Special Session:1/24/2024 (Packet)

Leelanau County

Event Date: 2024-01-24 00:00:00

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Executive Summary

Purpose of Meeting
The main purpose of this special session of the Leelanau County Board of Commissioners is to discuss and potentially take action on several items related to legal counsel representation, broadband internet services, and a proclamation.

Potential Action Items
The board will consider: 1) Contracting legal counsel to represent the county in a dispute with Grand Traverse County over a BATA inter-local agreement, 2) Approving a proposal from DCS for the Point Broadband project, 3) Authorizing DCS to continue efforts with Charter to establish a broadband contract for the county, and 4) Issuing a proclamation to acknowledge Dick Grout’s French Legion of Honor award.

Other Agenda Items
The board may also discuss a previous request for a revised FOIA appeal. Public comment periods are scheduled at the beginning and end of the meeting.

Project Management Services Agreement
The county has also entered into a project management services agreement with DCS Technology Design, LLC to provide project management for the county’s rural broadband expansion project. The agreement outlines the services to be provided, compensation, billing, and other terms.
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