Special Session:1/31/2024 (Minutes)

The Leelanau County Board of Commissioners convened a special session on January 31, 2024, at the Government Center in Suttons Bay, Michigan. The meeting, called to order by Chairman Ty Wessell at 9:30 a.m., focused on the potential purchase of two Toyota Tacoma pick-up trucks for the Building Safety Department. Of the seven commissioners, four were present, while three were absent with prior notice. The session began with the Pledge of Allegiance led by Commissioner Melinda C. Lautner, followed by a moment of silence. No public or commissioner comments were made during the designated times.

The primary agenda item was the discussion and potential action on the purchase of the vehicles. Building Official Amber Weber presented the request, expressing gratitude to the administrative staff for their quick coordination. She noted that after reaching out to other vendors, the Toyota Tacomas were the most cost-effective option available. Following Weber’s presentation, a motion was made by Commissioner Kama Ross to approve the purchase of two 2023 Toyota Tacoma Crew Cab pickup trucks at a cost not to exceed $74,776.00, with funds allocated from account #542-000.000-970.000. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Lautner and passed unanimously among the present commissioners.

The meeting concluded shortly after the vote, with no further public or commissioner comments. Chairman Wessell remarked on the brevity of the session before adjourning the meeting at 9:38 a.m. The proceedings of the meeting were recorded and are available for viewing online.
Video of the meeting