Township Board: Wednesday, January 10, 2024 @ 5pm Leelanau Township Board (MEETING PACKET)

The document provides a comprehensive overview of Leelanau Township’s financial and operational activities for the period from April 1, 2023, to January 31, 2024. It includes detailed reports on incident types, revenue and expenditure, cash transactions, and various proposals and agreements related to township services and infrastructure. The incident type report for 2023 shows a total of 33 incidents.

Township Board: Wednesday, January 10, 2024 @ 5pm Leelanau Township Board (AGENDA)

The Leelanau Township Board of Trustees will convene for a regular meeting on January 10, 2024, at 5:00 PM. The agenda includes standard procedural items, approvals for previous meeting minutes, and reports from various stakeholders. Noteworthy topics include financial systems updates and upcoming budget guidance. The meeting will conclude with a public comment period.

Regular meeting (Minutes)

The Empire Township Board held a regular meeting on January 9, 2024, discussing key items such as poverty exemptions for fixed public assistance income, an agreement with Glen Lake Schools for tax collection, and reviewing the latest Master Plan draft. Additionally, the township hall kitchen renovation plans were approved with a contract cost not to exceed $150,000.

Executive Board:1/9/2024 (Public Comment – J. Wellman, 1/9/2024)

This document, a public comment from Jill Wellman, expresses concern and appreciation for the employees of Leelanau County Government. Wellman’s comments stem from a recent report on the county’s working environment, which revealed issues of trust, respect, and value among employees. The author acknowledges the stress these conditions cause and the impact on employees’ well-being.

Executive Board:1/9/2024 (Administrator Update, 1/9/2024)

In the recent update presented by the County Administrator during the Board of Commissioners (BOC) regular session on January 9, 2024, appreciation was expressed for Lori EuBanks, the Interim Executive Assistant, for her support in compiling Board materials. A key update includes the introduction of Jill Rowley as the new Executive Assistant for Administration.

Executive Board:1/9/2024 (Public Comment – T. McCalley, 1/9/2024)

The document expresses concerns about a perceived hostile work environment extending beyond the workplace into the community. The author questions the selective mention of individuals with conservative ideals and calls for balanced representation of opinions. There is emphasis on transparency regarding board discussions and accountability amid rising taxes and costly projects in light of economic uncertainties.

Executive Board:1/9/2024 (Leelanau Conservation District – Plan Handout, 1/9/2024)

The Leelanau Conservation District (LCD) has developed a Five-Year Long-Range Plan to enhance the sustainable use and conservation of natural resources in Leelanau County, Michigan. Key objectives include improving water quality, managing wildlife habitats, and increasing community engagement through partnerships and outreach. A budget of $800,000 supports these vital initiatives for future generations.

Executive Board:1/9/2024 (Finance Handouts, 1/9/2024)

Leelanau County has made considerable financial commitments towards various projects with a total estimated cost of $21,300,000. This includes a specific commitment of $6,100,000 towards the Point Broadband Project, with an American Rescue Plan Act contribution of $4,226,819. Key financial obligations include structured payments to DCS Technology for project management and broadband surveys.

Executive Board:1/9/2024 (Public Comment – S. Mikowski, 1/9/2024)

The document discusses the chaos that has descended upon Leelanau County since the decision to remove financial and human resources duties from the County Clerk. The author criticizes the current commission for lacking accountability and failing to prepare an honest report about the consequences of their actions, which have resulted in significant wasted resources.

Executive Board:1/9/2024 (Public Comment – B. Wiesner, 1/9/2024)

The document presents a detailed examination of alleged election fraud in the 2020 Presidential Election across several swing states. It challenges the narrative that there was “no evidence” of fraud, asserting instead that substantial evidence indicates the election results were manipulated, with claims of irregularities and potential fraud during the counting of votes on Election Night.