Township Board: Wednesday, February 21, 2024 at 9:30 a.m. Special Meeting to discuss the FY 2024-25 Budget (AGENDA)

Leelanau Township Board

Event Date: 2024-02-21

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The Leelanau Township Board of Trustees convened a special meeting on February 21, 2024, at 9:30 AM, accessible both in-person and via Zoom through the township’s website. The agenda commenced with standard procedural items such as the call to order, roll call, and the Pledge of Allegiance, followed by setting the agenda and opening the floor for initial public comments, limited to three minutes per speaker. This meeting was structured to facilitate discussions and actions on several key administrative and budgetary issues.

The primary focus of the meeting was on operational and budgetary matters for the fiscal year 2024-2025. Discussions included the hours of operation for the upcoming year and a review of the full-time employment requirements necessary to qualify for benefits. Additionally, the board addressed a salary resolution affecting the positions of Supervisor, Treasurer, Clerk, and Trustees. These discussions were critical for setting the framework for the township’s operations and financial planning for the forthcoming year.

Following the discussions, the agenda allowed for a second round of public comments, again limited to three minutes per speaker, ensuring community input on the decisions made. The meeting concluded with the announcement of the next regular Board Meeting scheduled for March 12, 2024, at 5:00 PM EDT at the Townhall, and was then adjourned. This special meeting played a crucial role in shaping the township’s administrative and financial strategies for the upcoming fiscal year.

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