Planning Commission: Planning Commission Thursday, February 22, 2024 @ 7:00 pm (Meeting documents)

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Planning Commission: Planning Commission Thursday, February 22, 2024 @ 7:00 pm (Agenda)

The Leelanau Township Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting on Thursday, February 22, 2024, at 7:00 PM at 119 E. Nagonaba St, Northport, MI. Public participation is available via Zoom. Key discussion items include the Master Plan Update and Redevelopment Ready Community Designation. Public comment will be accepted at two points during the meeting.

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

The Leelanau Township Board of Trustees convened a special meeting on February 21, 2024. The primary focus was on operational and budgetary matters for the fiscal year 2024-2025, including hours of operation and full-time employment requirements. The meeting included public comments and concluded with the announcement of the next regular meeting on March 12, 2024.

Parks & Recreation Committee: Wednesday, February 21, 2024 at 5:30p.m. (AGENDA)

The Leelanau Township Parks and Recreation Committee will convene on February 21, 2024, to discuss local parks and recreational initiatives. The agenda includes updates on the Woolsey Airport and Mud Lake terminal building, the SWAT! initiative, and the 2024 park action priorities for various locations, ensuring community engagement through public comments and feedback.

Regular meeting (Public Comment – S. Perry, 2/20/2024)

Scott Perry is writing to urge the local commissioners to support the application for a Federal grant aimed at enhancing renewable energy resources on the municipal campus. The endorsement of this grant is portrayed as a vital step for the local government to secure necessary funding that can significantly reduce the community’s energy expenditure.

Regular meeting (Information Technology – BIS Digital Quote, 2/20/2024)

This document outlines a quote for audio reinforcement equipment intended for the Board of Commissioners Room at the Government Center in Leelanau County, MI. The total quoted amount is $10,653.95, with a quote number Q-8024915 that is valid until July 25, 2024. Andy Spigner serves as the account representative for this project.

Regular meeting (Sheriff M. Borkovich Email, 2/20/2024)

In this email, Sheriff Mike Borkovich expresses his decision to no longer support the Leelanau County Sheriff’s Office parking lot solar carport project. He believes the application contains stipulations, including EV and other infrastructure mandates, that would be detrimental to the operations of the Sheriff’s Office. He acknowledges efforts made by Joe DeFors during the process.

Regular meeting (Public Comment – B. Sutherland, 2/20/2024)

Bob Sutherland, the President of Cherry Republic, is writing to the Clerk to request that the email be forwarded to the 7 commissioners to show his support for the solar grant application currently being reviewed. Sutherland highlights the benefits of solar energy, including keeping money local and providing a second income for farmers.

Regular meeting (Public Comment – T. Yamasaki, 2/20/2024)

This document is a brief communication from Takei Yamasaki to an undisclosed recipient, with a request to forward the message to all Commissioners. The subject matter pertains to a potential grant opportunity for solar panel installation at the Government Center. The sender expresses strong support for the project, advocating for the adoption of modern, sustainable building practices.

Regular meeting (Public Comment – S. Boys, 2/20/2024)

This document is a solar grant application submitted by Sara Boys of Elmwood Township. The primary request is for the county commissioners to approve the application. The sender emphasizes the importance of the grant for the county. The central action requested is for the commissioners to review and approve the solar grant application.