Regular meeting (Minutes)

The regular meeting was called to order by Supervisor Greg Julian, honoring the memory of community member Mary Newman. The agenda was approved without amendments. Steve Yoder attended to gather insights on township matters. Financial reports showed significant receipts and disbursements. The board made progress on cemetery improvements, gravel legislation, and upcoming park projects.

Township Board: Tuesday, February 13, 2024 @ 5:30pm Leelanau Township Board (FY 2024-25 Draft Budget)

Executive Summary: This document presents the budget report for Leelanau Township, encompassing various funds including the General Fund, Emergency Services Fund, Police Services, Facilities Fund, and others. The report includes calculations and calculations are as of March 31, 2023. The General Fund is projected to have total estimated revenues of $955,690.00 for the 24-25 fiscal year.

Township Board: Tuesday, February 13, 2024 @ 5:30pm Leelanau Township Board (MEETING PACKET)

This document comprises several items for Leelanau Township, including meeting minutes, financial records, and proposals. Key topics include the township board’s endorsement of a facilities study, discussion of the Woolsey Airport Terminal building, a proposed lot division, and several resolutions, including a Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan adoption and an Intergovernmental Agreement for a communication tower project.

Township Board: Tuesday, February 13, 2024 @ 5:30pm Leelanau Township Board (AGENDA)

This document outlines the agenda for the Leelanau Township Board of Trustees’ regular meeting on February 13, 2024, held via Zoom electronic remote access. The meeting includes standard procedures, public comments, general business items, various reports, and discussion on important topics such as the County Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan and the 2024-25 Budget Proposal.

Regular meeting (Minutes)

The Empire Township Board met on February 13, 2024, led by Supervisor Carl Noonan. Key discussions included reimbursement for Cemetery Manager Claude Fields’ Ancestry membership and financial updates from Treasurer Price. The Board adopted Resolution 2024-02 for the County’s Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan and held a special meeting on February 21 to address officer salaries.

Executive Board:2/13/2024 (Public Comment – B. Wiesner, 2/13/2024)

The document outlines a two-day Election Action Summit on February 16th and 17th in Sturgis, Michigan, addressing election fraud and unconstitutional practices. It features claims from Sidney Powell about manipulative algorithms, alongside a push for returning to paper-based voting systems to ensure integrity. The event emphasizes community engagement against perceived governmental tyranny.

Executive Board:2/13/2024 (County Administrator Report, 2/13/2024)

Construction of the Lower Level Health Dept. Environmental Division is progressing as scheduled, with an update expected at the construction meeting. The project is still on track for a March 31, 2024, completion date. Further updates include a hearing on February 21st regarding a dispute within the 911-FOPLC Dispatch, with Cohl, Stoker, & Toskey representing the County.

Executive Board:2/13/2024 (Document #2-Board Rules, 2/13/2024)

The document outlines communications regarding amendments to the 2024 Rules of Order for the Board of Commissioners, focusing on public comment language. The proposed rules aim to ensure comments are relevant and respectful, preventing personal attacks. Key principles promote respect within the Board and encourage constructive public engagement.

Executive Board:2/13/2024 (Document #1-Board Rules, 2/13/2024)

The document is an email from Michelle Crocker, the Leelanau County Clerk, to the Board of Commissioners, forwarding information on Board Rules regarding Public Comment from Kent, Grand Traverse, Ottawa, and Benzie Counties. This was sent at the request of Chairman Ty Wessell, who wishes to discuss amending the Leelanau County Board’s rules in February during an Executive Session.

Executive Board:2/13/2024 (Public Comment – J. Hunter, 2/13/2024)

Energy Conservation measures have led to significant reductions in emissions, including 1013.6 Kg of CO2 and 26.7 Kg of SO2, equivalent to planting one tree and reducing standard coal consumption by 333.4 Kg. This document presents a comprehensive approach to managing energy usage and its environmental impact through effective metrics and event strategy.