Planning Commission: Planning Commission Thursday, June 13th 2024 @ 7:00 pm (Agenda)

The Leelanau Township Planning Commission will meet on Thursday, June 13, 2024, at 7:00 P.M. at the Fire Hall in Northport, MI. The meeting includes important agenda items, such as a public comment session and a discussion on a special land use permit for a wireless communications tower. Public participation is encouraged, both in-person and via Zoom.

Regular Meeting (Minutes)

During the Solon Township Board meeting on June 13, 2024, various topics were discussed, including financial approvals and committee updates. The board also approved road closures for local events and addressed public comments regarding property usage. Key infrastructure projects and community engagement initiatives were highlighted, showcasing the township’s commitment to enhancing local services and events.

June 13, 2024 Regular meeting minutes CV. (Minutes)

The Council approved the minutes from the May 9, 2024, meeting and received staff reports on the old hospital’s demolition, land use permits, and a proposed trash-pickup collaboration. Discussions included zoning approvals for housing projects, revisions to the Village Zoning Ordinance, and the approval of the 2024-25 Fiscal Year Budget with various amendments.

Work Session (Renovare Update June)

The Renovare team presents a Site Feasibility Analysis and Master Plan Update for the Gateway to Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore. The revised goal is to update the master plan by validating current objectives, expanding on economic development needs, and creating area plans to support private investment. This involves data gathering, community engagement, and proposed redevelopment tools.

Work Session (STR Petition)

The registered voters and property owners of the Empire Village express their collective support for a proposed Short Term Rental (STR) Ordinance. This ordinance aims to establish a regulatory framework that will register, license, and regulate STRs within the village, ensuring public health, safety, and welfare. It also introduces penalties for any violations of the ordinance.

Work Session (Minutes)

The Empire Village Council held a work session on June 13, 2024, addressing key agenda items such as Short-Term Rentals and beach parking fees. Public comments highlighted concerns over potential conflicts of interest. Reports on wastewater and village updates were presented, alongside required actions and discussions on the Master Plan. The session concluded at 9:21 p.m.

Work Session (Packet)

The Village of Empire Council convened for a work session on June 13, 2024, discussing key issues such as the mass gathering application fee, wastewater study updates, and short-term rental regulations. They aimed to enhance public welfare, address community event logistics, and refine development strategies to improve village resource management in the upcoming months.