Regular meeting (Minutes)

Executive Summary:

Township Board Meeting:
– The Empire Township Board held its regular meeting on July 9, 2024, with Supervisor Carl Noonan presiding.
– The minutes of the previous regular and special meetings were approved.
– The Assessor reported that a July Board of Review would not be held due to lack of business.
– The Treasurer’s report on CDs and bank accounts as of June 30, 2024, was received.

Planning and Zoning:
– The Zoning Administrator issued several permits and approvals in June, including for new dwellings, a solar array, and land divisions.
– The Planning Commission discussed concerns regarding the Glen Lake Manor’s site plan review, including beach use, special events, and a market on the property, and scheduled a special meeting to review comments.

Supervisor’s Report:
– The Board approved the Empire Business Association’s application for the 2024 Empire Hill Climb special event, contingent on a favorable review and approval from the Leelanau County Emergency Management Director.
– The Supervisor provided a brief update on the ongoing kitchen remodel project, and the Board approved giving the old kitchen sink to a resident.

Clerk’s Report:
– The Board approved payment of the July 2024 monthly bills as presented.

Fire Department:
– The Fire Chief reported on monthly fire department operations and mentioned that ESAC approved the purchase of a new mini pumper truck.

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