Regular Meeting:8/13/2024 (Minutes)

The Cleveland Township Board convened its regular meeting on August 13, 2024, with Supervisor Tim Stein presiding. The meeting commenced at 7:08 pm with all board members present. Key highlights included the approval of the previous meeting’s minutes and the Treasurer’s report, which showed a balance of $398,647.25 after accounting for disbursements and revenue. The Supervisor’s report highlighted the successful ribbon-cutting event for Spectrum’s internet service expansion, now serving 500 residents in Cleveland Township. Additionally, Brittany Morton-Smith was introduced as the newest member of the Planning Commission and was sworn in during the meeting.

Reports from various township officials provided updates on ongoing projects and administrative matters. The Clerk, Tracy Olsen, reported on the successful August election and ongoing discussions with QuickBooks regarding a price increase and the need for a new computer system. The Zoning Administrator, Scott Sheehan, detailed recent permits issued and progress on setting up a new application on the township’s website. The Planning Commission, led by Todd Nowak, discussed recent amendments to the zoning ordinance, which were approved later in the meeting. Maintenance and Assessor reports were also presented, focusing on upcoming renovations and the scheduling of future meetings.

New business included the approval of the 2023 Leelanau County PILT payment of $11,312.47 and a significant discussion on the Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail (SBHT) Segment 9. Concerns were raised about the project’s environmental impact and fiscal responsibility, with the township considering alternative routes and planning to revisit the issue in September. The meeting concluded with the approval of amendments to the township’s zoning ordinance and the payment of bills, followed by public comments expressing varied opinions on the SBHT project. The meeting adjourned at 7:51 pm.