This report summarizes the activities of Leland Township Fire & Rescue (LTFR) for February 2025. LTFR responded to a total of 32 incidents, with 63% for rescue and medical services. Fire personnel completed 315.5 hours of training, and the average response time was 8 minutes and 38 seconds. The report includes personnel updates and fire prevention efforts.
Firefighter CBA Negotiations: With the fire chief back from vacation, the township is set to return to the negotiating table for the firefighter collective bargaining agreement (CBA). A tentative agreement is expected to be available to the board later this month. Township Budgets: Budget meetings are progressing well, with the harbor, sewer, and fire department budgets expected to be completed this week.
The Leland Township Board convened its regular meeting on March 10, 2025. Key discussions included public comments from Keith Ashley regarding severance pay and new signage, and Steve Mikowski’s request for a referendum on Zoning Ordinance 96-1. The board approved events from Parenting Communities and Fishtown 5K, and Lauren Cypher was appointed to the Park & Rec Committee.
The Charter Township of Elmwood held its regular board meeting on March 10, 2024, led by Supervisor Shaw. The agenda included the approval of Rita’s SenioRitas Pickleball schedule for 2025 and the submission of a Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund grant for the Cherry Bend Trail Connector project, reflecting the board’s commitment to community development.
The Elmwood Township Board has received two proposals from APC Towers for wireless communication towers to address a coverage gap. One involves reconstructing the existing 80’ tower to 110’, while the other proposes a new 180’ monopole tower. The township faces zoning challenges, needing to consider amendments for either proposal to proceed.
The Village Council held a special meeting on March 7, 2025, to review the 2023-24 audit by UHY. The audit yielded an unmodified opinion but highlighted key areas for improvement, including a $26,000 sewer assessment disagreement. The Council also interviewed two candidates for Village Manager, but no decisions were made due to the absence of a quorum.
The Leland Township Board held a budget meeting for the Fire and Rescue Department on March 5, 2025. Chief Besson provided detailed explanations of the proposed budget, focusing on equipment, training, and property taxes. The board discussed strategies to reduce costs, including decreasing unscheduled overtime and renegotiating collective bargaining agreements.
The Glen Arbor Township Planning Commission convened its March 6, 2025, meeting, addressing topics such as board position reappointments, rental fees, and parking lot repaving. The Zoning Administrator reported a busy month with no formal actions, while the Commission reviewed the Master Plan and Zoning Ordinance v5.2 items related to accessory buildings and ADUs.
This document contains the minutes of a special board meeting held by Glen Arbor Township on March 31, 2025. The primary focus was the approval of financial matters related to the fiscal year 2024-2025, including payment of outstanding bills and budget amendments. Key attendees included Township officials and representatives from the Glen Lake Fire Department.
This document summarizes the Glen Arbor Township’s Public Budget Hearing held on March 18, 2025. The meeting, convened by Supervisor Tom Laureto, aimed to present the proposed fiscal year 2025-2026 budget, the proposed property tax millage rate, and to gather public feedback. Key attendees included Supervisor Laureto, Clerk Pam Laureto, Treasurer Don Lewis, and Trustee Bob Hawley.
