Township Board: Wednesday, April 9, 2025, 5:30 to 7:30pm, Leelanau Township Board and Northport Village Council Special Meeting (Correspondence)

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Elizabeth (Betsy) Mallek addresses the Leelanau Township Board regarding a housing discussion, emphasizing the need for coordinated efforts to address housing. Key points include balancing growth with preservation, addressing target populations, and exploring zoning strategies. Mallek highlights unique challenges in Northport, stressing that natural growth and responsible zoning can enhance the community’s environmental characteristics.

Township Board: Wednesday, April 9, 2025, 5:30 to 7:30pm, Leelanau Township Board and Northport Village Council Special Meeting (Correspondence)

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This document from Dave Brigham discusses housing development trends in the Village of Northport and Leelanau Township, Michigan, revealing a total of 269 housing permits issued between 2010 and April 2025. Brigham explores potential motivations behind further development while emphasizing the area’s unique qualities and advocating for careful consideration of housing expansion impacts.

Township Board: Wednesday, April 9, 2025, 5:30 to 7:30pm, Leelanau Township Board and Northport Village Council Special Meeting (Click here for more information.)

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Leelanau Township and the Village of Northport have announced a special meeting scheduled for April 9th, 2025, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM at the Northport Public School. The meeting’s primary objective is to gather public input regarding the housing needs within the community, aiming to foster an inclusive dialogue on housing development priorities.

ePacket (Committee Meetings)

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The Department of Public Works has been busy with snow removal and anticipates spring. They’ve completed repairs to park equipment and prepared for mowing. Additionally, Well #4 at Port Sutton is being replaced, while improvements at the Wastewater Treatment Plant continue. There’s ongoing discussion about parking solutions on St. Marys Street in light of upcoming projects.

Executive Board Session (Public Comment – S. Scales, 04/08/2025)

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The Schomberg Drain Project, initiated in 2005, sought to modify a creek along Schomberg Road. Led by engineer Brian Cenci, costs exceeded $1 million, primarily sourced from local governments and residents. The project benefits six high-value properties but imposes financial burdens on 120 parcels, raising concerns about equitable use of the 1956 Drain Code.

Executive Board Session (Minutes)

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Several significant recommendations were passed, including the temporary reassignment of a vehicle within the Sheriff’s Office, adjustments to Marine Patrol hours, and the approval of a new agreement with Michigan State University for extension services. The Board also approved claims and accounts totaling over $3.3 million dollars, along with various bid acceptances related to maintenance.

Township Board: Township Board: Tuesday, April 8, 2025, at 5:30pm (Correspondence)

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The author suggests that the Board/Planning Commission consider using Otter AI or another AI note-taking solution for their meetings. This could save the township $16,800 annually, currently spent on a high school student for note-taking. Additionally, the AI solution may help meet the required 8-day timeframe for posting meeting minutes efficiently.