Regular Board Meeting (Minutes)

The Charter Township of Elmwood convened its regular board meeting on May 12, 2025, at the Township Hall, with Supervisor Shaw presiding. The meeting commenced with the Pledge of Allegiance and a roll call, confirming the presence of key members, while noting excused absences. The agenda included public hearings for adjusting the annual special assessment rolls for several road maintenance districts, both of which concluded without public comments. The consent calendar, encompassing various departmental and committee reports, was unanimously approved, as was the modified agenda to include further marina and Sylvia Street discussions. Supervisor Shaw provided a written report, and there were no remarks from other officers or engineers.

Significant new business included the adoption of resolutions to adjust special assessment rolls for multiple road maintenance districts, which passed unanimously. Bill Clark from BATA requested a temporary bus stop at the township hall due to road construction, and the board approved his proposed option three. Additionally, the board authorized a professional services agreement with Wade-Trim for the final design of the Cherry Bend Trail Connector, amounting to $389,400. This project involves coordination with the Leelanau County Road Commission and includes provisions for potential adjustments based on right of way negotiations.

Further discussions involved marina-related requests, including the purchase of AEDs and a pest control contract, both of which were approved. Harbormaster Dan Jenuwine proposed off-season rentals for a new building and summer events to foster goodwill among boaters, which are under review. The board also approved the Leelanau Soccer Club’s request to install a concrete slab for a new shed and agreed to sell a merry-go-round on Municibid. Other decisions included purchasing wood chips from Kamps and renewing the township’s insurance policy with the Par Plan. The meeting concluded with the approval of invoices and adjournment at 8:07 p.m.