Leland Township Board (Minutes)

This document summarizes the Leland Township Board Meeting held on January 8, 2024. The meeting commenced with standard procedures including approvals of the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting. Public comments were made regarding the MDOT paving plans, a request for a referendum vote on the zoning ordinance, and concerns about proposed infrastructure projects. Reports from various boards and commissions, including Fire & Rescue, Planning/Zoning, Harbor, Sewer, Parks & Rec, and the Assessor, were reviewed.

The Treasurer’s Report, outlining income and expenses, was approved. The Supervisor’s Report highlighted progress on asset management and upcoming sidewalk projects. The main action items included an update on the MDOT paving plans for M-22 in Leland Village, with a focus on resurfacing, ADA ramp installations, and potential TAP grant funding, and a discussion about a partnership plan with MDOT. The board authorized the Clerk to apply for an annual MDOT road closure permit, renewed the MTA online subscription and approved Farmland Preservation applications and various school district summer tax collection resolutions.

Key decisions made included authorizing the Clerk to apply for an annual MDOT road closure permit, renewing the MTA online subscription, approving Farmland Preservation applications, and approving resolutions for summer tax collections for the Leland School District, Northwest Education Service, and Suttons Bay School District. Payment to Tiffany & Sons for the Leland River seawall was approved. The board discussed the need for legal representation for specialties not covered by the current attorney.

The meeting concluded with the approval of bills and accounts, board and public comments, and adjournment. The next meeting was scheduled for February 14, 2024.