Planning Commission: Thursday, October 24 2024 @ 7:00 pm (Public Comment)

Executive Summary:

The document is a collection of emails from Leelanau Township residents and property owners expressing their support for the construction of a new cell tower to improve cellular service in the area. The key points are:

Section 1: Property Owner Support
– Anne Anderson, a year-round resident in an underserved area, is in support of efforts to build a cell tower in the Christmas Cove area, as they currently have no cell service at their home.

Section 2: Full-Time Resident Support
– Lauren Thomas-Kincaid, a new full-time resident of Northport, has poor Verizon coverage in areas like Peterson Park and supports a new telecommunications tower to improve phone service for safety and convenience.

Section 3: Community Support
– Richard Foster strongly encourages the approval of the county’s request for a permit to construct an additional cell tower, as reliable cell service is important for both convenience and safety.
– Marcia Boynton emphasizes the importance of moving forward with improved cellular service throughout the township, as it is necessary for public safety and communication, especially in remote recreation areas.

The residents express strong support for the construction of a new cell tower to improve cellular coverage and reliability in Leelanau Township.

Leelanau Township
Leelanau Peninsula