Executive Board Session (Packet)

**Executive Summary**

This document outlines the agenda and related materials for the Leelanau County Board of Commissioners meeting scheduled for March 11, 2025. The agenda covers a wide array of topics, including updates from the Administrator, presentations from Networks Northwest and the Road Commission, and public comment opportunities. Key action items include appointments to the 86th District Court, decisions on a 911 surcharge and a drain commission truck purchase, and resolutions regarding a DNR Trust Fund Grant. Additionally, the agenda includes discussions regarding incoming county administrator employment agreements, allocation of 2% funds to various projects, updates on the Earned Sick Time Act, personnel policy updates, the Leelanau Township Communication Tower, Delinquent Tax Revolving Fund, and the consideration of a Deferred Retirement Option Program (DROP) offered by MERS.

The document also presents a proposal from Barry Hicks, MPO Program Manager, regarding the formation of a Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) for the Traverse City-Garfield urban area. This section provides background information on MPOs, their federal requirements, and funding implications. The proposal details the implications of the 2020 Census, the necessary planning documents, and the timeline for designation, along with public participation through an online survey. The potential for approximately $1.2 million in STP- Small MPO funds, $230,000 in Consolidated Planning Grant (CPG) funds, and $140,000 Carbon Reduction Funds are cited as potential benefits. https://networksnorthwest.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9XCHKOj0Ulgdb5s

Furthermore, the document includes several executive summaries for various departments seeking approval for specific items. These summaries detail requests from the 86th District Court for an Attorney Magistrate appointment, an Emergency Management 911 Surcharge confirmation, a Parks and Recreation DNR Trust Fund Grant for Veronica Valley County Park, and a Sheriff’s Office 2% grant for a Total Station. Supporting documents include letters of intent, quotes for equipment, and proposed resolutions.

Finally, the meeting will also address updates to County Board policies. Policy 8.04 on the Administrator/Human Resources will be updated in regard to compliance with the Earned Sick Time Act. Policy 1.07, the Non-Union Personnel Policy, will be updated to reflect changes. There will be discussion about the Municipal Employees Retirement System (MERS) Deferred Retirement Option Program (DROP).