Organizational Session (Packet)

Leelanau County

Event Date: 2025-01-07

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Executive Summary:

The Leelanau County Board of Commissioners will hold its Organizational Session on Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. in the Commissioner Meeting Room. The meeting agenda includes several action items:

1. Election of Chairman for a two-year term
2. Election of Vice-Chairman for a one-year term
3. Approval of the 2025 Rules of Order and Procedure
4. Approval of the 2025 Meeting Schedule
5. Continuation of monthly department and agency updates
6. Appointments to boards, commissions, committees, and authorities
7. Appointments to standing committees

Public comments will be allowed at the beginning and end of the meeting. A live stream of the meeting will be available on YouTube.

The 2024 Rules of Order and Procedure, which govern the Board’s operations, are included as part of the meeting materials. The rules cover meeting procedures, the role of the Chair and Clerk, committee structures, and other administrative matters.

The meeting schedule for 2025 is also included, which outlines the regular and executive board meetings for the year. A list of the various boards, authorities, and commissions the County has representation on is also provided.

Internal document reference #:1707

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