Executive Board Session (Minutes)

**Executive Summary**

**Meeting Overview:** This document summarizes the Leelanau County Board of Commissioners Executive Board Session held on April 8, 2025. The meeting, recorded for audio and video, covered a wide range of topics from approving the agenda and addressing public comments to making recommendations on financial matters, departmental updates, and personnel decisions.

**Key Decisions and Recommendations:** Several significant recommendations were passed, including the temporary reassignment of a vehicle within the Sheriff’s Office, adjustments to Marine Patrol hours, and the approval of a new agreement with Michigan State University for extension services. Additionally, the Board approved the purchase of Mitel IP phones, accepted contributions for Senior Services, and approved various bid acceptances and agreements related to maintenance and facility upgrades. The Board also approved claims and accounts totaling over $3.3 million dollars.

**Notable Discussions and Actions:** The meeting included updates from the County Administrator and Human Resources Manager. Discussions were held on the progress of a Material Management Plan and the implementation of a lactation room. The board also voted on several finance related items, including credit card applications and amendments. A closed session was held to discuss union negotiations.

**Future Agenda Items and Direction:** Several items were moved to the Regular Session for further consideration, including the Emergency Management/9-1-1 Law Enforcement Radio Encryption and the Michigan Indigent Defense Commission (MIDC) FY26 Compliance Plan. The Board also tasked the County Administrator with drafting a policy on 2% Allocations for review.