This document presents a three-year comparative budget analysis for the General Fund (101) for the fiscal years 2022-2023, 2023-2024 (projected), and 2024-2025 (proposed). The budget covers various revenue sources, including property taxes, state revenue sharing, and allocations across departments such as Public Works, Parks, and Recreation, reflecting investments in public infrastructure.
The Leland Township Zoning Administrator’s 2024 Annual Report outlines zoning activities, revealing a total of 78 land use permits issued. Notably, permits for single-family residences decreased, while garage additions increased significantly. Enforcement efforts included 2 violations and 3 investigations. The Zoning Administrator also handled community inquiries and conducted 93 construction inspections throughout the year.
The Assessor’s Report for Leland Township provides essential details about the assessment and taxation of property for the year 2025, as mandated by the General Property Tax Act of 1893. The assessment schedule is released annually by the State Tax Commission, with the 2025 schedule published in Bulletin 12 of 2024…
The Leland Township Annual Meeting was held on March 29, 2025, with key officials and 37 guests discussing property tax increases and sidewalk safety issues. Reports highlighted improvements in the Sewer Department and community initiatives by the Fire Department. Salary resolutions were approved, raising concerns about appropriateness amid shifting responsibilities and recent staff changes.
The Leland Township Board held a budget meeting on March 25, 2025, discussing the Sewer Operating budget, user rate increases, and park maintenance costs. They decided to continue working with Shaub Outdoor Services for cemetery maintenance while considering bidding options in the future. The annual meeting on April 14, 2025, may feature the Community Recreational Plan.
The Leland Township Board convened a special meeting on March 25, 2025, at 2:00 PM at the Leland Township Office. Supervisor Clint Mitchell led the meeting, attended by all board members. A key item was the approval of Resolution R-25-12, granting a remote wine tasting permit for Fishtown Beverage, LLC, unanimously approved after thorough discussion.
The Leland Township Board convened its regular meeting on March 10, 2025. Key discussions included public comments from Keith Ashley regarding severance pay and new signage, and Steve Mikowski’s request for a referendum on Zoning Ordinance 96-1. The board approved events from Parenting Communities and Fishtown 5K, and Lauren Cypher was appointed to the Park & Rec Committee.
Firefighter CBA Negotiations: With the fire chief back from vacation, the township is set to return to the negotiating table for the firefighter collective bargaining agreement (CBA). A tentative agreement is expected to be available to the board later this month. Township Budgets: Budget meetings are progressing well, with the harbor, sewer, and fire department budgets expected to be completed this week.
This report summarizes the activities of Leland Township Fire & Rescue (LTFR) for February 2025. LTFR responded to a total of 32 incidents, with 63% for rescue and medical services. Fire personnel completed 315.5 hours of training, and the average response time was 8 minutes and 38 seconds. The report includes personnel updates and fire prevention efforts.
The Leland Township Board held a budget meeting for the Fire and Rescue Department on March 5, 2025. Chief Besson provided detailed explanations of the proposed budget, focusing on equipment, training, and property taxes. The board discussed strategies to reduce costs, including decreasing unscheduled overtime and renegotiating collective bargaining agreements.
