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The Building and Grounds Committee of the Leelanau County Board of Commissioners will be conducting a meeting on Friday, February 16, 2024, at 2:30 p.m. in the Commissioner Meeting Room of the Leelanau County Government Center. Leelanau County will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services for individuals with disabilities upon twenty-four (24) hours notice.
The document presents an Opinion of Probable Construction Cost for the Leelanau County Government Center Rear Entry Repair Study by Machin Engineering, Inc. The total estimated project cost is $430,000.00, including a 20% contingency. Key sections include general conditions, demolition, concrete, and electrical work, with costs approximated based on conceptual sketches.
Apex Engineering & Management, Inc. proposes to provide design and project management services for the Leelanau County Governmental Center Entrance Bridge masonry repair. The proposed scope includes designing the repair, formulating a budget, preparing bid documents, and managing contracts, with services billed at $125/hr for Engineering and $85/hr for Project Management.
The Leelanau County Energy Futures Taskforce plans to enhance energy efficiency and promote renewable energy. A key initiative is a proposed solar installation at the Government Center, funded by a Michigan Public Service Commission grant. This project aims to reduce electric bills and exemplify solar energy’s benefits, while saving an estimated $1 million over 25 years.
The Leelanau County Board of Commissioners will convene an Executive Board Session on February 13, 2024, at 9:30 a.m. in Suttons Bay, Michigan. Key presentations will be made by Administrator Deborah Allen, discussing action items related to the Sheriff’s Office and Senior Services. Public comments are encouraged to ensure community engagement.
The document cautions against hastily installing solar panels on county property, citing damage in Scotts Bluff, Nebraska. It expresses concern over the commission’s handling of the interim Finance Director, questions limiting public comments at meetings, and critiques the choice of MLI for the administrator search, emphasizing governance should let taxpayers lead their own lives.
Steve Hamilton objects to the extended time allocated for public comment regarding election concerns at the February 13th Board meeting. He emphasizes the absence of credible evidence supporting claims of voter fraud, machine malfunctions, or other wrongdoings in previous elections, expressing confidence in the security and accuracy of upcoming elections.
Energy Conservation measures have led to significant reductions in emissions, including 1013.6 Kg of CO2 and 26.7 Kg of SO2, equivalent to planting one tree and reducing standard coal consumption by 333.4 Kg. This document presents a comprehensive approach to managing energy usage and its environmental impact through effective metrics and event strategy.
The document is an email from Michelle Crocker, the Leelanau County Clerk, to the Board of Commissioners, forwarding information on Board Rules regarding Public Comment from Kent, Grand Traverse, Ottawa, and Benzie Counties. This was sent at the request of Chairman Ty Wessell, who wishes to discuss amending the Leelanau County Board’s rules in February during an Executive Session.
The document outlines communications regarding amendments to the 2024 Rules of Order for the Board of Commissioners, focusing on public comment language. The proposed rules aim to ensure comments are relevant and respectful, preventing personal attacks. Key principles promote respect within the Board and encourage constructive public engagement.
