Numerous comments from residents and community stakeholders express strong support for the proposed cell tower. Proponents emphasize the critical need for improved cell phone service, particularly in areas with “dead zones.” The Leelanau Township Fire Department supports the tower, citing enhanced public safety and improved connectivity as key benefits for residents and visitors.
The applicant provided a map of communication towers in Leelanau Township, which was incomplete. A revised map is needed. Additionally, the plans still show barbed wire fencing, which is not allowed. Revised plans should also reflect this. The use of existing tower designs and service access during winter are also mentioned in the application review.
The document outlines the agenda for a regular meeting of the Leelanau Township Planning Commission on Thursday, January 23, 2025. The main agenda item is a public hearing on an application for a Special Land Use Permit for a Kitchen Road Communications Tower by Leelanau County Administration, with public comments limited to 3 minutes per person.
The Leelanau Township Planning Commission is holding a regular meeting on Thursday, September 9, 2025, at 6:30 P.M. The agenda includes a discussion on the Kitchen Road Communications Tower, a review of the 2025 meeting schedule, and an update on the Master Plan. Public participation will be encouraged with two comment periods.
In her correspondence, Mary Tonneberger expresses her support for the construction of the cell tower, emphasizing several key reasons. She articulates the primary concern for safety, particularly in enabling residents and visitors to access emergency services more efficiently. The letter mentions that this concern has been well-documented by Emergency Medical Services (EMS) staff.
The document begins by addressing the acknowledged lack of cellular coverage in Leelanau Township, highlighting the necessity for improved service, especially for emergency services. It traces the history of the issue, emphasizing how the COVID-19 pandemic and a county-sponsored survey in September 2021 further revealed the importance of reliable telecommunications in the township.
The Leelanau Township Planning Commission will meet on December 12, 2024, at 6:30 P.M. at the Fire Hall and via Zoom. Key agenda items include a Special Land Use Permit for a telecommunications tower. Public comments are encouraged, with opportunities at the beginning and end of the meeting, limited to three minutes per person.
The Leelanau Township Planning Commission has established a tentative meeting schedule for 2025, with meetings on the second and fourth Thursday of each month at 6:30 PM, usually held at Leelanau Township Hall. Meetings may be held in-person or through Zoom, ensuring accessibility for all participants while adhering to safety guidelines.
The document presents a review by Zoning Administrator Steve Patmore regarding a special land use permit application for a communications tower on Kitchen Road in Leelanau Township. Key issues include an incomplete map of existing towers, inaccurate depiction of fencing, and unclear propagation maps, along with concerns about the tower’s appearance and access road maintenance.
The Leelanau Township Planning Commission will meet on November 14, 2024, at 6:30 P.M. at the Leelanau Township Fire Department Meeting Room. The meeting includes a review of a Special Land Use Permit application for a Wireless Communications Tower and public comments. Written submissions are encouraged within 36 hours prior to the meeting.
