Township Board: Wednesday, April 9, 2025, 5:30 to 7:30pm, Leelanau Township Board and Northport Village Council Special Meeting (Correspondence)

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Elizabeth (Betsy) Mallek addresses the Leelanau Township Board regarding a housing discussion, emphasizing the need for coordinated efforts to address housing. Key points include balancing growth with preservation, addressing target populations, and exploring zoning strategies. Mallek highlights unique challenges in Northport, stressing that natural growth and responsible zoning can enhance the community’s environmental characteristics.

Township Board: Wednesday, April 9, 2025, 5:30 to 7:30pm, Leelanau Township Board and Northport Village Council Special Meeting (Correspondence)

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This document from Dave Brigham discusses housing development trends in the Village of Northport and Leelanau Township, Michigan, revealing a total of 269 housing permits issued between 2010 and April 2025. Brigham explores potential motivations behind further development while emphasizing the area’s unique qualities and advocating for careful consideration of housing expansion impacts.

Township Board: Wednesday, April 9, 2025, 5:30 to 7:30pm, Leelanau Township Board and Northport Village Council Special Meeting (Click here for more information.)

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Leelanau Township and the Village of Northport have announced a special meeting scheduled for April 9th, 2025, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM at the Northport Public School. The meeting’s primary objective is to gather public input regarding the housing needs within the community, aiming to foster an inclusive dialogue on housing development priorities.

Township Board: Township Board: Tuesday, April 8, 2025, at 5:30pm (Correspondence)

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This document addresses the ongoing discussions regarding the proposed swap or joint ownership of Buster Dame Park and the Village’s 7th Street property in Leelanau Township. Written by Marsha Buehler, the memo highlights the concerns and unanswered questions raised by community members following a public meeting about the potential conversion of park land to residential use.

Township Board: Township Board: Tuesday, April 8, 2025, at 5:30pm (Correspondence)

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This document outlines perspectives on potential land use changes within the Village of Northport, focusing on BD Park and the former maintenance property on 7th Street. Concerns revolve around balancing parkland preservation with the need for housing and addressing the misuse of the 7th Street property. The summary underscores the complex interplay of community needs.

Township Board: Township Board: Tuesday, April 8, 2025, at 5:30pm (Agenda)

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The Leelanau Township Board of Trustees is set to meet on April 8, 2025, at 5:30 PM. The agenda includes public comments, a closed session, and reports from local officials. Key discussions will cover a mowing contract renewal, Earned Sick Time Act updates, and tasting room approvals for wineries.

Township Board: Tuesday, March 18, 2025, at 6:15pm Special Meeting to take action on the FY 25-26 Budget and Salary Resolutions (Agenda)

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The Leelanau Township Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting on March 18, 2025, at 6:15 PM at 119 E Nagonaba St., Northport, MI. Attendees can join via Zoom. Key discussion items include budget amendments, planning for FY 25-26, and a salary resolution. Public comment periods will be offered for community insights.

Township Board: Tuesday, March 18, 2025, at 6:15pm Special Meeting to take action on the FY 25-26 Budget and Salary Resolutions (Budget Daft)

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The budget report for Leelanau Township as of March 31, 2025, outlines financial activities and projections for fiscal years 24-25 and 25-26. The fiscal year 24-25 showed a surplus of $395,981.69, while the projected net deficit for 25-26 is $1,245,990.78, with planned capital outlays for improvements indicating a focus on infrastructure development.

Township Board: Monday, March 18, 2025, at 5:30pm, to Interview Assessor Candidates (Agenda)

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The Leelanau Township Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting on March 17, 2025, at 5:30 P.M., at the Townhall and via Zoom. Agenda items include interviewing assessor candidates, a public comment period, and board member reports. The next meeting is scheduled for March 18, 2025, at 5:30 P.M.

Township Board: Township Board Special Meeting Tuesday March 11 2025 at 5:00 pm (Draft budget as of 3/5/25)

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The budget report highlights significant deficits in key funds for Leelanau Township, notably a projected $171,525.78 deficit in the General Fund and further deficits in the Emergency Services ($103,559) and Facilities Funds ($613,000). These deficits threaten the township’s financial stability, emphasizing the urgent need for expenditure reductions or revenue enhancements to manage fiscal challenges effectively.