The Leelanau Township Board passed a resolution on March 12, 2024, to explore a joint planning and housing commission with the Village of Northport. This initiative responds to a 2019 housing study projecting a need for 367 rental and 301 owner-occupied units in Leelanau County by 2025, highlighting urgent housing needs for low-income residents.
Tax Savings included a reduction of the Emergency Fire Services Millage from 3.5 to 3.0, saving $750,000, and the elimination of Tax Administration Fees, saving $140,302. This totaled $890,302 in savings. However, the General Fund faced a shortfall of $15,500, attributed largely to the Facilities Fund, significantly impacting the overall budget.
This document outlines a seven-year facilities capital plan, detailing planned expenditures and revenue projections from 2024 to 2030. The plan includes various projects such as vehicle replacement, restorations, and infrastructure investments. Total spending will vary yearly, with significant investments in vehicle replacements and infrastructure upgrades to ensure effective facilities management and sustainability.
This document outlines the public hearing agenda for the Leelanau Township Board of Trustees concerning the proposed 2024-25 budget. Scheduled for March 12, 2024, at 5:00 P.M., the session will take place at the Leelanau Township Hall in Northport, MI, and will provide both in-person and remote access options via Zoom.
Meeting Schedule: The Leelanau Township Board regular meetings will be held on the second Tuesday of each month at the Leelanau Township Hall. All meetings will be broadcast via electronic remote (Zoom) platform. Access: Meeting documents and links will be available on the Leelanau Township website. Special meetings and cancellations will be properly noticed.
The Facilities Management Report dated March 12th, 2024, provides a comprehensive overview of maintenance and improvement activities. At Airport, preparations are underway to address a trespass issue. Buster Dame Park will see the addition of gravel to mitigate mud issues, while ongoing limb cleanup continues in cemeteries, ensuring all facilities are ready for the upcoming season.
The Leelanau Township Board of Trustees convened a special meeting on February 21, 2024. The primary focus was on operational and budgetary matters for the fiscal year 2024-2025, including hours of operation and full-time employment requirements. The meeting included public comments and concluded with the announcement of the next regular meeting on March 12, 2024.
Executive Summary: This document presents the budget report for Leelanau Township, encompassing various funds including the General Fund, Emergency Services Fund, Police Services, Facilities Fund, and others. The report includes calculations and calculations are as of March 31, 2023. The General Fund is projected to have total estimated revenues of $955,690.00 for the 24-25 fiscal year.
This document comprises several items for Leelanau Township, including meeting minutes, financial records, and proposals. Key topics include the township board’s endorsement of a facilities study, discussion of the Woolsey Airport Terminal building, a proposed lot division, and several resolutions, including a Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan adoption and an Intergovernmental Agreement for a communication tower project.
This document outlines the agenda for the Leelanau Township Board of Trustees’ regular meeting on February 13, 2024, held via Zoom electronic remote access. The meeting includes standard procedures, public comments, general business items, various reports, and discussion on important topics such as the County Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan and the 2024-25 Budget Proposal.
