The Leland Township Board Meeting on April 13, 2026, highlighted several key decisions, including the approval of contracts for plumbing repairs and exterior painting, as well as the authorization of a change in payment processing services. Public comments focused on long-standing zoning requests and the need for repairs to the Leland dam.
Public Comments
Steve Mikowski expressed concerns about the placement of the Consent Agenda and presented a request for a referendum on the Leland Township Zoning Ordinance 96-1, noting it has been requested for 356 months. Additionally, he urged the Board of Appeals to correct a side yard setback variance error that has been outstanding since 1983. Alan Campbell later reported on the Leland dam's condition, which requires significant repair funding in the coming years.
Parks and Recreation Matters
Greg Kuntz reported that garbage cans have been installed at all parks, with two more to be added at Van’s Beach. Furthermore, porta-johns will be installed, and a meeting is scheduled to address heating concerns for public bathrooms.
Infrastructure Projects
Brendan Mullane from the Leelanau County Road Commission provided an annual report, discussing project costs and concerns about state funding being insufficient for necessary road repairs. He stressed that funding primarily comes from gas taxes and millages and reported on the 2026 project list. Additionally, he assessed the equity of road repairs among different townships.
Other Business
The Consent Agenda was approved, including several community events scheduled for the summer and the approval of past meeting minutes. The Treasurer’s report was also approved without incident.
Financial Summary
The following financial items were approved:
- Contract for plumbing repairs to the Harbor public restroom awarded to Moore Mechanical for $9,961.00.
- Contract for exterior painting of the Township office awarded to Samuel Marcus Painting for $6,796.43.
- Authorization for a change in payment processing services with no additional costs.
- Removal of a street light on Cedar Street for a cost of $553, with reimbursement anticipated.
- Approval of routine bills from March 10, 2026, to April 13, 2026.
Action Items
- Greg Kuntz is to oversee the plumbing repair project and establish an annual maintenance program.
- Coordination between the Leelanau Youth Soccer Club and St. Mary’s Baseball for the shared use of the Hancock facility will be handled by Brookfield and Kuntz to ensure scheduling conflicts are avoided.
- Further follow-up on the Leland dam's necessary repairs will be addressed at the May meeting.
Source Document
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