The Cleveland Township Board meeting on September 9, 2025, focused on various reports and updates from township officials, reviewed old and new business, and made several key decisions including the approval of tax rate requests and the STR program adjustments.
Public Comments
There were no public comments on the agenda items. However, during the open public forum, Cookie Currier raised concerns about short-term rentals (STR) and identified 72 names of non-compliant STR listings that can be found online. She offered to provide Scott Sheehan with documentation on these rentals to aid in enforcement.
Affordable Housing Initiatives
No discussion on affordable housing initiatives took place during the meeting.
Parks and Recreation Matters
No specific discussions on parks and recreation matters were noted.
Infrastructure Projects
Tim Stein provided an update on Leelanau County Road Commission projects, specifically noting that paving was set to begin on Scenic Mountain View, Fairway Drive, and Bluff Lane. Weather conditions had caused delays, but completion was expected within the week.
Other Business
The Township Board voted to approve the L-4029 Tax Rate Request, which included adjustments to operating, fire and emergency service, and road maintenance improvement millages due to the Headly reduction factor. The board also discussed ongoing issues regarding STR compliance and their implications for revenue.
Financial Summary
Angie Diotte presented the Treasurer’s Report showing:
- Beginning Balance: $531,054.68
- Disbursements: -$13,715.32
- Revenue: $8,226.12
- Ending Balance: $525,565.48
The board approved the treasurer's report unanimously. Additionally, the tax rates were adjusted as follows:
- Operating Millage: reduced from 0.5402 to 0.5350
- Fire and Emergency Services: reduced from 0.250 to 0.24760
- Road Maintenance: reduced from 0.500 to 0.4952
Action Items
- Tim Stein to update the committee information for the M22 Scenic Byway committee and determine whether further involvement is needed.
- Scott Sheehan to follow up on the documentation provided by Cookie Currier regarding STR compliance.
- Todd Nowak and Tracy Olsen are tasked with assisting in the preparation for the public meeting regarding the budget for the fire department next month.
Source Document
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