Summary
The meeting focused on Leelanau Township's 6-Year Capital Improvement Plan for facilities and roads, detailing projected budgets and planning for various improvement projects from 2026 to 2031. The key decisions involved funding allocations for airport renovations, township hall renovations, park improvements, and significant investments in road maintenance, alongside proposed timelines for these projects.Public comments
No public comments were documented in the provided document.Infrastructure projects
The infrastructure discussions revolved around several key facilities: 1. **Woolsey Airport**: A budget of $25,000 and $50,000 is allocated for hangar repairs and terminal improvements, respectively, with ongoing efforts to seek additional facilities due to high demand. 2. **Township Hall**: Discussion centered on the need for major renovations or construction of a new facility, with an estimated cost of $850,000 for renovations. A budget of $50,000 is earmarked in 2026 for planning. 3. **Cemetery Building**: Consideration of a $270,000 budget for repairs, contingent on whether a new town hall is built. 4. **Braman Hill**: Investments totaling $17,500 in 2026 for a skate park and further enhancements over the next few years, including a proposed accessibility study. 5. **Christmas Cove**: A budget for ADA accessibility improvements and facilities expansions, with a grant proposal to support funding. 6. **Buster Dame Park**: Plans for playground development and picnic area enhancements with anticipated grant matches. 7. **Omena Beach**: Focus on accessibility and erosion control, along with preventive infrastructure measures. 8. **Peterson Park**: Funds allocated for grill replacements and safety improvements.Future road maintenance is planned with a new funding strategy that anticipates generating $186,900 from a new millage, allowing for significant annual investment in road improvements.