Summary
The Leland Township Board met on November 10, 2025, to discuss various community matters, including public comments related to zoning, park developments, and sewer bills. Key decisions included approving a resolution for delinquent sewer bills, requests for proposals for harbor bathroom plumbing repairs, and moving forward with several planning initiatives, including alterations to Hancock Field and the cultural overlay district.Public Comments
Several community members voiced their opinions: - **Steve Mikowski** advocated for a referendum on the Leland Township Zoning Ordinance 96-1 and requested correction of a side yard setback variance. - **Rick Koehler** looked forward to the planning commission's zoning amendment expected at the January 2026 meeting. - **Paris Morse** expressed concerns over the proposed reduction of baseball fields at Hancock Field and suggested removing adult playground equipment. - **Berkley Gossett** shared a statement from Leland Baseball Coach Ben Cole regarding the necessity of baseball facilities. - Other speakers, including **Jason Gross**, **Chuck Schroer**, and **Katie Hafner**, also emphasized the need for improved baseball facilities at Hancock Field and criticized the current proposals as insufficient for the community's needs.Parks and Recreation Matters
The Parks & Recreation committee finalized a draft of the 5-year recreation plan, which is available for public review. A public hearing for the plan is scheduled for the December 8, 2025 meeting, with adoption expected at the January 2026 meeting. Preparations are underway for winterizing the parks.Infrastructure Projects
The sewer report from Steve Patmore highlighted that lagoon levels are normalized, and the trial of a new odor treatment method involving ozone injection began. A meeting with EGLE to review the groundwater discharge permit is to be scheduled.Other Business
Reports from various boards and commissions were presented, including updates from Fire & Rescue, Planning/Zoning, and Sewer departments. Additionally, several older business matters, such as the situation concerning the Schomberg Road special assessment district, were discussed.Financial Summary
- A fund transfer of $73,794.61 from the Sunset Shores Bond Account to the capital improvement fund was approved to cover expenses for the Sunset Shores community drain field project, keeping $200,000 for tribunal appeals. - Resolution R-25-20 was passed to place delinquent sewer bills on the winter tax bill, adding a 6% interest fee on outstanding balances. - The township audit for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2025, was accepted, with reports noting financial health and compliance. - Authorization to repair harbor bathroom plumbing was set with a request for proposals.Action Items
1. **Transfer of funds** to the capital improvement fund approved; 73,794.61 from the Sunset Shores Bond Account. 2. **Resolution R-25-20**: Placing delinquent sewer bills on the winter tax bill was approved. 3. **Audit approval** for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2025, was accepted. 4. **Request for proposals** for plumbing repairs at the harbor restroom was authorized. 5. **Request for permit** for road closure on November 26, 2025 for community event “Light up Leland” was approved.Next meeting is scheduled for December 8, 2025.