6/18/2024 - Leelanau County | Regular Meeting Minutes

Summary

The Leelanau County Board of Commissioners held a regular session on June 18, 2024, where several key decisions were made, particularly regarding budgets, contracts, public safety funding, and energy management initiatives. The meeting reflected a collaborative approach among the commissioners with unanimous votes on many action items and a commitment to address community needs.

Public comments

During the public comment period, three individuals spoke: Jim Kobberstad, Renee Wyler, and Bill Wiesner. The discussions were primarily focused on agenda-specific issues, although specific concerns were not documented. Written comments were available for further review.

Infrastructure projects

The meeting included key infrastructure-related decisions: - The board approved lease agreements for T-Mobile at the Central and Maple City tower sites. - An agreement for professional services regarding the design and bidding of the Leland Dam walkway repair was also approved. - The board authorized a request for proposals for the installation of engineered wood fiber under playground equipment at Veronica Valley and Old Settlers Park. - Additionally, a motion was passed to approve the T-Mobile tower lease agreements, demonstrating ongoing investments in county infrastructure to enhance public safety and service coverage.

Other Business

A range of consent action items was discussed and approved, including: - Renewal of workers' compensation insurance. - Approval for the Sheriff's office to send an employee for out-of-state training. - Contracts for in-home care services through senior services. - Approval for the county to apply for state grants related to community corrections and victim rights.

Financial Summary

- The commissioners approved the budget for the Child Care Fund in the amount of $807,700.00 for the fiscal year October 1, 2024, to September 30, 2025. - The resolution to renew the Crime Victim Rights Grant was passed, amounting to $40,397.00 for the period of October 1, 2024, to September 30, 2025. - The county's approval for a PACE (Property Assessed Clean Energy) program was established, and a public hearing is set for August 20, 2024, to discuss proposed energy management initiatives.

Action Items

The board assigned the following action items: - Interim Administrator Richard I. Lewis was tasked to work with the court regarding the adjustments of per diem structures for after-hours work. - A follow-up on the community corrections grant application will continue with the Board. - The planning for an event to honor retiring employee Jerry Culman, as mentioned by Commissioner Lautner. - An upcoming review of the county’s financials related to opioid dollars received and grants to be managed by the appropriate agencies was noted.