Summary
The Leelanau Township Board of Trustees adopted a General Appropriations Act for the fiscal year 2026-2027, establishing financial structure, budget allocations, and governance protocols for township officers. Key decisions include the approval of estimated revenues totaling $1,254,353 and expenditures amounting to $1,259,734 for the general fund, along with oversight measures for fiscal responsibility.
Public comments
No public comments were recorded in the provided document.
Affordable housing initiatives
There were no discussions on affordable housing initiatives.
Parks and recreation matters
Parks and Recreation was allocated a budget of $230,830 for the fiscal year 2026-2027 under the General Fund expenditures section.
Infrastructure projects
There were no discussions on infrastructure projects such as marina, cell phone towers, water, or sewer systems in the provided document.
Other Business
The resolution outlines roles for the Chief Administrative Officer and Fiscal Officer within the township, and establishes the authority for budget modifications and transfers up to $5,000 without prior board approval.
Financial Summary
- Estimated revenues total $1,254,353, broken down as follows:
- Taxes (General): $620,000
- Permit fees: $17,364
- Tax collection fees: $151,678
- Revenue sharing: $175,530
- Cemetery lot sales: $3,425
- Interest: $852
- Hangar rentals: $4,500
- Communication Tower Rental: $55,167
- Various other sources totaling $276,243.
- Estimated expenditures for the general fund total $1,259,734. Key allocations include:
- General Government (various officers): $677,691
- Parks and Recreation: $230,830
- Cemeteries: $32,652
- Planning and Zoning: $102,402
- Revenue for Fire/EMS is estimated at $2,289,878, and includes property taxes, patient service fees, among other sources.
Action Items
The resolution requires the Fiscal Officer to provide periodic financial reports to the Board, ensuring regular monitoring of fiscal performance against the approved budget. Additionally, the Chief Administrative Officer is tasked with managing budget amendments and transfers within set limits. No specific follow-ups regarding public housing or churches are mentioned in this resolution.