9/17/2025 - Leelanau Parks & Recreation | Regulation Ordinance Draft Discussion

Summary

The meeting resulted in the adoption of a new Parks Ordinance for Leelanau Township, aimed at establishing clear rules for the management and use of parks and recreational facilities. This ordinance encompasses regulations surrounding permits, park hours, behavior expectations, facility usage, prohibited activities, and enforcement penalties.

Parks and Recreation Matters

The primary focus of the meeting was on the Parks Ordinance, which outlines the use and management of various Township parks including Peterson Park, Braman Hill Recreation Area, and others. Key details include:

• Parks are open from sunrise to sunset, with the potential for extended hours subject to permit.
• Reservations for Peterson Park and Braman Hill are required for groups over 50, along with a mandatory liability insurance certificate.
• Permit applications must be submitted at least 60 days in advance, although the Township Board may expedite applications under extenuating circumstances.

The ordinance also specifies behaviors expected of visitors, including the prohibition of disorderly conduct, maintaining cleanliness, and following regulations regarding the use of fires, pets, and vehicles in the parks.

Other Business

Aside from the Parks Ordinance, the meeting did not address other substantive agenda items or issues.

Financial Summary

No financial information regarding budgets, expenditures, or funding requests was presented in the document.

Action Items

- Ensure that the newly adopted Parks Ordinance is published in a local newspaper to take effect 30 days post-publication. - Township Clerk, Treasurer, or Supervisor to oversee the application and permit process as outlined in the ordinance. - Develop and post a fee schedule for park permits and any associated activities as per resolution by the Township Board.