Summary
The Leelanau Township Parks and Recreation Committee held a meeting on April 16, 2025. Key decisions included the approval of previous meeting minutes and discussions on various park projects, including Woolsey Airport grants, a pergola at Braman Hill, and bike trails. The next meeting is scheduled for May 21, 2025.Public Comments
No public comments were recorded during the meeting.Parks and Recreation Matters
- **Woolsey Airport**: The township has hired grant writer Wendy Brice to explore available grants, including a connection with NAHA. There were discussions about the potential for additional revenue through landing fees and public fundraising, although the LTCF is currently not in a position to fundraise.-
Braman Hill Update: Mike McMillan presented a proposal for a pergola between the pickleball and tennis courts, increasing the budget request from $2000 to $2500 for colors and site preparation. Volunteer labor will be used for setup. No progress has been made on the half-pipe construction, and plans are in motion to establish mountain bike trails, with Court assigned to communicate with interested parties.
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Other Park Updates: The Buster Dame DNR designation will remain unchanged, and there are no longer plans for housing development at Buster Dame.
Other Business
No additional business was discussed during the meeting.Action Items
- Court Wengreen to speak with Chad Jordan and Nick from SB Bikes regarding mountain bike trail initiation. - Planning for the pergola installation at Braman Hill, with coordination on volunteer efforts for setup.Next meeting scheduled for May 21, 2025.