Summary
The Kasson Township Board met June 10, 2026, with Supervisor Julian presiding; Treasurer Julia Carter was absent. The board approved the agenda and the May 13, 2026 minutes, approved bill payments, adopted Resolution 11-2026 setting summer tax due dates, appointed Anne Magoun as the Kasson Advisory Representative to the Library Board, and returned a proposed data center moratorium to the Planning Commission for further legal review.
Public Comments
Brooke Hazael-Massieux, representing the Glen Lake Library Board's Nominations Committee, described the nominations process (historically word-of-mouth, now also posted on the Friends of Kasson Facebook page) and asked the Board for ideas to broaden outreach for future openings. She reported applications from Anne Magoun and Rebecca Lessard, with the committee recommending Magoun based on her library and educational background. No other public comment was recorded.
Infrastructure Projects
Road Projects: The Maple City project was briefly discussed; no new details were available, so nothing further could be included on tax bills.
Fire Station: Lanham summarized Fire Board discussions on a possible 2026 expansion, including opening the interlocal agreement to share capital costs among townships. Julian questioned how an "auxiliary station" would be defined; Lanham said it has not been formally defined, and the Chief's vision was not discussed due to his early departure for a call. The current station is owned by Solon and Centerville Townships, who have given no indication of interest in a four-township ownership or expansion solution. The Board reached consensus that it is not worthwhile to pursue legal work or reopening the interlocal agreement unless Solon and Centerville express interest in a four-township solution, including a new west-side station. Kasson would contribute funds for legal work if those townships engage. Noonan expressed frustration that a station planned last year was not built, citing slower service and rising costs.
Financial Summary
Treasurer's Report: Receipts totaled $955,123.50; disbursements totaled $936,999.50; balance was $1,061,609.12. The debit and tax accounts have fully transferred to Honor Bank; CDs are transferring as they mature; some operational funds remain at Huntington temporarily.
Budget Report: Boomer presented the May budget report; briefly discussed, no vote noted.
Bill Approval: Noonan moved, T. Carter seconded, to pay bills as presented; motion carried.
Summer Tax Resolution 11-2026: Summer taxes due July 1–September 14, 2026 with no interest; 1% monthly interest through February 28, 2027; 3% penalty February 17–28, 2027; taxes delinquent March 1, 2027, payable only to Leelanau County Treasurer. Roll call vote: T. Carter, Boomer, Julian, Noonan all yes; motion carried.
Other Business
Library Representative: Boomer moved, T. Carter seconded, to appoint Anne Magoun; motion carried. Julian requested earlier notice when members plan to step down.
Data Center Moratorium: The Planning Commission forwarded a draft moratorium ordinance. Boomer noted procedural issues (no public hearing/county PC review, no legal review, incorrect effective-date timing) and recommended splitting the moratorium and zoning amendment into separate documents. Board consensus was to return it to the Planning Commission for further work.
Reports: PC will hold a public hearing on removing Section 7.15 and a special meeting on lot sizes/land splits/PUD; three gravel pit renewal hearings occurred in May. ZA reported ongoing procedures and a June 29 Zoning Board of Appeals meeting on the Kasben matter. Supervisor Julian discussed Leland streetscape planning, hazardous/e-waste cleanup dates, County Administrator's paid leave, Traverse City's airport advisory board request (denied by Leelanau), and a new no-alcohol policy at Poor Farm Barn events. Assessor reported Board of Review meeting in July and one pending tax tribunal appeal. Fire Board reported legal counsel declined interlocal agreement work; Fire Chief tasked with finding new counsel by July. Clerk reported ongoing election preparations and a completed audit, with draft report expected in July. Hall Use/Buildings and Grounds: hall use scheduled June 14; cleaning scheduled after PC meetings and after the August election.
Action Items
- Fire Chief to recommend new Fire Board legal counsel in July.
- Planning Commission to revise and legally review the data center moratorium, potentially splitting it from the zoning amendment.
- Election Commission to meet after the July meeting to appoint election workers; public accuracy testing to be scheduled for late July.
- Board to monitor Solon and Centerville Townships for any indication of interest in a four-township fire station solution before further legal or interlocal action.