Summary
The Leelanau County Board of Commissioners held a regular session on May 19, 2026, focusing on various administrative matters, funding applications, and operational policies. The key outcomes of the meeting included approval of financial resolutions, progression of several initiatives related to parks and recreation, infrastructure leases, and policy updates.Public Comments
Two individuals commented under the general county concern topic: Lois Bahle and Deb Koon. Michael Awrey spoke under the agenda-specific comment section. There were also written comments submitted and can be accessed through the provided link.Parks and Recreation Matters
- The Board voted to continue partnership with Laurel Voran, LLC for the care of the Michigan monkey flower habitat in Old Settler’s Park for an amount of $1,300.00. This motion passed 6-1, with Commissioner Bunek dissenting. - The Board approved the purchase of fish from Laggis Fish Farms to restock ponds at Veronica Valley County Park for Kids’ Fishing Day, not to exceed $8,566.00. This motion passed unanimously.Infrastructure Projects
- The Board authorized Emergency Management Director, Matt Ansorge, to negotiate a change in terms for tower lease agreements from 15 years to up to 30 years. - The Board approved the first amendment to the tower space lease agreement for Verizon Wireless at the central tower site.Financial Summary
- Approved the submission of the 13th Circuit Community Corrections FY2027 Grant Application for $316,501.25. - Approved the purchase of a new LiveScan unit for $5,280.00. - Approved the allocation of $400,000.00 in the 2027 budget for contingency purposes. - Authorized post-audit claims and accounts totaling $3,376,479.68 and regular claims amounting to $250,941.82.Action Items
- Administrator James Dyer is tasked with preparing an RFP for the management of opioid settlement funds. - Administrator Dyer will provide legal counsel with questions regarding the 2008 Resolution regarding the Varley Property. - The resolution concerning Administrative Settlement Authority will be revisited at the next Executive Board meeting, allowing commissioners to submit any concerns beforehand for review.The meeting adjourned at 9:50 p.m.