Summary
The Leland Township special meeting held on February 27, 2026, focused on the engagement of professional planning support for a significant application. Key decisions included authorizing the Planning Commission to hire an expert and approving a necessary agreement for bond disclosures.Public comments
Two speakers provided public comments during the meeting: - **Keith Ashley** encouraged the board to support the Planning Commission Chairperson’s request for additional professional opinions regarding the SLUP application, emphasizing the importance of having planning and zoning expertise. - **Skip Telgard** supported the board's decision but noted that time constraints could pose a challenge for obtaining opinions before the next meeting.Infrastructure projects
- The board authorized the Planning Commission Chairperson to engage the services of a planning expert, not to exceed $2,000, for assistance with the SLUP application. This decision was made with the understanding that the Planning Commission would have to determine the timing of the expert’s input.Other Business
The board approved an agreement with Bendzinski & Co. to act as a dissemination agent for continuing disclosure regarding the 2015 General Obligation Unlimited Tax Bonds, at a cost of $1,000 annually for a 5-year term.Action Items
1. The Planning Commission Chairperson is tasked with engaging the services of a planning expert for the SLUP application, with a budget limit of $2,000. 2. The Clerk and Supervisor to sign the agreement with Bendzinski & Co. for necessary bond reporting.Both tasks are to be followed up promptly to ensure timely service access and compliance with bond requirements.