Summary
The Solon Township Board meeting on June 19, 2025, addressed vital community topics, including public comments on traffic safety and short-term rentals, infrastructure developments, as well as various financial matters. Key decisions included the potential for an increased number of short-term rentals to be regulated by a zoning ordinance and the approval of several community projects and expenditures.Public Comments
- **Mary O’Neill** expressed the desire for angle parking in Cedar to slow traffic. - **Tim Johnson** raised concerns regarding the Short Term Rental Ordinance and suggested starting with the number of current rentals rather than increasing them due to corporate purchases potentially turning the township into short-term rental homes.Infrastructure Projects
- **Brendan Mullane** from the Leelanau County Road Commission reported on projected road improvements. A chip seal and overlay on Bunting’s Road will cost approximately $12,000, split between the county and the township. The township has been working to rebuild its Road Improvement Fund after previous expenditure. - The public talked about the alley behind Bunting's and received information about traffic studies being conducted.Financial Summary
- Total available funds are reported at **$681,202.93**. - Notable expenditures include a payment of **$3,700** to Straight Line Fence for park improvements and **$6,000** for the overlay on Bunting's Road. - Approved payments included the MTA annual dues amounting to **$2,439.75** and the purchase of a microphone system for **$1,503.48**.Action Items
- The board will hold a public hearing on August 14, 2025, to discuss the Interlocal Agreement for Cedar Area Fire & Rescue. - Christina Deeren, the Zoning Administrator, will have further discussions regarding her contract, and an effort will be made to establish office hours for better public access. - The Planning Commission will be tasked to vet the Short Term Rental, Food Truck, and Landscape Ordinances ahead of upcoming public hearings.Overall, the meeting underscored community engagement regarding local governance and strategic planning for infrastructure and zoning changes.