Leelanau Township’s small airports serve crucial roles in emergencies and tourism, necessitating protective measures against development. Federal and local jurisdictions govern airspace and ground safety. The Woolsey Memorial Airport is integrated into the Transportation Plan, emphasizing the township’s priority of maintaining safety and operational integrity of these facilities.
The Leland Township Board held a budget meeting on March 25, 2025, discussing the Sewer Operating budget, user rate increases, and park maintenance costs. They decided to continue working with Shaub Outdoor Services for cemetery maintenance while considering bidding options in the future. The annual meeting on April 14, 2025, may feature the Community Recreational Plan.
The Leland Township Board convened a special meeting on March 25, 2025, at 2:00 PM at the Leland Township Office. Supervisor Clint Mitchell led the meeting, attended by all board members. A key item was the approval of Resolution R-25-12, granting a remote wine tasting permit for Fishtown Beverage, LLC, unanimously approved after thorough discussion.
Buster Dame Park and 7th Street are central to a proposed land swap between Leelanau Township and the Village, which has sparked significant public concern. Buster Dame Park, easily accessible and the only full-sized ball diamond in the area, offers potential for various enhancements as outlined in the Parks and Rec Plan 2022-2026. These improvements include parking, sidewalks, picnic facilities, and more.
This document addresses a proposed land swap between Leelanau Township and the Village of Northport concerning Buster Dame Park and the 7th Street property. The author argues against the swap, citing its lack of practicality and negative impacts on the community, advocating for maintaining the park while developing the 7th Street property for housing.
The Leelanau Township Parks and Recreation Committee held a meeting on March 19, 2025. The committee reviewed and approved the previous meeting minutes. They discussed a transfer of a DNR park requirement from Buster Dame Park to the 7th St Property, inviting public comment on ideas for both parks and various committee issues.
The Leelanau Township Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting on March 17, 2025, at 5:30 P.M., at the Townhall and via Zoom. Agenda items include interviewing assessor candidates, a public comment period, and board member reports. The next meeting is scheduled for March 18, 2025, at 5:30 P.M.
The Leelanau Township Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting on March 18, 2025, at 6:15 PM at 119 E Nagonaba St., Northport, MI. Attendees can join via Zoom. Key discussion items include budget amendments, planning for FY 25-26, and a salary resolution. Public comment periods will be offered for community insights.
The budget report for Leelanau Township as of March 31, 2025, outlines financial activities and projections for fiscal years 24-25 and 25-26. The fiscal year 24-25 showed a surplus of $395,981.69, while the projected net deficit for 25-26 is $1,245,990.78, with planned capital outlays for improvements indicating a focus on infrastructure development.
The Village Council of Suttons Bay will hold a meeting on March 17, 2025, at 5:30 PM. The agenda includes approval of minutes, public comments, and discussions on A-Dock improvements and a cross-connection survey. Updates to the ESTA personnel policy will also be reviewed to ensure compliance with new legal standards by the March 21 deadline.
