This document presents concerns regarding election security in Leelanau County, Michigan, focusing on Dominion Voting Systems. It includes questions for County Clerk Michelle Crocker about election data irregularities, an analysis claims of election rigging in Colorado, and a public comment advocating for paper ballots over computerized voting machines to enhance election integrity.
The Leelanau County Road Commission oversees 598 miles of county roads, maintaining primary and local paved roads, along with seasonal routes. With a budget of $9.4 million for 2024, it focuses on local road maintenance and plans significant improvements from 2024-2029, including chip seal work, crack sealing, and pursuing additional funding for reconstruction projects.
The Leelanau County Family Court is seeking funding through the 2% Spring Cycle to support its summer activity program for youth. The total funding request will not exceed $18,000, which will cover costs for 11 new bikes, a bike trailer, helmets, and a bike mounting kit for safe storage, due to the current fleet’s deteriorating condition.
This document outlines requests submitted to the Board of Commissioners for allocation permissions via Intent Letters for the spring 2025 cycle. It details five distinct projects, including monetary requests and intended uses of the funds, emphasizing the necessity for the Board’s permission to apply for financial support in accordance with Grants Management Policy 8.03.
This document is a request to waive board policy regarding bid requirements, specifically concerning the MERS Defined Benefit Plan Adoption Agreement amendment. The proposed amendment aims to exclude County Administrators hired on or after March 31, 2025, from the MERS plan, as outlined in the incoming County Administrator’s employment agreement.
The proposed Leelanau County Administrator Employment Agreement outlines James Dyer’s role and compensation. Dyer will serve as the chief administrative officer with an annual salary of $127,000, a vehicle allowance, and designated vacation days. The agreement allows for termination by either party and includes provisions for performance evaluation and professional development funding.
The Leelanau County Board of Commissioners held an Executive Board Session on March 11, 2025, led by Chairman Steve Yoder. Key topics included updates from departments, the appointment of Craig L. Wright as attorney magistrate, and discussions on the Point Broadband Project. The session concluded with closed discussions on union negotiations and approved claims.
This document outlines the agenda for the Leelanau County Board of Commissioners meeting scheduled for March 11, 2025. Key topics include updates from the Administrator, action items for court appointments, 911 surcharge decisions, and discussions on a proposed Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) for the Traverse City-Garfield urban area, among others.
The budget report highlights significant deficits in key funds for Leelanau Township, notably a projected $171,525.78 deficit in the General Fund and further deficits in the Emergency Services ($103,559) and Facilities Funds ($613,000). These deficits threaten the township’s financial stability, emphasizing the urgent need for expenditure reductions or revenue enhancements to manage fiscal challenges effectively.
The Leelanau Township Board of Trustees has scheduled a public hearing on the proposed 2024-25 budget for Tuesday, March 11, 2025, at 5:00 P.M. Attendance is available in person or via Zoom. The agenda includes the Pledge of Allegiance and a public comment period limited to three minutes per speaker.
