The Leelanau County Board of Commissioners held a special session on Thursday, December 12, 2024, where they interviewed two candidates for the county administrator position. Following public comments and discussions among commissioners, James Dyer was tentatively chosen for the role, with negotiations for an employment agreement authorized to proceed.
A Special Session of the Leelanau County Board of Commissioners is scheduled for December 12, 2024, at 9:45 a.m. The agenda includes a call to order, pledge of allegiance, roll call, public comments, and dialogue on potential candidates for the County Administrator position. Mark Brown and James Dyer will be presenting as candidates.
The Leelanau Township Planning Commission has established a tentative meeting schedule for 2025, with meetings on the second and fourth Thursday of each month at 6:30 PM, usually held at Leelanau Township Hall. Meetings may be held in-person or through Zoom, ensuring accessibility for all participants while adhering to safety guidelines.
The document presents a review by Zoning Administrator Steve Patmore regarding a special land use permit application for a communications tower on Kitchen Road in Leelanau Township. Key issues include an incomplete map of existing towers, inaccurate depiction of fencing, and unclear propagation maps, along with concerns about the tower’s appearance and access road maintenance.
The Leelanau Township Planning Commission will meet on December 12, 2024, at 6:30 P.M. at the Fire Hall and via Zoom. Key agenda items include a Special Land Use Permit for a telecommunications tower. Public comments are encouraged, with opportunities at the beginning and end of the meeting, limited to three minutes per person.
The Solon Township Board held its regular meeting on December 5, 2024, at the Township Hall. Supervisor Chris Comeaux initiated the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance, followed by roll call, confirming all board members were present. The agenda was approved after adjustments, reflecting the board’s commitment to transparency and responsiveness to public concerns.
The Empire Village Council held a regular meeting on December 12, 2024, at the Empire Township Hall. The agenda included a county request concerning a tax sale parcel and an extension of the Wastewater Task Force. Financial reports were presented, and Derith Smith was appointed as Village Clerk. The meeting adjourned at 8:43 p.m.
The document outlines the Village of Empire’s procedures for combining or recombining property, detailing required application information, including zoning district, proof of ownership, and legal descriptions. M22 Development LLC has applied to combine two adjacent lots in the Sunset Subdivision, as they do not meet minimum area requirements. The Zoning Administrator recommends approval.
Resolution 13-2024 is oriented towards establishing the regular meeting dates for the Kasson Township Board for the year 2025. This resolution is in accordance with Michigan Compiled Law 41.72a(1), which empowers township boards to determine their meeting schedules. The resolution serves as an official notice for the planning and organization of board meetings.
In November 2024, the Kasson Township Zoning Administrator issued 5 land use permits, including projects like solar arrays and single-family dwellings, generating $425 in fees. Additional zoning activities encompassed 5 Zoning Board of Appeals proceedings and various inquiries. The Administrator assisted residents through 37 phone calls and 32 emails, reflecting active community engagement.
