Planning Commission: Planning Commission Thursday, September 12, 2024 @ 7:00 pm (Public comment – Farm Stays)

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This document provides feedback on the June 27, 2024, Farm Stay Campsites draft, focusing on areas needing clarification for the Public Hearing. The primary concern centers around the definition of key terms, particularly “commercial farming activity” and “commercial agricultural use,” which appear repeatedly throughout the draft. The author suggests using consistent terminology to avoid confusion.

Planning Commission: Planning Commission Thursday, September 12, 2024 @ 7:00 pm (Proposed Amendment on Farm Stays in Ag Dist.)

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The amendments aim to regulate the establishment and operation of Farm Stay Campsites, defined as small campgrounds linked to commercial farming activities. They focus on minimizing disruptions to residential and agricultural environments, include operational limitations like noise restrictions and guest occupancy caps, and mandate detailed management plans for the review process to ensure local compliance.

Planning Commission: Planning Commission Thursday, September 12, 2024 @ 7:00 pm (Agenda)

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The Leelanau Township Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting on Thursday, September 12, 2024, at 7:00 PM at the Leelanau Township Hall. The agenda includes procedural items and a public hearing on a Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment for Farm Stay Campsites, designed to gather public input and analyze the potential impacts on zoning regulations.

Regular Meeting (Minutes)

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The Solon Township Board held a regular meeting on September 12, 2024, discussing key financials and project updates. The treasurer reported assets of $512,519.03. The board approved several measures, including a new election tabulator, liquor license for Heartwood Ciders, and plans for the Cedar River project, while addressing ongoing issues with township infrastructure.

September 12, 2024 Regular meeting minutes CV. (Minutes)

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This document summarizes the Northport Village Council meeting of September 12, 2024, presided over by President Christopher McCann. Topics included meeting minutes approval, a wind turbine tower removal update, a water cost study revealing financial challenges, and plans for rate increases. Discussions also addressed playground installation, shoreline concerns, and the adoption of the Northport Village Nuisance Ordinance.

Work Session (Minutes)

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Key discussions during the Empire Village Council’s work session on September 12, 2024, included revisions to the Sign Ordinance, finalizing job descriptions for key positions, addressing a Planning Commission vacancy, and reviewing improvements at the Recycling Center. The Council also considered parking regulations for the Beach Park and discussed traffic signs on Niagara Street.

Work Session (Packet)

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**Meeting Overview:** This document summarizes the agenda for the Empire Village Council Work Session held on September 12, 2024, at the Empire Township Hall. The meeting covers a range of topics, from standard procedural items to specific local issues. The agenda includes opportunities for public input, reports from department heads and council members, and both old and new business items.

Regular Meeting (Post-Audit Check Report)

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The executive summary provides an overview of the financial transactions documented in the “Post Audit Check Detail” report for the Township of Kasson, covering the period from August 31 to September 11, 2024. The report details a single transaction involving a payment to CenturyLink, processed through Huntington Bank, amounting to $151.33, categorized under account number 101-265-920.