Regular Meeting (Minutes)

The Empire Village Council held a regular meeting on April 23, 2024, where they approved the agenda and discussed financial reports. Notable items included a zoning ordinance amendment, various approvals for street maintenance, and deliberations on technology needs for shared village business, emphasizing the ongoing responsiveness to community and operational requirements.

Regular Meeting (Packet)

Concrete Details provided a $21,820 quote for 2,182 sq ft of sidewalk replacement, featuring 4″ thick 4,000 psi concrete. TD Masonry & Concrete quoted $19,477 with 4″ thick 3500 psi concrete and offered a $500 discount. A+ Concrete’s quote lacked specifics, making it less favorable compared to the more comprehensive offers from the other two companies.

Township Board: Thursday, April 18, 2024 at 3:00pm (DRIVEWAY EASEMENT)

This document outlines an agreement for a driveway easement between The Township of Leelanau and Chris and Kent Holton. The purpose of the agreement is to grant Holton an easement across a portion of the Township’s land to provide access to their property from E. Second St. and E. Nagonaba St.

Township Board: Thursday, April 18, 2024 at 3:00pm (AGENDA)

This document outlines the agenda for a special meeting of the Leelanau Township Board of Trustees, scheduled for April 18, 2024. The primary focus includes key decisions regarding a proposed resolution on a property easement, the purchase of two IV pumps, and updated fund balances, alongside public comment sessions for residents.

Parks & Recreation Committee: Wednesday, April 17, 2024 at 5:30pm (MINUTES)

The Leelanau Township Parks and Recreation Committee convened at 5:33 PM, confirming quorum with members present. No public comments were made. Various park updates included a donation box at Woolsey Airport and new ramps at Bramen Hill. The committee plans a tour for improvements and emphasizes the need for better facilities at Christmas Cove Beach.

Parks & Recreation Committee: Wednesday, April 17, 2024 at 5:30pm (AGENDA)

The Leelanau Township Parks and Recreation Committee convened on April 17, 2024. The session included public comments, a review of previous minutes, and updates on multiple parks and facilities. Significant discussions focused on issues at Peterson Park, Omena Beach Park, and Mudd Lake. The meeting concluded with an opportunity for additional comments before adjournment.

Regular meeting (MIDC Proposed Cost Analysis FY25, 4/16/2024)

This document presents the proposed budget for Leelanau County’s indigent defense services for Fiscal Year 2025, with a total of $383,778.60, an increase from FY24’s $291,476.50. The rise in attorney compensation is due to a recalculation of case loads and adherence to the Michigan Indigent Defense Commission’s mandatory minimum hourly rate.