The Leelanau Township Board of Trustees is set to meet on April 8, 2025, at 5:30 PM. The agenda includes public comments, a closed session, and reports from local officials. Key discussions will cover a mowing contract renewal, Earned Sick Time Act updates, and tasting room approvals for wineries.
The Leelanau Township Board of Trustees held their regular meeting on January 14, 2025, discussing topics such as a housing collaboration with Northport and plans for a winter carnival. Actions included reappointing committee members and approving agreements for tax collection. The meeting focused on township operations, infrastructure maintenance, and collaborative efforts with local entities.
Several significant recommendations were passed, including the temporary reassignment of a vehicle within the Sheriff’s Office, adjustments to Marine Patrol hours, and the approval of a new agreement with Michigan State University for extension services. The Board also approved claims and accounts totaling over $3.3 million dollars, along with various bid acceptances related to maintenance.
The Sewer Operating Fund’s financial performance from 2022-2026 shows fluctuating income and expenses. Total income grew from $213,099.34 in 2022-2023 to a projected $258,822.04 in 2024-2025. However, expenses dropped from $229,885.58 to a low of $175,996.86 before rising again, with a projected fund balance of $40,000 by March 31, 2026.
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 key highlights from the meeting include: Approval of the Consent Agenda, including meeting minutes and invoice payments, and an agreement with Abonmarche for preliminary engineering work on the A-Dock project. The meeting also covered amendments to the Employee Handbook and public comments on the Department of Public Works and suggestions for park sculptures.
The Kasson Township Board convened its regular meeting on March 12, 2025. Brian Withers, a local resident, raised concerns regarding the Road Commission garage in Maple City. Significant discussion revolved around unfinished business, including cemetery matters and road projects. The Fire Station design is progressing, and the board approved various quotes and agreements for services.
The township attorney, Chris Bzdok, explained that the township cannot legally stop Williams and Bay from disposing septic waste on farmland due to changes in state laws that override the township’s ordinances. The only option would be to sue, but Bzdok believes the township would lose the case. The board and public had extensive discussions.
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The regular meeting of the Cleveland Township Board on March 11, 2025, was called to order by Supervisor Tim Stein at 7 pm. The meeting saw the approval of the February 11, 2025 minutes and the Treasurer’s Report for February 28, 2025, reflecting a balance of $669,667.47 after accounting for disbursements and revenue.
