The Leelanau Township Board of Trustees will hold their regular meeting on Tuesday, March 11, 2025, at 5:30 P.M. The agenda includes reviewing and approving minutes, reports from various committees, and discussing topics such as budget amendments, housing, and a grant application for Parks and Rec. The board will also take actions on multiple policies.
The Leelanau Township Board of Trustees held regular meetings on January 14 and February 11, 2025. Public comments focused on Woosley Airport repairs and property taxation. The board discussed ongoing issues with BS&A software, township road assessments, and budget timeline. In February, discussions included recreational area security, salary increases, and property tax exemptions.
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 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.
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.
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 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.
This document serves as a response to Commissioner Campbell’s inquiries regarding the Leelanau County broadband initiative. Ty Wessell outlines key differences between the broadband projects in Leelanau and Benzie Counties, correcting misinformation and clarifying the processes involved in the successful implementation of their broadband strategies, emphasizing the need for a thorough review of the established records.
The Leland Township Board convened its regular meeting on March 10, 2025. Key discussions included public comments from Keith Ashley regarding severance pay and new signage, and Steve Mikowski’s request for a referendum on Zoning Ordinance 96-1. The board approved events from Parenting Communities and Fishtown 5K, and Lauren Cypher was appointed to the Park & Rec Committee.
The Leelanau County Board of Commissioners will meet on February 18th, 2025, at the Government Center. The agenda includes administrative items, public comments, and action items like the approval of an IT Technician position and equipment purchases for the Drain Commission. The meeting will feature a live stream option and options for public comment.
