Public comments made during the Leelanau County Commission meeting on July 16, 2023, highlighted concerns about the jail’s overcapacity and the associated taxpayer costs. The need for accountability regarding the Maintenance Manager’s replacement and a lack of transparency in the Senior Services Report were also emphasized, along with criticism of the Commissioners’ treatment of the Clerk.
Centerville Township Board Meeting: The agenda was approved with additions. Meeting minutes from June 12 and June 19, 2024, were amended and accepted. Public comments were received regarding the Early Childhood millage renewal. Financial status was reviewed, invoices authorized, and updates from the Planning Commission and Cedar Area Fire and Rescue Board were discussed.
On July 10, 2024, the Kasson Township Board met to discuss key topics including Library Board appointments, financial reports, and unfinished business items like the fire station location. Decisions made included appointing Greg Julian and Kathleen Hy to the Glen Lake Library Board, contracting PC recording secretary services, and initiating discussions on the fire station design.
In “ENGINEERED THEFT OF A SUPERPOWER,” Mark Cook exposes the vulnerabilities in modern election systems transitioning to centralized electronic formats, highlighting how this shift enables strategic manipulation. Cook argues for restoring simpler, transparent voting processes controlled at the precinct level, advocating for immediate actions to rebuild trust in the electoral system and ensure democratic integrity.
The Glen Arbor Township Election Commission convened on July 9, 2024, to appoint officials for the upcoming State Primary Election on August 6. The commission approved a balanced list of Chairpersons and Inspectors from both parties. The meeting concluded with scheduling a Public Accuracy Test for July 15, ensuring the integrity of the voting process.
The Glen Arbor Township Election Commission convened on July 15, 2024, with Chairperson Pam Laureto presiding. The meeting began by approving the minutes from the previous meeting with a unanimous vote. A significant agenda item was the adjustment of chairperson assignments for the upcoming August 6, 2024 election, ensuring balanced political representation.
The Charter Township of Elmwood convened a special board meeting on June 18, 2024, to discuss public safety and park improvements. Fire and Rescue Medical Director Kathryn Dunklow proposed Advanced Life Support (ALS) services, while the Parks and Recreation Committee recommended enhancements for Cherry Bend Park, including accessibility improvements and new recreational facilities like pickleball courts.
The Leelanau County Board of Commissioners will meet on June 18, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. to discuss various administrative items including board minutes, grant applications, and budget approvals. A live stream of the meeting will be available, and public comments may be submitted in person or via email to [email protected].
Key actions included approving the agenda, minutes from prior sessions, and various consent agenda items such as worker’s compensation renewal and agreements for tower leases with T-Mobile. The Board approved the Child Care Fund annual plan, renewed the Crime Victim Rights Grant, and decided to re-establish a Property Assessed Clean Energy program with a public hearing set for August.
Rick Weible highlighted serious election integrity issues in [State], including inconsistent felony voting enforcement and system vulnerabilities. He accessed county election systems, showing significant security flaws. Outdated antivirus software and publicly accessible default passwords increased risks. Weible urged immediate action, recommending software updates and unique passwords for each voting machine to bolster security.
