The Leelanau County Board of Commissioners will hold a Special Session on April 15, 2025, at 7:00 p.m., in the Government Center. Key agenda items include the Annual Statutory Equalization Hearing and the approval of the 2025 Statutory Equalization Report. Public comments can be made during the meeting or submitted via email.
The General Fund Account shows a balance of $2,634,543.32 for operations, while Sinking/Savings accounts total $2,440,644.72 for capital projects. Additionally, CD investments amount to $4,773,820.90, designated for various improvements. These financial summaries provide a clear picture of the organization’s fiscal health as of March 31, 2025.
The Kasson Township Board convened on April 9, 2025, approving the agenda and receiving public comments on community events. They reviewed a presentation from the Leelanau County Road Commission regarding 2024 reports, addressing financial details and ongoing projects. Key discussions included the approval of the Sidewalk Ordinance and updates from various township committees.
Kasson Township Treasurer’s Report for April 2025 outlines the financial overview, including a beginning balance of $1,205,590.93 and total disbursements amounting to $144,977.61. The report details total receipts of $124,892.93, leading to an ending balance of $1,182,506.25 across various accounts, including CDs, checking, and tax funds.
The Township of Kasson’s total income for the April 2024 to March 2025 budget year is projected to be $333,466.04. The main sources of income are taxes, state shared revenue, and landfill revenue. The projected net income for the Township is $112,570.33, which is 100.0% of the budgeted amount of $0.00.
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.
This document presents a three-year comparative budget analysis for the General Fund (101) for the fiscal years 2022-2023, 2023-2024 (projected), and 2024-2025 (proposed). The budget covers various revenue sources, including property taxes, state revenue sharing, and allocations across departments such as Public Works, Parks, and Recreation, reflecting investments in public infrastructure.
The proposed General Fund Budget for 2025/2026 outlines anticipated revenues and expenditures for the township, highlighting total revenues of $798,856.00. Major expense areas include Fire Protection at $346,043.00 and Roads at $460,000.00, with detailed comparisons to the previous fiscal year’s actual revenues and expenditures, ensuring transparency in the township’s financial operations.
The annual meeting and budget hearing of Cleveland Township was convened on March 29, 2025, at 10:00 AM. Supervisor Tim Stein provided an update on the Short Term Rentals Ordinance, mentioning 30 permits issued. Plans for a moratorium on development in B1 and B2 zoning districts were discussed to align with the township’s master plan.
Leelanau Township’s small airports serve crucial roles in emergencies and tourism, necessitating protective measures against development. Federal and local jurisdictions govern airspace and ground safety. The Woolsey Memorial Airport is integrated into the Transportation Plan, emphasizing the township’s priority of maintaining safety and operational integrity of these facilities.
