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.

Regular meeting (Minutes)

The Leelanau County Board of Commissioners convened on April 16, 2024, at the Government Center in Suttons Bay, Michigan. The meeting commenced at 7:00 p.m. with all seven commissioners in attendance, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silence. The board reviewed and approved the minutes from previous sessions and accepted an amended agenda.

Regular meeting (Late Addition #1, 4/16/2024)

LCSS has an agreement with MMAP (Michigan Medicare/Medicaid Assistance Program), Inc. to provide MIPPA (Medicare Improvements for Patients and Provides Act) Beneficiary Outreach and Assistance Services. The contribution of $1,400.00 is for the successful submission of these applications and presentations by MMAP counselor Bruce Barnes. It is recommended that the County Board accept this contribution.

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.

Work Session (Packet)

The Empire Village Council’s work session on April 11, 2024, will cover public comments, department reports, and issues around short-term rentals, infrastructure, and procedures. Key topics include proposed ordinances, committee formation for enforcement, and community engagement, allowing residents to voice their concerns. The Council aims for transparency and accountability in decision-making processes.

Work Session (Minutes)

The Empire Village Council convened on April 11, 2024, at the Township Hall, with all members present. The agenda included a request from the ABCD Group and public comments on various items. The council discussed the Short Term Rental registration ordinance and voted to purchase the Field Trip building, approving the purchase agreement. The meeting adjourned at 9:42 p.m.

April 11, 2024 Reular meeting minutes CV (Minutes)

The Northport Village Council convened its regular meeting on April 11, 2024, discussing key issues such as the Homewood Subdivision, trash pickup budget, and the golf course management agreement renewal. Several motions were passed including an Anishinaabe monument placement and Rain Garden expansion. Council members also announced upcoming events, highlighting Northport’s 175th anniversary celebration.

Regular meeting (Minutes)

This document summarizes the minutes of the Solon Township Board meeting held on April 11, 2024. The Board approved the meeting agenda and previous minutes, made budget corrections, authorized investments, and increased rental rates for the Township Hall. Discussions included reports from various committees, ongoing repairs, and concerns regarding future land use and park management.