The Empire Village Council Regular Meeting is scheduled for January 23, 2024, addressing critical topics including public comments, financial statements, and updates on the Asset Mapping Group. The council aims to enhance community engagement via TextMyGov, fostering resident participation and transparency in local governance while discussing the Capital Improvement Plan for 2024-2029.
This document summarizes the Empire Village Council Regular Meeting held on January 23, 2024. Key topics discussed included an attorney update concerning a FOIA request and subsequent settlement agreement, which the council approved. Significant decisions included approving the Release and Settlement Agreement, Capital Improvement Plan, and passing Resolution No. 1 of 2024 regarding road dedication.
This document summarizes the proceedings of a Special Meeting held by the Leland Township Board on January 23, 2024. The meeting focused on the purchase of the Borre property, with the board approving Resolution R-24-4 to authorize the Supervisor and Clerk to sign closing documents for the purchase at a price of $131,000.
This document summarizes the Leland Township General Fund Budget Workshop held on January 19, 2024. The meeting, attended by Susan Och, Shirley Garthe, Lisa Brookfield, Clint Mitchell, and Mariann Kirch, focused on a detailed line-by-line review of the budget and discussion of key financial considerations for the upcoming year. The workshop commenced at 10:30 AM.
This document serves as a public notice from the Leland Township Board regarding an upcoming budget workshop scheduled for January 19, 2024. The workshop will focus on the General Fund budget for the fiscal year 2024-25. It underscores the township’s commitment to transparent budgeting processes and provides a chance for community input.
The Leelanau County Board of Commissioners convened for their regular session on January 16, 2024. Key discussions revolved around the hiring of a new Planning Director and updates from the Bay Area Transportation Authority. The meeting concluded with the approval of financial amendments and a resolution to allocate funds for attainable housing initiatives, reflecting the county’s commitment to community service.
On January 16, 2024, the Leelanau County Board of Commissioners convened at the Government Center, where they discussed key issues, including the appointment of a permanent Planning Director and the Teamsters Union Letter of Understanding. The meeting concluded with discussions on employee culture, highlighting the need for better communication and training to enhance workplace morale.
O’Rourke expresses frustration with the climate survey, urging immediate separation of the departments involved. Kramer clarifies that they only sought raw data, not critiquing Scholten’s work. Scholten defends his methodology, stressing employee anonymity and declining to share data. The exchange signals ongoing tensions and the necessity for constructive steps to address the raised concerns.
The Northport Village Council convened on January 12, 2024, to discuss a budget proposal for new staffing, specifically a Full-Time Treasurer and a Part-Time Administrative Assistant. Village Manager Jim Dyer presented a plan estimating around $75,000 for these roles, leveraging existing budget allocations and projected savings to address administrative shortages and support economic development initiatives.
The Empire Village Council Work Session agenda includes presentations by the new Village Attorney and a TextMyGov demonstration. It also addresses public comments, old business like meeting minutes approval, and new discussions on software and drainage assessments. Additionally, the agenda covers snowplowing clarification, sidewalk clearing, employee health insurance, and bids for road projects.
