The Empire Village Council held a regular meeting on September 24, 2024. The agenda included public hearings on a water rate increase, Beach Park Ordinance No. 150, and Zoning Ordinance Section 3.12 regarding signs. A presentation by Gabridge & Co. on the FY 2023-24 audit was also scheduled, along with several key issues to address.
This document summarizes the regular meeting of the Empire Village Council held on September 24, 2024. The meeting addressed several key issues including water rate increases, a beach park ordinance, and revisions to the zoning ordinance concerning signs. Public hearings were conducted for the water rate increase and sign ordinance. The council reviewed and approved a variety of motions.
The Empire Village Council has scheduled a Public Hearing on September 24, 2024, at 7:00 PM in the Empire Township Hall. The hearing will discuss the Water Utility Rate Increase, Village Beach Park Ordinance No. 150, and Village Zoning Ordinance, Section 3.12 Signs. Interested persons are welcome to attend and provide comments.
In the upcoming Board of Commissioners meeting, Interim Administrator Richard Lewis will provide updates. The agenda includes public comments, routine administrative items, and action items such as contract extensions and budget considerations. Additionally, financial reviews will take place, covering amendments and claims for various departments. Public engagement is encouraged during the comments section.
The Leelanau County Board of Commissioners met on September 17, 2024, where they approved several key items, including a one-year extension for the lawn mowing contract and salary adjustments for the Chief Deputy Treasurer and Chief Deputy Register of Deeds. The board discussed the county budget and updates on various administrative matters. Public comments were also received.
The Leelanau County Non-Union Wage Schedule details the wages for various county administration positions. It includes current wage rates and proposed adjustments for key roles like Chief Deputy Treasurer, Chief Deputy Register of Deeds, and Chief Deputy County Clerk. Each position’s wage is shown as an hourly rate and annual salary, crucial for budget planning.
Bill Wiesner expresses his inability to attend the regular LC-BOC meeting and requests that his attached two-page handout be read and posted online. His email emphasizes the importance of the question he intends to pose to the Leelanau County Commissioner candidates, promoting transparency and encouraging thoughtful responses. Wiesner’s engagement reflects his commitment to local governance.
This document summarizes follow-up information from the Executive Meeting held on September 10, 2024. It addresses the MACC fee agreement, MIDC caseload, recommendations from TruGreen, and budget impacts related to a new hire and proposed salary increases. Key attachments include a cost analysis of the new hire overlap and a salary proposal for the Chief Deputy Treasurer.
The Traverse Transportation Coordinating Initiative (TTCI) is the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) responsible for transportation planning in the Traverse City urbanized area. Currently, Leelanau County lacks representation on the Technical Committee, and the Policy Board requires an alternate representative due to a recent resignation. Appointments are urgent with limited upcoming meetings in 2024.
This document outlines the request for a salary adjustment for the Chief Deputy position in Leelanau County, presented to the Board of Commissioners by Administrator Lewis. The proposed increase from $62,523.38 to $69,283.85 is essential for retaining qualified personnel and ensuring competitive salaries with similar managerial roles within the county, emphasizing the importance of this adjustment.
