Township Board: Tuesday, March 12, 2024 @ 5:30pm Leelanau Township Board (AGENDA)

This document outlines the agenda for the Leelanau Township Board of Trustees’ regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday, March 12, 2024, at 5:30 PM. The meeting will be held via Zoom, covering routine matters like minutes approval and substantive discussions, including workforce housing updates, fire truck purchase options, and public comment periods.

Township Board: Tuesday, March 12, 2024 @ 5:30pm Leelanau Township Board (JOINT HOUSING RESOLUTION)

The Leelanau Township Board passed a resolution on March 12, 2024, to explore a joint planning and housing commission with the Village of Northport. This initiative responds to a 2019 housing study projecting a need for 367 rental and 301 owner-occupied units in Leelanau County by 2025, highlighting urgent housing needs for low-income residents.

Township Board: Public Hearing 2024-25 FY Budget (AGENDA)

This document outlines the public hearing agenda for the Leelanau Township Board of Trustees concerning the proposed 2024-25 budget. Scheduled for March 12, 2024, at 5:00 P.M., the session will take place at the Leelanau Township Hall in Northport, MI, and will provide both in-person and remote access options via Zoom.

Executive Board (Packet)

The Leelanau County Board of Commissioners will meet on March 12, 2024, to discuss various resolutions including road millages and funding for early childhood health services. Updates from county officials and public comments will also be featured. Key agenda items include approval of a road millage resolution, sheriff’s recruitment sponsorship, and emergency service plans.

Executive Board (Minutes)

The Leelanau County Board of Commissioners held an Executive Board Session on March 12, 2024. Key topics included updates on the Benzie-Leelanau Health Department buildout, BATA litigation, and an Early Childhood Services millage renewal. The Board also addressed hiring a new County Administrator and several action items related to road commission and law enforcement initiatives.

Executive Board (MLI Administrator Selection Handout)

The Leelanau County Board of Commissioners is seeking an experienced County Administrator/Chief Financial Officer to implement its priorities. This position oversees a $16.5 million budget and manages approximately 130 employees. Key responsibilities include developing the annual budget, overseeing personnel, and engaging with the community. Salary range and application details available at the county’s website.

Executive Board (Public Comment – Bill Wiesner, 3/12/2024)

This report presents findings from a forensic examination of Mesa County’s Dominion Voting System, revealing evidence of data destruction and potential manipulation of election records. Key findings include the deletion of almost 29,000 files, making it difficult to determine election integrity. The conclusion highlights significant security failures, complicating the verification of vote counts.

Executive Board (Leelanau County Road Commission Presentation)

This document contains an executive summary of financial reports and projects related to road maintenance and transportation within Nevada County. The report includes financial data from 2022, providing insights into expenditures, revenues, and project summaries. Several project summaries are included, detailing road maintenance activities, associated costs, and comparisons, including road repairs and drainage improvements.

Regular meeting (Packet)

The February 2024 Treasurer’s Report for Elmwood Township details a total liquidity of $1,144,679.49 across all funds, with investments amounting to $763,089.08. Notable investments include those with Goldman Sachs, Ally Bank, Morgan Stanley, and JP Morgan Chase. The report concludes with a grand total of $8,219,497.22, reflecting a robust financial position.

Special Meeting minutes March 7, 2024 (Minutes)

The Northport Village Council convened a special meeting on March 7, 2024, to address the future of the village-owned property on Seventh Street. The public hearing was a significant step in gathering community input, reflecting the council’s commitment to engaging stakeholders in the decision-making process. Community members expressed diverse views on the property’s future.