The Village of Suttons Bay held a regular Village Council meeting on February 18, 2025. Key items discussed included the renewal of the Ice Rink Park Agreement with Suttons Bay Township until 2028, the upcoming Swim for Grand Traverse Bay event, and the need for equipment replacement, specifically the Aebi sidewalk clearing machine.
The Leelanau County Board of Commissioners will meet on February 18th, 2025, at the Government Center. The agenda includes administrative items, public comments, and action items like the approval of an IT Technician position and equipment purchases for the Drain Commission. The meeting will feature a live stream option and options for public comment.
This document presents the tentative minutes from the Leelanau County Board of Commissioners Regular Session held on February 18, 2025. The meeting was called to order by Chairman Steve Yoder, with all commissioners present except Rick Robbins (arriving late). The minutes from previous sessions were approved, along with the agenda, which included a late addition for BCBS approval.
Leelanau County has made significant investments in broadband consulting with DCS, totaling $388,900. Concerns arise over the contract’s accountability and the push for a 60% raise despite the competitive BEAD program. Rushed decisions have led to costly mistakes, highlighting the need for careful vetting before approving contracts to prevent further financial missteps.
Executive Summary: The document provides a detailed breakdown of the General Fund and DTR cash investments from January 2023 to December 2024. The total combined cash investments fluctuate throughout the period, ranging from a low of $6.5 million in July 2024 to a high of $15.3 million in October 2024, offering a financial snapshot over multiple years.
This document provides an overview of the financials and timelines associated with various drainage district projects as of January 31, 2025. The total budget for the four projects listed is $2.6 million, with a county share amounting to $785,000 and LCRC’s share totaling $202,500. A detailed breakdown reveals that Little Glen has a net obligation of $28,355.75.
The Leelanau County Commission meeting on February 18, 2025, faced backlash regarding the $20,000,000 DSC Contract for broadband services, funded by taxpayers through ARPA Funds. Critics questioned its necessity and efficiency, citing concerns over the rushed contract process and lack of transparency, which has contributed to rising costs and delays while benefiting only a small portion of residents.
During the meeting, old business addressed ongoing issues related to Boughey Park, including feedback from residents on the park’s parking lot entrance. Another point of discussion focused on a Health Department complaint resolution regarding potential water contamination in Shady Lane, which was ultimately found to be unfounded. In new business, Chief Porter provided insights on the Firehall project.
The Empire Village Council convened a work session on February 13, 2024, to discuss key agenda items, including the approval of the previous meeting’s minutes, wages for fiscal year 2025-26, and the Capital Improvement Plan. Public comments also addressed the request from the Empire Area Community Center for property use and a fee waiver for Winter Fest.
The Empire Village Council held a work session on February 13, 2025, at the Empire Township Hall. Key topics included agenda adjustments, public comments on agenda items, and various council member reports. New business focused on the Empire Winter Fest, where the council approved the use of village property along with waiving permit fees.
