The Building and Grounds Committee of the Leelanau County Board of Commissioners will be conducting a meeting on Friday, February 16, 2024, at 2:30 p.m. in the Commissioner Meeting Room of the Leelanau County Government Center. Leelanau County will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services for individuals with disabilities upon twenty-four (24) hours notice.
The document presents an Opinion of Probable Construction Cost for the Leelanau County Government Center Rear Entry Repair Study by Machin Engineering, Inc. The total estimated project cost is $430,000.00, including a 20% contingency. Key sections include general conditions, demolition, concrete, and electrical work, with costs approximated based on conceptual sketches.
Apex Engineering & Management, Inc. proposes to provide design and project management services for the Leelanau County Governmental Center Entrance Bridge masonry repair. The proposed scope includes designing the repair, formulating a budget, preparing bid documents, and managing contracts, with services billed at $125/hr for Engineering and $85/hr for Project Management.
The Leland Township Board is holding budget workshops on Thursday, February 15, 2024, to review the 2024-2025 budgets for various township operations. Topics include Sewer Operations and Improvement, Harbor Operations and Improvement/Dredge, and Parks and Recreation. The workshops will take place at the Leland Township office, located at 489 W Main St, Lake Leelanau.
Trash removal and public restroom costs have increased. The committee is requesting hiring a lifeguard for Nedow’s Bay, 7 days a week, starting June 6. Discussion around Ken Hagstrom’s wages and potentially outsourcing his duties. Proposal for year-round portajohns at Van’s Beach and Hancock. The Parks and Rec budget will need to be reworked based on the discussions.
The Leland Township Sewer Operating Fund budget for 2023-2024 anticipates total income of $233,688.00, driven by usage charges. Expenses are projected at $229,885.58, focused on salaries and operational costs. The Sewer Improvement Fund estimates income of $185,000.00, with expenses of $315,499.39 for capital projects. Key changes include a 5% wage increase and a shift towards in-house operations.
The Solon Township Board convened for its regular meeting on February 15, 2024, at the Solon Township Hall in Cedar, MI. The meeting commenced at 7:00 PM with the Pledge of Allegiance led by Supervisor Jim Lautner. Board members present included Supervisor Lautner, Treasurer Joan Gauthier, Clerk Shirley Mikowski, and Trustee Steve Yoder.
The Centerville Township Board has adopted several key resolutions for 2024, addressing poverty exemptions, natural hazard mitigation, and township board salaries. Resolution 2024-04 establishes guidelines for poverty exemptions, ensuring transparency in the process while reflecting the township’s commitment to supporting financial need. Additionally, resolutions on salaries for the Supervisor, Clerk, and Treasurer were passed.
The Centerville Township Board held its regular meeting on February 14, 2024. Key agenda items included financial updates, committee reports, and new business. The Treasurer’s report was approved alongside discussions on the fire millage renewal. Rolf Von Walthausen was appointed to the Planning Commission, and several important resolutions were also adopted.
The Leelanau County Energy Futures Taskforce plans to enhance energy efficiency and promote renewable energy. A key initiative is a proposed solar installation at the Government Center, funded by a Michigan Public Service Commission grant. This project aims to reduce electric bills and exemplify solar energy’s benefits, while saving an estimated $1 million over 25 years.
