The Leelanau County Board of Commissioners will hold regular meetings on the third Tuesday of each month in 2024, starting at 7:00 p.m., with exceptions for October and January 2025. Draft minutes of meetings will be accessible within eight days following each meeting, available at the County Clerk’s office or by mail upon request.
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.
This document is a letter from the Leelanau County Prosecutor, Sheriff, Probate Judge, Treasurer, and Register to the Board of Commissioners and County Administrator. The letter discusses the report and presentation by John Scholten, which echoes concerns expressed by county staff and elected officials. The authors reject the notion that these concerns have been fabricated or exaggerated.
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.
The Empire Village Council held a work session on January 11, 2023, at the Empire Township Hall. The meeting included all council members and Clerk Smith. Key decisions included approving the Personnel Committee’s offer for a DPW Technician position and extending the New Office Committee’s end date. The council approved a sound invoice for an amplifier.
This document outlines the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) for the Village of Empire, covering various projects aimed at enhancing infrastructure, public facilities, and community spaces over the next five years. Key projects include sidewalk replacements, park upgrades, and wastewater management improvements, with budgets ranging from $20,000 to $500,000, focusing on safety and sustainability.
Lawrence Epple, Deputy Clerk of the Village of Empire, addresses the Village Council regarding communications received about short-term rentals. The letter highlights the economic challenges faced by Empire’s businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic and advocates for a balanced approach to short-term rental regulations, urging the Council to consider the implications on residents and businesses.
The Water Committee meeting on December 13, 2023, addressed the 2023-24 budget. Key budget items included $5,000 for a water rate study under Professional Services. Repair & Maintenance allocated $7,000 for roof repairs for well houses 3 & 4, and approximately $4,000 for lab testing. The meeting also reviewed fee schedule adjustments for services.
This document is an invoice from Sound Environments LLC to Empire Township Hall, invoice number 45/2024 12215. The invoice outlines the purchase of “USED EQUIPME… Crown Micro Tech 1200 Stereo Power Amplifier” with a quantity of 1 and a rate of $180.00, resulting in a total amount of $180.00. Sales tax is listed as 0.00%.
