The Empire Village Council met on January 28, 2025, discussing the Recreation Plan and proposed boardwalk across South Bar Lake. Residents expressed concerns about environmental impacts and taxpayer costs. Two motions regarding the plan failed, leading the Council to seek further public input. The meeting addressed the Capital Improvement Plan and ended at 9:00 p.m.
The author expresses concerns regarding a petition among Village residents to remove specific Action Items from the Recreation Plan. They argue this undermines the public participation process mandated by the DNR, emphasizing that these items stemmed from public input. The author questions ignoring survey results showing resident support and advocates for studying the proposals before making decisions.
The Leelanau County Board of Commissioners meeting on January 21, 2025, will address a comprehensive agenda covering various administrative, operational, and financial matters. Key discussion points include the approval of employee health plans, multiple departmental work agreements, and grants. Public comments can be submitted in person or via email, ensuring transparency and adherence to the Open Meetings Act.
The Leelanau County Board of Commissioners held a regular session on January 21, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. The agenda included updates on the Special Land Use Permit, operational improvements, and resource allocations. Significant discussions included continuation of stipends for the County Clerk and the renewal of health and safety program contracts, emphasizing ongoing support amidst challenges.
Governance challenges in Leelanau County include a $1 million taxpayer money decision by County Commissioners, restrictions on public input, and changes in meeting times that limit access. The proposed Commissioner Governance Declaration emphasizes essential services, lawful petitions for additional services, and prioritizes public participation, urging agenda discussions on improving accessibility at upcoming county meetings.
The document transcribes Mark Cook’s public comment at the Barry County Board of Commissioners meeting on September 10, 2024, where he highlighted vulnerabilities in the Dominion voting system. Cook challenged Election Source representatives, who acknowledged these issues yet continued selling the equipment, raising concerns about vendor control over elections and the involvement of organizations like the Atlantic Council.
The regular meeting of the Kasson Township Board was called to order on January 15, 2025 at 7:00 pm with the Pledge of Allegiance. The Treasurer’s Report showed receipts of $275,561.27, disbursements of $44,084.57, and a balance of $1,078,467.32. The board discussed the draft 2025/26 budget and set the date for the annual meeting.
This document presents the draft budget for the Township of Kasson for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2025. It includes a comparative analysis of actual income and expenses from previous years along with year-to-date figures for the current fiscal year. Key revenue sources include taxes, state shared revenue, and licenses/permits.
The Cleveland Township Board convened its regular meeting on January 14, 2025, with all members present. The meeting commenced with the approval of the previous meeting’s minutes and the Treasurer’s report, showing a healthy financial position with a balance of $302,848.49. A public hearing was scheduled for February 5, 2025, to review a proposed retail business site plan.
The Leelanau Township Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting on January 14, 2025, at 5:30 PM, accessible via Zoom. The agenda includes key discussion points on housing collaboration with Northport, assessing contracts, and road assessments. The Board will vote on action items including committee reappointments and budget timelines.
