Annual Meeting/Budget Hearing:3/23/2024 (Minutes)

The annual meeting of Cleveland Township on March 23, 2024, focused on significant topics including a Short-Term Rental Ordinance and infrastructure updates. The proposed ordinance aims to regulate rentals with a permit ratio of 3% and an annual fee of $350. Concerns were raised about its impact on neighborhoods and summer reservations during public comments.

Annual Meeting (Minutes)

The Empire Township Board convened its annual meeting on March 23, 2024, at the Township Hall, with Supervisor Noonan presiding. Key reports were presented by Glen Lake Fire Chief Bryan Ferguson and librarian David Diller, highlighting achievements in training, visitor statistics, and connections with local schools. A motion to increase the clerk’s salary to $42,000/year was passed.

Special Session (Minutes)

The Leelanau County Board of Commissioners held a special session on March 19, 2024, to discuss the appointment of an interim administrator/CFO. Chairman Ty Wessell called the meeting to order at 4:00 p.m. The discussion focused on the candidate search led by MLI Consultant Chet Janik, with several prospective candidates identified throughout the meeting.

Township Board: Monday, March 18, 2024 at 10:00am Special Meeting (MEETING PACKET)

The 2024-2025 budget for the township allocates $2.8 million, prioritizing Emergency Services at 59%. Salary and benefits comprise 89% of appropriations, reflecting a commitment to essential services. Key positions will see salary increases to enhance retention and recruitment. The elimination of Tax Administration Fees aims for tax savings, supporting residents amid financial challenges.

Township Board: Monday, March 18, 2024 at 10:00am Special Meeting (Resolutions 4,5,6,7 of 2024)

This document presents four resolutions passed by the Leelanau Township Board on March 18, 2024, to establish the salaries for various township officers. Resolution 04 sets the Treasurer’s salary at $49,240.00, effective April 1, 2024, with a vote of 5-0 in favor. Resolution 05 establishes the Supervisor’s salary at $37,051.00, also effective April 1, 2024.

Regular meeting (Packet)

The Bingham Township Regular Board Meeting on March 18, 2024, addressed key agenda items, including the approval of previous minutes, public comments, and committee reports. The meeting highlighted the Annual County Road Commission Report, scheduling a Clean-up Day on May 18, 2024, and appointing Dorothy Jean Coulter to the Suttons Bay-Bingham District Library Board.

Regular meeting (Minutes)

This document contains the minutes from the Bingham Township Board meeting held on March 18, 2024. The meeting covered a range of topics, including old business regarding a draft blight ordinance and concrete bids for park improvements, a presentation from the County Road Commission, and various new business items, including a clean-up day contract.

Work Session (Packet)

The Empire Village Council Work Session on March 14, 2024, focused on several critical issues, including budget adjustments for the Planning Commission and proposed pay raises for village employees. The introduction of an ACH payment option for water utility bills aimed to improve service efficiency. Concerns about decision-making transparency were also raised, promoting calls for inclusivity.

Work Session (Minutes)

The Empire Village Council held a work session on March 14, 2024, at the Empire Township Hall. Agenda items included public comments, presentations on the WILCO Road Plan and South Bar Lake quality, and department head reports. The council reviewed communications, addressed matters related to the new village office property, and approved several motions.

Regular meeting (AMENDED 2023-24 Budget)

The Centerville Township’s Amended Budget for 2023-24 projects revenues at $617,277, up from $614,332. Key income sources include property taxes and fire millages. Total expenses are estimated at $583,754, with major allocations for administrative costs and legal fees. The budget aims to ensure fiscal responsibility while addressing community needs and future growth.