Leelanau Township’s small airports serve crucial roles in emergencies and tourism, necessitating protective measures against development. Federal and local jurisdictions govern airspace and ground safety. The Woolsey Memorial Airport is integrated into the Transportation Plan, emphasizing the township’s priority of maintaining safety and operational integrity of these facilities.
The Leland Township Board held a budget meeting on March 25, 2025, discussing the Sewer Operating budget, user rate increases, and park maintenance costs. They decided to continue working with Shaub Outdoor Services for cemetery maintenance while considering bidding options in the future. The annual meeting on April 14, 2025, may feature the Community Recreational Plan.
The key highlights from the meeting include: Approval of the Consent Agenda, including meeting minutes and invoice payments, and an agreement with Abonmarche for preliminary engineering work on the A-Dock project. The meeting also covered amendments to the Employee Handbook and public comments on the Department of Public Works and suggestions for park sculptures.
The Village Council of Suttons Bay will hold a meeting on March 17, 2025, at 5:30 PM. The agenda includes approval of minutes, public comments, and discussions on A-Dock improvements and a cross-connection survey. Updates to the ESTA personnel policy will also be reviewed to ensure compliance with new legal standards by the March 21 deadline.
This Executive Summary outlines the key elements of the Leelanau Township Master Plan, designed to guide the community’s future. The plan addresses demographics, housing, natural features, coastal resiliency, and more. It identifies priorities and provides recommendations for policy updates, aimed at promoting efficient resource use, environmental quality, and informed zoning decisions.
The Northport Village Council convened on March 13, 2025, led by President Christopher McCann. Key actions included approving meeting minutes, addressing street lighting correspondence, and discussing a zoning variance. A significant portion focused on selecting a Village Manager, culminating in negotiations with Jered Ottenwess. The council also approved a variance for Northport Rainbow Properties, LLC.
The Kasson Township Board convened its regular meeting on March 12, 2025. Brian Withers, a local resident, raised concerns regarding the Road Commission garage in Maple City. Significant discussion revolved around unfinished business, including cemetery matters and road projects. The Fire Station design is progressing, and the board approved various quotes and agreements for services.
The regular meeting of the Cleveland Township Board on March 11, 2025, was called to order by Supervisor Tim Stein at 7 pm. The meeting saw the approval of the February 11, 2025 minutes and the Treasurer’s Report for February 28, 2025, reflecting a balance of $669,667.47 after accounting for disbursements and revenue.
The Leelanau Township Board of Trustees will hold their regular meeting on Tuesday, March 11, 2025, at 5:30 P.M. The agenda includes reviewing and approving minutes, reports from various committees, and discussing topics such as budget amendments, housing, and a grant application for Parks and Rec. The board will also take actions on multiple policies.
The Leelanau Township Board of Trustees held regular meetings on January 14 and February 11, 2025. Public comments focused on Woosley Airport repairs and property taxation. The board discussed ongoing issues with BS&A software, township road assessments, and budget timeline. In February, discussions included recreational area security, salary increases, and property tax exemptions.
