Regular Meeting (Zoning Administrator Report)

In November 2024, the Kasson Township Zoning Administrator issued 5 land use permits, including projects like solar arrays and single-family dwellings, generating $425 in fees. Additional zoning activities encompassed 5 Zoning Board of Appeals proceedings and various inquiries. The Administrator assisted residents through 37 phone calls and 32 emails, reflecting active community engagement.

Township Board: Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 5:30pm (Packet)

This document provides a breakdown of fire incident types with monthly and annual totals for 2024. The data is organized into incident type groups, including EMS, False Alarm, Series, Service Call, and HAZMAT. The annual total for all incident types in 2024 was 391, with September recording the highest number at 60 incidents.

Regular Meeting (Minutes)

Reports were provided by various Township entities, including Fire & Rescue, Planning/Zoning, Harbor, Sewer, and Parks & Rec. The Treasurer presented the financial report, which was subsequently approved. The Supervisor’s report detailed recent meetings and upcoming appointments. The Board addressed several action items, including a resolution related to the Sunset Shores project and appointments to committees.

December 5, 2024 Minutes (December 5, 2024 Minutes )

The Glen Arbor Township Planning Commission meeting was called to order by Chairman Lance Roman at 7:30 P.M. on December 5, 2024. All members were present except for Dave Burton. The draft minutes of the November Planning meeting were approved as presented. No correspondence was received. The Township Board completed phase 3 of the firehouse project.

BOC Executive Committee:11/25/2024 (Packet)

This document contains the agenda and supporting documents for the Leelanau County Board of Commissioners Executive Committee Meeting on January 13, 2015. Key highlights involve the Sheriff’s Office seeking approval for a grant application and a donation for the inmate art project. Additionally, the Register of Deeds presents a motion to approve multiple appointments.

Special Meeting (Minutes)

The Elmwood Charter Township Board held a Special Board Meeting on November 21, 2024, focusing on the 2025 budget. Preliminary figures indicated increases in state shared revenue and salary adjustments, including a 3% wage increase for staff. Discussions also covered staffing needs in the Fire Fund and provisions for a new ambulance using ARPA funds.

Regular Session (Packet)

The Leelanau County Board of Commissioners meeting on November 19th, 2024, will address the 2025 budget approval and various operational matters. A significant portion is dedicated to the budget public hearing, where the board will review reports and receive public comments. Action items include revising the L-4402 Apportionment Report and adopting 2025 Budget Rules.

Regular Session (Minutes)

The Leelanau County Board of Commissioners held its regular session on November 19, 2024. The Board approved a motion to scale back stipend payments for the County Clerk and Chief Deputy County Clerk, recognizing their support during a critical transition. Additionally, a public hearing on the FY2025 budget was held, leading to the approval of the appropriations act.

Township Board: Thursday, November 14, 2024, at 9:00am Special Meeting (Public Comment)

The proposed construction of a 200-foot cell phone tower in Northport, Leelanau Township, has elicited significant opposition from local residents. Paris Morse argues that the project violates the local Master Plan and Zoning Ordinances, while Anne Woods fears it could harm property values. Emily Robbins emphasizes the need for alternative solutions that preserve Northport’s natural beauty.