The Leelanau Township Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting on Tuesday, November 12, 2024, at 5:30 PM EDT, accessible via Zoom. The agenda includes standard procedures, public comment, and discussions on Braman Hill, cell phone access, BS&A renewal, and a vote on L-4029, concluding with member reports and the announcement of the next meeting date.
During the general business section, the board approved the previous meeting’s minutes and accepted bills totaling approximately $6.26 million with no dissenting votes. Reports from various committees highlighted updates from Emergency Services and the Treasurer, noting a solid financial position with significant investments and budgeting guidelines. Emergency Services reported a manageable number of incidents, with two false alarms.
Timothy J. Lodge, P.E., a candidate for the Leelanau County Road Commission, presents his qualifications and over 39 years of civil engineering experience. He emphasizes his expertise in roads and bridges, his long-term residency in the county, and his commitment to local infrastructure, prioritizing projects based on public input amidst declining revenues.
The key points discussed in this meeting include delinquent sewer accounts, a resolution regarding the Sunset Shores Special Assessment District (SAD), the Sunset Shores project, and general township reports and comments. The board took actions to table several items related to the Sunset Shores project, pending further information and a special meeting.
Suttons Bay General Services Committee Meeting highlighted proposed 2025 budgets for road improvements, parks, and tree removal. The committee recommended approval of the amended 2024 and proposed 2025 budgets. Additionally, the Utilities Committee proposed an increase in marina fees and water fund rates, while resident Bill Perkins raised questions regarding the water fund.
The General Services Committee of the Village of Suttons Bay will convene on November 5, 2024, to address various matters, including the 2025 General Service Budget, Marina Fee Schedule, and Utility & Marina discussions. The agenda also includes status updates from other committees, public communications, and member comments, highlighting ongoing improvements across multiple parks and infrastructure.
The Utility/Marina Committee of the Village of Suttons Bay convened on November 4, 2024, at 420 N. Front Street. The agenda included the review of the WWTP report, discussion of the 2025 fee schedule, and the proposed 2025 Utility and Marina Budget. The committee unanimously recommended the approval of the proposed 2025 fee schedule.
The Utility/Marina Committee of Suttons Bay will meet on November 4, 2024, to discuss the 2025 Marina Fee Schedule and Utility Budgets. The agenda emphasizes community feedback and committee input. The WWTP report reveals compliance with NPDES Permits, while proposed fee adjustments include a 5.5% rise for seasonal slips and potential water rate increases.
Public comments primarily addressed concerns about the proposed zoning change’s potential impact on traffic, parking, and residential character. The meeting then progressed to business items, including a master plan review update and reviews of Zoning Ordinance v5.1 items, specifically key holing, accessory buildings, shipping container use, and accessory dwelling units (ADUs).
This document summarizes the minutes of the Glen Arbor Township Board meeting held on November 19, 2024. The board approved the minutes from the previous meeting and reviewed financial reports, including the Treasurer’s Report. Significant discussions included authorizing Chief Ferguson for Fire Station #1 remodeling and approving a Naloxone dispensing box at the Township Hall.
