The Leland Township Board is holding budget workshops on Thursday, February 15, 2024, to review the 2024-2025 budgets for various township operations. Topics include Sewer Operations and Improvement, Harbor Operations and Improvement/Dredge, and Parks and Recreation. The workshops will take place at the Leland Township office, located at 489 W Main St, Lake Leelanau.
Trash removal and public restroom costs have increased. The committee is requesting hiring a lifeguard for Nedow’s Bay, 7 days a week, starting June 6. Discussion around Ken Hagstrom’s wages and potentially outsourcing his duties. Proposal for year-round portajohns at Van’s Beach and Hancock. The Parks and Rec budget will need to be reworked based on the discussions.
The Solon Township Board convened for its regular meeting on February 15, 2024, at the Solon Township Hall in Cedar, MI. The meeting commenced at 7:00 PM with the Pledge of Allegiance led by Supervisor Jim Lautner. Board members present included Supervisor Lautner, Treasurer Joan Gauthier, Clerk Shirley Mikowski, and Trustee Steve Yoder.
The Leelanau County Board of Commissioners will convene an Executive Board Session on February 13, 2024, at 9:30 a.m. in Suttons Bay, Michigan. Key presentations will be made by Administrator Deborah Allen, discussing action items related to the Sheriff’s Office and Senior Services. Public comments are encouraged to ensure community engagement.
This document presents the budget report for the Township of Kasson for the period from April 2023 to January 2024. Total income of $247,997.50 indicates a budget deficit of $286,872.50 or 46.4% below the planned income. The situation suggests an urgent need for reassessment of income-generating activities and strategies to bridge the budgetary gap.
The Charter Township of Elmwood held its Regular Board Meeting on February 12, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. Supervisor Jeff Shaw called the meeting to order, leading the Pledge of Allegiance. The Board unanimously approved the Consent Calendar, which included various departmental reports and the Planning Commission Annual Report, with significant decisions made regarding short-term rentals and budget amendments.
The Leland Township Board convened on February 12, 2024, at the Leland Township Library. The agenda was approved, and the consent agenda passed despite a suggestion to approve events separately. Public comments addressed speed limits, zoning ordinances, and the Sewer Commission’s quorum issues. The Treasurer’s report indicated a healthy sewer fund balance.
The proposed Parks budget for 2024-2025 includes adjustments to employee wages, focusing on repairs and maintenance, alongside capital outlays for items like a merry-go-round fix and engineering for parking. Additionally, the General Fund features requests for elections, beautification projects, and a Wastewater Update Task Force, reflecting comprehensive needs across various departments.
This document summarizes the Leland Township General Fund Budget Workshop held on January 19, 2024. The meeting, attended by Susan Och, Shirley Garthe, Lisa Brookfield, Clint Mitchell, and Mariann Kirch, focused on a detailed line-by-line review of the budget and discussion of key financial considerations for the upcoming year. The workshop commenced at 10:30 AM.
The Leelanau Township Parks and Recreation Committee convened a meeting on January 17, 2023, to address various park-related matters. The core of the meeting revolved around park reports, including a five-year plan review and discussions surrounding ongoing projects and future planning for several parks, signifying a forward-looking approach to park management.
