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.
The author opposes the proposed land swap involving Buster Dame Park, arguing it’s not in the Township’s best interest. They emphasize the park’s value as accessible open space and advocate for community input on its future usage. The author also suggests awaiting the Village’s plans for the 7th Street frontage before considering any land swap.
This document outlines the agenda for the Leelanau County Board of Commissioners meeting scheduled for March 11, 2025. Key topics include updates from the Administrator, action items for court appointments, 911 surcharge decisions, and discussions on a proposed Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) for the Traverse City-Garfield urban area, among others.
The Leelanau County Board of Commissioners held an Executive Board Session on March 11, 2025, led by Chairman Steve Yoder. Key topics included updates from departments, the appointment of Craig L. Wright as attorney magistrate, and discussions on the Point Broadband Project. The session concluded with closed discussions on union negotiations and approved claims.
This document outlines requests submitted to the Board of Commissioners for allocation permissions via Intent Letters for the spring 2025 cycle. It details five distinct projects, including monetary requests and intended uses of the funds, emphasizing the necessity for the Board’s permission to apply for financial support in accordance with Grants Management Policy 8.03.
The Leelanau County Family Court is seeking funding through the 2% Spring Cycle to support its summer activity program for youth. The total funding request will not exceed $18,000, which will cover costs for 11 new bikes, a bike trailer, helmets, and a bike mounting kit for safe storage, due to the current fleet’s deteriorating condition.
The Leelanau Township Board of Trustees met on March 11, 2025, to discuss housing readiness, short-term rentals, and fiscal planning for upcoming budgets. An informational meeting on housing is scheduled for April 9, 2025. Community feedback was acknowledged, indicating a commitment to further public discussions on these critical issues moving forward.
The Elmwood Township Board has received two proposals from APC Towers for wireless communication towers to address a coverage gap. One involves reconstructing the existing 80’ tower to 110’, while the other proposes a new 180’ monopole tower. The township faces zoning challenges, needing to consider amendments for either proposal to proceed.
The Charter Township of Elmwood held its regular board meeting on March 10, 2024, led by Supervisor Shaw. The agenda included the approval of Rita’s SenioRitas Pickleball schedule for 2025 and the submission of a Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund grant for the Cherry Bend Trail Connector project, reflecting the board’s commitment to community development.
