This document outlines the agenda for the Leelanau County Board of Commissioners meeting on September 10, 2024, including action items related to the Sheriff’s Office, Probate/Family Court, and Finance. The Board will also review a new Grant Management Policy, ensuring fiscal and administrative accountability, alongside various agreements and policy updates for the County.
The Leelanau County Board of Commissioners convened on September 10, 2024, under Chairman Ty Wessell. The agenda featured discussions on salary adjustments, staffing amendments, and financial implications of contracts. A motion was passed for an inmate housing agreement with Grand Traverse County. The meeting concluded with successful motions on administrative matters, set to resume with public hearings.
The Leland Township Board Meeting minutes from September 9, 2024 highlight key reports from various departments and crucial action items. These include the approval of a food truck for the Leelanau Maritime History Festival, a new tax rate, and road improvement recommendations, while a tree planting grant was denied due to absent planning.
The Leelanau Township Planning Commission has scheduled a special meeting on September 5, 2024, at 1:00 P.M. The meeting will be held at 119 E. Nagonaba St, Northport, MI, and will also be accessible to the public via Zoom. Agenda highlights include approving the meeting agenda, conflicts of interest, and discussion regarding the Leelanau Township Master Plan.
The Leelanau Township Master Plan 2nd Draft provides a comprehensive framework for the community’s future, emphasizing sustainability and citizen engagement. It covers demographics, housing challenges, natural resources, and economic development driven by tourism. The plan aims to enhance coastal resilience, improve community facilities, and balance land use, prioritizing public health and environmental quality.
The Leelanau Township Master Plan Update, initiated in 2022, aims to balance growth with the preservation of the township’s rural character and natural resources. It focuses on enhancing residents’ health and safety, supporting local businesses, and promoting diverse housing and employment opportunities while ensuring sustainable tourism and shoreline resiliency through community engagement and zoning regulations.
The Glen Arbor Township Planning Commission convened on September 5, 2024, with discussions on potential rezoning, tennis and pickleball courts, and parking issues. A review of the Master Plan was initiated while public comments raised concerns over commercial zoning and ordinance exemptions. The meeting concluded without further comments and was adjourned at 8:45 PM.
The regular board meeting commenced at 7:30 PM. Key highlights included a swearing-in for Anna Heiselman in the fire department and the discussion of operations reports revealing 79 calls in August. Significant financial approvals such as an $18,007.78 refund and the FY26 GLFD budget were also addressed before the meeting adjourned at 9:07 PM.
The Kasson Township Board convened a special meeting on August 28, 2024, to discuss the potential construction of a new fire station. Public comments raised concerns about impact on the four township agreement and fire protection costs. Ray Kendra presented initial design steps, emphasizing the need for a programming document. The board approved a contract with Environment Architects.
Cedar Area Fire & Rescue (CAFR) is expanding to address increased demand and extended response times, especially in western service areas. This assessment, focusing on population, housing, and traffic, aims to aid in developing a new station in Kasson Township. Recommendations include locating it near M-72 on a 5-acre parcel with utility access.
