The Leelanau County Board of Commissioners convened on April 16, 2024, at the Government Center in Suttons Bay, Michigan. The meeting commenced at 7:00 p.m. with all seven commissioners in attendance, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silence. The board reviewed and approved the minutes from previous sessions and accepted an amended agenda.
To enhance local control around Cherry Capital Airport, a proposal is presented to establish a Local Airspace Zoning Board. This initiative seeks to adopt a more adaptable ordinance that simplifies zoning applications through a “One Stop Shop” process, where an Airport Zoning Administrator would streamline approvals while ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
This document presents the proposed budget for Leelanau County’s indigent defense services for Fiscal Year 2025, with a total of $383,778.60, an increase from FY24’s $291,476.50. The rise in attorney compensation is due to a recalculation of case loads and adherence to the Michigan Indigent Defense Commission’s mandatory minimum hourly rate.
This document outlines the agenda and minutes of the Bingham Township Regular Board Meeting held on April 15, 2024. Key discussion points include a Blight Ordinance, the Assessor Committee Report, and a proposed contract with Todd Stone for a 5-Year Parks and Recreation Plan. The Board also approved vendor and payroll reports.
The Empire Village Council convened on April 11, 2024, at the Township Hall, with all members present. The agenda included a request from the ABCD Group and public comments on various items. The council discussed the Short Term Rental registration ordinance and voted to purchase the Field Trip building, approving the purchase agreement. The meeting adjourned at 9:42 p.m.
The Northport Village Council convened its regular meeting on April 11, 2024, discussing key issues such as the Homewood Subdivision, trash pickup budget, and the golf course management agreement renewal. Several motions were passed including an Anishinaabe monument placement and Rain Garden expansion. Council members also announced upcoming events, highlighting Northport’s 175th anniversary celebration.
The Centerville Township FY 2024-25 Cost Center Budget projects revenues of $659,157 against expenses of $635,697, yielding a net revenue of $23,460. Key revenue sources include property taxes and fire operating millage, while expenses focus on fire department administration, township board, and staff wages. The budget supports essential services and infrastructure improvements.
The Centerville Township Board convened on April 10, 2024, approving the agenda on amendments, credit card information, and CDs. Treasurer Katrina Pleva provided a financial update on CD rates. Chief Doornbos presented the Fire Department’s annual report, highlighting new equipment and grants. The board also discussed the Zoning Ordinance revision and election worker wage increases.
Key decisions included approving the agenda as amended, approving minutes, and the fire millage resolution. The meeting featured a presentation from Gosling Czubak regarding sidewalk assessments and streetscape mapping. Unfinished business encompassed cemetery marker purchases and mining legislation, while new business included fire millage approval and discussions about road projects and improvements for Maple City.
This report provides an overview of the land use permits issued by the Kasson Township Zoning Administrator for March 2024. A total of five permits were processed, encompassing home occupation changes and land divisions. Notably, permit fees collected totaled $1,375, contributing to the township’s operational revenue, indicating ongoing development within the township.
