The regular meeting of the Cleveland Township Board took place on July 9, 2024, and was called to order by Supervisor Tim Stein at 7:08 PM. Board members present included Jan Nowak, Todd Nowak, Tracy Olsen, Angie Diotte, and others from the public. The minutes from the previous meeting on June 11, 2024, were approved unanimously.
The Charter Township of Elmwood convened a Regular Board Meeting on July 8, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. Supervisor Jeff Shaw facilitated the meeting, highlighting the attendance of various board members. A public hearing on a Zoning Ordinance Amendment concerning alcohol regulations concluded without comments from the public, leading to further discussions on new initiatives.
The board deliberated several action items, including the approval of a Naloxone dispenser at the library, a temporary parking designation for NJ’s Grocery, and an RFP for Harbor restroom repairs. The proposed zoning amendment regarding residential character was discussed in detail and ultimately approved, signifying a commitment to adapt community planning standards.
During the Glen Arbor Township Board meeting on 7/16/2024, public comments initiated discussions on banning balloon releases and addressing drainage issues. The board appointed Dan Semple to the Glen Lake Community Library Board and approved the purchase of a mini-pumper truck for the fire department, alongside various updates from departments and ongoing projects.
The Leelanau Township Planning Commission will convene a regular meeting on June 27, 2024, at 7:00 PM located at 119 E. Nagonaba St, Northport, MI. This meeting aims to address a tentative agenda including a text amendment regarding farmstays, a public hearing, and a review of the Master Plan Draft #2, with opportunities for public comments.
The Leelanau Township Planning Commission met on June 27, 2024, to discuss various agenda items, including a text amendment for Farmstays in the Agricultural District. Following a brief disruption due to a “Zoom Bombing,” the meeting concluded with Commissioner Weber announcing his resignation effective August 1, 2024, and no further public comments were made.
The proposal outlines the replacement of two large Silver Maple trees removed at Wilce and Union due to road work. It recommends purchasing a Kousa Dogwood and a Paper/River Birch for $919.49, while suggesting 2-3 smaller flowering trees for additional replacements. The total budget for these plantings is capped at $1,900.
The Empire Village Council held its regular meeting on June 25, 2024, addressing key issues including the Short-Term Rental Committee and financial reports. The Council also discussed water loss, traffic signs, and the appointment of a Wastewater Study Update Committee. Additionally, new business included the purchase of office furniture and trees for community improvement.
Centerville Township Board extended a moratorium on site plan reviews until August 31, 2024. They also addressed unauthorized septage waste injection by Williams Pumping into Eitzen farm field, threatening fines. While the owners assert “right to farm” laws support their actions, the township is pursuing enforcement through legal channels, ensuring compliance with local ordinances.
Centerville Township has implemented a two-month extension of its moratorium on site plan reviews, lasting until August 31, 2024. This decision aims to allow more time for the analysis and preparation needed for amending the zoning ordinance, while exempting applications mandated by court orders from this temporary hold on site plan approvals.
