Residents of Leelanau Township strongly oppose the proposed 195-foot communications tower due to concerns about zoning violations, environmental degradation, and potential health impacts from emitted waves. They highlight a lack of transparency in the approval process and urge officials to reconsider the proposal to protect cherished views, natural resources, and community health.
The Centerville Township Board meeting on May 8, 2024, addressed key issues including financial matters and updates on the zoning ordinance review. Treasurer Katrina Pleva reported unresolved QuickBooks conversion issues, while the Planning Commission prepared for a public hearing on the zoning ordinance scheduled for June 3. Other discussions included a proposed boat ramp and road repairs.
The Kasson Township Board reviewed several ongoing projects during their meeting, including the ordering of corner markers for cemeteries, monitoring mining legislation, and assessing sidewalk bids. Additionally, they approved an easement request for Consumers Energy and directed the clerk to investigate water maintenance responsibilities while moving forward with a Fire Station design RFP.
In April 2024, Kasson Township issued 10 land use permits, raising the year-to-date total to 13. Noteworthy projects included a 1,820 sq ft Quonset-type building and a 2,400 sq ft accessory building. The Zoning Administrator handled numerous inquiries, emphasizing the township’s ongoing development and community engagement while effectively managing zoning regulations.
The Glen Arbor Township Planning Commission met on May 2, 2024, with discussions on vital agenda items. Notably, the repeal of certain ordinances and ongoing ordinance reviews were addressed. Zoning issues, including unauthorized electric car chargers, were also highlighted. Lastly, a suggestion to include the Cemetery in the Master Plan was proposed by Commission member Bob Hawley.
During the May 21, 2024 Glen Arbor Township Board meeting, key discussions included the adoption of Content Neutral Zoning Ordinance 5.0 and the future of tennis and pickleball courts. The board approved rebuilding tennis courts 3 & 4 for tennis only and deciding on courts 1 & 2 after gathering summer data, ensuring active community involvement.
The Glen Arbor Township Special Board Meeting held on May 28, 2024, focused on pending zoning litigation. Supervisor Tom Laureto led the meeting with full board attendance. After discussing a legal opinion with the Township Attorney in a closed session, the board authorized further actions. The meeting concluded at 2:53 p.m. without public comments.
The Leelanau Township Planning Commission will convene for a regular meeting on April 25, 2024, at 7:00 P.M. at the township office. The agenda includes a public comment segment allowing three minutes for community views, discussions on a text amendment for farmstays, and updates from the Township Board, ensuring robust public engagement.
The Leelanau Township Planning Commission is reviewing an application by Philip Hallstedt for a Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment to allow Farmstays in the Agricultural Zoning District. The amendment proposes a new section titled “Agritourism Farmstays,” which would define and regulate these as a permitted use-by-right, following a Site Plan Review by the Planning Commission.
This document is an application for a text amendment to the Leelanau Township Zoning Ordinance. The applicant, Phil Haltstedt, is requesting the planning commission to adopt new provisions to allow “farmstays” in the Agricultural District as a secondary business to primary agricultural production. The intent of the proposed amendment is to support economic sustainability.
