Planning Commission: Planning Commission Thursday, April 25, 2024 @ 7:00 pm (Public Correspondance)

Gene and Kathy Garthe express support for a zoning amendment allowing farm stays on agricultural land in Leelanau Township, advocating for owner presence and limiting temporary structures. They propose capping campsites at four per farm and a 150-foot setback from neighboring properties for safety. This underscores the need for responsible growth and community standards.

Planning Commission: Planning Commission Thursday, April 25, 2024 @ 7:00 pm (Farmstay Overview)

This document proposes a text amendment to allow farm stays on agricultural-zoned working farms in Leelanau County. It outlines challenges facing small family farms, such as declining demand and aging farm owners, and highlights the potential benefits of farmstays for supplementary income, supporting local farms, and engaging a younger demographic in the community.

Regular Meeting (Packet)

Concrete Details provided a $21,820 quote for 2,182 sq ft of sidewalk replacement, featuring 4″ thick 4,000 psi concrete. TD Masonry & Concrete quoted $19,477 with 4″ thick 3500 psi concrete and offered a $500 discount. A+ Concrete’s quote lacked specifics, making it less favorable compared to the more comprehensive offers from the other two companies.

Regular Meeting (Minutes)

The Empire Village Council held a regular meeting on April 23, 2024, where they approved the agenda and discussed financial reports. Notable items included a zoning ordinance amendment, various approvals for street maintenance, and deliberations on technology needs for shared village business, emphasizing the ongoing responsiveness to community and operational requirements.

Township Board: Thursday, April 18, 2024 at 3:00pm (AGENDA)

This document outlines the agenda for a special meeting of the Leelanau Township Board of Trustees, scheduled for April 18, 2024. The primary focus includes key decisions regarding a proposed resolution on a property easement, the purchase of two IV pumps, and updated fund balances, alongside public comment sessions for residents.

Township Board: Thursday, April 18, 2024 at 3:00pm (DRIVEWAY EASEMENT)

This document outlines an agreement for a driveway easement between The Township of Leelanau and Chris and Kent Holton. The purpose of the agreement is to grant Holton an easement across a portion of the Township’s land to provide access to their property from E. Second St. and E. Nagonaba St.

Regular meeting (Minutes)

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.

Regular meeting (Cherry Capital Airport Zoning, 4/16/2024)

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.