The Charter Township of Elmwood held its regular board meeting on January 13, 2024. The board approved the Poverty Exemption Resolution for 2025, the Capital Improvement Plan for 2025-2031, and authorized the purchase of a new ATV for the Fire Department. Discussions included the status of the Marina Committee and the renewal of the AT&T lease.
The Village of Empire Council is exploring capital improvement projects for 2025-2029, focusing on alleys, sidewalks, parks, and roads. Proposed enhancements include alley repairs near the library and Methodist church, new sidewalk installations along Union Street, a compact play system at Shalda Park, and major street upgrades, with estimated costs ranging significantly across projects.
The Solon Township Board held their regular meeting on January 9, 2025, discussing key topics such as the approval of the Master Plan for public review, ongoing projects, and budget amendments. Actions included a lease with the Cedar Chamber of Commerce and the agreement with Glen Lake School District for summer tax collection.
The document begins by addressing the acknowledged lack of cellular coverage in Leelanau Township, highlighting the necessity for improved service, especially for emergency services. It traces the history of the issue, emphasizing how the COVID-19 pandemic and a county-sponsored survey in September 2021 further revealed the importance of reliable telecommunications in the township.
In her correspondence, Mary Tonneberger expresses her support for the construction of the cell tower, emphasizing several key reasons. She articulates the primary concern for safety, particularly in enabling residents and visitors to access emergency services more efficiently. The letter mentions that this concern has been well-documented by Emergency Medical Services (EMS) staff.
The Leelanau County Board of Commissioners will hold its Organizational Session on Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. The meeting agenda includes the election of a Chairman and Vice-Chairman, approval of the 2025 Rules of Order and Procedure, and appointments to various boards and committees. Public comments will be welcomed.
The Glen Arbor Township Board convened its regular meeting on January 21, 2025, with all members present. The Treasurer’s Report highlighted the cash balances across various funds, with the General Fund at $940,844.28. Fire Chief Ferguson updated the board on grant applications, including a successful $5,000 DNR grant for firefighting PPE and pending applications for additional funding.
The document outlines the Village of Empire’s procedures for combining or recombining property, detailing required application information, including zoning district, proof of ownership, and legal descriptions. M22 Development LLC has applied to combine two adjacent lots in the Sunset Subdivision, as they do not meet minimum area requirements. The Zoning Administrator recommends approval.
The Solon Township Board held its regular meeting on December 5, 2024, at the Township Hall. Supervisor Chris Comeaux initiated the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance, followed by roll call, confirming all board members were present. The agenda was approved after adjustments, reflecting the board’s commitment to transparency and responsiveness to public concerns.
The Cleveland Township Board met on December 10, 2024, discussing updates on Little Traverse Lake’s speed limit and the acquisition of a new computer system. Treasurer Angie Diotte reported a balance of $222,729.95. Public comments highlighted concerns about zoning changes and short-term rental permits, while the meeting concluded with the approval of bills at 7:31 pm.
