Regular meeting (Blight Ordinance Memo)

This document discusses the revision and potential adoption of a Blight Ordinance. It identifies strengths in the existing ordinance, including clear definitions of junk and provisions for enforcement without requiring citizen complaints. The proposal suggests a name change to ‘Blight & Nuisance’ to better encapsulate the ordinance’s provisions, especially regarding environmental protections.

Work Session (Packet)

The Empire Village Council Work Session on March 14, 2024, focused on several critical issues, including budget adjustments for the Planning Commission and proposed pay raises for village employees. The introduction of an ACH payment option for water utility bills aimed to improve service efficiency. Concerns about decision-making transparency were also raised, promoting calls for inclusivity.

Work Session (Minutes)

The Empire Village Council held a work session on March 14, 2024, at the Empire Township Hall. Agenda items included public comments, presentations on the WILCO Road Plan and South Bar Lake quality, and department head reports. The council reviewed communications, addressed matters related to the new village office property, and approved several motions.

March 14, 2024 Reular meeting minutes CV (Minutes)

The Northport Village Council met on March 14, 2024, to discuss various community issues, including a proposed Social District. Public comments emphasized the need for transparency and community input. Several resolutions were passed, including the establishment of a Social District and the adoption of the Leelanau County Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan, closing with a bill approval of $132,264.40.

Regular meeting (Minutes)

The Centerville Township Board meeting on March 13, 2024, addressed key issues, including financial updates from Treasurer Katrina Pleva, who reported the completion of tax collection. Clerk Elizabeth Chiles discussed increasing election worker pay and proposed upgrades to the current Zoom setup. New business included updates on ARPA funds and discussions on renewing the Fire millage.

Regular meeting (Minutes)

This document summarizes the Kasson Township Board meeting held on March 13, 2024. The meeting included routine items, financial reports, unfinished business like a cemetery workshop, and new business such as reappointments and service proposals. Capital projects discussed included the Maple City Improvement Project and Township Hall renovation, concluding with public comments and adjournment.

Regular meeting (Zoning Administrator Report)

This report summarizes the activities of the Kasson Township Zoning Administrator (ZA), Timothy A. Cypher, for February 2024. The ZA issued two Land Use Permits, including one for a ground-mount solar array. Additionally, the report highlights various inquiries received regarding special land use permits, lot consolidations, and zoning/site plan reviews.