06092026_BOC_Special Session

The Leelanau County Board of Commissioners held a special session on June 10, 2026. The meeting included a closed session to discuss legal matters related to county administration, followed by motions to appoint Lawrence Cipher as interim county administrator and to authorize the board chair to direct legal counsel and outside professionals to investigate complaints concerning county administration. Additionally, the board authorized the chair to issue a media statement on behalf of the commissioners and address common personnel practices. There was also discussion about a $30,000 township project to improve street conditions to support local businesses and tourism, as well as concerns about property tax exemptions on nonprofit land and ongoing infrastructure issues. The meeting concluded with plans to continue reviewing ethics committee documents and personnel policies. No specific contract awards, RFPs, or vendor selections were detailed in the transcript.