04142026_BOC_Executive Session

The Leelanau County Board of Commissioners held an executive session on April 14, 2026, covering a wide range of topics including employee recognition policies, health insurance updates, building safety, road commission funding and projects, animal control contract extensions, grant applications, vehicle use policies, and dam inspection and restoration plans. Key procurement-related discussions included approval to submit a grant application to MMRMA for a backup storage firewall project, issuance of an RFP for resurfacing and converting tennis courts at Miles Kimmerly Park, acceptance of an engineering proposal for a wastewater systems study, and a motion to apply for dam restoration grants with an estimated engineering cost between $145,000 and $220,000. The board also discussed updating employee health insurance contribution rates, vehicle use policies to aid recruitment, and the need for consistent employee recognition policies. Additionally, the board addressed the drain commissioner's role and salary, and the ongoing audit process. Motions related to procurement and budget allocations were passed unanimously or with majority support, including extending the Cherryland Humane Society contract and approving credit card limits for the finance director. The meeting also included public comments addressing election integrity and employee recognition concerns.