Residents Press Board for Answers After Finance Director Placed on Leave

Jan 20, 2026

Public commenters and several commissioners pressed the Leelanau County Board for a written timeline and justification after the county finance director was placed on administrative leave, warning of audit risk and calling for consistent standards in handling personnel matters.

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Leelanau County residents and elected officials pressed the county board for clear answers after the county finance director was placed on administrative leave, raising questions about who authorized the action and whether the response was proportional.

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