Leelanau & Dyer Have Separated
July 29, 2026
The Leelanau County Board of Commissioners has entered into a “mutual separation agreement” with County Administrator Jim Dyer. The news was announced with a press release sent to local media late Wednesday afternoon, though no specific details about the agreement were disclosed. The official announcement follows The Ticker’s reporting this morning, which broke the news from Dyer’s side that he would not be returning to the county government center.
“The Board of Commissioners expresses its appreciation for Mr. Dyer's time and effort dedicated to county administration during his tenure,” the press release stated.
“To ensure seamless operations, the Board has appointed Lauren Cypher to serve as the Interim County Administrator. The county remains fully operational, and all public services will continue without disruption. The Board of Commissioners remains committed to financial accountability, operational compliance, and maintaining a stable, transparent work environment for county staff and residents.”
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