Regular meeting (Packet)

The Suttons Bay Township Board is scheduled to hold a regular meeting on October 9, 2024, at 6:00 PM. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as the call to order, pledge of allegiance, and approval of the agenda. Public comment periods are designated for discussions on items not listed on the agenda, with a three-minute limit per speaker. The meeting will also cover reports from various township departments, including Planning & Zoning, Parks & Recreation, and the Fire Authority. The board will review and approve the minutes from the previous meeting on September 11, 2024, and consider payment of bills. Under new business, the board will discuss a proposed ordinance to amend the zoning text in the Waste Management Zoning District to allow for clustered condominium units on smaller lots. This amendment aims to facilitate the development of individual storage and business units, addressing a local need for such facilities.

The Zoning Administrator’s report for September 2024 highlights the issuance of six land use permits, with a year-to-date total of 32 permits. The report also notes ongoing revisions to existing permits and a land division application under review. The zoning board of appeals has not seen any activity, while 60 short-term rental permits have been issued for 2024, with the renewal process for 2025 starting on October 1. Other activities include inquiries and meetings with property owners about potential land uses, and the review of the Zoning Ordinance Overhaul. Additionally, a special land use permit application for a communications tower is mentioned.

The Parks and Recreation report from October 2, 2024, details activities and maintenance across several township parks. At Herman Park, the dog park water station button assembly was replaced under warranty, and ongoing maintenance includes weed control and regular checks on facilities like the pickleball/tennis courts and soccer fields. Vic Steimel Park and Ice Rink Park also received attention, with regular checks on port-o-jons, landscaping, and other miscellaneous tasks. The report concludes with an inventory of benches and tables across the parks, indicating the facilities available for public use.

https://www.leelanau.gov/downloads/20171027_pdf_version.pdf