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Suttons Bay Village

Event Date: 2024-12-03

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Executive Summary

The Village of Suttons Bay in Michigan is holding a special village council meeting on December 3, 2024 at 8:30 a.m. The main agenda items include a public hearing on the 2025 tax millage rate, consideration of the 2025 fiscal year budget and schedule of fees, and setting the 2025 meeting dates and times.

The village plans to levy the maximum allowable millage rate under state law to support the 2025 budget, which is estimated at 8.7647 mills. The proposed 2025 budget includes revenues of $3,366,540 and expenditures of $3,947,426 for various village operations and infrastructure improvements. The fee schedule outlines various permit, application, and service fees for the upcoming year.

Other agenda items include committee appointments and reports from staff and special committees. The village is also recognizing the long-term service of council member Will Case, who is retiring after 35 years of service to the community.

Internal document reference #:2980

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