Regular meeting (Packet)

**Executive Summary**

**Meeting Overview:** The Suttons Bay Township Board held a regular meeting on February 12, 2025, combined with the Parks & Recreation meeting. The agenda included standard items like approvals and reports, along with key discussions on financial matters, personnel recognition, and the upcoming budget.

**Financial and Operational Matters:** The Board discussed a 2.5% salary increase for members, the 2025 audit with Tobin & Company, and potential budget workshop dates. The Parks & Recreation section focused on the 2025/2026 budget proposal, turf management quotes for Herman Park, the playground committee’s progress, contracts, and stipends. The Township’s Zoning Administrator provided a report with details on land use permits, land divisions, short-term rentals, and zoning inquiries.

**Planning and Development:** The Planning Commission presented its 2024 annual report, highlighting efforts on the Zoning Ordinance Overhaul Project (ZOO project) and the Master Plan update, as well as a zoning amendment. The Parks & Recreation Committee’s draft minutes detailed discussions on the 25/26 budget proposal, soccer field issues, the dog park, the playground committee, ice rink operations, and potential projects.

**Decisions and Actions:** The Board approved the meeting agenda and minutes, and passed several resolutions including establishing township official salaries. The board will collaborate with Netlink Business Solutions on internet issues. The By the Bay Garden Club received approval to install a Peace Pole at Herman Park. The Planning Commission is seeking sub-committee volunteers for the playground.