Minutes (Committee Meetings)

Suttons Bay Village

Event Date: 2025-04-08

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**Executive Summary**

**Meeting Overview:** The General Services Committee of the Village of Suttons Bay convened on April 8, 2025, at 8:30 a.m. Key attendees included committee members Bahle, Perkins, and Lutke, along with staff members Larrea and Petroskey. The meeting addressed a range of village matters, including the DPW report and a public comment period which had none.

**Key Discussion: On-Street Parking on St. Marys Street:** The primary focus was VSB-2025-13, concerning drainage issues on St. Marys Street. Residents in the 400 block have raised concerns about drainage problems. The committee considered three potential solutions, acknowledging that the street’s water lines are slated for replacement within the next 3-5 years, necessitating a road rebuild. The committee discussed a berm to slow water flow, and staff was tasked with consulting engineers for a temporary solution.

**Status Updates and Committee Comments:** There were no updates from the Utilities Committee. Committee member Perkins expressed concerns about council policies and the Open Meetings Act, prompting a discussion on the importance of adherence to policies, procedures, and state laws. The meeting concluded at 8:55 am.

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