November 14, 2024 Regular Council Meeting (Minutes)

The Northport Village Council held its regular meeting on November 14, 2024, with President Christopher McCann presiding. Key topics included the approval of meeting minutes and agenda, staff reports, committee updates, discussion items, and new business. The meeting addressed several resolutions, including implementing a village credit card program, modifying social district boundaries, establishing transient slip rates for 2025, and adjusting the budget for marina concrete work. Public comments touched on concerns regarding the speed limit on Rose Street and the need for pedestrian safety measures.

The Village Manager provided updates on ongoing projects such as Consumers Energy’s street light reconfiguration and a proposed condominium development, along with a budget report highlighting strong financial performance in the Marina and General Fund. The Infrastructure Committee reported on sidewalk prioritization efforts and communications related to sewer work. The Planning Commission discussed future land use and zoning amendments, with plans to engage property owners in the process. The Council discussed recognizing contributions to new playground equipment and considered a speed limit increase on Bay and Rose Streets, ultimately failing the motion.

The council addressed several resolutions, including one to implement a village credit card program and another to modify the social district’s boundaries, both of which were approved. The council also approved the transient slip rates for the 2025 season and an adjustment to the budget for marina concrete work.

The meeting concluded with public comments and council comments, including concerns about the village manager’s job search and expressions of gratitude for departing council members and the village manager’s contributions. Several council members reflected on the achievements and positive impact made during their tenure. The meeting was adjourned at 8:06 PM.