Summary
The Northport Village Council met on August 21, 2025, with President Christopher McCann presiding. Trustee Harper was absent. The Council approved the agenda and prior meeting minutes, adopted four resolutions covering attainable housing, budget amendments, rules of procedure changes, and the appointment of a new Village Treasurer, and approved payment of bills totaling $158,533.96. Staff and liaison reports covered marina, DPW, planning, and NLTUA activities.
Public Comments
No public comments were offered during either the initial or final public comment periods of the meeting. No correspondence was included in the meeting packet.
Affordable Housing Initiatives
The Village Manager reported on progress with attainable housing ordinances and announced a housing workshop scheduled for August 26, 2025, at the school.
The Council adopted Resolution 2025-12, amending Ordinance 141 to include Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) in the definition of attainable housing property. Trustee Ager moved, supported by Trustee Cavendish, to adopt the resolution. Roll call vote: Yeas (6), Nays (0), Absent (1 – Harper). The resolution was declared adopted.
Parks and Recreation Matters
Trustee Dean thanked residents for donations to the Dog Parade, and President McCann thanked the DPW for their work supporting the event, calling it a success. Trustee Ruble praised the condition of the golf course and noted its positive impact on guest stays.
Infrastructure Projects
The DPW Report included an update on installation of water fountains, with a suggestion to wait until after Labor Day. A dog water fountain was discussed, with consensus to delay installation until spring. The DPW also reported on an ongoing water main leak repair and hydrant installation.
The Marina Report noted solid marina revenues and updated seasonal hours, now posted online.
Trustee Cavendish, as Infrastructure Liaison, recommended establishing recurring meetings between infrastructure/waterfront liaisons, the Village Manager, and department heads to coordinate ongoing projects.
President McCann reported that the NLTUA approved a biosolids hauling contract not to exceed $48,000 and modified the Deputy Treasurer’s contract to an hourly pay structure.
A $32,000 payment to Huntington Bank, included in the bills approved, was clarified as being for a marina bond.
Other Business
Trustee Cavendish, reporting for the Planning Commission, provided an update on Master Plan work, including development of a rubric for evaluating public properties and a review of minimum lot areas in the D1 district. A shoreline district zoning change will require a public hearing, and the Commission plans to bring the public property rubric back to Council for further review.
Trustee Cook, as Marina Liaison, shared community compliments on marina operations, including a lighthearted suggestion for a bear costume at the docks.
The Council adopted Resolution 2025-14, amending the Rules of Procedure to establish a consent agenda for routine items (such as approval of minutes and bills) and correcting the work session meeting time from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. It was clarified that any council member or member of the public could request removal of an item from the consent agenda for separate discussion. Trustee Ager moved, supported by Trustee Cavendish, to adopt the resolution as amended. Roll call vote: Yeas (6), Nays (0), Absent (1 – Harper). The resolution was declared adopted.
The Council adopted Resolution 2025-15, appointing Elizabeth Rula as Village Treasurer. Trustee Ager moved, supported by Trustee Cavendish; motion carried unanimously. Trustees Cook and Cavendish praised her professionalism and dedication.
Financial Summary
The Clerk’s Report provided a financial report of revenues and expenditures for the month of July.
The Council adopted Resolution 2025-13, amending the FY24-25 budget. Trustee Cavendish moved, supported by Trustee Ager; motion carried unanimously.
The Council approved payment of bills totaling $158,533.96, moved by Trustee Ager and supported by Trustee Dean; motion carried unanimously. This included a $32,000 payment to Huntington Bank for a marina bond.
The NLTUA approved a biosolids hauling contract not to exceed $48,000.
Action Items
- Village Manager to continue progress on attainable housing ordinances following the August 26, 2025 housing workshop.
- Planning Commission to bring the public property evaluation rubric back to Council for further review.
- A public hearing will be required for the shoreline district zoning change.
- DPW to install water fountains after Labor Day; dog water fountain installation delayed until spring.
- Infrastructure/waterfront liaisons, the Village Manager, and department heads to establish recurring coordination meetings, per Trustee Cavendish’s recommendation.