Summary
The Suttons Bay Village General Services Committee met on April 8, 2025, and focused primarily on a drainage issue affecting the 400 block of St Marys Street. Committee members reviewed options and directed staff to consult engineers for a temporary fix while a permanent water line replacement is anticipated in the next 3-5 years. No public comments were made, and no other committees had updates to report.
Infrastructure Projects
The committee discussed drainage problems on St Marys Street (VSB-2025-13), which residents in the 400 block have complained about over the past year. Staff presented three possible fixes for the water issue. Staff noted that within the next 3-5 years, St Marys water lines will need to be replaced per state mandate, which will require rebuilding the road; a temporary fix now could prove costly long-term. The committee discussed reintroducing grass to create a berm to slow water flow. Staff was directed to contact engineers to develop a temporary short-term solution to address the drainage issue in the meantime.
Other Business
A written DPW report was presented but not discussed in detail. Lutke reported that the Utilities Committee did not meet, so there were no updates from that body. Committee member Perkins voiced frustration with council policies and the Open Meetings Act; other members responded by emphasizing the importance of following policies and procedures, noting that boards and commissions are required to follow state laws, including the Open Meetings Act.
Action Items
- Staff to reach out to engineers to develop a temporary short-term fix for the drainage issue on St Marys Street.
- St Marys water line replacement anticipated within 3-5 years per state mandate, which will require rebuilding the road.