Summary
The Suttons Bay Village Planning Commission met on June 17, 2026, with Chairperson Hetler presiding. The commission approved the agenda and the May 20, 2026 minutes, voted to forward its 2025 Annual Report to the Village Council, and reviewed draft language on driveway standards in alleys, which will be further developed by Zoning Administrator Patmore and the DPW Director before returning to the commission.
Public Comments
No public comments or written communications were received during the public comment periods.
Infrastructure Projects
The commission discussed draft driveway standards for alleys. Members raised questions about why driveways must access alleys rather than major streets and why some alleys are paved while others are not; it was noted the paving question is a Village Council matter. The number of curb cuts/access points was flagged as an issue for the DPW to address. Zoning Administrator Patmore stated he would meet with the DPW Director and the Planner to develop additional recommendations before the item returns to the commission. Separately, under Village Council updates, it was reported that the Marina Ordinance has undergone a few changes, though no details or votes were given.
Other Business
The commission voted (Ayes: 6, No: 0) to forward the Planning Commission's 2025 Annual Report to the Village Council. Under "Good of the Order," the commission noted an email received from the Chamber regarding the placement of sandwich boards on Village sidewalks; it was clarified that such signs must be located adjacent to and perpendicular to buildings. No Zoning Board of Appeals report was given.
Action Items
- Zoning Administrator Patmore and the DPW Director to review and refine draft driveway standards language for alleys, with additional recommendations to follow.
- Driveway Standards report and Master Plan Priorities discussion scheduled for the next regular meeting, July 15, 2026.