Summary
The Suttons Bay Township Board convened on February 11, 2026. Key outcomes included the acceptance of the recommendation to uphold a land division approval for the Southwell Property, salary adjustments for township officials, and discussions surrounding park management wages and grants for playground development. The meeting also highlighted public comments regarding affordable housing initiatives in the area.Public Comments
Susan Leithauser from Housing North addressed the Board about the development of 40 rental workforce housing units at the 980 and 926 Herman Road properties in Suttons Bay, in collaboration with Peninsula Housing and Larry Mawby.Affordable Housing Initiatives
The Board discussed the ongoing affordable housing initiative led by Susan Leithauser, focusing on plans for workforce housing units in the township.Parks and Recreation Matters
Discussions included a proposed wage increase for the Park Manager from $18,000 to $20,000, set to take effect on April 1, 2026. Further, the Board reviewed grant applications for playground development, including submissions to DNR and Olson Foundation. The decision regarding hiring a certified engineer for Herman Park Playground was postponed pending the project agreement.Infrastructure Projects
The discussion did not cover any specific infrastructure projects such as water, sewer, or other relevant expansions.Other Business
The minutes of the January 14, 2026 meeting were approved, along with $29,708.90 in payment of January bills. Resolutions were passed to increase the annual salaries of township officials, effective April 1, 2026.Financial Summary
The Board approved the following resolutions regarding salary increases: - Township Supervisor: $21,221.50 plus pension - Township Clerk: $34,488.21 plus pension - Township Treasurer: $34,488.21 plus pension - Township Trustees: $3,090.00 plus pension eachTotal payments approved for January 2026 bills were $29,708.90.