Summary
The Committee of the Whole for the Village of Suttons Bay met on September 9, 2025, to discuss various issues, including updates on boater services and public restroom projects. Significant decisions were made regarding potential designs and funding of the new structures, with various options presented and deliberated upon.Public Comments
No specific public comments were recorded in the provided document.Infrastructure Projects
The primary discussion centered around the Boater Service Building and Public Restroom update. Two options for the project were presented:-
Option #1: A structure of approximately 1,507 sf, costing an estimated $985,000, which is $579,000 after anticipated funding. This option allows for year-round operation of public restrooms, adding significant cost but potentially enhancing utility. Eliminating some structural features like the roof overhang could save costs, yet this option allows for more user stalls.
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Option #2: A more minimalist approach reducing the size to 1,417 sf and the cost to approximately $471,000. However, this option has trade-offs in functionality and aesthetics and includes fewer restrooms.
The council discussed the pros and cons of these options and the staff suggested planning for future needs even if it slightly increases the budget. Next steps involve gathering more feedback and moving towards final design and engineering, aiming for bids in the upcoming weeks with a targeted groundbreaking in the spring.