7/16/2025 - Suttons Bay Village | ePacket Overview

Summary

The meeting of the Village of Suttons Bay Planning Commission on July 16, 2025, focused mainly on ongoing Master Plan priorities with no new business presented. Members discussed reviewing the goals and action items for zoning ordinance amendments, emphasizing the need for zoning updates incorporating walkability and workforce housing in future developments. There were no public comments for this particular meeting.

Public comments

No public comments were received during the meeting.

Affordable housing initiatives

Discussions regarding affordable housing were centered around the incorporation of workforce housing into the zoning ordinance amendments as part of the Master Plan updates.

Parks and recreation matters

No specific discussions regarding parks and recreation were noted in this meeting.

Infrastructure projects

No infrastructure projects were discussed during the meeting, but a member inquired about green spaces, hinting at infrastructure improvements related to urban planning.

Other Business

The Planning Commission expressed the intention to schedule a joint meeting with the Village Council. Future discussions on Master Plan priorities and action items were scheduled for the next regular meeting.

Financial Summary

No financial data was discussed in the meeting.

Action Items

- Deb Smith to find references to the ADU section and the M-22 Guidebook. - Frank Smith to locate references on pedestrian pathways and buffering. - Steve Feringa to investigate environmental standards and stormwater management issues. - Gail Hetler to review waterfront views and sign amendments. - Richard Hylwa to look into gateway districts and natural resource considerations. - An updated list of Master Plan goals and action items to be provided by Sara. - Planning Commission to coordinate a joint meeting with the Village Council to discuss zoning amendments and updates.