3/26/2025 - Suttons Bay Township | Special Meeting and Budget Hearing Minutes

Summary

The Suttons Bay Township Board meeting on March 26, 2025, resulted in several key decisions including approval of the upcoming fiscal budget, several grants for playground projects, and the scheduling of future meetings. Notably, there were no public comments made during the session.

Public Comments

There were no public comments during the meeting.

Parks and Recreation Matters

The board discussed the financial commitment required for three different Playground Grants offered by MIDNR. The new fiscal year Playground Grant budget was set at $37,500, and several motions concerning the grants were passed: 1. A motion to increase the 2025-2026 funding from $604,240 to $641,740 for playground grants was approved (all ayes). 2. The board approved resolutions committing the township to the following funding requirements: - Resolution #7: $45,000 for the Recreation Grant program. - Resolution #8: $75,000 for the Natural Resources Trust Fund Grant Program. 3. A motion to approve Resolution #9 was rescinded due to the required financial commitment.

Infrastructure Projects

There was no specific discussion regarding infrastructure projects such as marina development or water/sewer systems during this meeting.

Other Business

- Meeting minutes from previous sessions (February 12, 2025, and March 5, 2025) were approved. - The board voted to pay March 2025 bills amounting to $61,302.93. - A motion was made to approve GFL Spring Clean-Up for May 17, 2025. - The board agreed to allow postcard mailings from the Planning Commission to promote the Master Plan Community Survey.

Financial Summary

- March 2025 bills: $61,302.93. - Proposed budget for the 2025/2026 fiscal year was approved. - Playground grant matching funds were significantly increased, impacting the overall budget allocation.

Action Items

- Prepare and post public notifications for the new meeting date on April 9, 2025, at 5:00 PM. - Follow up on the Board of Reviews recommendations concerning Glen and Patricia Barnes' property, pending legal communication.