Summary
The Suttons Bay Village Utility/Marina Committee met on November 4, 2024, with members Lutke and Smith present (Yoder absent). The committee reviewed the WWTP report, recommended approval of a proposed 2025 fee schedule that includes a Marina rate increase, and recommended approval of proposed 2024 budget amendments and the 2025 Utility and Marina budget.
Infrastructure Projects
Staff presented the WWTP (Wastewater Treatment Plant) report, submitted by Huggard of Jacobs, included in the meeting packet. Staff also discussed the proposed Marina and Sewer/Water utility budgets for 2025, including PFAS testing and proposed increases to water rates. No formal vote count was recorded; the committee recommended approval of these budget items as presented.
Financial Summary
- Staff presented a proposed 2025 fee schedule including a Marina rate increase, recommended by the Harbor Master. The committee recommended approval of this fee schedule.
- Staff discussed proposed 2024 budget amendments and the 2025 Utility and Marina budget, including highlights related to PFAS testing and increasing water rates. The committee recommended approval of the 2024 Amendments and the 2025 Budget as presented.
Other Business
No additional committee member comments were recorded. The meeting adjourned at 9:24 a.m.
Action Items
- Finalize and forward the recommended 2025 fee schedule (including Marina rate increase) for further approval.
- Finalize and forward the recommended 2024 budget amendments and 2025 Utility and Marina budget for further approval.
- Continue monitoring PFAS testing results as part of ongoing water utility management.