HomeMy WebLinkAboutPLANNING MINUTES 1955-06-14 a!)
MINUTES OF A PUBLIC HEARING
OF THE CITY PLANNING COMMISSION
On June 14, 1955 the above meeting was held by the City Planning Commission
at the City Hall, 33001 Five Mile Road, Livonia, Michigan. Chairman Peter A.
Ventura called the Public Hearing to order at approximately 8:08 p.m.
Members present: William Robinson Daniel Lepo H. Paul Harsha
Edwin Conway Dallas F. Hay Peter A. Ventura
Robert L. Greene Rufino Salinas
Members absent: *Earle Steinhoff
The following were present together with approximately 25 people attending
the Public Hearing:
**Lieutenant Bob Perry - Fire Department
***Hugh Wood, Jr. - Chief Inspector
****Russell Ashmore - City Attorney
The secretary read petition by Leo E. Devers, Greenbrier Estates Improvement
Association requesting permission to erect entranceway and lighted street sign
for Greenbrier Estates Subdivision, No. 1 located within the right-of-way
reserved by the City for Mayfield and Fairfield Avenues, running parallel along
these streets and at right angles to Six Mile Road, just off the Six Mile
right-of-way. The secretary also read letters dated April 18, 1955 addressed
to W. R. Wary, Supt. of Public Works from Marie W. Clark, City Clerk; dated
May 5, 1955 addressed to W. R. McCary, Supt. of Public Works from Russell
Ashmore, City Attorney; dated May 23, 1955 addressed to City Council from
W. R. McCary, City Engineer and William G. Sharpe, Supt. of Public Works and
dated June 6, 1955 from Robert Campbell, Sergeant, Traffic Bureau, Livonia
Police Department. The petitioner or a representative was not present. .
Mr. Ventura asked commission members if anyone of them could point out section
in Zoning Ordinance, No. 60 where this commission has jurisdiction over this
item. The secretary announced that the City Attorney requested this hearing
be held under Section 4.16, Zoning Ordinance, No, 60.
Mr. Greene asked whether this is advertising sign or billboard. Mr. Robinson
stated it was not, in his opinion.
Mr. Ventura stated that it is important that this Commission set up a procedure
for this item, and that in his opinion Commission does not have jurisdiction.
Mr. Hay stated size of sign would have some bearing on it.
Mr. Ventura stated motion should state that inasmuch as Commission can find
no authority for holding a hearing on this matter Commission would recommend
that if the proper governmental Body wishes that sign be erected this Commission
has no objection.
No one was present opposed to petition.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Hay and seconded by Mr. Lepo, it was
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#6-191-55 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held
The City Planning Commission does hereby recommend to the
City Council that the petition by Leo Devers, Greenbrier
Estates Improvement Association requesting permission to
erect entranceway and lighted street sign for Greenbrier
Estates Subdivision, No. 1 located within the tight-of-way
reserved by the City for Mayfield and Fairfield Avenues,
running parallel along these streets and at right angles to
Six Mile Road, just off the Six Mile right-of-way be granted
subject to recommendation of Department of Public Works dated
May 23, 1955 and Police Department dated June 6, 1955.
A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted innthe following:
AYES: Robinson, Conway, Lepo, Hay, Harsha and Ventura
NAYS: None
NOT VOTING: Greene and Salinas
The secretary read petition dated May 20, 1955 from John K. Semizian, John's
Fine Tailoring & Cleaning Company requesting permission to open a synthetic-
dry cleaning plant on Outlote B4b and B5, Greenette Subdivision at 29175
Plymouth Road located on the South side of Plymouth Road approximately 600
feet East of Middlebelt Road in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 36. The
secretary announced that Commission has on file letter dated June 8, 1955 from
Calvin Roberts, Chief Livonia Fire Department which a copy was sent to each
member. Mr. John Semizian was present.
Mr. Ventura referred to Section 11.02, Subsection "j", Zoning Ordinance, No.
60 and stated that it appears that the provision has been met and that the
signatures have been submitted to Commission.
Mr. Salinas asked if this is an existing building. Mr. Sbmizian stated
property is 45 x 214, the existing building is 30 x 50 and that he will add
addition which will make building 30 x 70. Stated he did not have plot plan
showing proposed addition and that existing building was a hardware store.
Stated he will be 150' from other existing buildings and there will be
ample off-street parking.
Mr. Salinas asked Mr. Wood whether Zoning Ordinance covers the establishment
of dry cleaning plants. Mr. Wood stated Building Code regulates dry cleaning
plants. Stated State Inspectors inspect boilers and the Building Department
Heating Inspector inspects furnace.
Mr. Semizian explained that synthetic dry cleaning plant can be established at
any: location in the City of Detroit because it is not flammable (Cleaning
fluids are not flammable) and that solvent dry cleaning plants are flammable
and that they use gas.
Mr. Greene asked whether Mr. Semizian is aware of the contents of the letter
from the Fire Department. The secretary stated he did not receive copy.
Mr. George J. Gannage, 29200 Elmira stated he represented people of block and
that he is Block Director of the Clements Circle Civic Association and that
they would like to study this with their insurance companies to determine
whether or not their premium will increase because of the nature of the pro-
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posed business. Stated if premium will increase, people are opposed'to petition.
The secretary read heading on petition signed by abutting property owners and
70% of property owners within 300'. Mr. Gannage stated heading covers large
area.
Mr. Ventura asked whether Mr. Gannage has been authorized by Civic lsaociation
to oppose petition and whether a resolution has been adopted by Civic
Association to that effect. Mr. Gannage stated as Block Director he has taken
it upon himself to appear.
Mr. Ventura asked how far from petitioner's property Mr. Gannage's home is
located. Mr. Gannage stated 30' or 40' . Mr. Semizian stated his property
is 213' deep and that his building would be at least 140' from Mr. Gannage's
property line and 200' from his home.
Mr. Gannage stated he was not objecting to cleaning plant but that they requested
' more time to see whether their insurance would be increased.
Mr. Semizian stated insurance rates would not be increased and that if they
are increased because of this dry cleaning plant, he would be happy to pay
difference in rate and would put this in writing if Commission so wished.
Mr. Salinas asked whether there is a gas station in this immediate area.
Mr. Gannage stated they also objected to gas station and that it was approved.
Mr. Ventura stated there are two gas stations located in this immediate area.
Mr. Ventura asked Lieutenant Perry whether a gas station would be more likely
to blow up than a dry cleaning plant and the affect on insurance rates.
Lieutenant Perry stated he could not answer question regarding insurance rates
and that blowing up would depend on the solvents used.
Mr. Harsha stated gas station located on Plymouth and Middlebelt Roads (Air
Port Service Station) has been there for years. Mr. Wood stated service
station is operating without a license as there are several violations.
Mr. Robinson stated whether or not Mr. Semizian would pay difference im
insurance rate would be between himself and Mr. Gannage.
Mr. Alec J. Nemeth, 29244 Elmira stated he objected to the petition being
solicitated during the day when most of the husbands were not at home. Stated
he did not feel most of the women knew what they were signing.
Mr. Semizian stated when he solicitated petition he told them what it was to
be and that most of them were happy to have anything other than grocery store.
Stated heading was on petition. Stated there is not waste materials which
would make back of store unsightly.
*Mr. Earle Steinhoff arrived at meeting at approximately 8:45 p.m.
Mr. Nemeth stated his wife was the only one who talked it over with her
husband before signing petitiin.
Mr. Frank Hodson, 29322 Elmira asked whether in Mr. Semizian's mind there would
be any nuisance as far as the immediate residents in the neighborhood are con—
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corned. Mr. Semizian stated it would be nice clean building with only four or
five employees. Stated they have best safety equipment on machines and that
everything is controlled by electricity.
Mr. Hodson asked if there is odor. Mr. Semizian stated there is none at all.
Mr. Ventura stated Lacy Cleaners at Middlebelt and Joy Roads is located next
to residents and that there is a doctor and a dentist in the same building.
Asked Mr. Wood whether Building Department has received complaints regarding
odors. Mr. Wood stated they had not to his knowledge.
Mr. Hodson stated he had not been approached regarding this item. Mr. Semizian
stated he approached property owners as listed within 300' .
Mr. Ventura asked whether any of the women who signed petition were present.
None of the women whose names appeared on the petition were present.
Mr. Robinson stated he would like to see petition tabled two weeks in order
to give adjoining property owners opportunity to investigate insurance rates.
Mr. Salinas stated that if Commission does this it will have to do it with
several petitions - example: Gas Stations.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Conway and seconded by Mr. Lepo, it was
#6-192-55 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held
the City Planning Commission does hereby grant petition by
John K. Semizian, John's Fine Tailoring & Cleaning Company
requesting permission to open a synthetic dry cleaning plant
on Outlots Bob and B5, Greenette Subdivision at 29175 Plymouth
Road located on the South side of Plymouth Road approximately
600 feet East of Middlebelt Road in the Northwest 1/4 of
Section 36 provided provisions of Fire Department are met, and
FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above hearing was sent to the
property owners within 500 feet, petitioner and City Departments
as listed in the Proof of Service and there is filed with this
Commission the written consent of owners of frontage of property
immediately abutting the premises involved and the written con-
sent of the owners of seventy per cent of the frontage of all
property within three hundred feet of such premises.
A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following: '
AYES: Conway, Greene, Lepo, Hay, Harsha, Ventura and Salinas
NAYS: Robinson
NOT VOTING: Steinhoff
The secretary read petition dated April 28, 1955 by Casimir C. Gawron, Cass
Construction Company requesting approval of preliminary plat of Gawron Sub-
division located on the East side of Hix Road between Ann Arbor Train and Ann
Arbor Road in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 31.
****Mr. Russell Ashmore arrived at meeting at approximately 8:55 p.m.
The secretary read letters dated April 1, 1955 by K. R. Dodge for A. T. Kunze
Sanitary Engineer, Board of County Road Commissioners; dated April 22, 1955
addressed to Mr. E. S. Michelson from Mr. Casimir C. Gawron; dated May 2, 1955
addressed to Cass Construction Oompany from V. R. Breidenbach, Lytle Con-
structibn Company; dated June 8, 1955 from Calvin Roberts, Chief Livonia Fire
Department and dated June 13, 1955 from Hugh J. Wood, Jr., Chief Iqspector.
Mr. Casimir C. Gawron was present.
Mr. Marsha, Chairman Plat Committee stated all lots should be, without any
exception, 60' frontage, 120' deep and 7200 square feet. Stated layout of
subdivision is pleasing and outlot is already zoned R-1.
Mr. Steinhoff, Member of the Plat Committee stated lots backing up to Ann
Arbor Road should be deeper to allow for greenbelt.
Mr. Ventura stated outlot is bad situation. Asked what Mr. Gawron intended
to do with outlot.
Mr. Gawron stated he has tried to follow pattern of area. Stated point of
outlot is busy section and it would be difficult to build home. Stated
directly across street there is a gas station. Stated in the future, outlot
could be rezoned for business and store established.
Mr. Robinson suggested that outlot be rezoned first.
Mr. Gawron stated he intended build home with attached garage on lots
that back up to Ann Arbor Road.
Mr. Robinson stated developer of Ann Arbor Trail Subdivision had to provide
greenbelt and lots were deeper. Stated this subdivision should be consistent.
Suggested first lot be same depth as those in Ann Arbor Trail Subdivision.
Mr. Gawron submitted revised subdivision plat for commission's inspection.
No one was present opposed to proposed subdivision.
Lieutenant Bob Perry stated preliminary plat should show water mains, gates
and fire hydrants and that the numbering on Butwell should be settled.
Mr. Salinas stated there should be easement shown on lots backing up to Ann
Arbor Trail.
Mr. Marsha stated Mr. Gawron came to him several weeks ago and that at that
time he (Mr. Harsha) told him that lots had to have 60' frontage and 7200
square feet. Stated submitted plat does not follow this regulation.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Hershel seconded by Mr. Conway and unanimously
carried, it was
#6-193-55 RESCUED that, preliminary plat of Gawron Subdivision located on
the East side of Hix Road between Ann Arbor Trail and Ann Arbor
Road in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 31 be tabled until such time
as all provisions of the Zoning Ordinance, No. 60 and Subdivision
Rules and Regulations have been met.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
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The secretary read Petition No. Z-105 by Gilbert J. and Laura E. Straub asking r�
that the zoning classification of Parcels J2 and K1 located on the East side
of Levan Road approximately 1,700 feet North of Schoolcraft Road and which
common address is 14360 Levan Road in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 20 be
changed from AGB to RUFA. The secretary read letters dated April 28, 1955
addressed to Russell Ashmore, City Attorney from Gilbert J. Straub; dated
March 10, 1955 addressed to Mr. Frank J. Doud from Dr. Cole S. Brembeck
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Livonia Public Schools; dated April 2, 1955 addressed to Mr. Frank Doud from
Herald F. Hamill. Messrs. Frank Doud and Gilbert Straub were present.
***Mr. Hugh J. Wood, Jr. left meeting at approximately 9:20 p.m.
Mr. Ventura asked the amount of land involved. Mr. Doud stated approximately
15 acres. Mr. Doud submitted preliminary plat for commission's inspection.
Mr. Ventura asked nature of soil. Mr. Doud stated he had percolation test
made by Al Gannon, Wayne County Board of Health in February.
The secretary read letters dated April 14, 1955 addressed to Mr. Frank Doud
from Mr. I. Jack Adelson, Sanitarian, Division of Engineering, Wayne County
Department of Health and dated March 6, 1955 addressed to Mr. Frank Doud
from Melvin E. Orchard, Sanitary Engineer (man who made percolation test).
Mr. Doud stated he had easement right to get through to the Patter Drain.
Stated he did not intend to dump into drain field.
No one was present opposed to petition.
Mr. Ventura stated he would recommend petition be tabled until commission has
had opportunity to familiarize themselves with content of letters as filed and
tb make personal investigation of site.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Steinhoff and seconded by Mr. Greene, it was
#6-194-55 RESOLVED that, Petition No. Z-105 by Gilbert J. and Laura E.
Straub asking that the zoning classification of Parcels J2
and K1 located on the East side of Levan Road approximately
1,700 feet North of Schoolcraft Road and which commom address
is 14360 Levan Road in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 20 be
changed from AGB to RUFA.be tabled until July 19, 1955 in
order to give commission opportunity for further study.
A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the followings
AYES: Greene, Steinhoff, Ventura, Salinas and Conway
NAYS: Robinson, Lepo, Hay and Harsha
The secretary read Petition No. VT-11 by Albert Necker asking that easement
No. 3 across Lots 166 to 169 and Lots 254 to 264, Sunningdale Park Subdivision
located between Floral Blvd. and Deering Avenue and between Curtis and Pickford
Avenues in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 12 be vacated. The secretary read
letters dated June 3, 1955 from Jack E. Menig, Special Agent Real Estate and
Rights of Way Department, The Detroit Edison Company and dated June 9, 1955
from W. R. MoCary, City Engineer. Mr. Necker was present.
lir. Ventura stated that this request is made in order to place easement where
it should be at the rear of lot lines.
Mt. Ashmore asked whether the provision of the City Engineer's letter has
been complied with. Stated he (Mr. Ashmore) has had several complaints about
the depth of the ditch. Stated no easement has been recorded and that the
new easement must be recorded before this one is vacated. Asked when
lir. Necker proposes to have dirt removed from easement. Mr. Necker stated it
will be removed right away.
'It was established that the new easement has been dug but that Commission and
City Attorney did not wish to penalize lir. Necker.
Mr. Ashmore stated Commission cannot vacate easement until new one is
established.
Mr. Solomon Beaver, 15438 Oakfield, Det. submitted letter dated May 2, 1955
addressed to himself from Russell Ashmore, City Attorney. The secretary read
this letter.
Mr. Ashmore stated in his opinion dirt piles should be removed.
Mr. Glen Silvernail, 18190 Floral stated he did not object to petition.
Stated he did object to the water not running and that the only time it does
run is when it rains. •
Mr. Ventura asked Mr. Meeker whether he intended to correct this by removing
dirt and cleaning ditch so that water will run. Mr. Necker stated he did.
Mr. Solomon asked whether there would be time limit on correcting this.
Mr. Ventura suggested that this be done before petition is presented to the
City Council.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Lepo and seconded by Mr. Robinson, it was
#6-195-55 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Publio Hearing having been held
the City Planning Commission does hereby recommend to the
City Council that Petition No. V-11 as submitted by Mr. Albert
Necker be granted subject to recommendation dated June 9, 1955
by M. R. *Cary, City Engineer is carried out and verbal
recommendation of Russell Ashmore, City Attorney that proper
instrument be drawn and recorded, and
FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above hearing was published
in the official newspaper, The Livonian under date of
May 25, 1955 and notice of which hearing was sent to The
Detroit Edison Company, Chesapeake & Ohio Railway Company,
The Consumers Power Company, Michigan Bell Telephone Company,
City Departments, petitioner and abutting property owners as
listed in the Proof of Service.
A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following:
AYES: Robinson, Conway, Greene, Steinhoff, Lepo, Hay, Marsha
and Ventura
NAYS: None
MOT VOTING: Salinas
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The Chairman called a recess at approximately 9:50 p.m.
The Chairman called the Public Hearing to order at approximately 10:03 p.m.
with all present as named at beginning and during course of meeting.
The secretary read Petition No. Z-107 by J. R. Cunningham asking that the
zoning classification of Lots 8 and 9, Storm and Fowler's Country Crest Sub—
division located on the Southwest corner of Morlock Avenue and Middlebelt Road
in the Mbrtheast 1/4 of Section 2 be changed from RUFB to C-1. The secretary
read letter dated June 3, 1955 from Calvin Roberts, Chief Livonia Fire Depart—
ment. Messrs. J. R. Cunningham and Michael Berry, 3001 Cadillac Tower, pet.
were present.
Mr. Berry stated lots face Middlebelt Road and that North of the property it
is fairly well built up with commercial establishments and the property
South is a "twilight zone". Stated property is of no value for residential
purposes and that in order to protect interior lots they would establish a
greenbelt. Intend to use property for plumbing show room. Stated the size
of the lots are 65 x 172.5. Stated a welding shop is on opposite side of
street and that on the other side of Middlebelt Road two houses have been
for sale for 18 months.
Mr. Robinson stated he drove by site and that he would agree that it is not
proper place for residential.
Mr. Greene drew to commission's attention Mr. Munson's recommendation that if
these two lots are rezoned then it should include the entire block with the
westerly tier of lots being used for off—street parking. Mr. Greene asked
whether this would be feasible.
No one was present opposed to petition.
At the request of Mr. Hay, the secretary read Mr. Munson's recommendation
dated May 31, 1955 pertaining to this petition.
Mr. Hay asked whether Mr. Berry as a member of the Dearborn Township Zoning
Board, if he would go along with Mr. Munson's recommendation. Mr. Berry
stated he would not. Stated that he felt that the rights of individuals should
be protected and that it is not serving the interest of Livonia.
Mr. Hay stated that these people perhaps cannot afford the type of home that
would be more desirable. Stated they do not subscribe to The Livonian; there—
fore they would not be aware of this petition.
Mr. Berry stated Middlebelt Road is highly traveled.
Mr. Greene stated he would like to know haw many lots have homes on them.
Mr. Cunningham stated there are no homes North of Morlock and that South of
Morlock there are four on Middlebelt Road. Stated he did not know how many
homes were on the interior.
Mr. Berry stated some of the residential lots are maintaining commercial
use now.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Salinas and seconded by Mr. Robinson, it was
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#6-196-55 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held
on Petition No. Z-107 as submitted by J. R. Cunningham for a
change of zoning in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 2 from RUMP
to C-1 the City Planning Commission does hereby recommend to
the City Council that Petition No. Z-1O7 be granted subject
to greenbelt where the property abutts residential property
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FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above hearing was published
in the official newspaper, The Livonian under date of
May 25, 1955 and notice of which hearing was seat to The
Detroit Edison Company, Chesapeake & Ohio Railway Company,
Michigan Bell Telephone Company, The Consumers Power Company
City Departments and petitioner as listed in the Proof of
Service.
A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following:
AYES: Robinson, Conway, Greene, Ventura and Salinas
NAYS: Steinhoff, Lepo, Hay and Harsha
The secretary read letter dated June 7, 1955 from David Lewis, Durable Homes,
Inc. requesting approval of final plat Livonia Estates Subdivision, No. 3
located approximately 250 feet North of Joy Road having an approximate frontage
of 1,300 feet om the West side of Harrison Road in the Southwest 1/4 of
Section 36. The secretary read letters dated January 3, 1955 addressed to
Mr. David Lewis from Marie W. Clark, City Clerk and dated June 7, 1955 from
Marie W. Clark, City Clerk. Messrs. David Lewis and George Roth were present.
Mr. Lewis stated canvas back plat conforms with original plat which was
given approval by this commission July 13, 1954.
No one was present opposed to the approval of the final plat of this sub-
division.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Salinas, seconded by Mr. Conway and
unanimously carried, it was
06-197-55 RESOLVED that, final plat of Livonia Estates Subdivision, No. 3
located in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 36 be given final
approval, and
FURTHER RESOLVED, inasmuch as it appears on the records that
tentative approval of the said proposed plat was given by the
City.Planning Commission July 13, 1954; and it further appear-
ing that said proposed plat together with the plans and
specifications for improvements therein have been approved by
the Department of Public Works under date of December 22, 1954;
and it further appearing that a bond in the amount of $181,950
to cover the installation of improvements has been filed in the,
office of the City Clerk under date of June 6, 1955; such bond
having been approved by Russell Ashmore, City Attorney on
June 6, 1955 it would therefore appear that all the conditions
necessary to the release of building permits have been met and
the Building Department is hereby so notified.
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I The secretary read letter dated June 9, 1955 from Loel R. Hellman, Salem
Sales Company regarding revised Salem Farms Subdivision, NO. 1 located approxi-
mately 655 feet East of Gill Road with a frontage on the North side of Seven
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i Mile Road of approximately 655 feet in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 4. The
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i Department of Health dated June 1, 1955. Mr. Loel Heilman was present.
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, lir. Ventura stated that developer is planning on connecting to same storm
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gated this drain ditch and it is quite large.
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i tentative approval to revised preliminary plat of the
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1 Salem Farms Subdivision, No. 1 located approximately 655
, feet East of Gill Road with a frontage on the North side
of Seven Mile Road of approximately 655 feet in the South-
east 1/4 of Section 4.
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, A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following:
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, Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Robinson and seconded by Mr. Lepo, it was
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#6-199-55 RESOLVED that, statement dated June 1, 1955 from Mr. Albe
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Munson in the amount of $128.72 be forwarded to the proper
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department for payment.
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AYES: Robinson, Conway, Greene, Steinhoff, Lepo, Hay, Harsha
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1 The secretary read letter dated May 17, 1955 from Russell C. Ashmore, City
1 Attorney regarding petition on commission's own motion to rezone Lots 726
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1 and 727, Supervisor's Livonia Plat, No. 11 from RUM to R-1-B.
' Mi.. Ashmore suggested that to avoid criticism it would be best to leave the two
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1 Petitions No. Z-95 and No. Z-97 specifically stated that these two lots are not
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rezoning of Lots 726 and 727, Supervisor's Livonia Plat, No. 11.
Mr. Ventura suggested letter be placed on file.
Mr. Robinson made the following resolution which he withdrew after further
consideration:
RESOLVED that, letter dated May 17, 1955 from Russell Ashmore
City Attorney regarding petition on Commission's own motion to
rezone Lots 726 and 727, Supervisor's Livonia Plat, No. 11 from
RUFB? to R-1 B be placed on file.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Salinas, seconded by Mr. Hay and unanimously
carried, it was
#6-200-55 RESOLVED that, City Planning Commission withdraw resolution
No. 4-122-55 adopted April 12, 1955 on its own motion to
rezone Lots 726 and 727, Supervisor's Livonia Plat, No. 11
from RUFB to R-1-B pursuant to letter dated May 17, 1955
from Russell Ashmore, City Attorney.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
The Chairman read letter dated June 2, 1955 from T. Ledyard Blakeman,
Executive Director, Detroit Metropolitan Area Regional Planning Commission
regarding Catalog.
The Chairman appointed Messrs. Greene, Harsha and Lepo to attend City Council
meetings June 15 to July 15, 1955.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Salinas, seconded by Mr. Robinson and
unanimously carried, it was
#6-201-55 RESOLVED that, date of June 28, 1955 be set for Regular
Meeting of City Planning Commission.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Salinas, seconded by Mr. Robinson and
unanimously carried, it was
#6-202-55 RESOLVED that, date of July 12, 1955 be set for Public Hearing
of the City Planning Commission.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Robinson and seconded by Mr. Steinhoff, it was
#6-203-55 RESOLVED that, City Planning Commission does hereby approve
payment of balance of Albe Munson contract dated November 26,
1954 under Purchase Order No. 3084 and Requisition No. 1477 in
the amount of $120.00.
IL: A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following:
AYES: Robinson, Conway, Greene, Steinhoff, Lepo, Hay, Harsha
Ventura and Salinas
NAYS: None
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' There was a lengthy discussion regarding election of new commission officers
at which it was concluded that commission should wait temporarily in order to
give City Council opportunity to settle appointments. It was established
under Section 285, Public Acts of Michigan, 1931, as amended that commissioners
should serve until his successor takes office.
On a motion duly made by Mr. Hershel seconded by Mr. Robinson and unanimously
carried, this public hearing of the City Planning Commission was duly adjourned
1 at 10:55 p.m., June 14, 1955.
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