HomeMy WebLinkAboutPLANNING MINUTES 1955-08-09 41
MINUTES OF A PUBLIC HEARING OF THE
CITY PLANNING COMMISSION
ILOn August 9, 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 8:04 p.m.
William R. Robinson precided as secretary pro tem.
Members present: Fred Lotz Karle Steinhoff H. Paul Harsha
Daniel Lepo Dallas F. Hay William Robinson
Peter A. Ventura
Members absent: Robert L. Greene
Robert Miller
Mr. George D. Haller, City Attorney and Lieutenant Bob Perry, Livonia Fire
Department were present together with approximately 15 people attending the
Public Hearing.
Mr. N. P. Rocheleau, Asst. Postmaster, Livonia Post Office was present to
explain to commission difference between Certified and Registered Mail.
Mr. Rocheleau stated June 6, 1955 by order of Postmaster General Summerfield
Certified Mail was put into effedt. The reason for this new service was to
separate mails of value (jewerly, stock certificates, etc.) and mails which
according to law must be registered but that can be duplicated without too
much cost. Stated Certified Mail is one-half the cost of Registered Mail.
Registered Mail has to be taken to Post Office whereas Certified Mail does not.
E No record is kept of Certified Mail until carrier gets letter in his mail
bag. Only one attempt is made to deliver Certified Mail whereas three attempts
are made with Registered Mail. Certified Mail has a return receipt the same
as Registered Mail. Stated he has never seen anything in Rule Book which says
Certified Mail replaces Registered Mail as stated in some Statutes. Certified
Mail cannot be used outside United States.
Mr. Howard Middlewood, Acting Chief Inspector arrived at meeting at approxi-
mately 8:16 p.m.
The secretary read petition dated June 28, 1955 from Edna Bierkamp, President
The Lt. L. J. Owens Auxiliary to Post 3941-V.F.W. of Livonia requesting
permission to establish a carnival on Lots 1727 through 1740 and 1800 through
1813, Rosedale Gardens Subdivision, No. 9 beginning September 9 and ending
September 18, 1955 located on the South side of Plymouth Road east of Shelden
Shopping Center in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 34. The secretary read letter
dated July 14, 1955 from Sergeant Robert Baumgartner, Police Department.
Mrs. Edna Bierkamp was present.
Mrs. Bierkamp stated they did not propose to have any trailers on the premises
during the carnival. Stated organization does not have many ways to raise
money for veteran hospitals. Stated organization did have a carnival two
years ago but not at this location.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Lotz, seconded by Mr. Steinhoff and
unanimously carried, it was
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#8-261-55 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held
the City Planning Commission does hereby grant the petition
by Edna Bierkamp, President, The Lt. L. J. Owens Auxiliary
to Post 3941 - V.F.W. of Livonia requesting permission to
establish a carnival on Lots 1727 through 1740 and 1800
through 1813, Rosedale Gardens Subdivision, No. 9 beginning
September 9 and ending September 18, 1955 located on the
South side of Plymouth Road east of Shelden Shopping Center
in the Northwest 1/ 4 of Section 34 subject to letter dated
July 1.4, 4.955 from Sergeant Robert Baumgartner, Livonia
Police Department, and
FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above hearing was sent to
property owners within 500 feet, petitioner and City
Departments as listed in the Proof of Service.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
The secretary read petition dated July 11, 1955 from Rev. J. F. Freeman,
Emmanuel Church of the Nazarene requesting permission to move into the City
of Livonia church building located on Santa Clara East of Lasher Road in
Redford Township and to remodel and add addition thereon on Lots 18b through
20a, Garden Farms Subdivision on the Southwest corner of Seven Mile Road and
Goff Avenue in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 12. Mr. Harold V. Raymond,
Attorney, 1476 Penobscot Building, Detroit and Rev. J. F. Freeman were present.
Mr. Raymond stated members of the church have engaged an architect to prepare
plans to improve building. Stated most of the congregation lives in livonia.
Rev. Freeman stated parking space is 114 x 135 in the rear of proposed church,
Submitted plans as prepared by architect for commission's inspection and stated
that the building will be brick veneer.
Mr. Lepo stated this is a very busy intersection.
Mr. Hailer asked seating capacity. Rev. Freeman stated 150 seats.
Mr. Haller asked when they intended to move church and informed Rev. Freeman
that Livonia has a water shortage situation and that if approval is given
commission should qualify its permission that it be in conformity with whatever
regulations there are in regard to water.
Mr. Raymond stated they are aware of the water situation in Livonia but that
with a church one does not have same situation as with private home.
Mr. Haller asked whether there would be any building in addition to the church.
Mr. Raymond stated there would not.
There was a brief discussion regarding whether or not this type of use would
require building permit. It was established that the procuring of permits
would be up to the petitioner.
Mr. Hay asked depth of property. Rev. Freeman stated property is 114' frontage
and 200' deep.
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Mr. hay stated there is a steep incline at this location and that it would be
a traffic hazard. Rev. Freeman stated entry will be on Goff and not Seven
Mile Road.
Mr. Ventura asked Mr. Middlewood whether there were any provisions in the
Building Code which would prohibit moving of used buildings into Livonia.
Mr. Middlewood stated there is not but the building must have inspection
on the site and Inspection Department would state at that time what had to
be done to bring building up to code. A permit would be issued for
foundation and completion of building.
Mr. Floyd Richardson, 27720 Seven Mile Road stated in his opinion he did not
believe they will have adequate parking space.
It was established that in a parking space of 114 x 135 there would be room
for approximately 50 cars.
Mr. Lepo stated a plot plan should be presented showing proposed building and
location of parking.
Mr. C. J. Perreault, 18605 Foch stated at the present time they are trying to
open Goff to accommodate two cars and that a church will add to the congestion.
Mr. Harsha stated there is not much room for set back and church building if
the parking space is 114 x 135.
Rev. Freeman stated building is 25 x 65.
Mr. Hay stated in his opinion he did not think a church should be placed at
this location because of the traffic hazard at this corner. Suggested
committee as a whole look at location.
Mr. Lepo agreed with Mr. Hay that corner is a traffic hazard.
Five People were present opposed to petition as presented.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Hay, seconded by Mr. Lepo and unanimously
carried, it was
#8-262-55 RESOLVED that, petition by Rev. J. F. Freeman, Emmanuel Church
of The Nazarene requesting permission to move into the City of
Livonia church building located on Santa Clara East of Lasher
Road in Redford Township and to remodel and add addition thereon
on Lots 18b through 20 a, Garden Farms Subdivision on the South-
west corner of Seven Mile Road and Goff Avenue in the Northeast
1/4 of Section 12 be tabled until August 16, 1955 in order to
give petitioner opportunity to present plot plan showing parking
area and in order to give Commission as a Whole opportunity to
more thoroughly study site.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
The secretary read petition dated June 4, 1955 by Louis Cossolotto, Louts
Landscaping requesting permission to establish an open-air sales on Lots 14
to 18, Seven Mile Super Highway Subdivision located on the Southeast corner
of Seven Mile Road and Myron Street in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 9. -
Mr. Cossolotto was present.
Mr. Cossolotto stated he sells shrubs, nursery stock, etc. Stated he has
sanitary facilities.
Mr. Lotz stated that Mr. Cossolotto operated his business for a short time
during which he kept a very nice place.
Mr. Cossolotto stated the building is 20 x 30 and that he has some work to be
done in the back.
Mr. Middlewood stated Mr. Cossolotto did close his business after he was
notified that he had to appear before Planning Commission for approval.
Stated building is satisfactory size for retail sales.
Mr. Cossolotto stated the property is fenced in except for parking lot.
Mr. Cornelius Koot, 15841 Strathmoor, Det. stated he owned Lots 292 and 379
Seven Mile Super Highway Subdivision and that he bought property from State
about ten years ago at which time Mr. Cossolottots property was zoned
residential. Wanted to build but with open-air sales property will not be
livable.
Mr. Lepo asked Mr. Cossolotto whether he intended to make improvements.
Mr. Cossolotto stated he did.
Mrs. Kenneth Owen, 33599 Seven Mile Road stated in her opinion petitioner was
doing nice, clean business and that she received many compliments on his
business.
Mr. Harsha stated, after examination of old zoning map, that Mr. Cossolottots
property was zoned RUFB in 1945.
Mr. Lotz stated he lives in this area and has been watching this piece of
property and that owner has been letting all sorts of business establishments
go ing there without finding out what property is zoned for.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Lotz, seconded by Mr. Steinhoff and unanimously
carried, it was
#8-263-55 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held
.he City Planning Commission does hereby grant the petition
of Louis Cossolotto, Louts Landscaping requesting permission
to establish an open-air sales on Lots 14 to 18, Seven Mile
Super Highway Subdivision located on the Southeast corner of
Seven Mile and Myron Street in the Northeast 1/4 of Section
9, and
FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above hearing was sent to
property owners within 500 feet, petitioner and City Depart-
ments as listed in the Proof of Service.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted
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approximately 9:22 p.m.
The Chairman called the meeting to order at approximately 9:35 p.m. with all
present as named at beginning and course of meeting.
The secretary announced that the next item on the agenda was Application TA3
by Norris A. Host, Woverine Contractors Inc. requesting permission to remove
topsoil from Parcel F4H located between Schoolcraft Road and C & 0 Railway
approximately 2,525 feet West of Stark Road in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 28.
The secretary read letters dated May 4, 1955 from W. R. McCary, Supt. of
Public Works and dated August 9, 1955 from Sergeant Robert Baumgartner,
Livonia Police Department. Mr. Norris A. Host was present.
Mr. Robinson, Chairman Topsoil Committee stated he visited site and that
weeds have grown high and that it was difficult to determine much. Stated in
his opinion less than 1/2 of the property is above grade and that he doubted
whether there is enough topsoil to fill in the part that is below grade.
Mr. Host stated from a cost wise point they cannot push back sand. Stated
they will bring low area to grade with mineral clay soil. Stated there is no
topsoil on parcel and that application should read removal of fill sand.
The secretary read Application TA3 dated April 25, 1955.
Mr. Steinhoff asked whether turf can be grown on mineral clay soil. Mr. Host
stated turf can be grown much better on mineral clay than on sand. Stated
mineral clay would be hauled from express-ways.
Mr. Ventura pointed out to commission that parcel located at Inkster and Six
Mile Roads is now under bond to correct poor condition and that nothing has
been done.
Mr. Hay stated in his opinion it does not seem reasonable to take what little
sand there is when there is low area to fill in.
Mr. Ventura informed Mr. Host that it has been commission's experience that
it does not have follow up on cases such as these.
No one was present opposed to petition as presented.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Steinhoff and seconded by Mr. Hay, it was
#8-264-55 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held
the City Planning Commission does hereby deny Application TA3
by Norris A. Host, Woverine Contractors, Inc. requesting
permission to remove fill sand from Parcel F4H located between
Schoolcraft Road and C & 0 Railway approximately 2,525 feet
West of Stark Road in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 28, and
FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above hearing was sent to
property owners within 500 feet, petitioner and City Depart-
ments as listed in the Proof of Service and recommendation
having been obtained from the Department of Public Works
under date of May 4, 1955 and from the Police Department
under date of August 9, 1955.
A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following:
AYES: Lotz, Lepo, Steinhoff, Hay and Robinson
NAYS: Harsha
NOT VOTING: Ventura
The secretary read petition dated June 9, 1955 from Ben F. Pollock, Pollockts
Landscape Company requesting permission to continue operation of an open-
air sales on Parcel F5bF7c located on the North side of Plymouth Road approxi-
mately 2,000 feet West of Merriman Road and known as 32100 Plymouth Road in
the Southeast 1/4 of Section 27. The secretary read notation on Notice of
Public Hearing signed by W. J. Clark, 11419 Ingram. Mr. William Ponder,
Attorney, 31707 Plymouth and Mr. Ben Pollock were present.
Mr. George D. rialler left meeting at approximately 9:53 p.m.
Mr. Ponder submitted to commission petition with five signatures of property
owners within 500 feet having no objection to Pollockts Landscape Company
and additional snap shots of premises.
The secretary read letter addressed to Mr. Ben Pollock from Clarence Hoffman,
Parks and Recreation Department dated March 27, 1953 as submitted by
Mr. Pollock. (Letter returned to Mr. Pollock)
Mr. Harsha stated this letter predates adoption of Zoning Ordinance.
Mr. George D. Haller returned to meeting at approximately 10:00 p.m.
Mr. Middlewood stated thatthis might have been confused with Landscaping
Ordinance which was adopted after Zoning Ordinance.
Mr. Harsha asked whether merchandise would be displayed within property line
and not on the right-of-way and whether there is sufficient off-street parking.
Mr. Ponder stated merchandise would be displayed as requested.
Mr. Ventura asked size of building. Mr. Pollock stated building is 12 x 18.
Mr. Ventura read portion of petition "...with most of the supplies being
housed within the building located thereon...." Stated he disagreed with
this statement. Mr. Pollock stated that is a misstatement and that there are
items outside building.
Mr. Lepo asked about off-street parking. Mr. Pollock stated there is never
more than one, two or three cars parked at the most and pointed out area
used for parking on snap shots presented. Stated Mr. Mahoney owns lots to
the West which are empty and which he is using for parking. Stated his
display is in line with that of the Livonia Furniture Store to the East.
Mr. Ventura stated merchandise is displayed too close to right-of-way.
Mr. Pollock again stated he would move merchandise back.
Mr. Ventura stated commission has requested plot plan showing off-street
parking.
Mr. Pollock stated property is 375 x 50 and that the drive-way is used for
parking. Mr. Steinhoff stated he would consider drive-way ingress and egress
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rather than actual parking area.
L. Mr. Ventura asked Mr. Haller whether this commission could require Mr. Pollock
to keep within property line. Mr. Haller stated he thought that is the rule.
Stated there is not a side walk but that right-of-way should be left clear.
Mr. Robinson stated he would like to see plot plan.
Mr. Ventura relinquished Chair to Vice-Chairman H. Paul Harsha at approximately
10:16 p.m. which Mr. Ventura resumed at approximately 10:17 p.m.
No one was present opposed to petition as presented.
Mr. Robinson made the following motion which died for lack of supports
RESOLVED that, petition by Ben F. Pollock, Pollock's Land-
scape Company requesting permission to continue operation
of an open-air sales on Parcel F6bF7c located on the North
side of Plymouth Road approximately 2,000 feet West of
Merriman Road and known as 32100 Plymouth Road in the South-
east 1/4 of Section 27 be tabled until September 20, 1955
in order to give petitioner opportunity to present plot plan
showing off-street parking facilities.
Mr. Hay stated that in view of the fact Mr. Pollock made attempt to find out
whether or not he had to have licence etc. as evident by letter from
Mr. Clarence Hoffman and that now Mr. Pollock is cognizant of requirements
he would make the following motion:
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Hay and seconded by Mr. Harsha, it was
RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held
the City Planning Commission does hereby grant the petition
by Ben F. Pollock, Pollock's Landscape Company requesting
permission to continue operation of an open-air sales on
Parcel F6bF7c located on the North side of Plymouth Road
approximately 2,000 feet West of Merriman Road and known as
32100 Plymouth Road in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 27.
Mr. Ventura relinquished the Chair to Vice-Chairman H. Paul Harsha at approxi-
mately 10:26 p.m.
Mr. Ventura informed commission that Mr. Pollock was cognizant of requirements
because one year ago he (Mr. Ventura) called on Mr. Pollock and advised him of
such and that Mr. Pollock never took action until :now after a second visit from
Mr. Ventura.
Mr. Hay stated it was unfair that Mr. Ventura should withhold this information
until Now. Asked That his motion be withdrawn.
Mr. Ventura stated that in all fairness to petitioner he withheld this information
in order to give petitioner opportunity to inform commission of all facts
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himself.
Vice-Chairman H. Paul Harsha relinquished Chair to Karle Steinhoff at approxi-
mately 10:29 p.m.
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Mr. Harsha stated he would withdraw his second from resolution made by 7"
Mr. Hay.
Acting Chairman Karle Steinhoff relinquished Chair to Chairman Peter A.
Ventura at approximately 10:30 p.m.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Lepo and seconded by Mr. Lotz, it was
RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held
the City Planning Commission does hereby deny the petition
of Ben F. Pollock, Pollock's Landscape Company requesting
permission to continue operation of an open-air sales on
Parcel F6bF7c located on the North side of Plymouth Road
approximately 2,000 feet West of Merriman Road and known as
32100 Plymouth Road in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 27.
Mr. Robinson stated that in his opinion this is pretty harsh action.
Mr. Hay stated to Mr. Ventura that if he had done his duty one year ago and
carried this information to Police Department this petition would have been
presented to this commission at that time instead of now.
Chairman Peter A. Ventura relinquished Chair to Vice-Chairman H. Paul Harsha
at approximately 10:31 p.m.
Mr. Ventura. stated he resented the remarks of Mr. Hay and read portion of
Section 18.01, Zoning Ordinance, No. 60.
Vice-Chairman H. Paul Harsha relinquished Chair to Chairman Peter A. Ventura
at approximately 10:34 p.m.
Mr. Pollock stated to Mr. Ventura that on his first visit he (Mr. Pollock)
asked where he could obtain forms in order to obtain approval of necessary
board. Stated he (Mr. Pollock) checked with the City Hall and was informed
that there were no forms.
Mr. Robinson stated he would like to see motion made by Messrs. Lepo and
Lotz withdrawn.
Mr. Lotz asked Mr. Pollock who he talked to at the City Hall. Mr. Pollock
stated he talked to Mrs. Marie W. Clark, City Clerk.
Mr. Steinhoff asked whether Mr. Pollock clarified to City Clerk the type of
business. Mr. Pollock stated he did.
Mr. Pollock stated in his opinion he is a victim of circumstance.
The following roll call vote was taken on motion made by Messrs. Lepo and Lotz:
AYES: Lotz, Lepo and Steinhoff
NAYS: Hay, Harsha and Robinson
NOT VOTING: Ventura
Mr. Ventura stated he is not voting because he was more or less instrumental
in upsetting Mr. Hay's previous motion and in order to show that he is not
prejudice in this matter.
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Mr. Robinson made the folbwing motion which died for lack of support:
RESOLVED that, petition by Ben F. Pollock, Pollock's Land-
" scape Company requesting permission to continue operation
of an open-air sales on Parcel F6bF7c located on the North
side of Plymouth Road approximately 2,000 feet West of
Merriman Road and known as 32100 Plymouth Road in the South-
east 1/4 of Section 27 be tabled until September 20, 1955
in order to give petitioner opportunity to present plot plan
showing off-street parking facilities.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Hay and seconded by Mr. Robinson, it was
#8-265-55 RESOLVED that, petition by Ben F. Pollock, Pollock's Land-
scape Company requesting permission to continue operation
of an open-air sales on Parcel F6bF7c located on the North
side of Plymouth Road approximately 2,000 feet West of
Merriman Road and known as 32100 Plymouth Road in the South-
east 1/4 of Section 27 be tabled until September 13, 1955.
A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following:
AYES: Lotz, Lepo, Steinhoff, Hay, Ventura and Robinson
NAYS: Harsha
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Hay, seconded by Mr. Robinson and unanimously
carried, it was
#8-266-55 RESOLVED that, Ben F. Pollock, Pollock's Landscape Company
located on Parcel F6bF7c on the North side of Plymouth
Road approximately 2,000 feet West of Merriman Road and
known as 32100 Plymouth Road in the Southeast 1/4 of Section
27 be granted temporary approval to continue operation of
open-air sales for three weeks.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted and called a recess at
approximately 10:45 p.m.
The Chairman called the meeting to order at approximately 10:52 p.m. with all
present as named at the beginning and course of meeting.
The secretary announced that the next item on the agenda was the proposed
Kenmore Subdivision, No. 2 located approximately 1,550 feet West of Wayne
Road between Ann Arbor Trail and Joy Road in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 32.
The secretary read letters dated April 30, 1955 from Burton Warner, Warner &
Warner; dated May 11, 1955 from Burton Warner, Warner & Warner ; dated
August 4, 1955 from Calvin Roberts, Chief Livonia Fire Department;:.dated
August 5, 1955 from Howard B. Middlewood, Acting Chief Inspector and dated
August 5, 1955 from Dr. E. S. Michelson, Asst. Supt., Livonia Public Schools.
Mr. Herman Ross, Kenmore Construction Company was present.
Mr. Ventura stated he received call from Benton Yates, Supt., Livonia Public
Schools that the school district has reached an agreement with the Kenmore
Construction Company; that they are satisfied and that they no longer request
that this commission withhold approval of proposed subdivision.
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Mr. Harsha Chairman Plat Committee stated the lots a ppear to be correct size. C777:1'
Mr. Steinhoff asked whether the legality of the Notice of Public Hearing would
be affected inasmuch as the common description of the property is incorrect.
Mr. Haller stated that if the petition as submitted is correct; if the people
who should receive notice received such notice of public hearing and if the
description is sufficient for adjoining property owners to know property in
question then in his opinion Notice of Public Hearing is legal.
Mr. Steinhoff stated his wife received call from Mrs. Ciro Crane, 35800 Joy
Road wanting to know meaning of Notice of Public Hearing.
Mr. Harsha stated that those who received Notice of Public Hearing must have
known what property was to be platted in view of the fact that they live in
the area and know there is activity.
Mr. Howard Middlewood left meeting at approximately 11:11 p.m.
Mr. Ventura asked Mrs. Frank Matyscik, 35871 Ann Arbor Trail what her
impression was when she received notice. Mrs. Matyscik stated she did not
have to completely read notice as she was aware that area was in the process
of being platted.
Mr. Herman Ross stated that if the list of those notified was broken down
commission would find there were only a few property owners in area.
Mrs. Matyscik stated Mrs. Grana is on her vacation and that she is interested "JI
in this proposed subdivision. Stated she did not want houses backing up to
the side of her home and that she wanted a cyclone fence along the East
boundary of her property.
Mr. George D. Haller left meeting at approximately 11:16 p.m.
Mrs. Matyscik asked whether the City of Livonia could condemn her property
in order that two streets as shown on proposed subdivision plat could be
through streets. No one present could answer Mrs. Matyscik's question.
Mr. Ross stated homes will sell for $17,000 and $20,000.
Mr. Lotz stated he did not believe it is the prerogative of subdivider to
put in fence along Mrs. Matyscikfs property.
Lieutenant Bob Perry left meeting at approximately 11:25 p.m.
The secretary read letter dated August 9, 1955 addressed to the Livonia School
Board from Kenmore Construction Company which stated they are willing to
donate their share for school facilities.
Mr. Hay made the following motion which he withdrew after further consideration:
RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held
the City Planning Commission does hereby deny without
prejudice proposed preliminary plat of Kenmore Subdivision,
No. 2 located approximately 1,550 feet West of Wayne Road
between Ann Arbor Trail and Joy Road in the Southeast 1/4
of Section 32.
Upon a motion dilly made by Mr. Steinhoff and seconded by Mr. Lepo, it was
#8-267-55 RESOLVED that, proposed preliminary plat of Kenmore Sub-
division, No. 2 located in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 32
be tabled until September 13, 1955 in order that the City
Planning Commission can resend adjoining property owners
corrected Notice of Public Hearing.
A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following:
AYES: Lotz, Lepo, Steinhoff, Harsha, Ventura and Robinson
NAYS: Hay
The secretary read letter dated July 29, 1955 from Mrs. Leona Wheeler regard-
ing the proposed dedication of Thorpe Drive. The secretary also read letters
dated August 4, 1953 from Mrs. Marie W. Clark, City Clerk; dated July 10,
1953 from H. M. Hultquist, Supt. of Public Works addressed to William
Brashear, City Attorney and dated July 21, 1953 from William W. Brashear
City Attorney addressed to City Council.
Mr. Harsha stated he was a member of the Planning Commission when this was
discussed August 25, 1953 at which time commission was puzzled whether City
of Livonia could accept this street as it is a requirement that all streets
be paved.
Mr. Ventura suggested that this item be referred to the City Attorney for an
opinion.
Mr. Hay stated that he was not aware of anything in the ordinance under which
this commission could have jurisdiction over this matter.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Lotz, seconded by Mr. Steinhoff and
unanimously carried, it was
#8-268-55 RESOLVED that, letter dated July 29, 1955 from Mrs. Leona
Wheeler regarding the proposed dedication of Thorpe Drive
be referred to George D. Haller, City Attorney for a
written opinion and recommendation.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Harsha and seconded by Mr. Lotz, it was
#8-269-55 RESOLVED that, statement dated August 1, 1955 from Albe
Munson in the amount of $199.00 be forwarded to the
proper department for payment.
A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following:
AYES: Lotz, Lepo, Steinhoff, Hay, Harsha, Ventura and Robinson
NAYS: None
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Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Robinson and seconded by Mr. Harsha, it was
#8-270-55 RESOLVED that, statement from The Livonian, Inc. in the
amount of $56.00 be forwarded to the proper department
for payment.
A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following:
AYES: Lotz, Lepo, Steinhoff, Hay, Harsha, Ventura and Robinson
NAYS: None
The secretary read letter dated July 26, 1955 from George D. Haller, City
Attorney regarding water reservoirs.
The secretary read opinion from George D. Haller, City Attorney regarding
letter dated July 14, 1955 from T. R. Lennox, 9935 Nathaline regarding shoe
repair shop at 27460 Joy Road as referred to him under Resolution No. 7-249-55
Mr. Lotz made the following resolution which died for lack of support:
RESOLVED that, minutes of meetings June 7, June 14, June 21
June 28 and July 12, 1955 be approved as presented.
Upon a mbtion duly made by Mr. Hay, seconded by Mr. Lepo and unanimously
carried, it was
#8-271-55 RESOLVED that, minutes of meetings June 7, June 14, June 21,
June 28 and July 12, 1955 be tabled until August 16, 1955.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Hay and seconded by Mr. Robinson, it was
#8-272-55 RESOLVED that, authorization be given to purchase No. 8445
Art Metal File Cabinet for $96.00 from Marsh Office Supply.
A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following:
AYES: Lotz, Lepo, Steinhoff, Hay, Harsha, Ventura and Robinson
NAYS: None
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Lotz and seconded by Mr. Steinhoff, it was
#8-273-55 RESOLVED that, Style A-74 Gold Plated Badge be purchased
for secretary of the City Planning Commission which badge
clearly states Secretary, Planning Commission from Superior
Seal & Stamp Company.
A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following:
AYES: Lotz, Lepo, Steinhoff, Hay, Harsha, Ventura and Robinson
NAYS: None
It was decided that the matter of Certified and Registered Mail be postponed
until a later meeting.
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Mr. Steinhoff stated that the time is up for correction of poor drainage on
property located on the Northwest corner of Inkster and Six Mile Roads in
Section 12 and that it is his opinion that in view of the fact that nothing
has been done that the $5,000 bond posted by John F. Spence be confiscated.
Stated Mr. Spence agreed, according to minutes (Page 942 Members Copy) to
correct this situation within 60 days.
Mr. Ventura stated it would be in order to call this to the attention of the
Building Department.
Mr. Steinhoff stated that this commission does not know what is incorparated
in the bond.
Mr. Hay stated this commission should write City Attorney for a copy of the
provisions of the bond.
Mr. Ventura stated a resolution could be adopted to apprise Mayor Hartom
that bond has been posted and conditions set forth and never met and it is
up to Mayor Hartom to take whatever action he sees fit.
Mr. Hay stated jurisdiction of bond was taken over by the Mayor on his own
accord and that he did not think anything was done officially.
Mr. Lotz suggested a report be obtained from the Building Department after
which this commission could take whatever action it saw fit.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Lotz, seconded by Mr. Lepo and unanimously
carried, it was
#8-274-55 RESOLVED that, secretary be so instructed to write letter
to Building Department informing them of the fact that a bond
had been posted by Mr. John F. Spence the condition for which
the bond has been posted has not been corrected within the time
alloted.
A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following:
AYES: Lotz, Lepo, Steinhoff, Marsha, Ventura and Robinson
NAYS: Hay
Mr. Ventura appointed lair. Steinhoff as a member of the topsoil committee.
On a motion duly made by Mr. Lepo, seconded by Mr. Robinson and unanimously
carried, this Public Hearing of the City Planning Commission was duly adjourned
at approximately 12:20 a.m., August 10, 1955.
C.
William R. Robinson, Acting Secretary
ATT TID:
Peter A. Ventura, Chairman
H. Pa ' Harsh , Vice T- Tan
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rle Steinhoff, Acting Chairm