HomeMy WebLinkAboutPLANNING MINUTES 1955-11-15 639
MINUTES OF A PUBLIC HEARING AND THE
63RD REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY PLANNING COMMISSION
On November 15, 1955 the above mebting was held by the City Planning Commission
at the City Hall, 33001 Five Mile Road, Livonia, Michigan. Chairman
William R.Robinson called the Public Hearing to order at approximately 8:09
p•m•
Members present: Peter A. Ventura Daniel Lepo William R. Robinson
Robert L. Greene H. Paul Harsha Fred Lotz
Karle Steinhoff
Members absent: Dallas F. Hay
Robert Miller
Howard B. Middlewood, Acting Chief Inspector and Lieutenant Bob Perry, Livonia
Fire Department were present together with approximately 35 people attending
the Public Hearing and the Regular Meeting.
The secretary read Petition No. Z-133 by Simon S. Kaplan and Irving H. Stein-
berg, Eskay Homes, Inc. requesting that zoning classification of Parcel J7
located on the North side of Joy Road approximately 325 feet West of Henry Ruff
Road in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 35 be changed from RUFB to R-1-A. The
secretary read letters dated October 4, 1955 from Marie W. Clark, City Clerk;
dated September 30, 1955 from Simon S. Kaplan, Eskay Homes, Inc.; dated
October 17, 1955 from Harry Lightstone, Lightstone Development Company and
dated October 17, 1955 from J. W. Tracy, Secretary, Cooper School District.
Mr. Harry Lightstone was present.
Mr. Lightstone stated Mr. Kaplan hasn't any interest in this parcel of land
and that Lightstone Development Company is the title owner. Stated he was not
aware that this parcel was being requested for school site.
Mr. Robinson asked Mr. Lightstone whether Cooper School District contacted him.
Mr. Lightstone stated he had not been contacted.
Mr. Ventura stated that according to the Planning Commission Act this
Commission may designate site for school purposes. Stated in view of the fact
Cooper School District has asked this Commission to designate this site, did
not see necessity of further discussion.
Mr. George D. Haller, City Attorney arrived at approximately 8:17 p.m.
Mr. Lightstone stated Lightstone Development Company was given tentative
approval of the proposed Lightstone Subdivision February 23, 1954. Mr. Ventura
read portion of Section 3.03, Subdivision Rules and Regulations and maintained
that proposed plat has become null and void.
41r. Lightstone stated he has requested that plat be reinstated. Stated they
have invested considerable amount of money in engineering plans etc.
Mr. Ventura stated petitioner cannot hold City liable for expenses inasmuch as
petitioner did not obtain final approval of plat.
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Mr. Greene suggested Mr. Lightstone meet with Cooper School District before
any action is taken by Commission.
Mr. Lightstone asked whether Cooper School District wants this parcel of land
or whether they want some concession. Mr. Ventura stated petitioner should
attend Cooper School District Board Meeting and that School District is asking
that parcel be designated as a school site not that Lightstone Development
Company donate site.
Mr. Lightstone stated there is a large piece of land to the West. Stated he
would appreciate opportunity of meeting with Cooper School District and also
time to further look into this.
Mr. Ventura stated that the only reason Cooper School District requests that
this particular parcel be designated is that it is the only centrally located
parcel that has not been platted between Middlebelt and Merriman Roads.
Mr. Lightstone asked why Cooper School District didn't consult Lightstone
Development Company before this. Mr. Ventura stated Cooper School District has
just approved bond issue this year. Stated it was futile to talk to Lightstone
Development Company before this as Cooper School District did not have funds.
No one was present opposed to approval of this petition.
Mr. Ventura made the following motion which the Chair ruled out of order:
RESOLVED that, Parcel J7 located on the North side of Joy
Road approximately 325 feet West of Henry Ruff Road in the
Southwest 1/4 of Section 35 be designated as a school site
as requested by Cooper School District.
Mr. Lotz stated that as much as he agrees with Mr. Ventura's motion, this is
not on the agenda.
Mr. Ventura stated he did not think his motion is out of order and challenged
ruling of Chair.
Mr. Haller stated designation of sites (schools, parks, utilities, public
buildings, etc.) require public hearing by this Commission with property
owner affected being given an opportunity of being heard.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Greene, seconded by Mr. Lepo and unanimously
carried, it was
#11-365-55 RESOLVES) that, Petition No. Z-133 as submitted by Simon S.
Kaplan and Irving H. Steinberg, Eskay Homes, Inc. request-
ing change of zoning in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 35 from
RUFB to R-1-A be tabled until December 13, 1955 in order to
give petitioner opportunity to meet with Cooper School
District to discuss problem of school site.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
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Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Ventura, seconded by Mr. Harsha and
unanimously carried, it was
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#11-366-55 RESOLVED that, City Planning Commission do all things
necessary by calling a Public Hearing to designate
Parcel 35J7 located in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 35
as school site in the Cooper School District.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
The secretary read letter dated November 15, 1955 from David Lewis requesting
that Petition No. Z-135 by David Lewis, et al for change of zoning classification
of portion of Parcel H located on the Northeast corner of Merriman Road and
Schoolcraft Road in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 23 be changed from RUFB to
R=1-A be tabled until December 13, 1955.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Steinhoff, seconded by Mr. Greene and
unanimously carried, it was
#11-367-55 RESOLVED that, Petition No. Z-135 by David Lewis, et al
for change of zoning classification in the Southwest 1/4
of Section 23 from RUFB to R-1 A be tabled until
December 13, 1955 as requested by petitioner in letter
dated November 15, 1955.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
The secretary read Petition No. Z-136 by Samuel I. Clark requesting that
zoning classification of Parcel F1F2aGlb and Lot 39, Fitzgerald Gardens Sub-
division located on the North side of Seven Mile Road approximately 200 feet
East of Fitzgerald Avenue in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 5 be changed from
AG-B to C-2. The secretary read letter dated October 14, 1955 from Marie W.
Clark, City Clerk and heading on petition signed by approximately 120 property
owners and residents opposed to Petition No. z-136. Mr. William Gilbride,
Attorney, 3156 Penobscot Building, Detroit was present.
Mr. Gilbride stated in this case the basis of thepetition is that it was un-
reasonable to zone this existing business area into an AG-B area. Stated
property owners and residents opposed to petition moved into area after dance
hall was established and that under non-conforming use the dance hall is going
to be there for some time. Cited Michigan Supreme Court Cases Grand Trunk
Railroad vs. City of Detroit (1949,326 Michigan Reports pg. 387) and Long vs.
City of Highland Park (1949,329 Michigan Reports pg. 329) relative to property
on Woodward Avenue being zoned residential when its natural use was business.
Stated court ruled ordinance unconstitutional.
Mr. Greene asked, as stated in petition, what the hardship is to petitioner.
Mr. Gilbride stated remodeling which would change contour would be prohibitive
under its present zoning classification. Stated there isn't urgent hardship
at the present time but correct zoning would be factor if property were to be
sold.
Mr. Lotz stated that on a recent litigation with the Circuit Court it was made
clear that Mr. Clark has established a business.
Mr. Gilbride stated there have been two suits - one in 1948 and one in 1950.
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Nine people were present opposed to petition as submitted.
Mrs. Margaret Adkins, 36721 Seven Mile koad stated she purchased large parcel
of land in 1940 directly across street from dance hall and that at that time
area was zoned AG-B. Stated if petition is granted, property owners will
suffer devaluation. Stated at time of purchase, the dance hall was operated
one night a week whereas it is now operated three nights a week. Stated in
summer time when windows are opened the music is heard until 1:00 a.m. Stated
between dances patrons wander around other property in the neighborhood.
Mr. Gilbride stated he did not think there was an ordinance in 1940. Mr. Harsha
stated his copy of the township ordinance is dated December 6, 1945. Howard
Middlewood stated that he thought there was an ordinance in 1942.
Mr. Joseph Goudeseune, 18840 Suzanne Drive stated residents in Melody ktanor
Subdivision are 100% against rezoning of the parcel in question.
Mr. Samuel Clark stated dance hall started in June, 1939.
Mr. Bernhardt Troge, 37600 Northland Drive was present and objected to petition
Mr. Lotz asked if there was a representative from the Police Department present
and whether any complaints had been received regarding dance hall. A
representative of the Police Department was not present.
Mr. Howard Middlewood stated he inspected exits and structure last fall and
found both to be in good condition. Stated Civil Air Patrol has used dance
hall in summer for meeting place.
Lieutenant Bob Perry stated Fire Department is required to make annual
inspection and that he personally made inspection the last two years. Stated
at both times Mr. Clark complied with Fire Departments recommendations.
Mr. William Lindhout, 37655 Margareta, Director of Melody Manor Civic
Association was present and stated Mr. Goudeseune is representing Melody
Manor Civic Association.
Mr. Ventura stated that Zoning Ordinance, No. 60 was adopted after referendum
vote and that if drafters of ordinance were unrealistic that people affected
had opportunity to voice their objections. Read portion of Section 1.02,
Zoning Ordinance, No. 60.
Mr. Greene read portion of recommendation dated November 9, 1955 by Albe
Munson, Planning Consultant.
Mr. Steinhoff asked whether or not there are existing buildings on the North-
west and/or Northeast corners of Fitzgerald. Mr. Goudeseune stated both
corners are vacant.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Ventura and seconded by Mr. Lepo, it was
RESOLVED that, Petition No. Z-136 as submitted by Samuel I.
Clark for change of zoning classification in the Southwest
1/4 of Section 5 from AGB to C-2 be tabled in order to give
commission an opportunity to become more familiar with area
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and until such time as commission is able to complete
planning studies.
A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following:
AYES: Ventura and Lepo
NAYS: Greene, Harsha, Steinhoff, Robinson and Lotz
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Greene and seconded by Mr. Harsha, it was
RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been
held on Petition No. Z-136 as submitted by Samuel I.
Clark for a change of zoning classification in the South-
west 1/4 of Section 5 from AG-B to C-2 the City Planning
Commission does hereby recommend to the City Council that
Petition No. Z-136 be denied.
A roll call vote onthe foregoing resolution resulted in the following:
AYES: Greene and Harsha
NAYS: Lepo, Steinhoff, Robinson and Lotz
NOT VOTING: Ventura
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Lotz and seconded by Mr. Steinhoff, it was
RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been
held on Petition No. Z-136 as submitted by Samuel I.
Clark for a change of zoning classification in the South-
west 1/4 of Section 5 from AG-B to C-2 the City Planning
Commission does hereby recommend to the City Council that
Petition No. Z-136 be granted.
Won a motion duly made by Mr. Ventura and seconded by Mr. Lepo, it was
RESOLVED that, Petition No. Z-136 by Samuel I. Clark
requesting change of zoning classification in the
Southwest 1/4 of Section 5 from AG-B to C-2 be tabled.
A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following:
AYES: Ventura, Lepo and Harsha
NAYS: Greene, Steinhoff, Robinson and Lotz
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Lotz and seconded by Mr. Steinhoff, it was
RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been
held on Petition No. Z-136 as submitted by Samuel I.
Clark for a change of zoning classification in the South-
west 1/4 ofSection 5 from AG-B to C-2 the City Planning
Commission does hereby recommend to the City Council that
Petition No. Z-136 be granted.
A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following:
AYES: Steinhoff, Robinson and Lotz
NAYS: Ventura, Greene and Harsha
NOT VOTING: Lepo
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Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Ventura and seconded by Mr. Harsha, it was .rte
RESOLVED that, Petition No. Z-136 as submitted by Samuel I.
Clark for change of zoning classification in the Southwest
1/4 of Section 5 from AG-B to C-2 be tabled in order to give
commission an opportunity to become more familiar with area
and until such time as commission is able to complete
planning studies.
A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following:
AYES: Ventura, Lepo and Harsha
NAYS: Greene, Steinhoff, Lotz and Robinson
The Chairman called a recess at approximately 9:12 p.m.
The Chairman called the Public Hearing to order at approximately 9:24 p.m.
with all present as named at beginning and course of meeting.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Ventura and seconded by Mr. Harsha, it was
#11-368-55 RESOLVED that, Public Hearing be adjourned to December 13, 1955
A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following:
AYES: Ventura, Greene, Lepo, Harsha and Steinhoff
NAYS: Robinson and Lotz
The Chai rman declared the foregoing resolution adopted and called the 63rd
Regular Meeting to order.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Ventura and seconded by Mr. Lepo, it was
#11-369-55 RESOLVED that, Petition by A. G. Thurman Requesting
permission to establish used car sales agency on
Parcels F9b and F9c located on the North side of
Plymouth Road approximately 1,675 feet West of Merri-
man Road in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 27 be
tabled until December 13, 1955 as requested by
petitioner.
A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following:
AYES: Ventura, Greene, Lepo, Steinhoff, Robinson and Lotz
NAYS: Harsha
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
The secretary read letter dated October 31, 1955 from C. A. Kalt, The
Sperber Manufacturing Company requesting reconsideration of proposed parking
lot sign 8t x 32+ on Outlot B2a, Greenette Subdivision located on the South-
west corner of Garden Avenue and Plymouth Road in the Northwest 1/4 of Section
36. Mr. Kalt was present.
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Mr. Ventura asked height of fence. Mr. Kalt stated they propose 4' picket
fence 143' in front of the existing log fence.
Mr. Middlewood asked how sign will be lighted. Mr. Kalt stated sign will be
lighted by goose-neck lights over sign. Mr. Middlewood suggested lights be
turned down low enough so as not to shine into adjacent existing homes.
Mr. Kalt stated building is 149' deep and 100' wide and that there is more
that 500' from West wall of building to East wall of adjacent building.
Stated from the center of road it will be 125'.
Mr. Ventura stated according to ordinance Mr. Kalt would be allowed to paint
149' sign on building.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Ventura and seconded by Mr. Lepo, it was
#11-370-55 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been
held October 18, 1955 the City Planning Commission does
hereby grant the amended petition by C. A. Kalt, The
Sperber Manufacturing Company requesting permission to
erect parking lot sign 8' x 32' on Outlot B1 and portion
of Outlot B2a, Greenette Subdi`dsion located on the South-
west corner of Garden Avenue and Plymouth Road in the
Northwest 1/4 of Section 36, and
FURTHER RESOLVED that, notice of the above hearing was sent to
property owners within 500 feet, petitioner and City
Departments as listed in the Proof of Service.
A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following:
AYES: Ventura, Greene, Lepo, Robinson and Lotz
NAYS: Harsha and Steinhoff
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
The secretary read letter dated November 8, 1955 from Burton Warner, Warner
& Warner regarding Rouge Trail View Subdivision located on the South side of
Ann Arbor Trail directly at the Southerly tip of Stark Road in the Southeast
1/4 of Section 33. Mr. Burton Warner was present.
Mr. Harsha asked whether any changes have been made other than street name
Dover Lane being changed to Dover Avenue. Mr.Warner stated there had not
been any other change.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Harsha, seconded by Mr. Lotz and unanimously
carried, it was
#11-371-55 RESOLVED that, Final plat of Rouge Trail View Subdivision
located on the South side of Ann Arbor Trail directly at
the Southerly tip of Stark Road in the Southeast 1/4 of
Section 33 be given final approval, and
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FURTHER RESOLVED, inasmuch as it appears on the records `
that tentative approval of said proposed plat was given
by the City Planning Commission March 8, 1955; and it
further appearing 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 July 15, 1955; and it further appearing
that a bond in the amount of $66,500 to cover the
installation of improvements has been filed in the
office of the City Clerk under date of September 19,
1955; such bond having been approved by George D.
Haller, City Attorney on September 19, 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.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
The secretary read opinion dated November 7, 1955 from George D. Haller, City
Attorney as requested in Resolution No. 11-360-55 regarding sidewalk in
Chicago Heights Subdivision.
Mr. Robinson stated it is likely there aren't any specifications for walk-ways.
Mr. Haller stated if City of Livonia doesn't have specifications then Edward
Rose & Sons is at liberty to put in any kind of sidewalk they want to.
Mr. Ventura stated he believed it was the request of the school authorities
that some means of access be provided to school area.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Ventura and seconded by Mr. Steinhoff, it was
#11-372-55 RESOLVED that, secretary be instructed to write letter to
Edward Rose & Sons asking them if they won't cooperate by
paving the two 10' walks located in the Chicago Height Sub-
division irhich run East from Hartel Avenue and Hartel Court
and lead to the new school located on Chicago Blvd. East of
Hartel Avenue.
Mr. Greene asked if this resolution would affect commission's position in the
future. Mr. Haller stated commission wouldn't be surrendering its position.
Mr. Ventura stated black top would serve the purpose.
Mr. Marsha stated it was at this commission's request that they gave access
and it was called "walk way" for want of something better. Stated
commission cannot lose anything by requesting paving.
A roll call vote on Resolution No. 11-372-55 resulted in the following:
AYES: Ventura, Greene, Lepo, Harsha, Steinhoff, Robinson
and Lotz
NAYS: None
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The secretary read letter dated November 4, 1955 from v`arie W. Clark, City
Clerk addressed to Hickley Agency, Inc., National Surety Corporation regard-
ing surety bond issued for Westfield Topsoil and Sand Company
Mr. Robinson stated that he would like to point out that there is water
standing and property is low. Asked whether commission wanted to take any
action.
Mr. Ventura stated Westfield Topsoil & Sand Company are now in the process
of putting land back in shape and that they have dumped some fill there in
the past week.
No action was taken on this matter at this time.
There was a brief discussion regarding Six Mile and Inkster Roads site and
condition of same.
The secretary read letter dated November 2, 1955 addressed to Geroge D.
Haller, City Attorney regarding City Council resolution directing City
Attorney to prepare an amendment to Ordinance No. 60 to require four parking
spaces for bowling alleys.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Ventura, seconded by Mr. Lepo and unanimously
carried, it was
#11-373-55 RESOLVED that, City Planning Commission does hereby go on
record as protesting the reduction in the number of re-
quired parking spaces for bowling alleys for the follatng
reasons:
(a) This commission does not consider-four parking spaces
to be adequate, and
(b) It is quite unlikely, because of the lack of public
transportation, that a patron will get to bowling alley
except by his own car, and
(c) Five spaces does not take care of the shift in the
leagues, and
(d) Without adequate off-street parking, parked cars will
interfere with fire equipment and neighborhood parking.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
The secretary read letter dated November 2, 1955 from Calvin Roberts, Chief
Livonia Fire Department regarding proposed sites for additional fire stations
Mr. Robinson stated he discussed this with Mr. Munson and it was his
(Mr. Munson) opinion that sites are very well located.
Lieutenant Perry stated they submitted plan to Michigan Inspection Bureau
for their study and that they have received a letter stating that the
Michigan Inspection Bureau approves. Stated stations should be erected as
demand becomes great enough for them and that they would like the Central "°`
Station next as the need is great. Stated Chief Roberts wanted it to be
made clear that stations as shown could be moved 400t to 500' as necessary.
Submitted plan of Civic Center Fire Station as prepared by Cuthbert &
Cuthbert, 22222 Ford Road, Dearborn.
Mr. Harsha stated previous to this time it was commission's thinking that fire
station should be located away from civic center public buildings because
of the noise in the event of fire.
Mr. Ventura stated this Body is in charge of making plans of this sort.
Stated Mr. Munson should have copy of plans in order to make whatever
suggestions he might have to offer. Stated plans have been drawn without
any prior knowledge of this Commission. Read portion of Section 125.38,
Municipal Planning Commission Act, Act 285, Public Acts of 1931, as amended.
Mr. Harsha stated under law this whole matter comes under this Commission's
jurisdiction. Asked who is appointing committees and stated it is up to
this Commission to appoint these committees.
Mr. Greene asked who is paying Cuthbert & Cuthbert to draw plans as sub-
mitted. Mr. Haller stated no one is paying them and that they are doing it
for advertising.
Mr. Ventura asked why this Commission wasn't consulted in the preliminary
stages.
Mr. Haller stated this is only example of ideas.
Mr. Ventura stated as a member of Planning Commission he would be embarrassed
if he were asked questions about plans and did not know anything about it.
Mr. Robinson stated this plan is not up for adoption and before it is adopted
it will be presented to Commission for study. Stated at study meeting
November 22, 1955 Commission will meet with Mayor Hartom to discuss this
plan.
Mr. Haller stated Council has discussed a bond issue to build these buildings
and that before a bond issue can be considered Council has to know the size
of buildings and land needed. Stated City Engineer might have brought in
these plans.
Lieutenant Perry stated he presented this plan by Cuthbert & Cuthbert to show
Commission that property for central headquarters is already owned by City.
Stated they attempted to pick location near school site and industry. Stated
a station is shown on North and South side of C & 0 Railway. Stated they
contacted property owners as follows: (1) Five Mile' and Farmington Roads -
$32,000 (2) Five Mile and Middlebelt Road - $15,000 (3) Plymouth and
Middlebelt Roads - $30,000 (4) Plymouth and Newburg Roads - $25,000 (5) Five
Mile Road and Newburg Road - $15,000 (6) Seven Mile and Newburg Roads -
$15,000 (7) Seven Mile and Farmington Roads - $35,000 (8) Seven Mile and
Middlebelt Roads - $3,750. Stated Chief Roberts would like to have a master
plan showing these sites as suggested.
Mr. Steinhoff suggested plan be submitted to Mr. Munson for his study.
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Lieutenant Perry stated stations are planned to take care of four square
miles. -
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Ventura, seconded by Mr. Lepo and
unanimously carried, it was
#11-374-55 RESOLVED that, matter of proposed sites for additional
fire stations be referred to Albe Munson, Planning
Consultant for his recommendation.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Ventura, seconded by Mr. Lepo and
unanimously carried, it was
#11-375-55 RESOLVED that, Livonia Fire Department be requested to
furnish legal description of parcels which they wish to
have designated as future fire stations.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
There was a lengthy discussion regarding Resolution No. 11-363-55 and under
what jurisdication sign could not be erected.
Mr. Haller stated it does not say in M-1 District that sign of this size is
prohibited. Whether or not limitation can be picked up from C-2 District is
a question which previous resolution (11-363-55) has decided and he (Mr. Haller)
did not think it is a question that should be answered off hand.
Mr. Greene stated resolution was passed in good faith.
Mr. Haller stated it is his opinion that C-2 limitation of signs does not
carry over into M-1 District. Mr. Haller left meeting at 11:10 p.m.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Ventura, seconded by Mr. Steinhoff and
unanimously carried, it was
#11-376-55 RESOLVED that, it is the recommendation of the City
Planning Commission that George D. Haller, City
Attorney draft ordinance incorporating definitions
and regulations appearing in Basic Building Code and
Zoning Ordinance, No. 60 governing the erection of
signs in the City of Livonia for adoption by the City
Council.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
The secretary read Resolution No. 11-361-55 and Section 125.38, Municipal
Planning Commission Act, Act 285, Public Acts of 1931, as amended.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Ventura, seconded by Mr. Lotz and
unanimously carried, it was
#11-377-55 RESOLVED that, resolution adopted by the City Planning
Commission on December 15, 1953 and amended January 19,
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1954 adopting Part V of the Master Plan of the City of
Livonia be and hereby is amended by adding the follow-
ing park and school sites: (1) 25 acre school site
located South of Fargo between Louise and Middlebelt
Roads and known as Item 02B; (2) 13 acre park site
located Southeast corner Bretton and PurlingBrook and
known as Lots 480a,480b,481,491 and 492, Supervisor's
Livonia Plat, No. 8; (3) 10 acre school site located on
South portion of 20 acres located Southwest corner of
Gill and Curtis Roads and known as portion of Item 09E;
(4) 10 acre park site located Southwest corner of Gill
and Curtis Roads and known as portion of Item 09E; (5)
72 acre park site located South side of Curtis Road
approximately 468' East of Deering Avenue and known as
portion of Item 12H1a2b; (6) 8 acre school site located
West side of Harrison Road approximately 300' South of
Broadmoor Avenue and known as portion of 13K13b,14b,15,
16b; (7) 82 acre park site located West of school site
located West side of Harrison Road approximately 300'
South of Broadmoor Avenue and known as portion of Item
13K13b,14b,15,16b; (8) 30 acre school site located West
of Henry Ruff Road between Rayburn Avenue and Five Mile
Road and known as portion of Item 14R; (9) 25 acre park
site located West side of Merriman Road approximately
625' South of Purvis Avenue and known as Lots 579 and
580, Supervisor's Livonia Plat, No. 10; (10) 9 acre
school site located 910' North of Five Mile Road on
West side of Ashurst Road and known as Item 161lb;
(11) 7 acre park site located West sideof Ashurst ='
Road directly South of school site and known as portion
of Item 1611a; (12) 8 acre school site located South-
west corner of Ann Arbor Road and Hix Road and known as
Item 31U; (13) 5 acre park site located West side of
Hix Road approximately 600' South of Ann Arbor Road and
known as portion of Item 31V,31W,31X,31Y,31Z1,31Z2 and
31AA; (14) 10 acre school site located East sideof
Arthur Avenue between Orangelawn and Richland and known
as portion of Items 32F and 32G; (15) 7 acre park site
located West side of Yale Avenue between Orangelawn and
Richland and known as portion of Items 32F and 32E1;
(16) 22 acre school site located Southwest corner of
West Chicago Road and Blackburn Avenue and known as
Item 32H1ala4I2a1; (17) 11 acre park site located South-
east corner of West Chicago Road and Brookfield Avenue
and known as Item 34Hlala3, and
FURTHER RESOLVED, that the following park and school
sites as shown on the Master School and Park Plan be
deleted: (1) park site identified as 2a and located
on the Southeast corner of Fargo and Louise; (2)
school site identified as 2b and located on the South-
east corner of Bretton and PurlingBrook; (3) school
and park sites identified as 9 and located on the North-
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east corner of Curtis and Gill Roads; (4) Park site
identified as 12 and located on the East side of Deering
Avenue approximately 6971 South of Curtis Road; (5) park
and school sites identified as 13 and located on the
Southwest corner of Puritan and Harrison Roads; (6)
school site identified as 14b and located on the Northeast
corner of Puritan and Henry Ruff Roads; (7) school and
park sites identified as 16 and located West of Ashurst
Road; (8) school and park sites identified as 31 and
located South side of West Chicago Road and (9) portion
of park and school sites identified as 34 and located on
the South side of West Chicago Road.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Ventura, seconded by Mr. Steinhoff and
unanimously carried, it was
#11-378-55 RESOLVED that, all information pertaining to Public
Hearing for new school and park sites be forwarded to
Albe Munson, Planning Consultant for preparation of
map which should be referred to School Districts, Fire
Department, Police Department, Department of Public
Works, City Engineer and all interested City Departments
for their comments or corrections before a Public Hea ng
is held by the City PlanningCommission.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Ventura and seconded by Mr. Lotz, it was
#11-379-55 RESOLVED that, statement dated November 4, 1955 from
Albe Munson, Planning Consultant for $128.99 be for-
warded to proper department for payment.
A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following:
AYES: Ventura, Greene, Lepo, Harsha, Steinhoff, Robinson and
Lotz
NAYS: None
The secretary read proposed contract dated November 11, 1955 by Albe Munson
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Ventura and seconded by Mr. Lepo, it was
#11-280-55 RESOLVED that, William R. Robinson, Chairman, City Planning
Commission be empowered at this time to enter into contract
with Albe Munson, Planning Consultant for the execution of
all work as outlined in contract dated November 11, 1955
except Item D and FURTHER said contract is to be paid from
balance of 1954-1955 Budget and available funds in 1955-
1956 Budget.
A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following:
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AYES: Ventura, Greene, Lepo, Harsha, Steinhoff, Robinson
and Lotz
NAYS: None
The secretary read letter dated November 9, 1955 from W. R. McCary, City
Engineer regarding contract sewers.
Howard Middlewood left meeting at approximately 11:55 p.m.
Upon a motbn duly made by Mr. Ventura, seconded by Mr. Lepo and unanimously
carried, it was
#11-381-55 RESOLVED that, revised specifications for contract sewers
be tabled until such time as H. Paul Harsha has had
opportunity to arrange date for Ray Warner to attend meet-
ing of City Planning Commission.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Ventura, seconded by Mr. Steinhoff and
unanimously carried, it was
#11-382-55 RESOLVED that, minutes of meetings September 13, September 20
and October 4, 1955 be tabled until Regular Meeting in
December.
Lieutenant Perry left meeting at approximately 12:04 a.m.
The secretary read Appeal Case No. 153 from Robert E. Seelye, Secretary,
Board of Appeals.
On a motion duly made by Mr. Steinhoff, seconded by Mr. Greene and
unanimously adopted this Public Hearing of the City Planning Commission was
duly adjourned at approximately 12:06 a.m., November 16, 1955.
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ed A. Lotz, Secretary
ATTESTED:
William R. Robinson, Chairman