HomeMy WebLinkAboutPLANNING MINUTES 1955-08-16 43E3
MINUTES OF A PUBLIC HEARING AND THE
60TH REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY PLANNING COMMISSION
On August 16, 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 8:01 p.m.
William R. Robinson precided as secretary pro tem.
Members present: Dallas F. Hay H. Paul Harsha William R. Robinson
Fred Lotz Karle Steinhoff Peter A. Ventura
Daniel Lepo
Members absent: * Robert L. Greene
n Robert Miller
Lieutenant Bob Perry, Livonia Fire Department and George D. Haller, City
Attorney were present together with approximately 25 people attending the
Public Hearing and the Regular Meeting.
The secretary read Petition No. Z-116 by W. L. Whitfield, District Manager,
The Consumers Power Company asking that zoning classification of portion of
Parcel F1 located on the West side of Farmington Road approximately 450
feet North of Plymouth Road in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 28 be changed
from RUFB to C-2. The secretary read letters dated June 14, 1955 from
Marie W. Clark, City Clerk; dated June 13, 1955 from Edwin R. and Mary B.
Evans, 2832 East Grand Boulevard, Det. 11 and dated July 28, 1955 from
Calvin Roberts, Chief Livonia Fire Department. Messrs. W. L. Whitfield and
D. H. Gearhart were present.
**Mr. Robert Miller arrived at meeting at approximately 8:03 p.m.
Mr. Whitfield stated The Consumer Power Company has wanted to get established
in Livonia for some time to serve present and future cust®mers in this area.
Mr. Harsha asked frontage on Farmington Road. Mr. Ventura stated property
is 791.11 feet wide.
Mr. Harsha stated that sometime ago there was discussion of the possibility
of. an over-pass or under-pass at this intersection and that for their own
protection proposed building should be located well over from the corner.
Stated sketch did not show how far back City would need property for
proposed over-pass or under-pass.
Mr. Ventura stated as shown on the plot plan proposed building is located
well back of the intersection.
No one was present opposed to petition as presented.
*Mr. Robert L. Greene arrived at meeting at approximately 8:11 p.m.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Steinhoff and seconded by Mr. Lepo, it was
#8-275-55 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held
on Petition No. Z-116 as submitted by W. L. Whitfield, District.
Manager, The Consumer Power Company for a change of zoning in
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the Southeast 1/4 of Section 28 from RUFB to C-2 the City
Planning Commission does hereby recommend to the City
Council that Petition No. Z-116 be granted, and
FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above hearing was published
in the official newspaper, The Livonian under date of
July 28, 1955 and notice of which hearing was sent to The
Detroit Edison Company, Chesapeake & Ohio Railway Company,
Michigan Bell Telephone Company, The Consumer 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: Miller, Lotz, Lepo, Steinhoff, Hay, Harsha, Ventura
and Robinson
NAYS: None
NOT VOTING: Greene
The secretary read Petition No. Z-115 by Harold A. Ford, President, The
Livonia Methodist Church and The Methodist Union of Greater Detroit asking
that the zoning classification of Lot 797, Supervisor's Livonia Plat, No.
13 located on the West side of Loveland Avenue approximately 120 feet South
of Seven Mile Road in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 10 be changed from R-1-B
to P-1. The secretary read letter dated June 7, 1955 from Marie W. Clark,
City Clerk. Mr. Harold Ford was present.
Mr. Ford stated that using this lot for parking will improve appearance -of
the neighborhood and that lot was used for dumping ground which church
cleaned up. Stated lot would be used only part of the time.
Mr. Hay asked depth of property. Mr. Ford stated lot is 140' deep and 100'
frontage on Loveland.
Mr. Greene asked about further expansion of church. Mr. Ford stated that if
another building is contemplated, membership will have to move to another
location.
Mr. Ford stated that at present they are able to accommodate only 35 cars.
Mr. Ventura asked whether they intend to surface lot. Mr. Ford stated they
did not at the present time and that there is heavy sod. Stated that be-
cause lot is used only once a week there is no dust. Stated they have
facilities for prevention of dust.
Mr. Ventura read Section 13.03 (d), Zoning Ordinance, No. 60. Mr. Ford
stated they did not intend to expand building in that direction.
Mr. Ventura read Section 13.05, Zoning Ordinance, No. 60 and asked whether
plan had been submitted. Mr. Ford stated he had not submitted plan.
Mr. Harsha stated that below this lot there is a hardware. Stated that if
this lot does not immediately join C-2 or Industrial District this commission
cannot rezone it. Mr. Ford stated this lot is immediately adjoining lot on
Seven Mile Road.
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Mr. Ventura read Section 13.07, Zoning Ordinance, No. 60. Mr. Ford stated ^`
he was not aware of this provision.
Mr. Hay stated the Pastor of this church just arrived and that in view of
the fact Mr. Ford is not too familiar with requirements of P1 District that
he would make the following motion:
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Hay, seconded by Mr. Greene and unanimously
carried, it was
#8-276-55 RESOLVED that, Petition No. Z-115 by Harold A. Ford, President
The Livonia Methodist Church and The Methodist Union of Greater
Detroit requesting change of zoning in the Northwest 1/4 of
Section 10 be changed from R-1-B to P1 be tabled temporarily
in order to give petitioner and Pastor opportunity to confer
before commission further hears this petition.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
The secretary read Petition No. Z-113 by Guy A. Spencer, The Bank of Livonia
asking that the zoning classification of the North 36 feet of Lot 52,
Brightmoor Home Acres Subdivision located on the West side of Woodring
Avenue approximately 200 feet North of Five Mile Road in the Southwest 1/4
of Section 15 be changed from R-1-B to C-2. The secretary read letter
dated May 26, 1955 from Marie W. Clark, City Clerk. Mr. Guy A. Spencer
was present.
Mr.. Spencer stated Lot 52 is immediately North of bank building and that
part of this lot is C-2.
Mr. Greene stated Planning Consultant states to grant this change would
mean encroachment on residential development and suggested bank purchase
property at the East or West of building. Mr. Spencer stated property to
the East and West cannot be obtained.
Mr. Haller stated that zoning district on lot is split and that commission
would follow lot line unless there is a noted dimension and in this case
there is a noted dimension.
Mr. Ventura asked legality of splitting lot by zoning district. Mr. Haller
stated it would be improper to leave lot as it is because it leaves part of
lot useless.
Mr. Steinhoff asked whether there is any parking area behind bank now.
Mr. Spencer stated there is not to any extent.
Mr. Steinhoff suggested petition be amended to be P1 instead of C-2.
Mr. Spencer stated they do not intend to build on this lot.
Mr. Harsha asked whether this lot joins residential lot. Mr. Spencer stated
that residential owner would rather see parking lot than to leave property
as it is now. Stated they would erect fence and establish greenbelt. Stated
he would be willing to amend petitinn.
There was a lengthy discussion regarding public not being notified that this
petition would be changed to P1 instead of C-2. Mr. Haller stated it is
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only a change in name so far as public is concerned and that under C-2
petitioner can establish parking lot.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Lotz, seconded by Mr. Steinhoff and
unanimously carried, it was
#8-277-55 RESOLVED that, City Planning Commission grant verbal
request by Guy A. Spencer, Bank of Livonia to amend
Petition No. Z-113 requesting change of zoning in the
Southwest 1/4 of Section 15 from R-1 B to C-2 to
read R-1 B to P1.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
Mr. Miller asked the original depth of bank property. Mr. Spencer stated
120' before Lot 52 was purchased.
No one was present opposed to petition as presented.
Mr. Hay made the following motinn which Mr. Miller supported but which
motion was withdrawn after further consideration:
RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been
held on Petition No. Z-113 as submitted by Guy A. Spencer
Bank of Livonia for a change of zoning in the Southwest
1/4 of Section 15 from R-1 B to C-2 the City Planning
Commission does hereby recommend to the City Council that
Petition No. Z-113 be granted as amended by Resolution
No. 8-277-55.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Steinhoff, seconded by Mr. Lepo and
unanimously carried, it was
#8-278-55 RESOLVED that, Petition No. Z-113, as amended by Guy A.
Spencer, Bank of Livonia for a change of zoning in the
Southwest 1/4 of Section 15 from R-1 B to P1 be tabled
until September 13, 1955 in order to give petitioner
opportunity to submit plan in triplicate as required by
Section 13.05, Zoning Ordinance, No. 60.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
Mr. Harold A. Ford returned to meeting and requested commission to table
Petition No. Z-115 until such time as they can submit plan as called for
in Section 13.05, Zoning Ordinance, No. 60.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Hay, seconded by Mr. Greene and unanimously
carried, it was
#8-279-55 RESOLVED that, Petition No. Z-115 by Harold A. Ford,
President, The Livonia Methodist Church and The
Methodist Union of Greater Detroit requesting change
of zoning in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 10 from
R-1 B to P1 be tabled until September 20, 1955 in
order to give petitioner opportunity to submit plan
in triplicate as required by Section 13.05, Zoning
Ordinance, No. 60.
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The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
The secretary read Petition No. Z-117 by Harriet Lange asking that the
zoning classification of Lots 547 and 548, Supervisor's Livonia Plat, No. 9
located on the South side of Plymouth Road approximately 640 feet West of
Newburg Road in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 30 be changed from RUFB to C-2.
The secretary read letter dated June 14, 1955 from Marie W. Clark, City
Clerk. Mr. Leo Lange, 19616 Van Dyke, Detroit and Mrs. Lange were present.
Mr. Lange stated property was C-2 before purchased by Mrs. Lange. Stated
stock and customers have increased and that they would like to use
existing building for storage and the addition will be placed on existing
building for public.
Mrs. Lange stated 28' of property is going to be taken to widen existing
highway.
Mr. Ventura asked when property was purchased. Mrs. Lange stated six years
ago.
It was established that at the time of purchase property was zoned C-i.
Mr. Haller stated it is a requirement of Zoning Ordinance that Non-Con-form-
ing users apply for certificate. Stated section has been enacted therefore
it can be presumed that it is valid as it has not been passed upon by any
Court. Stated ignorance of the law is no excuse.
Mr. Ventura read Section 18.11, Zoning Ordinance, No. 60 and stated
Mrs. Lange is not legally operating there now.
Mr. Lange stated City Planning Commission has full authority to grant
certain rights even if it is contrary to Zoning Ordinance.
Mr. Ventura stated this commission has no authority to enforce ordinance
and that if the Enforcing Agency had enforced law Mrs. Lange would not be
in business now.
Mr. Haller stated if a complaint had been filed and investigation had shown
that Mrs. Lange is in violation then matter would have to be prosecuted and
they would be put out of business. Stated to his knowledge a complaint has
never been filed. Stated Section 18.11, Zoning Ordinance, No. 60 is
presumed to be constitutional until some Court rules otherwise.
Mr. Lange stated frontage on Plymouth Road is 252.0' and 600' deep.
Stated existing building is 40'.
There were approximately five people present opposed to petition as presented.
Mr. Warren Gardner (Owner of Lot 546) stated he bought lot for residential
purposes and that if this is changed to C-2 it would depreciate surrounding
property. Submitted petition with approximately 38 signatures opposed to
Petition No. Z-117.
The secretary read petition submitted by Mr. Gardner.
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Mrs. Margaret Hoffert, 37560 Plymouth (Owner Lot 516) stated she is
opposed to change as area is residential.
Mrs. William Snell, 37479 Plymouth stated she has lived there approximately
10 years and that there is a certain cleanness about the auction house.
Stated they are trying to maintain residential quality and therefore would
not like to see zoning changed.
Mrs. Lange stated it is her intent to modify building with brick front and
to get cars off of main highway.
Mr. Greene asked what would be Mrs. Lange's alternative if commission denied
petition. Mr. Haller stated Mrs. Lange might go to court to have review of
commission's decision.
Mr. Greene stated that if commission denys petition and business is con-
tinued. Mr. Haller stated this would not be legal.
Mr. Greene asked whether Mrs. Lange could file application for certificate.
Mr. Haller stated he thought Building Department would turn application down.
Stated as a practical matter if this petition is denied, the City would wait
on decision of earlier case before taking active action on this case.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Greene, seconded by Mr. Lepo and unanimously
canted, it was
#8-280-55 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held
on Petition No. Z-117 as submitted by Harriet Lange for a
change of zoning in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 30 from
RUFB to C-2 the City Planning Commission does hereby recommend
to the City Council that Petition No. Z-117 be denied, and
FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above hearing was published
in the official newspaper, The Livnnian under date of July 28,
1955 and notice of which hearing was sent to The Detroit
Edison Company, The Consumer Power Company, Chesapeake & Ohio
Railway Company, Michigan Bell Telephone Company, City Depart-
ments and petitioner as listed in the Proof of Service.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted and called a recess
at approximately 9:34 pal.
The Chairman called the Public Hearing to order at approximately 9:46 p.m.
with all present as named at beginning and course of meeting.
The secretary read Petition No. Z-118 by L. Meyron Marko, The Michigan
Lumber Company asking that zoning classification of Lot 30, Woodland
Village Subdivision located on the Northeast corner of Newburg and Plymouth
Roads in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 29 be changed from RUFB to C-1. The
secretary read letter dated June 15, 1955 from Marie W. Clark, City Clerk.
Mr. J. K. Underwood, 3205 Cadillac Tower was present.
Mr. Underwood stated that the reason for requesting change of zoning is that
owner would like to construct a gasoline service station. Submitted letters
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dated July 22, 1955 from J. Carl McMonagle, Director, Planning & Traffic
Division, Michigan State Highway Department and dated July 27, 1955 from
S. S. Davis, Real Estate Division Supervisor, Wayne County Road
Commissioners.
The secretary read letters as submitted by Mr. Underwood.
Mr. Ventura asked whether Michigan Lumber Company is owner of this property.
Mr. Underwood stated they are.
Approximately three persons were present opposed to petition as presented.
Mrs. William Snell, 37479 Plymouth Road 'stated to have gas station at this
location would be hazard as there is approximately one accident there a day.
Mr. Steinhoff stated he concurred with Planning Consultant that this would
be spot zoning.
Mr. Greene stated he is not defending petition but that 80% or more of
property from Newburg to Levan and from Plymouth to Amrhein is zoned M-1.
Mr. Underwood stated company does own other property in area which is
zoned ?4-1.
Mr. Greene asked whether there are homes in this area. Mr. Steinhoff stated
there are.
Mr. Harsha stated there is a church directly across from location.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Steinhoff, seconded by Mr. Lotz and
unanimously carried, it was
#8-281-55 RESOLVED THat, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been
held on Petition No. Z-118 as submitted by L. Meyron Marko
The Michigan Lumber Company for a change of zoning in the
Southwest 1/4 of Section 29 from RUFB to C-1 the City
Planning Commission does hereby recommend to the City
Council that Petition No. Z-118 be denied inasmuch as there
is residential strip that exists in that particular area
and that this would create spot zoning, and
FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above hearing was published
in the Official newspaper, The Livonian under date of
July 28, 1955 and notice of which hearing having been sent
to The Detroit Edison Company, Chesapeake & Ohio Railway
Company, Michigan Bell Telephone Company, The Consumer
Power Company, City Departments and petitioner as listed
in the Proof of Service.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
The secretary read Petition No. Z-124 by Rose Wilson asking that the zoning
classification of portion of Parcel L located on the East side of Levan
Road approximately 100 feet South of Plymouth
Road in the Northeast 1/4 of
Section 32 be changed from C-2 to P1. The secretary read letter dated
July 13, 1955 from Marie W. Clark, City Clerk. Mr.. Arthur E. Whipple,
Attorney and Mrs. Rose Wilson were present.
Mr. Ventura stated that this commission does not have on file plans as
required in Section 13.05, Zoning Ordinance, No. 60. Read Section 13.10,
Zoning Ordinance, No. 60 and stated he did not think this section has any
bearing on plan that should be submitted showing ingress and egress.
Mr. Haller stated that ordinance requires that for P1 District to be approved
the plan must be submitted to Planning Commission showing ingress and egress.
Mr. Greene stated petitioners intent is to rezone strip and then let land
lie idle.
Mr. Haller stated zoning can be changed and it is up to petitioner to decide
when they want to make use of parking area. Stated they would have to have
plan showing ingress and egress and at the time of construction they would
submit another plan showing development.
Mr. Greene asked whether it wouldn't be foolish to have petitioner submit
plan showing ingress and egress if petitioner does not intend to use
property. Mr. Haller stated problem of traffic would have to be considered
at the time petition is passed.
Mr. Harsha stated that it was on this commission's request that this 501 •
strip be changed to protect the public against having C-2 on side street.
Stated this 50' is sufficient to give ingress and egress and there is other
property the petitioner owns which will give more desirable ingress and
egress to Pl District. Stated inasmuch as this is not being developed as
parking then in his opinion did not see why it could not be changed at this
time without plan.
Mr. Ventura stated two petitions have been tabled because plan was not
submitted and that it would not be fair to grant an exception in Mr. Whipple's
case.
Mr. Whipple stated in his opinion this is not the same situation as the
previous cases. Mr. Greene agreed with Mr. Whipple.
Mr. Ventura stated that once this is rezoned who is going to police it.
Mr. Greene suggested petitioner submit simple sketch showing ingress and
egress.
Mr. Whipple stated his client is more interested in having approval of
original petition for gas station.
Mr. Robinson made the following motion which the Chair ruled out of order
inasmuch as it does not abide by ordinance.
RESOLVED that, plan as required by Section 13.05, Zoning
Ordinance, No. 60 not be required for Petition No. Z-124
as submitted by Rose Wilson requesting chancre of zoning
in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 32 from C-2 to Pl.
Mr. Fred Creger, The Texas Company suggested petition be granted subject
to plan being submitted.
No one was present opposed to petition as submitted.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Lepo and seconded by Mr. Miller, it was
#8-282-55 RESOLVED that, Petition No. Z-124 as submitted by Rose Wilson
for a change of zoning in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 32
from C-2 to P1 be tabled until September 20, 1955 in order to
give petitioner opportunity to present plan in triplicate
as required by Section 13.05, Zoning Ordinance, No. 60.
A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following:
AYES: Miller, Lutz, Greene, Lepo, Steinhoff and Ventura
NAYS: Hay, Harsha and Robinson
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Lepo, seconded by Mr. Steinhoff and
unanimously carried, it was
#8-283-55 RESOLVED that, Public Hearing held August 16, 1955 be
closed.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted and at approximately
10:36 p.m. called the 60th Regular Meeting to order.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Hay and seconded by Mr. Harsha, it was
#8-284-55 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been
held June 7, 1955 the City Planning Commission does hereby
grant petition by Mrs. Rose Wilson and Arthur E. Whipple
requesting permission to erect "Type EM Texas Company" gas
and oil station on portion of Parcel L located on the
Southeast corner of Plymouth Road and Levan Road in the
Northeast 1/4 of Section 32 subject to Zoning Ordinance
No. 60, and
FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above hearing was sent
to property owners within 500 feet, petitioners and
City Departments as listed in the Proof of Service.
A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following:
AYES: Hay and Harsha
NAYS: Miller, Greene, Lepo, Steinhoff, Ventura and Robinson
NOT VOTING: Lotz
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution lost and petition denied.'
The secretary announced that the next item on the agehda was 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 20a, Garden Farms Subdivision on the Southwest
corner of Seven Mile Road and Goff Avenue in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 12
The secretary read letter from Mr. and Mrs. Armstrong. Rev. J. F. Freeman
and Harold Raymond, Attorney, 1746 Penobscot Building, Detroit were present.
Mr. Ventura asked the number of people church will seat. Rev. Freeman
stated 131.
Mr. Raymond stated church services are held twice on Sunday - 9:45 to 12:00
p.m. and 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. and Wednesday in the evening. Stated average
use of building and facilities will be less than eight hours in seven days.
Mr. Harsha stated he visited site and Public Works are cutting street
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Mr. Steinhoff stated if petitioner were to establish a greenbelt, it would
cut down parking facilities.
Mr. Lepo asked whether church has bought property. Rev. Freeman stated it
has not.
Mr. Robinson asked whether they intended to expand church. Rev. Freeman
stated not at this time. Stated year before last congregation totaled
45 people. Stated there is possibility of obtaining property in back of
property in question.
Mr. Lepo stated that from a traffic point of view he cannot see church on
this corner.
Mr. Raymond stated they are providing adequate parking for themselves.
Mrs. Walter Dixon, 29204 Bretton Road stated there is another way of getting
into this property from Inkster Road and that some of the congregation would
use this route.
Mr. Ward Clements, Foch stated Police records would show the number of
accidents between Floral and Inkster. Stated he knew of only three or four
in the last two years.
Mr. Alfred Edwards, 27533 Pembroke stated he lived there last six years and
did not see where there are any accidents.
Mrs. Armstrong stated there have been accidents at Angling Road and Seven
Mile Road but not at Foch and Seven Mile Road.
Mr. Greene asked whether petitioner was aware that a greenbelt is
required. Mr.Raymond stated they will comply.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Robinson and seconded by Mr. Lotz, it was
#8-285-55 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held
an August 9, 1955 the City Planning Commission does hereby
grant the petition by Rev. J. F. Freeman, Emmanuel Church of
The Nazarene requesting permission to move into the City of
Livonia church building located on SantaClara East of Lacher
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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, 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.
A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following:
AYES: Miller, Lotz, Greene, Steinhoff, Harsha, Ventura and
Robinson
NAYS: Hay
NOT VOTING: Lepo
The secretary read letter dated July 28, 1955 from Marie W. Clark, City
Clerk regarding City Council resolution No. 388-55 referring to this
commission for recommendation parking requirements for bowling alleys,
The secretary also read letter dated July 21, 1955 from George D. Haller
City Attorney addressed to Mrs. Marie W. Clark, City Clerk and proposed-
amendment to Ordinance, No. 60 amending Section 4.38.
Lieutenant Bob Perry left meeting at approximately 11:04 p.m.
Mr. Ventura stated that Councilman W. W. Edgar maintains that when people
come to bowling alley four members would usually come in one car so that
three cars per alley would be average and five cars would assume that all
five _members of a team came separately. Stated Mr. Edgar being closely
affiliated with bowling alleys he should know what he is talking about.
Mr. Lepo stated he did some bowling in the past at many different alleys
and that he has never found parking lot adequate at any bowling alley.
Stated he couldn't recall where more than one member came in one car.
Mr. Greene suggested compromising to reduction of four parking spaces per
alley. Wondered whether commission should make spot judgement and suggested
item be referred to consultant.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Harsha, seconded by Mr. Greene and unanimously
carried, it was
#8-286-55 RESOLVED that, letter dated July 28, 1955 from Marie W.
Clark, City Clerk regarding City Council Resolution No.
388-55 referring to this commission for recommendation
parking requirements for bowling alleys and related
information be forwarded to Albe Munson, Planning Con-
sultant for his investigation and recommendation.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
There was a brief discussion regarding use of certified and registered
mail.
Mr. Greene stated in his opinion this commission should not substitute
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certified for registered mail.
Mr. Harsha stated in view of legal interpretation, did not know
whether or not there has been court case. Mr. Haller stated certified is
only a few months old therefore there has not been time.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Greene and seconded by Mr. Hay, it was
#8-287-55 RESOLVED that, wherever Zoning Ordinance, No. 60 and/ or
State Statute specifies registered mail that this
commission should continue to use registered mail.
A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following:
AYES: Miller, Lotz, Greene, Lepo, Steinhoff, Hay and Ventura
NAYS: Harsha and Robinson
Mr. Hay stated he objected to first paragraph on Page 919 of minutes of
meeting June 14, 1955.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Greene and seconded by Mr. Robinson, it was
#8-288-55 RESOLVED that, minutes of meetings June 7, June 21,
June 28 and July 12, 1955 be approved as presented.
A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following:
AYES: Greene, Lepo, Steinhoff, Hay, Harsha, Ventura and
Robinson
NAYS: None
NOT VOTING: Miller and Lotz
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Robinson and seconded by Mr. Lepo, it was
#8-289-55 RESOLVED THAT, minutes of meeting June 14, 1955 be approved
as corrected striking word "his" from sentence appearing on
Page 989 (Members copy of minutes) which reads "...It was
established under Section 285, Public Acts of Micrigan, 1931,
as amended that commissioners should serve until his
successor takes office...."
A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following:
AYES: Lepo, Steinhoff, Ventura and Robinson
NAYS: Greene, Hay and Harsha
NOT VOTING: Miller and Lotz
The Chairman appointed Messrs. Lotz, Miller and Lepo to attend City Council
meetings August 15 through September 15, 1955.
The secretary read opinion dated August 12, 1955 from George D. Haller,
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City Attorney as requested in Resolution No. 7-259-55 requesting
clarification by Rev. E.C. Crandall whether or not the has to have the
approval of this commission under Section 5.02 (b) or any other section .
of City Ordinance for his wife to care for four children during the day
On a motion duly made by Mr. Lepo, seconded by fir. Robinson and
unanimously carried, this 60th Regular Meeting of the City Planning
Commission was duly adjourned at 11:35 p.m., August 16, 1955.
William R. Robinson, Acting Secretary
ATTESTED:
Peter A. Ventura, Chairman