HomeMy WebLinkAboutPLANNING MINUTES 1956-05-01 MINUTES OF A PUBLIC HEARCNG OF THE
CITY PLANNING COMMISSION
On May 1, 1956 the above meeting 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 8:04 p.m.
Members present: Robert L. Greene H. Paul Harsha Wiliam R. Robinson
Robert L. Miller Daniel Lepo Fred A. Lotz
Members absent: *Karle Steinhoff
Lieutenant Bob Perry, Livonia Fire Department was present together with
approximately 80 people attending the Public Hearing.
The secretary read letter dated March 19, 1956 from Mark T. Jacobson, Vice-
President, Edward Raie & Sons, Inc. requesting approval of preliminary plat of
Livonia Meadows Subdivision located between Curtis Avenue and Six Mile Road
and between Deering Avenue and Inkster Road in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 12.
The secretary also read letters dated May 1, 1956 from Donald Wilson, Chief
Inspector; dated April 20, 1956 from Clara W. Karr, Secretary, Parks and
?recreation Commission and dated April 16, 1956 from Calvin Roberts, Chief
Livonia Fire Department. The secretary stated a telephone call was received
from Benton Yates, Supt., Livonia Public Schools indicating that Mr. Jacobson
had not returned to discuss school site in Section 12; therefore a letter was
hot prepared for Commission's meeting. Mr. Mark T. Jacobson was present.
*Mr. Karle Steinhoff arrived at meeting at approximately 8:06 p.m.
Mr. Harsha, Chairman Plat Committee stated he finds a number of lots which are
less than 60'; therefore did not consider plat. Stated his report is that
proposed plat not be considered at this time.
Mr. Lepo, Member of the Plat Committee concurred with Mr. Harsha.
Mr.Greene asked Mr. Jacobson about school site. Mr. Jacobson stated he has
not met with the Parks and Recreation Commission for a number of months and
that it was his understanding that they wish to acquire site. Stated as recent
as a little over one week ago he met with the School Board. Stated it is his
understanding that the purpose of the Master Plan is to apprise various people
of desire of Parks and Recreation Commission and School District to acquire
sites. Once a plan is designed, it is obligation of Parks and Recreation
Commission and School District to acquire sites; thereby owner of property is
not left holding property indefinitely. Stated they have had land as long as
two years and have attempted on a number of occasions to come to terms with
School .Board. Made offer with Mr. Benton Yates as recently as a week ago to
sell land for far less than the present market value. Stated Mr. Yates and
Edward Rose & Sons, Inc. do not see eye to eye in how far organization should
go with assistance to schools. Felt that he (Mr. Jacobson) had right to plat
subject property and that if School District feels that they want site they
can condemn it. If Commission feels that is desirable location for school and
park site, offered to leave sites out for subsequent acquisition. Stated they
had no intent to plat property but feel that the owner shouldn't completely
solve their problem. Stated they would like to plat entire parcel excluding
school and park sites and that they would rather come to a conclusion.
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Mr. Harsha stated a number of lots are not on a curved surface and that in the G
last year Commission has approved 51 less frontage on lots that abut cul-de-sac
or a curved street. Mr. Jacobson stated plat can be amended making lots at
least 601 wide.
Mr. Steinhoff asked whether Mr. Jacobson had considered a service drive on the
lots that face Inkster Road. Referred to recent resolution adopted by
Commission that no lots should front on mile roads.
Mr. Greene stated as pointed out in Mr. Munson's recommendation there is an
extra depth of 131 ippsaFh tier of lots along Inkster Road and that this 26'
could provide an 81strip and an 181 access drive inside of right-of-way.
Mr. Jacobson stated if they can do it they will although there is an existing
house that they have no control over.
Mr. Steinhoff stated that if existing house is set back far enough, owners
will be happy to have such an arrangement.
Mr. Miller pointed out that Deering between Six Mile Road and Bobrich and
Pershing Avenue from Vargo to Deering are a little long. Mr. Jacobson stated
it was felt that cul-de-sac and Maureen Avenue could be considered an inter-
section. Stated there would be no problem to exclude two lots in order to
have an additional opening.
Mr. Robinson asked location of park and school sites. Mr. Jacobson stated
sites include North 15 acres.
The exact location of the additional opening was briefly discussed.
Mr. C. E. Clark, 17961 Deering asked whether houses would face on Deering.
Mr. Jacobson stated homes will face Deering.
Mr. Clark asked about paving of Deering Avenue. Mr. Jacobson stated they are
willing to pave their half of Deering Avenue and that they will join in with
any petitions to pave West half of Deering Avenue.
Mr.William N. Ponder, City Attorney arrived at meeting at approximately 8:29
p.m.
Mr. Clark stated that at one time there was discussion of boulevard and asked
whether it was shown on City plan. Mr. Robinson stated a plat has never been
approved for this area and that subdivider is required to pave his half of
pavement.
Mr. Clark asked whether only half the road could be paved. Mr. Robinson
stated it could.
Mr. Arthur Tent, 18051 Deering stated he would like item tabled until they
propose school site in area. Mr. Robinson stated there is a designated school
and park site and that that would have to be cleared up before a plat is
approved.
Mr. Miller questioned whether there is a ravine running through property.
Mr. Jacobson stated property drains in two ways and went into brief detail.
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Mr. Robinson stated creek should be shown on plat. Also suggested arrangements
be made with Parks and Recreation and School Board regarding sites.
Mr. Jacobson stated they would like to present a satisfactory plan and that
in the meantime if they are able to work out something with School Board and
Parks and Recreation Department they will. Requested item be tabled until
Commission's next meeting.
Mrs. Donald Bachman, 18001 Lathers stated that there were six dead end streets
proposed on Deering and that she had not had an opportunity to see latest plat
Pointed out that there will be children traveling on Deering and that there
is only one access to subdivision. Stated most of the through traffic is now
using Lathers but when Deering is a full street traffic will use Deering.
Mr. Jacobson stated plat submitted at this time shows only three openings on
Deering.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Miller, seconded by Mr. Greene and unanimously
carried, it was
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#5-]*8-56 RESOLVED that, Livonia Meadows Subdivision located between
Curtis Avenue and Six Mile Road and between Deering Avenue
and Inkster Road in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 12 be
tabled until May 15, 1956.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
The secretary announced that the next item on the agenda was proposed
Koloff's Greenbriar Meadows Subdivision and Koloff's Greenbriar Meadows Sub-
division, No. 2 located on the South side of Five Mile Road approximately 1,300
feet West of Ashurst Road in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 21. The secretary
read letters dated April 5, 1956 from George Harmon, Chief, Livonia Police
Department; dated March 29, 1956 addressed to Chief George E. Harmon from
Sergeant Robert G. Campbell, Traffic Division; dated April 9, 1956 from
Laurence J. Aubert, 35217 Five Mile Road; dated May 1, 1956 from Donald Wilson
Chief Inspector and dated May 1, 1956 from Calvin Roberts, Chief Livonia Fire
Department. Mr. Henry Koloff was present.
Mr. Harsha, Chairman Plat Committee stated a few lots are only 55' and that
these lots are not located on a cul-de-sac or curved street. Referred to Albe
Munson's recommendation in which it was suggested that certain lots be turned
around to face Lyndon Road.
Mr. Koloff stated he talked to Mr. Munson and that he mentioned that he would
like lot lines perpendicular to the right-of-way lines. Stated this would be
done when parcel is surveyed. Stated it is not their intent to stop flow of
drain and that the County will inform them of the size pipe needed to continue
its preselt drain. Stated he will agree to whatever size water main the Fire
Department recommends.
Mr. Robinson asked members whether they wished lots facing Lyndon as suggested.
Mr. Miller and Mr. Lepo stated they were in agreement with suggestion.
Mr. Miller asked possibility of having 60' corner lots made larger. Mr. Koloff
stated they will be larger.
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Mr. Greene suggested a second means of access to subdivision be provided.
Mr. Koloff stated there is a proposed subdivision in the planning stage adjoin—
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his property.
Mr. Greene stated Commission has no assurance of this. Stated if access is
blocked there would not be another way of getting into subdivision.
Mr. Robinson suggested a lot temporarily be vacated and used as street until
adjoining subdivision is platted. Suggested lot be gravelled instead of paved.
Mr. Miller asked the length of time needed to develop this proposed subdivision.
Mr. Koloff stated approximately two years.
No one was present opposed to proposed subdivision.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Harsha and seconded by Mr. Lepo, it was
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#5-1i1:1-56 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held
on March 20, 1956 the City Planning Commission does hereby
give approval to preliminary plat of Koloff's Greenbriar
Meadows Subdivision and Koloff's Greenbriar Meadows Subdivision
No. 2 located on the South side of Five Mile Road approximately
1,300 feet West of Ashurst Road in the Northwest 1/4 of Section
21 subject to: (1) All lots on Lyndon Road to face Lyndon
Road; (2) All lots (specifically Lots 54 and 63) meet required
minimum of 60'; (3) One lot tentatively reserved for ingress
and egress to Five Mile Road said lot to be surfaced with gravel
and left vacant until such time as same other means of ingress
and egress is provided (adjoining property is developed) and
(4) Recommendation dated May 1, 1956 from Calvin Roberts, Chief
Livonia Fire Department, and
FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above hearing was sent to the
abutting property owners, proprietor, City Departments as
listed in the Proof of Service and copies of the Plat together
with notice having been sent to The Building Department,
Superintendent of Schools, School Board President, Fire Depart—
ment and members of the Plat Committee.
A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following:
AYES: Miller, Greene, Harsha, Lepo and Steinhoff
NAYS: None
NOT VOTING: Robinson and Lotz
The secretary read Petition No. M-7 dated March 6, 1956 by Lincoln Welton,
Attorney for Christ the King Evangelical Lutheran Church requesting
permission to use portion of Parcel 34Hlalal for cr_urch and related purposes
located on the East side of Farmington Road approximately 250 feet North of
Oregon Avenue in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 34. The secretary also read
letter dated April 12, 1956 from Calvin Roberts, Chief, Livonia Fire Depart—
ment. Mr. Lincoln Welton and Rev. Kenneth Larkin were present.
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Mr. Welton stated the church building will not be located on parcel in
question and that they will comply with all regulations as suggested. Stated
there is a possibility of a Sunday School being built in the future.
Mr. Greene stated that in case of fire etc. there should be complete access to
property.
Mr. Lepo stated petitioner should be specific regarding use of property.
No one was present opposed to petition.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Greene, seconded by Mr. Steinhoff and unanimously
carried, it was
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#5-142-56 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held
April 17, 1956 the City Planning Commission does hereby grant
Petition M-7 by Lincoln Welton, Attorney for Christ the King
Evangelical Lutheran Church requesting permission to use
portion of Parcel Hlalal for church and related purposes
located on the East side of Farmington Road approximately 250
feet North of Oregon Avenue in the Southwest 1/4 of Section
34 subject to any correction of legal description, 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 fore:ping resolution adopted and called a recess at
approximately 9:14 p.m.
The Chairman called the Public Hearing to order at approximately 9:26 p.m.
with all present as named at the beginning and course of meeting.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Steinhoff, seconded by Mr. Greene and
unanimously carried, it was
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#5-143-56 RESOLVED that, Commission depart from regular order of
business to hear Item No. 7 as shown on agenda.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
The secretary read Petition M-10 by Clarence Jahn, Jahn's Livonia Hardware
Company requesting permission to establish a carnival beginning May 4 and end-
ing M ay 6, 1956 on Parcels 21B7 and 21B8 located on the South side of Five Mile
Road approximately 300 feet West of Farmington Road in the Northeast 1/4 of
Section 21. Mr. Wade was present representing Mr. Jahn.
Mr. Robinson asked the type of rides in carnival. Mr. Wade stated it is not
a carnival as there will not be booths except for rifle shooting. Stated
there will be a merry-go-round, etc.
Mr. Greene asked whether it will be located directly on Five Mile Road.
Mr. Wade stated it will be close to school and that inasmuch as they are
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putting in sewer they will belocated approximately 2001 from highway West of
store.
Mr. Edward Miller, 15450 Stamford stated he objects to carnival (1) Willcreate
noise; (2) Carnivals generally bring along undesirables and (3) 2:30 p.m. some
of their employees were using the outdoors for sanitary facilities.
Mr. Clare Lyke, 15104 Stamford stated they are digging a very large ditch there
for sewer and most of the people have quite a time keeping their children
home. Stated ditch is running directly in front of property they are going
to use for carnival purposes.
Mr. Robinson asked Mr. Wade whether he intends to rope off area where ditch is
located. Mr. Wade stated he was under the impression that it was to be filled
in. Mr. Robinson asked if ditch is not filled in, then what. Mr. Wade stated
he will do all that is in his power.
Mr. Edward Miller stated contractors are not going to finish ditch in a day or
two.
Mr. Lyke stated proposed location is very close to subdivision. Realize that
it is a business district but that there are homes immediately behind. Stated
the reason there are not more present objecting to petition is the people
were assuming it would fall along the same line as carnival held last year.
Stated people are not aware that this is a full size carnival. Stated to his
knowledge the carnival is already up.
Mr. Robinson stated carnival cannot be operated without the permission of
Commission.
Mr. Lyke stated usually permission of this type is given to civic benefit. `
Mr. Wade stated Mr. Jahn has indicated that profits from carnival are going
to the Auxiliary Police.
Mr. Lotz asked the time at night rides would be operated to. Mr. Wade stated
11:00 p.m.
Mr. Robinson asked whether the store closed at 9:00 p.m. Mr. Wade stated he
did not know.
Mr. Robinson asked whether the rides would be closed at the time store is
closed. Mr. Wade stated he will run rides as long as there are people.
Mr. Robinson asked if there would be a charge for rides. Mr. Wade stated
there would.
Mr. Greene asked about safety. Mr. Wade stated he did' not have the facilities
to block it off.
Mr. Harsha stated petition has been filed by Clarence Jahn. Stated resolution
could be made to grant petition with that provision.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Greene and seconded by Mr. Lepo, it was
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#5-14-4-56 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held
the City Planning Commission does hereby grant Petition M-10
by Clarence P. Jahn, Jahn's Livonia Hardware Company request-
ing permission to establish a carnival beginning May 4 and
ending May 6, 1956 on Parcels 21B7 and 21B8 located on the
South side of Five Mile Road approximately 300 feet West of
Farmington Road in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 21 subject to
the provisions that area where sewer ditch is located is
roped off and carnival closing at 11:00 p.m., 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: Greene, Harsha, Lepo and Robinson
NAYS: Miller, Steinhoff and Lotz
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Lepo, seconded by Mr. Steinhoff and unanimously
carried, it was
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#5-145 56 RESOLVED that, Commission return to regular order of business.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
The secretary announced that the next item on the agenda wis Petition No. Z-153
by Michael J. and Helen J. Watchko requesting that the zoning classification
of Parcel 31FF2c located on the West side of Hix Road approximately 680 feet
North of Joy Road in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 31 be changed from RUFB to
R-2. The secretary read letter dated April 27, 1956 from M. J. Watchko. The
petitioner nor a representative was present.
No one was present objecting to petition.
Mr. Steinhoff asked if he is correct in assuming that Commission can more or
less go along with request of petitioner that first 600 feet be changed only.
Mr. Robinson stated "yes".
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Lotz, seconded by Mr. Harsha and unanimously
carried, it was
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#5- -56 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held
on Petition No. Z-153 on March 20, 1956 as submitted by
Michael J. and Helen J. Watchko for change of zoning in the
Southwest 1/4 of Section 31 from RUFB to R-2 the City Planning
Commission does hereby recommend to the City Council that
Petition No. Z-153 be granted as amended by sketch identified
by sighature of Secretary, and
FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above hearing was published in
the official newspaper, The Livonian under date of March 1,
1956 and notice of which hearing was sent to The Detroit Edison
Company, Chesapeake & Ohio Railway Company, Michigan Bell Tele-
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phone Company, The Consumer Power Company, City Departments
and petitioners as listed in the Proof of Service. °'�
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
The secretary read Petition M-8 by Jack L. Towers, Towers Gift Shop requesting
permission to use Parcel 25Q29 for the sale of Bird Baths, Lawn Furniture,
Jardiniers, etc. located on the North side of Plymouth Road approximately 75
feet West of Camden Road in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 25. Mr. Jack Towers
was present.
Mr. Towers stated his one cash register is located in the gift shop (located
on Parcel 25Q30).
Mr. Lotz asked whether display would be behind property line. Mr. Towers
stated it would.
Mr. Harsha asked about off-street parking. Mr. Towers stated there is room
for 25 cars.
Mr. Robinson asked how far down Camden the display would be located. Mr. Towers
stated approximately 1001 from property line on Plymouth Road.
No one was present objecting to petition.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Steinhoff, seconded by Mr. Lotz and unanimously
carried, it was
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#5- 56 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held }'
the City Planning Commission does hereby grant Petition M-8
by Jack L. Towers, Towers Gift Shop requesting permission to
use Parcel 25Q29 for the sale of Bird Baths, Lawn Furniture,
Jardiniers, etc. located on the North side of Plymouth Road
approximately 75 feet West of Camden Road in the Southwest
1/4 of Section 25, and
FURTHER RESOLVED, notice o f the above hearing was sent to
property owners within 500 feet, petitioner and City Depart-
ments as listed in the Proof cr Service.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
The secretary announced that the next item on the agenda was Petition No.
Z-156 by Floyd Rice requesting that zoning classification of Parcel 29G4G5G6
located on the Northeast corner of Levan Road and Chesapeake & Ohio Railway
in the NUrtheai;t 1/4 of Section 29 be changed from M-1 to M-2. Mr. Harry Mack
was present representing the petitioner.
Mr. Mack submitted plot plan as requested.
Mr. Steinhoff asked what purpose land will be used for. Mr. Mack stated they
have had several people interested in property but when they find out that it
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is zoned M-1 rather than M-2 they no longer show interest. Stated there is
little property located on the railroad that is zoned M-2.
Eight were present objecting to petition as presented.
Mrs. Serella, 34383 Schoolcraft Road stated she did not think petition was
proper and that petitioner should indicate use of property.
Mrs. Ruby Dietrich, 35700 Schoolcraft Road stated they have fought for nine
years to keep area M-1 and that presently the railroad separates M-1 from M-2
District.
Mr. Harsha stated it does leave a large buffer between M-1 and end of RUF
District.
Mr. Robinson stated parcel is approximately 2,000' away from first RUF District.
Mr. Greene asked Mr. Mack whether his chief reason is that as M-2 it is more
marketable than if zoned M-l. Mr. Mack stated that is his chief reason.
Mr. Greene stated there is no set pattern along railroad but the question is
if M=2 is so much more saleable there might be a tendency to change more M-1
to M-2.
Mr. Miller stated most of these existing homes are -1 area and some are in
the M-2 area on Levan Road.
Mr. Robinson stated main concern is property owners on Schoolcraft Road.
Mr. Miller stated in his opinion there dzould be wider RUF area than what is
existing.
The following motion was made by Mr. Miller, seconded by Mr. S+einhoff but
later withdrawn.
RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held
on April 17, 1956 on Petition No. Z-156 as submitted by Floyd
Rice for a change of zoning in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 29
from M-1 to M-2 the City Planning Commission does hereby
recommend to the City Council that Petition No. Z-156 be denied
because it is rezoning for saleability rather than occupancy.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Greene and seconded by Mr. Lepo, it was
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#5- -56 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held
on April 17, 1956 on Petition No. Z-156 as submitted by
Floyd Rice for a change of zoning in the Northeast 1/4 of
Section 29 from M-1 to M-2 the City Planning Commission does
hereby recommend to the City Council that Petition No. Z-156
be denied on the basis that there is adequate M-2 areas
without adding this parcel, and
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FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above hearing was published
in the official newspaper, The Livonian under date of
March 20, 1956 and notice of which hearing was sent to The
Detroit Edison Company, Chesapeake & Ohio Railway Company f:
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, Greene, Lepo, Steinhoff and Robinson
NAYS: Harsha and Lotz
The secretary read letter dated March 21, 1956 from Marie W. Clark, City Clerk
regarding City Council Resolution No. 167-56 tabling paving of West Chicago
Road and the recommendation of the City Planning Commission dated M arch 2,
1956, as to Half Mile Roads.
Mr. Harsha stated Master Plan was adopted before developments. Stated unless
it is controlled by traffic signs there is going to be a great deal of traffic
pushed through what is residential area. Stated width of pavement should be
controlled and that if West Chicago is to be used as an important thoroughfare
he would object.
Mr. Miller stated 861 is good planning and it should be continued but that
West Chicago isn't full width anywhere.
Mr. Harsha stated traffic cannot go through now but if West Chicago is cut
through there will be trouble.
Mr. J. H. Parkinson, 29677 West Chicago stated it is the desire of the people
to have pavement 34' wide. Stated when there was a possibility of having a
44' street 90% of the people on WestChicago signed petition asking that street
be left at 34'. Petition was forwarded to Bel-Aire Subdivision and their full
support was obtained for narrow width. Petition was presented to the City
Council with other general facts: (1) West Chicago is a residential street;
(2) Danger to children as there are several schools located on West Chicago;
(3) Speed of traffic and (4) Wider pavement will destroy neighborhood
atmosphere. Stated they could not agree that WestChicago would releave some
of the traffic conjestion as it stops on the East at Rouge Park and on the
West by Henry Ruff Road.
Mr. Peter A. Ventura, 9106 Middlebelt Road questioned whether or not the entire
Master Thoroughfare Plan shouldn't be re-evaluated. Stated according to the
State Law, the Master Plan can be amended at any time if the Commission so
desires. West Chicago deems revision and could see no necessity for through
way. Stated Master Plan is based on a plan that is outmolded. Stated it was
indicated by the City Council that they are in favor of 34' right-of-way.
Mr. Steinhoff stated half mile roads are not under the jurisdiction of the
County.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Miller, seconded by Mr. Harsha and unanimously
carried, it was
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#5-1#9-56 RESOLVED that, City Planning Commission recommend to the City
Council that $61 right-of-way be kept and that a 341 pavement
be adopted for West Chicago Road.
The CPa irman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
The secretary read letter dated March 29, 1956 from Marie W. Clark, City Clerk
regarding City Council Resolution No. 197-56 referring to Commission request
of residents for the opening of Munger Avenue between the portion running
easterly from Merriman Road and the existing section between Henry Ruff Road
and Middlebelt Road in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 14. The secretary also
read letters dated March 6, 1956 from Marie W. Clark, City Clerk addressed to
W. R. McCary, City Engineer and dated March 22, 1956 from W. R. McCary, City
Engineer addressed to Mrs. Marie W. Lark, City Clerk.
Mr. Greene asked who was asking for this and why.
Mr. Ventura stated the City Council referred this matter to the City Planning
Commission in order that Commission can determine whether or not it would be
good planning to put road through.
Mr. Greene suggested item be tabled until Mr. Munson has had opportunity to
study item completely.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Harsha, seconded by Mr. Miller and unanimously
carried, it was
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#5 -56 RESOLVED that, opening of Munger Avenue between the portion
running Easterly from Merriman Road and the existing section
between Henry Ruff and Middlebelt Roads in the Northwest 1/4
of Section 14 as referred to Commission by City Council
Resolution No. 197-56 be tabled until the neighborhood study
is completed by Albe Munson, Planning Consultant.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
Lieutenant Bob Perry was excused from meeting at approximately 10:34 p.m.
The secretary read letter dated March 27, 1956 from Ex-Mayor E. M. Hartom
regarding proposed planting plan for the West Chicago Road Reservoir as sub-
mitted by Wayne County Road Commissioners. Permission to erect water
reservoirs was granted May 25, 1955 subject to greenbelt planting according
to specifications of Parks and Recreation Department and Planning Commission.
Mr. Greene suggested item be referred to Parks and Recreat'on Commission for
their suggestions and then sent back to Wayne County Road Commissioners.
Mr. Ventura stated residents in Chicago Heights Subdivision would like to appear
before Commission regarding planting plan.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Greene, seconded by Mr. Steinhoff and
unanimously carried, it was
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##5-151-56 RESOLVED that, planting plan for the West Chicago Road CZ
Reservoir as submitted by Wayne County Road Commissioners,
minutes of meetings held by the City Planning Commission re-
garding water reservoirs and recommendation dated April 13,
1956 by Albe Munson, Planning Consultant be referred to the
Parks and Recreation Commission for study and that they
meet with Commission May 29, 1956 with specific suggestions
and recommendation.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
The secretary announced that the next item on the agenda was Petition No. Z-143
by Leona M. LaGrant requesting that zoning classification of Lots 10a, 10b1,
lOb2, llal, lla2, llb and 16, Elmwood Farms Subdivision located on the South
side of Norfolk Avenue between Louise and Hugh Avenues in the Northeast 1/4 of
Section 2 be changed from RUFB to R-1-B. The petitioner nor a representative
was present.
Mr. Robinson stated Mrs. LaGrant called him regarding this and wanted to know
what had happened to petition. Indicated to him that she might have other
plans. Suggested a letter be written asking whether she wishes to have further
action taken on petition.
Mr. Lepo suggested petition be tabled until study has been completed by
Mr. Munson or that petition be denied without prejudice.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Lepo and seconded by Mr. Steinhoff, it was
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#5-152-56 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearinghaving been held
January 10, 1956 on Petition No. Z-143 as submitted by
Mrs. Leona M. LaGrant for a change of zoning in the Northeast
1/4 of Section 2 from RUFB to R-1-B the City Planning
Commission does hereby recommend to the City Council that
Petition No. Z-143, be denied without prejudice, and
FURTHER RESOLVED, notte of the above hearing was published
in the official newspaper, The Livonian under date of
December 22, 1955 and notice of which hearing was sent to
The Detroit Edison Company, Chesapeake & Ohio Railway,
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 resuiedin the following:
AYES: Miller, Greene, Harsha, Lepo, Steinhoff and Lotz
NAYS: None
NOT VOTING: Robinson
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Lotz and seconded by Mr. Lepo, it was
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#5-153-56 RESOLVED that, Inter-Departmental Transfer No. 900 dated
March 31, 1956 for $59.06 be referred to the proper depart-
ment for payment.
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A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following:
AYES: Miller, Greene, Harsha, Lepo, Steinhoff, Robinson and Lotz
NAYS: None
The secretary announced that a petition has been filed with the Plymouth
Township to change zoning South side of Plymouth Road West of Eckles Road to
a Commercial District. Petitioner has presented plans for proposed gas station
to zoning board on April 18, 1956 at which time no action was taken. Stated
matter has been held over until May 16, 1956.
Mr. Robinson stated he had a request from resident that lives on Wyoming
Avenue in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 34. Stated it seems that they are hav-
ing trouble with name of street.
Mr. Lepo asked whether resident has a suggestion. Mr. Robinson stated not
that he knew of.
Mr. Robinson stated that perhaps proper procedure would be that resident submit
petition with request.
Mr. Harsha questioned whether there are several changes that have to be made.
Referred to Arizona which is in alignment with Grandon Avenue East of Merriman
Road.
Mr. Miller stated that from a planning standpoint it is not good that a street
be named one name in one area and another name in another area.
Mr. Robinson stated at the City Council meeting April 30, 1956 a resolution
was adopted contrary to Resolution No. 4-151-56 (regarding opening of West
Chicago and Levan Roads in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 32 through to Plymouth
Road). Stated because of this action there is now a dead end street.
Suggested a cul-de-sac be recommended.
Mr. Greene suggested that problem be referred to Albe Munson for recommendation.
The matter of West Chicago Road being a dead end street in the Northeast 1/4 of
Section 32 was disnussed at length.
Mr. William N. Ponder, City Attorney was excused from meeting at 11:10 p.m.
On a motion duly made, seconded and unanimously adopted this Public Hearing
was duly adjourned at approximately 11:30 p.m., May 1, 1956.
Fred A. Lotz, oecretary
ATTESTED:
William R. Robinson, Chairman