City
of South Lyon
Vice-Chair
Weipert called
the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
All
present recited the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
Present:
Commissioners Lewandowski, Bradley, Mosier, Culbertson,
Weipert, Tartaglia,
Subotich, Kuntzweil
and Lanam.
Also
present were Chuck Cairns (Planning Consultant), Kristen Cunningham, Director of
Community and Economic Development, and Parvin Lee (City Attorney)
Approval
of Agenda:
Motion by Bradley, supported by Mosier
Vote
Motion Carried Unanimously
Approval
of Minutes:
Motion
by Culbertson, supported by Lanam
To
approve of the Minutes for February 9, 2006 as amended.
No
public comment.
South
Lyon Community Schools- PC#03-05 Final Site Plan Review
Kenaith
Kenaith, Atwell Hicks, Project engineer
Kenaith
stated they had satisfied the Police Chief’s concerns. The crosswalk that was
requested has been added. She briefly reviewed the plan, pointing out the
dedicated turn lanes and crosswalk on the display.
Weipert
asked if the Road Commission had approved the plans. Kenaith replied they
approved the measurements but the plans are still being reviewed. No problems
have been communicated and there is nothing in writing.
Culbertson
asked if Hubbell, Roth and Clark had any concerns. Kenaith replied she was not
aware of any. Weipert asked about Hubbell, Roth, and Clark’s reference to
documenting traffic. Kenaith explained that was addressed with the traffic study
that was completed at the beginning of this project.
Cairns
stated in his comments, it was noted that seven trees would be removed and six
of the seven would be relocated. The seventh tree is a large one, however
because of the age and size of the tree it is not reasonable to relocate it. He
commended the applicant for saving the six trees. He continued by asking if the
gap between two lanes in the road had been corrected as the Road Commission
requested. Kenaith replied yes.
Cairns
noted if at some point the school wanted to add a sign the building department
would handle that.
Subotich
stated he was very happy to see this project. It has been needed for a long
time.
Mosier
asked how the light would control traffic. Kenaith explained it would need to be
monitored in the beginning to see what would work best.
Weipert thanked the applicant for adding the crosswalk.
Motion
by Bradley, supported by Lanam
To approve South
Lyon Community Schools- PC#03-05 Final Site Plan
Vote
MOTION
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
Review
of Site Plan Expiration Language- City Code
Cairns
stated when last discussed the Commissioners suggested some changes which had
been added and highlighted. The language would make the ordinance clearer. He
also noted the full fee would be applied when someone has to re-apply.
Weipert
asked if there was still a question as to whether or not a fee applied.
Cunningham stated a fee would be applied and noted this language is what the
Commissioners asked for.
Culbertson
asked if there needed to be clarification regarding the whether the expiration
date applied to the preliminary or final plans. Cairns stated it could be either
one. Weipert asked if construction could begin without final approval.
Cunningham stated in some cases some things could be started with only
preliminary so leaving it open would be helpful for the city. Cairns noted that
is correct, it would be best to give the city the flexibility.
Motion by Lewandowski, supported by Subotich
To
recommend approval to City Council changes in City Code section 102-131, sub
section G, section 102-391, and section 102-392.
Vote
MOTION
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
Elections- Chair, Vice-chair, Secretary
Cunningham
explained the process for conducting the elections.
Weipert
asked for nominations for Secretary. Subotich
nominated Commissioner Mosier. Mosier declined. Weipert nominated Commissioner
Bradley. Bradley accepted. There were no other nominations.
Cairns
stated since there was no competition for the seat, a vote would not be
necessary.
Commissioner
Bradley was appointed Secretary.
Weipert
asked for nominations for Vice-chair. Bradley nominated Commissioner Mosier.
Mosier accepted the nomination. There were no other nominations. Commissioner
Mosier was appointed Vice-Chair.
Weipert
asked for nominations for Chair. Subotich nominated Commissioner Weipert for
Chair, Bradley supported the nomination. Weipert accepted the nominations.
Lewandowski nominated himself for Chair.
A
vote was conducted by private ballot. Bradley collected and counted the ballots.
The vote was six in favor of Weipert and two in favor of Lewandowski.
Commissioner Weipert was appointed Chair.
Weipert
asked if the Commission needed to appoint a liaison to the Zoning Board of
Appeals. Cunningham stated the mayor must appoint those members if there was a
seat available. Subotich stated if there is a seat available he would like to be
appointed. Cunningham stated she would find out and if available, talk to the
mayor.
Staff
Reports
Cunningham
stated a request to rezone the end of Mill Street would be coming up is will be
at the April 13, 2006 meeitng.
Cunningham
stated Lyon Auto Wash would be present for the April 13th meeting
because they would like to build a storage shed. Bradley asked if that would
open the property for review. Cairns stated no parking would be required because
it is a storage facility other than that had not been reviewed. Mosier asked how
the proposed building would affect water retention. Cunningham stated the
applicant would have to work that out.
Lanam
stated he would not be present at the April 13th meeting.
Cunningham
stated the Master Plan needs to be reviewed. The process had been started and it
would be a project for the new few months.
Weipert
asked if the Property Maintenance Code would be added to the next agenda.
Cunningham asked for more information on what direction the Commissioners wanted
to take with the Rental Ordinance. Culbertson asked how they give the city
enough to enforce better maintenance. Cunningham stated they would need to be
very specific. There was a mixed messaged at the last meeting because Morelli
was concerned with the interior but her impression was everyone else was
concerned with the exterior. Culbertson asked how the city would enforce the
items that address the exterior. Cunningham sated if the city attorney and the
building department have specific, detailed, and enforceable items they would go
out, write tickets, and address items in court. Lewandowski noted he is not in
favor of it but would look at it. Subotich noted they would have to be conscious
of the impact to the community. Cunningham stated it would be less costly to
deal with the exteriors. Tartaglia stated it would be helpful to know what
concerns the building department has now. What do they have trouble enforcing?
What would they like to have changed? Cunningham stated she would ask Mr. Veltri
for his input. The Commissioners agreed to work on the Property Maintenance Code
for now and wait on the Rental Ordinance.
Cairns
expressed his congratulations to Ms. Weipert. In all of his years and all the
cities he has worked with, she is the first woman to be Chair of the Planning
Commission.
Motion
by Lewandowski supported by Culbertson
To
adjourn the meeting at 7:58 p.m.
Vote
MOTION
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
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Pam
Weipert, Chairperson
Jennifer Knapp, Recording Secretary
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Keith
Bradley, Secretary