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‘Legends’ seeking alumni photos
Charter Township of Canton Board Proceedings – June 27, 2017
A regular meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Charter Township of Canton was held Tuesday, June 27, 2017 at 1150 Canton
Center S., Canton, Michigan. Supervisor Williams called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. and led the Pledge of Allegiance to
the Flag.
Roll Call
Members Present: Anthony, Foster, Graham-Hudak, Siegrist, Slavens, Sneideman, Williams Members Absent:
None Staff Present: Director Hohenberger, Director Faas, Director Trumbull Sarah Clay, Carolyn Cox Staff Absent: Director
Meier
Adoption of Agenda
Motion by Sneideman, supported by Anthony to amend the agenda by adding the minutes of the June
24, 2017 Board Special Session Meeting and to Add Item: D-1 Discussion of Tax Tribunal Counsel Interviews following the
Consent Calendar. Motion carried unanimously.
Approval of Minutes
Motion by Foster, supported by Anthony to approve the
Board Meeting Minutes of June 13, 2017 as presented. Motion carried unanimously. Motion by Siegrist, supported by Sneideman
to approve the Board Study Session Minutes of June 20, 2017 as presented. Motion carried unanimously. Motion by Foster, sup-
ported by Anthony to approve the Board Special Session Minutes of June 24, 2017 as presented. Motion carried unanimously.
Citizen’s Non-Agenda Item Comments:
George Miller, 1946 Briarfield, commented on a personal issue regarding barking
dogs.
Payment of the Bills:
Motion by Slavens, supported by Sneideman to approve payment of the bills as presented. Motion
carried unanimously.
PRESENTATION: 1) 2016 AUDIT PRESENTATION
Wendy Trumbull, Finance and Budget Director
Sarah Clay, Accounting Manager Frank Audia, Partner, Plante & Moran and Alisha Watkins, Manager, Plante & Moran con-
ducted a PowerPoint presentation to the board regarding the audit. A complete copy of the PowerPoint presentation is available
in the Township Clerk’s Office, 1150 S. Canton Center Road, Canton MI 48188 during regular business hours or by calling 734-
394-5120.
CONSENT CALENDAR: Item C-1. Consider Approval of the Purchase of a Software Upgrade to ArcGIS for
Server Enterprise Required to Upgrade the ESRI Geographic Information System Server. (MSD)
Motion by Siegrist, sup-
ported by Foster approve the purchase of the software upgrade from Basic to Standard for ArcGIS Server Enterprise for a cost
not-to-exceed $9,000. Motion carried unanimously. Motion by Siegrist, supported by Foster to approve the following general
fund budget amendment: Increase Revenue: #101-639 (Planning Plan Reviews) by $9,000; and Increase Expenditure: #101-
853.930_0015 (Maintenance & Repair Software) by $9,000. Motion carried unanimously.
Item C-2. Consider Second Reading
of an Amendment to Repeal Canton Township Code of Ordinances Chapter 34, Article IV, Entitled “Vacant Property
Registration and Maintenance”, Sections #34-81 through #34-96. (MSD)
Motion by Siegrist, supported by Foster to remove
from the table and hold the second reading of an amendment to repeal Canton Township Code of Ordinances Chapter 34, Article
IV, entitled “Vacant Property Registration and Maintenance”, Sections #34-81 through #34-96. Motion carried unanimously.
Motion by Siegrist, supported by Foster to adopt and publish an amendment to repeal Canton Township Code of Ordinances
Chapter 34, Article IV, entitled “Vacant Property Registration and Maintenance”, Sections #34-81 through #34-96 with an effec-
tive date July7, 2017. Motion carried unanimously. (As this is a complete removal of Sections 34-81 through 34-96 there is noth-
ing to publish.)
DISCUSSION: Discussion of Tax Tribunal Counsel Interviews.
As a result of the interviews done on at the
June 20, 2017 the board discussed their individual opinions as to which firm to select. Each board member gave their impres-
sions of the candidates and offered their individual preference. All board members felt that both candidates were highly qualified
and either would do an excellent job for Canton. The preference of each board member is a follows: Trustee Anthony: Hallahan
& Associates Trustee Foster: Secrest Wardle Trustee Graham-Hudak: Secrest Wardle Clerk Siegrist: Secrest Wardle Treasurer
Slavens: Hallahan & Associates Trustee Sneideman: Secrest Wardle Supervisor Williams: Hallahan & Associates Motion by
Siegrist, supported by Sneideman that the board designate its choice of Secrest Wardle of Troy Michigan to represent the town-
ship and authorize corporate counsel to negotiate the contractual agreement for services with the firm. Motion carried unani-
mously.
GENERAL CALENDAR: Item G-1. Consider Approval of an Inter-Governmental Agreement Between Wayne
County and Canton Township for the Construction of Historic Ford Plant Pathway Trail and Authorize Budget
Amendment. (CLS)
Motion by Siegrist, supported by Sneideman approve the Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) and further
authorize the Supervisor to sign the IGA between Wayne County and Canton Township for the Construction of Historic Ford
Plant Pathway Trail, Cherry Hill/West of Ridge – Pathway and to adopt the following resolution. Motion carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION OF BOARD OF TRUSTEES CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON Intergovernmental Agreement
Between Wayne County and Canton Township for the Construction of Historic Ford Plant Pathway Trail Now, therefore
be it resolved,
that Canton Township Board of Trustees does hereby approve the proposed Agreement between the Township and
County of Wayne for the construction of Historic Ford Plant Pathway Trail, Cherry Hill / west of Ridge - Pathway, and
Whereas,
the Michigan Department of Transportation will provide Transportation Alternative Program funding to the Construction Work
costs at 59.74% up to the maximum of $202,700 (as found in
Exhibit A
to this Agreement); and
Whereas,
Canton Township will
provide funding to the Construction Work costs in the estimated amount of $136,617 (which will be adjusted to reflect actual
costs), as Canton Townships’ participation to the Construction Work costs (as found in
Exhibit A
to this Agreement); and
Whereas,
upon execution of this Agreement by the Township
,
Canton Township will provide a Working Capital Advance pay-
ment to the County of Wayne in the amount of $136,617 (as found in
Exhibit A
to this Agreement) for the Construction Work
costs; and
Be it further resolved,
that the Township Supervisor is authorized to execute the Agreement on behalf of Canton
Township. I hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and complete copy of a Motion adopted by the Board of Trustees of the
Charter Township of Canton, County of Wayne, State of Michigan, at a regular meeting held on the 27 th Day of June, 2017 and
that said meeting was conducted and public notice of said meeting was given pursuant to and in full compliance with the Open
Meetings Act, being Act 267, Public Acts of Michigan, 1976, and that the minutes of said meeting were kept and will be or have
been made available as required by said Act. Dated: June 27, 2017 Township Clerk Charter Township of Canton Motion by
Siegrist, supported by Sneideman to authorize the Finance Department to make necessary budget adjustments to record grant
funds and related expenditures: Increase Revenue 246-000.695 Fund Balance Appropriation Increase $210,016 246-000.501
Federal Grants Increase $202,700 Increase Expenses 246-750.970_0080 Capital Outlay Land Improvements Increase $412,716
$210,016 will be paid to Wayne County Motion carried unanimously.
Item G-2. Consider First Reading of an Amendment to
Appendix A – Zoning of the Code of Ordinances for the Manshlo Rezoning. (MSD)
Motion by Siegrist, supported by
Sneideman to hold the first reading of an amendment to Appendix A – Zoning of the Code of ordinances for the rezoning of par-
cel # 031-99-0012-718 from RA, Rural Agricultural District to R-2, Single-family residential District. Motion carried unani-
mously. Motion by Siegrist, supported by Slavens to table for consideration and hold the second reading of an amendment to
Appendix A– Zoning of the Code of ordinances for the rezoning of parcel # 031-99-0012-718 from RA, Rural Agricultural
District to R-2, Single-family residential District, on July 11. 2017. Motion carried unanimously.
Item G-3. Consider Final
Approval Of Aspen Ridge Site Plan. (MSD)
Motion by Siegrist, supported by Sneideman to adopt the following resolution.
Motion carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION OF BOARD OF TRUSTEES CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON Final
Site Plan for Aspen Ridge Site Condominiums WHEREAS,
the Project Sponsor, Mr. Jon Goldman, has requested final site
plan approval for Aspen Ridge Site Condominiums to be located on Saltz and Beck Roads, identified as tax EDP #068-99-0013-
702 and 068-99-0018-000; and,
WHEREAS,
the Planning Commission reviewed the site plan and made a recommendation to
approve the request to grant final site plan approval, as summarized in the attached written analysis and recommendation.
NOW
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED,
the Board of Trustees of the Charter Township of Canton, Michigan does hereby approve
the request of the petitioner, Mr. Jon Goldman, to approve the final site plan for the proposed Aspen Ridge Site Condominiums
subject to any and all state and local development regulations and further subject to any conditions recommended by the Planning
Commission and staff, as described in the analysis and recommendation attached hereto and made a part hereof. Roll Call:
Anthony, Foster, Graham-Hudak, Siegrist, Slavens, Sneideman, Williams Ayes: Anthony, Foster, Graham-Hudak, Siegrist,
Slavens, Sneideman, Williams Nays: None Abstain: None Absent: None I hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and complete
copy of a Motion adopted by the Board of Trustees of the Charter Township of Canton, County of Wayne, State of Michigan, at
a regular meeting held on the 27 th Day of June, 2017 and that said meeting was conducted and public notice of said meeting was
given pursuant to and in full compliance with the Open Meetings Act, being Act 267, Public Acts of Michigan, 1976, and that
the minutes of said meeting were kept and will be or have been made available as required by said Act. Dated: June 27, 2017
Michael A. Siegrist, Clerk Charter Township of Canton
Item G-4. Consider Approval of the Site Plan for Phase I of Canton
Acreage Medical Building. (MSD)
Motion by Siegrist, supported by Sneideman to adopt the following resolution. Motion car-
ried unanimously.
RESOLUTION OF BOARD OF TRUSTEES CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON Site Plan for
Canton Acreage Medical Building – Phase I WHEREAS,
the project sponsor has requested site plan approval for Phase I of
Canton Acreage Medical Building located north of Cherry Hill Road and west of Canton Center Road, on tax parcel #s 064-99-
0013-704, 064-99-0014-702, and 064-99-0016-702; and,
WHEREAS,
the Planning Commission reviewed the site plan and
made a recommendation to approve the request to grant site plan approval;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED,
the
Board of Trustees of the Charter Township of Canton, Michigan does hereby approve the request of the project sponsor to
approve the site plan for Canton Acreage Medical Building on tax parcel #s 064-99-0013-704, 064-99-0014-702, and 064-99-
0016-702, subject to any and all state and local development regulations, as described in the analysis and recommendation
attached hereto and made a part hereof. Roll Call: Anthony, Foster, Graham-Hudak, Siegrist, Slavens, Sneideman, Williams Ayes:
Anthony, Foster, Graham-Hudak, Siegrist, Slavens, Sneideman, Williams Nays: None Abstain: None Absent: None I hereby cer-
tify that the foregoing is a true and complete copy of a Motion adopted by the Board of Trustees of the Charter Township of
Canton, County of Wayne, State of Michigan, at a regular meeting held on the 27 th Day of June, 2017 and that said meeting was
conducted and public notice of said meeting was given pursuant to and in full compliance with the Open Meetings Act, being
Act 267, Public Acts of Michigan, 1976, and that the minutes of said meeting were kept and will be or have been made available
as required by said Act. Dated: June 27, 2017 Michael A. Siegrist, Clerk Charter Township of Canton
Item G-5. Consider
Approval of the Preliminary Site Plan for Anand Village Detached Condominium. (MSD)
Motion by Siegrist, supported by
Anthony to adopt the following resolution. Motion carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION OF BOARD OFTRUSTEES CHAR-
TER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON Preliminary Site Plan Approval for Anand Village Detached Condominium WHEREAS
,
the Project Sponsor has requested approval of the preliminary site plan for Anand Village Detached Condominium Site
Condominium, located on the southeast of Geddes and Denton Roads on tax parcel #126-99-0008-701; and,
WHEREAS,
the
Planning Commission reviewed the site plan and made a recommendation to approve the request for site plan approval;
NOW
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED,
the Board of Trustees of the Charter Township of Canton, Michigan does hereby approve
the request of the petitioner to approve the preliminary site plan for Anand Village Detached Condominium on tax parcel # 126-
99-0008-701, subject to any and all applicable state and local development regulations. Roll Call: Anthony, Foster, Graham-
Hudak, Siegrist, Slavens, Sneideman, Williams Ayes: Anthony, Foster, Graham-Hudak, Siegrist, Slavens, Sneideman, Williams
Nays: None Abstain: None Absent: None I hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and complete copy of a Motion adopted by
the Board of Trustees of the Charter Township of Canton, County of Wayne, State of Michigan, at a regular meeting held on the
27 th Day of June, 2017 and that said meeting was conducted and public notice of said meeting was given pursuant to and in full
compliance with the Open Meetings Act, being Act 267, Public Acts of Michigan, 1976, and that the minutes of said meeting
were kept and will be or have been made available as required by said Act. Dated: June 27, 2017 Michael A. Siegrist, Clerk
Charter Township of Canton
Item G-6. Consider Award of a Contract to ARC Document Solutions for Phase 1 of the
Building & Inspection Services Division Document Scanning Project. (MSD)
Motion by Siegrist, supported by Slavens to
award a professional services contract to ARC Document Solutions for Phase 1 of the Building & Inspection Services Document
Scanning Project in an amount not-to-exceed $27,500; and further authorize the Township Supervisor sign the contract on behalf
of Canton Township. Motion carried unanimously.
Item G-7. Consider First Reading of Amendments to Appendix A- Zoning
of the Code Ordinances. (MSD)
Motion by Siegrist, supported by Slavens introduce and hold the first reading of the proposed
amendments to Sections 16.02, 17.02, 22.02, 6.02, and 6A.15 of Appendix A – Zoning of the Code of Ordinances. Motion car-
ried unanimously. Motion by Siegrist, supported by Anthony to table for consideration the proposed amendments to Sections
16.02, 17.02, 22.02, 6.02, and 6A.15 of Appendix A – Zoning of the Code of Ordinances and hold a second reading on July 11,
2017. Motion carried unanimously.
Item G-8. Consider Approval to Extend Agreement with Huron Valley Ambulance and
Approval of the Municipal Credit Agreement with Suburban Mobility Authority for Regional Transportation (SMART).
(CLS)
Motion by Siegrist, supported by Slavens to authorize a letter of acceptance to extend the Huron Valley Ambulance agree-
ment in 2018. The amount of the contract with HVA is not to exceed the annual amount of $457,736 plus the Detroit Consumer
Price Index (CPI) or 5%, whichever is less. Motion carried unanimously. Motion by Siegrist, supported by Anthony to approve
the 2017-2018 Municipal Credit Contract between SMART and the Charter Township of Canton for $88,692 and to authorize the
Township Supervisor to sign the contract on behalf of the Township. Motion carried unanimously.
Item G-9. Consider Approval
of Emergency Purchase Order for Replacement of Roof Top Unit Compressor System. (CLS)
Motion by Siegrist, support-
ed by Slavens to approve the purchase order to Bumler Mechanical, 6260 18-1/2 Mile Road, Sterling Heights, MI 48314 for
emergency replacement of compressor system for rooftop unit #7 at the Administration Building in the amount of $14,621 with
funds to be paid from Account # 246-750.970_0020 Capital Outlay Buildings & Improvements. Motion carried unanimously.
Item G-10. Consider Approval of Special Event Request for Color Fest Michigan 2017. (CLS)
Motion by Siegrist, support-
ed by Slavens to approve the special event request for Color Fest Michigan 2017 to be held at the Amphitheater in Heritage Park
on August 5, 2017. Motion carried unanimously. Trustee Sneideman questioned how the “color” is cleaned up. Director
Hohenberger explained the “color” is biodegradable.
ADDITIONAL PUBLIC COMMENT:
None
OTHER:
Director
Hohenberger stated Liberty Fest was a complete success. The final figures regarding revenue realized from this event is still in
process. The Board will be representing Canton in the Plymouth Fourth of July Parade.
ADJOURN:
Motion by Anthony, sup-
ported by Sneideman to adjourn at 8:47 p.m. Motion carried unanimously. ____
Michael A. Siegrist, Clerk ____Pat Williams,
Supervisor
Copies of the complete text of the Board Minutes are available at the Clerk’s office of the Charter Township of Canton, 1150 S.
Canton Center Rd, Canton, MI 48188, 734-394-5120, during regular business hours or be accessed through our web site
after Board Approval.
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CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON
PROGRAM YEAR 2017 ANNUALACTION PLAN
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD
The above named document for the Canton Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG) IS available for inspection
at the Finance Department, 1150 S. Canton Center Road, Canton, Michigan 48188, 734-394-5225, during regular business hours.
Comments on the
2017 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN
will be accepted for 30 days, beginning July 6, 2017. Comments received
during the public comment period will be forwarded to the Department of HUD and will become an addendum to the reports.
Publish: July 6, 2017
Michael Siegrist, Clerk
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CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON
ACCESS TO PUBLIC MEETINGS
The Charter Township of Canton will provide necessary, reasonable auxiliary aids and services to individuals with disabilities at
the meeting/hearing upon notice to the Charter Township of Canton.
In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (“ADA”), the Charter Township
of Canton will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis of disability in its services, programs,
or activities.
Employment:
The Charter Township of Canton does not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring or employment prac-
tices and complies with all regulations promulgated by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission under Title II of
the ADA.
Effective Communication:
The Charter Township of Canton will generally, upon request, provide appropriate aids and services
leading to effective communication for qualified persons with disabilities so they can participate equally in the Charter Township
of Canton's programs, services, and activities, including qualified sign language interpreters, documents in Braille, and other
ways of making information and communications accessible to people who have speech, hearing, or vision impairments.
Modifications to Policies and Procedures:
The Charter Township of Canton will make all reasonable modifications to policies
and programs to ensure that people with disabilities have an equal opportunity to enjoy all of its programs, services, and activi-
ties. For example, individuals with service animals are welcomed in the Charter Township of Canton's offices, even where pets
are generally prohibited.
Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to par-
ticipate in a program, service, or activity of the Charter Township of Canton should contact the office of Barb Brouillette, Human
Resources Coordinator, Charter Township of Canton, 1150 S. Canton Center Road, Canton, MI 48188, (734) 394-5260 as soon
as possible but no later than 48 hours before the scheduled event.
The ADA does not require the Charter Township of Canton to take any action that would fundamentally alter the nature of its
programs or services, or impose an undue financial or administrative burden.
Complaints that a program, service, or activity of the Charter Township of Canton is not accessible to persons with disabilities
should be directed to Barb Brouillette, Human Resources Coordinator, Charter Township of Canton, 1150 S. Canton Center Road,
Canton, MI 48188, (734) 394-5260.
The Charter Township of Canton will not place a surcharge on a particular individual with a disability or any group of individu-
als with disabilities to cover the cost of providing auxiliary aids/services or reasonable modifications of policy, such as retriev-
ing items from locations that are open to the public but are not accessible to persons who use wheelchairs.
Publish: 7/6/2017
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Continuing a tradition than spans
more than two decades, Canton Township
residents can enjoy Thursday Night
Concerts.
The concert series began last week in
the Heritage Park amphitheater, spon-
sored by Canton Community Financial.
The performances, featuring a wide vari-
ety of music genres, take place from7:30-9
p.m. in the park, located adjacent to the
CantonAdministrationBuilding at 1150 S.
CantonCenterRoad.
Audience members are encouraged to
bring blankets or folding chairs for opti-
mal enjoyment on the amphitheater lawn.
Themusic is family friendly, ranging from
rock to rhythm and blues. Participants
are also encouraged to take part in week-
ly theme nights, raffles, and children's
activities. In addition, summertime food
items will be available for purchase on
site from Crusin' Custom Coneys and
Good Humor Ice Cream. Canton Leisure
Services will be collecting donation items
for Operation Care Package, a Michigan
nonprofit group that distributes items to
U.S. Troops, during concerts in July.
All concerts are free.
2017 Thursday Night Concert Series
Summer Schedule:
July 6:
Magic Bus - Music from the late
'60s that will take audiences on a psyche-
delic musical journey to Woodstock and
back.
July 13:
Crossroads - A family band
playing contemporary hits, Motown, Jazz,
Funk, andmore.
July 20:
Saints of Soul - Featuring a
repertoire of vintage Soul Music with
infectious grooves and explosive power.
July 27:
Together Band - Enjoy high-
energy hits in a wide range of Classic
Rock, Funk, and "Feel Good"Music.
Aug. 3:
Timbre of Cedar - A playlist of
the greatest '90s covers that showcase the
talents of these bandmembers.
Aug. 10:
First Call - Enjoy electrifying
Pophits fromyesterday and today.
All concerts are weather dependent.
To receive text weather updates, join our
free RainedOut service by texting "can-
tonconcerts" to 84483. Weather updates
will also be available by contacting the
Summit on the Park front desk at (734)
394-5460 or watch for updates online at
For addi-
tional information, call (734) 394-5460 or
visit
All criminal charges have been
dropped against James Lee Saltmarshall
in the death of his 8-month-old daughter
last April.
Saltmarshall was originally charged
with felony murder, child abuse first
degree and criminal sexual conduct first
degree in connection the April 23 death of
the baby, JaniyahSaltmarshall.
Following an extensive investigation
and based upon the June 16 report from
the Wayne County Medical Examiner, it
has been determined that the cause of
death of the child was asphyxia and the
manner of death was determined to be an
accident. Investigators have now deter-
mined that Saltmarshall and his daughter
were sleeping adjacent to each other on
an adult-sized bed at the Alpine Motel in
Inkster April 20. Upon waking
Saltmarshall found the child unrespon-
sive and called Inkster police. The child
was transported to a nearby hospital
where she died three days later, April 23.
Saltmarshall was charged prior to the
findings of the Wayne County Coroner as
to the cause of the baby's death.
Saltmarshall alleged from the beginning
of the investigation that there was no
physical damage done tohis child.
“My daughter suffocated in my arms
while I was sleeping, and while she was
sleeping. I woke up and realized that my
daughter was not breathing and the first
thing I did was call the police,” he said,
following his release on bond in April. He
told investigators that he was involved
with Child Protective Services since the
birth of the baby and had been taking her
to those offices “almost weekly.”
The mother of the child, 29-year-old
Zuleika Moreno, left the child in
Saltmarshall's carewhen she left for work,
according to previous police reports. She
is the mother of six children, two
deceased, none of whom are in her cus-
tody, according to reports. Attorneys from
the office of the Wayne County Prosecutor
moved to have the case against the 22-
year-old father dismissed on June 29, “in
the best interests of justice.'
The motion to dismiss all charges was
granted by Judge Sabrina Johnson of the
22ndDistrict Court in Inkster.
The Inkster Legends Basketball Camp
is seeking information about former stu-
dents andplayers.
President/Director of Inkster Legends
Fred Smiley said the group is hoping to
list former campers and the universities
they attended on an alumni page on the
Legends website. Including information
about whether the basketball camp alum-
ni played basketball at their respective
colleges. Smiley said the page would also
contain photos of the alumni in their col-
lege team uniforms, if the players would
submit them.
He suggested former "campers" add the
information and photos at
-
legends.com on the contact us section of
thewebsite.
Crowds have been enjoying the Thursday Night Concerts in Canton Heritage Park for
nearly two decades.
