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BELLEVILLE - CANTON

Board OK's purchases for public safety

Julie Brown hended using the technology. ” agement.”
Staff Writer “We coordinated the investi- Trustee Steven Sneideman
gation in Southeast Michigan. An I would like to see extra security. expressed his concern about
Members of the Canton arrest followed that investigation I want to make sure everybody's safe. safety.
Township Board of Trustees using a license plate reader,” “I would like to see extra
approved multiple purchases of Baugh said. “It goes into an That's my only concern. security. I want to make sure
equipment for the Public Safety application officers have access everybody's safe. That's my only
Department during the regular to. It really cuts down on surveil- concern.”
meeting Feb. 26. lance time.” After the discussion, trustees
After a recommendation from Trustees also approved the come from Axon Enterprise Inc. “I am at High Velocity a lot,” unanimously approved the local
Deputy Public Safety Director purchase of equipment for a sec- Traffic forfeiture funds are said Trustee Anne Marie government part of the request,
Chad Baugh, trustees unani- ond township squad car with being used for the Vigilant Graham-Hudak, who sees many as Amann touted training and
mously approved the purchase that capability. Capitol Solutions Intelligence upgrade. children there. noted minimal Sunday morning
of the Vigilant Solutions Electronics Inc. is the vendor. Drug forfeiture funds are being “This has to be considered a liquor sales.
Intelligence Led Police Package, Canton Township Supervisor used for the Taser purchase. value-added,” replied High Baugh said parking lot larce-
as Baugh touted the use of the Pat Williams noted that the 13 Canton board members Velocity representative Bryan ny as the only big issue his
technology regionally by police Taser X26P units the board debated a request for Sunday Amann. “It's planned to be mixed department sees at High Velocity
agencies. members unanimously OK'd liquor sales at High Velocity but it's also planned to be care- Sports.
He said perpetrators of a purchasing were “less lethal Sports on Michigan Avenue, part fully managed. We're ultimately “We can respond to that. We'll
series of breaking and entering than guns.” They also represent of a Class C liquor license always going to have to be be on the lookout for your con-
crimes were recently appre- newer technology for police and request. responsible for the careful man- cerns,” said Baugh.
Canton hosts indoor Farmers Markets at Summit

The Canton Farmers Market will return “We're excited to bring back our off-sea- will also be accepted. Tokens may be pur- door Canton Farmers Market will re-open
with special off-season sales in March and son markets to the Summit on the Park” chased at the Canton Leisure Services on Sunday, May 12, and will be open from 9
April at the Summit on the Park communi- said Health and Wellness Specialist table. Plenty of parking is typically avail- a.m. until 1 p.m. every Sunday through Oct.
ty recreation center. The indoor markets Jennifer Franz. “Our goal with these able toward the back of the Summit park- 13 in Preservation Park, located at 500 N.
will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on indoor markets is to create a unique shop- ing lot. Market-goers are encouraged to Ridge Road, Canton.
Sunday, March 24 and April 14 in the ping experience for our patrons, while enter through the banquet doors. For additional Canton Farmers Market
Banquet Center at the Summit on the supporting our local farmers and produc- All of the indoor off season Farmers information, visit www.canton-mi.org/496
Park, located at 46000 Summit Parkway. ers who help enable us to provide access Markets will pick up where the outdoor or contact the Farmers Market coordinator
A variety of local food growers and pro- to fresh, healthy food sources.” regular season of the Canton Farmers at cantonfarmersmarket@canton-mi.org or
ducers have signed on to participate in the During this indoor market, Bridge Card Market left off. The new season of the out- by calling (734) 394-5375.
off-season markets and Double Up Food Bucks transactions
Annual fashion show planned A regular meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Charter Township of Canton was held Tuesday, February 26, 2019 at 1150
Charter Township of Canton Board Proceedings – February 26, 2019
Canton Center S. Canton, Michigan. Supervisor Williams called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. and led the Pledge of
Advance tickets are now on sale for Tickets for the event are $40 per person Allegiance to the Flag. Roll Call Members Present: Anthony, Foster, Graham-Hudak, Siegrist, Slavens, Sneideman, Williams
Members Absent: None Staff Present: Director Hohenberger, Director Trumbull, Deputy Director – Police Baugh, Deputy Chief
the Belleville Area Women's Club annual and are available by phoning Fire – Strassner Adoption of Agenda Motion by Anthony, supported by Foster to approve the agenda as presented. Motion car-
ried unanimously. Approval of Minutes Motion by Siegrist, supported by Sneideman to approve the Board Meeting Minutes of
Spring Fashion Show which will begin Chairperson DeLaney Provencher, February 12, 2019 as presented. Motion carried unanimously. Motion by Siegrist, supported by Sneideman to approve the Board
with cocktails at 6 p.m. Tuesday, April 9 at (734)625 -0919 or from any women's club Study Session Minutes of January 29, 2019 as presented. Motion carried unanimously. Citizen’s Non-Agenda Item Comments:
State Representative Matt Koleszar, House District 20, introduced himself to the Township Board and community, and provided
Wayne Tree Manor. member. a legislative update. George Miller, 1946 Briarfield, commented on the taxation procedures for waste management facilities.
Dinner will be served at 7 p.m. and Wayne Tree Manor is located at 35100 Payment of the Bills: Motion by Slavens, supported by Sneideman to approve payment of the bills as presented. Motion carried
unanimously Public Hearing: PH-1:Public hearing for consideration of a local government approval for the Michigan
the fashion show will begin at 8 p.m. Van Born road in Wayne. Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs Liquor Control Commission (MLCC) liquor license application Bryan
Finnerty representing High Velocity Sports Group for a class “c” liquor license with Sunday sales (a.m.& pm); and out-
Schools exceed ‘snow day’ closures Motion by Siegrist, supported by Slavens to open the Public Hearing at 7:07 p.m.to consider the request for a local government
door service permits located at 46245 Michigan Avenue, Canton, Michigan, 48188, Canton Township, Wayne County
approval for the MLCC liquor license application Bryan Finnerty representing High Velocity Sports Group for a class “c” liquor
Township, spoke in favor of the local government approval. Motion by Siegrist, supported by Slavens to close the Public Hearing
The recent inclement weather has Johnston commended Kudlak's deci- license with Sunday sales (a.m.& pm); and outdoor service permits. Motion carried unanimously. Bryan Amann, Canton
had a far-reaching effect on school dis- sions to close the schools during the at 7:09 p.m.to consider the request for a local government approval for the MLCC liquor license application Bryan Finnerty rep-
resenting High Velocity Sports Group for a class “c” liquor license with Sunday sales (a.m.& pm); and outdoor service permits.
tricts faced with exceeding the number of unsafe conditions noting that the super- Motion carried unanimously. Motion by Siegrist, supported by Sneideman to approve the request for a new Class “C” Liquor
“snow days” allowed by the state. intendent had erred on the side of cau- License with Sunday Sales (A.M.& PM) and Outdoor Service Permits for High Velocity Sports Group located at 46245 Michigan
Avenue Canton, MI 48188, Canton Township, Wayne County. Motion carried unanimously. PH-2: Public hearing for approval
At the recent meeting of the Van tion. to amend the 5 year consolidated plan and the 2018 CDBG program year annual action plan Motion by Siegrist, support-
Buren Public Schools Board of “You did the right thing,” Johnston ed by Foster to open the Public Hearing at 7:18 p.m.to hear comment on the Advisory Council recommendations for the amend-
ed PY 2018 Community Development Block Grant Program. Motion carried unanimously. Motion by Siegrist, supported by
Education, superintendent of Schools said. Sneideman to close the Public Hearing at 7:21 p.m. to hear comment on the Advisory Council recommendations for the amend-
Pete Kudlak explained that the district Kudlak told the board members that ed PY 2018 Community Development Block Grant Program. Motion carried unanimously. Motion by Siegrist, supported by
Slavens to adopt the amended 2018 Annual Action Plan and authorize the submission of the 2018 amended Annual Action Plan
had experienced 11 snow days so far this state law requires schools to be open at and 5 Year Consolidated Plan to the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Motion carried unanimously.
year, while state allows for only six. He least 180 days with at least 1,098 hours of Motion by Siegrist, supported by Slavens to approve the following budget amendment: Increase Revenue # 274-000.501
$355,000 Increase Expense # 274-694.970_0020 $355,000. Motion carried unanimously. Consent Calendar: Item C-1.
told the board members that he had sent instruction. If the state decides to require Approve the Request for a Local Government Approval Resolution for K.R.A.B., LLC at 50296 Cherry Hill Road,
a request to the state for waivers for either 180 days or 1,098 hours, the Van Canton, MI 48187 for the approval of Outdoor Service Area located on Municipal Property. (Clerk’s) Motion by Siegrist,
supported by Sneideman to adopt the Resolution for a Local Government Approval for a New Outdoor Service Area located on
three of the days the schools were closed Buren district may face longer days this Municipal Property; Liquor License Requirement newRoad, Canton Township, Wayne County, Michigan, 48187. Motion carried
due to the inclement weather including year to fulfill the time requirements. unanimously. Item C-2. Appointment to Downtown Development Authority Board Motion by Siegrist, supported by
Sneideman to appoint Andrew Hargreaves to serve on the Board of Directors of the Downtown Development Authority of the
severe snow and icy conditions. It is possible, he said, that districts Charter Township of Canton for a four-year term ending February 26, 2023. Motion carried unanimously. Item C-3. Consider
“I support your decision on school could have the 180 instructional days Approval of Application for MLCC Special Liquor Licenses Motion by Siegrist, supported by Sneideman to authorize the
sale and consumption of alcohol at the 28th Annual Liberty Festival on June 13-15, 2019, and that the following resolution be
closings,” commented board President requirement waived if legislation is adopted. Motion carried unanimously. That the Canton Rotary, through its duly elected officers, make application to the MLCC
Keith Johnston. “You took a lot of heat.” enacted and signed by the governor. for a Special License for the sale of alcohol for consumption on the premises to be in effect on June 13-15, 2019 during Liberty
Festival at Heritage Park located at 1010 Canton Center Rd, Canton, Michigan, County of Wayne. Motion by Siegrist, support-
ed by Sneideman to authorize the sale and consumption of alcohol at The Rally on Ridge event on Saturday, July 27, 2019; and
that the following resolution be adopted. Motion carried unanimously. That the Charter Township of Canton, through its duly
NOTICE TO CUT NOXIOUS WEEDS elected officers, make application to the MLCC for a Special License for the sale of alcohol for consumption on the premises to
be in effect on Saturday, July 27, 2019 at Preservation Park located at 500 N. Ridge Road in Canton, Michigan, County of Wayne
To the owner or occupant or any person or persons, firm or corporation having charge of any land in the Township of Canton: and that the Township Supervisor and Clerk be authorized to sign and submit this application. Motion by Siegrist, supported by
Sneideman to authorize the sale and consumption of alcohol at The Canton Historical Society’s “Brew, Brats & Bands at the
Notice is hereby given that all noxious weeds growing on any land in the Charter Township of Canton, Wayne County, Michigan, Barn” fundraiser on Saturday, September 7, 2019; and furthermore; I move that the following resolution be adopted. Motion car-
must be cut and destroyed on or before the 1st day of May, June, July, August, and September 2019 and/or as needed. And every ried unanimously. That the Charter Township of Canton, through its duly elected officers, make application to the MLCC for a
owner, occupant, or person having charge of any such land must notify the Township that such weeds have been destroyed with- Special License for the sale of alcohol for consumption on the premises to be in effect on Saturday, September7, 2019 at the
in three days of such cutting. Any person failing to comply with this notice on or before the date mentioned shall be liable to the Cady-Boyer Barn in Preservation Park located at 500 N. Ridge Road in Canton, Michigan, County of Wayne and that the
imposition of the penalties set forth in Ordinance Number 64, of the Charter Township of Canton, Wayne County, Michigan, and Township Supervisor and Clerk be authorized to sign and submit this application. Motion by Siegrist, supported by Sneideman
shall be liable for all expenses incurred by the Township in destroying said noxious weeds, which expenses, if unpaid by the to authorize the sale and consumption of alcohol at the Thursday Night Live concerts being held on June 27, July 11, July 18,
owner or to the occupant, shall be spread against the property on the next County and School Tax Roll or the next General July 25, August 1, August 8, and August 15, 2019; and furthermore; I move that the following resolution be adopted. Motion car-
Township Tax Roll and/or the Township may place a lien upon the property to secure the collection of such expense. ried unanimously. That Maraschino’s Bar & Restaurant, through its duly elected officers, make application to the MLCC for a
Special License for the sale of alcohol for consumption on the premises to be in effect on the following dates during the Thursday
The township may notify by certified mail, with return receipt requested, the owner, agent, or occupant, as shown on the current Night Live concerts at Heritage Park located at 1010 Canton Center Rd, Canton, Michigan, County of Wayne. Item C-4. Request
county and school tax roll, of any lands on which such noxious weeds are found growing. Such notice shall contain methods of Budget Amendment for the Carryover of Fiscal Rear 2018 Open Purchase Orders to Fiscal Year 2019 Motion by Siegrist,
treating and eradicating such noxious weeds and a summary of the provisions of this section. Failure of the township to give such supported by Sneideman to approve the following 2019 budget amendment increases for purchase order commitments carried
notice shall not, however, constitute a defense to any action to enforce the payment of any penalty provided in this article or any over from 2018: General Fund (101) increase of $259,649; Roads Fund (204) increase of $174,236; Fire Fund (206) increase of
debt created under this article. $46,096; Police Fund (207) increase of $25,892; Cable TV Fund (230) increase of $28,155; Community Improvement Fund (246)
increase of $88,874; Downtown Development Authority Fund (248) increase of $67,343; CDBG (274) increase of $ 112,920;
NOTICE TO CUT LAWN GRASS IN EXCESS OF FIVE INCHES Golf Course Fund (584) increase of $82,211; Water & Sewer Fund (592) increase of $1,594,825; Fleet Maintenance Fund (661)
increase of $224. Motion carried unanimously. General Calendar: Item G-1. Consider First Reading for Consideration and
The township shall notify the violator of excessive lawn grass in the same manner as provided for in Ord. No. 78-2(c). Approval of the Third Amendment to the Moceri Consent Judgment and the S&S Homes Rezoning Motion by Siegrist,
supported by Slavens to introduce and hold the first reading of the proposed amendment to Appendix A-Zoning of the Code of
(Ord. No. 64, as amended, § 6, 6-24-1997; Ord. of 8-9-2016(1), § 1) CN1837 - 030719 2.5 x 2.821 Ordinances of the Charter Township of Canton as provided in the attached ordinance which approves the Third Amendment to
the Moceri Consent Agreement for Commercial Site No. 1 and rezones tax parcel No. 009-99-0001-702 from C-2, Community
Commercial to R-6, Single-Family Attached residential District. Motion carried unanimously. Motion by Siegrist, supported by
CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON Slavens to table consideration of the amendment for a second reading on March 12, 2019. Motion carried unanimously. Item G-
2. Consider Approval of the Special Land Use Request for Fire Station #2 Motion by Siegrist, supported by Slavens to
ACCESS TO PUBLIC MEETINGS approve the following resolution. Motion carried unanimously. Resolution of Board of Trustees Charter Township of Canton,
Michigan Approval of the Special Land Use for Fire Station No. 2 Whereas, the Project Sponsor, Canton Township, has
The Charter Township of Canton will provide necessary, reasonable auxiliary aids and services to individuals with disabilities at requested special land use approval for a municipal building for a fire station on the north side of Warren Road between Lilley
the meeting/hearing upon notice to the Charter Township of Canton. and Haggerty Roads; and, Whereas, the Planning Commission reviewed the request and special land use criteria and voted 7-0
to recommend approval; Now Therefore Be It Resolved, the Board of Trustees of the Charter Township of Canton, Michigan
In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ("ADA"), the Charter Township does hereby approve the request for a municipal building for a fire station on tax parcel nos. 041-99-0003-000, 041-99-0006-000
of Canton will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis of disability in its services, programs, and 041-99- 0008-000, subject to all applicable local and state requirements. Item G-3. Consider Waiver of the Finance Policy,
or activities. Authorize a Budget Amendment, and Authorize a Purchase Order to MTech for the Retro-fit of Canton’s CCTV Sewer
Inspection Truck Motion by Siegrist, supported by Slavens to authorize a purchase order to MTech for an amount not to exceed
Employment: The Charter Township of Canton does not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring or employment prac- $124,965, and authorize a budget amendment as follows: Increase Revenue: #592-000.539 State Grants: $ 86,223 Increase
tices and complies with all regulations promulgated by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission under Title II of Expense: #592-537.970_0030 Machinery and Equipment: $124,965 Decrease Expense: #592-536.999 Transfer to fund balance:
the ADA. $ 38,742. Motion carried unanimously. Motion by Siegrist, supported by Sneideman to waive the Finance Policy requiring solic-
itation of bids due to the sole-source nature of the proposed equipment purchase. Motion carried unanimously. Item G-4.
Effective Communication: The Charter Township of Canton will generally, upon request, provide appropriate aids and services Consider Approval for the Emergency Replacement of a Sewage Grinder Station at Fellows Creek Golf Club Motion by
leading to effective communication for qualified persons with disabilities so they can participate equally in the Charter Township Siegrist, supported by Slavens to approve the following budget amendment: Increase Expenditures: 584-772-78.970_0030 FCGC
of Canton's programs, services, and activities, including qualified sign language interpreters, documents in Braille, and other Capital Outlay Machinery & Equip $18,725 Decrease Expenditures: 246-750.970_0020 Capital Outlay Blds & Improvement
ways of making information and communications accessible to people who have speech, hearing, or vision impairments. $18,725 Increase Revenues: 584-773-50.699_1010 Golf Transfers In from General $18,725 Decrease Revenues: 246-
000.699_1010 Community Improvement Transfers in General $18,725. Motion carried unanimously. Motion by Siegrist, sup-
Modifications to Policies and Procedures: The Charter Township of Canton will make all reasonable modifications to policies ported by Slavens to approve an emergency purchase order for the replacement of the Fellows Creek Golf Club Grinder Station
and programs to ensure that people with disabilities have an equal opportunity to enjoy all of its programs, services, and activi- to Kennedy Industries, 4925 Holtz Drive, Wixom, MI 48393 in the amount of $18,725 to be paid from 584-772-78.970_0030,
ties. For example, individuals with service animals are welcomed in the Charter Township of Canton's offices, even where pets FCGC Capital Outlay Machinery and Equipment. Motion carried unanimously. Item G-5. Consider Request to Waive the
are generally prohibited. Bidding Process and Purchase Five Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) Units Motion by Siegrist, supported by
Anthony to approve waiving the bidding process and approve the purchase of five MSA G1 Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus
Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to par- units from Apollo Fire Equipment in the amount of $37,981. Motion carried unanimously. Item G-6. Consider the Purchase of
ticipate in a program, service, or activity of the Charter Township of Canton should contact the office of Barb Brouillette, Human 13 Taser X26P Units Motion by Siegrist, supported by Slavens to waive the bidding process and approve the purchase of 13
Resources Coordinator, Charter Township of Canton, 1150 S. Canton Center Road, Canton, MI 48188, (734) 394-5260 as soon Taser X26P packages from Axon Enterprise, Inc., in the amount of $20,001 utilizing budgeted drug forfeiture funds. Motion car-
as possible but no later than 48 hours before the scheduled event. ried unanimously. Item G-7. Consider Request for the Renewal of Vigilant Solutions Intelligence Led Police Package
Motion by Siegrist, supported by Slavens to approve the renewal purchase of Vigilant Solutions Intelligence Led Police Package
The ADA does not require the Charter Township of Canton to take any action that would fundamentally alter the nature of its from Capital Electronics, Inc., in the amount of $21,720 utilizing budgeted traffic forfeiture funds. Additional Public Comment:
programs or services, or impose an undue financial or administrative burden. None Other: Clerk Siegrist indicated he will be absent from the March 12, 2019 Board of Trustees meeting due to his annual
attendance at the Michigan Association of Municipal Clerks Institute. Deputy Fire Chief Strassner indicated that the first night
Complaints that a program, service, or activity of the Charter Township of Canton is not accessible to persons with disabilities of the Citizens Academy for Public Safety will be April 11, 2019. Supervisor Williams stated 40 applicants for the Municipal
should be directed to Barb Brouillette, Human Resources Coordinator, Charter Township of Canton, 1150 S. Canton Center Road, Services Director position have been condensed to five remaining applicants and the process is progressing nicely. Trustee
Canton, MI 48188, (734) 394-5260. Graham-Hudak inquired about the Liberty Festival receipts for 2018, and Director Hohenberger indicated it was a net contribu-
tion to the General Fund. Adjourn: Motion by Anthony, supported by Sneideman to adjourn at 7:48 p.m. Motion carried unani-
The Charter Township of Canton will not place a surcharge on a particular individual with a disability or any group of individu- mously. __ Michael A. Siegrist, Clerk ___Pat Williams, Supervisor
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. 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
Publish: 03/07/19 CN1835 - 030719 2.5 x 4.72 www.canton-mi.org after Board Approval. CN1841 - 030719 2.5 x 2.137