Tickets are now on sale for the 2017
Northville Holiday Home Tour, present-
ed by the Northville Community
Foundation. This year, the home tour
will take place from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m.
Friday, Nov. 17 andSaturday, Nov. 18.
"This event is a great way to get new
decorating ideas for your home while
also getting into the holiday spirit," said
Jessica Striegle, executive director of the
NorthvilleCommunityFoundation.
The Holiday Home Tour will feature
tours of five beautiful, privately-owned
Northville homes that have been deco-
rated top to bottom for the holidays. The
style of each home is different and there
truly is something for every taste,
Striegle said. The homes this year range
from a traditional condominium to a
homewith industrial chic flavor.
"One outstanding home is just loaded
with unique artist-made accessories,
another has recently undergone a com-
plete custom renovation of the first and
second floors. Holiday décor this year is
fromPear-Aphernalia,Williams Sonoma,
Gardenviews, and others," she added.
The 2017HolidayHomeTourwill also
feature a refreshment stop at the
Tipping Point Theatre in downtown
Northville. Guests can enjoy light
refreshments courtesy of the Northville
Meijer, and also enter to win two tickets
to a future Tipping Point Theatre pro-
duction.
Tickets for the 2017 Holiday home
tour are $25 in advance and $30 the day
of the tour. To purchase tickets in
advance, visit Pear-Aphernalia,
Gardenviews, Haven of Northville, or the
Northville Chamber of Commerce.
Tickets may also be purchased online by
visiting
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dation.org/holidayhometour or by calling
(248)374-0200. Tickets are limited and
the tour does sell out nearly every year.
Proceeds from the Holiday Home
Tour help fund the work of the
Northville Community Foundation in
the community. Since 1997, the
Northville Community Foundation has
annually made grants to support non-
profit organizations serving the commu-
nity, awarded scholarships to local stu-
dents, organized and executed the
Northville Independence Day Parade,
and, since 2003, operated Maybury
Farm, a working farm with a mission to
connect the community to animals and
agriculture through hands-on experi-
ences that are both engaging and educa-
tional. The Northville Community
Foundation, is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit
organization.
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Charter Township of Canton Board Proceedings – October 10, 2017
A regular meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Charter Township of Canton was held Tuesday, October 10, 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, Williams Members
Absent: Slavens, Sneideman Staff Present: Director Hohenberger, Director Faas, Director Meier, Director Trumbull, Kristin
Kolb, A. Hamilton
Adoption of Agenda
Motion by Siegrist, supported by Anthony to amend agenda Item C-1 to Postpone
Second Reading of an Ordinance to amend Chapter 46, Article VIII, Division 3 of the Canton Code of Ordinances, Entitled
“Alcoholic Liquor” to bring the Ordinance into Compliance with Recent Changes to State Law, Until October 24, 2017, and to
remove the presentation to be placed back on the agenda contingent upon the return of electricity. Motion carried by all mem-
bers present. Supervisor Williams notified the Board that due to the power outage, no audio or video will be available for the
meeting.
Approval of Minutes
Motion by Siegrist, supported by Anthony to approve the Board Meeting Minutes of September
26, 2017 as presented. Motion carried by all members present. Motion by Anthony, supported by Siegrist to approve the Board
Study Session Minutes of October 3, 2017 as presented. Motion carried by all members present.
Citizen’s Non-Agenda Item
Comments:
None
Payment of the Bills:
Motion by Siegrist, supported by Foster to approve payment of the bills as presented.
Motion carried by all members present.
PUBLIC HEARING: PH-1: Hold Public Hearing and Consider Holding the First
Reading of an Ordinance Amending Chapter 22, Article II, Divisions 2 and 3 of the Canton Code of Ordinances, Adopting
the Second Amended and Restated Tax Increment Financing and Development Plan For The Downtown Development
Authority for the Township Of Canton
Motion by Siegrist, supported by Foster to open the Public Hearing at 7:05 p.m. for
comment on the Second Amended and Restated Tax Increment Financing and Development Plan for the Downtown Development
Authority for the Township of Canton. Motion carried by all members present. Motion by Siegrist, supported by Foster to close
the Public Hearing at 7:39 p.m. for comment on the Second Amended and Restated Tax Increment Financing and Development
Plan for the Downtown Development Authority for the Township of Canton. Motion carried by all members present. Motion by
Siegrist, supported by Foster to introduce and hold the first reading of an Ordinance Amending Chapter 22, Article II, Divisions
2 and 3 of the Canton Code of Ordinances, Adopting the Second Amended and Restated Tax Increment Financing and
Development Plan for the Downtown Development Authority for the Township Of Canton. Motion carried by all members pres-
ent. Motion by Siegrist, supported by Foster to table for consideration and schedule the second reading of an Ordinance
Amending Chapter 22, Article II, Divisions 2 and 3 of the Canton Code of Ordinances, Adopting the Second Amended and
Restated Tax Increment Financing and Development Plan for the Downtown Development Authority for the Township Of
Canton. Motion carried by all members present.
CONSENT CALENDAR:
Supervisor Williams requested that Item C-2 be
removed from the Consent Calendar and be added to the Agenda as Item G-0.
Item C-1. (Amended) Postpone Second Reading
of an Ordinance to amend Chapter 46, Article VIII, Division 3 of the Canton Code of Ordinances, Entitled “Alcoholic
Liquor” to Bring the Ordinance into Compliance with Recent Changes to State Law, Until October 24, 2017. (PSD)
Motion by Siegrist, supported by Foster to remove from the table and postpone consideration of the second reading of an ordi-
nance amending Chapter 46, Article VIII, Division 3 until October 24, 2017.Motion carried by all members present.
GENER-
AL CALENDAR: Item G-0: Consider Second Reading of an Amendment to Appendix A – Zoning of the Code of
Ordinances Regarding the Whelan/Greenleaf Trust Conditional Rezoning (MSD)
Motion by Siegrist, supported by Foster
to remove from the table and hold the second reading of an ordinance to amend Appendix A – Zoning of the Code of Ordinances
to conditionally rezone the subject tax parcel #s 004-99-0002-003 and 003-99-0007-003 from LI, Light Industrial District to R-
6, Single-Family Attached Residential District, subject to the Statement of Conditions and concept plan with an effective date of
October 26, 2017;. Motion carried 4-1. Motion by Siegrist, supported by Anthony to adopt and publish on October 19, 2017 the
second reading of an ordinance to amend Appendix A – Zoning of the Code of Ordinances to conditionally rezone the subject tax
parcel #s 004-99-0002-003 and 003-99-0007-003 from LI, Light Industrial District to R- 6, Single-Family Attached Residential
District, subject to the Statement of Conditions and concept plan with an effective date of October 26, 2017. Motion carried 4-
1.
STATE OF MICHIGAN COUNTY OF WAYNE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON ORDINANCE NO. _____ AN
ORDINANCE AMENDING APPENDIX A – ZONING, OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CHARTER
TOWNSHIP OF CANTON, MICHIGAN WHICH AMENDS THE ZONING DISTRICT BOUNDARIES ON THE ZON-
ING MAP AND THE APPLICABLE AREA OF THE CORPORATE PARK OVERLAY DISTRICT. THE CHARTER
TOWNSHIP OF CANTON ORDAINS: PART I. * * * ARTICLE 8.00 – ESTABLISHMENT OF ZONING DISTRICTS
AND MAP
Pursuant to Section 27.07 of Appendix A – Zoning, the zoning map is hereby amended by changing the zoning of
parcel nos. 004-99-0002-003 and 004-99-0007- 003 from LI, Light Industrial District to R-6, Single-Family Attached Residential
District as shown on the attached zoning map, and further subject to the Voluntary Statement of Conditions attached hereto.
PART II. Severability.
Should any section, subdivision, clause, or phrase of this Ordinance be declared by the courts to be
invalid, the validity of the Ordinance as a whole, or in part, shall not be affected other than the part invalidated.
PART III.
Savings Clause.
The amendment of the Canton Code of Ordinances set forth in this Ordinance does not affect or impair any act
done, offense committed, or right accruing, accrued, or acquired, or liability, penalty, forfeiture or punishment, pending or
incurred prior to the amendment of the Canton Code of Ordinances set forth in this Ordinance.
PART IV. Repealer.
All other
Ordinances or part of Ordinances in conflict herewith are hereby repealed only to the extent to give this Ordinance full force and
effect.
PART V. Publication.
The Clerk for the Charter Township of Canton shall cause the ordinance to be published in the man-
ner required by law.
Part VI. Effective Date.
A public hearing having been held hereon pursuant to the provisions of Section
103 of Act 110 of the Public Acts of 2006, as amended, the provisions of this Ordinance shall be published within fifteen (15)
days of its adoption of publications of a notice in a newspaper circulated in Canton Township stating the date of enactment and
effective date, a brief statement as to its regulatory effect and that a complete copy of the Ordinance is available for public pur-
chase, use and inspection at the office of the Township Clerk during the hours of 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Local Time. The provi-
sion of this Ordinance shall become effective seven (7) days after its publication.
CERTIFICATION
The foregoing Ordinance
was duly adopted by the Township Board of Trustees of the Charter Township of Canton at its regular meeting called and held
on the 10th day of October, 2017, and was ordered to be given publication in the manner required by law. Michael Siegrist, Clerk
Introduced: September 26, 2017 Adopted: October 10, 2017 Published:
October 19, 2017 Effective: October 26, 2017
A zoning ordinance regulating the development and use of land has been
adopted by the legislative body of the Charter Township of Canton. Copies
of the complete text of this Ordinance are available at the Clerk’s Office of
the Charter Township of Canton, 1150 S. Canton Center Road, Canton, MI.,
48188, during regular business hours. A complete copy of the Ordinances for
Canton Township is available at
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Item G-1. Consider
Re-Approval of the Site Plan for Eden by the Rouge Assisted Living
Facility including Approval of the Private Road. (MSD)
Motion by
Siegrist, supported by Foster to adopt the following resolution Motion car-
ried by all members present.
RESOLUTION OF BOARD OF
TRUSTEES CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON Re-approval of the
Site Plan for Eden by the Rouge Assisted Living Facility and Private
Road WHEREAS,
the Project Sponsor has requested re-approval of the site
plan for Eden By The Rouge Assisted Living Facility, located east of
Sheldon between Palmer Road and Michigan Avenue on a portion of parcel
108-99-0001-706; and,
WHEREAS,
the Board has reviewed the site plan
and determines the proposal to be consistent with the Zoning Ordinance reg-
ulations and Planned Development Agreement;
NOW THEREFORE BE
IT RESOLVED,
the Board of Trustees of the Charter Township of Canton,
Michigan does hereby re-approve site plan for Eden by the Rouge Assisted
Living Facility and private road, as the proposal provides needed housing
and care opportunities for Canton’s senior citizens and increases the tax base
of the township on property that would be otherwise tax-exempt; subject to
all other applicable requirements of the township.
Item G-2. ConsiderAward of Contract for a 2017 Tree Removal & Pruning
Project to CHOP LLC. (MSD)
Motion by Siegrist, supported by Anthony to award a contract for a 2017 Tree Removal and
Pruning Project to CHOP LLC for a total amount not-to-exceed $20,000. Motion carried by all members present.
Item G-3.
Reconsider Approval of a Contract Amendment with Northwest Consultants, Inc. for Additional Design Services and
Permitting for Ridge Road Paving & Grade Establishment Project. (MSD)
Motion by Siegrist, supported by Foster to
approve a contract amendment with Northwest Consultants, Inc., for additional design and permitting for Phase 3 of the Ridge
Road paving & Grade Establishment project in an amount not-to-exceed $59,738. Motion carried by a vote of 4 to 1. Motion by
Siegrist, supported by Foster to approve a budget amendment to fund the design expenses as follows:
Increase Expense:
#403-
506-02.801_0040 Road Construction – Professional & Contractual Services $59,738
Increase Revenue:
#403-000.695 Fund
Balance Appropriation $59,378 Motion carried by a vote of 4 to 1. Supervisor Williams called for a 5 minute recess at 8:20 pm.
Item G-4. Consider Approval of an Agreement with Wayne County to Provide Winter Maintenance on 8.00 Miles (15.65
Lane Miles) of County Roads. (MSD)
Motion by Siegrist, supported by Foster to approve the agreement with Wayne County
to provide additional winter maintenance for 8.00 miles (15.65 lane miles) of County local roads and authorize the payment of
$15,591.37 from Account #101-447-03.801_0050 (Engineering ROW Maintenance - Professional & Contractual Services) and
authorize the Township Clerk to sign the agreement resolution on behalf of Canton. Motion carried by all members present.
Item
G-5. Consider Increasing PO #2017-00002246 and Approve a Budget Amendment for Bricco Excavating Co., LLC for the
Replacement of Approximately 2,220’ of Water Main on Michigan Avenue. (MSD)
Motion by Siegrist, supported by Foster
to approve an increase to PO #2017-00002246 by $395,865(for a total of $1,307,540) for Bricco Excavating for the replacement
of an existing section of water main along Michigan Avenue. Motion carried by all members present. Motion by Siegrist, sup-
ported by Foster to approve the following budget amendment:
Increase expense:
#592-536.970_0050 Capital Outlay
Infrastructure $347,865
Increase revenue:
#592-000.695 Fund Balance Appropriation $347,865 Motion carried by all members
present.
Item G-6. Consider Request to Create and Fill a New Position of a Full Time Plumbing and Mechanical
(Combination) Inspector for Building & Inspection Services and Approve a 2017 Budget Amendment for the Expenses
and Revenues. (MSD)
Motion by Siegrist, supported by Foster to approve the request to create and fill a new position of
Plumbing and Mechanical Inspector for the Building & Inspection services Division. Motion carried by all members present.
Motion by Siegrist, supported by Foster to approve the budget amendments necessary to fund then expenses and increase the rev-
enues in 2017 General Fund Budget Accounts listed: Expenses: Increase: #101-371.705_0010 (Salaries and Wages Full Time)
$9,645 #101-371.720_XXX (Various Fringes) $4,682 Revenues: Increase: #101-478 (Electrical Permit Revenues) $4,775 #101-
479 (Mechanical Permit Revenues) $4,775 #101- 480 (Plumbing Permit Revenues) $4,777 Motion carried by all members pres-
ent.
Item G-7. Consider Authorization of Permit for Private Fireworks Display. (PSD)
Motion by Siegrist, supported by
Foster to approve a fireworks display permit to BAPS Hindu Temple/American Fireworks Company, at 8:30 p.m., on Saturday,
October 14, 2017, on the vacant property located at 3339 S. Canton Center Road. Motion carried by all members present.
Item
G-8. Consideration of First Reading of an Ordinance to Amend Chapter 78, Article VI, Division 1 of the Canton Code of
Ordinances, Entitled “Housing Code” to Bring the Ordinance into Compliance with State Law Regarding the Hotels,
Inns, and Public Lodging Houses. (PSD)
Motion by Siegrist, supported by Foster to introduce and hold the first reading of an
ordinance which amends Chapter 78, Article VI, Division 1 of the Canton Code of Ordinances, Entitled “Housing Code” to Bring
the Ordinance into Compliance with State Law Regarding the Hotels, Inns, and Public Lodging Houses. Motion carried by all
members present. Motion by Siegrist, supported by Foster to table for consideration and hold the second reading on October 24,
2017 of an ordinance which amends Chapter 78, Article VI, Division 1 of the Canton Code of Ordinances, Entitled “Housing
Code” to Bring the Ordinance into Compliance with State Law Regarding the Hotels, Inns, and Public Lodging Houses. Motion
carried by all members present.
ADDITIONAL PUBLIC COMMENT:
None
ADJOURN:
Motion by Siegrist, supported by
Anthony to adjourn at 8:45 p.m. Motion carried by all members present. _____
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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Northville police have arrested a 27-
year-old man in connection with the bur-
glary of a local restaurant.
According to police reports, Kevin Alex
Greene, of Detroit, had previously assisted
with custodial services at Rocky's of
Northville where the theft was discovered
by employees themorning of Sept. 19.
Police reported that a safe was taken
fromthe building.
Following an extensive investigation by
detectives from the Northville Township
Police Department, Greene was arrested
Oct. 5 and detectives recovered stolen
property related to the burglary.
Police said that Rocky's was singled out
and that no other related incidents were
reported inNorthvilleTownship.
Greenewas arraignedOct. 6 on charges
of breaking and entering and larceny in a
building, according to a report from
Northville police. He was given a $20,000
bond and remanded to the Wayne County
Jail.
Police praised the staff members at
Rocky's of Northville for their prompt
reporting of the break in.
Greene is due in 35th District Cour for
a preliminary examination on the charges
Oct. 27.
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