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X. MAYOR’S COMMENTS
XI. SHOW CAUSE HEARINGS (Only persons who have received notice from the City as
an interested party or the interested party’s agent with written permission may speak
for up to a total of 3 minutes. Speakers must sign up on green form.)
A. SCHEDULED SHOW CAUSE HEARINGS
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XII. PUBLIC COMMENT ON LEGISLATIVE MATTERS (Legislative matters consist of the
following items on the agenda: public hearings, resolutions, ordinances for
introduction, and ordinances for passage. The public may comment for up to three
minutes. Speakers must sign up on white form.)
A. SCHEDULED PUBLIC HEARINGS
B. CONSENT AGENDA
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i. Setting a Public Hearing for July 12, 2010 in consideration of
an Application for Exemption of New Personal Property
submitted by MSU Federal Credit Union for property located at
104 S. Washington Sq.
j. Setting a Public Hearing for July 26, 2010 in consideration of
SLU-3-2010; 815 W. Edgewood Blvd., a request by Antioch
Full Gospel Baptist Church to construct a church on the vacant
property located immediately west of 815 W. Edgewood Blvd.
2. BY THE COMMITTEE ON GENERAL SERVICES
a. Appropriation of Community Funding to On the Boulevard
Business Association for its Barbecue on the Boulevard event
to be held July 10, 2010
b. Approval of an Application for a Public Display of Fireworks
filed by Lansing Parks & Recreation and Charles Holm of
Wolverine Fireworks Display to be held on July 4, 2010 with a
rain date of July 5, 2010
3. BY THE COMMITTEE ON INTERGOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS
a. Supporting the Tri-County Office on Aging Annual
Implementation Plan for Fiscal Year 2011
4. BY THE COMMITTEE ON PUBLIC SAFETY
a. Traffic Control Order 10-016; Installation of stop signs on
Donora St. at the intersection of Kenwood Ave.
b. Traffic Control Order 10-017; Installation of stop signs on
McKim Ave. at the intersection of Donora St.
c. Traffic Control Order 10-018; Installation of a stop sign on Riley
St. at the intersection of Donora St.
d. Traffic Control Order 10-019; Installation of a stop sign on
Forest Glen Ave. at the intersection of Tecumseh River Rd.
e. Traffic Control Order 10-020; Installation of a stop sign on
Fulton Pl. at the intersection of Osborn Rd.
f. Traffic Control Order 10-021; Installation of a yield sign on
Greenwood St. at the intersection of Glenrose Ave.
g. Traffic Control Order 10-022; Installation of a yield sign on
Lamont St. at the intersection of Glenrose Ave.
h. Traffic Control Order 10-023; Installation of sop signs on Viking
Rd. at the intersection of Herrick Dr.
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i. Traffic Control Order 10-024; Installation of stop signs on
Irvington Ave. at the intersection of Ruth Ave.
j. Traffic Control Order 10-025; Installation of stop signs on
Lenore Ave. at the intersection of Pattengill Ave.
k. Traffic Control Order 10-028; Installation of stop signs on Ruth
Ave. at the intersection of Rex St.
l. Requiring the owner(s) of property located at 6226 Barker St.
to Make Safe or Demolish their property within sixty days of
June 28, 2010
m. Requiring the owner(s) of property located at 420 N. Martin
Luther King, Jr. Blvd. to Make Safe or Demolish their property
within sixty days of June 28, 2010
5. BY THE COMMITTEE ON WAYS AND MEANS
a. 2010-2011 Principal Shopping District Special Assessment
6. BY THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
a. Fiscal Year 2010 Year-End Budget Amendment
b. Ratification of Fraternal Order of Police Capitol City Lodge
#141 Supervisory Unit Collective Bargaining Agreement
effective July 16, 2009 through July 15, 2015
c. Correction to Resolution #2010-137; Approval of a HUD
Section 108 loan of approximately $5,400,000 and Brownfields
Economic Development Initiative (BEDI) grant funds of
approximately $2,000,000 to assist in the historic renovation of
the Knapps Building in downtown Lansing. The project will
include approximately 10,000 square feet of incubator space to
be operated by the Lansing Economic Development
Corporation
d. Confirmation of Appointment of Kelly Johnston to the Board of
Zoning Appeals for an At-Large Term to Expire June 30, 2013
e. Confirmation of Appointment of Amber Shinn to the Board of
Zoning Appeals for an At-Large Term to Expire June 30, 2012
f. Confirmation of Appointment of Brad Williams to the Board of
Zoning Appeals as Planning Board Representative for a Term
to Expire June 30, 2011
g. Confirmation of Appointment of Maria Starr to the Memorial
Review Board for an At-Large Term to Expire June 30, 2014
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h. Confirmation of Appointment of Adam Hussain to the Park
Board for an At-Large Term to Expire June 30, 2014
i. Confirmation of Appointment of Alisande Henry to the Planning
Board for an At-Large Term to Expire June 30, 2013
j. Confirmation of Appointment of Josh Hovey to the Planning
Board for an At-Large Term to Expire June 30, 2012
k. Confirmation of Appointment of Rory Neuner to the Board of
Public Service for an At-Large Term to Expire June 30, 2013
l. Confirmation of Appointment of Nancy Mahlow to the Traffic
Board for a 1st Ward Term to Expire June 30, 2013
m. Confirmation of Reappointments to Various Boards
C. RESOLUTIONS FOR ACTION
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XV. REPORTS OF CITY OFFICERS, BOARDS, AND COMMISSIONS; COMMUNICATIONS
AND PETITIONS; AND OTHER CITY RELATED MATTERS (Motion that all items be
considered as being read in full and that the proper referrals be made by the
President)
1. REPORTS FROM CITY OFFICERS, BOARDS, AND COMMISSIONS
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b. Letter from Ingham Intermediate School District submitting a copy of
Okemos Public Schools’ 2010 Tax Levy and Millage Reduction
Fraction Computation, Summary of 2010 Summer Tax Levy and 2009
Summary of Summer Sinking Fund Levy
c. Letter from Lansing Community College submitting its 2010 Tax Levy
and Millage Reduction Fraction Computation
d. Applications for Community Funding submitted by:
i. Wexford Montessori PTA for its participation in the New Mt.
Calvary Community Celebration to be held August 7, 2010
ii. Gier Neighborhood Watch #158 for its Neighborhood Family
Event and National Night Out to be held August 10, 2010
e. Letter from Alfonso Salas of South Side Boy’s and Girl’s Sports
Program requesting the reconsideration of its Application for
Community Funding for its Boy’s and Girl’s Sports Program to be held
June 14, 2010 through July 28, 2010
f. Letter from Nan Taylor, Field Representative of Michigan Historic
Preservation Network and the National Trust for Historic Preservation
in opposition to renaming part of Grand River Avenue as Cesar E.
Chavez Avenue
g. Letter from Elva Reyes, Chair of the Lansing for Cesar E. Chavez
Committee submitting approximately 400 letters in support of
renaming part of Grand River Avenue as Cesar E. Chavez Avenue
h Letter from John Pollard, Treasurer of Citizens Against This Bond,
submitting a copy of a complaint to the Michigan Bureau of Elections
regarding the City of Lansing’s Park’s Millage Ballot Language
i. Letter from Charlotte Reynolds of 6213 Towar Gardens Cir., East
Lansing, in support of SLU-1-2010; 5750 S. Cedar St., a Special Land
Use request by Abundant Grace Faith Church to utilize the building at
5750 S. Cedar St. for a church
XVI. MOTION OF EXCUSED ABSENCE
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XX. ADJOURNMENT
Persons with disabilities who need an accommodation to fully participate in this meeting should contact the
City Clerk’s Office at (517) 483-4131 (TDD (517) 483-4479). 24 hour notice may be needed for certain
accommodations. An attempt will be made to grant all reasonable accommodation requests.
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CITY OF LANSING
NOTICE OF SHOW-CAUSE HEARING
DEMOLISH OR MAKE SAFE STRUCTURE
1125 W. MOUNT HOPE AVENUE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Show-Cause Hearing will be held June 28, 2010 in the
City Council Chambers on the 10th floor of the Lansing City Hall located at 124 W.
Michigan Avenue at 7:00 P.M. for the purpose of considering the findings and order of the
Demolition Board Hearing Officer requiring that property located at 1125 W. Mount Hope
Ave. be made-safe or demolished.
Persons who have received notice from the City as an interested party or the interested
party's agent with written permission may appear and be given the opportunity to show
cause why the order regarding said property should not be enforced.
DEMOLITION BOARD MEETING DATE: 4/22/2010 BUILDING: Required, not yet pulled
ORDER: MS or D by 5/22/10 ELECTRICAL Issued 05/17/10; E2010-0489
REASON/CONDITIONS: Unsafe; no action MECHANICAL Required, not yet pulled
HEARING OFFICER: D. Muylle PLUMBING: Required, not yet pulled
DEMOLITION; na
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that a Public Hearing will be held on Monday June
28, 2010, at 7:00 P.M. in the City Council Chambers, 10 th Floor Lansing City Hall,
124 W. Michigan Ave., Lansing, MI, in consideration of the Establishment of the
Principal Shopping District Assessment and Proposed Zones for Fiscal Year
2011.
The special assessment district for the Principal Shopping District is described as
follows:
Let it be known any person who intends to protest this special assessment must
appear and protest at the special assessment hearing in order to appeal the
amount of the special assessment to the Michigan Tax Tribunal. Any appeal to
the Michigan Tax Tribunal must be taken within thirty days of the confirmation of
the special assessment roll, provided a protest was timely made. The protest of
this special assessment must be presented by the property owners, or their
representative in person or in writing at the Public Hearing as scheduled above.
The assessment roll is on file and may be examined in the 9th Floor City Clerk's
Office.
SUBJECT: Notice of Public Hearing regarding the 2010 Principal Shopping District
The records of the City Assessor indicate that you are an owner of, or party with an interest in, property which is
included in this proposed special assessment roll. The Principal Shopping District is a public improvement
established to develop, redevelop and promote economic activity in all zones, and provide for maintenance in
Zone A. By ordinance adopted by the Lansing City Council, Chapter 1020, Section 1026.08 (a-f), of the Code of
Ordinances, I am directed to provide you with the following information regarding the project:
to consider any concerns or objections that there may be with respect to this improvement or the assessment.
APPEAL INFORMATION
Appearance and protest at this hearing is required if you wish to seek further or higher appeal status with the
Michigan Tax Tribunal. A property owner, party with interest, or his or her agent, may appear in person at the
hearing to protest the special assessment, or they may file his or her appearance by letter delivered to the City
Clerk, 9th Floor-City Hall, prior to the close of said hearing. The property owner or any person having an interest
in the property subject to the proposed special assessment, may file a written appeal of the special assessment
with the Michigan Tax Tribunal, 611 W. Ottawa Street, P.O. Box 30232, Lansing, MI 48909 within thirty
(30) days after confirmation of the special assessment roll, if that special assessment was protested at this
hearing.
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2010 PRINCIPAL SHOPPING DISTRICT
THE CITY COUNCIL WILL HOLD A PUBLIC HEARING IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS ON
THE 10TH FLOOR OF CITY HALL, LANSING, MICHIGAN ON MONDAY, JUNE 28, 2010 AT
7:00 P.M. TO REVIEW, PRIOR TO CONFIRMATION, SAID ASSESSMENT ROLL, AND
CONSIDER ANY COMPLAINTS OR OBJECTIONS THAT THERE MAY BE WITH RESPECT
TO THIS IMPROVEMENT OR THE ASSESSMENT.
THE CITY COUNCIL WILL HOLD A PUBLIC HEARING IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS ON
THE 10TH FLOOR OF CITY HALL, LANSING, MICHIGAN ON MONDAY, JUNE 28, 2010 AT
7:00 P.M. TO REVIEW, PRIOR TO CONFIRMATION, SAID ASSESSMENT ROLL, AND
CONSIDER ANY COMPLAINTS OR OBJECTIONS THAT THERE MAY BE WITH RESPECT
TO THIS IMPROVEMENT OR THE ASSESSMENT.
THE CITY COUNCIL WILL HOLD A PUBLIC HEARING IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS ON
THE 10TH FLOOR OF CITY HALL, LANSING, MICHIGAN ON MONDAY, JUNE 28, 2010 AT
7:00 P.M. TO REVIEW, PRIOR TO CONFIRMATION, SAID ASSESSMENT ROLL, AND
CONSIDER ANY COMPLAINTS OR OBJECTIONS THAT THERE MAY BE WITH RESPECT
TO THIS IMPROVEMENT OR THE ASSESSMENT.
THE CITY COUNCIL WILL HOLD A PUBLIC HEARING IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS ON
THE 10TH FLOOR OF CITY HALL, LANSING, MICHIGAN ON MONDAY, JUNE 28, 2010 AT
7:00 P.M. TO REVIEW, PRIOR TO CONFIRMATION, SAID ASSESSMENT ROLL, AND
CONSIDER ANY COMPLAINTS OR OBJECTIONS THAT THERE MAY BE WITH RESPECT
TO THIS IMPROVEMENT OR THE ASSESSMENT.
THE CITY COUNCIL WILL HOLD A PUBLIC HEARING IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS ON
THE 10TH FLOOR OF CITY HALL, LANSING, MICHIGAN ON MONDAY, JUNE 28, 2010 AT
7:00 P.M. TO REVIEW, PRIOR TO CONFIRMATION, SAID ASSESSMENT ROLL, AND
CONSIDER ANY COMPLAINTS OR OBJECTIONS THAT THERE MAY BE WITH RESPECT
TO THIS IMPROVEMENT OR THE ASSESSMENT.
THE CITY COUNCIL WILL HOLD A PUBLIC HEARING IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS ON
THE 10TH FLOOR OF CITY HALL, LANSING, MICHIGAN ON MONDAY, JUNE 28, 2010 AT
7:00 P.M. TO REVIEW, PRIOR TO CONFIRMATION, SAID ASSESSMENT ROLL, AND
CONSIDER ANY COMPLAINTS OR OBJECTIONS THAT THERE MAY BE WITH RESPECT
TO THIS IMPROVEMENT OR THE ASSESSMENT.
THE CITY COUNCIL WILL HOLD A PUBLIC HEARING IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS ON
THE 10TH FLOOR OF CITY HALL, LANSING, MICHIGAN ON MONDAY, JUNE 28, 2010 AT
7:00 P.M. TO REVIEW, PRIOR TO CONFIRMATION, SAID ASSESSMENT ROLL, AND
CONSIDER ANY COMPLAINTS OR OBJECTIONS THAT THERE MAY BE WITH RESPECT
TO THIS IMPROVEMENT OR THE ASSESSMENT.
THE CITY COUNCIL WILL HOLD A PUBLIC HEARING IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS ON
THE 10TH FLOOR OF CITY HALL, LANSING, MICHIGAN ON MONDAY, JUNE 28, 2010 AT
7:00 P.M. TO REVIEW, PRIOR TO CONFIRMATION, SAID ASSESSMENT ROLL, AND
CONSIDER ANY COMPLAINTS OR OBJECTIONS THAT THERE MAY BE WITH RESPECT
TO THIS IMPROVEMENT OR THE ASSESSMENT.
THE CITY COUNCIL WILL HOLD A PUBLIC HEARING IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS ON
THE 10TH FLOOR OF CITY HALL, LANSING, MICHIGAN ON MONDAY, JUNE 28, 2010 AT
7:00 P.M. TO REVIEW, PRIOR TO CONFIRMATION, SAID ASSESSMENT ROLL, AND
CONSIDER ANY COMPLAINTS OR OBJECTIONS THAT THERE MAY BE WITH RESPECT
TO THIS IMPROVEMENT OR THE ASSESSMENT.
THE CITY COUNCIL WILL HOLD A PUBLIC HEARING IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS ON
THE 10TH FLOOR OF CITY HALL, LANSING, MICHIGAN ON MONDAY, JUNE 28, 2010 AT
7:00 P.M. TO REVIEW, PRIOR TO CONFIRMATION, SAID ASSESSMENT ROLL, AND
CONSIDER ANY COMPLAINTS OR OBJECTIONS THAT THERE MAY BE WITH RESPECT
TO THIS IMPROVEMENT OR THE ASSESSMENT.
THE CITY COUNCIL WILL HOLD A PUBLIC HEARING IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS ON
THE 10TH FLOOR OF CITY HALL, LANSING, MICHIGAN ON MONDAY, JUNE 28, 2010 AT
7:00 P.M. TO REVIEW, PRIOR TO CONFIRMATION, SAID ASSESSMENT ROLL, AND
CONSIDER ANY COMPLAINTS OR OBJECTIONS THAT THERE MAY BE WITH RESPECT
TO THIS IMPROVEMENT OR THE ASSESSMENT.
PARCEL NUMBER:
PROPERTY ADDRESS:
ZONE:
PARKING LOT
VACANT LAND
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Public Hearing will be held on Monday, June
28, 2010 at 7:00 P.M. in the City Council Chambers, 10th Floor Lansing City Hall,
124 W. Michigan Ave., Lansing, MI for the purpose of considering an Ordinance
of the City of Lansing, Michigan to Amend Chapter 812 of the Lansing Codified
Ordinances by allowing the Principal Shopping District to do business under
another name and further defining the scope of allowed activities within the
Principal Shopping District. For more information please call 483-4177.
8 Section 1. That Chapter 812 of the Codified Ordinances of the City of Lansing,
10 CHAPTER 812.
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13 812.01. Definitions.
14 A lley means a publicly owned accessway which is intended to serve adjacent property.
15 Landscape area means a planter tub, a grated tree planter, a bermed planting, the
16 parkway, or a flower, ground cover or shrub bed with or without a mulch covering.
17 Parkway means the area between the edge of the roadway and the sidewalk, or the
20 Right-of-way means the entire portion of land between property lines, including any
22 Street, roadway and highway means the portion of the right-of-way intended for
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1 vehicular travel.
2 Sidewalk means that hard surface part of the right-of-way between the parkway and the
4 Temporary encroachment refers to uses that involve the use of the public right-of-way for
5 specific activities taking place on a seasonal basis or for short durations. These include but are to
6 limited to tables, chairs display racks, surface level signs, push carts, pedestals, solicitors, sales
10 curb line of Ottawa Street and the south curb line of Ionia Strcct; and 3) the north curb line of
11 Tonic Street and 'he south curb line of Shiawasscc Street and also the four block right-of-way of
13 Allegan St.;2)the south curb line of Allegan St. and the north curb line of Washtenaw St.; 3) the
14 south curb line of Washtenaw St. and the north curb lint of Kalamazoo St.; and 4) the south curb
17 (a) The City may provide for the development or redevelopment of the principal
18 shopping district as authorized by Public Act No. 120 of 1961 as amended (M.C.L.A. 125.981 et
19 seq.) and this chapter. THE PRINCIPAL SHOPPING DISTRICT MAY DO BUSINESS
21 (b) The use in this chapter of the term "public improvement" does not prevent the
22 levying of a special assessment for the cost of a part of a principal shopping district project that
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1 represents special benefits.
2 (c) Whenever council orders public improvements that are mentioned in this section,
3 it may determine, by resolution or ordinance, that the whole or some portion of the expense of
4 any such public improvement shall be borne by the owners of adjacent parcels of land. In such a
5 case, the procedure to be used to assess the cost of such public improvements shall be borne by
6 the owners of adjacent parcels of land. In such a case, the procedure to be used to assess the cost
9 To promote economic activity and to provide for the maintenance, security and operation
11 The Downtown Lansing and Environs Principal Shopping District (hereinafter called
13 parcels within or having frontage immediately contiguous to the described boundary, is hereby
16 Capitol Avenue and the north right-of-way line of W. St. Joseph Street, "Point of
17 Beginning," North along S. Capitol Avenue right-of-way line to the center line of W.
18 Washtenaw Street, west along the center line of W. Washtenaw Street to the center line
19 of Townsend Street, north along the center line of Townsend Street to the center line of
20 W. Allegan Street, then east along the W. Allegan Street center line to the center line of
21 S. Capitol Avenue, north along the S. Capitol Avenue center line to the center line of W.
22 Saginaw Street, east along the W. Saginaw Street center line to the west right-of-way line
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1 of N. Washington Avenue; north along the N. Washington Avenue right-of-way line to
2 the north right-of-way line of W. Grand River Avenue, east along the W. Grand River
3 Avenue right-of-way line to the west right-of-way line of Turner Street, north along the
4 Turner Street right-of-way line to the north right-of-way line of Clinton Street, east along
5 Clinton Street right-of-way to the east right-of-way line of Center Street, south along the
6 Center Street right-of-way line to the north right-of-way line of Liberty Street, east along
7 the Liberty Street right-of-way line to the center line of N. Cedar Street, south along the
8 N. Cedar Street center line to the south right-of-way line of East Grand River Avenue,
9 east along the E. Grand River Avenue right-of-way line to the west right of-way line of
10 N. Larch Street, south along the N. Larch Street right-of-way line to the center line of E.
11 Shiawassee Street, east along the E. Shiawassee Street center line to the west right-of-
12 way line of the Conrail right-of-way, south along the Conrail right-of-way line to the
13 south right-of-way line of E. Michigan Avenue, west along the E. Michigan Avenue
14 right-of-way to the east right-of-way line of S. Larch Street, south along the S. Larch
15 Street right-of-way line to the center line of E. Kalamazoo Street, then west along E.
16 Kalamazoo Street center line to the center line of S. Larch Street, then south along the S.
17 Larch Street center line to the north right-of-way line of St. Joseph Street (extended),
18 west along the St. Joseph Street right-of-way line (extended) to the point of beginning.
19 The Principal Shopping District, as described herein, shall contain zones as described
20 below:
21 Zone A : Beginning at the intersection of the center line of W. Shiawassee Street and the
22 center line of N. Capitol Avenue, the "Point of Beginning -A", east along the center line
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1 of Shiawassee Street to the west right-of-way line of the Conrail right-of-way, south
2 along the Conrail right-of-way line to the center line of E. Michigan Avenue, west along
3 the center line of E. Michigan Avenue to the center line of S. Cedar Street, south along
4 the S. Cedar Street center line to the center line of E. Kalamazoo Street, west along the E.
5 Kalamazoo Street center line to the center line of Museum Drive, northwesterly along the
6 center line of Museum Drive to the north line of Impression Five Condominium
7 (extended), west along the said north line of Impression Five Condominium (extended) to
8 the center line of the Grand River, southeasterly along the center of the Grand River to
9 the center line of E. Kalamazoo Street, continuing along the center line of E. Kalamazoo
10 Street to the center line of Grand Avenue, south along the Grand Avenue center line to
11 the center line of W. Lenawee Street, west along the W. Lenawee Street center line to the
12 west right-of-way line of S. Capitol Avenue, north along the west right-of-way line of S.
13 Capitol Avenue to W. Washtenaw street, west along the center line of W. Washtenaw
14 Street to the center line of Townsend Street, north along the center line of Townsend
15 Street to the center line of W. Allegan Street, then east along the W. Allegan Street center
16 line of W. Allegan Street to the center line of S. Capitol Avenue, north along the S.
19 and the north right-of-way line of W. Grand River Avenue, the "Point of Beginning -B,"
20 east along the W. Grand River right-of-way line to the west right-of-way line of Turner
21 Street, north along the Turner Street right-of-way line to the north right-of-way line of
22 Clinton Street, east along the Clinton Street right-of-way line to the east right-of-way line
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1 of Center Street, south along the Center Street right-of-way line to the north right-of-way
2 line of Liberty Street, east along the Liberty Street right-of-way line to the center, line of
3 N. Cedar Street, south along the N. Cedar Street center line to the center line of E. Maple
4 Street, west along E. Maple Street center line (as aligned) to the west right-of-way line of
5 N. Washington Avenue, north along the N. Washington Avenue right-of-way line to the
7 Zone C - North: Beginning at the intersection of the center line of N. Capitol Avenue and
8 the center line of W. Shiawassee Street, the "Point of Beginning -C (North)," north along
9 the N. Capitol Avenue center line to the center line of W. Saginaw Street, east along the
10 W. Saginaw Street center line to west right-of-way line of N. Washington Avenue, north
11 along the N. Washington Avenue right-of-way line to the center line of E. Maple Street,
12 east along E. Maple Street (as aligned) center line to the center line of N. Cedar Street,
13 north along the N. Cedar Street center line to the south right-of-way line of E. Grand
14 River Avenue, east along the E. Grand River Avenue right-of-way line to the west right-
15 of-way line of N. Larch Street, south along the N. Larch Street right-of-way line to the
16 center line of E. Shiawassee Street, west along the E. Shiawassee Street center line to the
18 Zone C -South: Beginning at the intersection of the west right-of-way line of S. Capitol
19 Avenue and the center line of W. Lenawee Street, the "Point of Beginning -C (South),"
20 east along the W. Lenawee Street center line to the center line of Grand Avenue, north
21 along Grand Avenue center line to the center line of E. Kalamazoo Street, east along the
22 Kalamazoo Street center line to the center of the Grand River, northwesterly along the
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1 center line of the Grand River to the north line of Impression Five Condominium
2 (extended), east along the north line of Impression Five Condominium (extended) to the
3 center line of Museum Drive, southeasterly along the center line of Museum Drive to the
4 center line of E. Kalamazoo Street, east along the Kalamazoo Street center line to the
5 center line of S. Cedar Street, north along the Cedar Street center line to the center line of
6 E. Michigan Avenue, east along the E. Michigan Avenue center line to the west right-of-
7 way line of the Conrail right-of-way, south along the Conrail right-of-way line to the
8 south right-of-way line of E. Michigan Avenue, then west along the E. Michigan Avenue
9 right-of-way line to the east right-of-way line of S. Larch Street, south along the S. Larch
10 Street right-of-way line to the center line of E. Kalamazoo Street, west along the E.
11 Kalamazoo Street center line to the center line of S. Larch Street, south along the S.
12 Larch Street center line to the north right-of-way line of St. Joseph Street (extended),
13 west along the St. Joseph Street right-of-way line (extended) to the west right-of-way line
14 of S. Capitol Avenue, then north along the S. Capitol Avenue right-of-way to the point of
15 beginning -C (South).
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18 parallel to such property lines and 20 feet therefrom, m surcd on the perpendicular, shall bc
19 heated as sidewalks and shall bc subject to all provisions of these Codified Ordinances
20 applicable to sidewalks.
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22 (a) The Washington Square Mall is closed to all vehicular traffic, including the riding
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1 of bicycles, except as providcd in subsections (b) and (c) hereof:
3 "` gency vchiclcs.Public police and fire vchiclcs and public and private
4 ambulances;
5 (2) Public works, maintenance and service vchiclcs. Public and private street repair
6 and construction vehicles and equipment; public and private maintenance, street
7 cleaning and snow removal vehicles and equipment; public and private water and
8 sewer repair and construction vchiclcs and equipment; and public and private
12 of substantial need to use the area deemed in subsection (a) hereof during the
14 Recreation may issue a temporary special permit for the purposes outlined in the
16 (c) City Council, upon passage of a resolution, may reopen all or part of the
19 pigregulations el-per-kin
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22 (a) No person shall ride and/or maneuver a skateboard on the Washington Square
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8 Avcnuc and Lenawce Street or in the area bounded by the north street curb line of Michigan
9 Avenue on the south, the cast line of the River Walk on the west, fix.' north street curb line of
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15 BOARD.
16 The Mayor shall appoint and Council shall confirm an eight-member Principal Shopping
21 conducting retail and institutional promotions, and sponsoring special events and
22 related activities. A business may prohibit the use of its name or logo in a public
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1 relations campaign, promotion, or special event or related activity for the
3 (b) A program to provide for the maintenance, security, and operation of the public
5 (c) Advising the Mayor on the issuance of permits for special events, right-of-way
8 (d) Advising the Mayor and Council on the method to finance the whole or any part
11 evaluating the effectiveness and analyzing the statues, priorities for service,
12 activities and programs of the Principal Shopping District Board; the report shall
13 be filed with the City Clerk and copies provided to the Mayor and Council;
14 (f) The annual submission, prior to August 15 of each year, of an independent audit
15 of all accounts at the close of the fiscal year, which shall end June 30; the audit
16 shall be made by a Certified Public Accountant and shall be filed with the City
18 (g) The annual submission, prior to June 30 of each year or prior to any request for
19 the city to levy a special assessment, of the budget of the Principal Shopping
20 District Board for the fiscal year commencing July 1 of that year.
21 The Board shall consist of a representative of City government, an individual from the
22 adjacent residential area and at least five owners or operators of businesses located within the
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1 Principal Shopping District. The Board appointees shall serve overlapping four-year terms. In the
2 first instance, the Mayor shall so arrange their terms that two members' terms shall expire on
3 June 30, 1997, two members' terms on June 30 in the succeeding year and two members' terms
4 on June 30 in the third year, and two members' terms on June 30 in the fourth year. The Board
5 shall meet not less than once a month. The affirmative vote of five members of the Board shall
8 (a) Required. The following activities are prohibited in the public spaces of the
9 Principal Shopping District, unless a permit has been obtained for such activity:
10 (1) Any peddling, hawking and vending within the meaning of Section 844.01;
11 (2) The sale of or soliciting of the sale of ice cream, ice cream products or
14 promotion or show which has received a permit pursuant to subsection (c) hereof;
15 and
19 activity:
20 (1) Skateboarding;
22 (3) Bicycling;
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1 (c) Permit Conditions.
2 (1) The Principal Shopping District Board shall review any application for a permit
3 required in subsection (a) hereof and shall make written recommendations to the
5 (2) Council may establish by resolution an appropriate fee schedule for such permits.
6 (3) Permits issued by the City to hawk, peddle or vend or for the sale of or the
7 solicitation of the sale of ice cream, ice cream products or confections within the
10 organized show as promotion shall be valid only for the duration of the scheduled
11 events.
12 (4) Perniits granted may be made conditional according to location within the
14 vending or hawking are permitted shall be reviewed annually by the Board and be
16 (5) Any applicant who is denied any permit required in subsection (a) hereof may
18 (6) The Board shall recommend, rules and regulations subject to review and approval
19 by the Council, for the issuance, denial and revocation of such permits.
21 (1) The Mayor or his/her designee may, after consultation with the City Attorney and
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1 permit issued under this section be revoked for damaging, defacing, injuring,
3 pedestrians or vehicles thereupon; or for violating any other State law or City
4 ordinance.
5 (2) Prior to such recommendation, the Mayor or his/her designee shall serve notice in
6 writing on the holder of such permit of the time, place and date of the hearing.
7 The notice shall be served upon the permit holder a minimum of ten days before
8 the scheduled hearing and shall contain a reasonably definite statement of the
9 reason that the permit holder is alleged to have committed the violation. The
10 notice shall inform the permit holder that he or she may appear in person with or
11 without counsel, may produce witnesses on his or her own behalf and may cross-
12 examine witnesses who testify against him or her. Any hearing conducted by the
15 evidence presented. If, after a proper hearing, the Mayor or his/her designee
16 determines that the permit should be revoked, he or she shall within five days
19 For purposes of Sections 812.07 and 812.08, public spaces and public outdoor spaces
20 shall not include properties operated and maintained by the Lansing Entertaimnent and Public
21 Facilities Authority, City parking garages, or City operated surface parking lots or designated
22 park land; provided that this exception shall not include periodic maintenance or cleaning of the
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1 City Hall patio or THOMAS M. COOLEY LAW SCHOOL STADIUM
2 PLAZA.
3 812.99. Penalty.
7 invalid, the same shall not affect the validity of the ordinance as a whole, or any part thereof
9 Section 4. This ordinance shall take effect on the 30th day after enactment, unless given
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Approved as to form:
City Attorney
Dated:
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BY THE COMMITTEE ON DEVELOPMENT AND PLANNING
RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LANSING
WHEREAS, the purchaser of property located at 2822 N. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. in the
City of Lansing, Michigan (the Property) has requested in writing that the City of Lansing
establish an Obsolete Property Rehabilitation District (the District) as enabled by Public Act
146 of 2000, the Obsolete Property Rehabilitation Act (the Act), and
WHEREAS, the owner is Foresight Properties LLC, hereinafter called the ADeveloper@,
and
WHEREAS, the Developer is the legal owner of greater than fifty percent (50%) of all
taxable value of the property located within the proposed District, and
WHEREAS, the Developer has, in writing, requested the District for the Property and for
the City of Lansing to take all necessary steps and actions to establish the District on their
behalf, and
WHEREAS, the property in question and the proposed boundary of the District is legally
described as:
LOT 1 AND PART OF LOTS 2 AND 3, ASSESSORS, PLAT NO. 57, CITY OF LANSING,
INGHAM COUNTY, MICHIGAN, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF, AS
RECORDED IN LIBER 29, PAGE 41, INGHAM COUNTY RECORDS, BEING MORE
PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS; BEGINNING AT THE NORTHERNMOST
CORNER OF LOT 1; THENCE S52°00'30"E, 802.91 FEET ALONG THE
SOUTHWESTERLY LINE OF THE CSX RAILROAD TO THE EASTERNMOST LINE OF
LOT 3; THENCE S02 . 14'42W, T60 FEET ALONG THE EASTERNMOST LINE OF LOT 3;
THENCE 235.43 FEET ALONG THE SOUTHERLY LINE OF LOT 3 AND A 342.70 FOOT
RADIUS CURVE TO THE LEFT, HAVING A DELTA ANGLE OF 39°21'43" AND A CHORD
OF N73°58'04"W, 61.01 FEET; THENCE S01 55'53"W, 7.72 FEET; THENCE
N88°04'07"W, 298.97 FEET; THENCE N01 58'30"E, 361.76 FEET ALONG THE EAST
LINE OF MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. BOULEVARD TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING.
CONTAINING 2.35 ACRES, MORE OR LESS, and
WHEREAS, the Act requires that before establishing the District the Lansing City Council
hold a public hearing in order to provide an opportunity for owners, residents or other
taxpayers of the City of Lansing to appear and be heard regarding the establishment of the
District and that said public hearing was held on Monday, June 14, 2010;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the following property is hereby approved and
established as an Obsolete Property Rehabilitation District as provided by Public Act 146 of
2000 legally described as:
LOT 1 AND PART OF LOTS 2 AND 3, ASSESSORS, PLAT NO. 57, CITY OF LANSING,
INGHAM COUNTY, MICHIGAN, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF, AS
RECORDED IN LIBER 29, PAGE 41, INGHAM COUNTY RECORDS, BEING MORE
PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS; BEGINNING AT THE NORTHERNMOST
CORNER OF LOT 1; THENCE S52°00'30"E, 802.91 FEET ALONG THE
SOUTHWESTERLY LINE OF THE CSX RAILROAD TO THE EASTERNMOST LINE OF
LOT 3; THENCE S02°14'42W, 7.60 FEET ALONG THE EASTERNMOST LINE OF LOT 3;
THENCE 235.43 FEET ALONG THE SOUTHERLY LINE OF LOT 3 AND A 342.70 FOOT
RADIUS CURVE TO THE LEFT, HAVING A DELTA ANGLE OF 39°21'43" AND A CHORD
OF N73°58'04"W, 61.01 FEET; THENCE S01 55'53"W, 7.72 FEET; THENCE
N88°04'07"W, 298.97 FEET; THENCE N01 58'30"E, 361.76 FEET ALONG THE EAST
LINE OF MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. BOULEVARD TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING.
CONTAINING 2.35 ACRES, MORE OR LESS,
and
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED that this resolution shall not be construed as the City Council's
approval of any future application for an Obsolete Properties Rehabilitation Exemption
Certificate for the Developer or any other applicant.
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WHEREAS, a public hearing was held by the Lansing City Council and at least 10 days
before the public hearing the taxing jurisdictions were provided notice to be fully informed
about the fiscal and economic implications of the proposed Plan and given a reasonable
opportunity to express their views and recommendations regarding the Plan in accordance
with Section 13 (10) and 14(1) of the Act; and
WHEREAS, the Lansing City Council, after its public hearing on , reviewed testimony and
evidence regarding the Plan, and found that:
1. the Project Property was historically used for an elementary school for Lansing
Public School District,
2. the Plan provides for the reimbursement of costs attributable to eligible activities to
the developer and the Authority,
3. the Project includes, in addition to the eligible activities identified in the Plan, the
redevelopment of the property,
5. the Plan provides for no capture of property tax increment but provides for the
Developer to pursue Michigan Business Tax credits with the State of Michigan,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Lansing City Council, after having duly
considered the Plan, finds it is in compliance with the provisions of the Act and further
finds:
2. The Plan meets all of the requirements for a ABrownfield Plan@ set forth in
Section 13 of the Act;
5. The amount of the captured taxable value estimated to result from the
adoption of the Plan is reasonable.
IT IS FINALLY RESOLVED that the Lansing City Council hereby approves the LBRA
`Brownfield Plan #48 -Holmes Street School'.
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RESOLUTION #
BY The COMMITTEE ON DEVELOPMENT AND PLANNING
RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF The CITY OF LANSING
Act-5-09: 313 E. Grand River Avenue, (PPN 3301-01-09-257-121); Market for Sale
WHEREAS, the City of Lansing Planning and Neighborhood Development Department requests
authorization to place 313 E. Grand River Avenue for sale on the open market (Act-5-09); and
WHEREAS, the Comfort Station is a two-story building located on a 17' x 80' parcel within the
North Lansing Historic Commercial District on the National Register of Historic Places, and is
zoned "F-1" Commercial District, which allows for a variety of uses, including commercial, office,
and residential uses; and
WHEREAS, on May 21, 2002, after a duly noticed public hearing, the Planning Board voted (4-
1) to recommend approval of Act-21-01, a proposal to sell 313 E. Grand River Avenue, with
conditions including that the property be marketed to community groups for broad-based
community use; and
WHEREAS, since the Act-21-01 recommendation, the no buyer has been able to meet all of the
above conditions, and the property remains vacant; and
WHEREAS, on July 21 2009, the Planning Board held a public hearing regarding Act-5-09, a
proposal to reevaluate the Board's 2002 recommendation (Act-21-01), at which two members of
public spoke in opposition to the proposal; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Board found, based on its review of the location, character and extent
of Act-5-09 in accordance with its Act 285/33 Review procedures that no public purpose has
been identified that would require that the City retain ownership of the building:
WHEREAS, on September 15, 2009, voted (4-0) to recommend 313 E. Grand River Avenue be
sold on the open market by either profit or non-profit buyer(s); and
WHEREAS, the Committee on Development and Planning has reviewed the report and
recommendation of the Planning Board and concurs therewith;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Lansing City Council hereby approves Act-5-09,
the marketing for sale of 313 E. Grand River Avenue (PPN 3301-01-09-257-121);, more
particularly described as:
Lot 23 of Assessor's Plat No. 31 of Block 6, Original Plat, City of Lansing, Ingham
County, Michigan,
; and
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, that any sale shall not be completed without final City Council
resolution authorizing the sale of the property.
RESOLUTION NO.
Act-14-07, 525 and 601 Filley Street, Vacate Storm Sewer Easement - Correct Resolution #100
of 2008
WHEREAS, on the Lansing City Council adopted Resolution #100 of 2008 regarding
Act-14-07, which vacates two sewer easements on the properties at 525 and 601 Filley
Street;and
WHEREAS, the Lansing City Council now desires to correct Resolution #100 of 2008 to
state the correct legal descriptions for the subject easements;
Easement B: That east 125 of the north 200 feet of Lot 0, Scott Subdivision, on
Sections 4 and 5, T4N, R2W, Ingham County, Michigan.
WHEREAS, the City property is comprised of two triangular parcels. - the parcel on the
east, adjacent to the building, is held under the Board of Water and Light (LBWL), and
contains a large steam pipe which runs in a N-S direction through the property; and
WHEREAS, the City parcel on the west is an unplatted portion of the Museum Drive
ROW, and is held by the Department of Public Service; and
WHEREAS, the steam pipe runs through both parcels before extending under Michigan
Avenue immediately to the north; and
WHEREAS, the applicant and the Board of Water and Light have already agreed on a
license for the use of the LBWL property; and
WHEREAS, the current plans for the deck are to place footings and decking on the City
ROW property to support the structure; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Board reviewed the proposal in accordance with the Michigan
Planning Act (P.A. 33 of 2008), and found, based on its review of the location character
and extent of this proposal, that:
1. the deck and outdoor seating would contribute to the character of the
entertainment district, and may be useful in providing barrier-free access to the
commercial properties to the east,
2. a license agreement for each City parcel (one involving the Board of Water and
Light) could permit the project, ensure the safety of the public, and protect the
City's interests in the properties; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Board, at its meeting on May 25, 2010, voted unanimously (5-
0) to recommend approval of Act-3-10, a request by 414 E. Michigan, L.L.C. to
construct a deck on City property and public right-of-way (ROW) ; and
WHEREAS, the Committee on Development and Planning has reviewed the report and
recommendation of the Planning Board and concurs therewith;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Lansing City Council hereby approves Act-
3-10, the request by 414 E. Michigan, L.L.C., to construct a deck over on City property
and public right-of-way (ROW) west of and adjacent to the building at 414 E. Michigan
Avenue, provided that the applicant shall first execute a license agreement for each City
parcel (one involving the Board of Water and Light) which permits the project, ensures
the safety of the public, and protects the City's interests in the properties.
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, that the Mayor, on behalf of the City, is hereby authorized
to sign and execute all documents necessary to effectuate the aforementioned
transaction(s), subject to their prior approval as to content and form by the City
Attorney.
BY THE COMMITTEE ON DEVELOPMENT AND PLANNING
RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LANSING
WHEREAS, Alan H. Hooper, of Old Town Temple, L.L.C., by letter dated May 28, 2010, requests a
local historic district designation as a single historic resource for the former Bethlehem Temple
(a.k.a. Temple Club), located at 502 E. Grand River Avenue; and
WHEREAS, the building was built by First United Methodist Church, which dedicated it on April 7,
1918, and may be eligible for designation on the National Register of Historic Places as a building
with local architectural significance, and its possible association with significant persons or events;
and
WHEREAS, the applicant has indicated his commitment to improving the property in accordance
with the federal standards for its rehabilitation; and
WHEREAS, the local historic district designation will make this property eligible for State and
Federal income tax credits of up to 25 percent of qualified building rehabilitation costs; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Hooper will serve as the applicant's representative on the Historic District Study
Committee; and
WHEREAS, Historic District Commission members Phil Mondro, Cassandra Nelson, and Kara
Wood have also volunteered to serve on a Historic District Study Committee regarding this proposal,
and would satisfy the Study Committee membership requirements under the Ordinance; and
WHEREAS, the Committee on Development and Planning has reviewed the request by the property
owners within the proposed district;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Lansing City Council hereby waives the optional
public hearing on this proposal, which would have been held prior to the establishment of the
Historic District Study Committee, due to the fact that the proposed district is a single property
district.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the City Council hereby establishes a Historic District Study
Committee pursuant to Chapter 1220 of the Lansing Code of Ordinances with the powers and duties
thereunder to conduct studies and make reports and recommendations regarding the former
Bethlehem Temple, 502 E. Grand River Avenue.
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED that this Historic District Study Committee make its reports and
recommendations to the Council within 180 days after all its members have been appointed by the
Mayor and confirmed by City Council.
BY THE DEVELOPMENT AND PLANNING COMMITTEE
RESOLUTION TO SET A PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING THE ESTABLISHMENT
OF AN OBSOLETE PROPERTY REHABILITATION DISTRICT
104 and 106 S. Washington Sq.
WHEREAS, the purchaser of property located at 104 and 106 S. Washington Sq. in the
City of Lansing, Michigan (the Property) has requested in writing that the City of Lansing
establish an Obsolete Property Rehabilitation District (the District) as enabled by Public Act
146 of 2000, the Obsolete Property Rehabilitation Act (the Act), as amended and,
WHEREAS, the owner of the Property, Michigan State University Federal Credit Union, will
be the legal owner of greater than fifty percent (50%) of all taxable value of the property
located within the proposed District, and has the written permission to establish a District
from the current legal owner of greater than fifty percent (50%) of all taxable value of the
property located within the proposed District, and
WHEREAS, the property in question and the proposed boundary of the District is legally
described as:
WHEREAS, the Act requires that before establishing a District the Lansing City Council
hold a public hearing in order to provide an opportunity for owners, residents or other
taxpayers of the City of Lansing to appear and be heard regarding the establishment of the
District.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that a public hearing be held in the City Council
Chambers of the City of Lansing, 10 th Floor, Lansing City Hall, Lansing, Michigan, on at
7:00 p.m. for the purpose of receiving public comment on the establishment of an Obsolete
Property Rehabilitation District under the provisions of Public Act 146 of 2000 as amended
and that the Clerk shall publish once in a publication of general circulation within the
community a notice of the scheduled public hearing and that the notice appear not less
than 10 or more than 30 days prior to the date of the hearing and that the Clerk also cause
the owner of property within the proposed district to receive written notice of the public
hearing to be delivered by certified mail.
City of Lansing
Notice of Public Hearing
The Lansing City Council will hold a public hearing on July 12, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. in the City
Council Chambers, 10 th Floor, Lansing City Hall, Lansing, MI, forthe purpose stated below:
To afford an opportunity for all residents, taxpayers of the City of Lansing, other interested
persons and ad valorem taxing units to appear and be heard on the establishment of an
Obsolete Property Rehabilitation District (the District), pursuant to and in accordance with
the provisions of the Obsolete Property Rehabilitation Act, Public Act 146 of 2000 as
amended, for property located at 104 S. Washington Sq., Lansing, Michigan, legally
described as follows:
Creation of this District will enable the owner or potentially the developer of property within
the District to apply for an Obsolete Property Rehabilitation Exemption Certificate which
would result in the abatement of certain property taxes. Further information regarding this
issue may be obtained from Karl Dorshimer, Economic Development Corporation of the
City of Lansing, 401 S Washington Sq, Suite 100, Lansing, MI 48933, 517-483-4140.
WHEREAS, Michigan State University Federal Credit Union, future owner of the property
located at 104 S. Washington Sq. in the City of Lansing, Michigan (the "Property") has
applied to the City of Lansing for the City to approve the issuance of an Obsolete Property
Rehabilitation Exemption Certificate (the "OPT Certificate"), pursuant to the Michigan
Obsolete Property Rehabilitation Act, being Public Act 146 of 2000 as amended (the "Act");
and
WHEREAS, the Act requires that before granting a Certificate the Lansing City Council
hold a public hearing in order to provide an opportunity for the applicant, the City Assessor,
a representative of the affected taxing units, the residents, and other taxpayers of the City
of Lansing general public to appear and be heard regarding the approval of the OPT
Certificate.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that a public hearing be held in the City Council
Chambers of the City of Lansing, 10 th Floor, Lansing City Hall, Lansing, Michigan, on July
12, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. for the purpose of receiving public comment on the establishment of
an Obsolete Property Rehabilitation Certificate under the provisions of Public Act 146 of
2000 and that the Clerk shall publish once in a publication of general circulation within the
community a notice of the scheduled public hearinq and that the notice appear not less
than 10 or more than 30 days prior to the date of the hearing and that the Clerk also cause
the owner of property within the proposed district to receive written notice of the public
hearing to be delivered by certified mail.
City of Lansing
Notice of Public Hearing
The Lansing City Council will hold a public hearing on July 12, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. in the City
Council Chambers, 10 th Floor, Lansing City Hall, Lansing, MI, for the purpose stated below:
To afford an opportunity for all residents, taxpayers of the City of Lansing, City Assessor,
other interested persons and ad valorem taxing units to appear and be heard on the
establishment of an Obsolete Property Rehabilitation Certificate (the "Certificate"), pursuant
to and in accordance with the provisions of the Obsolete Property Rehabilitation Act, Public
Act 146 of 2000 as amended, for property located at 104 S. Washington Sq., Lansing,
Michigan, but more particularly described as follows:
Approval of this Certificate will provide the owner or potentially the developer of property an
abatement of certain property taxes for the improvements to the property noted above.
Further information regarding this issue may be obtained from Karl Dorshimer, Economic
Development Corporation of the City of Lansing, 401 S. Washington Sq. Ste 100, Lansing,
MI, 48933, 517-483-4140.
WHEREAS, pursuant to Public Act 328 of 1998, Michigan State University Federal Credit
Union (MSU-FCU), has made Application for Exemption of New Personal Property (PPE-
01-2010) for a property located at 104 and 106 S. Washington Sq. which is contained
within the Lansing Brownfield Redevelopment Zone, established by the Lansing City
Council on August 18, 1997 pursuant to Act 381 of 1996, as amended, and
WHEREAS, prior to acting upon this request, the City desires to hold a public hearing on
MSU-FCU's Application for Exemption of New Personal Property (PPE-01-2010), to allow
for all residents, taxpayers and other interested persons to appear and be heard;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that a public hearing be held in the City Council
Chambers of the City of Lansing, 10 th Floor, Lansing City Hall, Lansing, Michigan, on July
12, 2010 on the MSU-FCU's application for New Personal Property Exemption on the
following described property:
and, that the City Clerk cause to be published in a publication of general circulation, giving
notice of such hearing, and that the City Clerk also shall notify the Lansing City Assessor
and the legislative body of each taxing unit that levies ad valorem property taxes in the
eligible local assessing district in which the eligible district is located. Before acting on the
resolution, the Lansing City Council shall afford an opportunity for all residents, taxpayers
of the City of Lansing, other interested persons, including but not limited to the City
Assessor and representatives of the affected taxing units, to appear and be heard on the
approval of a New Personal Property Exemption (PPE-01-2010).
City of Lansing
Notice of Public Hearing
The Lansing City Council will hold a public hearing on July 12, 2010 in the City Council
Chambers, 10th Floor, Lansing City Hall, Lansing, MI, for the purpose stated below:
City Clerk
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Resolved by the City Council of the City of Lansing that a public hearing be set for
Monday, July 26, 2010, at 7 p.m. in City Council Chambers, Tenth Floor, Lansing City
Hall, 124 West Michigan Avenue, Lansing, Michigan, for the purpose of approving
and/or opposing the Ordinance for rezoning:
SLU-3-2010, W. Edgewood Blvd., Special Land Use Permit - Church in the "D-1"
Professional Office District
BY COMMITTEE ON GENERAL SERVICES
RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LANSING
WHEREAS, the Committee on General Services met on Monday, June 23, 2010
and reviewed the request; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Mayor and the Finance Department shall
process this request by charging $350.00 to the Council Community Promotion
Account - 101.112101.741289.0;
WHEREAS, the City Clerk has forwarded an application for a City Permit, which has
been routinely processed without objection, and is ready for final action by this Council;
and
WHEREAS, all required signatures have been obtained supporting the application for a
fireworks display permit;
WHEREAS, Lansing City Council has reviewed the Tri-County Office on Aging
Annual Implementation Plan for Fiscal Year 2011;
WHEREAS, the Transportation and Parking Office conducted a study of the roadway
conditions to determine traffic control requirements at the intersection of Donora Street
and Kenwood Avenue; and
WHEREAS, based upon the results of this study, the Transportation and Parking Office
recommends the installation of stop signs on Donora Street at the intersection of
Kenwood Avenue; and
WHEREAS, based upon the results of this study, the Traffic Board is forwarding an
official recommendation concurring with the Transportation and Parking Office to install
stop signs on Donora Street at the intersection of Kenwood Avenue; and
WHEREAS, the draft minutes for the Traffic Board containing the Traffic Board's
recommendation for this matter are on file with the City Clerk's office; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor concurs with the recommendation of the Traffic Board; and
WHEREAS, the Committee on Public Safety reviewed the report and concurs with the
recommendation of the Traffic Board;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Lansing City Council approves Traffic
Control Order No. 10-016, thereby authorizing the Transportation Engineer to install
stop signs on Donora Street at the intersection of Kenwood Avenue;
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED that Traffic Control Order No. 10-016 shall become
effective when signed by the Transportation Engineer and filed with the City Clerk and
the appropriate signs are installed.
CITY OF LANSING
TRAFFIC CONTROL ORDER
In accordance with Ordinance Number 761 as amended, an investigation of the traffic cofditions
on Donora Street and Kenwood Avenue has been made; and as a result of said investigation, it is
hereby directed that:
All northbound and southbound traffic on DONORA STREET shall be required to stop prior to
entering the intersection at KENWOOD DRIVE.
Any conflicting traffic regulations on the following Traffic Control Order(s) is/are hereby
rescinded: n/a
WHEREAS, the Transportation and Parking Office conducted a study of the roadway
conditions to determine traffic control requirements at the intersection of Donora Street
and McKim Avenue; and
WHEREAS, based upon the results of this study, the Transportation and Parking Office
recommends the installation of stop signs on McKim Avenue at the intersection of
Donora Street; and
WHEREAS, based upon the results of this study, the Traffic Board is forwarding an
official recommendation concurring with the Transportation and Parking Office to install
stop signs on McKim Avenue at the intersection of Donora Street; and
WHEREAS, the draft minutes for the Traffic Board containing the Traffic Board's
recommendation for this matter are on file with the City Clerk's office; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor concurs with the recommendation of the Traffic Board; and
WHEREAS, the Committee on Public Safety reviewed the report and concurs with the
recommendation of the Traffic Board;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Lansing City Council approves Traffic
Control Order No. 10-017, thereby authorizing the Transportation Engineer to install
stop signs on McKim Avenue at the intersection of Donora Street;
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED that Traffic Control Order No. 10-017 shall become
effective when signed by the Transportation Engineer and filed with the City Clerk and
the appropriate signs are installed.
CITY OF LANSING
TRAFFIC CONTROL ORDER
In accordance with Ordinance Number 761 as amended, an investigation of the traffic conditions
on Donora Street and McKim Avenue has been made; and as a result of said investigation, it is
hereby directed that:
All eastbound and westbound traffic on MCKIM AVENUE shall be required to stop prior to
entering the intersection at DONORA STREET.
Any conflicting traffic regulations on the following Traffic Control Order(s) is/are hereby
rescinded: nla
WHEREAS, the Transportation and Parking Office conducted a study of the roadway
conditions to determine traffic control requirements at the intersection of Donora Street
and Riley Street; and
WHEREAS, based upon the results of this study, the Transportation and Parking Office
recommends the installation of a stop sign on Riley Street at the intersection of Donora
Street; and
WHEREAS, based upon the results of this study, the Traffic Board is forwarding an
official recommendation concurring with the Transportation and Parking Office to install
a stop sign on Riley Street at the intersection of Donora Street; and
WHEREAS, the draft minutes for the Traffic Board containing the Traffic Board's
recommendation for this matter are on file with the City Clerk's office; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor concurs with the recommendation of the Traffic Board; and
WHEREAS, the Committee on Public Safety reviewed the report and concurs with the
recommendation of the Traffic Board;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Lansing City Council approves Traffic
Control Order No. 10-018, thereby authorizing the Transportation Engineer to install a
stop sign on Riley Street at the intersection of Donora Street;
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED that Traffic Control Order No. 10-018 shall become
effective when signed by the Transportation Engineer and filed with the City Clerk and
the appropriate signs are installed.
CITY OF LANSING
TRAFFIC CONTROL ORDER
In accordance with Ordinance Number 761 as amended, an investigation of the traffic conditions
on Donora Street and Riley Street has been made; and as a result of said investigation, it is
hereby directed that:
All westbound traffic oil RILEY STREET shall be required to stop prior to entering the
intersection at DONORA STREET.
Any conflicting traffic regulations on the following Traffic Control Order(s) is/are hereby
rescinded: n/a
WHEREAS, the Transportation and Parking Office conducted a study of the roadway
conditions to determine traffic control requirements at the intersection of Forest Glen
Avenue and Tecumseh River Road; and
WHEREAS, based upon the results of this study, the Transportation and Parking Office
recommends the installation of a stop sign on Forest Glen Avenue at the intersection of
Tecumseh River Road; and
WHEREAS, based upon the results of this study, the Traffic Board is forwarding an
official recommendation concurring with the Transportation and Parking Office to install
a stop sign on Forest Glen Avenue at the intersection of Tecumseh River Road; and
WHEREAS, the draft minutes for the Traffic Board containing the Traffic Board's
recommendation for this matter are on file with the City Clerk's office; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor concurs with the recommendation of the Traffic Board; and
WHEREAS, the Committee on Public Safety reviewed the report and concurs with the
recommendation of the Traffic Board; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Lansing City Council approves Traffic
Control Order No. 10-019, thereby authorizing the Transportation Engineer to install a
stop sign on Forest Glen Avenue at the intersection of Tecumseh River Road;
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED that Traffic Control Order No. 10-019 shall become
effective when signed by the Transportation Engineer and filed with the City Clerk and
the appropriate sign is installed.
CITY OF LANSING
TRAFFIC CONTROL ORDER
In accordance with Ordinance Number 761 as amended, an investigation of the traffic conditions
on Forest Glen Avenue and Tecumseh River Road has been made; and as a result of said
investigation, it is hereby directed that:
All eastbound traffic on FOREST GLEN ROAD shall be required to stop prior to entering the
intersection at TECUMSEH RIVER ROAD.
Any conflicting traffic regulations on the following Traffic Control Order(s) is/are hereby
rescinded: n/a
WHEREAS, the Transportation and Parking Office conducted a study of the roadway
conditions to determine traffic control requirements at the intersection of Fulton Place
and Osborn Road; and
WHEREAS, based upon the results of this study, the Transportation and Parking Office
recommends the installation of a stop sign on Fulton Place at the intersection of Osborn
Road; and
WHEREAS, based upon the results of this study, the Traffic Board is forwarding an
official recommendation concurring with the Transportation and Parking Office to install
a stop sign on Fulton Place at the intersection of Osborn Road; and
WHEREAS, the draft minutes for the Traffic Board containing the Traffic Board's
recommendation for this matter are on file with the City Clerk's office; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor concurs with the recommendation of the Traffic Board; and
WHEREAS, the Committee on Public Safety reviewed the report and concurs with the
recommendation of the Traffic Board; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Lansing City Council approves Traffic
Control Order No. 10-020, thereby authorizing the Transportation Engineer to install a
stop sign on Fulton Place at the intersection of Osborn Road;
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED that Traffic Control Order No. 10-020 shall become
effective when signed by the Transportation Engineer and filed with the City Clerk and
the appropriate sign is installed.
CITY OF LANSING
TRAFFIC CONTROL ORDER
In accordance with Ordinance Number 761 as amended, an investigation of the traffic conditions
on Fulton Place and Osborn Road has been made; and as a result of said investigation, it is
hereby directed that:
All southbound traffic on FULTON PLACE shall be required to stop prior to entering the
intersection at OSBORN ROAD.
Any conflicting traffic regulations.on the following Traffic Control Order(s) is/are hereby
rescinded: n/a
WHEREAS, the Transportation and Parking Office conducted a study of the roadway
conditions to determine traffic control requirements at the intersection of Glenrose
Avenue and Greenwood Street; and
WHEREAS, based upon the results of this study, the Transportation and Parking Office
recommends the installation of a yield sign on Greenwood Street at the intersection of
Glenrose Avenue; and
WHEREAS, based upon the results of this study, the Traffic Board is forwarding an
official recommendation concurring with the Transportation and Parking Office to install
a yield sign on Greenwood Street at the intersection of Glenrose Avenue; and
WHEREAS, the draft minutes for the Traffic Board containing the Traffic Board's
recommendation for this matter are on file with the City Clerk's office; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor concurs with the recommendation of the Traffic Board; and
WHEREAS, the Committee on Public Safety reviewed the report and concurs with the
recommendation of the Traffic Board; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Lansing City Council approves Traffic
Control Order No. 10-021, thereby authorizing the Transportation Engineer to install a
yield sign on Greenwood Street at the intersection of Glenrose Avenue;
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED that Traffic Control Order No. 10-021 shall become
effective when signed by the Transportation Engineer and filed with the City Clerk and
the appropriate sign is installed.
CITY OF LANSING
TRAFFIC CONTROL ORDER
In accordance with Ordinance Number 761 as amended, an investigation of the traffic conditions
on Glenrose Avenue and Greenwood Street has been made; and as a result of said investigation,
it is hereby directed that:
All westbound traffic on GREENWOOD STREET shall yield the right-of-way to northbound
and southbound traffic on GLENROSE AVENUE.
Any conflicting traffic regulations on the following Traffic Control Order(s) is/are hereby
rescinded: n/a
WHEREAS, the Transportation and Parking Office conducted a study of the roadway
conditions to determine traffic control requirements at the intersection of Glenrose
Avenue and Lamont Street; and
WHEREAS, based upon the results of this study, the Transportation and Parking Office
recommends the installation of a yield sign on Lamont Street at the intersection of
Glenrose Avenue; and
WHEREAS, based upon the results of this study, the Traffic Board is forwarding an
official recommendation concurring with the Transportation and Parking Office to install
a yield sign on Lamont Street at the intersection of Glenrose Avenue; and
WHEREAS, the draft minutes for the Traffic Board containing the Traffic Board's
recommendation for this matter are on file with the City Clerk's office; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor concurs with the recommendation of the Traffic Board; and
WHEREAS, the Committee on Public Safety reviewed the report and concurs with the
recommendation of the Traffic Board;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Lansing City Council approves Traffic
Control Order No. 10-022, thereby authorizing the Transportation Engineer to install a
yield sign on Lamont Street at the intersection of Glenrose Avenue;
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED that Traffic Control Order No. 10-022 shall become
effective when signed by the Transportation Engineer and filed with the City Clerk and
the appropriate sign is installed.
CITY OF LANSING
TRAFFIC CONTROL ORDER
In accordance with Ordinance Number 761 as amended, an investigation of the traffic conditions
on Glenrose Avenue and Lamont Street has been made; and as a result of said investigation, it is
hereby directed that:
All eastbound traffic on LAMONT STREET shall yield the right-of-way to northbound and
southbound traffic on GLENROSE AVENUE.
Any conflicting traffic regulations on the following Traffic Control Order(s) is/are hereby
rescinded: n/a
WHEREAS, the Transportation and Parking Office conducted a study of the roadway
conditions to determine traffic control requirements at the intersection of Herrick Drive
and Viking Road; and
WHEREAS, based upon the results of this study, the Transportation and Parking Office
recommends the installation of stop signs on Viking Road at the intersection of Herrick
Drive; and
WHEREAS, based upon the results of this study, the Traffic Board is forwarding an
official recommendation concurring with the Transportation and Parking Office to install
stop signs on Viking Road at the intersection of Herrick Drive; and
WHEREAS, the draft minutes for the Traffic Board containing the Traffic Board's
recommendation for this matter are on file with the City Clerk's office; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor concurs with the recommendation of the Traffic Board; and
WHEREAS, the Committee on Public Safety reviewed the report and concurs with the
recommendation of the Traffic Board; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Lansing City Council approves Traffic
Control Order No. 10-023, thereby authorizing the Transportation Engineer to install
stop signs on Viking Road at the intersection of Herrick Drive;
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED that Traffic Control Order No. 10-023 shall become
effective when signed by the Transportation Engineer and filed with the City Clerk and
the appropriate signs are installed.
CITY OF LANSING
TRAFFIC CONTROL ORDER
In accordance with Ordinance Number 761 as amended, an investigation of the traffic conditions
on Herrick Drive and Viking Road has been made; and as a result of said investigation, it is
hereby directed that:
All northbound and southbound traffic on VIKING ROAD shall be required to stop prior to
entering the intersection at HERRICK DRIVE.
Any conflicting traffic regulations on the following Traffic Control Order(s) is/are hereby
rescinded: n/a
WHEREAS, the Transportation and Parking Office conducted a study of the roadway
conditions to determine traffic control requirements at the intersection of Irvington
Avenue and Ruth Avenue; and
WHEREAS, based upon the results of this study, the Transportation and Parking Office
recommends the installation of stop signs on Irvington Avenue at the intersection of
Ruth Avenue; and
WHEREAS, based upon the results of this study, the Traffic Board is forwarding an
official recommendation concurring with the Transportation and Parking Office to install
stop signs on Irvington Avenue at the intersection of Ruth Avenue; and
WHEREAS, the draft minutes for the Traffic Board containing the Traffic Board's
recommendation for this'matter are on file with the City Clerk's office; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor concurs with the recommendation of the Traffic Board; and
WHEREAS, the Committee on Public Safety reviewed the report and concurs with the
recommendation of the Traffic Board; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Lansing City Council approves Traffic
Control Order No. 10-024, thereby authorizing the Transportation Engineer to install
stop signs on Irvington Avenue at the intersection of Ruth Avenue;
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED that Traffic Control Order No. 10-024 shall become
effective when signed by the Transportation Engineer and filed with the City Clerk and
the appropriate signs are installed.
CITY OF LANSING
TRAFFIC CONTROL ORDER
In accordance with Ordinance Number 761 as amended, an investigation of the traffic conditions
on Irvington Avenue and Ruth Avenue has been made; and as a result of said investigation, it is
hereby directed that:
All eastbound and westbound traffic on IRVINGTON AVENUE shall be required to stop prior
to entering the intersection at RUTH AVENUE.
Any conflicting traffic regulations on the following Traffic Control Order(s) is/are hereby
rescinded: n/a
WHEREAS, the Transportation and Parking Office conducted a study of the roadway
conditions to determine traffic control requirements at the intersection of Lenore Avenue
and Pattengill Avenue; and
WHEREAS, based upon the results of this study, the Transportation and Parking Office
recommends the installation of stop signs on Lenore Avenue at the intersection of
Pattengill Avenue; and
WHEREAS, based upon the results of this study, the Traffic Board is forwarding an
official recommendation concurring with the Transportation and Parking Office to install
stop signs on Lenore Avenue at the intersection of Pattengill Avenue; and
WHEREAS, the draft minutes for the Traffic Board containing the Traffic Board's
recommendation for this matter are on file with the City Clerk's office; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor concurs with the recommendation of the Traffic Board; and
WHEREAS, the Committee on Public Safety reviewed the report and concurs with the
recommendation of the Traffic Board; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Lansing City Council approves Traffic
Control Order No. 10-025, thereby authorizing the Transportation Engineer to install
stop signs on Lenore Avenue at the intersection of Pattengill Avenue;
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED that Traffic Control Order No. 10-025 shall become
effective when signed by the Transportation Engineer and filed with the City Clerk and
the appropriate signs are installed.
CITY OF LANSING
TRAFFIC CONTROL ORDER
In accordance with Ordinance Number 761 as amended, an investigation of the traffic conditions
on Lenore Avenue and Pattengill Avenue has been made; and as a result of said investigation, it
is hereby directed that:
All eastbound and westbound traffic on LENORE AVENUE shall be required to stop prior to
entering the intersection at PATTENGILL AVENUE.
Any conflicting traffic regulations on the following Traffic Control Order(s) is/are hereby
rescinded: n/a
WHEREAS, the Transportation and Parking Office conducted a study of the roadway
conditions to determine traffic control requirements at the intersection of Rex Street and
Ruth Avenue; and
WHEREAS, based upon the results of this study, the Transportation and Parking Office
recommends the installation of stop signs on Ruth Avenue at the intersection of Rex
Street; and
WHEREAS, based upon the results of this study, the Traffic Board is forwarding an
official recommendation concurring with the Transportation and Parking Office to install
stop signs on Ruth Avenue at the intersection of Rex Street; and
WHEREAS, the draft minutes for the Traffic Board containing the Traffic Board's
recommendation for this matter are on file with the City Clerk's office; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor concurs with the recommendation of the Traffic Board; and
WHEREAS, the Committee on Public Safety reviewed the report and concurs with the
recommendation of the Traffic Board;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Lansing City Council approves Traffic
Control Order No. 10-028, thereby authorizing the Transportation Engineer to install
stop signs on Ruth Avenue at the intersection of Rex Street;
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED that Traffic Control Order No. 10-028 shall become
effective when signed by the Transportation Engineer and filed with the City Clerk and
the appropriate signs are installed.
CITY OF LANSING
TRAFFIC CONTROL ORDER
In accordance with Ordinance Number 761 as amended, an investigation of the traffic conditions
on Rex Street and Ruth Avenue has been made; and as a result of said investigation, it is hereby
directed that:
All northbound and southbound traffic on RUTH AVENUE shall be required to stop prior to
entering the intersection at REX STREET.
Any conflicting traffic regulations on the following Traffic Control Order(s) is/are hereby
rescinded: n/a
WHEREAS, the Code Compliance Manager has determined that the building located at 6226
Barker, Parcel # 33-01-05-08-203-141 legally described as: Lot 136 Southfield is an unsafe or
dangerous building as defined in Section 1460.24 of the Lansing Uniform Housing Code and the
Housing Law of Michigan and was red tagged on April 23, 2008; and
WHEREAS, a hearing was held by the Hearing Officers on March 25, 2010, at which the
Hearing Officers determined that said building was an unsafe and dangerous building and
ordered the building demolished or made safe by April 22, 2010; and
WHEREAS, said Hearing Officers filed a report of their findings and order with the City Council
and requested the City Council to take appropriate action under the Lansing Housing and
Premises Code and the Housing Law of Michigan; and
WHEREAS, the Housing Law of Michigan and Premises Code require a hearing be conducted
to give the property owner an opportunity to show cause why a dangerous structure should not
be demolished or otherwise made safe; and
WHEREAS, the City Council held a public hearing on May 24, 2010, to review the findings and
the order of the Hearing Officers and the owners were notified in writing of said hearing and had
an opportunity to appear and show cause why said building should not be demolished or
otherwise made safe; and
WHEREAS, the Code Compliance Office has determined that compliance with the order of the
Lansing Demolition Hearing Board Officer has not occurred; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the owner(s) of 6226 Barker are hereby directed
to comply with the order of the Hearing Officers to demolish or otherwise make safe the said
building within sixty days from the date of this resolution, Monday, June 28, 2010.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the property owner(s) is hereby notified that this order must
be appealed within twenty days pursuant to MCL 125.542 and should the owners fail to comply
with the Hearing Officers' order for demolition or make safe, the Manager of Code Compliance
is hereby directed to proceed with demolition of said building.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the cost of such demolition shall be a lien against the real
property and shall be reported to the City Assessor.
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED that the owners in whose name the property appears upon the last
local tax assessment record shall be notified by the City Assessor of the amount of such cost by
first class mail at the address shown on the records. Upon the owners failure to pay the same
within thirty (30) days after mailing by the City Assessor of the notice of the amount thereof, the
amount of said costs shall be a lien and shall be filed and recovered as provided by law and the
lien shall be collected and treated in the same manner as provided for property tax liens under
the general property tax act.
BY THE COMMITTEE ON PUBLIC SAFETY
RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LANSING
WHEREAS, the Code Compliance Manager has determined that the building located at 420 N. ML
King Jr. Blvd, Parcel # 33-01-01-17-231-041 legally described as: S 1/2 Lot 10 Dodge and Daniels
Sub W of Butler Rec L 55 P 553 is an unsafe or dangerous building as defined in Section 1460.24 of
the Lansing Uniform Housing Code and the Housing Law of Michigan and was red tagged on April 7,
2008; and
WHEREAS, a hearing was held by the Hearing Officers on March 25, 2010, at which the Hearing
Officers determined that said building was an unsafe and dangerous building and ordered the
building demolished or made safe by April 22, 2010; and
WHEREAS, said Hearing Officers filed a report of their findings and order with the City Council and
requested the City Council to take appropriate action under the Lansing Housing and Premises
Code and the Housing Law of Michigan; and
WHEREAS, the Housing Law of Michigan and Premises Code require a hearing be conducted to
give the property owner an opportunity to show cause why a dangerous structure should not be
demolished or otherwise made safe; and
WHEREAS, the City Council held a public hearing on May 24, 2010, to review the findings and the
order of the Hearing Officers and the owners were notified in writing of said hearing and had an
opportunity to appear and show cause why said building should not be demolished or otherwise
made safe; and
WHEREAS, the Code Compliance Office has determined that compliance with the order of the
Lansing Demolition Hearing Board Officer has not occurred; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the owner(s) of 420 N. ML King Jr. Blvd are hereby
directed to comply with the order of the Hearing Officers to demolish or otherwise make safe the said
building within sixty days from the date of this resolution, Monday, June 28, 2010.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the property owner(s) is hereby notified that this order must be
appealed within twenty days pursuant to MCL 125.542 and should the owners fail to comply with the
Hearing Officers' order for demolition or make safe, the Manager of Code Compliance is hereby
directed to proceed with demolition of said building.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED whether demolition is accomplished by said property owner or the city
that appropriate seeding and restoration of property take place to avoid run-off to adjacent
properties.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the cost of such demolition shall be a lien against the real
property and shall be reported to the City Assessor.
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED that the owners in whose name the property appears upon the last local
tax assessment record shall be notified by the City Assessor of the amount of such cost by first class
mail at the address shown on the records. Upon the owners failure to pay the same within thirty (30)
days after mailing by the City Assessor of the notice of the amount thereof, the amount of said costs
shall be a lien and shall be filed and recovered as provided by law and the lien shall be collected and
treated in the same manner as provided for property tax liens under the general property tax act.
BY THE COMMITTEE ON WAYS AND MEANS
WHEREAS, the City of Lansing desires to encourage and support shopping and commercial activity in the
Principal Shopping District area by public improvement to develop, redevelop, promote economic activity
and provide for the maintenance, security and operation of the Principal Shopping District by such public
improvement which especially benefits any property within a district; and
WHEREAS, the City of Lansing desires to encourage promotional efforts, business recruitment in all
zones and physical improvements and maintenance services (in zone "A") of the Principal Shopping
District; and
WHEREAS, the City of Lansing has determined that this should be provided through special assessment
zones established for the purpose of financing Principal Shopping District activities; and
WHEREAS, the City of Lansing has determined that the cost of providing such services should be
recovered by a special assessment against properties especially benefited as authorized by Act No. 120 of
the Public Acts of 1961, as amended, and Chapters 812 and 1026 of the Lansing Code of Ordinances; and
WHEREAS, the City of Lansing has reviewed the proposed special assessment boundaries; and
WHEREAS, the City of Lansing has also reviewed the proposed services within the boundaries with an
estimated cost of these services, and
WHEREAS, a public hearing was held on June 28, 2010 at 7:00 pm in the City Council Chamber, 10th
Floor City Hall, Lansing, Michigan to consider the establishment of the Principal Shopping District special
assessment roll; and
WHEREAS, that the City Clerk published notice of a hearing to confirm the special assessment roll in a
newspaper of general circulation at least 10 (ten) days prior to the date of the hearing; and
WHEREAS, notice to the affected owners of the properties in said district was published in accordance
with Chapter 1026 of the Lansing Code of Ordinances and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the special assessment zones for the Principal Shopping
District are established by City Council as follows:
Principal Shopping District: Beginning at the intersection of West right-of-way line of S. Capitol Avenue
and the north right-of-way line of W. St. Joseph Street, "Point of Beginning," North along S. Capitol
Avenue right-of-way line to the center-line of W. Washtenaw Street, west along the centerline of W.
Washtenaw Street to the center-line of Townsend Street, north along the center-line of Townsend Street to
the center-line of W. Allegan Street, then east along the W. Allegan Street center-line to the center-line of
S. Capitol Avenue, north along the S. Capitol Avenue center-line to the center-line of W. Saginaw Street;
east along the W. Saginaw Street center-line to the west right-of-way line of N. Washington Avenue, north
along the N. Washington Avenue right-of-way line to the north right-of-way line of W. Grand River
Avenue, east along the W. Grand River Avenue right-of-way line to the west right-of-way line of Turner
Street, north along the Turner Street right-of-way line to the north right-of-way line of Clinton Street, east
along Clinton Street right-of-way to the east right-of-way line of Center Street, south along the Center
Street right-of-way line to the north right-of-way line of Liberty Street, east along' the Liberty Street right-
of-way line to the centerline of N. Cedar Street, south along the N. Cedar Street center-line to the south
right-of-way line of East Grand River Avenue, east along the E. Grand River Avenue right-of-way line to
the west right of-way line of N. Larch Street, south along the N. Larch Street right-of-way line to the
center-line of E. Shiawassee Street, east along the E. Shiawassee Street center-line to the west right-of way
line of the Conrail right-of-way, south along the Conrail right-of-way line to the south right-of-way line of
E. Michigan Avenue, west along the E. Michigan Avenue right-of-way to the east right-of-way line of S.
Larch Street, south along the S. Larch Street right-of-way line to the center-line of E. Kalamazoo Street,
then west along E. Kalamazoo Street center-line to the center-line of S. Larch Street, then south along the
S. Larch Street center-line to the north right-of-way line of St. Joseph Street (extended), west along the St.
Joseph Street right-of-way line (extended) to the Point of Beginning.
The Principal Shopping District, as described herein, shall contain zones as described below:
Zone A: Beginning at the intersection of the center-line of W. Shiawassee Street and the centerline of N.
Capitol Avenue, the "Point of Beginning -A", east along the center-line of Shiawassee Street to the west
right-of-way line of the Conrail right-of-way, south along the Conrail right-of-way line to the center-line of
E. Michigan Avenue, west along the center-line of E. Michigan Avenue to the center-line of S. Cedar
Street, south along the S. Cedar Street center-line to the center-line of E. Kalamazoo Street, west along the
E. Kalamazoo Street center-line to the center-line of Museum Drive, northwesterly along the center-line of
Museum Drive to the north line of Impression Five Condominium (extended), west along the said north
line of Impression Five Condominium (extended) to the center-line of the Grand River, southeasterly along
the center of the Grand River to the center-line of E. Kalamazoo Street, continuing along the center-line of
E. Kalamazoo Street to the center-line of Grand Avenue, south along the Grand Avenue center-line to the
center-line of W. Lenawee Street, west along the W. Lenawee Street center-line to the west right-of-way
line of S. Capitol Avenue, north along the west right of-way line of S. Capitol Avenue to W. Washtenaw
street, west along the centerline of W. Washtenaw Street to the centerline of Townsend Street, north along
the centerline of Townsend Street to the centerline of W. Allegan Street, then east along the W. Allegan
Street center-line of W. Allegan Street to the center-line of S. Capitol Avenue, north along the S. Capitol
Avenue center-line to the Point of Beginning -A.
Zone B: Beginning at the intersection of west right-of-way line of N. Washington Avenue and the north
right-of-way line of W. Grand River Avenue, the "Point of Beginning -B," east along the W. Grand River
right-of-way line to the west right-of-way line of Turner Street, north along the Turner Street right-of-way
line to the north right-of-way line of Clinton Street, east along the Clinton Street right-of-way line to the
east right-of-way line of Center Street, south along the Center Street right-of-way line to the north right-
of-way line of Liberty Street, east along the Liberty Street right-of-way line to the center, line of N. Cedar
Street, south along the N. Cedar Street center-line to the centerline of E. Maple Street, west along E.
Maple Street center-line (as aligned) to the west right-of-way line of N. Washington Avenue, north along
the N. Washington Avenue right-of-way line to the Point of Beginning -B.
Zone C -North: Beginning at the intersection of the center-line of N. Capitol Avenue and the center-line of
W. Shiawassee Street, the "Point of Beginning -C (North)," north along the N. Capitol Avenue center-line
to the center-line of W. Saginaw Street, east along the W. Saginaw Street center-line to west right-of-way
line of N. Washington Avenue, north along the N. Washington Avenue right-of-way line to the center-line
of E. Maple Street, east along E. Maple Street (as aligned) center-line to the center-line of N. Cedar Street,
north along the N. Cedar Street center-line to the south right-of-way line of E. Grand River Avenue, east
along the E. Grand River Avenue right-of-way line to the west right-of-way line of N. Larch Street, south
along the N. Larch Street right-of-way line to the center-line of E. Shiawassee Street, west along the E.
Shiawassee Street Center-line to the Point of Beginning -C (North).
Zone C -South: Beginning at the intersection of the west right-of-way line of S. Capitol Avenue and the
center-line of W. Lenawee Street, the "Point of Beginning -C (South}," east along the W. Lenawee Street
center-line to the center-line of Grand Avenue, north along Grand Avenue centerline to the center-line of
E. Kalamazoo Street, east along the Kalamazoo Street center-line to the center of the Grand River,
northwesterly along the center-line of the Grand River to the north line of Impression Five Condominium
(extended), east along the north line of Impression Five Condominium (extended) to the center-line of
Museum Drive, southeasterly along the center-line of Museum Drive to the center-line'of E. Kalamazoo
Street, east along the Kalamazoo Street centerline to the center-line of S. Cedar Street, north along the
Cedar Street center-line to the center-line of E. Michigan Avenue, east along the E. Michigan Avenue
center-line to the west right-of-way line of the Conrail right-of-way, south along the Conrail right-of-way
line to the south right-of-way line of. E. Michigan Avenue, then west along the E. Michigan: Avenue
right-of-way line to the east right-of-way line of S. Larch Street, south along the S. larch Street right-of-
way line to the center-line of E. Kalamazoo Street, west along the E. Kalamazoo Street center-line to the
center-line of S. Larch Street, south along the S. larch Street center-line to the north right-of-way line of
St. Joseph Street (extended), west along the St. Joseph Street right-of-way line (extended) to the west
right-of-way line of S. Capitol Avenue, then north along the S. Capitol Avenue right-of-way to the Point
of Beginning -C (South).
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Principal Shopping District public improvements and services be
supported by a special assessment of these costs against the properties especially benefited as follows:
ZONE A -13.2 cents per square foot for first floor and 6 cents per square foot for second floors and above,
parking structures at the rate of 4.8 cents per square foot for the main floors and 2.4 cents per square foot
for second floors and above, parking lots at 4.8 cents per square foot, vacant land at 1.2 cents per square
foot, and industrial & manufacturing properties at 2.4 cents per square foot for the first floor and 1.2 cents
per square foot for second floors and above; for a total of $367,541.21.
ZONE B -9.2 cents per square foot for first floor and 3.45 cents per square foot for second floors and
above, parking structures at the rate of 4.6 cents per square foot for the main floors and 2.3 cents per square
foot for second floors and above, parking lots at 4.6 cents per square foot, vacant land at 1.15 cents per
square foot, and industrial & manufacturing properties at 2.3 cents per square foot for the first floor and
1.15 cents per square foot for second floors and above; for a total of $22,531.
ZONE C (North & South) -2 cents per square foot for first floor and 1 cent per square foot for second floors
and above, parking structures at the rate of 2 cents per square foot for the main floors and 1 cent per square
foot for second floors and above, parking lots at 2 cents per square foot, vacant land at 1 cent per square
foot, and industrial & manufacturing properties at 2 cents per square foot for the first floor and 1 cent per
square foot for second floors and above; for a total of $28,588.96.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the cost and expense of making estimates, plans and assessments
incidental to the preparation of the assessment and the role, and providing notices shall be included in the
expense of the assessment.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Principal Shopping District public improvement and services be
financed by a special assessment of these costs against the properties especially benefited as contained in
the assessment Roll No. PSD10-A/PSD10B/PSD10-C, compiled by the City Assessor and presented to
Council with this resolution.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that in zones "A," "B," and "C" (North & South), all property owners
whose assessment would otherwise exceed $10,000.00 per one parcel, shall be capped at no more than
$10,000.00 per one parcel on an annual basis.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that in zones "A," "B," and, "C " (North & South), any property owned by a
non-profit entity which has received a Federal IRS Section 501(c)(3) non-profit designation shall have their
property assessment capped at 40% of the proposed assessment rate; provided that said entity shall file with
the City Assessor, not later than August 9, 2010 a written application for non-profit Principal Shopping
District designation, together with a copy of said determination of IRS Section 501 (c)(3) status.
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED that if said payment is not received by October 30, 2010, said tax will be
placed on the December tax roll without interest or penalty.
BY THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LANSING
WHEREAS, certain adjustments are needed to close out the 2009/2010 fiscal year
including allocation of the FY 2010 vacancy factor;
WHEREAS, General Fund revenues have continued to decline since the deficit
elimination plan was proposed and approved including: income tax revenue, interest
earnings, State revenue sharing, Building Safety fund revenues, and Drug Forfeiture
funds as a source for funding Police special operations;
Expenditures
Vacancy Factor $ 1,200,000
City Clerk Personnel (73,300)
Planning & Neighborhood Dev. Personnel (57,700)
Finance Personnel (89,400)
City Attorney Personnel 20,000
Police Personnel 530,000
Fire Personnel (60,000)
Parks & Recreation Personnel (369,600)
Building Safety Fund Subsidy 600,000
$ 1,700,000
WHEREAS, the City of Lansing and the Fraternal Order of Police, Capitol City
Lodge #141 Supervisory Unit have negotiated a labor agreement for the period
covering July 16, 2009 through July 15, 2015; and
WHEREAS, the Fraternal Order of Police, Capitol City Lodge #141 Supervisory
membership has ratified this agreement; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor has recommended that the contract be approved; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has reviewed the contract provisions; and
WHEREAS, the City of Lansing has determined that a high priority exists to bring
vacant historic buildings in the downtown back into productive use and the
Knapp's Building project meets this priority; and
WHEREAS, the Knapp's Building project is included in the City's adopted One
Year Action Plan of the Consolidated Plan: and
WHEREAS, under the Section 108 Loan Guarantee program, the City can
borrow up to five years its annual Community Development Block Grant
allocation, and can take up to twenty years to repay the principal and interest;
and
WHEREAS, the Mayor is authorized to submit the Section 108 Loan Guarantee
application and amendments thereto and all understandings and assurances
contained therein, and to act in connection with the application to provide such
additional information as may be required.
SECTION 1. The City hereby certifies and assures with respect to its
application for a loan guarantee pursuant to Section 108 of the Housing and
Community Development Act of 1974, as amended, that it poses the legal
authority to make the pledge of grants required under 24 CFR 570.705 (b) (2).
(b) Held at least one public hearing, on May 10, 2010, to obtain the
views of citizens on community development and housing needs; and
SECTION 3. The City has and will continue to follow a detailed citizen
participation plan that meets the requirements described in Section 570.704(a)(2)
of Title 1 of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, as amended.
SECTION 4. The City has and will continue to affirmatively further fair
housing, and the guaranteed loan funds will be administered in compliance with:
(a) Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Public Law 88-352, 42
U.S.C. 2000d et seq.); and
SECTION 6. The City has and will continue to comply with the
requirements governing displacement, relocation, real property acquisition, and
the replacement of low and moderate income housing described in Section
570.606.
SECTION 7. The City has and will continue to comply with other
provisions of the Act and with other applicable laws.
2). Have not within a three year period preceding approval of their
application, been convicted of or had a civil judgment rendered against them for
commission of fraud or a criminal offense in connection with obtaining,
attempting to obtain, or performing a public (Federal, State or local) transaction
or contract under a public transaction; violation of Federal or State antitrust
statues or commission of embezzlement, theft, forgery, bribery, falsification or
destruction of records, making false statements, or receiving stolen property;
4). Have not within a three year period preceding approval of their
application, had one or more public transactions (Federal, State or local)
terminated for cause or default.
SECTION 9. The City hereby assures and certifies with respect to its
application for a loan guarantee pursuant to Section 108 of the Housing and
Community Development Act of 1974, as amended, that it has made efforts to
obtain financing for the activities described herein without the use of such
guarantee, that it will maintain documentation of such efforts for the term of the
loan guarantee, and that it cannot complete such financing consistent with the
timely execution of the program plans without such guarantee.
SECTION 10. The City has and will continue to hereby certify, to the
best of its knowledge and belief, the following:
(b) If any funds other than Federal appropriated funds have been paid
or will be paid to any person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer
or employee of any agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or employee of
Congress, or any employee of grant, loan or cooperative agreement, it will
complete and submit Standard Form LLL, "Disclosure Form to Report Lobbying,"
in accordance with its instructions; and
(c) It will require that the language of paragraph (a) of this certification
be included in the award documents for all subawards at all tiers (including
subcontracts, subgrants, and contracts under grants, loans and cooperative
agreements) and that all subrecipients shall certify and disclose accordingly.
4). The penalties that may be imposed upon employees for drug
abuse violations occurring in the workplace.
(e) Notifying the agency in writing, within ten calendar days after
receiving notice under subparagraph (d)2 from an employee or otherwise
receiving actual notice of such conviction. Employers of convicted employees
must provide notice, including position and title, to every grant officer or other
designee on whose grant activity the convicted employee was working, unless
the Federal agency has designated a central point for the receipt of such notices.
Notice shall include the identification number(s) of each affected grant.
(f) Taking one of the following actions, within 30 calendar days of
receiving notice under paragraph (d)2, with respect to any employee who is so
convicted:
WHEREAS, the Mayor made the appointment of Kelly Johnston of 805 Britten
Avenue, Lansing, Michigan 48910 to the Board of Zoning Appeals At-Large
position for a term to expire June 30, 2013.
WHEREAS, the Committee Committee of the Whole met on Monday, June 21,
2010 and took affirmative action;
WHEREAS, the Mayor made the appointment of Amber Michelle Shinn of 322
Pere Marquette Drive, #15, Lansing, Michigan 48912 to the Board of Zoning
Appeals At-Large position for a term to expire June 30, 2012.
WHEREAS, the Committee Committee of the Whole met on Monday, June 21,
2010 and took affirmative action;
WHEREAS, the Committee Committee of the Whole met on Monday, June 21,
2010 and took affirmative action;
WHEREAS, the Mayor made the appointment of Maria Starr of 4629 Stillwell
Avenue, Lansing, Michigan 48911 to the Memorial Review Board At-Large
position for a term to expire June 30, 2014.
WHEREAS, the Committee Committee of the Whole met on June 21, 2010 and
took affirmative action;
WHEREAS, the Mayor made the apointment of Adam Hussain of 3814 Calvin
Drive, Lansing, Michigan 48911 to the Park Board At-Large position for a term to
expire June 30, 2014.
WHEREAS, the Committee Committee of the Whole met on Monday, June 21,
2010 and took affirmative action;
WHEREAS, the Committee Committee of the Whole met on Monday, June 21,
2010 and took affirmative action;
WHEREAS, the Mayor made the appointment of Joshua Lee Hovey of 1817
Drexel Road, Lansing, Michigan 48915 to the Planning Board At-Large position
for a term to expire June 30, 2012.
WHEREAS, the Committee Committee of the Whole met on Monday, June 21,
2010 and took affirmative action;
WHEREAS, the Mayor made the appointment of Rory Lorraine Neuner of 907
Britten Avenue, Lansing, Michigan 48910 to the Board of Public Service At-Large
position for a term to expire June 30, 2013.
WHEREAS, the Committee Committee of the Whole met on Monday, June 21,
2010 and took affirmative action;
WHEREAS, the Committee Committee of the Whole met on Monday, June 21,
2010 and took affirmative action;
CATA:
Peter Kuhnmuench as an At-Large member for a term to expire September 30, 2012
Robin Lewis as an At-Large member for a term to expire September 30, 2012
EDC/TI FA/LBRA:
Kim Coleman as an At-Large member or a term to expire February 28, 2015
Baldomero Garcia as an At-Large member for a term to expire February 28, 2016
Gregory Ward as an At-Large member for a term to expire February 28, 2016
Mechanical Board:
Richard Cortright as a Residential Contractor Representative for a term to expire June 30,
2014
Park Board:
Rick Kibbey as a Second Ward member for a term to expire June 30, 2014
Cynthia Ward as an At-Large member for a term to expire June 30, 2011
Planning Board:
Beth Graham as a Second Ward member for a term to expire June 30, 2014
Traffic Board:
Samara Washington as an At-Large member for a term to expire June 30, 2014
Vince Pecora as an At-Large member for a term to expire June 30, 2013;
WHEREAS, the Committee Committee of the Whole met on Monday, June 21, 2010 and took
affirmative action;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Lansing City Council, hereby, confirms the
reappointments to the following various Boards as stated:
CATA:
Peter Kuhnmuench as an At-Large member for a term to expire September 30, 2012
Robin Lewis as an At-Large member for a term to expire September 30, 2012
EDC/Tl FA/LBRA:
Kim Coleman as an At-Large member or a term to expire February 28, 2015
Baldomero Garcia as an At-Large member for a term to expire February 28, 2016
Gregory Ward as an At-Large member for a term to expire February 28, 2016
Mechanical Board:
Richard Cortright as a Residential Contractor Representative for a term to expire June 30,
2014
Park Board:
Rick Kibbey as a Second Ward member for a term to expire June 30, 2014
Cynthia Ward as an At-Large member for a term to expire June 30, 2011
Planning Board:
Beth Graham as a Second Ward member for a term to expire June 30, 2014
Traffic Board:
Samara Washington as an At-Large member fora term to expire June 30, 2014
Vince Pecora as an At-Large member for a term to expire June 30, 2013
REPORT OF COMMITTEE
THE COMMITTEE ON PUBLIC SAFETY met on Wednesday, June 16, 2010 to discuss
parking restrictions in the Westside Neighborhood. Letters were mailed to residents in
the area, bounded by Saginaw Street on the north, Jenison Avenue on the east,
Michigan Avenue on the south, and Stanley Street and the closed GM plant on the
west, inviting them to attend the public meeting, where comments from the residents
were heard. The Committee received letters,
e-mails, and phone calls along with citizen input at the meeting.
Signed by:
The Transportation and Parking Office is proposing to remove all time limit parking
restrictions in the area bounded by Saginaw Street on the north, Jenison Avenue on the
east, Michigan Avenue on the south and Stanley Street/ GM property on the west. The
current time limit restrictions are listed below.
Following the removal of the time limit signs in this area, a 90 day trial period will be
conducted to determine if the removal of the time limits is creating any issues. Based on
this trial period, the traffic engineering staff will recommend the permanent removal of the
time limits, or modifications to parking restrictions if traffic operational issues were observed
during the evaluation period. Although no issues are anticipated, high parking density on
streets narrower than approximately 28 feet could indicate a need to restrict parking on one
side of the street.
Once the evaluation of the time limit removal is completed, the Transportation and Parking
Office will determine if other changes to the existing parking restrictions may be needed.
This could consist of the removal of existing restrictions, implementation of daytime
restrictions, or implementation of full day restrictions on one side of the street.
The expected time for the removal of the existing time limit signs is by the end of July, 2010.
The 90 day evaluation period would begin immediately following the removal of the signs.
INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCE
AMEND CHAPTER 292, SECTION 292.08
Council Member Wood, Chair of the Committee on Ways and Means introduced:
RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL, CITY OF LANSING, that a public hearing be set
for Monday, July 12, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, 10th Floor
Lansing City Hall, 124 W. Michigan Ave., Lansing, MI for the purpose of considering an
Ordinance of the City of Lansing, Michigan, to Amend the Employees' Retirement
System, Chapter 292, Section 292.08 of the Lansing Codified Ordinances, to provide for
a quorum of four trustees when the board has two or more trustee vacancies.
7 Section 1. That Chapter 292, Section 292.08, of the Codified Ordinances of the City of
10 (a) Each Trustee shall be entitled to one vote on each question in the meetings of the
11 Board of Trustees.
12 (b) Five Trustees shall constitute a quorum at any meeting of the Board, EXCEPT
15 (c) A majority of concurring votes shall be necessary for a decision by the Trustees at
20 invalid, the same shall not affect the validity of the ordinance as a whole, or any part thereof
22 Section 4. This ordinance shall take effect on the 30th day after enactment unless given
Approved as to form:
INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCE
AMEND CHAPTER 292, SECTION 292.04 AND 292.05
Council Member Wood, Chair of the Committee on Ways and Means introduced:
RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL, CITY OF LANSING, that a public hearing be set
for Monday, July 12, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, 10th Floor
Lansing City Hall, 124 W. Michigan Ave., Lansing, MI for the purpose of considering an
Ordinance of the City of Lansing, Michigan, to Amend the Employees' Retirement
System, Chapter 292, Section 292.04 and 292.05 of the Lansing Codified Ordinances,
to provide that the retiree trustee of the retirement board be a Michigan resident.
1 ORDINANCE NO.
7 Section 1. That Chapter 292, Sections 292.04 and 292.05, of the Codified Ordinances of
12 (2) A member of Council to be selected by, and to serve at the pleasure of, Council;
15 (5) Three members of the retirement system to be elected by the members of the
16 system under such rules and regulations as may from time to time be adopted by
17 the Board, except that not more than one such elected member shall be from any
19 (6) A resident of the City appointed by the Mayor, by and with the consent of City
20 Council, who is not an employee of the City and is not eligible to receive benefits
22 (7) A resident of the City MICHIGAN appointed by the Mayor, by and with the
1 (b) The regular term of office for such elected and appointed Trustees shall be four
2 years.
4 If an elected or appointed Trustee fails to attend three consecutive meetings of the Board
5 of Trustees, unless in each case excused for cause by the remaining Trustees attending such
6 meetings, or if a member Trustee leaves the employ of the City, or the retired appointed Trustee
7 no longer resides in the City MICHIGAN, then such member shall be considered to have
8 resigned from the Board and the Board shall, by resolution, declare the office of Trustee vacated
9 as of the date of adoption of such resolution. If a vacancy occurs in the office of Trustee, the
10 vacancy shall be filled within sixty days from and after the date of the vacancy, for the unexpired
11 portion of the term, in the same manner as such office was previously filled.
15 invalid, the same shall not affect the validity of the ordinance as a whole, or any part thereof
17 Section 4. This ordinance shall take effect on the 30th day after enactment unless given
Approved as to form:
Chris Swope
Lansing City Clerk
City Council President Robinson and Members of the Lansing City Council
10th Floor, City Hall
Lansing, MI 48933
The attached Application for Naming and Renaming Memorials in the City of Lansing was
not acted upon by the Memorial Review Board within the 90 day timeframe pursuant to
Ordinance #1147 which allows applications for the renaming of streets to be reviewed by
City Council, and is being forwarded for your consideration and appropriate action:
Application for Naming and Renaming Memorials in the City of Lansing filed by
Ammahad Shekarakki to Rename Main St. as Malcolm X St.
Also pursuant to the changes to the ordinance, City Council must hold a public hearing on
the above referenced application within sixty (60) days of receipt of the application. The
public hearing notice must be published 30 days prior to the public hearing. City Council
shall, within ninety (90) days of its receipt of the application, approve or deny the naming or
renaming sought in the application.
Sincerely,
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If you have questions please call: 517-483-4131
When you are done with this form, please return it to:
Chris Swope, City Clerk
Lansing City Clerk's Office
Ninth Floor, City Hall, 124 W. Michigan Ave., Lansing, MI 48933-1695
clerk@lansingmi.gov
Chris Swope
Lansing City Clerk
The Minutes from the Meetings of the following Boards and Authorities of the City of
Lansing were placed on file in the City Clerk's Office and are attached for your information
and review.
If I, or my staff, can provide further assistance or information relative to the filing of these
minutes, please contact us at 483-4131.
Sincerely,
At 8:10 a.m. Chairman James W. Butler III called the meeting to order at the Lansing City Market,
325 City Market Drive, Lansing, Michigan 48933.
COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: James W. Butler III, John Decker, Tim Haggart, Charles Janssen,
Ellen Jeffries, Charlotte Sinadinos, Cindy Bowen, Charles Mickens and Bob Johnson (Ex-Officio).
OTHERS PRESENT: Scott Keith, Greg Soleau, Heidi Brown, Bill Grove, Tristyn Wright, Kent
Lenzen, Jennifer McFatridge, John Hooper, Shelly Busse - Lansing Entertainment & Public Facilities
Authority; Dirk Spillemaeckers - AMTA.
VI. REPORTS:
Commissioner Decker stated that there was unbelievable attendance and that this has
been a long journey to get to today. Commissioner Decker thanked the LEPFA Staff
and Board of Commissioners for their hard work.
Commissioner Mickens stated that he was present for the opening ceremony and then
came back again in the afternoon. He reported that the attendance didn't drop at all
from the morning into the afternoon.
Commissioner Jeffries reported that she arrived at noon and that the Market was
jammed; very exciting energy.
Commissioner Bowen reported that she was present for the opening ceremony and
complimented Scott on his remarks.
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Commissioner Sinadinos stated that she was present for the opening ceremony and that
the atmosphere was electric; very exciting.
Bob Johnson stated that he remembers the initial plans for connecting Old Town to
REO; with the river as the "spine" and the City Market as the center. He stated that the
City Market is inviting and appealing.
Chairman Butler reported that he attended the Crosstown Showdown and that the game
was good and there was great camaraderie.
B. SECRETARY/TREASURER'S REPORT:
1. Monthly Financial Statements for the Period Ending March 31, 2010:
Finance Committee Chairman Charlotte Sinadinos reviewed the Financial
Statements as follows:
a.Lansing City Market: Total Operating Revenue for the current period is
$6,276 compared to the prior year's current period amount of $9,252. It was.
noted that the difference is due to not having parking revenue any longer.
Year-to-date Total Operating Revenue is $60,125 compared to the prior year's
amount of $62,400. Total Operating Expenses year-to-date are. $47,183 compared
to the prior year's amount of $9,684; the difference is due to Maintenance of
Facilities being higher this year due to. the move and construction of the new
City Market. City Contribution for the current period is $6;457 compared to the
prior year's amount of $2,705. Excess Revenues Over Expenses for the current
period is at a loss of ($34,443) compared to the prior year's amount of $2,289.
Year-to-date there is a loss of ($85,130) compared to the prior year's loss of
($4,209).
Budget vs. Actual: Total Operating Revenue year-to-date is ($11,580) less than
budget. Total Operating Expenses year-to-date are $66,502 higher than budget.
Excess Revenues Over Expenses are ($77,966) behind budget.
b. Cooley Stadium: Event Revenue for the current period is $1,796. Event
Expenses for the current period are $928. Event Income for the current
period is $867. Utilities were billed incorrectly last year, therefore,
Utilities for the current period seem high.
Balance Sheet: Unreserved Equity for the current year is $95,053 compared to
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Budget vs. Actual: Excess Revenues Over Expenses year-to-date are $30,590
better than budget.
1. Cross-town Showdown: Scott reported that there was great attendance at this year's
event. This is the last year on MSU's contract and new negotiations will start in
August. Scott reported that we do sign an amendment with regard to the Lugnuts
playing in exhibition games.
2. Lansing City Market: Scott distributed a photo collage of the Grand Opening for
everyone to view. Scott stated that he will e-mail the photo, along with several other
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Scott reported that he has received preliminary plans for the City Market mezzanine
addition, but we need to find the funding to make this happen.
Commissioner Janssen asked what the budget is for this project. Scott responded
that the budget is approximately one-half to three-quarters of a million dollars.
Scott reported on an editorial regarding the City Market that ran in the Lansing
State Journal prior to the Grand Opening.
3. Common Ground: Scott reported on the artist announcements that were made
last week. Another announcement will be made next week.
Scott spoke about the second stage location (old Lansing City Market site) and how
the set-up will be different than in previous years.
4. Lansing Center: Scott reported on the budget presentation that he gave to Council
last Monday night. Scott . stated that Council was pleased and had.a few questions
pertaining to the properties.
Scott reported that there will be a second LEPFA Healthcare Committee meeting
tomorrow. We expect to see a 10% to 15% increase in premiums.
Scott stated that Tristyn Wright has been named as the Vice-President of Operations
for LEPFA and that he will make an announcement to the staff later today.
Chairman Butler commented to Tristyn that she has earned the right to compete;
and that he is delighted to have an internal candidate fill the position.
a.) Parking Concerns: Scott stated that we are working with Bob Johnson and his
department on this issue and cited the City Market Grand Opening as an
example.
b.) Common Ground Sponsorship: Council asked that Gerald Ambrose provide
actual dollar amounts for the City's in-kind sponsorship.
c.) Pedway: Council asked what impact there would be on the Lansing Center if
the Pedway were to shrink in size or go away completely. Bob Johnson
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explained Council's question. Currently, all operational costs for the Pedway
are incurred by the Parking Depaitrnent. There are discussions as to how to
make this more cost effective; perhaps getting the Radisson more involved.
Other options are being explored.
Commissioner Janssen will call for a Long Range Planning Committee meeting prior to
the next LEPFA Board meeting to discuss the committee's role going forward. He
stated there will also be a follow-up meeting to tie up any miscellaneous City Market
concerns.
Chairman Butler congratulated Tristyn and stated that this is an excellent opportunity to
excel.
At 9:42 a.m. A motion was made to exit the closed session and enter into the regular Board of
Commissioners meeting: MOTION: Commissioner Mickens. SECOND: Commissioner Sinadinos.
Motion approved
Commissioner Mickens recommended that the Board accept the Personnel Committee's
recommendation regarding the Employment Agreement for the President/CEO of LEPFA. The
commissioners present recommend that the Chairman of the Board sign the Employment Agreement
contract, execute and report at the next LEPFA Board of Commissioners open session.
X. ADJOURNMENT: At 9:45 a.m. a motion was made to adjourn the open session of this meeting.
MOTION: Commissioner Mickens. SECOND: Commissioner Sinadinos. Motion carried.
THE NEXT MONTHLY MEETING IS SCHEDULED FOR TUESDAY, MAY 25, 2010 AT 8:00
A.M. - GOVERNOR'S ROOM, LANSING CENTER, LANSING, MI 48933.
Respectfully submitted,
Shelly Busse, Recording Secretary
RECEIVE
Members Present: Doug Johns, Jr., Stacy Wallace, Terry Carella, Vince
Villegas, Phil Clacko, Kris Elliott, Bob Trezise, Jr.
Members Absent: Farhan Bhatti,
Board Advisors Present: Jessica Yorko (arrived at 1:00 p.m.)
Board Advisors Absent: Brittney Hoszkiw, Eric Rosekrans,
Guests Present: Kevin Johnson
Staff Present: Mindy Biladeau, Sara Pawloski, Jena. Wood, Katie Wright
I. CALL TO ORDER
V. Villagas called the meeting to order at 12:10 p.m.
VII. COORESPONDENCE
None
VIII. REPORTS
Bi-Annual Michigan Main Street Report
M. Biladeau reported that the Michigan Main Street requires the PSD to
complete a bi-annual report and that this report was completed and submitted
before the due date. The report is included in the board packet for review.
Director's Report- Mindy Biladeau
M. Biladeau reported that the LEDC was not a recipicenrt of the MEDC
Urban Revitalization Grant for the synthetic ice skating rink project that was
submitted. The allotted dollar amount was split up in small dollar amounts to
many communities. B. Trezise Jr. and M. Biladeau will be discussing a Plan
B to raise 100,000. M. Biladeau reported that the new domain name for the
PSD new identity will be downtownlansing.org . It was discovered that this
domain name was actually purchased by the PSD in 2006. Katie Wright was
introduced as the new seasonal, Adopt-A-Spot Coordinator. She will be
working 20 hours per week through November 2010. Eden's Juice is now
open and is planning on scheduling an official ribbon cutting ceremony in mid
to late June. The Wild Beaver Saloon is now open in the 200 south block of
Washington Square. The Law Offices of Catherine Groll is opening June 1,
2010 at 408 S. Wahsington Square, the former Metro PCS space. M. Biladeau
reported that the National Main Street Conference in Oklahoma City was a
great opportunity and learning experience. She appreciated the opportunity
for Sara Pawloski and herself to attend. A list of seminars attended and
experiences was included in the board packet.
X. OTHER BUSINESS
K. Elliott thanked Jessica Yorko for attending the PSD Board of Directors
Meeting.
XI. ADJOURN
S. Wallace motioned to adjourn. K. Elliott seconded. Motion passed
unanimously. Meeting adjourned at 1:15 p.m.
It is the understanding of the Lansing Ethics Board that for some number of years it has been the
practice for the organization producing the Common Ground Music Festival event to offer
complimentary tickets to elected City officers and select City employees. This letter is a response to
that practice on behalf of the Lansing Board of Ethics.
With the 2009 filings with the Board of Statements of Financial Interest, the Board became aware that
the value of a complete Common Ground ticket package could have a market value of as much as
$1,680. As a result of this disclosure; the Ethics Board in 2009 sent a letter to those who disclosed the
gift that they "should be mindful of the impression receipt of a gift with such a high dollar value could
beget."
Realizing that the Common Ground event is scheduled this year for July 12 through July 18, the Ethics
Board again discussed the gifts of Common Ground event packages and its concerns because of the
magnitude of the market value of the gifts and the adverse assumption of a quid pro quo that some
members of the public may reach regardless of the truth of that perception.
The Ethics Board would again ask that those of you who are offered tickets be sensitive to and aware
of the adverse impression gifts of this magnitude create and that the impression will persist despite the
fact that the acceptance of the tickets may not be a technical violation of the City's Ethics Ordinance
mandates.
RE: Z-3-2010 - 2925 and 2935 N. East Street Rezoning from "F" Commercial District to
"E-1" Apai tinent Shop District
The attached correspondence is forwarded for your review and appropriate action.
VB/rh
Attachment
PLANNING OFFICE
316 N. CAPITOL AVE., SUITE D-1
The Lansing Planning Board, at a special meeting held on June 23, 2010, voted (3-0) to recommend approval of
the request by Parviz Soroughian to rezone the property at 2925 & 2935 N. East Street from "F" Commercial
district to "E-1" Apartment Shop district. The buildings at 2925 & 2935 N. East Street were constructed in
2000. Both buildings are identical to each other, each contain 1,497 square feet of floor area and are located on
the same parcel of land. These were the first energy efficient buildings constructed in the City of Lansing.
However, because of the location and unique design, the owner of the buildings has not been able to find any
tenants. The purpose of the rezoning is to allow the buildings to be used either exclusively for residential, light
commercial or office use or for any combination of these uses. The existing "F" Commercial district does not
permit a building to be used entirely for residential purposes.
The Planning Board found, based on testimony, evidence and the staff report, that the proposed rezoning will
have no negative impacts on traffic, the environment or future patterns of development in the area. In addition,
the proposed zoning will bring the property further into compliance with the residential land use pattern being
advanced in the Northeast Area Comprehensive Plan. Furthermore, the proposed zoning actually represents a
down zoning of the property which will make the future use(s) of the buildings more compatible with the
surrounding residential area.
No comments were received at the Planning Board public hearing held on June 15, 2010.
Following your review of this matter, please refer it to the City Council for its consideration.
Sincerely,,
GENERAL INFORMATION
REQUESTED ACTION: Rezone the property at 2925 & 2935 N. East Street from
"F" Commercial District to "E-1" Apartment Shop District.
MASTER PLAN DESIGNATION: The Northeast Area Comprehensive Plan designates the
subject property for residential land use. Howe Street is
designated as a local road and N. East Street is designated
as a principal arterial.
SPECIFIC INFORMATION
This is a request by Parviz Soroushian, DPD, Inc. to rezone the property at 2925 & 2935 N. East
Street, more specifically described as:
LOT 1 EXC S 2.25 FT, LOT 2, LOT 3 EXC E 13.58 FT, ALSO E 10 FT LOT 78;
SUPERVISOR'S PLAT OF COMMUNITY HOME SITES
from "F" Commercial District to "E-1" Apartment Shop District. The purpose of the rezoning is
to permit the building at this location to be used for a combination of residential, light
commercial and office uses.
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Background Information
The buildings at 2925 & 2935 N. East Street were constructed in 2000. Both buildings are
identical to each other, each contain 1,497 square feet of floor area and are located on the same
parcel of land. The buildings were the first energy efficient buildings constructed in the City of
Lansing. However, because of the location and unique design, the owner of the buildings has not
been able to find any tenants. The purpose of the rezoning is to allow the buildings to be used
either exclusively for residential, light commercial or office use or for any combination of these
uses. The existing "F" Commercial district does not permit a building to be used entirely for
residential purposes.
AGENCYRESPONSES
(Sent 6/8/10 - Due 6/22/10)
Assessor:
BWL:
Code Compliance:
Development:
Fire Marshal:
LPD:
ANALYSIS
The property directly adjoins single family residential uses to the south and west. The uses
allowed under the "E-1" Apartment Shop district are far less intensive than the uses allowed
under the "F" Commercial district. Therefore, the proposed zoning will make the future use(s) of
the site more compatible with the adjoining residential uses. For comparison purposes, a
complete list of the uses permitted in the "F" Commercial and "E-l" Apartment Shop district is
attached to this report.
The Northeast Area Comprehensive Plan designates the subject property for residential land use.
The existing "F" Commercial zoning does not permit exclusive use of a building for residential
purposes, however, the proposed "E-l" Apartment Shop zoning would allow the building to be
used entirely for one or more residential units. Therefore, the proposed zoning will actually
bring the property further into compliance with the land use pattern being advanced in the master
plan.
The traffic from the site will utilize the driveways on Howe Street and N. East Street. Although
Howe Street is a local road, the driveway is located very close to N. East Street and therefore,
traffic should not become a burden to the residential neighborhood to the west. N. East Street is
designated as a principal arterial that is designed to carry a high volume of traffic. The traffic
generated by the uses allowed under the "E-1" Apartment Shop district will not have any
negative impacts on the transportation system in the area. In fact, the uses allowed under this
district will generate less traffic than many of any use(s) that could potentially occupy the
buildings under the current zoning.
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
No negative environmental impacts are anticipated to result from the proposed rezoning. The
types of uses permitted in the "E-1" Local Shopping district are generally low impact uses that
do not generate much traffic, noise and other potential nuisances. In terms of the physical
environment, no changes to the site are proposed.
The proposed rezoning will have no impact on future patterns of development in the area.
Although the proposed "E-l" Apartment Shop zoning will create a "spot zone", there are
numerous other instances of spot zoning already in the area. Furthermore, it is very rare that a
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property owner makes a request to down zone a parcel of land. The only reason that this
property owner is making that request is to allow the buildings to be used exclusively for
residential purposes, if that is the only way to make use of the buildings which have sat vacant
for almost 10 years. It is unlikely that other property owners in the area would make a similar
request, however, if they did, it would also be looked upon favorably since it reduces, rather than
intensifies the zoning and the uses and activities permitted therein.
SUMMARY
This is a request by Parviz Soroushian, DPD, Inc. to rezone the property at 2925 & 2935 N. East
Street, more specifically described as:
LOT 1 EXC S 2.25 FT, LOT 2, LOT 3 EXC E 13.58 FT, ALSO E 10 FT LOT 78;
SUPERVISOR'S PLAT OF COMMUNITY HOME SITES
from "F" Commercial District to "E-1" Apartment Shop District. The purpose of the rezoning is
to permit the building at this location to be used for a combination of residential, light
commercial and office uses.
The proposed rezoning will have no negative impacts on traffic, the environment or future
patterns of development. In addition, the proposed zoning will bring the property further into
compliance with the residential land use designation contained in the Northeast Area
Comprehensive Plan. Although the rezoning. is a "spot zone", there are numerous other instances
of spot zoning in the area. Furthermore, the proposed zoning actually represents a down zoning
of the property which will make the future use(s) of the buildings more compatible with the
surrounding residential area.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that Z-4-10 be approved to rezone the property at 2925 and 2935 N. East
Street from "F" Commercial District to "E-1" Apartment Shop District based on the findings of
fact as outlined in this staff report.
Respectfully Submitted,
Susan Stachowiak
Zoning Administrator
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OFFICE OF THE MAYOR
9th Floor, City Hall
124 W. Michigan Avenue
Lansing, Michigan 48933-1694
(517) 483-4141 (voice)
(517) 483-4479 (TDD)
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PLANNING OFFICE
316 N. CAPITOL AVE., SUITE D-1
The Lansing Planning Board, at a special meeting held on June 23, 2010, voted (3-0) to reconitnend approval
of the request by Woodside E & D, LLC to construct a church on the vacant property located between 3310
and 3320 Bardaville Street. The subject property is zoned "F" Commercial district. Churches are permitted
in the "F" Commercial district, if a Special Land Use permit is approved by the Lansing City Council.
The Planning Board found, based on testimony, evidence and the staff report, that the proposed special land
use complies with all of the criteria established by Section 1282.02(f)(1-9) of the Zoning Ordinance for
granting special land use permits. Baseduponthis finding, the Planning Board recommended approval of SLU-
4-2010, with the following conditions:
1. Landscaping, as described in the staff report, is installed along the east and west property
lines.
2 Any dumpsters on the site are screened per the requirements of the Zoning Ordinance.
3. The seating capacity of the building is limited to the amount of on-site parking or parking that
can be leased within 300 feet of the site.
4. The church agrees, in writing, that is will not object to the issuance of liquor licenses within
500 feet of the site.
No comments were received at the Planning Board public hearing held on June 15, 2010.
Following your review of this matter, please refer it to the City Council for its consideration.
Sincerely,
GENERAL INFORMATION
REQUESTED ACTION: Special Land Use permit to construct a church on the vacant
property located between 3310 & 3320 Bardaville Street
MASTER PLAN DESIGNATION: The 1990 Northeast Area Comprehensive Plan designates the
subject property for office use. Bardaville Street is designated
as a local road.
SPECIFIC INFORMATION
This is a request by Woodside E & D, LLC for a special land use permit to construct a church with
associated site improvements on the vacant property located between 3310 and 3320 Bardaville
Street. The subject property is zoned "F" Commercial, which district permits churches, if a Special
Land Use permit is approved by the Lansing City Council.
The proposed church is one-story, 3840 square feet in area and will have seating for 200. 67 parking
spaces are required based on the proposed seating. The site is designed for 42 parking spaces. The
site plan indicates that "overflow parking to the north can be used on Sundays".
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AGENCY RESPONSES:
(Sent 6/8/10 - Due 6/22/10)
BWL:
Building Safety: Shall comply with the requirements of the Michigan Building Code.
Code Compliance:
Development:
Fire Marshal:
LPD:
Public Service:
Transportation:
ANALYSIS
Section 1282.03(f)(1)-(2) sets forth the criteria which must be used to evaluate a Special Land Use
permit request. The criteria and evaluation are as follows.
1. Is the proposed special land use designed, constructed, operated and maintained in a
manner harmonious with the character of adjacent property and the surrounding area?
The proposed site design is consistent with the layout of other properties along Bardaville
Street. Furthermore, churches are typically in use at times that do not conflict with peak
hours for other businesses and activities are usually confined to indoors. The greatest
potential impact on its harmony with the surrounding neighborhood could be the provision
of adequate parking so as to not burden the area with increased on-street parking or excessive
traffic. If approved, the special land use permit should be conditioned upon the seating
capacity being limited to the amount of available on-site parking or parking that can be leased
within 300 feet of the site. The only other issue may be the parking lot behind the building.
Since this area is directly adjacent to a residential use, landscaping will be required to soften
the appearance of the parking lot and to mitigate any negative effects from vehicle lights
shining into windows.
2. WM the proposed special land use change the essential character of the surrounding
area?
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The proposed site is within an area that contains a variety of land uses including multiple
family residential, office and commercial. Given the diverse land use pattern that already
exists, a church will not change the essential character of the area. In fact, the church will fit
in nicely with the child care center to the north, the office building to the south and the
multiple family residential uses to the east and west. The church will be quiet, there will be
no heavy traffic from delivery trucks and the activities will generally be confined to evening
and weekends when the offices and child care centers are not open. Thus, it will not add
significantly to the traffic volumes that already exist on Bardaville Street during the weekdays
when most of these uses on this street are in full operation.
3. Will the proposed special land use interfere with the enjoyment of adjacent
property?
The primary concern with churches in terms of interfering with the enjoyment of adjacent
properties is the potential conflicts with liquor licenses. By state law, a church has an
opportunity to object to all new liquor licenses within 500 feet of the church property. In this
case, there are several commercially zoned properties within 500 feet of the subject property.
Since this is a predominately commercial district, the applicant should agree, in writing, that
it will not object to the issuance of liquor licenses in the area.
4. Will the proposed special land use represent an improvement to the use or character
of property under consideration and the surrounding area in general, and will the use
be in keeping with the natural environment of the lot?
Staff believes that the proposed church will not negatively effect the surrounding area which
is characterized by a mix of multiple family residential, office and light commercial uses. The
site is zoned "F" Commercial which allows for retail, office, restaurant, gas station,
automobile repair and automobile sales uses, by right. Churches are generally far less
intensivethan most of these uses and will therefore, have a lower impact on the surrounding
residential and offices uses and on the child care center to the north. A retail store, restaurant
or any type of automobile service establishment wouldbe completely out of character with
the adjoining land uses as these uses would be far more noisy and would generate a much
higher volume of traffic than the proposed church.
5. Will the proposed special land use be hazardous to adjacent property or involve uses,
activities, materials or equipment which are detrimental to the health, safety or welfare
of persons or property through the excessive production of traffic, noise, smoke, odor,
fumes or glare?
6. Will the proposed special land use be adequately served by essential public facilities and
services, or is it demonstrated that the person responsible for the proposed special land
use is able to continually provide adequately for the services and facilities deemed
essential to the special land use under consideration ?
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No negative comments have been received from any of the reviewing departments or
agencies. However, the project, including the utility details, will have to be reviewed through
the site plan review process.
7. Will the proposed special land use place demand on public services and facilities in
excess of current capacity?
The proposed special land use is not expected to increase the demand on public services and
facilities in excess of current capacity.
8. Is the proposed special land use consistent with the intent and purpose of this Zoning
Code and the objectives of any currently adopted Comprehensive Plan?
The proposed church is consistent with the intent and purpose of the Zoning Ordinance and
the Northeast Area Comprehensive Plan. The comprehensive plan designates the subject
property for office use and the Zoning Ordinance designates the property for commercial use.
Churches are permitted in all zoning districts, provided City Council approves an SLU which
is evaluated based on the nine criteria contained in the Zoning Ordinance. The proposed
church will be consistent with the Zoning Ordinance provided it has sufficient parking for the
200 member congregation.
9. Will the proposed special land use meet the dimensional requirements of the district in
which the property is located?
The proposed site complies with all setback and parking lot layout requirements. The
required number of parking spaces for a church with a seating capacity of 200 is the only
dimensional issue that needs to be addressed. 67 parking spaces are required and 42 are
shown on the site plan. The applicant has 2 options: (1) Obtain a written lease agreement
from a property owner within 300 feet of the site for use of 25 additional parking spaces; or
(2) reduce the seating capacity to 126.
The applicant should be advised that landscaping will be required in the 8 foot buffer strip
along the front and rear property lines. The landscaping must consist of a row of shrubs and
trees at a ratio of 1 tree for each 30 lineal feet of buffer area and 5 shrubs for each 20 lineal
feet of buffer area. The trees must have a minimum starting size of 2 caliper inches. Shrubs
must have a minimum size of 24 inches in height and spread at the time of planting.
SUMMARY
This is a request by Woodside E & D, LLC for a special land use permit to construct a church with
associated site improvements on the vacant property located between 3310 and 3320 Bardaville
Street. The subject property is zoned "F" Commercial, which district permits churches, if a Special
Land Use permit is approved by the Lansing City Council.
Based on the findings contained in this staff report, the proposal complies with all of the criteria of
Section 1282.03(f)(1)-(9) of the Zoning Code for evaluating Special Land Use permits.
SLU-4-2010 Bardaville Street Page 5
1. The proposed Special Land Use will be harmonious with the character of adjacent properties
and surrounding uses.
2. The proposed Special Land Use will not change the essential character of the surrounding
properties.
3. The proposed Special Land Use will not interfere with the general enjoyment of adjacent
properties.
4. The proposed Special Land Use does represent an improvement to the lot as it currently
exists.
5. The proposed Special Land Use will not be hazardous to adjacent properties.
6. The proposed Special Land Use can be adequately served by public services and utilities.
7. The proposed Special Land Use will not place any demand on public services and facilities
in excess of current capacities.
8. The proposed Special Land Use is consistent with the specific designations of the Zoning
Code and the Northeast Area Comprehensive Plans.
9. The proposed Special Land Use will comply with the dimensional requirements of the Zoning
Ordinance.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends approval of SLU-4-2010, based upon the findings of fact as outlined in this staff
report.
1. Landscaping, as described in this staff report, is installed along the east and west
property lines.
2 Any dumpsters on the site are screened per the requirements of the Zoning Ordinance.
3. The seating capacity of the building is limited to the amount of on-site parking or
parking that can be leased within 300 feet of the site.
4. The church agrees, in writing, that is will not object to the issuance of liquor licenses
within 500 feet of the site.
Respectfully Submitted,
Susan Stachowiak
Zoning Administrator
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OFFICE OF THE MAYOR
9th Floor, City Hall
124 W. Michigan Avenue
Lansing, Michigan 48933-1694
(517) 483-4141 (voice)
(517) 483-4479 (TDD)
(517) 483-6066 (Fax)
The attached correspondence is forwarded for your review and appropriate action.
VB/rh
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PLANNING OFFICE
316 N. CAPITOL AVE., SUITE D-1
The Lansing Planning Board, at a special meeting held on June 23, 2010, voted (3-0) to recommend approval of the
request by Reformed Church of America, Classis South Grand Rapids, Blacks oil Church to utilize the first floor of
the building at 230 Bingham Street for a church. The second floor of the building contains two residential units. The
subject property is zoned "F" Commercial district. Churches are permitted in the "F" Comatercial district, if a
Special Land Use permit is approved by the Lansing City Council.
Section 1250.04(b) of the Zoning Ordinance requires that churches in the "C" Residential district must be located on
a collector, principal or minor arterial and must be located on a lot that is at least 2 acres in size. In addition, Section
1284.13(b)(1) requires one parking space for each 3 seats in the church sanctuary. Based on the proposed seating
capacity, 25 parking spaces will be required. The property at 230 Bingham St. is located on a local road, is .18 acres
in size and has no on-site parking spaces that will be available for the church. The Zoning Board of Appeals, at it's
May 13, 2010 meeting, approved variances to these requirements.
The Planning Board found, based on testimony, evidence and the staff report, that the proposed special land use
complies with all of the criteria established by Section 1282.02(f)(1-9) of the Zoning Ordinance for granting special
land use permits. Based upon this finding, the Planning Board recommended approval of SLU-5-2010.
At the Planning Board public hearing held on June 15, 2010, the applicant spoke in favor of his request and no other
comments were received. Letters of support from the Association for the Bingham Community and from the Allen
Neighborhood Center are attached.
Following your review of this matter, please refer it to the City Council for its consideration.
Sincerely,
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William C. Rieske, Secretary
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Lansing Planning Board
My name is Denise Kelley and I am the president of the Association for the Bingham
Community (ABC). The building at 230 Bingham Street that Jeremy Dowsett and the Reformed
Church of America (Blacksoil Church) would like to have their church is inside our
neighborhood. The building, or FireHouse as we call it, is a good building that has sat empty for
the last year or so. It has historical significance in the city as the last pre- modem firehouse.
ABC's board has met with Jeremy Dowsett to learn more about his church's plans for the
building. As you can imagine, we were very concerned about the lack of available parking. We
also had to learn more about what this particular church does and what they stand for. Since they
have started this purchase process, a few members of the congregation have and are actively
looking to move into the ABC neighborhood, This is a small boost to our housing stock in this
neighborhood.
It was decided after a good, productive conversation to support this request. We have stated to
Mr. Dowsett that we would like to see a couple things happen that he has agreed to. One: A
written agreement with a parking lot near by so that the street is not overloaded with cars each
Saturday evening when they meet. Blacksoil has entered into an agreement with a larger church
down the block to use their parking lot. Mr. Dowsett and his leaders have agreed to very strongly
encourage their congregation to park in that lot. Two: He and his church needs to maintain the
open line of communication that we have started at this meeting. (I have attended a meeting of
his church's leaders to introduce myself to them.) So far this has been going well.
In conclusion, the Association for the Bingham Community board supports this planning request
for Jeremy Dowsett and the Reformed Church of America (Blacksoil Church). We look forward
to welcoming Blacksoil into the neighborhood and having a good relationship with them.
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To: Members of the City of Lansing Planning Board
I am writing in support of the Special Use Permit requested by Black Soil Church for use of
former Firehouse #4 at 200 Bingham Street as a church. During its May 24 th meeting, the Allen
Neighborhood Center Board of Directors had an extensive conversation about issues of concern
(parking) and possibilities (increase number of young Black Soil families moving into immediate
neighborhood, improvement of an historic firehouse, etc.). The Board then unanimously voted
to endorse the project.
We are particularly impressed by the active involvement of Black Soil members in community
improvement initiatives. Over the last several years, Black Soil members have:
• started a neighborhood organization, called Regent Oaks (the most active resident-driven
organization between E. Kalamazoo and 496), demonstrating an awareness of the importance
of bringing neighbors together to work on housing, safety, and beautification;
• hosted park clean-ups in Hunter Park and Regent Park;
• provided assistance to neighborhood seniors;
• volunteered extensively with Allen Neighborhood Center projects, including the Allen St.
Farmers Market, the Hunter Park GardenHouse, and the ANC Housing Caucus.
The Church has a social mission that centers on community improvement and revitalization, and
the impact of their activities in this area of the Eastside have been exceptionally positive. We
believe that the entire neighborhood will benefit from Black Soil's presence in old Firehouse #4,
with the most immediate area receiving the greatest benefit.
If you have questions or concerns or require additional information, please don't hesitate to
email me at joann@allenneighborhoodcenter.org or call me at 517-999-3912 (direct dial).
Sincerely,
GENERAL INFORMATION
REQUESTED ACTION: Special Land Use permit to establish a church in the building
at 230 Bingham Street
EXISTING LAND USE: Vacant Fire Station Building (former child care center)
MASTER PLAN DESIGNATION: The 1990 Northeast Area Comprehensive Plan designates the
subject property for low density residential use. Bingham and
Prospect are both designated as local roads.
SPECIFIC INFORMATION
This is a request by Reformed Church of America, Classis South Grand Rapids, Black Soil Church,
to utilize the building at 230 Bingham Street for a church. The subject property is zoned "C"
Residential, which district permits churches, if a Special Land Use permit is approved by the Lansing
City Council.
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Background Information
The building at 230 Bingham Street is 2 stories in height, contains 4,613 square feet and was
constructed in 1904. Once the fire department vacated the building, it was used as a single family
residence. In 1984 a special land use permit was approved to permit the use of the ground floor for
a health and fitness studio and the upper floor for 2 residential apartments. Also in 1984, the Board
of Zoning Appeals approved a variance to the parking requirements for theses uses.
In 1995, a special land use permit was approved to allow a child care center in the building and a
variance was approved to the parking requirement for this use. The child care center operated at this
location until approximately 2008. Since that time, the building has remained vacant except for the2
residential units on the second floor which are currently occupied.
Section 1250.04(b) of the Zoning Code states that churches in the "C" Residential district must be
located on a collector, principal or minor arterial and must be located on a lot that is at least 2 acres
in size. In addition, Section 1284.13(b)(1) requires one parking space for each 3 seats in the church
sanctuary. Based on the proposed seating capacity, 25 parking spaces will be required. The property
at 230 Bingham St. is located on a local road, is .18 acres in size and has no on-site parking spaces
that will be available for the church. The Zoning Board of Appeals, at it's May 13, 2010 meeting,
approved variances to these requirements.
AGENCYRESPONSES:
(Sent 6/8/10 - Due 6/22/10)
BWL:
Building Safety: Project shall comply with Michigan Building Code. Permits will be
required for any alterations. Building must comply with all
requirements for barrier free access.
Code Compliance:
Development:
Fire Marshal:
LPD:
Public Service:
Transportation:
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ANALYSIS
Section 1282.03(f)(1)-(2) sets forth the criteria which must be used to evaluate a Special Land Use
permit request. The criteria and evaluation are as follows.
1. Is the proposed special land use designed, constructed, operated and maintained in a
manner harmonious with the character of adjacent property and the surrounding area?
The church will have a very small membership and will focus its outreach efforts on the
surrounding neighborhood. This will help to keep vehicular traffic to a minimum as the
majority of the membership will hopefully walk, rather than drive to the church. With respect
to parking, the concern is that traffic associated with the church will infringe on the rights of
neighborhood residents by monopolizing on-street parking in the area. There are
approximately 19 on-street parking spaces directly adjacent to the subject. The applicant is
seeking a joint parking agreement with Bingham Elementary School andlor the Pilgrim
Congregational Church, both of which are located one block north of the subject property.
Such an agreement will help to minimize any negative impacts on the neighborhood with
regard to overuse of on-street parking.
The use will be harmonious with the surrounding residential area, as long as the focus of the
church is on the immediate neighborhood rather than reaching out to a larger geographic area
of the city. Small neighborhood churches can be a very valuable part of healthy urban
environment. This church, in particular, has a history of being a very stabilizing force in the
Eastside neighborhoods of Lansing. As long as the traffic associated with the church is kept
to an absolute minimum, the effects of the proposed church in this area should be positive.
2. Will the proposed special land use change the essential character of the surrounding
area?
The site contains a fire station building and therefore, by its very nature, it is difficult to find
an appropriate use of the building, especially since it contains 4,613 square feet of floor area.
Based on the residential zoning and relatively small lot size, the only use that is permitted by
right at this location is a duplex. The building currently has two residential units on the
second floor. The first floor, however, is vacant. Given the design and size of the building
at 230 Bingham, a duplex does not seem like a viable use of the entire building. Therefore,
some type of nonresidential or quasi-residential use needs to be considered for the first floor.
The previous use of the building for a child care center proved to be a compatible use in this
residential neighborhood. The child care center, drew its primary customer base from the
surrounding neighborhood and therefore, did not generate a burdensome amount of traffic
in the area. Likewise, the current proposal is for a "neighborhood church", which will also
be intended to draw is parishioners from the surrounding neighborhood.
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The primary concern with churches in terms of interfering with the enjoyment of adjacent
properties is the potential conflicts with liquor licenses. By state law, a church has an
opportunity to object to all new liquor licenses within 500 feet of the church property. In this
case, there are no commercially zoned properties within 500 feet of the subject property.
4. Will the proposed special land use represent an improvement to the use or character
of property under consideration and the surrounding area in general, and will the use
be in keeping with the natural environment of the lot?
The subject property contains an existing building that was constructed for non-residential
purposes. The purpose of the special land use permit and the variances that have already been
approved is to accommodate a use for the building that will not be detrimental to the
surrounding area. The alternative is to allow the first floor of the building to remain vacant,
which will detract rather than enhance the neighborhood in which it is located.
With regard to the natural environment of the lot, no changes are proposed for the site. There
are two small paved areas on the site, each of which can accommodate 2 parking spaces.
These parking spaces are for use by the residents of the two upper floor apartments. The
majority of the site is an unimproved area that was used as an outdoor play area for the child
care center that previously occupied the building. While the applicant could pave some of this
area to provide additional on-site parking, doing so would not only be detrimental to the
physical environment, but could also have a negative impact on the privacy and enjoyment of
adjoining properties.
5. Will the proposed special land use be hazardous to adjacent property or involve uses,
activities, materials or equipment which are detrimental to the health, safety or welfare
of persons or property through the excessive production of traffic, noise, smoke, odor,
fumes or glare?
As long as the traffic and on-street parking is kept to a minimum, no nuisances will be
generated by granting the proposed variances.
6. Will the proposed specialland use b e adequately served by essential public facilities and
services, or is it demonstrated that the person responsible for the proposed specialland
use is able to continually provide adequately for the services and facilities deemed
essential to the special land use under consideration ?
The subject property is currently served by all necessary public services and utilities. No
negative comments have been received from any of the reviewing departments or agencies.
Inspections may be necessary to determine if the structure complies with current building
code and fire code requirements for an assembly use.
SLU-5-2010 230 Bingham Street Page 5
Will
7. the proposed special land use place demand on public services and facilities in
excess of current capacity?
The proposed special land use is not expected to increase the demand on public services and
facilities in excess of current capacity.
Is the proposed
8. special land use consistent with the intent and purpose of this Zoning
Code and the objectives of any currently adopted Comprehensive Plan?
The proposed church is consistent with the intent and purpose of the Zoning Ordinance and
the Northeast Area Comprehensive Plan. The comprehensive plan and the zoning ordinance
both designate the subject property for residential use. Churches are permitted in residential
districts, subject to obtaining a special land use permit, because they are considered
compatible uses in residential neighborhoods. The reason that churches are considered
compatible with residential uses is that they are quiet, the majority of the traffic is on
weekends and there is no heavy truck traffic associated with their use. In this case in
particular, the church will concentrate its efforts on strengthening the surrounding
neighborhood. Blacksoil church has been very active in the community, even though it has
not had a permanent home in the City of Lansing. It has partnered with the Allen
Neighborhood Center on several clean-up projects, home improvement projects, activities in
the parks, etc., on the east side of Lansing. The church will continue to be an active and
stabilizing force in this area.
There are no physical changes proposed for the exterior of the building or the site at 230
Bingham Street. Section 1284.13(b)(1) of the Zoning Ordinance requires 1 parking space for
each 3 seats in the main sanctuary. Since the applicant would like to have seating for 75
people in the sanctuary, 25 parking spaces are required. Section 1250.04(b) of the Zoning
Ordinance states that churches in the "C" Residential district must be located on a collector,
principal or minor arterial and must be located on a lot that is at least 2 acres in size. The
property at 230 Bingham Street is located on a local road and is .18 acres in size. The Zoning
Board of Appeals, at it's May 13, 2010 meeting, approved variances to all of these
requirements.
SUMMARY
This is a request by Reformed Church of America, Classis South Grand Rapids, Black Soil Church,
to utilize the building at 230 Bingham Street for a church. The subject property is zoned "C"
Residential, which district permits churches, if a Special Land Use permit is approved by the Lansing
City Council.
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Based on the findings contained in this staff report, the proposal complies with all of the criteria of
Section 1282.03(fl(1)-(9) of the Zoning Code for evaluating Special Land Use permits.
1. The proposed Special Land Use will be harmonious with the character of adjacent properties
and surrounding uses.
2. The proposed Special Land Use will not change the essential character of the surrounding
properties.
3. The proposed Special Land Use will not interfere with the general enjoyment of adjacent
properties.
4. The proposed Special Land Use does represent an improvement to the lot as it currently
exists.
5. The proposed Special Land Use will not be hazardous to adjacent properties.
6. The proposed Special Land Use can be adequately served by public services and utilities.
7. The proposed Special Land Use will not place any demand on public services and facilities
in excess of current capacities.
8. The proposed Special Land Use is consistent with the specific designations of the Zoning
Code and the Northeast Area Comprehensive Plans.
9. The proposed Special Land Use will comply with the dimensional requirements of the Zoning
Ordinance.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends approval of SLU-5-2010, based upon the findings of fact as outlined in this staff
report.
Respectfully Submitted,
Susan Stachowiak
Zoning Administrator
Daniel Dillinger
Hi Jeremy,
There should be an official notification coming from the Facilities team, but at last
night's council meeting we approved Blacksoil's use of Pilgrim's parking lot for
Saturday night services. They wanted to offer a six-month agreement, with the idea
that both parties could revisit at the end of that and make any necessary changes.
A few other things they were asking about:
They want to make sure they have a single contact for any issues that might arise.
Would that be you?
The facilities team leader was concerned about "drift," and worried that it would
eventually turn into an overnight parking situation. So they were wondering about
ideas to keep that from happening - maybe a parking sticker they'd give to the
Blacksoil folk, or something like that.
Since I've been here (three years), we haven't had anything at Pilgrim on a Saturday
night, but they wanted to reserve the right to have the parking lot back if needed for
a special event.
All in all, I thought it was pretty good news. Hopefully that helps at the hearing
that's coming up. Please let me know if there's anything else I can do - I'm excited
about you guys getting your own place, and excited about the possibility of having
you become a stronger presence in the neighborhood. Thanks for all you do.
Blessings,
Brandon
Grow,
Jeremy Dowsett
pastor/planter/teacher
Blacksoil
www.blksoil.com
517.507.9698
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The attached correspondence is forwarded for your review and appropriate action.
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Attachment
Attached you will find a resolution for council adopting the Michigan Emergency
Management Assistance Compact (MEMAC). We inadvertently missed this requirement
by the State of Michigan for participation in the MEMAC when you signed the
agreement in 2007. This resolution and the MEMAC agreement have been reviewed by
the City Legal Department with recommendation for the resolution to adopt MEMAC by
City Council.
WHEREAS, the State of Michigan Emergency Management Act, Act 390 of the
Public Acts of 1976, as amended M.C.L. 30.401 et.seq. Authorizes the State and
its political subdivisions to provide emergency aid and assistance in the event of
a disaster or emergency; and
WHEREAS, the statutes also authorize the State to coordinate the provision of
any equipment, services, or facilities owned or organized by the State or its
political subdivisions for use in the affected area upon request of the duly
constituted authority of the area; and
REQUEST ID #: 561793
The Michigan Liquor Control Commission has received an application from QUALITY DAIRY
COMPANY, REQUESTS TO TRANSFER LOCATION OF ESCROWED 2008 SDD LICENSE ONLY, FROM 1414
S. WASHINGTON, LANSING, MI 48910, INGHAM COUNTY, TO 2625 E. JOLLY, LANSING, MI 48910, INGHAM
COUNTY, TO BE HELD IN CONJUNCTION WITH EXISTING 2010 SDM LICENSE.
Specially Designated Merchant (SDM) licenses permit the sale of beer and wine for consumption off
the premises only. Specially Designated Distributor (SOD) licenses permit the sale of alcoholic liquor,
other than beer and wine under 21 per cent alcohol by volume, for consumption off the premises only.
For your information, part of the investigation of the application is conducted by the local law
enforcement agency and investigative forms will be released to them either in person or by mail.
Although local governing body approval is not required by the Michigan Liquor Control Code, Rules
and Related Laws for off-premise licenses,-the local governing body, or its designee,-may notify the
Commission at the above address within 15 days of receipt of this letter if the applicant location will
not be in compliance with all appropriate state and local building, plumbing, zoning, fire, sanitation
and health laws and ordinances, or if the applicant is considered ineligible due to other factors.
All conditions of non-compliance must be outlined in detail, indicating the applicable laws and
ordinances. A copy of the law and/or ordinance may be submitted with the notification.
If you have any questions, please contact Unit 3 of the Retail Licensing Division at (517) 636-0204.
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LC-3104(Rev. 09/05) The Department of Labor & Economic Growth will not discriminate against any individual or group because of race, sex, religion, age,
Authority: R436.1105(2d) and (3) national origin, color, marital status, disability, or political beliefs. If you need help with reading, writing, hearing, etc., under the Americans
Completion: Mandatory with Disabilities Act, you may make your needs known to this agency.
Penalty: No License
INGHAM INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL DISTRICT
A Regional Educational Service A gency
Chris Swope
Lansing City Clerk a > o:)
9th Floor-City Hall
Lansing, MI 48933
Enclosed you will find the 2010 Tax Rate Request, Form L-4029, the 2010 Summary of
Summer Debt Levy and the 2009 Summary of Summer Sinking Fund Levy for summer tax
collections for the following school district(s):
If you have any questions regarding the enclosed information, please contact Sue
Fountain at (517) 244-1291.
Sincerely,
Janet Yachim
Business Supervisor
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Extra Voted Debt-ALL 05/2007 1.1800 N/A 1.0000 N/A 1.0000 1.1800 0.5900 06/2012
Title of Preparer
Ingham ISO Finance Technician
CERTIFICATION: As the representatives for the local government unit named above, we certify that these requested tax levy rates have been Local School District Use Only Complete if requesting
reduced, if necessary to comply with the state constitution (Article 9, Section 31), and that the requested levy rates have also been reduced, if millage to be levied See STC Bulletin 2 of 2008 for
necessary, to comply with MCL Sections 211.24e, 211.34 and, for LOCAL school districts which levy a Supplemental (Hold Harmless) Millage, in ;Ii i Iior n _tU,igthissection.
380.1211(3). Total School District Operating
Rates to be Levied (HH/Supp Rate ***
and NH Oper ONLY
El Clerk
® Secretary
Print Name
Mary Graham For Principal Residence, Qualified
Ag, Qualified Forest and Industrial
Chairperson Print Name Ronald J. Styka Personal 0.0000
President
* Under Truth in Taxation, MCL' lion 211.24e, the governing body may decide to levy a rate which will not exceed the maximum authorized
For Commercial Personal 3.0000
rate allowed in column 9. The requirements of MCL 211.24e must be met prior to levying an operating levy which is larger than the base tax rate
but not larger than the rate in column 9. For all Other 9.0000
** IMPORTANT: See instructions on page 2 regarding where tO find the millage rate used in column (5). *** FOR JULY 1 LEVY
2010 SUMMARY OF SUMMER SINKING FUND LEVY
* Note: This property tax levy information is for Debt ONLY. Refer to L-4029 for operating and sinking fund levy.
** Transfer property debt payable to originating school districts are not included on the summer summary and will be reported
7000 FINANCIAL SERVICES DIVISION
LANSING Lansing Community College
COMMUNITY P. O. Box 40010
The property tax resolution approved by the Board of Trustees on June 21, 2010 includes a tax
rate of 3.8072 mills that is for Operating All Millage.
Enclosed is a copy of Form L-4029. An additional copy is also being provided. Please
distribute to the appropriate officials.
Should you have any questions, please call me at (517) 483-1311 or email provinew@lcc.edu .
Enclosures
NOTE: All cit ies an d some t ownships levy the tota= millage (3 .8072) with the summer tax bill . Some townships
levy tr e tota l millag e (3.8072) with the Dec ember tax b ill.
** IMPORTANT: See instructions on page 2 regarding where to find the millage rate used in column (5).
, Application for Community Funding
(5/23/05) - II
Taxld#: S2 "^
Fax Number:
E-mail Address: _ -PX r'a^.s ,15 %ek-ko,) C-c'r
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If your organization has applied for other City funding for this event, please list each
Department and amount requested:
Please list all other organizations that are sponsoring or participating in your event:
If your organization received funding from the Lansing City Council previously please list
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the amount, year, and purpose: ``b 7Ocj.1 \.- -
Total amount of funds and sources grated by the City this year:
Total amount of funds and sources granted by the City in the previous year: Ste '
Please list any admission fee or registration fee for this event: (
ALONG WITH THIS COMPLETED FORM YOU MUST ATTACH THE FOLLOWING:
(Please check after each is completed and attach)
Statement - it must be o pleted ands rued alonq with the written analysis
after the event has . place to be'eligi•le for Community Funding for the next
fiscal or f - ' - years.
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Budget for Wexford Montessori Magnet School PTA
(Participation in New Mount Calvary Community Celebration)
Please allow this to serve as an initial contract that Wexford Montessori Magnet School
of Lansing, MI is considering your package of two moonwalks, 1 three lane bungee run,
dunk tank, snow cones, cotton candy, 8-9 passenger train, insurance, and the man power
to maintain it all, with the exception of us supplying a designated person for the dunk
tank.
This initial contract is sent to you to try to hold the date of August 7t ', 2010 for the New
Mount Calvary Community Celebration from 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m., which we spoke
of last week. The only reason this serves as an initial contract is because the PTA body
has to meet in July to assure adequate funding have been secured for the activities to help
make New Mount Calvary Community celebration a success with our help of securing
activities for the neighborhood event.
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Contract/Application for Community Funding
(5/23/05) - II 006,
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Department and amount requested: i11a y©v GY-(,t V'1 1 11' 100 '' O
Please list all other organizations that are sponsoring or participating in your event:
M5 Tro-05 pO rtMi " )611 (e)(15.)
If your organization received funding from the Lansing City Council previousl please list
the amount, year, and purpose: $()a ,00 I 2 00 q) Nohdncd 1^ ii " Out
Total amount of funds and sources granted by the City - - r: PI O OoO
Total amount of funds and sources granted by the City in the revious ye r LI On ,
Please list any admission fee or registration fee for this event: --
ALONG WITH THIS COMPLETED FORM YOU MUST ATTACH THE FOLLOWING:
(Please check after each is completed and attach)
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06/18/2010 08:40 FAX 517 353 6833 MSU MSU-TELEC OM SYSTEMS
JUN-02-2010 WED 01:22 PM LANSING PARKS-GIER CTR FAX No. 517 377 0075 P, 002
CITY OF LANS1 NG
PARKS AND RECREATION D PARTKE1r
FACILITY USE REQUEST FORK
Si g nature of Representative
For Department pse.OnlY
Estimated Charp'2s •
Security Deposit: Rosin Usage Fee:
Deposit .Paid:, Equipment:
Balance: . Other CharGe,s;
pal once Due Date: Total Charges:
" •eipt Number, :.
Budget
-$400.00
I'm writing this letter on behalf of our non profit #3813120600 the Lansing Boy's and
Girl's sports program. This program was started on June 3, 1978 to help kids in our
community play the sport they love but couldn't play unless someone was there to help
them get started. In the past with your support we have been able to sustain and maintain
the expenditures. This year we had our biggest turnout of youth in our community; this is
great because this is what we want. We want our youth to get out and be involved in
activities like this when they have so much free time on their hands. However because of
this great turnout our expenditures have doubled for the uniforms, equipment and entry
fees. We are asking you our City Council to reconsider and help us with the entry fees for
our youth in this program. The following balance of 3,100.00 is owed to the city of
Lansing Parks and Recreation.
Sincerely,
Alfonso Salas
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Application for Community Funding a 60.8CI/
(5/23/05) - II
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Please list all other organizations that are sponsoring or participating in your event:
If your organization received funding from the Lansing City Council previously please list
Total amount of funds and sources granted by the City this year:
Total amount of funds and sources granted by the City .in the previous year: ti-^- -2
Please list any admission fee or registration fee for this event: 3;l 00. 0
ALONG WITH THIS COMPLETED FORM YOU MUST ATTACH THE FOLLOWING:
(Please check after each is completed and attach)
SIGNED: DATE:
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Lansing Parrs & Recreation In voice
Lifetime Sports Office
200 N. Foster
Lansing, MI 48912
Phone: (517) 483-4039
Fax: (517) 377-0180
SUBTOTAL $3,100.00
TAX
(DEPOSIT)
TOTAL $3,100.00
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June 11,2010
Old Town Lansing comprises the capitol city's largest concentration of historic commercial
buildings. The area was developed in 1843, with the construction of the first north Lansing dam
and a road that intersected with the Grand River, appropriately named Grand River Road. From
these beginnings, Old Town grew into a vibrant commercial district with the construction of
numerous brick and stone-walled buildings dating from the 1870s to 1920s. The character of
this historic community is still prominently reflected in these buildings and its association with
its natural surroundings, particularly the Grand River. It is for these reasons Old Town was
designated as a National Register District in 1976.
Because Old Town commercial district, Grand River Avenue and the Grand River have been
historically intertwined for many years, the proposed name change of Grand River Avenue
would be a confusing action for the property owners, local residents and visitors. This
community has grown and thrived with this river and street name, and renaming it would
potentially endanger its strong identity, creating confusion with the street directions rather
than remedying it. In addition, this change could ultimately affect the economic destiny of the
60 property owners in the district, who have invested their money, energy and efforts into
making Old Town the vibrant commercial district it is today.
Sincerely,
Nan Taylor
Field Representative
Michigan Historic Preservation Network and the National Trust for Historic Preservation
107 E Grand River
Lansing, MI 48906
231-920-6901
taylor@mhpn.org
The Lansing for Cesar E. Chavez Committee members will continue to solicit
letters of support and will forward them as they are received.
Thank you for your attention in this matter and please feel free to contact me at
(517) 749-0181.
Sincerely,
Attachments
May 28, 2010
I am signing this letter to let you know I support the name change of
Grand River Avenue to Cesar E. Chavez Avenue (commencing at
Oakland Avenue and ending at Pine Street).
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As a registered voter in the City of Lansing, I hereby file this formal complaint against the City,' of La, ing for
putting an illegal millage renewal on the August 3 primary ballot. Voters are being asked to approe 1 mill for
a Parks Millage. Even though it is labeled as a "renewal," it truly is not.
Since its inception in 1990, the Parks Millage was to be used exclusively for the construction and rehabilitation
of parks and,recreation facilities. In other words, capital improvements were the intent of the original Parks
Millage. According to the " Fact Sheet for Proposal 1 for the Park Development Millage on Aug. 7, 1990 "
(Exhibit "A"), these funds were never to be used for general fund expenditures such as salaries, operations,
routine maintenance and administrative costs. That's pretty much the way things went as the millage got
renewed every 5 years. However, according to the City Internal Auditor's report of March 23, 2010 (Exhibit
"B"), the City used $320,944 of millage funds in 2006 for these ineligible expenses; $1,758,882 of millage
funds in 2007; $1,235,405 in 2008; $1,267,547 in 2009; and $1,320,100 in 2010. Also, the City is proposing to
use $1,204,000 of almost $2.4 million of Parks Millage funds for these general fund expenditures in 2011 if this
so-called renewal passes (Exhibit "C"). Heaven only knows how the City plans to spend Parks Millage money
from 2011-2015 if this passes on August 3.
City Hall is illegally using Parks Millage money to help balance its general fund budget. This so-called renewal
violates the intent and spirit and therefore the letter of the law or mutual understanding of the original
millage that was passed in 1990. This is not a RENEWAL. It ' s nothing more than the old bait and switch, a shell
game and the deliberate duping of voters and fleecing of taxpayers.
Is this open, honest and transparent government? I think not. This very issue was hotly debated at the May 24,
2010 City Council meeting, when the Council passed the resolution to put this issue on the August ballot
(Exhibit "D"). Please note that even though ballot language from 1990 and 2010 is very similar, how the City
proposes to spend these funds has totally changed, thereby nullifying the concept of a renewal. Also, it is my
understanding that another Lansing citizen recently sent an audio copy of that meeting to you with her formal
complaint. Please note that I have a DVD of that meeting if you want to review it.
At that May 24 meeting two Council members voted against the ballot language, because they were aware of
the City's duplicitous intentions and were unclear as to exactly how the City plans to use these millage funds.
It is indeed unfortunate that Mayor Virg Bernero, six City Council members, City Clerk Chris Swope and City
Attorney Brigham Smith have endorsed this scam of a millage and pig-in-a-poke. They all know better, but
they don't care. Therefore, I ask that you look into this matter and do whatever is within your power to stop
this unethical, misleading and bogus ballot proposal.
Your timely and complete cooperation in this matter is greatly appreciated. I look forward to hearing from you
soon. If you have any questions or need more information, feel free to contact me at (517) 484-1171 or via
email atjohnlpollard@comcast.net .
Sincerely,
John L. Pollard
Treasurer
Citizens Against This Bond (The registered formal opposition to Lansing ' s Parks Millage proposal)
The proposed one mill will provide funds to enable the renovation and
development of many of the Lansing park facilities. This millage wallow for
the continuation of the improvements which began with the passage of the 1985
zoo bond issue which will expire June of 1990. The approved millage will
provide for not less than $7 million in park improvements over the next five
years.
The Park Board, Mayor, and City Council in May 1990 approved the new Five
Year Master Plan 1990-1994 for the Parks and Recreation Department. As part
of this Master Plan an immediate need for park rehabilitation and development
was determined. The approval of this mi willprov ide the funding to
enable the completion of the identified project needs.
If the millage is not approved, many of the aging facilities may have to close
if needed major renovations cannot be completed due to deterioration and unsafe
conditions. Handicapper accessibility is an important goal of the planned
millage improvements and will be incorporated into the ---proposed facilit
renovation and development. Many of the proposed projects will help reduce
operating/maintenance costs through , the : re
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mainenance and the installation of more efficient _eatgpment
The proposed project list does not include expected inflation, interest
revenue, or increased growth in the 1 mill of revenue.
The project list also allows for flexibility to allow for the ability
to take advantage of currently' unknown grant funding sources, and allow for
funding of emergency projects should they occur.
Possible match sources of funds have not been identified for 1995-96 projects
due to the uncertainty which exists regarding the types of old and new funding
sources which might be available.
"A MILL FOR ALL AGES!"
6. HOW MUCH WILL THE POTTER PARK ZOO RECEIVE? THE ZOO WILL
RECEIVE FUNDING FOR NUMEROUS PROJECTS.
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The Potter Park Zoo will receive approximately .29 mill or approximately
$500,000 per year. These funds can be expanded by using the millage funds
to match various grant sources. This .29 will be equal to the previous bond
issue which expires June 30, 1990.
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7. HOW WERE THE FUNDS FROM THE LAST ZOO BOND ISSUE SPENT? FOR
RENOVATION OF EXISTING ANIMAL EXHIBITS.
Approximately $1.5 million dollars was received from the sale of the bonds.
This money was matched by State of Michigan grant funds, the parking fee
revenue, and local donations to provide a total of $2.4 million for Potter Park
Improvements including the renovation of the Feline & Primate Building, (the
Lion House).
The proposed expansion of Waverly Golf Course and the proposed renovations
to Groesbeck are not to be funded by the millage. These projects will be
funded through increases in user fees to the golf courses. A small amount of
the money may be used towards the conversion of the Groesbeck Club Ilousd
o a winter sports facility in
10. WHY NOT SOLICIT DONATIONS AND GRANTS TO FUND THE PROJECTS?
THE PARKS NEED FUNDING NOW.
The City will be working to encourage donations and grants to help fund
projects. However many of these projects cannot wait until the opportunities
might be available. Most grant sources also require matching funds which this
millage will provide enabling the City to apply for grants. Many of the badly
needed projects also are not eligible for grant programs or are not attractive
projects to donors.
A sale of bonds will cost the residents of the City of Lansing the costs of
selling the bonds and the repayment of the bonds plus interest, much like
buying a car with a car loan, resulting in a reduction of money available for
projects. The collection of an extra mill however will provide 100% direct
funding into the park projects. There are no additional costs or fees in
collecting the millage. Any interest accrued on the collected funds will be used
-"directly for park improvement projects.
There will be no difference in the appropriation from the City's general fund.
Any- change in funding levels will be a result of improvements made. Many of
the renovations can result in a decrease in the amount of funds required to
maintain a particular facility, while others may result in an increase.
The millage will provide funds for improving projects' throughout the Parks
system. These improvements will provide for an improved quality of life for
residents through better and more enjoyable parks and recreation opportunities
and more attractive facilities. This leads to improved property values and ease
of selling residential properties by attracting persons to purchase housing
within Lansing.
14. WILL PUBLIC INPUT CONTINUE DURING THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE
PROJECTS? YES!!
The funds will be placed in a designated account for the sole purpose of Park
renovation and development projects. The Parks and Recreation Department will
be responsible for insuring that all planning and construction represents the
interests of the approved master plan and the citizens of Lansing. Citizen
input will be encouraged throughout the development processes.
16. HOW MUCH WILL THIS MILLAGE COST ME? ABOUT 38 CENTS PER WEEK.
The one mill will cost the owner of a home with a $40, 000 value, which is
assessed at $20,000, approximately $20.00 per year, or 38 cents per week.
The project needs which have.. been identified to be funded by the millage will
have no project funding available. and will not be undertaken. Badly needed
renovations will be postponed 'resulting in further deterioration and decline to
the Parks and Recreation system, which in turn leads to increased renovation
costs in the. future. Also many opportunities for grant funds may not be
realized as no match money will be available to secure these grants. Possible
grants may be. lost to other City's who have match money available.
This report is being forwarded according to the Duties of the Internal Auditor as described in the Charter of
the City of Lansing.
It is requested that this report be referred to Council for their review and appropriate action.
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PARKS MILLAGE FUND
SUMMARY RECAP OF FIRST EIGHTEEN YEARS
FY ENDING 1992 THRU FY ENDING 2009
% OF
TOTAL TOTAL
TOTAL % OF EXPENDED & EXP AMOUNT
APPROPRIATION Appropriation ENCUMBERED ENC AVAILABLE
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CITY OF LANSING
PARKS MILLAGE FUND
SCHEDULE OF EXPENDITURES & APPROPRIATIONS OF PARKS MILLAGE
FY 06 FY 07 FY 06 FY 09 FY 10
Amount Used for General Fund 314,490 1,758,882 1,235,405 1 1,267,547 1,320,100
Amount Used for non Gen Fund Parks Funds 320,944 245,774 - 275,640 200,000
Amount Used for Capital Improvements 1,327,000 743,772 1,200,000 1,437,606 1,260,000
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FY 2010/2011 Use of Parks Millage Funds
RESOURCES
FY 2010/2011 Parks Millage (1 mill of City's operating levy) $ 2,304,500
Parks Millage Available Fund Balance 84,500
$ 2,389,000
USES
Subsidies
Kids Camps (General Fund) $ 40,000
Parks Maintenance (General Fund) 889,000
Golf Fund Subsidy 275,000
Amount Used for General Fund Operations & Maintenance $ 1,204,000
Capital Projects
Burchard Park Silo Removal 50,000
City-wide Playgrounds & Park Amenties 210,000
Frances Park - Phase 3 Master Plan 50,000
City-wide Repair and Maintenance 80,000
RiverTrail Repair and Maintenance 160,000
Tree Plantings 30,000
St. Joe or Davis Park - Basketball Complex 150,000
Crego Park - MDNR Grant Match 250,000
Moores Park Swimming Pool - Lockerrooms-- 75,000
Hunter Park Swimming Pool - Lockerrooms 75,000
Forestry Master Plan 30,000
Waverly Park Master Plan 25,000
$ 1,185,000
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Motion Carried WHEREAS, Act 156, Public Acts of 1917, authorizes cities to vote and
expend funds for the operation of public recreation systems; and
RESOLUTION #2010-169
BY THE COMMITTEE ON GENERAL SERVICES WHEREAS, the voters in the elections held on August 7, 1990, August 8,
RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LANSING 1995, August 8, 2000, and August 2, 2005 supported levying one mill
($1.00 per $1,000), commencing July 1, 1991, on all taxable real and
WHEREAS, Harvey Clarizio sought to eliminate special assessment of personal property for the purpose of operating the City's recreation
$399.66 for Trash and Debris and all associated penalties and interest on system; and
the property tax bill of 325 N. Francis, Lansing, Michigan; and
WHEREAS, fiscal year 2010-2011 marks the twentieth year of the
WHEREAS, the Committee on General Services met on Monday, May 17, millage; and
2010 to review the claim; and
WHEREAS, on May 12, 2010 the Parks Board recommended to the
WHEREAS, the Committee encourages the claimant to pursue recourse Mayor and City Council that the renewal of the one mill for five years be
action against the previous property owner or title company; placed on the August 3, 2010 ballot; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Lansing City Council, WHEREAS, the City Council adopted a Parks and Recreation Five Year
hereby, denies the claim filed by Harvey Clarizio of $399.66 for special Master Plan on March 29, 2010 identifying numerous capital imptovement
assessment on Trash and Debris and all associated penalties and interest deficiencies and needs in the Parks and Recreation System; and
on the property tax bill of 325 N. Francis, Lansing, Michigan;
WHEREAS, the one mill will be instrumental in addressing these
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that no further action is required by the City deficiencies and needs; and
Attorney for processing this claim.
WHEREAS, the City seeks the support of the voters for a renewal of the
By Council Member Quinney one mill for an additional five (5) years commencing July 1, 2011.
WHEREAS, the application has been previously approved by the PROPOSAL TO RENEW A LEVY OF ONE MILL FOR OPERATION OF
appropriate department within the City of Lansing; and PARKS AND RECREATION SYSTEM
WHEREAS, the Committee on General Services met on Monday, May 17, Shall the City of Lansing, Counties of Ingham and Eaton, Michigan,
2010 and took affirmative action; renew a levy of one mill ($1.00 per $1,000) for five years
commencing July 1, 2011 on all taxable real and personal property
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the application for a in the City of Lansing for the purpose of operating, maintaining, and
Charitable Religious Solicitation License filed by Lauren Leeds on behalf providing capital improvements to the City's Parks and Recreation
of Share Our Strength located at 1717 Bradley Avenue to sell baked System?
goods for the "Great American Bake Sale" at the corner of Washington Y ES
Square and Allegan Street is approved;
NO
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this license will expire one year after
date of issuance. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Clerk shall cause notice of the
submission of said proposition to be given at such times and places as
By Council Member Quinney other notices regarding the last day of registration and notice of election
for the Primary Election to be held August 3, 2010 are given in
Motion Carried accordance with Michigan Law.
By Council Member Dunbar BE IF FINALLY RESOLVED that all resolutions and parts of resolutions
insofar as they conflict with the provisions of this resolution be, and the
To resolve into the Committee of the Whole same are, hereby rescinded.
The City Council resolved into the Committee of the W hole at 8:57 p.m. To place an affirmative roll on the resolution
The City Council rose from the Committee of the Whole at 9:38 p.m. By Councilmember Dunbar
RESOLUTION #2010-171 To accept a substitute resolution for the one originally placed in the
packet
MAY '24, 2010 COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS 125
employment
Motion Carried
The Ordinance was read by its title for a first time and referred to the
The question being the motion to place an affirmative role on the Committee on Ways and Means
resolution
RESOLUTION #2010-172
Vice President Dunbar requested a roll call vote RESOLUTION SETTING PUBLIC HEARING
Motion Carried by the following roll call vote: By Council Member Wood
Yeas: Council Members Dunbar, Houghton, Jeffries, Quinney, RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL, CITY OF LANSING, that a public
Robinson, Yorko hearing be set for Thursday, June 3, 2010 at 1:30 p.m. in the City Council
Chambers, 10th Floor Lansing City Hall, 124 W. Michigan Ave., Lansing,
Nays: Council Members Hewitt and Wood MI for the purpose of considering an Ordinance of the City of Lansing,
Michigan, to amend the Employees' Retirement System, Chapter 292,
Council Member Wood asked that the following statement be part of the Section 292.145 of the Lansing Codified Ordinances, to prohibit a person,
record: who participated in the 2010 Retirement Incentive Program and becomes
re-employed by the City, from receiving a city retirement allowance during
My reason for voting no on the ballot language deals with the language the period of said re-employment.
not whether I support the Park Millage. I support the Park Millage and
believe that it is critical to the park system, but I also believe during the Interested Persons are invited to attend this Public Hearing
public meeting dealing with the Parks Master Plan and the budget it was
repeatedly evident that the community wanted a guarantee that the parks By Council Member Wood
in their neighborhoods would be maintained and repaired. I believe
putting a percentage in the ballot language it would reassure the public Motion Carried
that we will take care of what we have before we add to the existing parks
system. ORDINANCES FOR PASSAGE
ORDINANCES FOR INTRODUCTION An Ordinance of the City of Lansing to amend the Police and Fire
Retirement System, Chapter 294, Section 294.02(h) of the Lansing
Council Member Wood, Chair of the Committee on Ways and Means Codified Ordinances, to permit employee members to purchase service
introduced: credits of up to five years pursuant to IRS code section 415 (n)(3)(b)
An Ordinance of the City of Lansing to amend the Police and Fire Was read a second time by its title and adopted by the following roll call
Retirement System, Chapter 294, Section 294.02(k) of the Lansing vote:
Codified Ordinances, to prohibit a person, who participated in the 2010
Retirement Incentive Program and becomes re-employed by the City, Yeas: Council Members Dunbar, Hewitt, Houghton, Jeffries, Quinney,
from receiving a city retirement allowance during the period of said re- Robinson, Wood and Yorko
employment
Nays: None
The Ordinance was read by its title for a first time and referred to the
Committee on Ways and Means By Council Member Wood
RESOLUTION #2010-173 THAT THIS ORDINANCE, BEING NECESSARY FOR THE IMMEDIATE
RESOLUTION SETTING PUBLIC HEARING PRESERVATION OF THE PUBLIC PEACE, HEALTH, OR SAFETY
By Council Member Wood SHALL TAKE EFFECT UPON ITS PASSAGE
RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL, CITY OF LANSING, that a public Motion Carried
hearing be set for Thursday, June 3, 2010 at 1:30 p.m. in the City Council
Chambers, 10th Floor Lansing City Hall, 124 W. Michigan Ave., Lansing, ORDINANCE #1153
MI for the purpose of considering an Ordinance of the City of Lansing, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF LANSING, MICHIGAN, TO
Michigan, to amend the Police and Fire Retirement System, Chapter 294, AMEND THE POLICE AND FIRE RETIREMENT SYSTEM, CHAPTER
Section 294.02(k) of the Lansing Codified Ordinances, to prohibit a 294 , SECTION 294.02(h) OF THE LANSING CODIFIED ORDINANCES,
person, who participated in the 2010 Retirement Incentive Program and TO PERMIT EMPLOYEE MEMBERS TO PURCHASE SERVICE
becomes re-employed by the City, from receiving a city retirement CREDITS OF UP TO FIVE YEARS PURSUANT TO IRS CODE
allowance during the period of said re-employment. SECTION 415 (n)(3)(B).
Interested Persons are invited to attend this Public Hearing THE CITY OF LANSING ORDAINS:
By Council Member Wood Section 1. That Chapter 294, Section 294.02(h), of the Codified
Ordinances of the City of Lansing, Michigan, be and is hereby amended
Motion Carried by adding a new subsection 294.02(h)(4), to read as follows:
Council Member Wood, Chair of the Committee on Ways and Means (h) Service Credit.
introduced: (1) Generally. The Board of Trustees shall determine,
by appropriate rules and regulations, the amount of
An Ordinance of the City of Lansing to amend the Employees' service to be credited any member, but in no case
Retirement System, Chapter 292, Section 292.145 of the Lansing shall less than 11 months of service rendered by a
Codified Ordinances, to prohibit a person, who participated in the 2010 member in any calendar year be credited him or her
Retirement Incentive Program and becomes re-employed by the City, as a year of service; nor shall more than one year of
from receiving a city retirement allowance during the period of said re- service be credited any member for all service