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Canton public meetings in 2022

91 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Mon Dec 19, 2022 · 08:00

Board of Trustees

Board to vote on tentative union contract for 2023-2025

The Canton Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting with one main item: considering approval of a tentative collective bargaining agreement with the Technical Professional Officeworkers Association of Michigan (TPOAM). The contract would run from January 1, 2023 through December 31, 2025. Public comment and board comment are also scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Board approves tentative TPOAM labor agreement through 2025

The Board of Trustees unanimously approved a tentative collective bargaining agreement with the Technical Professional Officeworkers Association of Michigan (TPOAM) for a term from January 1, 2023 through December 31, 2025, and authorized the Township Supervisor to sign on behalf of Canton Township. The meeting was a special session with four members present and two absent.

Tue Dec 13, 2022 · 08:00

Board of Trustees

Board to consider Markham rezoning, road engineering contract, budget adjustments

The Canton Township Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting on December 13, 2022, with a closed session on union negotiations and real property. The board will consider consent items including a Markham rezoning, and general calendar items such as a professional engineering contract for the 2023 Residential Road Improvement Program, 2022 budget adjustments, and several technology and public safety purchases.

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✓ Decided: Board approves $462,500 road improvement engineering contract

The Board of Trustees approved a $462,500 contract with Spalding DeDecker for engineering services for the 2023 Residential Road Improvement Program, along with a $486,625 budget amendment. They also approved a new Public Safety Operations Manager position with a $150,000 annual budget impact, and a $332,000 firewall upgrade. All decisions were made unanimously.

Thu Dec 8, 2022 · 08:00

Zoning Board of Appeals

ZBA to hear McDonald's sign variance request on Michigan Ave

The Canton Zoning Board of Appeals will hold its regular meeting, including the election of a chairperson and vice chairperson, approval of minutes, and one public hearing. The board will consider a variance request from McDonald's USA LLC for a nonconforming sign at 40241 Michigan Avenue. Written comments must be submitted before 4:00 PM on the hearing date.

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✓ Decided: ZBA denies McDonald's request to keep nonconforming pylon sign

The Zoning Board of Appeals denied a variance request from McDonald's USA LLC to maintain a pylon sign at 40241 Michigan Avenue. The board adopted 12 findings of fact from the staff report, concluding the request did not meet variance standards.

Wed Dec 7, 2022 · 08:00

Historic District Commission

✓ Decided: Historic District Commission discusses delisting request for Penney House

The Canton Historic District Commission met and discussed a request from Joseph Van Esley to remove the Penney House at 44765 Joy Road from the Historic District Ordinance, citing defective procedures and unmet tax credit expectations. A subcommittee was formed to address the request. No formal decisions were made on this or other substantive matters; the meeting was largely procedural.

Tue Dec 6, 2022 · 08:00

Board of Trustees

Board to discuss ITI Roadmap at study session

The Canton Township Board of Trustees is holding a study session with a single agenda item: the ITI Roadmap. This is a discussion item, not a final decision. The meeting is offered in person and via video teleconference.

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✓ Decided: Board approves $36K increase to Kodiak ambulance purchase order

The Board of Trustees unanimously approved increasing purchase order #1249-2021 issued to Kodiak Emergency Vehicles by $36,000, declining the trade-in credit for three ambulances. The board also appointed Treasurer Slavens as temporary Clerk and adopted the agenda with an added item. No other substantive decisions were made during the study session.

Mon Dec 5, 2022 · 08:00

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review solar and fence zoning amendments

The Canton Township Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting with no public hearings scheduled. The main items are two zoning ordinance text amendments concerning solar energy and fences, walls, and borders, which are listed under old business. The commission will also discuss the Master Plan and consider new applications for a gas station, medical office, and restaurant sign.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission discusses solar and fence zoning amendments

The Planning Commission held a regular meeting with no final decisions. They discussed a solar energy zoning text amendment, with a public hearing set for January, and reviewed fence design options for a future amendment. The Master Plan update and a possible January meeting date change were also discussed.

Tue Nov 29, 2022 · 08:00

Board of Trustees

Board to review Capital Improvement Plan and paving update

The Canton Township Board of Trustees is holding a study session to discuss the Capital Improvement Plan and a paving update. This is a discussion item, not a final decision. Public comment will be heard.

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✓ Decided: Canton board appoints temporary clerk, holds study session

The Board of Trustees held a study session with no substantive decisions. They unanimously appointed Treasurer Slavens as temporary Clerk and adopted the agenda. The session included a Capital Improvement Plan and Paving Update and public comment, then adjourned.

Tue Nov 22, 2022 · 08:00

Board of Trustees

Board to adopt FY2023 budget and vote on zoning changes, contracts, and appointments

The Canton Township Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting on November 22, 2022, at 7:00 P.M. at the Canton Administration Building or via Zoom. The board will adopt the Fiscal Year 2023 budget, consider rezoning requests for the Markham and Creekview Landings developments, approve contracts including winter road maintenance and police equipment, and appoint new members to the Planning Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals.

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✓ Decided: Canton Township adopts $37.5M general fund budget for FY 2023

The Board of Trustees unanimously adopted the Fiscal Year 2023 budget, appropriating funds across all township funds, including $37,544,993 for the General Fund. The board also approved a 3% wage increase for non-union employees and elected/appointed officials, and a one-time premium bonus for most employees. Several contracts and appointments were approved, and a rezoning request was introduced for first reading.

🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to approve the related budget amendment totaling $783,964.00 across all funds, as attached. Motion carried
4 yea · 2 abstain
Ganguly yea · Siegrist yea · Slavens yea · Sneideman yea · Borninski abstain · Graham-Hudak abstain
[context] and, NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that Charter Township of Canton hereby authorizes submission of a Michigan Spark Grant Application, and further resolves to make available its financial…
6 yea
Borninski yea · Ganguly yea · Graham-Hudak yea · Siegrist yea · Slavens yea · Sneideman N yea
Wed Nov 16, 2022 · 08:00

Leisure Services Advisory Council

Leisure Services Advisory Committee to review evaluation results and set 2023 plans

The Leisure Services Advisory Committee is meeting to approve minutes and agenda, receive department updates including evaluation results, and discuss new business such as a project prioritization tool update, 2023 meeting dates, and election of officers. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

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✓ Decided: Leisure Services Advisory Committee elects new chair and vice-chair

The Canton Leisure Services Advisory Committee approved the September 21, 2022 minutes and the November 16, 2022 agenda. They reviewed evaluation results for several parks and discussed park updates, including a new splash pad at Flodin Park. The committee approved the 2023 meeting dates and unanimously elected Chris Falco as chair and Valerie Krimmer as vice-chair.

Wed Nov 16, 2022 · 08:00

Downtown Development Authority

DDA to consider 2023 budget, marketing plan, meeting schedule

The Canton Downtown Development Authority will meet by video teleconference to consider adopting its 2023 budget, a proposed 2023 marketing plan, and a proposed 2023 meeting schedule. The board will also approve minutes from October 19, 2022, pay bills, and hear public comments. Public comments can be submitted in advance by email or via a drop box at the Township Administration Building.

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✓ Decided: DDA approves $110,500 marketing plan and 2023 budget

The Downtown Development Authority approved the 2023 budget and the 2023 Marketing Plan B for $110,500. The board also approved the 2023 meeting schedule and discussed a potential developer request for a traffic light on Ford Road, but took no formal action. The meeting was held via videoconference.

Tue Nov 15, 2022 · 08:00

Board of Trustees

Board to review license plate reader system overview

The Canton Township Board of Trustees is holding a study session to receive an overview of the License Plate Reader System from Police Chief Chad Baugh. The session aims to educate the board and community on the system's capabilities and benefits. No formal decisions are scheduled; the agenda is otherwise limited to routine procedural items.

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✓ Decided: Board hears license plate reader overview, no votes taken

The Board of Trustees held a study session with an overview of a License Plate Reader System. No formal decisions were made; the only actions were approving the agenda and adjourning.

Mon Nov 14, 2022 · 08:00

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider rezoning, solar, fast food, fence amendments

The Canton Township Planning Commission will hold a special meeting to consider a rezoning request, approve the 2023 meeting schedule, and discuss three zoning ordinance text amendments (solar energy, fast food restaurants, fences/walls/borders). They will also discuss the Master Plan. The agenda includes a public hearing for the rezoning and public comment periods.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission recommends rezoning for single-family home on Lotzford Road

The Commission recommended approving a rezoning request to remove a Corporate Park Overlay from a parcel to allow for a single-family home. It also scheduled public hearings for proposed zoning amendments regarding solar energy systems and drive-through restaurants.

🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion by Zuber, supported by Okon, to move to recommend approval of the request to rezone parcel 052-99-0033-000 (39609 Lotzford Rd.) from R-2, Single Family Residential and Corporate Park Overlay…
8 yea
Eggenberger yea · Foster yea · Okon yea · Singh yea · Watkins yea · Weber yea · Zuber yea · Greene yea
Motion by Zuber, supported by Weber, to move to recommend approval of the 2023 Planning Commission Meeting schedule at 7:00 p.m. on the following dates: January 9th, February 6th, March 6th, April…
8 yea
Eggenberger yea · Foster yea · Okon yea · Singh yea · Watkins yea · Weber yea · Zuber yea · Greene yea
Motion by Zuber, supported by Eggenberger, to move to set the public hearing for the proposed amendment to Section 2.03(I) of the Zoning Ordinance to include provisions for Solar Energy Systems, as…
8 yea
Eggenberger yea · Foster yea · Okon yea · Singh yea · Watkins yea · Weber yea · Zuber yea · Greene yea
Motion by Zuber, supported by Singh, to move to set the public hearing for the proposed amendment to Section 17.02(B)(8) and Section 18.02(B)(2) of the Zoning Ordinance to include “drive-through…
8 yea
Eggenberger yea · Foster yea · Okon yea · Singh yea · Watkins yea · Weber yea · Zuber yea · Greene yea
Thu Nov 10, 2022 · 08:00

Commission for Arts, Culture and Heritage

Arts commission plans 2023 dates, events, volunteer needs

The Canton Commission for Arts, Culture and Heritage is meeting to handle routine business: adopting the agenda, approving September minutes, and updating the contact list. Under new business, members will set 2023 meeting dates, review upcoming event flyers, sign up volunteers, and discuss marketing and future programming ideas. The agenda is largely procedural and planning-focused, with no major decisions or financial items listed.

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Thu Nov 10, 2022 · 08:00

Zoning Board of Appeals

ZBA to hear five variance requests including Cherry Hill Village parking and AT&T cell tower

The Canton Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on five variance requests. These include two requests from the Cherry Hill Village Homeowner's Association for parking-related variances, one from AT&T Mobility for a roof-mounted equipment screen, one from a homeowner for fence setbacks, and one from Motor City Electric Utilities for paving, storage, and fencing variances. The board will also approve the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting.

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✓ Decided: ZBA grants multiple variances for parking, cell equipment, and fencing

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved variance requests for the Cherry Hill Village HOA to add parking lots, AT&T Mobility to install roof equipment without screening, and Motor City Electric Utilities to modify paving and storage setbacks. A request for a residential ornamental fence replacement was also granted.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
that the weight of the equipment would be cause for frequent repair and replacement based on the load. John Badeen for all those in favor of the motion approving the variance as described by McKenna…
3 yea
Badeen yea · Lee yea · Quimby yea
Tue Nov 1, 2022 · 08:00

Board of Trustees

Fire Department staffing update and hiring plan for Station No. 4

The Board of Trustees will hold a study session to receive an update from the Fire Department on current staffing and recommendations to begin hiring additional Firefighter/Paramedics to staff Fire Station No. 4. The session aims to look forward to 2023 and 2024 to create and fill new positions.

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✓ Decided: Canton Board holds study session on fire staffing, no votes taken

The Board of Trustees met for a study session on November 1, 2022, with all members present. The agenda was adopted unanimously, and public comment was held. The only substantive item was a discussion on Fire Department Staffing, but no formal decisions or votes were taken on this topic. The meeting adjourned unanimously at 6:58 p.m.

Tue Oct 25, 2022 · 08:00

Board of Trustees

Board reviews 2023 budget adjustments and zoning changes at October meeting

The Canton Township Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting on October 25, 2022, offering both in-person and virtual attendance. Key items include final review of the 2023 budget adjustments, second readings of zoning amendments for Harvest Creek and youth tobacco regulations, and approvals for software licenses, fleet vehicle purchases, and land-use changes.

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✓ Decided: Canton Board approves Creekview Landings development and various land use changes

The Board approved a preliminary planned development district for Creekview Landings and a site plan for the Haggerty III industrial buildings. Other actions included approving a land use expansion for St. Thomas a’Becket Catholic Church and adopting an amendment regarding the Youth Tobacco Act. The Board also authorized several vehicle purchases and software license payments.

Wed Oct 19, 2022 · 08:00

Downtown Development Authority

Downtown Development Authority to vote on three-year snow removal contract

The Canton Downtown Development Authority will meet via Zoom to approve minutes from September 21, 2022, discuss bills, and consider a three-year contract with Frank’s Landscaping and Supplies for snow removal services. The meeting also includes a coordinator’s report and public comment periods.

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✓ Decided: DDA approves three-year snow removal contract with Frank’s Landscaping

The Board approved a three-year lump sum contract for snow and ice removal on walkable sidewalks. The Board also accepted the payment of bills and approved the meeting agenda and previous minutes.

Tue Oct 18, 2022 · 08:00

Board of Trustees

Trustees to review GLWA contract, EV study, election closures

The Canton Township Board of Trustees will hold a study session to discuss an update on the GLWA contract and review an Electric Vehicle Study. The board will also consider the clerk's request to close certain township facilities for the November 8th election. Public comment will be heard.

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✓ Decided: Township offices to close for Election Day and day after

The Board of Trustees unanimously approved closing township facilities on Election Day, November 8, 2022, and authorized the Clerk to close offices to the public on the following day. The meeting also included a study session on a GLWA contract update and an electric vehicle study review, but no other substantive decisions were made.

Thu Oct 13, 2022 · 08:00

Zoning Board of Appeals

ZBA to hear variance request for Woonsocket St. property

The Canton Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a variance request for a residential property at 6800 Woonsocket St. The board will also review proposed bylaws and approve minutes from prior meetings.

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✓ Decided: Zoning Board tables fence variance request for 6800 Woonsocket St.

The Board tabled a request for multiple fence variances at 6800 Woonsocket St. to allow the applicant to wait for a potential new fence ordinance. Members also discussed proposed bylaws but took no formal action on them.

🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion by Mark Quimby, supported by Alan Okon to accept the agenda
3 yea · 1 abstain
Clarence Lee yea · Alan Okon yea · Mark Quimby yea · John Badeen abstain
Motion by Alan Okon to table the application to give the applicant some time to wait for the Planning Commission to approve a new fence ordinance, or the applicant can come back to the Board with…
3 yea
Alan Okon yea · Clarence Lee yea · Mark Quimby yea
Tue Oct 11, 2022 · 08:00

Board of Trustees

Board to consider BJ's gas station, behavioral center, rezoning, contracts

The Canton Township Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting on October 11, 2022, to consider several land use and contract items. Key decisions include a planned development amendment for a BJ's Wholesale Club automobile filling station, a special land use for a behavioral wellness center, a rezoning for Harvest Creek, and multiple contracts including a restaurant operator at the Canton Sports Center and a collective bargaining agreement. The board will also consider a settlement in a lawsuit and a budget amendment for Fire Station II park design.

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✓ Decided: Canton Board approves $328K ADA contract and BJ's gas station amendment

The Board approved several land use requests, including a gas station for BJ's Wholesale Club and a behavioral wellness center. It also authorized a $328,133.30 contract for ADA improvements and a five-year restaurant contract for the Canton Sports Center.

Wed Oct 5, 2022 · 08:00

Historic District Commission

Historic District Commission to discuss Cherry Hill School move and pending applications

The Canton Historic District Commission is meeting to discuss the potential move of Cherry Hill School, review pending Certificate of Appropriateness applications, and consider HDC training. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes approval and committee reports.

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✓ Decided: Commission determines Cherry Hill School will not be moved

The commission determined that not moving the Cherry Hill School is in the best interest of the Township and its heritage. Members discussed maintenance needs for the Bartlett Travis House and the appointment of a new staff liaison.

Mon Oct 3, 2022 · 08:00

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review church expansion, warehouse, bank facade, lumberyard plans

The Canton Township Planning Commission will hold a special meeting to consider several site plans and a special land use request, including an accessory building and expansion for St. Thomas A'Becket Catholic Church, two warehouse buildings for Haggerty III, facade changes for Citizens Bank, and a site plan amendment for Mans Lumber. They will also discuss amendments to zoning ordinances, fence and wall standards, and the Master Plan. The agenda includes public hearings for the church and other items, with time limits for public comment.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission recommends approval for four site plans

The Planning Commission recommended approval for a church expansion, a warehouse center, a bank site plan, and a lumberyard amendment. The board also discussed potential zoning ordinance amendments to streamline site plan reviews.

🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion by Zuber, supported by Eggenberger, move to approve the site plan amendment for Mans Lumber at the said location to omit the curbing on the west side of the site and to modify the height of…
6 yea · 2 nay
Acharya yea · Eggenberger yea · Foster yea · Singh yea · Weber yea · Zuber yea · Watkins nay · Greene nay
The other 3 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Sep 27, 2022 · 08:00

Board of Trustees

Board to vote on contracts, software renewals, and zoning changes

The Canton Township Board of Trustees will meet on September 27, 2022, to discuss and vote on several contracts, ordinance amendments, and budget adjustments. The meeting will be held in person and via Zoom due to COVID-19 precautions. Key items include building automation controls, interior renovations, and software renewals for police and fire departments.

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✓ Decided: Canton Board rejects rural rezoning request and approves several facility contracts

The Board of Trustees denied a request to rezone a rural parcel to single-family residential. The Board also approved multiple contracts for township facility renovations, software renewals, and public safety equipment.

Thu Sep 22, 2022 · 08:00

Commission for Arts, Culture and Heritage

Canton Commission for Arts, Culture and Heritage meeting on September 22

The Commission will review a proposal presentation and receive reports from various committees. The agenda includes updates from the Historical Society and several resident art groups.

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✓ Decided: Cultural Commission proposes new member commitment and volunteer requirements

Staff presented a proposal to shift the commission's focus toward supporting existing township needs and increasing member involvement. Members are asked to sign a recommitment form by October 1st pledging to attend two meetings and volunteer at six events annually.

Wed Sep 21, 2022 · 08:00

Downtown Development Authority

DDA to consider holiday decor purchase and ShopCanton guide contract

The Downtown Development Authority is meeting to approve routine items including minutes, bills, and two notable contracts: a purchase order for 2022 holiday decor from LeClerc Display and a contract for printing, delivery, and mailing of the 2022 ShopCanton Guide. Public comments are accepted via email or drop box before the meeting.

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✓ Decided: DDA approves holiday decor and ShopCanton guide printing

The Board approved the purchase order for holiday decorations and selected a local printer for the 2022 ShopCanton Guide. Members also discussed Ford Road landscaping and a proposed food composting pilot program.

Wed Sep 21, 2022 · 08:00

Leisure Services Advisory Council

Canton Leisure Services Advisory Committee to review evaluations, parks, and tree seminar

The Leisure Services Advisory Committee is meeting to approve minutes and agenda, receive department updates on evaluation results and park updates, discuss a tree educational seminar as new business, and review the strategic prioritization plan. The meeting also includes committee member insights and public comment.

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✓ Decided: Leisure Services Advisory Committee reviews park improvements and planning tools

The committee approved the July 2022 minutes and the September 21 agenda. Members discussed several park projects and proposed creating a tool to prioritize future projects and programs for the Board of Trustees.

Tue Sep 13, 2022 · 08:00

Board of Trustees

Board to vote on millage rates for December 2022 tax levy

The Canton Township Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing and vote on millage rates for the December 1, 2022 tax levy. The meeting will also include votes on contracts for road projects, water main improvements, and housing rehabilitation, as well as zoning and land-use decisions.

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✓ Decided: Canton Board of Trustees sets December 2022 tax levy millage rates and approves legal counsel contract.

The Canton Board of Trustees approved the December 1, 2022 tax levy millage rates totaling 12.2909 mills and selected Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC as full-time legal counsel. The board also approved multiple contracts, including housing rehabilitations, park improvements for Heritage Park, water main capital projects, and various budget amendments.

Mon Sep 12, 2022 · 08:00

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider 449-unit residential development and several site changes

The Planning Commission will review multiple development applications, including a large residential project at Creekview Landings and a rezoning request for Harvest Creek. The meeting also includes discussions on site plan amendments for local businesses and an update on the township Master Plan.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission recommends approval for Creekview Landings rental development

The Commission recommended preliminary approval for a 449-unit residential rental project and several other land-use requests. Decisions included rezoning for Harvest Creek and a PDD amendment for a BJ's Wholesale Club gas station. Site plan amendments for Zahr Plaza, The Meadows of Cherry Hill, and McDonald's were also approved.

🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion by Weber, supported by Okon, to move to approve the elevations designs of units 1, 3, 6, 18, 19, 26, 31, 34, and 38 in The Meadows of Cherry Hill, subject to changing the shed roofs to metal…
7 yea · 1 nay
Acharya yea · Eggenberger yea · Foster yea · Okon yea · Watkins yea · Weber yea · Greene yea · Zuber nay
The other 6 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Thu Sep 8, 2022 · 08:00

Zoning Board of Appeals

Zoning Board considers fence variance for Briargate property

The Zoning Board of Appeals will review a variance request from Nicholas and Kelli Paparelli. The applicants are seeking permission to place a fence within front yard setback areas at 46418 Briargate.

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✓ Decided: ZBA approves fence variance for property at 46418 Briargate

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved a variance for Nicholas and Kelli Paparelli to install a six-foot white privacy fence. The approved fence will be located 11 feet from the Warren Road right-of-way to align with existing neighboring fences.

Thu Aug 25, 2022 · 08:00

Zoning Board of Appeals

Zoning Board of Appeals to review industrial wall and residential setback requests

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a special meeting to consider three variance applications. These include requests regarding industrial wall height, a residential building addition setback, and an appeal of a Planning Commission decision.

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✓ Decided: ZBA approves sound wall for Canton Renewables, denies residential sunroom variance

The board approved two variances for a sound barrier at a landfill gas capture facility and denied a rear yard setback variance for a residential sunroom. Additionally, the board denied an appeal regarding a Planning Commission decision for a driveway at Cherry Hill Village, though it required the installation of a stop sign.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion by Alan Okon to approve the requested variances for the Canton Renewables, located at 4345 South Lilley Rd., from Section 78-131(1) for a 16-foot-high wall and Section 5.08(A)(5) of the Zoning…
1 yea
All ZBA August yea
Tue Aug 23, 2022 · 08:00

Board of Trustees

Board to consider Mister Car Wash site plan, budget adjustments, and new supervisor role

The Canton Township Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting with a study session on the Capital Improvement Plan, followed by consent and general calendar items. Key decisions include accepting a $15,000 MEDC grant for the Master Plan, awarding tree service contracts, purchasing a Ford Explorer, extending a social worker contract, approving a site plan for Mister Car Wash, and approving 2022 budget adjustments. The meeting is open to the public in person and via Zoom.

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✓ Decided: Canton Board approves site plan for Mister Car Wash

The Board of Trustees approved a site plan for an automobile wash on Haggerty Road and authorized several tree maintenance and planting contracts. The Board also approved the creation of a Leisure Services Project & Operations Supervisor position and granted a FOIA appeal in part.

Wed Aug 17, 2022 · 08:00

Downtown Development Authority

DDA to discuss Holiday Shop Canton Guide and investments

The Canton Downtown Development Authority is meeting virtually to handle routine business, including approving the July minutes and paying bills. They will also discuss the Holiday Shop Canton Guide and DDA investments. Public comments are accepted before and during the meeting.

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✓ Decided: DDA approves 24-page ShopCanton Guide for Fall 2022

The board voted to resume printing the ShopCanton Guide, opting for a 24-page version with a non-holiday themed cover to increase its lifespan. The board also discussed diversifying its $1 million fund balance into short-term investments.

Tue Aug 16, 2022 · 08:00

Board of Trustees

The August 16 Board of Trustees study session has been postponed.

The scheduled study session for August 16, 2022, was postponed until August 23 at 6:00 P.M. The original agenda included a project and budget update regarding the Capital Improvement Plan.

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Thu Aug 11, 2022 · 08:00

Commission for Arts, Culture and Heritage

Canton Commission for Arts, Culture and Heritage meeting on August 11, 2022

The Commission will discuss new business regarding the Diwali Committee. The meeting also includes reports from various arts, multicultural, and historical committees.

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Thu Aug 11, 2022 · 08:00

Zoning Board of Appeals

ZBA to hear two fence variance requests on Aug. 11

The Canton Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on two variance requests related to fence placement. The board will consider a request from John and Kelly Cutright to build a fence on the property line without neighbor consent, and a request from Patrick and Lisa Lyons for multiple fence variances on a corner lot. The meeting is open to the public, with written comments due by 4 PM on the hearing date.

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✓ Decided: ZBA approves fence variance for 825 Revere St. and tables request for 1020 Terrell Ct.

The board approved a variance for a property on Revere St. to install a fence on the property line without neighbor consent. A request for a vinyl fence replacement at 1020 Terrell Ct. was tabled at the applicant's request.

Tue Aug 9, 2022 · 08:00

Board of Trustees

Board to award $530,035 asphalt path contract and $1.77M pool tile contract

The Canton Township Board of Trustees will consider several contract awards and site plans at its August 9, 2022 meeting. Key items include a $530,035 contract to Al's Asphalt for path rehabilitation, a $1,768,943 contract to AM Higley for Summit on the Park pool tile replacement, and site plans for a mini storage and a car wash. The board will also vote on budget amendments and a zoning ordinance amendment.

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✓ Decided: Canton Board approves multiple site plans and $4.37M in bill payments

The Board approved site plans for a mini-warehouse and an auto wash. They authorized several infrastructure contracts, including asphalt rehabilitation and IT upgrades, and approved the WTUA annual budget.

Mon Aug 8, 2022 · 08:00

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review five site plans and one special land use request

The Canton Township Planning Commission will hold a special meeting to decide on five site plans and one special land use request. The meeting will also receive an update on the Master Plan project, including public engagement activities. No votes or decisions are recorded in the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission recommends approval for Redwood multi-family residential site plan

The Commission recommended approval for a medical office and a multi-family residential development. It also approved site plan amendments for two financial institutions and a landfill gas recovery facility upgrade.

🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Ordinance that requires those considerations, If the Commission did make findings of fact related to one or more of the criteria, that would not be harmful and it would help you in the event that…
8 yea
Eggenberger yea · Foster yea · Okon yea · Singh yea · Watkins yea · Weber yea · Zuber yea · Greene yea
Motion by Weber, supported by Zuber, to move to approve the site plan amendment application Planning Commission Proceedings August 8, 2022 for a financial institution use on parcel no…
8 yea
Eggenberger yea · Foster yea · Okon yea · Singh yea · Watkins yea · Weber yea · Zuber yea · Greene yea
Motion by Zuber, supported by Singh, to move to recommend approval of the Redwood at Marketplace site plan on tax parcel nos. : 103-99-0001-003, 133-99-0001-001, 133-99- 0001-002, 133-99-0001-003…
8 yea
Eggenberger yea · Foster yea · Okon yea · Singh yea · Watkins yea · Weber yea · Zuber yea · Greene yea
motion by Zuber, supported by Watkins, to require 16-foot high walls per the plans and noise report
8 yea
Eggenberger yea · Foster yea · Okon yea · Singh yea · Watkins yea · Weber yea · Zuber yea · Greene yea
Motion by Zuber, supported by Eggenberger, to move to approve the site plan amendment application for the financial institution use on parcel no. 058-99-0003-009 at 45345 Ford Road, subject to…
8 yea
Eggenberger yea · Foster yea · Okon yea · Singh yea · Watkins yea · Weber yea · Zuber yea · Greene yea
Wed Aug 3, 2022 · 08:00

Historic District Commission

Canton Historic District Commission meeting on August 3, 2022

The Commission will discuss the Cherry Hill School move and the Brew Brats and Bands event. The meeting will also address pending Certificate of Appropriateness applications and an update to the Township HDC website.

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✓ Decided: Commission to send letter opposing move of Cherry Hill School

The Historic District Commission unanimously agreed to draft a letter to the Township expressing disapproval of a rumored plan to move the Cherry Hill School. The Commission indicated a preference for adaptive re-use of the school at its current location.

Tue Jul 26, 2022 · 08:00

Board of Trustees

Board to consider grocery store/bakery site plan and $194,260 road design contract

The Canton Township Board of Trustees will vote on a site plan for a new grocery store and bakery at Cherry Hill and Denton Roads, and authorize a $194,260 engineering contract for the 2023 Sheldon Road improvement program. They will also consider several other items including an ordinance amendment, police equipment purchases, and a lease agreement. The meeting is open in person and via Zoom.

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✓ Decided: Canton Board approves site plan for Greenland & Saj grocery store and bakery

The Board of Trustees approved a site plan for a new grocery store and bakery at Cherry Hill and Denton Roads. Other actions included approving over $4.1 million in bill payments and authorizing several equipment purchases and position reclassifications.

Mon Jul 25, 2022 · 08:00

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider rezoning, site plans, and car wash

The Canton Township Planning Commission will hold a special meeting to consider several land-use items, including a rezoning, a site plan amendment, and a new car wash. No public hearings are scheduled, but public comment is allowed. The meeting is primarily for decisions on these applications.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission recommends approval of Mister Car Wash site plan

The Commission recommended approval of a new automatic car wash on Haggerty Road. It also re-acted to recommend denial of the Blessing rezoning request with additional findings of fact and provided a recommendation to the ZBA regarding the Cherry Hill Village site plan.

🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion by Weber, supported by Okon to include in the first part of the motion that the Planning Commission is re-acting to recommend denial of the zoning amendment application. The roll was called on…
7 yea
Acharya yea · Eggenberger yea · Okon yea · Singh yea · Weber yea · Zuber yea · Greene yea
Motion by Eggenberger, supported by Acharya, to recommend that the ZBA take all the new information that has come before the Planning Commission and the ZBA into account when making a final decision…
7 yea
Acharya yea · Eggenberger yea · Okon yea · Singh yea · Weber yea · Zuber yea · Greene yea
Motion by Zuber, supported by Singh, to move to recommend approval of the site plan for an automobile wash establishment use on parcel no. 71-050-99-0009-003 as illustrated on the Site Plan…
7 yea
Acharya yea · Eggenberger yea · Okon yea · Singh yea · Weber yea · Zuber yea · Greene yea
Wed Jul 20, 2022 · 08:00

Downtown Development Authority

Canton DDA discusses snow plowing and landscaping purchase orders

The Downtown Development Authority is meeting to discuss a snow plowing contract and several maintenance purchase orders. The board will also review the May 18, 2022, minutes and process bill payments.

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✓ Decided: DDA approves wall maintenance and landscaping contracts

The board approved a $71,000 purchase order for wall maintenance and $22,500 for mulch application. A purchase order for relocating native plants and installing a dry riverbed was conditionally approved. The board also agreed to rebid the sidewalk snow plowing contract.

Wed Jul 20, 2022 · 08:00

Leisure Services Advisory Council

Leisure Services Advisory Committee to discuss Preservation Park redesign

The Leisure Services Advisory Committee is meeting to approve minutes and agenda, follow up on the Summit Mobile Check-in, evaluate golf and parks, and discuss a potential redesign of Preservation Park. The meeting also includes committee member insights and public comment.

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✓ Decided: Leisure Services Advisory Committee approves March 2022 minutes

The committee approved the March 16, 2022, meeting minutes and the July 20, 2022, agenda. Members discussed park maintenance, the closure of the Flodin splashpad, and redesign plans for Preservation Park.

Tue Jul 19, 2022 · 08:00

Board of Trustees

Canton trustees to discuss 2023 road projects and sidewalk gap program

The Canton Township Board of Trustees is holding a study session to discuss two items: the 2023 road projects and a proposed sidewalk gap program. No formal decisions are expected; this is a discussion-only meeting. Public comment will be taken.

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✓ Decided: Canton Board of Trustees adopts agenda and holds study session

The Board of Trustees met to adopt the meeting agenda and conduct a study session. No substantive votes or policy decisions were recorded.

Thu Jul 14, 2022 · 08:00

Zoning Board of Appeals

Zoning Board to hear fence and pool variance requests

The Canton Zoning Board of Appeals will meet on July 14, 2022, at 7:00 PM in the Board Room at the Township Administration Building. The board will review three variance requests: two for fence height and one for pool placement. No decisions are listed; only proposals will be discussed.

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✓ Decided: Canton Zoning Board of Appeals approves three property variance requests

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved three variance requests regarding fence heights and hot tub placement. The board granted two variances for 6-foot fences at 42364 Glencove Ct. and 2063 Woodmont Dr. West, and one variance for a hot tub setback at 4133 Brookside.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion by Alan Okon, supported by John Badeen, to approve the plan as presented allowing the 6” wall privacy fence and 6‘ high gate, based on the Planning consultant’s report and the existing 6’ high…
4 yea
Lee yea · Okon yea · Welty yea · Badeen yea
Tue Jul 12, 2022 · 08:00

Board of Trustees

Board to consider design for admin building offices and bulletproof glass

The Canton Township Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting on July 12, 2022, starting with a closed session on property acquisition. They will consider consent calendar items including a design contract for office renovations and bulletproof glass, emergency power repairs, and a contract for sidewalk engineering, as well as general calendar items such as filling a lead tech position and purchasing standby generators. The meeting also includes a recognition of a firefighter's retirement and public comment periods.

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✓ Decided: Canton board approves $3.5M in bill payments and $250K admin building renovation design

The Canton Township Board of Trustees approved a range of spending items, including payment of $3,524,540.91 in bills across all funds, a $13,120 design contract for Administration Building renovations and bullet-resistant glazing, and a $250,000 budget adjustment for that project. The board also approved a second reading of an amendment to Chapter 36 'Equal Rights' of the township code, effective July 21, 2022, and authorized offers to purchase 10 tax-foreclosed parcels for a total of $62,159.03. All votes recorded were unanimous.

Mon Jul 11, 2022 · 08:00

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review site plans for residential and commercial developments

The Planning Commission will consider several site plan applications for residential, retail, and financial uses. The meeting will also include an update on the status of the Master Plan project.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission recommends Anand Village, Greenland & Saj, Zippy Auto Wash; defers MSGCU

The Canton Planning Commission recommended approval of three site plans: Anand Village (43 single-family condos on Denton Road), Greenland & Saj grocery store and bakery at Cherry Hill and Denton, and Zippy Auto Wash on Michigan Avenue. It deferred action on a site plan amendment for a Michigan Schools and Government Credit Union branch at 44530 Ford Road, pending revised architectural elevations. All votes were unanimous among the five members present; four members were absent.

🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion by Okon, supported by Foster, to recommend approval of the Final Site Plan for Anand Village, on tax parcel no. 126-99-0008-701, which includes 43 single-family detached residential…
5 yea
Foster yea · Watkins yea · Weber yea · Okon yea · Greene yea
motion by Watkins, supported by Foster, to work with Staff to include a bike rack to the site
4 yea
Foster yea · Watkins yea · Weber yea · Okon yea
Motion by Watkins, supported by Weber, to defer action on the site plan amendment application for a financial institution use on parcel no. 039-99-0028-702 pending receipt of revised architectural…
5 yea
Foster yea · Watkins yea · Weber yea · Okon yea · Greene yea
Motion by Watkins, supported by Okon, to recommend that the colored quoins remain consistent with the existing color rendering as featured on the façade
4 yea
Foster yea · Watkins yea · Weber yea · Okon yea
Wed Jun 15, 2022 · 08:00

Downtown Development Authority

Canton DDA to consider landscaping purchase order and payment of bills

The Downtown Development Authority is meeting via video teleconference to conduct routine business. The board will review the May 18, 2022, minutes and consider a purchase order for mulch application.

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Tue Jun 14, 2022 · 08:00

Board of Trustees

Board to hold public hearing on 2022 CDBG plan and consider gun violence resolution

The Canton Township Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing on the 2022 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program and annual action plan, and consider a resolution recognizing June 3, 2022 as Gun Violence Awareness Day. The board will also hear an audit presentation and a Youth Advisory Council update, and vote on consent and general calendar items including contract extensions, bid awards, and policy changes.

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✓ Decided: Canton Board approves $5.7M in bills and adopts 2022 CDBG Annual Action Plan

The Board of Trustees approved payments totaling $5,730,273.43 across various funds and adopted the 2022 Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan. The Board also passed a resolution recognizing Gun Violence Awareness Day and approved several service contracts and budget amendments.

Thu Jun 9, 2022 · 08:00

Zoning Board of Appeals

ZBA to hear fence variance, sign variance, and fence code review

The Canton Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on two variance requests and consider a resolution asking the Planning Commission to review fence regulations. The board will also approve minutes from its April 14 meeting. Public comments must be submitted before 4:00 PM on the hearing date.

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✓ Decided: Canton ZBA approves 58-ft sign variance for 361 N. Canton Center Rd.

The Canton Township Zoning Board of Appeals approved a variance allowing a new monument sign at 361 N. Canton Center Rd. to sit 58 feet from an existing Citizens Bank sign, instead of the required 100 feet. The board also passed a resolution asking the Planning Commission to consider amendments to the fence, wall, and border rules in Chapter 78, Article V, citing recurring fence variance requests. A fence variance appeal for 42364 Glencove Ct. was tabled to the July 14, 2022 meeting because the applicant or representative was not present.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion by Clarence Lee, supported by Alan Okon, to open the Public Hearing
1 nay
None ZBA June nay
Tue Jun 7, 2022 · 08:00

Board of Trustees

Board and Planning Commission discuss long-term land-use plan

The Canton Board of Trustees and Planning Commission held a joint study session to discuss the township’s Master Plan, a long-term land-use document guiding future development. The session included a presentation by McKenna and an informal discussion; no formal decisions were listed on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Canton trustees hear Master Plan presentation; no substantive votes taken

The Canton Township Board of Trustees met on June 7, 2022 with six of seven members present (Graham-Hudak absent). The board appointed Treasurer Slavens as President Pro Tempore for the meeting only, adopted the agenda, and held a study session with a Master Plan presentation by McKenna followed by informal discussion. Public comment was held, and the meeting adjourned. No substantive decisions, contracts, or ordinances were voted on beyond these procedural actions.

Mon Jun 6, 2022 · 08:00

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider Cherry Hill Village site plan amendment and Master Plan update

The Canton Township Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider a site plan amendment for Cherry Hill Village Unit 101, reconsidering a previously approved driveway change. They will also initiate an update to the Master Plan and receive a report on the project, including public engagement and grant funding. No public hearings are scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Canton Planning Commission tables Cherry Hill Village site plan amendment

The Canton Planning Commission voted to table a recommendation on the Cherry Hill Village Unit 101 site plan amendment regarding a new access drive to the next meeting in order to consider additional safety ideas. The commission also voted to initiate the process of preparing a new Master Plan and authorize staff to mail required statutory notices.

🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion by Eggenberger, supported by Okon, to table the recommendation requested by the ZBA on this application until the next Planning Commission meeting for the purpose of considering additional…
6 yea · 3 nay
Acharya yea · Eggenberger yea · Okon yea · Singh yea · Watkins yea · Greene yea · Foster nay · Weber nay · Zuber nay
Wed Jun 1, 2022 · 08:00

Historic District Commission

Historic District Commission to review old house survey and COA applications

The Historic District Commission is meeting to discuss updates on the Old House Survey, a staff liaison replacement, and pending Certificate of Appropriateness applications. The agenda is largely procedural, with committee and staff reports, and no major decisions are listed.

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Tue May 31, 2022 · 08:00

Board of Trustees

Trustees to review organizational assessment and Ridge Road Park plan

The Canton Board of Trustees is holding a study session to discuss two items: an update on recommendations from an organizational assessment, and a plan for Ridge Road Park. No formal votes are scheduled; the session is for discussion and public comment.

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✓ Decided: Canton Board of Trustees adopts agenda and holds study session

The Board of Trustees met to adopt the meeting agenda and conduct a study session. No substantive legislative decisions or votes on policy were recorded.

Tue May 24, 2022 · 08:00

Board of Trustees

Board to consider Master Plan update, $94,500 consultant contract

The Canton Township Board of Trustees will consider resolutions to update the Master Plan, including establishing an advisory board and approving a $94,500 contract with McKenna Associates. The board will also vote on several equipment purchases, including a sewer cleaning truck, a trailer, and police equipment, plus a new indigent defense fund. A closed session is scheduled to discuss pending litigation, attorney-client privileged material, and real property purchase or lease.

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✓ Decided: Canton Board approves $4.9M road project and Master Plan update

The Board authorized a road reconstruction project on Canton Center Road and initiated a formal update of the Township Master Plan. Several equipment purchases for police, fire, and sewer services were approved, and the Board committed $8.8M in fund balances for future community priorities.

Wed May 18, 2022 · 08:00

Leisure Services Advisory Council

Canton Leisure Services Advisory Council meets May 18 to review projects and discuss co-op opportunities

The Canton, MI Leisure Services Advisory Council will hold its May 18, 2022 meeting at Pheasant Run Golf Club to approve prior meeting minutes, receive a projects update, and discuss follow-up items including potential co-op opportunities and mobile check-in at the Summit. Public comment and a walk-through of Pheasant Run Golf Club are also on the agenda.

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Wed May 18, 2022 · 08:00

Downtown Development Authority

Downtown Development Authority approves April minutes and bills

The Canton Downtown Development Authority held a video teleconference meeting on May 18, 2022. The board reviewed and approved the April 20, 2022 minutes and discussed payment of bills. No major decisions were made beyond routine procedural items.

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✓ Decided: Canton DDA approves purchase order for Frank's Landscaping for irrigation repairs

The Canton Township Downtown Development Authority accepted the agenda, approved April 20, 2022 minutes, and accepted the payment of bills. The board also approved a purchase order for Frank's Landscaping & Supplies LLC for estimated $60,000 in irrigation maintenance and repairs along Ford Road. Additionally, the board received updates on the Ford Road Boulevard project, lighting study, and new business certificates of compliance.

Tue May 17, 2022 · 08:00

Board of Trustees

Canton Trustees hold study session on compost and recycling update

The Canton Township Board of Trustees held a study session to discuss a compost and recycling update. The meeting was held in person and via Zoom due to COVID-19 precautions. No formal decisions were listed on the agenda.

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Thu May 12, 2022 · 08:00

Commission for Arts, Culture and Heritage

Arts commission reviews strategic plan and cultural events for 2022

The Canton Commission for Arts, Culture and Heritage meets to approve past meeting minutes and discuss updates on its strategic plan, local cultural events, and committee reports. No formal decisions are listed on this agenda.

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✓ Decided: Cultural Commission approves recommended changes to Strategic Plan

The Commission unanimously approved updates to the Strategic Plan, including a data source change for 2022. Members discussed the allocation of Artist Laureate Funds and proposed a new four-committee structure to align with strategic goals.

Thu May 12, 2022 · 08:00

Zoning Board of Appeals

The May 12, 2022, Zoning Board of Appeals meeting is canceled

The meeting of the Canton Zoning Board of Appeals scheduled for May 12, 2022, has been canceled. No business will be conducted at this time.

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Tue May 10, 2022 · 08:00

Board of Trustees

Canton Board to discuss public safety upgrades and a peddling license appeal

The Board of Trustees will consider several public safety items, including a grant for Tasers and a request for body armor. They will also hold an appeals hearing regarding a denied peddling license for an ice cream truck business.

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✓ Decided: Canton approves $4.9M dispatch expansion contract with Axiom Construction

The Canton Board of Trustees approved a $4,915,000 general contractor bid to Axiom Construction Services Group, LLC for dispatch expansion and interior renovations at the Public Safety Building, plus a $75,900 addendum and up to $761,750 in auxiliary expenses. The board also approved furniture purchases for the dispatch center and renovated building, a $63,200 Discover Brochure printing contract, and several other purchases and agreements. The board denied Tarlochan Gill's appeal of a soliciting license denial and held the second reading of a tax exemption ordinance for Lincolnshire Apartments. Four of seven members were present; Borninski, Ganguly, and Siegrist were absent.

Mon May 2, 2022 · 08:00

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider TNT Fireworks seasonal sales permit at Meijer lot

The Canton Township Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting with no public hearings. They will discuss bylaws, consider a seasonal sales permit for TNT Fireworks, and review a site plan for a mini-warehouse facility. Additionally, they will refer several new plans for staff review, including a BJ's Wholesale Club gas station, AT&T wireless equipment, a condominium development, a credit union drive-through, and a grocery store/bakery.

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✓ Decided: Canton Planning Commission adopts new bylaws and approves site plans

The Planning Commission adopted new bylaws requiring two hours of annual continuing education for members. The commission also approved a seasonal sales permit for TNT Fireworks and recommended approval for a mini-warehouse site plan on Research Drive. Additionally, the commission authorized staff to approve future annual renewals for seasonal sales permits that do not involve material changes.

🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion by Zuber, supported by Eggenberger, to move to approve one 30-day seasonal sales permit for the TNT Fireworks Company, parcel (058-99-0003-723) commencing on June 21, 2022, as shown on the…
7 yea
Acharya yea · Eggenberger yea · Foster yea · Singh yea · Watkins yea · Zuber yea · Greene yea
Motion by Zuber, supported by Eggenberger, to move to allow Staff to approve annual renewals for Seasonal Sales Permits that do not have any material changes from the previous year and material…
7 yea
Acharya yea · Eggenberger yea · Foster yea · Singh yea · Watkins yea · Zuber yea · Greene yea
[context] and (2) Revise the plans in accordance with staff comments for fence details, architecture, landscaping, mechanical equipment, signage, dumpster enclosure, and any remaining comments from…
7 yea
Acharya yea · Eggenberger yea · Foster yea · Singh yea · Watkins yea · Zuber yea · Greene yea
Motion by Eggenberger, supported by Zuber to adopt the Planning Commission Bylaws, pursuant to the Michigan Planning Enabling Act (P.A. 33 of 2008), with the amendment to change the required…
7 yea
Acharya yea · Eggenberger yea · Foster yea · Singh yea · Watkins yea · Zuber yea · Greene yea
Tue Apr 26, 2022 · 08:00

Board of Trustees

Board to consider water main contracts, Chipotle site plan, and ambulance purchases

The Canton Township Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting with several significant items, including awarding contracts for the 2022 water main capital improvement project, approving a site plan for a Chipotle restaurant, and considering special land use permits for two car washes. The board will also vote on purchasing three rescue ambulances and a fire engine, and will consider a first reading of an ordinance to repeal and replace the tax exemption for Lincolnshire Apartments. Additionally, the board will consider modifying polling locations.

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✓ Decided: Canton Board approves water main contracts, car washes, and equipment purchases

The Canton Township Board of Trustees approved contracts for the 2022 Water Main Capital Improvement Project, a Chipotle site plan, special land uses for two car washes, and the purchase of new fire and rescue vehicles. The Board also authorized conceptual design contracts for several park and community projects, approved a polling location change, and advanced a tax exemption ordinance amendment.

Wed Apr 20, 2022 · 08:00

Downtown Development Authority

Downtown Development Authority to vote on 3-year landscaping contract extension

The Canton Downtown Development Authority will meet virtually on April 20, 2022, to discuss routine business including approval of minutes, payment of bills, and a proposal to extend a landscaping contract for three years. The board will also hear a report from the DDA coordinator and consider distribution of MDOT flyers for an upcoming meeting.

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✓ Decided: DDA extends Frank's Landscaping contract 3 years at $123,000 per year

The Canton Township Downtown Development Authority voted to extend its landscape maintenance contract with Frank's Landscaping & Supplies LLC for three years at $123,000 per year through 2025, with plans to re-bid after the boulevard project. The board also accepted the agenda, approved the March 16, 2022 minutes, and accepted payment of bills, all by unanimous votes of members present. No citizens spoke during non-agenda items. The meeting, held by videoconference, adjourned at 8:21 A.M.

Thu Apr 14, 2022 · 08:00

Zoning Board of Appeals

ZBA to hear three appeals including 60-ft equipment height variance

The Canton Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on three variance requests and an appeal of a Planning Commission decision, followed by election of officers. The items involve a fence setback variance, a height variance for industrial equipment, and an appeal of a site plan approval.

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✓ Decided: ZBA approves fence and height variances, remands driveway appeal

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved two variance requests for a residential fence and industrial equipment height. The board also remanded a Planning Commission decision regarding a driveway ingress/egress back for further consideration.

Tue Apr 12, 2022 · 08:00

Board of Trustees

Board to decide zoning changes, contracts, and fees at April meeting

The Canton Township Board of Trustees will meet April 12, 2022, to decide on zoning amendments, contracts for road projects and software, fee waivers, and site plan approvals. The meeting will also include a resolution recognizing the 70th anniversary of the Plymouth-Canton Branch of the American Association of University Women.

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✓ Decided: Canton trustees approve $1.848M residential roads contract and 2022 water/sewer rates

The Canton Township Board of Trustees approved a $1,680,000 construction contract amendment with Great Lakes Contracting Solutions for the 2022 Residential Roads Project, with a 10% contingency bringing the total to $1,848,000. Trustees also approved 2022 water and sewer rates effective May 1, 2022, which carried 4-1 with Siegrist voting against. The board passed a resolution asking the State of Michigan to intervene in the City of Highland Park's $54,233,700 GLWA debt rather than charging other member communities, and approved several other items including site plans, a Microsoft cloud migration, and appointments.

Wed Apr 6, 2022 · 08:00

Historic District Commission

Historic District Commission to review roof work at Henry Ford Dormitory

The Historic District Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes and committee reports. They will also discuss commissioner reappointments and a staff liaison replacement. A key item is a Certificate of Appropriateness request for roofing work at the Henry Ford Dormitory.

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✓ Decided: Historic District Commission approves roof replacement for Henry Ford Dormitory

The commission approved a Certificate of Appropriateness to replace the roof of the Henry Ford Dormitory with architectural black asphalt shingles. The board also approved the agenda and the minutes from October 6, 2021.

Tue Apr 5, 2022 · 08:00

Board of Trustees

Trustees to discuss next steps for police social worker program

The Board of Trustees will hold a study session to receive an update on the Canton Police Department's Embedded Social Worker Program, which has been running for seven months. Presenters from the police department and Hegira Health, Inc. will discuss progress and potential future directions. No formal decisions are expected; this is a discussion item.

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✓ Decided: Canton trustees held a study session on embedded social worker and police clinician programming

The Board of Trustees met on April 5, 2022 with five members present and two absent. The only substantive item was a study session on "Embedded Social Worker, Police Clinician Programming – Next Steps"; the minutes record no decisions on it. The board adopted the agenda and adjourned at 7:36 p.m., both by unanimous votes.

Mon Apr 4, 2022 · 08:00

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to decide on four new car washes and seasonal retail permits

The Canton Township Planning Commission will hold public hearings and review site plans for several new commercial developments, including four automatic car washes, seasonal sales permits for Home Depot and Lowe’s, and a fast-food restaurant with a drive-through. The meeting will also consider site plan amendments for existing businesses and a new mini-warehouse facility.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission recommends approval for two new car washes

The commission recommended approval for Zippy Car Wash and Mister Car Wash special land use requests. It also approved seasonal sales permits for Home Depot and Lowe's and a site plan amendment for Quick Pass Car Wash. A site plan for a new Chipotle was recommended for approval.

🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion by Zuber, supported by Acharya, to recommend approval of the special land use for an automobile wash establishment use on parcel nos. 71‐128‐99‐0005‐702 and 71-128- 99-0006-703 as illustrated…
8 yea
Acharya yea · Eggenberger yea · Okon yea · Singh yea · Watkins yea · Weber yea · Zuber yea · Greene yea
Motion by Zuber, supported by Eggenberger, to recommend approval of the special land use for an automobile wash establishment use on parcel no. 71-050-99-0009-003 as illustrated on the Special Land…
8 yea
Acharya yea · Eggenberger yea · Okon yea · Singh yea · Watkins yea · Weber yea · Zuber yea · Greene yea
Ordinance Officers and discuss details of the subject site regarding outdoor storage and can work together to reach a point of compliance
8 yea
Acharya yea · Eggenberger yea · Okon yea · Singh yea · Watkins yea · Weber yea · Zuber yea · Greene yea
Motion by Zuber, supported by Weber, to move to approve two (2) 30-day seasonal sales permits for Lowe’s at 44080 Ford Road (parcel no. 040-99-0002-705) commencing on April 12, 2022 and ending on…
8 yea
Acharya yea · Eggenberger yea · Okon yea · Singh yea · Watkins yea · Weber yea · Zuber yea · Greene yea
Motion by Zuber, supported by Eggenberger, to move to approve the site plan amendment on parcel no. 71‐129‐99‐0002‐710 to modify the requirements of Section 5.03(A)(1) of the Zoning Ordinance based…
8 yea
Acharya yea · Eggenberger yea · Okon yea · Singh yea · Watkins yea · Weber yea · Zuber yea · Greene yea
Motion by Zuber, supported by Singh, to move to recommend approval of the site plan for Chipotle on parcel no. 71-132-99-0003-701, as provided in the plan documents, subject to the conditions of PDD…
8 yea
Acharya yea · Eggenberger yea · Okon yea · Singh yea · Watkins yea · Weber yea · Zuber yea · Greene yea
Tue Mar 29, 2022 · 08:00

Board of Trustees

Board to vote on new precinct map and polling locations

The Board of Trustees will consider approving a new precinct map and polling locations, reducing the number of precincts from over 40 to 33. The change is intended to cut costs and improve voting efficiency, with an estimated cost of up to $16,000 for mailing voter redistricting cards.

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✓ Decided: Canton Board of Trustees approves new precinct map and polling locations

The Canton Board of Trustees adopted the meeting agenda with the addition of Resolution R-1 and approved new precinct boundaries, polling locations, and associated mailing costs. The Board also unanimously passed a resolution declaring April as Sikh Awareness and Appreciation Month in the township. Additionally, the board held a study session on communications and heard public comment before adjourning.

Tue Mar 22, 2022 · 08:00

Board of Trustees

Board to consider $4.95M Canton Center Road reconstruction contract

The Canton Township Board of Trustees will consider several contracts and budget items, including a major road reconstruction project, software and equipment purchases, and new staff positions. The meeting also includes a study session on water and sewer rates and a closed session for legal discussion.

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✓ Decided: Board approves $4.9M road project amendment and new police positions

The Board approved a significant contract amendment for the Canton Center Road reconstruction and authorized the hiring of one Deputy Chief and three police officers. Other actions included approving various software agreements and designating April as Fair Housing Month.

Wed Mar 16, 2022 · 08:00

Downtown Development Authority

DDA to discuss boulevard landscape design and construction schedule

The Downtown Development Authority is meeting to discuss the boulevard landscape design and the construction schedule, along with existing contracts. The board will also approve minutes from January 19, 2022, and handle routine items such as bill payments and public comments.

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✓ Decided: DDA extends landscaping contract and decides to rebid snow plowing

The board approved extending the landscaping contract with Frank’s Landscaping and decided to rebid the snow plowing contract. Members discussed a new boulevard design concept and agreed to continue normal maintenance of decorative knee walls.

Wed Mar 16, 2022 · 08:00

Leisure Services Advisory Council

Leisure Services Advisory Committee to review Summit evaluation results

The Leisure Services Advisory Committee is meeting to review Summit on the Park evaluation results, including hours of operation and staffing challenges, and to discuss LSAC passes. The agenda also includes upcoming events, committee member insights, public comment, and a walk-through of the Summit. No formal decisions or votes are listed beyond approving minutes and adopting the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Canton Leisure Services Advisory Committee approved January minutes and March agenda, no major decisions

The Canton Leisure Services Advisory Committee met on March 16, 2022, and approved the minutes of its January 19, 2022 meeting and the March 16 agenda, both unanimously. The committee reviewed Summit Evaluation Results, received updates on upcoming capital improvement projects and staffing, and heard suggestions from members. No substantive policy or funding decisions were made; the meeting was primarily informational and procedural.

Thu Mar 10, 2022 · 08:00

Zoning Board of Appeals

Zoning Board of Appeals March 10 meeting canceled

The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for March 10, 2022, at 7:00 p.m. in the Township Board Room has been canceled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

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Tue Mar 8, 2022 · 08:00

Board of Trustees

Board to consider rezoning 6.85 acres on Michigan Ave to commercial

The Canton Township Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing on the 2022 sidewalk repair program and consider a second reading to rezone two parcels on Michigan Avenue from General Industrial to Regional Commercial. They will also vote on several contracts, including paving at Heritage Park and a barn replacement at Preservation Park, plus a consent calendar with items like dump truck purchases and a charitable gaming license resolution.

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✓ Decided: Canton board approves rezoning to C-3 commercial and $1.12M Heritage Park paving contract

The Canton Township Board of Trustees approved a rezoning of two parcels from General Industrial to Regional Commercial, and awarded a $1,124,348.93 contract to Al's Asphalt Paving Co. for paving three parking lots in Heritage Park. The board also adopted a resolution requiring sidewalk replacement in 13 subdivisions and approved a Planned Development District for Greenland & Saj at Cherry Hill and Denton roads. All votes were unanimous among the four members present; three members were absent.

Mon Mar 7, 2022 · 08:00

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider rezoning, site plans, and seasonal sales permits

The Canton Township Planning Commission will hold public hearings and consider several site plans, a rezoning, and seasonal sales permits. Items include a rezoning south of Warren Road, a private road on Denton Road, and expansions for Mans Lumber and Canton Renewables. The commission will also set public hearings for two car wash special land use requests.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission recommends denying rezoning of 31.5-acre parcel from rural residential to single-family

The Canton Planning Commission voted 6-0 to recommend denial of a request to rezone parcel 026-99-0003-000 from RR, Rural Residential to R-1, Single Family Residential. The applicant, Pulte Homes, proposed the rezoning to allow a detached single-family development, but commissioners cited concerns about ecological impact, flooding, and traffic. The commission also recommended approval of a private road site plan for Desai Court, approved a seasonal fireworks sales permit, deferred action on architectural changes to the Quick Pass Car Wash, approved a Mans Lumber site plan amendment with an 8-foot fence condition, and recommended approval of a Dunkin' Donuts drive-through site plan. Several items were referred to staff and public hearings were set for April 4, 2022.

🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion by Weber, supported by Acharya, to recommend denial of the request to rezone parcel no. 026-99-0003-000 from RR, Rural Residential to R-1, Single Family Residential, as proposed at the…
6 yea
Acharya yea · Foster yea · Watkins yea · Weber yea · Zuber yea · Greene yea
Motion by Zuber, supported by Acharya, to move to recommend site plan approval of the private road on parcel no. 121-99-0005-000, subject to final approval by the Fire Department prior to Township…
6 yea
Acharya yea · Foster yea · Watkins yea · Weber yea · Zuber yea · Greene yea
Motion by Zuber, supported by Weber to move to approve one 30-day seasonal sales permit for the Michigan Fireworks Company II, LLC (parcel no. 039-99-0025-001) commencing on June 15, 2022, subject to…
6 yea
Acharya yea · Foster yea · Watkins yea · Weber yea · Zuber yea · Greene yea
Motion by Zuber, supported by Foster to move to defer action on the site plan amendment application for architectural changes to the automobile wash establishment use on parcel no. 71‐129‐99‐0002‐710…
6 yea
Acharya yea · Foster yea · Watkins yea · Weber yea · Zuber yea · Greene yea
Motion by Zuber, supported by Watkins, to move to approve the site plan amendment for Mans Lumber at 47255 Michigan Ave. (parcel 131-99-0008-003), including approval of the proposed fencing and…
6 yea
Acharya yea · Foster yea · Watkins yea · Weber yea · Zuber yea · Greene yea
Motion by Zuber, supported by, Watkins move to recommend approval of the site plan for a fast food drive-thru restaurant on parcel no. 142-99-0020-000, subject to the following conditions: (1)…
6 yea
Acharya yea · Foster yea · Watkins yea · Weber yea · Zuber yea · Greene yea
Tue Mar 1, 2022 · 08:00

Board of Trustees

Joint board reviews final Ford Boulevard landscape design concept

The Canton Township Board of Trustees and the Downtown Development Authority Board are holding a joint study session to review the final landscape design concept for Ford Boulevard, as approved by the Ford Boulevard Subcommittee. The meeting includes public comment and is conducted in person and via video teleconference.

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✓ Decided: Canton Board of Trustees reviews Ford Boulevard landscape design

The Board held a study session to review the Ford Boulevard Subcommittee's final landscape design concept. No substantive policy or budgetary decisions were recorded.

Tue Feb 22, 2022 · 08:00

Board of Trustees

Canton Board to discuss zoning, police, and water infrastructure updates

The Board of Trustees will consider several budget amendments, a zoning rezoning for MCPT Michigan Avenue, LLC, and a new fire inspector position. The meeting also includes discussions on police dispatch renovations and water main improvement projects.

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✓ Decided: Canton Board of Trustees approves $3.3M pension payment and budget amendments

The Board of Trustees approved a $3,299,920 payment to the MERS pension system and authorized various budget amendments for fiscal year 2022. Trustees also approved several infrastructure contracts, a new fire inspector position, and the appointment of a new IT and Innovation Director. Additionally, the Board initiated the rezoning process for two parcels on Michigan Avenue from industrial to commercial use.

Wed Feb 16, 2022 · 08:00

Downtown Development Authority

Canton DDA February meeting cancelled; next set for March 16

The Downtown Development Authority meeting scheduled for February 16, 2022 has been cancelled. The next meeting will be held March 16, 2022 at 8:00 a.m., with the location to be determined. This notice contains no agenda items for discussion or decision.

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Tue Feb 15, 2022 · 08:00

Board of Trustees

Board of Trustees study session on Fire Station No. 4 and police transparency

The Board of Trustees will hold a study session to review updates regarding the proposed Fire Station No. 4 project. The session will also include a summary of the Police Transparency and Guidance Subcommittee's 2021 activities.

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✓ Decided: Canton board adopts agenda, holds study session on fire station data and police subcommittee

The Canton Township Board of Trustees met on February 15, 2022, with all seven members present. The board voted unanimously to adopt the agenda and later voted unanimously to adjourn at 7:31 p.m. A study session covered an update on 2021 statistical data for the proposed Fire Station No. 4 and an update from the Police Transparency and Guidance Subcommittee (PTAG). Public comment was held. The minutes record no substantive decisions beyond adopting the agenda and adjourning.

Thu Feb 10, 2022 · 08:00

Zoning Board of Appeals

Canton Zoning Board of Appeals meeting canceled

The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for February 10, 2022, has been canceled. No items will be discussed or decided.

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Thu Feb 10, 2022 · 08:00

Commission for Arts, Culture and Heritage

Arts commission to review strategic plan, CLS partnership, committee recruitment

The Canton Commission for Arts, Culture and Heritage is meeting to handle routine business and discuss several new items. They will consider a strategic plan committee, a 2022 partnership proposal with CLS, and committee membership and recruitment. The agenda also includes reports from various arts groups and committees, plus public comment.

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✓ Decided: Canton Cultural Commission lacks quorum; no votes taken, only event and art plans discussed

The February 10, 2022 meeting of the Canton Cultural Commission did not have enough members present to hold a quorum, so it was unofficially called to order by Chairperson Macyda at 6:05pm. No agenda adoption, minutes approval, or formal votes were recorded. Members discussed a possible metal art installation in Heritage Park estimated at roughly $20,000, a 2022 partnership proposal listing events such as Women's International Day, Juneteenth, and Diwali, and committee recruitment. The meeting adjourned at 7:22 p.m.; the next meeting is scheduled for Thursday, May 12, 2022 at 6:00 p.m.

Tue Feb 8, 2022 · 08:00

Board of Trustees

Canton Board discusses police equipment, utility rates, and new restaurant developments

The Board of Trustees is reviewing several items including police department budget amendments, utility rate updates, and various commercial land use requests. The agenda also includes discussions on staffing for the fire department and upcoming community event liquor licenses.

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✓ Decided: Canton board approves $805,809 construction management contract for capital plan

The Canton Township Board of Trustees approved a $805,809 contract with The Albert M. Higley Co. for construction management services tied to a four-year capital improvement plan, along with a related budget amendment. The board also adopted water and sewer rates, approved a $75,000 diversity, equity and inclusion initiative with Michigan Roundtable, and approved several purchases and staffing changes. All votes recorded in the minutes carried unanimously, except one item where Clerk Siegrist abstained 6-0-1. The board also held a closed session under the Open Meetings Act to discuss attorney-client privileged information.

Mon Feb 7, 2022 · 08:00

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider grocery store, car wash, and other site plans

The Canton Township Planning Commission will hold public hearings and consider several site plans, including a proposed grocery store and bakery, a rezoning for an automatic car wash, and various site plan amendments. They will also set a public hearing for a rezoning and handle routine business like approving minutes and electing officers.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission recommends approval of grocery store and car wash rezoning

The Commission recommended approval for a new grocery store and bakery PDD and a rezoning request for an automatic car wash. It also approved site plan amendments for a residential driveway and parking lot improvements at the Township Administration Building.

🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Ordinance compliance items noted by staff, including lighting and compactor gates; and (3) prohibiting the left turn onto Denton from the site and directing market traffic to exit via the Cherry Hill…
8 yea
Acharya yea · Eggenberger yea · Foster yea · Singh yea · Watkins yea · Weber yea · Zuber yea · Greene yea
Motion by Zuber, supported by Foster, to move to recommend approval of the request to rezone parcel no. 128-99-0005-702 and parcel no. 128-99-0006-703 from GI, General Industrial to C-3, Regional…
8 yea
Acharya yea · Eggenberger yea · Foster yea · Singh yea · Watkins yea · Weber yea · Zuber yea · Greene yea
Motion by Zuber, supported by Weber, to move to approve the site plan amendment for tax parcel no. 074-03-0000-000, Unit 101 of Cherry Hill Village, to close the driveway access to the alley on the…
8 yea
Acharya yea · Eggenberger yea · Foster yea · Singh yea · Watkins yea · Weber yea · Zuber yea · Greene yea
Motion by Zuber, supported by Singh, to move to approve the site plan for the Canton Township Administration Building Parking Lot Improvements on tax parcel no. 084-99- 0004-702 at 1150 S. Canton…
8 yea
Acharya yea · Eggenberger yea · Foster yea · Singh yea · Watkins yea · Weber yea · Zuber yea · Greene yea
Wed Feb 2, 2022 · 08:00

Historic District Commission

Historic District Commission to review annual report and appointments

The Historic District Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving the agenda and minutes from October 6, 2021, and receiving committee reports. Under old business, they will discuss commissioner re-appointments and a staff liaison replacement. New business includes the Certified Local Government Annual Report. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions or public hearings.

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✓ Decided: Canton Historic District Commission's Feb 2, 2022 meeting cancelled for lack of quorum

The Historic District Commission meeting scheduled for February 2, 2022 was cancelled because a quorum was not present. No meeting minutes exist for publication, so no decisions, votes, or discussion items are recorded. The document is a public notice of the cancellation only.

Tue Jan 25, 2022 · 08:00

Board of Trustees

Board to consider Chipotle, Panda Express, Dunkin' Donuts land use approvals

The Canton Township Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting on January 25, 2022, with a dangerous building show cause hearing and several land use and ordinance items. The board will consider first readings of ordinances on tax exemption for Lincolnshire Apartments and a pumped sanitary sewer district, as well as special land use and planned development district amendments for Chipotle, Panda Express, and Dunkin' Donuts. Other items include approvals for police and fire purchases, a contract renewal, and appointments.

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✓ Decided: Canton Board of Trustees approves multiple development projects and equipment

The Board of Trustees approved several development projects, including amendments to the Wal-Mart Planned Development District for Chipotle and Panda Express, and a special land use for a Dunkin' Donuts. Trustees also authorized the purchase of water meters and chest compression systems, approved various board appointments, and upheld a demolition order for a dangerous building at 1822 N. Sheldon Rd.

Wed Jan 19, 2022 · 08:00

Leisure Services Advisory Council

Leisure Services Advisory Committee to review department needs and proposals

The Leisure Services Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to approve prior minutes, adopt the agenda, and receive a department showcase covering committee overview, member expectations, and department needs, followed by a proposal. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific action items or dollar amounts listed.

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✓ Decided: Canton Leisure Services Advisory Committee adopts new facility feedback program

The committee approved a new initiative to increase member engagement by visiting township facilities and submitting feedback via a forthcoming digital form. Members also received updates on the Preservation Park Barn reconstruction, which is anticipated to begin in late 2022 or spring 2023.

Wed Jan 19, 2022 · 08:00

Downtown Development Authority

DDA to approve streetlight and wall maintenance contracts

The Downtown Development Authority is meeting virtually to handle routine business, including approving minutes, paying bills, and considering two maintenance contracts for streetlights and DDA walls. Public comments are accepted before and during the meeting.

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✓ Decided: DDA approves maintenance contracts for streetlights and decorative walls

The Downtown Development Authority approved purchase orders for streetlight and wall maintenance. The board also accepted the payment of bills and approved the November 2021 meeting minutes.

Tue Jan 18, 2022 · 08:00

Board of Trustees

Board to review 2022 funding for goals and department requests

The Board of Trustees will hold a study session to review the financial impact of Board goals and new departmental funding requests for 2022. This follows earlier discussions on 11/30/21 and 12/7/21, and trustees will learn which items are recommended for funding. The agenda also includes a closed session to discuss pending litigation in two cases: Greene v Choroba and Greene v Canton.

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✓ Decided: Board approves settlement of Greene v. Choroba and Greene v. Canton litigation

The Board of Trustees voted to follow the recommendation of counsel to settle two pending lawsuits. The board also held a study session regarding 2022 funding for board goal recommendations.

Thu Jan 13, 2022 · 08:00

Zoning Board of Appeals

Zoning Board considers fence setback request for Leeann Lane property

The Zoning Board of Appeals will review an application from Annette Kusluski regarding a property at 44112 Leeann Ln. The applicant is seeking permission to install a fence within a required front yard setback on a corner lot.

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Tue Jan 11, 2022 · 08:00

Board of Trustees

Board to decide on special land use permits, budget changes, and police labor agreement

The Canton Township Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting on January 11, 2022, to consider several items, including special land use requests for a banquet center, a business center with a gas station, and a mini storage facility. The board will also vote on a budget amendment and headcount adjustment for the Municipal Services Building Division, a letter of agreement with the police command officers' union, and a premium bonus for essential employees during the pandemic. The meeting will be held in person and via Zoom.

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✓ Decided: Canton board approves special land uses for banquet center, auto service station, mini storage

The Canton Township Board of Trustees approved three special land use requests: a banquet and convention center on Lotz Road, an automobile service station at 42000-42040 Koppernick Road, and a mini-warehouse at 4985 Research Dr. The board also approved several contracts and purchase orders, including $420,000 for engineering services on the 2022 residential road program and $131,740 for pump repairs at Fellows Creek Golf Course and Summit on the Park. A budget amendment added a full-time electrical inspector, and the board amended premium bonuses to include additional part-time employees. All votes recorded were unanimous.

Mon Jan 3, 2022 · 08:00

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider Dunkin' drive-through and Panda Express site plans

The Canton Township Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a special land use request for a Dunkin' restaurant with a drive-through on Haggerty Road. They will also consider a PDD amendment and site plan for a Panda Express restaurant near Michigan Avenue and Belleville Road, and a site plan amendment for Cherry Hill Village driveways. The meeting is open in person and via Zoom.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves new Dunkin' and Panda Express restaurant plans

The Planning Commission recommended approval for a new Dunkin' drive-thru restaurant and a Panda Express restaurant within the existing Walmart PDD. Both projects were approved subject to specific conditions, including traffic safety measures, signage adjustments, and landscaping requirements. Additionally, the commission appointed Doug Weber as Vice Chair.

🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion by Zuber, supported by Eggenberger, to recommend approval of the special land use for a fast food drive-thru restaurant use on parcel no. 142-99-0020-000 as the request meets the Special Land…
7 yea
Weber yea · Foster yea · Watkins yea · Zuber yea · Okon yea · Eggenberger yea · Greene yea
Motion by Zuber, supported by Weber, to move to recommend approval of the PDD Amendment and Site Plan on parcel no. 132-99-0003-701, including modifications to the landscape requirements to allow…
7 yea
Eggenberger yea · Foster yea · Okon yea · Watkins yea · Weber yea · Zuber yea · Greene yea