Canton public meetings in 2022
91 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Trustees
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.
- Consider approval of tentative collective bargaining agreement with TPOAM for term January 1, 2023 – December 31, 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.
- Adopted the meeting agenda unanimously
- Approved tentative TPOAM collective bargaining agreement (2023-2025) unanimously by roll call
- Authorized Township Supervisor to sign the agreement
- Adjourned the meeting unanimously
Board of Trustees
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.
- Second reading of Markham rezoning ordinance (Planning Application #052-RZ-7552, 39609 Lotzford Rd.)
- Purchase order to Spalding DeDecker and Associates for 2023 Residential Road Improvement Program engineering services
- Approval of 2022 budget adjustments
- Upgrade to township firewalls and renewal of CivicPlus website hosting and AudioEye ADA services
- Three-month extension of embedded social worker contract with Hegira Health, Inc.
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.
- Approved $462,500 engineering contract for 2023 road improvements (unanimous)
- Approved creation of Public Safety Operations Manager position, $150k/year (unanimous)
- Approved $332,000 firewall upgrade purchase order (unanimous)
- Approved $71,372 CityView software maintenance fees (unanimous)
- Approved Markham rezoning at 39609 Lotzford Rd (unanimous)
- Approved $486,625 budget amendment for road program (unanimous)
- Approved $13,755 purchase of 3 solar light poles (unanimous)
- Approved $24,537.59 bid for board room A/V equipment (unanimous)
Zoning Board of Appeals
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.
- Application 141-ZBA-7607: McDonald's USA LLC requests variance from Section 6A.06(3) for nonconforming sign at 40241 Michigan Avenue (Parcel ID 71-141-99-0028-701)
- Nomination of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
- Approval of minutes from November 10, 2022 meeting
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.
- Denied variance request for pylon sign at 40241 Michigan Avenue (4-0)
Historic District Commission
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.
- Approved meeting agenda (all present)
- Approved minutes of August 3, 2022 meeting (all present)
- Formed subcommittee to discuss Penney House delisting request
- Scheduled 2023 meeting dates: Feb 1, Apr 5, Jun 7, Aug 2, Oct 4, Dec 6
- Adjourned at 8:06 p.m. (all present)
Board of Trustees
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.
- Discussion of ITI Roadmap
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.
- Approved $36,000 increase to purchase order #1249-2021 for Kodiak Emergency Vehicles, declining trade-in credit for three ambulances (unanimous)
- Appointed Treasurer Slavens as temporary Clerk (unanimous)
- Adopted agenda with addition of item G-1 (unanimous)
Planning Commission
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.
- Zoning ordinance text amendment – Solar Energy
- Zoning ordinance text amendment – Fences, Walls, and Borders
- Discussion of Master Plan
- New application: BJ's Wholesale Club gas station on Ford Road between Morton Taylor and Sheldon Roads
- New application: Haggerty Medical Center on Haggerty Road between Palmer Road and Michigan Avenue
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.
- Approved minutes of November 14, 2022 (voice vote)
- Approved agenda as amended to add 2023 meeting schedule discussion (voice vote)
- Discussed solar energy zoning text amendment; public hearing set for January
- Discussed fence, walls, and borders text amendment; requested sample pictures for next meeting
- Discussed Master Plan update; public engagement to conclude in April or early May
- Discussed canceling January 9, 2023 meeting; staff to provide alternate dates
Board of Trustees
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.
- Capital Improvement Plan update
- Paving update
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.
- Appointed Treasurer Slavens as temporary Clerk (unanimous)
- Adopted the agenda (unanimous)
Board of Trustees
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.
- Adopt FY2023 budget in public hearing
- Approve rezoning for Markham (RR to R-3) and Creekview Landings (Preliminary Planned Development District)
- Authorize $35,000 increase to Spartan Distributors blanket purchase order
- Approve $18,021 for fleet vehicle purchase and $100,000 for fire vehicles
- Approve winter road maintenance contract with Wayne County for 9.28 miles of roads
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.
- Adopted FY 2023 budget with $37.5M General Fund (unanimous)
- Approved 3% wage increase for merit employees and officials (unanimous)
- Approved $1,500/$750 premium bonuses for employees (4-0, 2 abstentions)
- Approved $208,978 contract for Summit RTU replacement (unanimous)
- Approved $20,680 contract for Pheasant Run mini-split systems (unanimous)
- Approved $85,232 for firefighter medical exams (unanimous)
- Introduced Markham rezoning, tabled to Dec 13 (unanimous)
- Approved $5.88M in bills and expenditures (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Leisure Services Advisory Council
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.
- Approval of September 21, 2022 meeting minutes
- Department updates: evaluation results
- Project prioritization tool update
- 2023 meeting dates
- 2023 election of officers
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.
- Approved September 21, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved November 16, 2022 agenda (unanimous)
- Approved 2023 meeting dates (unanimous)
- Elected Chris Falco as chair and Valerie Krimmer as vice-chair (unanimous)
Downtown Development Authority
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.
- Consider adoption of 2023 DDA budget
- Consider approval of proposed 2023 DDA marketing plan
- Consider approval of proposed 2023 meeting schedule
- Approval of minutes from October 19, 2022
- Payment of bills (see attachments)
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.
- Approved 2023 DDA budget as posted (all present)
- Approved 2023 Marketing Plan B for $110,500 (all present)
- Approved 2023 meeting schedule (all present)
- Approved October 2022 meeting minutes (all present)
- Accepted payment of bills (all present)
Board of Trustees
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.
- Overview of License Plate Reader System presented by Police Chief Chad Baugh
- Public comment period
- Meeting offered in person and via video teleconference
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.
- Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting at 7:31 p.m. (unanimous)
Planning Commission
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.
- Public hearing on rezoning 39609 Lotzford Road from R-2 with Corporate Park Overlay to R-2 only
- Consider approval of 2023 Planning Commission meeting schedule
- Zoning ordinance text amendment on solar energy
- Zoning ordinance text amendment on fast food restaurants
- Zoning ordinance text amendment on fences, walls, and borders
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.
- Recommended approval to rezone 39609 Lotzford Road to R-2 Single Family Residential (8-0)
- Approved 2023 meeting schedule (8-0)
- Set public hearing for Solar Energy Systems zoning amendment (8-0)
- Set public hearing for drive-through restaurants zoning amendment (8-0)
- Approved October 3, 2022 minutes (voice vote)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Commission for Arts, Culture and Heritage
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.
- Approve meeting minutes from September 22, 2022
- Set 2023 meeting dates
- Review event flyers and sign up volunteers for upcoming programs
- Discuss sharing, communication, and marketing for events
- Recommendations and ideas for future programming
Zoning Board of Appeals
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.
- Cherry Hill Village HOA requests variances for parking lot access and setbacks at 389-427 Filmore St.
- Cherry Hill Village HOA requests variances for parking lot access and setbacks at 268-318 Filmore St.
- AT&T Mobility requests variance for screening roof-mounted mechanical units at 44505 Ford Rd.
- William E. Wisniewski requests fence setback variances at 43608 Laurelwood Ct.
- Motor City Electric Utilities requests variances for paving, outdoor storage, and fencing at 5390 Belleville Rd.
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.
- Approved variances for Cherry Hill Village HOA parking at 389-427 Filmore St (5-0)
- Approved variances for Cherry Hill Village HOA parking at 268-318 Filmore St (5-0)
- Approved variance for AT&T Mobility to omit roof equipment screening at 44505 Ford Rd (5-0)
- Approved variances for ornamental fence at 43608 Laurelwood Ct (5-0)
- Approved Motor City Electric variance for unpaved infield parking (3-1)
- Approved Motor City Electric variance for modified fencing/screening (4-0)
- Approved Motor City Electric variance for outdoor storage in setbacks (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of Trustees
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.
- Fire Department staffing update
- Recommendations to hire additional Firefighter/Paramedics
- Plan to staff Fire Station No. 4
- Discussion of 2023-2024 hiring needs
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.
- Adopted the meeting agenda (unanimous)
- Adjourned the meeting at 6:58 p.m. (unanimous)
Board of Trustees
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.
- 2023 budget adjustments and final review
- Second reading of Harvest Creek rezoning amendment (RR to R-3)
- Second reading of Youth Tobacco Act 167 amendment
- Approval of $12,326 annual software license for Kiriworks document management system
- Purchase of fleet vehicles with associated 2022 budget amendment
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.
- Approved Preliminary Planned Development District for Creekview Landings (unanimous)
- Approved Special Land Use and Site Plan Amendment for St. Thomas a’Becket Catholic Church (unanimous)
- Approved site plan for Haggerty III Warehousing and Materials Distribution Center (unanimous)
- Approved rezoning of Harvest Creek parcels from Rural Residential to Single Family Residential (unanimous)
- Adopted amendment to Code of Ordinances regarding Youth Tobacco Act 167 of 2022 (unanimous)
- Authorized purchase of three fleet vehicles up to $150,000 and one Ford Explorer for $34,652 (unanimous)
- Approved $131,000 for 2023 season fertilizers and nutrients for Pheasant Run Golf Club and Parks (unanimous)
- Approved promotion of two bargaining unit members to Captain via LOA with CCOA/POLC union (unanimous)
Downtown Development Authority
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.
- Consider Award of Three-Year Contract to Frank’s Landscaping and Supplies for DDA Snow Removal Services
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.
- Approved 3-year lump sum snow removal contract with Frank’s Landscaping and Supplies (All present)
- Accepted payment of bills (All present)
- Approved September 21, 2022 meeting minutes (All present)
- Accepted agenda as presented (All present)
Board of Trustees
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.
- GLWA Contract Update
- Electric Vehicle Study Review
- Consider clerk's request for closure of certain township facilities for November 8th election
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.
- Approved closing township facilities on Election Day (unanimous)
- Authorized Clerk to close offices to the public on day after election (unanimous)
Zoning Board of Appeals
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.
- Variance request by Ronald Denstedt for 6800 Woonsocket St. (Parcel ID 037-03-0037-000) from front yard setback and sight distance requirements
- Review of proposed bylaws
- Approval of minutes from August 25 and September 8, 2022 meetings
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.
- Tabled variance request for 6-foot fence at 6800 Woonsocket St. (3-1)
- Approved August 25, 2022 meeting minutes (All-0)
- Approved September 8, 2022 meeting minutes (All-0)
- Appointed John Badeen as Chairperson for the meeting (3-0, 1 abstain)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of Trustees
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.
- Planned Development District Amendment #3 for Ford Sheldon Newman PDD for BJ's Wholesale Club automobile filling station
- Special land use for Blossom Behavioral Wellness Center
- First reading of zoning amendment for Harvest Creek rezoning
- Contract with Kickers of Canton, LLC for restaurant operations at Canton Sports Center
- Collective bargaining agreement with Canton Township Command Officers Association (2023-2026)
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.
- Approved $328,133.30 contract with AM Higley for ADA improvements (unanimous)
- Approved PDD Amendment No. 3 for BJ’s Wholesale Club filling station (5-1)
- Approved special land use for Blossom Behavioral Wellness Center (unanimous)
- Introduced first reading to rezone Harvest Creek from Rural Residential to Single Family Residential (unanimous)
- Approved $80,228 contract with MCSA Group, Inc. for Fire Station II Park design (unanimous)
- Approved 5-year restaurant operations contract with Kickers of Canton, LLC (unanimous)
- Approved Collective Bargaining Agreement with Command Officers Association through 2026 (unanimous)
- Approved settlement agreement for Gregory Douglas Hunter v. Canton Township (unanimous)
Historic District Commission
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.
- Discussion of Cherry Hill School move with Leisure Service
- Brew Brats and Bands discussion
- Pending Certificate of Appropriateness applications
- HDC Training Review
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.
- Approved agenda
- Approved August 3, 2022 meeting minutes
- Determined Cherry Hill School will not be moved
Planning Commission
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.
- Special land use and site plan for St. Thomas A'Becket Catholic Church (713 Lilley Road) to add accessory building and expand religious use
- Site plan for Haggerty III: two warehouse/distribution buildings on Haggerty Circle
- Site plan for Citizens Bank (41401 Ford Road) for facade and architectural changes
- Site plan amendment for Mans Lumber (47255 & 47303 Michigan Avenue) for addition and lumberyard expansion
- Discussion of amendments to zoning code, fence/wall standards, and Master Plan
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.
- Recommended approval of St. Thomas A’Becket Catholic Church expansion and site plan (8-0)
- Recommended approval of Haggerty III warehousing and distribution center site plan (8-0)
- Approved Citizens Bank site plan at 41401 Ford Road (8-0)
- Approved Mans Lumber site plan amendment to modify curbing, light poles, and fence nonconformity (6-2)
- Approved September 3, 2022 minutes with typographical correction (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Trustees
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.
- Consider awarding contract for building automation controls throughout township facilities (MSD)
- Consider awarding contract for interior renovations at Summit on the Park (MSD)
- Consider amendment to zoning code for Blessing rezoning (MSD)
- Consider first reading of amendment to Chapter 46 regarding Youth Tobacco Act (POLICE)
- Consider concept development for Canton Town Square at Cherry Hill Village (SUPERVISOR)
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.
- Rejected rezoning of parcel 71-026-99-0003-000 from Rural Residential to Single Family Residential (unanimous)
- Approved $814,874.50 contract to AM Higley for interior renovations at the Summit on the Park (unanimous)
- Approved $279,754 purchase of Motorola Dispatch Radio Console Equipment (unanimous)
- Approved $110,000 contract to OHM for Canton Town Square concept development at Cherry Hill Village (unanimous)
- Approved MOU with Plymouth-Canton Community School District for three School Resource Officers (unanimous)
- Approved extension of COVID-19 vaccination incentives for employees through March 31, 2023 (unanimous)
- Approved $35,000 increase for fire uniform purchase order (unanimous)
- Denied FOIA appeal in full (unanimous)
Commission for Arts, Culture and Heritage
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.
- Proposal presentation
- Partnership for the Arts report
- Multicultural Committee report
- Historical Society report
- Resident Art Group reports including MI Philharmonic, PCEP School, and Village Theater
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.
- Approved September 22, 2022 agenda (unanimous)
- Approved May 12, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
Downtown Development Authority
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.
- Approval of minutes from August 17, 2022
- Payment of bills (see attachments)
- Purchase order to LeClerc Display for 2022 holiday decor
- Contract award for 2022 ShopCanton Guide printing, delivery, and mailing services
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.
- Accepted amended agenda (All present)
- Approved August 17, 2022 meeting minutes (All present)
- Approved payment of bills (All present)
- Approved LeClerc Holiday Decor purchase order (All present)
- Approved Compton Press to print 2022 ShopCanton Guide (All present)
Leisure Services Advisory Council
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.
- Approval of July 20, 2022 meeting minutes
- Department updates: evaluation results and park updates
- Discussion of a tree educational seminar
- Strategic prioritization plan overview
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.
- Approved July 20, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved September 21, 2022 agenda (unanimous)
Board of Trustees
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.
- Public hearing and approval of millage rates for December 1, 2022 tax levy
- Consider waiving bidding process and approving repair of emergency vehicle PD2018 (MSD) for $63,223
- Contract amendment with Fishbeck, Inc. for professional engineering services for major road projects ($2022-2023) (MSD)
- Award of contract to Fishbeck for 2023 Water Main Capital Improvement Project (CIP) (MSD)
- Consider special land use for medical office at 6840 N. Haggerty Rd. (MSD)
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.
- Approved payment of bills totaling $6,252,216.65 (unanimous)
- Waived bidding and approved emergency vehicle PD2018 repairs for $12,823.11 with a 10% contingency at Blackwell Ford (unanimous)
- Approved Fishbeck contract increase of $55,540 for 2022/23 major road construction (unanimous)
- Awarded 2023 Water Main Capital Improvement Project contract to Fishbeck for $40,040 (unanimous)
- Approved CDBG housing rehabilitation contracts totaling $85,328 to Optimum Contracting and We Preserve Michigan with permit fee refunds (unanimous)
- Approved special land use for a medical office at 6840 N. Haggerty Rd. (unanimous)
- Approved site plan for Redwood at Marketplace multi-family residential development (unanimous)
- Set December 1, 2022 tax levy millage rates totaling 12.2909 mills (unanimous)
Planning Commission
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.
- Creekview Landings: Preliminary PDD for 449 dwelling units on 224.6 acres near Geddes Rd. and Denton Rd.
- Harvest Creek: Rezoning request for 1205 Ridge Road from Rural Residential to Single Family Residential.
- BJ’s Wholesale Club Gas Station: PDD amendment for an automobile filling station at 43690 Ford Road.
- Blossom Behavioral Wellness Center: Special Land Use for medical, office, and childcare at 39415 and 39453 Ford Rd.
- McDonald’s Restaurant: Site plan to convert a single drive-through to a double drive-through at 40241 Michigan Avenue.
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.
- Recommended preliminary approval of Creekview Landings 449-unit rental development (8-0)
- Recommended rezoning of Harvest Creek parcels from RR to R-3 (8-0)
- Recommended PDD Amendment for BJ's Wholesale Club gas station (8-0)
- Recommended approval of special land uses for Blossom Behavioral Wellness Center (8-0)
- Approved Zahr Plaza site plan amendment subject to column topper removal (8-0)
- Approved The Meadows of Cherry Hill elevation designs (7-1)
- Approved McDonald's site plan for double drive-through (8-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Zoning Board of Appeals
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.
- Variance request for fence in front yard setback at 46418 Briargate
- Variance request for corner lot fence in front yard setback 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.
- Approved variance for 6-foot privacy fence at 46418 Briargate (5-0)
Zoning Board of Appeals
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.
- Canton Renewables, LLC: request to exceed 8-foot wall height limit and use finished concrete at 4345 South Lilley Road
- Pat Perry: request for a building addition within the required rear yard setback at 45550 Muirfield Ct.
- Carole Beck: appeal of a Planning Commission decision for property at 50037 – 50067 Monroe St.
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.
- Approved 16-foot wall height and precast concrete material variances for Canton Renewables (5-0)
- Denied rear yard setback variance for sunroom at 45550 Muirfield Ct. (5-0)
- Denied appeal of Planning Commission decision for driveway at 50037-50067 Monroe St. (4-0)
- Required installation of a stop sign for the Monroe St. driveway as a condition of the appeal denial
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of Trustees
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.
- Accept $15,000 MEDC grant for Master Plan update
- Award $20,000 contract to Crimboli Nursery for street tree planting
- Award $5,000 contract to Frank's Landscaping for tree maintenance
- Award $70,000 and $30,000 contracts to PPM Tree Service for tree removal/pruning
- Approve $31,979 purchase of Ford Explorer for DPW
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.
- Approved site plan for Mister Car Wash on parcel no. 71-050-99-0009-003 (unanimous)
- Approved $3,055,881.94 in bill payments across all funds (unanimous)
- Approved $15,000 MEDC grant for Master Plan project (unanimous)
- Approved street tree planting contract with Crimboli Nursery, Inc. up to $20,000 (unanimous)
- Approved tree maintenance contract with Frank’s Landscaping & Supplies LLC up to $5,000 (unanimous)
- Approved tree removal and pruning contracts with PPM Tree Service & Arbor Care up to $100,000 total (unanimous)
- Approved purchase of one 2022 Ford Explorer for $31,979 (unanimous)
- Created Leisure Services Project & Operations Supervisor position with salary range $73,610–$95,693 (unanimous)
Downtown Development Authority
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.
- Discussion: Holiday Shop Canton Guide
- Discussion: DDA Investments
- Approval of minutes from July 20, 2022
- Payment of bills (see attachments)
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.
- Approved printing the ShopCanton Guide (majority vote)
- Decided to increase Guide size to 24 pages
- Approved non-holiday themed cover design for the Guide
- Approved payment of bills (all present)
- Approved July 20, 2022 meeting minutes (all present)
- Accepted amended agenda (all present)
Board of Trustees
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.
- Postponement of study session to August 23rd
Commission for Arts, Culture and Heritage
The Commission will discuss new business regarding the Diwali Committee. The meeting also includes reports from various arts, multicultural, and historical committees.
- Diwali Committee discussion
- Partnership for the Arts report
- Multicultural Committee report
- Historical Society report
- Resident Art Group reports including MI Philharmonic, PCEP School, and Village Theater
Zoning Board of Appeals
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.
- Cutright variance: fence on property line at 825 Revere St. without neighbor consent (Section 78-129(g))
- Lyons variances: fence in front yard setback, corner lot fence, and clear vision triangle at 1020 Terrell Ct. (Sections 78-129(h), 78-131(4)(b), 2.09(A)(4))
- Public hearing with written comments due by 4 PM on Aug. 11
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.
- Approved variance for 4 ft. black aluminum picket fence on property line at 825 Revere St. (3-0)
- Tabled variance request for fence at 1020 Terrell Ct. (3-0)
Board of Trustees
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.
- Award $530,035 contract to Al's Asphalt for path rehab at Pheasant Run Golf Course and Heritage Park
- Award $63,223 contract to RMD Holdings for cart corral fence replacement at Pheasant Run
- Award $1,768,943 contract to AM Higley for Summit on the Park pool tile renovation
- Site plan for Mini Storage Depot (mini-warehouse) and Zippy Auto Wash
- Accept $9,953 AAA traffic safety grant for an InstaALERT 24 message display board
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.
- Approved $4,369,134.31 in bill payments across all funds
- Approved $530,035 contract with Al’s Asphalt Paving Company for Pheasant Run and Heritage Park
- Approved $63,223 purchase order to RMD Holdings for Pheasant Run fence replacement
- Approved site plan for mini-warehouse at 4985 Research Dr.
- Approved site plan for Zippy Auto Wash at Michigan Ave. and Beck Rd.
- Approved WTUA proposed budget for fiscal year ending September 30, 2023
- Approved $35,319 internet contract with Crown Castle Fiber, LLC
- Appointed Mark Quimby and reappointed Clarence Lee to the Zoning Board of Appeals
Planning Commission
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.
- Special Land Use for medical office at Haggerty Rd. and Warren Rd.
- Site Plan for Michigan Schools and Government Credit Union at 44530 Ford Road
- Site Plan for Redwood at Marketplace multi-family residential project at 3700 Morton Taylor Rd.
- Site Plan for Canton Renewables Upgrade Project at existing landfill gas recovery facility
- Site Plan for Chase Bank expansion at 45345 Ford Road
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.
- Recommended approval of medical office at 6840 N. Haggerty Rd. with parking modified to 61 spaces (8-0)
- Approved site plan amendment for Michigan Schools and Government Credit Union at 44530 Ford Road (8-0)
- Recommended approval of Redwood at Marketplace multi-family residential site plan (8-0)
- Approved site plan amendment for Canton Renewables at 4345 S. Lilley Rd. requiring 16-foot high walls (8-0)
- Approved site plan amendment for Chase Bank at 45345 Ford Road (8-0)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Historic District Commission
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.
- Discussion of Cherry Hill School move meeting with Leisure Service
- Brew Brats and Bands discussion
- Pending Certificate of Appropriateness applications
- Township HDC Website update
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.
- Approved amended agenda (unanimous)
- Approved June 1, 2022 meeting minutes (carried)
- Approved drafting a letter to the Township expressing unanimous disapproval of moving the Cherry Hill School (unanimous)
Board of Trustees
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.
- Approve Greenland & Saj site plan for 19,044 sq ft grocery store/bakery at 49491 Cherry Hill Road
- Authorize $194,260 purchase order to Fishbeck, Inc. for Sheldon Road design (US-12 to Yost)
- First reading of ordinance amending Chapter 74, Article II, Division 3, Section 74-133 (building sewers)
- Waive bidding and purchase five Motorola 800 MHz portable radios for police
- Approve two-year lease agreement with Dancin' Feet at the Summit on the Park
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.
- Approved $4,101,415.82 in bill payments across all funds (unanimous)
- Approved site plan for Greenland & Saj grocery store/bakery at 49491 Cherry Hill Road (unanimous)
- Approved $194,260 contract to Fishbeck, Inc. for 2023 Sheldon Road improvements (unanimous)
- Approved $24,918.25 purchase of five Motorola portable radios, waiving the bidding process (unanimous)
- Approved $13,970 for FARO Technologies 3D Laser Scanner warranty and software (unanimous)
- Approved three position reclassifications recommended by the Merit Commission (unanimous)
- Authorized a two-year lease agreement with Dancin’ Feet at Summit on the Park (unanimous)
- Approved The Senior Alliance Multi-Year Plan for Aging Services 2023-2025 (unanimous)
Planning Commission
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.
- Rezoning request for parcel 026-99-0003-000, south of Warren Road between Ridge and Napier Roads (Blessing Rezoning)
- Site plan amendment for Cherry Hill Village Unit 101, west of Roosevelt Street between Monroe and Filmore Streets, proposing driveway changes
- Site plan for Mister Car Wash at 2100 Haggerty Road, east side between Ford and Cherry Hill Roads, for an automatic car wash
- New applications received: McDonald's site plan amendment at 40241 Michigan Avenue to add a drive-through lane
- New application: Blossom Behavioral Wellness Medical Clinic special land use on Ford Road between Lotz and Hix Roads
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.
- Recommended approval of Mister Car Wash site plan at 2100 Haggerty Road (7-0)
- Re-acted to recommend denial of Blessing rezoning for parcel 026-99-0003-000 (7-0)
- Recommended ZBA consider all new information for Cherry Hill Village Unit 101 site plan (7-0)
- Tabled approval of July 11, 2022 meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Downtown Development Authority
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.
- Discussion of snow plowing contract
- Purchase order to Albaugh Masonry Stone and Tile, INC for DDA wall maintenance
- Purchase order to Frank’s Landscaping and Supplies LLC for mulch application
- Purchase order to Frank’s Landscaping and Supplies LLC for native plant work and a decorative dry river bed
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.
- Approved $71,000 purchase order to Albaugh Masonry Stone and Tile, Inc for wall maintenance (All present)
- Approved $22,500 purchase order to Frank’s Landscaping and Supplies LLC for mulch application (All present)
- Conditionally approved purchase order to Frank’s Landscaping and Supplies LLC for plant relocation and dry riverbed installation (All present)
- Agreed to rebid the sidewalk snow plowing contract
- Approved payment of bills (All present)
- Approved May 18, 2022 meeting minutes (All present)
- Accepted amended agenda (All present)
Leisure Services Advisory Council
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.
- Approval of March 16, 2022 meeting minutes
- Adoption of July 20, 2022 agenda
- Follow-up on Summit Mobile Check-in
- Evaluations of golf and parks
- Preservation Park potential redesign
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.
- Approved March 16, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved July 20, 2022 agenda (unanimous)
Board of Trustees
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.
- 2023 road projects
- Proposed sidewalk gap program
The Board of Trustees met to adopt the meeting agenda and conduct a study session. No substantive votes or policy decisions were recorded.
- Adopted the meeting agenda (unanimous)
Zoning Board of Appeals
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.
- Variance request for 6-foot fence at 42364 Glencove Ct (tabled from June 9)
- Variance request for pool 4 feet from building at 4133 Brookside
- Variance request for 6-foot fence at 2063 Woodmont Dr West
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.
- Approved fence height variance at 42364 Glencove Ct. (4-1)
- Approved hot tub setback variance at 4133 Brookside (5-0)
- Approved fence height variance at 2063 Woodmont Dr. West (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of Trustees
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.
- Award design contract to A3C for admin building office renovations and bulletproof glass, $13,120
- Approve emergency power repairs to admin parking lot, $20,134.18
- Approve emergency replacement of transformer at Heritage Park
- Increase purchase order by $185,403 for 2022 major roads asphalt project
- Approve contract to Spalding DeDecker Associates for sidewalk gap engineering along ITC corridor
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.
- Approved payment of bills totaling $3,524,540.91 across all funds (unanimous)
- Awarded $13,120 design contract for Administration Building renovations and bullet-resistant glazing to A3C (unanimous)
- Approved $250,000 budget adjustment for Administration Renovations capital outlay (unanimous)
- Adopted amendment to Chapter 36 'Equal Rights' after second reading, effective July 21, 2022 (unanimous)
- Approved offers to purchase 10 Wayne County tax-foreclosed parcels for total $62,159.03 (unanimous)
- Increased PO #2022-00001698 for 2022 Major Roads Asphalt Project by $185,403 (unanimous)
- Awarded $52,500 contract to Spalding DeDecker Associates for sidewalk gap work along ITC Corridor (unanimous)
- Approved $74,500 purchase of three Generac standby generators from Wolverine Power Systems (unanimous)
Planning Commission
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.
- Final Site Plan for Anand Village residential development at Denton Road and Geddes Road
- Site Plan for grocery store and bakery at 49491 Cherry Hill Road
- Site Plan for financial institution at 44530 Ford Road
- Site Plan for automatic car wash at 47725 and 47757 Michigan Avenue
- Master Plan project update and public engagement summary
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.
- Recommended approval of Anand Village final site plan: 43 single-family detached condos on 11.51 net acres at parcel 126-99-0008-701, subject to light post relocation, permits, and financial securities (5-0)
- Recommended approval of Greenland & Saj grocery store and bakery site plan at 49491 Cherry Hill Road, including waivers for foundation landscaping and parking (82 on-site, up to 6 on-street), with conditions (5-0)
- Amended Greenland & Saj motion to include a bike rack on the site (5-0)
- Deferred action on MSGCU site plan amendment at 44530 Ford Road pending revised architectural elevations addressing staff and commission comments (5-0)
- Recommended approval of Zippy Auto Wash site plan at 47725 and 47575 Michigan Avenue, subject to six design conditions (5-0)
- Amended Zippy Auto Wash motion to keep colored quoins consistent with existing color rendering (5-0)
- Approved minutes of June 6, 2022 meeting (voice vote, all ayes)
- Accepted agenda as presented (voice vote, all ayes)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Downtown Development Authority
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.
- Consideration of 2022 Purchase Order to Frank’s Landscaping and Supplies LLC for additional mulch application
- Payment of bills
- Approval of May 18, 2022, meeting minutes
Board of Trustees
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.
- Public hearing for approval of 2022 CDBG program year and annual action plan
- Resolution recognizing June 3, 2022 as Gun Violence Awareness Day
- Consider approval of contract extension with ARC Document Solutions for scanning services
- Consider bid award for Summit roof top unit #3 fan motor removal and replacement
- Consider first reading of amendment to Chapter 36 'Equal Rights' in township code
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.
- Approved payment of bills totaling $5,730,273.43 (unanimous)
- Adopted 2022 CDBG Annual Action Plan for submission to HUD (unanimous)
- Recognized June 3, 2022 as Gun Violence Awareness Day (unanimous)
- Approved $30,000 contract extension with ARC Document Solutions for scanning (unanimous)
- Awarded $17,263 bid to Mechanical Systems Services for Summit roof fan motor (unanimous)
- Approved $12,000 Police Policy and Training Advisor Program (unanimous)
- Approved $39,825 contract with Berry Dunn for Leisure Services strategic plan (unanimous)
- Approved check refunds for Lexington Square and Wethersfield special assessments (unanimous)
Zoning Board of Appeals
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.
- Fence variance at 42364 Glencove Ct. (R-5) to exceed 4-foot front yard fence height
- Sign variance at 361 N. Canton Center Rd. (C-2) for ground sign within 100 feet of existing sign
- Resolution to request Planning Commission consider amending fence standards in Chapter 78, Article V
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.
- Approved sign variance at 361 N. Canton Center Rd. allowing 58-ft separation from existing Citizens Bank sign (Ayes: All, Nays: None)
- Passed resolution asking Planning Commission to consider amendments to Chapter 78, Article V fence/wall/border standards (Ayes: All, Nays: None)
- Tabled fence variance appeal for 42364 Glencove Ct. to July 14, 2022 ZBA meeting (Ayes: All, Nays: None)
- Accepted the June 9, 2022 agenda (Ayes: All, Nays: None)
- Approved April 14, 2022 minutes as modified by the Chair (Ayes: All, Nays: None)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of Trustees
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.
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.
- Appointed Treasurer Slavens as President Pro Tempore for this meeting only (carried by all members present)
- Adopted the agenda (unanimous)
- Held study session on the Master Plan with a presentation by McKenna and informal discussion (no vote recorded)
- Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)
Planning Commission
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.
- Site Plan Amendment 074-SFP-7079 for Cherry Hill Village Unit 101, west side of Roosevelt Street between Monroe and Filmore Streets, proposing driveway changes (reconsideration of Feb. 7, 2022 approval)
- Initiate Master Plan update per Michigan Planning Enabling Act, P.A. 33 of 2008
- Master Plan update report on public engagement, advisory board, and grant funding
- New applications received (for reference only): Haggerty III industrial buildings, Mister Car Wash, Zippy Auto Wash, Dash Mart, AT&T Mobility collocation
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.
- Approved minutes of May 2, 2022 (voice vote)
- Approved agenda as presented (voice vote)
- Tabled recommendation on Cherry Hill Village Unit 101 site plan amendment to next meeting (6-3)
- Initiated process to prepare new Master Plan and authorized staff to mail statutory notices (voice vote)
- Adjourned meeting at 9:01 P.M. (voice vote)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Historic District Commission
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.
- Update of Old House Survey
- Staff Liaison replacement
- Pending Certificate of Appropriateness applications
Board of Trustees
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.
- Update on organizational assessment recommendations
- Ridge Road Park plan
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.
- Adopted the meeting agenda (unanimous)
Board of Trustees
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.
- Resolution to make Board the adopting body for Master Plan and create Master Plan Advisory Board
- Professional services agreement with McKenna Associates for Master Plan consulting, not to exceed $94,500
- Purchase of 20-ton tilt-top trailer from Trail Boss Trailers for $34,650
- Purchase of 2023 Vactor sewer cleaning truck for $507,027, with budget amendment
- Creation of Fund 260 – Indigent Defense Fund
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.
- Approved $4,947,841.71 contract for Canton Center Road reconstruction (unanimous)
- Directed Planning Commission to update Master Plan and established an Advisory Board (unanimous)
- Approved $94,500 consulting agreement with McKenna Associates for Master Plan (unanimous)
- Approved $507,027 purchase of a 2023 Vactor sewer cleaning truck (unanimous)
- Committed $8.8M in fund balances for priorities including Cherry Hill Redevelopment and sidewalk gaps (unanimous)
- Authorized counsel to negotiate settlement in FP Development v. Canton (unanimous)
- Approved $400,000 budget for the creation of Fund 260 – Indigent Defense Fund (unanimous)
- Approved purchase of 16 Taser X26P units for $24,988.52 (unanimous)
Leisure Services Advisory Council
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.
Downtown Development Authority
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.
- Consideration of 2022 Purchase Order to Frank’s Landscaping and Supplies LLC 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.
- Accepted meeting agenda (all present)
- Approved April 20, 2022 meeting minutes (all present)
- Accepted payment of bills (all present)
- Approved purchase order to Frank's Landscaping & Supplies LLC for irrigation maintenance and repairs (all present)
Board of Trustees
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.
Commission for Arts, Culture and Heritage
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.
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.
- Approved May 12, 2022 agenda (unanimous)
- Approved meeting minutes from Nov 18, 2021 and Feb 10, 2022 (unanimous)
- Approved recommended changes to the Strategic Plan (unanimous)
Zoning Board of Appeals
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.
Board of Trustees
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.
- Appeals hearing for Tarlochan Gill's denied peddling license
- Acceptance of an $8,728.90 Justice Assistance Grant for Tasers
- Request to purchase 20 body armor vests from On Duty Gear, LLC
- Awarding of a general contractor bid for Public Safety Building renovations
- Approval of furniture purchases for the Public Safety Dispatch Center
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.
- Denied Tarlochan Gill's appeal of a soliciting license denial, upholding the Clerk's denial (unanimous)
- Approved $4,915,000 general contractor bid to Axiom Construction Services Group for dispatch expansion and interior renovations (unanimous)
- Approved $75,900 addendum bid to Axiom Construction Services Group for CIP projects (unanimous)
- Approved auxiliary expenses up to $761,750 for the construction project (unanimous)
- Approved $127,246 furniture purchase from Watson Consoles via Thomas Shelby & Company for dispatch center (unanimous)
- Approved $192,469.58 furniture purchase from Kentwood Office Furniture for interior renovation (unanimous)
- Awarded $63,200 Discover Brochure contract to Grand Blanc Printing (unanimous)
- Held second reading of tax exemption repeal and replacement for Lincolnshire Apartments (unanimous)
Planning Commission
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.
- TNT Fireworks seasonal sales permit at 45001 Ford Road (Meijer parking lot)
- Mini Storage Depot site plan at 4985 and 4981 Research Drive
- BJ's Wholesale Club PDD amendment for automobile filling station north of Ford Road
- AT&T wireless telecommunications equipment at 42180 Ford Rd.
- Michigan Schools and Government Credit Union drive-through with exterior modifications at 44530 Ford Rd.
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.
- Adopted Planning Commission Bylaws (7-0)
- Approved 30-day seasonal sales permit for TNT Fireworks (7-0)
- Authorized staff to approve annual seasonal sales permit renewals (7-0)
- Recommended approval for Mini Storage Depot site plan (7-0)
- Referred BJ’s Wholesale Club PDD amendment to staff (Voice vote)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Board of Trustees
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.
- Consider two contracts for the 2022 Water Main Capital Improvement Project (Bidigare Contractors, Inc. and Fishbeck) and a budget amendment
- Consider site plan for Chipotle fast food restaurant
- Consider special land use for Mister Car Wash and Zippy Auto Wash
- Consider purchase of three Braun rescue ambulances and one Sutphen fire engine with 2023 fire budget adjustments
- Consider first reading of ordinance to repeal and replace tax exemption for Lincolnshire Apartments
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.
- Approved $2,626,932 contract to Bidigare Contractors, Inc. and $83,250 to Fishbeck for water main improvements
- Approved site plan for a Chipotle fast food restaurant with a drive-through at 45541 Michigan Ave.
- Approved special land use for Mister Car Wash on Haggerty Road
- Approved special land use for Zippy Auto Wash at Michigan Ave. and Beck Rd.
- Approved purchase of three Braun rescue ambulances for $855,318 from Kodiak Emergency Vehicles
- Approved purchase of one Sutphen fire engine for $725,451 from Apollo Fire Equipment
- Approved reappointments of Katherine Martin and David Curtis to the Historic District Commission
- Approved conceptual design contract not to exceed $159,700 to Partners in Architecture for Factory Park, Ridge Road Park, and Fire Station #2 Park
Downtown Development Authority
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.
- Consider Three-Year Extension of The DDA Landscape Maintenance Contract For Frank’s Landscaping & Supplies LLC
- Payment of Bills – see attachments
- Discussion: Distribution of MDOT Flyers for April 26 Meeting
- DDA Coordinator’s Report
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.
- Approved March 16, 2022 meeting minutes (all present in favor)
- Accepted payment of bills (all present in favor)
- Extended Frank's Landscaping & Supplies LLC landscape maintenance contract 3 years at $123,000 per year through 2025 (all present in favor)
Zoning Board of Appeals
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.
- Fence variance at 759 Cherry Stone Dr. (corner lot front yard setback)
- Height variance to 60 ft for equipment at 4345 South Lilley Road (Canton Renewables, LLC)
- Appeal of Planning Commission decision (074-SFP-7079) for 50037-500067 Monroe St.
- Election of Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary
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.
- Approved variance for 4-foot decorative fence at 759 Cherry Stone Dr. (All-0)
- Approved 15-foot height variance for thermal recuperative oxidizer at 4345 South Lilley Road (All-0)
- Remanded Planning Commission decision 074-SFP-7079 regarding Roosevelt St. ingress/egress for reconsideration (All-0)
- Elected Vicki Welty as Chair, John Badeen as Vice Chairperson, and Clarence Lee as Secretary (All-0)
- Approved January 13, 2022 meeting minutes with a correction to reflect a resolution request for the Planning Commission (All-0)
Board of Trustees
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.
- Consider remand of zoning amendment for Blessing rezoning to Planning Commission
- Approve contract amendment with Great Lakes Contracting Solutions for 2022 residential roads project
- Consider waiving banner sign permit fees for businesses near Canton Center Road reconstruction
- Consider site plan approvals for private road (Desai Court) and Dunkin’ Donuts drive-thru
- Approve water and sewer rates for 2022 fiscal year
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.
- Approved $1,680,000 contract amendment with Great Lakes Contracting Solutions for 2022 Residential Roads Project, plus $168,000 contingency (total $1,848,000) (unanimous)
- Approved 2022 water and sewer rates effective May 1, 2022 (4-1, Siegrist against)
- Approved resolution demanding Highland Park's GLWA debt not be charged to member communities and requesting state intervention (unanimous)
- Approved resolution recognizing 70th anniversary of Plymouth-Canton AAUW branch (unanimous)
- Remanded Blessing rezoning amendment on parcel 71-026-99-0003-000 to Planning Commission for additional findings of fact (unanimous)
- Approved site plan for Desai Court private road at 4286 Denton Road (unanimous)
- Approved site plan for Dunkin' Donuts drive-thru on Haggerty Rd between Michigan Ave and Old Michigan Avenue (unanimous)
- Approved Microsoft Government Cloud/Office 365 migration: $33,770 to Avalon Technologies, $152,208.60 to Dell Computers, and three-year Enterprise Agreement (unanimous)
Historic District Commission
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.
- Certificate of Appropriateness for Barnett Roofing at Henry Ford Dormitory
- Commissioner reappointments (Scott, Dave, Joan)
- Staff Liaison replacement discussion
- Approval of minutes from October 6, 2021
- Committee reports from Historical Society, Building and Grounds, Education, Development, Legal
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.
- Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for Henry Ford Dormitory roof replacement (Unanimous)
- Approved meeting agenda
- Approved October 6, 2021 meeting minutes
Board of Trustees
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.
- Update on Embedded Social Worker Program (7 months in)
- Discussion of possible next steps for the program
- Presenters: Chad Baugh (Police Services), Jaime White (Hegira Health), Renee Glass (Canton PD Liaison)
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.
- Adopted the agenda (unanimous)
- Appointed Treasurer Slavens as President Pro Tem for this meeting only (all members present)
- Held a study session on Embedded Social Worker, Police Clinician Programming – Next Steps (no action recorded)
- Adjourned the meeting at 7:36 p.m. (unanimous)
Planning Commission
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.
- Special Land Use for Zippy Car Wash (47725 Michigan Ave.) and Mister Car Wash (2100 Haggerty Rd.)
- Seasonal Sales Permit for Home Depot (45900 Michigan Ave.) and Lowe’s (44080 Ford Rd.)
- Site Plan Amendment for Quick Pass Car Wash (45420 Michigan Ave.)
- Site Plan for Chipotle (45555 Michigan Ave.) with proposed drive-through
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.
- Recommended approval of Zippy Car Wash special land use (8-0)
- Recommended approval of Mister Car Wash special land use (8-0)
- Approved two 30-day seasonal sales permits for Home Depot (8-0)
- Approved two 30-day seasonal sales permits for Lowe's (8-0)
- Approved site plan amendment for Quick Pass Car Wash landscaping (8-0)
- Recommended approval of Chipotle site plan (8-0)
- Tabled discussion of Planning Commission Bylaws (8-0)
- Referred Stardust Builders LLC seasonal permit to staff (8-0)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Board of Trustees
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.
- Approve new precinct boundaries and polling locations
- Reduce precincts from over 40 to 33
- Estimated $16,000 cost for printing and mailing voter cards
- $9,000 for postage from account 101-262.851
- $6,296.39 for printing services from Printing Systems Inc.
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.
- Adopted agenda with addition of R-1 (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution declaring April as Sikh Awareness and Appreciation Month (unanimous)
- Approved new precinct boundaries, polling locations, and mailing costs (unanimous)
- Authorized Clerk to make minor corrections to precinct maps as needed
- Adjourned meeting at 7:59 p.m. (unanimous)
Board of Trustees
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.
- Contract amendment with Great Lakes Contracting Solutions for Canton Center Road (Ford to Warren) full reconstruction, total $4,947,841.71
- Purchase order to Bell Equipment for Envirosight Rovver X HD sewer camera, $100,333.40
- Annual maintenance for Cityworks asset management software, $46,200
- Creation of two full-time park laborer positions and addition of one deputy chief and three police officer positions
- Acceptance of $15,000 in Masco Corporation sponsorships for youth programs
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.
- Approved $4,947,841.71 total contract for Canton Center Road project (unanimous)
- Approved $450,000 contract for Fishbeck LLC engineering services (unanimous)
- Approved creation of one Deputy Chief and three police officer positions (unanimous)
- Approved creation of two full-time Park Laborer positions (unanimous)
- Approved $75,000 first-year agreement for ResourceX budgeting software (unanimous)
- Approved $100,333.40 for Envirosight Rovver X HD Sewer Camera (unanimous)
- Approved $36,000 grant writing contract with David Kirksey Associates, Inc. (unanimous)
- Declared April 2022 as Fair Housing Month (unanimous)
Downtown Development Authority
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.
- Discussion: Boulevard Landscape Design
- Discussion: Boulevard Construction Schedule and Existing Contracts
- Approval of Minutes: January 19, 2022
- Payment of Bills
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.
- Approved payment of bills (All present)
- Extended landscaping contract with Frank’s Landscaping (Collective agreement)
- Decided to rebid snow plowing contract (Collective agreement)
- Decided to continue normal maintenance and repair of decorative knee walls (Collective agreement)
Leisure Services Advisory Council
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.
- Review of Summit evaluation results on hours of operation and staffing challenges
- Discussion of LSAC passes to committee
- Upcoming events
- Summit walk-through
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.
- Approved January 19, 2022 meeting minutes as presented (unanimous)
- Approved March 16, 2022 agenda as presented (unanimous)
- Adjourned the meeting around 9:00 p.m. (motion carried)
Zoning Board of Appeals
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.
- Meeting canceled
Board of Trustees
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.
- Rezoning of 47725 and 47575 Michigan Ave from GI to C-3 for a proposed car wash
- Public hearing for 2022 sidewalk repair program in Zone Seven subdivisions
- Contract award to Al's Asphalt Paving for three parking lots in Heritage Park
- Inter-governmental agreement with Wayne County for barn replacement at Preservation Park
- Purchase of two dump trucks for Water and Sewer Department with budget amendment
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.
- Approved rezoning of parcels 71-128-99-0005-702 and 71-128-99-0006-703 from GI to C-3 Regional Commercial (unanimous)
- Awarded $1,124,348.93 contract to Al's Asphalt Paving Co. for Heritage Park parking lot paving, including 5% contingency (unanimous)
- Awarded $121,500 contract extension to Wade Trim Associates for engineering services on Heritage Park paving (unanimous)
- Adopted resolution requiring sidewalk replacement in Cherry Knoll Estates #1 and #2, Cobblestone Ridge #1-#4, Embassy Square, Fellows Creek, Grand Oaks, Meadowbrook #1 and #2, Savannah Pointe, and miscellaneous locations (unanimous)
- Approved Greenland & Saj Planned Development District at 49491 Cherry Hill Road with conditions including no left turn onto Denton (unanimous)
- Approved purchase of two dump trucks for Water and Sewer Department totaling $309,062 from Wolverine Freightliner-Eastside Inc and Truck & Trailer Specialties Inc (unanimous)
- Approved merit reclassifications: Facilities Specialist to Recreation Specialist and Communication Specialist to Senior Marketing and Communication Administrator (unanimous)
- Approved payment of bills totaling $2,896,537.72 across all funds (unanimous)
Planning Commission
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.
- Rezoning for parcel 026-99-0003-000 south of Warren Road between Ridge and Napier Roads
- Site plan for private road at 4286 Denton Road (Desai Court)
- Seasonal fireworks sales permit for Michigan Fireworks Company at 44918 Ford Road
- Site plan amendment for Mans Lumber expansion at 47255 and 47303 Michigan Avenue
- Dunkin' Donuts commercial site plan with drive-through on Haggerty Road
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.
- Recommended denial of rezoning 026-99-0003-000 from RR to R-1 (6-0)
- Recommended approval of private road site plan for Desai Court, parcel 121-99-0005-000, subject to Fire Department approval (6-0)
- Approved one 30-day seasonal sales permit for Michigan Fireworks Company II, LLC, parcel 039-99-0025-001, starting June 15, 2022 (6-0)
- Deferred action on Quick Pass Car Wash site plan amendment for architectural changes, parcel 129-99-0002-710 (6-0)
- Approved Mans Lumber site plan amendment, parcel 131-99-0008-003, with conditions including an 8-foot opaque fence (6-0)
- Recommended approval of Dunkin' Donuts drive-through site plan, parcel 142-99-0020-000, with conditions (6-0)
- Referred Item #7 (Canton Renewables and other staff referrals) to Staff (voice vote, all ayes)
- Set public hearings for April 4, 2022 for Mister Car Wash and Zippy Car Wash special land use requests (voice vote, all ayes)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Board of Trustees
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.
- Review of Ford Boulevard Subcommittee final landscape design concept
- Joint meeting of Board of Trustees and DDA Board
- Public comment period
- Meeting offered via Zoom video teleconference
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.
- Appointed Treasurer Slavens as temporary secretary for the meeting
- Adopted the meeting agenda
Board of Trustees
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.
- First reading of zoning amendment for MCPT Michigan Avenue, LLC
- Increase of $14,500 to Fishbeck for 2021 Water Main Capital Improvement Project
- Purchase of 27,400 feet of Type K copper tubing and fittings from Core and Main
- Approval of a new Fire Inspector position and associated budget amendment
- Authorization of 2022 SMART specialized services operating assistance program agreement
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.
- Approved $3.3M payment to MERS pension system
- Approved $271,363 contract for copper tubing and fittings
- Approved $26,238.47 contract for water main repair clamps
- Approved 2022 budget amendments for carryover purchase orders
- Appointed Victor Ibegbu as IT and Innovation Director
- Approved new Fire Inspector position
- Authorized Clerk to engage special records counsel
- Tabled rezoning of Michigan Avenue parcels until March 8
Downtown Development Authority
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.
- February 16, 2022 DDA meeting cancelled
- Next meeting scheduled for March 16, 2022 at 8:00 a.m., location TBD
Board of Trustees
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.
- Update on 2021 statistical data for proposed Fire Station No. 4
- Police Transparency and Guidance Subcommittee (PTAG) 2021 summary
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.
- Adopted the agenda (unanimous)
- Adjourned the meeting at 7:31 p.m. (unanimous)
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for February 10, 2022, has been canceled. No items will be discussed or decided.
Commission for Arts, Culture and Heritage
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.
- Strategic Plan committee discussion
- CLS 2022 Partnership Proposal
- Committee Membership and Recruitment
- Reports from Partnership for the Arts, Multicultural Committee, Historical Society
- Updates from MI Philharmonic, PCEP School, Village Theater
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.
- No quorum present; meeting unofficially called to order, no formal actions taken
- No adoption of agenda recorded
- No approval of minutes recorded
- Discussed (not approved) metal art in Heritage Park spelling 'Canton', cost roughly $20,000, sponsorship about $3,500 per letter
- Discussed (not approved) 2022 partnership events including Women's International Day March 12, Juneteenth June 18 during Liberty Fest, Pride OUTside, National Night Out, Diwali
- Discussed (not approved) recruiting 2 people with an arts background and a recommitment form
- Discussed (not approved) removing the Quarter Report in favor of a roundtable during Public Comment
- Next meeting scheduled for Thursday, May 12, 2022 at 6:00 p.m.
Board of Trustees
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.
- Second reading of ordinance to establish a pumped sanitary sewer district
- Approval of police vehicle purchases and budget amendments
- Purchase of eleven Stryker chest compression systems for $239,986.22
- Special land use approval for Dunkin’ Donuts on Haggerty Rd
- Approval of water meter equipment purchase not to exceed $473,338.50
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.
- Approved $805,809 contract with The Albert M. Higley Co. for construction management (unanimous)
- Adopted water and sewer rates and charges resolution (unanimous)
- Approved $75,000 for diversity, equity and inclusion initiative with Michigan Roundtable (unanimous)
- Approved $37,000 animal sheltering agreement with Michigan Humane Society for 2022 (unanimous)
- Approved seven police vehicles for $256,593 from Signature Ford (unanimous)
- Approved one-year Memo of Understanding with Growth Works for Youth Diversion Program and $25,000 budget amendment (6-0-1, Clerk Siegrist abstained)
- Approved creation of two full-time Tech IV positions in Facilities Department (unanimous)
- Approved extension of contract with Rotondo Construction for 2022 sidewalk repair program (unanimous)
Planning Commission
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.
- Public hearing: Minor PDD for grocery store and bakery at 49491 Cherry Hill Road
- Public hearing: Rezoning for automatic car wash at 47725 and 47575 Michigan Ave
- Site plan amendment for Cherry Hill Village Unit 101 driveways
- Site plan for parking lot improvements at Canton Township Administration Building
- Site plan for Dunkin' Donuts with drive-through
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.
- Recommended approval of Greenland & Saj grocery store PDD (8-0)
- Recommended rezoning of 47725 and 47575 Michigan Ave from GI to C-3 for a car wash (8-0)
- Approved site plan amendment to move driveway to Roosevelt St for Cherry Hill Village Unit 101 (8-0)
- Approved parking lot improvements at 1150 S. Canton Center Rd (8-0)
- Referred site plans for Desai Court, Quick Pass Car Wash, Dunkin' Donuts, and Wayne Lawn & Garden to staff
- Set public hearing for Blessing Rezoning for March 7, 2022
- Accepted 2021 Annual Report
- Re-elected Greene as Chair, Weber as Vice Chair, and Zuber as Secretary
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Historic District Commission
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.
- Commissioner re-appointments (Scott, Katherine, JoAnn)
- Staff Liaison replacement
- Certified Local Government Annual Report
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.
Board of Trustees
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.
- Dangerous building show cause hearing at 1822 N. Sheldon
- First reading of ordinance amendment for tax exemption for Lincolnshire Apartments
- Chipotle Planned Development District Amendment (Amendment #3 of Wal-Mart PDD)
- Special land use for Dunkin' Donuts fast food drive-thru restaurant
- Purchase of eleven chest compression systems from Stryker (Fire)
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.
- Ordered demolition of 1822 N. Sheldon Rd (unanimous)
- Approved Chipotle PDD amendment (unanimous)
- Approved Dunkin' Donuts special land use (unanimous)
- Approved Panda Express PDD amendment and site plan (unanimous)
- Authorized $473,338.50 purchase of water meters (unanimous)
- Approved $239,986.22 purchase of chest compression systems (unanimous)
- Approved $30,000 contract renewal for police legal services (unanimous)
- Appointed new members to CDBG Advisory Council and Zoning Board of Appeals (unanimous)
Leisure Services Advisory Council
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.
- Approval of November 17, 2021 meeting minutes
- Adoption of January 19, 2022 agenda
- Department showcase: LSAC overview, member expectations, and department needs
- Proposal discussion under department showcase
- Upcoming events under new business
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.
- Approved November 17, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved January 19, 2022 meeting agenda (unanimous)
Downtown Development Authority
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.
- Consider approval of 2022 purchase order to Great Lakes Power & Lighting Inc. for streetlight maintenance and repair
- Consider approval of purchase order to Albaugh Masonry Stone and Tile, Inc. for maintenance and repair of DDA walls
- Approval of minutes from November 17, 2021
- Payment of bills (see attachments)
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.
- Approved $55,000 PO to Great Lakes Power & Lighting Inc for streetlight maintenance (All present)
- Approved $30,000 PO to Albaugh Masonry Stone and Tile Inc for wall maintenance and repair (All present)
- Approved payment of bills (All present)
- Approved November 17, 2021 meeting minutes (All present)
- Accepted meeting agenda (All present)
Board of Trustees
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.
- Closed session to discuss pending litigation (Greene v Choroba and Greene v Canton)
- Review of Board goal recommendations to fund in 2022
- Financial projections for new departmental funding requests
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.
- Approved settlement of Greene v. Choroba and Greene v. Canton Township litigation (unanimous)
Zoning Board of Appeals
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.
- Fence setback appeal for 44112 Leeann Ln. (Parcel ID 71-037-02 0117-000)
- Appeal of Zoning Ordinance Section 78-129(h) regarding location
- Appeal of Zoning Ordinance Section 78-131(4)(b) regarding corner lot front yard setbacks
Board of Trustees
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.
- Special land use for Canton Banquet and Convention Center
- Special land use for Canton Business Center (automobile service station)
- Special land use for Mini Storage Depot (mini-warehouse)
- Budget amendment and headcount adjustment for Municipal Services Building Division
- Letter of agreement with Canton Command Officers Association Police Officers Labor Council
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.
- Approved special land use for Canton Banquet and Convention Center on Lotz Road (unanimous)
- Approved special land use for Canton Business Center automobile service station at 42000-42040 Koppernick Road, with conditions (unanimous)
- Approved special land use for Mini Storage Depot mini-warehouse at 4985 Research Dr. (unanimous)
- Approved $420,000 contract with Spalding DeDecker Associates for 2022 residential road engineering, including $20,000 contingency (unanimous)
- Approved $131,740 purchase order to Northern Pump & Well for pump repairs at Fellows Creek Golf Course and Summit on the Park (unanimous)
- Approved $40,000 purchase order to Mannik Smith Group for electric vehicle infrastructure planning, with $28,648 state grant and $11,352 fund balance (unanimous)
- Approved $19,800 contract with Allied Building Services for LED lighting upgrades at Fire Station #1 (unanimous)
- Approved budget amendment and added full-time electrical inspector to Municipal Services Division (unanimous)
Planning Commission
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.
- Special land use for Dunkin' fast food restaurant with drive-through, parcel 142-99-0020-000, east side of Haggerty Road between Michigan and Old Michigan Avenues
- PDD amendment and site plan for Panda Express, parcel 132-99-0003-701, south of Michigan Avenue west of Belleville Road
- Site plan amendment for Cherry Hill Village, parcel 074-03-0000-000, west side of Roosevelt Street between Monroe and Filmore Streets, proposed driveway changes
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.
- Recommended approval of Dunkin' special land use (7-0)
- Recommended approval of Panda Express PDD amendment and site plan (7-0)
- Appointed Doug Weber as Vice Chair
- Referred Cherry Hill Village site plan amendment to staff