Livonia public meetings in 2023

City Council

The Livonia City Council is meeting to consider a consent agenda with 19 items, including contracts, appointments, and property sales, plus unfinished and new business. Key decisions include purchasing Motorola radio equipment for the police, approving a collective bargaining agreement with the Livonia Command Officers Association, and setting elected officials' salaries for 2024-2025.

• Purchase Motorola Solutions communication equipment via MiDEAL contract for police radios
• Approve Livonia Command Officers Association collective bargaining agreement (Dec 1, 2023 – Nov 30, 2026)
• Sell city-owned CDBG housing at 20120 Deering for $168,000 to Lateefa Scott
• Approve intergovernmental agreement with Wayne County for Inkster Road improvements, city share $108,174
• Set date for special assessments on unpaid 2022 and 2023 sidewalk program charges

The Livonia City Council approved a series of resolutions, including a $2.31 million purchase of Motorola communication equipment for police, a $345,525 tree removal contract, and a $168,000 home sale. It also approved a consent judgment amendment allowing multi-family housing at Seven Mile and Victor Parkway, and a ski/snowboard training facility waiver. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $2,314,578.63 Motorola radio equipment purchase (unanimous)
• Approved $345,525 (FY2024) and $347,925 (FY2025) tree removal contract with Burman's Tree Services (unanimous)
• Approved sale of 20120 Deering property to Lateefa Scott for $168,000 (unanimous)
• Approved consent judgment amendment for multi-family housing at Seven Mile & Victor Parkway (unanimous)
• Approved waiver use for Shredder Livonia ski/snowboard facility at 32543 Schoolcraft Rd (unanimous)
• Approved $80,806.19 UPS purchase and installation for City Hall (unanimous)
• Approved $68,834.37 pressure reducing valve purchase from Jett Pump & Valve (unanimous)
• Approved $108,174 for Inkster Road improvement intergovernmental agreement (unanimous)

City Council

The Livonia City Council Finance and Budget Committee is meeting to discuss the subject matter of the city's agreement with various Livonia School Districts regarding tax collections. This is a discussion item, not a final decision, and will be reported at the regular City Council meeting on January 17, 2024.

• Discussion of agreement with Livonia School Districts on tax collections (CR 297-23)

The Finance and Budget Committee met to discuss the agreement regarding tax collection fees assessed to Livonia School Districts. The committee recommended that the Law Department prepare a resolution requesting a report and recommendation from the Administration on a revised fee after reaching a tentative agreement with the school districts. The item will remain in committee and be placed on the January 17, 2024 Regular Meeting Agenda.

• Recommended Law Department prepare resolution for administration report on school tax collection fees (Item remained in committee)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Livonia Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public meeting to consider four appeal cases. One case (Cabinet Works) has been temporarily withdrawn and will not be heard. The remaining cases involve requests for sign variances and a fence permit. Public comments can be submitted in writing.

• Appeal 2023-10-28 (Cabinet Works, 20000 Victor Parkway) withdrawn
• Appeal 2023-10-29 (Haidous Brothers, 17200 Middlebelt Road): drive-thru menu board, directional, and wall signs
• Appeal 2023-11-30 (Bujar Ramolli, 18917 Yorkshire Drive): existing 5-foot iron picket fence without permit
• Appeal 2023-11-31 (Bethel Baptist Temple, 29475 Six Mile Road): ground sign with electric reader board

The Board approved a sign variance for a Dairy Queen at 17200 Middlebelt Road, allowing for excess signage as presented. Two other cases were tabled: a request to maintain a five-foot fence at 18917 Yorkshire Drive, and a request for an electronic message board at 29475 Six Mile Road. The Board requested additional documentation and revised plans for the tabled items.

• Approved sign variance for 17200 Middlebelt Road (5-0)
• Tabled fence variance for 18917 Yorkshire Drive (5-0)
• Tabled sign variance for 29475 Six Mile Road (5-0)
• Approved minutes from November 14, 2023

City Council

This meeting of the Livonia City Council Finance and Budget Committee, originally scheduled for December 5, 2023, has been canceled and will be rescheduled. The only agenda item was a discussion of the city's agreement with Livonia School Districts regarding tax collections.

• Meeting canceled and rescheduled
• Agenda item: agreement with Livonia School Districts on tax collections (CR 297-23)

City Council

The Livonia City Council is holding its regular meeting with a consent agenda covering equipment purchases, a police union contract, and several waivers of bidding. The council will also consider unfinished business including zoning petitions, a park renaming, and an aquatic center renaming, plus new business such as a settlement and a housing sale.

• Police union (POAM) collective bargaining agreement for Dec 1, 2023 – Nov 30, 2026
• Rezoning of 37739 Seven Mile Road from N2 to C-1 (Matick Construction)
• Rezoning of 18100 Merriman Road and 30600 Brookview Drive from P-L to N2 (Basilica of St. Mary)
• Renaming park site AA to John T. Dufour Park and natatorium to Ronald R. Reinke Aquatic Center
• Sale of CDBG-acquired home at 35546 Orangelawn to Amy Spicer for $245,500

The City Council approved a Class C liquor license for the Livonia Athletic District and denied a request to develop a self-storage facility on Vassar Avenue. Council members also authorized several equipment purchases for the Police and Public Works departments, approved the 2024 meeting schedule, and finalized costs for the 2022 and 2023 sidewalk programs. Additionally, the Council authorized the sale of a city-owned property on Orange-Lawn.

• Approved Class C liquor license for Livonia Athletic District (5-2)
• Denied Planned General Development at 29200 Vassar Avenue (4-3)
• Approved 2024 City Council meeting schedule (7-0)
• Authorized $74,250 for fire station ceiling improvements (7-0)
• Authorized $107,839 for police weapons and equipment (7-0)
• Approved 2023-2026 police collective bargaining agreement (7-0)
• Approved $245,500 sale of city-owned property at 35546 Orange-Lawn (7-0)
• Approved rezoning for Basilica of St. Mary properties (6-1)

City Council

The Livonia City Council will review and vote on several key items including a fourth amendment for multi-family housing on Seven Mile Road, a waiver for a snowboard training facility on Schoolcraft Road, and contracts for election equipment, police radios, and data center UPS systems. The meeting also includes decisions on housing sales, sidewalk repairs, stormwater agreements, and appointments to the Zoning Board of Appeals.

• Fourth Amendment to Consent Judgment for multi-family residences at Seven Mile Road and Victor Parkway
• Waiver approval for ski and snowboard training facility (Shredder Livonia) at 32543 Schoolcraft Road
• Award of $168,000 contract to sell city-owned property at 20120 Deering to Lateefa Scott
• Purchase of Motorola Solutions communication equipment for Livonia Police Department via MiDEAL contract
• Approval of collective bargaining agreement with Livonia Command Officers Association (2023-2026)

The Livonia City Council held a study meeting on December 4, 2023, where members offered approving motions for all 20 items on the consent agenda, including contracts, agreements, appointments, and a property sale. No formal votes were taken during the study meeting; the items are expected to be approved at the regular meeting on December 13, 2023. The council also discussed the Local Officers Compensation Commission salary determinations, which will carry forward to the next agenda.

• Directed approval of fourth amendment to consent judgment for Seven Mile Road and Victor Parkway multi-family development
• Directed approval of waiver use petition for ski/snowboard training facility at 32543 Schoolcraft Road
• Directed approval of Dominion Voting Systems maintenance contract (4 years, from Nov 1, 2023)
• Directed approval of Motorola Solutions radio equipment purchase via MiDEAL contract
• Directed approval of Livonia Command Officers Association collective bargaining agreement (Dec 1, 2023 – Nov 30, 2026)
• Directed approval of sale of city-owned housing at 20120 Deering to Lateefa Scott for $168,000
• Directed approval of 2024 sidewalk repair program (355 scattered locations plus 176 target areas)
• Directed approval of appointment of Lynda L. Scheel and Marc Rotondo to Zoning Board of Appeals

City Council

The Livonia City Council Committee of the Whole is holding a public meeting to discuss Petition 2022-12-01-02, submitted by the Basilica of St. Mary, which requests rezoning parts of properties at 18100 Merriman Road and 30600 Brookview Drive from P-L (Public Lands) to N2 (Neighborhood). This is a discussion item; the council will report on it at the regular meeting on December 4, 2023. No final decision is being made at this meeting.

• Rezoning request for 18100 Merriman Road and 30600 Brookview Drive from P-L to N2
• Petition 2022-12-01-02 by the Basilica of St. Mary
• Properties located east of Merriman Road between Mayville Drive and Seven Mile Road
• Reported at the Regular Meeting of December 4, 2023

The Committee of the Whole discussed a petition by the Basilica of St. Mary to rezone parts of properties at 18100 Merriman Road and 30600 Brookview Drive from P-L to N2. No final decision was made; the committee directed the Law Department to prepare both approving and denying resolutions for the December 4 regular meeting.

• Directed Law Department to prepare approving and denying resolutions for St. Mary rezoning petition
• Scheduled rezoning item for December 4, 2023 regular meeting agenda

City Council

The Livonia City Council Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss three items: the vacant and abandoned fee schedule, city user fees, and a petition from Leo Soave Building Company. These are discussion items, not final decisions, and will be reported at the December 4 regular meeting.

• Vacant and abandoned fee schedule (CR 130-23)
• City user fees (CR 221-23)
• Petition 2023-07-08-06 by Leo Soave Building Company, L.L.C. (CR 288-23)

The Committee of the Whole requested reports on vacant building fees and city-wide user fee approval processes. Additionally, the committee recommended approval for a revised 10-lot residential site plan submitted by Leo Soave Building Company, LLC. All items are scheduled for the December 4, 2023, regular meeting agenda.

• Requested report on vacant building fees and comparables
• Requested report on all city user fees and approval requirements
• Recommended approval for 10-lot residential site plan (Petition 2023-07-08-06)

City Council

The Livonia City Council is holding a Committee of the Whole meeting to discuss two petitions: one from Stark Road Holdings L.L.C. (Petition 2022-06-02-14) and another from Gerald Todd Clark on behalf of ServiceMaster (Petition 2023-06-02-06). No formal action is expected; the discussion will be reported at the regular meeting on December 4, 2023.

• Petition 2022-06-02-14 by Stark Road Holdings L.L.C. (CR 320-23)
• Petition 2023-06-02-06 by Gerald Todd Clark for ServiceMaster (CR 305-23)

The Committee of the Whole reviewed two petitions: a Class C liquor license for Stark Road Holdings and a ServiceMaster storage/development plan on Vassar Street. For each item, the Committee recommended that the Law Department prepare both an approving resolution and a denying resolution. No final decision was made; both items will be placed on the Regular Meeting Agenda for December 4, 2023.

• Recommended Law Dept prepare approving and denying resolutions for Stark Road Holdings liquor license
• Recommended Law Dept prepare approving and denying resolutions for ServiceMaster Vassar Street petition
• Both items scheduled for Regular Meeting Agenda on December 4, 2023

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Livonia Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on three appeal cases. These include requests for an additional accessory building, a privacy fence on a corner lot, and a chain-link fence in a front yard setback. The board will decide whether to grant variances from zoning rules.

• Appeal 2023-09-22: Steven Ray, 31041 Six Mile Road, seeks 30'x50' accessory building (tabled from Oct 10)
• Appeal 2023-09-26: Ali and Summer Koussan, 16611 Laurel Park Drive, seeks 6-foot privacy fence on corner lot
• Appeal 2023-10-27: Aristeo Construction, 12822 Stark Road, seeks 6-foot chain-link fence in front yard setback
• Fence at 12822 Stark Road extends ~95 feet beyond front building line and includes polyethylene fabric

The Board approved a variance for an accessory building at 31040 Six Mile and a partial fence variance for Aristeo Construction. A request for a privacy fence at 16611 Laurel Park Drive was tabled pending further documentation.

• Approved accessory building variance for Stephen Ray (5-0)
• Tabled privacy fence variance for Ali and Summer Koussan (4-1)
• Approved 95-foot fence extension for Aristeo Construction conditioned on Public Safety approval (5-0)
• Denied sight-obscuring material for Aristeo Construction west of north and south gates (5-0)
• Required double permit fee for Aristeo Construction (5-0)
• Approved October 10, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved 2024 meeting schedule

City Council

The Livonia City Council is holding a study meeting to discuss and potentially approve several bids and purchases, including a new police union contract, police weapons, and maintenance equipment. The agenda is mostly routine procurement and contract approvals, with no major policy decisions.

• Award of bid for ceiling acoustic grid & tile replacement at three fire stations
• Purchase and trade-in of Sig Sauer weapons with optics and lights for police
• Waive bidding to buy TruNarc chemical analyzer for narcotics testing
• Approve Livonia Police Officers Association (POAM) collective bargaining agreement for Dec 1, 2023 – Nov 30, 2026
• Purchase of mowers, skid steer, and utility vehicles for Public Works

The Livonia City Council held a study meeting on November 13, 2023, and directed approval of all 11 items on the consent agenda, including bids for fire station ceiling replacements, police weapon purchases, a collective bargaining agreement, and equipment purchases. No votes were recorded; the council gave direction to approve the consent agenda as presented.

• Approved bid for ceiling acoustic grid/tile replacement at three fire stations (consent agenda)
• Approved purchase and trade-in of Sig Sauer weapons with optics and lights (consent agenda)
• Approved waiver of formal bidding for TruNarc chemical analyzer (consent agenda)
• Approved POAM collective bargaining agreement for Dec 1, 2023–Nov 30, 2026 (consent agenda)
• Approved agreement with Tyler Technologies for ExecuTime time/attendance system (consent agenda)
• Approved vendors for equipment maintenance for city fleet (consent agenda)
• Approved purchase of Toro mower, Cub Cadet mower, Toro skid steer, John Deere equipment (consent agenda)
• Approved 2024 City Council meeting schedule (consent agenda)

City Council

The Livonia City Council will hold its 1981st regular meeting to decide on several contracts, budget adjustments, and ordinance amendments. Items include awarding a five-year audit contract, approving wage increases for part-time recreation employees, and authorizing playground equipment purchases for Mies Park. The council will also consider renaming two parks and extending an ERP software agreement.

• Award a five-year financial statement audit contract (budgeted funds)
• Approve wage increases and new classifications for part-time Parks and Recreation employees
• Purchase and install playground equipment for Mies Park renovation (budgeted funds)
• Rename Jack E. Kirksey Recreation Center natatorium to Ronald R. Reinke Aquatic Center
• Approve 2024 road repair program for second year of ten-year paving millage

The Livonia City Council approved the 2024 Road Repair Program, the second year of the ten-year road paving millage, and authorized a $2.5 million budget reallocation with $1.25 million to retiree healthcare and $1.25 million to building improvements. The council also approved a five-home site condominium development on Parkdale Avenue, accepted a five-year software maintenance agreement with Tyler Technologies, and approved several road-related contracts and amendments. A proposed agreement with Canton Township for recreation center day passes failed on a 3-3 vote.

• Approved 2024 Road Repair Program (6-0)
• Authorized $2.5M budget reallocation: $1.25M to VEBA, $1.25M to Building Improvement Fund (6-0)
• Approved Baci's Estates site condominium, 5 homes on Parkdale Ave (5-1, Bahr nay)
• Approved 5-year Tyler Technologies software maintenance agreement, initial $131,417.34 (6-0)
• Approved $199,602.55 for Mies Park playground equipment (6-0)
• Approved $129,000 OHM Advisors engineering contract for 2024 Asphalt Road Program (6-0)
• Approved $193,500 Anderson, Eckstein & Westrick contract for 2024 Concrete Road Program (6-0)
• Denied Canton Township recreation center day pass agreement (3-3, failed)

City Council

The Livonia City Council will hold a public hearing on a petition to rezone a property at 37739 Seven Mile Road from N2 (Neighborhood) to C-1 (Local Business). The hearing is part of the regular meeting on November 8, 2023, at Livonia City Hall Auditorium.

• Public hearing on rezoning petition 2023-09-01-05 for 37739 Seven Mile Road from N2 to C-1 zoning

The Livonia City Council held a public hearing regarding a petition from Matick Construction L.L.C. to rezone 37739 Seven Mile Road from N2 Neighborhood to C-1 Local Business for a proposed general professional office building. No final vote was taken, as the item was moved to the December 4, 2023 regular meeting. The public hearing was officially closed at 7:11 p.m.

• Moved Petition 2023-09-01-05 (rezoning 37739 Seven Mile Road) to the Regular Meeting of December 4, 2023
• Closed the public hearing at 7:11 p.m.

City Council

The Livonia City Council is holding a closed Committee of the Whole meeting to discuss pending litigation and attorney-client privileged communications related to the case Middlebelt Plymouth Venture, LLC v City of Livonia (U.S. District Court Case No. 2:22-cv-12734). The meeting is authorized by a two-thirds roll call vote under the Open Meetings Act. Minutes will not be available for public inspection and may only be released by court order.

• Closed session to discuss pending litigation: Middlebelt Plymouth Venture, LLC v City of Livonia (Case No. 2:22-cv-12734)
• Two-thirds roll call vote required per Open Meetings Act Section 7(1)
• Minutes withheld from public inspection, available only by court order

City Council

The Council will review the 2024 road repair program and several engineering contract amendments. Other items include a site plan for five new homes on Parkdale Avenue and a proposed ordinance to limit city mailings before elections.

• Site plan for Baci’s Estates: five single-family homes at 36143, 36155 and 36167 Parkdale Avenue
• Approval of the 2024 Road Repair Program
• Contract amendments for 2024 asphalt and concrete road programs
• Proposed ordinance limiting city mailings prior to election day
• Five-year software extension with Tyler Technologies (New World)

The City Council held a study meeting and directed several items to the regular agenda, including the Soave Homes site plan for Baci's Estates, a five-home development on Parkdale Avenue, and a Tyler Technologies contract extension. No final votes were taken; all items received direction for consent or regular agenda placement.

• Directed Soave Homes site plan to regular agenda
• Directed Tyler Technologies contract extension to regular agenda
• Directed Canton agreement amendment to regular agenda
• Directed park renaming ordinance to first read on regular agenda
• Directed financial audit contract to consent agenda
• Directed wage adjustments for Parks and Recreation to consent agenda
• Directed budget adjustments to consent agenda
• Directed playground equipment purchase to consent agenda

City Council

The Livonia City Council will hold its regular meeting to review financial reports, approve routine purchases, and consider several infrastructure and easement agreements. Items include sidewalk waivers for newly built homes, vehicle replacements for police and inspection departments, and stormwater maintenance agreements for new developments.

• Waive sidewalk requirement for home at 11401 Hubbell St (Razvan T. Ghiorghiu)
• Purchase one 2023 Dodge Charger for Police Department (budgeted funds)
• Award bid for camera equipment for Cable Department (Community Resources and Communications)
• Approve conservation easement along Bell Branch of Rouge River in Blue Grass Park
• Extend contract with ERG Environmental Services for Household Hazardous Waste Drop-off (four-year extension) from Municipal Refuse Fund

The Livonia City Council unanimously approved 13 resolutions, including a $500,000 splash pad renovation at the Jack E. Kirksey Recreation Center, a $138,393 camera equipment purchase, and a $134,164 vehicle purchase. The council also granted two sidewalk waivers, approved a $100,000 golf course master plan contract, and authorized a closed session for pending litigation.

• Approved $500,000 splash pad renovation at Jack E. Kirksey Recreation Center (unanimous)
• Approved $138,393 camera equipment purchase from Filmtools Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved $134,164 purchase of four Ford Escapes and upfitting (unanimous)
• Approved $100,000 golf course master plan contract with Hills-Forrest-Smith (unanimous)
• Approved $100,000 wayfinding signage contract with Johnson Sign Company (unanimous)
• Approved sidewalk waiver at 11401 Hubbell St. (unanimous)
• Approved sidewalk waiver at 19619 Angling Road (unanimous)
• Authorized closed session for litigation in Middlebelt Plymouth Venture, LLC v City of Livonia (unanimous)

City Council

The Livonia City Council is holding a study meeting to discuss and potentially approve several administrative and operational items, including sidewalk requirement waivers for two new homes, vehicle purchases, bid awards for camera equipment and park projects, and a contract extension for hazardous waste services. No major policy decisions or public hearings are on the agenda; most items involve routine approvals from budgeted funds.

• Waive sidewalk requirement for new home at 11401 Hubbell St.
• Waive sidewalk requirement for new home at 19619 Angling Road
• Purchase one 2023 Dodge Charger for police (state bid pricing)
• Award bid for camera equipment for Cable Department
• Approve conservation easement along Bell Branch of Rouge River in Blue Grass Park

The Livonia City Council held a study meeting on October 16, 2023, and directed approval for all 11 items on the agenda, most of which were placed on the Consent agenda for the Regular Meeting. These items include waiving sidewalk requirements for two homes, purchasing police and inspection vehicles, awarding bids for camera equipment, golf course master plan design, wayfinding signage, a conservation easement agreement, splash pad features, a hazardous waste contract extension, and a storm water maintenance agreement. No final votes were taken; the council's directions set the stage for formal approval at the next regular meeting.

• Directed approval of sidewalk waiver for 11401 Hubbell St. (Consent)
• Directed approval of sidewalk waiver for 19619 Angling Road (Consent)
• Directed approval to purchase one 2023 Dodge Charger for police (Consent)
• Directed approval to award bid for camera equipment for Cable Department (Consent)
• Directed approval to purchase four Ford Escapes for Inspection Department (Consent)
• Directed approval to award bid for Golf Course Master Plan design (Consent)
• Directed approval to award bid for wayfinding signage in parks (Consent)
• Directed approval of conservation easement agreement with Ashley Capital (Consent)

City Council

The Livonia City Council will review and potentially decide on several zoning and licensing matters, including a Planning Commission appeal for a liquor license at the Livonia Athletic District and a waiver petition to demolish a Burger King for an automated car wash on Plymouth Road. The council will also consider a noise ordinance waiver for a private party, approve bids for fire department equipment, and discuss a proposed budget for the 2024 fiscal year.

• Waiver petition to demolish Burger King at 34835 Plymouth Road for Clean Express Auto Wash
• Appeal of liquor license denial for Livonia Athletic District at 14255 Stark Road
• Noise ordinance waiver for live band party at 32974 Grenada Street on October 21
• Award of bids for five commercial washer extractors and 24 garage door openers for Livonia Fire & Rescue
• Proposed 2024 city budget and property tax millage (heard October 4)

The Livonia City Council adopted the FY 2023-24 budget and established the tax levy, including a general levy of 3.9709 mills and additional millages for police, fire, library, and other services. The council also approved an $8 million intergovernmental agreement with Wayne County for the new Senior Wellness Center, and approved a waiver use for a car wash at 34835 Plymouth Road. Several other resolutions were passed, including purchases for fire stations and a commercial rehabilitation exemption for Ducati Detroit.

• Adopted FY 2023-24 budget with $71.5M general fund expenditures (unanimous)
• Established tax levy of 3.9709 mills plus additional millages for police, fire, library, and other services (unanimous)
• Approved $8M intergovernmental agreement with Wayne County for Senior Wellness Center (unanimous)
• Approved waiver use for automated car wash at 34835 Plymouth Road with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 5 washer/extractors for fire stations up to $47,350 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 24 garage door openers for fire stations up to $34,800 (unanimous)
• Approved 10-year commercial rehabilitation exemption for Ducati Detroit at 19265 Victor Parkway (unanimous)
• Established early voting site at Livonia Housing Commission, 10800 Farmington Rd. (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Livonia Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on four appeal cases. Each case involves a property owner or developer seeking relief from zoning rules on accessory structures, setbacks, or site requirements. The board will decide whether to grant variances or other relief.

• Appeal 2023-09-22: Steven Ray, 31041 Six Mile Rd., seeks extra accessory building (30'x50') exceeding limits
• Appeal 2023-09-23: Phil Kupras, 16023 Merriman Rd., requests two rear additions with deficient rear setback
• Appeal 2023-09-24: Souad Massoud, 37437 Lancaster St., accessory building in side/corner setback; slab/rat wall placed without permits
• Appeal 2023-09-25: Dover Development for Ron Emling, 34430/34434/34437 Rosati, industrial building with deficient front setback, landscaping, loading docks; lots 8-10 to combine, cross-access agreement needed

The Livonia Zoning Board of Appeals granted a variance to Dover Development on behalf of Ron Emling for an industrial building at 34430, 34434, and 34437 Rosati, with conditions including combining lots and a cross-parking agreement. The board also tabled two residential variance requests: one for an accessory building at 31040 Six Mile and another for a shed at 37437 Lancaster. A variance for two additions at 16023 Merriman was granted.

• Granted industrial variance for 34430/34434/34437 Rosati (6-0) with conditions: combine Lots 8, 9, 10; cross-parking agreement; build as presented; permit within one year
• Tabled accessory building variance for Stephen Ray at 31040 Six Mile (4-0) to rework proposal
• Tabled shed variance for Souad Massoud at 37437 Lancaster (5-1) to rework proposal
• Granted rear yard setback variance for Phil Kupras at 16023 Merriman (6-0) to build as presented
• Approved minutes of September 26, 2023 meeting

City Council

The Livonia City Council’s Committee of the Whole will meet to review the subject matter of a new Senior Citizen Center, as outlined in Council Resolution 268-23. The meeting will be held at Livonia City Hall and includes attendance from key city officials.

• Review of new Senior Citizen Center plans (CR 268-23)

City Council

The Livonia City Council is holding a public hearing on the proposed budget for the fiscal year ending November 30, 2024, and the property tax millage proposed to support it. This is the only substantive item on the agenda, followed by audience communication. The regular meeting will take place on October 16, 2023.

• Public hearing on proposed FY 2024 budget (CR 281-23)
• Property tax millage proposed to support the budget

The City Council held a public hearing on the proposed FY2024 budget and property tax millage. No public comments were made. The budget was described as balanced with the lowest tax rates in Wayne County, and final adoption is scheduled for the October 16 regular meeting.

• Public hearing held on proposed FY2024 budget and tax millage
• No public comments received
• Final budget adoption scheduled for October 16, 2023

City Council

The Livonia City Council will consider several waiver petitions, including a liquor license for The Axe Parlor, a car wash replacing a Burger King, a drive-thru coffee shop, and a self-storage conversion. They will also vote on a rezoning request from the Basilica of St. Mary, a business license appeal, and a contract for transit software.

• Appeal of denied scavenger license by James M. Kennedy Jr.
• Commercial rehab exemption for Ducati Detroit at 19265 Victor Parkway
• Waiver for Class C liquor license at The Axe Parlor, 30959 Five Mile Road
• Waiver to convert office building to self-storage at 29200 Vassar Avenue
• Rezone of Basilica of St. Mary properties at 18100 Merriman Road and 30600 Brookview Drive

The Livonia City Council approved a three-year contract with Via Mobility, LLC for transit software, licenses, implementation, training, and maintenance, not to exceed $250,820, with annual payments from budgeted funds and a $50,000 grant offset from Consumers Energy. The council also approved the sale of a city-owned property at 27545 Long St. to Kristy Sims for $130,000, and approved a scavenger/scrap collector license for James M. Kennedy Jr. after rejecting the police department's denial. Additionally, the council approved a commercial rehabilitation exemption for Ducati Detroit at 19265 Victor Parkway for ten years, and approved a Class C liquor license waiver for The Axe Parlor at 30959 Five Mile Road, subject to conditions.

• Approved Via Mobility transit software contract up to $250,820 over 3 years (unanimous)
• Approved sale of 27545 Long St. to Kristy Sims for $130,000 (unanimous)
• Approved scavenger/scrap collector license for James M. Kennedy Jr. (5-2)
• Approved 10-year commercial rehabilitation exemption for Ducati Detroit at 19265 Victor Parkway (unanimous)
• Approved Class C liquor license waiver for The Axe Parlor at 30959 Five Mile Road (6-1)
• Waived 1,000-foot separation requirement for The Axe Parlor (6-1)
• Referred school district tax collection agreement to Finance and Budget Committee (unanimous)
• Referred ServiceMaster planned development at 29200 Vassar Ave to Committee of the Whole (unanimous)

City Council

The Livonia City Council is holding a study meeting to discuss several new business items, including a request to waive the noise ordinance for a private party, a block party permit, and two fire department equipment purchases. The council will also consider continuing a software contract for the Parks and Recreation Department. These are discussion items, with decisions to be made at a future meeting.

• Noise ordinance waiver request for a live band party at 32974 Grenada Street on Oct. 21, 6-11 p.m.
• Block party request for Oct. 31, 4-10 p.m. on Mallory Drive between Six Mile and Newburgh Roads.
• Bid award for five commercial washer extractors for Fire & Rescue.
• Bid award for 24 commercial garage door openers for five fire stations.
• Request to continue statement of work for CivicRec software for Parks and Recreation.

The Livonia City Council held a study meeting and directed approval of several items for future agendas, including a noise ordinance waiver for a private party, a block party, two fire department equipment purchases, and continued use of CivicRec software. No final votes were taken; these were directional approvals for consent or regular agendas.

• Directed approval of noise ordinance waiver for Oct. 21 party at 32974 Grenada St. (consent)
• Directed approval of block party on Oct. 31 on Mallory Drive (regular)
• Directed approval of bid for 5 commercial washer extractors for Fire & Rescue (consent)
• Directed approval of bid for 24 commercial garage door openers at 5 fire stations (consent)
• Directed approval of continued use of CivicRec software (consent)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Livonia Zoning Board of Appeals meets to decide five appeals filed by residents and developers regarding fence heights, garage construction, and setback violations. Each case was previously tabled and now returns for a final ruling.

• Appeal 2023-06-11: 6-ft vinyl privacy fence on corner lot at 33493 Bobrich St
• Appeal 2023-07-15: detached garage addition at 38524 Ann Arbor Trl
• Appeal 2023-08-16: 8-ft iron picket and chain link fences at 28200 Plymouth Rd
• Appeal 2023-08-20: detached accessory building at 34108 Schoolcraft Rd
• Appeal 2023-08-21: single-family dwelling with setback issues at 16147 Henry Ruff

City Council

The Finance and Budget Committee is meeting to discuss the annual budget for the fiscal year ending November 30, 2024. A public hearing on the budget is scheduled for October 4, 2023. This is a procedural step to set the budget review process in motion.

• Public hearing on FY 2024 budget scheduled for October 4, 2023 at 7:00 p.m.
• Committee meeting held at Livonia City Hall, 33000 Civic Center Drive
• Budget communication from Director of Finance dated August 31, 2023

City Council

The Livonia City Council will review five items at this study meeting, including a denied business license appeal, two waiver petitions for new businesses (a tasting room and an automated car wash), a three-year software contract for Livonia Transit, and authorization to sell four city-owned properties acquired through the Community Block Grant Program.

• Appeal of denied Scavenger License for James M. Kennedy, Jr.
• Waiver petition for On-Premise Tasting Room at 30959 Five Mile Road (The Axe Parlor)
• Waiver petition to demolish Burger King and build Clean Express Auto Wash at 34835 Plymouth Road
• Award of $X three-year Livonia Transit software contract (budgeted funds)
• Authorization to sell properties at 35546 Orangelawn, 20120 Deering, 27545 Long, and 19731 Middlebelt

The Livonia City Council held a study meeting and directed several items to the consent or regular agenda for the October 2 meeting. Council directed approval of a scavenger license appeal denial, a waiver for an axe-throwing venue's liquor license, and a car wash project with conditions, all to the regular agenda. It also directed approval of a transit software contract and the sale of four city-owned properties to the consent agenda. No final votes were taken.

• Denied scavenger license appeal directed to regular agenda (motion by Bahr, requested by McIntyre)
• Approved waiver for Axe Parlor tasting room liquor license at 30959 Five Mile Road, directed to regular agenda (motion by McIntyre)
• Approved waiver for Clean Express Auto Wash at 34835 Plymouth Road, directed to regular agenda with substitute motion adding left-turn prohibitions on Plymouth and Wayne Roads (motion by Donovic)
• Approved Livonia Transit software contract for three years, directed to consent agenda (motion by Toy)
• Approved sale of four city-owned properties (35546 Orangelawn, 20120 Deering, 27545 Long, vacant lot at 19731 Middlebelt), directed to consent agenda (motion by McIntyre)

City Council

The Livonia City Council will consider several items, including an ordinance authorizing up to $6.5 million in water and wastewater revenue bonds, multiple zoning and development proposals, and various contract and settlement approvals. The agenda also includes routine items like block party permits and an audit report.

• Ordinance to issue $6.5M Water Supply and Wastewater System Revenue Bonds, Series 2023
• Rezoning request for 20180 Westmore Street from N2 to RUF
• Waiver petition for conversion of office building at 29200 Vassar Avenue into self-storage and retail
• Waiver petition for 11 residential units at 35755 and 35841 Plymouth Road
• Contract extension with Havener Tech for catch basin and storm sewer repairs, up to $50,000 annually

The Livonia City Council approved Ordinance No. 3197 authorizing up to $6.5 million in water supply and wastewater system revenue bonds for system improvements. The council also denied a proposed self-storage development at 29200 Vassar Avenue after a tie vote, then approved a separate residential development on Plymouth Road. Several contracts and expenditures were approved, including a $92,089.62 pavilion at Bicentennial Park.

• Approved Ordinance No. 3197 authorizing $6.5M water/wastewater revenue bonds (unanimous)
• Denied Petition 2023-06-02-06 for self-storage at 29200 Vassar Ave (tie vote, motion failed)
• Approved Petition 2023-06-02-09 for 11-unit residential development at 35755/35841 Plymouth Rd (unanimous)
• Approved $92,089.62 contract for Bicentennial Park pavilion (5-1)
• Approved $19,033 change order for Carl Sandburg Library roof (unanimous)
• Approved $71,275.50 additional expenditure for Denmar Drain project (unanimous)
• Authorized settlement of 7 claims up to $40,000 (unanimous)
• Authorized settlement of EEOC claim up to $45,000 (unanimous)

City Council

The Livonia City Council holds a public hearing on three items: a commercial rehabilitation tax exemption for Ducati Detroit, a rezoning request from the Basilica of St. Mary, and an appeal of a denied drive-thru coffee shop and ice cream conversion. The council will hear public comment and then decide on these matters.

• Commercial Rehabilitation Exemption Certificate for Ducati Detroit at 19625 Victor Parkway
• Rezone of Basilica of St. Mary properties at 18100 Merriman Road and 30600 Brookview Drive from P-L to N2
• Appeal of denial for Scooter's Coffee drive-thru and Lickity Split ice cream shop at 19100 Farmington Road

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Livonia Zoning Board of Appeals will hear five appeals from residents asking to keep or build additions and garages that do not fully meet current setback or size rules. Each case involves a different property and specific zoning violations such as excess accessory building area, deficient rear yard setbacks, or unpermitted fences.

• Appeal 2023-06-13: Schneider home addition with attached garage at 39240 Ann Arbor Trail
• Appeal 2023-07-14: Borg home attached garage at 18221 Laurel Drive; one detached garage (20' x 22') to be removed
• Appeal 2023-07-17: Gatuz home rear addition at 14513 Riverside causing deficient rear yard and side yard setbacks
• Appeal 2023-08-18: Puninske unpermitted six-foot wood privacy fence at 17124 Rougeway
• Appeal 2023-8-19: Isaacs attached garage addition at 37579 Sherwood Court; existing shed to be maintained

The Livonia Zoning Board of Appeals approved all five variance requests on the September 12, 2023 agenda, including two garage expansions, a home addition for elder care, a fence replacement, and another garage addition. The board also approved the August 1 minutes and re-elected its officers for the coming year. All votes were unanimous except one 6-1 decision.

• Approved Schneider variance for 1,694 sq ft accessory buildings (7-0), conditioned on removing the shed and building as presented
• Approved Borg attached garage variance (6-1), conditioned on removing the existing 20' x 22' detached garage and building as presented
• Approved Gatuz addition variance for deficient setbacks (6-0, Testa recused), conditioned on building as presented
• Approved Puninske fence variance (7-0), conditioned on paying a double permit fee and staining the fence within one year
• Approved Isaacs garage addition variance (7-0), conditioned on building as presented
• Approved August 1 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Re-elected Gregory Coppola as Chairman, James Baringhaus as Vice Chairman, and Timothy Klisz as Secretary (unanimous)

City Council

The Livonia City Council is holding a closed Committee of the Whole meeting to discuss litigation and attorney-client privileged communications related to a lawsuit (Barbara L. Thomas v City of Livonia) and an EEOC charge. The meeting is closed to the public under the Open Meetings Act, and minutes will not be publicly available.

• Closed session to discuss Barbara L. Thomas v City of Livonia lawsuit
• EEOC Charge No. 471-2023-03811
• Two-thirds roll call vote required for closed session
• City Attorney and Finance Director requested to attend

City Council

The Livonia City Council study meeting covers new business including two residential development petitions, a park construction bid, and a contract extension. The council will discuss a block party request and consider waiving formal bidding for sewer repair work.

• Block party on Louise Street between Richland and Orangelawn Streets, Sept 24, 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
• Special Waiver Use for 11 dwelling units at 35755 and 35841 Plymouth Road
• Site condominium Sunset View: 11 single-family homes at 30250 Morlock Avenue
• Award of bid for pavilion and concrete pad in Ben Celani play area of Bicentennial Park
• Contract extension with Havener Tech for catch basin and storm sewer repairs, up to $50,000 annually

The City Council held a study meeting and directed several items to future agendas. It approved a block party request and a waiver petition for an 11-unit Planned Residential Development at 35755 and 35841 Plymouth Road, sending both to the consent or regular agenda. A separate site plan for 11 single-family homes at 30250 Morlock Avenue was referred to the Committee of the Whole. The council also approved a bid for a park pavilion and a contract extension for catch basin repairs.

• Block party on Louise Street approved for consent agenda
• Waiver petition for 11-unit development at Plymouth Road approved for regular agenda
• Site plan for 11 homes at Morlock Avenue referred to Committee of the Whole
• Park pavilion construction bid approved for regular agenda
• Havener Tech contract extension approved for consent agenda

City Council

The Livonia City Council is holding its regular meeting with a consent agenda covering parade approvals, a solar panel site plan, and several contracts, plus unfinished business including rezoning requests and a tree ordinance amendment. New business includes mutual aid agreements and budget scheduling. The meeting includes public comment periods and standard procedural items.

• Rezone 20511, 20513, 20515 Angling Road from C-1 to N1 (roll call)
• Rezone 20180 Westmore Street from N2 to RUF (public hearing)
• Amend tree ordinance (Title 12, Chapter 24) adding sections 015, 045, 055
• Approve intergovernmental agreement for Wayne Road improvements, city share $165,301
• One-year extension of solid waste/recycling contract with GFL

The Livonia City Council approved a ground-mounted solar panel array at the Cambridge Office Center, accepted several public works contracts (security cameras, fencing, SCADA system), extended the GFL solid waste/recycling contract for one year, and adopted ordinances on zoning and tree regulations. All votes were unanimous except where noted.

• Approved solar panel array at 38777 Six Mile Rd with conditions (unanimous)
• Waived 10kW production limit for solar array (unanimous)
• Approved $45,196.68 for DPW security cameras and intercom (unanimous)
• Accepted $98,191.40 bid for DPW fencing replacement (unanimous)
• Approved $24,900 contract amendment for 2023 Transportation Asset Management Plan (unanimous)
• Approved Wayne Road improvements intergovernmental agreement with $150,000 expenditure (unanimous)
• Approved one-year GFL solid waste/recycling contract extension at $7,446,038 (unanimous)
• Approved $1,606,051 SCADA system contract with Motor City Electric (unanimous)

City Council

The Livonia City Council will convene a closed Committee of the Whole meeting to discuss litigation matters and attorney/client privileged communications related to the case Donald and Dina Croskey, et al v City of Livonia. The meeting is held under Open Meetings Act provisions and only designated officials are permitted to attend.

• Closed meeting for Croskey v. City of Livonia litigation (Case No. 22-011590-NZ)
• Attorney/client privileged communications discussed
• Minutes restricted to public inspection unless ordered by court

City Council

The Livonia City Council is holding a study meeting to discuss several items, including a site plan for solar panels, a road improvement agreement with Wayne County, and multiple contract amendments and awards for public works projects. The agenda also includes requests for a high school homecoming parade and a block party.

• Solar panel array at Cambridge Office Center, 38777 Six Mile Road
• Wayne Road improvement from Joy to Plymouth Road, city share $165,301
• One-year extension of solid waste/recycling contract with GFL
• SCADA Design Build Contract Phase 1 bid award
• Waive sealed bid process for DPW yard security cameras

The Livonia City Council held a study meeting and gave direction to approve ten items, most for the consent agenda. These included the Clarenceville High School homecoming parade, a block party, a solar panel installation at the Cambridge Office Center, a one-year extension of the solid waste/recycling contract with GFL, and several DPW contracts. Two items, the GFL contract extension and the SCADA Design Build Contract, were directed to the Regular agenda for further consideration.

• Approved Clarenceville High School homecoming parade and street closures (consent)
• Approved block party on Grandon Street (consent)
• Approved solar panel installation at 38777 Six Mile Road (consent)
• Approved one-year GFL solid waste/recycling contract extension (regular agenda)
• Approved SCADA Design Build Contract Phase 1 (regular agenda)
• Approved QBS engineering contract amendment with OHM Advisors (consent)
• Approved waiver of sealed bid process for DPW security cameras (consent)
• Approved DPW fencing replacement project contract (consent)

City Council

The Livonia City Council is meeting to decide on several items, including rezoning requests, property demolitions, and a lease for electric vehicle charging stations. They will also consider various consent agenda items such as street barricades, block party permits, and equipment purchases.

• Rezoning 20180 Westmore Street from N2 to RUF
• Rezoning 20511-20515 Angling Road from C-1 to N1
• Demolition of 37739 Seven Mile and 11033 Berwick
• Lease agreement with Charge EV, LLC for EV charging stations
• Purchase of 50 cases of Natular XRT tablets for mosquito control

The Livonia City Council unanimously approved several resolutions, including a $20,686.26 emergency warning package for a new command vehicle, a $60,800 architectural contract for library chiller replacement, a $64,000 contract for generator replacement design, and a $100,000 increase for tree trimming due to storms. They also approved two demolitions, a rezoning petition, and two street closures for events. All votes were unanimous with no nays.

• Approved $20,686.26 for emergency warning package for command vehicle (unanimous)
• Approved $60,800 architectural contract for library chiller replacement (unanimous)
• Approved $64,000 architectural contract for generator replacement at fire stations (unanimous)
• Increased tree trimming contract by $100,000 to $450,000 (unanimous)
• Approved demolition of structure at 37739 Seven Mile Road (unanimous)
• Approved demolition of structure at 11033 Berwick (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 20180 Westmore Street to RUF (unanimous)
• Approved street closures for baby shower and Halloween event (unanimous)

City Council

The Livonia City Council is holding a study meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including a lease agreement for electric vehicle charging stations, a proposed tree ordinance amendment, and purchases for emergency equipment and services. The agenda also includes requests for street barricades and a block party, as well as additional appropriations for tree removal and mosquito treatment.

• Lease agreement with Charge EV, LLC for electric vehicle charging stations
• Proposed amendment to City Code Title 12, Chapter 24 (Trees and shrubs)
• Purchase of emergency warning upfitting package for Shift Commander response vehicle (CR 58-23)
• Award of bid for Civic Center Library Chiller Replacement Design
• Additional appropriation for tree trimming/removal from Forestry Fund

The Livonia City Council held a study meeting on August 9, 2023, and directed nine items to the consent agenda for approval at a future regular meeting. These items included street barricade and block party requests, emergency warning equipment purchase, architectural services for library chiller replacement and generator replacements, tree removal funding, mosquito tablets purchase, an EV charging station lease, and a tree ordinance amendment. No final votes were taken; all items were directed to the consent or regular agenda.

• Directed street barricade request for Floral Street to consent agenda
• Directed block party request for Bretton Drive to consent agenda
• Directed purchase of emergency warning upfitting package to consent agenda
• Directed award of bid for library chiller replacement design to consent agenda
• Directed award of bid for generator replacement design to consent agenda
• Directed additional appropriation for tree trimming/removal to consent agenda
• Directed purchase of 50 cases of Natular XRT tablets to consent agenda
• Directed lease agreement with Charge EV, LLC to consent agenda

City Council

The Livonia City Council is holding its regular meeting to consider consent agenda items, including noise ordinance waivers for an MDOT project and a brewery event, several block party requests, and bid awards for recreation and public works. Unfinished business includes an appeal of a denied fence petition and a proposed ordinance amendment to vacate a drainage easement. New business includes awarding a contract for geotechnical services for a water main crossing under I-96.

• Noise waiver for M-14 Reconstruction Project (Newburgh to Sheldon) summer 2024
• Noise waiver for Wildwood Sour Fest at 36685 Plymouth Road, Aug 26, 3-11 p.m.
• Block parties on Huff, Flamingo, Sussex, and Rayburn streets
• Bid award to replace waterslide bolts at Kirksey Recreation Center
• Bid award for tow-behind emergency generator

The City Council approved contracts for a portable generator, waterslide repairs, and geotechnical services. It also granted noise ordinance waivers for the M-14 reconstruction project and a local brewery event, and approved four block party requests.

• Waived noise control ordinance for M-14 Reconstruction Project (unanimous)
• Approved noise waiver for Supernatural Brewing Company Wildwood Sourfest (unanimous)
• Approved block party street closures for Huff St, Flamingo Blvd, Sussex St, and Rayburn St (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2024 Annual Implementation Plan for The Senior Alliance (unanimous)
• Approved $38,592 contract with Slide Guys Restoration, Inc. for Kirksey Recreation Center (unanimous)
• Approved $115,830 purchase of a Cummins diesel generator for Public Works (unanimous)
• Accepted storm sewer jurisdiction and maintenance for 31800 Enterprise Drive (unanimous)
• Approved $22,500 contract with SME for geotechnical services for I-96 water main crossing (unanimous)

City Council

The Livonia City Council is holding a closed Committee of the Whole meeting to discuss litigation and attorney-client privileged communications related to the case Middlebelt Plymouth Venture, LLC v City of Livonia (U.S. District Court Case No. 2:22-cv-12734). The closed session is authorized by a two-thirds roll call vote under the Open Meetings Act. Minutes will not be available for public inspection and may only be released by court order.

• Closed session to discuss litigation in Middlebelt Plymouth Venture, LLC v City of Livonia (Case No. 2:22-cv-12734)
• Two-thirds roll call vote required per Section 7(1) of the Open Meetings Act
• City Attorney and Assistant City Attorney to attend
• Mayor and Director of Finance also requested to attend

City Council

The Livonia City Council will hold a public hearing on four items: demolition orders for two residential structures deemed dangerous, and two rezoning requests. The council will consider the hearing officer's findings and the zoning petitions, with decisions to be made at a later meeting.

• Demolition order for 37739 Seven Mile under Chapter 15.52
• Demolition order for 11033 Berwick under Chapter 15.52
• Rezone 20180 Westmore from N2 to RUF (Petition 2023-04-01-03)
• Rezone 20511-20515 Angling Road from C-1 to N1 (Petition 2023-05-01-04)

The Council conducted four public hearings but took no final votes. All items, including two proposed demolitions and two rezoning requests, were moved to the Regular Meeting on August 21, 2023, for final decision.

• Moved demolition of 37739 Seven Mile to August 21 meeting
• Moved demolition of 11033 Berwick to August 21 meeting
• Moved rezoning of 20180 Westmore Street to August 21 meeting
• Moved rezoning of 20511, 20513, and 20515 Angling Road to August 21 meeting

City Council

The Finance and Budget Committee is holding a pre-budget meeting to review the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 budget. This is a discussion and review session, not a final vote. The mayor, city attorney, finance director, and chief accountant have been asked to attend.

• Advance budget review for Fiscal Year 2023-2024
• Pre-budget meeting with city officials

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider three appeal cases regarding property usage. These include requests for additional signage at a Starbucks and variances for garage construction at two residential properties.

• Signage appeal for Starbucks at 12679 Middlebelt
• Garage construction appeal for 18221 Laurel Drive
• Garage construction appeal for 38524 Ann Arbor Trail

City Council

The Livonia City Council is holding a study meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including requests to waive the city's noise ordinance for two events, approval of four block parties, two waiver petitions for property developments, a petition to vacate a drainage easement, approval of the Senior Alliance 2024 annual implementation plan, two bid awards, and acceptance of a storm water facilities maintenance agreement. These are items the council will deliberate on, with decisions expected at a future regular meeting.

• Waiver petition by Costco Wholesale to expand fueling facility at 13700 Middlebelt Road
• Waiver petition by ServiceMaster to convert office building at 29200 Vassar Avenue into self-storage and retail
• Noise ordinance waiver for Wildwood Sour Fest at 36685 Plymouth Road on Aug 26
• Bid award to replace waterslide bolts at Kirksey Recreation Center
• Bid award for tow-behind emergency generator

The Livonia City Council held a study meeting on July 24, 2023, discussing multiple agenda items but taking no final votes. The most substantive discussion concerned a waiver petition for converting an eight-story office building at 29200 Vassar Avenue into self-storage and retail, with council members expressing concerns about market saturation. All other items, including noise ordinance waivers, block parties, and bid awards, were directed to the consent agenda for a future regular meeting.

• Discussed ServiceMaster waiver petition for 29200 Vassar Avenue; no vote taken
• Directed M-14 noise ordinance waiver to consent agenda
• Directed Wildwood Sour Fest noise waiver to consent agenda
• Directed four block party requests to consent agenda
• Directed drainage easement vacation petition to consent agenda
• Directed Senior Alliance 2024 plan to consent agenda
• Directed waterslide bolt replacement bid to consent agenda
• Directed emergency generator purchase bid to consent agenda

City Council

The Livonia City Council will hold its regular meeting, addressing a consent agenda with routine items like street barricades, block parties, and budget adjustments. Notable discussions include a proposed acquisition of a tax-foreclosed property by the Housing Commission and a closed session on pending litigation.

• Proposed acquisition of 11745 Inkster for $13,476.19 via CDBG
• Request to waive driveway ordinance for 31.5-foot curb cut
• Approval of hourly rate increases for Bus Driver and Dispatcher II
• Holiday parade and tree lighting on Dec 3, with road closures
• Award of contract for 2023 Lane Line Marking Program

The Livonia City Council failed to override Mayor Brosnan's veto of Resolution 201-23, which would have made tax and assessing information free on the city website. The veto was sustained with a 4-3 vote, falling short of the required five affirmative votes. The council also approved several routine items, including budget adjustments, a lane line marking contract, and various event permits.

• Mayor's veto of Resolution 201-23 sustained (4-3, override failed)
• Approved minutes of July 10, 2023 meeting (7-0)
• Referred city user fees to Committee of the Whole (7-0)
• Approved $117,300 lane line marking contract with P.K. Contracting (7-0)
• Approved Phase 2 of Facility Condition Assessment with Plante & Moran Cresa, not to exceed $125,000 (7-0)
• Authorized right of first refusal purchase of 11745 Inkster for $13,476.19 (7-0)
• Approved sidewalk waiver for 18937 Melvin, rejecting City Engineer's recommendation (7-0)
• Granted street closure permits for Lamplighter Invite, block parties, and holiday parade (7-0)

City Council

The Livonia City Council will hold a public hearing on an appeal of the Planning Commission's denial of a request to replace landscaping with a vinyl privacy fence at Hunters Grove Condominium. A second rezoning petition for properties on Newburgh Road has been withdrawn by the petitioner and will not be considered. The agenda also includes audience communication and notes for the next regular meeting.

• Appeal of Planning Commission denial for Petition 2000-12-02-38 to amend Resolution #785-01 and site plan for vinyl privacy fence on Newburgh Road between Five Mile and Ladywood
• Petition 2023-04-01-02 by FGN Holdings to rezone 19380 and 19384 Newburgh Road from RUF to N1 — withdrawn by petitioner
• Public hearing at Livonia City Hall Auditorium, 33000 Civic Center Drive

The City Council held a public hearing on an appeal of the Planning Commission's denial of a request by Hunters Grove Condominium Association to replace landscaping with a six-foot vinyl privacy fence along Newburgh Road. No decision was made; the item was moved to the August 9, 2023 regular meeting, where the petitioner is expected to provide cost analysis before a vote.

• Appeal of Planning Commission denial of fence request deferred to Aug. 9 regular meeting
• Second public hearing item (properties at 19380 and 19384 Newburgh Road) removed from agenda at petitioner's request

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Livonia Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on four appeal cases involving property owners and a business seeking variances from zoning rules. The cases concern privacy fences, commercial signage, and an accessory building addition. Public comments may be submitted in writing to the ZBA office.

• Appeal 2023-04-07: Luis Morales-Villegas, 20307 Parkville St., seeks 6-ft wood privacy fence in side yard (tabled May 16)
• Appeal 2023-06-11: Torrey Neiger, 33493 Bobrich St., seeks 6-ft vinyl privacy fence on corner lot not aligned with neighbor's fence
• Appeal 2023-06-12: Metro Detroit Signs for AMC 20 Theaters, 19500 Haggerty Rd., seeks replacement of 3 directional and 3 monument signs (monument signs excess in height/area)
• Appeal 2023-06-13: Michael and Melinda Schneider, 39240 Ann Arbor Trail, seeks addition with attached garage, resulting in excess accessory building area/number

The Board granted variances for a residential privacy fence and commercial signage for AMC 20 Theaters. Requests for a corner-lot privacy fence and a home addition with an attached garage were tabled for further review.

• Approved 6-foot wood privacy fence at 20307 Parkville Street (6-0)
• Tabled 6-foot vinyl privacy fence at 33493 Bobrich Street for police visibility inspection (5-1)
• Approved three directional and two monument signs for AMC 20 Theaters; denied third monument sign (6-0)
• Tabled home addition and attached garage at 39420 Ann Arbor Trail for size reconsideration (5-1)
• Approved June 6, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council

The Capital Outlay and Infrastructure Committee will discuss two technical assessments: Bell Creek’s erosion issues and the 2022 Facility Condition and Space Needs Assessment. The meeting is procedural and does not include formal decisions.

• Bell Creek erosion issues (CR 04-22)
• 2022 Facility Condition and Space Needs Assessment (CR 02-23)

The Capital Outlay and Infrastructure Committee discussed the Bell Creek erosion issue, noting that missed deadlines prevent project completion this calendar year, and recommended keeping the item in committee. The committee also recommended proceeding to Phase 2 of the Facility Condition and Space Needs Assessment.

• Bell Creek erosion issue (CR 04-22) recommended to remain in Committee and placed on the July 24, 2023 Regular Meeting Agenda
• Facility Condition and Space Needs Assessment Phase 2 (CR 02-23) recommended to proceed, remain in Committee, and be placed on the July 24, 2023 Regular Meeting Agenda

City Council

The Livonia City Council is holding a study meeting to discuss and potentially decide on several items, including requests to barricade streets for a cross country meet and a block party, a driveway ordinance waiver, a waiver petition for a micro brewery tasting room, quarterly budget adjustments, hourly rate increases for certain grant classifications, an advanced salary step for a new Library Director, an agreement with Canton Township for recreation center day passes, approval of the holiday parade and tree lighting with road closures, and a contract award for lane line marking. These are discussion items that may be voted on at a future regular meeting.

• Barricade Perth Street from Stark Road to dead-end west of Farmington on Aug 18-19 for cross country meet
• Block party on Cranston Street between Scone and Perth Streets on Aug 26
• Waiver petition by The Axe Parlor for on-premise tasting room at 30959 Five Mile Road
• Quarterly budget adjustments for first and second quarter of 2023 fiscal year
• Contract award for 2023 Lane Line Marking Program, Contract 23-H

The Livonia City Council held a study meeting on July 10, 2023, where all 10 new business items were directed to the consent agenda for approval. These included street barricades for a cross country meet, a block party, a driveway ordinance waiver, budget adjustments, hourly rate increases, an advanced salary step, an intergovernmental agreement with Canton, holiday parade approvals, and a lane marking contract. No final votes were taken at this meeting.

• Barricade Perth Street for cross country meet moved to consent agenda
• Block party on Cranston Street moved to consent agenda
• Driveway ordinance waiver request moved to consent agenda
• Quarterly budget adjustments moved to consent agenda
• Hourly rate increases for Bus Driver and Dispatcher II moved to consent agenda
• Advanced salary step for Library Director moved to consent agenda
• Agreement with Canton for pool day pass reimbursement moved to consent agenda
• Holiday parade and road closures moved to consent agenda

City Council

The Livonia City Council is meeting to consider consent agenda items, including block party permits and public works contracts, and to discuss unfinished business such as deer and coyote population management options, a massage establishment waiver appeal, and water main improvement contracts. The agenda includes several items with new data for council consideration.

• Block party permits for Fairfield, Summers, Irving, and Stamford streets in August 2023
• Award of bid for water repair parts and fittings, up to $100,000 annually
• Appeal of denied massage establishment waiver for Yo-Yo Spa 1 L.L.C. at 33316 Plymouth Road
• Additional appropriation for temporary chiller unit at Bennett Library
• Contract award for water main improvements in Project Areas 7, 8, and 9

The Livonia City Council approved a $5.4 million contract for the 2023/2024 Water Main Replacement Project and granted a conditional permit for a massage establishment at 33316 Plymouth Road. The Council also authorized joining the Urban Deer Coalition and referred the future of the Noble Library to a committee for further review.

• Approved $5,422,555.00 bid for 2023/2024 Water Main Replacement Project (4-3)
• Approved Yo Yo Spa 1 L.L.C. petition with conditions (4-3)
• Denied motion to concur with Planning Commission's denial of spa petition (3-4)
• Failed motion to waive 400-foot zoning distance requirement for spa (4-3, no supermajority)
• Approved $252,869.00 contract for hydro-excavation of 381 water service lines (7-0)
• Approved $161,141.84 for temporary chiller unit at Bennett Library (7-0)
• Accepted invitation to join Urban Deer Coalition (7-0)
• Referred future of Noble Library to Capital Outlay and Infrastructure Committee (7-0)

City Council

The Livonia City Council will decide on multiple contracts and expenditures at this study meeting, including water repair parts up to $100,000 annually, a temporary chiller for Bennett Library, and environmental engineering services for the city’s landfill. Additional items include block party approvals, stormwater maintenance agreements, and lease amendments for city-owned properties.

• Award bid for water repair parts up to $100,000 annually
• Approve $50,000 annual additional appropriation for Bennett Library chiller installation
• Award 5-year environmental engineering contract for landfill monitoring
• Amend lease agreement for city-owned building at 33251 Five Mile Road
• Accept stormwater maintenance agreement for property at 33265 Schoolcraft Road

The Livonia City Council reviewed and advanced several items during its study meeting, including four block party requests, annual water repair parts bidding, a temporary chiller unit for the Bennett Library, and environmental engineering services contracts for the city landfill. The council also discussed hydro-excavation of water service lines, a storm water facilities maintenance agreement for a BP station, and a lease amendment for 33251 Five Mile Road.

• Advanced block party request for Fairfield Street (August 5, 2023) for consent agenda
• Advanced block party request for Summers Street (August 12, 2023) for consent agenda
• Advanced block party request for Irving Street (August 12, 2023) for consent agenda
• Advanced block party request for Stamford Street (August 19, 2023) for consent agenda
• Advanced annual water repair parts and fittings bid not to exceed $100,000 for consent agenda
• Advanced additional appropriation for temporary chiller unit at Bennett Library for regular agenda
• Advanced five-year environmental engineering services contract with NTH Consultants for regular agenda
• Advanced $50,000 annual agreement amendment with NTH Consultants for landfill services for regular agenda

City Council

The Livonia City Council will hold its regular meeting on June 26, 2023, at City Hall Auditorium. The agenda includes routine procedural items, reports from city officials, and several decisions on block parties, appointments, and financial matters. Key decisions include approving a $6.5 million bond issuance for water main upgrades, waiving procurement rules for stormwater equipment, and first readings of ordinance amendments to raise water, sewer, and industrial waste rates effective July 1, 2023.

• Approve $6.5M in Water Supply and Sewage Disposal System Revenue Bonds for water main replacements
• Waive sealed bid process for $150K stormwater/water main equipment purchase
• Amend water service rates (effective July 1, 2023)
• Amend sewer disposal and maintenance rates (effective July 1, 2023)
• Amend industrial waste surcharge rate (effective July 1, 2023)

The Livonia City Council approved a notice of intent to issue up to $6.5 million in revenue bonds for water main replacements and upsizing, with a right of referendum. It also adopted five ordinances amending water service rates, industrial waste surcharge, and sewage disposal system sections, all on second reading. Several contracts and purchases were approved, including fitness equipment and a sole-source supply contract, and multiple block party street closures were granted.

• Approved notice of intent to issue up to $6.5M revenue bonds for water system improvements (4-0)
• Adopted ordinance amending water service rates (Section 040, Title 13, Chapter 08) (4-0)
• Adopted ordinance amending water service rates (Section 050, Title 13, Chapter 08) (4-0)
• Adopted ordinance amending industrial waste surcharge (Section 050, Title 13, Chapter 28) (4-0)
• Adopted ordinance amending sewage disposal system (Section 120, Title 13, Chapter 20) (4-0)
• Adopted ordinance amending sewage disposal system (Section 130, Title 13, Chapter 20) (4-0)
• Approved $22,997.21 purchase of Freemotion Fitrig for recreation center (4-0)
• Approved $25,737.00 purchase of Nautilus Multi 14 Station for recreation center (4-0)

City Council

The Public Safety and Health Committee is holding a meeting to discuss options for culling and managing deer and coyote populations in the city. This is a discussion item, not a final decision, and the outcome will be reported at the regular City Council meeting on July 10, 2023.

• Discussion of deer and coyote population culling and management options (CR 329-19)
• Attendance requested from Mayor, City Attorney, Police Chief, Deputy Police Chief, Parks and Recreation Superintendent, and Public Works Director
• Invited attendees include Farmington Hills Deputy Director, DNR representative, and SEMCOG representative

The Public Safety, Health and Environment Committee discussed deer and coyote population management options, hearing resident concerns about deer overpopulation. The committee recommended joining the Urban Deer Coalition, sending the topic to the Committee of the Whole, and requesting an administration report on removing deceased deer from residential property. The item remains in committee and will be placed on the July 10, 2023 regular meeting agenda.

• Recommended resolution to join the Urban Deer Coalition
• Recommended resolution to put deer/coyote management into Committee of the Whole
• Requested administration report on removing deceased deer from residential property

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Livonia Zoning Board of Appeals meets to hear three property owners appeal decisions on non-conforming fences and a shed demolition. Each appeal requests permission to modify or replace existing structures that do not comply with current zoning rules.

• Appeal 2023-03-04: Kozaks seek to demolish a nonconforming shed and build a detached garage at 9760 Wayne Rd
• Appeal 2023-04-09: Geersens request a six-foot vinyl privacy fence at 29407 Lyndon
• Appeal 2023-04-10: Grzybs propose a six-foot vinyl privacy fence at 14381 Riverside

City Council

The Livonia City Council is holding a study meeting to discuss and potentially approve several items, including four block party requests, a sidewalk requirement waiver, two zoning board reappointments, a $6.5 million water bond resolution, equipment purchases for a recreation center, a sole-source purchase waiver, and contract amendments for engineering services. These are items that will likely be voted on at a future regular meeting.

• Block party permits for Flamingo Blvd., Marie Street, Liverpool Ave., and South Livonia Crescent
• Waiver of sidewalk requirement for new home at 18937 Melvin
• Reappointments to Zoning Board of Appeals for Michael A. Testa and Martha Ptashnik
• Approval of intent to issue up to $6,500,000 in Water Supply and Sewage Disposal System Revenue Bonds
• Contract amendment with Anderson, Eckstein and Westrick for West Chicago Road reconstruction (Harrison to Inkster)

The City Council held a study session and directed staff to prepare resolutions for the June 26 regular meeting regarding the water main improvements contract for Project Areas 7, 8, and 9. Councilmembers offered competing resolutions to approve either the lowest bidder (Murphy Pipeline Contractors, $5,422,555) or the second-lowest bidder (Bidigare Contractors), with a final decision pending. The council also gave preliminary approval direction for several consent agenda items, including block party permits, a sidewalk requirement waiver, two Zoning Board of Appeals reappointments, a bond notice of intent, equipment purchases, and a sole-source purchase authorization.

• Directed staff to prepare resolutions for water main contract award to either lowest bidder Murphy Pipeline ($5,422,555) or second-lowest Bidigare Contractors (decision June 26)
• Approved direction for block party permits for Allison Adams, Tracy Nolte, Judy Weiser, and Mikael Gandy (consent/regular agenda)
• Approved direction to waive sidewalk requirement for new home at 18937 Melvin (consent agenda)
• Approved direction to reappoint Michael A. Testa and Martha Ptashnik to Zoning Board of Appeals (consent agenda)
• Approved direction to proceed with notice of intent for up to $6.5M water/sewer revenue bonds (consent agenda)
• Approved direction to purchase FreeMotion FitRig and Nautilus Multi 14 Station for recreation center (consent agenda)
• Approved direction to waive sealed bid process for sole-source purchase from EJ (up to $150,000 annually) (consent agenda)
• Approved direction to amend engineering contract with AEW for West Chicago Road design (consent agenda)

City Council

The Livonia City Council is meeting to decide on several items, including proposed amendments to water, sewer, and industrial waste rates effective July 1, 2023, and a contract award for roof replacements not to exceed $681,853. The consent agenda includes approvals for a carnival, a Dairy Queen redevelopment, CDBG plans, and various appointments. The council will also discuss unfinished business such as a dog leash law and a block party.

• Carnival waiver for Wade Shows at 29500 Seven Mile Road, July 13-23, 2023
• Dairy Queen redevelopment at 17200 Middlebelt Road (former Steak N Shake)
• 2023 CDBG Annual Action Plan and hold harmless contracts with multiple agencies
• Purchase of two dump trucks through Rochester Hills Co-op award
• Award of contract for 2023 roof replacement projects, not to exceed $681,853

The Livonia City Council approved several items including a carnival at the former Sears parking lot, a Dairy Queen redevelopment at 17200 Middlebelt Road, and a $681,853 roof replacement contract for fire stations. It also approved reappointments, a CDBG statement, and various purchases. Several ordinances received first reading and were tabled.

• Approved Wade Shows carnival at former Sears, 29500 Seven Mile Rd (7-0)
• Approved Dairy Queen redevelopment at 17200 Middlebelt Rd (7-0)
• Approved $681,853 roof replacement for Fire Stations 1, 5, 6 and Senior Center (7-0)
• Approved $529,168.08 purchase of two dump trucks (7-0)
• Approved $32,380 multifactor authentication subscription (7-0)
• Approved ESRI GIS software maintenance renewal $23,045.97 (7-0)
• Approved CDBG FY2023-2024 statement and hold harmless contracts (7-0)
• Approved Schoolcraft Lodge CREC extension to 2030 (4-2)

City Council

The Livonia City Council Finance and Budget Committee will review the annual audit reports for the period December 1, 2021 to November 30, 2022. The meeting is open to the public and will be reported to the full council in June 2023.

• Annual audit reports for 2021-2022 (CR 367-02)
• Public attendance and participation encouraged

City Council

The Livonia City Council is holding a study meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including a request to adjust water and sewer consumption rates, industrial surcharge, and industrial waste control charge effective July 1, 2023. They will also consider awarding a contract for 2023 roof replacement projects not to exceed $681,853, along with other business such as block party permits, site plan approvals, and appointments.

• Request to adjust water and sewer consumption rates, industrial surcharge, and industrial waste control charge effective July 1, 2023
• Award of contract for 2023 roof replacement projects, amount not to exceed $681,853
• Waiver petition for carnival at former Sears parking lot, 29500 Seven Mile Road, July 13-23, 2023
• Site plan petition for Dairy Queen redevelopment at 17200 Middlebelt Road (former Steak N Shake)
• Approval of 2023 CDBG Annual Action Plan and hold harmless contracts with several agencies

City Council approved adjustments to water and sewer consumption rates and a $681,853 contract for 2023 roof replacements. The council also granted a three-year redevelopment extension for Schoolcraft Lodge, Inc. and approved several board reappointments.

• Approved water and sewer consumption and industrial surcharge rate adjustments
• Approved $681,853 contract for 2023 roof replacement projects
• Approved three-year redevelopment extension for 31501 Schoolcraft Road
• Approved waiver for carnival at 29500 Seven Mile Road (July 13-23, 2023)
• Approved site plan for Dairy Queen redevelopment at 17200 Middlebelt Road
• Approved purchase of two 2025 dump trucks via Rochester Hills Co-op
• Approved 2023-2024 CDBG Annual Action Plan and budget
• Reappointed Pat Crandell, Sam Caramagno, Glen Long, and Peter Ventura to city boards

City Council

The City Council will consider a request to rezone 31501 Schoolcraft Road from Highway Services to High Rise Commercial. The meeting also includes discussions on a four-story hotel site plan and various municipal contracts.

• Rezoning request for 31501 Schoolcraft Road from C-3 to C-4
• Site plan petition for a four-story Staybridge Suites Hotel at 31501 Schoolcraft Road
• Animal sheltering agreement with Michigan Humane Society at $5,726.25 per month
• Contract for a transportation study by the Department of Economic Development
• Bid for Botsford Pool fence replacement

The Livonia City Council approved a zoning map amendment and a four-story Staybridge Suites hotel at 31501 Schoolcraft Road, both by a 3-2 vote. The council also approved contracts for a transportation master plan, fence replacement, rock salt purchase, and other items. Several street closure permits and noise ordinance waivers for community events were granted.

• Approved zoning amendment (Petition 2022-05-01-01) (3-2)
• Approved Staybridge Suites hotel at 31501 Schoolcraft Road (3-2)
• Approved $100,000 transportation master plan with OHM Advisors
• Approved $101,128 fence replacement at Botsford pool with Motor City Fence
• Approved rock salt purchase from Detroit Salt, up to $147,500 for 2023-2024
• Approved $199,673 Denmar Drain Channel Improvement contract with Sole Underground
• Granted street closure permits for Vacation Bible School, block parties, and festival
• Waived noise ordinance for St. Mary's festival and Saint Rafka cultural festival

City Council

The Livonia City Council’s Law and Education Committee will review four items: a proposed dog leash ordinance, regulations for veterinary hospitals, a sign permit for the Livonia Family YMCA, and a report on demolishing blighted properties. The meeting follows standard procedural notice and accessibility requirements.

• Proposed ordinance to add a 'dog leash law' to the Livonia Code of Ordinances (CR 177-05)
• Regulation of veterinary hospitals under review (CR 294-14)
• Sign permit application for a replacement ground sign with electronic message board at 14255 Stark Road (Petition 2015-08-SN-04)
• Report on demolition of blighted residential and commercial properties (CR 110-23)

The Law and Education Committee voted to take no further action on three long-standing items: a proposed dog leash ordinance, regulation of veterinary hospitals, and a 2015 sign permit application for the Livonia Family YMCA. These items will be removed from the committee and placed on the June 5, 2023 regular meeting agenda. The committee also discussed demolition of blighted properties, directing the Inspection and Law Departments to prepare an ordinance similar to Westland's and to consider increased staffing for inspections. No final decisions were made on the blight item, which remains in committee.

• Removed dog leash law item from committee (no further action)
• Removed veterinary hospital regulation item from committee (no further action)
• Removed YMCA sign permit application from committee (no further action)
• Directed Inspection and Law to draft blight ordinance similar to Westland's
• Directed Inspection to consider increased staffing for blight investigations

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Livonia Zoning Board of Appeals will hear five appeals, mostly involving privacy fences erected without required neighbor consent or in prohibited locations, plus one Starbucks sign variance request. All items are public hearings on individual variance requests.

• Appeal 2023-01-02: George Nicoloff, 19490 Fairlane Ct, six-foot fence without permit and without neighbor consent
• Appeal 2023-03-05: Robert Day, 36519 Grandon, six-foot fence lacking adjacent owner approval (neighbor at 36449 Dover)
• Appeal 2023-04-06: Starbucks, 12679 Middlebelt, four menu signs in drive-thru exceeding sign limits
• Appeal 2023-04-07: Luis Morales-Villegas, 20307 Parkville, side-yard fence not allowed and nearly bisects lot
• Appeal 2023-04-08: Amy Arsenault, 18925 Westmore, vinyl fence even with front building line in side yard

The Livonia Zoning Board of Appeals heard five fence-related appeals. It denied George Nicoloff's request to keep an unpermitted six-foot privacy fence (7-0), granted Robert Day's variance to erect a six-foot fence despite one neighbor's objection (5-2), tabled Luis Morales-Villegas's request for a side-yard fence (7-0), and granted Amy Arsenault's variance for a front-yard privacy fence (6-1). A Starbucks sign appeal was passed over because the petitioner did not appear.

• Denied George Nicoloff's fence variance (7-0)
• Granted Robert Day's fence variance (5-2)
• Tabled Luis Morales-Villegas's fence variance (7-0)
• Granted Amy Arsenault's fence variance (6-1)
• Passed over Starbucks sign appeal (no vote)

City Council

The public hearing scheduled for May 15, 2023, has been canceled and will not be rescheduled. The meeting was intended to discuss a rezoning petition for properties on Eight Mile Road.

• Cancellation of Petition 2023-03-01-01 (ZA Design Build)
• Proposed rezoning of 29023, 29009 and 29005 Eight Mile Road from C-1 to C-2

City Council

The Livonia City Council is holding a study meeting to discuss and potentially act on a range of items, including site plans for a new hotel and a church parking lot expansion, a waiver extension for a used auto dealership, street closure requests, noise ordinance waivers for church festivals, and several contract and purchase approvals. These are discussion items that may be voted on at a future regular meeting.

• Site plan for four-story Staybridge Suites Hotel at 31501 Schoolcraft Road
• Site plan to expand parking lot at Four Winds Church, 31840 Seven Mile Road
• Two-year extension of waiver use for Plymouth Auto Sales at 36534 Plymouth Road
• Animal sheltering agreement with Michigan Humane Society at $5,726.25/month
• Rock salt purchase for 2023-2025 with extensions at 3% annual increase

Council approved several block party and event street closures and authorized contracts for rock salt, a transportation study, and pool fence replacement. The council also moved a noise ordinance waiver for a church festival to the regular agenda with specific decibel limits.

• Approved street barricades for Christadelphians Church Vacation Bible School (Consent)
• Approved block parties for Arden Street and Ohio Street
• Moved noise ordinance waiver for Basilica of St. Mary festival to Regular agenda with 70dB limit
• Approved noise ordinance waiver for Saint Rafka Maronite Catholic Church (Consent)
• Approved two-year waiver use extension for Plymouth Auto Sales (Regular)
• Approved site plan for Four Winds Church parking lot expansion (Regular)
• Approved site plan for Staybridge Suites Hotel at 31501 Schoolcraft Road (Regular)
• Approved $5,726.25 monthly animal sheltering agreement with Michigan Humane Society (Consent)

City Council

The Livonia City Council is holding its regular meeting to consider consent agenda items, including a $1.5 million water meter contract extension, a design contract for the Merriman Road water main replacement, and several community event requests. They will also discuss unfinished business, including a proposed zoning ordinance amendment and a sign petition for a condominium complex.

• Contract extension with Etna Supply Company for water meters, not to exceed $1,500,000 annually
• Award of design engineering services for Merriman Road Water Main Replacement Project (Plymouth Road to CSX Railroad)
• Proposed amendment to Zoning Ordinance No. 3160 (Petition 2023-01-06-01) for multiple revisions
• Sign petition to replace ground signs with larger nonconforming panel signs at 19500 Haggerty Road
• Request to waive noise ordinance for outdoor movie at Mies Park (May-October 2023)

The Council authorized several expenditures for city vehicles, architectural services, and public works supplies. It also approved two block party permits and a zoning ordinance amendment.

• Approved $1.5M annual contract for water meters from Etna Supply Company
• Authorized $147,860 for architectural design of Greenmead Historical Park ice rink and pavilion
• Approved $98,005 purchase of a 2023 Ford Transit van for Community Transit
• Approved $114,685 contract amendment for Merriman Road Water Main Replacement
• Approved $65,000 for 2023 Parks Tree and Stump Removal Program
• Adopted Zoning Ordinance amendment (4-3)
• Granted block party permits for Hillcrest (June 3) and Oporto Avenue (May 27)
• Approved transfer of daycare waiver use at 30931 Seven Mile Road to Chelsea Gibson

City Council

The Livonia City Council is holding a study meeting to discuss and potentially approve several items, including a $1.5 million annual contract extension for water meters, the purchase of a Ford Transit van for community transit, and various permits and agreements. The agenda includes block party requests, a noise ordinance waiver for a movie series, a daycare license transfer, a sign petition, and several public works contracts.

• Contract extension with Etna Supply Company for Sensus water meters, not to exceed $1,500,000 annually
• Authorization to purchase one 2023 Ford Transit 350 high roof 14-passenger AWD van for Livonia Community Transit
• Request to waive noise ordinance for family-friendly movies at Mies Park, May-October 2023
• Sign petition to replace ground signs with larger nonconforming panel signs at 19500 Haggerty Road
• Award of design engineering services for Merriman Road Water Main Replacement Project (Plymouth Road to CSX Railroad)

The Livonia City Council held a study meeting and directed approval for 11 items to be placed on future agendas. These included two block party requests, a noise ordinance waiver, a daycare use extension, a sign petition, a van purchase, a Greenmead ice rink design contract, a water meter contract extension, a tree removal bid, engineering services, and a storm water maintenance agreement. No final votes were taken; all items were directed to either the Consent or Regular agenda for formal approval.

• Directed approval of block party on Oporto Ave (Regular agenda)
• Directed approval of block party on Hillcrest (Consent agenda)
• Directed approval of noise ordinance waiver for Mies Park movies (Consent agenda)
• Directed approval of daycare use extension for Kids Kastle (Consent agenda)
• Directed approval of sign petition for Pentagon Centre (Regular agenda)
• Directed approval of purchase of 2023 Ford Transit van (Consent agenda)
• Directed approval of Greenmead Ice Rink design services (Consent agenda)
• Directed approval of contract extension with Etna Supply up to $1.5M annually (Consent agenda)

City Council

The Livonia City Council will hold its regular meeting on April 24, 2023, at City Hall Auditorium. The body will consider a proposed amendment to Zoning Ordinance No. 3160 to correct defects and clarify provisions, and vote on a license agreement for drug testing services at the 16th District Courthouse. Additionally, the Council will review requests for permits related to Spree '73 events, including carnival rides, fireworks, and road closures.

• Proposed amendment to Zoning Ordinance No. 3160 (Petition 2023-01-06-01)
• License agreement with ADCS, LLC for drug testing services at 16th District Courthouse
• Permit for Wade Shows carnival rides at Ford Field and Veterans’ Park (June 20–25, 2023)
• Permit for fireworks display by American Fireworks at Veterans’ Park (June 25, 2023, 10:15 p.m.)
• Road closures for Spree '73 events on Stark Road and Farmington Road (June 19–26, 2023) and Farmington Road (June 25, 6:30–11:30 p.m.)

The Livonia City Council unanimously approved several requests from the Livonia Anniversary Committee for the SPREE-73 celebration, including carnival rides, a fireworks display, facility use, fee waivers, road closures, and banner displays. The council also approved a license agreement with ADCS, LLC for drug and alcohol testing services at the 16th District Courthouse. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural and included public comments.

• Approved SPREE-73 carnival rides, fireworks, facility use, and fee waivers (unanimous)
• Approved road closures for SPREE-73 from June 19-26, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved banner and sign displays for SPREE-73 (unanimous)
• Approved license agreement with ADCS, LLC for courthouse space at $1,300/month (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of April 10, 2023 meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Senior Citizens, Families and Environment Committee is holding an open meeting to discuss four agenda items related to local bus transportation, mass transit, Livonia Community Transportation Services, and transportation issues for seniors, families, and other residents. The meeting is a discussion, not a final decision, and the committee's report will be presented at the regular City Council meeting on May 8, 2023.

• Discussion of local bus transportation system (CR 917-98)
• Discussion of mass transit (CR 74-15)
• Discussion of Livonia Community Transportation Services (CR 76-18)
• Discussion of transportation issues for seniors, families, and other residents (CR 34-23)

The Senior Citizens, Families and Environment Committee recommended taking no further action on a proposed local bus transportation system, moving it out of committee. Other transit-related items were kept in committee for further discussion, with administration asked to explore driver raises and salary comparisons.

• Recommended no further action on local bus system item 917-98
• Kept mass transit item CR 74-15 in committee
• Kept Livonia Community Transportation Services item CR 76-18 in committee
• Asked administration to find funds for driver raises
• Asked administration to provide salary comparisons for drivers
• Asked administration to look into one-time pickup at Silver Village

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Livonia Zoning Board of Appeals will hear two appeal cases at its April 11, 2023 meeting. One involves a fence built without a permit, and the other involves demolishing a nonconforming shed and building a detached garage. The board will decide whether to grant variances or other relief for these properties.

• Appeal Case 2023-01-02: George Nicoloff, 19490 Fairlane Ct, seeks to keep a six-foot privacy fence erected without permit along east and southeast property lines, lacking neighbor consent.
• Appeal Case 2023-03-04: Jason and Katie Kozak, 9760 Wayne Rd, seek to demolish a nonconforming shed with illegal addition and build a detached garage, resulting in excessive accessory space.

The Livonia Zoning Board of Appeals tabled both appeals on its April 11, 2023 agenda. The first, a request by George Nicoloff to keep a six-foot privacy fence without neighbor consent, was tabled at the petitioner's request to await a full seven-member board. The second, a request by Jason and Katie Kozak to build a detached garage exceeding accessory space limits, was tabled pending detailed site plans and building elevations. The board also approved the minutes of the February 7, 2023 meeting.

• Tabled appeal 2023-01-02 (Nicoloff fence variance) at petitioner's request (6-0)
• Tabled appeal 2023-03-04 (Kozak garage variance) pending detailed plans (6-0)
• Approved minutes of February 7, 2023 meeting

City Council

The Livonia City Council is meeting to consider several items, including amendments to the zoning ordinance and changes to impounded vehicle fees. They will also vote on contracts for road paving, housing improvements, and other services.

• Amendment to impounded vehicle redemption conditions and fees
• Name change of Vision 21 Zoning Ordinance to Livonia Zoning Ordinance
• Multiple revisions to Zoning Ordinance No. 3160
• Award of contract for 2023 Concrete Road Paving Program
• Award of construction contract for Greenmead Regional Detention Pond Project Phase I

The Council approved several high-value contracts for road paving, housing improvements, and drainage projects. It also authorized the purchase of two pickup trucks and increased the hourly wage for Police Reserve Officers.

• Approved $2.9M concrete road paving contract with Hard Rock Concrete, Inc.
• Approved $1.1M Newburgh Village Housing Improvements contract with Shaw Construction and Management Co.
• Approved $418,300 drainage project contract with Sole Underground, LLC
• Authorized $100,316 purchase of two 2023 Ford F250 pickup trucks
• Increased Police Reserve Officer hourly wage from $12.50 to $16.00
• Approved $138,000 and $22,500 CDBG-CV grant contracts for small business technical assistance
• Authorized $176,040 and $349,735 in engineering services for road programs with Anderson, Eckstein & Westrick, Inc.
• Rejected proposed name change for the Livonia Vision 21 Zoning Ordinance (3-3)

City Council

The Livonia City Council is holding a public hearing on a petition from the Planning Commission to make multiple revisions to the Livonia Vision 21 Zoning Ordinance, aimed at correcting defects, adding and deleting provisions, and providing clarification. A previously scheduled rezoning request from the Basilica of St. Mary has been tabled at the petitioner's request and will not be discussed at this meeting.

• Public hearing on Petition 2023-01-06-01 for multiple revisions to the Livonia Vision 21 Zoning Ordinance
• Petition 2022-12-01-02 by Basilica of St. Mary to rezone properties at 18100 Merriman Road and 30600 Brookview Drive tabled until further notice

The City Council held a public hearing to discuss multiple revisions to the Livonia Vision 21 Zoning Ordinance. No final votes were taken during this session; the item is scheduled for the Regular Meeting on April 10, 2023.

• Tabled public hearing regarding request from The Basilica of St. Mary's
• Proposed adding a 30-day timeframe for zoning compliance certificate issuance
• Proposed renaming 'Livonia Vision 21 Zoning Ordinance' to 'Livonia Zoning Ordinance'

City Council

The Livonia City Council will hold a study meeting to decide on nonprofit designation for The Women's Council of Realtors, authorize the purchase of two Ford pickup trucks for housing maintenance, and award contracts for small business technical assistance and road improvements. The meeting will also consider amendments to existing engineering service contracts for concrete road programs.

• Request to designate The Women's Council of Realtors as a nonprofit for charitable gaming license eligibility
• Authorization to purchase two Ford 2023 F250 Super Cab 4x4 pickup trucks ($X, budgeted) for Housing Maintenance Staff
• Award of contract to provide technical assistance for Livonia Small Business Grantee award winners
• Award of bid for Newburgh Village Housing Improvements (budgeted funds)
• Amendment to contract with Anderson, Eckstein & Westrick, Inc. for 2022 and 2023 Concrete Road Programs

The Livonia City Council held a study meeting on March 22, 2023, and directed eight items to the consent agenda for approval. These items included designating a nonprofit for charitable gaming, purchasing two pickup trucks, awarding contracts for small business technical assistance and road paving, and amending engineering contracts. No final votes were taken during the study meeting; all actions were procedural directions to the consent agenda.

• Directed approval of nonprofit designation for Women's Council of Realtors (consent)
• Directed approval of purchase of two Ford F250 trucks (consent)
• Directed approval of contract for small business technical assistance (consent)
• Directed approval of contract for micro-business technical assistance (consent)
• Directed approval of bid for Newburgh Village Housing Improvements (consent)
• Directed approval of contract amendment for 2022 Concrete Road Program (consent)
• Directed approval of contract for 2023 Concrete Road Paving Program (consent)
• Directed approval of contract amendment for 2023 Concrete Road Program (consent)

City Council

The Livonia City Council is meeting to consider several items, including extending approvals for a Portillo's restaurant, authorizing computer purchases for police and fire, and awarding a sidewalk contract. They will also discuss a site plan for HopCat, an ordinance amendment on impounded vehicles, and a resolution amendment for vehicle purchases.

• Extension of waiver use approval for Portillo's restaurant at 13000 Middlebelt Road
• Authorization to waive sealed bid process for police/fire computer purchases
• Award of contract for 2023 Sidewalk and Pavement Replacement Program
• Site plan petition for HopCat exterior remodel at 17800 Haggerty Road
• Ordinance amendment to Title 10, Chapter 21 (Impounded Vehicles) regarding fees

The Livonia City Council unanimously approved a one-year extension for Portillo's Hot Dogs to build a restaurant with drive-up window and tavern license at 13000 Middlebelt Road. It also approved a $243,689.25 computer purchase for police and fire, a $300,760.88 sidewalk contract, and a HopCat exterior remodel. An ordinance on impounded vehicles received first reading and was tabled.

• Approved one-year extension for Portillo's restaurant plans at 13000 Middlebelt Road (unanimous)
• Approved one-year extension for Portillo's tavern license at 13000 Middlebelt Road (unanimous)
• Approved $243,689.25 Dell computer purchase for police/fire (unanimous)
• Approved $300,760.88 sidewalk/pavement contract with Great Lakes Contracting (unanimous)
• Approved HopCat exterior remodel at 17800 Haggerty Road with conditions (unanimous)
• Tabled ordinance amending impounded vehicles section (first reading)

City Council

The Livonia City Council will review and likely decide on multiple requests at this study meeting, including one-year extensions for Portillo’s waivers for a drive-up restaurant and tavern license at 13000 Middlebelt Road, and a site plan petition for HopCat’s exterior remodel at 17800 Haggerty Road. The Council will also discuss purchasing computers for police and fire stations, award a sidewalk replacement contract, and propose changes to vehicle impoundment fees.

• One-year extension of Portillo’s drive-up restaurant waiver at 13000 Middlebelt Road (CR 59-22)
• One-year extension of Portillo’s tavern license waiver at 13000 Middlebelt Road (CR 68-22)
• Site plan petition for HopCat restaurant exterior remodel at 17800 Haggerty Road
• Authorization to waive sealed bid process for police/fire computer replacements
• Award of 2023 Sidewalk and Pavement Replacement Program contract (Contract 23-F)

The Livonia City Council held a study meeting and directed several items to future agendas. Council directed approval of two one-year extensions for Portillo's waivers at 13000 Middlebelt Road to the consent agenda, and directed approval of a site plan for HopCat's exterior remodel at 17800 Haggerty Road to the regular agenda, with one member requesting Committee of the Whole review. Council also directed approval of a computer purchase waiver and a sidewalk/pavement contract to the consent agenda, and approved a first reading of an ordinance amendment on impounded vehicle fees.

• Directed one-year extension of Portillo's waiver use approval (CR 59-22) to consent agenda
• Directed one-year extension of Portillo's tavern license waiver (CR 68-22) to consent agenda
• Directed HopCat exterior remodel site plan to regular agenda; Councilmember Bahr requested Committee of the Whole review
• Directed waiver of sealed bid process for police/fire computer purchases to consent agenda
• Directed award of 2023 Sidewalk and Pavement Replacement Program contract (23-F) to consent agenda
• Approved first reading of ordinance amendment to impounded vehicle fees

City Council

The Livonia City Council is meeting to consider a range of items, including a waiver petition to demolish the existing Archie's restaurant and build a Whitewater Express automated car wash at 30471 Plymouth Road. The agenda also includes consent items such as budget adjustments, bid awards, and a settlement approval in a lawsuit against a police officer.

• Waiver petition to redevelop Archie's site into Whitewater Express car wash at 30471 Plymouth Road
• Final budget adjustments for fiscal year ending November 30, 2022
• Award of bid for 2023 Asphalt Road Paving Program, Contract 23-A
• Award of contract for 2023 Concrete Road Maintenance/Selective Slab Program, Contract 23-J
• Settlement approval for Andrew Mathews v P.O. Tamer, U.S. District Court Case No. 2:21-cv-10361

The Livonia City Council approved a series of resolutions, including a $3.8 million asphalt road paving contract, a $1.6 million concrete road maintenance contract, and a $981,662 building controls system upgrade. It also approved a massage establishment waiver, a car wash redevelopment, and various other expenditures. All votes were unanimous except for the car wash approval (6-1) and a referral for free teen memberships (5-2).

• Approved 2023 Asphalt Road Paving Program (Contract 23-A) to Nagle Paving for $3,803,196 (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Concrete Road Maintenance/Selective Slab Program (Contract 23-J) to Great Lakes Contracting for $1,601,803.67 (unanimous)
• Approved Building Controls System Upgrade Project to Havel for $981,662 (unanimous)
• Approved car wash redevelopment at 30471 Plymouth Road (6-1, Toy opposed)
• Approved massage establishment waiver for Alleviate Acupuncture Wellness Clinic (unanimous)
• Approved Library Strategic Plan contract with Library IQ for $30,000 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of two dump trucks and one flatbed truck totaling $386,971 (unanimous)
• Approved $35,000 settlement for Andrew Mathews claim (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The City of Livonia Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for March 7, 2023, has been canceled. The only agenda item, an appeal by Community Financial Credit Union regarding a ground sign setback at 15251 Middlebelt Road, will not be discussed at this time.

• Meeting canceled
• Appeal Case No. 2022-10-30 tabled
• Community Financial Credit Union, 15251 Middlebelt Road
• Ground sign setback deficiency

City Council

The Livonia City Council is holding a closed Committee of the Whole meeting to discuss litigation and attorney-client privileged matters related to a pending federal lawsuit, Andrew Mathews v P.O. Tamer (Case No. 2:21-cv-10361). The meeting is authorized by a two-thirds roll call vote under the Open Meetings Act. Minutes will not be available to the public unless ordered by a court.

• Closed session to discuss pending litigation: Andrew Mathews v P.O. Tamer, U.S. District Court Case No. 2:21-cv-10361
• Two-thirds roll call vote required per Section 7(1) of the Open Meetings Act
• City Attorney, Assistant City Attorney, Mayor, and Finance Director requested to attend

City Council

The Capital Outlay and Infrastructure Committee is meeting to discuss two items: the 2022 Facility Condition Assessment and Space Needs Assessment, and construction administration services for the Building Controls System Upgrade Project. This is a discussion meeting; findings will be reported at the regular City Council meeting on March 13, 2023.

• Discussion of 2022 Facility Condition Assessment and Space Needs Assessment
• Discussion of construction administration services for Building Controls System Upgrade Project

The Capital Outlay and Infrastructure Committee reviewed facility assessments and recommended two resolutions for building control system upgrades. The first covers the Police Department Headquarters, Bennett Civic Center Library, and the 16th District Courthouse; the second adds the Carl Sandburg Branch Library. Both items will go to the City Council on March 13, 2023.

• Recommended approving resolution for building controls upgrade at Police HQ, Bennett Civic Center Library, 16th District Courthouse
• Recommended approving resolution for building controls upgrade at four buildings including Carl Sandburg Branch Library
• Kept facility assessment item in committee for further review

City Council

The Livonia City Council is holding a study meeting to discuss and potentially approve a range of items, including waivers for a car show, an auto wash redevelopment, and a massage establishment, as well as budget adjustments, contracts, and road programs. The meeting is a discussion session, with formal votes likely at a later regular meeting.

• Waiver request for car show with DJ at Saint Colette's Catholic Church, 17600 Newburgh Road, June 3, 2023
• Waiver petition to demolish Archie's restaurant and build Whitewater Express auto wash at 30471 Plymouth Road
• Waiver petition for massage establishment at 33300 Five Mile Road, Suite 105
• Final budget adjustments for fiscal year ending November 30, 2022
• Award of bid for Strategic Plan Consultant for Livonia Public Library

The City Council directed approval for several infrastructure projects, including road paving and a new restroom building at Ben Celani Play Area. The council also moved to approve a pilot program for free teen memberships at the Jack E. Kirksey Recreation Center and a waiver for a new automated auto wash on Plymouth Road.

• Approved noise ordinance waiver for Knights of Columbus car show (Consent)
• Approved redevelopment of 30471 Plymouth Road for Whitewater Express auto wash (Regular)
• Approved waiver for Alleviate Acupuncture Wellness Clinic at 33300 Five Mile Road (Consent)
• Approved final budget adjustments for fiscal year ending Nov 30, 2022 (Consent)
• Approved bid for Livonia Public Library Strategic Plan Consultant (Consent)
• Approved pilot for free teen memberships (14-17) at Jack E. Kirksey Rec Center (Regular)
• Approved purchase of pre-cast restroom building for Ben Celani Play Area (Consent)
• Approved 2023 Asphalt Road Paving (Contract 23-A) and Concrete Road Maintenance (Contract 23-J) (Consent)

City Council

The City Council will consider several infrastructure projects, including road and sidewalk repairs and water main replacements. The agenda also includes requests for equipment purchases, personnel compensation adjustments, and various service contracts.

• Road improvements for Farmington Road ($118,936) and Merriman Road ($182,912)
• Additional expenditure for the 2022 Concrete Road Program up to $1,467,000
• Waiver petitions for Uptown Cheapskate and Individual Brewing Co. L.L.C.
• Purchase of a 2023 Ford F250 Battalion Chief Command Vehicle
• 2023 Sidewalk Repair Program involving 422 scattered locations

The City Council approved several infrastructure projects, including a major sidewalk repair program and road improvements. The Council also authorized various equipment purchases for the fire and public works departments and sustained a mayoral veto regarding a budget transfer.

• Approved 2023 Sidewalk Repair Program contract not to exceed $990,113.92
• Authorized $1.467M additional expenditure for 2022 Concrete Road Repair Program
• Sustained Mayor's veto of Resolution 047-23 regarding budget transfer (4-3)
• Approved waiver use for Uptown Cheapskate at 29508 Seven Mile Road
• Approved waiver use for Individual Brewing Co. L.L.C. at 38083 Ann Arbor Road
• Authorized $60,121 purchase of Ford F250 Battalion Chief Command Vehicle
• Approved $41,053 bid from CMP Distributors for fire department ballistic vests and helmets
• Confirmed appointment of Anne Morris to Board of Review and Lora Weingarden to Board of Ethics

City Council

The Livonia City Council is holding a study meeting to discuss and potentially approve a range of items, including permits for a Canada goose nest/egg destruction, appointments to city boards, waiver petitions for a second-hand store and a micro-brewery, and numerous contracts and purchases. Key financial items include intergovernmental agreements for road improvements on Farmington and Merriman Roads, with city participation costs of $118,936 and $182,912 respectively, and a sidewalk repair program contract extension. The agenda is substantive, with no procedural-only items.

• Permit for Canada goose nest/egg destruction at Newburgh Park Condominium Association
• Waiver petition for Uptown Cheapskate second-hand store at 29508 Seven Mile Road
• Waiver petition for Individual Brewing Co. micro-brewery at 38083 Ann Arbor Road
• Intergovernmental agreement for Farmington Road improvements (city share $118,936)
• Intergovernmental agreement for Merriman Road improvements (city share $182,912)

The Livonia City Council held a study meeting on February 13, 2023, and directed 21 items to the consent or regular agenda for formal approval. These included appointments, waiver petitions, contracts, and purchases. One waiver petition for a Canada goose nest/egg destruction permit was withdrawn by the petitioner. No final votes were taken at this study session.

• Withdrawn: Canada goose nest/egg destruction permit request
• Directed to regular agenda: Appointment of Anne Morris to Board of Review
• Directed to regular agenda: Reappointment of Lora Weingarden to Board of Ethics
• Directed to consent agenda: Waiver for Uptown Cheapskate second-hand store at 29508 Seven Mile Rd
• Directed to consent agenda: Waiver for 1 For All Brewery micro-brewer at 38083 Ann Arbor Rd
• Directed to consent agenda: Dominion Voting Systems maintenance contract
• Directed to consent agenda: Fire department ballistic vests/helmets bid award
• Directed to consent agenda: Purchase of 2023 Ford F250 command vehicle

City Council

The Livonia City Council will decide on routine administrative items including a noise ordinance waiver for a coffee shop car show, several vehicle and equipment purchases for public safety, and contract approvals. The meeting also includes bids for IT infrastructure, tree audits, and stormwater agreements, along with amendments to housing plans and employee health insurance rules.

• Waive noise ordinance for Gale Wilcox’s coffee shop car show at 19215 Merriman Road on May 20, 2023
• Authorize $1.2M purchase of one 2023 Life Line Type-1 Superliner ambulance for Livonia Fire and Rescue
• Award $450K bid to replace Police Division network firewall and switching infrastructure
• Approve 11 police vehicles using state cooperative pricing
• Amend 2016-2021 Consolidation Plan to allocate CARES Act CDBG funds for COVID-19 response

The City Council authorized several public safety purchases, including 11 police vehicles and a new ambulance. Council also approved a wage increase for Police Reserve Officers and a budget amendment transferring funds to the Building Improvement Fund.

• Approved purchase of 11 police vehicles for $444,463.00
• Approved purchase of 2023 Life Line ambulance not to exceed $277,676.00
• Increased Police Reserve Officer hourly wage from $12.50 to $18.00 (5-2)
• Approved $90,293.31 for police and fire network firewall and switching infrastructure
• Approved $169,000.00 for City-owned tree inventory/audit via MEDC grant
• Approved budget amendment transferring $133,132.00 to Building Improvement Fund (4-3)
• Approved Tentative Agreement with AFSCME Union Local 1917 (2022-2025)
• Authorized $662,701.00 in CDBG-CV funds for infectious disease response

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Livonia Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public meeting to consider two appeals. The first is a tabled case from December 2022 regarding a directional sign and wall sign at 38141 Ann Arbor Road that exceed area and amount limits. The second is a request for a six-foot-tall privacy fence on commercial property at 14525 Farmington Road, which is not allowed under current rules. Public comments may be submitted in writing to the ZBA Office.

• Appeal 2022-11-32: John Beshi, 38141 Ann Arbor Road, seeks a directional sign and additional wall sign, both exceeding allowed area/amount.
• Appeal 2023-01-03: Charter Communications, 14525 Farmington Road, requests a six-foot privacy fence on commercial property, not permitted.
• Meeting at Livonia City Hall Auditorium, 33000 Civic Center Drive, 7:00 p.m.

The Zoning Board of Appeals tabled a request from John Beshi for sign variances at 38141 Ann Arbor Road to allow for further revisions. The Board also approved a variance for Charter Communications at 14525 Farmington Road to install a six-foot-tall security fence, citing data center security needs. Additionally, the Board approved the minutes from the January 10, 2023, meeting and adopted updated Rules of Procedure.

• Tabled sign variance for 38141 Ann Arbor Road (5-2)
• Approved six-foot security fence for 14525 Farmington Road (7-0)
• Approved January 10, 2023, meeting minutes
• Adopted updated Rules of Procedure

City Council

The Livonia City Council Finance and Budget Committee is discussing a budget amendment to remove funding for the position of Director of Government Affairs. This is a discussion item, not a final decision, and the mayor, city attorney, and finance director have been asked to attend.

• Budget amendment to remove funding for Director of Government Affairs position

City Council

The Livonia City Council will vote on several items, including a proposed rezoning for a hotel at 31501 Schoolcraft Road, a waiver petition for a new automated car wash at 20330 & 20340 Farmington Road, and approval of the 2023 sidewalk repair program. The council will also consider increasing library meeting room rates, setting a date for special assessments on unpaid sidewalk charges, and amending an engineering contract for stormwater improvements.

• Rezoning request by Nofar Hotel Group for 31501 Schoolcraft Road from C-3 to C-4
• Waiver petition by Mannik & Smith Group for auto wash at 20330 & 20340 Farmington Road
• 2023 sidewalk repair program covering ~422 scattered locations plus 128 in Sections 1-6
• Library meeting room rate increase at Bennett Civic Center Library
• Engineering contract amendment with Hubbell, Roth & Clark for Greenmead detention pond

The Livonia City Council approved a waiver use and preliminary site plan to demolish a commercial building and construct a Clean Express automated car wash at 20330 and 20340 Farmington Road. The Council also approved a $31,500 contract amendment for engineering services on the Greenmead Regional Detention Pond Project, increased meeting room rental rates at the Bennett Civic Center Library, and advanced sidewalk repair and special assessment programs.

• Approved minutes of the January 18, 2023 regular meeting
• Discharged Committee of the Whole from further consideration of rezoning petition 2022-05-01-01 for 31501 Schoolcraft Road (6-0)
• Approved Bennett Civic Center Library meeting room and auditorium rate increases for residents and non-residents (6-0)
• Directed Treasurer to send statement of charges for 2022 Sidewalk Program, Contract 22-G, and set special assessment public hearing for June 26, 2023 (6-0)
• Required property owners to complete 2023 sidewalk repairs/installations by May 5, 2023, and authorized city-responsible sidewalk and crosswalk construction (6-0)
• Approved waiver use and preliminary site plan for Clean Express auto wash at 20330 and 20340 Farmington Road with conditions (6-0)
• Authorized $31,500 contract amendment with Hubbell, Roth & Clark, Inc. for Greenmead Regional Detention Pond Project Phase 1 engineering services (6-0)
• Referred community transportation issues to the Senior Citizens, Families and Environment Committee

City Council

The Livonia City Council is holding a study meeting to discuss and potentially approve several items, including a new AFSCME union contract, purchases of police vehicles and fire department equipment, and a bid for a city tree audit. The agenda also includes requests to waive the noise ordinance for a coffee shop car show and to amend a housing plan to use CARES Act funding for COVID-19 response activities.

• Waive noise ordinance for car show with DJ at 19215 Merriman Road on May 20, 2023
• Purchase one 2023 Life Line Type-1 Superliner ambulance
• Purchase one Power Load ambulance cot loading system
• Award bid to replace police network firewall and switching infrastructure
• Approve AFSCME Local 1917 contract for Dec 1, 2022 – Nov 30, 2025

Council directed the approval of several public safety purchases, a union contract for AFSCME Local 1917, and a police reserve officer pay increase. One request regarding building controls system upgrades was referred to committee for further review.

• Approved noise ordinance waiver for car show at 19215 Merriman Road
• Approved purchase of one 2023 Life Line Type-1 Superliner ambulance
• Approved purchase of one Power Load ambulance cot loading system
• Approved bid to replace police network firewall and switching infrastructure
• Approved purchase of 11 marked and unmarked police vehicles
• Approved hourly rate increase for Police Reserve Officers
• Approved AFSCME Union Local 1917 contract (Dec 1, 2022 – Nov 30, 2025)
• Referred Building Controls System Upgrade Project to Capital Outlay and Infrastructure Committee

City Council

This Committee of the Whole meeting was canceled because of extreme weather conditions. The agenda item that would have been discussed is a rezoning request for a property on Schoolcraft Road.

• Rezoning request for 31501 Schoolcraft Road from C-3 to C-4
• Petition 2022-05-01-01 submitted by Nofar Hotel Group

City Council

The Livonia City Council is holding a study meeting to discuss three new business items: a request to increase meeting room rates at the Bennett Civic Center Library, setting a date to adopt a resolution placing special assessments on properties that have not paid charges for the 2022 sidewalk program (Contract 22-G), and approving the proposed 2023 sidewalk repair program covering approximately 422 scattered locations plus 128 locations in Sections 1 through 6 with significant vertical separations. No final votes are scheduled; this is a discussion session ahead of the regular meeting on January 30, 2023.

• Request to increase meeting room rates at Bennett Civic Center Library
• Set date to adopt resolution for special assessments on unpaid 2022 sidewalk charges (Contract 22-G, CR 118-22)
• Proposed 2023 sidewalk repair program: ~422 scattered locations plus 128 locations in Sections 1-6 (CR 784-82)

The Livonia City Council held a study meeting on January 18, 2023, and directed three items to the consent agenda for approval at a future regular meeting: library meeting room rate increases, special assessments for unpaid 2022 sidewalk charges, and the proposed 2023 sidewalk repair program. No final votes were taken during this study session.

• Directed library meeting room rate increase to consent agenda
• Directed special assessments for 2022 sidewalk program to consent agenda
• Directed 2023 sidewalk repair program to consent agenda

City Council

The Livonia City Council is meeting to vote on a consent agenda with 19 items, including several sole-source equipment purchases, bid awards, and a storm water maintenance agreement. They will also discuss a proposed auto wash redevelopment at 20330 & 20340 Farmington Road, salary adjustments for department heads, and a budget amendment for a vacant position. A settlement in a lawsuit against the city is also on the agenda.

• Waive bidding to buy fire equipment from sole source provider
• Waive bidding for 5-year police audio recording system maintenance
• Waive bidding for police legal advisor services (Brett M. Naumcheff)
• Award bid for Cablecast server replacement up to $31,657.50
• Auto wash redevelopment at 20330 & 20340 Farmington Road

The Livonia City Council approved the Master Plan for Greenmead Historical Park, adopted salary and benefit adjustments for department heads, and authorized numerous equipment purchases and contracts. The council also referred the 2022 Facility Condition Assessment to committee and tabled a waiver petition. Several residents spoke in favor of saving the Alfred Noble Library, but no decision was made on that topic.

• Approved Greenmead Historical Park Master Plan (unanimous)
• Approved department head salary and benefit adjustments for 2022-2025 (unanimous)
• Authorized $35,384.14 purchase of Zoll Cardiac Monitor (unanimous)
• Authorized $90,270 Equature recording system maintenance agreement (unanimous)
• Authorized $36,000 police legal advisor service agreement (unanimous)
• Approved $60,000 SHPO grant application for South Barn rehabilitation (unanimous)
• Accepted $140,789 bid for 11 Exmark mowers (unanimous)
• Tabled Waiver Petition 2022-10-02-20

City Council

The Livonia City Council is holding a closed Committee of the Whole meeting to discuss litigation matters and attorney-client privileged communications related to a pending lawsuit, Frederick R. Wheeler and Marilyn Wheeler, et al. v City of Livonia (Wayne County Circuit Court Case No. 15-009025-NZ). The meeting is authorized by a two-thirds roll call vote under the Open Meetings Act. Minutes will not be publicly available unless ordered by a court.

• Closed session to discuss pending litigation (Wheeler v. City of Livonia)
• Authorized by resolution CR 386-22
• Two-thirds roll call vote per Open Meetings Act Section 7(1)
• Attendees include Mayor, City Attorney, Assistant City Attorney, and Finance Director

City Council

The Livonia City Council is meeting as a Committee of the Whole to discuss two items: a waiver petition for a proposed auto wash redevelopment on Farmington Road, and a request to approve salary and benefit adjustments for appointed department heads for a three-year period. The meeting is open to the public, and minutes will be available afterward.

• Waiver petition for redevelopment at 20330 & 20340 Farmington Road, including demolition and new automated auto wash (Clean Express)
• Request to approve salary and benefit adjustments for appointed department heads from Dec 1, 2022 to Nov 30, 2025

The Committee of the Whole recommended approval of salary and benefit adjustments for 13 department heads and two deputies. The committee also reviewed a redevelopment petition for an automated auto wash facility on Farmington Road.

• Recommended approval of salary and benefit adjustments for appointed department heads (Dec 1, 2022 – Nov 30, 2025)
• Recommended both approving and denying resolutions for the Clean Express auto wash redevelopment at 20330 & 20340 Farmington Road

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Livonia Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on January 10, 2023, to consider an appeal by Kelly Denha for a property at 13971 Middlebelt. The appeal seeks to replace an existing ground sign, but the proposed new sign would have a deficient setback, exceed height and overall sign area limits, and exceed the allowed area for the electronic message center. The board will decide whether to grant variances or deny the appeal.

• Appeal case 2023-01-01: Kelly Denha, 13971 Middlebelt, sign replacement with setback, height, and area violations
• Public comments accepted by mail to ZBA Office, 33000 Civic Center Drive, Livonia, MI 48154

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved a variance for Kelly Denha to replace an existing pole sign with a new ground sign at 13971 Middlebelt. The approved sign exceeds standard limits for setback, height, and total area, including the electronic message center. The board required the petitioner to update directional signage to match the new aesthetics.

• Approved variance for ground sign setback (5ft proposed vs 10ft required) (7-0)
• Approved variance for sign height (7ft proposed vs 6ft allowed) (7-0)
• Approved variance for ground sign area (39 sq ft proposed vs 30 sq ft allowed) (7-0)
• Approved variance for EMC sign area (27 sq ft proposed vs 15 sq ft allowed) (7-0)
• Approved December 13, 2022 meeting minutes
• Tabled vote on Rules of Procedure pending final formatting and member comments

City Council

The Livonia City Council is holding a study meeting to discuss and potentially approve several items, including waiving sealed bid processes for sole-source purchases of fire and police equipment, a five-year maintenance agreement for the public safety audio recording system, and a one-year service agreement for constitutional policing advice. The agenda also includes bid awards for various public works supplies and equipment, a resolution supporting a historic preservation grant, and a storm water maintenance agreement. Most items are routine approvals from budgeted funds.

• Waive sealed bid to replace fire department life-saving equipment from sole source provider
• Waive formal bidding for 5-year maintenance agreement for public safety audio recording system
• Waive formal bidding for 1-year service agreement with Brett M. Naumcheff for constitutional policing advice
• Award bid for Cablecast server replacement not to exceed $31,657.50
• Purchase 11 Exmark Lazer S-Series 749 mowers through state bid process

The Livonia City Council held a study meeting on January 4, 2023, and directed approval for 19 items to be placed on the consent agenda for a future regular meeting. These items include a five-year maintenance agreement for the public safety audio recording system, a one-year service agreement with the Michigan Police Legal Advisor Group, and several Public Works purchases and bid awards. No final votes were taken; all items were directed to the consent agenda. The council also agreed to place a motion on the January 18 regular agenda to temporarily remove funding for the Director of Government Affairs position and refer it to the Finance Committee.

• Directed approval of 19 items for consent agenda
• Approved non-profit designation request for Gridiron Cru Club (consent)
• Approved reappointment of Andrew Lendrum to Brownfield Authority (consent)
• Approved waiver of sealed bid for fire equipment (consent)
• Approved 5-year maintenance agreement for police audio recording system (consent)
• Approved 1-year service agreement with Michigan Police Legal Advisor Group (consent)
• Approved 2023 Board of Review meeting schedule and compensation (consent)
• Approved resolution of support for CLG grant application for Greenmead barn (consent)

City Council

The Economic Development, Strategic Planning and Technology Committee will discuss the subject matter of a Master Plan for Greenmead Historical Park. This meeting is an open session for committee members and invited commissions.

• CR 249-20: Master Plan for Greenmead Historical Park

The Economic Development, Strategic Planning and Technology Committee reviewed the Greenmead Historical Park Master Plan, which includes modifications addressing community garden concerns, a petting zone, hobby farm, and building rehabilitation. The committee recommended an approving resolution drafted by the Law Department. The item will be placed on the January 18, 2023 Regular Meeting agenda.

• Recommended approval of Greenmead Master Plan (unanimous)