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X. MAYOR’S COMMENTS
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1. In consideration of an Application for Naming and Renaming
Memorials in the City of Lansing filed by Lansing for Cesar E. Chavez
to Rename part of Grand River Avenue as Cesar E. Chavez Avenue
(NOTE: since the scheduling of this Public Hearing the application has
been modified to add an honorary street name of Cesar E. Chaves
Avenue to Grand River Avenue and to rename Lot 56 as Cesar E.
Chavez Plaza)
XIII. COUNCIL CONSIDERATION OF LEGISLATIVE MATTERS
B. CONSENT AGENDA
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2. BY COUNCIL MEMBER WOOD, CHAIR OF THE COMMITTEE ON
PUBLIC SAFETY
a. Introduction of an Ordinance of the City of Lansing, Michigan,
to Repeal Chapter 1615 of the Lansing Codified Ordinances
and Add a New Chapter 1615, to align its provisions with those
of the Michigan Penal Code Fireworks Chapter, to allow for
issuance of permits for retail sale for three months or for one
year, and to clarify when inspections of permittees will be
conducted, and setting a Public Hearing for September, 13,
2010
b. Introduction of an Ordinance of the City of Lansing, Michigan,
to Amend Section 1248.03 of the Lansing Codified Ordinances
to address the presence of primary caregivers under the
Michigan Medical Marihuana Act in residential districts (home
occupation regulation), and setting a Public Hearing for
September 13, 2010
F. ORDINANCES FOR PASSAGE
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XIV. SPEAKER REGISTRATION FOR PUBLIC COMMENT ON CITY GOVERNMENT
RELATED MATTERS
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b. Letter from the State of Michigan Department of Treasury providing a
copy of an Obsolete Property Rehabilitation Act (OPRA) Certificate for
property located at 300 Elvin Ct.
c. Community Funding Reporting Statement submitted by Pinebrook
Manor for its Neighborhood Networks “Get to Know Your Neighbor
Day” event held August 5, 2010
d. Letter of Resignation from the Park Board submitted by Cynthia Ward
e. Letters from John Pollard of 1718 Blair St. submitting an alleged
Charter violation by Mayoral Executive Assistant Jerry Ambrose, and
a copy of a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request regarding City
Council committee meetings
XVI. MOTION OF EXCUSED ABSENCE
Persons with disabilities who need an accommodation to fully participate in this meeting should contact the
City Clerk’s Office at (517) 483-4131 (TDD (517) 483-4479). 24 hour notice may be needed for certain
accommodations. An attempt will be made to grant all reasonable accommodation requests.
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CITY OF LANSING
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
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Attachments
Application for Naming and Renaming Memorials
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City of Lansing, Michigan
Attachments
1-The proposed honorary street name of Cesar E. Chavez Ave, commencing at Oakland and East Grand
River Ave and ending at Pine Street and West Grand River Avenue. The Lansing for Cesar E. Chavez
Committee and the Old Town Commercial Association is requesting the name of an American hero
whose struggle for justice and equality for all Americans is well recognized and documented. He, like
Mahatma Gandhi, Martin Luther King Jr., Mother Teresa and others, understood the meaning of non
violent social change and used it to elevate the human condition. Cesar E. Chavez was a social activist
who founded the first successful Farm Workers union in American history whose mission was to reclaim
dignity, fair wages, medical coverage, benefits and humane living conditions for millions of Americans.
Cesar E. Chavez inspired millions of Americans and was a recipient of the Martin Luther King Jr. Peace
Prize and also awarded the presidential Medal of Freedom America's highest civilian honor. His
philosophy, "Si se Puede" or "Yes we can," influenced millions of Americans to seek economic and social
equality since the 1960's and that philosophy is still alive and well today. Cesar E. Chavez, a United
States veteran served in the Navy and served in World War II. His life was dedicated to advancing the
cause and improving the life of all farm workers and of all oppressed people in the United States and the
world.
2-The effect of the proposed honorary name upon residents is very positive. We have found zero
negative impact and believe the honorary signs for Chavez will give an opportunity to raise awareness
about who he was and what he did. Other potential positive effects include the increase of commerce,
and in turn increased property values, in the area. The signage will illustrate that Lansing, Michigan is a
city that believes in diversity and understands the importance of tolerance and inclusion of honoring
Americans who have made a difference for all.
3 -The effect of the proposed honorary name upon business is very positive. We have found zero
negative impact and believe the honorary signs for Chavez will give an opportunity to raise awareness
about who he was and what he did, while limiting the proposed cost of a complete street name change.
The proposed additional signage will addresses three main concerns from Old Town businesses and
property owners. 1) It maintains the historic integrity of Grand River Ave. as a heritage trail and main
artery through the state of Michigan used first by the Native Americans. 2) The additional signage does
not demand extra cost or confusion for businesses that are currently within the proposed area or the
customers that patronize them. And lastly, 3) the decision to move forward on a combination of
projects to honor Cesar E. Chavez and educate the community has been an inclusive one. The process
included many meetings, letters, signatures, and heightened awareness and respect for what both
Lansing for Cesar E. Chavez and the Old Town community want to achieve for the greater Lansing area.
4- Implementation cost will be minimal.to both the City and business owners. Maximum cost for sign
toppers for the 28 signs along the proposed section of Grand River Avenue is $100 each.
5 - In terms of anticipated support, each day citizens of Lansing and organizations continue to express
great support of a visible and honorable memorial for Cesar E. Chavez. A variety of local organizations
and stakeholders have clearly stated their support of both honorary street signs and Cesar E. Chavez
Plaza. This project will unite many of the citizens of Lansing to work together for the betterment of the
City of Lansing using Old Town as a vehicle to unify.
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accompanied tip pat ent fcr the estimated cost:'o rraailing, rig iiwe ttr . ouirn rs of;a^t prrsuzsrtie
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1-The proposed name change of City Lot 56 to Cesar Chavez Plaza. The Lansing for Cesar E. Chavez
Committee and the Old Town Commercial Association is requesting the name of an American hero
whose struggle for justice and equality for all Americans is well recognized and documented. He, like
Mahatma Gandhi, Martin Luther King Jr., Mother Teresa and others, understood the meaning of non
violent social change and used it to elevate the human condition. Cesar E. Chavez was a social activist
who founded the first successful Farm Workers union in American history whose mission was to reclaim
dignity, fair wages, medical coverage, benefits and humane living conditions for millions of Americans.
Cesar E. Chavez inspired millions of Americans was a recipient of the Martin Luther King Jr. Peace Prize
and also awarded the presidential Medal of Freedom America's highest civilian honor. His philosophy,
"Si se Puede" or "Yes we can," influenced millions of Americans to seek economic and social equality
since the 1960's and that philosophy is still alive and well today. Cesar E. Chavez, a United States
veteran served in the Navy and served in World War II. His life was dedicated to advancing the cause
and improving the life of all farm workers and of all oppressed people in the United States and the
world.
2 -The effect of the proposed plaza upon residents is very positive. We have found zero negative
impact and believe the signage and educational information throughout the plaza in honor of Chavez
will give an opportunity to raise awareness about who he was and what he did. Other potential positive
effects include the increase of commerce, and in turn increased property values, in the area. The Plaza
will give residents and stakeholders a safe and welcoming area to gather and celebrate the power of
community. The signage will illustrate that Lansing, Michigan is a city that believes in diversity and
understands the importance of tolerance and inclusion of honoring Americans who have made a
difference for all.
3 -The effect of the proposed plaza upon business is very positive. We have found zero negative impact
and believe the signage and educational information throughout the plaza in honor of Chavez will give
an opportunity to raise awareness about who he was and what he did. Currently, the lot in the heart of
Lansing's culture and arts district is the stage for over 111 festivals and events attracting 125,000 people
and $146,000 in advertising. The plaza has acted as a gathering place for events celebrating the history
and diversity of Lansing and will now be named after a man that recognized the power of community.
The process in which this memorial was decided included many meetings, letters, signatures, and
heightened awareness and respect for what both Lansing for Cesar E. Chavez and the Old Town
community want to achieve for the greater Lansing area.
4- Implementation cost will be minimal to both the City and business owners. All improvements to
Cesar E. Chavez Plaza will be privately funded including archways, statues, gardens and educational
plaques. Lansing for Cesar Chavez will act as the fiduciary arm of the partnership while both Old Town
Commercial Association and Lansing for Cesar Chavez volunteers will donate time and resources to
make the memorial a reality.
5- In terms of anticipated support, each day citizens of Lansing and organizations continue to express
great support of a visible and honorable memorial for Cesar Chavez. A variety of local organizations and
stakeholders have clearly stated their support of both honorary street signs and Cesar E. Chavez Plaza.
This project will unite many of the citizens of Lansing to work together for the betterment of the City of
Lansing using Old Town as a vehicle to unify.
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1n the interest of remaining within the initial time lines.of the process we will be
contacting you with updated information to help us further our goal of a proper
memorial for Cesar E. Chavez.
Please forward this information to the City Council for consideration. Thank you
for your prompt attention in this matter. If you have further questions feel free to
contact me at (517) 749-0181.
Please find attached the necessary documents needed for review to consider the
application and a check for the cost of the mailing for notification to those
affected by the change. If there is more information or documentation needed to
complete the process please contact me at (517) 749-0181. Thank you for your
attention in this matter.
va Reyes, Chai
The Lansing for Cesar E. Chavez Committee
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Projected implementation .cost if application is approved:
if the Proposed Memorial involves changing a street name, this application must be
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accompanied by payment for the estimated cost of mailing notice to owners of all properties
with mailing addresses on the subject reet.
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When you are done with this form, please return it to:
Chris Swope, City Clerk
'Lansing City Clerk's Office
Ninth Floor, City Hall, 124 W. Michigan Ave., Lansing, Ml 48933-1695
clerk@lansingmi.gov
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ADDENDUM
(1) The proposed street name change from Grand River Avenue is, to Cesar E.
Chavez Avenue, "commencing at Oakland and East Grand River Avenue and
ending at Pine Street and West Grand River Avenue. The Lansing for Cesar
E. Chavez Committee is requesting the name of an American hero whose
struggle for justice and equality for all Americans is well recognized and
documented. He, like Mahatma Gandhi, Martin Luther King Jr., Mother
Teresa and others understood the meaning of non violent social change and
used it to elevate the human condition. Cesar E. Chavez was a social activist
who founded the first. successful Farm Workers union in American history
whose mission was to reclaim dignity, fair wages, medical coverage, benefits
and humane living conditions for millions of American's. Cesar E. Chavez
inspired millions of Americans was a recipient of the Martin Luther King Jr.
Peace Prize and also awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom America's
highest civilian honor: His philosophy, "Si se Puede"or "Yes we Can,"
influenced millions of Americans to seek economic and social equality since
the 1960's and that philosophy is still alive and well today. Cesar E. Chavez
a United States veteran served in the Navy and sewed in World War H. His
life was dedicated to advancing the cause of and improving the life of all farm
workers and of all oppressed people in the United States and the world.
(4) The effect of the proposed name change upon residents and businesses is
being received favorably. Many of the businesses currently on what is now
Grand River Avenue have expressed a positive response to the street name
change. The Lansing for Cesar E. Chavez Committee have met with business
owner's and with the Old Town Commercial Association representing many of
the businesses on Grand River Avenue who are supportive of the change.
Another significant effect is the attracting of business and commerce in that area.
Two businesses have been identified and have made it known that the changing
of Grand River to Cesar E. Chavez has encouraged them to open new business
within the area resulting from the proposed street name change. In terms of a
social effect, it will illustrate that Lansing, Michigan is a'city that believes in
diversity and understands the importance of tolerance and inclusion of honoring
Americans who have made a difference for all.
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(5) The projected cost should be minimal to the city and to the business owners
currently on Grand River. Thirty street signs have been identified that would
require changing from Grand River Ave. to Cesar E. Chavez Ave. According to
Chad A. Gamble, P. E., Director of Public Service, it cost about $110.00 per sign
to be replaced and installed. Mr. Chris Swope, Lansing City Clerk, has quoted
the anticipated cost of $117.00 for mailing notification to the area businesses and
residents. In terms of the cost of the business owner's changing their stationery,
it is being recommended that a gradual name change process be considered so
that the current stationery can be utilized until the street name is officially
changed. The businesses would incur a one time only cost as part of the normal
procedure for reordering of stationery with the new street name. Another option
is the Committee has negotiated with a local print shop that will offer a group rate
for printing of new stationery to help absorb some of the cost for the business
owners on Grand River Avenue.
There has been nominal opposition to the street name change. The Lansing for
Cesar E. Chavez Committee representatives continue to meet with individuals,
organizations, business association and business owner's .doing business on the
affected street name change to garner their support. On going meetings have
been scheduled with agreed upon discussion guidelines of civility, to dialogue
with anyone or any organization that may oppose such a street name change.
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Lansing for Cesar E. Chavez Avenue
Whereas, Cesar E. Chavez, a social activist founded the first successful Farm
Workers Union (UFWOC) in the United States, whose mission was to obtain
dignity, fair wages, medical coverage, benefits and humane living conditions for
the millions of farm laborers that toil in agricultural industry; and
Whereas, Cesar -E. Chavez has inspired millions of people, was a recipient of
the Martin Luther King Jr. Peace Prize, and awarded the Presidential Medal of
Freedom, America's highest civilian honor for his outstanding contributions to our
country; and
Whereas, Cesar E. Chavez visited Lansing, Michigan, the Capital City of the
State of Michigan, a major agricultural state, several times as a result of his
concern for the thousands of farm workers in Michigan; and
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Whereas, it is fitting to rename that portion of Grand River Avenue commencing
at Oakland Street and East Grand River Avenue and ending at Pine Street and
West Grand River Avenue, to Cesar E. Chavez Avenue because of its, visibility
and proximity to the Capital, and its location in the heart of Lansing's well
established Latino Community and Old Town which has been recognized as a
cultural and business attraction. Moreover, the name change will enhance the
business and cultural environment of the area, promote economic investment,
and will alleviate the confusion caused by the use of North, East, and West
Grand River.
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COMMITTEES
89TH DISTRICT MICHIGAN HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
STATE CAPITOL CHAIR, JUDICIARY
P.O. BOX 30014 GREAT LAKES AND ENVIRONMENT
LANSING. MI 48909-7514 MARK MEADOWS MICHIGAN LAW REVISION
PHONE: (517) 373-1786 COMMISSION
FAX: (517) 373-5717
STAIE REPRESENTATIVE URBAN POLICY
E-MAIL: markmeadows©house.mi.gov
ASSISTANT LEADER
95TH LEGISLATURE
12 February 2009
I am writing today to express my heartfelt support for your campaign to honor Cesar E.
Chavez. Mr. Chavez was a diligent, dedicated champion of worker's rights. He
established an activist legacy that is to be greatly admired. His sacrifice and
determination serve as an inspiration to each of us.
Renaming a section of E. Grand River Avenue in Chavez' honor would serve as fitting
reminder of his ceaseless efforts to bring about positive change. Such an action would
reflect the respect and admiration felt by so many in our community who value Mr.
Chavez' tireless crusade for social justice.
Because of this, I stand with you in your effort to recognize the memory of Cesar Chavez
and his important work.
Lansing City Council
124 W. Michigan Ave.
9th Floor
Lansing, MI 48933
l am signing this letter to let you know I support the name change of
Grand River Ave. to Cesar E. Chavez Ave.
Thank you,
February 18, 2010
l am signing this letter to let you know l support the name change of
Grand River Ave. to Cesar E. Chavez Ave.
Thank you,
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supports the, safety of migrant and seasonal workers. Ensuring their protection as well as
the enforcement of contractual obligations by the Code of Regulations set forth by the
Department of Labor.
Cesar E. Chavez organized the migrant worker for better conditions. For their health,
safety, not working in pesticides fields, and better wages.
Today many migrant workers still struggle to make abetter living. But with Cesar
Chavez determination in educating the legislature and their community to be strong.
We need to continue this education within our community. And this will be the first
question as to why we should have a street named after Cesar E. Chavez. For his hard
work to educate the community that migrant workers need safe working conditions and
better pay.
In Solidarity,
at.
aria C#. Starr, P esident
Greater Lansing Area LCLAA Chapter
Coalition of Labor Union Women
Michigan Capitol Area Chapter
The Coalition of Labor Union Women is America's only national organization for union
women formed in 1974.
The primary mission of CLUW is to unify all union women in a viable organization to
determine our common problems and goals. We have four goals: to promote affirmative
action in the workplace, to strengthen the role of women in unions, to organize the
unorganized women, and to increase the involvement of women in the political and
legislative process.
As we know, Delores Huerta worked closely with Cesar E. Chavez. Her concern for the
working conditions of farm workers, Ceasr E. Chavez made a difference in Delores
Huerta's life. By organizing the migrant workers, helping them get a better life. And
educating the legislators about the bad working conditions in the fields.
We are in support of the street being named "Cesar E. Chavez". Our community need to
be educated and remember Cesar E. Chavez for his hard work.
rho^o^d,
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Veronica Johnson, P i sident
Michigan Capitol Area CLUW Chapter
President
Roberta Cannon Lansing Chapter
Vice President
Kim Wilson AT R.I.
Secretary/reasurer
Glender Anderson
A. Philip . Randolph Institute
Recording Secretary P.O. BOX 12041 • LANSING, MI 48901-2041
Anita R. Dawson
Corresponding Secretary
Temea Robertson
Parliamentarian March 2, 2010
John Fedewa
Sergeant-at-Arms To: Community Leaders
Maria Starr
RE: Lansing for Cesar E. Chavez
Trustees
Melvin Coleman
Marilyn Coulter On behalf of the A. Philip Randolph Institute =- Lansing .Chapter, € would like to
Veronica Johnson express our support of the Lansing for Cesar E. Chavez Committee. As an
organization named for another labor leader, A. Philip Randolph, we understand
the importance of the sacrifice and courage that these men endured in their
lives. They strongly fought for equality of all people. We as a nation have reaped
the benefits of their hard work and commitment.
"Fighting for social justice, it seems to me, is one of the profounder ways in
which man can say yes to man's dignity, and that really means sacrifices. There
is no way on this earth in which you can say yes to man's dignity and know that
you' re going to be spared some sacrifice." Chavez, 1975
it is based on this principle that we are asking you to strongly consider the
request of the Committee to rename Grand River Avenue (commencing at
Oakland Street and ending at Pine Street and West Grand River Avenue) to
Cesar E. Chavez Avenue. Chavez sacrificed much, and we feel that it is time that
his dignity is honored.
in Solidarity,
It is my pleasure to support your efforts to have the City of Lansing adopt a measure that
will honor Cesar E. Chavez in a manner that pays tribute to him and reminds us of his
extraordinary life and how much he contributed to Lansing, to Michigan, and the nation.
Cesar E. Chavez was one of those extraordinary individuals who reminded the entire
nation about its core values, and through his actions, raised our humanity and that of the
people on whose behalf he advocated - farmworkers and their families.
Cesar Chavez focused the nation on the basic principles that we are all human and that
the poor and powerless must not be treated in subhuman ways just because those with
power and resources wish to do so as they pursue profits and wealth.
Frmmworkers and their families tend to and harvest the crops that feed the nation and the
world. These are hardworking honest people who, during his time, lived and labored,
and, in many cases still today, continue to live and labor in deplorable conditions on our
nation's farms. They experienced long hours in the fields without basic necessities,
such as shade from the hot sun, drinking water and toilets, often under the spray of
pesticides, and for exceptionally low wages.
JSR1 Cesar argued that these conditions robbed workers out of several years of life, with the
average life span of a farmworker during his day being as low as 49 years.
Cesar forced the nation to recognize the humanity of farmworkers and in the process
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INSTITUTE had achieved or failed to achieve.
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everyone to pursue life, liberty and happiness.
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better society - that conspicuous consumption is not a virtue, and that our own lives
should not be based on the dehumanization of others.
This message is one that needs to be taught to our children and one that we must be
constantly reminded of if we are to stay the course in realizing a better, more just and
more humane society and world. The near collapse of our financial sector reminds us
that human nature has not changed much over the centuries, and that greed must be
overcome with values and principles that guide our behaviors.
Cesar Chavez could have led a vastly different life given his talents, but instead he
dedicated himself to improving the lives of one of the most vulnerable populations in
our society. In doing so he became the most recognized Latino leader.of the 20 th
Century.
For his achievements and contributions Cesar Chavez was nominated three times for the
Nobel Peace Prize by the American Friends Service Committee. In 1994, he was
awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom by President William Clinton, and in 2006,
he was inducted into the California Hall of Fame by Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger.
He has been recognized by organizations, cities, towns, and states across the country.
Sadly, Lansing, the capital city of Michigan, a state which has hosted millions of
farmworkers over the decades, and maintains a $4 billion industry with the support of
farmworkers, has not been willing nor found a way to pay tribute to this great man.
Cesar Chavez' courage was extraordinary, his commitment was extraordinary, and his
deeds and life were extraordinary. Lansing must find a way to celebrate both his life
and his contributions to Michigan and show the state and the nation that it, too, stands
for justice and equality for all.
Sincerely,
Lae--1m,
Ruben Martinez, PhD.
Director
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Lansing Branch
Elva Reyes
Lansing for Cesar E. Chavez Committee
'1984 S. Steward Road
Charlotte, Ml. 48813
Winston Williams, Jr.
President
Giender Anderson Dear Mrs. Reyes,
le Vice President
Dorothy Wilson
Secretary The Lansing Branch NAACP is honored to support the Lansing for
Cesar E. Chavez Committee, in their efforts to request that the City of
Cathy Milett Lansing rename the city street Grand River Avenue (commencing at
Assistant Secretary Oakland Street and ending at Pine Street and West Grand River Ave.) to
Marquis Hudson Cesar E. Chavez Avenue.
Treasurer
Cesar E. Chavez stood on the principles of ensuring the political,
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educational, social, and economic equality of rights of all persons and to
Sarah Anthony eliminate racial hatred and racial discrimination. These are also the same
Jeanne Baugh principles that the NAACP has embraced for over . 100 years.
Jerusha Bonham
Lester Bryant
Roberta Canon Thus the Lansing Branch NAACP understands that it is vitally
Melvin Coleman important that the memory of Cesar E. Chavez is actively engaged in the
Marilyn Coulter minds and hearts of the citizens of Lansing on a daily basis. This is a great
Anita Dawson opportunity for Lansing to advance Cesar legacy of working together for the
Patricia Fitzpatrick betterment of mankind.
James Gill
Betty Gilmore
Carolyn Logan The renaming of Grand River Ave. is long overdue. I am confident
Lillian McFadden, EdD. that no 'matter what struggles we have to overcome, we will be victorious.
Melvin McWilliams, Esq.
Tynnetta Qawwee
Derrell Slaughter
Danielle Stubbs
Penny Warner
Rudolf Wilson
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WHEREAS, 23.2 million people age 12 and older in the United States needed
treatment for a substance use disorder in 2009 and less than 10% were able to
access treatment; and
WHEREAS, the stigma attached to alcohol and drug disorders has kept a
significant number of Americans from seeking treatment for their use; and
WHEREAS, resources exist online and in our community, willing, ready, and able
to provide education, prevention, treatment, and a welcoming hand to help
change and redirect lives; and
WHEREAS, to help achieve this goal, the U.S. Department of Health and Human
Services, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, the
White House Office of National Drug Control Policy, Recovery Network Inc., and
the Recovery Month Coalition invite all residents of City of Lansing to participate
in National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Month (September 2010); and
WHEREAS, with the retirement of the City Council's Legislative Office Manager,
the City Council is in need of immediate temporary assistance to continue to
timely fulfill its duties and obligations; and
WHEREAS, the Committee on Personnel met on Thursday, August 26, 2010 and
interviewed the Legislative Office Manager prior to her retirement and has
determined that she is willing to return and assist City Council on a temporary
employment basis after her retirement; and
WHEREAS, she would continue to serve the City Council temporarily in the
capacity of Legislative Office Manager by entering into a temporary employment
contract within the constraints of the current FY 2011 budget;
WHEREAS, the Code Compliance Manager has determined that the building located at 6226
Barker, Parcel # 33-01-05-08-203-141 legally described as: Lot 136 Southfield is an unsafe or
dangerous building as defined in Section 1460.24 of the Lansing Uniform Housing Code and the
Housing Law of Michigan and was red tagged on April 23, 2008; and
WHEREAS, a hearing was held by the Hearing Officers on March 25, 2010, at which the
Hearing Officers determined that said building was an unsafe and dangerous building and
ordered the building demolished or made safe by April 22, 2010; and
WHEREAS, said Hearing Officers filed a report of their findings and order with the City Council
and requested the City Council to take appropriate action under the Lansing Housing and
Premises Code and the Housing Law of Michigan; and
WHEREAS, the Housing Law of Michigan and Premises Code require a hearing be conducted
to give the property owner an opportunity to show cause why a dangerous structure should not
be demolished or otherwise made safe; and
WHEREAS, the City Council held a public hearing on May 24, 2010, to review the findings and
the order of the Hearing Officers and the owners were notified in writing of said hearing and had
an opportunity to appear and show cause why said building should not be demolished or
otherwise made safe; and
WHEREAS, the Code Compliance Office has determined that compliance with the order of the
Lansing Demolition Hearing Board Officer has not occurred; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the owner(s) of 6226 Barker are hereby directed
to comply with the order of the Hearing Officers to demolish or otherwise make safe the said
building within sixty days from the date of this resolution, Monday, August 30, 2010.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the property owner(s) is hereby notified that this order must
be appealed within twenty days pursuant to MCL 125.542 and should the owners fail to comply
with the Hearing Officers' order for demolition or make safe, the Manager of Code Compliance
is hereby directed to proceed with demolition of said building.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the cost of such demolition shall be a lien against the real
property and shall be reported to the City Assessor.
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED that the owners in whose name the property appears upon the last
local tax assessment record shall be notified by the City Assessor of the amount of such cost by
first class mail at the address shown on the records. Upon the owners failure to pay the same
within thirty (30) days after mailing by the City Assessor of the notice of the amount thereof, the
amount of said costs shall be a lien and shall be filed and recovered as provided by law and the
lien shall be collected and treated in the same manner as provided for property tax liens under
the general property tax act.
REPORT BY THE COMMITTEE ON PUBLIC SAFETY
THE COMMITTEE ON PUBLIC SAFETY met on Tuesday, August 24, 2010, to continue the
discussion on its proposed Manufactured Homes Ordinance, which would allow the City to
register manufactured homes as rentals and make safety inspections.
e Some of the concerns of the Department included training for Code Officers based on the
National Manufactured Housing Construction Standards and where our employees could
obtain that training.
• The law requires the approval of the Lansing Housing and Premises Code by the
Michigan Manufactured Housing Commission, which must comport with the National
Manufactured Housing Construction Standards.
The Committee requested that the Building Safety Office compile a report detailing how the
proposed ordinance would be enforced, a cost estimate for training for Code Compliance
Officers, along with a plan to implement the amendment to the Mobile Home Commission Act 96
of 1987. The report outlining their findings is attached.
After reviewing the report in the Committee we came to the following conclusions:
✓ Based on the information and discussion with the Manger of Building Safety and Code
Compliance Office for the City of Lansing we cannot implement an ordinance to provide
safety inspections of rented manufactured homes.
❑ The State abdicated their responsibility to local municipalities without giving them the
tools which would allow them to enforce such an ordinance.
• The Committee on Public Safety and the staff deemed appropriate by the Manager of
Building Safety and Code Compliance conduct a meeting with the Michigan
Manufactured Housing Commission to discuss the short falls in the statue.
The safety of residents who choose to rent should not be based on whether they rent a single
family home, apartment, or mobile home. Many years ago the City of Lansing understood the
importance of having safe housing available for its residents and adopted Lansing Housing and
Premises Code; due to the loophole in the Mobile Home Act people who rent mobile homes in
Lansing cannot be assure that same level of safety. Mobile home occupants are twice as likely to
die from a fire as occupants of other one-or-two family residences according to HUD. This is
unacceptable, the U. S. Fire Administration states fires in manufactured homes claim the lives of
over 300 Americans each year and injure 700 more. Many of these fires cause by heating and
electrical systems malfunctions and improper storage of combustibles. Many of these are same
issues that today Lansing cannot inspect for.
Signed by:
Interoffice Communication
Building Safety Office
City of Lansing
316 N. Capitol Ave., Suite C-i
Mayor Virg Bernero Lansing, MI 48933-1238
(517) 483-4355 Fax (517) 377-0169
The legislation allowing local units of government to register manufactured homes as rentals
and make "inspections for safety" was proposed in the legislature and was signed into law by
Gov. Granholm. This is an amendment to the Mobile Home Commission Act 96 of 1987. This
law became effective January 4, 2010. It is not a mandate. Municipalities may adopt an
Ordinance for this purpose.
The change to the Mobile Home Act states a local government may inspect mobile homes
rented to tenants by the owner for safety if the safety inspection ordinance applies to all other
rental housing within the local governmental unit. Inspections for safety shall not require
enforcement of any mobile home construction standards that are greater than those applicable
to the mobile home under the national manufactured housing construction and safety standards
act of 1974, 42 USC 5401 - 5426, or standards or codes to which the mobile home was
constructed if it was constructed before application of the national manufactured housing
construction and safety standards act of 1974.
Issues I see are noted below. They are consistent with comments made previously.
• This ordinance would not apply to all other rental units in the City of Lansing as required
by the law.
• The legislation states the construction standards cannot be greater than those applicable
under the national manufactured housing construction standards ar the codes to which
they were constructed if constructed before 1974. The published standards and codes
pertaining to manufactured housing are not available in this office. If a manufactured
unit was constructed in 1972, it would have to be inspected to the 1972 code and/or
standard to which it was constructed. This office has no knowledge as to where these
codes and/or standards can be obtained if at all..
• The proposed ordinance, along with the Lansing Housing and Premises Code, requires
submittal to the Manufactured Housing Commission for approval.
• The legislation does not contain language as to inspector qualifications. City of Lansing
Code Officers, Building and Trade Inspectors are not trained to inspect to the standards
required in the Act.
INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCE
An ordinance of the City of Lansing, Michigan, providing for the rezoning of a parcel
of real property located in the City of Lansing, Michigan, and for the revision of the
district maps adopted by Section 1246.02 of the Code of Ordinances.
Property identified as: Z-7-2010; 127 W. Grand River Ave., from "C" Residential
District to "G-1" Business District
Resolved by the City Council of the City of Lansing that a public hearing be set for
Monday, September 27, 2010, at 7 p.m. in City Council Chambers, Tenth Floor, Lansing
City Hall, 124 West Michigan Avenue, Lansing, Michigan, for the purpose of approving
and/or opposing the Ordinance for rezoning:
Z-7-2010; 127 W. Grand River Ave., from "C" Residential District to "G-1"
Business District
ORDINANCE #
Section 1. That the district maps adopted by and incorporated as Section 1246.02 of the Code of
Ordinances of the City of Lansing, Michigan be amended to provide as follows:
Section 2. All ordinances or parts of ordinances inconsistent with the provisions hereof are
hereby repealed.
Section 3. This ordinance was duly adopted by the Lansing City Council on , 2010,
and a copy is available in the office of the Lansing City Clerk, 9th Floor, City Hall, 124 W.
Michigan Avenue, Lansing, MI 48933.
Section 4. This ordinance shall take effect upon the expiration of seven (7) days from the date
this notice of adoption is published in a newspaper of general circulation.
An Ordinance of the City of Lansing, Michigan, to repeal Chapter 1615 of the Lansing
Codified Ordinances and add a new Chapter 1615, to align its provisions with those of
the Michigan Penal Code Fireworks Chapter, to allow for issuance of permits for retail
sale for three months or for one year, and to clarify when inspections of permittees will
be conducted,
RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL, CITY OF LANSING, that a public hearing be set
for Monday, September 13, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, 10th Floor
Lansing City Hall, 124 W. Michigan Ave., Lansing, MI for the purpose of considering an
Ordinance of the City of Lansing, Michigan, to repeal Chapter 1615 of the Lansing
Codified Ordinances and add a new Chapter 1615, to align its provisions with those of
the Michigan Penal Code Fireworks Chapter, to allow for issuance of permits for retail
sale for three months or for one year, and to clarify when inspections of permittees will
be conducted.
1 ORDINANCE NO.
4 CHAPTER 1615, TO ALIGN ITS PROVISIONS WITH THOSE OF THE MICHIGAN PENAL
6 SALE FOR THREE MONTHS OR FOR ONE YEAR, AND TO CLARIFY WHEN
9 Section 1. That Chapter 1615 of the Codified Ordinances of the City of Lansing,
12 1615.01. PURPOSE
16 1615.02. DEFINITIONS
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1 (a) NO PERSON SHALL PURCHASE, SELL, OFFER FOR SALE, POSSESS, TRANSPORT,
4 (b) ANY PERSON 18 YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER OR ANY PERSON UNDER 18 YEARS
7 THIS CODE, THOSE FIREWORKS FOR WHICH MCL 750.243a(3) DOES NOT REQUIRE
16 (c) NO PERSON SHALL USE FIREWORKS BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 11 P.M. AND 7
22 (e) THIS CHAPTER DOES NOT PROHIBIT SHIPPING FIREWORKS DIRECTLY OUT OF
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6 (b) APPLICATION FOR SUCH A PERMIT MUST BE MADE IN WRITING, TO THE CITY
11 RESOLUTION.
12 (2) THE APPLICANT'S NAME, THE APPLICANT'S VERIFIED EMAIL ADDRESS, AND
19 DAMAGE; AND (B) AT LEAST FIVE HUNDRED THOUSAND DOLLARS ($500,000) FOR
20 INJURY TO ONE PERSON AND ONE MILLION DOLLARS ($1,000,000) FOR INJURY TO
3
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2 BE STORED; THE NAME OF THE OWNER OF THE PREMISES; THE NAME OF ANY
3 BUSINESS OPERATED ON THE PREMISES AND THE NAME OF ITS OPERATOR; AND
9 VIOLATION OF THE LAWS OF THE UNITED STATES, ANY STATE, OR ANY LOCAL
14 (7) AN AFFIDAVIT THAT NEITHER THE APPLICANT NOR ANY PERSON WITH AN
17 CLERK, THE FIRE MARSHAL, THE CITY ATTORNEY, OR THE POLICE DEPARTMENT
19 (c) THE CITY CLERK SHALL REFER THE APPLICATION TO THE CITY ATTORNEY,
20 THE FIRE MARSHAL, THE POLICE DEPARTMENT, AND THE CITY TREASURER FOR
21 APPROVAL.
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1 (1) INSPECT THE LOCATION OF THE STORAGE BUILDING FOR COMPLIANCE WITH
4 (2) CONFIRM THAT NEITHER THE APPLICANT, THE PERSON RESPONSIBLE FOR
5 SUPERVISION OF THE STORAGE BUILDING, NOR ANY PERSON WHO WILL SELL
6 THE FIREWORKS IS UNDER 18 YEARS OF AGE; AND THAT ALL SUCH PERSONS
10 COUNCIL FOR APPROVAL. THE FIRE MARSHAL OR THE CITY ATTORNEY MAY
13 LIMITATIONS OR REQUIREMENTS.
17 CLERK WITHIN 10 DAYS OF THE CHANGE. THE CITY CLERK SHALL FORWARD
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2 SECTION.
3 (b) APPLICATION FOR SUCH A PERMIT MUST BE MADE IN WRITING, TO THE CITY
7 RESOLUTION.
8 (2) THE APPLICANT'S NAME, THE APPLICANT'S VERIFIED EMAIL ADDRESS, AND
15 DAMAGE; AND (B) AT LEAST FIVE HUNDRED THOUSAND DOLLARS ($500,000) FOR
16 INJURY TO ONE PERSON AND ONE MILLION DOLLARS ($1,000,000) FOR INJURY TO
18 (4) THE NAMES OF ALL PERSONS WHO WILL OPERATE THE DISPLAY, THEIR AGE,
20 ISSUED IDENTIFICATIONS.
21 (5) THE PROPOSED DATE, TIME, AND EXACT LOCATION OF THE DISPLAY.
23 THE DISPLAY.
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1 (7) THE MANNER AND LOCATION OF THE STORAGE OF THE FIREWORKS PRIOR
2 TO THE DISPLAY.
4 VIOLATION OF THE LAWS OF THE UNITED STATES, ANY STATE OR ANY LOCAL
8 (9) AN AFFIDAVIT THAT NEITHER THE APPLICANT NOR ANY PERSON WITH AN
13 SERVED.
15 CLERK, THE FIRE MARSHAL, THE CITY ATTORNEY, OR THE POLICE DEPARTMENT
17 (c) THE CITY CLERK SHALL REFER THE APPLICATION TO THE CITY ATTORNEY,
18 THE FIRE MARSHAL, THE POLICE DEPARTMENT, AND THE CITY TREASURER FOR
19, APPROVAL.
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1 (2) CONFIRM THAT THE TIME AND ALL OTHER ASPECTS OF THE DISPLAY ARE
4 (4) CONFIRM THAT THE APPLICANT IS NOT UNDER THE AGE OF 18 AND THAT
5 ANY PERSON WHO WILL OPERATE THE DISPLAY IS NOT UNDER THE AGE OF 18
10 COUNCIL FOR APPROVAL. THE FIRE MARSHAL OR THE CITY ATTORNEY MAY
13 LIMITATIONS OR REQUIREMENTS.
14 (f) ANY PERSON WITH A VALID DISPLAY PERMIT MAY PURCHASE, POSSESS, USE,
17 (g) THE FIRE MARSHAL AND HIS OR HER DESIGNEE SHALL HAVE THE RIGHT TO
19 THE FIRE MARSHAL AND HIS OR HER DESIGNEE SHALL ALSO HAVE THE RIGHT
23 UNSAFE MANNER.
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1 (h) ANY PERSON TRANSPORTING FIREWORKS WITHIN THE CITY FOR THE
2 PURPOSE OF A DISPLAY FOR WHICH A PERMIT HAS BEEN ISSUED MUST CARRY A
3 COPY OF THE PERMIT AT ALL TIMES WHILE THE FIREWORKS ARE BEING
5 MCL 750.243c, AND SHALL NOTIFY THE FIRE MARSHAL OF WHEN THE FIREWORKS
8 DURING THE FOUR DAYS PRECEDING THE DATE OF THE DISPLAY, IN THE
14 SHALL BE MADE WITHIN 1 BUSINESS DAY OF THE DATE OF THE DISPLAY FOR
15 WHICH THE PERMIT WAS ISSUED WITHOUT THE CONSENT OF THE FIRE MARSHAL
20 (a) NO PERSON SHALL SELL AT RETAIL, OFFER FOR RETAIL SALE, OR EXPOSE
21 FOR RETAIL SALE ANY FIREWORKS WITHOUT FIRST HAVING A VALID PERMIT. A
22 PERMIT MAY BE ISSUED UNDER THIS SECTION FOR A TERM OF THREE MONTHS
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2 APPROPRIATE FEES FOR EACH TYPE OF PERMIT ISSUED UNDER THIS SECTION.
3 (b) APPLICATION FOR SUCH A PERMIT MUST BE MADE IN WRITING, TO THE CITY
10 (2) THE APPLICANT'S NAME, THE APPLICANT'S VERIFIED EMAIL ADDRESS, AND
17 DAMAGE; AND (B) AT LEAST FIVE HUNDRED THOUSAND DOLLARS ($500,000) FOR
18 INJURY TO ONE PERSON AND ONE MILLION DOLLARS ($1,000,000) FOR INJURY TO
10
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1 BE STORED; THE NAME OF THE OWNER OF THE PREMISES; AND THE NAME OF
2 ANY BUSINESS LOCATED ON THE PREMISES AND THE NAME OF ITS OPERATOR.
7 VIOLATION OF THE LAWS OF THE UNITED STATES, ANY STATE, OR ANY LOCAL
11 (7) AN AFFIDAVIT THAT NEITHER THE APPLICANT NOR ANY PERSON WITH AN
14 CLERK, THE FIRE MARSHAL, THE CITY ATTORNEY, OR THE POLICE DEPARTMENT
19 (d) THE CITY CLERK SHALL REFER THE APPLICATION TO THE CITY ATTORNEY,
20 THE FIRE MARSHAL, THE POLICE DEPARTMENT, AND THE CITY TREASURER FOR
21 APPROVAL.
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1 (1) INSPECT THE PROPOSED PREMISES TO DETERMINE THAT THEY ARE A SAFE
3 (2) CONFIRM THAT NEITHER THE APPLICANT NOR ANY PERSON WHO WILL SELL
7 COUNCIL FOR APPROVAL. THE FIRE MARSHAL OR THE CITY ATTORNEY MAY
10 LIMITATIONS OR REQUIREMENTS.
12 PRESENT ON THE ENTIRE PREMISES FOR WHICH A PERMIT HAS BEEN ISSUED -
17 CLERK WITHIN 10 DAYS OF THE CHANGE. THE CITY CLERK SHALL FORWARD
20 1615.08. ENFORCEMENT
21 (a) ALL SWORN MEMBERS OF THE LANSING POLICE DEPARTMENT, THE FIRE
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1 (b) INSPECTIONS OF PREMISES FOR WHICH A PERMIT HAS BEEN ISSUED UNDER
4 THE CITY.
6 MAY:
7 (1) INSPECT ANY AREA OPEN TO THE PUBLIC DURING NORMAL BUSINESS HOURS
9 (2) INSPECT ANY AREA NOT OPEN TO THE PUBLIC, WITH CONSENT; OR
11 PRESENT.
18 VIOLATIONS OF THE LAWS OF THE UNITED STATES, ANY STATE, OR ANY LOCAL
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2 (3) ANY OTHER BASIS FOR WHICH THE STATE AND FEDERAL CONSTITUTIONS
15 MAY FILE A CLAIM FOR THEIR RETURN WITH THE CITY ATTORNEY, IN WRITING.
16 ANY SUCH CLAIM MUST STATE THE CLAIMANT'S GROUNDS FOR LAWFUL
14
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3 (g) UPON RECEIPT OF A CLAIM AND THE BOND REQUIRED BY SUBSECTION (f),
8 (h) IF 20 DAYS HAVE PASSED SINCE A SEIZURE UNDER THIS SECTION AND A
9 CLAIM AND BOND HAVE NOT BEEN FILED, THE FIREWORKS ARE FORFEITED TO
13 RELATING TO THE SEIZED FIREWORKS ARE PENDING, THE CITY MAY DISPOSE OF
18 CHAPTER
21 MARSHAL, AND THE CHIEF OF POLICE DETERMINE THAT ANY GROUNDS FOR
22 REVOCATION UNDER SUBSECTION (b) EXIST. NOTICE OF THE TIME AND PLACE
23 OF THE HEARING AND THE GROUNDS FOR REVOCATION MUST BE GIVEN TO THE
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1 PERMITTEE AT LEAST FIVE DAYS PRIOR TO. THE DATE OF THE HEARING, BY
4 OR SECTION 1615.07(i).
10 THE LAWS OF THE UNITED STATES, ANY STATE, OR ANY LOCAL UNIT OF
23 ON THE PERMIT.
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2 CITY COUNCIL.
6 1615.11. PENALTY
7 ANY PERSON WHO VIOLATES THIS CHAPTER OR THE TERMS OF ANY PERMIT
15 invalid, the same shall not affect the validity of the ordinance as a whole, or any part thereof
17 Section 4. This ordinance shall take effect on the 30th day after enactment, unless given
19 Approved as to form:
20
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22 City Attorney
23 Dated:
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INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCE
AMEND SECTION 1248.03
RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL, CITY OF LANSING, that a public hearing be set
for Monday, September 13, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, 10th Floor
Lansing City Hall, 124 W. Michigan Ave., Lansing, MI for the purpose of considering an
Ordinance of the City of Lansing, Michigan, to Amend Section 1248.03 of the Lansing
Codified Ordinances to address the presence of primary caregivers under the Michigan
Medical Marihuana Act in residential districts.
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1 ORDINANCE NO.
5 RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS.
7 Section 1. That Section 1248.03 of the Codified Ordinances of the City of Lansing,
10 (a) Conditional uses described in this section shall be permitted in an A, A-1 or B Residential
12 landscaping, screening and buffering requirements described in Chapter 1290, the conditions
13 imposed by this section and all local, State and Federal laws are met.
14 (b) An accessory structure and/or an accessory use which meets all of the following floor area
17 (1)
18 TABLE INSET:
19
Lot Size Maximum Square Footage Maximum Square Maximum Square
(square of Detached Accessory Footage of All Footage of Attached
foot) Garages Accessory Buildings Garages
Less than
600 800 600
5,000
5,000--
720 1,000 800
7,800
7,801-- 770 1,050 800
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10,800
10,80--
840 1,200 1,000
21,780
21,781--
1,000 1,200 1,000
43,560
43,560+ 1,200 1,400 1,200
1 (2) The floor area of additions and structures attached to the private garage, including, but not
2 limited to, covered patios, decks, storage areas and carports, shall be included in calculating the
4 (3) The floor area of a garage or carport space in a Planned Residential Development shall not
6 (4) The floor area of an accessory building shall not exceed the ground floor area of the
7 principal building.
8 (5) A single-family lot shall not have more than one storage shed and one garage or detached
9 carport.
10 (6) Each accessory structure shall not be located closer than 60 feet from the front lot line, nor
11 closer than three feet to a rear or side lot line, unless attached to the structure containing the
12 principal use. Detached accessory structures of 1,000 square feet or more shall be setback not
13 less than six feet from a side lot line and a rear lot line. If an accessory structure is attached to a
14 structure containing the principal use, it shall meet all dimensional requirements imposed upon
15 the structure containing the principal use, except as provided in subsection (n) hereof.
16 (7) Accessory structures for an approved nonresidential use shall comply with the setback
17 requirements for the principal structures and shall provide landscaping, screening and buffering
18 in accordance with Chapter 1290. These accessory structures are not subject to the size
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1 (8) On through lots, an accessory structure located behind the principal structure shall conform
3 (9) An attached garage with doors, that is designed for three or more vehicles, shall have at
4 least one vehicle stall offset by not less than two feet from the front facade of the remaining
5 vehicle stalls.
6 (10) The accessory structure shall not involve the operation of a business.
7 (11) An accessory structure shall not be used to service or repair a motor vehicle owned by a
8 person other than a person having a legal or equitable interest in the lot on which the accessory
9 structure is located.
11 (13) An accessory use on a lot shall not include motor vehicle repair. "Motor vehicle repair"
12 does not include minor motor vehicle service which is completed within a 24-hour period and is
13 limited to:
15 B. Minor tuneup;
18 (14) An accessory use of a lot may include the parking of up to four operable vehicles or one
19 operable vehicle for each licensed resident driver at the dwelling, whichever is greater. All
20 vehicles must be incidental to the primary use and not be stored on the lot.
22 (c) A temporary structure or a temporary use which meets all of the following conditions shall
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1 (1) In the case of a temporary structure, a pe^init has been issued by the Building Safety Office
3 (2) In the case of a temporary use, a permit has been issued by the Planning Division. In
4 determining whether to issue a permit, the Planning Division shall review a request in
5 accordance with the standards outlined in Section 1282.02(f)(l) to (9) and shall approve the
7 (3) The person issued a peuuit under subsection (c)(1) or (2) hereof agrees in writing to remove
9 (4) Permits issued under subsection (c)(1) or (2) hereof shall be for a period not to exceed two
10 weeks, and upon request may be extended twice for a period not to exceed two weeks for each
11 extension.
12 (d) The temporary use of a permanent structure as a real estate office for the purpose of
13 marketing new residential development which meets all of the following conditions shall be
15 (1) The temporary use of the permanent structure is located within the residential development.
16 (2) The temporary use of the permanent structure shall be removed after three years, or after 90
18 (e) A home occupation which meets all of the following conditions shall be permitted in an A,
20 (1) No person, other than a member of the family residing in the dwelling unit, SHALL engages
21 in the home occupation AND NO MORE THAN ONE PRIMARY CAREGIVER, AS THAT
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1 333.26421 ET SEQ., AS AMENDED, SHALL ENGAGE IN THE ACTIVITIES OF A
3 (2) The use of the dwelling unit as a home occupation SHALL BE is clearly incidental and
5 (3) Not more than 20 percent of the gross floor area of the dwelling unit is used in any way for
8 (5) Not more than one sign exists, which sign does not exceed one square foot in area, is not
9 illuminated and is mounted flat against the wall of the dwelling. NO SIGNS SHALL BE
11 (6) The sale of goods does not occur in the dwelling unit or on the lot on which the dwelling
12 unit is located.
13 (7) No equipment is used, except equipment which is normally used for purely domestic or
14 household purposes. Equipment not normally used for purely domestic or household purposes
15 OR ANY PORTION OF THE DWELLING UNIT WHERE ENERGY USE AND HEAT
18 installed if the Board of Zoning Appeals approves such use. The Board shall approve of such
19 use if it is satisfied that the intensity of use will not be increased to a level that will adversely
20 impact any lot within 300 feet of the lot seeking Board approval AND THAT ANY ENERGY
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1 BEEN APPROVED BY THE FIRE MARSHAL OR HIS OR HER DESIGNEE AND THE
3 (8) No activity related to the occupation occurring on the premises including clients, customers,
4 or pickup and delivery vehicles shall adversely impact the surrounding neighborhood or the right
5 of surrounding residents to quiet enjoyment of their property, including but not limited to, the
6 creation of noise, vibrations, odors, heat, glare, UNNATURAL LIGHT, or electrical interference
7 detectable beyond the property line; or have any pickup or delivery by motor vehicle before 7:00
8 a.m. or after 7:00 p.m. and not more than a total of ten pickups or deliveries each day during the
9 permitted time.
10 (9) FOR PURPOSES OF THIS SUBSECTION, ANY TERM DEFINED BY 21 USC 860(e)
13 OCCUPATION:
20 TERMS ARE DEFINED IN PART 61 OF PA 368 OF 1978, BEING MCL 333.6101 ET SEQ,
21 ARE OFFERED; OR
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1 (10) ALL MARIHUANA PLANTS SHALL BE KEPT IN AN ENCLOSED, LOCKED
3 ACT.
7 OF THIS SECTION.
8 (f) A temporary bulletin board or sign which meets all of the requirements of Chapter 1440 of
9 Part Fourteen--the Building and Housing Code and does not exceed ten square feet in area shall
10 be permitted in an A, A-1 or B Residential District, if the sign advertises the sale or lease of a
12 (g) An educational facility, except an educational facility or an agent thereof that is a high
13 school, college, university, trade or vocational school or a community or junior college, shall be
15 (h) A group day care home which meets all of the following conditions shall be permitted in an
17 (1) The facility provides and maintains on the lot not less than 900 square feet of outdoor play
18 space.
19 (2) The use of the structure as a group day care home shall be clearly incidental to the principal
20 residential use.
21 (3) One person, other than a member of the family residing in the dwelling, may be employed,
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1 (5) No signs are permitted.
2 (6) The outdoor play space shall be fenced. This requirement can be waived by approval of the
3 Planning Division if the specified outdoor area is common open space shared with other dwelling
4 units.
5 (i) A golf course which meets all of the following conditions shall be permitted in an A, A-1 or
6 B Residential District:
7 (1) The lot on which the golf course is located has not less than one lot line abutting a principal
9 (2) Each vehicular ingress or egress is directly onto a principal or minor arterial, except if
10 approval is obtained from the Planning Board after a public hearing is held pursuant to the
12 (j) An outdoor swimming pool which is owned and operated by a governmental entity and
13 which meets all of the following conditions shall be permitted in an A, A-1 or B Residential
14 District:
15 (1) Front, rear and side yards are not less than 80 feet, except as provided in paragraph ()(2)
16 hereof.
17 (2) If a front, rear or side yard is abutting a D-1, E-1, E-2, F, G-1, G-2, H, I or J District, then
18 the yard which abuts such District shall meet the dimensional requirements of the District which
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1 (k) An indoor swimming pool which is owned and operated by a governmental entity and
2 which meets all of the following conditions shall be permitted in an A, A-1 or B Residential
3 District:
4 (1) Front, rear and side yards are not less than 25 feet, except as provided in paragraph (k)(2)
5 hereof.
6 (2) If a front, rear or side yard abuts a D-1, E-1, E-2, F, G-1, G-2, H, I or J District, then the
7 yard which abuts such District shall meet the dimensional requirements of the District which
9 (1) A library or museum which is owned and operated by a governmental entity and which
10 meets all of the following conditions shall be permitted in an A, A-1 or B Residential District:
11 (1) Front, rear and side yards are not less than 25 feet, except as provided in subsection (1)(2)
12 hereof.
13 (2) If a front, rear or side yard abuts a D-1, E-1, E-2, F, G-1, G-2, H, I or J District, then the
14 yard which abuts such District shall meet the dimensional requirements of the District which
18 (m) A functional family which meets all of the following conditions shall be permitted in an A,
21 (2) The square footage of the bedroom area shall meet the minimum requirements of the
22 Building Code.
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1 (3) There is one off-street parking space for each vehicle associated with the members of the
2 functional family, but not less than two off-street parking spaces altogether.
3 (n) An attached open carport which meets all of the following conditions shall be permitted in
6 (2) The carport is completely open on not less than two sides.
7 (3) The carport is at least three feet from the side lot line and six feet from the closest point that
12 invalid, the same shall not affect the validity of the ordinance as a whole, or any part thereof
14 Section 4. This ordinance shall take effect on the 30th day after enactment, unless given
16 Approved as to form:
17
18
19 City Attorney
20 Dated:
21
22
10
PASSAGE OF ORDINANCE
An Ordinance of the City of Lansing, Michigan, Providing for the Rezoning of a parcel of
real property located in the City of Lansing, Michigan and for the revision of the district
maps adopted by section 1246.02 of the Code of Ordinances.
Is read a second time by its title. The Ordinance was reported from the Committee on
Development & Planning and is on the order of immediate passage.
❑ ADOPTED ❑ FAILED
ORDINANCE #
Section 1. That the district maps adopted by and incorporated as Section 1246.02 of the Code of
Ordinances of the City of Lansing, Michigan be amended to provide as follows:
Section 2. All ordinances or parts of ordinances inconsistent with the provisions hereof are
hereby repealed.
Section 3. This ordinance was duly adopted by the Lansing City Council on , 2010,
and a copy is available in the office of the Lansing City Clerk, 9th Floor, City Hall, 124 W.
Michigan Avenue, Lansing, MI 48933.
Section 4. This ordinance shall take effect upon the expiration of seven (7) days from the date
this notice of adoption is published in a newspaper of general circulation.
PASSAGE OF ORDINANCE
An Ordinance of the City of Lansing, Michigan, Providing for the Rezoning of a parcel of
real property located in the City of Lansing, Michigan and for the revision of the district
maps adopted by section 1246.02 of the Code of Ordinances.
Is read a second time by its title. The Ordinance was reported from the Committee on
Development & Planning and is on the order of immediate passage.
❑ ADOPTED ❑ FAILED
ORDINANCE #
Section 1. That the district maps adopted by and incorporated as Section 1246.02 of the Code of
Ordinances of the City of Lansing, Michigan be amended to provide as follows:
Section 2. All ordinances or parts of ordinances inconsistent with the provisions hereof are
hereby repealed.
Section 3. This ordinance was duly adopted by the Lansing City Council on , 2010,
and a copy is available in the office of the Lansing City Clerk, 9th Floor, City Hall, 124 W.
Michigan Avenue, Lansing, MI 48933.
Section 4. This ordinance shall take effect upon the expiration of seven (7) days from the date
this notice of adoption is published in a newspaper of general circulation.
PASSAGE OF ORDINANCE
An Ordinance of the City of Lansing, Michigan, Providing for the Rezoning of a parcel of
real property located in the City of Lansing, Michigan and for the revision of the district
maps adopted by section 1246.02 of the Code of Ordinances.
Is read a second time by its title. The Ordinance was reported from the Committee on
Development & Planning and is on the order of immediate passage.
❑ ADOPTED ❑ FAILED
ORDINANCE #
Section 1. That the district maps adopted by and incorporated as Section 1246.02 of the Code of
Ordinances of the City of Lansing, Michigan be amended to provide as follows:
Section 2. All ordinances or parts of ordinances inconsistent with the provisions hereof are
hereby repealed.
Section 3. This ordinance was duly adopted by the Lansing City Council on , 2010,
and a copy is available in the office of the Lansing City Clerk, 9th Floor, City Hall, 124 W.
Michigan Avenue, Lansing, MI 48933.
Section 4. This ordinance shall take effect upon the expiration of seven (7) days from the date
this notice of adoption is published in a newspaper of general circulation.
RF
Page 1 of 1 Approval for placement on City Council agenda:
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PASSAGE OF ORDINANCE
An Ordinance of the City of Lansing, Michigan to Amend Title 6 of the Planning and
Zoning Code, Part 12 of the Codified Ordinances of the City of Lansing by Adding
Chapter 1279 to establish and regulate overlay districts in certain geographic areas of
the city
Is read a second time by its title. The Ordinance was reported from the Committee on
Ways and Means and is on the order of immediate passage.
❑ ADOPTED ❑ FAILED
1 ORDINANCE NO.
7 Section 1. That Title 6 of the Planning and Zoning Code, Part 12 of the Codified
8 Ordinances of the City of Lansing, Michigan; be and are hereby amended as follows:
10 1279.01 INTENT
2 ISSUES.
7 APPLY.
8 1279.03 LOCATION
14 APPENDIX C
16 , APPENDIX D
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Brigham Smith Date
City Attorney
14 1282 (SPECIAL LAND USE), IF THE CONDITIONS DESCRIBED IN CHAPTER 1282, THE
16 CHAPTER ARE MET. NO SPECIAL LAND USE PERMIT SHALL BE REQUIRED FOR
13 OVERLAY DISTRICTS.
5 WHICHEVER IS HIGHER;
3 THE EAST 1/2 OF THE 1000 BLOCK; AND THAT PORTION OF THE
16 PEDESTRIAN TRAFFIC.
19 20 FEET.
20
21 (D) NO BILLBOARDS SHALL BE PERMITTED WITHIN AN OVERLAY
PAGE 7 OF 8 Approval for placement on City Council agenda:
1 DISTRICT.
5 invalid, the same shall not affect the validity of the ordinance as a whole, or any part thereof
7 Section 4. This ordinance shall take effect on the 30th day after enactment unless given
10
11
The attached application for a permit/license has been submitted to the City
Clerk's Office, and is being forwarded for your consideration and appropriate
action:
Sincerely,
Chris Swope
Lansing City Clerk
NAME:
FAX 377-0068
NAME:
FAX 377-0068
Chris Swope
Lansing City Clerk
NAME:
Chief of Police
Fire Marshal Ph LTSabo ,r'/1z1i a
Planning/Zoning
Building Comm.
City Treasurer
Health Dept.
8/10/2010) Kevin Reeves - -Tern Bikinis Lansin LLC Class C Application Page 1t
Kevin:
Thank you so much for speaking with me this morning concerning the above captions facility. As
discussed, I am not able to sign off on this facility at this time as we have yet to receive a'food service
license application and approve plans. This department does not normally sign off on a facility until a
pre-opening inspection has taken place and the facility is approved to open and operate. However, we
have on occasion signed off on a Class C Application once the plan review process is complete and
approved so that construction can begin. I will be in contact with the applicant and inform him of the
situation and that I have contacted you concerning the issue.
Chris Swope
Lansing City Clerk
NAME:
THE REQUEST: to Transfer Ownership of an Escrowed 2010 Class C Licensed Business, located
at 511 E Hazel, Lansing, MI 48912, Ingham County from Clifford W Green to Tini Bikinis -Lansing,
LLC; & Requests New Dance-Entertainment Permit.
Location Approval City Clerk Receipt
Chief of Police
Fire Marshal
Planning/Zonin
Building Comm.
City Treasurer
Health Dept.
FAX 377-0068
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Fire
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Planning/Zoning
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City
Treasurer
Lansing City Clerk's Office
Ninth Floor, City Hall, 124 W. Michigan Ave., Lansing, MI 48933-1695
517-483-4131 $ 517-377-0068 FAX
clerk.cityoflansingmi.com $ clerk@lansingmi.gov
Health Dept.
FEE PAID
FAX 377-0068
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NAME:
Chief of
Police
Fire
Marshal
Planning/Zoning
Building
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City
Treasurer
Lansing City Clerk's Office
Ninth Floor, City Hall, 124 W. Michigan Ave., Lansing, MI 48933-1695
517-483-4131 $ 517-377-0068 FAX
clerk.cityoflansingmi,corn $ clerk@lansingmi.gov
Health Dept.
FEE PAID
FAX 377-0068
Chris Swope
Lansing City Clerk
NAME:
Christopher Petrick 248-496-7874 (Steve Petrick, Contact)
1572 Lakeside Dr.
Hudsonville, MI 49426 u Se r ov,^rc *t y drS c--. ,ee ^. ,.a lu^c. t<c
Chiefof Police
Fire Marshal
Planning/Zoning
Building Comm.
City Treasurer
Health Dept. L ^ M Red
FAX 377-0068
Kevin:
Thank you. so much for speaking with me-this morning concerning the above captions facility. As discussed, I am not able
to sign off on this facility at this time as we have yet to receive a food service license application and approve plans, This
department does not normally sign off on a facility until a pre-opening inspection has taken place and the facility is
approved to open and operate. However, we. have on occasion signed off on a Class C Application once the plan review
process is complete and approved so that construction can begin. I will be in contact with the applicant and inform him of
the situation and that I have contacted you concerning the issue.
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Chris Swope
Lansing City Clerk
July 1, 2010
RE: A request to Transfer Ownership of an Escrowed 2010 Class C Licensed Business, located
at 511 E Hazel, Lansing, MI 48912, Ingham County from Clifford W Green to Tini Bikinis -
Lansing, LLC; & Requests New Dance-Entertainment Permit.
Please be advised that we are in receipt of the above referenced communication from the Liquor
Control Commission.
To begin the City's review process, please remit $775.00 to the Lansing City Clerk to cover
applicable fees for necessary investigations, inspections and council action. For this particular case,
the following administrative approvals are required:
Feel free to contact these offices to check on the status of your request at any time after payment of
the above fee.
Once these approvals are returned to the City Clerk's Office, the matter will be placed on the Council
agenda foir referral to the General Services Committee. The committee will review your application
and prepare a report back to the Council. The Council will then vote on the resolution, after which
the resolution is mailed to the Liquor Control Commission or picked up for hand delivery.
Please note that you may also be required to obtain a Cabaret License from the City of Lansing. If
your liquor license includes a Dance-Entertainment Permit or if the nature of your business includes
dancing and/or live music or other live entertainment this license will be required. The current
Cabaret License fee is $350, and you should apply after completion of your Liquor License.
We hope this information is helpful. Feel free to contact our office at 483-4131 if you have
Lansing City Clerk's Office
Ninth Floor, City Hall, 124 W. Michigan Ave., Lansing, MI 48933-1695
517-483-4131 $ 517-377-0068 FAX
clerk.citvofiansingmi.com clerk(lansin g mi.gov
any questions about the fee or approval process at the local level.
Sincerely,
Kevin Reeves
Chief Deputy City Clerk
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r 'rtment of Energy, Labor & Economic Growth
Michigan
FOR MLCC USE ONLY
MICHIGAN L. _,UOR CONTROL COMMISSION (ML(. ^
7150 Harris Drive, P.O. Box 30005
Request ID # 558531
Lansing, Michigan 48909-7505
Business ID # 223758
LOCAL APPROVAL NOTICE
[Authorized by MCL 436.1501]
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APPLICANT: TINT BIKINIS-LANSING, LLC
Home Address and Telephone No. or Contact Address and Telephone No.:
CHRISTOPHER PETRICK, 1572 LAKESIDE DRIVE, HUDSONVILLE, MI 49426
CONTACT: STEVE PETRICK, 627 CHARLESINA DRIVE, ROCHESTER, MI 48306, B(248) 496-7874 1 --
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The MLCC cannot consider the approval of an application for a new or transfer of anFon premises
license without the approval of the local legislative body pursuant to the provisions of M'CL 436.1501
of the Liquor Control Code of 1998. For your information, local legislative body
approval is also required for DANCE, ENTERTAINMENT, DANCE-ENTERTAINMENT AND
TOPLESS ACTIVITY PERMITS AND FOR OFFICIAL PERMITS FOR EXTENDED HOURS FOR
DANCE AND/OR ENTERTAINMENT pursuant to the provisions of MCL 436.1916 of the Liquor
Control Code of 1998.
For your convenience a resolution form is enclosed that includes a description of the licensing
application requiring consideration of the local legislative body. The clerk should complete the
resolution certifying that your decision of approval or disapproval of the application was made at an
official meeting. Please return the completed resolution to the MLCC as soon as possible.
If you have any questions, please contact Unit 3 of the Retail Licensing Division at (517) 636-0204.
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Request ID # 558531
RESOLUTION
At a meeting of the
(Regular or Special) (Township Board, City or Village Council)
That the request from TO TRANSFER OWNERSHIP OF AN ESCROWED 2010 CLASS C LICENSED BUSINESS,
LOCATED AT 511 E HAZEL,- LANSING, MI 48912, INGHAM COUNTY FROM CLIFFORD W GREEN TO TINT BIKINIS --
LANSING, LLC; & REQUESTS NEW DANCE-ENTERTAINMENT PERMIT.
be considered for
(Approval or Disapproval)
APPROVAL DISAPPROVAL
Yeas: Yeas:
Nays: Nays:
Absent: Absent:
for issuance
(Recommended or Not Recommended)
State of Michigan
County of .
I hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and complete copy of a resolution offered and
adopted by the at a
(Township Board, City or Village Council) (Regular or Special)
meeting held on
(Date)
(Signed)
(Township, City or Village Clerk)
SEAL
LC-1305 (Rev. 08/2006) The Department of Labor & Economic Growth will not discriminate against any individual or group because of race, sex, religion, age,
Authority: MCL 436.1501 national origin, color, marital status, disability, or political beliefs. If you need help with reading, writing, hearing, etc., under the Americans
Completion: Mandatory with Disabilities Act, you may make your needs known to this agency.
Penalty: No License
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AUTHORIZIED AGENT
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Chris Swope
Lansing City Clerk
The attached applications for a license, was submitted to the City Clerk's Office and are
being forwarded to you. My office has not approved the application based on the
recommendation from the Building Safety Department.
Applications for a Cabaret, Billiard Room and Bowling Alley Licenses filed by
Rehmann-Robson on behalf of Serrie Inc., Metro Bowl located at 5141 Martin
Luther king Jr. Blvd, Lansing, MI 48911.
Please let me know if I can provide any further information in this matter.
Sincerely,
This letter is to inform you that the Office of the City Clerk cannot approve your applications
for a Cabaret, Billiard Room and Bowling Alley licenses that were filed in our office on May
5, 2010. The applications cannot be approved due to the denial by the Lansing Building
Safety Office (see attached letter).
Please note, that your Cabaret, Billiard Room and Bowling Alley licenses have expired.
Therefore, you are hereby prohibited from performing any actions for which a Cabaret,
Billiard Room and Bowling Alley licenses are required. Performing any of these actions is
a violation of the City of Lansing Code of Ordinances Section 806 for Billiard Rooms and
Bowling Alley's and Section 808 for Cabaret.
Please feel free to contact Jon Wadsworth in the Lansing Building Safety Office at (517)
483-4363, for further information. To reapply for your license, an application can be
obtained by visiting the City Clerk's Website at www.lansingmi.gov/clerk or by calling Tracy
Scott in the Lansing City Clerk's Office at (517) 483-4131.
Sincerely
Enc.
Building Inspectors Mr. Brian Carter's inspection of 5141 S M L King "Blvd found some
Jon F. Wadsworth, Chief deficiencies in the building. He requested those items be corrected. That
Ralph Gregus request was made more than 30 days ago and he has not been asked to
Doug Halstead
Steven Swan . make a re-inspection.
The renewal of the pool room, bowling alley and cabaret license's for the
Plumbing Inspectors
Frank Eirosius, Chief address are therefore denied until such time as a re-inspection is asked
Dave Burton for, made and approved.
Electrical Inspectors
Brian Carter, Chief
Chris Blackburn
(517) 483-4363 .
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(Ch f of Police) (Date)
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(Fire Marshall) (Date)
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(Health Department) (Date)
PHONE
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ADDRESS P-277n L0-not-IL )1 'J J • L / - /JS 1 -A -1 5 / /
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NUMBER OF TABLES
NUMBER OF BOWLING ALLEYS
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4. HAVE YOU EVER BEEN CONVICTED OF VIOLATIONS OF CHAPTER 806 GOVERNING POOL
HALLS AND BOWLING ALLEYS? IF SO, STATE WHEN AND THE CHARGE INVOLVED.
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FIRE MARSHALL
BUILDING & SAFETY DIV.
PLANNING DIVISION
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CHIEF OF POLICE
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Chris Swope
Lansing City Clerk
The attached application for a license, was submitted to the City Clerk's Office and is being
forwarded to you. My office has not approved the application based on the
recommendation from the Planning Department.
Application for a Vehicle for Hire Wrecker Class B License filed by Jack L. Thomas
on behalf of Discount Towing located at 8354 South Clinton Trail, Eaton Rapids, MI
48827.
Please let me know if I can provide any further information in this matter.
Sincerely,
Discount Towing
Jack L. Thomas
2800 S. Cedar Street
Lansing MI 48910
This letter is to inform you that the Office of the City Clerk cannot approve your
application for a Vehicle for Hire Class B Wrecker License that was filed in our office on
July 6, 2010. The application cannot be approved due to the denial by the Lansing
Planning Department (see attached letter).
Please note that you are hereby prohibited from performing any actions for which a
Vehicle for Hire license is required. Performing any of these actions is a violation of the
City of Lansing code of Ordinances Section 872.
Please feel free to contact Susan Stachowiak in the City Planning Office at (517) 483-
4085, for further information. To reapply for your license an application can be obtained
by visiting the City Clerk's Website at www.lansingmi.gov/clerk or by calling Florence
Jones in the City Clerk's Office at (517) 483-4133.
Sincerely
Enc.
PLANNING OFFICE
316 N. CAPITOL AVE., SUITE D-1
MEMO
TO: Susan Stachowiak
Zoning Administrator
Please be advised that the property at 2800 S. Cedar Street contains the following violations of
the City of Lansing Zoning Ordinance:
1. Outdoor storage of tires, junk and junk vehicles on the property. This property is
not zoned for use as a storage lot, junk yard or salvage yard. Furthermore, all
usable products, including usable tires, are to be stored in an enclosed area.
2. Too many vehicles parked on the property. There is absolutely no room on the
property for customer or employee parking. The Zoning Ordinance requires three
parking spaces, plus 2 for each service bay. These parking spaces are for use by
employees and incoming and outgoing customers only.
3. There have been vehicles associated with your business parked illegally on the
public streets and on other privately owned lots .in the area that are not approved
for use as a parking/storage lot.
4. There are vehicles obstructing driveways, overhanging the sidewalk and parked in
the 25 foot corner clearance area at the corner of Willard and Cedar. The corner
clearance area is illustrated as follows:
25'
Cedar
Based on these violations, I am unable to approve your wrecker service license application.
Please have all of the above violations corrected within fourteen (14) calendar days from the date
of this letter. Failure to comply with this notice within the allowable time frame will result in
issuance of a civil fine. In addition, the city will seek a court order of compliance.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate 'to call me at 483-4085.
GVWR > 12,001 < 18,000 Ibs. (Med.duty) - $200 GVWR >18,000lbs. (Heavy Duty)- $250
Registered Address
If Partnership, Partner's Name and Address:
Type of License Applied For # of Veh.s below 12,000 GVWR # Veh.s 12,000-18,000 GVWR # of Veh.s above 18,000 GVWR
2
Vehicles to be licensed / used in the next 12 xnonths (Use additional sheets for more wreckers; provide all information.)
Applicants are encouraged to submit applications not later than March 30 th to meet April
30`h deadlines
:lam To,
x1^ J t ^7
Iv! -' .'''{'" t-- ■-U
ALL Drivers used in the past 12 months (Use additional sheets for more drivers; provide all information.)
Name Driver License Number Hire Date End Date Date of Birth License Class
?L)
Commissioi? Expires
Insurance and bond requirements apply for both the Class A and B Licenses:
BOND: $1,000 indemnifying the City against any and all violations of any
ordinance, rule or regulation.
INSURANCE: According to state law with a 20-day cancellation notice.
Insurance by
Bond
(Insurance and Bond must be filed with the Application.)
RE: Resolution-Setting a Public Hearing for Z-7-2010- 127 W. Grand River Ave-
Rezoning from "C" Residential District to "G-1" Business District
The attached correspondence is forwarded for your review and appropriate action.
VB/rh
Attachment
City of Lansing
Inter-Departmental
Memorandum
Please forward this resolution to City Council for placement on the Agenda.
If you have any questions, or need additional information, please give me a call.
Attachments
Resolved by the City Council of the City of Lansing that a public hearing be set for
Monday, September 27, 2010, at 7 p.m. in City Council Chambers, Tenth Floor, Lansing
City Hall, 124 West Michigan Avenue, Lansing, Michigan, for the purpose of approving
and/or opposing the Ordinance for rezoning:
Z-7-2010, 127 W. Grand River Avenue, rezoning from "C" Residential district to
"G-1" Business district
Permitted Activity:
Construct a 45-foot long boulder, stone or riprap shore protection structure on the Red Cedar River
with 35-cubic yards of 6 to 8-inch diameter stone over a geo-textile fabric.
All work shall be completed in accordance with the attached plans and the terms and conditions of
this permit.
Water Course Affected: Red Cedar River Latitude, Longitude: 42.72091601792113, -84.51837480068207
Property Location: Ingham County, City of Lansing, Section 23
Town/Range 4N, 2W Property Tax No. 33-01-01-23-176-002
Authority granted by this permit is subject to the following limitations:
A. Initiation of any work on the permitted project confirms the permittee's acceptance and agreement to comply with all terms and
conditions of this permit.
B. The permittee in exercising the authority granted by this permit shall not cause unlawful pollution as defined by Part 31,
Floodplain/Water Resources Protection of the NREPA.
C. This permit shall be kept at the site of the work and available for inspection at all times during the duration of the project or until its
date of expiration.
D. All work shall be completed in accordance with the plans and the specifications submitted with the application and/or plans and
specifications attached hereto.
E. No attempt shall be made by the permittee to forbid the full and free use by the public of public waters at or adjacent to the
structure or work approved herein.
F. It is made a requirement of this permit that the permittee give notice to public utilities in accordance with Act 53 of the Public Act of
1974 and comply with each of the requirements of that act.
G. This permit does not convey property rights in either real estate or material, nor does it authorize any injury to private property or
invasion of public or private rights, nor does it waive the necessity of seeking federal assent, all local permits or complying with
other state statutes.
H. This permit does not prejudice or limit the right of a riparian owner or other person to institute proceedings in any circuit court of this
state when necessary to protect his rights.
I. Permittee shall notify the DNRE within one week after the completion of the activity authorized by this permit, by completing and
forwarding the attached, preaddressed post card to the office addressed thereon.
J. This permit shall not be assigned or transferred without the written approval of the DNRE.
K. Failure to comply with conditions of this permit may subject the permittee to revocation of permit and criminal and/or civil action as
cited by the specific State Act, Federal Act and/or Rule under which this permit is granted.
L. Work to be done under authority of this permit is further subject to the following special instructions and specifications:
1. All work shall be completed in accordance with the attached plans and the terms and conditions of this
permit.
2. Prior to initiating construction, authorized by this permit, the permittee is required to provide a copy of
the permit to the contractor(s) for his/her review.
3. The property owner, contractor(s), and any agent involved in exercising this permit are held
responsible to ensure the project is constructed in accordance with all drawings and specifications
contained in this permit. The contractor is required to provide a copy of the permit to any and all
subcontractors doing work authorized by this permit.
4. Prior to the initiation of any permitted construction activities, a siltation barrier shall be constructed
immediately down gradient of the construction site. Siltation barriers shall be specifically designed. to
handle the sediment type, load, water depth, and flow conditions of each construction site throughout
the anticipated time of construction and unstable site conditions. The siltation barrier shall be
maintained in good working order throughout the duration of the project. Upon project completion, the
accumulated materials shall be removed and disposed of at an upland (non-wetland, non-floodplain)
site. The siltation barrier shall then be removed in its entirety and the area restored to its original
configuration and cover. .
5. All fill/backfill shall consist of clean inert material which will not cause siltation nor contain soluble
chemicals, organic matter, pollutants, or contaminants. All fill shall be CONTAINED in such a manner
so as not to erode into any surface water, floodplain, or wetland. All raw areas associated with the
permitted activity shall be STABILIZED with sod and/or seed and mulch, riprap, or other technically
effective methods as necessary to prevent erosion.
6. The riprap shall consist of clean stone or rock (free of paint, soil or other fines, asphalt, soluble
chemicals, or organic material). The riprap shall be of appropriate weight and dimension necessary to
achieve the intended shore protection.
7. All raw areas resulting from the permitted construction activity shall be promptly and effectively
stabilized with sod and/or seed and mulch (or other technology specified by this permit or project plans)
in a sufficient quantity and manner so as to prevent erosion and any potential siltation to surface
waters or wetlands.
8. The permittee is cautioned that grade changes resulting in increased runoff onto adjacent property is
subject to civil damage litigation.
9. Authority granted by this permit does not waive permit requirements under Part 91, Soil Erosion and
Sedimentation Control, of the NREPA, or the need to acquire applicable permits from the County
Enforcing Agent (CEA). To locate the Soil Erosion Program Administrator for your county visit
www.deq.state:mi.us/sesca/.
10. In issuing this permit, the DNRE has relied on the information and data which the permittee has
provided in connection with the permit application. If, subsequent to the issuance of this permit, such
information and data prove to be false, incomplete, or inaccurate, the DNRE may modify, revoke, or
suspend the permit, in whole or in part, in accordance with the new information.
11. The authority to conduct the activity as authorized by this permit is granted solely under the provisions
of the governing act as identified above. This permit does not convey, provide, or otherwise imply
approval of any other governing act, ordinance, or regulation, nor does it waive the permittee's
obligation to acquire any local, county, state or federal approval, or authorizations necessary to
conduct the activity.
12. The permittee shall indemnify and hold harmless the State of Michigan and its departments, agencies,
officials, employees, agents and representatives for any and all claims or causes of action arising from
acts or omissions of the permittee, or employees, agents, or representatives of the permittee,
undertaken in connection with this permit. This permit shall not be construed as an indemnity by the
State of Michigan for the benefit of the permittee or any other person.
13. If any change or deviation from the permitted activity becomes necessary, the permittee shall
request, in writing, a revision of the permitted activity and/or mitigation plan from the DNRE.
Such revision requests shall include complete documentation supporting the modification and
revised plans detailing the proposed modification. Proposed modifications must be approved,
in writing, by the DNRE prior to being implemented.
14. This permit may be transferred to another person upon written approval of the DNRE. The
permittee must submit a written request to the DNRE to transfer the permit to the new owner.
The new owner must also submit a written request to accept transfer of the permit. The new
owner must agree, in writing, to accept all conditions of the permit. A single letter signed by
both parties which includes all the above information may be provided to the DNRE. The
DNRQ will review the request and if approved, will provide written notification to the new owner.
15. This permit is being issued for the maximum time allowed under Part 301, Inland Lakes and Streams,
of the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act, PA 451 of 1994, as amended, including all
permit extensions allowed under the administrative rules R 281.813 and R 281.923. Therefore, no
extensions of this permit will be granted. Initiation of the construction work authorized by this permit
indicates the permittee's acceptance of this condition. The permit, when signed by the DNRE, will be
for a five-year period beginning at the date of issuance.
16. This permit placard shall be kept posted at the work site, in a prominent location at all times for the
duration of the project, or until permit expiration.
By 1.
Carol Vi',
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Envir. nmental Quality Analyst
Wat Resources Division
DEQ-LWMD
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APPROVED PLANS
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Lat 42.7209
Long -84,5183
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JUN 2 9 2010
STATE OF MICHIGAN
JENNIFER M. GRANHOLM DEPARTMENT OF TREASURY ROBERT J. KLEINE
GOVERNOR LANSING STATE TREASURER
Patrick Gillespie
Eastside Armory, LLC --"-:
2501 Coolidge Rd.
East Lansing, MI 48823
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Dear Sir or Madam: P.m
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The State Tax Commission at their August 16, 2010 meeting considered and approved your
application for an obsolete property rehabilitation project, in accordance with Public Act 146 of
2000, as amended. Enclosed is certificate number 3-10-0013, issued to Eastside Armory, LLC
for the project located at 300 Elvin Ct., City of Lansing, Ingham County.
If you have any questions regarding this exemption please contact the Property Services Division
at (517) 373-0675.
Sincerely,
Enclosure
By Certified Mail
c: Maria L. Irish, Assessor, City of Lansing
Clerk, City of Lansing
Pursuant to the provisions of Public Act 146 of 2000, as amended, the State Tax Commission
hereby issues an Obsolete Property Rehabilitation Exemption Certificate for the commercial
property, owned by Eastside Armory, LLC, and located at 300 Elvin Ct., City of Lansing,
County of Ingham, Michigan.
This certificate provides the authority for the assessor to exempt the commercial property" for
which this Obsolete Property Rehabilitation Exemption Certificate is in effect, but not the land on
which the rehabilitated facility is located or the personal property, from -ad valorem taxation.
This certificate further provides the authority to levy a specific tax known , as the Obsolete
Property Rehabilitation tax.
This certificate, unless revoked as provided by Public Act 146 of 2000, as amended, shall
remain in force for a period of 12 year(s);
The real property investment amount for this obsolete facility is $3,670,238.
The taxable value of the real property related to this certificate is $512,400.
The State Treasurer has not excluded local school operating or state education tax levied from
the specific Obsolete Property Rehabilitation.
This Obsolete Property Rehabilitation Exemption Certificate is issued on August 16, 2010.
A TRUE COPY
ATTEST: .
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Michigan Department of Treasury
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Advertisements
Total Revenue (please add all of the line items under "Revenue Raised") 150 o O
EXPENSES
Wages/Salaries
Printing
Facility Rentals
Meals/Refreshments
Other
^^. 32
Total Expenses (please add all line items of Expenses)
Attendance Totals
List of Donations and Contributions:
DEBIT 15.94
CHANGE 0.00
TOTAL NUMBER OF ITEMS 'SOLD = 5
Marketplace
Lansing/Ed9ewood
454 E. Ed9ewood
Lansing, MI 48911
(517) 887-0750
www.9fsmarketplace.com
PINEBROOK MANOR
2291627
Debit 80,38
CHANGE 0.00
TOTAL NUMBER OF ITEMS SOLD = 19
08/04/10 03:30pm 392 3 8803 35582
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80039200388031008041530
6 @ 2,37
1-16CT HOT DOG BUN 14.22
6058910
Chips Regular 1-50 11.39
4093700
Grd Sr1n Stkbrger 14,24
1904101
SC Beef Sirloin Pty 3 5.00-
SC 39849
2 @ 1.89
Paper Plate 9" Whi 3.78 T
1142781
Plastic Cup 7oz 1- 2.37 T
2564981
Water Dasani 1-20o 1.42
4372211
Classic Franks 10/ 12.90
3052860
2 -@ -2:84'
POPSC FREEZER POP 5.68
7783611
4+1 Conc Fruit Pun 4,74
8335171
Charcoal Briquets 7.12 T
4272110
Charcoal Lighter F 4.74 T
5823521"
TAX 1.08
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APPROVED PU2403920803232 S5
Debit 80,38
CHANGE 0.00
TOTAL NUMBER OF ITEMS SOLD = 19
08/04/10 03:30pm 392 3 8803 35582
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80039200388031008041530
Please allow this e-mail correspondence to serve as formal notice of my resignation, effective
immediately, from the City of Lansing Park Board. I enjoyed serving Lansing as a Park Board member
and I especially enjoyed working with you, the Department, and my Park Board colleagues.
Thank you for being so gracious during our brief telephone conversation on Friday.
Sincerely,
Cynthia Ward
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John Pollard
1718 Blair St.
Lansing, MI 48910
Dear Chris:
Enclosed are two items that I want you to put on next week's City Council agenda, so that they will become a
part of the public record. The first document is a letter detailing the 29 TH Charter Violation I have filed since
Bernero to office as Mayor in 2006. The second document is a copy of a Freedom of Information request for a
detailed list of all City Council Committee meetings scheduled from January 1, through July 30, 2010. Please
note that I have also requested information regarding all cancelled committee meetings, as well as the
attendance records of each Council committee member for all committee meetings that actually occurred.
At City Council meetings on July 12 and again on August 16, I asked Jerry Ambrose for a phone number to alert
the people responsible for City TV if a City Council meeting replay--especially on the weekends-was not being
aired as it should, and to fix the replay for the viewing audience.
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John Pollard
1718 Blair St.
Lansing, MI 48910
Dear Brigham:
Article 4 (Executive Branch), Chapter 1 (Mayor), Section 4-102.2 (Obligations of Leadership) states: "The
Mayor, or the Executive Assistant to the Mayor, shall attend all regular and special meetings of the City
Council to submit such reports and proposals to the City Council as are appropriate, and to respond to
questions of the Council members and citizens."
At City Council meetings on July 12 and again on August 16, I asked Jerry Ambrose for a phone number to alert
the people responsible for City TV if a City Council meeting replay--especially on the weekends-was not being
aired as it should, and to fix the replay for the viewing audience.
According to Article 1 (General), Chapter 5 (Penalties), Section 1-501 (Penalties for Violation of Charter):
"Any person found guilty of an act constituting a violation of this Charter may be punished by a fine not
exceeding five hundred dollars ($500.00) or by imprisonment for not to exceed 90 days, or both...."
This is the 29th City Charter Violation I have filed since Virg took office in January, 2006. We, the People of
Lansing, demand justice and expect you to do your job as City Attorney for once in your life by enforcing the
City Charter, Lansing' s constitution.
John Pollard
1718 Blair St.
Lansing, Mi 48910
(517) 484-1171
johnlpollard@comcast.net
Dear Brigham:
Pursuant to the state open records law, Mich. Stat. Ann. Secs. 15.231 to 15.246, I hereby formally request access to and
copies of the records or list of all City Council Committee meetings for the period of January 1 through July 30, 2010. Not .
only do I want a list of all these Council Committee meetings, but I also need documentation of all cancelled Committee
meetings and the attendance records of each council member for all these Council Committee meetings that actually
occurred during the seven-month period I noted above. As provided by the open records law, I expect a response within
five (5) business days. If you choose to deny this second request, please provide a written explanation for the denial,
including a reference to the specific statutory exemption(s) upon which you rely. Also, please provide all segregable
portions of otherwise exempt material.
Furthermore, I agree to pay any reasonable copying and postage fees of not more than $500.00. If the cost would be
greater than this amount, please notify me. Also, provide a receipt indicating the charges for each document.
Be advised that I am also prepared to pursue whatever legal remedy necessary to obtain access to the requested records
and information. I would note that the willful violation of the open records law can result in a fine of up to $500.00 and
the award of actual and compensatory damages, reasonable attorney fees, costs and disbursements.
Please give your immediate attention to this formal request. Thank you for your cooperation in this matter.
Sincerely,
John Pollard