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Metropolitan Planning Commission Meeting MinutesCALHOUN COUNTY METROPOLITAN PLANNING COMMISSION January 22, 2007 The Regular Session of the Calhoun County Metropolitan Planning Commission convened at 4:02 p.m., Monday, January 22, 2007 in the Planning Office Conference Room, Calhoun County Building, 315 West Green Street, Marshall, Michigan. Roll Call: Present: Comrs. Daniel Kesselring, Dian Schubel, Robert Bolton, Clarence Millard. Temporarily Excused: Comr. Larry Rizor (Arrived at 4:09 p.m.). Absent: Comr. Betty Arnquist. Also Present: Planning Consultant Jennifer Bomba and Deputy Clerk/Board Aide Mary Lou Barrett. SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS:
Planning Consultant Bomba inquired if there were any nominations. Comr. Millard nominated Dian Schubel for the Office of Chairperson of the Calhoun County Metropolitan Planning Commission for 2007. Comr. Schubel stated that it might be a bit difficult this year with her parents, however, accepted the nomination. Comr. Bolton nominated Daniel Kesselring for the Office of Vice Chairperson of the Calhoun County Metropolitan Planning Commission for 2007. Comr. Kesselring accepted the nomination.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
COMMUNICATIONS: Ms. Bomba presented the following communication:
Ms. Bomba stated that the summary reflects the total number of address permits for the year. Ms. Bomba advised that the data is used by the Agricultural Preservation Board to determine areas of development. Comr. Kesselring stated that the data might be more meaningful if the acreage for each permit was provided. TOWNSHIP PLANNING AND ZONING COORDINATION:
Ms. Bomba advised that the Eckford Township Planning Commission has submitted a farmland agreement application for Wayne Cornell for approximately 62 acres of cultivated land and 31 acres of woodlands, farm lanes, etc. located in Section 24 of the Township. The property consists of 15 buildings including a residence, 9 barns, a tool shed, a silo, a grain storage facility and a milking parlor. The property owner has requested a ten year agreement. Ms. Bomba stated that the application is valid and recommended that it be recommended for approval by the Michigan Department of Agriculture.
Case #01-07-02, Marshall Township - Map Amendment, Section 14, Agricultural Residential to Highway Service Commercial Ms. Bomba advised that the Marshall Township Planning Commission received a request from Cecil Farmer to rezone approximately 1.5 acres located in Section 14 from agricultural residential to highway service commercial. The property is located north of Old 27 and the I-94 interchange on the west side of the highway. Ms. Bomba advised that all of the land to the east and west shall remain agricultural residential. Ms. Bomba advised that the request for rezoning is consistent with the Township's Master Land Use Plan and recommended approval of the rezoning request. Brief discussion regarding Mr. Farmer's future intentions to split his property and the creation of a road. Comr. Kesselring questioned the PA 425 agreement listed on the map. Ms. Bomba advised that the land is annexation land where Marshall City and the Township have an agreement should the land be developed. Ms. Bomba stated that the Smith property is in a 50 year agreement, and that the City and Township would share the mill of taxes on that property. Ms. Bomba advised that the Township would lose some control over the land, however, would pay less for maintaining it.
Ms. Bomba advised that the text amendments presented are to simply bring the Township's zoning ordinance into compliance with the consolidation of the Michigan Zoning Enabling Acts. No other amendments are included. Ms. Bomba recommended the proposed amendments be recommended for approval by the Tekonsha Township Board.
Ms. Bomba advised that the Clarendon Township Planning Commission received a request from Rick and Mary Nichols to rezone approximately 8 acres located in Section 11 from agricultural to highway service commercial. Ms. Bomba advised that she has discussed the request with the Township Planning Commission Chairperson. Ms. Bomba addressed the map which shows an existing commercial business, SCM Lumber, located on 3.9 acres, pointing out that it is zoned agricultural. Ms. Bomba stated that the property along M-60 was planned for low density residential. Ms. Bomba recommended the amendment not be recommended for approval as the amendment does not comply with the County's Master Land Use Plan nor with the Township's Master Land Use Plan. Ms. Bomba advised that the Township's Plan dates back to the late 1990's, and that she advised the Township Planning Commission Chairperson that it is possibly time for the Township Planning Commission to reassess their Plan. Comr. Kesselring noted that Mr. and Mrs. Nichols own 13 acres, and questioned why they have only requested rezoning of 8 acres. Ms. Bomba advised that the 5 acres in the back will remain zoned agricultural and that it appears that Mr. and Mrs. Nichols have applied for a division of that acreage. Comr. Rizor stated that he is not inclined to allow the dumping of gray water. Ms. Bomba again recommended the request for zoning amendment be sent back to the Township to reassess their development along M-60.
Comr. Millard stated that his only concern with recommending disapproval of the request is that the subject property is a viable business. Ms. Bomba advised that the owners could approach the Township for a conditional use permit. STAFF COMMENTS:
Ms. Bomba reported that the Agricultural Preservation Board met today and that Sue Ann Jessup has joined the Board and another candidate is being considered. Ms. Bomba advised that the Board shall be announcing the opening of the application cycle for the Purchase of Development Rights Program and shall be having extensive public relations with the media. Ms. Bomba stated that the Board hopes to receive a rash of applications to the Program; and advised that if 75 applications are received, the Board shall approach the foundations.
Comr. Rizor inquired regarding the Department's 2007 appropriation. Ms. Bomba advised that the Department is funded through the year, and that her agreement has been approved through February 2008. Comr. Rizor inquired whether there is anything the Planning Commission can do to promote the trails concept. Ms. Bomba stated that she envisions the Planning Commission as having more of a supportive role. Ms. Bomba advised that Annette Chapman who worked on the trails concept has resigned from the Road Commission to accept a position with the Battle Creek Foundation. Chairperson Schubel inquired whether the Department's appropriation remained the same as last year's. Ms. Bomba responded that the appropriation increased slightly to allow for some job sharing of clerical staff through the Extension Department. Ms. Bomba stated that she shall be assessing how effective it would be to publish a newsletter. Ms. Bomba advised that she has been working with Albion Township to update the Township's Master Land Use Plan. Ms. Bomba stated that the Township sent out a survey to the residents and she shall be meeting with the Township's Planning Commission to review the responses. Ms. Bomba reported that the Department received $2,000 in revenue from land divisions last year. Comr. Millard requested a copy of Mr. Cherney's resignation. Ms. Bomba advised Commissioner Millard that she will provide him with a copy. Chairperson Schubel thanked the Members for their vote of confidence by electing her Chairperson. ADJOURNMENT: The meeting adjourned at 5:12 p.m. at the call of the Chairperson. The next CCMPC meeting is scheduled for February 26, 2007.
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