CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF VIENNA

PLANNING COMMISSION

 

TO:  Vernon Curtis, Dale Frappier, Scott Preseau, James Schweitzer, Lee Garner, Ben Ranger,

           Gery Giltinan

cc:    Anthony McKerchie, Richard Scott, Paul Luttenbacher, Mark Corba, Kathy Ridley,

          Michael Zinn, Peter Doerr.

 

        

PRESENT:   Vernon Curtis, Lee Garner, Scott Preseau, James Schweitzer, Ben Ranger, Gery

                        Giltinan, Robert Palmer, Beverley Williams, Mary Johnson.

 

ABSENT:     Dale Frappier.

 

PREVIOUS MINUTES:  November 26, 2001.  Moved by Schweitzer, seconded by Preseau to

                                            accept previous minutes as presented.

                                            Motion carried.

 

NEW BUSINESS: 

 

Item 1.   Public hearing for Sean Keenan, Zoning Manager for Nextel Corporation.

 

          A.  Mr. Keenan is requesting a Special Land Use Permit to construct a new Wireless

                Telecommunication Facility on property located at 4344 W. Frances Road, Parcel

                No. 18-33-300-013.

 

          B.  Secretary Garner read publication notice to an audience of approximately 12

                persons. 

        

          C.  Moved by Preseau, seconded by Giltinan to open public hearing.

                Motion carried.

 

          D.  The proposal is for a 150-foot monopole tower. 

        

          E.  Jack Jump project Manager for W –5, a company employed by Nextel as a

                consultant, was also present.  Mr. Jump spent 32 ½ years in the military as an

                aviator.  He explained his credentials and stated that he feels very confident that

                there is no conflict with the operation of Cagney Airport.

 

          F.  Secretary Garner read a letter of opposition from Thomas Cagney, owner of Cagney

                Airport.  His main concern was about the many ultralight pilots who use this airport

                and feels there is much danger to them.

 

          G.  When asked for his recommendation, Bob Palmer stated that, in his opinion, this

                proposed tower is beyond the range of the tall building ordinance that the State

                 of Michigan wrote concerning the impact on airports, it has been substantially

                removed from all properties, there are already several towers within a mile of the

                area, therefore, he recommends that this site should be approved.

              

          H.  Meeting opened to the audience. 

 

               1.  Thomas Cagney, owner of Cagney Airport spoke against the proposed tower. 

                     His main concern seemed to be for the ultralite pilots and students

 

               2.  Raymond Pyrc, 9128 N. Linden Road, does not want this in his back yard.

 

               3.  Cindy Paro, 9072 N. Linden Road, is concerned that her neighbors at 9050 N.

                     Linden Road, Laura and Dan Stone, did not receive notice of the meeting. 

                     She is also concerned about the fall zone of the tower, about the visibility from

                     her back yard, the possible environmental impact, real estate values and  does

                     not want this in her back yard.

 

                     Mr. Keenan explained that this tower is constructed to bend upon itself and

                     would not affect the neighboring properties.

 

               4.  Tony McKerchie, 11167 West Glen, asked if the Township has contacted

                     anyone else with expert knowledge, like another airport, to see if this 1.4 mile is

                     adequate distance from the airport.  Mr. McKerchie suggested that the Planning

                     Commission take a look at this.

 

               5.   Lyle Bellinger, owner of property at 9376 N. Linden Road, is concerned about

                     property values and the tower being a health hazard.

 

         Meeting closed to the audience.

 

         I.   Discussion on distance from the expressway, approvals needed from FAA and State

              Aeronautics, and placing a light on the tower.  Mr. Keenan stated he would put a

              single beacon on the tower if the Planning Commission requires it.

         

             Scott Preseau asked Mr. Cagney what he would consider a reasonable distance

              from the airport.  Mr. Cagney answered that if it was 2 miles, he wouldn’t be here.

 

         J.  After considerable discussion it was moved by Preseau and seconded by Giltinan to

              table action on this until January 14, 2002 to get more information.

              Motion carried.

 

Item 2.   Richard & Janis Kelterborn, application for a Special Land Use Permit to increase their

               Adult Foster Care License from 10 bed to 12 bed.

 

         A.  Moved by Garner, seconded by Preseau to set a public hearing for Richard & Janis

               Kelterborn on January 14, 2002, with publication on January 2, 2002.

               Motion carried.

                  

Item 3.  Sten Palmer, Davison Land Surveying, requested Pre-preliminary Site Review for

              Cedar Park Condominiums, to be located between Pheasant Run and  Ashtyn Estates. 

 

         A.  Action on this was tabled at a meeting held on September 10, 2001, pending

               approval from the Genesee County Drain Commission on a storm water plan.  A

               letter of approval, with certain conditions, has been received from the Drain

               Commission.

 

         B.  When asked for his recommendation, Bob Palmer explained that this only grants

               approval for them to go ahead  with the engineering.  He, therefore, recommended

               that the Planning Commission give pre-preliminary approval.

 

         C.  Moved by Ranger, seconded by Schweitzer to approve Pre-preliminary Site Plan

               for Davison Land Surveying.

         Roll Call Vote:  Yeas—Giltinan, Ranger, Preseau, Schweitzer, Garner, Curtis.

                                    Nays—None.  Motion carried.

 

Item 4.  Application from Clio Fire Authority for a Special Land Use Permit to construct a new

              Fire Station at 3400 W. Vienna Road. 

 

         A.  The current C&M Building will be demolished, and they will have space in back of

               the new building.  An easement has been given by Dennis & Kathy Fuller to allow for

               a front and rear entrance.

 

         B.  The plan is for approximately 12,000 square feet with a training room, weight room,

               kitchen, offices, and 5 double bays.

 

         C.  Moved by Garner, seconded by Schweitzer to set public hearing on January 14,

               2002, with publication on January 2, 2002 for the Clio Fire Authority.

               Motion carried.

        

Item 5.  Moved by Schweitzer, seconded by Garner to adjourn at 9:20 P. M.

 

Lee Garner, Secretary

Vienna Township Planning Commission

 

          GLG:bw

 

*  NOTICE:  Next meeting will be Monday, January 14, 2002, at 7:30 P. M.

                      with Election of Officers, continuation of public hearing for

                      Nextel, public hearing for Richard & Janis Kelterborn and

                      public hearing for Clio Fire Authority as main order of

                      business