Members present: J. Fischer, B. Gardella(late) L. Little, L. MacDonald, B. Osborne, C. Person M. Schmidt and D. Gallagher

Absent: C. Marsh

Approximately 22 people in the audience

Meeting called to order: 7:02 p.m.

Pledge of Allegiance

Agenda approved as presented.

Approval of minutes: Motion by B. Osborne, 2^nd by L. Little to approve the minutes of the 11 July 2006 meeting as read. Unanimous yes vote. Noted correction of spelling error "complied", item 2 in commissioner comments.

Public comments: none

Zoning Administrators report: 8 new permits were issued this month, which included 4 new stick built homes.

Applications for permits are running consistently 13 less this year than last.

A complaint concerning camping trailer parked on property on Scenic Drive North of 15 mile

was looked into and involved parties were made aware of potential violations.

Slow progress is being made with junked car removal.

A problem has occurred with compliance of Special Land Use granted to B. Gardella-Cozy Corner Tavern at 15 Mile and Riverside. Conditions of permit stated the dumpster/grease pit were to be concealed with a "screen". B. Gardella planted 5 apple trees and maintains this is adequate screening. Commission agreed this did not constitute adequate screening. B. Gardella was not present at the time concern was presented to the commission. Chairman pointed out that the Township Board approved the permit and variances and enforcement is in the purview of the Township Enforcement Officer(s).

Supervisor took this opportunity to point out the value of and the need for specific language when conditions are attached to permits.

Special Land Use-Operation of Wrecker Service (Continued from 11 July 2006 meeting): Discussion was resumed at 7:40p.m. Mr. Moran gave a detailed description of the land use for his proposed wrecker service business. Several members of the audience voiced their support of Mr. Moran and a few questions were directed to Mr. Moran which were satisfactorily answered by him and Chairman MacDonald.

Commissioners discussed environmental impact, potential for decrease in neighborhood property values, restraints that would prohibit the site from becoming a "junk yard", and safety concerns. J. Fischer presented 7 conditions that she felt were needed. Chairman MacDonald presented similar conditions. Working with the Special Land Use Decision Document, Commissioners indicated minor negative impact. Motion to approve Special Land Use Permit with conditions made by L. Little, 2^nd by B. Osborne. Roll Call vote: J. Fischer, yes; C. Person, yes;

L. MacDonald, yes; L. Little, yes; B. Osborne, yes. (B. Gardella not present for vote.) Conditions attached to permit include: 1) 60 day storage limit on each vehicle 2) On site repair prohibited

3) No lighting in storage area 4) No signs advertising business 5) Privacy fence, 7 foot height-one foot from ground, enclosing south side (road side) and stopping at the wooded areas on the East and West sides 6) possible 20 foot expansion allowed on North (back) portion of lot with prior Township concurrence 7) Gate into storage area shall remain closed at all times. Special Land Use for a Storage yard for wrecked or abandoned vehicles granted by unanimous vote.

Brief recess, reconvene at 8:18p.m.

Special Land Use-Burton Excavating-Mineral Mining Operation property on 15 Mile Road adjacent to County pit.

Chairman pointed out that the applicants do not have title to property at this point. The sketch plan that was submitted did not show entrance/exit road(s) to property and set back lines were not indicated. B. Burton (applicant) indicated he was aware of requirements and explained situation with property. Several questions from the audience were addressed to Mr. Burton who attempted to explain that his company was interested in working with the public and he did appreciate the concerns of the residents. Public Hearing was opened at 8:43 giving the audience opportunity to express their concerns with the proposed operation. Public hearing closed 8:55.

Chairman explained to the audience that Planning Commission is working on a Master Plan that would allow the exclusion of certain business in some zones; however, at present there are no restrictions in the Township. Chairman read two letters from residents voicing negative comments on the proposed operation. Chairman read from Bruce Township Zoning Ordinance section 28.605D Earth Removal, Quarrying, Gravel Processing, Mining, and related Mineral Extraction Business to familiarize the applicant and audience with requirements already in place. Commissioners voiced concerns, however, all had to conclude this was an appropriate site for the proposed pit. J. Fischer, L. MacDonald and B. Gardella indicated minor to moderate negative impact, C. Person moderate and L. Little and B. Osborne felt the operation would have moderate to severe impact on the area. Motion made by

J. Fischer, 2^nd by B. Gardella to approve permit when all provisions of the ordinance are met including evidence of ownership of property. Roll call vote: B. Osborne, yes; L. Little, yes; L. MacDonald, yes; C. Person, yes; B. Gardella, yes; J. Fischer, yes. Condition to include hours of operation 7a.m. to 7 p.m. no work on Sunday with exceptions approved by Township Supervisor or Zoning Enforcement Officer. Also, Permit to be issued after proof of ownership provided. Reclamation and water quality monitoring plans and proof of liability insurance required prior to any work on site. Special Land Use Permit approved with one condition by unanimous vote.

Brief recess 10:25p.m.

Special meeting scheduled for 16 August 2006 to finalize permit application paperwork.

Chairperson opened Public Hearing for the proposed Zoning ordinance Amendment No. 7 at 10:35 p.m. No public

comment. Hearing closed 10:36 p.m. Chairman gave brief summary of proposed changes most of which were brought about by changes in State law. Motion by L. Little, 2^nd by B. Osborne to ask the Township Board to adopt the propose amendment. Unanimous vote to present amendment to Board.

Chairman comments: 1) Further information of the Montgomery gravel pit issue: Montgomery will be required to pay Township legal costs and must comply with judge ordered requirements.2) Township has no need for ordinance provisions concerning below ground swimming pools. County apparently has building codes for pools. 3) Master Plan draft was sent out to required officials 25 July. Public Hearing scheduled possibly end of October or very early November. 4) Parks and Recreation plan has been approved by Township Board and Chairman will obtain copies for the Commission. 5) Land use/zoning map prototypes will be prepared as a basis for starting discussions. 6) An updated nuisance abatement ordinance will be presented to the Board for consideration at their 10 August meeting. This does not involve the Planning Commission.

Commissioner comments: none at this time.

Future Planning Commission activities: Discussion postponed until next meeting.

Motion to adjourn made by L. Little, 2^nd by B. Gardella. All members voted yes. Meeting adjourned 10:47p.m.

Respectfully submitted,

Carolyn Person, Secretary