Planning Commission Regular Meeting:8/7/2024 (Minutes)
Event Date: 2024-08-07 00:00:00
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Executive Summary:
1. Call to Order and Roll Call: The Cleveland Township Planning Commission meeting was called to order by Chair Dean Manikas. Roll call was taken, and all members were present, along with two members of the public.
2. Agenda and Minutes: The agenda was accepted as presented, and the August 7, 2024, public hearing and regular planning commission minutes were approved as amended.
3. Reports:
a. Chair’s Report: Chair Manikas summarized CREO Public Act 233 about local control over wind and solar projects, which takes control away from local governments.
b. Zoning Administrator’s Report: The Zoning Administrator reported on three land use permits, received calls regarding the short-term rentals ordinance, and provided updates on the new computer setup and Adobe form usage.
4. Continuing Business:
a. Agricultural District Amendments: The Planning Commission discussed the Cleveland Township Board’s recommendations for amendments to sections 9.12 (Parks and Private Conservation Natural Areas) and 9.13 (Private Forests) of the ordinance. The commission decided on specific changes and voted to recommend the amendments to the Cleveland Township Board.
b. Other Continuing Business: The commission is still waiting on two land use presentations and plans to review the Master Plan goals and action steps at the next meeting.
5. Public Comment: A member of the public inquired about the process for the Planning Commission’s recommendations to be considered by the Township Board.
6. Adjournment: The meeting was adjourned at 7:32 PM.