Lansing (MI) City Council Info Packet For March 7 Meeting

REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF LANSING, MICHIGAN

CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 10TH FLOOR
LANSING CITY HALL
124 W. MICHIGAN AVENUE
AGENDA FOR MARCH 7, 2011
TO THE HON. MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL:

The following items were listed on the agenda in the City Clerk's Office by 4:00 p.m. on
Thursday, March 3, 2011, in accordance with Section 3-103(2) of the City Charter and will
be ready for your consideration at the regular meeting of the City Council on Monday,
March 7, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. at the Council Chambers, 10th Floor, City Hall.
I. ROLL CALL
II. MEDITATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
III. READING AND APPROVAL OF PRINTED COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
Approval of the Printed Council Proceedings of February 21, 2011

IV. CONSIDERATION OF LATE ITEMS (Suspension of Council Rule #9 is needed to
allow consideration of late items. Late items will be considered as part of the regular
portion of the meeting to which they relate.)
V. TABLED ITEMS (Tabled items, if removed from the table, will be considered as part
of the regular portion of the meeting to which they relate.)
VI. SPECIAL CEREMONIES
VII. COMMENTS BY COUNCIL MEMBERS AND CITY CLERK
VIII. COMMUNITY EVENT ANNOUNCEMENTS (Time, place, purpose, or definition of

event – 1 minute limit)
IX. SPEAKER REGISTRATION FOR PUBLIC COMMENT ON LEGISLATIVE MATTERS
X. MAYOR’S COMMENTS
XI. SHOW CAUSE HEARINGS
XII. PUBLIC COMMENT ON LEGISLATIVE MATTERS (Legislative matters consist of the

following items on the agenda: public hearings, resolutions, ordinances for
introduction, and ordinances for passage. The public may comment for up to three
minutes. Speakers must sign up on white form.)
XIII. COUNCIL CONSIDERATION OF LEGISLATIVE MATTERS
A. REFERRAL OF PUBLIC HEARINGS
B. CONSENT AGENDA
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1. BY THE COMMITTEE ON DEVELOPMENT AND PLANNING
a. Setting a Public Hearing for Monday, March 14, 2011, in
consideration of Application for Exemption of New Personal
Property Submitted by MedAssurant, Inc. for property located
at 3301 E. Michigan Ave
C. RESOLUTIONS FOR ACTION
D. REPORTS FROM COUNCIL COMMITTEES
E. ORDINANCES FOR INTRODUCTION and Setting of Public Hearings
F. ORDINANCES FOR PASSAGE
XIV. SPEAKER REGISTRATION FOR PUBLIC COMMENT ON CITY GOVERNMENT

RELATED MATTERS
XV. REPORTS OF CITY OFFICERS, BOARDS, AND COMMISSIONS; COMMUNICATIONS

AND PETITIONS; AND OTHER CITY RELATED MATTERS (Motion that all items be
considered as being read in full and that the proper referrals be made by the
President)
1. REPORTS FROM CITY OFFICERS, BOARDS, AND COMMISSIONS
a. Letter from the City Clerk submitting Minutes of Boards and

Authorities placed on file in the City Clerk’s Office
b. Letter(s) from the Mayor re:
i. SLU-7-2010, 3025 Cynwood St. – Child Care Center, Special
Land Use Request by Dianne Lewis-Hartwell to operate a child
care center at 3025 Cynwood St.
ii. Transfer of Funds; Park Millage Fund, River Trail Repair and
Maintenance
iii. Appointment of Pierre LaVoie to the Economic Development
Corporation/Tax Increment Finance Authority/Lansing
Brownfield Authority (EDC/TIFA/LBRA) Board of Directors for a
Term to Expire February 28, 2017
iv. Appointment of Jimmie Robbins to the Lansing Housing
Commission for a Resident Member Position to Expire June
30, 2014
2. COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS, AND OTHER CITY RELATED MATTERS
a. Letter from Comcast Cable providing notice of price adjustments

effective April 1, 2011
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b. Community Funding Reporting Statement submitted by Lansing
Neighborhood Council for its Bea Christy Award Dinner held on
February 11, 2011
c. Letter from Jodi Guild, Management of Causeway Bay Hotel and
Convention Center stating concerns with the Level II Nightclub
d. Letter from John Pollard of 1718 Blair St. submitting alleged Charter
violations by the Lansing City Council
XVI. MOTION OF EXCUSED ABSENCE
XVII. REMARKS BY COUNCIL MEMBERS
XVIII. REMARKS BY THE MAYOR OR EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT
XIX. PUBLIC COMMENT ON CITY GOVERNMENT RELATED MATTERS (City government

related matters are issues or topics relevant to the operation or governance of the
city. The public may comment for up to three minutes. Speakers must sign up on
yellow form.)
XX. ADJOURNMENT
CHRIS SWOPE, CITY CLERK
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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BY THE PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE

RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LANSING
Setting a Public Hearing for a Personal Property Exemption
WHEREAS, pursuant to Public Act 328 of 1998, MedAssurant, Inc. has made Application
for Exemption of New Personal Property (PPE-01-2011) for an area commonly known as
3301 East Michigan Avenue, Lansing, Michigan which is contained within the Lansing
Brownfield Redevelopment District, established, by the Lansing City Council on August 18,
1997 pursuant to pursuant to Act 381 of 1996, as amended, and
WHEREAS, prior to acting upon this request, the City desires to hold a public hearing on
MedAssurant's Application for Exemption of New Personal Property (PPE-01-2011), to
allow for all residents, taxpayers and other interested persons to appear and be heard;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that a public hearing be held in the City Council
Chambers of the City of Lansing, 10th Floor, Lansing City Hall, Lansing, Michigan, on
March 14, 2011, on MedAssurant's application for New Personal Property Exemption on
the following described property:
(Insert Legal Here)
; Commonly known as 3301 East Michigan Avenue, Lansing, Michigan,
and, that the City Clerk cause to be published in a publication of general circulation, giving
notice of such hearing, and that the City Clerk also shall notify the Lansing City Assessor
and the legislative body of each taxing unit that levies ad valorem property taxes in the
eligible local assessing district in which the eligible district is located. Before acting on the
resolution, the Lansing City Council shall afford an opportunity for all residents, taxpayers
of the City of Lansing, other interested persons, including but not limited to the City
Assessor and representatives of the affected taxing units, to appear and be heard on the
approval of a New Personal Property Exemption (PPE-01-2011).
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City of Lansing
Notice of Public Hearing
The Lansing City Council will hold a public hearing on March 14, 2011 in the City Council
Chambers, 10th Floor, Lansing City Hall, Lansing, MI, for the purpose stated below:
To afford an opportunity for all residents, taxpayers of the City of Lansing,

other interested persons, including but not limited to the City Assessor and
representatives of the affected taxing units, to appear and be heard on the
approval of a New Personal Property Exemption (PPE-01-2011) requested
by the applicant indicated below:
Applicant: MedAssurant, Inc.
Applicant's Address: 4321: Collingto.n Road

Bowie, Md 20716
Location of subject property: 3301 East Michigan Avenue

Lansing, MI 48912
Approval of a New Personal Property Exemption (PPE-01-2011) requested by

MedAssurant will result in the abatement of new personal property taxes located within the
subject property that is eligible for the tax exemption. Further information regarding this
application for property tax abatement may be obtained from Karl Dorshimer, Lansing
Economic Development Corporation, 401 S. Washington Sq., Suite 100, Lansing,
Michigan, 48933, 483-4140.
Chris Swope, Lansing City Clerk

Chris Swope
Lansing City Clerk
March 4, 2011
President Robinson and Members of the Lansing City Council

10th Floor City Hall
Lansing, MI 48933
Dear President Robinson and Council Members:
The Minutes from the Meetings of the following Boards and Authorities of the City of
Lansing were placed on file in the City Clerk's Office and are attached for your information
and review.
BOARD NAME DATE OF MEETING
Lansing Housing Commission December 15, 2010
If I, or my staff, can provide further assistance or information relative to the filing of these
minutes, please contact us at 483-4131.
Lansing City Clerk's Office

Ninth Floor, City Hall, 124 W. Michigan Ave.,. Lansing, MI 48933-1695
517-483-4131 ❑ 517-377-0068 FAX
www.lansingmi.gov/clerk ❑ clerk@lansingmi.gov

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LHC
COMMISSION 310 Seymour Lansing, MI 48933 (517) 487-6550 Fax (517) 487-6977
MINUTES OF THE December 15, 2010, COMMISSION MEETING

LANSING HOUSING COMMISSION
PRESENT AT ROLL CALL: President Villegas

Commissioner Baltimore
Commissioner Bell
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ABSENT: Commissioner Nelson
STAFF: Patricia Baines-Lake David Abood

Lisa Krell Kendra Schmidtman r^^
Phil Chajkowski Sona Mendoza
Forrest Babcock Rhonda Pagel
Dona Davenport
President Villegas called the meeting to order at 6:14 pm.
The Minutes of the October 27, 2010 Meeting were presented to the Board for approval.
Commissioner Baltimore moved to approve the minutes, Commissioner Villegas
seconded the motion.
Ayes: Baltimore, Villegas, Bell
Resolution #1116 -Investment Policy was presented to the Board for approval.
Commissioner Baltimore moved to approve the Policy, Commissioner Bell seconded the
motion.
Ayes: Baltimore, Bell, Villegas
Resolution #1117 -- Authorization for the use of proceeds from the sale of items and
property was presented to the Board for approval. Commissioner Baltimore moved to
authorize Resolution #111.7, Commissioner Bell seconded the motion.
Ayes: Baltimore, Bell, Villegas
Resolution #.1118 --Authorization to,request HUD 'approval to utilize :pr..oce'eds from the
sale of Oliver Towers to purchase a new central Office facility. Commissioner Baltimore
moved to approve the Policy, Commissioner Bell seconded the motion..
Ayes. Baltimore Bell, Villegas
Ramiro Salazar, Finance Manager presented the Housing Choice Voucher Program;
financial report;
Phil Chajkowski, Finance Manag r presented the Central Office Cost' Cer ter : along wit h'
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individual Asset Management Project's financial reports... f 1.C Chajkowski also. reported,
on the result of our Banking RFP.
cll.
Forrest Babcock presented the Asset Manage mt
e Narrative epo.. rt,, Mr, Babcoc also
presented Asset Manager' Parsons' September tivities for AMPS 102 10
Asset Manager, Rhonda Pagel reported on Hildebrandt and AMP 105, David Abood
reported on S. Washington Park and AMP 112 , and Soria Mendoza reported on activity -
at LaRoy Froh. and AMP 111
Kendra Schmidtman explained, to Commissioner Bell, the process for processing an

application for placement into our Housing. Choice Voucher Program. She then
reported on activity for November and December.
Director Lake presented a recap of 2010 achievements since her arrival at LFIC We
also provided information oil the. Lansing rood Fight and how wL lead. the way fora
group at the City to take year two. In collaboration with the City of Lansing we have
submitted an application for a Choice' Neighborhood Planning grant.
President Villegas thanked staff for all of their hard work,
There being no further business Commissioner Baltimore' moved to adjourn the

meeting.
atheta Baines Lake , Executive Director and Secretary Dat

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OFFICE OF THE MAYOR
9th Floor, City Hall
124 W. Michigan Avenue
Lansing, Michigan 48933-1694
(517) 483-4141 (voice)
(517) 483-4479 (TDD)
(517) 483-6066 (Fax)
Virg Bernero, Mayor
TO: City Council President A'Lynne Robinson and Council Members
FROM: Mayor Virg Bernero
DATE: March 3, 2011
RE: Resolution-Setting Public Hearing- SLU-7-2010-3025 Cynwood Street -

Child Care Center
The attached correspondence is forwarded for your review and appropriate action.
VB/rh
Attachment
"Equal Opportunity Employer"

City of Lansing
. Inter-Departmental
Memorandum
Virg Bernero, Mayor
To: Virg Bernero, Mayor
From: Susan Stachowiak, Zoning Administrator
Subject: CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM - 3025 Cynwood Street - Child Care Center
Date: March 2, 2011
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

BY THE COMMITTEE ON DEVELOPMENT & PLANNING
Resolved by the City Council of the City of Lansing that a public hearing be set for Monday,
April 4, 2011, 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:
SLU-7-2010, 3025 Cynwood Street, Special Land Use Permit - Church Care Center
Page 1 of 1 Approval for placement on City Council agenda:
Brigham Smith Date

City Attorney

DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND

NEIGHBORHOOD DEVELOPMENT
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. CAPITOL AVENUE ' LANSING, Ml 48933-1236 0 (517) 483-4060 • FAX: (517) 483-6036
DIRECTOR ' S OFFICE
To: The Honorable Mayor Virg Bernero
From: Elaine Keliicut, Parking Superintendent, P&NDI

For Bob Johnson, Director, P&ND
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Subject: City Council Agenda Items ice'
Date: February 16, 2011
Attached for your review today are two items for the next City Council agenda:
1. Z-11-2010, 655 Ridgewood Avenue

Rezoning from "A" Residential District to "E-2" Local Shopping District
2. SLU-7-2010, 3025 Cynwood Street
Special Land Use Permit - Child Care Center
cc: Bill Rieske, Planning

Sue Stachowiak, Planning
Attachments
Please recycle "Equal Opportunity Employer "

DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND

NEIGHBORHOOD DEVELOPMENT
316 N. CAPITOL AVENUE . LANSING, MI 48933-1236. (517) 483-4066. FAX: (517) 483-6036
PLANNING OFFICE
316 N. CAPITOL AVE., SUITE D-1
Virg Bernero, Mayor
February 16, 2011
Honorable Mayor Virg Bernero

Ninth Floor, City Hall
Lansing, MI 48933-1694
RE: SLU-7-2010, 3025 Cynwood Street

Special Land Use Permit -- Child Care Center
Dear Mayor Bernero:
The Lansing Planning Board, at its regular meeting held on February 15, 2011, voted (4-1) to recommend
approval of the request by Dianne Lewis-Hartwell to operate a child care center at 3025 Cynwood Street,
with the following conditions:
The fenced play area must be confined to the side and rear yard areas only;
2. The hours of operation are limited to 5:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.;
3. The outdoor play area and the parking lot are landscaped, buffered and screened in
accordance with Section 1290 of the Zoning Ordinance;
4. The capacity of the Child Care Center is limited to 40 children and 5 employees;
5. The proposed site improvements must be reviewed and approved through the City's site
plan review process; and
6. The parking and driveway layout shall be constructed in accordance with the site plan dated
1/25/11.
7. All necessary permits must be obtained and inspections completed prior to increasing the
capacity of the facility in excess of its existing capacity (up to 12 children).
The building at this location is zoned "A" Residential district. Churches are permitted in the "A"
Residential district, if a Special Land Use permit is approved by the Lansing City Council.
Please recycle "Equal Opportunity Employer"

SLU-7-2010, Child Care Center
February 16, 2011
Page 2
The Planning Board found, based on testimony, evidence and the staff report, that the
proposed special land use complies with the criteria of Section 1282.02(f)(1-9) of the
Zoning Ordinance for granting special land use permits.
At the public hearing held on January 18, 2011, the applicant and two of her family
members spoke in favor of and one area resident spoke in opposition to the request. A
copy of the minutes from the public hearing area attached.
Following your review of this matter, please refer it to the City Council for its
consideration.
Sincerely,
>v
William C. Rieske, Secretary
Lansing Planning Board

Planning Board Minutes January 18, 2011 Page 1 of 8
Minutes of the Regular Meeting

LANSING PLANNING BOARD
6:30 p.m., Main Level
Fire Station #1, Community Room
120 E. Shiawassee Street
Tuesday, January 18, 2011
1. OPENING SESSION
The meeting was called to order at 6:30 p.m. by Mr. Ruge
A. Roll call: Present: Ruge, Graham, Henry, Cox & Hovey

B. Staff Attending: Stachowiak
C. Excused Absences: Williams & Tobe
Ms. Graham made a motion, seconded by Ms. Henry to grant excused

absences to Mr. Williams and Ms. Tobe. On a voice vote (5-0), the motion
carried unanimously.
2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Ms. Graham made a motion, seconded by Mr. Hovey to approve the agenda as
printed. On a voice vote (5-0), the motion carried.
3. COMMUNICATIONS - None
4. HEARINGS
A. SLU-7-2010, 3025 Cynwood Street, Special Land Use Permit, Child Care
Center
This is a request by Dianne Lewis-Hartwell for a special land use permit to allow
a child care center at 3025 Cynwood Street for up to 40 children and 5
employees. The subject property is zoned "A" Residential, which district
permits child care centers if a special land use permit is approved by the
Lansing City Council.
Ms. Stachowiak stated that child care centers are uses permitted by special
land use permit in the "A" Residential district because, if managed properly,
they are considered compatible uses in residential neighborhoods. However,
the property at 3025 Cynwood Street is surrounded on all four sides by single
family residential. Ms. Stachowiak stated that a child care center of this
magnitude could generate ' a great deal of noise, traffic and on-street parking
that may be disruptive to the surrounding area. In order to minimize any
negative effects of the child care center on the surrounding neighborhood, Ms.
Stachowiak stated that the fenced play area should be confined to the side and
rear yards only. Furthermore, the hours of operation should be restricted to
6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, the capacity of the center

should be limited to a maximum of 30 children and 3 employees and the

outdoor play area and the parking lot must be well screened by a combination
of trees, shrubs and fencing. According to the site plan submitted by the
applicant, 9 parking spaces can be accommodated. Therefore, if the child care
center is to be approved, the applicant will have to reduce the capacity of the
center so that the ordinance requirement can be met.
Mr. Ruge opened the public hearing.
Brittany Hartwell, 3025 Cynwood Street, the applicant's daughter spoke in

support of the request. She stated that the purpose of the request is to allow
them to be able to give children a safe environment where they can learn, play
and excel at their own pace. Ms. Hartwell said that it is a big jump in the
number of children since they are currently licensed for a maximum of 12
children. She also said that they have ample room for 40 plus children and they
will do their best to keep the noise levels down.
Dianne Lewis-Hartwell, 3025 Cynwood Street, stated that she has been in.
this neighborhood for 20 years and wants to reach . out to the community to
provide a positive environment for children.
Ms. Graham asked Ms. Hartwell if she will continue to live in the house.
Ms. Lewis-Hartwell said that the State does not allow the day care provider to
live in the facility when it is licensed for more than 12 children.
Mr. Cox asked what the house was originally intended for.
Ms. Lewis-Hartwell said that it is a single family modular home but she had
always hoped to use it for a child care center.
Mr. Ruge asked about the parking situation that Ms. Stachowiak mentioned.
Ms. Lewis-Hartwell said that she had an architect prepared the plans and she
thought the parking was adequate. She said that the play area is adequate.
Mr. Hovey asked about how many of the children the she provides care to live
in her neighborhood.
Ms. Lewis-Hartwell said she has wanted to expand for at least 4 years. She
said that the economy prevented her from doing this earlier but now that things
are picking back up, she has a waiting list. Ms. Lewis-Hartwell said that she is
targeting low-income parents in the area that are in need of quality day care.
She said that there are only 3 other child care centers within a 3 mile radius of
her property.
Mr. Cox asked Ms. Lewis-Hartwell how she intends to address the parking and
traffic concerns that have been raised,

Ms. Lewis-Hartwell said that traffic has never been an issue thus far. She said
that the traffic will be primarily confined to morning and evening hours. She
also said that she would be open to a smaller capacity but she would also hope
that people would be willing to sacrifice a little for the safety and welfare of the
children that need quality day care. Ms. Lewis-Hartwell stated that Marquette
and Cynwood are already busy streets. She stated that she does provide pick-
up and drop-off services and some of the children come by bus since she has a
before and after school program.
John Kadlecsik, 1335 Marquette Street, stated that he has lived directly
across the street from the applicant's property for over 50 years. He said that it
was a quiet, primarily owner occupied neighborhood when he moved in. Now
there are apartment and a lot of rentals in the area which has resulted in an
increase in traffic and criminal activity. He stated that he has had people
parking on his lawn because the streets do not have curbs. Mr. Kadlecsik
stated that he is concerned about bringing 40 children in to this environment.
He said that he is very much opposed to this request.
Tony Black, 605 Sadie Court, stated that she is Ms. Lewis-Hartwell's mother
and used to work with her daughter in the day care. She said that the parents
just drop the kids off and then leave so there should not be much traffic or
parking issues. She also said that the children do not make much noise.
Seeing no one else wishing to comment, Mr. Ruge closed the public hearing.
Z-11-2010, 655 Ridgewood Avenue, Rezoning from "A" Residential to "E-

2" Local Shopping District
This is a request by Lisa Davis to rezone the property at 655 Ridgewood

Avenue, more specifically described as:
LOT 281 MAPLE HILL, CITY OF LANSING
from "A" Residential district to "E-2" Local Shopping district. The purpose of the
rezoning is to allow the building at this location to be used for and arts and
crafts store, music production studio and possibly a coffee shop.
Ms. Stachowiak said that while the uses proposed by the applicant would likely
be compatible with the surrounding area, there are other uses permitted under
the "E-2" Local Shopping district that could have serious negative impacts on
the surrounding neighborhood. As long as certain uses permitted under the "E-
2" Local Shopping district are prohibited through a conditional zoning
agreement, the proposed zoning should have no negative impacts on traffic, the
environment or future patterns of development. Ms. Stachowiak said that the
following uses should be prohibited:

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GENERAL INFORMATION
APPLICANT/OWNER: Dianne Lewis-Hartwell

3025 Cynwood Street
Lansing, MI 48906
REQUESTED ACTION: Special Land Use permit for a child care center at 3025
Cynwood Street
EXISTING LAND USE: Single family residential - Group Day Care Home
EXISTING ZONING: "A" Residential District
PROPERTY SIZE & SHAPE: Irregular Shape - See attached map

Approximately .43 acres
SURROUNDING LAND USE: N: Single Family Residential

S: Single Family Residential
E: Single Family Residential
W: Single Family Residential
SURROUNDING ZONING: N: "A" Residential District

S: "A" Residential District
E: "A" Residential District
W: "A" Residential District
MASTER PLAN DESIGNATION: The 1990 Northeast Area Comprehensive Plan designates
the subject property for low density residential use (0-6
dwelling units per acre). Cynwood and Marquette are both
designated as local streets.
SPECIFIC INFORMATION
This is a request by Dianne Lewis-Hartwell for a special land use permit to allow a child care
center at 3025 Cynwood Street for up to 40 children. The subject property is zoned "A"
Residential, which district permits child care centers if a special land use permit is approved by
the Lansing City Council.
There are three categories of day care centers. Family day care homes are for 1-6 children and
are permitted by right in all residential neighborhoods. Group day car homes are for 7-12
children and are permitted in residential area subject to the following special conditions:
(1) The facility provides and maintains on the lot not less than 900 square feet of
outdoor play space.
(2) The use of the structure as a group day care home shall be clearly incidental to the
principal residential use.

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One person, other than a member of the family residing in the dwelling, may be
employed, so long as that person is not the primary caregiver.
No change occurs in the outside appearance of the dwelling.
No signs are permitted.
The outdoor play space shall be fenced. This requirement can be waived by
approval of the Planning Division if the specified outdoor area is common open
space shared with other dwelling units.
The applicant currently operates a Group Day Care Home at her residence in compliance with
the above listed conditions.
A care center is for 13+ children and is permitted by special land use permit in all residential
districts, subject to the following conditions:
The facility provides and maintains on the lot not less than 2,500 square feet of
outdoor play space.
For each child in the facility in excess of 33 children, the facility shall provide and
maintain 75 additional square feet of outdoor play space.
Outdoor play space shall be fenced.
One sign shall be permitted, which shall not be larger than six square feet.
The applicant's proposal is to operate a child care center at 3025 Cynwood for 30-40 children
between the ages of 6 weeks and 12 years from 5:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
A complete description of the proposal is attached to this report.
AGENCY RESPONSES:
(Sent 1/11/11 - Due 1/25/11)
BWL: See attached
Building Safety: No objection to Special Land Use. Contact City of Lansing

Building Safety Office at 517-483-4155 for permit requirements.
Project must comply with Michigan Building Code.
Development: Proposed SLU should meet city requirements for parking and
fenced play area.
Fire Marshal:
LPD:
Parks & Recreation: Forestry and Grounds: We have completed our in-house review of
the mentioned project and have found that it doesn't impact any
arboricultural or grounds maintenance aspects of our operation.
We will not issue any future Forestry Permits for the purpose of
killing and removing trees for any purposes associated with the

SLU-7-201 0 3025 Cynwood Street Page 3
business at this location. Example - Parking lot installation,

business sign clear sight lines etc...
Public Service: 1. Storm water drainage from the proposed paved parking lot
would have to be addressed. There currently is not a storm
sewer system in Cynwood or Marquette Streets. Storm
water would have to be retained on-site at the current
residential rate.
2. The site plan sent does not show the existing conditions
correctly. The house is set at an angle on the lot, not
parallel with the east and west property lines as shown.
This could possibly effect the handicap parking
space/access route and the play area square footage
calculations.
Transportation: I have no objections regarding this rezoning as long as sufficient

parking can be satisfied on-site or on-street along the property
frontage on Cynwood Avenue and/or Marquette Street. The
information we have for this location is as follows:
Marquette 425 vehicles per day

Cynwood 125 vehicles per day
Volume generated by the daycare center with 40 students is

estimated to be:
AM peak hour = .81 x number of students = 32 vehicle trips

PM peak hour = .86 x number of students = 34 vehicle trips
Total daily = 4.52 x number of students = 180 vehicle trips
This traffic would be distributed to both Marquette and Cynwood.

If there are currently children being cared for at this location, the
additional traffic volumes shown above should be reduced
proportionately.
Based on the land use in this area, the volumes on Marquette are
well within the range expected based on ITE Trip Generation data.
Both Marquette and Cynwood fall into the low volume category of
local streets. Our general categories for local street are: low
volume (below 500 vehicles per day), middle volumes (500-1000),
and high volume (over 1000). There are a number of local streets
within the city with volumes into the thousands.
Marquette Street can handle the additional traffic generated by this day care facility, however,
the density of on-street parking during the peak hours could affect traffic flow.

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ANALYSIS
Section 1282.03(f)(l)-(2) sets forth the criteria which must be used to evaluate a Special Land
Use permit request. The criteria and evaluation are as follows.
1. Is the proposed special land use designed, constructed, operated and maintained in
a manner harmonious with the character of adjacent property and the surrounding
area?
The property at 3025 Cynwood Street is surrounded on all four sides by single family
residential uses. If approved, the applicant intends to convert the single family home at
this location to a child care center for up to 40 children and 5 employees. A proposed site
plan is attached to this report. A child care center of this magnitude could generate a
great deal of noise, traffic and on-street parking that may be disruptive to the surrounding
area. Furthermore, according to the attached site plan, the outdoor play area is proposed
to extend into the front yards along both Cynwood and Marquette Streets. The placement
of recreational facilities, toys, etc. in direct view from the streets may also detract from
the residential quality of the neighborhood.
Child care centers are uses permitted by special land use permit in the "A" Residential
district because, if managed properly, they are considered compatible uses in residential
neighborhoods. In order to minimize any negative effects of the child care center on the
surrounding neighborhood, the fenced play area should be confined to the side and rear
yards only. Furthermore, the hours of operation should be restricted to 6:00 a.m. to 6:00
p.m., Monday through Friday and the capacity of the center should be. limited to a
maximum of 30 children and 3 employees. Furthermore, the outdoor play area and the
parking lot must be well screened by a combination of trees, shrubs and fencing.
2. Will the proposed special land use change the essential character of the surrounding
area?
If the recommendations contained in item number 1 above are satisfied, the changes to
the essential character of the area will be minimized.
3. Will the proposed special land use interfere with the enjoyment of adjacent
properties?
The child care center has the potential to generate conditions such as noise, excessive
traffic at certain times of the day and overuse of the on-street parking that could interfere
with the enjoyment of adjacent properties. The conditions described in item number 1
are designed to protect the adjoining neighbors from any adverse effects created by the
child care center.
4. Will the proposed special land use represent an improvement to the use or character
of property under consideration and the surrounding area in general, and will the
use be in keeping with the natural environment of the lot?

The only significant change that is proposed for the physical site is the addition of a hard-
surfaced parking lot. This will require site plan review during which drainage,
landscaping and buffering will be addressed.
5. Will the proposed special land use be hazardous to adjacent property or involve
uses, activities, materials or equipment which are detrimental to the health, safety
or welfare of persons or property through the excessive production of traffic, noise,
smoke, odor, fumes or glare?
The proposed child care center does not involve the use any hazardous materials and does
not involve any activities or use of equipment that may be detrimental to the health,
safety or welfare of the community.
There may be an increase in noise from the site as a result of children playing in the yard.
However, the hours of operation are confined to the daytime and early evening hours and
furthermore, the sound of children playing is a normal part of the environment in a
residential area. The noise generated from the outdoor play area will be minimized by
confining it to the back yard and screening it with a combination of fence and plant
materials.
With the exception of the early morning drop-off and evening pick-up times, the
proposed use should not generate an excessive amount of traffic in the neighborhood.
6. Will the proposed special land use be adequately served by essential public facilities
and services, or is it demonstrated that the person responsible for the proposed
special land use is able to continually provide adequately for the services and
facilities deemed essential to the special land use under consideration?
The subject property is served by all necessary public services and utilities for its current
use. The proposal is being reviewed by the City Public Service Dept. and the Board of
Water & Light to determine if utilities are adequate for the proposed use. Permits and
inspections will be necessary to determine if the structure complies with current building
code and fire code requirements for a child care center.
7. Will the proposed special land use place demands on public services and facilities in
excess of current capacity?
This issue is currently being given a cursory review by the applicable city departments
and agencies. A more thorough review will be conducted during the site plan review
process.
8. Is the proposed special land use consistent with the intent and purpose of this
Zoning Code and the objectives of any currently adopted Comprehensive Plan?
The Northeast Area Comprehensive Plan designates the subject property for low density
residential use. While the proposed child care center is a nonresidential use, much like

churches and schools, it is considered a compatible use in a residential district.

Furthermore, the Zoning Ordinance specifically permits child care centers in residential
districts, subject to obtaining a Special Land Use permit.
9. Will the proposed special land use meet the dimensional requirements of the district
in which the property is located?
The only dimensional requirement that applies to this request is parking. Section
1284.13(b)(1) requires one parking space for each employee and one space for each ten
children, plus three passenger spaces for loading and unloading of children. Based on
the applicant's proposal, 12 parking spaces will be required. According to the revised
site plan that was submitted by the applicant at the February 8, 2011 meeting, 12. parking
spaces can be accommodated.
SPECIALCONDITIONS
The following conditions are required for child care centers in the "A" Residential
district:
(1) The facility provides and maintains on the lot not less than 2,500 square feet of
outdoor play space.
The site can accommodate a 5,900 square foot outdoor play area.
(2) For each child in the facility in excess of 33 children, the facility shall provide
and maintain 75 additional square feet of outdoor play space.
There is more than adequate space on the lot to accommodate this requirement for
up to 40 children.
(3) Outdoor play space shall be fenced.
The outdoor play area will be surrounded by a fence. The .fence will have to
comply with the standards of Section 1292 of the Zoning Ordinance. This Section
restricts the height of front yard fence to a maximum of 3 feet. Front yard fences
that are at least 75% visually open . are permitted a maximum height of 4 feet.
Side and rear yard fences are permitted a maximum height of 6 feet. The play
area, however, should be confined to the side and rear yards only.
(4) One sign shall be permitted, which shall not be larger than six square feet.
A permit will be required prior to installation of a sign.

SUMMARY
This is a request by Dianne Lewis-Hartwell for a special land use permit to allow a child care
center at 3025 Cynwood Street for up to 40 children. The subject property is zoned "A"
Residential, which district permits child care centers if a special land use permit is approved by
the Lansing City Council.
Based on the findings contained in this staff report, the proposal is capable of complying with the
criteria of Section 1282.03(f)(l)-(9) of the Zoning Code for evaluating Special Land Use permits,
subject to the conditions listed below.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends approval of SLU-7-2010, based upon the findings of fact as outlined in this
staff report, with the following conditions:
1. The fenced play area must be confined to the side and rear yard areas only;
3. The outdoor play area and the parking lot are landscaped, buffered and screened in
accordance with Section 1290 of the Zoning Ordinance;
5. The proposed parking lot must be reviewed and approved through the City's site plan
review process; and
6. All necessary permits must be obtained and inspections completed prior to increasing the
capacity of the facility in excess of its existing capacity (up to 12 children).
Respectfully Submitted,
Susan Stachowiak
Zoning Administrator

RITE DATA.
BUILDING JURISDICTION: CITY OF LANSING
SITE AREA: 18,490 SQUARE FEET
IMPERMEABLE AREA: 6,880 SQUARE FEET
PERCENT OPEN AREA: 63%
NUMBER OF STAFF: 5
NUMBER OF CHILDREN: 50
REQUIRED PARKING: 5+5+3 DROP OFF PARKING
SPACES
I BARRIER FREE PARKING SPACE REQUIRED
BUILDING FOOTPRINT: 2,095 SQUARE FEET

PROJECT: CONVERT UPPER LEVEL TO DAYCARE
PROVIDE REQUIRED PARKING
BUILDING USE: DAYCARE
LANDSCAPING IN BUFFER: 7 SHRUBS AT FENCE
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Proposed Special Land Usage:
This proposal is to acquire a special land usage in, regards to . the property at 3025
Cynwood street Lansing Michigan 48906, for expansion of my present home daycare
(less then twelve children) into a full time Learning Daycare Center. The center will
consist of 30 to 40 children; this will meet the childcare needs in this area at this time.
The hours of operation will be from 5:30am to 7:00pm to meet the needs of non-
traditional hours of working parents. I may seek expansion of up to 50 children within 2
to 3 years if in popular demand.
Different areas will be provided for different classroom ages. There will be space for 8
infants with 2 adults (states regulation for adult to child ratio) ages 3 and up will be 28
children with 3 adults. The property will also accommodate enough area for outdoor
play and plenty of parking spaces for employees, staff, parents/guardians and visitors
(Requirements are attached).
The property is located on the corner of Cynwood and Marquette and consists of two
lots. The home is 2095 square feet upstairs and 2095 square feet down stairs (finished
basement). The inside provides plenty of open space for children activities, play, staff
lounge, family interaction etc. (outline is provided). Downstairs has an approved egress
window. There is an abundance of open space for numerous activities. And this
homestead is equipped with certain features including; alarm system, fire extinguishers,
and egress window (complete outline listed on page 3).
With many school bus stops in the area, it accommodates working parents with
nontraditional work hours that conflict with school hours, making it accessible for school
agers to be able to take the bus straight to school and back to daycare.
Currently, there is a great need for good quality learning childcare centers. This center
would fulfill the parent's expectations, and making them feel comfortable leaving their
children in our care (program description and outline attached).
This area is a wonderful location, surrounded by numerous industrial and local
businesses such as Peckam, Lansing state buildings and capital area city airport. The
surrounding neighbors consist of young and old families, retired and working school
teachers, state and city workers, and single parent homes. There are only three other
daycare centers within a three mile vicinity and this center would be a great asset to the
neighborhood and surrounding area. Little Blessing's would help accommodate the
needs by; providing good quality childcare and learning environment at a reasonable
low rate.
The north side is a continually growing; I have lived in the surrounding area for 21 years
and have had no complaints or concerns with the presences of my home daycare in the
neighborhood. This center would be an asset to the area and beneficial to the
community.
Mission & Philosophy:
Our mission is to provide the best childcare possible at a reasonable rate, we
cater to the well-being and growth of the whole child; you can say we're like
home away from home! We build our name on a trusting, caring, loving and
learning atmosphere.
We strive on Quality not quantity...
^We build self esteem and competence in a child:

Planned curriculum that involves the five-selves (physical, creative, emotional cognitive and social).
We provide age appropriate materials and equipment to promote growth and development.
Ili We provide a healthy and safe environment:

We clean and maintain equipment on regular basis.
We serve daily balance meals and snack (recommended by the USDA)
We provide a non-smoking and sterilized environment.
11,-Qualified and nurturing staff:

Staff are trained and receive training on regular basis
Staff believes in Daycare philosophy
We provide a friendly and caring relationship
Little Blessing' Licensed Daycare PLLC

Inspection and Requirements that will be done:
Upon approval of special land usage
-Special land usage (city zoning requirements)

• Fire inspection-qualified fire safety inspector (enclosed-will get an updated one)
•Health inspection
•0n-site inspection-conducted by License Division, State of Michigan
',Compliance with all licensing rules, plans, policies and documentation-conducted
Licensed Division.-forms attached
Projects that will take place:

Some minor renovation to bring house up to requirement for State of Michigan-
licensed to be issued after approval of special land usage.
'Handy cap ramp

' Fire doors installed (front and side doors)
Drive will be extended to meet the city equipments for parking (enclosed)
• Wall meet requirement by heater (three inch thick, if use of basement)
• Fire sprinkler in basement (if use of basement)
The structure already has:
'Convenient to city and school bus line

-Alarm system
•Central air
'Water softener through the house
'Radon system
• Sump Pump
• Carbon dioxide alarms (upstairs/downstairs)
' Fire alarms in every room
' Fire extinguishers
'Egress window
•0ut-door Security light
', Security cameras
•Sensor lights
'Separate heating units (upstairs/downstairs)
•Business Granger trash remover Dumpster
' Phone line
•Ceiling fans
',Fenced in front and backyard
DAY CARE POLICY STATEMENT
of
Little Blessing's Licensed Daycare PLLC
3025 Cywnood street
Lanisng, MI 48906
(517) 886-9065
Philosophy/Mission Statement
Our mission is to provide the best childcare possible at a reasonal rate, we cater to the well-being
and growth of the whole child; you can say were like home away from home! We build our
name on a trusting, caring, loving and learning atmosphere. We strive on Quality not quantity...
Personal Background/Qualifications
Child care will be provided by the following individual(s) with the following qualifications:
Dianne Lewis-Hartwell: Associates in Child Development, CPR/First aid qualified, blood-borne

pathogen training, member of NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young
Children, union member of CCPTM, Particiate of AFCD (Asscoaiton for Child Development),
Numerbous workshops training and the Winner of the Governor Quality Care Award.
Staff will need a high school diploma, and some credits in child development. CPR/First aid,
blood-home pathogen and yearly work shops.
Age and Number of Children Accepted
Little Blessings will care for a maximum of 40 children. This number is based on the indoor and
outdoor square footage of the child care facility as well as the number of child care providers on
staff.
Little Blessing's provides care for children between the ages of 6 weeks and 12 years. In order to
provide quality child care services, Dianne Lewis-Hartwell has established limits on the number
of children in each age group as follows: 8 infants, 20 preschooler, 12 older children.
Little Blessings strictly complies with child care regulations regarding child-to-staff ratios.
Hours of Operation
Dianne Lewis-Hartwell will accept children from 5:30 am to 7:00pm, Monday - Friday.
Drop in care is available from 5:30 am to 7:00pm, Monday - Friday.
Fee:
Child care fees are strictly based on the scheduled hour's of contracted child care services.
Dianne Lewis-Hartwell will not adjust child care fees for late arrival, early pickup, or missed
days.
Fees for Full-Time Child Care:
Child care fees for full-time prescheduled child care are $140.00 per week. Full-time child care
is defined to be 30 or more hours per week.
Fees for Part-Time Child Care:
Child care fees for part-time prescheduled child care are $80.00 per week. Part-time child care is
defined to be less than 25 hours per week. Parents may vary part-time child care hours if 24
hours advance notice is provided to Dianne Lewis-Hartwell.
Registration Fee:
Little Blessings charges $30.00 per child as an initial registration fee. This fee must be paid at
the time the Day Care Contract is signed. The registration fee is nonrefundable and is not
applied to any child care fees.
Fees for Unscheduled Child Care:
Child care fees for any unscheduled hours are $35.00 per week, or if less than 1 week, are $35.00
per day, or if less than 1 day, are $5.00 per hour.
Past Due Payments:
Parents must pay child care fees on or before the first day day of each week. Payments may be
made by check, cash, or money order. If fees are not paid. in full and on time, parents must pay a
$5.00 per day late fee. If fees are not paid within 7 days of their due date, the child will not be
allowed to attend the facility until all amounts due are received in full.
Returned Check Fee:
The parent must pay a $35.00 fee for all checks returned unpaid. If a check is returned unpaid,
all future payments by the parent must be made in cash.
Overtime Fees:
Little Blessings will charge an overtime fee of $5.00 per 15-minute interval if a child is not
picked up by the scheduled time. This overtime fee must be paid when the parent picks up the
child.
Collection Fees:
If any payment obligation is not paid when due, the parent is responsible for paying all costs of
collection, including reasonable attorney fees, whether or not a lawsuit is started as part of the
collection process.
Termination of Child Care Services
Child care may be terminated by the provider or the parent only by providing the other party with
2 weeks advance written notice. If the parent fails to provide 2 weeks advance written notice,
payment for the 2 weeks or portion of such 2 weeks after such notice is still required.
Dianne Lewis-Hartwell retains the right to terminate a child's enrollment without notice for the
following reasons:
A child's behavior is destructive, uncontrollable, violent, or threatening to the other

children or providers at the care facility. This determination is made in the sole discretion
of the Provider.
A parent's behavior is threatening or abusive to the other children or providers at the care
facility.
- Child care fees are 2 weeks days or more delinquent.
A child is absent for 1 week days or more without reasonable explanation or payment
from the parent.
All terminations of this type can be made effective immediately.
Holidays, Vacations, Miscellaneous Closings
Little Blessings will not provide child care on any federalor state holidays. The child care fees
will not be adjusted for the holidays during which Little Blessings facility is closed. In addition,
LB will not provide child care on the following days: vactions days- will give a yearly calendar.
The child care fees will be reduced proportionately for the days during which facility is closed
(for LB vacation days only).
Little Blessings facility will be closed for the provider's vacation on the following days:
The child care fees will be reduced proportionately for the days
during which the provider is on vacation. The parent is responsible for arranging alternate child
care during the provider's vacation.
The parent is responsible for arranging for alternate child care for closings when the provider is
attending training classes and for emergency closings due to severe weather. The child care fees
will not be adjusted for such closings.

The parent must provide Dianne Lewis-Hartwell with week advance written notice of expected
family vacations. The child care fees will not be adjusted for the time period that a child does
not attend because of a family vacation.
Program Activities
Little Blessings will provide daily activities, toys, and materials appropriate for each child's age
level to entertain the child as well as facilitate the child's physical, intellectual, social, and
emotional development.
Toy weapons, such as guns or knives, are absolutely prohibited. Dianne Lewis-Hartwell is not
responsible for lost or broken toys brought from home.
Dianne Lewis-Hartwell will post a weekly activity chart, which will detail the activities for the
upcoming week.
Dianne Lewis-Hartwell may occasionally take the children on field trips. A child will not be
allowed to participate in a field trip unless the parent has signed a permission form. Parents will
be given advance written notice of the dates and locations of all field trips. Additional fees may
be charged to the parent in order to reimburse Dianne Lewis-Hartwell for admission prices,
transportation costs, and/or meal costs in connection with the field trip. If a parent chooses not to
have his/her child participate in the field trip, the parent is responsible for arranging alternate
child care. The child care fees will not be reduced for the time period of the field trip for
nonparticipating children.
At various times, Dianne Lewis-Hartwell may structure excursions, such as walks, bike rides, or
car trips with the children. The parent must sign a general release authorizing Dianne
Lewis-Hartwell to engage in such activities with the child.
Meals
Meal times are as follows:
Breakfast: 7-9am
Lunch: 11:30-12:30
Mid-afternoon snack: 3:00-4:15
These meals will be served by Little Blessings and are included in the child care fees. Dianne
Lewis-Hartwell will post a weekly menu for parents to review.
Parents should inform Dianne Lewis-Hartwell of their child's favorite foods. Dianne
Lewis-Hartwell may incorporate these foods into its menu.
Parents are not to send gum or candy.

Dianne Lewis-Hartwell will provide meals for children with special dietary needs.
All meals provided by Dianne Lewis-Hartwell will comply with the United States Department of
Agriculture's nutritional guidelines.
Infants
Infants will be fed either formula or breast milk, both of which are to be supplied by the parent.
The parent is responsible for providing baby food for as long as that is necessary.
The parent should provide Dianne Lewis-Hartwell with information regarding feeding times and
other feeding instructions.
Diapers are checked on a regular basis and changed whenever reasonably necessary. After the
diaper is changed, the diaper-changing area will be sterilized and the provider's hands washed.
Parents should provide Dianne Lewis-Hartwell with any special instructions regarding the use of
diaper-changing products, such as powder or ointment.
Toilet Training
Dianne Lewis-Hartwell will assist with toilet training. However, the parent should first initiate
the training at home. When training has started, the parent must supply training pants, pull-ups,
or underwear with rubber pants.
Naps and Rest Periods
Nap time is as follows: 12-2:30. It is helpful if parents do not drop off or pickup their child
during scheduled nap times.
Supplies
The parent is responsible for providing the following items to Dianne Lewis-Hartwell for the
benefit of the child whenever reasonably requested by Dianne Lewis-Hartwell:
Dianne Lewis-Hartwell will be responsible for providing the following items:
Medical Care Information
The parent must provide Dianne Lewis-Hartwell with updated medical information regarding his
or her child, such as information regarding the child's medical problems, immunizations,
allergies, regular medications, physical handicaps, or restrictions on the child's physical
activities. Information should also be provided as to whether the child has had measles, chicken
pox, mumps, whooping cough, or any other contagious disease. This information should be
provided to Dianne Lewis-Hartwell prior to the child's first day of care.
If a child becomes ill, Dianne Lewis-Hartwell will first try to reach the parent. If the parent
cannot be reached, Dianne Lewis-Hartwell may contact the child's physician.
In case of a medical emergency, Dianne Lewis-Hartwell will obtain the necessary emergency
medical care for the child, including but not limited to transportation to an emergency room. The
parent will be responsible for all costs and expenses incurred in connection with any medical care
provided to the child, including the cost of transportation.
Sick Child Policy
The goal of Little Blessing's facility is to keep both the children and the caregivers healthy.
Therefore, if a child exhibits any of the symptoms listed below, the child will not be allowed to
attend the child care facility until the symptoms are no longer present or unless the parent has
obtained a statement from the child's doctor that the child is not contagious. The final decision
as to whether a child will be admitted to the child care facility will be made in the sole discretion
of the provider.
This policy applies to the following symptoms:
a. Fever of 101 degrees F

b. Persistent diarrhea
c. Continuous coughing
d. Irregular breathing
e. Unusual rashes
f. Vomiting
g. Yellowish color to the eyes or skin
h. Swallowing difficulty
i. Persistent and/or excessive crying
J. Discharge from eyes or ears
k. Excessive drowsiness
1. Lice
m. Communicable diseases
n. Earache
If a child exhibits any of these symptoms while present at the child care facility, the parent will
be notified and must immediately remove the child. The child may be isolated from the other
children at the child care facility until the parent arrives.
Dianne Lewis-Hartwell/staff will notify the parent of any contagious diseases about which the
provider has knowledge that a child may have been exposed to while at the child care facility.
The parent is expected to inform Dianne Lewis-Hartwell/staff of any illness or problem of a child
that might affect other children at the child care facility.
The parent is responsible to arrange for alternate care if the child is sick or is otherwise unable to
attend the child care facility. Child care fees will not be adjusted for the days that a sick child
does not attend the child care facility.
Dianne Lewis-Hartwell/staff will administer prescription and over-the-counter medication to a

sick child. The parent must complete a medication consent form listing the type of medication,
the dosage, the time of day it should be administered, and any side effects or special instructions.
All medications must be in the original container with the child's name on it.
Emergencies
Emergency telephone numbers are posted at each telephone. Emergency evacuation plans are
posted at each exit. Periodically, the children will practice the evacuation plans.
In case of an emergency, Dianne Lewis-Hartwell/staff will first try to reach the parent. If the
parent cannot be reached, Dianne Lewis-Hartwell will then contact the child's emergency contact
person(s) as listed in the Day Care Contract.
It is unavoidable that children will incur scratches and scrapes while playing. These minor
injuries will be treated by Dianne Lewis-Hartwell/staff with antiseptic and a bandage. Dianne
Lewis-Hartwell will inform the parent of the minor injury and the treatment provided.
Discipline
Dianne Lewis-Hartwell/staff will explain the rules of the child care facility to all children under
his/her care, as appropriate. When a child understands the rules but chooses not to follow the
rules, then Dianne Lewis-Hartwell may discipline the child using age-appropriate techniques,
which consist of the following: time out.If necessary, Dianne Lewis-Hartwell will discuss other
options with the parent.
Substitute Child Care Providers
If Dianne Lewis-Hartwell is temporarily unable to provide child care services due to

circumstances beyond his/her reasonable control, Dianne Lewis-Hartwell may, but has no
obligation to, arrange for a substitute child care provider with qualifications similar to the
provider's. Dianne Lewis-Hartwell will use his/her best efforts to provide parents with
reasonable advance notice of the need for such substitute care, the name of the substitute
provider, and the hours that the substitute will provide care. The provider will provide parents
with a list of substitute child care providers upon request.
Pickup of a Child
To ensure the safety of the children attending the child care facility, Little Blessings has
established the following procedures for the pickup of a child from his/her facility: only on the
emergency paper.
The parent must inform Dianne Lewis-Hartwell/staff in advance if someone other than the parent
will pick up the child. If the parent has not provided Dianne Lewis-Hartwell with such
information, the child will not be released to the individual(s), and the parent will be notified.
Children with Special Needs
Dianne Lewis-Hartwell/staff is willing to provide care for children with special needs.
Provider qualifications include:
Future Enrollment
Payment of the registration fee will hold a child care spot open. Dianne Lewis-Hartwell will not
hold a child care spot open unless the parent has signed the Day Care Contract, completed all
required forms, and paid the registration fee. The registration fee is nonrefundable if enrollment
is cancelled.
Day Care Contract
The parent must review and sign the Day Care Contract prior to the child's first day of care.
' Equal Opportunity
No child will be denied care on the basis of race, color, sex, disability, age, national origin, or
religion of either the parent or the child.
Confidentiality
Dianne Lewis-Hartwell will keep files on each child confidential. All private information
exchanged between the parent and the provider will remain confidential.
Child Abuse and Neglect
Dianne Lewis-Hartwell/staff will carry out his/her obligation to report all suspected cases of
child abuse and/or neglect to the proper authorities.
Child Care Regulations
Dianne Lewis-Hartwell/staff operates in full compliance with all state and local child care
regulations.

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OFFICE OF THE MAYOR

(517) 483-4141 (voice)
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Virg Bernero, Mayor
DATE: March 3, 2011
RE: Resolution-Approving- SLU-7-2010-3025 Cynwood Street - Child Care

Center
The attached correspondence is forwarded for your review and appropriate action.
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Memorandum
Virg Bernero, Mayor
To: Virg Bemero, Mayor
From: Susan Stachowiak, Zoning Administrator
Subject: CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM - 3025 Cynwood Street - Child Care Center
Date: March 2, 2011
Attachments

BY THE COMMITTEE OF DEVELOPMENT AND PLANNING

SLU-7-2011
3025 Cynwood Street
Child Care Center in the "A"Residential District
WHEREAS, the applicant, Dianne Lewis-Hartwell, has requested a Special Land Use permit
(SLU-7-2010) to operate a child care center at 3025 Cynwood Street; and
WHEREAS, the property is zoned "A" Residential District where child care centers are permitted
subject to obtaining a special land use permit; and
WHEREAS, a review was completed by staff evaluating the character, location and impact this
proposal would have on the surrounding area and the impact on the environment, utilities,
services and compliance with the Zoning Code and objectives of the Comprehensive Plan; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Board held a public hearing on. January 18, 2011, at which the
applicant and two of her family members spoke in favor of the request and one area resident
spoke in opposition to the request; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Board (based upon testimony, evidence and the staff report) at its
February 15, 2011 meeting, voted (4-1) to recommend approval of SLU-7-2010 to permit a child
care center at 3025 Cynwood Street, with the following conditions:
3. The outdoor play area and the parking lot are landscaped, buffered and screened
in accordance with Section 1290 of the Zoning Ordinance;
5. The proposed site improvements must be reviewed and approved through the
City's site plan review process;
6. The parking and driveway layout shall be constructed in accordance with the site
plan dated 1/25/11;
7. All necessary permits must be obtained and inspections completed prior to
increasing the capacity of the facility in excess of its existing capacity (up to 12
children); and
WHEREAS, the City Council held a public hearing regarding SLU-7-2010 on April 4, 2011; and
WHEREAS, the Committee on Development and Planning has reviewed the report and
recommendation of the Planning Board and concurs therewith; and
Page 1 of 2 Approved for placement on City Council Agenda
Brigham Smith, City Attorney Date

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Lansing City Council hereby approves SLU-7-
2010 to establish a child care center at 3025 Cynwood Street, with the following conditions
3. The outdoor play area and the parking lot are landscaped, buffered and screened
in accordance with Section 1290 of the Zoning Ordinance;
5. The proposed site improvements must be reviewed and approved through the
City's site plan review process;
6. The parking and driveway layout shall be constructed in accordance with the site
plan dated 1/25/11;
7. All necessary permits must be obtained and inspections completed prior to
increasing the capacity of the facility in excess of its existing capacity (up to 12
children); and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this Special Land Use permit shall remain in effect only so
long as the petitioner fully complies with this resolution, and if the petitioner fails to comply, the
Special Land Use permit may be terminated by City Council Resolution.
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED that in granting this request, the City Council determines the
following:
1. The proposed child care center is compatible with the essential character of the
surrounding area, as designed.
2. The proposed child care center will not change the essential character of the
surrounding area.
3. The proposed child care center will not interfere with the general enjoyment of
adjacent properties.
4. The proposed child care center will not impact adjacent properties as it will not be
detrimental to the use or character of the property under consideration.
5. The proposed child care center will not impact the health, safety and welfare of
persons or property in the surrounding area.
6. The proposed child care center can be adequately served by essential public
facilities and services.
7. The proposed child care center will not place any demands on public services
and facilities in excess of current capacities.
8. The proposed child care center is consistent with the intent and purposes of the
Zoning Code and the Northeast Area Comprehensive plan. .
9. The proposed child care center will comply with the requirements of the "A"
Residential District.
Page 2 .of 2 Approved for placement on City Council Agenda
Brigham Smith, City Attorney Date

OFFICE OF THE MAYOR

(517) 483-4141 (voice)
(517) 483-4479 (TDD)
(517) 483-6066 (Fax)
Virg Bernero, Mayor
DATE: March 3, 2011
RE: Resolution- Budget Transfer- Funds from Old Park Millage Projects for River Trail
Repairs-South of Elm Street Bridge
The attached correspondence is forwarded for your review and appropriate. action.
VB/rh
Attachment

City of Lansing
Inter-Departmental
Memorandum
Virg Bernero, Mayor
From: Angie Bennett, Budget Manager
Subject: Resolution- Budget Transfer- Funds from Old Park Millage Projects for River Trail
Repairs-South of Elm Street Bridge
Date: March 3, 2011
Attachments

BY THE COMMITTEE ON WAYS AND MEANS

That the following FY 2011 transfer be approved;
$ 24,172.09 From: Park Millage-River Trail Map

412.933 890.743000.46136
$ 41,318.27 From: Park Millage-Hunter Park Shelter
412.933 890.975000.46140
$65,490.36 to: Park Millage-River Trail Repair and Maintenance 412.933890.974000.14]
(Explanation: Transfer needed to cover the cost of the River Trail repair just south of the Elm
Street Bridge. Original FY 2011 appropriation for River Trail Repair and Maintenance was
$160,000.00. Current balance in the River Trail Repair and Maintenance account is $109,750.92.
The low bid for the project is $167,925. Funds are available from old projects.)

Virg Bernero, Mayor City of Lansing

Finance Department
nteroffice Communication
TO: Nicholas Soucy
FROM: Angela Bennett, Budget Manage
DATE: February 24, 2011
SUBJECT: Agenda Items

A 4'13
Please process the attached budget transfer item for the FCity Council Agenda:
Rivertrail Repairs
If you have any questions, please contact me or Tom Wendt.
Thanks!

:BY THE COMMITTEE ON WAYS AND MEANS

RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY Y OF LANSING
That the following FY 2011 transfer be approved;
$ 24,172.09 From: Park M:illage-River Trail Map 412.933890.74 3000.461.36

$ 41,3 18.27 From: ParkMilla.ge-Hunter Park Shelter 412.933890.975000.46140
165,490.36 to: Park Ming-River Trail Repair and Maintenance 412.933890.974000.1411 I.
(Explanation: Transfer needed to cover the cost of the River Trail repair just south of the Calm Street Bridge.
Original FY 2011 appropriation for River Trail Repair and Maintenance was $160,000.00. Current balance in
the River Trail Repair and Maintenance account is 1.109,750.92. The low bid for the project is 167,925. Funds
are available from old projects.)
Certified as to tl è,Z, ailabili ^ôf Punds:
ryÂlibrp(, Director of Finance
Approved by the Committee of The Whole:
Approved for placement on the City Council agenda:
Brigham Smith, City Attorney

'BUDGET TRANSFER FY 2011

Prepared by TAW
_ Administrative Transfer #
Executive
_ Personnel _ Other Costs _ Equipment
X Capital Projects :Debt Service Operating Transfer
Returned to Department for signature on: Jan 27, 2011

X Appropriations
_ Change of Intent
SOURCE: PARK MILLAGE FUND

FROM: River Trail Map, Hunter Park Shelter
Available
Order Account Number Title Request Balance As Of:
412.933890.743000.46136 River Trail Map $24.172.09 $24,172.09 01/25/1.1
412.933890.975000.46140 Hunter Park Shelter $41,318.27 $41,318.27 01/25/11
$65,490.36
EXPLANATION OF OVERAGE:
Residual funds from completed projects.
SUBJECT: PARK MILLAGE FUND

TO: River Trail Repair and Maintenance
Available
Order Account Number Title Request Balance As Of:
412.933 890.974000.14111 River Trail Repair and Maintenance $65,490.36 $109,750.92 01/25/11
EXPLANATION OF NECESSITY:
Funds needed for the River Trail repair just south of the Elm Street Bridge
REQUESTED BY: DATE:

D 4- men 1
APPROVED BY: DATE: ,,2

Ex cu e Ass(start to Mayor
Approved by Ways & Means Approved by City Council Resolution 11-

OFFICE OF THE MAYOR
(517) 483-4141 (voice)
(517) 483-4479 (TDD)
(517) 483-6066 (Fax)
Virg Bernero, Mayor
March 3, 2011
Council President A'Lynne Robinson and

City Council Members
Lansing City Council
10th Floor City Hall
Lansing, MI 48933
Dear President Robinson and City Council Members:
I herewith submit for your confirmation the appointment of Pierre LaVoie, 922 Cowley Avenue,
East Lansing, MI 48823 as an At-Large member on the Economic Development Corporation Board
for a term to expire February 28, 2017. This appointee has been vetted and meets the qualifications
as required by the City charter.
Your confiiiiiation of this appointment is appreciated.
Sincerely,
#6:r
Virg Bernero
Mayor

City of Lansing
Inter-Departmental
Memorandum
Virg Bernero, Mayor
From: Joe McDonald, Community Outreach Coordinator
Subject: Resolution-Appointment of Pierre LaVoie as an At-Large Member on the Economic

Development Corporation Board for a Term to Expire February 28, 2017
. Date: March 3, 2011
Attachments

BY THE
WHEREAS, the Mayor made the appointment of Pierre LaVoie as an At-Large Member
on the Economic Development Corporation Board for a Term to Expire February 28,
2017
WHEREAS, the Committee met on and took affirmative

action;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Lansing City Council, hereby confirms
the appointment of Pierre LaVoie as an At-Large Member on the Economic
Development Corporation/Tax Increment Finance Authority/Lansing Brownfield
Redevelopment Authority (EDC/TIFAILBRA) Board for a Term to Expire February 28,
2017

OFFICE OF THE MAYOR

(517) 483-4141 (voice)
(517) 483-4479 (TDD)
(517) 483-6066 (Fax)
Virg Bernero, Mayor
March 3, 2011
Council President A'Lynne Robinson and Council Members

Lansing City Council
124 W. Michigan Avenue, 10 fl' Floor
Lansing, MI 48933
Dear President Robinson and Council Members:
Please be advised that I have appointed Jimmie Robbins, 3200 S. Washington Avenue Apt 306,
Lansing, MI 48910 to fill the Resident Member position on the Lansing Housing Commission for a
term to expire June 30, 2019r. This appointee has been vetted and meets the qualifications as
required by the City charter.
Thank you for your attention to this matter.
Sincerely,
Virg Bernero
Mayor of Lansing
cc: Patricia Lake, Lansing Housing Commission

Comcast.
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February 25, 2011
Chris Swope, Clerk

City of Lansing
124 W. Michigan Ave., 9th Floor
Lansing, MI 48933
RE: Important Information - Price Changes
Dear Mr. Swope:
Beginning April 1, 2011, we are adjusting some of our video-related prices in Michigan.
While we have been highly focused on controlling our costs for the benefit of our customers, our
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support new product features, more programming choices and improved customer experience.
These investments make it possible to provide the additional High Definition (HD) and 3D
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And we stand behind it all with the Comcast Customer Guarantee: our promise to provide a
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Visit us at Comcast.com to learn more.
As always, if you should have any questions or concerns regarding this matter, or any matter,
please feel free to contact me at 517-334-5686.
Sincerely,
John P. Gardner
Government Affairs Manager
Comcast, Michigan Region
1401 E. Miller Rd.d
Lansing, MI 48911
Enclosure
Schedule of video-related price changes; effective April 1, 2011, unless noted below.
All prices are subject to applicable franchise fees and state sales tax, and are subject to change.
CURRENT NEW
MONTHLY PRICE MONTHLY PRICE
VIDEO SERVICES APRIL 1, 2011
Limited Basic Service $17.99 $18.99
Digital Starter Package (includes Limited $60.98 $60.98
Basic and Standard Basic channels)
Digital Preferred (requires subscription to $16.95 $17.95
Digital Starter Package)
Digital Preferred Package $77.93 $78.93
Digital Preferred Package with 1 Premium $96.49 $97.49
(includes Digital Preferred and choice of HBO,
Showtime, Starz or Cinemax)
Digital Preferred Package with 2 Premiums $107.99 $108.99
(includes Digital Preferred, HBO and choice of
Showtime, Starz or Cinemax)
Digital Preferred Plus Package (includes Digital $113.99 $114.99
Preferred, HBO and Starz )
Digital Premier Package (includes Digital $120.99 $121.99
Preferred, HBO, Showtime, Starz and Cinemax)
Digital Premier Package plus Sports $128.94 $129.94
Entertainment Package (includes Digital
Preferred, HBO, Showtime, Starz, Cinemax and
Sports Entertainment Package)
Digital Additional Outlet Service $7.95 $8.95
AnyRoomTM (DVR) Service Additional Outlet $7.95 $8.95
CURRENT NEW
MONTHLY PRICE MONTHLY PRICE
TRIPLE PLAY PACKAGES APRIL 1 2011
TP3.0 Value Plus $119.99 $124.99
TP3.0 Starter $134.99 $139.99
TP3.0 Preferred with Blast! $164.99 $169.99
TP3.0 Premier $199.99 $204.99
INSTALLATION/SERVICE CHARGES CURRENT PRICE NEW PRICE

Service Protection Plan (monthly) $2.95 $3.95
Hourly Service Charge (effective 5/1/11) $50.00 $60.00
Wall Fish (per 15 minutes) (effective 5/1/11) $12.50 $15.00
Live Agent Assisted Payment Fee (by phone) $4.00 $5.00
(effective 5/1/11)
Subscription to Limited Basic is required to receive any other level of service. Certain services available separately
or as a part of other levels of service. Unless otherwise specified, prices shown are the monthly charge for residential
service only and do not include federal, state and local taxes, FCC user and franchise fees or Regulatory Recovery
fees or other related costs. Prices, services and features are subject to change. Not all services are available in all
areas.

02/28/2011 02:35 5173725011 LANSINGNEIGHBORHOOD HAUL L12
MAR .0 ZUll
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COMMUNITY FUNDING. REPORTING STATEMENTBY

(5/23/05) • II
Organization/Group Name: Lansing Neighborhood Council
Event Name & Type: 24 th Annual Bea Christy Award Dinner
Organization Address: 5815 Wise Road Room F 208
Phone Number: 517-393-9883

Contact Person: Cheryl Risner. Director
Date of Event: Friday, February 11, 2011
FINANCIAL REPORTING INFORMATION:

Revenue Raised:
_ Total Donations and Contributions 4,978.39
(List each donation & contribution source along
with the amount on a separate sheet of paper)
Admission/Registration Fee (Dinner Tickets) 2,831.00
Advertisements Free
Other Sales and Revenue 0.00

(List all other sales & revenue and the amounts raised on a separate sheet of paper)
Total Revenue (please add all of the line items under "Revenue Raised") 7,809.39
EXPENSES
Wages/Salaries 0.00
Printing 225.40
Facility Rentals 743:00
Meals/Refreshments 3,459.33
Other (Misc) 356.97
_ Total Expenses (please add all line items of Expenses) 4,427.73
Attendance Totals . 208 Dinners Sold,

215 Total Attended
Sponsor Gift Address Amon
Joellen Arnold & Jack Stauffer Peanut Butter Fudge 806 V2 Vine Street, Lansing, Michigan 48912 $100.0(
Phone: 993-5229
Association for the Bingham 2 Adult tickets or 4 Children Denise Kelley 1220 Prospect $30.00
Community tickets to the Chicken Dinner at Lansing, Michigan 48912
Pilgrim Congregational Church Phone: 484-9109
Mellissa Austin Chocolate Table Favors 612 Denver, Lansing, Michigan 48910 150.00
Phone: 371-4363
State Representative Joan Bauer Flag 1821 Moores River Drive, Lansing, Mi. 18.00
48910
Bea Christy Family Meat Bundle along with Gorman's Bev Bremer 15292 Hawk Ridge Drive 56.99
and Flower arrangements Bath, Michigan 48808
Phone: 913-0210
Mayor Virg Benero Honey Butter 124 West Michigan Avenue, Lansing, 20.00
Michigan 48933 483-4141 9`h floor
Garry Bremer 5 gift bags w 2 dressing each 1 13285 West Grand River 25.00
ranch & 1 blue cheese Eagle, Michigan 48822
Capitol Macintosh 3 IPod Shuffles David Smith 1915 East Michigan Avenue, 120.00
Lansing, Michigan 48912
351-9339
Churchill Downs $25.00 Tickets Kathy Tobe 927-2956 4200 Wainwright, 25.00
City of Lansing Community Use Room Rentalllnsurance 124 West Michigan Avenue, Lansing, 1000.0(
Funds Michigan 48933, Phone 483-4177 10th floor
City of Lansing Human Relations Paid for the cakes 124 West Michigan Avenue, Lansing, 300.00
and Community Services Michigan 48933, Phone 483-4477 4th floor
Department
City of Lansing Planning and Paid for Parking 316 North Capitol Avenue, Lansing, 400.00
Neighborhood Development Michigan 48933 483-4060
Department
Colonial Village Neighborhood 2 $5.00 Gift Certificates from Tim Anita Beavers 3010 Boston Blvd. Lansing, 30.00
Association Hortons & 1 $20.00 Gift Michigan 48910 Phone: 882-0015
Certificate from Los Tres Amigos
Dean Transportation 2 sets of 2 Complimentary Seats on _ Linda Linton 4812 Aurelius Road Lansing, 80.00
the Dean Trailways of Michigan Michigan 48910 Phone: 319-3300
Line Run to Soaring Eagle, Little
River or Firekee ers Casino _ _
Eastern Vibe Winter Guard Cookie Mixes and helping in See Missy Austin 242.00
setting up for dinner
Eastside Neighborhood Family Passes to the Spring Souper Nancy Mahlow, 430 North Fairview, 14.00
Organization Lansing, Michigan 48912 Phone: 372-3249
Finley's American Restaurants 2 $15.00 Gift Certificates 6300 South Cedar Street, Lansing, Michigan 30.00
48911 Phone: 882-7530
Fire Mountain 2 Free Dinner Meals 730 Elmwood, Lansing, Michigan 48917 20.00
Phone: 321-1200
Eagle Inn, Eagle Michigan One Large Pizza & Drink 13490 West Grand River Hwy, Eagle 20.00
Under New Management Michigan 48822, Phone: 627-5255
Ella Ford Tickets 3610 W. Holmes Road Lansing, Michigan 16.00
48911
Greater Lansing Michigan Goodie Basket 500 East Michigan Avenue #180 75.00
Convention & Visitors Bureau Lansing, MI 48912
(517) 487-0077
Gorman's Food Market Meat Bundle along with Bea See Bea Christy SEE BC
Christy Family
Judy Hackett $15.00 Gift Certificate to Sop 625 North Pennsylvania Avenue, Lansing, 15.00
Spoon Cafe Michigan 48912 Phone: 371-4214 or 303-
1243
Hampton Suite Inn in Okemos One night stay including breakfast Dereck Rivas 2200 Hampton Place, Okemos 154.00
_ Michigan 48864 Phone: 349-6100
Council Member Eric Hewitt 2 Tickets to Lugnuts Game See 124 West Michigan Avenue Lansing, 20.00
Council Member Hewitt for details Michigan 48933 106 floor
J & K Steam boat $25.00 Gift Certificate worth of 3621 Jefferson, Grand Ledge, Michigan 25.00
services aboard the Michigan 48837 Phone: 627-2154
Princess
Able JasmanlRobert Smith- 2 $20.00 Gift. Certificates to 6250 S Cedar St, Lansing, MI 50.00
Mancinos Pizza and Grinders Mancino's on Cedar Street 517-887-6300
(Cedar Street) Able Jasman 214-0171
Council Member Brian Jeffries Pies 124 West Michigan Ave. Lansing, Michigan 40.00
48933,
Dennis & Denise Kelley Valentine Basket See ABC 25.00
Judge Amy Krause Tickets 925 West Ottawa Street, P.O. Box 30022 50.00
Lansing Art Glass Wall Hanging $65.00 Value 2320 East Michigan Avenue, Lansing, Y 65.00
Michigan 48912, Phone: 484-8875
Lansing Center Great discount for the event 333 Michigan Avenue, Lansing, Michigan
48933 Phone: 483-7400
Lansing Community College Tickets, Certificate to enroll in a 3 P.O. Box 40010 Lansing, Michigan 48901 680.00
credit course, Free enrollment for Margo Whalen Phone: 483-9662
LCC at Youth Summer College,
Certificate for the Wine Country
Tour, and Passes for Sporting and
Performing Arts Event
Lansing Lugnuts Bobblehead, T-Shirt, Official 505 East Michigan Ave, Lansing, Michigan 32.00
Souvenir Fan Guide, 2 Team 48912 Phone: 485-0463
Pictures
Lansing Neighborhood Council Stainless Steel 64oz Air Pot, 5815 Wise Road Room F-208 Lansing, 200.00
Stoneware Mug Set, Kitchen Prep Michigan 48911
Set, Duffle Bag wlWater Bottle, 2 Phone: 485-0463
Piece Sports Duffle Bag, Trunk
Organizer with Cooler, Red Bag,
Decorative Candleholder, Mini-
Video Recorder
Lansing School District Print Shop Great discount on invitations, 5815 Wise Road Room F-208, Lansing, 146.40
programs, and sponsor sheets Michigan 755-4071
Larry Cushion Trophies & Engraving $85.00 & Great. 310 North Clippert Street #8, Lansing, 85.00
Engraving Discount on bowl Michigan 48912
Lewton Rich Neighborhood 2 $20.00 Gift Cards to Kroger Patty Farhat 40.00
Association 2501 Hampden Drive, Lansing, Michigan
48911 Phone: 482-2848
Lynne Martinez Tickets 306 Leslie Street 16.00


Phone: 517-485-2950
Northtown Neighborhood 2 $25.00 Gift Cards to Meijer Bill Houghtaling 4824 Sycamore Street, 50.00
Association Holt, Michigan 48842 Phone : 694-8456
Oak Park Neighborhood $15.00 Gift Certificate to Leo 's See Judy Hackett 15.00
Association Outpost
Old Everett Neighborhood Chafing Dish, 2 cake ball platters Kirk Hewitt 5026 Delbrook, Lansing, 60.00
Association Michigan 48910 Phone: 371-4214
Jo Pardee Flower Arrangements 2518 Gary Street, Lansing, Michigan 48906 40.00
Radisson A one night stay with Breakfast for 111 North Grand Avenue, Lansing, 175.00
2 Michigan 48933 See Carol Wood
Council Member A'Lynne Candle Basket 124 West Michigan Avenue, Lansing 60.00
Robinson Michigan 48933 10 th floor
Eric Schertzing 2 Gift Cards to the Lansing City 313 West Kalamazoo, Lansing, Michigan 50.00
Market 48933
Speedway, Eagle Michigan $25 Gift Card 15100 South Wright West Grand River Hwy, 25.00
Eagle Michigan 48822 Phone: 622-3608
Subway, Eagle Michigan 2 sets of 4 6inch subs 15100 South Wright West Grand River Hwy, 20.00
Eagle Michigan 48822 Phone: 622-3608
Chief Teresa Symanski Tickets 120 West Michigan Avenue, Lansing 48.00
Michigan 48933 Phone: 483-4600
Council Member Carol Wood 2 Tickets to Lugnuts Game 124 West Michigan Avenue, Lansing, 20.00
Michigan 48933
TOTAL: $4,978.39
Page 1= 2,354.99
Page2=$681.00
Page3=$1,217.00
Page4=$579.00
GRAND TOTAL: $4,978.39

LANSINGNEIGHBORHOOD PAGE 10
03/01/2011 01:17 5173725011
BEA CHRISTY CRITERIA
Bea Christy was a dedicated member of the Eastside Neighborhood

Organization for more than ten years until her death. She also worked with
other organizations to make the neighborhood and community a better place
to live. She was the kind of individual who volunteered to do the
"unglamorous" tasks, who worked quietly and diligently and behind the
scenes, who never sought recognition for her efforts.
First she was a good neighbor in her immediate neighborhood,

welcoming new people, planting flowers in the churchyard across the street
from her house, taking elderly folks to the doctor, noticing where the•
sidewalk needed repairs. She was also active in ENO, which covers a large
geographic area. She helped edit and deliver the ENO neighborhood
newspaper, made soup for the annual fund-raiser, helped plant flowers in
the bed on Michigan Avenue, and helped in countless other ways.
Bea was also an active member of her church, volunteered with Radio
Talking Book, and helped initiate and continued volunteering with the
Lansing area CROP walk. She made these contributions in addition to being
a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother.
it is quiet, committed, unsung people like Bea who make neighborhood

organizations successful and the community as a whole a better place to
live. So in making your nomination for this award, please consider those
qualities exemplified by Bea Christy.
Consider the following when writing your nomination:
1. variety of activities in your neighborhood organization.

2. Unsung nature of contributions.
3. Over all good neighbor.
4.. Reliability "always there"
5. Willingness to take on tasks..
6. Other service to community
Nominees need to be 18 years or older (teenagers and youth have other

opportunities for recognition through school, churchs, etc.)
Nominees must be alive at time of nomination (LNG has a "Mary

Margaret Murphy Woll Lifetime Achievement Award" for those special
volunteers that have passed on).
When judges receive copy of the nomination form from each group, all
personal information is deleted. The judges don't see names, organization,
street names, or gender of the nominee. Neighborhood's can use TP (this
person) or ON (our nominee) in place of the person's name.
Please find below a copy of a past nomination that show how to write about
your nominee without it having to be edited.

03/01/2011 01:17 5173725011
We are celebrating our 25 `h year as a watch and neighborhood association working together to help
improve the quality of life in our community. As we reviewed our nominees for the Bea Christy Award
over the years it became very clear to us that this year's nominee represents many of the characteristic
of those we chosen to honor in the past all combined into one.
Our nominee is vital part of our neighborhood. There is no job too small for our nominee from roasting
hotdogs to scoping ice cream for community get--to-gathers and interacting with the young people to
helping seniors.
Lending a hand, caring about one another are all qualities our nominee takes seriously. Taking the time
to talk with children and parents encouraging them to communicate with each other is another quality
of our nominee. Knowing neighbors names and many of issues they face daily allows our nominee to
help direct services they may need to just get by from day to day.
Our nominee has taken on the responsibility of helping to solve problems in our neighborhood, along
with lending us time and wonder talent of caring.
Genesee Neighborhood Association nominee is Jeff Winarski.
Carol Wood
482-0213 home
Cwood74053@aol.com

03/01/2011 01:17 5173725011
NOMINATION FOR THE

• BEA CHRISTY AWARD
"The Heart of Lansing
Nominee Name: Julann Vittone
Address: 817 Eureka Street, Lansing, MI 48912
Nominated By: Eastside Neighborhood Organization
Please use the attached form to list the reasons you are nominating this person.
Background of Nominee (include information which would be included in a press

release)
Julann has been involved with the Eastside Neighborhood Organization for several
years and a Neighborhood watch Coordinator for the Green Oaks area and has devoted
a lot time in making sure her neighborhood is safe and secure not only for the adults but
kids as well.
SEE ATTACHED SHEET
Please return this form to the Lansing Neighborhood Council office no later than
Friday, January 28, 2011, Thank You
Use this space to describe the contribution your nominee has made to your
neighborhood organization and the community.
See Attached

03/01/2011 01:17 5173725011 LANSINGNEIGHBORHOOD PAGE 04
2011 Bea Christy Nominee
This individual is a huge supporter and advocate of the Neighborhood Watch program and
continues to inform the neighborhood by walking the area and communicating with everyone.
This individual served as the contact person for their neighborhood group, as well as the
Neighborhood Watch Coordinator, for over 10 years. This person is extremely vocal when it
came to voicing their concerns about the number of drug activities within their area, helped to
identify illegal properties, and worked with local police to rid their area of high crime. This
person takes the time to communicate daily with their neighbors and encourages everyone to
look out for each other.
This person helps to keep the neighborhood looking good by lending their personal tools for
neighbors to use, and during the winter will take the time to shovel snow for neighbors in need.
When this person found that one of their senior neighbors needed help with installing a pellet
burning stove to heat their home, this person took the time and spent many hours assembling,
cleaning, and installing the stove, and made sure that everything was completed according to
the regulations and working properly before leaving. By helping install this stove it allowed the
seniors to save on their heating bill.
When this person learned about a recent event of a "river drawdown" that would allow one of
our rivers to be lowered, this person stepped in to form a citizen's group to remove debris from
the river. Because of this person, approximately 200 volunteers spent a full day removing 30
tons of debris along the river, obtained carts for those who needed assistance, reserved radios
for communicating to others, and designed the website which was instrumental in bringing in
individuals from other states and cities to help with this massive cleanup. To make sure you
didn't forget this great event this person carried a camera all day shooting photos for
documentation - to show and use these photos as a learning tool for our youths and others.
This event was successful in more ways, because many friendships were made that day, as
well as cleaning out one of our great rivers. As well as this river cleanup, this person has been
responsible for many neighborhood cleanups, and was the one person to coordinate these
efforts, notify all the neighbors, and not afraid to help load the trucks despite their own health
problems.
This person took the time to help neighborhood kids learn English when they came from Sudan,
which brought smiles to their face because it opened the door to better communication and
made them feel like a part of our country.
This person has volunteered at events to facilitate communication for the deaf, hard of hearing,
and deaf/blind individuals that attended functions and this person also participated on the board
of the Michigan Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf.
This person is also a motivational speaker, and has volunteered for neighborhood groups and
churches to discuss and encourage the power of laughter is the best medicine" when surviving
the challenges of breast cancer. It is nothing to see this person volunteering for Susan G.
Komen or the Special Olympics because it is important for this person to "pay it forward".
This person is the first one to open their heart to help those individuals in need. This is why we
believe our neighborhood person should be the next winner.

NOMINATION FOR THE

BEA CHRISTY AWARD
"The Heart of Lansing"
Nominee Name Colleen Drake
Address 943 Dakin Street, Lansing, MI 48912
Nominated By Potter Walsh Neighborhood Association

(Organization)
Please use the attached form to list the reasons you are nominating this
person..
Background of Nominee (include information which would be included in a

press release)
Serve's on the MSU President's Advisory Committee for Disability Issues
Chair of Solidarity Committee of the Clerical-Technical Union of MSU and

their Union Representative
Secretary of the Potter Walsh Neighborhood Association
Vice President of the Eastside Community Action Center
Please return this form to the Lansing Neighborhood Council office no

later than Friday, January 28, 2011 Thank You

Use this space to describe the contribution your nominee has made to your
neighborhood organization and the community.
For some individuals the death of an adult child causes them to retreat
into themselves. For our candidate, it has been an inspiration to change
the environment where we all live. This individual sits on many boards
and advisory councils but is most effective one on one in the neighborhood
Our candidate became the resident manager of a group of houses on the

eastside of Lansing set up to support men and women seeking a sober living
environment. Some may have come from rehabilitation or were recently
released from prison. The challenges were many. The candidate also is
employed full time so this activity was something that occupied the
candidate' s time off.
Since moving in our neighborhood, this individual has headed up the

community garden, holds several neighborhood offices and walks everywhere
engaging all those neighbors encountered. While walking the neighborhood
the individual picks up trash and leaves wherever the person has been
cleaner and more welcoming.
The community garden this candidate helped to start turned into two
gardens across the street from one another that produced fresh vegetables
for a local church food bank as well as feeding the gardeners involved.
This candidate delights in distributing fliers for the Neighborhood

Association Meetings and often writes the text and finds appropriate
pictures for them as weell as having them printed for distribution. With
900 homes in cur neighborhood, t-1 iv is no small task.
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Since the candidate's work hours have changed the individual volunteered
to work with the neighborhood children at a local church on crafts each
month to stay connected with what was going on in the neighborhood.
Like Bea Christy, this person is as green as can be. Public

transportation is the person's preferred method of travel, next to
walking. The craft projects utilize recycled materials that the children
delight in turning into new creations. The individual's home has storage
for items that may be useful for crafts and creations. The individual even
donates items for the monthly raffle at our Neighborhood Association
Meeting that have been purchased from children in the neighborhood for
school fundraisers. It is the time devoted by this individual to do the
unglamorous tasks that improve the world one child and one neighbor at a
time.
Please consider this individual for the heart of Lansing award because of
the small but very positive contributions made daily to make Lansing a
better place in the spirit of Bea Christy.

Fabulous Acres nominates Marcus Brown. Marcus was born in Detroit, Michigan
on August 20th, 1969 attended school at Casstech and Michigan State University.
He has resided at Fabulous Acres at 121 Barnes for the past 14 years married to
Chitra Pulliam a wonderful wife and are the proud parents of three kids. Marcus
Started teaching in the early nineties and continues to do so today. He also
finds time to help out with the neighborhood block party every year and is the
designated D.J. and never misses a neighborhood cleanup. Marcus is a seasonal
man meaning every season he finds something to do with the kids as well as the
neighbors. In 2009 him and his wife decided to work on Village Summit the now
neighborhood center because we all know it takes a village to raise a child. He
started work on the Village Summit in 2009 but the doors did not open till 2010.
After much hard work and dedication the Village Summit offers tutoring,
mentoring, resume assistance, journalism writing club, summer lunch program,
community gardening, coat give away, backpack give away, Lansing food bank
drop off, and many holiday parties/activities for neighborhood families. Marcus
also gets up in the morning and still finds time to shovel snow for the seniors
before he goes to work in the morning. Marcus is a kind supportive and giving
man he has given of himself to families everywhere in Fabulous Acres no matter
the day or time. He is like the Never Ending Story who knows what he will do
next to enrich someone elses life and that is why Fabulous Acres nominates
Marcus Brown for the Bea Christy.

NOMINATION FOR THE

BEA CHRISTY AWARD
"The Heart of Lansing"
Nominee Name Polly Switzer
Address 819 Vine Street Apt #4
Nominated By EASTERN NEIGHBORS
Please use the attached form to list the reasons you are
nominating this person.
Background of Nominee (include information which would be

included in a press release)
Polly Switzer grew up in Lansing and graduated from

Lansing Everett High School. She was the daughter
of Rev. Theodore & Florence Rice. Polly moved into
the neighborhood in 1998 and became involved. She
is a very caring person and concerned for the
welfare of her neighbors, not only in her
neighborhood but that of the surrounding
neighborhoods of the Eastside. ,She is always one
of the first persons wanting to help.
Please return this form to the Lansing Neighborhood Council

office no later than Friday, January 28, 2011 Thank You

Use this space to describe the contribution your nominee

has made to your neighborhood organization and the
community.
ON is a person that is always there with a gently smile and full of

energy and a willing eagerness to help. Some of the reasons that
this nominee should receive the Bea Christy Award is because:
^ ON is always there and never misses a meeting. Often

walking, despite the weather, since ON has no car.
+ ON has been the Vice-President for our neighborhood for the
past 10 years and supports and helps the bordering
neighborhood doing joint projects.
• Represents our neighborhood and on different committees.
ON may not say much in the meetings, but ON brings back
all the information that we need.
• ON passes out flyers and newsletters in our neighborhood in
spite of ON physical disabilities. ON is often the
communication link with our residents.
• ON is the first one to volunteer for all neighborhood events
from fundraising, to social events, Easter Egg Hunts,
neighborhood picnics, Halloween picnic etc. Helps with set-
up and clean-up and never says "NO" I won't be able to help.
• ON always has the time to talk to neighbors passing by
whether they are children or adults. ON is so welcoming that
there are often children gathered around ON's porch.
• ON assists our residents with information about services or
refers them to a resource that can help them.

(3/2/2011) Karen H ilett LNC's Mission Statement Page 1 r
From: Danielle Stubbs

To: Diana Bitely; Karen Hulett
Date: 3/2/2011 11:14 AM
Subject: LNC's Mission Statement
I found it on their website. I knew I had it before, but couldn't remember where I found it. Here it is:
MISSION The purpose of this corporation shall be to address those issues and concerns of the citizens of
the City of Lansing which affect their daily lives, to provide a forum for the exchange of ideas between
and among Lansing's neighborhoods and those organizations that represent them, to act as an advocate
for community improvement and to establish a network for joint action. In addition, it shall be the
purpose of this corporation to develop and implement, where appropriate, those programs, plans, and
policies necessary to address those issues and concerns of the aged, historic preservation, and the
general public health, welfare and safety. The corporation shall also engage in fund raising activities to
support its work in these areas.

About Us Page 2 of 3
HIS TOR A group of Lansing' neighborhood leaders met in 1980 for the purpose of
forming an organization which would help strenghten and support the many neighborhood
associations that were emerging throughout Lansing. They reorganized the need for one entity that
would coordinate, support and guide the efforts of neighborhood groups as they formed and grew.
They wanted an organization that would provide a communication network between neighborhoods
but yet accomplish this with the understanding that each and every neighborhood association was
distinctive and independent in its own right. The Lansing Neighborhood Council was formed to
fulfill these very wishes. The council today, has not only retain these concepts originally envisioned
for it, but has become an extremely effective network for the community organizations within our
city. Today Lansing Neighborhood Council is completely devoted to our neighborhoods and it
shows.
MISSION The purpose of this corporation shall be to address those issues and concerns
of the citizens of the City of Lansing which affect their daily lives, to provide a forum for the
exchange of ideas between and among Lansing's neighborhoods and those organizations that
represent them, to act as an advocate for community improvement and to establish a network for
joint action. In addition, it shall be the purpose of this corporation to develop and implement, where
appropriate, those programs, plans, and policies necessary to address those issues and concerns of
the aged, historic preservation, and the general public health, welfare and safety. The corporation
shall also engage in fund raising activities to support its work in these areas.
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Staff and Board Members

Kathy Tobe, At-Large
Staff Churchhill Downs Community Association
Cheryl Risner, Director
Ryan Earl, At-Large
Jennifer Fuentes, Adminstrative Assistant Coachlight Neighborhood Association
Board Members Anita Beavers, At-Large

Bill Houghtaling, President Colonial Village Neighborhood Association
Northtown Neighborhood Association
Nancy Mahlow, At-Large
Monica Zuchowski, Vice-President Eastside Neighborhood Organization
Downtown Neighborhood Association
Kenneth Peterson
Jody Washington, Secretary Old Everett Neighborhood Organization
East Village Neighborhood Association
Deb Biehler
Judy Hackett, Treasurer Potter/Walsh Neighborhood Organization
Oak Park Neighborhood Association
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About Us
A Building Block For Your Neighborhood
Home
In The Neighborhood
Membership
Calendar of Events
Annual Meeting
Bea Christy Award Dinner
Mayor's Grants
Flower Program
Seminars/Forums
Volunteer Opportunities
Resources
Important Phone Numbers
About Us
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BEA CHRISTY CRITERIA
Bea Christy was a dedicated member of the Eastside Neighborhood

Organization for more than ten years until her death. She also worked with
other organizations to make the neighborhood and community a better place
to live. She was the kind of individual who volunteered to do the
"unglamorous" tasks, who worked quietly and diligently and behind the
scenes, who never sought recognition for her efforts.
First she was a good neighbor in her immediate neighborhood,

welcoming new people, planting flowers in the churchyard across the street
from her house, taking elderly folks to the doctor, noticing where the
sidewalk needed repairs. She was also active in ENO, which covers a large
geographic area. She helped edit and deliver the ENO neighborhood
newspaper, made soup for the annual fund-raiser, helped plant flowers in
the bed on Michigan Avenue, and helped in countless other ways.
Bea was also an active member of her church, volunteered with Radio
Talking Book, and helped initiate and continued volunteering with the
Lansing area CROP walk. She made these contributions in addition to being
a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother.
It is quiet, committed, unsung people like Bea who make neighborhood

organizations successful and the community as a whole a better place to
live. So in making your nomination for this award, please consider those
qualities exemplified by Bea Christy.
Consider the following when writing your nomination:
1. Variety of activities in your neighborhood organization.

2. Unsung nature of contributions.
3. Over all good neighbor.
4. Reliability "always there"
5. Willingness to take on tasks..
6.. Other service to community
Nominees need to be 18 years or older (teenagers and youth have other

opportunities for recognition through school, churches, etc.)
Nominees must be alive at time of nomination (LNC has a "Mary

Margaret Murphy Well Lifetime Achievement Award" for those special
volunteers that have passed on).
When judges receive copy of the nomination form from each group, all
personal information is deleted. The judges don't see names, organization,
street names, or gender of the nominee. Neighborhood's can use TP (this
person) or ON (our nominee) in place of the person's name.
Please find below a copy of a past nomination that show how to write about
your nominee without it having to be edited.

Causeway Ffotel.'S
6820 South Cedar Street, Lansing, MI 48911
Phone: (517) 694-8123
www.causewaybayhotellansing.com f^ .
j
Monday, February 14, 2011
A'Lynne Robinson, President 00

Lansing City Counsel
10th floor, City Hall
124 W. Mich. Ave
Lansing, MI 48933
Dear Ms. Robinson:
I am writing this letter on behalf of the Causeway Bay Hotel & Convention Center
(Formerly the Holiday Inn South), to express my deepest concerns regarding the numerous
violent incidents that have taken place at our neighboring business, currently known as "Level II
Nightclub" formerly "The Venue Nightclub". I am sure you are already aware of some of the
violent events that have taken place over the past two years, but you may not be aware that some
of the crime's such as shootings, stabbings, as well as riots that often take place, have created a
devastating negative image for our Hotel /-Convention property. On several occasions our hotel
has experienced a large outpour of their patrons running-into our lobby after 2am, to wait for the
chaos from the nightclub to calm down. There have also been a couple. incidents where a suspect
was being chased through our property. We have also experienced several cars racing through
our driveways and parking lots, blocking fire exits, and also deterring our in-house guests from
entering or exiting the hotel's premises. One particular incident took place where a patron
leaving the Level 2 ran his car into the AT&T electrical box, causing our hotel to be without any
phone service for almost two days. During this time we were unable to receive any reservations
or event bookings and our guests were unable to utilize the phones provided in their guest rooms.
I'm sure you can see where this created a loss in revenue for us.
Most importantly, these unfortunate events have posed a fear / threat to our regular
clientele, as well as many prospective clients that our sales staff works diligently to generate.
Many clients would love to hold a business meeting, wedding, or formal dinner in our brand new
million dollar ballroom, or take advantage of an overnight stay in one of our newly remodeled
sleeping rooms; however they are simply too nervous or scared due to the media attention that
revolves around our neighbors unfortunate events. Due to the above mentioned acts of violence,
our competitors are now armed with the tools they need to contact / inform our current and
potential guests of what may be viewed as an unsafe environment, and they are taking every
opportunity to use this against us. In the past six months alone, We have lost contracts with two ,
very lucrative clients (an annual loss of $324,699.00 in revenue) that have booked with us for
several years previous until now. The reason they gave for not re-booking with us is due to the
frequent violence that the Level 2 brings to our community. They fear that one of their innocent
attendees would fall victim to such acts, they stated that they cannot and will not take such a risk.
Causeway Bay Hotels Group purchased this hotel in December, 2008 and has since
invested $8.5 million dollars into South Lansing with our renovations and upgrades. Since the
nightclub next door has opened it has stalled our ability to rebuild the confidence of our guests
and show what excellence South Lansing has to offer. Unfortunately the inability to build
consumer confidence is highly impacting our ability to achieve a return on our investment.
These impacts are causing our owner to have second thoughts and he is becoming hesitant of
making additional investments at this time. Our owners are looking at alternative measures to
take legal action against those responsible for their loss in revenue. We are proud to maintain a
safe and secure environment for our guests and neighboring community, however having no
control over the activities occurring adjacent to our property, we are hereby asking for your
assistance with these matters. We are not looking to hinder our neighbors operations in anyway,
we are simply looking for some clarification and confidence that these events will be addressed
and resolved so that we can move forward with our efforts of rebuilding South Lansing's
positive economic impact.
Sincerel yours in hospi lity,
odi Gull , Management

Causeway Bay Hotel & Convention Center
Cc:
Kathy Dunbar, Vice President Lansing City Council
Virg Bernero, Lansing Mayor
Teresa Szymanski, Lansing Chief of Police
Philip Sabon, South Lansing Fire Marshal
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John Pollard
1718 Blair St.
Lansing, MI 48910
(517) 484-1171
February 28, 2011
Chris Swope, City Clerk

City of Lansing
124 W. Michigan Ave.
9T" Floor, City Hall
Lansing, MI 48933
Dear Chris:
Enclosed is a copy of the 31St violation of the Lansing City Charter I have filed since Virg Bernero took office as
Mayor in January, 2006. Please include this letter and the copy of my Charter violation letter as items for next
week's City Council meeting agenda, so they can become a part of the public record.
Thank you for your cooperation in these matters. It is greatly appreciated.
Sincerely,
CD
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John Pollard
1718 Blair St.
Lansing, MI 48910
(517) 484-1171
February 28, 2011
Brigham Smith, City Attorney

City of Lansing
124 W. Michigan Ave.
5TH Floor, City Hall
Lansing, MI 48933
Dear Brigham:
Article 5 (Boards and Commissions), Chapter 1 (General Provisions for Boards), Section 5-103.7
(Appointment of Board Members) states: "Appointments to fill vacancies shall be made upon the occurrence
of the vacancy and each person so appointed shall take office immediately upon confirmation of the Council
to serve for the remainder of the unexpired term. In the event a vacancy is not filled within 60 days after the
occurrence of the vacancy, the Council shall appoint a committee of three of its members to act instead of the
Mayor in the making of such appointments.
As evidenced by the two-page document I have enclosed ("Vacant Board, Authority, and Commission
Positions") from City Clerk Chris Swope, which appear on tonight's agenda as item XV,1,a,i under "Rep orts of
City Officers, Boards, and Commissions; Communications and Petitions; and Other City Related Matters."
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 31st 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.
Sincerely,

"',.2. 7 //
Vacant Board, Authority, and Commission Positions

Board of Ethics
TERM EXPIRATION LAST NAME/FIRST NAME POSITION
06/30/10 vacant Mayoral - At-Large
EDC/TIFA/LBRA
vacant At-Large
Elected Officers Compensation Corn

TERMEXPIRATIONLASTNAME/FIRST NAMEPOSITION
10/01/10 ' vacant At-Large
10101/14* vacant At-Large
Electrical Board
Vacant Manufacturing Industry
Historic District Commission

06/30/10 Vacant At-Large
06/30/11 Vacant At Large
06/30/12 Vacant At-Large
Human Rel. & Comm. Serv. Board

TERM EXPIRATION 'LAST NAME/FIRST NAME POSITION
06130/12 vacant 4th Ward
06/30/13 vacant 1st Ward
Lansing Housing Commission

06/30/09 vacant At-Large
Memorial Review Board

TERM EXPIRATION LAST NAMEIFIRST NAME POSITION
06/30/10 .vacant 2nd Ward
Friday, February, 25, 2011 Page 1 of 2

Vacant Board, Authority, and Commission Positions

Michigan Ave. Corridor Improvement
vacant
vacant
vacant
06/30/11 vacant
Saginaw St. Corridor Improvement A

vacant term exp 11 or 13
06130/11 vacant
06/30/12 vacant
06/30/12 vacant
06/30/13 vacant
Telecom. & Cable Advisory Bd.

'TERM EXPIRATION LAST NAME/FIRST NAME POSITION
Traffic Board
06/30/11 vacant 3rd Ward
06130/11 vacant At Large
06/30/12 . vacant At Large
Friday, February 25, 2011 . Page 2•of 2

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REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL

OF THE CITY OF LANSING, MICHIGAN

AGENDA FOR MARCH 7, 2011

TO THE HON. MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL:

II. MEDITATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

III. READING AND APPROVAL OF PRINTED COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS

Approval of the Printed Council Proceedings of February 21, 2011

VII. COMMENTS BY COUNCIL MEMBERS AND CITY CLERK

VIII. COMMUNITY EVENT ANNOUNCEMENTS (Time, place, purpose, or definition of

XI. SHOW CAUSE HEARINGS

XII. PUBLIC COMMENT ON LEGISLATIVE MATTERS (Legislative matters consist of the

A. REFERRAL OF PUBLIC HEARINGS

D. REPORTS FROM COUNCIL COMMITTEES

E. ORDINANCES FOR INTRODUCTION and Setting of Public Hearings

F. ORDINANCES FOR PASSAGE

XIV. SPEAKER REGISTRATION FOR PUBLIC COMMENT ON CITY GOVERNMENT

XV. REPORTS OF CITY OFFICERS, BOARDS, AND COMMISSIONS; COMMUNICATIONS

a. Letter from the City Clerk submitting Minutes of Boards and

a. Letter from Comcast Cable providing notice of price adjustments

XVII. REMARKS BY COUNCIL MEMBERS

XVIII. REMARKS BY THE MAYOR OR EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT

XIX. PUBLIC COMMENT ON CITY GOVERNMENT RELATED MATTERS (City government

CHRIS SWOPE, CITY CLERK

BY THE PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE

(Insert Legal Here)

; Commonly known as 3301 East Michigan Avenue, Lansing, Michigan,

To afford an opportunity for all residents, taxpayers of the City of Lansing,

Applicant: MedAssurant, Inc.

Applicant's Address: 4321: Collingto.n Road

Location of subject property: 3301 East Michigan Avenue

Approval of a New Personal Property Exemption (PPE-01-2011) requested by

Chris Swope, Lansing City Clerk

President Robinson and Members of the Lansing City Council

Dear President Robinson and Council Members:

BOARD NAME DATE OF MEETING

Lansing Housing Commission December 15, 2010

Lansing City Clerk's Office

MINUTES OF THE December 15, 2010, COMMISSION MEETING

PRESENT AT ROLL CALL: President Villegas

STAFF: Patricia Baines-Lake David Abood

President Villegas called the meeting to order at 6:14 pm.

Ayes: Baltimore, Villegas, Bell

Ayes: Baltimore, Bell, Villegas

Ayes: Baltimore, Bell, Villegas

Ayes. Baltimore Bell, Villegas

Kendra Schmidtman explained, to Commissioner Bell, the process for processing an

President Villegas thanked staff for all of their hard work,

There being no further business Commissioner Baltimore' moved to adjourn the

atheta Baines Lake , Executive Director and Secretary Dat

Virg Bernero, Mayor

TO: City Council President A'Lynne Robinson and Council Members

FROM: Mayor Virg Bernero

DATE: March 3, 2011

RE: Resolution-Setting Public Hearing- SLU-7-2010-3025 Cynwood Street -

"Equal Opportunity Employer"

Virg Bernero, Mayor

To: Virg Bernero, Mayor

From: Susan Stachowiak, Zoning Administrator

Date: March 2, 2011

"Equal Opportunity Employer"

BY THE COMMITTEE ON DEVELOPMENT & PLANNING

RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LANSING