The Commission reviewed a presentation by Emily from the WD Upjohn Institute on a housing study aimed at addressing local housing needs, including market demands and strategies for future growth. The Planning Commission also discusses the introduction of a mobile food vendor ordinance to regulate food trucks and other mobile vendors within the township. The conversation includes considerations for district permissions and operational guidelines. Additionally, the formation of a solar subcommittee is addressed, with members being appointed to review the current ordinance and recommend potential changes. Updates from other boards include a variance approval for a Chick-fil-A development and a discussion on potential changes to the Township’s Planned Unit Development (PUD) ordinance to encourage more flexible housing developments. The meeting also involves a review of proposed changes to the Planning Commission’s bylaws, focusing on conflict of interest and professional conduct. Citizen comments highlight concerns about conflicts of interest among commission members and emphasize the importance of transparency in decision-making processes.
