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Request for Approval of the Gilbert Avenue right-of-way vacation request between Auburn and June Roads
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Whereas, Ms. Catherine Hayes of 1713 W. Auburn Road has requested that the City approve the vacation of Gilbert Avenue between Lot 1 of the Sunnydale Gardens Subdivision Plat (1713 W. Auburn Road) and parcel 15-33-126-049 (1691 W. Auburn Road); and
Whereas, the City Council of the City of Rochester Hills on January 26, 2015 did by resolution deem it advisable and declare its intention to vacate, discontinue or abolish the following described street, alley, public ground or part thereof, located in the City of Rochester Hills, and subject to the jurisdiction and control of the City of Rochester Hills:
Gilbert Avenue, Sunnydale Gardens Subdivision
The platted portion of Gilbert Avenue between 1713 W. Auburn Road on the westerly side, 1691 W. Auburn Road on the easterly side, 1744 June on the southerly side and Auburn Road on the northerly side with the exception of the northerly 60-foot reserved for Auburn Road public right-of-way.
Whereas, in accordance with Article IV, Section 94-175 of Chapter 94 of the Code of Ordinances, the City Council has held a public hearing and has heard and considered any comments or objections pertaining to such vacation, discontinuance or abolition; and
Whereas, the City Council determines it is necessary for the health, welfare, comfort and safety of the People of Rochester Hills to vacate, discontinue or abolish the above-described street, alley, public ground or part thereof;
Now, Therefore, Be it Resolved:
1. That the above-described street, alley, public ground or part thereof shall be vacated, discontinued or abolished.
2. That the 60-foot southerly half right-of-way for Auburn Road be excluded from the public vacation and be reserved for continuance public roadway, utility, pathway or other existing or future public use.
3. That a 20 foot wide water main easement be reserved for the existing 6-inch...
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