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Resolution In Support of the Zingerman’s Delicatessen Expansion Site Plan Notice to Proceed
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Whereas, Deli Partners, LLC has submitted the Zingerman’s Deli Expansion Site Plan for approval by the City;
Whereas, the Zingerman’s Deli Expansion Site Plan is in the Old Fourth Ward Historic District, and performance of work on the site requires approval from the Historic District Commission following Council approval of the site plan;
Whereas, Council acknowledges that under state law the Historic District Commission alone decides whether or not a project satisfies the requirements for a Notice to Proceed;
Whereas, Zingerman’s Deli has operated in the same location at East Kingsley and Detroit Streets since 1982, and is a unique, internationally-known business, that enhances the quality of life in Ann Arbor, serving the citizens of Ann Arbor and bringing visitors to the community;
Whereas, Zingerman’s Deli has dedicated itself to Ann Arbor, as shown by its commitment to causes in the community, as well as its decision to remain at its current location, despite its national reputation and opportunity to expand to other locations; and
Whereas, City Council desires to recognize the significant contribution that Zingerman’s Deli has made to the community over the years, and to support the continued growth and success of the Zingerman’s Community of Businesses in and around Ann Arbor;
RESOLVED, That City Council supports the efforts of Deli Partners, LLC to reasonably expand Zingerman’s Deli at its longstanding location at the corner of East Kingsley and Detroit Street;
RESOLVED, That City Council believes that the expansion of Zingerman’s Deli is a major improvement program that will be of substantial benefit to the community for the reasons stated in this resolution;
RESOLVED, That City Council respectfully requests that the Historic District Commission consider this resolution during its deliberations as some evidence that the Zingerman’s Deli sit...
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