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ROMULUS

Romulus Public Safety millage wins voters' OK

City administrators, firefight- in his lifetime, saying “firefight- ing.
ers and police officers are thank- ing and police protection are ” “Romulus firefighters appre-
ing Romulus voters for support- essential services in any commu- This millage will allow us to sustain ciate the support from the com-
ing a 4-mill proposal that will nity, but especially so in operational efficiencies and utilize grant funding munity,” said Director of Fire
support public safety for the next Romulus, as the demand on first Services and Emergency
five years. responders continues to to open and staff a second fire station. Management Kevin Krause.
The Nov. 6 measure was increase.” “This millage will allow us to sus-
approved by more than 58 per- Public safety accounts for tain operational efficiencies and
cent of Romulus residents who about two-thirds of the city gen- our democracy,” Burcroff said. involved moving forward.” utilize grant funding to open and
voted in favor of the millage, eral fund budget. The additional “We are grateful for the support City officials - including repre- staff a second fire station.”
5,387 to 3,806. The authorized millage will supplement a budget of our fire and police millage. sentatives of the fire and police “Romulus police officers
funding - which can only be spent shortfall caused by a loss in prop- While this does not completely departments - were consistent appreciate the public's support
on the fire and police depart- erty tax and failure of the state to counteract the extreme loss of with their messaging about the on this crucial ballot issue,”
ments - marked the first time in provide Romulus its share of revenue experienced over the need for the millage for months added Director of Public Safety
Romulus history that a city mill- state revenue sharing (6-percent last decade, it is crucial for our at council meetings, special Jadie Settles.
age proposal was approved by sales tax) - more than $9 million financial future. We will continue meetings and town halls, dis- “We are pleased to continue to
voters. in the last decade. to work on creative solutions and cussed the issue on cable televi- provide neighborhood patrols
Prior to the election, Mayor “Thank you to the voters of be fiscally responsible. We truly sion and spread the word and maintain appropriate
LeRoy D. Burcroff called the bal- our community that came out in appreciate the public's input and through social media, newspa- staffing to meet the needs of our
lot proposal the most crucial vote record numbers to participate in encourage everyone to stay pers and door-to-door campaign- residents.”
Zombies?

Inspirational video shot in Romulus

Julie Brown and iTunes.
Staff Writer “We hire our crew,” Phillips said. “We
used the same cameramen again, they
Mark and Kathleen Phillips, longtime have their own company.”
Romulus residents, put some thinking “You could see perhaps your own
and effort into their recent “Zombie reflection, someone who has been over-
Walk” filming. worked or bullied. I think you try to find
“Some things just work their way ways to deal with it,” Phillips said of the
through me. I think it's a message coming theme of Zombie Walk.
through. I see myself as an instrument,” She isn't reflecting on a specific Bible
said Kathleen Phillips, on the eve of their verse: “I think it's just something that
“Zombie Walk” filming on a November works with you.”
day in Romulus. She took guitar lessons and moved on
“I'm the writer,” she said, while her from there, and has recorded at Talent
husband is the director. Their production Live Studio in Canton. Extras gather around for a photo during Sunday, Nov. 4, “Zombie Walk” filming in
company, of Cozy Chair Productions, ear- “Then we will give everything to our Romulus, produced by Cozy Chair Productions.
lier produced “A Better Place To Go,” a editor. It's better to put it out in January,”
music video of people finding their way to said Phillips, as that works well with festi- watch?v=laWeuXeCbw0 or look up Cozy doughnuts. Dominique from Colorful
deceased loved ones through worship. vals then. Chair Productions on YouTube or Vimeo. Events LLC did the makeup for the cast.
“My interpretation of it is religious and “When you're a small company, you The song is also on Soundcloud. Jason George from United Productions
it's spiritual,” said Phillips, as the cast pre- wear a lot of hats,” she said of Cozy Chair Artisan Reserve hosted the Sunday, was the DJ and lunch was available from
pared for street dance filming. “God, love, Productions. She was pleased the rain Nov. 4, event, serving cider, coffee, and Norm's Catering.
and nature transform the zombies back held off for “Zombie Walk” filming on
into living human beings, kind of like Sunday, Nov. 4. MINUTES OF REGULAR ROMULUS CITY COUNCIL MEETING
when someone's been overworked,” she Phillips joked, “I don't want zombies to October 22, 2018
said of this latest music video. be uncomfortable,” noting she'd even Romulus City Hall Council Chambers, 11111 Wayne Rd. Romulus, MI 48174
In “Zombie Walk”, a message she mulled one of those “strange days” of win- The meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m. by Mayor Pro-Tem John Barden.
shared is to “help a bullied person find ter when shorts can be worn. Pledge of Allegiance
inner peace.” Mark and Kathleen are parents of four Roll Call: Kathy Abdo, John Barden, Celeste Roscoe, Tina Talley, William Wadsworth, Eva Webb, Virginia
Williams.
On Nov. 1, the crew went to the Detroit grown, married children, and have 11 Administrative Officials in Attendance:
Zoo to shoot, meeting a cashier there who grandchildren. Family starred in “A LeRoy D. Burcroff, Mayor
has done acting and is a makeup artist. Better Place To Go,' and their grandson Ellen L. Craig-Bragg, Clerk
Stacy Paige, Treasurer
“She worked out great. That just hap- and daughter-in-law took roles for 1. Moved by Talley, seconded by Abdo to accept the agenda as presented. Motion Carried Unanimously.
pened,” said Phillips of incorporating the “Zombie Walk.” 18-371 2A. Moved by Wadsworth, seconded by Abdo to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of the
zoo staffer into their production. “A Better Place To Go” is a 2017 pro- Romulus City Council held on October 8, 2018. Motion Carried Unanimously.
3. Petitioner
For “Zombie Walk,” singer Ian duction directed by Mark Phillips, and 18-372 3A. Moved by Abdo, seconded by Webb to grant approval to Mark and Kathleen Phillips, aka Cozy
Griffiths, 25, of Plymouth is front and cen- was the first production of the company. It Chair Productions, for a road closure on Goddard Road between Sterling and Shook Roads on Sunday, Nov. 4,
ter. “I sing part of it,” she said. “Ian sings was filmed in the Romulus Wesleyan 2018 from 12 noon until 3:00 p.m. for a music video shoot. The Shook and Goddard Road and the Sterling and
Goddard Road intersections cannot be blocked. Upon Council approval, the applicants shall provide event insur-
the majority of the songs.” Other songs by Church. To view “A Better Place To Go,” ance to the City Clerk’s Office. Motion Carried Unanimously.
Griffiths are available on Spotify, Apple, visit: https://www.youtube.com/ 18-373 3B. Moved by Webb seconded by Roscoe to grant a ten (10) year tax abatement to ACTIA Electronics,
Inc. on a $14,700,000 investment for real and personal property at their existing facility at 15385 Pine, Romulus.
(CEO of ACTIA, Adam Ramouni, attended the Council meeting). Motion Carried Unanimously.
CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON 18-374 3C. Moved by Wadsworth, seconded by Roscoe, to grant an eight (8) year tax abatement to Kerr Corp.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING on an $8,774,500 investment for real and personal property improvements at their existing facility at 28200 Wick
Road, Romulus. (VP of Operations, Robert Wojdelko, of Kerr Corp. attended the Council meeting). Roll Call
Vote: Ayes – Abdo, Barden, Roscoe, Talley, Wadsworth, Webb. Nays – Williams. Motion Carried.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Charter Township of Canton will be holding a Public Hearing regarding the adoption
of the 2019 Budget on Tuesday, November 27, 2018 at 7:00 pm at the Township Administration Building located at 1150 Canton 4. Chairperson’s Report
Center Rd. S., Canton, MI. A copy of the 2019 Budget will be available for public inspection at the Township's Clerk's office. 18-375 4A. Moved by Webb, seconded by Wadsworth to adopt a memorial resolution for the family ofCharles
P. Woolridge. Motion Carried Unanimously.
All interested citizens are encouraged to attend and will be offered an opportunity at said hearing to voice any comments they 4. Moved by Roscoe, seconded by Talley to accept the Chairperson’s Report. Motion Carried Unanimously.
may have regarding this request. Written comments may also be submitted to the Township Clerk's Office at 1150 South Canton 5. Mayor’s Report
Center Road, Canton MI 48188 prior to the hearing date. Mayor Burcroff informed that a tree in the cemetery that was uprooted from a recent storm will be removed this
week. Mayor Burcroff presented a video of upcoming City events.
Michael A. Siegrist, 18-376 5A. Moved by Wadsworth, seconded by Webb to concur with the administration and authorize the
Canton Clerk
DPW to dispose of the listed vehicles to Martin Towing, with a disposal fee of $50.00 per vehicle with all other
Publish: November 15, 2018; The Associated Newspapers CN1776 - 111518 2.5 x 1.949 proceeds deposited into the motor vehicle fund. (see below):
EQUIPMENT VIN/SN RESERVE
Camera Trailer 5MBBE14244E000933 $5,000.00
Blue Pump 951842 $250.00
John Deere Generator 449593T $250.00
CITY OF ROMULUS John Deere Backhoe T0410DG823268 $10,000.00
BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS NOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING 6,000 LB Mohawk Lift 90101651
WEDNESDAY, December 5, 2018 7:00 p.m. 2004 Chevy Tahoe 1GNEK13Z64J218409
Motion Carried Unanimously.
18-377 5B. Moved by Abdo, seconded by Talley to concur with the administration and authorize the adjustment
to the Purchase Order amount to reflect an additional $9,192.68 for a total cost of $54,402.18 due to additional
Notice is hereby given that the City of Romulus Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hear- unforeseen necessary repairs for the Vactor #120. Motion Carried Unanimously.
ing at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 5, 2018 at the Romulus City Hall, 11111 Wayne Road 18-378 5C. Moved by Webb, seconded by Wadsworth to concur with the administration and authorize payment
to consider the following petitions: to the Conference of Western Wayne in the amount of $5,190.00 for membership dues for the CWW 2018-2019
fiscal year membership. Motion Carried Unanimously.
1. BZA-2018-016; Thomas Maycock requesting a variance, in accordance with Section 18-379 5D. Moved by Roscoe, seconded by Abdo to concur with the administration and introduce Budget
20.05(c), Residential Uses in a Non-residential District, from Section 3.05(a)(2) Fences of the Amendment 18/19-15 to cover the cost of repairs to Fire Engine #331.
Zoning Ordinance to allow a fence in the front yard. Fences on nonconforming residential prop- FUND/DEPT. CURRENT AMENDED
erties are not permitted in the front yard. The subject property is zoned M-1, Light Industrial and ACCOUNT NO. ACCOUNT NAME BUDGET AMENDMENT BUDGET
Motor Vehicle Fund
located at 28498 Eureka (Parcel ID #80-099-99-0011-001). Expense
661-258-931.100 Equip. Maintenance-Outsource 55,000 16,000 71,000
2. BZA-2018-017; Tamara Burke requesting a variance from Section 3.05(a)(2) Fences of the Fund Balance
Zoning Ordinance to allow a fence in the front yard. Fences are not permitted in the front yard in 661-000-395.000 Retained Earnings 1,330,367 (16,000) 1,314,367
the R-1A, Single-family Residential District. The subject property is located at 15840 Anthony To cover the cost of repairs to Fire Engine #331. Motion Carried Unanimously.
(Parcel ID #80-140-02-0083-000). 6A. Clerk’s Report
City Clerk Ellen Craig-Bragg thanked everyone for their support and said she and her husband, Stan, are glad to
3. BZA-2018-018; Rino Soave, Infinity Homes requesting an appeal of an administrative deci- be back home.
sion made by the Director of Public Services in accordance with Section 22.03(b), Appeals of 18-380 6A1. Moved by Wadsworth, seconded by Webb to approve first reading of Restated Chapter 39 of the
City of Romulus Purchasing Ordinance. Roll Call Vote: Ayes – Abdo, Barden, Roscoe, Talley, Wadsworth,
Administrative Decisions. The applicant is alleging that an error was made with regard to the Webb. Nays – Williams. Motion Carried.
brick facade requirements for 34 proposed single-family homes and has requested an interpreta- 6B. Treasurer’s Report
tion of Section 11.01(a)(6)d. and e. The subject properties include Lots 57-58, 93-94, 103-104, City Treasurer, Stacy Paige, gave a reminder about the tax payment kiosk at the RAC Center.
106, 113-114, 117, 119-122, 127-128, 130, 134-135, 139-140, 142, 147-149, 151-152, 155, 157- 7. Public Comment
159, and 165-167 of the Avalon Meadows Subdivision. A City retiree commented about the payment on the City Warrant for retiree insurance.
8. Unfinished Business
Copies of the applications are available for review at City Hall during regular business hours which Mayor Burcroff informed that the City Warrant is public information.
are 8:00 am - 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday. All interested parties are encouraged to attend and 9. New Business
will be given an opportunity to comment on said requests. Written comments may be submitted and 10. Communication
Councilwoman Talley spoke about recent City events. Clerk Bragg gave a reminder about the drop box for absen-
should be addressed to Carol Maise, City Planner, Planning Department, 11111 Wayne Road, tee ballots.
Romulus, MI 48174-1485. 18-381 11. Moved by Abdo, seconded by Talley to pay Warrant 18-20 in the amount of $5,337,716.71. Motion
Carried Unanimously.
Ellen Craig-Bragg, City Clerk 12. Moved by Wadsworth, seconded by Roscoe to adjourn the regular meeting of the Romulus City Council.
City of Romulus, Michigan Motion Carried Unanimously.
I, Ellen L. Craig-Bragg, Clerk for the City of Romulus, Michigan do hereby certify the foregoing to be a true
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