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MINUTES OF REGULAR ROMULUS CITY COUNCIL MEETING
January 3, 2018
Romulus City Hall Council Chambers, 11111 Wayne Rd. Romulus, MI 48174
The meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m. by Mayor Pro-Tem John Barden.
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call:
Kathleen Abdo, John Barden, Celeste Roscoe, Tina Talley, William Wadsworth, Eva Webb, Virginia
Williams.
Administrative Officials in Attendance:
LeRoy D. Burcroff, Mayor
Ellen L. Craig-Bragg, Clerk
Stacy Paige, Treasurer
1.
Moved by
Talley,
seconded by
Roscoe
to accept the agenda as presented.
Motion Carried Unanimously
.
18-001 2A.
Moved by
Wadsworth,
seconded by
Abdo
to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of the
Romulus City Council held on December 27, 2017.
Motion Carried Unanimously
.
3. Petitioner: None
4. Chairperson’s Report:
18-002 4A.
Moved by
Webb,
seconded by
Wadsworth
to adopt a memorial resolution for the family of Johnny
Rupert.
Motion Carried Unanimously
.
4.
Moved by
Roscoe,
seconded by
Abdo
to accept the Chairperson’s Report
Motion Carried Unanimously
.
5. Mayor’s Report:
On behalf of Mayor Burcroff, Dennis Davidson presented a proclamation to Gail Smith honoring her appoint-
ment as the 2018 Worthy Matron of the Eastern Star, Chapter Leah. On behalf of Mayor Burcroff, Chris Dunn
presented a proclamation to Curtis A. Hall honoring his appointment as the 2018 Worshipful Master of St. John’s
Lodge #44. Dennis Davidson announced a list of upcoming city events.
18-003 5A.
Moved by
Wadsworth,
seconded by
Talley
to concur with the administration and approve no-fee
permits issued by the City for any permits associated with the renovations of the new 34 th District Court
building located on City-owned property, west of the existing court house.
Motion Carried Unanimously
.
18-004 5B.
Moved by
Webb,
seconded by
Roscoe
to concur with the administration and approve the anticipat-
ed 2018/2019 CDBG allocation and projects.
Motion Carried Unanimously
.
18-005 5C.
Moved by
Roscoe,
seconded by
Abdo
to concur with the administration and introduce Budget
Amendment 17/18-18 to transfer funds to cover the cost of installing additional security cameras at the Senior
Center. Funds were originally budgeted under the building and grounds capital outlay.
FUND/DEPT. CURRENT
AMENDED
ACCOUNT NO
.
ACCOUNT NAME BUDGET AMENDMENT BUDGET
GENERAL FUND
Expenditures:
101-265-970.000 Bldg & Grnds-Cap. Outlay 153,500 (1,750) 151,750
101-752-935.000 Senior Citizens Bldg. Main. 5,000 1,750 6,750
To transfer funds to cover the cost of installing additional security cameras at the Senior Center. Funds were
originally budgeted under the building and grounds capital outlay.
Motion Carried Unanimously
.
6A. Clerk’s Report
18-006 6
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. Moved by
Roscoe
, seconded by
Wadsworth
to schedule a study session for Monday, Jan. 22, 2018
at 6:30 p.m. to discuss proposed changes to the Sidewalk Maintenance Ordinance with Ordinance Director,
Bonnie Freeman. The meeting will be held in the Romulus City Hall Council Chambers.
Motion Carried
Unanimously
.
6B. Treasurer’s Report:
City Treasurer, Stacy Paige, announced that a kiosk has been installed at the Romulus Athletic Center (RAC) at
no cost to the City. Currently, Delinquent County Taxes, current and delinquent DTE Energy and Detroit Water
Bills may be paid at the kiosk. Any questions, contact Treasurer’s Office at 734-942-7580.
7. Public Comment: None.
8. Unfinished Business: None.
9. New business:
Councilwoman Abdo commented that the county-owned sidewalks by Romulus Senior High School need to have
the snow shoveled; she asked the administration to contact the county regarding this matter.
10. Communication:
Councilwoman Talley announced that the annual Soul Food Dinner will be held on Feb. 6, 2018. Councilman
Wadsworth gave a thank you to those who donated to the Romulus Animal Shelter in the month of December,
2017.
11.
Moved by
Wadsworth,
seconded by
Roscoe
to adjourn the regular meeting of the Romulus City Council.
Motion Carried Unanimously
.
I, Ellen L. Craig-Bragg, Clerk for the City of Romulus, Michigan do hereby certify the foregoing to be a true
copy of the minutes of the regular meeting of the Romulus City Council held on January 3, 2018.
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CITY OF WESTLAND
NOTICE OF MEETING
A petition has been presented to the Planning Commission of the City of Westland, Wayne County, Michigan:
Case #2206, Public Hearing for Proposed Rezoning from CB-1, Low Intensity Commercial Business to CB-3, General
Commercial Business, Parcels #028-01-0021-001, -004 and -006, Northeast Corner of Ford Road and Morley Avenue,
Majid Kouza (Jerry & Pauline Talaga)
Case #2206A, Public Hearing for Special Land Use Approval for Proposed Fast Food Restaurant with Drive-Thru,
Parcels #028-01-0021-001, -004 and -006, Northeast Corner of Ford Road and Morley Avenue, Majid Kouza (Jerry &
Pauline Talaga)
Case #2206B, Site Plan Approval for Proposed Taco Bell Restaurant with Drive-Thru, Parcels #028-01-0021-001, -004 and
-006, Northeast Corner of Ford Road and Morley Avenue, Majid Kouza (Jerry & Pauline Talaga)
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN
that a public hearing of the City of Westland Planning Commission will be held at City Hall,
36300 Warren Road, Westland, Michigan at 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, February 6 2018.
Written comments may be submitted to the Planning Commission before 5:00 p.m. one (1) day prior to the scheduled meeting.
Kenneth B. Sharp, Chairman
Westland Planning Commission
Publish: January 18, 2018
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CITY OF WESTLAND
NOTICE OF MEETING
A petition has been presented to the Planning Commission of the City of Westland, Wayne County, Michigan:
Case #2207, Proposed Land Division, Parcels #079-99-0062-000 and -0063-000, West Side of John Hix Road, North of
Glenwood Road (Al Bright/Bob Bashawaty
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN
that a public meeting of the City of Westland Planning Commission will be held at City Hall,
36300 Warren Road, Westland, Michigan at 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, February 6 2018.
Written comments may be submitted to the Planning Commission before 5:00 p.m. one (1) day prior to the scheduled meeting.
Kenneth B. Sharp, Chairman
Westland Planning Commission
Publish: January 18, 2018
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NOTICE
PLYMOUTH CHARTER TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS
If you experience an overflow or backup of a sewage disposal system or storm water system, you must file a written claim with
the Plymouth Charter Township Department of Public Works within 45 days after the overflow or backup was discovered. Notice
should be mailed to Plymouth Charter Township, Department of Public Works, 9955 N. Haggerty Rd., Plymouth, Michigan
48170. Failure to provide the written notice will prevent recovery of damages. Contact the Department of Public Works, 734-
354-3270, Extension 3, for assistance immediately upon discovery of an overflow or backup.
Thank You
PLYMOUTH CHARTER TOWNSHIP
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
JERRY VORVA
Clerk, Charter Township of Plymouth
Publish: January 11 & 18, 2018
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Coyote sightings are on the
rise in Canton Township and
local officials have issued a
warning and safety procedures
to residents.
According
to
Canton
Township Police Community
Relations Ofc. Patty Esselink,
coyote sighting have increased in
the area as coyotes have migrat-
ed into urban and suburban
areas throughout the state.
Coyotes are most likely to be
spotted during their breeding
period, which occurs mid-
January intoMarch, according to
the Michigan Department of
Natural Resources (DNR). The
animals are active day and night,
although peak activity usually
occurs at sunrise and sunset, nat-
ualists said.
Coyotes can be difficult to dis-
tinguish from a medium-sized
German shepherd dog from a
distance. The size and weight of
coyotes are commonly overesti-
mated because of their long fur
masking a bone structure that is
slightly smaller than most
domestic dogs. When running,
coyotes carry their tail below the
level of their backs.
In urban areas coyotes are
attracted to garbage, garden veg-
etables and optional pet foods.
Coyotes are opportunistic, and
will prey on unattended small
dogs and cats. However, because
coyotes are known to have an
instinctive fear of people, coy-
otes rarely attack humans,
according to the information
fromtheDNR.
Esselink said that steps for
homeowners to help minimize a
potential conflict with a coyote
include never approaching or
touching a coyote; never inten-
tionally feeding the animals;
eliminating all outside food
sources, especially pet food; put-
ting garbage out the morning of
pick-up; clearing out wood and
brush piles which are a habitat
for mice and may attract coyotes
and never allowing pets to roam
free when coyotes are present-
consider keeping pets indoors or
accompany them outside, espe-
cially from dusk until dawn, she
said.
“Because we share the com-
munity with wild animals, a coy-
ote sighting should not automati-
cally be considered a cause for
concern”, she said. “If residents
feel they are in danger of a coy-
ote, or if they observe a coyote in
obvious distress, they should
contact the police department,”
saidEsselink.
“Otherwise, residents are
encouraged to follow the tips
provided tominimize interaction
withwildlife.”
Reports of a coyote in distress
or causing a threat can be called
in to the Canton Public Safety
non-emergency line at (734) 394-
5400. Emergency situations
should always be called in
through 9-1-1.
Residents with nuisance
wildlife issues are advised to
contact Varmint Police, a private
wildlife management company,
at (734) 729-0858 or at
.
The Plymouth Township
Board of Trustees recently
adopted a new policy to encour-
age residents to apply for posi-
tions on various township boards
and commissions.
The policy requires residents
to apply either in person or
online with Township Clerk
Jerry Vorva, who will then coor-
dinate with Supervisor Kurt
Heise and the Township Board
of Trustees to recommend quali-
fied candidates for the various
positions, Heise said.
"Plymouth Township depends
on our boards and commissions
to make key decisions on zoning,
planning, tax abatement, eco-
nomic development, and hiring,
to name a few," said Heise. "We
need responsible citizens with a
commitment to our community
to serve in these important
roles."
Boards and commissions in
the township include the Zoning
Board of Appeals, Planning
Commission,
Downtown
Development
Authority,
Brownfield Authority, Civil
Service Commission and Board
of Review.
Residents of Plymouth
Township interested in serving
on a board or commission may
apply online at
-
mouthtwp.org, or in person at
the clerk's office, 9955 N.
Haggerty, PlymouthTownship.
There were questions they want-
ed answered.”
Those familiar with the proj-
ect say they suspect the likely
reason for the delay is that Toll
Brothers asked for a guarantee
from the archdiocese that the
golf course would remain on the
site “ad infinitum” or forever.
Another officially unsubstantiat-
ed claim is that there is contami-
nation of site that warrants a
costly cleanup; an expense Toll
Brothers board members find
troubling.
Last year, McGrath said the
sale of a portion of the land for
the project would help generate
needed revenue for improve-
ments at the site.
Mike Noles, Toll Brothers sen-
ior vice president would not con-
firm the proposed official start
date for the project, said to be
sometime in 2018, and refused
any comment.
Leo Gonzalez of CRS
Commercial Real Estate
Services in Plymouth, rolled out
the project plans before the
Plymouth Township Board of
Trustees last year prior to the
approval of the project.
“I don't want to talk with you,”
Gonzales responded when asked
about the project delay.
HIS, Hotel Investment
Services, the operator of the Golf
Course and Inn, referred
inquiries back to the archdio-
cese.
The largest annual event at
the Inn at St. Johns is the annual
Concours d'Elegance that draws
a crowd of nearly 15,000 in one
weekend. The contract between
Concours d'Elegance and the Inn
at St. John's expires at the end of
this year.
Officials from the prestigious
display of classic automobiles
from around the world
announced after they finished
their seventh consecutive show
last July, one of the biggest shows
in its history, that this year could
be their last at St. John's.
Representatives said the major
issue was parking for the huge
crowds.
Central Park Experience featuring Old
Friends: A Simon & Garfunkel Tribute is
planned for 7:30 p.m. Jan. 20 at The Village
Theater inCanton.
The nine-piece cover band will invite
audience members to purchase themed-
food and participate in lobby activities in
the cover-band event.
Tickets are available online now for $20-
$30. For additional information or tickets,
visit
or call (734) 394-
5460.
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If residents feel they are in danger of a coyote,
or if they observe a coyote in obvious distress,
they should contact the police department.
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Township issues warning regarding coyotes
