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February 16, 2012
NOTICE OF ELECTION
City of Romulus, Michigan
February 28, 2012 Presidential Primary Election
TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS OF THE CITY OF ROMULUS:
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT AN ELECTION WILL BE HELD IN THE CITY OF ROMULUS ON
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 2012. THE POLLS WILL BE OPEN FROM 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE
that the following office will appear on the ballot: President of the United States.
For Precincts 1-5 and 7-18 there are two ballot styles: one ballot for Democratic Party and one ballot for
Republican Party. For Precinct 6, Wayne-Westland Community School District Voters there are three ballot
styles: one ballot for Democratic Party, one ballot for Republican party and one ballot for No Party Declaration.
All three ballots for Precinct 6 will include Millage Proposal Language for Wayne-Westland Schools: Full text of
the ballot proposal may be obtained at the administrative offices of the Wayne-Westland Schools, Dr. Paul Salah,
Deputy Superintendent, 36745 Marquette, Westland, MI 48185.
Precinct 6 - Millage Proposal Language:
WAYNE- WESTLAND COMMUNITY SCHOOLS MILLAGE RENEWAL PROPOSAL
BUILDINGAND SITE SINKING FUND TAX LEVY
Shall the limitation on the amount of taxes which may be assessed against all property in Wayne-Westland
Community Schools, Wayne County, Michigan, be renewed and the board of education be authorized to
levy not to exceed .9922 mill ($0.9922 on each $1,000 of taxable valuation) for a period of 10 years, 2013 to
2022, inclusive, to continue to provide for a sinking fund for the purchase of real estate for sites for, and
the construction or repair of school buildings and all other purposes authorized by law; the estimate of the
revenue the school district will collect if the millage is approved and levied in 2013 is approximately
$1,930,000?
[ ] Yes [ ] No
STATEMENT AS REQUIRED BYACT 278 OF PUBLIC ACTS OF 1964
Amending the Property Tax Limitation Act
I, Raymond J. Wojtowicz, Treasurer of Wayne County, Michigan, do hereby certify that, as of
January 10, 2012
the total of all voted increases in excess of the tax rate limitation established by Section 6, Article IX of the
Constitution of the State of Michigan, as amended, and the years such increases are effective on property
in the County of Wayne are as follows:
WAYNE COUNTY, Michigan, Wayne-Westland School District
Years
Taxing Authority
Date of Election
Increases
Increase Effective
County of Wayne
November 2, 2010
1 mill
2015
Wayne County Jail
August 6, 2002
1 mill
2011
Wayne County Parks
November 2, 2010
0.25 mills
2015
Wayne County
November 6, 2009
1.25 mills
2020
Community College
Wayne-Westland
May 2010
18 mills 2025 (non homestead only)
Community Schools
February, 2003
1 mill
2012
Raymond J. Wojtowicz, Wayne County Treasurer
Dated: January 10, 2012
All electors who are registered with the City of Romulus Clerk are eligible to vote at this election. To comply
with the Help America Vote Act (HAVA), voting instructions will be available on audio tape and in Braille.
Arrangements for obtaining the instructions in these alternative formats can be made by contacting the Romulus
Clerk in advance of the election. All polling locations are accessible for voters with disabilities.
1 & 14
Wick Elementary School, 36900 Wick Road, Romulus, MI
2 & 16
Halecreek Elementary School, 16200 Harrison Road, Romulus, MI
3, 8, 9 & 15
Romulus Elementary School, 32200 Beverly Road, Romulus, MI
4 & 12
Merriman Elementary School, 15303 Merriman Road, Romulus, MI
5, 13 & 18
Romulus City Hall, 11111 Wayne Road, Romulus, MI
6
Rudgate Community Building, 7040 Shawnee Road, Romulus, MI
7 & 11
Barth Elementary School, 38207 Barth Road, Romulus, MI
10 & 17
Cory Elementary School, 35200 Smith Road, Romulus, MI
Absentee ballots are available for all elections; registered voters may contact the local clerk to obtain an applica-
tion for an absent voter ballot. You may vote by absentee ballot if you:
Are unable to attend the polls without assistance;
Are 60 years of age or older;
Expect to be absent from your city for the entire time the polls are open on Election Day;
Are in jail, awaiting arraignment or trial.
Have been assigned to work as a precinct inspector in a precinct other than where you are
registered; or Are unable to attend the polls because of religious beliefs.
Ellen L. Craig-Bragg
City of Romulus Clerk
11111 Wayne Road, Romulus, MI 48174
734-942-7540
Publish: 02-16-12
CITY OF ROMULUS
BOARD OF ZONINGAPPEALS
NOTICE OFA PUBLIC HEARING
8450 MERRIMAN ROAD
SPEEDWAY GAS STATION
Pursuant to Michigan Public Act 12 of 2008 (amended Public Act 110 of 2006, The City and Village Zoning
Act), notice is hereby given that the City of Romulus will hold a public hearing at
7:00 p.m. on Wednesday,
March 7, 2012
for the purpose of considering variance requests. The public hearing will be held at the Romulus
City Hall Council Chambers, 11111 Wayne Road, Romulus MI 48174-1485.
The Board of Zoning Appeals has set the public hearing to consider variances from the City of Romulus Zoning
Ordinance as follows:
1.
An amendment to BZA-2011-006, which was granted by the Board of Zoning Appeals on November 2,
2011 for a front yard building setback of 10.08 feet and a parking setback of 5 feet along Wickham Road.
An amendment to the variance is being requested since 10 feet of the property along Wickham Road will
be dedicated to the city for a sanitary sewer easement. The amended variance is for a 7.4-foot setback for
the dumpster enclosure and 5-foot setback for the identification sign. A variance to allow 76.3%
impervious surface coverage is also requested; up to 75% impervious surface coverage is allowed.
The subject property is located at 8450 Merriman Road. DP#82-80-043-99-0004-000. Copies of the application
are available for review at City Hall during regular business hours.
All interested parties are encouraged to attend and will be given an opportunity to comment on said request.
Written comments may be submitted until 12:00 noon, Wednesday, March 7, 2012 and should be addressed to
Carol Maise, City Planner, Planning Department, 11111 Wayne Road, Romulus, MI 48174-1485.
Ellen Craig-Bragg, City Clerk
City of Romulus, Michigan
Publish: February 16, 2012
PUBLIC NOTICE
CITY OF ROMULUS
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Public Accuracy Test for the February 28, 2012 Presidential Primary
Election has been scheduled for Friday, February 24 , 2012 at 3:00 p.m. in the Romulus City Council Chambers,
11111 Wayne Road, Romulus, MI.
The Public Accuracy Test is conducted to demonstrate that the program and computer that will be used to tabu-
late the results of the election counts the votes in the manner prescribed by law.
Ellen L. Craig-Bragg, City Clerk
Publish: 02-16-2012
Charter Township of Canton
Notice of Public Accuracy Test
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE
that the Clerk's Office will conduct a Public Accuracy Test of the Optical Scan tabulating equipment to be
used for the Presidential Primary Election to be held on Tuesday, February 28, 2012. The test will take place on
Wednesday, February
22, 2012 at 10:00 a.m.
in the
Clerk's Office
, in the Township Administration Building, 1150 S. Canton Center Road. This test is open
to all interested parties. For further information, contact the Clerk's Office at 734-394-5120.
Terry G. Bennett, Clerk
Publish: February 16, 2012
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C
ANTON
- P
LYMOUTH
- W
ESTLAND
Jeanette Williams, a recreation
and facility specialist with Canton
Township, has earned the
Certified Park and Recreation
Executive (CPRE) certification
granted by the National
Certification Board in conjunction
with the National Recreation and
Park Association (NRPA). The
CPRE program recognizes
advanced skills and competencies
related to the professional prac-
tice and delivery of park and
recreation programs and services.
Williams is one of just 52 profes-
sionals nation-wide to earn this
newly established certification
after successfully meeting rigor-
ous qualifications.
To earn the CPRE certification,
individuals must hold a current
Certified Park and Recreation
Professional (CPRP) certification,
meet specific requirements for
education and experience, and
successfully pass an examination
covering a comprehensive set of
topics including communication,
finance, human resources, opera-
tions andplanning.
Williams has worked in parks
and recreation for more than 10
years and has been in her current
role with Canton Township for the
past six years. Through her work
with Canton Leisure Services, she
has supervised programs in the
areas of Aquatics, Health and
Wellness, Special Events, training
and staff development. To further
her education, Williams will grad-
uate in April 2012 with a masters
degree in business administration.
“Professional development has
always been a big component of
my career path. I felt that it was a
good way for me to learn more
about all aspects of Parks and
Recreation; especially in the areas
of park management and business
operations,”Williams said.
“We're very proud that one of
our employees took the initiative
to be one of first parks and recre-
ation professionals in the country
to achieve this certification,” said
Debbie Bilbrey-Honsowetz,
Canton Leisure Services director.
“It's hard work and dedication like
this that contributes to the ongoing
success of our department and
ultimately enables us to better
meet the changing needs of our
community.”
Tuned in
Students host annual record show
Joint water agreement extended
The City of Westland has extended the
agreement to share water department serv-
iceswithCantonTownship.
The agreement, which themunicipalities
finalized in June of 2011, calls for Westland
to share the cost of a Canton Township
employee who will assist Westland in moni-
toring the city water distribution systemand
overseeing Westland's compliance with the
State of Michigan. The agreement complies
with Michigan Safe Water Drinking Act
requirements and affords Westland the pro-
fessional expertise of Canton employees
who will regularly meet with Westland
Department of Public Service officials, per-
form site visits as needed, collaborate on
reports and on other matters related to
Westland's water system, according to
WestlandMayorWilliamR.Wild.
The agreement with Canton Township
has proven to be a success and has helped
both communities fulfill requirements con-
cerning municipal service sharing put forth
by Governor Snyder. Canton Township will
continue to bill the City of Westland on an
hourly basis as work is performed, Wild
added.
“Westland and Canton Township have a
good working relationship and this agree-
ment makes sense for all involved,” Wild
said.
“Westland looks forward to more agree-
ments with Canton Township and other
cities to collaborate in endeavors such as
this for providing high quality services to
area residents andbusinesses,” he added.
Dealers from throughout the Midwest are
expected at the fourth Record Show spon-
sored by the students from the Plymouth
CantonCommunity Schools radio station.
The show, which will take place from 10
a.m. until 4 p.m. Feb. 25 at SalemHigh School
will include thousands of vinyl records, CDs,
import only releases, 45s and 78s, t-shirts,
posters and other collectibles. The music will
include rock, jazz, pop, country, R&B and folk
There will be special giveaways and door
prizes.
“Last year was our biggest record show
yet,” said Bill Keith, station manager. “We had
over 200 people stop by to check out themusic.
We're hoping it will be evenbigger this year.”
Tickets are $3, $5 for early admission
between 9 and 10 a.m. students at Canton,
Plymouth and Salem high schools will be
admitted at no cost with a student ID. All of
the proceeds will benefit The New 88.1, and
will help the station continue serving the com-
munity with unique programming and broad-
cast training for students, Keith said.
Salem High School is located at 46181 Joy
Road, at the corner of Canton Center in
Canton. The showwill take place in the school
cafeteria.
Canton woman earns national certification
Jeanette Williams
Where is the only place you have the
opportunity to win a ride in a beautiful,
luxurious 1930 Packard driven by 101-
year-oldMargaret Dunning?
It's the Plymouth Historical Museum's
annual auction fundraiser, "A Night FOR
the Museum," beginning at 6 p.m.
Saturday, Feb.18, at the Fox Hills Fox
Classic. A ride with Dunning in her
Packard is only one highlight of the
event, a spokeswoman said.
Merchants in Plymouth and surround-
ing areas have donated numerous items
for the live auction and raffle. Some high-
lights of themore than 80 items include a
lady's Wittnauer watch valued at $500
fromDeltaDiamondSetters of Plymouth,
tickets for a concert at the Coliseum at
Caesars Windsor, one-year World Deluxe
membership to Ancestry.com, golf and
dine at Fox Hills, and tickets to the
HenryFord.
In addition to the live auction and raf-
fles, diners will be entertained with a
performance of harmonized voices by the
vocal group Simply Dickens. The ticket
price of $75 per person includes appetiz-
ers, a plated gourmet dinner, and dessert.
A cash bar will also be available. Tickets
can be purchased at the museum or
online
at
http://www.plymouthhistory.org/events/A-
N i g h t - F O R - t h e -
Museum_ET118.html?SortBox= 201202
usingPayPal.
The Fox Classic at Fox Hills Golf and
Banquet Center is located at 8768 N.
Territorial Road, west of Plymouth. For
more information, call (734) 455-8940.
Museum event
is this Saturday
Margaret Dunning and her 1930 Packard.