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Diabetes treatment workshops are planned

During African American are also affected; type 2 dia- grams, visit mihealthypro-
History Month in February, the betes is more common than ” grams.org.
National Kidney Foundation of type 1 diabetes in non-Hispanic In 2017, African Americans were Those who may have a
Michigan (NKFM) is raising blacks ages 10 to 19. twice as likely as non-Hispanic chronic disease but do not see a
awareness about the increased Additionally, African Americans doctor because they do not have
risk of diabetes and kidney dis- with unmanaged diabetes are whites to die from diabetes. health care coverage can apply
ease in African Americans, and four times more likely to suffer for health care coverage,
the importance of lifestyle serious diabetes-related com- including Medicaid, through
changes to prevent or manage plications, such as blindness, other chronic health problems Maplewood Senior Center, the local Department of Health
these health issues. Diabetes is kidney failure and blood vessel is to join an NKFM Personal 31735 Maplewood in Garden and Human Services office.
high blood sugar and is damage resulting in amputa- Action Toward Health (PATH) City. Applications are also accepted
because, over time, it can dam- tions. In 2017, African workshop. Offered at no cost to Workshops are set for 10 a.m. online at www.mibridges.michi-
age a patient's heart, blood ves- Americans were twice as likely participants, the workshops until 12:30 p.m. March 2, 9, 16, gan.gov or by phone at 1-855-
sels, eyes, kidneys and nerves. as non-Hispanic whites to die provide skills and tools for liv- 23 and April 6. To register, call 789-5610.
An estimated 4.9 million - from diabetes. ing healthier lives to people Danielle Willems at For more information about
18.7 percent - of all non- Diabetes is the leading cause with long-term health problems Maplewood, (734) 793-1870, or the prevention or management
Hispanic blacks age 20 and of kidney failure among African and their loved ones. A PATH email daniellew@gardencity- of diabetes and kidney disease,
older have diagnosed or undiag- Americans. One way to manage workshop is coming up in mi.org. visit www.nkfm.org or call 1-
nosed diabetes. Minority youth diabetes, kidney disease or Garden City in March at the To find additional PATH pro- 800-482-1455.
Annual Soul Food Dinner is set for next Wednesday

One of the oldest and most anticipated year, the theme of the dinner is Coming The dinner is being coordinated this For more information call Tina Talley
traditions in the City of Romulus is set for Together in Harmony as One. year in cooperation with the Romulus (313) 408-3637, Debbie Lattner (734) 721-
next week. This year, the dinner will be catered by Community Schools, Romulus 5879 or the Rev. Rita Talley (734) 595-6330.
The 19th Annual Soul Food Dinner in the Romulus High School Culinary Arts Ministerial Alliance and the City of If the organizers are unavailable, leave a
the city is set for 5-7:30 p.m. next Department under the tutelage of Chef Romulus. Those attending are welcome, message and your call will be returned.
Wednesday, Feb. 26. The dinner is unique Walter Banks. Formerly, the dinner was and encouraged, to dress in their favorite Romulus High School is located at
to the City of Romulus and is a celebra- prepared by members of local churches, African attire. 9650 South Wayne Road in Romulus.
tion of the heritage of the community and who are still involved in the organization
part of Black History Month each year. of the meal.
Dinner will be served promptly at 5 and Monetary help is still need and every MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ROMULUS CITY COUNCIL MEETING
the program will follow at 6 p.m. donation goes to purchase the needed February 3, 2020
The dinner is open to the public at no food and supplies for the event, organiz- Romulus City Hall Council Chambers, 11111 Wayne Rd, Romulus, MI 48174
cost and will be followed by a special ers said. Free will donations at the meal The Meeting was Called to Order at 7:30 p.m. by Mayor Pro Tem John Barden.
Black History Month presentation in the will go to benefit Romulus Middle School Pledge of Allegiance
cafeteria at Romulus High School. This and Romulus High School programs. Roll Call Present: Kathy Abdo, John Barden, Celeste Roscoe, Tina Talley, William Wadsworth, Eva
Webb, Virginia Williams
Black History Bus Tour set Administrative Officials in Attendance:
Absent / Excused: None.
Leroy Burcroff, Mayor
Stacy Paige, Treasurer
Administrative Staff in Attendance:
A unique look at the history of the city Boarding of the bus will begin at 10:20 a.m. Steve Hitchcock, City Attorney
is being offered in Romulus this weekend. and the tour will return at 12:30 p.m. Julie Wojtylko, Chief of Staff
The annual Black History Bus Tour is There is no cost for the tour although Robin R. Underwood, Deputy Clerk
1. Agenda
set this Saturday and will feature stops reservations are suggested. To confirm a Moved by Tina Talley, seconded by William Wadsworth to approve the Agenda as presented.
along the Underground Railroad. seat, call the Romulus Community Motion Carried Unanimously
The tour is organized annually in the Development office at (734) 942 7545 to 2. Minutes
A. Res. #20-240 Moved by Kathy Abdo, seconded by Celeste Roscoe to approve the Minutes from the
city as part of Black History Month cele- reserve space. Organizers said the tour Regular Meeting held on January 27, 2020.
brations. often fills up. Roll Call Vote: Ayes - Abdo, Barden, Roscoe, Talley, Webb, Williams
Check in for the tour is set for 10 a.m. in The Romulus City Hall parking lot is Nays - None.
Abstain - William Wadsworth
the Romulus City Hall parking lot. located at 11111 Wayne Road. Motion Carried
B. There were no special meetings held on January 27, 2020.
3. Petitioner - None.
4. Chairperson’s Report, John Barden, Mayor Pro-Tem
Res. #20-041 Moved by Kathy Abdo, seconded by Celeste Roscoe to approve a Memorial Resolution
for Donna J. Plank. Motion Carried Unanimously
Res. #20-042 Moved by William Wadsworth, seconded by Kathy Abdo to approve a No Fee Permit
for Garage Sale Week, May 28, 29, 30 and 31, 2020. Rain dates: June 4-7, 2020. Motion Carried
Unanimously
Moved by Celeste Roscoe, seconded by Eva Webb to accept the Chairperson’s Report.
Motion Carried Unanimously
5. Mayor’s Report – LeRoy D. Burcroff, Mayor
A short community events video was presented.
A. Res. #20-043 Moved by William Wadsworth, seconded by Virginia Williams to concur with the
administration and grant authorization for the Mayor and Clerk to enter into the attached grant agree-
ment between the State of Michigan - Michigan Indigent Defense Commission (MIDC) and the
Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) and the City of Romulus from October 1,
2019 to September 30, 2020 with a local share of $55,315.75.
Motion Carried Unanimously
B. Res. #20-044 Moved by Kathy Abdo, seconded by Tina Talley to concur with Administration and
authorize the Mayor and Clerk to enter into the attached Contracts for Services of Independent
Contractor with the Michigan Indigent Defense Commission (MIDC) hourly attorneys. Motion
Carried Unanimously
C. Res #20-045 Moved by Eva Webb, seconded by William Wadsworth to concur with Administration
and introduce Budget Amendment 19/20-16 to recognize anticipated revenues to be received from
Michigan Indigent Defense Compliance Plan Grant Funding and set up the anticipated line item budget
for additional operational expenses for FY2019/20. Any revenues in excess of expenditures will roll
over into fund balance and will be utilized for the FY2020/21 Budget according to the State of
Michigan’s grant period. Motion Carried Unanimously
Mayor Burcroff invited Julie Albert, Director of Assessing and Financial Services, to address the
Honorable Body as a follow-up to discussions regarding the Romulus Civic League’s Tax Exempt
Status. Director Albert presented a Memorandum with a written timeline of activities regarding -
Romulus Civic League Property Tax status. As a result of the “Combination Application” requirements
to combine vacant parcel on Grover (80077 24 0006 301) with parcel at 11495 Wahrman (80 077 25
0025 301), a mutually agreed upon date of completion and submission to the City of Romulus
Department of Assessment, absolves the need to request a Special Meeting Study Session, under the
Clerk’s Report Agenda Item 6B.
6. Clerk’s Report – Ellen L. Craig-Bragg, Clerk
A. Res. #20-046 Moved by William Wadsworth, seconded by Virginia Williams to approve the sale of
parcel 80 048 99 0002 000 (aka 28585 Smith), vacant industrial land, located on Smith east of
Middlebelt to Joseph Oram in the amount of $36,101.99. A condition of the purchase is that the buyer
has agreed to demolish the residence within 30 days of closing at buyer’s expense. In September of
2018, City Council via Resolution #18-340 approved that this parcel be listed for sale with Metro
Realty. Motion Carried Unanimously
B. Study Session Request from Mayor LeRoy D. Burcroff to discuss Civic League Tax Exempt Status at
6:30 p.m. on Monday, February 24, 2020. - No Action required.
CITY OF ROMULUS C. Res. #20-047 Moved by Eva Webb, seconded by Tina Talley to approve the request from Roberto J.
2020 BOARD OF REVIEW Scappaticci, Director of Department of Public Works for the Traffic Control Order, “No Parking on
both sides of Vining Road between Ecorse Road, South to Smith Road.” Motion Carried
To the taxpayers of the City of Romulus: The Board of Review will meet in the Romulus City Hall, Unanimously
Council Chambers, 11111 Wayne Road, Romulus, MI 48174 on the following dates and times by 7. Treasurer’s Report – Stacy Paige, Treasurer
APPOINTMENT ONLY for the purpose of reviewing the assessment roll. Please come prepared, City Treasurer Paige announced, “Tax Day” is around the corner, and Winter Taxes are due, Friday,
as a ten (10) minute time limit before the Board will be strictly adhered to. February 14th. Please contact the Treasurer’s Office in the event an Invoice is needed.
8. Public Comment
Jan Lemmon, Chair of the Cemetery Board, announced that the past holiday activities were very suc-
March 9, 2020: 9:00 am to 12:00 pm & 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm cessful, i.e., “Wreaths Across America and Veteran’s Day,” and encouraged families to remove the
March 10, 2020: 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm & 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm grave blankets by March 1st, weather permitting, per the Romulus Memorial Cemetery Rules and
Regulations, p.1.
Residents and Non-Residents may appeal by (1) making an appointment to appear before the Board 9. Unfinished Business – None
OR (2) in writing (personal appearance is not required). The Board of Review MUST receive all 10. New Business
written appeals/documentation no later than March 10, 2020 at 8:00 pm. Res. #20-048 Moved by Eva Webb, seconded by Virginia Williams to approve a Memorial Resolution
for Tommy LaPorte. Motion Carried Unanimously
Property owners may appoint and authorize a representative to appear on their behalf. According to Res. #20-049 Moved by Virginia Williams, seconded by William Wadsworth to approve a Memorial
Resolution for Mark Craig. Motion Carried Unanimously
Ordinance, all Representatives or Agents MUST submit an original, notarized, current proof of 11. Communication
authorization to act on behalf of the property owner as a prerequisite to appeal to the Board of • Councilwoman Abdo announced, “Kids Night Out’ at the RAC, Friday, February 7th, from 6:30
Review. p.m. to 10:00 p.m.; also an invitation to all to participate in the Drug Task Force Bowling
th
Fundraiser at Romulus Lanes, Wednesday, February 29 ; a $20.00 donation/proceeds for scholar-
To schedule an appointment to appeal to the March Board of Review, please call the City of Romulus ships for H.S. students.
Department of Assessment at 734. 942.7520. • Councilwoman Talley announced a, “call for donations,” for the Culinary Team cooking the annual
“Romulus Come-Unity” soul food dinner, February 26 at the Romulus High School cafeteria at
For the purpose of addressing clerical errors, mutual mistakes of fact, poverty exemptions, veteran's 5:00 p.m., as well as “all hands on deck” encouraging elected officials to come out and serve the
exemptions, and principal residence exemptions, the Board of Review will meet in the Romulus City community. Perishable items are also requested. Pentecostal Baptist Church’s Marriage Ministry
Hall, Council Office, 11111 Wayne Road, Romulus, MI 48174 on: program is encouraging participants to register for the Marriage & Couples conference to be held
February 14-15, 2020. Contact Rev. Willis.
12. Adjournment
July 21, 2020: 9:30 am Moved by William Wadsworth, seconded by Virginia Williams to adjourn the Meeting at 7:57 p.m.
December 15, 2020: 9:30 am Motion Carried Unanimously
I, Ellen L. Craig-Bragg, Clerk for the City of Romulus, Michigan do hereby certify the foregoing to be a true
All Board of Review meetings are open meetings in compliance with the "Open Meetings Act". copy of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Romulus City Council held on February 3, 2020.

Publish: 02/20/2020
02/27/2020 Ellen L. Craig-Bragg, City Clerk
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