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Best friends

Meijer employees, vaccine clinic

help fund Romulus Animal Shelter

While the residents of the tions. The shelter continues to
Romulus Animal Shelter usually operate on donations and contri-
don't compete for anything other butions. Wadsworth noted that
than Milk-Bones and dog treats, during his years of involvement
they were big winners in a recent with the shelter, there have been
contest at the Belleville Meijer about $350,112 in donations to
store. help keep the facility operating
The local store was given and care for the animals. During
$10,000 from corporate head- the pandemic, however,
quarters to donate to local organ- Wadsworth was unable to host
izations and Belleville store the main shelter fundraising
employees were asked to choose events, a Bingo night and a bowl-
facilities to receive a portion of ing night, making this donation
the gift. While there were several even more crucial.
ideas for the funds, former “This money will go right into
Romulus Councilman Barry operating the shelter. That's the
Baumann, who works part time only place it can be used,”
at the store, suggested $5,000 for Wadsworth said.
the Romulus Animal Shelter. Wadsworth added that a major
Baumann, who is retired, said he contributor to the shelter is vet-
simply asked his fellow employ- erinarian Dr. John Hammond
ees to vote for the city shelter and who operates the vaccination
they did the rest. clinic at the shelter annually.
“All I did was ask my cowork- That event took place recently
ers to help the Romulus shelter and drew a large crowd of pet
out and give it their vote,” owners seeking the reduced-
Baumann said. He explained price vaccinations offered during
that the store management, the one-day event. Wadsworth
including store manager Josh said that each year, following the
Grisham, made the final deci- clinic, Hammond writes a gener-
sion. “I believe that the other ous check to the facility.
$5,000 went to the First Step shel- “He's a really big supporter,”
ter in Westland,” he said. Wadsworth said.
Romulus Councilman Bill Anyone wishing to donate to
Wadsworth was more than appre- the shelter can do so by sending a
ciative of the donation. check to the Friends of the
“With the pandemic, dona- Romulus Animal Shelter, c/o
tions have plummeted,” he said. Romulus Treasurer's Office,
“This was a Godsend for us.” 11111 Wayne Road, Romulus, MI
Wadsworth led the effort for the 48174. For more information,
construction of the shelter using contact Wadsworth at (734) 941- The recent vaccination and health clinic for pets draws smiles from pet owners at the reduced rates
donations and in-kind contribu- 0616. offered for professional veterinary care at the Romulus Animal Clinic. Photos by Roger Kadau

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BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS NOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING
WEDNESDAY, April 6, 2022

Public Notice
Notice is hereby given that the City of Romulus Board of Zoning Appeals will hold the following
The City of Romulus will be conducting its annual spring cleaning of the Romulus Memorial public hearings at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 6, 2022 at the Romulus City Hall, 11111 Wayne
Cemetery. Please review the following rules & regulations for more information. Road to consider the following petitions:

Per the Rules & Regulations of the Romulus Memorial Cemetery: 1. TEMP-2022-001; Hercules Materials Holdings, requesting to utilize a portion of the property
for a concrete batch plant to supply concrete from June 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022 for the new
A. All floral arrangements, which include wreaths and grave blankets must be removed by April Romulus Trade Center Development. The subject property is zoned Conditional M-1, Light
l5t, weather permitting; otherwise, they will be discarded. Industrial and is located on Vining between Wick and Smith (Parcel ID #80-039-99-001-707,
B. Both fresh and/or artificial flowers must be in an unbreakable vase. 80-039-99-0001-708, and 80-040-99-0002-714).
C. Prohibited items placed or left upon gravesites will removed and discarded.
D. Prohibited items include the following: holiday decorations, yard ornaments, wind chimes, Copies of the applications are available for review at the Department of Public Services during reg-
lanterns, solar lights and shepherd hooks. ular business hours which are 8:00 am - 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday. All interested parties are
E. Picket fences, decorative rocks, trees, shrubbery and vegetable planting are prohibited. encouraged to attend and will be given an opportunity to comment on said requests. Written com-
ments may be submitted and should be addressed to Carol Maise, City Planner, Planning
As always, the City of Romulus is not responsible for securing items left in the cemetery, includ- Department, 12600 Wayne Road, Romulus, MI 48174-1485.
ing those that are in compliance. Items placed in the cemetery are left at one's own risk.
Ellen Craig-Bragg, City Clerk
For questions contact: Ellen L. Craig-Bragg, City Clerk City of Romulus, Michigan
11111 Wayne Rd
Romulus Ml 48174 Publish: March 17, 2022 RM0666 - 031722 2.5 x 3.812
734-942-7540
clerk@romulusgov.com
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ROMULUS CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Posted Date: 3/10/2022 RM0671 - 031722 2.5 x 3.625 February 14, 2022
Romulus City Hall Council Chambers, 11111 Wayne Rd, Romulus, MI 48174
INVITATION TO BID The meeting was called to order by Mayor Pro-Tem John Barden at 7:38 p.m.
CITY OF ROMULUS
ITB 21/22-15 - PROJECT #0155-21-0040 HOMEFIELD STREET WATER MAIN Pledge of Allegiance
REPLACEMENT PROJECT Roll Call
Present: Kathy Abdo, John Barden, Celeste Roscoe, Tina Talley, William Wadsworth, Virginia
The City of Romulus is requesting sealed bids for the Homefield Street Water Main Replacement Williams
Project. The project is located on the approximately 0.25-mile stretch of Homefield Street North of Absent / Excused: Eva Webb
Ecorse Road between Middlebelt Road and Inkster Road. The work includes pipe bursting the exist- Administrative Officials in Attendance:
ing 6-inch water main with a new 8-inch water main on the east side of the Right of Way. Robert McCraight, Mayor
Ellen L. Craig-Bragg, Clerk
Stacy Paige, Treasurer
No pre-bid meeting is required. Administrative Staff in Attendance:
D'Sjonaun Hockenhull - Deputy Clerk; Julie Wojtylko - Chief of Staff
Sealed bids will be received at the office of the City of Romulus Clerk until 2:00 PM local time, on
March 29, 2022. All bids should be clearly addressed: 1. Agenda
A. Moved by Tina Talley, seconded by Kathy Abdo to accept the agenda as presented.
ITB 21/22-15 - PROJECT #0155-21-0040 Motion Carried Unanimously
HOMEFIELD STREET WATER MAIN REPLACEMENT PROJECT 2. Minutes
City of Romulus Clerk's Office A. Res. #22-034 Moved by William Wadsworth, seconded by Kathy Abdo to approve the minutes
11111 Wayne Road from the Regular Meeting held on Monday, February 7, 2022, at 7:30 p.m.
Motion Carried Unanimously
Romulus, MI 48174 3. Petitioner - NONE
4. Chairperson's Report, John Barden, Mayor Pro-Tem
Contract documents shall be on file after 1:00 PM, March 15, 2022, at the City of Romulus Clerk's A. Moved by Celeste Roscoe, seconded by Tina Talley to accept the Chairperson's Report.
Office or may also be examined from the office of the City's Engineer, OHM Advisors, 34000 Motion Carried Unanimously
Plymouth Road, Livonia, MI 48150 (phone 734-522-6711). 5. Mayor's Report - Robert A. McCraight, Mayor - Please see Clerk's Office for complete copy of Minutes
6. Clerk's Report - Ellen L. Craig-Bragg, Clerk
Companies can also view or download copies of the plans and bid documents from the MITN A. Res. #22-035 Moved by William Wadsworth, seconded by Tina Talley to approve the 2022
Purchasing Group page of BidNet Direct ( https://www.bidnetdirect.com/mitn). Citywide Spring Yard Sale for Thursday, June 2nd through Sunday, June 5th with rain dates of
Thursday, June 9th through Sunday, June 12th; and, to approve the 2022 Citywide Fall Yard Sale for
Thursday, September 30th through Sunday, October 2nd with rain dates of Thursday, October 6th
Bid security in the form of a Certified or Cashier's Check or bid bond for a sum no less than five per- through Sunday, October 9th. Motion Carried Unanimously
cent (5%) of the amount of the Bid will be required with each Bid. B. Res. #22-036 Moved by Celeste Roscoe, seconded by Tina Talley to approve the second reading
and final adoption of the Zoning Map Amendment for RZ-2021-002 for PMG SealMaster to rezone
The City of Romulus reserves the right to accept or reject any bid or waive irregularities in Bids. No 2.64 acres of property, parcel ID #80-00-99-0008-702, from M-1, Light Industrial to M-T, Industrial
Bid may be withdrawn for a period of one hundred twenty (120) calendar days after the scheduled Transportation. Motion Carried Unanimously
closing time for receipt of the Bids. A contract may ultimately be awarded to the lowest most respon- 7. Treasurer's Report - Stacy Paige, Treasurer - Please see Clerk's Office for complete copy of Minutes
sive and responsible company, as determined in the sole discretion of the City of Romulus or other- 8. Public Comment - NONE
wise in a manner deemed by the City to be in its own best interest. 9. Unfinished Business - NONE
10. New Business - Please see Clerk's Office for complete copy of Minutes
11. Warrant
Neither the submission of nor acceptance of any bid shall constitute a contract between any bidder A. Res. #22-037 Moved by Kathy Abdo, seconded by Tina Talley to approve Warrant #: 22-3 for
and the City of Romulus. No such contract shall exist without first being approved by a formal checks presented in the amount of $1,431,945.02.
action of the members of the Romulus City Council and only after all required bonds and proof of Roll Call Vote: Ayes - Abdo, Barden, Roscoe, Talley, Wadsworth Nays - Williams
insurances and copies of endorsements have been received by the City and the agreement is signed Motion Carried
by authorized representatives of the City of Romulus and the successful Bidder. 12. Communication - Please see Clerk's Office for complete copy of Minutes
13. Adjournment
All questions regarding the project or the ITB documents should be directed only to Rich Hobgood Moved by William Wadsworth, seconded by Celeste Roscoe to adjourn the Regular Meeting at
of OHM at 734-466-4492 or via email at rich.hobgood@ohm-advisors.com. 8:04 p.m. Motion Carried Unanimously
I, Ellen L. Craig-Bragg, Clerk for the City of Romulus, Michigan do hereby certify the foregoing to be a true
The City of Romulus strictly prohibits the reproduction or publishing of any published document or copy of the minutes of the regular meeting of the Romulus City Council held on February 14, 2022.
solicitation without the express written consent of the City of Romulus. Unauthorized posting of any
notice of these documents or reference to said documents or solicitations is strictly prohibited.
Ellen L. Craig-Bragg, City Clerk
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