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Lee’s Chicken winging way to Michigan Avenue site

Wayne officials recently Chicken is coming to the City of
announced that two new busi- Wayne,” said Wayne Director of
nesses are expected to be wing- Planning Lori Gouin at a city
ing their way into the city soon. council meeting last month.
Wing Stop representatives “This is something that is long
have announced that a new loca- overdue. We have a great tenant
tion of the restaurant will open and a very stable tenant going
in the Rite Aid Plaza on into this building.”
Michigan Avenue and Wayne Lee's Chicken is a national
Road. Currently, the closest Wing franchise chain known for fried
Stop is on Ford chicken and
Road in Canton ” other items.
near Ford Road The new
and Lotz, offi- Lee's is Michigan
cials said. a good fit Avenue loca-
In addition, tion is expected
Lee's Chicken is for us to to include
expected to ren- expand locally. areas for dining
ovate and open as well as
in the former drive-through
Brownie's Diner service.
on Michigan “Lee's is Lee's Chicken will soon fill the former Brownie's Diner location in Wayne.
Avenue near growing and
downtown Wayne. The closest we're excited to expand our pres- Michigan over the coming “Lee's is a good fit for us to the past couple of years. We
current location for the popular ence in the state of Michigan for years,” said Lee's CEO Ryan expand locally, especially as expect to be a part of continuing
facility is on Ann Arbor Road in Lee's fans to experience our Weaver in a news release. long-time fans of the brand,” said that momentum, especially with
Plymouth. fresh never frozen products. The The expansion in Michigan is Noman Aiyash, who along with our many years of restaurant
“I'm sure many of you have Lee's location in Plymouth has a the largest ever Lee’s market Leo Gonzalez, is named as an experience in these markets,” he
stood in line at Lee's Chicken on legendary following, so we're development. according to the owner of the new Wayne location said. The new location is expect-
Ann Arbor Trail. We're absolute- looking forward to adding many news release. Lee's was founded franchise. “Lee's as a whole is ed to be open by the end of the
ly ecstatic to know that Lee's new locations in southeast in Lima, Ohio, 55 years ago. seeing record sales growth over year.
Ripple Effect, Rotary Club sponsoring city-wide clean up

Wayne Ripple Effect is part- served to volunteers at noon. of Wayne, sponsors this year
nering with the Rotary Club of Volunteers are needed for the include Harry J. Will Funeral
Wayne to conduct a city-wide event, a spokesperson noted. Home, Professional Insurance
cleanup of the roads and paths Volunteers are encouraged to Associates, Judge Breeda
bordering the Rouge River. wear old clothes, masks, and O'Leary and Pat Rice RE/MAX
The Rotary Club of Wayne is bring gloves. Classic. Help will also be provid-
celebrating its 100-year anniver- Those who wish to take ed by members of the City of
sary by performing one service advantage of this community Wayne Department of Public
project per month. The project service opportunity should bring Works.
this month is the Annual brooms, shovels, and other Those who register after April
Downtown Wayne Clean-Up set cleaning equipment, if possible. 11 may not be guaranteed a sou-
for 9 a.m. until noon Saturday, Trash bags will be provided. venir tee shirt. To register, visit
April 23. Volunteers will meet at Goudy https://www.eventbrite.com/e/do
A morning snack bar will be Park at 8:30 a.m. for registration. wntown-wayne-clean-up-day-
provided and pizza will be In addition to the Rotary Club 2022-tickets-272233607047

To subscribe to The Eagle visit www.associatednewspapers.net. MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ROMULUS CITY COUNCIL MEETING
January 24, 2022
Romulus City Hall Council Chambers, 11111 Wayne Rd, Romulus, MI 48174

Pledge of Allegiance
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ROMULUS CITY COUNCIL MEETING
February 7, 2022 Roll Call
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.
Present: Kathy Abdo, John Barden, Celeste Roscoe, Tina Talley, William Wadsworth, Eva Webb,
The meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m. by Mayor Pro-Tem John Barden. Virginia Williams
Absent / Excused: None
Pledge of Allegiance Administrative Officials in Attendance:
Robert McCraight, Mayor
Roll Call Ellen L. Craig-Bragg, Clerk
Present: Kathy Abdo, John Barden, Celeste Roscoe, Tina Talley, William Wadsworth, Eva Webb, Stacy Paige, Treasurer (Remote)
Virginia Williams Administrative Staff in Attendance:
Absent / Excused: D'Sjonaun Hockenhull - Deputy Clerk; Stephen Hitchcock - City Attorney; Julie Wojtylko - Chief of Staff
Administrative Officials in Attendance: (Remote); Roberto Scappaticci - DPW Director; Maria Farris - Finance Director (Remote); Robert
Julie Wojtylko, Chief of Staff Pfannes - Police Chief (Remote); Julie Albert - Director of Assessing & Financial Services (Remote)
Ellen L. Craig-Bragg, Clerk 1. Agenda
Stacy Paige, Treasurer (Remote) A. Moved by Tina Talley, seconded by Kathy Abdo to accept the agenda as presented.
Administrative Staff in Attendance: Motion Carried Unanimously
D'Sjonaun Hockenhull - Deputy Clerk; Stephen Hitchcock - City Attorney; Carol Maise - City Planner; 2. Minutes
Gary Harris - Purchasing Director (Remote); Damian Hull - Police Captain (Remote) A. Res. #22-013 Moved by William Wadsworth, seconded by Kathy Abdo to approve the Minutes
from the regular meeting held on Monday, January 10, 2022, at 7:30 p.m.
1. Agenda Roll Call Vote: Ayes - Abdo, Barden, Roscoe, Wadsworth, Williams Abstain - Talley, Webb
A. Moved by Tina Talley, seconded by Kathy Abdo to accept the Agenda as presented. Motion Carried
Motion Carried Unanimously B. Res. #22-014 Moved by Virginia Williams, seconded by Celeste Roscoe to approve the Minutes
2. Minutes from the Special Meeting - Study Session held on Monday, January 10, 2022, at 6:00 p.m. to discuss
A. Res. #22-024 Moved by William Wadsworth, seconded by Eva Webb to approve the minutes from the audit presentation by Plante Moran.
the Regular Meeting held on Monday, January 24, 2022, at 7:30 p.m. Roll Call Vote: Ayes - Barden, Roscoe, Wadsworth, Williams Abstain - Abdo, Talley, Webb
Motion Carried Unanimously Motion Carried
B. Res. #22-025 Moved by Kathy Abdo, seconded by Tina Talley to approve the minutes from the 3. Petitioner - None
Special Meeting - Study Session held on Monday, January 24, 2022, at 6:15 p.m. to discuss the Lead 4. Chairperson's Report, John Barden, Mayor Pro-Tem
Service Line Status for the City of Romulus. Motion Carried Unanimously State Senator Erika Geiss and State Representative Alex Garza presented a Special Tribute to Clerk
3. Petitioner Bragg for her recognition as the 2021 City Clerk of the Year.
A. Glenn Shapiro, COO of PMG SealMaster, and Eric Frazzini, manager of Planning for Community A. Moved by Celeste Roscoe, seconded by Tina Talley to accept the Chairperson's Report.
Image Builders, presented a PowerPoint on the request to rezone 2.64 acres of property located at Motion Carried Unanimously
27989 Van Born Rd. 5. Mayor's Report - Robert A. McCraight, Mayor
Res. #22-026 Moved by William Wadsworth, seconded by Eva Webb to approve the first reading A. Res. #22-015 Moved by Tina Talley, seconded by William Wadsworth to concur with the
of the Zoning Map Amendment for RZ-2021-002 for PMG SealMaster to rezone 2.64 acres of Administration and adopt the Resolution for the City of Romulus Poverty Exemption for 2022 to be
property, Parcel ID #80-00-99-0008-702, from M-1, Light Industrial to M-T, Industrial used by the Board of Review to review or approve poverty exemptions.
Transportation. Motion Carried Unanimously Motion Carried Unanimously
4. Chairperson's Report, John Barden, Mayor Pro-Tem B. Res. #22-016 Moved by William Wadsworth, seconded by Tina Talley to concur with the
Res. #22-027 Moved by Virginia Williams, seconded by Celeste Roscoe to adopt a memorial Administration and authorize the Mayor and Clerk to enter into an agreement with Gabriel, Roeder,
resolution for the family of Antonio Bland. Motion Carried Unanimously Smith and Company for an actuarial valuation to determine the City's Retiree Healthcare Plan.
Res. #22-028 Moved by Celeste Roscoe, seconded by Eva Webb to adopt a memorial resolution for Motion Carried Unanimously
the family of Frank Hood. Motion Carried Unanimously C. Res. #22-017 Moved by Eva Webb, seconded by Celeste Roscoe to concur with the Administration
Res. #22-029 Moved by Tina Talley, seconded by Virginia Williams to adopt a resolution in and authorize the Mayor and Clerk to enter into the Inter-Governmental Agreement with the
support of the resolution from the Wayne County Commission calling upon legislators in the Romulus Schools for one (1) School Resource Officer. Motion Carried Unanimously
Michigan House and Senate to pass legislation that protects those in their communities from sexual D. Res. #22-018 Moved by Tina Talley, seconded by Kathy Abdo to concur with the Administration
violence. Motion Carried Unanimously and approve the re-appointments of Stanley Bragg and Vonda Cooley to the Police, Fire & Safety
Res. #22-030 Moved by Kathy Abdo seconded by Virginia Williams to schedule a Study Session Commission with terms to expire on February 22, 2025. Motion Carried Unanimously
on Monday, February 14, 2022, at 7:00 p.m. to discuss the Council's budget for the 2022/23 fiscal E. Res. #22-019 Moved by William Wadsworth, seconded by Tina Talley to concur with the
year. Motion Carried Unanimously Administration and approve the re-appointment of Cathy Freitag and appoint Emery Long to the
A. Moved by Celeste Roscoe, seconded by Tina Talley to accept the Chairperson's Report. Planning Commission with terms to expire January 31, 2025. Motion Carried Unanimously
Motion Carried Unanimously F. Res. #22-020 Moved by Tina Talley, seconded by William Wadsworth to concur with the
5. Mayor's Report - Robert A. McCraight, Mayor Administration and consent to piggyback on the MiDeal Contract #071B770081 to purchase one (1)
A. Res. #22-031 Moved by Tina Talley, seconded by William Wadsworth to concur with the 2022 Ford Explorer XLT (K8B) with options from Gorno Ford at a cost of $34,823.00.
Administration and award bid ITB 21/22-11 to the most responsive and responsible bidder and Roll Call Vote: Ayes - Abdo, Barden, Roscoe, Talley, Wadsworth, Webb Nays - Williams
authorize the Mayor and Clerk to enter into a four (4) year contract (ending of the 2025/26 fiscal Motion Carried
year) with Great Lake Graphics, Inc., for the printing, handling and mailing services needed for tax G. Res. #22-021 Moved by Celeste Roscoe, seconded by Tina Talley to concur with the
statements, assessment notices, and water account billing for the City of Romulus Water & Administration and award RFP 20/21-09 to Campbell, Inc. Mechanical Services for a ten (10) year
Assessment Departments and the Treasurer's Office on an as-needed basis. contract, for performing maintenance and as needed repairs and equipment replacement on the
Motion Carried Unanimously HVAC systems in all City buildings at the costs associated, in the pricing sheet.
B. Res. #22-032 Moved by Celeste Roscoe, seconded by Eva Webb to concur with the Administration Motion Carried Unanimously
and award bid ITB 21/22-12 to the lowest most responsive, and responsible bidder, Vance Outdoors, 6. Clerk's Report - Ellen L. Craig-Bragg, Clerk
Inc., for the purchase of four (4) Rock River Arms AR-15 Patrol Rifles in the amount of $6,803.20. A. Res. #22-022 Moved by Celeste Roscoe, seconded by William Wadsworth to approve the Study
Motion Carried Unanimously Session requests for Monday, April 4, 2022, and Monday, April 11, 2022; and, approve the Public
6. Clerk's Report - Ellen L. Craig-Bragg, Clerk - None Hearing request for Monday, May 2, 2022, for the purposes of discussing and presenting the 2022/23
7. Treasurer's Report - Stacy Paige, Treasurer - None FY Budgets. Motion Carried Unanimously
8. Public Comment - Please see Clerk's Office for complete copy of Minutes 7. Treasurer's Report - Stacy Paige, Treasurer - Please see Clerk's Office for complete copy of Minutes
9. Unfinished Business - None 8. Public Comment - None
10. New Business - None 9. Unfinished Business - Please see Clerk's Office for complete copy of Minutes
11. Communication - Please see Clerk's Office for complete copy of Minutes 10. New Business - None
Res. #22-033 Moved by Virginia Williams, seconded by Celeste Roscoe to adopt a resolution to be 11. Warrant
sent to the Michigan Public Service Commission, disapproving of Comcast Cable services and rates. A. Res. #22-023 Moved by Kathy Abdo, seconded by Tina Talley to approve Warrant #22-2 for
Motion Carried Unanimously checks presented in the amount of $1,408,603.63. Motion Carried Unanimously
12. Adjournment 12. Communication - Please see Clerk's Office for complete copy of Minutes
Moved by William Wadsworth, seconded by Eva Webb to adjourn the meeting at 8:37 p.m. 13. Adjournment
Motion Carried Unanimously Moved by William Wadsworth, seconded by Celeste Roscoe to adjourn the meeting at 8:29 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 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 February 7, 2022. copy of the minutes of the regular meeting of the Romulus City Council held on January 24, 2022.

Ellen L. Craig-Bragg, City Clerk Ellen L. Craig-Bragg, City Clerk
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