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Easter ‘Eggstravaganza’ returns to Maybury Farm

Spring will bring Eggstravaganza back to ture appearances by Smokey the Bear, the
Maybury Farm this Saturday, April 9. Tooth Fairy, and other characters.
Following a 2-year hiatus, the popular Concessions will be available from Kona
egg hunt for children ages 2 to 10 years old Ice, Bearclaw Coffee Co., S & S Kettle Corn,
will return to the farm this year. and All-City Dogs. All activities at
Eggstravaganza will feature egg hunts for Eggstravaganza are included in admission
children in three different age groups: 2 to with the exception of food and drinks. A
3-year-olds can participate in multiple raffle will take place at 12:45 for all those
hunts between 10 a.m. and 12:45 p.m.; egg who filled out the raffle ticket form.
hunts for 4 to 6-year-olds will take place at Eggstravaganza and the farm will close at 1
11 a.m. and egg hunts for 7 to 10-year-olds p.m.
are set for 11:45 a.m. Each group will have Admission to Eggstravaganza is $10 per
their own egg hunt area and children in the vehicle (cash only). Prize bags are limited
two older groups will be tasked with find- to the first 800 children, but all children
ing a specific number of eggs, children will can participate in all the other activities
redeem their eggs for a prize bag filled with going on at the farm. Maybury Farm is
candy and treats from supporters in the located at 50165 Eight Mile Road in
community. Northville. Limited free parking will be sisting of representatives from Maybury agriculture through hands-on experiences
This is the fourth year for available at Maybury Farm and there is State Park, Northville Parks, and that are both engaging and educational.
Eggstravaganza at Maybury Farm. In addi- additional parking at Maybury State Park Recreation, Friends of Maybury State Park, Maybury Farm is located at 50165 8 Mile
tion to the egg hunt, children can visit the (Recreation Passport required). Northville Community Foundation/ Rd in Northville. It is 1-1/4 mile west of
Maybury Farm animals, listen to a story, Recreation Passports are $12 at the Maybury Farm, and Preservation Dental. Beck Road on 8 Mile, 1/2 mile west of
plant seeds with the Friends of Maybury, Secretary of State and $17 at the State Park Maybury Farm is operated by the Maybury State Park. Enter at the Maybury
play on the playground, and have their entry. To learn more, visit www.maybury- Northville Community Foundation, a Farm sign, do not enter the State Park.
faces painted. Children will also have the farm.org or call (248) 704-9211. 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Maybury Parking is free at Maybury Farm. For more
opportunity to have their photo taken with Eggstravaganza is sponsored by the Farm is a working farm with a mission to information, visit www.mayburyfarm.org or
the Easter Bunny and the event will fea- Parks Partnership Committee (PPC), con- connect the community to animals and www.facebook.com/mayburyfarm .

Legislator sponsors new MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ROMULUS CITY COUNCIL MEETING

February 28, 2022
state auto insurance bill The meeting was called to order at 7:33 p.m. by Mayor Pro-Tem John Barden
Romulus City Hall Council Chambers, 11111 Wayne Rd, Romulus, MI 48174
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
State Rep. Jewell Jones (D-Inkster), along ance companies that unreasonably deny Present: Kathy Abdo, John Barden, Celeste Roscoe, Tina Talley, Eva Webb, Virginia Williams
with fellow members of the Michigan House claims. “Bad Faith Denial.” Sponsored by Absent / Excused: William Wadsworth
of Representatives Democratic Caucus state Rep. Yousef Rabhi (D-Ann Arbor); Administrative Officials in Attendance:
Robert McCraight, Mayor
introduced a package of bills last week with House Bill 5998 which would fix the loop- Ellen L. Craig-Bragg, Clerk
bipartisan support to address concerns hole where some court rulings have basical- Administrative Staff in Attendance:
related to transparency and accountability ly exempted all regulated and licensed busi- D'Sjonaun Hockenhull - Deputy Clerk, Stephen Hitchcock - City Attorney; Julie Wojtylko - Chief of
Staff; Kevin Krause - Director of Fire & Emergency Services; Derran Shelby - Deputy Police Chief;
with the state auto no-fault law and auto nesses (like insurance companies) from the Merrie Druyor - TIFA/DDA Director; Patty Braden - Library Director
insurance system. Michigan Consumer Protection Act; House 1. Agenda
“Insurance companies are experiencing Bill 5999 would require the Department of A. Moved by Tina Talley, seconded by Kathy Abdo to accept the agenda as presented.
Motion Carried Unanimously
record profits while hard-working Insurance and Financial Services to post 2. Minutes
Michiganders are struggling with rising their reports on auto no-fault complaints, A. Res. #22-038 Moved by Kathy Abdo, seconded by Tina Talley to approve the Minutes from the
prices and reduced coverage,” Jones said. billing issues, and utilization review publicly Regular Meeting held on Monday, February 14, 2022, at 7:30 p.m.
Roll Call Vote: Ayes - Abdo, Barden, Roscoe, Talley, Williams Abstain - Webb
“We need an insurance system that works on its website. The reports will include the Motion Carried
for us, not just insurance companies. My bill number of cases per patient. Sponsored by B. Res. #22-039 Moved by Kathy Abdo, seconded by Tina Talley to approve the Minutes from the
would tackle the practice of redlining by state Rep. Kevin Coleman (D-Westland); Special Meeting - Study Session held on Monday, February 14, 2022, at 7:00 p.m. to discuss the
2022/23 FY budget for Council.
banning auto insurance companies from House Bill 6000 would require auto insurers Roll Call Vote: Ayes - Abdo, Barden, Roscoe, Talley, Williams Abstain - Webb
using ZIP codes to charge certain communi- to get their rates approved by DIFS, with an Motion Carried
ties, usually those that are Black or brown, 8 percent profit margin cap. Sponsored by 3. Petitioner - None
4. Chairperson's Report, John Barden, Mayor Pro-Tem
higher prices. It's time we fix this and get state Rep. Rachel Hood (D-Grand Rapids); Res. #22-040 Moved by Virginia Williams, seconded by Eva Webb to adopt a memorial resolution
auto accident survivors the care they need.” House Bill 6001 would require payments to for the family of Betty Scott. Motion Carried Unanimously
Jones sponsored House Bill House 6005 be issued within 30 days when the Michigan Res. #22-041 Moved by Celeste Roscoe, seconded by Virginia Williams to adopt a memorial
which would prohibit rate discrimination on Catastrophic Claims Association (MCCA) is resolution for the family of Mary Evelyn Carr. Motion Carried Unanimously
Clerk Bragg presented the memorial resolution to the family of Mary Evelyn Carr.
the basis of any category protected under statutorily mandated to issue refund pay- Councilwoman Talley presented an award to the winner of the 2021 "Why I love Romulus" Contest
the Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act (marital ments to consumers. Sponsored by state A. and announced the 2022 "Why I Love Romulus" Contest to coincide with the birthday of the City.
2020-21 State of the Library Presentation
status, weight, sex, etc.), credit scores or Rep. Kelly Breen (D-Novi); House Bill 6002 Patty Braden, Library Director, presented a PowerPoint detailing the achievements of 2021 and goals
other financial stress measures, and geo- would prohibit insurance companies or the for 2022 in the 2020/21 State of the Library.
graphical location within Michigan and third-party companies that are associated B. Moved by Celeste Roscoe, seconded by Tina Talley to accept the Chairperson's Report.
Motion Carried Unanimously
require insurance companies that have affil- with the insurance company from reviewing 5. Mayor's Report - Robert A. McCraight, Mayor
iate networks or the same parent company administrative appeals. Sponsored by state Dr. Kari Krantz spoke before City Council regarding registration for the Romulus Community
to offer consumers a quote that is the lowest Rep. Padma Kuppa (D-Troy); House Bill Schools Listening Sessions and solicited participation from residents and stakeholders of the school
district.
they would get within the company or net- 6003 would prohibit insurers from refusing A. Res. #22-042 Moved by Tina Talley, seconded by Virginia Williams to concur with the
work. to pay provider bills on the basis that the bill Administration and authorize a no-fee permit for all Relay for Life activities, as well as the closure
Also introduced were House Bill 5996 is not in the insurer's preferred format or on of Hunt Street between Goddard Road and Bibbins Street beginning at 4:00 p.m. on Friday,
which would address the issue of prohibit- the insurer's preferred form. Sponsored by September 23, 2022, and ending at 4:00 p.m. o Sunday, September 25, 2022.
Motion Carried Unanimously
ing insurers from denying payment if the state Rep. Regina Weiss (D-Oak Park) and B. Res. #22-043 Moved by Celeste Roscoe, seconded by Eva Webb to concur with the administration
treatment is “not usually associated” with House Bill 6004 would require the MCCA to and authorize the Mayor and Clerk to enter into the Master Educational Affiliation Agreement
between Romulus Fire Department and Schoolcraft Community College which will allow EMS
accepted treatment. Sponsored by state Rep. disclose actuarial computation used in rate students from Schoolcraft College to job shadow with the Romulus Fire Department as part of the
Julie Rogers (D-Kalamazoo); House Bill setting. Sponsored by state Rep. Mary State required clinical contact hours for the EMT program. Motion Carried Unanimously
5997 which would place penalties on insur- Cavanagh (D-Redford. C. Res. #225-044 Moved by Tina Talley, seconded by Celeste Roscoe to concur with the
Administration and reject all bids received and award ITB 21/22-02 to Justice Fence Co. for the pur
chase and installation of a security gate at the 34th District Court in the amount of $29,998.00.
Motion Carried Unanimously
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ROMULUS CITY COUNCIL MEETING D. Res. #22-045 Moved by Eva Webb, seconded by Celeste Roscoe to concur with the Administration
March 14, 2022 and award Bid ITB 21/22-10 to both bidding companies, Cadillac Asphalt (year one (1) $120.00
Romulus City Hall Council Chambers, 11111 Wayne Rd, Romulus, MI 48174 per ton, year two (2) $125.00 per ton) and Ajax Paving (year one (1) $115.00 per ton, year (2)
$120.00 per ton) for a two (2) year term to expire on 2/28/2024 with the option to extend the bid for
not more than three (3) additional one (1) year terms per the terms of the original bid and upon
The Regular Council Meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m. written mutual agreement for UPM -Cold Patch for the DPW. Motion Carried Unanimously
Pledge of Allegiance E. Res. #22-046 Moved by Tina Talley, seconded by Celeste Roscoe to concur with the
Roll Call Administration and award Bid ITB 21/22-13 to the two most responsive and responsible bidders,
Present: Kathy Abdo, John Barden, Tina Talley, William Wadsworth, Eva Webb, Virginia Williams Jam Best One and Shrader Tire & Oil Inc. Jam Best One has guaranteed pricing for one year period
Absent / Excused: Celeste Roscoe ending February 28, 2023, and Shrader Tire an Oil have guaranteed pricing for a two-year
Administrative Officials in Attendance: period ending February 28, 2024. Motion Carried Unanimously
Robert McCraight, Mayor F. Res. #22-047 Moved by Tina Talley, seconded by Celeste Roscoe to concur with the
Ellen L. Craig-Bragg, Clerk Administration and introduce budget amendment 21/22-10 to cover unforeseen costs to the Wayne
Stacy Paige, Treasurer County Drain Assessment due to increased costs for the Drain's Public Benefit Account.
Administrative Staff in Attendance:
Steve Hitchcock, City Attorney FUND/DEPT. ACCOUNT CURRENT AMENDMENT AMENDED
1. Agenda ACCOUNT NO. NAME FUND BUDGET
A. Moved by Tina Talley seconded by Kathy Abdo to accept the agenda as presented. BALANCE
Motion Carried Unanimously. 101 General Fund
2. Minutes Expense
A. Res. # 22-054 Moved by William Wadsworth, seconded by Tina Talley for approval of the 101-445-934.401 Drain/Watersheds $15,500.00 $18,000.00 $33,500.00
Minutes from the Regular Meeting held on Monday, March 7, 2022, at 7:30 p.m.
Roll Call Vote: Ayes - Abdo, Barden, Talley, Wadsworth, Williams Abstain - Eva Webb Fund Balance Fund Balance $8,979,616.011 $(18,000) $8,979,598.011
Motion Carried Unanimously. 101-000-390.000
B. Res. # 22-055 Moved by Kathy Abdo, seconded by Tina Talley for approval of the Minutes from Motion Carried Unanimously
the Special Meeting - Study Session held on Monday, March 7, 2022, at 6:45 p.m. to discuss the 6. Clerk's Report - Ellen L. Craig-Bragg, Clerk
Quarterly Investment Report. Motion Carried Unanimously. A. Res. #22-048 Moved by Celeste Roscoe, seconded by Tina Talley to approve the Study Session
3. Petitioner - None request for Monday, March 7, 2022, at 6:45 p.m. to discuss the Quarterly Investment Report.
4. Chairperson's Report, John Barden, Mayor Pro-Tem Motion Carried Unanimously
Moved by Tina Talley, seconded by Virginia Williams to accept the Chairperson's Report. B. Res. #22-049 Moved by Celeste Roscoe, seconded by Tina Talley to amend the dates of the 2022
Motion Carried Unanimously. Citywide Spring Yard Sale to Thursday, May 19th, Friday May 20th, Saturday May 21st, and
5. Mayor's Report - Robert A. McCraight, Mayor - Please see Clerk's Office for complete copy of Sunday, May 22nd with rain dates of Thursday May 26th, Friday May 27th, Saturday May 28th, and
Minutes Sunday May 29th and amend the dates of the 2022 Citywide Fall Yard Sale to Thursday, September
6. Clerk's Report - Ellen L. Craig-Bragg, Clerk 22nd, Friday September 23rd, Saturday September 24th, and Sunday, September 25th with rain dates
A. Res. #22-056 Moved by William Wadsworth, seconded by Tina Talley to approve the Public of Thursday, September 29th, Friday September 30th, Saturday October 1st, and Sunday, October
Hearing Request for Monday, March 28, 2022, at 6:45 p.m. Motion Carried Unanimously. 2nd. Motion Carried Unanimously
B. Res. # 22-057 Moved by Tina Talley, seconded by Kathy Abdo to approve the Public Hearing For the Record, Councilperson Webb left the meeting due to illness at 8:29 p.m.
Request for Monday, March 28, 2022, at 7:00 p.m. Motion Carried Unanimously. Clerk Bragg announced the deadlines for the Wayne County tax foreclosure program and announced
7. Treasurer's Report - Stacy Paige, Treasurer - Please see Clerk's Office for complete copy of Minutes the Community Shred Day for the City of Romulus on May 14, 2022.
8. Public Comment - None 7. Treasurer's Report - Stacy Paige, Treasurer
9. Unfinished Business 8. Public Comment - Please see Clerk's Office for complete copy of the Minutes
10. New Business 9. Unfinished Business - Please see Clerk's Office for complete copy of the Minutes
11. Warrant 10. New Business - None
A. Res. # 22-058 Moved by Kathy Abdo, seconded by William Wadsworth for Approval 11. Warrant
of Warrant #: 22-5 for checks presented in the amount of $1,558,879.37. A. Res. #22-050 Moved by Kathy Abdo, seconded by Tina Talley to approve Warrant #: 22-4 for
Motion Carried Unanimously. checks presented in the amount of $1,360,063.22. Motion Carried Unanimously
12. Communication - Please see Clerk's Office for complete copy of Minutes 12. Communication - Please see Clerk's Office for complete copy of the Minutes
13. Adjournment 13. Adjournment
Moved by William Wadsworth, seconded by Tina Talley to adjourn the meeting at 8:02 p.m. Moved by Kathy Abdo, seconded by Virginia Williams to adjourn the Meeting at 8:51 p.m.
Motion Carried Unanimously. 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 March 14, 2022. copy of the minutes of the regular meeting of the Romulus City Council held on February 28, 2022.

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