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CANTON

Non-partisan township ballot proposal discussed

Julie Brown noted he's a Democratic precinct ” Canton Township Treasurer
Staff Writer delegate while Supervisor Pat People select whatever Dian Slavens, who served in the
Williams seated to his left is a Michigan House of
Canton Board of Trustees Republican precinct delegate. they want to select. Representatives, added, “If it's
members agree they work togeth- The comments were prompted Why not just vote without labels? not broken, why fix it?” She said
er as Democrats and as the board members discussed she favors existing election prac-
Republicans, not always the case a Michigan Township Association tices.
elsewhere. (MTA) generated request to con- “To me it amounts to withhold- political debate beyond Canton. Trustee Steven Sneideman
Michael Siegrist, Canton sider nonpartisan township elec- ing information from the voters,” Canton trustees voted to not added, “They (voters) should
Township municipal clerk, noted tions. The MTA membership had responded Siegrist. support the MTA measure, with have more information. That's
at the April 23 board of trustees rejected that plan in 2012, said Williams and other board John Anthony and Williams in what transparency's all about,” of
meeting few such bipartisan Williams, with discussion of the members noted the rancor and opposition to the majority. his own vote.
township boards exist in issue now taking place in the lack of civility in state and nation- “People select whatever they Williams explained the
Michigan. Michigan Legislature. al political discussions. want to select. Why not just vote Michigan Townships Association
“I would argue we've done a “I have no problem with taking “It has to do with what makes without labels? I don't think is now taking the nonpartisan
pretty good job,” said Siegrist of elections to nonpartisan,” said sense for the community,” labels mean a whole hell of a lot,” election issue to individual town-
the board of Republicans and Williams. “Cities have been doing Williams said. “It's a mess, it's Anthony commented before the ships across the state to be made
Democrats working together. He it for decades.” embarrassing,” he added of much vote. an agenda/discussion item.
Canton to host annual ‘Culture Week’ events this month

Canton Township will once again ages are welcome to drop-in and create
focus a spotlight on arts and culture dur- ” some imposter art in this free make and
ing the 9th annual Canton Acts of The Canton Public Library will also take workshop. Visit www.cantonpl.org
Culture Week. This special week, pre- be hosting a variety of storytimes and programs for details.
sented by the Canton Commission for May 18: A free painting class at the
Culture, Arts and Heritage, will begin on during Canton Acts of Culture. Summit on the Park will begin 11:30 a.m.
Friday, May 10 and continue through All ages welcome. No experience
Saturday, May 18, at various community May 10: Acts of Fashion 2019, features JazzMasters Entertainment Group. required. Students will leave with a per-
locations. Some of the many goals of cul- a fashion-filled event that includes a Learn more at www.jazzmastersenter- sonal masterpiece created with an “April
ture week include: showcasing commu- fashion runway show and shopping tainment.com. Visit www.cantonvil- Showers Bring May Flowers” theme!
nity cultural resources and partner- experience, showcasing fashions from lagetheater.org for ticket information. Led by D&M Art Studio Instructors in
ships; celebrating diverse cultural offer- Metro-Detroit designers and boutiques, May 12-18: Canton Public Library the Summit gym. Space is limited. Pre-
ings; raising awareness of arts accessibil- while also including special performanc- presents a “Self-Guided Art Walk: Visit registration required online at
ity; instilling an appreciation of local arts es by local and national talent. A portion the library for a self-guided tour of 25 www.summitonthepark.org with Activity
organizations; and promoting the arts of the proceeds will benefit the works of art and creative pieces. Ask for Code #0518.201.
and heritage in and around the Canton Plymouth Canton Community Schools a map at the front desk. May 18: Plymouth-Canton Community
community. In celebration of the arts, a Educational Excellence Foundation. May 16-19: Spotlight Players Present Schools 10th annual K-12 Art Show will
variety of events will take place, includ- The event will begin at 7:30 p.m. The Odd Couple by Neil Simon. Hilarity take place from 11:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the
ing: Purchase tickets online at www.can- ensues as two very polar-opposite Plymouth High School cafeteria, 8400
May 7-13: Summit Spring Art tonvillagetheater.org or call (734) 394- friends, Oscar Madison and Felix Unger, Beck Road, Canton 48187. Stop in to
Exhibition will once again brighten the 5300. have to figure out how to reconcile their view more than 2,000 pieces of student
lobby of the Summit on the Park, located May 11: Party Like It's 1999 featuring a differences as the sloppy friend tries to artwork. Visit www.pccsk12.com for
at 46000 Summit Parkway in Canton. Phase 5 Prince Tribute Concert. The decide whether or not to let his fussy details.
More than 40 works of art will be on dis- Village Theater will celebrate the legacy friend stay and drive him crazy or throw The Canton Public Library will also
play and are available for purchase. The of singer, songwriter, and legendary him out to retain his sanity. This per- be hosting a variety of storytimes and
paintings were created by the students musician Prince with a tribute from formance will be in the Biltmore Studio. programs during Canton Acts of Culture.
and instructors of Canton Leisure Phase 5. visitors can enjoy Purple Rain- Visit cantonvillagetheater.org for per- Find the complete calendar of the Ninth
Services Enrichment Watercolor I, inspired drinks and snacks available for formance times and ticket information. annual Canton Acts of Culture Week
Watercolor II and Oil & Acrylics classes. purchase in the lobby. Visit cantonvil- May 16: Canton Public Library events online at www.cantonfun.org.
This exhibit is free and open to the pub- lagetheater.org for ticket information. Imposter Art Make And Take Workshop For more information, call (734) 394-
lic during normal Summit on the Park May 12: A concert featuring Chart- will be take place from 4-5:30 p.m. All 5360.
business hours. For additional informa- Topping Saxophonist, Marcus Anderson
tion, call (734) 394-5460 or visit www.sum- is planned beginning at 7 p.m. at the
mitonthepark.org. Village Theater. Concert presented by Charter Township of Canton Board Proceedings April 23, 2019 A regular meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Charter
Township of Canton was held Tuesday, April 23, 2019 at 1150 Canton Center S. Canton, Michigan. Supervisor Williams called
the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. for a special hearing. Special Hearing Motion by Siegrist, supported by Slavens to open the
appeals hearing to the denial of a 2019 license for Tarlochan Gill. Motion carried unanimously. Guru Chawla was appointed to
CITY OF ROMULUS represent Mr. Gill and spoke for five minutes in favor of the appeal. Deputy Police Chief Wilshire presented for five minutes on
the issues that resulted in the denial. The trustees each spoke about their concerns over the master driving record of Mr. Gill.
MINUTES OF REGULAR ROMULUS CITY COUNCIL MEETING Chawla spoke for five additional minutes in favor of the appeal. Motion by Siegrist, supported by Slavens to close the appeals
April 08, 2019 hearing to the denial of a 2019 license for Tarlochan Gill. Motion carried unanimously. Motion by Slavens, supported by Foster
Romulus City Hall Council Chambers, 11111 Wayne Rd. Romulus, MI 48174 to deny the appeal and uphold the Clerk’s denial of the 2019 license for Gill. Motion carried unanimously. The Supervisor led
the pledge of allegiance at 7:00 P.M. Members Present: Anthony, Foster, Graham-Hudak, Siegrist, Slavens, Sneideman, Williams
The meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m. by Mayor Pro Tem John Barden. Members Absent: None Staff Present: Director Hohenberger, Director Meier Adoption of Agenda Motion by Siegrist, support-
Pledge of Allegiance ed by Foster to approve the agenda as amended with Item G8 moved to Item G0. Motion carried unanimously. Approval of
Roll Call: John Barden, Celeste Roscoe, Tina Talley, William Wadsworth, Eva Webb, Virginia Williams. Minutes Motion by Siegrist, supported by Sneideman to approve the Board Meeting Minutes of April 9, 2019 as presented.
Excused: Kathy Abdo. Motion carried unanimously. Public Comment was held. Payment of the Bills: Motion by Slavens, supported by Sneideman to
Administrative Officials in Attendance: approve payment of the bills as presented. Motion carried unanimously. Consent Calendar: Item C-1. Appointment to the
LeRoy D. Burcroff, Mayor Historic District Commission Motion by Siegrist, supported by Sneideman to approve the Township Supervisor’s recommen-
Ellen L. Craig-Bragg, Clerk dation for appointment of Joan Lager to the Canton Historic District Commission for a three-year term effective through April
30, 2022. Motion carried unanimously. Item C-2. Consider the Second Reading of Code of Ordinance Amendments to Part
Stacy Paige, Treasurer I, Chapter 74 Entitled “Utilities”, Article II, Division 2, Subdivision II Entitled “Schedule of Rates and Charges”, Section
1. Moved by Talley, seconded by Roscoe to accept the agenda as presented. Motion Carried Unanimously. 74-83 and Section 74-84 Entitled “Water Billing; Water Meters” Motion by Siegrist, supported by Sneideman to remove from
19-095 2A. Moved by Wadsworth, seconded by Roscoe to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of the the table, adopt and publish the Second Reading of the Code of Ordinance, Part I, Chapter 74 Entitled “UTILITIES”, Article II,
Romulus City Council held on April 1, 2019. Motion Carried Unanimously. Division 2, Subdivision II entitled “SCHEDULE OF RATES AND CHARGES”, Section 74-83, and Section 74-84 Entitled
3. Petitioner “Water Billing; Water Meters” with a publication date of April 12, 2019 and effective date of May 1, 2019. Motion carried unan-
4. Chairperson’s Report imously. Item C-3. Consider Approval of a Metro-Act Permit for US Signal Motion by Siegrist, supported by Sneideman to
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Councilman Wadsworth announced the annual Animal Shelter Bowl-A-Thon will be held on May 10 . Reverend approve the Metro-Act Right-of-Way Telecommunications permit to US Signal and authorize the Township Clerk to sign the
Willis spoke about the Good Friday Walk that will be held on Friday, April 19, 2019. Curtis Hall and David Jones permit on behalf of Canton Township. Motion carried unanimously. Item C-4. Consider authorizing the Township Supervisor
to sign the Sanitary Sewer Service agreement between WTUA, Wayne County, and the City of Plymouth. Motion by
from St. John’s Lodge spoke about their annual Prayer Breakfast to be held on Saturday, April 13, 2019 at 9:00 Siegrist, supported by Sneideman to authorize the Township Supervisor to sign the sanitary sewer service agreement between
a.m. - Wayne Manor. WTUA, Wayne County, and the City of Plymouth. Motion carried unanimously. General Calendar: Item G-0 Consider
19-096 4A. Moved by Williams, seconded by Roscoe to adopt a memorial resolution for the family of Billie Approval of CDBG Housing Rehab Change Order Motion by Siegrist, supported by Slavens to waive the internal policy and
Charles. Motion Carried Unanimously. exceed the $25,000 per home threshold limit award the increase to the change order to the contract for a housing rehabilitation
19-097 4B. Moved by Wadsworth, seconded by Webb to grant a no-fee permit for the closing of Goddard Road at xxxx Fernwood to Stratton Home Improvement in the amount of $4,000. Motion carried unanimously. Item G-1. Consider
from the Historical Park to Wesleyan Church for the annual Good Friday Walk to be held on Friday, April 19, Approval of a Special Land Use for Alrig Multi-Tenant Building Motion by Siegrist, supported by Sneideman to approve the
2019 beginning at 11:00 a.m. Motion Carried Unanimously. following resolution. Motion carried unanimously. RESOLUTION OF BOARD OF TRUSTEES CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF
4. Moved by Roscoe, seconded by Talley to accept the Chairperson’s Report. Motion Carried Unanimously. CANTON, MICHIGAN Approval of the Special Land Use for a Multiple Tenant Commercial Building (Formerly
Hayden’s Restaurant) WHEREAS, the Project Sponsor has requested special land use approval for a multiple tenant building
5. Mayor’s Report that would incorporate general office, medical and dental clinics, training and education centers, standard bar/restaurant with
Mayor Burcroff gave a summary of the funding for the new court. A video of upcoming City events was pre- accessory pick-up window, specialty retail, business services and personal service establishments, and general retail uses on par-
sented by Mayor Burcroff. cel no. 049-99-0001-704, located at the southeast corner of Ford and Lotz Roads; and, WHEREAS, the Planning Commission
19-098 5A. Moved by Roscoe, seconded by Talley to concur with the administration and authorize a no-fee per- reviewed the request and applicable criteria and voted 6-0 to recommend approval, as the request meets a general criteria for a
mit for the use of Elmer Johnson Softball Field B and St. John’s Lodge Field by Summit Academy for their special land use approval in the Corporate Park Overlay District, the building and site can accommodate the proposed uses and
teams’ practice and home fields during their season beginning the week of April 9, 2019 through May, 2019 in renovation of the building and, updates to the site will bring the parcel into closer conformance within the design guidelines of
exchange for the donation of payment for repairs and updates to the fields. Motion Carried Unanimously. the district; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Board of Trustees of the Charter Township of Canton, Michigan does
19-099 5B. Moved by Talley, seconded by Roscoe to concur with the administration and authorize a no-fee per- hereby approve the request for a multi-tenant building which could include general office (6.08.D.1), medical and dental clinics
(6.08.D.2), training and education centers (6.08.D.11), standard bar/restaurant with accessory pick-up window (6.08.D.17),spe-
mit to the Horseshoe Club for the use of Elmer Johnson Park’s Horseshoe Pits every Wednesday evening from cialty retail, business services and personal service establishments (6.08.D.19) and general retail uses (6.08.D.20) on parcel no.
May 1, 2019 to September 30, 2019. Motion Carried Unanimously. 049-99-0001-704, subject to final site plan approval. Item G-2. Consider Approval of the Site Plan for Fire Station #2 Motion
19-100 5C. Moved by Wadsworth, seconded by Webb to concur with the administration and approve Change by Siegrist, supported by Sneideman to approve the following resolution. Motion carried unanimously. RESOLUTION OF
Order #1 to Bid Award ITB 18/19-19 (Resolution # 19-035) for all work outlined in Change Order #1 for BOARD OF TRUSTEES CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON, MICHIGAN Approval of the Site plan for Fire Station No.
California and Brandt Streets in the amount of $267,567.50 to Goretski Construction. Motion Carried 2 WHEREAS, the Project Sponsor, Canton Township, has requested site plan approval for a municipal building for a fire sta-
Unanimously. tion on the north side of Warren Road between Lilley and Haggerty Roads; and, WHEREAS, the Planning Commission reviewed
Clerk’s Report the request and voted to recommend approval; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Board of Trustees of the Charter
A business owner asked that Council vote no on 6A2. Township of Canton, Michigan does hereby approve the site plan for a municipal building for a fire station on tax parcel nos.
041-99-0003-000, 041-99-0006-000 and 041-99-0008-000, subject to all applicable local and state requirements. Item G-3.
19-101 6A1. Moved by Roscoe, seconded by Webb to approve second reading, final adoption of Budget Consider Approval for Change Order to Complete Independence Park Sidewalk Gap with Rotondo Construction
Amendment 18/19-23, Property and Liability Claims Expense, which was introduced at the Council meeting of Corporation Motion by Siegrist, supported by Slavens to approve a change order contract with Rotondo Construction
April 1, 2019. Motion Carried Unanimously. Corporation for the Independence Park sidewalk gap in the amount of $144,030.43; and further authorize the contractor to pull
19-102 6A2. Moved by Webb, seconded by Wadsworth to approve the introduction/first reading of an ordinance the permit with WCDPS on behalf of Canton Township. Motion carried unanimously. Item G-4. Consider Award of a Contract
to amend Chapter 30, Licensing, Article II, General Business Registration, Section 30-21 to include Services and for Professional Design and Engineering Services to Wade Trim Associates, Inc. for Improvements at Administration
Isolated Sale of Services. Roll Call Vote: Ayes – Barden, Roscoe, Talley, Wadsworth, Webb. Nays – Williams. Complex Heritage Park – Paving and Design Motion by Siegrist, supported by Slavens to award a contract and purchase order
Motion Carried. for engineering consulting services for the Administration Complex Heritage Park – Paving & Design, to Wade Trim &
19-103 6A3. Moved by Wadsworth, seconded by Webb to schedule a study session with City Clerk, Ellen Associates, Inc. in an amount of $43,500 plus a 10% contingency of $4,350 for a not-to exceed amount of $47,850. Motion car-
ried unanimously. Item G-5. Consider Approval and Award of a Purchase Order Contract to DPR Architects for
Craig-Bragg, on Monday, May 13, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. to discuss the City Controlled Substance Ordinance. Architectural and Engineering Services for Public Works Storage Facility Expansion Motion by Siegrist, supported by
Motion Carried Unanimously. Slavens to award a purchase order contract to DPR Architects in an amount of $35,500, plus a 10% contingency of $3,550 for a
19-104 6A3 (a). Moved by Wadsworth, seconded by Roscoe to recognize the Chamber of Commerce 34 th total not-to-exceed amount of $39,050. Motion carried unanimously. Item G-6. Consider Purchase of Three (3) Mowers for
Person of the Year, Robert McCraight. Ayes – Barden, Roscoe, Talley, Wadsworth, Webb, Williams. Nays – the Parks Division Motion by Siegrist, supported by Slavens to authorize the purchase of (3) SCAG Turf Tiger II zero-turn rid-
None. Motion Carried Unanimously. ing mowers in the amount of $37,188 from Wayne Lawn & Garden, 39915 Michigan Ave, Canton, MI 48188 with funds com-
6B. Treasurer’s Report ing from Budget Account 101-752-50.970_0030 Capital Outlay Machinery and Equipment. Motion carried unanimously. Item
7. Public Comment G-7. First Reading of an Ordinance to Amend Chapter 46, Article II of the Canton Township Code of Ordinances,
A resident informed that Jeffery Straight, owner of Expert Auto, passed away. A resident spoke about an article Entitled “Offenses Against The Person,” Section 46-31, “Assault and Battery” to Increase the Maximum Punishment to
93 Days in Jail. Motion by Siegrist, supported by Slavens to introduce for first reading an ordinance which amends Chapter 46
that was published in the Belleville Independent Newspaper regarding the city and court. of the Canton Township Code of Ordinances, Article II, Section 46-13 entitled “Assault and battery; domestic assault and bat-
8. Unfinished Business tery.” Motion carried unanimously. Motion by Siegrist, supported by Sneideman to table for consideration the proposed text
9. New Business amendment to Chapter 46 of the Canton Code of Ordinances and schedule a second reading for May 14, 2019. Motion carried
10. Communication unanimously. Item G-9. Consider Request of Michigan Townships Association (MTA) to Discuss and Consider a Proposal
19-105 10A. Moved by Talley, seconded by Webb to recognize Joan and Larry Carlton, Sr. on their 50 th wed- to Make Township Elections Nonpartisan Motion by Siegrist, supported by Sneideman to oppose a proposal to make Township
ding anniversary. Motion Carried Unanimously. elections nonpartisan. Motion carried by a vote of 5-2. Aye: Foster, Graham-Hudak, Siegrist, Slavens, Sneideman No: Anthony,
19-106 10B. Moved by Webb, seconded by Wadsworth to recognize First Baptist Church on the church’s 92 nd Williams Item G-10. Consider Approval of Budget Amendment for Cable Television Production Assistant Upgrade and
anniversary. Motion Carried Unanimously. Factor Analysis Motion by Siegrist, supported by Anthony to make the following budget amendments. Motion carried unani-
mously. Increase Salaries and Wages Full Rime 230-250.703_0010 $7,500 Increase Various Fringes 230-250.724 $1,500
19-107 10C. Moved by Wadsworth, seconded by Roscoe to adopt a memorial resolution for the family of Decrease Transfer to Fund Balance 230-250.999 $9,000 Additional Public Comment: None Other: Siegrist reported the Board of
Jeffery Straight. Motion Carried Unanimously. Trustees is accepting applications for the Ethics Committee until April 26, 2019. The Ethics Subcommittee is needed to review
19-108 11. Moved by Roscoe, seconded by Talley to pay Warrant 19-07 in the amount of $1,540,329.47. Motion the applications. Foster reminded residents the HOA letter of interest for local road repair is due by April 30, 2019 at 4:30 p.m.
Carried Unanimously. and more information is on Canton Township website www.canton-mi.org. Adjourn: Motion by Siegrist, supported by Slavens
12. Moved by Wadsworth, seconded by Roscoe to adjourn the regular meeting of the Romulus City Council at to adjourn at 8:12 p.m. Motion carried unanimously. Michael A. Siegrist, Clerk Pat Williams, Supervisor
9:00 p.m. Motion Carried Unanimously. Copies of the complete text of the Board Minutes are available at the Clerk’s office of the Charter Township of Canton, 1150
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