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Sale of Wilcox Mill

site prompts protest

Don Howard attempting to rally residents and citizens to
Staff Writer reject plans to sell the historic mills and sur-
rounding land to private developers. The
Hines Park activist Bill Craig was a one- group has recently hosted town hall meet-
man demonstration outside the long vacant ings with Wayne County representatives to
Wilcox Mill last weekend. protest the loss of the public land and green
The mill, located in Plymouth Township, space. Craig claims a lease arrangement Hines Park activist Bill Craig protests outside Wilcox Mill in Plymouth Township last
was built by Henry Ford in 1922. It is one of would be much better for the public and weekend, demanding answers regarding the sale of the historic site.
two remaining historic mills in Edward taxpayers, the sale of the adjoining 11-acres and the 16,000 signatures which will be presented to
Hines Park that are now for sale by Wayne “You can lease the land and you can reason any potential developer would need county officials requesting that the group
County. The third facility, the Phoenix Mill, lease the building and you still have owner- the extra land. Craig said he worries that become part of the decision making process.
has already been sold to a developer. County ship of the land,” Craig said. the county is not sharing information and The group has a web site, www.
Executive Warren Evans actively endorses Craig said there is currently a deal pend- working with the Wayne County SaveHinesPark.com, and email address:
the land sales and has created a public rela- ing with potential buyer for Wilcox Mill. He Commission members, but rather dealing savehines park@gmail.com.
tions video, dubbed Mill Run Project. said the Save Hines Park members feel the directly with city and township elected offi- Craig reiterated the group motto, “Parks
Craig, a Livonia resident, was represent- preservation of the building is a good thing cials. are for people, not for politicians to peddle
ing the Save Hines Park group that is but question the motive of Wayne Country in The group has assembled a petition with for profits.”
2 face murder charges in shooting

Two men now face murder suspects fled the scene immedi- Police.
and robbery charges in the ately after the shooting, accord- Wayne County Prosecutor
death of a 26-year-old Inkster ing to police reports, and the vic- Kym Worthy has charged 17-
man last week, the fourth homi- tim, Marquis Hill, attempted to year-old Kerrion Antonio Pope
cide in the city this year. run from the scene but col- and 29-year-old Ajhaun Lynn
According to police reports of lapsed from his injuries. Davis each with one count of
the incident, the three men met Witnesses reported hearing felony murder, armed robbery
in the area of the housing apart- five shots during the altercation and two counts of felony
ments at Lehigh and Williams and police said it was unclear if firearm.
streets in Inkster at about 2:50 the men were shooting at each The two were arraigned
p.m. Monday, April 22. Earlier other or the suspects were Friday in the 22nd District Court
reports from police indicated shooting at Hill. State police in Inkster and given a $1 million
that the meeting could have called a K-9 unit to the area but cash bond by the judge. They
been a “marijuana deal.” During were unsuccessful in immedi- were remanded to police cus-
the meeting, an altercation ately locating the suspects. tody and taken to the Wayne
between the three took place Both suspects were later County Jail awaiting their next
Kerrion Antonio Pope and shots were fired. The two apprehended by Michigan State court appearance. Ajhaun Lynn Davis

(4) No fireworks shall be ignited or discharged within 70 feet of any building, or on any public street.
STATE OF MICHIGAN
COUNTY OF WAYNE (5) Minors shall be prohibited from possessing, using, igniting or discharging consumer fireworks.
CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF PLYMOUTH
(6) No person shall use consumer fireworks while under the influence of alcoholic liquor or a controlled substance or both.
FIREWORKS ORDINANCE #1016
Sec. E. Permit for pyrotechnic displays or other use.
AMENDMENT #24 (1) The township board, upon application in writing, on forms provided by the department may grant a permit for the use
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF PLYMOUTH REGULAT- of fireworks otherwise prohibited by section D, within the township, manufactured for outdoor pest control or agricultural purpos-
ING FIREWORKS; PROVIDING FOR DEFINITIONS; PROVIDING FOR EXEMPTIONS; PROVIDING FOR PERMIT es, or for public display by municipalities, fair associations, amusement parks, or other organizations or groups of individuals
OR REGISTRATION; PROVIDING FOR DISCHARGE OF NOVELTIES; PROVIDING FOR PYROTECHNIC DIS- approved by the township board, if the applicable provisions of this division and the Act are complied with. After a permit has been
PLAYS; PROVIDING FOR PERMIT FOR DISCHARGE OF CONSUMER FIREWORKS; PROVIDING FOR TRANS- granted, the possession or transportation of fireworks for the purposes described in the permit only may be made. A permit granted
PORTATION AND STORAGE; PROVIDING FOR TEMPORARY STRUCTURES; PROVIDING FOR PENALTY; PRO- under this subsection shall not be transferable, nor shall a permit be issued to a person under the age of 18 years.
VIDING FOR REPEAL; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION AND EFFECTIVE (2) Before a permit for articles pyrotechnic or display fireworks is issued, the person making application therefor shall fur-
DATE. nish proof of financial responsibility by a bond or insurance in an amount deemed necessary by the township board, to satisfy claims
for damages to property or personal injuries arising out of an act or omission on the part of the person, or any agent or employee
THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF PLYMOUTH ORDAINS: thereof, in the amount, character and form the township board determines necessary for the protection of the public.
Ordinance No. #1016, Amendment 24, the Fireworks Ordinance is hereby adopted to read as follows: (3) No permit shall be issued under this section to a nonresident person for conduct of articles pyrotechnic or display fire-
works until such person has appointed in writing a resident member of the bar of this state or a resident agent to be his legal repre-
SECTION I. TITLE. sentative upon whom all process in an action or proceeding against him may be served.
This Ordinance shall be known and may be cited as the “Fireworks Ordinance.” (4) The township board shall rule on the competency and qualifications of operators of articles pyrotechnic or display fire-
works as the operator has furnished in his application form, and on the time, place and safety aspects of the displays, before grant-
SECTION II. ORDINANCE. ing permits.
Sec. A. Definitions.
The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this division, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except Sec. F. Permit for discharge of consumer fireworks.
where the context clearly indicates a different meaning: (1) Persons wishing to discharge consumer fireworks on a day other than the day preceding, day of, or day after a national
holiday shall do so only after paying a fee and obtaining a permit from the township.
Act 256 shall mean Act 256 of the Public Acts of 2011, being MCL 28.451.
(2) Application for a permit to discharge consumer fireworks under this section shall be made on forms available from the
Articles pyrotechnic shall mean pyrotechnic devices for professional use that are similar to consumer fireworks in chemical com- township clerk.
position and construction, but are not intended for consumer use, that meet the weight limits for consumer fireworks, but are not
labeled as such, and that are classified as UN0431 or UN0432 under 49 CFR 172.101. (3) Approval of a permit to discharge consumer fireworks shall be subject to the following minimum conditions:
Consumer fireworks shall mean firework devices that are designed to provide visible effects by combustion, that are required to (i) A minimum radial setback of 70 foot per one inch of the largest aerial device proposed to be discharged from the pro-
comply with the construction chemical composition, and labeling regulations promulgated by the United States consumer product posed launch site to the nearest occupied structure.
safety commission under 16 CFR parts 1500 and 1507, and are listed in APA standard 87-1, 3.1.2, 3.1.3, or 3.5. Consumer fireworks (ii) Satisfactory inspection by the fire prevention division of the township fire department upon delivery of the consumer
do not include low-impact fireworks. fireworks to the proposed launch site.
Consumer fireworks certificate or certificate shall mean a certificate issued under Section 28.467a of Act 256. (iii) Written permission of the property owner, if different than the applicant, shall be provided.
Department shall mean the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs. (iv) Additional reasonable conditions the fire prevention division deems necessary to protect the public health, safety and
Display fireworks shall mean large fireworks devices that are explosive materials intended for use in fireworks displays and welfare.
designed to produce visible or audible effects by combustion, deflagration, or detonation, as provided in 27 CFR 555.11, 49 CFR (4) A permit under this section shall not be issued to a minor.
172, and APA standard 87-1, 4.1.
(5) A permit shall not be issued for any public property, including roads, road rights-of-way, or sidewalks.
Fireworks shall mean any composition or device, except for a starting pistol, a flare gun, or a flare designed for the purpose of pro-
ducing a visible or audible effect by combustion, deflagration, or detonation. Fireworks consist of consumer fireworks, low impact (6) The required inspection shall be requested by the applicant not later than 24 hours prior to the proposed discharge. For
fireworks, articles pyrotechnic, display fireworks, and special effects. a proposed discharge on a Saturday or Sunday, the request shall be made not later than 8:30 a.m. of the Thursday preceding the pro-
posed day of discharge.
Low-impact fireworks shall mean ground and handheld sparkling devices as that phrase is defined under APA standard 87-1, 3.1,
3.1.1.1 to 3.1.1.8, and 3.5. Sec. G. Transportation and storage.
Transportation and storage of fireworks through and in the township shall be in accordance with the requirements set forth in Act
Novelties shall mean the term defined under APA standard 87-1, 3.2, 3.2.1, 3.2.2, 3.2.3, 3.2.4, and 3.2.5 and all of the following: 256.
(1) Toy plastic or paper caps for toy pistols in sheets, strips, rolls, or individual caps containing not more than .25 of a grain Sec. H. Temporary Structures.
of explosive content per cap, in packages labeled to indicate the maximum explosive content per cap.
No person shall maintain a temporary structure without first having obtained a permit from the Building Department. The Township
(2) Toy pistols, toy cannons, toy canes, toy trick noisemakers, and toy guns in which toy caps as described in subparagraph Board may by resolution restrict the number of permits for a temporary structure, and set forth the terms under which a permit may
(i) are used, that are constructed so that the hand cannot come in contact with the cap when in place for the explosion, and that are be granted. This section shall not be construed to prohibit the temporary storage, transportation, or distribution of fireworks by a
not designed to break apart or be separated so as to form a missile by the explosion. consumer fireworks certificate holder at a retail location that is a permanent building or structure.
(3) Flitter sparklers in paper tubes not exceeding 1/8 inch in diameter.
Person shall include an individual, agent, association, charitable organization, company, limited liability company, corporation, SECTION III. VIOLATION AND PENALTY.
labor organization, legal representative, partnership, unincorporated association, or any other legal or commercial entity.
Special effects shall mean a combination of chemical elements or chemical compounds capable of burning independently of the Any person who violates or fails to comply with Section II.D(1) shall be responsible for a civil infraction punishable by a civil fine
oxygen of the atmosphere and designed and intended to produce an audible, visual, mechanical, or thermal effect as an integral part of $1,000.00. Any person who shall violate or fail to comply with any other provisions of this ordinance is responsible for a civil
of a motion picture, radio, television, theatrical, or opera production or live entertainment. infraction punishable by a civil fine not to exceed $500.00.
Temporary structure shall mean a movable structure that is used in the sale, display, storage, transportation, or distribution of con- SECTION IV. REPEAL.
sumer fireworks, including, but not limited to, a tent or a stand.
All Ordinances or parts of Ordinances in conflict with the provisions of this Ordinance, except as herein provided, are hereby
Sec. B. Exemptions. repealed only to the extent necessary to give this Ordinance full force and effect.
A permit is not required under this division for the possession, ignition or discharge of novelties or low-impact fireworks. A permit SECTION V. SEVERABILITY.
for the discharge of consumer fireworks may be required under section F.
If any section, subsection, clause, phrase or portion of this Ordinance is for any reason held invalid or unconstitutional by any court
Sec. C. Permit or registration required. of competent jurisdiction, such portion shall be deemed a separate, distinct and independent provision, and such holding shall not
(1) No person shall sell consumer fireworks in the township without having obtained a consumer fireworks certificate from affect the validity of the remaining portion thereof.
the department as required by, and complied with all the requirements of Act 256, as amended. The consumer fireworks certificate
shall be prominently displayed at the retail location for which the certificate was issued. SECTION VI. SAVINGS CLAUSE.
(2) No person shall sell low-impact fireworks without having registered with the low impact fireworks retail registry main-
tained by the department. The repeal or amendment herein shall not abrogate or affect any offense or act committed or done, or any penalty or forfeiture
incurred, or any pending litigation or prosecution of any right established or occurring prior to the effective date of this Ordinance.
SECTION VII. PUBLICATION.
Sec. D. Discharge or novelties, low-impact fireworks and consumer fireworks.
The Clerk for the Charter Township of Plymouth shall cause this Ordinance to be published in the manner required by law.
(1) Except in the case of a consumer permit issued by the township under section F, consumer fireworks shall not be ignit- SECTION VIII. EFFECTIVE DATE.
ed, discharged, or used by any person at any time, except on the following days after 11 a.m.:
Except for Section II.H, this Ordinance shall take full force and effect upon publication. Section II.H shall take effect on August 1,
(a) December 31 until 1 a.m. on January 1. 2019.
(b) The Saturday and Sunday immediately preceding Memorial Day until 11:45 p.m. on each of those days. CERTIFICATION
(c) June 29 to July 4 until 11:45 p.m. on each of those days. The foregoing Ordinance will have its first reading by the Township Board of Trustees of the Charter Township of
Plymouth at its regular meeting called and held on the 23rd day of April, 2019, and was ordered to be given publication in the man-
ner required by law.
(d) July 5, if that date is a Friday or Saturday, until 11:45 p.m.
_______________________________
Jerry Vorva
(e) The Saturday and Sunday immediately preceding Labor Day until 11:45 p.m. on each of those days. Clerk, Charter Township of Plymouth
(2) When permitted, consumer fireworks and low-impact fireworks shall not be ignited or discharged on public property,
school property, church property, or property of another person without that organization’s or person’s written permission to use Introduced:April 23, 2019
consumer fireworks and low-impact fireworks on the premises. Published: May 9, 2019
Adopted: May 7, 2019
(3) Low-impact fireworks shall not be ignited, discharged or used between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. Effective upon Publication