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Inkster man facing murder charge in stabbing death

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An Inkster man is facing first- by the Inkster Police
degree murder charges in the Barnes was charged May 28 Department led to the arrest of
stabbing death of a man and the the defendant on May 15. The
victim's dog. with one count of warrant request was submitted
Wayne County Prosecutor to the Wayne County
Kym Worthy has charged Jason premeditated first-degree murder Prosecutor's Office in late May.
Edward Barnes, 47, of Inkster, in Barnes was charged May 28
connection with the fatal stab- block of Annapolis Circle in tim deceased. with one count of premeditated
bing of Carles Randall Tye, 60, response to a reported stabbing. In court charges, it is alleged first-degree murder. He was
also of Inkster. Upon their arrival, officers locat- that Barnes stabbed the victim, arraigned June 1 in 22nd
According to the prosecutor, ed the victim in the kitchen with fatally injuring him. It is also District Court and remanded to
Inkster police officers were dis- a kitchen knife in his upper left alleged that the defendant jail where he remains incarcer-
patched at about 9:17 p.m. May abdomen. Medics arrived on stabbed the victim's dog before ated, according to official
14 to a residence in the 30050 scene and pronounced the vic- fleeing the scene. Investigation reports.
County jail millage to be MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ROMULUS CITY COUNCIL MEETING

April 25, 2022
Romulus City Hall Council Chambers, 11111 Wayne Rd, Romulus, MI 48174
on August primary ballot The meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m. by Mayor Pro-Tem John Barden

Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Wayne County Commissioners have Detroit. The new jail is expected to be Present: John Barden, Celeste Roscoe, Tina Talley, William Wadsworth, Eva Webb,
approved placing a millage renewal completed by the end of this year and Virginia Williams
request for county jail operations on the begin accepting inmates in 2023. Absent / Excused: Kathy Abdo
Aug. 2 primary ballot. The millage language on the ballot as Administrative Officials in Attendance:
Robert McCraight, Mayor
Voters will be asked to renew .9358 Proposition J JAIL MILLAGE RENEWAL Ellen L. Craig-Bragg, Clerk
mills for 10 years, expiring at the end of will be “To renew the millage authorized Stacy Paige, Treasurer
2031. The millage rate is based on the cur- in 2012, shall Wayne County be authorized Administrative Staff in Attendance:
rent rate, which was rolled back in 2021. If to continue to levy this millage at the 2021 D'Sjonaun Hockenhull - Deputy Clerk; Julie Wojtylko - Chief of Staff; Stephen Hitchcock -
approved by voters, the millage is expect- rollback rate of .9358 mills (about 94 cents City Attorney; Roberto Scappaticci - DPW Director; Merrie Druyor - TIFA/DDA Director;
Collen Dumas - Recreation Director; Derran Shelby - Deputy Police Chief; Mike Laskaska -
ed to generate about $45 million annually per thousand dollars of taxable valuation) Director of Communications & Community Service; Roger Kadau - Co-Director of Cable
for jail operations, with a minimum one- for ten more years (2022 through 2031) for
tenth of the millage to be set aside for a any of the following previously authorized 1. Agenda
new juvenile offender work and training uses: To acquire, construct, and/or oper- A. Moved by Tina Talley, seconded by Eva Webb to accept the agenda as presented.
Motion Carried Unanimously
institution. ate jail, misdemeanant, or juvenile incar- 2. Minutes
The millage translates to roughly $70 a ceration or detention facilities, and for A. Res. #22-094 Moved by William Wadsworth, seconded by Tina Talley to approve the Minutes from
year for those living in homes valued at adult penalty options such as work B. the Regular Meeting held on Monday, April 11, 2022, at 7:30 p.m. Motion Carried Unanimously
Res. #22-095 Moved by William Wadsworth, seconded by Celeste Roscoe to approve the Minutes
$150,000, according to county officials. release, home detention and community from the Special Meeting - Study Session held on Monday, April 11, 2022, at 6:00 p.m. for the City of
“These funds are especially needed to restitution; with at least one-tenth of the Romulus 2022/23 FY Preliminary Budget presentation. Motion Carried Unanimously
help in the operation of our jails and sher- millage used to acquire, build and operate 3. Petitioner - NONE
4. Chairperson's Report, John Barden, Mayor Pro-Tem
iff's department,” said Wayne County a juvenile offender work/training institu- By the consent of Chairman Barden, Jan Lemmons addressed the residents regarding enforcement of
Commission Chair Alisha Bell (D-Detroit). tion? This renewal is estimated to gener- the Cemetery Rules & Regulations and removal of prohibited items in the Romulus Cemetery.
“This is a renewal, not a new millage.” ate approximately $45,074,507 in property A. Chairman Barden announced upcoming City events.
Moved by Celeste Roscoe, seconded by Tina Talley to accept the Chairperson's Report.
The millage funds will be used to tax revenue in 2022.” Motion Carried Unanimously
finance operations at the county new jail, Voters will be asked to vote yes or no on 5. Mayor's Report - Robert A. McCraight, Mayor
at I-75 and Warren on the east side of the question. A. Res. #22-096 Moved by Eva Webb, seconded by Tina Talley to concur with the Administration and
adopt the resolution authorizing the Mayor and Clerk to enter into the Inter-Governmental Agreement
with Wayne County for the 2021 Justice Assistant Grant funding program award to the City of
Romulus and accept monies from Wayne in the amount of $14,494.32. Motion Carried Unanimously
B. Res. #22-097 Moved by William Wadsworth, seconded by Celeste Roscoe to concur with the
Administration and authorize a no-fee permit for James Young, resident little league coach, to use the
To subscribe to St. John's Baseball/Softball Fields on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays through June 13, 2022,
The Eagle visit www.associatednewspapers.net. C. from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Motion Carried Unanimously
Res. #22-098 Moved by Celeste Roscoe, seconded by William Wadsworth to concur with the
Administration and authorize a no-fee permit for all Pumpkin Festival and Parade of Lights activities
during the Pumpkin Festival weekend of September 16-September 18, 2022.
Motion Carried Unanimously
Res. #22-099 Moved by Celeste Roscoe, seconded by Tina Talley to concur with the Administration
and authorize the closure of Goddard Road beginning at Grover Street, ending at 5 Points beginning
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ROMULUS CITY COUNCIL MEETING at 8:00 p.m. on Friday, September 16, 2022, re-opening at 10:00 p.m. Friday, September 16, 2022, for
May 2, 2022 the Rotary Parade of Lights. Motion Carried Unanimously
Romulus City Hall Council Chambers, 11111 Wayne Rd, Romulus, MI 48174 Res. #22-100 Moved by William Wadsworth, seconded by Tina Talley to concur with the
Administration and authorize the closure of Goddard Road beginning at Moore Street ending at the
railroad tracks beginning at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 17, 2022, re-opening at 7:00 p.m.
The meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m. by Mayor Pro-Tem John Barden. Saturday, September 17, 2022, for the Pumpkin Festival Car Show. Motion Carried Unanimously
Pledge of Allegiance Res. #22-101 Moved by Eva Webb, seconded by Tina Talley to concur with the Administration and
Roll Call authorize the closure of Hunt Street between Goddard Road and Bibbins Street beginning at 12:00 p.m.
Present: John Barden, Celeste Roscoe, Tina Talley, William Wadsworth, Eva Webb, Virginia on Friday, September 16, 2022, and ending on Sunday, September 18, 2022, at 8:00 p.m. This closure
Williams will be for the food vendors and the Unity Celebration. Motion Carried Unanimously
Absent / Excused: Kathy Abdo Res. #22-102 Moved by Celeste Roscoe, seconded by William Wadsworth to concur with the
Administrative Officials in Attendance: Administration and authorize the closure of Goddard Road between Shook and Romaine Streets
Robert McCraight, Mayor beginning at 8:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 17, 2022 and ending at 6:00 p.m. This closure will be
Ellen L. Craig-Bragg, Clerk for the Vendor Show and the Family Fun Zone. Motion Carried Unanimously
Stacy Paige, Treasurer D. Res. #22-103 Moved by Eva Webb, seconded by Tina Talley to concur with the Administration and
Administrative Staff in Attendance: authorize no-fee permits for use of the Historical Park and pavilion along with the closure of Hunt
D'Sjonaun Hockenhull - Deputy Clerk; Stephen Hitchcock - City Attorney; Julie Wojtylko - Chief of Street Between Goddard and Bibbins Street beginning at 8:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 23, 2022, and
Staff; Carol Maise - City Planner; Roberto Scappaticci - DPW Director; Stephen Dudek - Technology ending at 11:00 p.m. that evening for the inaugural Rumble in Romulus in Romulus "Bike Night"
Services Director; Maria Farris - Finance Director; Kevin Krause - Director of Fire & Emergency event. Motion Carried Unanimously
Services E. Res. #22-104 Moved by Tina Talley, seconded by Celeste Roscoe to concur with the Administration
1. Agenda and approve the appointment of Suzy Francoeur to the Tax Increment Finance Authority (TIFA) Board
A. Moved by Tina Talley, seconded by Celeste Roscoe to accept the agenda as presented. with terms to expire on November 30, 2023. Motion Carried Unanimously
Motion Carried Unanimously F. Res. #22-105 Moved by Tina Talley, seconded by Celeste Roscoe to concur with the Administration
2. Minutes and authorize the DPW to dispose of the listed vehicles through Martin Towing, with a disposal fee of
A. Res. #22-113 Moved by William Wadsworth, seconded by Tina Talley to approve the Minutes $50.00 per vehicle with all other proceeds deposited into the appropriate City fund.
from the Regular Meeting held on Monday, April 25, 2022, at 7:30 p.m. Motion Carried Unanimously
Motion Carried Unanimously G. Res. #22-106 Moved by Celeste Roscoe, seconded by William Wadsworth to concur with the
B. Res. #22-114 Moved by Eva Webb, seconded by Celeste Roscoe to approve the Minutes from the Administration and authorize the Mayor and Clerk to enter into the construction inspection MDOT tri-
Special Meeting - Study Sessions held on Monday, April 25, 2022, at 6:00 p.m. to discuss the party agreement with ROWE Engineering for Beverly Road Phase III (Merriman Road East 1500 Feet)
Romulus Public Participation Plan as part of the Redevelopment Ready Process; and at 6:30 p.m. to project. The agreement proposal outlines a construction service plan with a cost of $198,001.03 with
discuss the new legislative maps and its impact to voters. Motion Carried Unanimously 80% of the cost to be paid by the State of Michigan. Motion Carried Unanimously
3. Petitioner - NONE H. Res. #22-107 Moved by Tina Talley, seconded by Celeste Roscoe to concur with the Administration
4. Chairperson's Report, John Barden, Mayor Pro-Tem and authorize the Mayor and Clerk to enter into a professional engineering services agreement with
Res. #22-115 Moved by Tina Talley, seconded by Virginia Williams to adopt a resolution in OHM to conduct construction services related to the Homefield Water Main Project in the amount of
recognition of the 95th anniversary of First Baptist Church of Romulus. $55,500.00. Motion Carried Unanimously
Motion Carried Unanimously I. Res. #22-108 Moved by Tina Talley, seconded by Eva Webb to concur with the Administration and
Councilperson Talley read the winning letters of the "Why I Love the City of Romulus" Contest and award ITB 21/22-15 to the lowest, most responsive, responsible bidder, Bidigare Contractors, Inc. for
presented a gift basket to one of the contest winners. the replacement of the existing water main on Homefield Street for the City of Romulus, Department
A. Moved by Celeste Roscoe, seconded by Tina Talley to accept the Chairperson's Report. of Public Works in the amount of $386,027.00 with a 10% contingency, in the amount of $38,602.70
Motion Carried Unanimously to cover the costs of any unforeseen construction-related charges. Motion Carried Unanimously
5. Mayor's Report - Robert A. McCraight, Mayor J. Res. #22-109 Moved by William Wadsworth, seconded by Tina Talley to concur with the
The Mayor read and presented a proclamation to the Romulus High Schools Boys Varsity Basketball Administration and introduce budget amendment 21/22-12 to fund unforeseen expenditures in fuel and
Team for winning the district championship. repair accounts.
A. Moved by Celeste Roscoe, seconded by Tina Talley to concur with the administration and authorize FUND/DEPT. ACCOUNT CURRENT AMENDMENT AMENDED
the Mayor and Clerk to enter into the Michigan homeowner Assistance Fund Michigan State ACCOUNT NO. NAME FUND BUDGET BALANCE
Housing Development Authority Provider Participation Agreement to become one of the 661 Motor Vehicle
communities within Wayne County. Motion Carried Unanimously Fund Balance
6. Clerk's Report - Ellen L. Craig-Bragg, Clerk 661-000-395.000 Retained Earnings $1,543,496.00 ($100,000) $1,443,496.00
Res. #22-117 Moved by William Wadsworth, seconded by Virginia Williams to adopt a resolution Expenses
in recognition of Carole Bales as the Greater Romulus Chamber of Commerce 2022 Person of the 661-258-870.000 Gas & Oil $215,00.00 $90,000.00 $305,000.00
Year. Motion Carried Unanimously 661-258-933.100 Equip. Maint. $85,000.00 $10,000.00 $95,000.00
A. Res. #22-118 Moved by Celeste Roscoe, seconded by Tina Talley to concur with the Outsource $400,000.00
recommendation of the Planning Commission and approve the introduction and first reading of Motion Carried Unanimously
TA-2022-001; a proposed text amendment to Section 4.01, Statement of Purpose; Section 6.03, K. Res. #22-110 Moved by Tina Talley, seconded by William Wadsworth to concur with the
Requirements Applicable to Specific Uses; Section 11.01, Residential; Sections 24.05, 24.14, 24.14a, Administration and authorize the Mayor and Clerk to enter into the Lease Agreement with Wayne
24.19, and 24.20, Definitions of the Zoning Ordinance. Motion Carried Unanimously Metropolitan Action Agency, for the lease of 10,000 sq. ft. of space located at 11131 S. Wayne Road,
B. Res. #22-119 Moved by William Wadsworth, seconded by Tina Talley to change the purpose of on the western portion of the former 34th District Court building from May 1, 2022, through April 30,
the May 9, 2022 Study Session, approved on April 11, 2022, to be a presentation regarding the 2023. Roll Call Vote: Ayes - Barden, Roscoe, Talley, Wadsworth, Webb Nays - Williams
Redevelopment Ready Community Boards & Commissions Component Orientation and Training Motion Carried
Strategy. Motion Carried Unanimously 6. Clerk's Report - Ellen L. Craig-Bragg, Clerk
C. Res. #22-120 Moved by Virginia Williams, seconded by Celeste Roscoe to approve the Study A. Res. #22-111 Moved by Celeste Roscoe, seconded by Tina Talley to approve the Second Reading &
Session Request for May 23, 2022, at 6:45 p.m. to provide a short presentation regarding the Final Adoption of Budget Amendment 21/22-11 in the amount of $219,035.00 to close out Beverly
Brownfield Plan Proposal. Motion Carried Unanimously Road Special Assessment District fund debts. Motion Carried Unanimously
D. Res. #22-121 Moved by Eva Webb, seconded by William Wadsworth to approve the Second 7. Treasurer's Report - Stacy Paige, Treasurer
Reading & Final Adoption of Budget Amendment 21/22-12 in the amount of $100,000.00 to fund 8. Public Comment - Please see the Clerk's Office for complete copy of Minutes
unforeseen expenditures in fuel and repair accounts. Motion Carried Unanimously A member of the public addressed City Council and the Administration.
7. Treasurer's Report - Stacy Paige, Treasurer 9. Unfinished Business - Please see the Clerk's Office for complete copy of Minutes
8. Public Comment - Please see the Clerk's Office for complete copy of Minutes 10. New Business
A written/emailed public comment was read into the record. 11. Warrant
A member of the public addressed the City Council. A. Res. #22-112 Moved by Celeste Roscoe, seconded by Tina Talley to approve the Approval of Warrant
9. Unfinished Business - NONE #:22-8 for checks presented in the amount of $1,442,943.34. Motion Carried Unanimously
10. New Business - NONE 12. Communication - Please see the Clerk's Office for complete copy of Minutes
11. Communication - Please see the Clerk's Office for complete copy of Minutes 13. Adjournment
12. Adjournment Moved by William Wadsworth, seconded by Tina Talley to adjourn the meeting at 8:51 p.m.
Moved by Virginia Williams, seconded by Celeste Roscoe to adjourn the meeting at 8:45 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
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 May 2, 2022. be a true copy of the minutes of the regular meeting of the Romulus City Council held on April 25,
2022.

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