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Court detailed numerous cost-saving items
which were not included in the numbers.
“That is not reliable information,” she
FROM PAGE 1 said.
Camiller explained that the numbers
that both were informed that a merger and totals were simply examples and not
with the Romulus Court was now “off the intended as the final calculations.
table,” as was any further negotiation with “Any such agreement is still the object
the 18th District Court in Westland, where of negotiation,” he said. He reminded the
judges have consistently rejected merger members of the council that the Romulus
overtures from Wayne for more than a court wanted to assume the workload but
decade. did not want another judge. Officials com-
In discussing any potential merger with mented that preliminary talks with
the Inkster court, Rhaesa, along with sev- Westland had included adding a judge to
eral members of the council, questioned that court which currently has two full-
the rumored state regulation which time judges and a magistrate.
requires any merger of district courts be O'Leary explained that the courts were
in contiguous communities. O'Leary said now using zoom and other methods for
she had not done any research personally many court procedures and that this is “We should consider the people here, sion for them, as well as Wayne.
on the question but offered suggestions as also a cost savings measure, both for the citizens having to drive along with police Rhaesa asked O'Leary if she could have
to court authorities and agencies the city courts and for the respective police transporting (prisoners). There is no rea- the report at the next meeting of the coun-
could ask in writing for any such ruling. departments. She suggested that perhaps, son we can't go back and speak with cil at the end of the month. O'Leary agreed
City Manager Lisa Nocerini said that she in light of these new procedures, the opin- them,” he said of the suggestion to again and said that current court administrator
had attempted to research the law, but ions about a merger with the Westland or approach the neighboring courts. Linda Gable would be able to work on
could not find any determining statute Romulus courts may have changed. O'Leary said that she would attempt to compiling the data.
which would require the communities to Camiller agreed noting that COVID contact the judges in the two communities In closing, O'Leary reminded the mem-
be contiguous. may have changed the opinions and prac- to see if any discussion would be of inter- bers of the council of the number of meas-
O'Leary explained that the merging of tices of court. est. She suggested such a conversation ures that have already been taken at the
courts would need some legislative action Mayor Pro tem Tom Porter noted that would be far more productive if she had court to control expenses including the
at the state level as it would create a new while both Wayne and Romulus officials accurate case-load and financial data scheduling of police officers on their regu-
voting base for election of judges. O'Leary were willing to consider a merger and from the courts to analyze costs and bene- lar shifts so as not to incur overtime costs.
reiterated her concern with the financial both rejected the proposal, council should fits in an effort to show officials that the “Other courts may not take many of
information presented to the council and take another look at the issue. merger could be a sound financial deci- these things into consideration,” she said.
Suspect facing multiple charges in mall shooting

A Detroit man is facing 15 officers, as well as officers from ly outside of the store were hit not a random act of violence
criminal charges in connection other law enforcement agen- with glass shards, according to and that the parties involved
with a non-fatal shooting report- cies, responded to a call about police reports. had interactions prior to the
ed at Westland Mall July 9. shots fired inside Westland Mall. The defendant fled the scene confrontation at the mall. Police
According to the office of Witnesses told officers the on foot and police officers have requested anyone with
Wayne County Prosecutor Kym shooter met with some acquain- searched the mall in an attempt information about the incident
Worthy, Gregory Travis Jones, tances while in a store in the to immediately locate him, contact the detective bureau at
24, is facing charges including mall. police said. (734) 467-7914.
two counts of assault with intent A subsequent discussion An investigation by Westland Jones was arraigned July 13
to murder, two counts of assault among the group escalated into police officers and the U.S. in 18th District Court and
with intent to do great bodily an argument and the defendant Marshal Fugitive Apprehension received a $1 million cash or
harm, two counts of felonious drew a weapon and initially Team located the defendant and surety bond from Judge Mark
assault, discharge of a firearm fired it into the air and then placed him under arrest July 13. McConnell. Should he post
in a building, carrying a con- fired the weapon toward the Westland investigators are con- bond, he will be required to
cealed weapon and seven fleeing acquaintances, accord- tinuing the investigation and wear a GPS tether and remain
counts of felony firearm. ing to investigator's reports. attempting to identify the other in his home.
The charges stem from an The bullets struck and shat- individuals pictured in surveil- The Probable Cause
incident reported at 5:38 p.m. tered the store display window lance video of the incident. Conference in the case is sched-
July 9 when Westland police and two bystanders immediate- Police said that the incident was uled for July 23. Gregory Travis Jones
Nominations sought for AARP senior service awards

Active seniors in the area are due for they've learned in life to make a difference and inspired other volunteers. The award Couples or partners who perform service
some honors from AARP (American in the lives around them,” said AARP recipient will be announced in early fall. together are also eligible; however, teams
Association of Retired People) Michigan. Michigan State Director Paula D. AARP Michigan Andrus Award for are not eligible.
The group is now accepting nominations Cunningham. Community Service nominees must be 50 Officials said that this is not a posthu-
for the 2020 Michigan Andrus Award for Nomination deadline is Sept. 15 and years or older and the achievements, mous award. For more information or ques-
Community Service, which honors 50-and- Nomination forms are available at accomplishments, or service on which the tions about eligibility and award rules, visit
older Michiganders who are sharing their www.aarp.org/AndrusAward. nomination is based must have been per- aarp.org/mi, email MIAARP@aarp.org, or
experience, talent, and skills to enrich the Nominations will be evaluated by AARP formed on a volunteer basis, without pay. call AARP Michigan at 1-866-227-7448.
lives of their community members. Michigan volunteers based on the ways the
“AARP Michigan is excited to shine a nominee's work has improved the communi- To subscribe to The Eagle email circulation@journalgroup.com.
light on volunteers who are using what ty, supported the AARP vision and mission,

Classified NOTICE OF ELECTION
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August 4, 2020 Primary Election
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PUBLIC NOTICE fiscal year appropriation for parks? This renewal is projected to generate $10,871,753 in 2021.
City of Romulus YES [ ] NO [ ]
Public Accuracy Test
To the qualified electors of the City of Romulus, Wayne County, and State of Michigan: Full text of the ballot proposal may be obtained at the Romulus City Clerk's Office, 11111 Wayne
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Public Accuracy Test for the electronic equipment that will Road, Romulus, MI 48174, or by calling (734) 942-7540.
be used in Precincts 1-12 for the August 4, 2020 All electors who are registered with the City of Romulus Clerk are eligible to vote at this election.
Primary Election is scheduled for To comply with the Help America Vote Act (HAVA), voting instructions will be available on audio
Wednesday, July 29, 2020 at 1:30 p.m. in the Romulus City Hall Community Room (lower tape and in Braille. Arrangements for obtaining the instructions in these alternative formats can be
level) 11111 Wayne Road, Romulus, MI. made by contacting the Romulus Clerk in advance of the election. All polling locations are acces-
The Public Accuracy Test is conducted to demonstrate that the computer programming used to tab- sible for voters with disabilities.
ulate the votes cast at the election meets the requirements of Michigan Election Law. 1, 7 & 10 Romulus Middle School, 37300 Wick Road
(MCL 168.798(1) 2 & 4 Halecreek Elementary School, 16200 Harrison Road
THIS IS AN OPEN MEETING 3, 8, & 9 Romulus Elementary School, 32200 Beverly Road
This notice is posted in compliance with PA 267 of 1976 as amended (Open Meetings Act), 5 Romulus Senior Center, 36525 Bibbins Street
MCLA 41.72a (2) (3) and the Americans with Disabilities Act. (ADA). 6 West Village Estates, 7040 Shawnee Drive
Individuals with disabilities requiring aids or services should contact the City of Romulus Clerk's 11 Barth Elementary School, 38207 Barth Road
Office by writing or calling the following: 12 Romulus Athletic Center, 35765 Northline Road
Ellen L. Craig-Bragg, Clerk, 11111 Wayne Road, Romulus, MI 48174, 734-942-7540. (All located in Romulus, MI)
Absentee ballots are available for all elections; registered voters may contact the local clerk to
A copy of this notice is on file in the Office of the City Clerk. obtain an application for an absentee voter ballot.
Ellen L. Craig-Bragg, City of Romulus Clerk
11111 Wayne Road, Romulus, MI 48174
Ellen L. Craig-Bragg, City Clerk 734-942-7540
Publish: 07-23-2020 RM0512 - 072320 2.5 x 3.521 Publish: 07-23-2020 RM0513 - 072320 2.5 x 7.972