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Wayne OK's sale of recreational marijuana in city

The second and final reading body, for or against. This is an ” spend money in other cities. “We
of the recreational marijuana injustice to the residents of the We're not hearing from anybody, need to erase the stigma that
ordinance in Wayne was city,” Skiff said. “We have not marijuana is bad-marijuana is
approved by a 5-2 vote of the city heard enough from the public.” for or against. This is an injustice good for people,” he said.
council members last week. Mayor John Rhaesa strongly to the residents of the city, “People live in Wayne, they want
Facilities in the city can now disagreed with Skiff and said that to spend their dollars in Wayne.”
legally sell marijuana for recre- a recent issue with the planning An opponent of the recre-
ational use. Medical marijuana commission brought multiple he said referring to the Zoom motion to postpone the question ational sales, Kim White Jenkins
facilities have been open in comments and “people heard video participants. “That's about which was only supported by told the council she felt it was
Wayne for some time. and responded.” He said that the what we'd have at a regular meet- council members Jeremiah risking branding the city as
The approval did not come issue was on various Facebook ing.” Webster, Phillip Wagner and recreational marijuana friendly.
without some discussion and and social media pages and “this Skiff, however, noted that the Skiff. She said the city would receive
opposition by Council member is not fair to the business own- city had no idea who those 23 Owners and operators of mari- no taxes until the state had col-
Kelly Skiff who suggested that ers.” people were and that this was juana dispensaries in the city lected the first $20 million in tax
the lack of input from the public Rhaesa said that seniors in not an issue crucial or essential joined the meeting and com- revenue on marijuana sales and
on the issue was a basis to post- the community could be watch- to the operation of the city. mented that currently users of suggested the council spend as
pone the vote until the council ing the meeting being live “This is a controversial issue the product are driving through much time recruiting other small
could again meet face-to-face in streamed on their television sets whether you are for or against it,” Wayne to other nearby facilities businesses to the city as they had
chambers rather than the virtual “right now.” He said there are she said. “The fact is we haven't where it is legal to purchase on the marijuana issue.
meetings that have been taking more opportunities to communi- heard anything for or against is a recreational marijuana. Council members approved
place due to the COVID-19 pan- cate with the public than ever problem.” One owner, Paul Russo, said the second reading of the new
demic. before. Rhaesa called the question he has had 300 people ask about ordinance with Skiff and Webster
“We're not hearing from any- “We have 23 people tonight,” demanding a vote on Skiff's recreational product and then go casting the only no votes.
Romulus chamber is planning annual golf outing in August

The annual Romulus ie bags presented at the event. turn.
Chamber of Commerce Golf out- Those interested in having mer- ” Safe practices and social dis-
ing will take place Aug. 27 at chandise placed in the bags can Registrations are now being accepted tancing will be employed in
Links at Gateway Golf Course. email the chamber office at for the popular event which accordance with current and
Registrations are now being admin@romuluschamber.org to changed executive orders, organ-
accepted for the popular event make arrangements to have the is a fundraiser for the chamber. izers stressed.
which is a fundraiser for the donation picked up. The Links at Gateway is locat-
chamber. Fees for the event are Event sponsorships are also ed at 33290 Gateway Dr. in
$110 for each golfer or $440 for a available at $125 for a hole spon- Breakfast, lunch or the score on the practice range. There will Romulus.
foursome. sorship to $2,500 for a banquet board at various price points. be a shotgun star at 9:30 a.m. To register, or for more infor-
Organizers are also looking for sponsorship. Businesses or indi- The event will begin with reg- sharp, organizers said. mation, email admin@aromu-
sponsors for the event willing to viduals can sponsor a prize, a istration at 8:30 a.m. while a The registration fee includes luschamber.org or call (734)893-
donate items for the golfer good- cart sign, the Continental Continental Breakfast is served the breakfast and lunch at the 0694.
Wayne Historical Society to welcome speakers at museum

The Wayne Historic Museum has museum from 8 until 11:45 p.m. on Oct.
reopened and talks have resumed, ” 24. The Great Lakes Ghost Hunters will
according to the latest newsletter from The Annual Cemetery Walk hosted attempt to locate paranormal activity in
the Wayne Historical Society. the 140-year-old museum building. A
The museum has reopened for tours by the association will take place one-hour spot to attend is priced at $25.
and research from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. from 1 until 3 p.m. Oct. 4 Blacksmithing: The Bert Green Story
Wednesdays and Thursdays. Masks will will be the topic at 7 p.m. Nov. 12. Visitors
be required and hand sanitizer will be this year at Westlawn Cemetery. will learn about Bert Green and what life
provided visitors. Talks at the museum was like as one of the last blacksmiths in
will resume outside on the lawn to pro- Wayne and how the company continues
vide social distancing. Masks will also be Historical Society. event is an outdoor walking tour so today.
required at talks during the foreseeable Norwayne: A planned community will guests are encouraged to dress appropri- The last event of the year is Holiday
future to provide a safe environment, a be the topic at the 7 p.m. Sept. 10 meet- ately. Donations are accepted. Night at the Museum which is planned
spokesman said. ing. The guest speaker will be Hank At 7 p.m. Oct 17, the Historical Society for 6 until 9 p.m. Dec. 5. Santa will be on
Upcoming talks include a 7 p.m. Aug. Johnson of the Norwayne Citizens members will host the Witches Brew Tea hand and cookies and hot chocolate will
13 presentation by the Business and Commission. at the museum. During the haunted tea be available. The town Christmas tree
Professional Women Club about women's The Annual Cemetery Walk hosted by party, guests will meet several Wayne will be lit during the evening.
fight to gain the vote. Titled Suffragettes: the association will take place from 1 characters in a spooky setting. Tickets, More about the museum located at 1
100 years of Women Voting, the program until 3 p.m. Oct. 4 this year at Westlawn priced at $35, must be purchased in Town Square at the corner of Main and
will be followed by the annual free Ice Cemetery. The walk will highlight several advance. Biddle, is available on the Facebook
Cream Social hosted by the Wayne local families and figures. As always, the There will be a Ghost Hunt at the page, waynehistoricalsociety.

CITY OF ROMULUS

NOTICE OF LETTING
ITB 20/21-02
EXCESS CITY OWNED PROPERTY

Sealed Bids will be received in the office of the City Clerk, 11111 Wayne Road, Romulus, Michigan
48174-1485 until 2:00 p.m. Prevailing Eastern Time on August 10, 2020. Bids will be opened at
2:15 p.m. on August 10, 2020 in the City of Romulus Council Chambers.
Synopsis of Charter Township of Canton Board Proceedings
Members: Supervisor Pat Williams, Clerk Michael Siegrist, Treasurer Dian Slavens FOR SALE EXCESS CITY OWNED PROPERTY
Trustees: John Anthony, Sommer Foster, Anne Graham-Hudak, Steven Sneideman
Regular Meeting 05/12/2020: Synopsis: Approved consent and general calendar as posted in full on website. PARCEL NUMBER STREET LOCATION ZONING
80 028 99 0012 703 Ecorse/Wick west of Wayne R1A & M1
Regular Meeting 05/19/2020: Synopsis: Held Public Hearing on the amended 5 Year Consolidated plan and subsequently
approved the amended 5 year Consolidated Plan. Approved consent and general calendar as posted in full on website.
Regular Meeting 06/09/2020: Synopsis: Held Public Hearing on the 2020 Sidewalk repair program and subsequently approve the BID PACKETS may be picked up at the City of Romulus Dept of Assessment, 11111 Wayne Road,
2020 sidewalk repair program as detailed in the minutes. Approved consent and general calendar as posted in full on website. Romulus between 8:00 am and 4:00 pm standard business days.
Special Meeting 06/09/2020: Synopsis: Special meeting to approve the Township's 2019 Comprehensive Annual Financial PUBLISH: July 23, 2020
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Copies of the complete Board minutes can be found for free at www.canton-mi.org. Minutes can also be viewed or copied CITY OF ROMULUS
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CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON
ACCESS TO PUBLIC MEETINGS Notice is hereby given that the City of Romulus will hold a public hearing at 7:00 p.m. on Monday,
August 17, 2020 for the purpose of considering the following:
The Charter Township of Canton will provide necessary, reasonable auxiliary aids and services to individuals with disabilities at
the meeting/hearing upon notice to the Charter Township of Canton.
1. SLU-2020-002; Spartan Barricade, requesting special land use approval for a contractor's out-
In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ("ADA"), the Charter Township door storage yard at 30211 Ecorse Road.
of Canton will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis of disability in its services, programs, 2. TA-2019-002; Vining Road Subarea Overlay District, a proposed text amendment to Section
or activities.
7.05 of the Zoning Ordinance.
Employment: The Charter Township of Canton does not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring or employment prac- 3. TA-2020-001; Condominiums, a proposed text amendment to Article 16, Condominiums of the
tices and complies with all regulations promulgated by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission under Title II of Zoning Ordinance.
the ADA.
Effective Communication: The Charter Township of Canton will generally, upon request, provide appropriate aids and services The public hearing will be held at the Romulus City Hall Council Chambers, 11111 Wayne Road,
leading to effective communication for qualified persons with disabilities so they can participate equally in the Charter Township Romulus MI 48174-1485 and also via the ZOOM Meeting app.
of Canton's programs, services, and activities, including qualified sign language interpreters, documents in Braille, and other
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Resources Coordinator, Charter Township of Canton, 1150 S. Canton Center Road, Canton, MI 48188, (734) 394-5260 as soon
as possible but no later than 48 hours before the scheduled event. Written comments may be submitted and should be addressed to the Planning Department, 12600
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Complaints that a program, service, or activity of the Charter Township of Canton is not accessible to persons with disabilities contact the Carol Maise, City Planner at 734-955-4530 or send an email to planning@romulusgov.co
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The Charter Township of Canton will not place a surcharge on a particular individual with a disability or any group of individu- Ellen Craig-Bragg, City Clerk
als with disabilities to cover the cost of providing auxiliary aids/services or reasonable modifications of policy, such as retriev- City of Romulus, Michigan
ing items from locations that are open to the public but are not accessible to persons who use wheelchairs.
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