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Repairs to Northville neighborhood streets begin

Repairs to several neighbor- filled and Morgan Boulevard Director Loyd Cureton said ed. City engineering consultant, successfully in the City of
hood streets in the City of where the street will be recon- Northville wasn't alone in not get- Fleis & VandenBrink, reviewed Northville, officials noted.
Northville are expected to begin structed. A 250-foot section of ting responses to their request and recommended the city pro- Engineering costs for this
this week. Cady Street will be reconstructed for bids. Other local municipali- ceed with Nagle based on the project is estimated at 5.5 per-
Nagle Paving Co., of Novi, was and an additional eight parking ties also came up empty-handed. quote for the work provided by cent for design and 8.5 percent
approved by members of the city spaces added. Morgan Circle, “This was due to several fac- the company. The engineering construction observation, for a
council as the contractor to Morgan Court, MacDonald Drive, tors, including significant exist- consultant noted the unit prices total fee of $144,406. The contract
repair and replace streets during Taft Road and Baseline Road ing workloads, rain delays, the provided and total cost proposed documents were reviewed and
the 2019 construction season. will be milled and filled. loss of key personal, and difficul- were consistent with recent bid- approved by both the city attor-
The contracted repairs to 1.7 Officials in Northville were ty finding subcontractors,” ding throughout the region. ney and the city insurance agent.
miles of pavement are expected forced to seek alternate solutions Cureton said. Nagle has an extensive back- The remaining street repair
to cost $1,031,473. to the paving project when no He added that following a ground in asphalt paving and work originally planned for the
The summer and fall work bids were received for the 2019 meeting with representatives road rehabilitation and recon- summer of 2019 will be rebid in
will commence at Lexington Local Road Reconstruction and from Nagle construction, an struction projects throughout November, with work expected
Court and Glenhill Drive where Rehabilitation Program. alternate schedule and a modi- metro Detroit and the company to be completed in this budget
the street will be milled and Department of Public Works fied scope of work was negotiat- has completed many projects year, officials said.
Appointment to development

finance authority approved

Brendan White has been appointed to mary objective is to encourage local
the Westland Local Development development to prevent conditions of
Finance Authority (LDFA) where he will unemployment and to promote economic
serve a four-year term ending July 1, growth. Regularly scheduled board meet-
2023. ings take place the third Friday of March,
White is a current intern with the City June, September and December each
of Westland and has been working closely year.
with the Economic Development "Brendan has proven himself as a
Department on the Redevelopment team player during his internship with
Ready Community Certification the city and I am confident that he will
Program. White has worked for Panetta's make a great contribution to the LDFA
Landscape Supplies for six years and will board," commented Mayor William R.
graduate in August with a degree in pub- Wild.
lic administration from Eastern Michigan Anyone interested in serving on a
Officer of the Year University. Westland board or commission, can find a
The LDFA board comprises 11 mem-
Captain Dustin Krueger was publicly commended recently for being voted "Police bers with seven members appointed by complete list of vacancies, information,
requirements and explanations on each
Officer of the Year" by his peers from the City of Northville Police Department.
During 2018, Krueger served as acting police chief for approximately five months the mayor and subject to confirmation by and an application on www.cityofwest-
and “did an outstanding job” according to officials. Police Chief Alan Maciag members of the city council, two repre- land.com by clicking on the "Get Involved"
detailed Krueger's multiple accomplishments to members of the city council prior senting schools, one representing Wayne icon. Applications can be submitted elec-
to the award presentation. Mayor Ken Roth congratulated Krueger and presented County and one representing Wayne tronically or paper applications can be
him with a plaque and certificate. He was also congratulated by members of the County Community College. Members printed from the website and returned to
city council, other officers and his family who were in attendance. are appointed to four-year terms. The pri- Westland City Hall.

Festival Motown favorite, Jim McCarty. Kenny McCarty has had the privilege and ability American Fireworks Show is set to begin
Following the performance, the All
Parker is a legendary Detroit blues gui-
to constantly tour with artists ZZ Top, Bob
tarist and writer who recently had an Seger, REO Speedwagon, The Who, and at 10 p.m.
FROM PAGE 1 album reach the number one blues spot the Cars. Jimi Hendrix was even a fan of More event information on Blues,
in Michigan. The band generates a loyal McCarty and played alongside him for a Brews and BBQ is available at the Blues
Money and CCR. following and excitement where ever they brief period of time. Brews BBQ website
The headline act from 8-10 p.m. perform. Jim McCarty is a local legend
Saturday is a collaboration between who has performed in many different ORDINANCE NO. 2019- 005
Blues, Brews, and BBQ favorites The bands of all genres but specializes in high CITY OF ROMULUS
Kenny Parker Band with legendary energy rock rhythm and blues. Jim APPENDIX A - ZONING
AMENDMENT 1.244
An Ordinance to amend the Official Zoning Map of the City of Romulus by conditionally rezoning
MINUTES OF REGULAR ROMULUS CITY COUNCIL MEETING certain property from M-2, General Industrial to M-T, Industrial Transportation.
July 08, 2019 THE CITY OF ROMULUS ORDAINS:
Romulus City Hall Council Chambers, 11111 Wayne Rd. Romulus, MI 48174 SHORT TITLE: This Ordinance shall be known and cited as the Amended Zoning Ordinance.
SECTION 1: To conditionally rezone 35.55 acres of property at 37685 Van Born (Parcel ID
The meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m. by Mayor Pro-Tem John Barden. #80-021-99-0002-701) from M-2, General Industrial District to M-T, Industrial
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call: Kathy Abdo, John Barden, Celeste Roscoe, Tina Talley, William Wadsworth, Virginia Williams. Transportation.
Entered Late: Eva Webb. LEGAL DESCRIPTION
Administrative Officials in Attendance: 06B2 C2 D2 E
LeRoy D. Burcroff, Mayor PT OF THE NE 1/4 OF SEC 6 T3S R9E DESC AS BEG AT A CONCRETE MONUMENT IN BOX
Ellen L. Craig-Bragg, Clerk BEING 0.73 FT SOUTHERLY OF THE INTERSECTION OF THE NORTH-SOUTH 1/4 LINE OF
Stacy Paige, Treasurer FRACTIONAL SEC 6 AND THE N LINE OF SEC 6 TH N 00D 00M 53S E 0.73 FT TH N 89D
1. Moved by Talley, seconded by Abdo to accept the agenda as presented. Motion Carried Unanimously. 43M 15S E 124.80 FT ALONG TH N LINE OF SAID FRACTIONAL SEC 6 AND THE CEN-
19-201 2A. Moved by Wadsworth, seconded by Roscoe to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of the TERLINE OF VAN BORN ROAD (120 FT WIDE) TO THE S 1/4 COR OF SEC 31 T2S R9E TH
Romulus City Council held on July 01, 2019. Roll Call Vote: Ayes – Barden, Roscoe, Talley, Wadsworth, N 89D 44M 54S 1195.51 FT ALONG SAID SEC LINE AND SAID CENTERLINE TH S 00D 02M
Williams. Nays – None. Abstain – Abdo. Motion Carried.
3. Petitioner 38S W 60 FT TO THE POB TH N 89D 44M 54S E 466.17 FT ALONG THE SOUTHERLY R OF
4. Chairperson’s Report W LINE OF SAID VAN BORN ROAD TH S 15D 59M 10S W 161.77 FT TH S 14D 33M 07S W
4. Moved by Roscoe, seconded by Talley to accept the Chairperson’s Report. Motion Carried Unanimously. 343.60 FT TH S 15D 00M 43S W 52.85 FT TH S 00D 03M 58S W 960.82 FT TH N 89D 44M 54S
5. Mayor’s Report E 568 FT TH N 00D 03M 58S E 140 FT TH N 89D 44M 54S E 100 FT TH S 00D 03M 58S W
Mayor Burcroff presented a video of upcoming city events. 1155.36 FT ALONG THE W LINE OF THE E 1/4 OF THE E 1/2 OF THE NE 1/4 OF FRAC-
19-202 5A. Moved by Wadsworth, seconded by Abdo to concur with the administration and extend RFP 12/13- TIONAL SEC 6 TO THE EAST - WEST 1/4 LINE OF SAID FRACTIONAL SEC 6 TH S 88D 39M
36 contract for the licensing and maintenance of the Hyland OnBase modules currently being utilized through- 56S W 989.51 FT TH N 00D 02M 38S E 2533.39 FT ALONG THE W LINE OF THE E 1/2 OF
out the city from Applied Imaging at a cost of $12,294.42 and for any professional services needed from Applied THE NE 1/4 OF SAID FRACTIONAL SEC 6 TO THE SOUTHERLY R OF W LINE OF VAN
Imaging at the contracted hourly rate. Discussion: Councilwoman Williams asked why the city doesn’t bid out BORN ROAD AND THE POB
instead of extending the contract and City Technology Director, Steve Dudek, and City Clerk, Ellen Craig-Bragg,
explained that at this time extending the contract is the most efficient and cost effective plan. Motion Carried 35.55 ACRE
Unanimously.
19-203 5B. Moved by Roscoe, seconded by Talley to concur with the administration and introduce Budget
Amendment 19/20-01 to authorize the transfer of funds from the Court Building Debt Service Fund to the Court
Building Construction Fund as requested by the DPS Director for additional costs for Bid Package #4 of the proj-
ect that was not awarded in the 18/19 fiscal year and additional cost for furniture.
FUND/DEPT. CURRENT AMENDED
ACCOUNT NO. ACCOUNT NAME BUDGET AMENDMENT BUDGET
Court Debt Service Fund
Fund Balance
302-000-390.000 Fund Balance 1,581,510 (525,000) 1,056,510
Expense
302-000-999.401 Transfer Out-Court Const. Fund - 525,000 525,000
Court Construction Fund
Revenue
401-000-699.302 Transfer In-Court Debt Serv. Fund - 525,000 525,000
Expense
401-000-980.000 Project Costs - 747,000 747,000
Fund Balance
401-000-390.000 9,268,727 (222,000) 9,046,727
To authorize the transfer of funds from the Court Building Debt Service Fund to the Court Building Construction
Fund as requested by the DPS Director for additional costs for Bid Package #4 of the project that was not award-
ed in the 18/19 fiscal year and additional cost for furniture Motion Carried Unanimously. SECTION 2: Severability. Should any word, sentence, phrase or any portion of this ordinance be
6. Clerk’s Report held in any manner invalid by any court of competent jurisdiction or by any state
19-204 6A1. Moved by Webb, seconded by Abdo to approve second reading, final adoption of Zoning agency having authority to do so for any reason whatsoever, such holdings shall be
Amendment 1.244 to conditionally rezone 35.55 acres of property at 37685 Van Born from M-2 General construed and limited to such words, sentence, phrase, or any portion of the ordinance
Industrial District to M-T Industrial Transportation. Roll Call Vote: Ayes – Abdo, Barden, Roscoe, Talley, held to be so invalid and shall not be construed as effecting the validity of any of the
Wadsworth, Webb. Nays – None. Abstain – Williams. Motion Carried. remaining words, sentences, phrases or portions of this ordinance.
19-205 6A2. Moved by Wadsworth, seconded by Roscoe to recognize Barbara Fitzgerald on her 33 years of SECTION 3: Conflicting Ordinances. All prior existing ordinances adopted by the City of Romulus
employment with the City of Romulus. Motion Carried Unanimously.
6B. Treasurer’s Report inconsistent or in conflict with the provisions of this ordinance are, to the extent of
City Treasurer, Stacy Paige, gave an explanation of the itemized charges on the tax bills. such conflict or inconsistency hereby expressly repealed.
7. Public Comment SECTION 4: Effective Date. This ordinance shall take effect upon publication thereof in an official
A resident commented about overgrown properties due to the water tables. A resident commented on Wick Road newspaper, which publication shall be made when the minutes passing the ordinance
– will it change from Class B to Class A after construction is completed and the reply was no. are published subject to revocation at will of the City of Romulus at any time.
8. Unfinished Business ADOPTED, APPROVED AND PASSED by the City Council at the City of Romulus this 8th day
9. New Business of July, 2019.
10. Communication I hereby certify that the foregoing is a true copy of the Ordinance as passed by the City Council of
Councilwoman Williams commented on the letter the city attorney drafted regarding golf balls hitting residents the City of Romulus at a regular Council Meeting held in the City Council Chambers in said City on
property on Beverly Road. Councilwoman Abdo commented about the golf balls situation.
19-206 11. Moved by Abdo, seconded by Talley to pay Warrant 19-13 in the amount of $2,832,335.34 Motion the 8th day of July, 2019.
Carried Unanimously. Ellen L. Craig-Bragg, City Clerk
12. Moved by Wadsworth, seconded by Roscoe to adjourn the regular meeting of the Romulus City Council
meeting at 8:25 p.m. Motion Carried Unanimously. Introduced: July 1, 2019
I, Ellen L. Craig-Bragg, Clerk for the City of Romulus, Michigan do hereby certify the foregoing to be a true Adopted: July 8, 2019
copy of the minutes of the regular meeting of the Romulus City Council held on July 08, 2019. Published: August 1, 2019
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