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learning activities will be incorporated Schools Roadmap or the district
into this distance learning model. The Virtual Academy, according to a pre-
virtual learning plan will include sup- pared statement.
port for all students, including those As guided by the Roadmap, the task
with IEPs, 504s, ELs, and other spe- force has been engaged in detailed
cialized services. planning for the health and hygiene
Another option which was discour- measures that will be utilized upon in-
aged by the members of the task force person reentry to schools. While the
was a combination model, called Roadmap lists the wearing of face cov-
Option C. This included two days a erings as a strong recommendation for
week of in-person instruction and K-5 and a requirement for 6-12, face MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ROMULUS CITY COUNCIL MEETING
July 27, 2020
three days of remote virtual learning. coverings will be a requirement for all Romulus City Hall Council Chambers, 11111 Wayne Rd, Romulus, MI 48174
Based on the feedback from the staff and students in elementary, mid-
Reentry Task Force and stakeholder dle, high, and post-secondary schools / Roll Call
input sessions, this model presented programs unless the individual has a Present: Kathy Abdo, Celeste Roscoe, Tina Talley, William Wadsworth, Eva Webb, Virginia Williams
too many instructional and logistical medical-based exception with a doc- Absent / Excused: John Barden
Administrative Officials in Attendance:
challenges, and not enough choice for tor's note. This is consistent with the Leroy Burcroff, Mayor
our families. most recent recommendations from Ellen L. Craig-Bragg, Clerk
The Plymouth Canton Community local, state, and national levels. The Stacy Paige, Treasurer
Schools will offer a virtual academy district will also be providing hand 1. Agenda
independent of the options, with a sanitizer stations throughout school
minimum of a one-semester commit- buildings and dedicated times for A. Moved by Celeste Roscoe, seconded by Kathy Abdo for Approval of the Agenda
Roll Call Vote:
Ayes - Abdo, Roscoe, Talley, Wadsworth, Webb, Williams
ment. The virtual academy will be hand washing will be routine and Nays - None
available for the entire school year, for required during the school day. Motion Carried Unanimously
any student that chooses this option. Daily COVID-19 screenings will 2. Minutes
This will be a unique opportunity sep- occur for all staff and students who
arate from the other options that is an will be entering school locations. A. Res. # 20-171 Moved by William Wadsworth, seconded by Eva Webb, for the approval of the min-
individual choice available to families, During this time period, only essential utes from the regular meeting held on July 13, 2020
Ayes - Abdo, Roscoe, Talley, Wadsworth, Webb, Williams
Roll Call Vote:
a district spokesman said. The acade- visitors will be allowed into the school. Nays - None
my will be staffed by district teachers Social distancing will be practiced Motion Carried Unanimously
utilizing curriculum K-8, utilizing wherever possible, and schools will B. Approval of minutes from the special meeting - study session held on July 13, 2020.
Michigan Virtual curriculum at the include visual markings to help stu- Res. # 20-172 Moved by Kathy Abdo, seconded by Celeste Roscoe for approval of the minutes from
high school level. More details about dents with these expectations. Floors the special meeting - public hearing held on July 13, 2020.
the virtual academy program will be in common areas of the buildings will Roll Call Vote: Ayes - Abdo, Roscoe, Talley, Wadsworth, Webb, Williams
Nays - None
shared as they are finalized. have markings on them, and our build- Motion Carried Unanimously
Phase 5 will offer families a choice ing principals and program leaders
of returning to five days a week in-per- will lead the work within their individ- 3. Petitioner - None
son instruction which would include ual facilities to support processes for 4. Chairperson's Report, John Barden, Mayor Pro-Tem
all minimal required health and safety social distancing during the school Chairperson Talley asked Jazmine Danci, Community Development/Marketing Director, to provide an
protocols, guided by the MI Safe day. update on the small business grant program.
Chairperson Talley asked Council if they would like to cancel the Aug. 3, 2020 meeting due to the primary
election being held the next day - August 4, 2020 and the consensus of Council was not to cancel the meet-
Northville classes A. Moved by Celeste Roscoe, seconded by Kathy Abdo, to the accept the Chairperson's Report
ing. Chairperson Talley gave a reminder about the 2020 Census.

Roll Call Vote:
Ayes - Abdo, Roscoe, Talley, Wadsworth, Webb, Williams
Nays - None
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and gradually increase in-person Scenario. 5. Mayor's Report - LeRoy D. Burcroff, Mayor
attendance through September until “We will continue to monitor the
all students attend school five days per emerging guidance from the federal, Res. # 20-173 Moved by Celeste Roscoe, seconded by William Wadsworth to adopt a resolution to
recognize recent city retirees Sheila Stewart, Nate Davis, and Karl Hunt for their years of service.
week. state, and local health and education Roll Call Vote: Ayes - Abdo, Roscoe, Talley, Wadsworth, Webb, Williams
Parents/families across the district agencies as the start of the school year Nays - None
Motion Carried Unanimously
will have the option to elect a Full approaches, and inform you of any Res. # 20-174 Moved by Eva Webb, seconded by Celeste Roscoe to adopt a memorial resolution for
Virtual/Distance Learning option that changes necessitating any adjustments the family of Jarmin Roach.
will continue uninterrupted from the to the Reentry Plan and/or opportuni- Roll Call Vote: Ayes - Abdo, Roscoe, Talley, Wadsworth, Webb, Williams
start of the school year, or may opt for ties to move more quickly toward a full Nays - None
Motion Carried Unanimously
the September Virtual Start that transi- return to school,” said Superintendent
tions into the identified In-Person of Schools Mary Kay Gallagher. A. Res. # 20-175 Moved by William Wadsworth, seconded by Virginia Williams to award ITB 19/20-31
Contract for Annual NFPA Compliant Firefighter Physicals.
Roll Call Vote: Ayes - Abdo, Roscoe, Talley, Wadsworth, Webb, Williams
Romulus, Van Buren and Wayne Westland Schools Nays - None
Motion Carried Unanimously
In Wayne Westland, members of the board of education were expected to B. Res. # 20-176 Moved by Celeste Roscoe, seconded by Eva Webb to concur with the administration
approve the final back-to-school plan this week. The plan includes three scenar- and consent to piggyback on the MiDeal Contract #071B770085 for the purchase of one (1) John Deere
ios: online learning, part-time classroom learning and full-time classroom learn- Tractor with Broom and Snow Blower attachments at a cost of $16,945.63 for the Department of Public
ing. Works.
Roll Call Vote: Ayes - Abdo, Roscoe, Talley, Wadsworth, Webb, Williams
Right now, the state is in phase four of Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's reopening Nays - None
plan. If classes start in phase four, students and teachers will return to classrooms Motion Carried Unanimously
in interchanging groups. The district would combine online and in-person learn- C. Res. # 20-177 Moved by Eva Webb, seconded by Celeste Roscoe to approve the Introduction of
ing so buildings were never at full capacity. If the state moves into phases five or Budget Amendment 20/21-1 to cover the cost of the purchase of patrol car modems.
six, students and staff will return to buildings full-time. Should the state regress Roll Call Vote: Ayes - Abdo, Roscoe, Talley, Wadsworth, Webb, Williams
to phase three or lower, all classes would move online. Dignan said the district Nays - None
Motion Carried Unanimously
would work to provide students in need with computers and internet access.
Teachers likely will do more to connect socially and emotionally with students, D. Res. # 20-178 Moved by William Wadsworth, seconded by Eva Webb to concur with the administra-
too. tion and introduce budget amendment 20/21-2 to cover the cost of the purchase of patrol car printers.
Roll Call Vote: Ayes - Abdo, Roscoe, Talley, Wadsworth, Webb, Williams
In Romulus, the return to school plan is also awaiting finalization and the Van Nays - None
Buren Public Schools are also still considering options for the safety of students, Motion Carried Unanimously
teachers and families. 6. Clerk's Report - Ellen L. Craig-Bragg, Clerk
City Clerk Ellen Craig-Bragg gave a reminder that voters must vote a straight party ticket at the Election of
August 4, 2020.
ORDINANCE NO. 2020- 003
CITY OF ROMULUS A. Res. # 20-179 Moved by Celeste Roscoe, seconded by William Wadsworth, to approve Second
APPENDIX A - ZONING Reading, Final Adoption of an Ordinance to amend the Official Zoning Map of the City of Romulus by
rezoning 69.48 acres of property at 37350 Ecorse, Parcel #80-024-99-0005-703 from Conditional M-T,
AMENDMENT 1.247 Industrial Transportation to M-2, General Industrial.
An Ordinance to amend the Official Zoning Map of the City of Romulus by rezoning certain prop- Roll Call Vote: Ayes - Abdo, Roscoe, Talley, Wadsworth, Webb
erty from Conditional M-T, Industrial Transportation to M-2, General Industrial. Nays - Williams
THE CITY OF ROMULUS ORDAINS: Motion Carried Unanimously
SHORT TITLE: This Ordinance shall be known and cited as the Amended Zoning Ordinance.
SECTION 1: To rezone 69.48 acres of property at 37350 Ecorse, Parcel #80-024-99-0005-703 B. Res. # 20-180 Moved by Eva Webb, seconded by William Wadsworth to approve the proposed
Amendment to the 457(b) Plan to Sections 5.1 and 6.1.
from Conditional M-T, Industrial Transportation to M-2, General Industrial District. Roll Call Vote: Ayes - Abdo, Roscoe, Talley, Wadsworth, Webb, Williams
LEGAL DESCRIPTION Nays - None
06R1A1 Motion Carried Unanimously
PT OF SE 1/4 SEC 6 T3S R9E DESC AS BEG N00DEG 19M 30S E 60FT AND S88DEG
13M 20S W 112.65FT FROM SE COR SEC 6 TH S88DEG 13M 20S W 1200.43FT TH 7. Treasurer's Report - Stacy Paige, Treasurer
N00DEG 25M 10S E 1258.54FT TH N00DEG 18M 40S E 635.81FT TH N00DEG 23M 00S
E 650.53FT TH N88DEG 10M 00S E 1179.78FT TH S00DEG 04M 57S E 2545.32FT TO A. Res. # 20-182 Moved by Celeste Roscoe, seconded by William Wadsworth to concur with the request
POB from City Treasurer, Stacy Paige, to not move forward with the DivDat Agreement.
69.48 AC Roll Call Vote: Ayes - Abdo, Roscoe, Talley, Wadsworth, Webb, Williams
Nays - None
Motion Carried Unanimously
8. Public Comment
A resident spoke about property on Inkster Road.
A representative from Div Dat Kiosk Network Co. spoke about his company's proposed agreement.
A representative from D & G Building Co. spoke about property on Inkster Road.

9. Unfinished Business
Res. # 20-183 Moved by Eva Webb, seconded by Kathy Abdo to adopt a memorial resolution for the
family of Faye Sudduth.
Roll Call Vote: Ayes - Abdo, Roscoe, Talley, Wadsworth, Webb, Williams
Nays - None
Motion Carried Unanimously
Mayor Burcroff commented about the property on Inkster Road.
City Attorney Steve Hitchcock will get a copy of the City Zoning Ordinances to City Council.
10. New Business
11. Warrant
Effective Date. This ordinance shall take effect upon publication thereof in an official
newspaper, which publication shall be made when the minutes passing the A. Res. # 20-184 Moved by Kathy Abdo, seconded by Celeste Roscoe to approve Warrant # 20-14,
ordinance are published subject to revocation at will of the City of Romulus at Checks presented in the amount of $1,369,621.73.
any time. Roll Call Vote: Ayes - Abdo, Roscoe, Talley, Wadsworth, Webb, Williams
Complete copy of the ordinance is on file in the City Clerk's Office, 11111 Wayne Rd. Romulus, Nays - None
MI. Motion Carried Unanimously
ADOPTED, APPROVED AND PASSED by the City Council at the City of Romulus this 27th
day of July, 2020. 12. Communication
I hereby certify that the foregoing is a true copy of the Ordinance as passed by the City Council of 13. Adjournment
Moved by William Wadsworth, seconded by Eva Webb to adjourn the meeting at 9:14 p.m.
the City of Romulus at a regular Council Meeting held in the City Council Chambers in said City on Roll Call Vote: Ayes - Abdo, Roscoe, Talley, Wadsworth, Webb, Williams
the 27th day of July, 2020. Nays - None
Ellen L. Craig-Bragg, Romulus City Clerk Motion Carried Unanimously
Introduced: July 13, 2020
Adopted: July 27, 2020 I, Ellen L. Craig-Bragg, Clerk for the City of Romulus, Michigan do hereby certify the foregoing to be a true
Published: Aug 13, 2020 RM0521 - 081320 2.5 x 7.284 copy of the minutes of the regular meeting of the Romulus City Council held on July 27, 2020. RM0522 - 081320 2.5 x 18.628