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BELLEVILLE - ROMULUS

Van Buren to celebrate Safety Day on Saturday

Van Buren Township will cele- and insights into the work of emer- ” Education Program will also have
brate Family Fun and Public gency personnel. There will be “Cones With A Cop” professionals on-site to provide
Safety Day from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. The fleet of police, fire and from the Culver's ice cream cart parents with free child identifica-
this Saturday, Sept. 14 at Menards, emergency vehicles will be on tion kits containing a photograph,
10010 Belleville Road in Van hand, the K-9 officer, Jase will be and an inflatable slide and bounce house. fingerprints, height, weight and
Buren Township. available, Pluggie the Fire other identifying information. The
The day will provide Van Buren Hydrant and Sweet Potato the bounce house. There ill also be a tions for children ages 6 months to identification kits can be a
resident an opportunity to meet Clown will greet visitors while photo booth with props, face paint- 6 years through the KidSight resource for police and the Amber
"the real life superheroes dedicat- members of the dive and traffic ing, slushies, popcorn, refresh- Program, designed to identify Alert system to help bring missing
ed to protecting our wonderful divisions will be on site. ments and other attractions, organ- treatable and preventable causes children home safely.
community," organizers said. There will be "Cones With A izers said. of vision loss in preschool chil- The day is organized by the Van
There will be family-friendly Cop" from the Culver's ice cream Members of the Lions Club will dren. Buren Township Downtown
activities, food, live entertainment cart and an inflatable slide and be performing free eye examina- The Law Enforcement Development Authority.
Romulus police caution drivers about school bus safety

Julie Brown roads for drivers following a ” means the driver will be able to
Staff Writer school bus unsafely. Slow down. It’s better to be see her too).
Salwa appreciates Michigan Also, remind your student to
Romulus Police Sgt. Roger State Police enforcement on dis- five minutes late for work. look both ways to see that no
Salwa is among many concerned tracted drivers, and laws that The last thing anybody wants other traffic is coming before
about school bus safety, including address the issue. Romulus has crossing the street - traffic does
distracted drivers who ignore an ordinance on distracted driv- to do is hit a pedestrian. not always stop as required.
safety procedures. ing with not more than a $200 Parents should practice with
"We have a lot of motorists," fine. each child the correct way to
said Salwa, who oversees traffic Barth Road in Romulus, near ing, unless driving in the oppo- The last thing anybody wants to cross the street.
and records for the Romulus a school, often gets the traffic site direction on a divided high- do is hit a pedestrian." In addition, the AAP recom-
Police Department. He sees dis- trailer used "just to get that way The American Academy of mends parents teach children to
tracted driver cases often. awareness out there," he said. 3. Look for clues - such as safe- Pediatrics, online at respect all bus rules, including
"Unfortunately in general I think Those traffic trailers help in ty patrols, crossing guards, bicy- www.aap.org, also has advice on staying seated and listening to
that has increased," said Salwa. speed limit enforcement. cles and playgrounds - that indi- many back to school topics, the driver.
He and other public safety The Michigan Office of cate children might be in the including school safety. The www.aap.org website also
leaders are happy to share Highway Safety Planning and the area. The pediatric association sug- offers useful information on:
school bus safety tips, especially U.S. Department of 4. Watch for children between gests that children should always walking to school; bicycling and
at this start of the school year. Transportation urge all drivers: parked cars and other objects. board and exit the bus at loca- carpooling. It notes children are
"We do our best, especially if 1. Prepare to stop when a 5. Use additional caution in tions that provide safe access to generally ready to start walking
we get complaints," said Salwa. slowing bus has the overhead yel- bad weather. the bus or to the school building. to school at 9 to 11 years old as
His department uses "appropri- low lights flashing. Salwa's common sense advice The group also reminds parents long as they are at the right
ate enforcement" in, for example, 2. Stop at least 20 feet away for to drivers: "Slow down. It's better that the child should walk where developmental skill level and
cases on Merriman and Eureka buses when red lights are flash- to be five minutes late for work. she can see the bus driver (which show good judgment.

Kren his family, his selflessness, and his sense of MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ROMULUS CITY COUNCIL MEETING
humor. He was a voracious reader of reli-
August 26, 2019
gious, political, and science fiction books, Romulus City Hall Council Chambers, 11111 Wayne Rd, Romulus, MI 48174
FROM PAGE 1 loved watching movies, and listening to clas-
sical music and classic rock. The meeting was called to order at 7:30 pm by Mayor Pro Tem, John Barden.
year member of the Romulus Mayor's Drug Mr. Kren was nicknamed “The Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call: Kathy Abdo, John Barden, Celeste Roscoe, Tina Talley, William Wadsworth, Eva Webb,
Task Force. He was also a volunteer with Sermonator” after a character in one of his Virginia Williams
the Veterans of America, has been a partici- all-time favorite films, The Terminator. As a Administrative Officials in Attendance:
Leroy Burcroff, Mayor
pant and organizer of the die-hard sports fan, he loved University of Ellen L. Craig-Bragg, Clerk
Romulus/Belleville CROP Walk which rais- Michigan football and Detroit Red Wings Steve Hitchcock, City Attorney
es funds for the needy and volunteered with hockey. 1. Agenda
Moved by Tina Talley, seconded by Kathy Abdo for Approval of the Agenda.
Gleaners Community Food Pantry. Mr. In addition to his wife, he is survived by Motion Carried Unanimously.
Kren's involvement extended to numerous his sons Derek (Janet) Kren, Jason (Lana) 2. Minutes
other volunteer projects in Romulus, Kren; his daughter Maria (Brett) Doyon, and Res. # 19-253 Moved by William Wadsworth, seconded by Kathy Abdo for Approval of the minutes from the
Regular Council meeting held on August 12, 2019. Motion Carried.
including the annual Martin Luther King Jr. grandchildren Lauren Kren, Ashlan Res. #19-254 Moved by Kathy Abdo, seconded by Celeste Roscoe for Approval of the minutes from the
Walk, the Citywide Clean Sweep, the Celesky, and Joshua Hucul. Special Meeting(s) held on August 12, 2019 - 6:00pm, Energy Efficiency Program with Johnson Controls;
Pumpkin Festival Committee, the Parade of Funeral services took place Sept. 10 at 6:30pm, Economic Development and Marketing Strategy Plans; 7:00pm, Robinson Capital Investment
Presentation. Motion Carried.
Lights and the Romulus Salvation Army St. Paul United Church of Christ in Taylor. 3. Petitioner - None
Rehab Center Advisory Council. Arrangements were entrusted to the Howe- 4. Chairperson’s Report, John Barden, Mayor Pro-Tem
Mr. Kren was known for his devotion to Peterson Funeral Home. Councilman Barden thanked Councilwoman Talley for chairing the 8-12-19 council meeting in his absence.
Councilman Barden commented on the Beautification Committee’s Awards Ceremony and the residents who
participated and received awards; Councilman Barden thanked everyone for their support during his time of
bereavement.
The Charter Township of Plymouth is accepting sealed bids for Interior Drainage Improvements at Fire
Station #2, until October 23, 2019, at 11:30 AM at which time all bids will be opened and read aloud by the Clerk Res. # 19-255 Moved by Eva Webb, seconded by Celeste Roscoe to adopt a memorial resolution for Lisa
at Plymouth Township Hall, 9955 N Haggerty Road, Plymouth MI 48170. Hendricks.
Bid documents are available for review at the Clerk's during regular business hours of 8:00 AM until 4:30 PM. Motion Carried Unanimously.
All questions should be directed to Taylor Reynolds, Spalding DeDecker, 248-844-5400. Moved by Celeste Roscoe, seconded by Tina Talley to accept the Chairperson’s Report. Motion Carried
The Township reserves the right to accept or reject any and all bids and to award the Contract to the vendor the Unanimously.
Township believes will best serve the interest of the Township, at their sole discretion. 5. Mayor’s Report – LeRoy D. Burcroff, Mayor
The Mayor announced that the Chairperson of the Cemetery Board was in the hospital and asked everyone
to keep her in their prayers for a speedy recovery; The Mayor presented a video of upcoming community
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Jerry Vorva, Clerk events; The Mayor thanked the Chief of Staff for filling in for him in his absence from the 8-12-19 Council
meeting; The Mayor thanked the Beautification Committee and acknowledged the residents who participat-
ed and received awards; At the end of his report, the Mayor asked Captain Josh Monte to come up and talk
about the “Cops and Clippers” program - initiated by Officer Rodney Cofield. Four barber and salon shops
The Charter Township of Plymouth will be holding the following Board of Trustee meetings until the end of from the community will give haircuts to students returning to school on August 30th.
2019. All Board of Trustee Meetings are held in the Town Hall Meeting Room at 9955 N Haggerty Road, Res. #19-256 Moved by William Wadsworth, seconded by Eva Webb to concur with the administration and
Plymouth, Michigan. All meetings begin at 7:00 PM. Additional meetings may be scheduled and posted in authorize a No Fee Permit Request for the installation of a ‘Welcome to Romulus’ Sign at 11457 Hannan
accordance with law. Road, at no cost to the City. Motion Carried Unanimously.
Regularly Scheduled Meeting Dates Res. #19-257 Moved by Kathy Abdo, seconded by Celeste Roscoe to concur with the administration and
Tuesday, September 10, September 24, October 8, October 22, November 12, November 26 and December 10, approve the DDA Board Reappointments of Keith Johnston and Cindy Croft with terms to expire on July 31,
2019 2023. Motion Carried Unanimously.
Study Sessions: Res. #19-258 Moved by Eva Webb, seconded by William Wadsworth to concur with the administration and
Tuesday, September 17, 2019 approve the DDA Board Appointments of Rachel Botu and Rick Perry with terms to expire on August 26,
Additional Study Sessions may be held on an as needed basis. Check the Township website at www.ply- 2023. Motion Carried Unanimously.
mouthtwp.org to obtain additional information. Res. #19-259 Moved by Tina Talley, seconded by Celeste Roscoe to concur with the administration and
Publish: September12, 2019 authorize approval for the fiscal year 2018/2019 encumbrances for capital outlay purchases and various
Jerry Vorva, Clerk PT0265 - 091219 2.5 x 1.797 City projects in the amount of $10,641,111.77 to be rolled over into the FY 2019/2020 budget and paid
accordingly. Motion Carried Unanimously.
6. Clerk’s Report – Ellen L. Craig-Bragg, Clerk
Clerk announced the next regular council meeting will be held on Tuesday, September 3, 2019 at 7:30 pm;
and the Public Hearing scheduled for September 3, 2019 at 6:30 pm is cancelled.
CITY OF ROMULUS Res. #19-260 Moved by William Wadsworth, seconded by Virginia Williams to adopt a memorial resolu-
BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS NOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING tion for USAF Captain Tranay L. Tanner. Motion Carried Unanimously.
Res. #19-261 Moved by Celeste Roscoe, seconded by Tina Talley to approve the Study Session request from
WEDNESDAY, October 2, 2019 City Treasurer, Stacy Paige for Monday, September 9, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. to discuss the Quarterly Investment
Report. Motion Carried Unanimously.
Notice is hereby given that the City of Romulus Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings 7. Treasurer’s Report – Stacy Paige, Treasurer
at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 2, 2019 at the Romulus City Hall, 11111 Wayne Road to con- 8. Public Comment
sider the following petitions: Three residents requested to have comments regarding their concerns.
Gina Steward, announced the 75th anniversary of the Telegram Newspaper and the 22 nd Annual NAACP
Freedom Fund Dinner - Sunday, October 20, 2019 in Allen Park. Ms. Steward further announced the next
1. BZA-2019-017; James Crova, requesting a variance from Section 3.04(a)(3)b. Detached NAACP meeting will be held on Monday, September 9, 2019, in Garden City.
Accessory Buildings of the Zoning Ordinance to allow the total area of all detached accessory 9. Unfinished Business
structures to exceed that permitted. Up to 1,500 square feet of floor area for all accessory struc- Res. #19-262 Moved by Eva Webb, seconded by Tina Talley to adopt a resolution to acknowledge the 75th
tures is allowed and a total of 1,821 square feet is requested. The applicant is proposing the addi- Anniversary of the Telegram Newspaper. Motion Carried Unanimously.
tion of a 400-sq. ft. lean-to leisure area onto an existing garage on property that contains 1,421 10. New Business
sq. ft. of accessory structures. The subject property is located at 12030 Craig (Parcel ID #80-079- Res. #19-263 Moved by Virginia Williams, seconded by William Wadsworth to adopt a memorial resolu-
01-0035-000). tion for Betty Ball.
Motion Carried Unanimously.
2. BZA-2019-018; Rino Soave, Infinity Homes, requesting an appeal of an administrative decision 11. Communication
made by the Director of Public Services in accordance with Section 22.03(b), Appeals of Councilwoman Williams acknowledged and thanked Brian Norman and DPW for tree removal;
Councilwoman Abdo acknowledged and thanked St. John’s Lodge for the Back Pack Give-away event on
Administrative Decisions of the Zoning Ordinance. The applicant is alleging that an error was Saturday; Councilwoman Talley acknowledged the Mount Olive Baptist Church Services in honor of Rev.
made with regard to the brick facade requirements for 32 proposed single-family homes in the James Thompson’s retirement; Councilwoman Roscoe acknowledged and congratulated Firefighter Steven
Creekside Condominium Subdivision and has requested an interpretation of Section Hicks and wife Cheyenne on the arrival of their new baby girl.
11.01(a)(6)d. Single-family Detached Dwellings. 12. Warrant
Res. #19-264 Moved by Kathy Abdo, seconded by Tina Talley for the Approval of Warrant #:19- 16, Checks
Copies of the applications are available for review at City Hall during regular business hours which presented in the amount of $1,584,104.89. Motion Carried Unanimously.
are 8:00 am - 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday. All interested parties are encouraged to attend and 13. Adjournment
will be given an opportunity to comment on said requests. Written comments may be submitted and Moved by William Wadsworth, seconded by Celeste Roscoe to adjourn the regular council meeting.
should be addressed to Carol Maise, City Planner, Planning Department, 12600 Wayne Road, Motion Carried Unanimously.
Romulus, MI 48174-1485. 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 August 26, 2019.
Ellen Craig-Bragg, City Clerk
City of Romulus, Michigan
Ellen L. Craig-Bragg, City Clerk
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