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Brake4Buses

Graduate develops bus safety campaign

Julie Brown Craig started the bus safety work for
Staff Writer his first project with the Family Career
and Community Leaders of America
While he may only be nearing his 18th group, in which students appear before
birthday, Romulus High School graduate judges to give presentations. He has been
Nashawn Craig is already a well-known to several nationals for that organization,
social media personality. including trips to California and Georgia.
Craig works as a bus aide for Romulus In one video, a woman driver is shown
Public Schools, which prompted his cur- cutting off a bus and “the screen goes
rent efforts on social media and YouTube black. It's something that could happen,”
to educate motorists about school bus said Craig. “That's seen a lot around here,
safety. He has worked with others “just to too.”
show this is a problem and needs to One of the safety videos has almost
stop.” 100,000 views on Facebook and shows
Craig was a student passenger on a cars passing stop signs. The Romulus
Romulus school bus when he saw first- teen shares his work on varied social
hand a dangerous driver. “Definitely, def- media, but finds nationwide Facebook is
initely, definitely,” he said of his current most often used by school bus drivers. Nashawn Craig can be seen in several social media videos about bus safety. The
work and what district drivers see. “You Craig showed his work to classes at Romulus High School graduate works as a bus aide in the school district.
would be surprised at some of the things Romulus High School “to see if the video
we see.” was effective for all ages.” gency evacuation and other safety proce- “even if they are camera shy.”
He recently witnessed a car being He appreciates educators, including dures which also addresses problems Craig repeats the time-honored mes-
driven the wrong way on Michigan Romulus school administrators who gave with students hanging out of windows. sage on looking both ways to cross a
Avenue, he said. Craig said he also appre- the OK to post safety posters by school “It's been a long process” of creating street safely, adding of the work he does
ciates the Romulus district bus drivers doorways. Craig was a Barth Elementary and editing footage,” he said “I try to get it out to all ages. I try to target
who have helped on his #Brake4Buses student in Romulus and works with chil- “It's friends, family, advisors, teachers. everybody.”
campaign, with several drivers even com- dren and staff there in creating the safety Definitely the Romulus Transportation https://www.youtube.com/nashawn-
ing in Saturday on off time to appear and videos. Department has been fabulous,” said craig0312 is a video link for more about
drive in the campaign videos. He's now at work on one for emer- Craig. He likes the people who assist Craig.

Committee proposes use policy for new library meeting rooms

Members of the Belleville Area District left in order following the gathering. She facility for informational purposes would
Library Board are considering a new use ” said the committee was not in favor of be welcome, no political campaigning
policy for the facility. Dawson stressed that deposits by credit card as a refund would would be an acceptable use.
While homeowners associations, civic the policy was still fluid be difficult to process and would prefer the Dawson stressed that the policy was still
organizations and group will be welcome to deposit be in cash or check. Another fee for fluid and under discussion and that no
use the meeting rooms, those promoting a and under discussion the set up of the room is also being consid- final policy had been drafted as yet. She
political viewpoint or platform will not. and that no final policy ered, she said and stressed that library also said that a application for use form
Members of the board met earlier this events will always take precedence in would need to be designed.
month to discuss the new use policy had been drafted as yet. scheduling. Library Director Mary Jo Suchy suggest-
according to report from Mary Jane No political fundraisers would ever by ed that the board would have to be flexible
Dawson, chairperson of the library use pol- allowed at the library, she said, and her with the new policy and put it into use for
icy subcommittee. She said that prelimi- remarks were supported by members of 30 days or so to determine how well it was
nary discussions would prohibit the use of viewpoint but provide information, like the the board in attendance, along with a pro- working.
the meeting rooms for political gatherings, League of Women Voters. hibition against alcohol in the building. Dawson agreed noting that "nothing is
the sale of products or private parties Dawson explained that the committee While it was agreed that an office holder, set in stone" and that the proposed policy
while communities groups and associa- was considering requiring a financial already elected, who wished to use the "is all talk now."
tions would be welcome along with groups deposit for use of the rooms which would
that do not promote a particular political be returned to the user if the rooms were MINUTES OF THE ROMULUS CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
September 9, 2019
Romulus City Hall Council Chambers, 11111 Wayne Rd, Romulus, MI 48174
(Woodhaven-Brownstown School District)
NOTICE OF ELECTION AND REGISTRATION The meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m. by Mayor Pro Tem John Barden.
FOR THE SPECIAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call: Kathy Abdo, John Barden, Celeste Roscoe, Tina Talley, William Wadsworth, Virginia Williams
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2019 Absent/Excused: Councilwoman Webb
Officials in Attendance:
TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS IN THE WOODHAVEN-BROWNSTOWN SCHOOL DIS- Leroy Burcroff, Mayor
TRICT OF THE CITY OF ROMULUS, COUNTY OF WAYNE, STATE OF MICHIGAN: Ellen L. Craig-Bragg, City Clerk
Stacy Paige, City Treasurer
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Special School Election will be held in the City of Romulus Steve Hitchcock, City Attorney
on Tuesday, November 5, 2019. The polls of said election will be open at 7 o'clock a.m. and will 1. Agenda
remain open until 8 o'clock p.m. on Election Day at the following location: A. Moved by Tina Talley, seconded by Kathy Abdo for Approval of the Agenda. Motion Carried Unanimously.
2. Minutes
A. Res. #19-270 Moved by William Wadsworth, seconded by Kathy Abdo to approve the minutes from the reg-
Precinct 4 - Halecreek Elementary School, 16200 Harrison Road, ular meeting held on 9-3-2019. Motion Carried Unanimously.
(Woodhaven-Brownstown School District) B. There were no special meetings held on 9-3-2019.
3. Petitioner - None
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that any qualified elector in the City of Romulus, Woodhaven- FOR THE RECORD: COUNCILWOMAN WEBB ENTERED THE MEETING
Brownstown School District who is not already registered, may register to vote at the office of the 4. Chairperson's Report, John Barden, Mayor Pro-Tem
City Clerk; the office of the County Clerk; a Secretary of State branch office, or other designated Res. #19-271 Moved by William Wadsworth, seconded by Celeste Roscoe to approve a memorial resolu-
state agency. Registration forms can be obtained at www.mi.gov/vote and mailed to the City Clerk. tion for Rev. William Kren. Motion Carried Unanimously.
Voters who are already registered may update their registration a www.expressSOS.com. A. Moved by Celeste Roscoe, seconded by Tina Talley to accept the Chairperson's Report.
Motion Carried Unanimously.
5. Mayor's Report - LeRoy D. Burcroff, Mayor
The last day to register in any manner other than in-person with the local clerk is Monday, October Mayor Burcroff announced that there will be a 911 Observance Ceremony at the Historical Park Pavilion
21, 2019. beginning at 8:30 a.m.; The Mayor presented a video of upcoming community events; Mayor Burcroff asked
members from St John's Lodge #44 to speak about their upcoming "Americanism Day March" event.
After this date, anyone who qualifies as an elector may register to vote in-person with proof of res- A. Res. #19-272 Moved by William Wadsworth, seconded by Kathy Abdo to authorize a no-fee permit and
idency (MCL 168.492) at the Romulus City Clerk's office, located at 11111 Wayne Road, Romulus, street closure to the members of St. John's Lodge #44 for the "Americanism Day March" on Sunday,
MI 48174 at the following times: September 15th from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Motion Carried Unanimously.
B. Res. #19-273 Moved by Kathy Abdo, seconded by Tina Talley to concur with the administration and author-
ize a no fee permit for the Romulus Housing Commission use of Fernandez Park on October 5, 2019, from
• Regular business hours: Monday through Friday from 8:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. for a "Fun Day" at the park to meet Staff, Commissioners, Mayor and Elected
• Saturday, November 2nd from 8:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. Officials. Motion Carried Unanimously.
• Election Day, Tuesday, November 5th from 7:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M. C. Res. #19-274 Moved by Celeste Roscoe, seconded by Tina Talley to concur with the administration and
authorize the DPW to dispose of the 2003 GMC Savanna Grounds Van, which was totaled in an accident on
PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the following proposal will appear on the ballot: January 15, 2019, through Martin's Towing Service who has offered to accept it for $250.00 for scrap pur-
poses. Motion Carried Unanimously.
WOODHAVEN-BROWNSTOWN SCHOOL DISTRICT
SINKING FUND MILLAGE RENEWAL PROPOSAL D. Res. #19-275 Moved by Eva Webb, seconded by William Wadsworth to concur with administration and
introduce Budget Amendment 19/20-06 to purchase a used 2016 Marque Ford Ambulance for the Fire
Department.
This proposal will allow the school district to continue to levy the building and site
sinking fund millage that expires with the 2020 tax levy.
Shall the currently authorized millage rate of .9778 mill ($0.9778 on each $1,000 of
taxable valuation) which may be assessed against all property in Woodhaven-
Brownstown School District, Wayne County, Michigan, be renewed for a period of 10
years, 2021 to 2030, inclusive, to continue to provide for a sinking fund for the pur-
chase of real estate for sites for, and the construction or repair of, school buildings, and
all other purposes authorized by law; the estimate of the revenue the school district will
collect if the millage is approved and levied in 2021 is approximately $1,210,000 (this
is a renewal of millage that will expire with the 2020 tax levy)?
Yes
No
Motion Carried Unanimously.
Samples of the ballot proposal may be obtained at the City Clerk's office, located at 11111 Wayne 6. Clerk's Report - Ellen L. Craig Bragg, Clerk - No Report
Road, Romulus, MI 48174. Sample ballots can also be viewed at U or on the City's website: 7. Treasurer's Report - Stacy Paige, Treasurer
www.romulusgov.com. The City Treasurer commented on the Quarterly Investment Report that was discussed at the 7:00 p.m. Study
Session and announced the summer and winter tax bill due dates.
8. Public Comment - 4 residents requested to speak
To comply with the Help America vote Act (HAVA), voting instructions will be available in 9. Unfinished Business
audio format and in Braille. Arrangements for obtaining the instructions in these alternative 10. New Business
formats can be made by contacting the clerk's office in advance of the election. All polling loca- Councilman Wadsworth mentioned that overgrown brush/weeds need cutting on Pennsylvania Road between
tions are accessible for voters with disabilities. Middlebelt and Inkster roads.
Councilwoman Williams complimented the "Cops for Cutz" program.
Absentee ballots are available for all elections; registered voters may contact the Clerk's office 11. Warrant
to request an application for an absent voter ballot. A. Res. #19-276 Moved by Kathy Abdo, seconded by Tina Talley for Approval of Warrant #19-17 - Checks
presented in the amount of $1,643,635.42. Motion Carried Unanimously.
12. Communication
13. Adjournment - Meeting adjourned at 8:33 p.m.
Ellen L. Craig-Bragg, City of Romulus Clerk I, Ellen L. Craig-Bragg, Clerk for the City of Romulus, Michigan do hereby certify the foregoing to be a true
11111 Wayne Road, Romulus, MI 48174 copy of the minutes of the regular meeting of the Romulus City Council held on September 9, 2019.
734-942-7540 / Election@romulusgov.com
Publish: The Eagle Associated Newspapers Ellen L. Craig Bragg, City Clerk
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