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BELLEVILLE - ROMULUS

Romulus council rejects tax abatement request

Scott Spielman Farms facilities elsewhere, ” mation on the project, itself,
Special Writer according to the project spon- With all the property we have which would have been the sub-
sors. ject of a public hearing on Oct.
Members of the Romulus City Mucci Farms had formerly available in Romulus, why does 28. Councilwoman Eva Webb,
Council rebuffed a request last operated a similar facility in the this have to be between two residences? along with other council mem-
week for a tax abatement to City of Taylor, but had since bers, was concerned about the
bring a Canadian firm to the moved it to Huron, OH. proposed setbacks between the
southeast side of the city. “We thought it would be a several other homes nearby. Councilwoman Virginia truck loop, loading bays and the
The D & G Building Co. had great way to diversify our eco- Inkster Road is only two lanes at Williams said she wasn't in favor nearby homes.
requested an Industrial nomic base,” said Jazmine the spot. of the project. “Nobody wants a business
Development District (IDD) be Danci, director of Marketing and Residents weren't in favor of “We give too many tax breaks that big in their backyard,” she
established on two large but nar- Community Development for the the project--either the size and to businesses while our residents said.
row plots of land off Inkster city. “It's an opportunity to type of business or the possible get tax increases,” she said, The establishment of the IDD
Road, just north of Eureka Road recruit an international business tax abatement it would receive. adding: “With all the property would have been the first step in
for the construction of a green- and take one away from Ohio.” “This has always been a resi- we have available in Romulus, the process. The project would
house facility that would be The land is zoned for industri- dential area. This has never why does this have to be still have come back before the
owned and operated by Mucci al use and could accommodate been an industrial area,” said between two residences?” council for review and to deter-
Farms, which is based in much more intensive business Cheryl Brohl, whose property is Councilwoman Kathy Abdo mine if it was eligible for a tax
Ontario. The 55,000 square foot uses. It would serve only eight adjacent to the north side of the was also concerned that Mucci abatement. The IDD request
building would employ between trucks a day. There are other proposed development. She has Farms left the City of Taylor as failed for lack of support from
80 and 100 people and serve as a businesses further north, but the lived there for more than 65 soon as its tax abatement council, and the public hearing
distribution center for fruits and proposed site is between two res- years. “We didn't ask to be expired. Councilman William that had been requested for Oct.
vegetables grown at Mucci idential properties and there are rezoned.” Wadsworth wanted more infor- 28 was taken off the agenda.
Rotary Club presents

grants, honors members

The Belleville Rotary Club awarded The grant will fund a new motor and parts
three financial grants and recognized the for the robot the club members are build-
contributions of several members at the ing for competition this year.
meeting last week. “The Belleville Rotary Club has a his-
The club members presented a $500 tory of investing in the futures of
check to Gabby Burton and Martha Belleville area students, annually provid-
Honoian from Friday Fill-up, a group that ing scholarships to local students and
helps provide meals for children in food donating dictionaries to third-graders
insecure households. The group provides throughout the school district,” said Ray
a backpack to students which contains Eissenger, the Rotary member who han-
two breakfasts, two lunches and three dles publicity for the club.
snacks, plus an item to help the family “Those graduating students interested
stretch the food budget through the week- in applying for one of this year's seven Rotary District 6400 Governor John Chambers congratulates Doing the Right Thing
end. Friday Fill-up is headquartered at scholarships should obtain an application award winner Joyce Rochowiak,along with Rotary President Rachel Kozlowski.
Trinity Episcopal Church. at https://www.bellevillerotary.org/,”he
For more information about Friday added. Eissenger noted. Joyce Rochowiak was presented the
Fill-up, or to help the efforts of the group, A third grant of $5,000 was presented to The grants were funded through the “Doing the Right Thing” award in recog-
visit http://www.trinitybell.org/friday-fill- Bill and Valerie McNeece of Haiti Charles B. Cozadd Rotary Foundation. nition of her unstinting service to the
up.html. Outreach Missions which provides clean Following the grant presentation, community and especially to Rotary in
The Rotarians also presented a $1,000 water filters to a community in Haiti. Rotary District 6400 Governor John Belleville.
grant to the Belleville High School These filters are vital to the health of that Chambers honored Judge David Parrott The club also celebration the installa-
Robotics Club represented at the meeting community, reducing the incidence of for reaching another milestone in his con- tion of the newest member, Patti Monroe
by teacher and club advisor Aaron Lang. community illnesses by up to 70, percent, tributions to the Rotary Foundation and from Brown Funeral Home Services.
Final Turkey Shoot is at noon Sunday NOTICE OF SEIZURE AND INTENT TO FORFEIT

TO: Chinita Harris
The final Sumpter Township Parks and ted. You are hereby notified that on February 28th, 2019, pursuant to MCL 333.7521, the Canton Township Police Department seized
Recreation Turkey Shoot of the year will Prizes include turkey, ham, bacon and the following described property: 2001 Buick Park Avenue, VIN: 1G4CW54K114285091. If you claim an interest in the prop-
erty you must, within twenty (20) days of the first publication of this notice, file a claim with the Canton Township Police
take place at noon Oct. 27 at the police fir- cash rounds. Ammunition is provided. Department, 1150 S. Canton Center Rd., Canton, MI 48188, phone: 734-394-5400. Failure to file a written claim will result in
ing range. Registration for the event The police range is located at the old the forfeiture of the seized items to the Canton Township Police Department. CN1965 - 102419 2.5 x 1.127
begins at 11:30 a.m. landfill on West Willow Road between
Only 12, 16 and 20 gauge shotguns are Sumpter and Elwell roads. MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ROMULUS CITY COUNCIL MEETING
permitted with a maximum 30-inch barrel. For more information, call Don October 7, 2019
No scopes or extended chokes are permit- Swinson, (734) 674-4980. Romulus City Hall Council Chambers, 11111 Wayne Rd, Romulus, MI 48174
The meeting was called to order at 7:30 o’clock p.m. by Mayor Pro Tem, John Barden.
NOTICE OF SEIZURE AND INTENT TO FORFEIT Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
TO: Donnie Bernard Sanders Present Councilmembers: Kathy Abdo, John Barden, Celeste Roscoe, Tina Talley, William Wadsworth, Eva
Webb, Virginia Williams
You are hereby notified that on April 8th, 2018, pursuant to MCL 333.7521, the Canton Township Police Department seized the
following described property: 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee, VIN: 1J4GR48K35X609164. If you claim an interest in the property Absent / Excused: None
you must, within twenty (20) days of the first publication of this notice, file a claim with the Canton Township Police Department, Administrative Officials in Attendance:
1150 S. Canton Center Rd., Canton, MI 48188, phone: 734-394-5400. Failure to file a written claim will result in the forfeiture Ellen L. Craig-Bragg, Clerk
of the seized items to the Canton Township Police Department. CN1962 - 102419 2.5 x 1.127 Stacey Paige, Treasurer
Julie Wojtylko, Chief of Staff
Steve Hitchcock, City Attorney
NOTICE OF SEIZURE AND INTENT TO FORFEIT 1. Agenda
A. Moved by Tina Talley, seconded by Kathy Abdo to approve the Agenda, as presented. Motion Carried
TO: Quincey Delon Lofton Unanimously
2. Minutes
You are hereby notified that on August 1st,2018, pursuant to MCL 333.7521, the Canton Township Police Department seized the
following described property: $5,817.00 U.S. Currency. If you claim an interest in the property you must, within twenty (20) A. Res. 19-294 Moved by William Wadsworth, seconded by Kathy Abdo to approve the Minutes from the
days of the first publication of this notice, file a claim with the Canton Township Police Department, 1150 S. Canton Center Rd., Regular Meeting held on September 23, 2019. Motion Carried Unanimously
Canton, MI 48188, phone: 734-394-5400. Failure to file a written claim will result in the forfeiture of the seized items to the B. Res. 19-295 Moved by Kathy Abdo, seconded by Eva Webb to approve the Minutes from the Closed
Canton Township Police Department. CN1964 - 102419 2.5 x 1.127 Session Special Meeting(s) held on September 23, 2019. - 6:15 o’clock p.m. Union Matters; 6:30 o’clock
p.m. Attorney Opinion. Motion Carried Unanimously
3. Petitioner – None
NOTICE OF SEIZURE AND INTENT TO FORFEIT 4. Chairperson’s Report, John Barden, Mayor Pro-Tem
A. Res. 19-296 Moved by Kathy Abdo, seconded by Celeste Roscoe to adopt a Memorial Resolution for
TO: Tommie Lee Jr. John Steven Ryznar.
Motion Carried Unanimously
You are hereby notified that on April 8th, 2018, pursuant to MCL 333.7521, the Canton Township Police Department seized the B. Res. 19-297 Moved by Tina Talley, seconded by Celeste Roscoe to adopt a Memorial Resolution for
following described property: 2010 Chevrolet Traverse, VIN: 1GNLRFED9AS109006. If you claim an interest in the property
you must, within twenty (20) days of the first publication of this notice, file a claim with the Canton Township Police Department, Anthony Jesse Hamlin.
1150 S. Canton Center Rd., Canton, MI 48188, phone: 734-394-5400. Failure to file a written claim will result in the forfeiture Motion Carried Unanimously
of the seized items to the Canton Township Police Department. CN1963 - 102419 2.5 x 1.127 C. Res. 19-298 Moved by William Wadsworth, seconded by Virginia Williams to accept the Chairperson’s
Report to adopt a Memorial Resolution for John Steven Ryznar. Motion Carried Unanimously
D. Moved by Celeste Roscoe, seconded by Tina Talley to accept the Chairperson’s Report. Motion Carried
PUBLIC NOTICE Unanimously
City of Romulus 5. Mayor’s Report – LeRoy D. Burcroff, Mayor
A. Res. 19-299 Moved by William Wadsworth, seconded by Eva Webb to concur with the administration
WOODHAVEN-BROWNSTOWN SCHOOL DISTRICT - PRECINCT 4 and authorize annual Membership Dues payment to CWW in the amount of $5,190.00 until such time the
City no longer wishes to participate or budget for this expenditure in the General Fund, City Memberships
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the account. Motion Carried Unanimously
Public Accuracy Test for the November 5, 2019 B. Res. 19-300 Moved by Celeste Roscoe, seconded by Tina Talley to concur with the administration and
Woodhaven-Brownstown School District (Precinct #4, only) approve the appointment of James Crova to the Planning Commission. Motion Carried Unanimously
has been scheduled for Wednesday, October 30, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. in the Romulus City Council C. Res. 19-301 Moved by Celeste Roscoe, seconded by William Wadsworth to adopt a Resolution to
Chambers, 11111 Wayne Road, Romulus, MI. Recognize Years of Service to the Planning Commission. Motion Carried Unanimously
D. Res. 19- 302 Moved by Kathy Abdo, seconded by Virginia Williams to approve an Agreement and
License for Romulus Athletic Club (Romulus Flyers). Motion Carried Unanimously
The Public Accuracy Test is conducted to demonstrate that the program and computer used to tabu- E. FYI - no Action from Council Required
late the results of the election will count the votes in the manner prescribed by law pursuant to MCL 6. Clerk’s Report – Ellen L. Craig-Bragg, Clerk
168.798(1). A. Res. 19-303 Moved by Celeste Roscoe, seconded by Virginia Williams to approve the Request to sched-
ule a Public Hearing on October 14, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. to hear comments on a proposed Industrial
THIS IS AN OPEN MEETING Development District which includes Parcel ID numbers 80 097 01 0012 000 and 80 097 01 0014 000.
Motion Carried Unanimously
This notice is posted in compliance with PA 267 of 1976 as amended (Open Meetings Act), MCLA 7. Treasurer’s Report – Stacy Paige, Treasurer
41.72a (2) (3) and the Americans with Disabilities Act. (ADA). Reminder: Summer Tax Bills were due September 30th. Methods of payment are by mail, phone or in
person. Winter Tax Bills will go out December 1st. A special “Thank You” to Treasurer’s Office staff for
their hard work.
Individuals with disabilities requiring aids or services should contact the City of Romulus Clerk's 8. Public Comment
Office by writing or calling the following: 9. Unfinished Business
10. New Business
Ellen L. Craig-Bragg, Clerk, 11111 Wayne Road, Romulus, MI 48174, 734-942-7540. 11. Communication
12. Adjournment
A copy of this notice is on file in the Office of the City Clerk. Moved by William Wadsworth, seconded by Celeste Roscoe to adjourn the Regular Meeting at 8:03 p.m.
Motion Carried Unanimously
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 October 7, 2019.
Ellen L. Craig-Bragg, City Clerk
Publish: 10-24-19 RM0436 - 102419 2.5 x 4.377 Ellen L. Craig-Bragg, City Clerk City of Romulus, Michigan RM0435 - 102419 2.5 x 8.861