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ROMULUS

Seasonal celebration

Families gathered at the Romulus Senior Center from 10:30 until
noon Dec. 8 to get an early start on celebrating the holidays during
the annual Brunch with Santa event, hosted by the Romulus
Recreation Department. Guests enjoyed breakfast, arts and crafts
and a special story time with Santa and Mrs. Claus.

Metro Detroit Airport wins highest customer rating

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County through at least one U.S. or Canadian air- The Detroit Metropolitan Airport in Tourism also continues to be a key
Airport (DTW) ranks number one for port and covers both departure and Romulus is a world-class global supply industry for the state of Michigan, with
overall traveler satisfaction among 17 arrival experiences during the past three chain asset as well as one of the largest visitor spending in the state reaching
other mega airports in North America, months. Mega airports are those having 33 U.S. air hubs. Located within 500 miles of growing 3.9% in 2018 to $25.7 billion.
according to J.D. Power's 14th annual million or more passengers per year. nearly half the U.S. and Canadian popula- Additionally, tourism spending supports
North American Airport Satisfaction “Michigan continues to grow its reputa- tion and commerce centers, Michigan 6.0% of all jobs in Michigan. Detroit Metro
Study for 2019. tion as a national leader in both leisure provides unparalleled access to the mar- Airport serves as a major point of entry
The 2019 North America Airport travel and business attraction as a result ket. into Michigan for national and interna-
Satisfaction Study measures overall trav- of key assets like the Detroit Metro In addition, many businesses credit tional leisure travelers and has been a
eler satisfaction with mega, large and Airport,” said Jeff Mason, CEO of the being near Detroit Metropolitan Airport partner with the award-winning Pure
medium North American airports by Michigan Economic Development as a critical logistical advantage when Michigan campaign to welcome visitors -
examining six factors (in order of impor- Corporation. “This recognition by J.D. choosing to build research and develop- particularly international arrivals - to the
tance): terminal facilities; airport accessi- Power highlights the strength of ment sites in the state. state.
bility; baggage claim; security check; Michigan's supply chain and logistics
check-in/baggage check; and food, bever- ecosystem for our businesses and the MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ROMULUS CITY COUNCIL MEETING
age and retail. Now in its 14th year, the warm welcome visitors can expect when December 2, 2019
study is based on responses from 32,276 they come to experience all Pure Romulus City Hall Council Chambers, 11111 Wayne Rd, Romulus, MI 48174
U.S. or Canadian residents who traveled Michigan has to offer.
The Meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m. by Mayor Pro Tem John Barden
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF NORTHVILLE Present: Kathy Abdo, John Barden, Tina Talley, William Wadsworth, Eva Webb, Virginia Williams
ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS - PUBLIC HEARING Absent / Excused: Celeste Roscoe
January 15, 2020 - 7:00 PM Administrative Officials in Attendance:
Leroy D. Burcroff, Mayor
The Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) has scheduled a public hearing for Wednesday, January 15, 2020 at the Stacy Paige, Treasurer
Northville Township Municipal Office Building, located at 44405 Six Mile Road, Northville, MI. The ZBA will Administrative Staff in Attendance: Steve Hitchcock, City Attorney; Robin R. Underwood, Deputy Clerk
consider a variance request to Chapter 170, Zoning Ordinance as follows: 1. Agenda
Moved by Kathy Abdo, seconded by Tina Talley to accept the Agenda as presented
• 170-18.1 Schedule of Regulations Limiting Height, Bulk, Density and Area by Land Use to allow an Motion Carried Unanimously.
expansion of a nonconforming front yard setback for property located at 16585 Franklin Rd. 2. Minutes
Res. #19-366 Moved by William Wadsworth, seconded by Eva Webb to approve the Minutes from the
Written comments regarding these requests will be received by the ZBA at 44405 Six Mile Regular Meeting held on November 25, 2019. Motion Carried Unanimously.
Road, Northville, MI 48168. The meeting will begin at 7:00 P.M. 3. Petitioner - None.
4. Chairperson’s Report, John Barden, Mayor ProTem
Paul Slatin, Chair Moved by Tina Talley, seconded by Kathy Abdo to accept the Chairperson’s Report.
Zoning Board of Appeals Motion Carried Unanimously.
5. Mayor’s Report – LeRoy D. Burcroff, Mayor
Publish: December 19, 2019 NT0034 - 121919 2.5 x 2.434 The “Peanut Bowl Champions” Romulus Flyers football J.V. Team and the Freshman Team, “Runner
Ups” were presented Championship medals.
A. Res. #19-367 Moved by William Wadsworth, seconded by Kathy Abdo to concur with the adminis-
tration and approve the DDA Board reappointment of Reverend James Bowen with a term to expire on
CITY OF ROMULUS REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS December 31, 2023 to the Downtown Development Authority.
RFP 19/20-14 Merriman Road SAD Landscaping & Irrigation System Motion Carried Unanimously.
Two Year Maintenance Contract B. Res. #19-368 Moved by Eva Webb, seconded by Kathy Abdo to concur with administration and con-
The City of Romulus is seeking proposals from experienced and qualified contractors for the pur- sent piggyback on MiDeal Contract #071B7700181 with Gorno Ford to purchase one (1) Ford F150
pose on entering into a two year contractual services contract for the maintenance of the landscap- Lariat Pick-up Truck in the amount of $43,665.00 including extended warranty and options.
Motion Carried Unanimously.
ing and irrigation system located in the Special Assessment District located along Merriman Road C. Res. #19-369 Moved by Eva Webb, seconded by Kathy Abdo to Table the Introduction of Budget
in the City of Romulus. Amendment 19/20 10 to bring back during Budget time.
(1) Qualified individuals and firms wishing to submit a proposal must use the forms provided Motion Carried Unanimously.
by the City. Proposal forms and specifications may be obtained from the MITN system at D. Res. #19-370 Moved by William Wadsworth, seconded by Eva Webb to concur with Administration and
http://www.mitn.info/. Copies of documents obtained from any other source are not consid- introduce Budget Amendment 19/2011 to pay for final construction costs of Goddard Road Streetscape.
ered official copies. Proposals may be rejected unless made on the forms included with the
bidding documents. FUND/DEPT. CURRENT AMENDED
(2) Questions must be emailed to Purchasing@romulusgov.com and received no later than ACCOUNT NO. ACCOUNT NAME BUDGET AMENDMENT BUDGET
12:00 PM Local Time, January 07, 2020. Major Roads
(3) Clarifications, modifications, or amendments may be made to this solicitation at the discre- Fund Balance Fund Balance 919,956 100,700 819,256
202-000-390.000
tion of the City. Any and all addenda issued by the City will be posted on the MITN sys- Expense
tem. All interested parties are instructed to view the MITN website regularly for any issued 202-463-980.013 Capital Outlay 100,700 100,700
addenda. It is the responsibility of the bidder to obtain all issued addenda and acknowledge
receipt of said addenda by including a printed copy of each addendum as part of the required To pay for final construction costs of Goddard Road Streetscape. Motion Carried Unanimously.
documents for this solicitation and to list the addendum and sign and date the
"Acknowledgment of Receipt Addenda Form: supplied in the RFP documents. 6. Clerk’s Report – Ellen L. Craig-Bragg, Clerk
(4) A total of four (4) copies (One original and four marked "Copy") and 1 electronic copy in A. Res. #19-371 Moved by Kathy Abdo, seconded by Eva Webb to approve the Second Reading, Final
"PDF" form of the documents of the proposal must be submitted together in a sealed enve- Adoption of Amendment to Code of Ordinances, Chapter 62, Article II, and Section 62, to add Division
4A Illicit Discharge & Stormwater Control.
lope or package and returned to the City Clerk's Office no later than 2:30 P.M., Tuesday, Motion Carried Unanimously.
1/14/2020. The original proposal may be clipped but should not be stapled or bound. Copies B. Res. #19-372 Moved by Eva Webb, seconded by Kathy Abdo to approve the Second Reading, Final
may be stapled and bound. The original and copies should be identical, excluding the obvi- Adoption of a Zoning Amendment for RZ2019003 for Global Truck Repair, to Rezone 10.10 acres of prop-
ous difference in labeling. Proposals should be addressed using the Proposal Package Label erty (Ecorse Rd, Parcel ID#80004020815000) from M1, Light Industrial to MT, Industrial Transportation.
provided in the solicitation documents. Motion Carried.
(5) At approximately 2:45 p.m. local time following the deadline for submitting bids, all time- C. Res. #19-373 Moved by William Wadsworth, seconded by Virginia Williams to approve the First Reading
ly received bids are to be publicly opened and read. / Introduction of an Amendment to Code of Ordinances, Chapter 38 Parks and Recreation, Article I,
(6) The successful Contractor will be required to enter into a contract with, and provide all Section 3810, Firearms and Explosives. Motion Carried
bonds and submit proof of all insurance required by the request for proposal documents and 7. Treasurer’s Report – Stacy Paige, Treasurer
Treasurer Paige announced that the Quarterly Report is available to peruse if anyone is interested. Tax bills
originals of all required endorsements acceptable to the City. were sent out, please call the office if you have any questions or concern.
(7) The City reserves the right to postpone the opening without notification and also reserves 8. Public Comment - One (1) resident addressed City Council.
the right to reject all proposals and to waive any minor informality or irregularity in pro- 9. Unfinished Business
posals received. Ultimately, a contract may be awarded to the lowest most responsive and A. Res. #19-374 Moved by Eva Webb, seconded by Kathy Abdo to remove from the Table Resolution #19-
responsible company, as determined in the sole discretion of the City of Romulus or other- 347 relating to the SLU2019002; Miller Pipeline (6911 Metroplex) Special Land Use Request. Motion
wise in a manner deemed by the City to be in its own best interest. Carried Unanimously.
(8) The City reserves the right to reject as non-responsive any proposals that do not contain the B. Res. #19-375 Moved by Kathy Abdo, seconded by William Wadsworth to approve the SLU2019002;
information requested in this RFP Miller Pipeline (6911 Metroplex) Special Land Use Request.Motion Carried Unanimously.
(9) The City reserves the right to reject as non-responsive any proposals which are not organ- 10. New Business - None.
11. Communication
ized and formatted as described in this RFP. Councilwoman Talley requested sponsorships for “Wreaths Across America.”
(10) The City, during the course of the evaluation process, may request additional written infor- Councilwoman Abdo encouraged everyone to support the Romulus H.S. National Honor Society’s
mation to supplement and clarify the information provided in this response. Bowling Fundraiser on Sunday, 12/8/2019 and gave special thanks to the Romulus House for the
(11) The City, at the discretion of the proposal evaluation team, may conduct interviews with Thanksgiving Dinners served free to the community.
some or all of the companies that submitted proposals for consideration. Mayor Burcroff invited all to the Tree Lighting event on Friday, 12/6/2019 at 6:00 p.m., at the Historical Park.
(12) For additional information contact Gary Harris, City of Romulus, Purchasing Director, by 12. Adjournment
calling (734) 955-4568 or by emailing purchasing@romulusgov.com. Moved by William Wadsworth, seconded by Eva Webb to adjourn the meeting at 8:15 p.m.
(13) The City of Romulus strictly prohibits the reproduction or publishing of any published doc- Motion Carried Unanimously.
ument or solicitation without the express written consent of the City of Romulus. 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 December 2, 2019.
Unauthorized posting of any notice of these documents or reference to said documents or
solicitations is strictly prohibited.
Ellen L. Craig-Bragg, City Clerk
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