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BELLEVILLE - ROMULUS

Dirty trick

Reward offered for return of bikes

stolen from home of quadriplegic

Lifelong Romulus resident Todd Homefield Street near Middlebelt and
Hammons, a 30-year quadriplegic, has Northline Roads in Romulus.
loved dirt bikes his entire life. Hammons Authorities say the suspects rented a U-
frequently rode bikes until an accident in Haul truck and broke into Hammons'
1989, but has continued to collect bikes garage through a window which the
over the years. thieves pried open. The suspects then cut
Earlier this spring, Hammons had the locks on the roll-up garage door and
seven dirt bikes stolen from his home and loaded the dirt bikes into the U-Haul at
he's asking the community for help in find- approximately 3 a.m. No descriptions of
ing answers. any suspects were given.
Crime Stoppers of Michigan is offering “We stand in support of Mr. Hammons Romulus resident Todd Hammons, a 30-year quadriplegic, is hoping the reward
a cash reward of up to $2,000 for any infor- and want the people responsible for this offered by Crime Stoppers will lead to the return of his stolen dirt bike collection.
mation that leads to an arrest in the case. cruel and inconsiderate act to be brought Stoppers will remain anonymous. who has any information regarding this
Surveillance shows the robbery in to justice,” Crime Stoppers officials said in Rewards are paid when an arrest is made robbery is asked to make an anonymous
progress from just before 2 a.m. until 3 a press release. -- they do not wait for a conviction, accord- call to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-SPEAK-UP
a.m. on April 4 at Hammons' home on Those who submit tips to Crime ing to the organization website. Anyone or visit the Crime Stoppers website.
Construction begins on long-awaited Van Buren splash pad

Construction has begun on the long- Development Authority (DDA), is located more than 4,070 square feet and includes During construction, employees from
anticipated Quirk Park Splash Pad in Van at 46425 Tyler Road. The new park facility a dump bucket and 19 different spray fea- the township Department of Public
Buren Township. will be the largest splash park in Wayne tures with a variety of pressure levels to Services and the Parks and Recreation
The amenity, under the auspices of the County with a total footprint of 6,359 easily accommodate zones for toddlers to Department will be managing several
Van Buren Township Downtown square feet. The spray area of facility is teens, officials said. Benches, shade sails enhancements throughout Quirk Park,
and picnic seating will be incorporated including the improvement of the pedes-
into the outer ring of the dry zone, with trian circulation within the park, a refresh
fencing surrounding the perimeter of the of the playground equipment, way-finding
pad. No standing water provides addition- signage and allocation of accessible park-
al safety for children, eliminating the need ing spaces to allow for functional ADA
for lifeguards, officials from the DDA (Americans With Disabilities Act) compli-
explained. ance.
Fully funded by the DDA, the Van Also included in the Quirk Park project
Buren Civic Fund and the township, the is an area privately funded by Chuck
Splash Pad will create another destination Covington as a memorial to of his daugh-
and gathering spot for the community, ter, Egypt Covington. The area will encom-
attracting both visitors and residents of all pass two benches, trees, landscaping and a
ages, according to officials, and will culti- monument marker.
vate an environment that promotes inclu- For more information, contact the Van
The artist's rendering of the new Quirk Park Splash Pad now under construction in Van sive play, motor skill improvement, cogni- Buren Township DDA, at (734) 699-8941 or
Buren Township. tive development and socialization. visit VanBurenDDA.com.
Library offers summer programs CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF PLYMOUTH

ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
THURSDAY, JULY 11, 2019
6:00 P.M.
Upcoming summer reading program from Repco Wildlife with live animals.
events have been scheduled at the The next program moves from Tuesday PLEASE NOTE that the Zoning Board of Appeals will hold its Regular Meeting on Thursday, July 11, 2019 commencing at 6:00
p.m., to consider:
Romulus Public Library through August. to Thursday, July 18 and will feature
The program will all take place at 6 Teens/Tweens - Far Out: Is There Life in Application 1594, R78-058-03-0009-000, 8945 Mayflower, R-1 zoning district and is requesting one variance to construct a cov-
ered front porch that would reduce the front yard setback to 20 feet whereas 25 feet is required. Variance requested is five (5)
p.m. on Tuesdays at the library, unless oth- Outer Space? feet.
erwise noted. Another change takes place with a 6:30 Application 1595, R78-005-99-0009-710, 15075 Beck RD (Buddy's Pizza), IND zoning district and is requesting one variance
July 2 will be Pajama Movie Night and p.m. program Monday, July 22, Bad Art: to have two (2) wall signs on the same façade with a public means of egress whereas only one (1) is allowed. Variance request-
the movie will be “Wonder Park” which is can you make the best bad art? The pro- ed is one (1) additional wall sign on the same facade.
rated PG; July 9 Miz Rosie the Storyteller gram is suitable for all ages. The meeting will be held at Plymouth Township Hall, 9955 N. Haggerty Road in the Town Hall Meeting Room.
will appear discussing “Life and Times of On July 23 Cameron Zvara, a magician Jerry Vorva, Clerk
Maya Angelou”; July 16 will feature a visit and entertainer will appear. Charter Township of Plymouth

Posted: Eagle Newspaper June 20, 2019 PT0252 - 062019 2.5 x 2.65
PLYMOUTH TOWNSHIP WATER QUALITY REPORT
Plymouth Township’s Annual Water Quality Report is now available. The report describes the source and quality of your drink- MINUTES OF REGULAR ROMULUS CITY COUNCIL MEETING
ing water. June 03, 2019
Romulus City Hall Council Chambers, 11111 Wayne Rd. Romulus, MI 48174
The annual report has been required by law since the U.S. Congress passed the 1996 Safe Drinking Act
Amendments. The meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m. by Mayor Pro-Tem John Barden.
Pledge of Allegiance
Most of the Detroit metro area, including Plymouth Township, receives its drinking water from the Detroit River. The Great Roll Call: Kathy Abdo, John Barden, Celeste Roscoe, William Wadsworth, Eva Webb, Virginia Williams.
Lakes Water Authority (formerly Detroit Water and Sewerage Department) operates the water treatment facilities and pumping Excused: Tina Talley.
stations that supply water to the Township, which operates the pipeline infrastructure and acts as the retailer to area businesses Administrative Officials in Attendance:
and residents.
LeRoy D. Burcroff, Mayor
Ellen L. Craig-Bragg, Clerk
The report is available at http://www.plymouthtwp.org/Notices/PublicNotices/2018WaterQualityReport.pdf To receive a paper
copy in the mail, please contact us at (734) 354-3270 x 3. You may also pick up a paper copy at the Clerk’s Office or Division Stacy Paige, Treasurer
of Public Services at Township Hall, 9955 N Haggerty, Plymouth, MI 48170. PT0253 - 062019 2.5 x 1.92 1. Moved by Abdo, seconded by Roscoe to accept the agenda as presented. Motion Carried Unanimously.
19-162 2A. Moved by Wadsworth, seconded by Abdo to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of the
Romulus City Council held on May 28, 2019. Motion Carried Unanimously.
3. Petitioner
4. Chairperson’s Report
CITY OF ROMULUS 19-163 4A. Moved by Webb, seconded by Roscoe to adopt a memorial resolution for the family of Deacon Eric
BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS NOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING H. Talley. Motion Carried Unanimously.
WEDNESDAY, July 10, 2019 4. Moved by Roscoe, seconded by Abdo to accept the Chairperson’s Report. Motion Carried Unanimously.
5. Mayor’s Report
Mayor Burcroff presented a video of upcoming City events.
Notice is hereby given that the City of Romulus Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings 19-164 5A. Moved by Webb, seconded by Abdo to concur with the administration and authorize the mayor and
at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 10, 2019 at the Romulus City Hall, 11111 Wayne Road to con- clerk to enter into the Inter-Governmental Agreement with Wayne County for the Merriman Road asphalt resur-
sider the following petitions: facing project between Ecorse Road and Van Born Road. The City’s local share will be approximately
$76,870.00. Motion Carried Unanimously.
1. BZA-2019-010; Chief's Trucking requesting variances from Section 11.17(b)(1)/8.04(a) of the 19-165 5B. Moved by Wadsworth, seconded by Roscoe to concur with the administration and introduce Budget
Zoning Ordinance for outdoor storage to encroach into the required side yard setbacks; a 10 foot Amendment 18/19-27 to cover costs for utilities through end of FY 2018/19 as approved by the Library Board
setback is required however the applicant is requesting that storage be located up to the proper- on May 20, 2019.
ty line on both the north and south sides. The property is located 6580 Inkster (Lot 4)/ #80-004- FUND/DEPT. CURRENT AMENDED
01-0004-000, and 6538 Inkster (Lot 3)/ #80-004-01-0003-000. ACCOUNT NO. ACCOUNT NAME BUDGET AMENDMENT BUDGET
Municipal Library Fund
Expense
2. TEMP-2019-002; Deranged Haunted Attraction requesting temporary use approval for an out- 271-790-920.000 Utilities 18,400 7,000 25,400
door haunted attraction with a walking trail and temporary structure from 9/13/19 through Fund Balance
11/2/19. The subject property is located at 35560 Goddard (Parcel ID #80-068-01-0027-002). 271-000-390.000 Fund Balance 214,588 (7,000) 207,588
To cover costs for utilities through end of FY 2018/19 as approved by the Library Board on May 20, 2019.
3. BZA-2019-011; WH Canon Plant Nursery requesting a variance from Section 11.17.b.(1) of Motion Carried Unanimously.
the Zoning Ordinance to allow outdoor storage on a parcel that does not contain a building. The Clerk’s Report
property is located at 37270 Northline (Parcel ID #80-079-99-0019-703). 19-166 6A1. Moved by Webb, seconded by Abdo to approve second reading/final adoption of Budget
Amendment 18/19-26, Narcotic Forfeitures – State. Roll Call Vote: Ayes – Abdo, Barden, Roscoe, Wadsworth,
Webb. Nays – Williams. Motion Carried.
4. BZA-2019-012; Wayne County Airport Authority requesting a variance from Section 48-7 of 19-167 6A2. Moved by Abdo, seconded by Roscoe to schedule a study session for Monday, June 10, 2019 at
the Sign Ordinance to allow a 26'4" high, 180-sq. ft. (360 sq. ft. total area) scrolling, multi-col- 7:00 p.m. to discuss the City Quarterly Investment Report. Motion Carried Unanimously.
ored changeable message sign. The subject property is located at 11050 Rogell Dr. (Parcel ID # 19-168 6A3. Moved by Wadsworth, seconded by Abdo to concur with the Executive Advisory Committee and
80-189-99-0093-000.) reappoint Sheldon Chandler and Kenneth Mientkiewicz to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a three-year term to
commence on July 1, 2019 and expire on June 30, 2022. Motion Carried Unanimously.
5. BZA-2019-013; M&K Truck Center requesting a variance from Section 48-7 of the Sign 6B. Treasurer’s Report
Ordinance to allow a two wall signs where only one is allowed and to exceed the sign area City Treasurer, Stacy Paige, attended a meeting with Wayne County Treasurer, Eric Sabree regarding home
allowed. The subject property is located at 29275 Citrin Dr. (Parcel ID # 80-047-99-0024-704). foreclosures. The ultimate goal is to help people who are struggling to pay their taxes; Mrs. Paige has
information for anyone who is interested in the resources to assist taxpayers – call the Treasurer’s Office at
734-942-7580.
6. BZA-2019-014; Adams Outdoor Advertising requesting a variance from Section 48-7 of the 7. Public Comment
Sign Ordinance to allow a 71’ high, 1,344-sq. ft. digital message billboard. The subject proper- A resident commented about large trees in a drainage ditch on his property.
ty is located at 36836 Northline Rd. (Parcel ID # 80-079-00-0019-702). 8. Unfinished Business
9. New Business
Copies of the applications are available for review at City Hall during regular business hours which Councilman Wadsworth commented on the 15 percent water loss; DPW Director, Roberto Scappaticci, informed
are 8:00 am - 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday. All interested parties are encouraged to attend and that the water loss fluctuates between 14 to 15 percent and the City is implementing a commercial meter
will be given an opportunity to comment on said requests. Written comments may be submitted and exchange as the current meters are no longer producing accurate water readings.
should be addressed to Carol Maise, City Planner, Planning Department, 11111 Wayne Road, 10. Communication
Romulus, MI 48174-1485. Councilwoman Abdo gave a reminder of the Romulus Historical Society’s Flea Market on Saturday, June 29,
2019 from 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. at the Historical Park. If interested in being a vendor, contact Cathy Morse
at 734-941-6361.
Ellen Craig-Bragg, City Clerk 11. Moved by Wadsworth, seconded by Webb to adjourn the regular meeting of the Romulus City Council
City of Romulus, Michigan meeting at 7:56 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
Publish: June 20, 2019 RM0406 - 061319 2.5 x 6.64 copy of the minutes of the regular meeting of the Romulus City Council held on June 03, 2019. RM0407 - 061319 2.5 x 8.491