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Belleville chamber eliminates director’s position

Paul Henning is no longer the Executive Director of the service in this position,” the elected board has a number of ed.
executive director of the Belleville Area Chamber of statement read. initiatives that are being dis- The same statement included
Belleville Area Chamber of Commerce has been temporarily Henning, a 1979 graduate of cussed. They cannot wait to a notice that the chamber offices
Commerce. eliminated. The Board is devel- Belleville High School earned begin rolling things out to the would be closed through July 7
In a prepared statement, the oping a strategic plan, and will be his bachelors of science degree community, “for summer holidays and vaca-
chamber stated that his position establishing a new position, in 1985 and of the chamber had We are entering into what is tions.”
had been “temporarily eliminat- duties, and objectives for the been the executive director since being described as a “Golden New hours, “we expect” will
ed,” in what was referred to as a future within the coming months. taking the post in July of 2015. Age” for the Belleville area, and be from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m.
re-organization. We would like to express our “As always we would like to the commitment from this Board Monday, Wednesday and
“The Board of Directors has sincere gratitude and thank Mr. thank you, the members, for your is that they will be ready to usher Thursday, according to the
announced that the position of Paul Henning for his years of continued support. The newly- it in,” the prepared release stat- release.
Romulus seeks proposals

for fire house renovation

The first fire station built in the City of is near the city campus of municipal build-
Romulus is about to receive a much-need- ings, including city hall, the library and the
ed redesign and repurposing. 34th District Court. It is also near the
Developers have only until July 17 to Wayne Road/I-94 interchange, Detroit
submit proposals for work at the historic Metro Airport and a mix of commercial,
building which city officials hope can be industrial and residential developments,
transformed into a new restaurant or retail making it a highly desirable location, offi- Funds from Wayne County for $400,000 in that will act as a major draw in attracting
space. The city has already issued a formal cials said. property improvements at the site which both residents and non-residents to down-
Request for Proposals (RFP) for the work “This building really is in a prime loca- included construction of a new parking lot, town Romulus,” according to a prepared
on the single-story, 3,960-square-foot build- tion to be a dramatic entry point into our sidewalks, new exterior lighting and land- statement from the city. Possible incentives
ing which was originally constructed in downtown,” said Romulus Mayor LeRoy scaping, new windows, three exterior are available including from the city, the
1950 as “Fire Station #1”. The structure Burcroff. “We're excited to partner with a doors, roof repairs, new gutters and new DDA and the Michigan Economic
was used by the city as a fire station until developer on a creative, new concept for brick. All hazardous materials have been Development Corporation, according to
1980 when it was repurposed for other this project.” The city is looking for an abated from the interior of the building, the prepared release.
uses. The building has not been used, operator with demonstrated expertise in officials said. The RFP document and specification
according to city records, since 2012. restaurant or retail projects, according to “The city has high expectations of an and more information is available from the
The “firehouse” is located at the entry- the proposal documents. interested developer and is hoping for a to City of Romulus Purchasing Department,
way into the Romulus Downtown Romulus was able to utilize unspent create a high-quality, well-designed restau- (734) 955-4568 or purchasing@romulus-
Development Authority (DDA) district and Community Development Block Grant rant, retail or mixed use establishment gov.com.
Van Buren Concerts in the Park to begin July 10

The Van Buren Township Garden at Quirk Park, located perform Wednesday, July 17, with kets to enjoy the performances. More information about other
Board of Trustees, in collaboration behind Township Hall at 46425 regional favorite, 50 Amp Fuse Concerts begin at 7 p.m. and summer events and improvements
with the Van Buren Township Tyler Road, Van Buren Township. (popular songs from the 60s to cur- end at 8:30 p.m. Visitors are urged happening within Quirk Park,
Parks and Recreation The series begins Wednesday, rent day and rhythm and blues) to arrive early to find a great seat including the opening of a new
Department, will host the town- July 10 featuring The Dan Rafferty concluding the mini-series on with room to dance. In the event of playground and the largest Splash
ship Summer Concert Series. The Band playing top 40, pop and Wednesday, July 24. inclement weather, the perform- Pad in Wayne County, visit
free concerts will take place rhythm and blues. Attendees are encouraged to ances will be moved inside the VanBuren-MI.org. To see what is
Wednesday evenings during the The Blue Water Kings Band bring picnic dinners, non-alco- building and notices will be post- going on in the business district,
month of July in the Senior playing jazz, swing and pop will holic beverages, chairs and blan- ed. visit VanBurenDDA.com.