Plan for $400 million Plymouth electrolyzer plant is postponed
One of the key components of the Michigan International Technology Center will not be bringing a planned $400 million plant to the area anytime soon.
Plans by Nel Hydrogen, headquartered in Oslo, Norway, to build a gigafactory on former prison property shared by Plymouth and Northville townships are on hold due to “uncertainty in the U.S. policy landscape and hydrogen demand” according to the recently released 2024 annual company report. Plans for the factory were announced in 2023.
The company manufactures electrolyzers for green hydrogen production and hydrogen fueling equipment.
The company received $170 million in incentives,
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The state and the feds and the Department of Energy and everybody have thrown everything but the kitchen sink at them.
including tax credits, grants and cash to bring the new 507,000-square-foot facility, planned for 15000 Ridge Road, to Plymouth Township. The project was predicted to create more than 500 jobs at the new plant.
Nel Hydrogen had received $75 million in cash incentives and grants from the U.S. Department of Energy and the State of Michigan, as well as up to $41 million in investment tax credits through the Qualifying Advanced Energy Project Tax Credit (48C) pro -
gram.
“At this stage, no final investment decision has been made,” Wilhelm Flinder, head of investor relations, communications, and marketing at Nel Hydrogen said.
“While the United States is a highly promising market for us—given its significant potential for renewable hydrogen—establishing a large-scale facility requires clear, sustained market demand, driven by a supportive policy framework for our clients as well. Support for the Nel factory alone is
unfortunately insufficient if there is limited demand for the equipment produced.”
MITC planner and coordinator Gary Roberts noted the significant incentives already committed to the project.
“The state and the feds and the Department of Energy and everybody has thrown everything but the kitchen sink at them,” Roberts said during a recent presentation about various MITC projects. The Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) said the organization is maintaining communication with Nel Hydrogen.
“MDEC remains engaged with Nel Hydrogen on their plans for a manufacturing facility in the state,” spokesperson Otie McKinley said.
Romulus fire captain hopes to open new community theater
John Thiede is beginning the third act of his professional career with the opening of the first community theater in the City of Romulus.
“It’s really about the art, about bringing art to the community,” Thiede said.
Thiede is currently a captain with the Romulus Fire Department where his career in public safety started in 1986. His professional acting career was in tandem with his firefighting career.
His stage appearances began as a diversion during his off time from the department and burgeoned to include professional stage and TV appearances. His credits include a stint on the beloved soap opera All My Children, work at The Purple Rose Theater in Chelsea and Second City improv comedy theater in Detroit, among numerous other roles in both community and professional theater along with hosting a popular sports radio show,,
Now, Thiede said, as he plans for his retirement from the fire department next year, he is fulfilling another dream along with the free time he anticipates when he leaves his job.
“Romulus has supported me and my family for
my entire life,” he said of his long career with the department, “It’s time to give back to the community.” He said he hopes to do that with the new Hook and Ladder Theater Company, which he plans to open in a former city fire station at Wayne and Goddard roads in the current Romulus municipal complex.
The building served as a fire station from 1952 until 1980, Thiede said, and the city was looking for a tenant to lease the space. The building spoke to Thiede, he said, and once he considered the former station as a theater, he began to realize the many other services the former station might be used for in the community.
In addition to the 24 by 14-foot stage in the planned theater, Thiede sees the possibility of hosting family game nights, acting classes for students 12 to 18 and even a small studio where local podcasters can record their broadcasts. He said he has already talked to community center leaders in the city about involving seniors, something he also has planned for his 93-year-old mother, Ruth. “She can hand out programs, and just hang around,” Thiede said. “This would be something to help
ABOVE: Veteran actor and professional firefighter John Thiede of Romulus ‘shoots’ a victim during a dinner mystery theater victim portrayed by John Bromnick of Northville as witness Dan Herriman f Plymouth watches.
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keep seniors active and let them see a free show,” he added. But above all the other plans, it’s the art, Thiede repeated. “This will bring
Canton Planning Commission Oks permit for new mosque
Members of the Canton Township Board of Trustees will consider a proposal for construction of a new mosque and community center on North Ridge Road. The Canton Planning Commissioners recommended approval of a special land use permit for the new Muslim Educational Community Center of America, a 508-seat prayer space with 358 parking spaces and preserved natural areas along Fellows Creek in the 11.5-acre site between Ford and Hanford roads.
Hassan Beydoun presented the plan to the planning commissioners during the June 2 meeting, seeking
a special land use permit for the project. Beydoun identified himself as one of the founding members
of the Muslim Educational Community Center of America (MECCA) group and the treasurer of the organization.
He told the planning commission that his group sees the need for a new mosque center and that the group is seeking a place to “gather, congregate, pray and maybe for the younger guys to maybe have a little fun.” The proposal includes the possibility of a future day care and/or private school at the site, but Beydoun said those facilities might be considered in the
Photo by Bill Bresler. RIGHT:
Thiede
Canton Planning Commissioners approved a permit for construction of a mosque and community center on North Ridge Road depicted in an artist rendering.
Veteran Canton Township police officer retires from force
Jessica Nuottila retired last month after a 22-year career with the Canton Township Police Department.
Nuottila began her career with the Canton department as a Public Safety Service Officer, providing the services of police and fire radio dispatch, 911 call taker and jail attendant. She was then selected to participate in the department’ Career Development Program which provided sponsorship to a police academy. Following completion of academy training, Nuottila became a sworn Canton Township Police officer in 2011.
Nuottila was first assigned to the patrol division responding to calls for ser-
something we don’t have now to the community.”
While Thiede was a performer from the age of 5 or 6, entertaining his mother’s friends and others with his toy record player, much of the drama in his life came while he served the city. In his first year as a firefighter, he responded to the scene of Northwest Airlines Flight 255 in 1987 and helped rescue the only survivor, a 4-year-old girl. That incident stayed with him for a long time, Thiede said. He was also among a group of firefighters deployed to the site of 9-11, where he worked for 15 days.
Theater, he said, helped him cope with the stress of his job and provided a creative outlet, something he said he believes everyone needs. He said his fledgling
vice, providing traffic enforcement and conducting investigations. She spent the majority of her career working the night shift where supervisors said her
high energy, knowledge, and passion for the job enabled her to excel as a patrol officer. In addition to providing emergency services to the community, she was always willing to share her enthusiasm for law enforcement by mentoring the new officers she worked with, officials added.
In addition, Nuottila participated in numerous special units including bicycle officer, bicycle instructor, evidence technician, rapid response unit, training officer, recruiter and field training officer. In 2021, she was selected as the department training coordinator. In this new role she was responsible for coordinat-
amateur stage work eventually led to his finding an agent and experiencing a professional acting career, and to his plans to bring live theater to the city. He hopes to open the Hook and Ladder theater within a few months. Tickets for perfor-
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mances, he said, would be about $15 or $20 and he is hoping only to “break even” for some time. A 501 c 3 plan is being considered, he said. He said he is confident of a warm welcome for the new theater in the city. He already has several profes-
ing all in-house department training required for officers to maintain their certifications. In addition, she sought out additional training opportunities for staff, enhancing the level of police services provided to the community. Throughout her career Nuottila has received numerous awards and citations, including Officer of the Year in 2018. She has also received countless notes of appreciation from citizens complimenting her professionalism and kindness displayed to them in their time of need.
“Officer Jessica Nuottila has set a lasting example for all officers by maintain-
ing the highest standards of commitment and professionalism throughout her distinguished career. In her most recent role as the department’s training coordinator, she mentored both new and seasoned officers, helping them refine and elevate their policing skills. She was recently recognized for off-duty lifesaving efforts which exemplifies the way she approaches this profession with courage and excellence, and she stands as a model for all who wear the badge. We congratulate Officer Nuottila on a well-deserved retirement and with her the very best,” said Chad Baugh, director of police services.
sional directors lined up to bring live stage productions to the Hook and Ladder and each of them, like Thiede, has a large following. He is hoping to have his first show in late fall or early summer, which he hopes will be Neil
Simon’s Barefoot in the Park.
He has plans for a live version of The Rocky Horror Picture Show in October and perhaps a variation of It’s a Wonderful Life at Christmas.
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While some residents had questions regarding the impact of the project on traffic in the area, commissioners and other audience members were in favor of the project. Beydoun said typical prayer times are usually around 4:20 a.m., again at midday and in the evening hours. He said the usual times would not interfere with heavy traffic times in the area and that the issue had been specifically addressed in the traffic study performed regarding the proposed project.
Traffic concerns, including left-turn lanes, were expressed by some commissioners and residents, although approval of the permit was recommended. The proposal will now go before the township board of trustees for consideration.
PUBLIC AUCTION
FRAZIER’S AUTO SERVICE TOWING
On Tuesday, June 24th, 2025, at 11 AM, Frazier’s Auto Service Towing located at 35830 Van Born Rd, Wayne, MI, County of Wayne, will conduct a public auction of Impounded and Abandoned vehicles. The following vehicles will be offered for sale to the highest bidder.
24-89720 2015 Chrysler 200 1C3CCCAB6FN502498
The above vehicles are impounded through the City of Westland Police Department. All Vehicles are sold in “as is condition”. Bidding on all vehicles will start at the amount due for towing and storage. Vehicles may be deleted from this list at any time prior to the start of the auction. This is a cash only sale and all vehicles must be paid for in full at the conclusion of the auction.
PUBLIC AUCTION
FRAZIER’S AUTO SERVICE TOWING
On Tuesday, June 24th, 2025, at 11 AM, Frazier’s Auto Service Towing located at 35830 Van Born Rd, Wayne, MI, County of Wayne, will conduct a public auction of Impounded and Abandoned vehicles. The following vehicles will be offered for sale to the highest bidder.
25-4163 2008 CHEVROLET MALIBU 1G1ZH57B984309368
25-4306 2014 CHEVROLET MALIBU 1G11E5SL8EF207386
25-4310 2014 CHEVROLET CRUZE 1G1PC5SB9E7439156
25-6325 2015 CHEVROLET MALIBU 1G11C5SL9FF220106
The above vehicles are impounded through the City of Romulus Police Department. All Vehicles are sold in “as is condition”. Bidding on all vehicles will start at the amount due for towing and storage. Vehicles may be deleted from this list at any time prior to the start of the auction. This is a cash only sale and all vehicles must be paid for in full at the conclusion of the auction.
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Actor John Thiede reacts to discovering a murder victim in a recent community theater production.
John Thiede as one of the many comedic characters he has portrayed in community theater in the area.
The Annual Flag Day celebration in the City of Romulus drew a large audience last week when the event took place at the pavilion at Historical Park. Members of the Romulus VFW Post 78 Color Guard helped raise the American flag and short tributes included remarks from Mayor Robert McCraight. The city annually hosts the event which was established as a national holiday in 1916 by a proclamation from President Woodrow Wilson. Congress officially established June 14 as a federal holiday in 1946.
NOTICE OF SEIZURE AND INTENT TO FORFEIT
TO: Adam Imran
You are hereby notified that on April 29, 2025, pursuant to MCL 600.4701 et seq, the Canton Township Police Department seized, with intent to forfeit, the following described property: 2008 Cadillac CTS, VIN 1G6DF577680205241. You are not required to do anything further at this time to claim an interest in the seized property. A civil forfeiture matter may follow the criminal proceeding which will require further process of which you will be notified. You may contact the Canton Township Police Department, 1150 S. Canton Center Rd., Canton, MI 48188, phone: 734-394-5400.
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ROMULUS CITY COUNCIL MEETING
April 28, 2025
Romulus City Hall Council Chambers, 11111 Wayne Rd, Romulus, MI 48174
The meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m. by Councilwoman Tina Talley
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Present: Kathy Abdo, Harry Crout, David Jones, Celeste Roscoe, Tina Talley, William Wadsworth
Absent / Excused: John Barden
Administrative Officials in Attendance: Robert McCraight, Mayor Ellen L. Craig-Bragg, Clerk Stacy Paige, Treasurer Administrative Staff in Attendance: D'Sjonaun Hockenhull - Deputy Clerk; Julie Wojtylko - Chief of Staff; Stephen Hitchcock - City Attorney; Jeff Kemp - Director of Building & Planning; Carol Maise - City Planner; Kevin Krause - Director of Community Development & Safety; Ken Chapman - Director of Fire & Emergency Services; Roberto Scappaticci - DPW Director; Jerome Frayer - DDA Director; Colleen Dumas - Recreation Director; Christina Parker - Purchasing Director
1. Agenda Moved by Harry Crout, seconded by Kathy Abdo to accept the Agenda as presented. Motion Carried Unanimously
2. Minutes
A. Res. #25-107 Moved by William Wadsworth, seconded by David Jones to approve the Minutes from the Regular Meeting held on Monday, April 14, 2025, at 7:30 p.m. Motion Carried Unanimously
B. Res. #25-108 Moved by William Wadsworth, seconded by Kathy Abdo to approve the Minutes from the Special Meeting - Study Sessions held on Monday, April 14, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. to discuss amendments to the Honorary Street Naming Dedication Policy and at 6:00 p.m. to discuss the proposed FY 25/26 City Budgets for the 34th District Court and Romulus Municipal Library. Motion Carried Unanimously
3. Petitioner
A. Austen Lowis, VP of Operages for PMG Sealmaster, presented a PowerPoint presentation. Res. #25-109 Moved by Celeste Roscoe, seconded by Harry Crout to approve the first reading of the request for RZ-2025-002; Gem Seal (PMG Sealmaster) to rezone 0.94 acres of property located at 28055 Van Born Road from M-1, Light Industrial to M-T, Industrial Transportation. Motion Carried Unanimously
B. Jonathon Yono, property owner, presented a PowerPoint Presentation. Res. #25-110 Moved by Celeste Roscoe, seconded by David Jones to approve the Introduction and First Reading of a proposed Zoning Map Amendment (rezoning) to rezone Lots 6-12 from C-2, General Business to C-3, Highway Service and Lots 13 - 30 from R-1B, Single Family Residential to C-3, Highway Service to redevelop the current party store property to a retail plaza with vehicle fuel pumps. Motion Carried Unanimously Res. #25-111 Moved by Celeste Roscoe, seconded by David Jones to concur with the recommendation of the Planning Commission and approve SLU-2024-003; Vehicle Fueling Station and SLU-2024-004; Drivethrough Restaurant for Super Y Plaza, located at 7130 Middlebelt subject to the rezoning, conditional rezoning agreement and site plan. Motion Carried Unanimously
4. Chairperson’s Report, Tina Talley, Councilwoman Romulus City Council April 28, 2025 2
A. Moved by Celeste Roscoe, seconded by David Jones to accept the Chairperson's Report.
Motion Carried Unanimously
5. Mayor’s Report – Robert A. McCraight, Mayor
A. Res. #25-112 Moved by William Wadsworth, seconded by Harry Crout to concur with the Administration and authorize a no-fee permit for the use of Elmer Johnson's Park Horseshoe Pits by the Horseshoe Club on Wednesdays from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. starting May 7, 2025, through September 24, 2025. Motion Carried Unanimously
B. Res. #25-113 Moved by Celeste Roscoe, seconded by Kathy Abdo to concur with the Administration and authorize a no-fee permit for the use of Mary Ann Banks Park by Creative Minds for meetings of their girls group on Thursdays, July 17th, 24th, 3st, and August 7th and 14th of 2025, from 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Motion Carried Unanimously
C. Res. #25-114 Moved by David Jones, seconded by Celeste Roscoe to concur with the Administration and authorize a no-fee permit for the use of the Historical Park Pavilion by Linda Rodriguez for a Community Garage Sale on Saturday, May 17, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Motion Carried Unanimously
D. Res. #25-115 Moved by Kathy Abdo, seconded by Harry Crout to concur with the Administration and authorize a no-fee permit for the use of Elmer Johnson Park by the Romulus Middle School for their End of the Year 8th Grade Picnic on June 4, 2025. Motion Carried Unanimously
E. Res. #25-116 Moved by William Wadsworth, seconded by Kathy Abdo to concur with the Administration and authorize a no-fee permit for the use of the Historical Park Pavilion by St. Aloysius Parish for their celebration of prayer community event on May 10, 2025 from noon to 2 p.m. Motion Carried Unanimously
F. Res. #25-117 Moved by Celeste Roscoe, seconded by Harry Crout to concur with the Administration and authorize the Mayor and Human Resources Director to sign the Employer Resolution Establishing Military Service Contribution Requirements for Defined Benefit. Motion Carried Unanimously
G. Res. #25-118 Moved by Kathy Abdo, seconded by Harry Crout to concur with the Administration and reappoint Chris Dunn, Reverend Edward Thomas, and Durrice Green to the Romulus Housing Commission with terms to expire on February 26, 2030, and to reinstate Barbara Sanders to complete the vacated term which expires on February 26, 2026. Motion Carried Unanimously
H. Res. #25-119 Moved by Celeste Roscoe, seconded by Harry Crout to concur with the Administration and authorize the sole source purchase of Artist Fel3000 for the painting of the crosswalks throughout the Downtown R-District in the amount of $23,000.00 with a 10% contingency ($2,300.00) for any unforeseen expenses. Motion Carried Unanimously
I. Res. #25-120 Moved by Celeste Roscoe, seconded by David Jones to concur with the Administration and piggyback on the City of Warren RFP-W-1948 to enter into a 10 Year Billing Service Contract with EMS/MC for the insurance billing and collection of Fire and EMS activities. Motion Carried Unanimously
J. Res. #25-121 Moved by David Jones, seconded by William Wadsworth to concur with the Administration and authorize the Mayor and Clerk to enter into the service contract with Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP to complete a City-wide housing study in an amount not to exceed $47,500.00. Motion Carried Unanimously
K. Res. #25-122 Moved by Celeste Roscoe, seconded by David Jones to concur with the Administration and extend our existing Distribution Services agreement with Constellation Energy for 48 months and authorize the Mayor and Clerk to execute a Transaction Confirmation for the purchase of our natural gas at a fixed rate from Constellation Energy for the term beginning July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2030. Motion Carried Unanimously
L. Res. #25-123 Moved by David Jones, seconded by Celeste Roscoe to concur with the Administration and award bid ITB 24/25-12 for two (2) year pricing for as needed concrete repairs to the lowest and most responsive bidder GV Cement Contracting. Motion Carried Unanimously
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ROMULUS CITY COUNCIL MEETING May 12, 2025 Romulus City Hall Council Chambers, 11111 Wayne Rd, Romulus, MI 48174 Councilwoman Tina Talley called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m.
Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call Present: Kathy Abdo, Harry Crout, David Jones, Celeste Roscoe, Tina Talley, William Wadsworth Absent / Excused: John Barden Administrative Officials in Attendance: Robert McCraight, Mayor Ellen L. Craig-Bragg, Clerk Stacy Paige, Treasurer Administrative Staff in Attendance: D'Sjonaun Hockenhull - Deputy Clerk; Julie Wojtylko - Chief of Staff; Stephen Hitchcock - City Attorney; Kevin Losen - HR Director; Jerry Frayer - DDA Director; Colleen Dumas - Recreation Director; Kevin Krause - Director of Community Safety & Development
1. Agenda A. Moved by Kathy Abdo, seconded by Harry Crout to accept the Agenda as presented. Motion Carried Unanimously
2. Minutes
A. Res. #25-136 Moved by William Wadsworth, seconded by Kathy Abdo to approve the Minutes from the Regular Meeting held on Monday, April 28, 2025, at 7:30 p.m. Motion Carried Unanimously
B. Res. #25-137 Moved by William Wadsworth, seconded by Harry Crout to approve the Minutes from the Special Meeting - Study Session held on Monday, April 28, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. to discuss the proposed 25/26 FY City Budgets. Motion Carried Unanimously
3. Petitioner
period for 2025 to begin the first Monday in May and end by 4 p.m. on the first Monday in June, with all recommended applications placed on the agenda by the first City Council meeting in July for approval. Motion Carried Unanimously
7. Treasurer’s Report – Stacy Paige, Treasurer
8. Public Comment A resident commented on the 2024 Clean Sweep event and wished Councilman Wadsworth a happy birthday.
9. Unfinished Business – Please see the Clerk’s Office for a complete copy of the Minutes
10. New Business - None
11. Warrant A. Res. #25-135a Moved by Kathy Abdo, seconded by Celeste Roscoe to approve Warrant #: 25-08 for checks presented in the amount of $794,244.08. Motion Carried Unanimously
12. Communication - None
Moved by William Wadsworth, seconded by Kathy Abdo to approve the Minutes from the Regular Meeting held on Monday, April 28, 2025, at 7:30 p.m. Motion Carried Unanimously B. Res. #25-137 Moved by William Wadsworth, seconded by Harry Crout to approve the Minutes from the Special Meeting - Study Session held on Monday, April 28, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. to discuss the proposed 25/26 FY City Budgets. Motion Carried Unanimously
3. Petitioner - None
13. Adjournment Moved by William Wadsworth, seconded by Kathy Abdo to adjourn the meeting at 8:53 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 April 28, 2025.
4. Chairperson’s Report, Tina Talley, Councilwoman Res. #25-138 Moved by Celeste Roscoe, seconded by David Jones to concur with the Administration’s recommendation in approving a new Blue Cross Blue Shield HRA 5000 health care plan to replace the existing Blue Cross Blue Shield
Ellen L. Craig-Bragg, City Clerk City of Romulus, Michigan
and Clerk to enter into the 1st Amendment to the Romulus City Council May 12, 2025 2 Lease Agreement with the City of Romulus Municipal Library located at 11121 Wayne Road, Romulus, MI 48174. Motion Carried Unanimously
B. Res. #25-141 Moved by Kathy Abdo, seconded by Harry Crout to concur with the Administration and authorize a no-fee permit for the Ribbon Cutting of Eagle Alley in R-District and activities in R-District along with the closure of Goddard Road from Sterling Street to Shook Road beginning at 5:00 p.m.
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ROMULUS CITY COUNCIL MEETING May 27, 2025
Romulus City Hall Council Chambers, 11111 Wayne Rd, Romulus, MI 48174
Pledge of Allegiance
Councilwoman Tina Talley called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m.
Roll Call Present: Kathy Abdo, Harry Crout, David Jones, Celeste Roscoe, Tina Talley, William Wadsworth Absent / Excused: John Barden
Administrative Officials in Attendance: Administrative Staff in Attendance: D'Sjonaun Hockenhull - Deputy Clerk; Julie Wojtylko - Chief of Staff; Stephen Hitchcock - City Attorney; Steve Dudek - Technology Services Director; Maria Farris - Finance Director; Jerry Frayer - DDA Director; Gary Harris - Asst. Finance Director; Maria Lambert - Director of Resident Services
1. Agenda A. Moved by Harry Crout, seconded by Celeste Roscoe to accept the agenda as presented. Motion Carried Unanimously
2. Minutes
A. Res. #25-147 Moved by William Wadsworth, seconded by Harry Crout to approve the Minutes from the Regular Meeting held on Monday, May 12, 2025, at 7:30 p.m. Motion Carried Unanimously
B. Res. #25-148 Moved by William Wadsworth, seconded by David Jones to approve the Minutes from the Special Meeting - Executive/Closed Session held on Monday, May 12, 2025, at 6:15 p.m. to discuss an attorney's opinion and the Special Meeting - Public Hearing held on Monday, May 12, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. for the proposed 2025/26 FY Budget for the City of Romulus pursuant to Section 9.3 of the Romulus City Charter. Motion Carried Unanimously
3. Petitioner - None
4. Chairperson’s Report, Tina Talley, Councilwoman Res. #25-149 Moved by David Jones, seconded by William Wadsworth to adopt a memorial resolution for the family of Charles Barker. Motion Carried Unanimously A. Moved by Celeste Roscoe, seconded by Kathy Abdo to accept the Chairperson's Report. Motion Carried Unanimously
5. Mayor’s Report – Robert A. McCraight, Mayor Chief of Staff, Julie Wojtylko presented the Mayor's Report on behalf of Mayor McCraight.
A. Res. #25-150 Moved by Celeste Roscoe, seconded by Kathy Abdo to concur with the Administration and approve the sub-recipient agreement with Wayne County for HUD Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) for FYs 2024 to 2025 in the amount of $20,000.00. Motion Carried Unanimously
B. Res. #25-151 Moved by William Wadsworth, seconded by Kathy Abdo to concur with the Administration and approve the appointment of Jay Kuderik to the Downtown Development Authority with a term to expire on August 26, 2027. Motion Carried Unanimously
C. Res. #25-152 Moved by Celeste Roscoe, seconded by Harry Crout to concur with the Administration and approve Change Order #1 to Bid Award ITB 23/24-10 for additional work within the City of Romulus Mary Ann Banks Park to add Court Drainage & Concrete Work from Premier Group Associates with a cost not to exceed $10,000.00. Motion Carried Unanimously
D. Res. #25-153 Moved by David Jones, seconded by Celeste Roscoe to concur with the Administration and authorize the closure of Hunt Street beginning at Bibbins Street and ending at the entrance to the Post Office Romulus City Council May 27, 2025 2 on Hunt Street from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 21, 2025, for the 3rd Annual Juneteenth Community Celebration.Motion Carried Unanimously
E. Res. #25-154 Moved by Celeste Roscoe, seconded by William Wadsworth to concur with the Administration and adopt the General and Special Appropriations Act and Tax Levy Authorization for the City of Romulus and 34th District Court Fiscal Year 2025-2026 as submitted by Mayor McCraight. CITY OF ROMULUS GENERAL AND SPECIAL APPROPRIATIONS ACT
A resolution to provide for the adoption of a budget proposed by the Mayor containing estimates of proposed revenues and expenditures for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2025 and ending June 30, 2026 and millage rates to support this budget.
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROMULUS:
SECTION 1. That for the expenditures of the City Government and its activities for the fiscal year, beginning July 1, 2025 and ending June 30, 2026, the amounts in the following sections are hereby appropriated.
CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Charter Township of Canton, 1150 Canton Center S, Canton, Michigan will accept sealed proposals through the bidnetdirect. com / MITN website up to 3:00 p.m. Thursday, June 26, 2025, for the following: VICTORY PARK / ARCTIC EDGE WALK IMPROVEMENTS
Bids may be downloaded on the Bidnet direct / MITN Purchasing Group website at https://www.bidnetdirect.com/mitn/cantontownship or you may contact Mike Sheppard at: mike.sheppard@cantonmi.gov. All proposals must be submitted through the Bidnet direct / MITN website. The Township reserves the right to accept or reject any or all proposals. The Township does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services.
MICHAEL SIEGRIST, CLERK Publish 6/12/2025
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