Romulus public meetings in 2024
40 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Police, Fire, and Safety Commission
The Police, Fire and Safety Commission approved minutes and the 2025 meeting calendar. They received updates on a new drone program involving Police, Fire, and DPW; police staffing at 48 officers with two vacancies and a future request for five more; and fire run volumes down 10% due partly to hotel enforcement. A new ambulance is expected December 20, and commissioners discussed Medicaid ambulance billing rates.
- New drone program launched with Police, Fire, and DPW participation
- Police staffing at 48 officers with two vacancies; plan to request five additional positions
- Fire run volume down 10%, with 400 fewer runs from hotel district enforcement
- New ambulance due December 20, 2024
- Discussion of Medicaid ambulance transport billing: $300 per trip, potential federal reimbursement of 70 cents per dollar
Planning Commission
The provided agenda and packet documents are listed as files but contain no specific text, motions, or discussion items. The meeting is scheduled for December 16, 2024.
The Planning Commission voted 5-3 to recommend City Council approval of the conditional rezoning, special land use, and site plan for a Pilot Travel Center and Southern Tire Mart at 10250 Vining Road. The recommendation includes amendments to the Conditional Rezoning Agreement and several waivers, including allowing two driveways and a wider south driveway, a sidewalk fee-in-lieu payment of $65,625, and a greenbelt berm waiver. A motion to deny the rezoning failed 3-5.
- Recommended approval of conditional rezoning RZ-2024-001 for 25.53 acres at 10250 Vining Road (5-3)
- Recommended approval of special land use SLU-2024-002 for a truck stop (5-3)
- Recommended approval of site plan SPR-2023-029 for Pilot Travel Center (5-3)
- Denied motion to recommend denial of conditional rezoning (3-5)
- Approved agenda as published (8-0)
- Approved minutes of November 18, 2024 meeting (7-0-1)
Downtown Development Authority
The DDA will vote on approval of the treasurer's report ($784,209.01), current bills ($152,623.21), and a one-year lawn maintenance contract with Premier Group Associates. The director reported a $66,541.50 payment to C&S Construction for work on Goddard Alley Way.
- Approval of treasurer's report for $784,209.01
- Approval of current bills for $152,623.21
- Motion to approve Premier Group Associates lawn & landscape contract for 1 year at current prices
- Payment of $66,541.50 to C&S Construction for Goddard Alley Way work
The Downtown Development Authority approved the treasurer's report of $754,126.13 and current bills of $28,428.38, and reappointed Keith Johnston as Chairperson, Randy Moffat as Vice Chairperson, and Brian Bush as Secretary. The board also received the PA 57 of 2018 Annual Information Update and heard the director's report, including a $18,540 payment for Goddard Alley Way work.
- Approved agenda as presented
- Approved minutes of Dec 11, 2024 meeting
- Approved treasurer's report of $754,126.13 and filed for audit
- Approved current bills of $28,428.38
- Reappointed Keith Johnston as Chairperson, Randy Moffat as Vice Chairperson, Brian Bush as Secretary
- Adjourned at 11:09 am
Tax Increment Finance Authority
The Tax Increment Finance Authority will vote on the treasurer's report totaling $19,836,330.80 and approve current bills of $100,602.06. New business includes discussion of a Flysafe Renewal and a Detroit Regional Chamber invoice. The board will also hear a DPW update from Roberto Scappaticci and a monthly report on the Romulus Athletic Center.
- Treasurer's report of $19,836,330.80 to be approved and filed for audit
- Approval of current bills in the amount of $100,602.06
- New Business: Flysafe Renewal discussion
- New Business: Detroit Regional Chamber Invoice
- Old Business: DPW update by Roberto Scappaticci
The Romulus Tax Increment Finance Authority approved the treasurer's report of $19,836,330.80, current bills of $100,602.06, and the 2025 Airspace Link Flysafe Program renewal. They also approved Detroit Regional Chamber membership dues. Project updates were given on DPW and RAC projects, but no major policy changes were made.
- Approved agenda as amended
- Approved November 13, 2024 minutes
- Approved treasurer's report of $19,836,330.80 and filed for audit
- Approved current bills of $100,602.06
- Approved 2025 Airspace Link Flysafe Program renewal
- Approved annual Detroit Regional Chamber membership dues
Police, Fire, and Safety Commission
The Police, Fire, and Safety Commission received updates including police re-accreditation (second cycle, one of ten accredited departments in Michigan), a new parking ordinance app, and a juvenile crime increase. Fire department reported receiving a grant for 27 sets of turnout gear. The commission discussed a possible resolution against a proposed Pilot gas station at Vining and I-94 and questioned about transition home ordinances.
- Police re-accreditation completed (second cycle, three-year requirement)
- Discussion of possible resolution against Pilot gas station at Vining and I-94
- Fire department received grant for 27 sets of turnout gear
- Parking ordinance app link shared with commission members
- Two new police recruits speak Spanish and Arabic
Planning Commission
The agenda provided consists of procedural links to the meeting agenda and packet. No specific discussion items or decisions are listed in the provided text.
Downtown Development Authority
The Romulus Downtown Development Authority will consider approving a Memorandum of Understanding with DTE to replace streetlight stock material on Goddard Road. The board also reviews financial reports totaling $618,013.55, approves 2025 meeting dates, and authorizes holiday decorations. Payments for alleyway park construction are noted in the director's report.
- Approval of Treasurer's Report for $428,605.23
- Approval of current bills for $189,408.32
- Motion to approve DTE MOU for streetlight material replacement on Goddard Road between Grant Street and Wayne Road
- Motion to approve Bronners holiday decorations not to exceed $3,300
- Payments to C&S Construction totaling $63,899.70 for alleyway park work
Tax Increment Finance Authority
The Tax Increment Finance Authority will consider a motion to join a U.S. delegation invited by the Undersecretary of State for economic growth, with a funding request. Other business includes approval of the Treasurer's Report ($15,688,542.55) and current bills ($2,121,736.37), adoption of 2025 meeting dates, and a scissor lift purchase for the Romulus Athletic Center. Reports will cover the RAC monthly dashboard, retail recruitment, attendance, bylaws, drone initiatives, a flag project, and a solar project update.
- Invitation from U.S. Undersecretary of State for economic growth to join U.S. delegation; funding request to be considered.
- Motion to approve Treasurer's Report of $15,688,542.55 and file for audit.
- Motion to approve current bills totaling $2,121,736.37.
- Motion to approve 2025 meeting dates as presented.
- Scissor lift purchase for the Romulus Athletic Center (RAC).
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Tax Increment Finance Authority
The Romulus Tax Increment Finance Authority will consider approving September and October treasurer reports totaling over $33 million and bills of about $128,000. They will also receive updates on the RAC Solar Project and a DTE Street Lighting Proposal, and hear the monthly Romulus Athletic Center report.
- Approval of September ($16,702,723.53) and October ($16,761,253.31) treasurer reports for audit
- Approval of September bills ($3,767.32) and current bills ($124,160.03)
- Old business: RAC Solar Project update
- New business: DTE Street Lighting Proposal
- Monthly Romulus Athletic Center report by Lou Lombardo
Downtown Development Authority
The Downtown Development Authority will consider approving financial reports, including a treasurer's report of $628,193.42 and current bills of $8,171.74. New business includes motions for Christmas decorations installation ($5,500), Kingsley house lights ($1,200), newsletter advertising ($1,200), conference attendance ($310), and a $119,724.99 payment to Premier Group Associates for Mary Ann Banks Park. The directors report updates on recent events and sidewalk discussions.
- Motion to approve $119,724.99 payment to Premier Group Associates for work at Mary Ann Banks Park
- Motion to approve $5,500 for Money Green lawn service to install Christmas decorations and tree lights downtown
- Motion to approve $1,200 for Money Green lawn service to install Christmas lights on Kingsley house
- Motion to approve $1,200 for advertising in the Romulus Community Connection Newsletter
- Motion to approve $310 for director to attend Michigan Downtown Association conference in Ann Arbor
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Planning Commission
The provided documents consist of the agenda and meeting packet for the September 16, 2024, Planning Commission meeting. No specific action items, proposals, or discussion topics are listed in the provided text.
Tax Increment Finance Authority
The Tax Increment Finance Authority will meet to approve a treasurer's report and current bills. The agenda also includes a monthly update on the Romulus Athletic Center.
- Approval of Treasurer's Report in the amount of $16,702,723.53
- Approval of current bills in the amount of $3,767.32
- Monthly Romulus Athletic Center Report by Lou Lombardo
Downtown Development Authority
The Downtown Development Authority will vote on a motion to approve an RFP for Goddard Park plaza improvements to low bidder C & S Construction Management for $158,700, with the DDA contributing $120,000. The board will also approve the treasurer's report of $679,269.56 and current bills of $27,200.81, and review quotes for Christmas decorations. A director's report notes the sale of 12100 Huron River Dr. to New Freedom Fellowship Church.
- Motion to approve RFP 24/25-02 for Goddard Park plaza improvements to C & S Construction Management for $158,700 (DDA contributing $120,000 from account #248-728-980)
- Treasurer's report of $679,269.56 to be approved and filed for audit
- Current bills totaling $27,200.81 to be approved
- Review of Christmas decoration quotes: LeClerc Display $8,740, Money Green Lawn Service $6,700, and Skyline decoration ~$3,000
- Property at 12100 Huron River Dr. (Everingham Clinic) sold to New Freedom Fellowship Church on 8/12/2024
Tax Increment Finance Authority
The Tax Increment Finance Authority will consider approving current bills totaling $1,010,943.15 and a First Amendment to a Development and Reimbursement Agreement. The board will also receive updates on the Romulus Athletic Center and a director's report on the purchase of three drones and FAA licensing progress.
- Approval of bills totaling $1,010,943.15
- First Amendment to Development and Reimbursement Agreement
- Purchase of 3 drones and FAA Part 107 license testing
- Monthly Romulus Athletic Center report by Lou Lombardo
The Tax Increment Finance Authority approved the agenda, prior meeting minutes, treasurer's report, and current bills totaling $1,010,943.15. Members also approved the First Amendment to the Development and Reimbursement Agreement as presented. The meeting included updates on the Romulus Athletic Center and the purchase of three drones, with one staff member passing FAA Part 107 licensing.
- Approved agenda as amended
- Approved July 10, 2024 minutes as amended
- Approved Treasurer's Report and filed for audit
- Approved current bills of $1,010,943.15
- Approved First Amendment to Development and Reimbursement Agreement
Downtown Development Authority
The Romulus Tax Increment Finance Authority will vote on approval of minutes, treasurer's report, and bills totaling $1,010,943.15. They will also consider a First Amendment to a Development and Reimbursement Agreement. Updates will be presented on the Romulus Athletic Center and a drone program (three drones purchased, FAA Part 107 licensing progress).
- Motion to approve current bills in the amount of $1,010,943.15
- First Amendment to Development and Reimbursement Agreement
- Drone update: 3 drones purchased, 1 person passed FAA Part 107 license test
The Downtown Development Authority approved a $56,454.53 payment to Premier Group Associates for work at Mary Ann Banks Park, along with the treasurer's report and current bills. All motions passed unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 11:07 am.
- Approved agenda as presented
- Approved minutes of July 10, 2024 meeting
- Approved Treasurer's Report of $741,417.72 and filed for audit
- Approved current bills of $5,844.59
- Approved Payment 1 to Premier Group Associates of $56,454.53 for Mary Ann Banks Park work
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals is holding its regular meeting on August 7, 2024. The agenda text only references the meeting agenda PDF and the meeting packet PDF, with no individual agenda items described. The actual items for discussion or decision are contained in the linked documents, which are not reproduced here.
The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a temporary use permit for Deranged Haunted Attraction at 35560 Goddard Road, allowing an outdoor haunted attraction with a walking trail and temporary structures from September 13 to November 2, 2024, plus an additional weekend in May 2025. The approval was subject to 12 conditions, including inspections, safety plans, and sound/light restrictions. The board also elected new officers and honored outgoing member Donald Morris.
- Approved temporary use for Deranged Haunted Attraction at 35560 Goddard Road (5-0)
- Approved minutes of May 1, 2024 meeting (5-0)
- Elected Jerry Frederick as Chair (5-0)
- Elected David Jones as Vice Chair (5-0)
- Elected Brian Lloyd as Secretary (5-0)
- Adopted resolution of appreciation for Donald Morris (unanimous)
Planning Commission
The Romulus Planning Commission is meeting on July 15, 2024, but the agenda lists only a public hearing notice and general references to the meeting agenda and packet. No specific rezonings, ordinances, or other substantive items are described in the provided text.
- Public hearing scheduled (topic not specified in agenda)
- Planning Commission meeting agenda (PDF provided)
- Planning Commission meeting packet (PDF provided)
Tax Increment Finance Authority
The Romulus Tax Increment Finance Authority will meet to approve recent bills and the treasurer's report. The agenda includes discussions regarding Northpoint infrastructure and the Smith Road Water Main award.
- Approval of current bills totaling $531,573.69
- Smith Road Water Main Award (Roberto Scappaticci)
- Aerotropolis Annual Report review
- Request for Drones
- Northpoint infrastructure discussion
Downtown Development Authority
The Downtown Development Authority will consider a motion to purchase 600 feet of crowd control barrier fencing from Uline. The meeting also includes approval of current bills and updates on park construction.
- Motion to purchase 600 feet of crowd control barrier fencing for $7,371.63
- Approval of current bills in the amount of $8,241.84
- Update on construction at Mary Ann Banks Park
Police, Fire, and Safety Commission
The commission voted to suspend its scheduled meetings for July 16 and August 20, 2024. Police department updates included reports on new personnel and vehicle vandalism in West Village Estates. The fire department noted that five employees will complete paramedic school next month.
- Suspension of July 16 and August 20, 2024 meetings
- Public swearing-in at City Hall on June 28, 2024, at 3:00 PM
- Report of teenagers throwing rocks at vehicles in West Village Estates
- Five fire department employees finishing Paramedic School next month
- Police officer pay noted at $89,000 for five years of service
Planning Commission
The provided document contains only the meeting agenda and packet files. There are no details regarding specific proposals, rezoning requests, or decisions in the text provided.
Tax Increment Finance Authority
The Romulus Tax Increment Finance Authority will meet to approve May 8 meeting minutes and current bills of $248,937.69. The agenda also includes discussion regarding a welcome sign and flag project and various director reports.
- Approval of $248,937.69 in current bills
- Welcome sign and Flag Project
- Romulus Athletic Center update
- Director's reports on GEM Solar and drone updates
Planning Commission
This is the agenda for the Romulus, Michigan Planning Commission meeting on May 20, 2024. The agenda text contains only links to meeting packet and agenda PDFs, with no specific items listed, so it is essentially procedural boilerplate.
- Meeting packet PDF available
- Agenda PDF available
Tax Increment Finance Authority
The Romulus Tax Increment Finance Authority is meeting to approve routine financial items and several project expenditures. Key decisions include funding a sound level study near Detroit Metro Airport and approving the Ecorse Road Corridor Vision Master Plan, both paid from Project Costs.
- Approve Treasurer's Report of $18,660,774.95
- Approve current bills of $9,869.30
- Approve K&S Engineers sound level study for properties near DTW, $11,140 total ($2,500 Aerotropolis, $8,640 TIFA)
- Approve Ecorse Road Corridor Vision Master Plan by Michael Baker International, $62,700
- Approve additional funding request to 208 for FYE24
Downtown Development Authority
The Downtown Development Authority's regular meeting scheduled for Wednesday, May 8, 2024, has been cancelled. A special meeting is instead scheduled for Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at 10:30 a.m. in the Romulus City Hall Council Chambers. The agenda contains no items for discussion or decision.
- Regular meeting on May 8, 2024 cancelled
- Special meeting scheduled for May 7, 2024 at 10:30 a.m.
- Meeting location: Romulus City Hall Council Chambers
Police, Fire, and Safety Commission
The Romulus Police, Fire, and Safety Commission met to receive updates from the police and fire chiefs. Key topics included preparations for the NFL Draft, a new license plate reader camera system, police staffing shortages, and fire department training. The meeting was largely informational, with no major decisions made.
- Police Chief Pfannes reported the department is down 10 officers and hiring a retired Inkster officer; 2-3 may attend the academy in June.
- New FLOCK camera system (license plate readers) to be deployed at specific locations; images recycled every 30 days.
- Police officer starting pay is $20/hour, rising to $23/hour after academy graduation.
- Fire Department has 16 paramedics, with 9 in school (5 finishing in July, 4 in December).
- Construction manager to be hired for police department renovation (professional services contract).
Tax Increment Finance Authority
The Tax Increment Finance Authority will review the Treasurer's Report and approve current bills totaling $124,523.26. The agenda also includes a report on the Romulus Athletic Center and a Director's Report.
- Approval of current bills in the amount of $124,523.26
- Monthly Romulus Athletic Center Report
Downtown Development Authority
The Romulus Downtown Development Authority will vote on routine financial items, including a treasurer's report of $829,470.94 and current bills of $26,225.97. They will also consider spending $399 for the director to attend a Michigan Downtown Association workshop and $5,000 for Leclerc Display to install 50 American flags on Downtown Goddard. The director's report covers recent community activities and planning discussions.
- Treasurer's report for audit: $829,470.94
- Current bills: $26,225.97
- Director attendance at MDA Summer Workshop: $399.00
- Leclerc Display to install 50 American flags on Downtown Goddard: $5,000.00
- Director's report on mural, mapping, and community events
Police, Fire, and Safety Commission
The Commission discussed security for City Council meetings and potential traffic congestion during the upcoming NFL Draft. Fire Department staffing was reported at 27 personnel, including 15 paramedics.
- Preparation for NFL Draft traffic on Merriman/Middlebelt
- Fire Department staffing report of 27 total staff
- Discussion regarding security during City Council meetings
- Request to update Code Red groups
Planning Commission
The provided documents consist of a meeting agenda and a packet for the upcoming session. No specific project details or discussion items are listed in the text provided.
Downtown Development Authority
The Romulus Downtown Development Authority is meeting to approve routine items including the treasurer's report and current bills, and to consider new business: a $25,000 contract for Retail Strategies Year 2 Downtown Implementation Support and the preliminary DDA FY 24/25 budget. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and a director's report on recent activities.
- Approve treasurer's report for audit: $843,209.29
- Approve current bills: $2,192.87
- Approve Retail Strategies Year 2 Downtown Implementation Support: $25,000 from line item 295-728-818.002
- Approve preliminary DDA FY 24/25 budget
- Director's report mentions $75 for Tony Heimberger flower pot
Tax Increment Finance Authority
The Romulus Tax Increment Finance Authority is meeting to approve routine items and several contracts. Key actions include a $45,000 agreement with Retail Strategies for retail recruitment and a $275,000 proposal for construction engineering services on Northline Road. The board will also review preliminary budgets and hear updates on the RAC, GEM Solar, and QuikTrip easement.
- Approve current bills totaling $29,192.82
- Agreement with Retail Strategies for Year 2 retail recruitment, not to exceed $45,000
- Construction engineering services for Northline Road Rehabilitation by OHM, $275,000
- Preliminary RAC FY 24/25 Budget approval
- Preliminary TIFA FY 24/25 Budget approval
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Planning Commission
The Romulus Planning Commission is meeting on February 21, 2024. The agenda includes only the agenda and packet documents, with no specific items listed, indicating a procedural or preliminary meeting.
- Agenda and packet review for February 21, 2024 meeting
Police, Fire, and Safety Commission
The Romulus Police, Fire, and Safety Commission held a regular meeting, approving the agenda and minutes from December 19, 2023. They received updates from the police and fire departments, including new officers in the academy, a public service aid program, and new firefighter hires funded by federal money. The commission also discussed administrative items like email access, FEMA training, and commissioner attendance.
- Three new police officers in academy; one failed background check
- Fire department: five new officers sworn in Dec 5, 2023; federal funds covered academy costs
- Police sponsored Shop with a Cop on Dec 15, 2023
- School Resource Officer Colfield starting law enforcement class at high school
- Commissioner Wilhide reported vehicles parked on streets to Ordinance Officer
Tax Increment Finance Authority
The Romulus Tax Increment Finance Authority will review the treasurer's report and approve current bills. The meeting includes updates on RAC and solar location projects, as well as discussions regarding Northline Road and Goddard Road.
- Approval of Treasurer’s Report in the amount of $17,061,450.54
- Approval of current bills in the amount of $56,179.99
- Northline Road Pavement Repair Bid Award
- Goddard Road Proposal
- Revised Solar Location update
Downtown Development Authority
The Romulus Downtown Development Authority is holding its regular February meeting. Members will vote on the treasurer's report, current bills, and several new business items, including a flower-planting project and a training trip.
- Approve Treasurer's Report of $858,335.81 for audit
- Approve current bills of $5,573.78
- Approve $150 for Director to attend MDA Spring Workshop in Lansing
- Approve up to $2,500 for Romulus Garden Club & DPW to landscape around windmill at 11147 Hunt St
Board of Zoning Appeals
The provided text contains only the titles of the agenda and packet documents for the Romulus Board of Zoning Appeals meeting on February 7, 2024. It does not list any specific cases, applications, or decisions. The full details are contained in the linked PDF documents.
Planning Commission
This is a procedural agenda for the Romulus Planning Commission meeting on January 17, 2024. The agenda lists only the agenda document and the meeting packet as items, with no specific decisions, discussions, or public hearings detailed. The meeting appears to be routine, with substantive items deferred to the attached packet.
- Agenda for January 17, 2024 meeting
- Meeting packet for January 17, 2024
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Tax Increment Finance Authority
The Romulus Tax Increment Finance Authority is holding a regular meeting to approve minutes, the treasurer's report, and bills totaling $197,725.42. They will also elect officers, hear a presentation from Redstone Architects on the Eureka/Wahrman Road development, discuss NFL Draft-related items (lights and banners), and receive an FYI about a Northpoint conditional rezoning agreement waiver.
- Approval of bills in the amount of $197,725.42
- Election of officers
- Redstone Architects presentation on Eureka/Wahrman Road Development
- Discussion of NFL Draft lights and banners
- FYI: Northpoint Conditional Rezoning Agreement Waiver of Condition
Downtown Development Authority
The Romulus Downtown Development Authority is holding its regular meeting to approve routine items such as the agenda, minutes, treasurer's report, and bills. They will also elect officers and consider a motion to approve an increase for the Michigan DNR Recreation Passport Grant for the Mary Ann Banks Park Enhancements project.
- Approve treasurer's report of $879,635.76
- Approve current bills of $8,284.80
- Approve $42,033 increase for Michigan DNR Recreation Passport Grant for Mary Ann Banks Park Enhancements
- Election of officers