Romulus City Council Study Session 6-22-26

The Romulus City Council held a special study session on June 22, 2026, focused primarily on the Five Points roundabout project. The discussion detailed the challenges of the existing five-legged intersection, safety concerns, and the proposed roundabout design aimed at improving traffic flow and pedestrian safety. The project, estimated at around $3 million, includes significant underground water main and sanitary sewer work, with construction phases planned to minimize disruption to local businesses. The council discussed property acquisitions necessary for the project, potential impacts on downtown businesses during construction, and strategies to mitigate those effects. The timeline anticipates bidding in late summer 2027, with construction starting in fall 2027 and completion targeted for 2028. No formal votes on contracts or funding allocations were recorded during this session, but the council approved the meeting agenda and expressed support for the project moving forward.