Greater Romulus Chamber of Commerce

romuluschamber.org Phone: 734-893-0694

Officers & Directors
President Rev. William Kren The Evangelical Church Vice President Chuck Zuerner EQ-The Environmental Quality Co. Secretary Julie Allison US Park/Qwik Park Treasurer Susan Wyputa Public Service Credit Union Directors Terry Bridges The Spiratex Company William Crane Crane Funeral Home David B. Goodwin Goodwin, Lademan & Associates Ron Hopson Hopson Financial Keith L. Johnston Johnston, Lithograph, Inc. Roger Kadau City of Romulus Tim Keyes City of Romulus Mark J. Lewkowicz Landis Machine Shop Jakleen Ochalek Wayne County Executive office David J. Paul Retired - City of Romulus Oscar JR Rhoton Metro Realty Group Larry Williams LWA Properties Executive Director Karen La Belle

info@romuluschamber.com Hours: Mon. - Fri. 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

April 2012 Fax: 734-893-0696

Member of the Month April 2012 Jack Demmer Automotive Group

Congratulations to Jack Demmer Automotive Group, 37300 Wayne Rd., Romulus, who was selected as the Greater Romulus Chamber of Commerces Member of the Month, for April 2012. Jack Demmer was selected for their continuous contributions to the success of the Romulus Chamber of Commerce and to the community. Jack Demmer, William Demmer and Jim Demmer, owners of Jack Demmer were presented a certificate by Bill Kren, President and Karen La Belle, Executive Director of the Romulus Chamber of Commerce. Chamber Director Roger Kadau was also present. A history on Jack Demmer, is provided on Page 2. This information is also available on the Chamber website, www.romuluschamber.org, as well as on our Facebook.
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Welcome New Members

Wayne County Fair 10871 Quirk Rd. Belleville, MI 48111 734-697-7002 www.waynecountyfairgrounds.net Robert T. Kocembo OD, CDE, PLLC 40566 Alden Suite A1 Belleville, MI 481113 313-719-6718 Chief Robert Dickerson Romulus Police Department 11165 Olive Romulus, MI 48174 734-942-6865 Telegram Newspaper 10748 Jefferson W. River Rouge, MI 48218 313-928-2955 www.telegramnews.net

The mission of the Greater Romulus Chamber of Commerce is to promote and meet business needs. The Chamber is dedicated to creating an environment wherein the Romulus businesses, non-profit institutions, government, and citizens can work together for the purpose of enhancing the quality of life within the community.

Page 2 The full line of Ford products include the Focus, which is built in Wayne, along with Fiesta, Fusion, Mustang, Taurus, Escape, Edge, Explorer, Flex, F Series and E Series Trucks. Jack Demmer Ford is certified for Ford Electric, Hybrid and Diesel vehicles. Located on 13 acres, there is always a large selection of Pre-Owned, Ford Certified and other makes & models, on 2 separate lots. Service offers expedited maintenance and competitive pricing on all repairs, including brakes and tires. The Parts Department also offers Ford Accessories and Ford Racing Parts. The Body Shop, known as Jack Demmer Collision Center West, specializes in insurance repairs large and small, done correctly. Jack Demmer Ford, at the corner of Michigan Avenue and Newburgh in Wayne, is situated just 2 miles east of I-275, directly across the street from the Ford Michigan Assembly Plant. The full line of Ford products includes the Focus, which is built in Wayne, along with Fiesta, Fusion, Mustang, Taurus, Escape, Edge, Explorer, Flex, F Series and E Series Trucks The Jack Demmer Collision Center East, located on Prospect Street in Dearborn, just west of Shafer, is a full service collision repair facility. Both Collision Centers feature ICAR Certified Technicians, state of the rat frame and welding equipment, PPG Paint and a direct repair relationship with most insurance companies. Visit the Jack Demmer Automotive Group website at www.demmer.com.

Member of the Month Jack Demmer Automotive Group

The Jack Demmer Automotive Group has been serving generations of customers for nearly 55 years. They started as Spitler-Demmer Edsel, located on Wayne Road, in 1957. The dealership has evolved into two of the largest Ford Motor Company Dealerships in the United States: Jack Demmer Ford, located in Wayne, and Jack Demmer Lincoln, located in Dearborn. Owned and operated by the Demmer Family, its Founder and CEO Jack Demmer is proud to have three generations of Demmers currently involved in the business. Jack is joined by sons Bill and Jim, as well as grandson Matt and granddaughter Jackie. The Jack Demmer Dealerships are known for having a great selection of new Fords and Lincolns, as well as providing a great Customer Sales and Service experience. They believe in investing in the communities they do business in, as evidenced by their sponsorship of various community organizations and events. The products and services offered at each Jack Demmer location are done so with the quality, respect and integrity that results in a level of repeat and referral business that by far exceeds average Jack Demmer Ford, at the corner of Michigan Avenue and Newburgh in Wayne, is situated just 2 miles east of I-275, directly across the street from the Ford Michigan Assembly Plant.

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Presidents Ponderings

Tossing the Keys!

It seems like only yesterday. Our oldest son passed all the tests. He was 16 years old and the state now recognized him as a legal, licensed drive. Sue and I stood on the sidewalk near our home, holding hands and silently praying. It was a transitional moment in the life of our family! Reluctantly, we handed our son the keys to the car for his first solo run. It seems like only yesterday. We watched him pull away from the curb and out into traffic, confirming to us that something tremendous had just taken place. This was a step of growth. We had given our son an adult responsibility. Our oldest had been released into an adult world and we realized his life had permanently changed. He was moving forward he would never turn back. Early in 1978 a group of individuals representing industry, businesses, and local government met together and incorporated the Romulus Chamber of Commerce. Dr. Clarence Carpenter, Robert Bureck, William Dorne, John Brimble, Doug Baum, Bill Simonds, and Jay Young (just to name a few) had a vision and a purpose. They worked together for their community and when the time was appropriate, they tossed the keys to another group! They demonstrated their trust in a new assembly of individuals who would serve as elected officers in the Chamber; trusting that they would move forward and never look back!

Your Greater Romulus Chamber Commerce continues to grow and find new and innovative ways of promoting the community because of the fine work of volunteers past and present. Ever moving forward we can be thankful and we will celebrate on April 20th when Jim Poet will be honored as the 27th Romulus Person of the Year. Jim and those who were honored before him represent all that is good about Romulus. Moving forward never turning back!

Bill Kren

Thank You, Renewing Members

Judge Tina Brooks Green 34th District Court 11131 S. Wayne Rd. Romulus, MI 48174 734-941-4462 Detroit Metro Airport Marriott Hotel 30559 Flynn Dr. Romulus, Mi 48174 734-729-7555 www.mhrs.dtwrm.gm@marriott.com Julie Allison 8325 Merriman Romulus, MI 48174 734-728-6068 Continued on Page 4

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Rey-Mart Asphalt, Inc. 36124 Goddard Romulus, MI 48174 734-941-5580 A to Z Total Heating & Cooling 24614 Van Born Dearborn Heights, MI 48125 313-291-8200 www.atozheating.com David Allison City of Romulus Fire Department 28777 Eureka Romulus, MI 48174 734-941-8585 Westin Hotel at Detroit Metro Airport 2501 World Gateway Place Detroit, MI 48242 734-229-6715 www.westin.com/detroit Jack Demmer Automotive Group 37300 Michigan Ave. Wayne, MI 48184 734-721-2600 www.demmer.com

A Touch of Mardi Gras Highlights

The Greater Romulus Chamber of Commerce would like to thank the many that contributed to the success of this years Auction Dinner Dance. Proceeds from the event assist the Chamber in developing and enhancing programs to benefit the members and community. Thanks to the Detroit Metro Airport Marriott Hotels Doug Zorn, Director of Catering and its staff for assuring our guests of an enjoyable evening. Renowned Auctioneer, Doug Dalton provided some exciting entertainment, by live auctioning some items. Mardi Gras music was provided by Rob and Shelley Davis. Much thanks and appreciation to following Sponsors King Creole Sponsor EQ-the Environmental Quality Company Jambalaya Sponsor Jack Demmer Qwik Park ServPro The Spiratex Company Friends of the Jester Airlines parking Goodwin, Lademan & Associates Metro Realty Group, Inc. Public Service Credit Union WH Canon Comedy & Tragedy Midwest Health Center Continued on Page 5

Auction Dinner Dance photos provided by Roger Kadau

Additional photos can be found on the Chambers Website

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The Chambers hardworking Committee that spent many hours to assure everyone attending had an enjoyable evening. Terry Bridges, Chair Julie Allison Debbie Bridges David Goodwin Bill Kren Karen La Belle Jakleen Ochalek Chuck Zuerner Roger Kadau for taking pictures throughout the evening. Additional pictures can be found on the Chambers Website and Facebook.

We can not forget our many generous Auction and Door Prize Sponsors! Thank you!! Airlines Parking AllState Billiards Andiamo, Detroit Applebees, Belleville B & L Automotive Bladez Hair Studio Bovitz CPA Blue Sky Ice Cream & Hamburger Buddys Pizzeria Buffalo Wild Wings, Southgate Burger, Easton & Company Clarion Hotel Comcast Cable Congressman John Dingell Courtyard by Marriott Crane Funeral Home Detroit Free Press Detroit Institute of Arts Detroit Metro Airport Marriott Detroit Pistons Detroit Princess Riverboat Detroit Red Wings Detroit Symphony Orchestra Detroit Zoo Diane Slavin Dollar Tree, Taylor Eagle Mechanical Services Eastern Michigan University Ellen Craig Bragg, City Clerk Embassy Suites EQ-The Environmental Quality Company Erik Hawpe Family Video, Taylor Fluff-n-Puff Four Points Sheraton Frankenmuth Jellystone Park Gateway Golf Course General RV Gerstner Goodwin, Lademan & Associates Giulio & Sons, Dearborn Hampton Inn & Suites Henry Ford Museum/Greenfield Village

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A Touch of Mardi Gras Highlights Continued from Page 5

Heritage Newspapers Hilton Garden Inn Honorable Judge Ted Metry Hooters, Taylor Hopson Financial Jakleen Ochalek J & M Towing J & T Crova Towing, John Bokon John Barden, City Council Johnston Lithograph, Inc. Julie Allison Karen La Belle Lakes of Taylor Landis Machine Shop Leos Jewelry Lexington Hotel Lodge Lanes LWA Properties Maria Lambert Mayor Alan Lambert McLaughlin Veterinary Melting Pot Metro Realty Group, Inc. Metropolitan Parking Services Mexican Gardens, Southgate Midway Sports and Entertainment, Taylor Midwest Health Center Mobil Gas Station, Romulus Mr. Handyman M. W. Morss Roofing, Inc. Nexeo Solutions Oakley & Robinson, PLLC Additional Pictures can be found on the Chambers Website and Facebook

Office Depot Olive Garden, Soutthgate Outback Steakhouse, Southgate Penny Lopze, Aztec Manufacturing Petes Place, Taylor Pets Supplies Plus Pizza Papalis ProSource Wholesale Floorcovering Public Service Credit Union Pump It Up, Taylor Rams Horn, Taylor Renowned Artist Leo Kuschel R. J. Perry Carpentry, Inc. Rob and Shelley Davis Romulus Animal Shelter Romulus Athletic Center Romulus Auto Supply Romulus Flowers & Gifts Romulus Hardware Romulus House Romulus Rotary Rough 2 Ready Restoration Red Wing Shoes Rev. William Kren Sams Club, Southgate

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Senator Debbie Stabenow ServPro Sibley Gardens Skore Lanes, Taylor Special Tree Rehabilitation System Sporting News Grill Spotlight Theatre, Taylor Sportsplex St. Representative Doug Geiss Streamco, Hal Rosen Subway, Eureka Rd, Romulus Sue Kren Taylor Lanes Terry and Debbie Bridges Texas Roadhouse The Henry, Dearborn The Matador Restaurant Toarminas, Romulus Toledo Zoo Total Community Credit Union Transgroup Worldwide True Health Chiropractic US Park Veronicas Catering Wayne County Executive Robert Ficano Westin Hotel West Shore Golf and Country Club Westside Beer WH Canon Company Woodside Meadows

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March Business Luncheon Highlights

Jack Richert provided an informative presentation about Special Tree Rehabilitation System. Special Tree is located at 10909 Hannon, Romulus. Photos provided by Roger Kadau

Spring is Here Spring is here and Summer is on its tail. Does your store or windows need a face lift? Keep fresh new ideas and displays to attract customers and entice that buying decision. Even if you just move things around and change colors, its a new look. Ask your suppliers for any new signs and in-store display material they can give you. A new look can generate new sales. -Small Business marketing Ideas, Start-Up, Growth, Survival

Calendar of Events
April 20 27th Romulus Chamber Person of the Year Award Dinner, honoring Jim Poet, Detroit Metro Airport Marriott Hotel, Romulus. Contact the Chamber at 734-893-0694 to make your reservation. Ticket cost $35 per person. Secretarys Day!!! Karaoke with the Clerk, Ellen Craig Bragg, Romulus Ale House. Cost is $20. For tickets please call 734-837-8898.

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Mark Your Calendar May 2-3 May 3 May 7 May 10 Mastering Quickbooks, Intuit, Courtyard by Marriott, Detroit. For more information call 800-564-2688 or visit www.live.quickbookstraining.com. States Premier Business Awards Dinner, Lansing Center, Lansing. Form more information call 800-362-5461 or visit www.MichiganCelebtats.biz. The Dearborn Conference for Women, Doubletree Hotel, Dearborn. For more information call 800-873-7545 or visit www.skillpath.com. Excel Intermediate Training, Romulus Chamber, Public Service Credit Union. Cost is $5, Chamber Members only. For reservations call 734-893-0694 or email info@romuluschamber.com. Romulus Animal Shelter 8th Annual 9 Pin No Tap Tournament, Romulus Lanes. Cost is $25. For tickets, please call 734-941-0616. Robert McLachlans 3rd Annual Bowling Party, Romulus Lanes. Cost is $20. For tickets, please call 734-941-3829, email rwmclachlan@gmail.com or visit www.rmclachlan.com. Workers Compensation, Human Resources Council, Comfort Inn, Farmington Hills. For more information call 800-601-4636 or visit www.skilpath.com. Healthy Body, Healthy Mind, Townsend Hotel, Birmingham, Kadima. For more information call 248-559-8235 or visit www.kadimacenter.org. Business Luncheon, Romulus Chamber, Cirrus Room, Romulus Athletic Center. Guest Speaker, Wayne County Executive Robert Ficano, Installation of Officers and Directors for 2012-2013. Enhancing Education through Games & Storytelling, Kensington Court, Ann Arbor, University of Michigan Health System. For more information call 734-936-9180 or email lauraram@umich.edu.

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