Appropriations Requests for : Romeo Downtown Development Authority

1. Cosponsoring legislators:

No Cosponsors

Recipient Information

2. Intended legislatively directed spending item recipient:

Romeo Downtown Development Authority

3. Physical address of legislatively directed spending item recipient and the intended location of the project or activity:

141 S. Main Street, Romeo, MI 48065; Downtown Romeo

4. The recipient's employer identification number:

383253004

Funding Details

5. Requested amount of the legislatively directed spending item:

$250,000.00

6. What is the purpose and how does the legislatively directed spending item provide a public benefit that is an appropriate use of taxpayer money?

This request is to support the Romeo Downtown Development Authority (DDA)’s Downtown Romeo Wayfinding Project. This project will enhance navigation, accessibility, and visitor experience throughout our historic downtown district, including: • Gateway signage at entrances to the village • Pedestrian wayfinding and parking guidance • Informational kiosks directing visitors to local businesses, public amenities, and regional trail connections Visitor traffic is a critical driver of our economy: over 1 million visitors attend major events annually, including the Romeo Peach Festival and Vintage Fest, and approximately 70% of downtown commerce comes from visitor traffic. This project will support small businesses, strengthen tourism, and maintain the vitality of our downtown for both residents and visitors. Project Budget: • Total Estimated Cost: $400,000 • LDSI Funding Requested: $250,000 • Local/DDA Match: $100,000 • Other Grants / Funding: $50,000 The DDA and Village are ready to begin preliminary design and site preparation immediately, with LDSI funds applied toward fabrication and installation upon award. They have strong community support from local businesses, the Village Council, and festival organizers.

7. Has the legislatively directed spending item previously received or been awarded any of the following types of funding in the past 5 years?

No previous funding received

8. Estimated time frame for completion of the legislatively directed spending item project:

May 2027

Additional Information For Nonprofit Corporations

9. Is the recipient a nonprofit corporation?

No

Certification By Sponsoring Legislator

• "I certify that my immediate family members, legislative staff members, and I have no direct or indirect pecuniary interest in the requested legislatively directed spending item."
• "I certify that the intended recipient of this legislatively directed spending item is not a for-profit entity."
• "I certify that the information in this form is true to the best of my knowledge."

Senator Ruth A Johnson