### LeRoy D. Burcroff Mayor
ADMINISTRATIVE and LEGISLATIVE OFFICES 11111 Wayne Road • Romulus, Ml48174-1485 Telephone (734) 942-7571 • FAX (734) 941-2122 ELLEN L. CRAIG- BRAGG Clerk (734) 942
- 7540 FAX (734) 942
- 7592

The Honorable Anthony R

. Foxx Secretary of Transportation US Department of Transportation 1200 New Jersey Ave SE Washington, DC 20590 The Honorable John F. Kerry Secretary of State US Department of State 2201 C Street NW Washington, DC 20520

Secretaries Kerry and FoxxSTACY A. PAIGE Treasurer (734) 942-7580 FAX (734) 941-5541

As the mayor of Romulus, Michigan- home of the Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport -I have seen first-hand the economic benefits that stem from the Open Skies agreements- ensuring fair competition between U

.S. and international carriers. However, upon learning that some international Gulf carriers are receiving unfair subsidies from their respective governments, it concerns me that many U.S. carriers are at a competitive disadvantage

. This includes Delta Air Lines which is an integral hub at Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport. These unfair subsidies flowing to Qatar Airways , Etihad Airways and Emirates Airline without question puts U.S. carriers and Romulus at an economic disadvantage , As you are aware , Michigan took the brunt ofthe economic downturn in late 2008. The path to recovery has been tough for many Michigan businesses, workers and cities. But, we have come through it and continue to create jobs and opportunities for Michigan workers every day. Even so, the recovery is still fragile

. Knowing we are increasingly facing stiff competition from the Gulf carriers, the growing concern is the loss of American jobs at Detroit Metro Airport, surrounding businesses in the Romulus area, and other downriver communities. All of this can be avoided if the U.S. government would simply open consultations with these foreign governments to address their violations to Open Skies policy

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LINDA R. CHOATE

Councilwoman CELESTE ROSCOE

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. MAKOWSKI CouncilwomanAs mayor to one of the nation's largest international airports, I fully support Open Skies. It's important for the U

.S

. government to open consultations with the Gulf countries, Qatar and UAE, to ensure American businesses are not further disadvantaged by carriers that are violating the spirit of Open Skies policy. Romulus is the gateway for millions of visitors, international travelers and Michigan residents who live or come to this great state for business and leisure. We are proud of our role in Michigan's recovery and enormous contribution to the state' s job creation. But, all of this is at risk if the Open Skies policy continues to be undermined by some international Gulf carriers. This is a serious and an important issue that can have a tangible adverse impact on jobs, workers, local businesses

. Therefore, I am hopeful you will consider the matter expeditiously before the impact is felt. Sincerely,
LeRoy D

. Burcroff, Mayor City of Romulus Cc: Senator Stabenow Senator Peters Rep. Conyers



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