Bethlehem Council MInutes

BETHLEHEM CITY COUNCIL MEETING
10 East Church Street – Town Hall
Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
Tuesday, June 19, 2012 – 7:00 PM

INVOCATION

PLEDGE TO THE FLAG

Pastor Dwight Mikesell, of Calvary Wesleyan Church, offered the invocation which was followed by the pledge to the flag.

1. ROLL CALL

President Eric R. Evans called the meeting to order. Present were Jean Belinski, David T. DiGiacinto, Karen Dolan, Robert J. Donchez, Michael D. Recchiuti, and Eric R. Evans, 6. J. William Reynolds was absent, 1.

PUBLIC HEARINGS

Intermunicipal Retail Restaurant Liquor License Transfer – Steel Pub, Inc.- 320 E. First Street

Prior to the consideration of the regular Agenda items, President Evans called to order a Public Hearing to receive public comment on the request for the Intermunicipal Transfer of Retail Restaurant Liquor License Number R-6660 owned by Fuglee’s Pub Inc., formerly licensed to conduct business at 13th and Jackson Streets, Easton, Northampton County, Pennsylvania to Steel Pub Inc., 320 East First Street, Bethlehem, Northampton County, Pennsylvania.

Attorney David Berger advised that he represents Steel Pub LLC in the transfer of the liquor license. Attorney Berger confirmed he has documentation certifying that he notified everyone within a 600 foot radius of the property, and also has plans for the Steel Pub.

Kevin Serfass, 3704 Orefield Road, Allentown, owner of Steel Pub, informed the assembly that the plan is to renovate a small section at the corner of the Steel Ice Arena located at 320 E. First Street and make it into a bar and grill. There is outdoor seating with a small patio, and there will be televisions, and a sports bar.

Tom Schantz, 2136 Hillcrest Road, Quakertown, owner of Steel Pub and Vision Entertainment, added that the Steel Ice Arena will be secure from the Steel Pub. A locking door will be used and a doorman will be at that door and at the front entrance so the Steel Ice Arena will still be a family oriented place.

Mr. DiGiacinto mentioned that this will be a busy place especially in August with Musikfest and he wondered how security will be handled.

Mr. Schantz communicated that with their other business at the Sands Event Center they have disposal to Vision Entertainment security so it will be manned at all times. They will have a doorman who will check for identification and secure the inside so that people do not walk into the ice rink area.

Mr. DiGiacinto asked about the parking and if there was enough available. Mr. Schantz replied that they have 250 spaces across the street and also have 35 or 40 spaces along the Steel Ice Center itself.

Mr. DiGiacinto questioned how many will be employed and if the Steel Pub would be non-smoking. Mr. Schantz responded there will probably be between 15 and 20 employees to start and affirmed it will be non-smoking.

Mr. Recchiuti inquired if it will be new construction added onto the existing building. Mr. Serfass related that it will be the renovation of the approximately 3,000 square feet of existing space and a new patio will be installed outside.

Mr. Recchiuti asked when is the anticipated opening. Mr. Serfass replied they would like to have the grand opening for Musikfest on August 3.

Mr. Recchiuti, noting that Council Member J. William Reynolds could not be at the Meeting this evening, advised that Mr. Reynolds asked him to read his support for this project. Mr. Recchiuti read the letter from Mr. Reynolds, as follows: “Please accept this letter as evidence of my enthusiastic support for granting Mr. Trainer the liquor license transfer that he is seeking tonight. As one of the earliest investors in this important area in the City of Bethlehem, Mr. Trainer has shown that he is a responsible business owner and someone who deserves the support of City Council. I am confident in Mr. Trainer’s ability to bring even more vibrancy to this area and that the project will end up being another step in the redevelopment and revitalization of the former Steel land.”

Mr. Donchez pointed out that his question was asked by Councilman Recchiuti about the time frame of opening by Musikfest. Mr. Schantz reported they would like to have a soft opening on July 28 so they can prep for Musikfest and be ready.

Ms. Dolan asked how these two facilities, the Steel Ice Arena and the Steel Pub, will mesh with events going on in the two places. Mr. Schantz explained they have between 250,000 and 300,000 people coming through their doors a year, and it is a lot of turnover with people watching practices or games during the week. They are installing a 40 foot glass window into the one rink where people can watch games, have a beverage or something to eat, or after the practice on the ice rink the family could come in and eat. It will be pub fare. They also have plans to put in closed circuit security cameras on the other rink with 42 inch televisions that will scan the whole rink. On the west side, people can sit in Steel Pub and watch a practice go on in the other rink. Ms. Dolan related they seem to be following the trend that many sports facilities are following to offer more than a hot dog or hamburger.

President Evans, referring to the map, asked where is the frontage. Mr. Serfass replied that the main entrance to the Steel Ice Center is on First Street and there will be a separate entrance for the Steel Pub.

Mr. Schantz thanked the Members of Council. Noting that he and Mr. Serfass were the first investors on this property, Mr. Schantz commented it has been a struggle sometimes but they came through it, they are happy to be in this area, and are excited to be in South Bethlehem.

Public Comment

There was no Public Comment on the Liquor License Transfer request.

President Evans affirmed that Resolution 9 D is listed on this evening’s Agenda for consideration.

The Public Hearing was adjourned at 7:15 p.m.

2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES

The Minutes of June 5, 2012 were approved.

3. PUBLIC COMMENT

President Evans announced that the Administrative Order for Joseph Saka has been removed by the Mayor’s Office.

None.

4. OLD BUSINESS.

A. Old Business – Members of Council

60 W. Broad Street – Police Substation

Public Safety Committee Chairman Donchez asked for an update on the Police Substation at 60 W. Broad Street.

Jason Schiffer, Police Chief, advised that the Department is working with a locksmith to have a combination lock installed for Police Officers. The Police Sergeant in charge of the unit has been working with the plans. Since the 911 Center upgrade is now complete, some of the old furniture will be reused at the Substation, and some will be donated. The Information Services Bureau is working on the internet connection. Police Chief Schiffer explained it is difficult to know exactly when the Substation will be operational. Police Chief Schiffer confirmed to Chairman Donchez that the Police Officers are not operating out of the Substation presently. Police Chief Schiffer continued on to advise that the Parking Authority provided parking spaces in the Garage for Police Officers. The Street Crimes Unit will work out of the 60 W. Broad Street location and will not have their base of operations at City Hall.

B. Tabled Items

None.

C. Unfinished Business

None.

5. COMMUNICATIONS

A. City Solicitor – Use Permit Agreement for Public Property – Touchstone Theatre – Touchstone Theatre Fundraiser

President Evans confirmed that an Amendment to the Use Permit Agreement was forwarded today by the Law Bureau.

The Clerk read a memorandum dated June 7, 2012 from John F. Spirk, Jr., Esq., City Solicitor, to which was attached a proposed Resolution and associated Use Permit Agreement between the City and Touchstone Theatre for use of Parham Park on East Fourth Street for the Touchstone Theatre Fundraiser to be held on July 21, 2012. The Clerk stated that a memorandum dated June 19 from Solicitor Spirk was received, attached to which was a revised Amendment removing the EMS Plan since it is not necessary.

President Evans stated the Resolution will be listed on the Agenda of the Monday, July 2 rescheduled City Council Meeting.

B. City Solicitor – Amendments to Use Permit Agreements for Musikfest – ArtsQuest

President Evans confirmed that an Amendment to the Use Permit Agreement was forwarded today by the Law Bureau.

The Clerk read a memorandum dated June 14, 2012 from John F. Spirk, Jr., Esq., City Solicitor, to which was attached a proposed Resolution and associated Amendments to Use Permit Agreements between the City and ArtsQuest for the use of various Streets and Festival Sites for Musikfest, according to the Agreements. The Clerk stated that a memorandum dated June 19 from Solicitor Spirk was received, attached to which was a revised Amendment to the Festival Sites Use Permit Agreement to remove Payrow Plaza and power washing of the site.

President Evans referred the matter to the Finance Committee.

6. REPORTS

A. President of Council

President Evans reannounced the following: City Council’s First Meeting in July is rescheduled on Monday, July 2 at 7:00 PM; the date for the Public Hearing on the Proposed New Zoning Ordinance is Monday, July 2, 2012 at 7:00 PM in Town Hall; the time of City Council’s First Meeting in August on Tuesday, August 7 is rescheduled to 5:30 PM.

B. Mayor

None.

7. ORDINANCES FOR FINAL READING

None.

8. NEW ORDINANCES

A. Bill No. 18 – 2012 – Amending Article 1325.08 – Residential Treatment Facilities – 1,000 Foot Buffer

The Clerk read Bill No. 18 – 2012 – Amending Article 1325.08 – Residential Treatment Facilities – 1,000 Foot Buffer, sponsored by Mr. DiGiacinto and Mrs. Belinski, and titled:

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF BETHLEHEM
COUNTIES OF LEHIGH AND NORTHAMPTON,
COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, AMENDING
ARTICLE 1325.08 OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF
THE CITY OF BETHLEHEM, TITLED SPECIAL CONDITIONS
AND SAFEGUARDS FOR SPECIAL EXCEPTION USES, BY
ADDING A BUFFER AREA

Voting AYE: Mr. Recchiuti, Mrs. Belinski, Mr. DiGiacinto, Ms. Dolan, Mr. Donchez, and Mr. Evans, 6. Bill No. 18 – 2012 was declared passed on First Reading.

9. RESOLUTIONS

A. Authorizing 2012 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG)

Mr. Donchez and Mr. Recchiuti sponsored Resolution No. 2012-97 that authorized the execution of grant award documents for funds received under the 2012 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) in the amount of $35,403 of which $21,841 is allocated to the City of Bethlehem to be used by the Police Department to continue improvements in computer hardware and software.

Voting AYE: Mr. Recchiuti, Mrs. Belinski, Mr. DiGiacinto, Ms. Dolan, Mr. Donchez, and Mr. Evans, 6. The Resolution passed.

B. Authorizing Use Permit Agreement for Public Property – Downtown Business Association – DBA
Rib Cook-Off

Mr. Donchez and Mr. Recchiuti sponsored Resolution No. 2012-98 that authorized the execution of a Use Permit Agreement between the Downtown Business Association and the City for use of Broad Street between Main Street and Guetter Street for the DBA Rib Cook-Off to be held July 14, 2012, according to the Agreement.

Voting AYE: Mr. Recchiuti, Mrs. Belinski, Mr. DiGiacinto, Ms. Dolan, Mr. Donchez, and Mr. Evans, 6. The Resolution passed.

C. Authorizing Plan Revision of New Land Development – Sewage Facilities Planning Module –
1559 Kelchner Road

Mr. DiGiacinto and Mrs. Belinski sponsored Resolution No. 2012-99 that authorized the adoption and submittal to the Department of Environmental Protection for its approval as a revision to the “Official Sewage Facilities Plan” of the City the Sewage Facilities Planning Module for the development of a parcel of land identified as 1559 Kelchner Road, described in the attached Sewage Facilities Planning Module, and proposed that such subdivision be served by a private sewer main.

Voting AYE: Mr. Recchiuti, Mrs. Belinski, Mr. DiGiacinto, Ms. Dolan, Mr. Donchez, and Mr. Evans, 6. The Resolution passed.

D. Authorizing Intermunicipal Retail Restaurant Liquor License Transfer – Steel Pub, Inc. – 320 East First Street

Mr. Recchiuti and Mr. DiGiacinto sponsored Resolution 2012-100 that approved Intermunicipal Transfer of Retail Restaurant Liquor License Number R-6660 owned by Fuglee’s Pub Inc., formerly licensed to conduct business at 13th and Jackson Streets, Easton, Northampton County, Pennsylvania to Steel Pub Inc., 320 East First Street, Bethlehem, Northampton County, Pennsylvania.

President Evans thanked the applicants for their continued investment in the City. He
congratulated them on the expansion and wished them the best of luck in their endeavor.

Voting AYE: Mrs. Belinski, Mr. DiGiacinto, Ms. Dolan, Mr. Donchez, Mr. Recchiuti, and Mr. Evans, 6. The Resolution passed.

Motion – Considering Resolutions 9 E through 9 J as a Group – Certificates of Appropriateness

Ms. Dolan and Mrs. Belinski moved to consider Resolutions 9 E through 9 J as a Group.

Voting AYE: Mrs. Belinski, Mr. DiGiacinto, Ms. Dolan, Mr. Donchez, Mr. Recchiuti, and Mr. Evans, 6. The motion passed.

E. Certificate of Appropriateness – 439 Linden Street

Mr. Donchez and Mr. Recchiuti sponsored Resolution No. 2012-101 that granted a Certificate of Appropriateness to replace three front windows with wood windows and eleven side windows with vinyl windows at 439 Linden Street.

F. Certificate of Appropriateness – 79 West Market Street

Mr. Donchez and Mr. Recchiuti sponsored Resolution No. 2012-102 that granted a Certificate of Appropriateness to remove the existing sign and install a new much smaller bracket mounted projecting sign at 79 West Market Street.

G. Certificate of Appropriateness – 215-217 West Broad Street

Mr. Donchez and Mr. Recchiuti sponsored Resolution No. 2012-103 that granted a Certificate of Appropriateness to repair brickwork and replace exterior wood trim with painted wood at 215-217 West Broad Street.

H. Certificate of Appropriateness – 247 East Market Street

Mr. Donchez and Mr. Recchiuti sponsored Resolution No. 2012-104 that granted a Certificate of Appropriateness to construct a two story porch on the house at 247 East Market Street.

I. Certificate of Appropriateness – Intersection of Main and Market Streets

Mr. Donchez and Mr. Recchiuti sponsored Resolution 11 I proposed to upgrade the street, curbs, sidewalks and street furniture at the intersection of Main & Market Streets.

J. Certificate of Appropriateness – 533 First Avenue

Mr. Donchez and Mr. Recchiuti sponsored Resolution No. 2012-105 that granted a Certificate of Appropriateness to re-roof the house at 533 First Avenue.

Resolution 11 I - Certificate of Appropriateness – Intersection of Main and Market Streets - Main Street Streetscape Project

Mr. DiGiacinto stated he thought what came out of the Historic and Architectural Review Board (HARB) meeting was that a Certificate of Appropriateness Resolution for the work at the Intersection of Main and Market Streets, referred to as the Main Street Streetscape Project, may not be needed.

Joseph Kelly, Director of Community and Economic Development, commented he does not know why the Certificate of Appropriateness Resolution is on the Agenda.

Mr. DiGiacinto stated he does not see the need for City Council to vote on something that is not needed. Continuing on to note that the Main Street Streetscape Project is in the first phase, Mr. DiGiacinto said he would not want this to carry on for the next several years.

Mr. Recchiuti, advising that he agrees with Mr. DiGiacinto, said he was under the impression that City Council did not have to approve a Certificate of Appropriateness for the work on the Main Street Streetscape Project at the intersection of Main and Market Streets.

Motion – Removing Resolution 11 I – Certificate of Appropriateness – Intersection of Main and Market Streets - Main Street Streetscape Project

Mr. Donchez and Mrs. Belinski moved to remove Resolution 11 I from the Agenda.

Voting AYE: Mrs. Belinski, Mr. DiGiacinto, Ms. Dolan, Mr. Donchez, Mr. Recchiuti, and Mr. Evans, 6. The motion passed.

Roll Call on Resolutions 9 E, F, G, H, and J

Voting AYE: Mrs. Belinski, Mr. DiGiacinto, Ms. Dolan, Mr. Donchez, Mr. Recchiuti, and Mr. Evans, 6. Resolutions 9 E, F, G, H, and J passed.

10. NEW BUSINESS.

Committee Announcements

Mr. Donchez, Member of the Finance Committee, announced a meeting on Monday, June 25, 2012 at 7:00 PM in Town Hall on the following subjects: Budget Adjustments and Transfers; Use Permit Agreements – Musikfest.

Mr. Donchez, Chairman of the Public Safety Committee, announced a meeting on Wednesday, July 25, 2012 at 7:00 PM in the Mayor’s Conference Room on the following subjects: Eastern PA EMS Council Dewberry Avenue Operational Assessment; Police Department – Updates; Fire Department – Updates; EMS Bureau – Updates.

Stray and Lost Dogs and Cats

Ms. Dolan, referring to recent newspaper articles about stray, lost, and feral dogs and cats, observed there is a communication problem as the City has stated there is no room for stray dogs at local shelters. However, Ms. Dolan related she received a telephone call this afternoon about the fact that 250 animals have been accepted at the Center for Animal Health and Welfare in the past 8 weeks and 90 of them were dogs. Ms. Dolan noted there are crates in the City Hall Garage for stray dogs. She further noted that citizens who call the Police Department concerning stray dogs get a variety of answers. Ms. Dolan affirmed she held a meeting in the past with City officials about the issue and thought that some movement was made. However, Ms. Dolan remarked she does not see the confusion clearing up, and she did not think the City has a clear policy. Ms. Dolan added there is no contract between the City and the Northampton County shelter as there was in the past. Ms. Dolan communicated that, if the situation continues, it could become similar to that in Scranton where there are packs of stray dogs and cats throughout the City and Scranton’s budget could not afford the price to take an animal to a shelter. Ms. Dolan noted the cost of the shelter located in Northampton County is $150 per animal. Ms. Dolan thought it was necessary for City Council to step in, and stated there needs to be a more comprehensive plan that cuts across various Departments and is backed up with stronger legislation and higher fines. Ms. Dolan pointed out that the problem is caused by irresponsible dog and cat owners. Ms. Dolan suggested a committee could be formed with representation from the Departments, citizens, and Members of Council. Volunteering to lead the committee, Ms. Dolan explained that a menu of choices could be developed, and something comprehensive could be formulated.

President Evans, agreeing there needs to be a humane, efficient, and operational answer, turned to Joseph Kelly, Director of Community and Economic Development, for comment.

Mr. Kelly advised that for about eight months the Center has not been accepting the animals. Mr. Kelly stated that the terms of the contract offered by the Center were unacceptable to him and he did not recommend its execution. Mr. Kelly stated there is a solution at present for dogs that are found, and affirmed that under the City’s Ordinance the Police must pick up stray dogs. Mr. Kelly informed the Members there is an entity that the City contacts when needed to walk and feed the dogs, and clean the crates. Mr. Kelly pointed out that reuniting lost dogs with their owners is the number one priority. Mr. Kelly continued on to notify the Members that the City has worked effectively to get dogs placed. Mr. Kelly advised the City is working out an agreement with Christmas City Veterinary practice on West Broad Street to assist with keeping dogs for longer periods of time. Noting that the County does not presently have a contract with Easton or Bethlehem Township, Mr. Kelly stated that other municipalities are struggling with the same issues, and added it is really a County issue. Mr. Kelly recalled that in the past Northampton County did fund the Center for Animal Health and Welfare, but funding was cut, and the City is left to deal with the issues, including irresponsible pet owners. Mr. Kelly said he would like to see how the current solution works out, and revisit it.

Ms. Dolan stressed there is no doubt the City has done a great job with identifying owners. Mr. Kelly confirmed to Ms. Dolan that the City has ordered a chip reader. Noting it was much less expensive under the City’s former contract with the Center, Ms. Dolan advised that all the contracts became standardized, costs have increased, and State requirements are more stringent. Ms. Dolan, while communicating that the matter could be revisited in perhaps a month, said she still thought the City should move forward with something that addresses the owners of the animals, including fines. She exemplified the onus should be put on an owner to pay the fee to the Center. Ms. Dolan further highlighted the fact that there are no laws currently that specifically target cat-related issues. Ms. Dolan commented she would wait to hear back from President Evans.

Jason Schiffer, Police Chief, stressed that countless hours of work have been put in by the Health Bureau, specifically, and the Police Department working on this issue long before it became a public issue, and there were articles in the newspaper. Police Chief Schiffer, explaining it was a major problem when the Center for Animal Health and Welfare stopped taking animals from the City, highlighted the fact that there was nowhere to take the animals after Police Officers picked them up. Police Chief Schiffer pointed out that the crates in the City Hall Garage are a temporary holding facility for an animal when Police services are being utilized elsewhere. Police Chief Schiffer further informed the Members that numerous City employees, including Police Officers, took dogs home and adopted them. Police Chief Schiffer advised that he met this morning with Health Bureau employees on the current situation and potential solutions. Police Schiffer notified the Members there is a very low cost associated with the services of Christmas City Veterinary practice to come to City Hall three times a day, clean the crates, provide bedding, feed and walk the dogs, rather than having the House Sergeant walk the dogs. Police Chief Schiffer confirmed that a grant application was made for a chip reader that is expected to arrive soon and will be kept in the Police Department. However, Police Chief Schiffer highlighted the fact that many animals do not have a chip. Police Chief Schiffer restated that City employees have been working very hard to address the issue, added that the Health Bureau has worked on the matter diligently, and commented that a solution is near. While acknowledging that a County-wide solution would be better for everyone, Police Chief Schiffer noted it is an issue for many municipalities, but Bethlehem takes in more animals due to the size of the City.

Ms. Dolan, clarifying she was not intimating that a lot of work is not being done in order to resolve the problems, expressed the situation would not occur if the matter continued to be handled as it was in the past when the City found a dog and took it to the facility in the County. Ms. Dolan stated the bigger communication issues are between the City, citizens, and the Center for Animal Health and Welfare. Ms. Dolan asserted she is not inferring that City employees are not doing the best job that they possibly can. Ms. Dolan highlighted the fact that there is no County-run dog facility, and the Center for Animal Health and Welfare is a private entity.

11. PUBLIC COMMENT

Proposed New Zoning Ordinance – Reuse of Corner Stores

Beall Fowler, 443 Center Street, related that he wanted to speak regarding the corner lot provision in the proposed new Zoning Ordinance. He commented that, as written, it is unfortunately flawed. Mr. Fowler believed there is a typographical omission that leads to some consequences if literally read. The corner lot provision says nothing about the nature of the building on the corner lot. He remarked that the proposed provision would make a house susceptible to conversion as a business, for example, if there were a record of the residence in which perhaps 100 years ago a son took a spare room, made wooden toys, sold them, and later stopped. Mr. Fowler distributed to the Members of Council two pages from a presentation made to the Planning Commission on May 4, 2011. Referring to the second page, upper left hand corner, Mr. Fowler pointed out that one can see how this provision was described. It is his understanding that a power point presentation was used in a number of presentations to the public and various organizations, entitled Reuse of Corner Stores. Each of the two pictures in the panel is of a classic corner store. Stressing there is no picture of a home with trees and a lawn in the front yard, Mr. Fowler questioned how did the present ruling slip by residents. He continued on to say the reason is simple in that the residents went to the hearings, saw the picture of the corner store, and when they read corner lot with no description of the building they thought it was a good idea, but it is not good enough. Mr. Fowler suggested that Council add a phrase including store front in the description of the corner lot that could correct this. Given the intent of the planners and the way it was presented to the public a number of times, Mr. Fowler said this is the clear intent of this portion of the zoning code, and he thought such an insertion would be a clarification or editorial change as opposed to a substantial change in the proposed new Zoning Ordinance. Mr. Fowler, noting he will address the matter further at the Public Hearing at the July 2 City Council Meeting, wanted to bring this to the attention of Council because he said it is a serious flaw in an otherwise nice idea.

Stray Animals; Historic Buildings

Dana Grubb, 2420 Henderson Place, agreed with Ms. Dolan that there are many irresponsible pet owners. Mr. Grubb stressed that for any amount of time a stray animal is in the possession of the City, the City has the responsibility to treat the animal in a humane fashion. Mr. Grubb, referring to the proposed demolition of the former Jack Jones Buick building on West Broad Street, thought it is an excellent project for that location but the building may be architecturally historically significant. Mr. Grubb noted that people are still waiting for the Administration to provide a protective demolition Ordinance for properties like this throughout the City. Mr. Grubb asserted the City needs to get this Ordinance done so that other properties can be protected.

Flatiron Building; Council Meetings; Traffic Issues – Columbia and Third Streets

Stephen Antalics, 737 Ridge Street, stressed that the structure on the top of the Flatiron building is a disgrace to the South Side Historic buildings, and noted the fact that it caused a fire. Mr. Antalics asserted it violated the Resolution and nothing has been done. Mr. Antalics continued to say that City Council Meetings are public meetings so the public can observe elected officials and how they operate. Continuing on to emphasize the public has the right to hear what is going on, Mr. Antalics said he is annoyed by side conversations and dialogue away from the microphones. He remarked that everything said at this meeting is public information and should be as such. Mr. Antalics suggested that he can remind Council and the Administration when he thinks they are out of order by holding up a red light. Mr. Antalics noted that coming off Columbia Street onto Third Street there is a curve onto Third Street with a sign that says no left turn which is impossible since one cannot make a left turn from Columbia onto Third Street. He added there is now another sign there that is a right of way sign. Highlighting the fact that to see if the traffic is coming a driver needs to pull out into the middle of Third Street to see if a car is coming, Mr. Antalics explained the right of way sign creates a greater hazard because Third Street is only single lane. Mr. Antalics complemented the City on the completion of the Greenway.

The meeting was adjourned at 8:15 p.m.