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consider factors such as fees, aesthetics, line of site safety issues, noise and light during decision making. He expressed that the City is welcoming and wanting 5G capability for residents but that the City has to work together with these providers to ensure good outcomes for all. Director Beno stated that the City has installed 15 such structures over the last 1.5 years. There have been no requests in the past 6 months. He remarked further on the City's process for managing these requests and the criteria used to make decisions about their placement. On the motion: Motion passed. All members voting yea. Ordinance 34 -18 referred to Public Works. 24. Communication from Fire Chief Gilman regarding Grant Award from Community West Foundation Motion by Mr. O'Leary, seconded by Mr. Anderson to receive and file the communication. Motion Passed. All members voting yea. * ***PUBLIC COMMENT * * ** Ben Lee — 1335 Cove Ave Mr. Lee advocated for municipal broadband. He spoke about his personal circumstances as a rent - burdened household. He argues that internet is essential for many people and that the City's few providers charge high rates and sometimes have limited access. He asked that Lakewood undertake a feasibility study and listed other municipalities which have done this. Mr. O'Malley cited a recent study that reported half of Cleveland households lack broadband internet. He expressed interest in looking into the issue. * * * *ANNOUNCEMENTS"" Mayor Summers announced the schedule of events for the Fourth of July festivities. He announced that 30,000 copies of Lakewood Life were mailed out. A third one is planned for November and will include significant discussion about the City's sewer system. Mr. Rader announced that the seniors he met with during his recent town halls vocally advocated for an improved senior center. Motion by Mr. O'Leary, seconded, to adjourn the meeting. Motion adopted. All members voting yea.