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Motion by President O'Leary, seconded by Vice President Anderson to receive and file the communication. President O'Leary noted that Council heard the winning essay from a Lincoln Elementary student at the Fallen Firefighters Memorial and Promotional Ceremony the previous week. It was noted that house fires are a regular occurrence in the city and that folks should be as prepared as possible with an escape plan. On the motion: All members in favor. Motion passed. 30. RESOLUTION 9095-19 - A RESOLUTION, calling upon the citizens of Lakewood to participate in fire prevention activities at home, and to heed the message, "Not Every Hero Wears A Cape... Plan and Practice Your Escape," as the 2019 Fire Prevention Week theme suggests. (pg. 84) Motion by President O'Leary, seconded by Vice President Anderson to adopt Resolution 9095-19. All members in favor. Motion passed. Resolution 9095-19 adopted. ****PUBLIC COMMENT"" Ms. Fay Olson of Clifton Blvd. expressed dismay that the ban on retractable leashes will not be reviewed this month. She shared her personal experiences in the community and provided facts about the retractable leash and its benefits for small dog owners. She asked that the ordinance not be enforced, if it is to remain in the city code. She also claimed a councilmember had disrespected her at a public meeting. The councilmember disputed that characterization and thanked her for sharing her thoughts on the law. ""ANNOUNCEMENTS"" Mayor Summers noted that the upcoming issue of Lakewood Life is at the printer and contains information about various affordable housing programs, lead safe issues and strategies, home improvement resources, Census 2020, community awards, preservation strategies, and information on the handheld mobile phone ban while driving. He added that Public Works has been hard at work acquiring speed signals that indicate the speed of an oncoming car. Two temporary units will be replaced with two,permanent solar-powered units. One will be on Arthur Ave., another will be at the east end of Franklin Ave., and there will be two more placed on Parkwood Ave., one facing north and the other facing south. There will also be five more units coming that will be placed based on feedback from the Police Department and Council.