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Jane Leschnik of 1063 Wilbur Ave. Ms. Leschnik expressed her support for the preservation of the building. Sean McDermott of 1490 Arthur Ave. Mr. McDermott encouraged quick action to restore the building and applauded the city's efforts thus far. Discussion: Director Leininger gave an update on the initial committee discussion regarding the Curtis Block building. The administration has been in contact with Lakewood Alive to get more eyes on the building. Mayor George reiterated the understanding that quick action must be taken. Councilmember Bullock spoke to the community support for preserving the structure. Councilmember Rader inquired whether roof repairs could be completed in the near future and whether the building preservation could be split into 2 projects, abating further damage and working to preserve the structure. President O'Malley noted that the Lakewood Hospital Fund could be a source offunding for the project. On the motion: A roll call vote was taken as follows: Yeas —Bullock, Kepple, Litten, Neff, O'Malley, Rader, Shachner Nays —None Motion passed. The report was received and filed. 2. Committee report from Housing Committee regarding meeting held November 17, 2020 (to be provided). Councilmember Shachner read the following report into the record: The committee met on November 17th with all members present, along with members of the administration and the public. The 1st item addressed was Ordinance 14-2020, the beekeeping ordinance. It went through some changes after going through the Planning Commission. The Planning Commission removed itself from the approval process and added it to section 505.18 of the code that regulates how hens are housed and prohibits certain animals. Bees were also allowed in all districts and a new section was added in regard to inspections. Only trained individuals can manipulate hives and the Commission also added in a portion that requires owners to prepare themselves for hive maintenance. There is a $5 fee for filing a permit, which matches state law, and the permit itself matches the state's permitting. Bill Barr who is a Cuyahoga County Apiary Inspector suggested reducing the allowable number of hives from 2 to I per 2500 square feet, which would allow the median house in Lakewood to support 2.2 beehives. There is a grandfather clause for people that have kept bees without complaint. The committee made some amendments and recommended the ordinance to full Council on a unanimous vote. The committee also talked about Ordinance 17-2020, which was originally proposed by President O'Malley to have the Architectural Board of Review (ABR) review the exterior painting of existing brick structures. There was discussion at a prior committee meeting ii