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Mayor George responded that her administration has been pursuing both ideas and has recently spoken with Graftech and the Ohio Department of Transportation about purchasing excess property and repurposing it. McKenzie Levi — Mr. Levi discussed his challenges collecting signatures to appear on the ballot and requested that Council allow for write in candidates in at-large elections. He argued that this would improve ballot equity. ****ANNOUNCEMENTS**** Councilmember Rader asked for a brief update on the former hospital site. He also recognized the Public Works Department and Fabrizi Trucking &Paving for their work on Leedale Ave. Director Leininger responded that CASTO is continuing to update its proposal to reflect the new site conditions. CASTO and the City are making progress developing a term sheet. The City has twice convened its Advisory Panel on this matter. He stated that the administration will have more to report after recess and he assured Council that much work is happening behind the scenes. Councilmember Bullock requested a brief update on the status of the Curtis Block. Chief Dunphy responded that the roof was recently repaired and that ventilation was increased to help dry out the property. Councilmember Bullock asked if the City has a plan for cooling stations in case of power outages this summer. Chief Dunphy discussed the City's plans which include using the schools. There is an agreement in place with RTA for transportation. Director Gelsomino discussed the administration's recent efforts during an outage. Vice President Litten spoke about Lakewood Alive's upcoming Summer Meltdown. President O'Malley made a motion, seconded by Vice President Litten to adjourn the meeting. All members voted in favor.Motion passed. The meeting was adjourned at approximately 9:10 p.m. Approved: Daniel J. O'Malley, Council President Maureen M. Bach, Council Clerk