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highlighted the need for empathy among neighbors and noted his desire to continue to be a good <br /> neighbor. <br /> On the motion: All in favor, with President O'Malley abstaining. Motion passed. Resolution <br /> 2022-12 was adopted. <br /> 12. Communication from Councilmember Rader &President O'Malley regarding right to <br /> counsel legislation. (pg. 024) <br /> Councilmember Rader thanked staff at the Legal Aid Society of Cleveland for their assistance <br /> in crafting the legislation. President O'Malley acknowledged the positive feedback he received <br /> from attorneys who represent landlords regarding the legislation. <br /> Motion by President O'Malley, seconded by Vice President Litten to receive and file the <br /> communication. <br /> Discussion: Hazel Remesch ofLegal Aid commended Lakewood for taking up Right to Counsel. <br /> She spoke to the positive results her organization has seen from similar legislation passed in <br /> Cleveland. She noted that Council's appropriation could expand Legal Aid's services for <br /> seniors and those living in poverty in the city of Lakewood. <br /> On the motion: All in favor. Motion passed. The communication was received and filed. <br /> President O'Malley referenced an eComment made regarding this agenda item. <br /> 13. ORDINANCE 16-2022 - AN ORDINANCE to take effect immediately provided it <br /> receives the affirmative vote of at least five (5) members of Council, or otherwise to <br /> take effect and be in force after the earliest period allowed by law, to establish a right to <br /> counsel for individuals in civil cases involving tenants facing eviction in Lakewood <br /> Municipal Court. (pg. 028) <br /> Motion by President O'Malley, seconded by Vice President Litten to refer Ordinance 16-2022 <br /> to the Housing, Planning, & Development Committee. All in favor. Motion passed. Ordinance <br /> 16-2022 was referred to the Housing, Planning, & Development Committee. <br /> President O'Malley referenced an eComment made regarding this agenda item. <br /> 14. RESOLUTION 2022-13 - A RESOLUTION to take effect immediately provided it <br /> receives the affirmative vote of at least two thirds of the members of Council, or <br /> otherwise to take effect and be in force after the earliest period allowed by law, <br /> authorizing the Mayor and Director of Law to enter into an agreement with the Legal <br /> Aid Society of Cleveland for the provision of Right to Counsel Assistance with <br /> funds allocated from the American Rescue Plan Act in the amount of$550,000. (pg. <br /> 031) <br /> Motion by President O'Malley, seconded by Vice President Litten to refer Resolution 2022-13 <br />