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tenant mix. He supports a fagade save of the Curtiss Block building. Heather Rudge—13926 Cl ion Blvd. Ms. Rudge stated that the entirety of the Curtiss Block building has been landmarked. She expressed skepticism about the cost of the rehabilitation of the building. She suggested using historic tax credit on the project. Rick Sicha—1519 W Clifton Blvd. Mr. Sicha spoke to the previous broad community support for the designation of the Curtiss Block building as a local landmark. He cited the city's previous deal to develop the former Lakewood Hospital site and suggested it caused the deterioration in the condition of the Curtiss Block building. Jeanne Mackay—13428 Lake Ave. Ms. McKay spoke in support of saving the Curtiss Block building. She stated that a fagade save of the building was not realistic, and that rehabbing the entire structure would be best. Jeffrey Weber— 1095 Homewood Dr. Mr. Webber stated that the development seems right sized for the city of Lakewood. He expressed his support to maintaining and rehabbing the entire Curtiss Block structure. Maureen Koopman— 1556 Belle Ave. Ms. Koopman stated her hope that the new development would be consistent with Lakewood's architecture. She stated her belief that the Curtiss Block building should be saved. Vice President Litten suggested that the administration focus on themes for each upcoming Committee of the Whole deliberation and notes Council ahead of time. On the motion: All in favor. Motion passed. The communication was referred to Committee of the Whole. 19. Communication from Mayor George regarding mayoral appointment to the Lakewood Tree Advisory & Education Board. (pg. 104) Motion by President O'Malley, seconded by Vice President Litten to receive and file the communication. All in favor. Motion passed. The communication was received and filed. 20. Communication from Mayor George regarding prohibited right turn on red intersections. (pg. 105) Motion by President O'Malley, seconded by Vice President Litten to receive and file the communication. Discussion: Councilmember Bullock asked to share a resident communication requesting another intersection near a school to be included on the list. Mayor George indicated he could do so, noting that any new additions would be determined using data from various city departments. It was clarified that no intersections have been added thus far during the George administration and that all of these intersections are marked with signage.