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Acting President Kepple asked the Administration when the 30 days for a decision to be made starts and how a referral to the Committee of the Whole may impact the future processes of negotiations. Law Director Vargo explained that 30 days gives the Administration plenty of time to gain approval of the Council. He mentioned that the Administration would come prepared to the meeting to answer any questions Council has before approval ofResolution 2022-44. Councilmember Marx explained that there have been executive sessions in the past that have helped in contractual decision making. She expressed her support in having the Administration share their philosophy in an executive session in this case. Acting President Kepple expressed her appreciation for the Administration's approach toward these negotiations. She also clarified with Law Director Vargo what the 30 days entails for a decision. Law Director Vargo explained that funds would be approved if Council did not decide within 30 days, but that the Administration would like to receive approval. He made it clear that if Council were to reject Resolution 2022-44, he would find a way to reach an agreement. Acting President Kepple clarified with Chief Dunphy that in Lakewood's Fire Department, there are 2 members left that are not fire fighter certified but have their LPA. On the motion: Acting President Kepple withdrew her initial motion. Motion by Acting President Kepple, seconded by Councilmember Baker to refer Resolution 2022-44 to Committee of the Whole. Discussion: Councilmember Baker clarified that he is not against Resolution 2022-44 but that a meeting would be beneficial to the public as well as Council. On the motion: All in favor. Motion passed. Resolution 2022-44 was referred to Committee of the Whole. 15. RESOLUTION 2022-45 - A RESOLUTION to take effect immediately provided it receives the affirmative vote of at least two thirds of the members of Council, or otherwise to take effect and be in force after the earliest period allowed by law, authorizing the Mayor of the City of Lakewood, Ohio, to enter into an Agreement with the Lakewood Paramedic Association for a three-year period commencing January 1, 2023 and ending December 31, 2025, and ratifying that Agreement. (pg. 080) Motion by Acting President Kepple, seconded by Councilmember Rader to refer Resolution 2022-45 to the Committee of the Whole. All in favor. Motion passed. ***PUBLIC COMMENT"" No public comment was made. 6