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I think that was great, and they also recognized that because of their busy schedules as they move into adulthood, and we all know how busy we get, that they found that many times they couldnÓt meet quorum at their meetings because some of the students had other activities and events that took them away from these meetings. They did change that requirement of how they addressed absences. They handled it in a very professional manner, and IÓm very impressed with how they managed to create the change. So, job well done. Now I would like to address the ordinance that LASWAB brought forward that was to give more power to animal control officers as they move forward with complaints related to barking and howling of dogs in the community. They have worked with the mayorÓs office to recommend changes whereby once they address these issues, they have greater leverage in earlier intervention with regards to resolving recurring violations. Animal control officers will have a greater weight when called forward for nuisances of barking dogs. Motion by Councilmember Marx, seconded by President Litten to receive and file communication. Discussion: In response to a question by President Litten, Councilmember Marx recommended adoption of Ordinance 11-2023 upon second reading. On the motion: All in favor. Motion passed. 6.ORDINANCE 11-2023 - AN ORDINANCE to take effect immediately provided it receives the affirmative vote of at least five (5) members of Council, or otherwise to take effect and be in force after the earliest period allowed by law, to amend Chapter 505.13, Barking or Howling Prohibited, of the Codified Ordinances of the City of Lakewood for the purpose of changing the penalty for repeat offenses of this section and adding gender st neutral language. (1 read & referred to R&O 5/1/23) (pg. 7) President Litten asked the administration to explain the request for adoption upon second reading. Law Director Vargo explained that the suspension of rules to adopt on second reading would be out of consideration and respect of the Advisory Board. However, from an administrative standpoint, the adoption on second reading is not necessary. Councilmember Rader expressed a preference for following the regular timeline for adoption. Motion by President Litten, seconded by Vice President Kepple to defer. All in favor. Motion passed. Ordinance 11-2023 deferred. 7.RESOLUTION 2023-20 - 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, approving the amended bylaws of the Lakewood Youth Council. (Referred to Rules & Ordinances 4/17/23) (pg. 9) Ѝ