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2. Report from Public Works & Sustainability Committee regarding meeting held September 11, 2023 (to be provided) Chairmen Rader read the following report: th The Public Works & Sustainability Committee met on September 11 to discuss Ordinance 19-2023. If adopted, the ordinance would authorize the Mayor to enter into two amended lease agreements for the operation of concessions at Lakewood Park and the Bistro at Cove Community Center. Law Director Vargo provided the committee with an overview of the terms of both lease agreements. There was an in-depth discussion amongst the Council and Director Vargo in regards to the financial implications of the agreements for both parties, and whether the current model is sustainable for the HELP Foundation. Councilman Bullock identified an error in the Lakewood Park lease agreement, and a motion was made to amend Exhibit A, Amended Term 17-A-3 to change the date from September 1, 2024, to September 1, 2023. I requested that Director Vargo bring a report to tonight’s meeting that confirms that the HELP Foundation has been in close communication with Director Berry and that they feel confident moving forward with the agreement. The committee also expressed a desire to be more involved with future discussions between the City and the HELP Foundation before the next renewal term. Director Vargo was amenable to both requests, and a motion was adopted to recommend Ordinance 19-2023 to Council for adoption this evening. Motion by Councilmember Rader, seconded by President Litten. All members in favor. Motion passed. 3. S. ORDINANCE 19-2023 - AN ORDINANCE 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 and directing the Mayor to enter into two amended lease agreements for the operation of the food concessions at Lakewood Park and the Bistro at Cove Community Center with HELP Foundation, Inc. pursuant to Section 155.08 of the st Codified Ordinances. (1read & referred to PWS 9/5/23) (pg. 1) President Litten made a motion to substitute the ordinance as shown on the docket, seconded by Vice President Kepple. All members voted in favor. Motion passed. Ordinance 19-2023 substituted. Discussion: Councilmember Rader asked for Director Vargo to report back on any updates from the HELP Foundation. Director Vargo then asked Director Berry to speak to Council about his discussions with theHELP Foundation in regard tothe challenges they have faced. 2