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the contractor’s agreement. (referred to COW 10/16/23) (pg. 11) Public Comment: Barbara Rhodes, residing at 1475 Grace Avenue, expressed curiosity regarding the executive session held at the October 30, 2023 Committee of the Whole Meeting. She inquired about the identification of the engineering contractor involved in the ordinance and sought clarification on the specifics of the claim. Barbara also expressed interest in whether there exists a public record documenting the city's claim from this anonymous contractor. President Litten responded by stating that Council always takes the need to go into executive session very seriously. He highlighted that executive sessions only occur during situations where there is legal need to do so. Law Director Vargo stated that any public records request would identify the identity of the contractor with whom the settlement is with. Furthermore, he stated that he is not aware if there is a public record of this claim or if it was the subject of oral negotiation. Barbara Rhodes then asked if it is possible that this claim has never been recorded and never will be recorded for the public to review. Law Director Vargo responded by saying that a public records request would be the ideal solution to properly answer this question. Motion by President Litten, seconded by Vice President Kepple, to adopt Resolution 2023-52. All in favor. Motion passed. Resolution 2023-52 adopted. 10. Report from Committee of the Whole held November 6, 2023. (to be provided) President Litten delivered the following report: The Committee of the Whole met earlier this evening to discuss the Lakewood ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition plan. We had Lakewood’s consultant on the matter, Steve Metzer, present as well as members from the ADA Task Force, Director Leininger and other members of the administration who provided a presentation. The presentation was thorough in terms of addressing high, medium, and low priority items. It is important for us to financially understand how we can make our city as accessible as possible. Motion by President Litte, seconded by Vice President Kepple, to receive and file the oral report. All in favor. Motion passed. 11. RESOLUTION 2023-51 - A RESOLUTION 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 aftertheearliest period allowed by law, adopting the City of Lakewood ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan (SETP). (Referred to COW 10/16/23) (pg. 12) Discussion: President Litten expressed his desire for ADA Task Force members to be in attendance when Council considers the adoption of Resolution 2023-51. Given the ADA Task Force’s significant contributions, Council should aim to adopt the resolution while members are 4