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39.RESOLUTION 2023-64 - A RESOLUTION imposing an immediate moratorium on the issuance and processing of permits allowing retail dispensaries, cultivators, or processors of adult use marijuana within the City of Lakewood, Ohio. (pg. 132) Motion by President Litten, seconded by Councilmember Bullock, to adopt Resolution 2023-64. All in favor. Motion passed. Resolution 2023-64 adopted. 40.C ommunication from Planning Director Leininger and Development Officer Wyman regarding FY24 HUD Annual Action Plan Resolution & Lakewood Citizens Advisory Committee FY24 Federal Funding Allocation Recommendations. (pg. 134) Motion by President Litten, seconded by Councilmember Bullock, to receive and file the communication. Discussion: Councilmember Bullock asked when the administrationwill receivean updated estimate of 2024 CDBG and ESG award amounts. In response, Planning Director Leininger clarified that the actual amounts have consistently decreased each year. The precise figures are not available until spring 2024. Despite this uncertainty, the Planning Department strives to provide an accurate estimate, relying on a federal government formula for budget allocations. Additionally, Planning Director Leininger noted that although Lakewood is experiencing a reported decline in population at the national level, the City is contesting this information based on changes in demographics. On the motion: All in favor. Motion passed. 41.RESOLUTION 2023-65 - A RESOLUTION to take effect immediately provided it receives the affirmative vote of at leasttwo 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 submit the Fiscal Year 2024 (FY24) One-Year Action Plan of the FY20–FY24 Five Year Consolidated Plan (Consolidated Plan) which includes dollar allocations and activities to be funded with federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) resources, any other entitlement funds received from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), all amendments thereto, and all understandings and assurances contained therein, and incorporates the City’s application to HUD for FY24 CDBG and ESG funds. (pg. 135) Motion by President Litten, seconded by Councilmember Bullock to refer Resolution 2023-65 to the Finance Committee. Discussion: In response to a question, Director Leininger explained that due to the restrictions on funds, the Citizen Advisory Committee’s recommendations did not differ much from the administration’s recommendations. President Litten remarked on the democratic and collaborative nature of Lakewood’s process for distributing these funds. 13