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that Council deliberate on the proposed amendments and revisions. President Kepple recommended taking action on the existing proposed version of Ordinance 39- 2023, with the possibility of substitution in subsequent discussions. Planning Director Leininger reported that he and Law Director Vargo had the opportunity to address the issues identified in the January 16th, 2024 Housing, Planning, and Development Committee meeting. He highlighted that the focal point of the issues discussed by the Committee was revising Section 4 of proposed Ordinance 39-2023, which deals with Section 1161.03(z) of the Lakewood Codified Ordinances. Planning Director Leininger and Law Director Vargo collaboratively formulated the following revision to Section 4 of proposed Ordinance 39-2023 to read: Section 4. ThatnewSection 1161.03(z) Body ArtEstablishment, of the Lakewood Codified Ordinances is hereby enacted to read as follows: (z) Body Art Establishments. In a C1 Office, C2 Retail or C3 General Business District a body art establishment, as defined by the OhioAdministrative Code, may be a conditionally permitted use provided that: the requirements of this Section are met. For the purposes of this Section, Body Art shall not include Body Piercing. \[Body Piercing is regulated by Section 1161.03(AA).\] Director Leininger clarified that the bracketed language serves the purpose of guiding individuals seeking information on body piercing regulations to refer to Section 1161.03(AA) of the Lakewood Codified Ordinances. He mentioned that the inclusion of this information within brackets is presented as an option for Council to determine whether to retain or remove it. Planning Director Leininger and Law Director Vargo suggested removing proposed Section 1161.03(z)-(10), “Body art establishments shall not include body piercing.” Councilman Bullock explained the purpose behind discussing proposed Ordinance 39-2023. He stated that the language pertaining to Section 1161.03(z)-(10) can be construed as confusing, prompting the need for revision. Additionally, Councilman Bullock expressed a preference for retaining the bracketed language while openly inviting the opinions of other Councilmembers. President Kepple asked whether the administration and Council believe the revisions effectively resolve the verbiage issues of Ordinance 39-2023 and whether these adjustments align appropriately with the Ohio Administrative Code.Councilman Baker responded by emphasizing that the significance of this revised legislation is providing clarity for individuals interested in performing body piercings, making it evident that they are not obligated to adhere to the same zoning requirements as body art establishments. While there are various methods to achieve this objective, the revised verbiage serves as a clear and straightforward approach. Motion by President Kepple, seconded by Vice President Shachner, to substitute Ordinance 39-2023 as revised by Planning Director Leininger and Law Director Vargo. On the motion: All in favor. Motion passed. Ordinance 39-2023 substituted. 3