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Council ~Linutes of 1/20/87 Letters and Communications: Clerk of Council announced receipt of Feighan regarding the Social Security appointment that the 99th Congress did sponsored, but it will be reintroduced supporter. -3 - a letter from Congressman Edward F. "notch" problem; he expressed his dis- not pass H.R. 1917, which he co- and he will again be an enthusiastic Audience participation: Mrs. Margaret McKay, 5197 Columbia Road, voiced objections to a performance by the "Chipperoos" to be presented in North Olmsted; feels their act is porno- graphic as well as offensive and degrading to the community. Requested the Mayor to preview the show and not permit such things to be presented in North Olmsted. Law Director Gareau stated that the Mayor is not the chief conserva- tor of the peace relative to enforcement of the city's pornography ordinances. Mrs. McKay's complaints should be directed to the appropriate authority, namely, the Police Department and the City Prosecutor; they will determine whether or not there is a violation of local ordinances. This country has freedom of ex- pression and freedom of speech so something cannot be outlawed before it is even presented. Mr. Mark Godfrey, Vice President Timber Trails Association, again discussed the numerous violations of the city's Zoning Code by Nightfall nightclub. The abutting residents want the integrity of their neighborhood restored; erection of a barrier fence along the residential property; paving of the back area if it is going to be used for parking vehicles; adjusting the lights to point towards the nightclub and not toward hames;.lowering the volume of the music. Law Director Gareau stated that he was very distressed that this issue was withdrawn from the Planning Commission agenda last week where it could have been aired publicly. Mr. Gareau advised that if he did not receive a report by the end of the week, as to whether or not there would be compliance with the city Zoning Codes, or whether an application would be filed before the Planning Commission next week, then he will file a lawsuit to restrict and restrain the owner from continuting to utilize the property. Mr. Logan noted that there seemed to be a number of issues with respect to the Building Department lately; does not feel that Safety Director Becker can respond to council's questions as readily as Building Coa¢nissioner Spino; therefore, Mr. Logan moved that Building Commissioner be in attendance at future Council Meetings, second by Mr. Wilamosky, unanimously approved. LEGISLATION: Resolution No. 86-1 introduced by Mr. McKay was given its third reading. A resolution authorizing the Director of Finance to advertise for bids for a copy machine for use in the Finance Department, and declaring an emergency. Mr. McKay moved to table Resolution No. 86-1 due to the financial condition of the city, second by Mr. O'Grady, unanimously approved. Resolution No. 86-1 TABLED. Ordinance No. 86-126 introduced by Mr. Wilamosky was given its third reading. An ordinance establishing the compensation to be paid to all hourly employees employed by the North Olmsted Municipal Bus Line, and declaring an emergency. Mr. Wilamosky moved for adoption, second by Mr. Tallon, unanimously approved. Ordinance No. 86-12b adopted. i