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Council Minutes of 8/1/2006 t and Westlake. Residents are asked to set air conditioners at moderate levels and during ~~ high-peak usage, noon to 5 p.m., to limit activities that use a lot of electricity. 3) On August 8, there will be a special election in North Olmsted. Exercise your right to vote. 4) A dedication of a new piano for the Senior Center was held today. The piano was purchased through funds raised at the Mayor's Ball. 5) During July, he traveled to Europe and Asia. He believes his participation with the United States Conference of Mayors and Cuyahoga County Mayors and Managers Association will help to restore North Olmsted to prominence in the region. On July 5, at the International Court of Justice at the Hague in Netherlands, he spoke on the subject of world peace. He joined with mayors from Europe, Asia, Africa to emphasize the need for all nations and all powers to make a good faith effort towards the limitation of weapons of mass destruction. On 3uly 14, he lectured at Ritsumeikan University in Kyoto, Japan on the topic of international strategies for local government. 6) The Fourth of July ceremonies were a great success with a larger turnout than last year. Thanks to all who took part and to Cauncil President Kennedy who did an outstanding job of acting Mayor when he was out of the country. 7) On July 21, he and Councilman Gareau met with director Sari Feldman and others from the leadership team of the Cuyahoga County Public Library system. The group discussed what needs to happen to make the North Olmsted branch even better than it is. As plans are firmed up and estimates and costs are obtained, they will be brought to Council for consideration. 8) Removal of asphalt continues on Lorain Road. Tomorrow will begin three nights of work to complete the partial depth pavement repairs, and then the intermediate asphalt to start putting the road back in place will begin next week. Motorists should be cautious as they have taken away the road surface and the manholes are up above grade, which can be quite hazardous. 9) Departments: Community Life Services. • Pilot program underway to assist residents with emergency help for prescription drugs. We are trying to help those truly in need based upon their income level in emergency situations with their co-pay, but our ability to continue is limited. Director Dailey is working to coordinate with local pharmacies for perhaps discount rates and working to find additional sources of funding. • Cuyahoga County Board of Commissioners announced a free screening of "West Side Story" at the Palace Theatre on August 25 at 2 p.m. Senior citizens can request tickets through the Senior Center. • On July 9, dedicated a garden in memory of former Springvale club pro Jerry Ludvik who passed away last year. • Springvale revenues continue above projections for this year. Human Resources • Civil Service Commission has scheduled meetings on August 8 and 11 to review the statement of qualifications for testing companies for the Police Chief ;: ~'` examination. 2