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Council Minutes of 11-01-2022 Roll Call: Yes. Williamson, Kelly, Limpert, Scarl, Hemann, Glassburn, Gilchrist No None Motion carried. Councilman Limpert voted yes with comment noting he thinks it's important that we get this right, as the Economic Development Director stated this is a new concept in the way it's used and asked the Administration to follow-up with a path towards reviewing and resolving the moratorium. Councilwoman Hemann voted yes with comment to state that she also feels it is important to do a lot of research on this and review all of the information available to make a reasonable decision as our residents rely on them to do. Council President Pro -Tem invited anyone with a comment on suspension to come to the podium to be recognized. Mr. David Kovatch, Owner of Sacred Waters wanted to clarify that his establishments do not sell or support the use of Deli or Delta -0. Director of Economic Development Upton explained the reasons behind the Moratorium on Permits, and further noting that there is a distinct difference between selling these products, and serving and consuming these intoxicating substances on site. Karen Mueller also spoke again to ask Council to look into what Kava is. Councilwoman Williamson moved for adoption. The motion was seconded by Councilman Kelly and passed 7-0. Roll Call'. Yes. Williamson, Kelly, Limpert, Scarl. Hemann, Glassburn, Gilchrist No. None Motion carried. Resolution 2022-100 adopted 7-0. Mr. Glassburn voted yes with comment stating that this is the first reading of this legislation, and that he has read all of the information provided with the legislationand he is even more convinced that this is not in the best interest for the safety and welfare of the entire City, further noting that this is not about one particular establishment, but about the safety and welfare of the entire City. Resolution 2022-101 was introduced by Mayor Jones and placed on first reading. A Resolution authorizing the Director of Economic and Community Development to make application on behalf of the City of North Olmsted for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds for the fiscal year 2023 for the Brookpark Road Underpass Rehabilitation Project, further authorizing the Mayor to accept Grant Funds, if awarded, and to execute contract with Cuyahoga County if required; and declaring an emergency. Resolution 2022-102 was introduced by Mayor Jones and placed on first reading. A Resolution authorizing the Director of Economic and Community Development to make application on behalf of the City of North Olmsted to Cuyahoga County to participate in the Supplemental Grant Program, and further authorizing the Mayor to accept the Grant, if awarded, and to execute a contract with Cuyahoga County, and declaring an emergency.