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Page 4. <br /> could be reached. He questioned the notice aspect of the ordinance proposed <br /> and hoped that the City would be receptive to constructive suggestions. <br /> Mr. Bill McGlynn of 121 North Shore noted that he was associated <br /> with MADD and hoped that only' the modification language be addressed so that <br /> the 1,000 ft. restriction would remain to regulate bars. - <br /> Mr. Wallace Jessup of 522 E. Altgeld requested that a moratorium <br /> be placed on all new dealer permits. He noted that a retailer permit are <br /> what r.estaur.::ants, have and dealer permits allow you to take the package home. <br /> He proposed a resolution to this effect. (copy attached) <br /> Maria Catanzarite noted that -her family owns and operates the <br /> rest:a_ur:ant. known as Francisco' s Family resa'aaran't located at 1636 N, Ironwood. <br /> They have been there for two years and the whole family works there. It is <br /> a nice family restaurant and they would like to. move to the GoodWill Plaza <br /> to help the neighborhood. She stated that "you can' t drink coke or milk <br /> with pizza and spaghetti" . <br /> Councilman Serge noted that he operated a tavern for over 36 years <br /> and that it was an important business. He noted that he remodeled his <br /> establishment on Portage Avenue so that his customers would be more ' <br /> comfortable. He thought the problem was on the East side of town. <br /> Councilman Puzzello noted that if changes are made there mus:t _be <br /> better policing. <br /> Councilman Beck stated that changes are needed. She is most concerned <br /> about using the BZA and cited several appointed Boards which have had <br /> their problems; :redevelopment with the Odd Fellows Building, public works <br /> with the Violin Woman, the' School Board with education. She said that <br /> we must review this ordinance carefully and hope that another instrument_ <br /> rather than the BZA could be used. She felt it was the Council ' s <br /> responsibility. <br /> Councilman Crone noted that certain subjective criteria may be needed <br /> if th:e 'BZA is used. She did not question their ability however noted that <br /> changes to the ordinance will effect the entire City not just the five <br /> points area. She stressed that we must look at all uses such as controlling <br /> adult book stores, etc. <br /> Councilman Zakrzewski voiced concern about using the BZA. He felt <br /> that the Council should have the final say. He voiced this position .in <br /> March and has not changed his mind. He questioned the definition of <br /> structural alterations. <br /> Councilman Puzzello requested Mr. Diedrich, to send any suggestions' <br /> he might have in writing. Mrs. Robinson also noted that parking <br /> requirements should be carefully studied. <br /> Councilman Braboy requested all persons to put their ideas in writing <br /> and send them to the City Council. She also stressed that any changes <br />