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were visible from the alleys.
Council Member Zakrzewski voiced concern that street
signs are not being replaced quickly enough. Council
Member Ladewski stated that street signs are being
replaced on a piecemeal basis by District. He
encouraged all Council Members to assist him in
bringing this to the attention of the City
Administration.
Following further discussion, Council Member Kelly made
a motion, seconded by Council Member Duda, that Bill
No. 52-93 be recommended favorably to Council. The
Motion passed.
The Committee then reviewed Bill No. 53-93 which would
establish the prohibition of the use of motor vehicles
for the purpose of patronizing, promoting and/or the
commission of prostitution.
Mr. James R. Caldwell made the presentation. He stated
that the Bill had been under study for several weeks by
the Neighborhood Task Force who endorses the Bill. He
stated that merchants in affected areas also support
the Bill. The overall purpose of it is to send a
stronger message that prostitution is not welcome in
our City and to provide another tool for the Police
Department.
Council President Luecke questioned counseling of women
involved in prostitution and Mr. Caldwell stated that
the City does not want to begin a social service
program but would assist with various County programs
in this area. Council Member Luecke questioned the use
of taxi cabs and potential violations and Council
Member Zakrzewski questioned how enforcement would be
made when driving with another individual.
Mr. Broden noted that the Ordinance was specifically
drafted to avoid innocent individuals.
Council Member Puzzello questioned what the normal
sentence would be and was advised that the Pre-Trial
Diversion Program is typically involved.
Council Member Slavinskas stated that a multi-armed
approach is needed in this area. He suggested that the
Prosecutor's Office set forth what the overall process
is and would address first time offenders. He was also
advised that after the third offense, it becomes a
felony with jail time.
Reverend Ralph Miles spoke against the Bill and
questioned the safeguards of innocent young women. Mr.
Caldwell 4stated that the overall Bill addresses
soliciting on the street and that the Ordinance calls
for knowing violation of the law.
Council President Luecke also noted that undercover
police officers would be used for enforcement.
Following further discussion Council Member Kelly made
a motion, , seconded by Council Member Duda, that Bill
No. 53-93 be recommended favorably to Council. The
motion passed.
There being no further business to come before the
Committee, the meeting was ajourned at 5:15 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Council Member Eugene Ladewski,
Chairperson
Public Safety Committee
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