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November 13, 2pp6 Public Works and Property Vacation Committee Meeting Minutes Page 2 handout which he requested from the police department (copy attached) which shows that there were no calls for service in this area for this calendar year. Amanda Janes of 1101 26t~' Street spoke in opposition to the request noting that she has lived at this location for eight years. She stated that her children use the alley and suggested that perhaps a 4-way stop should be installed and signs saying "Watch for Children". Teens Caperall of 1017 South 27t~' Street Hated that she was the person who originally brought the notice problems to the attention of the Council. She noted that two (2) city departments objected to the closing. She circulated five (5} photos (attached) indicating that there is no damage to the petitioner's property. She stated that she talked with a city employee who said that the resulting T- intersection would cause problems for snow removal. She also provided a listing of property owners who are against and for the proposed vacation (copy attached) along with signed statements (attached). In response to a question from Council Member Puzzella, Mr. Gilot stated that the City does not plow alleys. Mr. Marshall stated that there are legitimate public safety reasons which warrant the alley vacation. He added that there is no hindrance to access to garages or safety vehicles. Council Member Dieter made a motion, seconded by Council Member Puzzello that Bill No. 63-06 be recommended favorably to Council. The motion passed. Under miscellaneous business, Council Member Dieter noted that he is working on a potential name change for the 300 block of Colfax. There being no further business to came before the Committee, Dr. Varner adjourned the meeting at 3:38 p,m. Respectfully submitted, Council Member David Varner, Chairperson Public Works and Property Vacation Committee Attachments