Council Meeting Wrapup for 4/30/2007 – Public Input
Gloria Barron spoke on artificial turf. She does not believe that artificial turf is good for our environment. She would prefer native plantings. She warned that artificial turf could damage the ecosystem.
Bart Lazara spoke about the relocation of the Yacht Club boat ramp. He reminded that many residents in the affected area are opposed to the movement of the boat ramp. He spoke of the history of the city and the history of the neighborhood. He asked that the ramp be left where it was.
Larry St. Amand spoke about full time council. He wants council members to be paid for a full time job. He also stated that our government method is weak, speaking of the Strong City Manager form of government.
Lynn Rosko questioned the renovation of the pier at the yacht club. She also spoke about Comcast, asking why an outside law firm was used to write the letter to Comcast. She also asked about the movement on returning the property taken by quick take for the public safety building.
Tim Day addressed Gloria Barron pointing out that it was legal to allow up to 30% of the ground not covered by a home to be covered with any alternate material, even cement.
Lynn Rosko’s pier question was answered. Staff stated that the underlying structure was to be repaired and the newer top would be reattached.
Carl Schwing addressed the tint detectors. He pointed out that they are $75.00 each.
The Mayor addressed the full time council concerns, and invited further discussion of it.
