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14 the only Greek Revival structure on West Main Street. She said that in 2002 the BAR approv ed an adaptive reuse of the property by a 4 - 3 vote. In November of 2003 the applicant proposed a deck and to knock out a window and turn it into a doorway. She said the deck was approved but the doorway was denied by a 3 - 6 vote due to guidelines about wi ndow openings. Responding to a question from Mr. Schilling, Ms. Scala said that the BAR previously approved turning windows into doors and the guidelines did not change. She noted that the BAR was split on that decision. Mr. Schilling asked why three B AR members voted in favor of the latest request for a door, and Ms. Scala said she believes they thought it was necessary to promote the commercial use of the property. Mr. Schilling noted that these three felt this was the overriding reason. Mr. Gabe Silverman, applicant for the appeal, said the deck has a hand railing and planting and the door will not be visible. He said this will allow the business to grow. Mr. Schilling said he finds the staff report problematic. He said he feels the BAR was li kely reacting to criticism about their previous approval of the doors, and he feels they should react to rules not criticism. He said they mentioned that the piecemeal approach added to their concerns. He said workmanship is not a valid reason to consid er. Mr. Caravati said he disagrees with Mr. Schilling and feels construction quality is a valid comment. He said he would vote against the appeal, except for the fact that the BAR allowed two doors then voted against the third. He said he will vote to override the BAR because of their inconsistency. Mr. Lynch said he sees the BAR wanting to protect the building. He said it has a cluttered look and he asked the applicant to look at that. He said we should look at the overriding reason for the appeal. He said having space outside adds to the business and will achieve something positive. Mr. Cox said the stretching of the porch was the first assault on the building. Mr. Schilling made a motion to approve the appeal and overturn the BAR, and Mr. Car avati seconded the motion. Mr. Cox said he will vote in favor of the appeal because the BAR has been so full of inconsistencies. He said lowering the window by three feet is not the biggest violation on the building and it will bring street life. Ms. Richards asked if there are regulations about vending machines and signs in historic districts. Ms. Scala said she will find out about the vending machines, but said the banner is temporary until the permanent sign is installed. The appeal of the BAR d ecision about a door at 909 W. Main Street was approved by the following vote. Ayes: Mr. Caravati, Mr. Cox, Mr. Lynch, Ms. Richards, Mr. Schilling. Noes: None. REPORT : AUTHORIZING TASK FORCE TO STUDY A WARD SYSTEM AND DIRECT ELECTION OF MAYOR Mr. C ox presented Councilors with a refined charge. He said the issue of studying going to a ward system was brought up by Mr. Schilling when the Task Force was appointed to study moving Council elections to November. He said consensus could not be reached on a charge so separate charges are recommended. Mr. Cox said that while he does not have a particular interest in a ward system, he thinks there is value in