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205 the matters to be discussed can reasonably be identified as follows: chances in the form of local government structure, and related alternatives. An executive session on this subject is also authorized by Section 15.1-945.7(d) of the Virginia Code. Council reconvened in open session and, on motion by Rev, EdWards, seconded by Ms. Daugherty, unanimously certified that, to the best of each member's knowledge, (i) only public business matters lawTully exempted from open meeting requirements by Vi~inia law were discussed in the executive meeting to which this certification resolution applies, and (ii) only such public business matters as Were identified in the motion convening the executive meeting were heard, discussed or considered by the Council. The meeting was adjourned. President COUNCiL CiJ~42viBER- August 7, 1995 Council met in regular session on this date with the foiiowin~o members present: Ms. Daugherty, Rev. Edwards, Ms. Slaughter, Mr. Toscano, Mr. Vandever. PUBLIC Mr. John Gaines, President of the WCEH Neighborhood Association, thanked Council for their responsiveness in dealing with weed complaints brought before Council at the previous meeting, and asked Council to more aggressively address the matter next year so it does not become a problem. Mr. Gaines presented the following concerns of the neighborhood: 1) With over $400,000 being spent on lighting~ undergrounding of utilities, and landscaping on the West Main Street bridge, why is there no light installed under the bridge on 8th Street; 2) No changes have been made to 10th Street in the 9th and 10th Street realignment as suggested by the neighborhood. Mr. Gary O'Connell, Acting City Manager, explained that Norfolk Southern Railroad has agreed to cut the weeds adiacent to the railroad tracks. Mr. O'Connell stated that he understands that there is neighborhood concern about the speed of traffic on 10th Street. Mr. Gaines suggested that a traffic light be placed at 10th Street to deal with increased traffic. Mr. Toscano said that Mr. Gaines raises good points and agreed that Council will need to continue to monitor the traffic conditions on 10th Street. Mr. Toscano added that he understands that the VDOT pro_iect ends at a certain point on 10th Street. Mr. Gaines recommended that concerns about 10th Street be addressed now before the project is completely developed. Mr. Leon Churchill, Assistant City Manager, stated that staff could explore expanding the scope of the 10th Street project, but it would need to be done at the City's expense. Ms. Slaughter suggested that physical improvements to the streetscape at the entrance at 10th Street be made. ~. Churchill explained that improvements to the landscape and turning radii have been made to the 9th/10th Street realignment project and the project is expected to go out to bid in early spring. Mr. Churchill stated that staff can address Ms. Slaughter's concerns about 10th Street during this process.