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Kevin Barber, 3152 Raleighwood Avenue, Springfield, read a letter from Vincent Fiani, submitted to the Monroe Street Cafd, which lauded the establishment for its food, drink, and atmosphere. Mr. Fiani indicated he was putting his "good word on the line" as a former Marine in support of the cafd. He did not think there was any lewd or inappropriate behavior nor did he believe the noise level of music was excessive. He suggested that taking away the OLCC license would cripple the ability for the cafd's owner to make a living. Mr. Barber, speaking on his own behalf, stressed that sound levels and the activity in the from and in the back were continually monitored. He felt they were very effective in conveying to the clientele the importance of consideration for the neighbors. He said some sound-proofing improvements were being conducted to assist in mitigating the neighbors' concerns. Derrik Yuylsteke, 1175 Jackson Street, an employee of the Monroe Street Caf6, stated that he closed the caf6 at night. He said part of his job was to terminate the music. He underscored that the caf6 did not allow drum kits or loud amplification and that the sound check was tested inside and outside of the premises to ensure the decibel level did not exceed the decibel level of traffic. He related that the cafd participated in the Friday Art Walk and this month featured 30 artworks submitted by employees and patrons of the caf6. He shared that the caf6's open microphone was for everyone, including children. He was in charge of monitoring sound levels after 10 p.m. and had asked excessively loud customers to leave. He reiterated that when he arrived no more food or alcohol was served and maintained that everything was "quiet as a church mouse" by 10:30 p.m. Rosie Gallego, 1735 West l0th Avenue, explained that she had been an employee of the Cornucopia Market but quit because business had dropped and checks to employees had begun to bounce. She stated that she currently worked for the Monroe Street Caf6. She observed that since the change of ownership more families came to the caf6. She worked regular shifts at the counter and was the head chef. She said the cafd recently hired another cook because of an increase in food business. She also pointed out that the caf6 was supporting several charitable endeavors in the community as well. Greg Lerigo, 2224 Lillian Street, quipped that he was ready to go to the Monroe Street Cafd after hearing the testimony on its behalf. He was present to represent the performing and visual arts in the community. He wished to thank the councilors for voting in support of Councilor Kelly's motion and for the compromise that had been reached through Councilor Papd to support the Cultural Services Division that would allow the division to make plans to better utilize the Hult Center for the Performing Arts and the resources in the community. He thought the City was close to a private/public consortium and the funding was the first step. He hoped the council would continue to support the Budget Committee recommendation for the Cultural Services Division funding. Carol Seaton, 1150 West 15th Avenue, Apt. 104, shared Mr. Rabinowitz's concerns regarding peak oil production. She hoped the City would work to keep community markets as driving became more difficult due to the scarcity of oil. She advocated for planning for the transportation issues that would be presented by the lack of oil by providing adequate facilities for easy pedestrian travel. She suggested that planners look for "walking paths" as they were reviewing designs. She wanted people to start looking toward the future and start thinking about bicycle paths, public transit, and pedestrian amenities. Councilor Poling closed the Public Forum. MINUTES--Eugene City Council June 13, 2005 Page 4 Regular Session