Meeting Minutes

NEW HOPE BOROUGH
Regular Meeting of Borough Council
July 13, 2004
7:30 PM

PRESENT: Richard Hirschfield, Sharyn Keiser, Geraldine Delevich, Ed Duffy, Randy Flager, Jake Fell, Rey Velasco, Solicitor Colin Jenei, Manager John Burke and Mayor Larry Keller.

ABSENT:

CALL TO ORDER

APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES

President Hirschfield asked for a motion to approve the minutes of June 3, 2004. Geri Delevich made the motion, including a correction to the minutes, and Ed Duffy seconded. The motion was passed 5-0 by the following vote:

HIRSCHFIELD - Y
KEISER -Abstained
DELEVICH -Y
DUFFY -Y
FLAGER -Y
FELL - Abstained
VELASCO-Y

MAYOR’S REPORT

Mayor Keller announced that the Chief of Police was not here this evening because he is the commander of the regional Special Emergency Response Team (S.R.T.) and was called to an emergency outside of the Borough.

Mayor Keller announced that he received a letter from Chief Mangan of the Solebury Police Department commending a few New Hope police officers who provided assistance to the Township Police Department, resulting in a good partnership between the New Hope and Solebury Police Departments.

Mayor Keller announced two new part-time Police Officers will begin working for the New Hope Police Department this coming weekend.

Mayor Keller announced that the Bridge Commission will conduct a formal ceremony on Monday July 19, 2004 at noon in New Hope to announce the reopening of the free bridge.

PRESIDENT’S REPORT

Richard Hirschfield announced that there was an Executive Session before this meeting to discuss potential litigation and real estate acquisition and personnel matters.

Richard Hirschfield recommended the approval of Ordinance #2004-3 prohibiting the feeding and supplying of salt to deer.

Sharyn Keiser made a motion to adopt this ordinance. Geraldine Delevich seconded.

Craig Davis of 102 Hidden Court commented that in Riverwoods they have a tremendous problem with deer and asked if the Game Commission had a relocation program.

Richard Hirschfield answered the Game Commission is supportive of not feeding them.

Bob Gerenser of 22 South Main Street commented that he is on the side of the deer.

Randy Flager commented that he is prepared to vote against this because of the amount of deer living on his property and asked if there is an existing program that could possibly relocate them.

Rey Velasco commented that he is for this ordinance because he had a patient that was killed because a deer went through the windshield of a car.

The motion passed 6-1 by the following vote:

HIRSCHFIELD - Y
KEISER -Y
DELEVICH -Y
DUFFY -Y
FLAGER -N
FELL - Y
VELASCO-Y

Richard Hirschfield asked for a motion to approve the adoption of Ordinance #2004-5 amending the Borough’s solid waste regulations and asked John Burke, Borough Manager, to elaborate.

John Burke stated that in the codification of the Borough ordinances from the year 2000 there appeared to be some sections inadvertently left out of this solid waste management section. What is before Council tonight restores those sections of the ordinance prescribing the duties for owners and occupiers of property not to accumulate garbage, refuge and trash on their properties. There are certain prohibited acts such as allowing garbage, refuse, rubbish, abandoned vehicles and structures to become a nuisance or detriment to the public health, safety and welfare. The ordinance also prohibits dumping and disposing of refuse within the limits of the Borough. There are prescribed standards for refuse containers and also prescribed standards for the storage of refuse containers and the placement of those containers at the curb for collection.

Richard Hirschfield again asked for a motion to adopt Ordinance #2004-5.

Rey Velasco motioned to adopt Ordinance #2004-5. Randy Flager seconded.

Geraldine Delevich asked if Section 102, D, 3 is a reference to where you store the refuse containers.

Richard Hirschfield answered, yes.

Geraldine Delevich asked what happens with those residents who cannot store their trash containers within 25 feet of property lines or the street.

Richard Hirschfield answered, the intent here is to keep people from storing garbage or containers at the curb or near the curb were it looks obnoxious.

There was discussion on how to change the language of Section 102, D, 3 to eliminate this potential hardship on some property owners.

Richard Hirschfield asked for a motion to table Ordinance #2004-5 until the August 10th meeting so that the language could be changed to address this concern.

Randy Flager motioned to table Ordinance #2004-5 until August 10, 2004. Sharyn Keiser seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

Richard Hirschfield asked for a motion to adopt Resolution #2004-14, establishing procedures for inter-municipal liquor license transfers and economic development liquor license transfers.

Richard Hirschfield commented the state passed a new law a year or two ago regarding liquor licenses brought into the Borough. The new law allows the Borough to have a public hearing regarding these liquor licenses and to make recommendations to the Liquor Control Board whether the Borough wants to support the license or not. This Resolution also ties in with Resolution #2004-17 allowing the Borough to put this procedure in place for Council to hear an application within 45 days of submission. Any neighbor within 400 feet of the proposed establishment will be notified of that application and given the opportunity to comment. The application form is extensive, requiring a great amount of detail on the history of the applicant.

Richard Hirschfield asked for a motion to approve Resolution #2004-14 to establish procedures for inter-municipal liquor license transfers and economic development liquor licenses.

Sharyn Keiser motioned to adopt Resolution #2004-14. Randy Flager seconded.

Geraldine Delevich asked if, as part of the requirements, a photo could be submitted of the establishment and if the word “morals” can be removed on the first page, third paragraph.

Richard Hirschfield commented that the photo submission can be part of the procedure and asked Council for their opinions on removing of the word “morals” and replacing it with the word “harmony”.

Council agreed. The motion passed unanimously.

Richard Hirschfield asked for a motion to adopt Resolution # 2004-17 adopting a filing fee for applications for inter-municipal liquor license transfers and economic development liquor licenses.

Rey Velasco motioned to adopt Resolution #2004-17. Geraldine Delevich seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

Richard Hirschfield asked for consideration of approving an extension of a lease agreement with Union Square, L.P., for the Borough-owned parking lot, located adjacent to Union Square.

Richard Hirschfield commented that in August of 2002 the Borough signed a 2 year lease with Union Square L.P., for the Borough owned parking lot. The Borough is required by the agreement to offer an extension for two additional years to the leaseholder, who has a right of first refusal. At the end of 2006 there is no option to renew and at that time the Borough could decide to look for another operator. The proposal on the table is to renew the lease for a two year period beginning December 1, 2004 and expiring at the end of November 2006 at the rate of $25,000 a year, plus Union Square L.P. will be responsible for the maintenance of the grounds including plantings, landscaping, plowing, sanding and salting of the lot which are currently the Borough’s responsibilities.

Richard Hirschfield asked for public comment.

Brian Fitting, President of the Chamber of Commerce, asked if the parking lot could be used for community events.

Ed Duffy asked Brian Fitting if he considered using the Bucks County Playhouse for such events.

Brian Fitting answered that parking is an issue there.

Randy Flager made a motion directing the President and the Vice President of Council to negotiate, in accordance with the terms of the existing agreement, a two year extension without the automatic right of renewal, allowing reasonable public use for that space, transferring responsibility for maintenance of the property to the lessee, removing the Borough from any liability for injury at that location, and seeking an increase of the base fee the lessee currently pays.

Jake Fell seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

Richard Hirschfield asked for a motion to appoint Terry Clemens, Esq. as conflict counsel for the Borough of New Hope.

Randy Flager motioned to appoint Terry Clemons, Esq. as conflict counsel. Sharyn Keiser seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

MANAGER’S REPORT

John Burke asked Council for approval to pay:
-Accounts payable for July 13, 2004 in the amount of $154,835.83,
-Payroll for June 9, 2004 in the amount of $37,311.50,
-Payroll for June 23, 2004, in the amount of $44,577.74, and
-Payroll for July 7, 2004, in the amount of $40,685.21.

Sharyn Keiser motioned to approve payment of all accounts payable and payrolls. Randy Flager seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

John Burke requested authorization by Council for the Borough Solicitor to proceed with appropriate legal action to recover the amount of $23,706.73 owed to the Borough by the school district in connection with the Elementary School project. The various components of this are the building permit fees, the land development filing fees, and land development inspection fees.

Sharyn Keiser motioned to authorize the Solicitor to proceed with appropriate legal action to collect the amount of $23,706.73 from the school district. Ed Duffy seconded.

Richard Hirschfield commented that the Borough entered into an agreement with the school district in 2002 to build the Back Door Road and as part of that agreement certain fees for the elementary school were waived up to $62, 500. The Borough has not been able to collect those fees after several meetings which go back to May & June of 2003. If the school wants to sit down and resolve this, it needs to be done quickly.

The motion passed unanimously.

John Burke made a recommendation for Council to waive connection fees for a period of approximately 90 days or through October 15, 2004 for those who choose to connect into the public water supply system now becoming available through the Bucks County Water and Sewer Authority. After October 15, 2004, the Borough will charge its normal permit fee for the connection of $125.00. This same waiver would also apply to the phase 2 part of the water project in 2005.

Randy Flager motioned to waive the Borough’s connection permit fee until October 15, 2004 for phase 1 customers and for a period of 90 days for phase 2 customers. Sharyn Keiser seconded.

Richard Hirschfield commented that a letter went out to all the property owners who currently have access to public water giving a 90-day window to hook-up at a discounted fee, which is part of the agreement with the Bucks County Water and Sewer Authority. The Borough wanted to do the same to encourage hook-ups. The Borough has no intention of forcing anyone to hook-up to public water unless there is a proven public health hazard. There will still be a fee charged for the right-of way opening permit and an escrow will have to be posted to make sure the street or sidewalk is restored or replaced within a reasonable amount of time.

The motion passed unanimously.

John Burke recommended to Council the approval of an agreement with the Riverwoods Homeowners’ Association for street sweeping services. The agreement was created so the Borough’s actions wouldn’t be construed as exercising care, custody, or control over the privately owned streets. Riverwoods will provide proof of insurance and a hold harmless and indemnification agreement that is satisfactory to the Borough Solicitor.

Randy Flager motioned to approve an agreement with the Riverwoods Association. Jake Fell seconded the motion.

Craig Davis commented that he is the President of the Riverwoods Association and thanked Council for considering this agreement.

Ed Duffy asked to increase the service to 4 times a year to be really effective for the community.

Richard Hirschfield commented that twice a year would do the job. It is mainly for after the winter months where the problem is an accumulation of cinders.

Rey Velasco asked if the whole community benefits from this agreement.

Richard Hirschfield stated every neighborhood downtown is swept by the Borough. Village II and Riverwoods are not done at this time.

Geraldine Delevich asked since these are private roads, does this set a precedent making us responsible for other things?

Colin Jenei commented that we are not in anyway dedicating this road or asking for dedication or receiving dedication. We have been asked to provide one service for a significant number of residents in the New Hope Borough community and in no way is the Borough committed or bound to any other contractual obligations.

Ed Duffy commented that he will check with Village II to see if they could use some help.

The motion passed unanimously.

John Burke asked Council to approve Resolution #2004-13, establishing certain policies and procedures for the Uniform Construction Code Board of Appeals. This is a continuation of the process of adopting policies and procedures to implement the state mandated Uniform Construction Code.

Randy Flager motioned to approve Resolution #2004-13. Sharyn Keiser seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

Ed Duffy motioned to adopt Ordinance #2004-8, reestablishing the Historic Architectural Review Board.

Ed Duffy commented that the existing ordinance was not enforceable and this ordinance will protect the historic assets of our community and is more enforceable with the addition of penalties. The base of this new ordinance came from a Commonwealth of Pennsylvania model ordinance and was reworked for New Hope.

Randy Flager seconded.

Richard Hirschfield commented that associated with this ordinance are predetermined standards and guidelines for applicants explaining in detail what one can and can’t do.

Bob Gerenser of 22 South Main Street commented that he is delighted and thrilled with this ordinance and discussed the demolition requirements and also mentioned that all of New Hope should be in the Historic District.

Karen Grossman of 64 North Main Street mentioned that in her experience with the Borough there was confusion as to whether or not a resident is in the Historic District.

The motion passed unanimously.

Ed Duffy thanked Richard Hirschfield, John Burke, Colin Jenei, Bob Larason, JoAnn Connell, the HARB Board, Spencer Saunders, Chuck Tarr, the Chairs from Planning and Zoning, and Borough Council for their work in preparing the new ordinance, resulting in a real community effort to protect our historic assets.

Sharyn Keiser thanked Ed Duffy for all his endless hours and effort at all the HARB and Planning Commission meetings.

John Burke commented that Resolution #2004-18 is a companion resolution to the HARB ordinance which basically sets forth three types of review procedures: 1) A concept review where an applicant may go to HARB without a formal application and seek their opinion; 2) a permit application with an administrative review by the Zoning Officer and the Code Official using predetermined standards found in the new ordinance; and 3) a formal HARB review and recommendation.

Ed Duffy motioned to adopt Resolution # 2004-18, establishing a review procedure and rules for the issuance of a Certificate of Appropriateness in the Historic Districts.

Rey Velasco seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

John Burke stated the new HARB Ordinance is effective July 18, 2004.

John Burke commented that Resolution #2004-11 conforms the requirements of HARB to the requirements of the Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Act (UCC) with respect to time limitations for issuing permits. The UCC Act requires that certain types of permits be issued within specified periods of time, except when HARB reviews are involved.

Richard Hirschfield asked for a motion to adopt Resolution #2004-11, establishing time limits for issuance of zoning and building permits in the historic district.

Sharyn Keiser motioned to adopt Resolution #2004-11. Rey Velasco seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

John Burke commented that Resolution #2004-19 is another consequence of the statewide Uniform Construction Code. Pennsylvania Act 13 of 2004, adopted this year by the legislature, imposing upon applicants a fee of $2.00 to be added to their construction permit fees. This money will be paid to the state of Pennsylvania on a quarterly basis.

Richard Hirschfield asked for a motion to adopt Resolution # 2004-19, amending the Borough fee schedule to establish a $2.00 fee on each construction permit, as required by Pennsylvania Act 13 of 2004.

Randy Flager motioned to adopt Resolution #2004-19. Ed Duffy seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

REVITALIZATION COMMITTEE REPORT

Sharyn Keiser thanked the Revitalization Committee for their time in designing the Ferry Street Landing and the little park on Randolph Street. Ferry Street was completed this past weekend for the arts activities program. The plantings at both parks are guaranteed for 18 months and the landscaper will be maintaining them.

Sharyn Keiser announced that the Borough has received money to help operate and maintain these parks. The funding from Winterfest gives us the opportunity to develop a Recreation Board.

John Burke explained that The Borough Code, which is the state law governing boroughs, allows boroughs to create “recreation boards.” There is no mention in the Code of “park and recreation boards.” The new board will have responsibilities regarding recreation but its responsibilities will also include the maintenance and improvement of park facilities.

Sharyn Keiser commented that the title and purpose of the resolution is to create and establish an advisory board for the Borough of New Hope advising the Borough Council on the operation, planning, design, management and maintenance of public parks. The board will consist of five (5) members and each will serve for a term of five (5) years. Two vacancies will occur on the first Monday of 2006 and one each following year so there are staggered terms. The board will meet monthly or as required and keep minutes, and an annual report and budget will be submitted to the Borough.

Sharyn Keiser motioned to adopt Resolution #2004-15, establishing a Recreation Board. Randy Flager seconded.

Carolyn Dechert asked if these meetings will be open to the public and will they be announced on a regular basis.

Sharyn Keiser answered, yes, this is a Borough Board and is open to the public and meetings will be announced.

Geraldine Delevich suggested combining the Shade Tree Commission and the Recreation Board and asked to call the Recreation Board the Park Commission instead.

John Burke answered there are a lot of inconsistencies in The Borough Code when it comes to the Shade Tree Commission. The Park Commission is mentioned only in the section of the Code dealing with the shade trees. There is no other reference at all in the Code to a Park Commission when it comes to establishing an advisory board. It refers only to a Recreation Board. However, if the Solicitor were to agree, it appears to be the intent of the Code to allow an advisory board, such as the Recreation Board, be the body designated by Council to administer the shade tree program.

There was a discussion about the relation between the Recreation Board and the Shade Tree Commission. Finally, Council directed the Borough Manager to draft a new ordinance establishing a Shade Tree Commission.

The motion to establish a Recreation Board passed with all in favor.

COMMUNITY AFFAIRS COMMITTEE REPORT

Geraldine Delevich introduced Dan Brooks to present a proposal.

Dan Brooks presented a proposal for The New Hope Pride Festival starting on September 25, 2004. The proposal outlined a Friday, Saturday and Sunday event schedule.

Sharyn Keiser commented that the information in the Council packet has different information than what was distributed by Mr. Brooks.

Dan Brooks replied that the whole format is open to flexibility and has not been finalized. Before he goes further, he would like Borough Council’s input.

Richard Hirschfield commented that it doesn’t look like this event conflicts with others on the weekend requested. The only item that may require Borough approval may be a police noise permit for band activity.

Geraldine Delevich commented that there is a potential for one street closing.

Geraldine Delevich announced that the pretzels brought to the meeting tonight were compliments of Philly’s Soft Pretzel located on 7 West Bridge Street across from Starbucks.

Geraldine Delevich announced the Visitor’s Center report for June;

2003
4200 Visitors
$161.00 Donations

2004
3700 Visitors
$813.00 Donations

Geraldine Delevich showed a video by the Independent Merchants of two advertisements of the 24 broadcast before the Holidays last year and again this spring that were nominated for the National CAB Award.

Rey Velasco thanked Robin Larsen and everyone connected with the Showcase of the Arts program on its success this past weekend.

Richard Hirschfield announced that he received a letter from Bruce Katsiff of the Michener Museum commenting that the attendance at the New Hope site exceeded their business plan and in six months they have had 10,000 visitors, and their gift shop did better business than their Doylestown site.

PUBLIC WORKS

Jake Fell announced that the storm drain is in the Bell lot, and he checked it during the bad rain the other day and there was no flooding.

POLICE

John Burke stated that Ordinance #2004-6 has been worked on for a number of months by the New Hope Police Department. It is a general housekeeping ordinance. Certain one-way streets are changed, turning movements at certain intersections are prohibited or restricted, and roller blades are added to the definition of items that cannot be used on public streets. Other changes include the amounts of fines imposed, restrictions on motorcycles, and restrictions on truck traffic using certain streets. The ordinance also places an obligation on those who have private parking lots to have one or more parking spaces designated for the disabled. The ordinance allows Council to amend fines in the future by resolution.

Sharyn Keiser motioned to adopt Ordinance # 2004-6, revising and updating certain traffic regulations. Ed Duffy seconded.

Bob Gerenser asked for some clarification on the areas where combination vehicles are not allowed to park.

John Burke replied, any metered space, just for parking not delivery.

The motion passed unanimously.

Sharyn Keiser motioned to adopt Resolution #2004-16, changing the policy for bagging of parking meters. The relevant provisions of this resolution are as follows. First, any individual for personal reasons or a contractor who performs work at an address located in the Borough may pay for and bag a meter and have the exclusive use of that meter for $10.00 a day for each meter bagged, with no more than 4 meters bagged each day. Other uses of the meters will result in a charge of $25.00 per day, with no more than 4 meters bagged at a given time. All charges for bagged meters must be prepaid at the Police Department.

Ed Duffy seconded.

Carolyn Dechert asked Council to consider a $10.00 fee for non-profit or charitable organizations.

Council agreed and the motion was amended by Sharyn Keiser to include a fee of $10 per meter for non-profit organizations. The motion passed unanimously.

Sharyn Keiser opened a public hearing to consider the adoption of Ordinance #2004-7 changing the hours of operation for parking meters from 10 am to 12:01am the following morning and establishing parking licenses. The ordinance creates annual license parking for residents of New Hope Borough who do not have off street parking. These individuals can apply annually for a maximum of two licenses to park at metered spaces after 9 pm except for West Ferry Street between Stockton and West Bridge Street which will remain after 6pm. The ordinance will become effective August 16, 2004. Chestnut and Buttonwood off street parking will remain the same. The permits for these two streets will be recognized by the police as parking licenses.

Sharyn Keiser motioned to adopt Ordinance #2004-7, changing the hours of operation for parking meters and establishing parking licensees. Randy Flager seconded.

Elaine McNealey asked why this ordinance was considered.

Sharyn Keiser answered the added volume of people late at night was a consideration, and this ordinance will pay for three additional part-time police officers.

Elaine McNealey asked what will the impact be for the restaurants.

Sharyn Keiser answered that it is mainly club and bar traffic that generates the need for more police presence. More police are necessary where they are not visible now due to incidents that occur during weekends. These incidents often take two officers to resolve, thereby removing coverage from the street.

Carolyn Dechert commented that this will impact the business community in a negative manner.

Jan Witte asked how the people will know about the meters.

Bill Keefer commented that this ordinance is good for the residents because New Hope needs the police presence.

Roy Ziegler commented that with the volume of people drinking in town, we need the police presence for both residents and businesses.

Sharyn Keiser commented that this ordinance is for the protection of everyone in the Borough including tourists.

Laura Downs asked where she could park because she works in town past 9 pm.

Richard Hirschfield answered that we may possibly have limited day or week permits given on a first come first served basis.

Ernie Bowman stated he would like to see the hours for the residential parking permits become uniform on all the residential streets and also complained that the operation of additional parking lots in the Borough should be taxed.

Richard Hirschfield answered that the Borough is looking into this.

Bob Gerenser commented that without the Police Chief here the ordinance should be tabled.

Mayor Keller answered the Chief is not present tonight but clearly supports the ordinance.

Richard Hirschfield asked for a brief recess at this point.

(Approximately 10 Minutes.)

Richard Hirschfield called the meeting to order.

Richard Hirschfield asked Council, starting with Rey Velasco, to give their comments on Ordinance #2004-7.

Rey Velasco commented that he has actually witnessed careless driving on many occasions that had to do with drivers going the wrong way down the street. Police protection is necessary.

Ed Duffy commented that he attended the many meetings involving this issue and felt that this was very fair. After 9 pm the highest percentage of businesses that are open are bars and clubs and these happen to be the businesses that have the largest income and produce the biggest problems. The volume of people has increased considerably, and we need police protection.
This is to protect residents and business properties and the safety of all.

Randy Flager commented that he walks through town on Sunday nights and the volume of people is over whelming and there is not enough police coverage. One way to pay for this is through the tourists.

Geraldine Delevich commented that she goes through town on the weekends and does not feel that people will go home because of the meters. Police protection benefits everyone in the community and she is looking forward to seeing more police on weekends. Geraldine asked John Goss why she does not see police coverage now.

Sergeant John Goss replied because of vacations and when incidents occur in town it takes two officers to resolve the issues. The new officers will primarily be walking on South Main Street on the weekends.

Mayor Keller commented the extra officers will be beneficial on Friday and Saturday nights. There are a lot of alarm calls besides the issues on South Main Street. The combination of a tourist and residential community is difficult and the revenue is not available to absorb the cost for the extra police presence.

Jake Fell commented that the police presence is necessary to control the bars and the ordinance is an indirect way to pay for the additional presence.

Richard Hirschfield commented that he agrees with the rest of the members and also added that there has been a lot of strain on the businesses this past year with construction projects, but meter revenue is up 10% which tells us more people are coming to New Hope.

The motion passed unanimously.

OLD BUSINESS

Richard Hirschfield announced that there is a notice from the Zoning Hearing Board that there will be a public hearing on July 22 at Borough Hall. The applicant is proposing a variance from Section 500 of the Zoning Ordinance to allow a cupola to exceed the 35-foot height limitation and a variance from the number and sizes of permitted signs on the structure.

Richard Hirschfield asked Council to consider opposing this application and to appoint a sub- committee consisting of the planning and zoning representatives, Randy Flager and Ed Duffy, and Manager John Burke along with the Borough Solicitor Colin Jenei for reason of opposition to this application.

Sharyn Keiser made the motion. Randy Flager seconded.

Mary Gardner commented that it was a great idea.

The motion passed unanimously.

Richard Hirschfield asked Ed Duffy to organize this committee.

Richard Hirschfield wanted to make the water connection fee clear in that it almost doubles after three months which was the initial agreement with the Authority.

NEW BUSINESS

None.

PUBLIC COMMENT

Ernie Bowman asked Council to consider licensing contractors in this town.

Richard Hirschfield commented that the Borough is going to in 2005.

Jan Witte asked if the Borough could notify property owners of the restrictions in the Borough Historic District.

Jake Fell commented that a moving in and moving out ordinance could resolve everything.

Bob Gerenser thanked the Police Department for all the great work during the July 4th week-end and asked what fire hydrants are working now.

Richard Hirschfield answered the working hydrants are south of the Visitors’ Center and will double check that information.

ADJOURNMENT

Sharyn Keiser motioned to adjourn. Rey Velasco seconded. The motion passed unanimously.