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March 12, 2013 Ayes: Cherry, Edmonds, Meeks, Moody, Psimas, Randall, Wright Nays: None - Mayor Wright spoke on the following: • Congratulated Ida Kay Jordan for the article in the Currents acknowledging Women's History Month and 11 women who will be recognized by the Links Chapter of Portsmouth for their heroic service. • Congratulated Ms. Doughtie and the cheerleaders at Portsmouth Christian for winning the Christian Cheerleaders of America National Cheerleading Competition. 13 - 124 -Report on Pending Items • There were no pending items. 13 - 125 -Non-Agenda Speakers 1. Senator L. Louise Lucas, P. O. Box 700, emphasized the importance of respecting the office and people you serve as an elected official. 2. Cynthia Morrison, 1345 Court Street, spoke on the fundamental right of every citizens to address elected officials. 3. Dr. Elizabeth Daniels, 1502 Belafonte Drive, voiced her concern with regards with the City Attorney. 4. Marcus Sweatt, 207 Franklin Avenue, voiced his concern with having only one hospital in the City. 5. Lee Cherry, 1108 Melvin Drive, suggested that City Council set aside a time during the City Council meetings to listen to various service agencies to talk about the programs they provide. 6. Steve Carroll, 3112 Riveredge Drive, voiced his concern with the lack of fiscal responsibility shown by the School Board. 7. Pat Simons, 801 Mimosa Road, voiced her concern with the lack of fiscal responsibility shown by the School Board. 8. Delores Knight, 33 Kennedy Drive, voiced her concern with the lack of fiscal responsibility shown by the School Board. 9. Chris Evans, 192 Yorkshire Road, voiced her concern with the lack of fiscal responsibility shown by the School Board. 10. James Bailey, 2418 Chestnut Street, asked the City to consider taking part in the Ban the Box program that would eliminate the City employment application asking if an applicant has a criminal past. 11. Corey Wells, 1116 Baskerville Lane, asked City Council to consider allowing food trucks in the City. 12. Clyde Toler, 1029 Blair Street, asked that City Council continue to work together for the citizens. 14. Donna Sayegh, 3104 Garland Drive, spoke on Principle of Liberty #10. 15. Nelson Velez, 5772 Churchland Boulevard, spoke on what he believes is a misuse of funds by the School Board. 16. Kintrell Devin, 515 Water Lilly Road, spoke in the importance of mentorship for our youth.