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February 10, 2009 studied by the Transportation Safety Commission and a recommendation presented back to Council; Council Member Stroud pointed out a citizen had approached him about need for a traffic signal at Salmon St. and East Church Street; Council also asked that the Transportation Safety Commission study this intersection for a traffic signal and report recommendations to Council; it was pointed out there is some limited coordination of traffic signals on Market Street. Business from the floor: Assistant City Manager Leon Towarnicki reported that on Wednesday, Feb. 11, Feb. 18, and Feb. 25, rides on the PART transit system will be free. Pastor James Richardson inquired as to how to access copies of past Council minutes, Council handouts, and budgets and he was advised these documents are available on the city's website or can be obtained in the City Manager's office. Comments by Council members: Vice Mayor Reynolds thanked all Council members for their attendance at VML Legislative Day and Virginia First Cities meeting; he also noted there was a strong showing regarding the 599 funds by the Chiefs of Police; Reynolds pointed out he would like the community gardens in urban spaces project to move forward. Stroud commended Dr. Kizner on his efforts on school budget issues. Turner thanked citizens for funding his trip to VML and advised he delivered information to Perriello and Warner regarding Sparta. Mayor Lawson advised a citizen contacted her with a concern about MHS baseball using Hooker Field; advised the governor spoke at the VML meeting regarding green spaces and incentives available to communities and she would like the City Manager to investigate conservation easements and report back to Council; the Mayor requested that the Public Information Office acquire a copy of the Hooker Furniture documentary and run it on MGTV for viewing by the citizens; Mayor Lawson reminded citizens of Feb. 18 worksession and asked for input from citizens on Council's goals; she also reminded the public of the public hearing scheduled for Feb. 24 on the Comprehensive Plan and advised that copies are available for public viewing. Comments by the City Manager: Clarence Monday reported departmental budget reviews to be conducted this week and next week and revenues will be looked at early March; Mr. Monday also reported that on March 1, 2009, the City will become fiscal agent for the Southern Virginia Recreation Facilities Authority at no cost to the city taxpayer.