Mayor and Council Looking Into Ways to Solve Juvenile Problems

One resident presented pictures of damage done by some youths, and complained that when the police are summoned the offenders run away.

Several of the incidents have occurred in the area of Ridgeway and Atlantic Streets, neighbors said.

\”Kids are skateboarding after dark, and mostly without helmets, in the Park,\” Betty McNamee said.

Louisa Llewellyn said that skateboarding on the tennis and basketball courts will result in damage of the finish.

\”We have called the police 15 to 20 times especially when we hear un-godly noises coming from one home after 1 am,\” one neighbor said. \”The police seem to be aggravated with us when we call.\”

A lien from the City will be placed on the property for the fence work.

Marina user fees were discussed concerning berth rentals, ramp fees, etc. Councilman Nicholas Marchese said there is an increased use of the marina.

\”We have seen several large boats docked there. It is pretty impressive and seems to be working well,\” Mayor James said.

A second reading on a vehicle and traffic ordinance will be heard on Monday, November 20, at 8 p.m. If approved, this will allow one-way traffic, easterly on Cumberland from King Street to Westminster.

Mayor James said an application from Com-merce Bank is going before the Planning Board for permission to locate in Gloucester City.

\”The bank is also awaiting approval from the State Department of Transportation,\” he said.

Bills were paid from September 26 to October 15 in the amount of $829,331.91, and bills approved on October 23 for $375,291.28 were approved to be paid in the amount of $1,204,623.19.