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E. & F. INDUSTRIES Mayor Waschak opened the discussion at this time. He then reminded those who had attended for the discussion it would be orderely, and asked Mr. Jack Yoblin or his attorney, Mr. Bruce Joss to open the discussion. Bruce Joss opened the discussion on behalf of E. & F. In- dustries - "the points to be taken up is a problem, what can be done about it, what the solutions are - if there are any?" It was his opinion that the City needs to take some af- firmative action. Basically there are two issues causing the most concern with the property owners. Ground vibration, caused by the shock factor of the blasts, and noise factor. Contraversy stems from the fact that this is a two-sided problem. There is some question about the vibrations and noise levels caused by E. & F. Industries. Perhaps the City should look at some of the homes in the area and see if they are up to standard, which causes the noise and vibration to be more out- standing. He called Council's attention to a memorandum written to Administrator Wurl from Building Inspector Stephan dated December 9, 1975 and he was informed that Council had a copy of this in a previous packet. He wished to go through it and make it a matter of public record. Inspection made December 3, 1975 by Mel Stephan, City Building Inspector. Copy attached. In addition a further report stated the existence of termites is suspected. Exist- ing water heater is vented with a flat pipe. Existing gas line is partially galvanized pipe. The electrical service is deteriorated and in- adequate throughout the entire structure. Ex- isting black chimney is badly deteriorated and unsafe for use. Back porch shows evidence of leaking. The existing fixed window at the back entrance of the structure is loose and permits some rattle under certain circumstances. The apparent cause is normal movement of the un- caulked window and due to moisture. A closet wall at the back entrance is pulled away from the connecting exterior wall and the apparent cause is the stud a the end of the closet wall is not properly secured to the outside inter- secting wall. Then reference was made to the City of Louisville's Housing Code adopted Jan- uary 7, 1971. Review of this Code gives the City the right to inspect any house in the city limits and point out any houses that are not in compliance with the regulations or may- be unsafe. This ordinance further gives the -7-