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Clare Bills, Public Relations Officer, 239-5204
Contacts: Mayor Ted Tedesco, 239-5105
June 12, 2002
For Immediate Release
Mayor Vetoes Couch Ordinance
The Mayor ofAmes,Ted Tedesco,has vetoed Ordinance 93662 which pertains to the placement of uphol-
stered,indoor-type furniture on unenclosed porches and yards in rental housing.
Mayor Tedesco has written a letter to members of the City Council stating his reasons for the veto. In making
the decision,he said that it was a difficult one which he struggled with while weighing the issue from all sides.
This is the first veto by Mayor Tedesco who is in his second term as Mayor of Ames.
Members of the City Council have the right to override the veto within 3 0 days.
Note: a copy of the Mayor's letter is enclosed.