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Owner of Sal’s Deli defends business after neighborhood complaints
Summary
The owner of Sal's Deli spoke during public comment to say he had completed requested work on properties at 214 Gramatan Ave and 15 North St and disputed lingering complaints; councilmembers thanked him and said investigations addressed safety and equipment concerns.
Sal, identified in the minutes as the owner of Sal’s Deli, told the council he had completed requested work on properties referenced by a constituent but continued to face complaints. Council records reference two addresses connected to the item — 214 Gramatan Ave and 15 North St — and note a constituent (Dina Perriello) in the record.
Councilmembers responded by thanking Sal for his long service to Mount Vernon and saying that prior safety and playground concerns had been addressed. The minutes record Councilwoman Cathlin Gleason describing being victimized by allegations and appreciating the investigation that was done; Councilmember Jaevon Boxhill deferred a recommendation to corporation counsel and Councilwoman Cynthia Turnquest-Jones said she had been on the board when the building was erected and had no outstanding concerns.
