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program as the administrative cost on the program alone is prohibitive. There was lengthy discussion on loans to the general fund or other City enterprises. Director Drews emphasized that it is sound fiscal practice to maintain reserves in the event of any disaster. He indicated that any loans by the Electric Department made to the City's general fund or to its enterprises, bear interest. Director Drews reminded Council that even with the rate increase, the City's Electric Rate remains low if not the lowest in the County. Staff recommended approval of the recommended changes to the Customer Service Policy, including the changes to the Power Cost Adjustment and the rate plan included in the Electric Rates Schedules which reflect an approximate $1.997 million revenue increase beginning July 1, 1994. Motion by Councilmember Cook, seconded by Councilmember Sandoval, to accept staff recommendation and approve Resolution No. R-74-94 passed with Councilmembers Bennett, Cisneros and Beltran voting "No." Electric Utility Director Drews thanked Council and recognized Mr. Thomas Clarke, Assistant Electric Utility Director and Mr. Rob Buell, Senior Energy Services Field Representative, who did a lot of work on this project. Mr. Donald J. Sanders, 1445 N. Teresa Avenue, said that an important issue is improvement of the infrastructure. With rising costs there is a need for a global plan. There is a lot of work needed in District 1 and he inquired on who is to absorb the cost. The City needs to deal with growth. He suggested that the City issue a Request for Quote from businesses. Economic Development Director Gabriel informed that there is a specific plan for the West Valley and Councilmember Sandoval said that staff meets with the County on a regular basis. Mr. Sanders declared that there is a problem with outflow - an information vacuum. Director Gabriel said there is a redevelopment agency established in the West Valley Area, District 1. Mr. Longfield said there is a problem with the 48-hour notice and the anticipated $5 cost. He explained a possible problem with people who exist on disability or social security and the utility pay schedule. Mr. Longfield mentioned that he has had to ask for the Mayor's assistance on late payment. He requested that the office records indicate "disability/social security." Mayor Gonzales explained that staff is obligated to follow the established policy. RESOLUTION NO. R-74-94 — A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLTON TO APPROVE STAFF RECOMMENDED CHANGES TO THE CUSTOMER 11 ,nl JU", 1 .r6-