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Marlene Diedrich, 272 East Olive Street, Colton, discussed the leash law. Ms. Diedrich stated an incident happened on Wednesday, October 2, 1995, and stated people must restrain their animals. Ms. Diedrich thanked the Chief of Police, Mayor, and the Animal Control Officer who helped her with a dog attack. Ms. Diedrich stated Councilmember Cook's service is to the residents and she should inform them concerning dump sites and other issues. Mayor Fulp stated an informational tape has been running on Channel 3, since the incident. Eugene McMeans, 1450 Washington Street, Colton, discussed his two commercial electrical accounts. Mr. McMeans stated the utility rate has increased 20.8% since July 1994. The other commercial account has increased 29.1% for the same period. The meter fees, demand charges, and energy rates have all increased. Mr. McMeans stated he will give copies of the figures to the Council. Mr. McMeans asked if water rates will increase since the electrical rates have increased. Mr. McMeans asked if small to medium commercial utility customers can afford to stay in Colton and contribute to the tax base. Jean Ferrante, Colton, stated there was a problem on Lyndon Drive and surrounding area on Sunday which Councilmember Cook responded to; she thanked Councilmember Cook for her response. Ms. Ferrante asked the Council to rescind the utility tax and the power cost adjustment and double the sewer fee. Ms. Ferrante stated good sewers mean everything to children and to the City. Jesse Valdivia, Sr., 644 East "C" Street, Colton, asked about the financial situation on the landscape maintenance and asked if the employees will be contract or paid through the general fund. Mr. Valdivia stated the City Manager has been insubordinate, shown defiance, and is not entitled to a contract. Elden Munion, 1618 East "C" Street, Colton, stated the parks and community center are not being kept up and asked the Council to protect the children. Bruce Gayton, 820 Healing Waters Drive, Colton, stated he is speaking from the heart to others hearts and commended the Council for their decision to put down the card casino. The City Council recessed at 8:20 p.m. and reconvened at 8:32 p.m. All members were present as before. on Cash Balances by Fund for Months of May, June month to Mayor Pulp stated he requested this item as informational only and asked the Council to bring back any questions. The Council agreed. 5 l j u i '6y5