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Stacy Lafevre, 1462 N. 10th Street; and Marlene Detrich, 272 Olive Street, Colton; stated the General Conference of the Mormon Church was not shown on Channel 3 and placed the blame on the City. Ms. Detrich thanked the Mayor and Council.members Bennett, Cook and Beltran for speaking with her regarding this issue. Mayor Fulp apologized to the Mormon Church on behalf of the City. Mr. Parrish, Assistant City Manager, explained the City has a policy regarding Channel 3. Mr. Parrish stated he talked with a representative from TCI Cablevision who said they will show the conference on one of the other channels. Pastor Robert Johnson, 1140 North 2nd Street, Colton, stated he participates in an organization called Coalition Against Gambling Expansion (CAGE) which meets every Friday at 7:30 a.m. at Carrows Restaurant. Pastor Johnson read the proponent's filing statement regarding the gambling issue and questioned its validity. Art Ramos, stated there was an incident by 7th Street where the railroad has heavy duty materials; a bull dozer dropped a beam through a fence. Mr. Ramos thanked Councilmember Cook for her response to this public safety issue at the railroad. Mr. Ramos gave credit to the Police Department for catching a criminal who stole money from a supporter after a fundraiser. Mr. Ramos stated there is a transient problem, and also a lighting problem, behind the La Villa Restaurant in the parking lot. Councilmember Cook stated the City has addressed the safety concerns with Santa Fe. Councilmember Cook stated the Police Department is aware of the transient problem and an alley has been completely cleaned thanks to the cooperation of all staff. Director Zamora stated he has contacted a railroad representative who has assured him of their safe working environment. Dennis Spade, 1873 Ellen Circle, Colton, stated there are many abandoned vehicles in the City streets and driveways. There are two or three abandoned vehicles in the vicinity of Grand and Allen Streets. Jean Ferrente, stated the City should be able to take care of Plaza Las Glorias parking lot since it is owned by the City. Ms. Ferrente stated she had a near miss due to a boat that is parked in the way on Oak Street. Wayne Davis, 1164 North Grand Ave., Colton, questioned the time line when the City Manager knew Channel 3 would not show the General Conference. City Manager Martinez apologized to the Mormon Church and stated the City followed policy. City Manager Martinez stated TCI could have shown the Conference on their own and that they were irresponsible. Terry Dorman, stated he is not here to verbally attack the Council, but also felt that being cut short during his questioning was uncalled for. 4 OCT 0 31995