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available, RESOLUTION NO. R-42-96 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLTON AMENDING THE FY 1995-96 BUDGET TO ALLOCATE FUNDING FOR THE EXTENSION OF THE CONTRACT FOR THE INTERIM DIRECTOR OF WATER AND WASTEWATER DEPARTMENT. Appropriation of $400.000 Discussion had regarding the bond issued, secured revenue and debt test as impacted by the proposed motion to approve the allocation of $400,000 to the Police Department. CM Sanders voiced concern on making a total allocation without seeing a strategic plan - on a long-term basis not a short-term solution. CM Beltran referred to the Detroit plan which involved reorganization of the Police Department and new programs. He asked that Chief Lunsford be allowed time to work on a plan and then Council could work on a plan to hire new police officers. CM Bennett expressed concern about the growing crime in the entire area. She suggested that residents need to be more pro -active through City-wide neighborhood watch. She suggested that the telephone system be placed on hold and the funds be used for this cause. CM Cook agreed with the foregoing and emphasized that Council should not forget the area of recreation and keeping the teenagers involved. The following citizens spoke on the subject: Jean Hart, Shirley Miller and Charles Jackson. As an alternative to the proposed action, City Manager Martinez urged that staff be directed to find $80,000 or $90,000 in other budgets to help this department, between now and June 30, to help address these concerns. Previous motion to allocate $400,000 to the Police Department carried with CM Beltran and CM Hutton voting "No." Recess: At 7:59 P.M., Mayor Fulp directed a brief recess and at 8:05 P. M., meeting reconvened with all Members present as heretofore. CITY TREASURER'S ITEMS: Investment Policy City Treasurer Williams explained changes in the law regarding investment policy criteria. He provided an overview of the investment standards currently in practice. Motion/second by CM Cook and Bennett to accept the investment policy as present carried upon unanimous vote. 10 APR `G Ll lyyb