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rate and statistics. He spoke about their grant applications and listed the crime prevention programs, including the cadet program. He acknowledged the volunteer support staff. Captain Crowe spoke about the organization's commitment to be a full-service police agency. RECESS: At 7:00 P. M., Mayor Gaytan declared a brief recess and at 7:17 P. M., the meeting reconvened at 7:17 P. M., with all members present as heretofore. ORIENTATION (Continued) COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT, presentation by Director Zamora who referred to a handout prepared by staff. He highlighted accomplishments, specifically, a capital infrastructure finance study to insure the future needs of the City; the Community Block Grant Program; Plan Check Process reduced by 20 Days; the Code Enforcement Program and the challenges brought by the billboards and the Adult Use Ordinance. FIRE DEPARTMENT, presentation by Acting Chief Hendrix, who described the organization's divisions and their functions; noted challenges and accomplishments, i.e., dispatch printers, Fire Station Network and Wide Area Network (Other Agencies); rolling stock improvements; the Battalion Chief Command Unit; the Rescue Unit; the Paramedic Quality Improvement Program and public education programs. Battalion Chief Turner and Fire Marshal Sork addressed division responsibilities and areas of expertise. CITY LIBRARY, presentation by City Librarian Davis who spoke about the Colton Public Library's Long Range Plan, compiled by the Library Planning Task Force . of goals and objectives to the year 2000. He attributed accomplishments to efficient service, the literacy program, and high morale of staff. He identified the use of web page and Internet services, the demand for traditional services, and the need for ample library space. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT, after video presentation, Engineering Supervisor James King, spoke about the Street Paving Program, the CDBG Projects and the Reimbursement of Capital Improvements. Street Superintendent Randy Rivera, provided overview of the Streets and Parks Division, the maintenance and preservation of City Properties and the sign shop. Automotive Superintendent Marshall Partain spoke about maintenance of City vehicles, hazardous waste and an environmentally efficient workplace. NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICES DEPARTMENT, after video presentation of the activities, responsibilities and accomplishments of the Neighborhood Services Department, Director Randy Anstine highlighted improved communications with the Police Department and the completion of Phase I improvements to Veteran's Park. City Council Minutes - January 9, 1997 Page 3