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City Attorney Carvalho explained that under Redevelopment law, the City can use redevelopment funds for public improvements after making formal findings that (1) there are no other alternatives and (2) the improvements assist in eliminating blight within the project areas. She advised it did not appear, based on the facts presented, that the criteria would be met. John Reichel, Housing Developer, said there would be no major impact on the housing market and described the water/sewer connection fees associated with the development process. MOTION/VOTE: CM Sanders moved to amend the original motion for passage of Ordinance No. 0-15-98, as corrected, to include the HUD criteria for seniors. Amendment to the motion was accepted by CM Chastain, who seconded the original motion. Motion carried with CM Hutton voting "No" and CM Bennett absent. RECESS• At 8:50 P. M., Mayor Gaytan declared a recess and at 9:18 P. M., meeting was reconvened with all Members present, including CM Bennett who assumed her place on the dais. PUBLIC COMMENT: Mark Williams complained, about drainage problems at the bottom of his street. City Manager Garcia reported the City had an oral agreement for access to the property; however, subsequent to a recent meeting with the former property owner's widow, all access to the property was denied. Legal Counsel advised that the City could proceed with an emergency abatement and obtain a court order. The City Manager agreed to talk to the owner, again, and provide a report. John Longfield thanked City Manager Garcia for the recent Commission Orientation Workshop and he thanked City Clerk Barrera for her stand on the recall activities. William Yahn spoke on water rates, accountability, the stormwater rates and Taormina. Fred Cordova pointed out the increase in traffic of heavy trucks on Seventh Street and raised questions regarding excessive speed, damage to streets and limited access. After his presentation at the last Council meeting, John Mitchell said he had been harassed and threatened. MAYOR AND COUNCIL ITEMS: COMMENTS, INTER -GOVERNMENTAL AGENCY REPORTS, INFORMATION SESSION: Boards and Commissions MOTION/VOTE: At CM Hutton's request, motion/second by Mayor Gaytan/CM Bennett to ratify the appointment, for District 2, of Terry Dorman to the CFD Commission carried with no opposition. District 6 Council Mins July 21, 1998 4