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The following individuals voiced community concerns: Mel Albiso, John Longfield and Jean Ferrante. MAYOR AND COUNCIL ITEMS: COMMENTS, INTER -GOVERNMENTAL AGENCY REPORTS, INFORMATION SESSION: ACTION ITEM Mayor's Leave Item pulled by Mayor Gaytan. INFORMATION BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS It was announced that the Utilities Commission Update would be rescheduled. COMMENTS District 1 - CM Sanders stated that the City needed to post a "No Truck Traffic" sign, especially 18 -wheelers, on Meridian, because it is utilized as a thoroughfare. District 2- CM DeLaRosa requested a report on the Public Works' projects for the sidewalks and handicap approaches. District 3 - CM Chastain expressed appreciation for the CDBG program and the ongoing curbs and gutters on Pennsylvania. District 5 - CM Bennett reported there were two meetings of the Citizens Advisory Committee who gave a list of items to the City. At their next meeting they will look at projected costs and then they will give directions. CM Bennett said the remark stating she cost the City $20,000 was totally erroneous. At Large - Mayor Gaytan noted that for balance of July he would not be holding office hours in the City but could be reached by pager or through the City Manager's Office. He expressed appreciation to the community for the "get well" wishes. He referred to the City's programs, available through the Redevelopment Agency, to help new, small businesses develop business plans and obtain necessary financing for business enhancement and purpose. AGENDA REVIEW: MOTION/VOTE: After brief discussion, CM Sanders, seconded by Mayor Gaytan, moved to advance the balance of the agenda, including Items No. 17, EXCEPT Nos. 18 and 19 which were pulled, carried with no objection the motion. City Council Mins Jul}20, 1999 4