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122 pursue Block Grant funds through the small cities competition or elect to execute a Cooperation Agreement with an entitlement jurisdiction and compete for funds within the County. Mr. Trevino stated there is no assurance of CDBG funding for non -entitlement cities in either alternative. However, the City of Colton, because of various evidences of need, stands a very good chance of being awarded its fair share of funds through either alternative. Mr. Trevino said in looking at not electing to join the County in the upcoming three-year cycle, staff is aware that it would be the City's sole prerogative to develop new innovative programs, as well as implement some of the existing programs, i.e., housing rehab, curbs, and gutters, etc; and that it would mean that staff would deal directly with HUD and be responsible for a funding level according to demographic factors. Mr. Trevino said the question may be, can the City be more responsive to the needs of our community, not saying that the County has not been responsive; but rather, the City can take an active role in directing those activities that would more nearly meet the current and emerging needs of an expanding population. Mr. concluded his report by recommending that Council concur and instruct the City Manager to notify the County that the City of Colton does not wish to join with the County in the 1982-85 Community Development Block Grant Program. Moved by Councilman Rehrer, seconded by Councilwoman Garcia, to concur in the Staff recommendation and instruct the City Manager to notify the County that the City of Colton does not wish to join with the County in the 1982-85 Community Development Block Grant Program. Ms. Millie Herrera, 242 East "N" Street, Colton, addressed the City Council, saying it should be remembered that the City did at one time, administer its' own program and four of the present Council voted to turn it over to the County. Ms. Herrera stated the fact that the County administers the CDBG Program does not, or should not restrict our innovation of what projects are to be funded. Ms. Herrera said the Council should consider whether or not its attitude toward housing needs has changed. Ms. Herrera reminded the Council that the City of Colton was scheduled for 80 housing units, which it did not want and as a result the housing units went —. to the City of Barstow. Ms. Herrera closed by saying that the Council should look at whether or not it will be able to be more innovative with citizen input as this is a most important requirement and that she felt information pertaining to the Council's current ideas on the CDBG Program should have been released to the public earlier for adequate public input. Mrs. Herrera said a decision of this importance merits more public input and serious consideration. Councilwoman Cisneros stated the citizen request for more public input shoudl be well taken. Councilwoman Cisneros questioned whether the Council needed to take action now or perhaps, it would be best to take time to explain to the public why we want to go on our own program. Mayor Gonzales stated a decision as to whether or not the City will participate with the County needs to be made by the November 13, 1981 deadline. Mayor Gonzales said many of the Council Members have sought to go on our own on request of the citizens who have stated they find it difficult to get to the County for citizen participation. Mayor Gonzales stated the Citizens Advisory Board would be re- activated to provide for citizen input and in this way allow for more participation. Discussion followed on the administrative cost of ten percent currently charged by the County and whether or not this cost would be inherited by the City. City Manager Trevino was of the opinion that the cost would be less than 10% due to the fact that the City has staff on board who would be able to this work. There being no further discussion the motion passed unanimously. Agreement Paramedic Contract City Manager Trevino reported the contract before the Council tonight is for fire and paramedic services to County Improvement Zone H, which is the County pocket west of Rancho. Mr. Trevino said additionally the City shall also respond to each fire or other emergency in Area B, which is the incorporated County area west of La Cadena and in the southern portion of the city limits. Mr. Trevino recom- mended approval of the contract. Moved by Councilman Hayes, seconded by Councilwoman Garcia, to approve the contract NOV i981