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MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL ITEMS: Boards & Commissions Cemetery Commission Mayor Gonzales referred to a memorandum from Councilman Rehrer, recom- mending appointment of Dave Junker to the Cemetery Commission. Mayor Gonzales asked if the Council Members had any other recommendations for appointment to the Cemetery Commission. Moved by Councilwoman Cisneros, seconded by Councilwoman Garcia, rati- fying appointment of Dave Junker to the Cemetery Commission. Vote was unanimous. Utilities Commission Councilwoman Garcia said she would like to recommend Joe Lopez for ap- pointment to the Utilities Commission. Moved by Councilwoman Garcia, seconded by Councilman Rehrer, ratifying appointment of Joe Lopez to the Utilities Commission. Unanimous vote. STAFF REPORTS: POLICE DEPARTMENT Pet Limiting Ordinance Ord. No. 0-1-87 Police Chief Connolly referred to a proposed ordinance prepared by the City Attorney on the limiting of pets in a dwelling unit, advising that he has been approached by citizens, the media, and City Staff expressing concerns about the three pet limit. Mr. Connolly said in this regard, he would recommend Council modify the proposed ordinance to a limit of six animals, specifically three dogs and three cats, and introduce the ordinance for first reading. Mayor Gonzales stated the City has received an open letter from Carol Walter, with regard to the limiting of pets per household, and asked the City Attorney to read the letter in full. Councilwoman Cisneros stated she felt the people should be allowed to make the choice of what animals they keep, however, she also felt the City needed an ordinance for enforcement and control. Mayor Gonzales said there were several cards from the audience request- ing to address the City Council on this matter, and called upon Mrs. Anderson. Mrs. Carolyn B. Anderson, 763 West Highland Avenue, San Bernardino, stated she is the President of the Humane Society of San Bernardino 2