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Mr. Morales indicated that the schools have other sources for funding of their programs and the league has only the fireworks booth. He believed that only non-profit organizations could participate and that the Colton Schools were not non-profit. City Treasurer responded that the schools were non-profit. Mr. Morales suggested that those with the greatest need submit a statment to that effect and be a determining factor for selection. Council Member Cisneros responded that the problem at this time is that selection for this year has been done and cannot be changed but is in agreement that the ordinance should be reviewed for next year. In the past civic and service organizations have shared their booths. Council Member Lofy and Council Member Rehrer were in agreement that the ordinance should be reviewed as soon as possible. Richard Dawson, Chamber of Commerce, stated that in the past civic groups have shared their booths. This year the Chamber would have to do the same as they were not selected and on the average lost out every other year. George Gama, 665 North 3rd Street, Colton Youth Football, also express- ed concern regarding selection of fireworks booth as they rely heavily on funds raised from the fireworks booth. That organizations submit a financial statement and it should be reviewed by Council. Council Member Cisneros questioned if the ordinance indicated number of booths based on population and if so, has it been increased to the current population count. City Attorney Edwards responded that popultion was deleted in 1988 and a number of ten was set for issuance. Mayor Gonzales recommended that this be taken back to the Finance Department for review of the ordinance for next year and that Mr. Washington be selected Chairperson. Joseph Mujica, 7966 Tyler St., East Highland, Latino Peace Officers Association, questioned even though the high school is considered non- profit how it can be eligible for five booths. City Attorney Edwards read the Municipal Code section in full and stated the Ordinance could be amended to add more permits. Mayor Gonzales recommended that an additional four licenses be allowed, determination be based on need, and review why selection resulted in so many by one organization. Mr. Mujica also questioned the required number of members which belong to an organization and referred to the golf club members at the high school. Mr. Edwards responded that membership and supporters are part of the membership. 8 APR 16119T