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The City's sensitive problem is public safety, Mayor Gonzales related that the Fire Department's paramedic program is the best in the City. He said that the City's Police Department responded to Los Angeles' recent problem with civil unrest. Not only did they assist in Los Angeles but also enSLJred that the City remained an island of calm. In response to AQ.MD requirements, the City Council approved the 4 -day work week for its employees. He praised the City's employees for a job well done. Mayor Gonzales proposed the broadcasting of City Council meetings as the citizens are interested in the Council's actions. The Youth Center is a goal that Mayor Gonzales urged be brought to fruition. Mayor Gonzales thanked his family, his campaign committee, San Bernardino County Firefighters Local 935 and the voters for their support, City Treasurer Williarns thanked the people for allowing him to be their treasurer, He spoke of the great leap of faith that the City Council conveyed when its members worked together with him to save the City's money. He said this happened because all were willing to work together. Mr. Williams thanked Councilman Roman for being an advocate and a help. He introduced his mother and his wife and expressed appreciation for his wife's support. City Clerk Ramos said she owed a round of applause to the citizens of Colton for allowing tier to serve for the past twenty years as its City Clerk. She felt honored and privileged to to be the City Clerk. She announced that this would be her last term, She was happy to announce that at least 65% of the City's registered voters had voted at the General Municipal Election held November 3, 1992. CORRESPONDENCE: Fire., Inspection Fee Mr. Floyd Smith, 480 North La Cadena, presented the signatures of 60 owners -operators in Colton who are objecting to the new resolution directing them to pay for annual inspection by the Fire Department, He suggested that when times are tough and more money is needed that local businesses are tapped. The Fire Department is a paid department and he could not understand why there must be an annual inspection fee. All businesses were inspected prior to licensing and the idea of paying again does not make sense. Mr. Smith asked the new City Council to look at the ordinance to see if it is reversible. Mayor Gonzales indicated that Mr. Smith's request would be taken under advisement. Councilmember Beltran asked Mayor Gonzales if he could advise the City Manager to complete a report and an ordinance -for Council review and action at the next meeting. City Manager Lewis agreed to corT-iply with Councilmember Beltran"s request. 7