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attended the 10 -day tournament where 5 different cities were represented. Where it was first determined that this City did not have adequate facilities to host this tournament, Mr, Hernandez eloquently stated that through major efforts of the members of the City Council and the honored staff members, especially those of Parks and Recreation Director Ken Merron, the matter was turned around and the Girls Softball League enjoyed its success, The members of the City Council were each presented with T-shirts bearing the Carl Rimbaugh's Girls Softball League loge and each member received pins. Councilman Lofy commended Mr. Hernandez and his staff for a well-planned and highly organized event. He stated that he had attended and noted that everything went like clockwork, It was a great tournament. Everyone's behavior was great. The officials were excellent. Where was great comaraderie amongst participating teams and it was good family participation. He congratulated the girls --the champions. CORRESPONDENCE: Rancho Medi errania Conversion Mayor Gonzales acknowledged receipt of Mr. William K. Kalogonis' letter dated August 26, 1992 regarding his concerns on the Conversion of Rancho Mediterrania. As a member of the steering committee, Mr. Kalogonis spoke about the lack of communication which rendered the residents frustrated and fearful that the City is no longer committed to their cause. In the beginning the City's commitment was strong and it was predicted that this matter would be accomplished within 60-90 days. More than 120 days have passed and negotiations appear to be at an impasse with no end in sight. He asked that the following issues be addressed: Speed of the project; terms of negotiation; terms of finalization; price of the park, financing and the question of condemnation. He asked the Council to direct the City Manager to Investigate the issues for the hold up of the conversion. He requested that a member or members of the steering committee be included in the negotiating team. Mayor Gonzales reaffirmed the City's commitment to finish the project and directed all members involved to cooperate with each other. Mayor Gonzales asked City Manager Lewis for an update. City Manager Lewis presented an overview of steps taken. He stated that the City was embarking on a complex and difficult phase of converting mobile owners to homeowners. He assured that the committee works on this matter on a daily basis. He compared the conversion to a big condominium. He pointed to the fact that 250 park residents will be going through escrows simultaneously. Mr. Lewis stated that it is anticipated that the conversion project will be completed by the end of January 1993, Mr, Lewis asked for everyone's help, patience and cooperati