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INFORMATIONAL ITEM: Global Warmina Pollution Mayor Bennett presented a request for letter of support regarding the Reduction of Global Warming Pollution. Council expressed concerns as League of California had recommended that Cities remain neutral on the issue. City Manager Parrish suggested that a procedure be established that the City would not support unless recommended by League of California. Members concurred with City Manager Parrish supporting a policy to discern responding to requests for support by organizations. Mayor Bennett explained that this letter was representing support as Mayor and not as the Council and asked if any members state if they opposed. CM Mitchell opposed. BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS: Appointments — Pursuant to MC§ Section 2.30.030 — Manner of Appointment District 5 — CM Mitchell presented for ratification the appointment of Jake Ryan Magnant to the Historic Preservation Commission. Motion/second by CM Hernandez/Zamora to ratify the appointment of Jake Ryan Magnant to the Historic Preservation Commission. No opposition to the motion. AGENDA REVIEW: City Manager. City Manager Parrish presented Consent Calendar Item No. (s) 3 through 18 for approval with clarification to Item No. 6 regarding Planning Assistant Position, as the request is to establish an eligibility list and not to make an appointment as stated in the agenda report, and pulling Item No. 14 for discussion. Motion/second by CM De La Rosa/Ramos to approve consent calendar Item(s) 3 through 18. Pulling Item 14 for separate vote and change Item 6 to recommend that request for Planning Assistant was to establish an eligibility list and not employee employment stated in Agenda Report. Unanimous vote. (14) Restricting Parking — Approve and Adopt a Resolution Restricting Parking during Hours of Street Sweeping Operations on certain Streets (south of Cooley Lane and north of Cooley Drive), RESOLUTION NO. R-103-04. Council expressed concerns with the issuance of tickets. Police Chief Rulon explained the process and implementation time department will assign to an officer to follow sweeper. CM Parrish asked if program expanded citywide, what kind of logistical problems would arise. City Engineer Jakher responded. Motion/second by CM Mitchell/Ramos to pull the item until responses from residence in District 5 received. CM Chastain continued discussion regarding concerns about finding a perfect solution or monies to support this item, and the importance of putting the City first. CM Mitchell spoke against this item. Vote: Motion carried with CM De La Rosa/Chastain and Mayor Bennett voting "NO" and CM Hernandez/Ramos/Mitchell/Zamora voting "YES" 2004 SEPTEMBER 07 REG CC/RDA/CUA MEETING - 5 -