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Chief Deputy City Clerk Flores announced that the Notice of Continuation is on file in the City Clerk's office and no protests or objections have been received. Motion/second by CM Suchil/Chastain to approve and adopt Resolution No. R-145-05. PUBLIC COMMENT Hector Luis Jacobo, Pastor of La Nueva Uncion and with the assistance of a translator continued to speak in favor of the storage unit container behind the existing church and requested that the board reconsider in their favor. CM De Las Rosa requested further clarification from department regarding the conditions discussed and recommendations to the church for resolution of citations. Community Development Director Zamora explained that applicant (the church) was notified of violations, necessary correction and issued an administrative citation. City Manager Parrish defined the unit as a sea container which was considered blight to the neighboring community. PUBLIC COMMENT Joe Perez, spoke in favor of the Planning Commission decision to deny the permits to allow the previously installed storage container. He further acknowledged the department for policy and procedure enforcement. Pastor Bob Johnson, spoke in favor of Planning Commission decision and suggested that a policy be established without exceptions. Vote: Motion carried with CM Ramos/Hernandez absent. Electric Rates This was the time and place fixed to consider an increase in electric rates. The Mayor declares the Public Hearing "Open". Chief Deputy City Clerk Flores announced that the Affidavit of Publication is on file in the City Clerk's office and no protests or objections have been received. Utilities Manager Jeanette Olko presented for Council consideration and approval of staff's recommendation. PUBLIC COMMENT Joe Perez, spoke against the increase and expressed his concern with the utility rates going up. Ray Abril, spoke against the increase and expressed his concern with the borrowing of monies from the utilities. Motion/second by CM Suchil/De La Rosa to close public hearing. Motion carried with CM ^ Ramos/Hernandez absent. 2005 DECEMBER 06 REG CC/RDA/CUA MEETING - 4 -