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86 Mr. Young advised this item had been budgeted in the 1974-75 budget. On motion of Councilwoman Spragins, seconded by Councilman Hayes and unanimously passed, Council authorized Staff to advertise for bids for a 3/4 ton pickup truck for the street division. CITY MANAGER REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS: Request permission to advertise for bids for Line Truck and 3/4 ton pickup truck. City Manager Huffaker stated Staff requests permission to advertise for bids on a prototype line truck, to replace a 1963 Ford, and also a 3/4 ton pickup truck, to replace an older truck, for the Electric Department, Mr. Huffaker said these items are budgeted for in the 1974-75 budget. On motion of Councilwoman Spragins, seconded by Councilman Rehrer and unanimously passed, Council authorized Staff to advertise for bids for line truck and 3/4 ton pickup truck for the Electric Department. Request permission to advertise for bids for Safety Equipment for the Police Department. Mr. Huffaker advised that during this year's budget considerations, the City Council approved the purchase of safety equipment for the Police Department, and this action was in accordance with a recent court decision involving the City of Oakland. Mr. Huffaker continued it is requested that the City Council authorize the Staff to proceed with advertising for bids for the following items: 32 model 59 automatic pistols 32 belts 32 magazines 32 ammunition carriers 2000 rounds ammunition 32 Baton rings 32 duty holsters 32 pair handcuffs 32 handcuff cases 6 detective holsters Councilman Rehrer asked if this pistol has been tested and proven safe for use by our Police Department. Acting Police Chief Phil Elliott stated that surveys have been made throughout California and Nevada regarding this weapon, and it has been proven superior to all other pistols of this kind. On motion of Councilman Hayes, seconded by Councilwoman Spragins and unanimously passed, Council authorized Staff to advertise for bids for Safety Equipment for the Police Department. Request to purchase breaker for Substation - Electric Department. Mr. Huffaker reported that during this year's budget sessions, the City Council approved the purchase,of a 12 KV, 1200 Amp Breaker for the new substation. Mr. Huffaker advised the only company that manufactures a breaker that fits in our substation is Allis-Chalmer, and the purchase price is in excess of $6,000 which requires the City to advertise for bids. Mr. Huffaker said due to the fact that Allis Chalmer is the only company that makes the type of breaker that can be installed in the City's substation, it is recommended: that the Staff be authorized to purchase the Allis-Chalmer breaker. Mr. Huffaker stated the City Attorney has advised the minutes should reflect the fact that Allis-Chalmer is the only eligible bidder. On motion of Councilman Rehrer, seconded by Councilman Gonzales and unanimously passed, Council authorized Staff to purchase a 12 KV, 1200 Amp Breaker for the substation of our Electric Department from Allis-Chalmer Company. California Portland Cement Company's Conversion of Gas Fuel to Petroleum, Coke and Coal. Mr. Huffaker stated the Council members have received a report from the Director of Planning and Special Services indicating that the California Portland Cement Company has submitted a site approval application to the County of San Bernardino for its fuel conversion project. Mr. Huffaker continued the Air Pollution Control District indicates the conversion will result in a reduction in pollutants in the air. Mr. Huffaker advised there would be no action necessary by our City Council on this matter, unless the Coupgil is in opposition to the conversion. Mayor Huntoon thanked Staff for the report. CITY ATTORNEY REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS: Claim: Norman S. Fink and Norman Engineering Company versus the City of Colton. Assistant City Attorney Edwards advised that Mr. Joe Stell, of Stell and Levine, Attorneys for Norman S. Fink and Norman Engineering Company, is here this evening regarding a Claim against the City of Colton concerning a contract for expansion of the Water Quality Control Sewage Treatment Plant. AUG 2 01974