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rir. Joe Stell advised that on this day he had regretfully filed a lawsuit against the City of Colton, mainly to get this matter going and underway. Mr. Stell then reviewed, for Council's information, the expansion project at the Water Quality Control Plant, and the incidents that took place up to the present time. Mr. Stell advised that many things brought about problems for the contractor, such as ommissions in the plans and specifications, problems with the on-site engineer, lack of communication, and too many delays. Mr. Stell said in order to expedite this matter and resolve it to everyones benefit, they are requesting two things: 1. That the City Council will recommend approval of releasing and paying to the contractor the amount of $40,000 to $50,000, the amount being held as a penalty assessment. 2. That the City Council proceed with the setting up of an Arbitration to resolve this dispute. Mayor Huntoon thanked Mr. Stell for his presentation and advised that anything the City might do would be under the direct advise of our City Attorney, and that he would be handling this matter. Ordinance No. 1463. Assistant City Attorney Edwards introduced the following ordinance for first reading, reading it as to number and title only: ORDINANCE NO. 1463 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLTON, PROVIDING FOR THE LEVY AND COLLECTION OF TAXES FOR MUNICIPAL USES TO BE LEVIED- AND COLLECTED BY THE COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO. On motion of Councilman Rehrer, seconded by Councilwoman Spragins and unanimously passed, first reading of Ordinance No. 1463 was approved, and further reading waived. Ordinance No. 1464. Assistant City Attorney Edwards introduced the following ordinance for first reading, reading it as to number and title only: ORDINANCE NO. 1464 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLTON FIXING'THE AMOUNT NECESSARY TO BE RAISED BY TAXATION TO CARRY ON THE VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS OF THE CITY OF COLTON FOR THE CURRENT YEAR OF 1974-75. On motion of Councilman Rehrer, seconded by Councilwoman Spragins and unanimously passed, first reading of Ordinance No. 1464 was approved and further reading waived. Ordinance No. 1465. Assistant City Attorney Edwards introduced the following ordinance for first reading, reading it as to number and title only: ORDINANCE NO. 1465 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLTON, FIXING THE 1974-75 TAX RATE FOR THE CITY OF COLTON. On motion of Councilman Rehrer, seconded by Councilman Hayes and unanimously passed, first reading of Ordinance No. 1465 was approved, and further reading waived. Claim: Dorothy L. Cullum versus the City of Colton. Assistant City Attorney Edwards stated the Claim involves an alleged power failure by a Mrs. Dorothy L. Cullum, and after investigation, our insurance carrier recommends rejection of the claim. On motion of Councilman Rehrer, seconded by Councilman Gonzales and unanimously passed, the City Council rejected the Claim of Mrs. Dorothy L. Cullum. Claim: Dolores Salazar versus the City of Colton. Assistant City Attorney Edwards stated with regard to the Claim of Mrs. Dolores Salazar, it is recommended this claim be rejected by the City and referred to the insurance carrier. On motion of Councilman Rehrer, seconded by Councilman Hayes and unanimously passed, the Claim of Mrs. Dolores Salazar was rejected by the City Council. EXECUTT VE SER S Tnw The City Council adjourned to Executive Session at 8:12 p.m., on the request of Mayor Huntoon. The City Council reconvened at 8:34 p. m., all members present. Planning Commission Appointment: On motion of Councilwoman Spragins, seconded by Councilman Hayes and unanimously passed, Mr. Curt Roach was appointed to the Planning Commission to fill the unexpired term of Mr. Roy Martin. AUG 2 0 1974