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125 Mr. Huffaker concluded Staff recommends Council approve and authorize the Mayor to sign the Assurance Agreement from the state. On motion of Councilwoman Spragins, seconded by Councilman Hayes and unanimously passed, Council approved and authorized the Mayor to sign the state supplied Assurance Agreement. Proposal regarding Conversion from On -Line Computer Service to City System. Mr. Huffaker referred to his memorandum dated November 27, 1974, to the Council members regard- ing the conversion of the City's accounting system to an on-line computer service until such time as an in-house computer operation would prove to be more cost effective. Mr. Huffaker said Staff requests Council approval to initiate action on an in-house computer by adopting the attached resolutions which add the position of Data Processing Supervisor to the table of organization and by requesting Staff to begin actively seeking appropriate equip- ment for Council consideration. On motion of Councilwoman Spragins, seconded by Councilman Hayes and unanimously passed, the following Resolutions were approved: RESOLUTION NO. 3481 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLTON AMENDING THE 1974- 75 FISCAL YEAR BUDGET. RESOLUTION NO. 3482 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLTON AMENDING THE TABLE OF ORGANIZATION IN THE DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE FOR THE 1974-75 FISCAL YEAR. Request Public Hearing to amend Classification Plan for CETA Positions. Mr. Huffaker stated the Council members have received copies of his memorandum dated November 27, 1974, regarding the Comprehensive Employment and Training Act. Mr. Huffaker said that Staff recommends the Council set December 17, 1974, as the date for a public hearing, as required by Resolution No. 2240, on the amendment to Resolution No. 3441, which will include new position titles and salary ranges for Storekeeper Aide - 15.5, Custodian - 17, Fireman Trainees - 21, Police Officer Trainees - 21. Mr. Huffaker advised that a complete justification for allocations of funds will be given to the Council members at the meeting to be held December 17. On motion of Councilman Rehrer, seconded by Councilman Hayes and unanimously passed, Council set for public hearing, on Tuesday, December 17, 1974, at 7:30 p.m., the amendment to Resolution No. 3441 for new position title and salary ranges. Amendment to Salary Resolution to Comply with Fair Labor Standards Act. Mr. Huffaker advised that as of January 1, 1975, the minimum wage for part time employees will be increased to $2.00 per hour. Mr. Huffaker said in accordance with this increase, Staff recommends that a resolution be adopted to provide the minimum hourly rate for our affected temporary employees. On motion of Councilwoman Spragins, seconded by Councilman Gonzales and unanimously passed, Resolution No. 3480 was approved. Chamber of Commerce. City Manager Huffaker gave a report on meetings between Staff members and the Chamber of Commerce in efforts to bring about more business in the City of Colton, and the best method of implementing the new business license ordinance. Mr. Huffaker stated that Staff would appreciate Council's support along these lines, and possibly through the joint efforts of the Chamber and City Council, ideas and methods can be formulated in establishing new businesses in the community. On Council consensus, Staff was directed to proceed with setting up meetings between the City Council and the Chamber of Commerce to bring about joint efforts in establishing new businesses in the City of Colton. CITY ATTORNEY REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS: Trinity Water Company Status Report. City Attorney Hutton gave a brief report on the status of negotiations between the City of Colton and the Trinity Mutual Water Company. Mr. Hutton said that due to the many aspects of this situation and problem, and the complexi- ties involved, he would suggest the City Council hold a Study Session on this matter so that it can be reviewed thoroughly and discussed in greater detail. On Council consensus, a Study Session was set for Monday, December 9. 1974, at 7:30 p.m. Claim: John R. Sachs vs. the City of Colton. City Attorney Hutton advised that a letter has been received from the Claims Office of our insurance carrier, suggesting that the Claim of John R. Sachs versus the City of Colton be rejected in accordance with the provisions of the Government Code, which is what he would also recommend. DEC 3 1974