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z2s Moved by Councilman Gonzales, seconded by Councilman Hayes, to write a letter of support of the Grant Project to the County of San Bernardino. Motion carried. Councilman Rehrer voting NO. Mrs. Herrera speaking on behalf of the Community Action Group encouraged the Council to write letters supporting both the Third and Fourth Supervisorial District's Projects due to Colton being represented by both districts. COMMUNITY SERVICES DIRECTOR'S REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS: Agreement Sewer -Peoples Federal Savings and Loan Assocation Mr. Earl Young, Community Services Director, reported from his memorandum to the Council dated November 14, 1975, saying that if Council is in agreement with Peoples Federal Savings and Loan Association Agreement as outlined in his memorandum, it would be in order to authorize the Mayor and Clerk to execute the agreement. Moved by Councilman Rehrer, seconded by Councilman Hayes to approve the agreement and authorize the Mayor and Clerk to sign same. CITY MANAGER'S REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS: Fi re Paramedic Unit (Blood Pressure Clinic) City Manager Huffaker reported that on request of Mayor Huntoon, a Blood Pressure Clinic designed for senior citizens, has been set up with the suggested dates of December 2, 3, and 4 at City Hall Foyer between 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Mr. Huffaker stated in addition to services of Colton's Paramedic Unit, arrange-ments have been made by Fire Chief Temby to have nurses from Loma Linda Medical Center and Heart Association personnel assist in the clinic. Mr. Huffaker said it is suggested that any Colton residents be allowed to have their blood pressure taken. Moved by Councilman Rehrer, seconded by Councilman Hayes, to approve and implement the Blood Pressure Clinic as outlined by the City Manager. Vote was unanimous. Flags Mr. Walter Skelly City Manager Huffaker reported some time ago, Mr. Skelly had submitted a proposal to have the City display flags about the City during various patriotic holidays. r1r. Huffaker stated several studies were made by Mr. Lofy, Recreation Director, as to the feasibility and cost; also, letters were mailed to various individuals and organizations regarding this project and the bearing of the cost, etc. Only one reply was received from one individual with a suggestion that a particular organization be responsible for this project. Mr. Huffaker said this report is informational and will be turned over to the Bicentennial Committee. Mr. Huffaker requested an Executive Session at the end of the Agenda to discuss a legal matter. CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS: ELECTIONS 1975 Amendments to California Elections Laws City Attorney Edwards reviewed the Memorandum from the City Clerk dated November 18, 1975, stating that there are several questions posed by the Clerk regarding 1975 Amendments to the California Elections Laws on which Mrs. Ramos needs Council's direction prior to the next regular meeting. Upon review of the questions posed, on Council consensus, it was decided as follows: Candidates Statement will remain at 200 words limit; candidates for elective office will not be authorized to prepare separately other materials to be sent to each voter with the sample ballot; the filing fee of $25.00 will remain in effect. Further, it was moved by Councilwoman Spragins, seconded by Councilman Hayes, to designate one of the three Council seats to be elected at the March 2, 1975 General Municipal Election to serve a two-year term, on a one-time basis only. Unanimous vote. BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS: Recreation and Parks Commission Mr. Dick Mosher, Chairman of the Recreation and Parks Commission reported that members of his commission are wondering why they were not consulted with regard to participation in the site selection of the North Colton Park and the pool. Mr. Mosher stated the Commission members are beginning to wonder if in fact, their service as a Recreation and Parks advisory body is appreciated or wanted by the Council as they are often left out of important projects. Council discussion followed. It was the overall consensus that due to the late date in the Community Development Projects Committee's study, there is not much that can be done by the Council to correct the inadvertence in omitting the involvement of the Recreation and Parks Commission in the Community Development Projects, however, the Commission will certainly be involved in any future developments within their advisory area. EXECUTIVE SESSION: The City Council adjourned to Executive Session at 8:20 p.m., and reconvened at 9:31 p.m., all members present. PERSONNEL: Refuse Division City Manager Huffaker reported that an apparent pay inequity has been brought to his attention and that the inequity is happening in the Refuse Division. Mr. Huffaker advised that it is recommended that Refuse Division personnel be paid time and a half, whenever, the men are called upon to work during their day off. City Manager Huffaker stated if Council concurs with the recommendation, minute action by motion is requested. Moved by Councilman Hayes, seconded by Councilman Gonzales, to pay the Refuse Division personnel time and a half whenever the are required to work on their regular day off.