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Apft Moved by Councilman Rios, seconded by Councilman Lofy, to approve the Consent Calendar. Unanimous vote. MAYOR AND COUNCIL ITEMS: Proclamations Mayor Gonzales read in full a Proclamation declaring the week of March 4 through 10, 1990, as ARBOR WEER. The Proclamation was accepted by Mr. Dave Driscoll, Unit Chief of the State Urban Forestry Department, who commended the City of Colton for their continuing interest and preservation of trees throughout Colton. Mr. Driscoll said he was happy to give the City of Colton a check in the amount of $38,588, representing Urban Forestry Grant monies, advising that the City of Colton is the first city to receive such funds. The City was presented with stoney pine saplings for planting. Mayor Gonzales read in full a Proclamation declaring the month of March, 1990, as NATIONAL WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH. Resolutions Mayor Gonzales read in full a Resolution of Appreciation for Jerry Harris, who served the City of Colton as a Reserve Police Officer for forty- seven years. The Resolution was accepted by Mr. Harris. Paramedics Fire Chief Ron Gemmell showed all those present a Plaque received from Crafton Hills College regarding the City's training and participation in the Paramedic Program. Boards & Commissions Moved by Councilman Rehrer, seconded by Councilman Rios, ratifying ap- pointment of Don Hines to the Historic & Scenic Preservation Commission. Unanimous vote. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR'S REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS: Economic Development Director Jennifer Thornberry reported on the color selections of exterior paint for the Civic Center, the funds for which were budgeted in the current fiscal year budget. Mrs. Thornberry advised Staff from the Public Works Department, City Manager's Office, and Redevelopment Agency, met with Mr. Armantrout to discuss various issues for his consideration prior to his making recom- mendations. Some of these issues were - use of low maintenance colors; colors that would blend with the new senior citizen housing complex; exterior colors that would compliment the interior colors of the Civic Center. 3 IM -0 � 9 199