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Regular Meeting June 20, 2006 Page 9 Mayor Narvaiz introduced for consideration Item 23, removed from the Iconsent agenda, adoption of a Resolution, the caption which was read as follows: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN MARCOS, TEXAS, EXPRESSING SUPPORT FOR THE TEXAS RAIL RELOCATION AND IMPROVEMENT FUND; AND DECLARING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Mr. Jones moved for adoption of the Resolution, and Mr. Guerrero seconded the motion. Mr. Thomaides asked Staff to provide a copy of this Resolution to other municipalities located along IH 35 corridor. He stated this Resolution of support is requesting funding of $200 million annually to the Texas Rail Relocation and Improvement Fund during the next regular and subsequent sessions of the Texas Legislature. The Council then voted unanimously for adoption of the Resolution. Mayor Narvaiz introduced for consideration Item 24, removed from the consent agenda, approval for use of General Fund Contingency Funds in the amount of $30,170.00 for Park Rangers and litter control. Mr. Jones moved for approval for use of General Fund Contingency Funds in the amount of $30,170.00 for Park Rangers and litter control, and Mr. Mihalkanin seconded the motion. Mr. O'Leary stated with the increased popularity of the Rio Vista Falls area, it has become necessary to increase Park Ranger coverage Ito ensure compliance. He stated additional litter and garbage services are needed to accommodate emptying and hauling of increased trash on both river banks. He stated on Saturdays and Sundays the Parks Department has added 2 to 3 Park Rangers and 4 Parks Department Staff members picking up trash. Mr. Bose stated he supports this motion, but feels the Parks Department needs to find some way to charge a fee or surcharge to offset this expense. Mayor Narvaiz asked citizens to take pride in their parks and help pick up trash. Mr. Jones inquired as to the need of additional Park Rangers. Rodney Cobb, Director of Parks and Recreation, stated additional Park Rangers are needed to enforce Ordinances and maintain order. He stated the Park Rangers first ask the violator to comply with the Ordinance, if not, a citation is written. Mr. Guerrero inquired as to any particular behavior occurring at the Rio Vista Falls. Mr. Cobb stated there have been several reports of disorderly conduct, vulgar language, standing in the opening of the spillways, illegal parking and glass containers. Mr. Guerrero inquired as to the fines for these different violations. Mr. Cobb stated a violation for glass containers is $200.00 to $250.00, standing in the spillway is $300.00 and disorderly conduct is $300.00-$500.00. Mr. Jones stated he is against additional Park Rangers. He feels there should be Police Officers at the Rio Vista Falls. Mayor Narvaiz stated the Police IDepartment is available to write citations whenever needed. The Council then voted unanimously for approval for use of General Fund Contingency Funds in the amount of $30,170.00 for Park Rangers and litter control.