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76 Regular Meeting September 26, 1988 Page 6 Mayor Morris introduced for consideration Item S.D. (4) removed from the consensus 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, SUPPORTING THE PROPOSED CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT DEDICATING FEDERAL HIGHWAY FUNDS RECEIVED BY THE STATE OF TEXAS EXCLUSIVELY FOR THE INTENDED PURPOSE OF IMPROVING TEXAS HIGHWAYS AND DECLARING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Mr. Brown moved for adoption of the Resolution and Mr. Guerra seconded the motion. The Resolution is to show the City's support of funds collected in Texas staying in Texas for improvements to Texas highways. The Council voted unanimously for adoption of the Resolution. Mayor Morris introduced for consideration authorization to bid the East Bugg Lane Paving and Drainage Improvements. Mr. Hernandez moved for authorization to bid and Ms. Kissler seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. Mayor Morris introduced for consideration approval for use of contingency funds in the amount of $40,000 from General Fund for the possible purchase of a mower for the river, with establishment of an account in the General Capital Improvements Fund. Mr. Moore moved for approval and Mr. Guerra seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. Mayor Morris introduced for consideration approval for use of contingency funds in the amount of $13,450 (50% Water/Wastewater Utility Fund and 50% General Fund) ~or additional audit services. Mr. Moore moved for approval and Ms. Kissler seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. Mayor Morris introduced for consideration approval for use of contingency funds in the amount of $8,800 (50% Water/Wastewater Utility Fund and 50% General Fund) for the purchase of computer equipment for the Public Information Officer. Ms. Kissler moved for approval and Mr. Plummer seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. Mayor Morris stated Mr. Guerra would introduce the next item on the agenda, as she had a conflict of interest and would remove herself from the Council Chambers during the discussion. Mr. Guerra introduced a discussion regarding package plant reservations. George Boeker provided information to the Council in their packets regarding options that could be provided to the owners of reservations. John Wade of the Planning Commission advised the Commission was interested in Option 3. Mr. Hankins advised the Council the purpose in providing options would be to stimulate development in the area. Ms. Kissler suggested letting each owner of reservations review the options for some designated period of time, and then advise the City which option he/she wished to pursue. Other possible options were briefly discussed. The Council then directed Staff to prepare a Resolution containing the four options outlined in Mr. Boeker's memorandum to Mr. Gilley dated September 20, 1988 for the Council's consideration. Mr. Plummer moved the Council adjourn into Executive Session pursuant to Article 6252-17, Sections 2(e) and (g), V.A.C.S., to discuss Item 12 and Addendum, to discuss contemplated litigation and to discuss matters where the duties of the City Attorney to the City pursuant to the Code of Professional Responsibility of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with Article 6252-17; and duties of an employee, respectively, and Ms. Kissler seconded the motion, which passed unanimously (8:46 p.m.).