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5 Regular Meeting October 25, 1993 Page 5 roll call for adoption of the Resolution, the following vote was recorded: AYE: Moore, Mooney, Hart, Cox, Plummer. NAY: Morris, Guerra. ABSTAIN: None. Mayor Morris introduced for consideration Item 10.F. removed from ! the consensus agenda, reconsideration of Revolving Loan Fund program award to J & W Donuts in the amount of $12,500.00. Mr. Guerra moved to reconsider this matter and Mr. Plummer seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. Mr. Cox then moved to award J & W Donuts with funds from the Revolving Loan Fund in the amount of $12,500.00 and Mr. Hart seconded the motion. The Council received information in their packets advising J & W Donuts had a prior loan in 1985 that was not paid timely and the co-signor on the loan had to assume the indebtedness. On roll call for award, the following vote was recorded: AYE: Moore, Morris, Cox. NAY: Mooney, Hart, Guerra, Plummer. ABSTAIN: None. . Mayor Morris introduced a presentation by the Convention Center/Recreational Facility Task Force. Joe Castillo, representing the Task Force, stated after SWT purchased Aquarena, the Task Force only looked at a recreational facility. Funds in the amount of $3.5 million were requested in the CIP in future bonds to fund the facility. He asked if the Council plans to spend money to renovate the Youth Center, and stated they have discussed with the SMCISD what Lamar School will be used for and were advised they may possibly be used for offices. He stated the $3.5 million was an ! estimatation for a 43,000 square foot building at $80.00 per square foot. The Council requested the Task Force specifically look at renovating an existing building or constructing a new building and make a recommendation, and include convention facility. The Council wants a facility plan and cost, then the Council can consider a bond election. The Task Force requested funds from the sale of city property to fund architectural plans. Mr. Plummer stated he would like a convention facility to be included that could incorporate the needs of both convention and recreation and where hotel/motel funds could be used. Mr. castillo indicated they thought the facilities should be separate, and the Council requested the cost of architectural plans. staff was directed to bring to the next meeting a basic cost of architectural plans. The Council directed the Task Force talk with SMCISD regarding their plans for recreation facilities. Mr. Castillo advised they recommended the site next to the new Library and they will need to address transportation to this area. Mr. Mooney suggested SWT's recreation facility may accommodate the City's needs, and Mr. Guerra stated it can only be used by SWT students. Mayor Morris introduced the City Manager's Report. Mr. Gilley advised the Council there are City facilities in need of renovation, and Staff is recommending a short-term debt of $1.5 million. The Council requested recommendations, costs, and the schedule of I financing come before the Council for authorization at the next i meeting. Mayor Morris introduced the City Attorney's Report. Mr. Taylor had no report at this meeting. Mayor Morris introduced the City Council's Report. (1) Mayor Morris advised the Council of a press conference to be held Wednesday, October 27 with lunch at 12:30 and the conference at 1:00 p.m. regarding mandates. (2) Mr. Cox stated Carol Wilder complained to him regarding a car being towed at the Nelson Center and was advised the City cannot intervene, as this is private property. (3) Mr. Guerra stated speed limit signs need to be placed between 123 and IH35. (4) Mr. Cox advised the Wallace Addition Neighborhood would hold another meeting on November 2 at 7:00 p.m. to evaluate street alignments.