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92 Regular Meeting December 4, 1995 Page 4 Rich's property is annexed and added to the tax roll, the City would realize $1,200.00 per year. There are four additional City properties that could be served by this extension. Mr. Friche's property is located between the old Walmart and the proposed new location for Walmart (wants wastewater). The Schawe's and Serna's properties could also be served by this extension. The Council requested more information be provided regarding what citizens could utilize this extension and the cost to add Mr. Friche to the system. Mayor Morris introduced a discussion regarding the San Marcos Horizons Master Plan. Mr. Ron Patterson reviewed with Council a handout, which is attached to these minutes. Mayor Morris introduced the City Manager's Report. (1) Mr. Gilley advised the Council the Sights and Sounds of Christmas was an outstanding success. Mr. Gilley thanked Staff for preparing and participating in the event. (2) Mr. Gilley advised the Council Robert Wynn of Frost Bank has closed the property transaction with SWTSU. (3) Mr. Gilley advised the Church has delivered a letter to the City Secretary advising the City they will not be fulfilling the obligation of the security with their bid on the church property, and therefore, the bid is automatically rejected. Mayor Morris introduced the City Attorney's Report. (1) Mr. Taylor advised the Council the first reading on adoption of the City Code would be January 8, 1996. (2) Judge Bunton has issued an order in the Federal Endangered Species suit favorable to the City that brings us closer to judicial regulation of the Aquifer. However, the order will not take effect until the Federal Appellate Court in New Orleans allows it to do so. They have not yet ruled on this matter. Mayor Morris introduced the City Council's Report. (1) Mr. Moore stated Messrs. Mooney, Cox and Hernandez attended the University Caucus Meeting. Two of the issues addressed were drunk driving and the hospitality business. (2) Mr. Hernandez announced many have been wondering about his political future with the City, and that he would not be seeking the County Commissioner seat but would remain with the City. (3) Mr. Moore stated Mr. Hernandez was elected to the Board of Directors of the Hispanic Elected Local Officials at the National League of Cities Conference in Phoenix, Arizona. (4) Mayor Morris stated at the National League of Cities Conference, recommendations will be sent to the President to establish a 1-800 number so citizens can provide messages to the President regarding the need for a balanced budget. The NLC-FAIR Committee established goals to balance the budget which will be forwarded to the President. Mayor Morris introduced an Executive Session pursuant to Section 551.071, to discuss pending litigation (Sierra Club vs. Babbitt; Medina County U.W.C.D. vs. Barshop; Kencon Constructors vs. City of San Marcos) and matters where the City Attorney's ethical duty to the City clearly conflicts with Government Code Chapter 551 (Aquarena Springs property taxation). Mr. Mooney moved to adjourn into Executive Session at 9:27 p.m. and Mr. Moore seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. Mr. Guerra moved to reconvene at 10:08 p.m. and Mr. Hernandez seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 10:08 p.m. on motion made by Mr. Guerra and seconded by Mr. Mooney. Billy G. Moore Council Member I?M? VV Kathy M. M rris Mayor obert Mooney Mayor Pro-Tem