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113 Regular Meeting January 9, 1995 Page 6 Mr. Guerra moved for adoption of the Resolution and Mr. Cox seconded the motion. Mr. Cox moved to amend the Contract on Page 3 in Section 5.04 in the second complete sentence to read, "Seller and Buyer shall each pay 50% (not to exceed $1,500 each) towards the cost of this report," and Mr. Guerra seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. Mayor Morris moved to amend Section 5.04 in the third complete sentence to read, "Should the report identify required remediation, Seller may choose to fully perform such remediation at its sole expense prior to closing, or Seller may refuse to do so, in which case Purchaser may cancel this contract," and Mr. Hart seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. The Council then voted unanimously for adoption of the Resolution. Mayor Morris introduced a discussion regarding a report from RAM Communications Consultants on their assessment of the radio system needs of the city and funding sources identified and direction to Staff. Chief Kendrick stated the City is in need of additional frequencies. Tom Sharp of RAM Communications stated an RFP could be provided within two months, which would cover the City and three to five miles beyond. The Council asked if there were any benefits to doing this on a regional basis, to which Mr. Sharp replied he did not think there would be a significant cost savings'to doing this regionally. The current channels are congested and have limitations. The Council requested additional information be provided the first meeting in February regarding if other entities will commit, financial arrangements and firm sources to pay for the system (feasibility of using drug money and CAPCO). Mayor Morris introduced the City Manager's Report. Mr. Gilley stated Dave Marsh of CARTS would provide an update on the transportation system at the next meeting. The same day he will conduct a public hearing at 5:00 p.m. to receive additional public input. If the Council is interested 'in looking at Lufkin Transit System before that time, arrangements can be made. 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) Mr. Cox requested the status of the Crockett School traffic issue, and Mr. Gilley stated he has talked with the School District and IST funding is available for sidewalks to deal with that problem. Mr. Gilley stated we need to look at all the school campuses and the traffic associated around them. (2) The meeting with the Sunset Acres Neighborhood regarding street and water/wastewater improvements will be January 19 at the Broadway Street Fire Station. The neighbors will be advised of the meeting through a flyer. (3) Mr. Cox stated Mr. Moore has been in communication with Dennis Allen of SWTSU regarding grade separation of the railroad tracks. Mr. Allen will be attending a Neighborhood Council Meeting to be held at Dunbar on January 12 and will be discussing traffic community problems. Mayor Morris introduced an Executive Session pursuant to section 551 of the Government Code, section 551.071, to discuss pending litigation (Sierra Club vs. Babbitt) and matters where the city Attorney's ethical duty to the City clearly conflicts with Government Code Chapter 551; and sections 551.072 and 551.073, to discuss purchase of real property. Mr. Guerra moved to adjourn into Executive Session at 9:51 p.m. and Mr. Hernandez seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. Mr. Hernandez moved to reconvene at 11:47 p.m. and Mr. Cox seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 11:48 p.m. on motion made by Mr. Hernandez and seconded by Mr. Hart. \4~~ ~A, M~lJ\ ~ Kathy M. orris \ Mayor'