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117 Regular Meeting June 13, 1994 Page 8 "(b) The separate planning commission and zoning commission will continue in existence until they are succeeded by the combined planning and zoning commission, and all acts of the separate planning commission and zoning commission up to that time in matters subject to the jurisdiction of each commission are validated," and Mr. Mooney seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. The Council then voted unanimously for approval of the Ordinance on second reading. Mr. Guerra introduced for consideration Item 10.C. (7) 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, APPROVING THE APPOINTMENT BY THE CHIEF OF POLICE OF MATTHEWHARMATUK AND WILLIAM TUCKER AS MEMBERS OF THE CITY'S RESERVE POLICE FORCE; AND DECLARING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Mr. Mooney moved for adoption of the Resolution and Mr. Moore seconded the motion. Mr. Guerra inquired what efforts have been made to recruit minorities to the Police Reserves, and Chief Kendrick advised the city had only published notice in the San Marcos Daily Record for recruitment of Reserves, arid the city has a total of seven Hispanics and no Blacks as Reserves. The Council voted unanimously for adoption of the Resolution. Mr. Guerra introduced a discussion regarding property appraisals. Mr. Mooney stated there are enormous increases. Mr. Gilley stated there is a process which taxpayers can go through if they think their appraisal is not accurate. Mr. Gilley stated the city's tax rate and exemption process are in the City's hands and can be reviewed during the budgeting process and the Council's involvement in nominating appointments to the Appraisal Board. Mr. Mooney stated he requested this matter be discussed as being a matter of concern. Mr. Guerra introduced a discussion regarding a pilot intracity transportation system. Mr. Moore stated there has been a discussion for a long period of time regarding the need for a transportation system in the city. Mr. Moore suggested a portion of the CDBG funding go towards a one-year pilot program to see if such a system could provide the benefit that is being requested. Mrs. Franks advised the City could possibly have a transportation system through the CARTS program, and the city pursuing this separately could possibly jeopardize grant funding for the CARTS' program. Staff was requested to contact Mr. Marsh to request how to best handle this matter. Mr. Marsh has indicated to Staff he is optimistic about funding of a transportation system for San Marcos. Mr. Gilley stated there are many areas of concern that need to be investigated and to determine how to fund such a program. The Council directed Staff make recommendations how to fund a transportation program and the possibilities of who to contract with. Mr. Guerra introduced the city Manager's Report. (1) Mr. Gilley advised the following day the city would be closing on the purchase of the four LCRA substations. (2) Mr. Cox asked if a city/School Workshop has been scheduled. Mr. Gilley advised Staff is working on a date, and it could possibly be scheduled the end of this month. (3) Mr. Cox asked if Mr. Selvera's problem has been resolved. Mr. Gilley advised some issues were still unresolved, and Mr. Selvera had agreed to file a plat with the Planning Commission and has not yet done so. Mr. Guerra introduced the City Attorney's Report. Mr. Taylor had no report at this meeting.