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50 . Regular Meeting May 18, 1998 Page 4 Adoption of Resolutions: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN MARCOS, TEXAS, APPROVING THE LEASE OF AN EXISTING BUILDING AT THE SAN MARCOS MUNICIPAL AIRPORT TO GRYPHON AVIATION, INC.; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO SIGN THE LEASE; AND DECLARING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN MARCOS, TEXAS, RESCINDING APPROVAL FOR A LEASE OF LAND AT THE SAN MARCOS AIRPORT BETWEEN HEARN AND ASSOCIATES, L.L.C. AND THE CITY; APPROVING THE LEASE OF AN EXISTING METAL BUILDING AT THE SAN MARCOS MUNICIPAL AIRPORT TO HEARN AVIATION, L.L.C.; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO SIGN THE LEASE; AND DECLARING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Mayor Moore introduced for consideration Item 7.B.(1), adoption of an Ordinance on third and final reading, removed from the consent agenda, the caption which was read as follows: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN MARCOS, TEXAS, PROVIDING FOR AN EXEMPTION TO TIMED PARKING RESTRICTIONS FOR HOTEL GUESTS BY AMENDING ARTICLE 7 TO CHAPTER 82, TRAFFIC AND VEHICLES, OF THE SAN MARCOS CITY CODE; INCLUDING PROCEDURAL PROVISIONS; AND PROVIDING FOR PENALTIES. Ms. Hughson moved for adoption of the Ordinance on third and final reading and Mr. Mihalkanin seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. Mayor Moore introduced for consideration Item 7.C.(3), adoption of a Resolution, removed from the consent agenda, the caption which was read as follows: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN MARCOS, TEXAS, APPROVING THE SUBMISSION OF A GRANT APPLICATION TO THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE, OFFICE OF COMMUNITY ORIENTED POLICING SERVICES UNDER THE "COPS" UNIVERSAL HIRING PROGRAM TO HIRE FOUR FULL-TIME POLICE OFFICERS FOR THE POLICE DEPARTMENT; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ACT IN ALL MATTERS REGARDING THIS GRANT APPLICATION AND DECLARING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Ms. Hughson moved for adoption of the Resolution and Mr. Cox seconded the motion. Mr. Gilley explained the funding for this program would be put in place over a three year period if granted and would begin with the 1998-99 fiscal year. The Council then voted unanimously for adoption of the Resolution. Mayor Moore introduced a discussion regarding the tax suit status on Schulle Canyon and direction to staff. Ms. Hughson stated she had a conflict of interest because she owns adjoining property and would be abstaining from the discussion. Mr. Gutierrez introduced Dwayne Force, Attorney, for status report. Mr. Force stated he was unaware this property was a sensitive issue and has delayed trial on this case because someone has a current interest in purchasing the property. He explained they received this case in August 1996 from the previous firm which had the case since February 1996. He stated when the case was received a spouse needed to be added and since that time it has been delayed. Mr. Hart stated the suit filed for delinquent taxes was in 1989 and expressed concern regarding the ten year delay. Mr. Force reiterated he was unaware this property was a sensitive issue and when he received information the property was to be sold he delayed moving forward with the judgment. Mr. Mihalkanin stated he was disturbed with the length of time in handling the case and would like more dialogue over properties they are handling. Mr. Gilley stated several issues raised are very important and should be addressed in a proper forum. Mr. Mihalkanin asked what actions the Council can take to acquire this land. Mr. Patterson stated there is a pending application scheduled to go before the Planning and Zoning