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138. Regular Meeting August 13, 2001 Page 7 Mayor Chiu introduced for consideration approval of an Ordinance on first reading, the caption which was read as follows: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN MARCOS, TEXAS, AMENDING CHAPTER 2 OF THE CITY CODE TO RETIRE THE HUMAN DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION, THE ELECTRIC UTILITY BOARD, AND THE BOND ADVISORY COMMITTEE; MAKING OTHER CONFORMING AMENDMENTS TO THE CITY CODE; AND INCLUDING PROCEDURAL PROVISIONS. Ms. Hughson moved for approval of the Ordinance on first reading and to amend the Ordinance to delete Sections 1 and 3 and Mr. Mihalkanin seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. Ms. Hughson stated she is okay with removing the Fair Housing duties from the duties of the Human Development Commission. Ms. Hughson stated it takes time for a group to work well together and thinks it would be okay if they do not meet every month if there is not a need to do so. Ms. Hughson expressed the need for the Human Development Commission to exist for the continuance of the Women's Hall of Fame and possibly the Youth Hall of Fame. Ms. Hughson wants the Bond Advisory Committee to continue and is happy for the Committee to keep an eye on the bond projects. Ms. Hughson inquired if Human Development Commission meets every month and if they can cancel a meeting if it is not needed. Ms. Coughlin advised they do not meet every month. The Council voted unanimously for approval of the Ordinance on first reading. Mayor Chiu introduced for consideration approval of an Ordinance on first reading, the caption which was read as follows: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN MARCOS, TEXAS, AMENDING CHAPTER 2 OF THE CITY CODE TO CONVERT THE CEMETERY COMMISSION, THE DRAINAGE ADVISORY BOARD AND THE SENIOR CITIZEN ADVISORY BOARD TO STAFF ADVISORY BOARDS, MAKING OTHER CONFORMING AMENDMENTS TO THE CITY CODE; AND INCLUDING PROCEDURAL PROVISIONS. Mr. Mayhew moved for approval of the Ordinance on first reading and Ms. Tatum seconded the motion. Mr. Mihalkanin asked what difference there would be from City Council Boards to Staff Boards. Mr. Gilley stated Staff would appoint and oversee the Boards. Ms. Hughson asked what ex- officious may be needed to serve on the Senior Citizen Advisory Board. Mr. Gilley will check and report back at the second reading of the ordinance. The Council then voted unanimously for approval of the Ordinance on first reading. Mayor Chiu introduced for consideration approval of an Ordinance on first reading, the caption which was read as follows: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN MARCOS, TEXAS, AMENDING THE 2000-2001 BUDGET TO PROVIDE FUNDING FOR THE HAYS COUNTY APPRAISAL DISTRICT; AND DECLARING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.