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City Council Meeting Minutes January 5, 2021 <br />2. <br />Council Member Gonzales asked what determines the membership cost for <br />businesses. Mr. Mock stated the Chambers across the country have a fair share <br />model based on the number of employees and how much they pay. The <br />Chamber uses a two tier model that begins at $300 which gives access to <br />everything and the difference is that upper level memberships get more <br />sponsorship credits at various events. The membership also provides brand <br />awareness on website and magazines. <br />Council Member Garza thinks there is a disconnect with minority owned <br />businesses and the Chamber and wants to make sure this is on their radar. She <br />does feel the Chamber provides a valuable service to the community, but she <br />wants to make sure they are aware of this disconnect. Mr. Mock stated he <br />would like to bridge this gap and make sure they are making connections with <br />all businesses. They are always looking at new ways to get information out. <br />Mayor Hughson spoke of her long term Membership in the Chamber. Mayor <br />Hughson reminded the Council that COVID information was provided for <br />businesses who are members and also those who are not currently members of <br />the Chamber. She is happy to see expansion of the Governmental Affairs <br />Advisory Committee. She stated that Chambers support businesses by <br />providing workshops and networking opportunities. Mayor Hughson joined <br />because she was employed by the government and wanted to learn more about <br />our local businesses. She expressed her appreciation to the Chamber and <br />thanked them for what they do and looks forward to future opportunities and <br />the outreach that will occur. <br />Receive a Staff presentation regarding proposed amendments to Chapter 22 - <br />Cemeteries of the San Marcos City Code by among other things eliminating the <br />issuance of a recorded deed, removing the reference of a specific city department <br />responsible for cemetery matters, and clarifying the payment plan term; and provide <br />direction to Staff. <br />Bert Lumbreras, City Manager provided a brief introduction regarding <br />proposed amendments to the City's cemeteries ordinance and an update on <br />cemetery fees. The proposed amendments will clear up some confusion <br />regarding the department responsible for cemetery sales and operations, <br />designation of cemetery lots, and the repayment time period for those who <br />wish to pay over time. The amendments and fee schedule were recommended <br />by the Cemetery Commission last November. <br />Jamie Lee Case, Assistant Director of Parks and Recreation, provided a <br />presentation outlining proposed amendments to Ch. 22 — Cemeteries of the <br />City of San Marcos Page 5 <br />