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the city a little more. They are looking into an ad campaign geared to inform people how to be responsible citizens. They will also follow Mr. Guerrero's idea to go out to the different neighborhoods and see where problems are and what is happening. It will provide a friendly presence and a reminder. Pam Couch reported she had attended Miller Jr. High for Eating Disorder Week and viewed a slide slow on awareness. It was noted that 82% of 10 year olds are worried about being fat. This is a problem that hits men and women, boys and girls. She was sad to say she was the only one in attendance. She strongly recommended that parents attend if this is offered again. She also got to read to some 2 and 3 year olds at the Early Childhood Development Center. She also attended the ribbon cutting of new Good Will store with the Mayor on Saturday. She closed her report with a reminder to everyone to vote. Gaylord Bose reported this was the first time in his life he had to stand in line to vote on Friday. 900 voters showed up on Friday, 700 on Thursday. He reminded everyone that tomorrow is Election Day and to get out and do their civic duty. He expressed sorrow on the passing of Johnnie Armstead and said she was a real ambassador for the city. He noted she had represented the City Council on several occasions, and we will miss a great citizen. Daniel Guerrero also gave condolences to the family of Johnnie Armstead and said she was a wonderful woman who had San Marcos in middle of her heart. She left a legacy here and will not be forgotten. Mr. Guerrero also expressed condolences to the family of David Leij a and MESA. He said it was so sad to see a young leader leave our community so tragically. He reported that the science extravaganza has been rescheduled to March 29. Mr. Guerrero thanked all the citizens and city employees who were part of the planning process for the visit by Senator Barak Obama. John Thomaides also gave condolences to the Armstead family. He noted that Johnnie was a special person in San Marcos, and he often got phone calls from her and first two words were "how come" leading into long conversations on how San Marcos does things. He said she taught him many history lessons of San Marcos. She was also a great advisor to those on council and really cared about the people in the community. He was also shocked to hear of Mr. Leij a and his tragic auto accident in west Texas. He reported that next week he, along with the Mayor, Ms. Couch and Mr. Jones, will be traveling to Washington D.C. to lobby for federal funds. He is going up a day early and will be attending the leadership training institute. The last class is on Sunday, and he will be receiving his diploma. He is proud of that and thanked the citizens for sending him. Susan Narvaiz, stated everyone has special memories of Johnnie Armstead. She was happy to report that the county was given the opportunity to keep $13 3 million for roads, and we can continue to move forward without losing those dollars. She also participated in two Eagle Scout ceremonies and has invited them to attend a council meeting to do flag ceremony and share their Eagle project with us. She also visited the provost and saw 98 best practices of university communities and how to deal with challenges. She met PDFConvert.2583.1.RM0303008 Minutes.doc Page 3 of 8