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148 Regular Meeting April 23, 1990 Page 8 recommends the plastic bin system at every household with once a week pickup and BFI separating the recyclable items at the curb. There would need to be public education for such a system with lectures and brochures. BFI proposes to give back to the City what is made on the recyclable goods (40 tons per month) to offset the cost. It was estimated to cost an additional $2.00 per month per household. Mr. Moore asked Mr. Nees if this could interface with someone locally recycling, and Mr. Nees said that was possible. The Council requested firm numbers be provided. Mayor Morris introduced a discussion of water conservation revisions and direction to Staff. Mr. Taylor reviewed his memorandum which was included in the Council's packet dated April 18, 1990. The Council indicated they want to stay with J17 (the more stringent standard). The City of San Marcos will be taking a lead in this matter. Mr. Taylor advised it will be at least another month before the proposed Ordinance will come before the Council. Mayor Morris introduced a discussion by Nina Wright, representing Drug Free San Marocs, requesting a letter of commitment from the City of San Mrcos to continue representation on the Drug Free San Marcos Steering Committee and continuing to participate as a Drug Free San Marcos Workplace as support for their application for a $1.4 million grant submission to the Office of Substance Abuse Prevention, and direction to Staff. Ms. Wright requested the assistance of the City as set out herein, and Council directed the City Manager prepare the letter of support of this grant. Mayor Morris introduced the City Manager's Report. Mr. Gilley advised the Council the Director's Retreat had been held on April 20 and 21 and goals and objectives for the City had been reviewed. A mission for the City government was formulated and key indicators were identified as target areas to work on in the near future. The results will be provided to the Council shortly. The meeting provided progress in the area of solidifying the team approach with staff members, and all Directors had contributed to the direction of the City. Mayor Morris introduced the City Attorney's Report. (1) Mr. Taylor advised the Council that all campaign signs from the Krueger campaign had now been taken down. (2) Mr. Taylor stated the City has received the preliminary draft report of the Attorney Generalis Office regarding Springlake. He advised the City has always recognized by Ordinance that Springlake is public waters. There are property owners surrounding the lake, which denies access to the waters. He will be working towards future meetings with the Attorney General's Office, Aquarena and SWT in regard to this matter. Mayor Morris introduced for consideration an Executive Session pursuant to Article 6252-17, Sections 2 (e), (f) and (g), V.A.C.S., to discuss pending litigation (GRBA vs. City of Lytle, Et AI), contemplated litigation, and matters where the duty of the City Attorney to the City pursuant to the Code of Professional Responsibility of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with Article 6252-17; purchase of real property; and duties of a public officer or employee, respectively. Ms. Kissler moved to adjourn into Executive Session at 10:25 p.m. and Mr. Plummer seconded the motion, which passed unanimously (Mr. Guerra present at 10:15 p.m.). Mr. Moore moved the Council reconvene at 11:06 p.m. and Mr. Hart seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 11:20 p.m. on motion made by Mr. Moore and seconded by Mr. Hernandez.