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49 Regular Meeting May 29, 1990 Page 6 Mayor Morris introduced a discussion regarding the bond proposal, possible election dates, proposed ballot wording and direction to Staff. The City's Bond Counsel, Rick Fisher, discussed with Council wording for the ballot and the need to separate and group certain portions of the bond proposal. The Council directed Mr. Fisher to work with Staff to prepare wording for the Council's approval. Joe Cox, Chair of the Bond Committee, stated the Bond Committee wanted there to be ballot choices and for the proposals not be be submitted in large blocks. It was consensus of Council to hold the Bond Election September 8, 1990. Bill Liddle stated he wants the Election to be held on a uniform election date so that the removal of the parkland restriction for the proposed site for the library can be included on the ballot. Mr. Guerra stated funding for the library should be the top priority, and once funding is in place, location can be considered. It was consensus of Council not to place on the ballot removal the parkland restriction for the proposed site of the library prior to the successful passage of a library bond election. Mayor Morris stated the parkland across from St. John's Catholic Church is a proposed site for the library, and that no determination has been made by any City Council as to the location of a new library. Mayor Morris introduced the City Manager's Report. Mr. Gilley thanked the City Council and Staff for their participation in the Special Olympics. Mayor Morris introduced the City Attorney's Report. Mr. Taylor did not have a report at this meeting. Mayor Morris introduced the City Cquncil's Report. Mr. Moore stated LCRA has scheduled an Environmental Workshop on June 19 in Austin, which he feels will be worthwhile to attend. Mayor Morris introduced Item 7 on the Agenda, receiving a status report from John Diaz, Chairperson of the Convention Center Task Force. Mr. Diaz was unable to be at the meeting, so in his absence Jane Hughson advised the Council the task force has received surveys from citizens, local and out-of-town businesses and is assessing the need for meeting accommodations, funding of a convention center, maintenance and operation. She stated the task force was not clear what staff member assists them, and Mr. Gilley advised the Director of Finance does, and he will assist them in calling their next meeting. Mayor Morris introduced for consideration an Executive Session pursuant to Article 6252-17, Section 2(e), V.A.C.S., to discuss pending litigation (GBRA vs. City of Lytle), 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 and value of real property, respectively. Mr. Plummer moved to adjourn into Executive Session at 9:41 p.m. and Mr. Guerra seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. Mr. Hernandez moved the Council reconvene at 10:24 p.m. and Ms. Kissler seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 10:25 p.m. on motion made by Mr. Guerra and seconded by Ms. Kissler. I/~ l) A f\A t t/l .V lit [ I yL/)1M<J Katfiy M Mbrris 1\; Ml2'°r /- Ij.O\)~.~ .Iv~f d.~..F/..) ~ ¡/V j ¡;;V 1.-- ) Billy G. Moore Rick Hernandez (/, Mayor Pro-Tern Council Member