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• 19. Remove from table and consider adoption of Resolution 2008-160R approving an agreement for the sale of treated water to the City of Kyle, Texas; authorizing the City Manager to execute this agreement on behalf of the Citv and declaring an effective date. MOTION: Upon a motion made by Councilmember Jones and a second by Councilmember Couch, the City Council voted six (6) for and none (0) opposed, to remove from the table and approve Resolution 2008-160R, as previously captioned. The motion carried unanimously. 20. Discussion and update regarding the revised Animal Ordinance and provide direction to staff. Mark Brinkley, Health/Animal Services, presented an update regarding the Animal Ordinance and the public education program. Jeff Jorgenson, City Veterinarian, explained that the microchip seems to affect some cats that may come from certain genetic lines. The risk versus the benefits is negligible, less than 1% in documented case, and there is just not the documentation to support the fact the microchip may cause cancer. He believes this is promoting personal responsibility for pet ownership. Staff was directed to provide Council with a report after each education session. 21. Discussion regarding the FY 2009 financial forecast for the City of San Marcos. • Steve Parker, Finance Director, reported on the Fiscal Year 2009 financial forecast for the City of San Marcos. He noted that the City of San Marcos had a very strong financial finish to the Fiscal Year ending September 30, 2008. The FY 2008-09 General Fund Budget is still ahead of the forecast by $180,000. 22. Presentation and discussion on the progress and achievements of the San Marcos Consolidated Independent School District. Mayor Narvaiz honored the San Marcos C.I.S.D. School Board proclaiming January as "School Board Appreciation Month". Dr. Shafer, Superintendent, presented TAKS and AEIS data information to the Council and reported on district achievements. 23. Discussion on Proposition No. 5, amending Section 3.04 of the City Charter to provide that City Council compensation shall be set in a public forum by ordinance of the City Council, as approved by the voters on November 5, 2008, and provide direction to staff. Mayor Narvaiz reported for Councilmember Thomaides in his absence that he would be in favor of a citizen-based committee to research this issue. . Councilmember Jones stated he would use his compensation for researching the issues so that he could do a better job.