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12. Regular Meeting September 6, 2005 Page 12 Mayor Narvaiz introduced for consideration approval of an Ordinance on I first reading, the caption which was read as follows: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN MARCOS, TEXAS, AMENDING DIVISION 3 OF ARTICLE 3 OF CHAPTER 2 OF THE CITY CODE TO CHANGE THE NAME OF THE "MINORITY ECONOMIC AND TOURISM DEVELOPMENT BOARD" TO THE "MINORITY TOURISM DEVELOPMENT BOARD"; AMENDING THE COMPOSITION OF THIS BOARD; AND INCLUDING PROCEDURAL PROVISIONS. Mr. Thomaides moved for approval of the Ordinance on first reading, and Mr. Guerrero seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. Mayor Narvaiz introduced a discussion regarding utility box screening as required by the Land Development Code. Mr. O'Leary stated Staff met with representatives from Time Warner and Grande Communication to discuss the screening requirements in the Land Development Code. He stated the two approaches for two circumstances provided in the Council packets were discussed. Mr. Taylor stated if no other City has screening requirements, then he is not interested in pressuring. Mr. Thomaides inquired if a homeowner wants to plant vegetation and take care of the vegetation, would that be permitted. Mr. O'Leary stated he feels this can be worked out. The Council agreed by consensus to send the utility box screening I requirement of the Land Development Code back to the Planning and Zoning Commission for review. Mayor Narvaiz introduced a discussion regarding City Council direction on future agenda items. 1) Mr. Mihalkanin stated due to the Christmas Holidays, he would like the Council to consider changing the 2nd Regular Meeting in December. Mayor Narvaiz introduced continuing Executive Session pursuant to the Government Code, Section 551.071, to seek the City Attorney's advice regarding pending litigation, contemplated litigation, a settlement offer, or a matter involving attorney-client privilege (SMCISD construction waivers); and Sections 551.072 and 551.073, to discuss the purchase of real property (Bastrop Highway area; Hopkins Street area). The Council adjourned into Executive Session at 10:25 p.m. Mayor Narvaiz announced the Council would reconvene at 10:50 p.m. Mayor Narvaiz introduced for consideration adoption or direction to Staff on matters discussed in Executive Session. Mr. O'Leary stated Council provided direction regarding the purchase of property on Bastrop Highwal area. He stated Council also provided direction regarding the purchase 0 easement property of Hopkins. Mr. O'Leary stated Council provide direction on the relationship with the School Board on development issues.