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CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - July 7, 1982 C. SPECIAL REPORTS (continued): 3. Reports from the Planning CMUission: Commissioner Carico noted that the last Planning Commission meeting had been cancelled; however, the Variance and Permit Coimission had met to consider the Lands of Dannenberg and this matter had been referred to the Council for their consideration. Presentations from the Floor: Irma Goldsmith, President, Historical Society, thanked everyone for their loyal support and for their contributions of time and effort for the picnic held at the Matadero Creek Subdivision on June 19, 1982. Mrs. Goldsmith distributed a book which she had prepared regarding the day's events. Frank Saul, 27977 Via Ventana, expressed concern about a recent article he read which stated the Town was considering the possibility of changing the Town's administration and not hiring a City Manager. In Mr. Saul -Is opinion this would be a mistake - an experienced executive was needed particularly in the area of finances. D. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT: The Acting City Manager reported on the steps that had been taken for providing for terporary financing. He further noted that the possibility of refinancing the Matadero Creek Subdivision was still in a preliminary stage; however, he would 4W advise Council of the progress. MOTION SECONDED AMID CARRIED: Moved by Allison, seconded by Hillestad and passed unanimously by all members present to adopt Resolution #1456 providing for the borrowing of funds for fiscal year 1982-83 and the issuance of 1982 tax and revenue anticipation note therefor. E. CITY A'TTORNEY'S REPORT: 1. Property at 25691 Chapin Road The City Attorney sum arized a report dated 7/1/82 which had been prepared by the Assistant City Attorney. In this report it was noted that according to several agencies there were violations at the Chapin Road address; however, to date,no one had assumed the responsibility for correcting then. If the Town decided to attempt to solve the problems, authorization would be needed to begin certain legal actions. If the Town decided not to begin these legal steps, the matter would be left up to the neighbors of the property who had previously cauplained of the conditions. Council discussed the pros and cons of getting directly involved in this problem , including the prospect of having the neighbors who were affected pursue legal actions on their awn. Proft particularly expressed concern over the possibility of a court case (time consuming and costly) . Louise Dronkert, 27431 Slack Mountain Road, agreed with Proft and questioned the possible role and responsiblity of the Fire District in a problem such as this. -4-