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STAFF REPORTS: CITY MANAGER: <br />Y/ P, <br />1) Reviewed proposed Proposition #7, which would allow cities to use State <br />subventions for any purpose which they feel desirable at the local level in- <br />stead of only for State purposes (law enforcement and street purposes). <br />MOTION, SECONDED AND CARRIED: Councilman Benson moved, seconded by Helgesson <br />and carried unanimously, that the Council go on record as urging a "YES" <br />vote on Proposition #7. <br />2) Noted legislation will be introduced in 1969 which would authorize <br />General Law Cities to impose a 5% tax on utility bills. City Manager noted <br />that if the Town ever desired to impose this tax in the future, it would <br />generate approximately $60,000 revenue per year and that the Council would <br />be kept informed of developments in this area. <br />3) Reviewed recent participation by the Building Inspector, Clayton J. Smith, <br />in the confiscation of approximately 150 marijuana plants in the area of <br />Elena Road and the apprehension of the cultivator. <br />MOTION, SECONDED AND CARRIED: Councilman Benson moved, seconded by Davey and <br />carried unanimously, that the Council commend Clayton J. Smith for his service <br />to the Town above and beyond the call of duty. <br />4) Noted the National League of Cities Annual Conference will be held <br />December 7-11, 1968 in New Orleans, Louisiana. <br />Council concurred that Councilmen Benson, Davey and the City Manager should <br />4 review this matter and report back to the Council. <br />5) Requested permission to design certificate for retiring Councilmen and <br />Planning Commissioners. <br />Council concurred. <br />PRESENTATIONS FROM THE FLOOR: <br />4170 <br />1. Mrs. Elizabeth Ronsiek, 13023 Vista del Valle Court, noted the increased <br />spread of roadside litter, particularly along Robleda Road. <br />Council requested City Manager to alert the Sheriff's Office to this problem. <br />2. Mr. Frank N. Shriver, 12451 Stonebrook Drive, presented photograph of <br />litter at the corner of Stonebrook and E1 Monte. <br />Council directed Staff to contact Foothill College for their assistance and <br />to install anti -litter signs in this area, said signs to include the amount <br />of fine for litter (maximum $500.00 fine). <br />3. Mrs. D. Miller, 13076 Vista del Valle Court, questioned the allowance <br />of overhead utility lines in regard to the construction of new homes. <br />Council requested Staff to review this matter with Mrs. Miller. <br />-3- <br />