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ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Councilman Evans read a letter dated June 17, 1971 from C.M. Harper, et al, expressing opposition to the bus line being purchased or subsidized by the City. Councilman Herrin's motion, seconded by Councilman Evans, to receive and file the letter, was unanimously carried. Councilman Villa suggested that the Utility User Tax should be reconsidered. He requested that the matter be referred to Staff to prepare for discussion at the Adjourned Regular Meeting to be held on June 28, 1971. Councilman Patterson asked the Staff to have available at the June 28th meeting, the latest possible information on the "Tippler's Tax" and the 5% sales tax on gasoline purchases. He also mentioned that the Federal Public Employment Act very likely will be approved soon. The Mayor announced that it has been suggested that the City Council meet in a joint dinner meeting with the Planning Commission at the Saddleback Inn on June 28th, at 5:30 P. M., for the purpose of studying the Rules of Procedure for Council and Commission meetings. Mr. Cliff Fraizer spoke concerning possible discrimination in allotting time to those wishing to speak before the Council. Councilman Villa's motion to adjourn, seconded by Councilman Patterson, was defeated on the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Villa, Patterson, Yamamoto Evans, Herrin, Griset, Markel None Mr. Fraizer continued to speak on the above matter, requesting that the subject be considered at the next Executive Session. ADJOURNMENT On motion of Councilman Patterson, seconded by Councilman t~Ierrin, and unanimously carried, the meeting was adjourned at 12:15 P.M., to Monday, June 28, 1971, at 5:30 P. M., in the Westwinds Room of the Saddleback Inn. Florence I. Malone Clerk of the Council CITY COUNCIL -219- June 21, 1971