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U-HAUL TRAILERS Mr. Russell Maxwell, 860 S. Placentia Avenue, Placentia, of the U-Haul Trailer Company, stated that recently a U-Haul operation on Edinger near the Preeway was notified that they were illegally operating trailer rentals in that area; that this is an M 1 zone. In response to questions from the Mayor, the Planning Director stated that trailer rentals are allowed in the C 1 or C 2 zone, but the M 1 zone requires a conditional use permit; the City Manager stated that the M zone is for manufacturing, with certain auxiliary services allowed. The Mayor stated that if trailers are allowed in a service station, it should apply equally to a C zone, as well as an M zone. The Planning Director stated it should be noted that a service station is not a permitted use in an M 1 zone. The Mayor instructed Mr. Maxwell to £ile a Conditional Use Permit application and follow the normal procedures. COUNCIL PROCEDURES Councilman Herrin stated that in the seven years he has served on the Council, there has been very good rapport; that conduct of the meetings has not adhered strictly to Robert's Rules of Order, but that the Chairman has always been allowed to use good judgment in appropriate procedures. He requested Council opinion as to whether they wish to abide more strictly by Robert's Rules of Order, or to continue in the more informal atmosphere that has prevailed. The Mayor stated that if there is a better procedure for the Council meeting, he appreciates direction, however, he believes the Chair~nan should have flexibility in directing the meeting and that this would not conflict with Robert's Rules of Order. Councilman Villa stated that recently a committee composed of a Planning Commissioner, a Councilman, the Planning Director, the City Attorney, and Clerk of the Council as: an ex-officio member studied the procedures and presented the rules that the Planning Commission and Council operate under at the present time; that he believes the Council should follow the approved rules; that this would help to eliminate the confusion that exists at times; that the Council is a public body, responsible to the citizens; that the meetings could be expedited if rules are observed. Councilman Patterson stated he believed there must be a happy medium somewhere; that Robert's Rules of Order should not be followed simply to be following them; and that the rules for any meeting are that order is preserved, that it does not bog down, and that everyone receives fair treatment. He stated he believes what is needed more than anything else is to show respect for one another so the meeting can run efficiently. He suggested that each Councilman consider the matter and make suggestions for smoother, more efficient meetings, and that perhaps a study session could be held to compare ideas. Councilman Evans concurred, stating that there must be rules to adhere to, and the matter should be followed up. The Mayor stated that he likes the outcome of the study committee to improve the procedures and that he believes Council has adopted most of them; that perhaps they could be improved or revisions could be made if indicated. CITY COUNCIL -138- April~3, 1972