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City includes 59 signatures of property owners requesting disestablishment; and requested a re-vote on PBID. Proposed that an advisory election be placed for a vote and if approved a redo of PBID be done. Councilmember Martinez questioned liabilities to the City, direct cost of conducting an advisory vote, and whether the City has the ability to conduct such an election. Mayor Pro Tem Alvarez requested a legal opinion on ability to consider said matter. Mayor Pro Tem Alvarez requested Agenda Item be brought back to the next City Council meeting. COMMENTS 90A 90B CITY MANAGER'S COMMENTS - Nothing to report. CITY COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS Councilmember Martinez- • Attended recent event for Gregorio Luque; impressed with presentation; • Commented on general consensus needed by a majority of the City Council to move items forward, and • Appreciate employees and their dedication, especially with City budget situation; thanked unions for coming to the table; asked that executives lead by example when it comes to raises. Councilmember Bustamante: • Clarified executive's salary forfeits over the years; and • Wished all a safe and Happy Halloween. Councilmember Benavides: • Commented on various ways the City has taken to resolve budget situation; encouraged all to stay engaged; thanked employees for concessions made to date; • Held Art Walk over the weekend that was a great success; and • Congratulated Latino Health Access on Grand Opening for new location on Ross and 4t" Street and invited all to attend on Thursday, October 6tn Councilmember Tinajero: • Congratulated Ronny Rios, and to Luis Ramos for 20t" undefeated boxing championship; and • Congratulated the Little Leagues that are holding votes to make the college teams and for their efforts in promoting education. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES 17 OCTOBER 3, 2011