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Susan Gorospe, Senior Management Analyst provided Memorandum from Special Counsel, Thomas Clark Jr. stating funds are frozen. `Redevelopment Dissolution Act does not currently provide authorization to expend bond proceeds in any manner other than to defease the bonds or purchase the outstanding bond on the open market for cancellation.' (Agenda item 9). Francisco Gutierrez added that financial advisors say defease is very expensive and not recommended. Michele Martinez would like more flexibility in fines and parking penalties. David Cavazos says lowering fine amount might be best approach. Will get recommendations and options. 10. I.T. Assessment {Strategic Plan No. 6, 1 i) — (CMO) Robert Cortez, Special Assistant to the City Manager, provided update: Phase I complete and 23 of 27 workshops done. Council to be included in workshop scheduled for end of March. Phase III is scheduled for May. 11. Wi -Fi Update {Strategic Plan No. 6, 1 i) — (FMSA) Francisco Gutierrez provided update: Phase I finishing up, Wi -Fi equipment installed at 24 sites. Broadband waiting on Time Warner installation of fiber optic. Phase II to include Police Admin with contract going to council in April. All should be active by the end of 2015. Committee Chair Martinez would like equipment selection to be in sync. Mayor and Council to review for additional sites if they want Senior Center or parks. Make sure we continue to be transparent and open. 13. Update on City Council Policy for Community Events {Strategic Plan No. 21 — (PRCSA) Gerardo Mouet, Executive Director, provided listing of 2015 City Events, budget, policy description and co- sponsorship application that requires his approval. Committee Chair Martinez: this is a good example of process that could be used by City Council who supports sponsorships and neighborhood association community participation. Council members would like to see some flexibility for options and possible waivers of permit fees. David Cavazos added that there are funds in council budget for flexibility. 12. Potential Bond or Tax Measure for Infrastructure and Transportation (Strategic Plan No. 4) — (CMO) City Manager provided memorandum from City Attorney regarding municipal revenue sources and information on potential bond election schedule. Various options will need to be reviewed and decisions made on how much and other factors; 2016 election is the goal. Councilmembers would like more information provided for voters to be supportive. March 9, 2015 1 Finance, Economic Development, & Technology Minutes 13A -6