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Public hearing was closed, there being no further t~stimony e presented. Sherm Flogstad, Finance Director, stated the Montgomery Ward parking parcel had been exempt until recently. The suit in 1969 was filed and at that time an assessment was made by Council. Through the process, it was determined property was exempt. He suggested Council set aside the hearing on this assessment to another meeting to allow staff to assess the matter further. Mr. Haws moved, seconded by Mr. Hamel, to table the assessment item to the November 28 meeting. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Williams asked who was the responsible officer for compliance with Fire Marshal's Code in regard to the number of persons present in the building. Manager replied he was responsible, but that a substantial number of persons would have to be asked to leave if the building were to be in compliance. Mayor Keller suggested there was a safety problem involved and requested that persons please step outside and clear the aisles to comply with the Fire Marshal's Code. Mr. Obie moved, seconded by Mr. Williams, to change the Human Rights ordinance discussion to another night at another site. Mr. Williams said there was tremendous concern in the community for this issue and he would support having the item discussed at another place at another time. He also noted it was not possible to fairly permit all present at the - hearing to participate and testify. Mr. Haws said it should have been known in advance that there was going to be great interest shown in this item. Si nce the public hearing had been scheduled for two months, he saw no reason to delay the di scussi on. He requested that persons present clear the aisles and comply with the Fire Code law, and he was willing to go ahead with the discussion this even- ing. Mr. Lieuallen felt it also would be a mistake to put off the hearing. Mr. Hamel and Ms. Smith concurred the hearing should be held this evening. Mr. Delay felt the Council had some obligation to the public as the hearing had been advertised for two months and people had organized for discussion tonight. He requested the cooperation of the persons present to keep the aisles clear so that Council could proceed. Meeting was delayed for approximately 30 minutes due to a blown fuse and attempts by Ray Hicks, Jr., Fire Department Representative, to clear the building. Vote was taken on the motion which failed with Bradley, Williams, and Obie voting aye; Haws, Hamel, Delay, Lieuallen, and Smith voting no. C. Amendment to Human Rights Ordinance re: Sexual orientation I-A-3 Manager said the amendment had been brought to Council by the request thru of the public through a Councilor. The actual proposed amendment III-B-3 relates to the Human Rights Ordinance. He explained the general content of the amendment regarding sexual orientation and its e 10/24/77--3 7Cf5