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Mr. Delay and Mr. Haws said that, since the Budget Committee recom- mended the two tax revenues, the confrontation would not occur. They feel that the budget will stand and pass on its own merits. e Mayor Keller will not support the alternatives offered by Mr. Delay. He feels that the Budget Committee should not begin with this decision from Council, that perhaos the matter should be surfaced there. He is not sure that the voters want property tax relief, and he expressed a concern for the small public turnout today. Ms. Miller and Mr. Delay feel that the motion is meant to separate the budget issue from the tax relief issue, that the Budget Committee's only concern should be with the budget itself, and that it also allows the community more options. Vote was taken on the motion, which carried, all Councilors present voting aye except Mr. Hamel, Ms. Smith, and Mr. Obie voting no. C. Community Cooperation With Interagency Rape Team--Mr. Lieuallen said that at least one community group has expressed a desire to assist victims of rape and assault and would like to improve the relations with the Interagency Rape Team. With Council's approval, the Police Department will offer assistance and support to the community groups. Ms. Miller encouraged the program. Ms. Smith requested that Council receive a report on the structure of the program and a follow-up report on its progress. D. Income Tax Rebate and Property Tax Bill--Mr. Lieuallen said that the -_ citizens need technical assistance to complete forms and to establish eligibility for income tax rebates. He will join with others and conduct a clinic in late July at senior citizen centers. There will be a planning session Monday, July 2, at 12:00 in the McNutt Room. E. Business Licenses--Ms. Miller suggested that, when an owner of a business is told by the City that he doesn't need a license, he should then be referred to the Planning Department for possible zoning problems, etc. F. Approval of Economic Development Committee Mr. Delay moved, seconded by Ms. Smith, to approve formation of the EDC Committee, as outlined in the information distributed by staff. Mr. Lieuallen questioned the definition of "small business," as referred to in the packet distributed. Manager said that a small business is classified as 25 employees or fewer. Roll call vote. Motion carried unanimously. 6/27/79--2 . 353