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- people will turn out for any election, especially with the possi- bility of litigation over this particular issue. He felt that the Council should put it on the ballot at the next election after the 90-day period had expired, taking the lowest cost approach for the city. Mr. Williams noted that Mr. Delay could take the position that all elections are equal, but he felt it was an inadequate position. Mr. abie said that otherwise the city would face the possibility of another election following this one with people who are not satisfied with the results. He said the greater number of people voting would increase the likelihood that the city would not have to face another vote on this issue. Mr. Delay reiterated that the people had done everything that was required for them to get the issue on another ballot, and with the possibility of litigation, he felt the city should not take those kinds of chances. Mr. Long said the Attorney's office would be most comfortable if the City Council would select a date that is not past the next general election. He again reiterated the uncertainty of taking no action could lead to the city being governed by state statutes which are very unclear, and could result in legal problems. A vote was taken on the motion which failed, with Haws, Williams, abie, and Smith voting aye; and Hamel, Delay, Bradley, and Lieuallen voting no. - Mr. Long noted that in order to act within the 30-day time period, Council should designate a date for the election to be held, but not later than May, 1978, so that action could be taken April 11, and in the event a unanimous vote was not received, final reading could be held April 2S to stay within the 30-day time frame. Mr. Hamel moved, seconded by Mr. Delay, that the election,on the fluoridation issue be set for June 28, 1977. Mr. Lieuallen moved, seconded by Mr. Delay, to amend the motion to state that the fluoridation issue would be placed on the first election after June 28, and no later than May, 1978. Vote was taken on the amendment to the motion, which carried, with Smith, Ramel, Bradley, Lieuallen, and Delay voting aye; abie, Williams, and Raws voting no. Vote was taken on the main motion which passed, with Smith. Hamel. Lieuallen, Bradley, and Delay voting ayc; Obie, Williams, ;Ind II:IWS voli ng no. Mr. Williams raised the question if an on the ordinance and a two-thirds vote what would happen. Hr. Long responded the six votes would be there. emergency clause were placed was not received by Council, he would just hope that 4t 4/11/77 - 17 21fo