10/19/1977 Meeting - Laserfiche WebLink

Home Browse Search

~ portions, but not be included in the initial funding of the spay- neuter clinic. When the clinic becomes self-sufficient, then e Springfield would have the option to participate financially. The decision to allow Springfield to participate on this basis was made because the Policy Board felt there were higher goals for a joint effort and consolidated program. The balance between cooperation between the three jurisdictions in lieu of financial participation by Springfield was felt to be a satisfactory trade- off. The agreement will come before Council October 26 for dis- cussion, and Mr. Bradley noted the POlicy Board decision does not bind the three jurisdictions in any way. Mr. Delay said he would like to have time to explore the policy questions to be addressed, noting Council was working its way into a funding version of cooperation. Assistant Manager noted there were many examples where Council has participated in such cooperative efforts in the past. J. Sale of Krugerran~-Mr. Bradley expressed concern about financial institutions selling or offering for sale this gold piece from South Africa. He felt it went against the human rights policies of the City and asked Council to go on record as opposing this sale. Mr. Bradley moved, seconded by Mr. Delay, that City Council go on record as opposing the sale. Mr. Obie said he would vote against the motion. He felt City e Council should not become a "little United Nations," but should focus its attention on City business. Ms. Smith noted opposition for an item coming before Council without prior materials. She also expressed concern regarding the length of today's agenda. Ms. Smith moved, seconded by Mr. Obie to table the motion. Motion carried, with Haws, Hamel, Williams, Smith, and Obie voting aye; Delay, Lieuallen, and Bradley voting no. Mr. Bradley then asked staff to research the matter and bring it back as a future agenda item. Mr. Williams said he felt the issue had been tabled for any future discussion. Mr. Bradley re- quested clarification. Assistant Manager said it would take a majority motion by Council to removed the item from the table. K. Tree Preservation Committee--Mr. Bradley expressed concern about the composition of the Committee, noting an over-emphasis in real estate interests and developers. He expressed concern regarding the danger of City Council losing its right to make appointments and allowing Mayor to make those appointments. . 10/19/77--4 1&8