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e Mr. Obie asked how long the Homebuilders Association had had to review this matter and Mr. McAlexander responded they had had approximately ten days from the time they received the letter. Mr. Obie then asked how long it would take for them to properly analyze the matter and Mr. McAlexander responded that it would take 30 to 45 days. Ms. Schue stated that it seemed to her that the fees were small increases and were intended to raise the City to the level that the State had adopted. She further stated that the systems development charge was not the matter for discussion at this meeting. Mr Delay asked if the proposed permit fee increases would actually cover the cost of the department's operation or if it would still be subsidized at least in part by taxes. Larry Reed responded that still about 30 percent of their operation would continue to be funded by general funds. Mr. Delay agreed that the systems development charge is not related to this matter. It becomes a question of whether everyone in the city pays for construction or whether the user pays. The funds will either come from increased taxes or from the increased permit fees. e Ms. Smith suggested that this matter be delayed for one week. She stated she felt the fees should be charged to pay for the services. Mr. Haws stated that this is one way that the city can make up part of the deficit which comes, in part, from subsidizing new construction. He felt the fees should cover 100 percent of that operation. He also stated if people want something, especially if they are making a profit, they should pay for it. He also stated he would not be willing to delay this matter longer than one week. He also suggested that the fees should be raised to be made current with other jurisdictions. Mr. Obie agreed with Mr. Haws and felt that the Homebuilders Association should be allowed to have time to prepare an adequate argument. He then asked if the matter were held over until March 10, if it could be imple- mented on March 15. Mr. Reed stated that March 5 would be better since new forms will have to be printed. Mayor Keller responded that this could be done. Mr. Obie moved, seconded by Ms. Smith, to delay action on this matter until March 5. Roll call vote; motion carried unanimously. IV. STATUS OF CETA CONSORTIUM DISCUSSIONS--STAFF PRESENTATION (Memo distributed) Mr. Henry stated that since the agenda was prepared, the City has been given approximately one more month to deal with this matter. He stated this is a very complicated situation and the hope is to resolve something with the County within the next week or two. Mr. Delay asked if there would be a formal presentation and Mr. Henry responded that Gary Long, Personnel Department, would make a statement. e 2/27/80--9