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. Mr. Obie stated that the council cannot rely on MSI figures; figures must come from either Touche Ross or the Finance Department. Ms. Smith moved, seconded by Mr. Lieuallen, to delay action on this item. Mayor Keller asked when the figures could be obtained. Mr. Henry responded that this could be put on an agenda in about two weeks. He asked if the comparative figures for other cities were one-way or round trip. Mr. Jarvill responded that to his understanding, they are o~e-way. He stated that in two weeks, they would be out of the Mobilchairbusiness. In order for them to reopen the Mobilcha;r division after that, they would have to obtain permission from Federal court and the creditors. committee. Mayor Keller noted that this item could come back in one week from today if it is as critical as they have said. Ms. Miller wondered if MSI had taken into account decreased ridership with the increased rates. It is not clear how many riders they will have or why they think they will have more in the future. She does not know whether it is the patient or an insurance company that pays the fees for Mobilchair, but does not feel that people will pay $50 per trip. The figures are not reliable enough to proceed on. Mr. Obie stated that bringing this item back in one week with the necessary information would be nearly impossible but it would be the best solution; e but if they wait for 30 days, the Mobilchair division will be out of business. They could approve the rates for 60 days. Ms. Smith suggested adding a time frame of one week to the motion. Ms. Schue expressed concern for those who might be left without transpor- tation. She agreed with Mr. Obie.s suggestion to wait until information is available before a decision is made. Mr. Hamel suggested deregulating rates for 60 to 90 days and see if MSI is still in business at the end of that time. Ms. Smith withdrew her previous motion with consent of Mr. Lieuallen. Ms. Smith moved, seconded by Mr. Lieuallen, that the City deregulate Mobilchair rates for 60 days. Mr. Jarvill noted that having a decision within 30 days would be important to them in order to do their planning. I Ms. Miller asked if the rates would go back to the present rates at the end of that time. She asked what the rationale is. Mr. Obie stated that he would hope that staff would have additional information by then. Roll call vote; motion carried 5:1, with Mr. Lieuallen voting no. e The meeting was adjourned to September 17, 1980. R~Ubmitted, Charles T. Henr~~ City Manager (Recorded by Lynda Nelson) LN:al/CM8al 9/10/80--11