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406. Library — Account No. 760 (continued) In response to question, Mr. Fales commented on the lawsuit encountered by the City of Atlanta when they attempted to use Revenue Sharing funds to reduce the tax rate, noting that such use of the funds is not permitted. Mr. Fales also observed that use of the funds for capital expenditures is most desirable as ...P.r there is no assurance of the continuity of the funds, and it is not desirable to establish programs which may not be funded in the future. In response to question whether there is any possibility of a needed change in the entire tax structure, Council- man Henderson advised of the attempts of cities to obtain tax reform at state and federal levels, noting that much depends on action of Congress. MOTION: Councilman Williams moved, seconded by Council- ' man Leipzig, to approve Account No. 760 with the under- standing that any Revenue Sharing items will be reviewed during consideration of Revenue Sharing next week. Mr. Katshen (see above) questioned whether the Library is essential to the City. It was pointed out that a community decides such values through the people they have elected as representatives over the years, and City Librarian Vollmayer .noted that a library is usually con- sidered the center of the intellectual life of a city and its development depends on the needs of the particu- lar community. Imo The motion carried unanimously by voice vote. General Comments MOTION: Councilman Norris moved that information be provided at the next study session on Red Morton Commu- nity Park, the Civic Center development, and Middle- field Road plans. Mayor Weymouth advised that the motion is not necessary as City Manager Fales has advised he would provide the information. Mr. Fales invited Council members to call him or the City Controller with any questions they may have so that information may be provided at the next study session. Ron Soucy (see above) inquired about the "0" balance shown on page 93 for "Other City Funds" . City Controller Ference advised that a typographical error is involved, and the figure should be $74,000." Adjournment MOTION: Councilman Norris moved, seconded by Councilman Leipzig, that the meeting be adjourned until Monday, June 2, 1975 at 1:00 p.m. in the Community Activities Building when Council will meet in executive session to interview applicants for appointment to City boards and Commissions . -13- P Budget Study 5/31/75