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Acct. 760 (Library Service) - Budget approved. Water Funds Budget Summary Staff noted this budget reflected 15% increase in wholesale water rates by the San Francisco Water Department effective June 1, 1970, and that revenues likewise reflected the 20.5% water rate increase to be recommended for approval by Council shortly to offset not only this particular increase but general increases in operating costs. Staff also questioned concerning any costs increases as to personnel additions or maintenance since acquiring of Friendly Acres Water System. Staff noted present personnel could handle meter reading and maintenance, but should major improvements be required it would be recommended that a district be formed either under Ordinance 1128, similar to the other GID improvement projects, or an assess- ment district rather than using any existing funds for improvements. Concern still expressed for improvements in this area which might be expected since purchase by the City and expectation of receiving better water service. After explanation of how charges are charged percentage -wise to other departments Staff questioned whether reviewed periodically in case adjustments needed. It was also requested a report on conditions of this system be furnished to Council. Council also questioned "Special Departmental Expense" under this budget and also report on "Water System Facility Improvements" and asked that a further report be made with more details of expenses involved. Sewer Fund Budget Summary Staff questioned whether any further funding might be needed in this account because of demands which might be made by Regional Water Quality Control Board, City Manager advising in his opinion and from information and discussions with the Board that he would hope matter would be resolved and additional funding that might be anticipated was not needed in this accounting. Acct. 650 (Sanitary Sewers - Public Works) - Approved. Acct. 651 (Sewage Treatment Plant) - Approved. Parking Fund Budget Summary - Approved. Auditor advised bond redemption costs down this year but would continue on an increased cost thereafter until fully redeemed in 1980. Mayor Bury cautioned this account should be watched for increased revenue sources. Marina Revenue Fund Budget Summary - Approved.