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. � � �1'l� conventional lamps, the cost for the changeover is too greaz, tne intention to replace old streetlights with those using sodium, the fact that the C�ty is already realizing a saving of about RO% on lighting costs by using meters instead of a flat rate from � Pacific Gas & Electric Co, and the problems which may be encountered if street lighting �s reduced MOTION. Councilman Diagi moved, seconded by Councilman Rhodes�to M restore to the Budget $67,200 in order to retain the present full � Street Lighting Program. The motion carrYed unanimously by voice vote. i Discussion followed concerning utility rates and the large reduction in proper•ty taxes which PG&E will receive as a result of passage of Proposition 13 MOTION Councilman Biaqi moved, seconded bv Councilman Rhodes to write a letter to the State Public Utilities Commission suggesting a contribution be made or the municipal rates reduced for street lighting in vtew of the property tax reduction received by PG&E as a result of the passage of Proposition 13. Ttie motion carried unanimously by voice vote Discussion continued end Director of Public Works Pusich replied to questions and commerited concern�ng maintenance workers, the anticipated reduction of services, the prdposed 50% reduction in street cleaning; the fact that street cleaning was greatly reduced in the past in order to lower the tax rate; whether people will maintain the street cleaning in their neighborhoods, the possible effect of reduction of street sweep�ng on the storm �aater• system if debris is washed �nto the sewers; the fact that there is no questian that the program is necessary but , Yhe cuts must be made because of lack of funds and other serv�ces are more essential, and the fact that some cities charge street sweeping � as refuse collection and bill accordingly. - ' Zuma Francis, 904 Cleveland, suggested that people who do not keep the street in front of their homes clean should be fi�ed $500. In response to questions, Mr. Pus7ch co�nented on scheduling and diffi- culties encountered 6ecause of parked cars and noted that_if the 208_ EnJironmental Management Plan"is implemented, more street sweeping �vill be required Mayor Barrett Y�elded the chair to Vfice Mayor khodes MOTION• Mayor Barrett moved, seconded by Councilman Bury, to restare to the Budget the funds necessary to retain the present Street Cleaning Program ($51,400). The mot�on carried the following roll call vote Ayes: Councilman Bury, Chandler and Mayor Barrett Noes. Councilman Biagi, Rhodes Jeff Dinkin, Field Representative, Local 715, SEIU, suggested user ' fees for sewer lateral maintenance and sidewalk repair. He observed -' that if the City prov�ded such services and charged for them, City ' Budget Study 6/17/7E