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Councilmember Williams- Preston asked a question regarding the Consolidated Building Fund and a specific line item regarding illegal dumping. She asked if we actually spent approximately $600,000 a year on illegal dumping. John Murphy responded that it's an estimate for the year and stated it's a pretty healthy program. Chairperson White asked City Controller John Murphy to update and overview Council on the Illegal Dumping Program as we get closer to budget season to understand how the City addresses the issue of illegal dumping. Councilmember Williams- Preston followed up asking whether or not the $600,000 was spent on actually cleaning up illegal dumps or if there's any money spent on preventative measures. John Murphy responded that the line items are actual picking up costs and salaries. Chairperson White added the Council discussed a camera program to deter illegal dumping as a preventative initiative. She concluded the discussion on Enterprise Funds, asked for further questions. Seeing none Chairperson White transitioned to Bill No. 16 -16. John Murphy introduced Bill No. 16 -16 explaining that the funds are not additional appropriations, but rather interdepartmental transfers between funds. He went on discuss the details of each line item and fund. There were no questions from Council concerning Bill No. 16 -16, so Chairperson White moved on to Bill No. 16 -17. John Murphy introduced Bill 16 -17 as the Civil City funds (e.g. property tax, LOIT tax, non- enterprise funds) and explained the various appropriations and line items. Chairperson White thanked Mr. Murphy for his presentation. Seeing no questions from Council, Chairperson White opened the public hearing portion. There were none present to speak in favor or opposition of the three bills. Councilman John Voorde moved for all three bills to be sent favorably to full Council. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Williams- Preston and carried with a vote of three (3) ayes. Chairperson White introduced Bill No. 16 -20 and entertained a motion to recess and reconvene in the large Council chambers. Councilman John Voorde motioned to recess and reconvene. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Williams- Preston and passed unanimously. Chairperson White clarified to the public that the Pokagon Resolution would be heard in the large Council Chamber. The meeting recessed was at 4:28 p.m.