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127 brick wall. Mr. Towe also expressed concern about the attractiveness of the houses which have been moved to the north side of Long Street. As a member of the City Parks Committee, Mr. Towe stated that a public meeting with be held by the Parks Committee on June 6th in Tonsler Park to hear suggestions for Tonsler Park improvements. Mr. Towe also recommended that the Council recognize the Charlottesville High School basketball team for its accomplishments. President C C/~ COUNCIL CHAMBER - May 4, 1992 Council met in special session on this date with the following members present: Rev. Edwards, Ms. Slaughter, Mr. Toscano, Mr. Vandever, Ms. Waters. MINUTES On motion by Ms. Slaughter, seconded by Ms. Waters, the minutes of the March 30th meeting were unanimously approved as presented. On motion by Ms. Waters, seconded by Mr. Vandever, the minutes of the March 31st meeting were unanimously approved as presented. On motion by Ms. Waters, seconded by Mr. Vandever, the minutes of the April 3rd meeting were approved as presented, with Mr. Toscano abstaining. On motion by Ms. Slaughter, seconded by Ms. Waters, the minutes of the April 6th meeting were unanimously approved as presented. On motion~by Ms. Waters, seconded by Ms. Slaughter, the minutes of the April 10th meeting were approved as presented, with Mr. Vandever abstaining. On motion by Ms. Slaughter, seconded by Mr. Vandever, the minutes of the April 20th meeting were approved as presented, with Rev. Edwards abstaining. PUBLIC There were no matters by the public. REQUEST: TAX EXEMPTION FOR VOLUNTEER FIRE AND RESCUE PERSONNEL Mr. Hendrix stated that a request has been made by the volunteer fire and rescue personnel to abate the first $4,500 of value on one vehicle for personal property taxes. Mr. Hendrix stated that the County has approved the request and estimated that the revenue loss would be between $11,340 and $13,600 for the 60'to 72 people who would be eligible. Mr. Hendrix added that volunteer fire and rescue personnel are currently exempted from purchasing automobile decals and are allowed to park free in metered parking spaces owned by the City and for unlimited times in timed parking spaces. Mr. Toscano questioned whether the volunteer fire fighters are needed to maintain the CityJs fire rating. Mr. Hendrix stated that the rating agencies would need to be contacted with regard to the rating, but did feel that the existence of the volunteer fire department helps the insurance rating.