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227 On motion by Mr. Towe, seconded by Mr. Vandever, the minutes of the March 19th meeting were approved as presented, with Mr. Buck absent for the vote. On motion by Mr. Vandever, seconded by Rev. Edwards, the minutes of the March 20th meeting were approved as presented, with Mr. Buck absent for the vote. PUBLIC Ms. Brianna Edwards of 614 Beechwood Drive and a Quest student at Burnley Moran Elementary School, stated that the Quest students have raised $38 to help homeless persons in the community. Ms~ Stephanie-Graham, a Quest student at Burnley Moran School, asked the Mayor to explain what the City is currently doing to help homeless people and what additional plans the City has to help the homeless. Ms. Waters stated that she would reply to the questions in a letter. Captain Hevener of the Monticello National Guard, thanked the-Mayor for proclaiming the first week in April Monticello Guard Support Week. PRESENTATION: RECOGNITION OF 11 YEARS AND UNDER PARKS AND RECREATION AAU ALLSTAR BASKETBALL TEAM Ms. Waters recognized the members of the 11 Years and Under Parks and Recreation AAU Allstar Basketball Team and congratulated them on their outstanding season. PUBLIC HEARING: CITY MANAGER'S PROPOSED FY 90-91 BUDGET Mr. Hendrix reviewed the changes to the budget as proposed by Council at budget work sessions. The public hearing was opened. Mr. Jim Boggs, President of the Charlottesville Professional Firefighter's Association, stated that a survey of .firefighter salaries had been conducted and showed that the City's salaries are 11% behind the market. Mr. Boggs stated that the proposed pay plan will offer little means for advancement in the Fire Department. Mr. Hendrix summarized the pay proposal and added that staff will address master police and fire issues in the next year, adding that funds are not available at this time to implement such a program..~ Mr. Steve Grissom, President of the Professional Police Officer's Association, stated that the Association supports the City Manager's original pay proposed, noting that police officers in the City Police Department are paid below the national average. Ms. Waters stated that Council was concerned with the impact a 7% increase, as previously proposed by the City Manager, could have on FY 91-92 budget. Mrs. Susie Ehinger, a City resident, supported funding for the Literacy Volunteers of America. Ms. Andrea Trank, President of Charlottesville- Albemarle Recycle Together (CART), commended the thorough analysis of the recommendations of the Solid Waste Task Force by Council and staff and supported funding for the recycling education coordinator and pilot recycling program. Ms. Trank recommended that the Council quickly work towards setting up the Solid Waste Authority. Ms. Trank noted concern that no funds had been budgeted for a materials recycling facility (MRF) in the proposed budget.