Council "Recesses" Due to Auditorium Ballot

At the September 16th Council Meeting, a problem in the wording of the Memorial Auditorium renovation ballot caused the Council to "recess" until September 17th. The ballot, as presented, indicated that the Auditorium renovations would be paid with "Revenue Bonds" instead of "General Obligation Bonds". Revenue Bonds can only be used for improvements that collect revenue and make a profit such as water lines, water treatment plants, electric distribution equipment, etc. Because of the time frame in which the ballot wording must be submitted to the County Clerk to be included on the November 4th General Election, the council decided to "recess" until Wednesday, September 17th. This allows the Council to continue the September 16th Council Meeting until the Memorial Auditorium ballot is reviewed by the City's Bond Counsel and any necessary corrections made. Had the Council adjourned the Regular Meeting, a Special Council Meeting would have been called for, requiring due notice and notifications. Renovations to the Memorial Auditorium to create a "Recreational Facility/Community Facility" will be a decision made by the citizens, providing the Council sends the question to the polls on September 17th.