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Minutes - City of San Leandro City Council and Page - 11 - Redevelopment Agency Meeting - September 16, 1996 With regard to the use of revenue, it was stated that the funds could be placed in the General Fund, and the City Council could annually designate their use. He said Police Chief Bob Maginnis was available for questions regarding programs. Council Member Glaze requested clarification on sales to law enforcement. Mayor Corbett noted that owner Tony Cucchiara had offered to work with the Finance Department to determine sales volume by category. Upon Council request, John Jermanis clarified that the proposed gross- receipt -tax ordinance was one of the four ordinances under consideration for cities within the East Bay Corridor. Vice Mayor Polvorosa requested clarification on use of revenue pertaining to ammunition vs. other sales. Staff noted that specific sales information was not easily retrievable. Vice Mayor Polvorosa said he wanted sports guns and specific types of ammunition excluded. He asked about a specific "police killer" bullet. Chief Maginnis said he was unaware of any reputable gun store that would sell that type of bullet. Mayor Corbett requested that staff keep a list of the City Council questions being asked during the discussion. Council Member Lothrop asked about the effect of the upcoming election and the Jarvis Initiative, as well as the possibility of taking the issue to a vote. Council Member Loeffler provided a brief overview of the Jarvis Initiative for the benefit of the audience. City Attorney Steve Meyers reviewed the Jarvis Initiative and the potential impact to the Business License Tax and the possible gross- receipts tax. He noted the upcoming election periods -- the next City Election occurs in 1998 and the March 1997 Special Election with the possible School Bond. He clarified the Brown Act requirements related to the 45 -day Public Hearing notice. He noted that the form of the ordinance had not been approved. He said during this meeting they may decide what to tax, the rate, and any exemptions. He said there were several options for acting on the Agenda item and the motion concerning the use of revenue. He clarified that, if the City Council chooses to act on the ordinance, they would then direct the Acting City Clerk to begin the public notification process. Council Member Loeffler said it was prudent to receive answers to the Council's questions prior to making a decision; he suggested the item be placed on the November 18, 1996, Agenda.