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enforcement will be very difficult. She advocated for treating all smoke, equally, and commented on the harms of marijuana use. Councilmember Brown indicated she would like to discuss the issue, further. Mayor Thorne declared that will become Item No. 17 on the agenda. Diane Rodriguez spoke regarding increases in her water bill noting that her neighbors' water bills have doubled or tripled. She addressed her efforts at decreasing water consumption and asked the City Council to consider having Zone 7 return to the old rate structure. Mayor Thorne suggested she make the same presentation to Zone 7 in an upcoming meeting. City Manager Nelson Fialho reported amendments to the ordinance allow modifications to bill if it is determined that a leak was present. Other than that, there are no discounts and he encouraged the speaker to have the City inspect the irrigation meter and make suggestions to modify consumption. He added the City has been aggressive with Zone 7 and they know the City's position on rate increases. Councilmember Brown suggested the speaker start an email campaign to the Zone 7 Board. Linda Kelly, Citizens for Sensible Water Rates, expressed concerns regarding increasing water rates. She asked whether the City could facilitate a meeting so that residents can learn better ways to conserve water. She commented on the website that was supposed to go live in June that would allow people to see their consumption details in real time, adding that only 25 people have been given access. Ms. Kelly reported that new meters were installed inappropriately, causing leaks that had to be repaired. Mayor Thorne stated staff will be directed to follow-up on the matter with the possibility of holding a forum to address water conservation measures. City Manager Nelson Fialho reported residents can contact the City to seek information about water- tolerant landscaping and conservation. John Bauer expressed concerns regarding increased water rates and addressed prior Zone 7 meetings noting that Zone 7 doesn't have a revenue problem, but rather they have a spending problem. He asked that the City negotiate with Zone 7 so residents can receive a fair rate. Venky Venkatesan agreed with previous speakers and expressed concerns regarding increased water rates. He reported cutting his water usage but his bill has still gone up. He suggested the City negotiate with Zone 7 for better rates. City Attorney 1. Introduced and waived first reading omnibus Ordinance No. 2165, amending the Municipal Code regarding §2.08.190 authorize administrative regulations for the cemetery; §5.24.010 time period for business license payments and accepting postmarks; §6.40.140 providing time for processing taxi driver applications; §9.24.040 & §13.08.190 correct clerical error involving Ordinances 2125 and 2136; §11.08.020 clarify city traffic engineer position; §11.36.020 allow white and yellow curbs to be restricted per signage; §11.36.100 allow traffic engineer to adjust no parking zone near fire hydrants; §13.04.050 prohibit private painting on public curbs; chapter 17.16 clarification of tree preservation procedures; and §18.124.070 & 18.124.240 & 18.124.270 correct internal references and a clerical error; adoption of Resolution No. 17-963 amending the master fee schedule to set penalty for blocking access to a disabled parking space, and set annual inspection City Council Minutes Page 2 of 6 August 15,2017