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and rare; some are never fired. Since Pleasanton has not had problems in this area, it is not necessary to adopt regulations now. Herbert Marshall, 3202 Clifford Circle, spoke in opposition to the proposed ordinance for the same reasons. John Metzler, 3513 Churchill Court, spoke in opposition to any regulation of gun ownership and cited various historical references. Frank B~lecky, 892 Madeira Drive, spoke in support of a ban on assault weapons for private citizens, however he was not in favor of regulations for sporting rifles used for hunting. He a/so believed the federal licensing requirements were adequate. George Gunter, 1805 Greenwood Road, asked for clarification on the zero tolerance policy. Linda Adams, 159 Ray Street, supported the zero tolerance policy for illegal gun possession and the ban on assault weapons. Bert Felix, 2860 Garden Creek Circle, stated there is no clear definition of an assault weapon. He then expressed his opinion that there are greater potential dangers in the home than selling weapons. If Council wishes to prosecute individuals who are selling guns illegally, then the laws already in effect should be enforced. There being no further testimony, the public hearing was closed. Ms. Dennis indicated she had raised this issue because of comments from citizens and their concerns about persons released from Santa Rita. She further stated that the time to deal with an issue is before it becomes a problem. She believed it was appropriate for Council to set standards to regulate this type of business and that selling guns should be in a done in a commercial area. Mr. Tarver expressed his dislike of guns, but appreciated the Constitutional provisions and issues raised by some members of the audience. He did not want to over-regulate issues already addressed by federal and state laws. He expressed strong feelings about the zero tolerance policy, assault weapons and the pending Crime Bill in Congress. He believed that the criminal activity is of far more concern than people who are dealing with guns in a responsible manner. There is more danger from a person who purchases a gun and doesn't act responsibly. His greatest concern is about those who purchase guns illegally and use them in illegal activities. There is no excuse for that. He suggested forwarding the zero tolerance policy as a resolution to the League of California Cities for action on the state level. He supported restrictions on assault weapons. 08/16/94 - 10-