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July 26, 1994 "The Fire Programs Fund provides funds to improve fire services operations by making it possible to provide firefighters with up-to-date safety equipment and training. The 1993 Fire Programs Fund allocation of $104,985 has been received, and Chief Donald Newberry has justified its use to improve fire protection and services to the citizens of Portsmouth. For example, these funds will be used to update protective clothing, breathing apparatus, and other firefighter equipment. I, therefore, recommend that $104,985 be transferred from the Grants Contingency Account to be used as indicated... Motion by Mr. Robinett, and seconded by Mr. Martin, to transfer $104,985 to provide firefighters with up-to-date equipment and training, and was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Clemons, Griffin, Hawks, Martin, Pitts, Robinett, Webb Nays: None 94-306 - Letter from the City Manager recommending adoption of a motion to transfer $235,850 from the Grants Contingency Account to continue funding for at-risk youth and for early intervention services for troubled youth. "The Community Policy and Management Team (CPMT) which oversees the implementation of the Comprehensive Services Act has been awarded $238,850 for the seconded year from the State Trust Fund. These funds are to be used to develop parent education and homemaking progr~uns and innovative programs for young children at risk of developing emotional or behavioral problems and community services for troubled youths. The local cash match that is required is $8,985. I, therefore, recommend you approve a motion to transfer $235,850 from the Grants Contingency Account.,, Motion by Mr. Martin, and seconded by Mr. Clemons, to transfer $235,850 for continued funding for at-risk youth and for early intervention services for troubled youth, and was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Clemons, Griffin, Hawks, Martin, Pitts, Robinett, Webb Nays: None 94-307 Letter from the City Manager recommending adoption of a motion to exceed the 25% allowable limit for change orders with T. A. Sheets as it relates to the second phase of the Highland Biltmore sewer improvements. "The second phase of the Highland Biltmore sewer improvements, which will affect 60 homes, has recently begun. The contract with T.A. Sheets (the plumbing contractor) must be increased to accomplish this work. Therefore, the Director of Public Works requests permission to exceed the 25% limit on change orders to this contract. Sufficient funds remain remain from previous appropriations to complete this work. I concur with the Director of Public Works and recommend your approval of this item." Robb Lawrence, 245 Beacon Road, representing the Highland Biltmore Civic League, spoke in favor of the improvements Highland Biltmore sewers. to the