The City Council recessed at 6:35 p.m.
The City Council reconvened at 6:40 p.m.
Myles Bois, Southwest Towing, provided information on his company's service time and abilities to provide service. He also expressed his concern with the cost breakdown.
Jesse Mojica, Mohica Towing, expressed his concern with the proposed ordinance. He indicated that he has provided services to the City for many years and would obtain any necessary equipment to provide those services. He expressed concern specifically with section 12.78 of the proposed ordinance and would like the Council to take a good look at it.
Jared Mojica, Mohica Towing, expressed his concern with the proposed ordinance. He indicated that his family lives here and they have been servicing the Cathedral City Police Department for many years. He feels there is no need for three tow companies to have a franchise in the City and supports the requirement of a boundary clause.
Joel Mojica, Mohica Towing, feels that the proposed ordinance will directly impact him and his family. He expressed his love for the City and will do whatever it takes to provide services it needs.
Esmeralda Alarcon, Mohica Towing, expressed her concern with the claims made in the staff report. She indicated that her office has never received a complaint about their ability to provide services from the Police Department or the City. They take great pride in servicing the community and hope that the City Council will amend the rotation services ordinance.
Melina Rodriguez, Mohica Towing, expressed her concern with claims made that their company indicated that they do not have the resources to provide service. She is not aware of any issues with their ability to provide services. She asked that the City Council take into consideration the experience and prompt service Mohica Towing has been providing for over 25 years.
Chip Yarborough, Cathedral City, expressed his concern with the incomplete staff report and time wasted. He also expressed his support for a tow rotation ordinance and feels that it needs to move forward.
After discussion, the Council expressed the need for more information to be provided in order to make an informed decision. City Manager McClendon suggested that this item be tabled to a future date to allow staff to research and provide necessary information for the Council’s review at a Study Session meeting.
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A motion was made by Councilmember Gregory and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Carnevale to table this item until a complete staff report can be provided to the City Council for consideration at a future Study Session Meeting.