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29 February 27, 2001 3. No action. Vice Mayor Teague moved to set a public hearing for March 13, 2001, to discuss the possible sale of three lots on Commonwealth Boulevard to Commonwealth Associates; the motion was duly seconded and carried by the following vote, with all members voting: Vote 5 - 0; Yeas (5) -Crabtree, Dallas, Ferrill, Roop, Teague; Nays (0)- None. No action. Council considered approval of the Minutes. Vice Mayor Teague moved to approve the Minutes of January 23, 2001, February 8, 2001, and February 20, 2001, as presented, and the Minutes of February 13, 2001, as amended; the motion was duly seconded and carried by the following vote, with all members voting: Vote 5 - 0; Yeas (5) - Crabtree, Dallas, Ferrill, Roop, Teague; Nays (0) - None. Council considered business from the floor. Barry Wyatt, of 916 Vine Street, stated, "1 would like to know the progress of Hooker Field regarding high school practices and games." Earl B. Reynolds, Jr., City Manager, replied, "1 spoke with Carter Construction Company today. The best case completion date is April 12, and the worst case completion date is April 23. The school system doesn't have a department to take care of it. It's now up to professional standards." Mr. Wyatt asked, "Are the Astros paying for the upkeep? I feel that the taxpayers are." City Manager Reynolds replied, "Yes, the Astros are paying $40,000 per year." Vice Mayor Teague asked, "What additional resources are required to upkeep to professional standards?" Tony Rinaldi, Leisure Services Director, replied, "Last year, approximately $10,000 was spent for personnel, equipment, and supplies." Council Member Roop stated, "The high school believes that the arrangement with Hooker includes high school usage. My understanding was that the high school could use it for practices and games. Tonight's the first time I've heard that it takes extra money for practices and games." Council