"I think that we're underestimating the student body," argued council Vice President and co-sponsor Kamil E. Redmond '00, quoting term bill fees at other schools as $80 to $100.

"I think they will recognize that $20 isn't that much," she said.

Co-sponsor John Paul Rollert '00 agreed, adding he felt that the student body would recognize the council's need for funds.

"We need more money," he said. "We can't pass things through the administration. We can give grants to student groups."

Members also questioned the efficacy of a referendum. Sam C. Cohen '00, former council vice-president, said he doubted the referendum would get enough of a turnout.

"For a true student body referendum, we need to poster and publicize on the level of the presidential and vice-presidential campaigns. You know what? I don't see it happening," Cohen said.

Despite Cohen's objections, the resolution succeeded with a vote of 38 to 8. Seton was optimistic about success of the student referendum.

"It will pass. I guarantee it," he said after the meeting.