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CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
SPECIAL MEETING
7:00 P.M.
NOVEMBER 2, 1998
CALL TO ORDER 7:00 p.m., Mayor Howard presiding
ROLL CALL
Council Members Present: Bain, Hartnett, Ira, Ruskin and Mayor Howard
Council Members Absent: Claire and Leipzig
Staff Members Present: City Manager Everett, Interim City Clerk McKay, City Attorney Schricker, Fire Chief Montez, Senior Planner Jany, Community Development Director Nelson, Human Resources Director Rivera-Pena, and Council Volunteer Balsamo.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - Led by Council Member Bain
1. SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY
Fire Chief Montez introduced Redwood City's sister city Colima firefighters, who flew in yesterday and started the San Mateo County Fire Academy today and are staying at Station 9.
Mayor Howard and Council welcomed the firefighters.
2. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Anne Van Buskirk, 2853 Kensington Road, reported on an ongoing low water pressure problem she and her neighbors are having with no resolution occurring through the Public Works Department. She submitted a copy of letter she received from the Public Works Superintendent dated September 29, 1998.
Vice-Mayor Ruskin requested the City Manager to keep him informed on this matter as he is on the Utilities Committee.
Nita Spangler, 970 Edgewood Road, stated she is concerned regarding Redwood City's non- action to protect endangered species and support the management of wildlife in Redwood City, and is against last meeting's moratorium resolution.
Ralph Nobles, 3720 Country Club Drive, reported he is troubled by Council's Resolution of moratorium passed last Monday night as he has been active in Redwood Shores development issues and noted there have been many battles won with many compromises which may negatively impact Redwood City's reputation with the Federal government. He explained he was at the October 14 meeting where animal activists from all over the Bay Area were there and only 15 may have been Redwood City residents. He cited the high degree of unreasonableness of those attending and questioned why reasonable people should have to defend laws already in place.
3. CONSENT CALENDAR
M/S Bain/Ira to waive the reading of the Consent Calendar, adopt the resolutions and approve other items, as follows; (301)
A. Approve the minutes of October 26, 1998 Regular Council meeting; and the minutes of the October 26, 1998, Public Finance Authority MINUTE ORDER 98-266
B. Resolution 13508 Authorize Execution of Letter Permit for the Redwood City Art Center's "Celebration of the Arts" Allowing Closure of 2600 Block of Broadway November 20, noon to 10:00 a.m. November 21, 1998 (604)
C. Resolution 13509 Authorize Sale of Police Canine to Handler (609)
D. Resolution 13505 Approving First Amendment to Agreement for the Funding of Off-Site Roadway Improvements; Woodside Corridor Traffic Fee and the Friendly Acres Traffic Calming Agreement (304)
E. Resolution 13506 Approving the Contract Documents and Specifications and Authorize the Call for Bids for the Emergency Electrical Repairs Service (304)
F. Resolution 13507 Accepting Bid and Approving and Authorizing Execution of Purchase Documents for the Purchase and Installation of Traffic Delineation Materials for Various Redwood Shores Roadway Areas (304)
G. Approve warrants and usual and necessary payments through November 2, 1998; and usual and necessary payments through November 9, 1998 APPROVED
The motion was carried by a unanimous roll call vote.
4. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS - None
5. BOARDS, COMMISSION AND COMMITTEE REPORTS - Minutes Received
6. PUBLIC HEARINGS - None
7. MATTERS OF COUNCIL INTEREST - This item limited to fifteen minutes.
A. Announcements by Council Members
Vice Mayor Ruskin reported on the Council of Justice meeting he attended where Redwodd City's Police Officer Dave Goff received an award for service performed beyond the scope of duty for his successful first Youth Job Faire for Redwood City troubled youth. He reported that Officer Goff has just received a promotion to Sargent.
Mayor Howard reported on the upcoming Celebration of Arts opening on November 20, 1998 and on the James Street cleaning party she participated in.
8. STAFF REPORTS- None
9. CLOSED SESSION - None
10. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 7:23 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted,
__________________________
Cathleen A. McKay, CMC/AAE
Interim City Clerk
STUDY SESSION
OF THE CITY COUNCIL AND
LIBRARY BOARD AND
HISTORIC RESOURCES ADVISORY COMMITTEE
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
November 2, 1998
CALL TO ORDER - 7:22 p.m., Mayor Howard presiding
ROLL CALL
Council Members Present: Bain, Hartnett, Ira, Vice Mayor Ruskin, Mayor Howard
Council Members Absent: Claire, Leipzig
Library Board Members Present: Ferguson, Cooperman, Kingsford-Smith, Santos, and President Ludwig
Staff members present: City Manager Everett, Interim City Clerk McKay, City Attorney Schricker, Assistant City Attorney Sorba, Senior Planner Jany, Community Development Director Nelson, Human Resources Director Rivera-Pena, Facilitator Cecil and Council Volunteer Balsamo.
Council entered into a special meeting joint study session with the Library Board at 7:25 p.m. facilitated by Dr. Cecil Reeves.
Discussion ensued between the Council and Library Board in which the following matters were discussed and identified;
Role of the Board
Establish Rules
Appoint Discipline
Remove Set Policies for Library
Guidance for priorities, materials, programs
Select Director
Advocate for Library
Approve Budget/Warrants
Serve our clients
Relationship with Council
Autonomous
Adherence to budget
Web page for Redwood City - Public Information Source
Low communication from Council
No conflict with policies
May need Council support in setting Internet use policy
Smooth relationship
Stay within budget
Proactive
Concerns/Issues
Parking and Signs
Book drop impacts on traffic and parking
Continue funding for Library at current level as a minimum
Expansion of relationship with Community will need full time webmaster and funding
Expanding technology
Information wear, obsolescence and outdating. Replacement of books, software and CD's
Services to Redwood Shores, how, what, when, funding, grants for interactive computers, shelf for deposit books, needs assessment - desire to rotate small library as a co-location
Electronic Arts possible partner
Support
Desire for library to maintain premier place
High community expectations may mean fees for additional services, consultant
Survey other libraries regarding fees for services
Closing branch libraries is not an option
Council sometimes attend Library Board meetings
Ideas to bring library more into community
Quarterly breakfast with Commission Chairs and Board President of Library
Share Directors monthly report on Web with Council located at www.ci.redwood/city-city.ca.us/library/news/dreport
Highlight other information on the Web
Historic Resources Advisory Committee Members present - Bursak, Cloud, O'Brien, Thompson, Woodhams, and Chairman Rolandelli
Council entered into a study session with the Historic Resources Advisory Committee at 8:09 p.m. facilitated by Dr. Cecil Reeves.
Discussion ensued between the Council and Historic Resources Advisory Committee which the following matters were discussed and identified;
The HRA is an advisory committee to the Planning Commission.
Role Relationship
As per handout on Powers and Duties
Sitting Planning Commissioner on Committee
Liaison - bring back information and report back to Planning Commission
Recommendation - design, landmarks, etc.
Specialized Committee - need this expertise and dedication
Education standard must be met by us
State Historical references and assistance
Accessibility
Work program Handout
Desire to establish better relationship with County Historical Society
Main Street half could be designated as historic resulting in National Registry cash credit for rehabilitation
Certified Local Government qualify for matching grant from Federal sources
Concerns/Issues
Building downtown - designated area
Support
Funding for consultant assistance
Soldier at Union Cemetery celebration and temporary storage
Appreciation support to groups who assist
Continue communication
Discussion of annual work program
Earlier involvement
Mayor and Vice Mayor communicate with Chair of HRA committee, possible coffee meetings
5. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:58 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
_____________________
Cathleen A. McKay CMC/ AAE
Interim City Clerk
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