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James Jonas spoke about constraints from the BCDC (San Francisco Bay Conservation and Development Commission) and State Lands Commission regarding shifting borders based on sea level rise. He stated that their position is that they could obtain jurisdiction over residents, and under their jurisdiction, they do not allow for home use. He spoke about two solutions that he said should be included to remove residents from the possibility of falling under their jurisdiction. He stated that residents who own a floating home and want to buy a slip should be willing to participate in this. Lee Callister, a resident of "the floating community," thanked the City and Mr. Ekern, Community Development Director, for moving forward with the issues separating them. He opined that this is not a boat community but rather a floating home community and that the State Lands Commission has not said it is impossible to have floating homes on state lands. He stated that the policies are based on a public trust doctrine that evolved over time, and noted that the California Supreme Court stated that the public uses, to which tide lands are subject, are flexible to encompass changing public needs. He stated that the State Lands Commission approved a land swap. Ellen Savage, a resident of Docktown, noted that on page 2 of the Consultant Report there is discussion about the State Lands Commission. She stated that the community is not composed of liveaboard boaters, but floating homes. She stated that some homes started as boats but are now permanently fixed to the shoreline and do not have engines. She opined that the residents of Docktown love to live on the water and that this community belongs in this Plan. In her opinion it could cost Redwood City $20 million in relocation fees and legal costs which would not be a good use of taxpayer money. She views these residents as having a relationship with the creek, since they clean it regularly, and are a vibrant contributor and attraction to the Redwood City. Mayor Gee stated this item would come back to the Council at a future date with more details and more specifics. Dr. Bell, City Manager, stated that the timeline is flexible especially if there needs to be more meetings and/or check-ins. B. Update on Procedures for Disposition of City-Owned Properties (609) Recommendation: Accept this report on the status of issues associated with the potential disposition of City-owned property and provide direction as it relates to developing a Surplus Property Ordinance. Mr. Ekern, Community Development Director, stated that if Council chooses to move forward, staff can work on moving forward to figure out how to handle the disposition of city-owned properties. He spoke about the work being done on creating an ordinance. A Council Member agreed with moving forward to adopt an ordinance with the noted parameters. She said she went to the Transportation and Housing Chamber meeting and the discussion was around the Woodside Road/101 interchange. She stated that there would be public input over the next couple of years, and her concern would be working too quickly because it requires a great deal of thought and discussion. CITY COUNCIL January 13, 2014 MEETING MINUTES PAGE 11 MINUTE BOOK NO. 65 Page No. 56