CC MIN 2014-05-05 Special Town Hall

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__ , --�--- ._ . Council Member Aguirre, as an MTC Commissioner, said that San Francisco had the same proposition of charging San Mateo County residents who go into the City, but this did not come to fruition. She said that there are opportunities for public/private partnerships and there are some discussions of toll roads on freeways such as the 101. The Mayor also invited Council Member Howard to comment on the ferries and waterways use for transportation. Council Member Howard added that some of the large companies that moved into the area did a pilot program using ferries to go to work and this was a successful program. She said that this was part of a blueprint that begun in 1997 and now there is a lot more planned development and Redwood City is being considered for water transit by the agencies managing such options. She said that South San Francisco is trying it out and maybe Redwood City will be next. Dr. Bell shared new maps available on the main page of the City's website and both are informative. He commented that the objectives of the General Plan are to develop and encourage multi-modal transportation. He also announced the first Stanford Speakers' Series is this Thursday night at 5:30 p.m. and he offered flyers for those interested. Carole Wong commented on the water reductions and how we are not making the 10% volunteer reduction and what the City's game plan is. Mayor Gee noted that a lot more outreach and education is needed and the challenge is that the water bill comes much later so there is a time lapse between behavior and cosUreward. The Mayor said that there is no question that we all need to do a better job and he encourages all to embrace water use reduction. Dr. Bell noted that if the situation worsens the City does have a Water Management Plan to implement. Ramona Raybin inquired if the City has the authority to regulate restaurants to not offer water unless asked for it. Mayor Gee said staff will look into it. Mayor Gee invited each Council Member to share thoughts and Department Heads to share any pertinent news. Dave Genesy, Library Director, shared that the book mobile would be in Redwood Shores this coming Wednesday and he invited all to join in the fun. Chris Beth, Parks, Recreation, Community Services Director, said that there is a concert at Marlin Park and there are three planned and also for downtown concerts the first one is the first Friday in June. He thanked the Council and sponsors for all their support. JR Gamez spoke about a Code Red education campaign targeted at schools and as a follow-up, Redwood City will be leading a countywide exercise that will bring Fire and Police services together to enhance safety and preparedness. He also announced upcoming Town Hall meetings in September. Jim Skinner, Fire Chief, reminded the community to be Fire safe and he asked everyone to be safe with BBQs and be vigilant. He said that arson awareness week is here. SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL STUDY SESSION/TOWN HALL May 5, 2014 MEETING MINUTES PAGE 4 MINUTE BOOK NO. 65 Page No. 145