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9. MATTERS OF COUNCIL INTEREST <br /> A. Legislation (information only) - This sub-section involves possible discussion of <br /> City Position on Proposed Legislation described in the League of California <br /> Cities Priority Focus Bulletin No. 27-2004 and 28-2004. Council may direct staff <br /> to act on positions taken by Council. (Copies of League of Califomia Cities <br /> Priority Focus available in City Clerk's Department). <br /> B. Redwood Shores Community Library Update <br /> Council Member Foust stated that a brief update on the proposed Redwood <br /> Shores Library and State grant. <br /> Library Director Genesy stated that the schematic phase is finishing up, and the <br /> project is running on time and on budget. He described the library plan that is a <br /> beautiful approximately 22,000 square foot community facility with many meeting <br /> spaces. The facility will be a high-tech library with lots of spaces for different <br /> types of folks and a bookstore look for the collection. <br /> Genesy stated that there will be a formal community meeting August 17 at 7:00 <br /> p.m. at the Pelican Cove Recreation Center. This meeting will be to update the <br /> public and solicit public input. <br /> Genesy stated that the Library Foundation has charged themselves with coming <br /> up with the opening day collection funds of $800,000.00. A consultant has <br /> devised a strategic plan to be raised in three phases <br /> Public Comment: <br /> Rory Faber endorsed the comments of Library Director Genesy that the Redwood <br /> Shores Community is grateful to the Council and staff and the energy and <br /> enthusiasm to participate in raising the funds in the community. He stated that <br /> work as begun with steering committees that are under the auspices of Georgi <br /> LaBerge and Sandra Cooperman. He welcomed everyone to the August 17 <br /> meeting. <br /> Council comments included excitement with the project and working together in <br /> obtaining the grant in light of the budget concerns. <br /> Recommendation: <br /> Information-only. <br /> C. Council Member Hartnett — stated that it has been mentioned several times <br /> that the referendum petition against the Marina Shores ordinance would be <br /> submitted soon and will likely qualify for the ballot. He asked that the Mayor and <br /> Vice Mayor keep the November election schedule in mind during scheduling. <br /> JOINT CITY COUNCIL AND � JULY 26, 2004 <br /> REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MEETING MINUTES PAGE 13 <br /> _. .. � _ . .. _ , <br />