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212 Mr. Dave Jewett, 3027 Muller Court, indicated the position they were taking should not be considered an attack on the President, but cited several conditions in the country which he felt were attributable to the military issue. Dave Zimmerman, 315 Mills, Menlo Park, quoted from Dwight Eisenhower's memoirs. In the discussion by Council, it was generally indicated that a resolution such as requested represented a commitment of its constituency, and that such an action was beyond the purview of a local governing body, that their election was primarily for the purpose of conducting municipal business. It was felt that the proper channels for individual expressions were through representatives in Washington, D.C. Councilman Petersen moved that Council not take a. position relative to the National policy on Southeast Asia, seconded by Councilman Keckley, There was additional discussion concerning the importance and obligation of individuals to speak out. Council commended the young men for their presentations. Steve Angelides, 817 Chestnut, San Carlos, stated that since Council indicated approval of the forum, felt a resolution endorsing was in order. Councilman Henderson questioned the necessity of a formal action to encourage public discussion, but made the motion commending the young people from Canada. College who expressed concern and to encourage them to continue discussions with community leaders at all levels, seconded by Councilman Keckley, City Attorney noted that the action could include the instruction that the Mayor convey expressions in the motion, On question, Council indicated concern relative to encouraging certain activities, which only serve to encourage division in our Country when it is essential to draw together. Following further brief discussion, motion carried on roll call vote, Councilmen Arnett, Henderson, Keckley, and Bury voting yes; and Councilmen Petersen, Rhodes and Weymouth voting no. (MINUTE ORDER #70-92) Councilman Arnett left the meeting at 8:05 p,m, REPORT OF BID OPENING, Traffic Signal Maintenance and Repair. The following was the only bid received: Traffic Signal Repair Co., Inc. $39.58 per intersection Sunnyvale, California ($633.213 per month for maintenance and emergency service for 16 intersections) Engineer's Estimate $500-600 per month, Staff report indicated the company has similar contracts with approximately 15 other cities in the Bay Area and approximately 50 cities and counties throughout the State. Staff recommended award of contract to Traffic Signal Repair Co., Inc.