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5. SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY -- A. Peninsula Sunrise Rotary — Acknowledgement of Contribution toward Landscaping for the Courthouse Plaza Project Mayor Ira thanked Lorianna Kastrop, representing the Peninsula Sunrise Rotary for the donation toward the landscaping in relation to the restoration of the courthouse. Ms. Kastrop stated that they wanted to be among the leaders in the community to support the courthouse plaza project and in honor of Rotary's Centennial Year in 2005. Rotary is interesting in projects that inform the public and make a lasting monument in honor of Rotary in all communities around the globe. She explained that Rotarians raise funds, do hands on projects to benefit the local community and participate in humanitarian efforts worldwide such as the 20 -year effort to eradicate polio on the planet. Rotary meets Tuesday mornings for breakfast at the Waterfront Restaurant at Pete's Harbor and last year the club donated over $47,000.00 to charitable projects and organizations. She invited those interested in joining Rotary to a mixer on Tuesday, September 21 from 5:30 -7:00 p.m. at Sequoia Yacht Club and announced the annual Irish Night scheduled for Saturday, March 19 at the Veterans Memorial Senior Center in Redwood City. 6. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS AND CONSENT CALENDAR Linda Kresge, Chief Nurse Executive of Sequoia Hospital, stated that she wanted to make clear that in support of the community hospital, community access for emergency services is critical and that means appropriate housing and support for healthcare workers. She expressed support for the project. Cherlene Wright, lifelong resident of Redwood City, thanked the City Council for components included in the project such as $10 million for transportation, $10 million toward the water supply, and accessible housing. She stated that she is an employee of San Mateo County and that, unfortunately, nearly half the people in her department do not live anywhere near their place of employment due to the expense. Jim Kirkland, longtime Redwood City resident and business owner, stated his support of the Marina Shores project. He stated that the merits of the project stand for themselves in meeting the needs of the community and businesses. He encouraged the project to move on and wished for success. CITY COUNCIL AND REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY JOINT MEETING MINUTES AUGUST 23, 2004 PAGE 2 MINUTES Book No. 60 Page No. 300