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facility would now be added to the current list of facilities, which now includes: Community Activities Building Fair Oaks Community Center Red Morton Center and the Veterans Senior Center. Additionally, staff proposes allowing for the consumption of alcohol with the authority -- of the director in connection with City sponsored events. Parks and Recreation Director Griffiths clarified that in the past there was a rampant problem with alcohol consumption and a number of violent crimes occurred. Prior to the implementation of the current ordinance, groups were allowed to receive alcoholic beverage commission permits along with certificates of insurance permitting for alcoholic beverages to be served in parties at the park (normally these were issued to a private vendor or large corporation, a picnic or something of that nature). The distinction here is that the current considerations involve cultural activities, or events that the City co-sponsors, where alcoholic beverages would be allowed for consumption within the park area adjacent to a building. Currently, the only consumption allowed is in buildings and no hard liquor is permitted. Public Comment Robert Slusser, member of the Redwood City Park and Recreation Commission, brought to the Council's attention the fact that the changes proposed (via the ordinance) were suggested by members of the community. While there were many divergent views, this advisory body has tried to find a balance. While the process took nearly two years, he believes they have recommended the best possible solution for the safety of the community. Additionally, the current recommendations also consider the preferences of the users of the park (whether it be people or dogs). Don Davis, member of the Redwood City Park and Recreation Commission, would like to add that primarily with regards to the alcohol consumption issue one of the concerns shared was the feasibility of monitoring consumption. The present changes to the Ordinance are the best job the Commission could do, due to all the concerns expressed. lan Bain would like to thank the Council for extending the contract with the MPAC for continued televising of meetings. Bain is glad that the Council understands the service provided to the community. While it is unfortunate that the dogs and alcohol were lumped together in the ordinance, Bain would like to thank the Commission for all their hard work. He believes they have come to a good compromise. Bain thanked the Commission and the City for their work with this ordinance. Council comments included addressing the citations that would be implemented when infractions occur, and concerns about educating park users in regards to the new amendments. Staff was asked to embark on a campaign to promote education and information. It was also proposed that in addition to a press release, and putting up signage regarding the changes, the information be placed into the residents' utility bills. Based on Council consensus, Mayor __ REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING DECEMBER 13, 1999 M1NUTES PAGE 5 MINUTES Bookqqo.57 Page NO. 489