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Marcella Padilla, Sarah Frivold, Rick Lopez , Diana Lopez, Cynthia Cruz, Anai Aguilar and Andre Omar Garcia. Andre Omar Garcia stated the purpose of the group for the community was to give opinion as to which programs assist youth and give prospective on allocations. The group listened to the different presentations of programs in order to provide Diana Lopez and Rick Lopez stated they were introduced to HHCC, read applications, met and discussed the applications, then attended presentations, finally providing input toward recommendations. Anai Aguilar stated that they learned the process by which funding occurs and where it actually is spent. As a group, they learned how to contribute ideas and thoughts to the Council as well as learning about other groups that exist. They also learned that the adults respect their opinions and have a better understanding of what youth want. Marcella Padilla stated the challenges incurred, observations made and recommendations. Some challenges were process oriented and focused on the applications content. Dedication and time were needed to meet the challenges. Some observations noted on the HHCC were that there may not be enough diversity relative to age and ethnicity and that the meetings are somewhat late in the evening for youth. A recommendation was that a youth advisory board might be utilized for those under 18 and not U.S. citizens. Sarah Frivold and Cynthia Cruz stated they are 8th grade students at Kennedy School, and that this year's goals are to make Redwood City more safe and fun. They interviewed classmates, made movies and created surveys. Their report made findings and recommendations to the City Council, Parks and Recreation Department and Police Department. The report will be complete by May 23 and mailed out. Chairperson Greer stated that back in April of 2001, a request was made to Council to increase the funding to HSFA. In December of 2001, a joint study session with a needs assessment occurred where it was reported that a budget increase of $24,000.00 to a total of $270,000.00 was requested. He stated that of the 29 programs, eight of them are new programs. Mayor Claire opened the public hearing. Sheryl Bergman, thanked Council for ongoing support and appreciation for the very program. She urged approval of the full budget requested by the HHCC for the HSFA program. She stated due to the economic situation there is a great need in the community on the family level.- REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MAY 6, 2002 MINUTES PAGE 9