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Planning Director Schroeter indicated that in his opinion, the existing Plan as drafted has a stigma, and that to build on it would be unproductive, and that therefore, it would be better to start "clean ". He suggested that representatives of the automobile dealers should be invited to participate as members of the committee, and also recommended that any new study should be done by consultants in order to achieve a new and original plan. In response to questions, Mr. Schroeter said that the cost would range from $75,000 to $100,000 and estimated that it would take about three months to get under way. Mayor Britschgi requested that, inasmuch as only four Council Members were present, Mr. Schroeter prepare a report and recommendation for the Council. MEMO 3/6/85 Further discussion related to the necessity to consider and integrate the existing proposals for the Gateway area of the Redevelopment project, as well as rehabilitation projects for the area, in connection with the E1 Camino Real Specific Plan. Mayor Britschgi requested that the Planning Commission review the goals and make a recommendation to the Council. MEMO 3/6/85 OTHER TOPICS FOR DISCUSSION County Jail The Commissioners and Council expressed objections to the proposed design for a new jail incorporating a bridge connecting it with the main County courts building, particularly from an architectural standpoint. John Cooper, employee of the Sheriff's Department, supported the County's proposal, explaining the advantage of increased security in the movement of prisoners between the jail and the courts in contrast to the present procedure of herding them across public streets from the jail to the courts building. The fact that the County is exempt from requirements to conform to the City's General Plan was noted, and following further discussion, Mayor Britschgi suggested reactivation of the Architectural Review Committee. A motion was made, seconded and carried by the Planning Commissioners that the City Council be requested to go on record with the Board of Supervisors with regard to their objections to the design and location of the new jail. MINUTE ORDER NO. 85 -26 There being no further business, the joint meeting adjourned at 9:35 p.m. FRANCES I. REGGETTS Deputy City Clerk Joint Mtg 2/26/85 Page 3 MINUTE BOOK NO. 45 Page No. 287