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The need to further explore if additional shade type trees should be used was also noted. Public Comment: Keith Bautista stated that there is a tremendous lighting program for the Courthouse itself and one of the elements not totally coordinated was the lighting of the Courthouse from below up in correlation with the plaza design as there was no plaza design at the time. He stated his belief that a budget exists for some up lighting around the plaza next to the Courthouse and there should be some coordination with the architects about that point. He stated his concern that due to the size, space and number of palm trees we may block the view of the Courthouse. He further pointed to the maintenance of the palm fronds in order to mitigate liability and expressed concern about pigeons and potential for obtrusive mechanisms to control a pigeon problem. He stated that water features are not appropriate for this project. He asked about any flagpole and restrooms planned for the project. Ken Rolandelli stated that Redwood City is about to recapture a highly significant part of its past both in terms of uncovering the beautiful old county Courthouse as well as rediscovering an important and vital piece of open space that fronts it. As a member of the Historic Courthouse Restoration Committee and the City's Historic Resources Advisory Committee he has been involved with the project for four years. He stated his contentment. up until two weeks ago when he thoroughly read the Courthouse Facade Reconstruction and Plaza Project EIR. He submitted his letter dated February 7, 2005 which outlines his concerns and comments. Alan Bygdnes stated that it's not about the structure, columns, fountains but the concern is the unique walking feature designed to get across to the Fox Theatre. He stated that there should not be a pedestrian crosswalk right in the center of the block and that people are accustomed to having stop signs that assist in protecting the pedestrians. He further stated his concern that there will be a major catastrophe at that location. Nita Spangler stated that her view is tempered by the fact that in 1944 she was a reporter in that building and has a different feel for the plaza area. She stated that if there is not a budget to spend on the maintenance it will look shabby. She suggested using solar energy; that she would be happy with one pavilion that is open for a breeze to come through, less palm trees and emphasized the operating costs. She asked about location of garbage cans and restrooms. She stated that it is inappropriate to name anything in the project for anyone other JOINT CITY COUNCIL AND FEBRUARY 7, 2005 REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MEETING MINUTES PAGE 6 JOINT STUDY SESSION WITH PLANNING COMMISSION AND ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE MINUTES BOOK No. 60 Paae No. 400