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the measure and seek information if necessary, explaining that the Council is set to endorse and support Measure V. The measure will ensure that programs such as libraries and music programs remain and that small classes in the first three grades will continue along with special reading and math programs. Recommendation: Adopt a resolution supporting Measure V, which will be placed before the voters as a mail -in only ballot, with the election to be held on May 3, 2005. (301) RESOLUTION 14634 SUPPORTING MEASURE V, REDWOOD CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT FUNDING FOR CLASSROOM EDUCATION EXCELLENCE ACT OF 2005 M/S Foust/Aguirre to adjourn the Redevelopment Agency Meeting. The motion passed by a unanimous voice vote. 6. STUDY SESSION A. Presentation by Dan Burden: Healthy Streets for Healthy People Community Services Development Director Patterson explained Dan Burden's background. Dan Burden made his presentation using a PowerPoint presentation stating that his journey began approximately 9 years ago; he works about 340 days on the road and is introduced to every level of a community's progress. His presentation involved fundamental changes that towns, villages and major cities are going through across America, showing how all of this emerges into a new way of looking at the value of cities and where we want them to go long -term. Public Comment. Peggy Bruggman stated that she is an avid cyclist who cycles to work, for errands and every other opportunity she gets. She stated that since the City has cut back on street sweeping that the streets and lanes are noticeably dirtier. Over the last month of riding she has experienced two flats both due to construction debris, such as nails or screws. She asked if a meeting with cyclists in the area might assist in targeting the popular bicycle routes for extra sweeping. Secondly, she asked that the contractors be reminded to sweep prior to leaving the work area each day. She further stated her excitement over the visionary ideas presented. Keith Dahm, Redwood Village Neighborhood Association, thanked Council for the presentation and invited a visit to his street to help with their traffic calming. Regarding Middlefield Road and Woodside, he asked for comments on how to JOINT CITY COUNCIL AND MARCH 28, 2005 REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MEETING MINUTES PAGE 5 MINUTES BOOK NO. 60 Page No. 431