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amazing this report even exists. It took alot of work from many members of the community and City staff to complete this effort, especially Kristen Anderson. She also thanked Diane Howard for her work on the committee. Commissioner Davis wrote his comments up in letter form and gave it to Ms. Anderson and said he felt the committee should be commended for its work. Commissioner Slusser felt the draft was an excellent start. He felt on page 2 of the draft, the word "augment" should be used as a stronger approach. He also thought we should try to bring programs to people, not people to programs. Chairperson Howard said that due to budget restraints, this is such a difficult task, but the committee would like to try and work on this project. The Cities of Daly City and San Mateo are both very interested in our draft. Commissioner Davis felt the Commission should formally thank the committee for their efforts and commend them for a job well done. ITEM 2 - Union Cemetery Commissioner Swope reported that she met with the members of the Union Cemetery Committee regarding the direction the committee wants to take regarding the site. Some of the members want to hire a management consultant to assist in the restoration of the cemetery; other members were concerned about spending $12,000-$15,000 it would cost for a consultant, when there are more pressing needs within the City. Commissioner Swope had contacted Mr. Thad Van Bueren, a Historical Archeologist with the Office of Historial Preservation, California Department of Parks and Recreation. He estimated that it would cost $150-$400 a day, plus expenses, for a historical archeologist to prepare a comprehensive management plan. This process would take approximately 30 days (10 days for survey,. 20 days for the remainder of the project). The cost would be $12,000 (30 days x $400 per day). Commissioner Swope felt that because we do not know what is proper and what is not, a professional should be brought in to advise us what to do. It is also critical to involve volunteers but still retain the integrity of the site. She also stated that if we had a management plan, it could be used to apply for funding from other sources. Redwood City resident Virginia Geller stated she felt we should retain a professional person for guidance to preserve the site. She felt volunteers could help, but because of this unique historical site, a professional was necessary. The Commissioners discussed the use of volunteers in this project and some of the current problems in the Cemetery. Jean Cloud, a member of the Committee, stated that we have a landscaping plan which was done several years ago at a cost of $25,000.00. She also indicated that the Committee has the complete history of the cemetery and maps to support the history. She said she did not want national status jeopardized, but that immediate work needed to be done in the cemetery in order to preserve several damaged items. She would like these items repaired before we receive a management plan. Director Griffiths reviewed the process to obtain a consultant for this project with the Commissioners. M/S Slusser/Howard: To request funds from the City to hire a qualified consultant to help prepare a management plan of the Union Cemetery. The management plan would address current, future and ongoing needs of the cemetery.