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" Park & Recreation Commission Wnutes of May 24, 2000 Page 2 . He stated that Public Works Services will be removing ten dead trees on Redwood Shores Parkway. Superintendent Hover has sent copies of all documentation regarding this situation to the City Manager to explain the history and what has happened so far. It was explained that Public Works Superintendent Gordon Mann came to the Commission for guidance in October 1999, the Commission approved his request to remove infested public trees and the issue is still not resolved. Commissioner Swo'pe felt Superintendent Mann should have the authority to have public trees removed when warranted, and there is problem with the ordinance if he cannot do so. Commissioner Swope was very concerned about the end result of using one pest to get rid of another because it could have negative effects upon the community. The Commissioners requested that Superintendent Gordon Mann come to the next meeting to provide an update on the program. ITEM 3 - UPDATES -Stu Isaft Pa rk Superintendent Hover announced the Stulsaft Park Project went out to bid this week and bids will be due by June 30. Construction should begin in late July and the park will open in Spring 2001. It was requested that a sign be posted at the site with the anticipated park completion date. -CIP Budget Update Superintendent Hover passed out a draft of FY2000-2010 CIP projects. He spoke about a complaint received from a neighbor of Stafford Park who was upset about the large number of people using the park and traffic/parking issues as a result of the attendance. Superintendent Hover and Director Griffiths visited Stafford Park today and found over 100 people using the park. They spoke to many of the people there and found that most were Redwood City residents and they also observed that 38 children were using the water play feature. Superintendent Hover stated staff is considering fencing off a portion of the Valota Road playground area at Red Morton Park and installing a water feature as a future project. This might help relieve some of the attendance at Stafford Park. The Commissioners discussed potential parking issues at Stulsaft Park after it is renovated. -Adopt-a-Park Commissioner Joseph reported that on Saturday, May 13, approximately than 40 to 50 North Star Academy children and parents participated in the Adopt- a-Park program at Stafford Park. Wegman's Nursery donated approximately $250.00 in plants and shrubs for the project, which the children and parents planted. Commissioner Joseph sent a thank you to Wegman's for their generous donation and also sent local newspapers an article on the event. She said she is trying to get one school per month to participate in the program. Chairperson Davis said he will write a thank you letter to Wegman's and NorthStar Academy on behalf of the Commission.