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of the project. She stated that she is not convinced that Stanford will comply with the community needs and she wants to be sure that there is clear assurance that Stanford will listen to the needs and comply. She further stated that culturally competent services should be proYided and that a productive and effective line of communication with labor and the community is in order. She stated that EI Concillio would propose that a body be created for that purpose to oyersee not only the planning process but the ongoing success and promotion of good, strong community relations and labor relations. Christine Walters stated that her partner is an employee of Stanford and they are both residents of Redwood City. She echoed the concerns of her fellow residents about open and transparent process of community input. She further announced a town hall meeting and community forum featuring guest panelists, community organizations, residents and elected officials to further air issues surrounding this expansion project. The forum will be held at 6:00 p.m. on November 17 at the Fair Oaks Community Center. Cassiopeia Kitchens stated that she is a resident and attends Canada College and she expressed her opinion that the City Council should demand a full environmental impact report so that the environmental interests of the community are protected. Janet Borgens, representing the Friendly Acres Neighborhood Association, stated that the organization has been in talks regarding the projects for some time and there are some concerns. She stated that parking is a concern and Stanford is known for charging to park which encourages parking into the neighborhood. Another issue is that an estimate of 600 jobs is projected for the site with approximately 500 already held by Stanford employees. She stated that the organization would like to see the potentially 100 new jobs be filled by Redwood City residents. She also stated the biohazard issue since the location is in a flood area and that these concerns have been brought forward and that there is communication occurring. Council Members stated the need for the organization to discuss with Stanford the impact of housing with new employees or transfer of employees into the area. The point was made that communities without jobs do not function well and that the opportunity to share the concerns and work together will be available. Mayor Ira stated that the town hall meeting is being sponsored by EI Concillio of San Mateo County, San Mateo County Supervisor Rose Jacobs-Gibson and SEIU Local 715. Principal Planner Passanisi was asked and stated the process begins with an environmental assessment to see what any potential impacts might be. If the impacts appear to be relatively minor that can be mitigated or reduced to an acceptable degree, a mitigated negative declaration could be done in 2-3 months. JOINT CITY COUNCIL AND REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MEETING MINUTES OCTOBER 24, 2005 PAGE 8