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III. Community Input <br /> <br /> Warren Dale, Chairperson of Civic Cultural Commission, stated that he had good news. He <br /> stated the Commission has developed a strategic plan and named the various opportunities for <br /> focus such as performing arts, ballet, public art and participation in the Fox Theatre <br /> opportunities. <br /> <br /> Rudy Luca asked if the areas of discussion would be addressed through the previous budget or <br /> continue into the new budget. <br /> <br /> Keith Bautista stated the County Courthouse Restoration Committee's desire to take it back to <br /> its grandeur. He encouraged the City Council to make it a priority and stated that the <br /> Committee has raised over $130,000.00 and has prepared schematic plans. <br /> <br /> Deborah Grove restated the December 4, 2001 letter from the Senior Affairs Commission <br /> requesting consideration of $7,000.00 to conduct a survey project. She stated that although the <br /> initial request was that the funding come fi.om the 2001 Election Savings, the Commission is <br /> not indifferent to the funding source. <br /> <br /> Steven Howard, Architectural Review Committee Member, stated a process is necessary for <br /> those reviewing projects and that the code enforcement process lacks follow-up for compliance. <br /> He suggested a mentor program to ensure success for those seeking to build in the City. <br /> <br /> Erin Callaghan, Redwood Oaks Neighborhood Association, stated the need for infrastructure <br /> focus for sewer and water needs. She further stated that Woodside Road is seen more by outside <br /> residents and should be considered a priority. <br /> <br /> Rosanne Foust stated three issues as priorities: Advance planning on the General Plan; <br /> childcare needs, suggesting a look at South San Francisco; and library services in Redwood <br /> Shores suggesting community input toward fundraising. <br /> <br /> David Stuart thanked the Council for its visibility at events, responsiveness to needs and <br /> support of education. He stated that Redwood City has the finest elementary library in the <br /> country. <br /> <br /> Pete Hughes thanked the Council and offered four priority suggestions: 1) Affordable housing <br /> - stating Casa de Redwood is ready to help with low-income senior housing. 2) Parking - <br /> suggesting permits be used. 3) South shore recreation activities and 4) water recycling to be <br /> implemented throughout the city. <br /> <br />SPECIAL MEETING January 26. 2002 <br />MINUTES PAGE 2 <br />MINUTES Book No. 59 <br />Page No. 81 <br /> <br /> <br />