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1) Local speed ordinance and the need for speed restricted areas; 2) Overnight mooring and anchoring; 3) Abandoned vessels; --. 4) Pollution; James Jonas spoke on the issue of the waterways in Redwood City and what a marvelous resurgence of birds is taking place. However there is a serious speeding problem. Those who live in the Marina feel that this is creating an unsafe water environment. Additionally, he said that it is also very important to address the vessels that sink and are not pulled out of the water. Mr. Jonas said that while we have a wonderful waterway it is important to be responsible for making it even better. Ralph Nobles spoke on behalf of Bob Hoffman and explained that continued enforcement should be a priority for the City. It is very important to address this issue and take care of it efficiently. M/S Howard/Ira that the recommendations presented in the report be forwarded to the City legal department to be incorporated into codes that will be usable by the police department as tools to act on the issues at hand. City Attorney stated that for Council clarification when the issue reaches the City Attorney department it will be necessary to review the issue from a jurisdictional standpoint. Mayor Ruskin concurred. Yes - Hartnett, Howard, Ira, Jordan, Pierce Vice-Mayor Claire, Mayor Ruskin No - None The motion passed by a unanimous roll call vote. Council Member Howard thanked the police department and Mike Giari, Port Commissioner for staying so late. Mayor Ruskin invited City Residents to apply for the current vacancies in the City of Redwood City various Boards, Commissions and Committees. 12. BOARDS, COMMISSION AND COMMITTEE REPORTS -None 13. CLOSED SESSION- None 14. ADJOURNMENT- MOTION:M/S Hartnett/Ira to adjourn until the meeting next meeting of July 9, 2001. The motion passed by a unanimous voice vote by those present. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 25,2001 ~. MINUTES PAGE 17 MINUTES Book No. 58 Page No. 453