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Warren Dale stated that everybody had the right to file for the open seats, and if people <br />did not take that opportunity then the City should save the estimated $35,000 that an <br />election would cost. The money could be used in many ways. <br /> <br />Peter Bermer advocated for an appointment not only because he believes in saving the <br />money but also time and energy. The Council should focus on current important <br />decisions, and continue doing a good job for the City. <br /> <br />John Anagnostou believes that a "mock" election is not the answer. Instead the City <br />Council should focus on the business at hand, and not in a useless election. The decision <br />of appointing will save the City time and money. <br /> <br />Ian Bain believes that the City should make the wisest decision, which is to save the <br />money and declare the election over. <br /> <br />Georgie La Berge encouraged the Council to appoint the incumbents because there is no <br />need for an election and spending money and time on this issue would be a waste. <br />Advised the City Council to cancel the election and appoint. <br /> <br />M/S Claire/Pierce to reappoint to the office of City Council the three qualified candidates <br />Jim Hartnett, Diane Howard, and Jeff Ira. The motion passed by a 3/1 vote with Claire, <br />Pierce and Ruskin voting in favor and Jordan opposing. Council members Hartnett, <br />Howard and Ira were absent. <br /> <br />City Attorney Yamamoto stated that the motion includes adoption of a resolution that <br />was included in the packet and reads as follows: <br /> <br />RESOLUTION NO. 14316 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDWOOD CITY, <br />CALIFORNIA, PROVIDING FOR THE APPOINTMENT TO THE OFFICES OF CITY <br />COUNCIL OF THIS CITY THAT WERE TO BE ELECTED ON TUESDAY NOVEMBER, 6 <br />2001; <br /> <br />Council engaged in some discussion and some Council members stated that holding an <br />election in these circumstances could be very divisive and useless for the citizens. Other <br />comments included a suggestion to hold a public forum with the three candidates to <br />promote a better dialogue about City needs. It was also expressed that it was unfortunate <br />that Mr. Luca would not have a chance to be a write in. <br /> <br />6. Adjournment - M/S Pierce, Jordan to adjourn until the next regular meeting of August <br /> 27, 2001. <br /> <br />Meeting adjourned at 5:40 p.m. <br /> <br />SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING AUGUST 23,2001 <br />MINUTES PAGE 3 <br />MINUTESB0ok No. 58 <br />Page No. 490 <br /> <br /> <br />