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B. Claim from Evercom Systems, Inc. Recommendation: Staff recommends the rejection of subject claim. (303) MINUTE ORDER 06 -165 7. STAFF REPORTS A. Capital Improvement Program Short Term Spending Limit Manager, Engineering and Construction Chang explained the program. Council made comments and asked questions pertaining to the Jardin de Ninos Park/Restroom project and the Senior Center Master Plan. Recommendation: M/S Hartnett/Bain reviewed and approved the proposed short term spending limit for the FY 2006 -2007 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) budget. The motion passed by a unanimous voice vote. (501) MINUTE ORDER 06 -167 B. Transportation Study Session Community Development Services Director Ingram highlighted some of the information provided in the packet by the work of Consultant Bruce Liedstrand. Downtown and the Transportation Systems that support it Council Members commented about the Caltrain Board 2025 Plan to take fixed rail two generations forward to an electrified system with a frequency of up to a train every 6 minutes that is more feasible than a possible statewide system. Comments included the need to be involved with Depot Circle and its location, that SamTrans' mission is being studied, that grade separations whether above or underground are necessary, and that a street connection to the train station should be considered. Public Comment: Jim Bigelow, Redwood City /San Mateo County Chamber of Commerce, stated that the report was excellent and that San Mateo County Transportation Authority needs to respond to the City on the next step in station area planning. He stated that Redwood City should be successful in obtaining study money considering the heavy CalTrain station use and the SamTrans station. Regarding grade separations, he emphasized community outreach and alternatives. He further stated that the TOD and Precise Plan REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES AUGUST 7, 2006 PAGE 4 MINUTE BOOK NO. 61 Page No. 232