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encouraging consideration of the horticulture aspects in the feasibility study and stated that planning the design appropriately should avoid problems in the future. C. Water Supply Assessment for the proposed Marina Shores Village Project; (802) Public Works Services Director Ingrain summarized the findings of the Water Supply Assessment (WSA). He stated that the law is specifically tied to the environmental review process and as such, the WSA document is very early in the process. He stated that the Council action is to simply approve the WSA and that Council is not acting on the project in any way. Mr. Ingrain summarized the analysis as the City of Redwood City does not currently have sufficient water supply to meet the projected water demands of the proposed Marina Shores Village Project together with those of its existing customers as well as the demands of other planned development. He further stated that if the City implements tentative plans for additional supplies in the near future, there should be sufficient water supply to meet projected future demands. The City's supply reliability now and into the future is a key factor in this determination. The VVSA is required by law and paid by through the Enterprise Fund with developers bearing the cost. Public Comment: Christina Lai stated her concerns about the homeowners' lack of understanding regarding the technicalities of the water project. She asked if it is possible to wait to approve the WS^ until after the September 16 meeting. Peter Lin asked how large the project is and made a comment on the fee for the WS^ report. He stated that if developers are going to build projects, they should pay for the report. He further asked what would happen if the Council does not approve the WSA. Mayor Claire responded that if not approved it will be sent back to staff, the project goes through an EIR, and there are many public hearings to be held. PVVS Director Ingrain responded that the developer's estimate is 407 acre feet per year. Robert Baldwin asked what percentage of the proJect is affordable or Iow income housing. He stated it is a very big project and one that might be put before the voters. Mayor Claire stated that a property owner has the right to propose a project. Robert Schmidt asked if the City gains liability if recycling does not go forward and the developer has committed funds. His second clarification request pertained to the recycled water being drinkable. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING AUGUST 26, 2002 MINUTES PAGE 10 MINUTES Book No. 59 Page No. 244