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6. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS AND CONSENT CALENDAR - CITY COUNCIL: Colin Moyer, a 19-year Redwood City resident and 5-year BMX rider, stated that he has been riding his BMX at the city skate park since its opening. He stated that there has been a prominent Police presence at the skate park lately and that although he has never been in trouble, recently he and others have been cited for riding in the skate park. He understands that it is against the city ordinance but does not understand why the BMX riders are not allowed. Daniel Leahy stated that his BMX group is like other groups such as skateboarders, mountain bikers, baseball players, badminton players, or cricket players trying to gain access to the park already in place or have access while a facility is being prepared for the group. The main reason for the group not being allowed is related to an insurance policy issue related to cost, or that the bicycles cause damage to the park. He further stated that he has found no related lawsuits due to bikers in skate parks and that because of the structure of the park in Redwood City, there is no damage to the park. He stated that the group is seeking for a few words on the sign to be changed. Art Bush stated that he had spoken with a local immigration and customs agent who stated that there has not been an I.C.E. raid in 10 to 15 years due to a lack of manpower. He further stated that I.C.E. has a set of priorities to maximize the safety of all citizens and they are not interested in the street corner day laborers, but target felons and chronic Visa violators. He further explained the I.C.E. charge as described on its website. He stated that if our top law enforcement officials are unable to recognize and enforce Federal law they should be replaced. He cautioned to be aware of inflammatory reporting and the outright deception and lies of the open border crowd. Socorro Bush requested obtaining posting of signs on her street which is 10th Street right across from Taft School. As a resident she states there are always problems parking because of the school and medical service available. She further requested signage for days the street sweeper comes through stating that over the course of 20 years, the neighborhood association has been making the same request. City Manager Everett stated that a session was being set for a facilitated session with Peninsula Conflict Resolution Center to discuss the interests of the groups, advantages and disadvantages, and discussion between the skater group and BMX group to gain consensus on what would be a good and legitimate use of the park. He further asked that the group abide by the ordinance until such time as the exploration of the possibility of changing the ordinance occurs. Mayor Pierce stated that Council Member Aguirre would be interested in working with the groups. Daniel Leahy stated that he and Colin Moyer have a scheduled meeting on Tuesday, July 24 at 4:30 with PRCS Director Corinne Centeno at her office located at the skate park. There is also a meeting scheduled for Thursday at 5:30 at the Senior Center. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JULY 23, 2007 PAGE 2