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Mayor Foust thanked staff, the children, and the parents for their support and assistance in promoting water conservation. Mayor Foust, on behalf of the City Council and the community, recognized and thankec retiring Public Works Superintendent Manny Rosas for his eleven years working for the City. She commended him on his professionalism, tireless efforts, expertise, and his legacy of helping make the City's water conservation program renowned. Public Works Superintendent Manny Rosas thanked the Council for its support and for funding water conservation programs. He also thanked the community for becoming increasingly water -wise. Mr. Rosas announced the creation of a new water wise mascot in the form of a water drop to debut soon. Council Member Hartnett congratulated Public Works Superintendent Rosas and noted that he had made one of the most interesting presentations on the various issues related to water and toilets. 6. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS AND CONSENT CALENDAR - CITY COUNCIL /REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY BOARD Christina Lai stated that she has spoken with others who agree with her opposition on the use of recycled water in toilets in elementary schools. She then read a statement delineating reasons why she is against its use in schools and parks. She stated that she and her supporters are asking Council to adopt a policy against the use of recycled water in Redwood Shores' schools and parks. Chet Yee stated that he was a member of the Recycled Water Task Force and reiterated his belief that the use of recycled water in schools may be harmful. Mark McLaren (with time donated by Camille Fisher) stated that he was a member of the Recycled Water Task Force and read a letter (on file) that was submitted to Council. The letter is from 12 members of the Recycled Water Task Force and states their objection and goal of keeping recycled water out of schools and asks Council to not use recycled water in Redwood City. Mayor Foust stated that this item is not on the Council agenda so Council cannot discuss it, but she wanted to note that she and Council Members Aguirre and Ira are on the Utilities Committee and that Council Member Ira had some comments on the issue. Council Member Ira stated that this issue has been discussed by the Utilities Committee and that group is working on developing a policy on recycled water use and they would like to bring it directly to Council along with their recommendation for a full vote. He also stated that he values and wants community involvement including the task force. JOINT CITY COUNCIL /REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY BOARD MEETING DECEMBER 10, 2007 MINUTES PAGE 3 MINUTE BOOK NO. 61 Page No. 531