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Bruce DorFinan, with Townsend Dorfman Partners, said that this is the third college/teacher housing project he has seen and he finds it an innovative project. He provided details on this project and how, in his view, this can be a successful project based on what he has seen in other areas. M/S Ira/Pierce to close the public hearing. Motion carries unanimously by voice vote, with Council Member Bain recused. Council discussion Various Council Members posed questions of the City Attorney regarding the CEQA review process. Mr. Yamamoto responded explaining the regulations set by the State of California. He also referred back to an agreement dating back to 2007 when the City entered into an agreement with the Canada College to be the "Lead Agency". He also made reference to an addendum that was entered into to clarify the GEQA issue. Mayor Foust, clarifi�d (for the record) that Canada College means the San Mateo Community College District, and the City Attorney confirmed. Various Council Members asked questions of staff regarding housing projects and affordable housing. The number of affordable units was discussed in detail. One Council Member reported on all the meetings that took place to date on the matter and asked further questions of Mr. Murphy. The legal counsel, provided details on the environmental review process that led to the mitigated negative declaration and how this was as thorough and public process as he has seen. Council asked questions about the property tax exchange. Staff provided clarity s�ying that this is a necessary step for the de-annexation to take place. Mr. Yamamoto also provided additional details. The sixiy-forty split was discussed. One Council Member shared specific information on the rationale behind the formula and the trade offs. A question was posed about what jurisdiction will provide police services to the future development. One Council Member made comments regarding the partnership that this represents. He opined that the current project is far better because of the activism of the neighborhood. He appreciated all the stakeholders and their input. Council thanked the San Mateo Community College District for its willingness to involve different players. Others made comments of thanks for all their hard work from staff, neighbors and the many jurisdictions involved. Mayor Foust summarized that this is about doing the right thing and not the easy thing. M/S Pierce/Howard to deny the appeal and adopt recommendation #1 of the staff report. Council Member Pierce stated that in the spirit of fufl disclosure she had attended at least two meetings, reviewed tapings of others, and that she lives on Eden Bauer Lane. Motion carries by unanimous roll call vote with Council Member Bain recused. JOINT CITY COUNCIUREDEVELOPMENT AGENCY BOARD MEETING APRIL 28, 2008 MINUTES PAGE 10