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Council asked the City Attorney to address the issue of park versus residential properties, and all the implications that exist with the port lands, when crafting the countermeasure. Mayor Foust spoke generally on the issue and summarized what had been recommended by Council. The Mayor thanked all of the speakers for joining in the process, whether people agreed and/or disagreed. She expressed pride in Redwood City and her pride in being an elected member by the community. She outlined what would likely happen in the next three Council meetings before bringing this to a vote. The City Attorney went over the objectives Council would meet through the next three meetings of July 21 July 28`h and August 4` with August 4 being their last date to act, unless an additional Special Meeting were called. The Mayor stated this additional period would provide the community with time to weigh in, comment on and or review new information and wording prior to going to a vote. Council stated new information would be available in the agenda packets the Thursday prior to each new meeting. Council asked about the larger scope discussion on the topic of restoration and the future vision for the Bay lands. Council stated it would be helpful if everyone . involved, Council and Communiry, got their information to the City Attorney or City Manager prior to the July 21 meeting. Mayor Foust stressed that this included not only Save the Bay and Friends of Redwood City, but also the property owners in the area, and that since this is a Council/Community-directed measure it would be helpful to have information from everyone involved or affected. 8. MATTERS OF COUNCIL INTEREST A. Legislation (information only) - This sub-section involves possible discussion of City Position on Proposed Legislation described in the League of California Cities Priority Focus Bulletin No. 25-2008. Council may direct staff to act on positions taken by Council. (Copies of League of California Cities Priority Focus available in City Clerk's Department). B. New General Plan Monthly Status Report (Information Only). Council Member Hartnett thanked staff for the report. C. Ongoing Matters 1. Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) — Redwood Shores Levees. City Manager, Peter Ingram, stated his staff has been fully engaged with other agencies and FEMA making sure that it fully reflects the flood plains and the levy system to make it work effectively. He stated there are upcoming meetings prior to the final steps to be considered. He encouraged neighboring counties to join in the discussion since this issue crosses j u risd i ctio n a I I i nes. JOINT CITY COUNCIUREDEVELOPMENT AGENCY BOARD JULY 7, 2008 MEETING MINUTES PAGE 9 MINUTE BOOK NO. 62 Page No. 153