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<br />address all issues. He also spoke to the unintended consequences of the proposed <br />initiative. <br /> <br />Rich Panelli supported the City Council in its efforts and spoke to the passion, priorities, <br />planning and support over the issues at hand, and the need for compromise. He does not <br />support the process to date because it looks like there hasn't been a dialogue with the <br />Council. He made comments about recent filings and how much money is being spent. <br /> <br />Mark Fasset, said that originally he was hopeful a compromise was going to be reached <br />but now it does not seem that that the city sponsored effort will go forward. Mark Fassett, <br />spoke to the effects of the initiative for the homeowners in the area, if the initiative passes. <br />He spoke to other community uses of their wetlands, and spoke to having both the <br />initiative and the countermeasure on the ballot to give everyone choice and voice. <br /> <br />Daniel Paley stated there was no right or wrong answer and also the fact that this brought <br />community members together, even if not always positive. He stated his efforts to stay <br />informed through this process, and shared his trust in Council's decisions and hoped for a <br />collaborative measure. <br /> <br />Tim Martin stated that he is for the Open Space Vote, that he worked on it with the Friends <br />of Redwood City, and is not comfortable with the proposed countermeasure. He does not <br />support the alternative measure. He has lived in Redwood City off and on over the years <br />and has learned to sail in Redwood City and really enjoys it. <br /> <br />Celli Frost honored the intentions of both sides of the issues; however, the execution of <br />the two-thirds vote amendment needed to be looked at more closely and its consequences <br />and expenses if this passes. She stressed the importance of the City Charter. <br /> <br />Pat Black thanked the Mayor and City Council for their work and offered her support to the <br />Council. She spoke to the effects the proposed change would have on the residents of <br />Docktown. She stated everyone had voice, but working with the City Council was <br />important. As a resident of Docktown Marina, she thanked the Council for the process. <br />She explained how much a charter amendment will impact her. She would like residents <br />to take a stand and she wants these discussions to take place and collaboration with the <br />Council. She supports the Council and its work. <br /> <br />Carole Wong stated the City's countermeasure is about responsible development, gives <br />voters simple majority, protects property owners and community members from <br />unintended consequences. She further opined that it is not misleading, has proper focus, <br />clear authority and finds it a viable option. <br /> <br />Pat Dixon, a resident of Docktown, stated her concerns as to the countermeasure and its <br />effects on the community and the city. She asked that the decision-making process <br />and/or putting measures on the ballot be held off until a future election to allow more time <br />for adequate discussion and planning. <br /> <br />Mayor Foust thanked members of the public for their comments in this and all prior <br />meetings. She also addressed the comments made as to her and/or any other Council <br />Members' conflicts of interest, the integrity of the Council as a whole, and her right to earn <br /> <br />REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING <br />MINUTES <br /> <br />AUGUST 4, 2008 <br />PAGE 7 <br />