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6. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS AND CONSENT CALENDAR Michael Giari, Port of Redwood City Executive Director, spoke about the non-disposal facility and he thanked the Planning staff for its explanation on item 6.36. Mr. Giari supports the Police vessel purchase as well. Vice Mayor Howard commented that Mr. Malcolm Smith, Public Information Officer with the City Manager's Department, is available to provide announcements on the topic. Item 6.3A was pulled for discussion. Cherlene Wright thanked Chaplain Logie for his words tonight. Ms. Wright thanked the Council and the community for their opposition to Measure W. She appreciated all Council decisions and discussions throughout the 2008 Special Election. Carole Wong thanked the smart citizens of Redwood City and the City Council for all their actions leading up to the election. She also thanked the other impacted homeowners for mobilizing and being effective. Ms. Wong said she learned that democracy is hard work and there shouldn't be any shortcuts. She thanked City staff and the Council for its dedication. She said that if the "son of ineasure W" comes forward people will mobilize again and take action but she also looks forward to building trust in the community. Gloria Rodriguez said she has come to the City for code enforcement issues. She made comments about staff coming into her home. She has filed a complaint with the City Clerk's Office and she wants some resolution to her problems. M/S Bain/Ira to approve the Consent Calendar except for item 6.3 A. Motion carries unanimously by roll call vote. Council Member Aguirre thanked staff for agenda item 6.3 A. Chris Cesena, Police Captain, answered questions regarding when the City would take possession of the boat. Council Member Pierce suggested having the boat at an upcoming event. Vice Mayor Howard said that she has been meeting regularly with the Police Chief and various interested parties. She thanked Mr. Bob Hoffman for his hard work and dedication to getting debris out of the waters. M/S Howard/Pierce to approve item 6.3.A Motion carries unanimously by roll call vote. MOTION: Waive reading of the Consent Calendar except the ordinances by title, adopt the resolutions and the ordinances, and approve other items. 6.1 Section - Motions A. Approve the Joint City Council and Redevelopment Agency Board meeting minutes of May 19, 2008, the Joint City Council and Redevelopment Agency Board meeting minutes of June 9, 2008, the Special Ethics Training on June 10, 2008, the Special Joint City Council and Community Facilities District Board meeting minutes of June 16, 2008, the Joint City Council and Redevelopment REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING NOVEMBER 10, 2008 MINUTES PAGE 2 MINUTE BOOK NO. 62 Page No. 254