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selection came about. She believes that the consultant selected would put the city at risk <br /> of possible conflict of interest and possibly lack of objectivity. <br /> Aaron Lucian spoke about recent DUI articles and he said that it is unfortunate that <br /> Redwood City does not want to pursue State regulations. He would like an apology from <br /> the Police Department. He suggests having more checkpoints at that location because of <br /> the number of infractions. <br /> Billy James asked why this consultant (item 6.1 H) was picked and why the dollars are <br /> coming first and then the negotiation of the agreement. He said the consultant has an <br /> office in Minnesota and he appreciates the disclosure of the proximity with Cargill but his <br /> hope is that the relationship is impartial. <br /> Mayor Foust said that regarding the DUI issue this will come back with the City Manager <br /> providing some information. <br /> Mayor Foust read the titles of the items to be approved via the Consent Calendar, except <br /> items 6.1 G and 6.1 H. <br /> M/S Bain/Howard to approve the Consent Calendar, except for the items pulled. Motion <br /> carried unanimously by electronic vote. <br /> Discussion on 6.1 G <br /> Chu Chang, Building, Infrastructure and Transportation Director provided answers <br /> regarding who will collect the funds and reimburse the City. One Council Member wanted <br /> to be sure that the handling of the Assessment District will be done by the City of San <br /> Carlos and Redwood City will then be reimbursed. Mr. Chang confirmed those facts. <br /> M/ Hartnett/Ira to approve Consent Calendar item 6.1 G. Motion carried unanimously by <br /> electronic vote. <br /> Discussion on agenda item 6.1 H. <br /> City Manager Ingram provided information stating that this does not create a conflict of <br /> interest because the current relationship is between Redwood City staff and consultant <br /> and not DMB. He made it clear that this is not an impartial review of the proposal but a <br /> review of the application that was submitted, and the consultant's role will be to add staff <br /> capacity and resources to review the proposal. He explained that this is just the first <br /> review of the application and what this contract creates is staff capacity. Mr. Ingram <br /> explained that the experience that this team brings to the table is noteworthy. <br /> Regarding the selection process, the City Manager clarified that various firms had shown <br /> an interest on this project however the City Manager took the initiative to seek out firms <br /> that are used to this level and scale of a project. Mr. Ingram said that they need a firm <br /> that has project management skills and that this firm has this expertise. He also provided <br /> some information on how staff makes these types of decisions. Mr. Ingram said that he <br /> takes full responsibility for this recommendation. <br /> Council asked why it is best to have one large firm versus finro small firms. Mr. Ingram <br /> explained that having one firm that is accountable to staff is easier than having to manage <br /> JOINT CITY COUNCIL/REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY BOARD SEPTEMBER 14, 2009 <br /> MEETING MINUTES PAGE 3 <br /> MINUTE BOOK NO. 62 <br /> Page No. 466 <br />