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stated there is no definitive case made against the recycled water and he has not understood it to be mandatory. Jeff Gee, representing the Shore at California Bayside HOA, comprised of 112 single family homes, over 8 acres of landscaping, and looking at investing $200,000.00 in landscape improvements. In January, the Board voted unanimously to deliver a letter expressing interest in participating in the recycled water program. He encouraged Council to also look at the financial models so that participants will be rewarded properly for participating in the recycled water program. Maureen Smith stated that she has researched the subject for the last year based on two issues that rise as the mantra of recycled water proponents: that recycled water has been used all over the world for decades with never a reported case of illness from drinking or using recycled water. She cited a program in Australia where extensive precautions are in place and described them in detail. Alan Bygdnes supported the proposal as timely to approve whether there is recycled water implementation or not. He stated that if the true intent is not to use it in residential areas then the vote for this proposal will make no difference in the plan to use recycled water. If recycled water use is implemented than the policy will affect residents. Ray Wang thanked Council and stated that the residents have listened and voiced concerns while patiently awaiting the leadership and respecting these concerns. He stated that now is an opportunity to show that Council has heard those concerns. He further urged Council to support the policy. Rich Hegeman stated that he shares some of the safety concerns. While investigating some of the concerns he encouraged working with Peter to address alternatives. His suggestion is that perhaps desalinization is a good solution, reverse osmosis may be a good solution, or combining those by using reverse osmosis and using the same pipes as the Hetch Hetchy water. Kate Eckhardt stated that she does not think anything should be done without representation or it would be a misuse of power. The residents should be duly informed and medical experts should be brought to bear. As a former broadcast reporter, she stated she has done documentaries on the topic and that there are ramifications. She stated that contamination of pipes and groundwater is irreversible She summarized by asking that water be obtained from the right source. Art Ross, representing 170 homes in Beacon Homes HOA, stated that there was unanimous support to object to using recycled water on front lawns and children's play areas. Alternatively, there was support for recycled water in areas where landscaping is ornamental such as commercial and industrial areas. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 3, 2003 MINUTES PAGE