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Angela Olcese stated that her son is a reservist in Iraq and that she spoke in San Francisco when the resolution was proposed. She stated that if a picture could be sent with yellow ribbons displayed in her and others' sons' hometown of Redwood City it would make them very happy. Captain Theodore Wong, the officer in charge in San Bruno for these deployed Marines, stated that just in this community there are 200. He stated that he was asked to come and propose a resolution to accept and display yellow ribbons in support of the troops. He stated that the Yellow Ribbon Campaign is in no way a reflection of the City's support of the war. It is actually a direct support of the troops and they need the support to know that people are behind them and that they are doing a good job. He stated that the young men and women are showing what they have learned with their integrity, dependability, judgment, justice and by supporting each other. Mike Spence stated that although he had been asked to present the proposal over a week ago, it is more important than ever now. He stated that we must find a politically correct way to show support and that Redwood City is truly a hometown to America's new heroes. He stated that he is proud and honored to present the resolution and knows that the Council cannot act on this because it is not on the agenda. He asked that the time and thought be given to ensure that these particular people who are risking their lives in parts of the world to bring freedom to those who need it most are recognized in this city. Council Member Hartnett stated that his suggestion is for Mayor Claire to appoint a subcommittee to make a recommendation to the Council on this subject. Mayor Claire appointed Council Members Hartnett and Pierce to an ad hoc committee to bring a recommendation back to Council for consideration. Nano Maldonado proposed displaying a big yellow ribbon on his billboards in Redwood City. 6. CONSENT CALENDAR Items on the Consent Calendar are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be enacted by one motion and one vote. The Consent Calendar category is limited to 15 minutes of comment to be allocated as determined by the Mayor. If you wish to speak to items on the Consent Calendar, please complete a speaker's card and give to Council Volunteer Art Balsamo. MIS Ruskin /Pierce to waive reading of the Consent Calendar except the ordinances by title, adopt the resolutions and the ordinances, and approve other items. The motion passed by a unanimous roll call vote by those present with Council Member Howard absent. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 7, 2003 MINUTES PAGE 2