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with the boards, committees and commissions to report back to <br /> Council on how the funds are actually spent. <br /> <br /> The motion passed by a unanimous voice vote by those present. <br /> MINUTE ORDER 02-76 <br /> <br /> ii) Restoration of the San Mateo County Courthouse and Construction <br /> of the Courthouse Plaza (item continued from 3/11102); <br /> Council Member Pieme explained the recommendation and the history <br /> of the Courthouse. She stated that at this time there has been a <br /> collaboration of community members, the San Mateo County History <br /> Museum Board, the County and City. To bring the project forward, the <br /> recommendation is that the City take the lead agency status for <br /> removing the annex, working on the restoration of the exterior, creation <br /> of a plaza showcasing the building and creating a functional downtown <br /> space. She stated a number of letters have been received from the <br /> Executive Director of the Museum, the Citizens Committee, community <br /> members and the Civic Campaign. <br /> <br /> Public Comment: <br /> <br /> Robert M. Deskey, San Mateo County Historical Association, stated the <br /> Board thinks this is a splendid opportunity for a public and private <br /> partnership to promote one of the leading amenities in the County. He <br /> stated he was thanking the City and Council for the support. <br /> <br /> Council Member Pierce further detailed the responsibilities involved in <br /> lead agency status. <br /> <br /> M/S Pierce/Howard to support Redwood City becoming the Lead agency <br /> for the restoration of the Historic San Mateo County Courthouse and <br /> Courthouse Plaza, and investigate further, the funding options and work <br /> with the Campaign Steering Committee to do so; request the <br /> Redevelopment Agency allocate $500,000.00 to complete the design <br /> and preparation for the work. <br /> <br /> The motion passed by a unanimous voice vote by those present. <br /> MINUTE ORDER 02-77 <br /> <br /> ~12. B. Legislation - This sub-section involves possible discussion of City Position on <br /> Proposed Legislation Described in the League of California Cities Priority Focus <br /> Bulletin No. 10-2002 and No. 11-2002. Council may direct staff to act on positions <br /> taken by Council. (Copies of League of Califomia Cities Pdority Focus available in City <br /> Clerk's Department). <br /> <br />REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING March 25, 2002 <br />MINUTES PAGE 5 <br /> <br /> <br />