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Cities Priority Focus Bulletin No. 37-200� and No. 38-2004. Council may direct <br /> staff to act on positions taken by Council. (Copies of League of Califomia Cities <br /> Priority Focus available in City Clerk's Department). <br /> B. Council consideration to support H.R. 4585 that would authorize funding for <br /> full-service community schools <br /> Vice Mayor Pierce stated that this legislation fits with the existing collaboration <br /> befinreen the schools, the County, Redwood City 2020 and the numerous non- <br /> profit organizations providing support in the schools. She stated that H.R. 4585 is <br /> a Federal bill that would authorize funding for full service schools. Although it is <br /> possible there will be no funding this year, she stated it is important to show <br /> support and encourage efforts on behalf of community schools. <br /> Recommendation: <br /> M/S Foust/Ruskin to adopt a resolution that supports H.R. 4585 and urges the <br /> San Mateo Congressional Delegation to co-sponsor the bill. <br /> ADOPT RESOLUTION 14610 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF •THE CITY OF REDWOOD <br /> CITY IN SUPPORT OF H.R. 4585 — FULL SERVICE COMMUNITY SCHOOLS ACT OF <br /> 2004 <br /> The motion passed by a unanimous roll call vote by those present. <br /> C. Council Member Foust — stated that the Sequoia Awards, a non-profit <br /> association that awards scholarships to Redwood City students based on <br /> volunteer efforts, is accepting nominations. The nomination process extends <br /> through October 31 and nominations are accepted for student awards for 20 <br /> corporate scholarships of $2,000. each. Two scholarships for $5,000. each and <br /> one for $10,000. will also be awarded. A nomination process for an outstanding <br /> business and an outstanding individual involved in community service is also in <br /> place. Nomination forms and more information are available at <br /> www.sequoiaawards org. <br /> D. Vice Mayor Pierce — stated she had recently attended the Wells Fargo <br /> breakfast where funds were distributed and Redwood City 2020 and its partners <br /> received a large check that will assist them. As Wells Fargo joins the partnership <br /> as a business member, she expressed her appreciation for business members <br /> participating in the community and making a difference. <br /> 10. ADJOURNMENT — 7:46 p.m. <br /> M/S FousUHartnett to adjourn to the next regular meeting of October 25, 2004. The <br /> motion passed by a unanimous voice vote by those present. <br /> Respectfully submitted, <br /> Patricia S. Howe <br /> City Clerk <br /> CITY COUNCIL AND REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OCTOBER 11, 2004 <br /> JOINT MEETING MINUTES PAGE 6 <br />