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deliver and pick -up small children and that the people should be involved in the decision. Rudy Luca agreed with Option #3 so that the people have a right to a hearing to express views on why they do or do not approve. Whether there are restrictions or not, the problem exists because the right option is not in place. There are problems to be considered and the only way to approach that is to have a hearing. Shannon Lee Collins, a family child care provider, stated that it is difficult to get people to come out and make a stand when something works. She stated that young families depend on it and love coming to a home based center in their community. It is a misperception that these are large centers and she stated that there is a limit on the growth and most providers do not care for the maximum of 14 children due to scheduling and other considerations. She urged that Option #1 is the best and Option #2 would be the next best alternative. Lori de Martini stated that she is a day care provider in Belmont where there are conditional use permits, therefore, there are very few child care spots available and she often times needs to refer clients outside of the Belmont area. She stated that she charges higher rates than most Redwood City providers because of the limited openings in the area. She stated that there is a 40% turnover which would mean conducting many hearings before the City Council and encouraged studying how this might encourage or discourage future providers. Mayor Claire explained that the issues mentioned by Mr. Wolfskill were land use problems where the front yard had an easement across it that was owned by his next door neighbors who were using it as a driveway to get to a garage many years ago. The problem had more to do with many cars sifting right in his front yard that he did not own. Mayor Claire asked various questions of staff. Council comments included that it is important that residents have the opportunity to discuss concerns and Option #3 will encourage working toward consensus with neighbors. M/S Hartnett/Ira to adopt Option #3, involving a modified conditional use permit process with a public notice and hearing to approve large family day care homes. A draft ordinance to be prepared and placed on a future consent calendar. The motion passed by a majority roll call vote with Mayor Claire voting no and Council Member Jordan absent. MINUTE ORDER 03 -210 9. MATTERS OF COUNCIL INTEREST A. Legislation (information only) - This sub - section involves possible discussion of City Position on Proposed Legislation described in the League of California Cities Priority Focus Bulletin No. 31 -2003 and No. 32 -2003. Council may direct staff to REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING AUGUST 25, 2003 MINUTES PAGE 10 MINUTES Book No. 60 Page No. 45