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collecting input on what to do about this situation. There was also a historical resources <br /> report which was submitted to the State of California and to the Planning Commission. <br /> Mr. Beth explained that while conducting this research the YMCA emerged as a partner <br /> and the City Manager was invited to view a model of a partnership between Morgan Hill <br /> and YMCA — Centennial Center. Staff's recommendation is that this partnership is a <br /> prudent approach with multiple benefits to the partners involved. There was a request <br /> for Council representatives on a committee that would oversee these negotiations. <br /> Council had some questions about the process and logistics of how this would become <br /> a reality and what the options. Overall Council was supportive of the approach and <br /> effort. One Council Member noted this is the type of innovation the Council is looking for <br /> and welcomes. Council complimented staff on the creativity and the ability to bring <br /> forward new approaches. There were two Council Members who offered to serve on <br /> this ad hoc committee. <br /> Mr. Beth explained that staff appreciates the opportunity to be creative with tax payers' <br /> money. Julie Westlock, CEO of the Sequoia YMCA, spoke about this opportunity and <br /> the partnership model similar to the one for Morgan Hill. She provided details on that <br /> membership model. <br /> Another Council Member thanked Mr. Beth for the presentation. One Council Member <br /> commented that the Human Resources functions should also be combined if possible. <br /> Staff confirmed they are looking into it. <br /> M/S Bain/Seybert to approve the recommendation. Motion carried by unanimous <br /> electronic vote. MINUTE ORDER 11-202 <br /> City Manager Bell thanked Chris Beth for all his vision and hard work in this initiative as <br /> well as the YMCA representative. In regards to the Council ad hoc committee, Mayor <br /> Aguirre said she will be looking into this. <br /> C. Update on the Depot Circle Development Request for Qualifications <br /> (RFQ). (402) <br /> Recommendation: <br /> By motion direct staff to begin negotiations with the two recommended <br /> development entities, based on the schedule outlined in this report and <br /> authorize staff to move Redwood Creek culvert. <br /> Mr. Bill Ekern, Director of Community Development, provided the report and explained <br /> the actions before Council. He mentioned the issue of the Redwood Creek culvert and <br /> what kind of direction staff sought from Council. <br /> One Council Member wanted to consider the financial situation and what other projects <br /> have these two developers done in Redwood City and surrounding cities, what types of <br /> local vendors they use, what their plans are to keep the site self-contained during the <br /> construction phase and what is the plan to replace the impacted parking. This Council <br /> Member would have liked the report to explain why the other three proposals did not <br /> move forvvard, and she also thought it would be beneficial for the community to know. <br /> JOINT CITY COUNCIUREDEVELOPMENT AGENCY BOARD December 12, 2011 <br /> MEETING MINUTES PAGE 9 <br /> MINUTE BOOK NO. 63 <br /> Page No. 445 <br />