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9.A. - Page 2 refined by City Council. If the study session accommodates it, we hope to develop the decision matrix enough such that one or two example properties can be inserted into the matrix to test the analysis and decision. With the passage of the Charter Amendment the City gained flexibility in its ability to buy and sell property. However, in order to proceed with projects such as Block 2, the City Council needs to adopt the operating rules to provide direction to staff. Based on the study session discussion, we anticipate returning to the Council with the necessary ordinances, which will include the foregoing operating rules, to either sell or lease Block 2 and other development projects as they arise. As Redwood City implements its goals, policies, and programs supporting the long -term physical development of the community, there are many aspects to consider when evaluating disposition of property. Many City -owned properties are used for City operations that benefit the community, such as parks and community centers, City Hall, Police and Fire facilities, public parking lots and garages, and other land and facilities within the public right -of -way. The City also owns various parcels that may or may not be currently used, but were always intended as some sort of development site. For example, Block 2 is a surface parking lot, but in the future will be developed according to the vision outlined in the City's Downtown Precise Plan and with City Council's Strategic Initiatives. Similarly, the City acquired properties along Maple Street near Docktown to better control the development of this area. How these properties are developed or disposed of will depend on the directions provided by Council. The City also owns land or parcels that it may wish to further evaluate, to determine whether they should be retained or sold. Examples include property previously within historic rights -of -way but which are no longer contiguous to the City's infrastructure or right -of -way, or assorted, miscellaneous small parcels not utilized for or adjacent to any other City property or use. In some cases these orphan parcels may be better utilized by private developers or companies, to better serve Redwood City's residents, businesses, and visitors. There may also be land or property the City does not currently own but which, if purchased by the City, could benefit the community. Examples are land or property that may connect City rights -of -way, unused property adjacent to City facilities, or property that may be used for new infrastructure facilities. SUSAN WHEELER MANAGEMENT ANALYST