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Simon Vivian thanked Council for the time and effort they contribute. He spoke about the Flamingo Nightclub and it's affect on the neighborhood located in the Stambaugh- Heller Historical District. He further stated that the quality of life is seriously adversely affected and that he speaks on behalf of the residents in the area. Bruce Codding, President, Redwood City Education Foundation, presented Mayor Claire and Vice Mayor Ira with acknowledgement of charges against them for which they contributed to fund raising at the JukeBox Event on February 22, 2002. Mike Spence spoke about the issues facing the Stambaugh-Heller Historical District that are finally being addressed by the Police Department, City staff and neighbors. He handed out letters of opinion from the neighborhood association's unanimous vote related to the Flamingo Nightclub exiting plan and the Hide Away liquor sales. Judy Buchan, speaking as a member of the Stambaugh-Heller Neighborhood Association, stated concerns of a restaurant permit being issued at the Hideaway location. She suggested that the site be considered for housing when the issue is presented to the City Council. Maria Diaz VMan thanked Council and noted progress on the crosswalk at Middlefield and Woodslde. She asked for intervention from the City as the PCRC agreement has not been followed. Primarily, the clean-up around the nightclub has not been adhered to and fliers for events have not been distributed as the agreement states. She asked that the issue be re-examined. Jeri Joseph, Parks and Recreation Commission Chairperson, announced the First Annual Pet Parade to be held on Saturday, March 30, 2002 at Red Morton Community Center at 12:00 noon. Gayle Church, spoke on behalf of the American Cancer Society Redwood City Relay for Life Organizing Committee. She stated that over the last four years, the community and City Council has supported the efforts. She stated that last month she attended a relay summit for training and networking. She expressed her surprise that Redwood City was awarded for raising the third highest City per capita income in the category of cities with a population of 60,000 - 80,000. The next event will be held on May 18 and 19. Andy Frisch, speaking on behalf of the Peninsula Sunrise Rotary Club, announced its Annual Irish Night to be held on Saturday, March 16 at the Veterans Memorial Senior Center, 5:30 p.m. The cost is $25.00 per person and a raffle for a trip to Ireland is involved. Proceeds go to such local organizations as YMCA, Casa de Redwood, Kainos, Salvation Army, Little League and Redwood Family House. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 11,2002 MINUTES PAGE 2 MINUTES Book No. 59 Page No. 112