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Kirk McKinney commercial real estate broker with California Partners and representing Juanita Casilla of Oven Fresh Bakery, expressed Interest in the Jefferson property. He and his client want to understand how Council may consider this type of property, and he explained that his client's business currently sits low, is landlocked, and she is interested in acquiring the land to expand her business. Carole Wong spoke about the General Plan, opined that it is good to create the tiers to define which properties are sacrosanct or not to take off the list of city properties. She encouraged caution in determining which ones to hold no matter what, fitting each into the vision and determining what is the best use for the public benefit, and how they may be subject to different definitions depending on use. She also questioned what happens when a guiding principle that conflicts with itself, such as more park space versus an elementary school. James Jonas commented that in terms of the General Plan, he likes to think about consensus because the public voted for it and they trust Council and staff to look for ways to support it. He asked that the public be given a map with the list of properties to make it more understandable. He thought "bucketing things" is a good idea because things do not yet need to be defined right now. There can be back and forth communication with an engaged community. Marc Molten, representing the Housing Leadership Council of San Mateo County, said he has files that include 707 Bradford, is excited to hear this address mentioned, and there is a need for more senior housing and day care on that site. One Council Member wanted to focus on the low hanging fruit and strengthen what is already here. Mr. Bell noted that tonight's discussion was mostly to provide Council with an inventory that still needs to be verified and the goal was to show the cheer volume and then come back with a color-coded map and per a Council Member request look at what is next to the properties. Another Council Member looked at where we have property and we as the city may want to expand. Regarding process, Council confirmed it wants to be involved and provide guidance. One Council Member would like to have a full review of the "bucket" properties. Another Council Member noted that the County of San Mateo is assessing its properties and it would be good to integrate it with our property list. This Council Member wants to be able to understand what the City is doing and other entities nearby such as the post office. Another Council Member noted that the armory is being closed. Vice Mayor Gee wanted to allow contingencies for wild card issues that come up. City Manager Bell thanked the facilitator and he said there will be a second Study Session on City-Owned property. He added that staff will be working on taking Guiding Principles into a Policy and will plug in some of the current properties. This will be part of a matrix which will consider adjacent properties. Dr. Bell added that at that time the Council's role will get better defined. 10. MATTERS OF COUNCIL INTEREST JOINT CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY February 27, 2012 MEETING MINUTES PAGE 12 MINUTE BOOK NO. 64 Page No. 62