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i in favor of continuing the process and advised that people should know what they want and voice their opinion. Craig Thompson, a Redwood City homeowner, complimented the work staff has done involving the community. He personally spoke in favor for the 50-50 plan with housing that is affordable. As a member of the Operating Engineers Local #3, he also spoke in favor of the project. Mary Meyer spoke in favor of the review process of the proposed DMB project. She spoke about the need for more safe places for youth and families, such as parks, schools, and an environment to foster positive youth development. Bill Van Cleve, President of the board of trustees for Casa de Redwood, said he and his wife have lived in Redwood City for 26 years, they have been active in cultural life, and voted in every election. He spoke in favor of healthcare for low-income seniors and how he is looking for land to build a second "Casa", possibly in the proposed area. Kaia Eakin, thanked Council for the overview of the process and had some questions about disposition and payment of any additional technical reports. She asked Council to commit to choosing total wetland restoration as an option of the EIR. Mayor Ira said that if there are questions, answers can be posted on the web. Senior Planner Lyon noted that the City routinely rejects proposals by developers. Kassandra Hernandez, representing the Leadership Youth Program from Sequoia High School District along with four other students, spoke about their program to promote active youth leadership in community matters and to help Redwood City grow and prosper. She spoke in favor of the need for careful study, believes there are many benefits, and supports the plan. Mary Guedon, a 34-year resident of Redwood City and representing the "Raging Grannies", spoke in favor of environmental stewardship, restoration and reclamation of the salt ponds now. Luis Crowe, director of a theater along with five others, spoke about their work to promote professional quality plays in Spanish in the Bay Area for children, teens, and adults. He said they care about the future of the City, particularly opportunities for the Hispanic community, and he thanked Council for the review of the Saltworks plan expressing hope for a new theater. Arnoldo Arreola, a resident of Redwood City since 1965, expressed his appreciation of the city and community. He spoke in favor of the process, the need for sustainability, and the need to learn more about the 50-50 plan, and to have a process based on evaluation before making a decision. Evelyn Meier, a resident of Redwood City, spoke about issues concerning the proposed saltponds development: increased traffic and danger, water supply, earthquakes, possible JOINT CITY COUNCIL/REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY BOARD August 23, 2010 MEETING MINUTES PAGE 6 MINUTE BOOK NO. 63 Page No. 168