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6.1.A. - Page 64 Lee Callister, resident living on Redwood Creek in Docktown, expressed appreciation for this series of discussions on the Inner Harbor as a wonderful opportunity to satisfy the needs of the landowners and the City, and to create a water gateway for the public. He spoke in favor of community involvement as many made a considerable investment with their floating homes and they welcome the opportunity to be engaged in the process. Nancy Radcliffe, a Planning Commissioner and resident, spoke about the Downtown Precise Plan and the Downtown Task Force. She commented on how a group of 15 people shared their vision of what downtown should look like and urged Council to follow in those footsteps and create a task force to this end. James Jones, a resident close to the center of this area owns a floating home, expressed excitement with this process. He invited anyone to come by and check it out, and opined that it is a tremendous jewel for the Precise Plan. He spoke in favor of people talking and working together with debates, round tables, facilitators, and the importance of the process for stakeholders without separating key from primary stakeholders. He has a challenge with that characterization. Doug Karlson, representing BAIC (Bair Island Aquatic Center) on Maple Street works to promote and expand human-powered recreation on the bay, said this area is the best place to do it. He expressed excitement in being able to participate, values their relationship with the City, and they look forward to a strong outcome. Mayor Aguirre clarified that Council does not intend to place a different value on key versus primary stakeholders. David Meallum spoke about cleaning up the Inner Harbor and noted that the creek is about 20-feet under the concrete outside City Hall, so the creek is not far. He opined that there needs to be a connection from the harbor to downtown such as a walkway and he thinks this process is in good hands with this City Council. Clem Molony opined that all the ideas Council has brought forth tonight are outstanding. He said there is only one concern left on his list regarding unclear zoning and incompatible uses. Tom Hays, a resident of Docktown Marina and a father of two young kids, spoke positively about living on the water every day, seeing wildlife, and how he is a stakeholder with his life savings invested in the house even if he is not a property owner. He spoke in favor of the plan since capital upgrades are needed to make it more special. He also expressed thanks for the for 4th July fireworks this year. Jerry Pierce, a 30-year resident, spoke positively about discovering the value and richness of this area with diversity and a wide range of things people can do on the water. He spoke in favor of thinking locally and acting globally in regards to ferries, housing, retail, bay trail, the Precise Plan, recreation, businesses, harbor seals, and the hope for the creation of a task force with involved stakeholders for an improved connection to downtown. JOINT CITY COUNCIUSUCCESSOR AGENCY June 25, 2012 MEETING MINUTES PAGE 11