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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. Jeff Dunn, Commodore representing the Peninsula Yacht Club, believes their building is iconic and there is great, positive community there with the cleanup and preservation of the creek. He expressed appreciation in being involved and opined being connected to downtown would be fabulous and he wishes more people would get out to see this jewel. Dr. Bell said that staff will come back with a plan in September and discuss the specific area. He also noted that the primary and key stakeholders terminology is merely to show that staff wants to cast the net really wide. The framework will be brought back and the list of stakeholders. The Mayor thanked all those present tonight. (This is a summary of the discussion. For the full content please go to the archived stream at http://www.redwoodcity.orq/governmenUcouncil/meetinqs.html of the meeting of June 25, 2012 and select agenda item 9). 10. MATTERS OF COUNCIL INTEREST A. Council Member Report of Conferences Attended -Council Member Seybert reported that he and Council Members Foust and Pierce serve on the YMCA/Partnership Committee and had a fruitful meeting on June 7. A survey is being developed and the next meeting is in the Fall. He was impressed with all the attendees and the development of the process. -Mayor Aguirre attended the Carne Assada Festival event on Saturday and there were about 10,000 people there. She also attended the Palo Alto Amateur Radio event and it was very interesting and there were many residents in attendance. -Council Member Foust reported on the Downtown Retail Taskforce that met with other business owners and they are discussing how to go out and approach potential retailers to get the downtown activated. JOINT CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY June 25, 2012 MEETING MINUTES PAGE 12 MINUTE BOOK NO. 64 Page No. 166