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A. The proposed use of 2003 Local Law Enforcement Block Grant (LLEBG) funds by <br />the Redwood City Police Department. (505) <br />Administrative Sergeant Harper explained the grant and proposed use of the <br />funds. <br />Mayor Claire opened the public hearing. No public comment received. <br />M/S Howard /Ira to close the public hearing. The motion passed by a <br />unanimous voice vote by those present. <br />Council comments included praise for the Police Department's attainment of this <br />grant along with other grants and that the specialized equipment and training <br />needed for the SWAT team are invaluable not only to our city but to neighboring <br />cities. <br />M/S Ira /Ruskin to approve the Police Chief's recommendation to dedicate <br />the funds to the procurements of Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) <br />team equipment and Emergency Preparedness Training (EPT). The <br />motion passed by a unanimous voice vote by those present. <br />MINUTE ORDER 03 -228 <br />9. MATTERS OF COUNCIL INTEREST <br />A. Legislation (information only) - This sub - section involves possible discussion of <br />City Position on Proposed Legislation described in the League of California Cities <br />Priority Focus Bulletin No. 35 -2003 and 36 -2003. Council may direct staff to act <br />on positions taken by Council. (Copies of League of California Cities Priority Focus <br />available in City Clerk's Department.) <br />Council Member Howard stated that page 8 of the Priority Focus (9.A -8), AB 1022 <br />(Oropeza) is on the Governor's desk and a signature is requested. She stated that <br />this bill afford local governments the flexibility needed to ensure public safety by <br />improving the operation of red light camera systems, providing greater guidance <br />and public control over the systems' use. The changes will improve motorists' <br />confidence in the camera systems and their use and result in improved driver <br />behavior and traffic safety. <br />City Attorney Yamamoto stated that the City has cancelled its contract with the <br />provider and that there are multiple civil cases that have been filed. Redwood City <br />is not a defendant in those cases. <br />B. Appointment of Community Task Force on Recycled Water (802) <br />JOINT REGULAR CITY COUNCIL SEPTEMBER 22, 2003 <br />AND REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MEETING MINUTES PAGE 7 <br />MINUTES Book No. 60 <br />Page 65 <br />