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6.1.A. - Page 9 <br /> includes Pete's Harbor and possibly Docktown, are being displaced and losing housing <br /> in the city due to decisions being made at this level. <br /> Leslie Webster, representing Save's Pete's Harbor, expressed her concern against the <br /> Paul's Corporation evicting people from the marina and the loss of at least 500 <br /> affordable housing units. She is concerned that the Housing Element does not address <br /> affordable housing and opined that people should get help to live here and not be <br /> pushed out. <br /> Ronald Freeman said there is a need for affordable, high density housing for low <br /> income people, such as apartments, duplexes, and multiplexes. He questioned why <br /> developers are so interested in this area. He opined that the Mel's Bowl project was a <br /> huge hit against affordable housing; he does not want decisions like that where it does <br /> not benefit the community in terms of housing. He does not want residential <br /> neighborhoods rezoned. <br /> James Lee said he wants stronger language in Commercial Parks District Zoning <br /> Amendment in regards to the water front, areas of sea level rise and impacts on the <br /> community. He also wants the city to work more with the State Lands (Commission) <br /> and Bay Conservation and Development Commission. He shared concerns regarding <br /> the lack of affordable or Below Market Rate housing and consideration of the <br /> community when reconfiguring the city. <br /> Lyn Chow Jonas spoke about learning a lot about the city in talking with neighbors, and <br /> how she and her husband believe in being vested members of the community, such as <br /> helping those in need at the homeless shelter. She spoke favorably about the zoning <br /> changes and having people come up and communicate as in a balanced and civil way. <br /> She believes in compromise and respect. <br /> Tom Linebarger shared his view that the city has low income housing in trailer courts <br /> and on the water, but 500 units were lost and are now irreplaceable on the water. He <br /> spoke about the importance of keeping a mix that includes low income housing. He <br /> opined that even when low income housing is built, it can be limited and cost more than <br /> most people can afford. He said he looks to Council to stand up for people and to not <br /> divert decisions to the state or county, and that boat houses are an important resource <br /> particularly with sea level rise. <br /> M/S Gee/Seybert to close the Public Hearing. Motion carried unanimously by voice <br /> vote. <br /> Recommendation: <br /> 1. Hold a Public Hearing. <br /> 2. Adopt a Resolution to amend the General Plan land use designation of APN 059-172- <br /> 370 from "High Density Residential" to "Mixed Use — Neighborhood." <br /> RESOLUTION No. 15250 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDWOOD CITY TO <br /> AMEND THE STRATEGIC GENERAL PLAN OF THE CITY OF REDWOOD CITY TO CHANGE <br /> CITY COUNCI L March 11, 2013 <br /> MEETING MINUTES PAGE 9 <br />