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described the proposed work for Cordilleras Creek and said he was optimistic that the permits would be issued quickly and the work done before the next rain storms. He described the proposed Cordilleras Creek neighbors and their great ideas for solutions to the problems. Director Ingram referred to Council Member Hartnett's suggestion at the March C.I.P. meeting to do some work defining outcomes ahead of time, and described the work done in that area. He said that Friendly Acres and Cordilleras Creek were the two main areas on which the Department was focusing a long term effort. Director Ingram said there was also money in the budget to sponsor the repair of Redwood Creek damaged in the February storms, and staff was applying for reimbursement funds from the state and federal governments. Senior Engineer Chang said the plans for Redwood Creek were 80% complete and staff was getting ready to go out to bid. He said they were planning to have the project finished before winter. Vice Mayor Ruskin recommended that the City implement improvements to the fencing around the Municipal Services Corporation Yard, which was discussed at last week's meeting, and meets the Council's priorities of beautifying entryways. Vice Mayor Ruskin said that Director Ingram provided an estimate of $25,000 to $30,000 for improving that fence, which was a ballpark estimate. He said the Council would get a lot of bang for its buck with such a project, and if the City moved forward, the County would be more amenable to improving its properties in the area as it already has started to do. He suggested funding of $10,000 from the Water Fund, $10,000 from the Sewer Fund and $10,000 from the $70,000 surplus or from the Entryway and Median Fund. Public Works Services Director Ingram described the replacement fence, which would be significant visual improvement but would continue to provide the necessary security. He also described improved landscapes and softening features that are planned at a later date. MEMO 7/7/98 Vice Mayor Ruskin said he also supported setting aside $10,000 for a dog park, and $150,000 for a Skateboard Park. In response to Vice Mayor Ruskin's questions about process, City Manager Everett suggested the Council vote on items they would like to add and staff would find the money and give the Council options. MEMO 7/7/98 Council Member Ira said he didn't believe $10,000 would be enough to cover expenses for a dog park. He said $40,000 was originally discussed for a Skateboard Park and it had already jumped to $150,000. Council Member Ira said he was also very concerned about the sufficiency of funds set aside for Fire Station No. 11. He said he believed Council would eventually approve reconstruction rather than renovation, which would probably cost twice as much as the money set aside in the BUDGET STIJDY SESSION MINUTE BOOK NO. 57 JULY 6, 1998 MINUTES Page No. 058 PAGE 15