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7A. Announcements by Council Members Council Member Claire was notified that a political partisan endorsement letter was recently mailed out by two of our Council Members on City Letterhead which is against Council policy. He requested this matter be agendized to develop a policy as to how to prohibit it this from happening again, as it appears unethical. Council Member Leipzig, stated as he was one signer, the City logo was only used and there was no attempt to mislead noting others do it and that it conforms legally. It was the consensus of Council to agendize this matter at a future Council meeting. MEMO 10/27/98 Mayor Howard reminded October 31" is a cleanup on James Street, and invited all to attend and please join us for a barbecue at 1 p.m. Recess - 9:10 p.m. to 9:22 p.m. 8. STAFF REPORTS A. Consideration of Policy Guidelines to the Peninsula Corridor Joint Powers Board Regarding the September 11, 1998 Caltrain Rapid Rail Study (702) Community Development Services Manager Patterson reported on the proposal received from the Peninsula Corridor Joint Powers Board affecting Redwood City, noting the overall improvements to the Caltrain System will increase capacity from 7,800 to 18,200 during peak periods when the $1.7 billion dollar improvements are completed in the next 20 years. Howard Good, Joint Powers Board Representative, noted there are 14 grade separations in the study and it is the responsibility of the Board to look at how to enhance use of Caltrain on the peninsula. He explained the Board is willing to look at what ever the Council determines which is feasible for Redwood City. He invited interested parties to attend their November 5 meeting at 10 am, to comment or make specific recommendation from your Council. MIS Ira/Ruskin to oppose all recommendations pertaining to Redwood City and direct staff to write a letter stating that none of the proposed projects be pursued in Redwood City and directed the Mayor and Vice Mayor attend the November 5th Caltrain JPB meeting. Council Member Hartnett noted that a significant investment needs to be made in the rail corridor but the process is too short and quick for determination as early as December. He stated that the concept needs to be evaluated in relation to whether the $1.7 billion dollar cost of improvements a best use of funds for projected outcomes. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES BOOK NO. 57 OCTOBER26,1998 MINUTES Page No. 190 PAGE 6