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. . . . I . exchange that impeded the flow of water in the Creek. She asked that the City rebuild the easements behind the five affected houses, and stop the water from flooding into - their homes. In response to Council questions, Director Ingram stated that the requested engineer's estimate of $150,000 would be used to stop further erosion in Cordilleras Creek, and staff would have to research the matter to see what else could be done in regards to the easement. Mayor Howard said the Council was serious about resolving this issue and would continue talks with the Neighborhood Association. MEMO 3/24/98 Susie Peyton, 3691 Brandy Rock Way, said she had been working with staff and her neighbors on improvements to Stulsaft and Stafford Parks. She requested that the $50,000 remaining in the Civic Center Fund go towards the Parks' budget. Mrs. Peyton reminded Council that two of its top priorities established at its workshop in January involved aesthetics, and parks and field improvements, and the proposed improvements to Stulsaft and Stafford Parks would be an expression of that commitment. Mrs. Peyton said a conceptual plan would be brought to Council at a Study Session next month, and if the Council approves the plan at that time, the Parks would be ready in May, 1999. Enid Brock, 1837 Brewster, also spoke in favor of the new plans for Stafford and - Stulsaft Parks. She said the Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department had been very helpful, and urged Council to approve the budget for the two parks. Hilary Paulson, 3733 Country Club Drive, said that the funding plans for Stulsaft Park do not show a rest room. She said the 42-acre Stulsaft should be considered a regional park, and it should have a rest room at the top of the hill. Mrs. Paulson said several schools use the Park, and asked Council to make sure everyone knows the construction schedules so they can plan their park activities accordingly. Pete Hughes, 18 Admiralty Court, said there were two primary, long standing problems in Redwood City: flood control and traffic mitigations. Mr. Hughes said it was important for Council Members to keep those two priorities in front of them, to be clear about what the Council wants to do. He asked the Council "to appropriate a small amount of money for recreational opportunities in the 1600 acres of land that is going to be owned by POST, but which will become public land soon." Mr. Hughes said if a large block of Redwood City land is being taken off the tax rolls, the people of Redwood City should have the right to use it for recreational opportunities, such as trails, bird watching, etc. Mr. Hughes said Redwood Shores was badly in need of sidewalks along so many streets where none exist, and which turn into mud during the rains. - ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING STUDY SESSION MINUTE BOOK NO. 56 MARCH 23,1998 MINUTES Page No. 355 PAGE 10