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realignment of East Bayshore, adding that these improvements were "anticipated to have at least partial funding ITom the development itself." Mr. Patterson used overheads to show results of truck traffic surveys in peak hours and two-hour increments, including those figures that appeared in the EIR and the figures from the Pacific Shores Center surveys. Mr. Patterson stated that even if triple the number of trucks actually counted use Seaport intersections, the increased traffic could be accommodated. He submitted copies of the overheads to the City Clerk as part of the record. Keith Bautista, 3010 Sterling Way, Redwood City, whose firm DES is providing the Master Plan concept, also spoke as a resident who grew up in Redwood City and wanted what was best for Redwood City. Mr. Bautista stated this development provided unique opportunities to improve the quality of life in Redwood City. He described the many public amenities proposed: a 1/2 mile baywater park for nature observation and picnics, canoes and kayaks, a 5-acre park for baseball and soccer, volleyball area, 2-mile jogging area, walking and bike trails, historical walk along Seaport, an amphitheatre, child care center, and a Nature Interpretive Center. He submitted a similar development in Chicago showing how heavy and light industrial co-existed. Mayor Hartnett told the audience of the extensive documentation and background materials the Council had already received, and reviewed the public hearing and study sessions held to consider the proposed Project. Mr. Brandon advised that the Project would welcome input ITom the City's Park and Recreation Department regarding what amenities Redwood City would like to have. In response to Councilwoman Howard's questions regarding who would pay for maintaining the proposed amenities, such as the athletic fields, Mr. Brandon stated that the day care centers in other developments were somewhat self-supporting, some had subsidized rent, he would welcome assistance ITom the City to maintain the athletic fields, and suggested that perhaps day use fees similar to Coyote Point could be charged. Mr. Brandon said those issues would be addressed in the Development Agreement. Mayor Hartnett called upon the Port Tenants Group representatives who were in disagreement with the proposed land use changes. Richard Hammond, 333 Bush Street, San Francisco, representing RMC Lonestar, a member of the informal Port Tenants Group, stated that the Planning staffs position was representative of RMC Lonestar's position: the application for prezoning and General Plan amendment was premature; there has been a failure to present an overview plan for the Seaport entire area; incompatibility problems have not been resolved with certainty, such as traffic, and there was nothing in writing ITom the developers. He supported the staffs position to delay decision on this matter. Mr. MINUTE BOOK NO. 54 Special Meeting Minutes Page No. 042 January 29, 1996 Page 6