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MINUTES Page 11 City of San Leandro City Council and San Leandro Redevelopment Agency Joint Meeting-March 7, 2005 G. Resolution No. 2005-025, Resolution Approving Contractual Services Agreement with DKS Associates, Inc. Relating to the Traffic Signal System Improvements 2004-05, Project No. 120-28-164 (provides for design and consulting services for the subject project). Cost: $44,340. Funding: Development Fees for Street Improvements (DFSI). (2323) 9. ITEMS REMOVED FROM CONSENT CALENDAR Public comments are limited to 3 minutes per speaker per item, subject to adjustment by the Mayor. 8.D. Resolution No. 2005-026, Resolution of Award of Contract to Krama, Inc. for the Washington Manor Library, Project No. 210-69-146, and Appropriation of Capital Improvement Program Reserve Funds in the Amount of $1,620,000 (recommends award to the lowest bidder for bid amount of $4,140,000). Bids opened February 24, 2005. Funding: State of California Library Grant and General Fund. (3014) Councilmember Glaze indicated that this action is the culmination of a process that has been many years in the making. He expressed regret that Mayor Young was not present, as she is the last remaining member of the City Council that began the process almost eight years ago. Councilmember Glaze related some of the history of the Manor Branch Library project and some of its many advocates, including Anne Howell Dean, Shirley Simpson and Al Cayere. He thanked City Manager Jermanis and the Engineering and Transportation staff for their diligent efforts in bringing the project to this stage. Vice Mayor Badger commented that, on behalf of his colleagues on the Council, it was hoped that the project could have been completed before Councilmember Glaze left office. Councilmember Nardine commented on Councilmember Glaze's commitment to the community and to his district and suggested that when the project is complete, he should be invited to participate in the ribbon-cutting ceremony. Councilmember Santos commented that the plaque at the Marina Community Center recognizes the present Council as well as the Councilmembers that participated in the decision-making on its planning and development. He expressed hope that this type of recognition would also be considered for Councilmember Glaze on the plaque for the Manor Branch Library. - Adopted M/S/C Glaze and Santos. Ayes: 6; Noes: 0; Absent: 1 (Young)