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MINUTES Page 6 City of San Leandro City Council, San Leandro Redevelopment Agency, and San Leandro Public Financing Authority Joint Meeting-May 16, 2005 coordinating the various design elements. She suggested having an ad hoc committee to work with the Engineering and Transportation Director on the various options of bike racks, street lights, newsracks, etc. Mayor Young suggested referring the matter to the Facilities Committee may ultimately be more expedient. The Hearing was then opened to the public. There being no comments from the public, and without objection, the Public Hearing was closed. Vice Mayor Badger commented that he has hoped for such an ordinance since the time he served on the Downtown Committee. He noted that while aesthetics are important, he hoped that it would not delay the passage ofthe ordinance. Councilmember Nardine confirmed that she would not want to delay the ordinance. She suggested that in the future, there be a way to address newsracks on private property in the planning process for new development. Mr. Jermanis stated that this is an excellent suggestion, and the Planning Commission could make it a condition of approval for future projects. He noted that having the Facilities Committee review the design elements would also be a good idea. Councilmember Grant asked if the deposit was refundable or if it was like an escrow account. Ms. Pollart indicated that the deposit was like an escrow account, as the full balance of the deposit would have to be maintained at all times, and any work required to be done would be deducted from the deposit. Councilmember Grant asked whether the ordinance is workable, since there are still issues such as the aesthetics question and whether or not cabling will be allowed. Mr. Jermanis indicated that procedures will be developed to implement the ordinance. Ms. Pollart noted that the Director will recommend the type of news rack which will both meet the vendor's needs and adhere to the ordinance. Councilmember Santos pointed to Section 5-6-305 of the proposed ordinance, which addresses preserving the aesthetic character of the Special Newsrack Districts. . Ordinance No. 2005-004, an Ordinance Adding Chapter 6 ("Newsrack Regulations") to Title 5 ("Streets and Parks") of the San Leandro Municipal Code. (1413) - Passed to Print M/S/C Badger and Santos. Ayes: 7; Noes: 0 . Resolution No. 2005-060, Resolution Approving Designation of Certain Properties Zoned Commercial Downtown (CD) as a Special Newsrack District in Accordance with Newsrack Regulation Ordinance No. 2005-004. (1123) M/S/C Badger and Santos. Ayes: 7; Noes: 0