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Minutes - City of San Leandro City Council and San Leandro Redevelopment Agency Joint Meeting -- March 5, 2001 Page 2 4. PUBLIC COMMENTS Public Comments are limited to 5 minutes per person, for a total time period of one hour. When you address the City Council, you should fill out a speaker card and submit it to the City Clerk so the order of speakers may be determined and an official record of names and addresses obtained. The public is invited to make any comments related to Agenda items, or other items of public interest, at this time. A. Kathy Banks, 964 Hutchings Drive, addressed the City Council and asked that they not allow the operators of the Bal Theater to be put out of business. B. Mike Rawlis, 964 Hutchings Drive, addressed the City Council regarding the need for a power plant in the Marina area, adding that it could service nearby cities also. C. Bob Battinich, 2014 Evergreen Avenue, addressed the City Council in support of Item H - the Eminent Domain Policy. He asked the City Council to include in the motion that eminent domain not be used for anything other than roads, schools, or something that would benefit the business community as a whole. D. Larry Norry, 2532 Williams Street, addressed the City Council questioning the process for approving an application for handicapped parking in front of one's residence. He indicated that both sides of the street should be required to sign the petition required. He concluded by indicating that he would like to see Item F approved. E. Lou Filipovich, 15376 Laverne Drive, addressed the City Council regarding Steve Meyers acting as the City Attorney last meeting. He questioned the Redevelopment Agency Lease on the agenda, and the policy regarding eminent domain. He asked for a copy of all JP As that the City participates in. He concluded by stating that the budget should show the total number of city employees, compensation and benefits. He suggested that the City operate as a "public" business rather than a "private" business. 5. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT AND COMMENTS A. The City Manager noted the remarks made regarding the energy situation and indicated that the Chamber of Commerce will be co-hosting an Energy Summit. He indicated that the City would be looking at co-generation options. B. With regard to eminent domain concerns, the City Manager noted that the City Council will be discussing that issue later on the agenda.