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..~ \.' Minutes - City of San Leandro City Council Meeting February 28, 2000 Page 2 2. NEW BUSINESS A. Resolution Recognizing "Cesar Chavez Day" on March 31, 2000. The City Manager said the City Council is not considering a paid holiday at this time. Council Member Lothrop indicated she would like to see a Proclamation on the March 20 Agenda for a presentation where the community can be involved. The Mayor added that staff will be involved in planning festivities for March 31, 2000, along with interested City Council Members and members of the community. Council Member Grant indicated that by having a Proclamation on the March 20, 2000, Agenda it will give the community time to come out and celebrate on the 31 st. The following Resolution was then introduced: Resolution No. 2000-27, Resolution Recognizing "Cesar Chavez Day" on March 31, 2000. (1123) M/S/C Lothrop and Glaze. Ayes: 7; Noes: 0 B. Matter of Youth Advisory Commission's (YAC) Recommendation on Proposition 21: Juvenile Crime. Initiative Statute. City Council discussion ensued acknowledging the work of the Youth Advisory Commission in reviewing Proposition 21. Council Member Loeffler noted he had received an analysis of their position on February 10, 2000. He read from the report their findings as to why they are opposed to the Proposition and noted he will be supporting their recommendation to the City Council. Council Member Grant commented on the proposed language of Proposition 21 and indicated she hopes to get support from the balance of the City Council to not support Proposition 21. Vice Mayor Galvan indicated he will be abstaining from voting on this matter and added that he is aware of the arguments on both sides but is still weighing all of the issues and has not come to a firm conclusion as to how he will vote on this issue.