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; Minutes - City of San Leandro City Council Meeting June 5, 2000 Page 10 C. Vice Mayor Glaze added that he shares concerns regarding East 14th Street, as well as the Darius Court issues. He indicated he is glad to hear the Chamber of Commerce is offering to help with the proposed Park Bond Measure. Vice Mayor Glaze also noted he is supportive of looking seriously at continuing the funding for the Municipal Band. In conclusion, Vice Mayor Glaze echoed comments made regarding the Cherry Festival and noted he represented the Mayor at Memorial Day Services at the Chapel of Chimes in Hayward. He also represented the Mayor at Arroyo High School where he presented a $200 scholarship donated by Mayor Young personally and indicated the Mayor will be presenting an additional scholarship to a San Leandro High School student in the same amount. He commended the Mayor for offering those scholarships. D. Council Member Loefiler thanked Dave Bohne and Kathi Heimann for their efforts regarding the Cherry Festival and indicated the Marina is the right place for the event. He did indicate there should be dialogue as to where the parade should be held and how the shuttle system might be enhanced for next year's Festival. Council Member Loefller commented further on a San Francisco Chronicle article regarding "traffic calming," which also suggested drivers are becoming more rude to pedestrians. Council Member Loefller suggested the City Attorney look into whether the City could impose "double fines" for those drivers who endanger pedestrians. It was also noted other communities are utilizing lighted, timed crosswalks to help address the pedestrian safety problem. Council Member Loefller commented on his attendance at a Centenarian Luncheon held recently. He suggested perhaps a Centenarian Book containing names and a brief biography of those persons who had turned 100 in our community be maintained by a small club formed to do so. He indicated, in addition, an upcoming meeting regarding 1-580 at Assumption School facilitated by Assemblywoman Corbett and indicated she needs the community's support. In conclusion, he thanked the Chamber of Commerce for stepping forward to acknowledge the need to work together regarding the proposed Park Bond Measure. In closing, he indicated tomorrow, June 6, 2000, is the celebration and remembrance of D-Day in Europe. E. Council Member Lothrop commented on the request from the Municipal Band and indicated they perform with pride and are respected in the community. She also commented on the successful Cherry Festival and commended staff for their efforts. Council Member Lothrop added that she continues to have concerns regarding Walnut Drive and indicated there is some public confusion about what types of services they are entitled to, as well as the condition of the street, and whether or not it can be improved.