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DRAFT MINUTES Page 12 April 20, 2009 City of San Leandro City Council and San Leandro Redevelopment Agency Joint Meeting cuts, such as the closure of Farrelly Pool, the loss of school crossing guards, specific library programs, etc. She commented that she would rather see the $250,000 proposed to restore library services used to restore other services as well. Councilmember Souza thanked the newcomers who are unfamiliar with the rules for speaking, and she requested that an announcement be made during the meting to clarify the rules for submitting speaker cards. Councilmember Gregory echoed the sentiments of his colleagues regarding Farrelly Pool. Councilmember Gregory commented that he attended a meeting of a committee convened by Supervisor Lai-Bitker. Supervisor Lai-Bitker has some discretionary funds that will be used to supplement the Safe Routes to Schools program. These funds will be used to hire a part- time person to promote the program in Supervisorial District 3 schools. Councilmember Gregory commented that, due to reports that San Leandro Hospital might be closing, he and others are calling for an urgent town hall meeting to discuss health care in Alameda County. The meeting has been set for Wednesday, April 29 at 6:30 p.m. in the City Council Chamber. Michael Mahoney, the CEO of St. Rose Hospital, as already confirmed his attendance, and other impacted agencies will also be invited. Councilmember Gregory pointed out that the hospital is a large employer in San Leandro, and he stated that he believed the City should take a role in exploring ways to protect those jobs. Mayor Santos recalled several pools in the City that have been closed over the years, including Thrasher and John Muir. He commented that the Alameda County Transportation Improvement Authority (ACTIA) is looking at the way Safe Routes to Schools funding is dispersed. Mayor Santos noted the low attendance at the last Coffee with the Mayor session, and will wait until June to hold the next one. He commented that the City does not have jurisdiction over San Leandro Hospital, and that the decision rests with the Eden Township Hospital Board and the County Board of Supervisors. Mayor Santos urged the Eden Board to come up with a plan for San Leandro Hospital, and there are discussions going on between the Eden Board and Sutter. He commented that the issues are more complex than most people realize. Mayor Santos announced Eva Wilson, a resident of San Lorenzo and a swim instructor for 50 years for the City of San Leandro. 13. ADJOURN The meeting was adjourned at 9:28 p.m., in memory of Jeanne Eva Wilson.