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Minutes - City of San Leandro City Council and Page - 10 - San Leandro Economic Development Agency Joint Meeting - April 6, 1998 Vice Mayor Loeffler concluded by commenting on the condition of the fields maintained by the schools. He stated that it is incumbent on government officials to come up with some kind of an agreement on who maintains that green space, as the community tends to look toward the City in that matter. He added that the School District needs to step up and share the responsibility. 6. Council Member Galvan asked if the Council would be interested in taking positions on ballot issues and/or propositions on the State ballot. The Mayor responded that Proposition 226 was referenced as one measure to consider taking a position on. It was noted staff will get information regarding Proposition 226 to the Council. 7. Council Member Polvorosa commented further on his attendance at the Girls' Bobby Sox Opener Event. 8. The Mayor commented in response to Council comments and noted that the Council would be recognizing Linda Granger and Pat Hearst at an upcoming Council Meeting. Mayor Corbett reported on her attendance at Opening Day Ceremonies at the various Little Leagues and Bobby Sox Leagues. She noted her pride in San Leandro and said it is a community that participates at all levels. She commended everyone who gets involved - from parents to sponsors. Mayor Corbett continued by commenting on the recent Youth Summit and commended the young people for bringing forth difficult issues and trying to come up with solutions. Mayor Corbett stated she appreciates those persons who participated in the Paramedics' Program and congratulated them on their graduation. In conclusion, the Mayor expressed her concern that comments had been made that youth do not have a right to participate in the governmental/election process. She noted youths have a right to form a PAC, should they wish to do so, and to participate in the election process at whatever level they choose - noting that youth are citizens, too. The Mayor, in response to Council Member Polvorosa's request, commented that the Council would be adjourning the meeting this evening in memory of Robert T. Brooks, who was a very active community member and involved in local service organizations.