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Minutes - City of San Leandro City Council and Page - 2 - San Leandro Redevelopment Agency Meeting - May 18, 1998 4. PUBLIC COMMENTS Public Comments are limited to 5 minutes per person. The public is invited to make any comments related to Agenda items, or other items of public interest, at this time. A. Ann Hague, 1102 San Rafael Street, President of the Estudillo Homeowners' Association, addressed the Council, asking them to do whatever it takes to ensure the Conference Center project moves forward. Regarding the MacArthur corridor, she commented on how she was pleased with the improvements so far but expressed the need for more facade improvements. She stated further that she hopes the new committee will get input from the homeowners, as well. She thanked Gordon Galvan for all the work he has done for his District, for his Redevelopment efforts in trying to get Trader Joe's to locate to San Leandro, and for the work and support he has shown for the Network Conference Center project. Council Member Galvan responded by thanking Ms. Hague for her kind words. B. Christine Pickerall, Neptune Drive, addressed the Council, noting the Council and citizens should think long and hard about the Conference Center site. She voiced concerns as to whether that area will become blighted if the Center is not built. She also noted, if the Conference Center is built, perhaps it will become a strong participant in the City. She feels the Conference Center will be a major addition and a good one for the City as a whole. C. Charlie Kaufman, 545 Blossom Nay, addressed the Council in support of the proposed Redevelopment Area and the recommended committee being considered later in the Agenda. D. Doug Federighi, 1051 MacArthur Boulevard, addressed the Council in support of the proposed Redevelopment Area as well as the proposed committee. He in stated his support for the elected PAC, also. E. Jody Francisco, Representing Jake's Restaurant, addressed the Council in support of the proposed Redevelopment Area. F. Bill Carey, addressed the Council in support of the Redevelopment Area being proposed. G. Mike Boyle, 12240 Blythen Way, Oakland, addressed the Council in support of the proposed Redevelopment Area. He urged that the Council continue to pursue Trader Joe's into coming into San Leandro. He expressed his excitement about the prospects within the proposed Redevelopment Area, noting he sees it as new development.