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MINUTES Page 7 City of San Leandro City Council and San Leandro Redevelopment Agency Joint Meeting — April 18, 2011 Staff and Redflex representatives responded to questions from the Council. Councilmember Prola expressed his support for the proposed agreement, but indicated that he was not inclined to vote to approve any new cameras, due to their cost. Councilmember Gregory expressed concern regarding the length of the contract term. He asked if the Council could receive an annual update on the red light camera program. Chief Spagnoli stated that staff could provide an annual report on the program. Councilmember Souza expressed concern about the length of the contract term. She expressed support for the agreement, due to the improved traffic safety achieved through the use of the cameras. Councilmember Cutter expressed concern regarding the length of the contract term. Mayor Cassidy requested that Item 9 of Exhibit D, which requires continued payment if a camera is deactivated due to roadway construction, be deleted. Mr. Chuck Uhler, CEO of Redflex, agreed to this change. Mayor Cassidy stated that he did not intend to vote for the agreement. Public Comments on Item 10.A.: Mike Katz, San Leandro resident, addressed the City Council, commenting that red light cameras are not installed at most dangerous intersections in San Leandro. Mr. Katz suggested that lengthening the yellow light timing would be more effective than red light cameras at reducing collisions. Mr. Katz commented on cities that have chosen not to renew their red light camera contracts. Fran Leidy, San Leandro resident, addressed the City Council, commenting that red light cameras are not the panacea they were made out to be. She requested that Council not renew the Redflex agreement. Tim Holmes, San Leandro resident, addressed the City Council, conunenting on the need to consider other options for traffic safety. Mr. Holmes urged the Council not to approve the contract until a fully informed decision can be made. Lou Filipovich, San Leandro resident, addressed the City Council, commenting that red light cameras do not benefit San Leandro, and the money could be better spent by hiring a police officer. End of Public Comments on Item 10.A. Vice Mayor Reed expressed concerns regarding safety, the length of the contract term, and the cost; however, she indicated that she is leaning toward approval of the agreement.