HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda Report - May 5, 2010 Public CommentsContinued May 5, 2010
E. Comments by the Public on Non-Aaenda Items
THE TIME ALLOWED PER NON -AGENDA ITEM FOR COMMENTS MADE BY THE
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Elizabeth Westphal and Dixie Waechter spoke in regard to 'Project Thank -You"; whereby, care
packages are sent to U.S.Troops. Ms. Westphal and Ms. Waechter encouraged public
participation in the program and invited the public and City Council to the Annual Patriotic Picnic
on July 25, 2010, in Clements. They also requested a proclamation distinguishing the City as a
Patriotic City in America.
Brian Plinkington spoke in opposition to Measure C based on his concerns regarding the
implementationof new and weighted voting procedures. Mr. Plinkington submitted a letter
outlining his concerns for the record.
Robin Rushing spoke in support of legalizing medical marijuana and providing safe access to the
same.
Tony Segale spoke in support of continuing arts -related programs in the City and the benefits of
these programs to the community.
Council Member Johnson stated that the Boys and Girls Club is experiencing financial difficulties
and suggested staff look into options for providing assistance with keeping children busy during
the summer months.
Mayor Pro Tempore Hitchcock commended City Manager King on his efforts over the years as
the Lodi City Manager and wished him luck in his future endeavors.
Council Member Mounce commended Tony Segale on his mural work and asked Code
Enforcement and Police Department staff to continue working with citizens to address gang
activities.
Council Member Hansen reported on his legislative meetings in Washington DC on behalf of the
San Joaquin Council of Governments and Northern California PowerAgency.
G. Comments by the Citv Manaaeron Non-Aaenda Items
None.
Public Hearinas
H-1 Public Hearing to Approve the Final 2010/11 Action Plan for the Community Development
Block Grant (CDBG) Prouram and to Consider Reallocation of Available Urban County
CDBG Funds(CD)
Notice thereof having been published accordingto law, an affidavit of which publication is on file
in the office of the City Clerk, Mayor Katzakian called for the public hearing to consider approving
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LIVE ENTERTAINMENT
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Adults: $20
6-17 years $10
Active duty Military & children 5 and under: Free
Families pay a MAXIMUM of $50 total
"PROJECT THANK YOU: a Lodi based 501(c) 3 Corporation: Tax ID 90-0421047 serving our
deployed troops. We send care packages from home. Food -4 -Less generously supports this project,
contributing products and funds. We are raising funds for the postage cost of $10 a box.
For information & tickets, call:
Dixie Waechter: (209) 747-5324 or Elizabeth Westphal: (209) 368-8769
Project Thank You
Mission Statement: To serve the needs of soldiers in combat
overseas with Care Packages until they all come home.
Dear Lodi City Council Member,
May 5,2010
We are here this evening on behalf of the thousands of soldiers currently serving our
Nation in combat zones around the world. It is our desire to seethe Lodi Civic leaders
pledge support to these fearless men and women by exercising their influence as
follows:
1 - Write a Proclamation distinguishing Lodi as the most Patriotic City in
America.
2. Promote community participation by flying our national colors on all legal
holidays, such as Memorial Day, Flag Day, 4th of July including all other
Federal and Statewide holidays.
3. To encourage businesses, schools, churches and citizens to write letters to
our service men and women which will be brought to Project Thank You at
our designated locations.
Sincerely,
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Project Thank You
Post Office Box 304 Lodi, CA 95240 501 c3/ VM: 90-0421047
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