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271 Councilmember Brandes stated that as the liaison reprsentative for the City to the East Bay Regional Parks District for the past three years, he felt this is an opportunity for the City and East Bay Regional Parks District to work together to develop plans for Shadow Cliffs Park. He stated he had some doubts about the rights of parks districts to acquire property to protect the ridgelands, but the alternative of development of the ridge is less desirable; this measure is vital to protect the ridgelands. Councilmember Butler stated he did not feel it is appropriate for the City to support the measure because of the question of how the money will be spent. Mayor Mercer stated that in the past the relationship between East Bay Regional Parks District and the City has not been good. He advised that improvements were made to Shadow Cliffs Park without allowing input from the City. He felt it would not be proper to spend more money on improvements without adequate sewage capacity; it would be an improper use of City money. Ms. Combs stated that it is understood that East Bay Regional Parks District cannot proceed with any proposal unless they have additional sewer capacity, but they cannot present a proposal for sewage capacity without land use development plans. She stated they would be willing to annex to the City. Mayor Mercer stated that past history has proven that East Bay Regional Parks District has not been easy to work with or be cooperative. He expressed concern regarding protection of the Pleasanton Ridge; he does not want any building done in this area. It was moved by Councilmember Brandes, and seconded by Councilmember Wilson, to support Measure AA - Regional Open Space, Wildlife, Shoreline and Park Bond. The roll call vote was as follows: AYES: Councilmembers Brandes and Wilson NOES: Councilmember Butler and Mayor Mercer ABSENT: Councilmember Mohr Because of the tie vote, Mayor Mercer declared this item continued to the meeting of November 1, 1988, for full Council attendance. Councilmember Wilson stated he is concerned about Senate Bill 547 and how it will be addressed with regard to twelve historical buildings in the downtown. He stated the buildings would either have to be razed or not occupied. He asked if Community Development Agency funds could be loaned at a low rate of interest to bring these buildings up to code. He also asked which buildings are primary buildings and which are secondary buildings. - 7 - 10-18-88