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Diiip Modi, a Fremont resident and potential homebuyer, was concerned about expanding the pond and the wetlands near the western portion of the Bernal property, as it will create a breeding ground for mosquitoes and present a public health risk to the neighboring community for possible exposure to the West Nile virus. Mr. Fialho indicated that he would contact Mr. Modi to explain the planning process and the timeline for the Bernal property in an effort to try and alleviate his concerns. There were no further speakers. 6. PUBLIC HEARINGS AND OTHER MATTERS Item 6a Approval of recommendation for use of Citizen's Option for Public Safety Proaram (COPS~ ADDrooriation. (SR 05:030) Tim Neal, Police Chief, presented the staff report. Mayor Hosterman declared the public hearing open. There being no comments, the public hearing was closed. It wes moved by Mr. Brozosky, seconded by Ms. McGovern, to adopt -- Resolution 05-009, a resolution approving the expenditure of Citizens' Options for Public Safety Program funds for fiscal year 2004/05. The roll call vote was taken as follows: AYES: Councilmembers - Brozosky, McGovem, Sullivan, and Mayor Hosterman NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None Mr. Fialho mentioned that the Community Development Block Grant funds are in the President's prime proposal to be eliminated. The Governor of California has also potentially considered pulling back on COPS funding for subsequent years. Mayor Hosterman noted that the Council would be sending letters voicing its concerns. At the request of Mr. Brozosky, Mr. Neal provided a brief status report on the tasers that were purchased last year with a portion of the COPS funding that the City received. Item 6b Adopt resolution to desiqnate all City Fire Departments as Safely Surrender Baby __ Sites. (SR 05:058) Jeff Zolfarelli, Deputy Fire Chief, presented the staff report. Pleasanton City Council 4 02/15/05 Minutes