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i the Councilmember longest in office had been appointed Mayor Pro Tem and he believed that tradition should be followed. Casey stated that she had been on the Council since 1988 and there was no protocol nor precedent for appointing the , Mayor Pro Tem. MOTION SECONDED AND CARRIED: Moved by Casey, seconded by Finn and passed by the following roll call vote to appoint Bob Fenwick Mayor Pro Tem for a one year term. AYES: Mayor Casey and Councilmembers Cheng, Fenwick and Finn NOES: Councilmember O'Malley Casey presented Finn with a framed picture of the Town's Seal in appreciation for his many contributions as Mayor. She thanked him on behalf of the Council for leading them through an exciting year filled with many accomplishments. Casey _ also commented that he would be a hard act to follow particularly noting his fairness, generosity and effectiveness in conducting well run meetings. Finn thanked the Council and noted that he had enjoyed working with them and was pleased with their many accomplishments. Casey proceeded to comment that since she had first joined the Council in 1988 the Town had come a long way and it had been quite a journey. She particularly referred to the fact that the Councilmembers, Planning Commissioners and staff all were working so well together. Casey then listed her goals and objectives for 2001-02 in priority order. First, break ground for- a new Town Hall funded by resident donations. Toward this end she asked that the Finance/Investment Committee be asked to bring forward a fundraising plan and a clearer idea of the costs involved in this project. Second, complete the building and planning fee study and revise fees in accordance with State law. Third, implement a Resident Customer Satisfaction Survey. Fourth, complete an analysis of all Town codes, policies and ordinances for consistency, relevance and conformance with the General Plan. To assist in the accomplishment of this goal, Casey with Council concurrence established a sub-committee of Evan Wythe, Chairman, Bill Kerns and Councilmember O'Malley. Fifth, have broadband internet access available to all residents. Casey asked that this goal be sent to the Utility and Information Systems Committee as a first priority for review and recommendation. Sixth, adopt and implement a town pathway policy which includes a specific five-year program for the new construction of along side the road paths and a plan which improves the maintenance and materials of current town pathways. Casey asked that this goal be sent to the Pathways Committee for review and comment. Seventh, complete the review of setbacks and height limits and revise town ordinances accordingly. Eighth, continue to explore alternatives to underground all utilities in Los Altos Hills. Ninth, adopt a plan for the highest and best use of town property for all town residents. (Los Altos Hills owns 27 parcels totaling 168.04 • acres of unused and/or underutilized property.) Casey asked that the maps, legal June 21, 2001 Regular City Council Meeting 2