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M 11-07-83TOWN OF LOS GATOS TOWN COUNCIL MEETING NOVEMBER 7, 1983 TOWN COUNCIL The Town Council of the Town of Los Gatos met in the Council Chambers of the Town Hall at 8:10 p.m., in regular session. Mayor Ventura explained to audience the meeting was starting late due to holding of interviews for vacancies on various boards and commissions prior to Council meeting. ROLL CALL PRESENT: Joanne Benjamin, Eric D. Carlson, Terrence J. Daily, Thomas J. Ferrito and Mayor Brent N. Ventura. ABSENT: None. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Given by all in attendance. PRESENTATIONS Mayor Ventura presented Resolutions of Commendation to the following: Patti Wilson for her services on the Cultural Resource Commission. Charles Drummond, Kimberly Forrester, John Bewley, Steven White, Julie Nunez, Collette Craycroft and John Thomas for their services as members of the Youth Advisory Commission. APPOINTMENT-PLANNING COMMISSION Mayor Ventura stated nominations were open for the vacancy on the Planning Commission. This appointment will fill the unexpired term of Eric Carlson. The term of office expires August 1, 1985. Applications were received from Ann Von Weise Whyte, Harry V. Spence, John S. Lien, John Hulme, Susan Grimes, Douglas L. Shen and Robert R. Cox. Mrs. Benjamin nominated Ann Von Weise Whyte. Mr. Carlson nominated John Hulme. Mr. Daily nominated Susan Grimes and Mayor Ventura nominated John Lien. Voting was held and Susan Grimes received the majority of votes. Mayor Ventura congratulated Mrs. Grimes on her appointment to the Planning Commission. APPOINTMENT-PERSONNEL BOARD Mayor Ventura stated nominations were open for the vacancy on the Personnel Board. Applications were received from Russell J. Cooney, Theresa Raynaud, Armand G. Skol, William R. Callahan, Frederick R. Long and Louie J. Hernandez. Mr. Ferrito nominated Mr. Callahan and Mayor Ventura nominated Mr. Skol. Voting was held and Theresa Raynaud received the majority of votes. Mayor Ventura congratulated Mrs. Raynaud on her appointment to the Personnel Board. APPOINTMENT-LOS GATOS COMMUNITY CABLEVISION, INC. BOARD Mayor Ventura stated there was a vacancy on the Los Gatos Community Cablevision, Inc. Board and one application was received from Lester (Randy) Attaway. Mrs. Benjamin moved to appoint Randy Attaway to said Board. Mr. Carlson seconded. Carried unanimously. CLOSED SESSION REPORT The Town Manager reported the following items were discussed in closed session: Toll House litigation County of Santa Clara; City of San Jose; National Convenience Stores; and the Novitiate litigation Action taken was a unanimous authorization to retain outside Counsel for Toll House, County of Santa Clara, City of San Jose and National Convenience Store litigation with a maximum expenditure of $5,000.00 EX-AGENDA ITEM Mayor Ventura stated by consensus of Council they would add item 47 to discuss building on the Route 85 right-of-way. BID AWARD-10 POLICE VEHICLES Mr. Daily moved to accept staff recommendation and award the bid for ten (10) new 1984, four door Ford LTD sedans for police patrol use, to Swanson Ford based on their net bid of $11,422.00 plus tax, per car, for a total cost of 121,644.30. Mrs. Benjamin seconded. Carried unanimously. SCHEDULE OF PUBLIC HEARING Council informational item only. COUNTY REFERRALS Mrs. Benjamin moved to accept staff recommendation on County Referrals as follows: 1034-27-42-83P Madrone Batchelor Use permit for vehicles storage yard No comment. 2050-26-43-83LA 21105 Santa Cruz Hwy Fisher Lot line adjustment No comment. Hillside Subdivision 19700-00-00-83GH Amendment to Land Use Element to amend "Hillsides" policies regarding clustering to allow a one time division of single parcels into two lots without requiring a cluster permit or open space dedication, but retaining other development standards. On October 20, 1983, the County Planning Commission recommended approval to the Board of Supervisors. This is contrary to the Town's position. Mayor to notify Board of Supervisors. Mr. Daily seconded. Carried unanimously. PLANNING MONTHLY REPORT Mrs. Benjamin moved to accept the Planning Department monthly report for November, 1983. Mr. Daily seconded. Carried unanimously. APPROVE AND ADVERTISE FOR BIDS-ROTARY MOWER Mrs. Benjamin moved for adoption of Resolution No. 1983-219 entitled, RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS TO APPROVE SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE PURCHASE OF EQUIPMENT, (Riding Rotary Mower) and authorize the Clerk to advertise for bids. Mr. Daily seconded. Carried unanimously. NOTICE OF COMPLETION 14600 WINCHESTER BOULEVARD Mrs. Benjamin moved Council approve the Notice of Completion and Certificate of Acceptance for 14600 Winchester Boulevard, Huettig & Schromm Project; and authorize the Mayor to sign on behalf of the Town. Mr. Daily seconded. Carried unanimously. PARKING PROHIBITION-LOS GATOS BOULEVARD Mrs. Benjamin moved for adoption of Resolution No. 1983-220 entitled, PARKING PROHIBITION-LOS GATOS BOULEVARD, prohibiting parking on the east side of Los Gatos Boulevard south of Farley Road. Mr. Daily seconded. Carried unanimously. PARKING PROHIBITION-PLACER-OAKS RD. Mrs. Benjamin moved for adoption of Resolution No. 1983-221 entitled, PARKING PROHIBITION-PLACER OAKS ROAD (prohibiting parking on the north side of Placer Oaks Road west of Los Gatos Boulevard). Mr. Daily seconded. Carried unanimously. ANNEXATION-BLOSSOM HILL MANOR NO. 3 Mrs. Benjamin moved for adoption of Resolution No. 1983-222 entitled, A RESOLUTION INITIATING PROCEEDINGS FOR THE ANNEXATION OF CERTAIN INHABITED TERRITORY DESIGNATED AS BLOSSOM HILL MANOR NO. 3 TO THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS. This Resolution sets the public hearing for this annexation on December 15th, 1983. Mr. Daily seconded. Carried unanimously. ANNEXATION-FOSTER ROAD NO. 6 Mrs. Benjamin moved for adoption of Resolution No. 1983-223 entitled, A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE ANNEXATION OF CERTAIN UNINHABITED TERRITORY DESIGNATED AS FOSTER ROAD NO. 6 TO THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS. Mr. Daily seconded. Carried unanimously. POLICE DEPARTMENT ACTIVITY REPORT Mrs. Benjamin moved to accept Police Department Activity 1983-84 First Quarter Report. Mr. Daily seconded. Carried unanimously. PARKING-NINO AVENUE Mrs. Benjamin moved to accept staff report regarding parking enforcement on Nino Avenue. The Police Department will continue to monitor the area and follow up with appropriate enforcement. Mr. Daily seconded. Carried unanimously. WESTERNER PRE-SCHOOL PARKING ENFORCEMENT Mrs. Benjamin moved Council accept staff report and the Police Department continue to monitor the area and take appropriate enforcement action on violations observed. Mr. Daily seconded. Carried unanimously. VEHICLES FOR SALE ON PRIVATE PROPERTY Mrs. Benjamin moved to accept staff report regarding citing of vehicles displayed for sale on private property. Mr. Daily seconded. Carried unanimously. AMENDMENT TO YOUTH ADVISORY COMMISSION RESOLUTION Mrs. Benjamin moved for adoption of Resolution No. 1983-224 entitled, A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING THE YOUTH ADVISORY COMMISSION, (this increased the number of Commissioners). Mr. Daily seconded. Carried unanimously. MAGNESON LOOP ANNEXATION Mrs. Benjamin moved to authorize the Mayor to send a letter to the residents of Magneson Loop regarding current Town policies. Mr. Daily seconded. Carried unanimously. MINUTES-OCTOBER 17, 1983 Mr. Ferrito requested corrections to the October 17, 1983, Council minutes as follows: Page 6. Subject-General Plan. Omit wording "signed by 900 residents in Los Gatos." Page 2. Subject-Selection of Vice-Mayor. Change to read, "Carried by vote of four ayes. Mr. Ferrito abstained.". Mrs. Benjamin requested correction on Page 6, Subject-General Plan to read, "Tom Baer, Chairman of the Planning Commission, spoke to Council on the General Plan regarding bed and breakfast issue.". Mrs. Benjamin moved minutes of October 17, 1983, be approved as corrected. Mr. Daily seconded. Carried unanimously. MINUTES-OCTOBER 24, 1983 Mr. Ferrito requested correction to the October 24, 1983 minutes as follows: Page 2. Subject-Business License Tax. Wishes the minutes to reflect the reason for his abstention on the vote be, as a professional, with an office in Los Gatos, he would be affected by the proposed fee schedule and therefore he felt it appropriate to abstain. Mrs. Benjamin moved minutes of October 24, 1983, be approved as corrected. Mr. Carlson seconded. Carried unanimously. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS (for action) a. Fritz Knipe, President of the Los Gatos Rowing Club, addressed the Council regarding the background on the Los Gatos Rowing Club, its history, "Project Boathouse" and the United States Rowing Association Junior and Men's National championship which the club will host next July, 1984. Mr. Knipe requested Council consideration of a written endorsement of their support of this international event to be held July 12-15, 1984 at the Lexington Reservoir off Highway 17, just outside Los Gatos. Council questioned traffic problems, especially at that time of year. After further discussion, Mr. Carlson moved to give consensual support to the event on behalf of the Town and request that Mr. Knipe keep Council informed as to planning, particularly with respect to traffic and parking situation. Mrs. Benjamin seconded, with statement that the Club should also be aware of traffic problems on Highway 17 in the month of July. Mayor Ventura asked that motion include that Town staff be represented at the Los Gatos Rowing Club meetings so all these suggestions and problems can be studied. Maker of motion stated he would accept both suggestions. Mr. Ferrito made a substitution motion that this be referred to staff for full report before supporting the event. Motion died for lack of second. First motion was voted on and it carried unanimously. Council congratulated Mr. Knipe for a job well done on establishing the Jr. Rowing Club and working with the youth of the community. Mr. Knipe at this time introduced the youth members of the Rowing Club. b. Letter from Marjorie Rice regarding Shannon Road traffic safety and requesting adequate signing and additional traffic control devices on Shannon at Happy Acres Road. Staff has advised Council that the present signing and striping are proper based on accepted Traffic Engineer standards. Discussion was held on what safety measures are on Shannon Road. After further discussion, it was consensus of Council no action be taken and staff to review and monitor the area. c. Letter from Willie Harmatz regarding the 4th Annual Summit Marathon. Mrs. Benjamin moved to approve the request for holding the Marathon on Sunday, November 13, 1983. Mr. Carlson seconded. Carried unanimously. d. Letter from the Rotary Club of Los Gatos regarding "The Great Saratoga to Los Gatos Race". Mrs. Benjamin moved to approve the request for Sunday, January 8, 1984, with condition that it be kept yo locals. Mayor Ventura seconded. Carried unanimously. e. Request from the Chamber of Commerce to hold their 27th Annual Christmas Parade. Mr. Ferrito moved to approve the Los Gatos Chamber of Commerce and Lions club request for December 3, 1983, subject to the following conditions: 1. Applicant be required to coordinate with the Police Department for street closure times and with the Parks Department for use of the Plaza and Civic Center to ensure facility cleanliness and preservation and protection of landscaped areas. 2. Specific approval by the Town Manager of the nonprofit groups selling merchandise in the Town Plaza. Mr. Daily seconded. Carried unanimously. f. Letter from Senior Coordinating Council requesting continuance of waiver of fees for Neighborhood Center use for bingo games. Mr. Ferrito moved to approve the Senior Coordinating Council's request that their Friday afternoon bingo games be viewed as a recreational activity and not require user fees unless attendance per afternoon increases to at least 50 individuals; and approve the policy that the facility will not be committed to the Senior Coordinating Council for bingo more than 30 days in advance. Mrs. Benjamin seconded. Carried unanimously. PAYROLL OCTOBER, 1983 Mayor Ventura moved to approve the payroll for October, 1983. Mr. Daily seconded. Carried unanimously. TREASURES REPORT-SEPTEMBER, 1983 Mr. Daily moved to accept Treasure's Report for September, 1983. Mrs Benjamin seconded. Carried unanimously. GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT GP-83-1 AND EIR-83-1 Mayor Ventura stated this was the time and place duly noted for continued public hearing to consider a draft Environmental Impact Report and a revised Town General Plan to include the following mandated or permissive elements: Land Use Conservation Housing Safety Circulation Seismic Safety Route 85 Noise Scenic Streets & Highways Energy Open Space Community design Human Services Lee Bowman stated he would like to report some additional information the Council had requested. The report refers to the number of hotels and motels in the surrounding cities and also reported regarding Bed and Breakfast's in Carmel, Nevada City, Mendocino County and Napa County. Mayor declared hearing open to public. John Hulme, spoke on the circulation policy and suggested some new wording to that section. Catherine Little, representing Los Gatos/Saratoga League of Women voters,, spoke on the need for affordable housing. Others speaking on various issues of the General Plan were Jo Bartlett, Nicholas Starry (also presented an additional signed petition's opposing Bed & Breakfasts in residential areas), R. Talent, Anna Gualtieri, Phil Lawless, R. Witham, Dom Salitto, J. Richardson and Mardi Bennett (also presented signed petitions favoring Bed & Breakfasts in residential area). Mrs. Benjamin wanted the record to show that previously the opponent has presented petition with 100 signatures and the opponents had presented a petition with 900 signatures. No one else wished to speak, Mrs. Benjamin moved hearing be closed. Mr. Ferrito seconded. Mr. Carlson stated he would like to see public hearing be held open for at least one more public hearing. After some discussion, Mrs. Benjamin withdrew her former motion and made a substitute motion that this hearing be continued to February 20, 1984. Mr. Carlson seconded. Carried unanimously. RECESS Mayor Ventura declared a recess. Meeting reconvened at 10:20 P.M. APPEAL-5 LOT SUBDIVISION ON HARWOOD ROAD AT BELCREST DR. Mayor Ventura stated this was the time and place duly noted for public hearing on appeal of Planning Commission approval of a 5-lot subdivision on Harwood Road at Belcrest Drive (Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints). Lee Bowman stated the decision of the Planning Commission involved not only the subdivision in question but issues of circulation on some adjoining properties which are also subject of future subdivisions. This appeal deals mainly with the two lots that have frontage on Harwood Road. Mr. Quigley appellant on this issue stated his concerns on the two lots in question and feels buildings should face Harwood Road. The present approved subdivision shows backyards facing Harwood Road without any provisions for screening from other residents. Also speaking on this was Daisy Web. Dolores Tatay, spoke on easement servicing her property and wanted to be sure there would be no fence built on said easement. Dr. John Reiger also spoke in this issue. No one else wished to speak, Mr. Carlson moved hearing be closed. Mayor Ventura seconded. Carried unanimously. Discussion was held as to whether there could be a condition placed on lots one and three and homes be oriented towards Harwood Road. Mr. Carlson moved to deny the appeal and each building be reviewed as it comes in individually. Mrs. Benjamin seconded. Mr. Ferrito asked for amendment to motion regarding noticing of people who have testified at any of Town's hearings. Mr. Carlson amended his motion to deny the appeal and added the condition that applicant for two lots in questions be required to notify all people who have testified at this meeting and Planning Commission so they are aware of any hearings of the Planning Commission. Mrs. Benjamin seconded. Carried by four ayes. Mayor Ventura voting no. The Town Attorney to prepare the appropriate Resolution denying the appeal and present to Council for their consideration at the next meeting. SAN BENITO/ANDREWS/SARATOGA AREA TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT Mr. Carlson moved to continue this hearing to December 5, 1983, in order to provide a 30 day period after the signals at Santa Cruz Avenue and Andrews Street are operational. Mr. Daily seconded. Carried unanimously. It was also noted that notices have been sent out to the neighborhood advising them of the continued hearing date. ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 24-RENT INCREASES The Town Attorney, Ms. Levinger, stated the proposed Ordinance and Resolution presented for Council's consideration, incorporates the changes made by Council at the last meeting. After further discussion, Mr. Carlson moved reading be waived for ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 24 OF THE TOWN CODE RELATING TO THE AMOUNT OF ANNUAL RENT INCREASE AND TO FACTORS OF REASONABLENESS IN DETERMINING RENT INCREASES. Mr. Daily seconded. Carried unanimously. Town Clerk read title. Mr. Carlson moved Ordinance be introduced. Mr. Ferrito seconded. Carried by a vote of four ayes. Mayor Ventura abstained. Randy Grimes, Rent Advisory Committee member, spoke to Council requesting the possibility of adopting this proposed Ordinance as an urgency Ordinance, Mr. Ferrito stated the need to make findings to pass as an Urgency Ordinance. The findings are that there had been instances in the past, wherein landlords would pass through the refinancing cost without any benefit to the tenants and that this gave rise to the Ordinance amendments. This appears to be continuing in at least two cases, which indicates that refinancing is being passed onto the tenants and because the matter has been discussed since March, it would be unfair to allow this practice to continue beyond todays date. He stated also that the impact on tenants would be significantly unfair. Mr. Ferrito then moved for adoption of ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 24 OF THE TOWN CODE RELATING TO THE AMOUNT OF ANNUAL RENT INCREASES AND TO FACTORS OF REASONABLENESS IN DETERMINING RENT INCREASE WITH THOSE FINDINGS AS AN URGENCY ORDINANCE. Motion dies for lack of second. Mr. Ferrito moved for adoption of Resolution No. 1983-225 entitled, RESOLUTION AMENDING THE LOS GATOS RENTAL MEDIATION REGULATIONS. Mr. Carlson seconded. Carried by a vote of four ayes. Mayor Ventura abstained. 16055 & 16085 CAMINO DEL CERRO The Town Attorney referred to prepared Resolution and the need for amendment so Resolution gives dates of hearings, field trips, etc. This will give full history of the project. Mr. Ferrito moved for adoption of Resolution No. 1983-226 entitled, RESOLUTION GRANTING APPEAL FROM PLANNING COMMISSION (16055 AND 16085 CAMINO DEL CERRO-GORDON LEVIN), as amended . Mr. Daily seconded. Carried by a vote of four ayes. Mr. Carlson abstained. APPEAL-SEWER CONNECTION 16773 LARK AVE. (YUKI) Mayor Ventura moved for adoption of Resolution No. 1983-227 entitled, RESOLUTION GRANTING APPEAL FROM DECISION OF BUILDING OFFICIAL (16773 LARK AVENUE-THOMAS YUKI). Mr. Carlson seconded. Carried unanimously. AMENDMENT TO DOWNTOWN SPECIFIC PLAN REGARDING PARKING AND CIRCULATION Mr. Daily moved for adoption of Resolution No. 1983-228 entitled, A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS CONCERNING AN AMENDMENT PERTAINING TO PARKING AND CIRCULATION IN THE DOWNTOWN SPECIFIC PLAN WHICH IS PART OF THE GENERAL PLAN. Mayor Ventura seconded. Carried unanimously. MODIFICATIONS-BLOSSOM HILL RD. & CHERRY BLOSSOM LANE Mrs. Benjamin moved to authorize staff to prepare plans and specifications for the proposed traffic striping modifications at Blossom Hill Road and Cherry Blossom Lane. Mr. Carlson seconded. Motion fails by a vote of two ayes. Mr. Ferrito, Mr. Daily and Mayor Ventura voted no. Discussion was held on how many parking places would be eliminated. Mayor Ventura moved to refer this back to staff for further study in conjunction with study of Camellia Terrace and Blossom Hill Road problem. Mr. Ferrito seconded. Carried unanimously. AMENDMENT TO-BUSINESS LICENSE TAX The Town Manager made presentation to Council regarding the need for increase of Town Business License Taxes due to loss of subventions from the State, loss of interest on deposits due to low interest rates. He also stated there are very few revenue options available to local governments today. Sue LaForge, Los Gatos Chamber of Commerce, feels most merchants feel the raise is justified but questions the increase all at one time. Also speaking to this issue was Noel Preslow from Countrymans Oldsmobile-Cadillac, John Hulme, Aaron Martin of the Village Inn and Beverly Peacock owner of the London Oyster. After further discussion, Mr. Carlson spoke on his concerns and moved taxing of seats for the theaters be stricken. Motion dies for lack of second. Mr. Carlson then moved there be a cap placed on retail sales of $650.00 and increase of Manufacturers by $25.00 increments. Motion dies for lack of second. Discussion was held on imposing of surcharge tax on liquor serving establishments in the Central Business District. The Town Attorney stated this can not be done as a tax imposed by the Town soley on liquor serving establishments is prohibited by the California Constitution. Mr. Daily moved reading be waived for an ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS REVISING BUSINESS LICENSE TAX. Mrs. Benjamin seconded. Carried unanimously. Clerk read title. Mr. Daily moved for the introduction of the Ordinance omitting references to surcharge tax. Mrs. Benjamin seconded. Carried by two ayes. Mr. Carlson voting no. Mr. Ferrito and Mayor Ventura abstained as they both have professional businesses in Town and should be affected by the tax. PROJECT 255-SS N. SANTA CRUZ & ANDREWS ST. SIGNALIZATION The Town Manager reported on staff recommendation to assess seven days liquidated damages as construction exceeded the time allowed. Representatives from Andero Construction and Steiny and Company were present. Representative of Andero Construction stated they intend to file a claim on this job but to date do not know the basis for 18 days stated by the Public Works Department. He requests Council to accept this project so an acceptance can be filed and also requests the Public Works be instructed to five Andero Construction the basis for the quantities that show project cost of $57,923.50, this bid was based on per foot and unit basis on much of the items. The Town Attorney stated accepting the project does not give waiver of any future claims. After further discussion, Mayor Ventura moved to approve Notice of Completion and Certificate of Acceptance, if contractor will stipulate at this time that contractors claims and Towns' claims regarding liquidated damages will be reserved and decided at a later date. The Public Works to advise contractor of basis of quantities regarding liquidated damages. Mrs. Benjamin seconded. Carried unanimously. CONTINUANCE OF MEETING Mr. Ferrito moved meeting be continued past midnight. Mr. Daily seconded. Carried by a vote of three ayes. Mayor Ventura and Mr. Carlson voting no. TRAFFIC SIGNAL LARK AVENUE AND OKA ROAD Mr. Ferrito moved to approve the draft agreement based on Option 1 which distributes the cost of traffic signals based on future development. Mrs. Benjamin seconded. Carried by a vote of four ayes. Mr. Carlson voting no. CABLE TELEVISION Mr. Ferrito moved to direct staff to notify all members of the House Energy and Commerce Committee and the California Congressional delegation of the Town's opposition to H. R. 4103. Mrs. Benjamin seconded. Carried unanimously. CONSULTANTS-SOILS ENGINEER & GEOLOGICAL SERVICES It was consensus of Council to continue this item to the meeting of November 21, 1983. COUNTY GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT Mr. Ferrito reported that IGC opposed County General Plan Amendment and County Planning Commission decided to allow them. Mr. Ferrito then moved Council oppose the Amendments and authorize the Mayor to appear before the Board of Supervisors at the hearing. Mr. Carlson seconded. Carried by a vote of four ayes. Mr. Daily abstained. FIRST QUARTER BUDGET REPORT Mr. Ferrito moved to approve the Salary Reserves Transfers; approve the Revenue Estimate Revisions including the appropriation of $204,500, to Contingency; and appropriate $20,000 in Jobs Bill Funds to Community Programs/Job Search Program and $50,000 in Jobs Bill funds to Community/Programs/Housing Stick Survey Program. Mrs. Benjamin seconded. Carried by a vote of four ayes. Mr. Daily abstained. Mr. Daily left the meeting at 12:15 A.M. DATA PROCESSING EQUIPMENT PURCHASES Mrs. Benjamin moved to approve the expenditures of up to $42,200, for additional data processing equipment from Want, Inc. and software licenses from Data-West, Inc. and approve the transfer of 42,200 from Contingency to the Town Manager/Data Processing budget, Mayor Ventura seconded. Carried by a vote of four ayes. PUBLIC TECHNOLOGY INCORPORATED Mayor Ventura moved approve Town membership in Public Technology, Inc. (PTI) and approve a transfer of $4,000 for membership dues from contingency to General Town Administration. Mrs. Benjamin seconded. Carried by a vote of four ayes. BLOSSOM HILL PARK IMPROVEMENTS Mayor Ventura moved to approve recommended modifications to the storage building and dugouts at Blossom Hill Park and authorize a $3,000 supplemental appropriation from the Park Tax Fund for project completion; request the Park Commission to study repaying the surface of facility and improve basketball standard at Live Oak Manor Park; study the surfacing at Blossom Hill Park. Mr. Carlson seconded. Carried by a vote of four ayes. BASKETBALL STANDARD-BACHMAN PARK Mayor Ventura moved to authorize the installation of a basketball standard at Bachman Park and approve a supplemental appropriation in the amount of $1,000 from the Park Tax Fund for project completion. Mr. Carlson seconded. Carried by a vote of four ayes. EMERGENCY ACCESS ROADS Mayor Ventura moved this be referred to Planning Commission to come up with set of standards for the emergency access roads especially in the hillside areas. Mrs. Benjamin seconded. Carried by a vote of four ayes. MOODY GULCH LOGGING Mayor Ventura moved to oppose the applications for logging in Moody Gulch. Mr. Ferrito seconded. Carried by a vote of four ayes. SARATOGA AVENUE LANDSCAPING Mayor Ventura stated that due to some excess funds the Town has the Town may be able to do some more landscaping in areas that were not originally included in the project. Mr. Ferrito moved Council authorize staff to do a conceptual plan and present to Council at a later date. Mr. Carlson seconded. Carried by a vote of four ayes. REPORT ON INTER-GOVERNMENTAL COUNCIL MEETING Mr. Ferrito reported on the Intergovernmental Council meeting stating the Board of Supervisors does not want to pay for bus stop repairs. The IGC does not like their lack of response and City Attorneys are getting together for possible legal action regarding obtaining some of Transit District money or legislation through the State which would allow the Town to get some of the money. STATE CARCINOGEN POLICY Mr. Ferrito moved Council support the proposed Carcinogen Policy of the Department of Health Services. Mayor Ventura seconded. Carried by a vote of four ayes. CONSTRUCTION 85 CORRIDOR Mayor Ventura stated that their is construction going on now for condos Council approved on Pollard and they are in the right-of-way for Corridor 85. State has not gotten around to purchasing the land prior to actual construction occupancy and moved that the Mayor be authorized to write to appropriate officials and ask the State to purchase these properties. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Ventura declared the meeting adjourned at 12:30 A.M., Tuesday, November 8, 1983.