M 09-21-87TOWN OF LOS GATOS CALIFORNIA
TOWN COUNCIL/PARKING AUTHORITY AGENDA
SEPTEMBER 21, 1987
TOWN COUNCIL
The Town Council/Parking Authority met in the Council Chambers of the Town
Hall at 8:25 p.m., in regular session.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Joanne Benjamin, Eric D. Carlson, Thomas J. Ferrito, Robert
l. Hamilton and Mayor Brent N. Ventura.
ABSENT:None.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Given by all in attendance.
APPOINTMENTS
Mayor Ventura stated interviews for Youth advisory Commission had been held
prior to the Council meeting whereby there were 19 applicants in Senior High
level, 4 applicants in Junior High level and one adult applicant. Mrs. Benjamin
moved to appoint Mary Gillispie as an adult member and Clerk be directed to
readvertise for the other two vacancies for adult members. Mr. Ferrito seconded.
Carried unanimously.
Mrs. Benjamin moved to appoint the 4 applicants in Junior High Level, namely
Adam Brown; Kirsten Fish; Greggory Heil and Karen McClish. Mr. Hamilton
seconded. Carried unanimously.
Mrs.Benjamin moved to appoint the 19 applicants in the Senior High level,
namely Heather Adams; Erin Burns; Jennifer Campsey; Heather Clark;
Christopher Cook; Amy E. Degnan; Kindra M. Donald; Michele R. Gilliam; Tiffany
Hackett; Jill Halverson; Karen Jennings; Ryan Johnson; Corina Khoury; Fiona
Lin; Jenner McCloskey; Robin Mullery; Caitlin Schechter; Kevin Whyte and Karl
Zilles. It was also suggested that the notice be sent again to Leigh High and
Westmont High to see if any students, who reside in Los Gatos but attend their
schools, would wish to apply for this Commission. Mr. Hamilton seconded.
Mayor Ventura moved to amend the above motion to add that Council direct the
Commission, at its first meeting, to establish some attendance rules. This was
accepted by the maker of the motion and the second. Carried unanimously.
PRESENTATION
Mr. Jones from California State Automobile Association presented the Town with
an award in this years AAA Pedestrian Protection Program. Accepting said
award were Police Chief Art Roy and Mayor Brent N. Ventura.
CLOSED SESSION
Attorney Levinger stated Council had met in Closed Session prior to tonight's
meeting and pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9 (a) discussed three
cases of pending litigations; Farwell vs Town of Los Gatos; Town vs Rothschild's
and Town vs Gallager (And Chili's) and there is nothing to report from said
discussions.
Pursuant to Government Code 54956.9 (c) Council discuss institution of
litigations - Re: HVAC System and there is no report. Also discussed was
personnel matter and there is nothing to report. No discussion was held on
Labor relations.
BID AWARD FOR LEGAL ADVERTISING
It was noted that proposals for legal publications for 87-88 were received from
Los Gatos Times Observer and Los Gatos Weekly. A comparison analysis has
been made and staff recommends the low bid of Los Gatos Weekly. Mr. Carlson
moved to accept staff recommendation and award bid for legal publications to the
Los Gatos Weekly for period of October 1, 1987 through September 1988. Mrs.
Benjamin seconded. Carried unanimously.
SCHEDULE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS
Information report for Council on public hearings scheduled for future meeting.
COUNTY REFERRALS
Mrs. Benjamin moved to accept staff recommendation on County Referral as
follows:
3340-30-41-87LM Loma Prieta Way Money Lot merger No comment. Mr.
Carlson seconded. Carried unanimously.
SECONDARY UNITS REPORT - AUGUST
Informational report for Council. Mr. Carlson suggested that Council direct staff
to make sure everyone is notified well in advance and this be highly publicized.
PAYROLL SEPTEMBER 11
Mrs.Benjamin moved for approval of September 11, 1987 payroll in the amount
of $165,670.84 and payroll related warrants along with other warrants in the
amount of $102,215.74. Mr. Carlson seconded. Carried unanimously.
RENT MEDIATION ANNUAL REPORT
Informational report for Council prepared by information and Referral Service for
the fiscal year of 1986-87.
SHANNON ROAD STOP SIGNS
Mrs. Benjamin moved to accept County proposal to install stop signs at Cherry
Blossom and Shannon Road and this be reviewed in twelve months for possible
additional stop sign request. Mr. Carlson seconded. Carried unanimously.
FLOOD CONTROL COMMITTEE APPOINTMENT
Mrs. Benjamin moved to nominate Ronald Zapf as Representative and Gary
Wolfinger as Alternate to the Central and North Central Flood Control Zone
Advisory Committee. Mr. Carlson seconded. Carried unanimously.
EIR FOR SHANNON ROAD - 9 LOT SUBDIVISION
Mrs.Benjamin moved for the adoption of Resolution No. 1987-129 entitled,
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AGREEMENT TO PREPARE AN
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT FOR THE NINE LOT SHANNON ROAD
SUBDIVISION. Agreement would be with Environmental Science Associates,
Inc. Mayor is authorized to sign agreement on behalf of the Town. Mr. Carlson
seconded. Carried unanimously.
EIR FOR SHADY LANE 27 LOT SUBDIVISION
Mrs. Benjamin moved for the adoption of Resolution No. 1987-130 entitled,
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AGREEMENT TO PREPARE AN
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT FOR THE TWENTY-SEVEN LOT SHADY
LANE SUBDIVISION. Mayor is authorized to sign agreement on behalf of the
Town. Mr. Carlson seconded. Carried unanimously.
HOSPITAL SIGN ORDINANCE AMENDMENT
Planning Director Bowman reported on the need for correction of Ordinance re
Hospital signs which was adopted on July 6, 1987. This revised Ordinance is
submitted to correct each of the uncompleted numbered sections. It has now
been determined that the Ordinance sections sited in the Ordinance were not
complete and the modifications to the sign table were not clearly stated. Mrs.
Benjamin moved to waive the reading for AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN OF
LOS GATOS TO CORRECT ORDINANCE NO. 1731 WHICH AMENDED THE
ZONING ORDINANCE CONCERNING THE SIZE, NUMBER, LOCATIONS AND
ADMINISTRATIVE PROCESSING OF SIGNS FOR HOSPITALS. Mr. Carlson
seconded. Carried unanimously. Clerk red title of the Ordinance. Mrs. Benjamin
moved the Ordinance be introduced. Mr. Carlson seconded. Carried
unanimously.
TOXIC GAS ORDINANCE
Informational report for Council
POLICE MOTORCYCLE DEPRECIATION
Mrs. Benjamin moved to authorize the acceleration of the depreciation of one
police motorcycle by one fiscal year and subsequent replacement in this fiscal
year. Mr. Carlson seconded. Carried unanimously.
"TASTE OF LOS GATOS"
Mrs. Benjamin moved to approve applicant's request to hold the fifth annual
"TASTE OF lOS GATOS" at the Town Plaza and on Montebello Way, on October
10 & 11, 1987 subject to staff recommendations as follows:
A. Applicant will meet with Park and Police Departments' staff by september 30
to
review conditions of approval and to coordinate the event.
B. Event hours will be established from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. October 10 and
11.
C. Street closure (Montebello Way and Broadway - east of Santa Cruz Avenue
will begin at 7:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 10 and end at 7:00 p.m. on Sunday,
October 11. Emergency access as determined necessary by the Police
Department will be maintained at all times.
D. Two Police Officers will be required for security purposes. Hours of patrol will
be from 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the Town Plaza.
E. Applicant will reimburse the Town of Los Gatos for maintenance and security
services provided.
F. Applicant will provide the Town of Los Gatos with special event insurance
coverage in the amount of one million dollars. The Town will be named as
additionally insured. The applicant will also provide the Town with a Hold
Harmless Agreement.
G. Amplified music shall not exceed 75 DBA measured twenty-five (25) feet from
the source.
H. A site plan outlining booth locations will be pre-approved by the Director of
Parks, Forestry and Maintenance Services.
Mr. Carlson seconded. Carried unanimously.
"GREAT RACE"
Mrs. Benjamin moved to approve the Rotary Club's request to conduct the Great
Saratoga to Los Gatos Race on Sunday, January 24, 1987 with conditions as
follows:
1. Applicant to comply with safety requirements as established by Police and
Parks, Forestry and Maintenance Departments.
2. Applicant shall be responsible for cleanliness of the race course route, to
include park facilities and public streets.
3. Applicant to provide one million dollar ($1,000,000) special event insurance
naming the Town as an additional insured, and sign a Town Hold Harmless
Agreement prior to the event.
4. Applicant to set up meetings with Police and Parks, Forestry and Maintenance
Departments two weeks prior to the event for coordination and to ensure
compliance with the above.
5. Applicant to pay the cost of uniformed officers.
Mr. Carlson seconded. Carried by vote of four ayes. Mr. Hamilton abstained.
MORTGAGE CREDIT CERTIFICATE PROGRAM
Mrs. Benjamin moved for the adoption of resolution No. 1987-131 entitled,
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE TOWN MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A
COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT WITH THE COUNTY OF SANTA CLARA FOR
PARTICIPATION IN THE MORTGAGE CREDIT CERTIFICATE PROGRAM. Mr.
Carlson seconded. Carried unanimously.
TRACT 8071
Mrs. Benjamin moved for the adoption of Resolution No. 1987-132 entitled
RESOLUTION APPROVING AND ACCEPTING FINAL MAP OF TRACT 8071
and authorize the execution of the contract for public improvements. Mr. Carlson
seconded. Carried unanimously.
ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT RE USES IN LM ZONE
Mrs. Benjamin moved for the adoption of Ordinance No. 1735 entitled, AN
ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS CONSIDERING AMENDMENTS
TO THE ZONING ORDINANCE CONCERNING THE USES PERMITTED IN
THE LM (COMMERCIAL - INDUSTRIAL) ZONE. Mr. Carlson seconded.
Carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION REMANDING APPEAL 167 VILLA AVE.
Mrs. Benjamin moved for the adoption of Resolution No. 1987-133 entitled,
RESOLUTION REMANDING TO PLANNING COMMISSION THE APPEAL OF
PLANNING COMMISSION APPROVAL OF PLANS FOR DEVELOPMENT OF A
PARKING LOT IN CONJUNCTION WITH AN EXISTING APARTMENT
BUILDING (167 VILLA AVENUE - OWNER CHARLES D. TUZAR). Mr. Carlson
seconded. Carried by vote of four ayes. Mr. Ferrito abstained as he had not
attended the meeting when this matter was discussed.
BELMONT AVENUE PARKING PROHIBITION
Town Engineer Zapf reported that a mail survey is being conducted and staff will
present the results for Council consideration at The meeting of October 19, 1987.
Mrs. Benjamin moved to continue this to October 19, 1987. Mr. Carlson
seconded. Carried unanimously.
VOLUNTEER PERMIT PARKING AT LOS GATOS HIGH SCHOOL
Mrs. Benjamin moved for the adoption of resolution No. 1987-134 entitled, TO
AMEND RESOLUTION NO. 1987-34 ADOPTED APRIL 6, 1987,
ESTABLISHING A TWO HOUR TIME LIMIT PARKING (EXCEPT BY PERMIT)
ON THE NORTH SIDE OF EAST MAIN STREET BETWEEN HIGH SCHOOL
COURT AND EAST DRIVEWAY OF LOS GATOS HIGH SCHOOL. Mr. Carlson
seconded. Carried unanimously.
EMPLOYEE RECOGNITION PROGRAM
Mrs. Benjamin moved for adoption of Resolution No. 1987-135 entitled,
RESOLUTION CREATING AN EMPLOYEE RECOGNITION PROGRAM. Mr.
Carlson seconded. Carried unanimously.
CENTENNIAL VOLUNTEER COMMENDATIONS
Mrs. Benjamin moved for the adoption of the following revised Resolutions
commending the Los Gatos Centennial Volunteers:
Resolution No. 1987-136 entitled, RESOLUTION COMMENDING THE LOS
GATOS CENTENNIAL INC.'S DEDICATED VOLUNTEERS (EXECUTIVE
BOARD).
Resolution No. 1987-137 entitled, RESOLUTION COMMENDING THE LOS
GATOS CENTENNIAL, INC.'S DEDICATED VOLUNTEERS (FUND RAISING
COMMITTEE)
RESOLUTION NO. 1987-138 entitled, RESOLUTION COMMENDING THE LOS
GATOS CENTENNIAL, INC'S DEDICATED VOLUNTEERS (HISTORICAL
ADVISORY COMMITTEE)
RESOLUTION NO. 1987-139 entitled, RESOLUTION COMMENDING THE LOS
GATOS CENTENNIAL, INC'S DEDICATED VOLUNTEERS
(COMMUNICATIONS COMMITTEE)
RESOLUTION NO. 1987-140 entitled, RESOLUTION COMMENDING THE LOS
GATOS CENTENNIAL, INC.'S DEDICATED VOLUNTEERS (CENTENNIAL
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RESOLUTION NO. 1987-141 entitled, RESOLUTION COMMENDING THE LOS
GATOS CENTENNIAL, INC.'S DEDICATED VOLUNTEERS (SPECIAL EVENTS
COMMITTEE), and
RESOLUTION NO. 1987-142 entitled, RESOLUTION COMMENDING THE LOS
GATOS CENTENNIAL, INC.'S DEDICATED VOLUNTEERS (STEERING
COMMITTEE) Mr. Carlson seconded. Carried unanimously.
APPEAL - FERRARI OF LOS GATOS - 66 E. MAIN ST.
Mayor Ventura stated this was the time and place duly noted for continued public
hearing to consider an appeal of Planning Commission's approval with
conditions, on the Conditional Use Permit application U-86-24, requesting
permission to operate an automobile dealership in the C-2 zone. Property
located at 66 E. Main Street and owned by Marilyn Freisen. It was noted that a
letter was received from Attorney Reedy requesting continuance of this matter
until the Parking Assessment District will be implemented. Mr. Carlson moved to
continue this matter to October 19, 1987, and staff to notify the appellant of
Council action. Mrs. Benjamin seconded. Carried unanimously.
GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT GP-87-4
Mayor Ventura stated this was the time and place duly noted for continued public
hearing to consider amendments to the General Plan concerning handicapped
requirements for new residential developments. GP-87-4. Planning Director
Bowman answered questions of Council stating this action would be more
restrictive than title 24. Building Official Watson also answered questions of
Council. There being no one from the audience wishing to speak on this issue,
Mr. Ferrito moved to close the public hearing. Mrs. Benjamin seconded. Carried
unanimously. Mr. Ferrito moved to make the negative declaration. Mrs.
Benjamin seconded. Carried unanimously. Mr. Ferrito moved to make the
finding that General Plan Amendment GP-87-4 is internally consistent with the
General Plan. Mrs. Benjamin seconded. Carried unanimously. Mr. Ferrito
moved for the adoption of Resolution No. 1987-143 entitled, A RESOLUTION OF
THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS CONCERNING
AMENDMENTS TO THE GENERAL PLAN. Mrs. Benjamin seconded. Carried
unanimously.
APPEAL ON DENIAL OF SECOND STORY ADDITION AT 15409 LOS GATOS
BLVD.
Mayor Ventura stated this was the time and place duly noted for public hearing to
consider the appeal of the Planning Commission's denial of a request for
approval of plans for an approximately 3,920 square foot, second floor addition to
an existing commercial building in the CH zone. Property located at 15405 Los
Gatos Boulevard. Mayor Ventura stated a letter had been received from property
owner, Donald Peck, requesting a 60 day continuance. Mrs. Benjamin moved to
grant the request and continue this matter to November 19, 1987. Mr. Carlson
seconded. Carried unanimously.
APPEAL ON THE APPROVAL OF PLANS FOR CONSTRUCTION OF AN
OFFICE BLDG 14901 NATIONAL
Mayor Ventura stated this was the time and place duly noted for public hearing to
consider the appeal of the Planning Commission's approval of plans for the
construction of an office building in the "O" zone, subject to various conditions.
Property located at 14901 National avenue - Owner: West Valley Associates.
Appellant Catherine Smith spoke on the number of times a proposed plan, for
this address, had been before the Planning Commission and stated she feels the
building lacks distinction; is to massive for the lot and does not blend in with
residential surroundings. Speaking in favor of the project were Dr. Morrison, who
stated the building would be owner occupied; Warren Jacobsen, Architect for
project; Don Gartman; Wm. Hoff; Dr. Gerald Hardin, who stated the area is not
residential; and Richard Amico. After further discussion on this project. Mrs.
Benjamin moved to uphold Planning Commissions decision as the project is
consistent with other buildings and what is going on in that area. Mr. Hamilton
seconded. Carried unanimously. Town Attorney to prepare appropriate
Resolution and present for Council consideration at the next regular meeting.
ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT A-87-10
Mayor Ventura stated this was the time and place duly noted for public hearing to
consider the Planning Commission's recommendation on Amendment to the
Zoning Ordinance A-87-10 to require Architecture and Site approval for
construction of any single family or two-family dwellings (excluding the secondary
units) in the R-1, R-M, R-D and R1-D zones. Planning Director Bowman
answered questions of Council. Michael Valley, 201 Forrester questioned as to
what the guidelines are regarding required footage on lots. Mr. Bowman
explained various standards applied to some of the zones in Town but stated
there are not standards for all zones. Catherine Smith also spoke on the issue.
After further discussion and there being no one else from the audience wishing to
speak, Mr. Carlson moved public hearing be closed. Mr. Ferrito seconded.
Carried unanimously. Mr. Ferrito moved to make the findings that Zoning
Ordinance Amendment A-87-10 is consistent with the General Plan and from
now on, the staff report should state or list the basis for making the findings. Mr.
Carlson seconded. Carried unanimously. Mr. Ferrito moved to waive the
reading of AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS CONSIDERING
AMENDMENTS TO THE ZONING ORDINANCE TO REQUIRE
ARCHITECTURE AND SITE APPROVAL FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF ANY
SINGLE FAMILY OR TWO-FAMILY DWELLINGS IN THE R-1, R-D, R-M and R-
1D ZONES. Mr. Carlson seconded. Carried unanimously. Clerk red title of the
Ordinance. Mr. Ferrito moved for the introduction of the Ordinance. Mr. Carlson
seconded. Carried unanimously.
APPEAL - 100 N. SANTA CRUZ AVE. CONSTRUCTION OF COMMERCIAL
BLDG.
Mayor Ventura stated this was the time and place duly noted for public hearing to
consider appeal of Planning Commission's decision on denial of request for
approval of one-year time extension for construction of a commercial building in
the C-2 zone. Property located at 100 N. Santa Cruz Avenue and owned by
Gary and Doris Zucconi. It is staff recommendation to continue this public
hearing to November 2, 1987 to permit the Council to hold its scheduled public
hearing on the traffic policies. Mr. Carlson moved to accept the recommendation
and continue to November 2, 1987. Mrs. Benjamin seconded. Carried
unanimously.
RECESS
Mayor Ventura declared a recess, Meeting reconvened at 10:10 p.m.
APPEAL - SECOND STORY CONSTRUCTION OM R-D-LHP
Mayor Ventura stated this was the time and place duly noted for public hearing to
consider appeal of Planning Commission's approval of plans to remodel and
construct a second story to an existing single family residence in the R-1D-LHP
zone. (S-87-23) Owner - Jack Cook; Appellant - J. Mc Manis) Mr. Carlson
stated for the record that he would abstain from voting on this matter as he had
been absent from the previous hearing. Speaking on the appeal was Dennis
Burrows, Architect for the project. He spoke on change of plans and the
reduction in various floor areas. Jack Cook, owner of the project, presented
sketch showing reduction of the project. Discussion was held as to the possibility
of reducing floor area more than was shown. Mr. Milton Kreb, 206 Glenridge
spoke on his concerns in elevation of the house and the footprint of the house.
Feels if house were a different design there would be no need for the extra height
of the house. Speaking in favor of the issue was Bella Goins, 227 Massol
Avenue and Janet Cook. After further discussion Mrs. Benjamin moved to
continue this to the next meeting and have staff to have a study made on the
average height and size of buildings in the Almond Grove and bring back this
report for Council review, also have owner to reduce the plans by another 300
sq. feet. Mr. Ventura seconded. Carried by vote of three ayes. Mr. Hamilton
voting no and Mr. Carlson abstained.
MINUTES OF AUGUST 3, 1987
Mrs. Benjamin moved for approve of the minutes as corrected previously. Mr.
Ferrito seconded. Carried unanimously.
MINUTES OF SEPTEMBER 9, 1987
Corrections were made on page 6 - subject - Appeal 300 Blossom Hill Road. Mr.
Ferrito item 4 of motion to read "indicate that the level of traffic generated for 32
single family units plus the required BMP units is accepted." Clerk to check tape
for other corrections. Page 6 - Subject Resolution for 167 Villa Avenue let record
show that on consensus motion Mr. Ferrito abstained. Also on Page 6 - Subject
Capital Improvements Project saratoga Avenue & Los Gatos Blvd. Mrs.
Benjamin was not in favor of the statement that staff return with a conceptual
plan for an interchange on Blossom Hill Road.
Mr. Ferrito moved for approval of the September 9, 1987 minutes as corrected.
Mrs. Benjamin seconded. Carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION RE APPEAL - 58 ALPINE
Mr. Hamilton moved that the adoption of resolution re the appeal of 58 Alpine
Avenue (R. Lincoln) be continued to October 19, 1987. Mr. Ventura seconded.
Carried unanimously.
APPEAL - 300 BLOSSOM HILL RD.
Mr. Ferrito moved for the adoption of Resolution No. 1987-144 entitled,
RESOLUTION REMANDING TO PLANNING COMMISSION THE APPEAL OF
PLANNING COMMISSION DENIAL OF ZONE CHANGE APPLICATIONS
REQUESTING CHANGE IN ZONE FROM O, R-1:8000 AND RM:5-20 TO RM-5-
20-PD TO CONSTRUCT A 72 UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT ON 10.2
ACRES OF PROPERTY AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF BLOSSOM HILL
ROAD AND ROBERTS ROAD AND DENIAL OF REQUEST FOR
CERTIFICATION OF DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT (300
BLOSSOM HILL ROAD - VASONA HILLS PARTNERSHIP) and copies of
minutes of last several meetings pertaining to this last appeal, on this project, be
submitted to Planning Commission to clarify Councils' concerns. Mrs.Benjamin
seconded. Carried by vote of three ayes. Mr. Ventura voting no and Mr. Carlson
abstained nd requested the record to reflect to Planning Commission that PD is
the way to treat this property; they should review all aspects of the proposal, not
just items (a) through (h) as stated in the Resolution. Planning should decide
what number of units is appropriate and look at the application on its merits.
FORRESTER ROAD TRAIL
Council discussed report from the Trails Committee. Speaking on the restoration
of the trail system were Bill Hirschman, 225 Forrester Rd.; Jerry Zavalnez, 213
Forrester Rd.; Jan Abraham, Kennedy Rd.;Ervie Morris; Dan & Grace Sparks,
227 Forrester Rd.; Mike Valley; Ken Gimelli and Gail Holmes. A petition signed
by 9 resident, in the area, requesting the relocation of the equestrian/pedestrian
path along Forrester Road was presented to Council. Discussion was held on
the easements on the property when the property was purchased by the
residents. Discussion was held as to liability whereby Town Engineer answered
questions of Council. It was consensus of Council to have staff prepare a map
showing all the easements for the trail and continue this item to October 19,
1987.
CONTINUANCE OF MEETING PAST MIDNIGHT
Mr. Ferrito moved meeting be continued past midnight. Mr. Carlson seconded.
Carried unanimously.
TENNIS COURT RESURFACING AT L.G. HIGH SCHOOL
Mr. Carlson moved to have the Town staff work with School District re the
specifications and inspection of the project. Mrs. Benjamin seconded. Carried
by vote of four ayes. Mayor Ventura was absent at the time of the vote.
WAIVER OF FEES ON CONSTRUCTION OF CORPORATION YARD FOR
HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT
Mr. Ferrito moved to accept staff recommendation and continued this item to
October 19,1987. Mrs. Benjamin seconded. Carried by vote of four ayes.
Mayor Ventura was absent at the time of the vote.
Mrs. Benjamin left the meeting at 12:10 a.m.
TRANSIENT OCCUPANCY TAX REVIEW
Mr. Ferrito moved to consider amending the definition of "Transient" by directing
staff to return with an appropriate ordinance amendment and present when there
is full Council participation. Mr. Ventura seconded. Carried by three ayes. Mr.
Carlson voting no and Mrs. Benjamin being absent.
REORGANIZATION ENGINEER DEPT.
Mr. Ferrito moved to accept staff recommendation and authorize amendments to
1987-88 Classification Plan and budget with reorganization of the Engineering
Department. Mr. Carlson seconded. Carried by vote of four ayes. Mrs.
Benjamin was absent.
FINANCIAL PROCEDURES
Deputy Treasurer, Fred long gave a paraphrased report of a unsigned letter
presented to Town Council from the Town Treasurer Nogah Bethlahmy and
suggested that the Town Manager and Town Attorney take a look at the
government code for compliance. It was noted by Council that the issue of Main
Hurdman report is past and has been handled. This item will be reagendized at
a later date.
URGENCY INTERIM ZONING ORDINANCE RE IMPROVEMENTS TO
PROPERTY IN BUSINESS DIST.
No action taken due to lack of a full Council.
RECONSIDERATION COUNCIL DECISION 300 BLOSSOM HILL ROAD
Council considered request but remaned application to the Planning
Commission.
STREET TREES MAGNESON LOOP
Consensus of Council to approve report regarding choice of street trees on
Magneson Loop.
DEVELOPMENT PROPOSALS
No discussion held on this item. Held until October 19, 1987.
BUS STOP LOCATION AT 214 SARATOGA AVE.
Councilman Hamilton stepped down from his chair and spoke on need to change
bus stop location from in fronto of the Saratoga Savings an Loan located at 214
Saratoga Avenue. He gave reasons for wanting the relocation and after some
discussion, it was consensus of Council to direct staff to prepare a map showing
the overall plan and bring this back to the meeting of October 19, 1987.
SAFETY MEASURES SHANNON ROAD.
Continued report on safety improvements on Shannon Road and discussion was
held re the possibility of scheduling a neighborhood meeting.
Mayor Ventura moved to direct Planning Commission to consider, as a referral
from Council, an amendment to the Zoning Ordinance to regulate how the
calculations for coverage for office buildings are made and also, consider
amending the Ordinance relating to duck under parking. Mr. Carlson seconded.
Carried by vote of four ayes, Mrs. Benjamin was absent.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Ventura declared the meeting adjourned at 12:40 a.m., Tuesday,
September 22, 1987.
ATTEST:
Rose E. Aldag
Town Clerk