M 05-02-88TOWN OF LOS GATOS CALIFORNIA
TOWN COUNCIL/PARKING AUTHORITY AGENDA
MAY 2, 1988
TOWN COUNCIL
The Town Council/Parking Authority met in the Council Chambers of the Town
Hall at 7:40 p.m., in regular session.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT:Joanne Benjamin, Thomas J. Ferrito, Robert L. Hamilton,
Brent N. Ventura and Mayor Eric D. Carlson.
ABSENT:None.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Given by all in attendance.
APPOINTMENTS TO COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION
Mayor Carlson stated there are two (2) vacancies on the Los Gatos Community
Services Commission. Applicants for the two vacancies are Diane B. Werp, Alan
Orr and Erin Hickey. Present for interviews was Diane B. Werp. Mayor Carlson
stated all applicants were qualified for the positions and would be nominated.
Voting was held and receiving majority of votes and appointed to the
Commission were Diane B. Werp and Erin Hickey. These appointments to said
Commission are not for a full term but will fill the unexpired terms of Randy Danto
and Carolyn Moniz. The terms of office to be decided at the Community Services
Commission meeting.
LOS GATOS MUSEUM COMMISSION APPOINTMENTS
Mayor Carlson stated there are (3) vacancies on the Los Gatos Museum
Commission. Applicants for the three vacancies are Dr. George Nuekam, Robert
Olson, Alan Orr and Alice McCammon. Present for the interviews, which were
held prior to the Council meeting, were Robert Olson and Alice McCammon.
Mayor Carlson stated all applicants were qualified for the positions and would be
nominated. Voting was held whereby Dr. Nuekam, Robert Olson and Alice
McCammon received the majority of votes and were appointed to the
commission and each will serve a three (3) year term.
PRESENTATIONS
Presentation for Centennial repayment and commendation to Randy Danto will
not be made tonight and will be re-scheduled for the next Council meeting.
CLOSED SESSION REPORT
Town Attorney reported on Closed Session meeting held prior to tonight's
Council meeting. Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9 (a) Council
had met and discussed the litigation of Town v Caltrans and there is nothing to
report from that discussion. Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9 (b)
Council discussed the claim of Charles & Susan Nissan and made finding there
is significant exposure to litigations and rescinded their previous authorization
and authorized new settlement in the amount of $8,106.53. Council also
discussed the claim of K.E. Moeckel and made the finding there is significant
exposure to litigation and authorized settlement in the amount of $1,922.00.
Attorney also reported that from the closed session meeting of March 14, 1988
there was an authorization of a settlement to Edith Klein in the amount of
$6,500.00. It was not reported previously because settlement discussions were
pending.
SCHEDULE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS
Informational report for Council on public hearings scheduled for future meetings.
CALENDAR OF MEETINGS
Information report for Council.
PAYROLL OF APRIL 22, 1988
Mrs. Benjamin moved for approval of payroll of April 22, 1988 in the amount of
$167,434.16 and payroll related warrants in the amount of $127,665.05. Mr.
Ventura seconded. Carried unanimously.
PLANNING REPORT
Informational report for Council re monthly report for Commission and Planning
Department
BID AWARD ON SALE OF USED TOWN VEHICLES
Mr. Hamilton moved to accept staff recommendation and award the sale of the
used Police patrol vehicles as follows.
Five (5) vehicles to Envireco of Elmhurst, New York in the amount of $15,495.00
and two (2) vehicles to John Koshinsky of San Jose in the amount of $6,590.70.
Mr. Ventura seconded. Carried unanimously. Mr. Hamilton stated that before
any further sales such as these, that staff inform the Council of the year, model
and mileage on cars.
AB 3348 (FLOYD) ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE SALES
Mrs. Benjamin moved to accept staff recommendation and letter be directed to
the Assembly Governmental Organization Committee, for the Mayor's signature
opposing this bill. Mr. Ventura seconded. Carried unanimously.
TIME CAPSULE DEDICATION CEREMONY
Informational report for Council re dedication ceremony date. Staff to look at
some other date than May 20, 1988, as there is another event scheduled for that
date.
BMP HOUSING PROGRAM DEED RESTRICTIONS
Staff requested this issue be continued to May 16, 1988 meeting. Mrs. Benjamin
moved request be granted and continue this item to May 16, 1988. Mr. Ventura
seconded. Carried unanimously.
ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE TRANSFER
Mrs. Benjamin moved to accept staff recommendation and approve the transfer
of alcoholic beverage license for "At the Hop" restaurant. The new owner to be
informed in writing of the nonconforming status of the restaurant. Mr. Ventura
seconded. Carried unanimously.
LATE CLAIM FOR P. FELLOWS
Mrs. Benjamin moved to accept staff recommendation and accept the filing of a
late claim for damages by Patricia Fellows. Mr. Ventura seconded. Carried
unanimously.
REJECTION OF CLAIM - FELLOWS
Mrs. Benjamin moved to accept staff recommendation and reject the claim for
damages filed by Patricia Fellows. Mr. Ventura seconded. Carried unanimously.
CLAIM OF SCOTT LA BONTE
Mrs. Benjamin moved to accept staff recommendation and reject the claim for
damages filed by Scott La Bonte. Mr. Ventura seconded. Carried unanimously.
TOP OF THE HILL ROAD # 6 ANNEX.
Mrs. Benjamin moved for the adoption of Resolution No. 1988-70 entitled, A
RESOLUTION APPROVING THE ANNEXATION OF CERTAIN UNINHABITED
TERRITORY DESIGNATED AS TOP OF THE HILL ROAD #6 TO THE TOWN
OF LOS GATOS. Mr. Ventura seconded. Carried unanimously.
LOS GATOS BLVD. #11 ANNEXATION
Mrs. Benjamin moved for the adoption of Resolution No. 1988-71 entitled, A
RESOLUTION APPROVING THE ANNEXATION OF CERTAIN UNINHABITED
TERRITORY DESIGNATED AS LOS GATOS BOULEVARD #11 TO THE TOWN
OF LOS GATOS. Mr. Ventura seconded. Carried unanimously.
AGREEMENT FOR CAL ID SYSTEM
Mrs. Benjamin moved for the adoption of Resolution No. 1988-72 entitled, A
RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS
AUTHORIZING THE TOWN MANAGER TO NEGOTIATE AND ENTER INTO AN
AGREEMENT TO PROVIDE LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCY ACCESS TO
THE CALIFORNIA IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM AND TO APPROPRIATE AND
SEND THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS' FINANCIAL CONTRIBUTION FOR THE
SYSTEM TO THE CITY OF SAN JOSE FINANCE DEPARTMENT. This
authorizes the manager to execute an agreement with Santa Clara County and
the incorporated cities to provide Los Gatos law enforcement access to the
California Identification System. Mr. Ventura seconded. Carried unanimously.
HONORING THE FOUNDING OF THE ITALIAN REPUBLIC
Mrs. Benjamin moved for the adoption of RESOLUTION NO. 1988-73 entitled,
RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS HONORING THE 42ND
ANNIVERSARY OF THE FOUNDING OF THE ITALIAN REPUBLIC. Mr.
Ventura seconded. Carried unanimously.
MUNICIPAL CLERK'S WEEK
Mrs. Benjamin moved for the adoption of Resolution No. 1988-74 entitled,
RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS PROCLAIMING MAY 8
THROUGH MAY 14, 1988 "MUNICIPAL CLERK'S WEEK". Mr. Ventura
seconded. Carried unanimously.
REVERSION TO ACREAGE - 155 COLLEGE AVENUE JON ANDERSON
Mrs. Benjamin moved for the adoption of Resolution No. 1988-75 entitled,
RESOLUTION REVERTING AN EXISTING 4-LOT SUBDIVISION OF 1.121
ACRES BACK TO ACREAGE AND ELIMINATING ALL INTERIOR PROPERTY
LINES ON PROPERTY IN THE R-1:8000 ZONE, REVERTING SAID
SUBDIVISION TO ACREAGE, AND APPROVING A 3-LOT SUBDIVISION IN
THE R-1:8000 ZONE (155 COLLEGE AVENUE - JON ANDERSON). Mr.
Ventura seconded. Carried by vote of four ayes. Mr. Ferrito voting no.
GRANT APPEAL DIMITROPOULOS 644 UNIVERSITY
Mrs. Benjamin moved for the adoption of Resolution No. 1988-76 entitled,
RESOLUTION GRANTING APPEAL OF PLANNING COMMISSION DENIAL OF
REQUEST FOR APPROVAL TO CONSTRUCT AND OPERATE AN
AUTOMOBILE REPAIR FACILITY ON PROPERTY LOCATED IN THE LM
ZONE (644 UNIVERSITY AVENUE - ANGELO AND ADEL DIMITROPOULOS).
Mr. Ventura seconded. Carried by vote of three ayes. Mr. Ferrito and Mr.
Ventura voting no.
AMEND ZONING ON PROPERTIES AT 15298 & 15300 KENNED ROAD
Mrs. Benjamin moved for the adoption of Ordinance No. 1749 entitled, AN
ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS AMENDING THE ZONING MAP
NO. 140 FROM RC TO HR-2 1/2 AND HR-2 1/2 TO RC FOR THE
PROPERTIES LOCATED AT 15298 AND 15300 KENNEDY ROAD. Mr. Ventura
seconded. Carried unanimously.
AMEND ZONING ON PROPERTIES AT 105 & 109 SPRECKLES AVE.
Mrs. Benjamin moved for the adoption of Ordinance No. 1750 entitled, AN
ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS AMENDING THE ZONING MAP
139 FROM R-1:20 TO R-1:8 FOR THE PROPERTIES LOCATED AT 109 AND
105 SPRECKLES AVENUE. Mr. Ventura seconded. Carried unanimously.
VERBAL COMMUNICATION
Speaking from the audience was Douglas Lincoln, 100 Olde Drive. Mr. Lincoln
stated he understood that partial engineering drawings for the Alma Bridge Road
alternative has been submitted to the Town Engineering Department for review
and he is requesting that no grading permits be issued on a peace meal or partial
basis, but hold the issue of any grading permit only after the complete and
finalized design has been submitted and reviewed in total.
Town Engineer Zapf stated Town's policy is not to issue a grading permit until the
full plans have been submitted and reviewed by the Engineer's office. To insure
that they are in conformance with the applicable standards, including the
Municipal Code. Mr. Zapf stated there are currently 72 conditions on that project
and Engineer's office will insure that all the conditions are enforce.
URGENCY ORDINANCE 1747 EXTENSION
Mayor Carlson stated this was the time and place duly noted for public hearing to
consider the extension of Ordinance No. 1747, AN URGENCY INTERIM
ZONING ORDINANCE TO ESTABLISH A TEMPORARY PROHIBITION ON
APPLICATIONS FOR CERTAIN TYPES OF IMPROVEMENTS TO NON
RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY IN THE DOWNTOWN SPECIFIC PLAN AREA
THAT ARE NON CONFORMING AS TO PARKING LOCATED WEST OF
STATE ROUTE 17 BETWEEN SARATOGA AVENUE AND BLOSSOM HILL
ROAD.
There being no one from the audience wishing to speak on this issue, Mr.
Ventura moved public hearing be closed. Mrs. Benjamin seconded. Carried
unanimously. Discussion was held on the number of times an urgency ordinance
can be extended. After further discussion,Mr. Ventura moved to make the
following finding to extend the Urgency Ordinance:
a. There is a current and immediate threat to the public health, safety or welfare;
b. The approval of additional subdivisions, use permits, variances, building
permits or any other applicable entitlement for use which is required in order to
comply with a zoning ordinance would result in a threat to public health, safety, or
welfare. The supportive evidence for these findings are included in Section 1 of
the proposed Ordinance.
Mr. Benjamin seconded. Carried by vote of four ayes. Mr. Ferrito voting no.
Mr. Ventura moved to waive the reading of AN URGENCY INTERIM ZONING
ORDINANCE EXTENDING ORDINANCE 1747 ESTABLISHING A
TEMPORARY PROHIBITION ON APPLICATIONS FOR CERTAIN TYPES OF
IMPROVEMENTS TO NONRESIDENTIAL PROPERTY IN THE DOWNTOWN
SPECIFIC PLAN AREA THAT WERE FORMERLY NONCONFORMING AS TO
PARKING LOCATED WEST OF STATE ROUTE 17 BETWEEN SARATOGA
AVENUE AND BLOSSOM HILL ROAD. Mrs. Benjamin seconded. Carried
unanimously. Town Clerk read title of Ordinance. Mr. Hamilton moved for
introduction and adoption of said Ordinance No. 1751 extending Ord. 1747 to
November 21, 1988. No vote taken on the motion. Mr. Ventura then moved to
introduce and adopt Ordinance No. 1751 extending Ord. 1747 to November 21,
1988. No vote taken on the motion. Mr. Ventura then moved to introduce and
adopt Ordinance No. 1751 extending Ord. 1747 to March 17, 1989. Motion died
for lack of second. Discussion was held on dates for extending the Ordinance
and the cost to Town for renoticing if not extended for the full extension to March
1989. After further discussion Mr. Hamilton restated his motion to move for the
introduction and adoption of Ordinance No. 1751 extending Ord. 1747 to
November 21, 1988. Mr. Carlson seconded. Motion fails with vote of two ayes.
Mr. Ferrito, Mr. Ventura and Mrs. Benjamin voting no. Mr. Hamilton explained his
rationale for extending the Ordinance for only six months. Mr. Ventura stated he
is willing to change his vote and wants record to reflect his objections. He feels
this is wasting staff time to have to renotice for further extension of the Ordinance
in six months, cost to the Town for readvertising and sees no productive use for
making change in the extension date. Mrs. Benjamin stated she feels its wasting
public funds for renoticing. Mr. Hamilton restated his motion for introducing and
adoption of Ordinance 1751 entitled, AN URGENCY INTERIM ZONING
ORDINANCE EXTENDING ORDINANCE 1747 ESTABLISHING A
TEMPORARY PROHIBITION ON APPLICATIONS FOR CERTAIN TYPES OF
IMPROVEMENTS TO NONRESIDENTIAL PROPERTY IN THE DOWNTOWN
SPECIFIC PLAN AREA THAT WERE FORMERLY NONCONFORMING AS TO
PARKING LOCATED WEST OF STATE ROUTE 17 BETWEEN SARATOGA
AVENUE AND BLOSSOM HILL ROAD. This extends Ordinance 1747 to
November 21, 1988. Mr. Carlson seconded. Carried by vote of four ayes. Mr.
Ferrito voted no. Public hearing will be scheduled for November 21, 1988.
EXTENSION OF ORDINANCE 1748
Mayor Carlson stated this was the time and place duly published for public
hearing to consider the extension of Ordinance NO. 1748 entitled, AN
URGENCY INTERIM ZONING ORDINANCE CONCERNING USES WHICH
WERE FORMERLY NONCONFORMING AS TO PARKING LOCATED IN THE
DOWNTOWN PARKING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT. As reported from the Town
Attorney that FPPC has indicated that this is the same subject matter as before
and Mr. Hamilton will be voting as this is an extension of previous order. Mr.
Ferrito stepped down from his chair. There being no one from the audience
wishing to speak on this issue, Mr. Ventura moved to close the public hearing.
Mrs. Benjamin seconded. Carried by vote of four ayes. Mr. Ferrito abstained.
Mr. Ventura moved to make the following findings to extend the Ordinance No.
1748:
a. There is a current and immediate threat to the public health, safety or welfare;
b. The approval of additional subdivisions,use permits. variances, building
permits or any other applicable entitlement for use which is required in order to
comply with a zoning ordinance would result in a threat to public health, safety, or
welfare. The supportive evidence for these findings are included in Section 1 of
the Ordinance.
Mrs. Benjamin seconded. Carried by vote of four ayes. Mr. Ferrito abstained.
Mr. Ventura moved to waive the reading of AN URGENCY ORDINANCE
EXTENDING ORDINANCE 1748 ESTABLISHING A TEMPORARY
PROHIBITION ON APPLICATIONS FOR CERTAIN TYPES OF
IMPROVEMENTS TO PROPERTY IN THE DOWNTOWN PARKING
ASSESSMENT DISTRICT. Mrs. Benjamin seconded. Carried by vote of four
ayes. Mr. Ferrito abstained.Clerk read title of ordinance. Mr. Ventura moved for
the introduction and adoption of Ordinance 1752 entitled, AN URGENCY
INTERIM ZONING ORDINANCE EXTENDING ORDINANCE 1748
ESTABLISHING A TEMPORARY PROHIBITION ON APPLICATIONS FOR
CERTAIN TYPES OF IMPROVEMENTS TO PROPERTY IN THE DOWNTOWN
PARKING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT. This extends Ordinance 1748 to March
17, 1990. Mrs. Benjamin seconded. Carried by vote of four ayes. Mr. Ferrito
abstained. Mr. Hamilton stated his reason for supporting this is that it will take in
all businesses and we would not peace meal people, as it relates to parking. He
feels that has been done and thats the reason for his support.
APPEAL - LEE KAVANAUGH 213 EDELEN AVE.
Mayor Carlson stated this was the time and place duly published for public
hearing to consider an appeal of Planning Commission's denial of request for
approval of plans for the remodeling and expansion of an existing residence and
for an exception to the Development Standards of the Zoning Ordinance to
permit the expansion in floor area of two secondary dwelling units in the R-1D-
LHP zone. Property located at 213 Edelen Avenue and owned by Lee
Kavanaugh. Randall Reedy, Attorney representing Lee Kavanaugh spoke on the
improvements to the secondary dwelling units and answered questions of
Council. council questioned as to whether permits were issue for the work on the
secondary units. Building Official Watson stated no permits were issued. It was
determined that the only permits taken out was for the foundation on the main
house. Discussion was held on the size of the units. Also speaking on the
appeal was Lee Kavanaugh and she answered questions of Council as to when
improvements were done. Further discussion was held on the illegal expansion
on secondary dwelling units without proper permits. It was consensus of Council
that granting a variance for the secondary units improvements would be granting
special privileges and be unfair to others who have not been allowed to improve
their units. Mr. Reedy stated he feels the granting of a variance is justified in this
situation and there are a number of conditions that Council could impose with
respect to allowing a variance, as long as conditions are comparable to other
conditions required by other people who have secondary dwelling units, then
there is no granting of special privileges. There being no one else from the
audience wishing to speak on this issue, Mr. Ferrito moved to close the public
hearing. Mr. Ventura seconded. Carried unanimously.
After further discussion Mrs. Benjamin moved to deny the appeal based on the
fact that the appellant has done other building in Town, is aware of rules and
feels it would be unfair to allow this when others have not been allowed the same
privileges. Mr. Ventura seconded and agreed with Mrs. Benjamin and cannot
find the rationale and able to find the findings to support a variance.
Motion carried by vote of four ayes. Mr. Hamilton voting no. Town Attorney to
prepare appropriate Resolution for Council consideration at the next meeting.
APPEAL-120 N. SANTA CRUZ AVE. J. GRECO
Mayor Carlson stated this was the time and place duly published for public
hearing to consider the appeal of Planning Commission's denial of request for
approval of plans for construction of a commercial building and reduction of
various development standards for construction of a parking lot in the C-2 Zone.
Property located at 120 N. Santa Cruz Avenue; property owned by Joseph
Greco. Business owners, Edward Storm and Emo Biagini. It was noted a letter
had been received from Mr. Storm requesting continuance of this matter to June
6, 1988. There being no one in audience wishing to speak on this issue, Mrs.
Benjamin moved to grant the request and continue this item to June 6, 1988. Mr.
Ventura seconded. Carried unanimously.
RECESS
Mayor Carlson declare a recess. Meeting reconvened at 8:45.
APPEAL - 761 UNIVERSITY AVE. PUBLIC STORAGE
Mayor Carlson stated this was the time and place duly published for public
hearing to consider the appeal of Planning Commission denial of request of
approval of plans for the construction of a mini-warehouse storage facility and for
permission to have a single family residence for use by a resident manager on
property in the LM zone. Property located at 761 University Avenue. Owner: Jon
P. Anderson. Appellant: John Knott, Public Storage, Inc.. Planning assistant Don
Ross gave Council a summary of what hearings Planning has held and action
taken by Planning up to this date. Councilman Ventura stated that due to
possible conflict of interest, he would not vote on this issue and stepped down
from his chair. Mayor Carlson stated he had been absent from the previous
hearing but had listened to the tapes and is eligible to vote on the issue. John
Knott representing Public Storage spoke in favor of the appeal referred to
previous action taken by the Planning Commission and how they erred and he
urges Council to grant the appeal. Jessie Prout, 2 Monroe Court presented a
petition with 97 signatures opposing the project as this plan does not comply with
LM zone. Michael Holland, 135 Riviera Drive, stated he feels there are enough
storage facilities in the valley and sees no need for further facilities. Richard
Gaines, former Planning Commissioner, spoke on the Planning hearings and
discussion when LM Zone was established. Jack Cassidy, Attorney representing
Mr. O'Toole and Mr. Mason, spoke on the property merger. Others speaking on
the issue were Randy Attaway; Matt Wheatfield; Robert Miller; Robert Grogan;
Dirk Reed; John Griffin; Peter Siemens; Jim Zanardi; Chris Menkin; Robin
Struthers. Mark Cowden spoke on advertisements in Phone books whereby
Public Storage is advertising rental spaces in 1987 and 988 and yet they have
not received approval to build the facility. Therefore urges Council to deny this
appeal. Other speaking were Jon Anderson, owner of the property, who feels the
facility would be an asset to the community;Peter Carter of 45 Broadway spoke
as did Dale O'Toole, owner of the Los Gatos mini-storage; Steve Pace and Brian
Miller. Mr. Knott, owner of Public Storage Inc. stated he feels Planning erred and
urged Council to grant the appeal. There being no one else from the audience
wishing to speak on the issue, Mr. Ferrito moved public hearing be closed. Mrs.
Benjamin seconded. Carried by vote of four ayes. Mr. Ventura abstained.
Council asked questions of staff re lot merger. Assistant Planer Don Ross
answered questions of Council. After further discussion Mrs. Benjamin stated
the Town does not regulate competition and vacancies of other similar facilities
so those questions are not pertinent to this issue, the Town also does not
regulate ownership. There was a merger of 5 lots into one which does not
maintain the integrity of the LM Zone. Anyone is allowed to come into Town and
conduct a business as long as they abide by the rules and regulations of the
Town but her concerns are on the size and the scale of the project and therefore
she would move to deny the appeal and uphold Planning Commission's decision.
Mr. Carlson seconded. Carried by vote of three ayes. Mr. Hamilton voting no and
Mr. Ventura abstained. Town Attorney to prepare appropriate Resolution for
Council consideration at the next meeting.
RECESS
Mayor Carlson declared a recess. Meeting reconvened at 11:25 p.m.
MINUTES OF APRIL 4, 1988
It was consensus of Council to hold approval of the April 4, 1988 minutes to allow
further corrections to be made as requested by Mr. Ferrito and brought back for
Council approval at the next meeting.
MINUTES OF APRIL 18, 1988
Mr. Ferrito asked for correction on Page 7 - Subject - APPEAL - 155 College
Avenue - bottom of the page - the vote of the motion should read "Mr. Ferrito
voted "no" for reasons stated earlier." Mr. Ventura asked for correction of page 8
- subject 0 APPEAL OF 644 UNIVERSITY AVE. 24th line down of the page to
add "Mr. Ventura also objected to the applicant retaining Counsel with the intent
to disqualify him from voting on this issue because of his previous no vote."
Other corrections made were to correct typo's. Mr. Ferrito moved for approval of
the April 18, 1988 minutes as corrected. Mrs. Benjamin seconded. Carried
unanimously.
TREASURER RESPONSE TO AUDITOR"S MANAGEMENT LETTER
Informational report for Council
REPORT RE CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION RE BMP UNIT
PARTICIPATION
Informational report for Council
AMENDMENT OF ORDINANCE 1739 RE CERTIFICATE OF COMPLIANCES
Mrs. Benjamin moved to accept staff recommendation to introduce the ordinance
to make the nonsubstantive numerical changes as proposed. Mr. Ferrito
seconded. Carried unanimously. Mr. Ferrito moved to waive the reading for AN
ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS TO AMEND THE TOWN CODE
TO MAKE NONSUBSTANTIVE CHANGES TO THE LETTERING OF THAT
SECTION WHICH ALLOWS CERTAIN CLASSES OF CERTIFICATES OF
COMPLIANCE TO BE ISSUED BY THE TOWN ENGINEER AND PLANNING
DIRECTOR. Mr. Ventura seconded. Carried unanimously. Town Clerk read title
of Ordinance. Mr. Ventura moved for the introduction of the Ordinance. Mrs.
Benjamin seconded. Carried unanimously.
ENFORCEMENT ON CODE VIOLATION REFERRALS
It was consensus of Council to accept report on the referrals to Town Attorney for
Code enforcement.
REPORT ON TIME EXPANSIONS ON PLANNING APPLICATIONS
Information report for Council. Council discussed the procedure in handling time
extensions on Planning department applications and it was consensus of Council
that the Town policy is that they would only extend applications if applicant can
show extenuating circumstances.
THIRD QUARTER BUDGET REVIEW
Discussion was held on the Third Quarter Budget Review and Town Manager
answered questions of Council members. Mr.Ventura moved to accept staff
recommendation and make the following transfers: Transfer $17,621.00 from the
Downtown Parking Fund 016-800-5110 to Engineering programs. This transfer
represents personnel costs not charged to the Parking Fund as originally
anticipated.
Recreation District Lot Resurfacing - increase the appropriation for General Fund
Appropriation Reserve 014-470-8355 from $10,000 to $20,000: and
Shannon Road Sidewalk and Bicycle - appropriate $54,015 in General Fund
Appropriated Reserve Account No. 014-470-8365 and decrease the
appropriation in Gas Tax 2107 026-490-8318 from $63,000 to $8,985.
Mrs. Benjamin seconded. Carried unanimously.
TELEPHONE CRITERIA CONCEPT
It was consensus of Council to hold this issue until May 16, 1988 for Council;s
review of the Request for Proposal.
RESTRUCTURING TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
Mr. Benjamin, Council representative, reported to council stated no specifics
were reported but felt the Transportation Commission need restructuring.
Discussion was held on the proposed letter drafted to David Fadness, Chairman
of the County of Santa Clara Transportation Commission. The draft letter to be
redone to include the recommendations as stated. This was done by consensus
of Council.
SECONDARY DWELLING UNIT PERMIT FEE WAIVER
Discussion was held on request of Rose Anderson for waiver of application fees
for a secondary dwelling unit permit due to lack of notice. Mr. Hamilton moved to
establish a policy that entitles those property owners with written notice
concerning an application deadline, and who do not reside within the general
circulation of the San Jose Mercury, Los Gatos Weekly or Times Observer, to a
waiver of application fees. Mr. Carlson seconded. Carried by vote of four ayes.
Mr. Ferrito voting no.
BUS STATION LEASE AGREEMENT
Discussion was held on the informational report for Council. staff is reviewing the
Lease Agreement of the Bus Station and this will be coming back to Council as
soon as possible.
CONTINUANCE OF MEETING
Mr. Hamilton moved to continue the meeting past midnight.
Mr. Carlson seconded. Carried unanimously.
MUSIC IN THE PARK PROGRAM
Councilman Ventura questioned the possibility of holding the "Music in the Park"
program in other parks rather than all being in Oak Meadow Park. Discussion
was held on this whereby it was noted that there are no restroom facilities in the
other, smaller neighborhood parks and parking is another concern when you
consider the smaller neighborhood parks. Mr. Ventura moved to approve the Art
Commission's proposal for a "Music in the Parks" program contingent upon the
12 conditions listed in the report. It is further recommended that Council consider
whether or not to fund the project during the budget process for the 1988/1989
fiscal year. Mr. Ferrito seconded. Carried unanimously.
PROJECT 8801 PLANS & SPECS APPROVAL
Mr. Hamilton moved for the adoption of Resolution. 1988-77 entitled,
RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS
APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR REPLACEMENT OF A
TRAFFIC SIGNAL CONTROLLER AT LOS GATOS BOULEVARD/SARATOGA
AVENUE PROJECT NO. 8801. Mr. Ventura seconded. Carried unanimously.
PROJECT 8717 EXPANSION OF SERVICE CENTER
Discussion was held on the agreement between the Town of Los Gatos and
Murdock & Associates, Architects for Professional Services in connection with
expansion of the Service Center Office Building Project 8717. Councilman
Hamilton moved to continued this item for two weeks to allow time for staff to
look into the possibility of installing modular building (as to cost and the feasibility
of their use). Mr. Carlson seconded. Carried unanimously.
RECONSIDERATION BUDGETED HOURS FOR DEPUTY TREAS.
Discussion was held on request for a supplemental budget appropriation to fund
the Deputy Treasurer for additional hours per week for the remainder of the fiscal
year. After further discussion, Mr. Hamilton moved to approve a supplemental
appropriation of $4,860.00 from Account 014-900-4999 to fund 010-070-5130 to
fund the Deputy full-time for the remainder of the fiscal year (in accordance with
the Treasurer's 1988-89 budget). Motion dies for lack of a second. Mayor
Carlson stated Council had received copy of Treasurer's and Deputy Treasurer's
job description which is very useful to Council and would be willing to approve
the funding of 10 hours a week for the Deputy Treasurer for the remainder of the
fiscal year. Mr. Hamilton stated he would move to approve supplemental
appropriation of $2,400.00 to fund the Deputy for 20 hours a week for the
balance of the 1988-89 fiscal year. Motion died for lack of second. Mr. Hamilton
then moved for supplemental appropriation of $1,170 from account no. 014-900-
4999 to account 010--070-5130. This would fund the Deputy Treasurer 10 hours
per week for the remainder of the fiscal year of 1988-89. Mr. Carlson seconded.
Carried vote of three ayes. Mrs. Benjamin and Mr. Ferrito voting no. Mrs.
Benjamin reason for voting no was because the Treasurer had already spent his
alloted amount, which send message to all other departments that its ok to
overspend without approval. Mr. Ferrito voted no for the same reason stated by
Mrs. Benjamin.
ADJOURNMENT
Mr. Hamilton moved meeting be adjourned at 12:30 a.m., Tuesday, May 3, 1988.
Mrs. Benjamin seconded. Carried unanimously.
ATTEST:
Rose E. Aldag
Town Clerk