M 03-27-89TOWN OF LOS GATOS CALIFORNIA TOWN COUNCIL/PARKING AUTHORITY
MARCH 27, 1989
MINUTES
TOWN COUNCIL
The Town Council/Parking Authority of the Town of Los Gatos met in the Council
Chambers of Town Hall, 100 E. Main St., at 7:30 p.m., Monday, March 27, 1989, in
adjourned regular meeting.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Eric D. Carlson, Thomas J. Ferrito, Robert L. Hamilton, Brent N. Ventura
and Mayor Joanne Benjamin.
ABSENT: None.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Given by all in attendance.
CLOSED SESSION
Malry Jo Levinger, Town Attorney, reported that Council had met in Closed Session
prior to this evening's meeting. Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(a) to
discuss pending litigation, Dr. Kang Ming Ho vs. Los Gatos Town Council. The Town
council authorized outside counsel in this matter, Natilie West in the amount of $1,500.
MINUTES OF FEBRUARY 21, 1989
Mr. Ferrito requested page 5, under 167 Villa, correction of vote. "Carried with a vote of
4 ayes. Mr. Hamilton voted no."
Mr. Ferrito requested page 7, under Removal of Commissioners, correction of vote.
"Carried by a vote of 4 ayes. Mr. Ventura voted no.
Mr. Ferrito requested page 5, under Code Enforcement, correction of approved report to
"Council received informational report."
Mr. Ventura requested page 5, under 167 Villa, the rational for motion be included. That
being in this case the lack of cooperation of the appellant with the rules, regulations and
ordinances of the Town over a period of many years involving his property.
Mr. Ventura requested page 6, under Route 85/17 Interchange, additional comment be
made that "Mr. Ventura stated that an interchange on Winchester could relieve
traffic congestion on Lark Ave."
Mr. Ferrito requested page 7, under revenue and Tax, an "R" be added to Manager.
Mr. Ferrito requested descriptive words of "Appeal" and "Hearing" be used in titles.
Moved by Mr. Carlson, approval of the minutes as amended. Mr. Ventura seconded.
Carried unanimously.
MINUTES OF MARCH 6, 1989
Mr. Ferrito requested page 1, Presentations, "John Lien" have separate heading.
Moved by Mr. Carlson, approval of the minutes as amended. Mr. Ventura seconded.
Carried unanimously.
MINUTES OF MARCH 13, 1989
Mayor Benjamin requested page 1, Verbal Communications, reflect that Mrs. Lofgren
stated that the Traffic Authority would not accept an agreement from Los Gatos that
included freeway access to 85 at Bascom going north.
Mr. Carlson requested page 1, Verbal Communications, reflect that Mrs. Lofgren stated
that under no circumstances did she think the Traffic Authority would approve a full
interchange at Bascom.
Moved by Mr. Carlson, approval of the minutes as amended. Mr. Ventura seconded.
Carried by a vote of 3 ayes. Mr. Ferrito and Mr. Hamilton abstained.
CODE ENFORCEMENT/REFERRALS TO TOWN ATTORNEY/STATUS REPORT
Informational report to Council on the referrals sent to Town Attorney.
AMICUS BRIEF/UPHOLT V. FLORANCE/CITY OF ROSEVILLE
Moved by Mr. Ferrito to authorize participation in the amicus brief to be filed in the
above-referenced case at no cost to the Town. Mr. Ventura seconded. Carried
unanimously.
ROUTE 17 INTERCHANGE/LEXINGTON RESERVOIR PROJECT/COST
SHARING/RESOLUTION 1989-
There was discussion of Resolution No.1989- entitled, RESOLUTION APPROVING
THE COST SHARING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE TOWN AND THE COUNTY OF
SANTA CLARA FOR THE STUDY OF STATE ROUTE 17 AT LEXINGTON
RESERVOIR INTERCHANGE AND FRONTAGE ROAD, authorizing Town Manager to
sign cost sharing agreement. This item was continued to april 3, 1989.
WATER POLICY/WATER PROHIBITIONS
Moved by Mr. Ventura that Council oppose any rate increases generated by a policy of
less water usage, so that San Jose Water Works doesn't make the same amount of
profit while everyone else is suffering. Mr. carlson seconded. Carried unanimously.
PROJECT 8803/SIDEWALK RECONSTRUCTION/BID
SPECIFICATIONS/RESOLUTION 1989-50
Moved by Mr. Ventura that the Council adopt Resolution No. 1989-50 entitled,
RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS
APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR PROJECT 8803 - ANNUAL
SIDEWALK RECONSTRUCTION approving the plans and specifications and
authorizing the advertisement of Project 8803 - Annual Sidewalk reconstruction. Mr.
Hamilton seconded. Carried unanimously.
COUNCIL REPORTS/ REGIONAL COMMITTEES/COUNTY TRANSPORTATION
Mr. Ventura reported on the change in bus routes effecting bus lines serving Los Gatos.
the hours are being cut back with the argument of cost cutting efficiency. Mr. Hamilton
mentioned the use of radio inorder to inform riders where their bus is and when it should
be arriving.
ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Mr. Ventura to close the meeting at 8:15 p.m., and adjourn to a study session
with the Planning Commission. Mr. Hamilton seconded. Carried unanimously.
ATTEST;
Marian V. Cosgrove
Town Clerk