M 03-04-91TOWN OF LOS GATOS
CALIFORNIA
TOWN COUNCIL/PARKING AUTHORITY
March 4, 1991
Minutes
TOWN COUNCIL
The Town Council/Parking Authority of the Town of Los Gatos met in the Council Chambers
of the Town Hall, 100 East Main Street, at 7:42 p.m., Monday, March 4, 1991, in regular
session.
ROLL CALL
Present:Randy Attaway, Joanne Benjamin, Steven Blanton,
Eric D. Carlson and Mayor Brent N. Ventura.
Absent:None.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Given by all in attendance.
MOMENT OF SILENCE
Mayor Ventura asked that those in the audience give a moment of silence in recognition of
our service men, women and civilians in the middle east at this time of crisis.
PRESENTATION/COMMENDATION FOR SERVICE/CHRISTINE FISCHER
Mayor Ventura presented a commendation for service to the Town to Christine Fischer,
former Town Engineer. Ms Fischer accepted the commendation and thank the Town an its
employees for their commitment and support during her time with the Town.
PRESENTATION/11TH ANNUAL/TREE CITY U.S.A. AWARD
Mayor Ventura accepted the 11th Annual Tree City U.S.A. Award from Steve Scott
representing the Department of Forestry. Mr. Scott also presented a new Tree City U.S.A.
flag to the Town. Also noted by the Mayor were Mike Bomberger of the Parks Commission,
and members of a new citizen's committee formed with Rotary Club, which will be engaged
in reforestation efforts for the Town; Ray Cobb, Roy Mullin and Jim Howarth.
CLOSED SESSION
Natalie West, Acting Town Attorney, reported that Council had met in Closed Session
pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(a) to discuss Pending Litigation regarding
Kang Ming Ho vs Town of Los Gatos Town Council, et al. at the end of the Council meeting
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February 19, 1991, continued the Closed Session on February 25, 1991 and met again prior
to this evening's meeting. The Town Council has authorized the Town Attorney to file a
petition for rehearing in the Court of Appeal and a petition for review in the Supreme Court.
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(a), Council met to discuss Pending Litigation
regarding Town vs Jenny Lynn Pitman. There is no report from that discussion at this time.
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957, Council met to discuss a Personnel matter
regarding recruitment of Town Attorney candidates. There is no report from that discussion
at this time.
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SCHEDULE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS
Informational report regarding currently scheduled public hearings was received and filed.
PLANNING COMMISSION/PLANNING DEPARTMENT MONTHLY STATUS REPORT
Informational report regarding activity of Planning Commission and Department was
received and filed.
COUNCIL CALENDAR OF MEETINGS
Informational item presenting future Town Meetings for Council and other Town Boards and
Commissions was received and filed.
PAYROLL/RATIFICATION/FEBRUARY 1991
Motion by Mrs. Benjamin, seconded by Mr. Attaway, that Council ratify the accompanying
check registers for payroll of February 3 through 16, 1991 in the amount of $209,904.16 paid
on February 22, 1991. Carried unanimously.
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE/RATIFICATION/FEBRUARY 1991
Motion by Mrs. Benjamin, seconded by Mr. Attaway, that Council ratify the accompanying
check registers for accounts payable invoices in the amount of $414,612.18 paid on
February 15 and 22, 1991. Carried unanimously.
STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL/CIVIC CENTER USE/JUNE 1 & 2, 1991
Motion by Mrs. Benjamin, seconded by Mr. Attaway, that Council approve the Eastfield
Ming Quong Children's Society request to use Civic Center and Neighborhood Center
facilities for the 31st Annual Strawberry Festival, subject to staff recommendations. Carried
unanimously.
REDEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE/FORMATION
Motion by Mrs. Benjamin, seconded by Mr. Attaway, that Council take the following
action:
1)Determine that a Project Area Committee is not required by statue and should not be
formed.
2)Form a Redevelopment Advisory Committee consisting of seven members; three
members representing commercial property owners and/or merchants in the Project Area,
three members representing residents of the Project Area and one Planning Commissioner.
3)Direct the Town Clerk to advertise the vacant seats on the committee. Interviews to
be held April 15, 1991.
Carried by a vote of 4 ayes. Mayor Ventura abstained due to a possible conflict of interest.
REJECTION OF CLAIM/NATIONWIDE INSURANCE COMPANY
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Motion by Mrs. Benjamin, seconded by Mr. Attaway, that Council reject claim of
Nationwide Insurance Company filed with the Town Clerk on January 25, 1991. Carried
unanimously.
ARTWORKS SELECTION COMMITTEE/ARTS COMMISSION
Motion by Mrs. Benjamin, seconded by Mr. Attaway, that the Council accept the Arts
Commission's recommendation to appoint the following persons to the Artworks Selection
Committee:
1. Visual Arts: Arts Commissioner Minty Brown
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ARTWORKS CONT.
2. Historical and Arts Coordinator: (Vacant)Position to be filled by Community Services
Manager.
3. Artist from our Community: David Middlebrook
4. Citizen from Community: Dr. Jeffrey Brown
5. Arts Professionals: David Allen and Madelyn Crawford
6. Parks Department: Director or appointee
Carried unanimously.
RUBBISH SYSTEM REVISIONS/SAN JOSE
Motion by Mrs. Benjamin, seconded by Mr. Attaway, that Council authorize the Town
Manager to forward the attached draft letter to the City Manager of the City of San Jose
responding to elements of the Rubbish System Revisions that the City is currently
considering and to have staff investigate alternatives to incurring the increases of fees from
San Jose. Carried unanimously.
SHANNON ROAD 14615/TRACT 8400/ASSESSMENT DISTRICT/RESOLUTION 1991-34
OPEN SPACE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT
Motion by Mrs. Benjamin, seconded by Mr. Attaway, that Council adopt Resolution 1991-
34 entitled, RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS OF INTENTION TO FORM AN
OPEN SPACE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT WITHIN THE BOUNDS OF TRACT 8400
SANTA ROSA HEIGHTS SUBDIVISION, LOCATED AT 14615 SHANNON ROAD, and
designate the Town Engineer as the Engineer who will coordinate and prepare the
necessary reports and documents. Carried unanimously.
HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE/COLLECTION DAY PROGRAM/RESOLUTION 1991-35
Motion by Mrs. Benjamin, seconded by Mr. Attaway, that Council adopt Resolution 1991-
35 entitled, RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS AUTHORIZING THE TOWN
MANAGER TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF CAMPBELL, TOWN
OF LOS GATOS, CITY OF MONTE SERENO, CITY OF SARATOGA, AND COUNTY OF
SANTA CLARA, SPECIFYING TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF PARTICIPATION IN A
HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE COLLECTION PROGRAM AND TO NEGOTIATE
AND ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY OF CAMPBELL, TOWN OF LOS
GATOS, CITY OF MONTE SERENO CITY OF SARATOGA, AND COUNTY OF SANTA
CLARA, AND GREENFIELD ENVIRONMENTAL FOR HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS
WASTE COLLECTION SERVICES. Carried unanimously.
HISTORIC DISTRICT LANDMARKS/ORDINANCE 1815/RESOLUTION 1991-36
Motion by Mrs. Benjamin, seconded by Mr. Attaway, that Council adopt Resolution 1991-
36 entitled, RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS CORRECTING A CLERICAL
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ERROR IN ORDINANCE 1815 AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE TO PERMIT
DEVELOPMENT REVIEW COMMITTEE APPROVAL FOR MINOR PROJECTS AND TO
REQUIRE ARCHITECTURE AND SITE APPROVAL AND APPROVE APPLICATION FEES
FOR PROJECTS WITHIN THE HISTORIC DISTRICT FOR DESIGNATED LANDMARKS.
Carried by a vote of 4 ayes. Mayor Ventura abstained due to a possible conflict of interest.
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MAIN ST E 110/LIBRARY CONSTRUCTION/U-90-12/RESOLUTION 1991-37
Motion by Mrs. Benjamin, seconded by Mr. Attaway, that Council adopt Resolution 1991-
37 entitled, RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS GRANTING CONDITIONAL
USE PERMIT U-90-12 REQUESTING APPROVAL TO CONSTRUCT AND OPERATE A
NEW PUBLIC LIBRARY (110 EAST MAIN STREET/TOWN OF LOS GATOS), which
incorporates the Council's findings and decision at its meeting of January 22 continued to
February 4, 1991 and closed on February 11, 1991. Carried unanimously.
CAMINO DEL CERRO 15945/EARTHQUAKE DEMOLITION/HISTORIC DESIGNATION
RESOLUTION 1991-38
Motion by Mrs. Benjamin, seconded by Mr. Attaway, that Council adopt Resolution 1991-
38 entitled, RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS DENYING APPEAL OF THE
EARTHQUAKE DEMOLITION COMMITTEE'S DECISION TO DENY A DEMOLITION
PERMIT FOR A HISTORICALLY DESIGNATED SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCE (15945
CAMINO DEL CERRO/EVAN JUDD), which incorporates the Council findings and decision
at its meeting of February 19, 1991. Carried by a vote of 4 ayes. Mr. Carlson voted no due
to previous absence.
VERBAL COMMUNICATIONS
MOBILE HOME PARK VACANCIES
Jack Cole, 14685 Oka Road, asked for Council's support for mobile home park vacancy
control. Staff responded that the Rent Advisory Committee has been meeting on this issue
and should have a report by the end of April 1991.
Mary Alice Blice, 484 Woodland Ave. #43, spoke regarding the need for vacancy control in
mobile home parks.
BUILDING CODE RESTRICTION TO BUSINESS
Charles Perrotta, 270 East Main St., requested a hearing from Council regarding his
appeal of Building Services' decision to require accessibility features to his place of
business. Mayor Ventura noted that this item would be agendized for March 18, 1991.
MARIA'S BERRY FARM RELOCATION
Laura Taylor Moore, 14 N. Santa Cruz Ave., representing Los Gatos Heritage
Preservation Society, 136 Via Santa Maria, asked for continued support from the Council in
the preservation of these buildings. Staff will assist in mailing the appropriate letters and
grants for the Preservation Society.
HEARINGS
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SAN BENITO AVE 645/BUSINESS LICENCE FEES/HUSAIN/HEARING
Mayor Ventura stated that this was the time and place duly noted for public hearing to
consider appeal by licensee regarding penalty fees imposed upon business license for
business located at 645 San Benito Ave. Appellant/Owner: Ishrat Husain.
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HEARINGS CONTINUED
SAN BENITO CONT.
The following person from the audience spoke regarding this subject:
Ishrat Husain, 13643 Saratoga-Sunnyvale Rd, Saratoga, asked for relief of penalties due to
resent purchase of tri-plex, not realizing there were business fees associated with the
property, and the previous owner not mailing the statements to him.
No one else from the audience addressed this issue.
Motion by Mr. Carlson, seconded by Mrs. Benjamin, that Council close the public hearing.
Carried unanimously.
Motion by Mrs. Benjamin, seconded by Mr. Blanton, that Council deny the appeal and
uphold the fees imposed stating that the previous owner and real estate agent had an
obligation to disclose the business licence requirement in Los Gatos. Carried unanimously.
CDBG/FY 1991-92/COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT/ALLOCATION OF FUNDS
Mayor Ventura stated that this was the time and place duly noted for public hearing to
consider the allocation of Community Development Block Grant Funds (CDBG) granted to
the Town for Fiscal Year 1991-92.
The following people from the audience spoke to this issue:
Donna Donahue, Director for the Long Term Care and Ombudsman Program in Santa
Clara County, stated the need for the program and the fact that this was in many cases the
only agency that did advocacy work with the elderly in long term care facilities in the county.
Leta Friedlander, Executive Director, Live Oak Adult Day Services, addressed the need of
the elderly to remain in their own homes for as long as is practical.
Phyllis Connolly, Coordinator of San Jose State University Health Place, asked that the
Council continue support to this service.
Mary Ellen Hysling, Executive Director of the Second Harvest Food Bank, Operation
Brown Bag, has been successful over the years with this program and appreciates the
continued support from the Town.
Mary Alice Blice, Chairman of the Community Services Commission, explained the
process for the commission's recommendations, and stating food, health and housing as
priorities.
John Bouguette, 117 Fancher Court, spoke for the Food Bank of Santa Clara County and
the continued need for this activity.
Bill Cilker, 16075 Matilija Dr., addressed the needs of the Food Bank to raise funds for a
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60,000 square foot warehouse and distribution center and requested $25,000 be allocated
from the Town toward this project.
Chris Wiley, representing the Community Services Committee, requested the Council to
adhere to the committee's recommendations as addressed in the staff report.
No one else from the audience addressed this issue.
Motion by Mr. Carlson, seconded by Mr. Attaway, that Council close the public hearing.
Carried unanimously.
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HEARINGS CONTINUED
CDBG CONT.
Motion by Mrs. Benjamin, seconded by Mr. Attaway, that Council allocate Community
Development Block Grant Funds granted to the Town for Fiscal Year 1991-92 as shown in
"Table I, Public Services" and in "Table II, Housing and Other Projects" of the staff report
and recommendations of the Community Services Commission. Carried unanimously.
WEED ABATEMENT/HEARING/RESOLUTION 1991-39
Mayor Ventura stated that this was the time and place duly noted for public hearing to
consider weed abatement resolution overruling objections and ordering abatement of weeds.
There was no one from the audience to address this issue.
Motion by Mr. Attaway, seconded by Mr. Carlson, that Council close the public hearing.
Carried unanimously.
Motion by Mrs. Benjamin, seconded by Mr. Blanton, that Council adopt Resolution 1991-
39 entitled, RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS OVERRULING OBJECTIONS
AND ORDERING ABATEMENT OF WEEDS AS A PUBLIC NUISANCE. Carried
unanimously.
NATIONAL AVE 15400/MEDICAL OFFICE/S-67-58A/HEARING
Mayor Ventura stated that this was the time and place duly noted for public hearing to
consider appeal of Planning Commission's approval of Architecture and Site Application S-
67-58A requesting approval for the construction of a new medical and general office building
on property located at 15400 National Ave. Appellant: Ludwik Bednarz, et. al. Owner:
Zennie Gonzalez.
The following people from the audience spoke to this issue:
Lee Sanner, 305 DeSoto Dr., spoke of the concern for the number of trips generated by this
project and what guidelines were to be used to define "overwhelming benefit" to the
community.
Ludwik Bednarz, President of the Cordova Woods Association, is not in favor of the large
amount of traffic that will be generated and the troublesome parking situation.
Sara Fischer, 15465-B National Ave., would like to see only one entrance and one exit on
National Ave.
Michael Henehan, 2430 Samaritan Dr., spoke in favor of the project for Sports Medicine
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Resources and addressed possible mitigation measures such as no parking on National,
permit parking on DeSoto, cross parking agreement with Samaritan Oaks Hospital and a
stop sign at DeSoto and National.
Mark Engstrom, Facilities Development Manager at Good Samaritan Hospital and
responsible for Samaritan Oaks Health Care Center. He spoke to the shuttle that is now
functioning between both facilities and how it will alleviate some of the traffic and parking
problems in the area.
Ken Stein, 281 DeSoto Drive, is in favor of the project at this time since a great deal of
thought has gone in to the mitigation of traffic and parking problems.
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HEARINGS CONTINUED
NATIONAL AVE CONT.
Jack Fischer, 15475-B National Ave., addressed the number of cars impacting the area due
to this project.
No one else from the audience addressed this issue.
Motion by Mr. Carlson, seconded by Mrs. Benjamin, to close the public hearing. Carried
unanimously.
Motion by Mr. Attaway, seconded by Mr. Blanton, that Council uphold Planning
Commission's decision and approve Architecture and Site Application S-67-58A with the
intent of approval for deletion of one driveway (the entrance only that is closest to the
corner), the second driveway becoming an entrance only and egress rights being obtained to
pass through Samaritan and that large growing evergreens such as conifers will be used on
the perimeter for screening and along DeSoto frontage. Carried by a vote of 3 ayes. Mr.
Carlson voted no stating for the record that to allow such a traffic impact the Planning
Commission should have cited directly from the General Plan the benefits to the community
this project will make and that without this requirement there is a violation of our ordinance.
Mr. Ventura voted no stating that the hours of operation, number of employees, therapists,
and doctors were not addressed as has been done in the past when a large matter of
concern has arisen from the neighborhood.
Mayor Ventura requested that staff prepare a report for the March 18, 1991 Council
meeting regarding the possibility of banning parking along the frontage on National Ave.
WINCHESTER BLVD 15350/VILLA FELICE/BERSANO/RESTAURANT
DEMOLITION/HEARING
Mayor Ventura stated that this was the time and place duly noted for public hearing to
consider appeal of Planning Commission denial of request for approval of a Planned
Development Application (Zone Change Application Z-77-6A) for the demolition of an
existing restaurant and the construction of 24 detached single family residential units on lots
less than the minimum allowed by ordinance on 4.31 acres in an existing R-1:8,000-PD
zone, for property located at 15350 Winchester Boulevard. Appellant/Applicant: James H.
Sisk Development. Property Owner: Richard Bersano.
The following people from the audience spoke to this issue:
Virginia Fanelli, representing James Sisk Development, asked that Council find that
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Planning Commission erred in denying this project based on density of traffic and negative
impact of the motel on the proposed new residents.
James Sisk, 10060 Pasadena Ave., Cupertino, spoke in favor of his project and will consider
alternative use of the motel, such as lower priced affordable housing and to use the
overlooking bluff location as a common open space area for the development.
Dick Ribas, 15400 Vasona Terrace, states that the general consent of the neighbors is in
favor of the residential use.
Jim Tuttle, 15300 Winchester Blvd., President of the Homeowner's Association for the town
houses next door and express their approval of this residential development.
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HEARINGS CONTINUED
WINCHESTER CONT.
Virginia Fanelli, questioned Council's consensus on alternate residential uses for the
motel. Mrs. Benjamin would consider it. Mayor Ventura would be interested if it was lower
or moderate income type housing such as rentals.
No one else from the audience addressed this issue.
Motion by Mr. Blanton, seconded by Mr. Attaway, to close the public hearing. Carried
unanimously.
Motion by Mr. Carlson, seconded by Mrs. Benjamin, that Council find that the Planning
Commission did not err because of the finding of the motel and residential use are in
juxtaposition as per Ms Morgan's motion however since the applicant has indicated
willingness to work with the Town on the issues raised by the Planning Commission we send
this project back to the DRC, allowing the applicant to propose elimination of the motel and
consider alternative residential uses for that location. Carried by a vote of 4 ayes. Mr.
Attaway voted no stating that the Villa Felice is a resident serving business and has played
an important role in our community and the history and setting of the Villa Felice will be gone
forever with approval of this project. Mr. Ventura asked that single family neighborhood
appearance be considered; to design more open space around each structure; incorporate
native species of landscaping in design; and to use no masonite siding. Mrs. Benjamin
asked that the chimneys be modified.
COUNCIL RECESS
Mayor Ventura declared a short recess at 10:50 p.m. The meeting was called back to order
at 10:58 p.m.
HEALTH DEPARTMENT/SANTA CLARA COUNTY/HEALTH TRENDS PRESENTATION
Mayor Ventura asked for consensus to reagendize this item to a meeting when the
presenters can be heard at an earlier hour.
SMOKING BAN/WEISSMAN
Mayor Ventura announced that this was the time so noted to consider a report regarding a
request from David Weissmann on a complete ban on smoking.
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The following person from the audience spoke regarding this subject:
David Weissman, 15431 Francis Oaks Way, asked Council support a complete ban on
smoking in all enclosed public places, including workplaces, restaurants, bars and shops.
No one else from the audience addressed this issue.
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SMOKING BAN CONT.
Motion by Mr. Carlson, seconded by Mr. Blanton, that Council direct staff to write a letters
to the State Legislature in support of Senate Bill 93 and request the sponsors of Assembly
Bill 16 bring it more in line with the Senate Bill. Also, that return to Council with an ordinance
that is more restrictive or in line with SB93, and which includes the workplace, the
restaurants and is similar to San Jose's. Carried by a vote of 4 ayes. Mr. Attaway voted no
stating he has never smoked but would desire to see this type of action start from a more
active community involvement.
MOBILE HOME LEASING/SB 132/RESOLUTION 1991-40
Mayor Ventura stated that this was the noted time to consider adoption of a resolution
supporting SB 132 regarding leasing of mobile homes.
The following person from the audience spoke regarding this subject:
Jack Cole, 14685 Oka Rd., requested a correction to the Town's resolution in the resolved
section to read as follows: "To authorize the Town Manager to convey our support of Senate
Bill 132 to the Senate Judiciary Committee." Further this bill will come up before the
Judiciary Committee tomorrow at 1:30 p.m. tomorrow. Mayor Ventura suggested that the
resolution be signed and faxed to Sacramento tomorrow.
No one else from the audience addressed this issue.
Motion by Mr. Carlson, seconded by Mrs. Benjamin, that Council adopt Resolution 1991-
40 entitled, RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS SUPPORTING SENATE BILL
132. Carried unanimously.
MINUTES OF FEBRUARY 4, 1991
Mr. Carlson requested correction to page 4 under verbal communications as follows: "Vice
Mayor Carlson requested staff to agendize this subject and prepare a resolution in support of
this project to raise funds for the purchase of art work which will be donated to the Town.
Motion by Mr. Carlson, seconded by Mrs. Benjamin, that Council adopt the minutes of
February 4, 1991 as amended. Carried by a vote of 4 ayes. Mayor Ventura abstained due
to previous absence.
MINUTES OF FEBRUARY 19, 1991
Motion by Mrs. Benjamin, seconded by Mayor Ventura, that Council adopt the minutes of
February 19, 1991 as submitted. Carried by a vote of 3 ayes. Mr. Blanton and Mr. Carlson
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abstained due to previous absence.
TREASURER'S REPORT
Informational report submitted by the Treasurer to the Council for the month of January
1991, received and filed.
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NEW YORK AVE/A SPACE FOR TEENS/CONSTRUCTION
Motion by Mr. Attaway, seconded by Mrs. Benjamin, that there is a general agreement
among Council members that they would like this project to progress, therefore the Town of
Los Gatos will contribute $75,000 toward a Teen Center at New York Ave. with the sole
intent to provide a complete shell of mutual design within a specified time frame after
architectural site approvals have been received and a contract has been selected by staff;
the teen group will provide designs, specifications and a construction contract for the
structure; the teen group will submit plans through the normal processes; the Town will
retain ownership; the Town will negotiate a long term lease with the teen group; the Town
will disperse all construction funding; the Town will put the Architecture and Site Approval
package to bid and approve the contractor; if the teen group has trouble finding a contributor
to a particular phase of the construction project they can delete that portion from the bid
document provided that the selected contractor and the staff believes it's workable; at
minimum level there must be a completed shell of mutual design built in a time frame
acceptable to the Town; any funds remaining after the completion of the shell can be used
by the teen group toward the interior improvements; if the contractor's bid for the shell is
over the allocated $75,000 the teen group will be obligated to advance the additional funds
to the Town prior to starting construction of the project. Carried unanimously.
John Lein, speaking for the Board of Directors of the Teen Place, accepted the motion as it
was made having had an opportunity to consider these points with Mr. Attaway earlier.
PARKING LOT 4/PROGRESS REPORT
Motion by Carlson, seconded by Mrs. Benjamin, that Council request that staff proceed as
soon as possible with the steps to complete Parking Lot 4 in order to open by the holiday
season starting at November 1, 1991 and if this is not possible the interim parking lot will be
reopened before the holiday shopping season. Carried unanimously.
Mayor Ventura noted for the record that he would like to use a November 15, 1991 date for
completion of the lot.
URBAN FORESTRY TASK FORCE APPOINTMENT/SANTA CLARA COUNTY
Motion by Mr. Carlson, seconded by Mr. Attaway, that a member of staff be assigned to
represent the Town of Los Gatos on the newly formed Urban Forestry Task Force for Santa
Clara County. Carried unanimously.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Ventura announced the adjournment of the Town Council meeting at 11:40 p.m.
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ATTEST:
Marian V. Cosgrove
Town Clerk
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