M 06-16-97TOWN OF LOS GATOS
CALIFORNIA
TOWN COUNCIL/PARKING AUTHORITY
June 16, 1997
Minutes
TOWN COUNCIL
The Town Council/Parking Authority of the Town of Los Gatos met in the Council Chambers of the
Town Hall, 110 East Main Street, at 7:37 p.m., Monday, June 16, 1997, in regular session.
ROLL CALL
Present:Randy Attaway, Steven Blanton, Jan Hutchins,
Linda Lubeck and Mayor Joanne Benjamin.
Absent:None.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Given by all in attendance.
CLOSED SESSION
Town Attorney, Orry Korb, announced that there had been no action taken in Closed Session.
COUNCIL ON AGING/PERSONNEL BOARD/REDEVELOPMENT
AGENCY/APPOINTMENTS Mayor Benjamin noted that there had been no applications for
openings on the Council on Aging, the Personnel Board and the Redevelopment Agency. She requested
that these positions be readvertised.
DOWNTOWN PARKING STRATEGIC PLANNING COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS
Mayor Benjamin noted that there were insufficient applications for this committee and staff
recommended that the openings be readvertised in the fall of this year.
ARTS COMMISSION APPOINTMENTS (00.20)
Mayor Benjamin announced that four applications had been received from Werner Baracker, Molly
Degnan, Patricia Dryan and Thelma Ramm for five vacancies on the Arts Commission. Voting was
held and Mr. Baracker, Ms Degnan, Ms Dryan and Ms Ramm were appointed to terms to expire July
1, 2000.
LIBRARY BOARD APPOINTMENTS (000.20)
Mayor Benjamin announced that two applications had been received for two vacancies on the
Library Board. Voting was held and Mrs. Cusick and Mr Housely were reappointed to terms
expiring July 1, 2000.
PRESENTATION TO MICHAEL LAROCCA FOR YEARS OF SERVICE (XX.44)
Mayor Benjamin presented a Commendation from the Town to Michael LaRocca for his 30 years of
service to the town in the public works department and as Director of Parks, Forestry and
Maintenance. Mr. LaRocca was present to receive his commendation and thanked the Town for the
opportunity to serve this community.
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SCHEDULE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS (01.01)
Informational report regarding currently scheduled public hearings was received and filed.
PAYROLL RATIFICATION/MAY 1997 (02.V)
Motion by Mr. Blanton, seconded by Mr. Hutchins, that Council ratify the check register for the
payroll of May 18, 1997 through May 31, 1997, paid on June 6, 1997, in the amount of $356,158.37.
Carried unanimously.
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE/RATIFICATION/MAY-JUNE 1997 (03.V)
Motion by Mr. Blanton, seconded by Mr. Hutchins, that Council ratify the accompanying check
registers for accounts payable invoices paid on May 30, and June 6, 1997 in the amount of
$408,829.54. Carried unanimously.
MINUTES OF JUNE 2, 1997 (04.V)
Motion by Mr. Blanton, seconded by Mr. Hutchins, that Council approve the Minutes of June 2,
1997 as amended by Mr. Attaway who reaffirmed his reason for voting no on the Housing Element.
He fully supports the housing goals but opposes the state's dictates and methodology in dealing with
the issue. Carried unanimously.
MUSIC IN THE PLAZA/FUNDING (05.20)
Motion by Mr. Blanton, seconded by Mr. Hutchins, that council authorize transfer of $2, 290 from
Music in the Plaza (MIP) Deposit Account to Community Services Department Budget for 1996-97
expenses and revenues and authorize transfer of $12,420 from MIP Deposit Account to Community
Services Department Budget for 1997-98 expenses and revenues. Carried unanimously.
SATELLITE DISH/TRAINING BROADCASTS (06.09)
Motion by Mr. Blanton, seconded by Mr. Hutchins, that Council authorize transfer of $3,000 from
Account 4020-61004 to Account 4060-77000 to purchase and install a satellite dish to receive
training broadcasts made by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training. Carried
unanimously.
GENERAL PLAN TASK FORCE/RESOLUTION 1997-59 (08.20)
Motion by Mr. Blanton, seconded by Mr. Hutchins, that Council adopt Resolution 1997-59 entitled,
RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS ESTABLISHING THE 30 MEMBER
GENERAL PLAN TASK FORCE AS AN ADVISORY BODY TO THE TOWN COUNCIL
AND REPEALING TOWN COUNCIL RESOLUTION 1997-39. Carried unanimously.
OPERATING BUDGET FOR 1997-98/RESOLUTION 1997-60 (09.06)
Motion by Mr. Blanton, seconded by Mr. Hutchins, that Council adopt Resolution 1997-60 entitled,
RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS APPROVING FISCAL YEAR 1997-98
OPERATING BUDGET. Carried unanimously.
GANN APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT FOR 1997-98/RESOLUTION 1997-61 (10.06)
Motion by Mr. Blanton, seconded by Mr. Hutchins, that Council adopt Resolution 1997-61 entitled,
RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS ESTABLISHING THE 1997-98 FISCAL
YEAR APPROPRIATION LIMIT FOR THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS. Carried unanimously.
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BOOKING FEES/FINGERPRINTING FEES/RESOLUTION 1997-62 (11.06)
Motion by Mr. Blanton, seconded by Mr. Hutchins, that Council adopt Resolution 1997-62 entitled,
RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS ADOPTING CERTAIN FEES, RATES
AND CHARGES. Carried unanimously.
LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT #1/FISCAL YEAR 1997-98
BLACKWELL DRIVE BENEFIT ZONE/RESOLUTION 1997-63 (12.14)
Motion by Mr. Blanton, seconded by Mr. Hutchins, that Council adopt Resolution 1997-63 entitled,
RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS OF ITS INTENTION TO LEVY AND
COLLECT ASSESSMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 1997-1998 IN LANDSCAPING AND
LIGHTING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT #1 - BLACKWELL DRIVE BENEFIT ZONE, AND
TO SET PUBLIC MEETING AND PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER THE PROPOSED
ASSESSMENTS. Carried unanimously.
LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT #1/FISCAL YEAR 1997-98
KENNEDY MEADOWS BENEFIT ZONE/RESOLUTION 1997-64 (13.14)
Motion by Mr. Blanton, seconded by Mr. Hutchins, that Council adopt Resolution 1997-64 entitled,
RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS OF ITS INTENTION TO LEVY AND
COLLECT ASSESSMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 1997-1998 IN LANDSCAPING AND
LIGHTING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT #1 - KENNEDY MEADOWS BENEFIT ZONE, AND
TO SET PUBLIC MEETING AND PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER THE PROPOSED
ASSESSMENTS. Carried unanimously.
LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT #1/FISCAL YEAR 1997-98
HILLBROOK BENEFIT ZONE/RESOLUTION 1997-65 (14.14)
Motion by Mr. Blanton, seconded by Mr. Hutchins, that Council adopt Resolution 1997-65 entitled,
RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS OF ITS INTENTION TO LEVY AND
COLLECT ASSESSMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 1997-1998 IN LANDSCAPING AND
LIGHTING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT #1 - HILLBROOK BENEFIT ZONE, AND TO SET
PUBLIC MEETING AND PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER THE PROPOSED
ASSESSMENTS. Carried unanimously.
LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT #1/FISCAL YEAR 1997-98
VASONA HEIGHTS BENEFIT ZONE/RESOLUTION 1997-66 (15.14)
Motion by Mr. Blanton, seconded by Mr. Hutchins, that Council adopt Resolution 1997-66 entitled,
RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS OF ITS INTENTION TO LEVY AND
COLLECT ASSESSMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 1997-1998 IN LANDSCAPING AND
LIGHTING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT #1 - VASONA HEIGHTS BENEFIT ZONE, AND TO
SET PUBLIC MEETING AND PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER THE PROPOSED
ASSESSMENTS. Carried unanimously.
LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT #2/FISCAL YEAR 1997-98
GEMINI COURT BENEFIT ZONE/RESOLUTION 1997-67 (16.14)
Motion by Mr. Blanton, seconded by Mr. Hutchins, that Council adopt Resolution 1997-67 entitled,
RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS OF ITS INTENTION TO LEVY AND
COLLECT ASSESSMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 1997-1998 IN LANDSCAPING AND
LIGHTING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT #2 - GEMINI COURT BENEFIT ZONE, AND TO
SET PUBLIC MEETING AND PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER THE PROPOSED
ASSESSMENTS. Carried unanimously.
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LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT #1/FISCAL YEAR 1997-98
SANTA ROSA HEIGHTS BENEFIT ZONE/RESOLUTION 1997-68 (17.14)
Motion by Mr. Blanton, seconded by Mr. Hutchins, that Council adopt Resolution 1997-68 entitled,
RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS OF ITS INTENTION TO LEVY AND
COLLECT ASSESSMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 1997-1998 IN LANDSCAPING AND
LIGHTING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT #1 - SANTA ROSA HEIGHTS BENEFIT ZONE,
AND TO SET PUBLIC MEETING AND PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER THE
PROPOSED ASSESSMENTS. Carried unanimously.
ANNEXATION/TOP OF THE HILL ROAD 7/RESOLUTION 1997-69 (18.14)
Motion by Mr. Blanton, seconded by Mr. Hutchins, that Council adopt Resolution 1997-69 entitled,
RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS ORDERING THE REORGANIZATION
OF CERTAIN UNINHABITED TERRITORY DESIGNATED AS TOP OF THE HILL ROAD
7 TO THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS. Carried unanimously.
WORKERS' COMPENSATION PROGRAM/WILLIS CORROON ADMINISTRATOR
CONTRACT EXTENSION/RESOLUTION 1997-70 (19.10)
Motion by Mr. Blanton, seconded by Mr. Hutchins, that Council adopt Resolution 1997-70 entitled,
RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS AUTHORIZING TOWN MANAGER TO
EXTEND CONTRACT WITH WILLIS CORROON FOR THREE YEARS FOR THIRD
PARTY ADMINISTRATION OF THE TOWN'S WORKERS' COMPENSATION
PROGRAM. Carried unanimously.
UNION AVE 1551/JIFFY LUBE/APPEAL/RESOLUTION 1997-71 (20.09)
Motion by Mr. Blanton, seconded by Mr. Hutchins, that Council adopt Resolution 1997-71 entitled,
RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS GRANTING APPEAL OF A PLANNING
COMMISSION DECISION APPROVING AN ARCHITECTURAL SITE APPLICATION
AND A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR AN AUTOMOBILE SERVICE OIL
CHANGING BUSINESS ON PROPERTY ZONED C-1, PROJECT APPLICATION PRJ-96-
158. Carried by a vote of four ayes. Mrs. Lubeck voted no as stated in previous record.
VERBAL COMMUNICATIONS
Downtown Streetscape:
Rick Melzig, 340 Bella Vista, spoke to saving the existing mature downtown trees; modifying the
intensity of the new lights; the inability to sit on the new planter boxes.
Item 21, 973 University:
Jim Rees, 985 University Ave., asked about the protocol of addressing a pulled item.
Los Gatos Chamber of Commerce:
Robin Tole, 355 N. Santa Cruz Ave., introduced the new GTE Area Manager, Mark Clark, and
requested time to address Council regarding a grant to fund the Community Resource Helpline at the
Chamber. Mayor Benjamin noted that Council would place this subject on the next agenda for
discussion.
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HEARINGS
PAY AND VALET PARKING/PUBLIC & PRIVATE LOTS
ZONING AMENDMENT A-96-5/HEARING (22.46)
Mayor Benjamin stated that this was the time and place duly noted for public hearing to consider
amending Town Code Chapter 29, Division 4. Parking to allow pay and valet parking on public and
private lots. It has been determined that this Town Code Amendment will not have a significant
impact on the environment, and is, therefore, exempt from the requirements of the California
Environmental Quality Act, Zoning Ordinance Amendment A-96-5. Applicant Town of Los Gatos.
Council discussed the reasons for continuing this item.
Motion by Mr. Blanton, seconded by Mr. Hutchins, that Council establish a sub committee,
consisting of Mr. Blanton, Mr. Hutchins and interested parties, to formulate a plan of action
regarding downtown parking and return to Council with a proposal. Carried unanimously.
Town Attorney, Orry Korb, noted that Council should appoint members to the sub committee and
agendize meetings according to the Brown Act so the public may be notified and have the
opportunity to attend. Mayor Benjamin asked that this be placed on the next agenda for action.
Motion by Mr. Blanton, seconded by Mrs. Lubeck, to continue this item to July 7, 1997 to review
the sub committee's report. Carried unanimously.
WINCHESTER BLVD. 14800/COMPRESSED NATURAL GAS FUELING FACILITY (23.09)
a.Mayor Benjamin stated that this was the time and place duly noted for public hearing to consider
appeal of the decision of the Planning Commission denying a request for Architecture and Site approval
and a Conditional Use Permit for a compressed natural gas fueling facility on property in the Office
zone. No significant environmental impacts have been identified as a result of this project and a
Negative declaration is recommended. Project application PRJ-97-044. Negative Declaration ND-97-3.
Property location: 14800 Winchester Boulevard. Property Owner: Town of Los Gatos. Appellant:
Scott Baker, Director of Building and Engineering Services.
b.Consider adopting resolution approving plans and specifications for Project 9707 - Natural Gas
Compression Station.
The following people from the audience spoke to this issue:
Ann Burns, 140 Newell Ave., addressed the use of a temporary facility, high risk insurance costs,
ongoing maintenance costs, safety signs, and the possibility of sharing the cost of a site with another
jurisdiction in a different location.
Dave Flick, 130 Stacia, spoke in favor of the proposal.
Rita Norton, Clean Cities Coalition, spoke of the upcoming meeting to be held in Long Beach.
Jim Rees, 985 University Ave. 2#, asked to purchase this property so as to build a one story office
building on the site.
Steve Gobbert, 14700 Winchester Blvd., spoke of the safety of CNG fueling stations and added
technical information.
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HEARINGS CONTINUED
WINCHESTER BLVD. 14800/COMPRESSED NATURAL GAS CONT.
Speakers Continued:
Gary Schloh, Architect, supported the concept.
Peggy Aiello, 135 Newell Court, opposed the project.
Jack Aiello, 135 Newell Court, opposed the project.
Thelma Spaziani, 204 Willow Hill Court, expressed neighborhood concerns.
Tom Addison, 939 Ellis St., San Francisco, explained the requirements that needed to be met to
receive the grant.
Max Perlman, 183 Newell Ave., opposed the project.
Carol La Marre, 204 Charter Oaks Cir., opposed the project.
Bill Hershman, Old Blossom Hill Road, supported the project.
Ann Marie Johnson, 100 Cherry Hill Court, opposed the project.
Charles Brown, 131 Newell Court, opposed the project.
Brent Ventura, 1482 Clara Street, opposed the project.
Gerald Marshall, 205 Charter Oaks Cir., opposed the project.
Jack Clemens, 15022 Karl Avenue, Monte Sereno, opposed the project.
James Terrell, 14700 Golf Links Drive, opposed the project.
Kathleen Searles-Crews, 308 Willow Hill Court, opposed the project.
Carol Miller, 106 Spruce Hill Court, opposed the project.
Myron Tygar, 104 Spruce Hill Court, opposed the project.
Harvey Yap, 119 Newell Court, opposed the project.
Aggie Potter, 144 Newell Ave., opposed the project.
Julia Conway, 103 Spruce Hill Court, opposed the project.
Elle Stern, 17121 Wild Way, opposed the project.
Warren Jacobsen, 17121 Wild Way, wanted many conditions if project was approved.
Anne Mc Eneaney, 117 Almond Hill Court, opposed the project.
William Burns, 140 Newell Ave., opposed the project.
Ron Smith, asked for many provisions if approved.
Barbara Perlman, 183 Newell Ave., opposed project.
No one else from the audience addressed this issue.
Motion by Mr. Blanton, seconded by Mr. Hutchins, to close the public hearing. Carried
unanimously.
Motion by Mr. Attaway, seconded by Mr. Blanton, that Council uphold the Planning Commission's
decision and deny the appeal. Carried by a vote of four ayes. Mrs. Lubeck voted no believing that
this location was the best for the proposal.
Motion by Mr. Attaway, seconded by Mr. Hutchins, to direct staff to review its options for
establishing a fueling station in town, and in the meantime use a mobile unit at the corporation yard
for town's own fleet. Carried unanimously.
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CLEAN AIR FUNDS/BAY AREA AIR QUALITY DISTRICT
ALTERNATIVE FUEL VEHICLE PURCHASE/RESOLUTION 1997-72 (24.28)
Motion by Mr. Hutchins, seconded by Mr. Blanton, that Council adopt Resolution 1997-72 entitled,
RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS AUTHORIZING TOWN MANAGER TO
EXECUTE AGREEMENT WITH THE SANTA CLARA VALLEY TRANSPORTATION
AUTHORITY, FOR CLEAN AIR FUNDS APPROVED BY THE BAY AREA QUALITY
MANAGEMENT DISTRICT FOR 1996-97. Carried unanimously.
SCHOOL DISTRICT ORGANIZATION STUDY (25.19)
Mayor Benjamin noted that the person requesting Council's consideration for this item had requested
a continuation to July 7, 1997.
UNIVERSITY AVE 973/OFFICE BUILDING/RESOLUTION 1997-73 (13.09)
Mayor Benjamin stated that this was the time and place duly noted to consider appeal of the decision
of the Planning Commission denying an Architecture and Site application to construct a 15,000
square foot office building and a subdivision application to merge two lots on property in the CM
zone. No significant environmental impacts have been identified as a result of this project, and a
Negative Declaration is recommended. Project Application PRJ-96-125. Negative Declaration ND-
96-16. Property Owner: James F. Boccardo. Applicant/Appellant: Vasona Properties.
The following people from the audience spoke to this issue:
Jim Rees, 985 University Ave., representing Vasona Properties, questioned the dedication of Wild
Way as a Town owned street.
Mary Keith Osborn, 17051 Wild Way, opposed the project's proposed use of Wild Way as private
property for use of the office park.
No one else from the audience addressed this issue.
Motion by Mr. Blanton, seconded by Mr. Attaway, that Council adopt Resolution 1997-73 entitled,
RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS CONDITIONALLY GRANTING APPEAL
OF A PLANNING COMMISSION DECISION DENYING AN ARCHITECTURAL AND
SITE APPLICATION TO CONSTRUCT A 15,000 SQUARE FOOT TWO STORY OFFICE
BUILDING AND A SUBDIVISION APPLICATION TO MERGE TWO LOTS ON
PROPERTY IN THE CM ZONE, PROJECT APPLICATION PRJ-96-125. Carried by a vote of
four ayes. Mrs. Lubeck voted no as reflected in previous record.
DOWNTOWN PARKING STRATEGIC PLANNING ADVISORY COMMITTEE (07.20)
Motion by Mr. Hutchins, seconded by Mr. Blanton, to accept Parking Commission
recommendation to continue the decision to establish a Downtown Parking Strategic Planning
Advisory Committee until a later date. Carried unanimously.
TOWN COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE FOR 1997-98 (26.10)
Motion by Mr. Blanton, seconded by Mr. Hutchins, to approve Town council Meeting Schedule for
1997-98 Fiscal Year. Carried unanimously.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Mr. Hutchins, seconded by Mr. Blanton, that this evening's meeting be adjourned at
11:54 p.m. Carried unanimously.
ATTEST:Marian V. Cosgrove, Town Clerk
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