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RA 05-19-97 JTTOWN OF LOS GATOS CALIFORNIA JOINT TOWN COUNCIL/REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY May 19, 1997 Minutes TOWN COUNCIL/REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY The Town Council/Redevelopment Agency of the Town of Los Gatos met in the Council Chambers of Town Hall, 110 E. Main St., at 7:55 p.m. Monday, May 19, 1997, in regular session. ROLL CALL Present:Randy Attaway, Jan Hutchins, Linda Lubeck, and Mayor/Chairman Benjamin. Absent:Steven Blanton. ACCOUNTS PAYABLE/RATIFICATION/APRIL 1997 (01.V) Motion by Mrs. Lubeck, seconded by Mr. Hutchins, that the Agency ratify the accompanying check register for accounts payable invoices paid on May 2, 1997 in the amount of $22,081.59. Carried by a vote of 4 ayes. Mr. Blanton was absent. PAYROLL RATIFICATION/APRIL-MAY 1997 (02.V) Motion by Mrs. Lubeck, seconded by Mr. Hutchins, that the Agency ratify the check register in the amount of $6,047.09 for the payroll of April 20, 1997 through May 3, 1997 paid on May 9, 1997. Carried by a vote of 4 ayes. Mr. Blanton was absent. MINUTES OF MAY 5, 1997 (03.V) Motion by Mrs. Lubeck, seconded by Mr. Hutchins, that the Agency approve the Minutes of May 5, 1997. Carried by a vote of 4 ayes. Mr. Blanton was absent. JOINT BUSINESS COUNCIL/AGENCY JOINT STUDY SESSION MINUTES OF APRIL 14, 1997 (04A.V) Motion by Mrs. Lubeck, seconded by Mr. Hutchins, that the Joint Council/Agency Study Session Minutes of April 14, 1997, be approved as submitted. Carried by a vote of 4 ayes. TC:D8:RA051997 Mr. Blanton was absent. JOINT MINUTES OF MAY 12, 1997 (04B.V) Motion by Mrs. Lubeck, seconded by Mr. Hutchins, that the Joint Council/Agency Minutes of May 12, 1997, be approved as submitted. Carried by a vote of 4 ayes. Mr. Blanton was absent. OTHER JOINT BUSINESS COUNCIL/AGENCY LOS GATOS CREEK APARTMENTS/MILES AVENUE (APN 529-05-044) (05.19) Mayor/Chairman Benjamin stated that this was the time and place duly noted to consider a ten foot dedication of Town Property to Community Housing Developers (CHD), referring dedication of property to Planning Commission for review and recommendation to Town Council, and a loan request ($120,000) to CHD from Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds to purchase property at the terminus of Miles Avenue (APN 529-05-044) for affordable housing development. That the Agency consider a loan request ($130,000) to Community Housing Developers from Housing Set Aside Funds to purchase property at the terminus of Miles Avenue (APN 529-05-044) for affordable housing development. The following people from the audience spoke to this issue: Nancy Hendee, Project Manager with Community Housing Developers, spoke of the lay out, aesthetics, safety and ambiance of the proposed 12 units on the ½ acre parcel situated one block from downtown and with frontage on the Creek Trail. Explained that an appraisal could be obtained within a day and the results distributed within three weeks. Bret Handcock, Architect for the project, spoke of the site's accessibility of the site, the rural atmosphere, the seclusion on a cul-de-sac, and the desirability of being a block from downtown. No one else from the audience addressed this issue. Motion by Mr. Hutchins, seconded by Mrs. Lubeck, to dedicate a ten foot section of Town property to Community Housing Developer (CHD). Council Comments: Mrs. Lubeck was spoke on the following points: concern about the cost to the Town; that the project not be for senior housing; that the project be specified for family housing; that the Town begin the process of developing housing in this area. Mr. Attaway noted the closeness to the PG&E sub-station for a housing project; that the ability of the owners to develop their property must remain open; the safety of residents so near the corporation yard especially during times of emergency; the placing of low income housing in a depressed neighborhood is not satisfactory. Mrs. Benjamin does not want to see a housing project located next to the PG&E station; does not want to move the corporation yard; does not want to give away Town property; TC:D8:RA051997 not the right place to house people next to the corporation yard; a dangerous location for housing with the temptation of the PG&E station as a place to play and the danger of the moving equipment at the corporation yard; questions regarding the design issues also. Mr. Hutchins felt that the location was appropriate; that people would like to be able to find affordable housing one block from town; that the safety issues could be dealt with; that the rural atmosphere of the location was compatible to housing; that the creek and trail adjacent to the project were an added bonus; that the ball field for children to play at was ideal. Motion failed with a two-two vote. Mr. Hutchins and Mrs. Lubeck voted yes and Mr. Attaway and Mrs. Benjamin voted no. Motion by Mrs. Lubeck, seconded by Mr. Hutchins, that this item be moved to June 16, 1997 so as to have all of the Council present to hear the issue and make a decision. Carried by a vote of 4 ayes. Mr. Blanton was absent. TC:D8:RA051997 May 19, 1997 Los Gatos, California TOWN PLAZA MASTER PLAN/RESOLUTION 1997-51 (06.44) Mayor Benjamin stated that this was the time and place duly noted to consider adopting resolution approving the Town Plaza Master Plan; the installation of new turf; and the issue of fountain safety. The following people from the audience spoke to this issue: John Lochner, 150 Creffield Heights, spoke regarding the History of the Fire Bell and noted that the community had raised $35,000 to place the bell at the Town Plaza. The history of the bell is with the Lions Club, including all the permits and architectural designs. John Spaur,1184 Longfellow Avenue, Campbell, passed some pictures to Council, and spoke of the work being done to keep the bell operational. No one else from the audience addressed this issue. Motion by Mr. Attaway, seconded by Mrs. Lubeck, that Council adopt Resolution 1997- 51 entitled, RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS APPROVING THE TOWN PLAZA MASTER PLAN. Carried by a vote of 3 ayes. Mr. Blanton was absent. Mrs. Benjamin voted no because she would like to see more grass and less hardscape. Mrs. Lubeck requested a report on the cost of the individual elements of the Plaza Plan. She would like to identify Town funding or have community fund raisers for the project elements. She would like to see the trees lighted, the turf replaced and better lighting in the Plaza. Mrs. Benjamin believes there are higher priorities for the allocation of the Town's funds. She thinks that PG&E may donate to the tree lighting project. The liability issue of the fountain should be addressed by the Town and maintenance of the turf is an ongoing Town responsibility. Council consensus that the fire bell remain in the plaza. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Mr. Attaway, seconded by Mr. Hutchins, that the Council/Agency adjourn this evening's joint meeting at 9:54 p.m.. Carried by a vote of 4 ayes. Mr. Blanton was absent. ATTEST: TC:D8:RA051997 May 19, 1997 Los Gatos, California Marian V. Cosgrove Town Clerk/Secretary to the Redevelopment Agency TC:D8:RA051997