M 08-04-03TOWN OF LOS GATOS
CALIFORNIA
TOWN COUNCIL/PARKING AUTHORITY
JOINT REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
August 4, 2003/Minutes
TOWN COUNCIL
The Town Council/Parking Authority/Redevelopment Agency of the Town of Los Gatos met in the
Council Chambers of the Town Hall, 110 East Main Street, at 7:04 p.m., Monday, August 4, 2003,
in joint regular session.
ROLL CALL
Present:Steve Glickman, Diane McNutt, Joe Pirzynski,
Mike Wasserman and Mayor/Chairman Sandy Decker.
Absent:None.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Given by all in attendance.
CLOSED SESSION (XX.28)
Town Attorney, Orry Korb, reported that Council had met in Closed Session pursuant to
Government Code Section 54956.9(b)(3)(D) regarding Threatened Litigation concerning existing
facts and circumstances found in a statement made by Jeff Dennison during the meeting of the
Town Council on June 16, 2003 that “the Town is opening itself up to significant, costly and long
litigation....” should it adopt a Second Unit Ordinance in the form then under discussion. Council
consideration occurred but no final action was taken.
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9, regarding Pending Litigation concerning Claim of
CSAA (subrogee for Geoffrey & Linda Mitchell). Council gave direction but no final action taken.
BOCCE BALL TOURNAMENT TROPHY/SCCC ASSOC/MOUNTAIN VIEW (XX.28)
The Mayor of Mt. View, Mike Kasperzak, came to return the Bocci Ball Trophy to the Town of Los
Gatos Championship Team of this year. The team was present to receive the trophy for the Town.
BUSINESS COMMENDATION/THE TOLL HOUSE (00.28)
Council Member Glickman presented Town Commendation to Manager, Ms Marie Tallman and Mr.
Wayne Leventhal, Owner of the Toll House Hotel. Mr. Glickman also spoke of the years this
business has served our community. Ms Tallman and Mr. Leventhal were present to receive the
commendation and express their appreciation and their continued commitment to Los Gatos.
SCHEDULE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS (01.28)
Motion by Mr. Glickman, seconded by Mr. Wasserman, that Council accept and file informational
report regarding currently scheduled public hearings. Carried unanimously.
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PLANNING COMMISSION/PLANNING DEPARTMENT MONTHLY STATUS REPORT (02.31)
Motion by Mr. Glickman, seconded by Mr. Wasserman, that Council accept and file informational
report regarding activity of Planning Commission and Department completed by June 30, 2003.
Carried unanimously.
CODE COMPLIANCE/QUARTERLY REPORT/APRIL-JUNE 2003 (03.37)
Motion by Mr. Glickman, seconded by Mr. Wasserman, that Council accept the Code Compliance
quarterly report for the 4th quarter, April through June 2003. Carried unanimously.
COUNCIL CALENDAR OF MEETINGS (04.28)
Motion by Mr. Glickman, seconded by Mr. Wasserman, that Council accept the August 2003, and
September 2003, Town’s Calendar of Meetings. Carried unanimously.
RATIFICATION OF PAYROLL/JUNE-JULY 2003 (05.V)
Motion by Mr. Glickman, seconded by Mr. Wasserman, that Council ratify the check register for
the payrolls of May 25, 2003 through June 7, 2003 paid on June 13, 2003; June 8, 2003 through
June 21, 2003 paid on June 27, 2003; June 22, 2003 through July 5, 2003 paid on July 11, 2003;
and July 6, 2003 through July 19, 2003 paid on July 25, 2003 in the amount of $2,276,687.02.
Carried unanimously.
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE/RATIFICATION/JUNE-JULY 2003 (06.V)
Motion by Mr. Glickman, seconded by Mr. Wasserman, that Council ratify the accompanying
check registers for accounts payable invoices paid on June 13, 2003; June 20, 2003; June 27, 2003;
July 4, 2003; July 11, 2003; July 18, 2003; and July 25, in the amount of $3,328,551.52. Carried
unanimously.
TREASURER’S REPORT (08.02)
Motion by Mr. Glickman, seconded by Mr. Wasserman, that Council accept and file informational
reports submitted by the Treasurer to the Council for the months ended April 30, 2003 and May 31,
2003. Carried unanimously.
PRIMARY VOTING DELEGATE/MAYOR SANDY DECKER (09.12)
ALTERNATE VOTING DELEGATE/STEVE GLICKMAN/LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES
Motion by Mr. Glickman, seconded by Mr. Wasserman, that Council appoint Mayor Sandy Decker
as the primary voting delegate and Vice Mayor Steve Glickman as the alternate voting delegate for
the League of California Cities Annual Conference scheduled for September 7-10, 2003 in
Sacramento. Carried unanimously.
TOWN MANAGER APPROVAL OF ACTIONS TAKEN DURING COUNCIL RECESS (10.29)
Motion by Mr. Glickman, seconded by Mr. Wasserman, that Council accept report of actions taken
by Town Manager during the official Town Council legislative recess from July 1, 2003 to August 1,
2003. Carried unanimously.
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TOWN EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION/MOU/FYS 2002-03 & 2003-04/RESOLUTION 2003-89
(11.29)
Motion by Mr. Glickman, seconded by Mr. Wasserman, that Council adopt Resolution 2003-89
entitled, RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS AMENDING THE
MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS AND
THE TOWN EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION FOR FISCAL YEARS 2002-2003 AND 2003-
2004. Carried unanimously.
ANNEXATION/LA RINCONADA #8/LA RINCONADA DRIVE 14729/RESOLUTION 2003-90
(12.09)
Motion by Mr. Glickman, seconded by Mr. Wasserman, that Council adopt Resolution 2003-90
entitled, RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS ORDERING THE
REORGANIZATION OF CERTAIN UNINHABITED TERRITORY DESIGNATED AS LA
RINCONADA #8 - APN: 409-30-034 - TO THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS. Carried
unanimously.
ROSS CREEK/PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE AT CAMINO DEL CERRO (13.33)
QUIT CLAIM DEED FROM SAN JOSE/RESOLUTION 2003-91
Motion by Mr. Glickman, seconded by Mr. Wasserman, that Council adopt Resolution 2003-91
entitled, RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS APPROVING CERTIFICATE OF
ACCEPTANCE FOR THE QUIT CLAIM DEED OF THE PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE OVER
ROSS CREEK AT CAMINO DEL CERRO FROM SAN JOSE AND AUTHORIZING THE
TOWN MANAGER TO EXECUTE CERIFICATE OF ACCEPTANCE. Carried
unanimously.
PARKING LOT/MONTEBELLO WAY/POSTAL SERVICE LEASE/RESOLUTION 2003-92
(14.24)
Motion by Mr. Glickman, seconded by Mr. Wasserman, that Council adopt Resolution 2003-92
entitled, RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS AUTHORIZING THE TOWN
MANAGER TO EXECUTE A FIFTEEN (15) YEAR SUB-LEASE AGREEMENT WITH
THE UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE FOR THEIR USE OF A PORTION OF THE
PARKING LOT LOCATED AT 15 MONTEBELLO WAY, LOS GATOS. Carried
unanimously.
PROJECT 0352/STREET REPAIR AND RESURFACING/RESOLUTIONS 2003-93 & 19RD (16.24)
Motion by Mr. Glickman, seconded by Mr. Wasserman, that Council/Agency adopt Resolutions
2003-93 & 2003-19RD entitled, RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN
COUNCIL/REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS
AUTHORIZING THE TOWN MANAGER/EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO EXECUTE A
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH HARRIS AND ASSOCIATES TO
PROVIDE CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT SERVICES FOR THE FY 2003-2004 -
STREET REPAIR AND RESURFACING PROJECT 0352. Carried unanimously.
PROJECT 0233-B/DOWNTOWN ELECTRICAL WORK/RESOLUTIONS 2003-94 & 20RD (17.24)
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Motion by Mr. Glickman, seconded by Mr. Wasserman, that Council/Agency adopt Resolutions
2003-94 & 2003-20RD entitled, RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN
COUNCIL/REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS TO REJECT
BIDS FOR PROJECT 0233-B-SANTA CRUZ AVENUE ELECTRICAL IMPROVEMENTS.
Carried unanimously.
MAYOR’S STATEMENT (XX.28)
Mayor Decker welcomed the Council and audience and explained how she would like the tone of
the Town meetings to proceed during the year. She spoke of a community that has been able to
display respect for one another, to deliberate the business of the Town in an informed manner, and
to accept and act upon the decisions made at public and open meetings. She noted that all of our
residents deserve our respect and the respect of each other. She asked for and said she expects that
the visitors to these Council Chambers will recognize and uphold these principles of respect and
courtesy for one another. The Mayor noted that disruptive behavior would not be tolerated, nor
allowed to interfere with these community meetings held in the spirit of cooperative and interactive
government. She reaffirmed her desire to encourage respect and dignity within these chambers.
VERBAL COMMUNICATIONS (XX.28)
Play Fields for Sports:
Edward San Juan, on Bruce Avenue, President of the Los Gatos Soccer League spoke of the
problem of finding and locating fields to play on. School construction is putting students off the
fields and it is too far to drive the children to other sites. High Schools and Middle Schools are the
only ones with sufficient size. He asked Council to ensure enough green space to provide space for
children to play as they plan for future projects.
Verbal Communications Procedures:
Ray Davis spoke on being arrested for speaking out on a particular subject. He questioned the
procedures that were taken on this matter.
Alive and Loving Life:
Kaiti Fink, Kiara and Nicole Wasserman, spoke of “Alive and Loving Life Music Project” and
the music venues that the teens are planning at Starbucks, Old Town and other locations in Town.
Traffic Calming Projects:
Marc Jensen spoke of pedestrian safety and traffic calming projects throughout Town, and thanked
Council and staff for all their work on this issue.
Oka Road Traffic Safety:
Gerry Mirassou, Bonnie View Park, spoke of southbound traffic on Oka Road, and of the speeding
traffic in front of the entrance to the Mobile Home Park. He asked about property that belongs to
CalTrans and storage of equipment there. He also spoke of the far right lane on Lark heading west
and noted that it is neither a right hand turn lane nor a through lane and it has caused confusion and
near accidents.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
BRUSH ABATEMENT/PROGRAM ASSESSMENT/PUBLIC HEARING (22.33)
Mayor Decker stated that this was the time and place duly noted for public hearing to consider
adopting resolution confirming County Fire Marshal’s report and assessment on abatement of
hazardous vegetation (brush) within the Town of Los Gatos.
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John Curtis, Director of Parks and Public Works, gave the background and overview of the brush
abatement program for the 2002-2003 season.
PUBLIC HEARINGS CONTINUED
BRUSH ABATEMENT/PROGRAM ASSESSMENT/CONT.
The Mayor opened the public hearing.
No one from the audience addressed this item.
The Mayor closed the public hearing and noted that there was no further action for Council to
take on this issue.
WEED ABATEMENT/PROGRAM ASSESSMENT/RESOLUTION 2003-95/HEARING (23.33)
Mayor Decker stated that this was the time and place duly noted for public hearing to consider
adopting resolution confirming County Fire Marshal’s report and assessment on abatement of
hazardous vegetation (weeds) within the Town of Los Gatos.
John Curtis, Director of Parks and Public Works, spoke of the ongoing annual weed abatement
program and noted that a representative from the County Fire Marshal’s Office was present to
answer any questions from Council.
The following people from the audience addressed this subject:
Mr. Gilletti from the Fire Marshal’s Department was present for Council’s questions. He explained
that properties remain on the department’s list for at least three years for review and follow up
inspections to make sure that the weeds that were first addressed are being monitored.
Jim Dykster, asked to be removed from the list since his property is well landscaped and cared for.
He asked what the procedure was to have his property removed from the list. Council noted that
Mr. Gilletti would explain the process to him.
No one else from the audience addressed this issue.
Motion by Ms McNutt, seconded by Mr. Pirzynski, that Council adopt Resolution 2003-95
entitled, RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS ADOPTING REPORT
DESCRIBING PARCELS OF REAL PROPERTY, AND SHOWING AMOUNT OF
HAZARDOUS VEGETATION (WEEDS) ABATEMENT ASSESSMENTS TO BE
COLLECTED ON THE SECURED PROPERTY TAX ROLL OF THE TOWN OF LOS
GATOS IN THE COUNTY OF SANTA CLARA FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2003-2004.
Carried unanimously.
UNIVERSITY AVENUE 605/SOLAR PANELS/PUBLIC HEARING (20.15)
Mayor Decker stated that this was the time and place duly noted for public hearing to consider an
appeal of the decision of the Planning Commission denying a request to modify the exterior of a
commercial building by installing unscreened solar panels on property zoned LM. APN 529-10-
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092. Architecture and Site Application S-03-41. Property Location: 605 University Avenue.
Property Owner: Mattiuz Children’s Trust, T Blackstock Trustee. Applicant/Appellant: Akeena
Solar.
PUBLIC HEARINGS CONTINUED
UNIVERSITY AVENUE 605/SOLAR PANELS/PUBLIC HEARING/CONT.
The following people from the audience addressed this issue:
Barry Cinnamon, representing Akeena Solar, gave an overview of the solar panels and was
addressing them as building elements in construction design. He was looking to Council to render
approval and support of these utility elements of energy use and conservation. He would like to
establish some guidelines with the Town for the aesthetic use of these elements in project design.
Kurt Newick, spoke in support of the architectural use of solar panels and explained how they were
positioned on his home.
David Moore, asked that Council take a more proactive stand in supporting the use of solar panels
and in establishing esthetic guidelines.
Darlene McCalmont, representing Regrid Power, gave an overview of the industry’s ability to
address the architectural value of these elements.
Ray Davis, noted that those working in this industry and installing this equipment should follow the
Town’s established regulations.
David Sprewls, spoke in support of the use of solar panels to help address the energy crisis. He
asked that the architectural elements of this equipment be studied and utilized.
Darrell Miller, spoke in support of the use of solar panels and asked for Council’s additional help
in helping to see that applicants can more easily make use of them.
David Weissman, expressed support for the use of solar panels and systems and asked Council to
work on changing the Town Codes to encourage the visibility of these architectural elements.
Carlos Novillo, spoke in support of the use of solar panels.
Janice Dong, supported the solar panels and uses them on her home.
Jim Deichstetter, spoke of his plans to use solar panels on his property and asked for some help in
moving the process along so he can take advantage of this energy source.
Michael Mora, professional in the field, spoke of the benefits of solar energy and asked that
Council find more ways to implement its use in Los Gatos.
Robert Bixler, spoke in support and asked the Town to take the lead in allowing placement of more
solar panels.
John Tice, asked that the Council encourage the use of solar technology in our community.
Nan Bixler, asked Council to continue supporting the use of solar energy.
Mark Jensen, asked that Council consider the economics of placing these panels and screening
elements. He noted the costs and requested that the solar materials be allowed to be designed into
the architecture of the building.
No one else from the audience addressed this issue.
Mayor Decker closed the public hearing
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Council Comments:
That the industry be asked to look at its product in an holistic way that would accommodate the
architecture of our historic community.
PUBLIC HEARINGS CONTINUED
UNIVERSITY AVENUE 605/SOLAR PANELS/PUBLIC HEARING/CONT.
Council Comments continued:
That the industry be asked to develop and create forms and styles that could blend with the fabric
of Los Gatos.
That the industry be asked to shape the materials to the environment rather than have the
environment attempt to utilize the product as it exists at this time.
That staff be directed to research the use of solar energy products as architectural elements.
That staff study the current regulations and explore new policy that could be brought forward to
address this technology.
Council consensus was that each application will still be evaluated on its own merits.
Council consensus to continue to support the use of alternative energy sources.
Council to consider reconsidering the current rule that says residential or commercial solar mounted
screens are unacceptable if they are visible.
That staff work on a separate set of standards that would address the solar panel issue. This process
to proceed as expeditiously as possible. A minimum six month process is expected.
Staff to work through various proposals brought forward from the community and use the
interaction of the members of the solar energy community as well.
Motion by Mr. Glickman, to remand to the Planning Commission with direction to consider a
screen of this type with architectural considerations, and have staff return to Council with a more
complete policy which would include visible solar panels as an acceptable architectural element.
Motion died for lack of a second.
Motion by Ms McNutt, seconded by Mrs. Decker, to uphold the Planning Commission decision
because the solution offered by the applicant has not met the established requirements, policies and
regulations, but to have staff continue with the study of this issue by looking at the commercial
design standards update, incorporating all of the changes, technology, and aesthetics that have
become available with the technology of solar power. Carried unanimously.
SANTA CRUZ AVENUE N. 330/RESTAURANT CUP/HEARING (21.15)
Mayor Decker stated that this was the time and place duly noted for public hearing to consider
recommendation of Planning Commission for approval to modify a conditional use permit to
increase the hours of operation and to modify terms for service of alcoholic beverages for a
restaurant on property zoned C-2. File #U-03-4. Property Location: 330 N. Santa Cruz Avenue.
Property Owner: Melidimar, LLC. Applicant: Carol Hennessy and Simona Todoran.
The following people spoke to this issue:
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Carol Hennessy and Simona Todoran, leasing the building, asked for seating outside and the
opportunity to serve beer and wine with dinner.
Chris Miller spoke in favor of outdoor dinning, different outdoor venues and variety on the street.
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PUBLIC HEARINGS CONTINUED
SANTA CRUZ AVENUE N. 330/RESTAURANT CUP/CONT.
Council consensus to encourage a quality atmosphere in that area of the downtown. Council would
like to see the final renderings of the proposal before the completed plans are drawn up.
Findings made by Mr. Pirzynski: That the project is categorically exempt from environmental
review; Use of property is desirable to our public; Use does not impair integrity or character of the
zone; Use is not detrimental to health, safety or welfare; Use is in harmony with the Redevelopment
Plan for Central Downtown and the Town’s General Plan.
Motion by Mr. Pirzynski, seconded by Mrs. Decker, to approve the requested modification of
Conditional Use Permit U-03-4 to increase the hours of operation and to allow service of alcoholic
beverages at the patio area for a restaurant on property zoned C-2. Carried unanimously.
MINUTES OF JUNE 16, 2003 (07.V)
Ms McNutt asked that her no vote on the bottom of page 8 under the Second Dwelling Unit
Ordinance read as follow: “Ms McNutt voted no, being supportive of secondary units and
affordable housing, but she does not believe that secondary units should be rent controlled and
restricted to just affordable housing requirements.”
Motion by Ms McNutt, seconded by Mr. Wasserman, that Council approve the Minutes of June 16,
2003, Regular Joint Town Council/Redevelopment Agency Meeting as corrected. Carried
unanimously.
TREE PROTECTION REGULATIONS/TOWN CODE/ORDINANCE 2114 (15.36)
Ray Davis, spoke of a falling Monterey Pine that killed a driver in San Francisco. He would like
the Town’s Tree Ordinance to include requirements for the removal of dead trees.
Motion by Mr. Glickman, seconded by Mr. Wasserman, that Council adopt Ordinance 2114
entitled, ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS AMENDING THE ZONING
ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN CODE, CHAPTER 29, DIVISION 2, SECTION 29.10.0950
THROUGH 29.10.0985, TO REVISE THE TREE PROTECTION ORDINANCE, that was
introduced at the Council meeting of June 16, 2003. Carried unanimously.
HUMAN NEEDS ASSESSMENT SURVEY/REPORT (24.39)
Mayor Decker stated that this was the time and place duly noted to consider accepting report on the
Human Needs Assessment Survey.
Regina Falkner, Director of Community Services, gave an overview of the survey conducted by
Godbe Research & Analysis, and offered to answer any questions Council might have.
Bryan Godbe of Godbe Research & Analysis, spoke of identifying the needs of the residents as
being the primary goal of this human needs assessment research, focusing on families and children,
and the elderly.
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HUMAN NEEDS ASSESSMENT SURVEY/REPORT CONT.
Josh Williams of Godbe Research & Analysis, spoke of the concerns raised by the survey. He
offered the research methodology for Council’s information and identified the mix of community
needs. He noted that primary needs identified for seniors were in home services and dependable
transportation.
Regina Falkner pointed out that attached to the report are suggestions for next steps: a couple being
in the area of youth; two in the area of senior needs; and two in the case of day care. She suggested
meeting with the non-profits and agency providers to discuss what next steps might be practical to
address these needs of our residents and to augment the services that already exit or that are
currently coming on line. She noted that there are many services now offered that could be
coordinated and that information could be made more readily available to our residents.
Ray Davis spoke concerning the lack of public safety for students being identified and studied in
this report and that of the large traffic concerns for the Town not being questioned in the survey, nor
were the departments of Parks and Recreation, and Police mentioned. Ms McNutt noted that these
types of questions are identified in the citizen satisfaction survey planned for later this year.
Motion by Mr. Glickman, seconded by Ms McNutt, to accept the report on the Human Needs
Assessment Survey and the next steps attachment. Carried unanimously.
SECOND DWELLING UNIT ORDINANCE/PUBLIC HEARING (25A & B.38)
Mayor Decker stated that this was the time and place duly noted to consider: A) adopting ordinance
amending the Town Code Division 7, Sections 29.10.305 through 29.10.320, Section 29.10.320 and
Section 29.20.185(8)a, regarding Second Dwelling Units (Introduced on 6/16/03); and B) adopting
resolution adopting revised Below Market Price Housing Program Guidlines.
The following people from the audience addressed this item:
Linda Iversen, does not oppose low income housing but does oppose controlled rent on these new
second dwelling units.
Natalie Cardenas, representing Silicon Valley & Santa Clara County Association of Realtors and
the Non Profit Trade Association for the realtor community in Los Gatos, asked that Section
29.10.320, A & B be removed from the proposed ordinance. These address rent control and deed
restrictions and are subject to challenge she claimed.
Bob Hines, representing Tri-County Apartment Association, noted that he supported the ordinance
but opposed the BMP provisions. He asked that there be no price caps on new construction.
Gary Hill, long time resident and owner of secondary units spoke against price control feeling that
it discourages investing in building new units.
No one else from the audience addressed this item.
Motion by Mr. Pirzynski, seconded by Mr. Glickman, to continue this item in order to review the
issues that have been raised over the last few weeks concerning Sections 29.10.320 A & B of the
proposed ordinance. Carried unanimously.
MEETING PAST 11:30 P.M.
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Mayor Decker moved that the meeting proceed past 11:30 p.m. Seconded by Mr. Glickman.
Carried by a vote of 4 ayes. Ms McNutt abstained.
WIRELESS TECHNOLOGY/COUNCIL DISCUSSION (26.28)
Mr. Glickman presented background information to Council concerning WiFi technology in the
commercial and public sectors. He spoke of the opportunity for the Town to both serve its residents
and also enhance its reputation by getting out in front of the implementation. Our residents may
begin to rely on this technology and it would be nice to be ready for their requests. He asked that a
group be put together with knowledge and interest in this subject, and that the Chamber of
Commerce, real estate community and those with technical expertise form an advisory group.
Pamela Jacobs, Assistant Town Manager, gave an overview of this technology and its initial growth
in our Town at this time. She noted that Chris Gjerde, IT Manager, helped put tonight’s report
together for Council. She spoke of WiFi as a global service. The wireless network connector which
enables one to link computers, notebooks and PDAs within local areas to the internet without the use
of wires. There are already businesses in Los Gatos offering WiFi to their patrons such as Le
Boulangie, the Great Bear, the Los Gatos Roasting Company and Borders. Municipalities are now
offering central locations for their communities and libraries appear to be a popular location to make
use of this service.
The following people from the audience spoke to the issue:
Michael Gordon, asked that Council support the use and implementation of WiFi throughout the
Town’s business community and ensure a program for our municipality as a whole.
Amir Mortazavi, spoke of developing technology and the ability of the Santa Clara County Library
system to link their wireless capabilities and the possibility of our library to benefit from that
project.
Daniel Skilken, with Landmark Networks, a local business working with wireless technology,
spoke of the ability to place wireless in our downtown which would be an attraction for our local
businesses. He spoke of wireless in our parks and using the wireless for security purposes for police
surveillance in needed areas. He offered his business services and equipment at cost to the Town
and community, to help establish a WiFi hot zone that will attract business to the downtown area.
Council accepted report and asked that staff continue to keep them abreast of developing
technology, and asked that the business community take the lead in advancing this technology in the
Town and keep the Town apprised.
MANAGER MATTERS (22.28)
The Manager did not give a report this evening.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Decker closed this evening’s meeting at 12:32 a.m.
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ATTEST:
Marian V. Cosgrove
Town Clerk
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