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R-3 Staff Report - Redevelopment Agency and Town CouncilDATE: TO: MEETING DATE: 3/18/96 ITEM NO. COUNCIL/ AGENCY AGENDA REPORT March 13, 1996 MAYOR AND TOWN COUNCIL CHAIR AND MEMBERS OF THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY FROM: TOWN MANAGER EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR SUBJECT: REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY: A. ADOPT RESOLUTION APPROVING THE CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT (CBD) STREETSCAPE AND IMPROVEMENT GUIDELINES AND ACCEPTING THE CONCEPT DESIGN FOR THE NORTH SANTA CRUZ AVE. AND LOS GATOS- SARATOGA ROAD INTERSECTION. B. ADOPT RESOLUTION APPROVING A $6,000.00 GRANT TO THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS FOR REPAIR/ REPLACEMENT OF LANDSCAPING AND IRRIGATION ON LOS GATOS-SARATOGA ROAD AND AUTHORIZING EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO EXECUTE GRANT AGREEMENT WITH THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS FOR THE LANDSCAPING AND IRRIGATION. C. AUTHORIZE PROCEEDING WITH PART B OF CONTRACT WITH PAUL RODRIGUES (PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS & ESTIMATES FOR PLANTERS AND SEATING AREAS.) TOWN COUNCIL: A. ADOPT RESOLUTION AMENDING THE CBD STREETSCAPE AND IMPROVEMENT GUIDELINES AND ACCEPTING THE CONCEPT DESIGN FOR THE NORTH SANTA CRUZ AVE. AND LOS GATOS-SARATOGA ROAD INTERSECTION. B. ADOPT RESOLUTION ACCEPTING $6,000.00 GRANT FROM THE LOS GATOS REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY FOR REPAIR/ REPLACEMENT OF LANDSCAPING AND IRRIGATION ON LOS GATOS-SARATOGA ROAD AND AUTHORIZING TOWN MANAGER TO EXECUTE GRANT AGREEMENT WITH THE LOS GATOS REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY FOR THE LANDSCAPING AND IRRIGATION. RECOMMENDATION: TOWN COUNCIL/ AGENCY: 1. Open the joint public hearing; 2. Close the joint public hearing. REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY: 1. Adopt Resolution approving the CBD Streetscape and Improvement Guidelines and accepting the concept design for the North Santa Cruz Avenue and Los Gatos Saratoga Road intersection. (Attachment 1) 2. Adopt Resolution approving a $6,000.00 nt to the Town of Los Gatos for repair/ replacement of landscaping PREPARED BY: LEE E. BOWMAN -6."5 PLANNING D ECTOR Reviewed by: Attorney Ilia ✓ham General Cou .e ce Finance Director Revised: 3/13/96 2:54 pm Reformatted: 10/23/95 PAGE 2 MAYOR AND TOWN COUNCIL SUBJECT: CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT STREETSCAPE PLAN March 15, 1996 and irrigation on Los Gatos -Saratoga Road and authorizing Executive Director to execute a Grant Agreement with the Town of Los Gatos for the landscaping and irrigation (Attachment 2). 3. Authorize staff to proceed with Plans, Specifications and Estimates for planters and seating areas. TOWN COUNCIL: 1. Adopt Resolution approving the CBD Streetscape and Improvement Guidelines and accepting the concept design for the North Santa Cruz Avenue and Los Gatos Saratoga Road intersection (Attachment 3). 2. Adopt Resolution accepting $6,000.00 grant from the Los Gatos Redevelopment Agency for repair/ replacement of landscaping and irrigation on Los Gatos -Saratoga Road and authorizing the Town Manager to execute a Grant Agreement with the Los Gatos Redevelopment Agency for the landscaping and irrigation (Attachment 4). BACKGROUND: In May 1990, the Town Council accepted a report from the Commercial Plan Committee that included a recommendation to develop guidelines and standards to replace street furniture and appurtenances on downtown sidewalks. On February 21, 1995, Council adopted Phase I of the Central Business District Streetscape and Improvement Guidelines, which provide standards in text for placement and location of street furniture such as benches, trash receptacles, and newspaper racks. Public improvements such as lighting, planters and street trees are to be addressed in Phase II (in map and graphic format). The streetscape guidelines adopted in Phase I have been amended to include additional ADA and Title 24 requirements and changes identified during Phase II (see Attachment 1, Exhibit A for redlined CBD Streetscape and Improvement Guidelines). The public right-of-way downtown is in poor condition. Existing sidewalks, benches and planter/ seating areas are badly deteriorated. Many tree well grates are needed to comply with Title 24 requirements. The streetscape plan and guidelines are designed to eliminate blight in the downtown and encourage economic development. Due to the number of elements identified in Phase II, discussion of the guidelines and plan is categorized in the following sections: A. Overview E. Detail Prototypes B. Streetscape Concept Plan F. Street Tree Plan C. Circulation and Parking G. Los Gatos -Saratoga Road Medians D. Lighting and Furnishings DISCUSSION: A. OVERVIEW: On October 16, 1995, the Redevelopment Agency (Agency) authorized hiring Paul Rodrigues, Landscape Architect, to prepare the Streetscape Plan. He was hired to complete the following tasks: • Prepare Downtown Base Plan from aerial and parcel maps. • Prepare Overall Analysis/ Evaluation of Downtown issues, problems and opportunities. • Prepare proposed Downtown Plan - symbols for signs, light fixtures, planters, trash receptacles, benches, drinking fountains and bicycle racks. • Prepare illustrations of fixtures and furnishings. • Prepare overall Conceptual Street Tree Plan. • Prepare Schematic Planter/ Seating Area Plan. • Prepare preliminary cost estimate for planter areas and furnishings. The consultant met with Town representatives on October 20, 1995 to discuss existing conditions, opportunities and constraints. Existing conditions in downtown encourage cut -through traffic to and from Highway 17, making pedestrian circulation somewhat unsafe. After this discussion, it was determined that the plan and guidelines should feature PAGE 3 MAYOR AND TOWN COUNCIL SUBJECT: CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT STREETSCAPE PLAN March 15, 1996 pedestrian activity and safety in downtown. Proposed changes in auto traffic patterns, crosswalk locations, sidewalk widths and lighting increase pedestrian orientation. Such changes lessen downtown's appeal as a cut -through route for highway traffic and heighten the appeal for pedestrians enjoying downtown amenities. The consultant walked the downtown with Town representatives on October 27, 1995 and visited the Town numerous times to conduct field surveys. He even conducted a survey at night to evaluate the lighting at crosswalks and other key locations. Existing pedestrian pathways from N. Santa Cruz Avenue to the public parking lots are emphasized in the Streetscape Concept Plan and were considered in the process of eliminating crosswalks to simplify circulation. In early November the consultant presented a preliminary draft of the Streetscape Plan and six design prototypes to staff. The prototypes included conceptual sketches for planters and seating areas at a mid -block crosswalks and other features that could be repeated throughout the CBD. On November 14, 1995 the consultant presented the draft Streetscape Plan and conceptual sketches to the Redevelopment Advisory Committee and a group of 15 to 20 citizens including merchants, Downtown Association and Downtown Beautification Committee members and residents. Every property owner and business owner in the CBD was sent a notice of the meeting (Attachment 5). The draft plans were well received. The group made valuable comments which were incorporated into the plans. Staff presented the Streetscape Plan at the Council, Board and Commission Joint Study Session on February 24, 1996. Among those present at the meeting was Los Gatos resident Rick Melzig, who wrote a letter supporting the Plan (see Attachment 8.) The Downtown Association also wrote a letter supporting the Plan (see Attachment 14.) The Downtown Association and Chamber of Commerce were notified of the March 18, 1996 Town Council/ Agency hearing on this matter. The Downtown Association was given a notice of the meeting to distribute to merchants for posting in downtown locations. The Streetscape Plan was also publicized in the March 6, 1996 edition of the Los Gatos Weekly Times (see Attachment 12 for two articles). B. STREETSCAPE CONCEPT PLAN: The Concept Plan (dated February 27, 1996) will be posted at the March 18, 1996 Council hearing. The study area for the Streetscape Plan includes the C-2 zone from E. Main at Church Street to N. Santa Cruz Avenue and S. Santa Cruz Avenue from Wood Road north to Los Gatos -Saratoga Road. The plan reflects changes that are known at this time in the C-2 zone; Old Town was not included because the pending application will deal with streetscape issues as part of the approval process. The consultant developed a preliminary conceptual design for the gateway to downtown at the N. Santa Cruz Avenue and Los Gatos -Saratoga Road intersection. Staff recommends the plan for acceptance only at this time. The plan needs to be evaluated as a separate project since Los Gatos -Saratoga Road is within Caltrans jurisdiction. The concept plan will be subject to further review, as the plan is a project as defined under CEQA and will require Caltrans review, an environmental review and a traffic study. If this intersectionplan were included in the Streetscape Plan, the time required for the environmental review would delay approval of the Plan. The existing public amenities in downtown Los Gatos such as street furniture, landscape planters, trash receptacles, crosswalks and lighting currently need renovation. To maintain an economically viable downtown it is necessary to implement the CBD Streetscape and Improvement Guidelines via the Streetscape Plan. Implementation involves upgrading the safety of the sidewalks and crosswalks for pedestrians in the downtown. The Streetscape Plan illustrates design concepts for improving and upgrading safety, circulation and aesthetics. Below is a summary of the design concepts included in the Streetscape Plan (items are numbered and follow the comment sequence on the Concept Streetscape Plan, dated February 26, 1996): 5. 1 • College Avenue lntersectir,n Expand sidewalk and landscape area to slow traffic and make for safer pedestrian crossings. The expanded sidewalk may be referred to as a "choker", which increases pedestrian safety and area for pedestrian amenities. The main purpose of the choker is to decrease pedestrian crossing distance and increase pedestrian visibility in the intersection. Increased sidewalk area allows for placement of planters or a bench for exam le g as clear sight distance is maintained. as lo ng ong 2. Universit Avenue Int rse tion Move stop sign back at University Avenue to improve bus and truck turning movements off of Main Street. Remove parking space in front of Coffee Roasting Company (also in middle of intersection) to provide choker. Expanded sidewalk area will provide for new landscaping, bike racks and benches. 3. Tow_n plaza The Town Plaza Blue Ribbon Task Force recommendations for the Plaza are in harmony with the consultant recommendations (see Attachment 10 for Plaza Task Force report). The consultant's design concepts are recommendations only. The Plaza should be treated as the heart of downtown. Possibly remove parking spaces along west side of Plaza to increase pedestrian area. Existing bus stop and shelter to remain. Suggested removal of north -bound Santa Cruz Avenue free right turn onto Main Street. PAGE 4 MAYOR AND TOWN COUNCIL SUBJECT: CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT STREETSCAPE PLAN March 15, 1996 4. South Santa C z Avenue Gatewayfrom Highway17 Create a gateway to downtown by planting portions of median/ turn lane. Redwood trees are proposed, as they are reminiscent of Los Gatos history and mountain backdrop. Introduce signs to welcome visitors to downtown and the historic district. Maintain access to driveways at Post Office, bus station and Toll House Hotel. Exi tin g Streetscape Planters To be redesigned as detailed in Planter prototype. Redesign to include new sidewalk paving theme), pedestrian scale lighting, and new planter design. Planter design will include a one foot concrete face with "Norman" brick rim and one foot high wrought iron railing. "Norman" brick is consistent with the Villa Hermosa sidewalk design. location of existing and proposed planters were designated to create a balance and rhythm of planted areas for the length of N. Santa Cruz Ave.. 6. Bean Avenue Intersection Remove crosswalk at south end of intersection, retain existing crosswalk at north end. Expand sidewalks at three corners of intersection. One parking space affected by choker can be relocated due to removing south crosswalk. Removal of the crosswalk is not to the detriment of the pedestrian. intersection and resulting sidewalk expansion increases pedestrian visibility. Relocatelbus s stop from Nicholson reoval simplifies Avenue to south end of intersection. 7. G Ay's Lane Change to one-way west bound at N. Santa Cruz Avenue. The existing Gray's Lane is sub- standard for a two way street with parking on one side. The one-way street west bound works in coordination with Elm Street as a one-way street east bound. It is also consistent with the conditions of approval for the Los Gatos Brewing Company. One-way street allows for sidewalk widening of three (3) feet on each side. Sidewalk widening complies with ADA access requirements to the new parking lot and emphasizes the link from the public lot to N. Santa Cruz Avenue. 8. Rovice-Nicholson Intersectjons Create chokers at south end of both intersections. Remove crosswalk at north side of Nicholson to simplify intersection. Relocate one parking space (moved as a result of choker) to where the crosswalk was located. Move light pole at west side of Santa Cruz Avenue to afford space for choker. p y PAGE 5 MAYOR AND TOWN COUNCIL SUBJECT: CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT STREETSCAPE PLAN March 15, 1996 9. Bachman Avenue Intersection Expand sidewalks at the southeast and northwest corners of intersection. Remove the free right turn onto north bound Santa Cruz Avenue at east side of Bachman. Align the centerline of Bachman with the elimination of the free right turn lane and addition of chokers. Expand length of choker at southwest corner of intersection to accommodate existing bus stop. Add stop signs on N. Santa Cruz Avenue for north and south bound traffic. 10. Almendra Avenue Intersection Expand sidewalks at the southwest and northeast areas of the intersection. Remove the crosswalk at the south end of intersection. C. CIRCULATION AND PARKING: The overall purpose of the Streetscape Concept Plan is to improve the streetscape amenities and circulation in the downtown. Sidewalk chokers expand sidewalk area to afford space for items such as benches, planters, and pedestrian scale lighting. Chokers also increase pedestrian visibility and reduce walking distance at crossing points. Buses stopping in lane as a result of chokers at bus stops will slow traffic and reduce undue bus passing movements by motorists. A bus stopping in lane makes for a shorter stopping period, as opposed to the bus ducking in and out of traffic. Stop signs installed on N. Santa Cruz at Bachman Avenue will slow traffic and allow safer turning movements from Bachman Avenue. These efforts combined will improve pedestrian and motorist movement by eliminating traffic that sees downtown as a short-cut to and from Highway 17 rather than a place to stop and enjoy. The Santa Clara Transit Authority reviewed the draft Streetscape plan and provided comments (see Attachment 6). Upon their recommendation, the following elements were added to the plan: • Relocate existing Nicholson Avenue bus stop to the southwest side of the Bean Ave. and N. Santa Cruz Ave. intersection. This would improve general bus stop spacing and access for St. Mary's students. • Keep existing Bachman Avenue bus stop. Lengthen proposed choker at southwest corner of Bachman/ N. Santa Cruz intersection to accommodate full length of bus and allow adequate crosswalk clearance. • Maintain a six (6) inch curb on the sidewalk chokers facilitating a bus stop. The curb affords a near -level landing for those boarding and exiting a bus. The design concepts mentioned in the Streetscape Plan overview will cause a net loss of two (2) on -street parking spaces. No spaces will be lost on N. Santa Cruz Avenue. The spaces will be lost on Gray's Lane . One parking space lost on Main Street in front of the Coffee Roasting Company will give way to space for bike racks and seating area, commodities which are in high demand at that location. Below is a summary of parking spaces lost and gained: ON -STREET PARKING LOST ON -STREET PARKING GAINED SPACES & REASON 2 : South side of Gray's Lane (widen sidewalk) 2 : NW corner of N. Santa Cruz Ave. at Nicholson (remove bus stop). 1 : West side of N. Santa Cruz Ave. at Gray's Lane intersection (install choker). 1 : West side of N. Santa Cruz Ave. at Los Gatos Theater (remove bike racks). 1 : Southwest corner of N. Santa Cruz Ave. at Bachman Ave. (lengthen choker for bus stop). 1: West side of N. Santa Cruz Ave. south of Bean Ave. (reduce existing planter/seating area) 1 : South side of Main St. at University Ave. intersection (install choker). 1: Southwest corner of Bean Avenue at N. Santa Cruz Ave. (relocate bus stop) TOTAL 6 spaces lost 4 spaces gained PAGE 6 MAYOR AND TOWN COUNCIL SUBJECT: CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT STREETSCAPE PLAN March 15, 1996 D. LIGHTING AND FURNISHINGS PLAN: The consultant has illustrated more detailed features on the Lighting and Furnishings Plan (dated February 26, 1996). Below is a summary of the lighting and furnishing details: Light Fixtures: Existing and proposed Tight fixture locations are identified on the plan. Proposed sidewalk lighting will be at pedestrian scale, 10 to 12 feet in height with an estimated 10 foot radius coverage area. This lighting is located at pedestrian crossing points to heighten pedestrian safety. Signs: Locations for new locator signs are identified on the map. Included are street signs, public parking direction signs and location map signs. The location map signs are proposed for installation in public parking lots, to help with visitor orientation to downtown. Furnishings: Approximate locations are identified for benches, landscape planters, newsracks, trash receptacles, drinking fountains and bike racks. The Five Year Implementation Plan for the Central Redevelopment Project includes streetscape improvements for benches, trash receptacles and landscape planters. Newsrack locations shown on the plan indicate where permits have been applied for under the Newsrack Ordinance. E. DESIGN PROTOTYPES: The consultant has prepared six design prototypes which may be repeated throughout downtown (see Attachment 7, for sheet 6). Sheets one through five will be posted at the March 18, 1996 Council meeting. Below is a brief summary of the six prototypes: Sheet One: Gateways S. Santa Cruz Avenue median planting plan is shown on sheet one. Redwood trees are proposed, as they are reminiscent of Los Gatos history and mountain backdrop. The preliminary conceptual plan for N. Santa Cruz Avenue at Los Gatos -Saratoga Road is also included. Sheet Two: Mid -block Planter Shown in perspective and plan view. This prototype would replace the existing planters and be installed in any new planter locations. Planters include materials compatible with the built downtown. Sheet Three: Corner Choker Details This detail exemplifies a corner choker, as proposed for example, at the southeast corner of Bachman and N. Santa Cruz Avenue. Street grade at the choker would be elevated to the sidewalk grade to create a" woonerf' sidewalk design. This woonerf design would eliminate the need for curb cuts to meet ADA and Title 24 access requirements. Sheet Four: Details Planter Planter elevations and structural details illustrated. The planters will have a one foot concrete face with "Norman" brick rim and one foot high wrought iron railing. If adjacent to a parking space, the sidewalk curb where planter areas are located will be cut at a 45 degree angle. This angle allows for efficient street maintenance and ease in parking without hitting the planter. Sheet Five: Street Furniture Details including elevations of pedestrian lighting, benches as designated by the Downtown Association, trash receptacles and other furnishings. Sheet Six: Choker with Off -set Crosswalk This type of choker is proposed in front of the Los Gatos Coffee Roasting Company. It provides space for benches, a planter and bike racks. F. STREET TREE PLAN: The Street Tree Plan has been reviewed by Parks and Forestry staff and revised accordingly. The detailed Plan (dated February 27, 1996) will be posted at the March 18, 1996 Council hearing. Below is a short summary of the Plan: • Replace Holly Oaks on east side of S. Santa Cruz Ave. with Aristocrat Pears. • Replace some Holly Oaks on West Main (in front of Coffee Roasting Co.) with Town approved evergreens. • Replace Privets with Cork Oaks. • Replace Laurel trees with Aristocrats or Evergreens. PAGE 7 MAYOR AND TOWN COUNCIL SUBJECT: CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT STREETSCAPE PLAN March 15, 1996 • . Plant no additional Sycamores. New planters to be planted with standard Oleander (red). These provide color and without interfering with storefront visibility. All tree grates to conform to ADA and Title 24 requirements. G. LOS GATOS-SARATOGA ROAD MEDIAN In a related project, the Parks, Forestry and Maintenance Services Department is proposing to repair and replace the landscaping and irrigation on Los Gatos -Saratoga Road medians within the Redevelopment Area. The work includes installing drip irrigation, permanent shrubbery and uplighting for trees and electrolier banners. It also includes replacement of trees killed by frost and preparing areas for planting annuals (annuals not funded by Redevelopment Agency). CONCLUSION: The CBD Streetscape and Improvement Guidelines are consistent with the goals of the Downtown Specific Plan, Redevelopment Plan and General Plan. The Streetcape Plan, detail prototypes and street tree plan further define the standards for downtown improvements. The purpose of the Guidelines is to establish a "master plan" for public improvements in the CBD so that the design, placement and function of downtown improvements are compatible and part of a coordinated program. Improvements may be completed in phases or the Town/Agency could float a bond to complete the project entirely. The preliminary estimated cost total for implementation is $1,018,813.75 (see Attachment 11). All improvements to eliminate blight are eligible for funding by the Redevelopment Agency under the Central Los Gatos Redevelopment Plan. The preliminary conceptual plan for the N. Santa Cruz Ave. and Los Gatos -Saratoga Road intersection requires further review. It includes eliminating the free -right turns at each corner to establish better pedestrian crossing points. The right turn lane elimination affords space for planters and trees. The intersection could provide strong entry features that distinguish a gateway to downtown, as is recommended in the CBD Streetscape and Improvement Guidelines (see Attachment 1, Exhibit A Sec. IX, page 5). The Agency's approved "Adopt -a -Bench" program (see Attachment 9 for program description) may be implemented with the approval of the CBD Streetscape and Improvement Guidelines. The Agency has a list of those who are waiting to contribute funding for a bench. The Downtown Association is readily awaiting the program's implementation. Staff recommends that the Agency authorize proceeding with Part B of the contract with Paul Rodrigues. Part B includes drafting plans, specification and estimates for the planters and seating areas. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT: The CBD Streetscape Plan is a project as defined under CEQA but is Categorically exempt under Section 15301(c). A Notice of Exemption will not be filed. The Streetscape Plan was addressed by EIR's prepared for the Downtown Specific Plan and Redevelopment Plan. Streetscape Plan is an implementation measure of these two Plans. The conceptual plan for the Los Gatos -Saratoga Road and N. Santa Cruz Ave. intersection will be addressed as a separate project and an environmental assessment will be prepared. PAGE 8 MAYOR AND TOWN COUNCIL SUBJECT: CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT STREETSCAPE PLAN March 15, 1996 FISCAL IMPACT: Redevelopment Fund: 1. Part B of the contract with consultant Paul Rodrigues is explained in Attachment 13. 2. Authorize increase in expenditure budget transfer to the Balance (420-36000): Account number Current Budget 420-99100 $7,000.00 budgeted and funded (Account 4420-61004) as General Fund by $6,000.00 funded from Fund Revision $6,000.00 Revised Budget $13,000.00 General Fund: 3. Authorize increase in the revenue budget transfer from the Redevelopment Agency by $6,000.00 and authorize the following project expenditures: Account number Current Budget Revision Revised Budget 1111-49420 $7,000.00 $6,000.00 $13,000.00 Temp Salaries Temp Benefits Median repair 6033-51300 6033-52000 6033-81100 $770.00 $2,800.00 $0.00 $780.00 $120.00 $ 5,100.00 Total $6,000.00 4. Authorize reallocation from existing accouts to project as follows: Account number Current Budget Revision Contract Services 6033-61004 Group I Management 6010-51101 $20,450.00 ($1,000.00) $40,130.00 ($ 580.00) TOTAL ($1,580.00) Specific median landscaping and irrigation expenditures are as follows: Project Account # Description Budget RDALAND 51300 temp salary $780.00 RDALAND 52000 temp benefit $120.00 RDALAND 81101 20 spot lights $1,000.00 RDALAND 81102 2 timer/transformers $200.00 RDALAND 81103 low voltage $300.00 RDALAND 81104 electrical service $2,450.00 RDALAND 81105 trees $1,150.00 RDALAND 81106 annuals $1,580.00 TOTAL $7,580.00 $1,550.00 $2,920.00 $5,100.00 $9,570.00 Revised Budget $19,450.00 $39,550.00 NOTE: REDEVELOPMENT ELIGIBLE EXPENSES ARE SHOWN IN BOLD. Attachments: 1. Agency Resolution approving the Central Business District Streetscape and Improvement Guidelines and accepting the concept design for N. Santa Cruz Avenue and Los Gatos -Saratoga Road intersection (including Exhibit A, redlined version of CBD Streetscape and Improvement Guidelines). PAGE 9 MAYOR AND TOWN COUNCIL SUBJECT: CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT STREETSCAPE PLAN March 15, 1996 2. Agency Resolution approving $6,000.00 grant to the Town of Los Gatos for the repair/ replacement of landscaping and irrigation on Los Gatos -Saratoga Road and authorizing the Executive Director to execute a grant agreement with the Town of Los Gatos for the landscaping and irrigation. 3. Town Council Resolution approving the Central Business District Streetscape and Improvement Guidelines and accepting the concept design for N. Santa Cruz Avenue and Los Gatos -Saratoga Road intersection (including edited version of Exhibit A). 4. Town Council Resolution accepting $6,000.00 grant from the Los Gatos Redevelopment Agency and authorizing Town Manager to execute Grant Agreement with the Agency for landscaping and irrigation. 5. Notice to Central Business District for Streetscape Plan review 6. Letter from Transportation Agency, dated February 13, 1996 7. Design Prototype of choker with off -set crosswalk (one sheet), received 2/20/96 8. Letter from Rick Melzig, supporting Streetscape Plan, dated 26, 1996 9. Adopt -A -Bench Program description 10. Downtown Plaza Report 11. Cost Estimate for Streetscape Improvements 12. Los Gatos Weekly Times Articles, dated March 6, 1996 13. Council report regarding Paul Rodrigues contract services for Streetscape Plan preparation (dated October 12,1996) 14. Letter supporting Streetscape Plan from Los Gatos Downtown Association (received March 14, 1996) Distribution: Paul Rodrigues, Landscape Architect, 108 Locust Street #2, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 Barbara Toren, Executive Director, Downtown Association Shirley Henderson, Beautification Chair, Downtown Association Martha Tooley, Parking Commission, 117 Puestra del Sol, Los Gatos, CA 95030 Robin Tole, Chair, Los Gatos Chamber of Commerce, 180 S. Market St., San Jose, CA 95113 LEB:BL:KS N:\DEV\CNCLRPTS\DTSTRESC.APE AGENCY RESOLUTION 1996- RESOLUTION OF THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE TOWN LOS GATOS APPROVING THE CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT STREETSCAPE AND IMPROVEMENT GUIDELINES AND ACCEPTING THE CONCEPT DESIGN FOR THE N. SANTA CRUZ AVENUE AND LOS GATOS- SARATOGA ROAD INTERSECTION WHEREAS, the amended Guidelines incorporate additional American with Disabilities Act and Title 24 requirements, and changes necessitated by establishing the Streetscape Plan; and WHEREAS, the Guidelines including a Streetscape Plan, Lighting and Furnishings Plan, Street Tree Plan and Five Design Prototypes are necessary for implementing the Redevelopment Agency's Adopt -A -Bench Program; and WHEREAS, the concept design for the N. Santa Cruz Avenue and Los Gatos -Saratoga Road intersection is subject to further environmental and traffic review. RESOLVED: by the Redevelopment Agency that the Agency does hereby approve the Central Business District (CBD) Streetscape and Improvement Guidelines (redlined version shown in Exhibit A). FURTHER RESOLVED: that the Redevelopment Agency does accept the concept design for the N. Santa Cruz Avenue and Los Gatos -Saratoga Road intersection. PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Redevelopment Agency of the Town of Los Gatos, California, held on the 18th day of March, 1996, by the following vote: ATTACHMENT I AGENCY MEMBERS: AYES: NAYS: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: SIGNED: ATTEST: CHAIR OF THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY LOS GATOS, CALIFORNIA SECRETARY OF THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY LOS GATOS, CALIFORNIA N:1DEV\RDA\RESOS\CBDGUIDE.ACC CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT STREETSCAPE AND IMPROVEMENT GUIDELINES I. INTRODUCTION In May 1990, the Town Council accepted a report from the Commercial Plan Committee that included a recommendation to develop guidelines and standards for the orderly placement of street furniture and appurtenances on downtown sidewalks. These guidelines will provide the standard for the placement and location of such things as benches, trash receptacles, newspaper racks, and anything that may be placed on the public sidewalks, streets, alleys and public right-of-way in the Central Business District. II. SCOPE The standards in this document apply to the area within the boundary of the C-2 zone identified on the Town of Los Gatos Zoning Map as C-2 (Central Business District) (see Figure 1). III. PURPOSE Street furniture and appurtenances placed on street, sidewalks, alleys and other rights -of -way may unreasonably interfere or obstruct pedestrian, vehicular or bicycle use of the public travel lanes. The primary purpose of streets and sidewalks is to efficiently, safely and conveniently move people between destinations. Additionally, the Town is concerned with providing the highest level of accessibility for elderly people and satisfying the American Disabilities Act (ADA) and Title 24 requirements. There is an urgent need to provide policy for keeping streets and sidewalks safe for pedestrian travel. During the last fivc ycars The Town has been involved in several lawsuits due to serious injury caused by insecure tree wells and street furniture that was not designed with safety in mind or was placed on the sidewalk inappropriately. An ankle injury may cost the Town as much as $200,000 in costs and awards. More serious injuries have occurred in the downtown including head injuries caused by tripping over obstacles in the public right-of-way. These injuries are often permanent and debilitating. These standards are also intended to provide for clear sight distance, a clear view of traffic signs and promote the clean and orderly appearance of the downtown. IV. DEFINITIONS (1) Public right-of-way. Those areas dedicated for the public use for public purposes including but not limited to streets, parkways, alleys and sidewalks. (2) Street furniture. Includes such things, but is not limited to benches, trash and recycling receptacles, planters, newspaper racks, bicycle racks, electroliers, directional signs and similar appurtenances. V. GENERAL No person shall place or install any appurtenance into or over the public right-of-way. No person shall install or place any appurtenance into or over the public right-of-way if such appurtenance is determined to interfere with or impede the flow of pedestrian or vehicular circulation, endanger the safety persons or property, obstruct ingress or egress from any business or residence, interfere with disabled access or obstruct the use of postal service collection boxes, fire hydrants, utility meter boxes, traffic signals, crosswalks or other appurtenances permitted in the right-of-way. Any street furniture excluding newsracks purchased by a private individual, corporation or organization to be placed in the public right-of-way, becomes a donation to the Town and therefore, property of the Town of Los Gatos. The Town will endeavor to locate the donation item in the location requested by the donor. If that location does not meet all of the requirements of these guidelines, the Town reserves the right to locate the item elsewhere in the C-2 Zone. Once donated the Town has absolute control over the donated item, and may remove, relocate or dispose of the item whenever it is in the public interest to do so. Each donation shall include payment to cover installation and maintenance costs. A plaque no larger than 36 square inches may be attached to street furniture in recognition of a donation, upon approval of the Town. 1) Any appurtenance that in whole or in part is placed upon, or over any sidewalk shall: a) Only be placed near a curb or adjacent to the wall of a building; b) Not impede the growth of a Town approved tree, nor impede the use of another permitted appurtenance, or be attached to a street tree or tree grate, or placed upon a tree grate; c) Not exceed eight (8) feet in length; d) Provide a four (4) foot clearance zone between each eight (8) foot appurtenance or group of appurtenances to allow curb face access. e) Be in full compliance with any applicable ADA and Title 24 requirements. 2) No appurtenance shall be placed or installed: a) Within ten (10) feet of any marked or unmarked crosswalk as measured from the curb return (pedestal newsracks with a minimum height of fifteen inches from paved surface to bottom of newsrack may be closer to curb return - but no closer than five feet - at the discretion of the Planning Director); b) Within three (3) feet of any fire hydrant, fire call box, police call box, or other emergency facility; c) Within three (3) feet of any bench fixed parallel to curb, within four (4) feet of any bench fixed perpendicular to curb; d) Within five (5) feet of any driveway; e) Within five feet (5) of any bus stop zone; f) At any space where the clear space for the passage of pedestrians is reduced to less than six (6) feet, except that in areas where physical barriers provide for less than six feet, a clear space for passage of not less than four (4) feet may be permitted for a distance of not more than ten (10) feet with the approval of the Planning Director; Page 2 f) In a way that impedes or interferes with the reasonable use of any commercial window display; g) Within ten (14) feet of the eurh return of any whar curb pimp not in marked crosswalk;-- g) Within eighteen (18) inches from back of curb; h) Within twelve (12) inches of any accessible utility or meter flush mounted in sidewalk; i) In a way which impedes or interferes with an established path of travel related to access for persons with disabilities as defined in the ADA. 3) Non-compliance with these standards is a violation of Town Code Section 23.10.85(b)(1). VI. SIGNS (Refer to Figure No. 33-3(a) of the California Accessibility Reference Manual. May 1994, as amended ) 1) The Town shall develop a consistent public sign program for non -regulatory signs that allow the casual user to quickly orient themselves to the area. Typical sign groups are directional, traffic, street signs and public parking lot signs. 2) Sign locations shall be chosen carefully and should be consolidated when possible to reduce visual clutter. 3) The selected sign program shall be consistent throughout the Central Business District and signs shall consist of the same material, size, color and type. 4) Town signs shall use symbols instead of text as much as possible, particularly for traffic signs. 5) Town signs shall be fully compliant with ADA and Title 24 requirements. VII. LIGHTING 1) Develop cicctrolicr and strcct pedestrian scale lighting standards for the downtown. 2) Upgrade lighting intensity near crosswalks and other areas that may be potentially hazardous. VIII. STREET FURNITURE Street furniture consists of but is not limited to benches, bicycle racks, trash and recycling receptacles, planters and newspaper racks. Benches (Refer to ADA Accessibility Guidelines, July1- Section 4.33 Assembly Areas, Figure No. 45 "Minimum Clearances for Seating and Tables"). Page 3 1) Only the following bench models may be permitted in the public right-of-way in the Central Business District. All such benches shall be installed, owned and maintained by the Town of Los Gatos. , The Town established the Adopt -A -Bench program to enable any person, group, or organization to donate an approved bench to the Town. Manufacturer: Smith & Hawkin Style: Giverny Belvedere Models: #5285 (4 foot) #5806 (5 foot) #5280 (5 foot) #5807 (6 foot) #5547 (6 foot) #5808 (8 foot) Color: Natural Teakwood Manufacturer: Fair Weather Style: Plaza Models: #PL-5 (4-6 feet) #PL-1.5 (4-6 feet) Color: Mineral Bronze 2) Replace the existing planter box/seating areas along N. Santa Cruz Avenue to improve their appearance and durability and to make street parking easier. Trash and Recycling Receptacles 1) Trash and Recycling Receptacles shall be consistent in design and materials. The standard trash receptacle in the Central Business District shall be as follows: Manufacturer: Fair Weather Terra -Form, Wausau Tile, Inc. Style:, Plaza Deerfield Series Models: TF 1190 with TF1215 lid model 2) Trash and recycling receptacles shall be spaced at appropriate intervals to provide convenient disposal locations for the public and to reduce sidewalk litter. 3) Exceptions to the above type of trash receptacle may be made upon the approval of the Planning Director. Bicycle Racks 1) The Town shall remove existing publicly owned bicycle racks and encourage donations to replace existing bicycle racks throughout the Central Business District with a standard model that can be conveniently located and is easy and safe to use. 2) Bicycle racks shall not interfere with pedestrian flow and shall be easy and safe to use. Page 4 Newspaper Racks Newspaper racks provide an important public information source and are entitled to be displayed in the public right-of-way subject to Section 23.70.010 of the Town Code. Amy Newsracks must be installed in compliance with all requirements of the plan. Landscaping 1) A plan shall be developed to replace the planter boxes along N. Santa Cruz Avenue 2) Trees and landscaping shall be an integral elements of the downtown. 3) Tree grates shall be designed to meet the requirements of the ADA and Title 24 requirements and Americans with Disabilities Act Guidelines and shall be used at the base of street trees to provide tree protection and facilitate pedestrian flow and accessibility. 4) Parking lot areas shall be adequately landscaped to create a more aesthetically pleasing buffer zone between sidewalks and parking areas as well as to create distinctive parking lot entryways. Utilities 1) Continue the underground utility program. 2) Untletweiund Utility boxes, backflow devices, and other mechanical equipment shall be placed in unobtrusive locations and those above ground shall be screened from view. 3) Scrccn all above ground utility boxes. IX. FUTURE CONSIDERATIONS 1) Create distinguishing entries into downtown and other areas such as public parking lots. 2) Develop locations for pedestrian corridors that link parking areas to shopping areas. X. IMPLEMENTATION This downtown streetscape plan outlines the framework for orderly placement of street furniture and landscaping in the public right-of-way. This is intended to be the first phase of a comprehensive plan for the downtown. Phase II willbe is an expansion of this policy further defining standards for eleetroliers street furniture, pedestrian scale lighting, sidewalk design, public landscaping and public Page 5 signs. It is necessary that implementation be a combined public and private venture involving those who have a stake in the success of the Central Business District. Implementation of improvements is intended to be completed as funding, private proposals and other improvement opportunities become available. Thus, completion of improvements may be completed in phases. The overall adoption and approval of Phase II constitutes detailed guidelines for location, character and completion of streetscape improvements. Phase II was approved by the Town Council on March 18, 1996 in the form of the following documents: 1) Concept Streetscape Plan for Central Business District Improvements (dated 2/26/96). 2) Street Tree Plan for Central Business District Improvements (dated 2/27/96). 3) Lighting and Furnishings Plans for Central Business District Improvements (dated 2/26/96). 4) Six detail prototypes as follows (dated 1/27/96): a) Details: Gateways b) Mid -block Planter c) Corner Choker Detail d) Details: Planter e) Street Furniture f) Choker Detail with Off -set Crosswalk (dated 2/28/96) This policy is to be used in tandem with the goals of the General Plan, a l c Downtown Specific Plan and Redevelopment Plan. Town government can play an important role in maintaining a lively economically viable downtown, but it is essential that the private property and business owners expand their role in ensuring the long range success of downtown. N:\DEV\RDA\ I KRIST.GID Page 6 III I■IIII IIII I Central Business District t 1 Historic Districts Loa Gatos Planning tenuary 91.1995 DWG: K1. Thornton AGENCY RESOLUTION NO. RESOLUTION OF THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH PAUL RODRIGUES AND ASSOCIATES FOR CONSULTANT SERVICES TO PREPARE PHASE II OF THE CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT STREETSCAPE GUIDELINES WHEREAS, the Redevelopment Agency of the Town of Los Gatos (the "Agency") plans prepare Phase 1T of the Central Business District Streetscape Guidelines; and WHEREAS, Paul Rodrigues and Jeff Oberdorfer have expertise in Landscape Architecture and Community Planning to assist the Agency in meeting the needs of Phase II of the Central Business District Streetscape Guidelines. RESOLVED, by the Redevelopment Agency of the Town of Los Gatos, County of Santa Clara, State of California, that the Redevelopment Agency enter into an agreement as attached hereto as Exhibit A with Paul Rodrigues for Consultant Services to prepare Phase II of the Central Business District Streetscape Guidelines, and that the Executive Director is authorized, and is hereby directed, to execute said agreement in the name and on behalf of the Los Gatos Redevelopment Agency. PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Redevelopment Agency of the Town of Los Gatos, California, held on the the following vote: AGENCY MEMBERS: AYES: NAYES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: SIGNED: ATTEST: day of , 1995 by CHAIR OF THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY LOS GATOS, CALIFORNIA SECRETARY OF THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY LOS GATOS, CALIFORNIA ATTACHMENT 1 AGENCY RESOLUTION 1996- RESOLUTION OF THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS APPROVING A $6,000.00 GRANT TO THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS TO REPAIR/ REPLACE LANDSCAPING AND IRRIGATION ON LOS GATOS-SARATOGA ROAD AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO SIGN THE GRANT AGREEMENT FOR THE LANDSCAPING AND IRRIGATION WHEREAS, the existing medians constitute blight as identified in the Redevelopment Plan for the Central Los Gatos Redevelopment Project of the Town of Los Gatos; and WHEREAS, Town funds are insufficient to replace and repair the irrigation and landscaping on the Los Gatos -Saratoga Road medians; WHEREAS, an opportunity exists to create a better defined gateway to the downtown Redevelopment area by improving the medians. RESOLVED: by the Redevelopment Agency that the Agency enter into an agreement with the Town (attached hereto as Exhibit A) for the Landscaping and Irrigation Grant, and that the Executive Director is authorized, and is hereby directed, to execute the agreement in the name and on behalf of the Agency. PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Redevelopment Agency of the Town of Los Gatos this 18th day of March, 1996, by the following vote: n:\dev\rda\resogrnt.318 ATTACHMENT AGENCY MEMBERS: AYES: NAYS: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: SIGNED: ATTEST: CHAIR OF THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY LOS GATOS, CALIFORNIA SECRETARY OF THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY LOS GATOS, CALIFORNIA n:\dev\rda\resogrnt.318 2 RESOLUTION 1996- RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS APPROVING THE CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT STREETSCAPE AND IMPROVEMENT GUIDELINES AND ACCEPTING THE CONCEPT DESIGN FOR THE N. SANTA CRUZ AVENUE AND LOS GATOS- SARATOGA ROAD INTERSECTION WHEREAS, the amended Guidelines incorporate additional American with Disabilities Act and Title 24 requirements, and changes necessitated by establishing the Streetscape Plan; and WHEREAS, the Guidelines including a Streetscape Plan, Lighting and Furnishings Plan, Street Tree Plan and Five Design Prototypes are necessary for implementing the Redevelopment Agency's Adopt -A -Bench Program; and WHEREAS, the concept design for the N. Santa Cruz Avenue and Los Gatos -Saratoga Road intersection is subject to further environmental and traffic review. RESOLVED: that the Los Gatos Town Council does hereby approve the Central Business District (CBD) Streetscape and Improvement Guidelines (as shown in Exhibit A). FURTHER RESOLVED: that the Los Gatos Town Council does accept the concept design for the N. Santa Cruz Avenue and Los Gatos -Saratoga Road intersection. FURTHER RESOLVED: that the Los Gatos Town Council does hereby rescind the CBD Streetscape and Improvement Guidelines adopted by Resolution 1995-26 on February 21, 1995. PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Town Council of the Town of Los Gatos, California, held on the 18th day of March, 1996, by the following vote: ATTACHMENT 3 COUNCIL MEMBERS: AYES: NAYS: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: SIGNED: /s/ Patrick O'Laughlin MAYOR OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS LOS GATOS, CALIFORNIA ATTEST: /s/ Marian V. Cosgrove CLERK OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS LOS GATOS, CALIFORNIA N:1DE VIRESOS1CBDGUIDE. I &2 CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT STREETSCAPE AND IMPROVEMENT GUIDELINES I. INTRODUCTION In May 1990, the Town Council accepted a report from the Commercial Plan Committee that included a recommendation to develop guidelines and standards for the orderly placement of street furniture and appurtenances on downtown sidewalks. These guidelines will provide the standard for the placement and location of such things as benches, trash receptacles, newspaper racks, and anything that may be placed on the public sidewalks, streets, alleys and public right-of-way in the Central Business District. IL SCOPE The standards in this document apply to the area within the boundary of the C-2 zone identified on the Town of Los Gatos Zoning Map as C-2 (Central Business District) (see Figure 1). III. PURPOSE Street furniture and appurtenances placed on street, sidewalks, alleys and other rights -of -way may unreasonably interfere or obstruct pedestrian, vehicular or bicycle use of the public travel lanes. The primary purpose of streets and sidewalks is to efficiently, safely and conveniently move people between destinations. Additionally, the Town is concerned with providing the highest level of accessibility for elderly people and satisfying the American Disabilities Act (ADA) and Title 24 requirements. There is an urgent need to provide policy for keeping streets and sidewalks safe for pedestrian travel. The Town has been involved in several lawsuits due to serious injury caused by insecure tree wells and street furniture that was not designed with safety in mind or was placed on the sidewalk inappropriately. An ankle injury may cost the Town as much as $200,000 in costs and awards. More serious injuries have occurred in the downtown including head injuries caused by tripping over obstacles in the public right-of-way. These injuries are often permanent and debilitating. These standards are also intended to provide for clear sight distance, a clear view of traffic signs and promote the clean and orderly appearance of the downtown. IV. DEFINITIONS (1) Public right-of-way. Those areas dedicated for the public use for public purposes including but not limited to streets, parkways, alleys and sidewalks. (2) Street furniture. Includes such things, but is not limited to benches, trash and recycling receptacles, planters, newspaper racks, bicycle racks, electroliers, directional signs and similar appurtenances. EXHBT A V. GENERAL No person shall place or install any appurtenance into or over the public right-of-way. No person shall install or place any appurtenance into or over the public right-of-way if such appurtenance is determined to interfere with or impede the flow of pedestrian or vehicular circulation, endanger the safety persons or property, obstruct ingress or egress from any business or residence, interfere with disabled access or obstruct the use of postal service collection boxes, fire hydrants, utility meter boxes, traffic signals, crosswalks or other appurtenances permitted in the right-of-way. Any street furniture excluding newsracks purchased by a private individual, corporation or organization to be placed in the public right-of-way, becomes a donation to the Town and therefore, property of the Town of Los Gatos. The Town will endeavor to locate the donation item in the location requested by the donor. If that location does not meet all of the requirements of these guidelines, the Town reserves the right to locate the item elsewhere in the C-2 Zone. Once donated the Town has absolute control over the donated item, and may remove, relocate or dispose of the item whenever it is in the public interest to do so. Each donation shall include payment to cover installation and maintenance costs. A plaque no larger than 36 square inches may be attached to street furniture in recognition of a donation, upon approval of the Town. 1) Any appurtenance that in whole or in part is placed upon, or over any sidewalk shall: a) Only be placed near a curb or adjacent to the wall of a building; b) Not impede the growth of a Town approved tree, nor impede the use of another permitted appurtenance, or be attached to a street tree or tree grate, or placed upon a tree grate; c) Not exceed eight (8) feet in length; d) Provide a four (4) foot clearance zone between each eight (8) foot appurtenance or group of appurtenances to allow curb face access. e) Be in full compliance with any applicable ADA and Title 24 requirements. 2) No appurtenance shall be placed or installed: a) Within ten (10) feet of any marked or unmarked crosswalk as measured from the curb return (pedestal newsracks with a minimum height of fifteen inches from paved surface to bottom of newsrack may be closer to curb return - but no closer than five feet - at the discretion of the Planning Director); b) Within three (3) feet of any fire hydrant, fire call box, police call box, or other emergency facility; c) Within three (3) feet of any bench fixed parallel to curb, within four (4) feet of any bench fixed perpendicular to curb; d) Within five (5) feet of any driveway; e) Within five feet (5) of any bus stop zone; f) At any space where the clear space for the passage of pedestrians is reduced to less than six (6) feet, except that in areas where physical barriers provide for less than six feet, a clear space for passage of not less than four (4) feet may be permitted for a distance of not more than ten (10) feet with the approval of the Planning Director; Page 2 f) In a way that impedes or interferes with the reasonable use of any commercial window display; g) Within eighteen (18) inches from back of curb; h) Within twelve (12) inches of any accessible utility or meter flush mounted in sidewalk; i) In a way which impedes or interferes with an established path of travel related to access for persons with disabilities as defined in the ADA. 3) Non-compliance with these standards is a violation of Town Code Section 23.10.85(b)(1). VI. SIGNS (Refer to Figure No. 33-3(a) of the California Accessibility Reference Manual. May 1994. as amended ) 1) The Town shall develop a consistent public sign program for non -regulatory signs that allow the casual user to quickly orient themselves to the area. Typical sign groups are directional, traffic, street signs and public parking lot signs. 2) Sign locations shall be chosen carefully and should be consolidated when possible to reduce visual clutter. 3) The selected sign program shall be consistent throughout the Central Business District and signs shall consist of the same material, size, color and type. 4) Town signs shall use symbols instead of test as much as possible, particularly for traffic signs. 5) Town signs shall be fully compliant with ADA and Title 24 requirements. VII. LIGHTING 1) Develop pedestrian scale lighting standards for the downtown. 2) Upgrade lighting intensity near crosswalks and other areas that may be potentially hazardous. VIII. STREET FURNITURE Street furniture consists of but is not limited to benches, bicycle racks, trash and recycling receptacles, planters and newspaper racks. Benches (Refer to ADA Accessibility Guidelines, Section 4.33 Assembly Areas, Figure No. 45 "Minimum Clearances for Seating and Tables"). Page 3 1) Only the following bench models may be permitted in the public right-of-way in the Central Business District. All such benches shall be installed, owned and maintained by the Town of Los Gatos. The Town established the Adopt -A -Bench program to enable any person, group, or organization to donate an approved bench to the Town. Manufacturer: Smith & Hawkin Style: Giverny Belvedere Models: #5285 (4 foot) #5806 (5 foot) #5280 (5 foot) #5807 (6 foot) #5547 (6 foot) #5808 (8 foot) Color: Natural Teakwood Manufacturer: Fair Weather Style: Plaza Models: #PL-5 (4-6 feet) #PL-1.5 (4-6 feet) Color: Mineral Bronze 2) Replace the existing planter /seating areas along N. Santa Cruz Avenue to improve their appearance and durability and to make street parking easier. Trash and Recycling Receptacles 1) Trash and Recycling Receptacles shall be consistent in design and materials. The standard trash receptacle in the Central Business District shall be as follows: Manufacturer: Terra -Form, Wausau Tile, Inc. Style: Deerfield Series Models: TF 1190 with TF1215 lid model 2) Trash and recycling receptacles shall be spaced at appropriate intervals to provide convenient disposal locations for the public and to reduce sidewalk litter. 3) Exceptions to the above type of trash receptacle may be made upon the approval of the Planning Director. Bicycle Racks 1) The Town shall remove existing publicly owned bicycle racks and encourage donations to replace existing bicycle racks throughout the Central Business District with a standard model that can be conveniently located and is easy and safe to use. 2) Bicycle racks shall not interfere with pedestrian flow and shall be easy and safe to use. Page 4 Newspaper Racks Newspaper racks provide an important public information source and are entitled to be displayed in the public right-of-way subject to Section 23.70.010 of the Town Code. Newsracks must be installed in compliance with all requirements of the plan. Landscaping 1) A plan shall be developed to replace the planter boxes along N. Santa Cruz Avenue . 2) Trees and landscaping shall be integral elements of the downtown. 3) Tree grates shall be designed to meet the requirements of the ADA and Title 24 requirements and shall be used at the base of street trees to provide tree protection and facilitate pedestrian flow and accessibility. 4) Parking lot areas shall be adequately landscaped to create a more aesthetically pleasing buffer zone between sidewalks and parking areas as well as to create distinctive parking lot entryways. Utilities 1) Continue the underground utility program. 2) Utility boxes, backflow devices, and other mechanical equipment shall be placed in unobtrusive locations and those above ground shall be screened from view. IX. FUTURE CONSIDERATIONS 1) Create distinguishing entries into downtown and other areas such as public parking lots. 2) Develop locations for pedestrian corridors that link parking areas to shopping areas. X. IMPLEMENTATION This downtown streetscape plan outlines the framework for orderly placement of street furniture and landscaping in the public right-of-way. This is intended to be the first phase of a comprehensive plan for the downtown. Phase II is an expansion of this policy further defining standards for street furniture, pedestrian scale lighting, sidewalk design, public landscaping and public signs. It is necessary that implementation be a combined public and private venture involving those who have a stake in the success of the Central Business District. Implementation of improvements is intended to be completed as funding, private proposals and other improvement opportunities become available. Thus, completion of improvements may be completed in phases. Page 5 The overall adoption and approval of Phase II constitutes detailed guidelines for location, character and completion of streetscape improvements. Phase II was approved by the To Council on March 18, 1996 in the form of the following documents: 1) Concept Streetscape Plan for Central Business District Improvements (dated 2/26/96). 2) Street Tree Plan for Central Business District Improvements (dated 2/27/96). 3) Lighting and Furnishings Plans for Central Business District Improvements (dated 2/26/96). 4) Six detail prototypes as follows (dated 1/27/96): a) Details: Gateways b) Mid -block Planter c) Corner Choker Detail d) Details: Planter e) Street Furniture f) Choker Detail with Off -set Crosswalk (dated 2/28/96) This policy is to be used in tandem with the goals of the General Plan, Downtown Specific Plan and Redevelopment Plan. Town government can play an important role in maintaining a economically viable downtown, but it is essential that the private property and business owners expand their role in ensuring the long range success of downtown. N: \DEV\RDAICBDGUIDE.2 Page 6 ■i■!II I■f Central Business District Historic Districts Los cetoe Plann1zQ January 91.1995 DWG: KJ. Thoratoo RESOLUTION 1996- RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS ACCEPTING $6,000.00 GRANT FROM THE LOS GATOS REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY TO REPAIR/ REPLACE LANDSCAPING AND IRRIGATION ON LOS GATOS- SARATOGA ROAD AND AUTHORIZING THE TOWN MANAGER TO EXECUTE GRANT AGREEMENT WITH THE LOS GATOS AGENCY FOR THE LANDSCAPING AND IRRIGATION WHEREAS, the existing medians constitute blight as identified in the Redevelopment Plan for the Central Los Gatos Redevelopment Project of the Town of Los Gatos; and WHEREAS, Town funds are insufficient to replace and repair the irrigation and landscaping on the Los Gatos -Saratoga Road medians; and WHEREAS, an opportunity exists to create a better defined gateway to the downtown Redevelopment area by improving the medians. RESOLVED: by the Los Gatos Town Council that the Town enter into an agreement with the Los Gatos Redevelopment Agency (attached hereto as Exhibit A) for the Landscaping and Irrigation Grant and does hereby accept the $6,000.00 grant from the Redevelopment Agency to repair/replace landscaping and irrigation on Los Gatos -Saratoga Road. RESOLVED: that the Town Manager is authorized, and is hereby directed, to execute the agreement for the Landscaping and Irrigation Grant. PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Town Council of the Town of Los Gatos, California, held on the 18th day of March, 1996, by the following vote: ATTACHMENT 4 COUNCIL MEMBERS: AYES: NAYS: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: SIGNED: ATTEST: MAYOR OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS LOS GATOS, CALIFORNIA CLERK OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS LOS GATOS, CALIFORNIA N:\DEV\RESOS\GRANTLG. SAR TOWN OF Los GATOS Civic CENTER 110 E. MAIN STREET P.O. Box 949 Los GADS, CA 95031 HELP CREATE A STREETSCAPE PLAN FOR THE CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT As part of the Downtown Beautification Program, the Los Gatos Redevelopment Agency has hired consultants to expand the existing Cental Business District Streetscape Plan to address the following issues: 1. Location and design of new landscape planters, trash receptacles, benches, light fixtures, drinking fountains, and bicycle racks. 2. Landscape theme for planters and street trees. 3. Increased lighting for pedestrians. 4. Signs directing people to parking, Civic Center, etc. 5. Possible locations for wider sidewalks. 6. Gateways to the Central Business District The consultants, Paul Rodrigues and Jeff Orberdorfer, will present several conceptual design plans at a public meeting and you are encouraged to attend. THE TOWN NEEDS YOUR COMMENTS AND IDEAS!! MEETING DATE: TUESDAY - NOVEMBER 14, 1995 TIME: 5:30 - 6:30 P.M. LOCATION: COUNCIL CHAMBERS - 110 E. MAIN STREET, LOS GATOS If you have any questions, please contact Bud Lortz, Redevelopment Manager, at (408) 354-6867. N:1DEV\RDAINOTICE tl l P TACHME S I INCORPORATED AUGUST 10,1887 CP 7wATransportatic.., Agency Santa Clara County Bus, Light Rail, Czrgesiion Management 3331 North First Street San Jose, CA 95134-1906 February 13, 1996 Town of Los Gatos Planning Department P.O. Box 949 San Jose, CA 95031 Attention: Bud Lortz, Redevelopment Manager Subject: Los Gatos Central Business District Improvement Project Dear Mr. Lortz: FEB 15 1393 io WA/ OF LOS OS PLANN,NG DEPART ENT As requested at our meeting on February 2, Santa Clara County Transit District staff have developed recommendations for transit improvements on North Santa Cruz Avenue in conjunction with the above referenced project. We have also researched issues posed by the project relative to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Optimal Bus Stop Locations We were asked to recommend optimal bus stop locations along North Santa Cruz Avenue between Highway 9 and West Main Street. We recommend two bus stops -- one at Bachman Avenue and one at Bean Avenue. We are flexible on the location of a bus stop at Bachman Avenue. Either far -side or near -side of the intersection is acceptable. At the existing far -side location, the bus stop would require a bulb that extends 45 feet beyond the pedestrian crosswalk to allow adequate clearance. As indicated during our meeting, buses must not encroach on pedestrian crosswalks while servicing bus stops. If the bus stop were relocated to near -side of the Bachman Avenue intersection, the bulb could be reduced to 35 feet in length before the crosswalk (see marked - up plan, enclosed). We recommend relocation of the existing Nicholson Avenue bus stop to far -side of Bean Avenue. Tnis would improve general bus stop spacing and access for students of St. Mary's School on Bean Avenue. The existing streetscape planter east of the intersection could be replaced by the new bus bulb. ADA Issues We offer the following discussion concerning the compatibility of the proposed design with ADA requirements: The distance between ground level and the first step of a bus is 15 inches in the front and 16 inches in the rear. The Transit District is seriously considering the purchase of low -floor buses in the near future. Low -floor buses are not equipped with lifts. Rather, they deploy ramps to board and deboard wheelchairs. If a bus stop has a standard 6-inch curb, the boarding is almost level. The slope of a ramp reaching down to ground level would be substantial. ATTACHMENT 6 Town of Los Gatos Page 2 February 13, 1996 Regarding the tapered sidewalk (curb), the ADA requirement for truncated domes at hazardous vehicular areas, while currently suspended, has not been finally resolved. Placement of a long curb ramp may require installation of truncated domes at some point in the future. Construction of a curb ramp sloping upward from street to sidewalk level, instead of a standard curb and bus platform, may pose difficulty with boarding for frail seniors and persons with disabilities. Also, it ta flat surface n iso that the wheelchair lifts on our existing vehicles function correctly when t. Notwithstanding the above discussion, we do not oppose bulbing out the bus stops on North Santa Cruz Avenue. Such a design may actually assist our operation by eliminating the delays presently incurred by buses reentering the flow of traffic. Our only concern is with the proposed tapered sidewalks. It would seem that tapered sidewalks only make sense if the intent is to facilitate pedestrians crossing the street. However, it is not acceptable for our buses to encroach on pedestrian crosswalks while servicing the stops. Consequently, the tapers would appear to have no purpose. In addition, the tapered curb would provide no deterrent for vehicles and buses jumping the curb; they may cause a potential situation in which wheelchairs could roll into the traffic lane in the event of brake failure or inattention: and they could cause a potential problem for wheelchair lift deployment, as the mechanism requires a relatively level surface to operate properly. In summary, to maintain safety and convenience for boarding and deboarding passengers, we recommend that the sidewalk bulbs for bus stops be provided with a standard 6-inch curb measured from the flow line. f We would like to express our appreciation ou have any questions or the on fo�require additional rts of Los Gatos nforma aona transit considerations for this project y please call Julie Render of my staff at (408) 321-5779. Sincerely, Thorrmas R ntree Environmental Program Manager TDR:JR:kh Attachment cc: Lee Bowman, Planning Director, Town of Los Gatos Bill Capps, Service Planning Kiyo Ushino, Facilities Design Jim Unites/Ron Wong, Operations Planning Jim Lightbody, Planning & Programming jr939 - - - ATTACHMENT A. F. (Risk) Melzig Professional Services 340 Bella Vista Ave. • Los Gatos, CA 95032 (408) 356-0710 • Fax (408) 356-1950 February 26, 1996 Mr. Lee E. Bowman Planning Director Town of Los Gatos 110 East Main Street Los Gatos, CA 95032 Dear Lee: RE - r TOWN OF LOS GATOS PLANNING DEPARTMENT Sy My first reaction to your presentation of the Downtown Streetscape Plan at the study session Saturday was extremely favorable. It became even better as I had a chance to look at the drawings up close and chat with you at the lunch break. The plan was very much in my mind as I strolled Los Gatos on my bike later that afternoon. I particularly like the concept of the center medians south of Main Street. I stood at Wood Rd. looking north and visualized a half dozen redwoods filling the sky between the commercial buildings on the west side and the post office and lots on the east. I loved the view. It certainly enlarges the sense of the Town Plaza and I'm sure will maintain the counterpoint of the Plaza's redwoods and the two big palms in front of Lyndon Plaza. The masonry planters will provide the opportunity to plant larger trees and perhaps offset the rather unsuccessful little ones planted along the sidewalks after the hard frost a few years ago (providing, of course, that all of the trees are maintained properly). I do request, however, that a great deal of thought be given to car and bike traffic issues. Constricting Santa Cruz Avenue to discourage commuters from passing through is a worthy objective, but please be mindful of the "users" of downtown: those of us that do errands during the day that involve north/south trips, and those of us who stroll by bike. I was riding next to one of the existing planters when one of the (typically empty) behemoth buses came upon me. Believe, there isn't a lot of extra width today. Tightening the intersection at Bachman is a good idea. Many drivers appear confused as to the appropriate yield pattern, particularly left turns from Bachman (in both directions). Making Grays Lane one way will reduce the likelihood of doing the crime of inadvertently turning out of a lot towards University after 10 pm. When the sidewalks are widened it ought to be possible to improve the look of all of that masonry on the sides of the art shop and the brew pub. ATTACHMENT 8 Mr. Lee E. Bowman Page 2 February 26, 1996 But I am not so sure that loosing the free right turn from northbound South Santa Cruz onto East Main is such a great idea. It peels off the stream heading toward University, the high school and the east part of town. I do not see what would be gained by slowing down that flow. Even the existing painted triangle island is probably big enough for a good-sized tree. Also, as we discussed briefly, there needs to be a safe/legal turn around for drivers parked southbound in front of #1 Broadway and the hardware store who wish to turn around and head back into town. The Wood Rd. intersection just south of the first new island is probably the place although there is the potential problem of making a U-turn in front of traffic roaring in from the freeway. As a final thought for this letter... Have you considered a well publicized "walk" a'la' Scott's parking lot tour last Fall? Perhaps you could have some of the new islands outlined in marking paint (green, of course) and hand out color renderings. The downtown association and the service clubs perhaps could help get a turnout; maybe even make it a minor "event". It is too late to use it as subtitle PR for the utility tax vote? Obviously, there's a lot more to the plan than I took in at first look, but simply put, I think it's great. Please let me know how I can contribute in my roll as an interested Los Gatian. Sinrely, C1�� R' Melzig TOWN OF LOS GATOS ADOPT -A -BENCH PROGRAM Program Description: The Town of Los Gatos established the Adopt -A -Bench Program to increase public interest in the downtown and to create a way for individuals and businesses to contribute donations towards the cost of new benches and trash receptacles. The Program creates a public / private partnership that combines matching funds from the Los Gatos Redevelopment Agency with each donation. Costs: The total cost (i.e. item cost, tax, freight. maintenance, installation) for each bench and trash receptacle will be shared by the donor and Redevelopment Agency. The donor will contribute 60% and the Redevelopment Agency will contribute 40%. The Agency will provide the matching funds in the form of a grant to the Town. The Town will create an Adopt -A -Bench designated account for all donations and the Agency grant funds will be placed in a fixed asset purchase account. When a donation is made to the Town and the item is ordered, the Agency's contribution will be transferred to the designated account. The account will provide a funding source for the Department of Parks, Forestry and Maintenance Services (PFM) to purchase, install, and maintain the benches and trash receptacles. If theAgency is unable to fund a grant or the grant funds have been exhausted, the donor may pay the total cost of the item. Terms and Conditions of Donation: All donors will sign an Acknowledgement Form describing the terms and conditions of the donation including the Town's maintenance responsibilities. The Acknowledgement Form indicates that the Town will provide routine maintenance and repair of the bench / trash receptacle but the public interest or limitations on public monies may cause the Town to relocate or otherwise dispose of the item. Each donor may request that a brass plaque with a personalized inscription be affixed to the bench or trash receptacle. Guidelines: Each donor may sponsor a specific bench or trash receptacle by selecting the item from the Central Business District Streetscape and Improvement Guidelines. The Guidelines establish the Town's standards for the streetscape improvements including the manufacturer, model, and specifications for installation. The Donor may identify the preferred location for the item. The Town will install the item as close as possible to the preferred location but the exact location is specified by the Streetscape Guidelines. N:\DEV\RDA\BENCH? ATTACHMENT 9 ADOPT -A -BENCH PROGRAM DONOR ACKNOWLEDGEMENT FORM , hereinafter Donor, acknowledges that Donor has read and understood the information contained in the attached document entitled, "Town of Los Gatos Adopt -A -Bench Program." 1. Donor wishes a plaque to be affixed to the bench / trash receptacle that Donor has selected that is to read as follows: 2. The Town intends to purchase and install the bench / trash receptacle generally in the location shown on the attached map. The Town also intends to perform routine maintenance and repair on the item after installation. 3. Donor understands that after installation, the Town has sole discretion to relocate or remove the bench / trash receptacle, and while the Town presently intends to maintain the item in its current location for the foreseeable future, the public interest or limitations on public monies may cause the Town to relocate the item or otherwise dispose of the item. 4. Donor has no liability for the bench / trash receptacle following Donor's donation, and the Town agrees to hold the Donor harmless from all damages, liabilities, penalties, costs, or expenses in law or equity that may at any time arise or be set up because of damages to property or personal injury arising from the purchase, placement, or maintenance of the bench / trash receptacle. Donor's Signature Address N:1DEV\RDA \BENCH2 M E M ORANDUM OFFICE OF THE MAYOR To: Town Council From: Patrick O'Laughlin, Mayor Subject: Town Plaza Task Force Final Report Date: October 6, 1995 The Task Force has met several times since February, 1995 to study ways of enhancing the Plaza as the visual and physical center of our community. The members, representing a wide range of community interests, have come to consensus on the following points: 1. The Town Plaza is a wonderful resource and serves the community very well. Improvements to the Plaza must be made carefully to maintain its function and ambiance. 2. Additional parking near the Plaza is highly desirable. The Task Force requested a review of parking spaces on Montebello and the location of the Post Office drop boxes to see if more space could be provided. As a result, five new spaces have been made available at no cost. The Committee considered adding a row of diagonal parking along the eastern edge of the Plaza but rejected this idea. 3. Narth Santa Cruz Avenue should be visually extended southward. This could be accomplished by narrowing South Santa Cruz Avenue between Main and Broadway to allow expansion of the park. 4. An eastbound turn lane onto Main Street from northbound South Santa Cruz Avenue should be maintained. 5. Town Council should pursue eliminating the South Santa Cruz bus stop. It should also pursue changes to the schedule which would eliminate bus layovers at the Plaza. Page 1 of 2 ATTACHMENT 10 DOWNTOWN STREETSCAPE PLAN DRAFT COST ESTIMATE 1 Mid -Block Planters and Crosswalks 2. Street Corner "On -Grade" Bulb Outs 3. Lighting - Pedestrian Sidewalk Lights 4. Furnishings a. Benches b. Drinking Fountains c. Trash Containers d. Bicycle Parking (8 locations) allowance e. News Racks - allowance f Bollards - allowance 5. Street Trees a. Move Magnolias - allowance b. New Street Trees - allowance c. Tree grates for trees in sidewalk 6. Gray's Lane Sidewalks 7. S. Santa Cruz Avenue (Gateway Median) - allowance 8. Additional Handicapped Ramps 9. Signs a. Street Signs b. Parking Lots c. Location Maps d. Welcome Signs 10. Median @ E. Main - Stamped Paving SUBTOTAL CONTINGENCY (15%) ESTIMATED TOTAL N:\DEV\RDAICOST. WPD 14 @ $32,650.00 8 @ $9,725.00 36 @ $3,000.00 40 6 30 8 16 10 12 30 15 15 1600 $750.00 $2,500.00 $600.00 $1, 000.00 $2,000.00 $150.00 $2,000.00 $150.00 $300.00 $2,400.00 $20.00 6 @ $2,200.00 $457,100.00 $77,800.00 $108, 000.00 $30,000.00 $15, 000.00 $18,000.00 $ 8, 000.00 $32,000.00 $1,500.00 $24,000.00 $4,500.00 $4,500.00 $36,000.00 $32,000.00 $13,200.00 19 @ $250.00 $4,750.00 9 @ $75.00 $675.00 8 @ $800.00 $6,400.00 2 @ $2,500.00 $5,000.00 750 @ $10.00 $7,500.00 $885,925.00 $132,888.75 $1,018,813.75 ATTACHMENT 11 MARCH 6,1996 de im !ems Cato5 7Imes* //./15/03/ Mgr € /9qs Streetscape addresses economic concerns 0 n March 26, Los Gatos voters will go to the polls to decide whether to impose a 2 percent utility -users tax on themselves. Neither those who favor the tax nor those who oppose it believe it will bring long- term relief to the town's economic woes. Those who favor the measure say it will buy the town breathing room it needs to implement a program of economic development which, in turn, will build l� the foundation for a ,1 it,orta �`strong economic (�L�l �`7 future. } — r- ' '� With the unveiling of its streetscape plan for downtown, the town has taken an important step in that direction. At face value, the plan may look like much ado about where to put benches and posies. The streetscape plan, however, is a blueprint for maintaining the charm of the downtown area, which, no one has failed to notice, has fallen into disrepair. While other cities have tried, with some success, to create downtowns as part of their economic development strategies, Los Gatos already has a downtown adored by residents and visitors alike. To risk losing one of Los Gatos' strongest assets would be utter folly. But without serious attention, it could be lost. Investing redevelopment dollars into the streetscape plan is an example of economic development at its best. While there's value in attracting new business as part of an economic development strategy, the foundation —especially in a community that already boasts a popular downtown —must be support of the businesses that are already here. The beauty of having a blueprint is that it won't be necessary to wait until all the funding is in place before work can begin. Volunteer efforts, including the purchase of benches, won't have to be put on hold. Work can be done a little at a time without risking a result that looks like a hodgepodge. ATTACHMENT 12 STREETS CAPE PLAN READY FOR UNVEILING By DALE BRYANT The streetscape plan that will be presented to the Town Council March 18 may look like a formula to enhance the beauty of downtown, but at its heart, it's a bottom -line measure intended to enhance the business dis- trict's economic development. Everything about it —from the red- wood trees in the median in front of the Toll House to the crosswalk lights that will shine down on pedestrians — is intended to encourage pedestrians to come to downtown and stay a while. The $9,000 design by Santa Cruz landscape architect Paul Rodrigues is Phase II of the streetscape plan. The first phase was a decision on stan- dards for benches and trash recepta- cles. The Redevelopment Agency, created following the 1989 Loma Pri- eta earthquake to assist in the recov- ery of the downtown business district, footed the bill for the design. Among the design elements in the plan are: • Medians on S. Santa Cruz Avenue toslowtraffic coming off the freeway; • New concrete planters to replace the current wooden ones. The new planters will be set back farther from the street than are the wooden ones and will run from Highway 9 down N. Santa Cruz Avenue, to be repeat- ed at the corner of Main Street and University Avenue and again at Main and College Avenue; • Improved street lighting, with an emphasis on illuminating pedes- trian crosswalks; • A planned pattern for crosswalks; • The conversion of several side streets into one-way streets and widening of the sidewalks on those streets. A second part of the plan calls for dramatic changes at the corner of Highway 9 and N. Santa Cruz Avenue, but because those changes will require an environmental plan, it will be considered separately, so as not to slow down the momentum on the first part of the plan, according to Planning Director Lee Bowman. Proposed changes at that corner include landscaping and the elimi- nation of free right turns. Once the first part of Phase II is approved, work can begin in bits and pieces, according to Bowman. A number of local citizens have already responded to an appeal by the Los Gatos Downtown Associa- tion to adopt benches, but until the plan, including location of benches, is adopted, benches cannot be placed. Bowman said he hopes not only benches, but trash receptacles will nigh he arinnted by Inca! riti7enc AGENCY AGENDA DATE 10/16/95 ITEM NO. Q_ 9 TOWN OF LOS GATOS AGENCY AGENDA REPORT DATE: October 12, 1995 TO: CHAIR AND MEMBERS OF THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY FROM: EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR SUBJECT: 1. ADOPT RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO EXECUTE AGREEMENT WITH PAUL RODRIGUES TO PREPARE PHASE II OF THE CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT STREETSCAPE GUIDELINES 2. AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF $20,987.50 FROM CAPITAL TO CONTRACT SERVICES. RECOMMENDATION: 1. Adopt resolution authorizing Executive Director to execute agreement with Paul Rodrigues to prepare Phase II of the Central Business District Streetscape Guidelines. 2. Authorize transfer of $20,987.50 from Capital to Contract Services. BACKGROUND: On February 21, 1995, the Town Council adopted Phase I of the Central Business District Streetscape and Improvement Guidelines. The Guidelines (Phase I) provide standards for installing public improvements such as benches, trash receptacles, and newspaper racks in the Central Business District (CBD). The CBD is located within the Central Los Gatos Redevelopment Project Area and the Guidelines must be completed before the Agency can implement projects identified in the Five -Year Implementation Plan. Phase II will address improvements such as landscape planters, street lights, and public signs and include a map that shows the location of all improvements. The purpose of the Guidelines is to establish a "master plan" for public improvements in the CBD so that the design, placement and function of downtown improvements are compatible and part of a coordinated program. The Guidelines will prevent construction of an improvement that is later found to be in conflict with another improvement. For example. it will prevent installing a street tree where a street light will be located. It is not intended that all the improvements be constructed immediately. The purpose of the Guidelines is to coordinate public improvements in the CBD, whether constructed by the private sector as part of project or by the Town as part of the Capital Improvement Program. Due to limited funding it is anticipated that the improvements will be completed in phases over an extended period of time and it may take many years before all of the improvements are completed. (Continued on page 2) PREPARED BY: BUD N. LORTZ Redevelopment Manager BL:cs 10/12/95 4:02 pm N:lDEW2DAIRODRIGUE.RPT Attachments: See page 3 for list of attachments. Reviewed by: , General Counsel Finance Director AGENCY ACTION/ACTION DIRECTED TO: ATTACHMENT 1.3 LOS GATOS DOWNTOWN ASSOCIATION ROOM 205, NEIGHBORHOOD CENTER To: Bud Lortz, Planning Department Re: Streetscape Plan The Los Gatos Downtown Association Beautification Committee worked two and a half years on a Streetscape Plan for Santa Cruz Ave. We have investigated benches, trash receptacles, and have spent countless hours to assure that the street furniture chosen would be of the highest quality, with the best prices, and most befitting (he charm of our Downtown. We also desired a unified look for the entire Santa Cruz Ave. We interviewed streetscape designers to hear their vision of planters and the total streetscape design so work would not be done piece -meal, but all aspects would be considered and prioritized. (First, we dealt successfully with newspaper racks). Finally, our committment to beautification is becoming a reality. We sun fort the plan of the streetscape design as presented at the Town Council Meeting, Marc 18. We would like to thank the Redevelopment Agency for supporting our dedicated efforts. Sincerely, Shirley l-ienderson Beautification Chair Barbra Toren Executive Director A^TACHME!T 14 INTERNAL TRACKING ieig%ty DEPTMENT: AGENDA ITEM: RESO/ORD NUMBER: ,\ 6 DATE BY LIST IN BOOK di ON DISC OR SHARE. FORM SENT TO DEPT. PUBLISH IF REQUIRED - Date of Publication ORDINANCES ONLY WHEN SIGNATURE AND /s/ COPY (1 EACH) returned, LIST ON SIGNATURE TRACKING & SEND TO MAYOR 3 9.- / - MAIL TO DISTRIBUTION LIST NO.of COPIES:.3/al PROOF OF MAILING PREPARED SIGN BY CLERK/SEAL ENTER INTO ECM ORDINANCE/RESOLUTION FILE FILE IN VAULT CODIFICATION IF ORDINANCE clk:d16:1ocher \ordresl INTERNAL TRACKING /J4,e:q6 4t? DEPTMENT: AGENDA ITEM: /e--J ag& taLe RESO/ORD NUMBER: DATE BY LIST IN BOOK . w ON DISC OR SHARE. FORM SENT TO DEPT. PUBLISH IF REQUIRED - Date of Publication ORDINANCES ONLY WHEN SIGNATURE AND /s/ COPY (1 EACH) returned, LIST ON SIGNATURE TRACKING & SEND TO MAYOR MAIL TO DISTRIBUTION LIST j� NO.of COPIES: PROOF OF MAILING PREPARED �� --- ___-- SIGN BY CLERK/SEAL `' ENTER INTO ECM ORDINANCE/RESOLUTION FILE FILE IN VAULT CODIFICATION IF ORDINANCE c clk:d16:\other\ordred2 OFFICE OF THE TOWN CLERK ORDINANCES & RESOLUTIONS ORIGINATING DEPT: COUNCIL AGENDA DATE: COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM: SUBJECT: PLANNING 03/18/96 R-3 RESOLUTION Number: 1996-30 Date of Adopt: 03/18/96 COUNCIL ACTION: AYES: NAYS: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: ALL TOWN COUNCIL (B) LANDSCAPING & IRR. �7U Number: Date of Intro: Date of Adopt: ZONE CHANGE: COUNCIL MEMBERS NAMES: ORDINANCE Joanne Benjamin, Steven Blanton, Linda Lubeck, Patrick O'Laughlin Mayor(or Chairman) RANDY ATTAWAY ORDINANCES and RESOLUTIONS MUST BE RETURNED TO TOWN CLERK BY WEDNESDAY AT 12 NOON. ORDINANCES MUST BE READY FOR IMMEDIATE PUBLICATION OFFICE OF THE TOWN CLERK ORDINANCES & RESOLUTIONS ORIGINATING DEPT: COUNCIL AGENDA DATE: COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM: SUBJECT: PLANNING/REDEVELOPMENT 03/18/96 R-3 REDEVELOPMENT (B) LANDSCAPING & IRRI. RESOLUTION Number: 1996-1RD l , , Number: Date of Adopt: 03/18/96 Date of Intro: COUNCIL ACTION: AYES: NAYS: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: Date of Adopt: ZONE CHANGE: ALL COUNCIL MEMBERS NAMES: ORDINANCE Joanne Benjamin, Steven Blanton, Linda Lubeck, Patrick O'Laughlin Mayor(or Chairman) RANDY ATTAWAY ORDINANCES and RESOLUTIONS MUST BE RETURNED TO TOWN CLERK BY WEDNESDAY AT 12 NOON. ORDINANCES MUST BE READY FOR IMMEDIATE PUBLICATION OFFICE OF THE TOWN CLERK ORDINANCES & RESOLUTIONS ORIGINATING DEPT: COUNCIL AGENDA DATE: COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM: SUBJECT: PLANNING/REDEVELOPMENT 03/18/96 R-3 REDEVELOPMENT (A) STREETSCAPE RESOLUTION Number: 1996Y Number: Date of Adopt: 03/18/96 Date of Intro: &itt (9L//S Date of Adopt: COUNCIL ACTION: AYES: NAYS: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: ZONE CHANGE: ALL COUNCIL MEMBERS NAMES: ORDINANCE Joanne Benjamin, Steven Blanton, Linda Lubeck, Patrick O'Laughlin Mayor(or Chairman) RANDY ATTAWAY ORDINANCES and RESOLUTIONS MUST BE RETURNED TO TOWN CLERK BY WEDNESDAY AT 12 NOON. ORDINANCES MUST BE READY FOR IMMEDIATE PUBLICATION OFFICE OF THE TOWN CLERK ORDINANCES & RESOLUTIONS ORIGINATING DEPT: COUNCIL AGENDA DATE: COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM: SUBJECT: PLANNING 03/18/96 R-3 TOWN COUNCIL (A) STREETSCAPE RESOLUTION Number: 1996 Number: Date of Adopt: 03/18/96 Date of Intro: COUNCIL ACTION: AYES: NAYS: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: Date of Adopt: ZONE CHANGE: ALL COUNCIL MEMBERS NAMES: ORDINANCE Joanne Benjamin, Steven Blanton, Linda Lubeck, Patrick O'Laughlin Mayor(or Chairman) RANDY ATTAWAY ORDINANCES and RESOLUTIONS MUST BE RETURNED TO TOWN CLERK BY WEDNESDAY AT 12 NOON. ORDINANCES MUST BE READY FOR IMMEDIATE PUBLICATION RESOLUTION 1996-30 RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS ACCEPTING $6,000.00 GRANT FROM THE LOS GATOS REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY TO REPAIR/ REPLACE LANDSCAPING AND IRRIGATION ON LOS GATOS- SARATOGA ROAD AND AUTHORIZING THE TOWN MANAGER TO EXECUTE GRANT AGREEMENT WITH THE LOS GATOS AGENCY FOR THE LANDSCAPING AND IRRIGATION WHEREAS, the existing medians constitute blight as identified in the Redevelopment Plan for the Central Los Gatos Redevelopment Project of the Town of Los Gatos; and WHEREAS, Town funds are insufficient to replace and repair the irrigation and landscaping on the Los Gatos -Saratoga Road medians; and WHEREAS, an opportunity exists to create a better defined gateway to the downtown Redevelopment area by improving the medians. RESOLVED: by the Los Gatos Town Council that the Town enter into an agreement with the Los Gatos Redevelopment Agency (attached hereto as Exhibit A) for the Landscaping and Irrigation Grant and does hereby accept the $6,000.00 grant from the Redevelopment Agency to repair/replace landscaping and irrigation on Los Gatos -Saratoga Road. RESOLVED: that the Town Manager is authorized, and is hereby directed, to execute the agreement for the Landscaping and Irrigation Grant. PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Town Council of the Town of Los Gatos, California, held on the 18th day of March, 1996, by the following vote: COUNCIL MEMBERS: AYES: Joanne Benjamin, Steven Blanton, Linda Lubeck, Patrick O'Laughlin, Mayor Randy Attaway NAYS: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None SIGNED: /s/ Randy Attaway MAYOR OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS LOS GATOS, CALIFORNIA ATTEST: /s/ Marian V. Cosgrove CLERK OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS LOS GATOS, CALIFORNIA 2 AJR: IH H /`?96-30 LANDSCAPE AND IRRIGATION GRANT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE LOS GATOS REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY AND THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS THIS AGREEMENT is entered into this 18th day of March, 1996, by and between the Los Gatos Redevelopment Agency, a municipal corporation, herein called the "Agency," and the Town of Los Gatos, State of California, herein called the "Town. " RECITALS A. The existing landscaped medians on Los Gatos -Saratoga Road are in various states of disrepair, were damaged by frost and need to be repaired/ replanted; and B. The existing medians constitute blight as identified in the Redevelopment Plan for the central Los Gatos Redevelopment Project of the Town of Los Gatos; and C. The Five -Year Implementation Plan for the Central Los Gatos Redevelopment Project includes streetscape improvements (including landscaping) for 1995-96; and D. Town funds are insufficient to replace and repair the irrigation and landscaping on the Los Gatos -Saratoga Road medians; and E. An opportunity exists to create a better defined gateway to the downtown area by improving the medians. AGREEMENTS NOW, THEREFORE, THE PARTIES HERETO AGREE AS FOLLOWS: 1. Grant Amount: The grant to the Town of Los Gatos shall not exceed $6,000.00. 2. os The total cost of the landscaping and irrigation project is $6,000.00. 3. Grant Terms: a. Improvements shall be made within the Central Los Gatos Redevelopment Project Area. b. The Grant funds shall not be used to pay for maintenance. c. The Grant funds shall not be used to pay for annuals. n:\dev\ks\irrgrant.agt Page 1 IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Los Gatos Redevelopment Agency and the Town of Los Gatos executed this Agreement as of the date indicated on page one (1). Town of Los Gatos David W. Knapp, Town Manager David W. Knapp, Executive Director Town of Los Gatos Los Gatos Redevelopment Agency ATTEST: Clerk of the Town of Los Gatos, Secretary of the Redevelopment Agency Los Gatos, California Los Gatos, California Marian V. Cosgrove, Town Clerk Marian V. Cosgrove, Secretary Approved as to Form: Larry E. Anderson, Town Attorney Larry E. Anderson, General Counsel n:1dev1ks\irrgrant.agt Page 2 AGENCY RESOLUTION 1996-1RD RESOLUTION OF THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS APPROVING A $6,000.00 GRANT TO THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS TO REPAIR/ REPLACE LANDSCAPING AND IRRIGATION ON LOS GATOS-SARATOGA ROAD AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO SIGN THE GRANT AGREEMENT FOR THE LANDSCAPING AND IRRIGATION WHEREAS, the existing medians constitute blight as identified in the Redevelopment Plan for the Central Los Gatos Redevelopment Project of the Town of Los Gatos; and WHEREAS, Town funds are insufficient to replace and repair the irrigation and landscaping on the Los Gatos -Saratoga Road medians; WHEREAS, an opportunity exists to create a better defined gateway to the downtown Redevelopment area by improving the medians. RESOLVED: by the Redevelopment Agency that the Agency enter into an agreement with the Town (attached hereto as Exhibit A) for the Landscaping and Irrigation Grant, and that the Executive Director is authorized, and is hereby directed, to execute the agreement in the name and on behalf of the Agency. n:\dev\rda\resogrnt.318 PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Redevelopment Agency of the Town of Los Gatos this 18th day of March, 1996, by the following vote: AGENCY MEMBERS: AYES: Joanne Benjamin, Steven Blanton, Linda Lubeck, Patrick O'Laughlin Chairman Randy Attaway NAYS: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None SIGNED: /s/ Randy Attaway CHAIR OF THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY LOS GATOS, CALIFORNIA ATTEST: /s/ Marian V. Cosgrove SECRETARY OF THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY LOS GATOS, CALIFORNIA n:\dev\rda\resogrnt.318 2 MN :LE?t3C AdaR IHH: /4) LANDSCAPE AND IRRIGATION GRANT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE LOS GATOS REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY AND THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS THIS AGREEMENT is entered into this 18th day of March, 1996, by and between the Los Gatos Redevelopment Agency, a municipal corporation, herein called the "Agency," and the Town of Los Gatos, State of California, herein called the "Town." RECITALS A. The existing landscaped medians on Los Gatos -Saratoga Road are in various states of disrepair, were damaged by frost and need to be repaired/ replanted; and B. The existing medians constitute blight as identified in the Redevelopment Plan for the central Los Gatos Redevelopment Project of the Town of Los Gatos; and C. The Five -Year Implementation Plan for the Central Los Gatos Redevelopment Project includes streetscape improvements (including landscaping) for 1995-96; and D. Town funds are insufficient to replace and repair the irrigation and landscaping on the Los Gatos -Saratoga Road medians; and E. An opportunity exists to create a better defined gateway to the downtown area by improving the medians. AGREEMENTS NOW, THEREFORE, THE PARTIES HERETO AGREE AS FOLLOWS: 1. Grant Amount: The grant to the Town of Los Gatos shall not exceed $6,000.00. 2. Costs: The total cost of the landscaping and irrigation project is $6,000.00. 3. Grant Terms: a. Improvements shall be made within the Central Los Gatos Redevelopment Project Area. b. The Grant funds shall not be used to pay for maintenance. c. The Grant funds shall not be used to pay for annuals. n:\dev\ks\irrgrant.agt Page 1 IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Los Gatos Redevelopment Agency and the Town of Los Gatos executed this Agreement as of the date indicated on page one (1). Town of Los Gatos David W. Knapp, Town Manager David W. Knapp, Executive Director Town of Los Gatos Los Gatos Redevelopment Agency ATTEST: Clerk of the Town of Los Gatos, Secretary of the Redevelopment Agency Los Gatos, California Los Gatos, California Marian V. Cosgrove, Town Clerk Marian V. Cosgrove, Secretary Approved as to Form: Larry E. Anderson, Town Attorney Larry E. Anderson, General Counsel n:\dev\ks\irrgrant.agt Page 2 March 18, 1996 Los Gatos, California HEARING CONTINUED STREETSCAPE/DOWNTOWN CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT/CONT. Speakers continued: Shirley Henderson, 98 W. Main St., owner of the Antiquarium and active on the downtown beautification project. Spoke of the improvements inherent in the new design and suggested that these improvements would cause merchants to take a more active part in the upkeep of their sidewalk frontage. Scott Kay, manager of Smith & Hawkins, spoke in favor of public rest rooms to be included in the downtown street scape plan. Lee Quintana, 5 Palm Ave., member of the Redevelopment Advisory Committee, asked questions about noticing the public, greater public input and traffic concerns arising from the design. Warlaw Bilkiewicz, 170 Lester Lane, was concerned about the traffic on Santa Cruz Ave., and was of the opinion that the shop owners should be held responsible for the cleanliness of the sidewalks in front of their establishments. He also requested public rest rooms in the downtown. No one else from the audience addressed this issue. Mayor Attaway suggested a noticed walking tour of the area that could include residents and business interests, Planning Commissioners and other involved committees. He feels that a traffic report is necessary. He asked for further public hearing with additional noticing of the adjacent neighborhoods for April 15, 1996. Motion by Mrs. Lubeck, seconded by Mr. O'Laughlin, to continue this public hearing to May 6, 1996. Carried unanimously. LANDSCAPING & IRRIGATION/LOS GATOS-SARATOGA ROAD/RESOLUTION 1996-1RD GRANT FROM THE AGENCY TO THE TOWN/RESOLUTION 1996-30 (03B.49) Motion by Mrs. Lubeck, seconded by Mr. O'Laughlin, that the Agency adopt Resolution 1996- 1RD entitled, RESOLUTION OF THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS APPROVING A $6,000.00 GRANT TO THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS TO REPAIR/REPLACE LANDSCAPING AND IRRIGATION ON LOS GATOS-SARATOGA ROAD AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO SIGN THE GRANT AGREEMENT FOR THE LANDSCAPING AND IRRIGATION. Carried unanimously. Motion by Mrs. Lubeck, seconded by Mr. O'Laughlin, that Council adopt Resolution 1996-30 entitled, RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS ACCEPTING $6,000.00 GRANT FROM THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY TO REPAIR/REPLACE LANDSCAPING AND IRRIGATION ON LOS GATOS-SARATOGA ROAD AND AUTHORIZING THE TOWN MANAGER TO EXECUTE GRANT AGREEMENT WITH THE LOS GATOS AGENCY FOR THE LANDSCAPING AND IRRIGATION. Carried unanimously. Motion by Mrs. Lubeck, seconded by Mr. O'Laughlin, to reconsider the motion to continue the public hearing to May 6, 1996. Carried unanimously. TC: D8: RA031896.JT 2 March 18, 1996 Los Gatos, California HEARING CONTINUED STREETSCAPE/DOWNTOWN CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT/CONT. Motion by Mrs. Lubeck, seconded by Mr. O'Laughlin, to continue this public hearing to April 15, 1996 which accommodates the Landscape Architect's schedule. Carried unanimously. Motion by Mrs. Lubeck, seconded by Mr. O'Laughlin, that Council authorize the Manager and Planning Director to negotiate an extension of the architect's contract, and return to Council with an appropriation to allow for the payment of Mr. Rodriguez for attending Council meeting of April 15, 1996. Carried unanimously. Motion by Mrs. Lubeck, that the authorization to proceed on part "B" of the plan be made. Died for lack of a second, Council asking to wait until after the public hearing on April 15, 1996. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Mr. Blanton, seconded by Mrs. Benjamin, that the joint meeting of the Agency and the Town Council be collectively adjourned at 10:34 p.m. Carried unanimously. ATTEST: Marian V. Cosgrove Town Clerk/Agency Secretary TC: D8: RA031896.JT 3