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M 02-04-85TOWN OF LOS GATOS CALIFORNIA TOWN COUNCIL/PARKING AUTHORITY AGENDA FEBRUARY 4, 1985 TOWN COUNCIL The Town Council and the Parking Authority met in a joint meeting in the Council Chambers of the Town Hall, at 7:53 p.m., in regular session. ROLL CALL PRESENT:Eric D. Carlson, terrence J. Daily,Thomas J. Ferrito, Brent N. Ventura and Mayor Joanne Benjamin. ABSENT:None. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Given by all in attendance. The Town Manager introduced the newly employed Town Engineer, Ronald W. Zapf. CLOSED SESSION REPORT - JANUARY 22, 1985 The Town Attorney reported on Closed Session which Council held at the close of the meeting of January 22, 1985, stating Council discussed litigation; H. Johnson vs. Worker's Compensation Appeals Board and a personnel matter. No action taken. The Town Attorney stated a Closed Session had been held prior to tonight's meeting and discussed litigation. No action taken. PROCLAMATION Mayor Benjamin introduced Barbara Simner, President of the Los Gatos- Saratoga League of Women Voters. She was presented with a Proclamation, proclaiming the Week of February 14th as "League of Women Voters Week". COMMUNICATIONS (referral/file) a.Letter from Michael J. McGinnis regarding parking on Church Street. Mr. Ventura moved this be referred to the Parking Commission. Mr. Daily seconded. Carried unanimously. b.PUC Notice of Evidentiary Hearing regarding PG&E electric rate increase application 84-11-054. Mr. Ventura moved staff advise the PUC of the Town's opposition to any PG&E electric rate increase. Mr. Daily seconded. Carried unanimously. c.Report from Caltrans District #4 Route 85 Corridor study. Mr. Ventura moved to refer this to the Planning Commission. Mr. Daily seconded. Carried unanimously. d.Letter from J. Wilson regarding trimming of magnolia tree at 233 Edelen Avenue. Mr. Ventura moved to refer this communication to staff for report on February 19, 1985. Mr. Daily seconded. Carried unanimously. e.Letter from W.B. Stephens regarding Eureka Federal savings parking and the possibility of permit parking. Mr. Ventura moved this be referred to the Parking Commission and staff to reply to Mr. Stephens regarding permit parking in commercial areas as compared to residential areas. Mr. Daily seconded. Carried unanimously. f.Letter from john Hoffmeyer regarding rumble strips on So. Santa Cruz Avenue. Mr. Ventura moved to refer communication to staff for response. The Town Engineer, Ronald Zapf stated, the rumble strips could not be placed as Mr. Hoffmeyer suggested because the State did not grant permission to do so. Mr. Daily seconded. Carried unanimously. g.Letter from J. Turner regarding San Benito Street closure. Mr. Ventura moved to refer said communication to staff for response. It is anticipated that permanent closure will remedy the situation. Mr. Daily seconded. Carried unanimously. h.Letter from L. & B Richardson regarding extension of permit parking boundaries in the Almond Grove District. Mr. Ventura moved communication be referred to the Parking Commission and accept suggestion of Mr. Ferrito to have a survey on area in question. Mr. Daily seconded. Carried unanimously. i.Letter from R. D. Curley regarding receiving parking ticket in the preferential parking district. Mr. Ventura moved this communication be referred to the Parking Commission. Mr. Daily seconded. Carried unanimously. j.&k.Letter from D. Howell and C. Tabb regarding parking behind Eureka Federal Savings off Bachman Avenue. Mr. Ventura moved these communications be referred to the Parking Commission. Mr. Daily seconded. Carried unanimously. l.Letter from Malcolm and Margaret McNelly regarding General Plan. Mr. Ventura moved to file communication. This matter was considered during the General Plan hearing. Mr. Daily seconded. Carried unanimously. m.Letter from C. Moore regarding rail rapid transit development. On request of Mr. Moore it was consensus of Council to remove this from the agenda at this time. Mr. Moore will speak to the issue under verbal communications. n.Letter from General Telephone Co. regarding phone bill for 354-3332. Mr. Ventura moved to note and file. Mr. Daily seconded. Carried unanimously. o.Letter from Jean Cornbleet of the Jewish Community Center requesting permission to hold a walk-a-thon on Sunday, April 28, 1985, from 9:00 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. Mr. Ventura moved this request be referred to staff for report at the next meeting. Copy of staff report to be sent to J. Cornbleet. Mr. Daily seconded. Carried unanimously. p.Letter from J. Cuscan regarding the Coin-O-Wash Laundromat at 653 N. Santa Cruz Ave. Mr. Ventura moved to refer this to staff and to the Chamber of Commerce for comments. Mr. Daily seconded. Carried unanimously. PARKING COMMISSION ACTIVITY REPORT #8 Informational report for Council on the Parking Commission meetings of January 17th, 24th, and 31st, 1985. SCHEDULE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS Council informational report. RELOCATION FOR COUNTY BUS LAYOVER AREA The Town Manager reported letter had been sent to the transportation agency suggesting the use of Greyhound Bus Station for layover facility for County Transit buses, but have had no answer. Council questioned the timing of said changeover. Staff to advise Council and the Park Commission of whatever response is provided by County transit. SECONDARY UNITS P. SEABORN COMPLAINT Letter from P. Seaborn on complaints filed regarding unauthorized rentals in the Palm avenue area and report from staff on status of each noted complaint. Mr. Ferrito suggested these letters and one from Mr. Bob Cowan be held for discussion of the General Plan. So ordered. UNIVERSITY AVENUE UNDERGROUNDING Informational report for Council. FORBES MILL CONDOMINIUM STRUCTURE Informational report for Council. Letter had been received from Mr. Steinberg and Mr. Geggatt. PLANNING MONTHLY REPORT Mr.Ventura moved to accept the monthly report of Planning Department, including Planning Commission/Planning Department priorities January through March 1985. (Information for Council). Mr. daily seconded. Carried unanimously. TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT WINCHESTER BLVD. AT BUENA VISTA Informational report for Council. POLICE DEPARTMENT 84/85 SECOND QUARTER REPORT Informational report for Council. Councilmember Daily asked that in future reports from the departments to show a comparison from year to year on the ABC data regarding local sales to minors. OAK TREES ON HARWOOD ROAD (QUIGLEY) Mr. Ventura moved Council accept staff recommendation that live oaks be retained as street trees on Harwood Road in the Dividend Development Subdivision. Mr. Daily seconded. Carried unanimously. S.C. CO. MEDICAL SOCIETY - RECOMMENDATION RE TRAFFIC SAFETY Staff reported on letter from D. Gartman, MD, regarding special use of reflectie pavement markers. Mr. Ventura moved to direct town staff to refer the recommendation of the Santa Clara County Medical Society to the California Traffic Control Devices Committee and advise Dr. Gartman of this action. Mr. Daily seconded. Carried unanimously. NOTICE OF COMPLETION TRACT 7389 Mr. Ventura moved Council approve the Notice of Completion and certificate of Acceptance for Tract 7389, Los Gatos Medical Park (800 Pollard Road); authorize Mayor to sign and Town Clerk to record said document. Mr. Daily seconded. Carried unanimously. COUNTY REFERRALS Mr. Ventura moved to accept staff recommendation on the following: 2175-30-48-84B-84DR Aztec Ridge Road Morgan Resubmittal Site Approval * Design Approval Council should request that the County hold this application in abeyance until all deficiencies identified in report are rectified. 2376-27-42-85V 21388 Lee Drive Linderman Variance No comment. 416-27-41-78GV-85V 21643 Santa Ana Road McCue Variance No comment. 2375-26-52-85V 18580 Overlook Road Fink Variance Council should recommend that the County deny the Variance. 2131-34-51-84SP 14790 Sky Lane Pritchard Special permit secondary dwelling. Per Council's instructions on 1/22/85, the County Planning Commission's decision has been appealed to the Board of Supervisors. Hearing date had not yet been set. Mr. Ferrito requested further report from staff on this. Mr. Daily seconded. Carried unanimously. CITY OF SAN JOSE REFERRAL Mr. Ventura moved the Planning Director for the Town of Los Gatos be directed to respond that San Jose has not listened to Los Gatos Council's concerns regarding PD 84-11-121 General Development Plan for Guadalupe Park R&D (formerly Los Gatos Gold Course), and wishes to strongly and clearly relate these concerns again. Mr. Daily seconded. Carried unanimously. HANDICAPPED PARKING SPACE 224 WILDER AVE. Mr. Ventura moved to adopt Resolution No. 1985-14 entitled, HANDICAPPED PARKING - WILDER AVENUE (This removed the handicapped parking space on the east side of Wilder avenue at 224 Wilder Avenue). Mr. Daily seconded. Carried unanimously. DENYING APPEAL GTE MOBILNET Mr. Ventura moved for adoption of Resolution No. 1985-15 entitled, RESOLUTION DENYING APPEAL OF PLANNING COMMISSION DENIAL OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT APPLICATION AND ARCHITECTURE AND SITE APPLICATION FOR PERMISSION TO CONSTRUCT A CELLULAR MOBILE RADIO-TELEPHONE FREESTANDING MONOPOLE ANTENNA ON PROPERTY IN THE Z-2 ZONE (GTE Mobilnet Incorporated -- Southwest Corner of Woos Road and South Santa Cruz Avenue). Mr.Daily seconded. Carried unanimously. * POSITION CLASSIFICATION PLAN (PARK RANGER) Mr. Ventura moved to adopt Resolution No. 1985-16 entitled, A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE TOWN'S CLASSIFICATION PLAN. Mr. Daily seconded. Carried unanimously. ESTABLISHMENT OF CHECK PROCESSING & PAYMENT SCHEDULE 1985 Town Treasurer Bethlahmy stated the proposed resolution does not meet schedule as agreed upon by himself and the Town Clerk and requested that this item be continued to a later date to allow for further discussion by Treasurer, Clerk, and Manager. Mr. Ventura moved to grant the request. Mr. Daily seconded. Carried unanimously. WEED ABATEMENT 1985 Mr. Ventura moved for adoption of Resolution No. 1985-17 entitled, A RESOLUTION DECLARING WEEDS A PUBLIC NUISANCE AND PROVIDING FOR THEIR ABATEMENT. Mr. Daily seconded. Carried unanimously. ESTABLISHMENT OF SPEED LIMITS ON SHANNON ROAD Mr. Ventura moved for adoption of Ordinance No. 1639 entitled, AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS AMENDING SECTION 16-43.2 OF THE LOS GATOS TOWN CODE FOR ESTABLISHING SPEED LIMITS ON CERTAIN STREETS. (This rescinds Ordinance No. 1631). Mr. Daily seconded. Carried unanimously. MINUTES OF JANUARY 22, 1985 The following corrections were made: Page 1, EX-AGENDA ITEMS, second line to read " . . . Worker's Compensation, stating a Closed Session, pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9A, would be held . . ." Page 3, RENEWING OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN KCAT & TOWN RE ACCOUNTING SERVICES. Last sentence to read" . . . Mr. Ferrito and Mr. Ventura abstained, as they are both members of the KCAT Board of Directors". Page 4, RE COMMUNITY BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM. Correct the spelling of Paul Collins. Next to last line, change date to read January 31, 1985. Mr. Daily moved approval of the minutes as corrected. Mr. Carlson seconded. Carried unanimously. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS (for action) a.Letter received from PG&E regarding the electric restoration policy. Mr. Oimoen, Manager of PG&E, was present and explained to Council the various steps taken for restoration of power outages. JANUARY 25th & FEBRUARY 1ST PAYROLL Mr. Daily moved to approve the payroll of January 25th in the amount of $118,731.17 and the February 1st payroll for uniform allowances in the amount of $5,749.20.. Plus $53,758.08 in accounts payable for various withholdings. Mr. Carlson seconded. Carried unanimously. TREASURER'S REPORTS NOVEMBER 1984 & DECEMBER 1984 Treasurer Nogah Bethlahmy he was present to answer questions of Council regarding the November/December 1984 Treasurer's reports. Specific question were as follows: 1.What interest is being earned on the Money Market Account? 2.How does that interest compare to interest rates available with other investment options, including Certificates of Deposit and Treasury Bills? 3.Why were there no purchases of Certificate of Deposit and Treasury Bills during December? 4.Why were all funds left in the Money Market account? What is the purpose and meaning of the titles on columns in investment report? Mr. Bethlahmy explained as follows: 1.Interest varies from day to day and quoted interest rates of December & January. 2.On the report Council received a listing of approximately 40 Certificates of deposit of which the Town has its funds invested and these vary, as published in the paper, Certificates of Deposit and Treasury Bills have been dropping. 3.Town Investment Policy calls for a balance between Certificate of Deposit and Treasury Bills, and Money Market Funds. Up to December 3rd all Town funds were in Certificate of Deposit and Treasury Bills, and Money Market Funds. Up to December 3rd all Town funds were in Certificate of Deposit so it was necessary to accumulate funds to buy Treasury Bills. 4.Due to Money Market yielding a higher interest rate. At this time Mr. Bethlahmy explained titles on columns as shown on the investment report, and answered questions regarding assessment districts as shown on the report. SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATION FOR PURCHASE OF CHECKS & CHECK SIGNER Discussion was held on the request for purchase of checks and purchase of check signer machine. The Town Manager stated this would require a supplemental appropriation from the General Fund. After some discussion, Mr. Ventura moved to fund the acquisition of these two items from General Fund Contingency and express the conditions that these items remain at Town Hall. Mr. Bethlahmy stated checks would remaining Town Hall as Town Clerk prepares checks and Treasurer picks them up there, but the check signer to be effective would have to be kept at the Town Treasurer's Office at 14668 Golf Links Drive. Mr. Ventura withdrew his motion, given the statement made by Mr. Bethlahmy and asked that the Town Clerk report back to Council to see if she has a need of the check signing machine. Mr. Ventura is in favor of the check signing machine if it can help improve the efficiency in the Clerk's Office, and he feels it is important to keep Town equipment in the Town Hall. Mr. Carlson moved Council approve the purchase of checks for payroll and accounts payable in the amount of $2,300.00 and approve the supplemental appropriation. The purchase of the check signer machine should be discussed later because this is a complicated issue related to where the Town Treasurer's Office is and other things. Mr. Ventura seconded. Carried unanimously. SITE OF TOWN TREASURER'S OFFICE Town Treasurer, Nogah Bethlahmy, introduced Deputy Treasurer Fred Long. Mr. Long then spoke on designated Treasurer's Office in the Town Hall not being adequate in size as compared to the office Mr. Bethlahmy has established at 14668 Golf Links Drive. After presentation, Mr. Long asked that Council consider that the Treasurer's Office continued to be maintained at Golf links Drive. The Treasurer is trying to find a solution which is not going to continue to be an issue. Discussion was held on size of the office at Golf Links Drive (which consists of two rooms) and the zoning violation by having an employee in an office located in a residential area. Mr. Carlson stated the financial management of the Town is divided between the Clerk, Treasurer, and the Manager and feels the necessity of having these three close enough to work together as a team. Mayor Benjamin spoke on her concerns on risk taken by transporting of checks. Mr. Long spoke on lack of Council clarification of role, structure, and location of Treasurer's Office. Mayor Benjamin stated personally she did not care if the Treasurer did some of his work from his home but one question before Council tonight which needs to be addressed, is the matter of a phone bill which has come about from the Treasurer having a phone installed at 14668 Golf Links Drive. Mr. Ventura spoke on Town policy regarding payment of individual phones. Mr. Ventura moved that the cost for the installation and monthly service charges on the telephone be born by the Treasurer and that no reimbursement be made by the Town, However, any toll calls or long distance calls made in conjunction with Treasurer's business be reimbursed by the Town. Motion died for lack of second. After further discussion by Council, Mr. Carlson moved Council formalize the existing Town policy that the Town does not pay for the individual phone bills of elected officials, but they get reimbursed for toll calls or long distance calls made in conjunction with Town business. Mr. Bethlahmy stated then the phone would be paid by the Town through today and he will have it removed tomorrow. Mayor Benjamin stated that was not the motion. Mr. Ventura seconded the motion of Mr. Carlson. Carried unanimously. ELIMINATION OF ELECTED TREASURER'S POSITION Mr. Long requested a statement for the record that there is no intent of Council to go for an appointive Treasurer in 1988. Mr. Ventura stated for the record that Council has no authority to change the status of the Treasurer's position form elective to appointive. That power lies in the hands of the electorate itself and they are the only ones that can make that change. Mayor Benjamin also stated for the record that Council has no intent to make the Treasurer's position appointive. CALIFORNIANS FOR DRUG FREE YOUTH CONFERENCE Mr. Ferrito moved to approve $250.00 from the Youth Authority Commission's Trust account to pay for registration and living expenses for two Youth's from the Youth advisory Commission to attend the California for Drug-Free Conference on March 15th and 16th, 1985. Mr. Carlson seconded. Carried unanimously. Stephanie Schmidt, 131 Greenhill Way, was present to answer questions of Council. HISTORIC DISTRICT DESIGNATION Mayor Benjamin stated this was the time and place duly published for public hearing to consider Planning Commission's recommendation on the establishment of a historic district designation for residential properties located southerly of the centerline of West Main Street, westerly of Santa Cruz Avenue, and in the R-1D, RM:5-12, HR-5 and O zoning districts. (Zone application Z-84- 4 and Historic Designation HD-84-2). Planning Director, Lee Bowman, stated this matter was first recommended by the Historic Preservation Committee; has gone to the Planning Commission and they are recommending approval. Speaking on the issue were Kathy Morgan, Vice-Chairman of the Historic Preservation Committee; and Dr. John Reiger. Discussion was held as to any guidelines designated regarding architecture style for new construction. No one else from the audience wished to speak on this issue. Mr. Ventura then moved for an amendment to proposed ordinance. Ordinance to state that new construction shall be in harmony with the predominate architectural styles of other structures within the District. Mr. Carlson seconded. Planning Director, Lee Bowman, stated this amendment was not discussed by the Commission so would have to be referred to Planning Commission for report. There was no vote on the above motion. After further discussion, Mr. Ventura restated his motion to refer the amendment to the proposed ordinance back to the Planning Commission for a report and public hearing be continued to March 18th, 1985. Mr. Carlson seconded. Carried unanimously. CHANGE OF VARIOUS FEES & CHARGES Mayor Benjamin stated this was the time and place duly published for public hearing to consider changes in various fees and charges for Town services. Discussion was held on restaurant conditional use permit fees and the permit checklist attached to the proposed Resolution. Speaking on the issue were Sue LaForge of the Chamber of Commerce, and Lynn Snyder. The Chamber endorses the check list as prepared. Discussion was held as to whether to charge for appeals. If the Town charges for appeals then it should be monitored for a six month period. The Town does not currently charge for appeals and it is necessary to justify either charging or not charging them. The Town Attorney spoke on concerns of the nonconsistency regarding charging for an appeal. There was further discussion by Council. No one else in the audience wished to speak on this issue. Mr. Daily moved hearing be closed. Mr. Carlson seconded. Carried unanimously. Discussion was held on the checklist for restaurant conditional use permits regarding parking deficiencies, change regarding service of alcoholic beverage, storage of hazardous materials and there wording. Mr. Carlson then moved Council charge only $250.00 for Tier One. Motion died for lack of second. Mr. Ventura moved to proceed as recommended with Tier One being $500.00 and Tier Two being $1,000.00 with a refund if no appeals are filed. This would be on a six month trial basis. Discussion was held if this would meet cost recovery. Motion died for lack of second. Mr. Daily moved to adopt staff recommendation in terms of Tier One being $500.00 and Tier Two being $1,000.00 and that if appeal was made against the applicant they are still entitled to $250.00 refund. Motion died for lack of second. Mrs. Benjamin moved to amend the above motion by stating Tier 2 remain $1,000.00 with $250.00 refund if there are no appeals for either side and Tier One be $500.00 with a $250.00 refund if no appeal or if appeal against the applicant. Mr. Daily restated the motion as follows, moved to accept Tier One in the amount of $500.00 and applicant entitled to $250.00 refund if there is no appeal or appeal is against the successful applicant. Tier Two in the amount of $1,000.00 and no rebate unless no appeal is filed and this amendment would have a six month trial period. Mr. Benjamin seconded. Motion fails by two ayes with Mr. Carlson, Mr. Ferrito and Mr. Ventura voting no, as they felt the above action was not cost recovery and in conflict with the Zoning Ordinance. Mr. Carlson moved to set Tier One at $350.00 and Tier Two at $650.00 regardless of appeals. Motion died for lack of second. Mr. Ferrito moved to adopt exhibit A (that is rewording of check list as noted earlier), to be on a trial basis for six months. Mr. Ventura seconded if we can deal with rebate on appeals and get cost recovery. The Planning Director explained recommendations of the Planning Commission regarding criteria for two tiers and the 60/40 split. No vote on motion. Mr. Carlson moved to have (1) two tier system including the check list as revised this evening; (2) Tier One - $500.00; Tier Two - $1,000.00 with rebate if there is no appeal. (The rebate to be $250.00 in each case); and (3) there be no other changes in any other fees. Mrs. Benjamin seconded. Mr. Ventura moved for amendment to motion to delete (3) regarding there being no other changes in any other fees. Mr. Carlson restated the motion to include (1) and (2). Mrs. Benjamin seconded. Motion carried by a vote of four ayes. Mr. Daily voting no because this does not make a distinction on the appellant process and does not feel this is fair. Mr. Carlson moved the process be reviewed in six months and staff monitor the applications. This is to be included in staffs monthly report on activities. Mr. Ventura seconded. Carried unanimously. Mr. Ferrito moved for adoption of Resolution No. 1985-18 entitled, A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS SETTING A FEE SCHEDULE FOR ZONING, CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT AND SUBDIVISION PROCEEDINGS AND FOR VARIOUS ENGINEERING SERVICES. Mr. Ventura seconded. Carried by a vote of four ayes. Mr. Carlson voting no. He feels there is no justification for certain fees being raised. VERBAL COMMUNICATIONS Mr. Charles Moore, stated he had requested to be heard at this time regarding rail rapid transit development but due to lateness of the hour requested this be continued to February 19, 1985 meeting. So granted. Mrs. Blanche Buchard addressed the Council regarding secondary units. Dr. John Reiger spoke on number of people present who favor secondary units. Mr. Ron Castello addressed the Council against process of getting a permit through the Planning Department regarding remodeling and the need for clarification of just what is required. Mayor Benjamin stated this will be referred to the Planning Commission. The Town Treasurer, Nogah Bethlahmy, addressed the Council on the following: 1. Mailing of Town warrants by the Finance Department. 2. Questioned the approval of reimbursement of expenses of Town Manager. 3. Requirement of Manager to furnish the Treasurer with monthly forecast of revenue and expenditures by month for succeeding twelve months. Mayor Benjamin stated she would discuss these issues at the meeting scheduled with Mr. Bethlahmy on February 5, 1985. GENERAL PLAN Mr. Ferrito referred to letters from Mrs. Seaborn regarding complaints on various unauthorized secondary units and asked that staff be directed to investigate. He also referred to letter from Mr. Robert Cowan and stated if Planning is going to take up matter of secondary units, they should consider Mr. Cowan's letter and declaration of restrictions apparently being used by Cupertino, there may be some value to that sort of approach. After some further discussion, Mr. Ventura moved for adoption of Resolution No. 1985-19 entitled, RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS ADOPTING THE LOS GATOS GENERAL PLAN. Mr. Carlson seconded. Carried by a vote of four ayes. Mr. Ferrito voted no. He thinks the housing element 3.6 subsection (c) is result of Council finding itself boxed in by the State requirements and thinking has been constrained to one of two alternative views, neither which are acceptable to him and one which is acceptable to Council. Council has not been definitive enough in the plan regarding secondary units and found ourselves without adequate time to address the question of the grandfathering. Therefore, he cannot support the General Plan. ABANDONED OR UNUSED WELLS Informational report for Council. ABATEMENT OF ILLEGAL SECONDARY UNITS Discussion was held on the methodology for determination of how illegal units can be abated. No action taken. MID-YEAR BUDGET REPORT Mr. Daily moved to appropriate funds from the General Fund balance to the following: General Town Administration $ 41,500 Town Attorney 4,500 Town Manager 2,000 TOTAL $ 48,000 General Fund Appropriated Reserve $ 23,164.95 Mr. Carlson seconded. Carried unanimously. The Town Treasurer stated he wished to voice his opposition to the appropriation of an additional $2,000 to the Manager's budget. PEDESTRIAN SAFETY REPORT Discussion was held regarding this program being extended to the Blossom Hill School. Council requested staff to investigate crosswalk in front of Old Town as it is so hard to see and asked that a program be put together and presented for Council consideration in two weeks. PROJECT 302 LG BLVD/LOMA ALTA AVENUE INTERSECTION & DRAINAGE Mr. Ventura moved to note and file this proposed project until such time the Council is prepared to signalize this intersection. Mr. Carlson seconded. Carried unanimously. PROJECT 255-SS SANTA CRUZ AVE. ANDREWS STREET TRAFFIC SIGNALS Mr. Ventura moved to deny the contractor's claim for liquidated damages; authorize a supplemental appropriation from the General Fund or payment of $607.00 on the claim for extra compensation for rerouting the electrical conduit; and deny any claim for extra compensation for the catch basin. Mr. Ferrito seconded. Carried unanimously. NON-CONFORMING USE STUDY It was noted by staff this report is to notify Council that beginning March 1985 that notices will be sent to property owners and business owners notifying them of their non-conforming use status. Council informed staff that any letter being sent should be very explicit as to the businesses non-conforming and how or if it can be rectified. After further discussion it was decided the draft letter to be sent shall be reviewed by Council before mailing. SECONDARY UNIT SURVEY Informational report for Council. CENTENNIAL COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS This issue was continued to the February 19, 1985 Council meeting. CENTENNIAL COMMITTEE ACTIVITIES Discussion was held regarding staff support for Centennial committee activities. Mr. Ferrito suggested looking for volunteer services. Mr. Carlson moved that Committee look into the possibility of finding volunteer support and in the meantime, if the Town Attorney has any free time, could start on the incorporation process. Mr. Daily seconded. Vote on the issue was two ayes. Mr. Ventura, Mrs. Benjamin and Mr. Ferrito abstained. PG&E RATE INCREASE Mr. Ventura moved for adoption of Resolution No. 1985-20 entitled, A RESOLUTION OPPOSING THE PROPOSED RATE INCREASE OF THE PACIFIC GAS AND ELECTRIC COMPANY TO RECOVER ALL COSTS OF DIABLO CANYON POWER PLAN. Mr. Carlson seconded. Carried unanimously. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Benjamin declared the meeting adjourned at 12:35 a.m., Tuesday, February 5, 1985. Meeting to be adjourned to Executive Session. Report on said Executive Session will be reported at the next regular meeting. ATTEST Rose E. Aldag Town Clerk