M 06-15-98TOWN OF LOS GATOS
CALIFORNIA
TOWN COUNCIL/PARKING AUTHORITY
JOINT REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
June 15, 1998/Minutes
TOWN COUNCIL
The Town Council/Parking Authority/Redevelopment Agency of the Town of Los Gatos met in the
Council Chambers of the Town Hall, 110 East Main Street, at 7:52 p.m., Monday, June 15, 1998, in
joint regular session.
ROLL CALL
Present:Joanne Benjamin, Steven Blanton,
and Mayor/Chairman Linda Lubeck.
Absent:Randy Attaway and Jan Hutchins.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Given by all in attendance.
CLOSED SESSION
David Knapp, Town Manager, introduced guest Attorney Sandy Sloan, and reported that Council had
met in Closed Session prior to this evening's meeting pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6,
to Conference with Labor Negotiator. Town Negotiator (Lead): James W. Piper, Assistant Town
Manager/Personnel Officer. Associations: American Federation of State, County and Municipal
Employees (AFSCME); Town Employees' Association (TEA); All Unrepresented Employees.
Council provided direction to Negotiator.
PRESENTATION/STEVE ZIENTEK/PARKING
Mayor Lubeck presented a commendation from the Town to Steve Zientek for his years of service
while serving on the Parking Commission. Mr. Zientek accepted the commendation and thanked
Council for the opportunity to serve the Town.
ARTS COMMISSION APPOINTMENTS/CONNIE CRAIN/MARY GREENBERG (00.20)
Mayor Lubeck announced that four applications had been received from Connie Crane, Mary
Gillespie-Greenberg, Roberta Keosheyan and Paul Paolini for two vacancies on the Arts Commission.
Voting was held and Ms Crain and Ms Gillespie-Greenberg were appointed to terms to expire July 1,
2000.
GENERAL PLAN COMMITTEE/APPOINTMENT/LEE QUINTANA (XXX.20)
Mayor Lubeck announced that one application had been received from Lee Quintana for one vacancy
on the General Plan Committee. Voting was held and Ms Quintana was appointed for term expiring
January 1, 2000.
LIBRARY BOARD APPOINTMENT/DALE HILL (000.20)
Mayor Lubeck announced that one application had been received from Dale Hill for one vacancy on
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the Library Board. Voting was held and Ms Hill was reappointed to term expiring July 1, 2001.
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PARKING COMMISSION APPOINTMENT/DON SCHALLOCK (XX.20)
Mayor Lubeck announced that one application had been received from Don Schallock for one vacancy
on the Parking Commission. Voting was held and Mr. Schallock was appointed to term expiring
January 1, 2001.
TRAILS & BIKEWAYS COMMITTEE/APPOINTMENT/RICHARD ANDERSON (YY.20)
Mayor Lubeck announced that one application had been received from Richard Anderson for one
vacancy on the Trails & Bikeways Committee. Voting was held and Mr. Anderson was appointed to
term expiring January 31, 2001.
SCHEDULE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS (01.01)
Informational report regarding currently scheduled public hearings was received and filed.
COUNTY REFERRALS (02.47)
Motion by Mrs. Benjamin, seconded by Mr. Blanton, that Council approve the recommended action
concerning County Referrals:
NUMBER LOCATION APPLICANT REQUEST
RECOMMENDATION
7019 15950 Stephanie Lane Blue Building Site
Approval/No Conditions
4724 Shannon Road Lincoln Design Review
Approval/3 Conditions
Carried by a vote of 3 ayes. Mr. Attaway and Mr. Hutchins absent.
PLANNING COMMISSION/PLANNING DEPARTMENT MONTHLY STATUS REPORT (03.47)
Informational report regarding activity of Planning Commission and Department was received and
filed.
RATIFICATION OF PAYROLL/MAY 1998 (04.V)
Motion by Mrs. Benjamin, seconded by Mr. Blanton, that Council ratify the check registers for the
payrolls of May 17 through May 30, 1998, paid on June 5, 1998 in the amount of $388,524.21.
Carried by a vote of 3 ayes. Mr. Attaway and Mr. Hutchins absent.
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE/RATIFICATION/MAY-JUNE 1998 (05.V)
Motion by Mrs. Benjamin, seconded by Mr. Blanton, that Council ratify the accompanying check
registers for accounts payable invoices paid on May 29 and June 5, 1998 in the amount of
$231,050.81. Carried by a vote of 3 ayes. Mr. Attaway and Mr. Hutchins absent.
MINUTES OF JUNE 1, 1998 (06.V)
Motion by Mrs. Benjamin, seconded by Mr. Blanton, that Council approve the Minutes of June 1,
1998 as submitted. Carried by a vote of 3 ayes. Mr. Attaway and Mr. Hutchins absent.
DEMOLITION ORDINANCE PROGRESS REPORT (07.47)
Motion by Mrs. Benjamin, seconded by Mr. Blanton, that Council accept progress report on
demolition ordinance. Carried by a vote of 3 ayes. Mr. Attaway and Mr. Hutchins absent.
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OLD TOWN STATUS REPORT/50 UNIVERSITY AVE (08.09)
Motion by Mrs. Benjamin, seconded by Mr. Blanton, that Council accept status report regarding Old
Town. Carried by a vote of 3 ayes. Mr. Attaway and Mr. Hutchins absent.
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VILLAGE LANE TRAFFIC CIRCULATION (09.40)
Motion by Mrs. Benjamin, seconded by Mr. Blanton, that Council accept report on Village Lane
traffic circulation. Carried by a vote of 3 ayes. Mr. Attaway and Mr. Hutchins absent.
STORM WATER MANAGEMENT PROGRAM/WORK PLAN FY 1998-99
TOWN OF LOS GATOS/WEST VALLEY SANITATION DISTRICT (10.37)
Motion by Mrs. Benjamin, seconded by Mr. Blanton, that Council approve 1998-99 Storm Water
Management Program work plan for the Town of Los Gatos and the West Valley Sanitation District.
Carried by a vote of 3 ayes. Mr. Attaway and Mr. Hutchins absent.
OPERATING BUDGET 1998-99/RESOLUTION 1998-85 (11.05)
Motion by Mrs. Benjamin, seconded by Mr. Blanton, that Council adopt Resolution 1998-85
entitled, RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS APPROVING FISCAL YEAR 1998-
99 OPERATING BUDGET, this includes the Addendum and the Desk Item. Carried by a vote of 3
ayes. Mr. Attaway and Mr. Hutchins absent.
TOWN EMPLOYEES' ASSOCIATION/MOU/RESOLUTION 1998-86 (12.10)
Motion by Mrs. Benjamin, seconded by Mr. Blanton, that Council adopt Resolution 1998-86
entitled, RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS APPROVING MEMORANDUM OF
UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS AND THE TOWN
EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION. Carried by a vote of 3 ayes. Mr. Attaway and Mr. Hutchins absent.
MANAGEMENT COMPENSATION PLAN FOR 1998-99/RESOLUTION 1998-87 (13.10)
Motion by Mrs. Benjamin, seconded by Mr. Blanton, that Council adopt Resolution 1998-87
entitled, RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS APPROVING MANAGEMENT
COMPENSATION PLAN FOR FISCAL YEAR 1998-99. Carried by a vote of 3 ayes. Mr.
Attaway and Mr. Hutchins absent.
CONFIDENTIAL EMPLOYEE/COMPENSATION & CLASSIFY/RESOLUTION 1998-88 (14.10)
Motion by Mrs. Benjamin, seconded by Mr. Blanton, that Council adopt Resolution 1998-88
entitled, RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS AMENDING CONFIDENTIAL
EMPLOYEE COMPENSATION AND CLASSIFICATION FOR FISCAL YEARS 1998-99 AND
1999-2000, this includes Addendum. Carried by a vote of 3 ayes. Mr. Attaway and Mr. Hutchins
absent.
TEMPORARY/HOURLY COMPENSATION 1998-99/RESOLUTION 1998-89 (15.10)
Motion by Mrs. Benjamin, seconded by Mr. Blanton, that Council adopt Resolution 1998-89
entitled, RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS APPROVING
TEMPORARY/HOURLY COMPENSATION FOR FISCAL YEAR 1998-99, this includes Desk
Item. Carried by a vote of 3 ayes. Mr. Attaway and Mr. Hutchins absent.
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ELECTION SERVICES NOV 3RD/REGISTRAR OF VOTERS/RESOLUTION 1998-90 (17.EL)
Motion by Mrs. Benjamin, seconded by Mr. Blanton, that Council adopt Resolution 1998-90
entitled, RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS ORDERING AND CALLING A
GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD IN THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS ON
NOVEMBER 3, 1998; REQUESTING THE SERVICES OF THE REGISTRAR OF VOTERS;
REQUESTING CONSOLIDATION OF ELECTIONS AND SPECIFYING CERTAIN
PROCEDURES FOR THE CONSOLIDATED ELECTION; DETERMINING TO LEVY THE
COST OF CANDIDATES' STATEMENTS; REQUIRING PAYMENT OF CANDIDATES'
FILING FEES; AND PROVIDING FOR GIVING NOTICE OF ELECTION. Carried by a vote
of 3 ayes. Mr. Attaway and Mr. Hutchins absent.
PROJECT 9805/HOT MIX ASPHALT/GRANITE ROCK/RESOLUTION 1998-91 (18.28)
Motion by Mrs. Benjamin, seconded by Mr. Blanton, that Council adopt Resolution 1998-91
entitled, RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS AUTHORIZING THE
EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT WITH GRANITE ROCK COMPANY, INC. FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF PROJECT 9805 MATERIALS CONTRACT FOR HOT MIX
ASPHALT. Carried by a vote of 3 ayes. Mr. Attaway and Mr. Hutchins absent.
SIDEWALK, CURB & GUTTER REPAIR/PROJECT 9909/RESOLUTION 1998-92 (19.35)
Motion by Mrs. Benjamin, seconded by Mr. Blanton, that Council adopt Resolution 1998-92
entitled, RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS APPROVING PLANS AND
SPECIFICATIONS FOR PROJECT 9909 ANNUAL SIDEWALK, CURB AND GUTTER
RECONSTRUCTION. Carried by a vote of 3 ayes. Mr. Attaway and Mr. Hutchins absent.
TRACT 8910/SERRA COURT SUB/COMPLETION NOTICE/RESOLUTION 1998-93 (20.09)
Motion by Mrs. Benjamin, seconded by Mr. Blanton, that Council adopt Resolution 1998-93
entitled, RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS ACCEPTING WORK OF SANTA
CLARA DEVELOPMENT COMPANY - TRACT 8910 - SERRA COURT SUBDIVISION AND
AUTHORIZING THE TOWN MANAGER TO EXECUTE CERTIFICATE OF ACCEPTANCE
AND NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR RECORDING BY TOWN CLERK. Carried by a vote
of 3 ayes. Mr. Attaway and Mr. Hutchins absent.
TRACT 8820/BELLA VISTA VILLAGE/COMPLETION NOTICE/RESOLUTION 1998-94 (20.09)
Motion by Mrs. Benjamin, seconded by Mr. Blanton, that Council adopt Resolution 1998-94
entitled, RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS ACCEPTING WORK OF
LANDMARK DEVELOPMENT COMPANY - TRACT 8820 - BELLA VISTA VILLAGE -
PHASE I - AND AUTHORIZING THE TOWN MANAGER TO EXECUTE CERTIFICATE
OF ACCEPTANCE AND NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR RECORDING BY TOWN
CLERK. Carried by a vote of 3 ayes. Mr. Attaway and Mr. Hutchins absent.
GANN APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT FOR 1998-99/RESOLUTION 1998-95 (22.10)
Motion by Mrs. Benjamin, seconded by Mr. Blanton, that Council adopt Resolution 1998-95
entitled, RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS ESTABLISHING THE 1998-99
FISCAL YEAR APPROPRIATION LIMIT FOR THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS. Carried by a
vote of 3 ayes. Mr. Attaway and Mr. Hutchins absent.
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VERBAL COMMUNICATIONS
Recycling Centers:
J.D. Vanderlann, 17830 Bruce Ave, spoke about the lack of recycling centers in Los Gatos and
suggested locations within the required guidelines to establish these centers for residents to be able to
find a location where they can be compensated for their recycling endeavors.
HEARINGS
LOS GATOS BOULEVARD 16330/CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH/APPEAL (23.09)
CONSTRUCTION OF NEW BUILDINGS AND PARKING EXPANSION
Mayor Lubeck stated that this was the time and place duly noted for public hearing to consider appeal
of a Planning Commission decision approving an Architectural and Site Application for the demolition
of an existing education and residential building, construction of a new education, ministry and multi-
purpose gymnasium building, remodeling of existing facilities, and expansion of the parking lot on
property in the R-1:8 Zone. Project Application PRJ-97-156. Property location: 16330 Los Gatos
Boulevard. Applicant/Property Owner: Calvary Church/Steve Torres. Appellant: James G. Lowe.
The following people from the audience spoke to this issue:
Jim Lowe, 16346 Robie Lane agreed that July 6, 1998 would be an acceptable date to continue the
hearing to.
Bob Frankoni, 16456 Ferris Ave, asked for more specifics regarding the new parking lot. Mr. Knapp
asked that he talk too the Planning Department about the submitted plans so that he can become
familiar with and be able to ask questions at the next meeting.
Steve Torres, 15743 Kevin Lane, asked that the project be approved as soon as possible so that the
work can be completed in the dry summer weather.
No one else from the audience addressed this issue.
Motion by Mrs. Benjamin, seconded by Mr. Blanton, to continue this hearing to July 6, 1998.
Carried by a vote of 3 ayes. Mr. Attaway and Mr. Hutchins absent.
SCULPTURE AT THE CIVIC CENTER/PAUL WILSON/RESOLUTION 1998-96 (24.44)
Mayor Lubeck stated that this was the time and place duly noted for public hearing to consider
adopting resolution accepting sculpture from Paul Wilson and accepting Arts Commission's
recommendation regarding its placement.
The following person from the audience spoke to this issue:
Elaine Bainbridge, Project Manager, spoke of plans for the acquisition of the sculpture and the
community involvement in the project.
No one else from the audience addressed this issue.
Motion by Mrs. Benjamin, seconded by Mr. Blanton, to close the public hearing. Carried by a vote
of 3 ayes. Mr. Attaway and Mr. Hutchins absent.
Motion by Mrs. Benjamin, seconded by Mr. Blanton, to accept the Arts Commission's
recommendations regarding acceptance and placement of a redwood sculpture by artist Paul Wilson
honoring George and Ruth Barati. Carried by a vote of 3 ayes. Mr. Attaway and Mr. Hutchins absent.
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BUS STOP ADDITION/MAIN STREET/NEIGHBORHOOD CENTER (16.40)
Mayor Lubeck stated that this was the time and place duly noted for public hearing to consider
prohibiting parking at 208 East Main Street (Neighborhood Center) and approving bus stop addition at
208 East Main Street.
The following people from the audience spoke to this issue:
Ed LaVeque, 149 Calle Larga, spoke against the new bus stop and the loss of parking spaces in this
location.
Joel Gambord, 16250 Greenwood Lane, Monte Sereno, 300 East Main Street Office Building, spoke
of the many reasons for having an additional location for the students to wait for a bus. Vandalism
and loitering are persistent problems that may be lessened if the students are spread about other bus
stops. This ongoing problem should also be addressed annually since there are always new students
who are no aware of the rules and regulations.
No one else from the audience addressed this issue.
Council Consensus to continue this item to September 8, 1998. Staff will meet with school
representatives, property owners and transportation agency to identify alternatives.
GENERAL PLAN UPDATE/COMMUNITY SURVEY (25.20)
Mayor Lubeck stated that this was the time and place duly noted to consider concurring with General
Plan Committee recommendation to conduct a Town-wide community survey.
Council consensus to continue this item for two weeks so Council can have a sample of a quantitative
study.
JACKSON 150/ACCESSORY LIVING QUARTERS/REFUND OF FEES (26.09)
Mayor Lubeck stated that this was the time and place duly noted to consider request for refund of
development fees for proposed accessory living quarters. Property location: 150 Jackson. Property
Owner/Appellant: Yolanda Olsen. Architect: Twain Reed.
Motion by Mrs. Benjamin, seconded by Mr. Blanton, to deny the request, since the application has
gone through the DRC twice and through the Planning Commission where neighbors have
participated. Application fees are charged to pay for this process and the application received the full
services provided. Council noted that the fees are charged for all applications and are not refunded to
those projects which are denied. Carried by a vote of 3 ayes. Mr. Attaway and Mr. Hutchins absent.
COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE AMENDMENT (27.10)
Motion by Mrs. Benjamin, seconded by Mrs. Lubeck, that Council amend the Town
Council/Redevelopment Agency meeting Schedule for 1998-99 fiscal year cancelling the September
12, 1998 Joint Town Council/Parking Commission Study Session. Carried by a vote of 3 ayes. Mr.
Attaway and Mr. Hutchins absent.
COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS
Mayor Lubeck noted that the Council had a bacci ball team organized for the Cities Association
meeting this coming Thursday.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Lubeck adjourned this evening's meeting at 8:56 p.m.
ATTEST:Marian V. Cosgrove, Town Clerk
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