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M 09-18-00TOWN OF LOS GATOS CALIFORNIA TOWN COUNCIL/PARKING AUTHORITY JOINT REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY September 18, 2000/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 7:31 p.m., Monday, September 18, 2000, in joint regular session. ROLL CALL Present:Randy Attaway, Jan Hutchins, Linda Lubeck, Joe Pirzynski and Chairman/Mayor Steve Blanton. Absent:None PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Given by all in attendance. CLOSED SESSION Town Attorney, Orry Korb, reported that Council had met in Closed Session prior to this evening’s meeting pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6, (Conference with Labor Negotiator). Town Negotiator (Lead): James W. Piper, Assistant Town Manager/Personnel Officer and Employee Organization: Police Officers' Association, (POA). Council gave direction to Town Negotiator but no reportable actions were taken tonight. SKATEBOARD PARK SUB-COMMITTEE/PRESENTATION (00.33) Mayor Blanton introduced Steve Glickman, April Maiten and Sherri Richter who gave a presentation on the possibilities of a Skateboard Park in Los Gatos. April Maiten, Parks Commissioner, requested funding for a skateboard park in Los Gatos. She delineated the research that has been done so far, noting a 10,000 square foot area, supervision needs, protective gear enforcement, and the need for funding of $350,000. She spoke of survying neighbors in the suggested locations. She asked Council to fund a feasibility study. Steve Glickman, presented a video on skateboard parks. He spoke of State Legislation in 1997 which declared skateboarding a hazardous sport thus relieving government of overwhelming responsibility and potential liability. He spoke of three possible locations at Lark and Winchester, Blossom Hill Park, and Oak Meadow Park. Sherri Richter, Parks Commissioner, listed the pros and cons of the sites and had a report to give to Council. Winchester/Lark site is of sufficient size for a park, landscaping, and parking lot, and is in a commercial area which helps with the noise and traffic problems impacting a residential area. Blossom Hill site is associated with sports theme already, with a baseball field, tennis courts and soccer events being held there. It is centered where a majority of schools are located making it easily accessed by the young people who would use it. Oak Meadow Park was also addressed. Andy Richter, spoke of a neighborhood survey conducted in the vicinity of Lark & Winchester location and the Blossom Hill Park site. The main concerns were hours of operation and supervision which the sub-committee has addressed. Motion by Mr. Attaway, seconded by Mr. Hutchins, to pull Item 9 concerning Skateboard Park, and discuss it now due to the number of young people present in the audience. Carried unanimously. TC:D11:MM091800 SKATEBOARD PARK SUB-COMMITTEE REPORT AND DISCUSSION (09.33) The following people from the audience addressed this issue: Ray Davis, resident, asked that Los Gatos do a joint effort with neighboring communities on creating a skateboard park in a location away from residential areas. Will Calhoun, 16298 Robie Lane, asked for a skateboard park to help protect the businesses and property owners from the damage created by skateboarders using buildings and curbs, stairs and rails for skateboard practice. Mario Vargas, 13500 Quito Road, Saratoga, Executive Director of the Southwest YMCA, noted that their service area incorporates Los Gatos. He spoke of the Y being heavily into the support, financing and supervision of skateboard parks in other jurisdictions. He offered the Y’s assistance in this venture, in the development, building and running of operations. He has participated in the building of other parks and offers assistance with this proposal and notes the Y’s ability to procure proper insurance. Debbie Gary, 329 Westhill, does not want any park site torn apart to establish one of these structures. She favors beautifying the Lark/Winchester site, turning it into a park where you can also skateboard. John Freier, 17356 El Rancho Avenue, favors the skatepark and mentioned placing the fines paid for skateboarding into a fund toward building a park. John Tice, mentioned the lack of sidewalks leading to the Lark/Winchester site, and that that might become an issue since most of the users will be arriving on their skateboards and it is a safety concern. Jeff Kendall-Weed, 25525 Mt. Bache Road, mentioned the BMX bikers, and that the design of the park can incorporate bike ramps as well as skateboard ramps. The more kids that can be served by this facility the better. Martha Kendall, 25525 Mt. Bache Road, supported the park. Lisa Dobey, 29 Orchard Street, addressed skateboarding as a sport that has no field to perform on as the traditional sports do. She asked Council’s support of the proposal especially at Blossom Hill which is central to the schools. Motion by Mrs. Lubeck, seconded by Mr. Hutchins, that the Lark & Winchester site and the Blossom Hill Park site be evaluated, and that staff and the subcommittee evaluate those locations and report back to Council: and that Council authorize up to $25,000 for staff and the subcommittee to retain a skateboard park design expert to complete a feasibility study, conceptual design, and preliminary budget for a skateboard park. (Discussion: Interim Manager, Les White, suggested that after looking at locations the consultant return to Council with an evaluation of the sites. After Council makes selection, other work can be authorized. Mayor Blanton asked that the safety issues at Lark & Winchester and Blossom Hill School be carefully considered and that the residential and business communities in these areas be included in the evaluations. Mr. Perzynski, asked that the suggestions regarding partnerships, funding mechanisms, supervisory mechanisms, established methodology for construction, broad range feasibility study, accessibility and sidewalks be included in the analysis. Randy Attaway asked for notification of neighbors early in the conceptual planning so as to work their concerns into a successful project.) TC:D11:MM091800 Town Council Minutes September 18, 2000 Redevelopment Agency Los Gatos, California Motion carried unanimously. BLOOMATHON/SHIR HADASH MEN’S CLUB/BRUCE PREVILE PRESERVATION (00.28) Mayor Blanton introduced Bruce Previl, President of the Shir Hadash Men’s Club who reported on the event of the past weekend. 28 hundred bulbs were planted all over town on September 4 th with the help of forty volunteers and the vice mayor. The Town Plaza, fire stations, and Shir Hadash were a few of the locations mentioned. He also thanked the volunteers and organizations for their help. SCHEDULE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS (01.28) Informational report regarding currently scheduled public hearings was received and filed. PLANNING COMMISSION/PLANNING DEPARTMENT MONTHLY STATUS REPORT (02.38) Informational report regarding activity of Planning Commission and Department was received and filed. TREASURER'S REPORT/JULY 2000 (03.V) Informational report submitted by the Treasurer to the Council for the month ended July 31, 2000, was received and filed. RATIFICATION OF PAYROLL/AUGUST-SEPTEMBER 2000 (04.V) Motion by Mr. Attaway, seconded by Mr. Hutchins, that Council ratify the check registers for the payroll of August 20, 2000 through September 2, 2000 paid on September 8, 2000 in the amount of $414,040.40. Carried unanimously. ACCOUNTS PAYABLE/RATIFICATION/SEPTEMBER 2000 (05.V) Motion by Mr. Attaway, seconded by Mr. Hutchins, that Council ratify the accompanying check registers for accounts payable invoices paid on September 1, 2000, and September 8, 2000 in the amount of $260,816.59. Carried unanimously. MINUTES OF SEPTEMBER 11, 2000 (06B.V) Staff removed this item from the agenda VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR/RESOLUTION 2000-109 (07.25) Motion by Mr. Attaway, seconded by Mr. Hutchins, that Council approve transfer of .50 FTE Volunteer Coordinator position from the Library to the Community Services Department, accept donation of up to $13,900 from Library Trust Fund and adopt Resolution 2000-109 entitled, RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS AMENDING THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS POSITION AND CLASSIFICATION PLAN FOR FISCAL YEAR 2000-2001. Carried unanimously. COMPUTER AIDED DISPATCH/RECORDS MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (10.35) SERVICE AGREEMENT/TIBURON INC./POLICE DEPARTMENT/RESOLUTION 2000-110 Motion by Mr. Attaway, seconded by Mr. Hutchins, that Council adopt Resolution 2000-110 entitled, RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS AUTHORIZING THE TOWN MANAGER TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH TIBURON, INC. FOR AN EXTENDED SERVICE MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT. Carried unanimously. TC:D11:MM091800 3 Town Council Minutes September 18, 2000 Redevelopment Agency Los Gatos, California FACILITIES COORDINATOR/ TRAINING PAY/AFSCME/RESOLUTION 2000-111 (11.28) Motion by Mr. Attaway, seconded by Mr. Hutchins, that Council adopt Resolution 2000-111 entitled, RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS AUTHORIZING THE INTERIM TOWN MANAGE TO EXECUTE A SIDE LETTR OF AGREEMENT WITH AFSCME LOCAL 101, ESTABLISHING TRAINING PAY FOR THE FACILITIES COORDINATOR. Carried unanimously. WEDGEWOOD AVENUE/LOT 1/LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT/RESOLUTION 2000-112 (12.35) Motion by Mr. Attaway, seconded by Mr. Hutchins, that Council adopt Resolution 2000-112 entitled, RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS GRANTING IN PART AN APPEAL OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION DECISION APPROVING A REQUEST TO CONSTRUCT A NEW SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE AND A DETACHED GARAGE WHICH EXCEEDS 450 SQUARE FEET IN AN AREA AND TO RELOCATE A LOT LINE ON PROPERTY ZONE R-1:8. Carried unanimously. WEDGEWOOD AVENUE /LOT 2/LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT/RESOLUTION 2000-113 (13.35) Motion by Mr. Attaway, seconded by Mr. Hutchins, that Council adopt Resolution 2000-113 entitled, RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS GRANTING IN PART AN APPEAL OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION DECISION APPROVING A REQUEST TO CONSTRUCT A NEW SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE AND A DETACHED GARAGE WHICH EXCEEDS 450 SQUARE FEET IN AN AREA AND TO RELOCATE A LOT LINE ON PROPERTY ZONE R-1:8. Carried unanimously. BROADWAY 69/RESIDENTIAL REMODEL/RESOLUTION 2000-114 (14.15) Motion by Mr. Attaway, seconded by Mr. Hutchins, that Council adopt resolution 2000-114 entitled, RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS GRANTING AND REMANDING AN APPEAL OF A DECISION FROM THE PLANNING COMMISSION APPROVING A REQUEST TO DEMOLISH A MAIN STRUCTURE WHICH INCLUDES A SECONDARY DWELLING UNIT AND TO CONSTRUCT A NEW SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE ON PROPERTY ZONED R-1D:LHP. Carried unanimously. CHECK AND BANK ACCOUNT SIGNATORY/FINANCE DIRECTOR/ORDINANCE 2073 (15.09) Motion by Mr. Attaway, seconded by Mr. Hutchins, that Council adopt Ordinance 2073 entitled, ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS AMENDING SECTION 2.30.025 REGARDING DELEGATION OF CERTAIN DUTIES. Carried unanimously. VERBAL COMMUNICATIONS Chamber of Commerce: Diane McNutt, requested funding for relocating the central office for the Chamber. They have Public Information centered at the Bank of America on North Santa Cruz, and business operations located in a sub-leased space at 59-B N. Santa Cruz. The Chamber would like to put these two operations together. She requested that the Council recognize the Chamber of Commerce as a unique retail use that would be appropriate for the downtown commercial district, so that the Chamber can move ahead with the lease of street level space to coordinate and run its retail/office/information type business, which supports all other businesses, residents and visitors in Los Gatos. (Council consensus to return this item to Council at the next meeting with suggestions as to how to meet the Chambers needs.) VERBAL COMMUNICATIONS CONT. General Government comments: TC:D11:MM091800 4 Town Council Minutes September 18, 2000 Redevelopment Agency Los Gatos, California Ray Davis, resident, spoke about the General Plan and the Nina Court appeal. University Avenue Pavement Repair: Bill Errico, 236 University Ave, asked for University to be on the list for full repair this fiscal year. He also requested additional safety measures to be used on the street to slow down traffic. He noted the safety concerns associated with this street, requested three way stops at Bachman and Royce, and reduced speed limits. Library Network Downtime: John Tice, asked that Council have staff generate a report on how often the Library and Town server is down and what the Town can do about it. Town Manager suggested that staff would have a report by the next Council meeting. Certificates of Compliance and Lot Mergers: Linda Lubeck, Council member, requested a staff report on potential lot mergers where lots that have been co-owned by the same owner for many years and enjoyed as one lot, can possibly be merged. What policies are used in other communities? What can the Town do? When could the Town initiate a lot merger? Council consensus to review a staff report on this subject, and consider the possibilities. PUBLIC HEARINGS NINA COURT 130/FOUR LOT SUBDIVISION/APPEAL Mayor Blanton announced that this was the time and place so noted for public hearing to consider an appeal of the decision of the Planning Commission denying a request to subdivide a residential parcel into four lots and to demolish a pre-1941 single family residence on property zoned R-1:10. Property Location: 130 Nina court. Property Owner: Jerrell Wilson, Paul Boone. Applicant: Dividend Homes, Inc. Appellant: Richard B. Oliver. The following people from the audience addressed this item: Skip Spiering, with Dividend Homes, spoke of the study session with the neighbors and plans developed from that meeting. Noted that the subdivision meets all of the Town Codes, and mentioned the public improvements on Causey Lane. Spoke of the soils report and noted that no toxic waste was found on site. Traffic study did not pose additional neighborhood problems. Willis Flood, 131 Pinta Court, spoke of the neighborhood meeting, noting that a large majority of the neighbors reached a consensus on a compromise position. He submitted a list and graph for the record. James McManis, 160 W. Santa Clara St., legal representative for the neighbors, spoke of the envolvement of community. Greg Slack, 1565 Meridian Ave., speaking from a developers viewpoint, believed that this project should be completed under a planned development application. Richard Meehan, 777 Hermosa Way, Menlo Park, geotechnical engineer, spoke of the stability of the hill with the introduction of landscape watering and the need for identification of the prior use of the existing steel tank. TC:D11:MM091800 5 Town Council Minutes September 18, 2000 Redevelopment Agency Los Gatos, California Lloyd Smith, 321 W. Main St., spoke in support of the neighbors’ compromise solution. Robert Griffith, 108 Via Santa Maria, spoke in support of the neighbors’ compromise and against the proposal as submitted by the developer. Steve Delva, 108 Pinta Court, opposed to the project. PUBLIC HEARINGS CONTINUED NINA COURT 130/FOUR LOT SUBDIVISION/CONT. Speakers continued: Scott Radonich, 139 Pinta Court, spoke against the proposed road to access the subdivision. He spoke of lights, engine noise and fumes, and insufficient landscape screening. Pat O’Laughlin, 54 Chestnut Ave., spoke concerning the study session and the need for negotiation to have occurred among the parties. Laverne Nolan, 123 Pinta Court, approved the removal of the blighted conditions that exist, but would like better tree protection and a security bond for protection of her property during this development. Ray Davis, resident, spoke of the three lot subdivision supported by the neighborhood. Robert Bixler, 104 Pinta Court, spoke in favor of the proposal and would prefer four smaller homes to three larger ones. He wanted homes to match the neighborhood he lives in. Sandy Decker, 45 Glen Ridge, spoke of the intent of the new General Plan noting the following issues relating to this subdivision: residential impact; dramatic change in topography; loss of an historical home; and increased congestion John Spaur, 132 Nina Court, spoke in support of the four lot subdivision. Skip Spiering, with Dividend Homes, summarized the reasons he believes the proposal is appropriate. Willis Flood, 131 Pinta Court, readdressed his opposition to the project. There was no one else from the audience to speak to the issue. Motion by Mr. Attaway, seconded by Mr. Pirzynski, to close the public hearing. Carried unanimously. Motion by Mr. Pirzynski, to deny the appeal and accept the decision of the Planning Commission with the stated findings of the Commission. Motion dies for lack of a second. Council Comments: Mr. Attaway noted the work that went into the Planned Development. He watched the neighborhood coalition become stronger to block the PD. Developer followed Town’s instructions for a standard subdivision because the neighborhood said it would not accept a PD. Now the neighbors don’t want the subdivision Mr. Attaway feels there is strong direction for law suite. Therefore he believes he should approve three lots and mitigate some concerns on both sides of the issue. Mrs. Lubeck, seconds Mr. Attaway in most part. Because of the threat of litigation Mrs. Lubeck is stating for the record the following considerations: staff created wording to specifically handle the possibility of double frontage lots; geologic concerns and concerns regarding the tank were covered in reports; there is no conflict of interest with the traffic engineer; the road is not substandard and it does meet Town’s requirements; quoting the General Plan, “consideration shall be given to siting the homes for privacy , livability, protection of natural planned wildlife habitats, TC:D11:MM091800 6 Town Council Minutes September 18, 2000 Redevelopment Agency Los Gatos, California migration corridors, adequate solar access, wind conditions; siting shall take advantage of scenic views but should not create significant ecological or visual impacts effecting open space, or public places or other properties;” addressing limited mass grading: this developer has sited the homes on the flatest portion of the property to minimize the amount of grading on the parcel; the four lot subdivision creates lots more in keeping with the neighborhood and allows the homes to be kept down in size. Mrs. Lubeck will continue to address the size of the homes being compatible to the neighborhood. Having reread the General Plan and the PUBLIC HEARINGS CONTINUED NINA COURT 130/FOUR LOT SUBDIVISION/CONT. Council Comments continued: Hillside Specific Plan, she believes this project does not violate any of the guidelines found in these documents. She believes that a standard subdivision with the road is more in keeping with the area than with what the neighbors asked for which violates sections of the General Plan, specifically the corridor lot section. A standard subdivision, with the road and the cul-de-sac meets all of the Town’s criteria and is what Council should approve. Motion by Mr. Attaway, seconded by Mr. Hutchins, to remand the application to Planning Commission with the direction to accept alternate three, making the project a standard subdivision with three lots and a standard road, and that staff review any questions concerning the tank and other issues. This is being returned to the Commission because of new information that was presented to Council. Carried unanimously. SHANNON ROAD 14411/HORSE STABLE & ARENA/APPEAL Mayor Blanton announced that this was the time and place so noted for public hearing to consider an appeal of the decision of the Planning Commission approving a request to demolish a pre-1941 residence and to construct a new residence and a caretakers unit for a horse boarding and training facility on a property zoned HR-5. Architecture and Site Application S-00-5. Conditional Use Permit U-00-5. Property Location: 14411 Shannon Road. Property Owner/Applicant: William and Sandra Swietzer. Appellant: Steve Trolan. The following people from the audience spoke to this issue: Karen Trolan, 14677 Shannon Road, spoke of health, safety and esthetics regarding this proposal. Health due to traffic, dust, odors and impacts to neighbors. Safety due to increased traffic using this road and driveway, and some increased possibilities of fire hazards. Esthetics of the hillside and the views from the neighboring residential home sites, including the impact of a commercial venture in a residential zone. Sandra & Bill Sweitzer, 14151 Woodview Lane, they detailed the work done with staff in designing this project and meeting all Town Codes. They explained how they had worked with all County and State agencies regarding impacts that this facility might have. They have met all rules and regulations and appeared before two Planning Commission meetings where neighborhood concerns were addressed and mitigation methods were incorporated in the proposal. Low impact exterior lighting plan; manure disposal plan; fly abatement plan; drainage plan; fire department plan; riparian corridor plan; specific building materials for barn and building; and with all of that attended to the project was approved. They are agreeable to abide by all the conditions outlined by the Commission with the exception of three. One is the deed restriction on the property. They would like that condition placed on the Conditional Use Permit. They have no plans on developing or sub-dividing. Their first request was for 17 horses with three of their own. This was diminished TC:D11:MM091800 7 Town Council Minutes September 18, 2000 Redevelopment Agency Los Gatos, California to 14 horses including their own three. Times of operation needed to be after working hours of 5 or 5:30 in the evening and one hour to operate after that would not be viable with the type of service and class they are offering. John Lincoln, 14180 Shannon Road, as the closest neighbor to the Sweitzers, he is in full support of the proposal. His property is the only one with a direct view of the home and arena. He spoke of the owners addressing all of the concerns of the neighbors. PUBLIC HEARINGS CONTINUED SHANNON ROAD 14411/HORSE STABLE & ARENA/CONT. Speakers continued: Ed Mac Beth, 14205 Shannon Road, asked that Council support this proposal for the Town, to keep the use and activity of that area as it was used historically. Kris Black, Los Gatos, she asked that the project be approved. Jeanne Lyon, 450 Santa Rosa Drive, she abuts the property and is totally in favor of the proposal, noting the area that is left to open space and the lights being under a roof. Michael Burke, 16769 Hicks Road, spoke of the General Plan and the total community plan for Los Gatos. He mentioned the hills and the need to preserve them as they have been historically. He noted that this project was a perfect example of preserving the historic nature and use of the area. It precludes a hillside of new homes and continues the agricultural and natural use of the land,including open space. Richard Steranka, 460 Santa Rosa Drive, is in support of the proposal and believes it lends to the overall esthetics of the neighborhood, by preserving the rural nature. Claire Sweitzer, 14151 Woodview Lane, asked for support of the proposal for an equestrian facility. Kelly Sweitzer, 14151 Woodview Lane, noted the 22 acres of the 25 acre parcel that was being dedicated to open space. She believes the community needs this dedication and requested the approval of the project. Edwin Sayre, 218 Brooke Acres Drive, is in favor of the proposal, noting the people in the area who appreciate the opportunity to have an equestrian facility. Peter Lert, 25500 Adams Road, spoke of his efforts in establishing a green belt for the bay area. This did not materialize but he is very supportive of any attempts to preserve some of the remaining open space. He spoke of the nature of agricultural enterprise to identify this proposal, and the need for it to be self supporting if it is to preserve the open space. Herb Weinman, 14475 Shannon Road, an adjacent neighbor spoke against this facility in this location. Beverly Weinman, 14475 Shannon Road, opposed the project due to size, noise and the commercial nature of the enterprise. Sam Prather, 16494 Harwood Road, he spoke of the closure of stables over time, and the wonderful nature of the Shannon Road as a locale for horses and associated activities has been eroded. He is very supportive of this proposal and its attention to detail. Fariba Soroosh, 135 Arroyo Del Rancho, is very much against this proposal. She considers the project a commercial enterprise in a residential neighborhood. She does not want this impact on the peaceful valley, with the effects of noise, traffic, lights, smells and associated activities. Ray Elam, 14915 Shannon Road, spoke of his stable and boarding facility for eighteen horses a quarter of a mile away. He has never received a complaint from his neighbors concerning flies, dust, noise or manure. The people using his facility come after work to ride and may stay until 9:00 p.m. caring for their horses. He submitted a petition in support of this proposal that preserves the rural atmosphere. Bob Chimenti, 67 Ellenwood Ave, supported the proposal due to preservation of the rural TC:D11:MM091800 8 Town Council Minutes September 18, 2000 Redevelopment Agency Los Gatos, California atmosphere, and would prefer to see this facility and use on that acreage, to the land being subdivided for a few monster homes. Eileen Fritch, 14560 Deer Park Court, spoke in support of the proposal and does not believe a facility dedicated to dressage could possibly generate any substantial amount of traffic. Ray Davis, resident, spoke about environmental issues concerned with mining in the vacinity. PUBLIC HEARINGS CONTINUED SHANNON ROAD 14411/HORSE STABLE & ARENA/CONT. Speakers continued: Steve Lyon, 450 Santa Rosa Drive, there are absolutely no code problems associated with this development at all and he supports its approval. Michael Kokihos, 14075 Arnerich Road, spoke of existing stables that are now holding shows up until 9:00 p.m. These stables are in the same area and haven’t presented a problem to the neighbors before. He is very much in favor of the proposed project Priscilla Albright, 14550 Shannon Road, spoke against the commercial venture operating in a residential area. Sharon Goodrich, 24331 Loma Prieta Road, was supportive of the proposal and excited to have a training facility available to the community and associated with Los Gatos. Karen Trolan, 14677 Shannon Road, spoke of health, safety and the commercial enterprise, and reiterated her reasons for opposing this project. Sandra & Bill Sweitzer, 14151 Woodview Lane, restated their adherence to all zoning codes and mitigation requests from staff and community, and their desire to continue working on the use permit to meet everyone’s needs. No one else from the audience addressed this issue Motion by Mr. Attaway, seconded by Mr. Pirzynski, to close the public hearing. Carried unanimously. Council comments: Los Gatos as a community has a need to maintain its open hills and rural atmosphere and the activities that have been historically associated with its rural ambiance. The preservation of open space, the granted easement for an equestrian trail, and the preservation of the existing agricultural use are goals and directives of the newly adopted General Plan. This proposal is offering a service to Los Gatos residents in maintaining an equestrian use during a time when stables are closing, and property is being developed with large homes that have no sympathy with the surrounding rural atmosphere. Motion by Mr. Hutchins, seconded by Mr. Attaway, to uphold the Planning Commission and grant the appeal in part by adding the following conditions to the Conditional use Permit: There will be a maximum of 17 horses boarded on the property. Times of operation will be 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. on weekdays; 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturdays; and 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sundays. Carried by a vote of 4 ayes. Mr. Blanton voted no due to the large intensification of use in a residential area. TC:D11:MM091800 9 Town Council Minutes September 18, 2000 Redevelopment Agency Los Gatos, California STOP SIGNS ON BICKNELL AND MOORE (08.41) Motion by Mr. Blanton, seconded by Mr. Attaway, to place stop signs at Bicknell and Moore. Carried by a vote of 4 ayes. Mrs. Lubeck voted no. DOWNTOWN HOLIDAY PARKING PROGRAM (18.34) Council and public made comment on the following items from the report: Increased enforcement on Sundays was discussed and there was consensus to proceed with this action only during the holiday season. By consensus resurfacing of Lots 1 & 2 would begin right away to be done before the season commences. Issues concerning University Ave. will be discussed at a public meeting to be held September 26 th and return to Council on the October 2, 2000 agenda. Sandy Decker, 45 Glen Ridge, asked that the bus depot lot be made available for parking during the holiday season. Many employees could take advantage of this location rather than moving their cars about all day. SANTA CLARA VALLEY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY (VTA)/RESOLUTION 2000-115 A MEASURE ON NOVEMBER 7TH BALLOT/ 1/2 CENT SALES TAX (19.41) Carl Guardino, representing Measure A on the November Ballot requested Council’s support. Sandy Decker, 45 Glen Ridge, spoke against the $2 billion dollar, ½ cent, 30 year obligation to build BART from Freemont to San Jose. It will take ten years to build and does not connect the bulk of residential to major commercial and job markets. It siphons money from other transit projects and will jeopardize the Los Gatos light rail connection for our residents. Motion by Mr. Attaway, seconded by Mr. Hutchins, that Council adopt Resolution 2000-115 entitled, RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS SUPPORTING SANTA CLARA VALLEY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY (VTA) PLACEMENT ON THE NOVEMBER 7, 2000, STATEWIDE BALLOT, A MEASURE AUTHORIZING VTA TO ENACT A ONE- HALF CENT SALES TAX FOR TRANSIT PURPOSES FOR A PERIOD OF 30 YEARS. Carried unanimously. HILLSIDE DEVELOPMENT/FIRE PREVENTION POLICY (20.33) Motion by Mr. Attaway, seconded by Mr. Hutchins, that Council authorize the preparation of a Fire Prevention Policy in the hillsides. The hillside design guidelines should be ready for Council review by the Fall of 2001. Carried unanimously. MINUTES OF SEPTEMBER 5, 2000 (06A.V) Motion by Mrs. Lubeck, seconded by Mr. Hutchins, that Council approve the Joint Town Council/ Redevelopment Agency Minutes of September 5, 2000, as amended on page 7, under the Motion for 69 Broadway, with the deletion of the words, “and remove the south porch.” Carried unanimously. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Blanton adjourned this evening's meeting at 12:00 p.m. TC:D11:MM091800 10 Town Council Minutes September 18, 2000 Redevelopment Agency Los Gatos, California ATTEST:Marian V. Cosgrove, Town Clerk TC:D11:MM091800 11