M 05-22-00TOWN OF LOS GATOS
CALIFORNIA
TOWN COUNCIL/PARKING AUTHORITY
JOINT REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
May 22, 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 6:10 p.m., Monday, May 22, 2000, in
joint regular session.
ROLL CALL
Present:Randy Attaway, Jan Hutchins, Linda Lubeck,
Joe Pirzynski and Mayor/Chairman 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 to Discuss Labor Negotiation Matter of
Unrepresented Employee: Town Manager with Town Negotiator: Gary Rogers, Personnel
Manager. No reportable action taken.
VERBAL COMMUNICATIONS
Mulberry Road Paving:
Christi Ross and friends, 14264 Mulberry Drive, asked for street repairs on Mulberry
Drive. Council will be adopting the CIP shortly and will identify the street repairs in that
document.
Bear Creek Open Space Preserve:
Joanne Rogers, 15287 Top of the Hill Road, asked for Council's support regarding the
Bear Creek Open Space Preserve. Council will agenize this issue for June 19, 2000.
General Plan Adoption:
Joanne Rogers, 15287 Top of the Hill Road, requested additional time for the community
to review the General Plan.
Town Government:
Ray Davis, resident, spoke in general about town government and offered his opinions.
Paul Dubois, 340 University Ave, disagreed with Mr. Davis' comments.
Egon Jensen, 182 Lester Lane, also opposed the statements of Mr. Davis.
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SCHEDULE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS (01.01)
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Informational report regarding currently scheduled public hearings was received and filed.
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COUNTY REFERRALS (02.47)
Motion by Mr. Hutchins, seconded by Mr. Pirzynski, that Council accept the report
concerning County Referrals:
NUMBER LOCATION APPLICATION REQUEST RECOMMENDATION
7741 16209 Maya Way Restifo Variance Approval if no garage
currently exists/One Condition
Carried unanimously.
PLANNING COMMISSION & DEPARTMENT MONTHLY STATUS REPORT (03.47)
Motion by Mr. Hutchins, seconded by Mr. Pirzynski, that Council accept and file informational
monthly status report regarding Planning Department. Carried unanimously.
RATIFICATION OF PAYROLL/APRIL 2000 (04.V)
Motion by Mr. Hutchins, seconded by Mr. Pirzynski, that Council ratify the check registers for the
payrolls of April 16, 2000 through April 29, 2000, paid on May 5, 2000, in the amount of
$400,010.59. Carried unanimously.
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE/RATIFICATION/APRIL 2000 (05.V)
Motion by Mr. Hutchins, seconded by Mr. Pirzynski, that Council ratify the accompanying check
registers for accounts payable invoices paid on April 28, 2000, and May 5, 2000 in the amount of
$649,634.73. Carried unanimously.
AMICUS BRIEF/HOME BUILDERS NORTHERN CALIF/VS/CITY OF NAPA (06.01)
Motion by Mr. Hutchins, seconded by Mr. Pirzynski, that Council authorize the Town Attorney to
join the Town Attorney to join the Town of Los Gatos in the amicus curiae brief in the case of
Associated Home Builders of Northern Californiz vs. City of Napa, California Court of appeal Case
#A090437, at no cost to Town. Carried unanimously.
PLANNING COMMISSION/COMMENDATION/SANDY DECKER/RESOLUTION 2000-47
(07.20)
Motion by Mr. Hutchins, seconded by Mr. Pirzynski, that Council adopt Resolution 2000-47
entitled, RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS COMMENDING SANDY
DECKER FOR HER SERVICE TO THE TOWN AS A MEMBER ON THE PLANNING
COMMISSION. Carried unanimously,
BRIDGE STRUCTURES/PROJECT 9935/SEISMIC RETROFIT/RESOLUTION 2000-48 (08.35)
Motion by Mr. Hutchins, seconded by Mr. Pirzynski, that Council adopt Resolution 2000-48
entitled, RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS APPROVING PLANS AND
SPECIFICATIONS FOR PROJECT 9935 - SEISMIC RETROFIT - TWO BRIDGE
STRUCTURES AND AUTHORIZE THE CLERK TO ADVERTISE FOR BIDS. This motion
includes the information received in this evening’s desk item. Carried unanimously.
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RETAINING WALLS/PROJECTS 00-04 & 00-05/OAK MEADOW PARK AND VILLA-PAGEANT
WAY/RESOLUTION 2000-49 (09.35)
Motion by Mr. Hutchins, seconded by Mr. Pirzynski, that Council adopt Resolution 2000-49
entitled, RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS APPROVING PLANS AND
SPECIFICATIONS FOR PROJECT 00-04 AND 00-05 - OAK MEADOW PARK AND
VILLA/PAGEANT WAY RETAINING WALL CONSTRUCTION AND AUTHORIZE THE
CLERK TO ADVERTISE FOR BIDS. This motion includes the information received in this
evening’s desk item. Carried unanimously.
COLLEGE AVENUE 300/NOVITIATE/GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT/ORDINANCE 2070
ZONE CHANGE FROM HILLSIDE RESIDENTIAL TO OPEN SPACE (12.46)
Mayor Blanton stated that this was the time and place duly noted to adopt ordinance for
Zone Change from HR- 2½ to RC. Zone Change application Z-99-1. Property Location:
300 College Avenue. Property Owner: California Province of the Society of Jesus.
Applicant: Ruth & Going, Inc.
Motion by Mr. Hutchins, seconded by Mr. Pirzynski, that Council adopt Ordinance 2070 entitled,
AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS AMENDING THE ZONING MAP
FROM HR 2 ½ TO RC - PROPERTY LOCATED AT 300 COLLEGE AVENUE. Carried
unanimously.
ANNEXATION/NOVITIATE #3/300 COLLEGE AVE/RESOLUTION 2000-51 (12A.14)
Motion by Mr. Hutchins, seconded by Mr. Pirzynski, that Council adopt Resolution 2000-51
entitled, RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS SUPPORTING PARTIAL
ANNEXATION OF NOVITIATE #3 TO THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS. Carried unanimously.
JOINT MINUTES OF MAY 1, 2000 (13A.V)
Motion by Mr. Hutchins, seconded by Mr. Pirzynski, that Council/Agency approve the Minutes of
May 1, 2000 Joint Council/Agency Study Session as submitted. Carried unanimously.
MINUTES OF MAY 1, 2000 (13B.V)
Motion by Mr. Hutchins, seconded by Mr. Pirzynski, that the Agency approve the Minutes of May
1, 2000 regular meeting as submitted. Carried unanimously.
HEARING
PRELIMINARY 2000-2001 AND 2001-2002 OPERATING BUDGET/HEARING (14.05)
Mayor Blanton stated that this was the time and place duly noted to hold public hearing to consider
Preliminary 2000-2001 and 2001-2002 Operating Budget.
Town Manager, David Knapp presented an overview of the two year budget and the budget
development process of the Town. He emphasized that the Town's budget is balanced and that the
Town does not run a deficit. The budget was developed following the Town's fiscal policy which
requires that current year operating expenditures be funded by current year revenues. He spoke of
the new position for sidewalk maintenance in the downtown; parks and medians maintenance
position; grant writing personnel; a Coordinator of Adult Services; rehabilitation of the
Neighborhood Center; Website Maintenance; MIS Technician; and Volunteer Coordinator. There
are several significant funding issues
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HEARING CONTINUED
PRELIMINARY 2000-2001 AND 2001-2002 OPERATING BUDGET CONT.
that may impact the budget in the next two years which are, Animal Control Services, Loss of
Motor Vehicle In-Lieu Fees and preparing for the National Pollution Discharge liabilities. General
Fund Revenue was identified from property taxes, sales and use taxes, licenses and permits,
intergovernmental, charges for services, fines and forfeitures and interest income. There were also
requests for unfunded items such as a fourth motorcycle officer; a school resource officer; a crime
prevention officer; a Senior Task Force case worker; Chamber of Commerce funding; and donation
to a National World War II Memorial.
The following people from the audience addressed this issue:
Diane McNutt, representing the Chamber of Commerce, has presented a fee for services. It
includes maintenance of the Town Web Site, information desk and brochures for distribution.
Pat Curtis, representing the Wildlife Center of Silicon Valley, thanked Council for its support.
Sara Lively, executive director for Next Door Solutions to Domestic Violence, spoke of the
program and thanked Council for its continued support.
Anne Dunham, 296 Garden Hill Drive, representing Youth Science Institute, thanked Council for
continued support, and the ability to offer scholarships to the summer program for low income
students.
Elaine Cardinale, 235 Belmont Ave, Art Docents of Los Gatos, thanked Council for their
continued support over 27 years.
Pat Lake, Director of the Teen and Family Counciling Center, thanked Council for its continued
support since 1983.
Lee Fargot, Co-president of A Place for Teens, requested continued support from the Town. He
noted the variety of services and programs which are scheduled at the center.
Deborah Kranefuss, 1199 Arroyo Seco Drive, Campbell, Director of Live Oak Senior Nutrition &
Service Center, spoke of the number of activities and services offered to the elderly by this program,
and noted the outreach and information services which have been operating in Los Gatos for twenty
six years.
Paul DuBois, Community Services Chair, asked that Council support the recommendations of the
Community Services Commission for funding the non-profit organizations and he supported the
Teen Center request.
Egon Jensen, 182 Lester Lane, asked for approval of the Senior Task Force case worker funding.
Ray Davis, resident, spoke on government issues and responsibilities.
No one else from the audience addressed this issue.
Motion by Mr. Attaway, seconded by Mr. Pirzynski, to close the public hearing. Carried
unanimously.
PRELIMINARY OPERATING BUDGET HEARING FOR 1998-1999
Departmental Expenditures:
Council reviewed the Proposed Operating Budget and made the following comments and decisions
concerning the content of the budget with the understanding that this is a document in progress and
may need some adjustments during the next two years.
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PRELIMINARY OPERATING BUDGET HEARING FOR 1998-1999
Departmental Expenditures:
Council Consensus:
∙The benefits offered to Councilmembers as employees of the Town will remain as shown in the
proposed budget.
∙The proposed Clerk’s budget will include a .5FTE deputy clerk for Municipal Clerk’s Index
upgrades and Website maintenance. Passport services were acknowledged and supported.
∙A retaining wall report will return to Council detailing current year work completed with next years’
budget and needs allocations.
∙Manager will return with report on the ratio of moving violation to injury accidents and its
comparison to other cities.
∙Video cameras in all police patrol vehicles are budgeted and will be funded by grants.
∙Town will make every effort to support its sewer maintenance program. Town’s program is more
sensitive to community’s needs than the West Valley Sanitation District. Town will request
additional funding from the District to upgrade our program to meet the new federal regulations
regarding pollution discharge responsibilities.
∙A Place for Teens funding was increased by $5,000.
∙The submittals of Community Grants reviewed by the Community Services Commission were
acknowledged by all Councilmembers.
∙Three motorcycle traffic officers will remain in this years’ budget.
∙The Chamber of Commerce will continue contracting with the Town for performance of services
benefitting the community in the amount of $41,000 over its present contract of $25,000. Contract
to be managed by Town Manager.
∙To consider that the World War II Memorial grant from the Town go to honor that generation by
contributing the funds to Senior programs in Town.
∙Case manager for Senior Adult Center approved, but improvements to the Neighborhood Center,
clarification of the case manager’s role and scope of service to be defined first.
∙Consider $12,000 to Bear Creek Open Space Preserve after staff checks on the mechanism Monte
Sereno is using to make its contribution.
The proposed budget will return to Council for adoption June 19, 2000
HAZARDOUS BRUSH/DECLARED A PUBLIC NUISANCE/RESOLUTION 2000-50 (10.22)
Motion by Mrs. Lubeck, seconded by Mr. Attaway, that Council adopt Resolution 2000-50
entitled, RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS DECLARING HAZARDOUS
VEGETATION (BRUSH) A PUBLIC NUISANCE AND PROVIDING FOR ABATEMENT.
Carried unanimously.
REDEVELOPMENT IMPLEMENTATION PLAN (15.V)
Mayor Blanton stated that this was the time and place duly noted to consider agreeing to a 5%
inflation rate for the purpose of projecting future redevelopment revenue and to consider
establishing list of priority projects that do not exceed $18 million.
Council discussion to prioritize streets and sidewalks. These lists will take into consideration the
storm drain and sanitary sewer reconstruction schedule. Underground work should be scheduled
before major resurfacing is committed to. Infra structure should be the #1 priority.
This item will appear again for discussion after Items 16, 17 & 11 are heard.
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DOWNTOWN PARKING MANAGEMENT PLAN (16.40)
Mayor Blanton stated that this was the time and place duly noted to consider Draft Downtown
Parking management Plan and authorize staff to issue a request for proposals for pay and display
units, in-car meters, permit/ticket system, and shuttle service.
The following people from the audience addressed this issue:
Penny Sink, 153 Wilder Ave, spoke in support of the parking plan implementation.
Cat Griffin, 122 Tait Ave, spoke about keeping all of the concerns of the residents on the table
during discussions and decision making.
Phil Micciche, 220 Alexander Ave, spoke for St. Mary’s parishioners, and the need to include them
in the parking management plan.
Kerri Benedetti, 113 Edelen Ave, asked for more details on the plan for allowing parking in the
residential districts, especially during weekends and evenings when the residents are at home.
Steve Skelton, 20 S. Santa Cruz Ave, asked that an impact study be done on the proposals before
decisions are made. How do businesses with private lots figure in this plan?
James Zuur, 1070 Louise Ave, San Jose, partner in Los Gatos Cinema, noted that he had not had
the opportunity to participate in this procedure until now. Pay for parking will terminate the Los
Gatos Cinema since parking is free at all other theaters nearby. Validated or free parking should be
made available, as this business is a magnate for bringing people to the downtown.
Kirk McKenzie, 12 Bayview Ave, believes that the size of this pay for parking program is too
grand to be in place for the holiday season this year. He questioned the use of the funds that will be
generated with this proposal.
Kurt Lemons, 54 N. Santa Cruz Ave, he asked that some areas remain free to park such as Miles
Ave. and the Park and Ride lot. The plan also needs methods to qualify the able bodied who can
walk further to work than others who may have physical limitations and safety concerns.
Larry Arzie, 32 N. Santa Cruz Ave, asked that the plan remain small and comfortable for our town.
Too large a plan will only be disbanded during years of financial recession.
No one else from the audience addressed this subject.
Motion by Mrs. Lubeck, seconded by Mr. Pirzynski, to authorize staff to issue request for
proposals for pay and display units, in-car meters, permit/ticket system, and shuttle service. Carried
unanimously.
DOWNTOWN PARKING IMPROVEMENT PLAN (17.40)
Mayor Blanton stated that this was the time and place duly noted to consider conceptual financing
options for the proposed Parking Lot 2 improvement and to consider directing staff to proceed with
final design service contract for Lot 2 with Gordon H. Chong Partners
Council Comments:
Mr. Attaway would like Council to move ahead on the proposal.
Mr. Pirzynski knows that the structure will be aesthetically pleasing.
Mr. Hutchins would like more small town charm with a simple two tier lot.
Mrs. Lubeck noted that there are several possible funding mechanisms to finance the lot which will
be discussed over the next few months.
The following people from the audience address this subject:
Rex Morton, 51 University, Suite I, asked for a more economical lot with additional parking
spaces.
Larry Arzie, 32 N. Santa Cruz Ave., asked for a lot designed like Lot 4, simple with more spaces
and far less costly.
DOWNTOWN PARKING IMPROVEMENT CONT.
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Egon Jensen, 182 Lester, asked for downtown business participation in a parking assessment
district. Any business building on the Boulevard or other Los Gatos location is expected to provide
sufficient parking for their building’s needs.
No one else from the audience addressed this subject.
Motion by Mr. Attaway, seconded by Mrs. Lubeck, that Council direct staff to proceed with final
design services contract with Gordon H. Chong Partners for Lot 2. Carried by a vote of 4 ayes.
Mr. Hutchins voted no.
LOS GATOS BOULEVARD 14801/BURTON ROAD 16185/SERVICE STATION/DENIAL (11.09)
Mayor Blanton stated that this was the time and place duly noted to consider adoption of
resolution denying appeal of Planning Commission decision denying a zone change from R-1:8 to
CH, a Negative Declaration, an Architecture and Site Application, and a Conditional Use Permit to
demolish a service station and single family residence to construct a new service station with a
convenience store and carwash. Development Application DEV-98-010. Project Application PRJ-
98-213. Negative Declaration ND-98-0017. Property Location: 14801 Los Gatos Boulevard and
16185 Burton Road. Property Owners/Appellant: William Errico & Dennis Chegwin, Eugene
Gonzales, Trustee. Applicant: Service Station Properties.
The following person from the audience addressed the issue:
Bill Errico, 236 University Ave, requested reconsideration of the denial for rezoning of one portion
of the parcel from R-1:8 to CH. This would allow for further consideration of other design options
for this location.
Motion by Mr. Attaway, seconded by Mr. Hutchins, to continue this item for a reconsideration.
Carried unanimously.
REDEVELOPMENT IMPLEMENTATION PLAN (15.V)
Mayor Blanton stated that this was the time and place duly noted to consider agreeing to a 5%
inflation rate for the purpose of projecting future redevelopment revenue and to consider
establishing list of priority projects that do not exceed $18 million.
Council discussion to prioritize streets and sidewalks. These lists will take into consideration the
storm drain and sanitary sewer reconstruction schedule. Underground work should be scheduled
before major resurfacing is committed to. Infra structure should be the #1 priority.
This item appeared earlier for discussion before Items 16, 17 & 11 were heard.
Motion by Mr. Attaway, seconded by Mrs. Lubeck, that a 5% inflation rate for the purpose of
projecting future Redevelopment Revenue be used. Carried unanimously.
Strong Council Consensus reiterating the prior commitment to revitalization of the infra structure
in an orderly manner addressing underground work first and streets second.
Mr. Blanton and Mr. Pirzynski noted that in this proposal there were RDA funds committed for
library construction that would allow for state grants of matching funds.
Mrs. Lubeck thinks another funding source, other that RDA, should be identified for the library.
REDEVELOPMENT IMPLEMENTATION PLAN CONT.
Discussion of Library Construction:
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Librarian, Gloria Grimes, addressed the funding for library construction. She explained that
(according to Prop 14) the state will be issuing invitations for applications for library construction
funds in about a year’s time. The Town must dedicate 35% of the construction costs (which is
approximately 4.2 million) in order to apply for the state funding. The estimated total cost for a
new public library in Los Gatos is 12 million of which state funding would be 7.8 million. Over
and above the 4.2 million are associated costs such as hiring an architect to do construction
documents and project budget. These documents are necessary for the state application and for
going to the community for a bond issue. The Town’s figure for participation may drop to 2.5
million since the purchase of property can be included as a portion of the Town’s matching funds.
State funding and town bonds will not cover the furniture and shelving for a new library. Some
town funds will have to be identified and allocated for the library. Mrs Grimes asked that Council
assess the town’s portion of funding for library construction but not remove that funding from the
budget.
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FOR 2000-2005 (18.05)
Mayor Blanton stated that this was the time and place duly noted to consider adopting resolution
approving the 2000-2005 Capital Improvement Program.
Mrs. Lubeck asked for a report on the retaining walls. She does not think we finished the ones on
last year’s list and would like to know when they will be completed and what new ones will be
added.
The following people addressed this issue:
Christi Ross, 14264 Mulberry Drive, asked to have Mulberry on the street repair list for this year.
Peter Groot, 6323 Paso los Cerritos, San Jose, also requested repairs on this street.
Sandy Decker, 45 Glen Ridge, asked that a systems analysis be done for the streets and parking.
Ray Davis, spoke about pavement management system.
Deacon Anthony Hernandez, St. Basil the Great Catholic Church, also lent support for repaving
Mulberry street in the near future.
Council Consensus for staff to return with a comprehensive overview of our town streets reporting
the most economic way to rehabilitate the most streets in the shortest period of time. The report to
accompany the budget on June 19, 2000 and be comprehensive enough for Council to act on at that
time.
COUNCIL REPORTS (25.10)
Mayor Blanton spoke of attending the League of Cities Meeting , and of the $250,000 available to
cities if they make application.
Rex Morton asked how the town was to keep the cost down on Lot 2. Mr. Blanton asked that the
Council and public keep assessed of the project and keep an eye on the costs.
Mayor Blanton announced that the Mayor’s Meeting would be canceled this Wednesday.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Mr. Hutchins, seconded by Mr. Pirzynski, to adjourn this evening's meeting at 9:20
p.m. Carried unanimously.
ATTEST:Marian V. Cosgrove, Town Clerk
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