M 04-19-04TOWN OF LOS GATOS
CALIFORNIA
TOWN COUNCIL/PARKING AUTHORITY
JOINT REDEVELOPMENT
APRIL 19, 2004 / MINUTES
Los Gatos Civic Center
110 E. Main Street
Los Gatos, CA 95030
TIME ITEM ACTION ON ITEM
7:00
PM
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 7:00 p.m., Monday, April 19, 2004, in a joint
regular session.
7:00 ROLL CALL Present:Sandy Decker, Diane McNutt, Joe Pirzynski, Mike
Wasserman and Mayor/Chairman Glickman.
Absent:None
7:00 PLEDGE OF
ALLEGIANCE
The audience was invited to participate in the Pledge of Allegiance.
7:01 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 regarding Conference with Labor Negotiator. Town
Negotiator Gary Rogers, Human Resources Director with the
following: TEA Negotiations; AFSCME Negotiations; Confidential
Employees; and Management Employees. Council gave direction.
There was no final action taken.
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(a) regarding
Conference with Legal Counsel. Town of Los Gatos vs. Bank One in
Santa Clara County Superior Court Action CV815489. Council gave
direction. There was no final action taken.
7:02 COMMENDATIONS COMMENDATIONS
PARKS COMMISSION Mayor Glickman presented Commendations to Debbie Gary and April
Maiten from the Town of Los Gatos for their years of service on the
Parks Commission. Both Ms Gary and Ms Maiten were present to
receive their commendations and express appreciation for having been
able to serve the Town in this manner over the years.
7:05 ACCEPTANCE ACCEPTANCE OF GIFT
MC CLENDON
BEQUEST TO
TOWN LIBRARY
Mayor Glickman accepted a bequest to the Los Gatos Public Library
for Children’s Services from the estate of the late Susan E. (Betty)
McClendon from Barbara Baggerly, her long-time close friend.
Mayor Glickman thanked Ms Baggerly and the estate for the generous
contribution to the Los Gatos Public Library.
7:14 PROCLAMATION PROCLAMATION
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NATIONAL PUBLIC
SAFETY
DISPATCHERS WEEK
Mayor Glickman presented a Proclamation from the Town to the
Police Department honoring the Public Safety Dispatchers of our
Nation. Police Chief Seaman was present to receive the Proclamation
from the Town and noted the dedicated work of our own dispatchers
serving the community with the Los Gatos-Mote Sereno Police
Department.
7:15
PM
CONSENT ITEMS CONSENT ITEMS
ITEM 1
SCHEDULE OF
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Motion by Mr. Pirzynski, seconded by Mr. Wasserman, that Council
accept and file informational report regarding currently scheduled
public hearings. Carried unanimously. (01.28)
ITEM 2
PAYROLL
RATIFICATION FOR
MARCH
Motion by Mr. Pirzynski, seconded by Mr. Wasserman, that Council
ratify the check register for payroll of March 14, 2004 through March
27, 2004 paid on April 2, 2004 in the amount of $540,560.65. Carried
unanimously. (02.V)
ITEM 3
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE
RATIFICATION FOR
MARCH-APRIL
Motion by Mr. Pirzynski, seconded by Mr. Wasserman, that Council
ratify the check register for accounts payable invoices paid on March
26, 2004 and April 2, 2004 in the amount of $810,037.76. Carried
unanimously. (03.V)
ITEM 4
ADMINISTRATIVE
CITATION
PROTOCOL
Motion by Mr. Pirzynski, seconded by Mr. Wasserman, that Council
accept report on Community Development Administrative Citation
Protocol. Carried unanimously. (04.37)
ITEM 5
MC CLENDON
BEQUEST TO
LIBRARY
Motion by Mr. Pirzynski, seconded by Mr. Wasserman, that Council
accept bequest to the Los Gatos Public Library from the estate of the
late Susan E. (Betty) McClendon. Carried unanimously. (05.32)
ITEM 6
HAUNTED FOREST
AT OAK MEADOW
This Item has been pulled for discussion after Item 17.
7:15 CONSENT ITEMS CONSENT ITEMS CONTINUED
ITEM 7
LIBRARY INTERNET
POLICY
Motion by Mr. Pirzynski, seconded by Mr. Wasserman, that Council
approve revision of Library’s Internet Access and Acceptable Use
Policy. Carried unanimously. (07.32)
pulled ITEM 8
GRAND JURY
REPORT
This Item has been pulled for discussion after Item 17.
ITEM 9
COLON CANCER
FREE ZONE
Resolution 2004-44
Motion by Mr. Pirzynski, seconded by Mr. Wasserman, that Council
adopt Resolution 2004-44 entitled, RESOLUTION OF TOWN OF
LOS GATOS DECLARING THAT LOS GATOS WILL STRIVE
TO BE A COLON CANCER FREE ZONE. Carried unanimously.
(09.28)
ITEM 10 Motion by Mr. Pirzynski, seconded by Mr. Wasserman, that Council
adopt Resolution 2004-45 entitled, RESOLUTION OF TOWN OF
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ELECTION
SERVICES FOR
BLOSSOM HILL
MANOR #11
PROPOSED
ANNEXATION
Resolution 2004-45
LOS GATOS REQUESTING SANTA CLARA COUNTY BOARD
OF SUPERVISORS TO AUTHORIZE REGISTRAR OF
VOTERS TO PROVIDE ELECTION SERVICES FOR A
SPECIAL ELECTION FOR THE PURPOSE OF ANNEXING
CERTAIN TERRITORY DESIGNATED AS BLOSSOM HILL
MANOR #11 TO THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS TO BE HELD
ON AUGUST 31, 2004; DETERMINING THE QUESTION TO
BE SUBMITTED TO THE VOTERS; AUTHORIZING
REIMBURSEMENT FOR SAID SERVICES; APPROVING AN
IMPARTIAL ANALYSIS; AND AUTHORIZING AND
DIRECTING THE TOWN CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE AND
TAKE STEPS NECESSARY FOR THE ELECTION. Carried
unanimously. (10.26)
ITEM 11
20 S. SANTA CRUZ
COLD STONE
CREAMERY
Resolution 2004-46
Motion by Mr. Pirzynski, seconded by Mr. Wasserman, that Council
adopt Resolution 2004-46 entitled, RESOLUTION OF TOWN OF
LOS GATOS GRANTING AN APPEAL OF A PLANNING
COMMISSION DECISION DENYING AN APPLICATION TO
CONVERT A PORTION OF A FORMER RESTAURANT
(SWENSON’S) TO ANOTHER RESTAURANT USE (COLD
STONE CREAMERY) ON PROPERTY ZONED C-2. APN 510-
45-075. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT U-04-8. PROPERTY
LOCATION: 20 S. SANTA CRUZ AVE. PROPERTY OWNER:
PARK ROW EAST APARTMENTS, LTD.
APPLICANT/APPELLANT: CATHERINE G. ASBUN. Carried
unanimously. (11.15)
7:15 CONSENT ITEMS CONSENT ITEMS CONTINUED
ITEM 12
ANNEXATION
TOPPING WAY #3
Resolution 2004-47
Motion by Mr. Pirzynski, seconded by Mr. Wasserman, that Council
adopt Resolution 2004-47 entitled, RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN
OF LOS GATOS MAKING DETERMINATIONS AND
APPROVING THE REORGANIZATION OF TERRITORY
DESIGNATED AS - TOPPING WAY #3 - APPROXIMATELY
0.596 ACRES LOCATED AT 16678 TOPPING WAY (APN:532-
09-017). Carried unanimously. (12.26)
ITEM 13
PROJECT 0408
ROSS CREEK
BRIDGE - ADA
IMPROVEMENTS
Resolution 2004-48
Motion by Mr. Pirzynski, seconded by Mr. Wasserman, that Council
adopt Resolution 2004-48 entitled, RESOLUTION OF TOWN OF
LOS GATOS APPROVING THE PLANS AND SPECIFICATION
FOR CAPITAL PROJECT 0408 - ROSS CREEK BRIDGE ADA
IMPROVEMENTS - AND AUTHORIZING STAFF TO
ADVERTISE THE PROJECT FOR BIDS. Carried unanimously.
(13.24)
ITEM 14A
LAND & LIGHT
DISTRICTS 1 & 2
ENGINEER’S
REPORT
Resolution 2004-49
Motion by Mr. Pirzynski, seconded by Mr. Wasserman, that Council
adopt Resolution 2004-49 entitled, RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN
OF LOS GATOS OF PRELIMINARY APPROVAL OF
ENGINEER’S REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2003-2004 TOWN
OF LOS GATOS LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING
ASSESSMENT DISTRICTS 1 & 2. Carried unanimously.
(14A.26)
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ITEM 14B
LAND & LIGHT
DISTRICT 1
BLACKWELL DRIVE
Resolution 2004-50
Motion by Mr. Pirzynski, seconded by Mr. Wasserman, that Council
adopt Resolution 2004-50 entitled, RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN
OF LOS GATOS OF ITS INTENTION TO LEVY AND
COLLECT ASSESSMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2003-2004 IN
LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT
“1" - BLACKWELL DRIVE BENEFIT ZONE - AND SET
PUBLIC MEETING AND PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER
THE PROPOSED ASSESSMENTS. Carried unanimously.
(14B.26)
ITEM 14C
LAND & LIGHT
DISTRICT 1
KENNEDY
MEADOWS
Resolution 2004-51
Motion by Mr. Pirzynski, seconded by Mr. Wasserman, that Council
adopt Resolution 2004-51 entitled, RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN
OF LOS GATOS OF ITS INTENTION TO LEVY AND
COLLECT ASSESSMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2003-2004 IN
LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT
“1" - KENNEDY MEADOWS BENEFIT ZONE - AND SET
PUBLIC MEETING AND PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER
THE PROPOSED ASSESSMENTS. Carried unanimously.
(14C.26)
7:15 CONSENT ITEMS CONSENT ITEMS CONTINUED
ITEM 14D
LAND & LIGHT
DISTRICT 1
SANTA ROSA
HEIGHTS
Resolution 2004-52
Motion by Mr. Pirzynski, seconded by Mr. Wasserman, that Council
adopt Resolution 2004-52 entitled, RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN
OF LOS GATOS OF ITS INTENTION TO LEVY AND
COLLECT ASSESSMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2003-2004 IN
LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT
“1" - SANTA ROSA HEIGHTS BENEFIT ZONE - AND SET
PUBLIC MEETING AND PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER
THE PROPOSED ASSESSMENTS. Carried unanimously.
(14D.26)
ITEM 14E
LAND & LIGHT
DISTRICT 1
VASONA HEIGHTS
Resolution 2004-53
Motion by Mr. Pirzynski, seconded by Mr. Wasserman, that Council
adopt Resolution 2004-53 entitled, RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN
OF LOS GATOS OF ITS INTENTION TO LEVY AND
COLLECT ASSESSMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2003-2004 IN
LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT
“1" - VASONA HEIGHTS BENEFIT ZONE - AND SET PUBLIC
MEETING AND PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER THE
PROPOSED ASSESSMENTS. Carried unanimously. (14E.26)
ITEM 14F
LAND & LIGHT
DISTRICT 1
HILLBROOK
BENEFIT ZONE
Resolution 2004-54
Motion by Mr. Pirzynski, seconded by Mr. Wasserman, that Council
adopt Resolution 2004-54 entitled, RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN
OF LOS GATOS OF ITS INTENTION TO LEVY AND
COLLECT ASSESSMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2003-2004 IN
LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT
“1" - HILLBROOK BENEFIT ZONE - AND SET PUBLIC
MEETING AND PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER THE
PROPOSED ASSESSMENTS. Carried unanimously. (14F.26)
ITEM 14G
LAND & LIGHT
Motion by Mr. Pirzynski, seconded by Mr. Wasserman, that Council
adopt Resolution 2004-55 entitled, RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN
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DISTRICT 2
GEMINI COURT
Resolution 2004-55
OF LOS GATOS OF ITS INTENTION TO LEVY AND
COLLECT ASSESSMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2003-2004 IN
LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT
“2" - GEMINI COURT BENEFIT ZONE - AND SET PUBLIC
MEETING AND PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER THE
PROPOSED ASSESSMENTS. Carried unanimously. (14G.26)
7:26 REDEVELOPMENT REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
ITEM 15
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE
RATIFICATION
Motion by Mr. Pirzynski, seconded by Mr. Wasserman, that the
Agency ratify the check register for accounts payable invoices paid on
March 26, 2004 and April 2, 2004 in the amount of $33,167.84.
Carried unanimously. (15.V)
7:15 COUNCIL/AGENCY TOWN COUNCIL/REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
ITEM 16
MINUTES
APRIL 5, 2004
Motion by Mr. Pirzynski, seconded by Mr. Wasserman, that the
Town Council/Redevelopment Agency approve the Miutes of the Joint
Regular Meeting of April 5, 2004. Carried unanimously. (16.V)
ITEM 17
PROJECT 0344
ALLEY
IMPROVEMENTS
Resolutions 2004-56 &
2004-5RD
Motion by Mr. Pirzynski, seconded by Mr. Wasserman, that Council/
Agency adopt Resolutions 2004-56 & 2004-5RD entitled,
RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN
COUNCIL/REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF TOWN OF LOS
GATOS DECLARING JOSEPH J. ALBANESE, INC. TO BE
THE LOWEST RESPONSIBLE BIDDER ON THE PROJECT
AND AWARDING A CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT IN THE
AMOUNT OF $198,922.00, and authorizing staff to execute future
change orders to the construction contract as necessary up to an
amount of $12,000. Carried unanimously. (17.24)
PULLED ITEMS PULLED ITEMS CONTINUED
ITEM 6
HAUNTED FOREST
AT OAK MEADOW
Pulled Item
Council Consensus to postpone to the next meeting for more public
notice regarding this subject; giving others an opportunity to become
involved; and for a clear picture of the costs and obligations involved
in holding this event. (06.36)
ITEM 8
SPEAKERS
COUNTY
GRAND JURY
Pulled Item
Ray Davis, speaker, questioned the amount of funds that was passed
through the County to the School Districts from the Redevelopment
Agency.
Steve Conway, Director of Finance, explained the process of
calculation that the Town used and the attempts that were made to
communicate with the County so that they would send the appropriate
funding to the districts.
Orry Korb, Town Attorney, stated that the Grand Jury found that all
of the actions taken by the Town have been appropriate and that the
County finally did pay the correct amount to the schools.
Motion by Mr. Pirzynski, seconded by Mrs. Decker, that Council
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REPORT approve response to Santa Clara County Grand Jury Final Report-
Review of Audits and Financial Reports. Carried unanimously.
(08.28)
7:37
PM
COMMUNICATIONS VERBAL COMMUNICATIONS
7:37
PM
SPEAKER
HIGHWAY 9 &
MASSOL
PEDESTRIAN
CROSSING
Jeanne Moore asked for Council’s assistance with the crosswalk at
Highway 9 and Massol. She asked for an imbedded reflector
crosswalk that could be funded with Safe Routes to Schools grant.
She believes that the traffic calming devices that could be used in that
location can be totally funded by CalTrans and she requested that that
location be placed on the Town’s upcoming work agenda.
Council Comments:
* CalTrans is planning bike lanes from Big Basin Way to Massol
* Include Saratoga & Monte Sereno in the planning of improvements
on Highway 9
* Lay out expectations and what CalTrans can do
* Place on a future agenda for an update
7:49
PM
SPEAKER
PEDESTRIAN
CROSSINGS
Ray Davis noted that the new Gateway design planned for the corner
of Santa Cruz and Highway 9 would offer a safe crossing and it would
be wise for pedestrians and students to cross at the engineered
intersection rather that at the Massol crossing. He also questioned his
arrest at Town Hall when he had an altercation with a staff member.
7:54
PM
PUBLIC HEARING PUBLIC HEARING
7:54
PM
ITEM 18
WESTERN ATHLETIC
CLUBS
USE PERMIT
AMENDMENT
WESTERN ATHLETIC CLUBS/USE PERMIT AMENDMENT
Mayor Glickman announced that this was the time and place duly
noticed for holding a public hearing to consider amending the Town
Code to modify the conditional use permit table to allow parking
facilities on property zoned R-1 (Single Family Residential) under
limited land use conditions. It has been determined that this project
could not have a significant impact on the environment, therefore, the
project is not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act
(Section 15061 (b)(3)). Zoning Code Amendment A-03-4. Applicant:
Western Athletic Clubs, Inc.
7:56 RECUSED Councilmember Decker recused herself from this hearing due to
what might appear to be a conflict of interest. She noted that she is a
member of Courtside but holds no monetary interest in the club.
7:57 STAFF REPORT Bud Lortz, Director of Community Development, explained the
rationale of the request and gave a verbal review of the staff report.
8:00
PM
SPEAKERS FOR
ITEM 18
HEARING CONT.
PUBLIC HEARING CONTINUED
THE FOLLOWING SPEAKERS FROM THE AUDIENCE
ADDRESSED WESTERN ATHLETIC CLUBS (COURTSIDE)
8:00
PM
SPEAKER Roger Griffin, Applicant, representing Western Athletic Clubs and
Courtside, spoke of the applicant’s work with the neighbors in
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identifying and addressing their concerns regarding the zoning
amendment for a parking lot in a residential zone. He noted the
improvements to the lot and the security measures that will be used.
8:02
PM
SPEAKER Lisa Graff, General Manager of Courtside Club, noted the requested
zone change to allow improvements to the property and compatibility
of design to the overall surroundings and neighborhood.
8:06
PM
SPEAKER Ray Davis speaker, spoke of traffic impacts in Town and asked if a
traffic study had been done regarding the number of cars that would be
using these lots.
8:09
PM
SPEAKER Dale Miller, neighbor adjacent to the proposed parking lot, spoke of
putting the parking lot on two of the lots that have the power poles and
high pressure water services on them, but placing a home on the third
lot for increased housing stock in Los Gatos.
8:11
PM
SPEAKER Jack Aiello, neighbor adjacent to proposed parking lot, reaffirmed the
thoughts of the previous speaker.
8:13
PM
SPEAKER Roger Griffin, applicant, requested approval tonight of the zone
change and will address the design of the lots at future reviews.
8:15
PM
CLOSED PUBLIC
HEARING - ITEM 18
Mayor Glickman closed the public hearing on Item 18.
8:16
PM
ITEM 18
COUNCIL ACTION
Motion by Mr. Pirzynski, seconded by Ms McNutt, to accept the
report in the form of meeting minutes from the Planning Commission
regarding Zoning Code Amendment A-03-4. Carried by a vote of 4
ayes. Mrs. Decker abstained.
8:18
PM
ITEM 18
REQUIRED
FINDINGS
Motion by Mr. Pirzynski, seconded by Ms McNutt, that Council find
that this Zoning Code Amendment could not possibly have a
significant impact on the environment, therefore, the project is not
subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA); and that
Council find that the Ordinance Amendment is consistent with the
General Plan. Carried by a vote of 4 ayes. Mrs. Decker abstained.
ITEM 18
HEARING CONT.
PUBLIC HEARING CONTINUED
WESTERN ATHLETIC CLUBS (COURTSIDE)
8:22
PM
ITEM 18
READING
WAIVED
The Town Clerk read the Title of the Proposed Ordinance.
Motion by Mr. Pirzynski, seconded by Ms McNutt, to waive the
reading of the Proposed Ordinance. Carried by a vote of 4 ayes. Mrs.
Decker abstained.
8:24
PM
ITEM 18
INTRODUCTION OF
PROPOSED
ORDINANCE
Motion by Mr. Pirzynski, seconded by Ms McNutt, that Council
introduce Proposed Ordinance entitled, AN ORDINANCE OF THE
TOWN OF LOS GATOS AMENDING TOWN CODE SECTION
29.20.185 (TABLE OF CONDITIONAL USES). Carried by a vote
of 4 ayes. Mrs. Decker abstained. (18.15)
8:25
PM
OTHER BUSINESS
ITEM 20
OTHER BUSINESS - ITEM 20
MILES AVENUE - SKATEBOARD PARK
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8:25
PM
ITEM 20
SKATEBOARD PARK
Mayor Glickman announced that this was the time and place duly
noticed to consider the use of Town-owned property on Miles Avenue
for a skateboard park.
8:31
PM
STAFF REPORTS
ITEM 20
Town Manager Figone introduced the topic of possible property use
of a parking lot on Miles Avenue for a skateboard park. She addressed
the modular skate park concept and gave comparisons to those in
Campbell and Santa Cruz.
Public Works Director Curtis spoke of the history of the Town’s
efforts to establish a park over the past four years. Locations reviewed
in Town were not feasible and work with the County for property in
Vasona was unsuccessful. The land on Miles was then considered and
at the moment seems to be a location appropriate for further study and
analysis. He noted the possibilities of applying for park grants that
would be available for this proposal as it would qualify by increasing
the use of the park system. Also mentioned were appeals for private
funds and donations.
Ms Figone noted that a public hearing would be held regarding the
use of this site as there would be a change in the zoning and there
would be a Conditional Use Permit required. The Planning
Commission would need to review the proposals; policies for
operational details would have to be developed; a schedule and
process for developing the design formulated; the establishment of
rules and regulations for the use of the park delineated; and insurance
requirements clearly defined for the users and those needed by the
Town.
8:50
PM
OTHER BUSINESS
CONTINUED
ITEM 20 SPEAKERS
OTHER BUSINESS - ITEM 20 - CONTINUED
MILES AVENUE - SKATEBOARD PARK
SPEAKERS TO THE ISSUE
8:34
PM
SPEAKER Elizabeth Ross, parent, is pleased with this location and for the
transportation possibilities being situated near a bus route, and being
on the creek trail. She said that she is willing to sign a release of
liability and ensure that her son wears all of his protective gear.
SPEAKER Jonny Holst believed that this area was far too small for a proper
skate park for the number of anticipated users in Los Gatos.
SPEAKER Eric Reichwein asked that Council help with his dream of a park.
SPEAKER Tim Garvey spoke of the Sunnyvale and Campbell parks and asked
that Los Gatos establish one.
SPEAKER Kevin DeCarvalho supported the proposal.
SPEAKER Matt Holst believes that it will be a waste of money if it is too small a
park. He asked that it be a larger facility.
SPEAKER Chris Wooley noted that the Campbell facility is too small and the
Miles Avenue proposal is even smaller than that. He said that wood
and steel ramps are alright but the preferred material is concrete which
all of the users enjoy.
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SPEAKER Asa Branden asked for the concrete park if at all possible.
SPEAKER Ray Davis asked that Council consider establishing park dedication
fees within the development application process.
SPEAKER Ryan Honda noted that Campbell’s park was not the best park. He
also stated that there were two cement parks in Santa Cruz. Even if
the Los Gatos park is small he would like to see a concrete structure
planned for it. He volunteered his services to work on the park and to
raise funds for it. He noted that those who desire a good concrete park
realize they have to put a great deal of time and effort into it and they
also would like to have the opportunity to help design the park.
SPEAKER Roy Reichwein spoke of taking a road trip to investigate existing
skate parks. He noted that the cement parks are the most well used
parks. He asked that if the Town builds a small park it explore the
possibility of using concrete rather than steel structures. He also
relayed that the users of the parks tend to supervise and control
themselves appropriately.
OTHER BUSINESS
ITEM 20 SPEAKERS
CONTINUED
OTHER BUSINESS - ITEM 20 - CONTINUED
MILES AVENUE - SKATEBOARD PARK
SPEAKERS TO THE ISSUE
SPEAKER Melissa Morrissey, representing the NC Board Shop, was pleased
with this location and believes that with careful thought it can fill the
needs at this time. She spoke of reviewing and questioning the
different costs. She believes that with more inquiry they may be able
to find some funding options to reduce costs and with enough input,
and careful design work, get a small but satisfactory park.
SPEAKER Lee Fagot spoke of this skateboard park establishing a new resource
in Town and of its proposed central location near transportation routes.
He also addressed using some parking spaces to produce a larger site
for the park.
SPEAKER Blake Sundsen spoke of Campbell’s metal ramps and the preferred
concrete. He also believes that the larger parking lot on Miles Avenue
would make a perfect skate park.
9:30
PM
COUNCIL
COMMENTS AND
CONSENSUS ON
ITEM 20
COUNCIL COMMENTS ON SKATE PARK ON MILES AVE.
Council Comments & Consensus:
* Miles Ave. Site appears to be a good site at this time
* This site should be studied and engineered carefully
* Expansion of the size of the site should considered
* Funding for the project needs to be carefully reviewed and
alternatives addressed
* A skate park committee be appointed to review all options from the
skateboard community to present to Council
* Public hearing for the local community be scheduled quickly so that
the skateboard committee can then move forward on the design
concepts and ideas from both the skating and local community
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* Make use of the earlier consultants’ proposals and designs
* A facilitator for the process would be helpful in moving all portions
of the project forward
* Insurance liabilities for skate parks to be reviewed by Town Attorney
* Staff took consensus discussion as direction to proceed
9:51
PM
TEN MINUTE
RECESS CALLED
Mayor Glickman called for a ten minute recess at this time.
10:01
PM
PUBLIC HEARING PUBLIC HEARING
ITEM 19
ITEM 19
TOWN FEES, RATES
AND CHARGES FOR
CERTAIN SERVICES
TOWN FEES, RATES & CHARGES FOR CERTAIN SERVICES
Mayor Glickman announced that this was the time and place duly
noticed for holding a public hearing to consider adopting resolution
amending certain Town fees, rates and charges for certain services.
STAFF REPORT Steve Conway, Finance Director, gave an overview of the fee
schedule for the Town and the methods used to reassess these fees on
an annual basis so as to meet Council’s directive to maintain cost
recovery on certain Town services.
PUBLIC SPEAKER
ITEM 19
The following person from the audience addressed Council on this
issue:
Ray Davis spoke regarding the peer review fees for geo-technical
consultants. He asked that the consultants be included in the public
hearings.
No one else from the audience spoke on this item.
CLOSED HEARING Mayor Glickman closed the public hearing.
10:24
PM
ITEM 19
MOTION
FEES, RATES AND
CHARGES
Resolution 2004-57
Motion by Ms McNutt, seconded by Mr. Pirzynski, that Council
adopt Resolution 2004-57 entitled, RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN
OF LOS GATOS ADOPTING CONTINUING DEPARTMENT
FEES, RATES AND CHARGES, AND AMENDING CERTAIN
FEES, RATES AND CHARGES. Carried unanimously. (19.09)
10:25
PM
ITEM 21B
COUNCIL MATTERS
HIGH SPEED RAIL
GATEWAY TO
VALLEY
COUNCIL MATTERS - HIGH SPEED RAIL GATEWAY
Mr. Pirzynski spoke as the President of Cities Association and of the
request to lend support for the California High Speed Rail Authority’s
conclusion regarding how the High Speed Rail will enter the Bay
Area. The EIR has been completed and the southern alignment
appears to be the most favorable, either at Pacheco Pass or the Diablo
Range. He asked that Council consider accepting the conclusion in
the draft EIR and attend the public hearing May 26 th to speak in
support.
Council consensus to have staff return this subject to Council with
report and proposed resolution.
10:30P
M
ITEM 21A
COUNCIL MATTERS
COUNCIL MATTERS
BED AND BREAKFAST IN THE DOWNTOWN AREA
Mayor Glickman asked if Council was interested in requesting a
report on the history and the present standing of this issue within the
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BED AND
BREAKFAST
Town. Council discussed parking issues, impacts to residential
neighborhoods, and the possibility of one being considered in a
commercial zone. The C-2 zone will support hotels and motels and
someone could apply and be considered for this use. Council felt
comfortable with this discussion and no further information or work is
needed on this subject at this time.
10:40
PM
ITEM 22
MANAGER MATTERS
PUBLIC SEWER
SYSTEM OPERATION
& MANAGEMENT
PUBLIC SEWER SYSTEM OPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
Ms Figone, Town Manager, spoke of the West Valley Sanitation
District Board’s review of a current report. This study of the sewer
maintenance operations has been ongoing for three years, including
regulations concerning the management of sewer districts,
responsibility of overflows, and the fact that Los Gatos provides its
own maintenance in comparison to the other member agencies using
the District’s maintenance services. The study asks the question as to
whether Los Gatos should remain in this business, and staff will return
to Council at a later date with a report addressing that question.
Mr. Pirzynski, representative to the District Board, noted that the
District supports the total maintenance of the Town’s sanitation
system. He noted two Board meetings on the 21st and the 28th to take
up the issue of full service to Los Gatos.
10:43
PM
ADJOURNMENT Mayor Glickman adjourned this evening’s meeting at 10:43 PM
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Redevelopment Agency Los Gatos, California
ATTEST:
Marian V. Cosgrove
Town Clerk
Secretary to the Redevelopment Agency
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