HomeMy WebLinkAbout03-18-1992 City Council Minutes MINUTES
SARATOGA CITY CODNCIL
TIME: Wednesday, March 18, 1992 - 7:30 p.m.
PLACE: Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Ave.
TYPE: Regular Meeting
1. ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present: Anderson, Monia, Stutzman, Mayor Kohler
Clevenger (arrived 7:40 p.m.)
Staff Present: City Manager Peacock, City Attorney Riback, Associate
Planner Adar.
2. CEREMONIAL ITEMS
A. Resolution commending Roseann Rose for service on Public
Safety Commission
MONIA/ANDERSON MOVED TO ADOPTRESOLUTION 92-015COMMENDING ROSEANNROSE
FOR SERVICE ON THE PUBLIC SAFETY COIOilSSION. PASSED S-0.
3. ROUTINE MATTERS
A. Approval Of Minutes - 3/4; 3/10
STUTZMAN/MONIA MOVED TO APPROVE THE MINUTE8 OF 3/4, AS PRESENTED.
PASSED 5-0.
MONIA/BTUTZMAN MOVED TO APPROVE THE MINUTE8 OF 3/10, AS PRESENTED.
PASSED 5-0.
B. Approval of Warrant List
MONIA/ANDERSON MOVED TO APPROVE THE WARRANT LIST. PASSED 5-0.
C. Report of City Clerk on Posting of Agenda
City Manager Peacock stated pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the
agenda for this meeting was properly posted on March 13.
4. CONSENT CALENDAR
A. Planning Commission Actions, 3/11 - Note and file.
B. Parks and Recreation Commission Minutes, 2/3 - Note and
file.
C, Heritage Preservation Commission Minutes, 10/237 11/27; 1/8 -
Note and file.
D. Youth commission Minutes, 11/18~ 12/14; 1/13; 2/10 - Note and
file.
E. Public Safety Commission Minutes, 3/9 -- Note and file.
F. Approval of Format of' Agreement for Auxiliary Staffing
Services to be used by City Foundations
G. City-Owned Property at QUito/Pollard Roads - Report from
Parks and Recreation Commission on Use as a Park - Receive
and file.
H. Resolution 92-016 commending Adrienne Reiko Iwanaga as 1991
saratoga Citizen of the Year
I. Final Acceptance of Improvements and Release of security,
SD89-003, 20904 Prospect Road (J. McDonald, developer)
J. Ordinance 71-104 amending Article 4-30 of City Code relatlng
to Sale of Firearms (second reading and adoption)
K. Hakone Foundation FUnd Raising - 2/5/92 - 3/9/92
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L. City Financial Reperts for Februax7;
1) Treasurer,s Report
2) Investment Report
3) Financial Report
M. Results of the Waste Generation Study for the City of
Saratoga
A member of the public requested that item G of the Consent Calendar be
removed.
MONIA/ANDERSON MOVED APPROVAL OF THE CONSENT CALENDAR WITH THE
EXCEPTION OF ITEM G. PASSED S-0.
City Manager suggested that item G be discussed under item 5B1.
5. COMMUNICATIONS FROM COMMISSION8 AND THE PUBLIC
A. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Mr. Lou Thorpe, 19550 Farwell Ave., stated the Council voted against
taking a position on the Parcel tax and requested the Council give an
explanation as to why .the Parcel Tax is on the Measure C campaign
literature.
Councilmember Anderson stated the Council decided not to discuss issues
which are not under their jurisdiction.
Mayor Kohler informed Mr. Thorpe that he should bring his request to
the School Board.
Mr. Ken Schoniger, 13493 Pierce Rd., expressed concern regarding the
retaining wall being constructed on Pierce Rd., which is in direct
opposition of the citizens. He stated the wall is in violation of the
City's code and there is a safety hazard to the residents of Saratoga.
He noted there was a vote of the neighbors to remove the retaining wall
and stop any construction. He requested that the wall be removed and
· the property be returned to its original position and feels the City
has the responsibility to do this.
Mayor Kohler asked Mr. Schoniger to send documents from the engineers
to the City regarding this construction.
Mr. Schoniger stated he did not want these documents to become part of
the public record, but would provide these to the Mayor and Council
only.
Councilmember Monia stated documents sent to the City Hall do become
part of the public record.
Mr. Schoniger stated he will send the details of the construction
damage without revealing any names.
B. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
1) Petition presented by four residents of Landscaping and
Lighting District LLA-1 Nith signatures of S3
registered voters requesting dissolution of the district
and sale of a park site.
City Manager Peacock stated the request of the petition is to:
1) Dissolve the Landscape and Lighting District~
2) Sell one of the two possible park sites or use other appropriate
City funds to reimburse LLA-1 district members for any taxes paid to
date or future taxes they might have to pay as part of LLA-1
assessments.
Mr. Peacock stated a Resolution is required to dissolve the district.
He also noted it is the Parks & Recreation Commission's recommendation
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that the City-owned parcel at the NE corner of Quito/Pollard Roads
continue to be utilized for its view shed and open space features.
In response to CouncilmemberAnderson's question, City Attorney Riback
explained the deannexation process.
CLEVENGER/ANDERBON MOVED TO DIRECT THE CITY ATTORNEY TO PREPARE A
RESOLUTION TO SET A PUBLIC HEARING FOR DEANNEXATION.
Mr. Charles Shaw, 13920 Ravenwood Dr., stated last June 54% of LLA-1
residents voted against becoming a member of this district. Me noted
in 1991 the residents of Quito Oaks Way presented a petition to
withdraw and they were rebuffed. He noted a petition has been
circulated in the LLA-1 district to see the following: LLA-1 disbanded;
the yearly tax removed; one of the park sites should be sold and use
the other'site for a park.
Councilmember Monia stated he received phones calls from several people
regarding this issue with a different view from what Mr. Shaw is
bringing forward. He feels the petition encourages finding another
means to finance the park.
Mr. Shaw stated the park should be on Ravenwood.
Mr. Preston Burlingham, 14173 Squirrel Hollow Lane, urged the Council
to dissolve the LLA-1 district.
Ms. Jennifer Crotty, Parks & Recreation Commissioner, stated the Parks
& Recreation Commission are in favor of keeping the Quito/Pollard site
as open space because they feel it is in an unsafe area for a park.
Mr. Ken Colson, 13851 Raven Ct., stated the Council made a commitment
to build a park and feels the Council did not have adequate reason to
override the majority in favor of the park. He stated the City has the
opportunity to use the money, from a past land sale of City property,
to build a park, noting this money was designated for public use.
Councilmember Monia noted he has had discussions with Mr. Borello.
Mr. Leonard Borello, 14004 Quito Rd., questioned the possibility of Mr.
Santoro buying the Quito/Pollard site to combine with his property to
develop four homes. The City would then use the money from this sale
to finance a Park on the Ravenwood site.
Councilmember Clevenger stated the appropriate thing to do at this time
is to vote on the deannexation and then a sub-committee of staff or
council should report back on Mr. Borello's suggestion.
Mr..Shaw read a letter from Mr. Joel Sharon, Ravenwood Dr., dated March
18, 1992, a copy of which will be delivered to the City Council.
Councilmember Clevenger noted staff should work with the Parks &
Recreation Commission to resolve this issue. She noted a park at
Quito/Pollard is not appropriate.
Councilmember Anderson explained the reasons why the Council originally
overrode the petition. She stated Quito/Pollard is not appropriate for
a Park. She recommended setting aside six months to work with a
developer to see what can be done with this site. She stated that the
residents of Ravenwood should give serious.thought to having a park in
the neighborhood as young families will eventually move in.
Councilmember Monia stated when the Council made their decision last
July they were not aware of the site on Quito/Pollard. He asked the
City Attorney about Notices of Protest.
City Attorney stated if the issue of assessment comes before the City
Council, this is a separate issue from deannexation and this can come
up anytime during the year. He stated there is no such thing as a
majority protest at the annual assessment proceeding. The Council
needs a simple majority.
Mayor Kohler stated at the time of the vote they were not dealing with
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a~l the issues, He stated he will support the motion.
C0uncilmember Monia asked Mr. Borello if Mr. Santore was going to
propose anything to the City in writing.
Mr. Borello stated he will suggest this to Mr. Santoro.
Councilmember Monia requested that the City Manager contact Mr. Santoro
and also present to the Council background information on the sale of
public property.
The above motion was carried. 5-0.
2) Letter from Senator Morgan on Bay Vision A~tion
coalition draft of SB 797; Request for Gemmerits
City Manager Peacock stated he recommends that the City Council
authorize response regarding this version of SB 797 by the Mayor and
City Manager after discussion by the City Council.
Councilmember Anderson stated she will be attending the ABAG meeting
and would like a consensus from the Council as to their position. She
suggested supporting what Contra Costa County have proposed.
Councilmember Monia suggested this be discussed under City Council
Items.
3) Request for Partial Waiver of Fees for Use of Hakone
Gardens - May 27, 1992 - Hospice of the Valley
Staff recommend that the Council consider request of a partial waiver;
current rental rate - $800. Request would result in a charge of about
$40.
CLEVENGER/ANDERSON MOVED TO WAIVE THE FEES. PASSED 5-0.
The Councilmembers moved to the public hearings at this time.
8. PUBLIC HEARINGS - 8:30 p.m.
A. Appeal of variance denial. to construct a 6-ft. high fence
within the front and exterior street side yard setbacks where
a 3-ft. high fence is permitted at 14761 Bohlman Road.
(Appellant/applicant, Persico)(Vgl-014)
City Manager Peacock presented photos of the site.
Associate Planner Adar presented the staff report dated March 18, 1992.
She stated the variance application consists of two parts, which are:
1) construction of a 138 s.f. bedroom addition, which was approved by
the Planning Commission; 2) proposal to erect a six foot high fence
within required front and exterior side yard setbacks where three feet
is permitted, this was denied by the Planning Commission. She noted
staff has provided an alternative fence location which would not
necessitate a variance. This is shown on Exhibit B in the staff
report. She noted the applicant feels the lot is exposed to noise and
has no privacy.
City Manager Peacock asked the Council if they received the letter from
Commissioner Bogosian in favor of this project. He also noted the
location of the fence, proposed by the applicant, does not violate the
site distance requirements under the municipal code.
Mayor Kohler noted he did visit the site and has no concerns regarding
the view obstruction for traffic.
The public hearing was opened at 8:40 p.m.
Mr. Ray Persico, 14761 Bohlman Rd., stated the proposal is to have the
fence 15 ft. setback on 6th street and 5 ft setback on Bohlman. He
stated the fence will be an improvement to the area. Mr. Persico
reiterated comments from his letter addressed to the City Council dated
March 18, 1992, which outlined his reasons for the variance request.
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He stated the existing fence is 61/2 feet tall and 20 ft. from the
property line. He stated if they could extend this fence it would not
provide adequate screening.
Councilmember Anderson stated the property does not have a back or side
yard and feels this property is exceptional.
The access from the property was discussed.
Mr. Bill Brown stated he has no objection with the fence as proposed by
the applicant.
Ms. Diana Tully Brown stated she is in favor of the fence as proposed.
Mayor Kohler closed the public hearing at 8:48 p.m.
Councilmember Clevenger stated there is no objection to the proposal by
the applicant and finds no reason to deny the fence. She noted Bohlman
Road is noisy, and will support the request.
Councilmember Anderson stated she -does not feel there is a safety
issue, which are the concerns of the Planning Commission. She stated
this is an old lot of record which does not provide for a backyard and
could support findings that this is an unusual circumstance.
Councilmember Monia stated as traffic continues to increase the higher
fence will be more appropriate for sound abatement. He stated he would
support the applicant's request.
Councilmember Stutzman stated he has reservations about granting
variances. He feels the property owners are aware of the problems
before purchasing the property. He stated the Council is sending mixed
messages to the Planning Commission regarding variances.
Councilmember Anderson suggesting requiring landscaping in front of the
fence.
Councilmember Monia stated that residents on arterial streets are
impacted by noise from traffic. He noted as more data comes in
regarding sound buffing, trees are not adequate to buffer the noise.
Councilmember Stutzman asked about the trucks parking on this street.
Mayor Kohler stated he concurs with Councilmember Stutzman regarding
granting variances, but feels this is a unique situation. He noted
there are other fences in the area and this will be an improvement to
the neighborhood.
MONIA/ANDERSON MOVED TO OVERTURN THE PLANNING COMMISSION,8 DENIAL
MEETING THE FINDINGS RECOMMENDED BY THE CITY COUNCIL IN THE PREVIOUS
DISCUSSIONS. PASSED 5-0.
Councilmember Clevenger stated she does not feel that they are relaxing
the standards for the variances but considering on a case by case
basis.
City Manager Peacock stated he will refer the truck parking to the City
Engineer.
B. Appeal of denial of variance approval to allow a swimming
pool and associated decking to extend into the required
exterior side yard setback at 21110 Canyon View Dr. in the R-
1-40,000 zone district. (Appellant/applicant, Gardanier)
(V92-001)
Associate Planner Adar presented the staff report dated March 8, 1992.
She noted this application is similar to the previous application. She
stated the variance request consists of three parts and noted these, as
outlined in the staff report. She noted staff recommend approval of
the fence and pool.
The Councilmembers questioned the fence around the swimming pool.
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City Attorney Riback stated the fence is required under the Uniform
Bdilding Code as well as the City code.
C6uncilmember Monia noted he visited the site; he asked why the pool
could not go more towards the back of the property.
ASsociate Planner Adar stated the Planning Commission feel it can be
pdshed towards the back, but the applicant does not feel this is
a~propriate.
Mayor Kohler opened the public hearing at 9:08 p.m.
Mr. Glen Cahoon, Designer, stated the Planning Commission did not
understand the significant location of the pool and deck. He noted the
applicant agrees with the staff report regarding the deck. He stated
the pool could be pushed back, but it would'be out of the sun and if
pushed forward it wouldbe too close to the residence. Mr. Cahoon
explained other options with regards to the location of the pool and
deck, but because of configuration of the lot, he feels the proposed
location is the best.
Mr. Paul Gardanier, 21110 Canyon View Dr., presented photos of his
property to the City Council and requested that the Council accept the
recommendation of staff. He stated there are three issues that make
this property unique, those being: 1) it is impractical to relocate the
pool; 2) it is hillside property. He explained the position of the
house regarding the visibility issue; 3) the 25 ft. setback required is
excessive.
In response to CouncilmemberAnderson'squestion, Mr. Cahoon stated 90%
of the chain link fence is between the Cypress trees.
Ms. Gardanier stated they would like to use the backyard for children
and want some privacy.
The Councilmembers discussed the zoning of the area and asked staff to
look into this.
Mayor Kohler closed the public hearing at 9:25 p.m.
Councilmember Monia stated he has no objections to the pool, but is
concerned about the fence. He noted alternatives to the fence should
be discussed.
Councilmember Anderson stated it is unfair to require the full front
yard setback. She stated her concern would be with the possibility of
future street widening, but does not anticipate this happening.
Mr. Cahoon explained the reason for the location of the fence noting it
would be contiguous with the existing fence. He explained the design
of the fence. Mr. Cahoon outlined the existing and proposed fence on
the site plan map.
Ms. Gardanier outlined the location of the fence on the photos
presented to the Council.
Mayor Kohler closed the public hearing at 9:35 p.m.
Councilmember Anderson stated she could make the finding for the pool,
because of the configuration of the lot. She proposed that the fence
be attached from the chain link to the far back of the house and the
chain link should be black.
Mr. Gardanier stated what Councilmember Anderson proposes would lose
the privacy they want because of the different grade.
MONIA/ANDERSON MOVED TO UPHOLD THE PLANNING COMMISSION,8 DECISION
REGARDING THE DECK.
City Manager Peacock explained that a deck structure would require a
building permit.
The above motion passed. 5-0.
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MONIA/CLEVENGER MOveD TO APPROVE THE POOL SITE AS PROPOSED BY THE
APPLICANT, OVERTURNING THE PLANNING COMMIBBION,B DENIAL WITH THE
FINDINGS: UNIQUE LOT DEBIGN~ HAS ROAD ON ALL THREE BIDES. PASSED 5-0.
Councilmember Monia reiterated the options for the fence, those being:
1) approve as requested by the applicant~ 2) modify as proposed by
Councilmember Anderson~ 3) have fence around the pool only.
Councilmember Monia feels there are ways to construct a fence around
the pool which does not require a variance and still allows the
applicant use of the pool. He suggested the applicant come back with
alternatives.
Associate Planner Adar stated because of the location of the Pool, the
fence will require a variance.
Councilmember Anderson stated a good location for the fence is in among
the cypress trees, there would be no impact on people driving by.
Councilmember Monia noted he cannot make findings to grant a variance
for the fence.
CLEVENGER/ANDERSON MOVED TO ACCEPT THE PROPOSAL BY COUNCILMEMBER
ANDERSON WITH THE CHAIN LINK TO BE BLACK. PASSED 3-1-1 (Monia No,
Stutzman abstain).
6. OLD BUSINESS
A. Report on Council,s Request to research Ombudsman Programs
Staff recommend the City Council review staff report and provide
further direction as necessary.
City Manager Peacock reiterated comments from the staff report. He
noted this is similar to the Complaint Manager Systems (CMS).. He noted
after research, staff found out that San Jose discontinued their
Ombudsman in 1980.
Colonel E.T. Barco stated the Saratoga News presented a letter from him
which was not printed correctly. He recommends that the City get a
volunteer for the position of Ombudsman. He feels this position is
important to the Citizens of the City who do not want to directly
contact the City Council or do not know the procedures to follow. He
noted he would be willing to brief any volunteers on this position
which he has held for the last seven years.
In response to Mayor Kohler's question, Colonel Barco stated that staff
does not always know that there is a problem and therefore cannot give
adequate help. He noted staff is loaded down with paper work.
Councilmember Anderson stated that most residents use the City
Councilmembers as ombudsman. She suggested a brochure for applicants
which outlines the process to follow. Also the brochure should outline
the departments within the City Hall and their functions. She noted
she feels uncomfortable using a volunteer.
Colonel Barco stated people are uncomfortable about speaking in front
of the City Council at a public hearing.
Mayor Kohler stated if residents have problems they should contact the
Councilmembers and would encourage individuals to do so.
Councilmember Clevenger concurred with Mayor Kohler noting that issues
need to come before the Council and would also encourage people to do
this.
Councilmember Anderson suggested placing an article in the Saratoga
News with names and phones numbers that people can contact when
problems come up.
Councilmember Monia stated that he concurs with Colonel Barco that some
residents do not want to contact the Councilmembers and need a middle
person to find'out who they should address their problems to.
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Ceuncilmember Anderson stated there is a person on staff to handle
c~mplaints.
Councilmember Monia stated he is not against an ombudsman, but does not
f~el the City has a need for one.
Mayor Kohler stated he would encourage people to keep writing and
c~lling Councilmembers and staff.
There was a consensus to put an article in the Saratoga News informing
residents who they can contact and also Councilmembers' names and phone
numbers.
City Manager Peacock suggested using the same public approach as the
City of Modesto use.
B. Approval of Contract with Network Administration consultant
and Appropriations Resolution
Staff recommend that the City Council authorize the City Manager to
execute contract; adopt resolution.
CLEVENGER/ANDERSON MOVED TO AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE A
CONTRACT WITH THE PC EDGE ANDTOADOPTHEBOLUTION 91-46.7. PASSED 5-0.
City Manager Peacock noted the Councilmembers will receive a Users
manual.
C. Report from Maintenance Director on Trails in response to
Petition from Cindy Kline
Mr. Trinidad, Parks & Recreation Commission, stated it is the
Commission's recommendation that improvements of the trails must be a
condition required, prior to issuance of occupancy. He noted there are
problems with improving the trails that were part of a subdivision
several years ago, as outlined in the staff report. He explained the
reasons why some different types of surface will be required on the
trails in certain portions. He noted the Commission does support Mr.
Brooks' suggestion and does support the equestrian/trail system.
In response to Mayor Kohler's question regarding problems with past
subdivisions, Mr. Trinidad stated the City has not, in the past, got
these trails completed, but the City is now requiring the completion of
the trails.
Mr. Brooks spoke in support of the Parks & Recreation Commission's
recommendation. He feels the bonds required are not strong enough. He
feels the recommendation becomes self executed and makes the City's job
easier. He encouraged the Council to follow the recommendation.
Councilmember Clevenger stated that the bonds required are not working
and the City needs to take other actions.
City Manager Peacock stated it would be appropriate for the City to
propose a condition that would be placed on any future land development
for the Planning Commission to accept. He noted it is his experience
that the pressure from the homeowners is on the City as opposed to the
developer. He feels there is weakness in the condition proposed.
Councilmember Monia stated the only way .to ensure the trails are
completed is to require cash deposits from developers up front. He
feels bonds are not the answer nor is certificates of occupancy.
City Manager Peacock stated staff is working on changing the
requirements for bonding and they will tie in the trails with this.
Mayor Kohler stated a time schedule for constructing the trails is
needed. He stated the trails should be constructed while the homes are
being built.
City Manager Peacock stated this is included in the conditions.
Councilmember Clevenger requested that the City Manager report back to
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the Council on the above concerns.
MONIA/CLEVENGER MOVED TO REQUEST THE CITY MANAGER RaPORT BACK TO THE
COUNCIL ON THE CONSTRUCTION OF TRAILS AND CONSIDER CASH BONDING.
PASSED 5-0.
D. Pierce Rd. Bridge at Sarahills Drive - CIP 953= Approval of
Design Engineering Agreement
ANDEHEON/CLEVENGER MOVED TO APPBOVE THE AGREEMENT ANDAUTHORIZE STAFF
TO EXECUTE THE AGREEMENT. PASSED 5-0.
In response to Councilmember Monia's question, Mr. Peacock stated the
bridge would take approximately 9 to 12 months to complete.
7. NEW BUSINESS
A. Report from Assistant to the City Manager on Offer from State
to Sell or Lease Surplus Land - House at 13685 Quito Road
CLEVENGER/ANDERSON MOVED TO ACCEPT THE STAFF REPORT. PASSED 5-0.
B. Request from Public Safety commission to approve Funding of
Additional crossing Guard Position and Appropriations
Resolution to provide funds
Staff recommend that the City Council authorize additional crossing
guard and approve appropriation resolution in the amount of $2,000.
ANDERSON/MONIA MOVED TO AUTHORISEADDITIONALCRO88ING GUARD ANDAPPBOVE
APPROPRIATION RESOLUTION 91-46.8 IN THE AMOUNT OF $2,000. PASSED 5-0.
Ms. Karen Dowdy, Public Safety Commission, encouraged the Council to go
forward with the request.
C. Recommendation for Public Safety Certificates of Recognition
- to be Presented at April I council Meeting
CLEVENGER/MONIA MOVED TO RECOGNIZETHE PUBLIC AGENCY SERVING SARATOGA.
PASSED 5-0.
D. Memo AuthorizingPublicity for Upcoming Hearings - williamson
Appeal
CLEVENGER/ANDEHEON MOVED TO ACCEPT THE STAFF RECOMMENDATION. PASSED
5-0.
City Manager Peacock requested that the Council consider an item
regarding Waste Management vs. Palm Springs Recycling. City Manager
Peacock passed out a letter to the Councilmembers.
CLEVENGER/ANDERSON MOVED TO PLACE THIS ITEM ON THE AGENDA AS AM
EMERGENCY ITEM. PASSED 5-0.
City Manager Peacock stated this is similar to a problem that could
arise in Saratoga regarding commercial recyclers who are picking up
trash. He stated it is important that the City have an opportunity to
regulate Such activity. He noted if the City decide to file an amicus
brief Saratoga will be added to a list of other cities with their
concerns.
Councilmember Clevenger stated this is a problem in Saratoga and the
City should file an amicus brief.
CLEVENGER/ANDERSON MOVED TO ADD THE CITY OF SARATOGA TO THE LIST.
PASSED 5-0.
9. CITY COUNCIL ITEMS
A. Agenda items for joint meeting with Heritage Preservation
Commission on March 24
1) Heritage Preservation Commission Activity Report for
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1991-92
2)Review of Commission,s Work Program for 1992-93
3)Incentive/Education Program - positive approach
4)Short slide show - Lie Ansnes
5) Before meeting: Interviews with Library EXpansion
Committee Applicants at 7:00 p.m.
Councilmember Anderson suggested that the Heritage Preservation
Commission revisit the issue of Saratoga Ave. as a Heritage lane.
B. Reports from Individual Councilmembers
Mayor Kohler reported on the Cities Association Meeting. He noted the
letter from Senator Morgan was discussed and the two issues discussed
were voted down. He noted there was a discussion on the Toll Road
proposed from Livermore to Sacramento and there was opposition from
Green Belt Alliance.
Mayor Kohler stated the landfill Tax proposed by San Jose was discussed
and San Jose is going to move forward with this.
Councilmember Clevenger stated she attended a Jack Pack Meeting. She
noted Jack Pack is composed of representatives from the Air Board, ABAG
and MTC. Councilmember Clevenger reported on this meeting and
requested that the Mayor bring up the disagreements at the ABAG
meeting. Councilmember Clevenger stated the major concern is that the
three major agencies can not work together.
Councilmember Monia noted he had received no correspondence from the
library on the expansion.
City Manager Peacock stated the Councilmembers will receive
correspondence the 1st meeting in April.
In.response to CouncilmemberAnderson's question regarding the Finance
Committee, Mr. Peacock suggested that the Council except the report and
once approved then ask the Finance Committee to look it over.
10. ADJOURNMENT
The City Council adjourned at 11:10 p.m. to a closed session and then
to 7:00 p.m. on March 24 in the Senior Center Day Care Room, 19655
Allendale Avenue.
11." CLOSED SESSION on settlement negotiations, Teerlink Ranch limited
bankruptcy.
Respectfully submitted,
Catherine RobliZard~
Minutes Clerk