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HomeMy WebLinkAbout08-05-1992 City Council Minutes MINUTES SARATOGA CITY COUNCIL TIME: Wednesday, August 5, 1992 - 7:30 p.m. PLACE: Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Ave. TYPE: Regular Meeting Pledge of Allegiance 1. ROLL CALL Councilmembers Present: Tucker, Burger, Monia, Kohler, Mayor Anderson Staff Present: City Manager Peacock, Assistant City Attorney Faubion,- Isabel Gloege, Environmental Programs Manager 2. CEREMONIAL ITEMS - None. 3. ROUTINE MATTERS A. Approval of Minutes - 7/151 7/21; 7/28 Minutes of 7/15: Councilmember Monia made the following changes: Page 2, Under Colonel Barco's comments, there was direction from the City Council for a report back from staff and this to be placed on the agenda. Page 5, 12th Paragraph, the issue is how to deal with items brought before the City Council which are new items from what the Planning Commission heard. MONIA/KOHLER MOVED TO APPROVE THE MINUTES OF 7/15, AS AMENUED. PASSED KOHLER/BURGER MOVED TO APPROVE THE MINUTES OF 7/21, AS PRESENTED. PASSED 5-0. MONIA/BURGER MOVED TO APPROVE THE MINUTES OF 7/28, AS PRESENTED. PASSED 5-0. B. Approval of Warrant List KOHLER/MONIA MOVED TO APPROVE THE WARRANT LIST. PASSED C. Report of City Clerk on Posting of Agenda PUrsuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on July 31. 4. CONSENT CALENDAR A. Planning Commission Actions, 7/22 - Noted and filed. B. Public Safety commission Minutes, 7/13 - Noted and filed. C. Resolution 92-047.1 Mending fee schedule as it pertains to Hakone Gardens effective August 6 for reservations made after August 5 D. Resolution 92-052 on Farsio Appeal heard 7/15 E. Resolutlon 92-053 appointing John Tauchi as member of the Eakone Foundation F. Acceptance with sincere appreciation of donation of built- in public.address system for the Community Center Multi- Purpose Room from Saratoga Rotary Club G. Ordinance HP-18 designating "The Bank" at 14421 Big Basin Way as a Historic Landmark (HP-lS, Sullivan) (second reading and adoption) City Council Minutes 2 August.5, 1992 Councilmember Monia requested the removal of items H & I from the Consent Calendar. H. Authorization of Mayor and City Manager to Execute on behalf of city Renewal of Rental Agreement and Security Service Agreement - Teru Ishihara (Hakone Gardens caretaker) Councilmember Monia questioned if the rental and security should be the responsibilityof the Foundation as they are responsible for the grounds. . City Manager Peacock stated the caretaker lives on the property and she is a full-time employee of the City. In response to Councilmember Monia's concerns regarding liability, City Manager Peacock stated all but the building contents are covered under the City's insurance policy. MONIA/BURGER MOVED TO APPROVE ITEM 4H. PASSED 5-0. I. Approval of Typing of City Manager's Dissertation by city Staff as part of Management Staff Professional Development Plan for Fiscal 1992-93 approved 7/21 and report from the City Attorney on dismissal of the West Valley Taxpayers Association lawsuit in favor of the City relating to this matter Councilmember Monia expressed concern about a City employee working for another City employee. He noted he would like to see this as an award/grant in which the City Manager can contract with. Councilmember Kohler stated that other employees should have an opportunity to participate in this and would like to see a general policy. Councilmember Burger stated that the City Manager using his secretary for professional development work was approved by a previous City Council. She noted that City employees should be encouraged to improve themselves. Councilmember Burger feels that this will not be an ongoing problem. Councilmember Tucker stated that Mr. Peacock was granted this request by a previous City Council and this should be honored. She noted a policy is needed. Councilmember Tucker stated she would be in favor 6f upholding the previous City Council's decision. Councilmember Monia stated the City does have a good program for professional growth and would support the continuation of this, as long as it does not affect regular city business. He noted the City needs a clear policy regarding this issue. Councilmember Kohler stated if this was approved by a previous City Council, why is it up for discussion at this time. He concurred with Councilmember Monia that a clear policy is needed. Councilmember Burger explained that this issue was brought forward because of a .suit by the West Valley Taxpayers and Environment Association, which has been dismissed. Mr. Jim Stuart, Allendale Ave., feels it is a mistake to have an employee work for another employee. He feels anything which is not City business should be contracted out and also there should be a policy which is across the board for all employees. Mr. Tom Reddick, Larchmont Ave., stated if a person is on the City pay roll they should not have free time, as addressed by Councilmember Burger. He noted his opposition regarding this item. Mayor Anderson stated there was an understanding with the prior City Council that Mr. Peacock would be able to use the secretary for typing his thesis. She noted that there should be a clear policy. She suggested that the Council consider that the stipend be part of the City Council Minutes 3 August 5, 1992 compensation package. TUCKER/BURGER MOVED TO APPROVE THE DISSERTATION TYPING REQUEST AND TO CONSIDER THE STIPEND AS PART OF THE COMPENSATION PACKAGE OF THE CITY MANAGER. PASSED 3-2 (Monia, Kohler No) CONSENT CALENDAR II - CLAIMS A. Claim of Bandy in connection with bus-pedestrian accident at unspeoified location City Manager Peacock stated the accident took place on the campus of West Valley College and involved a County of Santa Clara Transit Eus. He stated staff recommends that the City Council reject the claim due to non-jurisdiction of the City. MONIA/BURGER MOVED TO REJECT THE CLAIM DUE TO NON-JURISDICTION OF THE CITY. PASSED 5-0. B. Amended Claim of Batty in connection with lift accident on Transit Assist Vehiole Staff recommends that the City Council reject due to lateness of claim. MONIA/BURGER MOVED TO REJECT DUE TO THE LATEHESS OF THE CLAIM. PASSED 5-0° 5. COMMUNICATIONS FROM COMMISSIONS AND THE PUBLIC A. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Mr. Jim Layin, 15450 Pepper Ln., expressed concern about being cut off at the last meeting. Mr. Lavin continued his discussion started at the last meeting regarding discrimination. He also expressed his outrage about themailer that was sent out during the last election. Mr. Lou Thorpe, 19550 Farwell Ave., noted a formal petition for recall of Mayor Anderson has been filed with the City. Mr. Thorpe outlined the reasons why the recall petition was filed. He noted the recall petition will embarrass Mayor Anderson and asked for her resignation. Mr. Tom Reddick, 12389 Larchmont Ave., feels that the Community Service Officers are not doing their job. He expressed concern about blind intersections within the City and requested that the City Council look into this. He stated the intersection in question is Larchmont and North Hampton. Mayor Anderson requested that the City Manager look into this. B. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS 1) Letter from Nakone Foundation forwarding $5,000 payment on outstanding loan Staff recommends that the City Council receive and file. Ms. Fran Miller, Hakone Foundation, presented a check to the City Council. 2) Bill Michel, Santa Clara ~alley Bicycle Association, P.O. Box 831, Cupertino, requesting support for 8B1141. MONIA/TUCKER MOVED TO RECEIVE AND FILE. PASSED 5-0. 3) Report and Recommendation from Public Safety Commission re: Pollcy for Parking in Bike Lanes City Manager Peacock noted the letter received from Ralph Romano and Associates. Mr. Ralph Romano 18700 Casa Bianca Rd., addressed his letter submitted to the City Council. Mr. Romano gave background information on himself City Council Hinutes · August 5, .1992 noting he has represented both the City and the County in his profession as an engineer. Mr. Romano went on to explain the parking situation as well as the ingress/egress situation at the Gateway Buildings. He feels that the bicycle lane and parking can both be obtained. Benoted the Sheriff's Department have made a recommendation to have a driveway off Cox Ave. Mayor Anderson noted she did visit the site and access is a problem. Councilmember Monia stated he requested this item be placed on the agenda as he sees a danger to bicyclists throughout the City. He. stated that the City Council should not get involved in individual problems. Be noted the Public Safety Commission are.asking if they should continue reviewing this matter. City Manager Peacock expressed his concern regarding liability from a risk management standpoint. He feels that sharing bicycle lanes with automobiles is a problem. He stated the State's standards are clear, that bicycle lanes are for bicycles only and should not be interfered with by parking. He noted what Mr. Romano is suggesting may be able to be done in this particular section of the City, but not in other areas. Mr. Peacock also expressed Concern regarding the regulation of parking in the bicycle lanes. He noted the Council needs to give direction to the Public Safety Commission. Councilmember Burger stated she would like to see a cost estimate. Councilmember Kohler stated the City should encourage bicycle lanes and expressed concern about the number of accidents involving bicyclists. Be noted he is not in support of parking cars in the bicycle lane. MONIA/TUCKER MOVED TO DIRECT THE PUBLIC SAFETY COMMISSION TO CONTINU~ THEIR WORE ON BIKE LANES ANDBIKE ROUTES. WHERE BICYCLE AND CARLANES CAN BE INCORPORATED THIS SHOULD BE DONE, BUT WHERE THERE IS DIFFICULTY IT SHOULD NOT BE DONE. ALSO ENCOURAGE BIKE PATHS. PASSED 5-0. Mr. Romano asked that he be notified regarding this item. Also Councilmember Monia requested input from the Planning Commission. 4) Report and Recommendation from Public Safety Commission re: three-way stop intersection at Oak Place and Orchard Road Staff recommends that-the City Council review the report and, if desired, adopt resolution. Ms. Lisa Donohoe presented maps to the Council outlining the intersection and the proposed stop signs. She noted there are a number of children 9 years and under who ride their bikes and she is concerned about safety. Ms. Donohoe noted the street is used as a cut through from saratoga/Sunnyvale Rd. to Saratoga Ave. She also expressed concern about the blind corner and noted this is a constant source of worry to parents. In response to Councilmember Burger's question, Ms. Donohoe stated the sign saying "Stop Sign Ahead" does not slow traffic down. Ms. Donohoe also noted that the City Engineer stated it warrants the stop signs. She noted the neighbors are in favor of the stop signs. Councilmember Burger noted she did visit the site and it is a narrow road. She noted it appears to be a problem in the neighborhood, but is not sure that stop signs will resolve the problem. She hopes when the freeway opens, less traffic will use the road as a through-way. She noted she would support the 3-way stop sign at this time. Councilmember Kohler stated he would support the 3-way stop sign and accidents should not need to occur to warrant them. Councilmember Tucker noted she attended the Public Safety Commission meeting regarding this issue and this is a concern. She stated that the neighbors want the stop signs. She noted that the City Engineer indicated that the stop signs will not reduce the speed. Councilmember Tucker noted she will support the majority of the Council at this time. City Council Minutes 5 August 5, 1992 Councilmember Monia spoke in favor of the stop signs in this neighborhood. He expressed concern about the safety of children. MONIA/KOHLER MOVED TO ADOPT RESOLUTION MY-206 DESIGNATING THE INTERSECTION OF OAK PLACE AND ORCHARD ROAD AS A THREE-WAY STOP INTERSECTION. PASSED 5-0. Mayor Anderson noted this should be monitored for the next few months. Mayor Anderson moved to the public hearings at this time. 8. PUBLIC HEARING8 A. South Bay Cable Franchise Renewal Proposal Staff recommends that the City Council approve the listing of items to negotiate with South Bay Cablevision. Mr. Peacock informed the Council of additional communication received. City Manager Peacock presented the staff report dated August 5, 1992. He reviewed the points to negotiate in the CATV agreement as outlined in the staff report. In response to Councilmember Burger's questions, Mr. Peacock stated the City has no control over the rate charged. He noted there are Bills going through Congress which could allow the City to regulate the rates. He also noted the change to 14 units per cable plant mile will improve the service and also allow for expansion. Councilmember Monia asked Mr. Peacock to explain the competition regarding cable. Councilmember Monia noted he had several phone calls regarding the lack of competition. Mr. Peacock stated that Saratoga franchise is non-exclusive. Mr. Richard Littorno, Consultant, stated it would be very expensive for another cable company to come in and re-cable. He noted there is the opportunity for competition on the horizon with the advance of technology. Councilmember Monia stated that under the existing contract there are areas within the City that meet the criteria, but are not receiving cable. Mr. Peacock noted he has listed every street which does not have cable services that staff is aware off. He noted if the standard is changed to 14 units per cable most, if not all, areas will receive cable services. Mayor Anderson questioned the five year extension. Mr. Peacock stated the City or the Company can unilaterally decide if they want the extension to occur. Mr. Bill Haggetty, Manager, South Bay Cablevision introduced Mr. Mutter, Statets Regional Manager. Mr. stated they would like to proceed with negotiations to renew the franchise. He noted there has been some lapses in time and they are asking for the five year extension. He noted they would like to begin the negotiations as soon as possible. Mr. Mutter stated they will be using state-of-the-art equipment and service will be better. In response to Councilmembersquestions, Mr. Mutter stated the system used in Saratoga is old and a new system is needed. In response to Councilmember Monia's question regarding cost, Mr. Haggerty stated the services vary from city to city. He explained the system and the rates in other cities, noting the rates are comparable. Councilmember Monia stated it is important that the Council look at what the rates may be. City Council Minutes 6 August 5, 1992 Mr. Haggerty explained the reasons for the upgrade and why there is no reduction in cost. The public hearing was opened at 9:06 p.m. Mr. Aaron Katz, P.O. Box 116, addressed the 90 day extension as outlined in the staff report. He stated that South Bay Cablevision had 90 days to exercise the option to renew and although the letter was dated June 1, 1992, it was not received by the City until June 11, 1992. He noted some days when he has experienced bad service and also lack of communication with Customer Service. He suggested the City Council not do anything at this time until the Bills going through Congress are addressed. Mr. Katz addressed his letter to the City Council and reviewed his proposals, as outlined in the staff report. Mr. Tom Moran,. Farwell Ave., addressed the specialized channels and noted he would like to see new services. He expressed concern about a long-term franchise which may become old as the present system is not very old. Ms. Lee McVay, 21779 Congress Springs Ln., stated she has been trying for four years to receive cable. She noted there are only four homes on the street and asked if they would receive cable. Councilmember Burger noted that under the points of negotiation, Congress Springs Ln. is included to receive cable. Mayor Anderson closed the public hearing. Mr. Littorno stated there are may issues to be negotiated and documents received from him and the City Manager do address the issues which should be considered. He suggested a study session to put together a counter proposal. In response to Mayor Anderson's question regarding the legality of the extension, Mr. Littorno stated this is not important as cable can continue to do business with or without the extension as long as cable can meet a minimal level of service. He noted it does not make economic sense for another Cable Company to come into the City. He noted the cable belongs to South Bay Cable and not the City. Councilmember Monia stated he is not in support of a study session and noted the Councilmembers should give input to staff at this time. He noted he would like more information on the cost for basic service. Mayor Anderson stated that senior discount should not be across the board. Councilmember Monia asked if the City has the right to re-regulate if the law is changed. He also questioned if there is a legal method to hold the Cable Company responsible for poor service. In response to Councilmember Monia's concerns, City Manager Peacock stated that there are provisions in the contract to keep the system up- to-date. Also, Mr. Littorno stated there are provisions in the draft ordinance to address the bad service issue. Councilmember Kohler expressed concern about the process and the public being informed. He suggested that a report be sent out to the public expressing the concerns of the City. He noted the basic function should be for all residents to receive cable. Mayor Anderson requested that staff do a comprehensive noticing for the study session. She feels the Council and Community must understand what the City can do leU~lly. Councilmember Burger sugTested a notice in the Saratoga News. She also noted she would like to see better service during repair work and have 24 hour service. City Manager Peacock suggested the Council hold a workshop to define the issues and get a re?c~ion rather than noticing. He feels that Mr. Katz has covered most c'j the concerns of citizens. He suggested the City Council ainutes 7 lu~ust 5, X992 Council look through the points to negotiate in the agreement and make recommendations. Councilmember Monia noted there has been input regarding this item and Council should review the work done by staff. He feels the Council need to move forward with this. Councilmember Anderson reiterated her concern regarding a discount for seniors. She feels there should be a substantial cut for needy seniors as opposed to a 30 percent cut across the board. There was a consensus of the Council to allow Mr. Littorno to go ahead with negotiations and address concerns the Councilmembers addressed earlier. City Manager Peacock stated the City Attorney needs to render a legal opinion with regards to Mr. Katz's remarks regarding CC&R~s and the prohibition of antennas. Council concurred. B. Integrated Waste Management Program Costs and Proposed Rates (continued from July 15) Staff recommends that the City Council approve the continuation of existing services. Ms. Isabel Gloege presented the staff report dated August 5, 1992.' She noted the request is to consider the current programs and the additional programs as outlined in the staff report. She noted the rates will be prepared for the September 2nd meeting. Mayor Anderson opened the public hearing at 9:55 p.m. Mr. Aaron Katz expressed concern regarding different rates between the hard-to-serve areas and the residential flatland areas. He stated he did look at the budget and feels the rates should be across the board. Mayor Anderson closed the public hearing at 9:56 p.m. Councilmember Monia addressed the reduced garbage as a result of the recycling of yard clippings. He noted the rates continue to increase even with the recycling and feels there needs to be an incentive for recycling. Ms. Gloege stated that recycling is not profitable at this time until the State takes part in expanding markets. Ms. Gloege addressed Table 1 in the staff report. She noted 67 percent of all households paid less for garbage since the yard clipping recycling began. She noted many people have reduced to one can and there has been a personal savings. City Manager Peacock explained why the rates have not decreased even with the recycling. He noted the cost of disposing in the landfill has increased substantially over the last four years. He noted since the recycling of the yard clippings began, Green Valley have reduced their routes. Mr. Peacock also addressed Table 1 explaining the cost of the recycling and processing. He explained the residential cost increase and noted the rates are lower than some adjoining cities. In response to Councilmember Monia~s question, Ms. Gloege explained what happens to the yard clippings. Mr. Peacock noted a number of people are paying 40% less since the recycling began. He noted nominal adjustments will have to be made. He feels that most of the community support what the City has accomplished regarding the recycling. Mr~ Peacock went on to review the proposed additional programs as outlined in the staff report. In response to Councilmember Burger~s question, Ms. Gloege stated she has received a few calls regarding the City Wide Clean-up. Councilmember Monia questioned the recycling picked up by Green Valley. City Council Minutes 8 August 5#. 1992 Mr. Gerard Wen, Green Valley, explained what happens to the recycables noting there is a ready and willing buyer for everything recycled. Mr. Wen also explained the Bills going through Congress. BURGER/MONIA MOVED NOT ACCEPT ANY NEW PROGRAMS AT THIS TIME. PASSED C. Confirmation of Weed Abatement Assessment Report Staff recommends that the City Council adopt the resolution confirming assessments. City Manager Peacock presented the staff report dated August 5, 1992. He noted he did not receive any protest. TUCKER/BURGER MOVED TO ADOPT RESOLUTION 92-054 CONFIRMING ASSESSMENTS OF WEED ABATEMENT CHARGES. PASSED 4-1 (Monla temporarily absent) Mayor Anderson noted the Council will address 5B5, 5B6, and 7C together. 5) Brlan J. Flaherty, 20123 Pampas Ct., objecting to problems in connection with freeway construction - Traffic Authority,s response requested by August 4. City Manager Peacock noted he had a meeting with the Traffic Authority and Cal-Trans regarding the concerns Mr. Flaherty addressed in his 1 etter. 6) Douglas and Barbara Frandsen, requesting extension of soundwall to Covina Court City Manager Peacock noted the request for the extension of the soundwall to Covina Court was also addressed by Mr. Flaherty. He noted that the City Engineer did prepare a report and the Traffic Authority did provide a. drawing outlining the position they are taking. He noted the Traffic Authority are not willing to extend the wall for visual intrusion. Councilmember Burger noted she visited the Frandsen's House. She noted the Frandsen's will have a tremendous impact on their property and lives. She noted the soundwall should be extended to Covina Court. Mayor Anderson suggested a site visit to both homes with the Traffic Authority Board Member representing Saratoga, Mr. Kotowski, and staff. Councilmember Tucker stated the Traffic Authority should look into this as she has concerns after visiting the site. Councilmember Burger pointed out that the City cannot wash down streets because of the Non-Point Source Pollution and Mr. Flaherty should be informed of this. City Manager Peacock noted he will communicate with the Traffic Authority. Mayor Anderson returned to Item 7. C. C. Route 85: Saratoga Avenue Interchange - Mitigation of Visual Impact caused by Relocation of Saratoga Avenue Staff recommends that the City Council consider resident input on mitigation alternatives and select an alternative. City Manager Peacock presented the staff report dated August 5, 1992. He reviewed the drawing in the staff report outlining what the neighbors request and what the Traffic Authority proposes. Mr. Bill Scales, 13160 Via Arriba Ct., noted there was documentation submitted to the Traffic Authority requesting a wall. Mr. Scales explained the elevation of his property. City Council Minutes 9 August 5, 1992 Mayor Anderson suggested a site visit with the Traffic Authority. She expressed concern about the Traffic Authority approaching people regarding building a soundwall and then not building it. Mrs Frandsen presented photos to the Council outlining the elevation of her'property. 6. OLD BUSINESS A. Response to guestions on conditions at Argonaut Shopping Center City Manager Peacock noted the letter sent to the property owner. He stated he did talk to the City Attorney and the City has no control over the center being run down unless it's a threat to life safety or a fire hazard. He noted this is a difficult issue to deal with as some of the standards are very subjective. He noted he will bring back a report to the Council on a possible commercial maintenance standards ordinance. Mr. Peacock also noted it is hard to maintain commercial property because of the drought etc. 7. NEW BUSINESS A. Law Enforcement Service Delivery Plan 1992-93 Staff recommends that the City Council authorize the City Manager to approve the plan submitted by the Sheriff's Department on behalf of the City. City Manager Peacock noted the most important addition to the plan is the School Resource Officer. In response to Councilmember Burger's question, Captain Robert Wilson stated the selection of the School Resource Office will involve recommendations from the school. Mayor Anderson stated she would like a report back, once the School Resource Officer is in operation. In response to Councilmember Monia's question, City Manager Peacock stated there is flexibility in the agreement if the result of the State Budget affects the City Budget and programs have to be discontinued. Captain Wilson stated they are aware of the State problem and are looking at areas or programs which can be cut. In response to Mayor Anderson's question regarding burglaries, Captain Wilson stated they are working with other jurisdictions to solve this problem. MONIA/TUCKER MOVED TO APPROVE THELAW ENFORCEMENT SERVICE DELIVERY PLAN 1992-93. PASSED 5-0. B. Memorandum of Understanding to fund and create Santa clara county Hazardous Material Advisory committee Staff recommends that the City 'Council approve the memorandum of understanding. Ms. Isabel Gloege presented the staff report dated August 5, 1992. In response to Councilmember Monia's question, City Manager Peacock stated this program will be required to be re-evaluated every three years to see if the program is necessary. He stated this program will create an educational program. MONIA/BURGER MOVED TO APPROVE THE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING. PASSED 9. CITY COUNCIL ITEMS A. Agency Assignment Reports City Council Minutes 10 August 5,~ 1992 1. ABAG - Anderson 2. Cable TV Board - Monia 3. HCD Policy Committee - Tucker 4. Transportation Commission - Anderson 5. Hakone Foundation - Tucker 6. IGC - Kohler 7. Flood Control Advisory Board - Burger 8. League of Cities Peninsula Division - Tucker 9. Water District Commission - Anderson 10. Santa Clara County Cities Association - Tucker 11. Sister City Committee - Burger 12. Traffic Authority Policy Advisory Board - Tucker 13. Transit Assist Board - Burger 14. Senior Coordinating Committee - Burger 15. West Valley Sanitation District - Burger Councilmember Kohler reported on the Hakone Foundation meeting. He noted there were three main issues: 1) collection of parking fees which was presented to the Council; 2) concern about management; 3) concern about the high interest rate of the loan and are looking to refinance. Councilmember Burger reported on the following: Senior Coordinatina Committee. She noted they will be open a fourth day at the adult day care center in September. She also reported on the Senior Aid Program as well as the Young Senior Service League. Transit Assist. She noted they are looking for additional funds from the County for the Disabilities Act. She noted she will be going on a ride along to familiarize herself with the program. West Valley Sanitation District. They have began to exact penalties for discharge violations. She noted Phase I of the Storm Drain Management Program was approved. Councilmember Tucker noted she cannot attend the Housing Community Development meeting. City Manager Peacock noted a staff person will attend. B. General Items 1. Report on City Council Executive Development Institute - Burger Councilmember Burger noted there will be available, to the other Councilmembers, notes on the highlights of the conference. She stated the Institute was very informative Mayor Anderson noted she attended a meeting of the Bay Area Regional coalition of Cities in conjunction with ABAG. She noted the interest and direction was the same from the two organizations. Mayor Anderson reported on the results of this meeting. 2. Review SCCCA Revised Draft Growth Management Position The Councilmembers discussed the Platform on Growth Management as outlined in the staff report. Mayor Anderson noted that #8 the words "at least" are to be deleted. She stated the request is for the Council to review the growth management and pass it on to SCCCA. Mayor Anderson also reiterated the functions of ABAG and MTC. Councilmember Monia stated that Councilmembers should report on the important highlights of each meeting they attend and the Council should continue with City business. ANDERSON/KOHLER MOVED TO REPORT BACK TO SCCCA THAT THE PLATFORM ON GROWTH MANAGEMENT IS ACCEPTABLE EXCEPT #8 UNLESS THE CITIES HAVE ADEQUATE REPRESENTATION. PASSED 5-0. 3. Agenda Items for Joint Meeting with Planning Commission August 11 City council Minutes 11 August 5, 1992 a. Attendance Policy b. Status of General Plan Amendments c. Staff work plan through end of 1993. City Manager Peacock noted additional items of discussion would be the. issue of applicants changing plans when they go before the City Council. Also discussion on Planning Commission and Staff relations. He also noted that interviews for Commissioners are scheduled for September 2, 1992. Councilmember Monia addressed the recommendation from staff not to send City Council agendas to the Planning Commission. He expressed concern about lack of communication and noted this needs to be addressed. 4. Discussion regarding senior housing options for City to pursue - Anderson Continued to August 11, 1992. City Manager Peacock noted there will be a closed session on August 11, 1992 to address the session with Judge Stone. Regarding the Team Building, Mr. Peacock noted this can be done in stages. He noted if it is not done this Month the Council will have to wait until October. He stated the cost of Phase I will be $1200. Councilmember Tucker noted the Council are working together and they should not incur the expense at this time. The other Councilmembers concurred. Councilmember Tucker addressed the library expansion. City Manager Peacock stated they will have a report back from the architects on the progress and cost. He noted the cost will not be available until the September 16 meeting. City Manager Peacock reported on the possible refinancing of the City~s Certificate of Participation and the interest paid. He noted this needs to be looked into, and if attractive will be presented to the Council on September 16. 10. CLOSED SESSION - None. 11. ADJOUP3qMENT The meeting adjourned at 11:56 p.m. to August 11 at 7:30 p.m. in the Community Center, 19655 Allendale Avenue. Respectfully submitted, Harry R. Peacock City Clerk