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HomeMy WebLinkAbout09-02-1992 City Council Minutes MINUTES SARATOGA CITY COUNCIL TIME: Wednesday, September 2, 1992 - 7:30 p.m. PLACE: Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Ave. TYPE: Regular Meeting The meeting was called to order by Mayor Anderson at 7:36 p.m. Pledge of Allegiance 1. ROLL CALL Councilmembers Present: Tucker, Burger, Monia, Kohler, Mayor Anderson Staff Present: City Engineer Perlin, City Attorney Riback, Planning Director Curtis, Environmental Programs Manager Gloege, Assistant to the City Manager King. 2. CEREMONIAL ITEMS - None 3. ROUTINE MATTERS A. Approval of Minutes - 8/5; 8/11 Councilmember Burger made the following corrections to the minutes of August 5, 1992: Page 2, 4th Paragraph from the bottom, should read "Councilmember Burger brought this issue forward because of a law suit brought against the City by the West Valley Taxpayers Environmental Association."; Page 6, 4th paragraph, should read "Mr. Tom Moran, Farwell Ave .... " MONIA/TUCKER MOVED TO APPROVE THE MINUTE8 OF 8/5 A~ AMENDED. PASSED BURGER/MONIA MOVED TO APPROVE THE MINUTES OF 8/11, AS PRESENTED. PASSED 4-0 (Tucker abstain) B. Approval of Warrant List MONIA/KOHLER MOVED TO APPROVE THE WARRANT LIST. PASSED C. Report of City Clerk on Posting of Agenda City Engineer Perlin stated pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on August 28. 4. CONSENT CALENDAR A. Planning Commission Actions, 8/12 - Noted and filed. B. Public Safety Commission Minutes, 8/10 - Noted and filed. C. Heritage Preservation Commission Minutes, 7/8; 8/12 - Noted and filed. D. Letter from Department of Fish and Game dated July 23 concerning unauthorized clearlng of vegetation on Saratoga Creek as part of the Route 85 project - Received and filed. F. Proclamation on Adult Day Care Week G. Resolution 92.056 of Recognition of California Native Americans I. Resolution 92.058 on Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program J. Rakone Foundation Revenues, 7/7/92-8/7/92 K. Award of construction contract for 1992 Pavement Management Program to O'Grady Paving in the amount of $730,442.8511 L. Authorization for staff to Record Notice of Completion for Civic Center Improvements (Capital Project No. 956) City Council Minutes 2 september.2, 1992 M. Award of construction contract for Quite Road Bridge Replacements to 8errano & Cone in the e mount of $503,493.00 (Capital Project No. 905) N. Award of construction contract for 1992 Street Maintenance Program to Valley Slurs7 Seal in the amount of $61,611.72 Mr. Bert Martel requested the removal of item 4E and Mr~ Aaron Katz requested the removal of 4H from the Consent Calendar. MONIA/TUCKER MOVED TO APPROVE THE CONSENT CALENDAR WITH THE EXCEPTION OF ITEMS E & H. PASSED 5-0. E. Acceptance, with regret, of Resignation of Matthew Durket from Planning Commission Mr. Bert Martel, 14420 Fruitvale Ave., read an article in the Saratoga News regarding Matthew Durket's reasons for resigning from the Planning Commission. MONIA/TUCKER MOVED TO APPROVE ITEM 4E. PASSED 5-0. H. Resolution setting refuse rates approved 8/5 Mr. Aaron Katz, Bank Mill Rd., noted his objection to the different garbage rates within the City. Mr. Katz addressed his letter to the City Council dated August 31, 1992. In response to Mayor Anderson's request, Ms. Gloege explained the reasons why the rates are different for the hard-to-serve areas. She noted it does cost 40% more to serve the hard-to-serve areas. She noted if the cost was the same throughout the City it would result in 37 cents per can, per month extra. In response to Mayor Kohler's concerns, City Attorney Riback stated it is legal to charge a higher rate for the hard-to-serve areas. Mayor Anderson noted the sewage service rates are calculated in the same way and there should be a consistent policy. Councilmember Kohler stated he would like to see some background information on this and discuss it at a later meeting. MONIA/KOHLER MOVED TO APPROVE RESOLUTION 92-057 AND PLACE ON THE AGENDA AT A LATER TIME THE POLICY OF RATE DIFFERENTIALS FOR DISCUSSION. PASSED 5-0. 5. COMMUNICATIONS FROM COMMISSIONS AND THE PUBLIC A. ORAL COMMUNICATION8 Colonel Barco, 19101 Camino Barco, addressed the sign study he did for the City Council several years ago. He noted he would be willing to update this study. He noted there was'much time and money spent on this study. Mr. Jim Lavin, 15450 Pepper Ln., reviewed an article in the San Jose Mercury News regarding the last election. He noted he received a resolution approving a final map of Tract 7770 which had no conditions. Mr. Lavin expressed concern about the money spent on the litigation regarding this tract. Mr. Bert Martel, 14420 Fruitvale, addressed the Council's discussion regarding a retreat. He asked the Council that this retreat not take place until the recall petition has been settled. Mr. Dick Siegfried, noted he is talking on behalf of the Good Government Group. He asked the Council to place an article in the Saratoga News explaining the process of the recall petition. Mr. Lou Thorpe, 19550 Farwell Ave., explained a situation which City Council Minutes 3 Beptember 2, 1992 .. occurred when trying to receive signatures regarding the recall petition. He requested that Mayor Anderson resign. Mr. Alan Halverson, 12390 Woodside Dr., expressed concern about leaf blowers and the aggravation ~aused by these. He also expressed concern about how citizens are treated by the City and asked that the ordinance regarding the leaf blower be changed. Mr. Aaron Katz, Bank Mill Road, addressed the issue of Cable T.V. and the extension of the franchise. He requested a report be done as to when the franchise option was exercised and if it was, get a legal opinion as to the legality. Me stated if the franchise option was not exercised, then the City is in a better position to negotiate. Mr. Heber Teerlink, 218101 Mt. Eden Rd., expressed concern about the citizens of Saratoga laying the blame on a single Councilmember for the problems of the City. He stated the fault lies with all the Councilmembers as well as previous Councils. Councilmember Burger requested that the Registrar of Voters clarify the cost and conditions of an election and this be placed in the Saratoga News to inform the citizens. Mayor Anderson noted th~ City Manager does receive a letter from the Registrar of Voters and he is the only one able to obtain such information. She will request that the City Manager make this information public. Councilmember Burger expressed concern about the people circulating the recall petition using strong arm tactics to get signatures. Councilmember Monia requested a report from the City Attorney as to why actions taken in closed sessions are not recorded. He also asked that the Council receive information regarding the franchise option with Cable T.V. Councilmember Monia then expressed concern about a letter sent out against the recall petition. Mayor Anderson noted she knew about this letter for one week and noted the person who wrote the letter is a free agent. 'She noted she took no part in writing this letter and has taken action to remove it from circulation. Councilmember Kchler stated that Mayor Anderson knew about this letter and would expect an apology from her because he was named in the letter with false accusations. He noted that the statement concerning his and Mr. Monia's vote on the decision on Nelson Gardens was false because neither he nor Mr. Monia had been on the Council. Mr. Jeff Schwartz, San Marcos Rd., noted he served as a member of a committee to study the Odd Fellows Site and its applicability for a senior site. He stated the Committee decided that the Odd Fellows site was inappropriate and there is a policy to reflect this. Mr. Schwartz stated the Mayor and City Manager have re-opened negotiations with the Odd Fellows site. He noted this was an official meeting and should have included the City Council. He requested an explanation as to why this issue was re-opened. Councilmember Monia questioned if the City Council would support the sign study as addressed by Colonel Barco. Mayor Anderson suggested Colonel Barco go before the Planning Commission with this item. Colonel Barco presented his comments and photos regarding items on the agenda. Mayor Anderson moved to the public hearings at this time. 8. PUBLIC HEKRIN~S - 8:30 p.m. A. /~nendment to the zoning Ordinance relating to fences and walls along Heritage lanes, with the associated Negative Declaration (AZO 92-001) (first reading and introduction) City Council Minutes 4 September 2, 1992 Staff recommends that the City Council introduce the ordinance by title only, waiving further reading; approve Negative Declaration. Planning Director Curtis presented the staff report and outlined the amendment to the Ordinance as recommended ~y the Planning Commission. In response to Mayor Anderson's question, Mr. Curtis explained the Fence Permit. Mayor Anderson suggested looking at the possibility of allowing backyard fences only, as opposed to the front yard walls. In response to Councilmember Burger's question, Mr. Curtis stated if a road is not fully improved within the dedicated right-of-way no wall can be constructed. Councilmember Monia suggested the Planning Department look at boundary lines were problems may arise. Planning Director Curtis stated a map could be drawn outlining the property lines. Mayor Anderson opened the public hearing at 8:37 p.m. BURGER/TUCKER'MOVED TO CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING. PASSED 5-0. MONIA/KOHLER MOVED TO APPROVE A NEGATIVE DECLARATION. PASSED 5-0. MONIA/KOHLER MOVED TO INTRODUCED THE ORDINANCE BY TITLE ONLY, WAIVING FURTHER HEADING. PASSED 5-0. B. Amendment to the Zoning Ordinance eliminating existing nonconforming situations with respect to allowable impervious coverage regulations in the R-1 zone districts, with the associated Negative Declaration. (AZO 92-003) (first reading and introduction) Staff recommends that the City Council introduce the ordinance by title only, waiving further reading; approve Negative Declaration. Planning Director Curtis presented the staff report and noted this is a clean up amendment. Mr. Curtis reviewed the amendment which was recommended by the Planning Commission, as outlined in the staff report. Councilmember Tucker asked why in the R1-20,000 district the proposed coverage is reduced to 45%. Mr. Curtis stated they are trying to meet a balance. He stated the intent is to allow people to do improvements on their properties. Councilmember Tucker feels that the Ordinance should not be changed if there have been no problems. The public hearing was opened at 8:48 p.m. BURGER/MONIA MOVED TO CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING. PASSED 5-0. MONIA/BURGER MOVED TO APPROVE A NEGATIVE DECLARATION. PASSED 5-0. MONIA/BURGER MOVED TO INTRODUCE THE ORDINANCE BY TITLE ONLY, WAIVING FURTHER READING. PASSED 5-0. C. Resolutlon Adopting the Source Reduction and Recycling Element and the Household Hazardous Waste Element Final Draft; certification of the Negative Declarations for these elements Staff recommends that the City Council adopt the resolution; approve Negative Declarations. Ms. Isabel Gloege presented the staff report dated August 28, 1992. Councilmember Burger thanked Ms. Gloege for the work done. City Council Minutes 5 September 2, 1992 The public hearing was opened at 8:47 p.m. Mayor Anderson noted that Saratoga have the highest rate of participation of recycling in the County. MONIA/BURGER MOVED TO CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING. PASSED 5-0. TUCKER/MONIA MOVED TO APPROVE THE NEGATIVE DECLARATION. PASSED 5-0. MONIA/TUCKER MOVED TO ADOPT RESOLUTION 92-059. PASSED 5-0. B. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS - None 6. OLD BUSINESS A. Enforceability of Section 15-30.160 (b) relating to the Length of Time Political Signs may Remain on Private Property prior to Election Staff recommends that the City Council review options proposed by the City Attorney; determine whether to repeal, amend or revise Section 15-30.160 (b) et al. City Attorney Riback reiterated comments from his memo dated August 24, 1992. He suggested that the Council not reinstate the code section with the 45 day limit and if it is reinstated it should be a longer time limit. Mayor Anderson suggested putting the words "from the filing date for the election" as opposed to a number of days. City Attorney Riback stated the problem is that there are so many different filing dates for the different offices and. feels this would be an administrative battle to enforce. He stated another suggestion would be to prohibit signs on public property. Councilmember Burger stated she would be more interested in pursuing the option that would differentiate public and private property. She noted that owners of private property should be allowed to put a sign up if they so wish. Councilmember Tucker stated a period of time can be challenged. She spoke in support of prohibiting the signs on public property. She noted signs are a major complaint of city residents. Councilmember Monia expressed concern about the issue of prohibiting signs on private property because of "Free Speech". He suggested leaving the section as is. In response to Councilmember Monia's question, City Attorney Riback explained how the law would work to prohibit signs on public property. Mayor Anderson spoke in favor of leaving the Section as is. She noted most people are sensitive to signs. She stated signs should be removed within three days of the election. Councilmember Burger noted the suggestive guidelines, as used in the last election, are not adequate. Councilmember Kohler stated he is not in SUpport of prohibiting signs on public property. MONIA/KOHLER MOVED TO MAKE THE SUSPENSION PERMANENT. PASSED 3-2. (Burger, Tucker opposed). Councilmember Tucker stated she is opposed because of a fairness issue. B. Draft Reply to Grand Jur~ regarding its Report on Tract 7770 Staff recommends that 'the City Council review the draft reply; revise as necessary and authorize Mayor to sign on behalf of the City. City Council Minutes 6 September 2, 1992 City Engineer Perlin noted the City Manager has prepared the draft report for City Council review. Mr. Bert Martel expressed concern about the "irregularities" and "poor judgements" as referred to in the Grand Jury report. He requested that the City Council find out what the irregularities are and address these. Mr. Martel went on to address an article in the paper regarding the map which was signed with no conditions. Mayor Anderson reiterated comments from the Grand Jury report, noting they have complied with the recommendations. She noted the map which was signed was filed with separate conditions. Mr. Jeff Schwartz noted he served on the Citizen's Committee which investigated Tract 7770. He expressed concern about not being informed about the draft letter prepared by the City Manager. He noted the Citizen's Committee would like to be involved in this and be able give some input. He strongly urged the Council to not take any action at this time so the Citizen's Committee can comment on the draft letter. Mr. Perlin noted the Committee has been discharged, but staff would send a letter to the members. Councilmember Monia suggested postponing any decision and send a copy of the draft to the members of the Committee. Councilmember Monia stated one reason for the frustration on the part of the Committees is when matters are brought before Staff they are not dealt with. He noted the policy should be changed on how the City should deal with citizens complaints. He noted he is in favor of sending a copy of the draft to the Citizens Committee, as a courtesy. Mayor Anderson stated she is satisfied with the staff response to the recommendations of the Grand Jury. Ms. Nancy McKereghan expressed concern about the Citizens Committee not being informed about this hearing. Councilmember Burger stated that the Citizens Committee performed their task and now it is the City Council who should take the leadership and report back to the Grand Jury. She does not feel that the Citizens Committee should be reformed. She noted the City Council has been asked-by the Grand Jury to bring this issue to a close. Councilmember Tucker concurred with Councilmember Burger. She noted the Grand Jury gave specific instructions for the City Council to address the issues and report back. She noted the Citizens Committee should review the draft, but the City Council should respond. Mayor Anderson read the findings of the Grand Jury report. She noted that the recommendations from the Grand Jury have been addressed adequately. Councilmember Kohler noted the Committee Members should be notified as a courtesy Councilmember Monia read a recommendation from the Grand Jury which stated that the City Council should invite all those involved in this process. He noted the Citizens Committee.was involved and should be included in the process. He also expressed concern about not dealing with the "irregularities" and "poor judgements" Councilmember Burger noted the "irregularities" and "poor judgements" have been dealt with and the City Council has complied to the Grand Jury recommendations. City Attorney Riback noted the City Council has dealt with the recommendations of the Grand Jury. He noted recommendation #1 was dealt with. He noted all the recommendations from the Citizen's Committee and staff have been acted upon and there is no need to revisit the issue. City Council Minutes 7 September 2, 1992 Mayor Anderson noted the members of the Citizens Committee will be sent a copy of the draft and they will postpone any action until the next hearing. Mr. Jeff Schwartz stated that not all the recommendations have been considered. He noted he would support Mayor Anderson's suggestion. He requested that the Committee be given a chance to be heard. MONIA/KOHLER MOVED TO TABLE THIS ITEM FOR TWO WEEKS. PASSED 4-1. (Burger opposed) City Attorney Riback stated if the members of the 'Committee wish to meet as individuals they may do so. Councilmember Monia stated a letter should be sent informing the members when this item will be heard. C. Reports on Various Code Enforcement Issues 1) Report from Assistant to City Manager on Complalnts raised by Messrs. Halverson, Barco, Reddick, and Whetstone Ms. Carolyn King, Assistant to City Manager, presented the staff report and noted she would be available for questions. In response to Councilmember Monia's question regarding Mr. Whetstone, Ms. King noted there was little staff could do until the decision on the boundary lines was settled. Mayor Anderson noted it was not clear to staff where the boundary lines were supposed to be. She noted there was a boundary dispute between the two property owners. Councilmember Monia noted the Council should not take a position until they are aware of all the facts. Mr. Tom Reddick noted his complaint about the Community Service Officers and noted they are not doing their job. He stated he is taking it upon himself to address the Mayor and asked the Mayor to follow through on his complaint. Mayor Anderson noted that the Community Service Officers, as well as the Engineering staff, did visit the intersection of Larchmont and Northampton. Ms. King noted the bushes causing the obstruction were trimmed by the property owner. Mr. Reddick noted that trees are obstructing the view. He also noted that people are running the stop signs. Mr. Bert Martel noted he spoke to people who have filed complaints with the City and nothing was done. He expressed concern about complaints going unrecorded. He recommended that the City Council should eliminate the Community Service Officers and go straight to the Sheriff's Department. 2) Report from Planning Director on Complaint raised concerning Lights at St. Michael Archangel Councilmember Monia addressed Colonel BarCo's complaints regarding the lights at St. Michael Archangel Church. He noted no action has been taken on this complaint. He noted citizens are frustrated with the response time from staff when addressing complaints. Planning Director Curtis reiterated his comments in the staff report regarding the lighting complaint. Councilmember Monia stated staff should take a pro-active position to protect residents. Planning Director Curtis stated the purpose of his report is to provide City Council Minutes 8 September 2, 1992 information to the City Council as to what is happening on the site and what staff intends to do. He noted the lights are operating illegally and this will be dealt with. Mr. Perlin noted there is not an ordinance to deal with lighting and the Planning Director is suggesting that an ordinance be developed to deal with a situation such as this one. Councilmember Kohler suggested looking at how other cities deal with this matter and develop an ordinance. Planning Director Curtis noted the property owner would have to apply for a site modification to put lights in. He stated staff can turn the lights off at this time and discuss this matter with the property owners. Mr. Jim Stuart expressed concern about improper management by staff. He noted if nothing is changed the same type of thing will continue to happen and citizens will be unhappy. Councilmember Burger thanked Ms. King for a thorough report. She reiterated comments from the staff report regarding staff dealing with complaints. She noted they are not dealing with a staff who are unable to deal with citizens complaints. Mayor Anderson noted she will drive by the intersection of Larchmont and Northampton. D. Report from city Attorney on Development Restrictions on Tract 6665 City Attorney Riback noted this relates to the Farsio appeal, heard by the City Council at a previous hearing. He noted this letter was not intended to be confidential. Mr. Riback reiterated the situation with the Farsio appeal. He noted there was a question regarding the Measure A Settlement Agreement, as to the legality of being able to build accessory structures on the property. City Attorney Riback noted after looking into the background documents and other references it is his conclusion that another single family residence could not be constructed, but accessory structures could. He noted the guest house would be allowed. BURGER/TUCKER MOVED TO RECEIVE AND FILE. PASSED 5-0. 7. NEW BUSINESS A. Reclassification of Plans Examiner Position Staff recommends that the City Council approve the reclassification. City Engineer Perlin presented the staff report dated September 2, 1992. Councilmember Tucker asked what the registration entails and how it will benefit the City. In response to Councilmember Tucker's question, Mr. Perlin noted the registration will allow the civil engineer to perform structural engineering calculations during the plan check process. He noted this eliminates the need to send out to consultants. TUCKER/BURGER MOVED TO APPROVE THE RECLASSIFICATION OF PLANS EXAMINER POSITION. PASSED 5-0. B. Letter Agreement with Jeff Reid to provide Park Design Services for Design of Ravenwood Park Staff recommends that the City Council authorize City Manager to execute agreement on behalf of the City. City Engineer Perlin presented the staff report dated September 2, 1992. He noted if this is'approved the neighbors will be notified and a workshop will be held to develop design goals. This will then be City Council Minutes 9 September 2, 1992 reviewed by the Parks and Recreation Commission and then go before the City Council. Councilmember Tucker questioned why this park was being developed as opposed to others which have been on the books for years. Mr. Perlin noted this is in the Capital Improvements Program. He stated that other parks are scheduled for future years. In response to Councilmember Burger's concerns, Mr. Perlin stated that it was a City Council decision to develop this site. Me noted that the Parks and Recreation Commission determined the site on Quito and Pollard was not a suitable location for a park. He stated the Citywas looking at the possibility of selling that site and using the proceeds to off-set the acquisition of the Ravenwood site. Mayor Anderson stated she heard from some residents that they do not want the park on Ravenwood and she would like reassurances that the park is wanted. Councilmember Monia expressed concern about sending mixed-messages to the Parks & Recreation Commission. He feels the City should take advantage of the volunteer services at this time and get the park designed. Mayor Anderson expressed concern about the impact the State budget'will have on the City with regards to spending the money at this time. Councilmember Tucker spoke in favor of designing the park at this time. Mr. Perlin noted that Mr. Heid will be involved in the design of the park with help from the volunteer. KOHLER/MONIA MOVED TO AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE AGREEMENT ON BEHALF OF THE CITY. PASSED Ms. Nancy McKereghan thanked Councilmember Kohler for his motion and noted the money is already designated to be spent on parks. Councilmember Tucker also expressed concern about the fiscal impact. She also noted there are other parks in the area which should have first priority. Mayor Anderson noted the City should go ahead with the designing of the park. She noted the neighbors should be notified. Mr. Perlin stated there will be adequate notice. The above motion was.carried 5-0. 9. CITY COUNCIL ITEMS Mayor Anderson went to item 9B at this time. B. General Items 1) Appointment of Planning and Parks and Recreation Commissioners MONIA/BURGER MOVED TO APPOINT LEO BERNARD., BARBARA DUTRA, DON CLARK AND MARY ANN SWAN TO THE PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION. PASSED 5-0. Nominations to the Planning Commission will be held after the interview of Mr. Wolfe on September 8, 1992. 2) Authorization for Attendance at Annual League of California Cities Conference and Designation of Voting Delegate Staff recommends that the City Council: 1) Authorize attendance by City Councilmembers with reasonable and necessary expenses; 2) Designate the Mayor and Vice Mayor as Voting Delegate and Voting Alternate to the Conference. City Council Minutes lO September 2# 1992 BURGER/TUCKER MOVED TO AUTHORIZE ATTENDANCE BY CITY COUNCILMEMBERS WITH REASONABLE AND NECESSABY EXPENSES. PASSED 5-0. BURGER/TUCKER MOVED TO DESIGNATE THE MAYOR ~ VICE MAYOR AS VOTING DELEGATE AND VOTING ALTEItNATE TO THE CONFERENCE. PASSED 5-0. 3) Agenda items for joint meeting with Nakone Foundation Board Councilmember Monia stated the Council should have a discussion regarding alternate years for the Hakone Festival as opposed to every year. Me noted this would help bring the cost down. He stated the City Council needs to look at the amount of money spent on Makone versus other parks in the City. He questioned if Hakone could be funded through some other financing methods. 9. A. Agency Assignment Reports 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 Monia reported on the Cable TV Board. He stated there will be a rate increase. He requested that the City Attorney look into the franchise extension as to its legality. Councilmember Burger noted there is a memo available to the Councilmembers regarding the meetings she attended. She noted that herself and Councilmember Tucker have been working in an attempt to come up with a more complete comprehensive packet for reviewing the City Manager. She noted the other Councilmembers will have copies next week. The Councilmembers discussed how to perform the City Manager~s review. Mayor Anderson suggested putting this topic on the Agenda to be discussed on September 8, 1992. Councilmember Monia noted he had a complaint regarding Sheriff~s making a left hand turn into the sub-station off Highway 9. He requested that the Public Safety Commission look into this. He noted it is a safety concern. Councilmember Tucker reported on the Traffic Authority Policy Advisory Board meeting. Mayor Anderson noted she attended a meeting with Cable personnel. She noted basic rate service was discussed. Mayor Anderson stated the Mayors and Managers will only meet if there is an agenda. She did attend a Mayors only meeting and they discussed staff salaries in general and there will be follow up on this. Councilmember Monia address the system of staff salaries and stated this is the problem. Mayor Anderson noted she att'ended a Senate Committee Meeting in Sacramento and the end result was that SB797 was defeated. Councilmember Monia addressed the issue of closed sessions and noted that final votes must be recorded. City Council Minutes 11 September 2# 1992 Councilmember Kohler concurred. City Engineer Perlin addressed the freeway interchange on Saratoga Ave. and the issue of visual barrier walls and sound walls along the rear of properties. He noted he had a meeting with the Traffic Authority. He stated a visual barrier wall will be built and as this is the same material used as a sound wall he opted not to have a sound study as suggested earlier by the Traffic Authority. The was a consensus of the Council not to have the sound study. 10. CLOSED SESSION - None 11. ADJOURNMENT - The meeting adjourned at 11:50 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on September 8 in the Cultural Center at Hakone Gardens, 21000 Big Basin Way for annual joint meeting with Hakone Foundation Board and to review proposal for refinancing of Civic Center Certificates of Participation. Respectfully submitted, Catherine Robillard Minutes Clerk'