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MINUTES
SARATOGA CITY COUNCIL
NOVEMBER 19, 2003
The City Council of the City of Saratoga met in Closed Session, Administrative
Conference Room. 13777 Fruitvale Avenue. at 6:00 p.m.
Conference with Legal Counsel - Threatened Litigation: Significant exposure to
litigation pursuant to Government Code section 54956.9(b): (1 potential case)
Conference with Legal Counsel - Initiation of litigation (Gov't Code section 54956.9( c):
(3 potential cases).
MAYOR'S REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION -7:00 p.m.
Mayor Streit reported there was Council discussion but no action was taken.
Mayor Streit called the Regular City Council meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. and lead the
Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Councilmembers Stan Bogosian, Kathleen King,
Norman Kline, Vice Mayor Ann Waitonsmith,
Mayor Nick Streit
ABSENT: None
ALSO PRESENT: Dave Anderson, City Manager
Lorie Tinfow, Assistant City Manager
Richard Taylor, City Attorney
Cathleen Boyer, City Clerk
Jesse Baloca, Administrative Services Director
Tom Sullivan, Community Development Director
John Cherbone, Public Works Director
Cary Bloomquist, Administrative Analyst
REPORT OF CITY CLERK ON POSTING OF AGENDA FOR NOVEMBER 19,
2003
Cathleen Boyer, City Clerk, reported that pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.2,
the agenda for the meeting of November 19, 2003 was properly posted on November 13,
2003.
COMMUNICATIONS FORM COMMISSIONS & PUBLIC
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
No one requested to speak at tonight's meeting:
COMMUNICATIONS FORM COMMISSIONS
None
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
None
COUNCIL DIRECTION TO STAFF
None
ANNOUNCEMENTS
None
CEREMONIAL ITEMS
1. PROCLAMATION - DECLARING WEEK OF NOVEMBER 24-30,2003 AS
NATIONAL FAMILY WEEK
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Present proclamation.
Mayor Streit read the proclamation and presented it to Bishop Bret England.
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
2A. WEST VALLEY CLEAN WATER PROGRAM - CHERI DONNELLY,
PROGRAM MANAGER
STAF RECOMMENDATION:
Informational only.
Cheri Donnelly, Program Manager, introduced herself noting that she represented
the West Valley Clean Water Program.
Ms. Donnelly briefly provided the history of the program stating that it was
created in 1994 and was a collaboration of Campbell, Saratoga, Los Gatos and
Monte Sereno and West Valley Sanitation District.
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Ms. Donnelly explained the purpose of the program stating that all cities are storm
water dischargers and therefore required by federal law to have a permit. Ms.
Donnelly noted that every year each city must update their Urban Runoff
Management Plan.
Ms. Donnelly explained the program's activities, highlights, illegal discharge
program, inspection program, vehicle facility inspections, and restaurant pilot
inspections.
Ms. Donnelly described the program's public education events and activities.
Ms. Donnelly ended her presentation with describing the new and redevelopment
requirements ofthe NPDES permit stating that each city would have to adopt an
ordinance that reflects the new regnlatory changes for planning approval and
inspection processes.
Councilmember Bogosian thanked Ms. Donnelly for attending tonight's meeting
and expressed his gratitude for the program.
2B. CERTIFICATE OF FINANCIAL EXCELLENCE AWARDED TO THE
CITIZEN OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE (COC) BY THE CITY COUNCIL
AS RECOMMENDED BY THE FINANCE COMMISSION
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Present award certificate.
Richard Allen, ChairIFinance Commission, stated that last year the Finance
Commission decided to start an award program to be given to individual groups
for financial excellance. Chair Allen stated that the COC did a great job and
brought the library in under budget.
Mayor Streit read the award and presented them to Chair Susan Calderon, Katie
Alexander, Don Johnson, Norman Seigler and Allen King.
Chair Calderon thanked Assistant City Manager Lorie Tinfow and the Gilbane
staff for all of their hard work and dedication to the proj ect
CONSENT CALENDAR
3A APPROVE COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING - OCTOBER 1, 2003
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Approve minutes.
W ALTONSMITH/BOGOSIAN MOVED TO APPROVE CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES OF OCTOBER 1, 2003. MOTION PASSED 5-0.
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3B. REVIEW OF CHECK REGISTER
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Approve check register.
W ALTONSMITH/BOGOSIAN MOVED TO APPROVE CHECK REGISTER.
MOTION PASSED 5-0.
3C. FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2003 COMPREHENSIVE ANNUAL
FINANCIAL REPORT (CAFR)
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Accept the CAFR.
W ALTONSMITH/BOGOSIAN MOVED TO ACCEPT CAFR. MOTION
PASSED 5-0.
3D PLANNING ACTION MINUTES - NOVEMBER 12, 2003
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Note and file.
WALTONSMITH/BOGOSIAN MOVED TO NOTE AND FILE PLANNING
ACTION MINUTES FOR NOVEMBER 12, 2003. MOTION PASSED 5-0.
3E. SECOND READING OF A ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT-
REVISIONS TO ARTICLE 15-06-DEFINITIONS
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Grant second reading and adopt ordinance.
TITLE OF ORDINANCE: 223
W ALTONSMITH/BOGOSIAN MOVED TO GRANT SECOND READING
AND ADOPT ORDINANCE UPDATING AND ADDING VARIOUS
DEFINITIONS TO 15-06 OF THE SARATOGA CODE. MOTION PASSED
5-0.
2F. SECOND READING OF AN ORDINANCE REGARDING TOWING AND
REMOVAL OF BOATS, TRAILERS AND INOPERATIVE MOTOR
VEHICLE FROM PRIVATE AND PUBLIC PROPERTY
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Grant second reading and adopt ordinance.
TITLE OF ORDINANCE: 224
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W ALTONSMITH/BOGOSIAN MOVED TO GRANT SECOND READING
AND ADOPT ORDINANCE AMENDING THE SARATOGA CITY CODE
CONCERNING TOWING OR REMOVAL OF BOATS, TRAILERS AND
ABANDONED, WRECKED, DISMANTLED, INOPERATIVE OR
UNLAWFULLY STORED MOTOR VEHICLES FROM PRIVATE OR
PUBLIC PROPERTY. MOTION PASSED 5-0.
3G. RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 2003-04 OPERATING BUDGET BY
APPROPRIATING $5,500 FOR IMPROVEMENTS TO THE SARATOGA
HISTORICAL MUSEUM
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt resolution.
TITLE OF RESOLUTION: 03-074
W ALTONSMITH/BOGOSIAN MOVED TO ADOPT RESOLUTION
AMENDING THE 2003-04 OPERATING BUDGET BY APPROPRIATING
$5,500 FOR IMPROVEMENTS TO THE SARATOGA HISTORICAL
MUSEUM. MOTION PASSED 5-0.
3H. FY 2003-2004 CDBG COUNTY/CITY CONTRACT
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with Santa
Clara County.
TITLE OF RESOLUTION: 03-075
W ALTONSMITH/BOGOSIAN MOVED TO ADOPT RESOLUTION
AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A CONTRACT WITH SANTA CLARA
COUNTY FOR THE FY 2003-2004 COMMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT.
BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM. MOTION PASSED 5-0.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
4. ADOPTION OF AN INTERIM ORDINANCE REGARDING NEW
PERSONAL SERVICE BUSINESSES ON THE GROUND FLOOR IN THE
VILLAGE
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Accept public testimony regarding the draft Ordinance and adopt the ordinance.
TITLE OF ORDINANCE: 222
Tom Sullivan, Community Development Director, presented staff report.
Director Sullivan explained that the draft ordinance prohibiting the establishment
of new Personal Service Businesses in the Village would extend the Urgency
Ordinance by 10-months and 45 days.
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Director Sullivan noted that the most common Personal Service Businesses
currently found in the downtown are hair and nail salons, which are allowed on
ground floor spaces. A recent survey showed that 16 out of 112 businesses in the
Village were designated Personal Service Businesses as permitted uses. Director
Sullivan reported that although the numbers may seem small, these types of
business have increased over the past few years.
Director Sullivan stated that adoption of the ordinance would provide up to a two-
year prohibition on personal services uses on ground floor space in the Village,
which would allow staff time to research and develop recommendations for the
Planning Commission and City Council to consider adoption of regulations
relating to Personal Service Businesses.
Director Sullivan explained the draft ordinance and noted that it must be passed by
a 4/5 vote.
Mayor Streit opened the public hearing and invited public comments.
Seeing none Mayor Streit closed the public hearing.
Councilmember Bogosian noted that he opposed the ordinance. Councilmember
Bogosian stated that this ordinance is not in line with the City's economic plan.
Mayor Streit noted that he supported the ordinance.
Due to the recent adoption of the same ordinance in the Town of Los Gatos,
Councilmember King stated that more personal service businesses might come to
Saratoga.
Councilmember Kline noted that he would support the ordinance in order to
maintain the mix of businesses in the Village.
Vice Mayor Waltonsmith noted that she would support the ordinance with the
proviso that the Council re-examine the ordinance in one year.
W ALTONSMITH/KING MOVEDTO ADOPT INTERIM ORDINANCE
REGARDING NEW PERSONAL SERVICE BUSINESSES ON THE
GROUND FLOOR IN THE VILLAGE. MOTION PASSED 4-1 WITH
BOGOSIAN OPPOSED.
5. THE GATEWAY DESIGN GUIDELINES
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt Guidelines.
TITLE OF RESOLUTION: 03-081
Tom Sullivan, Community Development Director, presented staff report.
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Director Sullivan explained that the Gateway Design Guidelines is a policy
document written to guide development of private property located along
Saratoga-Sunnyvale Road between the railroad tracks at Azule Crossing and the
City Limit line at Prospect Road.
Director Sullivan noted that the Guidelines were presented to the Planning
Commission in fall of 2002 and a resolution was adopted to recommend the
Guidelines to the City Council. Director Sullivan noted that the Guidelines caused
disharmony amongst the business interest and the residential member of the
taskforce.
Director Sullivan noted that the City Council proceeded to adopt four purpose
statements and appointed a small subcommittee. The goals established for
Saratoga-Sunnyvale Road were:
· Successful Business Environment in the Saratoga-Sunnyvale Corridor
· Enhance Neighborhood Quality of Life
· New commercial Projects to be Considered with the Rural Character of
Saratoga
· Gateway Design Guidelines to be Consistent with existing Saratoga Zoning
Regulations
Director Sullivan explained that the new subcommittee was charged with de-
regulating the proposed document so that it contained policy rather that ordinance
language. Director Sullivan noted that the subcommittee met throughout the
summer and fall of2003. On September 16, 2003 the subcommittee voted 6-1-1
(member Mallory opposed, member Barry absent) to present the revised document
to the City Council. The revisions make the document consistent with the City's
other policy documents including the Village Guidelines and the Residential
Design Handbook.
Mayor Streit opened the public hearing and invited public comments.
AI Sal stated that he was a member of the subcommittee and urged the Council to
adopt the proposed document.
Jack Mallory stated that he was a member of the subcommittee and did not support
the document. Mr. Mallory stated that the document only satisfies property
owners' interests.
Katie Alexander stated that she was a member of the subcommittee and fully
supported the document because it protects the residents' privacy and is pedestrian
friendly.
Jeff Walker urged the Council to oppose the document because it would change
the character of Saratoga.
Mayor Streit closed the public hearing.
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Councilmember Kline thanked City staff and the committee members.
Councilmember Kline noted that this was not an easy task. Councilmember Kline
stated that the goal was to help create viable commercial environment and add
value to the residential areas. Councilmember Kline noted that he feels that the
Guidelines are business and pedestrian friendly.
Vice Mayor Waltonsmith concurred with Councilmember Kline's comments and
noted that she supported the Guidelines.
Councilmember King noted that she supported the document.
Mayor Streit noted that he supported the document.
W ALTONSMITH/KLINE MOVED TO ADOPT RESOLUTION ACCEPTING
THE GATEWAY DESIGN GUIDELINES. MOTION PASSED 5-0.
OLD BUSINESS
6. UPDATE ON THE PROGRESS OF THE DRAFT MASTER PLAN FOR
THE HISTORIC PARK
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Accept report and direct staff accordingly
John Livingstone, Associate Planner, presented staff report.
Associate Planner Livingstone stated that on October 1, 2003 the City Council
directed the Heritage Preservation Commission (HPC) to prepare a Master Plan for
the Historic Park to be used as the basis for a grant application from the County of
Santa Clara Parks and Recreation Department.
Associate Planner Livingstone reported that a Draft Master Plan would be
submitted to the County with the grant application no later than December 5, 2003.
Associate Planner Livingstone noted that the HPC would like to keep the Council
informed of the progress being made and solicit comments on the draft plan from
the Council. The draft plan will come back to the Council for a formal review.
Phyllis BallingaIl, HPC Chair, stated that she feels the City has a good chance in
receiving the grant.
Consensus of the City Council to direct staff to continue the process and
development ofthe Master Plan for the Historic Park.
Consensus ofthe City Council to move to Item 10 & 11.
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NEW BUSINESS
10. DISCUSSION REGARDING AN EXISTING GENERATOR LOCATED AT
14038 CHESTER AVENUE
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Accept report; direct staff and advice Mr. Radding of City procedures.
Tom Sullivan, Community Development Director, presented staff report.
Director Sullivan eXplained that Mr. Radding has appeared before the Planning
Commission and the City Council in an effort to call attention to his neighbor's
generator. Director Sullivan stated that based on advise from the City Attorney
Wittwer, Mr. Radding was advised that the Planning Commission did not have
jurisdiction over appeals under Article 7-30 (Noise Control Regulation) where
there was no permit approval required. The City Council has appeal jurisdiction.
Mr. Radding was also advised that it was too late to file an appeal of a decision
that has been made on or about May 1, 2003.
Director Sullivan noted that at this time Mr. Radding's options are limited to filing
a complaint with City Code Enforcement any time that the generator in question
exceeds City Noise Standards for the time it is operating. The only exemption is
when the generator is being operated to protect against a risk of flooding.
A discussion took place in regards to the current operational times of the generator
in question and discussed why the noise cannot be mitigated.
Director Sullivan stated that the Planning Commission is recommending that in the
near future the City Council amend the Zoning Code to address emergency
generators, requiring homeowners to apply for a use permit so the City could avoid
these situations in the future.
City Attorney Taylor stated that the City's Code does not address the source of
noise therefore there is no authority to direct the City to follow. City Attorney
Taylor stated that the generator complies with the City's noise ordinance during
the day. The generator would only be in violation if it operated at night other than
in the event of an emergency.
Councilmember Kline asked Director Sullivan to clarify what the Council is
supposed to act on.
Director Sullivan stated that staff recommends that Council uphold Attorney
Wittwer's decision.
Herb Radding addressed his concerns regarding the generator stating that he has
been trying to work with his neighbor for over a year to mitigate the noise with no
success. Mr. Radding asked the City Council to overrule the City Attorney's
ruling. Mr. Radding noted that the bedrooms in his house are 75 feet away from
the generator.
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Vice Mayor Waltonsmith stated that the City should have a mediation program.
David Dornblaser noted that he is the owner ofthe generator and only installed it
to operate the sump pumps. Mr. Dornblaser stated that he spent $20,000 on the
quietest generator on the market. Mr. Dornblaser also noted that his son does have
a medical condition requiring that he use a humidifier during the night. Mr.
Dornblaser noted that the generator operates once per week for 15 minutes and
after that time his wife turns the switch off. Mr. Dornblaser stated the generator is
for emergency use only. Mr. Dornblaser asked that the City stop harassing him on
this issue because he has not violated any City codes. Mr. Dornblaser asked the
Council to close this issue once and for all.
Councilmember Kline noted there is no reason this has been brought to the City
Council's attention, no code violations have been sited nor does the Council have
any enforcement rights. Councilmember Kline suggested that an additional
amendment to the City Code to address his type of issue be expedited.
Consensus of the City Council to direct staff to start the process to amend the
City's code to address generator and look into starting a neighborhood mediation
program.
11. PROPOSAL FOR ANIMAL CONTROL SERVICES FROM THE CITY OF
SAN JOSE
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Accept report and direct staff accordingly.
Lorie Tinfow, Assistant City Manager, presented staff report.
Assistant City Manager Tinfow stated that at the October 15th City Council
meeting staff was directed to issue a RFP to the City of San Jose for Animal
Control Services.
Assistant City Manager Tinfow noted that staff attempted to structure the RFP to
elicit information and service levels at the minimal level and a level comparable to
the level at SV ACA. The response is that staff cannot completely offer an apples
to apples comparison.
Assistant City Manager Tinfow stated that the San Jose's proposal clearly reflects
an understating of Saratoga's desire to maintain some level of certainty over long-
term animal control costs. The proposed contract terms are as follows:
· $175,000 a year for the first 3 years
· Contract to be increased in three-year increments according to the
Consumer Price Index for Urban Consumer (CPIU) plus 2%
· Contract for 20 years and every third year be reviewed
Assistant City Manager Tinfow explained the costs differences between SV ACA
and the City of San Jose's proposal.
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Assistant City Manager Tinfow noted that at a recent Town of Los Gatos meeting
Council reviewed the City of San Jose's proposal and directed staffto negotiate a
contract with them. Assistant City Manager Tinfow added that the City of
Cupertino has recently partnered with the Town of Los Gatos on negotiations with
San Jose.
Discussion took place amongst the City Council on the effects of the JP A if the
Town of Los Gatos withdraws.
Mayor Streit stated that his concern from the beginning has been to find the most
cost effective animal control services for the City of Saratoga with the appropriate
level of service. Mayor Streit commented that the Council might not have enough
information tonight to compare all of the options provided by San Jose and the
proposed options that the City Managers came up with. Mayor Streit suggested
that the City wait until after the SV ACA Board meets on Monday, December 3rd.
Councilmember Bogosian suggested that Los Gatos, Cupertino and Saratoga
approach San Jose as a three city contract.
Mayor Streit noted that he concurred with Councilmember Bogosian.
Councilmember Kline stated that his concern is that each side is lowering their
price in order to compete and questioned its feasibility in the long run.
Consensus ofthe City Council to direct staffto work with Cupertino and Los
Gatos to continue negotiations to refine and clarify provisions in the RFP response
from the San Jose.
Mayor Streit declared a break at 8:50 p.m.
Mayor Streit reconvened the meeting at 9:00 p.m.
OLD BUSINESS
7. CONTINUED DISCUSSION ON CITY COUNCIL CALENDAR FOR 2004
CONCERNING COUNCIL/COMMISSION JOINT MEETINGS
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Accept report and direct staff accordingly
Cathleen Boyer, City Clerk, presented staff report.
City Clerk Boyer stated that on November 5, 2003, staff presented the draft
Meeting Calendar for 2004 to the City Council. The Council set the date for the
Council Retreat on January 24,2003. After that a discussion took place in regards
to the proposed date for the annual City/Commission joint meeting.
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City Clerk Boyer explained that in the past the City Council met with each
Commission on the 2nd or 4th Tuesday of every month. In an effort to eliminate the
amount of scheduled meetings, the City Council tried a different approach last
year. An all day Saturday meeting was held allowing each Commission 45
minutes to meet with the Council.
City Clerk Boyer stated that at the November 5th Council meeting it was suggested
that Commissions meet with the City Council prior to the beginning of regular
scheduled City Council meetings, which are held on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of
every month. If Council desires staff would schedule Closed Session from 5:30
p.m. - 6:00 p.m. and a Joint Meeting with the various Commissions from 6:00 p.m.
- 7:00 p.m. This format will allow all Councilmembers to attend the Joint
meetings.
Consensus of the City Council to schedule the Joint Meetings from 5:30 p.m.-
6:30 p.m. and schedule Closed Session from 6 p.m. - 7 p.m.
8. VILLAGE AD-HOC COMMITTEE PROPOSAL
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Accept report and direct staff accordingly
Lorie Tinfow, Assistant City Manager, presented staff report.
Assistant City Manager Tinfow explained that on October 15, 2003 Council
expressed interest in establishing a Village Ad-Hoc Committee to support Village
Businesses.
Assistant City Manager Tinfow stated that Councilmember King and
Councilmember Kline volunteered and were commissioned to work with staffto
develop a mission statement, preliminary goals and potential membership for a
Village Ad-Hoc Committee. Assistant City Manager Tinfow briefly explained
these topics developed by the Ad-Hoc Committee.
Assistant City Manager Tinfow pointed out the suggested AdHoc Committee
members stating that Council is not being asked to appoint the listed people.
Assistant City Manager noted that the Ad-Hoc Committee recommends that they
operate for one year and then report back to the Council on progress and remaining
objectives.
Councilmember Bogosian suggested this item be a retreat topic to discuss what the
Council would like to see in the Village, which would provide the AdHoc
Committee with some direction to start with.
Councilmember Kline suggested that at the first AdHoc Committee meeting the
group should draft goals and objectives and present them to Council for
discussion.
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Councilmember Bogosian noted that he thinks that Council should discuss goals
before the AdHoc Committee members are selected.
Councilmember King stated that she thought the two Council liaisons choose the
members.
Mayor Streit suggested that this item be brought back on December 17th to discuss
goals.
9. BUDGET AUTHORIZATION TO SETTLE CLAIM OF RAIHARA BANO
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Accept report and direct staff accordingly.
Cathleen Boyer, City Clerk, presented staff report.
City Clerk Boyer stated that on June 28, 2003 Raihana Bano presented a claim
regarding an incident that occurred while she was visiting Hakone Gardens. The
claimant alleges that she fell as she was climbing a set of steps located within
Hakone Gardens.
City Clerk Boyer pointed out that on September 17, 2003 the City Council
authorized ABAG settlement authority for the full self-insured retention amount of
$25,000.
City Clerk Boyer explained that staff is requesting direction from the Council
regarding to the funding source.
Consensus of the City Council to direct staff to pay claim form the Council
contingency budget.
NEW BUSINESS
12. STRATEGY FOR LEGISLATIVE REDISTRICTING
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Accept report and direct staff accordingly.
Dave Anderson, City Manager, presented staff report.
City Manager Anderson presented that background in regards to the redistricting
process. City Manager Anderson stated that the 2001 redistricting was based on
population information from the 2000 census. City Manager Anderson noted that
according to the California Constitution there could only be one redistricting each
decade.
City Manager Anderson stated that the Redistricting Bill (SB 8020) was passed by
both houses of the Legislature and signed into law by the Governor on September
26, 2001.
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City Manager Anderson noted that as it turned out, the new boundaries of
California State Legislative Districts met the letter of the law, but were highly
gerrymandered to protect incumbent legislators. This produced some very
irregular district boundaries. Among the worst example of this kind is the new
15th Senate District. This new district encompasses the City of Saratoga on the
northern boundary, following the coastline south to Santa Cruz, Monterey, and to
Santa Maria as it southern end.
City Manager Anderson stated that the principal of "Communities of Interest" has
been violated in this case. City Manager Anderson explained that the effect of
cutting City of Saratoga residents off from the rest of Silicon Valley where it is
located and associating it with coastal communities to the south divided by the
Santa Cruz Mountains range, and two different counties.
City Manager Anderson noted that the new Governor campaigned on the platform
of insuring fair redistricting and competitive elections.
Councilmember Bogosian asked if any other city has taken action on this issue.
City Manager Anderson replied that this issue is becoming a topic of discussion
amongst the cities.
Councilmember Kline noted that the City of Santa Clara filed a lawsuit against the
State on this matter - it's still ongoing. Councilmember Kline noted that the City
should be concerned not just with the districts that have been gerrymandered but
all ofthe Senate seats because they all have affects on Saratoga.
Councilmember King suggested that the West Valley Mayors/Managers
Association discuss this issue.
Councilmember Kline pointed out that currently the City's interests are not
represented. Councilmember Kline noted that the City should take a stand and
write a letter to the Governor.
Consensus of the City Council to write a letter to the Governor.
COMMISSION ASSIGNMENT REPORTS
Mayor Streit reported the following information
Heritage Preservation Commission - getting ready for the 3rd Annual Mustard Walk.
Asked that staff remind Mr. Novacovich to plant the mustard seed. They also voted to
remove the barn of the Orchard Master Plan.
Tree Ordinance Ad-Hoc Committee - on the agenda on December 3,2003.
Vice Mayor Waltonsmith the following information:
Arts Commission - beginning planning stages for Art in the Park for 2004.
LAFCO AdHoc Committee - recently received the draft LAFCO Fire Protection Service
Review.
VTA Restroom Ad-Hoc - going out to bid.
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Councilmember King the following information:
Norton Road Fire Access Ad-Hoc Committee - will be an upcoming agenda.
CounciImember Kline reported the following information:
Council Policies AD-Hoc Committee - Ad-Hoc completed polices and will be on the
December 3,2003.
Councilmember Bogosian had no reportable information.
CITY COUNCIL ITEMS
Councilmember Bogosian requested that the City Attorney provide an up to date
accounting record of his involvement in regards to the DeAnzalPG&E Trail.
Councilmember Kline noted that he supported Councilmember Bogosian's request.
In regards to ADA compliance and liability, Councilmember King requested that staff
provide Council with current information regarding the Book-Go-Round, Hakone, and
the Library.
CounciImember Kline requested that a mandatory neighborhood mediation program be
looked into and agendized at a future meeting.
OTHER
None
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
City Manager Anderson noted that the draft LAFCO County-wide Fire Protection Service
Review is now available on their web site.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Mayor Streit declared the meeting adjourned at
10:30 p.m.
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