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SARATOGA CITE[ COUNCIL
MEETING DATE: OCTOBER 4, 1995
ORIGINATING DEPT.: PUBLIC WORKS
TO: 408 741 1132
AGENDA ITE
CITY MGR.:
DEPT. HEAE
SUBJECT: Awards of various construlction contracts
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At your meeting, staff will pres nt reports and recommendations
concerning the award of three s parate construction contracts.
They area
1. The Street Maintenance (s rry seal) program.
2. The Pavement management (pavement overlay) Program.
3. The Pierce Road Bridge Replacement (Capital Project
No. 953).
Bids for the Street Maintenance
21. Bids for the Pavement Mar
September 27, and bids for the P
September 28.
Because of my absence from the off
25th, and the need to carefully ca
possible to prepare the reports
agenda packet. However, it is ni
your agenda next Wednesday for awf
construction season is nearing. J
the Pierce Road Bridge, the constr
must be awarded without delay if ti
the onset of inclement weather.
For each item at your meeting, I
declaring the lowest responsil
construction contract of a specif
changes to awarded contracts up
Council approves the various recom
will begin the week of October 9.
ram were opened on September
rent Program were opened on
e Road Bridge were opened on
ce during the week of September
vass all of the bids, it is not
with recommendations for your
pessary to have these items on
cd since the end of the current
a is particularly the case with
ction contract for each project
� work is to be completed before
11 present recommendations for
e bidder, for awarding a
:d amount, and for authorizing
i a specified amount. If the
>ndations, work on each project
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SARATOGA CITY COUNCIL
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY NO. -2 p 1
MEETING DATE: OCTOBER 4, 1995
ORIGINATING DEPT.: PUBLIC WORKS
AGENDA ITEM
CITY MGR.:
DEPT. HEAD: L
SUBJECT: 1995 Street Maintenance (Slurry Seal) Program - Award of
Construction Contract
Recommended Motion(s):
1. Move to declare California Pavement Maintenance Co., Inc. of
Sacramento to be the lowest responsible bidder on the project.
2. Move to award a construction contract to California Pavement
Maintenance Co., Inc. in the amount of $125,975.18.
3. Move to authorize staff to execute change orders to the contract,
up to $10,000.
Report Summary: Sealed bids for the 1995 Street Maintenance (Slurry
Seal) Program, were opened on September 19. A total of four
contractors submitted bids for the work and a summary of the bids
received is attached. California Pavement Maintenance Co., Inc. of
Sacramento submitted the lowest bid of $125,975.18 which is 7.1%
below the Engineer's Estimate of $135,631. Staff has carefully
checked the bid along with the listed references and has determined
that the bid is responsive to the Notice Inviting Sealed Bids dated
August 30. Therefor, it is recommended that the Council declare
California Pavement Maintenance Co., Inc. to be the lowest
responsible bidder on the project, and award the attached
construction contract to this firm in the amount of $125,975.18.
Further, it is recommended that the Council authorize staff to
execute change orders to the contract up to an amount of $10,000 to
cover any unforeseen circumstances or quantity increases which may
arise during the course of the work.
Fiscal Impacts•
Sufficient funding for both the recommended contract amount and
change order authority is programmed in Activity 31 (Street
Maintenance), Account 4510 (General Contracts), in the adopted FY
95 -96 budget.
Advertising Noticing and Public Contact:
Nothing additional.
Consequences of Not Acting on the Recommended Motions:
California Pavement Maintenance Co., Inc. will not be declared the
lowest responsible bidder and a construction contract will not be
awarded to that firm. The Council may make specific findings to
declare another bidder to be the lowest responsible bidder, or
reject all of the bids and direct staff to re -bid the entire
project. However, staff does not believe that a lower bid will be
obtained by re- bidding the project due to the relatively small
spread between the three lowest bidders.
Follow Up Actions:
The contract will
Notice to Proceed.
and be complete by
Attachments:
be executed and the contractor will be issued a
Work will most likely begin within two weeks
the end of October.
1. Bid Summary.
2. Construction Contract.
CITY OF SAFWTDdA
iM STREET MAINTENANCE PROGRAM
BID SUMMARY
ENGINEER'S ESTIMATE ICAUF. PAVEMENT MAINT. CO.. INC. VALLEY SLURRY
0
JITEM # I ITEM DESCRIPTION I
TRAFFIC CONTROL I
12 1 SLURRY SEAL I
13 1 REPAIR FAILED STREET SECTION 1
14 1 PAINT TRAFFIC STRIPE -SD •2 1
15 1 PAINT TRAFFIC STRIPE - SO ♦12 1
16 1 PAINT TRAFFIC STRIPE -SD 122 1
17. 1 PAINT TRAFFIC STRIPE-SD 124 1
Is. I PAINT TRAFFIC STRIPE -SD •2713 1
19. (PAINT TRAFFIC STRIPE -S.D. *39 1
QUANTITY I
I
217.6571
3,9134 1
1.8051
1.1401
10.3951
1.1401
1001
6.6201
UNITS
Ls
SY
SF
LF
LF
LF
LF 11
LF 11
LF 11
I I UNIT PRICE I
I I N/A I
11 $0.411
TOTAL I
$10.000.00 I
$89,239.371
UNIT PRICE I
N/A I
$0.3391
TOTAL I
$15,000.00 I
$73,785.721
LINT PRICE I
NIA I
$0.3961
TOTAL I
58,000.00 I
$86,192.171
LINT PRICE I
N/A 1
$0.431
TOTAL I
$12,188.001
$93,592.511
UNIT PRICE
NIA
$0.57291
I TOTAL
I $10,000.00
$124.695.70
11 $5.001 $19,520.001 $4.74 1 $15.504.96 1 $6.041 $23,580.16 1 $4.951 $19.324.80 1 $5.75
1 $22,448.00 1
11 $0.251 $451.251 $0.251 $451.251 $0.101 $180.501 $0.11 1 $198.551 $0.261
$469.301
11 $0.251 $285.001 $0.251 $285.001 $0.101 $114.001 $0.11 1 $125.401 $0.261
11 $0.751 $7,796.251 $0.631 $6.548.851 $0,241 $2,494.801 $0.2651 $2.754.681 $0.661
$0.251 $285.001 $0.28 1 $319.201 $0.141 $159.601 $0.1551 $176.701 $0.28
$0.251 M.00 1 $0.315 1 $31.501 $0.141 $14.001 $0.1551 $15.501 $0.33
$0.301 $2.046.001 $0.3151 $2,148.30 1 $0.201 $1.354.001 $0.22 1 611,500.40 1 $0.33
$296.401
$6.660.701
1 $319.20 1
1 $33.001
1 $2,250.601
110.
Im
112.
113.
114.
1 PAINT TRAFFIC STRIPE -S.D. 4139A I
1PAINT STOP BARS 1
1 PAINT CROSSWALKS
IPAINTSTCP-
PAINT -AHEAD- I
1.3601
-1
71
- - -r1 j
31
LF 11
EA 11
EA I1
EA 11
EA [
$0.301
$40.001
$408.001
$1.580.00 1
$0.3151
$68.00 1
5420.401
$2.652.00 1
$0.201
$40.001
$272.001
$1,560.00 1
$0.221
$44.001
$299.201
$11.7116.00 1
50.331
$71.50 I
$448.801
$2.788.50
$100.001 5700.001 smool $1,610.001 $100.001 $700.001 5110.001 $770.001 $242.001
$20,001 $860.0o 1 -sz-016-1 S1,720.001 $22.001 swa.00 I $24.2D 1 $1.040.801 $30.501
1 $50.001 $150.001 $70.001 $210.001 $62.001 $108.001 568.201 5204.601 $66.001
$1.694.001
$1.655.501
s198.00 I
115.
116
117.
lia
119
(PAINT SCHOOL- 1
[PAINT -XING-
1 PAINT 'BIKE LANE-
(PAINT SLOW' 1
1 PAINT ARROWS 1
01
31
28 1
71
21
EA 11
EA 11
EA 11
EA 11
EA 11
$60.001
$40,001
$50.001
$35.001
$30.001
$480.001
$120.001
$1.400.001
5245.00 1
$60.001
$70.00 1
(50.00 1
$40.00 1
550.00 1
$50.001
$560.001
$150.001
$1,120.001
$350.001
$100.001
s000l
$42.001
$35.001
546.001
$30.001
$560.001
$125.00
$1.008-00 1
5322.00 1
$60.001
$77.001
1-$I...D
$39.601
$60.601
$33.001
$618.00
I_$44
51,100.00 1
$354.201
568.00 1
$66.001
0. 1
$33.001
$44.001
$44.001
$528.001
$132.001
$924.001
$308.001
$88.001
TOTAL SIM.&V.87 1 $125.975.18 1 ^ ^I $127.039.23 1 I $1N.190.54 1_1 $178.13770
CITY OF SARATOGA
SANTA CLARA COUNTY, CALIFORNIA
CONTRACT FOR PUBLIC WORKS CONSTRUCTION
1995 STREET MAINTENANCE PROGRAM
THIS CONTRACT, made this 4th day of October, 1995, by and between
the City of Saratoga, a Municipal Corporation, in Santa Clara
County, California, hereinafter called the City, and
California Pavement Maintenance Co., Inc.
hereinafter called the Contractor.
WITNESSETH:
WHEREAS, the City has caused to be prepared in the manner prescribed
by law, plans, specifications and other contract documents, for
the work herein described and shown and has approved and adopted
these contract documents, specifications and plans and has caused
to be published in the manner and for the time required by law, a
Notice Inviting Sealed Bids for doing the work in accordance with
the terms of this Contract, and
WHEREAS, the Contractor in response to said Notice has submitted to
the City a sealed bid proposal accompanied by a bid guaranty in an
amount not less than ten percent (10 %) of the amount bid for the
construction of all of the proposed work in accordance with the
terms of this Contract, and
WHEREAS, the City, in the manner prescribed by law, has publicly
opened, examined and canvassed the bids submitted and as a result
has determined and declared the Contractor to be the lowest
responsible bidder and has duly awarded to the Contractor a
contract for all of the work and for the sum or sums named in the
bid proposal and in this Contract.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE PARTIES AGREE AS FOLLOWS:
ARTICLE I. WORK TO BE DONE:
That the Contractor shall provide all necessary labor, machinery,
tools, apparatus and other means of construction; shall furnish all
materials, superintendence and overhead expenses of whatever nature
necessary to construct all of the improvements for the City of
Saratoga in conformity with the plans, specifications and other
contract documents and according to such instructions as may be
given by the Saratoga Director of Public Works or his authorized
agent.
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ARTICLE II. CONTRACT PRICES
Except as provided in Section IV B of the Specifications ( "Changes
and Extra Work ") , the City shall pay the Contractor according to
the prices stated in the bid proposal submitted by the Contractor,
which shall include all applicable taxes, for complete performance
of the work.
The Contractor hereby agrees to accept such, payment as full
compensation for all materials and appliances necessary to complete
the work; for all loss or damage arising from the work or from
action of the elements, or from any unforeseen obstruction or
difficulties which may be encountered in the prosecution of the
work; incurred in and in consequence of the suspension or
discontinuance of the work; as hereby specified; for all liabili-
ties and other insurance; for all fees or royalties or other ex-
penses on account of any patent or patents; for all overhead and
other expenses incident to the work and expected profits; and for
well and faithfully performing and completing the work within the
time frame specified in the Notice to Proceed, all according to the
contract plans and specifications, the details and instructions,
and the requirements of the City.
ARTICLE III. PARTS OF THE CONTRACT:
That the complete contract document consists of the following:
1.
Notice Inviting Sealed Bids
6.
Performance Bond
2.
Bid Proposal
7.
Labor and Material Bond
3.
Bidder's Bond or Bid Guaranty
8.
Plans
4.
Contract for Public Works
9.
Specifications
Construction
10.
Insurance Certificates
5.
Hold Harmless Clause
11.
Prevailing Wage Rate
In case of any conflict between this Contract and any other part of
the contract, this Contract shall be binding.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the City has caused its corporate name to be
hereunto subscribed and its corporate seal to be hereunto affixed
by its City Manager and its City Clerk thereunto duly authorized
and the Contractor has executed these presents the day and year
hereinabove written.
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AWARDED BY CITY COUNCIL:
Date: October 4, 1995
ATTEST:
City Clerk
The foregoing Contract is
approved as to form this
day of ,
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City Attorney
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CITY OF SARATOGA:
CONTRACTOR:
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SARATOGA CITY COUNCIL
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY NO. 2�%IS AGENDA ITEM: lY
MEETING DATE: October 4, 1995
ORIGINATING DEPT.: Community Development p�
CITY MGR. APPROVAL 1
SUBJECT:
Draft Ordinance Establishing Interim Standards for Placement of
Temporary A -Frame Type Signs and Suspending for a Period of Time
Certain Current Sign Ordinance Provisions.
Recommended Motion:
Accept the Planning Commission recommendation and introduce the
Ordinance, waiving reading in full.
Report Summar
In November of 1994, the City Council directed the Planning Commission
to embark upon a study of existing City sign regulations. Subsequently,
staff developed a detailed list of problem areas including political
signs, special event signs, open house signs, signs on major arterial
streets, antiquated sign programs, window signs and neon signs.
Staff presented a report (attached) to the Commission at the March study
session which highlighted a number of options and suggestions for
possible solutions to the identified problems. The Commission
considered these issues further at the April and May study sessions.
Individuals representing the Saratoga Chamber of Commerce and the
Village merchants were active participants in these proceedings.
At their regular July 12 meeting (minutes attached) , the Planning
Commission forwarded a recommendation to the City Council to adopt a new
interim ordinance for the placement of temporary A -frame type signs.
This ordinance establishes regulations for the placement of temporary A-
frame signs, including restrictions on number, location, size and
duration. This ordinance does not apply to the Village area. A draft
ordinance amendment is attached for City Council review.
Environmental Documentation:
The draft ordinance has been determined to be categorically exempt from
the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under
Class 4e - minor temporary use of land having negligible or no permanent
effect on the environment and Class 11 - placement of minor temporary
structures accessory to existing commercial facilities. No additional
environmental documentation is necessary at this time.
Fiscal Impacts:
None.
Follow -up Action:
None.
Consequences of not Acting on the Recommended Notion:
Sign ordinance will remain unchanged.
Attachments:
1. Draft Ordinance
2. Staff Report dated
3. Planning Commission
Motion and Vote:
memo.cc \exesigns.l
March 7, 1995
minutes dated 7/12/95
ORDINANCE NO.71.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SARATOGA ESTABLISHING
INTERIM STANDARDS FOR PLACEMENT OF TEMPORARY A -FRAME TYPE SIGNS
AND SUSPENDING FOR A PERIOD OF TIME CERTAIN CURRENT
SIGN CODE PROVISIONS
The City Council of the City of Saratoga hereby ordains as
follows:
SECTION 1: Interim standards for placement of Temporary A -Frame
Signs are hereby established, to read as follows:
a) Size: The maximum size of a temporary A -frame sign is 16
square feet per side.
b) Location: Temporary A -frame signs shall be placed on the
site of the promotion or sale and shall be located out of
the public right -of -way. Temporary A- frame signs shall be
placed so as not to interfere with motorist's line of
sight or to create any sort of hazard to vehicular or
pedestrian navigation.
c) Duration: Temporary A -frame signs may be displayed for
a maximum of 42 days within a 6 month period.
d) Permit Required: An administrative permit (and
accompanying fee) shall be required prior to the
installation and /or display of a temporary A -frame sign.
e Limit on Number of Temporary Signs: A maximum of two
temporary A -frame signs are allowed on any individual
site at any given time. A -frame signs shall not be used
in addition to any other permitted temporary sign.
f) Exception: Temporary A -frame signs shall not be allowed
in the Village area.
SECTION 2: During the operative period of this Ordinance,
enforcement of provisions of the Sign Ordinance in conflict with
Section 1 of this Ordinance shall be suspended.
SECTION 3: This Ordinance shall remain operative for a period of
six (6) months from its effective date, after which it shall be of
no further force or effect.
SECTION 4: This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect thirty
(30) days after its passage and adoption.
The above and foregoing Ordinance was regularly introduced and
after the waiting time required by law, was thereafter passed and
adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council of Saratoga held
on the day of , 1995, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ATTEST:
City Clerk
Mayor
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COUNCIL MEMBERS:
Ann Marie Burger
Paul E. Jacobs
Gilfian Moran
M E M O R A. N D U M Karen Tucker
Donald L. Wolfe
TO: Saratoga Planning Commission
FROM: Paul L. Curtis, Community Development Director
DATE: March 7, 1995
SUBJECT: Sign Ordinance Review
Background:
In December 1993, the Chamber of Commerce submitted to staff a "new
Sign Ordinance." The ordinance had been prepared by a Chamber
committee addressing needs and concerns that had been identified by
its members. Staff requested a list of specific changes to the
existing Ordinance. In March 1994, the Chamber responded with a
letter stating that it was difficult to specifically identify
changes in that the proposed Ordinance was a compilation of several
cities ordinances.
Staff reviewed the proposal with both the Planning Commission and
City Council. In July 1994, the Planning Commission and City
Council directed staff to include a revision of the City's Sign
Ordinance as part the Community Development Department Work
Program. The Council approved a late 1994 initiation date with
completion anticipated in April /May 1995.
In September 1994, the City Council approved an interim ordinance
which allows a 40 sq.ft. sign /banner to advertise special business
events, promotions, sales, etc. The Council felt that this
provision would assist the business community through the holiday
season. This interim ordinance will expire April 7, 1995. The
intent was to review the effect of the banners during this "trial"
period and, if appropriate, adopt the provisions as part of any
permanent ordinance amendments.
Ordinance.Amendment Methodology:
Staff began by reviewing the Chamber's draft ordinance and listing
Printed on recycled paper.
Planning Commission Work Session
Sign Ordinance Amendments
March 7, 1995
Page 2
the proposed changes. It became apparent to Staff that the Chamber
was attempting to make changes that "corrected" certain situations.
Staff felt that by first identifying the problems, it may be easier
to consider amendments that responded to those problems instead of
changing the entire ordinance and then trying to justify the
changes. In addition, staff identified certain problems that had
been previously questioned by staff, Planning Commission and City
Council.
Staff has identified the following problems:
• Temporary Political Signs
• Special Event Signs
• Open House Signs
• Signs on Major Arterial Streets
• Antiquated Sign Programs
• Window Signs
Problem Analysis:
Attached are analysis sheets for each identified problem. Each
analysis lists the problem, suggested changes or alternatives to be
considered, proposed ordinance language, where appropriate, and
"non- ordinance" language stating the results of the change.
In some cases (e.g. Signs on Major Arterial
indicated specific change proposals, but
cons of alternatives. Following discussion
analysis sheet for final review.
Recommendation:
Streets), staff has not
rather listed pros and
staff can complete the
Staff recommends that the Planning Commission review the sign
problems, alternatives and potential solutions and direct staff to
prepare an ordinance amendment for public hearing.
A Planning Commission public hearing date of April 12 is
tentatively being considered. The Commission's April 5 Work
Session could provide a final review prior to the public hearing.
Problem #1 TEMPORARY POLITICAL SIGNS
Definition of Problem
City Council has directed staff to review other city's ordinances
as to the appropriateness to allow political signs in the public
right -of -way.
Background
The following are proposed changes to Sec. 15- 30.160 regarding
temporary political signs. Additions are indicated by background
shading while deletions from the current ordinance. are indicated by
being struck out with a line:
Proposed Ordinance
15- 30.160 Temporary political signs.
(a) Sign restrictions. A temporary political sign may be
erected only in accordance with the following restrictions:
(1) No temporary political sign may be illuminated in any
manner other than by previously existing lighting sources normally
used for illumination of the area where the sign is erected.
(2 ) No temporary political sign may be affixed to any pole or
wire appurtenance thereof on which is attached any traffic sign,
traffic signal, street sign, parking sign or other traffic control
device installed by any public agency for public information
purposes, nor may any temporary political sign be erected in a
manner or place that will obstruct normal visibility of such
traffic signs, traffic signals, street signs,_ parking signs or
other traffic control devices ..... an:... a ...:marne....4br....�ae.....xat .::i..
(3) No temporary political sign may be erected upon or
affixed to any sidewalk, crosswalk, police or fire alarm system,
hydrant, or any public building or other public structure.
(4) No temporary political sign may be...erected within or upon
.... ..............:::.::.::.::.....
any public highway, public street, ti?t or public right
of way in a mannei- e plaee th ._.,, 7 ..bsrjatte— e s#9 44ne -e
eight ei– ethe------ -- .9bitut-£ a safety h a-s'-ai-el fe axehiettla —er
(5) No temporary political sign may exceed an area of five
square feet.
(6) No temporary political sign may be erected having bracing
or backing material thicker than one -half inch except for support
posts firmly planted in the ground.
(b) Duration and removal. A temporary political sign may be
erected not more than forty -five days prior to the day of the
election to which it related and shall be completely removed not
later than five days after the date of such election.
Results of Changes
The main proposed change to this section is prohibiting temporary
political signs in the public right -of -way. This will limit
temporary political signs to private property only. A copy of the
existing temporary political sign section has been attached for
comparison purposes as well as a list of other city's regulations.
15.301.160 Tengx ary po®tleal
(a) Sign rem A I -ions. A temporary political sign may
be erected only in accordance with the following reestric-
Lions:
(1) No tempmwy political sign may be illuminated
in any manner other than by previously existing 11thrin8
sources normally used for illumination of the area where
the sign is erected.
(2) No temporary political sign may be affixed to soy
pole or wife appurtenance dwreof on which is attached
any traffic sign, t-ffic signal, street sign. parking sign or
other traffic contral device installed by any public agency
for public information purposes, nor may any temporary
political sign be erected in a manner or place that will
obstruct normal visibility of such traffic signs. traffic
signals, street signs, parking signs or other traffic control
devices.
(3) No temporary political sign may be erected upon
or affixed to any sidewalk, crosswalk police or fire alarm
system, hydrant, or any public building or other public
structure.
(4) No temporary political sign may be erected wid»n
or upon any public highway, public street-or public right
of way in a manner or place that will obstruct a motorist's
lime of sight or otherwise constitute a safety hazard for
vdAcWar or pedestrian traffic upon such highway, street
or right of way.
(5) No temporary political sign may exceed an area
of five square feet.
(6) No temporary political sign may be erected having
bracing or badang material thicie— than one -half inch,
except for support posts firmly planted in the ground.
(b) Duration and removaL A tcmpmzy political sign
may be erected not more than forty -five days prior to the
day of the election to which it relates and shall be com-
pletely removed not later than five days after the date of
such election.
Comparison of Cities:
Max. Area Max. days Max. days Permitted
(sq. ft.) prior after
Saratoga
(proposed)
5
45
5
Private property
only
Saratoga
.5
45
5
Public right -of -way
(current)
and private
property
Los Gatos
18
-
10
Private property
(resid) 6
only
Los Altos
16
61
5
Private property and
front yard
landscaped areas in
public right -of -way
adjacent to private
property
Menlo -Park
-
-
7
Private property
only
Portola
2
-
1
Private property
Valley
only
Danville
6
-
10
Private property
only
Moraga
6
-
10
Private property
only
Mill Valley
16
45
5
Private property
only
Cupertino
4
90
12
All zones of the
City
Campbell
12
75 total
15
Private property
only
Problem #2 SPECIAL EVENT SIGNS
Definition of Problem
Other than grand opening signs, there is no provision allowing
special event signs that pertain to advertising commercial events.
The Chamber of Commerce has indicated a need for these type of
special event signs and has supported the interim temporary sign
ordinance which allows this type of advertising.
Background
The following is a proposed addition to the Sign Ordinance
concerning special event signs. Currently, there is an interim
ordinance in effect that involves temporary signs and banners that
will expire in April 1995. This new proposed section is modeled
after the special event sign section for the City of Los Altos and
contains excerpts from the current interim ordinance. Additions
are indicated by background shading while deletions from the
current ordinance are indicated by being struck out with a line:
Proposed Ordinance
15- 30.020 Definitions.
(o) Special event sign means a temporary sign pertaining to
events of civic, community, philanthropic, educational or religious
organizations, whr eh aloe - mete —ia -`rem -with the
15- 30.100 Signs in commercial districts.
No sign of any character shall be permitted in a C district
except the following:
(k) Special event signs, subject to the regulations
prescribed in Section 15 -30. not emeeeding ter aqua:eefeet ice
area, - be- perfflitted,prev idea- siaeh signs - a-i-e- pasted - €er __=`_ fnere
pr ter te-- the - event and are refneyed within n twn da -f
after saeh event.
-(1) Temperary- gad gars er banners, net xeeea --
twenty square feet in area, may be permitted te annettnee the
eemmeneementezf a- -rnew business estab3ishifien. Gueh signs shall net
be displayed inter: than ti,,t_t- 1 . as�..1T
Results of Changes
The main proposed changes to the original sign ordinance are as
follows:
1) The definition of "special event sign" has been added to
include commercial operations.
2) Sign size has been regulated in accordance with the length
of primary building frontage.
3) The maximum size of a banner has been increased from ten
(10) square feet to forty (40) square feet.
4) The maximum number of days a banner can be displayed has
been set at 60 days /year, the days not needing be consecutive.
5) The maximum area for a temporary grand opening sign or
banner has been increased to forty (4 0) square , feet from twenty
(20) square feet and is subject to all the regulations of a special
event sign.
6) Property occupied by more than one place of business may
display no more than two banners or flags at one time.
7) Banners and flags must be in good repair.
8) An administrative permit and fee shall be required prior
to installation of a temporary banner or flag.
A copy of the current sections that regulate special event signs
has been attached for comparison purposes as well as a list of
other city's regulations on special event signs.
(o) Special event sign means a temporaty sign pmu'w
Mg to events of civic, community, philanthropic, educational
or religious organizations, which ate not conducted in
connection with the operation of a commercial enterprise.
15- 30.030 ProWbited signs.
The following signs are prohibited:.
(a) Reflective, flashing or moving signs, except for
public service time and tempetatiue signs which shall not
be flashing, animated or revolving in nature.
(b) Portable signs, except for open house signs, political
signs and special event signs which comply with the
regulations of this Article.
(c) Streamers, banners, balloons. flares, flags, pennants,
twirlers and similar attention getting devices, with the
exception of the following:
(1) One national, state and local governmental flag
properly splayed upon a single flagpole.
(2) Holiday decorations, in season.
(3) Grand opening and special event displays which
comply with the regulations of this Article.
(d) Any sign affixed or attached to any vehicle or trailer,
unless the vehicle or trailer is intended to be used in its
normal business capacity and not for the primary purpose
of advertising a use or event or attracting persons to a place
of business.
(e) Signs or sign structures which by color, wording
or location resemble or conflict with traffic control signs
of devices.
(f) Signs that create a safety hazard by obstructing the
clear view or safe movement of vehicular or pedestrian
traffic.
(g) Signs that obstruct any door, window, fire escape
or other emergency exit of any building.
15- 30.100 Signs in commercial districts.
No sign of any character shall be permitted in a C
district, except the following:
(a) Identification signs which comply with any one
of the following standards:
(1) One -half square foot of area for each foot of width
of the front elevation of the building and side elevation
on the street side of a corner for or
(2) One - fourth square foot of area for each foot of street
frontage of the site; or
(3) One-half square foot of area for each foot of store
frontage. The term -am f mMW, as used herein, means
that side, or those sides of the building where the main
entrance to each business establishment conducted therein
is located. For the purposes of computing sign area bereun-
der, no single business establishment may have a main
entrance on more than one side of the same building. in
no event shall the aggregate area of all identification signs
upon a site exceed forty square feet for each use upon such
site.
(b) Directional signs. each not exceeding three square
feet in area and five feet is height. Such signs may be free
standing. If more than two directional signs are proposed,
the number and location of such signs shall be subject to
approval by the Planning Director.
(c) A free standing identification sign for a site con -
tammg five or more separate uses, not exceeding forty
square feet is area. Such sign may be in addition to all
other signs permitted under this Section.
(d) A bulletin board, not exceeding twenty square feet
in area and ten fiat in beight, on the site of a religious
institution, provided the content of the bulletin board relates
to an activity conducted at. or sponsored by, the religious
institution. Such bulletin boards may be free standing.
(e) An identification sign, not exceeding sixteen square
feet in area, on the site of a multi - family dwelling, motel
or hotel. Such sign may be free standing. Signage for the
uses referred to herein shall be regulated by this Paragraph
and not Paragraph (a) of this Section.
(f) A nonilluminated real estate sign, not exceeding
twenty- four square feet in area. The sign may be free
standing, but in such event shall not exceed four fat in
height.
(g) Temporary construction signs, subject to the regu-
lations prescribed in Section 15- 30.130.
(h) Public interest signs. subject to the regulations
prescribed in Section 15- 30.140.
(i) Temporary political signs, subject to the regulations
prescribed in Section 15- 30.160.
0) Gasoline price signs, subject to the regulations
prescribed in Section 15- 30.170.
(k) Special event signs, not exceeding ten square feet
in arm may be permitted, provided such signs are posted
for not more than thirty days prior to the event and are
removed within two days after such event.
(1) Temporary grand opening signs or banners, not
exceeding twenty square feet in arm may be permitted
to announce the =ement of anew business estab-
lishment Such signs shall not be displayed mere than thirty
days.
Comparison of Cities:
Banner A -frame Max. time
Max. Max. allowed
(sq.ft.) (sq.ft.) (days /yr)
Saratoga
(proposed)
40
prohibited
60
Saratoga
10
prohibited
32
(current)
Los Altos
10
4
60
Los Gatos
1 /1frontage
prohibited
15
Danville
.75/1 frontage
5
45
Mill Valley
12
prohibited
28
Cupertino
100
32
120
Campbell
40
prohibited
120
Chamber of
40
16
120
Commerce Request
Problem #3 OPEN HOUSE SIGNS
Definition of Problem
The Board of Realtors has stated that the current ordinance does
not provide sufficient advertising and direction to open houses.
Background
The following are proposed changes to Sec. 15-30.150 regarding open
house signs in residential districts. Additions are indicated by
background shading while deletions from the current ordinance are
indicated by being struck out with a line:
Proposed Ordinance
15-30.150 Open house signs in residential districts.
(a) Non illuminated open house signs are permitted in any
zoning district, subject to the following restrictions:
1 (1) There shall be no-more than one open house sign oriented
in the same direction at any intersection.
(2) The open house sign shall not exceed ere t".'k .... square feet
.......
...... ...........
t' of area and four feet in height, and shall .... 6 fixed to a
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single pole of wood or metal material, or shall be an "All frame,
free-standing sign.
(3) No open house signs shall be located in medians.
(4) No open house sign shall be placed upon any public
property; provided, however, where the public right-of-way extends
into a parkway strip or the planted area adjacent to the curb,
between the street or curb and adjacent private property, an open
house sign may be placed within such parkway strip upon obtaining
permission from the owner of the adjacent private property.
(5) No open house sign shall include balloons, ribbons,
streamers, or other appurtenances.
(6) No open house sign shall be placed upon any private
property without first obtaining permission from the owner of such
property.
(7) An identification shall be printed upon or affixed to
every open house sign indicating the name, real estate company
affiliation, address and telephone number of the sign owner.
(8) Each real estate company shall apply and receive approval
for an annual encroachment permit from the City Engineer. The
encroachment permit shall be valid for one year and shall be
renewed annually. The encroachment permit shall be valid only for
employees, independents, or affiliate members of the real estate
company.
(9) The open house sign shall be removed each day after the
closing of the open house for that day, and no later than 6 P.M.,
November 1st through March 31st; and 8 P.M., April 1st through
October 31st. I
any open" fiouse sign is found to violate any of the
restrictions contained in this Section, then notwithstanding the
provisions of Section 15- 30.200, such sign may be summarily removed
by the Maintenance Director or his representative, or any Community
Service Officer, or any other City employee authorized by the City
Manager to remove such sign. The sign owner shall be responsible
for payment of a fine in the amount of Fifty Dollars for each sign
so removed. In cases where a duly authorized representative of the
City has direct contact with the violator of these provisions, this
person shall be responsible for the payment of the aforementioned
fines. A written notice of the removal shall be given to the sign
owner stating that the sign may be given to the sign owner stating
that the sign may be reclaimed within ten days and will be returned
to the owner upon payment of the fines specified herein, except
that no such notice shall be required if the owner is not
identified on the sign. In the event the sign is not reclaimed
within the time allowed to do so, the sign may be destroyed or
otherwise disposed of by the Maintenance Director. Unclaimed signs
may be sold to real estate companies, their employees,
independents,or affiliates, at a price determined by the Planning
Director.
Results of Chancres
The main proposed changes to this section are as follows:
1) The maximum area size of the open house sign is increased
from one square foot to two square feet.
2) Open house signs may only be displayed when the house is
open for inspection.
3) Open house signs are prohibited from travelled portions of
public right -of -way, public sidewalks or walkways, or in any manner
which would impede the movement of vehicles, bicycles, or
pedestrians.
A copy of the existing open house sign section has been attached
for comparison purposes as well as a list of other city's
regulations.
15410.150 Open li � signs in n
(a) NoniIIurmiinated open house signs we I miI I I in
any zoning district, subject to the following restrictions:
(1) There shall be no moat than one open house sign
oriented in the some direction at any intersection.
(2) The open house sign shall not exceed one square
foot of aces and four feet in height. and shall be fixed to
a single pole of wood or metal material, or shall-be an
"A" frames free-standing sign- .
(3) No open house signs shall be looted in medians.
(4) No open house sign shall be placed upon way public
property; provided, bowever, where the public rigbt-0t -way
extends into a parkway strip or the planted anew adjacent
to the curb, between the street or curb and adjacent private
property, an open house sign may be placed within such
parkway strip upon obtaining permission from the owner
of the adjacent private property.
(5) No open home sign shall include balloons, ribbons,
streamers, or other appurtenances.
(6) No open house sign shall be placed upon my private
property without first obtaining permission from the owner
of such property..
(7) An identification shall be printed upon or affixed
to every open house sign indicating the name, real estate
company affiliatioo, address and telephone number of the
sign owner.
(8) Each real estate company shall apply and receive
approval for an annual encoachmuent permit from the City
Engineer. The coc+oachmentpermit shall be valid for one
year and shall be renewed annually. The encroachment
permit shall be valid only for employees, independents
or affiliate members of the real estate company.
(9) The open house sign shall be removed each day
after the closing of the open house for that day, and no
lacer than 6 P.M.. November 1st hough March 31st. and
8 P.M.. April 1st through October 31st
(b) If any open house sign is found to violate any of
the restrictions contained in this Section. then notwitb-
statift the provisions of Section 15- 30200. such sign
may be summarily removed by the Maintenance Director
or his representative, or say Community Service Offff=
or any other City employee auuibi I by the City Manager
to remove such sign. The sign owner shall be responsible
for payment of a fine in the amount of Fifty Dollars for
each sign so removed. In cases where a duly authorized
repasentwive of the City bas direct camas with the violator
of these provisions, this person shall be responsible for
the payment of the afarrmendoned fines. A written notice
of the temoval shall be given to the sign owner stating
that the alga may be reclaimed within tin days and will
be retuned two the owner upon payment of the fine specified
be= cwcpt that no such notice shall be required if the
owner is not idendfied on the sign. In the event the sign
is not reclaimed within the time allowed to do s% the sign
may be destroyed or otherwise disposed of by the Mainte.
nance Director. Unclaimed signs may be sold to real estate
companies. their employees. independents, or affiliates,
ataprice detnmined by the Planning Director. (Amended
by Ord. 71.95 11. 1991)
Comparison of
Cities:
Maximum Area
Maximum
Permitted
(sq. ft.)
Height
Saratoga
2
4 ft.
No more than one sign
(proposed)
oriented in the same
direction at an
intersection
Saratoga
1
4 ft.
No more than one sign
(current)
oriented in the same
direction at an
intersection
Los Altos
4
2.5 ft.
Max. of one sign per corner
of an intersection
directing traffic in any
one direction
Los Gatos
1
4 ft.
No more than one double -
faced sign per corner of an
intersection or zoning plot
Carmel
3
-
No more than one sign
limited to private property
and public right -of -way
adjacent to the property
with an encroachment permit
Danville
6
6 ft.
Private property only
Moraga
4
-
Each property allowed one
sign per intersection not
further than closest main
thoroughfare intersection
Mill Valley
3
-
No more than one sign
limited to private property
Cupertino
4
-
Max. of three signs per
parcel with a unit for
sale
Campbell
12
-
Private property only
Chamber of
2
4 ft.
No more than one sign per
Commerce Request
company oriented in the
same direction at any
intersection
Problem #4 SIGNS ON MAJOR ARTERIALS
Problem Area: Saratoga - Sunnyvale Rd.
tracks and Prospect Rd.
Definition of Problem
between the RxR
Business owners have indicated that current sign provisions do not
allow adequate identification because of high speeds, building
setbacks, and limited visibility.
Background
Shopping centers where there are several minor tenants (e.g. Azule
Crossing) are having problems with drivers seeing their signs from
the road on the high speed arterial. Also, shopping centers are
situated on lots that have a small amount of frontage and are set
far back from the road.
Ouestions that need to be addressed:
1) How can shopping centers be better advertised on major
arterials?
2) What type of sign is
Ground sign?
3) What is an appropriate
4) What is an appropriate
Possible Solutions:
most appropriate?
size for a sign.
height for a sign
Pole sign?
(1) Increase the size of freestanding frontage signs as well
as the size of letters. Each tenant can be designated an equal
square footage for the frontage sign (e.g. 6 sq. ft. each) so all
tenant signing can be seen from the road.
Pros: a) Location of tenant signs will be more visible from
,the road.
b) Signs will be neat and orderly with equal sized
spacings for each tenant.
Cons: a) Larger signs will be less aesthetically pleasing.
b) Street will be more cluttered with larger signs.
(2) Each tenant is allowed a maximum square footage of
signage that can be their choice as to where they wish to display
it. For example, if their store fronts the road, they would most
likely prefer to put the majority of their allowable signage on the
actual building where the store is located. If a store is located
in the rear of the shopping center, they could have a portion of
their allowable square footage to be located on the frontage sign.
Pros: a) Tenants would have a choice as to where they want
their advertising to be located.
b) Would allow all tenants to be advertised from the
street.
Cons: a) Signs would look cluttered with different sized
spacings for tenants. (Ordinance could restrict
maximum size of sign)
b) Keeping track of different businesses and their
total square footage.
(3) The freestanding frontage sign area could be proportional
to the area of the developed site as opposed to the length of
frontage.
Pros: a) Would be more representative of the property and
it's tenants than the small length of road frontage.
Cons: a) Signs could end up being too large for the amount of
frontage.
(4) Reduce the speed limit.
Problem #5 ANTI UATED SIGN PROGRAMS
Definition of Problem
Sign programs may become outdated and new styles of signs or
advertising become appropriate. For this reason a provision needs
to be allowed in the sign ordinance to update sign programs.
Background
A sign program is an established set of criteria or standards
that are applied to signage on a site containing multiple tenants
such as a shopping center or business complex. The intent of sign
programs is to ensure the compatibility of signs within the
building or complex and compatibility with the project
architecture. These programs are approved by the City and may
include such standards as area, dimension, color, material, design,
size, or illumination of signs.
Ouestions that need to be addressed:
1) How do we determine if a site needs an updated sign
program?
2) How do we go about updating sign programs?
3) How long do we allow for a new sign program to be
implemented?
Possible Solutions:
(1) Have shopping center owners require tenants to update their
signs when renewing their lease.
Pros: a) Eventually all tenants would be required to comply.
Cons: a) Some leases can be up to five or ten years long
which would delay the updating of signs.
(2) For multiple occupant projects existing prior to the
requirement for a sign program, a new program can be established at
the time the first modification of an existing sign is proposed.
(3) The City could propose a sign program change to the Planning
Commission or City Council if it feels that a sign program is
outdated or the signs have reached a point of dilapidation.
Problem #6 WINDOW SIGNS
Definition of Problem
There is no provision in the current ordinance addressing window
signs. Typical window signs can be put up and taken down which
makes enforcement impossible.
Background
Community Development staff constantly recieves complaints
regarding window signs since the City has no specific standards.
Therefore, staff finds it very difficult to tell a business owner
to remove their sign. This new proposed section is modeled after
the window sign section for the City of Los Altos. Additions are
indicated by background shading while deletions from the current
ordinance are indicated by being struck out with a line:
Proposed Definition
Proposed Ordinance
PLANNING COMIVIISSIC INUTES
JULY 12, 1995
PAGE - 18 -
95 -030 PER THE STAFF REPORT. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0 WITH COMMISSIONERS
CALDWELL AND PATRICK ABSENT.
7. AZO- 95403 - CITY OF SARATOGA Consideration of a draft Ordinance amending
Chapter 15 -30 of the City Zoning Ordinance relating to standards for the placement of
temporary signs in Commercial Zoning Districts and consideration of a draft ordinance
establishing interim standards for temporary signs in Commercial Zoning Districts (cont.
from the 6/28/95 public hearing meeting at the recommendation of staff).
Planner White presented the staff report. He informed the Commission that this item was a
direct result and product of the Sign Ordinance that was initiated by the City Council in the fall
of 1994. Planning staff went through the process of identifying a number of different issues
relating to •signage in the City (i.e., special event signs, open house sign, signs on major
arterials, antiquated sign programs, window and neon signs in the Village area). He indicated
that the Planning Commission held a number of work sessions and public meetings to discuss
these issues and also to work out alternatives or possible solutions to identified problems. Also,
the Commission met with the representatives of the business community, specifically with the
Chamber of Commerce and representatives of the Village Merchants. In June, the Planning
Commission directed staff to proceed with an ordinance amendment that is before the
Commission this evening. He recommended that the Commission review the draft ordinance
amendments and forward its recommendation to the City Council to adopt the ordinances.
Chairman Murakami asked staff clarification of Exhibit "A ", subsection (m)(5) Exceptions which
excludes the Village area from having temporary signs or banners. Planner White noted that
the Village area was involved in discussions. However, staff and the Commission tried in great
length to get some consensus from the Village business owners but that a consensus could not
be reached. Therefore, it was recommended that the Village be excluded from this amendment.
Commissioner Abshire noted that Exhibit "B" stipulates that the interim standards for the
Placement of temporary A -frame type signs would be in effect for a six month period. He asked
what would be the next action plan following the six month period. Planner White responded
that an assessment would need to be made following the six month period to determine how the
amendment was working or whether there were any complaints or concerns filed as a result of
permitting A -frame signs.
Commissioner Kaplan asked if each store front would be allowed to have two A -frame signs as
defined in Exhibit "B ", Section I.e) Planner White clarified that two A -frame signs would be
permitted for each store front. Commissioner Kaplan stated that she did not recall the approval
of two A -frame signs and indicated that she had trouble allowing one A -frame sign.
Chairman Murakami opened this item to public hearing at 10:18 p.m.
There was no one in attendance to speak on this item.
COMMISSIONERS ASFOUR/SIEGFRIED MOVED TO CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING AT
10:19 P.M.
PLANNING COMIVII.SSIO. EDRPTES
JULY 12, 1995
PAGE - 19 -
COMMISSIONERS SIEGFRIED /ABSHIItE MOVED TO APPROVE STAFF'S
RECOMMENDED DRAFT ORDINANCE AMENDMENTS AND TO FORWARD STAFF'S
RECOMMENDATION TO THE CITY COUNCIL. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0 WITH
COMMISSIONERS CALDWEL.L AND PATRICK ABSENT.
8. A7A- 95-004 - CITY OF SARATOGA Consideration of a draft Ordinance an. ding
Chapter 15 -30 of the City Zoning Ordinance relating to the prohibition of signs
within the Public Right -of -Way (cont from the 6128/95 public hearing at the
recommendation of staff).
Planner 'te presented the draft ordinance amendment regarding signs in public right -of-
ways. He that the proposed ordinance would prohibit all signs ' the public right -of-
way with the lion of certain public notices, public safety signs house signs which
are permitted separate regulations in the existing sign Staff recommended that
the Commission view the draft ordinance and forward an recommendation to the
City Council. He that the City Attorney was evening and would answer
any questions of a le nature relating to the draft amendment.
C Siegfried as to the legalities
Attorney Riback stated that on his research
so long as the ordinance is neutral, it is a
to prohibit political signs nor any other
would be viewed as a violation the 5rat
of Pfis kind of a blanket restriction. City
proposed amendment, he found that
Ital woe. The City would not be able
m.. This would be an invalid action which
Commissioner Kaplan asked wby signs would be exempt from the proposed
ordinance amendment. City Attorney clarified that open house signs are considered to
be directional and that they are not issues and because of that, they are taken out of the
content issue entirely.
Chairman Mtrrakami asked f9e clarification political signs. City Attorney Ribacic
confirmed that it would be ' to place political on utility poles or in the public right -of-
way.
Chairman Murakami this item to public hearing 10:25 p.m.
There were no present to address this item.
COMMISSIO'UMS KAPLAN /SI EGFRIED MOVED TO CLO PUBLIC HEARING AT
10:26 P.M.
oner Kaplan stated that she was strongly opposed to an such as this one
she felt that what makes a community operate was the fact ' can communicate.
She t that it was imperative that individuals know who is running for o She felt that a
'cal candidate with a limited budget would be put out of the political
Chairman Murak ami stated that he felt that this proposed ordinance amendment was too
SARATOGA CITY COUNCIL
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY NO. 2 14
MEETING DATE: October 4, 1995
AGENDA ITEM: B
ORIGINATING DEPT.: Communitv Development W
CITY MGR. APPROVAL//%
RTTR.TT rrr
AZO -95 -004, Ordinance Amendment Relating to Signs Upon the Public
Right of Way
Recommended Motion:
Accept the Planning Commission recommendation to reject the draft
Ordinance.
Report Summary•
In April of this year, during their Quarterly Program and Project Review
Session, the City Council directed staff to separate the issue of
Political Campaign Signs in the public right of way from the general
review of the City's sign regulations.
Subsequently, the City Attorney was directed to prepare a draft
Ordinance for consideration prohibiting all signs in the public right of
way. Attached for review is the prepared draft document.
This ordinance prohibits the placement of any signs in the public right
of way, with the exception of certain public notices, safety signs and
open house signs (i.e. directional signs) which are currently permitted
in the City Code.
The Public Right of Way is defined in the City Code as a right of way
owned by the City or any other public entity or public utility and
constitutes a:
"...strip of land used or reserved for use, as a street, road
or alley, or to provide pedestrian or equestrian access, or
public utility service, or any combination thereof, and
includes all or any part of the entire width or other area or
a designated right of way, whether or not such entire width or
area is actually used for street, road, alley, pedestrian,
equestrian or utility purposes."
The Planning Commission reviewed the draft Ordinance at their regular
July 12 meeting (minutes attached). The Commission forwarded a
recommendation to the City Council to reject the draft. The Planning
Commission minutes are attached for reference.
Fiscal Impacts:
None.
Follow -up Action:
None.
Consequences of not Acting on the Recommended Notion:
Sign Ordinance will remain unchanged.
Attachments:
1. Draft Ordinance
2. Planning Commission minutes dated 7/12/95
Motion and Vote:
memo.cc \exerow
SEP -28 -95 THU 08 :31 MEYERS,NAVE,RIBA0K &S1LV. FAX N0. 510 351 4481 P.02/04
ORDINANCE NO. 71 -
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF SAItATOGAAMENDING SECTIONS 15- 30.030,
15- 30.150 AND 15- 30.160 OF THE CODE OF THE
CITY OF SARATOGA RELATING TO SIGNS
UPON PUBLIC RIGHTS -OF -WAY
The City Council of the City of Saratoga hereby ordains as follows:
Section 1. Section 15- 30.030 of the Code of the City of Saratoga is hereby
amended, by adding subsection (h), to read as follows:
"Section 15- 30.030. Prohibited SiMs.
. ection 2. Section 15- 30.150 of the Code of the City of Saratoga is hereby
amended by amending subparagraph (a) (4), to read as follows:
"Section 15- 30.150. ,Qpen House Signc in Residential l�ictrictc.
(a) Nonilluminated open house signs are permitted in any zoning
district, subject to the following restrictions:
(1) ...
(2) ...
(3) .. .
(4) No open house sign shall be placed upon any public property;
provided, however, where the public right -of -way extends into a
parkway strip or the planted area adjacent to the curb, between the
street or curb and adjacent private property, an open house sign may be
1
SEP -28 -95 THU 08:31 MEYERS,NAVE,RIBACK &SILV. FAX N0. 510 351 4481 P.03/04
placed within such parkway strip upon obtaining permission from the
owner of the ad scent private property. Ta`xeyr"auto`i�d bjr
thz� s ligaragrap (, pen 1-toasb Mn ark aft ` C p ign'#o x r
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(5)...
(6) .. .
(7)...
(8)...
(9) „
Section 3. Section 1 5- 30.160 of the Code of the City of Saratoga is hereby
amended by amending subparagraph (a) (4), to read as follows:
"Section 15-30-160. 'remj2or aUPnlitical Suns
(a) 5gn Restrictions. A temporary political sign may be erected only in
accordance vAth the following restrictions:
(1) ...
(2) ...
(3) ...
(4) No temporary political sign may be erected within or upon rat
of way bf any public highway�r public street- or paWie fi wry,- in
street or fight of -way.-
(6)....,
2
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FAX N0, 510 351 4481 P.04/04
Section 4: This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect thirty (30) days
after its passage and adoption.
The above and foregoing; Ordinance was regularly introduced and after
the waiting time required by law, was thereafter passed and adopted at a regular
meeting of the City Council of Saratoga held on the day of , 1995, by
the following vote.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
MAYOR
ATTEST:
City Clerk
September 27, 1995
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SARATOGA CITY COUNCIL
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY NO. AGENDA ITEM:
MEETING DATE: October 4, 1995
ORIGINATING DEPT.: Coromunitv Development
CITY MGR. APPROVAL
SUBJECT:
Draft Ordinance relating to the Temporary Placement Promotional
Signs and Banners
Recommended Motion:
Accept the Planning Commission recommendation and introduce the
Ordinance, waiving reading in full.
Report Summar
In November of 1994, the City Council directed the Planning Commission
to embark upon a study of existing City sign regulations. Subsequently,
staff developed a detailed list of problem areas including political
signs, special event signs, open house signs, signs on major arterial
streets, antiquated sign programs, window signs and neon signs.
Staff presented a report (attached) to the Commission at the March study
session which highlighted a number of options and suggestions for
possible solutions to the identified problems. The Commission
considered these issues further at the April and May study sessions.
Individuals representing the Saratoga Chamber of Commerce and the
Village merchants were active participants in these proceedings.
At their regular July 12 meeting (minutes attached) , the Planning
Commission forwarded a recommendation to the City Council to permanently
adopt the now expired interim ordinance for temporary signs and banners
(Ordinance 71 -144) as a part of the City Code. This ordinance
establishes regulations for the placement of temporary banners and
signs, including restrictions on number, location, size and duration.
This ordinance does not apply to the Village area or to gas stations. A
draft ordinance amendment is attached for City Council review.
Environmental Documentation:
The draft ordinance has been determined to be categorically exempt from
the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under
Class 4e - minor temporary use of land having negligible or no permanent
effect on the environment and Class 11 - placement of minor temporary
structures accessory to existing commercial facilities. No additional
environmental documentation is necessary at this time.
Fiscal Impacts•
None.
Follow -up Action:
None.
Consequences of not Acting on the Recommended Notion:
Sign ordinance will remain unchanged.
Attachments:
1. Draft Ordinance
2. Staff Report dated March 7, 1995
3. Planning Commission minutes dated 7/12/95
Motion and Vote:
memo.cc \exesigns.2
ORDINANCE NO.71.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SARATOGA
AMENDING SECTION 15- 30.100 OF THE CITY CODE
RELATING TO THE PLACEMENT OF TEMPORARY SIGNS.
The City Council of the City of Saratoga hereby ordains as
follows:
SECTION 1:. Section 15- 30.100 of the Code of the City of Saratoga,
is hereby amended, by adding subsection (m), to read as follows:
(m) Temporary signs or banners advertising special promotions
or sales may be permitted, subject to approval by the
Community Development Director, as follows:
1) Size: The maximum size of a temporary sign or
banner is 40 square feet.
2) Location: Temporary signs or banners shall be
affixed to a principal building and shall not
project above the roof line of the building.
3) Duration: Temporary signs or banners may be
displayed for a maximum of 42 days within a 6 month
period.
4) Permit Required: An administrative permit (and
accompanying fee) shall be required prior to the
installation and /or display of a temporary sign or
banner.
5) Exception: Temporary signs or banners will not be
allowed in the Village or for gasoline service
stations.
SECTION 2: This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect thirty
(30) days after its passage and adoption.
The above and foregoing Ordinance was regularly introduced and
after the waiting time required by law, was thereafter passed and
adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council of Saratoga held
on the day of , 1995, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ATTEST:
City Clerk
Mayor
13777 FRUITVALE AVENUE • SARATOGA, CALIFORNIA 95070 • (408) 867 -3438
COUNCIL NIEMBERS:
Ann Marie Burger
Paul E. Jacobs
Gillian Moran
M E M O R A N D U M Karen 7ucker
Donald L. Wolfe
TO: Saratoga Planning Commission
FROM: Paul L. Curtis, Community Development Director
DATE: March 7, 1995
SUBJECT: Sign Ordinance Review
Background:
In December 1993, the Chamber of Commerce submitted to staff a "new
Sign Ordinance." The ordinance had been prepared by a Chamber
committee addressing needs and concerns that had been identified by
its members. Staff requested a list of specific changes to the
existing Ordinance. In March 1994, the Chamber responded with a
letter stating that it was difficult to specifically identify
changes in that the proposed Ordinance was a compilation of several
cities ordinances.
Staff reviewed the proposal with both the Planning Commission and
City Council. In July 1994, the Planning Commission and City
Council directed staff to include a revision of the City's Sign
Ordinance as part the Community Development Department Work
Program. The Council approved a late 1994 initiation date with
completion anticipated in April /May 1995.
In September 1994, the City Council approved an interim ordinance
which allows a 40 sq.ft. sign /banner to advertise special business
events, promotions,, sales, etc. The Council felt that this
provision would assist the business community through the holiday
season. This interim ordinance will expire April 7, 1995.. The
intent was to review the effect of the banners during this "trial ".
period and, if appropriate, adopt the provisions as part of any
permanent ordinance amendments.
Ordinance Amendment Methodology:
Staff began by reviewing the Chamber's draft ordinance and listing
Printed on recycled paper.
Planning Commission Work Session
Sign Ordinance Amendments
March 7, 1995
Page 2
the proposed changes. It became apparent to Staff that the Chamber
was attempting to make changes that "corrected" certain situations.
Staff felt that by first identifying the problems, it may be easier
to consider amendments that responded to those problems instead of
changing the entire ordinance and then trying to justify the
changes. In addition, staff identified certain problems that had
been previously questioned by staff, Planning Commission and City
Council.
Staff has identified the following problems:
• Temporary Political Signs
• Special Event Signs
• Open House Signs
• Signs on Major Arterial Streets
• Antiquated Sign Programs
• Window Signs
Problem Analysis:
Attached are analysis sheets for each identified problem. Each
analysis lists the problem, suggested changes or alternatives to be
considered, proposed ordinance language, where appropriate, and
"non- ordinance" language stating the results of the change.
In some cases (e.g. Signs on Major Arterial Streets), staff has not
indicated specific change proposals, but rather listed pros and
cons of alternatives. Following discussion, staff can complete the
analysis sheet for final review.
Recommendation:
Staff recommends that the Planning Commission review the sign
problems, alternatives and potential solutions and direct staff to
prepare an ordinance amendment for public hearing.
A Planning Commission public hearing date of April 12 is
tentatively being considered. The Commission's April 5 Work
Session could provide a final review prior to the public hearing.
Problem #1 TEMPORARY POLITICAL SIGNS
Definition of Problem
City Council has directed staff to review other city's ordinances
as to the appropriateness to allow political signs in the public
right -of -way.
Background
The following are proposed changes to Sec. 15- 30.160 regarding
temporary political signs. Additions are indicated by background
shading while deletions from the current ordinance are indicated by
being struck out with a line:
Proposed Ordinance
15- 30.160 Temporary political signs.
(a) Sign restrictions. A temporary political sign may be
erected only in accordance with the following restrictions:
(1) No temporary political sign may be illuminated in any
manner other than by previously existing lighting sources normally
used for illumination of the area where the sign is erected.
(2) No temporary political sign may be affixed to any pole or
wire appurtenance thereof on which is attached any traffic sign,
traffic signal, street sign, parking sign or other traffic control
device installed by any public agency for public information
purposes, nor may any temporary political sign be erected in a
manner or place that will obstruct normal visibility of such
traffic signs, traffic signals, street signs, parking signs or.
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other traf f is control devices
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(3) No temporary political sign may be erected upon or
affixed to any sidewalk, crosswalk, police or fire alarm system,
hydrant, or any public building or other public structure.
(4) No temporary political sign may be erected within or upon
any public highway, public street, uI':t or public right
of way in a fnannei ei- g laee that w34l =ebat' _._ .......
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sight er ether.. -*-- eenstitttte —a —safe; j hazard far vehietrlar ar
pedesti4an t r f h�ghway, street errrght o f way.
(5) No temporary political sign may exceed an area of five
square feet.
(6) No temporary political sign may be erected having bracing
or backing material thicker than one -half inch except for support
posts firmly planted in the ground.
(b) Duration and removal. A temporary political sign may be
erected not more than forty -five days prior to the day of the
election to which it related and shall be completely removed not
later than five days after the date of such election.
Results of Chancres
The main proposed change to this section is prohibiting temporary
political signs in the public right -of -way. This will limit
temporary political signs to private property only. A copy of the
existing temporary political sign section has been attached for
comparison purposes as well as a list of. other city's regulations.
IS- UGO Temporary Political s,,
(a) Sign eeW I dow A temporary political signmay
be eructed only in aoxm*= w9b tbe'folloamg regric-
tio=
(1) No temporary political sign may be illuminated
in any manner other than by previously e=tmg lighting
sources normally used for illrmmiDadon of the area where
the sign is erected.
(2) No temporary political sire may be affixed to soy
pole or wire appurtenance dw eof on which is attached
any traffic sign, traffic signal. street sign, parking sign or
other traffic control device installed by any public agency
for public information purposes. nor may any temporary
political sign be erected in a manner or place that will
obstruct normal visibility of such traffic aigns, traffic
signals, street signs, paling signs or other uaf5c control
devices.
(3) No temporary political sign may be mud upon
or affixed to any sidewak crosswalk, police or fire alarm
system, bydranL or any public building or other public
structure.
(4) No temporary political sign may be erected witbm
or upon any public highway. public sum-or public right
of way in a manner or place that will obstruct a motorist's
lime of sight or otherwise constitute a safety hmwd for
vdncWar or pedestrian uaffic upon such highway, street
or right of way.
(S) No temporary political sign may exceed an area
of five square feet.
(6) No temporary political sign may be erected having
bracing or backing material thiclaer than ow -half inch.
except for support poets firmly planted in the grtwad
(b) Damtiou and renwvaL A temporary political sign
may be erected not more than forty -five days prior to the
day of the election to which it relates and sball be com-
pletely removed not later than five days after the date of
such election.
Comparison of Cities:
Max. Area Max. days Max. days Permitted
(sq. ft.) prior after
Saratoga
(proposed)
5
45
5
Private property
only
Saratoga
5
45
5
Public right -of -way
(current)
a n d p r i v a t e
property
Los Gatos
18
-
10
Private property
(resid)
6
only
Los Altos
16
61
5
Private property and
front yard
landscaped areas in
public right -of -way
adjacent to private
property
Menlo Park
-
-
7
Private property
only
Portola
2
-
1
Private property
Valley
only
Danville
6
-
10
Private property
only
Moraga
6
-
10
Private property
only
Mill Valley
16
45
5
Private property
only
Cupertino
4
90
12
All zones of the
City
Campbell
12
75 total
15
Private property
only
Problem #2 SPECIAL EVENT SIGNS
Definition of Problem
Other than grand opening signs, there is no provision allowing
special event signs that pertain to advertising commercial events.
The Chamber of Commerce has indicated a need for these type of
special event signs and has supported the interim temporary sign
ordinance which allows this type of advertising.
Background
The following is a proposed addition to the Sign Ordinance
concerning special event signs. Currently, there is an interim
ordinance in effect that involves temporary signs and banners that
will expire in April 1995. This new proposed section is modeled
after the special event sign section for the City of Los Altos and
contains excerpts from the current interim ordinance. Additions
are indicated by background shading while deletions from the
current ordinance are indicated by being struck out with a line:
Proposed Ordinance
15- 30.020 Definitions.
(o) Special event sign means a temporary sign pertaining to
events of civic, community, philanthropic, educational or religious
organizations, wrest — are - net eeneltietea eenne tie n wi-th the
15- 30.100 Signs in commercial districts.
No sign of any character shall be permitted in a C district
except the following:
(k) Special event signs, subject to the regulations
prescribed in Section 15 -30. new- emeeeding ten square feet
area, fflay be perfaitted, pr- - ide such signs are r-= d f er net mere
than thirty rt-er te- the -event and -.- zemeved within t _° - elaye
a-f teaaet -a =�r
(1) Temperary grand epenin-9 signs er banners, net emeeea' _
twenty square feet in area, epeet eel t a annettnee the
eammeneemenef a--new buss-s- estabiis went . Sueh- signs sha 1 1 ncat
be d4 :sp - 1 d me _ than thirty days.
Results of Changes
The main proposed changes to the original sign ordinance are as
follows:
1) The definition of "special event sign" has been added to
include commercial operations.
2) Sign size has been regulated in accordance with the length
of primary building frontage.
3) The maximum size of a banner has been increased from ten
(10) square feet to forty (40) square feet.
4) The maximum number of days a banner can be displayed has
been set at 60 days /year, the days not needing be consecutive.
5) The maximum area for a temporary grand opening sign or
banner has been increased to forty (40) square feet from twenty
(20) square feet and is subject to all the regulations of a special
event sign.
6) Property occupied by more than one place of business may
di.splay no more than two banners or flags at one time.
7) Banners and flags must be in good repair.
8) An administrative permit and fee shall be required prior
to installation of a temporary banner or flag.
A copy of the current sections that regulate special event signs
has been attached for comparison purposes as well as a list of
other city's regulations on special event signs.
(o) Special event sign means a tempocaty sign PMUiD-
ing to eveaM af•dAC, eotamt pity, philanthtopic, educational
or religious ogAu rations, which we not conducted in
connection with the operation of a commercial enterprise.
15- 30.030 Prohibited signs.
The following signs are prohibited:.
(a) Reflective, flashing or moving signs, except for
public service time and temperature signs which shall not
be flashing, animated or revolving in nature.
(b) Portable signs, except for open house signs, political
signs and special event signs which comply with the
regulations of this Article.
(c) Streamers, banners, balloons, flares, flags, pennants,
twirlers and similar attention getting devices, with the
exception of the following:
(1) One national, state and local governmental flag
properly displayed upon a single flagpole.
(2) Holiday decorations, in season.
(3) Grand opening and special event displays which
comply with the regulations of this Article.
(d) Any sign affixed or anacbed to any vehic ie or trailer,
unless the vehicle or trailer is intended to be used in its
normal business capacity and not for the primary purpose
of advertising a use or event or attracting persons to a place
of business.
(e) Signs or sign structures which by color, wording
or location resemble or conflict with traffic control signs
or devices.
(f) Signs that crate a safety hazard by obstructing the
clear view or safe movement of vehicular or pedestrian
traffic.
(g) Signs that obstruct any door, window, fire escape
or other emergency exit of any building.
15- 30.100 Signs in commercial districts.
No sign of any character shall be permitted in a C
district, except the following:
(a) Identification signs which comply with any one
of the following standards:
(1) One -half square foot of area for each foot of width
of the front elevation of the building and side elevation
on the street side of a corner lot; or
(2) One-fourth square foot of area kir each foot of street
frontage of the site; or
. (3) one-half square foot of area for each foot of store
frontage. The term "store frontage", as used hewn, means
that side, or those sides of the building where the main
entrance to each business establishment conducted therein
is located. For the purposes of computing sign aces hemun-
der, no single business establishment may have a main
entrance on more than one side of the same building. In
no event shall the aggregate aces of all identification signs
upon a site exceed forty square feet for each use upon such
site.
(b) Directional signs, each not exceeding three square
feet in area and five feet in height Such signs may be free
standing. If more than two directional signs ate proposed,
the number and location of such signs shall be subject to
approval by the Planning Director.
(c) A free standing identification sign for a site con-
taining five or mere separate uses, not exceeding forty
square fed in area. Such sign may be in addition to all
other signs permitted under this Section.
(d) A bulletin board, not exceeding twenty square feet
in area and ten fed in height. on the site of a religious
institution, provided the content of the bulletin board relates
to an activity conducted at. or sponsored by, the religious
institution. Such bull= boards may be free standing.
(e) An identification sign, not exceeding sixteen square
fed in area. on the site of a multi- family dwelling, motel
or hotel. Such sign may be free standing. Signage for the
uses referred to herein shall be regulated by this Paragraph
and not Paragraph (a) of this Section.
(f) A nonilluminated real estate sign. not exceeding
twenty -four square feet in area. The sign may be free
standing, but in such event shall not exceed four feet in
height
(g) Temporary construction signs, subject to the regu-
lations prescribed in Section 15- 30.130.
(h) Public interest signs, subject to the regulations
prescribed in Section 15- 30.140.
(i) Temporary political signs, subject to the regulations
prescribed in Section 15- 30.160.
0) Gasoline price signs, subject to the regulations
prescribed in Section 15- 30.170.
(k) Special event signs, not exceeding ten square feet
in area may be permitted. provided such signs are posted
for not more than thirty days prior to the event and are
removed within two days after such event
(1) Temporary grand opening signs or banners. not
exceeding twenty square fed in a= may be permitted
to announce the commencement of a new business estab-
lishment Such signs shall not be displayed mere than thirty
days.
Comparison of Cities:
Banner A -frame Max. time
Max. Max. allowed
(sq.ft.) (sq.ft.) (days /yr)
Saratoga
(proposed)
40
prohibited
60
Saratoga
10
prohibited
32
(current)
Los Altos
10
4
60
Los Gatos
1 /1frontage
prohibited
15
Danville
.75/1 frontage
5
45
Mill Valley
12
prohibited
28
Cupertino
100
32
120
Campbell
40
prohibited
120
Chamber of
40
16
120
Commerce Request
Problem #3 OPEN HOUSE SIGNS
Definition of Problem
The Board of Realtors has stated that the current ordinance does
not provide sufficient advertising and direction to open houses.
Background
The following are proposed changes to Sec. 15-30.150 regarding open
house signs in residential districts. Additions are indicated by
background shading while deletions from the current ordinance are
indicated by being struck out with a line:
Proposed Ordinance
15-30.150 open house signs in residential districts.
(a) Non illuminated open house signs are permitted in any
zoning district, subject to the following restrictions:
(1) There shall be no more than one open house sign oriented
in the same direction at any intersection. ............
...........
(2) The open house sign shall not exceed one Wb" square feet
of area and four feet in height, and shall ... Be"' fixed to a
...............
...............
single pole of wood or metal material, or shall be an "All frame,
free-standing sign.
(3) No open house signs shall be located in medians.
(4) No open house sign shall be placed upon any public
property; provided, however, where the public right-of-way extends
into a parkway strip or the planted area adjacent to the curb,
between the street or curb and adjacent private property, an open
house sign may be placed within such parkway strip upon obtaining
permission from the owner of the adjacent private property.
(5) No open house sign shall include balloons, ribbons,
streamers, or other appurtenances.
(6) No open house sign shall be placed upon any private
property without first obtaining permission from the owner of such
property.
(7) An identification shall be printed upon or affixed to
every open house sign indicating the name, real estate company
affiliation, address and telephone number of the sign owner.
(8) Each real estate company shall apply and receive approval
for an annual encroachment permit from the City Engineer. The
encroachment permit shall be valid for one year and shall be
renewed annually. The encroachment permit shall be valid only for
employees, independents, or affiliate members of the real estate
company.
(9) The open house sign shall be removed each day after the
closing of the open house for that day, and no later than 6 P.M.,
November 1st through March 31st; and 8 P.M., April 1st through
October 31st.
(b) I any.. open douse sign is found to violate any of the
restrictions contained in this Section, then notwithstanding the
provisions of Section 15- 30.200, such sign may be summarily removed
by the Maintenance Director or his representative, or any Community
Service Officer, or any other City employee authorized by the City
Manager to remove such sign. The sign owner shall be responsible
for payment of a fine in the amount of Fifty Dollars for each sign
so removed. In cases where a duly authorized. representative of the
City has direct contact with the violator of these provisions, this
person shall be responsible for the payment of the aforementioned
fines. A written notice of the removal shall be given to the sign
owner stating that the sign may be given to the sign owner stating
that the sign may be reclaimed within ten days and will be returned
to the owner upon payment of the fines specified herein, except
that no such notice shall be required if the owner is not
identified on the sign. In the event the sign is not reclaimed
within the time allowed to do so, the sign may be destroyed or
otherwise disposed of by the Maintenance Director. Unclaimed signs
may be sold to real estate companies, their employees,
independents,or affiliates, at a price determined by the Planning
Director.
Results of Changes
The main proposed changes to this section are as follows:
1) The maximum area size of the open house sign is increased
from one square foot to two square feet.
2) Open house signs may only be displayed when the house is
open for inspection.
3 ) Open house signs are prohibited from travelled portions of
public right -of -way, public sidewalks or walkways, or in any manner
which would impede the movement of vehicles, bicycles, or
pedestrians.
A copy of the existing open house sign section has been attached
for comparison purposes as well as a list of other city's
regulations.
15-30M% open home s*m to to
(a) NonillifflMamd open house signs are permitted in
any zoning district, sukm to the following reatricrioat:
(1) There shall be no moue than we open house sign
oriented m the same direction at soy mteta =on.
(2) The open home sign shall not exceed one square
foot of area and four feet in height, and shall be fixed to
a single pole of wood or metal material, or shall-be an
"A" frame, hu-standing sign.
(3) No open house signs shall be located m medians.
(4) No open house sign shell be placed upon any public
pmpeny., provided, however, where the public right -d-way
extends into a parkway strip or the planted area adjacent
to the nab, between We street or nab and adjacent private
property, an open house sign may be placed within such
parkway strip upon obtaining permission from the owner
of the adjacent private property.
(5) No open house sign shall include ballooa5, ribbons,
streamers, or other apputua mes.
(6) No open house sign shall be placed upon my private
property without first obtaining pamissino from the owner
of such property..
M An identification shall be printed upon or O axed
to every open house sign indicating the name, real estate
company affiliation, address and telephone member of the
sign owner.
(8) Each real estate company shall apply and receive
approval for an annual encroachment permit from the City
Engineer. The encroachment permit shall be valid for one
year and shall be renewed annually. The encroachment
permit shall be valid only for employees, independents
or affiliate members of the real estate company.
(9) The open house sign shall be removed each day
after the closing of the open house for that day, and no
later than 6 P.M. November 1st through March 31st and
8 P.M., April 1st though October 31st
(b) If any open home sign is found to violate any of
the nattier wee; contained m this Section, then nomth-
standing the provisions of Section 15- 30200. such sign
may be summarily removed by the Maintenance Director
or his wp octuative, or any Community Service Office,
or any other City employee authorized by the City Mmiger
to remove such sign. The sign owner shall be responsible
four payment of a fine m the amount of Fifty Dollars for
each sign so removed. In cam where: a duly authorized
repr sett aoive of the City has direst contact with the vioietor
of dme provisions, this person shall be responsible for
the payment of the aforementioned fines. A written notice
of the removal shall be given tD the sign owner staomg
that the sign may be tamed within ten days and will
be tettrmed to the owner upon payment of the fine specified
barem, except that no such notice shall be required if the
owner is not identified an the sign. In the event the sign
is not reclaimed within the time allowed to do so, the sign
may be destroyed or otherwise disposed of by the Mainte.
nance Dircaw. Unclaimed signs may be sold to real estate
companies, Wee employees, independents, or affiliates,
atapricr- demmined by the Planning Director. (Amended
by Ord. 71.95 § 1, 1991)
Comparison of Cities:
Maximum Area
Maximum
Permitted
(sq. ft.)
Height
Saratoga
2
4 ft.
No more than one sign
(proposed)_
oriented in the same
direction at an
intersection
Saratoga
1
4 ft.
No more than one sign
(current)
oriented in the same
direction at an
intersection
Los Altos
4
2.5 ft.
Max. of one sign per corner
of an intersection
directing traffic in any
one direction
Los Gatos
1
4 ft.
No more than one double -
faced sign per corner of an
intersection or zoning plot
Carmel
3
-
No more than one sign
limited to private property
and public right -of -way
adjacent to the property
with an encroachment permit
Danville
6
6 ft.
Private property only
Moraga
4
-
Each property allowed one
sign per intersection not
further than closest main.
thoroughfare intersection'
Mill Valley
3
-
No more than one sign
limited to private property
Cupertino
4
-
Max. of three signs per
parcel with a unit for
sale
Campbell
12
-
Private property only
Chamber of
2
4 ft.
No more than one sign ver
Commerce Request
company oriented in the
same direction at any
intersection
Problem #4 SIGNS ON MAJOR ARTERIALS
Problem Area: Saratoga - Sunnyvale - Rd.
tracks and Prospect Rd.
Definition of Problem
between the RxR
Business owners have indicated that current sign provisions do not
allow adequate identification because of high speeds, building
setbacks, and limited visibility.
Background
Shopping centers where there are several minor tenants (e.g. Azule
Crossing) are having problems with drivers seeing their signs from
the road on the high speed arterial. Also, shopping centers are
situated on lots that have a small amount of frontage and are set
far back from the road.
Questions that need to be addressed:
1) How can shopping centers be better advertised on major
arterials?
2) What type of sign is
Ground sign?
3) What is an appropriate
4) What is an appropriate
Possible Solutions:
most appropriate?
size for a sign?
height for a sign
Pole sign?
(1) Increase the size of freestanding frontage signs as well
as the size of letters. Each tenant can be designated an equal
square footage for the frontage sign (e.g. 6 sq. ft. each) so all
tenant signing can be seen from the road.
Pros: a) Location of tenant signs will be more visible from
the road.
b) Signs will be neat and orderly with equal sized
spacings for each tenant.
Cons: a) Larger signs will be less aesthetically pleasing.
b) Street will be more cluttered with larger signs.
(2) Each tenant is allowed a maximum square footage of
signage that can be their choice as to where they wish to display
it. For example, if their store fronts the road, they would most
likely prefer to put the majority of their allowable signage on the
actual building where the store is located. If a store is located
in the rear of the shopping center, they could have a portion of
their allowable square footage to be located on the frontage sign.
Pros: a) Tenants would have a choice as to where they want
their advertising to be located.
b) Would allow all tenants to be advertised from the
street.
Cons: a) Signs would look cluttered with different sized
spacings for tenants. (Ordinance could restrict
maximum size of sign)
b) Keeping track of different businesses and their
total square footage.
(3) The freestanding frontage sign area could be proportional
to the area of the developed site as opposed to the length of
frontage.
Pros: a) Would be more representative of the property and
it's tenants than the small length of road frontage.
Cons: a) Signs could end up being too large for the amount of
frontage.
(4) Reduce the speed limit.
Problem #5 ANTI UATED SIGN PROGRAMS
Definition of Problem
Sign programs may become outdated and new styles of signs or
advertising become appropriate. For this reason a provision needs
to be allowed in the sign ordinance to update sign programs..
Background
A sign program is an established set of criteria or standards
that are applied to signage on a site containing multiple tenants
such as a shopping center or business complex. The intent of sign
programs is to ensure the compatibility of signs within the
building or complex and compatibility with the project
architecture. These programs are approved by the City and may
include such standards as area, dimension, color, material, design,
size, or illumination of signs.
Questions that need to be addressed:
1) How do we determine if a site needs an updated sign
program?
2) How do we go about updating sign programs?
3) How long do we allow for a new sign program to be
implemented?
Possible Solutions:
(1) Have shopping center owners require tenants to update their
signs when renewing their lease.
Pros: a) Eventually all tenants would be required to comply.
Cons: a) Some leases can be up to five or ten years long
which would delay the updating of signs.
(2) For multiple occupant projects existing prior to the
requirement for a sign program, a new program can be established at
the time the first modification of an existing sign is proposed.
(3) The City could propose a sign program change to the Planning
Commission or City Council if it feels that a sign program is
outdated or the signs have reached a point of dilapidation.
Problem #6 WINDOW SIGNS
Definition of Problem
There is no provision in the current ordinance addressing window
signs. Typical window signs can be put up and taken down which
makes enforcement impossible.
Background
Community Development staff constantly recieves complaints
regarding window signs since the City has no specific standards.
Therefore, staff finds it very difficult to tell a business owner
to remove their sign. This new proposed section is modeled after
the window sign section for the City of Los Altos. Additions are
indicated by background shading while deletions from the current
ordinance are indicated by being struck out with a line:
Proposed Definition
Proposed Ordinance
PLANNING COM IISSIC vUNUPES
JULY 12, 1995
PAGE - 18 -
95 -030 PER THE STAFF REPORT. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0 WITH COMMISSIONERS
CALDWELL AND PATRICK ABSENT.
7. AZO- 95-003 - CITY OF SARATOGA Consideration of a draft Ordinance amending
Chapter 15 -30 of the City Zoning Ordinance relating to standards for the placement of
temporary signs in Commercial Zoning Districts and consideration of a draft ordinance
establishing interim standards for temporary signs in Commercial Zoning Districts (cont.
from the 6/28/95 public hearing meeting at the recommendation of staff).
Planner White presented the staff report. He informed the Commission that this item was a
direct result and product of the Sign Ordinance that was initiated by the City Council in the fall
of 1994. Planning staff went through the process of identifying a number of different issues
relating to -signage in the City (i.e., special event signs, open house sign, signs on major
arterials, antiquated sign programs, window and neon signs in the Village area). He indicated
that the Planning Commission held a number of work sessions and public meetings to discuss
these issues and also to work out alternatives or possible solutions to identified problems. Also,
the Commission met with the representatives of the business community, specifically with the
Chamber of Commerce and representatives of the Village Merchants. In June, the Planning
Commission directed staff to proceed with an ordinance amendment that is before the
Commission this evening. He recommended that the Commission review the draft ordinance
amr^�m and forward its recommendation to the City Council to adopt the ordinances.
Chairman Murakami asked staff clarification of Exhibit "A ", subsection (m)(5) Exceptions which
excludes the Village area from having temporary signs or banners. Planner White noted that
the Village area was involved in discussions. However, staff and the Commission tried in great
length to get some consensus from the Village business owners but that a consensus could not
be reached. Therefore, it was it upended that the Village be excluded from this amendment.
Commissioner Abshire noted that Exhibit "B" stipulates that the interim standards for the
Placement of temporary A -frame type signs would be in effect for a six month period. He asked
what would be the next action plan following the six month period. Planner White responded
that an assessment would need to be made following the six month period to determine how the
amendment was working or whether there were any complaints or concerns filed as a result of
permitting A -frame signs.
Commissioner Kaplan asked if each store front would be allowed to have two A -frame signs as
defined in Exhibit "B", Section Le) Planner White clarified that two A -frame signs would be
permitted for each store front. Commissioner Kaplan stated that she did not recall the approval
of two A -frame signs and indicated that she had trouble allowing one A -frame sign.
Chairman Murakami opened this item to public hearing at 10:18 p.m.
There was no one in attendance to speak on this item.
COMMISSIONERS ASFOUR/SIEGFRIFD MOVED TO CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING AT
10:19 P.M.
PLANNING COMMISSIO. MUTES
JULY 12, 1995
PAGE - 19 -
COMMISSIONERS SIEGFRIED /ABSHIRE MOVED TO APPROVE STAFF'S
RECOMMENDED DRAFT ORDINANCE AMENDMENTS AND TO FORWARD STAFF'S
RECOMMENDATION TO THE CITY COUNCIL. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0 WITH
COMMISSIONERS CALDWELL AND PATRICK ABS�.
8. AZO -954)04 - C1TY OF SARATOGA Consideration of a draft Ordinance ame ing
Chapter 15 -30 of the City Zoning Ordinance relating to the prohibition of signs
within the Public Right -of -Way (coat. from the 6128 /95 public hearing at the
recommendation of stem.
Planner VYtte presented the draft ordinance amendment regarding signs in public right -of-
ways. He that the proposed ordinance � would prohibit all signs ' the public right -of-
way with the lion of certain public notices, public safety signs house signs which
are permitted separate regulations in the existing sign Staff recommended that
the Commission view the draft ordinance and forward an recommendation to the
City Council. He that the City Attorney was evening and would answer
any questions of a le none relating to the draft .
Commissioner Siegfried as to the legalities of kind of a blanket restriction. City
Attorney Ri'back stated that on his research proposed amendment, he found that
so long as the ordinance is neutral, it is a ordinance. The City would not be able
to prohibit political signs nor any other This would be an invalid action which
would be viewed as a violation the first
Commissioner Kaplan asked why once signs would be exempt from the proposed
ordinance amendment. City Attorney clarified that open house signs are considered to
be directional and that they are not issues and because of that, they are taken out of the
content issue entirely.
Chairman Murakami asked clarification political signs. City Attorney Riback
confirmed that it would be ' to place political on utility poles or in the public right -of-
way.
Chairman Murakami this item to public hearing 10:25 p.m.
There were no SP
6= present to address this item.
'CO111MISSI0,14ERS KAPLANISIEGFRIED MOVED TO CLOS PUBLIC HEARING AT
10:26 P.M.
oner Kaplan stated that sbe was strongly opposed to an such as this one
felt that what makes a community operate was the fact ' can cmmunicate.
She Fsbe
that it was imperative that individuals know who is running for o She felt that a
'cal candidate with a limited budget would be put out of the political
Chairman Murakami stated that he felt that this proposed ordinance amendment was too
SARATOGA CITY COUNCIL
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY NO. Z (P (21
MEETING DATE: Oct. 4, 1995
ORIGINATING DEPT. Community Development
AGENDA ITEM
CITY MGR.
SUBJECT: Adoption of Modification to Nuisance Abatement Ordinance
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
Adopt ordinance modifying the City of Saratoga Nuisance Abatement
Ordinance.
REPORT SUMMARY:
At the April 11, 1995 Council study session, the City Manager
briefed the Council on the problem and limitations of the
existing nuisance abatement ordinance. Council directed staff to
move forward with a proposal to modify the existing ordinance.
Subsequently, staff drafted modifications and submitted the
proposal at the regular City Council meeting on Aug. 16, 1995.
During that meeting, Council requested that the presentation
format be changed. At the Sept. 20, 1995 City Council meeting
the changed ordinance was introduced. Adoption of the, modified
ordinance is the final step to enact the modifications.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The City will experience a substantial reduction in City Council,
City Attorney and staff time associated with nuisance abatement.
In cases when a nuisance has been declared, the City will recover
associated expenditures through the "Payment of Abatement Costs"
provision of the proposed ordinance.
ADVERTISING, NOTICING AND PUBLIC CONTACT:
None required.
CONSEQUENCES OF NOT ACTING ON THE RECOMMENDED MOTION:
The existing nuisance abatement procedure will continue to battle
administrative obstacles in the abatement of public nuisances.
FOLLOW UP ACTION:
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Enactment of the new ordinance in 30 days.
ATTACHMENTS:
1) Ordinance adopting modifications to the Saratoga City Code,
Article 3 -15
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SARATOGA CITf COUNCIL
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY NO. 2- W I AGENDA ITEM S
FETING DATE: OCTOBER 4, 1995 CITY XGR.:
ORIGINATING DEPT.: PUBLIC WORKS
DEPT. HEAD : 1516/,61/;
SUBJECT: Summary vacation of remaining portion of Esterlee Avenue
Recommend d Motion "01
Move to adopt the resolution
Esterlee Avenue.
Report Su mary:
sting the remaining portion of
The City has been requested by the owner of the sole property
fronting on what is known as Esterlee Avenue to abandon the street
for specific reasons authorized y the Streets & Highways Code.
The City Attorney has reviewed the request along with staff and has
determined that the criteria for summary abandonment are satisfied
and that the Council can act In the request by adopting the
attached resolution which he ha drafted. The resolution sets
forth the findings for causing a uam►ary abandonment of the street
and if adopted, would cause the r ining portion of Esterlee Ave.
to be absorbed by the abutting pr party owners.
Esterlee Avenue, formerly known as Sage Street, appears on the old
subdivision maps of Saratoga Village. As depicted on the maps, the
street was to connect Canyon View Drive to Springer Ave. However,
the street was never improved and at some point in time before the
City was incorporated, the eastern half of the street was formally
abandoned by the County of Santa Clara. The remaining western half
of the street abuts only one prop rty, and it is the owner of this
property who is requesting its andonment at this time.
All of the utility agencies w]
interest in preserving Esterlee
potential abandonment, and none
it. There are no existing or pla
street, the street has never bee
City has never expended any funds
property which could be served b
Canyon View Dr. In light of thi
the Council adopt the attached re
remaining portion of Esterlee Av
ich could potentially have any
Ave. have been notified of the
have expressed any opposition to
fined utility facilities along the
L utilized by the public, and the
to maintain the street. The one
the street has direct access to
se facts, it is recommended that
solution to summarily abandon the
P03
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Fiscal ImoactsI
1
6029220208 TO: 408 741 1132 PO4
The property owner requesting abai
reimbursed the City for all costs e
the request. Additionally, aband
the City's exposure to certain
unimproved streets, and may resul
the improved development potential
it absorbs the abandoned portion c
As stated, all utility agenc
abandonment request.
The street would not be abandon
compelled to approve the request.
status quo instead.
flow Up Actions:
The resolution will be recorded.
Attachments:
torment of the street has fully
isociated with the processing of
nment of the street may reduce
iabilities in connection with
in additional revenues due to
of the abutting property after
Esterlee Ave.
i
have been notified of the
The City Council is not
You may opt to maintain the
1. Resolution of summary abandonee t with exhibits.
2. Letters from utility agencies. (to be delivered Monday)
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SARATOGA CITY COUNCIL
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY NO. '2,� I D AGENDA ITEM
MEETING DATE: OCTOBER 4, 1995 CITY MGR.:
ORIGINATING DEPT.: PUBLIC WORKS DEPT. HEAD:
SUBJECT: Pierce Road Bridge Replacement (Capital Project No. 953) -
Award of Construction Contract
Recommended Motionls
1. Move to declare Jones Bros., Inc. of San Jose to be the lowest
responsible bidder on the project.
2. Move to award a construction contract to Jones Bros., Inc. in
the amount of $411,694.
3. Move to authorize staff to execute change orders to the contract
up to $25,000.
Report Summary:
Sealed bids for the Pierce Road Bridge Replacement (Capital Project
No. 953), were opened on September 28. A total of three
contractors submitted bids for the work and a summary of the bids
received is attached. Jones Bros., Inc. of San Jose submitted the
lowest bid of $411,694 which, although is 30.4% above the
Engineer's Estimate of $315,760, appears to be a fair price for the
work to be completed. Staff believes that the Engineer's Estimates
for structural concrete work (Bid items 8, 9 and 15) are too low
and do not reflect accurate costs for this type of work.
Consequently, the Engineer's Estimate is not a good measure of the
reasonableness of the bid in this case and should be discounted.
Staff has carefully checked the low bid along with the listed
references and has determined that the bid is responsive to the
Notice Inviting Sealed Bids dated September 6 and that it meets all
of the requirements for federal -aid contracting. Therefor, it is
recommended that the Council declare Jones Bros., Inc. to be the
lowest responsible bidder on the project, and award the attached
construction contract to this firm in the amount of $411,694.
Further, it is recommended that the Council authorize staff to
execute change orders to the contract up to an amount of $25,000 to
cover any unforeseen circumstances or quantity increases which may
arise during the course of the work.
Fiscal Impacts•
The adopted budget for Capital Project No. 953 is $338,750, of
which $326,750 is programmed for construction. Funding for the
project is through the federal HBRR Program which will reimburse
the City 80% of eligible construction and construction management
costs. The remaining 20% of project costs is funded through a
local match.
Staff estimates that the total cost to complete the project will be
$450,000, or $111,250 more than what exists in the adopted budget.
On Monday of this week, staff submitted a request to the FHwA for
a supplemental appropriation of HBRR funds to cover the additional
amount and received confirmation yesterday from Caltrans that the
request was approved. This means that1while the City will receive
an additional $89,000 in HBRR revenues for the project, an
additional $22,250 in local matching funds must be provided.
According to the Finance Director, the Gas Tax Fund (Fund 14) has
sufficient funds within it to support the additional local match
requirement. If the Council approves the award of the construction
contract, a resolution will be prepared for your next meeting to
amend the budget by reflecting the additional revenues and
authorizing the additional expenditures for the project.
Advertising, Noticing and Public Contact:
Nothing additional.
Consequences of Not Acting on the Recommended Motions:
Jones Bros., Inc. will not be declared the lowest responsible
bidder and a construction contract will not be awarded to that
firm. The Council may make specific findings to declare another
bidder to be the lowest responsible bidder, or reject all of the
bids and direct staff to re -bid the entire project. However, staff
does not believe that a significantly lower bid will be obtained by
re- bidding the project to warrant doing so. If the project were
re -bid, it would eliminate any possibility of completing the
project this year.
Follow Up Actions:
The contract will be executed
Notice to Proceed. Work will
and be complete by the end of
Attachments:
1. Bid Summary.
2. Construction Contract.
and the contractor will be issued a
most likely begin within two weeks
the year.
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CITY OF SARATOGA
SANTA CLARA COUNTY, CALIFORNIA
CONTRACT FOR PUBLIC WORKS CONSTRUCTION
PIERCE ROAD BRIDGE REPLACEMENT
CAPITAL PROJECT NO. 953
FEDERAL PROJECT NO. BRLS- 5332(MT)
THIS CONTRACT, made this 4th day of October, 1995, by and between
the City of Saratoga, a Municipal Corporation, in Santa Clara
County, California, hereinafter called the City, and
Jones Bros., Inc.
hereinafter called the Contractor.
WITNESSETH:
WHEREAS, the City has caused to be prepared in the manner prescribed
by law, plans, specifications and other contract documents, for
the work herein described and shown and has approved and adopted
these contract documents, specifications and plans and has caused
to be published in the manner and for the time required by law, a
Notice Inviting Sealed Bids for doing the work in accordance with
the terms of this Contract, and
WHEREAS, the Contractor in response to said Notice has submitted to
the City a sealed bid proposal accompanied by a bid guaranty in an
amount not less than ten percent (10 %) of the amount bid for the
construction of all of the proposed work in accordance with the
terms of this Contract, and
WHEREAS, the City, in the manner prescribed by law, has publicly
opened, examined and canvassed the bids submitted and as a result
has determined and declared the Contractor to be the lowest
responsible bidder and has duly awarded to the Contractor a
contract for all of the work and for the sum or sums named in the
bid proposal and in this Contract.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE PARTIES AGREE AS FOLLOWS:
ARTICLE I.- WORK TO BE DONE:
That the Contractor shall provide all necessary labor, machinery,
tools, apparatus and other means of construction; shall furnish all
materials, superintendence and overhead expenses of whatever nature
necessary to construct all of the improvements for the City of
Saratoga in conformity with the plans, specifications and other
contract documents and according to such instructions as may be
given by the Saratoga Director of Public Works or his authorized
agent.
17
ARTICLE II. CONTRACT PRICES
Except as provided in Section IV B of the Specifications ( "Changes
and Extra Work "), the City shall pay the Contractor according to
the prices stated in the bid proposal submitted by the Contractor,
which shall include all applicable taxes, for complete performance
of the work.
The Contractor hereby agrees to accept such payment as full
compensation for all materials and appliances necessary to complete
the work; for all loss or damage arising from the work or from
action of the elements, or from any unforeseen obstruction or
difficulties which may be encountered in the prosecution of the
work; incurred in and in consequence of the suspension or
discontinuance of the work; as hereby specified; for all liabili-
ties and other insurance; for all fees or royalties or other ex-
penses on account of any patent or patents; for all overhead and
other expenses incident to the work and expected profits; and for
well and faithfully performing and completing the work within the
time frame specified in the Notice to Proceed, all according to the
contract plans and specifications, the details and instructions,
and the requirements of the City.
ARTICLE III. PARTS OF THE CONTRACT:
That the complete contract document consists of the following:
1. Notice Inviting Sealed Bids
2. Bid Proposal
3. Bidder's Bond or Bid Guaranty
4. Contract for Public Works
Construction
5. Hold Harmless Clause
6. Performance Bond
7. Labor and Material Bond
8. Plans
9. Specifications
10. Insurance Certificates
.11. Prevailing Wage Rates
12. City of Saratoga DBE
Requirements
In case of any conflict between this Contract and any other part of
the contract, this Contract shall be binding.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the City has caused its corporate name to be
hereunto subscribed and its corporate seal to be hereunto affixed
by its City Manager and its City Clerk thereunto duly authorized
and the Contractor has executed these presents the day and year
hereinabove written.
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AWARDED BY CITY COUNCIL:
Date: 10/4/95
ATTEST:
City Clerk
The foregoing Contract is
approved as to form this
day of ,
19
City Attorney
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CITY OF SARATOGA:
CONTRACTOR:
By
Title
License No.
Tax ID or SSN
01
SARATOGA CITY COUNCIL
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY NO. 26oR
MEETING DATE: October 4, 1995
ORIGINATING DEPT. FINANCE
SUBJECT: 1995/96 BUDGET AMENDMENTS
AGENDA ITEM 3
CITY MGR.
Recommended Motion(s): Approve resolution amending the Fiscal Year
1995/96 Budget.
Report Summary: Attached is a resolution amending the 1995/96
Budget to provide authority for payment of prior year "roll over"
expenditures (i.e., anticipated to be incurred by the end of FY
1994/95, but were not). Also included with the resolution are a
Budget Resolution Supporting Worksheet and Resolutions Approved
schedule for your consideration.
The resolution amends the 1995/96 Budget and authorizes payment of
two "roll over" invoices. These invoices were recently submitted
by vendors to the Public Works department and should conclude the
commitments made by the City in the prior year. A complete
description of invoiced costs are provided in the resolution and
supporting worksheet.
The resolution will appropriate monies from the undesignated fund
balance. The impact of approving this appropriation reduces the
General Fund balance by $35,857.000. There is adequate fund
balance to cover these expenditures and no use of contingency
monies is required. It is important to note that Council
previously approved resolutions appropriating $98,256.00 from
undesignated fund balance. Approval of the above action will bring
that total to $134,113.00. As has been mentioned previously,
preliminary audit results indicate a $240,000.00 improvement in
General Fund revenue over expense for last year when compared to
the estimate used in the 1995/96 Budget. This improvement
increases the General Fund balance available for appropriation.
Fiscal Impacts: Overall expenditures increase by $35,857.00.
Specific changes by Fund are as follows:
Fund Revenues Expenditures
01- General Fund $ .00 $ 35,857.00
Follow Up Actions: None.
1
Consequences of Not Acting on the Recommended Motions: Outstanding
vendor invoices may not be paid, subjecting the City to potential
liability.
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Budget Resolution Number 95 — 30._
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Amount:
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Source of Funding:
General Fund:
Undesignated fund balance
Total
Program & Account:
General Fund:
Equipment ops— Replacement
Projects — Contracts
Total
Contingency Fund Reserve:
Balance before resolution
Effect of this resolution
Remaining Fund
City of Saratoga
Budget Resolution Supporting Worksheet
Revenues
Expenditures
Ref.
01 0000 2010 #1 &2
09/27/95
$0.00
$35,857.00
$35,857.00
$35,857.00
01 8082 6785 #1 34,562.00
01 4510 8505 #2 1,295.00
$35,857.00
$200,000
$0
$200,000
General Fund Reserves:
---------------------------
Adopted Budget Year End Balance $2,148,000
Reserve Requirement (greater of 25% of revised budget or $2,000,000) $2,000,000
Change due to this resolution ($35,857)
Comments:
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#1 To appropriate monies from the undesignated fund balance foe "roll over" expenditures
anticipated in the FY 1994/95, but not payable until FY 1995/96. Expenditures are for
truck cab and chasis on replacement vehicles 45 & 53. Note: Council previously approved
replacement of bodies for these vehicles. This action completes the vehicle purchase.
#2 To appropriate monies from the undesignated fund balance for "roll over" expenditures
anticipated in the FY 1994/95, but not payable until FY 1995/96. Expenditures are for
7 additional survey monuments for Capital Project #8505. Note: Council previously
approved 35 survey monuments relative to this project. This action completes the project.
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City of Saratoga 09/27/95
Resolutions Approved
Fiscal YE 6/30/96
Total $7,268,557.00 $3,269,981.00 $0.00 $10,538,538.00 $0.00 $0:00 $10,538,538.01
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Appropriat.
Operating
General
Intragov
Total
Capital
for Gen. Fund
Grand
EXPENDITURES:
Programs
Government
Services
Operations
Projects
Contingency
Total
Budget
$7,679,903.00
$987,509.00
$697,171.00
$9,364,583.00
$1,067,530.00
$200,000.00
$10,632,113.01
Res# 95- 30.03
44,858.00
(5,200.00)
52,066.00
91,724.00
(92,135.00)
(411.01
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------
$7,724,761.00
$982,309.00
$749,237.00
$9,456,307.00
$975,395.00
$200,000.00
$10,631,702.01
Appropriat.
Use of
for Gen. Fund
Grand
REVENUES:
General
Restricted
Total
Fund Balances
Contingency
Total
Budget
$7,267,757.00
$3,269,981.00
$10,537,738.00
$0.00
$0.00
$10,537,738.01
Res# 95 -30.03
800.00
800.00
800.01
Total $7,268,557.00 $3,269,981.00 $0.00 $10,538,538.00 $0.00 $0:00 $10,538,538.01
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SARATOGA CITY COUNCIL
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY NO. -2,4,, D0
MEETING DATE: October 4, 1995
ORIGINATING DEPT.: PUBLIC WORKS
AGENDA ITEM
CITY MGR.: r
DEPT. HEAD:
SUBJECT: Final Map Approval for SD 94 -002 (14120 Saratoga Avenue)
Recommended Motion(s):
1. Move to adopt Resolution No. SD 94 -002 granting final map
approval of Tentative Map Application No. SD 94 -002 for two lots at
14120 Saratoga Avenue.
2. Move to authorize the Mayor to execute the Subdivision
Improvement Agreement.
3. Move to authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement
waiving the right of the property owner to protest annexation into
a future assessment district formed for the purpose of
undergrounding utilities.
Report Summary: Attached is Resolution No. SD 94 -002 which, if
adopted, will grant ,final map approval for two lots located at
14120 Saratoga Avenue. I have examined the final map and related
documents submitted to me in accordance with the provisions of
Section 14.40.020 of the Municipal Code and have determined that:
1. The final map substantially complies with the approved
tentative map.
2. All conditions of the approved tentative map, as contained
in Planning Commission Resolution No. SD 94 -002, have been
completed or will be completed concurrent with development
of the two lots.
3. The Subdivision Map Act, the City's Subdivision Ordinance
and all other applicable provisions of law have been
complied with.
4. The final map is technically correct.
Consequently, I have executed the City Engineer's certificate on
the final map and have filed the final map with the City Clerk
pursuant to Section 14.40.040 of the Municipal Code for action by
the City Council.
Fiscal Impacts: The subdivider has paid $2,790.32 in Engineering
fees and $8,160 in Park Development fees required for this
subdivision.
Follow Up Actions: The signed map will be released to the
subdivider's Title Company for recordation along with recording
instructions.
Consequences of Not Acting on the Recommended Motions: The final
map must either be approved or rejected by the City Council. If
the map is rejected, it would be returned to the subdivider with
findings as to why the map was rejected.
Attachments:
1. Resolution No. SD 94 -002 granting final map approval.
2. Subdivision Improvement Agreement.
3. Agreement waiving right to protest annexation into a future
assessment district formed for the purpose of undergrounding
utilities.
4. Planning Commission Resolution No. SD 94 -002 approving the
tentative map with conditions.
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__ RESOLUTION NO. SD 94 -002
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SARATOGA
APPROVING THE FINAL MAP OF SD 94 -002
14120 SARATOGA AVENUE (GLENROCK BUILDERS, INC.)
The City Council of the City of Saratoga hereby resolves as
follows:
SECTION 1: Parcels 1 - 2 as shown on that certain Parcel Map
prepared by MacKay & Somps Engineers, dated April,
1995, and filed with the City Clerk of the City of
Saratoga on September 20, 1995, are approved as TWO
(2) individual parcels.
SECTION 2: All streets and easements shown on said map and
offered for dedication to public use are hereby
rejected on behalf of the public, save and except
for public utility easements; and to the limited
extent that any offers for public street purposes
either expressly or implicitly include offers for
easements for utility purposes along or beneath said
street rights of way, then as to such express or
implied offers of easements for public utility
purposes, the same are hereby accepted on behalf of
the public.
The above and foregoing resolution was passed and adopted by the
Saratoga City Council at a meeting held on the 20th day of
September, 1995, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
ATTEST:
Deputy City Clerk
Mayor
REPORT TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION
Application No. /Location: SD -94 -002, V -94 -003, DR -94 -011, DR -94 -012
14120 Saratoga Avenue
Applicant/ Owner: Lester /Von Dorsten
Staff Planner: Paul Kermoyan
Date: October 26, 1994
APN : 397-24-052 Director Approval:
&IF I.
or
REPORT TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION
Application No./Location: SD -94 -002, V -94 -003, DR -94 -011, DR -94 -012
14120 Saratoga Avenue
Applicant/ Owner: Lester /Von Dorsten
Staff Planner: Paul Rermoyan
Date: October 26, 1994
APN: 397-24-052 Director Approval:
F
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have set their hand the
day and year first above written.
ATTEST:
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
City Attorney
CITY OF SARATOGA, a Municipal Corporation
By:
By:
By:
Mayor
Subdivider
(Owner, if different from
Subdivider)
RESOLUTION.NO. SD -94 -002
RESOLUTION APPROVING TENTATIVE MAP OF
Leland Lester; 14120 Saratoga Avenue
APN 397 -24 -052
WHEREAS, application has been made to the Advisory Agency
under the Subdivision Map Act of the State of California and under
the Subdivision Ordinance of the City of Saratoga, for Tentative
Parcel Map approval of two (2) lots, all as more particularly set
forth in File No. SD -94 -002 of this City; and
WHEREAS, this Advisory Agency hereby finds that the proposed
subdivision, together with the provisions for its design and
improvement, is consistent with the Saratoga General Plan and with
all speciiic.plans relating thereto, and the proposed subdivision
and land use is compatible with the objectives, policies and
general land use and programs specified in such General Plan,
reference to the Staff Memorandum /Report dated 4/12/95 being hereby
made for further particulars; and
WHEREAS, none of the.conditions set forth in Government Code
Sections 66474 (a) - (g) and 66474.6 exist with respect to said
subdivision, and tentative approval should be granted in accord
with conditions as hereinafter set forth; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has conducted a duly noticed
public hearing at which time all interested parties were given a
full opportunity to be heard and to present evidence;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the tentative map for the
hereinafter described subdivision, which map is dated March 1994,
and revised February 1, 1995 and marked Exhibit "A" in the
hereinabove referred file, be and the same is hereby conditionally
approved. The conditions of said approval are as follows:
1. Prior to submittal of the Final Map to the City Engineer for
Completed by Surveyor. examination, the owner (applicant) shall cause the property to
be surveyed by a Licensed Land Surveyor or an authorized Civil
Engineer. The submitted map shall show the existence of a
monument at all external property corner locations, either
found or set. The submitted map shall also show monuments set
at each new corner location, angle point, or as directed by"
the Public Works Director, all in conformity with the
Subdivision Map Act and the Professional Land Surveyors Act.
Completed. 2. The owner (applicant) shall submit four (4) copies of a Final
Map in substantial conformance with the approved Tentative
Map, along with the additional documents required by Section
14- 40.020 of the Municipal Code, to the Public Works Director
for examination. The Final Map shall contain all of the
information required in Section 14- 40.030 of the Municipal
Code and shall be accompanied by the following items:
a. One copy of map checking calculations.
File No. SD -94 -002; 14120 Saratoga Avenue
b. Preliminary Title Report for the property dated within
ninety (90) days of the date of submittal for the Final
Map.
C. One copy of each map referenced on the Final Map.
d. One copy of each document /deed referenced on the Final
Map.
e. One copy of any other map, document, deed, easement or
other resource that will facilitate the examination
process as requested by the City Engineer.
Fees Paid.
3. The owner. (applicant) shall pay a Map Checking fee, as
determined by the City Engineer, at the time of submittal of
the Final Map for examination.
Monument Bond Posted.
4. Interior monuments shall be set at each lot corner either
prior to recordation of the Final Map or some later date to be
specified on the Final Map. If the owner (applicant) chooses
to defer the setting of interior monuments to a specified
later date, then sufficient security as determined by the
Public Works Director shall be furnished prior to Final Map
approval, to guarantee the setting of interior monuments.
All easements offered
5. The owner (applicant) shall provide Irrevocable Offers of
Dedication for all required easements and /or rights -of -way on
On Final Map.
the Final Map, in substantial conformance with the approved
Tentative Map, prior to Final Map approval.
Plans submitted and
6 • The owner (applicant) shall submit engineered improvement
approved.
plans to the Public Works Director in conformance with the
approved Tentative Map and in accordance with the design and
improvement requirements of Chapter 14 of the Municipal Code.
The improvement plans shall be reviewed and approved by the
Public Works Director and the appropriate officials from other
public agencies having jurisdictional authority, including
public and private utility providers, prior to approval of the
Final Map.
a. An A.C. pathway shall be constructed along the frontage
of the property.
Fees paid.
7. The owner (applicant) shall pay an Improvement Plan Checking
fee, as determined by the Public Works Director, at the time
Improvement Plans are submitted for review.
Agreement signed.
8. The owner (applicant) shall enter into an Improvement
Agreement with the City in accordance with Section 14- 60.010
of the Municipal Code prior to Final Map approval.
All securities provided.
9. The owner (applicant) shall furnish Improvement Securities in
accordance with Section 14- 60.020 of the Municipal Code in the
File No. SD -94 -002; 14120 Saratoga Avenue
manner and amounts determined by the Public Works Director
prior to Final Map approval.
Insurance provided.
10. The owner (applicant) shall furnish a written indemnity
agreement and proof of insurance coverage, in accordance with
Section 14- 05.050 of the Municipal Code_ prior to Final Map
approval.
All : utility commitments
11. Prior to Final Map approval, the owner (applicant) shall
provided.
furnish the Public Works Director with satisfactory written
commitments from all public and private utility providers
serving, the subdivision guaranteeing the completion of all
required utility improvements.
None required.
12. The owner (applicant) shall secure all necessary permits from
the City and any other public agencies, including public and
private utility providers, prior to Final Map approval.
Fees paid.
13. The owner (applicant) shall pay the applicable Park and
Recreation fee prior to Final Map approval.
Acknowledged.
14. Subdivision construction hours shall be restricted between
7:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, except in the
event of an emergency which imperils public safety. The
Public Works Director may grant an exemption upon his /her
determination of an emergency. No construction work shall be
permitted on legal holidays.
Agreement signed.
15. Prior to Final Map Approval, the owner (applicant) shall enter
into an agreement with the City waiving the rights of the
owner, and any successive owners, to protest the formation of
and /or anexation into an assessment district for the purposes
of under ngrounding utility lines serving the properties.
Acknowledged.
16. All public and private improvements required for the project
shall be completed and accepted for construction by the City
Engineer, Community Development Director, and /or the
appropriate officials from other public agencies, including
public and private utility providers, prior to final approval
of any Building permits on any of the lots.
Acknowledged.
17. Prior to issuance of any building permits for any of the two
(2) lots:
* The Final Map shall be recorded with the County recorders
office.
* The West Valley Sanitation District shall review and
approve the improvement plans. Several conditions which
shall be met prior to approval by their office will
include the following:
a. All on -site building sewer laterals will be
File No. SD -94 -002; 14120 Saratoga Avenue
maintained by the property owners from the points
of origin to the connections at the 6" diameter
main sewer line.
b. Treatment plant capacity fees in the approximate
amount of $2,200 (for both lots) are due to their
office.
C. Prior to the issuance of any building or plumbing
permits by the City of Saratoga, sanitary sewer
connection permits must be obtained from their
office. The cost of each permit is approximately
$400.
Acknowledged. 18. Prior to the issuance of any Demolition Permit:
* The house shall be documented by the Heritage
Preservation Commission.
* A Final Map application shall be submitted to the Public
Works Director.
* Six (6) foot tall chain link or welded wire mesh
protective fencing shall be placed around all Ordinance -
protected trees under the dripline. Staff shall inspect
the site to ensure compliance.
Ai'know-ledged
19.
Domestic water shall be supplied by San Jose Water Company per
,
the Santa Clara County Environmental Health Services Land
Development Report.
Acknowledged.
20.
Site drainage shall be directed to the proposed storm drains
and all existing wells on site, if any, shall be abandoned per
Santa Clara Valley Water District standards.
Acknowledged.
21.
The owner (applicant) shall upgrade the public water main and
install one (1) fire hydrant as determined by the Saratoga
Fire District.
Complete.
22.
The owner (applicant) shall revise the Tentative Map to be
consistent with the driveway approach identified on Exhibit
"B ". An ingress and egress easement shall be recorded on
Parcel 2, allowing ingress and egress rights to the owner of
Parcel 1. No other direct access onto Saratoga Avenue shall
be allowed.
Acknowledged.
23.
Future development on Parcel 1 shall require Design Review
approval and shall be limited to single story structures (not
to exceed 22 feet in height) . The building site shall be left
in a natural state until the applicants /owners receive Design
Review approval. An appropriate building site shall be
determined at that time, based on current Zoning Ordinance
regulations and City policy.
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Acknowledged.
24. The Design Review application for Parcel 1 shall include a
landscape plan which identifies the placement of native trees
(preferably oak), bushes and ground cover located
approximately 10 to 15 feet beyond the public right -of -way
(within the parcel's boundary).
Acknowledged.
25. Design review approval shall only be granted upon finding that
the proposed structure is compatible in terms of scale and
design with the existing adjacent residences, that it is in
conformance with the City's Residential Design Guidelines and
that all of the necessary Design Review findings can be made.
A development proposal shall conform with current zoning and
building regulations.
Acknowledged.
26. The Heritage Preservation Commission shall review the design
plans for Parcel 1 prior to Planning Commission public
hearing.
Acknowledged.
27. Pursuant to the City Arborist' s report dated April 11, 1994,
an Arborist inspection shall occur for Parcel 1 to determine
the impacts on trees relative to construction. The Arborist's
recommendations shall be incorporated as conditions of Design
Review approval.
Submitted and approved.
28. Prior to Final Map approval, the applicant shall submit the
following for Community Development Director review and
approval:
* A revised landscape plan clearly showing that the
proposed pedestrian walkway is located within the 10 foot
public right -of -way (from the curb to the property line
of Parcel 1).
Acknowledged : .
29. No ordinance protected trees shall be removed without first
obtaining a tree removal permit.
Acknowledged.
30. All building and construction related activities shall adhere
to New Development and Construction - Best Management
Practices as adopted by the City for the purpose of preventing
storm water pollution.
Acknowledged.
31. The owner (applicant) shall, upon the City's request, defend,
indemnify and hold the City and its officers, boards, commis-
sions, employees and volunteers harmless from and against any
claim, action or proceeding to attack, set aside, void or
annul this approval, or any of the proceedings, acts or
determinations taken, done or made prior to such approval,
which is brought within the time specified in Section 14-
85.060 of the Municipal Code. If a defense is requested, the
City shall give prompt notice to the applicant of any such
claim, action or proceeding, and shall cooperate fully in the
defense thereof. Nothing herein shall prevent the City from
participating in the defense, but in such event, the City
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shall pay its own attorney's fees and costs.
Acknowledged. 32. Noncompliance with any of the conditions of this permit shall
constitute a violation of the permit. Because it is impossi-
ble to estimate damages the City could incur due to the
violation, liquidated damages of $250 shall be payable to this
City per each day of the violation.
Section 1. Applicant shall sign the agreement to these
conditions within 30 days of the passage of this resolution or said
resolution shall be void.
Section 2. Conditions must be completed within 24 months or
approval will expire.
Section 3. All applicable requirements of the State, County,
City and other Governmental entities must be met.
Section 4. Unless appealed pursuant to the requirements of
Article 15 -90 of the Saratoga City Code, this Resolution shall
become effective fifteen (15) days from the date of adoption.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City of Saratoga Planning Commis-
sion, State of California, this 12th day of April, 1995, by the
following vote:
AYES: Commissioners Caldwell, Asfour, Kaplan & Murakami
NOES: None
ABSENT: Commissioners Abshire, Patrick Siegfried
Chairman, Pla ing Co ission
ATTEST:
Secretalry, Plannin4 Commission
The foregoing conditions are hereby accepted.
Signature of Applicant Date