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SARATOGA CITY COUNCIL
SPECIAL MEETING
MARCH 9, 2020
6:00 PM COMMISSION ORGANIZATION AND WORK PLAN
STUDY SESSION
S. Ku Hall, Saratoga Senior Center | 19655 Allendale Avenue, Saratoga, CA 95070
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS ON NON-AGENDIZED ITEMS
Any member of the public will be allowed to address the City Council for up to three (3) minutes
on matters not on this Agenda. The law generally prohibits the Council from discussing or taking
action on such items. However, the Council may instruct Staff accordingly.
Times below are approximate. Items may be heard earlier or later than estimated.
6:00 PM Dinner
6:15 PM Library Commission Work Plan
Recommended Action:
Discuss Commission Work Plan, rules of procedures, and Commission
relationships.
6:45 PM Parks and Recreation Commission Work Plan
Recommended Action:
Discuss Commission Work Plan, rules of procedures, and Commission
relationships.
7:15 PM Traffic Safety Commission Work Plan
Recommended Action:
Discuss Commission Work Plan, rules of procedures, and Commission
relationships.
7:45 PM
8:15 PM
Heritage Preservation Commission Work Plan
Recommended Action:
Discuss Commission Work Plan, rules of procedures, and Commission
relationships.
Planning Commission Work Plan
Recommended Action:
Discuss Commission Work Plan, rules of procedures, and Commission
relationships.
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CITY OF SARATOGA
Memorandum
To:Mayor Miller & Members of the Saratoga City Council
From:Crystal Bothelio, Assistant City Manager
Date:March 9, 2020
Subject:Library Commission Work Plan
In 2020, the Library Commission proposes to focus on the following list of items. The proposed work
plan in detail is included as Attachment A.
1.Support library events and programs
2.Promote library events and programs; engage in information sharing with library and public
3.Identify continuing opportunities to partner with other local events and organizations,
including West Valley College
4.Help increase the number of residents with library cards
Since the 2019 Commission Work Plan Study Session, the Library Commission has provided insights
on Library programing, continued collaboration with West Valley College through the Coral Reef
Crochet Project, and developed recommended changes to the Commission’s responsibilities, duties,
and relationships as requested by the City Council.
Current Membership:
Name Term End
Eric Lewis 9/30/2020
Steven White, Monte Sereno Representative 9/30/2021
Robert Gulino, Chair 9/30/2021
Christina Meiser, Vice Chair 9/30/2022
Vacant 9/30/2023
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ATTACHMENT A: PROPOSED 2020 LIBRARY COMMISSION WORK PLAN
KEY POINTS OF WORK PLAN
1. Support library events and programs
2. Promote library events and programs; engage in information sharing with library and public
3. Identify continuing opportunities to partner with other local events and organizations,
including West Valley College
4. Help increase the number of residents with library cards
TOPICS IN DETAIL
1. Support library events and programs
a) Attend library events as Commissioners and/or participants (eg, Silicon Valley Reads
programs, trivia events, etc.)
b) Volunteer to assist library staff at library events (for example, Junior Achievement)
c) Volunteer at outreach programs (eg, Saturday Farmers Market, Movie Nights,
Blossom Festival) to increase number of card holders
d) Invite the City Council to and share information about library and Library
Commission programs, events, and activities with the City Council
2. Promote library events and programs; engage in Information sharing with the library
and the public
a) Spread awareness via our networks of library events and offerings and encourage
attendance (for example, post in Nextdoor Saratoga, post on Facebook page, tell our
Book Clubs, etc.)
b) Brainstorm with Director of County Library Communication and Marketing on ways
to promote Library events and programs
c) Write an article for Saratoga Source (monthly e-newsletter) or Saratoga Newspaper
to feature library program(s)
d) Provide recommendations to library staff at Commission meetings. This would
include ideas for programs that our community is interested in (eg, 3D printing); new
trends, and upcoming community events where outreach might occur
e) Attend annual Friends and Commissioner forum
f) Interact with other County Library Commissions and JPA, when appropriate
g) Work with Friends of the Saratoga Libraries to promote and cross promote events
and activities
3. Identify continuing opportunities to partner with other local events and organizations,
including West Valley College
4. Help increase the number of residents with library cards
a) Volunteer at outreach programs
b) Target Monte Sereno residents
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CITY OF SARATOGA
Memorandum
To:Mayor Miller & Members of the Saratoga City Council
From:Kristin Borel, Public Works Analyst
Date:March 9, 2020
Subject:Parks and Recreation Commission Work Plan
The Parks and Recreation Commission meets every other month and last met on January 14, 2020.
The Commission reviewed their work plan at that meeting and has one new project addition.
Parks and Recreation Commission (PRC) Objectives For 2019-2020
To build stronger community relations and gathering all Saratoga residents by hosting events
at City parks.
To build stronger community relations by engaging community members in hosted events,
dialogues, and activities by the city.
To continue promoting a healthy lifestyle by informing residents about park and trail locations
and amenities.
Proposed Ongoing Activities
Project Name Objective Tasks
Movie Night To build stronger community
relations between the City of
Saratoga and the community
and gathering residents by
hosting events at City parks.
Continue outdoor movie
night series in the summer of
2020
Age Friendly Communities To provide inclusive, age-
friendly opportunities for
social interaction and
equitable access to parks.
Continue to organize walking
groups; Create virtual parks
for less mobile residents; And
organize afternoon movies at
Civic Theater. Continue to
work with volunteer to
produce drone videos of all
the City parks.
Let’s Work! Volunteer
Program
To continue promoting a
healthy lifestyle and
engaging community
members about new parks
and trails in Saratoga.
Continue to coordinate the
volunteer program at Quarry
Park and to help the City
advance its effort to extend
the existing trails.5
Historic Plaque Program for
City Parks
Create plaques for City parks
that describes the history of
the park location or name.
Work with Historical
Foundation to research park
locations and local history.
Ongoing Park Survey (New)Gather feedback to help
make better decisions about
park amenities and
improvements.
Create survey and link survey
to website and add link on
park signage. Work with staff
on channels for survey
promotion via Facebook and
at City events.
Below are line items the PRC would like to continue to work on.
Community Outreach – Assist and contribute to city events including Blossom Festival,
Arbor Day, State of the City, etc. prepare informational pamphlets. These pamphlets will be
distributed to residents and members of the public to increase awareness of parks, trails,
and recreational activities. Continue to provide feedback to Council.
Budget Request
The Parks & Recreation Commission would like to request an additional budget allocation for the
FY 20-21 of $1,500 to cover the cost of two bronze plaques for the Historic Plaque Program. The
Commission anticipates that it can research and design two plaques each year.
Notable Accomplishments in 2019
Successfully hosted three Movie Nights at El Quito Park, with an average attendance of
approximately 400 people each.
Analyzed information from community members during the discussion of park improvements
and revitalization, especially Wildwood Park.
Let’s Work Program had another successful year in helping clean and maintain Quarry Park. It
has drawn over 70 volunteers, young and old to participate in these events.
Commissioners reviewed the park design for Friendship Park then worked with the Historical
Foundation and proposed the name “Friendship Park”.
Current Commission Membership:
Name Term Ending Eligible for Reappointment
Ping Li 9/30/2021 No
Sandy Muju 9/30/2020 Yes
Renee Paquier 9/30/2023 No
Rick Pearce 9/30/2021 No
Terence Ward 9/30/2020 No
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Commission Duties/Purpose
Resolution No. 432 – Powers & Duties:
The powers of the Parks and Recreation Commission are advisory only and it shall render all reports
and recommendations directly to the City Council, unless otherwise directed by the Council. The
Commission does not constitute a planning agency with the terms and meaning of Government Code
Section 65100 of the State of California. The Commissions' powers and duties, in such advisory
capacity to the City Council, shall include the following:
(a) to recommend a parks and recreation program, and the programming and implementation
thereof, to the Council;
(b) advise the Council specifically on design, use, development, financing, care and maintenance of
parks and playgrounds; landscaping along thoroughfares and other City streets; walkways, pathways,
equestrian paths, streambeds, protection and promulgation of trees, and such other matters as may
be requested by the Council.
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CITY OF SARATOGA
Memorandum
To:Mayor Miller & Members of the Saratoga City Council
From:Mainini Cabute,Public Works Staff
Date:March 09, 2020
Subject:Traffic Safety Commission (TSC)Work Plan
The City of Saratoga Traffic Safety Commission proposes the following work plan for 2020:
Investigate, review and analyze traffic safety issues raised by community members.
Refine the TSC process so that it continues to be more efficient and effective.
Provide a respectful space where community members are able to seek solutions for traffic safety
concerns.
Establish a Safe Routes to School Plan and implement throughout the year.
Promote education to the community and schools regarding traffic, bicycle and pedestrian safety,
through public meetings.
Review projects on the Capital Improvement Project list and prioritize for funding.
2019 Summary:
In 2019, the Traffic Safety Commission directed staff to develop the Traffic Safety Concern (TSC)
form for residents to complete if they have traffic safety concerns in Saratoga. The new online form
has improved the community submittal process because it guides community members to provide
traffic safety specific information.
The Traffic Safety Commission has regular meetings every other month beginning in January,
resulting in six regular meetings each year. In 2019, TSC held a total of nine meetings, three of which
were special meetings,to discuss meeting efficiencies and the Safe Routes to School plan.
The traffic safety concerns reviewed by the TSC vary and include speeding, sight distance issues,
crosswalk safety, restricted parking, and pedestrian and bicyclist safety.The TSC gives
recommendations to the City on how to resolve the traffic safety issues. Often times, the
recommendation requires changes to the street or intersection to improve safety.Sometimes the
recommendations involve a simple striping project or sign installation, while others require a more
significant change, such as lighted crosswalks, speed tables, or permanent radar feedback signs.
Simple projects such as striping can take six to nine months to complete due to project prioritizing.
Projects requiring changes in infrastructure might take two years due to budget constraints.
In recent years, the TSC has reviewed traffic safety concerns that require more comprehensive
solutions. This is mostly because these same streets have already been reviewed in previous years
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and the incremental improvements have already been implemented but the traffic safety issues
have not been completely resolved. Recent examples of items that have required comprehensive
solutions include Sobey Road, Glen Brae Drive and the installment of bike sharrows on Big Basin
Way. All streets were evaluated, plans were developed, and improvements were implemented
throughout the corridors in 2019. The table on Attachment A shows the 2019 traffic safety
recommendations. (Note: The matrix does not include neighborhood sight distance/vegetation
trimmings, directed enforcement requests, and items that resulted in no action.) Items identified as
In progress will be implemented through a road markings contract after July 1, 2020 or waiting on
additional resources.
TRAFFIC SAFETY COMMISSION
CURRENT MEMBERSHIP
First Name Last Name Term Ending Elig. for Reappointment Special Qualifications
Belal Aftab (Chair)12/31/2022 Yes
Ray Cosyn 12/31/2022 Yes
Christopher Coulter 12/31/2023 Yes
Jonathan "Jojo"Choi 12/31/2023 Yes
Mitch Kane 12/31/2021 Yes
David McIntyre 12/31/2021 Yes
Vacant 12/31/2021
RESOLUTION NO. 05-032 – MISSION
The exclusive mission of the Traffic Safety Commission shall be to investigate, review, and analyze issues, and
make recommendations to the City Council and City staff regarding traffic safety. The Commission shall work
to increase awareness of, and attention to, the traffic safety needs of the community by improving
communications and involvement between the community, and the City government on services, needs and
programs.
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Attachment A: Traffic Safety Commission 2019 Matrix Items
Date Issue TSC Recommendation Status
1/10/2019 Sight Distance at Toll Gate
Road and Highway 9
Work with Caltrans to trim
vegetation to improve sight
distance.
Complete.
1/10/2019 Speeding on Quito Road
and hidden driveway at
Austin Way
Install Radar Feedback sign at
Quito Road at Austin Way
Complete.
1/10/2019 Cars parked on 3rd Street
blocking driveway.
Install “T” markings to guide
people to park away from
driveway.
Complete.
1/10/2019 Springer residents
requested a few spaces of
public parking.
Undo “No Parking” signs on a
section of Springer to allow for
some public parking.
Complete.
1/10/2019 Cars turning into Carniel
from Saratoga-Sunnyvale
causing traffic safety
concern for pedestrians.
Install shoulder striping and
other road markings to guide
cars away from pedestrian path.
Complete.
3/14/2019 High traffic of large trucks
on Pierce Road.
Install 4-ton weight limit signs.Complete.
5/09/2019 Many cars dropping off
students at Shadow Oaks-
blocking driveways and
creating traffic safety for
pedestrians
Install crosswalk, no parking
signs and road “keep clear” road
markings.
Complete.
5/09/2019 Cars near conflict at the
intersection of Saratoga
Vista and Beaumont Ave.
Install median striping at the
Saratoga Vista and Beaumont
intersection and painted bulb-
outs at all corners.
Complete.
5/09/2019 Speeding on Sumner Drive
near curve closest to Blue
Meadow Court.
Refresh street markings at that
area of Sumner near curve.
Complete.
5/09/2019 Speeding on Crestbrook
Drive
Develop a plan to provide
enhanced entry/exit from
driveways that also addresses
pedestrian traffic.
In progress.
7/11/2019 Fremont Older Hiking
enthusiasts park their cars
on stretches that are too
Install No-Parking signs along
narrow stretches of Rolling Hills
Road.
Complete.
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Attachment A: Traffic Safety Commission 2019 Matrix Items
narrow and creating
access issues.
7/11/2019 Pedestrian safety and
access concerns at Big
Basin Way and 6th Street
Create a plan that addresses
safety and access and return to
TSC for review.
In progress.
7/11/2019 Saratoga Avenue has
limited bike lane facilities.
Develop a plan on Saratoga Ave
for bike lanes.
In progress.
7/11/2019 Improve pedestrian safety
on Saint Charles Street.
Work with school to identify if
Saint Charles is a preferred
route and if so, discuss possible
improvements.
In progress.
9/12/2019 Speeding on Mendelsohn
(disagreement about
speed humps on
Mendelsohn Lane)
Develop a traffic calming
measure through Mendelsohn
Corridor with focus at the
corner.
In progress.
9/12/2019 Pedestrian safety on Reid
Lane between Saratoga-
Sunnyvale and Lynde Ave.
Develop a plan that prevents
cars turning too wide east
bound onto Reid so that
pedestrians walking on Reid are
safe.
In progress.
9/12/2019 Potential car conflict on
Prospect at Scully because
cars are doing a U-turn.
Install No U-turn sign at that
location.
Complete.
11/12/2019 Cars are driving over
safety curb on Montalvo
Road.
Develop a plan to make the
intersection of Montalvo Road
more visible and remove curb
wing. Work with Caltrans for
encroachment permit.
In progress.
11/12/2019 Sight distance issue at the
intersection of Quito Road
and Aspesi Drive.
Trim shrubs at the intersection
and install sidewalks as soon as
possible.
In progress.
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CITY OF SARATOGA
Memorandum
To:Mayor Miller & Members of the Saratoga City Council
From:Nicole Johnson, Planner II
Date:March 9, 2020
Subject:Heritage Preservation Commission Work Plan –FY 20/21
On February 11, 2020, the Heritage Preservation Commission (HPC) held their regularly scheduled
meeting and discussed their upcoming 2020/2020 work plan.
Heritage Orchard Master Plan.Continue to review and revise the 2001 Heritage Orchard Master
Plan to update accordingly and work on the long-term management of the orchard.
Heritage Resource Inventory . Continue their duty as commissioners to recommend and work with
property owners to add eligible properties to the Heritage Resource Inventory. This fiscal year, the
HPC has so far added seven (7) sites to the Heritage Resource Inventory. There are currently 21 sites
for consideration to be included on the Inventory.
Public Outreach.Continue to participate in City events such as the Blossom Festival, Arbor Day,
Historic Preservation Month, the State of the City, and provide information about the Commission
at these events. Collaborate with the City’s Public Information Officer in utilizing social media
platforms and add helpful links and documents to the HPC webpage. Such items would include, but
not limited to, advantages of putting structures and trees on the Inventory, the Mills Act program,
and pride in our historic community.
Plaques/Point of Interest Markers.To properly recognize heritage resources and properties of
special interest in our City, the HPC would like to continue recommending to Council special sites
that warrant Point of Interest Markers (POI). The HPC has reviewed and approved language for four
(4) POI markers and are preparing to present to Council.The HPC is requesting funding for four
markers for the 20/21 FY.
Continuing Education –The City of Saratoga is a Certified Local Government (CLG)recognized by the
State of California Office of Preservation (OHP). The CLG requires that all commissioners receive
annual training in Historic Preservation.
Village Inventory –Review, update, video and inventory the properties within the expanded Village
boundary (per Village Design Guidelines 2019)for their historical significance.Research videography
services available at KSAR,West Valley College or other local sources.
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Saratoga Avenue (Heritage Lane) Inventory –-Review, update, video and inventory of all the homes,
fences and trees along the portion of Saratoga Avenue that is designated as Heritage Lane, for the
potential addition to the City’s Heritage Resource Inventory. This project may require a professional
videographer.
Notable Accomplishments in fiscal year 2019/2020
During fiscal year 2019/2020, in addition to placing seven properties on the Heritage Resource
inventory and one landmark property, the HPC reviewed three building applications for work to be
performed upon a heritage resource. The HPC also submitted a request to include Saratoga’s
Memorial Arch, located at the east corner of Saratoga-Los Gatos Road and Big Basin Way, to be
included to the World War I Memorial Inventory Project.In addition, severalHPC members attended
an Eichler Homes Tour in San Jose. In honor of Preservation Month ( May of 2019), the HPC hosted
editor to CA Modern Magazine, Dave Weinstein’s presentation on “Eichler Homes: Birth, Death,
Rebirth”.
Budget Request
The Heritage Preservation Commission would like to request a budget allocation of $9,000 for the FY
20/21.
Request Requested Allocation
Two new point of interest markers (plaque, redwood posts and
installation)
$8,600
Training & Membership (California Preservation Foundation)$2,500
Preservation Month activities in May: (poster, speaker, photo
display-note photo display can be used year-after-year, etc.)
$500
Total $11,600
Current Commission Membership:
Name Term Ending Eligible for
Reappointment
Alexandra Nugent (Chair)12/31/2020 No
Annette Stransky 12/31/2021 No
Jo Rainie Rodgers 12/31/2020 Yes
Rina Shah (Vice Chair)12/31/2022 No
Vacant --
Heritage Preservation Commission Powers and Duties:
(CITY CODE SECTION 13-10.040)
The Heritage Commission shall be advisory only to the City Council, the Planning Commission and the
agencies and departments of the City and shall establish liaison and work in conjunction with such
authorities to implement the purposes of this Chapter. The Heritage Commission shall have the
following powers and duties: 13
a) Conduct, or cause to be conducted, a comprehensive survey of properties within the
boundaries of the City for the purpose of establishing the Heritage Resource Inventory. To
qualify for inclusion in the Heritage Resource Inventory, a property must satisfy any one or
more of the criteria listed in Section 13-15.010 of this Chapter. The Inventory shall be
publicized and periodically updated, and a copy thereof shall be kept on file in the Planning
Department.
b) Recommend to the City Council specific proposals for designation as a historic landmark,
heritage lane or historic district.
c) Recommend to the appropriate City agencies or departments projects and action programs
for the recognition, conservation, enhancement and use of the City's heritage resources,
including standards to be followed with respect to any applications for permits to construct,
change, alter, remodel, remove or otherwise affect such resources.
d) Review and comment upon existing or proposed ordinances, plans or policies of the City as
they relate to heritage resources.
e) Review and comment upon all applications for building, demolition, grading or tree removal
permits involving work to be performed upon or within a designated historic landmark,
heritage lane or historic district, and all applications for tentative map approval, rezoning,
building site approval, use permit, variance approval, design review or other approval
pertaining to or significantly affecting any heritage resource. The Commission’s comments
shall be forwarded to the City agency or department processing the application within thirty
days after receiving the request for such comments.
f) Investigate and report to the City Council on the availability of federal, state, county, local or
private funding sources or programs for the rehabilitation and preservation of heritage
resources.
g) Cooperate with county, state and federal governments and with private organizations in the
pursuit of the objectives of heritage conservation.
h) Upon the request of a property owner or occupant and at the discretion of the Heritage
Commission, render advice and guidance on the conservation, rehabilitation, alteration,
decoration, landscaping or maintenance of any heritage resource; such voluntary advice and
guidance shall not impose any regulation or control over any property.
i) Participate in, promote and conduct public information and educational programs pertaining
to heritage resources.
j) Perform such other functions as may be delegated to it by resolution or motion of the City
Council.
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CITY OF SARATOGA
Memorandum
To:Mayor Miller & Members of the City Council
From:Debbie Pedro, Community Development Director
Date:March 9, 2020
Subject:Planning Commission Work Plan –FY20/21
On February 11, 2020, the Planning Commission held a study session to discuss potential Work Plan
items and proposes the following for 2020.
Tree Regulations Ordinance.The Santa Clara County Fire Department has identified blue gum
eucalyptus (Eucalyptus globulus) as a “problem invasive” tree and suggests that its removal may
reduce fire risks. In February 2019, the City Council created the Wildfire Public Safety Task Force to
advise on matters related to wildfire and emergency preparedness. The Task Force has also
recommended changes to the tree removal criteria in the City Code to help reduce fire risks. The
Planning Commission will review the proposed amendments to the Tree Regulations Ordinance
(Article 15-50)and make a recommendation to the City Council.
General Plan Update. The Planning Commission will continue their work on the General Plan update
project to refresh and make minor policy updates to the Land Use,Circulation, and Open Space &
Conservation elements of the City’s General Plan. New laws regarding level of services (LOS) to
vehicle miles travelled (VMT) and the City’s efforts to adopt a Climate Action Plan will be incorporated
into the General Plan.
Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU) Ordinance.The State legislature recently amended laws to reduce
barriers and further promote the development of Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU) and Junior
Accessory Dwelling Units (JADU). The Planning Commission will review proposed amendments to the
ADU ordinance to comply with state law and make a recommendation to the City Council.
SB35 Objective Standards Code Review.Senate Bill 35 created a streamlined and ministerial approval
process for qualifying housing projects and requires local jurisdictions to provide objective standards
for the expedited review and approval of eligible projects. The recent Quito Village development
project underscores the importance for the City to clearly articulate objective development standards
in the City Code. Staff will review Chapter 14 (Subdivisions) and Chapter 15 (Zoning Regulations) of
the City Code and propose modifications to refine, strengthen, and add objective standards related
to the implementation of SB35.
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PLANNING COMMISSIONMEMBERSHIP AND DUTIES
Name Term Ends Eligible for Reappointment
Sunil Ahuja 3/31/23 No
Leonard Almalech 3/31/20 No
Colleen "Kookie"Fitzsimmons 3/31/22 No
Anjali Kausar 3/31/23 Yes
Razi Mohiuddin 3/31/21 Yes
Lucas Pastuszka 3/31/22 Yes
Tina Walia 3/31/21 No
Commission Duties/Purpose.
CITYCODE2‐15.030POWERS &DUTIES
The Planning Commission is hereby designated as the planning agency of the City, as described in
Section 65100 of the Government Code, and shall exercise the functions of a planning agency as
prescribed inSection 65101 of the Government Code. The Planning Commissionshall also exercise
the powers and perform the duties conferred upon it by this Code and assigned to it from time to
time by the City Council.
GOVERNMENTCODE65100
There is in each city and county a planning agency with the powers necessary to carry out the
purposes of this title. The legislative body of each city and county shall by ordinance assign the
functions of the planning agency to a planning department, one or more planning commissions,
administrativebodies or hearing officers, the legislativebodyitself,or any combination thereof,as
it deems appropriate and necessary. In the absence of an assignment, the legislative body shall
carryout all the functions of the planning agency.
GOVERNMENTCODE65101
(a)The legislative body may create one or more planning commissions each of which shall
report directly to the legislative body. The legislative body shall specify the membership of the
commission or commissions. In any event, each planning commission shall consist of at least five
members, all of whom shall act in the public interest. If it creates more than one planning
commission, the legislative body shall prescribe the issues, responsibilities, or geographic
jurisdiction assigned to each commission. If a development project affects the jurisdiction of more
thanoneplanningcommission,the legislative body shalldesignatethecommissionwhichshall hear
the entire development project.
(b)Two or more legislativebodies may:
(1) Create a joint area planning agency, planning commission, or advisory agency for all or
prescribed portions of their cities or counties which shall exercise those powers and perform
those duties under this title that the legislative bodies delegate to it.
(2) Authorize their planning agencies, or any components of them, to meet jointly to coordinate
their work, conduct studies, develop plans, hold hearings, or jointly exercise any power or
perform any duty common to them.
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