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HomeMy WebLinkAbout01-08-2002 Adjourned City Council MinutesMINUTES SARATOGA CITY COUNCIL ADJOURNED MEETING JOINT SESSION XOUTH COMMISSION LIBRARY COMMISSION JANUARY 8, 2002 The City Council of the City of Saratoga met in Closed Session, Administrative Conference Room, 13777 Fruituale Avenue at 6:00 p.m. Conference With Legal Counsel -Existing Litigation: (Government Code section 54956.9(x)) Name of case: Saratoga Fire Protection District v. City of Saratoga (Santa Clara County Superior Court No. CV-803540) MAYOR'S REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION - 7:00 n.m. Mayor Streit reported there was Council discussion but no action was taken. The City Council of the City of Saratoga met in a scheduled Adjourned Council Meeting on January 8, 2002 at the Adult Care Center, 19655 Allendale Avenue. Mayor Streit called the Adjourned City Council meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. and requested Lauren Merriman, Teen Coordinator, to lead the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL PRESENT: Councilmembers Stan Bogosian, John Mehaffey, Ann Waltonsmith, Vice Mayor Evan Baker, Mayor Nick Streit ABSENT: None ALSO Dave Anderson, City Manager PRESENT: Lorie Tinfow, Assistant City Manager Cathleen Boyer, City Clerk Lori Burns, Human Resource Analyst Ray Galindo, Accounting Supervisor Lauren Merriman, Teen Coordinator REPORT OF CITY CLERK ON POSTING OF AGENDA FOR JANUARY 8, 2002 Cathleen Boyer, City Clerk, reported that pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.2, the agenda for the meeting of January 8, 2002 was properly posted on January 4, 2002. COMMUNICATIONS FROM PUBLIC No one spoke at tonight's meeting. JOINT MEETING WITH YOUTH COMMISSION Mayor Streit welcomed the Youth Commission and requested the City Clerk to take roll. City Clerk Boyer called the roll for the Youth Commission. The following Youth Commission members were present: James Atkin, Chair Sarato a Hi School Philli Baker Miller Jr. Hi School James Ballin all Sarato a Hi School Michael B e Redwood Middle School Valerie Farnum Sarato a Hi h School Ross Levin Pros ect Hi h School Jackie Luske Sarato a Hi h School And Miller Sacred Heart Elliott Onn Sarato a Hi h School Abhik Pramanik L brook Hi h School Elise Schartz Redwood Middle School Christina Siadat Presentation Hi h School Darrell Wu L brook Hi h School The following Youth Commissioner was absent: Rami El-Diwan Sarato a Hi School Lauren Merriman, Teen Coordinator, thanked the Council for giving the Youth Commission the opportunity to meet with them. Coordinator Merriman informed the City Council that Friday, January 11, 2002 would be her last day with the City of Saratoga. Coordinator Merriman introduced Taffy Lowery who will be Acting Teen Coordinator until the position is filled. James Atkin, Chair, noted that the Commissioners would like to take this opportunity to inform the City Council about their recent activities and fund raising efforts. OVERVIEW OF THE YEAR- 2001 Andy Miller- Skateboard Park Commissioner Miller reported that the Youth Commission has had many discussions on the issue surrounding building a skate park in the City of Saratoga. Commissioner Miller noted that the Youth Commission fully supports a skate park. Commissioner Miller introduced Ron Powers of Ball Hitch Ramps, and noted that Mr. Powers would be giving the Council a brief presentation on mobile skate parks. City Council Minutes 2 January 8, 2002 Ron Powers, Ball Hitch Ramps (BHR), thanked the City Council for the opportunity to meet with them. Mr. Powers noted that his company is the solution for cities that cannot find land to build a skate park on. Mr. Powers briefly explained that skate boarding has become the fastest growing sport in America today and would be around for many more years to come. Mr. powers noted that a few years ago a law was passed making cities immune from lawsuits resulting from skateboard park injuries. Mr. Powers noted that Ball Hitch Ramps are designed to be durable, mobile, and esthetically pleasing. BHR has created ramps that fold up easily for towing and storage. Mr. Powers noted that their ramp kits are ideal for those cities that want a skate park but do not have the land available for permanent use. All BHR ramps are made of steel and/or composite material providing maximum longevity and durability. There are no screws or nails to come loose or wood based material to chip crack or delaminate. Mr. Powers showed a brief video demonstrating BHR products. Councilmember Mehaffey asked Mr. Powers what the cost would be for a good park. Mr. Powers responded that for $20,000 the City could purchase enough equipment to have a good skate park. Councilmember Waltonsmith asked how the ramps are stored. Mr. Powers responded that the ramps stack on top of each other and usually require one to two parking spaces. Councilmember Mehaffey asked what kind of warranty comes with the ramps. Mr. Powers responded a 10-year warranty comes with all products. Mayor Streit asked how many people it takes to supervise a skate park. Mr. Powers noted that he has been at parks when there have only two people supervising. Commissioner Miller noted that the Youth Commission supports this type of skate park and asked for Council's opinion. Councilmember Waltonsmith noted that she thinks a mobile skate park is a terrific solution. Councilmember Mehaffey noted he likes the idea of being able to move the park around and the price is reasonable. Mayor Streit noted that besides his concerns regarding staffing and location sites, he is all for it. Mayor Streit directed staff to work out a plan and report back to Council at a future time. Councilmember Bogosian noted this is an opportunity for the City to provide an activity to kids not in organized sports. City Council Minutes ~ January 8, 2002 Mayor Streit thanked Mr. Powers for his presentation. James Ballingall-Annual Ap>l eal Commissioner Ballingall noted that this year Friends of the Warner Hutton House received $10,707 during their annual appeal. Commissioner Ballingall stated that all donations are tax deductible. Commissioner Ballingall stated that $1,600 was donated from the Saratoga Chamber of Commerce, $1,000 donated from local residents and local businesses, and the remaining amount was donated from Redwood Middle School parents. Commissioner Ballingall read a letter that accompanied a $250 donation from one Redwood Middle School parent stating that she feels the Wamer Hutton House is a "safe haven" for her student. Elliott Onn -Grant & Advertising_Pronosals Commissioner Onn reported that in an effort to raise more funds for the Youth Commission, advertising at dances has been discussed and approved by the Commission. Commissioner Onn stated that two companies are interested and are willing to pay $335 per dance to display a banner. Commissioner Onn noted that a percentage of all funds collected from this source would be put into the scholarship fund. Councilmember Mehaffey stated that his only concern is to make sure all advertising is done in good taste. Responding to Councihnember Mehaffey, Commissioner Onn noted that the Youth Commission has already approved a banner criteria policy and reassured the City Council that the Commission would approve all banners before they were hung and if the Commission disapproved of a banner the contract would be void. Jackie Luskey -Dances Commissioner Luskey reported that to date $8,500 has been raised from Commission sponsored dances. Commissioner Luskey noted that over $4,000 was raised from the winter dance. Commissioner Luskey noted that at the last dance over 450 students attended from 17 different middle schools. Commissioner Luskey noted that the Commission still has four more dances scheduled. James Ballingall -Warner Hutton House Commissioner Ballingall reported more students use the Warner Hutton House on a daily basis, partly due to the renovations to the Library. Commissioner Ballingall noted that the Commission recently contacted Redwood Middle School to see if they would be willing to allow students to use an empty classroom after school to do homework. Commissioner Ballingall noted that the Warner Hutton House recently received a donation of a air hockey table. Abhik Pramanik - Website Commissioner Pramanik noted that last year he introduced the website he designed for the Youth Commission to help communicate to the youth in this area. Commissioner Pramanik briefly demonstrated the website, located at www.sarato~ayouth.com. Commissioner Pramaluk explained that the site would includes current information City Council Minu[es 4 January 8, 2002 pertaining to the Youth Commission such as upcoming dances, concerts, trips, and positions available on the Commission. Commissioner Pramanik reported that the Commissioners profiles are now available and commented that future items will be Youth Commission agendas and minutes, sports page, organized sports sign ups, appeal letter, more forums, and possible advertising. Councilmember Mehaffey asked if this site has a link on the City's website. Coordinator Merriman responded yes. James Atkin -League of California Cities Annual Conference Chair Atkin reported that last month he and two other Youth Commissioners attended the 2001 League of California Cities Conference in Sacramento with Councilmember Bogosian and Recreation Director Joan Pisani. Chair Atkin thanked the City Council for the opportunity to go to the conference and for allowing him to carry the City's flag in the opening ceremony. Chair Atkin noted that they had the opportunity to meet with the Chief of Staff of Senators Sher's Office and heard Governor Davis speak. Councilmember Bogosian noted that originally the Conference was going to focus and offer more youth oriented subjects, but due to the events on September 11, 2001 the Leagues agenda changed. Councilrnember Bogosian proposed that funds be allocated in future budgets to allow two members of the Youth Commission to attend the League's conferences yearly. Councilmember Bogosian noted that it is a tremendous opportunity for the Commissioners to participate in the conference. Consensus of the City Council to agendize Councilmember Bogosian's request during the next budget process. Christina Siadat -Concerts Commissioner Siadat reported that the Youth Commission's first concert is scheduled for Febmary 1, 2002 at the Warner Hutton House. Commissioner Siadat noted that the next concert would be later on in February in conjunction with another community group at the Community Center and approximately 400 students are expected to attend. Michael Bryne -Redwood Ski Trins Commissioner Bryne noted that in conjunction with the Saratoga Recreation Department their first ski trip is scheduled for January 26, 2002 at Bear Valley. The second trip is in Febmary co-sponsored by the City of Burlingame. Valerie Farnum -Restaurant Nieht Commissioner Famum reported that tomorrow night at the McDonalds on Prospect and Lawrence Expressway, between the hours of Sp.m. and 9 p.m., a percentage of the sales would go to the Saratoga Youth Commission. Commissioner Farnum stated that on January 29, 2002, 15% of the cost of your meal at Chevy's restaurant would be donated to the Commission. City Council Minutes] January 8, 2002 Ross Levine - ~rin~ Creek Clean Up Commissioner Levine reported that in April 2002 the Youth Commission would be sponsoring a creek clean up day. Commissioner Levine explained that two groups of volunteers would be organized. Commissioner Levine stated that one group will clean the creek by Wildwood Park and the other would clean the creek behind the Warner Hutton House. Darrell Wu -Food Drive Commissioner Wu stated that the Youth Commissioner collects food year round, not just during the holidays. Commissioner Wu explained that food bins are placed at all of the dances and tied to a discount on the admission price. Councilmember Waltonsmith asked how other people might donate to the food drive. Commissioner Wu noted that a food bin could be placed in the Warner Hutton House. Phillip Baker- Corner Stone Project Commissioner Baker explained that the Corner Stone Project mission is to motivate and support all individuals and organizations to come together to nurture and develop competent, caring, responsible children and youth. Commissioner Baker explained that every year Corner Stone does a survey of over 7,000 local youths, 7-12 grader, on the 40 most essential building blocks of healthy development. Corner Stone provides ideas to motivate and provides ideas for anyone to improve a child's assets -Commissioner Baker noted that the Youth Commission looks forward to working with Comer Stone to improve their services. Councilmember Waltonsmith asked if the Corner Stone Project was a countywide. Coordinator Merrima~r responded yes. Elise Schwartz -Civic Center Master Plan Commissioner Schwartz stated that the Youth Commission fully supports the City Council for the renovation of the Civic Center. Commissioner Schwartz noted that a real teen center adjacent to a multipurpose room is the Commissions dream come tme. Commissioner Schwartz noted that the Youth Commission would raise money to decorate anew teen center. Chair Atkin asked the City Council if they had any suggestions or comments for the Youth Commission. Mayor Streit asked how the Commission was doing in reaching out to all of the different schools that serves the City of Saratoga. Chair Atkin reiterated that at the last teen dance 17 different middle schools were represented. Mayor Streit asked if a new Teen Center was built, does the youth Commission think more high school students would use it. Ciry Council Minu[es 6 January 8, 2002 Commissioner Luckey responded that she thinks high school students would use it more on the weekends to hang out with friends or perhaps play pool. Referring to last years joint meeting, Councilmember Bogosian reminded the Youth Commission of their concern over students who were not being picked up promptly from dances. Councilmember Bogosian asked if the Commissioners were still having that problem. Coordinator Merriman responded that this year it is not as bad. Youth Commissioners remind parents as they are dropping off their students, what time the dance is over. Coordinator Merriman noted the last student is usually not there past 10: OOp.m. Vice Mayor Baker asked why the Safe Ride Program was not discussed tonight. Coordinator Memman explained that the program coordinators have financial difficulties and problems retaining insurance coverage. The City Council expressed their appreciation for the hard work and effort demonstrated by the Youth Commission. Sandra Dodge, 14649 Oak Street, noted that she represented the Parks and Recreation Commission. Commissioner Dodge stated that the PRC unanimously supports a mobile skate park. Commissioner Dodge noted that Mr. Powers offered the City a trial weekend use of the equipment. Mayor Streit adjourned the meeting with the Xouth Commission and called for afive-minute break. Mayor Streit commenced the meeting with the Library Commission at 7:50 p.m. JOINT MEETING WITH LIBRARY COMMISSION Mayor Streit welcomed the Library Commission and requested the City Clerk to take roll. City Clerk Boyer called the roll for the Library Commission. The following Library Commission members were present: Ruth Lipstein Donald Johnson CiCi O'Donnell City Council Minutes '7 January 8, 2002 The following Library Commissioners were absent: Bobby Chandra Anne Cross Cathy Foscato Marcia Manzo 2. OVERVIEW OF THE YEAR Ruth Lipstein, Library Commissioner, noted that she would be speaking on behalf of the Library Commission because Chair Manzo was unable to attend tonight's meeting. Commissioner Lipstein thanked the City Council for the opportunity to meet with them and for establishing the Saratoga Arts Commission. Commissioner Lipstein explained that the Library Commission's goal for this year is to educate themselves on the services the Santa Clara County Library System offers its patrons and better their ability to advise the Council on Library issues. Commissioner Lipstein explained that at every Library Commission meeting a speaker would be invited to make a presentation to the Commission. Commissioner Lipstein stated that they have had two speakers so far, the head of the finance department far the Santa Clara Count Library and a speaker on children's services. Commissioner Lipstein noted some of the future topics: • Teen Services • Book Mobile • On Line Services • Adult Services Commissioner Lipstein noted that in the year 2001 the Commission's main focus was the library renovation project. Lori Burns, Human Resource Analyst/Staff Liaison, noted that the Library Commission is working hard to make efficient recommendations for the new library. Councilmember Mehaffey noted that the library bond does not provide funding for furniture, and asked what arrangements have been made. Bill McDonald, 15201 Montalvo Road, noted he represented Friends of the Saratoga Library. Mr. McDonald noted that the Friends committed to raise $1 million dollars to purchase the furniture. Mr. McDonald announced that to date they have raised $381,000. Mr. McDonald explained their fund raising efforts: • Selling of items -Bricks • Funds and Foundations • Donors -would receive a bronze plaque on wall in new library Councilmember Waltonsmith asked how Mr. Peck's book was selling. City Council Minu[es g ]anuary 8, 2002 Mr. McDonald responded that to date 75 books have been sold. Councilmember Waltonsmith suggested that the Friends use the City's contracted grant writer to help the Friends apply for grants. Vice Mayor Baker asked how the temporary library was working out. Commissioner Gipstein noted that at first they experienced minor utility problems. Commissioner Gipstein noted that due to the fact the temporary library is not hook up to the County's computer system, checking out books is still a problem. Analyst Burns added that the number of children attending story time has dropped off. Mayor Streit thanked the Library Commission for coming to tonight's meeting. Mayor Streit adjourned the meeting with the Library Commission at 8:25 p.m. and moved on to Old Business. OLD B[ISINESS INTEREST INCOME ON LIBRARY INVESTMENTS STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Accept report and direct staff accordingly. Lorie Tinfow, Assistant City Manager, presented staff report. Assistant Manager Tinfow explained that the City Council directed staff and the Library Expansion Committee to limit the expenditure on the Library and expansion to $14.5 million of the $15 million bond, thus allowing for an extra contingency of $500,000. Subsequently, the bond proceeds have been received and are invested until they are needed to pay for construction costs. Staff has revised the interest income estimates to reflect the current economic trends and now estimates that between $400,000 and $500,000 in interest income will be earned on the bond proceeds during the 18-month construction period. Assistant City Manager Tinfow explained why staff recommends that the interest continue to be held in reserve for the following reasons: 1. The funds would provide an additional buffer against unexpected or unbudgeted expenses. 2. The funds would provide and extra security as the project progresses. Assistant Manager Tinfow stated that staff recommends revisiting fund use farther along in the library project timeline. She informed the City Council that the City was earning about 5.2% on most of the bond proceeds, but recently interests rates dropped to about 3.7%. Approximately $260,000 has been earned to date. CiTy Council Minu[es 9 January 8, 2002 Assistant City Manager Tinfow noted that staff suggests that this item be brought back in the summer with an update on the project and these funds. Mayor Streit noted that once the construction starts the City should know relatively soon if there will be any major surprises or major change orders. If the City knows in May or June, Mayor Streit asked if the City has the option to pay down some of the bonds Councilmember Mehaffey noted the City could not prepay on the bonds for 3-5 years. Mayor Streit suggested that the Bond Counsel be contacted and staff bring this item back at a future date. NEW BUSINESS 4. AWARD BID AND AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE CONTRACT TO THOMPSON PACIFIC FOR PHASE II OF THE SARATOGA LIBRARY RENOVATION PROJECT STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Award bid and authorize execution of contract. Lorie Tinfow, Assistant City Manager, presented staff report. Assistant City Manager Tinfow explained the following actions staff recommends to the City Council as Follows: 1. Award construction contract to Thompson Pacific in the amount of $8,898,000 with the possible addition or deduction of alternates, and authorize the City Manager to execute the same. 2. Authorize staff to execute change orders to the contract up to $450,000. 3. Authorize staff to execute change orders for pre-design and design work performed by Field Paoli and therefore increase their contract in the amount of $49.439. 4. Increase the contract with Field Paoli for reimbursable expenses by $8,000. Assistant City Manager Tinfow explained that the cost estimate provided by Field Paoli Architecture for Phase II was $9,320,000. Sealed bids for the Saratoga Library Project Phase II were due and opened on January 3, 2002. Assistant City Manager Tinfow announced that eight bids were received. Gilbane and Field Paoli have reviewed that the bids and recommend the project be awarded to Thompson Pacific for the total base bid of $8,898,000. Assistant City Manager Tinfow explained that the there were a number of additive and deductive alternates included in the bid process. She briefly explained each one indicating that three of the additives would result in energy savings. Assistant City manager Tinfow explained that Field Paoli recommends City Council Minu[es ~ p January 8, 2002 that the single pane windows be replaced with double pane windows. Staff will bring back more recommendations for Council consideration to the meeting after gathering input form both Gilbane and Field Paoli. Assistant City Manager Tinfow explained that Gilbane estimates changes orders are likely to run approximately 5-7% of the total contract amount. Staff requests authorization for change orders in the initial amount of $450,000 (5%). This amount is consistent with contingency funds already budgeted. Assistant City Manager Tinfow explained that in the course of the library project, additional services from Field Paoli were needed to complete the design work for Phase I and Phase II as well as the temporary library. The total of this change order is $49,439. Assistant City Manager Tinfow noted that additional funds requested for reimbursable expenses would cover travel, .copying and other miscellaneous cost Field Paoli expects to accrue over the next year. Phase II would likely require additional design services from Field Paoli and/or their subcontractors. In regards to the alternates, Vice Mayor Streit asked why Trane HVAC Units were chosen. Mayor Streit stated that McQuay HVAC units were added to the alternates because of the energy savings and is better than Trane units. Assistant City Manager Tinfow explained that Thompson's bid of $40,000 was more than what staff was expecting it would cost and at that amount it would take 22 years to see cost savings. Field Paoli was not recommending it that particular alternate. Mayor Streit asked if the staff could contact the HVAC contractor and see if we could get a better cost. Assistant City Manager Tinfow responded Field Paoli estimated the HVAC units at $10,000. Mayor Streit suggested that the cost of the window replacement be negotiated along with the HVAC units and staff bring back the alternates. Mayor Mehaffey asked why the HVAC system was not going to have digital controls. Assistant City Manager Tinfow noted that the library staff did support it and they were not very receptive on learning how to operate a digital system. Mayor Streit noted that a digital system would be a better energy saver and the library staff would have to be trained. City Council Minutes 1 ]_ January 8, 2002 Mayor Streit stated that consensus of the City Council to bring back the following as change orders: • Window replacement • HVAC units • Digital controls Mayor Streit noted that he has difficulties with the change orders of $49,439 and the reimbursable expenses. Assistant City Manager Tinfow responded that the change orders have been accumulating since October 2001. Assistant City Manager Tinfow explained each change order as follows: • $2,100 -The additional parking study was not part of the original scope of work • $3,200 -The survey and the staking of the proposed footprint was requested at a public meeting • $2,400 -Lot line adjustment was a legal requirement • 3,700 -Survey work was to relocate a tree • 5,725 -Design for energy savings measures was necessary for the Phase II bids • $18,974 -Expenses from the Temporary Library • $1,950 -Drawing for the donor signs • $6,860 -Design work to transfer Phase I -Phase II • $3,689 -Civil Engineering to meet San Jose Water and Fire Department changes • $850 -Survey work that had to be done when the bunker was discover Councilmember Bogosian noted that he shares Mayor Streit's concerns and noted that a lot of those extra expenses were due to community support. Councilmember Bogosian noted that in the beginning Field Paoli tried to force their design on the group instead of taking direction early on to expand the existing building design. Councilmember Mehaffey noted that he has concerns in regards to the reimbursable expenses. Assistant City Manager Tinfow explained that Field Paoli have used up what was allocated in the contract for expenses early on in the project and the additional funds would cover future copying and attendance at meetings. Councilmember Waltonsmith noted she realizes that some of the expenses came up after the fact to accommodate the City's needs, but some of the change orders should have been known and added to the initial contract. Councilmember Mehaffey noted that staff should discuss Council's concerns with Field Paoli. City Council Minutes 12 January 8, 2002 Assistant City Manager Tinfow noted constraints would be discussed with Field Paolia as the project goes forward. Kamal Ariss, Project Manager/Gilbane, noted that it is critical for Field Paoli to do site visits every two weeks in order to review plan, answer questions etc. Councilmember Baker asked if anyone has gone back to the original contract and the notes from the negotiations to ascertain what commitments were made on the services they were actually going to do. Mayor Streit stated that Field Paoli has already been paid $2,907 over their original contract. Councilmember Bogosian noted that he supports approving the change orders tonight because he wants everyone on board to keep working together and wants to keep all parties happy. Councilmember Bogosain noted that the City does not have the staff capable of managing this entire project. Councilmember Bogosian noted that staff should discuss the City's expectations with Field Paoli. Mayor Streit asked that in the future change orders be brought forward in more of a timely manner for approval. Mayor Streit noted that the Library Project is a very public process and under intense scrutiny. Councilmember Bogosian concurred with Mayor Streit and suggested that change orders be brought back to Council quarterly. Councilmember Mehaffey suggested every two months. Don Johnson, 19997 Seagull Way, noted that he is a member on the Citizen Oversight Committee. Mr. Johnson asked staff to explain what the total base bid includes. Mr. Johnson asked if the base bid included all the alternates. Responding to Mr. Johnson's questions, Assistant City Manager Tinfow explained that the alternates were not included in the base bid. This was done early in the bid process in order to let the bidders know how the award of the contract was going to be determined. Assistant City Manager Tinfow stated that the City could negotiate the alternates. MEHAFFEY/BOGOSIANMQVED TO AWARD A CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT TO THOMPSON PACIFIC IN THE AMOUNT OF $8,898,000. MOTION PASSED 5-0. MEHAFFEY/WALTONSMITH MOVED TO AUTHORIZE STAFF TO EXECUTE CHANGE ORDERS TO THE CONTRACT UP TO $450.000 WITH THE PROVISO THAT STAFF COME BACK TO COUNCIL EVERY TWO MONTHS. MOTION PASSED 5-0. City Council Minutes 13 January 8, 2002 WALTONSMITH/BOGOSIANMQVED TO AUTHORIZE STAFF TO EXECUTE CHANGE ORDERS FOR PRE-DESIGN AND DESIGN WORK PERFORMED BY FIELD PAOLI. INCREASING THEIR CONTRACT IN THE AMOUNT OF $49,439. MOTION PASSED 5-0. WALTONSMITH/BOGOSIANMQVED TO INCREASE THE CONTRACT WITH FIELD PAOLI FOR REIMBURSABLE EXPENSES BY $8,000. MOTION PASSED 5-0. Vice Mayor Baker stated that Field Paoli owes the City an explanation of the added expenses. Mayor Streit noted that the people of Saratoga passed a $15 million dollar bond and entrusted this City Council to built a library for that amount not a penny more. CITY COUNCIL ITEMS Councilmember Waltonsmith asked when Mike Evanhoe would be attending the City Manager's Meeting. City Manager Anderson noted that Mr. Evanhoe would be attending the meeting on January 23, 2002. Councilmember Bogosian noted he attended his first Heritage Preservation Commission meeting and noted that on February 10, 2002 the HPC would be having a "Mustard Walk" through the Heritage Orchard. Councilmember Bogosian requested that the Council reevaluate the contract with Anthony Gonsalves. Councilmember Bogosiin noted that the City pays Mr. Gonsalves $3,000 a month. Vice Mayor Baker noted that he supports Councilmember Bogosian's request. City Manager Anderson noted that Anthony Gonsalves' contract would be agendized for the February 6, 2002 meeting. OTHER None CITY MANAGER'S REPORT None City Council Minutes 14 January 8, 2002 ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, Mayor Streit declared the meeting adjourned at 9:15 p.m. R~s.IZentfulLy_s• , d, "~., ~ --___ _\ ---_ a Teen Boye , City Clerk Ciry Council Minutes 15 January 8, 2002