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HomeMy WebLinkAbout03-21-2001 City Council Minutes MINUTES SARATOGA CITY COUNCIL MARCH 21, 2001 The City Council of the City of Saratoga met in Closed Session, Administrative Conference Room, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue at 6:00 p.m. Public Employee Performance Evaluation (Gov't Code 54957) Title: City Manager Conference With Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation: (Government Code section 54956.9(a)) Name of case: City of Saratoga v. Hinz (Santa Clara County Superior Court No. CV-784560) Conference with Real Property Negotiator Property: 18870 Allendale Avenue Negotiating Parties: City of Saratoga/Serbian Eastern Orthodox Church Under Negotiation: Instructions to negotiator regarding price and terms and payment for real property lease. Property: 13718 Saratoga Avenue Negotiating Parties: City of Saratoga/Sacred Heart Church Under Negotiation: Instructions to negotiator reg~ding price and terms and payment for real property lease. MAYOR'S REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION - 7:05 p.m. Mayor Mehaffey reported there was Council discussion but no reportable action was taken. Mayor Mehaffey called the Regular City Council meeting to order at 7:08 p.m. and requested Mr. Donald Macrae to lead the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL PRESENT: Councilmembers Evan Baker, Stan Bogosian, Ann Waltonsmith, Vice Mayor Nick Streit, Mayor John Mehaffey ABSENT: None ALSO PRESENT: Dave Anderson, City Manager Richard Taylor, City Attorney Cathleen Boyer, City Clerk Mary Jo Walker, Director of Administrative Services John Cherbone, Director of Public Works City Council Minutes 1 March 21,2001 REPORT OF CITY CLERK ON POSTING OF AGENDA FOR MARCH 21, 2001. Cathleen Boyer, City Clerk, reported that pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.2, the agenda £or the meeting o£March 21, 2001 was properly posted on March 16, 2001. Mayor Mehaffey noted that several people tonight have requested to speak on the report submitted by the Public Sa£ety Commission Study Conunittee. Mayor Mehaffey asked for consensus from the City Council to move the Ceremonial Items ahead of Communications from Boards and Commissions. Consensus o£the City Council to move Ceremonial Items ahead. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS None ORAL COMMUNICATIONS The following person spoke: Michael Berry, 19935 Mendelsohn Lane, expressed strong opposition to the septic abatement ordinance. CEREMONIAL ITEMS lA. PROCLAMATION - DECLARING APRIL 6, 2001 "TARTAN DAY" STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Read proclamation. Mayor Mehaffey read proclamation and presented it to Mr. Donald Macrac representing the Santa Clara Scottish Association. Mr. Macrae thanked the City Council for recognizing "Tartan Day". City Council Minutes 2 March 21,2001 lB. APPOINTMENT OF HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION MEMBER STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution of Appointment and Administer Oath of Office. TITLE OF RESOLUTION: 01- 018 RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL APPOINTING ONE MEMBER TO THE HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION City Clerk Boyer administered the Oath of Office to Dora Grens. STREIT/BOGOSIAN MOVED TO ADOPT RESOLUTION APPOINTING DORA GRENS TO THE HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION. lC. 1D. MOTION PASSED 5-0. APPOINTMENT OF FINANCE COMMISSION MEMBER STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution of Appointment and Administer Oath of Office. TITLE OF RESOLUTION: 01- 019 RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL APPOINTING ONE MEMBER TO THE FINANCE COMMISSION City Clerk Boyer administered the Oath of Office to Richard Carlson. STREIT/BOGOSIAN MOVED TO ADOPT RESOLUTION APPOINTING RICHARD CARLSON TO THE FINANCE COMMISSION. MOTION PASSED 5-0. APPOINTMENT OF PLANNING COMMISSION MEMBER STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution of Appointment and Administer Oath of Office. TITLE OF RESOLUTION: 01- 017 RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL APPOINTING ONE MEMBER TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION City Clerk Boyer administered the Oath of Office to Rutchi Zutshi. BOGOSIAN/WALTONSMITH MOVED TO ADOPT RESOLUTION APPOINTING RUTCHI ZUTSHI TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION. MOTION PASSED 5-0. City Council Minutes 3 March 21,2001 COMMUNICATIONS FROM BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS Report from the Public Safety Commission on Fire Protection Delivery. Hugh Hexamer, Public Safety Commissioner, reported that this report was prepared at the request of the City Council. Commissioner Hexamer explained that a Study Corranittee was formed consisting of three Public Safety Commissioners to conduct a study of the adequacy of the current fire protection system in Saratoga. Mayor Mehaffey reminded everyone that the City Council cannot take any action on this matter at tonight's meeting. The following people requested to speak on this item: Bill Morrison, 20135 Chateau Drive, 30 year resident and a Captain with the Saratoga Fire District. Captain Morrison noted that with the rising cost of housing most firefighters and volunteers cannot afford to live in Saratoga. Mr. Morrison noted that there are not enough firefighters to meet the needs of the job. David Dolloff, 20685 Sigal Drive, noted that he is the Chair for the FACT Committee. Mr. Dolloff disagreed with the findings in the report submitted by the Public Safety Commission. Ed Farrell, 20877 Kittridge Road, presented a list of facts that he felt were not included in the report submitted by the Public Safety Commission. On behalf of the FACT Committee, Mr. Farrell requested that the City Council not except the report submitted by the Public Safety Commission. K.B. Walker, 20281 Blauer, noted that she is a proud resident of the City of Saratoga. Ms. Walker commented that she strongly disagrees with the report submitted by the Public Safety Conunission. Ms. Walker pointed out the services the Saratoga Fire District does not provide the City of Saratoga. Ms. Walker urged the City Council to consider supporting the current efforts to allow Saratoga Fire District to merge with the Santa Clara County Fire. Ms. Walker noted that merging with the County would not only be cheaper but also the services would be better. Neil Linney, 143 Memory Lane, Campbell, noted that he works at the Cupertino Fire Station and has been following this issue from the beginning. Mr. Linney pointed out several services that the County could provide above and beyond what is currently offered by the Saratoga Fire District. Mr. Linney noted that he believes the Saratoga Fire District is being operated like a volunteer Fire Department. Mayor Mehaffey thanked everyone for coming tonight and invited them to join the City Council and the Public Safety Commission in a joint meeting on March 24, 2001 at 7:00 p.m. Mayor Mehaffey noted that he had additional speaker cards from two members of the Youth Commission. City Council Minutes 4 March 21, 2001 James Atkin, Youth Commissioner, 13680 Rossmere Court, requested that the City Council help fund the renovation of the attic of the Warner Hutton House. Elliott Onn, Youth Commissioner, 13770 Beaumont Avenue, invited the City Council to attend the Youth Conference on March 30, 2001 from 8:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Commissioner Onn noted that Rebecca Cohn would be a keynote speaker. At this time Joan Pisani, Director of Recreation, introduced Lauren Merriman, the City's new Teen Coordinator. COUNCIL DIRECTION TO STAFF Mayor Mehaffey noted he would like to meet with Mr. Berry to discuss the Septic Abatement Ordinance. Mayor Mehaffey directed staff to agendize the proposed attic renovation project at the Warner Hutton House at the joint meeting with the Youth Commission on May 8, 2001. Mayor Mehaffey also requested a report from staff on the fundraising efforts of the Warner Hutton Foundation. CONSENT ITEMS 2A. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES OF: ADJOURNED MEETING - FEBRUARY 27, 2001 REGULAR MEETING - MARCH 7, 2001 STAFF RECOMMENDATION: That Council approve minutes as submitted. Councilmember Bogosian pulled Item 2A from the Consent Calendar. Councilmember Bogosian requested that on page 9, 2tqD paragraph, of the March 7, 2001 minutes the following be added: "including posting County notices of hearings on the City's website". Councilmember Bogosian requested that after his statement the following should be added: "Councilmember Waltonsmith requested that a disclaimer be added to the County's posting to inform Saratoga residents that the City of Saratoga was not responsible for the accuracy of the County's notice. BOGOSIAN/STREIT MOVED TO APPROVE THE MINUTES OF FEBRUARY 27, 2001 AND MARCH 7, 2001 AS AMENDED. MOTION PASSED 5-0. City Council Minutes 5 March 21, 2001 2B. 2C. 2D. 2E. PUBLIC None REVIEW OF CHECK REGISTER STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approve the check register. STREIT/BOGOSIAN MOVED TO APPROVE THE CHECK REGISTER. MOTION PASSED 5-0. FEBRUARY FINANCIAL STATEMENTS STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Note and file. STREIT/BOGOSIAN MOVED TO NOTE AND FILE FEBRUARY FINANCIAL STATEMENTS. MOTION PASSED 5-0. REVIEW PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION MINUTES - MARCH 14, 2001 STAFF RECOMMENDATION: That Council note and file action minutes. STREIT/BOGOSIAN MOVED TO NOTE AND FILE PLANNING ACTION MINUTES. MOTION PASSED 5-0. ACCEPT NOTICE OF COMPLETION FROM J.J.R. CONSTRUCTION - 2000 ANNUAL CONCRETE REPAIR PROJECT STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Accept notice. Mayor Mehaffey pulled Item 2E from the Consent Calendar. Mayor Mehaffey questioned if this notice of completion applied to the work that was contracted to Duran & Venables. Director Cherbone explained that this notice was only for work completed by J.J.R. Construction, not for any work contracted to Duran & Venables. MEHAFFEY/BAKER MOVED TO ACCEPT NOTICE OF COMPLETION FROM J.J.R. CONSTRUCTION. MOTION PASSED 5-0. HEARINGS City Council Minutes 6 March 21, 2001 OLD BUSINESS SARATOGA PLAYFIELD UPDATE STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Accept report and direct staff accordingly. John Cherbone, Director of Public Works, presented staff report. Director Cherbone reported that over the past few years, the City has actively pursued various locations within Saratoga that could be utilized for organized sport activities. Currently, four organized youth sports groups, AYSO, CYSA, Saratoga Little League, and Pony League have approached the City with various degrees of needs for additional fields. Director Cherbone briefly explained the playfield needs of the following groups: · Saratoga Little League - Congress Springs Park Renovation Project which begins in June, once completed, the fields will be increased by three which will meet the organizations needs for both games and practices. · AYSO - three new game fields after the completion of Congress Springs Park Renovation Project. Practice fields are still needed. Director Cherbone noted that staff has been working diligently with AYSO to locate temporary game and practice locations while Congress Springs Park is under construction and recently accomplished this for the 2001 AYSO season. Director Cherbone reported the following accomplishments: · Redwood Middle School would be the main venue for AYSO during the 2001 season. · E1 Quito Park will be used for practice and game fields for up to four teams. · Blue Hills School and Saratoga High School will be used for practice and game fields. · Marshall Lane School and LDS Church will only be used for practice fields. · Wildwood Park will be used for practice fields for under 6 players. Director Cherbone noted that Pony League has agreed to using major-league size fields (90ft base runs) which gives staffmore flexibility to find them playfields. Director Cherbone noted that Saratoga High School has expressed interest in sharing their field on a limited basis. Director Cherbone noted that CYSA has expressed the need for regulation size practice fields. Currently staff and the Parks Improvement Task Force Committee is working with CYSA to identify the most suitable area for this use. City Council Minutes 7 March 21, 2001 Keith Simon, 20450 Montalvo Way, thanked Director Cherbone and the City Council for all the efforts that have been put into finding playfields for the Saratoga Little League and Pony League. Mayor Mehaffey stated that the City Council was committed to finding the Pony League playfields and will continue the efforts to do so. A discussion took place of continuing this discussion of possible playfield sites for Pony League at the joint meeting with the Parks and Recreation Commission on March 27, 2001. Mayor Mehaffey thanked staff for the report. NEW BUSINESS INTERIM LIBRARY FACILITY FOR SARATOGA COMMUNITY LIBRARY STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Authorize lease for temporary library modular units; provide direction to staff pertaining to location of temporary library facilities; consider lease agreement. Mary Jo Walker, Director of Administrative Services, presented staff report. Director Walker noted that the renovation and expansion of the existing Saratoga Community Library is expected to begin on July 2001 and construction lasting for approximately eighteen months. During that time, the City needs to either arrange for suitable temporary quarters for library operations or discontinue operations altogether. Director Walker explained that the project team has been working on this issue and has narrowed the options down to a few viable alternatives: 1. Keep the existing library building open during construction to function as the interim library. 2. Stop library operations entirely during the eighteen-month construction period. 3. House the interim library in an existing commercial building. 4. House the interim library in leased modular units to provide a minimal level of service - approximately $350,000.00 Director Walker noted that it is recommended that library operations be set up in modular units totaling approximately 6,800 sq. ft., preferably at an off-site location. Director Walker noted that the City would need to arrange suitable temporary facility. Director Walker noted that three alternative sites were looked at; existing library parking lot, Serbian Church, and Sacred Heart Church. In conclusion, Sacred heart Church was the best choice. City Council Minutes 8 March 21, 2001 Director Walker noted that there is $450,000.00 in the budget for temporary library services. $350,000.00 is needed to rent the modular units, which leaves $100,000.00 to rent the land. Director Walker noted that the City would pay Sacred Heart Chumh $6,500.00 per month for 20 months for the lease of 7,200 sq. fl. of land. Mayor Mehaffey noted that two people have requested to speak on this item. Dr. Marchelle Fox, President/West Valley College, noted that she sent a letter to the City Manager offering the use of West Valley College as a temporary site for the Saratoga Library. Ms. Fox stated that she never received a response back from the City Manager. Father LarkirdSacred Heart Church, 13724 Saratoga Avenue, thanked the City Council for the opportunity for the church community to be a part of a bigger community. Father Larkin noted that there were no objections from any of his parishioners to lease the site to the City. BOGOSIANfBAKER MOVED TO AUTHORIZE STAFF TO LEASE 6,800 SQ. FT. OF MODULAR UNITS TO FUNCTION AS THE SARATOGA COMMUNITY LIBRARY INTERIM FACILITY. MOTION PASSED 5-0. BOGOSIAN/BAKER MOVED TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE LEASE AGREEMENT WITH SACRED HEART CHURCH FOR HOSTING INTERIM LIBRARY FACILITY. MOTION PASSED 5-0. CONSIDER REQUESTS TO JOIN FRIEND OF THE COURT BRIEFS IN (A) CARGILL V. METROPOLITAN WATER DISTRICT, (B) LORILLARD TOBACCO V. REILLY, AND (C) SAN REMO HOTEL V. CITY AND COUNTY OF SAN FRANCISCO STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approve requests to join amicus briefs. Richard Taylor, City Attomey, presented staff report. Attomey Taylor noted that the City receives requests to join in amicus briefs if there is an interest relevant to the City of Saratoga. Attorney Taylor explained that the City's support is being sought in three cases of possible concern to the City. City Council directed Attorney Taylor to briefly explain each case and they would vote on each one separately. City Council Minutes 9 March 21, 2001 Attomey Taylor briefly explained the first case as follows: 1. Cargill v. Metropolitan Water District - This case is being heard by the California's Court Appeal and could determine whether or not a public agency's temporary employees (including consultants) must be classified as "common law employees" under the Public Employees' Retirement Law and be eligible for benefits under PERS. In this case independent contractors, who worked for a California water district for eight years, joined in a class action suit to be classified retroactively as common law employees , arguing that the district controlled their manner and means of production. The League of Cities has authorized an amicus brief to ensure that the Court Appeal has a clear understanding of the costs and administrative burdens that such an interpretation of the PERS law would impose on local governments in Califomia. BAKER/STREIT MOVED TO AUTHORIZE REQUEST TO JOIN FRIENDS OF THE COURT BRIEFS IN CARGILL V. METROPOLITAN WATER DISTRICT. MOTION PASSED 5-0. Attorney Taylor briefly explained the second case as follows: 2. Lorillard Tobacco v. Reily - This case will be heard by the U.S. Supreme Court and will consider whether restrictions on tobacco advertising are preempted by federal law and whether such restrictions are a permissible regulation of speech under the First Amendment. The Massachusetts Attorney General issued regulations restricting outdoor advertising within 1,000 feet of schools and playgrounds and imposing various other restrictions. The major tobacco companies challenged the regulations. The State prevailed in most respects in the District Court and Court of Court of Appeals. The City of Los Angeles, with the help of the League of Cities, is preparing an amicus brief arguing that local regulation of tobacco advertising (1) is a legitimate exercise of the local police power and is not preempted by federal law and (2) does not conflict with the First Amendment because it is reasonably designed to directly and materially advance a substantial government interest. Councilmember Baker noted that he opposes supporting this brief. Councilmember Bogosian noted that he supports participation in this brief because it is local governments job to protect the public's health and welfare. Vice Mayor Streit and Councilmember Waltonsmith concurred with Councilmember Bogosian. Mayor Mehaffey stated he supports restrictions on advertising near schools but can't support participation of the brief because it is a moral issue. City Council Minutes 10 March 21, 2001 BOGOSIAN/WALTONSMITH MOVED TO AUTHORIZE REQUEST TO JOIN FRIENDS OF THE COURT BRIEFS IN LORILLARD TOBACCO V. REILLY. MOTION PASSED 3-2 WITH MEHAFFEY AND BAKER OPPOSING. Attorney Taylor briefly explained the third case as follows: 3. San Remo Hotel v. City and County of San Francisco - This case is being heard by the California Supreme Court and will determine the extent to which broadly applicable local government fees and other regulations may be subject to higher standard of review than had previously been the case. In order to protect it's stock of affordable housing, the City of San Francisco requires residential hotels converting to tourist use to provide replacement housing or pay an in lieu fee. The San Francisco conversion fee was challenged and the plaintiff argued that a less deferential standard of review--one that could require a detailed case-by-case determination of a fee or dedication requirement's reasonableness--should be applied. The City prevailed in trial court but was reversed in the Court of Appeals. The League of Cities brief will describe the broad-ranging implications that the Court of Appeal decision would have, and will argue, that local elected officials are in a better position than the courts, to balance the competing interests of the community. WALTONSMITH/STREIT MOVED TO AUTHORIZE REQUEST TO JOIN FRIENDS OF TItE COURT BRIEFS IN SAN REMO V. CITY AND COUNTY OF SAN FRANCISCO. MOTION PASSED 3-2 WITH MEHAFFEY AND BAKER OPPOSING. TRAFFIC SIGNAL BATTERY BACKUP FEASIBILITY REPORT STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Accept report and direct staff accordingly. John Cherbone, Director of Public Works, presented staff report. Director Cherbone explained that at the February 21, 2001 City Council meeting staff was directed to obtain a proposal from the City's new signal maintenance contractor, Republic Electric, for traffic signal LED conversion and battery backup systems for the City's 13 fully controlled traffic signals located throughout Saratoga. Director Cherbone stated that staff recommends that Council authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with Republic Electric for $119,685.00. Director Cherbone explained that the City recently received an unexpected allocation of $224,000.00 from the State in conjunction with SB2928 for street maintenance, the expenditures for traffic signal LED conversion and battery backup systems in the amount orS119,685.00, would impact the current year's budget for pavement management in the amount of $43,185.00. City Council Minutes 11 March 21, 2001 Director Cherbone noted that once the conversion is completed, the City should realize an annual savings of approximately $15,000.00 per year based on the City's current kwh cost of $.087. Vice Mayor Streit asked how long this project would take to complete. Director Cherbone responded that this project would take approximately eight weeks to complete. Councilmember Bogosian noted that he supports this project but is concerned that the neighboring cities are not making the same commitment. Councilmember Bogosian expressed concern about what would happen in the event of an emergency. Councilmember Bogosian questioned whether or not this would give the Sheriff's Department the opportunity to support surrounding cities if they were not needed at the intersections in Saratoga. Dave Anderson, City Manager, reassured Councilmember Bogosian that the Sheriff's Department would not abandon the City of Saratoga if an emergency occurred. Vice Mayor Streit noted that he fully supports this project because it is a public safety issue and asked about the other traffic signals in the City of Saratoga that are shared with neighboring cities. Director Cherbone noted that staff is in the process of contacting Caltrans, San Jose, and Cupertino to see if there is an interest in a joint effort to implement the same at the other 15 signalized intersections located within the City limits. Mayor Mehaffey noted that he fully supports this project. Councilmember Bogosian asked if the Sheriff's Department had a protocol for emergency situations such as blackouts. City Manager Anderson noted he would contact the Sheriff' s Department and report back to Council at a future time. BAKER/STREIT MOVED TO APPROVE PROPOSAL FROM REPUBLIC ELECTRIC FOR LED CONVERSION AND BATTERY BACKUP SYSTEMS. MOTION PASSED 5-0. BAKER/STREIT MOVED TO AUTHORIZE STAFF TO EXECUTE CHANGE ORDERS UP TO $10,000.00. MOTION PASSED 5-0. PLANNING COMMISSION STIPEND STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Accept report and direct staff accordingly. Cathleen Boyer, City Clerk, presented staff report. City Council Minutes 12 March 21,2001 City Clerk Boyer reported that at the February 21, 2001 City Council meeting, staff was directed to prepare a report in regards to the members of the Planning Commission receiving a monthly stipend. City Clerk Boyer reported that staff conducted a statewide survey and 51 out of 70 cities that responded, pay compensation to their commissioners. City Clerk Boyer noted that of the cities surrounding Saratoga, the average compensation is $85.00 per month. Councilmember Baker noted he fully supports implementing a stipend for the Planning Commission. A discussion took place on the amount the stipend should be. Consensus of the City Council to set the Planning Commission stipend at $150.00 per month. BOGOSIAN/BAKER MOVED TO ESTABLISH A PLANNING COMMISSION STIPEND AT $150.00 PER MONTH EFFECTIVE MAY 1, 2001. MOTION PASSED 5-0. Mayor Mehaffey directed staffto bring this item back to the next City Council meeting in the form of a resolution. ESTABLISHING COMMISSION TERM LIMITS STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Adopt resolution. TITLE OF RESOLUTION: 01-016 RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL ESTABLISHING TERM LIMITS FOR CITY COMMISSIONS Cathleen Boyer, City Clerk, presented staff report. City Clerk Boyer reported that under the direction of the Mayor staffhas prepared a resolution defining term limits for the City's Commissions. City Clerk Boyer briefly explained the proposed resolution highlighting the definition of a term limit: 1. Commissioners are limited to 2 (two) full consecutive 4-year terms. 2. A partial term served as a result of an unexpired vacancy is not considered a full term. 3. This applies to all City Commissions with the exception of the Youth Commission. STREIT/BAKER MOVED TO ADOPT RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING TERM LIMITS FOR CITY COMMISSIONS. MOTION PASSED 5-0. City Council Minutes 13 March 21, 2001 AGENCY ASSIGNMENT REPORTS Mayor Mehaffey reported the following information: · Hakone Foundation - a discussion took place whether or not Board members were covered under the City's ABAG plan. Mayor Mehaffey directed staff to contact ABAG. · League of California Cities - main topics of discussion was the California energy crisis and environmental issues such as wood bnming fireplaces. · SBDC - main topic of discussion was the Village Restoration Project. Mayor Mehaffey asked when the demonstration area in the Village would be completed. City Manager Anderson responded that the demonstration project would be the first assignment to the new Economic Development Coordinator who will be starting in May. Vice Mayor Streit reported the following information: · West Valley Solid Waste Management - discussion regarding 20/20 recycling funds. Vice Mayor Streit reported that Saratoga has $9,000.00 to spend on recycling. Vice Mayor Streit reported that starting in June, JPA members would be receiving a stipend. Councilmember Baker reported the following: · HUD - considered grant applications for the April 12, 2001 recommendation deadline. · KSAR - staff has been compiling an inventory list and developing a depreciation schedule and replacement accounts. Councilmember Baker also pointed out that KSAR has several unused advertising spots. Councilmember Bogosian reported the following: · Library JPA - Library staff would be holding a meeting on Friday, March 23, 2001 for City Managers to brief them regading Measure A. · Animal Control JPA - July 1, 2001, the field service operations should be up and running. General Manager salary set at $120,000.00. Recruitment for several positions is still underway. Councilmember Waltonsmith reported the following: · Chamber of Commerce - Abbey Krimotat, Executive Director, recently resigned to take a marketing position with the Mountain Winery. Celebrate Saratoga will be help on September 15, 2001. The Chamber hopes to redo the directory and the city map. · SASCC - main topic of discussion was the recent theft and vandalism to the Senior Center. Councilmember Waltonsmith requested that the City Manager work on better security for the City-owned buildings. · Sister City - scholarship funds have been established for students. City Manager Anderson responded that he recently met with Mary Goulart/Executive Director, Senior Center, Joan Pisani/Recreation Director, and Captain Miles/SCC City Council Minutes 14 March 21, 2001 Sheriff's Department, to discuss various in-house methods of security and future staffing levels for the Community and Senior Center. CITY COUNCIL ITEMS Councilmember Bogosian commented that Heritage Orchard looked great during the recent restoration project. Mayor Mehaffey requested that Commission Reports be added to the agenda. As he is unable to attend, Mayor Mehaffey requested a volunteer to take his place on a trip to Sacramento on April 18-19, 2001, sponsored by the Silicon Valley Manufacturing Group sponsored trip to Sacramento on April 18-19, 2001. OTHER None. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT City Manager Anderson noted that on Friday, March 23, 2001, a retreat is scheduled for the City's Management Team. City Manager Anderson noted he could be reached by cell phone. City Manager Anderson reported that interviews for the Community Development Director is scheduled for April 5th and requested a volunteer from the City Council to participate in the interview process. Councilmember Bogosian recommended Councilmember Waltonsmith. Councilmember Waltonsmith agreed to participate in the interview process for the position of Community Development Director. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business Mayor Mehaffey adjourned the meeting at 10:50 p.m. 1. K. City ~lerk City Council Minutes 15 March 21, 2001