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HomeMy WebLinkAbout06-17-1970 City Council Minutes SARATOGA CITY COUNCIL SUMMARY OF MINUTES TIME: JUNE i7, 1970 - 7:30 P.M. PLACE: COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 13777 FRUITVALE AVENUE, SARATOGA, CALIFORNIA TYPE: REGULAR MEETING I. ORGANIZATION A. ROLL CALL Mayor Robbins called the meeting to order at 7:30 P~cIM. All Councilmen were present. B. MINUTES Moved by Mr. Smith, seconded by Mr. Dwyer that the minutes be adopted as distributed with the foll6wing correction. Page 4, Item V. Motion of Councilman Smith to adopt Resolution No. 540, seconded by Coupcilman Dwye~ ca~ried ~nanimously. C. SPECIAL PRESENTATION. CONGRESS - Mayor Robbins intrOduCed Dick Brier, Chairman of the Congress for FOR Community Progress who formally presented to the City Council the COMMUNITY resolutions adopted a~ t~e Congress. PROGRESS Mr. Bryer stated that the Congress had received a good response to the questionnaire survey. The written report includes a breakdown of the responses pertinent to each panel recommendations. He noted that the questionnaires returned also contained many write in comments on a variety of topics and i~dicated that these comments are in the process of being tabulated by the Congress volunteers. Mayor Robbins extended a vote of thanks to Mr. Bryer and to the Congress and stated he would review the resolutions item by item and refer them to the appropriate coramittee. II. BIDS & CONTRACTS A. Lyngso Landscape Maintenance Agreement - Continued from 6-3-70 LYNGSO Mr. Huff stated that the City.had received a letter from Mr. Lyn~so AGREEMENT confi~raing that he would mainCain the landscaping for as long as he operates Lyngso Garden Materials. This letter was signed by Mr. Lyngso's attorney and Mr. Lyn~so. Mr. Huff noted that the letter had just been.received and the City Attorne~ had not had a chance to review it. Mayor Robbins asked Mr. Giannini, the acting City Attorney, to advise the Council whether or not thls was a binding agreement. He noted that the Council had asked for a binding agreement. Mr. Smith added tha~ the possibility that Lyngso would agree to bind his successors in title to maintai~ this landscaping had also been discussed. Mr. Giannini stated that the letter w~nich the City had received was not in itself a binding contract. Mr. Sanders discussed the suggestion made at the previous meeting that Mr. Lyngso. be included in a separate District. He felt strongly that this property, because of its commercial rather than residential use, would create mare problems in the f~ture. He felt any attempt~to abate this responsibility would be ~de~rimental to the City as a wh~le. Mr. Phil Assaf stated that the~Notice and the Hearing was-held on the formation of the'Distric't including the Lyngso property. He stated that the original resolution did include this property. Subsequently CITY COUNCIL MINUTES JUNE 17, 1970 another resolutionShas been ~repared whichLwould leave it-out of the district. It would be up to the Council ta de~%rmine whether this property should be included. If the original resolution were adopted it would include that portion of the landscaping that is already installed. The proposed resolution before the Council eliminates the Lyngso property and restricts the maintenance to landscaping]withinManor Dr~ve median. Mr. Huff stated that including Lyngso and the landscaping he had done would be ~mposing an additional burden on the property owners in the district because each would be helping himm~3~intain his frontage. He suggested forming another park maintenance district including only the Lyngso frontage if Lyngso or his sucaessors do not provide adequate maintenance. Mr. ~Sanders felt that Lyngso shouldlparticipate in maintaining the divided strip. He suggested hooking at some cost comparisons to see how inclusion' of Lyngso would affect cost distribution among the land owners. He wondered whether the conditional zoning of the Lyngso parcelebrant that it would revert to R-1-12,500 zoning at such time as he might dispose df it. Mr. kssaf stated that the original resolution forming the~strict did not include the Lyngso property although it could be revised to include the Lyngso parcel.~ Mayor Robbins noted that neither Mrl Lyngso nor his representative were in attendance and without objection referredT~he matter-to t~l~ Committee for recommendation at the next meetingl III. PETITIONS, ORDINANCES & FORMAL RESOLUTIONS RESN. 518 A. ;RESOLUTION NO. 518.- Continued from 6-3-70 - Ordering Formation of MANOR DR. Manor Drive Park Maintenance District P.M.D. Continued to July 1, 1970. RESN. 534 B., ~RESOLUTION NO. 534 - Confirming Canvass by Board of SUpervisors of BOND VOTE iSanta Clara County of Special Municipal Bond Election CANVASS Mr. Huff rep6rted that the RegiStrar of Voters has informed the City i~ /that the canvass of votes will go to the Board of Supervisors on June' 30~ Continued to July 1, 1970. RESN. SDR C. RESOLUTION SDX-3946-2 - A' ReSolution Rescinding Resolution No. SDX-3946 3946-2 Moved by Mr. Smith, seconded by Mr. Sanders for adoption of Resolution SDX~3946-2.. Carried and so ordered. IV. SUBDIVISIONS, BUILDING SITES'& ZONING REQUESTS SDR 855 A. SDR-855 - BUILDING ~TE APPROVAL - 1 Lot on Fruitvale at Three Oaks Way RIOPa)AN Riordan Mr. Huff reported that this was a non-agendized item. Mayor Robbins asked if there were any objections to adding this item to the agenda. There were none. The Planning Department report indicates that all con- ditions had been met and all fees paid. Mr. Huff reaonmended adoption bf Resolution SDR-855 granting final site approval to Dr. Riordan for 11 lot on Fruitvale at ThreeIOakS Way. Moved by Mr. Dwyer for adoption of Resolution SDR-855-1, seconded by Mr. Smith. Carried and so ordered. - 2- CIT~ COUNCIL MINUTES JUNE 17, 1970 A. C-131 - ERNEST T. BARCO, JR. - Request for Change of Zoning from UR-1-40,000" (Single-Family Residential) to "R-M-3,000 P-C" (Multi- Family Residential Planned Conmmnity) Mr. Huff reported that this was an application from E.T. Barco, Jr. for R-M~3~000 Zoning ~n a~.a~ea which is now zoned R-I-40,000. This property is'located south 6f Allendale Avenue adjacent to property owned by the Church of Latter Day Saints. The Church owns two parcels between this property. and Allendale Avenue. For the information of the Council and the audience a map of the area was shown on the project'or. The area immediately to the south is presently zoned R-I-40,000 and the ten acres to the east of the church property is undeveloped land. MAYOR ROBBINS OPENED THE PUBLIC HEARING AT 8:10 P.M. Mr. Barco stated that the City of Saratoga now has approximately 2,000 seniorscitizens many of whom have had tolmove away because they could not afford to pay mare than $175.00 per month rent. He stated that there is no housing in the City which is designed exclusively for senior citizens. All the land currently zoned R-M-3,000 or R-M-4,000 has either been built on already or is committed to other types of Housing. Mr. Barco stated that he had devoted considerable time during the last two years to research on the subject of housing for senior citizens. He intends to build '~nder FHAbecau~e hecan ~btain a 40 year loan and thus considerably lowe~ cost of rentals to bring ~his within the economic means of average retired citizens in Saratoga. He pointed out that these rentals would not be restricted to people from Saratoga. Mr. Barco presen~ed-a sketch showingt~e topography of the site and pointed out the creek, the tree screening and the Church property. He also showed the basic site plan d~veloped by the architect. He noted that 65% of the land will. remain ppen. Traffic will not be a problem since all of the resiHents will not have cars (a~out 80% will), there will be one car'per couple or per individual and there will be no rush hour traffic load because th~ residents will be retired citizens not required to ieave at 8:00 and return at 6:00 P.M. The activity areas are as far away as possible from the only homes that could be disturbed. Mr. Barco noted that the noise level for this age group is very low.. The project is designed specifically for senior citizens. The grounds along the creek area will be left in their natural state. Every unit will be tied into an emergency call service, Mr~ Barco stated that there were many people who had moved away from Saratoga who would like to return, In response to a question from Mayor Robbins, Mr. Barco stated that the absolute maximam population in the 57 units would be 114, although the average is more likely to be 90-95. With regard to the main access which would b~ a 30 ft. easement to Allendale, Mr. Barco stated that according to the Planning Commission, this was adequate. Neither Mr. Huff or Mr. Shook were prepared to comment on this claim. The rental scale will befrom $175,00 to $250.00 and some over~ In response to a question from Mr. Smith as to whether this development could be restricted to senior citizens, Mr. Barco stated that according to city S~aff and his attorney this can be guaranteed. Under the terms oflanFHA ~oan he could not rent tO anyone else and under conventional financing he could not build this development. The City Attorney Was instrqcted to determine whether this complex could be restricted toseni6r citizens. Mr. B~rco stated that the buildings would be t~7o-story. Transportation will be provide~ to the village for residents. who do not own a car. Mr. Adrian McMahan, 429'University Avenue, Los Gatos, a member of the California-Commission on Aging addressed the Council. He stated that this community is about the only one in the State of California which has turned its back on its senio~ citizens. This project is insured by the United States Government and there i~ a standing list of applicants CITY COUNCIL MINUTES JUNE 17, 1970: · . .., so there Will be no vacancies. He.stated he would like to see this · Council accept Mr. Barco's plans. Mr. J~]~[~MS~n.~6~ Merribrook Drive'addressed the Council. He stated that this would seem like a very good opportdnity to tak~ advantage of Mr. Barco's ver~ lengthy and complete researchinto housing for senior citizens. He also felt the project would increase property values, and would be a fine g~stUre for our forerunners'who would like to stay on in this area. Mr. Dwyer recommended serious consideration of the question of proximity to the Junior College and the probability that the population will continue Mr..Sanders agreed with the need for more housing,.not only for senior citizens, but also for junior citizens, however,'the real question as he saw it was contained in the Plannipg Commission report recommending denial. .: Without objection, Mayor Robbins continued the Public Hearing to July 1 and referred this.matter!to the Planning Committee of the Council. Mayor. Robbins emphasized t~heed for an opinion'from the City Attorney's office as to whether or not the city Can enforc~ a condition restricting rentals to senior citizens only. B. GREENBRIER PARK MAINTENANCE DISTRICT - Hearing on Proposed Formation of Greenbrier Park Maintenance DistriCt. RESLN. 5'41 Mr. Huff stated that this was the time and place for the Public Hearing on GREENBRIER formation of Greenbrier Park Maintenance District, which has been noticed P.MiD, by publication in the Saratoga News and mailing of ~he resolution'of intention to the property o~ners agcording to the latest assessment roles which show that Ditz-Crane own all. the lots. PUBLIC HEARING OPENED AT 8:50 P M ' No one in the audience responded tO Mayor Robbins' invitation to address the Council on this matter. Moved'by Mr. Smith, seconded by Mr. Dwyer to close the Public Hearing. Public H'aaring closed at 8:51 P.M. . Moved by Councilman Smith for adoption of Resolution No. 541, seconded by - Mr. Sanders; carried and so ordered. VI. ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS A. MAYOR EXEC. 1. Mayor Robbins announced that the meeting would adjourn to Executive SESSION Session to discuss personnel matters following the business listed on the Agenda. ARCISTECT. 2. Mayor Robbins stated that he had contacted four individuals who have ADVISORY agreed to serve as members of the Architectural Advisory Committee: GOMMITTEE Barbara Caldwell, who is well known in the community as an interior decorator and consultant; Warren Heid, local architect; Clay McCulloch, a contractor who is a Saratoga resident; and Taro Yamagami, ~ landscape architect and nurseryman. who is very active in corm,unity affairs. Each of these individuals has indicated his high regard for and interest in preserving the quality of the ~ommunity. Mayor Robbins asked for Council approval to appoint this committee for a term of four yearb beginning January 22, 1970. Moved by Mr. Smith, seconded by Mr. Sanders to appqint Mrs..Caldwell, Mr. Heid, Mr. McCulloch~and Mr:. Yamagami as the'Architectural Advisory Com~nittee;~ carried ,unanimously. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES JUNE 17, 1970 3. Mayor Robbins presented a letter fromMiss Louiae Overacker giving an anlysis of the bond election.and asked that a copy be distributed to each~d~il~\ 4. Mayor Robbins referred to a leteer from Clare L. Churchman announcing a meeting in Los Gatos on Saturday, June 27 ofthe Regional Chapte~ of Retirement JobsIncorporated~ 5. TheMayor~acknowledged a letter:from Chip White favoring establishment of a. Youth Commission and stating that he would like to be considered for membership. B. FINANCE 1. Payment of Claims Mayor Robbins asked for the Committee report on the Casabonne refund of $500.00. Mr. Smith stated that this is a.conmercial property on Big Basin Way ~here parking was required to be installed in connection with re-modelling. A $500.00 bond was required by the city to guarantee construction of the parking area. Because the parking area exceeds 500 square feet they must now seek building site appro~v~l. The problem is that they have a $500.00 bond posted and they need~h~cash to pay for the parking lot paving. The Conmittee was concerned tha~ further development be integrated so that the proper storm drainage is provided. The Planning Conmittee recommends that the cash bond b~ inmediately released to the Casabonnes so that their obligation can bepaid and that the Casabonnes be required to file for Building Site Approval within 30 days. This procedure would ensure that adequate provisions:for storm drain and other improvements were made. Moved by Mr. smith for adoption of Planning~Committee report dated June 11, 1970, seconded by Mr..Dwyer; carried and so ordered. In response to a question from Mr. Sanders as to the cost of replacement glass at the Youth Center, Mr. Huff replied that these had been broken by vandalism. Mr. Sanders suggested a notice in the paper because vandalism is inexcusable, and because he felt that everyone should be aware that they are the ones who pay for this type of damage. Moved by 'Mr. ~wyer, seconded byTMr. Sanders for approval of the disbursements and that the Mayor be authorized to sign the warrants; carried and so -ordered. 2. Treasurer's Report Mr. Robbins noted that Sanitation District #4, puts their money in a County pool and it is managed for them. He asked the City Manager to look into this procedure. 3. City Clerk's Financial Report ~ C. COUNCIL COMMITTEES & COMMISSION REPORTS 1. Planning Committee: Review Of G~neral Plan and Park Plan PARK Mr. Smith reported that Mr.Walk~r had brought to the Council's attention ELEMENT the fact that the General Plan ~s under annual review and noted that the GENERAL Park Plan is an important elerf~t of the General Plan. PLAN ~ The Committee feels that the Park Plan is an integral portion of the General Plan. Although the Park Plan did not receive the two thirds - 5 - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES JUNE 17, 1970 vote required to issue bonds in the recent parks bond election, the committee 'strongly recormnended that the existing park plan be retained and that the plan be implemented as soon as possible by the city using every practical financial means available. Moved by Mr. Dwyer for adoption of the Planning Committee report dated June 12, 1970. Mr. Sanders expressed his concern about several ~arts of the recent bond election. Our analysis indicates that people on the north side Want parks. He questioned the vote on the south side which was an overwhelming rejection of the park program. He wondered i~ we should continue to retain sites in this .area. The people in the Foothill School area did not support the plan and the people around E1 Quit0 Pa~k School gave it ~ slim majority. Mr. Smith felt it was important to keep an integrated plan and felt that priorities could be reviewed ata later date. Following this discussion Mr. Sanders seconded Mr. Dwyer's motion and the motion carried unan~meusly. LINCOLN 2, Mr. Sanders reported that the Publi~ Welfare Conmittee had met with Mr. REQUEST Lincoln to discuss his request for additional work to improve the appearance of the sidewalk recently constructed along a portion of the frontage of his lot on Miller Avenue at Melinda Circle. They recommended two steps: 1) Thatla short brick retainer be constructed to protect the slope at the grade differential created; and 2) that'Mr. Lincoln endeavor to obtain cost estimatestf~om contractors who ~ouldibe interested in this minor work after which the committee will review the matter. Moved by Mr. Dwyer, seconded by Mr. Smtth for adoption of the Public Welfare Committee report; carried and so ordered. 3. Mr. Smith referred to a 'letter from ~r. Eldon Beck with regard to a subdivision on Fruitvaie near Three Oaks Way. He stated that the City has undertaken a ' study of the central area andis attempting to coordinate these two studies. It is anticipated that Mr. Beck will report on the completed Central Area study in the near future. D. DEPARTMENT HEADS & OFFICERS- None E. CITY MANAGER 1. Letter from'Don.Harris, Chief Bnildi~g Official with regard to unauthorized dumping.' Without objection, referred to staff. MARIANI 2. Mr. Huff reconmaended the appoint~en~ of Mr. Andrew Mariani as Administrative ADM. Assistant. Mr. Mariani attended U.C. Santa Barbara and has a Masters Degree ASST. in Public ~dminlstration from Southern Cal. Mr. Huff expressed confidence in his ability to perform the duties oE this position. Moved by Mayor 'Robbins, seconded by Mr. Smith to approve the appointment of Mr. Mariani to the position of Administrative AssiStant. Carried unanimously. VII. COMMUNICATIONS A. Written 1. Letter from Mrs. Lois Shimizu, 19520 Scotland Drive in response to a notice in the paper regarding [he proposed safety lighting. U.P. 151 2. Letter from James R. Davi regarding U~P. 151 for construction of a .DAVI convalescent hospital on Sousa Lane. The Plan~ing CommisSion had denied the applicant's request for a one year extension and he was appealing the decision. Mr, Huff stated that an appeal was required to be made within ten days of Planning Conmission action and there is some question as to whether a use permit can be extended mere than one year. - 6 - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES JUNE 17, 1970 M~. Giannini confirmed this and stated that an appeal must also set forth specific groundsl Also, a filing fee mast be paid. Mayor Robbins directed the staff' to prepare a letter to Mr. Davi~ explaining that the Council cannot consider this request for an extension for the above stated reasons. Mr. Smit~ abstained from the discussion. Mr; James D. Davi, 19222 Via Escuela~re~sed the Council. He ~tated that he felt as far as the correspondence was concerned that he was within the limitation of the time element. In view of the decision by the Council he wondered what his next step should be. Mayor Robbins advised Mr. Davi to apply for a new Use Permit under the usual procedure. I HIDDEN 3. Letter from A1 Pauls, T & T Construction, Inc. concerning a request from DRIVE- Sanitation District #4 regarding annexation on Redberry and Hidden Drive REDBERRY requesting permission to appear before~CS~,ncil. The Public Welfare ANNEXATION Committee had recommended that annexation to the Sanitation District be' subject to annexation to Saratoga. One problem is that the property in question is 1,000 feet from the City. line. Fran~ Lewis representing Mr. Pauls addressed the Council. He stated that he had included maps with his letter showing the location of the parcel. The reason they had not appeared before the committee or council was because the initial request came from Sanitation District #4 and they were not informed of the date thaf it would come before the Council. The applicant is in no way opposed to annexationsnow or in the future. The Health Department has advised the applicant that the area is un- suitable for septic tanks. Mr. Le~ris stated they were in the process of conducting a surveytTft~128 prop~erty owners to determine their feeling about annexation but did n~t have all responses yet. He felt they were at a disadvantage-in tryiBg to solicit their annexation, and would like to ask for the Cou~cil's position.2 It was the consensus of the Council that they still concurred with the original committee report. Mr. Lewis was asked to report back to the City upon conclusion of his annexation survey. In addition, Mayor Robbins assured him that the city staf~ would assist him in providing infornmtion to potential citizens in the area.'. 4. Letter from Wanda Alexander Eegard~ng a lay advisory committee frcm lth~ West Valley Mental Health Center. ! Mayor Robbins suggested that this be published in the newspapers and that interested persons contact Mrs. Alexander. NORTH- 5. Letter from Mr. and Mrs. R.R. North, 19740 Elisa Avenue bringing to the SHERIDAN Council's attention the fact that another singles party, the 7th to date, was held at the residence of William E. Sheridan, 19766 Elisa Avenue~ on June 6, 1970. Mayor RObbins instructed the City kttorney to direct a letter to Mr. Sheridan,~'~d~f~i~g hi~ that his parties are in violation of our City Ordinance and requiring that the violation be terminated immediately. CONCRET- 6. Copy of letter from Frank Schork to Cupertino Sanitary District expressing ING concern about possible plans to concrete Calabazas Creek. Mr. Huff indicated CALABAZAS this letter should probably be directed to the Flood Control~District. Mr. CHEEK Smith asked that the city staff contact the Flood Control District indicating concern for a possible concrete copstrnction of Calabazas Creek. Mayor Robbins suggested coopera~iv~ action by the City andHomeowners Association, directed through proper channels, and asked for a report back from the City Manager at the next regular council meeting. - 7 ~ CITY COUNCIL MINUTES JUNE 17, 1970 BICYCLE 7. Petition by 170 students of ProSpect High School expressing concern TRAILS about the problems facing our ehvironment and designating the auto- mobile as a major polluter. They asked for bicycle trails and parks to encourage use of non pDlluting transportation. Referred to General Plan Committee and the Planning COmmittee of the Council. POPYLISEN 8. Letter from Mr. Po~ylisen and several residents of Prides Crossing LETTER RE regarding the activities on the. Church of the Ascension grounds~ DROP IN and the proposed drop in center~ CENTER, CHURCH USES, MayorRobbins pointed out that this covered several points with regard TRAFFIC to traffic and the use of the buildings. As there were several members of the audience in attendance on this matter he opened the discussion at this poiB~. Dan Popylisen, 19642 Ascension Drive addressed the Council. He stated that he had been a member of this parish until such time as Father Worner proposed the drug drop in center. Mr. Popylisen said that the Church ha~ bought residential property in the area and is converting to Church use without requesting that the original Church Use Permit be amended to cover this expansion. Mayor Robbins assured Mr. Popyl~sen that it was not the Council's lintenti0n to let any group ignoFe the proper procedures. Legally to use any of these buildings for People Conmmnications West a Use Permit must be requested through the Planning Commission, who will hold public hearings. These hearings will be advertised in tie hewspaper~. If there is an appeal to the City Council, the Council will hold Public Hearings and these will also be advertised. Mrs. Milton Cook, Ashton Court Stated that another problem was that parishioners were having SUnday catechism classes in th&ir homes and she wondered if this was a proper use. She asked the Council to look into all of the~church activities. She ~l~g fel~"I that an R-1 residential district was not the proper place for a Drop in center and pointed out that knoWledgable people (psychiatrists, etc) agreed with her. Mayor Robbins referred the matter of church use of residences to the staff for investigation. Mr. Madho DeSai, Eric Drive stated that his main concern is the hazard · involved to the young children who play on the church property. He stated that this' was a matter of general concern to area ~esidents. Mrs. Moss, Ascension Drive cormnented on the very poor police protection · and the considerable amount of traffic. She asked for protection for children from traffic hazards. Mr. Raymond Muzzy, 19518 Eric Drive stated that he was one of the cloest, neighbors to the proposed Drop in.center. He stated that the , neighborhood is very upset by what has already happened. He felt that the objections to the location were valid. The residents had checked with the authorities and this is an experimental program. He was very much concerned about what had already occured in other areas and by the commitment by the ChUrch to this organization~ Mayor Robbins stated that the C~uncil would take this matter under advisement although no application has been filed for a Use Permit. - 8 - CITY COUNCIL MINIrfES JUNE 17, 1970 B. ORAL CUB PACK 508 '1. Arthur Eppler, Cub Master, Pack 508 addressed the Council. He FIREWORKS stated that the Cub Pack'had tried to get a permit for sale of STAND fireworks in Saratoga. ~n the advice of the city staff they had obtained a license from the State Fire Marshall. A r~presentative of the pack has talked to Mr. Walker and Mr. Huff and they were now asking for Council approval. This stand will be located on Highway 85, o~posite Kirkmont Avenue in an area presently zoned commercial. The nearestlbuilding would be the fruit stand which is about 50 feet away. All the fire prevention requirements would be met - as required by the Fire Chief and the City of Saratoga. Nothing would be left onethe site at night. Mr. Eppler will be responsib~ for directing the people representing the Pack in the safety aspects of the sale. This stand would be open according to State Law requirements f~om 1~:00 Noon on June 28 to 12:00 Noon on July 5. Only safe and sane fireworks will be sold. Moved by Mr. Smith for approval of this request subject to removal of all debris, seconded by Mr. Sanders; carried unanimously. VI. C. COUNCIL COMMITTEES AND COMMISSION REPORTS (Continued) COX- 4. Mr. H~ff stated that thelParks & Recreation Commission at their BROOKGLEN meeting of June 15 had r~quested that the City Council pursue PARK negotiations to purchase the park site on Cox Avenue adjacent to the Brookside Club. 5. The Paris Commission also requested that the City Council reconmend to Santa Clara County Flood Control and Water District that the District budget funds for Wildwood Park Lake in the 1970-71 fiscal year. Without objection, both these items were referred to the special budget meeting to be held on June 18, 1970. ~RAFFIC' 6. Councilman Smith referred to the number of serious accidents on HAZARD Saratoga-Los Gatos Road in the last three or four months. He SAN JOSE-' stated that there was a qontinuing problem around Horseshoe ~TLQS GATOS ROAD Drive and that he would like to see Saratoga encourage the State Division of Highways to take some corrective action. Mayor Robbins instructed~the staff to investigate this matter. VIII. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Robbins acknowledged the presence of Eunice Stark of the Good Government Group~ who prepared coffee; Hank Krause of the Planning Commission and ~ndy Mariani, the new Administrative Assistant. The meeting adjourned to Executive Session at 10:15 P.M. At 11:05 P.M. the Council recessed in open meeting and a~journed. Respectfully submitted JRH:r