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CITY/ORDINANCE UPDATE, PAGE 2 � � � � � � a � Y WATER CONSERVATION, PAGE 3
EARTHQUAKE PREPAREDNESS. PAGE 3 :�� - ' HAKONE GROUNDBREAKING, PAGE 4 �
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In the wake of the unprecedented illegal � _ � = a s Y F � �: ,
grading and tree removal in a hillside subdivision $� � . ' � � �� i
last November,the City Council has ordered the . ` a � 3 F ; � �
study of a series of new rules to be put into place. ` � ;
The rules are designed to ensure that all � ,� �
environmental and development conditions are '�°�V � ' �
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observed at all times, and that work be inspected ' `�� �
by City inspectors on a continuing basis. % '
On November 6, 1990,calls to City Council ' � �
members and the City Manager from neighbors : �
concerning the activity going on at the subdivision ��` �
resulted in a stop order being issued by the City's � .��; ` �
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After assessing the damage, the City Manager " ������� � �
reported to the City Council at the November 14 � � ` �` ��� i
City Council meeting that the work being done on �='b����,,���� ��.;�,:, � �����•, �
major portions of a subdivision which extends {
� Chiquita Way and Old Oak Way was being done
without proper plans and permits. This was in " ` �
Iviolation of several ordinances and agreements. The City Council is studying ways to strengthen ordinances protecting Saratoga's valuable hillsides.
All work on the subdivision was ordered stopped
and only work to prevent erosion and conect * New restrictions to require that all * New requirernents for performance
drainage was allowed to continue. The City subdivision improvement work,such as security at 150 percent of the value of the
Council ordered a study to be done by the City the construction of streets and installation work and ermits for all work to be
Manager as to how such illegal activity could be p
prevented from happening on future developments. of utilities,be completed and approved undertaken on the subdivision. �
by the City before final subdivision
Following meetings with the new City approval is granted. Until that time,ri0 (Please see page 4)
Engineer and Planning Director, a 26-point lots could be sold for development. 'I'his
proposal was submitted for City Council action in policy will prevent a developer from R�ute 85 Undate
February. The proposals have been referred to the "cashing out"on a project before l'
Planning Commission for review. fulfilling his responsibilities to the City. After much debate and discussion,
construction of Route 85 has begun. The first
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Ke oints of 26-point proposa Q P ro'ect to be in is the Cox Avenue desman
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The ro osal submitted to the City Council ments to be designed and installed by the overcrossin and ove ass from Kevin Moran •
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includes the following new rules: City at developer's expense. Pazk to Blue Hills School. This project is
I scheduled to be completed in February 1991.
There aze no planned street closures, although
S a r a t o �i�►J ��►J o n d t o, 1J���e naffic on Cox Avenue will be periodically
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T'he next phase of the project is the Sazatoga
More than 60 residents responded to the emergency information on disasters such as last Avenue interchange. This is scheduled to begin
City's annual opinion survey expressing their October's earthquake. in Spring of 1991 and be completed in Fall of
feelings on issues Sazatoga's City Council should 1992. Construction from Stevens Creek
address in 1990 and services citizens would like to Better traffic law enforcement was called for
see im roved. by two residents. The remaining requests for Boulevard to Prospect Road is scheduled to
P catch basin clearing, street sealing and design begin in May 1991,and be completed in May
All of the issue and service improvement review for new development are ongoing 1993,the Prospect Road to Saratoga Creek
responses will be reviewed by the City Council as programs which the City is constantly reviewing to ° section is scheduled to begin in December
a part of its annual workshop on policy and the improve performance. 1990 and end in June 1992, and the section
budget in early May. Actions taken by the City ' from Saratoga Geek to Quito Road will begin
Council will be incorporated into the revised Issues that citizens would like to see in July 1991 and end in January 1993.
budget and work plan for the coming year. addressed included the problem of RV,boat, ,
camper,and car parking in front of houses and \
T'hirteen residents would like to see an using front yards for car repair. Housing and �
improved street sweeping schedule. Two development,especially in the hills,also was an � S5
residents asked for semi-annual trash pickup of issue with several people. Residents asked for . \\ �
large items. Also mentioned for service tougher development rules,smaller houses in the ;�
improvement was quarterly household hazardous hills,and also the creation of more small,energy '�
waste drop-off, an oak tree planting program, efficient houses especially for seniors in other parts ���.p
after-school care of children, and better of the City. (P/ease see page 3) �'j'p�
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� Your Vote Needed � . � �
�.�o_�o Hel You
� The California Statewide primary election will � � �
� be held June 5, 1990. If you have not p USED '�
registered to vote,the deadline is May 7, 1990. B4�K d Technical and financial assistance is available
You must register to vote if you have moved * STORE � � from the Saratoga Housing Assistance And
(including changing your apartment number), ���aa e�r.� Rehabilitation Program(SHARP)to eligible City
chan ed our name,or wish to chan e our . o�,,,,,�„��u
� g Y g Y residents making improvements and repairs to their
political party. homes.
Book Recycling Program
For those interested in the nuts and bolts of an The community and the Friends of the SHARP is funded entirely through the Federal
election,the City of Saratoga needs polling place Saratoga Libraries have been recycling books for Community Development Block Grant Program.
workers. The day is long from 6:30 a.m.to 9:30 seven years via the Friends' used book store,the In operation since 1975,the program helps
p.m.and the pay is$50 for inspectors and$40 for Book-Go-Round. Proceeds from the store support preserve the City's existing housing stock and
clerks. Training will be provided so for an programs,fund special projects, and buy books for helps maintain viable housing opportunities for
interesting experience call(408)299-2694 or pick the Sazatoga Community Library. those of low to moderate income.
( up a poll worker application form from the recep- .
tionist at City Ha1L Regular book recycling centers aze the Program Eligibility
�� � Community Library (box inside front gate) and Program eligibility is determined by family _
� the bookstore itself. Curbside service for large size and income,with low interest rate loans
� c:;+ � donations can be arranged by calling the store. varying from 0 percent to 7 percent based on ,
� Magazines and Readers Digest Condensed books ability to pay.
; do not qualify for this program. `
' Maximum annual family income for eligibility
! . The Book-Go-Round used bookstore is currentIy ranges from$25,000 for a one-person
! � • located at the corner of Oak Street and Saratoga/ household to$42,500 for a family of seven. Loans
RLos Gatos Road. Store hours are 10 a.m. to 4 of up to$35,000 may be granted for a term of 20
� p.m., Wednesday through Saturday. For more yeazs. A sepazate program for rental units is also
information call 867-5552 or 867-0564. available. ,
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Vehicle Repair azea°° (generally being the space between the ' �
R The Saratoga City ordinance on vehide repairs house and the street). Except for emergency
has changed,reducing the time for repairs,no vehicle repairs may be conducted on
completing emergency repairs on private property private property within public view. In addition,
, from 120 hours to 48 hours. The time to perform � emergency repairs may not be conducted on a �
emergency repairs on any public street remains at "regular basis." The re-occurrence of any repair
48 hours from the time of breakdown. activity within a period of 15 days will be
considered a"regular basis." A citation may be
The private property azea referred to in the or- issued to anyone making emergency repairs on a
dinance is the "front area" and "exterior side regulaz basis.
SHARP loan funds may be used for a new
HO�sehold Hazardous Waste Event roof,electrical work,plumbing,termite repairs,
heating,structural repairs,and painting.
�0 ular with Sarato �.! �esident� Free Services Provided
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the homeowner in determining the scope of
A rainy Saturday did not deter participants California law such commodities cannot legally improvements needed,completing a total cost
from attending the first Household Hazardous be disposed of in the trash,the storm drain or estimate,obtaining bids from licensed contractors,
Waste Collection held at the Campbell dumped on land. and performing inspections of the repair work. The
Community Center March 10. Over 1200 people City's goal is to provide at least five new loans per
attended the event, with the largest number from Because of the high cost of the event($117 Yeaz'•
Saratoga. per car.), it will be another year before it will be
Todd Argow, Community Services Director repeated. The need for additional funds and It is estimated that over$1 million in no-or
for the City of Saratoga, said,"The piles of long-term financing is evident after this first low-interest loans have been granted to Sazatogans
products created a mini-skyline of sorts." The , test-run attracted more participants than was since the inception of the program.
household hazardous waste products collected originally anticipated.
I : consisted mainly of paints, motor oil, pesticides, ESO Handyworker Program
{ solvents, acids, cleaners, car batteries and Argow points out that the City is lobbying In addition to Saratoga's program,the office of
photo-development materials. Santa Clara County to coordinate similar events Economic and Social Opportunities(ESO),a.
on a regional cost-sharing basis to lower the costs private non-profit agency,provides free home
: The one-day event was held in involved for individual cities. The City's and , improvement repairs to qualified homeowners.
cooperation with the cities of Campbell, Los County's long range goal is to lobby the state to The eligibility requirements for the Handyworker -
re uire that eo le urchasin the hazardous program are the same as those for SHARP.
Gatos and Monte Sereno and was intended to 9 P P P g
protect the environment by preventing the materials contribute to a special fund through
hazardous materials from getting into landfills and built-in costs for the product. The money would �e Handyworker program is designed to
the water supply. go to agencies financing household hazardous provide minor plumbing and carpentry services for
waste events instead of the product manufacturer. the repair/replacement of such things as doors,
• Residents were invited to bring their windows,faucets and drains,bathroom walls and
household hazardous wastes to the site and drop A brochure describing alternatives to floors,handrails,electrical fixtures,steps,wall and
� them off at no chazge. Household hazardous hazazdous materials is available at City Hall. Ca1L ceiling repairs,and water heaters. Funds for this
wastes include paint products, solvents, Todd Argow at 867-3438,extension 218 for more program are limited,so interested residents should
insecticides, antifreeze, and other such chemicals ' information. contact the City soon.
that are hazardous to the environment. Under •
a � ����t �.��� ��� �� � Saratoga homeowners who think they may
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; � �, � their home,or for the Handyworker program,are
�`��'� � ' � `� '� ' ` '�` invited to contact James Walgren or Carolyn King
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Saratoga residents add to a"mini-skyline"of hazardous waste at the region's temporary collection center.
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On October 17, 1989,the Loma Prieta earth- '`� �
quake caused extensive damage to numerous struc z;, ; E The fourth consecutive year of drought in
tures in Saratoga. One example of that damage ��, �£ `; -� �� �, Y�,�`-� � ° � � Santa Clara County causes mandatory water
was a structural fire to a residence which started in ��z ;, � � � •' �."�
� � , rationing to begin again in April. A 20 percent
the garage when the water heater tipped over �`; , ` : _ _" ; ; :: reduction from the 1987 level in water use is the
igniting combustibles. z',t`� � � . �� ;',S� ��A ` ` goal set by San Jose Water Company,the water
The citizens of Saratoga can take steps to �`;` � � ' ` = :_�� s g = a, retailer serving Saratoga.
safeguard their homes against this type of ; ��; � - `s���f, '
earthquake damage. One preventive measure is to ; :"�L <�.�,3 _ T,s. �',C :`� "' -�`� On March 21 the City Council introduced an
secure your water heater. ;�;. � �; , ; _ ,�T�`-�S :; ` S ordinance to amend last yeaz's ordinance which
�� � �; established restrictions and regulations for the
The most common method for securing the �` ''' �� �' � conservation of water within the City. The
water heater is with the use of"plumber's tape." = — amendment changes the hours during which
To secure the water heater,loop plumber's tape y;., . '�'�--- residents are prohibited from doing outdoor .
azound the tank and attach to studs on each side � �: s ;= ' watering to 10 a.m. through 6 p.m., and allows
with 1/4-inch-diameter lag screws or bolts, with ���`� � , � , � , restaurants to serve water without a special
washers. , F'= � � ,� request. All of the other water use restrictions
Take a few minutes of your time and secure .� `�k �� ;': � 4 t ; remain in effect.
your water heater today to prevent a possible '� � �'Y� � rs, , � '
disaster tomonow. . . All cities in Santa Clara County aze adopting
similar ordinances in order to achieve their
commitment to reduce overall reduction in water
State Law Re uires - usage°�er 19g'.
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Waste Reduction Pro ram '. N°a�`'"i`ies result'ng '°Water Was`e
¢ shall be allowed, including, but not
a ' = limited to,flooding or runoff on side-
walks, streets or gutters.
In January a new state law went into effect reducing our waste in three ways. The first
that will require California residents to cut in half priority and most effective way is known as 2. No use of water for cleaning of side- �
the amount of trash put out at the curb each week "Source Reduction". This means not creating the walks,driveways, patios,parking lots or
by the year 2000. This is a program that both City need for disposal in the first place. We can other ltard surface areas shall be allowed.
officials and residents will work together on to accomplish this by reducing significantly our use
implement to everyone's satisfaction. of disposable products such as diapers and paper 3. No use of water through a hose for
goods, and not purchasing consumer products that • washing cars,buses,boats, trailers or
aze over-packaged. In short,this may mean that other vehicles shall be allowed without a'
Known as the Integrated Solid Waste convenience will have to be sacrificed a little to positive automatic shut-down valve on
Management Planning Act of 1989,this law reduce the use of disposable items. the outlet of the hose.
requires each city and county to reduce the
amount of waste being deposited in landfills 25 The second of the State's priorities for waste 4. No decorative fountain or other form of
percent by 1995 and 50 percent by 2000. Failure reduction is through"Recycling". This not only decorative water display shall be �
to come up with a plan and activities to reduce means curbside recycling of materials which operated.
waste as required means cities can be fined up to Saratoga started doing in February,but also the
$10,000 a day for non-compliance starting July 1, recycling of yard wastes through composting, - - ` 5. No tap water shall be used for "
1991. By this date,the City must submit a plan to again on a city wide basis. Leaves,grass cuttings, construction purposes,such as
reduce solid waste at its source,recycle solid weeds, and dead plant material aze a significant consolidation of back-fi1L ,
waste, and compost vegetation citywide to result component of solid waste deposited in landfills.
in a 25 percent reduction of waste being deposited Methods must be found to divert a lazge part of 6. No water waste due to a broken or
in the landfill. By 1995 the City must develop this organic waste, such as through composting, to defective plumbing, sprinkler or
and start to implement a plan to reduce the waste , put it back into the ground from which it came. irrigation system shall be allowed.
deposited by 50 percent. Both plans must be ap- ,
proved by the state and reviewed every two yeazs The third method of waste reduction is '7, No exterior landscape watering shall be
for compliance with adopted plans. through what the state calls "Transformation". allowed during any day between the
T'his means using solid waste as fuel to generate hours of 10 a.m. and 6 p.m.
Solid waste disposal is a serious issue to the energy --not a reality for Saratoga or Santa Clara
state and its citizens because landfill space is County now,but this may become a possible g. No hydrant flushing shall be permitted,
becoming harder and harder to find. In some solution in the future. except where required for public health
areas of the country it costs more than$100 a ton ,
to get rid of solid waste at a landfill compared to New Ideas Welcome or safety.
about$21 a ton in Santa Claza County. . A new program of this size cannot be handled
with existing City staff. Saratoga, along with the 9. No building,grading or plumbing permits
Sarato a's new curbside rec clin ro am is shall be issued for the drilling, �
g y 8 p � other West Valley communities that use Green installation,connection or operation of a
in response to the current landfill crisis in the Valley Disposal and the Guadelupe landfill, is new water well or the reactivation of any
urbanized areas of California. The four West exploring the creation of staff to serve all four
Valley cities which use the Guadelupe landfill are cities in developing a waste reduction program existing well not in use as of the date this
workin to ether in contractin with Green Valle Ordinance is adopted. .
g g g Y just as the cities now share staff hired by Los
Disposal which was the low bidder for the Gatos to operate the paratransit system for seniors In addition to complying with these :
curbside recycling program. The monthly charge and handicapped people. . restrictions, residents are urged to read the
of $.82 per household is the cost of collecting and water-saving tips available from the San Jose
preparing items for recycling which is in excess of Saratoga now has about 15 months to meet Water Company and Santa Clara Water District,
the market value of the material collected. The the requirements of this new state program. We and do everything possible to reduce water usage.
contract with Green Valley Disposal provides for will have future articles to update you on our Conserving now will pay off for all of this
the price to remain the same for five years. progress. In the meantime,the City welcomes summer, next year, and into the future.
ideas from the community on ways to reduce solid -
Three Ways of Reduction + waste or improve and expand the recycling and :
The strategy required by the state involves household hazardous waste disposal programs. S A N T A C L A R A V A � L E Y
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(Conrinued jrom page 1) Saratoga/Sunnyvale Road and rescinding the :
freeway agreement for Route 85.
Another topic of interest was road Leaf blower noise still remains an issue for 1 �►s`e� �Qn�e.S�
maintenance. Some citizens want to end the some. Several citizens are concerned about
utility user tax for road repair and want to force recycling, with the issues ranging from wanting May is Water Awareness Month. In honor of
homeowners to repair and adequately maintain the City to do more,to making recycling optional. this event,a poster contest is being held for fourth �
private streets. Requests were made to improve Law enforcement was an issue for some people grade students in the county. The winning designs ,
Bohlman and Pierce Roads and continue to work who want the City to crack down on speeders, will be used in a 1991 water conservation calendar,
on completing landscape median improvements , leash law violators, municipal code violators and and the winners will receive a season pass to Great . �
on Saratoga/Sunnyvale Road and Fruitvale people who park illegally. America Theme Park. There will be a winner from I
Avenue. Residents would like to see an each city.
improvement in landscape maintenance along � Other issues mentioned by citizens include a
Cox Avenue, street lighting, and bike path senior citizen discount far cable television, The contest is sponsored by San Jose Water ,
maintenance. _ having all of Saratoga in one school district, company, in cooperation with the Santa Claza �
adding water fountains and restrooms to Gazdiner Valley Water District and Santa Clara County. ►. _
Traffic concerns in Saratoga include Pazk,enacting a leash law for cats, and having the For more information,contact your local
prohibiting U-turns except at signalized postal service add a branch post office at elementary school,or the water company.
intersections,synchronizing tr�c signals along Argonaut Shopping Center.
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T'he Hakone Foundation will hold a Ground-
breaking Ceremony for the new Cultural Center at .
Hakone Gardens on Sunday,April 29. The 2,000 ' "'� ��^��- Y— ` -
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squaze foot building, to be constructed in the style � �; :2`M""`="�'. -�v >; '
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of a Japanese home of 160 years ago, will be the �:t..."-- -:�`' '= '
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Participating in the 2 p.m. groundbreaking ! � '`�� . • ��,
will be Ja anese visitors, Cit of Sarato a :<•. �n ��-�� =-
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officials, and Hakone Foundation members. A a - � • ; "' � ,;w ''; �- ! .� '
Buddhist Priest from Japan will preside over the �i� � i � � y +� I� . s: r� �: '•I �I (
ceremonies which are open to the public. Don _:�i : 1; . :_ � -�._ y�,Y `
Miller, Foundation President, said that space �,. _
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. at the site is limited, so those planning to attend - ` - _
the ceremony should notify the City Manager's' - - --�
Office at 867-3438. A private reception in
honor of the Japanese visitors will be held at the When completed,the Hakone Gardens Cultural Center will be the first public building of its kind in the United States.
Saratoga Community Center following the event.
The Center will house a main assembly room program as integral to the cultural exchange �
_ In May, while grading and other site with a raised stage which can also be used as a tea between Saratoga and Japan.
development work is taking place, the Cultural ceremony room. Adjacent to the stage will be a •
Center building will be constructed in Japan. The tea rriuseum displaying artifacts related to the tea Financing for the construction of the Cultural
structure will then be taken apart and shipped to ceremony. The main room will be available for Center and its operation will come from funds
Saratoga in August. In September, 13 Japanese rental for business meetings and other uses. raised by the Foundation, donations, and a City �
craftsmen will arrive to reassemble the building grant. The Foundation welcomes all
on its site in the Gardens on the knoll near the - donations. Please send your contribution to P.O.
present Lower House. It is expected that the In the Center there will also be an apartment Box 2324, Saratoga, CA 95070-0324. Those
Japanese workers will spend approximately 18 which will house an artist-in-residence. The interested in learning more about the Foundation �
weeks completing the task. Hakone Foundation sees the artist-in-residence can call 867-7653.
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- Committee Seeks
� Saratoga Adult Day Care . .
. � , Rep�esentative
Center Welcomes New Members �e lack of affordable housing in Santa Clara
County is a matter of great concern to many
��:���� people. Saratogans can serve as the City's
Ten years ago Adult Day Care was a ;��
":�A� �.',. �'�,� W �al ' representative on an advisory body dealing with
little-known concept in the United States. Today �'F��� ��� ��
it is being recognized as a financially feasible way � �"`' " � �`��� the use of federal Community Development Block
to give less independent adults the support and the ' Grant Funds in Santa Clara County and become
respect they deserve. Recently the television �� '"���� � . involved in finding solutions to the housing
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e.. ' � ,. .�<<N�. � problem.
show"48 Hours"and Newsweek cited Adult Day � �'
Care as one of the most viable systems of care for �"�' ���. ��;
the frail elderly and their caregivers. � `� ���� '�',4i����, ',y-�� ''�� The City Council invites interested residents
� ' �` 'bm �� to apply for appointment as Saratoga's
° ''`� re resentative to the Housin and Communi
The Saratoga Adult Day Care Center opened Develo ment Citizens Advi o Committee ty
in January 1988 and is one of the newest Centers �� p �'
in Santa Clara County. On Tuesdays,Wednesdays ;�; (CAC)for the Urban County Community
and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. participants •�� ' Development Block Grant Program.
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enjoy a variety of activities which include •
exercise, current events, crafts, music, lunch and The Saratoga�ldult Day Care Center helps seniors stay involved. The HCD Citizens Advisory Committee is the
snacks. policy-recommending body to the HCD Council
or wheelchair. People with Alzheimer's Disease, Committee which is composed of a representative
Besides maintaining the quality of life for the memory loss or confusion are also welcome. The of each of the City Councils of the seven
participants and enabling them to stay involved in Center's goal is to enable a person to live as participating cities and a member of the County
the world and their community,the Center also enriched a life as possible for as long as possible. Board of Supervisors. The CAC makes
provides a very important service --respite for the recommendations on the planning, monitoring and
caregiver. The Center services people who are . The Center currently has several openings. If implementation of the Santa Clara County HCD
frail due to age but are otherwise fine. It also you or someone you know is interested in taking �'ogram and the development of a
serves those who have had a stroke or some other part in this valuable program,please call Rita or cctmprehensive, coordinated housing and
,._ disability condition and may need to use a walker Karen at 867-3438,extension 262. community development plan.
Members of the CAC are selected by City
New Rules �ouncils and the Board of Supervisors. They are
responsible for reviewing program materials and
(Conrinued,(rom page 1) developing recommendations from a county-wide
' City Council to conduct a workshop on the new perspective.
* New requirements for integration and rules. T'he workshop will allow the financial
approval of all improvement and grading community, developers and the general public to 'I`he HCD Citizens Advisory Committee
plans before any work is allowed to begin. discuss the new rules before a final generally meets on the fourth Thursday of the
' recommendation is made by the Planning Com- month, at 7 p.m., at the County offices on West
* New requirements for project develop- mission to the full City Council in May. Hedding Street in San Jose. For more information
� ment coordination which must be • or to obtain an application,contact Carolyn King,
� completed before work is allowed to start. Increasing development makes changes Assistant to the City Manager, at 867-3438
necessary
extension 212.
* New agreements which contain all In prior years, development of
development conditions to be satisfied subdivisions was often a multi-part process. Plans tentative approval. T'his will give members of the
- - and all environmental mitigation were approved for streets and utilities, and public and sunounding community a better idea as
requirements to be met and how each is separate plans were often approved later for off-• to what is being proposed and what environmental
- to be accomplished. T'he agreement is to site improvements or grading of lots. Inspections safeguards are being built into the project.
be signed by the property owner,all were made at certain points during the construc-
agents of the property owner and all tion process, similar to the way buildings were City Responds to Illegal Activity
contractors who are selected by the owner inspected. In response to illegal activity on Chiquita
to work on the project. These proposals
will help the City meet new State require- The management staff has concluded that Way and Old Oak Way,the City has filed criminal
ments. with the increasing development in the hillside charges against Anthony Cocciardi. He was
areas of the City,the process which had been charged for removing 41 ordinance-sized trees and
* New requirements for notification when followed for many years is no longer adequate. for grading on several lots in the subdivision and
I work is going to start and stop,and daily While most developers do follow the rules,under and the property owned by Cocciardi which is
inspections and reports by the City's the current system of approval and inspection protected by the Williamson Act.
inspectars to assure all activity is there is too much opportunity for developers to • _
li approved and meets all standards and damage environmentally sensitive land either in- Civil suits have also been filed by the City
� specifications: advertently or through deliberate violation of the which seek restoration of the property and damages
I ... city requirements. of$1 million for violation of the Williamson Act, ,
Workshop planned violation of an open space easement granted to the
jIn addition to the proposal, the Mayor, The new system is designed to prevent that City,and failure to follow the mitigation measures
Planning Commission Chair, City Manager and from happening. This system also requires more set forth in the Enviromental Impact Report(EIR)
Planning Director have been instructed by the complete planning of the project before it receives adopted for the project in 1980. . . , . . .�. . . . . .
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