Minutes 1972/10/02
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Res. #1678
Bonds re:
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Proj. 71-1
Pub. Hear. re:
Zoning Ord.
Amend.
Pub.Hear. re:
Zon. Ord.
Amend. & Add.
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Gilroy, California
October 2, 1972
The Regular Meeting of the Gilroy City Council was called to
order by His Honor Mayor Norman B. Goodrich at 8:01 p.m.
Present: Council Members: Fred P. Batrez, George T. Duffin,
John Hughan, John E. Pate, Anthony C. Silva, David V. Stout, and
Norman B. Goodrich.
Motion was made by Councilman Hughan seconded by Councilman Pate
that the following items on the consent calendar be approved. Passed
and adopted by the following Roll Call Vote: Ayes: Council Members:
Batrez, Duffin, Hughan, Pate, Silva, Stout and Goodrich.
Consent Calendar Items: Council Minutes of September 18, 1972
regular meeting; and Adopted Resolution No. 1678 Calling for Bids
(October 18, 1972 .. 3:00 p.m.) on Sale of Improvement Bonds for IIRonan
Avenue - South Chestnut Street Project No. 1971-1.11 (Bids to be considered
by Council at a Regular Adjourned Meeting of October 18, 1972.)
RESOLUTION NO. 1678
A RESOLUTION CALLING FOR BIDS ON SALE OF IMPROVEMENT BONDS - RONAN
AVENUE - SOUTH CHESTNUT STREET - PROJECT NO. 1971-1.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 2nd day of October, 1972, by the following
vote:
AYES:
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
Batrez, Duff in,
and Goodrich
None
None
Hughan, Pate, Silva, Stout,
NOES:
ABSENT:
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
The Mayor stated that it was the time and place scheduled for a
Public Hearing on a proposal of the Planning Commission to amend Zoning
Ordinance Sections 55. 1,55.2,55.4 and 55.7(c) regarding Planned Unit
Development. Director of Public Works Henry explained the proposed
amendments. The Mayor asked if there was anyone in the audience wishing
to speak for or against the proposed amendments. There was no comment from
anyone in the audience. Motion was made by Counci Iman Batrez seconded by
Councilman Silva and carried that the Public Hearing be closed. Dis-
cussion was had by Council in regard to said amendments. The Mayor re-
opened the hearing in order to hear a further explanation from Planning
Assistant Lefaver. Further discussion was had on the matter. Motion was
made by Councilman Pate seconded by Councilman Batrez and carried that
the Public Hearing be closed.
Motion was made by Councilman Pate seconded by Councilman Duffin
and carried that the proposed amendments be approved as corrected in
regard to Section 51. I (e) and 55.4. Counci lman Stout voted Ilnoll on the
mot ion.
Motion was made by Councilman Pate seconded by Councilman Duffin
and carried that the proposed ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance
be introduced and published by title and summary. Councilman Stout
voted "no" on the motion.
The Mayor stated that it was the time and place scheduled for a
Public Hearing on a Proposal of the Planning Commission to Amend Section
68.13(a) and (b) and add Section 68.13(d) and (e) of the Zoning Ordinance
to require a permit on vacant lot signs over one acre; allow subdivision
signs to be approved by the Secretary of the Planning Commission; and
require a deposit on subdivision signs to insure removal. Director of
Public Works Henry explained the proposal of the Planning Commission.
The Mayor asked if there was anyone in the audience wishing to speak for
or against the proposal. There was no comment from anyone in the audience.
Discussion was had by Council in regard to the matter. Motion was made
by Councilman Batrez seconded by Councilman Pate and carried that the
Public Hearing be closed. Motion was made by Councilman Hughan seconded
by Councilman Batrez and carried that the proposed ordinance with cor-
rections stated be introduced and published by title and summary.
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Hearing re:
Appeal for
Flea Mkt.
Res. #1679
Gilroy Com-
munity Ctr.
The Mayor stated that it was the time and place scheduled
for a hearing on an appeal of Dan Moreno regarding the Planning Com-
mission's decision denying a conditional use permit to allow a Flea
Market at 971 First Street. Mr. Steven Manchester, attorney represent-
ing Mr. Dan Moreno, applicant, addressed the Council and further ex-
plained the request for said Flea Market, noting that the applicant
would agree to any condition set forth in order to conduct said Flea
Market. Motion was made by Councilman Stout seconded by Councilman
Hughan and carried that the Council affirm the decision of the Planning
Commission in regard to the original application for said Flea Market
proposal. It was suggested that the applicant re-apply for said condi-
tional use permit on the basis of the new operational conditions pro-
posed by Mr. Steven Manchester.
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Motion was made by Councilman Pate seconded by Councilman
Stout that the reading of Resolution No. 1679 be waived and that it
be adopted.
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RESOLUTION NO. 1679
RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GILROY DENYING THE APPLICATION
OF MORENO AND BLACKLEDGE FOR A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO OPERATE A FLEA
MARKET AT 971 FIRST STREET IN THE CITY OF GILROY ON APPEAL FROM RESO-
LUTION NO. 615 OF THE PLANNING COM~tSSION DENYING SAME.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 2nd day of October, 1972, by the following vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Batrez, Duffin, Hughan, Pate, Stout, Silva
and Goodrich
COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
NOES:
ABSENT:
Mr. Thomas E. Kinoshita, Acting Director of Gilroy Community
Center and Mr. Gary Sacco addressed the Council requesting Financial
Support and Manpower Assistance. Discussion was had on the matter.
Council took no action in regard to same and requested that said organi-
zation's activities in order to better evaluate said request.
Proposition 20 A letter from the City of Half Moon Bay was noted in opposition ::J.t.
to Proposition 20. Said letter was ordered filed. .
March of Dimes
St. Jude's
Children's
Research
Hospital
Bicycle Safety
Grant
UNICEF
Cable TV
A letter from the March of Dimes, Santa Clara County Chapter was
presented requesting a permit to conduct an annual fund drive during
January, 1973. Motion was made by Councilman Duffin seconded by Council-
man Pate and carried that the request of the March of Dimes be approved.
A letter from St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital was presented
requesting a proclamation and permit for Teenagers March for the week of
October 22, 1972. Motion was made by Councilman Pate seconded by Council-
man Silva and carried that the request be granted.
A letter from the City of San Jose was presented in regard to a
Bicycle Safety Grant. City Administrator Wood referred said information
to the City Attorney and noted that he would attend a meeting in regard
to same on October 4, 1972.
A letter from UNICEF, Santa Clara Valley Committee was presented
requesting a proclamation for October 31 as National UNICEF Day. Motion
~~: ~:~~e~i ~~u~~~~:~:d~Ughan seconded by Councilman Pate and carried that ~
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Council requested that annual solicitation requests be placed
on the Consent Calendar portion of the Council Agendas.
A letter from the Senate Publ ic Utilities and Corp. Committee
was noted in regard to a hearing October 17, 1972, at ~O:OO a.m. at
150 Oak Street, Room 22, San Francisco, regarding State regulation of
the Cable Television Industry.
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Route 152
S. C . Co. PIa n.
Pol. Com.
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A letter from Assemblyman Richard Hayden was noted in regard
to Rou te 152.
The Minutes of the Santa Clara County Planning Policy Committee
Meeting of August 24, 1972, were noted.
S.C.Co. Airport The Minutes of the Santa Clara County Airport Land Use Commission
Land Com. meeting of August 24, 1972, were noted.
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Plan. Com.
Report
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Monthly Reports
Disbursements
Gymkhana Prop.
J. Ordaz
Stop Signs-
Forest &
Lewis
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Res.#l680
Ambulance
Rates
Urban Dev.
Po I icy
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A 1 ex . St.
Truck Rte.
The Report of the Planning Commission meeting of September 21,
1972, was noted.
The Summary of the Monthly Reports of August, 1972, was noted.
The Report of Disbursements from September 1, 1972, to September
30, 1972, was noted and discussed.
City Administrator Wood and City Attorney Jacobs reported on the
status of formerly city-owned property purchased by Joseph Ordaz, et ux.
Discussion was had on the matter. Motion was made by Councilman Batrez
seconded by Councilman Silva and carried that the City Administrator be
authorized to execute a Quit Claim Deed on behalf of the City in regard
to a stipulation on said original deed.
A Report from the Chief of Police was presented regarding a
request of residents in the vicinity of Forest and Lewis Streets, for
4-way stop signs at said intersection. Motion was made by Councilman
Pate seconded by Councilman Silva and carried that the Chief of Police's
report and his alternate proposed control method be accepted in regard
to not installing said stop signs requested. Council also requested
that the circulator of the petition be forwarded a copy of the Chief of
Po 1 ice's report.
Mr. Holdway, owner of Gilroy Ambulance Company addressed the
Council in regard to a request for ambulance rate increase. Discussion
was had in regard to same. Motion was made by Councilman Stout seconded
by Councilman Batrez that the reading of Resolution No. 1680 be waived
and that it be adopted, approving the ambulance rate increases requested.
RESOLUTION NO. 1680
RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GILROY ESTABLISHING THE MAXIMUM
RATE SCHEDULE TO BE CHARGED BY AMBULANCE OPERATORS WITHIN THE CITY OF
GILROY.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 2nd day of October, 1972, by the following vote:
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Batrez, Duffin, Pate, Hughan, Silva, Stout,
and Goodrich
COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
NOES:
ABSENT:
Planning Assistant Lefaver addressed the Council and explained
a report on the proposed Urban Development Policy. Discussion was had
on thematter. Motion was made by Councilman Pate seconded by Council-
man Duffin and carried that the Urban Development Policy be approved as
presented with the following corrections: Delete "Stage Development"
from the first section and place same under "General Urban Policy for
Gilroy" and delete the word "certain" on page 6. Councilman Stout voted
"no" on the motion. Counci 1 also requested that said pol icy be reproduced
in some format for public use, to include the map changes. Councilman
Stout also requested that copies of same be forwarded to each Council
Member upon completion of same.
Councilman Stout inquired about the enforcement of the Truck
Route on Alexander Street. City Administrator Wood noted ~at same
would be investigated.
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Imp. DIst.
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Jaycees
League Conf.
St. Ma i n t.
Proj.
71-1 . City Administrator Wood reported that Mr. Joseph Mondelli
had verbally agreed to allow the City to relocate the residence re: Sowth
Chestnut ~treet Improv~ment .project 1971-1 back upon his property in
order for the City to put said building out to bid at a minimum bid
of $2,000.00 to be Opened October 20, 1972, at such time allow for sub-
mission of oral bids to be 5% higher than any written bids received;
require a 10% cash deposit with the balance to be paid within 5 days
following the sale of the building, same to be moved within 30 days
following consumation of said sale. Council approved the terms as
proposed and outlined by the City Administrator.
City Administrator Wood reported that the Jaycees will be collect-
ing children's clothing for a non-profit project of said organization.
City Administrator Wood requested Council to confirm reserva-
tions for the annual League of California Cities' Conference in Anaheim
on October 16-18,1972. Council Members Stout and Silva indicated that
they would not be able to attend same.
Discussion was had in regard to the Street Maintenance Program
with the County at the Northwood Subdivision location.
Sharing The Mayor noted receipt of a telegram from Senators Cranston
and Tunney in regard to the City's revenue sharing allotment in the
amount of $132,000.00 of which one-half is to be received this month
and the balance in January, 1973.
Revenue
Apport.
Inter-City
Counc i 1
Adjournment
Councilmen Pate and Batrez requested that reservations be made
for the Inter-City Council Meeting of October 5, 1972, at Plateau 7
in San Jose.
At 11: 10 p.m., motion was made by Councilman Batrez seconded
by Councilman Stout and carried that the meeting adjourn to Wednesday,
October 18, 1972, at 8:00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
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