Minutes 1974/06/03
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June 3, 1974
Gilroy, California
The Regular Meeting of the Gilroy City Council was called to order by
His Honor Mayor Norman B. Goodrich at 8:01 p.m.
Roll Call
Present: Council Members: Dennis L. DeBell, George T. Duffin, John
Hughan, John E. Pate, Anthony C. Silva, David V. Stout and Norman B. Goodrich.
Intro. Promotion The Mayor introduced Donald R. Kludt, promoted to Police Patrolman
City Emp. from Patrolman Trainee.
Consent
Calendar
Motion was made by Councilman Pate seconded by Councilman Silva that
the followi~ items under the Consent Calendar be approved. Passed and adopted
by the following Roll Call Vote: Ayes: Counci 1 Members: DeBell, Duffin,
Hughan, Silva, Stout and Goodrich.
Minutes Minutes of the May 20, 1974, Regular Counc i 1 Meeting;
Minutes Minutes of the May 28, 1974, Special Counc i 1 Meeting;
Pub. Hear. re: Set June 17, 1974, as Public Hearing for the 1974-75 Proposed City Bydget.
1974-75
Budget
It was noted that Mr. Dan McCorquodale, Supervisor, would not be
present to present information regarding rail service between Santa Cruz
and Santa Clara Counties.
Council on
Aging
S.C.Co.
A letter from the Social Planning Council of Santa Clara County was
noted in regard to nominations to the Council on Aging of Santa Clara County.
Council tabled action on same and instructed the Mayor to contact the Senior
Citizens' Group to determine if they had any recommendations for said nomi-
nation and, if so, submit said names in order to comply with the request for
nominations by June 10, 1974.
Discussion was had in regard to moving this Council Meeting to the
Gilroy Justice Court, at 7350 Rosanna Street, due to the Concert scheduleq
in the Wheeler Auditorium and difficulty in hearing as a result of same.
The Mayor recessed the meeting at 8:07 p.m. and reconvened the meeting at
8:13 p.m. at the Gilroy Justice Court.
Committee on
Aging as
Area Agency
for S.C.Co.
League Leg.
Bu 11 e tin
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Co. Charter
Review
Committee
Bonanza Days
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A letter from the State Office on Aging was noted requesting nomi-
nating the Committee on Aging of the Social Planning Council of Santa Clara
County as the Area Agency for Santa Clara. Motion was made by Councilman
Hughan seconded by Councilman Duffin and carried that the City endorse said
Nominating Committee on Aging of the Social Planning Council of Santa Clara
County as the Area Agency for Santa Clara County.
A League of Cal ifornia Cities Legislative Bulletin, dated May 28,
1974, was noted and discussed. Council instructed the City Administrator
to contact the League in regard to the City opposition to those Bil Is he
recommended opposing.
A letter from the County Charter Review Committee requesting City
comments was noted. Discussion was had on the matter. Motion was made by
Councilman Hughan seconded by Councilman Pate and carried that the City
endorse the concept that they are in favor of the one vote per City method
rather than the weighted vote method, and two (2) year, rather than four (4)
year Commission terms.
A letter from the Gilroy Bonanza Days' Committee was noted requesting
Parade Permits, Park Use, and Street Decorations Permit. Discussion was
had by City Administrator Wood in regard to the recent request of the local
churches to ban parades on Sunday mornings.
Norma Wilson, President of Bonanza Days' Committee, addressed the
Council and explained their problem in re-schedul ing said parade.
Mr. Ed Peterman, member of said Committee, addressed the Council
and reported that he recently met with the local churches and they are
definitely opposed to the scheduling of a parade on Sunday a.m.
Director of Public Works-City Engineer Hansen noted that the Monterey
Street Beautification project is scheduled to be in progress on the date
of said Parade.
Lee Berta, member of said Committee, addressed the Council and noted
that many cities have parades on Sunday mornings.
Motion was made by Councilman Duffin seconded by Counci lman Silva
and carried that the request of the Gilroy Bonanza Days' Committee for a
Parade on September 29, 1974, (Sunday a.m.) be approved, same to be conducted
on Monterey Street commencing at Eighth Street down Monterey Street to First
Street.
Discussion was had in regard to Bonanza Days Committee having ex-
clusive use of Christmas Hill Park. It was noted that since said Park is a
publ ic facility, the City's policy in the past has been to grant exclusive
use of the barbecue facilities only. It was further noted that the license
fees and permits could be obtained under one blanket fee of $25,to cover the
concessions, etc. for the entire celebration.
Motion was made by Councilman Pate seconded by Councilman Silva and
carried that the request of the Gilroy Bonanza Days' Committee for a Junior
Parade on September 28, 1974, at 11:00 a.m. be approved, same to be conducted
on Monterey Street commencing at Eighth Street down Monterey Street to First
Street and further permission be granted for the Committee to have flags placed
on the electroliers for said festivity.
A request of ABAG in regard to AB 2040 was noted requesting that
said Bill not be amended as proposed. Discussion was had on the matter.
Motion was made by Councilman Pate seconded by Councilman Duffin and carried
that Council support ABAG's position in this matter.
Council suggested that the local churches be encouraged to set
earl ier church services on the day of the Bonanza Day Parade scheduled for
September 29, 1974, a.m. in order to make Bonanza Days a celebration for
the entire Community.
The following informational items were noted with no separate dis-
cussion on same:
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S.C.Co. PPC & Mini Minutes of Santa Clara County Planning Policy Committee and
ALUC Meetings Airport Land Use Commission Meetings of May 23, 1974;
S.C. Valley Water Ordinance of the Santa Clara Valley Water District and Minutes of
Dist. Flood Control Zones Advisory Committee Meeting of February 20, 1974;
Land Div. Applic.
El Matador Tract;
Tract
ABAG Growth
Study
Traffic
Accidents
S B 2]86
P & R Com.
5/21/74
Personnel Com.
5/22/74
Lib. & Cult.
Com. Meet.
Monthly
Reports
Disbursements
Li brary
Project
California Highway Patrol Commending local reduction in injury
traffic accidents;
Assemblyman A. McAllister's letter in regard to SB 2786;
Report on Land Division applications in the vicinity of El Matador
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Santa Clara County City Managers' Group re: ABAG Growth Study.
The Minutes of the Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting of
May 21, 1974, were noted.
The Minutes of the Personnel Commission Meeting of May 22, 1974,
were noted. City Administrator Wood noted that Chief of Police Laizure had
presented the Study of the Police Department completed by P.O.S.T. and wished
to present same to Council. Said matter was tabled to await the Chief's
presence.
Personnel Director Reinsch presented information in regard to the
minimum wage and overtime law. It was noted that additional information
sould be present to Council upon receipt of a letter of confirmation from
the Department of Labor.
The Minutes of the Library and Culture Commission Meeting of May
7, 1974, were noted.
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The Summary of Monthly Reports of April, 1974, were noted.
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The Report of Disbursements from May 1, 1974, through May 31,
1974, were noted.
A request from the Architect, Robert Wong, for time extension on
the Library Project to compensate for inclimate weather and utility reloca-
tion delays was noted. City Administrator Wood recommended acknowledging
receipt of same and consider said extension if needed at a later date.
Motion was made by Councilman Duffin seconded by Councilman Stout and Cqrried
that the 35-day extension for said Library Project be granted as recommended
by the Architect.
Mont. St. Imp. The Preliminary Report and plans for the proposed Monterey Street
Proj. 74-3 Improvement Project 1974-3 were presented and explained by Engi~eer, W. K.
Henry, Jr., representing the firm of Garcia and Henry.
Res. #1806
Councilman Pate, property owner within the proposed district, noted
he would be absent in all discussions and action pertaining to same.
Mr. Philip D. Assaf, attorney, addressed the Council in regard to
modification in the Parking District No.1 Project 1964-1. Motion was made
by Councilman Duffin seconded by Councilman Silva that the reading of Reso-
lution No. 1806 be waived and that it be adopted.
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RESOLUTION NO. 1806
A RESOLUTION OF PRELIMINARY DETERMINATION AND OF INTENTION TO MAKE CHANGES
AND MODIFICATIONS - PARKING DISTRICT NO.1 PROJECT NO. 64-1.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 3rd day of June, 1974, by the following vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: DeBELL, DUFFIN, HUGHAN, SILVA, STOUT and GOODRICH
NOES~ COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: PATE
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Res. #1807
Mr. Assaf presented
Sealed Proposals and Fixing
Work Within Time Specified.
by Councilman Silva that the
that it be adopted.
and explained Resolution No. 1807 Calling for
Liquidated Damages for Failure to Complete the
Motion was made by Counci Iman Duffin seconded
reading of Resolution No. 1807 be waived and
RESOLUTION NO. 1807
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A RESOLUTION CALLING FOR SEALED PROPOSALS AND FIXING LIQUIDATED DAMAGES
FOR FAILURE TO COMPLETE THE WORK WITHIN TIME SPECIFIED - PARKING DISTRICT NO.
1 - PROJECT NO. 64-1.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 3rd day of June, 1974, by the following vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: DeBELL, DUFFIN, HUGHAN, SILVA, STOUT and GOODRICH
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: PATE
Res. #1808-1813 Mr. Assaf presented and explained the following resolution pertaining
to formation of Monterey Street Improvement Project 1974-3:
Resolution No. 1808, A Resolution Amending Resolution No. 1799
Entitled, IIA Resolution of Prel iminary Determination and of Intentionl~,
was read. On motion of Councilman Hughan seconded by Councilman DeBell and
unanimously carried, said Resolution was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 1808
A RESOLUTION AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 1799 ENTITLED, IIA RESOLUTION OF PRE-
LIMINARY DETERMINATION AND OF INTENTIONII -MONTEREY STREET IMPROVEMENT
PROJECT 1974-3.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 3rd day of June, 1974, by the following vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: DeBELL, DUFFIN, HUGHAN, SILVA, STOUT and GOODRICH
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: PATE
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It was noted that the Engineer presented his Report which consisted
of plans, specifications, maps and descriptions, estimate of costs, diagram
and assessment. After full discussion and consideration by the Council,
the Report was ordered filed.
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Resolution No. 1809, a Resolution of preliminary Approval of Engineer's
Report, was read. On motion of Councilman Hughan seconded by Councilman
DeBell, and unanimously carried, said Resolution was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 1809
A RESOLUTION OF PRELIMINARY APPROVAL OF ENGINEER'S REPORT - MONTEREY STREET
IMPROVEMENT PROJECT 1974-3.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 3rd day of June, 1974, by the following vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: DeBELL, DUFFIN, HUGHAN, SILVA, STOUT and GOODRICH
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBER: PATE
Resolution No. 1810, A Resolution Establ ishing Prevailing Wage Scale,
was read. On motion of Councilman Hughan seconded by Councilman DeBell and
unanimously carried, said Resolution was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 1810
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A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING PREVAILING WAGE SCALE - MONTEREY STREET IMPROVEMENT
PROJECT 1974-3.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 3rd day of June, 1974, by the following vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: DeBELL, DUFFIN, HUGHAN, SILVA, STOUT and GOODRICH
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBER: PATE
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Resolution No. 1811, A Resolution Appointing Time and Place of Hearing
Protests in Relation to Proposed Acquisitions and Improvements, and Directing
Notice, was read. On motion of Councilman Hughan seconded by Councilman
DeBell and unanimously carried, said Resolution was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 1811
A RESOLUTION APPOINTING TIME AND PLACE OF HEARING PROTESTS IN RELATION TO
PROPOSED ACQU I S IT! ONS AND IMPROVEMENTS, AND D I RECTI NG NOT! CE - MONTEREY
STREET IMPROVEMENT PROJECT 1974-3.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 3rd day of June, 1974, by the following vote:
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AYES:
COUNCIL MEMBERS: DeBELL, DUFFIN, HUGHAN, SILVA, STOUT and
GOODRICH
COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
COUNCIL MEMBERS: PATE
NOES:
ABSENT:
Resolution No. 1812, A Resolution Calling for Sealed Proposals and
Fixing Liquidated Damages for Failure to Complete the Work Within Time
Specified, was read. On motion of Councilman Hughan, seconded by Councilman
DeBell and unanimously carried, said Resolution was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 1812
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A RESOLUTION CALLING FOR SEALED PROPOSALS AND FIXING LIQUIDATED DAMAGES
FOR FAILURE TO COMPLETE THE WORK WITHIN TIME SPECIFIED - MONTEREY STREET
IMPROVEMENT PROJECT 1974-3.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 3rd day of June, 1974, by the following vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: DeBELL, DUFFIN, HUGHAN, SILVA, STOUT and GOODRICH
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: PATE
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Resolution No. 1813, A Resolution Describing Proposed Boundaries of
Assessment District, Directing Fil ing of Boundary Map and Assessment Diagram
and the Recordation of Notice of Assessment, was read. On motion of Councilman
Hughan seconded by Councilman DeBell and unanimously carried, said Resolu-
lution was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 1813
A RESOLUTION DESCRIBING PROPOSED BOUNDARIES OF ASSESSMENT DISTRICT, DIRECTING
FILING OF BOUNDARY MAP AND ASSESSMENT DIAGRAM AND THE RECORDATION OF NOTICE
OF ASSESSMENT - MONTEREY STREET IMPROVEMENT PROJECT 1974-3.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 3rd day of June, 1974, by the following vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: DeBELL, DUFFIN, HUGHAN, SILVA, STOUT and GOODRICH
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: PATE
Mr.Assaf, attorney, noted that Council Members owning property within
a proposed assessment district could, by law, with a complete disclosure of
assets, participate in the discussions and Council actions pertaining to such
assessment district.
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5 Yr.Cap. Imp.
Program
The Five Year Capital Improvement Program was presented for approval.
Motion was made by Councilman Pate seconded by Councilman Hughan and carried
that the 5 Year Capital I~provement P~ogram be approved as presented.
Res. #1814 701
Plan. Grant
City Administrator Wood presented a resolution in regard to the
Second Year 701 Planning Grant Funding, noting that same be approved on the
stipulation that Council approve and be fully satisfied with the First Year
701 Planning Grant. Motion was made by Councilman Hughan seconded by Councilman
DeBell that the reading of Resolution No. 1814 be waived and that it be aqopted
on the stipulation that Council approve and be fully satisfied with the First
Year 701 Planning Grant.
RESOLUTION NO. 1814
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GILROY REQUESTING THE COUNCIL
ON INTER-GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS TO RESERVE SECOND YEAR FUNDING UNDER 701
PLANN ING GRANT.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 3rd day of June, 1974, by the following vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: DeBELL, DUFFIN, HUGHAN, PATE, SILVA and GOODRICH .....
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: STOUT
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
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Discussion was had in regard to progress report on the First Year
701 Planning from Consultant, George S. Nolte. Council requested that same
be obtained from the Consultant.
Ranch El
Unit #2
Dorado Director of Publ ic Works-City Engineer Hansen presented and recommended
approval of the Tract Map and Subdivision Agreement for Tract 5507, Rancho El
Dorado, Unit #2. Discussion was had on the matter. Motion was made by Council-
man Pate seconded by Councilman Stout and carried that the Tract Map and Sub-
division Agreement for Tract 5507 Rancho El Dorado, Unit #2 be approved with
a change in the wording of the stipulations for said tract; specifically, #4 to
include, after the word "document","satisfactory to the City.I' Councilman
Duffin voted "no" on the motion.
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Ord., re: 15.67 The City Attorney presented a proposed ordinance amending Section
72 hr. max. 15.67 of the City Code to prohibit Parking for more than 72 Consecutive
parking hours requested by the Chief of Police.
Motion was made by Councilman Pate seconded by Councilman Silva and
carried that the reading of the proposed ordinance be waived and that it be
introduced and published by title and summary.
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Res. #1815
re: Fees for
maps & state-
ments
The City Attorney presented and explained a proposed resolution
amending State Board of Equalization Fees for Processing Statements and
Maps filed pursuant to Section 54900, et seq, of the Government Code, effec-
tive July 1, 1974. Motion was made by Councilman Hughan seconded by Coun-
cilman Stout that the reading of Resolution No. 1815 be waived and that it
be adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 1815
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GILROY ESTABLISHING CERTAIN
FEES FOR PROCESSING STATEMENTS AND MAPS FILED PURSUANT TO SECTION 54900, ET.
SEQ., OF THE GOVERNMENT CODE.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 3rd day of June, 1974, by the following vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: DeBELL, DUFFIN, HUGHAN, PATE, SILVA, STOUT and
GOODRICH
COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
NOES:
ABSENT:
Res. #1816
Charter
Amend. re:
Elections
re: The City Attorney presented and explained a proposed resolution
approving a proposed Charter Amendment re: General Municipal Elections to
be submitted at the General Election on November 5, 1974. Motion was made
by Councilman Pate seconded by Councilman Silva that the reading of Resolution
No. 1816 be waived and that it be adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 1816
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RESOLUTION APPROVING PROPOSED CHARTER AMENDMENT FOR THE CITY OF GILROY
DIRECTING THE FILING OF A COpy THEREOF, DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO CAUSE
THE SAME TO BE PUBLISHED AND DIRECTING THAT THE PROPOSAL BE SUBMITTED FOR
ADOPTION BY THE ELECTORATE AT THE GENERAL ELECTION ON NOVEMBER 5, 1974.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 3rd day of June, 1974, by the following vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: DeBELL, DUFFIN, HUGHAN, PATE, SILVA, STOUT and
GOODRICH
COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
NOES:
ABSENT:
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It was noted by Staff that the School - Council Committee with the
Developers in regard to the Recreation Tax had been postponed by the School
District until after the Election.
Reservoir-
Golf Course
Councilman Duffin inquired of the City's pol icy in regard to dumping
concrete, etc. in the reservoir at the Golf Course, no longer used for a
reservoir purpose. He further noted that Pacific Gas & Electric Company had
previously been informed by the City that they could not use the reservoir
for said purpose. Director of Public Works-City Engineer Hansen noted that
he would contact P. G. & E. regarding same. Councilman DeBell noted and
suggested that local construction firms be reminded that the reservoir is
available for dumping purposes. Director of Public Works-City Engineer
Hansen noted that local construction firms have been made aware of same.
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Outfall Sewer
Line
Councilman Silva reported on the thistle problem along outfall 1 ine
northerly of the Sewer Plant. City Administrator Wood noted that he would
investigate same.
Sewer Farm
Trailer
Councilman Silva also reported on the condition of the house trailer
at the Sewer Farm Property.
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P & R Van
Inter-City
Counc i 1
Adjournment
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Personnel Director Reinsch reported on the Life Insurance for City
Employees regarding costs.
Personnel Director Reinsch reported that there are two available
dates proposed for the City Barbecue: August 10 and 17, 1974. Council
decided on the August 17, 1974, date for same.
City Administrator Wood reported that there are several 1974 Vans avail-
able at local dealers for the Parks and Recreation Department. That it is
contemplated the prices for same wi 11 increase prior to approval of the
1974-75 Budget. Council had no objection to taking local quotes to purchase
same prior to adoption of the 1974-75 Budget if payment was not required
until after the adoption of said budget.
The Inter-City Council Meeting of June 6, 1974, at the Hyatt House in
San Jose was noted. Councilman Pate and Duffin noted that they intend to
attend said meeting.
At 10:20 p.m., the Mayor adjourned the meeting.
Respectfully submitted,
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City Clerk