Minutes 1997/07/21
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Invocation
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Posting
Agenda
Roll Call
Promoted
Employee
Emp. Award
Regular Meeting
July 21, 1997
Gilroy, California
Mayor Protempore Gilroy led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Pastor Lee Neish's son, Andrew, Gilroy United Methodist Church, gave
Invocation.
The City Clerk noted that the Agenda had been posted on July 17, 1997,
at 12:43 p.m.
Present: Councilmembers: Charles S. Morales, Connie Rogers, Suellen C.
Rowlison, Thomas W. Springer, Pete Valdez, Jr., and K. A Mike Gilroy - 7:02
p.m.
Mayor Protempore Gilroy introduced promoted employee Rhonda S. Pellin,
City Clerk.
Mayor Protempore Gilroy presented Brett Fullington, Facilities Maintenance
Specialist, Community Services Department, with the Employee Award for the
Month of June, 1997.
Consent
Calendar
Budget
Econ.Incen.
Marx Chev.
Buick
Bid-OEDP
NRS
Bid-Personal
Computers
Pub.Hear.
Z 97-03
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Motion was made by Councilman Valdez, seconded by Councilman Morales
and carried that the following items under the Consent Calendar be approved by
the following Roll Call Vote: Ayes: Councilmembers: Charles S. Morales,
Connie Rogers, Suellen C. Rowlison, Thomas W. Springer, Pete Valdez, Jr., and
K. A Mike Gilroy:
Budget Amendments/Transfers as recommended; and
Economic Incentive Agreement with Marx Chevrolet Buick.
City Administrator Baksa presented recommendations to award the bid of
Claggett Wolfe Associates in the amount of $44,000 for the Overall Economic
Development Plan (OEDP) and Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy (NRS).
City Attorney Callon stated that the appropriate motion would be to enter into
negotiations with Claggett Wolfe Associates and to award them the contract based
on the description by the City Administrator regarding budget parameters.
Motion was made by Councilwoman Rogers, seconded by Councilman
Valdez and carried to authorize the City Administrator to enter into negotiations
with Claggett Wolfe Associates with the goal of awarding the contract to Claggett
Wolfe Associates if the negotiated amount is within the budgeted amount.
Councilman Springer excused himself from discussion or vote on this item
due to his employment.
City Administrator Baksa presented a recommendation to award the bid of
Highwave Technology, Inc. in the amount of $54,477.41 for thirty-seven (37)
personal computers.
Motion was made by Councilwoman Rowlison, seconded by Councilman
Morales and carried (Councilman Springer absent) that the bid by Highwave
Technology, Inc. in the amount of $54,477.41 be awarded for thirty-seven (37)
personal computers.
Mayor Protempore Gilroy noted that the New Business item for Glen-Lorna
Group (RD 94-05) has been requested to be continued, in case there was anyone
in the audience waiting to speak on this item.
Mayor Protempore Gilroy stated that it was the time and place scheduled to
consider a request to Prezone approximately 90.05 acres ofland on the City of
Gilroy's Zoning Map, prior to annexation, from County Agriculture to General
Industrial (M2), on property located south of the terminus ofSilacci Way, west of
Miller Slough, Tom S. Obata and Thomas 1. Obata, Z 97-03.
The Staff Report was noted and further explained by Planner II Durkin.
Mayor Protempore Gilroy 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. Mayor Protempore Gilroy closed the public hearing.
Motion was made by Councilman Morales, seconded by Councilman Springer
and carried to direct staff to prepare a resolution to approve the prezoning request.
Councilwoman Rowlison questioned whether any of the mitigation measures
in the EIR had been changed, and noted concerns regarding the impact on
adjacent agricultural uses. It was noted that there were no changes in the EIR,
and agricultural production will be allowed to continue on adjacent parcels.
Councilwoman Rogers questioned the Hirasaki historic site, and whether there
had been an application for it to be designated a historic site.
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Planner II Durkin stated that she did not know if this has been done, and noted
that the only one that can apply for this is the property owner.
City Attorney Callon stated that the City can require odor easements to
appease concerns by the neighboring businesses.
Pub. Hear. Mayor Protempore Gilroy stated that it was the time and place scheduled on
Weed Abate. Report and Assessments for Weeds and Refuse Abatement.
The Staff Report was noted and further explained by City Administrator
Baksa.
Mayor Protempore Gilroy 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. Mayor Protempore Gilroy closed the public hearing.
Res. 97-44 Motion was made by Councilman Springer, seconded by Councilwoman
Rogers and carried that the reading of Resolution No. 97-44 be waived and that it
be adopted;
RESOLUTION NO. 97-44
RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GILROY
CONFIRMING THE REPORT OF THE CHIEF OF THE FIRE DEPARTMENT
SETTING FORTH THE DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY, THE OWNERS
THEREOF, AND THE COST OF ABATING THE NUISANCE CAUSED BY
THE GROWING OF WEEDS AND ACCUMULATION OF REFUSE IN THE
CITY OF GILROY, AND PROVIDING THAT SUCH COST SHALL
CONSTITUTE ASSESSMENTS AGAINST THE RESPECTIVE OWNERS OF
LAND.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 21 st day of July, 1997, by the following vote:
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: MORALES, ROGERS, ROWLISON,
SPRINGER, VALDEZ, and GILROY
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: None
RD 94-05
Mayor Protempore Gilroy noted a request by Glen-Lorna Group to amend
their prior approved Residential Development Ordinance (RDO) application,
substituting the duet and multi-family rental units with single family detached
housing on small lots (4,000 sq.ft.) on property located at the future westerly
extension ofLuchessa Avenue, RD 94-05. He stated that the applicants have
requested a continuance.
City Administrator Baksa questioned whether Council would like to set a
workshop to discuss this for September 10 or 11, and Council agreed on
September 10 for a workshop.
Motion was made by Councilman Springer, seconded by Councilwoman
Rowlison to table discussion of this item to a workshop on September 10, 1997.
It was agreed that the workshop be televised and that staff invite the northwest
quad and southwest quad.
Councilwoman Rogers also asked to talk about the purpose ofPUDs at this
workshop.
Cellular One Mayor Protempore Gilroy noted a recommendation to commence negotiations
with Cellular One for the installation of a cell site at Reservoir D.
City Administrator Baksa noted that we have been partnering with various
groups and have been asked by Cellular One to allow placement of their antenna
on our antenna.
Information Systems Coordinator Quiroz explained the request.
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Councdman Valdez requested Mr. QUiroz contact Country Club Estates to see " ,
if they have any problems with this.
Motion was made by Councilman Springer, seconded by Councilman Morales
and carried to direct staff to commence negotiations with Cellular One for the
installation of a cell site at Reservoir D.
Councilman Valdez asked that if additional antennas are requested in the
future, that the request be brought back to the City Council.
Megan's Law City Administrator Baksa stated that the scheduled discussion regarding the
City of Gilroy's participation in the implementation of the CD-ROM portion of
Megan's Law is not necessary, since this will be set up in about 2 to 3 weeks.
Councilwoman Rogers reviewed the form required to be completed and
signed prior to viewing the CD-ROM.
PeaceBuilders@ Mayor Protempore Gilroy noted a request by Deborah Africa and Gene
Sakahara regarding the City of Gilroy becoming a Community Master Licensed
PeaceBuilders@ City.
Deborah Africa explained her request.
Ruth Bretan, third grade teacher at Jordan School, reviewed the success of the
program at Jordan School.
Tom Joyce praised the Council for dealing with the issue ofPeaceBuilders@
as a long term solution to violence in the home and schools.
Council discussed various issues concerning this program.
City Administrator Baksa stated that perhaps Ms. Africa could meet with him
about what is expected of the City of Gilroy for PeaceBuilders@.
Motion was made by Councilman Valdez, seconded by Councilman Morales
to direct the City Administrator to meet with Ms. Africa and reagendize the issue.
Mayor Protempore Gilroy asked if there was anyone in the audience wishing
to speak on any item not on the agenda.
Performing &
Visual Arts
Center
Patti Hale, 7685 Wren Avenue, spoke regarding the need for a Performing and
Visual Arts Center. She noted the EDC toured the old Strand Building, and stated
that she can see this building being used for this purpose. She stated that she
would like the City Council to agendize this issue to discuss exploring the
possibility of doing a feasibility study to see if the building is usable for this
purpose.
Shirley McGee, 1028 Fillipelli Drive, noted that she is affiliated with a
Cultural Arts group who are trying to locate a site for a Performing and Visual
Arts Center. She noted that the old Strand Theater is being considered for this
use.
It was the consensus of the City Council to place this item on the next agenda.
Poss.Withdrawal Cynthia Walker, 7233 Hanna Street, noted that the Fact Sheet regarding a
from Co. History of the Gilroy Public Library is incomplete because of recent problems
Library JP A regarding internet issues.
Councilwoman Rogers noted the JP A agreement, stating that the City of
Gilroy owns the land and the building and noting that the Library has
approximately 20 more years of free rent due them, and that they also own the
contents of the structure.
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Council discussed the issue of withdrawing from the JP A
Mark Zappa noted that the Council representative to the JP A does not
appropriately express the Council's concerns to the JP A
It was the consensus of the City Council to take no action on this request.
Co. Library JPA Mayor Protempore Gilroy noted a letter from Patricia Williams, Chair of the
Request for Santa Clara County Library Joint Powers Authority, requesting the submission of
Names for contact names for focus groups.
Focus Groups
Councilwoman Rogers noted that this could be done on an individual basis by
submitting the names directly to her.
At 9: 10 p.m., Mayor Protempore Gilroy called a recess, after which he
reconvened the meeting.
The following informational items were noted with no separate discussion on
same:
Customer Service:
Letter commending Jim McCann for developing a video for the "Can-Do"
Garbage and Recycling Program;
Letter thanking John Bremond, Kaufman and Broad, for the donation towards
the Thomas Road Sports Complex;
Article in the Chamber of Commerce Focus publication and response by the
City Administrator regarding complimentary article naming various City
employees;
Letter thanking six City Managers of cities contracting fire services with
County Fire for meeting with the City Administrator and Fire Chief;
League of California Cities:
Transmittal regarding Legislative Activity;
Transmittal regarding Legislative Bulletin;
Letter to Jack B. Kazanjian from South Valley Disposal & Recycling, Inc. and
memorandum to the City Council from the City Administrator regarding alley
pick-up;
Article from the San Jose Mercury newspaper dated June 21, 1997 regarding
Budget Surplus Caution;
Letter from the Gilroy Chamber of Commerce regarding Legislative Bills
pending in Sacramento;
Gilroy Visitors Bureau Advisory Council agenda for July 10, 1997 and
minutes from June 12, 1997;
Letter and Factsheets relating to California's Electric Industry Restructuring
from Pacific Gas and Electric Company; and
Letter from the State of California Office of Criminal Justice Planning
regarding the Governor's position restricting pornography access on the Internet
by minors.
Plan. Com.
7-2-97
The report of the Planning Commission meeting of July 2, 1997 was noted.
Plan. Com
6-5-97
P&RCom.
6-17-97
P&RCom.
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7-1-97
Park Naming
Policy
A& C Com.
5-13-97
Lib.Com.
5-8-97
Sr.Adv.Bd.
4-21-97
Refuse Billing
noting that
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The minutes of the Planning Commission meeting of June 5, 1997 were noted.
The minutes of the Parks & Recreation Commission meeting of June 17, 1997
were noted.
The report of the Parks & Recreation Commission meeting of July 1, 1997
noted.
City Administrator Baksa noted the draft Park Naming Policy, explaining that
it was too limiting.
Motion was made by Councilman Springer, seconded by Councilman Valdez
and carried to approve the Park Naming Policy, with the change that the
neighborhood parks will be named on a community-wide basis.
The minutes of the Arts and Culture Commission meeting of May 13, 1997
were noted.
The minutes of the Library Commission meeting of May 8, 1997 were noted.
The minutes of the Senior Advisory Board meeting of April 21, 1997 were
noted.
City Administrator Baksa gave an update on the refuse billing issue,
South Valley Disposal and Recycling is waiving the 13th billing for all residential
customers. He shared the findings of an independent audit on the billing issue
with the Council. He noted that the water billing is all right, but the sewer bill
should have had a 20 day refund. He noted that customers will get a free month,
which will not be subsidized by the General Fund, but rather the sewer rate
stabilization fund.
City Administrator Baksa reviewed the approved, expanded custodial
contract, and the costs involved. He noted that it is saving over $30,000 a year in
the General Fund, and also noted that the City has expanded the service by
outsourcing.
City Attorney Callon noted the success in the Gaeta vs. City of Gilroy case
that has been closed.
Passenger Train Councilwoman Rogers reviewed the possibility of increased passenger train
Service service in Gilroy.
Councilman Valdez noted that Councilwoman Rowlison is also a part of this
effort, which is to make others aware that Gilroy desires to be a train stop.
Councilman Springer stated that we may need to strengthen the RESOLVED
portion of the proposed Resolution.
City Administrator Baksa stated that he will put this on unfinished business
for the next agenda.
Councilman Morales thanked the Gang Task Force and Mayor Protempore
Gilroy for the $72.00 for certificates for PeaceBuilders@ at Jordan School. He
also thanked Supervisor Don Gage and John Kilcoyne for taking the MACSA
youth deep sea fishing.
Councilman Valdez stated that he has finished a proposal for $50,000 for the
youth center. He did not have the exact figures, but noted that there is a 32% or
39% increase in ridership on Caltrain service for the quartef.
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Councilwoman Rowlison noted the Z-BEST Composting Facility on Highway
25. She commented on the Joint Venture Silicon Valley Healthy Workforce
Mentor Program that sets up programs for businesses.
Councilman Springer commented on the Joint Retreat with the Gilroy Unified
School District, noting that everyone was very cooperative, and thanked members
of the School Board for bringing issues to table to work on them.
Mayor Protempore Gilroy noted the following meetings/events:
August 4, 1997 meeting begins at 5:30 p.m. (Closed Session on Threat to
Public Services or Facilities).
Reminder, no meetings on August 18, 1997 or August 25, 1997.
City Employees Annual Barbecue on September 20, 1997 at Christmas Hill
Park.
Mayor Protempore Gilroy adjourned the meeting at 9:56 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
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RHONDA PELLIN
City Clerk
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