Minutes 1974/07/01
Roll Ca 11
Intro.City
Emp.
Consent
Calendar
Minutes
St.Jude ~1
Childrens'
Research
Foundation
Solitita-
tion
Pub.Hear.
re:Weed
Abate.
Res.#1821
Pub.Hear.re:
Castlewood
Park Annex.
74-1A & B
rezoning
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Gilroy, California
July 1, 1974
The Regular Meeting of the Gilroy City Council was called to
order by His Honor Mayor Norman B. Goodrich at 8:00 D.m. .
Present: Council Members: Dennis De~elr, George Duffin, John Hughan
John Pate, David Stout and Norman Goodrich. Absent: Council Member Anthony
Silva.
The Mayor introduced Edward R. Montez promoted from Fire Fighter
Apprentice to Fire Fighter and David F. Bibler promoted from Fire Engineer
to Fire Captain.
Motion was made by Councilman Hughan seconded by Councilman Duffin
that the following items under the Consent Calendar be approved. Passed
and adopted by the following Roll Call Vote: Ayes: Council Members: De-
Bell, Duffin, Hughan,/~~bOt and Goodrich; Absent: Council Member: Silva.
Minutes of the June 17, 1974 Regular Council Meeting;
Request of St. Jude Childrens' Research Foundation Hospital, Inc. for
waiver of Solicitation Permit.
The Mayor stated that it was the time and place scheduled for a
Public Hearing confirming the report of the Fire Chief re: Weed Abatement.
He asked if there was anyone in the audience wishing to speak for or
against the Report. There was no comment from anyone in the audience.
Discussion was had by Council in regard to said report. Motion was made
by Councilman Hughan seconded by Councilman Pate and carried that the
Public Hearing be closed.
Fire Chief Brittain explained Council questions in regard to said
report.
Motion was made by Councilman Pate seconded by Councilman Duffin
that the reading of Resolution No. 1821 be waived and that it be adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 1821
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 COSTS SHALL CONSTITUTE ASSESSMENTS AGAINST THE RES-
PECTIVE OWNERS OF LAND.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 1st day of July, 1974, by the following vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: DeBELL, DUFFIN, HUGHAN, PATE, STOUT andGOODRICH.
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: SILVA
The Mayor stated that it was the time and place scheduled for
Public Hearing on rezoning of a pGrtion of Castlewood Park Annexation
74-1A & B.
Planning Assistant Lefaver explained the proposed rezoning.
Discussion was had on the matter by Council.
The Mayor asked if there was anyone in the audience wishing to
speak for or against the proposed rezoning.
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Library
Project
Lama Prieta
So i 1 Conser-
vation Dist.
Environmental
Suits
Pathway South
Inc.
S.C.Co.Plan.
Pol icy Com.
Minutes
S.C.Co.Airport
Com.Minutes
G i 1 ray Unf.
Schoo 1 D i st.
SB 2302
Bicycle
License Fees
Mr. Arnold Brunetti, representing the property owner of said
rezoning addressed the Council and further explained the proposed re-
zoning.
Discussion was had by Council in regard to said rezoning pro-
posa 1 .
Motion was made by Councilman Hughan seconded by Councilman
Pate and carried that the Public Hearing be continued to July 15, 1974
in order for the Planning Commission to further study the annual limita-
tion on R-l lots in question.
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Mr. Robert Wong, A. I.A. addressed the Council and presented a
status report on the Library Construction Project.
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Mr. Fred Angelino representing the Lama Prieta Soil Conserva-
tion District, addressed the Council requesting Council to reconsider
their previous action to withdraw from said District and for the City
to have a representative at the July 3, 1974 LAFCO Meeting in which said
matter will be discussed. Council requested that said matter be agen-
dized on the next regular Council Meeting Agenda of July t5, 1974 for
possible reconsideration of same. '
A letter from the City of Auburn was noted requesting support
on legislation to curtail certain environmental suits. Motion was made
by Councilman Stout seconded by Councilman DeBEll that the reading of
Resolution No. 1822 be waived and that it be adopted supporting said re-
quest and that the sample resolution from the City of Auburn be rewritten
to concur with Councils' thinking.
RESOLUTION NO. 1822
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GILROY REQUESTING THE
LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES TO FORMULATE AND PRESENT LEGISLATION CUR-
TAILING CERTAIN ENVIRONMENTAL SUITS.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 1st day of July, 1974, by the following vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: DeBELL, DUFFIN, HUGHAN, PATE, STOUT and
GOODRICH.
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: SILVA
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A letter from Pathway South, Inc. requesting re-funding was
noted and discussed. Mr. Oshan, Director, addressed the Council and
further explained the request for $3,500.00. Motion was made by Coun-
cilman Stout seconded by Councilman Hughan and carried that said re-
quest be granted on the same basis as the previous allocation to be
payable on a quarterly basis based upon the performance of said organiza-
tion subject to referrals by the Police Department up to a maximum of
$3,500.00 for the 74-75 fiscal year.
The following informational items were noted with no separate
discussion on same:
Minutes of Santa Clara County Planning Policy Committee Meet-
ing of May 23, 1974;
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Minutes of Santa Clara County Airport Land Use Commission Meet-
ing of May 23, 1974;
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Gilroy Unified School District Thanking Fire Department Employ-
ees for assistance in First Aid instruction;
Senator Howard Way in re: to S.B. 2302;
State Department of Justice in re: to Discontinuing Bicycle
License Fee Assessment on July 1, 1974.
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Plan. Com.
Report
6-20-74
The Report of the Planning Commission Meeting of June 20, 1974 was
noted.
P. & R. Com. The Minutes of the Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting of
Minutes Mune 18, 1974 were noted.
6-1 8-74
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Parks and Recreation Director Ayer addressed the Council in regard
to a revised proposed Master Plan of Eastside Park. Discussion was had on
the matter by Council. Motion was made by Councilman Pate seconded by
Councilman Stout and carried that said proposed revised Plan of Eastside
Park be referred to the Parks and Recreation Commission to further study
,said plan in regard to the parking concept specifically reconsideration of
parking proposed on Lewis Street and the limited proposed parking on Murray
Avenue and further whether said park is to be considered a "neighborhood
park" or a baseball park. Councilmen Duffin and Hughan voted "no" on the
motion.
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Personnel
Com.Minutes noted.
6-26-74
The Minutes of the Personnel Commission Meeting of June 26, 1974
City Administrator Wood noted that the minimum wage and time and a
half for overtime; classifications exemption under the Fair Labor and
Standards Act; and Standby time for Water and Sewer Division Personnel re-
quired approval of same by resolution. Motion was made by Councilman
Hughan seconded by Councilman Duffin that the reading of Resolution No.
Res.#1823 1823 be waived and that it be adopted approving the classifications eligi-
ble to receive the minimum wage and time and a half for overtime; classifi-
cations exempt under the Fair Labor & Standards Act; and Standby time for
Water and Sewer Division personnel to include corrections in same dis-
cussed by Council.
RESOLUTION NO. 1823
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RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GILROY ESTABLISHING THE
ELIGIBILITY OF CERTAIN CLASSES TO RECEIVE TIME AND ONE HALF OVERTIME, THE
EXEMPTION OF CERTAIN CLASSES AS DETERMINED BY THE FAIR LABOR AND STANDARDS
ACT AND THE ESTABLISHMENT OF STANDBY TIME PROCEDURES FOR WATER AND SEWER
PERSONNEL.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 1st day of July, 1974, by the following vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: DeBELL, DUFFIN, HUGHAN, PATE, STOUT and GOODRICH
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBER: SILVA
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Motion was made by Councilman Pate seconded by Councilman Hughan
and carried that the job classification for the position of Buyer with
corrections as noted by Council be approved.
Monthly
Reports
The Summary of the Monthly Reports of May, 1974, was noted and
discussed.
Disburse-
ments
The Report of Disbursements from June 1, 1974 through and includ-
ing June 30, 1974 was noted and discussed.
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Land & Water
Conserva-
tion Grant
Res.#1824
& #1825
A Request to fi Ie an appl ication for Land and Water Conservat,i'on
Grant was presented. Motion was made by Councilman Hughan seconded by
Councilman Pate that the reading of Resolution No. 1824 be waived and that
it be adopted authorizing the City Administrator to execute and file said
application for Land and Water Conservation Grant.
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RESOLUTION NO. 1824
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GILROY APPROVING THE APPLI-
CATION FOR LAND AND WATER CONSERVATION FUNDS FOR CHRISTMAS HILL PARK AND
LAS ANIMAS PARK PROJECT.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 1st day of July, 1974, by the following vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: DeBELL, DUFFIN, HUGHAN, PATE, STOUT and GOODRICH.
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBER: SILVA
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Eastside
Park Proj.
Grant
Weed Abate-
ment
Motion was made by Councilman Pate seconded by Councilman
DeBell that the reading of Resolution No. 1825 be waived and that it be
adopted containing assurances for same.
RESOLUTION NO. 1825
RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GILROY CONTAINING ASSURANCES
FOR THE APPLICATION FOR LAND AND WATER CONSERVATION GRANT FUNDS FOR
CHRISTMAS HILL PARK AND LAS ANIMAS PARK PROJECT.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 1st day of July, 1974, by the following vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: DeBELL, DUFFIN, HUGHAN, PATE, STOUT and
GOODRICH.
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBER: SILVA
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A Request to file an application approving the 1974 State
Grant Funds for Eastside Park Project was presented. Motion was made by
Councilman Hughan seconded by Councilman Pate that the reading of Resolu-
tion No. 1826 be waived and that it be adopted authorizing the City Admi~-
istrator to execute and file said application approving the 1974 State
Grant Funds for Eastside Park Project.
RESOLUTION NO. 1826
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GILROY APPROVING THE APPLI-
CATION FOR 1974 STATE GRANT FUNDS FOR EASTSIDE PARK PROJECT.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 1st day of July, 1974, by the following vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: DeBELL, DUFFIN, HUGHAN, PATE, STOUT and
GOODRICH.
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: SILVA
Motion was made by Councilman Hughan seconded by Councilman
Pate that the reading of Resolution No. 1827 be waived and that it be
adopted containing assurances for same.
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RESOLUTION NO. 1827
RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GILROY CONTAINING ASSURANCES FOR
THE APPLICATION FOR 1974 STATE GRANT FUNDS FOR EASTSIDE PARK PROJECT.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 1st day of July, 1974, by the following vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: DeBELL, DUFFIN, HUGHAN, PATE, STOUT and
GOODRICH.
NOES: COUNC I L MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBER: SILVA
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A Report from Fire Chief Brittain regarding the Weeds along
Uvas Creek was noted.
Personnel Ses- A request from City Administrator Wood for a Personnel Session
sion following the regular agenda to discu-s the performance of a City Employee
was noted and approved.
Woodworth
Parcel
Map
Mon t. St. I mp .
D i st. 74- 3
Res.#1828
Director of Public Works-City Engineer Hansen requested con-
tinuance of a report on a Deferred Improvement Agreement for the Woodworth
Parcel Map. Said matter was continued.
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A Report on Monterey Street Safety and Beautification Project
was presented. Director of Public Works-City Engineer Hansen further
explained the Agreement with the State of California for same. Motion
was made by Councilman Stout seconded by Councilman DeBell that the
reading of Resolution No. 1828 approving the Agreement with the State Depart-
ment of Transportation regarding said project be waived and that it be
adopted.
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RESOLUTION NO. 1828
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GILROY APPROVING AN AGREEMENT
REGARDING RECONSTRUCTION AND RESURFACING THE EXISTING STATE HIGHWAY ROUTE 101
(MONTEREY ROAD) IN THE CITY OF GILROY.
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PASSED AND ADOPTED this 1st day of July, 1974, by the following vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: DeBELL, DUFFIN, HUGHAN, PATE, STOUT and GOODRICH.
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: SILVA
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It was noted that it would be necessary to change the Bid Opening
date of July 11, 1974 to July 16, 1974 with Council to consider award of
same at an adjourned Council Meeting on July 29, 1974; that the public hear-
ing for formation of the Monterey Street Improvement Project 1974-3 scheduled
for July 15, 1974 would be continued, at that meeting to July 29, 1974 and
only those persons unable to attend the July 29, 1974 meeting would be heard
at the July 15, 1974 Public Hearing in regard to said district.
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Res.#1829 Motion was made by Councilman Hughan seconded by Councilman DeBell
that the reading of Resolution No. 1829 Calling for Sealed Proposals for
Parking District #1, Project 1964-1 be waived and that it be adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 1829
A RESOLUTION AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 1807 ENTITLED 'IA 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 1st day of July, 1974, by the following vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: DeBELL, DUFFIN, HUGHAN, PATE, STOUT and GOODRICH.
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: SILVA
Res.#1830 Motion was made by Councilman Hughan seconded by Councilman DeBell
that the reading of Resolution No. 1830 Calling for Sealed proposals for
Monterey Street Improvement District 1974-3 be waived and that it be adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 1830
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A RESOLUTION AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 1812 ENTITLED "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 1st day of July, 1974, by the following vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: DeBELL, DUFFIN, HUGHAN, PATE, STOUT and GOODRICH.
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: SILVA
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Miller Ave. Director of Public Works-City Engineer Hansen presented a report on
Impr. the proposed Miller Avenue Improvements. Discussion was had by Council on
the matter. Motion was made by Councilman Pate seconded by Councilman Duffin
and carried that Staff be authorized to contact the property owner within
said proposed improvements on the basis that said improvements would become
a lien against the property at whatever feasible interest Staff can negotiate
with said property owner not to exceed 6% and further that the sidewalks
on said property could be eliminated from the project if this would accom-
plish completion of said proposed Miller Avenue Improvements.
Montebello A request for acceptance of Montebello Apts. Street Improvement was
Apts. presented. Motion was made by Councilman Stout seconded by Councilman Pate
and carried that the Street Improvements for Montebello Apartments be
accepted.
Dump Truck Director of Public Works-City Engineer Hansen recommended approval
~ of specifications for the purchase of a Dump Truck. Discussion was had by
Council. Motion was made by Councilman Pate seconded by Councilman Stout
___ and carried that authorization be given for the call for bids for a Dump
Truck subject to approval of the specifications by Councilman Duffin.
Res.#1831 The City Attorney presented a Resolution requesting that Board of
Supervisors to order consolidation of a Charter Amendment with State of
California General Election to be held November 5, 1974. Motion was made
by Councilman Stout seconded by Councilman Hughan that the reading of Reso-
lution No. 1831 be waived and that it be adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 1831
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GILROY REQUESTING THE BOARD OF
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SUPERVISORS O~ SANTA CLARA'COUNTY TO PROVIDE FOR THE CONSOLIDATION OF A
SPECIAL MUNICIPAL CHARTER AMENDMENT ELECTION WITH THE STATE OF CALIF-
ORNIA GENERAL ELECTION TO BE HELD NOVEMBER 5, 1974.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 1st day of July, 1974, by the following vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: DeBELL, DUFFIN, HUGHAN, PATE, STOUT and
GOODRICH.
COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
COUNCIL MEMBERS: SILVA
NOES:
ABSENT:
New City Hall Councilman Hughan suggested that Staff prepare a report on
space requirements for the proposed new City Hall.
Arcadia Develop- City Administrator Wood presented a request of Arcadia Deve-
ment Co. lopment Company for approval of 5 building permits for model homes on
the Stelling property; said homes to be located at the proposed cuI de
sac extension from Miller Avenue.
P. & R. van
Weed Abate-
ment
Adjournment
Exe.Session
Plan.Ass't.
Adjournment
Motion was made by Councilman Stout seconded by Councilman
DeBell and carried that the request for 5 building permits for Model
Homes for Arcadia Development Co. be approved subject to the removal
of the temporary enclosure between the garages of two model homes prior
to any sale of the affected structures.
Director of Parks and Recreation Ayer addressed the Council
and reported that the purchase of a proposed van for his department was
not available at the previously discussed cost. Council requested
Staff prepare specifications for a station wagon vehicle and call for
bids for same to be considered at the July 15, 1974 Council Meeting.
Councilman Duffin suggested that the Weed Abatement Report
designate separate charges for spraying and discing on future reports.
The Mayor noted the presence of Planning Commission Represen-
tative Aceves, Jr.
At 11:14 p.m. the Mayor adjourned to an Executive Session to
discuss the performance of a City Employee.
At 11:50 p.m. the Mayor reconvened the Meeting. Motion was
made by Councilman Hughan seconded by Councilman Pate and carried that
the City Administrator be instructed to investigate the feasibility of
reclassifying the job title of Planning Assistant to Associate Planner;
job description and salary range to remain the same.
At 11:55 p.m. the Mayor adjourned the meeting.
Respectfully submitted,
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City Clerk