Minutes 1981/07/06
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Roll Call
Consent
Calendar
Minutes
Sa 1 a ry
Increases
Ord. #81-20
re: Nudity
Ord. #81-21 re:
Ind. Growth
Manage. Plan
Pub. Hea ri ngs
A1 Montano
Prezoning
July 6, 1981
Gilroy, California
The Regular Meeting of the Gilroy City Council was called to
order by His Honor Mayor Norman B. Goodrich at 8:05 p.m.
Present: Council Members: Sharon Albert, Roberta H. Hughan,
Marion T. Link, John E. Pate, Robert E. Taylor and Norman B. Goodrich.
Absent: Council Member: Brian D. Cunningham.
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Motion was made by Councilman Link seconded by Councilman
Pate that the following items under the Consent Calendar (excluding
Item II.E(1), Zone Change request of Lloyd Martin, denied by the
Planning Commission at their July 2, 1981, Meeting) be adopted by the
following Roll Call Vote: Ayes: Council Members: Albert, Hughan,
Link, Pate, Taylor and Goodrich. Absent: Council Member: Cunningham.
Approved the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of June
15, 1981;
Approved the following Salary Achievement Increases for twelve
(12) City Employees, effective July 1, 1981: Michelle Gough, Parking
Attendant, Range 21.5 from Step C, $969 to Step D, $1,228; Luvy Sanches,
Clerk Typist I, Range 22.5 from Step B, $969 to Step C, $1,132; Linda
DeJesus, Clerk Typist I, Range 22.5a from Step C, $1,024 to Step D,
$1,199; Carol Sanford, Police Records Clerk, Range 23.5 from Step C,
$1,103 to Step D, $1,341; Louis Palacios, Engineering Aide, Range 27.5,
from Step B, $1,232 to Step C, $1,440; Lupe Perez, Street Sweeper
Operator, Range 29.5 from Step C, $1,427 to Step D, $1,710; Steve
Baty, Police Officer, Range 32 from Step B $1,582 to Step C, $1,923;
John Robinson, Police Officer, Range 32a from Step B, $1,598 to Step
C, $1,943; Mark Good, Police Officer, Range 32.5 from Step B, $1,622
to Step C, $1,972; Harold Lawrence, Fire Captain, Ranqe 34.5 from
Step D, $ $1,975 to Step E, $2,360; Ne1and Doughty and Bill Alexander,
Fire Captains, Range 34.5a from Step D, $1,995 to Step E, $2,384; ..~
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Adopted Ordinance No. 81-20 amending Section 16.13-1 of the
City Code to correct omission in a previously adopted ordinance.
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ORDINANCE NO. 81-20
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF GILROY AMENDING SECTION 16.13-1 OF THE
GILROY CITY CODE SO AS TO DEFINE NUDITY AS USED IN THAT SECTION.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 6th day of July, 1981, by the following vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: ALBERT, HUGHAN, LINK, PATE, TAYLOR and
GOODRICH
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBER: CUNNINGHAM;
Adopted Ordinance No. 81-21 adopting the Industrial Growth
Management Plan;
ORDINANCE NO. 81-21
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF GILROY PROVIDING REGULATION TO DIRECT
AND MANAGE THE RATE AND LOCATION OF NEW INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT WITHIN
THE CITY.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 6th day of July, 1981, by the following vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: ALBERT, HUGHAN, LINK, PATE, TAYLOR and
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NOES: COUNCI L ~1EMBERS: NONE t
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBER: CUNNINGHAM; ......J
Set July 20, 1981, as Public Hearing dates on the following
app1 i cations:
Prezoning request of A1 Montano at the southeast corner of
Las Animas and Murray Avenues to M2 (General Industrial) District
on approximately 15.17 acres;
Fred Haro
Rezoning
Fi 1 ice Est.
Vyds, et a1,
Tent. Map
Tent. Map
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$r. Center
Trans. Prog.
C1aim-P.L.
March1evski
Street Light
Conv. Proj.
81-5
Petiti on re:
Christmas
Hi 11 Park
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Rezoning request of Fred Haro at 8091 Forest Street, south of
Leaves1ey Road from M2 (General Industrial) to R2 (Two-Family) District
on approximately 0.32 acres;
Tentative Map request of Filice Estate Vineyards, et a1, for a
residential subdivision of 95 lots on property located between Hecker
Pass Highway and Mante11i Drive, west of Morey Avenue on land zoned
RH (Hillside) District and R1 PUD (Single Family) Planned Unit Development
District; and
Tentative Map request of Arcadia Development Company for 124
condominium lots and 1 common lot on property located at the northwest
corner of Tenth and Princeva11e Streets in an R3 (Low-Density Mu1tip1e-
Family) District;
Approved report in regard to Senior Center Transportation Program;
Denied a property damage claim of Patricia L. March1evski.
City Administrator Wood presented a report and recommendation
on bids received for the Street Light Conversion Project 1981-5
recommending award of the bid of Howard Electric Company in the amount
of $10,900.00. Motion was made by Councilman Link seconded by Council-
man Pate and carried that Howard Electric Company be awarded the bid
for the Street Light Conversion Project 1981-85 in the amount of
$10,900.00, as recommended.
The Mayor noted a petition from the residents of Yorktown Drive,
etc., in the vicinity of Christmas Hill Park in regard to evening noise
and light emanating from the park.
City Administrator Wood noted his memo in regard to same, the
Police Chiefls memo and memo from the Director of Parks and Recreation.
The Mayor asked if there was anyone present in the audience
wishing to speak on the matter.
Mr. John Locastro, 7041 Yorktown Drive, representing the peti-
tioners, addressed the Council and noted that they request some response
to their complaints. He further noted that they would agree to allow
the City to attempt to alleviate the situation.
The City Attorney noted that Christmas Hill Park has had an
11:00 o'c1ock p.m. closing time since 1974.
Mr. Locastro further noted that the public address system at
the amphitheatre area is not in control.
Mr. Walt Glines, Member of the Softball Managers' Association,
addressed the Council noting that their group has taken steps to
alleviate the noise and that they are willing to work with City Staff
on the matter.
The Mayor notified the petitioners that the City would meet with
the Softball Association and attempt to alleviate the situation.
The Mayor asked if there was anyone present in the audience
wishing to speak on any matter not on the agenda.
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Pedestrian Crossing- Mr. Charles Mendez, Eschenburg Drive, addressed the Council
6th & Prince- and noted that the pedestrian crosswalk at Sixth and Princeva11e Streets
valle is not being yielded by vehicles. It was noted that Staff would inves-
tigate the matter and possibly install warning signs at said location.
SB 573
City Administrator Wood presented a letter from the County of
Santa Clara urging support of SB 573, noting that same was approved
under the Consent Calendar.
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Res. #81-68
Fi nanci a 1
Quarterly
Report
Gi1roy/M.H.
Irrigation
Disposal
City Administrator Wood presented a request of the Gilroy
Local 354, United Brotherhood of Carpenters & Joiners of America,
honoring their Centennial Anniversary.
Motion was made by Councilwoman Hughan seconded by Council-
woman Albert that the reading of Resolution No. 81-68 be waived
and that it be adopted honoring Gil roy Local 354, United Brother-
hood of Carpenters & Joiners of America.
RESOLUTION NO. 81-68
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GILROY HONORING THE
UNITED BROTHERHOOD OF CARPENTERS AND JOINERS OF AMERICA AND LOCAL
354.
PASSED AND ADOPTED THIS 6th day of July, 1981, by the following vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: ALBERT, HUGHAN, LINK, PATE, TAYLOR and
GOODRI CH
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBER: CUNNINGHAM
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A request of Councilman Taylor for a quarterly financial
report was noted. Motion was made by Council man T ay1 or seconded
by Councilman Link and carried that a quarterly financial report
be presented to Council for their review.
A letter from the California Regional Water Oua1ity Control
Board (Central Coast District) in regard to Gilroy/Morgan Hill Irri-
gation Disposal Study was presented and further explained by City
Administrator Wood recommending authorization to proceed with apprai-
sal and required E.I.R. for said project. Councilman Link further
requested approval of soil testing required for said project.
Motion was made by Councilman Link seconded by Councilman
Taylor and carried that Staff be authorized to proceed with property
appraisals, required E.I.R. and soil testing required for the Gi1roy/ ~
Morgan Hill Irrigation Disposal Study, as recommended.
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The following informational items were noted with no separate
discussion on same:
The Food Bank in appreciation of City support in Brown Bag
Program;
Reminder of July 14, Joint City Meeting on Airport Study;
California Water Commission commending local conservation
program;
Certificate of Police Management Course como1etion to Chief
Cowart;
State in re: to Gilroy's "Hater Resources Loan/Grant" appli-
cation;
Continental Te1enhone Comnany request to P.U.C. for rate
increase;
Letters from the County Librarian, dated June 17, 1981 and
June 24, 1981;
Western Manufactured Housing Institute re: Manufactured Homes;
League of California Cities Legislative Bulletin, dated June
26,1981;
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Inter-City Council Meeting July 9, 1981; and
Las Animas Technology Park Design Guidelines.
Plan. Com.
Report
7/2/81
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AMD Site Plan
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Gen. Plan
,Amendments
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Temp. Trailer
Permit-
J.Barrow
P & R Com.~1eet.
6/16/81
Lib. & Cult.
Com.6/2/81
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Monthly
Reports
HCD Proj ects
P & R Budget
Transfers
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The Report of the Planning Commission Meeting of July 2~ 1981,
was noted and further explained by Planning Director Dorn.
The PUD Site Plan approval forAMD for Industrial Development
continued from the June 15, 1981, regular Council meeting was reviewed
and further explained by Planning Director Dorn.
Mr. George Scalise, Vice-President of AMD, addressed the Council
and further explained the proposed site plan requesting approval of same
noting that the architectural plans would be submitted prior to issuance
of a building permit.
Discussion was had by Council on the matter.
Motion was made by Councilman Link seconded by Councilman Taylor
and carried that the City Council accepts the request for the PUD Site
Plan Approval for AMD with the conditions as proposed with the Planning
Commission recommendation, findings as required in Section 55.5 of the
Zoning Ordinance as follows: (1) Conform to the Gilroy General Plan in
terms of general location and standards of development; (2) Provide the
type of development which will fill a specific need of the surrounding
area; (3) Not require urban services beyond those which are currently
available; (4) Provide a harmonious, integrated plan which justifies
exceptions, if such are required, to the normal requirements of this
ordinance; (5) Reflect an economical and efficient pattern of land uses;
(6) Include greater provisions for landscaping and open space than would
generally be required; (7) Uti1itze aesthetic design principles to
create attractive buildings and open areas which blend with the character
of surrounding areas; (8) Not create traffic congestion, noise, odor
or other adverse effects on surrounding area; and (9) Provide adequate
access, parking, landscaping, trash areas and storage, as necessary.
Councilwoman Albert voted "noll on the motion.
Motion was made by Councilwoman Hughan seconded by Councilman
Taylor and carried that the General Plan Amendment Procedure be approved
as recommended.
Motion was made by Councilman Pate seconded by Councilman Link
and carried that a one (1) year Temporary Trailer Permit be granted
James Barrow, at 95 Leaves1ey Road for use as a temporary caretaker
residence.
The Minutes of the Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting of
June 16, 1981, and the Senior Citizens' Advisory Council Meeting of
May 19, 1981, were noted.
Parks and Recreation Commissioner Rogers addressed the Council
and further explained the Statement of Awareness adopted by the Parks
and Recreation Commission to advise Council of the community needs.
Council noted that a specific recommendation is needed for
Council action.
The Minutes of the Library and Culture Commission Meeting of
June 2, 1981, were noted.
City Administrator Wood presented the summary of Monthly Reports
of May, 1981.
City Administrator Wood presented a recommendation to adopt
Section 3, Affirmative Action Plan for H.C.D. Projects. Motion was
made by Councilman Link seconded by Councilman Taylor and carried that
Section 3 Affirmative Action Plan for H.C.D. Projects be adopted as
recommended.
City Administrator Wood presented a request for a Parks and
Recreation budget transfer in the amount of $11,006 for continuation of
the Teen Program at Wheeler Center for the remainder of the year. Motion
was made by Councilman Taylor seconded by Councilman Link and carried
that the transfer in the Parks and Recreation Budget be approved as
presented.
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Group Life
Insurance
Uti 1 i ty Const.
Fund
City Administrator Wood presented a recommendation to
change carriers under the Group Life Insurance Plan. Motion was
made by Councilman Link seconded by Councilman Pate and carried that
the Cityls Group Life Insurance be changed to Confederation Life
as recommended.
City Administrator Wood presented a recommendation to establish
a Utility Construction Fund. Motion was made by Councilman Link
seconded by Councilman Taylor and carried that a Util ity Construction
Fund be established from Utility Tax revenues as recommended.
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Development Fees City Administrator Wood presented and explained a recommenda-
tion to increase the Development Fees. Motion was made by Council-
woman Hughan seconded by Councilman Pate that the reading of Resolu-
tion No. 81~69 be waived and that it be adopted.
Management
Sa1ari es
L i abi 1 ity &
Workers Compo
Insurance
Median Task
Force
Workers' Compo
Program
Project 566
RESOLUTION NO. 81-69
A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GILROY AMENDING RESOLU-
TIONS NOS. 80-58 AND 80-109 SO AS TO ADJUST FEES FOR THE DEVELOPMENT
OF RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONSTRUCTION COST
INDEX.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 6th day of July, 1981, by the following vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: ALBERT, HUGHAN, PATE, TAYLOR and GOODRICH
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBER: LINK
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBER: CUNNINGHAM
City Administrator Wood recommended that the Report on the
Booster Pump energy costs at the Golf Course be discussed during
review of the Golf Course Agreement.
City Administrator Wood presented a request for Management
Employees and salary survey requested by Council.
Council noted that they would continue this meeting to an J
Adjourned Regular Meeting of July 9,1981, at 3:00 p.m. and an .,
Executive Session prior to action in regard to Management salaries.
City Administrator Wood presented a report on the Cityls
Liability and Excess Workers I Compensation Insurance and requested
renewal with the present broker.
Motion was made by Councilman Link seconded by Councilman
Taylor and carried that the City's Liability and Excess Workers'
Compensation Insurance with A. Mason Blodgett be renewed as recom-
mended.
City Administrator Wood presented a Median Task Force
recommendation further explained by Parks and Recreation Director.
Motion was made by Councilwoman Hughan seconded by Councilwoman
Albert and carried that the Median Task Froce recommendations 'be
approved as submitted.
City Administrator Wood presented a recommendation to amend
the agreement with Gates, McDonald to administer the City Workers'
Compensation Program.
Motion was made by Councilman Pate seconded by Councilman J
Link and carried that the amended agreement with Gates, McDonald · .
be approved as submitted.
City Administrator Wood presented a Tentative Construction
Schedule for the 566 Project.
Drainage Facility City Administrator Wood presented a recommendation to accept
Plan a Drainage Facility Plan and Areas of Benefit Study.,
Go 1f Course
Agreement
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Ponding-50 ac.
Sewer Fa rm
Property
HCD Program
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Inter-Govt.
Council
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Sr. Citizens
Housing Proj.
Fireworks
Si ster Ci ty
Jt. M.H ./Gil roy
Meeting
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ICC Meeting
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Motion was made by Councilman Taylor seconded by Councilman
Link and carried that the Drainage Facility Plan be adopted as submitted.
Motion was made by Councilman Taylor seconded by Councilman Link
that the reading of the proposed ordinance providing for areas of
benefits be introduced and published by title and summary.
Councilman Taylor, Chairman of the Council Golf Course Advisory
Committee, recommended that the Report on the Golf Course Agreement
and Booster Pump Costs be continued to the next regular Council Meeting
of July 20, 1981, in order for the Board of Directors to consider addi-
tional information at their July 7, 1981 meeting.
Councilman Link, Chairman of the Council Sewer Advisory Committee,
recommended that the 50 acres of sewer farm property purchased from
Marian C. Waldon be prepared for ponding; project estimated at $60,000
to be shared by the City of Morgan Hill.
Motion was made by Councilman Taylor seconded by Councilman Pate
and carried that the 50 acre sewer farm property be prepared for ponding
as recommended.
Motion was made by Councilman Link seconded by Councilman Pate
and carried that the 1981-82 Budget be amended to allow for said ponding
project.
Councilman Link requested that he be authorized to work with
Staff to proceed with establishing a City HCD Program. Motion was made
by Councilman Pate seconded by Councilman Taylor and carried that Council-
man Link be authorized to work with Staff and proceed towards establishing
a City Rehabilitation Program for Gilroy's jurisdiction as recommended.
Councilwoman Hughan, representative of the IGC, noted that she
has been appointed to serve on a Monitoring Technical Advisory Committee
for housing, transportation, etc.; statistics to be staffed by the County
Planning Department with information to be forwarded cities on a regular
basis.
Planning Director Dorn gave a progress report of the Senior
Citizens' Housing Project on Third Street.
City Administrator Wood presented a preliminary report of fire-
works induced fires and accidents of July 4 & 5, 1981.
Councilman Link inquired if the City could limit the issuance
of licenses to local non-profit organizations. The City Attorney noted
that he would investigate same.
Fire Chief Brittain noted that he would be submitting a more
complete fireworks report at a later date.
The Mayor presented an English translation of a letter from the
City's Sister City of Montice11i d'Ongina, Italy.
Ms. Carolyn Ohanian, representing the San Martin Homeowners and
Residents Association, addressed the Council and inquired of the location
of the Airport Study Meeting. City Administrator Wood noted that the
Joint Morgan Hill/Gilroy 11eeting would be in Morgan Hill on July 14,
1981, and that the place has not been determined.
Ms. Ohanian noted that San Martin residents object to a Dinner
Meeting since same discourages public participation.
The Mayor noted the Inter-City Council Meeting of July 9, 1981,
in Los Altos Hills, noting that Council will be scheduling a meeting in
Gilroy on said date and no reservations for the ICC meeting were requested.
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Gavilan Water
Cons. Dist.
Adjournment
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The City Attorney recommended that the City cancel its
protest in paying the groundwater charges and the Gavilan Water
Conservation District will then waive the delinquency and penalty
charges of $2,730.00 previously submitted.
Motion was made by Councilman Link seconded by Councilman
Taylor and carried that the City Administrator be authorized to
inform Gavilan Water Conservation District that the City cancels
its protest in paying the groundwater charges as recommended.
At 10:05 p.m., motion was made by Councilman Taylor seconded
by Councilman Link and carried that the meeting adjourn to Thursday,
July 9, 1981, at 3:00 o'clock p.m., to be followed by an Executive
Session to discuss Management salaries.
Respectfully submitted,
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