Minutes 1988/04/04
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Posting
Agenda
Roll Call
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Regular Meeting
April 4, 1988
Gilroy, California
The Mayor led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
The City Clerk reported that the Agenda had been posted on
March 31, 1988 at 9:43 a.m.
Present: Councilmembers: Donald F. Gage, Leonard A. Hale,
Paul V. Kloecker, Larry Mussallem, Daniel D. Palmerlee, and Pete
Valdez, Jr. and Roberta H. Hughan - 8:07 p.m.
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Intro.New
Employee
Consent
Calendar
Minutes
Renz Lane
Impts.
Bids re:
Landscaping
Chestnut
Fire Stn.
Pub.Hear.
Easement
Vacation
Res.88-16
Pub. Hear.
RDO Limits
The Mayor introduced a new employee: John Sellen, Public
Safety Dispatcher/Clerk I.
Motion was made by Councilman Gage seconded by Councilman
Kloecker that the following items under the Consent Calendar be
approved by the following Roll Call Vote: Ayes: Councilmembers:
Gage, Hale, Kloecker, Mussallem, Palmerlee, Valdez and Hugha~:
Approved the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of
March 21, 1988;
Approved the Minutes of the Special Council Meeting of
March 28, 1988;
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Accepted Improvements for Renz Lane Improvements - James R.
,Barrow, as recommended.
City Administrator Baksa presented and explained a recom-
mendation to award the bid of West Coast Landscaping in the
amount of $17,221.00 for the Chestnut Street Fire Station Land-
scaping Project.
Motion was made by Councilman Gage seconded by Councilman
Kloecker and carried that the bid of West Coast Landscaping in
the amount of $17,221.00 be awarded for the Chestnut Street Fire
Station Landscaping Project as recommended.
The Mayor stated that it was the time and place scheduled
for the continued Public Hearing to consider vacation of ease-
ments at First Street and Kelton Drive, Glen Loma Group.
The Staff report was noted and further explained by City
Administrator Baksa.
The Mayor asked if there was anyone in the audience wishing
to speak on the matter. There was no comment from anyone in the
audience. The Mayor closed the hearing.
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Motion was made by Councilman Gage seconded by Councilman
Valdez that the reading of Resolution No. 88-16 be waived and
that it be adopted vacating the easements as recommended.
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RESOLUTION NO. 88 - 16
RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GILROY ORDERING VACATION
OF THE SOUTHERLY FOUR FEET OF THE 24 FOOT ROAD AND UTILITIES
EASEMENT ALONG THE NORTHERLY REAR BOUNDARY OF THE PARCEL ON THE
NORTHEAST CORNER OF HECKER PASS HIGHWAY AND KELTON DRIVE AND ALL
OF THE 35 FOOT AND 6 FOOT ROAD AND UTILITIES EASEMENTS ALONG THE
FRONT AND WEST BOUNDARIES OF THE SAME PARCEL.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 4th day of April, 1988, by the following
vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
COUNCILMEMBERS: GAGE, HALE, KLOECKER, MUSSALLEM,
PALMERLEE, VALDEZ and HUGHAN.
COUNCILMEMBERS: None
COUNCILMEMBERS: None
The Mayor stated that it was the time and place scheduled
for a Public Hearing to consider Annual Numerical Limits for
1989, 1990 and 1991 required by the Residential Development
Ordinance.
The Staff Report was noted and further explained by Plan-
ning Director Dorn recommending cancellation of the competition
and setting the limits at zero.
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The Mayor asked if there was anyone in the audience wishing
to speak for or against the matter.
Mr. Richard Crowley, Executive Vice President of the Build-
Industry Association, addressed the Council requesting that zero
limits not be set because developers are unable to attract com-
mercial and industrial development with no housing available. He
further noted that the developers are willing to fund an economic
impact study for the City.
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Res. 88-17
PERS
Res.88-18
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Intro.Ord.re:
PERS Contr.
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Res.88-19
Tacco, Japan
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Mr. Tim Filice, Glen Loma Group, addressed the Council
requesting that the City seek every means economically feasible
to keep the planning process moving because "zero" limits sends a
"no growth" message to developers.
Mr. Lou Tersini, Arcadia Homes, addressed the Council
requesting that the City proceed with the RDO process with the
understanding, no sewer allocations until available.
The Mayor asked if there was anyone further in the audience
wishing to speak on the matter. There was no comment from anyone
in the audience. The Mayor closed the Public Hearing.
Motion was made by Councilman Kloecker seconded by Council-
man Palmerlee that the reading of Resolution No. 88-17 be waived
and that it be adopted setting Numerical Limits for 1989, 1990
and 1991 to be "0" under the requirements of the Residential
Development Ordinance.
RESOLUTION NO. 88 - 17
RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GILROY ADOPTING
NUMERICAL LIMITS FOR RESIDENTIAL DWELLING UNITS TO BE ISSUED
BUILDING PERMITS FOR EACH OF THE YEARS 1989, 1990 AND 1991.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 4th day of April, 1988, by the following
vote:
AYES:
COUNCILMEMBERS: GAGE, HALE, KLOECKER, MUSSALLEM,
PALMERLEE, VALDEZ and HUGHAN
COUNCILMEMBERS: None
COUNCILMEMBERS: None
NOES:
ABSENT:
City Administrator Baksa presented and explained a
recommendation to amend the PERS Contract to provide Section
20862.8 (Credit for Unused Sick leave) for local miscellaneous
members.
Motion was made by Councilman Gage seconded by Councilman
Kloecker that the reading of Resolution No. 88-18 be waived and
that it be adopted of intention to approve an amendment to the
PERS Contract to provide Section 20862.8 (Credit for Unused Sick
leave) for local miscellaneous members as recommended.
RESOLUTION NO. 88 - 18
RESOLUTION OF INTENTION TO APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO CONTRACT
BETWEEN THE BOARD OF ADMINISTRATION OF THE PUBLIC EMPLOYEES'
RETIREMENT SYSTEM AND THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GILROY.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 4th day of April, 1988 by the following
vote:
AYES:
COUNCILMEMBERS:
GAGE, HALE, KLOECKER, MUSSALLEM,
PALMERLEE, VALDEZ and HUGHAN
None
None
NOES:
ABSENT:
COUNCILMEMBERS:
COUNCILMEMBERS:
Motion was made by Councilman Gage seconded by Councilman
Kloecker and carried that a proposed ordinance be introduced and
published by title and summary authorizing an amendment to the
contract between the City Council of the City of Gilroy and the
Board of Administration of the California Public Employees'
Retirement System to be adopted May 2, 1988.
The Mayor announced that this change in benefit will have
no change in the City's employer contribution rate.
The Mayor requested that a Resolution be adopted honoring
the City of Tacco, Japan - Sister City.
Motion was made by Councilman Valdez seconded by Councilman
Hale that the reading of Resolution No. 88-19 be waived and that
it be adopted honoring Sister City - City of Takko, Japan.
RESOLUTION NO. 88 - 19
RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GILROY OFFICIALLY
DESIGNATING TACCO-MACHI, JAPAN AS A SISTER CITY OF THE CITY OF
GILROY.
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Nob Hill
Family Pk.
Dep.City Clk
MTC-SAFE
Res.88-20
Jasker Sewer
Allot. Extn.
Gilroy
Chamber
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 4th day of April, 1988, by the following
vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
COUNCILMEMBERS: GAGE, HALE, KLOECKER, MUSSALLEM,
PALMERLEE, VALDEZ and HUGHAN
COUNCILMEMBERS: None
COUNCILMEMBERS: None
Discussion was had regarding Nob Hill Family Park future
sewer needs and possible action. A Staff Report was noted and
further explained by City Administrator Baksa.
The Mayor asked if there was anyone in the audience wishing
to speak on the matter. There was no comment from anyone in the
audience.
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Motion was made by Councilman Mussallem seconded by
Councilman Kloecker and carried that the Staff recommendations as
outlined in the City Administrator's memorandum, dated March 31,
1988 be approved as presented, specifically to grant 22,500 gpd
sewer allocation to Nob Hill Family Park to start in June 1990.
Future allocations (1992 or 1993) totalling an additional 22,500
gpd would be requested once the new wastewater treatment plant is
constructed; and that if the entire annexation process is not
completed by June 1990 that Nob Hill Family Park will not lose
their sewer allocation and will be allowed to connect to the
City's sewer system.
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A recommendation to appoint Rhonda Pellin Deputy City Clerk
was noted. Motion was made by Councilman Kloecker seconded by
Councilman Hale and carried that Rhonda Pellin be appointed
Deputy City Clerk as recommended, effective immediately.
A request of the Metropolitan Transportation Commission was
noted soliciting the City's Membership in a Regional Service
Authority for Freeway Emergencies (SAFE).
Motion was made by Councilman Mussallem seconded by
Councilman Kloecker that the reading of Resolution No. 88-20 be
waived and that it be adopted requesting that priorities be
established for the freeway between Cochran and Bernal Roads when
SAFE is in effect.
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RESOLUTION NO. 88 - 20
RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GILROY AUTHORIZING THE
METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION AS A REGIONAL SERVICE
AUTHORITY FOR FREEWAY EMERGENCIES (SAFE).
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 4th day of April, 1988, by the following
vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
COUNCILMEMBERS: GAGE, HALE, KLOECKER, MUSSALLEM,
PALMERLEE, VALDEZ and HUGHAN
COUNCILMEMBERS: None
COUNCILMEMBERS: None
A request of Mr. Lloyd E. Martin, (Jasker, Inc.) for an
extension of sewer allotment for the Jasker Industrial Park on
Murray Avenue was noted and further explained by City Adminis-
trator Baksa recommending denial of the request.
Discussion was had by Council on the matter. Heard from
Mr. Martin further explaining his request.
Motion was made by Councilman Mussallem seconded by
Councilman Kloecker and carried that Lloyd E. Martin, be granted
a one year extension of sewer allotment for the Jasker Industrial
Park, from August 15, 1988 (extending time building permit can be
issued) to August 15, 1989 with the stipulation that 50% of the
fees are to be paid immediately and 50% of the fees to be paid by
August 15, 1988.
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The Mayor noted that Marie Callender Restaurant had voided
their sewer agreement.
A request from the Gilroy Chamber of Commerce for funds for
a booth rental and expenses at the San Jose Development Tour was
noted and City Administrator Baksa noted that funds would not be
needed; however, volunteers to work the booth are requested.
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Councilmembers Hale and Valdez noted that they would
volunteer to work in the booth.
The following informational items were noted with no
separate discussion on same.
Scott McIntyre, Hercules, CA regarding Prayers;
Santa Clara Water District re: Uvas Carnadero Levee
Project;
Report on Investments with Maturities Exceeding One Year;
Santa Clara County Traffic Authority Annual Report for
1987;
Minutes of the Gilroy Downtown Development Corporation
Meeting of March 11, 1988;
Santa Clara Valley Water District re: Construction Date of
the West Branch Llagas Creek Box Culvert at Leavesley Road and
State Highway 152; and
Proclamation Issued by Mayor Hughan: Child Passenger Safety
Week - May 1-8, 1988.
Noted the Minutes of the Joint Powers Sewer Advisory Com-
mittee Meeting of February 9, 1988.
City Administrator Baksa noted the Council Study Session of
April 11, 1988 - 7:00 p.m. to be in the Employees' Lounge, City
Hall, Gilroy and requested Councilmembers bring the Staff Report
from Wulff, Hansen & Co. enclosed in the Council packet of this
meeting.
City Administrator Baksa noted that the proposed Reorgani-
zation of Public Safety Director concept and the consolidation of
the Hazardous Materials and Pretreatment Program will be presen-
ted to Council at their next regular meeting of April 18, 1988.
Councilman Kloecker requested that copies of the City's
response to the Draft EIR of Vintner's Show Case be forwarded to
the members of the South County Advisory Planning Committee.
The Mayor noted the City Council Study Session of April 11,
1988 - 7:00 p.m. to discuss bonding options for Gilroy's share of
the new Wastewater Treatment Plant.
The Mayor noted the Inter-City Council Dinner Meeting of
April 14, 1988 - 6:30 p.m. in Palo Alto.
The Mayor noted a scheduled Open House at Zen Plants on
April 16, 1988 - 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. for the Japanese Tour.
At 10:03 p.m. the Mayor adjourned the meeting to a Closed
Session re: Litigation in accordance with Section 54956.9 (c) of
the Government Code re: State Board of Equalization and Exposure
to Litigation in accordance with Section 54956.9 (b)(I) of the
Government Code.
At 10:15 p.m. the Mayor reconvened the meeting and further
adjourned.
Respectfully submitted,
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. Susanne E. Steinmetz, City