Minutes 1994/04/25
Invocation
Posting
Agenda
Roll call
Flag &
certif.
spl. 0
Consent
Calendar
Budget
Claim
Dev.Agree
#94-12
Res.94-36
Dept.Reports
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Regular Meeting
April 25, 1994
Gilroy, California
Boy Scout Troop #792 led the Pledge of Allegiance to the
Flag.
Father Jim wilson, saint stephen's Episcopal Church gave
the Invocation.
The city Clerk noted that the Agenda had been posted on
April 21, 1994 at 8:59 a.m.
Present: councilmembers: K. A. Mike Gilroy, Paul V.
Kloecker, Charles S. Morales, Connie Rogers, Suellen C. Rowlison,
Pete Valdez, Jr. and Donald F. Gage; 7:00 p.m.
Boy Scout Troop #792 presented the Mayor with a Flag and
the Mayor presented certificates of Appreciation to Leaders and
Boy Scout Members of Troop #792, Girl Scout Troop #398 and 4-H
participants.
shelly Myers, Recreation Coordinator and special olympics
participant presented the Council with T-shirts and invited them
to the May 7 special olympics Event at the High school for their
Track and Field Event at 9:00 a.m.
Motion was made by Councilman Kloecker, seconded by
councilman Valdez that the following items under the Consent
calendar be approved by the following Roll call Vote: Ayes:
Councilmembers: K. A. Mike Gilroy, Paul V. Kloecker, Charles S.
Morales, Connie Rogers, Suellen C. Rowlison, Pete valdez, Jr. and
Donald F. Gage;
Approved Budget Amendments/Transfers as recommended;
Denied Claim of Darrell Beach as recommended;
Approved Tract Map Development Agreement #94-12, Arcadia
Development Company as recommended; and
Adopted Resolution No. 94-36 Issuing an Accounting order
re: Falcon Cable Rate setting Process as recommended.
RESOLUTION NO. 94 - 36
RESOLUTION
ACCOUNTING
PASSED AND
vote:
AYES:
OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GILROY ISSUING AN
ORDER RE: FALCON CABLE RATE SETTING PROCESS.
ADOPTED this 25th day of April, 1994, by the following
NOES:
ABSENT:
COUNCILMEMBERS: GILROY, KLOECKER, MORALES, ROGERS,
ROWLISON, VALDEZ and GAGE
COUNCILMEMBERS: None
COUNCILMEMBERS: None;
At 7:14 p.m. the Departmental Reports were given by the
Finance and Public works Departments re: Life cycle costing:
f~ 1 b
Bids
RDO
Numerical
Limits
RD 92-12
Director of Finance; Property Manager/purchasing Agent; Equipment
Maintenance supervisor and Information systems coordinator. The
Mayor reconvened the meeting at 7:56 p.m.
sergeant Brown presented and explained a recommendation to
approve purchase of a video Imaging system for the Police
Department, further explained by city Administrator Baksa.
Motion was made by councilman Kloecker seconded by council-
man Morales and carried that the proposal of TFP, Inc. be awarded
in the amount of $71,000.00 for a video Imaging system for the
Police Department as recommended.
The Mayor stated that it was the time and place scheduled
for the public Hearing to establish numerical limits of dwelling
units to be permitted under the requirements of the city of
Gilroy's Residential Development ordinance for the years 1994
through 2003.
The staff Report was noted and further explained by
Planning Director Dorn.
Discussion was had by Council on the matter.
the Mayor declared a recess in order to change the
reconvened the meeting at 9:13 p.m.
At 9:02 p.m.
video tape and
Discussion was had by council regarding the Exempt
category. city Administrator Baksa noted that same would be
presented to council in Mayor June.
The Mayor asked if there was anyone in the audience wishing
to speak on the matter.
Mr. Jim Hoey, 7554 princevalle street, representing the
Building Association of Gilroy, addressed the council and noted
that later in the agenda they would be requesting a study session
with the council regarding the requirements of the Residential
Development ordinance.
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The Mayor asked if there was anyone further in the audience
wishing to speak. There was no comment from anyone in the
audience. The Mayor closed the Public Hearing.
Discussion was had by Council.
Motion was made by councilman Kloecker seconded by Council-
man Valdez that the following numerical limits be established for
the following years: (directing staff to prepare a Resolution to
include the following:) '94-226; '95-297; '96-327; '97-2003/350
each; totalling 3,300 units. councilman Gilroy made a friendly
amendment seconded by councilwoman Rogers by the following Roll
call vote: to change each of the years from '99 through 2003 from
350 units to 300 units each (accepted by the original makers of
the motion.): Ayes: Councilmembers: Gilroy, Kloecker, Rogers,
Rowlison, valdez and Gage; Noes: councilmember: Morales.
continued discussion was had on proposed changes to RD 92-
12, silicon valley companies, further explained by Planning
Director Dorn recommending the modifications to RD 92-12 be
approved as presented.
Geary coats, representing the applicant, addressed the
council and further explained the proposed modifications to
RD 92-12.
councilman Kloecker noted no objection to the modifications
after further review; however, believes that the third phase of
96 units should be re-competed for under the RDO process. Mr.
coats noted that the applicant is aware that they would have to
compete for the additional 25 units in the third phase, but not
for the entire 96 units because 71 of those have already been
allocated.
Maint.Dist
#1 (country
Estates)
Res.#94-37
Economic
Impact
policies
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Guadalupe Arellano, Planning commissioner, addressed the
council and noted that she is opposed to the addition of 25 units
to this development as modifications and gave objections to the
new plan as proposed.
Director of Public works Allen answered questions regarding
the traffic, crosswalks, and signals in relation to the proposed
development.
Motion was made by councilman Gilroy seconded by council-
woman Rowlison and carried by the following Roll call Vote to
approve modifications and proposed changes to RD 92-12, silicon
valley companies as presented: Ayes: Councilmembers: Gilroy,
Morales, Rowlison and Gage; Noes: councilmembers: Kloecker,
Rogers and valdez.
A preliminary Annual Levy Report of the Annual Benefit
Assessment for Maintenance District No.1, city of Gilroy
(country Estates), 1994-1995 Fiscal Year was noted and further
explained by city Administrator Baksa.
Motion was made by councilman Kloecker seconded by
Councilman Gilroy that the reading of Resolution No. 94-37 be
waived and that it be adopted of Intention to Adopt Engineer's
Report for the 1994-1995 Fiscal Year and Levy and Collect Annual
Benefit Assessments.
RESOLUTION NO. 94 - 37
RESOLUTION OF INTENTION TO ADOPT ENGINEER'S REPORT FOR THE FISCAL
YEAR 1994-95 AND LEVY AND COLLECT ANNUAL BENEFIT ASSESSMENTS
WITHIN MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO.1, CITY OF GILROY.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 25th day of April, 1994, by the following
vote:
AYES:
COUNCILMEMBERS:
NOES:
ABSENT:
COUNCILMEMBERS:
COUNCILMEMBERS:
GILROY, KLOECKER, MORALES,
ROWLISON, VALDEZ and GAGE
None
None
ROGERS,
At 11:06 p.m. the Mayor declared a recess in order to
change the video tape and reconvened the meeting at 11:12 p.m.
Discussion was had on the Draft policy on Economic Impact
Policies.
councilman Kloecker requested that "in the same facility"
be added to No.3.
councilwoman Rogers suggested that fiscal analysis be added
as to how the sales tax revenue to the city would be affected
economically and fiscally.
councilman Valdez requested further discussion as to the
location of where the proposed policy would apply. city
Administrator Baksa noted that this issue should be discussed at
a later date. councilman Gilroy agreed if this discussion could
be scheduled at an early date.
The Mayor asked if there was anyone in the audience wishing
to speak on the proposal.
Patti Hale, Economic Development chairperson of the Gilroy
chamber of Commerce, addressed the council and requested that
council refrain from adding another requirement and fee for
development. She also requested that council involve their
committee in Study sessions regarding business related matters.
Ernie Olivares, CEO and President of the chamber of
Commerce, addressed the council and requested that the chamber be
involved in adoption of city policies of this nature and that
developers should also have input.
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Bldg.Assoc.
Garlic
Pressers
Jane Howard, 3300 Canada Road, Gilroy, small Business owner
and member of the Chamber, addressed the Council and noted
opposition to additional regulations for businesses.
Gary Walton addressed the Council and noted opposition to
the city determining what free market should be and opposition to
additional regulations.
councilman Gilroy agreed that closer working relations with
the Chamber on issues such as this matter is needed.
Councilman Morales agreed to include the chamber and
Hispanic Chamber in policy issues of this nature pertaining to
businesses.
Motion was made by Councilman Valdez seconded by Councilman
Kloecker and failed by the following Roll Call Vote to accept the
draft policy on Economic Impact Reports as presented: Ayes:
Councilmembers: Kloecker and valdez; Noes: Councilmembers:
Gilroy, Morales, Rogers, Rowlison and Gage.
Motion was made by Councilwoman Rowlison seconded by
councilman Morales and carried that this matter be discussed at
the Joint study session of May 12, 1994 with the Gilroy Chamber
of Commerce Board of Directors prior to action on the proposed
policy and that the chamber invite the Hispanic Chamber
representatives to said meeting.
Mike Kennedy, 7625 Las Padres ct., representing the Build-
ing Association of Gilroy, non-profit organization, addressed the
council noting said organization was formed because the present
RDO affects small builders in Gilroy and they wish to meet with
the city to discuss same. city Administrator Baksa noted that he
and Planning Director Dorn would meet with this group.
Gary walton, local building contractor, addressed the
Council and noted that the in-fill category requirements are not
feasible for small contractors.
Mark starritt, 710 Fourth Street, addressed the Council and
explained the reasoning for formation of the Builders' Associa-
tion of Gilroy, noting that a meeting with the city's staff is
agreeable; however, requested a meeting with the council at some
point in time.
The Mayor noted that staff would meet with representatives
of the Builders' Association and a meeting can be scheduled with
Council at a later date.
Council accepted an invitation of the Gilroy Garlic
Pressers Inc. to participate in an Exhibition Wheelchair
Basketball Game and requested staff obtain suggested dates for
the event.
The following informational items were noted with no
separate discussion on same:
Customer service:
Doris Sosa of Councilwoman Rogers' Weapon Event In
Appreciation of Administrative staff;
Letter of Appreciation to Parks & Recreation staff re:
Basketball League;
Gavilan college certificates in Appreciation of Human
Resources staff;
Police Chief In Appreciation of corporal Becerra's Efforts
with the county of Santa Cruz sheriff's office;
Gilroy Unified school District In Appreciation of Mayor
Gage's participation in the parents' Forum at Jordan school;
P.& R.
3-15-94
August
Meetings
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Minutes of the Gilroy visitors' Bureau Advisory Committee
Meeting of March 10, 1994 and Financial statement Thru February
28, 1994;
Advent Group Ministries In Appreciation of Community
Development Block Grant Program;
League of California cities Legislative Bulletin #14-1994;
city's Response re: Senate and Assembly Bills. Councilman
Kloecker noted the city's response to SB 3305.
It was noted that the Parks and Recreation commission
March 15, 1994 Regular Meeting was cancelled due to lack of a
quorum.
The Minutes of the senior Advisory Board Meetings of
February 18, 1994 and March 21, 1994 were noted.
The Minutes of the Library and culture commission Meetings
of March 8, 1994 and April 12, 1994 were noted.
councilwoman Rowlison noted Library & culture commissioner
Tinsley's intention to resign.
city Administrator Baksa distributed the Quarterly Reports
to council.
city Administrator Baksa distributed a Draft of council's
vision statement noting that other goals are being studied by
staff and requested council contact him if there are any problems
with same.
Discussion was had regarding the schedule of city council
August 1994 Meetings.
Motion was made by Councilwoman Rogers seconded by council-
woman Rowlison and carried that all regular Council meetings in
August 1994 be cancelled except August 1, 1994. Councilman
Gilroy voted "no" on the motion.
councilman Kloecker requested a proposed summary schedule
of agenda items for May and June 1994.
councilman Kloecker noted that the county of Santa clara
has apologized for not notifying the city of the proposed changes
in the transit bus lines schedule and that action on the proposed
revisions has been tabled for two weeks.
The Mayor noted the following meetings and events:
League of california cities, peninsula Division, General
Membership Meeting, April 28, 1994, 5:30 p.m., San Mateo;.
city council study session, May 4, 1994 - 7:00 p.m.,
Employees' Lounge, city Hall, 7351 Rosanna street, Gilroy, CA
95020 re: Discussion of city-wide Survey with Research Center
consultants;.
city council Interview session, May 9, 1994 - 7:00 p.m.,
Gilroy senior center, 7371 Hanna street, Gilroy, CA 95020 re:
Applicants for Library & culture commission and Parks &
Recreation commission vacancies;.
city council/Gilroy chamber of Commerce Board of Directors
Joint Meeting, May 12, 1994 -7:00 p.m., Gilroy Chamber Board
Room, 7417 Monterey Street, Gilroy, CA 95020 re: Discussion on
Issues of Mutual Concern;.
city council study session re: 1994-95 Budget, May 18, 7:00
p.m., May 24, 7:30 p.m. and (if necessary) 25, 7:00 p.m., Council
Chambers, city Hall, 7351 Rosanna Street, Gilroy, CA;
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Leadership Forum, May 19, 1994 - 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.,
Gilroy senior Center Meeting Room, 7371 Hanna street, Gilroy;
south County Regional Wastewater Authority Meeting, April
26, 1994.
At 12:36 a.m., Tuesday, April 26, 1994 the Mayor adjourned
the meeting.
Respectfully submitted,
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/ Susanne E. steifimetz,