Minutes 1994/05/16
Invocation
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Agenda
Roll call
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Regular Meeting
May 16, 1994
Gilroy, California
The Mayor led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Pastor Kevin wilson, Gilroy Bible church gave the
Invocation.
The city Clerk noted that the Agenda had been posted on
May 12, 1994 at 8:50 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.
The Mayor introduced New Employee: Kurt Ashley, Police
officer.
The Mayor presented the Employee Award for the Month of
April 1994 to Jim McCann, Public Information Technician.
Motion was made by Councilman Kloecker, seconded by
councilwoman Rowlison that the following items under the Consent
calendar be approved by the following Roll call Vote: Ayes:
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Minutes
Budget
Ord.94-5 re:
cardrooms
carnival
Res.94-39
PERS
Minutes
Pub.Hear.
TM 93-06
councilmembers: K. A. Mike Gilroy, Paul V. Kloecker, charles S.
Morales, connie Rogers, suellen C. Rowlison, Pete Valdez, Jr. and
Donald F. Gage;
Approved the Minutes of the Regular council Meeting of
April 25, 1994;
Approved Budget Amendments/Transfers as recommended;
Adopted ordinance No. 94-5 Repealing and Replacing Section
16.6-1 of the city code Regulating Operation of cardrooms;
ORDINANCE NO. 94 - 5
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GILROY REPEALING
AND REPLACING SECTION 16.6-1 OF THE GILROY CITY CODE REGULATING
OPERATION OF CARDROOMS.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 16th day of May, 1994, by the following
vote:
AYES:
COUNCILMEMBERS:
NOES:
ABSENT:
COUNCILMEMBERS:
COUNCILMEMBERS:
GILROY, KLOECKER, MORALES,
ROWLISON, VALDEZ and GAGE
None
None;
ROGERS,
Approved a request for a carnival on the Wal-Mart parking
Lot, June 2 through 5, 1994 as recommended;
Adopted Resolution No. 94-39 of Intention to Amend the PERS
Contract to provide designated period for Two Years Additional
Service credit for specific Eligible Local Miscellaneous Members
as recommended;
RESOLUTION NO. 94 - 39
RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GILROY OF
APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO CONTRACT BETWEEN THE BOARD
ADMINISTRATION OF THE PUBLIC EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GILROY.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 16th day of May, 1994, by the following
vote:
AYES:
INTENTION TO
OF
SYSTEM AND THE
COUNCILMEMBERS:
NOES:
ABSENT:
COUNCILMEMBERS:
COUNCILMEMBERS:
GILROY, KLOECKER, MORALES,
ROWLISON, VALDEZ and GAGE
None
None; and
ROGERS,
Approved the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of May
2, 1994.
The Mayor stated that it was the time and place scheduled
for a Public Hearing to consider a Tentative Map request of
Kaufman & Broad to subdivide a portion of two parcels into four-
teen single family residential lots on approximately three acres,
located west of Santa Teresa Boulevard, north of Longmeadow and
Blacksmith Drives; TM 93-06.
The Staff Report was noted and further explained by
Planning Director Dorn.
The Mayor 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. The Mayor closed the Public Hearing.
Motion was made by councilman Kloecker seconded by
councilman Gilroy and carried that the Negative Declaration be
approved as completed in compliance with CEQA, as reflectin9 the
independent judgement of the city and adopting the Mitigation
Monitoring Program.
Motion was made by councilman Kloecker seconded by
councilman Morales and carried that staff be directed to prepare
a Resolution approving said Tentative Map, TM 93-06.
pub.Hear.
Z 93-02
pub.Hear.
TM 93-03
pub.Hear.
Z 93-10
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The Mayor stated that it was the time and place scheduled
for a Public Hearing to consider a rezoning request from Al
(Agriculture) and R3 (Medium Density Residential) District to Rl-
PUD (single Family Residential-planned unit Development) District
on 39.23 acres, and to R3-PUD (Medium Density Residential-planned
unit Development) District on 13.42 acres on approximately 52.75
acres, on property located on the west side of Thomas Road, north
of santa Teresa Boulevard, Thomas Road properties, Ltd. and the
Glenn Lorna Group, applicants, z 93-02.
The staff Report was noted and further explained by
planning Director Dorn.
The Mayor asked if there was anyone in the audience wishing
to speak for or against the proposed rezoning.
Arnold Brunetti, representing the owners, addressed the
council noting his presence to answer any questions.
Motion was made by councilman Kloecker seconded by
councilman Gilroy and carried that the Negative Declaration be
approved as completed in compliance with CEQA and reflecting the
independent judgement of the city and adopting the Mitigation
Monitoring Program.
Motion was made by councilman Kloecker seconded by
Councilman Gilroy and carried that staff be directed to prepare
an ordinance approving Z 93-02.
The Mayor stated that it was the time and place scheduled
to consider a Tentative Map to subdivide 10.19 acres from 43
single Family Residential Lots, including 1 existing single
Family Dwelling, on property located on the west side of Thomas
Road, north of Santa Teresa Boulevard, Thomas Road properties,
Ltd. and Glen Lorna Group, Applicants, TM 93-03.
The staff Report was noted and further explained by
planning Director Dorn.
The Mayor asked if there was anyone in the audience wishing
to speak for or against the proposal.
Arnold Brunetti, representing the owners, addressed the
council noting his presence to answer any questions.
The Mayor closed the Public Hearing.
Motion was made by councilman Kloecker seconded by
Councilman Gilroy and carried that staff be directed to prepare a
Resolution approving TM 93-03.
The Mayor stated that it was the time and place scheduled
for a Public Hearing to consider a rezoning request to amend the
city of Gilroy's zoning Map from Rl (single Family Residential)
to RI-PUD (single Family Residential-planned unit Development) on
approximately 13 acres, on property located on the west side of
santa Teresa Boulevard, north of Mantelli Drive, willard Homes,
applicant, Z 93-10.
The staff Report was noted and further explained by
Planning Director Dorn.
The Mayor asked if there was anyone in the audience wishing
to speak for or against the proposal.
Arnold Brunetti, representing the owner, addressed the
council noting his presence for any questions.
The Mayor closed the public Hearing.
Motion was made by councilman Gilroy seconded by council-
woman Rowlison and carried that the Negative Declaration be
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Pub.Hear.
TM 94-01
Housing
Element
P & R Com.
Lib & cult
TDM Amndmt.
approved as completed in compliance with CEQA, as reflecting the
independent judgement of the city and adopting the Mitigation
Monitoring Program.
Motion was made by councilman Gilroy seconded by councilman
Kloecker and carried that staff be directed to prepare an
ordinance approving Z 93-10.
The Mayor stated that it was the time and place scheduled
to consider a Tentative Map request to subdivide thirteen acres
into sixty single Family Residential Lots, on property located on
the west side of Santa Teresa Boulevard, north of Mantelli Drive,
Willard Homes, applicant, TM 94-01.
The staff Report was noted and further explained by
Planning Director Dorn.
The Mayor asked if there was anyone in the audience wishing
to speak for or against the proposal.
Arnold Brunetti, representing the owner, addressed the
council noting his presence to answer any questions.
The Mayor closed the Public Hearing.
Motion was made by councilman Kloecker seconded by
councilman Gilroy and carried that staff be directed to prepare a
Resolution approving TM 94-01.
Motion was made by Councilman Kloecker seconded by council-
woman Rogers and carried that the Public Hearing to consider a
General plan Text Amendment to update the Housing Element of the
city of Gilroy's General plan be continued to June 20, 1994.
(Planning commission continued their hearing to June 2, 1994.)
The Mayor recommended that Patricia Golden be appointed to
fill the unexpired term (1-1-98) on the Parks & Recreation
commission.
Motion was made by councilman Kloecker seconded by council-
man Valdez and carried that Patricia Golden be appointed to fill
the unexpired term on the Parks & Recreation commission (1-1-98).
The Mayor announced his proposed recommendation on the
appointment to the Library & culture commission vacancy to be
Leah Halper who has declined the appointment and requested
councilmembers notify the city Clerk of their second choice for
appointment at the next regular council Meeting.
councilwoman Rowlison noted that another opening on the
Library & culture commission is anticipated due to the recent
resignation of one of the commissioners. The Mayor noted that
Council would request new applications for said vacancy.
Discussion was had regarding potential new commissions that
may be formed, i.e. Film commission and possible charter
amendments pertaining to Commissions.
Discussion was had regarding a proposed ordinance amending
Chapter 25B of the Gilroy city code relating to the Transporta-
tion Demand Management Program further explained by councilman
Kloecker.
Motion was made by councilman Kloecker seconded by
councilman Valdez and unanimously carried that the proposed
ordinance be read by title only and waived further reading of the
ordinance. The Clerk read the title of the ordinance.
Motion was made by councilman Kloecker seconded by
councilman Valdez that the proposed ordinance be introduced and
published by title and summary.
94-95
Budget
plancom
5-5-94
A/s 94-4
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city Administrator Baksa distributed copies of the
1994-1999 Budget noting the first study session on the Budget is
scheduled for May 18, 1994 and will be televised.
The following informational items were noted with no
separate discussion on same except as noted:
customer service:
Fire Chief re: swiftwater Rescue Team;
Fire Chief's Inter-office Memo to Chemical control Division
re: Pre-Treatment Program,
Police chief's Inter-office Memo of congratulations to
officer svardal;
Gilroy Foods, Inc. In Appreciation of Assistant Fire chief
Ledesma;
Councilman Gilroy In Appreciation of John Garcia and Bob
connelly re: Rogers Lane project;
Hecker Pass Co-op School In Appreciation of Parks &
Recreation Department for Arranging community service project;
south valley National Bank re: Construction Project of New
offices; (councilman Kloecker noted and further explained.)
League of California cities Legislative Bulletins;
Bulletin #15-1994; Discussed AB 3822 regarding juvenile
incarceration and parole. city Administrator Baksa noted that he
would keep abreast of this proposed legislation; councilman
Kloecker noted that he would be attending a meeting Thursday with
ABAG's Legislative Committee and would note the city's concern;
Bulletin #16-1994; and Bulletin #17-1994;
city of Gilroy'S state Finance Department's population
Estimate January 1, 1994 (33,264);
Proclamations Issued by Mayor Gage: congratulations to
Avenues to Mental Health, lnc. on Fortieth Anniversary; south
valley symphony week - May 15-21, 1994; 48th Anniversary of the
Founding of the Italian Republic;
Monthly Cash and Investments Report - March 31, 1994; and
Informational Bulletin, willdan Associates, April/May 1994.
The Report of the Planning commission Meeting of May 5,
1994 was noted.
The staff Report on AS/94-4 was noted and further explained
by Planning Director Dorn.
Motion was made by councilman Kloecker seconded by council-
woman Rowlison and carried that A/S94-4 planned Unit Development
on property zoned R1-PUD (single Family Residential) planned Unit
Development for 14 Lot single Family Residential subdivision on
three acres, located west of santa Teresa Boulevard, north of
Longmeadow and Blacksmith Drives, Kaufman & Broad, Applicant be
approved as presented.
city Administrator Baksa noted an update on the Water
Conservation program.
city Administrator Baksa distributed a proposed List of
upcoming items for future council Agendas through August 1, 1994.
city Administrator Baksa distributed a staff Report on the
zoning Ordinance proposed amendments forthcoming on the next
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Planning commission agenda and requested any concerns be directed
to the Planning Department.
city Administrator Baksa noted staff met with Local
building contractors concerned with requirements of the
Residential Development Ordinance noting that the Development
Review committee will be studying their concerns and will report
back to council in approximately two months.
city Administrator Baksa noted the council Joint study
session in Morgan Hill on May 26, 1995 at 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
re: Refuse Rate Review.
city Administrator Baksa noted the council Joint study
session in Morgan Hill on June 1, 1994 at 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
re: Cable TV.
The Mayor noted a resignation of Dyan Tinsley from the
Library & culture commission.
The Mayor noted suggested dates from wheelchair Garlic
Pressers June 4th, 11th, 18th and 25, 1994 - 2:00 p.m. and
requested council notify City Clerk of their preference.
councilman Valdez noted that the 11th, 18th or 25th is okay with
his schedule.
Discussion was had regarding the Joint Venture: silicon
valley Network further explained by councilwoman Rowlison
suggesting that the city donate $2500.00 to be discussed at the
1994-95 Budget study Sessions.
Councilman Morales noted that he attended the strategic
Planning session for the School District to be further explained
by councilman Kloecker.
councilwoman Rogers gave an update on the visitors' Bureau
and noted that she and Councilwoman Rowlison attended a Tourism
Luncheon in Santa clara.
councilman Gilroy noted the senior skills Workshop at their
July 6th meeting at 10:00 a.m. requesting councilmembers attend
to include lunch.
councilman Kloecker recommended that the city support the
Joint Venture of Silicon valley Network and that Monterey County
has recently started a similar proposal directed toward tourism
and agriculture that might be adaptable to the City's partici-
pation.
councilman Kloecker reported on the strategic Planning of
the School District that he and councilman Morales attended
noting that one of the proposals will be for all students to
participate in community service and that he will have a summary
of the proposal for council review.
councilwoman Rowlison noted the event scheduled on senior
Day - May 20, 1994 at 6:00 a.m. for sale of newspapers in support
of wheeler Manor.
councilman Kloecker noted that the Santa clara county
cities Association May 19, 1994 meeting has been cancelled due to
lack of reservations.
The Mayor noted the following meetings/events:
city council study session re: 1994-95 Budget, May 18, 7:00
p.m., May 24, 7:30 p.m. and (if necessary) May 25, 1994 - 7:00
p.m., council Chambers, city Hall, 7351 Rosanna street, Gilroy.
Leadership Forum, May 19, 1994 - 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.,
Gilroy senior Center Meeting Room, 7371 Hanna street, Gilroy, CA;
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Santa clara County cities Association, May 19, 1994 - 6:00
p.m., Christmas Hill park, Gilroy. cancelled;
Joint Gilroy city Council/Chamber of Commerce Board of
Directors' study Session, June 9, 1994 - 7:00 p.m., Chamber of
Commerce Conference Room, 7471 Monterey Street, Gilroy; and
Santa Clara County cities Association Selection Committee
June 9, 1994 - 6:00 p.m., sunnyvale city Hall, Sunnyvale, CA.
Adjrnmt.
At 8:25 p.m. the Mayor adjourned the meeting.
Respectfully submitted,
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Susanne E. steinmetz, Cit~~~