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Minutes 1994/09/19 Adopted Resolution No. 94-69 establishing a 4-way stop at the intersection of sixth and Hanna streets as recommended; Denied claim of Samson Guardado as recommended; Approved Tract Map and Development Agreement #94-40, Kaufman & Broad, Inc., park Commons as recommended; Approved Budget Amendments/Transfers as recommended; ROGERS, GILROY, KLOECKER, MORALES, ROWLISON, VALDEZ and GAGE COUNCILMEMBERS: None COUNCILMEMBERS: None; NOES: ABSENT: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GILROY AMENDING SECTION 2.41(b)(4) OF THE GILROY CITY CODE PROVIDING FOR THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE CITY PURCHASING AGENT TO ESTABLISH COMPETITIVE PROCESSES. PASSED AND ADOPTED this 19th day of september, 1994, by the following vote: AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: ORDINANCE NO. 94 - 18 Adopted Ordinance No. 94-18 amending Section 2.41(b)(4) of the Gilroy city code providing for the responsibility of the city purchasing Agent to establish competitive processes; Motion was made by councilwoman Rowlison, seconded by councilman Morales that the following items under the consent calendar be approved removing Item "H" Resolution In support of Measure A re: Library Issue, 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~ The Mayor presented certificates of Appreciation to Jeff Watterson, co-chairperson, for the 6th Annual Gilroy 3-wall Doubles Handball Tournament Youth scholarship Fund Raiser. 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 city Clerk noted that the Agenda had been posted on september 15, 1994 at 9:29 a.m. Father Jim wilson, st. stephens' Episcopal church, gave the Invocation. The Mayor led the pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Regular Meeting september 19, 1994 Gilroy, California - ""~";";-,;",-'''''''':.;' .-.~,~.. """',",,.,"" Res.94-69 Claim Dev.Agree Budget Ord.94-18 Consent calendar cert.Serv. Roll call posting Agenda Invocation 6558 Imprvmts. Minutes HCD Imprvmts. Res.94-70 Res.94-71 Bids pub.Hear. GPA 93-02 655n RESOLUTION NO. 94 - 69 RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GILROY ESTABLISHING A FOUR-WAY STOP AT THE INTERSECTION OF HANNA AND SIXTH STREETS IN THE CITY OF GILROY PURSUANT TO SECTION 15.40 OF THE GILROY CITY CODE. PASSED AND ADOPTED this 19th day of september, 1994, by the following vote: AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: NOES: ABSENT: GILROY, KLOECKER, MORALES, ROGERS, ROWLISON, VALDEZ and GAGE COUNCILMEMBERS: None COUNCILMEMBERS: None; Accepted Improvements of obata Brothers, project #92-12, Rossi court, as recommended; Approved Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of september 6, 1994; Approved a separation Agreement for the community Development Block Grant Program as recommended; Accepted Improvements for sanitary Sewer Replacement project #94-PW301, 93-04 as recommended; and Adopted Resolution No. 94-70 honoring Larry James, chief Building Official, upon his retirement; RESOLUTION NO. 94 - 70 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GILROY HONORING AND COMMENDING THE SERVICES OF LARRY JAMES, CHIEF BUILDING OFFICIALS UPON HIS RETIREMENT. PASSED AND ADOPTED this 19th day of september, 1994, by the following vote: AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: GILROY, KLOECKER, MORALES, ROGERS, ROWLISON, VALDEZ and GAGE COUNCILMEMBERS: None COUNCILMEMBERS: None NOES: ABSENT: Councilman Kloecker explained his recommendation to approve a resolution in support of Measure A re: Library Issues. Motion was made by Councilman Kloecker seconded by council- man Valdez that the reading of Resolution No. 94-71 be waived and that it be adopted in support of Measure A re: Library Issues. RESOLUTION NO. 94 - 71 RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GILROY IN SUPPORT OF MEASURE A - KEEP COMMUNITY LIBRARIES OPEN. PASSED AND ADOPTED this 19th day of september, 1994, by the following vote: AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: NOES: ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: COUNCILMEMBERS: GILROY, KLOECKER, MORALES, ROWLISON, VALDEZ and GAGE None None ROGERS, city Administrator Baksa presented and explained a recom- mendation to award bids for street maintenance materials. Motion was made by councilman Kloecker seconded by councilwoman Rowlison and carried that the eight (8) bids for street maintenance materials be awarded as recommended. The Mayor stated that it was the time and place scheduled for the continued public Hearing to consider a General plan Amendment request to increase residential density on 10.2 acres from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential, located west of Kern Avenue, east of Santa Teresa Boulevard and north of Welburn Avenue, along the planned extension of Mantelli Drive, Filice Family Estates, GPA 93-02. (continued from 3-21- 94, 4-18-94, 6-6-94, 7-5-94 and 7-18-94.) Sr'oo hHJ. The staff Report was noted and further explained by Planning Director Dorn including modifications to the mitigation measures agreed upon by the applicant. The Mayor asked if there was anyone in the audience wishing to speak for or against the proposal. The following addressed the council: Marie Juncker, Executive Director, south county Housing, 7455 Carmel street, representing the applicant, noting they agree to improvement of one-half of Kern Avenue and installation of sidewalks by Rod Kelly school and agree to improvement of the extension of Mantelli Drive. She further noted that a decision for approval of this project is needed in order to receive funding for their project. shannon Kara, 848 Ramona Way, noting concern for the increase of traffic in the area as a result of the proposed project. she noted that no crosswalks are proposed for children crossing the street at Ramona on Kern Avenue. She opposed the density of homes to be allowed and requested extension of Mantelli Drive to santa Teresa Boulevard. Mark Moore, 575 San Pedro, Morgan Hill, Board of Directors - south county Housing, noting that this is a much needed project for Gilroy. Don Culver, 8539 Kelton Drive, noting he contacted the majority of the neighborhood and explained the problems that would result from the proposed project. He further noted numer- ous high density projects on Kern Avenue and that the proposed project would add to these problems. He noted that no crosswalk proposed for Ramona Way at Kern Avenue would be a school safety problem. He thanked south County Housing for addressing the issue and for their positive response including the developers, School District, city staff, City council and Planning commissioners. Marcia Arnold, Healthy start Consortium, noting need for this affordable housing project. Margaret Garces, 926 Howard Avenue, opposed to the proposed housing project because of the increased traffic especially during school hours. she requested Council deny this project. Lloyd Little, 825 Ramona Way, noted that south County Housing agreed to improving Kern Avenue, but that the right-of- way has not been received and if the City does not have the funds inquired if only one half of Kern would be improved. He inquired if the drainage ditch would be improved. He noted that he is not opposed to the development but wants it done correctly. He noted Mantelli Drive needs to be extended to Santa Teresa Boulevard. Wendy Filice stramitz, Ramona Way, noted the need for affordable housing. Debra Petro, 9045 Kern Avenue, opposed to the project because of the increased traffic proposed. Agreed that the extension of Mantelli Drive to Santa Teresa Boulevard would alleviate the problem. Mr. Gonzales, old Gilroy street, supports affordable housing project in Gilroy and in favor of this proposed project. Consuela Espinosa, 762 B El cerrito Way, supported this affordable Housing project. Sally salas, 530 Ronan Avenue, noted she works with low- income citizens and noted the need for affordable housing in Gilroy. Hans K. Buror, 849 Ramona Way, criticized the traffic impact on Kern Avenue. / Neg.Dec. GPA 93-04 & GPA 93-03 6561 Ronnie Mack, 8529 Kelton Drive, noted that there is no guarantee that local residents would obtain affordable housing provided by this project. stuart Taylor, 8500 Kelton Drive, agreed with affordable housing in some other location because of the traffic problems on Kern, Howard and Kelton. Michael Amet, 1181 Driftwood Terrace, in favor of affordable housing and the opportunity to become established. shauna Byers, 947 Howard Avenue, noted that Kern Avenue is not designed for new projects and is concerned with students attending Rod Kelly school. she is opposed to the proposed general plan amendment because of traffic. Marie Juncker, south county Housing, noted that priorities are established for all projects; that affordability requirements require the owners to reside in the homes purchased with deed restrictions and that the rentals would be managed by south county Housing. She noted that south county Housing will commit to the west side of Kern Avenue but requested the city to work with them regarding affordable assessment for the improvements between Rod Kelly and Mantelli. Richard David, corner of culp & Hoesch Way, opposed to the high density and traffic. 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. Keith Higgins, Traffic consultant, addressed the council regarding the traffic within the proposed project. At 9:01 p.m. the Mayor declared a Recess and reconvened the meeting at 9:09 p.m. Keith Higgins continued with further explanation of the proposed traffic plans and recommendations noting same are and will be studied as to the specific traffic patterns proposed. Director of Public Works Allen noted several alternatives re- garding traffic will be considered at the Tentative Map approval. It was noted by staff that the General plan Amendment and zoning cannot be conditioned; that council can require certain mitigations in certification of the EIR. Discussion was had by council on the matter. Motion was made by councilman Kloecker seconded by councilman Valdez and carried that the Negative Declaration as amended for GPA 93-02 be approved as completed in compliance with CEQA, as reflecting the Independent Judgement of the city. Motion was made by Councilman Kloecker seconded by Council- man Valdez and carried that staff be directed to prepare a reso- resolution approving GPA 93-02 to include the applicant's impr~vements for Kern Avenue. Motion was made by councilman Gilroy seconded by councilman Kloecker and carried that staff be directed to meet with the school District to work out a solution for some access off of Kern Avenue. The Mayor noted that the Public Hearing for GPA 93-04 requesting amendment of the General plan Map for property located at 8690 San Ysidro Avenue, between Leavesley Road and Las Animas Avenue, Greg Mussallem and Ivan zubow, applicants, and Public Hearing for GPA 93-03 for property at 8620 San ysidro Avenue, David Ninomiya, Ann and Ben Koda were continued to March 20, 1995 and that the EIR portion of the public Hearing and action was continued to this meeting. 6562 EIR Housing Exemptions Trip Reduc- tion Plan.com. 9-1-94 Motion was made by councilman valdez seconded by councilman Kloecker and carried that the EIR for GPA's 93-04 and 93-03 be certified as completed in compliance with CEQA and reflecting the independent judgement of the city. The Mayor continued the recommendation on rev~s~ons to the Affordable Housing Exemption from the RDO Process to December 5, 1994 as recommended. (continued from 7-18-94.) councilman Kloecker explained the proposed expanded employee definition in Air District Trip Reduction Rule requested by Santa clara county Manufacturing Group through the Gilroy chamber of Commerce. Motion was made by councilman Kloecker seconded by council- man Morales and carried that the Mayor be authorized to execute the draft letter objecting to the proposed expanded employee definition as presented. The following information items were noted with no separate discussion on same: customer service: Parks & Recreation Department In Appreciation of school District's Pool Maintenance Technician; Police Department Inter-office Memorandum in Appreciation of Participants in city Barbecue Softball Game; Gilroy visitors' Bureau Advisory Committee Meeting of August 25, 1994 and Financial statement through July 31, 1994; Assemblyman Areias re: city's support for AB 2742; South valley National Bank re: Local Gilroy Residential Builders Task Force; santa clara county General plan Review update publication, september 1994; proclamation Issued by Mayor Gage: Constitution week - september 17-23, 1994; League of California cities Legislative Bulletin, #30-1994; Rededication of old city Hall and Ribbon cutting Ceremony, October 17, 1994 - 5:04 p.m.; santa clara county cities Association General Membership Meeting, september 29, 1994 - 6:00 p.m., Quinlan community center, cupertino, CA RSVP city clerk 9-23-94; Termination of city parking Lot Lease at old wells Fargo Bank Property; and South valley Disposal & Recycling, Inc. Donation for "Keep community Libraries open". The report of the Planning commission Meeting of september 1, 1994 was noted. city Administrator Baksa gave an update on Water conservation program and 1994 water supply update. old city Hall city Administrator Baksa presented an offer from the Historical society of funds for repair and recommendation on a schedule for the bell ringing of the clock at the old city Hall. Motion was made by councilwoman Rowlison seconded by councilman Kloecker and carried that the city accept funds from the Historical society for repair of the old city Hall clock and schedule of bell ringing. 656:3 A report on Eliot School/After school Program was noted. city Administrator Baksa distributed a glossary of terms used by the Police Department for various programs. city Administrator Baksa noted the need for flexibility in negotiating the first year's deadlines for RDO Performance Agreements. council requested the matter be agendized for council review and action if necessary. Discussion was had regarding the status of the Theatre Angels' grant. Council authorized councilwoman Rowlison to inquire at the County offices of the status of the Theatre Angels' Grant and Train Depot. councilman Gilroy complimented staff on the successful city-wide Garage sale and noted that he would be absent at the Joint Council/Planning commission study session september 20, 1994. The Mayor noted that he also would not be present. councilman Kloecker explained the ABAG Proposals for Constitutional Revisions. Discussion was had. ABAG Motion was made by councilman Kloecker seconded by council- man Valdez that the draft ABAG proposals for constitutional Revisions to be voted upon by ABAG in December 1994 be accepted by the following Roll call Vote: Ayes: councilmembers: Kloecker, Morales, Rogers and valdez; Noes: Councilmembers: Gilroy, Rowlison and Gage. councilman Kloecker agreed to prepare a letter to ABAG with Council's concerns regarding the proposed Constitutional revisions. councilman Kloecker noted that nominations to CMA citizens' Advisory Committee will be continued. The Mayor noted the following meetings and events: Joint council/planning commission study session, september 20, 1994 - 7:00 p.m., Employees' Lounge, city Hall, 7351 Rosanna street, Gilroy, CA 95020, re: Briefing by County staff Regarding Revisions to the Santa clara County General Plan; Gilroy city council study Session, September 27, 1994 - 7:00 p.m., council Chambers, city Hall, 7351 Rosanna street, Gilroy, re: Review of community Survey with consultants; and League of california cities 96th Annual conference, Long Beach, october 23-25, 1994. october 24, 1994 Regular council Meeting cancelled. At 10:52 p.m. the Mayor adjourned the meeting. Respectfully submitted: A~~if:~z, city