Minutes 1997/09/22
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Invocation
Posting
Agenda
Roll Call
New Emp.
Landlord Tr.
Workshop
Certi ficates
Regular Meeting
September 22, 1997
Gilroy, California
Mayor Protempore Rogers led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Pastor Robert Langley, First Baptist Church gave the Invocation.
The City Clerk noted that the Agenda had been posted on SepLember 18, 1997
at 9:20 a.m.
Present: Councilmembers: K. A. Mike Gilroy, Charles S. Morales, Suellen
C. Rowlison, Thomas W. Springer, Pcte Valdez, Jr., and Connie Rogers - 7:08
p.m.
Mayor Protempore Rogcrs introduced new cmployee Jcrry Thome, Building
Inspector I - Community Development [)epartmentIBU~S.
Mayor Protempore Rogcrs noted that no one was present to accept
Certificates for Speakers at the Landlord Training Workshop held on July 31,
1997: John Thompson, Santa Clara County Housing Authority; Sgt. Joe Ramirez,
Gilroy Police Departmcnt; Ken McDonald; Darrel Nacua, California Rural Legal
Assistance; Jane Armstrong, Santa Clara County Housing Authority; Terry
Feinberg, Tri-County Apartment Association; and Ann Marquart, Project
Sentinel. HCD Coordinator YUfut:!:l,Cu eXplained what the workshop entailed.
Vol. Award
Greetings to
Mexico
Youth Schol.
Fund
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Mayor Protempore Rogcrs prcsented the Volunteer for the Month of
September, 1997 A ward to Cynthia van Empel.
Mayor Protcmpore Rogers noted a proclamation "Grectings to Mcxico,"
which was presentcd to thc Mexican Consulate on Scptember I g, 1997.
Mayor Protempore Rogers accepted a check for $300 towards the Community
Services Youth Scholarship Fund from Craig Harrison, local manager, and Doug
DeWitt, District Manager, for Hollywood Vidco.
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Rucker School Councilwoman Rowlison recognized Mrs. Krahenbuhl's Rucker School
Class 1996-97 Third Grade Class who had toured City Hall. Mrs. Krahenbuhl thanked
Councilwoman Rowlison for the tour and a student prescnted a book of thank you
letters to Councilwoman Rowlison, who read several of the letters.
Work Group Mayor Protempore Rogcrs recognized the work group of Michelle Costa and
Kids Survival Pam Latronica, who organized the Kids Survival Camp.
Camp
Closed Sessions Mayor Protempore Rogers rcported that no action was taken on thc closed
sessions, which were: THREAT TO PUBLIC SERVICES Consultation with
Chief of Police pursuant to Government Code Section 54957; and LIABILITY
CLAIMS Mark Zappa claimed against the City of Gilroy pursuant to Government
Code Section 54956.95.
Consent
Calendar
Claim
Emerg.Prep.
-Council
Res. 97-52
Councilman Gilroy questioned who the City of Gilroy representative is for the
Emergency Prcparedness Council, and was told it is Councilwoman Rowlison.
Motion was made by Councilman Valdez, seconded by Councilman Morales
and carried that the following items under the Consent Calendar be approved by
the following Roll Call Vote: Ayes: Councilmembers: K. A. Mike Gilroy,
Charles S. Morales, Suellen C. Rowlison, Thomas W. Springer, Pcte Valdcz, Jr.,
and Connie Rogers:
Denied claim of Mark Zappa;
Approved sending a letter of support/endorsement for the Emergency
Preparedness Council resolution recommending that the Santa Clara County
Board of Supervisors pass an urgent resolution designating the Santa Clara
County Emergency Preparedness Council (EPC) as the Santa Clara County
Operational Area Council (OAC); and
Adopted Resolution No. 97-52 authorizing the City Administrator to cxecute
Transportation Enhancement Activities agreement;
RESOLUTION NO. 97-52
RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GILROY
AUTHORIZING THE CITY ADMINISTRATOR TO EXECUTE
TRANSPORTATION ENHANCEMENT ACTIVITIES AGREEMENT.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 22nd day of September, 1997 by the following
vote:
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: GILROY, MORALES, ROWLlSON,
SPRINGER, VALDEZ, and ROGERS
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
Com. Develop. Community Development Director Allen reviewed the Engineering projects
Dept. Report planned and those under construction.
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Chief Building Official Ledesma reviewed the BLES (Building, Life, and
Environmental Safety) Division with regard to the City-wide reorganization. He
also reviewed the Blight Ordinance.
Bid-Museum & City Administrator Baksa presented recommendations to award the bid of
Old City Hall The G. 13. Group, Inc. in the amount of$38,236.00 for the Gilroy Museum and
Reroof & Old City Hall reroof and repairs (97-ASO-479).
Repairs
Mayor Protempore Rogers requested this include some pigeon protection for
Old City Hall, if possible.
Motion was made by Councilwoman Rowlison, seconded by Councilman
Morales and carried that the bid by The G. B. Group, Inc. in the amount of
$38,236.00 be awarded for the Gilroy Muscum and Old City Hall reroof and
repairs (97-ASD-479).
Bid-Sidewalk/ City Administrator Baksa presented recommcndations to award the bid of
Curb/Ramp Sposeto Engineering in the amount of$77,368.00 for the Sidewalk/Curb/Ramp
Project (97-COO-478)
Mayor Protempore Rogers requcsted advance notice be givcn to property
owners.
Motion was made by Councilman Morales, seconded by Councilwoman
Rowlison and carried that the bid by Sposcto Engineering in the amount of
$77,368.00 be awarded for the Sidewalk/Curb/Ramp Project (97-COO-478).
Thomas Road City Attorney Callon explained the request for a Consideration of Notice to
Sports the director of the Oepartment of Conservation and findings associated therewith
Complex in regard to acquisition of the Thomas Road Sports Complex.
Motion was made by Councilman Springer seconded by Councilman Morales
to approve the two findings and direct staff to prepare appropriate papcrwork.
Mayor Protempore Rogcrs askcd if there was anyone in the audience wishing
to speak on any matter not on the agenda. There was no comment from anyone in
the audience.
The following informational items were noted with no specific discussion on
same:
Customer Service:
Letter and Memorandums of Appreciation for Assistance with the Safe Kids
Survival Camp;
Lettcrs of Appreciation to thc Police Department Employees for OARE
Student Trip to Alcatraz;
Letter of Appreciation for a Performancc by "Kathy and thc Bad Boys;"
Memorandum of Recognition for City Employee's Medical Aid Assistance to
a Citizen;
Lettcr of Commendation by the San Benito County Sheriff for the Good Work
by Members of UNET; and
Letter of Appreciation from the City of Sacramento Chief of Police for
Assistance in Apprehending a Crime Suspect.
P&RCom.
8-19-97
A &C Com.
8-12-97
Sr. Adv. Bd.
8-18-97
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Informational items:
Lettcr of Appreciation for Assistance on thc Building Board of Appeals;
Letter from the Santa Clara County Library Joint Powcrs Authority Board
Rcgarding Concerns on thc Proccss Established to Review the Issue of Internet
Access;
League of California Citics Legislative Bulletin #30-1997, dated September 5,
1997;
Letter from the Santa Clara Valley Water District regarding Church A venue
Percolation Ponds Study - Update Letter No.1;
Articles from the San Jose Mercury News Regarding AfTordable Housing;
South County Regional Wastewater Authority Scheduled Meetings; and
Letter of Invitation to Attend Upcoming Information-Gathering Meetings for a
Report Entitled "Access, Internet, and Libraries."
The minutes of the Parks & Recreation Commission meeting of August 19,
1997 were noted.
The minutes of the Arts & Culture Commission meeting of August 12,1997
were noted.
The minutcs of the Senior Advisory Board meeting of August 18, 1997 were
noted.
City Administrator Baksa stated that a study session needs to be set for
discussion of small lot sizes. Council agreed to meet on September 29, 1997 at
7:00 p.m. at Senior Center.
City Administrator Baksa stated that a study session needs to be set for review
of the Police Department Draft Master Plan. Council stated that this could be set
possibly after the 2nd or 3rd meeting in October.
Mayor Protempore Rogers statcd that she attended the symposium "Back to a
Liveable Future" on Saturday.
Councilwoman Rowlison stated that last week was the kick off for the General
Plan process.
Councilman Morales stated that Victory Outreach is having a youth activity at
Las Animas Park on September 27, 1997 from noon to 5:00 p.m., and if anyone is
interested in helping they can call 848-8219.
Councilman Gilroy stated that he would like to have the number and status of
temporary employees in the City.
Councilman Springer stated that he is working with Rod Pavao to give
recognition at the October 6, 1997 Council meeting to those who helped with the
Princevalle Street fire.
Mayor Protempore Rogers noted the following meetings/events:
Joint Retreat of the Gilroy City Council and the Gilroy Unified School Board
Members on Wednesday, Octobcr g, 1997 from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. in the
Gilroy Unified School District Board Room, 7810 Arroyo Circle, Gilroy,
California regarding items of mutual interest.
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League of California Cities Annual Conference, Moscone Convention Center,
San Francisco, California, October 12-14,1997.
AAUW (American Association of University Women) Election Forum, 7:00
p.m. to 9:00 p.m., October 22, 1997, Gilroy City Council Chambers, 7351
Rosanna Street, Gilroy, California.
Gilroy Chamber of Commerce Election Forum, 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.,
October 29, 1997, Gilroy City Council Chambers, 7351 Rosanna Street, Gilroy,
California.
Mayor Protempore Rogers adjourned the meeting at 8:54 p.m.
RespectfulIy submitted,
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/s/ RHONDA PELLlN
City Clerk