Minutes 1998/01/26
Posting
Agenda
Roll Call
New Emp.
Vol. Award
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Regular Meeting
January 26, 1998
Gilroy, California
The Mayor led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
The City Clerk noted that the Agenda had been posted on January 22,
1998 at 11: 17 a.m.
Present: Councilmembers: Guadalupe Arellano, Lisabeth A. Gifford, Charles
S. Morales, Suellen C. Rowlison, Thomas W. Springer, Anthony C. Sudol III, and
K. A. Mike Gilroy - 7:01 p.m.
The Mayor introduced new employee David Vogel, Maintenance I - Street
Division, Community Services Department.
The Mayor presented the Volunteer of the Month of January, 1998 Award to
Wal-Mart Volunteer Sales Associates including Samie Weaver, Gary Herrera,
Beth, David Diaz, Sonia Delgado, Theresa Gutierrez, Randy Reiling, Rachel
Villalobos, Becky Cortez, Manuel Muro, Rachel, Gracie Torres, Ermalinda Garza
and manager, Al Slavin.
Proc.-American The Mayor noted a proclamation for American History Month - February,
History 1998, and Maureen McManus accepted the proclamation, with the help of
Month Sean McManus and Gregory Stevens, who were dressed in period costume.
Consent
Calendar
Def.Comp.
Adv. Com.
Budget
Motion was made by Councilman Springer, seconded by Councilman Morales
and carried that the following items under the Consent Calendar be approved, by
the following Roll Call Vote: Ayes: Councilmembers: Guadalupe Arellano,
Lisabeth A. Gifford, Charles S. Morales, Suellen C. Rowlison, Thomas W.
Springer, Anthony C. Sudol III, and K. A. Mike Gilroy:
Appointment to Deferred Compensation Advisory Committee; and
Budget Amendments/Transfers as recommended.
Com. Servo Community Services Director Connelly reviewed planned projects for the
Report coming year including Thomas Road Sports Park Master Plan, skateboard park
master plan, renovation of San Ysidro Park, Willey House landscaping, and begin the
foundation for the youth advisory board.
John Garcia reviewed the youth recreation scholarship fund program.
Janet Wohlgemuth, crew supervisor, reviewed the work of the California
Conservation Corps.
Scot Lang, Operations Services Supervisor, thanked the representatives of the
California Conservation Corps for their work in Gilroy. He reviewed the work
being done to development park standards. He explained the process of peer
review for the various facilities.
AB 48l1SB 718 The Mayor noted a letter from Assemblymember Mike Honda urging support
'of AB 481, which would enact the Comprehensive Childhood Lead Poison
Prevention Act of 1997 and its companion bill in the Senate, SB 718.
Motion was made by Councilmember Arellano, seconded by Councilman
Morales and carried to send a letter of support of AB 481 and SB 718.
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Deletion
The Mayor noted an Ordinance of the City of Gilroy amending Section 2.13
(a) of the Gilroy City Code regarding regular meetings of the City Council.
Motion was made by Councilman Morales, seconded by Councilman Sudol
and carried to read the Ordinance by title only and waive further reading of the
Ordinance.
Motion was made by Council member Arellano, seconded by Councilman
Morales and carried (Councilman Springer voting no) to introduce the Ordinance
approving the amendment to Section 2.13 (a) of the Gilroy City Code.
Z 97-06
The Mayor noted an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Gilroy pre-
zoning certain property Ml (Limited Industrial) described as APNs 835-04-047,
048,049,050, application Z 97-06. Joao Tang, applicant.
Motion was made by Councilman Springer, seconded by Councilman Sudol
and carried to read the Ordinance by title only and waive further reading of the
Ordinance.
Motion was made by Councilman Sudol, seconded by Councilman Springer
and carried to introduce the Ordinance approving the prezoning.
Golf Course The Mayor noted possible discussion ofreconsideration by LAFCO of
inclusion of the proposed City Golf Course within the Urban Service Area
boundary.
City Attorney Callon gave a report regarding discussions with the landowners.
Bill Gates, attorney for the property owner, noted there are various
possibilities for compromise, but nothing satisfactory can be seen to be worked
out at this time.
Council discussed leaving the item on the LAFCO agenda and informing them
we are willing to do an Urban Growth Boundary and they might table their action.
Motion was made by Councilmember Arellano, seconded by Councilman
Sudol and carried to withdraw the matter from the LAFCO agenda.
RD 92-29
The Mayor noted a request to amend the RDO Performance Agreement for
RD 92-29, Country Estates.
City Administrator Baksa gave an overview, and the staff report was noted
and further explained by Planning Services Manager Faus.
City Attorney Callon explained that the City Council must find that the lack of
performance is due solely to circumstances beyond the control of the applicant.
Bill Gates, attorney for the applicant, reviewed issues relating to this project in
relation to the proposed new golf course vs. expansion of the current golf course,
which has created a delay. He noted that the applicant agrees with the staff
recommendation.
Motion was made by Councilmember Arellano, seconded by Councilman
Morales and carried to shift the 1995 allocation of 27 units to 1998.
The Mayor asked ifthere was anyone in the audience wishing to speak on any
item not on the agenda. There was no comment from anyone in the audience.
Greg Toscano The Mayor noted a letter from Greg Toscano requesting discussion of the
Community Services Department Youth Basketball Program, and specifically
selection procedure for coaches.
Mr. Toscano was not present to explain his request to the City Council.
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Motion was made by Councilman Springer, seconded by Councilman Sudol
and carried to take no action.
ADA Funding The Mayor noted a request from the City of Gilroy Physically Challenged
Appeals Board for a change in funding allocation for ADA improvements.
Motion was made by Councilmember Arellano, seconded by Councilman
Sudol and carried to consider this at Capital Improvement Budget (CIB) time.
Marilyn Manning Consensus of the Council was to have the Mayor write a letter of appreciation
and recommendation to Marilyn Manning regarding the Council retreat.
GPUC
12-17-97
Plan.Com.
12-4-97
P&R Com.
12-16-97
A&C Com.
12-9-97
Lib.Com.
11-12-97
Lib.Com.
12-10-97
Police Chief
Recruitment
The Mayor noted a letter from Neland Doughty under Customer Service.
The report of the General Plan Update Committee Meeting of December 17,
.1997 was noted.
Customer Service:
Letter from Bruce Sweeney commending the coaches of the Winter Pony
Baseball League;
Letter of thanks from Marilyn Manning, Ph.D. for the opportunity to work
with the Council at their retreat; and
Letter of thanks from Neland Doughty for assistance from the Fire
Department.
Informational items:
Letter from the Board of Supervisors, County of Santa Clara, announcing
Supervisor Blanca Alvarado, Chairperson for 1998 and S. Joseph Simitian,
Chairperson Pro Tempore for 1998;
Letter from Assemblymember Frusetta recognizing Councilwoman Rowlison
for her outstanding example and unselfish deeds;
League of California Cities Legislative Bulletin #2-1998 dated January 16,
1998; and
City of Gilroy Investment Report, December 1997.
The minutes of the Planning Commission meeting of December 4, 1997 were
noted.
The minutes of the Parks & Recreation Commission meeting of December 16,
1997 were noted.
The minutes of the Arts and Culture Commission meeting of December 9,
1997 were noted.
The revised minutes of the Library Commission meeting of November 12,
1997 were noted.
The minutes of the Library Commission meeting of December 10, 1997 were
noted.
City Administrator Baksa answered questions regarding the Police Chief
recruitment, distributed a profile, and requested the Councilmembers return the
completed profile to him by Friday.
The Mayor requested the Acting Police Chief make decisions, take actions,
and make changes as needed, and the Council will support him in his decisions.
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Adjrnmt.
Consensus of the Council was to set March II, 1998 as the quarterly City
Council/Gilroy Unified School Board workshop.
Consensus of the Council was to set February 20, 1998 as the City Council!
Police Department Retreat.
City Administrator Baksa distributed the Fourth Quarter 1998 reports.
The Mayor noted the 90 day City Council calendar, a list of upcoming
meetings. He distributed information on the skateboard facility. He discussed
neighborhood meetings, and appointed a subcommittee of himself with
Councilmembers Arellano and Morales to develop a process for the meetings. He
noted that he will be attending "Scotland the Brave" in San Jose on Wednesday
even mg.
Councilmember Arellano stated that on Wednesday, the AAUW will host a
sister to sister conference working with girls at the New Renaissance Center. She
noted a certificate for Councilwoman Rowlison that is in the packet from
Assemblymember Frusetta.
The Mayor noted a request for City Council support for the ARTRAIN, April
7-9, 1998.
Motion was made by Councilmember Arellano, seconded by Councilman
Sudol and carried to co-sponsor the event to allow for insurance coverage, but not
sign the agreement.
Councilwoman Rowlison thanked Councilman Springer for writing a letter in
support of funding the arts. She requested that, in the future, if someone wants a
letter of support, they submit a draft of the letter for the packet. Consensus of the
Council was that this be a policy.
The Mayor noted the following meetings/events:
Cultural Plan and Needs Analysis Study Session, January 27, 1998, 7:00 p.m.,
Gilroy Senior Center, 7371 Hanna Street, Gilroy, California.
Police Department Overview Study Session, January 29, 1998, 7:00 p.m.,
Gilroy Council Chambers, 7351 Rosanna Street, Gilroy, California.
Closed Session - Police Department, February 2, 1998,5:30 p.m., Gilroy City
Council Chambers, 7351 Rosanna Street, Gilroy, California.
Capital Improvement Budget Study Session, February 3, 1998, 7:00 p.m.,
Gilroy City Council Chambers, 7351 Rosanna Street, Gilroy, California.
Gang Task Force Overview Study Session, February 9, 1998, 7:00 p.m.,
Gilroy City Council Chambers, 7351 Rosanna Street, Gilroy, California.
Police Department Master Plan Study Session, February 12, 1998, 7:00 p.m.,
Gilroy City Council Chambers, 7351 Rosanna Street, Gilroy, California.
At 9: 18 p.m. the Mayor adjourned the meeting.
Respectfully submitted,
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/s/ RHONDA PELLIN
City Clerk