Minutes 1998/05/04
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Invocation
Posting
Agenda
Roll Call
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Regular Meeting
May 4, 1998
Gilroy, California
The Mayor led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Associate Pastor Fred Eden, South Valley Community Church, gave the
Invocation.
The City Clerk noted that the Agenda had been posted on April 30, 1998
at 10:30 a.m., and the Addendum to the Agenda had been posted on May I, 1998
at 12:45 p.m.
Present: Councilmembers: Guadalupe Arellano, Lisabeth A. Gifford, Charles
S. Morales, Suellen C. Rowlison, Thomas W. Springer, and K. A. Mike Gilroy;
Absent: Council member Anthony C. Sudol III - 7:03 p.m.
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Emp. A ward The Mayor presented the Employee A ward for the Month of March, 1998, to
Teri Patane, Chemical Control Specialist, Community Development Department,
Building, Life, and Environmental Safety Division.
Proc.-Harold F. The Mayor noted a proclamation for Captain Harold F. Lawrence Day, April
Lawrence 23, 1998, which was previously presented to Captain Lawrence.
Day
Proc.-NF Day
Consent
Calendar
Budget
Minutes
Prop.Agree.
98-12;Tract
Map 8963,
Eagle Ridge
The Mayor noted a proclamation for Neurofibromatosis (NF) Day, May 2,
1998, which was previously presented to the National Neurofibromatosis
Foundation.
Motion was made by Councilwoman Rowlison, seconded by Councilman
Springer 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, and K. A. Mike Gilroy; Absent: Councilmember Anthony C. Sudol
III:
Budget Amendments/Transfers as recommended;
Minutes of the Regular Council Meetings of April 20 & 27, 1998; and
Property Improvement Agreement No. 98-12, and Tract Map for Tract 8963,
Eagle Ridge, Portion of APN 810-24-005, Eagle Ridge Development Company,
LLC.
Lib.Com.Report Victor Valdez, Jr., Library Commission Vice-Chairperson, reviewed the
statistics regarding attendance at the library and the number of questions posed to
the staff. He noted an increase in the number of patrons, especially Spanish
speaking patrons. He stated that the Commissioners are planning to visit
Redwood City and Tiburon libraries in preparation for review for the library
expansIOn.
Bid-Museum City Administrator Baksa presented recommendations to award the bid of
Paint/Repair Aspen Specialties in the amount of $34,800.00 for the Gilroy Museum Painting
and Repair Project #97-ASD-492.
AB 1986
In answer to a question, Fleet & Facilities Manager White noted there is a
color scheme which has been approved, that it is prescribed in the bid, but it can
be revised.
Councilmember Arellano requested that the Historic Heritage Committee
review the colors prior to painting.
Motion was made by Councilmember Arellano, seconded by Councilwoman
Rowlison and carried (Councilman Sudol absent) that the bid by Aspen
Specialities in the amount of $34,800.00 be awarded for the Gilroy Museum
Painting and Repair Project #97-ASD-492, subject to the review by the Historic
Heritage Committee of the paint colors.
The Mayor asked 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 Mayor noted a request for Council to take a position in opposition to and
for AB 1986 (Pajaro River Watershed Flood Prevention Authority) to be
withdrawn.
Motion was made by Councilmember Arellano, seconded by Councilmember
Gifford and carried (Councilman Sudol absent) to send a letter in opposition to
AB 1986, with a copy to be forwarded to the Santa Clara Valley Water District.
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AB 2354
AB 2488
The Mayor noted a request for Council to take a position in opposition to AB
2354 (Development Fees).
Motion was made by Councilmember Arellano, seconded by Councilmember
Gifford and carried (Councilman Sudol absent) to send a letter in opposition to
AB 2354.
The Mayor noted a request for Council to take a position in opposition to AB
2488 (Developer Fees and Exactions "Roughly Proportional").
Motion was made by Councilmember Arellano, seconded by Councilmember
Gifford and carried (Councilman Sudol absent) to send a letter in opposition to
AB 2488.
City Administrator Baksa distributed information on SB 837 and stated that
staff will be watching this bill. He also explained that staff sent a letter out on the
Vehicle License Fee bill, since it needed an immediate response.
Councilwoman Rowlison noted that May 27 is Local Government Day in
Sacramento, in case any Councilmembers want to go. The Mayor requested
Councilmembers call the City Clerk if they are interested.
The following informational items were noted with no separate discussion on
same:
Legislation:
League of California Cities Legislative Bulletin # 15-1998 dated April 24,
1998; and
League of California Cities Urgent Communication regarding Vehicle License
Fees, and City of Gilroy letters to legislators relating our concerns.
Customer Service:
Letter of thanks from Martha L. Martinez, Principal, EI Roble School, for the
attendance of Community Service Officer Munoz at their PeaceBuilder Launch-
off Assembly;
Letter of appreciation from Robert Tapella, Garlic City Billiards, to Corporal
Brett Johnson and Officer Daniel Zen for assistance with a vandalism case;
Certificate for Jeff Watterson, 1997-1998 Team Gilroy Volunteer of the Year;
and
Letter of thanks from Martha L. Martinez, Principal, EI Roble School, to
Corporal Dan Renville for his continued support in the Adopt a School Program.
Informational items:
South County Regional Wastewater Authority Ongoing Engineering
Activities, April 28, 1998 SCRW A Board Meeting;
Memorandum from League of California Cities regarding Important
Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Legislation Update; and
Letter from Maureen Hunter in support of a skateboard park.
City Administrator Baksa announced the United Neighborhoods South County
Conference, Building Foundations for Healthy Neighborhoods, Saturday, May 16,
1998, Brownell Academy. He reported on the research on the Central Fire vs. the
City Fire Department, and noted that until the paramedic/ambulance service issue
is sorted out, there is no reason to look at going with County, because it will not
save us any money.
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The Mayor noted the 90 day City Council calendar, a list of upcoming
meetings. He reminded everyone that Friday, May 8, is Seniors' Day. He also
reminded everyone of the Memorial Day celebration. He stated that the March of
Dimes WalkAmerica walk-a-thon and the National Neurofibromatosis Foundation
dinner was on Saturday.
Councilman Springer stated that the Special Olympics was an outstanding
event. He remarked on the neighborhood cleanup on Eigleberry on Saturday.
Councilmember Gifford stated that she will not be in town for the Memorial
Day celebration. She stated that she attended the Special Olympics event, and
that it was delightful.
Councilman Morales congratulated the participants, coaches, parents and
peace officers who were at the Special Olympics. He thanked Ms. Vasques for
organizing the Eigleberry Street cleanup. He encouraged everyone to support the
Memorial Day celebration. He stated that funding is needed for the Gilroy
Hawks. He congratulated Mayor Gilroy for the award the Mayor received last
week at the Exchange Club. He noted the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
Ambassador's Ball on Friday.
Councilwoman Rowlison distributed copies of a resource card from the Gilroy
Community Collaborative. She commented on the opening of Hunting Hollow,
the new entrance to Coe Park. She noted the Housing Industry Foundation
programs available to assist with rent.
The Mayor requested Councilmembers take their copy of the budget when
leaving the meeting.
The Mayor noted an update by the City Council representatives regarding the
General Plan revision.
Council discussed the three proposed policies for the General Plan Update
Committee, noting possible minor changes.
Motion was made by Councilmember Arellano, seconded by Councilwoman
Rowlison and carried (Councilman Sudol absent) to approve the Gilroy General
Plan Update Committee Non-Participation Policy, as amended to include in the
fourth paragraph "...the Chairperson or Staffby 5:00 p.m...." and under Grounds
for Dismissal-Regular Meetings amend the wording as follows: "...from the
regularly scheduled monthly meetings...".
Councilmember Arellano suggested that the Committee seems to be bypassing
the Council, and suggested that all the alternates be promoted to full general
membership.
Motion was made by Councilwoman Rowlison that the Gilroy General Plan
Committee General Plan Committee Member Replacement Process be approved
with an amendment to add an additional section that the Committee's
recommendation be forwarded to the City Council for approval, and the motion
died for lack of a second.
Council consensus was to have Councilmembers Springer and Sudol review
and revise the documents and bring them back for approval.
The Mayor noted the following meetings/events:
City Council/Police Department Retreat, May 8, 1998,9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.,
Senior Center Meeting Room, 7371 Hanna Street, Gilroy, California.
Study Session - Presentation on the 1998-2003 Financial Plan, May 11, 1998,
7:00 p.m., Gilroy City Council Chambers, 7351 Rosanna Street, Gilroy,
California.
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Joint Workshop - City Council and Gilroy Unified School District Board of
Education, May 13, 1998, 7:00 p.m., Temporary Environmental Education Center
(TEEC) building at the Ranch Site, Christmas Hill Park, 7049 Miller A venue,
Gilroy, California.
Informational Meeting - City Council and Planning Commission will attend a
meeting, May 21, 1998, 6:30 p.m. to 7 :30 p.m., in the New Renaissance Centre
(Old City Hall), 7400 Monterey Street, Gilroy, California to receive a report from
South County Housing concerning the community outreach program held
regarding the Los Arroyos project.
Neighborhood Meeting - City Council will hold a Neighborhood Meeting,
June 8,1998,7:00 p.m., South Valley School of Science & Global Studies
Gymnasium, 385 IOOF Avenue, Gilroy, California regarding items of community
or neighborhood interest.
Neighborhood Meeting - City Council will hold a Neighborhood Meeting,
June 22, 1998, 7:00 p.m., Luigi Aprea Fundamental School Multi-Purpose Room,
9225 Calle Del Rey, Gilroy, California regarding items of community or
neighborhood interest.
At 8: 13 p.m. the Mayor adjourned the meeting.
Respectfully submitted,
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/s/ '- RHONDA PELLIN
City Clerk