Minutes 1998/06/01
Invocation
Posting
Agenda
Roll Call
V 01. A ward
Vis. Bureau
Presentation
EDC
Presentation
Proc.-Italian
Republic
Consent
Calendar
Budget
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Regular Meeting
June I, 1998
Gilroy, California
The Mayor led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Deacon Michael Carson, St. Mary's Catholic Church, gave the Invocation.
The City Clerk noted that the Agenda had been posted on May 28, 1998
at 10:45 a.m.
Present: Councilmembers: Guadalupe Arellano, Lisabeth A. Gifford, Charles
S. Morales, Suellen e. Rowlison, Thomas W. Springer, Anthony e. Sudol III, and
K. A. Mike Gilroy - 7:02 p.m.
The Mayor presented the Volunteer of the Month of May, 1998 Award to Ben
Kludt.
The Mayor noted a Presentation by Kerry Dexter, Gilroy Visitor's Burcau, on
the 1998-1999 W orkplan. Carolyn Tognetti gave a brief ovcrview of thc Visitors
Bureau, Kerry Dexter reviewed the accomplishments ovcr the past ycar, and
Dave Peoples noted the marketing plans for thc futurc of the Visitors Burcau.
The Mayor noted a Presentation by Bill Lindsteadt, Gilroy Economic
Development Corporation, on the 1998-1999 Workplan.
The Mayor noted a proclamation for the 52nd Anniversary of the Founding of
the Italian Republic, June 5, 1998, which was previously presented to Ernie
Fortino.
Motion was made by Councilman Morales, seconded by Councilman
Springer and carried that the following items under the Consent Calendar be
approved removing item e. re: Memorandum of Understanding between South
County Housing and the City of Gilroy for "Growing Friends, Building
Neighborhoods", by the following Roll Call Vote: Ayes: Councilmembers:
Guadalupe Arellano, Lisabeth A. Gifford, Charles S. Morales, Suellen C.
Rowlison, Thomas W. Springer, Anthony e. Sudol III, and K. A. Mikc Gilroy:
Budget Amendments/Transfers as recommended;
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Res. 98-27
Adopted Resolution No. 98-27 approving Variance V 98-02, and upholding
the appeal of the Planning Commission's decision on Variance V 98-02 (APN
835-04-063). Gilroy Investors, LLC, applicant.
RESOLUTION NO. 98-27
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GILROY
APPROVING VARIANCE V 98-02, AND UPHOLDING THE APPEAL OF
THE PLANNING COMMISSION'S DECISION ON VARIANCE V 98-02 (APN
835-04-063). GILROY INVESTORS, LLC, APPLICANT.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 1st day of June, 1998, by the following vote;
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: ARELLANO, GIFFORD, MORALES,
ROWLISON, SPRINGER, SUDOL, and GILROY
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBBRS: NONE
Tract 8852 &
Tract 8871
Accepted completion of Tract 8852 and Tract 8871, Old Orchard Company;
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Minutes
Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of May 18, 1998.
MOU-Growing The Mayor noted a recommendation to approve a Memorandum of
Friends, Understanding between South County Housing and the City of Gilroy for
Building "Growing Friends, Building Neighborhoods."
Neighborhoods
Council discussed the recommendation, and City Attorney Callon noted that
they are not approving the agreement but rather the general program, since somc
language needs to be changed prior to signing the agreement.
Sherri Stuart explained the funding process and the programs to be developed
to fulfill the needs for the Walnut Lane/Ghirlanda Court and 7th/8th/Princevalle/
Rosanna Streets area.
Motion was made by Councilman Springer, seconded by Councilman Sudol
and carried to approve the general program for the Memorandum of
Understanding between South County Housing and the City of Gilroy for
"Growing Friends, Building Neighborhoods.
The Mayor called for a ten minute break at 8:55 p.m., aftcr which he recallcd
the meeting to order.
CDBG/NRS The Mayor stated that it was the time and place scheduled for a continued
Public Hearing on the Draft Annual Action Plan of Gilroy's Adopted
Consolidated Plan and a draft Neighborhood Revitalization Stratcgy containing an
area within Census Tract 5126.0 I for the Activitics the City of Gilroy Plans to
Fund Under the 1998-99 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
Program, any amendments to the 1997/98 CDBG Action Plan, and thc FY 1998-
2003 Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy.
City Administrator Baksa explained the program, noting that thc draft
document will have some amendments due to decisions from last Thursday's
study session.
The Mayor opened the Public Hearing.
The Mayor closed the Public Hearing, but reopened the Public Hcaring as
there were citizens who wished to speak.
Judy Garcia, Church Street resident, presented a petition in support of the
Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy draft in its cntirety.
Connie Rogers, 7690 Santa Theresa Drive, encouraged the City Council to
support this program.
Skateboard
Facility
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Bill Lindstcadt, Economic Developmcnt Corporation (EDC), statcd that hc
supports thc Ncighborhood Revitalization Stratcgy, becausc of the possiblc usc of
CDBG funds for EDe projects.
Nancy Richardson, 1015 Wentz Drive residcnt, statcd that shc supports the
Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy and facade program.
The Mayor closed the Public Hearing.
Housing and Community Developmcnt Coordinator Yurutucu cxplaincd thc
leveraging resources mentioned in a Ictter from Robcrt G. I1umin, including loans
and AmeriCorps volunteers.
Councilmember Arellano stated for the rccord that shc supports thc
Neighborhood Revitalization Stratcgy, hut does not want anything removcd from
the draft
Councilman Morales stated for the rccord that hc supports thc Ncighhorhood
Revitalization Strategy.
The Mayor stated that he supports the Stratcgy as amended.
Councilman Sudol stat cd that he is opposed to the Neighborhood
Revitalization Stratcgy as it is writtcn, that hc will accept it this ycar, but hc docs
not agree with what is being donc for the community as a whole.
Councilman Springer rcvicwcd thc actions to bc takcn tonight, and statcd that
he can accept the Strategy as it now stands.
Motion was madc by Councilmember Arcllano, scconded by Councilmcmbcr
Gifford and carricd to approve the Draft Annual Action Plan of Gilroy's Adopted
Consolidated Plan and a draft Neighhorhood Rcvitalization Stratcgy containing an
area within Census Tract 5126.0 I for the activities thc City of Gilroy plans to
fund under the 1998-99 Community Devclopment Block Grant (CDBG) Program,
any amendments to the 1997/98 CDI3G Action Plan, and the FY 199X-2003
Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy, to include $178,000 as the budgcted
amount in the 1998-1999 Financial Plan for thc Ncighborhood Revitalization
Strategy as outlined in the Action Plan.
The Mayor notcd a requcst to approvc Las Animas Park as the sitc for thc
proposcd skateboard facility.
Facilities & Parks Development Managcr Headley gave a bricl'revicw ofthc
background for siting the skateboard facility.
John Ceballos, Parks and Recreation Commission Chairman, rcvicwed the
meetings held to select the site for the skateboard facility.
Rebecca Whiteside., 591 Birdsong Strcct, stated that she is in opposition to the
location in Las Animas Park for the skatcboard facility.
Ida Desimonc, 807 Ramona Way, spoke in support ofthc Las Animas Park
site for the skateboard facility.
Tony Bettencourt spoke in support of this sitc for the skateboard facility.
Patrick Saulan, 7730 Hanna Street, qucstioned whether the lacility would bc
for in-line skatcrs also, and was told that it would bc.
Rebecca Whiteside noted that thc restrooms arc morc available at the cast cnd
of the park, and discussed the visibility issuc.
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Lisabeth Garner stated that this is overdue, there is a need for a safe plaee for
the kids to go, and that she supports it.
Julian Arellano spokc in supp011 of the skateboard facility.
Community Services Director Connelly thanked staff and the consultants for
their work on this project and commended the Parks & Recreation Commission
for their work.
Councilmember Gifford stated that Thomas Road Sports Complex would be a
better site for this facility.
Motion was made by Councilmember Arellano, seconded by Councilman
Morales and carried (Councilmember Gifford voting no) to approve Las Animas
Park for the proposed skateboard facility.
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.
Councilman Springer requested staff revicw AB 2044 and AB 2065 .
The following informational itcms were noted with no separate discussion on
same:
Legislation:
League of California Cities Legislative Bulletin # 18-1998 dated May 15,
1998.
League of California Cities Legislative Update regarding efforts to repeal thc
Vehicle License Fee (VLF);
League of California Cities Legislative Bulletin # 19-1998 dated May 22,
1998; and
Additional Information received regarding the Internet Tax Compromise issuc
(AB 1614).
Customer Service:
Letter from David Alvarcz, Superintendent, Gilroy Unilied School District, to
Jay Baksa congratulating him on his recognition by the American Society of
Public Administration as "Outstanding Public Administrator for 1998";
Letter from Michael J. Groves and Cris Staedler, EMC Planning (,roup Inc.,
to Jay Baksa congratulating him on his recognition by the American Socicty of
Public Administration as "Outstanding Public Administrator for 1998";
Letter from Lee Trevino, Pacilic Gas and Electric Company, to Fire Chief
Gillespie for the excellcnt cooperation over the last year;
Certilicate of Appreciation to Fire Chicf Gillespie for participating as a guest
speakcr at the 54th Annual Cal Rural Conference-Chico, California Rural Fire
Association; and
Note from Rochelle Arellano to the Gilroy Police Department in appreciation
for the support at the Community Resource Fair at Brownell.
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Informational items:
Gilroy Economic Developmcnt Corporation Minutes of April 16, 199X;
Certificate of Commendation for Steve Baty, Police Dcpartment Employee of
the Month for February 1998; and
Certificate of Commendation for Norma Rivellini, Police Department
Employee of the Month for March 1998.
P&R Com.
The rcport of the Parks & Recrcation Commission meeting of May 19, 199X
was noted.
Plan.Com.
The minutes of the Planning Commission mecting of April 2, 1998 wcre
noted.
City Administrator Baksa reviewed possible Charter Amendments for the
November 3, 1998 election. Council conscnsus was that if the election docs not
cost more than $5,000 to have the election this year than next year, that we will
agendize the resolution on June 15, 1998 calling for thc elcction. He notcd a
report on the repair ofthc street lighting downtown.
RDO City Administrator Saksa noted a report on the 5-year and I O-year housing
goals of the Residcntial Dcvclopmcnt Ordinance (RDO).
Motion was made by Councilwoman Rowlison, scconded by Councilman
Springer and carricd to go with option I, to eontinuc 5-year and I O-ycar housing
goals at 1,900 and 4,000 dwelling units respcctively.
City Administrator Baksa distributed the Policc Departmcnt rctreat notcs,
explaining that we nccd to have a jinal session. He noted that thcy arc look ing at
either June 19 or June 26 for the final session. He distributed a draft ordinance
revision to amcnd the graffiti ordinance. He stated that on June 15, he will
agendize the issue of Falcon Cable negotiations; cithcr he wi II have an agreemcnt
or to initiate a Request for Proposal process. He noted a mceting on June 23 in
Hollister rcgarding Falcon Cable.
The Mayor noted the 90 day City Council calendar, a list of upcoming
meetings. He noted that the South County Regional Wastewater Authority had
requested a discharge permit from thc Regional Watcr Quality Control Board, and
did not get the permit. Hc explained that stalTwill, within 60 days, apply for a
modified pcrmit. He rcminded everyone of the ncighborhood meetings coming
up. He requested citizens call Donna Grcenhut to leave a messagc if they havc
specific questions that they want answered. He thanked Officer Marnllzo and
John Garcia for their assistance with the Memorial Day celebration.
Councilman Morales stated that last Sunday, he and Councilmember Arellano
attended a fishing trip with the Gang Task Force, Supervisor Don Gage, and John
Kilcoyne.
Councilman Sudol stated that he would like to agendize the General Plan
Update Committee Policies and Procedures on the June 15, 1998 agenda. Ilc
stated that he would like to see the minutes of the GPUC on our agenda. lie
stated his concerns about the vacancies on the Committee. Council conscnsus
was to have the three policies/procedures on the next agcnda to approve. He
commended staff for the Memorial day celebration. He rccognizcd .Jesse
Rodrigues for turning in taggers. Hc statcd that hc would like to investigate the
possibility of a BMX facility in Gilroy.
Councilmember Arellano thanked staff l(lr providing the minutes (()(O the
Economic Development Corporation. She noted thc upcoming Neighborhood
Meetings and that anyone can attend eithcr meeting, they arc not targeting any
specific areas.
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Driving
Councilman Springer discussed thc ahility to suspend a pcrson's driving
privilegc if they arc convicted of an act of vandalism.
Motion was made by Councilman Springer, seconded by Councilman Sudol
and carried to direct city staffto invcstigatc the enf(Jrcemcnt of California Vehicle
Code Section 13202.6.
TOT Councilman Springer requestcd information from City Attorney Callon
regarding increasing thc Transient Occupancy Tax by I %. She statcd that all
taxes have to go before a votc ofthc peoplc. She explaincd that it could not hc
placed on the ballot until November, 1999, since it is a gencral tax and must go on
a general election.
The Mayor noted the f()llowing meetings/cvents:
Interviews for applicants for the South County Joint Planning Advisory
Committee, June 2, 1998,6:00 p.m., Willcy Cultural Center, 140 Fitlh Strcet,
Gilroy, California.
Stop Graffiti - A Community Workshop, June 6, 1998,8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.,
Gilroy Senior Center, 7371 Hanna Street, Gilroy, California.
Neighborhood Meeting - City Council will hold a Neighborhood Meeting,
June 8, 1998, 7:00 p.m., South Vallcy School of Science & Global Studies
Gymnasium, 385 IOOF Avenue, Gilroy, California regarding items of community
or neighborhood intercst.
Neighborhood Meeting - City Council will hold a Neighborhood Meeting,
June 22, 1998, 7:00 p.m., Luigi Aprea Fundamcntal School Multi-Purpose Room,
9225 Calle Del Rey, Gilroy, California regarding items of community or
neighborhood interest.
City Council Study Session - July 13, 1998 at 7:00 p.m. at the Gilroy Senior
Center, 7371 Hanna Street, Gilroy, California to review the Unmet Rehabilitation
Costs for Infrastructure (Streets/Storm Drains/Sidewalks).
City Council Study Session - July 27, 1998 at 7:00 p.m. at the Gilroy Senior
Center, 7371 Hanna Street, Gilroy, California to review the City of Gilroy
Standard Details for Offsite Improvements (New Streets, Utilities-water, scwcr,
storm drains, Electrical-street lighting, etc.).
Adjrnmt.
At II :32 p.m. the Mayor adjourned the meeting to a Closed Session:
Pursuant to Governmcnt Code Section 54957:
PUBLIC EMPLOYEE APPOINTMENT
Title: Police Chief Recruitment
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(b):
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITI(iAT/ON
Significant exposurc to litigation. Onc potential case.
The Mayor reconvened the mecting and further adjourned the mceting at
12:05 a.m.
Respectfully submitted,
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/s/ RHONDA PELLlN
City Clerk