Minutes 1998/06/15
Invocation
Posting
Agenda
Roll Call
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Regular Meeting
June 15, 1998
Gilroy, California
The Mayor led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Pastor Malcolm MacPhail, New Hope Community Church, gave the
Invocation.
The City Clerk noted that the Agenda had been posted on June 11, 1998
at 2:00 p.m.
Present: Councilmembers: Lisabeth A. Gifford, Charles S. Morales, Suellen
e. Rowlison, Thomas W. Springer, Anthony e. Sudol III, and K. A. Mike Gilroy;
Absent: Councilmember Guadalupe Arellano - 6:01 p.m.
Proc.-Dr.Carol - The Mayor noted a proclamation for Dr. Carol Cooper Day, June 30, 1998,
Cooper Day and Dr. Cooper accepted the proclamation.
Vol. Award
Emp.A ward
Presentation-
VTA
Consent
Calendar
Budget
Claims
The Mayor presented the Volunteer of the Month of June, 1998 Award to
Kathy Lunde.
The Mayor presented the Employee Award for the Month of May, 1998, to
John Avina, Part-Time Custodian, Administrative Services Department.
The Mayor noted a presentation by Bill Capps, Santa Clara Valley
Transportation Authority, on the Service Plan Proposal. Mr. Capps introduced
Chris Augenstein, Kermit Cuff, Marty DeNero, and Mike Aro who assisted with
the presentation.
(At 6:29 p.m., Councilman Morales left the Council Chambers, and returned
at 6:31 p.m.)
Olga Carrillo explained why she would like the 68 line kept the same and
outlined additional changes she would like to see, including keeping dial-a-ride.
Motion was made by Councilman Morales, seconded by Councilwoman
Rowlison and carried that the following items under the Consent Calendar be
approved removing item B. re: Claims for Lee Kalpin only, by the following Roll
Call Vote: Ayes: Councilmembers: Lisabeth A. Gifford, Charles S. Morales,
Suellen C. Rowlison, Thomas W. Springer, Anthony C. Sudol III, and K. A.
Mike Gilroy; Absent: Councilmember Guadalupe Arellano:
Budget Amendments/Transfers as recommended;
Denied claims of Rebecca Haro; Richard O. Salaz; and Daniel Valdez;
Household Haz. 1998-99 Agency Agreement for Countywide Household Hazardous Waste
Waste ColI. Collection Program;
Program
CALFED Bay- Letter of support for the Santa Clara Valley Water District letter regarding
Delta Prog. interests in the CALF ED Bay-Delta Program;
Minutes
Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of June 1, 1998;
Prop.Imp.Agr. Property Improvement Agreement No. 98-10, APN 841-14-031, Motel 6,
Motel 6 Operations L.P., A Delaware Limited Partnership; and
Traffic Signal Accepted Improvements for Traffic Signal Interconnect Project No. 97-CDD-
Interconnect 471 and Well 5-02 Drilling Project No. 97-CDD 474.
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Drilling Proj.
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Bid-Gavilan ColI. City Administrator Baksa presented recommendations to award the bid of
Wastewater Conco West, Inc. in the amount of$171,250.00 for the Gavilan College
Pump Stn. Wastewater Pump Station, Project No. 97-CDD-493.
Motion was made by Councilwoman Rowlison, seconded by Councilman
Morales and carried (Councilmember Arellano absent) that the bid by Conco
West, Inc. in the amount of$171,250.00 be awarded for the Gavilan College
Wastewater Pump Station, Project No. 97-CDD-493.
Bid- Water Sys. City Administrator Baksa presented recommendations to award the bid of
Telemetering Arora Software in the amount of$264,350.00 for Water System Telemetering
(SCADA) (SCADA), Project No. 97-CDD-494.
Motion was made by Councilwoman Rowlison, seconded by Councilman
Sudol and carried (Councilmember Arellano absent) that the bid by Arora
Software in the amount of $264,350.00 be awarded for Water System
Telemetering (SCADA), Project No. 97-CDD-494.
Pub.Hearing
M 98-06/
AHE 98-02
The Mayor stated it was the time and place scheduled for a continued Public
Hearing for an Affordable Housing Exemption pursuant to Zoning Ordinance
Section 50.62(b )(3) to construct approximately 75 residential units, consisting of a
mixture of below market rate single family homes, multi-family apartments and
self-help single family homes, to be phased over a multi-year period, on property
located between Kern Avenue and Santa Teresa Boulevard, south of Longmeadow
Drive, currently zoned Rl (Single Family Residential). South County Housing,
applicant, M 98-06/ AHE 98-02.
The staff report was noted and further explained by Planner II Durkin, noting
a letter from South County Housing regarding their intent to enter into an
agreement with the Gilroy Unified School District to pay impact mitigation fees,
and distributed a letter from the Gilroy Unified School District regarding South
County Housing's intent to sign an agreement regarding mitigation of school
impacts.
(At 7:08 p.m., Councilman Morales left the Council Chambers, and returned
at 7:10 p.m.)
City Attorney Callon suggested the addition of a third condition, that the
applicant enter into an agreement regarding mitigation of school impact fees.
The Mayor opened the Public Hearing.
Dennis Lalor, South County Housing, reviewed the proposed project. He
distributed a list of family incomes for South Santa Clara County. He noted the
inconsistencies raised in the staff report.
Dan McKenzie, Orchard Valley Communities, spoke in favor of the request.
Jose Marin stated concerns with some aspects of the South County Housing
projects, specifically completion of documents.
Mark Collins stated concerns with the responsiveness of South County
Housing regarding problems.
Dennis Lalor addressed some of the concerns mentioned.
The Mayor closed the Public Hearing.
Jane Howard, Gilroy Unified School Board Member, reviewed the 10 year
plan for projections for school growth.
Pub.Hearing
Z 98-03
Pub.Hearing
TM 98-01
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Motion was made by Councilwoman Rowlison, seconded by Councilman
Morales and the motion did not carry (Councilmembers Gifford, Springer and
Sudol voting no and Councilmember Arellano absent) to direct staff to prepare a
resolution approving the request.
Motion was made by Councilman Springer, seconded by Councilman Sudol
and carried (Councilmember Gifford voting no and Councilmember Arellano
absent) to direct staff to prepare a resolution modifying the request, striking the 60
multi-family units.
Councilwoman Rowlison stated for the record that she voted to approve M 98-
06/AHE 98-02, but that she is in favor ofretaining the 60 multi-family units.
Dennis Lalor stated that he accepted the motion, and Orchard Valley
Communities also noted that they agreed with the motion.
At 8:29 p.m. Mayor Gilroy called a short recess, after which he recalled the
meeting to order.
The Mayor stated it was the time and place scheduled for a Public Hearing on
a Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment proposing several modifications to the text
of the City Zoning Ordinance, in particular, Section 10.30 Residential Use Table,
Section 18.30 Commercial Use Table, Section 22.30 Industrial Use Table, Section
39.30 Accessory Buildings in Residential Zones, Section 50.62 Application of
Ordinance, and adding Section 42 Recreational Vehicle Guidelines. City of
Gilroy, applicant, Z 98-03.
The staff report was noted and further explained by Planner I Stice.
Councilman Springer noted possible wording for Proposed Ordinance Change
#5 to be Warehouse, Mini, or Regular Storage Facility. He also suggested
wording for Proposed Ordinance Change #3 to read: An accessory building may
be two stories and/or a maximum of 24 feet in height, providing a Conditional
Use Permit is granted by the Planning Commission.
The Mayor opened the Public Hearing.
The Mayor closed the Public Hearing.
Motion was made by Councilman Springer, seconded by Councilman Morales
and carried (Councilmember Arellano absent) to direct staff to prepare an
ordinance approving proposed changes 1,2,3, and 5 as modified on Z 98-03.
The Mayor stated it was the time and place scheduled for a Public Hearing on
a Tentative Map request to subdivide a parcel approximating 3.99 acres into a 19
lot single-family residential subdivision, on property located on Partridge Drive,
west of Loganberry Drive, zoned RI-PUD (Single Family Residential- Planned
Unit Development). Glen Lorna Corporation, applicant, TM 98-01.
Councilmember Gifford recused herself from discussion and action on this
item.
The staff report was noted and further explained by Planner II Durkin.
The Mayor opened the Public Hearing.
Dan McKenzie reviewed the project, explaining that there will be a drainage
system to alleviate any problems.
Bill Black, 1625 Brentwood, stated that he is opposed to a berm with trees
behind his property.
The Mayor closed the Public Hearing.
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Motion was made by Councilman Springer, seconded by Councilman Sudol
and carried (Councilmembers Arellano and Gifford absent) to direct staffto
prepare a resolution approving TM 98-01, subject to 17 conditions as
recommended by the Planning Commission.
Pub. Hearing
Maint.Dist.
No. I
The Mayor stated it was the time and place scheduled for a Public Hearing to
Levy Annual Assessments for Maintenance District No.1 (Tract No. 8136-Gilroy
Country Club Estates, Tract No. 8631- The Forest, and Tract No. 871 I-Carriage
Hills), Fiscal Year 1998/1999.
The staff report was noted and further explained by City Administrator Baksa.
The Mayor opened the Public Hearing.
The Mayor closed the Public Hearing.
Res. 98-28 Motion was made by Councilman Sudol, seconded by Councilman Morales
and carried (Councilmember Arellano absent) that the reading of Resolution No.
98-28 be waived and that it be adopted regarding Maintenance District No. I, City
of Gilroy, Giving Final Approval To The Annual Budget and Annual Engineer's
Report, Overruling Protests, and Ordering the Levy and Collection of Benefit
Assessments for the Fiscal Year 1998/1999;
RESOLUTION NO. 98-28
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GILROY
REGARDING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO.1, CITY OF GILROY,
GIVING FINAL APPROVAL TO THE ANNUAL BUDGET AND ANNUAL
ENGINEER'S REPORT, OVERRULING PROTESTS, AND ORDERING THE
LEVY AND COLLECTION OF BENEFIT ASSESSMENTS FOR THE FISCAL
YEAR 1998/1999.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 15th day of June, 1998, by the following vote;
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: GIFFORD, MORALES, ROWLISON,
SPRINGER, SUDOL, and GILROY
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: ARELLANO
Pub.Hearing The Mayor stated it was the time and place scheduled for a Public Hearing on
1998-2003 the 1998-2003 Financial Plan of the City of Gilroy.
Financial Plan
City Administrator Baksa noted the 1998-2003 Financial Plan of the City of
Gilroy and requested approval.
The Mayor opened the Public Hearing.
The Mayor closed the Public Hearing.
Res. 98-29 Motion was made by Councilwoman Rowlison, seconded by Councilman
Springer and carried (Councilmember Arellano absent) that the reading of
Resolution No. 98-29 be waived and that it be approved adopting the City of
Gilroy Budget for Fiscal Year 1998-1999 and appropriating proposed
expenditures for purposes set forth in budget.
RESOLUTION NO. 98-29
RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GILROY ADOPTING
THE BUDGET FOR SAID CITY FOR FISCAL YEAR 1998-1999 AND
APPROPRIA TING PROPOSED EXPENDITURES FOR PURPOSES SET
FORTH IN BUDGET.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 15th day of June, 1998, by the following vote;
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: GIFFORD, MORALES, ROWLISON,
SPRINGER, SUDOL, and GILROY
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: ARELLANO
Res. 98-30
SCRW A
Fin. Plan
Emerg. Ord.
Graffiti
Ord. 98-11
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Motion was made by Councilwoman Rowlison, seconded by Councilman
Sudol and carried (Councilmember Arellano absent) that the reading of
Resolution No. 98-30 be waived and that it be approved adopting the
Appropriation Limit for 1998-1999 Fiscal Year.
RESOLUTION NO. 98-30
RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GILROY ADOPTING
THE APPROPRlA nON LIMIT FOR 1998-1999 FISCAL YEAR.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 15th day of June, 1998, by the following vote;
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: GIFFORD, MORALES, ROWLISON,
SPRINGER, SUDOL, and GILROY
NOES: COUNClLMEMBERS: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: ARELLANO
Motion was made by Councilman Sudol, seconded by Councilman Morales
and carried (Councilmember Arellano absent) approving the 1998-2003 South
County Regional Wastewater Authority (SCRW A) Financial Plan in concept.
The Mayor noted an Emergency Ordinance of the City Council of the City of
Gilroy amending the Gilroy City Code Chapter 12.5 sections 12.5.1, 12.5.2,
12.5.3, 12.5.9, 12.5.10, and 12.5.11 regarding regulation of graffiti.
City Attorney Callon reviewed the reasoning behind the proposed
amendments, and Jolie Houston reviewed the proposed amendments including the
administrative costs and abatement expenses.
Motion was made by Councilman Sudol, seconded by Councilman Springer
and carried (Councilmember Arellano absent) to read the Emergency Ordinance
by title only and waive further reading of the Emergency Ordinance. The City
Clerk read the Emergency Ordinance by title only.
Motion was made by Councilman Springer, seconded by Councilman Sudol
and cartied (Councilmember Arellano absent) to adopt Emergency Ordinance No.
98-11 amending the Gilroy City Code Chapter 12.5 sections 12.5.1, 12.5.2,
12.5.3, 12.5.9, 12.5.10, and 12.5.11 regarding regulation of graffiti;
ORDINANCE NO. 98-11
EMERGENCY ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
GILROY AMENDING THE GILROY CITY CODE CHAPTER 12.5
SECTIONS 12.5.1,12.5.2,12.5.3,12.5.9,12.5.10, AND 12.5.11 REGARDING
REGULATION OF GRAFFITI.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 15th day of June, 1998, by the following vote;
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: GIFFORD, MORALES, ROWLISON,
SPRINGER, SUDOL, and GILROY
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: ARELLANO
Graffiti Ord. The Mayor noted an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Gilroy
amending the Gilroy City Code Chapter 12.5 sections 12.5.1, 12.5.2, 12.5.3,
12.5.9, 12.5.10, and 12.5.11 regarding regulation of graffiti.
Motion was made by Councilman Sudol, seconded by Councilman Springer
and carried (Councilmember Arellano absent) to read the Ordinance by title only
and waive further reading of the Ordinance. The City Clerk read the Ordinance
by title only. '
Motion was made by Councilman Sudol, seconded by Councilman Springer
and carried (Councilmember Arellano absent) to introduce the Ordinance
amending the Gilroy City Code Chapter 12.5 sections 12.5.1,12.5.2,12.5.3,
12.5.9, 12.5.10, and 12.5.11 regarding regulation of graffiti.
City Administrator Baksa thanked Jolie Houston for all her hard work on this
project.
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The Mayor noted resolutions regarding the Municipal Election for November
3, 1998.
City Administrator Baksa reviewed the proposed four amendments to the City
of Gilroy Charter, noting that it will cost must less to have these Charter
amendments on the November 1998 ballot rather than the November 1999 ballot.
Councilman Springer requested and Council concurred to strike the word
"unused" in the proposed amendment to Charter Section 1104.
Res. 98-31
Motion was made by Councilman Morales, seconded by Councilman Sudol
and carried (Councilmember Arellano absent) that the reading of Resolution No.
98-31 be waived and that it be adopted proposing amendments to the City Charter
as amended and directing said amendments to be submitted to the electors of the
City.
RESOLUTION NO. 98-31
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GILROY
PROPOSING AMENDMENTS TO THE CITY CHARTER AND DIRECTING
SAID AMENDMENTS TO BE SUBMITTED TO THE ELECTORS OF THE
CITY.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 15th day of June, 1998, by the following vote;
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: GIFFORD, MORALES, ROWLISON,
SPRINGER, SUDOL, and GILROY
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: ARELLANO
Res. 98-32 Motion was made by Councilwoman Rowlison, seconded by Councilman
Morales and carried (Councilmember Arellano absent) that the reading of
Resolution No. 98-32 be waived and that it be adopted Calling a Special
Municipal Election for the purpose of submitting to the electors of the City
Amendments to the City Charter; requesting consolidation of elections with the
General Election to be held November 3, 1998; and requesting services of the
Registrar of Voters;
RESOLUTION 98-32
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GILROY
CALLING A SPECIAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION FOR THE PURPOSE OF
SUBMITTING TO THE ELECTORS OF THE CITY AMENDMENTS TO THE
CITY CHARTER; REQUESTING CONSOLIDATION OF ELECTIONS WITH
THE GENERAL ELECTION TO BE HELD NOVEMBER 3, 1998; AND
REQUESTING SERVICES OF THE REGISTRAR OF VOTERS.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 15th day of June, 1998, by the following vote;
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: GIFFORD, MORALES, ROWLISON,
SPRINGER, SUDOL, and GILROY
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: ARELLANO
SCJP AC Appt. The Mayor noted the need to appoint a member to the South County Joint
Planning Advisory Committee.
Councilmembers made the following requests for appointment:
Councilmember Gifford - William Derrick, Councilman Morales - Howard
Franklin, Councilwoman Rowlison - Howard Franklin, Councilman Springer _
Mike Correa, and Councilman Sudol- Mike Correa.
Motion was made by Councilwoman Rowlison, seconded by Councilman
Morales and carried (Councilmen Springer and Sudol voting no and
Councilmember Arellano absent) to appoint Howard Franklin as the South
County Joint Planning Advisory Committee member.
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The Mayor requested the City Clerk notify Mr. Franklin of his appointment.
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 following informational items were noted with no separate discussion on
same:
Legislation:
Letter to Assemblymember Peter Frusetta in opposition to AB 2065, which
seeks to eliminate local business license fees, taxes and regulation for certain
home based businesses;
Letter to The Honorable William Craven in support of AB 1712, which would
grant forgiveness of property tax revenues over-apportioned due to ERAF shift
calculation errors;
League of California Cities Information regarding Vehicle License Fees
Pledged to Local Debt;
Letter from West Valley Mayors and Managers to Assemblymember Cunneen
regarding AB 1776 regarding State Vehicle License Fee Take-Away;
ABAG Strongly Opposes Repeal of the Vehicle License Fee;
Letter from Marty Clevenger, Santa Clara County Cities Association,
regarding AB 1614 - California Internet Tax Freedom Act; and
League of California Cities Legislative Bulletin #21-1998 dated June 5, 1998.
General Plan Update:
April 22, 1998 Activity Report.
Customer Service:
Memo from Michael Albanese, Giannecchini's, in appreciation of the Gilroy
Police Department's street patrol on Monterey Street;
Letter from Steve Brown, President, California Rural Fire Association, to Fire
Chief Gillespie thanking him for the presentation made to the 54th Annual Cal
Rural Fire Association Conference in Chico;
Note from Annie Tomasello to Mayor Gilroy thanking him for the
presentation at "The Class of2000 Making a Difference Forum;"
Letters from Les Yeffa, President, Christmas in the Park,Jo Public Safety
Communicator Perry and Acting Police Chief Giusiana in appreciation for the
assistance with the annual raffle and recognition awards;
Letter from Judy Mireles-Janisch, Area Director Gavilan Special Olympics, to
Acting Police Chief Giusiana thanking him for his help and generosity at the 1998
Gavilan Special Olympics 1998 Track and Field games;
Memorandum from Officer David Marrazzo to Sgt. John Sheedy commending
all of the reserves who participated in the Memorial Day Parade;
Letter from Madelon Thomas, Luigi Aprea School Third Grade, to Museum
Aides Pavao and Tsujimoto in appreciation for the tour ofthe Gilroy Museum;
Note of congratulations from Senator Bruce McPherson to City Administrator
Baksa in being named "Outstanding Public Administrator" by the Santa Clara
Valley Chapter of the American Society for Public Administration;
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RFP-Cable
Franchise
Note of congratulations from Andrea Leiderman, Kaiser Permanente, to City
Administrator Baksa in being named "Outstanding Public Administrator" of 1998
by ASPA;
Letter from Patti Hale, Memorial Day Celebration Committee, to the City of
Gilroy in appreciation for the generous contribution to a very special event;
Letter from Robert L. Miller, First Baptist Church, to Planner I Stice thanking
him and his staff for their assistance;
Letter from Janell Riese, Gilroy Unified School District, to Officer Provost
thanking him for participating in the Career Faire at Gilroy High School;
Letter from Ken Cooper, Leadership Gilroy Board, to Community Services
Director Connelly for his valuable presentation to Leadership Gilroy;
Letter from Triny Perales, Gilroy Unified School District, to the Community
Services Department thanking them for the generous donation of a picnic site at
Christmas Hill Park for a picniclbarbeque; and
Letter from Lucy Ferrari, Santa Clara Valley Water District, to Community
Development Department Administrative Secretary Bentson for serving as a
member of their Office Specialist Qualifications Appraisal Board.
Informational items:
Caltrain Connection, April/May 1998, articles entitled Gilroy Train Station
Renovation Work Begins;
Neighbor to Neighborhood Fair, Saturday, July 11, 1998, 11 :00 a.m. to 2:00
p.m., Eliot School, sponsored by the Gilroy Gang Task Force;
Letter from Mayor Gilroy to The Honorable Judge Thomas Edwards thanking
him for the announcement that he will administer the most stringent punishment
possible to those persons convicted of a graffiti crime;
Letter from William Brooks, Central Coast Resource Conservation &
Development Council, to Community Development Director Allen in appreciation
for his willingness to serve on the Council;
San Jose Mercury News article, May 28, 1998, entitled Atherton considers
youth loitering ban;
Drought Alert Calculations, Summary of Monthly Water Production, May
1998;
Community Development Department - Planning Division, Monthly Report of
Long-Range Applications and Status ofRDO Allocation & Activity;
South County Regional Wastewater Authority Ongoing Engineering
Activities, June 9, 1998 SCRW A Board Meeting; and
Approved colors for the City of Gilroy Historic Museum.
The minutes of the Planning Commission meeting of May 7, 1998 were noted.
The report of the Planning Commission meeting of June 4, 1998 was noted.
City Administrator Baksa requested to proceed with the issuance of a formal
RFP as part of the FCC Cable Franchise renewal process.
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Dan Delaney, Falcon Cable, discussed the on-going negotiations and the costs
associated with modifications.
Motion was made by Councilman Sudol, seconded by Councilman Springer
and carried (Councilmember Arellano absent) to proceed with the issuance of a
formal RFP as part of the FCC Cable Franchise renewal process.
City Administrator Baksa noted a Town Hall meeting in Monterey on
Thursday hosted by Peter Frusetta on the Vehicle License Fees and distributed
recent information. He noted a potential date for a special meeting on the facade
program. Council concurred to schedule the meeting for June 29 at 6:00 p.m.
City Attorney Callon gave an update on graffiti vandalism and the ability to
suspend or delay driving privileges. Mayor Gilroy and Councilmembers Morales
and Springer requested to meet with Supervisor Gage and probation staff on this
Issue.
The Mayor noted the 90 day City Council calendar, a list of upcoming
meetings. He stated that he will be attending a League of California Cities
meeting on June 18 in Oakland. He thanked staff for their participation in the first
neighborhood meeting. He noted the next meeting will be Monday, June 22 at
Luigi Aprea School. He announced a Town Hall Meeting hosted by
Assemblyman Peter Frusetta on June 18, 1998, at 7:00 p.m. at the Monterey
County Board of Supervisor's Chambers regarding the proposed repeal of the
vehicle license tax (VLF). He requested names of interested persons wishing to
be appointed as the City of Gilroy member of the Santa Clara Valley
Transportation Authority (VTA) Board Bicycle Advisory Committee (BAC).
Council requested the opening be advertised on Channel 34, with interested
persons to submit their request by July 24 to the City Clerk, with the appointment
to be made on August 3. He noted the Mid Cal Open Karate Championships on
June 20 at 10:00 a.m. He stated that there will be a Santa Clara County Cities
Association meeting and Bocci Ball Tournament on June 18.
Councilwoman Rowlison noted that on June 18 at 3:30 p.m., Bruce
McPherson is hosting a meeting at Moss Landing for the State Deputy Director of
Tourism.
Councilman Springer noted the last South County Joint Planning Advisory
Committee meeting and discussion regarding the quarry south of Gilroy and truck
traffic concerns. He stated that the Committee did forward a recommendation to
approve the quarry. He also discussed the pipe at Kirby Canyon.
Councilmember Gifford stated that she toured the South Valley Community
Church, explaining that it has great potential for a cultural center and offices for
rent. She stated that the City might want to request that Maureen Upton have a
reception for others in the community to see the building and give a critique for
possible uses. City Administrator Baksa noted that he and the Community
Services Director had toured it also, and is having staff check on the parking
issue. He noted that BLES staff is also looking at it for possible wall
modifications. He noted that the Council may need to have a closed session on
this. He commented that the City is still waiting to get the Attorney General's
opinion on use of funds to purchase a building for use as a cultural facility.
Councilman Sudol stated that he is on a team looking at graffiti eradication.
He noted that they are receiving demonstrations on graffiti eradication. He stated
that he would like a study session on this issue to establish a policy on utilizing
the proposed equipment. He stated that their next demonstration is on June 24.
Councilman Sudol noted the Gilroy General Plan Update Committee Policies
and Procedures for 1) Participation by Citizen-At-Large Members, 2) Appointing
Citizen-At-Large Members from the Alternate Membership List, and 3)
Appointing Alternate Citizen-At-Large Members.
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Motion was made by Councilman Sudol, seconded by Councilman Morales
and carried (Councilwoman Rowlison voting no and Councilmember Arellano
absent) to approve the Gilroy General Plan Update Committee Policies and
Procedures for 1) Participation by Citizen-At-Large Members, 2) Appointing
Citizen-At-Large Members from the Alternate Membership List, and 3)
Appointing Alternate Citizen-At-Large Members.
Councilwoman Rowlison distributed information on Measures A & B
regarding traffic improvement.
The Mayor noted the following meetings/events:
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.
Closed Session of the Gilroy City Council, July 6, 1998 at 6:00 p.m. in the
Gilroy City Council Chambers, 7351 Rosanna Street, Gilroy, California pursuant
to Government Code Section 54957, Threat to Public Services, Consultation with
Acting Chief of Police.
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, sewer,
storm drains, Electrical-street lighting, etc.).
At 10:28 p.m. the Mayor adjourned the meeting.
Respectfully submitted,
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/s/ RHONDA PELLIN
City Clerk