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Mike Gilroy - 7:02 p.m. New Employee The Mayor introduced new employee Debbie I. Moore, Police Lieutenant, Police Department. Proc.-Nat'l. The Mayor presented a proclamation to Carol A. Thomson for National Tourism Wk. Tourism Week, May 2-8, 1999. Proc.-Fibromy- The Mayor presented a proclamation to Gail Tamez for Fibromyalgia algia Aware- Awareness Day, May 12, 1999. ness Day Emp. Award The Mayor presented the Employee Award for the Month of April, 1999, to Jim Stephens, Police Department. Vol. Award The Mayor presented the Volunteer of the Month of May, 1999 Award to Wayne Jones. Vol. Award The Mayor introduced Jacqui Carrasco, Volunteer ofthe Year for 1999. 7," C) r) -> - , Consent Calendar Res.99-39 Budget Minutes Montano Motion was made by Councilman Morales, seconded by Councilwoman Rowlison and carried that the following items under the Consent Calendar be approved, removing Item A. Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of May 3, 1999, Item B. Approval of a Settlement from AI Montano for the Peterson Junkyard Clean-Up Costs, and Item C. Approval of the amended and restated agreement for legal services with Berliner Cohen, 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: Adopted Resolution No. 99-39 implementing the "Do Graffiti, Lose Your License" and "Adopt-A-Block" laws; RESOLUTION NO. 99-39 RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GILROY IMPLEMENTING THE "DO GRAFFITI, LOSE YOUR LICENSE" AND "ADOPT-A-BLOCK" LAWS. PASSED AND ADOPTED this 17th day of May, 1999, by the following vote; AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: ARELLANO, GIFFORD, MORALES, ROWLISON, SPRINGER, SUDOL, and GILROY NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE Budget Amendments/Transfers as recommended. Councilman Morales requested a correction to the minutes of May 3, 1999 on page 3 to read: "gainly employed by Westside Transport Inc., and the president of Westside Transport Inc. is one of four property owners involved with Spectrum Group, and stepped down from the dais." Motion was made by Councilman Sudol, seconded by Councilman Morales and carried to approve the minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of May 3, 1999, as amended. Councilman Sudol questioned the settlement with Mr. Montano. Motion was made by Mayor Gilroy, seconded by Councilman Springer and carried (Councilman Sudol voting no) to approve the settlement with AI Montano for the Peterson Junkyard Clean-Up costs. Berliner-Cohen Councilmember Arellano questioned whether the $175/hour fee would be for all attorneys, and was told that it would be for all attorney work. Pub. Hearing CDBG & NRS Motion was made by Councilman Springer, seconded by Councilman Sudol and carried (Councilmember Arellano voting no) to approve the amended and restated agreement for legal services with Berliner Cohen. The Mayor stated it was the time and place scheduled for a Public Hearing on the Draft Annual Action Plan of Gilroy's Adopted Consolidated Plan and a draft Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy containing an area within Census Tract 5126.01 for the Activities the City of Gilroy Plans to Fund Under the 1999-2000 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program, any amendments to the 1998/99 CDBG Action Plan, and the FY 1999-2003 Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy. The staff report was noted and further explained by Acting City Administrator Dorn. The Mayor opened the Public Hearing. The Mayor closed the Public Hearing. Pub. Hearing Maintenance District # 1 Pub.Hearing TM 98-09 7 .<, r::' ; _, .J , HCD Coordinator Yurutucu requested Council adopt the entire Action Plan with the Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy as an activity within that Plan. Motion was made by Councilman Springer, seconded by Councilman Sudol and the motion did not carry (Councilmembers Arellano, Morales, Rowlison, and Gilroy voting no) to break the issue into two votes, one being the Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy and then the Consolidated Plan. Motion was made by Councilwoman Rowlison, seconded by Councilmember Arellano and carried (Councilmembers Gifford, Springer, and Sudol voting no) to approve the Draft Annual Action Plan of Gilroy's Adopted Consolidated Plan and a draft Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy containing an area within Census Tract 5126.01 for the Activities the City of Gilroy Plans to Fund Under the 1999- 2000 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program, any amendments to the 1998/99 CDBG Action Plan, and the FY 1999-2003 Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy. 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. 8711-Carriage Hills), Fiscal Year 1999/2000. The staff report was noted and further explained by Acting City Administrator Dorn, noting one letter was received in opposition to the request. The Mayor opened the Public Hearing. The Mayor closed the Public Hearing. Motion was made by Councilman Springer, seconded by Councilman Morales and carried to adopt Resolution No. 99-40 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 1999/2000. RESOLUTION NO. 99-40 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 1999/2000. PASSED AND ADOPTED this 17th day of May, 1999, by the following vote; AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: ARELLANO, GIFFORD, MORALES, ROWLISON, SPRINGER, SUDOL, and GILROY NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE The Mayor stated it was the time and place scheduled for a Public Hearing on a Tentative Map request to subdivide 3.21 acres into a 12 lot single family residential subdivision, plus one remainder lot, on property zoned Rl (Single Family Residential) located on the south side of Sunrise Drive, approximately 950 feet west of Santa Teresa Boulevard. Mahmoud Kamangar, applicant, TM 98-09. The staff report was noted and further explained by Planner I Stice, and he answered questions posed by Councilmembers. The Mayor opened the Public Hearing. Sue Dillon, MacKay and Somps - Civil Engineering firm, requested that if a wall is required, that it be tied to Architectural and Site approval. She stated that she would not like to be required to distribute the plat map to potential buyers. She noted that this is for 12 lots with a remainder lot to be developed in the future. 7_, r ,", . .- ) f:J)L Pub. Hearing TM 99-02 Pub.Hearing USA 98-03 The Mayor closed the Public Hearing. Motion was made by Councilmember Arellano, seconded by Councilman Morales and carried to direct staff to prepare a resolution approving TM 98-09, subject to 17 conditions, with modifications to conditions #2 and #4. Motion was made by Councilman Springer, seconded by Councilmember Arellano and carried to approve the negative declaration. The Mayor stated it was the time and place scheduled for a Public Hearing on a Tentative Map request to subdivide 37.41 acres into a 183 lot residential subdivision, comprised of 180 single family residential lots, 1 private street, 1 park/day care site, and 1 multi-family residential site, located east of Santa Teresa Boulevard, between Longmeadow Drive and Mantelli Drive, zoned Rl/R3-PUD (Single Family Residential/Medium Density Residential-Planned Unit Development). South County Housing, applicant, TM 99-02. The staff report was noted and further explained by Planner II Durkin. The Mayor opened the Public Hearing. Dennis Lalor, South County Housing, noted that they have redesigned the multi-family housing portion of the site. He stated they are working with the Y and Growth and Opportunity for the day care site. Mark Collins, Glenbrook Gardens resident, noted that they are still trying to resolve issues at his subdivision, and requested delay of approval of this project. The Mayor requested South County Housing notify the City Clerk of upcoming meetings, so that Councilmembers can attend these meetings. The Mayor requested the timing as far as statutory requirements, and was told that a delay would not be appropriate, as there are only about 10 days left in the approval cycle. John Donahoe, Ruggeri-Jensen-Azar, noted that this is not a zero-lot line subdivision, but rather a duet project. Dennis Lalor stated that subsequent projects have not had the same problems as Glenbrook Gardens. The Mayor closed the Public Hearing. Motion was made by Councilwoman Rowlison, seconded by Councilmember Arellano and carried (Councilmembers Gifford, Springer and Sudol voting no) to direct staff to prepare a resolution approving TM 99-02, with a modification to condition #27. Councilman Sudol stated for the record that his no vote addressed the multi- family housing portion of the project, noting that he feels that it is in the wrong location. At 9: 10 p.m. the Mayor called for a five minute recess, after which he recalled the meeting to order. The Mayor stated it was the time and place scheduled for a Public Hearing on the 1999 Urban Service Area request of approximately 133.2 acres, including the future Gilroy Sports Park, into the City of Gilroy's Urban Service Area, which would identify it as an area which could be annexed to the City, and which may have services available within the next five years, for property located west of Monterey Street, between Luchessa Avenue and Farman Road. City of Gilroy, applicant, USA 98-03. Pub.Hearing Z 99-01 7. .,' ,"' .., . ~)J.) The staff report was noted and further explained by Planner I Stice. The Mayor opened the Public Hearing. Teri Wissler, EMC Planning Group, noted that the loss of ag land does include land beyond the Sports Park. Jimmy Galtman, frontage road resident, stated concerns with the traffic at the intersection into the sports park. Bruce Sweeney, resident near Thomas Road, spoke in favor of the park. He noted concern with the speed limits on Thomas Road and Monterey Road. He questioned whether the land in the area will ever be zoned for anything other than agriculture, due to the fact that it is in a flood zone. The Mayor closed the Public Hearing. Bill Headley stated that there will be emergency access roads available throughout the park for emergency vehicles. He noted that signalization of the intersection will occur in the future as needed. T eri Wissler stated that removing acreage would not remove the significant unavoidable impact regarding the loss of ag land. (At 10:24 p.m. Councilmember Gifford left the Council Chambers, and returned at 10:29 p.m.) Bill Headley noted that it was part of the sales agreement when the land was purchased that the additional land would be included in the Urban Service Area request. Motion was made by Councilman Sudol, seconded by Councilman Springer and carried (Councilmember Arellano voting no) certifYing the Environmental Impact Report as completed in compliance with CEQA and reflecting the independent judgment of the City. Councilmember Arellano noted for the record that she voted no on this issue due to the significant and unavoidable impacts noted in the EIR. Motion was made by Councilman Sudol, seconded by Councilman Springer and carried (Councilmembers Arellano and Rowlison voting no) to direct staff to prepare a resolution approving USA 98-03, and to direct staff to prepare Specific Findings with respect to each significant effect identified within the ErR, and a Statement of Overriding Considerations. The Mayor stated it was the time and place scheduled for a Public Hearing on a Zone Change request to change the City of Gilroy's Zoning Map from Rl (Single Family Residential) and R3 (Medium Density Residential) to Rl/R3-PUD (Single Family ResidentiallMedium Density Residential-Planned Unit Development) on 8.83 acres located on the northwest corner of Ronan Avenue and Church Street. Edith Huang, applicant, Z 99-01. The staff report was noted and further explained by Planner I O'Brien. The Mayor opened the Public Hearing. Darrell Leamon, Western Pacific Housing, introduced John Peterson and Jill Williams, and stated they are available to answer any questions. The Mayor closed the Public Hearing. 7-~t: / . ~. J "1 Pub. Hearing TM 97-05 M 98-12/ ARE 98-04 Motion was made by Councilwoman Rowlison, seconded by Councilman Morales and carried to direct staff to prepare an ordinance approving Z 99-01. Councilmember Arellano stated for the record her concern for the proposed small lot sizes from 2955 to 6635 square feet, urging the Councilmembers to take this concentration under advisement in the future. The Mayor stated it was the time and place scheduled for a Public Hearing on a vesting Tentative Map request to subdivide 8.83 acres into a 65 lot single family residential subdivision, with two (2) common lots, on property located on the northwest corner of Ronan Avenue and Church Street, proposed to be rezoned to Rl/R3-PUD (Single Family Residential/Medium Density Residential-Planned Unit Development). Edith Huang, applicant, TM 97-05. The staff report was noted and further explained by Planner I O'Brien. The Mayor opened the Public Hearing. The Mayor closed the Public Hearing. In answer to a question, Darrell Leamon stated that there will be a homeowners association to care for the open space areas. It was also noted that there will be additional landscaping at the entrance to the project. Motion was made by Councilmember Gifford, seconded by Councilman Sudol and carried to direct staff to prepare a resolution approving TM 97-05. The Mayor noted a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Gilroy partially approving M 98-12/ARE 98-04, an application for an Affordable Housing Exemption from the Residential Development Ordinance, APN 810-21-006. Spectrum Group, applicant. Dan Reed, attorney for the property owner, stated that they will have a report in about ten days, and would like this to be continued. Motion was made by Councilman Sudol, seconded by Councilwoman Rowlison and carried (Councilman Morales absent) to agendize adoption of this resolution to June 7, 1999. RDO Policy- The Mayor noted a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Gilroy Exempt Units establishing a policy regarding allocation of residential dwelling units exempt from the Residential Development Ordinance to infill projects. Critical Clean Solutions Planner II Durkin reviewed the available number of infill units. Councilman Morales recused himself from voting on this issue and stepped down from the dais. Motion was made by Councilman Springer, seconded by Councilman Sudol and carried (Councilmember Arellano voting no and Councilman Morales absent) to continue this item to June 7, 1999. Councilman Morales returned to his seat at the dais. The Mayor noted a further consideration of an Economic Incentive for Critical Clean Solutions. Motion was made by Councilman Springer, seconded by Councilman Morales, and the motion was subsequently withdrawn, to postpone this issue until the Council has had a study session regarding the policy over job credits. Bill Lindsteadt stated that the applicant is here to answer questions, noting that the purchase agreement will be rescinded by the seller tomorrow morning if this is not approved tonight and the whole issue will go away. AlS 99-07 7":, r"' .. " .' \ '.- ., ' ' The City Attorney stated for the record that whatever document that Mr. Allen sent out to Critical Clean Solutions, was a draft and had not been reviewed by the City Attorney's office, which had been communicated to the applicant. Darryl Donovan, Critical Clean Solutions, stated that he is available to answer questions. He stated that his business in currently located in south San Jose. He noted that IBM and other computer firms are their customers. He noted that they have been in business 4-5 years. Jeff Barnes, with Colliers, stated that the City sent him out to find business for Gilroy. He stated that this is an opportunity to bring this business here and create future jobs for Gilroy. Kevin Burr, Critical Clean Solutions, reviewed the terms ofthe agreement. At 11:48 p.m., the Mayor adjourned to a closed session, due to possible exposure to litigation against the City. At 12: 17 a.m., the Mayor readjourned the meeting. The City Attorney stated that no action was taken in closed session. The City Attorney stated that the City is looking at these agreements with concern regarding potential problems. She noted that the City needs to look at the agreements to see that there are benefits to the City in exchange for any relief of fee credits. The Mayor reviewed the requested terms of the proposed agreement. Frank Braken, Architectural Facades, stated that the City presented a package to prospective businesses. He stated that he is now wondering if they need to be concerned about coming here. Mark Sanchez, representing the seller of the building, stated that he thought the economic incentive program was to bring jobs to Gilroy. He stated that they need a vote tonight. Bill Lindsteadt reviewed the need for 20 jobs to be from Gilroy. He stated that a large cost of the business is for wastewater discharge. He noted that the company will recycle the water, which would reduce the impact and cost. Discussion ensued regarding the applicants purchasing sewer capacity as needed today, plus receiving a credit of 20 jobs at $2,000 per job, 60% of which must be Gilroy residents (12 jobs) within three years, or pay back the $40,000 or the portion that is not achieved, plus interest. It was noted that if expansion occurs and additional sewer capacity is needed, they will be allowed to purchase additional sewer capacity. Council agreed to move on and come back to this issue, after the applicants have discussed the agreement. The Mayor noted a request for a Planned Unit Development Architectural and Site design review approval to construct 65 single family residential units (28 attached, 37 detached), on property located on the northwest corner of Ronan Avenue and Church Street, proposed to be rezoned Rl/R3-PUD (Single Family ResidentiaI!Medium Density Residential-Planned Unit Development). Edith Huang, applicant, AlS 99-07. The staff report was noted and further explained by Planner I O'Brien. Motion was made by Councilwoman Rowlison, seconded by Councilman Morales and carried to direct staff to prepare a resolution approving A/S 99-07. 77["1" ~)) u RDO 96-02 The Mayor noted a request to modify RDO 96-02 Performance Agreement, Edith Huang, applicant. Planner I.O'Brien eXplained the request. Motion was made by Councilman Sudol, seconded by Councilman Morales and carried to modify RDO 96-02 Performance Agreement, extending the Final Map submittal deadline to September 1, 1999. The Mayor and Councilmembers wished Planner I O'Brien good luck in the future, as she is leaving employment with the City of Gilroy. Critical Clean Solutions Mr. Donovan reviewed the discussions with City staff, and what they plan for the Gilroy site. He requested a credit for 40 jobs, and also requested the ability to come back to request an additional incentive credit in the future. Motion was made by Councilman Springer, seconded by Councilwoman Rowlison and carried (Councilmember Arellano voting no) to call for the question. Motion was made by Councilman Springer, seconded by Councilwoman Rowlison and carried (Councilmember Arellano voting no) to offer an economic incentive agreement to Critical Clean Solutions for 40 jobs at $2,000 per job, 60% of which (24 jobs) must be filled with Gilroy residents within three years, or they must repay the incentive, or the portion not achieved, with interest. A/S 99-14 The Mayor noted a request for a Planned Unit Development Architectural and Site design review approval of 183 lots (180 residential lots, 1 private street, 1 park/day care site, and 1 multi-family residential site) for the Los Arroyos subdivision, located east of Santa Teresa Boulevard, between Longmeadow Drive and Mantelli Drive, on property zoned Rl/R3-PUD (Single Family ResidentiallMedium Density Residential-Planned Unit Development). South County Housing, applicant, A/S 99-14. The staff report was noted and further explained by Planner II Durkin, noting this is for 180 single family lots. Motion was made by Councilwoman Rowlison, seconded by Councilman Morales and carried (Councilmembers Gifford, Springer and Sudol voting no) to direct staff to prepare a resolution approving A/S 99-14. A/S 99-15 The Mayor noted a request for a Planned Unit Development Architectural and Site design review to construct two 18-hold miniature golf courses, a 4,000 sq.ft. addition, a 6,000 sq.ft. event building, and parking at a previously approved theme park (currently under construction), located at 3050 Hecker Pass Highway, zoned HC-PUD (Highway Commercial-Planned Unit Development). Bonfante Gardens, applicant, A/S 99-15. The staff report was noted and further explained by Planner I Stice, noting that it is consistent with the Predevelopment Agreement. Frank Dillon, Bonfante Gardens, stated that he is available to answer questions. He noted that the park will open March 16, 2001. In answer to a question, he explained that the event building will be a clubhouse with a cafe, will include arcade games, and will complement the miniature golf courses and current picnic operations. Motion was made by Councilman Sudol, seconded by Councilmember Arellano and carried to direct staff to prepare a resolution approving A/S 99-15. Gilroy Sports The Mayor noted a review of the Gilroy Sports Park Master Plan. Park Master Plan Motion was made by Councilman Morales, seconded by Councilman Springer and carried to move this item to June 7, 1999. Architectural Facades 7.,r ''''. ',,- ... I., , ...} .J .: The Mayor noted consideration for an Economic Incentive for Architectural Facades. The staff report was noted and further explained by Acting City Administrator Dorn. Motion was made by Councilman Sudol, seconded by Councilman Morales and carried to approve the terms and direct staff to prepare an economic incentive agreement for Architectural Facades. The Mayor asked if there was anyone in the audience wishing to speak on any item not on the agenda. There was no comment from anyone in the audience. Councilman Sudol noted SB 402 regarding compulsory and binding arbitration, and it was noted that the City of Gilroy Police and Fire employees currently have binding arbitration. The following information items were noted with no separate discussion on same: Legislation: League of California Cities Legislative Bulletin # 16-1999 dated April 30, 1999; League of California Cities Legislative Bulletin # 17 -1999 dated May 7, 1999; and Letters to Assemblymember Peter Frusetta and Senator Bruce McPherson in opposition to AB 919 regarding low and moderate income housing. General Plan Update: General Plan Update Committee - March 31 and April 21, 1999 Activity Reports. Customer Service: Letter of commendation from Diana Sullivan Everstine, Ph.D., to Sgt. AI Morales for his extraordinary work as hostage negotiator; Note of thanks from Roland Velasco to Jay Baksa for meeting with him on EMS; The Exchange Club of Gilroy Blue and Gold Awards honoring Fire Captain Moe McHenry, Firefighter Michael Botill, and Police Officer Romeo Dekelaita; Letter of thanks from Iris Kabert, Congregation Emeth, to Mayor Gilroy for attending and participating in a recent Yom Ha Shoah Service; Letter of thanks from Phyllis Perez, Clerk of the Board of Supervisors, to Rhonda Pellin for providing information on the Council Chambers sound system; Note of congratulations from Joan Buchanan to Annabel Yurutucu for her work in securing a grant for downtown improvements; Letter of thanks from Alice Dufresne-Reyes, Gavilan College, to Sandra Sammut for her presentation to students at South Valley regarding volunteerism; Letter of thanks from Susan Dodd, Gavilan College, to Robert Connelly for his continued assistance and support in providing a dump truck and driver; Letter of thanks from Leo Tirado, Sugimura & Associates Architects, to Bryan Stice for his assistance in securing the first formal approval for Bonfante Gardens; 735B P&R Com. 4-20-99 SCRWA 4-13&27/99 Plan. Com. 5-6-99 Plan. Com. 4-1-99 Note of thanks from Rhonda Pellin to John Garcia for the use of a portable P A system for use at a ceremony at the high school; and Note of thanks from Gia Biagi to John Garcia for his help in spreading the word about an event. Informational items: Gilroy Visitors Bureau Advisory Council Minutes of April 8, 1999 and Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau Balance Sheet of March 31, 1999; and Letter from Department of Transportation regarding the median barrier project on Highway 101 from Morgan Hill to Gilroy. The report of the Parks & Recreation Commission meeting of April 20, 1999 was noted. The minutes of the South County Regional Wastewater Authority meetings of April 13 and 27, 1999 were noted. The report of the Planning Commission meeting of May 6, 1999 was noted The minutes of the Planning Commission meeting of April 1, 1999 were noted. Acting City Administrator Dorn stated that Councilmembers need to turn in their priority sheets Amicus-Haggis The Mayor noted a request to join as amicus in Amicus Brief in California v.City of Los Supreme Court Case of Haggis v. City of Los Angeles re: immunities for City Angeles inspections. CALFED Bay-Delta Program Motion was made by Mayor Gilroy, seconded by Councilman Springer and carried to join as amicus. The Mayor noted the 90 day City Council calendar, a list of upcoming meetings. He stated that the study session scheduled for May 19 has been cancelled. He noted that he attended a Cities Association meeting regarding graffiti vandals losing their drivers licenses. It was noted that Seniors Day was last Friday. The Mayor noted a presentation on May 27, which will be televised, regarding the General Plan revision. The Mayor noted a request by the Santa Clara Valley Water District (SCVWD) for a Letter of Support regarding the CALFED Bay-Delta Program. Motion was made by Councilwoman Rowlison, seconded by Councilman Morales and carried to sign a letter of support for the CALFED Bay-Delta Program. Councilman Morales stated that he spent the day with the Agricultural Easement Conservation Task Force, which will have a presentation for the Council in the future. Councilmember Gifford noted the Domestic Violence Council will hold their first Temporary Restraining Order Clinic on May 26 from 6-9:00 p.m. She stated the Gilroy Downtown Development Corporation will hold a Father's Day/Antique and Collectible Classic Car Show on June 20 from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Councilmember Arellano stated that she attended the New Hope Community Church recognition and memorial in honor of fallen officers. She stated that she went to Oakland and talked to the committee on TLC. o...'~..>._ ._...~..~.,<"..,_~~, .,;......,......, ----- ~--~ Adjrnmt. :."'..c....,..-..'-"""""."',",.~.;.",.,,~'=>.~1'-,.,."""'C""-, ,.-...-.;.,='-''',,,....,.. ""-,,,=';"".; ~'C'~'~':"- 7Qr."" ..) .J ~l Councilman Springer announced a meeting on May 19 from 1-5:00 p.m. with the Board of Supervisors and Valley Transportation Authority to hash out Measure A & B implementation priorities. He stated that he will attend and fight for the Highway 101 widening and the Highway 152 improvements. The Mayor noted the May 31 Memorial Day service, parade, and celebration at Christmas Hill Park. The Mayor noted the following meetings/events: Study Session - May 19, 1999, 7:00 p.m., Temporary Environmental Education Center (TEEC) building at the Ranch Site, Christmas Hill Park, 7049 Miller Avenue, Gilroy, California, to discuss Economic Development including the incentive policy and whether the City wants to get involved in the HUD 108 funds/loan program (which has since been cancelled). Study Session - May 24, 1999, 7:00 p.m., Gilroy City Council Chambers, 7351 Rosanna Street, Gilroy, California, to discuss the November ballot issue. South County Regional Wastewater Authority Regular Meeting - May 25, 1999, 7:30 a.m., Wastewater Treatment Facility Administration Building, 1500 Southside Drive, Gilroy, California. South County Regional Wastewater Authority Regular Meeting - June 8, 1999, 7:30 a.m., Wastewater Treatment Facility Administration Building, 1500 Southside Drive, Gilroy, California. City Council Outreach/Call-In Session - June 14, 1999, 7:00 p.m., Gilroy City Council Chambers, 7351 Rosanna Street, Gilroy, California, for residents to call with questions. South County Regional Wastewater Authority Regular Meeting - June 22, 1999, 7:30 a.m., Wastewater Treatment Facility Administration Building, 1500 Southside Drive, Gilroy, California. At 1:40 a.m. the Mayor adjourned the meeting. Respectfully submitted, vii. Jd . - tjed f'- c~~.{.{~./'- /s/ RHONDA PELLIN City Clerk