Minutes 2003/07/07
Invocation
Posting
Agenda
Roll Call
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Regular Meeting
July 7,2003
Gilroy, California
The Mayor led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Pastor Kevin Wilson, Gilroy Bible Church, gave the Invocation.
The Mayor noted that a modified agenda had been prepared and posted to
adopt four resolutions relating to the Gilroy Public Facilities Financing Authority.
The City Clerk noted that the agenda had been posted on July 2, 2003
at 11 :55 a.m. and the addendum was posted on July 3,2003 at 3:25 p.m.
Present: Councilmembers: Peter D. Arellano, Robert T. Dillon, Craig
Gartman, Charles S. Morales, Roland Velasco, and Thomas W. Springer; Absent:
Councilmember Al Pinheiro (excused) - 7:03 p.m.
The Mayor noted that the presentation by the Gilroy Garlic Festival would be
continued to September 2, 2003. He also noted that this meeting would be
adjourned in memory of Joe Gamboa, who had served on various City of Gilroy
Boards and Commissions.
New Employees The following new employees were introduced: Eric Garcia, Police Officer,
Police Department; Nancy Sanchez-Clark, Multi-Service Officer, Police
Department; and Mark Tarasco, Police Officer, Police Department.
Garlic Festival The Mayor noted a presentation by the Gilroy Garlic Festival regarding their
25th anniversary has been continued to September 2, 2003.
Vol. Award
V 01. Award
Proc.-Heroes
Day
Consent
Calendar
Ext.-TM 99-11
Res. 2003-46
The Mayor presented the Volunteer of the Month of May, 2003 award to
David Romero.
The Mayor presented the Volunteer of the Month of June, 2003 award to
Laurie Goldsmith.
The Mayor noted a proclamation for You Are The Heroes Day - June 21,
2003, which was presented on June 21,2003.
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 the audience.
Motion was made by Councilman Velasco, seconded by Councilman Arellano
and carried (Councilman Pinheiro absent) that the following items under the
Consent Calendar be approved, removing Item A. Minutes of the Regular Council
Meeting of June 16, 2003 and Item G. Oyao Property Purchase Agreement
Recommendations for the Cultural Arts Center, by the following Roll Call Vote:
Ayes: Councilmembers: Peter D. Arellano, Robert T. Dillon, Craig Gartman,
Charles S. Morales, Roland Velasco and Thomas W. Springer; Absent:
Councilmember: Al Pinheiro:
Extension ofTM 99-11 (The Forest);
Adopted Resolution No. 2003-46 approving the application for grant funds
California Department of Conservation's California Farmland Conservancy
program for the Land Trust for Santa Clara County;
RESOLUTION NO. 2003-46
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GILROY
APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR GRANT FUNDS CALIFORNIA
DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION'S CALIFORNIA FARMLAND
CONSERVANCY PROGRAM FOR THE LAND TRUST FOR SANTA CLARA
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COUNTY.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 7th day of July, 2003, by the following vote;
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: ARELLANO, DILLON, GARTMAN,
MORALES, VELASCO, and SPRINGER
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: PINHEIRO
Accept Impr.
Tract 8963
Accepted Improvements, Tract 8963, Eagle Ridge Development Co., LLC;
Prop.Impr.Agr. Property Improvement Agreement No. 2003-06, Sunrise Estates, Phase II, Bay
NO.2003-06 Colony Investors II;
Mantelli Gap
Closure/Sig.
Accepted the Construction of the Mantelli Gap Closure & Signal Project,
Project eS-CDD-S36, The Don Chapin Company, Inc.;
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Prop.Impr.Agr. Property Improvement Agreement No. 2003-05, Tract No. 9483, Church
No.2003-05 Street Homes; and
Res. 2003-47 Adopted Resolution No. 2003-47 clarifying provisions ofthe Joint Exercise of
Powers Agreement forming the Gilroy Public Facilities Financing Authority.
RESOLUTION NO. 2003-47
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GILROY
CLARIFYING PROVISIONS OF THE JOINT EXERCISE OF POWERS
AGREEMENT FORMING THE GILROY PUBLIC FACILITIES FINANCING
AUTHORITY.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 7th day of July, 2003, by the following vote;
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: ARELLANO, DILLON, GARTMAN,
MORALES, VELASCO, and SPRINGER
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: PINHEIRO
Minutes
Motion was made by Councilman Dillon, seconded by Councilman Gartman
and carried (Councilmembers Pinheiro and Velasco absent) to approve the minutes
of the Regular Council Meeting of June 16, 2003.
Oyao Property Motion was made by Councilman Velasco, seconded by Councilman Morales
Purchase and carried (Councilman Gartman voting no and Councilman Pinheiro absent) to
approve the Oyao Property Purchase Agreement Recommendations for the
Cultural Arts Center.
The Mayor adjourned the City Council meeting to conduct proceedings under
the Development Authorities of the City of Gilroy.
The Chairman called the meeting to order of the Community Development
Agency.
Roll Call
Present: Authoritymembers: Peter D. Arellano, Robert T. Dillon, Craig
Gartman, Charles S. Morales, Al Pinheiro, and Thomas W. Springer; Absent:
Authoritymember Roland Velasco - 7:28 p.m.
The staff report was noted and further explained by the City Attorney.
Res. 2003-01 Motion was made by Authoritymember Dillon, seconded by Authoritymember
Morales and carried (Authoritymember Pinheiro absent) to adopt Resolution No.
2003-01 clarifying provisions of the Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement forming
the Gilroy Public Facilities Finance Authority.
RESOLUTION NO. 2003-01
RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF GILROY CLARIFYING
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PROVISIONS OF THE JOINT EXERCISE OF POWERS AGREEMENT
FORMING THE GILROY PUBLIC FACILITIES FINANCE AUTHORITY.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 7th day of July, 2003, by the following vote;
AYES: AUTHORITYMEMBERS: ARELLANO, DILLON, GARTMAN,
MORALES, VELASCO, and SPRINGER
NOES: AUTHORITYMEMBERS: NONE
ABSENT: AUTHORITYMEMBERS: PINHEIRO
The Chairman adjourned the Community Development Agency meeting to
conduct proceedings under the Gilroy Public Facilities Financing Authority.
The Chairman called the meeting to order of the Gilroy Public Facilities
Financing Authority.
Roll Call Present: Authoritymembers: Peter D. Arellano, Robert T. Dillon, Craig
Gartman, Roland Velasco, and Thomas W. Springer; Absent: Authoritymembers
Charles S. Morales (arrived 7:33 p.m.) and Al Pinheiro - 7:31 p.m.
Res. 2003-02 Motion was made by Authoritymember Dillon, seconded by Authoritymember
Arellano and carried (Authoritymembers Morales and Pinheiro absent) to adopt
Resolution No. 2003-02 electing officers and appointing assistant to act in place of
Treasurer.
RESOLUTION NO. 2003-02
RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE GILROY PUBLIC
FACILITIES FINANCING AUTHORITY ELECTING OFFICERS AND
APPOINTING ASSIST ANT TO ACT IN PLACE OF TREASURER.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 7th day of July, 2003, by the following vote;
AYES: AUTHORITYMEMBERS: ARELLANO, DILLON, GARTMAN,
VELASCO, and SPRINGER
NOES: AUTHORITYMEMBERS: NONE
ABSENT: AUTHORITYMEMBERS: MORALES and PINHEIRO
The staff report was noted and further explained by the City Attorney. The Mayor
noted a change to the draft resolution to add a new Section 2.
Res. 2003-03 Motion was made by Authoritymember Dillon, seconded by Authoritymember
Gartman and carried (Authoritymember Pinheiro absent) to adopt Resolution No.
2003-03 amending Resolution No. 2003-01, "A Resolution of the Board of
Directors of the Gilroy Public Facilities Financing Authority Authorizing Delivery
and Sale of Auction Rate Certificates of Participation in the Principal Amount of
not to exceed $47,000,000 to Finance Construction of the 2003 Public Buildings
Project, and Approving Related Documents and Actions."
RESOLUTION NO. 2003-03
RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE GILROY PUBLIC
FACILITIES FINANCING AUTHORITY AMENDING RESOLUTION NO.
2003-01, "A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE
GILROY PUBLIC FACILITIES FINANCING AUTHORITY AUTHORIZING
DELIVERY AND SALE OF AUCTION RATE CERTIFICATES OF
PARTICIPATION IN THE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF NOT TO EXCEED
$47,000,000 TO FINANCE CONSTRUCTION OF THE 2003 PUBLIC
BUILDINGS PROJECT, AND APPROVING RELATED DOCUMENTS AND
ACTIONS."
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 7th day of July, 2003, by the following vote;
AYES: AUTHORITYMEMBERS: ARELLANO, DILLON, GARTMAN,
MORALES, VELASCO, and SPRINGER
NOES: AUTHORITYMEMBERS: NONE
ABSENT: AUTHORITYMEMBERS: PINHEIRO
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Roll Call
P&R Com.
Report
Pub.Hearing
Z 00-08
Pub.Hearing
A 00-01
Pub.Hearing
M 03-06
Pub.Hearing
Weeds
The Chairman adjourned the meeting of the Authority and reconvened the
meeting of the Gilroy City Council.
The Mayor called the meeting of the Gilroy City Council to order.
Present: Councilmembers: Peter D. Arellano, Robert T. Dillon, Craig
Gartman, Charles S. Morales, Roland Velasco, and Thomas W. Springer; Absent:
Councilmember Al Pinheiro - 7:35 p.m.
Phil Buchanan, member of the Parks and Recreation Commission, noted the
current members of the Commission. He commented on the naming of Dennis
DeBell Uvas Creek Park Preserve. He stated that they have completed the design
and review process for three new parks. He commented that they are working
with the veterans to establish a site to honor all veterans. He noted the naming
rights policy that they are working on. He stated that they are developing a non-
profit organization that will work with the Gilroy Foundation and the Foundation
of Silicon Valley. He noted that they are working on a logo for Community
Services. He commented that they are starting the infrastructure construction of
the Sports Park on Thomas Road. He explained that they are still studying
possibilities for a bicycle park location. He noted that they will be scheduling a
study session on street design and parkway strip widths. He commented that they
are looking forward to scheduling classes at the new middle school. He noted that
they were happy with this year's Kids Discover Arts Program.
The Mayor stated it was the time and place scheduled for a continued Public
Hearing on a Pre-zone request to RI-PUD and PF (Single Family Residential-
Planned Unit Development and Park-Public Facility), on property located at 850
Day Road. Glen Lorna Group, applicant, Z 00-08.
Motion was made by Councilman Arellano, seconded by Councilman" Morales
and carried (Councilman Pinheiro absent) to continue Z 00-08 to July 21,2003 at
the request of the applicant.
The Mayor stated it was the time and place scheduled for a continued Public
Hearing on an annexation request for 66.4 acres, located at 850 Day Road. Glen
Lorna Group, applicant, A 00-01.
Motion was made by Councilman Morales, seconded by Councilman Dillon
and carried (Councilman Pinheiro absent) to continue A 00-01 to July 21,2003 at
the request of the applicant.
The Mayor stated it was the time and place scheduled for a Public Hearing to
reaffirm the RDO Numerical Limits of Dwelling Units to be Permitted under the
requirements of the City of Gilroy's Residential Development Ordinance (RDO)
for the years 2004 through 2013, M 03-06.
The staff report was noted and further explained by the City Administrator.
The Mayor opened the Public Hearing. There being no comment from the
audience, the Mayor closed the Public Hearing.
Motion was made by Councilman Dillon, seconded by Councilman Morales
and carried (Councilman Pinheiro absent) to reaffirm the RDO Numerical Limits
for the years 2004 through 2013.
Motion was made by Councilman Dillon, seconded by Councilman Gartman
and carried (Councilman Pinheiro absent) to hold no RDO competition for 2003.
The Mayor stated it was the time and place scheduled for a Public Hearing on
Report and Assessments for Weeds and Refuse Abatement.
The staff report was noted and further explained by the City Administrator.
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The Mayor opened the Public Hearing. There being no comment from the
audience, the Mayor closed the Public Hearing.
Res. 2003-48 Motion was made by Councilman Dillon, seconded by Councilman Morales
and carried (Councilman Pinheiro absent) to adopt Resolution No. 2003-48
confirming the Report of the Chief of the Fire Department setting forth the
description of property, the owners thereof, and the cost of abating the nuisance
caused by the growing of weeds and accumulation of refuse in the City of Gilroy,
and providing that such cost shall constitute assessments against the respective
owners ofland.
RESOLUTION NO. 2003-48
RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GILROY
CONFIRMING THE REPORT OF THE CHIEF OF THE FIRE DEPARTMENT
SETTING FORTH THE DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY, THE OWNERS
THEREOF, AND THE COST OF ABATING THE NUISANCE CAUSED BY
THE GROWING OF WEEDS AND ACCUMULATION OF REFUSE IN THE
CITY OF GILROY, AND PROVIDING THAT SUCH COST SHALL
CONSTITUTE ASSESSMENTS AGAINST THE RESPECTIVE OWNERS OF
LAND.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 7th day of July, 2003, by the following vote;
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: ARELLANO, DILLON, GARTMAN,
MORALES, VELASCO, and SPRINGER
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: PINHEIRO
Pub.Hearing
Garbage
Liens
The Mayor stated it was the time and place scheduled for a Public Hearing to
consider placement ofliens for non-payment of charges for the collection of
garbage, rubbish and refuse in the City of Gilroy.
The staff report was noted and further explained by Finance Director Murphy.
The Mayor opened the Public Hearing.
Jim Gailey noted that he owns multiple rental properties in Gilroy. He noted
problems associated with this process.
Dave Vaughn, South Valley Disposal and Recycling, Inc., explained processes
that other cities use. He agreed that perhaps the City and SVDR can meet with
area property owners to resolve this issue.
The Mayor closed the Public Hearing.
Res. 2003-49 Motion was made by Councilman Velasco, seconded by Councilman Arellano
and carried (Councilman Pinheiro absent) to adopt Resolution No. 2003-49
regarding the imposition of a special assessment lien the costs of delinquent
garbage collection services for certain properties located in Gilroy, California, and
also to have staff set up a meeting between the City, South Valley Disposal and
Recycling, Inc., and property managers in Gilroy.
RESOLUTION NO. 2003-49
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GILROY
REGARDING THE IMPOSITION OF A SPECIAL ASSESSMENT LIEN THE
COSTS OF DELINQUENT GARBAGE COLLECTION SERVICES FOR
CERTAIN PROPERTIES LOCATED IN GILROY, CALIFORNIA.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 7th day of July, 2003, by the following vote;
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: ARELLANO, DILLON, GARTMAN,
MORALES, VELASCO, and SPRINGER
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: PINHEIRO
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Pub.Hearing
Maint.Dist.l
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 and
920 I-Gilroy Country Club Estates; Tract No. 8631-The Forest; Tract No. 8711,
8853 and 8854-Carriage Hills, and Tract No. 8962, 8963, 8964, 8965, 9087, 9155,
9156,9157, 9286, 9287, 9300, 9302, 9312 and 9365-Eagle Ridge), Fiscal Year
2003/2004.
The staff report was noted and further explained by the City Administrator.
The Mayor opened the Public Hearing. There being no comment, the Mayor
closed the Public Hearing.
The City Clerk noted for the record that two parcels protested the assessment.
Res. 2003-50 Motion was made by Councilman Morales, seconded by Councilman Dillon
and carried (Councilman Pinheiro absent) to adopt Resolution No. 2003-50
regarding Maintenance District No.1, 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 2003/2004.
RESOLUTION NO. 2003-50
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GILROY
REGARDING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO.1, 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
2003/2004.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 7th day of July, 2003, by the following vote;
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: ARELLANO, DILLON, GARTMAN,
MORALES, VELASCO, and SPRINGER
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: PINHEIRO
Councilman Velasco recused himself from discussion and vote on the next
three items due to his absence from the meeting when they were discussed,
stepped down from the dais, and left the Council Chambers.
Res. 2003-51 Motion was made by Councilman Morales, seconded by Councilman Dillon
and carried (Councilmembers Pinheiro and Velasco absent) to adopt Resolution
No. 2003-51 approving TM 02-12, a Tentative Map to subdivide an approximately
0.75 acre site into 5 Single-Family Residential lots located at the northwest corner
of Ronan Avenue and Taos Way, APN 790-16-048, Sherrell Kirk, applicant.
RESOLUTION NO. 2003-51
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GILROY
APPROVING TM 02-12, A TENTATIVE MAP TO SUBDIVIDE AN
APPROXIMATELY 0.75 ACRE SITE INTO 5 SINGLE-FAMILY
RESIDENTIAL LOTS LOCATED AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF
RONAN AVENUE AND T AOS WAY, APN 790-16-048, SHERRELL KIRK,
APPLICANT.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 7th day of July, 2003, by the following vote;
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: ARELLANO, DILLON, GARTMAN,
MORALES, and SPRINGER
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: PINHEIRO and VELASCO
Res. 2003-52 Motion was made by Councilman Dillon, seconded by Councilman Morales
and carried (Councilmembers Pinheiro and Velasco absent) to adopt Resolution
No. 2003-52 approving SPE 02-07, an application for a Small Project Exemption
from the Residential Development Ordinance, APN 790-17-011, Stewart Fahmy,
applicant.
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RESOLUTION NO. 2003-52
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GILROY
APPROVING SPE 02-07, AN APPLICATION FOR A SMALL PROJECT
EXEMPTION FROM THE RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE,
APN 790-17-011, STEWART FAHMY, APPLICANT.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 7th day of July, 2003, by the following vote;
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: ARELLANO, DILLON, GARTMAN,
MORALES, and SPRINGER
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: PINHEIRO and VELASCO
Res. 2003-53 Motion was made by Councilman Morales, seconded by Councilman Dillon
and carried (Councilmembers Pinheiro and Velasco absent) to adopt Resolution
No. 2003-53 approving A/S 03-17, an application for Architectural and Site
approval of a Planned Unit Development (PUD) for two new units at 520 and 530
Lewis Street in an existing PUD on approximately 1.68 acres, APN 841-53-068,
Alfonso Almeida, applicant.
RESOLUTION NO. 2003-53
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GILROY
APPROVING A/S 03-17, AN APPLICATION FOR ARCHITECTURAL AND
SITE APPROVAL OF A PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT (PUD) FOR TWO
NEW UNITS AT 520 AND 530 LEWIS STREET IN AN EXISTING PUD ON
APPROXIMATELY 1.68 ACRES, APN 841-53-068, ALFONSO ALMEIDA,
APPLICANT.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 7th day of July, 2003, by the following vote;
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: ARELLANO, DILLON, GARTMAN,
MORALES, and SPRINGER
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE
ABSENT:COUNCILMEMBERS: PINHEIRO and VELASCO
Councilman Velasco returned to his seat at the dais.
Sunrise Park
Master Plan
The Mayor noted a review of the Sunrise Park Master Plan.
The staff report was noted and further explained by the City Administrator,
Operations Services Manager Ruigh, Recreation Superintendent Bolin, and Lee
Steinmetz.
Brandon and Anne Marie Merrick stated that the design is unfair to the
residents in the area. He noted a safety issue regarding the Sprig Way entrance
ending into the parking lot. He asked that the parking lot be moved down, to
allow for a landscaping buffer in that area.
Motion was made by Councilman Velasco, seconded by Councilman Morales
and carried (Councilmembers Arellano and Pinheiro absent) to approve the
Mitigated Negative Declaration, finding that (a) it is completed in compliance with
CEQ A; (b) it reflects the independent judgment of the City, and ( c) there is no
substantial evidence that the project will have a significant effect on the
environment, with an amendment to the Negative Declaration to add Section 6 d.
to limit construction traffic in and out of the project to the north side from Sunrise
and Ohlone to Sprig Way.
Motion was made by Councilman Velasco, seconded by Councilman Morales
and carried (Councilmembers Arellano and Pinheiro absent) to approve the Sunrise
Park Master Plan in concept and direct staff to review the construction time frame
and financing of the recreation building to see if the construction could be
advanced.
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Joe Gamboa The Mayor noted a memorandum regarding the passing of Joe Gamboa,
Building Board of Appeals member and representative to the Advisory Council of
the Council on Aging.
Motion was made by Councilman Gartman, seconded by Councilman Dillon
and carried (Councilman Pinheiro absent) to include the opening for Building
Board of Appeals member in the upcoming recruitment/application period and
request that the Senior Advisory Board fill the Advisory Council of the Council on
Aging immediately.
Voting Delegate The Mayor noted a request for designation of voting delegate for the 2003
League Annual Conference.
Motion was made by Councilman Morales, seconded by Councilman Dillon
and carried (Councilman Pinheiro absent) to appoint Mayor Springer as the voting
delegate and Councilman Morales as the alternate voting delegate for the 2003
League Annual Conference.
The following informational items were noted with no separate discussion on
same:
Customer Service:
Letter to the Editor in the Gilroy Dispatch by Natalie Schnetzler regarding a
"Great start to Glenview Drive Neighborhood Association thanks to Gilroy's
dedicated public safety team";
Letter of thanks from Tracey Fry DeBell to Chris Orr and his staff for the
dedication in honor of Dennis DeBell on April 9,2003; and
Letter to the Editor in the Gilroy Dispatch by Jackie Mitchell regarding
"Handicapped children now have a beautiful blue-bucket swing to use at Miller and
Christmas Hill Parks".
Informational items:
City of Gilroy Investment Report dated May 2003;
Letter from Reid Lerner, AlA, President, Board of Directors, Gilroy
Downtown Development Corporation, noting that the Downtown Business
Association does not support or endorse the recently passed ordinance prohibiting
the establishment of certain uses in the central business district; and
Information on the LAFCO Final Budget for FY 2003-2004.
A& C Com.
5-13-03
The minutes of the Arts and Culture Commission meeting of May 13, 2003
were noted.
A& C Com.
6-10-03
The report of the Arts and Culture Commission meeting of June 10, 2003 was
noted.
Motion was made by Councilman Morales, seconded by Councilman Gartman
and carried (Councilman Pinheiro absent) to appoint Camille McCormack to the
Public Art Committee.
Gang Task Force The minutes of the Gilroy Gang Task Force meeting of May 6,2003 were
5-6-03 noted.
Library Com.
5-14-03
The minutes of the Library Commission meeting of May 14, 2003 were noted.
P&RCom.
5-20-03
The minutes ofthe Parks & Recreation Commission meeting of May 20, 2003
were noted.
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Sr.Adv.Bd.
5-19-03
The minutes of the Gilroy Senior Advisory Board meetings of April 21,
2003 and May 19, 2003 were noted.
Youth Com.
5-12-03
The minutes of the Gilroy Youth Commission meeting of May 12, 2003 were
noted.
Personnel Com. The minutes of the Personnel Commission meeting of April 14, 2003 were
4-14-03 noted.
Ag.Mit.Policy TF The report ofthe Agricultural Mitigation Policy Task Force meetings of April
4-23-03 23, May 14, and May 28,2003 were noted.
5-14-03
5-28-03
The City Administrator noted that staff will implement video streaming of City
Council and Planning Commission meetings in July, and hopefully by September
everyone on the Internet would be able to view meetings on-line. He noted that
Silicon Valley Joint Ventures has secured a grant to look at a shared vision ofEI
Camino and Monterey Street. He noted that a policy advisory group would be
made up and asked for a volunteer. He stated that he has received from Simon
Salinas information on the VT A southern gateway transportation six options. He
questioned whether there was any interest in making a recommendation, and the
Council agreed that they would wait until the program was complete. He
displayed a graphic of the new official City of Gilroy flag.
Utility District
The Mayor noted discussion and direction on consideration of a utility district.
The Council agreed to schedule a study session on this for October and to see
if any information or sessions are scheduled on this at the League conference in
September.
Councilman Gartman commended the Police and Fire and dispatchers, and
stated that they did an outstanding job on the Fourth of July.
Councilman Arellano expressed his sympathy to the family of Mr. Gamboa.
He questioned the Burbank case regarding prayers at Council meetings, and the
City Attorney noted that the cover page of the agenda had been modified due to
this case.
Councilman Morales gave his respects and condolences to the Gamboa family.
Councilman Dillon stated that he would like to agendize for the Council
retreat a discussion on non-Safe & Sane fireworks.
The Mayor echoed what others had said about Joe Gamboa.
The Mayor noted the following meetings/events:
*Meeting will be televised on Channel 17
JULY 2003
7 Study Session - Review ofEMD (Emergency Medical Dispatch) contract and
report by the Police Department on current activities - 6:00 p.m., City Council
Chambers
7*Regular City Council Meeting - 7:00 p.m., Gilroy City Council Chambers
8 SCRWA Meeting - 7:30 a.m., 1500 Southside Drive, Gilroy
8 Downtown Specific Plan Task Force Meeting - 6:00 p.m., Gilroy Senior
Center
9 Ag Mitigation Task Force -7:00 p.m., Gilroy Senior Center
14 Study Session - Residential Blight Ordinance and Business Improvement
District - 6:30 p.m., Gilroy City Council Chambers
15 Neighborhood District Task Force - 7:00 p.m., Gilroy City Council Chambers
21 Interviews - Youth Commission - 6:00 p.m., Gilroy City Council Chambers
21 *Regular City Council Meeting - 7:00 p.m., Gilroy City Council Chambers
l sus
Adjournment
22 SCRWA Meeting - 7:30 a.m., 1500 Southside Drive, Gilroy
23 Ag Mitigation Task Force - 7:00 p.m., Gilroy Senior Center
AUGUST 2003
4 Study Session - Police Facility - 6:00 p.m., Gilroy City Council Chambers
4*Regular City Council Meeting - 7:00 p.m., Gilroy City Council Chambers
12 SCRWA Meeting - 7:30 a.m., 1500 Southside Drive, Gilroy
12 Downtown Specific Plan Task Force Meeting - 6:00 p.m., Gilroy Senior
Center
13 Ag Mitigation Task Force - 7:00 p.m., Gilroy Senior Center
18*Regular City Council Meeting -7:00 p.m., City Council Chambers
(CANCELLED)
19 Neighborhood District Task Force - 7:00 p.m., Gilroy Senior Center
26 SCRW A Meeting - 7:30 a.m., 1500 Southside Drive, Gilroy
27 Ag Mitigation Task Force - 7:00 p.m., Gilroy Senior Center
SEPTEMBER 2003
2*Regular City Council Meeting - 7:00 p.m., Gilroy City Council Chambers
9 SCRW A Meeting - 7:30 a.m., 1500 Southside Drive, Gilroy (CANCELLED)
9 Downtown Specific Plan Task Force Meeting - 6:00 p.m., Gilroy Senior
Center
10 Ag Mitigation Task Force -7:00 p.m., Gilroy Senior Center
15*Regular City Council Meeting - 7:00 p.m., Gilroy City Council Chambers
16 Neighborhood District Task Force - 7:00 p.m., Gilroy City Council Chambers
22 Quarterly Workshop with the Gilroy Unified School Board -7:00 p.m., Gilroy
City Council Chambers
23 SCRWA Meeting - 7:30 a.m., 1500 Southside Drive, Gilroy
24 Ag Mitigation Task Force - 7:00 p.m., Gilroy Senior Center
29 Study Session - Master Plans Review - 6:00 p.m., Senior Center Meeting
Room
At 9:26 p.m. the Mayor adjourned the meeting to a closed session.
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(b):
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Number of Potential Cases: Two (Barberi-APN 808-21-016/
Gormly-APN 808-21-018)
At 9:36 p.m. the Mayor reconvened the meeting and announced that no action
had been taken in the Closed Session, and further adjourned the meeting in
memory of Joe Gamboa.
Respec!fully submitted,
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RHONDA PELLIN, CMC
City Clerk
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