20201102 Regular Meeting Minutes1
Citv of Gilrov
Citv Council Meeting Minutes
November 2, 2020
I. OPENING
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Call to Order
The meeting was called to order at 6:00 PM by Mayor Roland Velasco
1. Pledge of Allegiance
The pledge of allegiance was led by Council Member Tovar.
2. Invocation
There was none.
3. City Clerk's Report on Posting the Agenda
City Clerk Shawna Freels announced that the agenda had been posted on
October 28, 2020 at 3:30 p. m.
Attendee Name
Roland Velasco
Marie Blankley
Dion Bracco
Peter Leroe-Munoz
Carol Marques
Fred Tovar
Cat Tucker
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Mayor
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Orders of the Day
Mayor Velasco announced that Council Members were participating remotely
under the Governors Order and described the process of public comment.
He then suggested moving Item10B the RFP for Gilroy Gardens to be heard after
the General Plan public hearing.
The full Council agreed.
CEREMONIAL ITEMS
Proclamations, Awards, and Presentations
1. Certificates in Recognition of General Plan Advisory Committee
Members
Mayor Velasco presented highlights of the Committee's work and recognized
each of members, thanking them for their work.
2. Arbor Day Proclamation
Mayor Velasco read the proclamation.
PRESENTATIONS TO THE COUNCIL
There were no public comments on items not on the agenda.
REPORTS OF COUNCIL MEMBERS
Mayor Pro Tempore Tucker spoke on the CalTrain ridership drop.
Council Member Marques provided an update on the Ad Hoc Homeless
Committee.
Council Member Leroe-Munoz announced the appointment of a new Director of
the SVRIA and reported on the Water District grant program.
Mayor Velasco reported on his meeting with Gilroy Unified School District, and
reported on the County Officials meeting highlighting the increased voter turn out
and precautions being taken for election day. He went on to describe a potential
COVID 19 vaccine and rate of testing and concluded by thanking Council
candidates and reminded the public to get out and vote.
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V. FUTURE COUNCIL INITIATED AGENDA ITEMS
There were none.
VI. CONSENT CALENDAR (ROLL CALL VOTE)
RESULT: APPROVE [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Cat Tucker, Council Member
SECONDER: Peter Leroe-Munoz, Council Member
AYES: Velasco, Blankley, Bracco, Leroe-Munoz, Marques, Tovar, Tucker
A. Minutes of the October 19, 2020 Regular Meeting
B. Opening of the Valley Transportation Authority Bicycle Pedestrian
Advisory Committee Representative Seat Recruitment.
VII. BIDS AND PROPOSALS
There were none.
VIII. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. Consideration of the Adoption of the 2040 General Plan as a
Comprehensive Update of the Gilroy 2020 General Plan as Comprised of
Nine Elements Including Land Use, Transportation, Economic Prosperity,
Housing, Public Facilities and Services, Parks and Recreation, Natural and
Cultural Resources, Potential Hazards and Environmental Justice. The 2040
General Plan Also Incorporates the Requirements of the Gilroy Urban
Growth Boundary as Approved by the Voters in 2016. An Associated
Environmental Impact Report Will Also be Considered
The staff report was presented by Community Development Director Garner and
Senior Planner McCormick.
The public hearing was opened; there being no comments, it was then closed.
Mayor Velasco and Mayor Pro Tempore Tucker thanked Senior Planner Stan
Ketchum for his work managing the General Plan process.
Possible Action:
Certify that the environmental impact report for a comprehensive
replacement of the City's General Plan is adequate, and in compliance with
the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
RESULT:
APPROVE [UNANIMOUS]
SECONDER:
Fred Tovar, Council Member
MOVER:
Cat Tucker, Council Member
AYES:
Velasco, Blankley, Bracco, Leroe-Munoz, Marques, Tovar,
Tucker
Resolution 2020-71
With an amendment to the Economic Prosperity Element, Policy EP 7.5 to read:
Commercial Recreation: "Coordinate with private and non-profit organizations
regarding commercial recreational opportunities in the City of Gilroy, consistent
with Council Resolution 2020-56 supporting Gilroy as a Recreation Destination".
Possible Action:
Adopt a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Gilroy to adopt the
CEQA findings of fact and statement of overriding considerations with
respect to certain significant adverse environmental impacts identified in
the environmental impact report and mitigation monitoring and reporting
program for the Gilroy 2040 General Plan.
RESULT: APPROVE [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Cat Tucker, Council Member
SECONDER: Fred Tovar, Council Member
AYES: Velasco, Blankley, Bracco, Leroe-Munoz, Marques, Tovar,
Tucker
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Resolution 2020-72
With amendment to the Land Use Element description of open space to read:
OPEN SPACE (OS) "This designation is applied to areas where urban
development is either inappropriate or undesirable. Specifically, it is intended to
preserve and protect lands that are considered environmentally unsuitable for
development, including natural resource areas such as the Uvas Creek and
Llagas Creek corridors and the southwestern foothills and hazardous areas such
as fault zones and floodways. While some limited activities and structures may
be allowed, these are subject to site -specific environmental review and must be
limited in scope to ensure preservation of natural resources and protection of
public health and safety. For example, there maybe an opportunity to allow
public access to City -owned Open Space for limited activities, such as hiknig and
bicycling, in furtherance of City Council Resolution 2020-56, supporting Gilroy as
a Recreation Destination; however such activities would be subject to review
under the California Environmental Quality Act".
Possible Action:
Adopt a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Gilroy to adopt the
new Gilroy 2040 General Plan to replace the City's 2020 General Plan in its
entirety.
RESULT: APPROVE [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Cat Tucker, Council Member
SECONDER: Carol Marques, Council Member
AYES: Velasco, Blankley, Bracco, Leroe-Munoz, Marques, Tovar,
Tucker
X.B. Review of Draft Request for Proposal Document and Provide Direction for
the Potential Development on 536 Acres of City -owned Property Located
on Hecker Pass Highway, APN's 783-05-011; -012;-013;810-17-014;-015; -
021; -024; -025; -026; -029; 810-18-002; -010; -011; 801-19-005; -007; -010; -
011; -014
The staff report was presented by City Administrator Forbis.
There were no public comments.
Possible Action:
Review a draft request for proposals (RFP) document, provide input and
direct staff to issue an RFP for a potential Hecker Pass gateway tourism
and recreation development at Highway 152 and Rancho Vista Drive.
RESULT: APPROVE [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Marie Blankley, Council Member
SECONDER: Fred Tovar, Council Member
AYES: Velasco, Blankley, Bracco, Leroe-Munoz, Marques, Tovar,
Tucker
IX. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
A. Standing Report on Operational Impacts and City/Community Efforts
Related to the COVID-19 Pandemic
There was no report provided.
Possible Action:
Receive report.
X. INTRODUCTION OF NEW BUSINESS
A. Consideration of the Approval of Mills Act Agreements for a Property
Located at 7363 Monterey Road, Gilroy and a Property Located at 7511
Carmel Street, Gilroy (MA 20-01 & MA 20-02)
The staff report was introduced by Community Development Director Garner and
further presented by Senior Planner McCormick.
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There were no public comments.
Possible Action:
a) Approve a Mills Act agreement for a property located at 7363 Monterey
Road, Gilroy, and authorize the City Administrator to execute the
agreement and related documents.
RESULT: APPROVE [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Fred Tovar, Council Member
SECONDER: Peter Leroe-Murioz, Council Member
AYES: Velasco, Blankley, Bracco, Leroe-Munoz, Marques, Tovar,
Tucker
Possible Action:
b) Approve a Mills Act agreement for a property located at 7511 Carmel
Street, Gilroy, and authorize the City Administrator to execute the
agreement and related documents.
RESULT: APPROVE [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Fred Tovar, Council Member
SECONDER: Peter Leroe-Munoz, Council Member
AYES: Velasco, Blankley, Bracco, Leroe-Murioz, Marques, Tovar,
Tucker
C. Approval of an Exception to the CaIPERS 180-Day Waiting Period for Work
After Retirement for Joe Hall (Retired Annuitant) to Serve in an Extra Help
Position in the Finance Department
The staff report was presented by Human Resources Director McPhillips.
There were no public comments.
Possible Action:
Adopt a resolution 2020-73 of the City Council of the City of Gilroy
approving the exception to the CaIPERS 180-day wait period and
appointment of Joe Hall (retired annuitant) to an extra help position in the
finance department.
RESULT: APPROVE [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Fred Tovar, Council Member
SECONDER: Marie Blankley, Council Member
AYES: Velasco, Blankley, Bracco, Leroe-Munoz, Marques, Tovar,
Tucker
B. Consent of the Appointment of Karl Bjarke as Interim Public Works Director
(Retired Annuitant) Effective November 3, 2020 and Adoption of a
Resolution of the City Council of the City of Gilroy Approving the
Appointment and Employment Agreement
Possible Action:
a) Consent of the City Administrator's recommendation to appoint Karl
Bjarke as Interim Public Works Director (as a retired annuitant) effective
November 3, 2020.
RESULT: APPROVE [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Marie Blankley, Council Member
SECONDER: Cat Tucker, Council Member
AYES: Velasco, Blankley, Bracco, Leroe-Munoz, Marques, Tovar,
Tucker
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b) Adopt a Resolution 2020-74 of the City Council of the City of Gilroy
approving the appointment of Karl Bjarke as Interim Public Works
Director (Retired Annuitant) pursuant to California Government Code
Section 21221(h) and authorizing the City Administrator to execute the
employment agreement.
RESULT: APPROVE [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Marie Blankley, Council Member
AYES: Velasco, Blankley, Bracco, Leroe-Munoz, Marques, Tovar,
Tucker
XI. CITY ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORTS
There were none.
XII. CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORTS
There were none.
XIII. CLOSED SESSION
There was none.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 7:41 p.m.
City Clerk
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