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CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - June 21, 1977 4W LANDS OF BERGER, File #TM2058-77 (Cont'd): Councilman McReynolds also noted the lack of open space within the subdivision, and thought the tenor of the map was for a suburban, rather than a rural -type subdivision. He stated he felt that paths between adjacent parcels should be opened up more to accommodate the homeowner's privacy. During the discussions, it was also pointed out that the property in question was zoned "Open Space Preserve" on the General Plan diagram. Councilman McReynolds cited both the "Land Use" element and the "Circulation" element of the General Plan, stating that adequate trails and paths had not been provided in keeping with the Plan, nor its precepts for maintaining the rural atmosphere of the Town. Councilman Proft and Councilwoman Hillestad expressed concern for the proposed map'slack of conformance with the various elements of the General Plan; that pathways and trails were not adequately addressed; and Councilwoman Hillestad felt that the drainage concerns of neighbors on the other side of Fremont Road should also be taken into consideration at this time. In response to Councilman Cheney's nuns+i^ ^--'- _ " - Councilwoman Hillestad noted that d) June 21, 1977 (Adjourned Meeting): the summary of discussions ussions held durindid g threferencg the concernasheehadp of Land$ of Berger, )an, for Altadena Road. She requested that expressed with regard to future a uestion addressed when the see this q to the Planning Colalssion. the record reflect her request t0 developer submits a new map eyarding drainage and how it would gyne density of the subdivision, and his fear that a wall might be constructed around the property which would obstruct the view of the land. He also felt that there were too many pan -handle lots within the proposed subdivision. City Attorney Frank Gillio outlined the conditions under which the City Council could deny a tentative map under the Subdivision Map Act of the State of California. Councilman McReynolds moved, seconded by Councilman Proft, to deny the tentative map, LANDS OF BERGER, File #TM2058-77, without prejudice, on the basis that the density of the proposed subdivision was too intense; that the drainage was not handled in a way that was in keeping with the General Plan, and the Internal circulation of the subdivision was not in conformance with the requirements of the General Plan. Motion carried by the following roll call vote: AYE: Council Members Hillestad, McReynolds, Proft, Mayor Brown NO: Councilman Cheney ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None Mr. Gillio also related the procedures which were necessary under the law to consider possible revisions or amendment to the General Plan Diagram with regard to the designation of this property presently being zoned "Open Space Preserve." -2-