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SCHEDULED ITEM NO. 1: Little League Property cont'd.: Staff presented financial projection of the Land Acquisition Fund, noting that,with the purchase of the Little League property, the Land Acquisition Fund would reach a maximum estimated deficit of $47,400.00 between 7/1/72 and 4/1/73; that this deficit would be financed by borrowing from the General Fund, which would lower the estimated General Fund Nonrestricted Balance and the present $50,000.00 to an estimated minimum of $15,000.00. Staff noted the deficit in the Land Acquisition Fund would be eliminated by 7/1/78 and the purchase of Byrne Preserve and the Little League property completed. Council discussion ensued with Floor participation by: Gerald Ferrari, 25800 Altamont Road; Bob Ward, 12910 Robleda Road, Little League President; and Mrs. F. Olgiati, 25960 Vinedo Lane. Council requested City Attorney to determine if a "No Penalty Clause for Pre -payment" could be added to the lease purchase agreement. Council concurred Staff should pursue possible assistance by Crosby Founda- tion grant, which would be on a matching dollar basis. Council unanimously concurred that they were on record supporting only the Little League purchase, until Land Acquisition Fund commitments are amortized. SCHEDULED ITEM NO. 2: REPORT ON VARIOUS DISPOSAL MEANS FOR AGRICULTURAL CLIPPINGS. Communication from John S. Ewing, 27811 Lupine Road, suggesting the Town purchase small chippers to be rented. City Manager reviewed alternate disposal means, recommending residents make arrangements with the local garbage collection company or investigate private purchase of small chippers. Council discussion ensued, with Floor participation by Mrs. D. Miller and Mr. Frank Olgiati. Council requested Staff to check with local renting agencies to determine if small chippers would be made available for rent to Tann residents. SCHEDULED ITEM NO. 3: AUTHORIZATION FOR LEGAL ACTION TO DEFEND THE TOWN IN SUPERIOR COURT ACTION NO. P17408 (Adobe Creek Lodge). City Attorney noted Mr. David Bellucci had filed the above action seeking declaratory relief and an injunction to prevent enforcement of the Town's Zoning Ordinance. City Attorney recommended Mr. Faber L. Johnston, Jr. be authorized to defend the Town in the above action. MOTION, SECONDED AND CARRIED: Councilman Helgesson moved, seconded by Benson, that the City Council authorize Mr. Faber L. Johnston, Jr. to take all actions necessary to defend the Tann in the Santa Clara County Superior Court Action No. P17408, was carried unanimously by roll call vote. UNSCHEDULED ITEM NO. 1• HANSEN, PETER (V-338-69) - Request for reduction of side setback for tool house of 1712" to 12110"; and reduction of side setback for pool equipment house of 13' to 17' at 23660 Ravensbury Avenue. Staff report was presented noting the structures had been built without obtaining a building permit and that the Planning Commission recommended the variance be granted due to the fact that there were no objections from neighbors and no adjoining properties were adversely affected. -3-