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HomeMy WebLinkAbout09/30/1992 Minutes of an Adjourned Regular Meeting 4r September 30, 1992 Town of Los Altos Hills City Council Meeting Wednesday, September 30, 1992, 3:00 P.M. Council Chambers, 26379 Fremont Road 1. CALL TO ORDER, ROLL CALL, AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Tryon called the Regular Meeting of the City Council to order at 3:05 p.m. in the Council Chambers at Town Hall. Present: Mayor Tryon and Councilmembers Dauber, Hubbard, Johnson and Siegel Absent: None Staff: City Manager Les M. Jones, II, City Attorney Sandy Sloan, Director of Public Works Jeff Peterson, Town Planner Linda Niles and City Clerk Pat Dowd Press: David Wallace, Los Altos Town Crier; Laura Jacobson, Peninsula Times Tribune 2. CONSENT CALENDAR Item Removed: 2.1d) (Dauber) MOTION SECONDED AND CARRIED: Moved by Johnson, seconded by Hubbard and passed unanimously to approve the balance of the Consent Calendar, specifically: 2.1 Decided Not To Review the following Planning Commission Actions at Its Meeting on September 23 , 1992: 2.1a Lands of Ivy, 27281 Byrne Park Lane: request for a site development permit for a minor addition to an existing single family dwelling September 30, 1992 Adjourned Regular Meeting 1 ` 2.1b Lands of Allegra, 26721 Taaffe Road: request for a site development permit for a minor addition to an existing single family dwelling 2.k Lands of Chown, 13822 Page Mill Road: request for a site development permit for a secondary unit 2.1e Lands of Doran, 24920 La Loma Court: request for a site development permit for a major addition and driveway modification 2.2 Granted Request for Support of a Project Fit America Partnership between Bullis Purissima School and El Camino Hospital Item Removed: 2.1d Lands of Owen, 13930 La Paloma Road: request for a site development permit for a new residence and pool The Town Planner presented an overview of this project and Council discussed various aspects of the house including the driveway and roof. They also commented on the importance of diversity, the use of eaves and horizontal aspects when designing a home. The concern expressed was that with the individual ` homes being built on La Paloma by one contracter a subdivision was actually going in without the overall issues being addressed which are handled at the subdivision level. Bob Owen, applicant, commented on the roof and the fact that the neighbors did not have a problem with the two driveways. He also stated that the houses did not line up and diversity was also important to him. MOTION SECONDED AND CARRIED: Moved by Johnson, seconded by Hubbard and passed unanimously to decide not to review the request for a site development permit for a new residence and pool for Lands of Owen at 13930 La Paloma Road. 3. DISCUSSION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT FOR THE VIDOVICH GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT AND OTHER NEARY QUARRY ISSUES Council had before them background information on the Neary Quarry as well as reports from the Council Sub-Committee (Dauber and Siegel), These reports which are on file at Town Hall also included several recommendations concerning the September 30, 1992 41ir Adjourned Regular Meeting 2 proposed Vidovich General Plan Amendment, annexation to the Town of the quarry property and the possibility of a memorandum of understanding between the Town and the developer. It was noted that while the Neary Quarry was in the Town's Sphere of Influence, it had never been added to the Urban Service Area. Dauber believed that if the Town wanted to annex the quarry property, they should do it now. Hubbard believed that annexation was inevitable but at this time he recommended a development agreement between the County, developer and Town to facilitate the process. Siegel commented that annexation at this time would be a time-consuming burden on staff. Already staff time was being used as well as consultant's time (William Cotton) for which the Town was not being reimbursed and the Town would not be able to recoup any costs if the County was subdividing the property. Siegel also believed that a residential subdivision in the quarry was a good option -- better than having the old quarry back. However, this did not mean that he believed a lake should be included. Johnson suggested that the Council decide what end result they wanted. He thought if this decision was made, the various factors would fall into place. Council also discussed the issue of sewers for the property and noted that they did have control over this aspect of the project. Jean Struthers, 13690 Robleda, asked who was responsible for the quarry reclamation plan and also if it included restoring Hale Creek. Mrs. Struthers also noted that the trail system was very important. Siegel responded to Mrs. Struthers' question by saying that if the quarry was annexed to the Town, the Town would be in control of the reclamation plan. Further the City Attorney noted that two years ago she and the Director of Public Works, Bill Ekern, had asked the County if the Town annexed the property would the County be in a position to provide a contract for reclamation plan service. The County had indicated they were not interested in this option. On the subject of liability the City Attorney also commented that if the lake and road were private there would be no liability to the Town. On the other hand if the lake and road were public, the Town would be liable. Muriel Knudsen, 27992 Central, stated her concerns about sewers going through the preserve. She was not in favor of this. Captain Robert Wilson, Sheriff's Department, commented on the proposed lake and noted that this could prove to be dangerous attraction. September 30, 1992 Adjourned Regular Meeting 3 Stu Farwell, Assistant Los Altos Fire Chief, commented that the area had good street access. On the subject of the lake, he noted that although there was the danger of drownings, the water also provided a good supply in case of fire. Siegel suggested that a letter of understanding be prepared between the developer and the Town. Johnson did not agree with a development agreement but did concur with the suggestion of a letter of understanding (a series of mini agreements as issues were addresssed and agreed upon). Johnson believed the sub-committee could meet with the developer and the County to reach consensus on these agreements. Hubbard stated that he saw a lot of public input going into a development agreement and Dauber reiterated her question as to whether or not the Town wanted to annex this property. Tryon commented on the Town moving toward having this property developed in such a manner that it would be annexable. Johnson believed that if in the future agreement could be reached on the details of the project, such as the number of lots appropriate for the property under discussion, the Town would annex the land. Paul Hogan, Mr. Vidovich's representative, stated that they would be delighted to work with the Council sub-committee. Council discussed whether or not to change the Council sub-committee on this subject because of Councilmembers' travel plans and the upcoming meeting 41/ schedule on quarry issues but it was determined that it would be beneficial to keep the sub-committee the same (Dauber and Siegel). Council also asked that the City Manager contact Mr. Vidovich immediately requesting that they arrange a meeting on this issue as soon as possible. MOTION SECONDED AND CARRIED: Moved by Siegel, seconded by Johnson and passed unanimously to state that the Town of Los Altos Hills is opposed to the adoption by the County of Santa Clara of the Quarry Hills General Plan Amendment. It believes a residential subdivision of the quarry area should occur under the jurisdiction and in accordance with the regulations and standards of the Town. The Town is willing to negotiate with the owner, Mr. John Vidovich, a pre-annexation agreement setting forth major conditions for the subdivision and amendments to the reclamation plan. When such agreement is adopted, the Town will annex the property. 4. PRESENTATIONS FROM THE FLOOR September 30, 1992 (kw Adjourned Regular Meeting 4 411111, 5. ADJOURNMENT: There being no further new or old business to discuss, the City Council meeting adjourned at 5:10 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Patricia Dowd City Clerk The minutes of the September 30, 1992 Adjourned Regular City Council Meeting were approved at the October 21, 1992 City Council Meeting. 1 ` September 30, 1992 ir Adjourned Regular Meeting 5