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HomeMy WebLinkAbout02/20/1991 (2) Minutes of a Regular Meeting February 20, 1991 Town of Los Altos Hills City Council Meeting Wednesday, February 20, 1991, 7:15 P.M. Council Chambers, 26379 Fremont Road 1. CALL TO ORDER,ROLL CALL, AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Siegel called the Regular Meeting of the City Council to order at 7:25 p.m. in the Council Chambers at Town Hall. Present: Mayor Siegel and Councilmembers Casey, Hubbard, Johnson and Tryon. Absent: None Staff: Acting City Manager Richard DeLong; City Attorney Sandy Sloan; Director of Public Works Bill Ekem; Planning Consultant Margaret Netto and City Clerk Pat Dowd Press: Mary Fortney, Peninsula Times Tribune and Cristal Borlik, Los Altos Town Crier Mayor Siegel welcomed the new Acting City Manager, Richard DeLong who was the former City Manager of San Mateo, Mountain View and Milpitas. 2. APPOINTMENTS AND PRESENTATIONS 2.1 Presentation by Sherie McGumery, Human Relations Commission, on Mediation Services Ms. Sherie McGumery presented an overview of the mediation services offered by the Human Relations Commission. She noted that they handled 300-400 cases a month most of which dealt with barking dogs. They also did a lot of work with shelters, especially those for youths. Presently there was no charge for their services but this policy was being reviewed. Ms. McGumery also urged Council to support a bill which would increase filing fees. Hubbard noted that he had worked with this program in Mountain View and it was excellent. He urged Council to consider these services if needed by the Town. Council thanked Ms. McGumery for her presentation 2.2 Appointments to Town Standing Committees February 20, 1991 1 4111/ MOTION SECONDED AND CARRIED: Moved by Johnson, seconded by Tryon and passed unanimously to appoint Brad Lyman to the Pathways, Recreation and Parks Committee for a term of two years. 2.3 Presentation by Sun Country Cable John Dolan, Sun Country Cable, reported that the construction phase was complete and some areas had been recalculated regarding density. A report which had been prepared by Kathie Brinkman was distributed to Council which addressed the following issues: fixed price installations; field check installations and what was included in the initial hookup. Mr. Dolan also commented on franchise fees. Casey gave the example that on a $30 bill the franchise fee would be 5% or $1.50 for a total bill of $31.50. This is the way the company is now billing. The City Attorney has disputed this method of computation. The franchise fee of 5% is on gross earnings and is not separately computed such as a sales tax would be. Siegel suggested that the company show on the billing the total of the bill - for example $31.50 with a note that this total includes a franchise fee of 5% paid to the City. Mr. Dolan did not agree with the City Attorney but had agreed to follow her method of computation. He also inquired about the inspection fees for underground construction. They showed $20/mile in the franchise agreement but that was much different from what they were paying. Council asked staff for a report on this subject. Siegel also asked Mr. Dolan to send a letter to Council advising them formally when service would be �r available to all residents within the service area. (See paragraph 4 of Exhibit A of the franchise agreement.) It was also noted that the map at Town Hall was up-to-date on what streets had cable. Walter Starr, 13124 Byrd Lane, noted that his objection to having cable had apparently been raised at an earlier Council meeting as a result of a letter written by a neighbor and he wanted to explain his concerns to the Council. The proposed cable trench would pass within the drip line of nine oaks (possibly heritage oaks) and five of the nine trees were on his property. The California Oak Foundation recommended that no construction activity take place within the drip line of these trees. Mr. Stan did not understand how the Town could have a heritage tree ordinance and yet condone this trenching by Sun Country Cable. He also noted that he had never been contacted personally by Sun Country Cable. Brett Fontes, Sun Country Cable, stated that this was where existing utilities were but they were considering one other possibility. Siegel asked John Dolan to work with Mr. Starr and the Town Arborist on resolving this problem and to also include the Enviromental Design and Protection Committee. 2.4 Report from Edwina Comiso on CDBG Meeting February 20, 1991 2 Edwina Comiso reported that she had attended a CDBG Meeting and a flyer had been prepared for distribution from Town Hall and for the upcoming newsletter. She noted that this was a housing rehabilitation program with low interest loans and to date four applications had been received from residents with three approved and one pending. These loans were in the $30-35,000 range and the Town had been granted a total of $150,000. Concerning membership on the committee, Mrs. Comiso noted that there were two other Planning Commissioners from other cities. 3. PLANNING COMMISSION REPORT Planning Commissioner Comiso reported that the public hearings scheduled for the February 13, 1991 Planning Commission Meeting had been cancelled. 4. CONSENT CALENDAR Items Removed: 4.1 (Tryon) and 4.2 (Casey). Staff requested that item 4.3 be deleted as the tree had been removed by the owner. MOTION SECONDED AND CARRIED: Moved by Tryon, seconded by Siegel and passed unanimously to approve the balance of the Consent Calendar, specifically: 410, 4.4 Granted Encroachment Permit, Lands of Owen Companies, 13975 La Paloma Road Items Removed: 4.1 Approval of Minutes: February 6, 1991 Tryon asked that the minutes be discussed at the end of the meeting. Council concurred with this request. 4.2 Approval of Warrants: $54563.37 (2/1/91) $69,598.50 (2/15/91) Casey inquired about the charge for Records Systems Associates and was advised this was the Town's records management program. A status report would be provided for the Council's information. Hubbard inquired about the bill for General Services Agency and was advised this was for emergency communications. MOTION SECONDED AND CARRIED: Moved by Casey, seconded by Siegel and passed unanimously to approve the warrants for 2/1/91 $54,563.37 and for 2/15/91 $69,598.50. February 20, 1991 3 `r 5. PRESENTATIONS FROM THE FLOOR Mr. McCowen, representing Lands of Eshner, noted that both a friend of the Eshner family and David Packard had additional input to share regarding the public hearing on the conservation easement and he asked that the public hearing scheduled for this meeting be continued to March 6, 1991. Council concurred with this request. Mrs. Elayne Dauber, 27930 Roble Alto, presented an update on library issues. She noted that an architect had been selected for the expansion with construction scheduled to begin in September/October and completion scheduled for Summer of 1992. She also noted that the agreement had been entered into between Los Altos and the North County Library Authority and she would see that Council received a copy. Siegel expressed his concerns about this matter. It was his understanding that the Los Altos Hills Council would have an opportunity to provide input before any agreement was finalized. Mrs. Fran Stevenson, 26989 Beaver Lane, commented on the bike path along a section of Arastradero from La Cresta toward Palo Alto. It was extremely narrow and people generally stayed on the road which was quite dangerous. In response to an inquiry from Tryon, Mrs. Stevenson stated that she believed the path was signed. 6. PUBLIC HEARINGS 6.1 Appeal of Site Development Committee's Denial of Request for a Site Development Permit for a New Residence and Swimming Pool, Lands of Liu, 28635 Matadero Creek Lane Siegel stated that Council had two options before them. They could either determine that the proposed Liu house was low profile, prairie style and thus in conformance with the conditions of the subdivision or they could schedule public hearings for the Planning Commission and Council to consider changing the condition requiring prairie style. Councilmembers made the following disclosures: Tryon had spoken with Ken Pastrof and Pong Ng regarding the project and Hubbard had met with Ken Pastrof and Pong Ng on the property. Mr. Liu, applicant, explained to the Council that he and his wife had found the illir lot in the Matadero Creek Subdivision which they liked and they had February 20, 1 99 1 4 submitted plans to the Architectural Review Committee which had been 411, unanimously approved. These plans were submitted after they had looked at the house on Lot #18 which had the same condition for low profile, prairie style that their lot did and after their architect, Pong Ng, had spoken with Jim Viso, Chairman of the Architectural Review Committee, regarding "prairie style". When their project had gone before the Planning Commission the issue of "prairie style" had come up and they were now before Council. Mr. Liu stated that he was not an architect and he had asked many people what the prairie style of architecture was and they did not know. Mr. Liu also commented that only two houses in the subdivision had been designated for prairie style architecture; the rest could be other styles of architecture. He believed his house should be judged the same as the house for Lot #18 and fair judgement was needed. He had visited all of the neighbors and they all supported this house. He supported low profile, noted that the house was set in the low corner of the lot and believed this was an acceptable solution. Tryon referenced a letter Council had received from Marilyn Fogel on prairie style architecture. Tryon commented that the Matadero Creek Subdivision was to have been an example of harmonious styles fitting into the hills but clearly the intent seemed to have been lost over the years due to changes in administration and Council. Ken Pastrof, Land Analysis, commented that he had been active in the Town when the Matadero Creek Subdivision project was being worked on by the Town. He recalled the emphasis being on sensitivity to ridgelines, low profile house on the lots "such as" prairie but he does not recall how prairie became a condition. Mr. Pastrof noted that prairie style was also often used for office buildings. He noted that the height limit at that time was 30' and although it was now 27' Mr. Liu's house was even less than that. The proposed house was also 90' back from the edge of the roadway. Mr. Pastrof noted that when the lots in the Matadero Creek Subdivision were for sale the economic times were not good and many changes were made to the conditions to increase the sales. He asked that in the interest of fairness to Mr. Liu, the Council grant the same latitiude that had been granted to other owners in the subdivision. Marilyn Fogel, Chair - Educational Services for Frank Lloyd Wright's Hanna House, Stanford University, referenced the letter she had written the Council concerning Frank Lloyd Wright and "prairie style". She stated that the architect's intent was the integration of site and structure, the harmonious interrelation of nature and man-made buildings. In her letter she stated that prairie style architecture was more than a style of horizontals and massive central chimney. It enhanced the indigenous features of the terrain. It was a philosophy. haw February 20, 1991 5 pvPat Webb, Brian Kangas Foulk, stated that she was on Town Hall staff from 1979 to 1984 and did a lot of work on the conditions for the Matadero Creek Subdivision. As assistant planner she provided a lot of the technical analysis of the conditions for maximum floor area and maximum development area. There was considerable input from the neighbors on Via Ventana and the Town was attempting to preserve the meadow view by requiring low profile houses. She agreed that what Ken Pastrof said might be true regarding "such as" prairie style but not making it a condition. She recalled very little discussion as to what kind of houses were to go on the lots. She also stated that she was on staff when lot #18 came through and the emphasis was definitely on low profile. James Viso, Chairman, Architectural Review Committee - Matadero Creek Subdivision, commented that he was one of the original owners in the Matadero Creek Subdivision and had served on the Architectural Review Committee since its beginning. He and the committee took their responsibilities seriously and carefully studied the plans for each lot brought before them. Mr. Viso noted that three other sets of plans for Mr. Liu's lot had previously been submitted to the committee for review but had been turned down because they were not considered low profile. Mr. Viso highlighted the CC&Rs for the subdivision with particular emphasis on the duties and responsibilities of the Architectural Review Committee. He noted that none of the neighbors objected to the Liu project and he believed justice should be served. Council should either approve the request on the basis that prairie style was approved by the Architectural Reveiw Committee and concurred with by the neighbors or continue the request on the basis that it violates the subdivison map act and then change the map to delete the reference to prairie style in conditions for lots #16 and #18. Mr Pong Ng, applicant's architect, explained how he tried to design a house that was low profile and met the intent of the conditions. Tryon noted that she was interested in what the neighbors said regarding this project and also reiterated her suggestion that booklets and guidelines be made available to applicants. It was the responsibility of the Council to achieve low profile prairie style on this lot and while she believed horizontality was missing, she also believed it could be achieved. Minor modifications could be made to the proposed design or Council could grant an exception to the conditions. The City Attorney noted that the process was the same whether an exception was made or conditions were amended or removed. Public hearings February 20, 1991 6 would have to be held by both the Planning Commission and the City 1100 Council. Hubbard concurred with some of Tryon's comments. He took the subdivision restrictions seriously but intent was not a rigid requirement. He noted that there did appear to be architectural features which could make it more prairie but not dramatically change the design of the house. Casey commented on the integrity of the neighborhood and the agreement to the project by the neighbors. She saw no problems with the house as designed and reminded everyone that those who were around when the original conditions were written believed it to be a "such as" condition not specifically prairie style. She commented on the 24' height of the house instead of the 30' which was allowed at one time and also noted the siting of the house. She was prepared to approve the design as presented. Johnson had studied the issue of prairie style and had presented a written report to the Council. He commented on prairie style as being conceived in the environment in which it is built and in complete harmony with its surroundings. Johnson believed it was the intent of those writing the conditions that this house be prairie style but the house before them although not prairie style did fit into the subdivision and he believed should be allowed. He would consider allowing the applicant to build the house as presented if the conditions could be amended. Siegel concurred with Johnson. He believed it was unfortunate to have to go through all the procedures but they were unable to make findings for a low profile prairie style house. He would not oppose removing "prairie style" from the conditions for lots #16 and #18. Mr. Liu thanked Council for the manner in which the hearing had been held. He commented that they had purchased the lot 2 1/2 years ago and they had taken a lot of care in the design of the house. While he appreciated Tryon's suggestions for minor adjustments to the design, Mr. Liu stated that he would not mind waiting the 30 or 60 days needed to hold public hearings on the amendment to the conditions. Jim Viso, Chairman - Architectural Review Committee - Matadero Creek Subdivision, also thanked Council for the way in which the hearing had been conducted. He also mentioned Council might want to consider reviewing dause 22 in the CC&Rs regarding drainage. The Architectural Review Committee was not comfortable with the way it was presently worded. 4110, February 20, 1991 7 MOTION SECONDED AND CARRIED: Moved by Siegel, seconded by Tryon 11111/ and passed unanimously to direct the Planning Commission to hold a public hearing on the removal of the reference to "prairie style" for Lots #16 and #18 in the conditions for the Matadero Creek Subdivision and to simultaneously schedule a public hearing for Council to hear the same matter in an effort to handle this matter as expeditiously as possible. 6.2 Request to Vacate Conservation Easement, Lands of Eshner, Tract 4897 -- Reso #__ _ This item was continued to the March 6, 1991 Council Meeting at the request of the applicant. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 7.1 Completion of Magdalena/Blandor Drainage Project Jim Reed, 10779 Magdalena, noted that he had seen the report prepared by the Director of Public Works on this project and had concurred with the timetable he presented. James Piper, 10650 Magdalena, asked when the curbing would be fixed and the driveway widened. He was advised that the projects would be done when approved by Council. Mr. Piper also thanked Council for their work on this project. Casey stated that she was still concerned about the safety issue and was uncomfortable with the ditch. She did not believe that the neighbors' concerns had been met and also did not believe that the Town had handled the situation correctly. She wanted to have this project put in the budget process. Tryon shared the neighbors concerns but supported alternative two in the Director of Public Works report which stated that: Leave the project as constructed, but make minor alterations to allow better driveway access and minor creek improvements downstream. The cost of this is approximately $2,000 and no additional engineering is required. PASSED BY CONSENSUS: To request that when the drainage projects are reviewed during this year's budget process, the Magdalena/Blandor Drainage Project should be included. MOTION SECONDED AND CARRIED: Moved by Tryon, seconded by Siegel and passed unanimously to support alternative two which stated: Leave the project as constructed, but make minor alterations to allow better ` driveway access and minor creek improvements downstream. The cost of !r February 20, 1991 S illr this is approximately $2,000 and no additional engineering is required; and to schedule a re-examination of the project for October, 1991 7.2 Motion to Rescind 1/16/91 Council Decision Concerning Lands of Wong and Consideration of Request for Waiver of Fee MOTION SECONDED AND CARRIED: Moved by Johnson, seconded by Casey and passed by the following roll call vote to rescind the 1/16/91 Council decision concerning Lands of Wong. AYES: Mayor Siegel and Councilmembers Casey and Johnson NOES: Mayor Pro Tern Hubbard and Councilmember Tryon Casey commented that she had asked that this item be brought back before the Council as additional information was available on the monies paid by the Wongs. Tryon questioned the procedure and believed Council should be given the information before they were asked to rescind a vote. Johnson and Casey commented that the purpose of the fee was to pay for the actual work done. In this case the second variance application was essentially the same as the first and although no additional staff reports 41, had been prepared the applicant had been charged another $1,000. Hubbard stated that the purpose of fees was to cover Town-incurred costs. If the application was basically the same, then less work would be needed by the consultant and more money would be refunded to the applicant from the deposit. Mr. Wong, applicant, commented that they had applied for the same variance more than once because they had incurred delays due to personal reasons and also because they had been advised by the Planning Director to provide more information. He stated he did not understand why he had to pay $1,650 for the same variance. Tryon inquired about Mr. Wong's statement concerning staff recommending delays and the Director of Public Works explained that staff could not make the findings for a variance and the applicant was encouraged to spend the time to make the findings for his request. MOTION SECONDED AND CARRIED: Moved by Siegel, seconded by Tryon and passed by the following roll call vote to deny Mr. Wong's request for a fee waiver. AYES: Mayor Siegel and Councilmembers Hubbard, Johnson and Tryon NOES: Councilmember Casey February 20, 1 99 1 9 be' MOTION SECONDED AND CARRIED: Moved by Tryon, seconded by Johnson and passed by the following roll call vote to refund to Mr. Wong his original fee of $100. AYES: Councilmembers Casey, Johnson and Tryon NOES: Mayor Siegel and Mayor Pro Tern Hubbard 7.3 Letter from Julie Peacock Concerning Safety of Altamont Road PASSED BY CONSENSUS: To continue this item on the safety of Altamont Road to a future Council Meeting and to notify the residents on Altamont when it is on the agenda. In addition at the same meeting to hold a discussion of the transplanting of trees on Altamont. 7.4 Status Report on SB 169 Siegel referred to correspondence before them from the City of Cupertino regarding expenses incurred concerning the booking and/or other processing of persons arrested by employees of the cities, with the notation that the Sheriff Department deputies were not employees of the city. Therefore Cupertino was declining to pay the booking fees. Johnson commented that even non-contract cities were refusing to pay. MOTION SECONDED AND CARRIED: Moved by Siegel, seconded by Johnson and passed by the following roll call vote to withhold payment of booking fees until further notice by the Council. AYES: Mayor Siegel and Councilmembers Hubbard and Johnson NOES: Councilmembers Casey and Tryon Tryon stated that this issue had not been on the agenda and she requested that it be agendized if Council were considering taking such action on it. MOTION FAILED DUE TO LACK OF A SECOND: Moved by Tryon to agendize the issue of withholding payment of booking fees for the March 6th meeting. MOTION SECONDED AND CARRIED: Moved by Johnson, seconded by Tryon and passed unanimously to go past the 11:30 p.m. hour of adjournment. 8. NEW BUSINESS February 20, 1991 10 Sur 9. REPORTS FROM COMMITTEES, SUB-COMMTI FEES, AND COUNCILMEMBERS ON OUTSIDE AGENCIES 9.1 Report from Rebuilding/Building Out Sub-Committee Hubbard referred to the report from this sub-committee dated 1/18/90 which included their recommendations to the Council. PASSED BY CONSENSUS: To direct staff to prepare the documentation for implementation of the following: 1) definition of major remodel as construction where existing exterior walls or roof structure are removed in the remodeling process; 2) renaming "housing" and "addition" fee on building permit fee schedule to "housing/impact fee"; 3) "Housing/Impact Fee" should be charged on major remodel projects and additions as well as new construction; 4)"Bedroom" fee should be charged as appropriate for major remodels and additions as well as for new construction; and 5) building permit fee schedule should be "computerized" for quick, accurate and consistent fee calculation. In addition the City Attorney was directed to prepare an ordinance amendment which would include the word kir "legal" for non-conforming structures. It was further agreed that the following issues would be sent to the Planning Commission's attention for comment and a report: 1) What should or should not be included in the calculation for maximum development area? and 2) Review possible change to set back requirement to cave line. Siegel thanked Hubbard and his committeemembers for their report and noted that this sub-committee had now completed its task. 9.2 Report on the Byrne Preserve Walk-Around (Councilmember Casey, Councilmember Johnson and Barrie Freeman) Mayor Siegel noted that an adjourned regular meeting of the Council was scheduled for 6:00 p.m. on March 6th at which time the issue of pathways would be discussed. This report on the Byrne Preserve Walk-Around would be agendized for that meeting. Casey also reported that a large oak had fallen in the Byrne Preserve and someone had built a platform and appeared to be using the tree for various purposes. She suggested that Councilmembers go and look at the fallen tree but also urged that Council state that the platform should not be removed until Council has reviewed the situation. February 20, 1991 11 9.3 Update on Town Logo Sub-Committee 4111/ Casey noted that she and Councilmember Johnson had met and prepared a report on the Town Logo. They were asking for comments on the proposed suggestions for a new logo from Councilmembers by April 1st. 10. STAFF REPORTS 10.1 City Manager 10.1.1 Mid-Year Budget Review The Acting City Manager noted Council's request for a mid-year budget review. He suggested that rather than do a mid-year budget review, next year's budget process should begin. End of year adjustments could then be made rather than mid-year. He further commented that the budget was under control with the issue of solid waste needing to be addressed. 10.1.2 Letter from Mr. Fenn Casey thanked the Acting City Manager for his prompt reply to Mr. Fenn concerning the disposal of motor oil. lit 10.1.3 Site Development Booklet Tryon asked the status of the site development booklet which had been prepared by Martin Carpenter some time ago. 10.1.4 Road Right of Way Ordinance Tryon asked the status of the preparation of a draft ordinance on road right of ways. 10.2 City Attorney 10.3 City Clerk 10.3a Report on Council Correspondence dated 2/15/91 11. COUNCIL-INITIATED ITEMS 11.1 Appointment of Representative to the Urban Forestry Task Force Council took no action on this matter. 410, February 20, 1991 12 11.2 Request for Authorization for Planning Commissioners Edwina Comiso and Richard Jones to Attend the Planning Commission Institute, March 20-22 in Monterey MOTION SECONDED AND CARRIED: Moved by Casey,seconded by Hubbard and passed unanimously to authorize Planning Commissioners Edwina Comiso and Richard Jones to attend the Planning Commissioners Institute, March 20-22 in Monterey and also to ask recently appointed Planning Commissioner Rick Ellinger if he would be interested in attending. 11.3 Continued Discussion of Pathway Issues: Priorities, Status of Projects, Master Path Plan, Level of Maintenance, Committee Matters This item was continued to the March 6th adjourned regular meeting of the Council. 11.4 1991 Council Calendar (Mayor Siegel) PASSED BY CONSENSUS : To concur with the following calendar of dates for 1991 as proposed by the Mayor: 1) to complete the budget this year prior to the beginning of the fiscal year on July 1. This means the meetings in June would be primarily devoted to budget questions 2) reorganize the Council at the June 19 meeting and the new officers would take office on that date and 3) cancel Council meetings of August 7 and 21 so that vacation plans can be made. 11.5 Clarification by Council of Policy on Payment of Costs Incurred by Town in Respect Of Permit Appeals (Councilmember Johnson) Johnson stated that he did not think it was fair that applicants who had been granted permits be required to pay Town costs for processing and hearing appeals against those permits. He believed these costs should be paid by the Town. Casey concurred with Johnson's comments. Siegel, however, stated that a person does not have a permit until the appeal process is completed and Tryon asked for a staff report including ramifications of such a policy. It was suggested to use the Hau project as an example of costs incurred related to an appeal. It was agreed this matter would be agendized for a later meeting. 11.6 Method of Discussion of Site Development Ordinance in Relation to City Council, Planning Commission and Staff Prerogatives Regarding Architectural Design (Not a Full Discussion at this alor February 20, 1 99 1 13 Council Meeting — rather a decision whether to schedule a study session, hold a public hearing or appoint a sub-committee to address the issue) (Councilmember Casey) Casey commented that she did not understand why for example Lands of Finn had to go before the Council for a requested change from shiplap to stucco and Johnson noted that similar conditions on the property next door to him had been handled administratively. The Director of Public Works noted that Mr. Finn had appealed the administrative decision regarding his request for stucco to the Planning Commission. It was agreed to continue this item to the next meeting and Councilmember Casey would provide a memo on this to the Council. 11.7 Discussion of Consent Calendar Items (Councilmember Casey) Casey asked how the Council appeal of the Hansen project took place when the majority of the Council had concurred with the Planning Commission's approval of a modification of a conditional development permit and site development permit for the Hansen project. Tryon also commented that the appeal process needed to be reviewed and it was agreed the City Attorney would prepare a report on this subject. Casey also stated that she did not believe denials should go on the Consent Calendar and in addition applicants whose requests were being recommended by staff for denial should be called and advised their issue would be on a certain agenda to ascertain that they were available to attend the Council meeting. It was noted that this policy could be put in place if Council so desired but it would result in delays to the applicants due to • notification, posting and mailing deadlines of Council packets. MOTION FAILED DUE TO LACK OF A SECOND: Casey moved that denials not be placed on the Consent Calendar and applicants whose requests were being recommended by staff for denial should be called and advised their issue would be on a certain agenda to ascertain that they were available to attend the Council meeting. 11.8 T-2010 Preliminary Long Range Rail Corridors in Santa Clara County: Comments from Council (Councilmember Tryon) Tryon asked Councilmembers to let her know if they had any comments on the T-2010 preliminary long range rail corridors in Santa Clara County. hiros February 20, 1991 14 11.9 Planning Workshops Siegel noted that he had received notice of several planning workshops which sounded interesting, including one on design review and one on how to read plans. 11.10 Planning Commission Meeting - February 13, 1991 Tryon noted that she had attended the 2/13/91 Planning Commission Meeting and in addition to discussing photo montages they also discussed the possibility of scheduling a special meeting to discuss ridgelines. 11.11 Light Rail Tryon asked that the Sunnyvale/Mountain View Light Rail Issue be agendized for Council discussion. 11.12 Emergency Managers Association Tryon reported that the new Los Altos Fire Chief, Dick Landrum, had agreed to serve as the Town's representative on the Emergency Managers iir Association. 11.13 Mayne Tree Service Tryon commended Mayne Tree Service for the excellent job they did on the hertiage oak tree at Town Hall. 11.14 Town's Jurisdiction Over Other Local Agencies Tryon commented on the issue of the Town's jurisdiction over other local agencies and asked the City Attorney for a report. 11.15 Emergency Preparedness Council Tryon reported that an emergency preparedness exercise was scheduled for 9/26/91. 11.16 SB 76 Tryon asked the status of SB 76 and the Acting City Manager noted that hearings had taken place on this date and he would report to Council on the status of SB 76. hist February 20, 1 99 1 15 L 11.17 Sound Walls Tryon asked what if any action Council planned to take regarding the issue of the Jacksons' concerns regarding noise and their support of sound walls on 280. Council agreed to monitor the situation. 11.18 Minutes of February 6, 1991 Council Meeting PASSED BY CONSENSUS: To continue the minutes of the 2/6/91 Council Meeting to the next Council Meeting to include corrections made by Mayor regarding Lands of Hansen and comments made by Tryon regarding Bay 2020 proposal. 12. ADJOURNMENT There being no further new or old business to discuss, the meeting was adjourned at 12:25 a.m. to an Adjourned Regular Meeting at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 6, 1991. Respectfully su ted, lbw Patricia Dowd City Clerk The minutes of the February 20, 1991 Regular City Council Meeting were approved at the April 17, 1991 Council Meeting. February 20, 1991 16