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HomeMy WebLinkAbout09/03/1986 (2)*4. TOWN OF LOS ALTOS HILLS 26379 Fremont Road Los Altos Hills, California MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING Wednesday, September 3, 1986 cc: Reel 180, Tr. II, Side I, 108 -end, Tr. II, Side II, 001-874 Mayor van Tamelen called the Regular Meeting of the City Council to order at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers at Town Hall. A. ROLL CALL AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Present: Mayor van Tamelen and Councilmembers Dronkert, Fuhrman and Tryon Absent: Councilmember Rydell Staff: City Manager George Scarborough, City Attorney Frank Gillio, City Engineer Michael Enright, City Planner Nancy Lytle and City Clerk Pat Dowd Planning Comm: Luis Yanez Press: Jon Baker, San Jose Mercury; Mary Fortney, Peninsula Times Tribune B. CONSENT CALENDAR: Items Removed: B.1 (van Tamelen), B.3.d), e) and h) (City Manager), B.3g) (resident), B.3f) (Dronkert) MOTION SECONDED AND CARRIED: Moved by Tryon, seconded by Fuhrman and passed unanimously by all members present to approve the balance of the Consent Calendar, specifically: 1. Approval of Minutes: August 6, 1986 (Special Meeting) 2. Approval of Warrants: $ 8,921.64 (8/29/86) $63,021.06 (9/3/86) 3. Resolutions for Adoption: a) Resolution #125-86 setting the time and place of the meeting to consider adoption of a proposed appropria- tions limit for the 1986-87 fiscal year tAw b) Resolution #126-86 setting the time and place of public hearing on an application for a special land use permit (Lands of Prodromou, 14975 Page Mill Road - addition) C) Resolution #127-86 awarding a contract for the Purissima Road Bin Wall Repair (Johnson Western Gunite Company) 4. Proclamations: a) Expo E1 Camino Hospital - 25th Anniversary - September 7, 1986 b) Commemoration of the 60 years of excellence of the Mountain View High School and to honor those who made the school so special - the students, teachers, parents and staff 5. Actions of the Planning Commission: approved the following: a) LANDS OF PRODROMOUS, FILE CUP 38-85, 14975 Page Mill Road, request for approval of conditional use permit to allow a secondary dwelling unit C. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR: 1. Approval of Minutes: 8/6/86 Regular Meeting MOTION SECONDED AND CARRIED: Moved by Tryon, seconded by Fuhrman and passed unanimously by all members present to approve the minutes of the 8/6/86 regular meeting with the following amendments: page 3, Item F. add the following: 'Both of these properties involved secondary dwellings on large estates and al- though these applications did not meet the ordinances it was in the Town's interest to preserve the estates. The Planning Commis- sion will be looking into possible approaches.'; page 11, Item J.lc), add the following to the first paragraph: 'The possibility of using live oak or less urban trees was discussed.' 2. Resolution # approving and authorizing execution of an encroachment permit agreement between the City of the Town of Los Altos Hills and Robert and Anita Chen, 26879 Taaffe MOTION SECONDED AND CARRIED: Moved by Dronkert, seconded by Tryon and passed unanimously by all members present to continue this item to the next Council meeting for correction to the proposed resolution by the City Attorney's office. -2- -3- 3. Resolution # accepting an easement for an equestrian and pedestrian pathway on the Lands of Roscoe, 25431 Adobe Lane and ordering recordation thereof The City Engineer explained that the resolution before Council was only for a pathway easement deed. An additional document would be provided for Council at the next meeting. MOTION SECONDED AND CARRIED: Moved by Dronkert, seconded by Fuhrman and passed unanimously by all members present to adopt Resolution #128-86 accepting a certain pathway easement deed and to send a copy of Resolution #128-86 to the Pathway Committee. 4. Resolution # accepting certain improvements in con- nection with subdivision of Fawn Creek Court (Page Mill Road) Dr. Bavor, 13816 Page Mill Road, noted that his property was sur- rounded on three sides by the proposed development and he had concerns about the following: grading, drainage and privacy/safety. He recommended the following: fill be brought in and drop off leveled, pipe be installed from end of swale to road, and he be allowed to build a 6' opaque fence around his property and have the fees waived for this project. Mr. Bob Foulk, applicant, stated that he had worked with the Bavors on these concerns and they had agreed on ways to address the problems. Dr. Bavor, 13816 Page Mill Road, stated that he was willing to withdraw his protest based on the gentleman's agreement with Mr. Foulk that the problems would be addressed as they had discussed. Dr. Bavor did ask, however, that Council consider his request for a fence. MOTION SECONDED AND CARRIED: Moved by Dronkert, seconded by Tryon and passed unanimously by all members present to adopt Resolution #129-86 accepting certain improvements in connection with sub- division of Fawn Creek Court (Page Mill Road) MOTION SECONDED AND CARRIED: Moved by Dronkert, seconded by Fuhrman and passed unanimously by all members present to waive all fees for variance or encroachment permit process for Lands of Bavor, 13816 Page Mill Road, for a fence. 5. Resolution # accepting certain improvements in connection with the Lands of Calvo subdivision , 26201 Elena Road MOTION SECONDED AND CARRIED: Moved by Tryon, seconded by Fuhrman and passed unanimously by all members present to continue this item to the next meeting for review by the City Attorney. Mr. Fabian Garces, appliant's representative, noted that as there appeared to be a problem with the bond form submitted, he was willing to write a check for $1,100 to the Town so that this mat- -3- ter could be completed. Council accepted Mr. Garces check to the Town. MOTION SECONDED AND CARRIED: Moved by Tryon, seconded by Fuhrman 140, and passed unanimously by all members present to adopt Resolution #130-86 accepting certain improvements in connection with the Lands of Calvo subdivision, 26201 Elena Road. 6. Resolution #_awarding a contract for the Westwind Barn Roof Repair The City Manager reported that only one bid had been received for this project in the amount of $32,954. In view of this, he recom- mended that the bid be rejected and bids be called for again on this project. MOTION SECONDED AND CARRIED: Moved by Tryon, seconded by Dronkert and passed unanimously by all members present to reject the bid for the Westwind Barn Roof Repair project received from Ace Roof- ing Company. MOTION SECONDED AND CARRIED: Moved by Dronkert, seconded by Tryon and passed unanimously by all members present to adopt Resolution #131-86 ordering the performance of certain work (Westwind Barn Roof Repair). D. PRESENTATIONS FROM THE FLOOR: `. E. REPORT FROM THE PLANNING COMMISSION: Commissioner Yanez reported that at the 8/27/86 meeting the Planning Commission took the following actions: approved Lands of Prodromou, conditional use permit for secondary dwelling unit and site development permit; approved site development permit for Lands of Chantalat, 11682 Dawson Drive; discussion of administra- tive draft housing element - study session will be scheduled at a later date on this matter. F. PUBLIC HEARINGS: 1. LANDS OF TAM, 14297 Mountain Road, request for a spe- cial land use permit to allow for a new residence subject to or- dinance #300 The Town Planner presented her report dated 8/28/86 which in- cluded the Site Development Committee's recommendation that the City Council approve a special land use permit for the Lands of Tam based on the project's substantial conformance with the guidelines for Ordinance #300. Safwat Malek, applicant's representative, explained siting of the house, noting that the portion of the house that was two stories was under main roof of house and set far back. He further com- -4- mented that, in his opinion, the house was not different from the other homes in the area and he did not think it was very visible. too Mr. Tam, applicant, explained location of the house on the lot as indicated by the stakes on the property. Council had several concerns about the proposed project. Dronkert noted that the map did not reflect what was on the site. She also could not make the positive finding that the proposed application was consistent with the lot and the immediate neighborhood. Tryon noted the inadequate plan and the geologic concerns of the prop- erty. van Tamelen stated she could not support the application. There were special characteristics of the site and the proposed house was very visible and not sensitively done. MOTION SECONDED AND CARRIED: Moved by Dronkert, seconded by Fuhrman and passed by all members present to deny a special land use permit for the Lands of Tam, 14297 Saddle Mountain Road 2. LANDS OF WUBBELS, 13831 LaPaloma, request for a spe- cial land use permit to allow for a new residence subject to or- dinance #300 The Town Planner referred to her 8/28/86 report which included the recommendation from the Site Development Committee that the Council approve a special land use permit for Lands of Wubbels based on the project's conformance with the guidelines for Or- dinance #300. The report also included a brief history of the proposed project beginning in August of 1985 with the first sub - 40 mittal and a summary of the various reapplications and revisions made by the applicant. Mr. and Mrs. John Glathe, 13801 La Paloma, Mr. John Coovert, Jr. 26208 Maurer Lane and Carol Seeds, 13944 Fremont Pines Lane, each addressed the Council in opposition to the Wubbels' application. They stated the project was not in conformance with their neigh- borhood, would reduce their property values, was an invasion of their privacy, was not in keeping with the rural character of the Town, and was too large a house for a flag lot. Mrs. Sandra Tanaka, 26020 Newbridge Road, stated that residents pay for their lots and have a right to build. She could not be- lieve the application before Council had actually begun over a year ago. She felt the neighbors had a right to input but should not be able to deny a neighboring resident to build. Mr. Wubbels, applicant, explained that in the process of their applications many modifications and revisions had been made. He felt that the concerns of the neighbors had been addressed and the project before Council reflected a sensitive approach. Mr. Wubbels further noted that they planned to have the landscaping in before they moved in to the house. Council discussed the proposal before them and noted that not only had the applicant made many revisions to his original pro- -5- ject, he was also now well below the amount of development that he was allowed on his lot. kw MOTION SECONDED AND CARRIED: Moved by Dronkert, seconded by Tryon and passed unanimously by all members present to grant a special land use permit for the Lands of Wubbels, 13831 LaPaloma, based on the project's conformance with the guidelines for Ordinance #300 with the stipulation that the landscaping as approved by the Site Development Committee be installed prior to the final in- spection. 3. LANDS OF CARNEGHI, Lot #6, Berry Hill Court, request for a special land use permit to allow for a new residence sub- ject to Ordinance #300. The Town Planner referred to her staff report dated 8/28/86 which included the recommendation from the Site Development Committee that Council grant a special land use permit based on the pro- ject's substantial conformance with the guidelines for Ordinance #300. Alan Lambert, applicant's representative, questioned a condition of the Site Development Committee regarding subdivision improve- ments but it was agreed that if they were not completed by the time of occupancy, he could return to the Council at that time. Mr. Lambert also noted that the roofing would be a type of fire retardant materials. Dronkert requested that the Site Development Committee letters be changed to state 'recommend' not 'suggest' fire retardant roof- ing. MOTION SECONDED AND CARRIED: Moved by Dronkert, seconded by Fuhrman and passed unanimously by all members present to grant a Special Land Use Permit for Lands of Carneghi based on the pro- ject's substantial conformance with the guidelines for Ordinance #300. 4. LANDS OF LALONDE, 13770 Robleda Road, request for a special land use permit to allow for an addition subject to Or- dinance #300. The Town Planner presented her staff report dated 8/28/86 which included the recommendation from the Site Development Committee that a special land use permit be granted based on the project's conformance with the guidelines for Ordinance #300. Mr. LaLonde, applicant, stated that he was available if the Coun- cil had any questions. MOTION SECONDED AND CARRIED: Moved by Tryon, seconded by Fuhrman and passed unanimously by all members present to grant a special land use permit for Lands of LaLonde based on the project's con- formance with the guidelines for Ordinance #300. G. OLD BUSINESS: 1. Ordinance # of the City of the Town of Los Altos Hills amending the Los Altos Hills Municipal Code by amending the text of Chapter 1 of Title 10 of the Los Altos Hills Municipal Code entitled 'Zoning Law of the Town of Los Altos Hills' regulating the use of buildings, structures and land; the loca- tion, height, bulk, number of stories of buildings and structures; the size and use of lots, yards, courts and other open spaces; the percentage of a lot which may be occupied by a building or structure; intensity of land use; establishing re- quirements for off-street parking and building setback lines; and providing for the division of the Town into zones and amending Section 9-1604 of Chapter 1 of Title 9 of the Los Altos Hills Municipal Code entitled 'Subdivisions;' and amending Sections 10- 2.301, 10-2.1303 and 10-2.1309 of Chapter 2 of Title 10 of the Los Altos Hills Municipal Code entitled 'Site Development;' and repealing Ordinance Nos. 292, 295 and 300 (SECOND READING) Mr. James Carter, 13975 LaPaloma, asked for a brief overview of the ordinance and asked if it had any effect on setbacks. Mr. Ray Rossi, 24777 Nicole Lane, asked for clarification of 'underground'. Mr. Don Schmickrath, 12510 Barley Hill Road, ex- pressed concern that the public was not knowledgeable about the ordinance. In his opinion, it reduced the size of homes and prop- erty values. Mr. Garth Pickett, 24555 Bella Ladera, stated that his pool application would be adversely affected by the new zoning ordinance. He also felt that his property value was adver- sely affected. Mr. Pickett stated that he did not want to build his pool until his son was older but now he would not be able to build it as the new zoning ordinance will not allow it on his property. Mrs. Joyce Clark, 12544 Corbetta Lane, stated she had lived in the Hills for 13 years and she strongly felt that the new zoning ordinance reduced property values. In her opinion the special land use permit was difficult to understand and the Site Development Ordinance allowed the Town to approve or deny ap- plications on a subjective basis. Mrs. Clark further stated that she did not feel the Town could legislate beauty or aesthetic taste. Mr. Guy Pang, 12025 Moody Springs Court, asked if the graph would be part of the ordinance. It was noted that it would not but would be available at Town Hall as a handout. Mr. Marc Kaufman, Planning Commissioner, stated that on balance the or- dinance was going in the right direction although some issues like the maximum development area still needed to be addressed. Planning Commission Yanez asked for clarification of the action regarding applications already on file. The City Manager and City Attorney will report back on this at the next meeting. PASSED BY CONSENSUS: To make the following two minor modifica- tions to the ordinance: page 11, Section 10-1.305(a) delete both references to 'or alley'; page 20, first paragraph, change to t 'aesthetic impact on neighboring. . . -7- MOTION SECONDED AND CARRIED: Moved by Dronkert, seconded by Fuhrman and passed unanimously by all members present to waive 4W further reading of ordinance. MOTION SECONDED AND CARRIED: Moved by Dronkert, seconded by van Tamelen and passed by the following roll call vote to adopt Or- dinance #305 amending the text of Chapter 1 of Title 10 of the Los Altos Hills Municipal Code entitled 'Zoning Law of the Town of Los Altos Hills, amending Section 9-1604 of Chapter 1 of Title 9 entitled 'Subdivisions', and amending Sections 10-2.301, 10- 2.1303 and 10-2.1309 of Chapter 2 of Title 10 entitled 'Site De- velopment' AYES: Mayor van Tamelen and Councilmembers Dronkert and Fuhrman NOES: None ABSENT: Councilmember Rydell ABSTAIN: Mayor Pro Tem Tryon Tryon stated that while many communities were far more restric- tive she had serious concerns about the ordinance before the Council specifically regarding maximum development area. She urged public input on this subject. MOTION SECONDED AND CARRIED: Moved by Dronkert, seconded by Tryon and passed unanimously by all members present to appoint a sub- committee of two Councilmembers, two Planning Commissioners and an appropriate staff member to review the ordinance for certain inconsistencies, to receive public input and to make a recom- mendation to the Council regarding the issue of maximum develop- ment area. PASSED BY CONSENSUS: To appoint Councilmember Dronkert chair of the subcommittee, to appoint Mayor Pro Tem Tryon as a member of the subcommittee, and to direct the City Clerk to send a letter to the Chairman of the Planning Commission requesting that he ap- point two Commissioners to the sub -committee. 2. Ordinance # amending Title 6 of the Los Altos Hills Municipal Code entitled 'Sanitation and Health' by adding thereto Chapter 5 entitled 'Nuisances' (SECOND READING) Mr. James Carter, 13579 LaPaloma, commented that his lifestyle included several items of farming equipment which were stored on his property. In view of this, he had personal concerns about what would be affected by the ordinance before Council. Mrs. Marc Kaufman, 14100 Donelson, asked what the mechanism would be if the Town were in violation of the nuisance ordinance? The Council responded they would review the case but Mrs. Kaufman suggested that more appropriately there should be an outside me- chanism for review to avoid conflict of interest. Council had several questions concerning the ordinance including ihw maintenance of property, sculptures, decorative items. In addi- tion they felt that more public input was needed on this impor- tant matter. MOTION SECONDED AND CARRIED: Moved by Tryon, seconded by Dronkert and passed unanimously to waive further reading of ordinance. PASSED BY CONSENSUS: To schedule a special meeting for 4:00 p.m on Thursday, September 18, 1986 to hold a public hearing/study session on the proposed nuisance ordinance. The City Manager requested that Council comments on this subject be submitted in writing for comment at the special meeting. 3. Ordinance # amending Title 5 of the Los Altos Hills Municipal Code by adding thereto Chapter 7 entitled 'Construction of Buildings and Structures' regulating hours of work (FIRST READING) MOTION SECONDED AND CARRIED: Moved by Tryon, seconded by Dronkert and passed unanimously by all members present to waive further reading of ordinance. PASSED BY CONSENSUS: To make the following modifications to the ordinance: Section 5-702 . on any building, structure or project using equipment such as pneumatic hammer, derrick, steam or electric hoist, backhoe, bulldozer, dumptruck or other con- struction type device, between the hours of 6:00 p.m. of one day and 8:00 a.m. of the next succeeding day, except on Saturdays L which would be 9:00 a.m. . ' Section 5-7.03 'Homeowners who undertake. . .between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and sunset Mon- day through Friday or between 9:00 a.m. and sunset. . . un- dertaken by the homeowner himself.' MOTION SECONDED AND CARRIED: Moved by Tryon, seconded by Dronkert and passed by the following roll call vote to introduce Ordinance amending Title 5 by adding thereto Chapter 7 entitled 'construction of buildings and structures' regulating hours of work. AYES: Mayor van Tamelen and Councilmembers Dronkert and Tryon NOES: Councilmember Fuhrman ABSENT: Councilmember Rydell 4. Status Report on Lands of Fenwick - fire road The City Engineer's status report included the various options discussed for reducing the construction costs of the emergency access road. The report also noted that the original bid for this project needs to be adjusted because of an omission of the fenc- ing and an error in measuring the length. The new bid will be approximately $22,500 with the Town's share about $7,500. MOTION SECONDED AND CARRIED: Moved by Dronkert, seconded by LW Fuhrman and passed unanimously by all members present to author- ize completion of the emergency access road on Lands of Fenwick at the increased cost and to direct the City Manager to return with a budget amendment reflecting this change. 5. Lands of Babayan, Atherton Court, request for reconsideration of Council decisions regarding development of property at the August 6, 1986 Council Meeting. Mayor Pro Tem Tryon stepped down due to a possible conflict of interest. Dronkert stated for the record that the Council had given a great deal of consideration and time to the issue of development on the Babayan property. She did not feel that the penalty was too high and noted that the landscaping would be reviewed at the ap- propriate time. Dronkert further noted that the request for reconsideration had come not from the owner, Mr. Babayan, but from the builder, Mr. Sinsley. In conclusion, Dronkert stated that it seemed fair to her to require that a builder be required to build what he is supposed to build. MOTION SECONDED AND CARRIED: Moved by Dronkert, seconded by Fuhrman and unanimously by all members present to deny the re- quest to reconsider Council decisions regarding development of property on Atherton Court, Lands of Babayan. Mayor Pro Tem Tryon returned to her place on the Council for the remainder of the items for discussion. MOTION SECONDED AND CARRIED: Moved by Tryon, seconded by Fuhrman and passed unanimously by all members present to go past the hour of adjournment. G. NEW BUSINESS• 1. Lands of Haeckl, Lot #25, Blandor Way - request for exception to septic system requirement The City Engineer referred to his report dated 8/28/86 which in- cluded the background information that the Health Department had agreed to an exception from the Town's minimum standards for Lot #25, Blandor Way after an additional review of the property. Mr. Takomoto, applicant's representative, explained that the drainfield did not follow the contours. Mr. Haeckl, applicant, stated that he was not concerned about signing an agreement with the Town because he had carefully studied and investigated the problem and he was quite sure he would not have to move the pool. MOTION SECONDED AND CARRIED: Moved by Tryon, seconded by Fuhrman and passed unanimously by all members present to grant an excep- tion to the minimum expansion area requirement for Lot #25, Blandor Way, subject to the following conditions: 1) Applicant LW shall enter into an agreement with the Town. Said agreement shall -10- be recorded and 'run with the land'. The applicant will agree to either: a) Connect to a public sanitary sewer system; or b) pro- vide additional drainfield area by removing the pools and decking; in the event that the Health Department determines that the septic system is failing.; 2) Applicant shall construct the septic system and drainfield in conformance with the plans dated 'received, August 14, 1986' and approved by the Health Department on July 31, 1986.; and 3) applicant shall reimburse Town for the Town's costs incurred in preparing and recording the agreement. 2. Resignations of Councilmembers Fuhrman and Rydell and consideration of election or appointment Council noted that Councilmember Fuhrman had submitted her resig- nation from the Council, effective September 15, 1986 and Coun- cilmember Rydell had submitted his resignation effective October 31, 1986. Council discussed election or appointment to fill these vacan- cies. Dronkert referred to the City Attorney's opinion dated 2/14/86 which stated that if the City Council appointed a person then that person would take office and serve exactly as if he or she had been elected at a municipal election. Dronkert noted this opinion as several of the newspaper reports on this subject had been incorrect. *who had filed for election (AMENDED BY COUNCIL 9/17/86) Councilmember Fuhrman stepped down from consideration of this item. MOTION SECONDED AND CARRIED: Moved by Dronkert, seconded by Tryon and passed unanimously by all members present to adopt the policy that when vacancies occurred on the Council, these vacancies would be filled by appointment. Council stated the following findings in determining this policy: As elected officials of the Town and representatives of the people, it was difficult to jus- tify an expenditure of approximately $8,000 to hold a Special Election in March of 1987 for a term of only one year. It was also difficult to justify working with only a three member Coun- cil for the next seven months; it was difficult to adequately fill the roll of the Council. PASSED BY CONSENSUS: To issue a press release stating that anyone interested in appointment should submit a letter to the Council stating their interest and experience. The press release would also note that the highest priority would be given to residents who had shown interest and involvement in Town government and who had knowledge of the Town's laws and procedures. A Special Meet- ing of the Council will be held on Monday, September 29, 1986 at 4:00 p.m. to conduct interviews; appointment will be made at the October 1, 1986 Council Meeting and the new Councilmember will be seated at the second meeting in October. Councilmember Fuhrman returned to her seat on the Council for the g remainer of items on the agenda. -11- H. OTHER BUSINESS: .� 1. Reports from Standing Committees: a) Community Relations Committee Council noted that in the report dated 8/1/86 from the Community Relations Committee they had requested Council comments on a draft statement on discussion forums. It was agreed that the City Clerk would report back to the Committee with the Council com- ments. Council also requested from the Community Relations Com- mittee an update on the welcoming procedure for new residents. Regarding the dedication of the Heritage House, it was agreed Los Altos Councilmember Jane Reed would be contacted for information on obtaining a beer permit for the day. b) Environmental Design and Protection Committee Dronkert reported on the following two reports from the Environ- mental Design and Protection Committee: 1) Explanation of Or- dinances to residents. The Committee recommended, for better un- derstanding of the Town's ordinances, that summaries of some of the new ordinances be put in the Town Newsletter. The Committee also recommended that the danger of pedestrian crossing at vari- ous places along E1 Monte be reviewed by the Council and/or Safety Committee. PASSED BY CONSENSUS: To send recommendation for summaries of or- dinances to Chairman of the Town Newsletter and ask him to work with Nancy Lytle and Lori Scott on writing up said summaries. To refer the recommendation that the pedestrian crossings at various places on E1 Monte be reviewed to the Safety Committee and ask if they have any proposals on the subject. 2. Reports from Ad Hoc Committees: I. STAFF REPORTS: 1. City Manager: a) Five -Year Capital Improvement Program MOTION SECONDED AND CARRIED: Moved by Tryon, seconded by Dronkert and passed unanimously to direct City Attorney to prepare resolu- tion adopting the five year capital improvement budget after the review by the Roads and Drainage Committee of the City Manager's report dated 7/30/86. b) Urban Service Area The City Manager referred to his 8/15/86 report which gave an overview of the procedure involved for amendment of the Urban Service Area. Council thanked the City Manager for his report but -12- took no action at this time. Tryon did note that she had con- cerns about certain areas in the Town that did not show as part L of the Town's Urban Service Area. It was agreed Mayor Pro Tem ` Tryon could review the Town files on the subject. C) Analysis and recommendation on landscape maintenance guarantees PASSED BY CONSENSUS: To refer the City Manager's report on landscape maintenance dated 8/29/86 to the Environmental Design and Protection Committee for their comments. Dronkert as the liaison to this committee agreed to take the Manager's report to the committee. d) Report on Town Mailing Procedure Council thanked the City Manager for his report dated 8/29/86 on the subject of the Town Mailing Procedure. e) Housing Element It was noted that a Study Session would be scheduled on the Hous- ing Element. The Study Session will include chairmen of the com- mittees, Planning Commission, staff and City Attorney. It was suggested notice of this study session be placed in the next Town Newsletter. 2. City Attorney: The City Attorney noted that at the next meeting he would have a report on 'the City of the Town of Los Altos Hills'. 3. City Clerk: Report on Council Correspondence Council requested a report at the next meeting of the two letters sent regarding appeal process (Lands of Scarff and Lands of Handley). The City Clerk was asked to send a letter to Mr. and Mrs. Stone in response to their request for repair of Radcliffe Lane that public funds could not be used for maintenance of private roads. 4. Council Business: a) Designation of Voting Delegate for League of California Cities Annual Conference MOTION SECONDED AND CARRIED: Moved by Tryon, seconded by Fuhrman and passed unanimously by all members present to designate van Tamelen as the Voting Delegate to the League Conference and to authorize van Tamelen to attend said conference. b) Request for support of Major League Baseball -13- Respectfully submitted, Patricia Dowd, City Clerk -14- Stadium in San Jose PASSED BY CONSENSUS: If it is determined by the major cities that it is in the best interest of the citizens of San Jose and Santa Clara Counties to build a major league baseball stadium, Los Altos Hills would support the concept and request to be kept in- formed. c) Set Date for Orientation Day An Orientation Day was scheduled for Thursday, November 13, 1986 at 4:00 p.m. d) Exhibit Curator Position MOTION SECONDED AND CARRIED: Moved by Dronkert, seconded by Tryon and passed unanimously by all members present to reappoint Mar- jorie Kellogg as the Town's Exhibit Curator for a term of two years. e) VanTrans and Los Altos Senior Coordinating Council Dronkert requested that the City Clerk send Alma Wood a thank you letter for her recent report on the Los Altos Senior Coordinating Council and VanTrans. Dronkert also asked again that if any Coun- cilmember was interested in attending the Los Altos Senior Coor- dinating Council, they should let her know. f) California Water Service Company - billing Tryon noted that California Water had started billing Los Altos Hills residents with a Los Altos address, using the nine -digit zip code. It was agreed California Water would be asked what their policy was concerning service addresses and when the in- formation was obtained from them, Mayor Pro Tem Tryon would send a letter to them on the subject. K. ADJOURNMENT There being no further new or old business to discuss, the City Council adjourned at 1:15 a.m. Respectfully submitted, Patricia Dowd, City Clerk -14-