HomeMy WebLinkAbout12/15/1976CITY COUNCIL
TOWN OF LOS ALTOS HILLS
26379 Fremont Road
Los Altos Hills, California
MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING
Wednesday, December 15, 1976
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Mayor Robert Cheney called the Regular Meeting of the City Council to order at 7:30 PM
in the Council Chambers of Town Hall:
A. ROLL CALL:
Present: Council Members Brown, Hillestad, Proft, Mayor Cheney
Absent: Councilman Grabowski
Staff: City Manager Robert Crowe, City Attorney Frank Gillio, City Engineer
Alex Russell, City Planner John Markl, City Clerk Norma Hislop
Guest: Honorable Richard D. Hayden, 22nd Assembly District
Press: Palo Alto Times; San Jose Mercury -News; Los Altos Town Crier
City Manager Robert Crowe stated that a letter from Councilman Grabowski had been
received by him dated December 15, 1976, which he had been requested to read at this
evening's Council meeting. The letter addressed to the City Manager, reads as
follows:
4 "I submit herewith to you for transmittal to the City Council my resignation
as Mayor Pro Tem and Councilman of Los Altos Hills.
"This resignation is effective immediately upon receipt and announcement at
Council meeting of this date." /s/ Stanley Grabowski
In response to Councilman Brown's question, City Attorney Frank Gillio, stated that,
under the law of the State of California, a public official has an unconditional
right to resign from office, said resignation being effective upon delivery to the
City Clerk of the letter of resignation. No acceptance by Council was necessary.
The letter from Councilman Grabowski was accepted by City Clerk Norma Hislop at
7:35 P.M., Mr. Gillio declaring that, as a result, a vacancy existed on the City
Council.
The following was taken out of order as it appears on the Council Agenda, pending
the arrival of Assemblyman Hayden:
C. CONSENT CALENDAR:
At the request of Mr. Robert Stutz, Pathway Committee member, Item 4 a) was re-
moved from the Consent Calendar for separate consideration. Mr. Crowe requested
a clarification on Item 3 b), and Councilman Proft requested that the Minutes
of December 1, 1976 be removed.
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`, CONSENT CALENDAR (Cont'd):
MOTION, SECONDED AND CARRIED: Councilwoman Hillestad moved, seconded by Councilman
Proft and unanimously carried to approve the remaining items on the Consent
Calendar, specifically:
1. Approval of Minutes: November 22, 1976 (Adjourned Meeting)
2. Approval of Warrants: $13, 153.54.
3. Actions of Variance & Permit. Commission:
a) LANDS OF CHAN, #BSA6083-7r recommended approval subject to conditions.
4. Actions of Planning Commission:
b) LANDS OF CROW, #TM2043-76, recommended acceptance subject to conditions.
ITEMS REMOVED FROM CONSENT CALENDAR FOR SEPARATE CONSIDERATION:
1. Approval of Minutes: December 1, 1976 (Regular Meeting)
Councilman Proft requested that the Minutes of December 1st be amended on page
6, bottom of page prior to the words "Noted for the Record", the following
statement: "Councilman Proft requested recognition from the Chair twice, and
was not recognized." Thereafter, Minutes to continue as written.
MOTION SECONDED AND CARRIED: Councilman Brown moved, seconded by Councilwoman
Hillestad and unanimously carried to approve the Minutes of December 1st as amended
40 (above). (Councilman Proft abstained from approving the Minutes after page 6,
because of absence.)
3. Actions of Variance & Permit Commission:
b) LANDS OF KUHN, #BSA6082-76, request for Building Site Approval.
City Manager Robert Crowe recommended the deletion of Items 6 and 7 of the
check list of conditions recommended by the Variance & Permit Commission,
stating that the required pathway would be built in the existing road right
of way along the property, and that $300 for path -in -lieu fees was required
on all building site approvals in accordance with Resolution #1006, and the
Town would build all paths.
Chairman of the Pathway Committee, Mrs. E. Fiksdal, addressed Council, stating
that subsequent to the Commission meeting she had talked with the City Manager
and had clarified the requirements of Resolution #1006. She related that the
Pathway Committee felt that a priority list should be drawn up so that necessary
pathways would be constructed at the earliest possible time, and to that end,
the Committee would submit recommendations for these priorities shortly.
Councilwoman Hillestad moved, seconded by Councilman Proft and unanimously
carried to delete Condition #6 and #7 from the approved check list of conditions,
LANDS OF KUHN, #BSA6082-76.
Councilwoman Hillestad moved, seconded by Councilman Proft to approve the request
for building site approval subject to conditions recommended by the Variance &
Permit as amended by Council. Motion carried unanimously.
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s B. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS: Honorable Richard D. Hayden, 22nd Assembly District.
Mayor Cheney announced that on the 3rd day of November, 1976, the City Council
had adopted Resolution #1001 commending Assemblyman Hayden to recognize his
efforts on behalf of the Town, and declaring him to be an Honorary Citizen of
Los Altos Hills. He read the Resolution and presented same to Assemblyman
Hayden.
Assemblyman Hayden expressed his thanks, stating that this was one of the
nicest honors anyone had ever received - to be made an Honorary Citizen of a
City and not have to pay the taxes. He addressed the audience, commenting that
the Town had had some of the most ardent spokesmen from the Council and the
Community who spoke on behalf of the Town, but who had been most supportive of
the Town's Legislators. He recalled that the same views or philosophies had not
always been expressed when questioned on issues and the manner in which these
issues should be resolved; however, these persons had come up with different
alternatives which he thought was very healthy.
Stating that he was obviously saying this for a very special reason, Assemblyman
Hayden noted that he had been informed by the City Manager that the Town's former
Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem, the Honorable Stanley Grabowski, had submitted his
resignation and would be leaving Los Altos Hills very shortly. He said that
Councilman Grabowski had been to Sacramento a number of times, and at times, had
been very outspoken; however, one always knew where the man stood, and what he
stood for, and, while one did not always agree with him, behind Councilman
Grabowski's viewpoint was the good of Los Altos Hills - that this was his goal.
Assemblyman Hayden stated that he was saying these things to the people because,
like everyone else, he read the newspapers and knew some of the difficulties the
Town had been having - within the community, and the Council as well. He re-
called his experiences while serving as a Councilman for the City of Sunnyvale,
where the divergent points of view led to threats on his life. He felt, however,
that everyone came out healthier for the experience, and he also felt that Los
Altos Hills, through its' diversity and charm, was one of the most beautiful
places in the entire world to live, and that it had made much progress through
that same diversity in patterns of living and attitude. Making this progress,
while still retaining the charm of the past, he said, was really what made the
Town so great.
Commenting that things were even more chaotic in Sacramento, Assemblyman Hayden
concluded by hoping that, whatever the problems were, things would work out for
the good of California, for this particular Assembly District, and for the Town
of Los Altos Hills, a jewel in California.
ITEMS REMOVED FROM CONSENT CALENDAR FOR SEPARATE CONSIDERATION (Cont'd):
C. 4. Actions of Planning Commission:
a) Request for tentative map approval, LANDS OF WOOLWORTH, #TM2044-76:
Mr. Robert Stutz, Pathway Committee member, presented slides of the existing
pathway in the area, stressing the importance of having a pathway through the
L former Purissima School property because of the safety hazards which existed
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fir' ITEMS REMOVED FROM CONSENT CALENDAR (Cont'd):
LANDS OF WOOLWORTH (Cont'd):
Mr. Stutz noted that the Committee's recommendation to the Planning Commission
and Council had left several options open to the developer for the construction
of a pathway off the cul-de-sac, but emphasized the importance of such a path
for safety purposes.
Mr. Jim Harper, Engineer representing the applicant, stated that there was no
objection to the recommended pathway requirement along the cul-de-sac; however,
because the developer intended to restrict horses in the subdivision, he felt
the requirement for a pathway through the subdivision would be an invasion of
privacy and suggested the deletion of this recommended requirement.
Commissioner Young presented the Planning Commission's reasons for making the
pathway recommendations, stating that they had explored all avenues possible,
taking into consideration the traffic conditions at Elena and Moody Roads. He
stated that he had not voted to give the developer the three alternative path
choices mentioned in the recommendation, but thought one of the alternatives
should have been determined and recommended.
Sneakinq from the Floor:
Mrs. Jean Rhodes, Elena Road: Adjacent property owner, stated that she had not
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any notification pertaining to the development of the property, and
the Mayor stated that all property owners within 300' feet of property which is
to be developed should receive such notice. City Manager Robert Crowe also
stated that it is the policy of Staff to notify property owners within a radius
of 500'.
Mr. A. M. Laws, Hooper Lane: Requested clarification as to whether proposed
path was a pathway or a trail, or if, in fact, there was any difference. City
Engineer Alex Russell stated that a Type 1A path was a natural path which was
graded but not paved, and Mr. Crowe clarified that pathways are restricted to
pedestrian and equestrian traffic; that motorized vehicles were not permitted
the use of pathways.
Council discussion ensued regarding pathway alternatives, consensus being that
a pathway through the subdivision would not be an invasion of privacy, even
though horses might be restricted in the subdivision; that, in many parts of
Town pathways existed which were similar in nature.
Councilman Proft moved, seconded by Mayor Cheney, to amend Condition 19 of the
check list of conditions to read: First paragraph, last sentence, "This would
include a culvert or footbridge over the existing channel as deemed necessary
by the City Engineer." (alternatives a, b & c to remain as recommended). Last
paragraph of Condition #9 to read: "The chosen path location will be five (5)
feet wide within the dedicated ten (10) foot easement, the easement to be five
(5) feet each side of the community property line.')" Motion carried unanimously
by roll call vote. n�
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First paragraph, beginning sentence, insert the words "the following" 4AU14A
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OW ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR (Cont'd):
LANDS OF WOOLWORTH (Cont'd):
Council also directed Staff to remove the words "It is recommended to the
Commission that..." in Condition #16, and begin the condition with the word,
"Rather."
Councilman Brown moved, seconded by Councilman Proft, to approve the tentative
map, LANDS OF WOOLWORTH, File #TM2044-76, subject to the conditions as recommended
by the Planning Commission as amended by Council (above). Motion carried
unanimously by roll call vote.
D. SPECIAL REPORTS:
1. Reports of Standing Committees: None
2. Reports of Ad Hoc Committees:
Mrs. Betsy Fiksdal, Chairman of the Pathway Committee, reported to Council
regarding the "Orientation Day" held on Saturday, December 11th at Town
Hall, for prospective members of Standing Committees. She stated that all
Committees had been represented, and it had been the general feeling that
such informational meetings were profitable to all who attended and should
be held more often. She also stated that a suggestion had been presented
r for the formation of a Finance Committee, which Council might want to take
(Ar into consideration.
Councilwoman Hillestad noted that the workshop had been an outgrowth of the
proposal for Standing Committee reorganization. She said the group had been
very congenial and good discussions had been held. She also noted the concensus
of the group for the formation of a Finance Committee, which might be considered
on a forthcoming Agenda. She felt such a meeting be held annually, but at
a different time of the year because of the holiday season.
After discussion and hearing the report, Council directed that the matter of
a possible Finance Committee be placed for Council's consideration on the
Agenda of January 5th.
3. Presentations from the Floor:
Mr. Geor, a Seidman President, Los Altos Hills Association, requested the
0 owing etter be rea into t e recor addressed to the Mayor and City Council:
"With respect to the special meeting held on Saturday at 4 P.M., December 11,
1976, and the resolution proposed by Mayor pro -tem Grabowski and passed by
the council 3 to 2, I would like to point out the following: According to the
California State Code #54956, I quote, 'No other business shall be considered
at such meetings by the legislative body.' The announced agenda called for the
removal of Mayor Cheney as Mayor, and the election of a new Mayor and Mayor
pro -tem. The resolution called for a one year limit on the term of Mayor and
no action was taken on Mayor Cheney's removal or the election of a replacement
and a Mayor pro -tem. It has been ruled in E1 Dorado County vs Reed 1858
411 (11c-130), if at a special meeting public notice must be given on the business
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t PRESENTATIONS FROM THE FLOOR (Cont'd):
�►" Mr. George Seidman (Cont'd): "to be transacted, and unless such notice be given,
the acts of the body are a nullity."
In response to Council, City Attorney Frank Gillio reiterated what what been
stated previously; that Council did not have the authority to adopt a Resolution
setting the term of Mayor. He stated that this was a policy directive and the
actiontakenhad no legal force or effect. Regarding the citation of E1 Dorado
County vs. Reed regarding the business of special meetings being limited, he
stated the important thing to remember was that this was a matter in which
legal action cannot be taken, but had only been setting of policy.
When asked by Mayor Cheney if he would remain the Mayor after the first meeting
in March, Mr. Gillio stated that Council could take action at any time it
chooses with regard to its Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem.
Mrs.Diana Miller, Vista del Valle: Expressed regret on hearing of the resignation
t s evening o ayor Pro Tem Grabowski. She stated that she had served on Council
for four years, and during two of those years, Councilman Grabowski had been the
Mayor. She stated that she would like the Town to know that he had been the finest
Mayor the Town had had. She stated also that the Council she served on had had a
good rapport, that the then -Mayor Grabowski had been superb with her, never allowing
attacks from the Floor on her during those years. Mrs. Miller stated she was
sorry to see Councilman Grabowski resign and felt he had contributed much to the
Town.
Councilman Brown thanked Mrs. Miller for her courage to get up and make the state-
ment she had.
Mr. A. M. Laws, Hooper Lane: Reminded Council of their campaign promises to work
to armony tog
et er.
Mr. Robert Olsen, Es eranza Drive: Requested clarification of action taken by
ounc at ter meeting Or ecem er 11th and the Resolution adopted therein.
Mr. Gillio again stated that the Resolution was a nullity, and stated that unless
Council acted differently, Mayor Cheney would continue as Mayor.
Mr. Peter Davis Orchard Hill Lane: Stated he believed people of the Town owed
a t an s to r. Gra ows i or resigning to avoid the embarrassment of a recall.
Urged Council to recind their previous action of December 11th.
E. STAFF REPORTS CORRESPONDENCE & ANNOUNCEMENTS:
1. City Manager:
a) Status Report - Repairs to Paseo del Robles: Mr. Crowe stated that a
report had been prepared on the condition of Paseo del Robles as a result of
a letter to Council from Mr. L. Dawson, Mirmirou Drive. He summarized the
report from the City Engineer which stated that, while the visual aspect of
the portion of the road in question might not be acceptable, this in no way
influenced the structural quality, stability, and integrity of the roadway.
Mr. Russell stated that saw -cutting had not been a requirement on the trench
t excavation of this section of the roadway.
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STAFF REPORTS (Cont'd):
Status Report - Paseo del Robles (Cont'd):
Councilman Proft stated that he had ridden over this road, and did not think
it was as smooth as the roads which had been re -paved. He agreed with Mr.
Dawson that, before long, the road would have to be resurfaced. He hoped the
Public Works Committee would look at it and make their recommendations. He
also noted that he had looked at the cuts made in the old pavement and stated
that it appeared that the seal was holding up.
Councilwoman Hillestad concurred with Councilman Proft that the road was not the
smoothest or look the best, but, not being an Engineer, she had to take the
opinion of the City Engineer that it is structurally sound. Also agreed that
the road should be directed to the attention of the Public Works Committee
for recommendation.
Councilman Brown supported directing the roadway to the Public Works Committee
for review.
Mayor Cheney clarified the condition of the sub -division, which required a seal
coat only, and that the Town could not now require that the road be re -surfaced.
Mr. L. Dawson, Mirmirou Drive, speaking from the Floor, stated that he thought
the developer had to replace the road to its previous condition, and he did not
feel this had been the case; that the workmanship on the road was poor, and if
this type of work was acceptable, the Town standards were poor.
b) Solid Waste Management Committee Report: Mr. Crowe stated that this Committee
consisted of representatives from six cities in the North County and the County
of Santa Clara to evaluate solid waste disposal needs and alternatives in this
area. He stated that by 1952, at the latest, the area would run out of sites for
the disposal of solid waste, and that a cease and desist order might be issued
any day for the present site, which would necessitate the hauling of waste to
Noble Island, thus increasing costs. Mr. Crowe stated that the Policy and
Action Plan would be coming before all the Councils of the cities affected at
the recommendation of the Sold Waste Management sub -committee, hoping they would
concur with the two-way approach to the problem: 1) A transitional land fill
site study, the object of which would be to handle the immediate needs of the
area through ten years. He said this was important especially for the cities
of Cupertino, Los Altos and Los Altos Hills, all of which were subject to
immediate cessation; and 2) A long-range resource recovery proposal to determine
an'eventual.solution for solid waste which would utilize more effective methods,
reduce the amount of land fill, and an effort to develop a more ecologically -
sound system.
Mr. Crowe stated that the combined studies proposed would be approximately
between $225,000 - $250,000, and the present recommendation was that the cities
would contribute based on population, and the vote on the matter be one city,
one vote. It was anticipated that the study would begin in January and continue
for three years, or until completed. At completion of the study, a joint powers
�✓ agreement determination would be made as to which committment the cities wanted.
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STAFF REPORTS (Cont'd
Solid Waste Management Report (Cont'd):
Mr. Crowe stated that for the Town for FY 1976-77, based on population, would
be approximately $1,500.
Mayor Cheney stated that this was an urgent matter and at its earliest meeting,
Council would have to determine whether it wanted to get involved or to stay
out. He said this was a fact which must be faced immediately, and requested
that the matter be placed on the Council Agenda for the first meeting in
January. Mayor Cheney also noted that the Study and flow charts would be
available to the public should anyone wish to see them.
F. SPECIAL ORDERS:
1. Ordinance for Consideration: Ordinance #_ permitting Dingo games for
charitable purposes.
City Attorney Frank Gillio stated that, as a result of an amendment to the
constitution of the State of California at the June election which allowed
bingo games for charitable purposes, the Town was in a position to allow such
games for charitable purposes only, or not allow them. If the Town opted to
allow bingo games, the law must comply with the requirements laid down by
the Legislature. He outlined these requirements for Council's information.
Mayor Cheney felt that such an Ordinance would be contrary to the Town's
philosophy, and stated that he did not feel it should be considered by Council.
He felt that, if the Townspeople wished to see such an Ordinance adopted, they
should come before Council showing just cause, at which time, consideration
could be given.
Speaking from the Floor opposing consideration of Ordinance:
Mrs. T. Schick, Weston Road Mr. A. M. Laws, Hooper Lane
Mrs. M. Gallo, LaLanne Ct.
Mayor Cheney moved, seconded by Councilwoman Hillestad, that Dingo games for
charitable purposes not be permitted within the Town of Los Altos Hills. Motion
carried unanimously by roll call vote.
2. Reconsideration of Reso. #1008 creating stops on Page Mill Road at
Arastradero.
Councilwoman Hillestad stated that she had taken a field trip to the inter-
section in question with the Deputy Sheriff and Security Patrol Officer subsequent
to Council's decision to place stop signs at the location. After reviewing the
area, she expressed concern that the stop signs might create more accidentsthan
they would prevent because of the terrain in the area. She requested that Council
recind their previous action since further study was being done by Staff, and
action could be taken when this study was completed.
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` SPECIAL ORDERS (Cont'd):
Reconsideration of Resolution #1008 (Cont'd):
Speaking from the Floor:
Mr. Larry Giller, Vinedo Lane: Felt with proper warning, stop signs would not be
hazardous as a temporary solution until study was completed.
Mr. Larry Dawson, Mirmirou Drive: Stated that if Page Mill Road were re-
aligned back to where it originally was, problem would be solved.
Mr. A. M. Laws, Hooper Lane: In response to his question as to the number of
accidents at this location, Mr. Crowe stated the only figure he had at hand was
for the years 1972 - 1975, which was three (3) accidents.
Mr. 0. Couperous, Page Mill Road: Felt that stop signs would cause more accidents
because drivers of autos would be blind to each other.
After further discussion, Councilwoman Hillestad moved, seconded by Councilman
Brown, to adopt Resolution #1010 recinding Resolution #1008 establishing stops
at Page Mill Road at Arastradero. Motion carried unanimously by roll call vote.
Mayor Cheney noted that the City Engineer was working on the possible re -alignment
of Page Mill Road, and Mr. Russell stated that this was being done in conjunction
with the replacement of the two bridges along Page Mill Road.
3. Resolutions for Consideration: Possible consolidation of Special Election
with School District Elections in March, 1977.
Councilman Brown stated that he had requested that this item be placed on the
Agenda for Council's consideration, and that he felt the matter of the Westwind
facility might be considered at this election; however, since he had made his
request, further information had been received by him and he did not wish to
consider this matter at the present time.
Mayor Cheney requested clarification from the City Attorney regarding the calling
of this election to fill the vacancy existing on the Council as a result of the
resignation of Councilman Grabowski.
Mr. Gillio stated that Council could choose to appoint someone to fill the un-
expired term of Councilman Grabowski within thirty days of a resignation; after
which time, a Special Election must be called if such appointment were not made.
Council agreed that, because a decision must be made by Council within such a
short period of time, the matter should be discussed under "New Business" on the
evening's agenda.
G. GENERAL ORDERS & UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
1. Set subscription rates for Council/Planning Commission Minutes:
Mayor Cheney noted that, at a previous Council meeting, rates for a Summary of
Agenda Items had been set by Council, but that no action had been taken for
setting the rates for subscriptions to the full Minutes, if members of the public
wished to receive these instead.
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GENERAL ORDERS & UNFINISHED BUSINESS (Cont'd):
City Clerk Norma Hislop summarized her
costs to the Town for a subscription to
was approximately $25.90/ea. per year.
and Agendas were $5/ea. per year.
Speaking from the Floor:
Memo to Council regarding the actual
Council Minutes and Agendas, which
Present subscription rates for Minutes
Mr. Robert Stutz, Elena Road: Questioning the use of an average of 10 pages
per issue of Minutes, he noted that Staff was now using two-sided copies.
Staff clarified that, although two sides of the page were used, the meter of
the Xerox still counted that run; that this only saved paper and weight in
terms of postage.
Mrs. T. Schick, Weston Road: Suggested that some thought be given to placing
mail boxes at Town Hall similar to those used by Council for Planning Commissioners
because of the costs of postage.
Council Members expressed concern that a Summary of Proceedings and subscriptions
to official Minutes would be a duplication of effort by Staff. City Clerk stated
that, if Council wished to set a subscription rate, her intention would be to
notify present subscribers of this decision, and if there was little demand for
one or the other, she would come back to Council requesting reconsideration of
whichever was not needed.
Mayor Cheney felt that the present charge was not adequate; however, he did not
think that this was the most important place to be concerned about costs. He
moved that the subscription rate of $18/year be charged for Council Minutes and..
Agendas, and the Town absorb the remaining costs. Motion was seconded by Council-
woman Hillestad and carried unanimously by roll call vote.
Councilman Proft moved, seconded by Councilwoman Hillestad to set the rates for
Variance & Permit Commission and Planning Commission Minutes subscriptions at
$18/year. Motion carried unanimously by roll call vote.
H. NEW BUSINESS:
1. Councilman Brown: Requested status of the vacated swimming pool on private
property which was being used by skateboarders. Mr. Crowe stated that the
Town had attempted to call the owner to determine when this nuisance would
be abated, but had not been successful. He stated that the Security Patrol
Officer was presently trying to contact the property owner.
Appointment of Mayor Pro Tem: Councilman Brown moved, seconded by Councilman
Proft, that Council appoint Councilwoman Hillestad as Mayor Pro Tem. Motion
carried unanimously by roll call vote.
City Attorney Frank Gillio stated that it was permissible for Council to so
fill this vacancy created by the resignation of Councilman Grabowski.
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Or NEW BUSINESS (Cont'd):
Appointment of Mayor Pro Tem (Cont'd)
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Councilwoman Hillestad stated that, in assuming the duties of Mayor Pro Tem,
she would also like to take Councilman Grabowski's place on the Solid Waste
Management Committee. Council so agreed.
Speaking from the Floor:
Mrs. M. Gallo, LaLanne Court: In response to her question regarding the length
of term of the new Mayor Pro Tem, City Attorney Frank Gillio stated that Council-
woman Hillestad will serve until she is removed by Council, or until a Council
reorganization meeting, which is the second Tuesday in March, 1978.
3. Consideration of filling Council vacancy and manner in which this shall be
accomplished.
Council concensus was that they would like to give this matter some thought and
felt more time was needed before making a decision regarding this matter.
City Attorney Frank Gillio stated that, under the present law, appointments must
be made at a public meeting and the vote on the matter be made public at either
a Regular or a Special Meeting. He also stated that, if Council chose to make
an appointment, the appointment would be to fill the unexpired term of Council-
man Grabowski.
Speaking from the Floor:
Mr. Larry Giller, Vinedo Lane: Questioned whether Council could decide matter
this evening.
Mr. A. M. Laws, Hooper Lane: Hoped that, if a Special Meeting were called, it
would not be given just a 24-hour notice.
Mrs. T. Schick, Weston Road: Requested clarification of length of time Council
had to fill vacancy by appointment or through the calling of a Special Election.
After further discussion and deliberation, it was the concensus of Council to
hold an adjourned meeting on Wednesday, December 22nd, at 4:30 P.M. to decide
the manner in which the vacancy would be filled on the City Council.
I. ADJOURNMENT:
Council adjourned to an Executive Session at the request of the City Attorney at
11:28 P.M. and returned to the Chambers to adjourn at 11:55 P.M., adjourning to
an Adjourned Meeting on Wednesday, December 22, 1976 at 4:30 P.M.
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Respectfully submitted,
Norma J. Hislop
City Clerk