HomeMy WebLinkAbout02/07/1972CITY COUNCIL
TOWN OF IAS ALTOS HILLS
MINUTES OF A RBGUtAR MEETING
February 7, 1972
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Mayor Walter A. Benson called the regular meeting of the City Council of the
Town of Los Altos Hills to order at 7348 P. M. in the Council Chambers of
the Town Hall, 26379 Fremont Road, Los Altos Hills, with the following mem-
bers answering roll call: Present: Councilmen Corbett, Davey, Grabowski,
Helgesson, and Mayor Benson, Absent: None,
PLANNING COMMISSION REPRESENTATIVBs Commissioner Mueller.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Minutes of Nov. 1 1971. Councilman Helgesson moved, seconded by Corbett,
and carr ed unanimously— that the minutes of Nov. 1, 1971 be approved as
written.
Minutes of Nov. 15 1971. Councilman Helgesson moved, seconded by Grabowski,
and carried unanimously that the minutes of Nov. 15, 1971 be approved as
040 written.
COMMUNICATIONSs
1. Notice from Foothill College re: Musical benefit: "Your -re a Good Man,
Charlie Brown", on Feb. 24, 25, 26, and 27th.
2. Letters from Los Altos Hills Association, dated Jan. 17 and 30, 1972,
referrod to an article in the Wali Street Journal's Jan. 11 issue,
dealing with rent subsidized low-cost housing in suburban neighborhoods.
3. Los Altos Hills Association announced a Candidates, Night will be held
at Fremont Hills School, at 8:00 P.M. March 30, 1972, Moderator will
be Mr. Ira Bonde, former Mayor of Menlo Park.
4. Letter from the Flood Control and Water District, dated Jan. 29, 1972,
enclosed their Resolution No. 71-820 urging immediate investigation of
standards of mercury contamination. Council concurred that this item be
aganded for the Feb. 22, 1972 council meeting.
5. Mrs. Joan Celio, Chairman of the Santa Clara -County Committee an School
.District Organisation, offered information by letter on the unification
of school district elections, scheduled for June 6, 1972.
( 6. The annual Inter -City Council meeting will be held on March 1, 1972 at
Sacramento. Mayor Benson and Councilman Grabowski indicated they would
attend.
7. The Division of Highways offered 8.124 acres of State owned excess land
on O'Keefe for $20,100. Staff advised purchase could be accomplished by
a resolution attesting to the public use of the property and the amount
in cash, or, if the City wished financing, it is available on the basis
{ of 30% down and the balance payable over 30 years at the current PHA mort-
gage rate. A decision on this parcel was requested within 30 days from
Feb. 2, 1972. Council concurred to agenda this item for the Feb. 22
Council meeting following review by the Planning Commission.
8. Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors ad.vised a public hearing relating
to the formation of the Santa Clara County Transit District will be held
on Feb. 23, 1972.
9. PG&E notified that they had filed for an increase in gas rates with the
California Public Utilities Commission.
10. League of California Cities advised that the National League of Cities-
United States Conference of Mayors issued a bulletin which clarified the
effect of Phase II on city government, as follows, "The Cost of Living
Council today announced that cities will be exempt from price controls
on service charges and fees. This policy includes, for example, the
exemption of water and sewerage charges, refuse disposal and other fees.
The Cost of Living Council said in its announcement that 'State and local
governments are being asked to take steps to assure that average increases
in State and local fees and charges do not exceed 2h% in the aggregate'."
11. Mr. John E. Dever, City Manager of Sunnyvale, transmitted a copy of their
staff report and recommendation on establishing "911" Emergency service
for the City of Sunnyvale.
`, 12. Association of Bay Area Government will hold their general assembly meet-
ing on Feb. 24, 1972. Mayor Benson stated he would attend.
13. League of California Cities transmitted 'Highlights of 1971 Legislation
Affecting Cities',.
14. Mayor Norman Y. Mineta of San Jose transmitted to each City Manager in
the County of Santa Clara, a communication regarding City of San Jose
Planned Variations - Chief Executive Review and Comment Program (PV-CERC).
SCHEDULED ITEM N0, i
BUILDING SITE APPROVAL FOR E. S. SHAW (BSA -72-71) 2 lots, 1.004 a. and 1.038 a.
on Newbridge Road. Bngr. J. W. Riley
Staff reviewed that this item was discussed last meeting and referred back to
the Planning Commission for clarification on the requirements for rebuilding
or enlarging the existing driveway along the west side of Lots #1 and #4.
The Planning Commission, at their 1/24/72 meeting recommended that if the
owners of Lots #1 and/or #4 used the existing driveway for access to their
lots, they should widen the paved section to 16', and in accordance with Town
Standards. If neither Lots #1 or #4 used this driveway, they would not be
responsible for improving or maintaining it.
Staff recommended that the applicant be allowed to move the lot path easement
as required by the check list from the west side of lots 1 and 4 to the east
side of these lots. Council concurred with the Commissions recommendation
AW as amended by staff.
iM1ON, SECONDED AND CARRIBD, Councilman Helgesson moved, seconded by Grabow-
ski and carried unanimously that the request for Building Site Approval of E.
S. Shaw (BSA 72-71) for 2 lots be approved in accordance with the check list,
as amended Feb. 7, 1972.
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SCHEDULED ITEM NO. 2:
t BUILDING SITE APPROVAL FOR THOMAS W. SPAIN (BSA -59-70) 1 lot, 1.178 a.
Staff reviewed that the Planning Commission, after detailed study of the
access to this lot, had reluctantly agreed to permit access from Fremont Road,
but the driveway should be kept within the most easterly 401 of the Fremont
Road frontage. It was noted that the shrubbery directly east of this parcel
(most of which is on Fremont Road right-of-way) may need some minor trimming
to improve the sight distance, but the Planning Commission recommended that
this trimming be kept to a minimum in order to preserve the privacy of the
two homes located between this parcel and Edith Ave.
Council discussion ensued with floor participation from Mr. Spain. Continued
concern was expressed regarding the hasardous access onto Fremont Road and
the applicant was again asked to request an easement from the adjoining prop-
erties to facilitate access from Cicerone Lane instead of Fremont Road.
MOTION, SBCCNDBD AND CARRIED: Councilman Helgesso: moved, seconded by Corbett
and carried unanimously that the request from T. W. Spain for Building Site
Approval (BSA 59-70) be continued to the Feb. 22, 1972 meeting to allow fur-
ther negotiation between the applicpnt and his neighbors to obtain sufficient
right-of-way to allow access to Cicerone Lane.
SCHEDULED
ITEM NO. 3:
VARIANCE
FDR. ALLEN D.
CALVIN (V-362-72)
for reduction of both side yard
setbacks
from 30- to 261
for a tennis court
at 14160 Miranda Road.
Staff reviewed the Planning Commission discussion and their recommended check
list. Council discussion concurred with the recommendation.
MOTION, SECONDED AND CARRIED: Councilman Corbett moved, seconded by Helgesson
and carried unanimously that the variance request of A. D. Calvin (V362-72)
to allow a 41 reduction in both side setbacks for construction of a tennis
court be approved in accordance with the conditions recommended by the Plan-
ning Commission on 1/24/72.
UNS�DULBD ITEM NO.+i:
REQUEST FROM CITY OF CAMARILLO FOR A RESOLUTION URGING STRICTER CONTROL OF
WASTE WATERS PUMPED INTO THE OCEAN.
Staff reviewed that this item had been agendad in response to a communication
from the City of Camarillo that was received last meeting. The Sierra Club
presented a film, entitled, "Pollution in Paradise", which illustrated the
effects of ocean pollution. Mrs. Angie Boissevain read a policy statement
of the Loma Prieta Chapter of the Sierra Club, urging legislation be enacted
to control discharge of waste waters into the ocean, and support was also
urged by a letter from the League of Women Voters.
Council discussion concurred that more stringent controls on dumping of waste
waters into the ocean was desired, and agreed to hear Resolution No. 654,
under "Resolutions', below.
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UNSCHEDULED ITEM NO. 2:
REPORT FROM PLANNING COMMISSION RE: EMERGENCY ORDINANCE TO CCNTROL DEVELOP-
[ MENT IN THE MONTE BELLO RIDGE STUDY AREA.
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Staff reviewed that this item had been referred to the PlanningCommission, and
they had recommended that an ordinance be adopted which would control the de-
velopment of that portion of the Town of Los Altos Hills which lies within the
Monte Bello Ridge Study Area, as requested by the Policy Planning Committee of
Santa Clara County. Staff recommended that this be handled as an Emergency
Ordinance, and presented a proposed draft, prepared by the Torn Planner, cre-
ating a moratorium restricting subdivisions in the Montebello Ridge Study area
to a minimum lot size of five (5) acres.
Council discussion of the draft ordinance, prepared by the Town Planner, which
incorporated the essence of the County recommendations, ensued. Following
lengthy deliberation, the Council concurred to hear a proposed ordinan oe, pre-
pared by the City Attorney, later in the agenda, under "Ordinances".
UNSCHEDULED ITEM NO. 3:
ACTION ON POLICY STATEMENT OF LOCAL AGENCY FORMATION COMIISSICH (LAFCO).
Staff noted that this item had been continued from: the last meeting to permit
more time for study. Staff recommended that the Council indicate their con-
currence with the stated policies, which have been adopted by SCAAPO, PPC, and
LAPOO. These policies concerned Urban Development within Santa Clara County.
MOTIGN, SECONDED AND CARRIED: Councilman Davey moved, seconded by Councilman
Helgesson, and carried unanimously to adopt that part of the Urban Develop-
ment Policies, entitled, "Definitions, Section I. and Policies, Section II,
for Santa Clara County,,.
UNSCHEDULED ITEM NO. 4:
REQUEST FOR A ONE-YEAR EXTENSION ON TENTATIVE MAP OF LANDS OF AINSWORTH (359-62)
EDWARD C. BESSEY.
Staff noted that Mr. E. C. Bessey requested a one-year extension for filing
the Final Map of Lands of Ainsworth (359-62). It was noted that the Tentative
Map had been approved by the Council on October 5, 1970.
MOTION, SECONDED AND CARRIED: Councilman Helgesson moved, seconded by Council-
man Grabowski and carried unanimously that Mr. B. C. Bessey be granted a one-
year extension for filing the Final Map of Lands of Ainsworth (359-62) to
April 7, 1973.
UNSCHEDULED ITEM NO. 5:
REQUEST FROM SANTA CIARA COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS FOR COMMENTS ON THE PRO-
POSED AMENDMENT TO THE COUNTY GENERAL PLAN PARK AND RECREATION ELEMENT.
Staff reviewed that this element of the Santa Clara County General Plan had
been approved by the Policy Planning Committee, and now the Board of Supervi-
sors was requesting comments from the Town for consideration at their hearing
on February 9, 1972.
` Council discussion ensued, and &,t,yas noted that two methods of financing the
park and open space acquisition Rem proposed, either by means of charter change
to allow a fixed 100 tax rate, or through a bond issue.
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UNSCHEDULED ITEM NO. 5: (CONT'D)
MOTION, SECCNDED AND CARRIED: Councilman Davey moved, seconded by Council-
man Helgesson and carried by majority vote (Councilman Grabowski abstaining)
that the proposed amendment to the "Santa Clara County General Plan - Park
and Recreation Element" be recommended to the Board of Supervisors for ap-
proval, and that the Town of Los Altos Hills also recommend to the Board of
Supervisors that a measure be placed on the June Ballot for a Charter change
to allow 10:16 of the tax rate to be set aside for acquisition of open space,
rather than the alternate proposed bond issue.
UNSCHEDULED ITEM NO. 6:
ACCEPTANCE CP GRANT DEEDS OF BASEMENTS AND SEWER FACILITIES IN THE AREA
SERVED BY THE LOS ALTOS SANITARY SEWER DISTRICT.
Staff reported that this sewer district was handled by Santa Clara County,
and noted that a part of it lies within the Town of Los Altos Hills (Summer-
hill Area). The Town Engineer noted that construction had been completed,
and recommended acceptance of the easements for sewer lines and the sewer
facilities that were constructed. Council discussion concurred with Staff's
recommendation.
MOTION, SECONDED AND CARRIED: Councilman Helgesson moved, seconded by
Councilman Corbett, and carried by unanimous roll -call vote that the Town of
Los Altos Hills accept the grant deeds of easements for sewer lines of r„
... _o L^�;1,. as well as the sewer facilities constructed therein.
UNSCHEDULED ITEM NO. 7•
REQUEST FOR PERMISSION TO HAVE A POPULATION ESTIMATE MADE BY THE STATE
DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE.
Staff recommended that this annual population estimate be made by the State
Department of Finance which, although it costs $200, will result in approxi-
mately $20000 additional revenue.
Council concurred to hear Resolution No. 655, requesting the population esti-
mate under "Resolutions", below.
UNSCHEDULED ITEM NO. 8:
STAFF REPORTS:
1. City Manager noted the codification books had been received and distri-
buted.
2. Mr. Fritschle requested permission to be absent March 8th through the
10th, to attend the Annual City Manager's Meeting in San Diego, and that
the City Clerk -Treasurer act in his capacity during his absence. Council
concurred.
3. City Clerk reminded Council candidates that they must file Qualification
Statements by February 17, 1972.
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UNSCHEDULED ITEM NO. 8: (CCNTID)
STAFF REPORTS:
4. City Manager noted upcoming Sphere of Influence meetings with Palo Alto
and Cupertino. Floor comments were heard from Mrs. D. Miller and Mr.
A. M. Laws, urging adequate Town representation at the Sphere of Influence
meetings.
PRESENTATIONS FROM THE FLOOR:
1. Mr. G. Ferrari, 25800 Altamont Road, requested that the Town pursue ful-
fillment of a formal Environmental Impact Study by Purissima Water District
for their proposed water tank on the Mt. Helen property.
2. Mrs. D. Miller urged the Town receive confirmation from the Duvenecks
that their lands are wit:in the Town's Sphere of Influence. Staff was re-
quested to follow up.
3. Mrs. D. Miller questioned recent publicity of the Town's interest in the
Gardner Bullis School site. Mayor Benson stated that if the property
becomes available, the residents would probably be required to vote a
general obligation bond issue to acquire it.
RESOLUTIONS•
1. Resolution No. 654. A Resolution of the Town of Los Altos Hills, re-
quest ng stricter standards for ocean discharge of waste waters.
City Attorney introduced and read, in its entirety, Resolution No, 654:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF LOS ALTOS HILLS REQUEST-
ING THE STATE WATER RESOURCES CONTROL BOARD TO INITIATE ACTION ON THE
IMPLEMENTATION OF STRICTER REQUIREMENTS ON DISCHARGE TO THE OCEAN OF
MUNICIPAL AND INDUSTRIAL WASTE WATERS.
MOTION, SECONDED AND CARRIED: Councilman Davey moved, seconded by Council.
man Helgesson, and carried by unanimous roll -call vote, that Resolution
No. 654 be adopted as read.
2. Resolution No. 655. A Resolution of the Town of Los Altos Hills, authoriz-
3nga p'— opulation estimate.
City Attorney introduced and read, in its entirety, Resolution No, 655:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF LOS ALTOS HILLS AUTHORIZ-
ING CONTRACT WITH THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA, DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE, FOR
CENSUS PURPOSES.
MOTION, SECONDED AND CARRIED: Councilman Davey moved, seconded by Council.
men Helgesson, and carried by unanimous roll -call vote, that Resolution
No. 655 be adopted as read.
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RESOLUTIONS• (COJTID)
3. Resolution No. 656. A Resolution of the Tam of Los Altos Hills,aban-
gn a port -ion 3f an equestrian trail easement on Rhus Ridge Rancho
Subdivision.
City Attorney introduced and read, in its entirety, Resolution No. 656:
A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF LOS ALTOS HILLS ABANDONING PORTIONS CF AN
EQUESTRIAN TRAIL EASEMENT ON RHOS RIDGE RANCHO SUBDIVISION.
NOTION, SECONDED AND CARRIED: Councilman Helgesson moved, seconded by
Councilman Corbett, and carried by unanimous roll. =11 vote, that
Resolution No. 656 be adopted as read.
4. Resolution No. 657. A Resolution of the Town of Los Altos Hills, estab-
1 sh ng�i� the term of the Deputy Mayor to coincide with the tern of the
Mayor.
Staff noted.' and the City Council agreed at the last meeting, that the
term of the Deputy Mayor should be the same as the Mayor, and that the
Government Code indicates that the Mayor is elected for a two-year term
at the first meeting following each Municipal Election.
City Attorney introduced and read, in its entirety, Resolution No. 657:
A RESOLUTION (F 711E CITY COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF IAS ALTOS HILLS, ESTAB-
LISHING THE TERM OF THE MAYOR PRO TEMPOS AT TWO YEARS.
fir MOTION, SECONDED AND CARRIED: Councilman Helgesson moved, seconded by
Councilman Corbett, and carried by unanimous roll -call vote, that
Resolution No. 657 be adopted as read.
ORDINANCES:
1. Ordinance No. 193. AN EMERGENCY ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING INTERIM CONTROL
OF HENT IN THE NOME BELLO RIDGE STUDY AREA.
Councilman Corbett stated his opposition to an Emergency Ordinance
approach without further study. Following lengthy Council discussion,
a motion by Councilman Corbett, seconded by Councilman Grabowski to
table discussion of an Emergency Ordinance was withdrawn.
MOTION, SECONDED AND CARRIED: Councilman Corbett moved, seconded by
Councilman Grabowski, and carried by unanimous roll -call vote to con-
tinue discussion to the next meeting of establishment of interim con-
trols in the Monte Bello Ridge Study Area, and allow further considera-
tion of the draft, prepared by the City Attorney, for an Emergency
Ordinance.
WARRANTSs
MOTION, SECONDED AND CARRIED: Councilman Helgesson moved, seconded by
Councilman Grabowski, and carried unanimously by roll -call vote, that the
( warrants, as presented, in the amount of SIXTEEN THOUSAND, ONE HUNDRED EIGHT
v DOUARS, AND FORTY -BIGHT CENTS ($16,108.48) be approved, and the City Clerk -
Treasurer be authorised to draw the appropriate warrants.
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40 OTHER BUSINESS BY COUNCILMEN:
Councilman Corbett reported on January attendance at PPC, at which he re-
quested policy votes be indicated by the City.
ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business, Mayor Benson adjourned the
meeting at 10:47 P.M. to
NEXT REGIRAR MEETING: Monday, February 21, 1972, at the Tam Hall.
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Respectfully submitted,
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City Clerk
Town of Los Altos Hills