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HomeMy WebLinkAbout11/15/1971`r CITY COUNCIL TOWN OF IAS ALTOS HILLS MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING November 15, 1971 Reel 39 Side 2 Track 1 230 -End Side 1 Track 2 00 -255 Mayor Walter Ae Benson called the regular meeting of the City Council of the Tarn of Los Altos Hills to order at 7147 P.M. in the Council Chambers of the Town Hall, 26379 Fremont Road, Los Altos Hills, with the following members answering roll call: Present: Councilmen Corbett, Grabowski, Helgesson, and Mayor Benson. Councilman Davey arrived at 7:50 P.M. PLANNING COMMfISSION REPRESENTATIVE: Commissioner Weisbart APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Minutes of September 7, 1971. Councilman Helgesson moved, sewn Corbett and carried unanimously (Davey, absent) that the minutes of September 7, 1971 be approved as written. ( COMMUNICATIONS: 1. Board of Supervisors advised of Public Hearing on 1/10/72 re: Regional Airport Study. 2. Notice of dinner on 12/16/72 honoring retiring Division of Highways District Engineer Alan S. Hart. 3. League of California Cities advised that the Town won third place in the Employees Safety Contest for FY 170-71. 4. Santa Clara County transmitted a copy of their Organizations and Functions Handbook. 5. Mrs. P. M. Standring expressed her objections to an article in the Palo Alto Times re: "Packard involvement in Path abandonment." 6. California Council on Intergovernmental Relations transmitted a copy of their Regional Planning Survey. 7. Mr. William Downey, President of Los Altos Hills Association, expressed displeasure with Councilman Davey s participation at a League of Women Voters Colloquium wherein the de Is Raza suit was one topic of discussion. NOTES Although unscheduled item were discussed out of sequence, these m -in- - were prepared in the sequence of the agenda to provide continuity. ( SCHEDULED ITEM NO. is CORBBTTA, LOUIS P. '(384-71) Tentative Map, Altamont Road and Corbetta Lane, 3 lots, 6.90 acres. Engr. J. W. Riley. Staff reviewed the Planning Commission recommendation and their amended check list. Council discussion concurred with the recommendation. MOTION, SECONDED AND CARRIED: Councilman Helgesson moved, seconded by Corbett and carried unanimously that the Tentative Map of Louis P. Corbetta (384-71) for three lots be approved in accordance with the check list dated 11/8/71. SCHRDULBD ITEM NO. 2• CROWLEY, JERRY (BSA -69-71) Building Site Approval for Lot #3, Tract #2958, Olive Tree Lane. Rngr. F. Connelly. Staff reviewed the Planning Commission recommendation and their amended check list. Council discussion concurred with the recommendation. MOTION, SECONDED AND CARRIED: Councilman Helgesson moved, seconded by Corbett and carried unanimously that the request of J. Crowley for Building Site Approval (BSA 69-71) for lot #3, Tract #2958 be approved in accordance with the check list dated November 8, 1971. SCHEDULED ITEM NO. 3: LOS ALTOS SCHOOL DISTRICT (BSA - 70-71) Building Site Approval for Lots #2, 3, and 4, Tract #997, Purissima Hills, located at the end of Crescent Lane; Hawley and Peterson, Architects. Staff reviewed the Planning Commission recommendation and their amended check list. Following discussion, the Council agreed to delete the requirement to construct a 6' fence along the west side of the path easement but recommended that the owner build a fence to prevent intrusion upon his privacy. MOTION, SECONDED AND CARRIED: Councilman Helgesson moved, seconded by Grab- owski and carried unanimously that the request of the Los Altos School Dis- trict for Building Site Approval (BSA 70-71) for lots #2, 3, and 4, Tract #997 be approved in accordance with the check dist as amended November 15,1971. SCHEDULED ITEM NO. 4: DISCUSSION OF PROPOSAL TO FORM A "CONSUMER PROTECTION COMMISSION". This item proposed by Councilman Grabowski was continued to the Dec. 6, 1971 meeting. SCHEDULED ITEM NO. 5: ACTION ON PENDING LSGISLATIVB MATTERS - COUNCILMAN GRABOWSKI. Councilman Grabowski reviewed recently signed bills AB 1301 through 1304 that among other things would allow governing bodies to deny sub -divisions of 5 or more acres if their improvements cause environmental damage. Council discussion opposed the current reapportionment plan that would carve the cities within Santa Clara County into 6 districts and the City Attorney was requested to prepare a letter for the mayor's signature to Governor Reagan voicing the Town's objection. -2. SCHEDULED ITEM NO. 6: REQUEST FOR PROCEDURAL RESOLUTIONS TO PLACE THE REGIONAL PARK DISTRICT UPON THE 1972 MUNICIPAL BALLOT. This item was placed on the agenda at the request of Councilman Grabowski, but he stated he had not sensed sufficient support to place an advisory vote res the proposed Regional Park upon the April ballot and therefore withdrew his request. Letters were read from the Hampton Foothills Homeowners Association and the Green Cnmittee urging the Tam continue support of the Regional Park District. UNSCHEDULED ITEM NO, l: PRESENTATION OF DRAINAGE WORK ON ADOBE CREEK BY SANTA CLARA COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL AND WATER DISTRICT. Mr. J. Fowler of the S/C County Flood Control and Water District presented their proposal for drainage work to be done on Adobe Creek, between Tepa Way and Foothill College. The channel proposed for construction would be 8' wide at the bottom, 8' deep and about 10' wide at the top. For safety a 42" high fence was also proposed and the concrete would be earthen pigmented to attain a natural appearance. Discussion noted that although the District Board had no legal requirement to receive concurrence of the Town for the $300,000 project, it was its desire to cooperate with the Town's wishes. Following discussion, the Council concurred to hold a public hearing at 8:00 P.M. on December 6, 1971, 4 UNSC�DULED ITEM NO. 2• PRESENTATION OF PICTURES OF PROPOSED SISTER CITY - ST. EMILION, FRANCE. Dr. and Mrs. Robert L. Paddock, 10701 Magdalena Road presented pictures of St. Bmilion taken during a recent visit. The narrated home movies showed the local environs and vineyards. Council appreciation was expressed to Dr, and Mrs. Paddock for their excellent films. UNSCHEDULED ITEM NO. 3s REPORT ON CATV - Councilman Corbett. Councilman Corbett requested and Council concurred to continue this item to allow additional preparation. UNSCHEDULEDITEM NO. 4• REPORT FROM MAP& PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE. Staff reviewed that the T & P5 Committee had unanimously recommended to the City Council that Purissima Road, between Arastradero and Elena Roads, have the maximum speed limit increased from 25 to 35 mph. It was noted that since this is a straight stretch of road with few driveways and roads entering, 35 mph appeared to be a safe speed. Floor participation included Committee chairman R. C. Cheney as well as Pathway Committee Chairman M. Saviano. Council concurred. L MOTION, SECONDED AND CARRIED: Councilman Helgesson moved, seconded by Corbett and carried unanimously to increase the maximum speed limit from 25 aph to 35 mph on Purissima Road, between Arastradero and Elena Roads and directed the City Attorney to prepare an Ordinance amending such. -3- ([ UNSCHEDULED ITEM NO. S. NI RBQUEST FOR IMPROVEMENT TO ARASTRADERO ROAD, NEAR LA CRESTA DRIVE. Staff reviewed this request from Dr. Alvin A. Janklow asking the Tom to take whatever action necessary to improve the safety along Arastradero Road near the La Cresta intersection. Since this part of Arastradero is in Palo Alto, Council directed Staff to refer this request to them. UNSCHEDULED ITEM NO. 6: REPORT ON INCREASE IN FEES FOR HEALTH AND MAJOR MEDICAL INSURANCE FOR TOWN EMPLOYERS. Staff reviewed notification from Kaiser Foundation Health Plan: Inc. that effective January 1, 1972 monthly premiums will be increased from $15.96 to $17.85 per month for the subscriber, as well as for the first dependent, and from $14.06 to $15.75 per month for all other dependents. Staff recom- mended that the Town absorb this increase, which will amount to $20.70 per month. NOTION, SECONDED AND CARRIED: Councilman Helgesson moved,secended by Corbett and carried by unanimous roll call vote that the Town absorb the premium increase for the employees medical plan. UNSCHEDULED ITEM NO. 7: REQUEST FOR TWIN WTO A PORTION OF THE EQUESTRIAN TRAIL EASEMENT ON THE RHUS RIDGB RANCHO SUBDIVISION. Staff reported that when this subdivision was filed by Bassett Lane Associates they dedicated a 501 wide equestrian trail easement along the east side, rather than the usual requested 101 wide trail easement. Since part of this easement was sold to adjacent property owners and these new owners wished to use this land for their own use, Mr. Dana requested a portion of the easement be abandoned. Staff noted that ample easement would still remain for the trail. Council concurred to refer this request to the Planning Commission. UNSCHEDULED ITEM NO. 8: REVIEW LEASE OF BYRNE PRESERVE. Staff reported that it had been suggested that the conditions of the Byrne Park Preserve Lease be reviewed. It was noted that Mr. Richard Thomas has been leasing the land to pasture 15 horses on the Preserve for $50.00 a month. He has been required to maintain the premises free of garbage and debris and to maintain all fences necessary to contain his horses and allow resident usage of the park for riding and hiking. The lease review was requested to determine whether the $600 yearly rental was reasonable. Floor comments were heard from Mr. Thomas and Pathway Committee Chairman Millie Saviano. Council concurred to take this matter under advisement. -4- `v UNSCHEDULED ITEM NO. 9: STAFF REPORTS: 1. Staff stated the National Guard had provided six trucks and volunteer manpower to help haul tree branches trimmed at the Youth Recreation Center. In addition, Mmes. Pat Standring, M. Saviano and Messrs. We. Downey, We. Pierce, H. Foster and M. Shibuya assisted with their services. 2. Noting increased postage expenses, Staff requested permission to raise the charges for minutes and agendas. City Attorney was asked to determine if this increase was effected by the price freeze. 3. City Attorney noted that the Corporate Commissioner has requested Adobe Creek Lodge to advise them of their intentions regarding sale of stock to members. 4. City Attorney will meet with Purissima Water District regarding the location of the water tank proposed on the Mt. Helen property. PRESENTATIONS FROM THE FLOOR: Mrs. D. Miller requested the City Attorney clarify the legality of "advisory ballots". The City Attorney stated that he would investigate. RESOLUTIONS: Res. No. 645, adopting Interim Federal Aid Urban System. Staff reviewed that the Council had recently approved the Interim Federal Aid Urban System by voice vote, but the Division of Highways asked that this be done by means of a resolution. Under this system all "select roads" would qualify for Federal funds, if the funds are available. The City Attorney introduced and read in entirety, Resolution No. 645, a resolution of the City Council of the Town of Los Altos Hills approving interim federal -aid urban system and requesting additional routes for inclusion into final federal -aid urban system. MOTION, SECONDED AND CARRIED; Councilman Helgesson moved, seconded by Corbett and carried by unanimous roll call vote that Resolution No. 645 be adopted as read. Res. No. 646, appreciation expression to National Guard. City Attorney introduced and read in entirety Resolution No. 646, a resolution of the City Council of the Town of Los Altos Hills expressing appreciation for the assistance rendered by the Army National Guard. MOTION, SECONDED AND CARRIED: Councilman Helgesson moved, seconded by Corbett and carried by unanimous roll call vote that Resolution No. 646 be adopted as read. -5- ORDINANCES: No. 191, First Reading, an ordinance rezoning Certain Land to OSR (Open Space Reserve). Staff noted that the Public Hearing was held on this matter at the last meeting and as a result this ordinance was prepared. The City Attorney introduced and read the title of Ordinance No. 191, an ordinance of the Town of Los Altos Hills amending the Los Altos Hills Municipal Code by rezoning certain portions of the Town from Residential -Agricultural District to Open Space Reserve District. MOTION, SECONDED AND CARRIED: Councilman Helgesson moved, seconded by Corbett and carried unanimously by roll call vote that further reading of Ordinance No. 191 be waived. WARRANTS: MOTION, SECONDED AND CARRIED: Councilman Helgesson moved, seconded by Corbett and carried by unanimous roll call vote that the warrants as presented in the amount of TWENTY-FIVE THOUSAND THREE HUNDRED FIFTY-FOUR DOLLARS and forty-three cents ($25,354.43) be approved and the City Clerk authorized to draw the appropriate warrants. OTHER BUSINESS BY COUNCILMEN: 4 Mayor Benson stated that he had received a communication from Mr. Jerry Smith, Vice Chairman of the Policy Planning Committee in which he requested that the Town name appointees to PPC, in view of Councilman Grabowski's and Commissioner Weisbart's resignations. The Mayor noted that although it is customary for the Mayor to designate appointments, he was not at this time naming replacements even though he had accepted the resignations, nor was he naming an appointment to the Hillside Committee of which Councilman Davey was Chairman. Lengthy Council discussion ensued with floor comments expressed by Messrs. We. Downey, L. Dawson, and hares. J. R. Gallo, D. Saviano and J. McIlwraith. Opposing interpretations of the value to be gained and effectiveness Of representation in these Committees were expressed. ADJOURNMENT: Mayor Benson adjourned the meeting at 11:35 P.M. to NEXT REGULAR MEETING: hbnday, December 6, 1971 at 7:45 P.M. at Town Hall. Respectfully submitted, TED J. KLUZEK City Clerk T-Wdq/jp Town of Los Altos Hills -6-