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HomeMy WebLinkAbout11/02/1970CITY COUNCIL tar TOWN CP IAS ALTOS HILLS 'e MINUTES Cf A REGULAR MEETING November 29 1970 REEL 31 - SIDE 1, TRACK 2 -- FOOTAGE 00 . 1390 REEL 31 - SIDE 2, TRACK 2 -- FOOTAGE 00 - 340 Mayor Walter A. Banson called the Regular Meeting of the City Council of the Town of Los Altos Hills to order at 7:50 P. M. in the Council Chambers of the Tam Hall, 26379 Fremont Road, Los Altos Hills, With the following members answering roll calls Present: Councilman Corbett, Davey, Grabowski and Mayor Hanson. Absents Councilman Helgesson. PLANNING COMMISSION REPRBSRM'ATIVEs Chairman Priscilla Weisbart APPROVAL CIP MINUTESs October 5, 1970• Councilman Corbett moved, seconded by Grabowski and carried by majority roll call vote (Councilman Davey voting No, Councilman Helgesson Absent) that the Minutes of October 5, 1970 be approved as written. Lot October 19, 1970: Councilman Grabowski mesad, seconded by Corbett and carried by majority roll call vote (Councilman Davey voting No, Councilman Helgesson Absent) that the Minutes of October 19, 1970 be approved as written. COM UNICATIOIS7 1. California Regional Water Quality Control Board asked for Council comments on their proposed resolution which would require the Tam to advise them of all proposed developments that would involve the discharge of waste. NOTION, SECONDED AND CARRIED: Councilman Grabowski moved, seconded by Corbett and carried unanimously, that Staff advise the Board of the Tam's disapproval of the resolution in total and urge that the present procedure be continued whereby all subdivision maps are submitted to the Santa Clara County Health Department. 2. LAFCO advised of public hearing November 11 to consider annexation to the Tam of Los Altos Hills of one-half of a stretch of road near O'Keefe and Summerhill. Tam Engineer explained the other one-half belongs to Los Altos and that this section of road has been arced by the County. MOTION, SECONDED AND CARRIBDs Councilman Corbett moved, seconded by Grabowski and carried unanimously to accept the recommendation of the Local Agency Formation Commission, whereby the Tam of Los Altos Hills would annex that portion of the southern half of O'Keefe and Summerhill Avenue and the eastern half of El Monte Avenue between said avenues and a line 576 feet west of 91 Monte and a line 1120 feet east of 81 Monte. cont Id.: 3. County Delinquency Coordinator requested to receive future copies of the Council Agenda. Council concurred that he be added to the mailing list. 4. Palo Alto advised that the area, near Page Mill Road and Moody toward Canyon Road, known as "Gypsy Camp" was within their jurisdiction and that they would follow through to clean up this nuisance. SCHEDULED ITEM NO. 1: RHUS RIDGE RANCHOS UNITS #2 and #3 (357-69) Tentative Map. Engr. G.S. Nolte. Staff advised that the Planning Commission had recommended this subdivision for approval at their October 26 meeting. In addition to the subdivision of 9 lots, which averaged 1.5 acres per lot, the applicant proposed to dedicate to the Town approximately 6 acres of "open space" along Adobe Creek. Council discussion noted that the Santa Clara County Flood Control and Water District had questioned the permanency of the box culvert crossing Adobe Creek. which provides access from Moody Road to the private Rhus Ridge Road serving the subdivision. Staff advised the private road agreement for maintenance of Rhus Ridge Road would incorporate provisions whereby the residents will be responsible to replace this crossing to the Flood Control District standards, if and when it fails. Floor participation included Mr. G. Ferrari, 25800 Altamont Road, who asked if the applicant had agreed to pay road in -lieu fees for the frontage along Moody Road. Speaking for Bassett Associates, Mr. Dan Dana stated they pre- ferred in -lieu payment. POTION, SECONDED AND CARRIED: Councilman Davey moved, seconded by Grabowski and carried unanimously that the Tentative Map of Rhus Ridge Ranchos Units #2 and #3 (357-69) dated October 22, 1970, be approved in accordance with revision B of the Check List dated October 26, 1970, UNSCHEDULED ITEM NO. 1: STATEMENT BY COUNCILMAN MARY C. DAVEY. "I believe in the Brown Act which forbids secrecy in government. One of the very few exceptions to the requirement of open meetings is the permission to discuss litigation. When I hear that exception being perverted to the use of political gossip, I will speak out in the name of truth and fairness; most especially as I am an official of one political party and the false rumor being bandied about in our secret council meeting concerned a candidate of another. "Let me now tell you gentlemen that your attempt to whitewash yourselves by censuring me will not work. Whenever and wherever I see anyone avoiding the anti -secrecy law I will speak. Anything you choose to whisper about behind closed doors is not thereby made confidential. "Nor without breaking any confidences, might it be possible for the Town Attorney to list those legal actions in which the Town is engaged." City Attorney stated that he was unable to provide such a list at this time from memory, but that he would prepare and forward this information to the Council. -2- UNSCHEDULED ITEM NO. 2: CONSIDER AMENDMENT TO THE UTILITY UNDERGROUNDING PROJECT (near Concepcion and Esperanza). Staff stated Mr. Richard E. Gross of 26304 Esperanza Drive had requested that the undergxounding of power and telephone lines be extended 100' uphill from the existing utility pole on his property, so that it would not be directly in front of his living room view. It was noted that the present 40' pole would have to be replaced with a 50' pole to accommodate the transition from underground to overhead and thus his current "eyesore" would be aggravated by an even larger pole. In addition to Nr. Gross, Floor participation included Mr. William Fallis, of the Pacific Telephone & Telegraph Co., who indicated they would go along at no extra cost, but Mr. Dan Alexander, of Pacific Gas & Electric Coos stated that since the area would not be accessible to allow the use of their machines, the additional 100' would cost approximately $1,000.00 as it would require all hand labor. Mr. Alexander stated that if the Council wished, this amount could be charged against future underground allocations. Council discussion ensued and Councilmen Corbett noted that future problems cm Id arise, since every project has a beginning and an end and also that, even by allowing this request, the same number of poles would remain. It was further noted that movement of the pole may result in impairing the view of other residents. MOTION, SECONDED AND CARRIED: Councilman Davey moved, seconded by Grabowski end carried unanimously that the request of Mr. Richard Gross to relocate the pole 100' uphill be approved providing those uphill neighbors falling within the sight line (as determined by Staff) advise in writing that they have no objections. UNSCHEDULED ITEM NO. 3: REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF A WALL MOUNTED MAP RACK FOR THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS. Staff stated that in order to adequately display the numerous maps used for Planning Commission and Council meetings it would be desirable to install a wall mounted map rack. Staff noted that if the Town provided the estimated $50.00 for materials, that Mr. Robert C. Cheney, 10737 Magdalena Roads volunteered to build it. MOTION, SECONDED AND CARRIED: Councilman Davey moved, seconded by Grabowski and passed unanimously by roll call vote (Councilman Helgessan Absent) to allocate $50.00 fox Map Rack materials. UNSCHEDULED ITEM NO. 4• REPORT ON LIGHT SIGNAL•SYSTEM FOR ROSTRUM AND REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO INSTALL Staff reported that in response to a Councilman's request to investigate the purchase of a light signal system, whereby members of the Council (or Planning Commission) could signal the Mayor (or Chairman) when they wish to speak, such a system could be installed for less than $50.00. Discussion ensued as to whether the light need be visible to the audience, as well as on the Mayor's panel. Council concurred that the matter be referred back to Staff to provide a new estimate with an additional light in front of each member visible to the audience. -3- UNSCHEDULED ITEM NO. 5: ( REQUEST FOR A SIK MONTH EXTENSION OF TIME TO FILE FINAL MAP FOR M. R. JOHNSON FOR A FCUR-LOT SUBDIVISION (301-65) AND FOR THE ADJACENT LAT (BSA -45-68). INION, SECONDED AND CARRIED: Councilman Davey moved, seconded by Grabowski and carried unanimously to approve a six month v tk ncitm for filing of the Final Map of the 4 -lot subdivision of M. R. Johnson (301-65) and the adjacent lot (BSA -45+68). UNSCHEDULED ITEM NO. 6: CONSIDER AN OFFER OF A "FLOOD PLAIN" STUDY FOR ADOBE CREEK, MADE BY THE SANTA CLARA COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL AND WATER DISTRICT. Staff advised that the Flood Control District is interested in making a feasibility study of Adobe Creek, with the idea of providing a flood plain and thereby eliminating the need for a "stexile concrete -lined channel". Before proceeding with the study, however, they requested that the City Council justify its cost by giving an indication that they would go along with such a concept and require adequate dedications on future developments to maintain such a flood plain. Council discussion ensued with Floor participation by Mr. G. Ferrari, and Mr. R. W. Towle, 26493 Weston Road. Council concurred that additional study was desired and requested Staff to agenda this item for the next meeting, with the hope that a representative of the Flood Control District could be present to answer questions. 4W UNSCHEDULED ITEM NO. 7: REPORT FROM THE "UNLICENSED DRIVERS" COMMITTEE. Mr. C. J. Quintana, 26513 Weston Drive, of the Unlicensed Drivers Committee, reported on the Committee's recent meeting and presented a proposed amend- ment to Ordinance No. 147 that would permit mini -bike operation during certain daylight hours, as well as establish rules and regulations for the operation of mini -bikes, i.e., registration, adequate mufflers, yielding to pedestrian and equestrian traffic, etc. Communications from Dr. Harold Schick, Chairman of the Committee, and Mrs. R. J. Nicholson, 26649 Snell Lane, were read by Staff. Both opposed a change to the current ordinances regulating mini -bikes. A petition signed by twenty-three residents, opposing any change, was submitted. Floor participation objecting to any change included: Mr. Dick Kroeck, 13333 Wildcrest Drive, Dr. Louis J. Alpinieri, 10632 Magdalena, Mrs. R. J. Nicholson, 26649 Snell Lane, Dr. and Mrs. Harold L. Schick, 26400 Weston Road, Mrs. Millie Saviano, 12620 Corte Madera Lane, and Mr. Bill Gemulla, 26333 Aric Lane. Speaking in support of Mr. Quintana's amendment were Messrs. R. W, Towle, Lee Kubby, 26756 Palo Hills, and M. R. Johnson, 26643 Weston Road, Council discussion noted the proposed amendment to the ordinance was directed to the benefit of a small minority of youngsters and, before recreating the Lnoise problem, additional study was desired. Council agreed that the i feelings of a broader cross section of the community were needed and thus a broader representation to the committee would be essential. Council concurrer that this matter be agended for next meeting, at which time the committee's membership and charge would be defined. -4- UNSCHEDULED ITEM NO. 8: REPORT Oto COMMITTEE REQUESTS FOR MONEY. Staff noted that committee requests for funds exceeded the $500.00 in the budget and thus certain expenditures would have to be postponed or financed by other means. MOTION, SECONDED AND CARRIED: Councilman Grabowski moved, seconded by Davey and carried by unanimous roll call vote, Councilman Helgesson Absent, that $350.00 for a sound measuring meter (Noise Abatement Committee) and $100.00 for tree identification signs at Town Hall (Tree Committee) be approved. UNSCHEDULED ITEM NO. 9: REPORT ON THE "LITTLE TWISTER" PATH. Staff noted that as yet no response from Mr. R. F. Galli has been received regarding acceptance of the proposed property trade to provide an easement for the path at the corner of the Galli property. To preclude any further delay in construction of the path, a resolution to pursue acquisition was presented. Council discussion concurred that the resolution be read later in the agenda and that the Town immediately proceed with construction in the area already within the road right-of-way. NOTION, SECONDED AND CARRIED: Councilman Corbett moved, seconded by Grabowski and carried by unanimous roll call vote, Councilman Helgesson Absent, that construction of the Little Twister begin immediately starting from Seven Acres Lane. UNSCHEDULED ITEM NO. 10: REPORT ON THE JUAN PRADO MESA ADOBE. Mrs, Florence Fava, Town Historian, reported that her research had pin- pointed the location of the Adobe on the Costello property near E1 Monte and Summerhill Avenues. The current owner, Mr. Jack Clark, had agreed to placement of a historical marker. Council directed Staff to contact the State to designate this location as an historical site. UNSCHEDULED ITEM NO. 11: APPOINTMENT OF A PLANNING COMMISSIONER. This item was deferred to a future agenda. STAFF REPORTS: 1. Staff noted the Palo Alto Council was considering this evening one of the alternatives proposed to the Livingston & Blaney Report, which was develop- ment of 1000 acres with 3000 homes, plus an eight acre shopping center. Council asked Mrs. Diane Miller, 13076 Vista del Valle Court, to observe for the Town and, if possible, to reiterate the Town's opposition on this proposal. (This item was discussed earlier in the meeting, but presented here for continuity of the Minutes.) In addition, Staff noted that the Palo Alto City Manager's report, suggesting various alternative financing AW of the Foothill Park,had been received. -5- RESOLUTIONS: 1. Resolution No. 606 - re Little Twister pathway. City Attorney introduced and read in its entirety Resolution No. 606, a resolution of the City Council of the Town of Los Altos Hills determining that the public interest and necessity require the acquisition of an easement and directing the filing of eminent domain proceedings. MOTION, SBCONDED AND CARRIED: Councilman Grabowski moved, seconded by Corbett and carried by unanimous roll call vote, Councilman Helgesso: Absent, to adopt Resolution No. 606 as read. WARRANTS: MOTION, SECONDED AND CARRIED: Councilman Grabowski moved, seconded by Corbett and carried unanimously by roll call vote, Councilman Helgesson Absent, that the warrants as presented in the amount of FOUR THOUSAND FIVE HUNDRED FIFTY-NINE DOLLARS and Eleven Cents ($4,559.11) be approved and the City Clerk authorized to draw the appropriate warrants. PRESENTATIONS FROM THE FLOOR: 1. Mrs. F. Fava complained about the lack of speed enforcement along Moody Road, which is in an unincorporated area. 2. Mr. Dan Alexander stated Pacific Gas & Electric Co. had received a request for street lights on Normandy Lane and asked for Town Is concurrence. Council requested Staff to advise Mr. Alexander as to the public or private road status of Normandy Lane. OTHER BUSINESS BY COUNCILMEN: 1. Councilman Davey noted the Traffic and Public Safety Committee was investigating the possibility of a 5 -man police force for the Town and suggested a computer reading be obtained as to its feasibility. Council felt suggestion had merit, but would be premature at this time. I:��FD71�:15ia}ppip There being no further business, Mayor Benson adjourned the meeting at 12:10 A. M. to: NEXT REGULAR MEETING: Monday, November 16, 1970 at 7:45 P. M, at Town Hall. Respectfully submitted, TED KL.UZEK City Clerk TJK/mam Town of Los Altos Hills 11/2/70 -6-