HomeMy WebLinkAbout11/16/1970CITY COUNCIL
TOWN OF LOS ALTOS PILLS
MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING
November 16, 1970
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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 7:55 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, Davey, Grabowski and Mayor Benson. Absent:
Councilman Helgesson.
PLANNING COMMISSION REPRESENTATIVE: Commissioner Spencer.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: November 2, 1970
Councilman Grabowski moved, seconded by Corbett and carried unanimously that the
Minutes of November 2, 1970 be approved as written.
COMMUNICATIONS:
1. Notice from Kaiser Foundation Health Plan, Inc. informed of rate increase
r effective January 1, 1971 for Employees Medical Plan.
�r Council concurred that this increase should be paid by the employee.
2. Letter from Mr. David A. Tucker, State Park Historian, advised that the Town
make an appointment, when convenient, to our representatives to meet with him in
Sacramento to file the papers that request Juan Prado Mesa Adobe be declared an
historical site.
3. Alan S. Hart, District Engineer for the Division of Highways, stated that they
will soon install grid -type grates on catch basins located at Purissima with
Arastradero and Elena. This will allow safe crossing of bicycles.
4. The Town insurance carrier has advised that the annual liability coverage for
the period November 1, 1970 to November 1, 1971 will be $2,914. Discussion noted
that there would be some adjusting decrease due to the completion of certain
litigation.
5. County Public Works informed of their Community Landscaping Participation
Program for expressways. It was noted that landscaping plans had been prepared
but County funds were not available to contract the landscaping.
SCHEDULED ITEM NO. 1:
GIULIE, JOE D. (BSA -61-70) Request for Building Site Approval of 1 lot, lot 618,
Pink Horse Reach Unit 61, Tract 61684.
Staff noted that the Planning Commission had reviewed this request at their
November 9, 1970 meeting and had recommended its approval. The two conditions,
Lpertaining to a path easement across the corner of the lot and park in -lieu fees,
ar were discussed.
SCHEDULED ITEM NO. 1: Giulia, Joe D. (SSA -61-70) Cont'd.
MOTION, SECONDED AND CARRIED: Councilman Davey moved, seconded by Grabowski and
carried unanimously that the request of Joe D. Giulia for Building Site Approval
(BSA -61-70) for lot #18 of Pink Horse Ranch Unit #1, Tract #1684 be approved in
accordance with the Check List dated November 9, 1970.
SCHEDULED ITEM NO. 2:
PARKSIDE REVISED TENTATIVE MAP II -B, Units 02, 3 and 4 - 20 lots, Deer Springs Way
and Byrne Park Lane off Altamont Road. Engr. Sandia 6 Associates.
Staff noted Mr. Lambert had submitted a new revised Tentative Map on which the
Planning Commission had held a public hearing at their November 9, 1970 meeting and
had recommended approval, with conditions as spelled out in their approved Check
List dated November 9, 1970.
Council discussion noted concurrence with the Planning Commission's recommendation
for approval of the Tentative Map II -B.
MOTION, SECONDED AND CARRIED: Councilman Corbett moved, seconded by Grabowski
and carried unanimously to approve the Tentative Map II -B for Parkside Unita #2,
3 and 4, dated November 5, 1970, in accordance with the Check List dated
November 9, 1970.
NOTE: Additional Condition E of the Check List states approval of Tentative Map
II -B supercedes all portions of the two previously approved Tentative Maps of
December 2, 1968 and August 3, 1970 for Parkside, except for those conditions
pertaining to Unit I, Tract #4657.
This revision of the map did not include the 10.873 acres above Moody Court since
it is not to be subdivided at this time. Mr. Lambert reiterated his previous
offer to allow a seven year option to the Town to purchase approximately 4' acres
of this parcel situated above Moody Court.
SCHEDULED ITEM NO. 3:
PARKSIDE REVISED TENTATIVE MAP II -B, UNITS #2 3 and 4 - REQUEST FOR PREGRADING.
Staff noted the pregrading requested on the Tentative Map approved in August 1970
was also requested for Tentative Map II -B. It was further noted that although
lot lines were realigned, the lots essentially had the same road frontage.
MOTION, SECONDED AND CARRIED: Councilman Grabowski moved, seconded by Corbett and
carried unanimously that the pregrading as defined and recommended in the
Planning Commission Minutes of November 9, 1970, be approved.
SCHEDULED ITEM NO. 4:
PARKSIDE REVISED TENTATIVE MAP II -B, UNITS #2, 3 and 4 - REQUEST FOR VARIANCES.
Staff stated that variances had been requested for lots #22, 27, 33, 35 and 36. All
of these requests were to allow a Bide setback from 30' to 20', except lot #22 for
which a side setback from 30' to 5' was requested. At the November 9, 1970
Planning Commission meeting the variances for lots #27, 33 and 35 were recommended
for approval, but denied for lots #22 and 36.
Council discussion noted that lot #22 adjoined the park corridor and that a variance
would allow the building site to be located on a knoll, which would provide a
better view. Consensus was that the 30' to 5' change in setback was extreme
however.
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SCHEDULED ITEM NO. 4: Parkside Revised Tentative Map II -B, Cont'd.
MOTION, SECONDED AND CARRIED: Councilman Corbett moved, seconded by Davey and
carried unanimously to approve a variance for aide setback on lot #22 of Parkside
Unit #2 from 30' to 20' along the southerly lot line.
Discussion of the variance request for lot #36 noted that the request to reduce
the side setback seemed reasonable in view of the terrain and also since the
Planning Commission had recommended approval of a variance on lot #35 which would
move the adjoining building site farther away from lot #36.
MOTION, SECONDED AND CARRIED: Councilman Davey moved, seconded by Corbett and
carried unanimously to approve a variance to move the side setback for lot #36
from 30' to 20' along the southerly lot line.
Council concurred that the variances for lots #27, 33 and 35 as recommended for
approval by the Planning Commission were reasonable.
MOTION, SECONDED AND CARRIED: Councilman Davey moved, seconded by Grabowski and
carried unanimously that the variances for lots #27, 33 and 35 as described below
be granted.
Lot #27 (Unit #4) - permit the reduction in the side setback along the
west side from 30' to 20'.
Lot #33 (Unit #3) - permit reduction in both side setbacks from 30' to
20'.
L Lot #35 (Unit #3) - permit reduction in the side setback along the south
• side from 30' to 201.
SCHEDULED ITEM NO. 5:
FitAL MAP FOR PARRSIDE UNIT #2, TRACT #4875 (351-68 File #i - 7 lots
Engr. Saudis & Associates.
Staff noted that this Final Map for seven lots was in conformance with Unit #2 as
designated on the Revised Tentative Map II -B, approved above. Also all conditions
had been met for filing of this Final Map; i.e., improvement plans had been
submitted and the estimated cost of improvements had been accomplished.
Staff recommended that approval of this Final Map be conditioned with the applicant
providing:
1. A signed option to the Town for the 4+ acres of open space above Moody Ct, and
2. A recordable document (scenic easement) whereby developmental rights would
be dedicated to the Town so that no more lots could be built upon the
remaining units (Units #3 and 4) than are shown on the approved Tentative Map
II -B of Parkside.
MOTION, SECONDED AND CARRIED: Councilman Corbett moved, seconded by Grabowski
and carried unanimously that the Final lisp for Unit #2 of Parkside be approved,
conditioned upon the applicant providing Staff with an acceptable option for the
Town to purchase the proposed open space above Moody Court, plus an acceptable
recordable scenic easement which would limit developmental rights for Units #3 and
4 to that shown on the approved Parkside Tentative Map II -B.
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SCHEDULED ITEM NO. 6:
FINAL MAP FOR LANDS OF MC FARLAND (370-70) 7 lots, La Paloma Road. Engr. M.W. Wolff.
Staff noted that the Final Map presented for this subdivision met all conditions
of the Check List and was in conformance with the approved Tentative Map.
MOTION, SECONDED AND CARRIED: Councilman Davey moved, seconded by Grabowski and
carried unanimously that the Final Map for Lands of McFarland (370-70) be approved.
UNSCHEDULED ITEM NO. 1:
FLOOD PLAIN STUDY ON ADOBE CREEK (cont'd from 11/2/70).
Mr. John Richardson, representing the Santa Clara County Flood Control and Water
District, discussed the conditions of their offer to make a flood plain study on
the upper reaches of the Adobe Creek and asked that the Council advise of their
desire for such a study, so that the funds could be earmarked for their next fiscal
year budget.
Council discussion ensued with floor participation by Mrs. Wm. Eastman,
13221 E. Sunset Drive, who spoke in support of the concept.
In response to questions pertaining to taxes paid to the Flood Control District,
Mr. Richardson explained that the District was divided into five zones by water-
shed and that the Town of Los Altos Hills fell within the purview of the Northwest
Zone. All taxes collected within this zone were used within the area which extends
from the Stevens Creek Water Shed up to Palo Alto. This district's concern is
restricted to the principal drainage creeks of Adobe, Barron and N.atadero.
Although the study would encompass the entire area, primary attention would be
given to the feasibility of the flood plain concept for Adobe Creek.
Councilman Grabowski expressed reservations that if dedications along the flood
plain were required, that it would infringe on the property owners' rights. He
also suggested continuance of this matter would allow utilizing Councilman Helgessods
engineering background to review this plan.
MOTION, SECONDED AND CARRIED: Councilman Davey moved, seconded by Corbett and
carried by majority vote (Councilman Grabowski opposed), that the Town submit a
written request to the Santa Clara County Flood Control and Water District advising
of the Town's desire that they effect a study of a flood plain concept along
Adobe Creek.
UNSCHEDULED ITEM NO. 2:
CONSIDER OFFER OF DEDICATION OF 5+ ACRES OF OPEN SPACE (with certain conditions)
by Frank B. Duveneck.
Staff stated that Mr. Frank B. Duveneck wished to complete the dedication of the
open space area shown on the Tentative Map of Rhus Ridge Ranchos Units F2 and d3
(357-69) prior to the end of this calendar year. They proposed certain conditions
go with this dedication of five plus acres along Adobe Creek.
The conditions restricted access to pedestrians, equestrians and bicyclists and
prohibited installation of public rest or recreational facilities to assure it
would be retained in its natural state. It conditioned the dedication on the Town
providing one man -day every three months for maintenance and inspection.
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40 UNSCHEDULED ITEM I10, 2: Consider Dedication Offer Cont'd.
Mr. Duveneck noted that this area 1s one of the few places in Los Altos Hills with
a "living" stream all summer.
MOTION, SECONDED AND CARRIED: Councilman Davey moved, seconded by Grabowski and
carried unanimously that the offer of dedication for the open space along Adobe
Creek as shown on the Approved Tentative Map of Rhus Ridge Ranchos Units #2 and N3
(357-69) dated October 22, 1970 along with its respective conditions and restrictions
be accepted.
Mayor Benson expressed the gratitude of the Town for the receipt of this scenic
open space and inquired of Mr. Duveneck if he considered his lands within the sphere
of influence of Loa Altos Hills. Bringing smiles to all present, Mr. Duveneck
stated "yes, I do --all of my property --it's certainly not in Palo Alto".
UNSCHEDULED ITEM NO. 3:
REPORT ON PROGRESS OF UNDERGROUND UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1.
Staff reported that Mr. Gross had withdrawn his request to move the end pole 100'
uphill, since one neighbor objected to that location and thus the utility companies
were proceeding with their original plans.
UNSCHEDULED ITEM NO. 4:
CONSIDER REQUEST FOR PERMISSION TO INSTALL STREET LIGHTS ON NORMANDY LANE -
Staff Staff noted that Normandy Lane was a public road and therefore Tom permission
would be required before any street lights were installed. Since the property
owners in this area were not sure at this time whether they wished to proceed,
Council concurred that no action need be taken until a formal request is received
by the Town, since the developer had already provided drainage facilities.
UNSCHEDULED ITEM. NO. 5.
REQUEST FOR REFUND OF DRAINAGE FEE - RICHARD B. OLIVER.
Staff noted Mr. Oliver who recently constructed a home on a lot in Pink Horse Ranch
Unit 02, was required to pay the drainage fee of .06C a square foot for the area
covered. Mr. Oliver objects to this assessment and requested a refund from the
Town.
Council agreed to continue this matter to the next meeting when Councilman Helgesson
would be present, so that he could explain to Mr. Oliver the research given to
preparation of this Ordinance and the need for each site development to be
assessed due to the additional run-off caused from covered areas, in addition to
what the subdivider pays for drainage fees due to the run-off from street improve-
ments, etc.
UNSCHEDULED ITEM N0. 6:
REPORT FROM MAYOR BENSON ON ACTION TAKEN RE: "UNLICENSED DRIVERS COMMITTEE".
Staff read communications from Mrs. George Krieger, 26555 Aric Lane, Dr. Harold
Schick, 26400 Weston Road, Mr. Saul Levin, 26521 Aric Lane and J. R. Nabers,
13900 Fremont Pines Lane. All opposed any relaxation of ordinances adopted to
Lalleviate mini -bike noise.
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UNSCHEDULED ITEM NO. 6: Report from Mayor Benson Cont'd.
Mayor Benson noted that at the last meeting, it was suggested that the Unlicensed
Drivers Committee be enlarged or reorganized to include members of the Noise
Abatement and/or Traffic and Public Safety Committees. He stated that having given
this matter considerable thought, that he was dissolving the Unlicensed Drivers
Committee and was assigning the problem of mini -bikes to the Traffic and Public
Safety Committee, who were being asked to provide the Council with a detailed study
and report.
UNSCHEDULED ITEM NO. 7:
REQUEST OF A ONE YEAR EXTENSION TO FILE A FINAL MAP ON DEER PARK ESTATES -
SUBDIVIDER PAGE MILL PARK, INC.
Staff reported that the subdivider had requested a one year extension for filing
his Final Map on Deer Park Estates. It was noted that under the law this would be
the last extension allowable.
MOTION, SECONDED AND CARRIED: Councilman Corbett moved, seconded by Davey and
carried unanimously that the final one year extension be granted Page Mill Park, Inc..
for the filing of the Final Map for Deer Park Estates.
UNSCHEDULED ITEM NO. 8:
REQUEST FOR PERMISSION TO CLOSE TOWN HALL NOVEMBER 27th.
6W The City Manager stated that the neighboring Towns of Palo Alto, Mountain View,
Los Altos and Cupertino were all closed the day after Thanksgiving as had been our
policy for the past few years. He noted, however, that the Ordinance requires
Council approval for this to be done.
Council discussion with participation by Staff, Mrs. Diane Miller, 13076 Vista del
Valle, and Mr. R. C. Cheney, 10737 Magdalena, ensued as to the need as well as
inconvenience that might be caused residents.
MOTION, SECONDED AND CARRIED: Councilman Davey moved, seconded by Mayor Benson
and carried by majority vote (Councilman Corbett opposed) that the Town Hall be
closed on November 27.
Council concurred that a review of holidays was warranted to preclude future mis-
understandings and directed this matter be agended for next meeting.
STAFF REPORTS:
1. Mr. Fritschle advised that Mr. Galli had agreed to the offer by the Town to
exchange pieces of property and that construction of the path around the "Little
Twister" was progressing.
2. Staff advised the cost for the alternate light signal for use by the Council
and the Commission would be insignificant.
MOTION, SECONDED AND CARRIED: Councilman Grabowski moved, seconded by Corbett
that funds be allocated for installation of the signal light system visible to
the audience was carried by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Councilman Corbett,
Grabowski and Mayor Benson. Noes: Councilman Davey. Absent: Councilman Helgesson.
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4 STAFF REPORTS: Cont'd.
3. It was noted the proposed Horse Ordinance be further reviewed and that a public
hearing be agended for January 18, 1971.
4. Mrs. Fava asked that residences be advised of the "Dig In" at the site of
Juan Prado Mesa on Saturday, November 21, at 11:00 A.M. It was noted that
television coverage would be provided and that a local manufacturing company
would donate detection equipment to aid in locating the original adobe walls.
5. The City Attorney related all present as well as pending litigation in which
the Town is a party.
PRESENTATIONS FROM THE FLOOR:
1. Mrs. Diane Miller expressed her concern over the cluster development on
O'Keefe that Los Altos had approved.
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 FOURTEEN THOUSAND ONE HUNDRED NINETY -SIR
DOLLARS AND Thirty -Six Cents ($14,196.36) be approved and the City Clerk authorized
to draw the appropriate warrants.
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ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business, Mayor Benson adjourned the meeting at 11:20 P.M.
to:
NEXT REGULAR MEETING: Monday, December 7, 1970 at 7:45 P.M. at Town Hall.
Respectfully submitted,
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TED J. UZEK
City Clerk
Town of Los Altos Hills
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