HomeMy WebLinkAbout10/21/1968CITY COUNCIL
TOWN OF IAS ALTOS HILLS
MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING
October 21, 1968
REEL 13, SIDE 1, TRACK 4 - FOOTAGE 300 - 541
Mayor Wm. Ross Aiken called the Regular Meeting of the City Council of the
Town of Los Altos Hills to order at 7:45 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 Benson, Fowle, Helgesson,
Mayor Aiken. Absent: Councilman Davey (arrived 7:48 P. M.).
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: October 7, 1968.
Councilman Helgesson moved, seconded by Benson, that the Minutes of October 7,
1968 be approved as submitted, was carried by a majority voice vote,
Councilman Fowle abstaining.
COMMUNICATIONS•
City Manager reviewed the following:
1. John A. McWilliams, 950 North San Antonio Road, Los Altos, dated
October 12, 1968, requesting abandonment of Lupine Road Plan Line.
to City Manager noted that the Purissima Hills County Water District had
installed a water line along the Plan Line and stated it would not appear
to be in the public interest to abandon the Plan Line.
MOTION, SECONDED AND CARRIED: Councilman Fowle moved, seconded by Helgesson
and carried unanimously, that the Staff be directed to notify Mr. McWilliams
of previous reliance on the Plan Line and the Council's desire to maintain
same.
Councilman Davey arrived at 7:48 P. M.
2. Pierre George Leroux, 26970 Arastradero Road, dated October 12, 1968 re
improvement requirements for the Whitcomb Subdivision on Arastradero Road,
requesting Council action to enforce subdivider's compliance to these require-
ments.
City Manager stated that no subdivision agreement or bond exists on the im-
provements since a Parcel Map was filed on the subdivision. City Manager
further stated that the improvements could definitely be assured at the time
Lots #1 and #3 are approved as building sites.
Council concurred that the Staff should notify Mr. Leroux of the above
situation.
3. Letter addressed to Planning Commission from Alan S. Hart, Division of
Highways, dated October 7, 1968, requesting delay on the rezoning of the
8.124 acre parcel owned by the State in the vicinity of O'Keefe Avenue and
Junipero Serra Freeway, pending a determination of who the potential
purchaser might be.
Division of Highways cont'd.:
LCity Manager noted that the Planning Commission had unanimously recommended
to the Council that the proposed zone change from R -A (Residential -Agricultural)
to OSR (Open Space Reserve) for the 8.124 acre parcel in the vicinity of
O'Keefe Avenue and Junipero Serra Freeway be approved. City Manager reviewed
success of other communities in achieving similar rezoning to open space
usage and recommended that the Council set a date for a Public Hearing on
the rezoning.
Council concurred and set a Public Hearing for the rezoning of the subject
8.124 acre parcel on November 4, 1968.
4. Frank N. Shriver, President of Los Altos Hills Association, dated
October 17, 1968, noting the problem of disregard for both public and private
property by a minority group of horseback riders, and recommending the
adoption of an ordinance imposing a fixed fine for riding horses on posted
private property or landscaped public property.
City Attorney stated that the State had previously occupied this field of
legislation. City Manager suggested a review of the possibility of erecting
partial barriers on paths posted to exclude horses.
Mayor Aiken requested the Staff to contact stables in the Town in an attempt
to limit horseback riding after dark.
Council concurred with the above recommendations.
4W 1. Mayor Aiken announced that Preston Burchard had resigned as Chairman
of the Tree Committee due to time limitations but will continue to serve on
the Committee.
Mayor Aiken recommended the appointment of Wilfred George as Chairman.
Council concurred.
NEW BUSINESS: BUILDING SITE APPROVAL:
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1. C. J. LIST (13SA-48-68) 1 lot, 1.01 acre net, Magdalena Road.
Staff report was presented, noting the Planning Commission recommended
approval of the 1.01 acre lot created prior to incorporation of the Town,
subject to a 30' dedication along the south side of Magdalena Road, the
construction of a path along Magdalena Road, and in lieu road payment for
Magdalena frontage. City Manager indicated that it would be desirable
fox the Town to participate in a joint venture with the applicant for actual
road construction on the Magdalena frontage.
MOTION, SECONDED AND CARRIED: Councilman Helgesson moved, seconded by Benson
and carried unanimously, that the request of C. J. List (BSA -48-68) 1 lot,
for building site approval, be approved subject to the conditions of the
Check List.
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STAFF REPORTS: CITY MANAGER:
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1) Reviewed proposed Proposition #7, which would allow cities to use State
subventions for any purpose which they feel desirable at the local level in-
stead of only for State purposes (law enforcement and street purposes).
MOTION, SECONDED AND CARRIED: Councilman Benson moved, seconded by Helgesson
and carried unanimously, that the Council go on record as urging a "YES"
vote on Proposition #7.
2) Noted legislation will be introduced in 1969 which would authorize
General Law Cities to impose a 5% tax on utility bills. City Manager noted
that if the Town ever desired to impose this tax in the future, it would
generate approximately $60,000 revenue per year and that the Council would
be kept informed of developments in this area.
3) Reviewed recent participation by the Building Inspector, Clayton J. Smith,
in the confiscation of approximately 150 marijuana plants in the area of
Elena Road and the apprehension of the cultivator.
MOTION, SECONDED AND CARRIED: Councilman Benson moved, seconded by Davey and
carried unanimously, that the Council commend Clayton J. Smith for his service
to the Town above and beyond the call of duty.
4) Noted the National League of Cities Annual Conference will be held
December 7-11, 1968 in New Orleans, Louisiana.
Council concurred that Councilmen Benson, Davey and the City Manager should
4 review this matter and report back to the Council.
5) Requested permission to design certificate for retiring Councilmen and
Planning Commissioners.
Council concurred.
PRESENTATIONS FROM THE FLOOR:
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1. Mrs. Elizabeth Ronsiek, 13023 Vista del Valle Court, noted the increased
spread of roadside litter, particularly along Robleda Road.
Council requested City Manager to alert the Sheriff's Office to this problem.
2. Mr. Frank N. Shriver, 12451 Stonebrook Drive, presented photograph of
litter at the corner of Stonebrook and E1 Monte.
Council directed Staff to contact Foothill College for their assistance and
to install anti -litter signs in this area, said signs to include the amount
of fine for litter (maximum $500.00 fine).
3. Mrs. D. Miller, 13076 Vista del Valle Court, questioned the allowance
of overhead utility lines in regard to the construction of new homes.
Council requested Staff to review this matter with Mrs. Miller.
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STAFF REPORTS CONTINUED: CITY ENGINEER:
1) Reviewed the City of Palo Altos' request for the Town to grant an
�r encroachment permit for approximately 200' of gas line on Page Mill Road.
City Engineer stated the line location is outside of the traveled way and
that any damage to the road would be repaired by Palo Alto.
MOTION, SECONDED AND CARRIED: Councilman Helgesson moved, seconded by
Benson and carried unanimously, that the Town grant an encroachment permit
to the City of Palo Alto for the requested gas line on Page Mill Road.
WARRANTS:
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MOTION, SECONDED AND CARRIED: Councilman Benson moved, seconded by Helgesson,
that the bills as presented in the amount of $4,468.36 (FOUR THOUSAND, FOUR
HUNDRED SIXTY-EIGHT DOLLARS and Thirty-six Cents) be approved and the City
Clerk authorized to draw the appropriate warrants, was carried by the follow-
ing roll call vote: Ayes: Councilmen Benson, Davey, Fowle, Helgesson, Mayor
Aiken. Noes: None. Absent: None.
OTHER BUSINESS BY COUNCILMEN:
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1. Councilman Davey expressed regret of being unable to attend the Annual
League of California Cities Conference in Los Angeles and returned the $100.00
advance.
City Manager noted that a report of the highlights of the Conference was
4 available.
STAFF REPORTS CONTINUED: CITY ATTORNEY:
1) Stated that a closed hearing had been set for November 12, 1968 to hear
findings on litigation re Sewer Assessment District No. 2.
There being no further business, Mayor Aiken adjourned the meeting at
8:29 P. M. TO:
NEXT REGULAR MEETING: Monday, November 4, 1968, at 7:45 P, M, at the Town
Hall.
Respectfully submitted,
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DENNIS R. LAHR
City -Clerk Treasurer
DRL/mam Town of Los Altos Hills
10/21/68
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