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HomeMy WebLinkAbout07-08-1985REGULAR MEETING - July 8, 1985 A regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Dublin was held on Monday, July 8, 1985 in the meeting room of the Dublin Library. The meeting was called to order at 7'32 p.m. by Mayor Peter Snyder. ROLL CALL PRESENT' Councilmembers Hegarty, Jeffery, Vonheeder and Mayor Snyder. ABSENT- Councilmember Moffatt. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Mayor led the Council, Staff and those present in the pledge of alleg- iance to the flag. KAUFMAN & BROAD DEVELOPMENT PROBLEMS Mr. Gordon Bowen, resident, expressed his concerns regarding the K & B project. He requested City Council to please investigate the problem of trucks parking on his street in front of his home, an outhouse situated right behind his back fence, and various other problems. Mayor Snyder advised Mr.-Bowen that he would have the City Engineer look into checking with K & B about these problems. Cm. Hegarty asked whether there were any drainage problems in regards to the K & B project. He was referring to the "V" ditches behind the property. Engineering has advised the Council that there are no drainage problems and there have never been any prior problems. Cm. Jeffery asked if dirt was typically compacted prior to final grading. Mr. Tong said that it was typical. Mayor Snyder said the City Engineer would look into the matter. FIREWORKS CONCERN Mrs. Annette Lennox expressed a concern regarding fireworks in the City of Dublia~,.~ She asked what could be done about the outsiders coming in and shoot{-~g them off in our neighborhoods. Cm. Jeffery agreed totally with Mrs. Lennox. CM-4-141 Regular Meeting ~ July 8, 1985 Mayor Snyder advised Council and the audience that the Council could not make a decision on this matter. It was brought up for vote several years ago. He also stated that State Law says you cannot ban fireworks, we cannot govern possession. . . . . CONSENT CALENDAR On motion of Cm. Vonheeder, seconded by Cm. Jeffery, and by unanimous vote (Cm. Moffatt absent), the Council took the following actions: Approved Minutes of Adjourned Regular Meeting of May 30, 1985; Regular Meeting of June 2~, 1985; & Adjourned Regular Meeting of June 25, 1985; Approved Investment Report for Period Ending June 30, 1985; Adopted RESOLUTION NO. 60 - 85 APPROVING PRELIMINARY ENGINEER'S REPORT, CONFIRMING DIAGRAM AND ASSESSMENT LANDSCAPING & LIGHTING MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT 83-2 Adopted RESOLUTION NO. 61 - 85 APPOINTING TIME & PLACE OF HEARING PROTESTS IN RELATION TO PROPOSED ASSESSMENTS (August 12, 1985 - 7:30 p.m.) LANDSCAPING & LIGHTING MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT 83-2 Authorized the City Manager to secure the services of Charles V. Bird, Financial Management Services to function in the capacity of a part-time Finance Director on an interim basis; Sidewalk Replacement Program, Handicap Ramp Construction and Silvergate Median Modification, Contract 85-1 - Accepted all improvements as being complete in accordance with the approved plans, specifications and modifications; Authorized final payment to Hess Constructions, Inc. in the amount of $9,6~7.50; Authorized an additional appropriation from reserves in the amount of $6,872; Reconstruction of Dublin Boulevard, Amador Valley Boulevard and Village Parkway, Contract 8~-8 - Accepted the improvements as being complete; Authorized final payment to Gallagher and Burk, Inc., in the amount of $~6,579.87; On motion of Cm. Vonheeder, seconded by Cm. Jeffery, and by unanimious vote (Cm. Moffatt absent), the Council approved Warrant Register in the amount of $311,723.3~; Regular Meeting July 8, 1985 PUBLIC HEARING DOLAN SCHOOL SITE MURRAY SCHOOL DISTRICT PLANNED DEVELOPMENT REZONING & TENTATIVE MAP 5402 Mayor Snyder opened the public hearing. Mr. Tong preSented the Staff Report. Sacramento Developers, applicant and Wilsey & Ham, project engineers, requested the City to rezone approximately 27 acres of property owned by Murray School District. Use of the site was governed by the Development Policies for residential sites contained within the City's General Plan which designates the site for a maximum of 88 single family lots. If the PD Rezoning and Tentative Map was approved, the next step for the developer would be to submit a SDR. The SDR would be handled at the Staff level and would be utilized to make a detailed analysis. Staff recommended that the following language be added to Condition #51 of the Resolution for the Tentative Map. "The developer shall further demonstrate that access, in a manner determined acceptable to DSRSD, be provided to that section of the sewer main located other than within the public right-of-way." Mr. DeHorn, manager of Wilsey & Ham explained briefly the project to the Council and audience. He explained the problems that the developers had regarding reducing pad elevations by five feet as indicated in recommended Condition 41. He reviewed on a lot by lot basis, his proposed pad elevation reductions. He discussed split level concepts, single story and two story type homes. He discussed the tree planting program, retaining walls, and the depth of the backyards. He stated that the applicant will provide an automatic irrigation system for the trees on the rear slopes. Cm. Jeffery asked what the typical backyard areas would be? Mr. DeHorn and Staff explained that, per recommended conditions of approval, the effective rear yard living areas would be maximized with no less than 1,375 sq ft and 15 ft minimum rear yard setbacks. William Morgan, developer, said that they had already plotted houses using an existing house plan/product line. To meet the recommended Condition 41, they would need to abandon their existing product line which cost about $250,000, and develop a new one. He asked if reducing the pad height from 27-30 ft tall down to 22-25 ft tall would really be that much. He also said that if a fence on top of the slope was built, the area behind could become a garbage dump. Mr. Morgan, in response to Cm. Jeffery, said three of the plans were being built in Pleasanton. It would take $15,000-$25,000 to adjust the plans. 0M-4-143 Regular Meeting July 8, 1985 In response to Cm. Vonheeder, Mr. Morgan. said a single story house would fit on Lot 32 without the loss of a lot. Mr. Mel Luna, Padre Way resident, expressed concern regarding grading and visual impacts. He was also concerned that the flag lots would become safety problems and the private road would be a maintenance problem. He was also concerned about the major erosion problems that are in this area. He stated the homeowner's should have yards that they can use. Mrs. Barbara Luna, Padre Way resident, was concerned about having 88 units instead of fewer and larger homes. She was concerned about the number of children that will be going to school in this area and if they will be an overload in the schools in this area. She also said that parking would be a problem and so would the soil erosion. Cm. Jeffery said that the schools can handle the small number of children that the project will generate. Mrs. Marie Grossman was concerned about the five acre park. She asked why a park had to be put into this area when there were other parks around town and so few children. Mayor Snyder explained to her that the General Plan designates park sites throughout the City and that parks were for all people, not just children in the vicinity. Mayor Snyder closed the public hearing. Cm. Hegarty stated his concern regarding the six flag lots. He said that every time you have a new project some problems or impacts are created. He said he did not favor requiring a five foot reduction in pad heights. Cm. ¥onheeder said she also was not sure if the five foot height reduction would help. She was concerned with the flag lots. She asked if both homeowner's owned the easement. She also asked if permanent decorative landscaping would be planted on the hills. Mr. Tong said that each homeowner of the flag lots would grant the other an easement for access, maintenance and landscaping. Mr. DeHorn explained that the homeowner's would be required to take over the watering when the home was sold. Mayor Snyder said that the effect of the five foot pad height reduction would be minimal. He favored using the reductions previ.ously stated by Mr. DeHorn. Cm. Vonheeder suggested that a condition be added requiring automatic irrigation systems as part of the erosion control measures. On motion of Cm. Jeffery, seconded by Cm. Hegarty, and by unanimous vote (Cm. Moffatt absent), the Council adopted ~ Regular Meeting July 8, 1985 RESOLUTION NO. 62 - 85 ADOPTING A NEGATIVE DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL SIGNIFICANCE CONCERNING PA 85-005 MURRAY SCHOOL DISTRICT and RESOLUTION NO. 63 - 85 APPROVING AND ESTABLISHING FINDINGS AND GENERAL PROVISIONS FOR A PLANNED DEVELOPMENT REZONING WITH DEVELOPMENT PLANS FOR A TWENTY-SEVEN ACRE SITE CONCERNING PA 85-005.1 MURRAY SCHOOL DISTRICT and RESOLUTION NO. 64 - 85 APPROVING TENTATIVE MAP 5402 CONCERNING PA 85-005.2 MURRAY SCHOOL DISTRICT with PD Rezoning Condition 41 amended on an individual lot basis, Tentative Map Condition 10 amended to include automatic irrigation, and Tentative Map Condition 51 amended to include access to the sewer mains on private property; and waived the reading and INTRODUCED an ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance to permit the rezoning of real property within the City of Dublin. PUBLIC HEARING AMENDMENT TO BUILDING CODE RELATING TO ACCESS TO BUILDINGS FOR HANDICAPPED Mayor Snyder opened the public hearing. Mr. Vic Taugher presented the Staff Report. Mr. Taugher stated that buildings containing dwelling units or guest rooms shall be made accessible to the physically handicapped as required by Title 24 California Administrative Code. Whenever there is a conflict between any provisions of Title 24 shall prevail. Mayor Snyder closed the public hearing. On motion of Cm. Hegarty, seconded by Cm. Jeffery, and by unanimous vote (Cm. Moffatt absent), the Council waived the reading and adopted ORDINANCE NO. 12 - 85 AMENDING CHAPTER' 2, ARTICLE 2 OF ORDINANCE NO. 02-84, BY ADDING A NEW SECTION 22.31 and 22.32 RELATING TO ACCESSIBILITY OF BUILDINGS TO THE PHYSICALLY HANDICAPPED CM-4-145 Regular Meeting July 8, 1985 PUBLIC HEARING ADOPTION OF THE 1984 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE Mayor Snyder opened the public hearing. Mr. Vic Taugher presented the Staff Report. Mr. Taugher Stated that the City should be adopting the National Electrical Code of 1984 for the City of Dublin. Mayor Snyder closed the public hearing. On motion of Cm. Vonheeder, seconded by Cm. Jeffery, and by unanimous vote (Cm. Moffatt absent), the Council waived the reading and adopted ORDINANCE NO. 13 - 85 AMENDING CHAPTER 3, ARTICLE 1, SECTION 31.2 OF ORDINANCE NO. 02-84, RELATING TO THE ADOPTION OF THE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE PUBLIC HEARING RESTRICTION OF COMMERCIAL TRUCK PARKING Mayor Snyder opened the public hearing. Mr. Ambrose presented the Staff Report. It was stated that the proposed ordinance would limit the parking of commercial trucks over 10,000 pounds and any commercially licensed auxiliary dollies or trailers. The existing ordinances apply a restriction of two hour parking to commercial vehicles in residential areas only. The proposed ordinance would extend these provisions to all city streets. During pickup and deliveries, the trucks would be allowed to park. It was recommended that the City Council conduct a formal public hearing and deliberate. Mr. Kinzel, Traffic Engineer for the City of Dublin, reviewed the practices of the other cities. Trucks are known to block the view of many intersections if they are allowed to park on the streets. Trucks do severe damage to the streets and pavements. Mr. Fred Lotze, Sunwood Drive, stated that only van lines were allowed to park at American City Truck Stop. Where are all the other truckers that live in the City of Dublin suppose to park their rigs? Ms. Anna Vargas, Hansen Drive resident, expressed concern about parking her rig in Manteca. She said her time spent on the freeway getting to and from her rig would be senseless. Can't something be done for the Dublin truckers? Ms. Carl Keller, Dublin Green Drive, leased with West Coast stated they were parking on Golden Gate Drive. They would like to have some alternative. CM-4-146 Regular Meeting July 8, 1985 Ms. Beverly Lognell, Calle Verde Road, stated she looked for a covered area to park her tractor-trailer and was quoted $800 a month for such an area. Why can't something be acquired for these individuals. They are willing to pay. Mayor Snyder closed the public hearing. Cm. Hegarty expressed a concern that Viking Lines was abusing the streets by parking along the streets. Mr. Lotze asked if a special permit could be given to the Dublin residents that had tractor-trailer rigs. Cm. Jeffery asked if Staff could investigate this issue a little further. Mayor Snyder closed the public hearing. On motion of Cm. Vonheeder, seconded by Cm. Hegarty, and by unanimous vote (Cm. Moffatt absent), the Council agreed to delay this issue for another month so that information could be sought from other cities. PUBLIC HEARING SAN RAMON ROAD SPECIFIC PLAN IMPROVEMENT ASSESSMENT DISTRICT Mayor Snyder opened the public hearing. On May 28, 1985, the City Council held a public hearing and received Staff and public input on the preliminary Engineer's Report. In response to the resolution calling for sealed proposals, the City received a total of three bids for this project. The low bidder was Redgwick Construction Company with a bid of $171,7~3. Staff has reviewed the low bidder's proposal, and found it to be in order. Mr. Robert Haight, legal bond counsel for the District was present at the meeting and explained legal details of the proceedings. Mr. Haight confirmed from the City Clerk that no written protests had been received. John Richardson, First California Regional Securities, Inc., was present in the audience, representing the Company that has made the bid for the bonds. Mayor Snyder closed the public hearing. On motion of Cm. Jeffery , seconded by Cm. Vonheeder, and by unanimous vote (Cm. Moffatt absent), the Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 65 - 85 OVERRULING PROTESTS ON RESOLUTION OF INTENTION TO ACQUIRE AND CONSTRUCT IMPROVEMENTS and Regular Meeting July 8, 1985 RESOLUTION NO. 66 - 85 and RESOLUTION AND ORDER ADOPTING ENGINEER'S REPORT CONFIRMING THE ASSESSMENT AND ORDERING THE WORK AND ACQUISITIONS RESOLUTION NO. 67 - 85 and AWARDING CONTRACT (to Redgwick Construction Company) RESOLUTION NO. 68 - 85 and DESIGNATING COLLECTION OFFICER (Finance Director) RESOLUTION NO. 69 - 85 AWARDING SALE OF BONDS PUBLIC HEARING ESTABLISHMENT OF LOADING ZONE, DUBLIN COURT Mayor Snyder opened the public hearing. Mr. Kinzel, Traffic Engineer for the City of Dublin, discussed briefly the 60 foot loading and unloading zone on Dublin Court. Deliveries could be made to the businesses and companies along Dublin Court. Captain Shores contacted the car dealers regarding their loading of automobiles in the middle of the street. They were noticed and have been complying so far. Mayor Snyder closed the public hearing. On motion of Cm. Hegarty, seconded by Cm. Vonheeder, and by unanimous vote (Cm. Moffatt absent), the Council waived the reading and on an urgency basis, adopted ORDINANCE NO. 14 - 85 ESTABLISHING TRAFFIC REGULATIONS LOADING ZONE ON DUBLIN COURT DOUGHERTY HILLS OPEN SPACE It was noted that this property was transferred to Beck Properties, who will be building the 150 single family homes that were part of the original sub- division that was approved by Alameda County. Mr. Ambrose presented the Staff Report. The developers of Tract 4719 have suggested that Dublin accept the open space within Tract 4719. CM-4-148 Regular Meeting July 8, 1985 This parcel represents one of the largest parcels of open ground within the City limits and, as such, can become a valuable resource to the residents of Dublin for visual open space and, if further developed, into active recreation uses such as hiking, picnicing, etc. Should the City accept this offer, the parcel could be put into a land bank for further recreational development once its specific uses are determined. No legal documents have been written up. Conceptual approval has been asked for. On motion of Cm. Vonheeder, seconded by Cm. Hegarty, and by unanimous vote (Cm. Moffatt absent), the Council directed the City Attorney to work with the developers in drafting an agreement. OTHER BUSINESS Contract for Police Services Staff reported that a letter had been received from Sheriff Dyer related to Dublin's concerns with the added layer of authority that the County was proposing in the new contract. The letter was watered down and not exactly what Dublin had hoped to receive. The City Council agreed to accept the letter as drafted by the Sheriff. SB 1051 Councilmember Jeffery requested that the City continue to oppose this bill. She requested that copies of the letter be sent to Assemblyman Baker. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting was adjourned at 11'35 p.m. .. ATTEST' Regular Meeting July 8, 1985