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HomeMy WebLinkAbout08-08-1983 Adopted CC MinutesREGULAR MEETING - AUGUST 8, 1983 A regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Dublin was held on Monday, August 8, 1983 in the meeting room of the Dublin Library. The meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m. by Mayor Snyder ROLL CALL PRESENT: Councilmembers Burton, Hegarty, Jeffery, and Mayor Snyder. Councilmember Moffatt was absent. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Mayor led the Council, Staff and those present in the pledge of allegiance to the flag. CONSENT CALENDAR On motion of Cm. Jeffery, seconded by Cm. Burton, and by unanimous vote, the Council approved the Warrant Register in the amount of $168,477.94; Financial Report for Period Ending June 30, 1983 (Pro-Forma); Agreed to discuss assumption of the Dublin San Ramon Services District's aquatics program at a future joint meeting; Agreed to refer letter from Murray School District re disposal of Fallon School Site to Park & Recreation Advisory Committee for consideration of desirability of this site for park and recreation use. VEHICLE STORAGE IN FRONT YARD Mr. Roland Grison, 7177 Rosita Court, addressed the Council related to a letter he had received from the County of Alameda, Building Inspection Department regarding a zoning investigation they were acting upon, based upon a complaint of the storage of a vehicle he is restoring in his driveway. Mr. Grison stated he was very confused regarding the rules, and was seeking clarification. Mr. Grison did not feel he was in violation of any zoning regulation. Mr. Tong, explained that the zoning ordinance prohibits the storage of inoperable vehicles or auto repair in the front yard. Mr. Grison stated he is not repairing a vehicle, he is restoring a vehicle. It is neat and clean, and he didn't feel he was creating any mess or hazard. Cm. Burton questioned how Mr. Grison had received letter from the County. Mr. Tong indicated that an official complaint was filed and the Zoning Investigator was sent to the site to investigate the alledged violation. Mr. Grison stated he must appear on the llth of August in Hayward. CM-2-135 Regular Meeting August 8, 1983 Cm. Hegarty expressed concern that Mr. Grison would have to go to Hayward, but also felt he would like to see our town cleaned up. He felt the ordinance is basically a good one, but there are probably a long list of items that the City could get very picky on as far as enforcing. Cm. Hegarty indicated he was not troubled by a site inspection of this project, but what he saw in many other parts of town did bother him. Cm. Hegarty felt that if Mr. Grison could assure he would do his best to get the car restored as soon as possible, the situation could be tolerated. Mr. Tong suggested a possible solution would be to move the frame into his garage. Mr. Grison indicated that at the present time, his wife is doing furniture repair and upholstery work in the garage. She will be gone until the end of the month, and Mr. Grison indicated he needed time to work this situation out. Mayor Snyder asked that action be delayed in order to review. Staff was directed to discuss the particulars of the zoning ordinance and the consensus of the Council was to continue action on this situation until September 12th. Cm. Burton stated he was uncomfortable with the way zoning investigations were being conducted. The City Manager explained that the alternative was to hire a full time zoning.investigator, and strictly enforce the zoning ordinance. Mr. Jim Davis, 7178 Rosita Court stated he was annoyed that the County Zoning Inspector has become involved in what appears to be a petty squabble among neighbors. Mr. Davis questioned Mr. Tong's interpretation of the zoning ordinance. REQUEST FOR STOP SIGNS VILLAGE PARKWAY @ WINEBERRY Elizabeth Schmitt, 8358 Cypress Court, presented a petition signed by neighbors requesting that stop signs be placed at the intersection of Village Parkway and Wineberry. Because there are currently about 130 homes occupied in this particular housing tract, with about 30-40 additional homes soon, some means of traffic control is needed. Many children cross Village Parkway in order to get to Murray School. Staff was directed to investigate and report back at a future meeting. INTRODUCTION OF BUILDING INSPECTION STAFF Mr. Ambrose introduced the City's new Contract Building Official, Victor Taugher and members of his Staff who will be assisting and working in the City of Dublin. CM-2-136 Regular Meeting August 8, 1983 Mr. Taugher introduced and gave brief background summaries on: Bob White, full-time Building Inspector; Clark Keeney, part-time Building Inspector who will be available as needed; Eugene Pester, Acting Building Official on an as needed basis. The Council welcomed Mr. Taugher and his Staff to the City of Dublin. COUNTYWIDE PARAMEDIC PROGRAM In November 1982, the voters of Alameda County approved a ballot measure advising the Alameda County Board of Supervisors to establish a paramedic service countywide by means of a countywide assessment district. The assessment to property owners was not to exceed $10 per year. Voters in the City of Dublin voted in favor of the County paramedic program by 78%. Since the passage of the advisory measure, the County Health Services Agency has worked in the development of a plan to be implemented Countywide. Following discussion, on motion of Cm. Burton, seconded by Cm. Jeffery, and by unanimous vote, (Cm. Moffatt absent) the Council adopted: RESOLUTION NO. 39-83 CONSENTING TO THE INCLUSION OF THE TERRITORY OF THE CITY OF DUBLIN IN THE FORMATION OF THE COUNTY SERVICE AREA OF PARAMEDIC EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES PARKING RESTRICTIONS ON SILVERGATE DRIVE At its meeting of July 11, 1983, the City Council introduced an ordinance establishing a no parking zone on the northerly curbline between Dublin Green Drive and San Ramon Road, and westerly of Dublin Green Drive for a length of 100 feet. This proposed no parking zone will eliminate approximately six (6) existing on-street parking spaces on Silvergate Drive. However, visibility for motorists entering the intersection of Silvergate Drive and Dublin Green Drive will be significantly improved. On motion of Cm. Jeffery, seconded by Cm. Hegarty, and by unanimous vote (Cm. Moffatt absent), the Council waived the reading and adopted: ORDINANCE NO. 9-83 ESTABLISHING TRAFFIC REGULATIONS NO PARKING ZONES - SILVERGATE DRIVE CM-2-137 Regular Meeting August 8, 1983 1983-84 ANIMAL SHELTER & FIELD SERVICE AGREEMENTS The City Manager presented the Staff report, giving history of those services provided to the City of Dublin. The total net cost will be approximately $26,300. Modifications with relation to insurance indemnification was discussed. Following discussion, on motion of Cm. Burton, seconded by Cm. Hegarty, and by unanimous vote (Cm. Moffatt absent), the Council approved agreements with modifications recommended by Staff and authorized a budget transfer from Contingent Reserve to Animal 'Control Account in the amount of $941. PUBLIC HEARING WINNING ACTION INVESTMENTS APPEAL On July 5, 1983, the Planning Commission reviewed an application for Tentative Parcel Map 4008, submitted by Mr. Fred L. Houston of Winning Action Investments, Inc. The developer proposed to subdivide a 4.7 acre parcel into three parcels. The site is located on the east side of Dougherty Road, approximately 800 feet north of Scarlett Court. The site currently contains an office building, truck stop, and truck repair business. The developer has indicated a desire to add a warehouse and cafe to the proposed parcels. The Planning Commission approved (4-0) Tentative Parcel Map 4008, subject to conditions. The developer and his consultant engineer, Mr. Ron Archer, have appealed some of the conditions of approval. The issues were 1) access: The developer wishes to provide access by a private easement, rather than a public roadway. 2) drainage: The developer wishes to modify condition which requires the developer to either obtain a drainage release from the railroad, or develop an alternative, approved by the City Engineer. The deVeloper wishes to simply request a drainage release from the railroad. 3) street trees: The developer wishes to plant street trees only along Dougherty Road, rather than also along the southerly street frontages. Mayor Snyder opened the public hearing. Mr. Fred Houston, Appellant addressed the Council. He explained that the subject property was 6117 Dougherty Road, approximately 440 yards from the intersection of Dougherty Road and Dublin Valley. Just north is a triangle shaped property, containing a lumber company. To the south is Borcher Brothers and the Gelderman property, which has been for sale for 20 years, ever since Dublin was developed. Across the street is the bowling alley. Mr. Houston explained that they operate a maintenance truck stop, and it was the first property to be developed in this area in 1969. The property has been active as a truck depot ever since that time. He has owned the property since 1979. They do not plan to change the use of their property; they have a 10 year lease on the property. They wish to make the property better and CM-2-138 Regular Meeting August 8, 1983 more active, and mostly for a better business venture. This property has a lot of problems caused by railroads, by Counties, etc. Mr. Houston explained his reasons for wanting a parcel split. They must split the property to build on Parcel C and to obtain financing. They wish to completely light and asphalt the property and they have a petroleum company out of Concord that wishes to come in and put in a keycard type of 24 hour gas station. Mr. Houston explained that this parcel of land is underwater 5 months of the year. They have a serious drainage problem. Mr. Houston felt that the conditions as set forth by the Planning Commission were too restrictive and unrealistic. They leave them with no legal way to move. Mr. Houston explained that they have large semi trucks that enter the property, make a loop and fuel up or back in and park. The nearest other truck stops of this type are one on the other side of Vallejo and one in San Jose, Oakland and one on Highway 5. They are requesting a private street in order to avoid having to put in curbs and gutters and trees, as the big semi's will knock over the trees and damage the curbs. They would propose to put in the indented type of curb to get their drainage. On motion of Cm. Burton, seconded by Cm. Jeffery, and by unanimous vote (Cm. Moffatt absent), the Council adopted: RESOLUTION NO. 52-83 ADOPTING A NEGATIVE DECLARATION CONCERNING PA 83-016 WINNING ACTION INVESTMENTS TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP Various ways to alleviate the drainage problems were discussed. On motion of Cm. Burton, seconded by Cm. Hegarty, and by unanimous vote (Cm. Moffatt absent), the Council agreed that: 1) street will be public, with no curb, gutter, sidewalk, but with rolled curb; 2) trees will be clustered; and 3) drainage to be worked out with City Engineer RECESS A short recess was called. The meeting reconvened at 9:55 p.m. with all Councilmembers except Cm. Moffatt present. CM-2-139 Regular Meeting August 8, 1983 DUBLIN BOULEVARD @ REGIONAL STREET ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING PASSENGER LOADING ZONE The Superintendent of Postal Operations, U. S. Post Office has requested that a stretch of white curb be painted in front of Homestead Savings on the northeast corner of Dublin Boulevard at Regional Street, in order to put a mailbox at this site on the street, thus allowing people to drive up and deposit mail into the mailbox. On motion of Cm. Burton, seconded by Cm. Jeffery, and by unanimous vote (Cm. Moffatt absent), the Council waived the reading and introduced the ordinance. SPEED STUDIES DAVONA DRIVE, SIERRA COURT & LANE, STARWARD DRIVE AND TRINITY COURT Chris Kinzel presented the Staff report and explained that it was Staff's position that certain modifications will reduce confusion for motorists in areas studied and provide a more realistic speed limit where warranted. On motion of Cm. Burton, seconded by Cin. Hegarty, and by unanimous vote (Cm. Moffatt absent), the Council agreed to 1) waive reading and introduce ordinance establishing speed limits on Sierra Court and Sierra Lane, and 2) authorized installation of additional 25 mph sign for northbound traffic on Starward at Gunshot, and 25 mph signs on Sierra Court, north of Trinity Court and on Trinity Court. With respect to the speeding in the vicinity of Davona Drive, it was Staff's position that radar enforcement would be the only efective tool in reducing speeding on that street. If the City is successful in its application to the State Office of Traffic Safety for a citywide traffic study, Staff will be able to address the utilization of a radar in a more comprehensive manner. RIDGELANDS REGIONAL PARK PROPOSAL Betty Dawson, Pleasanton, made presentation to the City Council with respect to a petition requesting that the East Bay Regional Park District initiate a Regional Ridgeland Park Feasibility Study in the area generally known as Devaney Canyon, Tehan Falls-Main Ridge, Pleasanton Ridge, and Sunol Ridge. The study should include local citizen participation, public hearings to determine the size and nature of a po.ssible regional ridgeland park, and the amount of a local bond issue needed to accomplish the recommended proposal. The study could result in a local ballot measure requiring 2/3 voter approval for land acquisition and special tax financing. Ms. Dawson explained that the study should take approximately 6-12 weeks. Cm. Jeffery questioned the bond issue being local only. CM-2-140 Regular Meeting August 8, 1983 Cm. Burton asked who would pay for the study. It was explained that the money was already in the park district coffers to pay for this study. If the money isn't spent on the study, then it will be used for other park district purposes. Mayor Snyder clarified that they did not need the permission of the Council to conduct this study, but this presentation was for information only. OTHER BUSINESS Slurry Seal Cm. Jeffery stated that in several places, the slurry seal that was recently done is unsatisfactory, namely on Amador Valley Boulevard. The City Manager indicated that certain areas, Amador Valley Boulevard and Circle Way, will have to be redone. AB 1428 Mayor Snyder indicated he had received communications advising that it is absolutely essential that elected offiCials from each City contact their Legislators by August 15th and describe the impacts on their community resulting from pending proposals. Mayor Snyder suggested adapting a recent letter that was sent to Cortese. Police Cars The City Manager indicated that the new police cars are being painted and equipped and should be on the streets soon. RECESS TO EXECUTIVE SESSION At 10:55 p.m., the Council recessed to closed session for discussion of personnel related matters. RECONVENE TO PUBLIC MEETING At 11:18 p.m., the public meeting was reconvened and the Council adopted the following personnel related resolutions: RESOLUTION NO. 40-83 AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 21-82 SECRETARY TO CITY MANAGER/DEPUTY CITY CLERK COMPENSATION CM-2-141 Regular Meeting August 8, 1983 RESOLUTION NO. 41-83 AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 44-82 & NO. 33-83 PLANNING SECRETARY AND SECRETARY COMPENSATION ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the CoUncil, at 11:22 p.m. the meeting was adjourned. ATTEST: Mayor CM-2-142 Regular Meeting August 8, 1983