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HomeMy WebLinkAbout09-1982 Adopted CC MinutesRegular Meeting -September 13, 1982 A regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Dublin was held on Monday, September 13, 1982 in the meeting room, Dublin Library. The meeting was .called to order at 7-35 p.m. by Mayor Peter Snyder. PRESENT' Councilmembers Burton, Hegarty, Jeffery, Moffatt and Mayor Snyder. ROLL CALL PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Mayor led the Council, Staff and those present in the pledge of allegiance to the flag. MINUTES APPROVAL Minutes of the regular meeting of August 9, 1982, were approved as submitted on motion of Cm. Burton, seconded by Cm. Hegarty and by unanimous vote. CONSENT CALENDAR On motion of Cm. Jeffery, seconded by Cm. Burton, the Council voted unanimously to approve the following: Warrant Reqister dated September 10, 1982 in the amount of $127,230.44. Treasurer's report re revenues and expenditures for the period ending July 31, 1982; and the Treasurer's report re cash on hand by fund were order filed. The following resolutions were also approved~ RESOLUTION NO. 45 RESCIND REJECTION OF OFFER OF DEDICATION OF~STORM DRAIN EASEMENT AS TO CERTAIN. PORTiON ONLY;. ACCEPT OFFER OF DEDICATION OF SAME, RECORD RESOLUTION RESOLUTION NO. 46 QUITCLAIM STORM DRAIN EASEMENT TO ALAMEDA COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT RESOLUTION NO. 47 ACCEPTING SUBORDINATION OF EASEMENT PROCLAMATION DECLARING FOUNDER'S WEEK A proclamation declaring the week of September 27 through October 3, 1982 as Founder's Week was presented to Tom McCormick, Pr6'Sident of the Dublin Historical Preservation Association. Mr. McCormick gave a brief talk re background of activities related to this event. CM-I-131 CABLE TELEVISION Charlotte Severin and Darla Stevens addressed the Council with information and background of the work of both the Citizen's Cable Television Advisory Council and Tri-Valley Commun- ity Television Corporation. On motion by Cm. Hegarty, seconded by Cm. Burton, and by unanimous vote, the Council adopted the following reSolutions: RESOLUTION NO. 48 DESIGNATING THE CITIZENS CABLE TELEVISION ADVISORY COUNCIL AS THE OFFICIAL CABLE TELEVISION ADVISORY GROUP TO THE CITY OF DUBLIN The Council did recommend that the Advisory Council consider the adoption of a set of by-laws which set forth the method of appointment to the Advisory Council. Cm. Jeffery expressed desire that formal method be developed whereby Dublin will have two representatives on the Advisory Council. RESOLUTION NO. 49 DESIGNATING THE TRI-VALLEY COMMUNITY TELEVISION CORPORATION AS THE OFFICIAL BODY TO RECEIVE CABLE TELEVISION GRANT FUNDS TRAFFIC CONCERN Mrs. Laura Spitzer of Donlon Way expressed her concern to the City Council re the shortness of the walk light on the corner of Amador Valley Boulevard and Amador Plaza Road, leading into GEI~CO. She felt the timing should be adjusted to allow more time to cross this. busy intersection. Ray Burnham was in attendance at the meeting and indicated he would check into the situation. ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING PARKING RESTRICTIONS ON PENN DRIVE On motion of Cm. Moffatt, seconded by Cm. Burton, and by unanimous vote, the following ordinance was adopted and the reading waived' ORDINANCE NO. 20 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF-DUBLIN ESTABLISHING PARKING RESTRICTIONS ON PENN DRIVE ALAMEDA HOUSING AUTHORITY PROGRAM The Alameda County Housing Authority has operated a Section 8 Housing Assistance Program for low-income persons in the City of Dublin. If this program is to continue, the City Council needs to adopt a resolution authorizing the continuance. The City can also select a representative to sit on the Housing Commission. The individual nominated is subject to approval by the Alameda County Board of Supervisors. Ms. Ophelia Basgal addressed the Council, indicating there are currently 16 units being assisted under this program in the City of Dublin. After discussion, on motion by Cm. Moffatt, seconded by Cm. Hegarty and by unanimous vote, the following resolution was adopted: RESOLUTION NO. 50 AUTHORIZING THE ALAMEDA COUNTY HOUSING AUTHORITY TO ADMINISTER AND OPERATE A SECTION 8 EXISTING HOUSING PROGRAM WITHIN THE CITY OF DUBLIN CM-l-132 On motion by Cm. Moffatt, seconded by Cm. BurtOn, and by unanimous vote, Vice Mayor Peter Hegarty was nominated as the Dublin representative to the Housing Commission REQUEST FROM CITY OF PLEASANTON T.O APPROVE INSTALLATION OF TRAFFIC SIGNAL AT DOUGHERTY ROAD & I 580 Mr. Chris Kinzel, Traffic Engineer with 'TJKM, consultant for Hacienda Business Park project made presentation indicating not only proposed traffic signal information, but future long range plan for this intersection. On motion by Cm. Jeffery, seconded by Cm. Hegarty and by unanimous vote, the Council approved in concept the installation of a traffic signal on Dougherty Road and 1-580 and related i.mprovements with condition that every effort be made that both lights, on either side of 1-580 be installed Simultaneously. Staff was authorized to develop agreement with City of Pleasanton and proceed with environmental review.. Costs of installation, mainten- ance and modification to be assumed by Hacienda Business Park Developer. APPROVAL OF FINAL MAP - TRACT 4950 The final map for Tract 4950, a 79 unit subdivision being developed by Olympic Savings and Loan, has been reviewed by the City Engineer and found in conformance with the apprOved Tentative Tract Map.. This tract represents the first phase (79 units) of a 309 unit project. As part of the tentative map approval, the subdivision has been required to dedicate 40 feet of right-of-way to the City, in order to give the City total control over that pOrtion of Amador Valley Blvd., abutting this tract. The developer has also been required to give the City letters of credit for the prupose of widening Amador Valley Blvd.,'and the signalization of Amador Valley Boulevard, but not necessarily the intersection at Stagecoach Road, but rather between that intersection and the intersection of Amador Valley Blvd., and Dougherty Road. On motion of Cm. Jeffery, seconded by Cm. Moffatt, and by unanimous vote, the Council adopted the following resolutions: RESOLUTION NO. 51 APPROVING CONTRACT, FINAL MAP AND DIRECTING THE RECORDING OF FINAL MAP FOR TRACT 4950 . ~ RESOLUTION.NO. 52 .~ AUTHORIZE THE COUNTY SURVEYOR OF ALAMEDA~COUNTY TO ACCEPT DEPOSIT IN. LIEU OF PARK DEDICATION EOR TRACTi4950 · APPROVAL OF FINAL MAP - TRACT 4802 The final map for Tract 4802, a 90 unit subdivision being developed by Estate Homes of Northern California, has been reviewed by the City Engineer and found in conformance with the approved Tentative Tract Map. The City Council is required to approve the Final Map, if the map meets the conditions of Tentative Tract Map, the Subdivision Map Act and local subdivision regulations. On motion by Cm. Jeffery, seconded by Cm. Burton, and by unanimous vote, the Council adopted the following resolutions' RESOLUTION NO. 53 APPROVING CONTRACT,. FINAL MAP AND~i,DIRECTING THE RECORDING OF FINAL MAP FOR TRACT 4802, RESOLUTION NO. 54 AUTHORIZE THE COUNTY SURVEYOR OF ALAMEDA COUNTY TO ACCEPT DEPOSIT IN LIEU OF PARK DEDICATION FOR TRACT 4802 CM-l-133 COPY MACHINE ACQUISITION After discussion, on motion by Cm. Burton, seconded by Cm. Jeffery, and by unanimous vote, the Council authorized Staff to purchase a Royal 145R Copier at a cost of $11,722. POLITICAL SIGN ORDINANCE The City of Dublin, with the adoption of Ordinance No. 1, adopted the County Ordinance in effect at the time which prohibited the placement of political signs in the public right- of-way. On April 20, 1982 Alameda County adopted an ordinance which allows the placement of political signs in the public right-of-way provided that an encroachment permi.t is obtained. The County Road Department has requested direction from the City of Dublin as to whether it wants the Road Department to enforce the City's existing ordinance which prohibits signs altogether, or whether the Council wishes to adopt an ordinance similar to the County's. After discussion, the Council decided they did not wish to change the ordinance which the City ados)ted by reference frOm the County which prohibits the placement of any political sign in the public right-of-way. The Council emphasized that the County should enforce this ordinance and remove any signs which are within that right-of-way. OTHER BUSINESS On motion by Cm. Jeffery, seconded by Cm.' Hegarty, and by unanimous vote, the Council directed Staff to prepare a resolution commemoratinq the 10th anniversary of service of the San Francisco BART District, and forward to Robert Allen, Di'rector of District #5. RESOLUTION NO. 55 COMMEMORATING THE TENTH ANNIVERSARY OF SERVICE OF THE SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA RAPID TRANSIT DISTRICT (BART) Senate Bill 999 was recently approved by the Senate with no public committee hearings. This bill prohibits all cities from banning the sale of fireworks anywhere within their territory regardless of fire danger or local circumstances. The City Manager indicated he had sent a telegram to the Governor asking for an immediate VETO of this bill. On motion by Cm. Jeffery, seconded by Cm. Hegarty, and by unanimous vote, the Council directed Staff to send a letter to Governor Brown to be signed by Mayor Snyder on behalf of the City Council opposing thiS bill, not as an indication~of its position regarding the sale of fireworks, but rather on the basis that it represents an intrusion into an area which should be controlled locally. Mayor Snyder announced an upcoming bowling tournament in Dublin sponsored by Red Cross. Councilmember Hegarty introduced Tanya Clark, who was recently appointed as his alternate on the Library Commission. A discussion on the Supreme Court Decision on Proposition 13, Revenue and Taxation C. ommittee Meeting will be held this coming Thursday. Council reviewed preliminary design idea submitted by graphic artist on City seal and logo~. Mayor Snyder indicated lodging accommodations were confirmed for Council members attending League conference in San Diego in October. The City Manager indicated that if Council drove down San Ramon Road, they would notice that the famous little county dump is being dismantled. CM-l-134 Lt. Shores was present to comment on the situation wi th respect to large trucks, illegally parked on Si lvergate, and what the Sheriff's Department was doing about the matter. Shores indicated they had recently tagged three trucks - instructed to move immediately. The wife of one of the men who drives one of the trucks telephoned this morning indicating they had had an agreement with the County for several years al lowing them to park there and she didn't understand why the City was now taking this attitude about them parking there. They didn't realize they were doing anything wrong. Shores clarified that the shoulder was part of the roadway and the sign that ~says "no parking" applies to more than just the street area. They voided the three citations they wrote as there is a lot of confusion. Consensus was that three truckers now have the message and we will enforce it in the fUture. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the meeting it was adjourned at 10:55 p.m. 6/ Mayor ~ ~ Regular Meeting - September 27, 1982 A regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Dublin was held on Monday, September 27, 1982 in the meeting room, Dublin Library. The meeting was called to order at 7':35 p.m. by Mayor Peter Snyder. ROLL CALL PRESENT- Councilmembers Burton, Hegarty, Jeffery, Moffatt and 'Mayor Snyder. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Mayor led the Council, Staff and those present in the pledge of allegiance to the flag. CONSENT CALENDAR The minutes of the regular meetings of August 23 and September 13, 1982, the Warrant Register in the amount of $6,934.21, and the Treasurer's Report, on motion of Cm. Jeffery, seconded by Cm. Moffatt, and by unanimous vote were approved. PROCLAMAT I ON A Proclamation was presented to the organization "Sweet Adelines, Inc." in celebration of 37 CM-l-135 years of harmony in recognition of "Share A Song Week 1982", October 1-7, 1982. Eight members of the group were present and performed songs for the enjoyment of the Council and audience. COMMENDATION A proclamation of commendation was presented to Robert W. Adams, who assisted officers of the Dublin Police Service to ~subdue a suspect on September 5, 1982. Mr. Adams accepted and indicated he felt it was his duty to get involved.and offer help. w.he~e he could. REQUEST RELATED TO REMOVAL OF DUBLIN BOULEVARD MEDIAN H. Ben Maghsoudi addressed the Council with concerns with problem of access to his Shell Station at 11989 Dublin Boulevard. He is looking at possibility of opening a 24 hour Mini-Mart and felt removal of median would greatly increase his business. After discussion, because a contract City Engineer is to be on board approximately October 30th, their first project will be to look at general traffic problems in Dublin. PUBLIC HEARING - LOVENS APPEAL Woodworks Home Center and Willard R. Lovens were tentatively granted a Conditional Use Permit to allow operation of a tavern and a Variance to allow less than the required number of off-street parking spaces. Ross Woodard and John Tremoulis, Nasaw Properties, appealed the application. Willard Lovens addressed the Council stating he did not wish to belabor the fact, but did desire to give a little background. In July he applied for a Conditional Use Permit and a Parking Variance. He was under impression from landlord of the buildin~ that it was not in violation with CC&R's currently in use for that building. He was granted the Conditional Use Permit and the Parking Variance through Alameda County on July 14, with a 10 day appeal period. They did check with the County, although unfortunately they did not check on the last day, the day the appeals were filed. From there, he was under the impression, that because the County did not contact him, that the Conditional Use Permit and the Variance allowing the parking were in effect for one year. He could not open until 12 noon any day of the week, did not specify Saturday and Sunday. He then proceeded to take a loan on his home, purchase a liquor license and place it in escrow. Construction on the inside of the building was to begin last week and then on Friday, he received notice from the City of Dublin indicating the appeal would be heard at this meeting. That's approximately 2 months after the original Conditional Use Permit and Parking Variance were submitted and as he understood, were approved. He's in a very difficult position at this time, as he was-scheduled to open on Labor Day weekend. He has also committed himself to a rather sizeable loan. He wouldn't have gone this far had he been notified by the County. He realized it wasn't due to neglect on the part of the City, but was displeased with the fact that he was not notified by the County that an appeal was filed on the last day, although he did not personally check. He felt, however, that the County had an obligation to inform him that appeals were filed, and they did not. Mr. Tong stated that the files received from the County do not indicate whether or not notices were given. The structure is a two story with stairway located internally, however, from a building code standpoint, Mr. Tong pointed out, the upstairs cannot be used for retail business, but only for storage or private office. The building code-for occupancy for such a facility would allow one occupant per 15 sq ft of area. Eight tables would be provided as A well as bar seating for 16, so that is 48 people. Mr. Lovens indicated there is almost ..... 2,000 sq ft downstairs. The upstairs could be used provided another stairway was installed and in the future, if business permitted, Mr. Lovens indicated this. was a viable possibility. CM-l-136 Cm. Hegarty felt this would presen'c an even greater parking problem, tqr. Lovens clarified that he would use the upstairs for possible shuffleboard or pool tables., not requiring seating. It obviously would require parking spaces, but since the other businesses would not have the sanle operating hours as he, parking s~aces from adjacent location would be .vailabl.e. An additional 30 spaces are available across gardening strip behind Handyman ~-that are never usec~. ,He stated that even if he got u[~ to the ~laximum number of people (90) there would be enough parking. Mayor S~ySer asa(ed ~¢hether he had obtained permission to use the Handyman parking facility and the answer was negative. Cm. ~urton ex~re~sed opin'ion that 'there is a problem turning around should there be a fence erected, an even greater problem. Cm. Burton further questionecl fact 'that applicant believed he had received the green light from the County and elaborated that this whole process was for 1 year only. Mr. Lovens indicated he had owned his own business in the San Francisco area for years and has experience in this area, and felt that what he was proposin~ and what he had to offer, felt business would be successful. He felt that location was a good one and it could be seen from 1-650 and advertising would play an important part. John Carey, attorney for appellant, Nasaw Properties addressed the Council. Mr. Carey indicated he had reviewed Alameda County's file on this and saw that some notices did go out, but didn't recall who the people were. With regard to Mr. Lovens investments thus far, their primary objection is the parking, and it is unfortunate'that problems associated do exist. Police protection is a great concern, in that a business that closes down while alcoholic activities will exist exposes them to a great extent. He felt there was no reason to feel that Mro Lovens will run anything other than a first class operation, but fact remains that where there is alcoholic beverages served, problems do exist. To the extent that Mr. Lovens business succeeds, they fail. He felt that restriction placed upon future business to have restricted business hours, was an unintentional imposition of a restric- tion on tenants they can take in. He felt the City should not be an unwitting partner to a ._Jefinite restriction on the way the owners of the property in front can attempt to take investment into the property. Any of the-existing businesses that would wish to expand or stay open longer hours, would be prohibited. Strongly opposed to granting of Per~it and Variance. Freeman Graves, an attorney representing Gordon Fisk, owner of rear building addressed tile Council. t,~oodworks Home Center is located op.. part of ti~e rear property. The parking there, according to Mr. Graves is 38 spaces rather than 33 spaces. They're trying very hard to find someone to occupy the remaining site, and felt Mr. Lovens would make an ideal tenant. He felt there was mere than adequate parking spaces available as well as easy ingress and egress. They did not receive notice of the appeals. They felt Mr. Lovens should be 'given a chance, and be allowed to open his tavern for one year. After further discussion, on motion by Cm. Moffatt, seconded by Cm. Jeffery, and by majority vote, the Council denied the application allowing Mr. Lovens a Conditional Use Permit and Parking Variance, by the following vote: Ayes: Cm. Hegarty, Jeffery; Moffatt and Mayor Snyder; Noes: Cm. Burton. CITY SEAL & LOGO Mr. Frank Uh!ig presented several draft design concepts to the Council. After reviewing, the number was reduced to about 5 variations and the Council asked that he elaborate on t~ese 5 designs and come back at a later date with further elaborations to these designs. EMERGENCY AMBULANCE SERVICE PROGRAM AGREEMENT The City has been notified by Alameda County that the Board of Supervisors has approved the CM-l-137 renewal of the Emergency Ambulance Agreement with Fremont/Tri-Cities Ambulance Service, Inc., for a three-year term beginning July 1, 1982 and ending June 30, 1985. The Agreement provides emergency ambulance service to Zone IX, which includes. DUbli.n, Pleasanton, Livermore and the surrounding unincorporated areas Of .the County. Under the terms of the agreement, the City would be required to reimburse the County for all dry run services rende~ by the ambulance provider within the City of DUblin, and all standby services requested by either Dublin Police or the Dublin San Ramon Services District Fire Department. There are approximately 450 ambulance calls per year in the City of Dublin. Of those calls, approxi- mately 160 result in dry runs (no transport). Standby services are seldom ever used within the City. The cost to the City is $31.50 Per run or aPproximately $5,000 per year. On motion of Cm. Burton, seconded by Cm. Moffatt, and by unanimous vote the Council agreed to adopt resolution approving agreement. PARTICIPATION IN ALAMEDA COMMUNITY BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM The City has been invited to participate in the Alameda County Community Development Block Grant Program.. The program is intended to undertake community renewal and lower income housing assistance projects. The main criteria for project eligibility is that it benefits low and moderate income households. Mr. Lane Bailey from the Alameda County CDBG Program made presentation re the program to -- the Council. On motion by Cm. Burton, seconded by Cm, Hegarty, and by unanimous vote the Council recom- mended that the City. participate in the program by .entering into an agreement. POLICE TELEPHONE SERVICE Staff has investigated the cost of installing a switching system on the police telephone line which would automatically switch all calls made to the City office police number to Eden Township Station dispatch after 4:00 p.m. Police dispatch would be able to ascertain the nature of the callers inquiry and take appropriate action. The Staff requested that the Council authorize a $1,500 budget transfer from contingent reserve to building management account. Various telephone company means for accomplishing this were discussed. Call forwarding will be checked into and reported back at..next meeting. On motion by Cm. Burton, seconded by Cm. Hegarty, and by unanimous vote the Council authorized a budget transfer of $1,500. STREET LIGHTING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT Upon incorporation, the City was automatically excluded from the County Service Area for street lighting. However, the County Service Area continued to provide street lighting services to the City of Dublin up to July 1, 1982, because Dublin property owners had paid their assessments up to the end of fiscal year 1981-82. In order to defray street lighting costs from the City's general fund, in fiscal year 1982-83, the City Council on June 21, 1982 requested annexation to the County Service Area SL-1970-1. LAFCO and the County Board of Supervisors approved the annexation, with the understanding that the City would withdraw A from the County Service Area in approximately one year during which it would have adequate ~_t time to form its own local street li.ghting assessment district. Since the formation of such an assessment district can take several months, the Council should determine whether it wishes Staff to pursue the formation of a local street lighting.district. The formation of a local assessment district would require the services of a law firm and engineering consultant CM- 1 - 138 which specializes in this area. The Council discussed possibility of City controlled lighting and maintenance, On motion of Cm. Jeffery, seconded by Cm. Burton, and by unanimous vote the Council decided to defer this issue until January 1, 1983 at which time the mid-year financial forecast review will be available. OTHER BUSINESS Division Breakfast - League's Annual Conference The East Bay Division of the League of California Cities has scheduled' a Division breakfast meeting in conjunction with the League's Annual Conference in San Diego. Reservations will be made for all Councilmembers wishing to attend. Backlog - Possibility of hiring additional temporary help Cm. Burton expressed concern over the backlog of applications awaiting processing. He wished to open up for Council discussion the possibility of hiring additional temporary help to clear this backlog. After discussion, it~was agreed that Staff would provide Council with an update at future meeting on timing' of specific applications, and would be able to determine whether temporary assistance was needed at this time. Meeting by AD HOC Committee on Parks & Recreation Cm. Jeffery questioned recent meeting by AD HOC Committee on Parks & Recreation, as to feedback she had received related to the committee setting priorities. Cm. Hegarty clarified that the meeting was to get something out to the public as to what they wanted in a priority sense. He indicated they had asked the City Manager to get a cost estimate to do a professional survey. Communication from Gib Marguth Mayor Snyder indicated he. had received communication from Gib Marguth thanking City for their opposition to SB #53 and advising that.the bill was dropped in light of all the opposition. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the meeting it was adjourned at 11:55 p.m. May~r // ATTEST '~ ~ City Clerk CM-1 -.1.39 Regular Meeting - October ll, 1982 A regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Dublin was held on Monday, October ll, 1982 in the meeting room, Dublin Library. The meeting was called to order at 7-30 p.m. by Mayor Peter Snyder. ~,~I1~ ROLL CALL PRESENT' Councilmembers Burton, Hegarty, Jeffery, Moffatt and Mayor Snyder. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Mayor led the Council, Staff and those present in the pledge of allegiance to the flag. CONSENT CALENDAR The minutes of the regular meeting of September 27, 1982, the Warrant Register in the amount of $85,671.15, denial of claim by Daniel J. ReYes, proclamation declaring October 1982 as "DAV Handicapped Parking Awareness Month", on motion of Cm. Jeffery, seconded by Cm. Hegarty, and by unanimous vote were approved. REQUEST OF FIRST AMENDMENT POLITICAL ACTION COALITION REGARDING CABLE TELEVISION Beth Grant DeRoos, 8467 Deervale Road, Dublin, addressed the City Council and voiced her ~ concern that the entire cable television issue was plain silliness, long on hype and publicity and short on facts. She was very concerned over the lack of fairness and area of grave censorship concerned her greatly. Ms. DeRoos indicated she had conducted a survey of 425 households, contacting them by telephone, and only 10 reported noticing any problem with Escapade, and they weren't mad or upset. She advised them that by calling Viacom, they could have the audio portion turned off. They responded that they were not aware that they could have the sound portion taken off, but would contact Viacom. Cm. Burton felt the issue was not whether Or not to have Escapade on the airwaves, but rather whether the equipment is sufficient to meet the contract-. ~ Mayor Snyder felt it was not really an issue the Dublin City Council should be involved in, as long as Viacom complies with their contract. He furtherindicated'he felt it.~i-ar~e~-'' for the issue to have been drug thru the Pl easanton City Council. ~&~ ORAL COMMUNICATIONS RON NOBLE Ron Noble, 7048 Elba Way, Dublin addressed the Council stating he was present in a quasi- status as Vice President of the Dublin San Ramon Services District Board of Directors. His position gives him some information he wished to share, although he was not present in an official capacity speaking for the Board. He wished to clear the air on an incident that occurred the prior Friday night. A fellow member of his Board heard a newscast indi- cating that the Services District Board of Directors had arbitrarily selected the City Council as the target for creating a barrier between the two entities; specifically that they had formulated a policy which prevented his group from having any interaction without jumping through hoops and a lot of prior behind-the-scenes establishment of priorities, etc. Mr. Noble stated he was the author of the policy and wished to clarify the feelings of the CM-I-140 ·