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TOWN COUNCIL WEEKLY DIGEST
Weekof.June 18-22, 2007
Tiburon
1. Correspondence from Peggy Curran - re: Lyford Undergrounding Status
2. Thank You from BellTib Library - re: Dave Davenport Farewell Lunch
Agendas & Minutes
3. Minutes - TEA - April 9, 2007
4. Minutes - TEA - May 19, 2007
5. Minutes - Design Review Board - June 7, 2007
6. Action Minutes - Design Review Board - June 21,2007
Regional
a) Bay Area Home Builder - June 2007 *
b) Estuary - June 2007 *
c) Comcast Bay - May 2007 *
d) Correspond. Dep.Health & Human Svcs - re: Nat'l Alcohol & Drug Addiction
e) Meeting Announcement - GGNRA - Draft Environ. Impact Statement
f) Correspondence from G.G. Bridge District - re: Suicide Deterrent Study
Agendas & Minutes
g) Agenda - Richardson Bay Regional Agency - June 21, 2007
* Council Only
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Town ofliburon. 1505 Tiburon Boulevard .liburon, CA 94920. P. 415.435.7373 E 415.435.2438 · www.ci.tiburon.ca.us
June 6, 2007
Lyford Cove Utility UndergroUJ?d Project Property Owner
Tent 'Gr.am
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Re: Lyford Cove Utility Underground Project Status
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Vice'Mayor
The project continues to move along towards completion. The project contractor,
Maggiora & Ghilotti, completed the mainline joint trench and property laterals
within the public right of way in the latter part of April and has recently installed
the new street light foundations, poles, and luminaries. M&G has reduced their
work force on the job and are currently working on project "punch list" items.
These items include project area cleanup, improvements needing corrective
action, and recent contract change order work.
Miles 'Berger
Councilmember
Ali.ce:Fredericks
C~l.lncilmember
Paul' Smith
Councilmember
The lateral work on private property has, to a great degree, been completed by all
property owners. A small percentage of all private property laterals remain to be Margaret A. Curran
completed. The Town and your neighbors appreciate the efforts of everyone to get Town Manager
all property laterals ready for wiring by the utilities.
PG&E and Comcast personnel have begun the work of wiring the mainline
backbone system and AT&T personnel will shortly follow with their mainline
work. Then the three utilities will wire their respective laterals to the property
service panels. You may have noticed at your own property that M&G has blown
string line through the lateral conduits (telephone-yellow, cable-blue/white, and
power-white tape). Both telephone and cable will be adding additional lines
within the conduits for multi-unit properties.
Conversion day, the day you will be converted from the existing overhead system
to the new underground system, is still a month or two off for some properties and
maybe three to four months into the future for others. The utilities will be
converting properties in bunches rather then everyone on a single day. You will
be notified some days in advance of conversion day to schedule your electrician
to be at your property on conversion day . All wiring and conversion activities are
under the control of the three utilities and outside the control of the Town.
Street restoration work by M&G will begin by the end of June and be completed
within 52 working days (2 and ~ months). All asphalt paved public streets that
were subject to utility trenching will be improved with two inches of asphalt
except for Paradise Drive which will be slurry sealed. We will need your
cooperation to remove your vehicles from the street area when your street is to be
paved. We will give you notice of the date of the paving work on your street.
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We expect the three utilities to commence removal of the poles and overhead
wiring in November-December of this year. The utilities do the removal work in
several stages. First PG&E removes their facilities and Comcast does the same for
their facilities and then the top section of the pole is removed. Then AT&T
follows with the removal of their facilities and what is left of the utility pole is
removed from the ground. February 2008 is the estimated date that all overhead
utilities will have been removed and hopefully your view to the Bay and general
surroundings will be unobstructed.
. Please do not hesitate to call Town Hall (435-7359) if you need help or further
information on the project. Thank you.
Sincerely, ,
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, Peggy Curran, Town Manager
Cc: Town Council
Nick Nguyen, Director of Public Works/Town Engineer
Al Petrie, Consultant - Utility Underground Projects
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Belvedere- Tiburon Library
1501 Tiburon Boulevard
Tiburon, California 94920
(415) 789-2665
DIGEsr
RECEIVED
JUN 2 1 2007
June 19, 2007
TOWN MANAGERS OFFICE
TOWN OF TIBURON
Peggy Cu rran
Tiburon Town Manager
1505 Tiburon Blvd.
Tiburon, CA 94920
Re: Dave Davenport's farewell party
Dear Peggy:
Debbie and I wish to thank you and your capable staff for inviting us to
Dave's party last Friday at Dynasty. He was a genuine pleasure to work with and
we will miss him very much. The party was a really nice tribute and we were
honored to be included in the festivities. Thanks so much for being great
neighbors!
Kind regards,
the Library Director
BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING
Minutes of April 9. 2007
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The HllARfTA-11BURON ECUMENICAL ASSOCIA110N
100 Ned's Way - Tiburon, California 94920
Officers:
President - Keith Lester
V ice President - Charles Quick
Secretary - Barbara Garcia-Romero
Treasurer - Carl Weichel
DIRECTORS PRESENf.
The Hilarita Residents Association (HRA):
Pamela McConnell-Douglass. Dorothy Larson, Gillian Lovejoy,
Angela Lorenz-President ex-officio
Community Congregational Church (CCC)
Barbara Brooks, Keith Lester, Carl Weichel
St. Stephen"s Episcopal Church (SSEC)
Barbara Garcia-Romero, Koko Peters, Michael Peters
Westminster Presbyterian Church (WPC)
Dennis Leary, Richard Leonards, Charles Quick
Town of Tiburon Representative - to be appointed
TOWN MANAGERS OFFICE
TOWN OF TIBURON
DIRECTORS ABSENT:
* excused
HRA- Mary Ann Alvarado*, Carol Michelson, Susan Solomon-Browne
Community At-Large Representative - Michael Heckmann
arHERS PRESENf' Linda Tilton, Director of Property Management, The John Stewart Co. (JSC)
Julius Kermah, Administrator - The Hilarita Apartments. JSC
Steve Douglass -resident
. the agenda may be changed without prior notice
A QUORUM IS 7
1 MEETING CALL TO ORDER
President Lester detennined that a quorum was present and called for order at 7:30 PM in the Community
Resource Center of The Hilarita Apartments.
2. MINUTES OF THE MARCH 12 2007 MEETING
~ (P. M-DouglasslR Leonards) that the Board approve the March 12, 2007
minutes upon amending pg. 3, item 10 #1, 2nd sentence: "...prices for
building foundation. slab, etc." Unanimous
3 CORRESPONDENCE & ANNOUNCEMENTS
There were none.
4. OPEN FORUM
1. The recent JSC conference was of interest to many of the Directors who stated the desire to attend
next year if agreeable to JSC as it could add to the proficiency of the Director on this Board.
2. A suggestion for placement of the contemplated additional storage on-site was given, and the
President recommended that this be a matter of discussion for the HRA who is researching the
feasibility of this matter.
5 The HILARITA RESIDENTS ASSOCIATION (HRA) REPORT
Meets every third Monday of the month at 7:30 PM.
Angela Lorenz, HRA President, reported that:
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1 . At the HRA meeting, the exterior paint color preference was chosen;
President Lester said that atthough the time spent on a resident survey for an exterior color choice is
admirable, it was done without the knowledge of the Buildings & Grounds Committee and reminded the
HRA that the Committee has governance over this matter. It was agreed at the March 12, 2007 Board
meeting that large paint swatches will be displayed for all residents to view and choose their preference
and this will be done.
2. 13 residents signed on for the on-site garden project.
S SECRETARY'S REPORT
Barbara Garcia-Romero - no report.
7 TREASURER'S REPORT
Carl Weichel advised that the Board's Bank of Marin checking account balance is $4,570.94. There was
one payable in the amount of $26.36 to cover miscellaneous office expenses.
8 The JOHN STEWART CO PROPERTY MANAGEMENT REPORT ,
A - Linda Tilton, Director of Property Management:
1. the Management and Occupancy Review by CAHI is scheduled for April 18-19, 2007. The office has
been in the process of amassing all of the data required for this review which is as it was for the 2006
review. [Details of the requirements are included in the JSC report sent to all Directors.]
2. a letter has been sent to the Town of llburon requesting a waiver of fees associated with the
maintenance workshop building permit. This will be considered, JSC believes, at the April Town
Council meeting.
3. inasmuch as this Board has shown interest in the recent JSC AnnualConference, JSC will advise the
Board of the next scheduled conference so that Directors wanting to attend may do so.
4. the annual John Stewart Educational Opportunity Grants have been awarded. Please refer to the bios
of the winners in the JSC report.
In discussion, it was the consensus that HRA should advise residents of this opportunity and to spur their
interest in submitting an application. The Hilarita office has the particulars for this program, and any
interested resident need only to go in and ask for the 1low to' material, or, the information is available on
the JSC web site.
5. JSC received a letter from Thomas Narasky, CPA, advising that he has d8aded to retire as a partner of
Bowers, Narasky & Daley, LLP. We were assured that there should be no significant staff changes as
Scott Smith and another CPA have conducted the actual audit of books each year for the last several
years. The financial audit begins in mid July and if the H- TEA Board intends to review proposals from
other audit finns, a request for same should be done in 60 days or so.
6. a reminder: if anyone has questions on the Tenant lease to please send an e-mail to Ms. Tilton so
that she may be prepared to address such issues at the H- TEA Board meetings.
B - Julius Kermah, Administrator:
1. three of the four scheduled rehab units have been completed with work on the fourth unit to begin in
the next two to three weeks.
2. the janitor position was reopened. Screening has been done on new applicants. As of today, we
have a new janitor on staff.
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3. a few weeks ago PG&E was on-site assessing how best to decrease the utility costs. There were
suggestions such as installing different outside building lights and exchanging all light bulbs with
energy efficient fluorescent bulbs
In discussion, it was recommended that Management contact PG&E to see if there are any programs,
similar to the rebate programs on energy efficient refrigerators held last year, that would assist with the
implementation of its suggestions.
4. the exterior color paint swatches are to go up soon. Tony, Maintenance Supervisor, has been looking
for the best places for this display to capture different climate moods of the day.
5. other Schedule B work: concrete work on the side walks should begin soon; the landscaper will be
installing the netting and new plants in a week or so; expect bids on the maintenance workshop
foundation in a week or so; American Asphalt is projecting its work to begin in the next few weeks. We
are still meeting targets for work to be done, and we will meet the deadline.
There was appreciation from a"residentJ[)irector for Julius' work in getting the newly installed fire alann
system up and performing as intended.
9 ON-SITE COMMITTEE REPORT
Meets fourth Thursday of the month at 6:00 PM as needed. Committee: Koko Peters-c, Barbara Brooks,
Carol Michelson, Richard Leonards
Koko Peters - no report.
10 BUILDINGS & GROUNDS COMMITTEE REPORT
Me9/s laSt Friday of Ihs month at 7:30 AM as fI6Bded. CommitIee: ~ 11ecIl....mn-c. Mary Ann / GUlian
Lovejoy, Michael Peters, Charles Quick -- (!.,
Michael Heckmann (absent). It was reported that Michael has done the drawings to go out to bid on the
maintenance workshop. This building is to be prefabricated to our specifications and the raising will take
only a short time. BuHdings & Grounds will continue to work out plans and details and the Board will be
kept informed of the procedures.
11. COMMUNITY TRAINING & SERVICES COMMITTEE REPORT
Meets first Friday of the month at 6:00 PM as needed. Committee: Barbara Garcia-Rornero-c, ggrothy Latson,
Angela Lorenz, Susan Solomon-Browns
Barbara Garcia-Romero advised that there was no tutoring this Easter holiday week, and that Phuong Lam
is researching the feasibility of bringing in wireless internet.
In discussion on funding this project, there were questions, I.e. would HUn agree to fund this project;
could grant applications be submitted outside for awards? Ms. Tilton advised that individual residents
would have their own subscription payment to meet. The CLC will keep the Board informed on the
progress of this new venture.
12 FINANCE COMMITTEE REPORT
· This report is proprietary and not to be discussed outside of this meeting
Meets 8S needed. Committee: Carl Weichel-c, Dennis Leary, Michael Peters
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Carl Weichel advised that:
1. he had called for e-mail meetings regarding the proposed 2007-2008 budget.
2. in view of our longtime auditor Thomas Narasky of Bowers, Narasky & Daley, LLP having resigned,
what is the wish of this Board? Do we want to continue with the existing firm or seek proposals from
others?
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In disaJssion, it was noted that Mr. Narasky's finn is recognized for its knowledge in the ways of HUO.
Ms. Tilton said that she could look into getting proposals from other firms for the H- TEA. President Lester
suggested that the Committee work with JSC in researching possible alternatives and bring back its
recommendations to this Board. Further, it was suggested that a letter of appreciation be sent to Mr.
Narasky thanking him for his many years of service and assistance to this Board.
13 OLD BUSINESS
There was none.
14 NEW BUSINESS
There was none.
15. EXEClITlVE SESSION
- · This session is confidential and not to be discussed outside of this meeting
There was no can for an Executive Session.
16 DATE OF NEXT MEETING & ANNUAL WALK AROUND
The next Board of Diredors meeting will be called to order at 9:30 AM on Saturday May 19, 2007 in the
Community Resource Center of The Hilarita Apartmen1s.
COURTESY CALL: Please remember that a quorum is required to proceed on any 'action' item. If you
will be unable to attend this meeting, please contact President Keith Lester (456-6659) or Recording
Secretary LA. Wurl (381-2556), and you may leave a message. Thank you.
· Absences: Bylaws ARTICLE 6 Section 6.05, with Board disaetion, permit no more than three (3)
consecutive or four (4) nonconsecutive meetings to be missed without justification.
19 CALL FOR ADJOURNMENT
Without objection, President Lester called for adjournment at 8:50 PM.
2007 Board of Directors Meeting Calendar. (second Monday of each month except May and August)
· Annual Meeting/Elections -January 8, · February 12, · March 12, · April 9, · regular business meeting &
annual walk around -Saturday May 19 @ 9:30 AM, · June 11, · July 9, · August - customarily no
scheduled meeting, · September 10, · October 8, · November 12, and, · Qecember 10.
L.A. Wurl, Recording Seaetary - 4 107
approved minutes distribution:
· Board of Directors
· Sponsor Churches -
Community, St. Stephen's,Westminster
.EAH
· Marin Housing Authority
· Belvedere City Council
· Tiburon Town Council
· Loren Sanborn, JSC
· HRA fdes
· H- TEA Secretary files
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BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING
Minutes of MAY 19. 2007
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The HILARfTA-llBURON ECUMENICAL ASSOClAll0N
100 Ned's Way - Tiburon, California 94920
Officers:
President - Keith Lester
V ice President - Charles Quick
Secretary - Barbara Garcia-Romero
Treasurer - Carl Weichel
DIRECTORS PRESENT: The Hilarita Residents Association (HRA):
Dorothy Larson. Gillian Lovejoy, Susan Solomon-Browne
Community Congregational Church (CCC)
Barbara Brooks, Keith Lester, Carl Weichel
St. Stephen's Episcopal Church (SSEC)
Barbara Garcia-Romero, Koko Peters, Michael Peters,
Westminster Presbyterian Church (WPC)
Dennis Leary, Richard Leonards, Charles Quick
Community At-Large Representative - Michael Heckmarm
Town of Tiburon Representative - to be appointed
TOWN MANAGERS OFFICE
TOWN OF TIBURON
DIRECTORS ABSENT:
* excused
HRA- Mary Ann Alvarado*, Pamela McConnell-Douglass, Carol Michelson,
Angela Lorenz*-President ex-officio
arnERS PRFSENT' Linda Tilton, Director of Property Management, The John Stewart Co. (JSC)
Julius Kermah, Administrator - The Hilarita Apartments, JSC
Mitchel) Heckmann
· the agenda may be changed when necessary
A QUORUM IS 7
1 MEETING CALL TO ORDER
President Lester detennined that a Quorum was present and called for order at 9:30 AM in the Community
Resource Center of The Hilarita Apartments. He advised that this would be a brief meeting to be followed
by the Annual Walk Around the premises.
President Lester read a notice from The Ark' [local paper] which stated there was a small fire at The Hilarita
recently. Unda Tilton, JSC and Julius Kermah, Administrator explained that the fire was caused by
workers, in a unit being refurbished, who inadvertently placed items too close to a wall heater. The
monetary damage was not as great as it was originally thought to be. The upside of this event is that we
know the new fire alann system is working as intended.
2 MINUTES OF THE APRIL 9 2007 MEETING
Item tabled until the June 11, 2007 Board of Directors meeting. NOTE: amend CLC Committee to show all but
Dorothy larson. who joined the FInance Committee; and, Charles Quick is chair of the B&G Committee
3 CORRESPONDENCE&ANNOUNCEMENTS
There were none.
4. OPEN FORUM
There was none.
5. The HILARITA RESIDENTS ASSOCIATION lHRA) REPORT
Meets eve/}' third Monday of the month at 7:30 PM.
Angela Lorenz, HRA President, (absent) GiUian Lovejoy reported:
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1. Garden: HRA is preparing a proposal for the costs involved in proceeding with the Residents'
Garden. A site has been selected.
In discussion, methods of the garden bed preparation, application of bug and rodent inhibiter guards,
elevation, etc. were considered. Ms. Tilton advised that the bed would be raised about three feet, with
solid support all around. There was a suggestion that yet another site might be found for more garden
space, which the Board decided to look into during tOOay's Walk Around.
2. stOl'9. HRA has been hearing from residents with ideas of how to proceed with a storage facility
on-site
President Lester suggested that HRA could also look into other options such as off-site storage. If
storage could be provided at The Hilarita, there might be a fee to residents who use the facility.
6 SECRETARY'S REPORT
Barbara Garcia-Romero - no report.
7 TREASURER'S REPORT
Carl Weichel advised that the Board's Bank of Marin checking account balance remains at $4,570.94 and
that there are no outstanding payables.
8 The JOHN STEWART CO PROPERTY MANAGEMENT REPORT
A - Unda Tilton, Director of Property Management, reported:
1. Property Review: the CAHI review report is expected soon.
2. Fees Waiver: The Town of Tiburon has granted a building permit fee waiver for the construction of the
maintenance workshop at The Hilarita, allotting a savings to the property of about $3,000.
3. Audit two proposals have been received for the year end audit of financial statements for H- TEA.
4. Schedule B. all work is on schedule.
B - Julius Kennah, Administrator, reported:
1. .Eire..:... as previously mentioned, the recent fire caused about $1,000 damage. Necessary repairs will be
made by the on-site maintenance staff.
It was noted that this fire be a warning to the residents to keep all inflammableS away from the heaters in
their units. A reminder to residents of the probable danger should be included in the HRA Newsletter.
2. Colors. exterior color swatches were painted on the wall near the office, and a choice has been made.
3. Janitor: Brian Hardiman is taking his new job as janitor seriously, and he has already contributed a lot
9 ON-SITE COMMITTEE REPORT
Meets fourth Thursday of the month at 6:00 PM as needed. Committee: Koko Peters-c, Barbara Brooks,
Carol Michelson, Richard Leonards
Koko Peters - no report.
10 BUILDINGS & GROUNDS COMMIlTEE REPORT
Meets last Friday of the month at 7:30 AM as needed. Committee: Charles Quick-c, Mary Ann Alvarado, Michael
Heckmann, Gillian Lovejoy, Michael Peters
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Committee reports:
1. Maintenance Workshop: the concrete slab has been poured; the Committee is reviewing proposals to
get the utilities in; the new seal coat on the near parking area will be installed after the utility trenching
is complete.
The interior of the prefabricated strudure is being worked on now. The delivery date to The Hilarita is
scheduled for after Memorial Day. Installers are committed to do the installation.
2. Exterior Colors: a color choice for all of the buildings has been made - #2. The color dloices for the
exterior trim and the doors, however, is still in deliberation.
3. Upper Lot: the upper parking area and retainer wall concrete pour is ready.
11 COMMUNITY TRAINING & SERVICES COMMITTEE REPORT
Meets first Friday of the month at 6:00 PM as needed. Committee: Barbara Garcia-Romero-c, Angela Lorenz, Susan
Solomon-Browne
Barbara Garcia-Romero reported:
1. The property is being scanned with the aid of a laptop computer to determine whether WiR installation
would be possible. This would give wireless capabilities on-site.
2. Phuong Lam, Coordinator of the CLC, has been helping residents with their digital images - printing
pictures, how to store them on CD's, sending images bye-mail, etc.
3. The tutoring program continues to do very well.
12 FINANCE COMMITTEE REPORT
· This report is pro.prietary and not to be discussed outside of this meeting
Meets as needed. Committee: Carl Weichel-c, Dorothy Larson, Dennis Leary, Michael Peters
Carl Weichel advised that the Committee recommends that H-TEA retain Bowers, Narasky & Daley, LLP to
complete the year end audit.
Following discussion, it was:
Ml.Sle.. (C. WeichellB. Garcia-Romero) that the Board approve Bowers, Narasky & Daley, LLP
at a fee of $5,830. to provide the year end audit for H-TEA. Unanimous.
With this decision, Ms. Tilton asked that President Lester sign the required engagement letter, and it was
done.
13 OLD BUSINESS
Gillian Lovejoy asked if it was still possible to involve the Boy Scouts to help with the Residents' Garden?
Carl Weichel advised that it was possible if a Scout was able to do so to promote receiving the Eagle
badge, and he said that he would present the matter at next weeks Scout meeting.
Michael Heckmann said it was possible that the Tiburon Rotary Club muld be helpful in this regard as well,
and he agreed to look into this for HRA.
14 NEW BUSINESS
There was none.
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15 EXECLITIVE SESSION
· This session is confidential and not to be discussed outside of this meeting
There was no call for an Exeartlve Session.
16 DATE OF NEXT MEETING-
The next Board of Directors meeting will be called to order at 7:30 PM on June 11, 2007 in the
Community Resource Center of The Hilarita Apartments.
COURTESY CALL: Please remember that a quorum is required to proceed on any 'action' item. If you
will be unable to attend this meeting, please contad President Keith Lester (456-6659) or Recording
Secretary L.A. Wurl (381-2556), and you may leave a message. Thank you.
· Absences: Bylaws ARTICLE 6 Section 6.05, with Board disaetion, pannit no more than three (3)
consecutive or four (4) nonconsecutive meetings to be missed without justification.
19 CALL FOR ADJOURNMENT
President Lester called for adjournment without objection at 10:03 AM.
2007 Board of Directors Meeting Calendar: (second Monday of each month except May and August)
· Annual Meeting/Elections -January 8, · February 12, · March 12, · April 9, · regular business meeting &
annual walk around -Saturday May 19 @ 9:30 AM, · June 11, · July 9, · August - customarily no
scheduled meeting, · September 10, · Odober 8, · November 12, and, · December 10.
L.A. Wurl, Recording Secretary - 5107
approved minutes distribution:
· Board of Directors
· Sponsor Churches -
Community, St. Stephen's,Westminster
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· Marin Housing Authority
- Belvedere City Council
· Tiburon Town Council
· Loren Sanborn, JSC
· HRA files
· H-TEA Secretary files
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MINUTES #10
TmURON DESIGN REVEW BOARD
MEETING OF JUNE 7,2007
The meeting was opened at 7:00 p.m. by Chair Doyle.
A. ROLL CALL
Present: Chair Doyle, Vice-Chair Frymier, Boardmembers Corcoran and Teiser
Absent: Boardmember Glassner
Ex-Officio: Planning Manager Dan Watrous and Assistant Planner Phillips
B. PUBLIC COMMENTS
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Victoria Fong addressed an application for Staff-level Design Review approval for the property
located at 13 Roseville Court and asked that it be tabled until existing conditions from the earlier
file in 2006 were completed and complied with. She said that she had written and spoken with
Associate Planner Tyler and thanked staff for their work to address the existing unresolved
problem. She said that considerable changes have been requested of the applicant regarding
landscaping and lighting issues, and that the removal of landscaping would result in privacy loss
and direct and exposed views of the entire length of the house and all lighting. She felt that the
submitted plans did not address these issues and asked that they be resolved prior to approval of
the application.
C. STAFF BRIEFING
Planning Manager Watrous gave the following briefing:
. Items for 1893 Centro West Street, 2309 Spanish Trail and 2 Warren's Way were
continued to the June 21, 2007 meeting;
. The Town Council Design Review Board workshop has been re-scheduled for Tuesday,
June 26 at 6:00 p.m.; .
. He suggested that the July 5,2007 meeting be canceled due to potential applicant
conflicts with the July 4th holiday, and that items could be continued to the June 21 st or
July 19th meetings.
D. OLD BUSINESS BEFORE THE BOARD
1. 1893 CENTRO WEST STREET BARB, NEW DWELLING/
V ARlANCEIFLOOR AREA EXCEPTION... CONTINUED TO 6/21/07
2.
2309 SPANISH TRAIL
STAFFORD, ADDITIONN ARIANCES
CONTINUED TO 6/21/07
TffiURON D.R.B.
6/7/07
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673 HAWTHORNE DRIVE
YOUNG, ADDITIONN ARlANCES
673 HAWTHORNE DRIVE
DONALD AND JANE YOUNG
EXISTING PROPOSE,D REQUIRED
7,566 S.F. NA NA
1,895 2,734 2,757 MAX
29.9% 40.4% 30.0% MAX
26'10" 27'10" 30' MAX
8'&5'11" 8'&8' 8'
24' 24' 15'
10' 15'11" 25'
REDUCED FRONT YARD SETBACK
AND EXCESS LOT COVERAGE
LOT SIZE
FLOOR AREA
LOT COVERAGE
BUILDING HEIGHT
SIDE YARDS
FRONT YARD
REAR YARD
V ARIANCESIEXCEPTION
The applicant is requesting Design Review approval for the construction of additions to an
existing single-family dwelling located at 673 Hawthorne Drive. The addition would include a
new lower level bedroom and family room and a new de~ entry foyer and deck on the existing
upper level. Also included in the proposal is a spa within the rear yard setback. Variances are
requested for reduced rear yard setback and excess lot coverage.
This application was first reviewed at the May 3,2007 Design Review Board meeting. At that
meeting, the neighboring property owner behind the subject home at 666 Hillary Drive raised
concerns regarding potential view impacts that would be caused by the proposed addition above
the main level. The neighboring property owner at 675 Hawthorne Drive had concerns of the
additional windows that would face their property from the proposed addition. The Board
reviewed the proposal, but continued the project to give the applicant time to create perspective
drawings and photographs from 666 Hilary Drive. The Board also encouraged increased
dialogue between the neighbors. The application was continued to allow the applicant time to
address these issues.
David Holscher, Holscher Architecture, discussed the following amendments to the plan: They
moved massing in two feet; moved the fireplace inside; addressed the 4 inch taller vertical plane
per the request of David Eklund; eliminated all clerestory windows; shrunk the deck back 3 feet;
continued the landscape theme between the two properties; and removed the hot tub.
In response to questions contained in Mr. Eklund's letter, Mr. Holscher stated that they 1)
removed 64 square feet of floor area; 2) lined up the vertical plane with the existing ridge; and 3)
removed the hot tub. He said they would also add additional screening and guardrails with no
reflective surfaces, and lighting which would be the downlights.
Public Comments:
John Hermansky said he lives two blocks down from the project and acknowledged that his
comment was late, but felt it would be more advantageous for houses in the area to expand more
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toward the street. However, he acknowledged this would result in more cost and coverage
issues, but would address view issues of nearby homes.
Boardmember Teiser felt the architect and owner responded to concerns of the neighbors and of
the Board and he supported the project.
Boardmember Corcoran agreed and feh the architect had done a good job in meeting
neighborhood concerns. He was also pleased that the project was resolved so amicably.
Chair Doyle acknowledged that a lot of changes were made to the project, which now looks
great.
ACTION: It was M/S (CorcoranIDoyle) that the Board determines that the project is
categorically exempt from the provisions of CEQAand that the project be approved with
the recommended conditions of approvaL Vote: 4-0.
E. NEW BUSINESS BEFORE THE BOARD
4. 173 A VENIDA MIRAFLORES ROACH, EXTERIOR ALTERATION/APPEAL
On January 4, 2007, the Tiburon Planning Division denied a Site Plan and Architectural Review
application for minor alterations to an existing single-family dwelling, on property located at 173
Avenida Miraflores. The owners of the property have now appealed this decision to the Design
Review Board.
Planning Manager Watrous discussed the Town's appeal hearing and speaker policies.
Dani Roach, owner, stated that they had consulted with a professional architect about their
project. She said that they have a southern exposure to the house which has caused continuous
problems with damage to the existing wood siding due to wind, rain and storms, and they wanted
to change the entire exterior finish of the home from wood siding to grey colored stucco.
Michael Heckmann, architect, stated that the home's style, character and shape was that of a
Deco-style home. He said that the initial design concept was apparently derailed by some of the
neighbors who felt the home should have a wooden exterior. He stated that the appropriate
expression for the house was to use a stucco finish. He presented a diagram of the neighborhood
which showed the location of homes where supportive signatures were received from
surrounding neighbors, and of homes with stucco finishes. He said the home has the shape and
form of a more contemporary house and felt it would be a much more successful building if
expressed in stucco.
Mr. Heckmann presented photographs of the existing house exterior and elevation renderings to
show what the home would look like with stucco. He noted the color of the gray was warm, and
the railings would be done in a dull, painted stainless steel. Mr. Heckmann referred to a
document that was thought to be CC&R's for the neighborhood, but said it was an actual "wish
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list" made up by several neighbors in the 1980' s of how they thought the neighborhood should
appear .
In response to a question from Boardmember T eiser, Planning Manager Watrous provided the
Board with the definition of CC&R's, noting that they were not part of Town regulations and are
not enforced by the Town.
Mr. Heckmann encouraged the Board to approve the project. He said that the utilization of
stucco would fix maintenance problems, would be more in keeping with the Deco architecture of
the house and would not affect the compatibility with other homes in the neighborhood.
Chair Doyle questioned if Mr. Heckmann considered using hardy plank. Mr. Heckmann felt
hardy plank would most like hold a paint finish better, but said he thought it was not quite right
for the style of the house and was better used for traditional or craftsman style homes.
The Chair closed the public hearing.
Vice-Chair Frymier stated that she understood why the application was denied, noting that this
would be one of the few stucco homes in the immediate vicinity. She said that one of the reasons
she serves on the Board is because she likes architecture, and she felt that stucco would be most
consistent with this home's deco design. She said that there is much change occurring in the
neighborhood, as many other homes with wood siding are likely to be changed. She
acknowledged that wood sided homes often suffer damage to exteriors from weather and felt the
owners were proposing change in a stylish way.
Boardmember Corcoran agreed with Vice-Chair Frymier, stating that the house design went
awry at some point'and the stucco would be a great improvement. He noted that most of the
neighbors were supportive and feh that this would result in an attractive house. He stated that
many homes face south and have other exterior alternatives to stucco and that CC&R's are not an
issue for the Board to consider.
Boardmember Teiser noted that many of the wood-sided homes have wide-spaced boards which
create a monolithic look. He said that stucco was a more appropriate material for this house and
would not change the neighborhood character.
Chair Doyle agreed with the need to redo siding on a south-facing house and felt that stucco
would better fit the style of the house.
ACTION: It was MIS (Frymier/Teiser) that the Design Review Board indicates its intention
to grant the appeal and direct Staff to return with a resolution granting the appeal for
adoption at the next meeting. Vote: 4-0.
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5. 43 UPPER NORTH TERRACE SOOFER, ADDITIONN ARIANCES
43 UPPER NORTH TERRACE GUIV AND DEBRA SOOFER
EXISTING PROPOSED REQUIRED
12,690 S.F. NA NA
2,535 2,845 3,269 MAX
18.5% 21.0% 15.0% MAX
26' 26' 30' MAX
10' & 12'6" 10' & 12'6" 15'
24'6" 27'6" 30'
68' 64' 25'
REDUCED FRONT AND SIDE YARD
V ARIANCESIEXCEPfION SETBACKS AND EXCESS LOT
COVERAGE
LOT SIZE
FLOOR AREA
LOT COVERAGE
BUILDING HEIGHT
SIDE YARDS
FRONT YARD
REAR YARD
The applicant is requesting Design Review approval for the construction of an addition to an
existing single-family dwelling on property located at 43 Upper North Terrace. A family room
addition would be constructed to the rear of the existing breakfast nook on the main level of the
house. The addition would include a fireplace and chimney. Variances are requested for excess
lot coverage and reduced side yard setback.
Mohamad Sadrieh, architect, said the applicants had requested him to design an addition to their
home to use as a family room. He noted that with the addition the home would still be only 2,845
square feet, but over the allowable lot coverage of 15%. He said that adding the square footage
above the existing home was not practical because it would negatively impact neighbor's views
and would be awkward for the family room to be adjacent to the kitchen.
He said that the addition was proposed to be located in the rear of the home and would not
impact the neighborhood. He said that it would match existing colors, roof pitch and window
treatment.
Public Comments - None
Boardmember Teiser felt that the addition was modest and would be hidden from the street and
from neighbors. He felt that the additional lot coverage would be 'handled in a sensitive manner.
Boardmember Corcoran stated that this was not a very significant variance or encroachment into
the lot. He said that it would be difficult to build up instead of to the rear, and he felt that the
rear yard was very private and shielded from the neighbors.
Chair Doyle stated that alleviating view issues by not building up was preferable.
ACTION: It was MIS (TeiserlDoyle) that the project is exempt from the provisions of the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) as specified in Section 15301, and approve
the variance with the recommended conditions of approvaL Vote: 4-0.
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6.
2 WARREN'S WAY
ROBERTS, ADDITIONN ARIANCES CONTINUED
TO 6/21/07
F. APPROVAL OF MINUTES #9 OF THE 5/17/07 DESIGN REVIEW BOARD
MEETING
Boardmember Corcoran requested the following amendment to the minutes: .Page 5, 3rd
paragraph, 2nd sentence to read, "He stated that he personally feels like the house appears
massive from the street but deferred to the neighbor's judgment and support."
Page 5, 3rd paragraph, last sentence to read, "...ofa house, and agreed with allowing staff to
further review and approve the landscape plan."
Page 5, 3rd paragraph, 6th sentence to read, "Boardmember Corcoran felt the applicant had
demonstrated that he was willing to work with the neighbors and suggested the plan be approved
at staff level through the building plan check process."
ACTION: It was MIS (CorcoranIFrymier) to approve the Minutes of the 5/17/07 Design
Review Board meeting, as amended. Vote: 4-0.
G. ADJO~ENT
The meeting was adjourned at 7:45 p.rn.
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TIBURON DESIGN REVIEW BOARD
THURSDAY, JUNE 21, 2007
1505 TIBURON BOULEVARD
A. ROLL CALL: Present: Chair Doyle, Boardmembers Corcoran, Frymier, Glassner and Teiser
Absent: None
Ex-Officio: Planning Manager Watrous, Associate Planner Tyler, Assistant Planner
Phillips and Minutes Clerk Harper
B. PUBLIC COMMENTS (FOR ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA)
C. STAFF BRIEFING
D. CONSENT CALENDAR
1.
1 73 A venida Miraflores
Roach
Resolution Granting Appeal ADOPTED
E. OLD BUSINESS BEFORE THE BOARD
2.
3.
1893 Centro West Street
Harb
New DwellingN arianceIFloor Area Exception
CONTINUED TO 7/19/07
Addition/Variances CONTINUED TO 7/19/07
F. NEW BUSINESS BEFORE THE BOARD
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
2309 Spanish Trail
Stafford
Additions CONTINUED TO 7/19/07
Addition/V ariance APPROVED
Addition/V ariances APPROVED
Addition/V ariances APPROVED
Decks/PoolNariances APPROVED
New Dwelling APPROVED
New Dwelling CONTINUED TO 7/19/07
G. MINUTES OF THE 6/7/07 D.R.B. MEETING - APPROVED AS AMENDED
313 Karen Way Duncan
442 Greenwood Beach Road Snellgrove
2 Warren's Way Roberts
2130 Mar East Street Schonefeld
29 Meadowhill Drive Russell
4365 Paradise Drive Aromar
42 Claire Way Clawson
H. CONSIDER CANCELLATION OF THE 7/5/07 DESIGN REVIEW BOARD MEETING
- MEETING CANCELLED
I. ADJOURNMENT - 9:20 P.M.
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Center for Mental Health Services
Center for Substance Abuse
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Center fo r Substance Abuse
Treatment
Rockville MD 20857
MAY 1 52007
National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month (Recovery Month) is observed each
September. This year's theme, "Join the Voicesfor Recovery: Saving Lives, Saving Dollars,"
highlights the postive impact of investing in treatment and recovery on individuals, families and
the community. Overall, this vital observance, now in its 18th year, promotes the benefits of
alcohol and drug use disorder treatment and recovery, and highlights the contributions of
treatment providers. The Recovery Month observance lets people know that there is hope and
that help for alcohol and drug use disorders is effective and available.
According to the 2005 National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH), published by the
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services
Administration (SAMHSA), an estimated 22.2 million persons (9.1 percent of the population
ages 12 and older) were classified with substance dependence or abuse in the past year, based on
criteria specified in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 4th Edition
(DSM-IV). Of these, 3.3 million were dependent on or abused both alcohol and illicit drugs; 3.6
million were dependent on or abused illicit drugs but not alcohol; and 15.4 million were
dependent on or abused alcohol, but not illicit drugs. These numbers are basically unchanged
since 2002.
In 2005,3.9 million persons received some kind of treatment fora problem related to the use
of alcohol or illicit drugs. Despite this achievement, there are millions more in need of
treatment but who are either unable or unwilling to receive it for a variety of reasons. Luckily,
there is a wide range of services available to attack the problem of addiction.
Treatment for those in need is a natio~al health priorJty, aIlC the President is committed to help
expand treatment capacity and recovery support services in our country. To help increase the
number of available treatment options, SAMHSA is leading the Access to Recovery initiative, a
consumer-driven approach for obtaining treatment and sustaining recovery through a State-run
voucher program. Working with all levels of government, communities, businesses and society
as a whol~, SAMHSA is working to create a healthcare system that both embraces and
understands the need for more drug and alcohol treatment services.
The Recovery Month observance educates the American public with the message that treatment
is effective and recovery is possible. It also supports the goal of ending the stigma and
discrimination associated with addiction treatment and behavioral health services. SAMHSA,
the Federal Recovery Month coordinator, partners with other public sector entities, national and
local coalitions, and other organizations to develop a Recovery Month activities toolkit, as well
as other special events held throughout the nation during the month of September. For your
review and use, we have enclosed a copy of the 2007 toolkit.
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during the month of September. These community events will examinP.~ ~\C\ t\ ~~"'.~...
recovery-related issues in local communities, and will define specific _~~Jmd.~Q~JJgis_...,.._..,..__-':'
to broaden support and access for individuals in recovery. Each event seeks to unite a range of
stakeholders in taking action, including individuals in the recovery community and their families
and friends; policymakers and community leaders; judges; insurers; health professionals;
treatment providers; educators/schools; community-based and faith-based organizations; the
criminal justice system; diverse racial, ethnic and cultural groups; and members of the media. In
2006 there were 665 events held in local communities throughout the country, reaching an
estimated 4 million Americans.
To get the latest information on these and other events nationwide, and to find those nearest to
you, go to our Recovery Month Web site at www.recovernnonth.t!ov.Click on the 2007
Recovery Month icon and select events.
The enclosed toolkit w~ also sent to' Federal, State and local officials. We encourage you to
contact your local ele~ed officials or your State Substance Abuse Director to offer your
- assistance in coordinating Recovery Month activities in your area, and in drafting a proclamation
or organizing a media event. Please show your support by participating in the community ev~ts
in your area, or develop your own community event.
Please make sure to fill out the Customer Satisfaction Survey located in the Recovery Month
toolkit, and send information concerning your celebration and any materials produced to the
address listed on the form. Your input and comments will assist in the development of future
material and programs that can best meet your ~eeds.
In addition, please post any planned activities within your State, district, city, town, or
municipality on the Recovery Month Web site at www.recovervmonth.gov. For additional
information about this observance, please contact S.t\MHSA' s Center for Substance Abuse
Treatment, Consumer Affairs office, at (240) 276-2750, or www.recovervmonth.gov.
We look forward to your participation and support in this year's Recoyery Month activities.
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Enclosure
4.
DIGEsr
In accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), the
Golden Gate National Recreation Area (GGNRA) has completed a Draft
Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the Marin Headlands and Fort
Baker Transportation Infrastructure and Management Plan. The Draft EIS
presents and analyzes three action alternatives to provide improved access to
and within the Marin Headlands and Fort Baker for a variety of users, in a
way that minimizes impacts to the natural and cultural resources of the area.
Actions analyzed in the DEIS are proposed in order to address deficiencies
in roadway and vehicular circulation, parking conditions, bicycle and
pedestrian access, transit service, and directional signage. Alternative 3, the
safety and circulation, alleviate traffic congestion in key locations, reduce
resource impacts, and enhance visitor experience. Parking fees would be collected to fund expanded transit
services.
Public Meeting
July 18, 2007
Open house: 5:00-6:00 p.m.
Presentation/Q&A: 6:00- 7:30 p.m.
Bay Model Visitor Center
2100 Bridgeway, Sausalito, CA
Sign language interpreters are
available; call (415) 556- 2766 one
week in advance.
The Draft EIS will be available for review on the web at http://parkplanning.nps.gov/goga (click on the project title).
Paper copies will be available for review at park headquarters and the following Marin County libraries: Marin
County Free Library, Mill Valley Public Library, Point Reyes Public Library, and Sausalito Public Library.
There is a minimum 60- day review and comment period on the Draft EIS. Comments must be submitted or
postmarked by August 13, 2007. Comments may be submitted online at http://parkplanning.nps.gov / goga
(preferred), in writing at the public meeting, or by mail to: Superintendent, Fort Mason Building 201, San Francisco,
CA 94123, Attn: MH_FB TMP. A CD of the document is available upon request; please email
goga_planning@nps.gov or contact Steve Ortega at (415) 561- 4841.
RECEIVED
JUN 1 82007,
1.
TOWN MANAGERS OFFICE
TOWN OF TIBURON
GOLDEN 'DGE
cCHIGHWAY & TRANSPORTATION DISTRICT
PLEASE SHARE THIS INFORMATION WITH YOUR
COUNCILMEMBERS AND KEY STAFF MEMBERS
June 14, 2007
Dear Interested Party:
The following information is the most recent update on the Golden Gate Bridge (Bridge)
Suicide Deterrent Study (Study) which has been underway since fall 2006.
NEW STUDY WEBSITE: A Study website is now available as a resource tool to follow
the progress of the Study. The website address is www.QQbsuicidebarrier.oro. You are
encouraged to visit the site and signup to receive periodic Study updates via email.
PHASE 1 - WIND STUDY FINDINGS: Phase 1 began in fall 2006 and concluded on
May 24,2007, when the wind tunnel testing findings were presented to the Golden Gate
Bridge, Highway and Transportation District (District) Board of Directors (Board). Phase
1 focused on performing wind tunnel testing of generic potential suicide deterrent
concepts for a potential suicide deterrent as the Bridge is a long span suspension
bridge that responds dynamically, and potentially dramatically, to wind.
The wind tunnel testing was undertaken to determine which generic concepts do not
create wind stability problems for the Bridge and has focused on three generic
concepts: (1) adding to the existing railing; (2) replacing the existing railing; and (3)
utilizing nets that cantilever out horizontally. Concepts with various heights, component
dimensions and wind appendages have been tested to determine which combinations
of variables are acceptable for the Bridge, from a wind stability standpoint. The report,
and associated sketches of potential suicide barriers concepts passing the wind test, is
posted on www.QQbsuicidebarrier.oro.
AGENCY CONSULTATION: On June 14, 2007, the Study's environmental process
commenced with issuing the Notice of Preparation (NOP) as required under the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). The NOP was sent from the District to
responsible agencies including Caltrans and FHWA, as well as agencies such as the
State Historic Preservation Office, to inform them that the requisite environmental
studies are underway. The purpose of the NOP is to solicit agency guidance, over a 30-
day period, as to the scope, focus and content of the proposed environmental studies.
The NOP is posted at www.oobsuicidebarrrier.oro.
BOX 9000, PRESIDIO STATION · SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94129 0601
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PHASE 2 - PRELIMINARY ENGINEERING & ENVIRONMENTAL EVALUATION:
Phase 2 is now underway. It encompasses the required federal and state
environmental studies and reviews by taking the Phase 1 generic concepts that passed
the wind tunnel tests and developing potential alternatives for further engineering and
environmental evaluation. A draft environmental document will be prepared that will
consider and evaluate a "no-build" alternative as well as several "build" alternatives.
"Build alternatives" will be developed utilizing the results from the wind tunnel testing.
The draft document will provide information about the required federal and state
environmental studies undertaken and will evaluate each alternative against the Study
Criteria (you can read the Study Criteria at www.aabsuicidebarrier.ora). It will also
include a description of the environmental setting, evaluation of potential environmental
impacts and mitigation measures to reduce or eliminate potential impacts of the
alternatives. The document will provide information developed for each alternative
including architectural renderings, visual impact analysis, historic preservation
considerations and cost.
The environmental document is currently targeted to be released in fall 2007 and public
comments will be solicited. As the Bridge is eligible for inclusion in the National Register
of Historic Places it is afforded protection under both state and federal historic
preservation laws. In accordance with these laws, the District, in addition to developing
and releasing for public comment a draft environmental document will consult with
appropriate state and federal agencies throughout the process.
Following the required review and comment processes of the draft environmental
document, a final environmental document will be prepared, and made available to the
public. The final document is currently targeted to be released in spring 2008. Following
a 30-day public comment period on the final document, the environmental process will
conclude and the District Board will decide the next step. Please note that no funding
has been identified for any work beyond the conclusion of this Study.
Thank you for your interest in this project, and please be sure to sign-up on the website
for future Study updates at www.aabsuicidebarrier.ora
Public Affairs Office
Golden Gate Bridge, Highway and Transportation District
PO Box 9000, Presidio Station
San Francisco, CA 94129
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DIGEST
RICHARDSON'S BAY REGIONAL AGENCY
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Thursday, June 21,2007
5:30 P.M. to 6:30 P.M.
Sausalito City Council Chambers 420 Litho Street Sausalito, CA
PUBLIC COMMENT IS INVITED CONCERNING EACH AGENDIZED ITEM PURSUANT TO THE
BROWN ACT. PLEASE LIMIT YOUR COMMENTS TO THREE (3) MINUTES.
AGENDA
5:30 P.M. CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL.
RECEIVED
. JUN 'I 8 2007
1. Minutes of April 19, 2007 Meeting
TOWN MANAGERS OFFICE
TOWN OF TIBURON
2. Review report of Harbor Administrator
3. Approval of prior expenditures for April and May, 2007
4. Approve minor corrections to FY 2008-2008 Budget
5. Approval of Resolution 08-01 accepting A WAF grant funding for vessel disposal
program
6. Rapid Response Program update
7. Update on patrol vessel operations with Sausalito Police Department
8. Mooring Plan status
9. Public comments invited concerning items NOT on this Agenda (3-minute limit)
10. Staff comments
11. Board member matters
Adjourn. NEXT MEETING: Tentatively planned for August 16, 2007. Please review
your calendars and advise Staff on your availability.
A COMPLETE AGENDA PACKET IS AVAILABLE FOR VIEWING AT THE SAUSALITO CITY LIBRARY.
TO RECEIVE AN ELECTRONIC MEETING NOTICE, PLEASE EMAIL REQUEST TO DON ALLEE AT
dallee@t:o.marin.ca.us
Marin County Community Development Agency, 3501 Civic Center Dr. Room 308, San Rafael, CA 94903
Office 415/289-4143 bprice@co.marin.ca.us
RICHARDSON'S BAY REGIONAL AGENCY
MEMORANDUM
June 14, 2007
TO: RBRA Board
FROM: Ben Berto, RBRA Clerk
SUBJECT: June meeting
Staff is returning to the budget with a minor adjustment, to reflect Staffs discovery that
benefit expenses have increased substantially beyond what was predicted in the FY 2007-
2008 budget the Board approved in April. As can be seen from the memo in your packet,
funds can be transferred from other line items without increasing the overall budget.
Along the budget topic, Staff would appreciate it if Board members can confirm the
status of their individual jurisdiction's adoption of the proposed RBRA budget. Weare
almost into the next fiscal year, and staff is looking forward to diving right into the 2007-
2008 programs once the budget is finalized. Any assistance RBRA Board members can
provide to expedite payment of dues to RBRA is appreciated as well.
The Mooring Program continues to occupy Staffs thoughts and efforts. In the interim
since the last Board meeting, Staff met for the second time with BCDC Director Will
Travis and four BCDC staffers, including Ellen Sampson, Steve McAdam, and Adrienne
Klein. Generally the tenor of this meeting appeared to be leaning towards the cup is half
empty. Director Travis expressed some skepticism of RBRA's proposed longer-term
anchor-out concept, wondered why we don't just increase enforcement, and asked for
more information. While RBRA Staff and Counsel share concern about BCDC's
seemingly default position, there remains a lot of information to convey and discuss and
opportunities to clarify positions. A verbal report with more details will be presented to
the Board on Thursday.
The lion of Spring may finally be settling down to normal summer patterns, although
some hard blows recently have kept the Rapid Response folks on their toes. At this early
point in the program it appears that regardless of who ultimately benefits most from rapid
response vessel interceptions, the pre-program uncertainty and negative drama have been
reduced considerably. Some local Belvedere residents are even assisting with the
program, through pre-emptive calls to the emergency numbers listed in the program
letters RBRA sent out last year..
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RICHARDSON'S BAY REGIONAL AGENCY
MINUTES OF APRIL 19, 2007
HELD AT SAUSALITO CITY HALL CHAMBERS
MEMBERS PRESENT: Board Chair Jerry Butler (Belvedere); Charles McGlashan,
(Marin County); Chris Raker, (Mill Valley)
ABSENT: Paul Albritton (Sausalito); Paul Smith, (Tiburon)
STAFF: Bill Price (Harbor Administrator); Ben Berto (RBRA Clerk)
CONSULTING STAFF: Clem Shute (legal advisor)
Session Called to Order at 5:32 PM.
Pledge of Allegiance
Minutes of February 15, 2007 meeting
Minutes were approved unanimously.
Accept Report of Harbor Administrator
The Board discussed the increased spending in the A W AF abandoned boat project, and
Staff advised them that a new application for more funds would be forthcoming to
address the increase. Staff also reported on the recently installed helical screw moorings
at Ayala Cove on Angel Island.
The report was accepted unanimously.
Approval of prior expenditures through March 31, 2007
The first quarter expenditure report was approved unanimously.
Approval of Draft Budget 2007/08
Ben Berto introduced the Budget by pointing out that there were few surprises, and that
Staff had calculated an additional $15K would be added to the Mooring Field Program to
cover the costs of more legal consultation, baseline condition assessment and mapping,
and community outreach. Member McGlashan pointed out the he understood that all of
the Member agencies were under a budget crunch, but if the RBRA Members could
accommodate the costs incurred in the initial analysis phase, the County could contribute
additionally to address total program costs. Member McGlashan wanted to move hard
into the analysis this fiscal year.
Chair Butler noted the increases in the budget from 1985 to the present equaled almost
80% increase. Mr. Berto explained that RBRA currently sponsors a fully-fledged derelict
boat demolition, comprehensive water testing, and a robust response program as some of
the improvements from the past. Member McGlashan pointed out that boat demolitions
would taper off once the Mooring Program had been in place a few years, and that State
Boating and Waterways was making up for it currently on the revenue side.
After discussion, the draft budget was approved unanimously by the attending Members.
Staff was directed to send out letters to respective city and county announcing the dues
increase along with a request for payment.
Rapid Response Program update
Mr. Price outlined the overall success of the program to date, but mentioned that the
Rapid Response letters had not generated any calls from Belvedere residents so far.
Chair Butler stated that he was pleased with the program, and Member McGlashan
suggested that the program budget remain stable so that in years of light spending Staff
could set up a reserve account for inclement weather years in the future.
Patrol Vessel Update
Mr. Price announced that more warrant arrests were taking place. Also, supplemental to
the RBRA' s Boat Share program with Sausalito Police Department, the Marin County
Sheriff's office had recently assigned a full-time deputy to their boat patrol program.
05/06 Audit Discussion
Mr. Berto advised the Board that there was nothing of importance to report on the latest
2-year audit. The draft audit had been reviewed by the past RBRA chair, Paul Albritton.
The Board unanimously voted to confirm member Albritton to approve the draft audit so
it could be finalized.
Mooring Plan Discussion
Item was postponed pending the arrival of Clem Shute, legal advisor.
Items from the Public
Daniel Bowling, a resident of Waldo Point Harbor, stated that he was pleased with the
RBRA's progress in pursuing the Mooring Field, but he couldn't understand how the
anchor-outs could be allowed to remain since they had sewage problems. Member
McGlashan explained that the Mooring Field helped with low-income housing, and that
the alternative scenario would most likely be homelessness on land. Chair Butler pointed
out that a sewage pump-out program was already in place. Mr. Price a number of
problems with the pumpout program's clients, including difficulty getting people to pay.
The biggest sewerage problem now appears to be Gates and Kappas Marinas. Mr. Berto
pointed out that in general the water quality was good and improving, and there should be
a real improvement soon with Waldo/Gates. Member Raker said that these people had a
history of homes on the water, and that we would be accused of upsetting a lifestyle and
throwing the anchor-outs onto the streets if we sought a hard-line approach. Mr. Bowling
stated that he was unconvinced that water quality is a top priority. Member McGlashan
reiterated that the Agency had a few top priorities: 1) water quality, 2) navigational
safety, and 3) the health and well-being of all its constituents. He described the parallels
to the recent work in Tomales Bay, and he pointed out the difficulties in dealing with
diametrically opposed agencies. Mr. Bowling asked the Board to consider mediation in
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the Mooring Fiel~ plan, and he requested that houseboat marinas be taken to task over
water quality issues as well.
Mooring Plan Discussion
Once Mr. Shute had arrived, he gave an overview of his background as legal counsel for
the BCDC during the formation of the Richardson Bay Special Area Plan. He
,acknowledged the BCDC as the major player in the process, explaining that their main
thrust has always been "no residential use of tidelands". If they persist in that position
regarding the mooring field, it is a dead-end. Mr. Shute stated that the Commission voted
very closely with the Staff position, and that the RBRA would have to achieve a
breakthrough on their position regarding residential use in order to move forward with
the Mooring Field. His aim was to convince BCDC to consider the Mooring Field
incorporating both recreational and residential use as a trust objective, and he felt that the
best way to accomplish this was to introduce the residential use as transitional, with all
anchor-outs moved onto moorings, and all backfill strictly controlled and prohibited. He
expected the project would require all permits, CEQA review via an EIR, and he also
expected the BCDC to want incorporated within the project tangible reductions in the
number of anchor outs over a specific time.
Member McGlashan stated that Will Travis, BCDC 's director, had asked for a letter in
principal for his Staff, so that they could formulate a mutual understanding of intent. Mr.
Shute said it was important to keep Mr. Travis engaged. Chair Butler asked what the
transitional period would be and Mr. Shute replied five years, with proof of our ability to
enforce. He expected the BCDC to be hard-nosed.
Member Raker asked Staff to keep a close eye on the BCDC's Staff response, so as not to
waste money on a dead-end project, and he queried whether the Commission knew that
the Mooring Plan was on the horizon. Member McGlashan said they did not, and Mr.
Shute reiterated his belief that the Commission would take Staff direction. Member
Raker wanted to bring the local Commission Members up to speed. Member McGlashan
wanted to bring something to BCDC Staffbefore we get in too deep.
Mr. Berto explained the spreadsheet showed the expectation of how long term live-
aboard anchor-outs decrease though attrition, with enforcement to prevent backfill.
Mooring program expenses were derived through studying other programs. Initial
baseline data would be necessary for an informed discussion. rhe Mooring program FY
2007-2008 budget included calculated approximately $lOK for a survey, $15K for legal
expenses, and $5K for community outreach.
Mr. Berto stated that Annette Rose, a former RBRA Board Member and BCDC
Commissioner, had expressed an interest in participating and that she would be a great
resource in facilitating the vitally important local process. He pointed out our good
fortune in having Mr. Shute, with his knowledge and pertinent background, since
addressing the legal issues is also critical to mooring field success. Mr. Berto also
stressed that it would be important to hire a technical consultant, since his duties as a
Principal Planner at Marin County Community Development Agency limited his work
for RBRA to approx. 1/10th of his time. He also felt it might be expedient to work out a
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concessionaire agreement once the program was in place in order to avoid hiring more
RBRA employees. Finally, he pointed out that budget approval for the increases
necessary to begin the program is essential as a first step, with Sausalito and the County
shouldering the lion's share of the increases.
Member McGlashan looked at the modest '08 budget increase as enough to cover the
preliminary costs. Member McGlashan pointed to the following year's proposed budget
would be more difficult because the to legal, administrative, and installation costs
amounting to a potential $90K increase in '09. He felt it imperative to write a
preliminary program to be approved by BCDC Staff that incorporated our plans for
avoiding more bay fill. He asked whether we would need a project manager, and if
NEP A (National Environmental Policy Act) review would be required.
.
Mr. Shute replied that the CEQA review would address any issues that might accompany
NEP A review. Member Raker felt in any case the $l50K estimate for discretionary
review costs were too low, and the we should double the amount to reflect reality.
Member McGlashan offered that he had obtained an additional $50K for this program in
FY '07, and that he was preparing to add $50K in FY '08. He advised Staff to keep a
careful eye on the budget cycles. Chair Butler thought Member Raker should be enlisted
to update the budget and conduct a discretionary review for the Board. Mr. Berto said
that he felt that a careful project description could help contain some costs, for example,
the project could incorporate some results from environmental reviews that had been
conducted for other projects on the Bay (e.g., Gates Co-op).
Member McGlashan advised finding a mastermind consultant to head up the program,
and then asked Ms. Rose if she envisioned a role for herself in the process. Ms. Rose
addressed the Board, saying that she had come to the meeting to meet Mr. Shute and hear
his characterization of the BCDC/RBRA Staff meeting. She said that 15 years ago,
BCDC was threatening to sue the RBRA and Sausalito for attempting to pass an MOA
with the anchor outs concerning the very same issue, and she was heartened by their
current open-mindedness. But she felt the anchor outs would feel threatened by a 5-year
transitional plan. She felt that she was too tightly bound in the community to act as a
consultant, but she offered to work with an outreach program to increase awareness and
understanding. Member Raker said that her assistance would be invaluable, and Chair
Butler asked that she serve as a conduit back to the Board for community feedback.
Board Member Matters
None
Items from Staff
None
The meeting was adjourned at 7:05 PM.
The next meeting is scheduled for June 21 2007, at the Sausalito City Hall Council
Chambers at 5:30 PM.
Submitted by Bill Price and Ben Berto
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RICHARDSON'S BAY REGIONAL AGENCY
HARBOR ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT
June 8, 2007
WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
. Dept. of Boating and Waterways - 1) Received both overdue claim reimbursements for
@$61K for vessels disposed of since March 2006 on Contract # 06-214-502. Amount
reflects a 10% RBRA match of$6,100 per contract agreement 2) Staffhas re-applied to
DBW for another grant starting in FY 07/08 due to the increased activity in vessel disposal.
Chair Butler signed the grant request in May, and the total amount requested is for 113K,
which will require an RBRA 10% match of 11,300. 3) completing the grant application for
DBWoperating and maintenance grant for the "Waste Aweigh" program.
. City of Sausalito - On-the-water training for an additional SPD officer who will be
operating the "Mud Puppy". New motors have had their "run-in" service. Working in
collaboration with SPD and Public Works to complete the maintenance haul-out.
DEBRIS REMOVAL
. Disposed of 8 vessels as well as 3 skiffs. 5 boats are currently impounded.
. Working with the survivors of a deceased anchor out to sell the vessel. However, so little
interest has been generated that the vessel win likely be demolished.
. Removed and demolished the vessel that exploded and burned over the Memorial Day
holiday.
. Beaches are on a regular clean-up schedule. Also working with the marsh restoration project
at Blackie's Pasture in Tiburon with the Audubon Center in Lyford Cove
RAPID RESPONSE
. Two boats were rescued before hitting the shoreline. Both owners are being charged for the
rescue expenses.
. A dock was removed from under another dock by the patrol vessel and subsequently
destroyed.
. In two out of three responses, the residents of West Shore Road noticed the approaching
problem and notified responders.
WATER QUALITY
. County of Marin - The weekly testing program at Schoonmaker Beach in Sausalito has
been in progress since April 1, and there have been no exceedences in either fecal coliform
or enterococcus levels to date. .
. Two new anchor-out vessels have been added to the Waste A weigh schedule.
OTHER
. Completing sale of final commercial salmon permit owned by the RBRA. One sold for
$2865 and the other is expected to be sold for $2000.
. Attended CA Harbormasters and Port Captains Board meeting in Orange County Airport, for
discussions related to abandoned vessel programs, support of Boating and Waterways, and
clean marina issues. Certified three local marinas as part of duties as a Clean Marina
inspector.
TRIAL BALANCE BY ACCOUNTING DISTRIBUTION: MARCH 22 - JUNE 8, 200';
3/22/2007 CAL CARD Com Srvc - Broadband 62.42
3/22/2007 CAL CARD Com Srvc - Broadband 5.90
3/22/2007 CAL CARD Postage 4.37
3/22/2007 CAL CARD Adv. Marine Electronics - GPS 43.66
3/29/2007 HERTZ CORPORATION Truck rental to tow vessel to Martinez 106.63
4/10/2007 DAVE'S DIVING SERVICE Rapid Response 382.00
4/13/2007 DAVE'S DIVING SERVICE Rapid Response 250.00
4/13/2007 Revenue reimburse demo costs -300.00
4/13/2007 Revenue reimburse demo costs -630.00
4/16/2007 CINGULAR WIRELESS Com Srvc - Cell Phon 68.77
4/16/2007 DAVE'S DIVING SERVICE Rapid Response 375.00
4/19/2007 PRICE, WILLIAM G Day labor - Fleshman 175.00
4/20/2007 CAL CARD Com Srvc - Broadband 62.35
4/20/2007 CAL CARD Cal State Permit Renewal 392.25
4/20/2007 CAL CARD Cal State Permit Renewal 284.00
4/20/2007 CAL CARD Volunteer lunch 34.05
4/20/2007 CAL CARD Postage 4.14
4/20/2007 CAL CARD Gloves and bags 14.93
4/20/2007 CAL CARD gas for truck to tow boat to mechanic 22.64
4/20/2007 CAL CARD Fuel for boat 100.00
4/20/2007 CAL CARD Postage 11.94
4/20/2007 CAL CARD Car wash - crew vehicle 19.99
4/20/2007 PRICE, WILLIAM G Eagle Marine - Engine install 1,065.86
4/20/2007 PRICE, WILLIAM G Oth Maintenance 357.19
4/20/2007 PRICE, WILLIAM G Tire repair kit 9.20
4/20/2007 DAVE'S DIVING SERVICE Pump and tow Madeline Too 855.00
4/21/2007 DAVE'S DIVING SERVICE Pump and tow Bakey Dory 1,250.00
4/24/2007 HERTZ CORPORATION Rent - Equip Rental 864.75
4/25/2007 Revenue Certification Fees -2,865.00
4/26/2007 LIBERTY SHIP WAY Rent - Dry Storage 240.00
4/26/2007 SCHOONMAKER POINT MARINA Rent - Slip fees 275.16
4/26/2007 SCHOONMAKER POINT MARINA Rent - Slip fees 250.00
4/26/2007 Revenue Salmon Permit sale -1,625.00
4/26/2007 PARKER DIVING SERVICE raise and pump-out Fantasy 1,495.00
4/27/2007 Revenue reimburse demo costs -480.97
4/28/2007 PORT SUPPL Y Parts for vessels 295.37
4/30/2007 MAHER ACCOUNTANCY 2 year audit fees 10,500.00
4/30/2007 SHUTE MIHALEY AND WEINBERGER Prof Svcs - Legal 2,322.00
4/30/2007 SHUTE MIHALEY AND WEINBERGER Prof Svcs - Legal 650.00
5/1/2007 COOK PAGING Com Srvc - Pagers 26.24
5/1/2007 ARQUES SHIPYARD & MARINA Rent - Slip fees 480.00
5/1/2007 ICB ASSOCIATES LLC Rent - Office Space 420.00
5/2/2007 BAY CITIES REFUSE SERVICE INC Debris box fees 483.00
5/2/2007 BAY CITIES REFUSE SERVICE INC Debris box fees 538.00
5/2/2007 BAY CITIES REFUSE SERVICE INC Debris box fees 515.00
5/2/2007 BAY CITIES REFUSE SERVICE INC Debris box fees 484.00
5/2/2007 Other - Chrgs for Cur Svcs - Miscellaneous Salary - Regular Staff 6,147.20
5/2/2007 Other - Chrgs for Cur Svcs - Miscellaneous Oth Emp Exp 2,666.33
5/2/2007 Revenue reimburse demo costs -200.00
5/2/2007 Revenue reimburse Rapid Response costs -200.00
5/2/2007 Revenue reimburse demo costs -371.00
5/3/2007 PRICE, WILLIAM G day labor - Schwartz 210.00
5/3/2007 PRICE, WILLIAM G Parking 15.00
5/3/2007 PRICE, WILLIAM G water for crew 5.95
5/8/2007 Revenue reimburse demo costs -538.00
5/23/2007 Revenue reimburse demo costs -241.50
5/23/2007 Revenue State - AWAF Grant reimbursement -24,850.17
5/29/2007 Revenue Rapid Response -200.00
6/8/2007 Revenue reimburse demo costs -200.00
6/8/2007 Revenue State - AWAF Grant reimbursement -35,841.83
Total Expenditures $34,840.29
Total Revenues -$68,543.47
Percent of Budget and Percent of Year as of June 11, 2007
Fiscal Year
Rerraining 5%
T atal Budget
Expenditures vs. Budgeted Expenditures
Remaining
10%
Expenditures
Adopted Budget (corrected)
$274,436
$303,887
Revenue
Realized Revenue vs. Budgeted Revenue
Realized Revenue
Budgeted Revenue (corrected)
Realized
103%
$301,811
$292,576
RICHARDSON BAY REGIONAL AGENCY
MEMORANDUM
TO: RBRA Board
FROM: Bill Price, Ben Berto
SUBJECT: Requested Fiscal Year 2007/08 Budget Adjustments
DATE: June 12,2007
Background:
The RBRA Board recently approved the 2007/08 draft budget recommended by Staff.
Staff is awaiting confirmation of approval by each of the respective member agency
boards before finalizing the budget. However, in discussions with the Marin County
Auditor's office, a discrepancy was noted between actual predicted costs, and the budget
(attached) has been adjusted accordingly.
Status:
After review in the Auditor's office, it was determined that with new protocols for the
County of Marin's benefit package, actual benefits have risen substantially. This is due
to both COLA increases and adjustments to how retirement contributions are calculated.
The net result was Staff previously under-estimated the benefit's cost line in the adopted
FY 2007-2008 RBRA budget.
The requested increase to the benefits line in the revised budget (see attached) is $8,000.
However, no net increase in the overall budget beyond what the Board approved in April
is being requested. We were able to decrease the budget in three areas without affecting
our overall bottom line. Those areas to be reduced are Professional Services, Rental and
Operations Leases, and Maintenance. The reductions are possible due to the Boat Share
Agreement which shares (and lowers our) vessel expenses with Sausalito Police
Department, and to consolidation of services within the Professional Services line.
Recommendation:
Staff recommends that the Board review these changes and approve the new draft budget.
Staff will monitor the Benefits line for annual increases closely in the future.
Attachment:
Adjusted FY 2007/08 Draft Budget
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RICHARDSON's BAY REGIONAL AGENCY
RESOLUTION NO. 08-01
RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF THE RICHARDSON's BAY REGIONAL AGENCY
AGREEING TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT # WITH THE
CALIFORNIA STATE DEPARTMENT OF BOATING AND WATERWAYS
WHEREAS, the Department of Boating and Waterways of the State of California (DBW)
has agreed to provide $ 113..000.00 in funding to be used to remove Abandoned
Watercraft from the waters of Richardson's Bay, and
WHEREAS, it is agreed that the Richardson's Bay Regional Agency will pay 100/0 of the
total A WAF grant amount of $124,300.00, or $11,300.00, for all invoices related to this
work, and
WHEREAS, it is agreed that the Richardson Bay Regional Agency shall submit no invoices
for staff time to the DBW unless Staff is directly involved with the physical aspects of vessel
disposal.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, as follows:
The Board of the Richardson Bay Regional Agency authorizes the execution of this
contract with the Department of Boating and Waterways.
PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Richardson Bay Regional Agency,
this twenty-first day of June, 2007.
AYES:
Butler, Albritton, McGlashan, Raker, Smith
NOES:
ABSENT:
BOARD CHAIR
JERRY BUTLER
ATTEST:
CLERK OF BOARD
BEN BERTO
FOR LOVE OF A
WOODEN BOAT
Marin crQ,ttsmen
help keep a
fading tlautical
tradition alive
IJ pItoto/Fnlnkle FnlIt
DEDICAtED:Anton Hottner buift this wooden boat, a SwampscOttdory named after the late Charlie Merrill (beloW), who co-founded the Richardson's Bay Mari-
time Association, a nonprofit dedicated to the preservation of wooden boat ~lldlng in Sausalito: , . .
IF YOU GO
The Charlie
Merrill, a
. new wooden
Swampscott
dory, will be
on display and
launched from
1 t04p.m.
Saturday at
the Spaulding
Wooden Boat
Center at the
foot of Gate
FIVe Road in
SausaUto.lnfor -
m~tion Is avail-
, ableatwww.
rbmanet.
For more in-
formation on the
Richardson's .
Bay Maritime
Association, call
332-6608.
"Wooden ships on the water very free and easy /
Easy, you know, the way it's supposed to be.... "
DAVID CROSBY, who used to sail on S~
Francisco Bay when he lived in Marin
County, wrote those lyrics in the song
"Wooden Ships," on the fll'St Crosby, Stills & Nash
album in 1969.
Keeping wooden ships on
the water may be the way it's
supposed to be in a perfect
world, but it hasn't been at
all free and easy in the real
one.
Woodon boat building has.
been in danger of bee om-
ing a lost art, replaced by
cheaper plastic and fiber-
glass, concrete and alumi-
num construction.
Resisting the inexorable trend, a coterie of yo~g
Marin County shipwrights clings to the traditional skills
and hand-tool craftsmanship that are a part of the nauti.
cal heritage of the Sausalito waterfront. '
On Saturday afternoon, a gleaming new Swampscott
dory, a sleek hybrid of several classic wooden rowing and.
LIBERATORE AT
Paul
Liberatore
sailing boats used by fishermen
for centuries, will be launched at the Spaulding
Wooden Boat Center in Sausalito, one of the last historic
wooden boat yards 'on the West Coast.
See Boats, page 82
BOATS: SausaIito nonprofit preserves a craft
"It has a different soundwhen
it goes through the water," he ex-
plained. "I've heard a lot of emo-
tionaldescriptions, and there is
something, to that. ,But you have,
to experience it. You can't explain
it in words." , ,", '
. People willbe'allowed toex-,
perience this,vv,ooden boat for
themselves. It will be available
forpub~ic rental~tthe Spaulding
Wooden Boat, Center.
. It was commissioned by the
Richardson's BEiyMaritime As-
sociationlast December., Rottner
put,600 hours of work into build-
ing it over three months. He
charged $10,000,a:lthough it's
worth far more than that.,
Financed by individual dona-
tions, the dory Will be fitted with
a permanentphique with the
names of people who contributed
$500 ,or more. _'
One purpose ofthedofy project
is to foc~ public attention J>n
historic preser'vation aildtnetra-
ditio~al maritime skills and-arts
. I thatareacolorfulpartofSausali_
to's nautical, past, andpresept. '
"The main thIng about doing.
stufflike this is to strengthen the
community," Hottner said. \
"It's a big deal, t~is little boat,"
added Victoria Colellti,who leads
Sausalito wooden boat tours and
narrates a video on the history of
wooden boats in Sauaalito. '
"It's a little boat thatmeans,a
lot." ,
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It was built in honor of the
late Charlie Merrill, who once
described himself as "a lifetime
sailor on San Francisco Bay, a
62-year resident of Sausalito and
a lover of wooden boats."
Merrill, who died last year at
97, was one of the founders (with
Barry Hibbin and Cameron
Dorsey) of the Richardson's B'ay
Maritime As~'ociation, a non-
profit organization dedicated to
the preservation of wooden boat
building in Sausalito.
"He was a dear friend of the
working waterfront and an afi-
cionado of the wooden bOE;lt," said
the association's Victoria Colella,
an artist who designs and paints
lettering for boats, working out of '
herValhalla Sign Works, a rustic
shack at the old Marinship ship-
yard. "We thought this would be
the best way to honor him."
Made of Alaskan yellow'cedar,
pepper wood, black locust, white
oak and.Douglas ru, woods, that
glow wider layer upon layer 9flac-
quer, the 17-foot-Iong dory named
after Merrill is'B.omethingto see.
Its fittings - its oar locks and
rivets and other bright work ~
have been crafted of capper and
bronze. 'The mast arid oars are
cushioned by sheaths ofleather.
A custom Dakron sail is a rich
reddish brown that mimics tradi-
tional sails made of tan bark.,
The dory's lines are graceful,
winsome, sensual, sexy.
In the rather old-school words
ofits builder, 35-year-old Anton
Hottner, a.partner in Northbay
,Boatworks, "the curves are sweet
to the eye."
Born in landlocked Bavaria,
Hottner is tall and lean, with
a head of curly dark hair and a
black beard. During a visit to the
HambUrg Maritime Museum,
he became' hooked on old-time
, wooden boats.
I' I "That-did it;'! he said. "I was '
fascinated andwanted to im:
prove my woodworking skills."
, Withthat goal in mind, he ar-
rived in- Sausalito to study under
master builder RobertDarr at
tile Arquas School of Traditional
Boat Building. After completing:
the yearlong course, he joined
with two other graduates, Jay
Virok and Jody Boyle, establi~h-
ingthe Northbay Boatwotks.
Since 2003, they"ve tur,ned out
nin,e wooden boats. The Charlie
MerriUis'the rust that Rottner
has made entirely by himself.
It looks like it shoUld, be in a
sculp~e gailery, like a piece of
fine art,buthe hesitatesto go
along with that description~
"A lot of people say it's a work of
art"butthe beauty is in form and
'function working together," he
explained, taking.a moment from
lacquering.the dory, luminous in
the Sausalito sunshine. "It has to
be seaworthy. It ca.n't leak. That's
different from fine art."
The Charlie Merrillwas built
in a traditional-overlapping plank
on frame "lapstrake" stylethat
gives the dory a distinctive way of
slicing through the water.
Contact Paul Liberatore via e-mail at
liberatore@mannij.cqm
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