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TOWN OF TIBURON
Town Council Chambers
1505 Tiburon Boulevard
Tiburon, CA 94920
March 5, 2003
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6:30 PM - Closed Session
7:00 PM - Interviews
7:30 PM - Regular Meeting
ASSISTANCE FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABilITIES
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in
this meeting, please contact the Town Clerk at (415) 435-7377. Notification 48 hours prior to the
meeting will enable the Town to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting.
AVAilABILITY OF INFORMATION
Copies of all agenda reports and supporting data are available for viewing and inspection at Town Hall
and at the Belvedere-Tiburon Library located adjacent to Town Hall.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Public Hearings provide the general publiC and interested parties an opportunity to provide testimony
on these items. If you challenge any proposed action(s) in court, you may be limited to raising only
those issues you or someone else raised at the Public Hearing(s) described later in this agenda, or in
written correspondence delivered to the Town Council at, or prior to, the Public Hearing(s).
TIMING OF ITEMS ON AGENDA
While the Town Council attempts to hear all items in order as stated on the agenda, it reserves the
right to take items out of order. No set times are assigned to items appearing on the Town Council
agenda.
AGENDA
CONFERENCE WITH lEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION
(Section 54956.9(a))
Howard Zack, Diane Zack v. MERA and Town of Tiburon
MERA v. Town of Tiburon and Dean Bloomquist
Citizens for Open Process in Antenna Siting (COPAS) v. MERA and Town of Tiburon
PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION
(Section 54957)
Title: Town Manager
INTERVIEWS
. Richard Deringer, 1741 Mar West Street
. Emmett O'Donnell, 135 Avenida Miraflores
. John Kunzweiler, 16 Norman Way
Agenda - Town Council Meeting
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CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
Councilmember Berger, Councilmember Gram, Councilmember Thompson, Vice Mayor Fredericks, Mayor Slavitz
ANNOUNCEMENT OF ACTION TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION. IF ANY
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Persons wishing to address the Town Council on any subject not on the agenda may do so now.
Please note however, that the Town Council is not able to undertake extended discussion or action
tonight on items not on the agenda. Matters requiring action will be referred to the appropriate
Commission, Board, Committee or staff for consideration and/or placed on a future Town Council
meeting agenda. Please limit your comments to no more than three (3) minutes.
INTRODUCTION OF NEW TOWN EMPLOYEE
. Community Service Officer Caitlin Collins
CONSENT CALENDAR
All items on the Consent Calendar may be approved by one motion unless a request is made that
an item be transferred to the Regular Agenda for separate disCussion and consideration. Any item
on the Regular Agenda may be moved to the Consent Calendar.
1. Approval of Town Council Minutes - February 5, 2003
2. Recommendation by Director of Administrative Services - Accept Town Investment Summary
for January 2003
3. Recommendation by Public Works Director - Accept Notice of Completion of Ferry Plaza
Project
4. Recommendation by Public Works Director - Adopt Resolution Authorizing Notice of Intent to
Comply with California Stormwater General Permit
Resolution of the Town of Tiburon Authorizing the Town Manager
to Prepare and sign Application Documents Signifying an Intent to
Comply with a General Permit for Storm Water Discharges from
Small Municipal Separate Storm Sewer Systems
5. Recommendation by Public Works Director - Authorize Harris & Associates to Perform GASB
34 Infrastructure Inventory and Assessment Valuation
6. Recommendation by Director of Community Development - Adoption of Planning Commission
Resolution of Intention to Initiate Zoning Ordinance Amendments (R-2 zone)
7. Recommendation by Director of Administrative Services - Budget Amendment for Purchase of
Accounting System Server
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APPOINTMENTS TO BOARDS. COMMISSIONS AND COMMITTEES
8. Recommendation by Town Clerk - Appoint Various Members to Boards, Commissions and
Committees
. DESIGN REVIEW BOARD
. PLANNING COMMISSION
. PARKS & OPEN SPACE COMMISSION
. JT. RECREATION COMMITTEE
REGULAR AGENDA
9. Recommendation by Director of Community Development - Downtown Design Guidelines -
Furniture Supplement
10. Report by Town Manager - State Budget Update
COUNCIL COMMITTEE AND COMMISSION REPORTS
11. Report by Councilmember Berger - Skatepark Task Force Timeline and Process
12. Report by Town Manager- MERA Update
. Request by MERA for Activation of the North County Portion of the MERA System
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
Town Council Weekly Digest - February 7, 2003
Town Council Weekly Digest - February 14, 2003
Town Council Weekly Digest - February 21, 2003
Town Council Weekly Digest - February 28, 2003
ADJOURNMENT
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UPCOMING AGENDA ITEMS & EVENTS
. Town Revenue Enhancement Ideas - (March 19)
. Resolution in Support of Angel Island Immigration Station restoration - (March 19)
. ,Resolution in Support of Formation of Raccoon Lane Undergrounding Utilities District
. Recognition of Outgoing Commissioners 2000-2003 - (future agenda)
. Creation of Downtown Business Improvement District - (future agenda)
. Draft Grading Ordinance - (future agenda)
. Draft Guidelines for Formation of Undergrounding of Utilities Assessment Districts - (future agenda)
. Draft Open Space Policy Guidelines - (future agenda)
. Report on Library Expansion - (future agenda)
. Request for relocation of Gallows Wheels - (future agenda)
. Rescind Emergency Ordinance and Resolution pertaining to 145 Sugarloaf Drive - (future agenda)
. Golden Gate Transit Installation of Bus Stop at Stewart Drive & Tiburon Blvd. - (future agenda)
. Presentation of 8th Annual Heritage Preservation Award - (May 7)
. HOMEOWNER'S SUMMIT - SATURDAY, MARCH 29 -10:00 a.m. at Town Hall
. Joint Meeting of the Design Review Board, Planning Commission and Town Council- TBA
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INTERVIEW SCHEDULE - Wednesday, March 5, 2003
VACANCIES ON TOWN BOARDS, COMMISSIONS &
COMMITTEES
7:00 p.m.- Richard Deringer, 1741 Mar West street
7:10 p.m. - Emmett O'Donnell, 135 Avenida Miraflores
7:20 p.m. - John Kunzweiler, 16 Norman Way
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APPLICATION
The Town Council considers appointments to its various Town commissions,
boards and committee throughout the year due to term expirations and unforeseen
vac~ncies.In its effort to broadenparticipatiou.bylo<;a. residents:iIl1Tiburon's local
gov~rl1m'ental,process and activities, the Cour,cil .n~eds to knQw. y'ourinterest in
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THE DERINGER COMPANY
The Deringer Company, founded in 1977, is a Real Estate Development, Consulting and
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Property Management frrm. .
The thrust of the Deringer Company's activities has been: to select and acquire sites
economically suitable for development or renovation; to syndicate the projects for
investment; to arrange for financing under the most favorable terms; to manage site
control; and, to lease up and manage the newly developed projects.
The Deringer Company has been a pioneer and driving force in San Francisco, helping to
create a back office market segment, (support service employment base). The Deringer
Company supplied extensive documentation, including a detailed back office building
survey, to the City and County of San Francisco Planning Department. This document
was used extensively by the Planning Department's staff, as well as quoted in articles in
both the San Francisco Chronicle and the San Francisco Examiner. In addition, the
Deringer Company sponsored the frrst back office seminar in San Francisco, which was
attended by over 200 developers and brokers, including the staff of the San Francisco
Planning Department.
The Deringer Company has played a pivotal role in creating the Van Ness Gateway
Center, one ofthe largest office, retail, and planned housing projeCts in San Francisco.
The frrst building of this mixed-use project, Van Ness Plaza (phase 1) represents a
220,000 square foot building, which houses the Western Regional Headquarters of the
Internal Revenue Service. This building won the coveted Golden Nugget Award in 1986
as well as six other architectural awards, 'including being awarded "Best Rehabilitated"
office building by Builders magazine. This building was the cover building on the
Builders Magazine's Awards Issue, for that year. The second phase of the Van Ness
Gateway Center Project, is an approximate 70,000 Square foot office building. It was
sold to the City and County of San Francisco, as their new planning and permit offices.
THE PROPERTIES:
Since 1977, the Deringer Company has purchased, developed or acted as co-developer
for about two million square feet of Commercial, Residential and Retail real estate in
California. In addition, the Deringer Company was responsible for obtaining approved
environmental impact report approval for in excess of five hundred thousand square feet
of projects that were eventually sold as development sites.
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THE DEVELOPMENT TEAM:
The Deringer Company has a highly experienced staff with varied ba~kgrounds, whose
areas of expertise include:
Site Selection
RenovationlDevelopment Planning
Project Financing/Financial Analysis and Budgeting
Construction Management
Commercial Leasing and Brokerage
Property Management
Accounting and Tax Planning
Legal Issues Affecting Real Estate
Governmental Approvals (Including Environmental Stu~ies)
Joint Venture Acquisition and Development
THE PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT PROCESS:
Site Location and Acquisition
A number of potential development sites are presented, on a recurring basis, as to
office/commercial/retail development. In addition, residential development sites of both
sale and rental potential are actively sought by the development team. Particular attention
is paid to locations surrounding the downtown areas of major urban centers, such as the
San Francisco Financial District The development group acquisition specialist(s) locate
promising sites, produce detailed pro-forma development cost projections, and review
them in detail prior to their selection for development.
Once a potentially appropriate site has been identified, a substantial amount of time is
devoted to researching site details (including zoning and physical characteristics), of the
subject site and adjacent surrounding properties. Once it has been determined that the
site is appropriate for development, acquisition negotiations are commenced.
The structure of the acquisition negotiations is tailored to the site's fmancial projections;
with a view towards fmancing flexibility, and minimizing the risk involved with the
carrying costs of a development in progress.
In a number of situations, where the site is offered on a joint venture basis, a
determination is made as to the landholder's fmancial requirements, and flexible
fmancing arrangements are offered.
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PROJECT FINANCING:
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In connection with the preparation of fmancial projections for the offering memorandum,
the development team prepares a loan placement memorandum, prior to preparing an "-
application for a loan commitment. In general, This placement memorandum includes
the following:
Site size and description, area description, including site plan and aerial photos of the site
and adjacent properties;
Architectural concept, the designer, and the major features of the design;
Project operating projections; including gross and rentable square footage, projected rent
per square foot, and projected income and expenses. The projections include estimate
lease-up arrangements, interest reserves and vacancy rates;
The project s market; including site location relationship to amenities, employment base
and locations, office space supply and demand, vacancies, absorption rates and
availability of buildable vacant space.
Subsequent to the preparation of the loan placement memorandum, the loan application
is prepared, with particular consideration to the cost and term of the financing and the
impact of such cost on the profitability and cash flow potential of the project.
, CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT:
Upon securing project fmancing and the necessary governmental permits, the
development projects proceed to the construction phase, under the supervision and
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direction of the construction management team..
The construction manager has already been intimately 'involved in the projects pre-
construction progress havirig completed the following:
Analysis of terms of purchase and physical characteristics of the site;
Coordination for the Environmental Impact Report, when applicable;
Assistance in preparing project guidelines and insuring code compliance of the projects;
Monitoring development of the design-development and the architects working drawings;
Recommending the most suitable method of construction and selection of contractor,
including the calling of bids;
Preparing of construction timetable;
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Coordination of on-site project management between the project architect and contractor;
During the construction phase, the construction management team monitors construction
progress to assure that the project is completed on time and a planned. The team also
analyzes reports, schedules, and progress by the contractor and architects while
maintaining voucher control.
LEASING (OWNED PROPERTIES):
Prior to the construction phase, an aggressive leasing plan is formulated, with a careful
review of the rental market for the project, and the amount of rental income required to
provide an acceptable cash flow to meet tenant operating expenses and debt service and
provide a rate of return to investors. Substantial tenant improvement allowances are
budgeted to attract and retain the highest quality tenants. In preparing the initial fmancial
projections, conservative estimates of lease-up rates, based on existing market analysis
from internal and external, (Brokers and Consultants), are made for the duration of the
initial lease-up period. The Deringer Company was responsible for negotiating and
obtaining the Western Regional Headquarters ofthe Internal Revenue Service lease in the
Van Ness Plaza (Phase 1) Building which has the single largest lease signed in San
Francisco throughout 1985. In addition, in 1993 the Deringer Company negotiated one
of the largest single retail leases in San Francisco, the California State Automobile
Association lease, at Van Ness Plaza.
PROJECT MANAGEMENT:
Once the project is completed and leased, the Deringer Company takes an active role in
the management and maintenance of the property(s). In-house experienced property
management and accounting staff handle the day-to-day cash flow, property
management, budgeting, and preparation of required tax filings. Computers and property
management software are utilized.
SALES ACTIVITIES:
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Once the Deringer Company's construction projects are complete, or after operating the
property for a period of time, the development team will market the building(s), through a
local real estate brokerage firm, while maintaining a close working relationship with this
group to assure the highest quality marketing information is dispensed to the buying
market. The company prepares marketing brochures.
HOUSING PROJECTS (RENTAL AND FOR-SALE HOUSING):
The Deringer Company has been involved throughout its many years in business in
developing various residential subdivisions, development of single family lots and the
renovation of historical and architecturally significant homes. One such historical project
was the development of the Hearst Mansion located in Hillsborough,California. The
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Deringer Company has extensive experience and knowledge in environmental issues and
has worked extensively with various neighborhood groups to encourage development of
residential units within their community. The Deringer Company worked directly with
some of the best-qualified legal experts in this area and has extensive experience in
dealing with governmental and political agencies in developing its projects. The
Deringer Company are experts on California Environmental Quality Act legislation and
has been involved in the submittal
JOINT VENTURE PROJECTS:
The Joint Venture Project Division was initiated to work with other developers and or
property owners to develop projects jointly. The developer and or property owner
donates their property to the venture. The Development Group Contributes its extensive
knowledge and experience as well as pre-development costs, when required. Joint
Venture partners have included; Emerald Fund, Inc, San Francisco, California, the
Montgomery Ward Company, Chicago, Illinois and Orbit Properties, Emeryville,
California, and Janus International Real Estate Group, San Francisco, California.
CONSULTANT:
The Deringer Company acts as a consultant to various real estate developers, real estate
building owners and real estate brokers and agents utilizing its extensive knowledge and
experience to benefit their specific projects. The following represents a partial list of
Development Companies that have availed themselves of the experience and expertise of
the Deringer Company;
Emerald Fund, Inc. San Francisco, California
Residential, Commercial Dev.
Janus International Real Estate Group, LLC
Hotel and Commercial Dev.
Orbit Development Company, Emeryville, Ca.
Commercial & Industrial Dev.
Forest City Development Company, Cleveland, Oh.
Commercial & Residential Dev.
Odyssey Development Company, LLC Sonoma, Ca.
Commercial & Residential Dev.
Mariposa Property Company, Inc., San Francisco
Residential & Commercial Dev.
Barry Swenson Builders, San Jose, California
Residential & Commercial Dev.
INSTITUTIONAL CONSULTANT:
The Deringer Company has expanded its consulting services and now offers its services
to institutional companies; such as Banks, Insurance Companies and Pension and Profit
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Sharing companies. These institutional companies currently own or control a substantial
amount of non-performing real estate properties. In an effort to help these companies
liquidate and or bring these projects to a performing status, creates a marketing and
development program for each ofthese properties and works directly with these
institutional companies to create positive and productive results for these properties. In a
recent letter form one such client; Bank of San Francisco, the Vice President of the banks
Real Estate Special Asset department stated in a letter, 'At the time the bank took
possession of the property there was a myriad of problems caused by the original
developers negligence. Richard (Deringer) has been a great help to the bank in solving
these problems and reversing a problem situation into a potential positive situation for the
bank. -In my opinion, Mr. Deringer has a great deal of knowledge of the real estate
business, which could be helpful to institutions without "in-house" expertise.
CO-DEVELOPER OPERATIONS:
The Deringer Company, due to its extensive development experience and knowledge,
especially in the area of developing historical and or architecturaIly significant properties,
does act as co-developer or development consultant for specific projects. One such
situation is the Montgomery Ward property, located in Oakland, California. This one
million square foot mixed unit development is planned to become a major addition to the
Oakland area. The property is anticipated to be developed into a retail, office and
residential project. This is the largest project of its kind being developed in the East Bay
area. The company was brought 'in to create the "Vision" for this property. This
included creating a full development plan, helping design the specific project, working
directly with government agencies to obtain building permits and planning approval,
locates financing for this project and to assist in the location of tenants for the properties.
In a recent letter from the Regional Real Estate Manager of Montgomery Ward company,
it stated; 'About six months ago, Mr. Deringer was brought in.. as co-developer of this
project (The Montgomery Ward building in Oakland, California). Immediately, he
organized his staff and created a mixed-use development project, based on his vision and
his dreams. He redesigned this project into a two hundred thousand square foot retail,
three hundred square foot office, a seventy five thousand square foot athletic facility for
the project and the community and about three hundred housing units. He then went out
and got preliminary commitments for about two hundred and fifty thousand square feet of
this building. Without Mr. Deringer's participation, this project may have gone another
eleven years vacant. Mr. Deringer has helped create a project that, with his continued
participation, should bring new life into this building and into the surrounding
neighborhood. His dreams and visions made it happen and now his drive and knowledge
will make it work."
In a subsequent letter from the Regional Real Estate Manager of Montgomery Ward
Company, it stated; "We are pleased to inform you that our Company has preliminary
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interest in leasing seventy five thousand square feet in the Landmark Center. Your new
designs and development vision is what has convinced us that this is a unique project that
will be conclusive to a successful store for Montgomery Ward Outlet World. We look
forward to being a part ohms project. "
The City of Oakland Office of Economic Development and Employment, in a letter from
its Director, stated; "We welcome Mr. Deringer's participation on this project Someone
of his development background is needed to bring knowledge and experience necessary
to complete a project of this size and complexity. ,"
In a letter from the Real Estate Manager ofFood4Less, the proposed tenant for the retail
portion of this project, stated; "Needless to say, I am very impressed by the new
direction this project has taken, and that new direction is evident in these drawings. It is
obvious that Richard Deringer's involvement has spurred these recent changes, and we at
Food4Less Supermarkets are excited about the prospect of working with him to see this
transaction through the completion. I have heard good things about his abilities and
experience, and now I can see the results of his input. "
These are only a few of many similar letters received throughout the many years of
development ofthe Deringer Company projects.
EXECUTIVE SUITE OPERATIONS:
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In the early part of 1983, The Deringer Company, formed" The Emerald Executive
Suites", to meet the needs, within its owned properties, of these tenants seeking "State of
the Art" Executive Suite(s). The Deringer company recognized that their leasing
specialist were receiving substantial inquiries from individuals and corporate entities
requesting office space consisting of smaller individual offices and or 'individual suites.
Many of these inquiries came from individuals, such as accountants and attorneys, who
were either entering into their career field for who had worked at larger companies and
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now wish to start their own companies. Also, the Deringer Company recognized that
many larger companies located out of San Francisco were looking for smaller office
facilities to locate satellite operations. This was also the situation with companies located
out of this country that needed facilities that included sophisticated computer and
telemarketing operations, as well as abundant conference facilities. To meet these needs
the Emerald Executive Suites was established. These suites and offices were designed to
meet these needs, especially relating to the availability ofthe most advanced computer
and computer related equipment available at that time. These suites were designed with
conference areas to meet the expanded needs of these clients, and were equipped with the
most sophisticated communication and telemarketing equipment available. This allowed
conferences to be held throughout the world, if required. The common area's 'included
secretary work stations and, if needed, secretaries to work directly with each tenant or to
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supplement the secretarial needs that may arise. These executive suites became a very
successful part of the tenant make up of nearly all of the Deringer Company managed
properties. The Deringer Company developed a management team that operated these
facilities and this team was directly responsible for the positive response this concept
created in each of the buildings that the Emerald Executive Suites was located.
HISTORIC PROPERTIES:
Over the last fifteen years the Deringer Company has been involved in the development
of Historic Properties. They are considered experts in the restoration of both residential
and commercial properties. The Deringer Company helps in the design and construction
phase to insure the integrity ofthe restoration meets local, state and federal guidelines for
restoration. The Deringer Company prepares all submittal application for approval of
qualified projects to the National Register of Historic Properties. The Deringer Company
also prepares the application for funding of state and federal grants, when available, for
seismic upgrade of the properties as well as for funds to restore these properties back to.
their original design.
HOTEL DEVELOPMENT:
The Deringer Company has actively been involved in the development of visitor-serving
Hotel and Inn properties located within the Sonoma County area. The Deringer
Company chooses the most desirable existing properties to extensively remodel and
expand these facilities. Adding Spa's and Event Centers to these properties adds to the
ambiance of these properties, which are located in the famous Sonoma Wine Country.
In a recent project in which the Deringer Company was acting as Development
Consultant, Mr. Deringer was able to increase the hotel facility in excess of 100%. In a
letter from the Emerald Fund, Managing MEMBER to its partners, it stated, "The
Managers would like to express our appreciation for Rick Deringer's efforts in obtaining
these results, which is a major increase over the rooms previously recognized". .
OVERVIEW:
The real estate development and management process is complex, requiring knowledge
of the market and what it will support. This knowledge comes only through experience.
Understanding the San Francisco Bay Area real estate market has taken hard work and
commitment. The professional team at the Deringer Company has proven that it has the
experience and knowledge required to succeed.
Foresight, an innovative approach and expertise of each individual are the strengths of the
Deringer Company.
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Looking ahead, we see our horizons broadening to new areas, new projects and new
concepts in development. However, our fundamental philosophies will remain
unchanged: vision, exact planning, precise financial figures and good common sense.
RICHARD DERINGER
Richard Deringer is the founder and Chief Executive Officer of the Deringer Company.
His early exposure to real estate development was gained through his experience in the
tax departm~nt with two national CPA firms; Arthur Young and Company for four years,
and Arthur Anderson and Company for two years. During that time he represented both
principal investors and developers in negotiations and tax planning strategies for various
real estate projects. Since forming the Deringer Company, Richard Deringer has acted as
, Developer, Co-Developer, or Consultant on over 45 projects totaling more than 2 Million
square feet of Commercial, Hotel and or Residential Development.
In 1976, Mr. Deringer established his own tax and management consulting practice,
among whose clientele include a number of prominent Bay Area individuals and closely
held businesses with various operational and tax planning problems.
In 1977, responding to the needs of his clientele, Mr. Deringer formed the Deringer
Company, to develop both commercial and residential projects in the San Francisco Bay
Area. Deringer Development Group, Inc. was the management arm of the Deringer
Company.
In 1980, the group concentrated its emphasis on the rapidly expanding San Francisco Bay
Area office market. Mr. Deringer has played a major role in the City and County of San
Francisco defining and implementing a back office element to the San Francisco
Downtown Plan.
He was a speaker in the annual building show in Dallas, Texas for the "National
Commercial Building Exposition and Conference". Mr. Deringer was also honored in
1986, in San Francisco, Calif9mia at the "Pacific Coast Builders Conference" for
developing the "Best Rehabilitated Commercial or Industrial Project", the coveted
"Golden Nugget Grand Award".
He currently consults for other developers and building owners, assisting them in
workout programs and other Debtor/Creditor negotiations. Over the last few years Mr.
Deringer has gained a knowledge and respect within the development and banking
community as to Debtor/Creditor issues. Where many developers have aborted projects
due to an inability to negotiate loan or lease extensions, Mr. Deringer assists his clients in
helping create a new and fresh atmosphere conducive to positive workout results. Mr.
Deringer has been called upon by institutional entities, such as banks, as well as by
corporate real estate departments of major companies; to h.elp troubled projects become
productive again.
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Mr. Deringer has a B.S. in Accounting from San Jose State University, and has taken
graduate level courses in taxation from Golden Gate University.
Mr. Deringer served four years in the United States Air Force and was stationed in South
East Asia. He is a Vietnam War Veteran.
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TOWN CLEKK
TOWN OF TIBURON
February 4, 2003
Diane Crane lacopi
Town Clerk
Town of Tiburon
1505 Tiburon Blvd:
Tiburon, CA 94920
Dear Diane,
I am writing to express my interest in potential vacancies on the Planning
Commission, Design Review Board, or the Heritage and Arts Commission.
Approximately a year ago, I was interviewed for a vacancy on the Design Review
Board: I am enclosing some personal data and a statement of qualifications.
If the present commissioners on these boards would like to continue in their
positions, then I would not like to challenge forthe openings because of term
expiration.
Please let me know if there are any opportunities.
Sincerely,
@earl f}rEJ/JC{1~
Emmett O'Donnell
Personal Data
Emmett O'Donnell
135 Avenida Miraflores
Tiburon, CA 94920
Home tel: 415-889-4075
Work tel: 925-427-2518
Fax: 415-889-4074
Property Owners' Association: Del Mar
Tiburon Resident: 1 % years Date submitted: February 25, 2002
Reason For Selectina Your Areas of Interest
I have always taken a keen interest in a~ city's public spaces, its environment, its
commitment to open space, and the aesthetic preservatio'n of its architectural
heritage. '
Applicable Qualifications and Experience
I graduated from Harvard University in 1984 with B.A. in Fine Arts. While at
Harvard I pursued studies in architecture. I chose not to pursue the field after
spending a numbers of years working overseas in the Middle East. In late
1980s with two partners, I started a company specializing in the international
trade of packaging products. Today this same company, Viking Industrial Corp.,
is one of the largest exporters of shipping containers from the Bay Area. The
company and its affiliates now employ over 80 people and are located in
Pittsburg, CA.
For the 15 years, my wife and I have resided in San Francisco. As a resident of
San Francisco, I was appointed by Mayor Brown to serve on a S.F. Park and
RElcreation subcommittee, drafting a plan to rehabilitate the city's public sports
facilities within the park system. This plan envisioned and incorporated both
public and private funds. I have volunteered for many years at the San Francisco
Boys and Girls Club in the Mission district of San Francisco, and I served for two
years as President of the Lincoln Park Golf Club. My wife and I have been avid
supporters of the S.F. Art Institute.
I believe I would be an asset to public service on behalf of the town, and I would
welcome the opportunity of an interview.
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Personal Data
'Name: John T. Kunzweiler
Mailing Address: 16 Norman Way / Tiburon, CA 94920
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TOWN CLERK
TOWN OF TIBURON
Telephone: Home: 415 7899580 Work: 4155375520 Fax: 4157899582
Prpoperty Owners" Assoc: Norman Way Home Owner's Association
Tiburon Resident: 3 years
Date Submitted: 2/10/03
Reasons for Selectine
Your Areas of Interest
Design Review Board or Parks and Open Space Committee - Interested in either
committee. I'm interested in serving where I can m:ake the greatest contribution, but
must also accommodate my work/job commitments. In either case, I am very interested
in contributing my time and energies to the Town of Tiburon, in any role.
Reasons for Design Review Board:
1. I believe that the proper planning and development of Tiburon is an absolutely
key element of our quality of life and that of future generations of residents and
visitors. We have to continue to strive to get it right.
2. Existing design, zoning, hillside and planning guidelines have been developed
over time and with public input -they make sense. They must be enforced or,
perhaps more importantly, interpreted with that spirit in mind.
3. I recognize that designs, plans and personal and popular tastes are highly
subjective and change over time. The role of the Design Review Board, I believe,
is to provide stability, consistency and perspective to the approval process.
4. As a non-architect/engineer, I would focus on the neighbor, neighborhood and
community interests/impacts of all design proposals. I like this kind of mix of
skills on the Board. Problems are best solved when approached from different
angles; when they incorporate different skills and thinking styles. Ultimately, the
public is best served with this mix of capabilities on the Board
Reasons for Parks and Open Space Commission:
1. On perhaps 50% of the weekends in which I've lived in Marin County, I've hiked
through our open-space lands. I greatly appreciate this resource. And I have the
poison oak scars to prove it! .
2. Likewise, our public parks, and particularly those in Tiburon, provide access and
use for the broadest segments of our population. Judging from the daily crowds,
our parks are an important part of the lives of many of us.
3. Combined, both parks and open space add tremendously to the community and
our enjoyment of this beautiful area.
. 4. These resources, like all others, must be managed and intelligently enhanced.
Importantly, multiple-uses must be carefully balanced. I believe in the
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tremendous value ofthese resources and I recognize that competing uses and
declining financial resources challenge them. I am anxious to "take my turn" to
protect and expand these important community resources.
Applicable Qualifications
and Experience
Design Review:
1. Extensive experience in resolving problems and negotiating complex agreements.
I'm not a lawyer.. .these agreements were achieved through principle-based
negotiations, patience, common sense and an open mind.
2. I'm a reasonably quick study. As mentioned above and in my resume, I've been
involved in a broad range of complex issues, surrounded by many "experts."
I've had to work on a pretty steep learning curve for over 20 years. I'm
confident I can master the planning "rules," and perhaps more importantly, the
rationale behind them.
3. I have some experience in design and development. My father had a business as
a home construction supplier (I worked there summers and 2 years after college).
I designed and served as the general contactor in a total house remodel (our old
house) in Mill Valley. Though successful, I will never do that again!
4. College-level education in Design and Art. I have had an interest in the visual
and aesthetic impact of artwork and architecture for over 25 years. Certainly not
an expert, but the interest is genuine.
Parks and Open Space
1. 1 have been a life-long user of open space and parks. I've hiked and biked
literally thousands of miles of Marin County trails and roads.
2. I have actively supported open space initiatives -as a signature collector, donor
and organizer
3. I appreciate the mix of ingredients that make parks and open space work for all-
it's a combination of supporting multiple uses, operating with limited (and
shrinking) budgets, utilizing volunteer resources, and serving special needs.
4. 1 also recognize that sometimes the mix may be contentious. These are important
resources about which many people feel quite strongly. I believe I am a good
and reasonable listener -I do not have a particular agenda here. But my interest in
serving on this Commission is driven by very active use and a deep belief in the
value of these resources.
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TOWN COUNCIL
MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Slavitz ca~!ed th. e regu:ry. _ eeting of the Tiburon Town Council to order at 7:30 p.m.
on Wednesday, ,February 5, 2003, Town Council Chambers, 1505 Tiburon Boulevard,
Tiburon, Califoki~:_.._____.___ .
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: COUNCILMEMBERS:
Berger, Fredericks, Gram, Slavitz, Thompson
PRESENT: EX OFFICIO:
Town Manager McIntyre, Town Attorney Danforth,
Director of Community Development Anderson,
Director of Public Works/Town Engineer Echols, .
Chief of Police Odetto, Director of Administrative
Services McVeigh, Administrative & Financial
Analyst Stott, Town Clerk Crane Iacopi
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION
(Section 54956.9(a))
Howard Zack, Diane Zack v. MERA and Town ofTiburon
MERA v. Town ofTiburon and Dean Bloomquist
Citizens for Open Process in Antenna Siting (COPAS) v. MERA and Town ofTiburon
Xanadu v. Town ofTiburon
UDI-Tetradv. Town ofTiburon
PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EV ALUA TION
(Section 54957)
Title: Town Manager
INTERVIEWS - (Jt. Disaster Advisory Council)
Ellen Rony; 21 Juno Road
ANNOUNCEMENT OF ACTION TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION, IF ANY
Mayor Slavitz said that no action was taken in closed session.
Town Council Minutes # 03-2003
February 5,2003
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ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
None.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. Approval of Town Council Minutes - January 15,2003
2. Approval of Town Council Minutes - January 21, 2003
3. Recommendation by Director of Administrative Services - Accept Town Investment
Summary for December 2002
4. Recommendation by Director of Administrative Services - Approve New Job
Classifications
· Deputy Public Works Director
· Planning Division Manager
5. Recommendation by Public Works Director - Authorize Town Manager to Approve
Engineering Design Services Task Order with Harris & Associates for the 2002-2003
Traffic Safety Improvements
MOTION:
Moved:
Vote:
To adopt Consent Calendar Items 1 through 5, above.
Thompson, seconded by Fredericks
AYES: Unanimous
ABSTAIN: Gram, January 15,2003 Minutes
APPOINTMENTS TO BOARDS. COMMISSIONS AND COMMITTEES
. Vacancy on Jt. Disaster Advisory Council
MOTION:
Moved:
Vote:
To appoint Ellen Rony to the Jt. Disaster Advisory Council
Fredericks, seconded by Thompson
AYES: Unanimous
REGULAR AGENDA
6. Report by Director of Administrative Services - Mid-Year Financial Review
Director Me V eigh gave the report.
Town Council Minutes # 03-2003
February 5,2003
Page 2
Ms. McVeigh stated that the information contained in the report was an extension of the
overview presented at the Town Council/Staff retreat. She said that the State did not yet have an
agreed-upon plan in place to address the budget deficit; therefore, the Town was basing its
revenue projections on monies received to date, including Vehicle License Fee ("VLF") funds.
Councilmember Thompson suggested that due to the uncertainty surrounding the VLF, a more
conservative approach might not be to show these funds in projected revenues at all.
Town Manager McIntyre made mention of the state of flux of the current State budget and said
that Staff would continue to closely monitor the situation and bring monthly reports to the
Council.
Council accepted the report, as presented.
7. Report by Town Manager - Results and Goals of Town Council/Staff Retreat
Mayor Slavitz asked for clarification of some of the stated goals. He noted that the goal to place
photos on the Town's website did not have the consensus of the Council. Vice Mayor Fredericks
concurred with his recollection.
The Mayor also suggested that the first homeowner's summit be scheduled for March and asked
that the Town's newsletter be added to the list of 2002/03 goals. Town Manager McIntyre said
that the production of a semi-annual newsletter was already in place.
Vice Mayor Fredericks said that the goal to update the Paradise Drive [Hochstrasser] study
should be expanded upon. Fredericks said that Supervisor Rose had requested that the Town
work with the County to produce a document that could be used in deciding the allocation of
costs when the disposition of Paradise drive is finally decided. The document would include
location and status of the slides, alternatives for funding repairs, updating on any repairs that had
occurred, identification of all funding for maintenance and repair to the road. She also suggested
that the consultant used to generate the report be acceptable both to the Town and the County.
With regard to the proposed list of revenue enhancement studies, Councilmember Thompson
suggested that the step of enforcing business license fee collection be taken before the increase in
business license fees was explored. '
Vice Mayor Fredericks mentioned the suggestion at the retreat that it might be possible to charge
phone companies for their utility easements on town property. She also referenced a League of
California Cities memo in the Town Digest which stated that historically, free easements were
given by municipalities to utilitY companies in exchange for the requirement that they provide
service to remote areas. Since the PUC had recently rescinded that requirement, Fredericks said
it was possible that the utilities no longer had entitlement to free easements on town property.
She suggested that Staff might follow up on this as a potential revenue source,
Town Council Minutes # 03-2003
February 5,2003
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COUNCIL COMMITTEE AND COMMISSION REPORTS
Councilmember Berger said that the Skatepark Task Force would give a report at the next
Council meeting and seek direction from the Council on its timeline and presentation of issues.
WRITTEN COMMUNICA nONS
Town Council Weekly Digest - January 17,2003
Town Council Weekly Digest - January 24,2003
Town Council Weekly Digest - January 31,2003
Town Manager McIntyre pointed out the letter from the Water's Edge Hotel suggesting the
creation of a Downtown Business Improvement District. Council asked that the matter be placed
. on a future agenda.
In discussing future meeting dates, the Council realized that there would not be a quorum for the
February 19, 2003 regular meeting and moved to cancel that meeting.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business before the Town CounCil of the Town of Tiburon, Mayor Gram
adjourned the meeting at 7:55 p.m., until Wednesday, March 5, 2003.
JEFF SLA VITZ, MA YOR
ATTEST:
DIANE CRANE IACOPI, TOWN CLERK
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February 5, 2003
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Town of Tiburon
STAFF REPORT
AGENDA ITEM
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FROM:
Heidi McVeigh, Director of Administrative Services
SUBJECT:
Monthly Investment Summary - January 2003
MEETING DATE: March 5, 2003
REVIEWED BY:
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TOWN OF TIBURON
Institution! Agency
Investment
Amount
Interest Rate
Maturity
State of California Local Agency $9,083,361.98 2.103% Liquid
Investment
Fund (LAIF)
Total Invested: $9,083,361.98
TIBURON REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
Institution! Agency
Investment
Amount Interest Rate
Maturity
State of California Local Agency $759595.18 2.103% Liquid
Investment
Fund (LAIF)
Bank of America Other $0
Total Invested: $759595.18
Notes to Table Information:
State of California Local Agency Investment Fund (LAIF): The interest rate
represents the effective yield for the month referenced above. The State of California
generally distributes investment data reports in the third week following the month
ended.
Acknowledgment: This summary report accurately reflects all pooled investments of
the Town of Tiburon and the Tiburon Redevelopment Agency, and is in conformity
with State laws and the Investment Policy adopted by the Town Council. The
investment program herein summarized provides sufficient cash flow liquidity to meet
next month's estimated expenditures.
Heidi McVeigh
cc: Town Treasurer
February 28, 2003
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Phil Angelldes, State Treasurer ...
Inside the State Treasurer's Office .
Local Agency Investment Fund
LAIF Performance Report
Reporting Date:
Effective Date:
Quarter Yield:
Daily:
Year:
Life:
Quarter Ending 12/31/02
Apportionment Rate: 2.31 %
Earnings Ratio: .00006335889804137
Fair Value Factor: 1.004029581
Monthly Average For January: 2.103%
02/27/03
02/26/03
2.03%
1.91%
2.35%
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2/28/2003
Town of Tiburon
STAFF REPORT
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AGENDA ITEM
TO:
Mayor and Members of the Town Council
Pat Echols, Director of Public Worksl Town Engineer
SUBJECT: Accept Ferry Dock Access & Improvements Project Contract as
Complete ~
MEETING DATE: March 5, 2003 REVIEWED BY: ~
FROM:
BACKGROUND
The Tiburon Town Council awarded a contract to Maggiora & Ghilotti, Inc. in the amount of
$696,696 for the Ferry Dock Access & Improvements Project on April 17, 2002.
DISCUSSION
Project construction commenced in May 2002 and was substantially completed in October
2002 and fully completed in February 2003. The contract work included replacement of the
existing ferry dock with a new dock structure that provides access to persons with disabilities.
Additionally, the Ferry Plaza was renovated with new granite pavers, a bicycle rack railing,
benches, trees and waste receptacles. During construction it was recognized that cement
mortar would be need rather than sand to provide a base and fill paver joints. At the time the
project was designed and bid, the Blue & Gold Fleet had not prepared plans for its new dock
access. During construction, Blue & Gold replaced their access dock structure with a new
gangway, which necessitated minor additional dock railing to interface with the new gangway.
Net change order work totaled $34,911 (5% of the contract amount) for a final contract price
of $731,607. Contract work was completed in general conformance with the project plans and
specifications.
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the Town Council accept the contract work performed by Maggiora &
Ghilotti, Inc. for the Ferry Dock & Access Improvements Project as complete in accordance
with the project specifications, authorize the release of retention funds and direct staff to file a
Notice of Completion.
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AGENDA ITEM ~
TO:
Mayor and Town Councilmembers
FROM:
Pat Echols, Town Engineer/Director of Public Works
Adopt Resolution Authorizing Notice of Inten"j1tmPIY with
California Stormwater General Permit
MEETING DATE: March 5, 2003 REVIEWED BY:
SUBJECT:
BACKGROUND
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), under amendments to the 1987
Federal Clean Water Act, imposed regulations that mandate local governments
reduce, to the maximum extent practicable, pollutants in storm water discharged
from municipal storm drain conveyance systems. Under authority of the California
Porter-Cologne Water Quality Control Act, the State Water Resources Control Board
(SWRCB) and its Regional Boards have been delegated the authority to issue
National Pollutant Discharge Elimination Systems (NPDES) permits and waste
discharge requirements for municipal stormwater discharges.
The county, all Marin municipalities, and the Marin County Flood Control and Water
Conservation District (District) are required by the EPA and the SWRCB to apply for
coverage under a General Permit. The county, all Marin municipalities, and the
District will apply as co-permittees through the Marin County Stormwater Pollution
Prevention Program (MCSTOPPP). On behalf of all its member agencies,
MCSTOPPP will collect the fees and signed application forms for submittal to the
SWRCB by March 10, 2003.
The latest version of the State's general permit is consistent with MCSTOPPP's
Action Plan 2005. The Action Plan was drafted in anticipation of MCSTOPPP
receiving a general permit in 2003 and is valid through 2005. MCSTOPPP is
requesting coverage under the general permit for 2005 for consistency with the
Action Plan 2005. There are no guarantees that the Regional Board will honor that
request for 2004/05 but that is MCSTOPPP's position at this time.
ANAL YSIS
At this time, the State has not formally adopted its general permit. However, the
Town is required to apply for coverage under an NPDES permit by March 10, 2003.
A copy of the application form is attached. Adoption of the resolution authorizes staff
to apply for coverage for the Town.
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Based on the Town's population, a prorated permit fee of $1,000 is due for this year.
Staff has been advised by MCSTOPPP that this fee is likely to triple or quadruple
next fiscal year.
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the Town Council adopt the attached resolution authorizing
the Town Manager to submit the appropriate Notice of Intent application form and
annual permit fee to the State of California Water Resources Control Board for
coverage under the General Permit.
EXHIBITS
1. Resolution authorizing the Town Manager to prepare and sign application
. documents signifying an intent to comply with a general permit for storm water
discharges from small municipal separate storm sewer systems.
2. Notice of Intent to comply with the terms of the General Permit
3. NPDES Frequently Asked Questions.
4. MCSTOPPP General Contribution Formulas
February 21, 2003
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NPDES Phase II FAQ's
NPDES Phase II FreQuentlv Asked Questions
Does each agency have to prepare their own plan? What if the Regional Board does not
approve one agency's plan, do the others get a permit?
Each agency does not need to have their own plan. The MCSTOPPP agencies can be co-
permittees under one permit, using the Action Plan 2005 as their overall storm water
management plan.
However agencies can have their own plans if they prefer. Santa Clara Valley URPPP
agencies each have their own individual storm water management plans (which they call urban
runoff management plans) to go along with the SCVURPPP program's plan. This obviously,
can make for more work for the co-permittee, the program managers, and Regional Board staff
however.
If there is a violation in one agency under the permit, who is responsible- the JPA, the
agency where it occurred, or all under the joint permit?
Each agency is responsible for the storm drain system that it owns or operates. If there is a
violation in one agency under the permit, then the agency is responsible. Typically Regional
Board staff will cite the individual agency with a Notice of Violation (NOV).
Can agencies have different standards to fulfill the stormwater plan requirements? For
example can street sweeping in one agency be weekly and in another monthly? Or will
the regional board require all agencies to meet the most stringent
standard?
The Regional Board wants to see equity across agencies and stormwater pro.grams--that is
why they are getting more prescriptive in the permit language for the Phase I programs. But
agencies can have different standards as long as they meet the minimum standards as
outlined in the performance standards. In the MCSTOPPP Action Plan 2005, some
performance standards allow for alternative approaches (e.g., See Storm Drain Facilities under
Municipal Maintenance performance standards for which one performance standard allows for
the development of an alternative storm drain facility pollution control plan.)
What is being considered for TDML limits? There is a concern if numerical limits are
set.
The essence of TMDLs is to set Total Maximum Daily Loads for pollutants that are impairing
local waterways and the Bay. Stormwater agencies are required to implement best
management practices to be in permit compliance. For the TMDLs, stormwater agencies will
be implementing BMPs that will lead to the attainment of water quality standards. The TMDL
section of the Action Plan 2005 plan contains the TMDL planning schedule proposed for Marin.
Most of the TMDLs for Marin focus on the Tomales Bay watershed. Eastern Marin creeks are
being listed for is the pesticide Diazinon. MCSTOPPP has a regional strategy prepared in
cooperation with BASMAA to deal with Diazinon. Agencies should participate in the TMDL
process to ensure that their concerns are heard, MCSTOPPP works through BASMAA to voice
our concerns.
Does each agency need its own permit?
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Each agency needs to pbtain NPDES permit coverage for its discharge of stormwater from its
municipal separate storm sewer system. Under the draft General Permit for Small Municipal
Separate Storm Sewer Systems (general permit) this will be accomplished by having each of
the MCSTOPPP member agencies complete a Notice of Intent (NOI) form (Attachment 5 to the
general permit) to comply with the general permit and submit the necessary annual fee. The
MCSTOPPP member agencies should check the NOI form's box that they are applying as co-
permittees. The exact logistics for how MCSTOPPP would like to complete and submit this
packet of NOls has not been worked out yet.
On behalf of the local agencies MCSTOPPP is offering to coordinate this process collecting
paperwork and fees and has targeted a submittal to the State by March 1, 2003.
Is a permit actually issued to MCSTOPPP?
No, each of the member agencies will file for coverage Lfnder the State's general permit.
Does the Regional Board have the authority to issue an individual permit instead of the
general permit? What law grants the Regional Board that authority?
Yes, CFR 9122.28(b)(3) allows a Regional Board to issue an individual municipal separate
storm sewer permit to a regulated small municipal separate storm sewer otherwise subject to
the State Water Resources Control Board's general permit. A description of this option is
discussed in the Fact Sheet (page 2) for this general permit and in the general permit at
Finding No. 20.
Can the state impose stricter standards on a local agency than it imposes on state
facilities?
Yes, the state can be more restrictive with the local agency. The Regional Board could issue
an individual permit to MCSTOPPP and its member agencies while it allowed the state and
federal agencies that need coverage for operating small municipal separate storm sewer
systems to obtain their coverage through the less stringent requirements contained in the
general permit.
If the Regional Board determines at some later date to impose an individual permit for
Marin, what is the process for permit development?
The specifics for this process have not been determined yet. The process usually involves the
Regional Board staff issuing an administrative draft of an NPDES permit for comment by the
agencies affected and environmental groups. The administrative draft permit is typically
modified and a final draft permit called a Tentative Order and Fact Sheet explaining the
Tentative Order are distributed for comment for a period of at least 30 days. The NPDES
permit is issued by the Regional Board as part of a public hearing typically held on the third
Wednesday of each month at the state office building in Oakland. Copies of the Regional
Board's staff report, Executive Officer's Summary Report, and response to comments are
typically available to the public several d~ys prior to the scheduled public hearing. The
permittees and interested members of the public are allowed to testify at the public hearing
regarding the permit's adoption.
What is the penalty for a municipality that doesn't pay its fees or that fails to submit the
NOI?
Any permit noncompliance constitutes a violation of the Clean Water Act and the Porter-
Cologne Water Quality Control Act and is grounds for enforcement action and/or removal from
General Permit coverage. In the event that the Permittee is removed from General Permit
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coverage, the Permittee will be required to seek coverage under an Individual or alternative
general permit.
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RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF TIBURON AUTHORIZING THE TOWN
MANAGER TO PREPARE AND SIGN APPLICATION DOCUMENTS SIGNIFYING AN
INTENT TO COMPLY WITH A GENERAL PERMIT FOR STORM WATER
DISCHARGES FROM SMALL MUNICIPAL SEPARATE STORM SEWER SYSTEMS
WHEREAS, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, under amendments to the 1987
Federal Clean Water Act, imposed regulations that mandate local governments reduce
to the maximum extent practicable pollutants in storm water discharged from municipal
storm drain conveyance systems; and
WHEREAS, under authority of the California Porter-Cologne Water Quality Control Act,
the State Water Resources Control Board and its Regional Boards have been delegated
the authority to adopt NPDES permits and waste discharge requirements for municipal
stormwater discharges; and
WHEREAS, all municipalities in Marin County and Marin County Flood Control and
Water Conservation District have been required by the Federal Government and the San
Francisco Bay Regional Water Quality Control Board to apply for a General Permit for
Storm Water Discharges from Small Municipal Separate Storm Sewer Systems
("General Permit"); and
WHEREAS, the thirteen (13) governmental entities have approved the Marin Street Light
Acquisition Joint Powers Authority (MSLAJPA) to fund activities to be performed jointly;
and
WHEREAS, on November 26, 2002 an agreement delineating activities to be
implemented by all participating agencies entitled Agreement with the Marin Streetlight
Acquisition Joint Powers Authority and the Marin County Flood Control and Water
Conservation District was approved collectively by all participating agencies, with the
Marin County Flood Control and Water Conservation District authorized to coordinate
and manage the program within the District as the Marin County Stormwater Pollution
Prevention Program (MCSTOPPP); and
WHEREAS, MCSTOPPP has previously prepared a Storm Water Management Plan
titled Action Plan 2005, and that is the plan intended to use for coverage under the
general permit.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Town Council of the Town of Tiburon
does hereby:
1. Certify that the Town of Tiburon will comply with the provisions of the General
Permit and the Storm Water Management Plan.
2. Authorize the Town Manager to sign application documents and to take any other
necessary actions to apply for coverage, as a co-permittee with the agencies that
are members of the MCSTOPP JPA, to comply with the requirements of the
"General Permit".
3.. Direct the Town Clerk to forward a copy of the signed application documents and
the annual "General Permit" fee, for the State Water Resources Control Board, to
. the Marin County St<;:>rmwater Pollution Prevention Program (MCSTOPPP)
Program Manager.
4. Requests the MCSTOPPP Program Manager to submit the application
documents and the "General Permit" fee to the San Francisco Bay Regional
Water Quality Control Board for permit coverage under the "General Permit" by
March 10, 2003.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 5th day of March 2003, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Town of Tiburon
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AGENDA ITEM
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TO:
Mayor and Members of the Town Council
Pat Echols, Director of Public Worksl Town Engineer
FROM:
Authorize Harris & Associates to pe~rfr GASB 34
Infrastructure Inventory and Assessment Valuaf n
MEETING DATE: March 5, 2003 REVIEWED BY:
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SUBJECT:
BACKGROUND AND DISCUSSION
The Town's adopted 2002-03 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) budget includes
$75,000 to develop a compliance program for meeting the requirements of
Government Accounting Standards Board Statement 34 (GASB 34) which pertains to
valuation of capital assets, including infrastructure assets. Harris & Associates has
worked with Town staff to develop a work scope (copy attached) which will comply
with the accounting requirements of GASB 34 and provide a framework that will
allow staff to develop and update long term capital improvement plans. Harris has
estimated its cost for this project to be $29,290.
The Town entered into an agreement with Harris & Associates on May 14, 2002 to
provide engineering support and design services. In accordance with terms of that
agreement, the Town Council must approve any tasks which exceed $10,000.
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the Town Council authorize the Director of Public Works to
issue a task order to Harris & Associates in the amount of $29,290 for the subject
project.
Attachment: Work Scope
Town of Tiburon-GASB 34 Proposal
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January, 2003
GASa 34 INFRASTRUCTURE INVENTORY and ASSET VALUATION
SERVICES
Project Understanding
The Town of Tiburon wishes to implement the financial reporting requirements of GASB 34 and
is seeking services from a qualified consultant firm to provide an inventory and valuation of
infrastructure assets.
Harris' recommended approach requires developing estimating techniques to establish
quantities, acquisition dates, historical costs, and Net Book Value of the assets. The techniques
and methodologies used will be dependent upon the type and extent of data available, and the
acceptability to the Town and its independent auditor.
The proposed work consists of grouping infrastructure assets into networks and subsystems,
and developing inventories and valuations. Recommendations for useful lives and depreciation
methodologies will be developed. The analysis will culminate in a Final Report that provides the
classification, documentation, \acquisition dates, historical cost, depreciation methodology,
calculations, and current net book value for each infrastructure assets.
In addition to the GASB 34 tasks, .the Town also wishes to digitally map its storm drain network
using an ArcView GIS system. This involves creating a digital GIS version of the Town's storm
drain map. Attribute data fields will be created to allow the Town to populate the fields with data
as it maintains and rehabilitates the storm drain network. Harris will enter a limited amount of
attribute data as part of this project. The Town will update the remaining fields.
ESSENTIAL TASKS
These are the essential tasks that will be performed for the inventory and valuation of
infrastructure assets. The followjng is .based upon utilization of the Basic Approach
(depreciation methodology) provided for in GASB 34:
. Assemble and analyze detailed inventories of the relevant infrastructure assets by type and
components.
. Determine the classification of assets and the reporting level for asset type: network or
subsystem.
. Determine acquisition or placed in. service date.
. Determine useful life of assets.
. Determine historical cost by asset type.
. Establish unit cost(s) of assets and component parts to establish replacement cost. Actual
costs will be used when readily available.
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. Apply the ENR Construction Cost Index to arrive at estimated historical cost when actual
cost is not available.
. Utilize straight-line depreciation to arrive at Net Book Value. The depreciation formula
suggested for use is as follows:
( Estimated Historical Cost ::; Annual Depreciation] x Current Age::; Accumulated Depreciation
Estimated Useful Life
Estimated Historical Cost - Accumulated Depreciation ::; Net Book Value
ASSETS TO BE REPORTED*
The Town has determined that the following infrastructure assets are to be included for
inventory, valuation, and reporting purposes:
Network Subsystem'
Roadways/Streets Pavement
Curb, Gutter & Sidewalk
Parkina Lots
Street Lights
Street Regulatory Signs
Medians
Parks and Recreation Major Park Facilities
Open Space
Dock
Marsh
Pier
Buildings Town Hall
Police Station
Corporation Yard
Bathrooms
*Fixed assets (building contents, vehicles, machinery and equipment) are not included as part of
this proposal).
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WORK PLAN
Harris will provide the Town with the necessary inventory, analysis, and valuation work for the
selected assets. The deliverable will be a final report that contains all necessary inventorie~,
historical costs, acquisition dates, depreciation schedules, methodologies, calculations, and
current Net Book Value.
Task No.1: Preliminary Review of Town Inventories and Records
Task NO.1 involves a preliminary review-of Town-provided information, including existing
inventories, bond records, subdivision and parcel maps,. PMS, Capital Improvement Programs,
and civil improvement plans to determine the extent of existing records. It is necessary to
determine the reliability of existing data, identify information gaps, and decide when estimates
need to be used.
As noted in the Project Schedule, we will meet with the Town to review the preliminary findings
from this task. Harris will recommend the best methodologies to develop inventories and
perform valuations.
Task No.2: Inventory Work
Step 1. Review of Inventories and Town Records:
The examination will include review of PMS data, existing inventories, master plans,
bond records, engineering information, and other documents. These materials will
primarily assist in determining the date of acquisition (construction or placed into service)
and historical costs. Where historical data is unavailable or requires substantial
research to complete, we will use statistically representative sampling techniques to
estimate acquisition dates.
Step 2. Determine Asset Classification and Network/Subsystem Reporting Level:
Based upon the nature, extent, and detail of data reviewed, recommendations will be
made to identify and classify related assets. In particular, this effortwilrtocus on
identifying GASB 34 networks and subsystems of the assets. For,example,' all assets
related to the roadway system (pavement, parking lots, street lights, medians, etc) will
be assigned to the roadway network. The individual assets will be identified as
subsystems.
Step 3. Determination of Useful Life:
Recommendations will be prepared with respect to the useful life of assets. The asset's
useful life is necessary to calculate the annual depreciation.
Task No.3: Acquisition and Valuation Effort
This involves the multiple tasks of retrieving or estimating asset acquisition dates, historical
costs, and useful life. Asset depreciation is calculated based upon these factors, as shown in
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the earlier formula. The following provides the methodologies for achieving these calculations
and arriving at Net Book Value.
Acquisition Date Methodology: Actual acquisition dates will be used for all asset types
upon available data. Where actual dates are not available, estimates will be based upon
other source document information or methodologies suggested.
Costing Methodology: The "composite cost" method is suggested for use in order to
establish historical cost when actual original cost cannot be determined. In these
situations, replacement value will be determined on a unit cost basis. Unit costs will be
applied to appropriate asset components in terms of total square footage, linear footage
or other appropriate unit measurement.
Valuation Methodology: The ENR Construction Cost Index will be used to estimate
historical cost, when necessary. Straight-line depreciation will be applied to the useful
life of assets. Harris will determine historical cost as well as current/replacement cost,
accumulated depreciation, annual depreciation, and Net Book Value.
Task No.4: Comprehensive Maintenance and Perpetuation Procedures
Step 1. Establish Asset Modules for Networks/Subsystems:
These modules will provide the following information: asset description, component and
subsystem, historical cost, acquisition date, unit cost, replacement cost, useful life,
annual depreciation, accumulated depreciation and calculations of Net Book Value.
This information will be documented in spreadsheets and appear in the Final Report
Appendices. These spreadsheets will be helpful in coming years in that ''future'' asset
data (quantities, costs, acquisition dates, and useful life) can be input and the
spreadsheet will perform the calculations for annual depreciation, accumulated
depreciation, and current Net Book Value.
Step 2. Procedure to Capture Future Asset Informa~ion:
An "Administrative Instruction" memorandum will be prepared along with a one-page
form, which can be used by the Town to capture infrastructure asset information in future
years. Suggested instructions will be provided on what/when such information should be
collected. The form will provide the format for collecting the information (asset, location,
quantity, cost, acquisition date, etc.) such that it can be easily transferred to the asset
modules as well as the Town's ''fixed assef' system. The Administrative Instruction
Form will be transmitted in electronic and hard copy format.
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Task No.5: Proiect Plannina and Coordination
We will provide Town staff with the following communications on the progress of the project:
. Project Orientation/Kick-off Meeting: This initial meeting will introduce the Town with
assigned Harris personnel. Discussion items will include review of the Scope of Services,
initial location/review of inventories and data, discussion of potential methodologies,
classification of assets, preliminary list of assets, and categorization by network and
subsystem. We will also discuss capitalization policies, existing asset management
systems, project contacts, work areas for research, and the project work schedule.
. Progress meetings (3) at the conclusion of Task No.1, midway through and at the
conclusion of the inventory and valuation work, Task Nos. 2 and 3.
. Draft Final Report review meeting with Town staff.
. Verbal communication as necessary in order to complete the project
Task No.6: Preparation of GASS 34 Final Report
Step 1. Prepare Summary of Findings:
: Harris will submit a draft final report containing:
A. General Summary: A summary of the project, GASB 34 requirements, information
sources, basic recommendations, methodologies utilized, and a listing of assets
categorized by network and subsystem.
B. Separate Sections for each asset: Sections will include the following information:
. Asset name or description.
. Summary inventory of asset, identifying major components.
. Listing of resources used to compile inventories.
. Quantities (appropriate unit measurements):
. Replacement cost and/or current unit cost. .
. Methodologies used to determine acquisition dates.
. Useful life of each asset by type/subsystem.
. Methodology used to determine acquisition date.
. Methodology used to determine historical cost, including calculations.
. Formula/calculations for applying depreciation to determine Net Book Value.
. Net Book Value of each asset by subsystem, as of June 30, 2002.
c. Appendices/Spreadsheets: Detailed spreadsheets documenting all asset components,
with quantities, historical costs, cost indexes, useful Iife(s) , depreciation (accumulated
and annual), salvage/residual value (Net Book Value results) showing all calculations.
Step 2. Review Results with Appropriate Town Staff:
We will meet with designated Town staff and others (such as the Town's auditor) to
review and clarify aspects of the "Draft Final Report." This meeting is in addition to the
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Progress Meetings referenced earlier.
Step 3. Final Report:
The Final Report and Appendices will contain all necessary historical cost, useful life,
replacement value, unit cost and depreciation information for the identified assets. All
support documentation will be provided electronically and by hard copy. This will allow
for prompt and efficient implementation in the Town's accounting records and for
production of GASB 34 compliant financial statements.
Task No.7: GIS Storm Drain Network Map
Harris will create a digital GIS version of the storm .drain network map located in the Town's
corporation yard, using an ArcView GIS system. The following attribute data fields will be
created to allow the Town to populate the fields as it maintains its storm drain network.
Storm Drain Attributes
ID Direction of Flow
Size (Diameter) Invert Elevation
Length (Estimated) Date TV'd
Lenath(Actual) Condition
Material Type Comments
Year of Construction Other
The storm drain map will visually display all the catch basins and storm drain pipes in the storm
drain network. By selecting an individual pipe or catch basin within the ArcView software, Town
staff will be able to retrieve attribute data. This process will also allow Town staff to enter
attribute data as it becomes available. Twenty (20) hours of Harris data entry time is included in
the cost estimate. Harris will begin populating the attribute fields for a limited number of pipe
segments and will provide Town staff a format to follow as they update the missing data.
Harris recommends that the Town televise selected areas of the storm drain network to
qetermine which pipes need repair. Based on experience with similar projects, we estimate it
will cost $2/ft to televise storm drain pipe. If the Town has 64,000 feet of pipe, it will cost
$128,000 to videotape. In order to complete the videotaping over a 5-year period, the Town
should plan to televise 12,800 feet of pipe at a cost of $25,000 per year. Missing attribute data
in the storm drain GIS layer could be populated using information collected from this task.
Project Schedule and Cost
The following two (2) pages provide you with the proposed Project Schedule and Project Cost
for the GAS~ 34 Inventory and Valuation Services.
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STAFF REPORT
AGENDA ITEM ~
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TO:
MAYOR & MEMBERS OF THE TOWN COUNCIL
FROM:
SCOTT ANDERSON, DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT
SUBJECT: RECOMMENDATION FROM PLANNING COMMISION TO
INITIATE ZONING TEXT AMENDMENTS REGARDING
USES IN THE R-2 (TWO-FAMIL Y RESIDENT~ Z.l ONE
MEETING DATE: MARCH 5, 2003 APPROVED BY ~
REPORT DATE: FEBRUARY 27,2003
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BACKGROUND
At its meeting of November 20,2002, the Town Council voted 4-1
(Councilmember Berger dissenting) to refer to the Planning Commission for
its study and recommendations a policy issue concerning the text contained
within Section 2.05.01 of the Tiburon Zoning Ordinance relating to principal
permitted uses in the R-2 (Two-Family) Zoning District. A transcript of the
Town Council's discussion on the referral is attached as Exhibit 1.
The Planning Commission studied and discussed the matter at two regular
meetings held on January 22, and February 26, 2003, and has concluded that
the meaning of Section 2.05.01 is ambiguous and that the text should be
amended to provide improved clarity of the Town's intent. The Planning
Commission adopted Resolution No. 2003-02 (Exhibit 2) recommending the
initiation of zoning text amendment procedures to address this issue.
The Planning Commission considered a wide range of six (6) options for
possible text amendments at the January 22,2003 meeting, and narrowed
the focus to a range of three (3) possible options at its February 26, 2003
meeting. The three options range from relatively minor clarification of the
existing text to substantial procedural changes that would require separate
Planning Commission review prior to the Design Review Board considering
any application for units in separate buildings in the R-2 zone. These three
options would form the basis for initial public discussion of the issue, but may
not necessarily be reflective of the end result following public hearings.
Staff anticipates a lively public debate over any text amendments to the R-2
zone.
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OPTIONS
The Town Council has the option of accepting the Planning Commission's
recommendation to initiate zoning text amendments, or terminating the
proceedings at this time.
If the Town Council accepts the Planning Commission's recommendation to
initiate zoning ordinance text amendment proceedings, Staff will provide
public notice and schedule a public hearing before the Planning Commission,
probably for the first meeting in April. Following the public hearing process,
the Planning Commission's specific recommendations for text amendments
would be forwarded to the Town Council for public hearing and possible
adoption.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the Town Council endorse (either by adoption of the
consent calendar or by separate motion) the recommendation of the Planning
Commission to initiate zoning text amendments.
EXHIBITS
1. Transcript of Town Council discussion from 11/20/2002 meeting.
2. Planning Commission Resolution No. 2003-02.
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Transcript of Portion of Town Council meeting of 11/20/2002
Mr. Mayor, did the Council wish to return to the issue of whether you
would like the Planning Commission to look at the Zoning Ordinance?
:::7 Anderson:
Gram: Let's do it very quickly. We can talk about it and talk about.
Slavitz: Maybe the suggestion could be that it [Section of Zoning Ordinance] go
back to the Planning Commission for their review and that they could
come back with suggestions about whether they would like to have
various style findings, or would they suggest something else, or would
they just leave it alone?
Berger: My feeling is that the ordinance is fine just as it is.
Gram: Alice thinks that it should be back.
Fredericks: I think it should go back.
Thompson: I think they should look at it, and I think that they should use the Quinn's
map because I think that it's very, very effective.
Fredericks: I would send it to the Planning Commission' with the data collected by the
Quinns and ask them to review the general policy.
. Berger: In what respect? For variance-type findings?
Slavtiz: Or changing the 'wording to make the variance findings more clear, or
leaving it the way it is.
Gram: It's got to reflect the history that promulgated this.
Fredericks: I would send it to the Planning Commission to see if the variance-type
findings that Jeff suggested [ are necessary] and also to consider the
question of whether this ordinance should reflect that single-family
dwelling-type appearances are a preference and two structures should only
be allowed with these strict findings. Those are the questions the Planning
Commission should consider.
Gram: Call the role please.
Clerk:
Councilmember Fredericks:
Councilmember Thompson:
Councilmember Berger:.
Vice Mayor Slavitz:
Mayor Gram:
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[transcribed by Town Clerk on 12/3/02]
Yes.
Aye.
No.
Aye.
Aye.
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EX-tIIBIT !',YO,
RESOLUTION NO. 2003- 02
A RESOLUTION OF .INTENTION
OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE TOWN OF TIBURON
TO INITIATE TEXT AMENDMENTS TO THE TIBURON ZONING ORDINANCE
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the Town of Tiburon does resolve as follows:
Section 1. Findinqs.
A. The Town has recently received applications for development of detached two-family
dwellings on lots within the R-2 zone. Section 2.05.01 of the Zoning Ordinance (Principal
Uses Permitted [R-2]) currently states that two 'dwelling units are permitted on an R-2
zoned lot "in a single building, or in two buildings if approved by the Board because of
factors such as terrain, lot size, lot configuration, or other physical considerations in order
to reduce visual, environmental, or other impacts."
) . ,
B. Concerns have been raised by members of the community that the current text of the
Zoning Ordinance does not provide clear guidance to the Design Review Board for the
review of applications for detached two-family dwellings, and could result in poor site
planning that is contrary to the intent of the Tiburon Zoning Ordinance when this
regulation was established in 1990.
C. The Planning Commission discussed this issue at its regular meetings on January 26
and February 26, 2003, and heard and considered testimony from interested persons.
D. The Planning Commission finds that the language contained within Section 2.05.01 of
the Zoning Ordinance is ambiguous and should therefore be amended. Therefore, this
portion of the Tiburon Zoning Ordinance should be amended to provide applicants and
neighboring property owners with clear direction and appropriate expectations for the
development of properties in the R-2 zone.
!
Section 2. Intention to Initiate Text Amendments to Zoninq Ordinance.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Planning Commission of the Town of
Tiburon does hereby indicate its intention to initiate text amendments to the Tiburon Zoning
Ordinance, and recommends that the Town Council concurs in the initiation of said text
amendment process.
/ TIBURON PLANNING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION NO. 2003-02
FEBRUARY 26, 2003
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PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Tiburon Planning Commission on
February 26, 2003, by the following vote:
AYES:
COMMISSIONERS: Collins, Greenberg, Smith, Snow & Stein
NOES:
COMMISSIONERS: None
ABSTAIN:
COMMISSIONERS: None
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PAUL SMITH, CHAIR
Tiburon Planning Commission
ATTEST:
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TIBURON PLANNING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION NO_ 2003-02
FEBRUARY 26, 2003
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Town of Tiburon
STAFF REPORT
AGENDA ITEM.-1--
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TO:
Honorable Mayor and Members of the Town Council
MEETING DATE:
Heidi McVeigh, Director of Administrative Services
Request for Budget Amendment - Accounting System ~
March 5, 2003 REVIEWED BY:~
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
FROM:
SUBJECT:
The current server supporting the Town's financial accounting system has been experiencing
significant instability this past month. The server is seven years old and parts have become
extremely difficult, if not impossible, to obtain. In order to avoid a catastrophic loss of accounting
information the Town must now replace the current Digital Alpha Server. The Town's
Information Technology Coordinator has recommended replacing the server, which runs on a
Digital UNIX platform, with a Dell server that will run off a Microsoft 2000 platform, at a cost of
$2,835. The Dell server comes with a three year maintenance warranty. Attached you will find a
cost breakdown of the current system's support costs versus the cost of purchasing the new
system.
In addition to purchasing new hardware the Town will also need to have the new system setup
and the current data migrated by Harris Computer, the Town's accounting software vendor, at a
cost of approximately $5,000.
Recommendation
That the Town Council authorize a budget amendment in the amount of $9,000 from the Capital
Equipment Replacement Fund for the purchase of new accounting system hardware and related
software support.
Attachment
Includipginitial setup and data migration fees, total c0stover the expectedJ-ye
. .' .' .
life cyCle and quoted Dell 3-year support contract, the amortized cost of th~'P!o'
Dell PowerEdge server: .
2003
$3,007.50
2004
$3,007.50
2005.
$3 007:.'50
, .,'"
TOTAL:
$9,022.50
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STAFF REPORT
AGENDA ITEM
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SUBJECT:
MAYOR SLA VITZ AND MEMBERS OF THE TOWN COUNCIL
TOWN CLERK DIANE CRANE IACOPI
APPOINTMENTS TO BOARDS, COMMISSIONS & COMM~. E
March 5, 2003 REVIEWED BY:
.................................... ..
TO:
FROM:
MEETING DATE:
BACKGROUND
Pursuant to Town Council Resolution No. 3263 [Appointments Procedure], the Town published
a Notice of Pending Vacancies for the terms of board and commission members that were
expiring on February 28, 2003 (and in the case of the BelvederelTiburon Library Board, on June
30, 2003). In addition, the Town Clerk notified each incumbent board or commission member of
their expiring term and asked to be informed of their desire for reappointment. All eight
commissioners replied affirmatively and their letters are attached as an exhibit to this report.
In addition to hearing from the incumbents, the Town also received applications from (three)
interested residents concerning the pending vacancies. These applications were published in
the Town's Digest, and are part of the agenda materials for this meeting.
RECOMMENDATION
The Town Council will conduct Interviews of all "newcomers" at its March 5,2003 regular
meeting. It can then consider the following:
a) Reappointing any incumbent to their current position;
b) Appointing any of the applicants it has interviewed within the last twelve months
(including those interviewed on March 5, 2003) to any of the pending vacancies;
c) Continue the item and extend the notice period in order to allow more applicants to apply
or in order to re-interview any previous applicants;
d) Any combination of the above.
EXHIBITS
. Notice of Pending Vacancies (January 2003)
. Letters from Incumbent Commissioners
H:WpdocslBoardsl2003 Appointments Staff Report.doc
NOTICE OF PENDING VACANCIES
ON
TOWN BOARDS~ COMMISSIONS & COMMITTEES
PLANNING COMMISSION
DESIGN REVIEW BOARD
HERITAGE & ARTS COMMISSION
PARKS & OPEN SPACE COMMISSION
Jt. RECREATION COMMITTEE
BEL VEDERE-TIBURON LIBRARY
As of January 2003
********
The following vacancies on Town Boards, Commissions and Committees are pending in 2003.
Pursuant to Resolution No. 3263, the Tiburon Town Council will conduct interviews of
interested applicants in February and March 2003.
If you have interviewed for a position on a Town Board or Commission within the last year, your
application may be considered for one of the vacancies.
Commissioners whose terms are expiring may seek re-appointment for another term, and those
incumbents with less than two years of service may be automatically reappointed. .
Appointments are made for four-year terms, effective March 1, 2003 (or in the caSe of the bylaws
of the Belvedere-Tiburon Library Agency, the term will commence on July 1,2003).
Applicants should be residents of the Town ofTiburon (or the Tiburon Peninsula in the case of
the Heritage & Arts Commission) and have the time, interest and desire to serve on the Board or
Commission, including attendance at regular monthly meetings and other activities.
Application forms can be obtained at Town Hall, 1505 Tiburon Boulevard, or from the Town's
web site, www.tiburon.org/govemment. Contact Town Clerk Diane Crane Iacopi at 435-7377 for
further information.
Deadline for receipt of applications:
Februarv 14.2003
PENDING V ACANCES ON TOWN BOARDS" COMMISSIONS &
COMMITTEES IN 2003
PLANNING COMMISSION -
Appointee Appointed
Term Expires
Q)) Wayne Snow
July 2000
2/28/03
DESIGN REVIEW BOARD -
Appointee Appointed
Term Expires
1)
2)
Kirk Beales
Bill McLaughlin
February 1999
December 1999
2/28/03
2/28/03
PARKS & OPEN SPACE COMMISSION-
Appointee Appointed
Term Expires
1)
Mindy Canter
February 1999
2/28/03
HERITAGE & ARTS COMMISSION -
Appointee Appointed
Term Expires
1)
2)
Diane Smith
Meg Abbott
July 1999
July 1999
2/28/03
2/28/03
BEL VEDERE- TIBURON JT. RECREATION COMMITTEE
Appointee Appointed Term Expires
1)
2)
Priscilla Tripp
Jerry Riessen
February 1999
February 1999
2/28/03
2/28/03
BEL VEDERE- TIBURON LIBRARY AGENCY BOARD
Aopointee Appointed Term Expires
1)
Allan Bortel
June 2000
June 2003
WILLIAM MCLAUGHLIN
P.O. Box 1234
Tiburon, California 94920
415-435-8260
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TOWN CLERK
TOWN OF TIBURON
Diane Crane Iacopi
Town Clerk
Town of Tiburon
1505 Tiburon Boulevard
Tiburon, California 94920
January 16, 2003
I
RE: DRB Reappointment
HAND DELIVERED
Dear Diane:
It has been a privilege to serve my fellow citizens as a member of the Design Review
Board during the past several years. I hope that I have been a constructive and fair
participant in the activities of the Board and have left even disappointed applicants with
the sense that their expe~ience has been, if not a positive one, than at least an even-
handed and constructive one.
I believe that the various make-ups of the board since my appointment have collectively
worked very well together and the current board is indeed inciteful, varied in its opinions,
collegial in its discussions, and thoughtful and educated in its decisions.
I have sincerely enjoyed the time that I have invested in the board and hope that I will
have the opportunity to continue doing so in the future.
In response to your letter, I am officially informing you that I am interested in being
considered for reappointment to another four-year term.
Thank you.
@ ~u~u ~
~ FEB - 4 2003 ~.
Priscilla Tripp
104 Howard Dr.
Tiburon, CA 94920
TOWN CLERK
TOWN OF TIBURON
Feb. 3,2003
Diane Crane Iacopi
Town Clerk, Town of Tiburon
1505 Tiburon Blvd.
Tiburon, CA 94920
Dear Diane,
Re: Joint Recreation Committee
In response to your letter, this is to confirm my int~rest in being re-
appointed to the committee.
I feel that my long residence in Tiburon (33 years), experience on the
committee and familiarity with the department and its programs and
needs combine to make me an asset to the committee.
I very much appreciate the opportunity to continue serving. Please let
me know if you need any further information.
With best regards,
Priscilla
cc: Barbara Creamer
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Town of Tiburon0 1505 Tiburon Boulevard 0 Tiburon, CA 949200 P. 415.435.7373 F. 415.435.2438 0 www.tiburon.org
Office of Town Clerk Diane Crane Iacopi/ 415-435-7377
January 8, 2003
Mr. Jerry Riessen
616 Ridge Road
Tiburon, CA 94920
SUBJECT: TERM EXPIRATION - Jt. Recreation Committee
/
Dear Jerry:
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TOWN CLERK
TOWN Of TIBURON
The Town Council will conduct interviews in February 2003 to fill vacancies on
Town Boards and Commissions for terms expiring in the New Year. It has come to our
attention that your term on the Jt. Recreation Committee will expire at the end of
February.
Pursuant to Town Council Resolution No. 3263 ("Appointments Procedure"),
you are required to confirm in writing whether or not you are interested in being
considered for reappointment to another, four-year term. If you are, I will advise the
Town Council accordingly and they will be able to act upon your decision in a timely
manner.
The Town of Tiburon has certainly benefited from the time, energy and effort
that you have spent during your tenure on the Board. We appreciate your dedication
and service to the Tiburon community.
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Diane Crane lacopi
Town Clerk
e-mail =dcrane@ci.tiburon.ca.us
cc: Town Manager Mcintyre
Jt. Recreation Director Creamer
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Sent: Tuesday, January 28, 2003 11 :26 AM
To: Diane Crane lacopi
Subject: TERM EXPIRATION - PLANNING COMMISSION
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Dear Diane:
TOWN CLERK
TOWN OF TIBURON
Thank you for bringing the term expiration to my attention.
I would appreciate the Town Council reconsidering my
appointment and the extension of my term on the
Planning Commission for the Town of Tiburon.
Sincerely,
Wayne Snow
01/28/2003
Meg Abbott [mwinther@ix.netcom.com]
Tuesday, January 21,20038:14 AM
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Joan Palmero
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TOWN CLERK
TOWN OF TIBURON
Dear Diane,
I received your letter of January 7th, advising me that my term on the
Heritage & Arts Commission is expiring in February. I would very much like
to be considered for reappointment for another four year term. I assume
that this e-mail confirms that wish in writing.
Please contact me at your convenience with any further instructions.
Very truly yours,
Meg Abbott
Margaret Winther Abbott
mwinther@ix.netcom.com
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Office of Town Clerk Diane Crane Iacopil 415-435-7377
January 7, 2003
Ms. Diane Smith
90 Lyford Drive, NO.3
Tiburon, CA 94920
SUBJECT: TERM EXPIRATION - HERITAGE & ARTS COMMISSION
Dear Diane:
The Town Council will conduct interviews in February 2003 to fill vacancies on
Town Boards and Commissions for terms expiring in the New Year. It has come to our
attention that your term on the Heritage & Arts Commission will expire at the end of
February. .
Pursuant to Town Council Resolution ,No. 3263 ("Appointments Procedure"),
you are required to confirm in writing whether or not you are interested in being
considered for reappointment to another, four-year term. If you are, I will advise the
Town Council accordingly and they will be able to act upon your decision in a timely
manner.
The Town of Tiburon has certainly benefited from the time, energy and effort
that you have spent during your tenure on the Board. We appreciate your dedication
and service to the Tiburon community.
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JAN 1 3 2003
January 10, 2003
TOWN MANAGERS OFFICE
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Town Manager
Town of Tiburon
Dear Alex,
My term on the Design Review Board expires at the end of February. I have enjoyed my
tenure on the Board, and would like to be considered for reappointment to another term.
Please forward this request to the Town Council for their consideration.
Thank you.
Sincerely,
A~
Kirk Beales
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Hi Diane,
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Yes, I would like to be reappointed to another 4 year term on the Parks and Open Space Commission.
Thanks,
Mindy Canter
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STAFF REPORT
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DEVELOPMENT
SUBJECT: SITE FURNISHINGS SUPPLEMENT TO THE DOWNTOWN
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REPORT DATE: FEBRUARY 26, 2003
BACKGROUND
The Town Council adopted the Downtown Tiburon Design Handbook on May 1,2002.
Councilmembers have subsequently received color copies of this document.
The Design Handbook project envisioned the preparation and adoption of a stand-alone
section addressing "street furniture", with photos or cut sheets illustrating the general
types and styles of street furniture encouraged by the guidelines set forth in the Design
Handbook. This stand-alone section is being called the "Site Furnishings Supplement'.
The Site Furnishings Supplement is a separate document so that it can be more easily
and frequently updated than the Design Handbook, due to rapidly changing styles,
tastes, and availability of street furniture. The Site Furnishings Supplement was
prepared by the sallie architectural professionals who prepared the Design Handbook.
PURPOSE
The Site Furnishings Supplement is a brief "catalog" of street furniture and other
accessories to act as a general guide for the selection of site furnishings in the
Downtown area. These furnishings include benches, tables, chairs, street lights,
bollards, bicycle racks, and so forth. One immediate use of the Supplement would be to
assist the Chamber of Commerce with its plan to guide the placement and character of
outdoor tables, chairs, and benches along Main Street and its surroundings.
The Site Furnishings Supplement is intended to provide general guidance with an
emphasis on hiqh Quality and compatibility of street furnishings within the Downtown
environment. It is intended to be suggestive and advisory only, and is not intended to
stifle innovation or creativity.
The document would be used by the Town of Tiburon as a guide for public
improvements; and by property owners, business proprietors, and design professionals
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for guidance on private property and those portions of the public right-of-way or public.
land where encroachment permits are issued, such as for outdoor tables and chairs.
The Supplement would have a much broader set of users than the Town's Hillside
Design Guidelines, which is primarily aimed at architects.
REVIEW BY BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
The Downtown Design Guidelines Steering Committee reviewed the Supplement at its
meeting on November 19, 2002. The Committee is composed of Councilmembers
Thompson and Berger, Design Review Boardmember Beales, Heritage & Arts
Commissioner Kline, and Steve Sears representing the Chamber of Commerce. The
Committee suggested certain modifications and deletions and recommended adoption.
to the Town Council.
The Planning Commission reviewed the Supplement at its meeting of January 8, 2003,
suggested certain modifications, and forwarded it to the Town Council for adoption.
Deletions and amendments made in response to the above meetings are shown as
annotations on the attached Exhibit 1. Planning Commission minutes are attached as
Exhibit 2.
The Design Review Board reviewed the Supplement at its meeting of January 16, 2003.
The Board made several suggestions and comments which Staff has addressed either
in the draft document or in this report. Design Review Board minutes are attached as
Exhibit 3.
ANAL YSIS
The Supplement is intended to close a "gap" in the Town's policies, which currently
make no mention of street furniture. It would complete the Downtown Design
Handbook. In a friendly manner, it would provide advisory guidance with respect to
private street furniture, and would act as a starting point for Town Staff with respect to
public street furniture.
The Downtown Design Steering C6mmittee and the Planning Commission removed
those examples of street furniture that they found inappropriate, and kept those that
they found useful and appropriate guides. The Design Review Board also removed a
bicycle rack which was considered too complicated for most users. The Board also
indicated that the Supplement should offer more variety in colors. Staff agrees with all.
these changes.
Some members of the Design Review Board expressed concern over the general
approach used by the Supplement. Staff respectfully disagrees with the conclusions
expressed by some Board members for the following reasons:
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1) The Board apparently felt that the document attempts to solve a problem that
does not exist.
Staff notes from experience that street furniture issues (especially ones involving
costly public infrastructure or improvements) occur only occasionally, over periods of
time measured in years or even decades. But when decisions go awry, the results
are usually long-term. The Supplement attempts to set an appropriate baseline of
general direction that will help avoid installation of cheap, tacky, or simply "out-of-
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character" street furnishings in the Downtown area, both public and private. Had
such guidelines been in place years earlier, it is unlikely that plastic outdoor dining
tables and chairs would still be present in Downtown, or that Victorian-style
streetlamps would exist along Tiburon Boulevard. As Boardmember Beales stated,
there should be "some degree of consistency in the Downtown area", while giving
wide latitude for high-quality, compatible creativity.
2) The Board indicated that the Supplement should include a few words describing
what should or should not be done Downtown with a few pictures, similar in
approach to the Hillside Design Guidelines.
Staff does not believe that the approach used in the Hillside Design Guidelines would
be effective given the wider variety of potential users of the Supplement, their varying
degree of design skills and aesthetic sensibilities, and the broad range of furniture styles
that could be compatible and appropriate. A photo of a chair or bench labeled "yes",
next to another photo of a chair or bench labeled "no" would not provide sufficient
direction to potential users of the document or to Town Staff. Staff also notes that the
Design Review Board will seldom be reviewing (for approval) the street furniture items
addressed in the Supplement. In most cases, persons possessing less design acumen
and experience than Design Review Board members are likely to benefit from a more
detailed document than would be achieved by modeling the Supplement after the
Hillside Design Guidelines booklet.
3) The Board indicated that a design professional should prepare the document.
The document was prepared by the same design professionals who prepared the
Design Handbook, and it was reviewed and recommended for adoption by the same
Downtown Design Guidelines Steering Committee. The statement made that the
document is "a catalog coming out of a committee".was inaccurate.
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RECOMMENDATION
The Town Council should direct Staff to incorporate the changes as reflected in the
annotations in Exhibit 1, and to incorporate a broader color range into the document
through text changes, modified photos/specifications, or a combination of the two.
Staff recommends that the Town Council make any additional desired changes, and
then adopt the Site Furnishings -Supplement. A resolution to that effect is attached as
Exhibit 4.
EXHIBITS
1. Draft Site Furnishings Supplement.
2. Planning Commission minutes of January 8, 2003.
3. Design Review Board minutes of January 16, 2003.
4. Draft Resolution.
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FURNITURE SUPPLEMENT TO DOWNTOWN DESIGN HANDBOOK
Community Development Director Anderson reviewed the Staff report.
Commissioner Greenberg voiced dislike for the table and chair on page 29 and the chair
on page 34. It was the consensus ofthe Commission to remove these.
In response to questions regarding implementation, Community Development Director
Anderson stated Staff will look at each application's proposed furniture to determine if it
is compatible with the guidelines. The supplement offers up-front guidance with the main
emphasis on avoiding low quality street furnishings and ensuring compatibility.
Commissioner Stein stated he is surprised there are no well-known names on this list, such
as Brown-Jordan, and added he would not want anyone to have difficulty using top-of-
the-line furniture that is not mentioned in the guidelines. Anderson replied that the
examples in the supplement are a "guide" only; the Town is after quality and compatibility
and does not care about who manufactures the product.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Chair Smith adjourned the meeting at 8:20 p.m.
PAUL S CHAIRMAN
Tiburon Planning Commission
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6. DOWNTOWN DESIGN GUIDELINES - FURNITURE SUPPLEMENT
The Town. Council adopted the Downtown Tiburon Design Handbook on May 1, 2002,
which envisioned the adoption of a separately-bound volume or supplement addressing
street furniture, with photographs or cut sheets illustrating the types and styles of street
furniture encouraged by the guidelines set forth in the Design Handbook. This distinct
volume is being called the Site Furnishings Supplement and has been endorsed by the
Downtown Design Guidelines Steering Committee and is before the Design Review
Board for review and comment.
Boardmember Beales stated the supplement is a catalog or a palette of alternativ.es. The
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Chamber of Commerce would use the supplement to encourage businesses to go in a
certain direction.
Boardmember Teiser stated people will not use the suggested bicycle rack, because they
may not know how to use them~ he would suggest a type of rack that is more intuitive.
Boardmember Comstock stated there should be more clear direction in the supplement as
to what could be done. He felt that the supplement should have one or two examples per
application with a good, modern design. He also felt that Tiburon should have a color
palette that gets away from white and black.
Boardmember Beales stated that the idea is that there should be some degree of
consistency in the downtown business area.
Boardmember McLaughlin stated there are many things in the supplement that are the
antithesis of what the town should want. He would like a more verbal concept that would
be similar to that of the Hillside Design Guidelines.
Boardmember Teiser stated the supplement is trying to solve a problem that does not
exist.
Boardmember Beales stated text with a photograph would be more explanatory.
Boardmember Comstock stated that the Design Review Board members should not have
to write the report. The Board should make a recommendation that this effort needs more
professional help rather than it being a catalog coming out of a committee.
Boardmember Teiser stated his concern is the tendency to over-regulate. He thought that
general guidelines should be presented in the supplement, and then judgment by the
Board should take over.
In response to questions Planning Manager Watrous stated if a business owner
independently puts tables out, the Design Review Board would not review them. Ifthe
furniture were part of a design, the Board would review it. "
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Boardmember Teiser stated perhaps the Town should address the fact that anything
public should be treated the same.
The consensus of the Design Review Board was that the supplement appears to be an
attempt to solve a problem that does not exist; that the supplement should include a few
words describing what should or should not be done downtown with a few pictures; that
the supplement should be similar in approach to the Hillside Design Guidelines; and that
that direction should be given to a design professional to prepare.
Planning Manager Watrous stated that the Board's recommendations will be passed on to
the Town Council.
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BOARD MEETING
, third line from the bottom, to state, "... any tree more than fifteen feet in height"
Page ,2nd paragraph from the bottom, 2nd sentence, to sate, "He would like to see the .
Town Arney's..."
Page 2, thi paragraph, first line, delete "be clear."
Page 3, third ragraph, change "Tiburon residents and residential properties" to '~people
and property."
Page 3, 5th paragra , delete the second sentence.
Page 4, last paragrap third line to state, "coverage requirements; however he said the
proposed addition..."
Page 5, 7th paragraph, first ine to state, ".. . Mr. Walker stated there will be..."
Page 5, 2nd line from the bott , add "be" before "hidden."
Page 6, third paragraph, secon entence, to state, "It is a departure from Mediterranean
houses in the neighborhood. It m be noticed by more people because the design is an
artistic statement. He thought that paps. . . "
Page 6, 5th paragraph, 2ndline from bott , delete "add to the hillside." Sentence should
state, "... to be compatible to the hillside."
Page 6, last line to state, "... confident that aft the tennis court design is refined, it will
not detract from the overall design."
M/S, Teiser/Comstock, passed 4-0-1 (Beales abstain ), to approve the minutes as
amended.
F. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 10:00 p.m.
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RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN COUNCIL
OF THE TOWN OF TIBURON ADOPTING THE
SITE FURNISHINGS SUPPLEMENT TO THE
DOWNTOWN TIBURON DESIGN HANDBOOK
AND AUTHORIZING ITS USE BY TOWN STAFF AND OFFICIALS
IN THE REVIEW OF LAND DEVELOPMENT APPLICATIONS
WHEREAS, the Town Council of the Town of Tiburon does resolve as follows:
. Section.L Findings.
A. On May 1, 2002, the Town Council adopted Resolution No. 23-2002 approving the
Downtown Tiburon Design Handbook (hereinafter "Handbook") that sets forth various
design guidelines for use in Downtown Tiburon. The Handbook project envisioned the
preparation and adoption of a stand-alone section addressing "street furniture", with
photos or cut sheets illustrating the general types and styles of street furniture encouraged
by the guidelines set forth in the Handbook. This stand-alone section is being called the
"Site Furnishings Supplement" (hereinafter "Supplement").
B. Public meetings on the draft Supplement were held by the Planning Commission, Design
Review Board, and Town.Council to hear and consider public input.
C. The Town Council finds that the Supplement adopted herein will promote the general
welfare by serving as a guide and handy reference to property and business owners,
investors, architects and designers, contractors, Town staff and officials, and other
interested parties who make decisions and improvements affecting Downtown Tiburon.
This includes both private and public street furniture improvements in Downtown
Tiburon.
D. The Town Council finds that the adoption of the Supplement is consistent with goals,
policies and programs bfthe Tiburon General Plan.
E. The Town Council finds that adoption of the Supplement is not a pr9ject under the
California Environmental Quality Act.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Town Council does hereby adopt the
Site Furnishings Supplement to the Downtown Tiburon Design Handbook, dated March 2003,
and
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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Town Council hereby authorizes the Town Staff,
Town Officials, and other interested parties to use the Site Furnishings Supplement in the
preparation and review of development applications and as a general guide for public and private
improvements in Downtown Tiburon. )
PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Town Council of the Town of
Tiburon on , 2003, by the following vote:
AYES:
COUNCILMEMBERS:
NOES:
COUNCILMEMBERS:
ABSENT:
COUNCILMEMBERS:
JEFF SLA VITZ, MAYOR
TOWN OF TIBURON
ATTEST:
DIANE CRANE IACOPI, TOWN CLERK
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Dear Mr. Mayor and Councilmembers,
My service as a member of Tiburon's Design Review Board is one that gives me a great
deal of satisfaction, and occasionally is very entertaining. I am writing this letter to you to
urge that you reappoint both members of the DRB whose terms have expired, Mr.
McLaughlin and Mr. Beales. Both ofthese boardmembers are individuals whose
experience and judgement makes the DRB in my opinion an unusually effective and fair
body. The analysis that is brought to bear on applications, the fairness demonstrated and
the blend of humor and gravity that these members enlist is truly something that I aspire
to and learn from.
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While this is the first Board of a civic nature that I have served on, in my professional
career I have appeared "across the table" from more than I care to think about. What an
applicant looks for when pursuing dialogue and approval, in addition to these qualities, is
the ability of the Board to understand the issues intelligently and with an open mind. In
both of these realms, intelligence and fairness, Mr. Beales and Mr. McLaughlin impress
me at every meeting. While we don't always agree on all issues this Board of five has
such a depth of knowledge about the issues we are tasked with that in your service I
believe we give the citizens of Tiburon the best hearings possible.
All Boards can use new blood, and in fact I am pleased that the opportunity was available
to me. I am not familiar with the other applicants and this letter in no way is meant as a
reflection on them, but I would wish for you to consider that the Tiburon Design Review
Board currently is fortunate to include both of these able and dedicated gentlemen.
Sincerely,
William L. Comstock
Design Review Boardmember
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Site Furnishings Supplement
A catalog of street furniture and other accessories
recommended as guides for the selection of site
furnishings in Downtown Tiburon.
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August, 2002
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SITE FURNISHINGS SUPPLEMENT: INTRODUCTION & PURPOSE
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PUBLIC AREA FURNITURE & EQUIPMENT
Streetlights
Lighted Bollards
Non-lighted Bollards
Bench
Trash & Ash Receptacles
Bicycle Racks
Drinking Fountains
Tree Grate & Guard
Manhole & Drain Covers
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Wood Benches, Traditional
Wood Benches, Modern
Metal Benches, Traditional & Modern
Wood Chairs, Traditional & Modern
Wood Table
Metal Table & Chair, Traditional
Metal Tables & Chairs, Modern
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PRIVATE AREA FURNITURE
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS AND CREDITS
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THE DESIGN HANDBOOK: SITE FURNISHINGS SUPPLEMENT
SITE FURNISHINGS SUPPLEMENT:
INTRODUCTION & PURPOSE
This volume is a supplement to the Downtown
Tiburon Design Handbook, which provides guide-
lines for new construction and rehabilitation of
existing structures, including historic resources. The
recommendations in this Supplement address both
the use of public spaces as well as uses of private
properties, primarily commercial and institutional.
The first section addresses the various furnishings
and equipment used in the Town's public spaces.
The second section addresses the needs of private
property owners who may wish to furnish spaces
that are accessible from a public street, park or
waterfront space. This section focuses on furniture
such as benches, tables, and chairs.
As discussed in the Design Handbook, Tiburon has
a unique character that is a product of its dramatic
setting and its rich history.. One purpose of the
Design Handbook and this Supplement is to
encourage property owners and designers to recog-
nize Tiburon's waterfront setting as well as its
maritime and railroad history. A second purpose is
to ensure that new design concepts that are intro-
duced are complementary to, and compatible with,
the character of Downtown, and that site furnish-
ings are of a high quality in terms of material and
appearance. Products of an inferior quality, such as
resin tables and chairs or other types of plastic
furniture, should be avoided or replaced where they
are already present.
Another goal of the Design Handbook is to encour-
age pedestrian activity in Downtown. The elements
discussed in this Supplement are essential accessories
to this goal. Pedestrian activity is made more
accessible by good street lighting, more comfortable
by the right bench, and more convenient by ample
bicycle parking and attractive trash and recycle bins.
Each individual piece contributes to the overall
character of Downtown. Please select them with
care!
PUBLIC AREA FURNITURE AND
EQUIPMENT
This section addresses items used in public areas
such as streets, parks, waterfront docks, and parking
areas. A combination wood and metal bench is
recommended for sidewalk seating. Equipment such
as trash receptacles, bicycle racks, and tree guards are
shown. Foundry pieces such as tree grates, drain
inlets, and manhole covers are also included.
The Town ofTiburon recently installed Victorian
style streetlights on Main Street and Tiburon
Boulevard. These streetlights will endure for many
years, but they are not representative of the Town's
architectural character. While the specification is
included in this supplement for damage replacement
purposes, any comprehensive streetlight replacement
program should employ a design more compatible
and consistent with Downtown's heritage. We
provide on page 7 a possible retrofit-replacement for
the luminaire using the existing pole.
Following are other pole-mounted lights with a
more contemporary character. These are recom-
mended as landscape or area lighting in locations
that comprise primarily pedestrian uses such as
sidewalks, plazas, parks, and shopping centers.
Lighted and non-lighted bollards are also included
in this section. In certain locations, they may.ee.
w8,b ll!tl a complement a streetlight, and therefore
resemble it in form. In other locations, where no
streetlights are present, it may be appropriate to
select a bollard with a unique design.
Technical lighting requirements for public areas
should be considered for each specific use and
location, and it is recommended that fixtures be
specified with the assistance of an engineer or
lighting consultant.
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This streetlight has been installed on Main Street
and Tiburon Boulevard. It should be limited in
future use to replacing existing fIxtures. The pole
may be retrofItted with the luminaire on the oppo-
site page as a way of updating the character of the
streetlight.
Streetlight Luminaire
Manufacturer: H~lophane Corporation
214 Oakwood Ave.
Newark, OH 43055
740-793-9631
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Model No:
Dorchester
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Material:
Cast Aluminum
ColorlFinish:
Black
Notes:
Recently installed design.
Specification intended only
for damage replacement
purposes, not for full-scale
replacement.
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Manufacturer: Holophane Corporation
214 Oakwood Ave.
Newark, OH 43055
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www.holophane.com
Model No: Charleston Pole with
Albany double cross-arm
bracket
WxHxD: 16 ft. typical Pole Height
Material: Cast Aluminum
Color/Finish: Black powdercoat
Notes: Recently installed design.
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Streetlight Luminaire
Manufacturer:
Holophane Corporation
214 Oakwood Ave.
Newark, OH 43055
740-793-9631
www.holophane.com
Model No:
Prismasphere with Prismatic
Refractor; Utility Series
WxHxD:
18in dia.
Material:
Clear Polycarbonate
Notes:
Primarily downlight.
Recommended as a retrofit
luminaire to replace t.he
Dorchester shown on the
opposite page.
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PUBLIC AREA FURNITURE AND EQUIPMENT
Streetlight Luminaire
Manufacturer: Lumec
640, Cure-Boivin Blvd.
Boisbriand (QC)
Canada J7G 2A7 '
(514) 430-7040
Model No: Opticone
WxHxD: 24dia16h
Material: Cast Aluminum
ColorlFinish: Black
Notes: Available with up to 4 units
per pole. Optics and
photometric details to be
designed by project engineer.
Streetlight Pole. Base
Manufacturer: Lumec
640, Cure-Boivin Blvd.
Boisbriand (QC)
Canada J7G 2A7
(514) 430-7040
Model No: APR Pole (round)
LBC2 Base
WxHxD:
Pole 4in.dia., height varies
Material:
Aluminum
ColorlFinish:
Black
Notes:
Consult the Lumec Pole
Guide for details and the
complete selection of poles,
brackets and bases.
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Manufacturer: Selux Corporation
3 Lumen Lane
PO Box 1060
Highland, NY 12528-1060
(800) 735-8927
www.selux.com/usa
Model No: Quadro H
WxHxD: 27dia23h
Material: Aluminum
ColorlFinish: Black
Notes: Optics and photometric
details to be designed by
project engineer.
Streetlight Pole. Base
Manufacturer: Selux Corporation
3 Lumen Lane
PO Box 1060
Highland, NY 12528-1060
(800) 735-8927
www.selux.com/usa
Model No:
A35
WxHxD:
Pole 3.5 dia., 12 or 18 ft.h.
Base Cover BC6
Material:
Aluminum
ColorlFinish: Black
Notes:
Luminaire can be mounted
on the top of the pole, or on
single or double bracket
arms.
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PUBLIC AREA FURNITURE AND EQUIPMENT
Streetlight Luminaire
Manufacturer: Holophane Corporation
214 Oakwood Ave.
Newark, OH 43055
740-793-9631
www.holophane.com
Model No:
Prague Series
WxHxD:
29.5dia28.88h
Material:
Aluminum
ColorlFinish:
Black
Notes:
Includes a prismatic glass
refractor
Streetlight Pole and Bracket
Manufacturer: Holophane Corporation
214 Oakwood Ave.
Newark, OH 43055
740-793-9631
www.holophane.com
Model No: .Colorado Post, Stuttgan
Arm
WxHxD: Pole 5dia14.5ft.h
Material: Aluminum
Color/Finish: Black
Notes:
Available with single or
double arm brackets
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PUBLIC AREA FURNITURE AND EQUIPMENT
11
Streetlight Luminaire
Manufacturer: Poulsen Lighting, Inc.
3260 Meridian Parkway
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33331
(954) 349-2525
Model No: AH Nyhavn Area
WxHxD: 30dia22h
Material: Aluminum
ColorlFinish: Natural Aluminum or Black
Notes: Other pole mounts available.
Similar fIxture installed at
hotel arcade.
Streetlight Pole & Base
Manufacturer: Poulsen Lighting, Inc.
3260 Meridian Parkway
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33331
(954) 349-2525
Model No: AH Nyhavn Area Davit Arm
WxHxD: 4in.dia., 12 or 16 n.h.
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Material:
Aluminum
Color/Finish:
Grey or Black
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PUBLIC AREA FURNITURE AND EQUIPMENT
Lighted Bollard
Manufacturer: Poulsen Lighting, Inc.
3260 Meridian Parkway
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33331
(954) 349-2525
Model No: Dock Bollard
WxHxD: 6.3dia41.8h
Material: Aluminum
ColorlFinish: Silver or Black, powdercoated
Notes: Various reflectors and shades
are available.
Lighted Bollard
Manufacturer: Poulsen Lighting, Inc.
3260 Meridian Parkway
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33331
(954) 349-2525
Model No: Waterfront Bollard
WxHxD: 10.2dia34.5h
Material: Cast Aluminum
Color/Finish: Natural Aluminum
Notes: Durable and vandal-resistant
Concealed light source
PUBLIC AREA FURNITURE AND EQUIPMENT
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Lighted Bollard
Manufacturer: Thomas Gardco Lighting
2661 Alvarado Street
San Leandro, Ca 94577
(800) 227-0758
www.thomaslighting.com
Model No: Louver Bollard
WxHxD: 8dia. Height from 24 to 42
Materiel: Aluminum or Concrete
ColorlFinish: Various
Notes: Vandal-resistant. Concealed
light source.
Lighted Bollard. Indirect
Manufacturer: Bega
1000 Bega Way
Carpimeria, CA 93013
805-684-0533
Model No: 9791
WxHxD: 6-5/8w43-3/8h13-3/8d
Materiel: Extruded Aluminum
ColorlFinish: Black
Notes: Downlight/concealed light
source
Custom colors available
Used at Tiburon Ferry Plaza
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PUBLIC AREA FURNITURE AND EQUIPMENT
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Bollard
Manufacturer: Dura Art Stone
3423-14 Investment Blvd.
Hayward, CA 94545
www.duraartstone.com
Model No: Concrete bollard
WxHxD: Various sizes'
Material: Precast concrete
Color/Finish: Powder coated, black
Notes: Available with chain rings,
various other options
Bollard
Manufacturer: Swenson Granite Works
369 State Street
Concord, NH
(603) 225-4322
www.swensongranite.com
Model No: Granite Post
WxHxD: Custom
Material: Granite
ColorlFinish: Split face
Notes: Similar products could be
obtained from local
suppliers
PUBLIC AREA FURNITURE AND EQUIPMENT
15
Bollard
Manufacturer: Urban Accessories
Woodinville, W A
425-487-0488
www.urbanaccessories.com
Model No: DG4
WxHxD: Height varies 24 to 36
Material: Cast Iron body with Cast
Nickel Bronze top and base
ColorlFinish: Contact manufacturer for
metal finishes
Notes: Also available powder
Bollard
Manufacturer: Columbia Cascade
1975 S.W: Fifth Avenue
Portland, OR 97201-5293
(503) 223-1157
www.timberform.com
Model No: 2192
WxHxD: 33h7dia
Material: Steel pipe
Wood cladding, teak
Color/Finish: Powder coated, black
Notes: Available with chain rings,
various mounting options
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PUBLIC AREA FURNITURE AND EQUIPMENT
BENCH
Model No: Plainwell Bench, 6 foot
Manufacturer: Landscape Forms
Kalamazoo, MI
800-521-2546
www.landcapeforms.com
Plainwell Bench
WxHxD: 72w 32h 25d
Material: Epe wood
Aluminum frame
Anchor per manufacturer's
details
Used at TiburonFerry Plaza
Color/Finish: Wood: Unfinished
Metal: BlacklPowdercoat
Notes:
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72" Plainwell Bench with Center Arm
PUBLIC AREA FURNITURE AND EQUIPMENT
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TRASH. TRASH/ASH AND RECYLCING
RECEPTACLE
Manufacturer: Landscape Forms
Kalamazoo, MI
800-521-2546
www.landcapeforms.com
Model No: Scarborough Trash and Trash/
Ash Receptacle
Material:
Aluminum
receptacle,
top-opening
receptacle,
side-opening
WxHxD: 25w 33h, 25w 40h
vertical strap detail
ColorlFinish:
BlacklPowdercoat
Notes:
Anchor per manufacturer's
details
Used at Tiburon Ferry Plaza
Signage: Group A for paper,
glass and cans & plastic
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PUBLIC AREA FURNITURE AND EQUIPMENT
Bicycles and racks can cause clutter if they are not carefully specified and arranged-on a site. Consider these
characteristics:
1. How will the rack look during periods of use as well as nonuse?
2. Does the rack provide for proper bicycle locking? People with serious concern about security typically use rigid, U-
shaped bar locks, which require the bottom bracket and both wheels of the bike to be close to the locking portion of
the rack. .
3. Does the rack support the bike in a stable position so as to avoid falling over?
The racks shown here are recommended for different uses. For occasional use, the Pi rack is recommended. It has an
unobtrusive quality because it is limited to a small footprint, and iris attractive when not in use. The Model E is an
attractive choice for double-sided conditions. The Campus Rack is recommended for areas of heavier use. It is made of
heavy gauge steel tubing with powdercoating, and is available either single- or double-sided, allowing accommodation
of a variety of site conditions.
Bicycle Rack
Manufacturer: Landscape Forms
Kalamazoo, MI
800-521-2546
www.landcapeforms.com
Model No:
Pi Rack
WxHxD:
43w 21.5h
Material:
Metal
ColorlFinish:
BlacklPowdercoat
Notes:
Available with surface
mount plate or with
extended legs for
embedment
PUBLIC AREA FURNITURE AND EQUIPMENT
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Bicycle Rack
Manufacturer: Urban Access es
Woodinvi , WA
425- -0488
. urbanaccessories.com
E
33.5h30d; various widths
Steel
Semi-gloss Black!
MODEL E Powdercoat
Double Sided Single Sided
Campus Rack Campus Rack
Bicycle Rack
Manufacturer: Derovations, Inc.
1429 Washington Ave. So.
Minneapolis, MN 55454
www.dero.com
Model No: Campus Rack
WxHxD: Single 21 w; Double 33w
Material: Steel
ColorlFinish: Semi-gloss Black!
Powdercoat
20
PUBLIC AREA FURNITURE AND EQUIPMENT
DRINKING FOUNTAIN
Manufacturer: Haws Corporation
Sparks, NV
888-640-4297
www.hawsco.com
Model No: 3500
WxHxD: 28.5w40h11.5d
Material: Welded Stainless Steel
ColorlFinish: Semi-gloss Black!
Powdercoat
Notes: Accessible design and
modern character. Black is
special order.
DRINKING FOUNTAIN
Manufacturer: Haws Corporation
Sparks, NV
888-640-4297
www.hawsco.com
Model No: 3511
WxHxD: 29.4w38.6h14d
Material: Cast Aluminum
Color/Finish: Semi-gloss Black!
Powdercoat
Notes: Accessible design and
traditional character
PUBLIC AREA FURNITURE AND EQUIPMENT
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(4X) DOLTS TO TREE GRATE
W/ 1/4"~ 8UTION-HEAIl
TAMPER-RESIS~ANT SCREWS
TREE GUARD SHI~S
IN TWO PIECES. &:
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TREE GUARD
Manufacturer: Urban Accessories
Woodinville, WA
425-487-0488
www.urbanaccessories.com
Model No:
MV Tree Guard
WxHxD:
14dia60h
Material:
Cast Iron
Color/Finish:
Semi-gloss Black!
Powdercoat
Notes:
TREE GRATE
Manufacturer: Urban Accessories
Woodinville, WA
425-487-0488
www"urbanaccessories.com
Model No: Fan Tree Grate with Frame
WxHxD: 48w 48d
Material: Cast Iron
ColorlFinish: Unfinished
Notes: Frame types vary with
installation conditions
Used at Tiburon Ferry Plaza
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Manhole Cover
Manufacturer: Urban Accessories
Woodinville, WA
425-487-0488
www.urbanaccessories.com
Model No: Square Standard ADA
WxHxD: Per Town's specifications
Material: Cast Iron
ColorlFinish: Unfinished
Notes: Custom deign available.
Design for Town ofTiburon
to be determined
Trench Drain Inlet Cover
Manufacturer: Urban Accessories
Woodinville, WA
425-487-0488
www.urbanaccessories.com
Model No: RC
WxHxD: 6 to 18 inch length
Material: Cast Iron
ColorlFinish: Unfinished
Area Drain Inlet Cover
Manufacturer: Urban Accessories
Woodinville, WA
425-487-0488
www.urbanaccessories.com
Model No: Square Standard ADA -
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WxHxD: 12 to 36 square
Material: Cast Iron
ColorlFinish: Unfinished
PRIVATE AREA FURNITURE
It is recommeded that outdoor furniture for private
projects be selected to complement the architectural-
landscape character of the surroundings and the
proposed use of the property. Furniture at a sidewalk
cafe setting may have more affinity for the public
area furnishings recomended in the previous section.
On the other hand, furniture in a garden setting
may have a lighter, more residential quality.,
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PRIVATE AREA FURNITURE
WOOD BENCH. TRADITIONAL
Manufacturer: Smith & Hawken
Novato, CA
800-423-0117
www.SmithandHawkenTrade.com
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Model No: Gloucester
WxHxD: 60 or 72w, 39h, 21d
Material: Teak
ColorlFinish:. Natural
WOOD BENCH. TRADITIONAL
Manufacturer: Smith & Hawken
Novato, CA
800-423-0117
www.SmithandHawkenTrade.com
Model No:
Giverny
WxHxD:
48, 60, 72, 96w, 37.5h, 22d
Material:
Teak
Color/Finish:
Natural
PRIVATE AREA FURNITURE
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Manufacturer: Landscape Forms
Kalamazoo, MI
800-521-2546
www.landcapeforms.com
Model No: Palisade
WxHxD: 72 or 96w, 16h, 19d
Material: Redwood or Red Oak
ColorlFinish: Natural
WOOD BENCH, MODERN
Manufacturer: Smith & Hawken
Novato, CA
800-423-0117
www.SmithandHawkenTrade.com
Model No: Bilbao
WxHxD: 61 or 71w, 34h, 25d
Material: Teak
ColorlFinish: Natural
26
METAL BENCH, MODERN
Landscape Forms
Kalamazoo, MI
800-521-2546
www.landcapeforms.com
Model No:
WxHxD:
59 or 75w, 32n,
Material: Steel
Color/Finish: Powdercoat Black
PRIVATE AREA FURNITURE
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WOODIMETAL BENCH, TRADITIONAL
Manufacturer: Landscape Forms
Kalamazoo, MI
800-521-2546
www.landcapeforms.com
Model No: Plainwell Bench, 6 foot
WxHxD: 72w 32h 25d
Material: Aluminum
Color/Finish: BlacklPowdercoat
Notes: Anchor per manufacturer's
details
Used at Tiburon Ferry Plaza
with wood seat
PRIVATE AREA FURNITURE
27
WOOD CHAIR, TRADITIONAL
Manufacturer: Smith & Hawken
Novato, CA
800-423-0 117
www.SmithandHawkenTrade.com
Model No: Devon Chair (without arms)
WxHxD: 17w, 36h, 17 d
Material: Teak
ColorlFinish: Natural
WOOD CHAIR, MODERN ,
Manufacturer: Smith & Hawken
Novato, CA
800-423-0117
www.SmithandHawkenTrade.com
Model No: Bilbao Chair (without arms)
WxHxD: 17w, 34h, 25d
Material: Teak
ColorlFinish: Natural
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PRIVATE AREA FURNITURE
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Manufacturer: Smith & Hawken
Novato, CA
800-423-0117
www.SmithandHawkenTrade.com
Model No: Devon Chair and Oxford
Table
WxHxD: 61 or 71w, 34h, 25d
Material: Teak
Color/Finish: Natural
PRIVATE AREA FURNITURE
29
METAL TABLE. CHAIR, MODERN
Manufacturer: DWR
San Francisco, CA
415-837-3940
www.dwr.com
Model No: Cricket Table and Chair
without arms
WxHxD: Table 31.5dia28.5h
Chair 21w31.5h21d
Material: Iron
ColorlFinish: Plasticized green coating
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PRIVATE AREA FURNITURE
METAL TABLE, MODERN METAL CHAIR, MODERN
Manufacturer: Landscape Forms Manufacturer: Landscape Forms
Kalamazoo, MI Kalamazoo, MI
800-521-2546 800-521-2546
www.landcapeforms.com www.landcapeforms.com
Model No: Catena table top and base Model No: Catena
WxHxD: Various sizes and shapes. ' WxHxD: 21w30.75h23d
Material: Top is steel, solid or Material: Steel
perforated. Base is cast iron
ColorlFinish: Black! powdercoat
Color/Finish: Various! powdercoat
PRIVATE AREA FURNITURE
31
METAL TABLE, MODERN
METAL CHAIR, MODERN
Manufacturer: Landscape Forms
Kalamazoo, MI
800-521-2546
www.landcapeforms.com
Manufacturer: Landscape Forms
Kalamazoo, MI
800-521-2546
www.landcapeforms.com
Model No: Marneaux table top with
Catena base
Model No: Verona Chair without
armrests
WxHxD: Various sizes and shapes.
WxHxD: 20w25d
Material: Top is solid surface acrylic
reslO
Material: Steel
Color/Finish: Various/powdercoat
Color/Finish: Various
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PRIVATE AREA FURNITURE
METAL CHAIR, MODERN
Manufacturer: Amat-3, available from
The Magazine
Berkeley, CA 510-549-2212
Model No:
Toledo
WxHxD:
21.5w30h21d
Material:
Frame: Polished anodized
. aluminum. Seat, armrest
and back: Cast, polished
anodized aluminum.
METAL TABLE, MODERN
Manufacturer: Amat-3, available from
The Magazine
Berkeley, CA 510-549-2212
Model No:
Toledo
WxHxD:
27.5dia28h
Material:
Polished anodized cast
aluminum.
Notes:
Also available with colored
epoxy-polyester coating on
seat and back.
PRIVATE AREA FURNITURE
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METAL CHAIR. MODERN
METAL TABLE. MODERN
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Manufacturer: DWR
San Francisco
415-837-3940
www.dwr.com
Manufacturer: DWR
San Francisco
415-837-3940
www.dwr.com
Model No: Aero Chair
Model No: Inox Table
WxHxD: 17.5w, 35h, 18d
WxHxD: 28h, various round or
rectangular shapes
Material: Steel
Material:
Steel top and base,
aluminum feet
Color/Finish: Silver Gray/Powdercoated
Color/Finish: Top is polished stainless
steel
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Manufacturer: Amat-3, available from
The Magazine
Berkeley, CA 510-549-2212
Model No: Splash
WxHxD: 22w31h21d
Material: . Frame: Polished anodized
aluminum. Seat and back:
Polypropylene.
ColorlFinish: Seat and back available in
14 colors,
METAL CHAIR, MODERN
Manufacturer: Amat-3, available from
The Magazine
Berkeley, CA 510-549-2212
Model No:
Amsterdam
WxHxD:
21w28h22d
Material:
Frame: Polished anodized
aluminum. Seat and back:
Anodized aluminum.
Notes:
Also available with epoxy~
polyester coating on seat
and back in 10 colors.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Downtown Design Guidelines Steering Committee
Andrew Thompson, Town Council
Miles Berger, Town Council
Kirk Beales, Design Review Board
Donna Kline, Heritage & Arts Commission
Steve Sears, Chamber of Commerce
Ex Officio: Scott Anderson, Director of Community Development
Consultants
James McLane & Associates
Architecture, Planning, Preservation
Stephen Wheeler, Landscape Architects
Landscape Architecture
CREDITS
Site Furnishings Supplement Design'& Production
James McLane & Associates
Photographs
Site furnishing photographs were excerpted from manufacturer's catalogs and websites
. Photographs of town scenes by James McLane
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Skatepark Task
[Revi sed]
February 15, 2003
Force
Agenda
Elements
Task Force - Mission:
Our mission is to develop design criteria for the use of the
skatepark committee. To this end we will function as the
focus for the collection of information, public comment and
suggestions. Our goal will be to elicit the criteria for
program, location, features, operation, program and
neighborhood impact that outline a skatepark that can be
supported by the citizens of the area and the Town as a
whole. The criteria we develop would describe a skatepark
that is appropriate for Tiburon, safe, scaled for local use,
and is a civic amenity for Tiburon. The criteria will be
reviewed by the Town Council and then used by the Skatepark
Committee as a blueprint for their design. This design will
then be presented to the community through the Parks and
Open space Commission, Planning Commission, Design Review
and, for final approval to the Town Council.
Process - Specific Agenda Elements:
To develop the criteria, the Task Force will hold a series
of informational public hearings focused on individual topic
"elements" . In order to move the process forward the
discussions and presentations will be limited to those
topics. At the close of public discussion, and when it
feels that it has enough information on the element under
study, the Task Force will work on a draft of that element's
criteria for discussion by the public and the Task Force.
These criteria once agreed upon by the Task Force will be
our recommendation to the Skatepark Committee and the
Council.
The Agenda Elements will be to answer the Why, Who, What,
Where and How of the skatepark project.
Why - Is there a need and desire for a skatepark in Tiburon?
D Is there a need for a skatepark in Tiburon? What might be
the results or consequences of not having a skatepark in
Tiburon? Does the increasing number of areas in which
skateboarding is prohibited factor into the need for a
skatepark?
D Is there a demonstrated desire by the young people of our
community to use a skatepark?
D Is a skatepark needed in
other communities and
successful alternative to
D Is skateboarding a sport
craze?
D What are the other activities that serve the
skateboarding age groups that are provided in Tiburon?
Is the kind of individual activity that is skateboarding
also provided by other activities in Tiburon? Does
having i skatepark preclude other facilities or programs
for this age group?
D Given the limited space in Tiburon, is the skatepark use
as high a use per acre as the other youth oriented
recreational spaces.
Tiburon as opposed to those in
is there an attractive and
building one here?
that will endure or a passing
[This element is not a criteria topic per se. Council
has asked that the Task Forces findings here be
summarized and presented to council for informal review.]
Who - Who would the skatepark serve?
D What is the demographic of Tiburon's probable skatepark
users?
D How many skatepark users are there likely to be on
average?
What - What would a Tiburon skatepark be like?
D What features does it need to serve its function but to
also be in scale with our community and the expected, or
desired user group?
D What difficulty level should it have to serve the desired
user group?
D What security, surveillance, safety, and amenity features
are needed?
D What other uses might share the skatepark facility?
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[The taskforce felt that there was a need for the help
and testimony of experts in the design of skateparks and
in the operation of municipal skateparks.]
Where - What criteria must an acceptable location meet?
D What are the acoustical, light, parking and proximity
impacts of a skatepark?
D Is it a critical criteria that there be little or no
visual impact from a skatepark?
o Where, and with what other existing uses [schools, parks,
etc.] might a skatepark be co-located?
o What possible locations can be identified in Tiburon and
how might these compare in terms of visual, acoustical,
traffic, land use, utility easements, accessibility and
convenience impacts? [It is not the Task Force's purpose
to select or approve a location but to explore various
locations and to allow the neighbors and interested
parties to voice their concerns and suggestions regarding
these locations]
How - How will the Skatepark be funded and operated?
o How, and by whom should it be operated?
o How is the liability issue dealt with?
o How might the acquisition of the site and the
construction be funded?
o How will the operation of the skatepa:r:k be set up and
funded. The Task Force, Skatepark Committee and
interested public should comment and make suggestions on
hours of operation, safety, supervision, security,
estimated costs and insurance.
Criteria Review and Submittal:
At the conclusion of meetings at which the individual
elements have been discussed, the Task Force will [in closed
session] review the draft criteria and create an overall
draft criteria for public circulation and comment. After
public comment, the Task Force will revise the criteria and
submit it to the Council and Skatepark Committee.
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Town of Tiburon
STAFF REPORT
AGENDA ITEM /~
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TO:
MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE TOWN C~.IIL
ALEX D. MciNTYRE, TOWN MANAGER ~
MERA UPDATE
FROM:
SUBJECT:
MEETING DATE:
MARCH 5, 2003
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BACKGROUND
On February 20, 2003, the MERA Board of Directors met to discuss the question of partially
activating the MERA system. Apparently, MERA has engineered a solution to activate the
system without a southern Marin antenna facility.
I have attached MERA Executive Officer Marty Nichols Board staff report outlining the various
arguments favoring the partial activation of the system. After passionate deliberations
spearheaded by the City of San Rafael and echoed by the City of Novato, the Board
unanimously decided that each Board member needed to go back to his/her governing body for
input on this important decision.
It appears that MERA could activate the partial system on or about August 1, 2003. Most of the
north county areas could be activated and find sufficient radio coverage for its emergency
personnel. Both San Rafael and Novato have argued that their existing radio systems are/have
failed and the Police Chief stated that each Board member had a moral imperative to allow the
partial activation of the system.
The MERA staff report asks additional questions relating to the partial activation (e.g., who
pays.. .or doesn't pay?). Also of concern is that if the system is operational for the north county,
will those agencies then be less invested or dedicated to finding solutions for south county?
I have communicated with you recently on the status of MERA moving forward with a southern
Marin County site for aMERA antenna facility. I learned today that the MERA board authorized
its legal counsel to file an appeal to the various MERA lawsuits recently ruled on by the Marin
County Courts. While the legal merits of this will be discussed in Closed Session by the Town
Council, clearly it become a factor in the question of both partial activation and moving forward
on siting a facility in south Marin.
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the Town Council provide guidance to the Town Manager on how to vote
on the proposed partial activation of the MERA system:
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MARIN EMERGENCY RADIO AUTHORITY
27 Commercial Blvd., Suite C, Novato, CA 94949
Phone: (415) 883-9100 FAX: (415) 883-9155
MEMORANDUM
DATE: February 20,2003
TO: MERA Board of Directors
FROM: Martin J. Nichols, Executive Officer
SUBJECT: AGENDA ITEM: TEMPORARY OPERATION OF MERA WITHOUT MT.
TIBURON SITE
Recommended Actions:
1. Authorize the temporary operation of the MERA system without the Mt. Tiburon site.
2. Authorize the Executive Director to execute a change order with Motorola, in the amount of
$35,000, to reorient the microwave dishes at San Pedro and Big Rock to enable system
operation without the Mt. Tiburon site, as a MERA bond expense.
3. Declare the eventual south county site(s) as a "spur site" and no longer a part of the
microwave loop network.
4. Authorize the Executive Director to commence negotiations with Motorola to amend our
agreement to provide new warranty, equipment, and construction completion provisions that
reflect the delay in completing the south county site(s) and the whole MERA system.
5. Declare it to be MERA Board policy that there will be no change in the operational cost
sharing formula for those agencies that choose to operate on MERA under the temporary
configuration.
Discussion:
1. Temporary operation ofMERA without the Mt. Tiburon site.
a. Technical feasibility:
Motorola is preparing coverage maps to present to the Technical Advisory
Committee on February 19 and your Board on February 20,2003.
These maps will demonstrate countywide coverages at the contracted standard of a
signal 97 percent of the time and at a 90 percent coverage guarantee.
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The first map, at 97 percent, will identify those agencies that can achieve the
designed coverage without the Mt. Tiburon site. Individual MERA agencies would
then be free to determine if they wish to switch to MERA or stay on their existing
network.
The second map at 90 percent coverage, will enable those agencies who would not
achieve the contract coverage rates to determine if switching to the new MERA
system at a 90 percent coverage guarantee is equal to or better than their current
coverage (estimated to be about 80 percent).
b.
Reasons to authorize temporary operation under the temporary configuration:
I) Allow those agencies with critical emergency communication system problems
(i.e., San Rafael) to obtain a secure, modern system.
2) Provide an alternate to some members to operating the current system while
continuing to pay for MERA.
3) By operating the system, MERA's FCC license would be secured. Our federal
licensed frequencies must be occupied and used to meet the requirements of the
license.
4) Operating the temporary system will enable system testing and training to
proceed.
5) Avoid the added Motorola overhead costs that would otherwise be payable
beginning in July.
c.
Problems with the temporary operation:
1) We will need to negotiate new system warranty provisions with Motorola because
completion ofthe entire system wil~ now be phased.
2) The County (MERA's biggest user - financial contributor) will not likely be able
to utilize a system that cannot operate countywide.
3) Potential dispatch complications, especially for agencies who transferred to
MERA and are served by the County Sheriff.
4) Perception that there will be less incentive to secure a south county site(s).
5) Potential financial equity questions regarding the operations ofMERA when
some agencies are not being served but continue paying for MERA operations.
6) New costs to reconfigure to countywide system once a south county site(s) are
made operational.
7) Additional system-wide reliability risk with the south county site(s) operating as a
"spur" and not part of the microwave loop system.
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2. Authorize change order to operate without Mt. Tiburon:
The benefits to MERA, as a system, by securing the FCC licensed frequencies and the
ability to conduct system training and testing justifies this change order being paid for from
MERA bond funds.
3. Declare the south site(s) as "spur sites:"
By making the eventual south county site(s) a "spur" and not part of the microwave loop
system will allow its future completion and operation possible, without any disruption to the
rest of the then operating MERA backbone.
As a "spur," the site(s) will not be a part of the microwave loop and therefore, not have the
ability to communicate in two directions. This has a minor added risk to that site and the
whole system reliability. .
4.
Motorola.contract amendments:
Once the temporary system is operational there will be an ambiguity in the Motorola
contract regarding the start of the one-year warranty. We will want to assure ourselves that
we will also have the warranty on the south county site(s) once completed.
We will also want clarity on Motorola's responsibilities to complete and optimize the south
county site(s) and the whole system once they are completed.
Finally, we want to assure our rights and set a price for the most current version of the
mobiles and portables once we complete the system and become operational countywide.
5. Operational cost sharing:
I strongly believe that the benefits to MERA, as a system, of the temporary operation
justifies this action. There should be no change in the cost of operations sharing formula
attached to any agency's ability to come up earlier than another member.
For those members who cannot utilize MERA, in the temporary configuration, they are no
more disadvantaged than they would otherwise be if we did not operate the system less than
countywide.
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