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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTC Agd Pkt 2000-11-01 TIBURON TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA S (oi1. REGULAR MEETING TOWN OF TIBURON 1505 TIBURON BLVD. MEETING DATE: MEETING TIME: CLOSED SESSION: NOVEMBER 1, 2000 7:30 P.M. 7:00 P.M. PLEASE NOTE: In order to give all interested persons an opportunity to be heard, and to ensure the presentadon of all points of view, members of the audience should: (1) Always Address the Chair, (2) State Name and Address; (3) State Views Succinctly; (4) LImit Presentadons to 3 minutes; (5) Sp.... Directly Into Microphone. Tiburon Redevelopment Agency A. ROLL CALL B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1) No. 04 --00; October 4,2000 - (Adopt) C. NEW BUSINESS 2) 2-98 Ned's Way (Chandler's Gate Senior Housing Project): Review & Approval ofa Tri-party Below Market Rate (BMR) Housing Agreement for provision off our (4) very low income units in the 25-unit development - (Tiburon Redevelopment Agency, Marin Housing Authority, and Ned's Way Garden Homes, LLC, parties to the Agreement) - AP#58-151-35 D. ADJOURNMENT Tiburon Town Council A. ROLL CALL B. ANNOUNCEMENT OF CLOSED SESSION ACTION (If any) C. PUBLIC OUESTIONS AND COMMENTS Please confine your comments during this portion of the agenda to matters not already on this agenda, other than items on the Consent Calendar. The pubtic will be given an opportunity to speak on each agenda item at the time it is called. Presentations are limited to three (3) minutes. Matters requiring action will be referred to the appropriate Commission, Board, Committee or Staff for consideration and/or placed on a future meeting agenda. D. COUNCIL. COMMISSION & COMMITTEE REPORTS . LATE NIGHT FERRY SERVICE SUBCOMMITTEE - (Councilmember Matthews) E. CONSENT CALENDAR The purpose of the Consent Calendar is to group items together which generally do not require discussion and which will probably be approved by one motion unless separate action is required on a particular item. Any member of the Town Council, Town Staff, or the Public may request removal of an item for discussion, I) TOWN COUNCIL MINUTES - a) No. 1199 - September 6, 2000; No. 1201 - October 4, 2000 - (Adopt) 2) TRAFFIC SAFETY COMMITTEE MINUTES - September 26, 2000 - (Accept) 3) AMICUS BRIEF REQUESTS -a) Alameda Books Inc. v. City of Los Angeles - 2000 Daily Journal DAR 9569 (Ninth Circuit, August 28, 2000) - Petition for Certiorari to US. Supreme Court; b) Cornette v. Dept. of Transportation - Supreme Court No. S089010 - (Approve) 4) CHAMBER OF COMMERCE CITIZEN OF THE YEAR - E. Bruce Ross - (Adopt Resolution of Commendation) 5) HERITAGE & ARTS COMMISSION - Annual Report, September 1999 - 2000 - (Accept) 6) 19 CffiRIAN DRIVE - Resolution Denying Appeal by Mark and Annette Loupe of Approval of Site Plan and Architectural Review for a new Residence on Property - (Adopt) 7) PARADISE CAY PARK - Resolution Supporting Inclusion of a Tot Lot and Play Structure for young Children in the Park Site located in the Paradise Cay Neighborhood at the end of Trinidad Drive - (Adopt) 8) ZELINSKY PARK LANDSCAPING INSTALLATION - (Award of Contract to Neary Landscape and Authorize Budget Amendment) F. PUBLIC HEARING 9) APPEAL OF DESIGN REVIEW BOARD DECISION to Approve an Application filed by Mr. And Ms. Hariri to install a fence on the property located at 163 Avenida Miraflores; AP No. 039-261-05 - (Chester Judah, 166 Avenida Miraflores, Appellant) 10) DOWNTOWN FERRY AREA ACCESS & SAFETY IMPROVEMENTS - Consider Adoption of a Negative Declaration and Approval of Safety and Access Improvements in the vicinity of the Blue & Gold Ferry dock, including Shoreline Park, Main Street, Paradise Drive near the turning circle, and the waterfront behind Main Street - (Town of Tiburon, Applicant) G. NEW BUSINESS 1 I) HOUSING ELEMENT REVISION STATUS REPORT - (Report to Town Council on the General Plan Housing Element currently underway, and the results of a Planning Commission Workshop held in May 2000 on the Housing Element Update) 12) PARKS & OPEN SPACE COMMISSION -Discussion of Proposed reduction of Commission size - (Town Manager) H. STAFF & TOWN MANAGER REPORTS I. ADJOURNMENT- to Thursday, November 9,2000 at 7:00 p.m. - Del Mar School Gymnasium- St. Hilary's Appeal of Planning Commission Decision Future A~enda Items --Town Council Annual Reorganizalion- (November 16) --AdoptIOn of Annual Appointments List & Town Council Committee Appointments - (December 6) --Annual Holiday Party - (December 19) DATE OF MEETING: DATE POSTED: November 1, 2000 October 27, 2000 No. 16,2000 NOTICE OF STATUTORY AUTHORITY FOR HOLDING CLOSED MEETING OF THE TIBURON TOWN COUNCIL Pursuant to California Government Code Sections 54950 et seq., the Town Council will hold a Closed Session. More specific infonnation regarding this meeting is indicated below: 1. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR (Section 54957.6) Agency Negotiator: Town Attorney Position: Town Manager 2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION (Section 54946.9(a)) Town of Tiburon v. American Coach Builders, et a/. Marin County Superior Court Case No. CV 000059 KQ4-r~ I, TIBURON REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MINUTES ^,") <<...1( ~ " "l/"-t CALL TO ORDER Vice Chair Thompson called the meeting of the Redevelopment Agency ofthe Town of Tiburon to order at 8:05 P.M. on Wednesday, October 4,2000 in the Council Chambers at 1505 Tiburon Boulevard, Tiburon, California. A. ROLL CALL PRESENT ABSENT: BOARDMEMBERS: BOARDMEMBERS: Bach, Hennessy, Matthews, Thompson Gram EX-OFFICIO: Executive Director McIntyre, Finance Director Stranzl, Planning Director Anderson, Senior Planner Watrous, Acting Chief of Police Lt. Aiello, Superintendent of Public Works Iacopi, Town Clerk Crane Iacopi B. NEW BUSINESS 1) No 3-00 - June 21, 2000 <Adopt) MOTION: To Adopt Minutes #03-00, June 21,2000, as presented Moved: Bach, Seconded by Hennessy Vote: AYES: Unanimous ABSENT: Gram 2) ANNUAL REPORT - Finance Report for Fiscal Year ending June 30, 2000- <Accept) Finance Director Stranzl said the item was updated financial information for the recent fiscal year, previously submitted during the budget hearings in June 2000. MOTION: Moved: Vote: To accept the Redevelopment Agency Financial Report ofFY Ended June 30, 2000 Hennessy, Seconded by Bach AYES: Unanimous ABSENT: Gram Redevelopment Agency Minutes #04-00 October 4. 2000 Page 1 C. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business of the Tiburon Redevelopment Agency, Chair Vice Chair Thompson adjourned the meeting at 8: 11 P.M., sine die. ANDREW THOMPSON, VICE CHAIR Tiburon Redevelopment Agency ATTEST: DIANE CRANE IACOPI, TOWN CLERK Redevelopment Agency Minutes #04-00 October 4, 2000 Page 2 TIBURON REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY ST AFF REpORT ITEM NO. MEETING DATE: 111112000 RtA--J- To: REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY BOARD OF DIRECTORS From: SCOTT ANDERSON, TOWN PLANNING DIRECTOR ~ Subject: BELOW MARKET RATE HOUSING AGREEMENT FOR CHANDLERS GATE AT TIDURON (FORMERLY NED'S WAY GARDEN HOMES) PROJECT: 2-98 NED'S WAY; ASSESSOR PARCEL NO. 58-151-35 Date: OCTOBER 25, 2000 BACKGROUND In June 1996, the Tiburon Redevelopment Agency (RDA) entered into a Disposition & Development Agreement (DDA) with Ned's Way Garden Homes LLC (Developer), the prospective developer of the 25-unit senior housing project located on Ned's Way on the site of the former Town Hall and Tiburon Police Department buildings. The project has since proceeded to secure all of its entitlements from the Town of Tiburon and construction began in the summer of2000. The DDA requires that four of the 25 units in the project be offered for sale to very low income households. The mechanism selected to implement to affordable housing requirements of the DDA is a tripartite "Below Market Rate Housing Agreement" among the Tiburon Redevelopment Agency, the Developer, and the Housing Authority of the County of Marin. This Agreement has been drafted by the Housing Authority and is now before the Board of Directors for review and approval. ANALYSIS Pursuant to the DDA, the sale price of each of the four (4) very low income units would be $270,000.00, with the purchaser responsible for $70,000.00 and the RDA subsidizing the Tiburon Redevelopment Agency Staff Repart 11/1/2000 1 remaining $200,000.00 for each unit. This was the sales approach deemed most likely to occur at the time that the DDA was executed. The DDA also provided that if the Developer is unable to sell the units to very low income households after making a good faith effort, they may be sold to low income households. The attached Exhibit 1 contains excerpts from the DDA regarding the four units. However, the DDA also contains provisions for RDA purchase of the units. The RDA has the option of purchasing one or more of the affordable units for $270,000.00 each under Section 7.7 of the DDA. This decision to purchase units must be made by the RDA shortly before completion of the units. The RDA would have a second opportunity to purchase one or more units, pursuant to Section 7.8(a), if the Developer is unable to sell them to very low income households within three months after completion. The provisions of the DDA have been incorporated into the BMR Agreement in an implementable framework. The draft BMR Agreement and a cover letter form the Marin Housing Authority is attached as Exhibit 2. The Agreement has been reviewed and approved by the Redevelopment Agency's attorneys at Goldfarb & Lipman. ISSUES Limited Loan Amount Due to the income formulas established under redevelopment law, it will be possible to obtain a loan for only about $16,000.00 of the $70,000.00 purchase price that is the responsibility of the purchaser. The law allows that only 30% ofa household's income may be for housing-related costs, and to qualifY as "very low income", a household must earn less than 50% of the median income. Obviously, 30% of 50% of the median income is not a large amount of money ($10,112.00 per year), and homeowner dues and other housing costs (such as fire insurance) are high. A breakdown of the 30% housing cost for these units is attached as Exhibit 3. This $16,000.00 loan limitation mayor may not prove to be a serious sales liability in finding qualified households, as prospective buyers may have assets up to three (3) times their purchase price ($210,000.00). One method of expanding the loan amount would be to lower the monthly homeowner assessment for the four below market rate units, thereby reducing housing costs. The Developer has to date not expressed a willingness to consider lower homeowner dues for the affordable units. Ootion to Purchase bv Redevelooment Al!encv The BMR Agreement (echoing the DDA) offers the RDA two opportunities to purchase one or more of the BMR units. The units would cost $270,000.00 each The first opportunity for RDA purchase occurs just prior to completion of the units, during which there is a 60-day window to act. The second opportunity arises only if, after 90 days of good faith efforts to sell the completed units, the Developer is unable to sell any or all of the affordable units to qualifYing Tiburon Redevelopment Agency Staff Repart 11/1/2000 2 households. Then the Developer may tender a written offer to the RDA to purchase one or more units. Ifunits remain unsold after the RDA responds, then the Developer may sell the units to qualified low-income households. Preferences (Priorities for the Drawinl!) In determining eligibility requirements for the four BMR units, Exhibit "c" of the BMR Agreement contains a clause whereby the RDA may establish "priorities", also known as preferences, to be used by the Marin Housing Authority in selecting buyers. Common types of preferences include public safety personnel, schoolteachers, and so forth. In setting priorities, the RDA must be cognizant of issues regarding discrimination. The broader the preferences are set, the less likely the Agency could be accused of violating fair housing laws. By setting too narrow of priorities, the RDA could be seen as discriminating. Please refer to the attached policy from the Housing Council regarding preferences, attached as Exhibit 4. Because Chandlers Gate is a senior housing project, commonly used preferences favoring public safety employees and schoolteachers are not readily applicable. Staff recommends the approach set forth in the Housing Council policy letter, that sets a preference for "those who live or work in Marin County". ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINA nON Approval of this Agreement is not a project under CEQA. RECOMMENDA nON That the Board of Directors approve the Below Market Rate Housing Agreement, incorporating the preference for those "who live or work in Marin County", and authorize the Executive Director to execute the Agreement. EXHmITS 1. Excerpts from'DDA regarding affordable units. 2. Draft "Below Market Rate Housing Agreement" dated 10/12/2000. 3. Chandlers Gate Affordable Housing Cost Analysis dated 10/11/2000. 4. Housing Council policy regarding "preferences" dated 9/27/2000. 'n.tdslbmr agreement rdareport,doc Tiburon Redevelopment Agency Staff Repart 11/1/2000 3 DOA - ARTICLE 7 SALE OF TIIE AFFORDABLE UNITS Section 7.1 Development of Affordable Units. As a condition of the sale of the Property to the Developer, the Devcloper shall offer four units in the Development for sale to Very Low Income Households at an Affordable Housing Cost. To assist the Developer in making the units affordable, the Agency shall pay to the Developer a subsidy, as specified below, for cach Affordable Unit sold to a Very Low Income Household. The Agency Subsidy will allow the Developer to reduce the purchase price of each Affordablc Unit so that it may be purchased by a Very Low Income Household at an Affordable Housing Cost. Section 7.2 Value of Affordahle Units. The Developer and the Agency have reviewed the cost estimates for the dcvelopment of the Affordable Units. Based on the cost analysis, the Developer and the Agency have agreed that upon completion of construction of the Affordable Units, the fair market value of the each Affordable Unit will be Two Hundred Seventy Thousand Dollars ($270,000) (the "Affordable Unit Value"). Section 7.3 Purchase Price of Affordable Units. Promptly following the completion of construction of each of the Affordable Units as evidenced by the issuance of a certificate of occupancy for such Unit, each Affordable Unit shall be offered for sale to a Very Low Income Household at a purchase price which will allow the Very Low Income Household to pay no greater than an Affordable Housing Cost for the Affordable Unit. Section 7.4 A~encv Suhsidy. Pursuant to the provisions of Section 6.6, the Agency shall pay to the Developer the Agency Subsidy in the amount of Two Hundrcd Thousand Dollars ($200,000) upon the sale of an Affordable Unit to a Very Low Income Household. In no event shall the aggregatc Agency Subsidy amount exceed Eight Hundred Thousand Dollars ($800,000). Section 7.5. Resale Restriction Ai"eement. As a condition of receiving the Agency Subsidy, the Developer shall require that the Very Low Income Household execute a Resale Restriction Agreemcnt in favor of the Agency or its designee in substantially thc form attached as Exhibit C. The Resale Restriction Agreement shall restrict the ability of the Very Low Income Household to resell the Affordable Unit for a period offifty-five (55) years. The Resale Restriction Agreement shall be recorded against each Affordable Unit as a covenant running with the land. Section 7.6 Pavment of Aiency Suhsidy. As a condition to receiving the Agency Subsidy for an Affordable Unit, the Developer shall submit to the Agency (i) a closing statement from the title company handling the escrow for the sale of the Affordable Unit showing, at a rninimum, the purchase price of the Affordable Unit, the first mortgage amount and the amount of the Very Low Income Household's 102\04\109685.5 14 EXHIBIT No.L downpayment; (ii) household income information for the Very Low Income Household sufficient for the Agency to verify the eligibility of the Very Low Income Household for the assistancc, estimated first mortgage payments and other monthly charges required to be paid by the purchaser; (iii) a copy of the rccorded Resale Restriction Agreement and (iv) such other information as reasonably required by the Agency. Section 7.7 Aiem;v Option to Purchase. As an alternativc to selling the Affordable Unit to a V cry Low Income Household, the Developer grants to the Agency an option to purchase one or more Affordable Units pursuant to the provisions of this Section 7.7. Not more than one hundred twenty (120) days and not less than seventy fivc (75) days prior to the anticipated datc of completion of construction of cach Affordable Unit, the Developer shall notify the Agency in writing of the expected completion date. The Agency shall have sixty (60) days from the rcccipt of the Developer's notice to notify the Developer that the Agency intends to purchase the Affordable Unit for the Affordable Unit Value. In the event the Agency exercises its option to purchase an Affordable Unit, the purchase price for the Affordable Unit shall be paid to the Developer by the Agency. through an escrow within sixty (60) days following the issuance of the certificate of occupancy for the Affordable Unit. In the event of an Agency purchase of an Affordable Unit, the other provisions of this Article 7., including the provisions regarding a payment of any Agency Subsidy, shall not apply to the sale of the Affordable Unit to the Agency. Section 7.8 Failure to Sell Affordable Units. (a) In the cvent that after a good faith effort to market and sell the Affordable Units for the three (3) month period following completion of all of the Affordable Units, the Developer is unable to sell one or more of the Affordable Units to Very Low Income Households, the Developer may tender a written offer to the Agency for the purchase by the Agency of one or more of the Affordable Units at the Affordable Unit Value. Thc Agency shall have a period of sixty (60) days following the receipt of the Developer's written offer to notify the Developer in writing of the Agency's acceptance of the Developer's offer. Should the Agency fail to provide a written acceptance of the Developer's offer within the sixty (60) period following receipt of the Developer's written offer, the provisions of Section 7.8(b) shall apply. (b) 'In the event the one or morc Affordable Units are not sold pursuant to Section 7.8(a), the Developer may offer any unsold Affordable Units for sale to Low Income Households at an affordable housing cost as determined pursuant to Section S0025.5(b)(2) of the California Health and Safety Code and 25 California Code of Regulations Section 6920. Unless otherwise approved by the Agency, the Developer shall require no less than a five percent (5%) downpayment from the Low Income Houschold and shall require that the debt service on the first mortgage be no less than twenty percent (20%) of the Low Income Household's annual income. The Agency Subsidy, forpurposcs ofa salc ofan Affordable Unit to a Low Income Household, shall be an amount equal to the difference between the Affordable Unit Value and the purchase price paid to the Developer by the Low Income Household. Notwithstanding the foregoing, in no event shall the Agency Subsidy for anyone Affordable Unit sold 102\04\109685.6 IS pursuant to this Section 7.8(b) exceed Two Hundrcd Thousand Dollars ($200,000) nor shall the aggregate Agency Subsidy amount exceed Eight Hundred Thousand Dollars ($800,000). ARTICLE 8 ON-GOING DEVELOPER OBLIGATIONS Section 8.1 Taxes and Assessments. The Developer shall pay all re d crsonal property taxes, assessments and charges and all franchise, income, ployment, age benefit, withholding, sales, and other taxes assessed against it, or able by it, at suc . es and in such manner as to prevent any penalty from accruing, any lien or charge m attaching to the Property; provided, however, that the De oper shall have the right contest in good faith, any such taxes, assessments, or ch es. In the event the Develop exercises its right to contest any tax, assessment, 0 arge against it, the Developer, on determination of the proceeding or contest, all immediately payor discharge any de . on or judgment rendercd against it, toge with all costs, charges and interest. Section 8.2 Contracts. (a) The eloper covenants by and for itself, its successors and assigns that there I be no di . ation against or segregation of a person or of a group of persons on a unt 0 ace, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national ori cestry or disability in the sale, lease, sublease transfcr, use, occupancy, tenur enjoyment of the Devclopment nor shall the Developer or any person claiming un or ough the Developer establish or permit any such practice or practices of disc' ation or egation with reference to the selection, location, number, use or occupan of tenants, Ie ees, subtenants, sublessees or vendees in the Development. ng covenant shall with the land. (b) v contracts made or entere to by Developer, its successors of the Property shall c ain therein the following language: In Deeds: . All deeds, leases or assigns, as to any portion "Grantee here' covenants by and for itself, its successors and assigns tha no discrimi on against or segregation of a person or of a group of person of race, co , creed, rcligion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national 0 ancestry disability in the sale, lease, sublease, transfer, use, occupancy, tenure enJo t of the property herein conveyed nor shall the grantee or any person cl . und r through the grantee establish or permit any such practice or practices of di ination or segregation with rcference to the selection, location, number, use or upancy of tenants, lessees, subtenants, sublessees or vendees in the property herein 102\04\109685.6 16 October 12, 2000 OCT 1 2 2000 MAR'N HOUSING Making Housing More Affordable ~.'2':=El~/~~:; PL ~f~~~.:: ::~ ~,j ~ ::I~ ~ ::~;61,~ t, I-I Scott Anderson, Planning Director Town of Tiburon 1505 Tiburon Boulevard Tiburon, CA 94920 4020 Civic Center Drive San Rafael, CA 94903-4173 Executive Director Janel Miller Schoder Deputy Director Michael D. Kelleher Re: Chandler's Gate BMR Housing Agreement Dear Scott: Here is a revised draft of the Below Market Rate Housing Agreement dated 10/12/00 for the Chandler's Gate development based on additional comments I have received from you and Tom Webber. I am forwarding copies to Tom as well as Mark Chamberlain and Bruce Burman. I understand that you are planning to take it to the Town Council on November 1 for consideration of any outstanding issues, including whether the Town wants to include any preferences in the selection of prospective buyers. For your information I am also including a draft of a recent working paper prepared by the Marin Housing Council on the subject of Preferences in Affordable Housing. Lastly, I have included a revised Housing Cost Analysis dated 10/11/00 for Chandler's Gate using the most current figures available. This same information is contained in a more condensed form in Exhibit "B" to the draft BMR Housing Agreement to provide the justification for the BMR Sales Price. Please feel free to call me at (415) 491-2545 if you should have any questions or wish to discuss this in more detail. Sincerely, "^~ MAURICE M. WOLOHAN Manager, Rehabilitatien & New Development cc: Thomas H. Webber, Goldfarb & Lipman Mark Chamberlain, Taylor Woodrow Homes, Inc. Bruce Burman Housing Authority of the County of Marin 'I 415/491-2525 EXHIBIT NO.~AX) 415/472-2186 (TOO) 1-800-735-2929 . Recording Requested by: ~/ Tiburon Redevelopment Agency When Recorded Return to: Tiburon Redevelopment Agency Attention: Executive Director 1505 Tiburon Boulevard Tiburon, CA 94920 BELOW MARKET RATE HOUSING AGREEMENT Project Name: CHANDLER'S GATE (Formerly known as Ned's Way Garden Homes) Location: 2-98 Ned's Way, Tiburon, California Developer: Ned's Way Garden Homes, LLC This Agreement is made and entered into this day of , 2000, among the TIBURON REDEVELOPJ.\iIENT AGENCY, a public body, corporate and politic (hereinafter referred to as "the Agency"), the HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE COUNTY OF MARIN, a public body, corporate and politic, created under the Housing Authority Law of the State of California (hereinafter referred to as "Marin Housing Authority"), and NED'S WAY GARDEN HOJ.\iIES, LLC, or any successor in interest (hereinafter referred to as "the Developer"). A. The Developer intends to construct a residential housing development on that certain real property situated within the Tiburon Rede:velopment Project Area, which real property is more particularly described in Exhibit "A" attached hereto and incorporated herein. B. The Agency, in accordance with the provisions of its Redevelopment Project Area Plan, has approved the Developer's proposed development on condition that the Developer provide therein four (4) dwelling units to be sold at prices that are within the means of very-low-income households. C. Marin Housing Authority is authorized by law to participate in programs that provide housing for households of low and moderate income, and is by experience qualified to screen and determine eligibility of applicants for low and moderate-income housing. D. The Agency and the Developer have entered into a Disposition and Development Agreement (the "DDA Agreement") dated June 17, 1998 wherein the Agency intends to assist the Developer in subsidizing four (4) units to make them affordable to very low-income seniors pursuant to the terms of the DDA Agreement. Chandler's Gate BMR Agreement- Ned's Way Garden Homes, LLC I Tiburon Redevelopment Agency I Marin Housing Authority Page lof9 1011212000 The parties hereto desire, by this Agreement, to cooperate in implementing the efforts of the Developer to comply with the requirement that the Developer make available said dwelling units at prices which are within the means of very-low-income households. NOW TIfEREFORE, it is hereby agreed by and between the parties hereto as follows: l. The Developer agrees that each of the four (4) dwelling units within the project approved by the Agency for the property described in Exhibit "A" attached hereto will be sold to a very-low-income household in accordance with the terms and pursuant to the procedures set forth in this Agreement. Said dwelling units are identified in Exhibit "B" attached hereto. Said dwelling units are hereinafter referred to as "the Affordable Units." 2. The Developer agrees that the contract sales price for the Affordable Units shall not exceed the prices set forth in Exhibit "B" attached hereto. The contract sales price is defined as the amount paid by the Buyer to the Developer without regard to proration of taxes, utilities, or other such items and without regard to Buyer's payment of homeowner's association fees, insurance premiums, escrow costs, transfer taxes, recording fees, document preparation cost or similar items. 3. The Developer agrees to offer the Affordable Units for sale only to individuals or households who have been certified as eligible by ~Iarin Housing Authority. 4. The Developer further agrees to give written notice to Marin Housing Authority at least one hundred and twenty (120) days prior to estimated issuance of Certificate of Occupancy for the Affordable Units. 5. Marin Housing Authority agrees to process applications and certify the eligibility of applicants as very-Iow- income households. An individual or a household shall be deemed to qualify as a very-low-income household provided the income of such individual or household does not exceed fifty percent (50%) of the current median income for the San Francisco Primary Metropolitan Statistical Area (PMSA)--San Francisco, San Mateo and Marin County--as determined by the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development ("HUD"). Office of Economic Affairs, Economic and Market Analysis Division, with adjustments for smaller or larger households (refer to Exhibit "D" attached hereto). In certifying the eligibility of applicants, Marin Housing Authority shall adhere to the requirements for eligibility adopted by the Agency and specified in EXHIBIT "C" attached hereto. Selection of individuals or households falling within any of the priorities established in EXHIBIT "C" shall be determined by a drawing or other equitable method mutually agreed upon by the Agency and Marin Housing Authority. Marin Housing Authority shall be paid a fee of $1000 per Affordable Unit to be paid by the buyer, which payment shall be included in the buyer's closing costs through escrow. 6. As an alternative to selling the Affordable Unit to a very low-income household, the Developer grants to the Agency an option to purchase one or more Affordable Units pursuant to the provisions of Section 7.7 of the DDA Agreement. In the event that after a good faith effort to market and sell the Affordable Units for the three (3) month period following completion of all of the Affordable Units, the Developer is unable to sell one or more of the Affordable Units to very low-income households, the Developer may tender a written offer to the Agency for the purchase by the Agency of one or more of the Affordable Units at the Affordable unit value pursuant to Chandler's Gate BMR Agreement- Ned's Way Garden Homes. LLC I Tiburon Redevelopment Agency / Marin Housing Authority Page 2of9 1011212000 the provisions of Section 7.8(a) of the DDA Agreement. In the event that one or more Affordable Units are not sold pursuant to these provisions, the Developer may offer any unsold Affordable Units for sale to low- income households at an affordable housing cost as determined pursuant to Section 7 .8(b) of the DDA Agreement. 7. The contract conveying the Affordable Unit to a Buyer certified by Marin Housing Authority shall contain a resale restriction and an option to purchase constituting a right of first refusal, pursuant to which the buyer agrees that prior to selIing the property, it will first be offered for sale to Marin Housing Authority or its assignee, in writing. Said deed restrictions shall be in the form of a Resale Restriction Agreement and Option to Purchase to be provided by Marin Housing Authority as set forth in Exhibit "E" to this agreement. The Resale Restriction Agreement shall be executed by the Buyer and recorded in immediate succession after the Grant Deed conveying title to the property. 8. In the event that the development project is not constructed or in the event that the master plan for the project is amended or revised such that the Affordable Units specified in Paragraph I are no longer required thereby, this Agreement shall thereupon become void, unless any of the Affordable Units have previously been sold in accordance with the provisions of this Agreement, in which event the provisions of this Agreement will continue in force with respect to the Affordable Units so sold. 9. All notices required to be given under the terms of this Agreement shalI be sent by first class U.S. mail, certified/return receipt requested, or by express courier service, addressed as folIows: To the Agency: Tiburon Redevelopment Agency Attention: Executive Director 1505 Tiburon Boulevard Tiburon, CA 94920 To Marin Housing Authority: Marin Housing Authority Attention: Executive Director 4020 Civic Center Dri ve San Rafael, CA 94903-4173 To the Developer: Ned's Way Garden Homes, LLC clo Taylor-Woodrow Homes 160 Mitchell Boulevard San Rafael, CA 94903 Any party may change the address to which notice shall be mailed to it by giving notice thereof to the other parties by certified mail. 10. The Agency shall indemnify and hold harmless Marin Housing Authority and the Developer, its officers, officials, employees and agents from and against all claims, damages, loses and expenses including attorneys fees arising out of the performance of this agreement, cause in whole or part by any negligent act or omission of the Agency, except where caused by the active negligence, sole negligence, or willful misconduct of the Marin Housing Authority and/or Developer. Chandler's Gale BMR Agreement- Ned's Way Garden Homes. LLC 1 Tiburon Redevelopment Agency I Marin Housing Authority Page3of9 10/1212000 IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Agreement the day and year first above written. TIBURONREDEVELOPMENTAGENCY HOUSING AlITHORITY OF THE COUNTY OF MARIN By: By: Its: Its: ATTEST: ATTEST: By: By: ~ . DEVELOPER: NED'S WAY GARDEN HOMES, LLC By: Its: Attachments: Exhibit "A"--LegaI Description of Property Exhibit "B"--Schedule of BMR Affordable Units and Sales Prices Exhibit "C"--Eligibility Requirements and Priorities Exhibit "D"--Marin County FY 2000 Median Family Income Schedule Exhibit "E"--ResaIe Restriction Agreement and Option to Purchase Chandler's Gate BMR Agreement- Ned's Way Garden Homes, LLC I Tiburon Redevelopment Agency I Marin Housing Authority Page4of9 101l2J2000 EXHIBIT "A" Project Name: CHANDLER'S GATE Location: 2-98 Ned's Way, Tiburon, California Developer: Ned's Way Garden Homes, LLC, or any successor in interest DESCRIPTION: All that certain Real Property situated in the Town of Tiburon, State of California, described as follows: Lot 1 through 25, inclusive, and Parcel "A" as shown on the subdivision map of Chandler's Gate at Tiburon, filed for record on , in Book of Maps at Pages , inclusive, in the Official Records of the County of through Marin. State of California. Chandler's Gate BMR Agreemenl- Ned's Way Garden Homes. LLC I Tiburon Redevelopment Agency I Marin Housing Authority Page 5 of9 10/1212000 EXHIBIT "B" Project Name: CHANDLER'S GATE Location: 2-98 Ned's Way, Tiburon, California Developer: Ned's Way Garden Homes, LLC, or any successor in interest Total Units: 25 BMR Affordable Units: 4 SCHEDULE OF BMR AFFORDABLE UNITS AND SALES PRICES Unit No. Address Unit TVl'e Unit Size Income Eligibilitv Sales Price Unit 2 6 Ned's Way 2 Bedroom 990 sf 50% of Median $70,000 Unit 3 10 Ned's Way 2 Bedroom 990 sf 50% of Median $70,000 Unit 10 38 Ned's Way 2 Bedroom 990 sf 50% of Median $70,000 Unit II 42 Ned's Way 2 Bedroom 990 sf 50% of Median $70,000 The income figures used to calculate the Affordable Housing Cost and the Sales Price of the BMR Affordable Units are as follows: FY2000 Median Income for Marin County (effective 3/9/00): Median Income adjusted for three-person household size (x 0.9): 50% of Median Income for three-person household: Affordable Housing Cost at 30% of 50% of Median for three-person household: Monthlv 6,242 5,618 2,809 843 The estimated housing costs for the BMR Affordable Units are as follows: Principal & interest payment on mortgage loan ($16,000): Property taxes & assessments on $70,000 valuation: Allowance for owner-paid utilities: Fire & casualty insurance for replacement value: !allowance for property maintenance & repairs: Homeowner Association fees: Monthlv 120 130 130 67 21 375 843 Total Housing Costs Annual 74,900 67,410 33,705 110,112 Annual 1,440 1,560 1,560 800 250 4,500 110,110 I Because of the special nature of this project and the Disposition and Development Agreement between the Tiburon Redevelopment Agency and the Developer, there will be no change or adjustment in the sales price of the Affordable Units prior to completion and final sale of the Affordable Units. Chandler's Gate BMR Agreement- Ned's Way Garden Homes. LLC I Tiburon Redevelopment Agency I Marin Housing Authority Page 6 of9 10/1212000 EXHIBIT "C" Project Name: CHAt 'IDLER'S GATE Location: 2.98 Ned's Way, Tiburon, California Developer: Ned's Way Garden Homes, LLC, or any successor in interest Elilribilitv Requirements In determining and certifying eligibility of applicants for the subject project, Marin Housing Authority shall adhere to the following criteria: I. The applicant's total annual household income may not exceed 50% of the current median income for the San Francisco PMSA as determined by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (RUD), and as adjusted for household size, in order to qualify as "very-low-income." 2. The total value of the applicant household's assets, including any equity in a principal residence, may not exceed three times the purchase price of the Affordable Unit. For the purposes of this eligibility requirement, the household's equity in a principal residence shall mean the value remaining after subtracting the current principal balance of the household's debt secured by the residence (the mortgage or mortgages) from the total value of the residence, as such value is determined by appraisal or other method reasonably acceptable to Marin Housing Authority. 3. There is no minimum household size requirement to be eligible. 4. The applicant's household must be a "senior household," defined as a household in which at least one person is sixty-two (62) years or older and in which all other members are forty-five (45) years or older, with the exception of one household member who may be a licensed caregiver employed by the applicant and exempt from the age requirement. Priorities for the Drawing In selecting prospective purchasers from among all eligible applicants, a drawing shall be conducted. The Tiburon Redevelopment Agency has determined that there shall be no priorities employed in the drawing to select prospective purchasers. Chandler's Gate BMR Agreement- Ned's Way Garden Homes, LLC I Tiburon Redevelopment Agency I Marin Housing Authority Page 7 of9 10/1212000 EXHIBIT "n" Effective 3/09/00 MARfN HOUSING --....- 402Il CMc c.nr.r onv. San -. CA ll4803-4173 Marin County FY 2000 Median Household Income Schedule (-415) 481-2550 Household f--- Vel}' Low Income---+I( Size Low Income lit Moderate Income II 30% 50% 65% 80% 90% Median 120% 15,750 26,200 34,100 41,950 47,200 52,450 62,900 2 18,000 29,950 38,950 47,950 53,950 59,900 71,900 3 20,200 33,700 43,800 53,950 60,650 67,400 80,900 4 22,450 37,450 48,700 59,900 - 67,400 74,900 89,900 5 24,250 40,450 52,600 64,700 72,800 80,900 97,100 6 26,050 43,450 56,450 69,500 78,200 86,900 104,250 7 27,850 46,450 60,350 74,300 83,600 92,900 111,450 8 29,650 49,450 64,250 79,100 89,000 98,850 118,650 This median income schedule has been prepared by the Marin Housing Authority. II is based on the FY 2000 median income for the San Francisco MSA (Metropolitan Statistical Area), comprising San Francisco, San Mateo and Marin Counties, The median income for a four. person household, which is currently $74.900, is determined by the Department of Housing and Urban Development ("HUD"), Office of Economic Affairs, Economic and Market AnaJysis Division. This figure is adjusted tor household size in accordance with HUe standard adjustment factors. The current median income became effective 3/09/00. All figures on this schedule are rounded to the nearest $50. Chandler's Gale BMR Agreemen,- Ned's Way Garden Homes. LLC 1 Tiburon Redevelopment Agency I Marin Housing Authority Page 8 of9 10/1212000 "'. EXIllBIT "E" Resale Restriction Agreement and Option to Purchase Chandler's Gate BMR Agreement- Ned's Way Garden Homes. LLC I Tiburon Redevelopment Agency / Marin Housing Authority Page 9 of9 1011212000 Recording Requested by: Marin Housing Authority When Recorded Retum to: Marin Housing Authority Attention; BMR Program 4020 Civic Center Drive San Rafael, CA 94903-4173 RESALE RESTRICTION AGREEMENT AND OPTION TO PURCHASE Owner(s): Property Address: Name of Development: Local Jurisdiction: Purchase Price: Income Eligibility: CHANDLER'S GATE Tiburon Redevelopment Agency $70,000 Very-low income (50% of median) R1<TTTALS This Resale Restriction Agreement and Option to Purchase ("Agreement") is entered into by and between ("Owner") and the Housing Authority of the County of Marin (the "Authority") regarding certain improved real property located at , California (the "Premises"). A. The Premises are described more fully on Exhibit A attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference and are subject to the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement. B. The Premises are being made available for purchase by an eligible very-low-income purchaser at a below-market purchase price pursuant to the Below Market Rate Home Ownership Program ("Program") administered by the Authority on behalf of the above-named Local Jurisdiction. Rev. 10112100 C. Owner is an eligible very-low-income purchaser under the Program (defined below), intends to live in the Premises as an owner-occupant and agrees to maintain the Premises as Owner's principal residence. D. In order to maintain and preserve the Premises as housing affordable to eligible very-low- income purchasers, it is necessary to restrict the use and resale price of the Premises by the occupancy and resale controls. Such controls prevent initial and subsequent purchasers from using the property for purposes incompatible with the Program and realizing unwarranted gains from sales of the Premises at unrestricted prices. The terms and conditions of this Agreement provide the necessary occupancy and resale controls to ensure that the Premises are used, maintained and preserved as housing affordable to eligible very-low-income purchasers. E. The Premises subject to occupancy and resale controls constitute a valuable community resource by providing decent, safe and sanitary housing to very-low-income purchasers who otherwise would be unable to afford such housing. To protect and preserve this resource it is necessary, proper and in the public interest for the Authority to administer the occupancy and resale controls by means of this Agreement. NOW, THEREFORE. IN CONSIDERATION OF THE SUBSTANTIAL ECONOMIC BENEFITS Il'lURING TO OWNER A.J.'ID THE PUBLIC PURPOSES TO BE ACHIEVED UNDER THE PROGRA.J.v!. OWNER HEREBY GRANTS TO THE AUTHORITY THIS OPTION ON THE FOLLOWING TERMS A.J."ID CONDITIONS. 1, Prngr:1m C"nnrlitinnc;;:, Owner agrees and acknowledges that the Authority's acceptance of Owner's participation in the Program and purchase of the Premises is conditioned upon. Owner's continuing occupancy of the Premises. Owner shall use and maintain the Premises as Owner's principal residence. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, any absence from the Premises by Owner for a period of sixty or more consecutive days shall be deemed an abandonment of the Premises as the principal residence of Owner, in violation of the conditions of this paragraph. Upon request of the Authority, Owner shall certify Owner's continuing compliance with Program conditions and provide such documents and other evidence as may be requested to verify Owner's compliance. 2. ~r:1nt of Option t,1 Pnrl"h:1fi:p. Owner hereby grants and gives to the Authority a right to purchase all of Owner's right, title and interest in and to the Premises upon the occurrence of events specified in this Agreement ("Option"), subject to the terms and conditions contained herein. 3, AsC\ie-nmpnt of thp Option, The Authority may assign the Option to another government entity or to a very-low-income purchaser who meets the eligibility qualifications established by the Authority under the Program. The Authority's assignment of the Option shall not extend any time limits contained herein with respect to the exercise period of the Option or the period within which the Premises must be purchased. As used in this Agreement, the term "Authority" shall mean the Authority and any assignee to which it has assigned the Option under this paragraph. Notice of any such assignment shall be given to the beneficiary of record under any deed of trust that secures any financing used to purchase the property. - 2- Chandler's Gate Resale Restriction Agreement Rev. 10/12100 4. FvpntlO: (;iving RilO:p to Right to 'Ryprr-illi:p Option. The Authority shall have the right to exercise its Option upon the occurrence of any of the following events (an "Option Event"): a. Receipt of a Notice of Intent to Transfer (defmed in paragraph 5 below); b. Any actual, attempted or pending sale, conveyance, transfer, lease or other attempted disposition of the Premises or of any estate or interest therein, except as provided in paragraph 15 below; c. Any actual, attempted or pending encumbrance of the Premises, including without limitation by way of mortgage or deed of trust, or by judgment, mechanics, tax or other lien, except as provided in paragraph 16 below; d. Recordation of a notice of default and/or notice of sale pursuant to California Civil Code section 2924 (or successor provisions) under any deed of trust or mortgage with a power of sale encumbering the Premises; e. Commencement of a judicial foreclosure proceeding regarding the Premises; f. Execution by Owner of any deed in lieu of foreclosure transferring ownership of the Premises; and g. Commencement of a proceeding or action in bankruptcy, whether voluntary or involuntary, pursuant to Title [I of the United States Code or other bankruptcy statute. or any other insolvency, reorganization, arrangement, assignment for the benefit of creditors, receivership or trusteeship, concerning the Owner, h. Any violation by Owner of the conditions set forth in paragraph I above. 5, l\'fpthnrl of F'Yprrising thp Optinn. a. Nntir? nf Tnt?nt tn Tr;\n<;;.fPT. If Owner desires to sell, convey, transfer, lease. encumber or otherwise dispose of the Premises or of any estate or interest therein, Owner shall notify Authority in writing to that effect (the 1'Notice of Intent to Transfer"). The Notice of Intent to Transfer shall also state the street address of the Premises, Owner's full name or names, the address and telephone number at which Owner shall be contacted if not at the Premises, and shall be delivered personally or deposited in the United States mail, postage prepaid, first class, certified-return receipt requested, addressed to the Housing Authority of the County of Marin, 4020 Civic Center Drive, San Rafael, CA 94903-4173, Attention: Executive Director. The Notice of Intent to Transfer shall be in substantially the form attached hereto and incorporated herein as Exhibit B. b. Nntir~ nf Fx~rri,~. Upon the occurrence of any Option Event, the Authority may exercise its Option by delivering notice to Owner that it will exercise such Option pursuant to the terms of this Agreement ("Notice of Exercise"). The Notice of Exercise may be in the form attached hereto and incorporated herein as Exhibit C. or in such other form as the Authority may from time to time adopt. The Notice of Exercise shall be delivered by deposit in the United States mail, postage prepaid, first class. addressed to Owner at the Premises, or at such other address as may be indicated on the Notice of Intent to Transfer, and delivery shall be deemed effective on the date of deposit. If the Option Event - 3- Chandler' 5 Gate Resale Rr:striction Agreement Rev. 10/12100 relates to the potential foreclosure of a mortgage under paragraphs 4d, e or f, then the Authority shall also deliver the Notice of Exercise to the mortgagee or beneficiary under such mortgage, at such mortgagee's or beneficiary's address of record in the Office of the Recorder of the County of Marin. c, Nntl(',a. nf rnn<;;p'nr tn Tr::.n..ff"r. If the Authority does not exercise the Option. it may give its consent to the occurrence of the Option Event ("Consent to Transfer"), which consent shall be conditioned upon the proposed transferee's or encumbrancer's assumption of Owner's duties and obligations under this Agreement in writing, or execution of an agreement substantially similar to this Agreement, within thirty (30) days after the Consent to Transfer has been delivered to Owner. If the proposed transferee or encumbrancer fails to assume this Agreement or execute and deliver a substantially similar agreement to the Authority within the thirty (30) day period, then the Consent to Transfer shall expire and the Authority may exercise the Option as if no Consent to Transfer had been delivered. d. Tim.. Perioo for Notie... The Authority must deliver a Consent to Transfer, if applicable, not later than sixty (60) days after the date that it receives notification of an Option Event. The Authority must deliver a Notice of Exercise, if applicable, on such date which is the later to occur of the following dates: (1) sixty (60) days after the date that the Authority receives notification of an Option Event or (2) fifteen (15) days after a Consent to Transfer has expired. For purposes of computing commencement of the delivery periods, the Authority shall be deemed to have notification of an Option Event on the date that it acrually receives a written Notice of Intent to Transfer, notice of default, summons and complaint or other pleading, or other writing specifically stating that an Option Event has occurred. The Authority shall have no obligation to deliver a Notice of Exercise or Consent to Transfer, and the applicable time period for exercise of the Option shall not commence to run, unless and until it has received notification of an Option Event in the manner specified in this subparagraph. If there is a stay or injunction imposed by court order precluding the Authority from delivering its Consent to Transfer or exercising the Option within the applicable time period, then the running of such period shall cease until such time as the stay is lifted or injunction dissolved and the Authority has been given written notice thereof, at which time the period for delivery of a Consent t9 Transfer or exercise of the Option shall again begin to run. e. Notice of A honrlonm..nt. If the Authority fails to deliver a Notice of Exercise or Consent to Transfer within the above-stated time periods, then the Option shall terminate and have no further force and effect. Thereafter. upon request by Owner. the Authority shall cause to be filed for recordation in the Office of the Recorder of the County of Marin a notice of abandonment, which shall declare that the provisions of the Option are no longer applicable to the Premises. If the Authority fails to record a notice of abandonment, the sole remedy of Owner shall be to obtain a judicial order instructing such a recordation, and Owner shall have no right to damages against the Authority for failure to record such notice promptly. 6, Right to Rpinc;;t:1tprnpnt, If the Option Event is the recordation of a notice of default, then the Authority shall be deemed to be Owner's successor in interest under California Civil Code section 2924c (or successor sections) solely for purposes of reinstatement of any mortgage on the Premises that has led to the recordation of the notice of default. As Owner's deemed successor in interest, the Authority shall be entitled to pay all amounts of principal, interest, taxes, assessments, insurance premiums, advances, costs, attorneys' fees and expenses required to cure the default. If the Authority exercises the Option, then any and all amounts paid by the Authority pursuant to this paragraph shall be treated as Adjustments to the Resale Price for the Premises. as defined in paragraph II, below. -4- Chandler's Gate Resale Restriction Agreement Rev. 10/12100 7, Insppf'tion of Prprni~p~. After delivering a Notice of Exercise. the Authority shall be entitled to inspect the Premises one or more times prior to the close of escrow to determine the amount of any Adjustments to the Resale Price. Before inspecting the Premises, the Authority shall give Owner not less than forty-eight (48) hours written notice of the date, time and expected duration of the inspection. The inspection shall be conducted between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding court holidays, unless another date and time is mutually agreed to by the panies. Owner shall make the Premises available for inspection on the date and at the time specified in the Authority's request for inspection. 8. F.;;:rrow. Promptly after delivering a Notice of Exercise, the Authority shall open an escrow account for its purchase of the Premises. Close of escrow shall take place on such date which is the later to occur of the following: (a) ninety (90) days after a Notice of Intent to Transfer has been delivered by Owner to the Authority, or (b) ten (10) days after Owner has done all acts and executed all documents required for close of escrow. Prior to the close of escrow, the Authority shall deposit the Resale Price as defined in paragraph 10 below, plus or minus any Adjustments as defined in paragraph II below. Closing costs and title insurance shall be paid pursuant to the custom and practice in the County of Marin at the time of the opening of escrow, or as may be provided otherwise by mutual agreement. Owner agrees to do all acts and execute all documents necessary to enable the close of escrow and transfer of the Premises to the Authority. 9. Prorpprl... of F...rrow. Rprnov~1 of FYl'pptionllii; to Tittp. Prior to close of escrow, Owner shall cause the removal of all exceptions to title to the Premises that were recorded after the date of this Agreement. All amounts deposited into escrow by the Authority shall be applied first to the payment of any and all liens and encumbrances recorded against the Premises, and thereafter to the payment of escrow fees and closing costs. Any amounts remaining after the amounts deposited into escrow by the Authority have been so applied shall be paid to Owner upon the close of escrow. If the amounts deposited into escrow by the Authority are insufficient to satisfy all liens and encumbrances recorded against the Premises, then Owner shall deposit into escrow such additional sums as may be required to remove said liens and encumbrances. In the event that the Authority agrees to proceed with close of escrow prior to the date that Owner has caused all exceptions to title recorded after the date of this OptiOh to be removed, then Owner shall indemnify Authority from any and all costs, expenses or liabilities (including attorneys' fees) incurred or suffered by Authority that relate to such exceptions and their removal as exceptions to title to the Premises. la, Rpo;;nlp Pril'P, Prior to adjustment pursuant to paragraph 11, the resale price of the Premises shall be the lowest of ("Resale Price"): a. M~rli"n Tncnmp. The original price paid by Owner for acquisition of the Premises pursuant to the Program ("Base Price") increased (but not decreased) by an amount, if any, equal to the Base Price multiplied by the percentage increase in the median household income for the San Francisco Primary Metropolitan Statistical Area (PMSA)--San Francisco, San Mateo and Marin Counties--published by the Department of Housing and Urban Development, Office of Economic Affairs, Economic and Market Analysis Division ("Median Income") between the Recording Date (defined below in paragraph 20) and - 5- Chandler's Gate Resale R~s[riction Agreement Rev. IOlt2l00 the date that the Authority receives notification of an Option Event. b. [nnp, Prirp. The Base Price increased (but not decreased) by an amount. if any, equal to the Base Price multiplied by the percentage increase in the Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers for the San Francisco Bay Area published by the U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics ("Index") between the Recording Date and the date that the Authority receives notification of an Option Event. c. Foir Morkpt VoIIlP. The fair market value of the Premises as determined by an appraiser selected and paid for by Owner and approved in writing by the Authority. d. Rp<olp Prirp Wnrk<hppt. To compute the Resale Price, the Authority may use the Resale Price Worksheet attached as Exhibit D hereto, or such other form as the Authority may from time to time adopt. II. Arljn.;;hnpntllO: to Rpc::aJp PriC'P. The Resale Price shall be adjusted by the following ("Adjustments"): a. r"ri,,1 [mrrnwmpnt<. An increase for capital improvements made to the Premises by Owner provided that the amount of said improvements had been previously accepted in writing by the Authority after original written documentation of the cost was provided to the Authority for verification. The amount of the Adjustment shall equal the original cost of any capital improvements depreciated in a straight-line basis based upon the estimated useful life of the improvement stated in the Authority's prior written acceptance of said improvement. b. f)omo8P<. A decrease by the amount necessary to repair damages to the Premises, if any, and to place the Premises into saleable condition as reasonably determined by the Authority, including amounts attributed to cleaning, painting, replacing worn carpeting and draperies, making necessary structural, mechanical. electrical and plumbing repairs and repairing or replacing built-in appliances and fixtures. c. Anvonrp< hy Authnrity. A decrease in an amount equal to the sum of all costs advanced by the Authority for the payment of mortgages, taxes, assessments, insurance premiums. homeowner's fees and/or associated late fees, costs, interest. attorneys' fees, pest inspections, resale inspections and other expenses related to the Premises, which Owner has failed to payor has permitted to become delinquent. l2. Priority ~nrl Fffprtivpnpc::c:: of thp Option. a. Rpc-nrno,inn. This Agreement shall be filed for recordation in the Office of the Recorder of the County of Marin prior to any sale, conveyance, transfer or other disposition of the Premises, or of any estate or interest therein, by Owner except any deed of trust or other instrument securing financing used to purchase the Premises. The Option shall have priority over any subsequent sale, conveyance, transfer, lease or other disposition or encumbrance of the Premises, or of any estate or interest therein except any deed of trust or other instrument securing financing used to purchase the Premises. Except as otherwise provided in paragraph 13a, the exercise of the Option by the Authority at any time and from time to time shall not extinguish the Option or cause a merger of the Option into any estate or other interest in the Premises. and the Option shall continue to exist and be effective with respect to the Premises against any subsequent owner in accordance with the terms and conditions hereof. - 6 - Chandler's G;lte Resale Restriction Agreement Rev. 10/12100 b. R_ql1e" for Noti~e of nefol1lt. The Authority shall file a Request for Notice of Default for recordation in the Office of the Recorder of the County of Marin promptly upon execution of this Agreement (see Exhibit E). 13, SlIrvivnl of Option TTpnn Tr~nfiO:fpr, a. In Gen_ro I. The Authority's rights to exercise the Option shall survive any transfer of the Premises by Owner. The Option may be exercised against the Premises whether owned. possessed or occupied by (i) an eligible very-low-income purchaser, (ii) any successor, transferee, assignee, heir. executor, or administrator of an eligible very-low-income purchaser, including a debtor-in-possession, debtor or trustee pursuant to Title II of the United States Code, or (iii) any person owning, possessing or occupying the Premises who does not meet the eligibility qualifications established by the Authority under the Program (collectively all referred to and defmed herein as "Owner"). Notwithstanding the foregoing, the Option shall not survive (i) the sale and transfer of the Premises to a third party purchaser pursuant to a judicial or non-judicial foreclosure or a deed-in-lieu of foreclosure under a power of sale contained in a mortgage or deed of trust that secures any financing used to purchase the property and recorded against the Premises in the Office of the Recorder of the County of Marin on or prior to the date of this Agreement, or (ii) the recording of Owner's conveyance of the Premises to the Authority, or its assignee, provided the conveyance is in accordance with the terms of this Agreement. b. HTTn Inq,r_rl N!ortrorp,. If Owner has acquired the Premises by a mortgage insured by the Secretary of the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development. and a notice of default has been recorded pursuant to California Civil Code section 2924 (or successor provisions), this Option shall automatically tenninate if title to the Premises is transferred by foreclosure or deed-in-lieu of foreclosure. or if the insured mortgage is assigned to the Secretary. 14, Voiclnhlp Trnn'lfpr". As long as the Option has not been abandoned pursuant to paragraph 5e, any actual or attempted sale, conveyance. transfer or other disposition of the Premises, or of any estate or interest therein, in violation of the tenus and conditions of this Option, shall be voidable at the election of the Authority. 15, Pprmittpn Trnn",fprli;. The following transfers of title to the Premises, or of any estate or interest therein ("Permitted Transfers"), will not authorize the exercise of this Option: a good-faith transfer by gift, devise or inheritance to Owner's spouse or issue: a taking of title by a surviving joint tenant; a court-ordered transfer of title to a spouse as part of a divorce or dissolution proceeding; or an acquisition of title, or of any interest therein, in conjunction with marriage. Notwithstanding any Pennitted Transfer, the Option shall remain effective with respect to the Premises. 16, Pprmittprl Fn(,lImhr~nrp", !1ncl Rpfin!1nring, This Option shall not become exercisable as the result of Owner's encumbering the Premises for the purpose of securing financing to purchase the Premises pursuant to the Program, or to refinance existing indebtedness incurred to purchase the Premises pursuant to the Program. The maximum amount of any refinancing pennitted by this paragraph shall not exceed an amount equal to ninety percent (90%) of the Resale Price calculated as provided in paragraph 10, as modified by this paragraph (the "Permitted Encumbrance Amount"). The Pennitted Encumbrance Amount shall be the Resale Price calculated as if - 7 - Chandler's Gate Resale R~striction Agreement Rev. 10/12100 the Authority had received notification of an Option Event on the earlier of (a) the date on which the deed of trust or mortgage securing the refinancing indebtedness is filed for record in the Office of the Recorder of the County of Marin, or (b) the date the Authority receives a Notice of Intent to Transfer pursuant to paragraph 5a above. 17. OhH~ntionliO; or Ownpr 4. ftpr Option A. h~nrfnnmpnt, If the Authority records a notice of abandonment of the Option, then the Premises may be sold by Owner to a third party without restriction as to price. Upon such sale, Owner shall pay to Authority an amount equal to eighty-five percent (85%) of the difference between (a) the actual sales price net of reasonable and customary real estate conunissions paid (such conunissions not to exceed six percent (6%) of the actual sales price), and (b) the Resale Price plus Adjustments. This amount shall be paid to the Authority upon close of escrow on the sale of the Premises, or upon execution of a contract of sale, whichever shall first occur. Owner shall not receive any proceeds from the sale unless and until the Authority has been paid in full the amount determined pursuant to this paragraph. 18, T imitc;: on T bhility. In no event shall the Authority become liable or obligated in any manner to Owner by reason of the assignment of the Option. nor shall the Authority be in any way liable or obligated to Owner for any failure of the Authority's assignee to consummate a purchase of the Premises or to comply with the terms of this Option. or any escrow instructions or agreement for the purchase of the Premises. 19, JnC;:lIr~n('p Prorppnc;: ~nrl ronrlp.mn~tinn A w~rrt. In the event the Premises are destroyed and insurance proceeds are distributed to Owner instead of being used to rebuild the premises. or in the event of condemnation, if the proceeds thereof are distributed to Owner. any such proceeds shall first be used to satisfy any existing encumbrance senior to the rights of the Authority under this Agreement, and any surplus of proceeds remaining after payment of the encumbrances of the premises shall be distributed as follows: that portion of the surplus up to, but not to exceed the net amount that Owner would have received pursuant to paragraph 9 had the Authority exercised its Option on the date of the destruction or condemnation valuation date shall be distributed to Owner, and the balance of such surplus, if any. shall be distributed to the Authority. 20. Fffpctivp Oatp. The obligations of the Authority contained in this Agreement shall be effective when the Agreement is filed for record in the Office of the Recorder of the County of Marin, the date of which is referred to in this Agreement as the "Recording Date." 21, Tprm of Option, The restrictions contained herein shall continue for a period of fifty-five (55) years from the Recording Date. - 8 - Chandler's Gate ResJle Restriction Agreement Rev. 10/12100 22. Noticp",. Except as otherwise specified in this Agreement, all notices required to be sent pursuant to this Agreement shall be made by personal delivery or by deposit in the United States mail, first class postage prepaid, and shall be deemed to have been delivered and received on the date of personal delivery or five (5) days after deposit in the mail, if sent to the following addresses: AUTHORITY: Housing Authority of the County of Marin Attention: Executive Director and BMR Program 4020 Civic Center Drive San Rafael, California 94903-4173 OWNER: At the address of the Premises The addresses above may be changed by notice given pursuant to this section. 23, A.ttnrnpy'" Fpp.~. If either party is required to initiate legal proceedings to enforce its rights under this Agreement. the prevailing party in such action shall be entitled to an award of reasonable attorneys' fees and costs in addition to any other recovery under this Agreement. 24, Spprifi(" Pprfonnnn("p, Owner acknowledges that any breach in Owner's performance of Owner's obligations under this Agreement or in the transfer of the Premises to the Authority shall cause irreparable harm to the Authority. Owner agrees that the Authority is entitled to equitable relief in the form of specific performance upon its exercise of the Option, and that an award of damages shall not be adequate to compensate the Authority for Owner's failure to perform according to the terms of this Agreement. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the undersigned have caused this Agreement to be executed as of the day of OWNER(S): THE AUTHORITY: By JANET MILLER SCHODER Executive Director - 9- Chandler's Gate Resale Restriction Agreement Rev. 10112100 CERTllnCATEOFACCEPTANCE (Pursuant to Government Code 927281) This is to certify that the interest in real property conveyed by the Resale Restriction Agreement and Option to Purchase dated from to the Housing Authority of the County of Marin, a political corporation and/or governmental agency, is hereby accepted by the undersigned officer or agent on behalf of the Housing Authority of the County of Marin pursuant to authority conferred by . resolution #10-81, dated 5119/81; and the grantee consents to recordation thereof by its duly authorized officer. Dated: By: JANET Mll...LER SCHODER Executive Director Housing Authority of the County of Marin - 10- Chandler's Gate Resale Restriction Agreement Rev. 10012JOO F.XHTRT'T A Legal Description ATTENTION: TITLE COMPANY--- INSERT LEGAL DESCRIPTION HERE PRIOR TO RECORDATION RXHTRTT R VfA rFRTfFfFn MA rr _ RFTrrRN RFrFfPT RF.Q,rrF<:TFn To: Housing Authority of the County of Marin Attention: BMR Program 4020 Civic Center Drive San Rafael, California 94903-4173 Date: Re: Notirp of Tntpnt to Tr::lnc;;fpT The undersigned Owner(s), hisfher intent to transfer the property located at Owner may be contacted at the Premises or at the following address: - , hereby gives notice of (the "Premises"). Owner's daytime telephone number is (---.-l The proposed transfer of the Premises is to the following person(s): Name: Address: Telephone: (-) The proposed transfer is: (check one) o Sale o Lease o Encumbrance o Other Specify: OWNER: Signature F,XHTRTT C. Date: To: Owner or Transferee Address re: Notirp of "F.yprrlsP The Housing Authority of the County of Marin ("Authority") hereby gives notice that it is exercising its option to purchase the real property located at . The option has been granted to the Authority pursuant to the Resale Restriction Agreement and Option to Purchase between Owner and the Authority dated and recorded [The Authority has assigned its option to purchase the real property to .J An escrow for the purchase will be opened with First American Title Company of Marin. The Housing Authority of the County of Marin By: Its Authorized Representative '- EXlDBITD ViNJ'3 Owned: yeatS MARtN HOUSING ---....- BELOW MARKET RATE HOMEOWNERSHIP PROGRAM BUR RESALE PRICE WORKSHEET Date: Owner. 4020 Civic CelllU Drive San Raf..1. CA 94903"',73 Address: Eze..'"UDye Din:ctor lanet Miller Sc:hcder Ocpuly ou.cuw Michael D. Kelleher Puteha:se Price: Date of Purchase: Present Median: Original Median: Rate of fncreass: InC11lase in Price: x = Met/Iod #1 Resale Price: = -. METHOD #2; CALC E IN CONSUMER PRICE INDEX - Present CPt: E<<ectiv. Date: Original CPI: Erredive Oate: Rate af InetNse: per annum x x = THE ABOVE. THE BASE RESALE PRICE AS OF THIS DATE, .IS: By: Housing Authority of the Count)' o( Marin 4IS/~91-2S2S (FAX) ~ll/472-2186 (TOOl \-110O-735-= EXHIBIT E Order No. Escrow No- Loan No. WHEN RECORDED MAIL TO: Sl'ACaA8OYC THIS 1,lNI 'OiJI ItECOIIDIWS USE ONt..., Request For Notice Under Section 2924b Civil Code In accordance with Section 2924b. Civil Code. request is hereby made that a copy of any Notice of Default and a copy of any Notice of Sale under the Deed of Trust recorded as instrument No. on 19_, in 600k .Pago ,Official Records of County, California. and describing land therein as executed by . as Trustor, in which is named as Beneficiary. and . as Trustee. be mailed to at N__SIIMt CI.,.,.SIa.. N aTI C E: A COPY OF ANY NOTICE OF DEFAULT AND OF ANY NOTICE OF SALE WILL BE SENT ONL YTO THE ADDRESS CONTAINED IN THIS RECORDED REQUEST. IF YOUR ADDRESS CHANGES. A NEW REQUEST MUST BE RECORDED. I STATE OF CALIFORNIA ... couNTY OF I On belON me. 1M unders'aMd,. " Notary PubliC In anCIlOt said Sta,t.. IMraonally a.,pured I)ersonaUy ktIown 10 me (or ~ed to me on the-o.sis at salisfKtotY evidence, to be the P4tson(SI ....ho.. nametst \ale'e subtcribed to III. within inattl.lmenl and adln~ 10 me tMt "wsh.,trt.,. ..eculed trl. ame. WlTNESS my !\and and oIIicial...L 5iOnatur. m-._I_oMc*~-' ~ 168 (Rev. lIST} - Chandler's Gate Affordable Housing Cost Analysis October 11, 2000 MsII1!J1a Al1IJJW e Loan 70,000 16000 54,000 23% 8.250% 120 120 1,440 Pro pertv Taxes & Assessments Basic or.;r;ertVtax @ 1.0% of valuation 700 CiiVBonds Assessment 5 Tiburon Fire Assessment 45 Tiburon--Sanitarv Assessment 300 Reed School Assessment 136 Tam Union HJnh School District Assmt 138 Tiburon--Librarv CFD Assessment 65 MMWD--Fireflow Assessment 75 Old St. Hila"'--Onen Soace Assmt 98 Total annualorooertv taxes & assessments 1,562 130 1,562 Allowance for utilities Garbane collection 0 Sewer 25 Water 25 Electrici'" 40 Gas 40 Total monthlV allowance for utilities 130 130 1,560 Fire & casualty insurance for replacement value 67 800 Allowance for prop~rty maintenance & repairs 21 250 Homeowner Association fees 375 4,500 Total Housing Costs 843 110,1121 Affordable Housing Cost at 3 . .....,.,.. '.. ""~",~c:_";,,",".,';_~;":;:t:.:t~-;.. ",'-i-~':f.i:i;:;';,'- EX-BIBIT NO. ..3 He HOUSING COUNCIL DRAFT 2169 East Francisco Blvd., Suite B ~ San Rafael, CA 9490 I Telephone: (415) 258-1800 ~ Fax: (415) 453-4927 Preferences in Affordable Housing Marin Housing Council September 27,2000 The intent of this policy is to assist jurisdictions and developers in crafting preferences for affordable housing that serve the legitimate goals of preferences while steering clear of unlawful discrimination and other legal issues. The legitimate goals of preferences in affordable housing are to promote sustainable planning, community acceptance of affordable housing development, and a balance between jobs and housing. To promote these goals lawfully, preferences must not discriminate arbitrarily and may not limit the availability of housing to protected classes based on race, national origin, disability, gender, age, familial status, religion or sexual orientation. Discrimination against protected classes is illegal not only when the preference,. on its face, discriminates, but when the preference has a disproportionate effect (a "disparate impact") on any of the protected classes. In addition, housing preferences must be targeted to meet the housing needs identified in the jurisdiction's Housing Element. The broader the preference, the less likely it is to run afoul of fair housing laws. Therefore, we propose a preference for those who live or work in Marin County. Such a policy promotes county-wide cooperation in meeting the County's critical shortage of affordable housing and does not discriminate against those who, due to age or disability, cannot work, as would a preference limited to those who work in Marin County. If a narrower preference is desired, the best wording would be a preference for those who live or work within a .....mile radius of the site of the housing. In order to comport with the fair housing laws, the radius must be large enough to include both employment and residential centers with racial, ethnic and economic diversity equivalent to that of the County as a whole. If public funding finances housing for a particular group of people (such as HUD 202 funding for housing for elderly persons), it is possible to restrict occupancy to that particular group. However, if public funding or public requirements produces housing open to the public at large based on income (such as inclusionary zoning), preferences for specified employment groups are likely to violate fair housing laws. Marin Housing Council, Leelee Shapiro and Betty Pagett, co-chairs. Legal Aid of Marin, Richard Marcantonio Fair Housing of Marin, Nancy Kenyon EXHIBIT NO. + EAH a HomeBuver Assistance Center/Marin a Homeward Bound of iv1arin Marin City Community Development Co'rp. a Marin Community Development Agency 0. Marin Community Foundation Marin Fair Housing. a Marin Housing Authority Cl Mercy/Charities Housing a Northbay Ecumenical Homes TOWN COUNCIL MINUTES I~:# / (A) D/(4J:r CALL TO ORDER Mayor Gram called t ~ oft e Tiburon Town Council to order at 7:40 PM, on Wednesda , September 6,2000, in e Town Council Chambers, 1505 Tiburon Blvd., Tiburon, Ca 'fornia. A. ROLL CALL PRESENT COUNCILMEMBERS: Bach, Gram, Hennessy, Matthews, Thompson PRESENT EX-OFFICIO: Town Manager Kleinert, Interim Town Attorney Sharp, Planning Director Anderson Senior Planner Watrous, Associate Planner Theriault, Finance Director Stranzl, Acting Chief of Police Aiello, Minute Clerk McVeigh B. ANNOUNCEMENT OF CLOSED SESSION ACTION Mayor Gram stated no action was taken in closed session. C. PUBLIC OUESTIONS AND COMMENTS None. D. COUNCIL. COMMISSION & COMMITTEE REPORTS 1) AIRCRAFT OVERFLIGHT & AIRSPACE ISSUES STRATEGIC WORK PROGRAM (Councilmember Matthews) Councilmember Matthews reported that with the proposed expansion of SFO, flights over Marin County would increase by 50% in the next twenty years. In response to increase concerns over aircraft noise, the County of Marin has developed an Aircraft Overflight and Airspace Issues Strategic Work Program. He noted the program includes the recommendation that the FAA reconfigure airspace and designate flight paths, make increased use of flight paths over the Pacific Ocean and not adopt aircraft procedures that will increase noise over Marin County. He urged the public to read the report. 2) BELVEDERE DRAINAGE DIVERSION PROJECT (Mayor Gram) Town CouncillvIinutes #1199 September 6. 2000 Page 1 Mayor Gram reported that a committee of Belvedere and Tiburon officials and staff has developed a plan for the landscape that has been removed along the multi-use path. The Town Council will meet next Wednesday to consider the plan, maintenance and funding. E. CONSENT CALENDAR Mayor Gram requested that Items 5, 7 and 15.b. be removed from the Consent Calendar. Councilmember Hennessy requested item 19 be added to the Consent Calendar. MOTION: to approve the Consent Calendar consisting of: 3) TOWN COUNCIL MINUTES - No. 1197 - August 16,2000 (Adopt) 4) TOWN MONTHLY INVESTMENT SUMMARY - As ofJuly 31,2000 (Accept) 6) 37 REED RANCH ROAD - Conditional Grant of Appeal of Design Review Board Decision to Deny Site Plan and Architectural Review for construction of an addition to an existing single-family dwelling with a Variance for reduced front yard setback - (AP No 34-301-03) - Ann Solomon, Applicant/Appellant (Resolution) 8) RECYCLING GRANT FUND REQUEST - Authorize Town's Recycling Coordinator to Apply for Grant Funds for Recycling and/or Litter Reduction Activities from Dept. of Conservation Division of Recycling (Resolution) 9) SUDDEN OAK DEATH RECOVERY EFFORTS - Support Board of Supervisors' Declaration of Local Emergency & Request for State Assistance (Resolution) 10) SUPPLEMENT AL LAW ENFORCEMENT FUNDS ("COPS") - Proposed utilization for FY 2000-01 (Resolution) II) TRANSIENT OCCUPANCY TAX - Allocation of Proceeds (Resolution) 12) POINT TIBURON (RAILROAD) MARSH MAINTENANCE PROGRAM- Proposal from Wetlands Research Associates, Inc. to Update Marsh Management Plan (Budget Amendment) 13) REED RANCH ROAD/JEFFERSON DRIVE W ALKW A Y - Emergency Drainage Repair (Budget Amendment) 14) DEDICATION OF PUBLIC STREET - Designation of Unnamed Roadway behind Tiburon Police Station as Public Street (Resolution) 15A) TOWN MANAGER RETIREMENT - (Commendation for 30 Years of Service (Resolution) 19. CORTE MADERA HOUSING ELEMENT UPDATE - (Letter from Environmental Consultant Greg Zitney, dated August 14,2000) Moved: Vote: Thompson, Seconded by Bach AYES: Unanimous (Council member Hennessy Abstained on Item 12) 7. ROONEY'S CAFE - Proclamation in honor of John Rooney & David Hinman's 30th Anniversary of business in Downtown Tiburon (Adopt) Town Council iv1inutes #1199 September 6, 2000 Page 2 ,;,; Mayor Gram reported that Council and Staff felt it was appropriate to adopt a proclamation honoring John Rooney and Dave Hinman upon their 30th anniversary of business in downtown Tiburon. Mayor Gram then presented the Proclamation to John Rooney. MOTION Moved: Vote: to move to Public Hearings portion of Agenda Hennessy, Seconded by Bach AYES: Unanimous 20) 36 SOUTHRIDGE WEST - Request by Town Council for Modification to as- built deck - (Lalita Waterman, Applicant/Appellant) - AP #34-311-11 (Continuance of June 7 and July 19, 2000 Appeal Hearing of Design Review Board Decision to Town Council) Council member Thompson recused himself from this item. Associate Planner Theriault reported this is the Council's third review of an application reviewed by the Design Review Board for legalization of as-built modifications to previously approved plans and a variance for excess lot coverage. At the June 7th meeting Council directed the applicant to erect storypoles and ribbons for the purpose of indicating a redesign option which would eliminate the most prominent portion of the deck in lieu of denying the entire area of the deck over three feet from grade. At the July 19th meeting Council concluded the applicant had failed to show the full reduction directed by the Council. Council directed the applicant to revise the plans to include accurate data for lot coverage and a redesign for a reduced deck that would consist of the removal of a 45-degree an~le of the deck from post to post. The applicant has complied with the Council's July 19' request and field investigation reveals a lot coverage of 21.3% in lieu of 15% allowed in the RO-2 zone). Mayor Gram opened the public hearing. Being no response, Mayor Gram closed the public hearing. Moved: Vote: the application be approved as submitted this evening and staff is directed to bring a resolution back memorializing this action Bach, Seconded by Matthews AYES: Hennessy, Bach, Matthews, Gram ABSTAIN: Thompson MOTION 20. 210 & 220 GILMARTIN DRIVE - Request for Approval of Vista Golden Gate Estates Precise Development Plan & Mitigated Negative Declaration (Alexander & Yami Anolik, Applicant) AP#39-17l-05 (Continued from August 2, 2000) Senior Planner Watrous reviewed the proposed precise development plan to subdivide a 4.66 acre parcel into two lots, with a lot line adjustment to merge a portion ofland to an existing adjacent lot under the same ownership. The property is located at the end of Gilmartin Drive and receives access from Gilmartin Drive. In 1981 Leonard Cahn Town Council A4inutes #1199 September 6. 2000 Page 3 received a Master Plan, Precise Plan and Tentative Map for 3 homes for this property, but those approvals expired. The property was sold in the early 1990' s to Mr. and Mrs. Anolik, adjacent property owners at 280 Round Hill Road. In 1996 The Anolik's sold the property to the Equinox Group. Equinox Group submitted an application for two single- family homes on individual lots know as the Tres Arboles Precise Development Plan. The Planning Commission reviewed the application and recommended approval of the Town Council. At the Council's hearing Mr. Anolik reported that he had foreclosed on the property. This application was deemed to be withdrawn on February 26, 1999. Watrous reported the present Precise Development Plan would provide for the development of two single-family dwellings on separate lots on the site. Lot I, on the upper end would have an area of 1.64 acres, and Lot 2 would have an area of2.36 acres. The remaining 0.66-acre portion of the property is proposed for merge with the lot at 280 Round Hill Road. The Planning Commission first reviewed the application on April 12, 2000. Much of the discussions focused on the request to develop the lower 0 66-acre portion of the site. The applicant was requested to establish specific developable envelopes for the lower portion of the site and to come up with a revised plan that would represent a tradeoff between the development of the lower portion and concurrent reductions in the size of the areas to be disturbed on the proposed Lots 1 and 2. On May 24, 2000 the Commission reviewed revised drawings and recommended that the developable portion of the lower area reduced from the 75% proposed by the applicant to 50% of its area. Disturbance of the remaining 50% would be prohibited through imposing an open space easement and prohibiting fencing or other disturbance outside the envelope areas. The Commission felt the specific envelope notes and height restrictions from the previous Precise Development Plan should be restored to the current proposal The Commission felt the proposed cabana should be reduced from 1,300 sq.ft. to 700 sq.ft. and limited to 15' in height. House size limitations of6,000 sq.ft., plus up to 750 sq.ft. of garage should be imposed for proposed Lots 1 and 2 as a tradeoff for the newly proposed development of the .66 acres The application was continued to June 14. At the June 14th hearing the applicant proposed a floor area of 7,500 sq.ft. for the two homes and aI, 100 sq.ft. cabana. The Commission did not feel the applicant responded to their concerns and adopted Resolution 2000-10 which ratified the consensus from the previous meeting and recommended approval of the Vista Golden Gate Estates Precise Development Plan to the Town Council The only significant change was an extension of the building envelope for Lot 1 20' downhill In response to Council member Hennessy, Watrous indicated there were no recommended restrictions on the size of homes for the Tres Arboles development. In response to Councilmember Matthews, Watrous indicated Anolik's proposed 7,500 sq.ft. homes would also allow 750 sq.ft. of garage space. Town Council Minutes # 1199 September 6, 2000 Page 4 Planning Director Anderson indicated the Planning Commission felt 6,000 sq.ft. homes are appropriate, as they would be a transition from much smaller homes to the south and east. He noted there is a table in the packet showing house sizes in the vicinity. The Commission felt that a 1,000 sq.ft. cabana was too large and would create the appearance of a second unit on the property. Regarding fencing, the Commission was concerned that once the .66 acres were fenced, what native grasslands and serpentine would be lost and the area would lose the appearance of open space. The Commission did not feel it was appropriate to transfer the FAR development potential of the .66 acres to the Anolik's adjacent property at 280 Round Hill Road. Anderson stated the modifications by the Planning Commission to the plan helps restore the balance that was achieved in the Tres Arobles plan and he recommends the Council approve the Planning Commission's recommendation and adopt the draft resolution. Mayor Gram questioned the existing FAR for 280 Round Hill Road. Senior Planner Watrous stated the lot is 39,050 sq.ft. which allows a maximum floor area of 5,905 sq.ft. The current floor area on the lot is 4,750 sq.ft. Michael Heckmann, architect for the applicant, addressed the main concerns of the Planning Commission. In regard to fencing, the applicant is concerned with how the property is located, and in particular with the location of the pool, and with regard to security of the residence He feels the property is more like the Round Hill Road parcels in character and size and because of this, feels fencing around the entire .66 acre parcel is appropriate. With regard to the pool and cabana site development he suggests that the appropriate size of the envelopes would be 20,075 sq.ft. which maintains 8,675 sq.ft. as undeveloped or open space. He is proposing that the cabana floor area be 1,000 sq.ft. and that his clients are disappointed to reduce the size of the 1,300 sq.ft. cabana originally proposed. With a 1,000 sq.ft. cabana, he is proposing reducing the floor area for the upper parcels by the same amount and that is how he came up with 7,500 sq.ft. for parcels I and 2. As far as FAR, he reported if you took the. 66 acre and the cabana the resulting FAR is only 3.5% and if you took the resultant area of280 Round Hill Road including the .66 acre portion, the resulting FARis 7.4%. He noted the table he provided gives a listing of all the FARs in the area, which average 166% With regard to the FARs for the upper two parcels, the FAR at 7,500 sq.ft. would be 10.7% for lot 1 and 7.2% for lot 2, which is much lower than other parcels in the area. He stated there are no issues regarding geological, size and shape oflot or privacy and view concerns that would warrant a reduced FAR for these lots. In response to Council member Matthews, Mr. Heckmann responded that the cabana would not have any living space. Vice-Mayor Thompson summarized that the applicant is looking for 7,500 sq.ft. homes plus garages for lots 1 and 2, a 1,000 sq.ft. cabana and a fence along the property line of the .66 acre portion. Mr. Heckman indicated he would be willing to adjust the fence back, ifit is within the proposed envelopes. In response to Vice-Mayor Thompson, Planning Director Anderson stated the Planning Commission felt the entire area of the recreational easement should not be counted towards the FAR of 280 Round Hill Road Town Councli Minutes # I 199 September 6, 2000 Page 5 Mayor Gram opened the public hearing. Robert Greber, 11 Mt. Tiburon Road, stated he is in close proximity to the entire development, but is closest to the .66 acre portion. He expressed his concern with the noise that would come from the proposed pool and cabana facility. He supports the Planning Commission's recommendations to the Council. Hannah Sweet, 81 Mt. Tiburon Road, requested the Council support the Planning Commission's recommendations without any changes. Maren Mahabir, 238 Round Hill Road, also supports the Planning Commission's recommendations as she felt it was a fair solution to everyone's concerns. Chris Conner spoke on behalf of Chara Schreyer, 83 Mt. Tiburon Road, who also requests the Council to support the Planning Commission's recommendations Gary Spratling, 285 Round Hill Road, stated he is not claiming an impact from this development, nor is he appearing as Mr. Anolik's counsel, but rather as an interested neighbor. He stated the zoning ordinance allows 8,000 sq.ft. FAR for this development, Mr. Anolik is asking for 7,500 sq.ft. and the Commission is recommending 6,000 sqft. He feels the Commission's recommended 6,000 sq.ft. FAR for lots 1 and 2 is a severe restriction for this property, noting that the 7,500 sq.ft. FAR would be approximately 50% below that of the surrounding area. He is mystified about how much time has been spent on a 700 sq.ft. cabana versus and 1,000 sq.ft. and does not feel 1,000 sq.ft. would have an adverse effect or reduce the enjoyment of the surrounding neighbors. With regard to the FAR transfer to 280 Round Hill Road, he felt the Planning Commission was incorrect in recommending a limitation on the FAR transfer. Len Yaffe, 10 Gilmartin Court, expressed his concern with the height limitation in the primary landscape envelope on the .66 acre portion, and recommended the 25' tree height limitation be reduced to 20'. He fully supports the Planning Commission's recommendation. In response to Mayor Gram, Mr. Anolik stated he has not taken issue with the tree height limitation imposed by the Commission. Russell Pratt, 95 Mt. Tiburon Rd., questioned ifthe .66 acre transfer to 280 Round Hill Road would allow Mr. Anolik to split the newly created lot Planning Director Anderson stated the lot could not be split and this issue is addressed in condition #10 of the Planning Commission's resolution which read "The recreational easement area portion of the property, proposed to be merged with the adjacent lot at 280 Round Hill Road, is approved only for accessory uses and accessory structures normally associated with a single-family dwelling, and shall not be used for further subdivision, for the development of a separate dwelling unit, or for a secondary dwelling unit" In respect to noise, Mr. Pratt was concerned with a comment by Mr. Anolik that there maybe overnight guests in the cabana. Town Council AJinutes #1199 September 6, 2000 Page 6 Kirk Hanson, Spanish Trail Road, spoke in favor of the applicant's proposal. He stated the proposed density for these lots are very low, and takes issue with them being considered transitional lots. He feels the applicant's proposal is very reasonable as Mr. Anolik could start the process over and request three buildable lots. Planning Commissioner Miles Berger spoke on the deliberations that took place at the Commission level. He noted the original Tres Arboles application was for two 7,000 sq. ft. homes on the upper lots and no mention was made of the .66 acre recreational area. When the revised plans came in for the .66 acre parcel to be developed, the Commission felt it was appropriate to reduce the size of the homes on the upper parcels. The Commission also felt 6,000 sq.ft. homes were more in keeping with the surrounding area. In response to Mayor Gram, Berger indicated that he represented the application for a 13,000 sq.ft. and a 9,000 sq.ft. home in the vicinity. Planning Director Anderson noted the Planning Commission's logic behind now allowing the .66 acre recreational area's FAR to be transferred to the property at 280 Round Hill Road, was not to allow over-development of the property out of character of the area. Being no further comment, Mayor Gram closed the public hearing. Al Anolik, applicant, reiterated that he did not submit the Tres Arboles plan, but rather it was submitted by someone to whom he had sold the property. He does not feel his proposal is over ambitious. He spoke to the noise impact issue of the pool and proposed cabana. He noted he already has a pool on his property and it has never been a noise issue The proposal is not taking any water views and the only neighbors that could see the cabana are the Grebers. In regard to fencing, he noted no one could see the fencing from the trail. It is needed for security purposes and it is proposed to be a wrought iron fence. He does not understand the rationale in not allowing the full FAR transfer to his property for the .66 acre portion that will be added to 280 Round Hill Road. He stated he does not intend to sell off or split the property, and it is simply a lot line adjustment. Vice-Mayor Thompson is surprised that the neighbors are more concerned over the cabana, when the two homes above will have a larger impact. He feels since the two upper lots have a reduced FAR, Mr. Anolik should be allowed up toa 1,300 sq.ft. cabana. He does not like fences and agrees with the Commission's recommendation. He feels that 50% of the .66 acre portion FAR should be transferred to 280 Round Hill Road. Councilmember Matthews supports the Commission's recommendation regarding the FAR for the two upper lots and fencing. He is open to allowing some FAR transfer for the .66 acre portion. Council member Hennessy feels that the Town has a zoning ordinance that would allow up to 8,000 sq.ft. homes on the two proposed lot and the applicant should be allowed 7,500 sqft She feels the applicant should be allowed a 1,000 sq.ft. cabana as he could have proposed an additional home on a third lot. She agrees with the Planning Commission on the fencing issue. Town Council Minutes #1199 September 6, 2000 Page 7 Council member Bach stated he is not concerned over the size of the cabana. He agrees with the Commission on fencing. Mayor Gram noted the general plan set the maximum size a home could be on a particular lot, but it is not a guarantee. He noted these homes will be 7,500 sq. ft. and would have massive rooflines and agrees the homes should be no larger than 6,000 sq.ft. He does not have a problem with the cabana being 1,000 sq.ft. He agrees with the Commission on the fencing. He does not have a problem with the FAR transfer for the .66 acre portion. MOTION: Moved: Vote: to adopt the resolution approving the Golden Gate Vista Estates Precise Development Plan deleting condition 12 and increase the cabana size to 1,000 sq.ft. Thompson, Seconded by Hennessy AYES: Unanimous Mayor Gram called for a break at 10: 10 PM and reconvened the Council at 10:20 PM. 21. 14 PLACE MOULIN - Appeal of Design Review Board Decision approving Application for Construction ofa new Single-Family Dwelling (Two Star, Applicant; Michael Rex Associates, Appellant) AP# 58-351-24 Senior Planner Watrous pointed out some corrections to the Staff report. He noted the first two paragraphs under "Project Description" should be deleted. On page 4, Ground #3, the second sentence should read "... ..yet notes that the frontage for this lot is much narrower wider than that adj acent lot. . . " Watrous noted the concerns regarding the proposed home at 14 Place Moulin centers on privacy impacts and bulk of the home that would face certain portions of the home at 16 Place Moulin The Design Review Board felt that with additional landscaping the privacy issue would be mitigated to some extent. Staff concludes that the DRB appropriately applied the Hillside Design Guidelines to the project. Staff recommends that Council indicate its intent to deny the appeal and direct Staff to return with a Resolution that th~t effect. Terry Irwin, representing the appellant Mr. Taromi of 16 Place Moulin, stated the appeal is based upon the lack of a fair and proper review, the design not being in harmony with the neighborhood, and because other options for the design were never explored. He is concerned with the proposed garage being within 6.5' of the property line. The west side of the garage is 29.5' long and 22' high, presenting a massive blank wall directly facing Mr Taromi's front entryway. Mr Taromi's front door will be 12' below the garage floor level and 20' below its roofline. He feels the proposed home's design was prepared out of context, where priority was given to the needs of the client at the expense of the neighbors. He feels a more harmonious design would respect and respond to Mr. Taromi's entryway by stepping back and pulling the garage away from the southwest Town Council/l,Iinutes # 1 J 99 September 6, 2000 Page 8 corner of the parcel. He expressed concern that Mr. Taromi's privacy will be compromised by the proximity and number of windows proposed along the west side of the proposed home. The proposed lower bedroom is positioned across from Mr. Taromi's Foyer and portions of his living room and lower master bedroom. The lower level of the proposed home is just 4" above the upper level of Mr. Taromi's home, so occupants of the home will look directly down into Mr. Taromi's living room and master bedroom. He noted there are seven windows directly facing Mr. Taromi's home. He also expressed concern with lights shining into Mr. Taromi's home from the proposed home. Michael Heckman, representing the owner of 14 Place Moulin, stated the design guidelines want to achieve minimizing the massing from the view of down slope neighbors. He said no one will even see the house as it is being seen this evening, the closest neighbors down from the house are off Paradise Drive. He stated he has done what the DRB requested in regard to landscape screening between the two homes The DRB also felt having windows between adjacent houses is not considered to be a critical negative aspect to development. He stated he should be able to have light and air in the rooms facing 16 Place Moulin. He noted the neighbor at 12 Place Moulin, Mr. Orvis, has provided a statement supporting the proposal as it exists. Lars Ulrich, 11 Place Moulin, had some issues with the proposal, but now supports the project as proposed. He stated he has work extensively with all the neighbors to limit the impacts of this home on the area. Mayor Gram opened the public hearing. Mr Al Dovbish, Paradise Drive, stated he is a friend of Mr. Taromi. He stated one problem with the plan is a flat lot house being built next to a flat lot home on a hillside lot. He feels the home should be stepped down He feels Mr. Taromi is not going to benefit from a home with seven windows with lights facing his home. He requested the Council to carefully review the windows of the house and landscaping plans to insure the privacy of the neighbors' homes are protected. Mr. Cliff Aim, 18 Place Moulin, expressed his concerns over the impacts of the windows on Mr. Taromi's property and with noise impacts on the surround neighborhood. Being no further comments, Mayor Gram closed the public hearing. Mr. Irwin requested the Council consider reducing the number of windows on the proposed home and soften the critical massing of the home. In respond to Councilmember Hennessy, Watrous indicated Mr. Taromi's home is set back 5' from the property line ofthe proposed home. The distance between the two buildings is II' at the closest corner. Town Council Minutes #1199 September 6, 2000 Page 9 Councilmember Hennessy stated she would like to see a reduction in the number of windows facing 16 Place Moulin and perhaps moving the garage to the other side to reduce the bulk. Council member Bach stated he felt there was a privacy issue and the number of windrows should be reduced. He has not problem with moving the garage. Councilmember Thompson stated the most of the bulk of the proposed home faces Mr. Taromi's home. He would like to see more of the bulk placed on the other side. He feels the home is big and bulky and does not think stepping the home down the hillside would help. He is in favor of granting the appeal and remanding the matter back to the Design Review Board with some specific recommendations. Council member Matthews feels the landscaping will eventually help with the privacy issue, but does feel the number of windows could be reduced. Mayor Gram suggested getting rid of the lower windows and keeping the higher ones. He would recommend removing the windows in the proposed garage. MOTION Moved: Vote: direct Staff to prepare a Resolution partially upholding the appeal but directing the garage and lower floor windows on the west side of the house be removed Hennessy, seconded by Bach A YES: Hennessy, Bach, Matthews, Gram NOES: Thompson 5. DOWNTOWN DESIGN GUIDELINES - Service Agreement with James McLane and Associated - (Approve Agreement and Authorize Budget Amendment) Planning Director Anderson reported that the Consultants have received the previous report from Glen David Matthews. He does not want the consultants to reinvent the wheel. MOTION: Moved: Vote: authorize a budget amendment of$IO,OOO for the downtown design guidelines and approve the service agreement with James McLane & Associates. Thompson Seconded by Hennessy AYES: Unanimous 18) 2-98 Ned's Way (Chandler's Gate Senior Housing Project) - Grant of five-foot Drainage Easement; AP No. 58-151-27 - (Resolution) Council waived an oral Staff report. September 6, 2000 Town Council ,Hinutes #1199 Page 10 Mayor Gram stated he wants the Resolution to bind any assigned successors and that the easement runs with the land. MOTION Moved: Vote: to approve the Ned's Way grant ofS' easement with revisions Thompson, seconded by Matthews AYES: Unanimous 17. FY 2001 FUND TRANSFERS - (Staff Recommendations for General Fund Reserve Reallocations & Transfers) Councilmember Matthews questions the transfer of$300,000 to the Employer Assisted Housing Fund. He feels the program will require significant funding. Manager Kleinert stated the guidelines need to be developed and no funds will be drawn until so. He recommends meeting with the Finance and Administration Committee to develop policies and procedures for use of these funds. 16. SUBCOMMITTEE TO STUDY l\.1ERA (Marin Emergency Radio Authority) ALTERNATE ANTENNA SITES IN TIBURON Council agreed to have Mayor Gram and Councilmember Thompson serve on the subcommittee IS.b. TOWN MANAGER RETlREl\.1ENT - Approve Retirement Bonus (Resolution) Council amended the resolution so that Retiring Manager Kleinert receives a $30,000 Bonus in which he will be issued a 1099. MOTION Moved Vote to approve the resolution as amended Hennessy, Seconded by Thompson AYES: Unanimous J. ADJOURNMENT Being no further business of the Town Council of the Town of Tiburon, Mayor Gram adjourned the meeting to Wednesday, September 14, 2000 at 6:00 PM in the Town Council Chambers. TOM GRAM, MAYOR Town Council.VJinutes # 1199 September 6. 2000 Page 11 ATTEST: DIANE CRANE IACOPI, TOWN CLERK Town Councli Minutes #1199 September 6, 2000 Page 12 TOWN COUNCIL MINUTES r~# 1(6) DRAFT CALL TO ORDER Mayor Gram call e regular m.ee' g of the Tiburon Town Council to order at 7:38 p.m. on Wednesday, ctober 4,2000, in own Council Chambers, 1505 Tiburon Boulevard, Tiburon, California. A. ROLL CALL PRESENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: Bach, Hennessy, Matthews, Thompson Gram PRESENT: EX OFFICIO: Town Manager McIntyre, Town Attorney Danforth, Planning Director Anderson, Senior Planner Watrous, Finance Director Stranzl, Superintendent of Public Works Iacopi, Acting Chief of Police Aiello, Town Clerk Crane Iacopi B. ANNOUNCEMENT OF CLOSED SESSION ACTION Gr any) Vice Mayor Thompson said the Council took advisement from the Town Attorney on potential litigation but no action was taken in closed session. C. None. PUBLIC OUESTIONS AND COMMENTS D. INTRODUCTION & SWEARING IN OF NEW TOWN EMPLOYEES . Town Manager - (Alex McIntyre) . Tiburon Police Department - (Officers Mike Baird & Jarnie Waterman; Community Service Officer Cece Hernandez) · Tiburon Public Works Department - (Cameron Balfe) Vice Mayor Thompson introduced the new Town Manager, Alex McIntyre, who had most recently been Portola Y alley's Town Administrator. Lt. Aiello introduced the new Police Officers, Mike Baird and Jamie Waterman, both from Sonoma County, and their mends and families who were in the audience. The Town Clerk administered the oath of office to the officers. Superintendent of Public Works Iacopi introduced the newest landscaper in the Department, Cameron Balfe of San Anselmo. Lt. Aiello introduced Cece Hernandez, Parking Enforcement officer, who lives in Santa Rosa. Town Clerk Crane Iacopi administered the oath to these two employees. Town CounciUvfinutes #1201 October 4, 2000 Page 1 Vice Mayor Thompson announced a break for coffee and cake to welcome the new Town employees. E. COUNCIL. COMMISSION & COMMfITEE REPORTS None. MOTION: Moved: Vote: To move to Item No.8, New Business. Hennessy, seconded by Matthews AYES: Unanimous ABSENT: Gram I. NEW BUSINESS 8) ST: HILARY'S APPEAL OF PLANNING COMMISSION DECISION TO TOWN COUNCIL A) Schedule hearing date B) Appoint ad hoc fact-finding committee B) Vice Mayor Thompson said that Councilmember Matthews and Mayor Gram had agreed to serve as an ad hoc fact-finding committee to gather information and speak to people on both sides of the issue prior to the Appeal hearing. MOTION: Moved: Vote: To appoint Tom Gram and Harry Matthews to the ad hoc committee. Hennessy, Seconded by Bach AYES: Unanimous ABSENT: Gram Councilmember Matthews said he and Mayor Gram would contact the interested parties. June Lalwell, Rockhill Drive, asked whom the committee would speak to from "the opposition." Councilmember Matthews said they would not exclude people but would like to keep the number to 7 or 8. He said they would either call Ms. Lalwell or Carla Howard, on Hilary Drive. A) Council chose November 9,2000 at 7:00 p.m. as a hearing date, with November 14 as a back-up. Council directed Staff to call the School District and seek a location that would accommodate a larger number of people than the Council Chambers. F. CONSENT CALENDAR I) 223 DIVISO STREET - Denial of Appeal of Design Review Board Decision Denying Application for Legalization of an as-built Fence on and near Property - AP No. 059-131- 07 - (Malcolm Misuraca and Victoria Brieant, Applicants/Appellants) - (Adopt Resolution) 2) RICHARDSON BAY REGIONAL AGENCY JT: POWERS AGREEMENT - Authorize Execution of Revised Agreement) Town Council Minutes #1201 October 4, 2000 Page 2 3) BELVERON WATERSHED - DRAINAGE IMPACT FEE ADJUSTMENT - (Adopt Resolution) 4) TOWN CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE - (Biennial Notice) - (Adopt) Councilmember Hennessy asked for Item No.9, Special Event Permits, to be moved to Consent. Council concurred. MOTION: Moved: Vote: To approve Consent Calendar Item Nos. 1 through 4, and NO.9. Hennessy, Seconded by Bach AYES: Unanimous ABSENT: Gram G. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 5) GREENWOOD BEACH ROAD DRAINAGE PROJECT - (Oral Report by Town Attorney) Town Attorney Danforth said she was pleased to announce that the Greenwood Beach Homeowners had deposited $45,000 with the Town, which would be added to the $55,000 in Town funds and $10,000 from the Flood Control District for the project. Danforth also said that the homeowners had committed to funding the landscaping portion of the project, which would be accomplished through a change order to the contract. This would close the $28,000 gap left in the contract award amount. Bruce Abbott, 458 Greenwood Beach Road, thanked the Town Councils, past and present, and Town Staff for their efforts in accomplishing this result. He especially thanked former Town Manager Kleinert for his "stalwart efforts," and said that Kleinert was "a master of accomplishing the impossible." Vice Mayor Thompson also thanked Mr. Abbott and the Greenwood Beach homeowners for seeing the project through to this point. 6) ZELINKSY PARK LANDSCAPE PLAN - (Status Report) Planning Director Anderson reported that the sidewalks and grading had been completed for the park. He reviewed landscape plans prepared by Ralph Alexander, which showed trees, ground cover, an arbor and semi-circle lawn area. The plan also called for four benches and two picnic tables, although Anderson said the suggestion had been made to move them to a different location, away from the Southern Marin Sewer Agency's easement. Planning Director Anderson also said that the landscape architect's estimate of $83,000 seemed high, and noted that the Superintendent of Public Works thought the most of the work could be done in-house for half the cost. Finally, Anderson said that the plans called for removal of invasive exotics at the perimeter of the Town Council}Jinutes #1201 October 4, 2000 Poge 3 park, and that an appropriate plaque or marker would be added to honor the Zelinksy family. He recommended that Council give strong consideration to the Department of Public Works' proposal, and the suggestion to relocate the arbors. Councilmember Hennessy asked if the Flood Plain funds could be used to remove the invasives. Anderson said that portion of the project would not be a "big ticket item." Former Town Manager Kleinert said he had met with Councilmember Bach and others to review the plans. He said Bach had recommended splitting up the work into sub-projects, and had offered to work with the Department of Public Works to accomplish this. Deirdre McCrohan, The Ark newspaper reporter, commented that the current plan looked like a previous plan, which had been turned down. Planning Director Anderson said the current landscape plan was based on a park plan approved in April by the Town Council, the only difference being the current plan was a working drawing with specifications. Vice Mayor Thompson asked Ms. McCrohan if she thought people would think another plan had been approved. She replied that The Ark had published an article showing a sundial in the middle of a semi-circle. Planning Director Anderson clarified that she was thinking of yet an older plan that had been submitted by the Carducci landscape architect firm. Councilmember Bach concurred that this was the first time Council had working drawings before them with details, for approval. He also said that he, the Town Manager and the Superintendent of Public Works had each met with the Library Director on this issue of the current plans. Former Town Manager Kleinert said Staff would still need to work on the best way to secure water for the park and a cost analysis. He said the Library Agency preferred not to share its meter and the Town agreed that it would be better to have a separate source, or meter. MOTION: To accept Staff's recommended modifications to the Zelinksy Park landscape plan and to move ahead with the project. Hennessy, Seconded by Bach AYES: Unanimous ABSENT: Gram Moved: Vote: H. PUBLIC HEARING 7) 684 HILARY DRIVE - Appeal of Design Review Board approval for construction of additions to an existing single-family dwelling, granting Variance for reduced sideyard setback - AP No. 55-182-14 - Carol Weiss, Applicant; Irmgard Brunner, P.O Box 230, Tiburon, Appellant Town Council Afinutes #1201 October 4, 2000 Page 4 Senior Planner Watrous gave the Staff report, noting that the Design Review Board granted approval for construction of an addition to the existing single-family dwelling at 684 Hilary Drive, with a variance for reduced side yard setback. The construction would include demolition of an existing carport at the front of the house, which would be replaced with a new, one-car garage and utility room. A new entry would also be constructed leading to the family room, with a covered entry portico to the side of the proposed garage. Also included in the approval were new skylights above the existing living room and new portico. The proposed garage would extend to within five feet of the side property line, thereby requiring a variance for a reduced side yard setback. Irmgard Brunner, owner of nearby 681 Hilary Drive, raised concerns about potential view blockage from the proposed addition at the August 17 DRB meeting. She presented historical photographs showing a view of Richardson Bay from her house across from the subject property, which she felt would be impeded if the structure were no higher than the story poles erected from the project. Mr. Watrous said the Board members reviewed the photographs and indicated their support for the proposed project, as the ridgeline for the addition would not exceed the ridge height of the existing house. Vice Mayor Thompson asked Mr. Watrous whether the Building Department required the black ventilation pipes on the roof of 684 Hilary Drive and whether they could be removed. Mr. Watrous replied that unless the [building] permits were issued in error, the Town had no authority to cause their removal, but would be happy to cooperate with the owner if they wanted to change them. Thompson also observed that the story poles in question were about a foot lower than the garage on the adjacent lot in his estimation. Vice Mayor Thompson opened the public hearing. Irmgard Brunner, Appellant, thanked Councilmember Matthews and Vice Mayor Thompson for coming to the site and speaking with her. Mrs. Brunner distributed more photographs, which she said demonstrated that the proposed roofline was not accurately reflected by the story poles. She said her nicest view facing Sausalito would be impacted and that although she would leave the decision up to the Council, she wanted to be treated fairly. Mrs. Brunner also said she was out of town when the notices for the Design Review Board hearing were mailed out, so she had little time to prepare for that hearing. Vice Mayor Thompson asked Mrs. Brunner if she was requesting a specific design change to the project. She responded by asking if there was any construction that could be done without blocking that portion of the roofline, and stated that the Design Review Board should have moved Town Councill'vlinutes #1201 October 4, 2000 Page 5 [the roofline] one way or the other. Carol Weiss, Applicant, said the design followed the same roofline of the existing house and was very simple and insignificant. Ms. Weiss said she had been talking back and forth with her neighbors, including Mrs. Brunner, for "months and months" before undertaking the project. She also said she had hired an architect for the project who had worked on the house across the street and next door. In response to a question from Vice Mayor Thompson, Ms. Weiss acknowledged that the storypole was in fact a foot lower than the height of the garage on the adjacent property. Mrs. Brunner said she had never been informed of the project. Vice Mayor Thompson closed the public hearing. Council member Matthews said it would be helpful to have ribbons strung between story poles for a more accurate picture, especially in close neighborhoods. However, he said he felt the Design Review Board acted in good faith and he would support their decision. Matthews acknowledged a loss of view to Mrs. Brunner, but noted that it was not from a primary living area (the den). Councilmember Hennessy concurred. She said she while she was sympathetic, and noted that views were an important concern in Tiburon, the view loss was minimal. Councilmember Bach concurred, stated that he had also visited the site and stood on Mrs. Brunner's patio to look at the view. Vice Mayor Thompson said the Hilary and Hawthorne Terrace neighborhoods had particular concerns due to the shallow terracing which caused each inch of [increased] height to make a difference. But in this instance, Thompson said, the roofline was not being raised but expanded, and that the addition to the house would be an attractive addition to the neighborhood. He reiterated Councilmember Matthews' concerns that story poles should be accurate, erected early in the project, and have tape strung between them. Thompson also said that early communication between neighbors was important, as well. MOTION: Moved: Vote: To deny the Appeal and direct Staff to return with a resolution of findings. Bach, seconded by Matthews AYES: Unanimous ABSENT: Gram III Town Council Minutes #1201 October 4, 2000 Page 6 J. COMMUNICATIONS 9) SPECIAL EVENT PERMITS - A) October 7 - (Open Water Swim from Angel Island to Sam's Anchor Cafe & Shoreline Park Awards Ceremony) B) October 21 - ("For Paws" Pet Parade on Upper Main Street) Adopted on Consent. K. STAFF & TOWN MANAGER REPORTS Vice Mayor Thompson said he had spoken to the family of Sol Martin, who had agreed that his bequest could be used for improvements to the Pine Terrace path to McKegney Green. Council asked that the matter be agendized, including what paperwork needed to be done to indemnifY the Pine Terrace property owners, and to make the path ADA accessible. Council also asked what could be done to close the gap and perhaps raise the fence in the CAL/TRANS right of way. Councilmember Bach said he thought it was important for RUSD to raise the Del Mar School fence, as well, to keep children from crossing Tiburon Boulevard illegally. Councilmember Bach asked if the new path had to be ADA compliant. Outgoing Town Manager Kleinert said the existing path would remain an ADA accessible route. Superintendent of Public Works Iacopi said he thought any modifications to a public walkway had to be made ADA accessible. Town Attorney Danforth said she would research the issue. Vice Mayor Thompson said the real issue was whether a [new] path was needed at all, or whether to cut the existing fence that would let the children onto the path at an earlier junction. On another subject, Town Clerk Crane Iacopi asked for suggestions for topics for the Town Newsletter. Council mentioned Disaster Preparedness, Night Ferry Service to San Francisco, and when permits were needed for construction. L. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business before the Town Council of the Town ofTiburon, Mayor Gram adjourned the meeting at 9:22 p.m., sine die. ANDREW THOMPSON, VICE MAYOR ATTEST: DIANE CRANE IACOPI, TOWN CLERK Town Council Minutes # 120 1 October 4, 2000 Page 7 ;; ..; "" TOWN OF TIBURON TRAFFIC SAFETY COMMITTEE REpORT i .. of' T/0v ~ ~~'\> !l~,,' /", 0 "I~ _i~, /0,', .~ <; '. - ~: ;- - ...." "/",- ~ . , t\G ::! ~ OIi'~IA \ , . I~#:2 To: From: Subject: Date: The Members of the Tiburon Town Council Acting Chief Tom Aiello, Chairman, Traffic Safety Committee TRAFFIC SAFETY COMMITTEE MEETING - September 26, 2000 October 10, 2000 On September 26, 2000, a meeting of the Traffic Safety Committee was held. Below is a summary of the meeting and the Traffic Safety Committee's recommendations. In attendance were the following: . Acting Chief of Police Tom Aiello, Chairman . Irv Schwartz, Town Engineer . Scott Anderson, Planning Director . Tony Iacopi, Superintendent of Public Works Item #1- The residents of Mar West request the Traffic Safety Committee consider a "three- way stop sign" at Mar West and Las Lomas and a "No left turn" from Mar West to Paradise Drive and a "No right Turn" from Paradise Drive to Mar West. This action is requested to slow down the speeding problem and the volume oftraffic on Mar West, for the safety ofthe children and the people who live in the vicinity. The Traffic Safety Committee recommendations are: . Prohibit turns to and from Paradise Drive onto Mar West, with exceptions for emergency vehicles, Public Works and Sanitary District vehicles, as detailed and directed by the Town Engineer. . Install a crosswalk at the intersection of Mar West and Las Lomas. . Direct a letter to the Point Tiburon Homeowners Association to cut the brush at the top of the stairs. . The Town Engineer will survey Mar West between Paradise Drive and Esperanza for the addition of "slow" signs or IS mph advisory signs. The Traffic Safety Committee feels a "Stop" sign at Las Lomas & Mar West is not the solution. This recommendation will be on a 90 day trial period at that point we can re-visit. Item #2 - Request designated drop-off and pick-up locations for the children at Bel Aire School. The school has a stacking and staging problem that needs to be resolved. The Safety committee recommends that the curb be painted red on the right and left hand side of the driveway, so the buses can clear the driveway. We request that a crosswalk be painted across the bottom of the driveway, and use the driveway as the designed drop-off, and pick-up zone at certain hours. A newsletter should be send to the parents advising that the drop-off and pick-up will be at the base of the driveway. The Committee also recommends that the school come up with some ideas and a plan with alternate ways of dropping off the children, one using Claire Way and one using Leland Way, and allowing for drop offs and pick ups directly below the school driveway and partially in front of275 Karen, since it appears they have 20 feet of clearance to use. The Traffic Safety Committee also recommends that the school district hire a traffic consultant to make recommendation to the school district and the Town as to what could be done to solve this problem. UNFINISHED BUSINESS I. Joint meeting with the "Bicycle Committee" regarding the bicycle speeding problems on the Path. Prior to our meeting we will contact other cities to see how they handle the situations. 2 [OWN OF TIBURON fRAFFle SAFETY COMMITTEE REPORT 0: I~-#:2 , . 0'" Tle(,~ "~~~'\>(O, _II~~~~,,~ " . 0'9' c,'" </Jt- . ~v "'~.. ~ ORNIA. \ , . 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INC. vs. CITY OF LOS ANGELES. 2000 DAILY JOURNAL DAR 9569 (NINTH CIRCUIT. AUGUST 28.2000) RE: ISSUE, THE SPECIFICITY WITH WHICH STUDIES MUST DEMONSTRATE ADVERSE SECONDARY EFFECTS IN ORDER TO JUSTIFY PARTICULAR REGULATIONS OF ADULT ORIENTED BUSINESSES. Dear Colleague: On behalf of the City of Los Angeles, our office joins with the Legal Advocacy Committee of the League of California Cities in urging you to add your city as amicus in this important case titled Alameda Books. Inc.. v City of Los Angeles involving the regulation of adult businesses. Sixty five California cities previously joined in an Amicus Briefin support of the City of Los Angeles in this matter before the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, Unfortunately, the Ninth Circuit affirmed the trial court decision adverse to the City of Los Angeles, jeopardizing adult business regulation statewide. By action on August 4,2000, the Legal Advocacy Committee recommended that cities join the amicus brief in support of the City of Los Angeles's Petition for Certiorari to the Supreme Court, and, if granted, an amicus brief in support of Los Angeles on the merits. The brief is being prepared by Robert Hargreaves, Marco Martinez, and Kevin Collins of Best Best & Krieger. R.\APUB\RWH\I72657 LAW OFFICES OF BEST BEST & KRIEGER LLP All California City Attorneys October 6, 2000 Page 2 1. Summary of Facts and Proceedings in the Trial Court. Plaintiffs are the owners and operators of combined adult bookstores and adult video arcades in one building, Los Angeles Municipal Code section 12,70, the City's adult entertainment ordinance, provides that adult businesses must be separated from each other by 1000 feet and that two adult businesses cannot be combined in the same building. These plaintiffs expanded their adult bookstores to include adult video arcades after the adult entertainment ordinance restrictions were in effect. When the City sought to enforce the provisions of its ordinance, plaintiffs filed suit in federal court seeking declaratory and injunctive relief to have the provision prohibiting two businesses in one building declared unconstitutional and its enforcement enjoined. The trial court granted plaintiffs' motion for summary judgment and held that the provision prohibiting an adult bookstore and adult video arcade in one building violates the First Amendment. The Ninth Circuit affirmed, finding that the multi-use restriction was inadequately supported by evidence of adverse impacts, The Court found that the City had presented no evidence, in the legislative record, that a combination adult bookstore/arcade produces any harmful secondary effects, (The study on which Los Angeles relied indicated that one forth of the adult businesses in the area of the city that experienced the greatest crime increase where adult bookstore/arcades.) 2. Alameda Books Has Statewide Significance for All Local Governments. To require, as the Alameda Books decision does, that a city present in its legislative record particularized evidence that a particular combination or manifestation of adult businesses actually produces the secondary effects that the City seeks to ameliorate would impose a very difficult evidentiary burden on local governments, The ever-lengthening list of variations of adult-businesses attest to the breadth and variability of this industry. New variations constantly appear in attempts to expand markets and circumvent existing regulations. The complexity of the ordinances regulating these uses has grown in an attempt to keep pace with the ever-changing adult businesses and evolving judicial standards. Current adult-business ordinances often measure in excess of 20 pages and contain dozens of regulatory provisions. Alameda Books can be interpreted to require that each aspect, and every permutation, of these regulations be backed by specific evidence that demonstrates that the conduct regulated actually produces harmful secondary effects. Despite numerous studies by local governments of the harmful secondary effects of these types of businesses, no study currently documents the harmful secondary effects of each type of business or behavior that adult business -regulations are designed to address. To provide the level of proof apparently required by Alameda Books would create an extreme hardship on local cities, Morever, if Alameda Books is upheld, many aspects of our current adult business regulations will be subject to challenge, R..\.fPl:B\R Wlfl726S7 LAW OFFICES OF BEST BEST & KRIEGER LLP All California City Attorneys October 6, 2000 Page 3 3, Basis for the Amicus Brief. Amicus will contend on appeal that this ruling creates an unworkable standard for local governments to meet in regulating adult businesses. Neither Youngv. AmericanMini Theatres 427 US 50 (1976) nor City of Renton v. Playtime Theatres, Inc. 475 US. 41 (1986) require that each permutation and combination of adult business configurations be studied in order to conclude that there are adverse secondary effects that justifY and require regulation: "The First Amendment does not require a city, before enacting such an ordinance, to conduct new studies or produce evidence independent of that already generated by other cities, so long as whatever evidence the city relies upon is reasonably believed to be relevant to the problem that the city addresses," (Renton 475 US, 41, 51-52,) Amicus will contend that the Renton standard was inappropriately applied in this case, and that cities may rely on reasonable inferences from existing studies to justifY their regulatory schemes, 4. Briefing Schedule, We anticipate that the amicus brief will be due on approximately November 15, 2000. We would appreciate your support in this important effort on behalf of California cities' efforts to regulate adult-oriented businesses. Please complete and return the attached form by November I, 2000, Your city will not be charged in anyway should it choose to support this effort. Many thanks for your support and please feel free to telephone me directly at (760) 568-2611 should you have any questions on this case. RWHlkc enclosures cc Joanne Speers, General Counsel, League of California Cities Michael K1ekner, City Attorneys' Office City of Los Angeles R.\1PG"BIR\HfI172657 Ik~ fr~ (IS) MICHAEL M. POLLAK SCOTT J. VIDA GIRARD FISHER J. SUSAN GRAHAM DANIEL P. BARER' LAWRENCE J. SHER DAVID A. HAD LEN JUOY L. McKELVEY DANIEL S. HOUSER POLLAK, VIDA & FISHER ATTORNEYS AT LAW 1801 CENTURY PARK EAST 26TH FLOOR LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA 90067.2343 TELEPHONE (310) 551-3400 FAX (310) 551-1036 E-MAIL lawCpvandf,com INTERNET www.pvandf.com . CE"-TIFIEDSPECI"'L'ST, APPELLATE LAW STATE 8AR OF CALIFORNIA 80"ROOFLEGALSPEC,.o.LIZ"TION October 13, 2000 OF COUNSEL: GERARD A. LAFOND, JR. MICHAEL R. NEBENZAHL fij)~@~~w~rm mJ OCT t 6 2000 [lI) TOWN ATTORNEY'S OFFICE TOWN OF TIBURON Ann R. Danforth TOWll AtLorney 1505 Tiburon Blvd. Tiburon, CA 94920 Re: REOUEST FOR PARTICIPATION IN AMICUS BRIEF Cornette v. Department of Transportation Supreme Court No. S089010 [Please respond by November 10, 2000] Dear Ms. Danforth: I urge your City to join in the Cornette amicus brief. This California Supreme Court case will decide whether loss of design immunity due to changed conditions is a court or jury question. The League of California Cities and the California State Association of Counties have approved amicus support. They have authorized our firm to write the brief. The League does not submit amicus briefs in its own name. Instead, it encollrages individual cities to lend their names. Therefore, we request all California cities to join as amici. The Case The Cornettes had an auto accident on a state highway, in which they crossed over a dirt median into opposing traffic. They sued Caltrans. They alleged that the highway was in a dangerous condition because it lacked a median barrier. The trial court bifurcated the trial, and tried Caltrans' design immunity defense (Government Code section 830.6) first, without a jury. During the design immunity phase, the parties produced conflicting evidence (factual and expert) about whether Caltrans had lost the design immunity through changed conditions. The trial court ruled that it -- not a jury -- should resolve all factual and legal issues, and found for Caltrans on design immunity. But the appellate court reversed. It decided that when facts are disputed, all the elements of design immunity -- except whether substantial evidence supports the October 13,2000 Page 2 reasonableness of the design -- are jury questions. The Supreme Court granted review. The Supreme Court will hand down an important decision on governmental tort liability. Current case law states that all elements of design immunity should be decided by the court. This allows public entities to end dangerous-design cases at summary judgment, or in the immunity phase of a bifurcated trial, before the case goes to the jury. This decision could require nearly all design immunity cases to go to the jury. The League seeks to ensure that that does not happen. bsues Government Code section 830.6's design immunity exonerates public entities from liability for reasonably-approved plans or designs for public property. Whether the public entity's approval of the plan or design was reasonable is determined by the court under the "substantial evidence" test: if the entity produces substantial evidence (such as an expert's opinion) that the design could reasonably be approved, reasonable approval is established -- even if the plaintiff presents evidence that the plan is unreasonable. The immunity can be lost if physical conditions that changed since the plan or design was approved render it dangerous. Until Cornette, courts held whether the plan or design remained reasonable, despite changed conditions, was also decided by the court under the substantial evidence standard. The Cornette case poses a single core issue: Do all issues concerning design immunity -- including whether changed conditions eliminating immunity -- present legal questions for the court to resolve on the "substantial evidence" standard, regardless of conflicting facts? Or are all design immunity issues (except whether the initial design was reasonable) questions for the jury? We will argue that the substantial evidence standard should apply not only to the reasonableness of the original approval, but also whether the construction still conforms to a reasonable plan or design despite changed conditions. Design immunity is a powerful tool for ending dangerous condition cases before they can go to the jury; and for preventing juries from second-guessing discretionary design decisions. The Supreme Court's decision in this case could disable that tool. You can find the appellate decision at 80 Cal.App.4th 1239; 95 Cal.Rptr.2d 733; or 2000 Cal.App. LEXIS 563. Reauest It's important to get the cities on board. Their stance really does influence the court. In a case we recently argued before the California Supreme Court, Chief Justice George turned to the League's amicus counsel and asked pointedly, "Where do the cities stand?" We'd like to make a strong statement about that in this case. October 13,2000 Page 3 If your City is willing to participate, please complete and return the enclosed authorization to my office. The form should be mailed to the undersigned by November 10, 2000. Thank you. Very truly yours, POLLAK, VIDA & FISHER {)vwl P~f:Y DANIEL P. BARER GF:pb Enclosure cc: Joanne Speers League of California Cities G:\ WPOOCS\A TTYS\GF\amicus briefs\Comette\Comettemrg-IOI300.wpd RESOLUTION NO. T~Ifh'io A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF TIBURON COMMENDING EDGAR BRUCE ROSS UPON IDS SELECTION BY THE TIBURON PENINSULA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AS CITIZEN OF THE YEAR 2000 WHEREAS, Edgar Bruce ("Bruce") Ross and his wife Sylvia moved to Tiburon in 1965, and have been involved in community affairs since that time; WHEREAS, Bruce Ross has not only made many friends in the Tiburon community, but he has had the pleasure of raising a family of two daughters, Piper and Camerin, and one son David, who also live nearby with their families and have been active in community affairs; WHEREAS, in addition to his successful ventures and awards in the field of architecture, Bruce Ross has brought his skill and expertise to bear in service to the Town in the following ways: · Tiburon Planning Commissioner, Council member and Mayor (1978) · Tiburon Peninsula Foundation member since 1980 · Participation in the establishment ofMcKegney Green, the Multi-Use Path and Waterfront park · Construction of the Hilarita Housing Development · The purchase of the Ned's Way property for a temporary Town Hall and Police Station · Conceptual planning and design of the new downtown Town Hall, Police Station, and Senior Housing project at Ned's Way ("Chandler's Gate"); and WHEREAS, Bruce continues to lend his talent, time and expertise to the completion of Zelinsky Park, as an appropriate tribute to the Zelinksy family for donating the land upon which the new Town Hall and Library are located; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Town Council of the Town of Tiburon is pleased to adopt this resolution commending BRUCE ROSS upon his selection by the Tiburon Peninsula Chamber of Commerce as Citizen of the Year 2000, and to thank him for his many years of dedicated service to the Town. PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Tiburon Town Council on November 1, 2000, by the following vote: COUNCILMEMBERS: COUNCILMEMBERS. COUNCILMEMBERS AYES: NOES: ABSENT: TOM GRAM, MAYOR TOWN OF TffiURON ATTEST DIANE CRANE IACOPI, TOWN CLERK L~ # S- ANNUAL REPORT HERITAGE AND ARTS COMMISSION SEPTEMBER, 1999 - SEPTEMBER, 2000 To: Tiburon Town Council From: Donna Kline, Chair Heritage and Arts Conunission In accordance with Tiburon Town Council Resolution No. 3329, Section F, the following is a report of the Heritage and Arts Commission's various projects and activities from September, 1999 through September, 2000. MaranslTeather commemorative plaque for Lyford Tower Creation of Plaque Dedication Ceremony Reception at Donahue Depot. Building A full bronze historical plaque for Lyford tower to match dedication plaque has been accomplished through pooling of funds from Tiburon Town, H & A Commission, as well as the Marans, Davis, and Teather families. Lobby DesW1 Staffliaison, Joan Palmero, composed a Requestfor Proposal which was sent out to Designers holding business licenses in Tiburon. Also revamped RFP to extended off~ to designers outside Tiburon. Selected professional Designer, Nancy Sprague, who has assisted the Commission with the Lobby Design. Recommenjied that the Town Manager hire an Acoustical Engineer as a consultant. . Worked with Jim Wilson, Chair of Building Advisory Committee, regarding Acoustical problem. Charles M. Salter, Consultant in Acoustics Design was hired to review and develop an effective acoustical treatment for Town Hall. Bids were submitted week of September 18th to four Acoustic Contractors. After meeting with the H and A Commission, Town Staff, and consulting with Chair, Donna Kline, Designer, Nancy Sprague, has submitted four different floor plans for the Lobby Design. One plan will be decided at September 26th meeting. Chair, Kline will submit the winning plan and approximate cost to the Town Council for acceptance. Once the Acoustical contractors have been hired and work completed, furnishings and area carpet will be brought to the Lobby. Projected completion by November-December, 2000. Art Shows Rotating art shows displayed throughout the Town Hall. Each show with a Meet- the-Artist(s) Reception. In most cases, hosted by H and A members. The Commission earns 25% from each work sold. These accrued funds go to the H and A fund for various projects. 1999 Annie BiIder- Tiburon Acrylics Downtown San Rafael Art Center Artists-Mixed Media Belvedere- Tiburon Newcomers CIub--Mixed Media Landmarks Society Art Guild--Mixed Media 2000 Warren Ca1lister-Architectural Photographs Ken Rosenthal-Photographs of AIDcan Animals and Tiburon Shorebirds Penny V orster-Designed and woven wall hangings Marin Watercolor Society-Watercolor Suzanne Simpson-Geometric Watercolors and Intricate Paper Collages Pt:ofessor James Liu-Chinese Watercolor and brush painting Baywood Artists-Mixed Media of Marin Landscapes Annual Heritalle Preservation Award Reception and presentation of 5th Annual Heritage Preservation Award Larry Smith-Reception, 2000 Landmarks Society, Reception, 1999 Angel Island Assn., Reception, 1998 Dr. David Steinhardt, Reception, 1997 Mr. Ed Zelinsky, Reception, 1996 Downtown Historical Inventory Completed historic inventory searching for details not discovered by the paid consultants on all building on lower Main Street and Ark Row. Lyford House as a Town Landmark Recommended the official designation of Lyford House and supported Richardson Bay Audubon's plan to nominate Lyford House for placement on the National Register of Historic Places. Landmark Society Negotiated an agreement whereby the Belvedere- Tiburon Landmarks Society will provide two or three historic displays for the Town Hall Lobby wall each year. Negotiated with LMS to move the old Reed Ranch Calving Shed (which was scheduled for demolition) onto the Newman Property. Memorial Book Began work on the Memorial Book which will be incorporated into the lobby design It will contain photos and biographies of Tiburon citizens being honored for their contributions to the community. Council Chamber Photograph Designed and framed a permanent display for the Council Chambers of the current mayor and council photos which allows for easy changing of the mayor's photo as each new person takes office. Frame coordinated to balance and match the wood on the Nash memorial clock. Bench Created and carried out idea of presenting a bench to retiring Town Manager, Bob Kleinert, on behalf of the H and A Commission. Possible Future Proiects for Heritage and Arts Commission hnplementing the Public Arts Program in the Schools. A Marquee in front of Town Hall to match the Library Marquee A fountain to replace tree on the circular plaza at Main Street and Tiburon Blvd. Ije+-<- # {p . RESOLUTION NO. A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF TIBURON DENYING AN APPEAL BY MARK AND ANNETTE LOUPE OF THE APPROVAL OF SITE PLAN AND ARCmTECTURAL REVIEW FOR A NEW RESIDENCE ON PROPERTY LOCATED AT 19 CIBRIMl DRIVE WHEREAS, on September 7, 2000, the Design Review Board held a public hearing to oo~id~ ." ."'0,," 0" '", PI~ "" ^",,,,,,,,,,w ",,"w ",,,,,\i00'" ooO,"""ioo 0" new single family dwelling on property located at 19 Cibrian Drive; and WHEREAS, after receiving public testimony, including concerns raised by neighboring ""p'''' 0_" reg~di"ll po''''''. ",w imp"" which _iii h, '''''''' by "" ,,*0<, ." Bo~d d""""",'" ,bm "'" p",,,,,,, J"Oi'" w~ 00"""''' wifu fu' "'1IOd' ""i", Gui",li~ and would not result in unreasonable view blockage or privacy impacts, nor be out of character with the surrounding neighborhood; and WHEREAS, the Design Review Board unanimously approved the project subject to the findings and conditions set forth in the Staff Report dated September 7, 2000; and WHEREAS, on September 18,2000, Marc and Anette Loupe ("Appellants"), owner of "'jooort p"'''''' " " Cihri~ 0""'. fiI'" m ",p.. of"'" Bo"d'. "",.ioo '" ",,,,,YO ,hi' application; and WHEREAS, on October 18, 2000, the Town Council ofthe Town of Tiburon held a duly- noticed public hearing on the appeal; during which public testimony was heard regarding the ,_ md ,h~",,~ of fu, P"'''''''' 00_,"00 "" <h, p""",," ",w md p""'" imp'''' "''' could be caused by the proposed construction; and WHEREAS, after hearing all testimony and reviewing aU documents in the record, the Town council deadlocked 2-2 (Gram and Bach in favor; Hennessy and Thompson opposed) on a motion to deny the appeal; and WHEREAS, after further discussion, the Town Council determined that aU additional mo'o", woold Iikewi~ ,..., io d,"'lod,," ,-, vo,o;, "" "'" "",om' '" Soolioo 30408 of the Tiburon Zoning Ordinance, the appeal was denied by operation onaw. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Town council ofthe Town of Tibomo m,mo","",,' 'bm "', .".. of hW' "" ^""" Loop' w", dwi'" 00 0"- lB, 2000 as set forth in this resolution, 11/1/2000 1 Resolution No. _ T\buron Town Council PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Town Council on November 1, 2000, by the following vote: AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: TOM GRAM, MAYOR TOWN OF TffiURON ATTEST: DIANE CRANE IACOPI, TOWN CLERK Iscott\19cibriantc reso.doc Tiburon Town Council Resolution No. 11/1/2000 2 TOWN COUNCIL STAFF REPORT TO: TOWN COUNCIL SCOTT ANDERSON, ~ PLANNING DIRECTOR MEETING DATE: 11/1/2000 ITEM NO.: 7 FROM: SUBJECT: RESOLUTION SUPPORTING INCLUSION OF A TOT LOT AND PLAY STRUCTURE FOR YOUNG CHILDREN IN THE PARK SITE LOCATED IN THE PARADISE CAY NEIGHBORHOOD AT THE END OF TRINIDAD DRIVE BACKGROUND In the early 1990's the County of Marin approved the Paradise Cay North development project comprised of a marina expansion, yacht club, and 3 I homes off Trinidad Drive in Paradise Cay. One of the conditions of approval was the development ofa 1.3-acre park site located at the very end of the spit forming the northerly breakwater for the Paradise Cay marina and neighborhood. The park plans, approved in 1991, depicted only passive recreational uses such as benches, pathways, and an open grass area. Since 1991, many families with young children have moved into the Paradise Cay Neighborhood, and there is now a demand for more active play structures in this soon-to-be-constructed park. Residents of Paradise Cay have been working to fund the play structure and convince the developer, K. M. C. Inc, to modifY its approved plans to incorporate the play structure. The neighborhood is seeking the support of Supervisor Rose, BCDC, the State Lands Commission (property owner) and the Town of Tiburon in their effort to encourage the play structure installation, The Tiburon Parks & Open Space Commission received a presentation of the play structure proposal in May 2000 and endorsed the concept. Supervisor Rose has recently indicated that a resolution of support from the Tiburon Town Council would assist in the effort to make the play structure a reality, RECOMMENDA nON Adopt the resolution attached as Exhibit 2. EXHIBITS I. 2, Vicinity Map, Draft resolution '.scott\paradise cay tot lot rpt.doc TIBURON TOWN COUNCIL STAFF REPORT J 1/1/2000 ,-,,~,. ~-f.';(', ~" :~~.~t -, '.i!'_ ~- - I I (;" \ I . ~ ~'" " r (Sf ff .!l . , ~l -;_. .::. I{ '-'~::'~~:::~'~.:' 'J-:~~'>;: :'_ '>;..-r;:-~ , , ~ - - . ....,. ~ -,' ~~--. 'tJ'tJ 0> 0> " " :><'0> 0. CIl >-. >--m rtro ro 0 0> >< Z o " rt ::r '" )C =I: -- CD ..... -\ ..} ::.L' __ -" ,,' " RESOLUTION NO. A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF TIBURON SUPPORTING INCLUSION OF A TOT LOT PLAY AREA IN THE PARK BEING CONSTRUCTED IN PARADISE CAY AT THE END OF TRINIDAD DRIVE WHEREAS, there exists at the end of Trinidad Drive in Paradise Cay a 1.3 acre public park site to be constructed by K. M. C. Inc. as a condition of approval for the Paradise Cay North development project approved by Marin County and BCDC in the early 1990' s, and WHEREAS, the park site is on land leased by the State Lands Commission to the private corporation K. M. C. Inc.; and WHEREAS, the park site is technically within the corporate limits of the Town of Tiburon, although the Town ofTiburon has no practical jurisdiction over the property as it is owned by the State of California; and WHEREAS, in January 1991, the Town of Tiburon Board of Adjustments & Review conducted a "courtesy review" of the park development plans as presented by the then-developer Pullman Building Company, said plans depicting an open grass area, pathways, benches, landscaping and five drop-ofT parking spaces adjacent to public parking and public restrooms at the Tiburon Peninsula Yacht Club; and WHEREAS, the plans approved at that time made no provision for a children's play area or play structure in the Park, but were purely passive recreational in nature; and WHEREAS, dramatic demographic changes have occurred in the Paradise Cay Neighborhood since the plans were approved in 1991, such that there are now over 60 children under age 11 living in the immediate vicinity and a much greater demand for active recreational opportunities for young children; and WHEREAS, there are currently no park facilities within walking distance or local bus service to serve children in the vicinity of Paradise Cay; and WHEREAS, residents of Paradise Cay are currently proposing to pay for the installation of a tot lot that would include a professionally designed play structure for young children and need support to encourage the developer K. M. C. Inc. to agree to the installation of such a play area; and WHEREAS, the Town ofTiburon Parks & Open Space Commission reviewed the proposal for a tot lot and play structure at its meeting on May 9, 2000 and expressed its support for the concept. Tib/lron Town COlwell ResoluNon No --/--/2000 EL1fIBIT NO. c1- NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Town Council of the Town of Tiburon hereby strongly supports the residents of Paradise Cay and its vicinity in their efforts to secure a tot lot and play structure in the park being constructed at the end of Trinidad Drive. The Town Council further urges K. M. C. Inc. to lend its willing support to this laudable community effort, and encourages the County of Marin, BCDC, State Lands Commission, and other entities having permit authority over the park to expedite any modifications to permits or approvals to make the tot lot and play structure a reality. PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Tiburon Town Council on , 2000 by the following vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBER: COUNCILMEMBER: COUNCILMEMBER: THOMAS GRAM, MAYOR TOWN OF TIBURON ATTEST: DIANE CRANE, TOWN CLERK plll"adise cay tot lot l"eso.doc Tiburon Town Council Resolution No. n/--/2000 2 TOWN OF TIBURON STAFF REpORT ITEM NO, MEETING DATE: 11/1/2000 ? To: TOWN COUNCIL From: SCOTT ANDERSON, PLANNING DIRECTOR~ Subject: ZELINSKY PARK LANDSCAPING INSTALLATION: AWARD CONTRACT TO NEARY LANDSCAPE AND AUTHORIZE BUDGET AMENDMENT Date: OCTOBER 26, 2000 BACKGROUND The Town Council approved the Zelinsky Park improvement project in April 2000, On October 4, 2000, the Town Council reviewed and approved detailed landscape and improvement drawings prepared by Ralph Alexander & Associates. Those drawings were put out for informal bid on October 12, 2000, Invitations to bid were sent to six (6) landscape firms; one bid was received from Neary Landscape. ANALYSIS Landscape Improvements The FY 2000-200 I budget currently allocates $50,000.00 for Zelinsky Park in the Capital Improvement Program section, The bid from Neary Landscape was for $68,300,00, However, some items listed in the bid (grading) will be negotiated down, and others (invasive plant removal) will probably be performed by the Public Works Department. The Town anticipates that the final negotiated contract will be substantially less than the $68,300.00 quote. Town Staff and the landscape architect co'nsider the Neary Landscape bid to be reasonable and acceptable. The once- proposed arbors are not part of the current project as bid, Water Meter and Water Allocation Other costs associated with installation of Zelinsky Park include purchase of new water allocation from MMWD and either the purchase of a new water meter or upgrading of an existing water meter to service the Park's irrigation needs. The cost of a new water meter is estimated at $1,800,00, The current landscape plan is calculated to require a water allocation of approximately 0,5 acre-feet per year. While Town Staff considered the purchase of excess water allocation for future landscape expansion in Zelinsky Park, this would conflict with MMWD Tihuron Town Council Staff Report 111/]000 policy, MMWD will only allocate the amount of water for purchase that it calculates the facility will require, and will not allow the purchase of excess water allocation at this time. The combined cost for the water meter and the new water allocation are approximately $13,625.00. RECOMMENDA TION That the Town Council: 1. Accept the bid proposal from Neary Landscape to install the Zelinsky Park landscaping and authorize the Town Manager to negotiate and execute the final contract. 2. Allocate an additional $32,000.00 from the Park In-lieu Fund to complete the project, including the purchase or upgrade of a water meter and the purchase of new water allocation of approximately 0.5 acre-feet from MMWD. EXHIBITS 1, Proposal from Neary Landscape. Tiburon Town Council Stoff Report 11/1/2000 2 Jt./eI:u'-1. ~~e 7.0 18ox. cfCf):3 .5~ ~e.i I c/J 9t;c;l:J \ llc. 1F7SS'FI() C.Z7 ....J........J"-J..J..JJ.. "ROPOSA!. SUllMITT'EO TO: ~NO, .... w. Mrelly ~ to Iu_ ... ....... Ind '*"'"'" 1M '-bor _ry fat b CClmIlII'OlI of - - - - NC:.14K'r' L..~:::R..At-'~ PAGE il2 PROPOSAL SI1.1T NO. </15- Y'1Z -/e; ttcj WOfllK TO BE PERFORMED AT: CIT'f, IT"'1i DA'1i OF PI.ANll ,uQ1lTECT . , l I. II .."teed te be as ."",,1"41<1. a"d the above worlc to be performed In accordanc. with Iha drawing. and speclllcatlona submitted for aboye work and com"I.ted In a ...bll.ntlal wo","",nlllca mannar 10' the sum of: wilI1 P*l/I'MMS to 0. aa lollowe lloIIar3 l~ "__~submia~ ~~~c.~ Po< ~~ _ . 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"" .. ..... .. -... ............... - ....... ...................---, Cll\T& .... -..TIlllII _TVM I, .1 EX--B:IBIT NO..L TOWN OF TIBURON STAFF REpORT TO: TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA NO.: 'i FROM: ASSOCIATE PLANNER THERIAULT SUBJECT: APPEAL OF DESIGN REVIEW BOARD DECISION TO APPROVE SITE PLAN AND ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW FOR CONSTRUCTION OF A FENCE; 163 A VENIDA MIRAFLORES MEETING DATE: REPORT DATE: NOVEMBER 1, 2000 OCTOBER 23, 2000 APPLICANTS - FARNOOSH AND FIRUZE HARIRI APPELLANTS - CHESTER JUDAH PROJECT DATA: ADDRESS: ASSESSOR'S PARCEL: FILE NUMBER: LOT SIZE: ZONING: GENERAL PLAN: FLOOD ZONE: DA TE COMPLETE: CEQA EXEMPTION: 163 A VENIDA MIRAFLORES 038-011-43 700150 27,000 SQUARE FEET RPD (RESIDENTIAL PLANNED DEVELOPMENT) M (MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL) C SEPTEMBER 21,2000 NOVEMBER 20, 2000 BACKGROUND: On September 21, 2000 the Tiburon Design Review Board granted Site Plan and Architectural Review approval to allow for the construction of a new fence intended to replace an existing as- built fence with superior materials on property located at 163 A venida Miraflores, Chester Judah, a property owner of the lot located across the street from the subject property, has now appealed this decision to the Town Council. TIBURON TOWN COUNCIL STAFF REPORT November I, 2000 1 PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The applicant requested Design Review approval for construction of a new fence for the property located at 163 A venida Miraflores, a property located in the Miraflores Precise Development Plan subdivision area The fence would consist of a 5-foot high wrought-iron structure. The fence, according to Building Department technical interpretation of Town Code, would be considered 6 feet high in certain parts of the subject property due to the steep topography found in portions of the lot The proposed fence would be set back from the existing sidewalk in order to provide an appropriate pedestrian-friendly environment for neighborhood residents. The original application requested approval to site the fence along the front yard property line and along the right side yard property line. BACKGROUND: Beginning in September of 1999, the applicant was subject to several Code Enforcement procedures due to the erection of a greenhouse on a neighboring property owner's property and the construction of a chicken wire and wood stick fence on the subject property prior to the acquisition of appropriate permits. The Staff Report prepared for the Design Review Board, dated September 21, 2000, outlines the history of code enforcement on the subject property and the chronology of events leading up to the submittal of the current application. (Exhibit 3). REVIEW BY THE BOARD: This application was heard before the Design Review Board at the September 21, 2000 meeting. At that time, concerns were raised by adjacent property owners regarding potential view impacts and a property line dispute. The concerned property owners did not oppose the actual design of the fence, but limited the expressed concerns to the view and property line dispute issues, The applicant explained to the Board that the fence design was in keeping with the character of the neighborhood and presented photos demonstrating her belief that the fence did not block views for the property owner at 166 Avenida Miraflores (the appellant). Field investigations performed by Board members revealed that the location of the existing, as-built chicken wire fencing, with the exception of its close proximity to the sidewalk, would not impact neighboring property owners, The proposed fence location would have partially impacted views from downstairs bedrooms for the neighbor at 165 Avenida Miraflores The Town ofTiburon Hillside Guidelines protect views for ceremonial rooms only. The views of Mount Tam which the appellant feels would be blocked by the proposed fence would not actually be blocked by the fence although the fence could be seen below the view, in the foreground. TIBURON TOWN COUNCIL STAFF REPORT November 1.2000 2 After considering public testimony on the application, the Design Review Board deliberated the merits of the application and determined that in order to minimize issues voiced by neighboring property owners, the fence should be sited primarily in the location of the existing as-built fencing with the portion of the fence that follows Avenida Miraflores to be set back a minimum of3 feet from the curb, The Board found the application, with the modification to the fence line configuration, to be in compliance with the Town's Hillside Design Guidelines with respect to view impact issues. The Board voted (4-0 with one member abstaining), to conditionally approve the application. Mr, Judah subsequently filed a timely appeal of this action on October 2, 2000. BASIS FOR THE APPEAL: There are two grounds upon which the appeal (Exhibit 1) is based: Ground #1 The Design Review Board failed to consider and require that the design of the proposed fence comply with the aesthetic character of the neighborhood. Staff Response According to the minutes of the meeting (Exhibit 2), the Board discussed the design of the fence and determined that the design would be an improvement over the current as- built fence and would be in keeping with the character of the neighborhood. Boardmembers visited the neighborhood and were aware of the types of design and configuration of fencing installations in the area prior to making their decision on the application. Ground #2 The Board approved a compromise on the fence line configuration after the close of the public hearing without inviting additional public input. Slaff Response: The Board visited the subject property, viewed the site from the perspective of neighboring properties, considered public comments and deliberated the merits of the proposed fence design during the Board's September 21,2000 public hearing, After the public hearing was closed, the Board determined that the fence was to be sited in an alternate location than that originally proposed, The Design Review Board is not obligated to take additional testimony from the public once the public hearing is closed The minutes from the meeting show that the Board cited the neighboring property owners' comments in their deliberations, and concluded that a compromise of the location of the fence would address the neighbors' concerns Submittal of Revised Plans The applicant and the appellant have come to an agreement on a proposed revision to the fence line configuration approved by the Design Review Board, (Exhibit 6). The revised fence configuration would lower the height of the fence in an area of the property closest to the appellant. The revised plans would also call for the installation of a fence on the shared property TII3URON TO\\!1\" COl:NCIL STAFF REPORT November L 2000 3 line between the subject property and the neighbor at 165 Avenida Miraflores. The property owner of 165 A venida Miraflores, Mrs. Petri, has not approved this revision. Mrs. Petri has historically expressed strong concerns regarding view impacts and property line issues particularly relating to fencing. Staff believes it would be inappropriate to administratively approve a revised fence plan that would resolve issues between the applicant and the appellant, but would create other concerns for another neighbor. The Town Council may choose to approve the revised fence plans by partially granting the appeal and requiring that fencing comply with the revised plans, CONCLUSION: Staff concludes that the Design Review Board followed the guidelines for Site Plan and Architectural Review applications, and appropriately applied the guidelines for such applications in its review of this project, The proposed new fence does not appear to create view, mass or bulk impacts for neighboring property owners. The wrought-iron fence design is of a superior quality and would be in keeping with the character offences in the neighborhood. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Town Council take public testimony on the appeal, close the public hearing, deliberate upon the merits of the appeal, and direct Staff to prepare an appropriate resolution, EXHffiITS: I, Notice of Appeal dated October 2, 2000 2, Minutes of the September 21,2000 Design Review Board meeting 3, Staff report of the September 21,2000 Design Review Board meeting 4, Conditions of approval adopted by the Design Review Board on September 21, 2000 5, Application and supplemental materials dated August 9, 2000 6, Revised Plans and letter of agreement (between the applicant and the appellant) dated October 23,2000 TIBURON TOWN COUNCIL STAFF REPORT November I. 2000 4 EXHIBIT NO. '2 TOWN OF TIBURON RECEIVED OCT - 2 2000 CG : ';'10 (~: St:.()/t' /3 c A4~ NOTICE OF APPEAL TOWN MANAGERS OFFICE TOWN OF TlEURON APPELLANT Name: <2-1-(c.?~TGP- YvD.c.,I-l ~(l.. Address: 166 A Vc: IV; 0 A f'Y\ I It 4 e L-Otl<?" S. 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Last Day to File: 10 - .2. - d"O Date Received: Fee ($300.00) Paid d-I{ .#: ( ().2-. Date of Hearing: - 0 ~ \0 W(-f { C /-f e.Orv..rr..c:~ I I" - ,l-()'O fo k12 C/.R.Jei/~j January 1996 --IN &" f2- I G-I-{ T 0 \ fI'\ A IIV T A (;. I\.. "f /7' c:- PI "^ & ~ D "/L A-DO To rN IS A-i?{? C:C'l(.... o e -1/-1 G1" A(~ Ie'\. (+ (;:!:l'1.I-~ ~ R..(3t/{r:=c...- w (-I (c(-( oe A"\.c? TI-I c..-=- NO", ,fY1/"'-' r.J le.:.s ~ 166 Avenida Miraflores Tiburon, California 94920 October 1, 2000 Emi Theriault Assiciate Planner Planning & Building Department Town of Tiburon 1505 Tiburon Blvd. Tiburon, CA 94920 RE: File #700150, Fence at 163 Avenida Miraflores Dear Ms. Theriault: I wish to appeal to the Town Council the follwowing decision of the Design Review Board; Meeting Date: Item No.: Subject: September 21, 2000. E5 163 Avenida Miraflores; File #700150 site plan and Architectural review for Fencing Please advise me as to the date of the appeal hearing. Yours very ~~~ p1 c~C.!-. ,;1" -Fi'tn" T N'O 2.. L,.A,dIBI . 5. 163 Avenida Miraflores . Hariri, Fence According to the Staff report, the applicants are requesting approval for the installation of fencing to replace unauthorized fencing currently located on the site. An elevation drawing of the proposed fence and a site plan of the proposed location of the fence have been submitted, along with a survey of the subject property. The proposed wrought iron fence would replace the existing unauthorized wood picket/chicken wire fencing. The proposed fencing would not be installed at the same location as the existing fencing but would be set back further from the street and closer to the property located at 165 A venida Miraflores. Firuze Hariri, applicant, explained that the proposal is for a fence commonly used in her neighborhood. She presented photographs of four other properties that have the same kind of fence. The reason for the proposed height is to comply with the height limit for the pool and keep deer out of the garden. She has shown the plans to the neighbors and has received II letters of support. In response to a concern by the owners of 166 A venida Miraflores that their view would be impacted, she placed story poles and attl.'c:hed green ribbon on the story poles that indicate the fence height. The fence does not impose on any portion of their view ofMt. Tam. The issue with the Petris is a dispute over the boundary lines. She spoke with the Homeowners Association and they had no problem with the proposal. She noted that most of the fence is set back much further than 3 feet. Boardmember Stroub said the survey does not show the fence line and asked if the site plan is accurate according to the survey. Ms. Hariri affirmed that it was accurate. F arhoodi Petri, 165 A venida Miraflores, stated that they are adjacent neighbors and feel the applicant has encroached into their space and have built many, many structures on the lot. She did not understand why they have a need to build such a large structure around their pool now when there was never a need for that in the past. If they want to protect the garden they could do it with a lower fence without affecting her view and the value of their property. She has no problem with them building a 4 foot tall fence and then build something higher just around the pool area. Chair Smith stated he walked on the Petri property and asked what view would be impacted. Ms. Petri stated the view is from the family room, living room and kitchen and it will affect their view of the water and blocks the view from all the rooms downstairs. Becky Pringle, 530 ComstQck Drive, said it is her understanding that there is only a requirement of 3 foot tall fence for a swimming pool. Mr. Watrous explained that the Town's Ordinance requires a four foot fence around a pool, not 3 feet. Boardmember McLaughlin arrived at the meeting. TIBURON ORB 9/21/00 8 Paul Grothe, Marin Land Company Realtor and representing the Petris, stated there is a knoll area where the fence would go. At 6 feet high, it would impact the views of the Petris because their main views are of Richardson Bay. A 3'6" fence would not be objectionable, but a 6 foot high fence would be. They are not concerned about the fence around the pool area The Petri's home is situated to the west, and a 6 foot fence would impact them in their living room, dining room and kitchen and their views of Sausalito, all the way back to Mt. Tarn. Chester Judah, 166 A venida Miraflores, stated that be was opposed to a 6 foot high fence and the type of fence is not the typical in the neighborhood. He has a view of Mt. Tam from the comer of his living room and in the foreground he would have the view of the fence. Ms. Hariri commented that the bedrooms in the Petris' lower area are not considered ceremonial rooms. They are trying to comply with the Town's regulations with regard to fence height. Since the planter box is 2 feet high, and the Building Official indicated they need a 4 foot fence on top of the box, resulting in a 6 foot total height. Ms. Petri stated that the view from the lower levels are not that much of concern, but the concerns are the upper level. She did not know the requirement was 6 feet because of the planter. She suggested that the planter can be removed. Catherine Gallagher, 166 Avenida Miratlores, wanted to know why there is there all this discussion if the Code only allows a 42 inch fence and wondered why is there a need for a variance. Ms. Theriault explained that some of the posts are already in because the Hariris were planning to build a 3 Y2 foot tall fence, and now they are asking for the proposed fence because of the varying slope and the request of the Building Official. Boardmember Beales said his concern is the fence along the Petri's property line. The existing fence is chicken wire and over the hill. That fence would not affect anyone and the uphill area adjacent to the Petris is unplantable. From the side of the Petri's house, a 6 foot fence would affect their water views. The 4 foot height requirement around the pool is a Code requirement and the rest of the height is to basically keep out the deer. He cannot support anything else but 4 foot high fencing along the Petri's property line. Boardmember Stroub felt the fence affects the views from the lower levels of the Petri's house. He would like to see the fence lowered or be moved farther down the hill. Also, the fence along the sidewalk should be set back 3 feet from the sidewlj,\k. If they do not want the reduced height, the fence should be moved down the hill farther. Boardmember McLaughlin said he missed a significant part of the discussion and would therefore have to abstain from discussing or voting on this item. TIBURON ORB 9/21/00 9 Boardmember Figour stated that the two neighbors that are opposing the fence are concerned about looking at a type of fence that they do not want to see. He wondered if the fence could be moved down the hill further. He is sensitive to the deer issue and would like to see a compromise that keeps the deer at bay. Chair Smith would rather have this worked out by the neighbors. He visited the site and the neighboring properties and tried to see the view impacts and had difficulty seeing any view impact. He understands the Petris' concern but does not see it as a view impact. He stood right in front of the windows, although he did not go into the house. The Judahs would see the framing of the fence in the foreground. The contentious issues are between the Petris and the Hariris. There is an existing fence line that has been there for many years. That fence is not particularly attractive and the neighborhood would benefit from its replacement. He is not so concerned about the fence height but would be inclined to keep the existing fence line as shown on the diagram and use that rather than the proposed location. One complication is the poles that have already been put in place along Avenida Miraflores. He could support a 6 foot fence that follows the existing fence line. The portion of the fence that runs along Avenida Miraflores should be the 3 feet from the property line. Boardmember Beales stated that they are asking for a 6 foot fence in an area that has not been fenced before. A 6 foot fence along the area that already has a fence would just be considered a replacement. Boardmember Figour stated that the applicant should submit a new site plan in light of the Board's recommendation so the Building Department would be able to understand what was approved by the Board. Mis Smith/Beales, and passed (4-0, McLaughlin, abstaining), to approve the application based on the following: a fence with a maximum height of 6 feet shall follow the existing fence line; the portion of the fence that follows Avenida Miraflores shall be a minimum of 3 feet from the property line, then any portion over 3Y> feet in height shall follow the existing fence line to the other property line; and the applicant shall submit a site plan to the Building Department to ensure the fence is being built in compliance with these requirements. TIBURON ORB 9/21/00 10 EXHIBIT NO. 3 TOWN OF TIBURON STAFF REpORT TO: FROM: SUBJECT: ITEM NO. E5 DESIGN REVIEW BOARD ASSOCIATE PLANNER THERIA UL T 163 A VENIDA MIRAFLORES; FILE # 700150 SITE PLAN AND ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW FOR FENCING SEPTEMBER 21, 2000 DATE: PROPERTY OWNERS/APPLICANTS--FIRUZE AND FARNOOSH HARIRI DESIGNER-COGGINS FENCE COMPANY PROJECT DATA: ADDRESS: ASSESSOR'S PARCEL: FILE NUMBER: LOT SIZE: ZONING: GENERAL PLAN: FLOOD ZONE: DATE COMPLETE: CEQA EXEMPTION: PERMIT STREAMLINING ACT DEADLINE: 163 A VENIDA MIRAFLORES 039-261-05 700150 27,000 SQUARE FEET RPD (RESIDENTIAL PLANNED DEVELOPMENT) M (MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL) C AUGUST 31, 2000 SEPTEMBER 21. 2000 NOVEMBER 20, 2000 ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION: This proposal is categorically exempt from the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) as specified in Section 15303(e). TIBURON DESIGN REVIEW BOARD STAFF REPORT SEPTEMBER 21,2000 1 ,~ PROPOSAL: The applicants, Mr. Firuze Hariri and his daughter Ms. Farnoosh Hariri, are requesting approval for the installation of fencing to replace unauthorized fencing currently located on the site. An elevation drawing of the proposed fence and a site plan of the proposed location of the fence have been submitted. A survey of the subject property has also been submitted. The proposed wrought iron fence would replace the existing unauthorized wood picket/chicken wire fencing. The proposed fencing would not be installed at the same location as the existing fencing, however, but would be set back further from the street and closer to the property located at 165 A venida Miraflores. BACKGROUND: The current application was submitted as a result of continuous pursuit of the removal ofthe unauthorized fence by Staff and neighboring property owners, For a chronology of code enforcement, Staff level design review and Building Department review of the existing and proposed replacement fencing, please review the following information: September 10, 1999. Staff conducts a field investigation of unauthorized fencing and a lean-to greenhouse in response to a complaint filed by Mrs. Petri of 165 Avenida Miraflores. September 1999. Staff contacts Mrs. Hariri of 163 Avenida Miraflores to request for her to remove the structures or to submit a design review application to legalize the as-built fencing and greenhouse. December 1, 1999. Staff issues a pre-citation notice to the applicant due to a lack of response to the request made in September. The applicant is given until December 15, 2000 to remove the unauthorized fencing and greenhouse or to submit a design review application. January 4, 2000. Staff issues a citation notice due to the applicant's non-compliance with the precitation notice requirements. January 25, 2000. The applicant removes the as-built greenhouse and submits a design review application for proposed replacement fencing for the as-built woodlchicken wire fencing (File #700018) February 22, 2000. Staff approves the replacement fencing with conditions related to height and landscaping mitigation measures, February 25, 2000. The applicant submits a property line survey in response to concerns expressed by the neighbor at 165 A venida Miraflores. TlEURON DESIGN REVIEW BOARD STAFF REPORT SEPTEMBER 21, 2000 2 ~.-:.::::-:.~_o.:-,=--c.::..=.._..:.:::.::::.-,,--=---:.:,-,--"-,--,-~_':_~____ February 29,2000. The neighbor at 165 Avenida Miraflores, Mrs. Petri, submits an appeal of the Staff level design review decision. March 28, 2000. The applicant withdraws her application for design review (in lieu of complying with Staff level conditions of approval and going through the appeal process). The applicant agrees to remove the as-built fence and expresses her intent to obtain a building permit to install a fence 3.5 feet or less in height. The applicant is informed that she has until April 28, 2000 to remove the unauthorized fencing. June 7, 2000. Staff issues a precitation notice requiring the applicant to remove the unauthorized fencing by June 23, 2000. Prior to the citation deadline, the Building Official contacts Planning Department Staff and informs Staff that the as-built fence must be retained for pool enclosure purposes until such a time as another fence replaces the as-built fence. The Building Official also informs Staff that the 3.5 foot high fence panels proposed by the applicant would be considered higher than 3,5 feet high according to Zoning Code definition due to the topography of the site. Staff, therefore, requires the applicant to submit a new design review application. August 9, 2000. The applicant submits a Staff level design review application for a 55-foot high fence, which may be defined as a 6-foot high fence due to topographic considerations. August 31, 2000. Staff refers the design review application to the Design Review Board for review due to neighbor opposition (File #700150). ANALYSIS: Design Issues The subject property is located on a steeply terrained hillside. The applicant has requested the fencing to protect existing landscaping from deer. The Building Official has indicated that pool enclosure fencing is required for the pool but has not mandated a specific location for the fencing, Therefore, the proposed fence perimeters may be desirable for the purpose of discouraging deer from entering the property but are not required by building code. In order to preserve adequate room for pedestrians who use the sidewalk in front of 163 A venida Miraflores, the Planning Department is suggesting at least a 3-foot setback for the fencing from the sidewalk for fencing 4 feet or lower in height. If the applicant is approved for fencing higher than 4 feet in height, the fencing should be setback further from the curb to allow for the installation of irrigation and landscaping to soften the height of the fence at the street. Staff does not foresee any other design issues with this project. TlBURON DESIGN REVIEW BOARD STAFF REPORT SEPTEMBER 21, 2000 3 Zoning Staff has reviewed the proposal and finds it to be in conformance with the development standards for the Miraflores Precise Development Plan. According to the resolution and final map for the Miraflores Project, Unit 1, fencing is not prohibited outside the approved building envelope, Public Comment Staff has received comments from two neighboring property owners regarding this application, The property owners of 165 Avenida Miraflores, Mr. and Mrs. Petri, have telephoned and visited Staff on several occasions to express their concerns. Their concerns regard view issues related to possible impacts to the bedrooms located on the lower floor of their residence and to the accuracy of the property line survey submitted by the applicants. The Board is encouraged to use the Town of Tiburon "Design Guidelines for Hillside Dwellings" in the review of view issues. Survey disputes are reviewed by the Town Building Department. If the property owners of 165 Avenida Miraflores disagree with the Building Official's interpretation of the correct property boundaries, the disagreement is considered a civil matter and is not within the jurisdiction of the Town's revIew processes, The property owner of 166 Avenida Miraflores, Chester Judah, has indicated that he objects to the fencing proposal. Copies of his emails as well as a letter, dated August 29, 2000 are attached, (Exhibit 3). RECOMMENDA TION: The Board should review this project with respect to Zoning Ordinance Sections 4 02.07 (Guiding Principles), If the Board finds the design to be acceptable and in conformance with the Town's Design Guidelines, then Staff has no objections to the approval of this project, EXHffiITS: 1 Conditions of approval 2, Application, plans and supplemental materials dated August 9, 2000 3 Emails, dated June 16 and June 19,2000 and a letter, dated August 29,2000 from Chester Judah. TlBURON DESIGN REVIEW BOARD STAFF REPORT SEPTEMBER 21.2000 4 CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL 163 Avenida Miraflores FILE #700150 I. This approval shall be used within 3 years of the approval date, and shall become null and void unless a building permit has been issued. 2. The development of this project shall conform with the revised application dated by the Town of Tiburon on June 22, 2000, or as amended by these conditions of approval. Any modifications to the plans received July 24, 2000, must receive further design review and approvals. 3. The applicant shall submit any additional plans required by the Building Official or the Town Engineer. 4. Plans submitted to the Building Department for plan check shall be identical to those approved by the Design Review Board. If any changes are made to the approved Design Review plans, the permit holder is responsible for clearly identifying all such changes when submitted to the Building Department for plan check. Such changes must be clearly highlighted (with a "bubble" or "cloud") on the submitted plans. A list describing in detail all such changes shall be submitted and attached to the building plans, with a signature block to be signed by the Design Review Staff member indicating that these changes have been reviewed and are approved, or require additional Design Review. All changes that have not been explicitly approved by Staff as part of the Building Plan Check process are not approved. Construction that does not have Design Review approval is not valid and shall be subject to stop work orders and may require removal. TIBURON DESIGN REViEW BOARD STAFF REPORT SEPTEMBER 21, 2000 5 TOWN OF TlBURON i JCO' ""of .0 o. r... 1.-\ i,.r "_~ ~,', ~,; . i- t' 1;; lo" ~ ~ '; ~ . '" 1'<~.. 1 ~~f~'~"" !Zi U"N'P.' \..~. ..... , 1505 TIBURON BOULEVARD. TIBURON . CALIFORNIA 94920 . (415) 435-7373 FAX (415) 435-2438 EXHIBIT NO. ~ NOTICE OF DESIGN REVIEW BOARD ACTION On September 21, 2000, the Tiburon Design Review Board took the following action: Granted approval for a new fence to be located at 163 Avenida Miraflores (File #7001150). Approved as submitted ~ Approved with conditions Denied as submitted Continued Please review the attached materials (if any) to acquaint yourself with the conditions of approval or other requirements. The following materials are attached and should be retained for your records: Approved plans Appeal provisions of the Town No attachments ,/ Other-Conditions of Approval Minutes of the Design Review Board meeting are generally available within 3 weeks following the meeting, and will be provided upon request. After Design Review approval, you are required to obtain a Building Permit from the Tiburon Building Department for your project. Information on Building Permit procedures may be obtained by calling the Building Department at (415) 435-7380. For additional information regarding this application, please call me at (415) 435-7397. Sincerely, C~'-~) ~ Emi Theriault Associate Planner FINAL CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL 163 Avenida Miratlores FILE #700150 I. This approval shall be used within 3 years of the approval date, and shall become null and void unless a building permit has been issued. Note: although this approval must be used within 3 years, the unauthorized fencing currently existing on the subject property is subject to code enforcement and must be removed in a timely manner. 2. The development of this project shall conform with the revised application dated by the Town of Tiburon on June 22, 2000, or as amended by these conditions of approval. Any modifications to the plans received July 24, 2000, must receive further design review and approvals. 3. The new fence must be installed at the location of the existing, unapproved fence, in the area adjacent to the property at 165 Avenida Miratlores with the exception of the portion of the fencing adjacent to Avenida Miratlores. Fencing in this area must be set back from the property line 3 feet. The applicant must submit a revised site plan retlecting these conditions prior to the issuance of a building permit. 4. The applicant shall submit any additional plans required by the Building Official or the Town Engineer. 5. Plans submitted to the Building Department for plan check shall be identical to those approved by the Design Review Board. If any changes are made to the approved Design Review plans, the permit holder is responsible for clearly identifying all such changes when submitted to the Building Department for plan check. Such changes must be clearly highlighted (with a "bubble" or "cloud") on the submitted plans. A list describing in detail all such changes shall be submitted and attached to the building plans, with a signature block to be signed by the Design Review Staff member indicating that these changes have been reviewed and are approved, or require additional Design Review. All changes that have not been explicitly approved by Staff as part of the Building Plan Check process are not approved. Construction that does not have Design Review approval is not valid and shall be subject to stop work orders and may require removal. TlBURON DESIGN REVIEW BOARD SEPTEMBER 21,2000 TOWN OF TIBURON LAND DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION TYPE OF APPLICATION 0 Conditional Use Permit 0 Design Review (DRBI 0 Tentative Subdivision Map 0 Precise Development Plan 0 Design Review (Staff level) 0 Final Subdivision Map 0 Conceptual Master Plan 0 Variance 0 Parcel Map 0 Rezoning/Prezoning 0 Sign Permit 0 Lot Una Adjustment 0 Zoning Text Amendment 0 Tree Permit 0 Certificate of Compliance 0 General Plan Amendment 0 Underground Waiver 0 Other SITE ADDRESS: PARCEL NUMBER: APPLICANT REQUIRED INFORMATION It'S 1~v'e,,\J,-c tln",Jk'J'eI PROPERTY SIZE: ZONING: OWNER OF PROPERTY: MAILING ADDRESS: CITY /ST ATE/ZIP: PHONE NUMBER: ( '1':..,'"<12D FAX ,~S'i-II be "bc'\A.o. APPLICANT: (Other than Property Owner) MAILING ADDRESS: CITY/STATEIZIP: PHONE NUMBER: ,~_,-,".4.""'.....t:. .;"L) FAX L~-,-;;r-'1h../I, /'y'? ! I ( 4 (f -'::;4 c ~ , , I', I ~_, . ,";"; I'" 1/ (-Ul.Ll" (; ARCHITECT/DESIGNER/ENGINEER: MAILING ADDRESS: I' C. I~c ^ CITY/STATE/ZIP: :,.,.",-;''1- /(0'" PHONE NUMBER: {- ;:' - <~(:, _ ["':. ':':'>'-t FAX "/,' / - (..-;'-/ /., " .' /I Plea~;e indicate with an asterisk (*) persons to whom correspondence should be sent. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSED PROJECT (attach separate sheet if needed): I~-(:I',.L. - r.,:.......~.:-...:- .~" ,( ff.{ J..,,-J I, the undersigned owner (or authorized agent) of the property herein described, hereby make application for approval of the plans sublliilted and made a part of this application in accordance with the provisions of the Town Ordinances, and I hereby certify that the inforfilation given is true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief. I uIHJcrstand that the requested approval is for my benefit (or that of my principal). Therefore, if the Town grams the approval, with or without conditions. and that action is challenged by a third party, I will be responsible for defending against this challe~lge. [therefore agree to accept this responsibility for defense at the request of tile Town and also agree to defend, indemnify and hold the Town harmless from any costs, claims or liabilities arising from the approval, including, without limitation, any award of attorneys fees that might result from the III ird party challenge. ! j, --)' oj.. ,.' Signature: '~/-, ( (-./~-- Date: <-"}/cc (I f other t1i~1lI owner: must have ielter from owner) DO NOT WRITE BELOW THIS LINE "I DEPARTMENTAL PROCESSING INFORMATION I, Application No.: 7oC'/s,-V / Fee Deposit: . ,;200-+ ,:j",G L. Date ReceIved: ~;0a- Received By: ffI-y Receipt # -PI /9d-t,Q :<,5 '<I.,' Date Deemed Complete:._ ~ f\ 'V;~\ _ '\\ -;' Cc,,- By: [ ~- r' ~ Acting Body __'_____~_ Actioi1:_ Date: ____ Conditions of Approval or Comments: Resolution or Ordinance If: fQ'''''I.oolic9199 EXHIBIT NO. 5 Farnoosh Hariri 163 Avenida Miraflores, Tiburon, CA 94920 Tel: 339-2355 Fax: 289-1160 August 9, 2000 To: Town ofTiburon Re: Proposed Fence for 163 Avenida Miraflores, Tiburon Chairman Paul Smith and Members of the Design Review Board, We are submitting an application for approval of a fence for our above addressed property. We received an approval from the staff on February 22,2000 for the same fence not to exceed 4' in height. We withdrew the application in response to an appeal from our neighbour at 165 Avenida Miraflores. Subsequently, we filed and obtained a building permit (no design review required for this height of a fence), for the same fence not to exceed 3'.6", hired a contractor, purchased material and commenced the work. Shortly after, we were served with a stop notice. On June 28,2000 we met with Mr. Dean Bloomquist, Town of Tiburon Building Official and our contractor Coggins Fence Co. at the site and based on their recommendations, we are applying for a 6' high fence in view of the following facts: A) There is a swimming pool on the property, B) There is varied topography and steepness requiring various heights offence, C) There is a 2' high concrete planter box, between our property and 165 Avenida Miraflores. D) There is a small area where some filling of maximum 20" is required in order to comply with city's requirement for the maximum vertical clearance between grade and the bottom of the barrier not to exceed 2 inches. Please feel free to call me if you have any question or to arrange a site visit. Sincerely, C)(~? Famoosh Hariri - ...... - Attachment: I) Staff approval, Dated February 22, 2000, 2) Site plan and detailed drawing from Coggins Fence Co. 3) Plot Plan showing 163 and 165 Avenida Miraflores. 4) Copy of the Survey by Oberkamper, Civil Engineer. 5) Color copy of the fence brochure. ~_Ii'""" _C>-_'?';~? ':"',.. r "<-..,.,, If..1t'..o:..."...ti!'''"".,i "." AUG 9 2000 PLtI"II\llt',.~: r-.; :~!,:': \'j,....,..__..:.-:;.:..... TOV.Ji': ,_,1- : :,;.', HW~~"d-~JuU ~CJ ubI ,8 AM \' -- e' 0' MIoXIMUIot IT 6011 84" ...., S" I+- COGGINS FENce & SUPPLY INC. ~.., IN. ."""'. 5/9" PLAJ:N PICKET (4 1/2" O.C,) 2 RAIL nNCE (S' HIGH) tAX ,~U. 4 \/2" r. Jl 'I S" 68" S' ...., 8" I+- COGGINS FENCE . SIJPPIoY, :UlC. P.O.BOX 343 CL~ 210646 ~'rA lICSA, CA 95402 (707) 546-0294 FAX 546-0211 DlWIIR IY: .NO 02-050-15195 ICAL&: 1101:& 1lAGI&: uvum: .nI:l 02-o5-1U5 I':rr.&: U10S2D 1 oE 1 I I / /\ / I 0\ \ , \ I :t. " r , \ ~~ ' \ " . I? ",'to ,,\1' .A"l~" ;;: j,," " ~ ,+ Q\ Ul l:7 '" (l '" ~ -I~ ::b ::0 Q;g ~ m 2:-i (') (;~ l'n ~~ t.C =< el'J. ~ f'll ~~ g f.... ";'""7 C) ..., :: ~ T"j; 1:11'1 a III ~- Iil _'J "------ - -- ~ o '" " \'> .,: )> '-( ~... c, li::..;J IliJ'J ,) ) \ \~)\\. , ~ "'t-. \),.\;;' \ . . ) >Cf'_ 1- '\:;-, >-t \ "":;' "~ Farnoosh Hariri 163 Avenida Miraflores, Tiburon, CA 94920 Tel: 415-339-2355 Fax: 415-289-1160 t.:L4IBIT NO. ~ Octeber 23,2000 rlE~~' OCT 2 3 2000 Emi Theriault, Associate Planner City of Tiburon 1501 Tiburon Blvd. Tiburon, Ca 94920 Fax: 435-2438 eLi<- . T\'=;'j):'~ Re: .Proposed Fence for 163 Avenida Miraflores, Tiburon. File #700150 Dear'Eini, Enclosed is a revised plan for our fence, As shown Mr. Chester Judah and Ms. Kathleen Gallagher who had appealed the Design Review Board's decision are in support of this revised proposal. In addition, I have been told by Farideh Petri, that she is working with her parents at 165 Avenida Miraflores and that she is hopeful to have their decision of support this week. I also would like to make sure, that the correction is made, that the staff's opinion was to have the fence be installed at least three feet from the existing sidewalk, not from the property line as indicated in the "Final Condition of Approval". I am available to meet with the members of the Town council at their convenience and can be reached at 971-3592. -, "I '-' m f) lli bl! i\i I~ II, --.., t" ~ ~:r <l>~ ~~ '" <> lj~ . 0 0 ? I .. '" r4 '- I I 0 ~ I ~ ~ -~ ~ " " " 0- j il S . " . ,s 0 i ~ -< 4'1 ~ " ~ ~ ! -< ~ . ~ 0 il li "' " 0- -li ~ ~ . ~ F' <.-' ~ c.-. c;'~ ("J f-- L<J u .;) n:: Cl y_ ~ . f,' .' '\ ""'->0. -'I ~ "- Ii, > ;;; Cl y H l'J - -~ OlD - ii1 en, =LeU r II '" Ll '" '" -1--1 iii' ~ I I J '~ 'J ~ "v J'! ~~ cJ' ~",,, Q('" " ~ ~ ~ ~ ~\\\~ -:;~;.L ~e'l~ TOWN OF TIBURON STAFF REpORT ITEM NO. t lJ MEETING DATE: 11/1/2000 To: From: Subject: Date: TOWN COUNCIL SCOTT ANDERSON, PLANNING DIRECTOR ~ FERRY AREA ACCESS AND SAFETY IMPROVEMENT PROJECT OCTOBER 24, 2000 BACKGROUND In July 2000 the Town received approval for a $710,000.00 grant to construct ferry area access and safety improvements in the vicinity of the Blue & Gold Ferry Dock and Angel Island Ferry Dock in Downtown Tiburon, The grant had originally been earmarked for replacement of the Blue & Gold Ferry dock float with a larger and ADA-accessible float, but the Blue & Gold Fleet voluntarily agreed to upgrade its float to meet ADA guidelines. The Town then successfully petitioned the California Transportation Commission to reapply the grant monies to other access and safety improvements in the vicinity. The Council authorized matching funds up to $134,000.00 and authorized Staff to proceed with detailed drawings, environmental review, and securing of required permits from other agencies, including BCDC, Caltrans, and the Army Corps of Engineers. The project now comes before the Town Council for formal adoption of the environmental determination and approval of the project. PROJECT DESCRIl'TION Major project elements are as follows: · Installation of a new approximately 2, 100 square foot, brick pedestrian plaza east of the Blue & Gold ferry dock to link the existing Tiburon Boulevard bus loading and drop-off zone with the ferry access deck (Zelinsky Bridge), · Replacement of the aging and deteriorated ferry access deck (the Allan Thompson Walkway) behind the Guaymas and Servino Restaurants with a new pile-supported walkway that will have ADA-accessible ramps, The replacement walkway would extend all the way to the Angel Island Ferry dock (it currently stops short of it). Tiburon Town Council Staff Report 11///2000 I . Improved lighting, new seating, trash containers, ferry signs and schedules for two ferry arcades that connect Main Street with the Blue & Gold and Angel Island ferry docks. · Improvements to the bus stop area on Tiburon Boulevard adjacent to the Point Tiburon Plaza that would include new lighting, seating, trash containers, a new bus shelter/canopy, and landscape maintenance, · Improvements to the brick plaza in front of 1700-1704 Tiburon Boulevard north of the ferry arcades are proposed, including new seating and trash containers, lighting, ferry signage/schedules, and landscaping. Conceptual drawings are contained within the Initial Study referenced below and will be on display at the public hearing. These are essentially the same drawings that the Town Council viewed at its meeting on March 15,2000. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW The firm ofLSA Associates was retained to prepare the environmental review document for this project. An Initial Study & Draft Negative Declaration (Exhibit I) was prepared and released for public review on September 22,2000. The Initial Study determined that there was the potential for impacts in the areas of biological resources (fish spawning disturbance), aesthetic resources (potential lighting impacts), and hazardous materials (removal of old pilings and placement of new ones). Mitigation measures were identified that would reduce any such impacts to a less than significant level. The Town has agreed to implement these mitigation measures. The public and agency comment period on the Initial Study and Draft Negative Declaration ended on October 23, 2000. One comment letter (Exhibit 2), from the Department of Toxic Substances Control, was received on October 13, 2000. The letter expressed concern about the quality of the approximately 100 cubic yards of material that would be excavated from the lawn area of Shoreline Park to create the proposed brick pedestrian plaza area. Shoreline Park and the lawn areas were installed as part of the Point Tiburon (Southern Pacific Railroad) project in the mid- 1980s, Staff contacted the Town Engineer at the time, Stanley Bala, who reported that clean fill was placed on the site'to create the raised turf areas of Shoreline Park. Mr. Bala indicated that the fill did not originate from the former railroad yard, and that there is no reason to believe that any contamination would be found in the Shoreline Park lawn areas during excavation, Therefore, no additional testing is warranted and no additional mitigation is required. GENERAL PLAN & ZONING CONFORMANCE General Plan The Downtown sub-element of the Tiburon General Plan is the operative section of that document with respect to the ferry access and safety improvement project. The following policies from that General Plan sub-element are germane: Tiburon Town Council StofJReport 1l/1/2000 2 DT-I. Pedestrian access to walerfront activity shall be encouraged. The proposed project would enhance pedestrian access to the bay through Shoreline Park, through the three pedestrian access easements connecting Main Street to the waterfront, and through extension of the Allan Thompson Walkway to the Angel Island Ferry Dock. DT-I5. New development in Downtown Tiburon shall enhance the existing streetscape by providing architecturally appropriate and harmonious street furniture, landscaping, signage and lighting. The proposed project would enhance the existing streetscape, landscaping, signage and lighting through the installation of higher quality walking surfaces, light fixtures, sings, and landscaping. All proposed improvements are near grade and would not result in view blockage, DT-I6. Details of new Downtown Tiburon development such as height of signage, arcades and canopies shall be designed to relate to pedestrian scale. The proposed improvements are designed to relate to the pedestrian scale and are primarily intended to enhance pedestrian use and enjoyment of the ferry-related facilities in Downtown Tiburon, DT-I7. All exterior lighting in Down/own Tibul'On (ineluding signs) shall be designed to be unobtrusive, non-glaring and directed on the sile served. Mitigation measures approved as part of the project require that lighting be placed so as to prohibit spillover illumination or glare onto adjoining properties, Zoning Ordinance Provisions of the Tiburon Zoning Ordinance primarily relate to allowed uses in the Downtown area. This project proposes no new uses However, certain elements of the project (lighting, signage, walkway extension, etc) would normally require separate design review or sign permits. The Town Council should consider the following options to address these permit requirements: . Allow the normal review process to prevail (Design Review Board or Staff-level approvals). . Adopt an ordinance exempting this project from the normal review procedures. This approach has been used frequently in the recent past to streamline the review process and reduce costs for publicly financed projects. Review authority is typically reserved exclusively to the Town Council, with referrals to various Boards and Commissions at the discretion of the Town Council. An example of such an ordinance adopted for the Zelinsky Park project is attached as Exhibit 3. Tiburon Town Council Stoff Report 11/1/2000 3 RECOMMENDA TION . That the Town Council hold a public hearing on the project. . That the Town Council direct Staff to prepare a draft ordinance establishing streamlined permit review procedures for this project, including final review and approval by the Town Council of working drawings, and optional referral of drawings to other boards and commiSSions. . That the Town Council adopt the Resolution (Exhibit 4) adopting the Negative Declaration and approving the project. EXHIBITS 1. Initial Study and Draft Negative Declaration prepared by LSA Associates dated September 2000, 2. Letter from State Department of Toxic Substances Control dated 10/13/00. 3, Example of ordinance adopting streamlined review procedures. 4, Draft Resolution of approval. Ferry area access report.doc Tiburon Town Council Staff Report 11/1/2000 4 Winston H. Hickox Agency Secretary California Environmental Protection Agency Edwin F. Lowry, Director 700 Heinz Avenue, Suite 200 Berkeley, California 94710-2721 *"( ~ . lFll['~ @@if'~7 . , Gray DaVIS Governor e Department of Toxic Substances Control October 11, 2000 R"" ""7"" -~n , li:t:~~t;~J ~'j' t:W Mr. Scott Anderson Planning Director Town of Tiburon 1505 Tiburon Boulevard Tiburon, California 94920 OCT 1 3 2000 r:....:.,:~: "; :i~ r':'::,;n:'~>:-' TC:;iJ c;;~ 1:;,-;:~::~,,:1 Dear Mr. Anderson: Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the Initial Study for the Downtown Ferry Area Improvement Project [SCH# 2000092049], located along the downtown watefront area in Tiburon. As you may be aware, the California Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) oversees the cleanup of sites where hazardous substances have been released pursuant to the California Health and Safety Code, Division 20, Chapter 6.8. As a resource agency, DTSC is submitting comments to ensure that the environmental documentation prepared for this project to address the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) adequately addresses any required remediation activities which may be required to address any hazardous substances release. The Initial Study identifies in the Ferry Pedestrian Plaza that a portion of a grassy mound, approximately 100 cubic yards of soil, would be removed to allow construction of the plaza. DTSC recommends that the source of the soil be determined. Depending on the source or if it cannot be determined, we recommend that sampling be conducted to determine whether any hazardous substances may be present, and if this is an issue which will need to be addressed in the CEQA compliance document. If hazardous substances have been released, they will need to be addressed as part of this project. For example, if the remediation activities include the need for soil excavation, the CEQA document should include: (1) an assessment of air impacts and health impacts associated with the excavation activities; (2) identification of any applicable local standards which may be exceeded by the excavation activities, including dust levels and noise; (3) transportation impacts from the removal or remedial activities; and (4) risk of upset should be there an accident at the Site DTSC can assist your agency in overseeing characterization and cleanup activities through our Voluntary Cleanup Program. A fact sheet describing this program is enclosed. We are aware that projects such as this one are typically on a compressed schedule, and in an effort to use the available review time efficiently, we request that DTSC be included in any meetings where issues relevant to our statutory authority are @ Printed on Recycled Paper EXHIBIT NO. ~ p. i.fJ.. ": .,.. Mr. Scott Anderson October 11, 2000 Page 2 discussed. Please contact Lynn Nakashima of my staff at (510) 540-3839 if you have any questions or would like to schedule a meeting. Thank you in advance for your cooperation in this matter. Sincerely, ~ CO 0YL Barbara J. Cook, P.E., Chief Northern California - Coastal Cleanup Operations Branch Enclosures cc: without enclosures Governor's Office of Planning and Research State Clearinghouse P. O. Box 3044 Sacramento, California 95812-3044 Guenther Moskat CEQA Tracking Center Department of Toxic Substances Control P.O. Box 806 Sacramento, California 95812-0806 EX-TIIBIT NO. 1 p r .1 ..f .J.. IFn[b~ ~@~)J ORDINANCE NO. 451 N.S. A1~ ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF TIBURON ESTABLISHING PLA1~G PROCEDURES FOR THE PROPOSED ZELINSKY PARKIRAILROAD MARSH FLOODPLAIN PROJECT LOCATED ON TOWN OF TIBURON-OWNED LAND BEHIND THE TIBURON TOWN HALL AND BEL VEDERE- TIBURON PUBLIC LIBRARY BUILDINGS AT 1501 & 1505 TIBURON BOULEVARD (PORTIONS OF ASSESSOR PARCEL NOS. 58-171-62 & 85) The Town Council of the Town ofTiburon does ordain as follows: SECTION 1. PURPOSE The Town ofTiburon is proposing to make landscaping, grading, drainage and passive public recreation improvements to a portion of the Railroad Marsh Floodplain located behind the Tiburon Town Hall and Belvedere- Tiburon Public Library buildings at 1505 and 1501 Tiburon Boulevard. The improvements would include a suitable recognition of the contributions of the Zelinsky Family toward making the Town Hall and Library buildings a reality, Under provisions of the Tiburon Zoning Ordinance, this project would require a review by and recommendation from the Parks & Open Space Commission and issuance of a conditional use permit from the Planning Commission. The Tiburon Town Council is adopting this ordinance for the purpose of establishing more streamlined planning procedures for approval of this major public investment, and providing for direct Town Council review and approval of the project. This ordinance exempts the Zelinsky Park/Railroad Marsh Floodplain project from provisions of the Tiburon Zoning Ordinance while establishing review procedures for the project. The purpose of the ordinance is to streamline the review process in order to reduce public costs of the project while preserving the public input process by making;the Town Council the sole decision-making body for the project. SECTION 2, EXEMPTION FROM ZONING ORDINANCE The Zelinsky Park/Railroad Marsh Floodplain project proposed for Town- owned property located behind 150 I and 1505 Tiburon Boulevard (Assessor Parcels 58-171-62 and 85) shall be exempt from all provisions of the Tiburon Zoning Ordinance, Tiburon Municipal Code Chapter 16. Town ofTiburon Ordinance No. ~51 NS Effective 1l/19/99 1 EXHIBIT NO. e. (,+.3 .3 SECTION 3. REVIEW PROCEDURES ESTABLISHED Plans for the Zelinsky Park/Railroad Marsh Floodplain project shall be reviewed pursuant to the following procedures: (A) The Town Council shall hold one Of mOfe public meetings to review and approve conceptual drawings for the project, and shall hold one or more public meetings to review and approve final working drawings for the project. (B) The project is subject to the California Environmental Quality Act, Public Resources Code 21000, et seq., ("CEQA") and the necessary environmental review shall be conducted at the appropriate states of the project as required by sate law. (C) At any time during the process, the Town Council may, as it deems appropriate, refer the project to the MarshlFloodplain Improvement Committee, Planning Commission, Design Review Board, or any other Council-appointed Board or Committee for that group's input or analysis. Such referrals shall be advisory and not binding on the Council. (0) Prior to any work on the site, the Town's Building Official shall issue a grading or building permit for the project as necessary. (E) The project shall be exempt from all Town fees. SECTION 4. SEVERABILITY If any section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase of this Ordinance is for any reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional by a decision of the court of competent jurisdiction, such section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase shall be deemed severable and shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of the Ordinance. The Town Council of the' Town of Tiburon hereby declares that it would have passed this Ordinance, any section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase thereof, irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections, subsections, sentences, clauses or phrases may be declared invalid or unconstitutional. SECTION 5. EFFECTIVE DATE This Ordinance shall take effect and be in force thirty (30) days after the date of passage and before the expiration of fifteen (15) days after its passage a copy of the ordinance shall be published with the names of the members voting for and against it at least once in a newspaper of general circulation published in the T own of Tiburon. Town ofTiburon Ordinance No. 451 NS Effective 11/19/99 2 EXHIBIT NO. 3 (', J .f.3 -_._--------~-- ,,,,0. This Ordinance was introduced at a regular meeting of the Town Council held on October 6, 1999 and was adopted at a regular meeting of the Town Council of the Town ofTiburon on October 20, 1999, by the following vote: NOES: ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: COUNCILMEMBERS: Bach, Hennessy, Matthews, Thompson None Gram AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: 7~ci. . DIANE CRANE IAC~WN CLERK Zelinsky park exempt orddoc Town ofTiburon EXHIBIT NO. ..3 Ordinance No. 451 NS. Effective 1l/19/99 ~, 3 j, J 3 0'", , . RESOLUTION NO. A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF TIBURON ADOPTING A NEGA TIVE DECLARATION AND APPROVING A PROJECT PROPOSING FERRY-RELATED ACCESS AND SAFETY IMPROVEMENTS IN THE DOWNTOWN AREA IN THE VICINITY OF THE BLUE & GOLD FERRY DOCK WHEREAS, the Town Council of the Town of Tiburon does resolve as follows: WHEREAS, Town ofTiburon has developed drawings for improvements to the subject area entitled "Tiburon Ferry Area Improvements" prepared by LSA Associates and dated March, 2000 ( 6 sheets); and WHEREAS, the project is subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the Town determined that an Initial Study must be prepared and authorized the preparation of such a study in August 2000; and WHEREAS, the Tiburon Planning Department determined that based upon the completed Initial Study, a Mitigated Negative Declaration was required for the project pursuant to CEQA; and WHEREAS, in September 2000, a Draft Mitigated Negative Declaration was completed and Notices of such were posted, mailed, and advertised in the ARK newspaper to announce a 30-day public review period for review and comment on the Initial StudylDraft Mitigated Negative Declaration; and WHEREAS, following closure of the 30-day public review period on October 23, 2000, the Town Council conducted a public hearing on November I, 2000 to receive public testimony on the Draft Mitigated Negative Declaration and project plans, and heard and considered all public testimony on the matter, reviewed and considered the information contained in the Initial Study and the Draft Mitigated Negative Declaration, any and all comments and responses thereto; and WHEREAS, the Town Council finds the project to be consistent with the Tiburon General Plan and Tiburon Zoning Ordinance, as set forth in the Staff Report dated October 24, 2000, NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Town Council ofthe Town of Tiburon does hereby make the following findings: 1. Notice of the public review period and hearing on the Mitigated Negative Declaration was given as required by law and said hearing was conducted pursuant to Sections 15073 and 15074 of the State CEQA Guidelines and Tiburon Town Council Resolution No. --1--/2000 1 EXHIBITNO.~ f-Iot-4- pursuant to provisions of the Town's Local CEQA Guidelines. 2. All individuals and groups desiring to comment on the Initial Study and Draft Mitigated Negative Declaration were given the opportunity to address the Town Council. 3. The Mitigated Negative Declaration for the project consists of the Initial Study document dated September 2000, the Negative Declaration form, the Mitigation Monitoring Program, and any supporting information that may be referenced therein. 4. The Mitigated Negative Declaration was completed in compliance with the intent and requirements ofCEQA, the State CEQA Guidelines, and the Town's Local CEQA Guidelines. 5, The Town Council has found that there is no substantial evidence in the record sufficient to support a fair argument that the project will have a significant unmitigated impact on the environment. 6. The Town Council has found that the project is consistent with the goals and policies of the Tiburon General Plan, as set forth and documented in the Staff Report dated October 24, 2000, NOW, THEREFORE BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Town Council of the Town ofTiburon does hereby: 1. Adopt the Mitigated Negative Declaration for the project. 2. Approve the Ferry Area Access & Safety Improvement Project as set forth on the drawings referenced above, subject to review provisions as set forth by ordinances applicable to the project. 3. Adopt the Mitigation Monitoring Program attached as Exhibit "A" hereto. 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Project Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 3 C. Environmental Factors Potentially Affected .......................... 21 D. Evaluation of Environmental Impacts ............................... 22 E. Environmental Impacts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 25 F. Draft Mitigation Monitoring Report Plan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 50 G. Report Preparers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 52 H. Sources Contacted or Cited ....................................... 52 FIGURES Figur~ I: Regional Vicinity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 4 Figure 2: Project Area and Existing Conditions ............................... 5 Figure 3: Schematic Plan ................................................ 7 Figure 4: Pedestrian Plaza Subarea. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 9 Figure 5: Replacement Deck and Arcade Subarea . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 11 Figure 6: Tiburon Boulevard Subarea ..................................... 13 Figure 7: Schematic Elevations .......................................... 15 Figure 8: Land Use Designations ......................................... 17 TABLES Table I: Draft Mitigation and Monitoring Program........................... 51 P:\TOI03I\JnilialSlUdy'oC'heckJill_wpd(9!\4IOO) P:ITot03l\Jnitial SnulyIOlectlist.wp:l (9J141OO) \1 INITIAL STUDY ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST FORM . . . A. Summary Information 1. Project Title: Tiburon Ferry Area Improvements 2. Lead Agency Name and Address: Town of Tiburon 1505 Tiburon Blvd. Tiburon, CA 94920 3. Contact Person and Phone Nnmber: Scott Anderson, Planning Director (415) 435-7392 4. Project Location: The Tiburon Ferry Improvements project area is located along the downtown waterfront area in the vicinity of the Blue and Gold Ferry Dock. Project improvements are planned for the westernmost portion of the Downtown Shoreline Park, the deck area connecting the Blue and Gold ferry dock with the Angel Island ferry dock, the ferry concourse arcades connecting Main Street with the Blue and Gold ferry dock, and the bus loading and sidewalk area in the vicinity of the Tiburon Boulevard and Main Street intersection. 5. Project Sponsor's Name and Address: Town ofTiburon 1505 Tiburon Boulevard Tiburon, CA 94920 6. General Plan Designation: Neighborhood Commercial (NC) Public/Quasi-Public (P) Village Commercial (VC) 7. Zoning: Neighborhood Commercial (NC) Public/Quasi-Public (P) Village Commercial (VC) 8. Description of Project: See project description below. P",Todlll\JnitiaISrudy\Olec.ldin.wpd(91I""OO) 9. Surrounding Land Uses and Setting: See project description below. 10. Other agencies whose approval is required (e.g., permits, financing approval, or participation agreement.) I. San Francisco Bay Conservation and Development Commission (BCDC) 2. San Francisco Bay Regional Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB) 3. U.S. Army Corp of Engineers (Corps) 4. California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) 5. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) I'ITol031\1nitialSludylCha:ldia-wpcl(9f141OO) 2 B. Project Description 1. Introduction The Town of Tiburon Ferry Area Improvements project (project) is located in the vicinity of the existing dock used by the Blue and Gold Ferry fleet at the Town's waterfront. Figure I shows the regional location of the project. Figure 2 shows the project area and the existing layout of the docks, decks, public arcades, plazas, stairs, pedestrian access, automobile access, bus stops, bus loading areas and other features in the vicinity of the ferry area. The project proposes to enhance public pedestrian and bus transit user access to and connections between the ferry, bus transit, and bayfront uses by replacing stairs and providing new ramps, walkways, lighting, landscaping, and safety features in the vicinity of the Blue and Gold ferry dock. Figures 3 through 7 show the proposed schematic plan for the ferry area improvements, and subarea details of the improvements. 2. Setting of Project Area and Vicinity The project area is used regularly by pedestrians for shopping, recreation, and ferry access. The portion of Main Street extending west from Tiburon Boulevard (the ferry concourse and deck area) is lined with restaurants and retail stores (see Figure 2). The Downtown Shoreline Park, a landscaped park, extends eastward along the waterfront from the existing bus stop area at Tiburon Boulevard. A relatively small area is currently provided for ferry users to congregate along a short bridge (Zelinksy Bridge) leading to Shoreline Park and along a wooden deck adjacent to the Guaymas Restaurant. The existing access from Tiburon Boulevard and Main Street to the Blue and Gold and the Angel Island ferry docks is circuitous and not well marked for ferry users. Two sets of stairs and a "jog" around a gate provide obstacles for accessing the Blue and Gold Ferry Dock from Main Street or the arcades (see Figure 2). Pedestrian and ferry user amenities such as easily visible ferry schedules, trash receptacles, lighting, and seating are lacking in the project area. Additionally, transit and ferry user loading and unloading areas are often congested during peak drop-off and pick-up times. Some existing trees and landscaping is overgrown in the bus loading area. Approximately 300 feet of sidewalk along Tiburon Boulevard, north of the intersection with Main Street, narrows from 8 to 5 feet causing pedestrian congestion at peak commute hours. Land uses in the vicinity oftheproject include medium- to high-density residential, commercial, open space, and public/quasi-public space. Figure 8 shows the Town of Tiburon General Plan designations for the ferry improvement area. An open-space/commercial area lies to the north of the project area; the Point Tiburon condominium complex is located to the northeast; the San Francisco Bay is located to the south, and the Shoreline Park lies to the east. 3. Background In 1991, grant funding for the project became available under the Proposition 116 California Transportation Commission (CTC) Water-Borne Ferry Program. 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In May 1999, a public workshop was held at which the condominium residents restated their resistance to a redesigned pier. At this meeting, representatives of the Blue and Gold fleet proposed, as a compromise measure, to replace the existing ferry dock, at no cost to the Town, with a new, ADA-accessible ferry dock similar in design to the variable-height ramp (VHR) system used at Pier 4 I in San Francisco. This compromise appeared to be acceptable to the Point Tiburon residents. Subsequent to the May 1999 meeting, Town staff contacted the CDC to discuss other possible ferry-related projects for the grant funding. CTC staff indicated that the grant could be used to fund projects that serve to reinforce pedestrian activity and encourage public transit usage adjacent to the ferry dock. In January of2000, Tiburon staff engaged the consulting firm ofLSA Associates, Inc. to prepare schematic designs and estimate the probable cost for pedestrian and public transit improvements associated with the ferry dock. Subsequently, the following activities took place: A design "charrette" was held on January 20, 2000 and attended by representatives of the Town, transit providers, and affected local businesses to discuss initial design concepts. Existing layout, site features and use patterns (pedestrians, tourists, cyclists, bus and ferry) were diagramed. Three schematic alternatives were developed and presented to Town staff and council members at the February 16,2000 Town Council meeting. Based on comments received on these alternatives, a single preferred alternative was chosen for further development. At the March 15, 2000 Council meeting, the schematic preferred alternative and estimate of probable cost was presented and approved for presentation to the CTC as part ofthe revised grant application. . On July 20, 2000, the Town obtained California Department of Transportation and CTC approval and initial funding for the ferry area improvement project, described herein. The proposed project would be consistent with other ongoing Town projects and would help realize the Town's vision of improved pedestrian access along the Main Street waterfront. The ferry area improvements would complement the Main Street ADA-compliance project completed in May 2000. This project consisted of sidewalk widening and ADA-accessibility improvements to storefronts along the length of Main Street, Tiburon's historic thoroughfare. The Town also recently completed an inventory of all structures along Main Street and Ark Row, and is currently developing a set of downtown design guidelines for future public and private development, such as new street furniture, street lighting, and pedestrian circulation. The Downtown DeSIgn Guidelines are planned to be completed in early 2001. The Town envisions that the ferry area improvement project will act as a catalyst to realize additional transit and pedestrian-oriented development in downtown Tiburon. I'ITDIOll']nitiIJSIUdY'.Q1cck.hsl.wpd(91l4JOOj 18 4. Features of Proposed Project The proposed ferry area improvement project schematic plan is shown in Figure 3. Figures 4 through 7 show proposed improvements to specific areas of the schematic plan. The following identifies the major features to be incorporated into the project. a, Ferry Pedestrian Plaza: A new approximately 2, 1 00 square foot, brick pedestrian plaza is proposed to link the existing Tiburon Boulevard bus loading and drop-off zone with the ferry access deck (Zelinsky Bridge). The plaza would feature a widened (approximately 20 feet) and direct pedestrian access route to the ferry, lighting, seating, and other pedestrian-friendly features that would unifY existing and planned Tiburon streetscape elements. Lighting, signage and ferry schedule infor- mation would be improved (see Figures 4 and 7). An existing concrete walk (approximately 1,000 square feet) east of the proposed plaza would be removed and replaced with turf as part of the project. A portion of a grassy mound (approximately 100 cubic yards of dirt) would be removed to allow construction of the plaza. The new plaza would be designed and sloped to drain into the surrounding turf area or street stonnwater system and to minimize stonnwater drainage into the rip rap along the shoreline. b. Ferry Access Deck Improvements: The project proposes to replace the aging and deteriorated ferry access deck (the Allan Thompson Walkway) along the bayfront and eliminate the current steps and "jog" which pedestrians must currently navigate to access the ferry dock (see Figure 2). A replacement pile-supported deck and ramps are proposed to extend along the bayside of the waterfront from the Blue and Gold ferry dock to the Angel Island ferry dock (see Figures 3 and 5). To eliminate the "jog" and allow sufficient length to construct two 3D-foot ramps, approximately 550 square feet of new pile-supported deck (approximately 55 feet in length by 10 feet in width) is proposed for a total deck length of 115 feet. The deck width would be maintained at 10 feet. To protect views from adjacent restaurants, the replacement deck would be no higher in elevation than the existing deck (see Figure 7). Construction of the proposed deck would require the removal of 60 linear feet (approximately 600 square feet) of dilapidated wooden deck and stairs. The removal of old piles and the installation of new piles to support the deck and ramps would be subject to the following conditions. To reduce bottom substrate disturbance and excessive turbidity, existing piles would be removed by cutting at the substrate surface or by reverse pile driving, and not by hydraulic jets. All new piling, bulkhead, and dock material would be nontoxic. Any combination of wood, plastic, concrete, or steel piling may be used, provided that they have no toxic coatings, such as chemical antifouling products, or other biotic controls that could leach into the surrounding environment. c. Ferry Arcade Improvemenls: Proposed project improvements to two ferry arcades that connect Main Street with the Blue and Gold ferry dock are shown on Figures 3 and 5. Proposed improvements include improved lighting, new seating, trash containers, ferry signs and schedules. These improvements would enhance public safety and improve public access to the ferry from Main"Street. P:\TOIOll\!oili.1 Sludy\C!l<<klis.."-pd (91I4100j 19 d. Bus Stop Improvements (Tiburon Boulevard Norlh Side): Improvements to the bus stop area adjacent to the lagoon and Point Tiburon stores include new lighting, seating, trash containers, a new bus shelterlcanopy, and landscape maintenance (see Figure 6). An expanded bus shelter would be designed in conjunction with the Golden Gate Transit District to ensure that their criteria are met and to provide increased visibility for transit in the area. Currently, the sidewalk narrows from 8 to 5 feet near the bus stop causing pedestrian congestion at peak commute hours. Widening a total length of approximately 300 feet of sidewalk to 8 feet is proposed to improve access and alleviate safety concerns. As part ofthe sidewalk widening, the Town would need to acquire an easement for an additional 3-foot strip of public right-of-way along Tiburon Boulevard (State Route 131). Pedestrian access and safety improvements are also proposed along the corridors leading to feny parking areas north and east of the feny dock (see Figures 3 and 6). These improvements include widened sidewalks (where the sidewalk narrows to 5 feet), improved lighting and street trees. No additional parking is proposed as part of this project. e. Fountain Plaza improvements: Improvements to the brick plaza across Main Street north of the feny arcades are proposed, including new seating and trash containers, lighting, feny signage/schedules, and landscaping (see Figures 3 and 6). Renovating the fountain is nolpart ofthis proj ect. 5. Proposed Project Construction Schedule Construction of the upland features (the pedestrian plaza and arcade improvements) is proposed for early spring 2001. Construction of the plaza would take place over the course of approximately 4 weeks. Any in-water work associated with removal of the existing deck and construction of the ramps would occur between June I and November 30. This schedule would minimize any impacts to sensitive fish species and habitat (as identified in this Initial Study) that may be present in the vicinity of the project generally from December to May. Additionally, this schedule would limit any impacts to spawning herring. Herring are a commercially important fish species that may spawn in the project area from November 30 to March I. Turbidity associated with in-water construction can decrease the viability of the spawn. Construction of the replacement feny dock would take approximately 4 weeks. The proposed project may be subject to further permitting requirements and restrictions as determined by the San Francisco Bay RWQCB, the BCDC, and the Corps. P:\ToI031'.ln;li.JSI"dy\Ch..d.l;>t,wpdj'J1141(0) 20 C. Environmental Factors Potentially Affected: The environmental factors checked below would be potentially affected by this project, involving at least one impact that is a "Potentially Significant Impact" as indicated by the checklist on the following pages. m Aesthetics 0 Agricultural Resources o Air Quality m Biological Resources 0 Cultural Resources o Geology/Soils m Hazards & Hazardous Materials 0 HydrologylWater Quality OLand Use/Planning 0 Mineral Resources 0 Noise o PopulationIHousing 0 Public Services 0 Recreation o Transportation/Traffic 0 UtilitieslService Systems 0 Mandatory Findings of Significance Determination. (To be completed by the Lead Agency.) On the basis of this initial evaluation: o I find that the proposed project COULD NOT have a significant effect on the environment, and a NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared. .P!i I find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the environment, there will not be a significant effect in this case because revisions in the project have been made by or agreed to by the project proponent. A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared. o I find that the proposed project MAY have a significant effect on the environment, and an ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required. o I find that the proposed project MAY have a "potentially significant impact" or "potentially significant unless mitigated" impact on the environment, but at least one effect I) has been adequately analyzed in an earlier document pursuant to applicable legal standards, and 2) has been addressed by mitigation measures based on the earlier analysis as described on attached sheets. An ENVIRONMENTAL IMP ACT REPORT is required, but it must analyze only the effects that remain to be addressed. o I find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the environment, because all potentially significant effects (a) have been analyzed adequately in an earlier EIR or NEGATIVE DECLARATION pursuant to applicable standards, and (b) have been avoided or mitigated pursuant to that earlier EIR or NEGATIVE DECLARATION, including revisions or mitigation measures that .re ,m"",,, o,,?!,, ,ro,=' proj,,' 'oW;" ,orth~ ;, ""o;red. \2vJL ~ C}-(f--J-Ooo Signature Date S4J-+t- A V'.l~v^Jo""" Printed Name 5","",~.,+ --r; 6~_-~ ,"- For P:IToI0311Jni,jaISludyIOlecldiol-wv<I(9/1""OO) 21 D. Evaluation of Environmental Impacts I. A brief explanation is required for all answers except "No Impact" answers that are adequately supported by the information sources a lead agency cites in the parentheses following each question. A "No Impact" answer is adequately supported if the referenced information sources show that the impact simply does not apply to projects like the one involved (e.g., the project falls outside a fault rupture zone). A "No Impact" answer should be explained where it is based on project-specific factors as well as general standards (e.g., the project will not expose sensitive receptors to pollutants, based on a project-specific screening analysis). 2, All answers must take account of the whole action involved, including off-site as well as on-site, cumulative as well as project-level, indirect as well as direct, and construction as well as operational impacts. 3. Once the lead agency has determined that a particular physical impact may occur, then the checklist answers must indicate whether the impact is potentially significant, less than significant with mitigation, or less than significant. "Potentially Significant Impact" is appropriate if there is substantial evidence that an effect may be significant. If there are one or more "Potentially Significant Impact" entries when the determination is made, an EIR is required. 4. "Negative Declaration: Less Than Significant With Mitigation Incorporated" applies where the incorporation of mitigation measures has reduced an effect from "Potentially Significant Impact" to a "Less Than Significant Impact". The lead agency must describe the mitigation measures, and briefly explain how they reduce the effect to a less than significant level (mitigation measures from Section XVII, "Earlier Analyses", may be cross-referenced). 5. Earlier analyses may be used where, pursuant to the tiering, program EIR, or other CEQA process, an effect has been adequately analyzed in an earlier EIR or negative declaration. Section 15063(c)(3)(D). In this case, a brief discussion should identifY the following: a) Earlier Anal~sis Used. IdentifY and state where they are available for review. b) Impacts Adequately Addressed. IdentifY which effects from the above checklist were within the scope of and adequately analyzed in an earlier document pursuant to applicable legal standards, and state whether such effects were addressed by mitigation measures based on the earlier analysis. c) Mitigation Measures. For effects that are "Less Than Significant With Mitigation Measures Incorporated", describe the mitigation measures which were incorporated or refined from the earlier document and the extent to which they address site-specific conditions for the project. 6. Lead agencies are encouraged to incorporate into the checklist references to information sources for potential impacts (.e.g., general plans, zoning ordinances). Reference to a previously prepared or ~\TotOJ1'.lniti.ISludy\OIcdli51wpd(9114100) 22 outside document should, where appropriate, include a reference to the page or pages where the statement is substantiated. 7. Supporting Information Sources: A source list should be attached, and other sources used or individuals contacted should be cited in the discussion. 8. This is only a suggested form, and lead agencies are free to use different formats; however, lead agencies should normally address the questions from this checklist that are relevant to a project's environmental effects in whatever format is selected. 9. The explanation of each issue should identify: a) the significance criteria or threshold; if any, used to evaluate each question; and b) the mitigation measure identified, if any, to reduce the impact to less than significant. 1':IToI0311InitiIISllldyl(J:JedJiSl,"'I"I(9f141OOl 23 P;\TolOlI'Jn;I;'! Slgd~\OlecldjSl,wpd (9114100) 24 E. Environmental Impacts Potentially Signifh:ant Impact Potentially Significant Unless Mitigation Incorporated Less Than Significant Impact No Impact 1. AESTHETICS. Would the project: a) Have a substantial adverse effect on a scenic vista? b) Substantial1y damage scenic resources, including, but not linnted to, trees, rock outcroppings, and historic buildings within a state scenic highway? c) Substantial1y degrade the existing visual character or quality of the site and its surroundings? d) Create a new source of substantial light or glare which would adversely affect day or nighttime views in the area? o o o o ~ o o ~ o o ~ o o ~ o o a) Have a substantial adverse effect on a scenic vista? Explanation: Construction of the new ferry pedestrian plaza would involve removing a portion of a small (approximately 2 feet in height) grassy mound (approximately lOa cubic yards of material) at the western edge of the Shoreline Park and building the new pedestrian plaza at grade (see Figure 3). No portion of the pedestrian plaza would be taller than the existing mound; therefore, views of the Bay would not be affected. The finished height of the replacement deck and ramps between the Blue and Gold ferry dock and the Angel Island ferry dock is proposed to be no higher in elevation than the existing deck. The change in height would not significantly affect scenic vistas from Tiburon of the San Francisco Bay. b) Substantially damage scenic resources, including, but not limited to, trees, rock outcroppings, and historic buildings:within a state scenic highway? Explanation: See l.a. c) Substantially degrade the existing visual character or quality of the site and ils surroundings? Explanation: See I.a. d) Create a new source of substantial light or glare which would adversely affect day or nighttime views in lhe area? P\TOIOJl\lnili.ISludy\Checklislwpd(9/14/00l 25 adversely affect nighttime views in the area. The following mitigation measure is proposed to reduce any impacts to a less than significant level. Mitigation Measure VIS-I: A lighting plan shall be prepared and reviewed by Town staff to ensure that all project area lighting is consistent with the Town's design guidelines, and that all lights shall be placed so as to prohibit spillover illumination or glare onto adjoining properties. Potentially Significant Impact Potentially Significant Unless Mitigation Incorporated Less Than Significant Impact No Impact 2. AGRICULTURAL RESOURCES. In determining whether impacts to agricultural resources are significant environmental effects, lead agencies may refer to the California Agricultural Land Evaluation and Site Assessment Model (1997) prepared by the California Dept. of Conservation as an optional model to use in assessing impacts on agriculture and farmland. Would the project: a) Convert Prime Farmland, Unique Farmland, or Farmland of Statewide Importance (Farmland), as shown on the maps prepared pursuant to the Farmland Mapping and Monitoring Program of the California Resources Agency, to a non-agricultural use? b) Conflict with existing zoning for agricultural use, or a Williamson Act contract? o o o iii o o o iii c) Involve other changes in the existing environment which, due to their location or nature, could result in conversion of Farmland to non-agricultural use? o o o iii a) Convert Prime Farmland, Unique Farmland, or Farmland of Statewide Imporlance (Farmland), as shown on the maps prepared pursuant to the Farmland Mapping and Monitoring Program of lhe California Resources Agency, to a non-agricultural use? Explanation: No agricultural resources are present at the project site, nor would agricultural resources be affected by the proposed project. b) Conjlicl wilh exisling zoning for agricultural use, or a Williamson Acl conlract? Explanation: See 2.a. c) Involve other changes in the existing environment which. due to their location or nature, could result in conversion of Farmland to non-agricultural use? Explanation: See 2.a. ~ ..ToI031\1";ti~IS{ody\n\ttkJi$l.wpdI9"'141001 26 :> 'if' cJ Involve other changes in the existing environment which, due to lheir location or nalure, could result in conversion of Farmland to non-agricultural use? Explanation: See 2.a. Potentially Significant Potentially Unless Less Than Significant Mitigation Significant No Impact Incorporated Impact Impact 3. AIR QUALITY. Where available, the significance criteria established by the applicable air quality management or air pollution control district may be relied upon to make the following determinations. Would the project: a) Conflict with or obstruct implementation of the 0 0 0 ~ applicable air quality plan? b) Violate any air quality standard or contribute 0 0 0 ~ substantially to an existing or projected air quality violation? c) Result in a cumulatively considerable net increase of any 0 0 0 ~ criteria pollutant for which the project region is non- attainment under an applicable federal or state ambient air quality standard (including releasing emissions which exceed quantitative thresholds for ozone precursors)? d) Expose sensitive receptors to substantial pollutant 0 0 0 ~ concentrations? e) Create objectionable odors affecting a substantial number 0 0 0 ~ of people? aJ Conflict with or obstruct implementation of the applicable air quality plan? Explanation: The project area is located in the San Francisco Bay Air Basin, and is within the jurisdiction of the Bay' Area Air Quality Management District (BAAQMD). The closest BAAQMD monitoring site is located in San Rafael, about 7 miles northwest of the project area. Common pollutants (ozone, carbon monoxide, nitrogen dioxide, and particulate matter (PMIO)) are monitored at the San Rafael site. The project involves improvements to pedestrian access routes and bus transit areas related to ferry access. Construction of the project would not lead to an increase in the number of car trips to the site and resulting long-term potential air quality impacts. Construction of the new ferry pedestrian plaza (leveling of the grassy mound and construction of the brick plaza) is expected to be completed within 4 weeks. The ferry plaza area would be sufficiently maintained and watered while under construction and would not result in a source of significant amounts of dust particulates. Because construction of the replacement deck would take place over open water and construction materials would consist primarily of wood, no short-term construction impacts on air quality related to fugitive dust are expected to occur. Other ferry area improvements (such as the ferry arcade improvements) would not result in impacts to air I':\TolOJ1\lnilial SllUlyIOu,<kliSl,wpd (9114100) 27 quality related to dust or increased vehicular emissions. Construction of the project would not violate any air quality standards or contribute to an existing or projected air quality violation. b) Violate any air quality standard or contribute substantially to an existing or projected air quality violation? Explanation: See 3.a. c) Result in a cumulatively considerable net increase of any criteria pollutant for which the project region is non-attainment under an applicable federal or state ambient air quality standard (including releasing emissions which exceed quantitative thresholds for ozone precursors)? Explanation: See 3.a. d) Expose sensitive receptors to substantial pollutant concentrations? Explanation: No sensitive receptors are adjacent to the project site. Construction of the proposed project would not cause a potential for fugitive dust as explained previously, and is not expected to expose any sensitive receptors to other pollutants. e) Create objectionable odors affecting a substantial number of people? Explanation: The construction of the project is not expected to create any objectionable odors. 4. BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES. Would the project: a) Have a substantial adverse effect, either directly or through habitat modifications, on any species identified as a candidate, sensitive, or special status species in local or regional plans, policies, or regulations, or by the California Department ofFish and Game or U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service? b) Have a substantial adverse effect on any riparian habitat or other sensitive natural community identified in local or regional plans, policies, regulations or by the California Department ofFish and Game or U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service? Potentially Significant Potentially Unless Less Than Significant Mitigation Significant No Impact Incorporated Impatt Impact 0 iii 0 0 o iii o o PITOlOJI'.lniu.ISludylCbeddiSl,wpd(9114100) 28 c) Have a substantial adverse effect on federally protected wetlands as defined by Section 404 of the Clean Water Act (including, but not limited to, marsh, vernal pool, coastal, etc.) Through direct removal, filling, hydrological interruption, or other means? d) Interfere substantially with the movement of any native resident or migratory fish or wildlife species or with established native resident or migratory wildlife corridors, or impede the use of native wildlife nursery sites? e) Conflict with any local policies or ordinances protecting biological resources, such as a tree preservation policy or ordinance? 1) Conflict with the provisions of an adopted Habitat Conservation Plan, Natural Community Conservation Plan or other approved local, regional, or state habitat conservation plan? Potentially Significant Potentially Unless Less Than Significant Mitigation Significant No Impact Incorporated Impact Impact 0 0 IXI 0 o o IXI o o o IXI o o o IXI o a) Have a substantial adverse effect, either directly or through habilat modifications, on any species idenlified as a candidale, sensitive, or special status species in local or regional plans, policies, or regulations, or by lhe California Department of Fish and Game or U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service? Explanation: Available information from NMFS indicates that the following federally-listed fish species and their critical habitat may occur within the proposed project area: Sacramento River winter-rnn chinook salmon (Oncorhynchus tshawytscha) - endangered Central Valley ESU spring-ron chinook salmon (Oncorhynchus tshawytscha) - threatened Central California Coast ESU coho salmon (Oncorhynchus kisutch) - threatened Central California Coast ESU steelhead (Oncorhynchus mykiss) - threatened Central Valley ESU steelhead (Oncorhynchus mykiss) - threatened These fish species may occur in the vicinity of the project during their upstream migration and downstream juvenile emigration that usually occurs from December through May. Juvenile salmon and steelhead are more likely to be adversely affected by pile driving and pile removal than adult fish due to their reduced swimming and avoidance abilities. Additionally, the project may create impacts to spawning herring. Herring are a commercially important fish species that may spawn in the project area from November 30 to March I. Turbidity associated with in-water construction can decrease the viability of the spawn. Implementation of the following mitigation measure would minimize impacts to emIgrating winter-run chinook salmon, steelhead juveniles, and spawning herring to a less than ~\TQ,Q]j'Jnj,i.ISI"dy\a.ed;ji.._wpdi9l141001 29 significant level. The project would not involve a change in use, and therefore no long-term impacts to locally-designated species are expected to occur. Mitigation Measure BIO-I: Any in-water work associated with replacement of the existing deck and construction of the ramps shall occur between June I and November 30. b) Have a substantial adverse efJect on any riparian habitat or other sensitive natural community identified in local or regional plans, policies, regulations or by the California Deparlment of Fish and Game or Us. Fish and Wildlife Service? Explanation: No riparian habitat or other sensitive natural communities exist in the vicinity of the project site and would be impacted by construction of the project. The new ferry pedestrian plaza would be constructed in an area which is currently landscaped turf, within an area of the existing Downtown Shoreline Park. The proposed route of the replacement deck is open water. See also 4.a. c) Have a substantial adverse efJecl on federally protected wetlands as defined by Section 404 of lhe Clean Water Act (including, but not limited to, marsh, vernal pool, coastal, etc) through direct removal,filling, hydrological interruption, or other means? Explanation: The project area is currently developed with commercial, public, recreation, and transit uses. The shoreline consists of pile supported decks, bulkheads, and rip rap. Construction of the 550 square feet of additional ADA-accessible deck to improve access to the ferry dock would not have a substantial effect on federally protected wetlands. d) Interfere substantially with the movement of any native residenl or migratory fish or wildlife species or with established native resident or migratory wildlife corridors, or impede lhe use of native wildlife nursery sites? Explanation: As identified above, the proposed replacement deck would be constructed on piles over open water and, with the exception of the seasonally sensitive fish habitat identified above (see 4.a. explanation and mitigation measure), no wildlife corridors would be impeded or blocked as a result of implementation ofthe:project. e) Conflict with any local policies or ordinances protecting biological resources, such as a tree preservation policy or ordinance? Explanation: The project would not conflict with any local policies or ordinances protecting biological resources. j) Conflict with lhe provisions of an adopted Habilat Conservation Plan, Natural Community Conservalion Plan or olher approved local, regional, or state habitat conservation plan? P:ITo,OJlllnili.1 SlUdyIO'tdJiSl,wpd (9114100) 30 Explanation: The project location is designated as Essential Fish Habitat (EFH) for fish species managed with the following Fishery Management Plans (FMP) under the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act: . Pacific Groundfish Fishery Management Plan Coastal Pelagics Fishery Management Plan Pacific Coast Salmon Management Plan (proposed) With the incorporation of the mitigation measure (BIO-I) listed above, the project would not conflict with the provisions of an adopted Fishery Management Plan, Habitat Conservation Plan, Natural Community Conservation Plan or other approved local, regional, or state habitat conservation plan. Potentially Significant Potentially Unless Less Than Significant Mitigation Significant No Impact Incorporated Impact Impact 5. CULTURAL RESOURCES. Would the project: a) Cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of 0 0 0 !Xl a historical resource as defmed in S 15064,5? b) Cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of 0 0 0 !Xl an archaeological resource pursuant to S 15064.5? c) Directly or indirectly destroy a unique paleontological 0 0 0 !Xl resource or site or unique geologic feature? d) Disturb any human remains, including those interred 0 0 0 !Xl outside of formal cemeteries? a) Cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of a historical resource as defined in 9 15064.5? Explanation: No paleontological, archaeological, or other historic resources are known to exist in the project area, which is currently developed with public recreation, commercial, and transit uses. New historical resources are unlikely to be discovered during project construction. b) Cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of an archaeological resource pursuant to 9 15064.5? Explanation: See 5.a. c) Directly or indirectly destroy a unique paleontological resource or site or unique geologic feature? Explanation: See 5.a. P\TC10Jl\lwliaISludy\ChetkJi5l_wpd(9I14/00) 31 d) Disturb any human remains, including lhose interred outside offormal cemeteries? Explanation: No human remains are known to exist in the project area. Potentially Signifiunt Potentially Unless Less Than Significant Mitigation Significant No Impact Incorporated Impact Impact 6. GEOLOGY AND SOILS. Would the project: a) Expose people or structures to potential substantial 0 0 0 IXJ adverse effects, including the risk ofloss, injury, or death involving: i) Rupture of a known earthquake fault, as delineated on 0 0 0 IXJ the most recent Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zoning Map issued by the State Geologist for the area or based on other substantial evidence of a known fault? Refer to Division of Mines and Geology Special Publication 42. ii) Strong seismic ground shaking? 0 0 0 IXJ iii) Seismic-related ground failure, including 0 0 0 IXJ liquefaction? iv) Landslides? 0 0 0 IXJ b) Result in substantial soil erosion or the loss of topsoil? 0 0 0 IXJ c) Be located on a geologic unit or soil that is unstable, or 0 0 IXJ 0 that would become unstable as a result of the project, and potentially result in on- or off-site landslide, lateral spreading, subsidence, liquefaction or collapse? d) Be located on expansive soil, as defmed in Table 18-I-B 0 0 0 IXJ of the Uniform Building Code (1994), creating substantial risks to life or property? e) Have soils incapable of adequately supporting the use of 0 0 0 IXJ septic tanks or alternative waste water disposal systems where sewers are not available for the disposal of waste water? a) Expose people or structures 10 pOlenlial subslantial adverse effects, including the risk of loss, i,yury, or death involving: i) Rupture of a known earlhquake faull, as delineated on the most recent Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zoning Map issued by the State Geologistfor the area or based on other substantial evidence of a known fault? Refer to Division of Mines and Geology Special Publication 42; ii)Slrong seismic ground shaking; iii)Seismic-related groundfai/ure, including liquefaction; iv)Landslides? 1':\TOI031\lo;li.JSludy\OIcd.li<l.wpd(9114/00) 32 Explanation: The nature of the ferry area improvements do not involve the construction or modification of any habitable structures, and would not increase public exposure to potential substantial adverse seismic or soils-related effects. The replacement of the Bay deck may improve the seismic safety of the deck. b) Result in substantial soil erosion or the loss of topsoil? Explanation: Construction of the ferry pedestrian plaza would take place in an existing, developed park area, and would not result in significant soil erosion or loss of topsoil. The existing walkway (east of the proposed plaza) would be removed and the area returfed as part of the improvements project. Construction of the replacement deck, which would take place in open water, would not result in or expose people to erosion. c) Be localed on a geologic unil or soil lhal is unstable, or lhat would become unstable as a result of lhe projecl, and potentially result in on- or off-site landslide, laleral spreading, subsidence, liquefaction or collapse? Explanation: The replacement deck would be supported by piles, which would be driven into the weathered sandstone bedrock underlying the soft Bay mud. The pile placement and deck construction would adhere to the Uniform Building Code and best management practices for marine construction. d) Be located on expansive soil, as defined in Table 18-1-B oflhe Uniform Building Code (1994), creating substantial risks to life or property? Explanation: See 6.c. e) Have soils incapable of adequately supporting the use of septic tanks or alternalive waste water disposal systems where sewers are not available for the disposal of waste water? Explanation: Project construction and operation would not result in waste water disposal. No septic tanks are or would be present in the project area. 7. HAZARDS. Would the project: a) Create a significant hazard to the public or the environment through the routine transport, use, or disposal of hazardous materials? Potentially Significant Pot~ntiall)' Unless Less Than Significant Mitigation Significant No Impact Incorporated Impact Impact 0 IXJ 0 0 I'IToIOJI\JnilioJSludy\O'ed:Ji5l_wpd(9114100) 33 Potentially Significant Potentially Unless Less Than Significant Mitigation Significant No Impact Incorporated Impact Impact b) Create a significant hazard to the public or the D D Iil D environment through reasonably foreseeable upset and accident conditions involving the release of hazardous materials into the envirorunent? c) Emit hazardous emissions or handle hazardous or acutely D D D Iil hazardous materials, substances, or waste within one- quarter mile of an existing or proposed school? d) Be located on a site which is included on a list of D D D Iil hazardous materials sites compiled pursuant to Government Code Section 65962.5 and, as a result, would it create a significant hazard to the public or the environment? e) For a project located within an airport land use plan or, D D D Iil where such a plan has not been adopted, within two miles of a public airport or public use airport, would the project result in a safety hazard for people residing or working in the project area? l) For a project located within the vicinity of a private 0 0 0 Iil airstrip, would the project result in a safety hazard for people residing or working in the project area? g) Impair implementation of or physically interfere with an 0 D 0 Iil adopted emergency response plan or emergency evacuation plan? h) Expose people or structures to a significant risk of loss, D 0 D Iil injury or death involving wildland fires, including where wildlands are adjacent to urbanized areas or where residences are intermixed with wildlands? aJ Create a significant hazard to the public or the environmenl through the routine transport, use, or disposal of hazardous materials? Explanation: No routine transport, use or disposal of hazardous materials is associated with the project. The existing pilings supporting the Bay deck are composed of creosote-soaked timbers. Creosote is considered to be a hazardous substance. To reduce the amount of creosote that may be released into the water during the one-time removal of the existing timbers to the lowest possible amount and to ensure that no sawdust would be produced, implementation of the following mitigation measures would reduce the impact to a less-than-significant level. P:'.TOI03I"Jn(li.IStudylo,edJi..,wpd(9114lOO) 34 Mitigation Measure HAZ-I: To reduce bottom substrate disturbance and excessive turbidity, existing piles shall be removed by cutting at the substrate surface or by reverse pile driving, and not by hydraulic jets. Mitigation Measure HAZ-2: All replacement pilings and deck materials shall be nontoxic, and shall have no toxic coatings, such as chemical antifouling products, or other biotic controls that could leach into the surrounding environment. Mitigation Measure HAZ-3: As a condition of project approval, the contractor shall be required to dispose of the old pilings in a legal manner at an upland site. b) Create a significant hazard to the public or the environment through reasonably foreseeable upset and accident conditions involving the release of hazardous materials into the environment? Explanation: See 7.a. c) Emit hazardous emissions or handle hazardous or acutely hazardous malerials, substances, or waste within one-quarter mile of an existing or proposed school? Explanation: The proposed project would not emit hazardous emissions or handle hazardous or acutely hazardous materials, substances, or waste. d) Be located on a site which is included on a list of hazardous materials sites compiled pursuant to Government Code Section 65962.5 and, as a result, would it create a significant hazard to the public or the environment? Explanation: The proposed project would not be located on a site which is included on a list of hazardous materials sites compiled pursuant to Government Code Section 65962.5. e) For a project located within an airport land use plan or, where such a plan has not been adoPled, within two miles of a public airporl or public use airport, would the project result in a safety hazard for people residing or working in the project area? Explanation: The proposed project would not be located within an airport land use plan nor within two miles of a public airport or public use airport. j) For a projecl located within the vicinity of a private airstrip, would lhe project result in a safety hazard/or people residing or working in the project area? ExplanatIOn: The proposed project would not be located within the vicinity of a private airstrip. g) Impair implementation of or physically interfere with an adopled emergency response plan or emergency evacuation plan? 1'.\TOIO}]\lniti~1 SludyICbetkJ;$I.wpd (9114'00) 35 Explanation: The project would in no way interfere with emergency response or excavation plans. The project would improve pedestrian circulation and lighting in the project area, thereby potentially improving access for emergency response or emergency evacuation. h) Expose people or structures to a significant risk of loss, injury or death involving wildlandfires, including where wildlands are adjacent to urbanized areas or where residences are intermixed wilh wildlands? Explanation: Because project construction would take place in open water and along the waterfront area away from wildland areas, the project would not cause an increase in wildland fire hazard. 8. HYDROLOGY AND WATER QUALITY. Would the project: a) Violate any water quality standards or waste discharge requirements? b) Substantially deplete groundwater supplies or interfere substantially with groundwater recharge such that there would be a net deficit in aquifer volume or a lowering of the local groundwater table level (e.g., the production rate of pre-existing nearby wells would drop to a level which would not support existing land uses or planned uses for which permits have been granted)? c) Substantially alter the existing drainage pattern of the site or area, including through the alteration of the course of a stream or river, in a manner which would result in substantial erosion or siltation 00- or off-site? d) Substantially alter the existing drainage pattern of the site or area, includmg through the alteration of the course of a stream or river, or substantially increase the rate or amount of surface runoff in a manner which would result in flooding on- or off-site? e) Create or contribute runoff water which would exceed the capacity of existing or planned stormwater drainage systems or provide substantial additional sources of polluted runoff? f) Otherwise substantially degrade water quality? Potentially Significant Impact Potentially Significant Unless Mitigation Incorporated No Impact Less Than Significant Impact o o OCJ o o o o OCJ o o o OCJ o o o OCJ o o o OCJ o o OCJ o P:\TolOll\lniliaISludy\OIeckliil_wpd(9/14100) 36 Potentially Significant Potentially Unless Less Than Significant Mitigation Significant No Impact Incorporated Impact Impact g) Place housing within a lOa-year flood hazard area as 0 0 0 iXl mapped on a federal Flood Hazard Boundary or Flood Insurance Rate Map or other flood hazard delineation map? h) Place within a I aD-year flood hazard area structures 0 0 0 iXl which would impede or redirect flood flows? i) Expose people or structures to a significant risk of loss, 0 0 0 iXl injury or death involving flooding, including flooding of as a result of the failure of a levee or dam? j) Inundation by seiche, tsunami, or mudflow? 0 0 iXl 0 a) Violate any water quality standards or waste discharge requirements? Explanation: The proposed brick pedestrian plaza would be constructed and sloped to drain primarily into the adjacent turfed areas and the street storm water drainage system, minimizing discharge to the Bay. No net change in the amount of runoff draining into the rip rap is anticipated, as the proposed improvements would result in no net increase in impermeable surface. The proposed plaza encompasses approximately 2, I 00 square feet of impermeable surface area. Impermeable surface to be removed includes a portion of the bicycle storage area west of the plaza (approximately 1,200 square feet), plus the pathway east of the plaza (approximately 900 square feet). A high point near the center of the proposed plaza will have the effect of maintaining existing surface drainage patterns; i.e., 50 percent of the runoff will be directed to the street, and 50 percent to the rip rap, again resulting in no net change in the amount of runoff. No violation of any water quality standards would be expected. Construction of the proposed deck would involve the installation of new pilings in the waters of the San Francisco Bay and removal of the existing timber pilings: Short-term construction impacts are expected to locally increase the turbidity of the Bay waters, but the project is not expected to violate any applicable water quality standards or waste discharge requirements set by the RWQCB. Implementation of mitigation measure HAZ-I, concerning the removal of the wooden pilings, would reduce any potential significant water quality effects associated with construction of the deck. b) Substantially deplete groundwater supplies or interfere substanlially with groundwater recharge such that there would be a net deficit in aquifer volume or a lowering of the local groundwaler table level (e.g., the production rate of pre-existing nearby wells would drop to a level which would not support existing land uses or planned uses for which permits have been granted)? P:ITotUJlllnili.ISludy\OledJiSLwpd(9114JOOI 37 Explanation: Construction of the pedestrian plaza would not result in alteration of the direction or rate of tlow of groundwater, and would not deplete groundwater supplies or interfere substantially with groundwater recharge. c) Subslantially aller lhe exisling drainage pattern of the site or area, including through the alteration of lhe course of a stream or river, in a manner which would result in substantial erosion or siltation on- or off-site? Explanation: Construction of the pedestrian plaza and the replacement deck would result in a less-than- significant increase in impervious surface area (approximately 1,100 square feet of brick plaza and 550 square feet of Bay deck). The existing pedestrian walkway would be removed and returfed. Construction of the project would not result in a significant change in absorption rates, drainage patterns, or the rate and amount of surface runoff. See also 8.a. d) Substantially alter the existing drainage pattern of the site or area, including through the alteration of the course of a stream or river, or substantially increase the rate or amount of swface runoffin a manner which would result injlooding on- or off-site? Explanation: The proposed project would not involve the alteration of the course of a stream or river, and would not result in tlooding on- or off-site. See also 8.c. e) Create or contribute runoff water which would exceed the capacity of existing or planned stormwater drainage systems or provide substantial additional sources of polluted runoff? Explanation: Runoffwater from the pedestrian plaza and deck would not exceed the capacity of existing or planned stormwater drainage systems nor provide additional sources of polluted runoff. See also 8.a and 8.c. j) Otherwise substantially degrade water quality? Explanation: The proposed project would not otherwise substantially degrade water quality. See also 8.a and 8.c. g) Place housing within a 100-year jlood hazard area as mapped on a federal Flood Hazard Boundary or Flood Insurance Rale Map or other jlood hazard delineation map? Explanation: Construction of the proposed project does not include the construction of new housing. h) Place within a 100-year jlood hazard area structures which would impede or redirecljlood jlows? Explanation: Construction of the proposed project would not create new structures that would impede or redirect tlood tlows. P\ToIOJI,lnitiaISludyIChe<:kJisl_wpd(91141OO) 38 z) Expose people or structures to a significant risk of loss, injury or death involvingjlooding, including jlooding of as a result of the failure of a levee or dam? Explanation: The project does not include the construction of habitable structures and would not expose people or structures to a new significant risk of loss, injury, or death involving flooding. j) Inundation by seiche, tsunami, or mudjlow? Explanation: As described previously, the objective of the project is to improve pedestrian access to the Blue and Gold ferry dock. No additional exposure to water-related hazards is expected as a result of the project. b) Conflict with any applicable land use plan, policy, or regulation of an agency with jurisdiction over the project (including, but not limited to the general plan, specific plan, local coastal program, or zoning ordinance) adopted for the purpose of avoiding or mitigating an environmental effect? Potentially Significant Potentially Unless Less Than Significant Mitigation Significant No Impact Incorporated Impact Impact 0 0 0 iii 0 0 0 iii 9. LAND USE AND PLANNING. Would the project: a) Physically divide an established community? c) Conflict with any applicable habitat conservation plan or nahlral community conservation plan? o o o iii a) Physically divide an eSlablished community? Explanation: No physical division of an established community would result from implementation of the project. b) Conjlict with any applicable land use plan, policy, or regulation of an agency with jurisdiction over the project (including, but not limited to the general plan, specific plan, local coastal program, or zoning ordinance) adopted for the purpose of avoiding or mitigating an environmental effect? Explanation: The project does not involve change in a Tiburon General Plan designation or zoning. Implementation of the project following approval would therefore be consistent with applicable zoning and general plan designations. P\T~IOJI\lnjli.1 Sludy\OIa:kJiSl_wpd(9II4IOOl 39 , c/ Conflict with any applicable habitat conservation plan or natural community conservation plan? Explanation: The project would not conflict with any applicable habitat conservation plan or natural community conservation plan. See also 4.a and 4.f. 10. MINERAL RESOURCES. Would the project: a) Result in the loss of availability of a known mineral resource that would be of value to the region and the residents of the state? b) Result in the loss of availability ofa locally-important mineral resource recovery site delineated on a local general plan, specific plan or other land use plan? Potentially Significant Potentially Unless Less Than Significant Mitigation Significant No Impact Incorporated Impact Impact 0 0 0 IXJ o o o IXJ a) Result in the loss of availability of a known mineral resource thai would be of value to the region and lhe residents of the state? Explanation: No known mineral resources are present at the project site. b) Result in the loss of availability of a locally-importanl mineral resource recovery site delineated on a local general plan, specific plan or other land use plan? Explanation: See lO.a. 11. NOISE. Would the project result in: a) Exposure of persons to or generation of noise levels in excess of standards established in the local general plan or noise ordinance, or applicable standards of other agencies? b) Exposure of persons to or generation of excessive ground borne vibration or ground borne noise levels? c) A substantial permanent increase in ambient noise levels in the project vicinity above levels existing without the project? Potentially Significant Potentially Unless Less Than Significant Mitigation Significant No Impact Incorporated Impact Impact 0 0 IXJ 0 o o IXJ o o o o IXJ P\TOIOJI\lnilill Sludy\ClJcckJisLlwpd (9114JOO) 40 d) A substantial temporary or periodic increase in ambient noise levels in the project vicinity above levels existing without the project? e) For a project located within an airport land use plan or, where such a plan has not been adopted, within two miles of a public airport or public use airport, would the project expose people residing or working in the project area to excessive noise levels? Potentially Significant Potentially Unless Less Than Significant Mitigation Significant No lmpact lncorporated lmpact lmpact 0 0 IXJ 0 o o o IXJ f) For a project within the vicinity of a private airstrip, would the project expose people residing or working in the project area to excessive noise levels? o o o IXJ a) Exposure of persons to or generation of noise levels in excess of standards established in the local general plan or Iloise ordinance, or applicable standards of other agencies? Explanation: The proposed project would not change the use of the existing area, and no long-term increases in ambient noise levels are expected as a result of the project. Short-term construction activities related to the proposed ferry area improvements would temporarily increase noise levels in the area during the construction period (approximately 90 days). Pile driving related to construction of the Bay deck could temporarily expose persons to increased noise levels. Pile driving would take place intermittently for 10 to 15 minutes for up to 2 hours per pile. Up to 20 piles may be needed to support the replacement deck and ramps. Pile driving activities would take place over the course of approximately 2 weeks. Driving piles into the mud can generate noise levels of 90 to 100 dBA at the source for up to 2-hour intervals. When the distance from noise sources is doubled (e.g., going from 50 feet to 100 feet), noise levels are reduced by approximately 4 to 6 decibels. The Town of Tiburon regulates construction activities to daytime hours, the least noise-sensitive time of day. No residential uses are located within 200 feet of the construction area. Compliance with the Town's construction restrictions would reduce this temporary impact to less-than-significant levels. All construction activities would adhere to the scheduling requirements of Chapter 13 of the Tiburon Municipal Code. b) Exposure of persons to or generation of excessive ground borne vibration or ground borne noise levels? Explanation: Pile driving related to construction of the Bay deck could temporarily expose persons to ground borne vibration or noise levels. See II.a. PIToIO)lllnili.JSlUdyIChcdJiSl,"'1"i(9114JOOj 41 c) A subslantial permanent increase in ambient noise levels in the project vicinity above levels existing without the project? Explanation: No long-term increase in ambient noise levels are expected as a result of the project. d) A substantial temporalY or periodic increase in ambient noise levels in the project vicinity above levels existing without the project? Explanation: Construction of the project will temporarily increase ambient noise levels. Compliance with the Town's construction restrictions would reduce this temporary impact to less-than-significant levels. See also 11.a. e) For a project located within an airport land use plan or, where such a plan has not been adopted, within two miles of a public airport or public use airport, would the project expose people residing or working in the project area to excessive noise levels? Explanation: The project would not be located within an airport land use plan or within two miles of an airport. j) For a project within the vicinity of a private airstrip, would the project expose people residing or working in the project area to excessive noise levels? Explanation: The project would not be located within the vicinity of a private airstrip. a) Induce substantial population growth in an area, either directly (for example, by proposing new homes and businesses) o( indirectly (for example, through extension of roads or other infrastructure)? b) Displace substantial numbers of existing housing, necessitating the construction of replacement housing elsewhere? Potentially Significant Potentially Unless Less Than Significant Mitigation Significant No lmpact Incorporated Impact Impact 0 0 0 IXJ 12. POPULATION AND HOUSING. Would the project: o o o IXJ c) Displace substantial numbers of people, necessitating the construction of replacement housing elsewhere? o o o ~ P.'TOI03!l!n;li.1Sludylo.c<ldi<I,"'1"i(91!4JOOj 42 a} Induce substantial populatioll growth in an area, either directly (for example, by proposing new homes and businesses) or indirectly (for example, through extension of roads or other infrastructure) ? Explanation: The project would not directly or indirectly induce substantial population growth in an area. b) Displace substantialllumbers of existing housing, necessitating the construction of replacement housing elsewhere? Explanation: The project would not displace any housing. c) Displace substantial numbers of people, necessitating the construction of replacement housing elsewhere? Explanation: See l2.b. 13. PUBLIC SERVICES. al Would the project result in substantial adverse physical impacts associated with the provision of new or physically altered governmental facilities, need for new or physically altered governmental facilities, the construction of which could cause significant environmental impacts, in order to maintain acceptable service ratios, response times or other performance objectives for any of the public services: Fire protection? Police protection? Schools" Parks? Other public facilities? Potentially Significant Potentially Unless Less Than Significant Mitigation Significant No Impact Incorporated Impact Impact 0 0 0 IXJ o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o IXJ IXJ IXJ IXJ IXJ a) Would the project result in substalltial adverse physical impacts associated with the provision of new or physically altered governmental facilities, need for new or physically altered governmental facilities, the construction of which could cause sigllificant environmental impacts, in order to maintain acceptable service ratios, response times or other performance objectives for any of the public services: Fire protectioll, police protection, schools, parks, other public facilities? P:\TolOli\ln;l;aISlu<ly\ChcdJ;'I_wpd.(9/141OOJ 43 Explanation: The project would not result in substantial adverse physical impacts associated with the provision, need or construction of governmental facilities to maintain acceptable service ratios, response times or other performance objectives. Construction of the replacement deck involves an approximately 55-foot extension in length of an existing timber structure in open water, no effect upon fire protection services would be expected. Widening a total length of approximately 300 feet of sidewalk by 3 feet for a total width of 8 feet (consistent with the remainder of the sidewalk) along Tiburon Boulevard would not affect fire or police protection services. Potentially Significant Impact Potentially Significant Unless Mitigation Incorporated Less Than Significant Impact No Impact 14. RECREATION. a) Would the project increase the use of existing neighborhood and regional parks or other recreational facilities such that substantial physical deterioration of the facility would occur or be accelerated? b) Does the project include recreational facilities or require the construction or expansion of recreational facilities which might have an adverse physical effect on the environment? o o IXJ o o o IXJ o a) Would the project increase the use of existing neighborhood and regional parks or other recreational facilities such that substantial physical deterioration of the facility would occur or be accelerated? Explanation: The objective of the project is to increase pedestrian access to the ferry dock primarily by constructing a brick-paved pedestrian plaza and replacing deteriorating wooden steps and a deck. The brick pavement of the plaza would mitigate any deterioration to turf and landscaping at the Shoreline Park caused by pedestrians accessing the ferry. b) Does the project illclude recreational facilities or require the construction or expansion of recreationalfacilities which might have an adverse physical effect on the environment? Explanation: The project would not include any changes to existing recreation facilities or new facilities which might have an adverse physical effect on the environment. Issues associated with surface drainage from the pedestrian plaza are discussed in 8.a and 8.c. P:IToI031,lojli.IStudy\ChcdJiSl.wpd(911~!OO) 44 Potentially Significant Potentially Unless Less Than Significant Mitigation Significant No Impact Incorporated Impact Impact 15. TRANSPORT A nON/TRAFFIC. Would the project: a) Cause an increase in traffic which is substantial in 0 0 0 IXJ relation to the existing traffic load and capacity of the street system (i.e., result in a substantial increase in either the number of vehicle trips, the volume to capacity ratio on roads, or congestion at intersections)? b) Exceed, either individually or cumulatively, a level of 0 0 0 IXJ service standard established by the county congestion management agency or designated roads or highways? c) Result in a change in air traffic patterns, including either 0 0 0 IXJ an increase in traffic levels or a change in location that results in substantial safety risks? d) Substantially increase hazards due to a design feature 0 0 0 IXJ (e.g., sharp curves or dangerous intersections) or incompatible uses (e.g., farm equipment)? e) Result in inadequate emergency access? 0 0 0 IXJ f) Result in inadequate parking capacity? 0 0 0 IXJ g) Conflict with adopted polices, plans, or programs 0 0 0 IXJ supporting alternative transportation (e.g., bus turnouts, bicycle racks)? a) Cause an increase in traffic which is substantial in relation to the existing traffic load and capacity of the street system (i.e., result in a substantial increase in either the number of vehicle trips, the vall/me to capacity ratio on roads, or congestion at intersections)? Explanation: The project involves improvements to pedestrian access for ferry and bus transit loading and unloading areas. Traffic associated with ferry ridership would not be affected by the proposed project. b) Exceed, either individually or cumulatively, a level of service standard established by the county congestion mallagement agency or designated roads or highways? Explanation: The project would not exceed a level of service standard. See also 15.a. c) Result in a change in air traffic patterns, including either an increase in traffic levels or a change in location that results in substantial safety risks? Explanation: The project would not result in a change in air traffic patterns. 1':\TIlIOJI'.Jnili.ISllldy\Cht<l:liSl.wpd(9114100) 45 d) Substalltially increase hazards due to a design feature (e.g., sharp curves or dangerous intersections) or illcompatible uses (e.g., farm equipment)? Explanation: The project does propose to widen a total length of approximately 300 feet of sidewalk by 3 feet for a total width of8 feet (consistent with the remainder of the sidewalk) along Tiburon Boulevard. However, this design feature would not increase hazards. e) Result in inadequate emergency access? Explanation: The project would not result in inadequate emergency access. Widening the sidewalk, replacing the deck with an ADA-accessible ramp and providing safety lighting would serve to augment emergency access. See also 13.a and 15 .d. j) Result in inadequate parking capacity? ExplanatIOn: The project would not result in inadequate parking capacity. See also 15.a. g) Conflict with adopted polices, plans. or programs supporting alternative transportation (e.g., bus turnouts, bicycle racks)? Explanation: The project supports existing plans and programs for supporting alternative transportation by improving bus transit loading and unloading areas and pedestrian access. No change to the cycle parking area east of Guyamas Restaurant is proposed as part of the project. 16. UTILITIES AND SERVICE SYSTEMS. Would the project: a) Exceed wastewater treatment requirements of the applicable Re~ional Water Quality Control Board? b) Require or result in the construction of new water or wastewater treatment facilities or expansion of existing facilities, the construction of which could cause significant environmental effects? c) Require or result in the construction of new storm water drainage facilities or expansion of existing facilities, the construction of which could cause significant environmental effects? d) Have sufficient water supplies available to serve the project from existing entitlements and resources, or are new or expanded entitlements needed? Potentially Significant Impact Potentially Significant Unless Mitigation Incorporated No Impact Less Than Significant Impact o o o IXJ o o IXJ o o o IXJ o o o o IXJ P:IToI031\!oili.ISludyIOlcdJiSl,"'1"i(9'14100j 46 e) Result in a determination by the wastewater treatment provider which serves or may serve the project that it has adequate capacity to serve the project's projected demand in addition to the provider's existing commitments? f) Be served by a landfill with sufficient permitted capacity to accommodate the project's solid waste disposal needs? g) Comply with federal, state, and local statutes and regulations related to solid waste? Potentially Significant Potentially Unless Less Than Significant Mitigation Significant No Impact Incorporated Impact Impact 0 0 0 IXJ o o IXJ o o o o IXJ a) Exceed wastewater treatment requirements of the applicable Regional Water Quality Control Board? Explanation: The project would not exceed wastewater treatment requirements because the project would not generate significant amounts of wastewater. b) Require or result in the construction of new water or wastewater treatment facilities or expansion of existing facilities, the construction of which could cause significant environmental effects? Explanation: The project would not require or result in the construction of new water or wastewater treatment facilities. See also 16.a. c) Require or result in the construction of new storm water drainage facilities or expansion of existing facilities, the construction of which could cause significant environmental effects? Explanation: The project would not result in the construction of new storm water drainage facilities or expansion of existing facilities. d) Have sufficient wpter supplies available to serve the project from existing entitlements and resources, or are' new or expanded entitlements needed? Explanation: The project would not require water resources nor entitlements. e) Result in a determination by the wastewater treatment provider which serves or may serve the project that it has adequate capacity to serve the project's projected demand in addition to the provider's existing commitments? Explanation: The project would not generate significant amounts of wastewater. P:\TotOJI\jnil;.ISludy\alcdJ;>l-wpd(911~'{1O.I 47 j) Be served by a landfill with sufficient permitted capacity to accommodate the project's solid waste disposal needs? Explanation: Approximately 20 new trash containers would be installed as part of the project to reduce the potential for littering. As mentioned previously, approximately 10 pilings and 100 cubic yards of soil may need to be disposed of at an upland site as part of the project. However, existing capacity at local landfills can accommodate this amount of material. No significant increase in solid waste generation is expected as a result of project implementation. See also 7.a. g) Comply with federal, State, and local statutes and regulations related to solid waste? Explanation: The project would comply with federal, state and local statutes and regulations related to solid waste. See also 7.a and 16.f. Potentially Significant Potentially Unless Less Than Significant Mitigation Significant No Impact Incorporated Impact Impact 17. MANDA TORY FINDINGS OF SIGNIFICANCE. a) Does the project have the potential to degrade the quality 0 0 0 IXJ of the environment, substantially reduce the habitat of a fish or wildlife species, cause a fish or wildlife population to drop below self-sustaining levels, threaten to eliminate a plant or animal conununity, reduce the number or restrict the range of a rare or endangered plant or animal, or eliminate important examples of the major periods of California history or prehistory? b) Does the project have impacts that are individually 0 0 0 IXJ limited, but cumulatively considerable? ("Cumulatively considerable" means that the incremental effects of a project are considerable when viewed in connection with the effects of past projects, the effects of other current projects, and the effects of probable future projects.) d) Does the project have environmental effects which will 0 0 0 lil cause substantial adverse effects on human beings, either directly or indirectly? a) Does the project have the potential to degrade the quality of the environment, substantially reduce the habitat of afish or wildlife species, cause afish or wildlife population to drop below self- sustaining levels, threaten to eliminate a plant or animal commullity, reduce the number or restrict the range of a rare or endangered plant or animal, or eliminate important examples of the major periods of California history or prehistory? P:ITOlOJIJn;ti.ISludyIOlcckIiSl.wpd(91l4l00) 48 Explanation: As discussed under section 4., Biological Resources, the Sacramento River winter-run chinook salmon, a federally-listed endangered species; and the following federally-listed threatened species: Central Valley ESU spring-run chinook salmon, Central California Coast ESU coho salmon, Central California Coast ESU steelhead, Central Valley ESU steelhead all may occur in the vicinity of the project during their upstream migration and downstream juvenile emigration. Juvenile salmon and steel head are more likely to be adversely affected by pile driving and pile removal than adult fish due to their reduced swimming and avoidance abilities. The project area has also historically been used by herring to spawn. Herring are considered to be a commercially important fish, but are neither rare nor endangered. If short-term construction impacts do not increase turbidity of the water during a spawn, no impacts to the herring would occur. Mitigation Measure BIO-l addresses potential impacts to these fish species, and minimizes the impacts to a less-than-significant level. Implementation of the project with mitigation would not substantially degrade the quality of the environment; reduce the habitat, population or range of species; nor eliminate important examples of California history or prehistory. b) Does the project have impacts that are individually limited, but cumulatively cOllsiderable? ("Cumulatively considerable" means that the incremental effects of a project are considerable when viewed in connection with the effects of past projects, the effects of other current projects, and the effects of probable future projects.) Explanation: Based on the findings of the initial study, the project would not have individual or cumulative environmental impacts that cannot be mitigated. d) Does the project have environmental effects which will cause substantial adverse effects on human beings, either directly or indirectly? Explanation: Based on the findings of the initial study, there is no evidence to demonstrate that the project would cause a substantial adverse effect on human beings, directly or indirectly. PIToIOJI\Jnili.ISludylChcc.IJi.l.....pd(91l4JOOj 49 F. Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program Table 1 provides a Draft Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program for the Ferry Area Improvement Project. P:\TOI031\lniliaISludyIChcdJ;nwpd(91IMOOj 50 ::.: ~ " o ~ ~ " z .... I'-< ~ o ~ [;l " z I:il -0 " :;;~ eo Z 1'-<0 ::.: ~ z < z o .... I'-< < " .... I'-< .... ::.: 1'-<, ~, ~I ~ ~ :c " .c'rn "c ~ = _ 0 cu Q.~.~ ~ l:l.. = ~ <0 == :;. .. c 't: = 0..- :t:E c._ ,,~ :;. .... 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Town of Tiburon Meeting Notes. January 20. Tiburon, Town of, 1989. General Plan. Adopted September, as amended. P"TQIOJlllnilialSludylOicckJiSl.wpd(9114lOO) 54 TOWN OF TIBURON STAFF REpORT ITEM NO. MEETING DATE: 11/1/2000 1/ To: From: Subject: Date: TOWN COUNCIL SCOTT ANDERSON, PLANNING DIRECTOR ~ GENERAL PLAN HOUSING ELEMENT REVISION STATUS REPORT OCTOBER 25, 2000 BACKGROUND On May 31, 2000, the Planning Commission held a workshop regarding the ongoing Housing Element update effort. The primary intent of the update effort is to review and improve upon strategies for affordable housing development that have worked in the past and to identify new housing sites and programs for the next six (6) years. The Planning Commission's workshop constituted the first of many opportunities to receive feedback regarding the direction of the Housing Element update. This report is intended to provide the Town Council with a status report on the Housing Element update and to share the information that was presented to the Planning Commission at its workshop STATUS UPDATE Planning Consultant Lisa Newman is currently preparing a draft housing element under contract to the Town under the supervision of the Planning Director and with direction from the Planning Commission. An initial study (CEQA document) is also being prepared by Ms. Newman to assess potential environmental impacts from a revised housing element. A countywide collaborative effort on Housing Elements is proceeding more slowly. The Town of Tiburon intends to fold any useful policies or programs that the collaborative effort generates into its Housing Element, as needed. Tiburon Town Council Staff Report 1/11/2000 WORKSHOP SUMMARY The packet that was received by the Planning Commission for its workshop is attached as Attachment A. The packet included a brief staff report and various exhibits setting forth the following: · Exhibit I described the Town's progress on implementation of its 1991 Housing Element. . Exhibit 2 set forth a comprehensive list of sites that have been identified over the years as "potential housing opportunity sites". · Exhibit 3 listed the ABAG housing numbers (since revised by ABAG) and a "Goals List" of possible sites for meeting the state requirement to identifY and designate sites sufficient to accommodate the ABAG housing numbers. · Exhibit 4 described program options for the housing element update. · Exhibit 5 was the ABAG housing needs numbers for Marin cities and the County. . Exhibit 6 was a map of the comprehensive list of "potential housing opportunity sites". A map of "large vacant parcels" on the Peninsula will also be on display at the meeting, as these sites constitute additional "potential housing opportunity sites". The large vacant parcels are shown on Attachment B. The Planning Commission offered the following direction regarding the housing element revision: I. The majority of Planning Commissioners were wary of amending the Town's Secondary Dwelling Unit Ordinance to encourage the creation of such units. They noted that most such applications are fraught with problems and are often denied. 2. In order to designate sufficient sites at adequate densities to meet ABAG housing allocation numbers, the Planning Commission preferred to specifY individual affordable housing sites rather than increasing allowable zoning densities over wide areas or particular zoning districts (such as the R-3 Multi-family Zone). 3. The Commission generally favored the provision of additional housing in the Downtown area, while acknowledging that there are limited areas where such housing could be constructed in the Downtown. Where feasible, residential opportunities in commercial areas should be expanded in the updated Housing Element. 4. The Commission expressed concern over the tear-down or conversion of existing two-family and multi-family housing units to single family use, and noted the need for a policy to restrict such tear-downs or conversions. 5. The Commission concluded that the "large vacant parcels" on the Peninsula (as shown on Attachment B) provide little opportunity for affordable housing construction but will serve to generate affordable housing in-lieu fees that can be more effectively used to promote affordable housing construction on those properties listed on the "Goals List", which is Tiburon Town Council Staff Report 11/1/2000 2 Exhibit 3 of the Planning Commission workshop packet. 6. One Commissioner expressed concern about possible over-concentration of very low income units in the Ned's Way area. 7. More information on home-sharing, Whistlestop programs, and programs offered by the Marin County Housing Authority should be provided in the updated element. RECOMMENDA nON . The Town Council should review the materials and the general direction of the strategy being suggested to meet ABAG housing allocation numbers, as embodied in the "Goals List". . Provide Staff with any additional policy ideas regarding housing. ATIACHMENTS A. Planning Commission packet from May 31, 2000 workshop. B. Map of "Large Vacant Parcels" on the Tiburon Peninsula. Housing update tcreport.doc Tiburon Town Council Staff Repart 11/1/2000 3 - IrnlL~ ~(Q)tP'i1 PLANNING COMMISSION WORKSHOP WHEN: ~: WEDNESDAY, MAY 31,2000,7:30 P.M. TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 1505 TIBURON BOULEVARD, TIBURON. CA AGENDA A. ROLL CALL B. PUBLIC QUESTIONS & COMMENTS C. HOUSING ELEMENT UPDATE I. INTRODUCTION II. PURPOSE OF THE WORKSHOP A. Review 1991 Housing Element Implementing Program Evaluation B. Discuss ABAG Housing Needs Numbers and Potentia! Affordable Housing Sites C. Consider New Housing Goals 1999-2006 o Discuss New Housing Program Options III. OVERVIEW OF PROCESS A. Review HousIng Element Update Work Program and Schedule B Describe work-to-date C Planning Commission's role o HCD's role and primary concerns (realistic programs to meet housing goals, adequate affordable housing sites identified, remove governmental obstacles to achieving goals) IV. 2000-2006 HOUSING ELEMENT GOALS AND PROGRAMS A. 1991 Housing Element Program Evaluation Table (Exhibit 1) B Affordable Housing Sites Table (Exhibit 2 & 6) C Affordable Housing Goals Table (Exhibit 3) D. Housing Program Options (Exhibit 4) V. SUMMARY A. Overview Next Steps 1) General Plan Amendment 2) Initial Study 3) Preparation of Draft Housing Element 4) Public Hearing Process D. ADJOURNMENT ATTACHMENT A lFmu~ ~@~ Yl TOWN OF TIBURON STAFF REpORT ~ETING DATE: 5/31/2000 To: From: PLANNING COMMISSION LISA NE\.VMAN, HOL"SING ELEi\1ENT CONSULTANT SCOTT ANDERSON, PLANNING DIRECTOR ~ GENERAL PLAN HOUSING ELE!vfENT UPDATE WORKSHOP MAY 25, 2000 Subject: Date: BACKGROUND The primary intent of the Tiburon Housing Element Update etfort is to review and improve upon strategies for affordable housing development that have worked in the past and to identifY new housing sites and programs for the next six years, This workshop constitutes the first of many opportunities for the Planning Commission and public to provide input to Staff and consultants regarding the Housing Element update Every community is required by State law to update the Housing Element periodically and adopt it as part of the General Plan. State law also requires tnatthe Housing Element be reviewed and certified by tne State Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD). Certification by HCD is an important element in having a legally adequate General Plan, All cities and counties that do not have an HCD-certified housing element are subject to lawsuits such as that recently filed against the Town of Corte Ytadera The Town ofTiburon Housing Element Update covers the 1999-2006 time frame Housing Element updates are required to be complete by December 31, 2001. This reflects a recently approved 6-month extension to the previous deadline of July 1,2000, as authorized by the CalifOrnia Legislature The existing General Plan Housing Element was adopted in 1991, with a minor revision made in \994 The Town embarked on the Housing Element Update effort at the end of 1999 when Lisa Newman, Newman Planning Associates. was retained to assist the Town in preparing the Housing Element Update On January 26, 2000. the Planning Commission held a question and answer session with Ms Newman and Town StatTregarding the scope of work for the Housing Element Update T,h"rO!l PI"""",!! C!IIlIlIln Slaj/llc'pdrl 5-312000 ~ . .. PURPOSE The purpose of this Planning Commission Workshop is to discuss information that has been developed by Town Staff and \1s Newman regarding key aspects of the Housing Element Update, including I) An evaluation of past Housing Element programs (Exhibit 1) 2) Identification of affordable housing sites and densities to meet the Association of Bay Area Governments (ABAG) Housing Need numbers for Tiburon_ (Exhibits 2, 3, and 6) 3) Discussion of potential new Housing Element Program Options (Exhibit 4) This Workshop is being held at an early stage in the Housing Element Update process when input from the Planning Commission and public can intluence the direction of the draft Housing Element In recent months, Statf and \1s Newman have updated data on developable land in Tiburon, conducted a survey of Secondary Dwelling Unit rents, responded to ABAG regarding the Housing Need numbers for Tiburon, and developed a number of exhibits that are attached to this report These exhibits will be the basis for discussion during the Workshop and include" 1991-1995 Tiburon Housing Element !mplementing Program Evaluation Potential Atforclable Housing Development Sites and Lnits Housing Goals 1999-2006 (recommended affordClble housing sites) Housing Element UpdClte Program Options WORKSHOP GOALS The Planning Commission and public will have the opportunity to discuss and provide comments and suggestions on th~ Housing Element Update information developed to date Staff hopes that the Planning Commission will carefully evalu<lte the following I The list and maps of pOl entia I affordable housing sites (Exhibits 2, 3 & 6) 2 The range of densities identified for affordable housing development to meet or slightly exceed the ABAG Housing Need numbers identified for Tiburon The types of new Housing Programs that could be developed to further encourage affordable housing development in Tiburon over the next several years (Exhibit 4) New ideas and approaches are encouraged I The comments provided to Staff will direct the next stage ofwark, which is to prepare a public reviev,." Draft Housing Element Update and the environmental evaluation (CEQA documentation) Tiblll'OlIl'/alltliilgCul!/lIlI.\mJII ~"lci/l :'\e'p''''1 5,3/i2000 2 It is important to emphasize that the identification of sufficient sites and densities for affordable housing, to demonstrate that the ABAG Housing Need numbers are provided for, is essential for certification of the Housing Element by HCD. In previous reports and comments, Staff has indicated to the Planning Commission and Town Council that the ABAG Housing Need numbers for Tiburon are reasonable. Staff has developed an approach to meeting the identified Housing Need numbers that we believe will work. State housing law does not require that the units actually be constructed, but that it is possible to achieve such projects without a general plan amendment or a zoning change, and that governmental constraints to such projects are minimized. As of the completion of this report, Staffhasjust received revised Housing Need numbers from ABAG that reflect a reallocation of units from unincorporated areas to cities. The revised numbers are attached as Exhibit 5. The overall effect of these revisions is minor, but it will necessitate some small adjustments to the previously prepared Housing Goals Table (Exhibit 3). EXHIBITS I. 1991-1995 Tiburon Housing Element Program Evaluation 2. 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Hilarita(unused ponion) 2 0 100NedsWay 6. Second Units 16 0 0 16 0 (Estimate 2 UnitsIYear) SublotalAffordable 79 29 15 35 0 Housing Goals MARKET RATE 97 76 HOUSING (76 + 21 =97) EXHIBIT NO. 3 HOUSING ELEMENT UPDATE PROGRAM OPTIONS Draft \1ay J 1, 2000 I. EXISTING HOUSING PROGRA"'IS A Continue and Revise Existing Programs as Indicated in the Program Evaluation Table. B Develop a Homesharing Program Homesharing programs attempt tofacilitate owners of large homes who want to rent out rooms /0 singles or single-parentfamilies. The concept is to promote the idea in the HOl/sing Element alld cooperate with any agency that might facilitate homesharing. II. NEW AFFORDABLE HOUSING PROGRA"'lS A. Create an Affordable Housing Overlay Zone This would be all implementing mechanism to influence the opportunity for affordable hm/sing development 011 sites :,pecJfica/~v identified ill the HOl/sing E/emelll (i.e., Ihe shurI fist ofsiles in rhe Housing Goals tablej. This Overlay Zone would he dl!veloped hy Stafffor review and approval by the Planning Commission and TowII COllncil at ajiullre date. COllceplually, the Overlay Zone wOllldpermit a density Increase lip to a specified limil when an affordable housing development prrljecl Is proposed. The details of Ihe Overlay Zone wOllld be developed afler adoptioll of the Housing Element Update. Related to the Overlay Zone would be a Gweral Plan Amwdment to permit the specified density increases on the idelltified SlIes. B Increase the Percentage of Affordable Units in the Inclusionary Housing Policy PrewlI!ly. the lnclusio/la/)' Housing policy (SubchapTer 6) of Ihe ZOlling Ordinance requm!.\ Ihat 10% uf Ihe 101a11/T/mher ofT/nilS in (J ,\"uhdivision of 10 or more units be prrJl'ided at costs afforduhle to low or moderate income in perpetuity. NlallY commllllities require (J higher percelltage, Corte ",vladem)' flew draft Housing Eleme/lt has a ::0% iJlclusio/lwy requirement for projects with densities of 6 units; acre or less and a 25% inclusionwy requirement/or projects with densities 0/ 6 ulTitsacre or gT(!aler The TOWII of Tihuro/l should COJ/sid",!" an approach that is better tui{ored to Ihis commT/nity, hut with The same gtxd In mind. C Address Special Housing Needs in Appropriate Ways Speciul HOT/sing V<!eJI' ill the commTl!/TI)/ could !IIelllde senior hOT/sing, largl! family housing, sTTlgle-pureTll hOl/.I'eho/ds, (lTld dis(lbli:d perso/tl_ J'ihuf"OTI ha:.; already EXHIBIT NO.~ p,(J02 addressed disabled and senior special needs. This call be done simply by acknowledging the need alld encouraging inelusion of large family units in mrw affordahle housing developments. Single-parent households would pro~bly benefit from a Homesharing program as well as allY affordahle hal/sing programs. D. Simplify the Secondary Dwelling Unit Permit Process Ijregulations could be simplified, more secondary dwelling IInits might be created. This is a SOl/rce of affordable housing in the cummunity. Options inelude, bllt are not limited 10' waivingfees, making the Conditional Use Permit process less stringent, etc. E. Increase Incentives for Residential Uses in Commercial Zones The Tihllron General Plan and TiburOfi Zoning Ordinance currently allow for mIxed IIse and"or residential development in commercial =ones. However, the policies and regulations are vag"lIe and do not offer any incentives for sllch projects. Incentives could inclllde FAR honuses/or projects colltainingaffordable hal/sing. m. HOUSING OPPORTU:"IITY AREAS A IdentifY New Affordable Housing Sites and Target Housing Goals for Each Site The short list of affordable hOllsing sites i/1 Ihe HOl/sing Goals Tahle (Exhibit 3) would be the baSIS fOl" this program. The progmm would commit the Town to encollraging affordahle hm/sing del'elopmel1l at these sites. Howf!wr, it mllSI be noted Ihat the Town is I/Of reqllired /() huilJ affordable hOIlSillg 011 these sites, or compel Ihe properly oWllers 10 hl/ild affordahle hal/sing aI/these sites. EXHIBIT NO.~ PJA;.t ABAG Regional Housing Needs Determination Allocation DiS(ributed By Income Category 1999-2006 Distribution Cycle San Francisco and Marin Counties ~~~~~~Jli~ F~~~'-~',;"~":"7;;~ ~f:~W;"~~i~~1~ -,"'" U~~~!~ ;~t sAj:.f'ANs _' " ,- -~lo/f; ~!fi. 'u';;"'-'~-,,::-.~~ IU1ICOijXir.Ued_~~:awger-...4W':'" HCD Regional Housing Ned 230,743 175 58 257 170 2,570 21 137 2Ml 143 144 782 I 6 29 87 121 26 56 133 40 lOB 476 1.130 3 II 32 6S 445 876 361 104 26 92 as 292 0.~20:372 5,2441 2.1261 5,6391 7,363 S~~F;.ana$Co""~~~ 20,372 ,. c;'~~~' ,~,r Rcgiarul Hau..>ir.g :-":wisJurj,d.criar.,j R~."", :--:umbe"" RECEIVED MAY 2 5 1000 PLANNING DEPAAT~'J1ENl TOWN OF TIBURON l@R~~ousing Needs 1i ABAG """",'",f f1W IbyAm Governments EXHIBIT NO. S" ~ ~ ~ ~! . 0 ~ ~ :;;- t > > ." . ~ " . ~ "- . ~~ J ~ 0.0 "~ 6 O~ o. o . .!!o; 0 ~ :~ 0:->0 = = !':z ~ o - 0 - . ~~ z s~ tn 2'0; o E ~~ ~ ~ 0 = - , < ~- o 0 """' E= ~".-j ~:: ~ ~ _ 0 g~ ...., _= .Jo:: f=~ .E'5:il H. ~ - H g ~ ,- ~ ~ ~ ~ [ ;; ~ - .- ~~ ~.. H ~S ~~ ~ <""! <'l T "'" ~\~~fft u :i! ;;: fi .. " >- 0 ~ <: ~~ ~ ;:t 'B c -is z ~ :Z ~ . ~ ~~ ~~ .~ ~o .0 ~~ o o " o ~ ~ 1;: ~ g~ 3.:g "E z -"0 :== '0 "2 ~ ~ ,,~o ~.9 ~ '" t: 0 E 0 5 . ~~ iil~f= "3 g ~ ~ 3- "I c5 Z E-< ..... i:Q ~ '" ~ \.;::) = ~ ~~ - ~ o . 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But to my mind, the city, once it adopts a housing element, has made a commitment to it. I think our housing element should not only contain the requisite legal instruments, but should be a declaration of the city's intention to actually carry out the goals to the best of its ability. cc Scott Anderson Lisa Newman RECE1V;:D JUN 2 0 2000 June 16, 2000 p,-, TO: Miles Berger, Chair, Tiburon Planning Commission FROM: Margaret A~evedo, 1877 Centro west, Tiburon REGARDING: Tiburon Housing Element r'm writing to commend Scott Anderson and Lisa Newman for the well organized and useful preview of Tlburon's year 2000 Housing Element they presented to you last month. It gives you the basic content of a housing element without burdening you with the plethora of detail that will ultimately be required under state law, And it presents a list of options for additions to the new Housing Element that are certainly worth considering. I offer a few thoughts on that subject. Potential affordable housing sites The list is exhaustive and of course not all will turn out to be possible. The five in-town sites on the short list in Exhibit 3 are well located I believe. I'd like to see staff develop a set of criteria for selecting those most realistic,. Affordable housing overlay ZODe Essential to establish the city's intentions for these sites. iRclusionary units I believe we should increase the requirement of 10 percent affordable and should specify a certain number of low or very low income units. Secondary units A good source of affordable housing if it's affordable. The Housing Goals Chart (Exhibit 3) shows nothing in the "very low" or "low" categories, yet much of our own work force--city employees, teachers, etc.--fall within or below those income limits. The figures used by ABAG do not reflect the large gap between Marin's high median income and that of our elderly and our civil servants. I suggest we include a rental cap in our ordinance, as does the city of San Anselmo. It could be offset by reductions in per~it fees, in parking requirements, and in the 10,000 square foot minimum lot size, which seems excessive for this use. ~~ TOWN OF TIBURON ST AFF REPORT From: ITEM NO. h- Mayor and Members of the Town co~ " Alex D. McIntyre, Town Manager W" To: Subject: Proposed Reduction of Membership of the Parks and Open Space Committee Date: October 27, 2000 As the result ofa recent vacancy on the Parks and Open Space Committee, former Town Manager Bob Kleinert had suggested that the Town Council consider reducing the membership of the Committee from 7 to 5. His memorandum is attached. The arguments for reducing the membership from 7 to 5 include: I. Most other Town Committees/Commissions are made up of 5 members; 2. The ability to form a quorum would be easier with 3 of 5 rather than 4 of7 (see Emi Theriault's memo attached); With fewer members, decision-making could be more efficient; and 4. Minor cost savings by the reduction would result. , o The Town's Zoning Ordinance and Municipal Code govern the membership of the Parks and Open Space Committee. In order to make the change the Town Council would need to modifY both through ordinances Staff could bring back both ordinances for introduction at the Town Council's next regular meeting. Presently, there is one vacancy on the Parks and Open Space Committee with two members' terms due to expire in February 2001. Through attrition, the membership could be effectively reduced by no later March 200 I. Recommendation It is recommended that the Town Council ask staff to prepare the appropriate ordinances reducing the membership of the Parks and Open Space Committee from 7 to 5. Attachments TOWN OF TIBURON MEMORANDUM To: From: Subject: Date: TOWN COUNCIL TOWN MANAGER PARKS & OPEN SPACE COMMISSION (pOSe) VACANCY AUGUST II, 2000 With Tom Allen's recent resignation, a vacancy now exists on the POSe. I recommend that Council consider not filling this vacancy and, through attrition, indicate its intent to reduce the size of the Commission from seven (7) members to five (5), similar to the Town's Design Review Board, Planning Commission and Town Council. I feel the Commission will be just as effective, or perhaps more so, than it is now. There is also some cost savings in less agendas, reports, mailings, staff time, etc. and not having to extend the present "Council table" with another smaller table at each meeting when all commissioners attend. Such a change in the Commission structure would only require a minor revision to the Town's current ordinance. R. L. Kleinert Town Manager RLK: shm cc: Planning Director TOWN OF TIBURON MEMORANDUM From: To: Cc: Subject: Date: t' Emi Theriault Alex McIntyre, own Manager and Scott Anderson, Planning Director Parks and Open Space October 27, 2000 Per your request, I have compiled an analysis of the quorum problem we are having with the Parks and Open Space Commission. Please review the attached "Parks and Open Space Quorum Information" document. Quorum issues appear to be somewhat related to the tardiness problem the Town has had with the Commission (see the attached letter written to the Commission by fonner Town Manager Bob Kleinert), but the actual size of the Commission may be the real cause for the problem. All other Boards and Commissions for the Town consist of 5 members while this Commission is supposed to have 7 members. Six members currently serve the Commission. (As an aside, the large size of the Commission poses some logistical problems for Staff as the Council dais seats ouly 5 persons. An extra table must be placed adjacent to the dais for each Commission meeting and Town Hall does not have enough microphones for all 7 Commissioners). There does not seem to be a reason for the extra two member provision at this point and the effectiveness of the Commission may be well served if the size of the body were reduced to that provided for all other Town Boards, etc. Quorums for the past 12 months, October 12, 1999 through September 12, 2000, for Parks & Open Space Meetings. Three of the 12 meetings were cancelled. One of these meetings was cancelled in order for the Commission to have a joint meeting with the Town Council. Two members of the Commission attended the joint meeting. Number of Meetings: 9 of 12 Meetings started on time: 0 of 9 held Meetings started less than 5 minutes late: 2 of 9 held Meetings started more than 5 minutes late in order to obtain a quorum: 7 of 9 held Meetings cancelled for lack of quorum: 1 cancelled on night of meeting (after public notice issued). 1 meeting started 25 minutes late in order to obtain a quorum.