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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTC Min 1991-09-17 TOWN COUNCIL MINUTES CALL TO ORDER The Closed Session of the Town Council of the Town of Tiburon was called to order at 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, September 17, 1991, in Room 5, Del Mar School, Tiburon, California, to discuss litigation, personnel matters, and labor negotiations. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Thayer called the regular meeting of the Town Council of the Town of Tiburon to order at 7:45 p.m., Tuesday, September 17, 1991, in Room 5, Del Mar School, Tiburon, California. A. ROLL CALL PRESENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: Friedman, Coxhead, Kuhn, Logan, Thayer ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: None EX OFFICIO: Town Manager Kleinert, Town Attorney Ewing, Town Engineer Bala, Supt. of Public Works Iacopi, Planning Director Lohman, Finance Director Stranzl, Police Chief Herley, Minute Clerk Kearney. B. PUBLIC OUESTlONS AND COMMENTS None. C. SPECIAL RECOGNITION TIBURON FIRE DISTRICT'S GOLDEN JUBILEE CELEBRATION - Resolution The Town Manager noted that the Tiburon Fire District is celebrating its fiftieth anniversary and requested the Town Council adopt a resolution expressing its appreciation and gratitude to the StafT and Volunteers of the Tiburon Fire District. Motion: To adopt A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF TIBURON EXPRESSING APPRECIATION TO THE TIBURON FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT ON THE OCCASION OF THEIR GOLDEN JUBILEE. Logan, Seconded by Kuhn AYES: Unanimous Moved: Vote: TOWN COUNCIL MINUTES #924 9/17/91 1 D. CONSENT CALENDAR Motion: Moved: Vote: To approve the Consent Calendar consisting the following item: 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES #923, September 3, 1991 Logan, Seconded by Friedman AYES: Friedman, Coxhead, Logan, Thayer ABSTAINED: Kuhn E. PUBLIC HEARINGS 2. UNDMDED INTEREST PROJECTS (Amend Zoning Ordinance, Ordinance, 2nd Reading) In response to Council's discussion at the previous Council meeting regarding whether the definitions section of the proposed ordinance should be moved, the Town Attorney stated he has discussed this matter with the Senior Planner and they both recommend the ordinance not be changed. Mayor Thayer opened the public hearing; and upon receiving no public input, closed the public hearing. Motion: Moved: Vote: Motion: Moved: Vote: To read the Ordinance by Title Only. Friedman, Seconded by Kuhn AYES: Unanimous To pass second reading of AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF TIBURON AMENDING SECTION 4.06 OF THE TOWN'S ZONING ORDINANCE TO REGULATE UNDMDED INTEREST PROJECTS. Logan, Seconded by Kuhn AYES: Friedman, Coxhead, Kuhn, Logan, Thayer 3. ANIMAL CONTROL ORDINANCE (Adopt Countywide Recommended Revisions - Ordinance, 1st Reading) The Finance Director stated the County is requesting the cities to amend their animal control ordinances to incorporate fee increases approved by the Board of Supervisors. Mayor Thayer opened the public hearing; and upon receiving no public input, closed the public hearing. Motion: Moved: Vote: To read the ordinance by Title Only. Kuhn, Seconded by Friedman AYES: Unanimous TOWN COUNCIL MINUTES #924 9/17/91 2 Motion: To pass first reading of AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF TIBURON ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE AMENDED ANIMAL CONTROL REGULATIONS OF TITLE 8 OF THE MARIN COUNlY CODE INCLUDING THOSE RELATING TO LICENSE FEES. Kuhn, Seconded by Friedman AYES: Friedman, Coxhead, Kuhn, Logan, Thayer Moved: Vote: F. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 4. GREENWOOD BEACH ROAD CLOSURE (Consideration of Long Range Solution) The Town Manager reviewed the stafT report and reported that cars continue to violate the closure of Greenwood Beach Road. He and the Police Chief both recommend the road be permanently closed with emergency vehicular access only. Council discussed the costs involved and difTerent options for allowing emergency vehicle access. Mayor Thayer opened the public hearing. Richard Hill, POSC Chair, presented a proposed plan for Blackie's Pasture improvements based upon the POSC assumption that the road would be closed and stated the Commission has never voted on this issue. Glen Smith, Greenwood Beach Road resident, stated he had contacted the Fire District and they have indicated that there is new technology available that would permanently close the road to all except emergency vehicles, bicycles and pedestrians. Rick Cupples, President of the Greenwood Beach Homeowners Association, stated he will be submitting a petition signed by 18 of the 22 residents on Greenwood Beach Road indicating their support for the permanent closure of the Road; the homeowners are opposed to a four-way stop at the Reed Ranch Road intersection, but would support a three-way stop; and he informed the Council that the church on Greenwood Beach Road plans to expand the nursery school which would generate more traffic. Mayor Thayer closed the public hearing. Councilmember Friedman stated he supports the permanent closure of the road with access for emergency vehicles only; that it not be hinged on a solution to the Reed Ranch Road intersection considerations; and suggested the Town Engineer be directed to research modern methods for such and present a plan to the Council. Councilmember Coxhead agreed the road should be permanently closed, but in a least expensive manner with consideration given to possible changes when the Reed Ranch Road intersection improvements are made. TOWN COUNCIL MINUTES #924 9/17/91 3 Councilmember Logan concurred with Councilmember Friedman's comments and recommended the road be closed permanently. Vice-Mayor Kuhn stated the closure should be delayed another four to six months until issues relating to parking at Blackie's Pasture, the entrance location to the park, and the Reed Ranch Road intersection improvements are resolved. He also questioned the need for emergency access at this location; and the Police Chief responded that police and fire personnel frequently use this access. Mayor Thayer stated he favored a permanent closure of Greenwood Beach Road pending a final resolution of the Blackie's Pasture Plan and Reed Ranch Road intersection; however, in the meantime, he suggested a reasonable and more efTective means of closing the road be provided that would allow emergency access. Staff was directed to come back with a proposal for temporarily closing the road in a more effective manner with provisions for emergency vehicles, keeping costs to a minimum; to report back what the consequences would be if the road were closed to emergency vehicles as well; and to contact CAL/TRANS in 30 days to receive a status report on the Town's requested improvements on Tiburon Boulevard, including the Reed Ranch Road intersection. G. NEW BUSINESS 5. ABANDONED VEHICLE ABATEMENT PROGRAM (Approve Establishment of Countywide Program Administered by Marin Street Light JP A - Resolution) The Town Manager reviewed the staff report and noted that although abandoned vehicles are not a problem in Tiburon or Southern Marin, they are a problem in other parts of the County. AB 4114 provides that a service fee of $1.00 on all annual vehicle registration fees be imposed to establish abandoned vehicles abatement programs and Tiburon would receive approximately $6,900 towards this efTort. However, if the funds are not used, the Town would be required to return them to the County, but he hopes the use for these funds can be expanded for the overall public safety program. He recommended Council approve the establishment of this program by adopting the proposed resolution. Mayor Thayer opened the public hearing; and upon receiving no public comment, closed the public hearing. Motion: To adopt A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF TIBURON APPROVING ESTABLISHMENT OF AN ABANDONED VEHICLE ABATEMENT PROGRAM OPERATED BY THE MARIN STREET LIGHT ACQUISITION JOINT POWERS AUTHORITY. Kuhn, Seconded by Friedman AYES: Unanimous Moved: Vote: TOWN COUNCIL MINUTES #924 9/17/91 4 IL COUNCI4 COMMISSION OR COMMI"r.'EE REPORTS 6. PARKS & OPEN SPACE COMMISSION (Long Term Use of Donahue Building Recommendations) Richard Hill, Chairman of the POSC, stated the Commission supports in principle the use of part or all of the Donahue Building as a museum; a final decision should wait until the full costs of such an undertaking can be estimated; this use should be subject to the Town no longer needing space for temporary offices; and subject to there being adequate funds available. He stated the Commission proposed Council authorize a detailed survey of the existing building be completed including the architectural features and structural system at a cost of $6,000; and then authorize the POSC to negotiate an agreement with the Landmarks Society defining the terms and conditions of use, sharing of costs, duration of agreement, etc. Joan Bergsund, on behalf of the Landmarks Society, stated they would like a railroad and ferry museum in the Donahue Building; reported that efforts are continuing to facilitate the application for the national register; and urged Council approve the POSC recommendations. Louise Teather, Landmarks Society, spoke in support of the POSC recommendations. The Council expressed their full support of the POSC recommendations and discussed possible financial assistance from the Tiburon Peninsula Foundation and the Landmarks Society. Joan Bergsund stated the Foundation and Society have had discussions regarding joint fund raising for interior improvements needed for this project and they hope the Town will fund exterior improvements. Motion: To approve the POSC recommendations as outlined in the Commission Report and authorize the expenditure of $6,000 to complete a detailed survey of the existing building including the architectural features and structural system. Kuhn, Seconded by Logan AYES: Unanimous Moved: Vote: 8. TIBURON PENINSULA SOCCER LEAGUE (Request to Leave Goal Posts Up Overnight) Because members of the audience were waiting to hear this matter, this item was moved forward on the agenda. Richard GofT, President of the Tiburon Peninsula Soccer League, stated that for the past two years the League has set up their soccer goals the Friday evening before Saturday morning soccer games. However, because of one or two complaints from residents living TOWN COUNCIL MINUTES #924 9/17/91 5 above McKegney Green, they are requesting official permission to continue setting up the night before, including 4 Saturday evenings before Sunday morning games. Council members Friedman and Coxhead stated they would approve this request with the understanding that the Council has the right to reverse their decision should this become an issue. Councilmembers Logan, Kuhn and Mayor Thayer expressed their approval of the request. Motion: To honor the request of the TPSL to set up goals the evenings prior to the scheduled morning games, including the scheduled Sunday morning games. Kuhn, Seconded by Logan AYES: Unanimous Moved: Vote: It was noted that since organized adult team usage of the field has been restricted, the field turf has improved. 7. NEW TOWN CENTER PROGRESS REPORT (Oral Report by Mayor Thayer) Mayor Thayer reported on a meeting held on Monday September 16, 1991, with Child Care Center and RUSD representatives, whereby the Child Care Center representatives presented their proposals for a lease agreement with the Town and discussions continued regarding the appropriate site for relocation of the Child Care Center. He stated an option being considered would be the lot behind Reed School, but there is a question about the land stability. He further stated it was agreed the Town Attorney would meet with attorneys representing the School District and Child Care Center to resolve outstanding issues relating to the lease agreement and moving costs for the Child Care Center, and the easement the School District has across Town property. I. COMMUNICATIONS 9. LTR. FROM OFFICE OF THE ASSESSOR/RECORDER'S OFFICE (Reassessment of Viacom Cable Television System, dated 9/5/91) The Council noted without comment receipt of the letter from the County Assessor/Recorder regarding reassessment of the Viacom Cable Television System. J. STAFF AND TOWN MANAGER REPORTS 10. ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT OF PUBLIC WORKS POSITION (Recruitment Status Report) The Finance Director reported that the Public Works Department is currently recruiting to fill the Assistant Superintendent of Public Works position and hopes to have the position filled by November 1st. Vice-Mayor Kuhn questioned the absence of emphasis on park maintenance landscaping skills in the recruitment ad; and the Town Manager responded that the person hired must TOWN COUNCIL MINUTES #924 9/17/91 6 be responsible for much more than park maintenance and perhaps Council should consider creating another position that would be specifically specialized in park maintenance. After further discussion regarding the qualifications desired for this position, whether park maintenance should be contracted out or done in-house, and the costs involved, Council directed Staff to place this matter on a future agenda for discussion. K. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business before the Town Council of the Town of Tiburon, Mayor Thayer adjourned the meeting at 9:30 p.m., Tuesday, September 17, 1991, sine die. R ..~ ATTEST: ~~.~ ERESE M. HENNESSY, OWN CLERK TOWN COUNCIL MINUTES #924 9/17/91 7