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Home My WebLink AboutTC Min 1994-07-06 ,;~ ! TOWN COUNCIL MINUTES CALL TO ORDER Mayor Nygren called the regular meeting of the Town Council of the Town of Tiburon to order at 7:35 P.M., Wednesday, July 6,1994 in the Council Chambers, 1101 Tiburon Blvd., Tiburon, California. A. ROLL CALL PRESENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: Ginalski, Thayer, Thompson, Wolf, Nygren ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: None EX OFFICIO: Town Manager Kleinert, Town Attorney Ewing, Town Engineer Bala, Sgt. Aiello, Planning Director Anderson, Finance Director Stranzl, Town Clerk Hennessy B. APPOINTMENTS TO COMMISSIONS. BOARDS. COMMITTEES -- Motion: Moved: Vote: Motion: Moved: Vote: Motion: Moved: Vote: Motion: Moved: Vote: -- To appoint Michael Heckmann to the Planning Commission Thayer, Seconded by Ginalski AYES: Unanimous NOES: None To appoint Evelyn Woo to Design Review Board Thayer, Seconded by Ginalski AYES: Unanimous NOES: None To appoint T. D. Clark to the Heritage & Arts Commission Ginalski, Seconded by Thayer AYES: Unanimous NOES: None To appoint Stephanie Bartos to the Heritage & Arts Commission Thayer, Seconded by Ginalski AYES: Unanimous NOES: None 7/6/94 TOWN COUNCIL MINUTES #1022 1 r- Motion: Moved: Vote: Motion: Moved: Vote: To appoint John Schaller to the Housing Committee Wolf, Seconded by Thompson AYES: Unanimous NOES: None To reappoint Lisa Klairmont to the Parks & Open Space Commission Thompson, Seconded by Wolf AYES: Unanimous NOES: None C. PUBLIC OUESTIONS AND COMMENTS The Town Manager thanked the Superintendent of Public Works Tony Iacopi for the outstanding job he performed refinishing the Thrift Shop and turning it into Council Chambers. The Mayor moved Item 2 forward. E. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 2. BLACKIE'S PASTURE STATUE (Consider Acceptance of Strawbridge Trust Bequest to the Town as Recommended by the Tiburon Peninsula Foundation - Resolution) 1'"'. Councilmember Wolf stepped down due to the proximity of her residence to Blackie's Pasture. The Town Manager reviewed the Staff report; stated the Gordon W. Strawbridge Trust is donating $30,000 to the Town for the benefit of its citizens under the condition that the Trustees and government agree on the public use of the funds for the construction and erection of a statue of Blackie to be placed in Blackie's Pasture. In response to Councilmember Thayer, the Town Manager stated the Tiburon Peninsula Foundation will pick up any additional costs. The Mayor noted the Town never planned for a statue. Barbara Matthew, President Tiburon Peninsula Foundation, reviewed the history of the Foundation, stated the artist has come up with the design; stated it is a joint effort with the Town to find an appropriate location. Motion: Moved: I'"' To adopt Resolution Accepting a Monetary Gift for Public Purposes from the Gordon W. Strawbridge Trust Thompson, Seconded by Ginalski 7/6/94 TOWN COUNCIL MINUTES #1022 2 r' Vote: AYES: NOES: ABSTAIN: Thayer, Ginalski, Thompson, Nygren None Wolf D. PUBLIC HEARING 1. HIGHLANDS/CECILIA PlACE SENIOR HOUSING PROGRAM (AP. #34-351-11 and 12; Owner: Tiburon Redevelopment Agency; Applicant: Ecumenical Association for Housing; Applications for Negative Declaration, Rezoning, and Precise Development Plan to Secure Approval of a 16-Unit Affordable Senior Housing Project located at the End of Cecilia Way (near the Corner of Leland Way & Cecilia Way) a. Negative Declaration (Resolution) b. Rezone Property from RPD to RMP (Ordinance, 1st Reading) c. Accept Precise Plan Testimony The Planning Director reviewed the Staff report; stated the project was a culmination of years of diligence by the Bel Aire Homeowners Association, Housing Committee, Ecumenical Association for Housing (EAH), the Town Council and Redevelopment Agency. r". Scott Hochstrasser, Planning Consultant, reviewed history of the parcel and the proposed design for 15 units, plus a manager's unit; 24 parking spaces and landscaping has addressed privacy concerns. The Town Engineer noted the existing road is a fire trail and evacuation route and it must be maintained. The Mayor opened the public hearing. Hazel Caldwell, 124 Leland Way, stated neighbors worked with EAH and are pleased with the project. Jill Minus, EAH Project Manager, thanked everyone for their willingness, time and energy. Jim Fitzgerald, 287 Cecilia Way, suggested a sitting area on the far side of the parking lot for the tenants. Richard Olmsted, architect, stated one of the conditions of approval suggested installation of covered benches in three spots and one of the areas could function as suggested. r" TOWN COUNCIL MINUTES #1022 7/6/94 3 In response to the Mayor, Mr. Olmsted stated native grasses would be planted; stated removal of the cupola would not be a problem but a regrettable loss; believed it can be adequately mitigated at the Design Review Board hearing. r" In response to the Mayor, Ms. Minus stated EAH does not have the opportunity to control maintenance of off-site landscaping. The Mayor closed the public hearing. The Mayor made minor revisions in the draft Resolution for the Precise Development Plan. Motion: Moved: Vote: Motion: Moved: Vote: 1'""', To adopt Resolution Approving a Precise Development Plan for the Cecilia Place Senior Housing Development Thompson, Seconded by Wolf AYES: Unanimous NOES: None To read by title only. Thompson, Seconded by Thayer AYES: Unanimous NOES: None The Mayor read AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF TIBURON REZONING CERTAIN PROPERTY FROM RPD (RESIDENTIAL PLANNED DEVELOPMENT) ZONE TO RMP (RESIDENTIAL MULTIPLE PLANNED) ZONE Motion: Moved: Vote: Motion: Moved: Vote: To pass first reading of the aforementioned ordinance. Thompson, Seconded by Thayer AYES: Ginalski, Thayer, Thompson, Wolf, Nygren NOES: None To adopt Resolution Approving a Precise Development Plan for the Cecilia Place Senior Housing Development Thayer, Seconded by Thompson AYES: Unanimous NOES: None 3. HIGHLANDS 16 UNIT SENIOR HOUSING PROGRAM Approve Development Disposition and Loan Agreement with Ecumenical Association for Housing for Highlands 16 Unit Senior Housing Program (THIS ITEM CONTINUED TO JULY 20, 1994) r 7/6/94 TOWN COUNCIL MINUTES #1022 4 r-. TRIATHLON Vice-Mayor Thompson asked Counci1members to join him in the Fire District's Triathlon; stated he would swim; Councilmember Ginalski volunteered to ride a bicycle and Counci1member Wolf agreed to jog. Council decided to challenge the City of Belvedere. E. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 4. NEW TOWN CENTER PROGRAM (Select and Refine Appropriate New Town Center Revised Plans and Specs as Submitted by Roland/Miller & Architects) The Town Manager reviewed the Staff report; the downtown proposal will require additional information and will be discussed July 12. The Mayor and Town Manager thanked Eric Glass for preparing the four options free of charge and reducing copies. Valerie Bergmann, former Mayor, asked what the cost savings would be if the entire building were not built to the higher emergency services standard; noted the four options still included the police and administration in the same building; asked about dividing the buildings. r'.. Eric Glass stated the first floor including the Police, EOC would be required by code to be built to the Emergency Services Act which increases the cost somewhat; the second floor is designed to meet the same requirements of the ESA; it would be fair to say half of the building is being constructed to a higher construction standard than if it were not attached to the Police; Council Chambers does not have to be built to that same structural standard so that portion is not built to the ESA; if the EOC were moved to the Council Chambers, the ESA would come into effect; code doesn't allow two different standards for two different levels; he roughly estimated a savings of $100,000 if functions were separated; however, if there were two separate buildings with additional roof and site development work, he guessed it would be more expensive than the 10% savings. Ms. Bergmann expressed concerns that the project was being rushed back to the polls; stated it was incumbent on the public to ask questions vis a vis financing. John Kern, Stewart Drive, suggested one section for police and one section for administration and Council Chambers; agreed the emergency generator will require seismic isolation and sound proofing; asked if there had been consideration of placing the emergency functions in one building. Mr. Glass stated there were infinite number of variations; felt there might be some difficulty with the functional layout of the department on two levels; Option ill shows r' TOWN COUNCIL MINUTES #1022 7/6/94 5 I""' r-, r- generator outside; some portions of administration will want to remain on line during emergencies; there were some discussions whether to have administration section in the EOC mode to support the emergency functions. Hal Edelstein stated there are portions of administration, such as Building Inspector, that ought to remain on line during emergencies; also functions of the Town Manager and Town Clerk. Joy Easom, 1828 Lagoon View, stated board and batten was Measure M proposal; there was concurrence that this material had a better architectural character as being appropriate for the Town. Discussion ensued regarding alternatives and maintenance. In response to Councilmember Wolf, Mr. Glass stated the building would be energy efficient with high efficiency lighting fixtures, air conditioning, insulated glazing and motion sensors on lights. Nat Marans suggested the Council first decide how much they want to spend. Hal stated the change in dollars has to be dramatic and hopefully the change in appearance won't be as dramatic; suggested removing one of the meeting rooms and enlarge Council Conference Room; suggested including Recreation Department within office space or elsewhere on the site; thought function of the upper deck was important; problem with Option I and II is there is no cover for people waiting to go to Council Chambers. Option III with extended Conference Room; suggested raising level of the single level to a higher elevation. Mr. Glass responded that a change in elevation was considered but it still required stairs. Mr. Edelstein stated he believed Option III was the best approach with modifications. In response to Ms. Easom, Mr. Glass stated the Council Chambers is a flat floor and fixed or removable seating is an option. Council reviewed their preferences of the four Options presented as follows: A combination of Options II and III Windows on the side Hip roof Recreation Department near Council Chambers No community rooms Make Council Chambers multi purpose; use for police training Council Conference Room expanded and divided Design of Option III Recreation in lower level under Council Chambers Consider one unisex bathroom in police department near interview rooms Generator outside building TOWN COUNCIL MINUTES #1022a 7/6/94 6 Wood exterior Possibly keep community rooms next to recreation by excavation Consider bond measure based on A V of property Cover to protect people waiting outside Council Chambers Reception area in building department shown in Option III preferred Possibly moving Planning Director's office next to Conference room Move Planning Assistant to front near counter space Hardy shake roof material Eliminate dormers Eliminate bay window Council discussed need for one more drawing and cost estimates. The Town Attorney noted you cannot set up a Mello Roos Assessment District based on A V. Council directed Mr. Glass to meet with Adamson & Associates to get cost estimates for approximately $400-500 fee, plus authorization for one additional drawing by Mr. Glass. Council directed Staff to prepare financing options. F. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business before the Town Council of the Town of Tiburon, Mayor Nygren adjourned the meeting at 11:00 P.M. to 7:30 P.M., Thursday, July 7, 1994 at Del Mar School Multi Purpose Room. ATTEST: TOWN COUNCIL MINUTES #1022 7/6/94 7