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Home My WebLink AboutTC Min 1994-11-02 ~- 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, November 2, 1994 in 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, Planning Director Anderson, Town Clerk Hennessy B. APPOINTMENTS TO COMMISSIONS BOARDS. COMMITTEES ~""' Motion: Moved: Vote: To appoint Marshall Martin to the Heritage & Arts Commission Wolf, Seconded by Thompson AYES: Unanimous C. PUBLIC OUESTIONS AND COMMENTS Mayor Nygren read letter from Mayor Peter Bryant of Rockdale, Australia expressing appreciation for Town Manager Robert Kleinert's recent talk at their meeting. Mayor Nygren read letter expressing appreciation to Chief Herley from the Scotts Valley Police Department for assisting them in their Police Department inspection. MEASURE "I" Nat Marans, Spanish Trail, expressed concern regarding a letter issued by Councilmember Wolf regarding an alternative plan for Town Hall; wanted to know who the "we" were indicated in the letter. Councilmember Wolf stated the letter was distributed only in response to a letter circulated by supporters of Measure I; the "we" referred to in the letter are various groups of people, some interested in a senior care facility, Ed Zelinsky, and Bruce Ross. ,,~ TOWN COUNCIL MINUTES #t033 11/2/94 1. ~- GGBH&TD In response to the Town Manager, Vice-Mayor Thompson stated he would attend the GGBH&TD meeting on November 3. VISTA TIBURON Vice-Mayor Thompson requested Vista Tiburon be agendized as an emergency item. after a brief discussion, it was agreed to maintain the "stop work" order concerning work on the Grove, and agendize discussion for the next meeting. D. COUNCIL. COMMISSION OR COMMITTEE ORAL REPORTS POUCE & ADMINISTRATION FACILITIES COMM.111EE Co-Chairman Hinkel stated volunteers are talking to people; a mailer has been sent, and an "Election Watch - Victory" party will be held at 7:00 P.M. at the Tiburon Peninsula Club. E. CONSENT CALENDAR MOTION: To approve the Consent Calendar consisting of the following items: /-- 1. NOTICES OF COMPLETION (Centro West - Minor Repairs and Bicycle Parking at Ferry Terminal - Two Resolutions) 2. CmZEN OF THE YEAR (Adopt Resolution Honoring Hampton Kirchmaier - Resolution) 3. ACCEPT GRANT DEED (Spring Lane Open Space - Resolution) Moved: Vote: Thayer, Seconded by Ginalski AYES: Unanimous NOES: None F. PUBLIC HEARING 4. CIRCULATION ELEMENT AMENDMENTS (Resolution) The Planning Director reviewed the Staff report; the proposal consists of amendments to the Tiburon General Plan Circulation Element by updating the list of circulation system improvements; amending the Circulation Element Diagrams; clarifying the intent of element policies C-2, C-3 and C-4 including extending the level of service standards which are scheduled to sunset in 1995; amending the list of suggested Circulation Element Programs and amending the Background Discussion portion of the Element, which is informational only. /"""' TOWN COUNCIL MINUTES #1033 11/2/94 2 ~- The Planning Director noted the Reed Ranch Road signalization language in previous element was rather vague and the Tiburon Blvd. Improvement Committee was very strongly in favor of a 4-way signalization, however, the Planning Commission has included language to collect fees but not to design it at this time. The Planning Director stated Cecilia Way intersection generated some diverse opinion, however, the Commission and Staff recommend including this improvement. The Ned's Way improvements are a new addition to the list. He stated Staff recommends deleting Frontage Road improvements on page 13 because they will be completed soon. The Planning Director recommended Council take public testimony, review and make any desired changes and adopt Resolution Certifying Negative Declaration; if Council desires, direct Staff to prepare a Resolution of Approval for adoption at the next meeting. The Mayor opened the public hearing. ~-- Bruce Abbott, President of the Greenwood Beach Homeowners Association, read letter dated November 2, stating their objections to change the intersection of Tiburon Blvd. and Reed Ranch Road; he noted the proposal will isolate 458 Greenwood Beach Road from the rest of the street and encroach upon 448 and 444 Greenwood Beach Road in order to make a "turn around"; inordinately expensive undertaking which would divert resources from projects long rejected and of higher priority; changes character of their neighborhood; Blackie's Pasture has become a regional park, imposing more burden upon their neighborhood and the character of Blackie's Pasture should be returned to one that serves the residents of Tiburon; there are too many traffic signals; this proposal was discussed and dismissed years ago, and every member of the public who spoke at the Planning Commission meeting opposed this proposal; respectfully requested that the proposal be deleted from the Circulation Plan. Mr. Abbott spoke as an individual and emphasized this proposal would isolate his house; said property along Tiburon Blvd. is unduly exposed to burglaries as it is; respectfully requested the proposal be withdrawn from the General Plan; noted their concern is approval would indicate public support and there is no public support. In response to Councilmember Ginalski, he would not oppose a crosswalk but would encourage it. In response to the Mayor, the Planning Director stated Exhibit 2 is not part of the Element, and not the only solution in the proposed wording which states: "Signalization should occur in conjunction with a relocated entrance to Blackie's Pasture Park. A relocated entrance to Blackie's Pasture Park may be necessary to accommodate the widening of Tiburon Blvd. through the Trestle Glen Boulevard intersection. If the Park entrance relocation is necessary, both of these improvements should be coordinated." /'~ TOWN COUNCIL MINUTES #t033 11/2/94 3 ,,- Discussion ensued regarding a 3-way signalization which would not affect Mr. Abbott's house, however, CAL/TRANS has previously rejected this idea because warrants don't meet their standards. Carolyn Hockley, 20 Mara Vista, supported the wording in case it is needed in the future. Jeffrey Slavitz, 45 Upper No. Terrace, concerned about safety; suggested crosswalks with a push button for pedestrian crossings. The Town Engineer reiterated he didn't think CAL/TRANS would allow it. Florence Holcolm, 448 Greenwood Beach Road, resident since 1952, reviewed history of their neighborhood; stated CAL/TRANS took 1/3 of their land in order to create Greenwood Beach Road and widen Tiburon Blvd.; objected to traffic lights. Wayne Snow, tOO Jefferson Drive, didn't understand the reason to widen the road if it isn't widened beyond Stewart Drive; questioned noise impact; questioned how residents of Jefferson would be able to make a left hand turn. /-- The Town Engineer explained going out of Town traffic now stacks-up beyond Stewart Drive; the only reason to widen the road would be to store traffic and eliminate congestion; this will have repercussions on other projects such as Jefferson; this would eliminate a safe exit from Blackie's Pasture where the two lanes begin at the current entrance; if two lanes start before Trestle Glen, there will be no more protection; stated entrance to Blackie's would be a serious problem if the road is widened to two lanes; they would have to encroach on Blackie's Pasture by about 12'; stated there are many problems; noted it is feasible but very difficult. The Town Engineer stated when he applied for a 3-way signal at Reed Ranch Road he provided for a walkway to Blackie's Pasture; CAL/TRANS agreed to a 4-way signal because of the fatality in that area. Phil Cassou, No. Terrace, suggested a merge lane at Reed Ranch Road; and entrance to Blackie's Pasture at Trestle Glen. The Town Engineer noted a child was killed in the crosswalk at the entrance to Blackie's Pasture and it was moved to the intersection of Trestle Glen when traffic signals were installed. Mr. Bala stated he has mentioned a pedestrian bridge in the past but it would require fencing; stated he was not that brave to add four lanes at the Reed Ranch Road intersection; stated the curvature is bad as it is; couldn't have a merge lane long enough to match speed of oncoming traffic. Mrs. Miller, 458 Greenwood Beach Road, very much opposed to being left alone as an island in Blackie's Pasture; thought neighborhoods should work together for a solution; resented some neighbors getting improvements and making problems for them. /"~ TOWN COUNCIL MINUTES #t033e 11/2/94 4 - The Mayor stated that they are creating thoughts and ideas that might happen; the Circulation Element doesn't say it will happen; they are proposals of what might happen; if they aren't addressed, the Town cannot collect fees to correct them. Wolfgang Lawrence, Acela Drive, expressed concern with another traffic signal at Reed Ranch Road; shouldn't penalize residents; didn't think this proposal should be included in the Circulation Element. Mrs. Holcomb stated three out of four Planning Commissioners were opposed to this idea and questioned why it was still included. The Planning Director stated the language in the Element can be construed many ways; there is no final design solution. The Mayor closed the public hearing. Discussion ensued regarding traffic studies, hours studies, future density and problems at Trestle Glen. Council agreed to add wording "...or other working solutions such as change in grade and four-way signal" to Tiburon Blvd and Trestle Glen intersection paragraphs. Item tabled to later in the evening to accommodate persons waiting for other items. G. UNFINISHED BUSINESS ,.-.. 5. CHILD CARE CENTER LEASE (Consider Approval of Lease with Child Care Center and RUSD) The Town Attorney reviewed the Staff report; basic terms are 30 year lease; initial rent $250/month with automatic escalation based on CPI; renegotiate basic rent after 20 years; scholarship provision for Town employees to offer one at 50% and 6 at 10%. Draft was revised in February 1994, however, execution was delayed till after Measure "M" was voted on in June. Former Mayor Logan called and expressed concern over the length of the lease. The Town Attorney stated 30 years was arrived at to show long term security while they were looking for financing for improvements. Bob Goldman, 4925 Paradise Drive, President of the Child Care Center Board of Directors, stated they were satisfied with the lease as negotiated. Susan Mochtinger, Chairman of the Scholarship Committee, stated there are other scholarships based on need. Motion: Moved: Vote: To approve lease as submitted. Thayer, Seconded by Wolf AYES: Unanimous NOES: None ,r-- TOWN COUNCIL MINUTES #t033 11/2/94 5 4. CIRCULATION ELEMENT AMENDMENTS (Continued) - Council reviewed the Circulation Element per page and agreed upon the following changes: Page 5, add, "all intersectionsalong Paradise Drive". Page 7, C-9, change "publish a brochure" to "make available" Page 9, C-27, change "pursue" to "consider" Page 9, C-29, add "elevated parking structures of two or more levels should not be allowed" Page 10, C-34, change "should" to "may" Page 11, Cod, add, "Congestion Management Agency" Page 11, C-g, delete. The Mayor suggested adding a new paragraph",'''The Town should work with the School District to implement a program to increase car pooling or bus system of school children." After a brief discussion, Council rejected the suggestion. ,,-- Page 12, change wording to read "shall not be exceeded" Page 13, item 2, delete first four lines Page 14, items 4 and 5, changed per prior discussion. Page 16, item 11, Mayor suggested to include wording "construct a gravel parking lot". Town Engineer suggested landscaping and berms to hide the cars. Planning Director to work with CAL/TRANS at design stage. Councilrnember Thayer agreed with Town Engineer; stated screening is the right thing to do or a nice orderly plan; gravel doesn't save us from pollution. Mayor Nygren suggested wording which states "want it in keeping with the rural character of the Town". Vice-Mayor Thompson stated he wanted to encourage park and ride lots; could also work at Blackie's Pasture. Page 17, item 1, add language Page 17, item 2, delete Page 17, item 5, delete "..- TOWN COUNCIL MINUTES #1033 11/2/94 6 - Page 17, add "Develop a signage program between Solano and Mar West" Page 17, add: Improve safety of turning movements into Tiburon Blvd. and pedestrian crossing at Stewart Drive; improve turn movements and pedestrian crossing for those heading east at Knoll Road; improve safety of turning movements into Tiburon Blvd. and pedestrian crossings at Reed Ranch Road, and install bike lane on Mar West. Page 20, Line 20, add, "Angel Island Ferry" Page 21, Home-Based Trips, line 27, add, section on school-based trips Page 22, Planning Director will try to get more recent information. Page 23, Line 2 and 3, delete "adjacent to the Boardwalk Shopping Center" Page 24, at the bottom of the page, add section on Angel Island ferry service Page 24, Line 33, change "bike" to "Multi-use" Motion: To adopt Resolution Certifying a Negative Declaration for Amendments to the Circulation Element of the General Plan Thompson, Seconded by Thayer AYES: Unanimous NOES: None ,- Moved: Vote: Staff was directed to return next meeting with a Resolution adopting the Circulation Element. The Mayor asked the Town Manager to set up a meeting with CAL/TRANS in early December to discuss maintenance agreement, park and ride lot, coordinating timing of lights, slide area on Palmer Court, safety at Reed Ranch Road. 6. TOWN COUNCIL WORKSHOP SESSIONS WITH PLANNING COMMISSION & DESIGN REVIEW BOARD (Discuss Agenda Items) The Mayor stated she will submit agenda items. Asked the Planning Commission and Board to do the same. H. COMMUNICATIONS 7. Letter to Mayor from Department of Forestry and Fire Protection dt'd 9/19/94 (Community Forest Plan) /'~ Council supported an appointed official and staff member to register for the workshop. TOWN COUNCIL MINUTES #t033 11/2/94 7 ,,- I. STAFF AND TOWN MANAGER REPORTS 8. FUTURE COUNCIL SCHEDULE - Mayoral Election and/or Second Meeting in December Council moved the regular meeting of the Town Council to Monday, December 5; the Town Holiday Party on December 6, and the ~'Q..--'\May{)I'al Election on i!ll-L.u'1. ..."1 . J. CLOSED SESSION There being no further business before the Town Council of the Town of Tiburon, Mayor Nygren adjourned the meeting at 10:55 P.M. to Closed Session. K. ADJOURNMENT The Council reconvened and there was no report. There being no further business before the Town Council of the Town of Tiburon, Mayor Nygren adjourned the meeting at 11:50 P.M. to 7:30 P.M., Thursday, December 10, 1994 for a Workshop with the Planning Commission. ,,- N A MAYOR KAREN ATTEST: YJr THERESE M. HENNESSY, TO CLERK /- TOWN COUNCIL MINUTES #1033 11/2/94 8