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IN CONFERENCE ROOM 201 OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL, MONDAY, NOVEMBER 20,
1989 AT 7:00 PM.
Regular Meeting:
CLOSED SESSION
CLOSED SESSION TO DISCUSS LITIGATION AND LABOR NEGOTIATIONS - File 1.4.1.a
1. No. 89-20 (a) - #4. No. 89-20 (b) - #7.
No reportable action was taken.
IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL, MONDAY, NOVEMBER 20,
1989 AT 8:00 PM.
Regular Meeting: Present: Lawrence E. Mulryan, Mayor
San Rafael City Council Albert J. Boro, Councilmember
Joan Thayer, Councilmember
Absent: Dorothy L. Breiner, Councilmember
Michael A. Shippey, Councilmember
Also Present: Pamela J. Nicolai, City Manager; Gary T. Ragghianti,
City Attorney; Jeanne M. Leoncini, City Clerk
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS OF AN URGENCY NATURE
I. CRIMINAL ACTION INFORMATION - File 9-3-30
Mr. Steven David Fletcher informed Council that a crime had been committed
against him and asked for information on action taken against two City
employees. City Attorney Ragghianti explained that when a crime is
committed and is the subject of an investigation by the Police Department,
it is confidential and the information is not released. He stated
that if that person is charged, he or she is entitled to receive a
copy of the investigative report.
Mayor Mulryan informed Mr. Fletcher that this issue will be discussed
with the staff involved, and that he will receive a report.
II. B -BAR -A RANCH MOBILEHOMES - File 13-7-1 x 9-3-16
Attorney Charles Pierce, representing Mr. Don Timmer, owner of the
B -Bar -A Ranch Trailer Park, spoke of a letter received from City Attorney
Ragghianti on rental increases on mobilehomes due to increased costs
of property leases, and asked if this matter could be resolved.
Mayor Mulryan directed staff to have this issue brought back at the
December 4, 1989 meeting.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Councilmember Boro moved and Councilmember Thayer seconded, to approve
the recommended action on the following Consent Calendar items:
Item
2. Approval of Minutes of Special
Joint Meeting and Regular Meeting
of November 6, 1989 (CC)
3. Call for Applications due to
Expiration of Term of John Govi
on Marin/Sonoma Mosquito Abate-
ment District Board (CC) -
File 9-2-9
Recommended Action
Approved as submitted.
Approved staff recommendations
to call for applications, including
incumbent, for 2 or 4 year term,
expiring December 1993, depending
on whether incumbent is reappointed
or new member appointed. Application
deadline is December 12, 1989 at
Noon. Interviews at Special Council
meeting of December 18, 1989 at
6:30 PM.
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5. Evaluation of Proposals and Item postponed to meeting of
Award of Contract for Design December 4, 1989.
and Construction Services for
Relighting Albert Park Playing
Field and Tennis Courts (PW) -
File 4-3-225
6. Resolution of the City Council of
the City of San Rafael Upholding
an Appeal of the Planning
Commission's Denial Without
Prejudice of a Sign Review
Application Requiring Adjustments
for the Number of Primary
Identification Freestanding Signs
and Total Sign Area for the RAB
Motors Automobile Dealership at
540 Francisco Boulevard West
(SR89-23) (AP 13-051-23) (Pl) -
File 10-11 x 125
7. Resolution of the City Council of
the City of San Rafael Denying
Without Prejudice a Sign Review
Application Requiring Adjustments
for the Number of Freestanding
Primary Identification Signs
and Sign Size for the John Irish
Automobile Dealership at 475
Francisco Boulevard East (SR89-
19) (AP 14-152-23) (Pl) -
File 10-11 x 125)
8. Resolution with Findings Denying
Appeal of Planning Commission's
Denial of Use Permit to Allow
Auto Detailing in Downtown (C-2
District); 1404 Second Street;
Charles Mitchell, Owner; Lenny
Lerner, Appellant, Represented
by George J. Silvestri, Attorney;
AP 11-525-09 (Pl) - File 10-5
9. SECOND READING AND FINAL
ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1577
An Ordinance of the City of San
Rafael Amending the Zoning Map of
the City of San Rafael, California,
Adopted by Reference by Section
14.15.020 of the Municipal Code
of San Rafael, California, so as
to Reclassify Certain Real
Property from P -D (Planned
Development) District to P -D
(Planned Development) District
(855 "C" Street) (Z88-7)
("Centertown" Project) (Pl) -
File 5-1-286 x (SRRA) R-272
10. SECOND READING AND FINAL
ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1578 -
An Ordinance of the City of San
Rafael Amending Title 4 of the
Municipal Code of the City of
San Rafael by Adding Chapter 4.16
Relating to the Underground
Storage of Hazardous Materials
(FD) - File 9-3-31 x 4-10-167
11. Closure of Portion of Fourth
Street between Court and "A"
Streets for Annual Parade of
Lights on Friday, December 1,
1989 (RA) - File 11-19
RESOLUTION NO. 8087 - UPHOLDING
AN APPEAL OF THE PLANNING
COMMISSION'S DENIAL WITHOUT
PREJUDICE OF A SIGN REVIEW
APPLICATION REQUIRING ADJUSTMENTS
FOR THE NUMBER OF PRIMARY
IDENTIFICATION FREESTANDING SIGNS
AND TOTAL SIGN AREA FOR THE RAB
MOTORS AUTOMOBILE DEALERSHIP AT
540 FRANCISCO BOULEVARD WEST
(SR89-23)
RESOLUTION NO. 8088 - DENYING AN
APPEAL OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION'S
DENIAL WITHOUT PREJUDICE OF A SIGN
REVIEW APPLICATION REQUIRING
ADJUSTMENTS FOR THE NUMBER OF
FREESTANDING PRIMARY IDENTIFICATION
SIGNS AND SIGN SIZE FOR THE JOHN
IRISH AUTOMOBILE DEALERSHIP AT
475 FRANCISCO BOULEVARD EAST
(SR89-19)
RESOLUTION NO. 8089 - DENYING AN
APPEAL OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION'S
DENIAL OF A USE PERMIT TO ALLOW
AUTO DETAILING IN DOWNTOWN (C-2
DISTRICT) AT 1404 SECOND STREET
(UP89-3)
Approved final adoption of
Ordinance No. 1577.
Approved final adoption of
Ordinance No. 1578.
Approved staff recommendation to
close Fourth St. between Court
and "A" Streets on December 1,
1989, from 6:PM to 9:PM for
Annual Parade of Lights.
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13. Claim for Damages: Approved Insurance Consulting
Associates, Inc. recommendation
Marin Municipal Water District for denial of claim.
(PW) - Claim No. 3-1-1446
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS:
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS:
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS:
Boro, Thayer & Mayor Mulryan
None
Breiner & Shippey
The following items were removed from the Consent Calendar for discussion:
4. STATUS REPORT ON OPEN SPACE LAND MANAGEMENT PLAN (PW) - File 4-10-158
x 9-3-40 x 13-14-1 x 4-10-212
Councilmember Boro inquired about the timing process, and whether the
multiple neighborhood meetings will jeopardize the possibility of getting
a shepherd.
Public Works Director Bernardi responded that meetings are scheduled
in December with the Terra Linda residents and the Sun Valley area
residents, and their comments will be taken into account when finalizing
the Management Plan. He stated that in January a Draft Master Plan
will be brought to the Council, and there will still be sufficient
time for a sheep herder. He added that Don Mills is lined up, but he
says he cannot perform the service for free anymore. As yet, his cost
is unknown.
Councilmember Boro questioned staff being able to give the neighbors
expectations, without a plan, and Mr. Bernardi responded that they
will be given the same report which is in tonight's Council packets.
Councilmember Boro then asked if the County Task Force has a part in
the process, and Mr. Bernardi replied in the affirmative.
Councilmember Boro moved and Councilmember Thayer seconded, to accept
the staff report.
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS:
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS:
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS:
Boro, Thayer & Mayor Mulryan
None
Breiner & Shippey
12. RESOLUTION APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR GRANT FUNDS FROM THE STATE
COASTAL CONSERVANCY TO COMPLETE A SHORELINE PARK BAND IMPROVEMENT
PLAN (Rec) - File 4-10-236 x 9-3-66
Councilmember Thayer inquired how the Shoreline Park Master Plan would
be financed.
Recreation Director McNamee responded that the Coastal Conservancy
has funds, and she anticipates getting more from them later. She stated
that there are several State agencies with funds available and they
will be looked into as other opportunities arise.
Councilmember Thayer said she would like to see the expectations of
the Committee realized, and Ms. McNamee pointed out that the private
property owners will develop their portions, so the project is only
being partly funded by the City.
Councilmember Thayer moved and Councilmember Boro seconded, to adopt
the Resolution approving the application for grant funds from the State
Coastal Conservancy.
RESOLUTION NO. 8090 - APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR GRANT FUNDS FROM
THE STATE COASTAL CONSERVANCY TO COMPLETE A SHORE-
LINE PARK BAND IMPROVEMENT PLAN
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: Boro, Thayer & Mayor Mulryan
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: Breiner & Shippey
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14. PUBLIC HEARING - TS86-4 - APPEAL OF PLANNING COMMISSION'S CONDITIONAL
APPROVAL OF TENTATIVE MAP FOR 28 LOT SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL
SUBDIVISION - LOCH LOMOND #10; LAS CASAS & INVERNESS DRIVES; ROBERT
B. HAM, INC., OWNER; OBERKAMPER & ASSOCIATES, REPRESENTATIVE; MEL CRONER
FOR THE LOCH LOMOND HOMEOWNERS' ASSOCIATION, APPELLANT; AP
186-031-02 & 06, 186-520-17 & 18 (Pl) - File 5-1-297 x 10-2 x 10-6
Mayor Mulryan declared the public hearing opened and referred to a
letter dated November 20, 1989, received from Mr. Mel Croner of
the Loch Lomond Homeowners' Association, requesting that the public
hearing be continued to January 15, 1990, since their witness will
not be available until that time.
Attorney Al Bianchi, representing the applicants, noted that the Planning
Director had recommended a postponement to December 4, 1989, in order
to have a full Council, and he agrees, but he has not yet seen the
request for a further postponement, and he strongly objects to it.
He added that this matter has been held over for many months, and if
the witness had any additional evidence to submit it should have been
presented to the Planning Commission. He stated he believes this is
a delaying tactic. He stated that if the Council wishes to grant the
continuance to January 15, 1990, it should be conditioned so that what-
ever information the appellants intend to present will be submitted
with sufficient time before the hearing date so that Mr. Bianchi and
his clients may read it.
Councilmember Boro stated he understands Mr. Bianchi's frustration,
and his point is a valid one. Mr. Boro recommended that any additional
information to be presented should be received at least two weeks before
the January 15, 1990 hearing date and the appellant should be directed
to put in writing what they intend to discuss that evening so the appli-
cant will have an opportunity to respond.
Councilmember Thayer stated she agrees with Mr. Boro's remarks.
Councilmember Boro moved and Councilmember Thayer seconded, to continue
the public hearing to January 16, 1990 (January 15h being a Holiday),
on the condition that there will be no further continuances and that
the Salem -Rice report be put in writing no later than two weeks before
the hearing date.
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: Boro, Thayer & Mayor Mulryan
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: Breiner & Shippey
15. PUBLIC HEARING - S89-14 - APPEAL OF PLANNING COMMISSION'S CONDITIONALLY
APPROVING A FOUR LOT SUBDIVISION; FAIRHILLS DRIVE AT IDLEWOOD PLACE;
RICHARD C. WRIGHT, APPELLANT; LAUREL PROPERTIES, OWNER; CRAIKER
ASSOCIATES, REPRESENTATIVE; AP 19-154-26 & 29 (Pl) - File 5-17376 x
10-2 x 10-6
Mayor Mulryan opened the public hearing, and Council agreed to continue
the hearing to Council meeting of December 4, 1989, as requested by
the Fairhills Property Owners Association and agreed to by the applicant,
Dave Mariani of Laurel Properties.
16. PUBLIC HEARING - GPA89-1; Z89-6 GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT AND REZONING
FROM "U" TO P -D (PLANNED DEVELOPMENT) FOR RESOURCE RECOVERY ACTIVITIES;
SOUTHERLY OF JACOBY STREET; MARIN SANITARY SERVICE, OWNER; ROBERT
EKLUND, AIA, REPRESENTATIVE; AP 18-180-48 & 18-141-03 (Pl) - File 115
x 10-3
Mayor Mulryan declared the public hearing opened.
Planning Director Pendoley informed Council that this is the first
amendment to San Rafael General Plan 2000, and staff recommends approval.
Planning Consultant Dwight Winther then briefed Council on the proposed
project, stating that the Planning Commission has recommended City
Council approval of proposals by Marin Sanitary Service to grade and
conduct outdoor storage land uses on a part of a 73.2 acre parcel,
and on a 2.8 acre parcel lying near Jacoby Street. He added that the
proposal requires City Council approval of amendments to the General
Plan, and approval of a rezoning to a P -D (Planned Development) District,
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after adoption of a Negative Declaration. Mr. Winther explained that
the P -D District rezoning will zone 53.2 acres of the property as "open
space" and will allow the generic category of "Industrial" land uses
on the remaining 22.8 acres. He added that the specific outdoor recycling
land uses to be permitted as "Industrial" uses are those stated in
a Use Permit approved by the Planning Commission.
Mr. Winther further explained that on a 73.2 acre parcel comprising
a portion of San Quent.in Ridge there are four small valleys lying in
a line at the toe of the hillside. The two central valleys are to be
graded and used for storage of debris containers, compost, and fill
materials. A third valley at the western end of the line would not
be regraded at this time and its existing parking lot and animal farm
are to remain unchanged. Regarding the fourth valley, which is at the
eastern end, no grading or change of use are proposed at this time.
Mr. Winther added that a separate 2.8 acre parcel lying between the
Northwestern Pacific Railroad right-of-way and Highway 101 is to be
used for temporary storage of up to ten derelict automobiles and storage
of composting material.
Mr. Winther added that a Resolution approving a Negative Declaration
and General Plan amendment, and an Ordinance approving the rezoning
from "U" to "P -D" are the actions required to accomplish this project.
Mayor Mulryan noted that the General Plan concerns were mainly regarding
traffic, and inquired what effect this project would have on traffic.
Mr. Winther responded that there would be no effect, since the operation
stops at 4:PM.
Councilmember Boro inquired about a possible visual impact of the 2.8
acres where the cars are to be stored, and Mr. Winther replied that
the cars will be stacked one -high and the compost will be no higher
than ten feet, so there would be no visual impact from the highway.
Councilmember Boro stated that his only other concern was about the
possibility of light industrial use in the future, since once the zoning
is changed it goes with the land.
Attorney Al Bianchi representing Marin Sanitary Service responded that
the use could still be controlled by Council as it is now. He added
that Council could say the use contemplated in the future would not
exceed what is permitted at this time. Planning Director Pendoley agreed
this could be done, noting that any change from the present use
would require a use permit and the City would be put on notice.
Councilmember Thayer said she had concerns about the open space, and
Mr. Bianchi explained by means of the drawings which areas were involved
in the rezoning and which were covered by the easement.
Councilmember Thayer then inquired about negotiations for access to
the 2.8 acres across the right-of-way, and Mr. Bianchi responded that
is still under negotiation. Councilmember Thayer then inquired about
the removal of trees because of grading, and Mr. Winther responded
that the Planning Commission has required landscaping and hydroseeding
to mitigate the tree removal.
Mr. Mario Ghilotti inquired, if Marin Sanitary sold to some other entity,
would they have to apply for a use permit, and Mayor Mulryan assured
him that they would. Mr. Ghilotti said since his office is right across
from Marin Recycling he would like to see the green areas retained.
Mr. Joe Garbarino, owner of the property, assured Mr. Ghilotti that
there will be buffer zones, and that because his trucks come and go
at odd hours he does not wish to disturb his neighbors. He added that
the cars to be demolished will be stored under lock and key. He then
expressed thanks to the Planning staff and Planning Commission for
their assistance and cooperation.
Mayor Mulryan closed the public hearing.
Councilmember Boro moved and Councilmember Thayer seconded, to adopt
the Resolution approving a Negative Declaraton and General Plan
Amendment.
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RESOLUTION NO. 8091 - APPROVING A NEGATIVE DECLARATON FOR A GENERAL
PLAN AMENDMENT, A REZONING AND A USE PERMIT,
AND APPROVING A GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT (GPA 89-1)
FOR PROPERTY TO BE USED FOR RECYCLING ACTIVITIES,
LOCATED ON JACOBY STREET, APN 18-180-48 AND
18-141-03(MARIN SANITARY SERVICE)
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: Boro, Thayer & Mayor Mulryan
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: Breiner & Shippey
The title of the Ordinance was read:
"AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL AMENDING THE ZONING MAP OF
THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTED BY REFERENCE BY SECTION
14.15.020 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF SAN RAFAEL, PROPERTY FROM U
(UNCLASSIFIED) DISTRICT TO P -D (PLANNED DEVELOPMENT) DISTRICT (MARIN
SANITARY SERVICE)"
Councilmember Boro moved and Mayor Mulryan seconded, to dispense with
the reading of the Ordinance in its entirety and refer to it by title
only and pass Charter Ordinance No. 1580 to print by the following
vote, to wit (As amended in the Conditions of Approval, Exhibit "C"):
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS:
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS:
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS:
Boro, Thayer & Mayor Mulryan
None
Breiner & Shippey
17. REPORT ON CERUTTI HOUSE AT 602 "B" STREET (PW) - File 2-7-1
Public Works Director Bernardi briefed Council, stating that as directed,
staff had reviewed the timeline for declaring the property surplus
and its eventual removal from the site; and also the timeline for a
formal bid process to demolish the structure. Mr. Bernardi stated that
staff had also met with representatives of Marin Heritage and the Cultural
Affairs Commission to explore alternatives to demolition.
Mr. Bernardi stated that staff's recommendation is to declare the struc-
ture a dangerous building and direct staff to secure three informal
bids to demolish it.
Mayor Mulryan stated that there had been a request to put a fence around
the house to protect it from vandals while the Council makes a decision.
He added there was a question as to whether or not the additional parking
is needed for that site. Mr. Bernardi responded that the Community
Center is very busy with many large events held, and as many as 20
to 23 parking spaces could be placed on the site.
Recreation Director McNamee stated that on a weekly basis the Community
Center parking lot is filled and she has complaints from neighbors
regarding the parking. She noted that the parking lot is also used
by people using the tennis courts and ballfield.
Lionel Ashcroft, Chairman of Cultural Affairs Commission stated that
on "B" Street, from Second Street to Albert Park Lane there are only
two residences on that entire frontage. He said he has yet to see the
Community Center parking lot filled. Mr. Ashcroft estimated it would
take about $70,000 to bring the Cerutti house up to code, and even
with the cost of the purchase by the City, with the value of housing
on the current market the City could make quite a profit. He added
that the cost of tearing the house down and paving for a parking lot
would cost about $30,000. He said that relocating the house would not
be practical. He recommended having less flower beds in the Community
Center parking lot and adding parking by redesigning the lot. He also
mentioned that some of the frontage property could be given to the
Community Center before sale. Mr. Ashcroft said he would like the Council
to not make a decision at this time, but give the Commission and others
interested time to discuss it.
Ms. McNamee referred to a recommendation by the Park & Recreation Commis-
sion urging that the Council take speedy action so that the Albert
Park General Plan could be followed and the parking lot be installed.
She pointed out the vandalism in the house being a serious matter,
with vagrants using it. She said it is boarded up several times a week.
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Ms. Leslie Simons representing Marin Heritage, said her organization
feels the issue is not housing, but that this is one of the few old
houses left. She recommended that it could become a part of the Community
Center, if it is not used for housing. She stated the matter should
be reviewed and consideration given to retaining the building.
Mr. Dan Simonsen of the Gerstle Park area, stated that the General
Plan calls for retention of the small-town character, and to tear down
a structure such as this and pave the area over for a parking lot is
not going to accomplish that goal.
Councilmember Boro stated he does not feel that City money should be
used in preserving the house unless the City is going to sell it. He
stated that otherwise he would want that money spent on Falkirk. He
stated it is beyond the point of considering moving it, and in light
of the comments made this evening he feels it should be looked at again
and re-evaluated. He said consideration should be given to whether
it should be restored and sold, and whether if there were grant monies
could the City sell it.
Councilmember Boro moved and Mayor Mulryan seconded, to re-evaluate
the Cerutti house as recommended above.
Councilmember Thayer, under question, stated she has a problem with
the vagrants. She feels the time span should be looked at carefully.
Mayor Mulryan asked Mr. Bernardi how long it would take to come up
with a feasible alternative, and Mr. Bernardi responded he would have
a report by the first meeting in January. He then asked for authority
to put up a fence in front. This was added to the motion.
Councilmember Boro added that meanwhile he hoped the Park and Recreation
Commission will meet with Cultural Affairs and come up with a way to
sell or rehabilitate as housing.
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS:
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS:
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS:
Boro, Thayer & Mayor Mulryan
None
Breiner & Shippey
18. DISCUSSION OF ORDINANCE RE EARTHQUAKE HAZARD REDUCTION PROGRAM - UNREIN-
FORCED MASONRY BUILDINGS (PW) - File 13-11 x 9-3-40 x 1-6-1
Public Works Director Bernardi referred to his staff report showing
the action taken to date, regarding implementation of the State Law.
He said the next step is to meet with the property owners and explain
the Ordinance and set the public hearing for December 18, 1989. He
said the matter will probably take two meetings and, therefore, the
Ordinance would not be adopted by January 1, 1990; however, he is certain
that will comply with the State Law since the program is going forward.
Mr. Gregory Farren informed Council that he has access to State funding
for this purpose, and will give the information to Mr. Bernardi.
Architect Fred Divine informed Council that he has had seismic work
done on the Opera House which he owns. He stated that the staff is
doing a fine job on the Ordinance, but he is concerned about the economic
issues and the lost revenue while the buildings are down. He noted
that the Ordinance is focused on the construction aspect, and he would
like the Council to reconsider the process. Mayor Mulryan promised
to discuss that aspect.
City Manager Nicolai stated that until the specifics are known as to
what is required on the buildings, the City will not know the economic
impact.
Councilmember Boro questioned the timing, and Mr. Bernardi responded
that the property owners will be notified bit by bit and the buildings
will be divided up into various categories. He stated the owners will
have nine months to submit plans, and staff will take three months
to review the drawings and issue building permits for the work. Mr.
Boro stated it will be difficult to come up with an Ordinance with
a time frame unless we have a full assessment. He noted that once an
owner is made aware of the problem, if they do not take action they
will be liable.
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Councilmember Boro moved and Councilmember Thayer seconded, to accept
the staff report and set a Public Hearing for December 18, 1989.
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS:
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS:
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS:
Boro, Thayer & Mayor Mulryan
None
Breiner & Shippey
ITEM FOR DISCUSSION AT REQUEST OF MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBERS
19. DISCUSSION OF ATTORNEY GENERAL'S OPINION RE BUILDING STANDARDS
FOR -FIRE AND PANIC SAFETY (FD) - File 13-5 x 13-1 x 9-3-31
Mayor Mulryan referred to the Attorney General's opinion that when
the State preempts on fire safety the local agency cannot make any
requirements more stringent. He stated this would include sprinklers
and he is very concerned about the opinion, and would like it set aside.
In the meantime, staff was instructed to continue business as usual.
City Attorney Ragghianti stated he sees no problem with that approach,
because the opinions of the Attorney General do not have to be followed.
Councilmember Boro moved and Councilmember Thayer seconded, to support
Mayor Mulryan's opinion.
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS:
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS:
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS:
ADD ITEMS:
Boro, Thayer & Mayor Mulryan
None
Breiner & Shippey
1. WALKING BEATS DURING CHRISTMAS SEASON (PD) - File 9-3-30
Councilmember Boro referred to a memorandum from Captain Krolack regard-
ing walking beats during Christmas Season in the downtown area from
November 24 through December 30, 1989. He asked Police Chief Ingwersen
if this could be monitored with reference to impact, results, types
of calls taken or questions asked. He stated he would also like input
from Police Department staff and local merchants. He added he would
be interested to know if it would have long-term merit and if so, funding
could be investigated.
Mayor Mulryan added that Council would need a cost analysis. Staff
was asked to come back with the information at a future meeting.
2. VOTING DELEGATES FOR LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES ANNUAL CONFERENCE,
RESCHEDULED FOR DECEMBER 17-19, 1989 IN SAN FRANCISCO - File 9-11-1
City Clerk Leoncini inquired if Mayor Mulryan was still the voting delegate
to the League of California Cities, with Councilmemer Boro as alternate.
Mayor Mulryan replied in the affirmative.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 10:35 PM.
JEANV�. LEONCINI,1City Clerk
APPROVED THIS DAY OF 1989
MAYOR OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL
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