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Home My WebLink AboutCC Minutes 1986-11-17SRCC MINUTES (Regula:.) 11/17/86 Page 1 In Conference Room 201 of the City of San Rafael, Monday, November 17, 1986 at 7:00 PM. Regular Meeting: CLOSED SESSION CLOSED SESSION TO DISCUSS LITIGATION - File 1.4.1.a 1. No. 86-28(a) - (#1) Jerome and Norma Draper v. City of San Rafael; No. 86-28(b) - (#2) and No. 86-28(c) - (#2). No action was taken. In the Council Chambers of the City of San Rafael, Monday, November 17, 1986 at 8:00 PM. Regular Meeting: Present: Lawrence E. Mulryan, Mayor Dorothy L. Breiner, Councilmember Gary R. Frugoli, Councilmember Richard Nave, Councilmember Jerry Russom, Councilmember Absent: None Also Present: Pamela J. Nicolai, City Manager; Gary T. Ragghianti, City Attorney; Jeanne M. Leoncini, City Clerk CONSENT CALENDAR Ttom 2. Approval of Minutes of Regular Meeting of November 3, 1986 (CC) 3. Authorization to Call for Bids and for Architectural Services Renovation of Fire Station No. 6 (PW) - File 4-1-406 x 4-1-405 Recommended Action Approved as submitted. Approved staff recommendation that Council, by motion, authorize staff to call for bids and to engage Forsher and Guthrie for architectural services, for a fee of $8,163.25 (by amendment to existing agreement with Forsher and Guthre for architectural services for renovation to the Terra Linda Recreation Center) 4. Request from San Rafael Chamber Approved staff recommendation; of Commerce Re Closure of Portion street to be closed from of Fourth Street, between Court 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM. and A Streets, for Annual Parade of .Lights, Friday, December 5, 1986 (PD) - File 11-19 x 119 7. Approval of Contract with P&F Safety Services for Liability Safety Inspection (Fin) - 4-10-210 x 4-10-171 8. Claims for Damages: a. California Agriculture Research & Production (Dana Derrick) (PD) - File 3-1-1156 RESOLUTION NO. 7451 - AUTHORIZING SIGNING OF CONTRACT WITH P&F SAFETY SERVICES FOR LIABILITY SAFETY INSPECTION, INCLUDING ADDENDUM (Cost estimated to be between $1,000 and $1,500.00). Approved Insurance Consulting Associates, Inc. recommendations for denial of claims. SRCC MINUTES (Regular) 11/17/86 Page 1 C. I.D. Transversal Corp. (PD) - (1) (2) SRCC MINUTES (Regula Industries 9-20-86 9-27-86 File 3-1-1160 d. Grantree Furniture (PW) - File 3-1-1162 AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: Breiner, NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: None ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: None 11/17/86 Page 2 Frugoli, Nave, Russom & Mayor Mulryan 5. RESOLUTION UPHOLDING APPEAL OF PLANNING COMMISSION CONDITION "W" - 42 UNIT APARTMENT COMPLEX; 99 PROFESSIONAL CENTER PARKWAY; MRS. LOLA BUSH, OWNER & APPELLANT; AP 155-073-03 & 04 (Pl) - File 10-7 Mayor Mulryan asked to have a roll call on this item. Councilmember Breiner moved and Councilmember Frugoli seconded, to approve the Resolution Upholding Appeal. RESOLUTION NO. 7452 - RESOLUTION OF THE SAN RAFAEL CITY COUNCIL RECERTI- FYING THE NORTHGATE ACTIVITY CENTER PLAN EIR WITH FINDINGS OF OVERRIDING CONSIDERATION AND UPHOLDING AN APPEAL ELIMINATING THE PLANNING COMMISSION'S APPROVAL OF A CONDITION CONTROLLING THE TIMING OF PROJECT DEVELOPMENT FOR A 42 UNIT APARTMENT PROJECT; 99 PROFESSIONAL CENTER PARKWAY AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: Breiner, Frugoli & Nave NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: Russom & Mayor Mulryan ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: None 6. REPORT ON $10.00 INCREASE FOR VEHICLE CODE PARKING VIOLATIONS (Fin) - File 9-10-2 x 9-3-30 Mayor Mulryan voiced concern about the City having to print new citation forms adding the $10.00 increase as ordered by the Municipal Court, and inquired if the City was having financial assistance from the State. City Manager Nicolai responded that the City's supply of citation forms was just about depleted and therefore new forms would shortly have to be printed anyway without having to throw out any of the old forms. It was pointed out that the $10.00 increase did not apply to overtime parking violations. Council accepted the report, without motion. 8b. CLAIMS FOR DAMAGES: STEPHEN JOHNSON (PD) - File 3-1-1158 Mayor Mulryan requested that Mr. Johnson be pursued for payment of damages done to a Police car. Assistant City Attorney Casey indicated that it is general practice for the Finance Department to follow up on damages done to City property by sending bills out to the people involved. Councilmember Frugoli moved and Councilmember Breiner seconded, to deny the claim for damages presented by Mr. Stephen Johnson. AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: Breiner, Frugoli, Nave, Russom & Mayor Mulryan NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: None ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: None 9. REPORT ON WINTER STORM PREPAREDNESS WEEK - NOVEMBER 17 THROUGH NOVEMBER 22, 1986 (PW) - File 9-3-40 Public Works Director Bernardi stated that the Resolution is to call attention to the fact that everyone should be prepared in case of severe rainstorms in the coming winter months. RESOLUTION NO. 7453 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL DESIGNATING THE WEEK OF NOVEMBER 17 THROUGH 22, 1986 AS: WINTER STORM PREPAREDNESS WEEK SRCC MINUTES (Regular) 11/17/86 Page 2 SRCC MINUTES (Regular) 11/17/86 Page 3 AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: Breiner, Frugoli, Nave, Russom & Mayor Mulryan NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: None ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: None 10. DISCUSSION OF TSM TASK FORCE PROGRAM (PW) - File 11-32 x 11-13 x 11-16 x 119 Mayor Mulyan indicated that a meeting had been held with the Chamber of Commerce, City officials and staff at which time the Chamber expressed their desire to act in partnership with the City in the Traffic Systems Management (TSM) Task Force Program. Ms. Judy Davalos, President of the San Rafael Chamber of Commerce noted they are enthusiastic about a voluntary traffic system and emphasized their concern about implementing the program. Councilmember Nave moved and Councilmember Breiner seconded, that the City Council conceptually endorse the TSM Policy Statement and authorize the TSM Task Force to work with the Chamber of Commerce to develop a program structure. AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: Breiner, Frugoli, Nave, Russom & Mayor Mulryan NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: None ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: None 11. DISCUSSION OF PEACOCK GAP PUMP STATION EMERGENCY GENERATOR (PW) - File 12-9 x 9-3-40 Mayor Mulryan indicated that a meeting was held with the Peacock Gap community residents within the last week to discuss what the City planned to do regarding the residents' concerns about flooding problems. Public Works Director Bernardi stated the City has received a check in the amount of $4,200 from Mr. Weatherby which would cover the rental cost of an emergency generator for the first month. Mr. Bernardi noted that the cost for a three month period would be approximately $17,000 including the cost for an electrician to do the hookup once the generator is delivered. City Manager Nicolai requested authorization to lease the emergency generator, and added that the homeowners have since collected funds to pay for the first month's rental of the generator themselves. She stated that the homeowners requested the City meet with their representatives to discuss long-term solutions to problems in the area, and noted the City's responsibility generally includes the pump stations and levee work around the lagoon. However, Ms. Nicolai stated that tonight was to deal with a short-term situation of leasing the emergency generator. Councilmember Russom noted that Council should proceed on a short-term basis and accept the offer of participation by the residents of Peacock Gap, with staff to look at a long-range solution involving the City's participation on an on-going basis. In response to Councilmember Breiner's inquiry as to the financing of the three month lease, Ms. Nicolai stated that at the meeting held, the residents indicated they would come up with the first month's rent and then go out into the neighborhood to discuss the situation with neighbors who were not present, hoping to solicit funds from them as well. Mr. Sidney Johnson, resident of Peacock Gap, informed Council that canvassing of the neighbors has been done with 20 checks collected to date amounting to $2,000, with more money coming in, adding that the Board of Directors of Peacock Gap Homeowners Association will also be contributing to the fund. Mr. Johnson indicated that Mr. Weatherby agreed to underwrite the initial check for $4,200 and asked Council if they would return the check since the neighbors now have the money to give to the City. SRCC MINUTES (Regular) 11/17/86 Page 3 SRCC MINUTES (Regular, 11/17/86 Page 4 In response to the question as to what a generator would cost, Mr. Bernardi informed Council that the cost of a permanently installed generator would be approximately $100,000. Mr. Johnson stated that on a long-term basis, they would like to have a third pump with a generator to back up the pumps and that it be owned as opposed to being leased. He indicated that the residents are willing to participate financially in both the short-term and long-term solutions. Mr. Bernardi indicated that if a third pump was to be added, it would entail a major renovation or new pump station and the cost of a new pump station would be about $250,000. Mrs. Mary Carpou, Secretary, Peacock Gap Homeowners Association, pointed out the City's responsibility in keeping the streets open and clear, and stated that this is a "no wait" situation and also a preventative measure. After further discussion, Councilmember Breiner moved and Councilmember Russom seconded, to approve temporary placement of an emergency generator, to refund Mr. Weatherby's check in amount of $4,200 and accept one month's payment from the Peacock Gap neighborhood in its place, and also directed staff to bring back for discussion an overall plan for drainage facilities in the area at the next meeting of December 1, 1986. AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: Breiner, Frugoli, Nave, Russom & Mayor Mulryan NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: None ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: None Mayor Mulryan noted that the lagoon is private; however, the City will work with the residents, and indicated the level of the lagoon will be immediately lowered one foot as discussed with Mrs. Johnson. The residents were informed that the City hopes to have the rented emergency generator in place before the December lst tide, and that a determination will be made as to how long the generator will be needed and how it is to be financed. Councilmember Breiner volunteered to sit in on the Development Committee meetings held by the Peacock Gap Homeowners Association. There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned. JEANNE LkONCINI, Cit clerk APPROVED THIS DAY OF MAYOR OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL SRCC MINUTES (Regular) 11/17/86 Page 4