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IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBER OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL, MONDAY, DECEMBER 2, 1996 AT 8:00
PM
Regular Meeting: Present: Albert J. Boro, Mayor
San Rafael City Council Paul M. Cohen, Councilmember
Barbara Heller, Councilmember
Cyr Miller, Councilmember
Gary O. Phillips, Councilmember
Absent: None
Also Present: Rod Gould, City Manager
Gary T. Ragghianti, City Attorney
Jeanne M. Leoncini, City Clerk
OPEN SESSION - 7:00 PM - COUNCIL CHAMBER
Mayor Boro announced Closed Session item.
CLOSED SESSION - 7:00 PM - CONFERENCE ROOM 201
1. • Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation
Government Code Section 54956.9(a)
a. Keh v. Walters, California Court of Appeal (Request for City of San Rafael
participation as amicus party).
OPEN SESSION - 8:00 PM - COUNCIL CHAMBER
City Attorney Ragghianti announced Council unanimously approved request for City
participation as amicus party.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS OF AN URGENCY NATURE: 8:00 PM
None
CONSENT CALENDAR
Councilmember Phillips moved and Councilmember Cohen seconded, to approve the
following Consent Calendar items:
ITEM RECOMMENDED ACTION
2. Approval of Minutes of Special Workshop Meeting Approved as submitted.
of Tuesday, April 30, 1996, Special Joint Meeting
of Wednesday, September 4, 1996, and Regular
Meetings of Monday, November 4, 1996, and Monday,
November 18, 1996 (CC)
3. SECOND READING AND FINAL ADOPTION OF Approved final adoption of
ORDNANCE NO. 1705 - An Ordinance Adopting, Ordinance No. 1705.
By Reference, Amendments to the Animal
Control Regulations Contained in Title 8
of the Marin County Code (CM) - File 4-13-54 x 13-3
4. Resolution of Appreciation for RESOLUTION NO. 9748 -
Gary Giacomini, Retiring Member, RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION FOR
Marin County Board of Supervisors (CM) GARY GIACOMINI, RETIRING
- File 102 MEMBER, MARIN COUNTY BOARD
OF SUPERVISORS.
6. Request to Adopt Resolution Authorizing RESOLUTION NO. 9749 -
Proportional Expenditure of Traffic RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING
Mitigation Fees (046, 047 and 048 Accounts) PROPORTIONAL EXPENDITURE OF
Not to Exceed $15,000 to Purchase Traffic TRAFFIC MITIGATION FEES
Model Software (TRANPLAN), Computer Equipment (046,047 AND 048 ACCOUNTS)
(Hardware and Software), Training and NOT TO EXCEED $15,000 TO
Furniture for Traffic Modeling Purposes (PW) PURCHASE TRAFFIC MODEL
- File 10-2 x 11-1 x 9-3-40 x (SRRA) R-376 SOFTWARE (TRANPLAN), COMPUTER
EQUIPMENT (HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE), TRAINING AND FURNITURE FOR TRAFFIC MODELING
PURPOSES.
7. Resolution Approving Contract Amendment with RESOLUTION NO. 9750 -
Nichols•Berman Inc. to Prepare an RESOLUTION APPROVING
CONTRACT
Environmental Impact Report for the Dominican AMENDMENT WITH
NICHOLS•BERMAN
College Master Plan (Pl) - File 4-3-318 INC. TO PREPARE AN
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT FOR THE DOMINICAN COLLEGE MASTER PLAN.
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8. Agreement Between the City of San Rafael and RESOLUTION NO. 9751 -
the Point Foundation (Whole Earth Review) for RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING
Use of Falkirk Cultural Center for Administrative AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY
OF
Office Space and Storage (Cult. Aff.) SAN RAFAEL AND THE POINT
- File 4-10-295 x 9-3-84 FOUNDATION (WHOLE EARTH REVIEW)
FOR USE OF FALKIRK CULTURAL CENTER FOR ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE SPACE AND STORAGE
@ $1,020 PER MONTH (month-to-month basis).
9. Report Re: City's Exercise of Marin Housing Council declined to
exercise
Authority's Option to Purchase One BMR Unit option to purchase.
at the Marin Lagoon Condominium Project,
36 Mariners Circle (CA) - File 5-1-313 x 229
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: Cohen, Heller, Miller, Phillips & Mayor Boro
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSTAINING: COUNCILMEMBERS: Miller, from minutes of the meeting April 30, 1996
only, as he was not on the Council.
The following items were removed from the Consent Calendar for further discussion:
5. RESOLUTION APPROVING FINAL MAP ENTITLED "MAP OF BAYPOINT LAGOONS, UNIT 3A"
(PW)
- File 5-1-292
Mayor Boro asked the status of the affordable units being constructed. Planning
Director Pendoley explained this project was required to provide 48 units, and
to- date, 11 units have been built at the Ecology House. He stated eight of the
37 units remaining to be built would be owner occupied. Mr. Pendoley reported
another 29 units were approved several years ago by the Planning Commission and
have received their Design Review Permit, noting these will be apartments located
next to Ecology House. Mr. Pendoley stated the developer expects to submit
applications for Building Permits within the next three weeks.
Mayor Boro asked if we had assurances that those units would be approved and built
before the final Market Rate units are occupied? Mr. Pendoley stated that was
correct, noting we have a Development Agreement on this project which states there
will be one Market Rate unit held out for each Below Market Rate unit to be built,
so at this point we have the ability to hold back 37 building permits for 37 Market
Rate homes.
Councilmember Phillips moved and Councilmember Miller seconded, to adopt the
Resolution approving the final map entitled "Map of Baypoint Lagoons, Unit 3A".
RESOLUTION NO. 9752 - RESOLUTION APPROVING FINAL MAP ENTITLED "MAP OF BAYPOINT
LAGOONS, UNIT 3A", SAN RAFAEL, CALIFORNIA.
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: Cohen, Heller, Miller, Phillips & Mayor Boro
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: None
10. APPROVAL OF GRANT TO NEW BEGINNINGS HAMILTON SERVICE CENTER IN THE AMOUNT OF
$52,354FROM HOUSING IN-LIEU FUNDS (RA) - File 242 x 233 x 13-16
Councilmember Heller requested an update on this project, and asked which cities
in the County had already contributed their share of the funding?
Jean Taylor, Co-chair of New Beginnings, announced Council's approval of this
Resolution would bring the total number of cities which have come forward to six;
Sausalito, Corte Madera, Belvedere, Tiburon, Mill Valley and San Rafael, as well
as the County of Marin for the unincorporated areas. She reported $2 million
had already been raised, including the totals from the cities and towns. She
noted they still need to raise an additional $500,000, but are very confident
the goal will be reached by December 31, 1996.
Ms. Taylor stated the campaign in the Marin Independent Journal has been fabulous,
with 500 individuals responding from the articles in the newspaper. Ms. Taylor
expressed appreciation for the City's support, noting San Rafael has done more
than its share in the homeless arena, and they are very grateful the City is coming
onboard to support this County-wide project.
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Mayor Boro stated Ms. Taylor was to be commended for her dedication and hard work
on this issue, noting she had been working on this for the past five years. He
pointed out that having a regional shelter was something the original Homeless
Commission had wanted to see happen.
Councilmember Heller moved and Councilmember Cohen seconded, to approve a grant
to New Beginnings, Hamilton Service Center, in the amount of $52,354 from Housing
In-lieu Funds.
RESOLUTION NO. 9753 - RESOLUTION TO FUND A GRANT FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE HAMILTON
SERVICE CENTER IN NOVATO, CALIFORNIA BY NEW BEGINNINGS (IN THE AMOUNT OF $52,354
FROM HOUSING IN-LIEU FUNDS).
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: Cohen, Heller, Miller, Phillips & Mayor Boro
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: None
SPECIAL PRESENTATION:
11. INTRODUCTION OF NEW POLICE OFFICER, WILLIAM BART SNYDER (PD) - File 9-3-30
Police Captain Michael Cronin introduced the newest member of the San Rafael Police
Department, Officer William Bart Snyder. Captain Cronin noted Officer Snyder
had previously served with the Marin County Sheriff's Department for a year and
a half, and with the Hamilton Air Force Police after his graduation from the Santa
Rosa Police Academy in 1994.
Mayor Boro welcomed Officer Snyder, noting he had been sworn-in two weeks ago.
He wished Officer Snyder much success, stating the City was pleased to have him
as a member of our Police Department.
PUBLIC HEARING:
12. PUBLIC HEARING - APPEAL OF BUILDING OFFICIAL'S NOTICE AND ORDER FOR APN
14-162-02, 616 CANAL STREET (PURSUANT TO SECTION 401.2 OF THE UNIFORM CODE FOR
THE ABATEMENT OF DANGEROUS BUILDINGS) (HOLIDAY MAGIC BUILDING) (CA) - File 3-3-53
x 1-6-7
Mayor Boro explained this Public Hearing had been continued from the meeting of
November 4, 1996, and remains opened.
City Attorney Ragghianti stated staff was requesting Council continue this Public
Hearing for two weeks to the Council meeting of December 16, 1996, stating staff
was optimistic the City would be able to achieve agreement with the property owner
as a direct result of the Notice and Order sent to him. Mr. Ragghianti stated
he had spoken with Perry Litchfield, attorney for the property owner, and noted
a meeting at the site has been scheduled for 3:00 PM tomorrow afternoon with the
Fire Chief and Fire Marshal. He stated he did not want to discuss the details
of the issue at this time, as we are in a very delicate situation, but he fully
expected to come back to Council soon with an agreement that removes the dangerous
conditions which caused this Notice to be sent in the first place. Mr. Ragghianti
stated he was encouraged by the cooperation the City had been getting to date
from the property owner and his attorney.
Councilmember Cohen moved and Councilmember Phillips seconded, to continue this
Public Hearing to the Council meeting of December 16, 1996.
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: Cohen, Heller, Miller, Phillips & Mayor Boro
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: None
OLD BUSINESS:
13. APPROVAL OF INSTALLATION OF TRAFFIC SIGNAL AT "D" AND BAYVIEW STREETS IN THE
GERSTLE PARK NEIGHBORHOOD (PW) - File 11-10 x 11-1 x 163
Public Works Director David Bernardi recalled that in 1992 the Council received
petitions from the Gerstle Park neighborhood requesting various traffic control
improvements, including stop signs at various locations. Much discussion ensued,
and subsequent to that discussion the Council ordered stop signs to be installed
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at Clorinda Avenue & Madrona Street, and Clorinda Avenue & Gloria Street.
Mr. Bernardi reported the Gerstle Park Neighborhood Association brought their
concerns regarding traffic and pedestrian safety on "D" Street to Council again
last Fall, and Council asked staff to work with the neighborhood to achieve some
solutions. Mr. Bernardi noted that because of commitments of City staff, the
Neighborhood Association offered to collect the field data, and Associate Traffic
Engineer Nader Mansourian trained a dedicated cadre of volunteers, who sat out
at the street and counted cars, observed turning movements, and counted pedestrians
for approximately twelve hours.
Mr. Bernardi stated, based on the data collected in the field, Mr. Mansourian reported
the traffic volume on "D" Street had increased approximately 19% from the last
time the City really looked at the traffic in 1992, and it was determined that
was enough to justify the installation of a traffic control device at "D" and
Bayview Streets. Mr. Bernardi reported they then met with Gerstle Park
Neighborhood Association representatives Jan Bishop, Theresa Cox, Sandy Baker
and Steve Schoonover, and together they explored a number of options. He noted
some of the options they discussed were stop signs; traffic signals; roundabouts;
corner bumpouts, which are similar to the sidewalk flaring at the corners on Fourth
Street; median islands; raised pavement markers near Antoinette Avenue;
photo/radar speed control; and edge striping. Mr. Bernardi noted the main focus
was to test all of these alternatives against pedestrian and vehicular safety
when crossing "D" Street.
Mr. Bernardi reported that over a six month period each of these options was reviewed
and discussed, and with the exception of the traffic signal at "D" and Bayview
Streets, each option somehow failed to meet the safety standard of pedestrian
and vehicular crossing of "D" Street. He stated these options also created adverse
impacts, including ten minute delays or requiring the purchase of at least four
properties at some of the corners; consequently, the group concluded the
installation of a traffic signal was the appropriate option to select.
Mr. Bernardi stated the Gerstle Park Neighborhood Association held a neighborhood
meeting, for which they mailed out approximately 1100 notices inviting everyone
to come and participate in a discussion regarding traffic control devices on "D"
Street. Mr. Bernardi noted approximately 100 people attended the meeting, and
Councilmember Miller was also present. He stated there was considerable
discussion about the various options, and at the end of the meeting it was the
consensus of those present that a traffic signal was the best option, and the
Association forwarded those comments to the City Council.
Mr. Bernardi stated other issues were also raised at the meeting, including right
turn restrictions at Antoinette Avenue, and posted weight limits at various
locations in the neighborhood, and Mr. Bernardi noted staff agreed those items
should be considered as part of the project currently under consideration by
Council. Mr. Bernardi noted that in a letter from Mr. Schoonover they also
mentioned the pedestrian issues at San Rafael Avenue, and staff recommended this
issue be deferred for the time being so they can observe the effect of the signal
at "D" and Bayview Streets, as they felt there would be sufficient gaps to allow
pedestrians to cross at San Rafael Avenue.
Mr. Bernardi reported staff has solicited proposals from a number of traffic
engineering firms to prepare plans and specifications, noting DKS Associates was
selected because their proposal contained all of the necessary elements to move
quickly on this project, should Council decide to do so. Mr. Bernardi clarified
the correct amount of the fee was $9,550, noting this was well within standards
for this work.
Mr. Bernardi reported a courtesy notice had been sent to approximately 1,100 people
in the Gerstle Park neighborhood, notifying them of this meeting and inviting
them to participate if they chose to do so. He noted, if directed by Council,
it was staff's intention to have the project out to bid in March, with construction
being completed in mid-July.
Mr. Bernardi acknowledged the neighborhood representatives who worked with the City,
noting the process they had gone through to come before the Council tonight was
a very good one, and was indicative of the kinds of partnerships the Council was
intending to form with other neighborhoods in San Rafael.
Councilmember Miller asked if March was the earliest we could begin the project,
or if there was any way we could expedite the process? Mr. Bernardi stated the
bidding process itself would take approximately 90 days, once we have the plans
and specifications completed, so if the project goes to bid in March, it would
be about 90 days before construction would begin, and then we would have about
two months to do the work. Mr. Bernardi stated this was reasonable, and given
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the engineering firm's other commitments as well, he felt March was a good time.
Mayor Boro asked why the bidding process had to take 90 days? Mr. Bernardi stated
there were ways to shorten it, noting they could have a short turnaround time,
as this was a fairly straight forward project, so the bidding process could be
shortened from 30 days to 14 to 15 days. He pointed out there were some
notification requirements we would have to comply with, but we could do that and
still have a shorter bidding process. He noted we could also require the
contractor, once the contract is awarded, to immediately order the materials,
and sign the contract so they can proceed. Mr. Bernardi stated it could be possible
to shorten the project by three or four weeks.
Councilmember Heller noted the DKS Associates report referred to "curb ramp"
installation, and asked for a definition of this. Mr. Bernardi explained those
were the ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) required curb ramps.
Bruce Schiff, who lives on Bayview Street between "C" and "D" Streets, stated that
while he agrees there is an obvious need for a traffic signal at "D" and Bayview
Streets, he and his wife were concerned about traffic overflow coming down Wolfe
Grade/"D" Street, and turning right on the red light at Bayview Street. He stated
they envision that if the light is red on "D" Street and green on Bayview Street,
the large volume of traffic coming down "D" Street will shunt onto Bayview Street
and congest the neighborhood. He asked if the Council could consider "No Right
Turn" on a red light, at least during certain hours, when the traffic signal is
installed?
Mr. Bernardi stated the diversion from "D" Street to "C" Street along Bayview Street
is reasonably unlikely because there is a stop sign at "C" and Bayview Street,
and if the motorists go all the way down to First Street, they would have an
unimpeded access all the way to Second Street without having any stop signs;
therefore, the likelihood of traffic diverting is slight. Mr. Bernardi stated
the traffic flow within the neighborhood would need to be observed once the traffic
signal is installed, and noted that by putting "No Right Turn" at Antoinette Avenue,
we should be able to keep the traffic on "D" Street, which was staff's intent
at this time.
Mr. Schiff asked if once the traffic signal was installed, an "after the fact"
evaluation would be made of the traffic flow? Mr. Bernardi stated that was
correct.
Jennifer Donnellan, resident of Gerstle Park, read a letter into the record, which
stated, "After attending the Gerstle Park Neighborhood meeting, it seems there
were two major concerns about "D" Street; one was getting pedestrians and children
across the street safely, and number two was slowing traffic down. A third concern
was mentioned, but seemed to be almost an afterthought, and that is accessing
"D" Street during traffic. I totally agree with the two major concerns,
pedestrians and slowing traffic. I don't feel the third concern is a problem,
as there are many alternate routes to getting out of Gerstle Park. Also, being
aware of traffic patterns can keep you from waiting to turn at "D" Street.
Installing a traffic signal would benefit pedestrians, and make crossing or turning
onto "D" Street easier. It would not, however, in my opinion, slow the traffic
down, which is one of the major concerns. A light at Bayview would also add to
the number of cars traveling down Bayview, which is where I live, and for myself
and my neighbors, that is not something I would like to see, just as those residents
on San Rafael Avenue and "C" Streets did not want the signal at the end of San
Rafael Avenue. It appears to me a less expensive but effective solution would
be to install a pedestrian activated signal, like the one on College Avenue in
Kentfield. This would allow the children and pedestrians to cross the street
with ease, and it would not create extra traffic on Bayview Street. I purchased
my home because it was in a great neighborhood, and I don't want Bayview Street
to become a major thoroughfare; Bayview would become the street to take to access
"D" Street. As it is now, people take alternate routes, so the traffic is equally
divided among the side streets. As for slowing traffic down, the idea of the
medians in the road was excellent. I cannot tell you how many times I have stopped
for a pedestrian in the street and a guy coming up from behind swerves around
me and keeps on going straight. Because the medians are costly and make access
difficult for those living on "D" Street, an alternative would be placing street
bumps in the red zones at San Rafael Avenue and Bayview Street. This would
eliminate cars passing other cars, and it would make the street appear narrow
so people would go slower. In closing, I feel we must try the most non-invasive
solutions first, and my proposal is this: Concern #1, which is pedestrians, install
a pedestrian activated signal at Bayview Street or San Rafael Street, or if money
permitting, both; Concern #2, slowing the traffic down, install white or yellow
street bumps in the red zones at San Rafael Avenue and Bayview Street; and Concern
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#3, which is access to "D" Street, continue taking alternate routes as we all
do now".
Mayor Boro stated it was his understanding staff was proposing the signal be activated
by both pedestrians and vehicles on Bayview Street, and Mr. Bernardi stated that
was correct. Mayor Boro asked if pedestrian only access had been discussed?
Mr. Bernardi stated it had been determined that with the installation
of the traffic light, while less than a fully actuated traffic signal, the ultimate
benefit to get cars and pedestrians across "D" Street was the signal itself, and
it was concluded the signal was the better alternative than a pedestrian only
light.
Sandy Lollini, Past President of the Gerstle Park Neighborhood Association, stated
this has been an issue in the neighborhood for the past twenty years. She noted
it was great the City was proposing a traffic light, and requested the construction
take place during the summer months when there is less traffic, as it would not
disturb as many people. She urged the City to monitor the traffic after September,
as this is when they have the heaviest traffic flow.
Ms. Lollini noted stop signs had been one of the earlier alternatives recommended
by the Association, and she asked that if the City does actually install a traffic
light, we monitor all the side streets and thoroughfares where people take short
cuts, and also monitor load limits throughout the neighborhood, stating this has
been a major concern with people short cutting over Wolfe Grade to Woodland Avenue.
She pointed out the Andersen Drive extension project is underway, noting this
may alleviate some of the problem.
Ms. Lollini stated this project was a major step, and she appreciated the City doing
this for the Gerstle Park Neighborhood. She reported people had been calling
her to tell her they support the issue, and the City's decision in making a
recommendation for the crossing of "D" Street.
Judy Milani, resident of the Gerstle Park neighborhood, stated she lives near Short
School, which is already heavily congested with traffic, and is concerned with
overflow traffic, particularly during the peak hours when children are being
picked-up and dropped off.
Mr. Bernardi stated the diversions staff had noticed in the neighborhood seemed
to be getting from Antoinette Avenue toward Second and "C" Streets, going either
down "C" Street, Bayview Street, or one of the side streets in order to go in
an easterly direction. He noted, from what staff had observed, there was a lesser
diversion in getting westbound on Third Street, going through the neighborhood
and past the car wash to Third Street. He stated staff would be observing all
of this once the improvements have been completed, just to make sure nothing has
changed with regard to diversions on the rest of the side streets adjacent to
"D" Street.
Hugo Landecker, Gerstle Park resident, stated he wished there was another solution,
other than the stop light; however, after looking at all the possibilities, and
thinking about them and discussing them, it seemed this was the only solution.
He stated the City would have to monitor the results of the stop light, noting
it may need some grooming afterward.
Linda Bellatorre, 239 Bayview Street, recalled a report several years ago which
stated the County had designated "D" Street as an alternative to Highway 101,
and asked if the County would be able to contribute to some of the cost of this
project? Public Works Director Bernardi stated that was not the case.
Councilmember Cohen stated this problem has been under discussion for many years,
and a traffic signal appears to be the only solution. He expressed his
appreciation to the residents of the Gerstle Park neighborhood, as well as City
staff, for all of their hard work in finding a way, within the constraints which
we have as a City, to solve this problem. Mr. Cohen acknowledged the installation
of the traffic light would have other impacts on traffic patterns, in addition
to having the desired impacts of making it easier to cross "D" Street and improving
pedestrian and traffic safety. He noted there would be other "spillover" impacts,
and the City would just have to work with the neighborhood, and the neighbors
in general, to monitor the situation and mitigate those impacts. Mr. Cohen stated
he was confident the City could do that.
Councilmember Cohen moved and Councilmember Heller seconded, to approve the
installation of a traffic signal at "D" and Bayview Streets, and authorize the
preparation of plans and specifications, and adopt the Resolution authorizing
the City Manager and Public Works Director to sign a professional services contract
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to further that goal.
RESOLUTION NO. 9754 - RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE SCOPE OF SERVICES FROM DKS ASSOCIATES
TO PREPARE PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE INSTALLATION OF TRAFFIC SIGNALS AT
"D" AND BAYVIEW STREETS.
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: Cohen, Heller, Miller, Phillips & Mayor Boro
NOES; COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: None
CITY COUNCIL REPORTS:
14. a. MASTER JPA STUDY (CM) - File 239 (Verbal)
Councilmember Heller reported she and Councilmember Phillips had attended a meeting
to review Phase I of the Master JPA Study, noting the report would be presented
to Council, through staff, in December. She stated they would request the report
be accepted by January, after which it will go back to the MCCMC for agendizing
in February. Councilmember Phillips stated this study addresses a major
significant area concerning the management of JPA's, and noted they would be coming
back with a report on Phase II of the plan, which they hope will lead to a more
coordinated solution to the management of the JPA's.
b. GERSTLE PARK NEIGHBORHOOD MEETING WITH SAN RAFAEL POLICE DEPARTMENT
REPRESENTATIVES (PD) - File 9-3-30 (Verbal)
Mayor Boro noted he and the other Councilmembers had attended a portion of the meeting
held earlier this evening between residents of the Gerstle Park neighborhood and
representatives from the San Rafael Police Department. He asked Acting Chief
Boyd to report on the meeting.
Acting Chief Boyd stated the feedback received after the meeting had been very
positive. He noted there was no hostility, and everyone seemed to have the feeling
the Police Department was there to cooperate and make things happen. He stated
they entertained a lot of questions and comments from people after the meeting
broke up, and he felt the meeting had been very well received, and something the
Police Department should continue to do.
c. ILLEGAL PARKING IN THE SUN VALLEY NEIGHBORHOOD (PD) - File 11-8 x 9-3-30 (Verbal)
Councilmember Cohen reported there was a large, transit system type bus that has
been moving around in the Sun Valley neighborhood, and noted that for at least
the past 72 hours it had been parked on Fifth Avenue, just this side of "H" Street.
Mr. Cohen stated it appeared as though the front end of the bus was now elevated,
noting there may be a jack underneath it, and it may be undergoing repairs at
that location. Mr. Cohen stated it does not fit being parked on a City street,
and asked if there was anything that could be done about this?
Acting Chief Boyd stated the Police Department would mark the bus for 72 hours,
and noted if someone were repairing a vehicle in the street, they could also issue
a citation for that. He stated the Department would track down who the bus belongs
to, and then talk with the owner and see what it would take to get it out. He
stated if the Police Department could get the owner to move the bus, that would
be a lot better than trying to tow the vehicle after 72 hours, noting they want
to get it out of the neighborhood and make sure it stays out, because it is not
supposed to be there.
d. PARKING ON BELLAM BOULEVARD (PW) - File 11-8 x 9-3-40
Councilmember Miller reported that since the City has been actively enforcing the
72 hour parking restriction on Bellam Boulevard the situation has improved
immensely, noting the truck with the large sign has moved off of Bellam Boulevard,
and the larger vehicles are no longer parking there. He noted this had cleaned
up the area significantly.
e. ILLEGAL PARKING ON GRAND AVENUE & FOURTH STREET (PD) - File 11-8 x 9-3-30
Mayor Boro informed Acting Chief Boyd he had seen a huge trailer which had been
dropped at the corner of Grand Avenue and Fourth Street, and asked that it be
marked in the morning. Acting Chief Boyd stated the Police Department would take
care of it.
There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting was adjourned
at 8:35 PM.
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JEANNE M. LEONCINI, City Clerk
APPROVED THIS DAY OF 1996
MAYOR OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL
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