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TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA Tuesday, January 9, 200• Town Hall - Council Chambers 525 San Anselmo Avenue, San Anselmo 6:35 p.m. Announce adjournment to closed session regarding Worker's Compensation liability claim, P. Nelson v the Town of San Anselmo, pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.95, and regarding conference with legal counsel regarding existing litigation, Sprint Spectrum L.P. v Town of San Anselmo, United States District Court Case Number C004672, pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9; and regarding conference with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation, pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(b)(3)(a) (one potential case). 6:40p.m. Closed session regarding Worker's Compensation liability claim, P. Nelson v the Town of San Anselmo, pursuant to~ Government Code Section 54956.95, and regarding conference with legal counsel regarding existing litigation Sprint Spectrum L.P. v Town of San Anselmo, United States District Court Case Number C004672, pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9; and regarding conference with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation, pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(b)(3)(a) (one potential case). 7:30p.m. Interviews with candidates to the Open Space Committee and Arts Commission. 8:00p.m. • Call to order. • Pledge of Allegiance. • Announce action taken in closed session, if any. • Open time for public expression. The public is welcome to address the Council at this time on-matters not on the agenda that are within the jurisdiction of the. Council. Please be advised that pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.2, Council is not permitted to discuss or take action on any matter not on the agenda unless it determines that an emergency exists, or that there is a need to take immediate action which arose following posting of the agenda. Comments may be no longer than three minutes, and may not be· belligerent or slanderous out of respect for the community. • Council requests for future agenda items, questions and comments to staff; staff miscellaneous items.
1. Consent agenda: Items on the consent agenda may be removed and discussed separately. Otherwise, all the items may be approved with one action. ~ Approve minutes: December 9, 2000. @Acknowledge and file warrants Nos. 37071-37304 in the amount of$693,149.60. (~ Acknowledge and file financial report for month ending November 2000. @ Acknowledge and file report on notification of neighboring businesses and residences when burglaries occur. ( e) Acknowledge and file report of Tree Committee on status of Sudden Oak Death syndrome with recommendations to disseminate information to the public and support state legislation for assisting with research and to assist public agencies and private individuals cope with the sudden loss of trees. (f) Adoption and second reading of ordinance amending the Seminary Master Plan to renovate the dwelling at 26 Kensington Court, which was designated to be demolished in the 1999 Seminary Master Plan update, to be used as housing for up to twelve students of the San Francisco Theological Seminary,· 26 Kensington .. Court; approve a Negative ·Declaration of Environmental Impact; and approve Resolution approvfng the Use Pennit to renovate the dwelling. @JAdo~tion. and second 1eading of 01dimmce amending Ci1apte1 2.01_ of Title I making code violatfoms a ··· -pubhc-nmsance. · · ··· ·· · · · -·- - ··· · · @Adoption and second reading of ordinance adding Section 1-2.12 of Chapter 2 of Title I of the San Anselmo Municipal Code authorizing inspection warrants to determine zoning and building code violations. @Approve energy savings plan to conclude the holiday season lighting effective January 10, 2001. @Approve resolution approving the precise development plan and design review of a single family dwelling · between 41 and 43 Tomahawk Drive, MP 177-250-31.
2. Appoint members to the Historical Commission and Open Space Committee.
3. Approve resolution and conduct public hearing on intent to abandon two portions of unnamed public right of-way located between 10 and 20 Greenfield Avenue, and at the rear of20 Greenfield Avenue, opposite 13 ·Smith Lane.
Presentation by Dr. William Levinson, Superintendent of the Tamalpais Union High School District on proposed bond election for facilities improvement.
5. Approve recommendation from the Overnight Parking Task Force as follows: (a) Introduction and first reading amending current overnight parking ordinance (3-5.1201), changing (c) from "The Town Clerk shall issue" to "The Chief of Police shall issue" as it refers to the issuance of hardship parking permits. (b) That the Police Department continue applying its current reasonable process to the issuance of hardship pennits with the understanding that simple inconvenience not be considered a hardship under the ordinance. (c) That the Police Department continue enforcing the overnight parking ordinance through a fair process that randomly covers every street in San Anselmo several times a year as time permits. (d) That the Police Department maintain its enforcement of the 12-foot clearance ordinance. (e) That the Police Department continue to respond promptly to citizen complaints regarding theovernight parking ordinance and issue citations per standard police procedures. (f) That Council disband the Overnight Parking Task Force, and, if necessary, reinstate it after monitoring · the issue for a period of 6 months.
6. Appeal of Planning Commission decision approving a request for a front yard setback variance to add a 342 square foot second story addition within 5'-6" of the front property line to an existing single story, single family house, 60 Sequoia Avenue, AIP 6-165-08. Owners: Mark Voorsanger and Kay Feallock. Appellants: Claudia Breault and JeffHvid.
7. Adjourn.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the Town Clerk at 258-4652. TTY phone number is 453-4690. Notification at least 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the Town to make reasonable accommodation to help insure accessibility to this meeting. Notice is hereby given that Council may discuss and/or take action on any or all of the items listed on this agenda. If any of these matters above are challenged in court, you may 1:1e limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at any public hearing described on this agenda, or in written correspondence delivered at, or prior to, this Council meeting. Any item not under discussion before 11:00 p.m. may be continued to the next regular meeting. Next regular meeting: Tuesday. January 23. 2001. I certify that this agenda was posted on the Public Notice Bulletin Board on or before January 5, 2001. ~~ Debra Stutsman, Town Clerk "
TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO STAFF REPORT . January 3, 2001
For the Meeting of January 9, 2001
TO: Town Council
FROM: Janet M Pendoley, Fiscal & Administrative Services Director
SUBJECT: Report of Warrants Issued, December 2000
RECOMMENDATION
That Council acknowledge and file warrant numbers 37071to37304 issued during the month of December, 2000 in the amount of$693,149.60.
BACKGROUND
This report is an itemization of payments made to vendors during the month just ended. Also included maybe reimbursements to employees for work-related approved expenditures.
Respectfully submitted, ~'nt~ Janet M Pendoley Fiscal and Administrative Services Director
Attachment 1 - Warrant Registers, December 2000
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ACS FINANCIAL SYSTEM TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO 12/08/2000 11:40:49 Warrant Register GL334R-V06.27 PAGE l Date Issued Warrant------In Favor of Check Amount Description CHEK------12/08/2000 37071 ACS 318.53 SOFTWARE SUPPORT 12Zo0z2000 37072 ADAM COHEN 62.00 RECREATION REFUND 12/08/2000 37073 AFLAC 383.84 SUPPLEMENTAL INSURANCE 12/08/2000 37074 ALICIA HVISTENDAHL 52.00 RECREATION REFUND 12/08/2000 37075 AMERICAN DRAFT SOURCE 11.26 BLUEL I NE 12/08Z2ooo 37076 AMERICAN SOCIETY OF 210.00 ANNUAL SOCIETY DUES 12/08/2000 37077 ARAMARK UNIFORM SERVICES 296.34 UNIFORM MAINTENANCE 12/08/2000 37078 AT &: T 14.64 LONG DISTANCE 12/08/2000 37079 AYUMI WEISSBUCH 95.00 RECREATION REFUND 12/08/2000 37080 BARBARA COSTELLO 23.90 REFUND BOOKS 12/08/2000 37081 BERKELEY ASPHALT COMPANY 313.98 ASPHALT l2Zo8/2000 37082 BLACK MOUNTAIN 43.00 WATER & COOLER 12/00z2000 37083 BOISE CASCADE CORPORATION 145.34 PAPER 12/08/2000 37084 BOOKSMITH INC. 74.54 BOOKS 12/08/20'00 37085 BRODART 533.37 BOOKS 3,997.17 BOOKS TOTAL ** 37085 4,530.54 12/08/2000 37086 BUCK'S SAW SERVICE 28.19 TOOL REPAIR 12/08/2000 37087 CALIFORNIA CARTRIDGE COMPANY 82.02 TONER CARTRIDGE 236.96 PRINTER REPAIR TOTAL ** 37087 318.98 12/08/2000 37088 CALIFORNIA VISION SERVICE 543.96 DECEMBER VISION 12Z08/2ooo 37089 CALPERS LONG-TERM CARE 357.00 LONG TERM CARE 12/08/2000 37090 COMMUTER TIMES 65.00 ADVERTISEMENT 12/08/2000 37091 COOK PAGING· 68.75 PAGERS 12/08/2000 37092 DAN GORLIN 1,019.20 F2000 W.A. DANCER DRUM 12/08/2000 37093 DAVID COOK 72.00 RECREATION REFUND 12/08/2000 37094 DIANE ALSTERLIND 95.00 RECREATION REFUND 12/08/2000 37095 · DIANE CLARK s2·.oo RECREATION REFUND 12Zo0z2000 37096 DISCOUNT SCHOOL SUPPLY 94.87 STOP BY SUPPLIES 12Zo0z2000 37097 DISCOVERY OFFICE SYSTEMS 68.52 TONER 12/08/2000 37098 DONNA COHEN 2,115.00 ACCOUNTING ASSISTANCE 12/08/2000 37099 DORETTA RUZZIER 103.00 RECREATION REFUND 12/08/2000 37100 EDISON SECURITY 240.00 SECURITY SERVICES 2001 12/08/2000 37101 FAIRFAX LUMBER 643.95 SUPPLIES 12/08/2000 37102 FAIRFAX NURSERY 148.81 PLANTS 12/08?000 37103 FLASH PHOTO 706.49 PHOTO PROCESSING 12/08 2000 37104 GALLS INC. 46.07 COLLAR PIN .. 12/08/2000 37105 GAYLE RIGIONE 60.00 RECREATION REFUND 12/08/2000 37106 GEORGE ZAHORSKY 4,804.80 F2000 TENNIS 12/08/2000 37107 GOLDEN STATE LUMBER, 373.75 LUMBER 12/08/2000 37108 GOLT MANAGEMENT 192.00 ADVERTISEMENT 12/08/2000 37109 GOTELLI'S RENTAL SERVICE 54.95 FENCE 12/08/2000 37110 HAGEL SUPPLY 67.03 SUPPLIES 12/08/2000 37111 HARRIS AND ASSOCIATES 920.00 SFD/BUTTERFIELD RD 12/08/2000 37112 HARRY'S TELEPHONE 115.00 PHONE/COMPUTER WIRING 12/08/2000 37113 HIGHSMITH INC. 16.25 VIDEO CASE 12/08/2000 37114 HILLYARD 185.06 PAPER TOWELS 12/08/2000 37115 HIQ 60.06 MODEM )
ACS FINANCIAL SYSTEM TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO 12/08/2000 11:40:49 Warrant Register GL334R-V06.27 PAGE 2 Date Issued Warrant In Favor of Check Atnount Description 12/08/2000 37116 HORIZON-AUTOMATIC RAIN 51.99 FIELD STRIPES 110.41 LANDSCAPE SUPPLIES TOTAL ** 37116 162.40 12/08/2000 37117 IMPAC GOVERNMENT SERVICES 13,697.11 SUPPLIES 12/08/2000 37118 INTERNATIONAL MAILING EQ 249.00 RATE CHANGE 12/08/2000 37119 JACKSON'S HARDWARE 438.58 SUPPLIES 12/08/2000 37120 JEANNIE LEU 156.00 FALL 2000 MASSAGE 12/08/2000 37121 JEFFERSON PILOT FINANCIAL INS. 491. 84 DECEMBER LIFE INSURANCE 12/08/2000 37122 JENNIFER COUTURE. 44.00 RECREATION REFUND 12/08/2000 37123 JOHN MACKAY 616.25 F2000 PIANO 12/08/2000 37124 JOHN STUCKEY 534.00 F2000 WOODWORKING 12/08/2000 37125 JUAN OLSEN SANCHEZ 7,000.00 TUMBLING 12/08/2000 37126 JUDY SABATELLA 52.00 RECREATION REFUND 12/08/2000 37127 JULIE PARKER 190.00 RECREATION REFUND 12/08/2000 37128 JUST FORMS 135.20 ENVELOPES 12/08/2000 37129 K. DESIGNERS 202.80 REFUND PUBLIC WORKS 12/08/2000 37130 KATHY LOCOCO 50.00 RECREATION.REFUND 12/08/2000 37131 KELLY FIRE EQUIP. CO. 7.50 FIRE EXTINGUISHER 12/08/2000 37132 KIRSTEN ZARREHPARVAR 52.00 RECREATION REFUND 12/08/2000 37133 LARRY NILSEN 36.73 GRAFETTI SUPPLIES 12/08/2000 37134 LAUREL HOUGHTON 103.00 RECREATION REFUND 12/08/2000 37135 LEAGUE OF CALIF. CITIES 325.00 CONFERENCE REGISTRATION 12/08/2000 37136 LORNA COMBI 75.00 RECREATION REFUND 12/08/2000 37137 M.A.C. 214.20 COMPUTER MAINTENANCE 12/08/2000 37138 MARIN COUNTY SHERIFF'S 450.00 45000 12/08/2000 37139 MARIN COUNTY STREET 25,136.00 MCSTOPP 12/08/2000 37140 MARIN COUNTY TAX COLLECTOR 329.57 RADIO SHOP 535.00 CUPA HAZMAT FEES 58.80 PRINT SHOP 2, 111. 79 GARAGE SERVICES TOTAL ** 37140 3,035.16 12/08/2000 37141 MARIN MUNICIPAL WATER DEPT. 3,404.12 WATER CHARGES 12/08/2000 37142 MARIN OUTDOORS 482.44 WORK CLOTHES 12/08/2000 37143 MARIN SCOPE 500.00 ADVERTISING 12/08/2000 3714.4 MARION MADSEN 100.00 DEC 00 RETIREE HEALTH 12/08/2000 37145 MARY ALTSHULER 85.00 RECREATION REFUND 12/08/2000 37146 MCI TELECOMMUNICATIONS 80.11 OCT. LONG DISTANCE 12/08/2000 37147 MIDWEST TAPE 55.96 VIDEOS 12/08/2000 37148 MONIQUE VON SCHEREN 54.00 RECREATION REFUND 12/08/2000 37149 MYERS STEVENS 1,517.35 POLICE BENEFITS 12/08/2000 37150 NAFCO 240.. 24 STICKERS-DEL. VEHICLES 12/08/2000 37151 NORTH BAY ELECTRICAL SUPPLY 536.50 LIGHTS 12/08/2000 37152 OCLC 10.47 NETWORK 12/08/2000 37153 OFFICE DEPOT BUSINESS SERVICES 440.96 OFFICE SUPPLIES 12/08/2000 37154 OFFICE OF THE ASSESSOR 6.00 ASSESSOR'S MAPS 12/08/2000 37155 P E R S 16,613.03 DECEMBER HEALTH 12/08/2000 37156 PACIFIC BELL 2,245.36 PHONE 12/08/2000 37157 PACIFIC GAS AND ELECTRIC 7 t 724 • 75 NOVEMBER UTILITIES 12/08/2000 37158 PACIFIC SUN 420.00 PR CAMPAIGN INSERTS 12/08/2000 37159 PATRICK JOHNSON 1,452.10 F2000 TAICHI ) )
ACS FINANCIAL SYSTEM TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO 12/08/2000 11:40:49 Warrant Register GL334R-V06.27 PAGE 3 Date Issued Warrant In Favor of Check Amount Description 12/08/2000 37160 PETTY------CASH . ------46.80 PETTY CASH DPW 12/08/2000 37161 PICKEM UP TRUCK STORES 203.76 SEAT COVERS 12/08/2000 37162 PITNEY BOWES CREDIT CORP 169.87 POSTAGE METER LEASE 12/08/2000 37163 PRAXAIR DISTRIBUTION INC 20.24 CYLINDER RENTAL 12/08/2000 37164 PREFERRED BENEFIT INSURANCE 3,380.52 DECEMBER DENTAL 12/08/2000 37165 PROVIDENT LIFE INSURANCE CO. 515.04 DECEMBER LLTD 465.70 OCTOBER LIFE INSURANCE TOTAL ** 37165 980.74 12/08/2000 37166 RAMON PRUITT 823.19 F2000 CARDIO/KARATE 12/08/2000 37167 RE: S. OAK AVE. 900.00 PROFESSIONAL FEES 12/08/2000 37168 RE: SEMINARY ESTATES 218.25 PLANNING REFUND 12/08/.2000 37169 RE: 16 SPRUCE 283.50 PLANNING REFUND 12/.08/2000 37170 RE: 179 SCENIC 83.25 PLANNING REFUND 12/08/2000 37171 RE: 25 MILLBRAE 45.50 PUBLIC WORKS REFUND 12/08/2000 37172 RE: 285 REDWOOD 75.00 PROFESSIONAL FEES 12/08/.2000 37173 .RE: 58 YOLANDA 131.75 PLANNING REFUND 12/08/2000 37174 RECORDED BOOKS, LLC 5.95 AUDIO BOOKS 12/08/2000 37175 REDWOOD LANDFILL 140.00 DUMP FEES 12/08/2000 37176 REEVES COMPANY INC 61.37 NAMEPINS 12/08/2000 37177 REPUBLIC ELECTRIC 1,838.80 STREETLIGHT MAINTENANCE 12/08/2000 37178 ROBERT FROST 103.00 RECREATION REFUND 12/08/2000 37179 ROBSON HOUSE ASSOCIATION 300.00 NOVEMBER CONTRACT 12/08/2000 37180 ROSS VALLEY FIRE DEPT. 166,861.00 DEC 2000 OPERTING EXP. 12/08/2000 37181 SAN RAFAEL BUILDING MAINTENANC 944.00 NOVEMBER CUSTODIAL 12/08/2000 37182 SEQUOIA SAFETY SUPPLY CO 18.59 WORK BOOTS 12/08/2000 37183 SHAMROCK MATERIALS INC 318.82 SUPPLIES 12/08/2000 37184 SIGNAL MAINTENANCE 1,427.47 SIGNALS. 12/08/2000 37185 SONOMA VALLEY PUBLISHING 3,699.95 WINTER CATALOG PRINTING 12/08/2000 37186 SPECTRA ASSOCIATES, INC. 212.90 MINUTE BOOK 12/08/2000 37187. STEVENSON SUPPLY 29.50 RAIN GEAR 12/.08/2000 37188 STRECKFUS TROPHY 10.73 ENGRAVING 12/08/2000 37189 SUSAN BYRNE 68.00 RECREATION REFUND 12/08/2000 37190 TERESA GIORGI 103.00 RECREATION REFUND 12/08/2000 37191 TERMINIX INTERNATIONAL 36.00 PEST CONTROL 12/08/2000 37192 TOTALLY COMPUTER 56.45 FLOPPY DRIVE 12/08/2000 37193 TRANSBAY SECURITY SERVICE 11.58 KEYS 12/08/2000 37194 TRIANGLE COATINGS, INC 328.66 PAINT 12/08/2000 37195 TRUST ADMINISTRATORS INC. 1,284.63 NOVEMBER CLAIMS 12/08/2000 37196 VERIZON WIRELESS MESSAGING 24.25 PAGERS 12/08/2000 37197 W.W. GRAINGER INC 137.20 LAMP 249.32 LAMPS TOTAL ** 37197 386.52 12/08/2000 37198 W.W. GRAINGER, INC 194.02 10' STEPLADDER 12/.08/2000 37199 W.W. GRAINGER, INC 16.83 LAMP 12/08/2000 37200 WANDA FORD 107.25 F2000 TAICHI 12/08/2000 37201 WEST GROUP PAYMENT CTR 149.35 CALIF CODE 12/08/2000. 37202 WHITLOCK AND WEINBERGER 240.00 TRAFFIC STUDY 12/08/2000 37203 WOLCO BUSINESS SYSTEMS 256.08 COPIER MAINTENANCE 9.00 TONER TOTAL ** 37203 265.08 . •... )
ACS FINANCIAL SYSTEM 12/08/2000 11:40:49 TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO Warrant Register GL334R-V06.27 PAGE 4 Date Issued Warrant In Favor of ------Check Amount Description 12/08/2000 37204 YARDBIRDS 305.59 SUPPLIES CHBK 296,544.42 )
ACS FINANCIAL SYSTEM TOWN. OF SAN ANSELMO 12/08/2000 11:40:50 Warrant Register GL060S-V06.27 RECAPPAGE GL334R FUND .RECAP: FUND DESCRIPTION DISBURSEMENTS
01 GENERAL FUND 256, 831. 76 10 CAPITAL RECONSTRUCTION 1,402.09 15 MEASURE G 931.26 21 RECREATION 27,179.15 31 ISABEL COOK COMMUNITY CENTER 3,004.60 so EQUIPMENT REPLACEMENT 5, 711. 70 80 POST REIMBURSEMENT 484.00 99 DOWNTOWN REVITALIZATION 999.86 TOTAL ALL FUNDS· 296,544.42
BANK RECAP: BANK NAME DISBURSEMENTS
CHEK GENERAL CHECKING 296,544.42 TOTAL ALL BANKS 296,544.42 ...:_,-
ACS FINANCIAL SYSTEM TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO 12/15/2000 17:21:18 Warrant Register GL334R-V06.27 PAGE 1 Date Issued Warrant In Favor of Check Amount Description CHEK 12/15/2000 34687 RE 9 SCENIC 205.7.5- CANCEL CHECK 37169 12/15/2000 37045 DOC GUTHRIE SIGN CO 9.79- CANCEL CHECK 37045 12/15/2000 37169 RE 16 SPRUCE 283.50- CANCEL CHECK 37169 12/15/2000 37170 RE 179 SCENIC . 83.25- CANCEL CHECK 37169 12/15/2000 37184 SIGNAL MAINTENANCE 1,427.47- CANCEL CHECK 37184 12/15/2000 37205 GUARANTEE MAILING SERVIC 868.20 NEWSLETTER MAILING 12/15/2000 37206 TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO 144,636.29 DEC 15 PAYROLL 12/15/2000 37207 ALPINE AWARDS 182.86 PATCHES 12/15/2000 37208 BNY WESTERN TRUST CO 1,110.00 BOND EXPENSES 12/15/2000 37209 BRENDA JO SMITH 26.10 MILEAGE 12/15/2000 37210 CAROLYN ROGERS 297.54 MILEAGE 12/15/2000 37211 DAWN JONES 66.05 REIMBURSE SUPPLIES 12/15/2000 37212 DEBBIE STUTSMAN 21. 73 REIMB SUPPLIES 12/15/2000 37213 GUASTUCCI'S TREE SERVICE 1,775.00 TREE WORK 12/15/2000 37214 HOLLY HOPPER 403.75 W2000 ETIQUETTE 12/15/2000 37215 ICMA RETIREMENT TRUST 457 7,309.50 DEC 15 CONTRIBUTIONS 12/15/2000 37216 JANET GALLAGHER 62.00 REFUND VOUCHER 12/15/2000 37217 JANET PENDOLEY 470.15 REIMBURSE PURCHASE~JP 32.15 MOUSE-JP 124.39 REIMB SUPPLIES TOTAL ** 37217 626.69 12/15/2000 37218 JIM WHEELER 137.51 REIMB MILEAGE 12/15/2000 37219 KITCHEN MAGICIAN 175.00 DEPOSIT/EMPLOYEE EVENT 12/15/2000 37220 KITCHEN MAGICIAN 525.00 EMPLOYEE EVENT 12/15/2000 37221 LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA 395.00 CITY MANAGER'S CONFERENC 12/15/2000 37222 LONGS DRUG STORES 91.88 SUPPLIES 12/15/2000 37223 M.A.P.E. 735.49 DECEMBER DUES 12/15/2000 37224 MARIN COUNTY F.C.U. 3,107.00 DEC 15 DEDUCTIONS 12/15/2000 37225 MARIN SANITARY SERVICE 11,000.11 STREET SWEEPING 12/15/2000 37226 NOR-CAL STATE ASA 30.00 TOURNAMENT DIRECTORY 12/15/2000 37227 OASIS POOL AND SPA 500.00 REFUND 12/15/2000 37228 PAIGE SANTUCCI 750.00 DEC. BASKETBALL LEAGUES 12/15/2000 37229 PETTY CASH 44.37 PETTY CASH 12/15/2000 37230 POLICE TRAINING 200.00 TUITION 12/15/2000 37231 R.J. RICCIARDI 1,995.00 AUDIT 12/15/2000 37232 RAMONA CHOURRE 42.00 RECREATION REFUND 12/15/2000 37233 RE 16 SPRUCE 283.50 PLANNING REFUND 12/15/2000 37234 RENEE RAMSEY 363.48 F2000 MAY FIRST ART 12/15/2000 37235 ROBIN ANDRONICO 60.00 RECREATION REFUND 12/15/2000 37236 RUTH GALBAN 62.00 REFUND VOUCHER 12/15/2000 37237 S.F. NEWSPAPER AGENCY 403.20 ADVERTISING 12/15/2000 37238 SAN BERNARDINO HILTON 184.80 LODGING STEPHEN NELSON 12/15/2000 37239 SANDY WELDON 43.44 REIMBURSE-ANNIE SCORE 12/15/2000 37240 SAPOA 690.00 DECEMBER DUES 12/15/2000 37241 SIGN-A-RAMA 26.81 BANNER 12/15/2000 37242 SIGNAL MAINTENANCE 764.75 SIGNALS 12/15/2000 37243 SOPHIA GOTTLIEB 146.25 TEMP-11/16-12/15 12/15/2000 37244 STEVEN NELSON 99.00 PER DIEM 12/15/2000 37245 SUNNYSIDE NURSERY 12,398.78 TREES ACS FINANCIAL SYSTEM TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO 12/15/2000 17:21:18 Warrant Register GL334R-V06.27 PAGE 2 Date Issued Warrant In Favor of Check Amount Description 12/15/2000 37246 SUSAN SANO 83.00 RECREATION REFUND 12/15/2000 37247 THE PLAYHOUSE 1,600.00 PLAYHOUSE RENTAL-ANNIE 12/15/2000 37248 WELLS FARGO BANK 86.00 STORAGE 46.90 INTERNET 60.00 SUPPLIES TOTAL ** 37248 192.90 CHEK 192,506.22
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ACS FINANCIAL SYSTEM TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO 12/15/2000 17:21:18 Warrant Register GL334R-V06.27 PAGE 3 TOTAL NUMBER OF RECORDS PRINTED 65 ACS FINANCIAL SYSTEM TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO 12/15/2000 17:21:18 Warrant Register GL060S-V06.27 RECAPPAGE GL334R FUND RECAP: FUND DESCRIPTION DISBURSEMENTS
01 GENERAL FUND 173,338.41 16 MEASURE G DEBT SERVICE 1995 1,110.00 21 RECREATION . 3,885.80 31 ISABEL COOK COMMUNITY CENTER 182.86 50 EQUIPMENT REPLACEMENT 470.15 60 SPECIAL EVENTS FUND 9.79 CR 80 POST REIMBURSEMENT 781.34 99 DOWNTOWN REVITALIZATION 12,747.45 TOTAL ALL FUNDS 192,506.22
BANK RECAP: BANK NAME DISBURSEMENTS
CHEK GENERAL CHECKING 192,506.22 TOTAL ALL BANKS 192,506.22 ACS FINANCIAL SYSTEM TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO 12/22/2000 17:46:48 Warrant Register GL334R-V06.27 PAGE 1 Date Issued Warrant In Favor of Check Amount Description CHEK 12/22/2000 36982 PACIFIC TRUCK EQUIPMENT 100.86- CANCEL CHECK36982 12/22/2000 37250 TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO 143,345.45 12/31 PAYROLL 12/22/2000 37251 ACADEMY FOR YOUTH SPORTS 350.00 NAYS TRAINING 12/22/2000 37252 ACS 318.53 SOFTWARE MAINTENANCE 12/22/2000 37253 ANTHONY BOEHL 350.00 UNIFORM 12/22/2000 37254 AT & T WIRELESS 652.59 CELLULAR 12/22/2000 37255 BAY CITIES JOINT POWERS 1,749.77 INSURANCE 12/22/2000 37256 BRANDON TIRE SUPPLY 2,176.90 VEHICLE REPAIR 12/22/2000 37257 BRENDA JO SMITH 350.00 UNIFORM 12/22/2000 37258 CAROLYN ROGERS 350.00 UNIFORM 12/22/2000 37259 CHARLES MAYNARD 350.00 UNIFORM 12/22/2000 37260 CHEVRON 390.99 FUEL 12/22/2000 37261 COMMA IR 887.88 BOILER REPAIR 6,425.13 BOILER SERVICE TOTAL ** 37261 7,313.01 12/22/2000 37262 CREATIVE BRICK & 248.40 PAVERS 12/22/2000 37263 CURIALE DELLAVERSON 268.30 EMPLOYEE RELATIONS COUN 12/22/2000 37264 DAN WIDGER 58.00 UNIFORM 12/22/2000 37265 DISCOVERY OFFICE SYSTEMS 890.35 COPY M/C MAINTENANCE 12/22/2000 37266 DONNA DE SURVILLE 219.17 W2000 COOKIE CLASS 12/22/2000 37267 INDEPENDENT JOURNAL 132.29 LEGAL NOTICES 12/22/2000 37268 JANET WILLIS 21.53 REIMB MILEAGE/TOLLS 31 Z-LfC/ 12/22/2000 37269 JENNIFER ASSELSTINE 172. 29 MILL PLAYGROUND 12/22/2000 37270 JOEL ERICKSON 350.00 UNIFORM 12/22/2000 37271 JOSEFINA GODOY 350.00 UNIFORM 12/22/2000 37272 KAY COLEMAN 14.82 REIMB FRAMES 12/22/2000 37273 KIM TAYLOR 250.00 PUBLICITY 12/22/2000 37274 MARCUS HARTLEY 350.00 'UNIFORM 12/22/2000 37275 MARK MCDONALD 350.00 UNIFORM o 12/22/2000 37276 MICHAEL WACHOLZ 350.00 UNIFORM I~ oo 12/22/2000 37277 MONICA CATLOW 350.00 UNIFORM 12/22/2000 37278 NICHOLES VALERI 350.00 UNIFORM 12/22/2000 37279 NICOLETTE KING 190.00 RECREATION REFUND 12/22/2000 37280 PACIFIC GAS AND ELECTRIC 19.33 UTILITIES 12/22/2000 37281 PAIGE NELSON 350.00 UNIFORM 12/22/2000 37282 PATRICIA GOSS 350.00 UNIFORM 12/22/2000 37283 PATRICK GOSS 350.00 UNIFORM 12/22/2000 37284 PHILIP EMSWILER 350.00 UNIFORM 12/22/2000 37285 POSTAL SERVICES PLUS 94.76 SERVICES 12/22/2000 37286 PURSUIT TECHNOLOGY, INC. 678.33 VEHICLE ACCESSORY 12/22/2000 37287 RANDY KIRTON 350.00 UNIFORM 12/22/2000 37288 RE: 15/30 AUSTIN 176.00 DPW REFUND 12/22/2000 37289 REPUBLIC ELECTRIC 6,050.00 STREETLIGHT CONDUIT 12/22/2000 37290 RICHARD PISCIOTTA 350.00 UNIFORM 12/22/2000 37291 ROBERT CARY 350.00 UNIFORM 12/22/2000 37292 SAN RAFAEL BUILDING MAINTENANC 1,196.00 CUSTODIAL 12/22/2000 37293 STEPHEN MORITZ 350.00 UNIFORM 12/22/2000 37294 STEVEN NELSON 350.00 UNIFORM 12/22/2000 37295 STEVEN PAYETTE 350.00 UNIFORM ·:·.-;-"
ACS FINANCIAL SYSTEM TOWN OF SAN.ANSELMO 12/22/2000 17:46:48 Warrant Register GL334R-V06.27 PAGE 2 Date Issued Warrant------In Favor of Check Amount Description 12/22/2000------37296 STUART------BAKER ------350.00 UNIFORM 12/22/2000 37297 SURINDER JERSEY 350.00 UNIFORM 12/22/2000 37298 SYMBOL ARTS 51.00 MERIT PINS 12/22/2000 37299 U.C. REGENTS-CPER 24.65 BROWN ACT POCKET GUIDE 12/22/2000 37300 UNOCAL. 2,118.74 FUEL 12/22/2000 37301 VERIZON WIRELESS MESSAGING 279.48 CELLULAR 12/22/2000 37302 W.K. MCLELLAN CO. 8,080.25 SIDEWALKS 12/22/2000 37303 WILLIAMS COMMUNICATIONS 230.05 BATTERIES CARRY CASES 12/22/2000 37304 WOLCO BUSINESS SYSTEMS 388.84 COPIER MAINTENCE CHEK 186,098.96 ACS FINANCIAL SYSTEM TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO 12/22/2000 17:46:48 Warrant Register GL334R-V06.27 PAGE 3 TOTAL NUMBER OF RECORDS PRINTED 76 • ACS FINANCIAL SYSTEM TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO 12/22/2000 17:46:49 Warrant Register GL060S-V06.27 RECAPPAGE GL334R FUND RECAP: FUND DESCRIPTION DISBURSEMENTS
01 GENERAL FUND 174,353.15 10 CAPITAL RECONSTRUCTION 420.69 21 RECREATION 759.17 31 ISABEL COOK COMMUNITY CENTER 8,561.18 40 INSURANCE 1,749.77 99 DOWNTOWN REVITALIZATION 255.00 TOTAL ALL FUNDS 186,098.96
BANK RECAP: BANK NAME DISBURSEMENTS
CHEK GENERAL CHECKING 186,098.96 TOTAL ALL BANKS 186,098.96 ACS FINANCIAL SYSTEM TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO 1/03/2001 17:1S:59 Warrant Register GL334R-V06.27 PAGE 1 Date Issued Warrant In Favor of Check Amount Description CHEK 12/31/2000 37249 P.E.R.S. 18,000.00 NOVEMBER RETIREMENT CHEK 18,000.00 j ·,. ....-:
TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO STAFF REPORT January 3, 2001
For the Meeting of January 9, 2001
TO: Town Council
FROM: Janet M Pendoley, Fiscal & Administrative Services Director
SUBJECT: Revenue and Expenditure Report, November 2000
RECOMMENDATION
That Council accept the Revenue and Expenditure Report for the period ending November 30, 2000.
BACKGROUND
This report is a year-to-date summary report of revenues and expenditures that is presented to the Town Council on a monthly basis. Funds included in the report are the General Fund and Gasoline Tax Fund, the Recreation Fund and the Isabel Cook Community Center Fund. The purpose of the report is to present budget-to-actual :financial information for review and discussion.
ANALYSIS
As noted in the report, the revenue and expenditure data as of November 30th reflects :financial activity transacted during 41.67% of the budget year. Revenue received, at 18%, reflects the seasonality of property tax revenue (i.e. December and April distributions) as well as the normal lag in receipt of periodic payments. Expenditures, at 36%, appear to be at a fairly stable level with the exception of the Non-departmental Services (71%), which reflects one-time expenditures to outside sources for special projects and the Town's annual share of cost for animal control services.
Respectfully submitted, ~fit~ Janet M Pendoley Fiscal and Administrative Services Director
Attachment 1 - Revenue and Expenditure Report, November 2000
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I Town of San Anselmo Revenue and Expenditure Report for the period ending November 30, 2000 ( 41.67% of fiscal year) REVENUE 2000-2001 2000-01 To Date% Budget To Date of Budget TOWN TAXES: Property Taxes (Current) 2,670,000 - 0% Property Taxes (Supplemental) 100,000 - 0% Property Taxes (Pension) 747,000 - 0% Municipal Services Tax 475,000 (2,036) 0% Sales Tax 1,000,000 329,260 33% Property Transfer Tax 70,000 24,064 34% Franchise Taxes (Garbage, Cable & Utili 315,000 78,953 25% SUBTOTAL 5,377,000 430,241 8% PERMITS: Business License 280,000 24,710 9% Parking Permits (Residential) 6,000 1,788 30% Parking (Merchant Permits) Reserve 2,600 1,375 53% Construction 363,000 152,889 42% SUBTOTAL 651,600 180,762 28% FINES: Vehicle Code 100,000 32,544 33% Parking 85,000 25,581 30% Library 17,000 6,058 36% SUBTOTAL 202,000 64,183 32% USE OF MONEY & PROPERTY: Interest 150,000 13,296 9% Royalties (Payphone Commission) 1,100 555 50% SUBTOTAL 151,100 13,851 9% OTHER AGENCY REVENUE: Proposition 172 Sales Tax . 125,000 42,275 34% Abandoned Vehicle Program 2,000 2,000 100% Motor Vehicle License 620,000 264,202 43% Homeowners Exemption 32,000 - 0% State Mandate Reimbursements 15,000 19, 105 127% State Gasoline Taxes 257,000 107,087 42% State Library Aid 21,000 5,500 26% One-Time State Assistance 00-01 40,000 - 0% SUBTOTAL 1,112,000 440,169 40% FEES FOR SERVICES: Banner Fees 2,000 1,000 50% Fire - Sleepy Hollow F.P.D. 426,564 103,500 24% Police Services/Booking Fee Reimburse 34,000 16,358 48% Street Maint. Svs./Reimb. 1,100 268 24% Planning Fees 65,000 43,779 67% Resale Inspections 36,000 12,143 34% Street Sweeping 12,000 - 0% In Lieu Taxes 24,000 - 0% SUBTOTAL 600,664 177,048 29% MISCELLANEOUS: Surplus Property Sales 3,000 - 0% Other 8,000 2,551 32% SUBTOTAL 11,000 2,551 23% GENERAL FUND REVENUE TOTA1 8,105,364 1,308,805 16%
OTHER FUNDS Isabel Cook Complex 128,664 36,442 28% Recreation Fund 652,099 274,674 42% OTHER FUNDS REVENUE TOTAL: 780,763 311,116 40% ALL FUNDS REVENUE TOTAL: 8,886,127 1,619,921 18% " I
Town of San Anselmo Revenue and Expenditure Report for the period ending November 30, 2000 (41.67% of fiscal year) EXPENDITURES 2000-2001 2000-01 To Date% Budget To Date of Budget GENERAL FUND DEPTS: Council 14,619 2,985 20% Administration and Finance 516,612 172,816 33% Contingency 103,500 - 0% San Anselmo Volunteer Effort 66,899 23,233 35% Legal Services 100,000 31,117 31% Planning 265,089 69,581 26% Non-Departmental 206,933 146,708 71% Police 2,172,407 773,478 36% Fire 2,003,130 834,305 42% Engineering and Inspection 445,312 160,937 36% Street Maintenance 642,313 169,305 26% Library 400,659 154,630 39% Parks 363,135 131,212 36% Recreation - General Fund Suooort 79,258 26,946 34% GENERAL FUND EXPENDITURE TOTAL: 7,379,866 2,697,253 37%
OTHER FUNDS: Isabel Cook Complex 117,604 26,259 22% Recreation Fund 650,680 227,711 35% OTHER FUNDS EXPENDITURE TOTAL: 768,284 253,970 33%
ALL FUNDS EXPENDITURE TOTAL: 8,148,150 2,951,223 36% San Anselmo Police Department Memorandum
Date: December 27, 2000
To: San Anselmo Town Council From: Charles L. Maynard, Chief of Police &- RE: NOTIFICATION AFTER A REPORTED BURGLARY
I received a Council request for information reference the notification of neighborhoods and business districts upon the report of a burglary. Ms. Louis Matthews had approached Council at the December 12, 2000; meeting and asked why neighborhoods and businesses were not being notified when a burglary had taken place in their area. I wish the answer to this question was black and white, but as in most cases involving community safety and the perception of safety, there is a considerable gray area.
Residential Burglaries:
When the police department receives a report of a residential burglary and the officer has completed the investigation at the place of occurrence, it is standard procedure for the officer to conduct a neighborhood check. A neighborhood check consists of a door to door inquiry of the immediate neighbors of the victim to determine if anyone observed something that might lead us to the perpetrators. The officers do not contact every residence on the street and inform them of the crime unless there is specific information discovered that would indicate a need for this type of notification.
Examples of what would constitute an area wide notification are:
• A burglary which has occurred during the hours of darkness. A burglar who operates during the evening hours poses a greater danger to residents who are normally home at that time. • A burglar who only commits crimes of opportunity. A burglar, who only enters unlocked vehicles or residences, but avoids those which are properly secured. • Multiple burglaries on the same street or in close proximity of each other. This indicates that the burglar or burglars are concentrating their efforts on one area so residents should be hyper sensitive to anything in their neighborhood which may seem unusual.
Over the past six months there have been five reported residential burglaries in the Town of San Anselmo, none of which have matched any of the above criteria.
1 /(d) One of the benefits of living in San Anselmo is the low crimt? rate and the perception of safety. Odds are that most residents could live their entire lives within the Town limits and never become the victim of a crime. We at the police department are well aware of our responsibility to keep the residents and visitors of this community safe, but we are equally aware that the perception of safety is an important part of our citizen's quality of life. If a burglary occurs within a residential neighborhood, and the notification of the entire neighborhood would accomplish nothing more than a diminished perception of safety, the police department feels this would be irresponsible on our part and of no value to our citizens.
Commercial Burglaries:
Commercial burglaries are treated much like residential burglaries. We examine the circumstances surrounding the crime and make the determination whether to notify the entire business district of the burglary. In September of this year there were six burglaries on San Anselmo A venue and on Sir Francis Drake within a twenty four-hour time period. Over the next several nights following the burglaries, officers on foot and on bicycles patrolled the businesses along San Anselmo A venue and Sir Francis Drake Boulevard. We had decided not to notify the entire business community as we had information our suspect might be employed by a downtown business. A videotape with the image of our suspect committing one of the burglaries was taken to Skywalker Ranch in the hopes of enhancing the suspect's face so identification could be made. An area wide notification may have caused the suspect to flee and therefor thwarting our efforts to apprehend him. The investigation into these cases is ongoing and the department is continuing its efforts to identify the suspect.
It is my hope that this memorandum answers any questions brought forth by Council or members of the community. I would like to assure Council that the police department is committed to the protection of lives and property and will continue to do all that is possible to enhance the quality of life in our Town.
2 !• ' TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO STAFF REPORT December 28, 2000
For the Meeting of January 9. 2001 TO: Town Council
FROM: Michael Groshong, Fire Chief
SUBJECT: Tree Advisory Committee Report ' ~I
RECOMMENDATION That Council support the passage of Sudden Oak Death legislation (SB 31 and AB 53) currently in the California Legislature and direct staff to disseminate the latest University of California Sudden Oak Death update-Pest Alert# 4, dated December 2000 to local nurseries. Staff will summarize this report and Pest Alert # 4 and use this summary in upcoming publications of the Recreation brochure and the San Anselmo Refuse and Recycling Newsletter.
BACKGROUND The Town has taken an active role in information dissemination and policy development to deal with the extraordinarily large amounts of dead and dying trees, both in the public and the private sector. There has been a great deal of new information recently released by the University of California that should be passed on to the public. Also, four pieces of legislation have been introduced in the California Legislature to assist the fight against Sudden Oak Disease and to assist public agencies and private individuals cope with the sudden loss of trees. At the Council's 1 meeting of December 12 \ Council endorsed the legislation sponsored by Assemblymember Joe Nation. Two other pieces of legislation regarding Sudden Oak Death - SB 31 and AB 53 - have also been introduced.
DISCUSSION The University of California Extension released Pest Alert # 4 this month. It has the absolute latest information about the disease, prevention and practices for the removal of dead trees. It is attached to this report and can also be accessed on their web site at hty>://cemarin. ucdavis.edu/pdf1>/o20files/pestalert4.pdf. The highlights of this report are that although the pathogen has been identified, it may not be until the end of winter before the scientists will know how it moves from one tree to another. Until that time, it will not be possible to give concrete recommendations to prevent its spread, but the report does state that there are indications that long distance spread occurs via the transportation of firewood and planting materials. Their recommendation to help reduce the spread of the pathogen is to avoid transporting infected or potentially infected oak material and soil that is potentially contaminated away from an originating area. Do not transport freshly cut firewood or soil out of a neighborhood.
It is now recommended to avoid cutting down dead oaks from mid-October to the end of April. When they are cut, the branches should be chipped, the wood split and all of it left on the property. The new theory is that the split wood should be placed in the sun to dry, rather than be covered in plastic as in prior recommendations. The stump should not be ground, but covering it tightly in plastic may help to kill the fungus and reduce infestation and emergence of insects. oak tree report 1090 I .doc 01/04/01 I (e) .. ) This particular pest alert also has instructions for keeping oaks healthy and actions to take if a homeowner thinks an oak may be affected with the disease. It would be of great informational value to have this particular report printed and distributed to the local nurseries for distribution to anyone interested in the latest oak disease developments.
One further late breaking development is an experiment being carried out in Novato's Miwok Park. University of California scientists have demonstrated that several fungicides and phosphorus compounds have checked the growth of the fungus in laboratory conditions. Based on these results, they have sprayed 27 live oak trees with a copper sulfate compound to determine if it will prevent the trees from becoming infected with the Phythophthora fungus.
Laboratory experiments now underway and expected to be completed by January should tell researchers if the fungus can survive the high temperatures created by mulching infected tree material. One of the scientists, Pavel Svihra, had an interesting quote in a recent news release "Until more is known about the disease, there is no way we won't make mistakes". The Town should keep in mind that many of these University of California guidelines are based on the best information presently available, but cannot be guaranteed to be 100% accurate.
On the Legislative side, four bills have been introduced this session. The battle to combat sudden oak death syndrome and the problems it causes would get a $10 million infusion of funding under legislation introduced by three bay area legislators, including Marin Assemblyman Joe Nation. Assemblywoman Pat Wiggins of Santa Rosa (AB 53) and state Senator Wes Chesbro of Arcata (SB31) have introduced companion bills to fund continued state research, along with surveying and monitoring of the Phythophthora fungus that is suspected of causing sudden oak death. Money would also be given directly to homeowners to manage the treatment of blighted trees. Funds would also pay to determine the fire risk in badly affected areas and for a county grant program to remove and dispose of dead trees. Assemblywoman Wiggins was quoted as " Dead and dying oaks have worsened the already severe fire hazard conditions in both the rural and urban areas. These bills provide for basic research as well as assistance to counties and property owners".
Joe Nation and the other legislators would like to see the state commit $5 million for research and another $5 million to dispose of dead trees to eliminate them as a fire hazard. The money would not come right away, but Nation and the other legislators would like to get the attention of Governor Gray Davis in the hope that he will include funding in his initial budget, which will be unveiled in mid-January: "We think there is a good chance we will be in the January budget" Nation said. "This issue really requires immediate attention and we are trying to raise the awareness".
Finally, there had been some discussion about the tree service that P.G. and E. uses to trim back trees from their wires. It was reported that this service was not sterilizing their equipment with an approved disinfectant after each tree, thus potentially increasing the spread of the disease. P.G. and E. announced last week that their tree service has begun to sterilize all equipment after finishing one site that shows signs of infestation and also before moving their equipment to a any new site.
CONCLUSION As the Tree Committee outlined in an earlier report, both homeowners and the town itself are faced with a staggering burden for the removal of dead and dying trees. The passage of this oak tree report 10901.doc 01/04/01 • r. legislation would be of great benefit to all those parties affected by sudden oak death. It would be in the best interest of the Town if the Council were able to assist in the passage of the above mentioned bills.
Respectfully submitted,
Michael Groshong, Fire Chief Wayne Woodbury, Town Arborist Debbie Stutsman, Town Clerk
oak tree report 10901.doc 01/04/01 UNIVERSITY OF Pest Alert #4 CALIFORNIA December 2000 Cooperative Extension in Marin County 1682 Novato Blvd., Suite 150 B, Novato, CA 94947
by Pavel Svihra and Nicole K. Palkovsky, University of California Cooperative Extension, and Andrew J. Storer, University of California, Berkeley Sudden Oak Death has killed large numbers of coast live oaks, black oaks and tanoaks in some of central California's coastal counties. The name Sudden Oak Death is used because of the rapid color change ofleaves from green to brown. Recently an unknown species of Phytophthora fungus was discovered as an underlying cause of Sudden Oak Death. A tree may be infected with Phytophthora for a number of months or years before exhibiting this sudden change in foliage. Basic biological research about this previously undescribed fungus is underway to develop an adaptive, integrated pest management program that will change as new information becomes available. In this Pest Alert we address some of the questions commonly asked by homeowners and landscape professionals. Responses are based on our current understanding of the science explaining Sudden Oak Death, and information garnered from other disease complexes that involve Phytophthora species. What is Sudden Oak Death? Sudden Oak Death is a disease complex involving a primary fungal pathogen as well as secondary agents including beetles and other fungi. Usually the first symptom of Sudden Oak Death is 'bleeding' or 'seeping' of a dark viscous substance produced by the tree in response to the infection by Phytophthora fungus. This fungus infects and destroys the inner bark in the lower trunk of susceptible trees. Bark and ambrosia beetles attack infected trees by tunneling into the bark and wood to excavate egg galleries. Tunneling activity of beetles and fungal growth may result in reduced water availability to the leaves and accelerate tree death. While the course of the disease remains unpredictable and is sometimes variable, death of the tree is almost certain. Is Sudden Oak Death the only cause of oak mortality? No. Many other pathogens can also kill oaks. In particular, the Phytophthora root rot fungus (Phytophthora cinnamomi) and oak root fungus (Armillaria mellea) are common in landscape and garden settings. In addition to these and other pests and pathogens, improper cultural practices such as soil compaction, root pruning, over watering and herbicide use may contribute to the death of oak trees. How do you find out whether this new pathogen is on your property? If any susceptible oak species grows on your property, look for the following symptoms: (a) Bleeding near the trunk base (b) Fine, beetle boring dust (c) Growth of Hypoxylon fungus fruiting bodies in the vicinity of bleeding and beetle attacks
The beetle boring dust and Hypoxylon fruiting bodies are secondary symptoms that may occur on trees without Sudden Oak Death. Laboratory culturing is the only way to confirm whether a symptomatic oak is infected with the Phytophthora that causes Sudden Oak Death. Information about confirming the presence of the new Phytophthora can be obtained from your local University of California Cooperative Extension or County Agricultural Commissioner's office. The University of Calfomia, in accordance with applicable Federal and State law and University policy, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, medical condition {cancer-related), ancestry, marital status, citizenship, sexual orientation, or status as a Vietnam-era veteran or special disabled veteran. The University also prohibits sexual harassment. Inquiries regarding this policy may be addressed to the Affinmative Action Director, University of California, Agriculture and Natural Resources, 1111 Franklin Street, 5" Floor, Oakland, CA 94612-3560, (510) 987-0096. Are all oak species susceptible to Sudden Oak Death? At this time three tree species have been found to be infected with the new Phytophthora species: two oak species, California live oak (Quercus agrifolia) and California black oak (Quercus kelloggii); and one species closely related to oaks, tanoak (Lithocarpus densiflorus). Other oaks, such as valley oak (Quercus lobata), blue oak (Quercus douglasii) and many introduced ornamental oaks, have not yet shown symptoms of Sudden Oak Death. How does Sudden Oak Death spread? It is not currently known how the Phytophthora fungus that causes Sudden Oak Death spreads from an infected to a healthy tree. Most of the related species of fungi are spread by soil, water, and infected plant material. A few species are also known to be airborne. As with all pathogens, a susceptible host and favorable climatic conditions are necessary for infection to occur. What can you do for oaks that do not have symptoms ofSudden Oak Death? Focus on maintaining oak health through proper cultural practices. Avoid disturbance of the root zone, prevent frequent irrigation, and minimize injuries to the stem and lower limbs. Prune coast live oaks and black oaks during the dry summer months when the beetles and causal fungus are least active. Limit pruning to dead, dying and structurally unsound branches. What can you do if trees are infected? Monitor oaks in urban settings (private homes, gardens, parks and managed landscapes) for the bleeding symptom year round. If the bleeding symptom is detected, consult with a certified arborist, pest control advisor or horticulturist to find out whether the cause is the new Phytophthora species. If the new Phytophthora species is confirmed in a tree in an urban setting, application of insecticides and fungicides registered for commodities (woody ornamentals or hardwood forests) or site may be recommended by a certified arborist or pesticide applicator. Insecticides target the beetles, but not the underlying causal fungus and should not be applied from November to mid-March when beetles are inactive. What should you do when diseased trees are removed? Try to avoid cutting down dead oaks from mid-October to the end of April. When oaks are cut, chip the branches and split the wood, and leave it on the property. Promote drying of the wood where possible by placing it in a sunny location. To reduce the risk of unnecessary contamination of equipment, do not grind the stump. Tightly covering the stump with clear plastic may help to kill the fungus and reduce infestation and emergence of insects. Can the fungus be eradicated? No. Eradication of these types of forest pathogens is biologically and physically impossible. How can you prevent the spread? Information from other Phytophthora species indicates that long distance spread occurs via the transportation of firewood and planting material. To help reduce the spread of the new Phytophthora species, avoid transporting infected or potentially infected oak material and soil that is potentially contaminated away from areas where the fungus is known to occur. Do not transport freshly cut firewood or soil out of your neighborhood. These pathogens may also be spread by contaminated equipment (saws, shovels, vehicles, soil, etc.) and in surface and ground water. Where can you get more information? Contact University of California Cooperative Extension county offices in Marin (415) 499-4204 and Sonoma (707) 565-2621. The following websites contain up-to-date information about Sudden Oak Death and links to other relevant sites: http://cemarin.ucdavis.edu http://camfer.cnr.berkeley.edu/oaks http://www.suddenoakdeath.org
Acknowledgments: This publication has been supported by many public, private organizations and private citizens: FIRESafe Marin, Marin Municipal Water Dsitrict, Marin County Fire Department, Dr. and Mrs. Sherman Shapiro, Bartlett Tree Experts, City of San Rafael, Town of Ross. FMC Corporation and City of Novato. \ \ t. _,.,.
TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO TOWN COUNCIL STAFF REPORT
For the meeting of January 9. 2001
TO: Town Council
FROM: Lisa Wight, Senior Planner
SUBJECT: Amendment to the Seminary Master Plan for Renovation of Dwelling at 26 Kensington Avenue
RECOMMENDATION
1. Approve a Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact
2. Adoption and Second Reading of an Ordinance approving amendments to the Master Plan
3. Resolution of Approval approving the Use Permit to renovate the dwelling.
Applicant and Location
San Francisco Theological Seminary, 26 Kensington Court, San Anselmo
Background and Discussion
At the December 12, 2000 meeting, the Town Council introduced an ordinance to amend the master plan, and continued the adoption of the Ordinance and the use permit determination to the January 9, 2001 meeting.
The request is to renovate the existing dwelling unit for student housing. The Master Plan requires that a use permit be obtained for exterior building changes (decks) and the change in use (faculty residence until 1991 - currently vacant - proposed for residential).
Because the amendment to the master plan is not exempt from CEQA review, staff prepared an Initial Study with the finding that the project will not have a significant effect on the environment and a Negative Declaration has been prepared for Council approval. No significant impacts were identified and no mitigation is proposed as a result of the project.
attachments: Ordinance amending the Master Plan Resolution approving the Use Permit Negative Declaration December 12, 2000 Town Council minutes and staff report
c: Scott Schaeffer, San Francisco Theological Seminary 1 l(f) TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO ORDINANCE NO. -·,d
AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO ADOPTING THE . AMENDMENT TO THE MASTER PLAN OF THE SAN FRANCISCO THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY, 26 KENSINGTON COURT
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission held a duly noticed public hearing on the amendment to the Master Plan as it relates to the single family dwelling at 26 Kensington Court; and
WHEREAS, notice of the proposed Ordinance amendment was published in a newspaper of general circulation on November 27, 2000; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission recommended that the Town Council approve the Negative Declaration and amendment to the Seminary Master Plan on December 4, 2000; and
WHEREAS, the Town Council introduced an Ordinance to amend the Master Plan at their public hearing on December 12, 2000.
WHEREAS, on January 9, 2001, the Town Council approved the Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact, adopted the Ordinance amending the master plan, and granted a use permit.
NOW, THEREFORE, the Town Council of the Town of San Anselmo DOES HEREBY FIND as follows:
FINDINGS
Section 1. Negative Declaration
There shall be no adverse impact to the environment. This project involves renovation of an existing building that is in dilapidated condition and addition of a first and second story deck, which will be aesthetically compatible with surrounding buildings, and serve as a housing unit for up to 12 students. On-site parking is available on Kensington Court and in on-site parking lots.
Section 2. Amendments to the Master Plan
That the amendment to the Seminary Master Plan is consistent with the SPD zone and the General Plan of the Town of San Anselmo based on the.following findings:
1. That the property can best be developed or renovated by a specific integrated plan approved by the Town in advance of such development or renovation. Amendments to the Master Plan present a comprehensive set of recommendations for physical improvements to existing buildings, reorganization of campus uses, and numerous other improvements to the campus aesthetics. The amendment will permit the renovation of an older home.
2 2. That the amendment to the Master Plan is consistent with the following General Plan Land Use Objective Nos. 6 and 20 and Circulation Objective No. 13:
6.2 The Town will endeavor to protect from demolition or destruction or major alteration any building, feature, or site of local historic value. This project will protect this historic house from demolition.
20.2 To protectthe unique natural and architectural features which make these sites a visual resource with the Town of the San Anselmo. This project will protect the unique architectural features of this dwelling.
Section 2. This Ordinance hereby amends the Master Plan of the San Francisco Theological Seminary as follows:
Page 2: 3. Delete and add language: Demolish Renovate 26 Kensington CT and convert into open space use as housing for up to 12 students.
Table 3-1. Delete and add language: 26 Kensington CT from "Storage" to "Housing Student."
Figure 3.1. Delete and add language: "Vacant" to "Housing: Student."
Page 13. Delete and add language: 26 Kensington Court is in such disrepair that it requires demolition major repairs.
Page 21. Demolish Renovate 26 Kensington Court.
Table 5-1. Add: 26 Kensington Court 8 BR Housing Student
Figure 5.1. Delete and add language: "Vacant" to "Housing: Student."
Table 5-3. Delete and add language: Demolish Renovate 26 Kensington Court. Delete language: KENSINGTON COURT Create an open space at the previous location of 26 Kensington Court.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Town Council of the Town of San Anselmo at a regularly scheduled meeting on January 9, 2001, by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Jeff Kroot,· Mayor
ATTEST:
Debra Stutsman, Town Clerk
3 TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO APPROVING THE USE PERMIT TO RENOVATE THE DWELLING, WHICH WAS DESIGNATED TO BE DEMOLISHED IN THE 1999 MASTER PLAN UPDATE, TO BE USED AS HOUSING FOR UP TO 12 STUDENTS AT THE SAN FRANCISCO THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY, 26 KENSINGTON ROAD, SAN ANSELMO.
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission held a duly noticed public hearing on December 4, 2000, to review the use permit, at which time they considered the staff report; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission recommended approval of the use permit to the Town Council on December 4, 2000; and
WHEREAS, the Town Council held a duly noticed public hearing on January 9, 2001, and approved the use permit.
NOW, THEREFORE, the Town Council of the Town of San Anselmo DOES HEREBY FIND as follows:
FINDING FOR APPROVAL:
That the establishment, maintenance, or operation of the use will not, under the circumstances of the particular case, be detrimental to the health, safety, peace, morals, comfort, and general welfare of persons residing or working in the neighborhood of the proposed use, or be detrimental or injurious to property or improvements in the neighborhood or to the general welfare of the Town.
The intended purpose is to retain the single family dwelling, make alterations, repairs, construct two decks, and to provide housing for up to 12 students. This project should not have an adverse impact on the environment.
PASSED by the Town Council of the Town of San Anselmo at a regularly scheduled meeting on January 9, 2001, by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Jeff Kroot, Mayor ATTEST:
Debra Stutsman, Town Clerk 4 TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO,
NOTICE OF NEGATIVE DECLARATION REGARDING ENVIRONMENT AL IMPACT
DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT: 26 Kensington Court, A/P 7-292-03: Amendment to the 1998 updated Master Plan for the San Francisco Theological Seminary and a use permit. Changes to this plan and the use permit involve: renovation ·to the dwelling at 26 Kensington Court, which was designated to be demolished in the 1998 update, to be used as housing for up to 12 students. ·
This application is available for public review at the office designated above.
NAME AND ADDRESS OF PROPONENT: San Francisco Theological Seminary, 2 Kensington Road, SanAnselmo, California 94960.
Pursuant to the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970 . (Public Resources Code Sections 21100. et seq.). the Town of San Anselmo has determined that the above project will not have a significant effect upon the environment for the following reasons:
There should be no significant adverse impact on earth, water, air, plant life, animal life, noise, light or glare, land use, natural resources, risk of upset, population, housing, transportation/circulation, public services, energy, utilities, human health, aesthetics, r~creation, cultural resources, nor have any mandatory findings of significance. This project involves renovation of an existing building that is in dilapidated condition and addition of a first and second story deck, which will be aesthetically compatible with surrounding buildings, and serve as a housing unit for up to 12 students. On-site parking is available on Kensington Court and in on-site parking lots.
Jhe environmental study was made by Lisa Wight. Senior Planner. Copies of this initial study are available at cost from the Planning Department. Written comments on this determination should be received in the Planning Department prior to Monday. December 4. 2000. Public hearings will begin with the Planning Commission at 7 p.m. on Monday. December 4. 2000. and will then be subject to public hearings by the Town Council beginning on Tuesday. December 12. 2000, at 8 p.m. in the Town Hall Council Chamber, 525 San Anselmo Avenue, San Anselmo, California. Any persons unable to attend the hearings and wish to express their views on this issue may do so in writing prior to the date of the hearing.
Posted: November 15, 2000
Lisa Wight. Senior Planner. Planning Department ('·1 TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST FORM
I. BACKGROUND
1. Project Title: Amendment to the 1998 updated Master Plan for the San Francisco Theological Seminary. Changes to this plan include: renovation to the dwelling . at 26 Kensington Court. which was designated to be demolished in the 1998 update. 2. Lead Agency Name and Address: Town of San Anselmo. 525 San Anselmo Avenue. San Anselmo 3. Town Contact Person and Phone Number: Lisa Wight. Senior Planner. 258~4636 4. Project Location: 26 Kensington Court 5. Project Sponsor's Name and Address: San Francisco Theological Seminary. 2 Kensington Road. San Anselmo. California 94960. 6. General Plan Designation: Special Use Area. High Density Residential. 7. Zoning: SPD High Density Residential 8. Description of Project: : Renovation· to the dwelling at 26 Kensington Court to provide housing for up to 12 students. Former use: 5-bedroom single family dwelling. which most recently has been used for storage. 9. Surrounding Land Uses and Setting: Single Family Residential and Multiple Family Residential 10. Other public agencies whose approval is required: N.Qne.
II. ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS POTENTIALLY AFFECTED:
The environmental factors checked below would be potentially affected by this project, involving at least one impact that is a "Potentially Significant Impact" as indicated by the checklist on the following pages: NONE.
Land Use and Planning Transportation/Circulation Public Services Population and Housing Biological Resources Utilities & Service Systems Geological Problems Energy/Mineral Resources Aesthetics Water Hazards Cultural Resources Air Quality Noise Recreation Mandatory Findings of Significance
Ill. DETERMINATION
On the basis of this initial evaluation:
_X_ I find that the proposed project COULD NOT have a significant effect on the environment, and a NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared.
I find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the environment, there will not be a significant effect in this case because the mitigation measures described on an attached sheet have been added to the project. A NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared.
I find that the proposed project MAY have a significant effect on the environment, and an ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required.
I.find that the proposed project MAY have a significanteffect(s) on the environment, but at least one effect 1) has been adequately analyzed in an earlier document pursuant to applicable legal standards, and 2) has been addressed by mitigation measures based on the earlier analysis as described on attached sheets, if the effect is a "potentially significant impact" or "potentially significant unless mitigated." An ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required, but it must analyze only the effects that remain to be addressed.
I find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the environment, there WILL NOT be a significant effect in this case because all potentially significant effects (a) have been analyzed adequately in an earlier EIR pursuant to applicable standards and (b) have been avoided or mitigated pursuant to that earlier EIR, including revisions or mitigation measures that are imposed upon the proposed project. r /7(~ .d'1{; Date: November 14. 2000 ~'=u.
Lisa Wight Typed Name EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS:
Potentially Significant Potentially Unless Less Than No Significant Mitigation Significant Impact
I. LAND USE AND PLANNING. Would the project:
a) Conflict with any applicable land use plan; policy, or regulation by project including general plan, specific plan, or zoning ordinance adopted for the purpose of avoiding or mitigating an environmental effect? Source: General Plan designation is Special Land Use. x
b) Conflict with any applicable habitat conservation plan or natural community conservation plan? Source: None. x
Physically divide an established community? Source: It is within the Seminary grounds. x
II. POPULATION AND HOUSING. Would the project: a) Induce substantial growth in an area either directly or indirectly? Source: Limited to addition of one bathroom and living quarters for up to 12 students with one kitchen. x b) Displace substantial numbers of existing housing, necessitating the construction of replacement housing elsewhere? Source: Replacing housing. x c) Displace substantial numbers of people, necessitating the construction of replacement housing elsewhere? Source: Replacing housing. x
Ill. GEOLOGYAND SOILS. Would the project: a) Expose people or structures to potential substantial adverse effects, including the risk of loss, injury, or death involving: EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS:
Potentially Significant Potentially Unless Less Than No Significant Mitigation Significant Impact i) Rupture of a known earthquake fault, as delineated on the most recent Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zoning Map issued by the State Geologist for the area or baseu on other substantial evidence of a known fault? Source: Construction subject to current Building Code requirements. x ii) Strong seismic ground shaking? Source: Construction subject to current Building Code requirements. x iii) Seismic-related ground failure, including liquefaction? Source: · Construction subject to current Building Code requirements. x iv) Landslides? Source: Property located in the flatlands. Construction subject to current Building Code requirements. x b) Result in substantial soil erosion or the loss of topsoil? Source: No impact. x c) Be located on a geologic soil that . is unstable, or that would become unstable as a result of the project, and potentially result in on- or off- site landslide, lateral spreading, subsidence, liquefaction, or collapse? Source: No impact. x d) Be located on expansive soil, as defined in Table 18 - 1-B of the Uniform Building Code, creating substantial risks to life or property? Source: Construction subject to current Building Code requirements. x EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS:
Potentially Significant Potentially Unless Less Than No Significant Mitigation Significant Impact
e) Have soils incapable of adequately supporting the use of septic tanks or alternative waste water disposal systems where sewers are not available for the disposal of waste water? Source: No impact. x
IV. WATER. Would the project: a) Violate any water quality standards or waste discharge requirements? Source: No impact. x b) Substantially deplete groundwater supplies or interfere substantially with groundwater recharge such that there would be a net deficit in aquifer volume or a lowering of the local groundwater table level? Source: No impact. x c) Substantially alter the existing drainage pattern of the site or area, including through the alteration of the course of a stream, in a manner which would result in substantial erosion or siltation on- or off-site? Source: No impact. x d) Substantially alter the existing drainage pattern of the site or area, including through the alteration of the course of a stream, or substantionally increase the rate or amount of surface runoff in a manner which would result in flooding on- or off-site? Source: No impact. x e) Create or contribute runoff water which would exceed the capacity of existing or planned stormwater drainage systems or provide substantial additional sources of polluted runoff? Source: No impact. x EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS:
Potentially Significant Potentially Unless Less Than No Significant Mitigation Significant Impact f) Otherwise substantially degrade water quality? Source: No impact. x g) Place housing within a 100-year flood hazard area as mapped on a federal Flood Hazard Boundary or Flood Insurance Rate Map? Source: No x h) Place housing within a 100-year flood hazard area structures which would impede or redirect flood flows? Source: No x i) Expose people or structures to a significant risk of loss, injury, or death involving flooding, including flooding as a result of the failure of a levee or dam? Source: No x j) Inundation by seiche, tsunami, or mudflow? Source: No x
V. AIR QUALITY. Would the project: a) Conflict with or obstruct implementation of the applicable air quality plan? Source: None x b) Violate any air quality standard or contribute substantially to an existing or projected air quality violation? Source: No impact x c) Result in a cumulatively considerable net increase of any criteria pollutant for which the project region is nonattainment under an applicable federal or state ambient air quality standard, including releasing emissions which exceed quantitiave thresholds for ozone precursors? Source: No impact x .~ } Potentially Significant Potentially Unless Less Than No Significant Mitigation Significant Impact
d) Expose sensitive receptors to substantial pollutant concentrations? Source: No impact. x
e) Create objectionable odors affecting a substantial number of people? Source: No impact. x
VI. TRANSPORTATION/CIRCULATION. Would the project:
a) Cause an increase in traffic which is substantial in relation to the existing traffic load and capacity of the street system, i.e., result in a substantial increase in either the number of vehicle trips, the volume to capacity ratio on roads, or congestion at intersections? Source: Student housing with available on-site parking. x b) Exceed, either individually or cumulatively, a level of service standard established by the county congestion/management agency for designated roads or highways? Source: Student housing with available on-site parking. x c) Hazards to safety from design features, e.g., sharp curves or dangerous intersections, or incompatible uses, e.g., from equipment? Source: None. x d) Substantially increase hazards due to a design feature, e.g., sharp curves or dangerous intersections) or incompatible uses, e.g., farm equipment? Source: Only change to design are small decks. x e) Result in inadequate emergency access? Source: no change. x Potentially Significant Potentially Unless·· Less Than No Significant Mitigation Significant Impact f) Result in inadequate parking capacity? Source: on-site parking. x g) Conflicts with adopted policies, plans, or programs supporting alternative transportation, e.g., bus turnouts, bicycle racks? Source: No conflicts. x h) Result in a change in air traffic patterns, including either an increase in traffic levels or a change in location that results in substantial safety risks? Source: No impacts. x
VII. BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES. Would the project: a) Have a substantial adverse effect, either directly or through habitat modifications, on any species identified as a candidate, sensitive, or special status species in local or regional plans, policies, or regulations, or by the California Department of Fish and Game or U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service? Source: No habitats nearby. x b) Have a substantial adverse effect on riparian habitat or other sensitive natural community identified in local or regional plans, policies, or regulations, or by the California Department of Fish and Game or U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service? Source: None. No habitats nearby. x c) Have a substantial adverse effect on federally protected wetlands as defined by Section 404 of the Clean Water Act including, but not limited to marsh, vernal pool, coastal, etc., through direct removal, filing, hydrological interruption, or other means? Source: No wetlands nearby. x ,1s Potentially Significant Potentially Unless · ·Less Than No Significant Mitigation Significant Impact d) Interfere substantially with the movement of any native resident or migratory fish or wildlife species or with established native resident or migratory wildlife corridors, or impede the use of native wildlife nursery sites? Source: None. x e) Conflict with any local policies or ordinances protecting biological resources, such as a tree preservation policy or ordinance? Source: No trees being removed. x f) Conflict with the provisions of any approved local, regional, or state habitat conservation plan? Source: None x
VIII. MINERAL RESOURCES. Would the project: a) Result in the loss of availability of a known mineral resource that would be of value to the region and the residents of the state? Source: None. x b) Result in the loss of availability of a locally-important mineral resource recovery site delineated on a local general plan, specific plan, or other land use plan? Source: None. x c) Result in the loss of availability of a known mineral resource that would be of future value to the region and the residents of the State? Source: None. x Potentially Significant Potentially Unless· Less Than No Significant Mitigation Significant Impact
IX. HAZARDS AND HAZARDOUS MATERIALS - Would the project: a) Create a significant hazard to the public or the environment through the routine transport, use, or disposal of hazardous materials? Source: None. x b) Create a significant hazard to the public or the environment through reasonably foreseeable upset and accident conditions involving the release of hazardous materials into the environment? Source: None. x c) Impair implementation of or physically interfere with an adopted emergency response plan or emergency evacuation plan? Source: No impact. x d) Be located on a site which is included on a list of hazardous materials sites compiled pursuant to Government Code Section 65962.5 and, as a result, would it create a significant hazard to the public or the environment? x e) Expose people or structures to a significant risk of loss, injury, or death involving wetland fires, including where wildlands are adjacent to urbanized areas or where residences are intermixed with wildlands? Source: None. x f) Emit hazardous emissions or handle hazardous or acutely hazardous materials, substances, or waste within one-quarter mile of an existing or proposed school? Source: None. x Potentially Significant Potentially Unless , Less Than No Significant Mitigation Significant Impact
X. NOISE. Would the project:
a) Exposure of persons to or generation of excessive groundbourne vibration or groundborne noise levels? Source: None. x
b) Exposure of persons to or generation of noise levels in excess standards established in the local general plan or noise ordinance, or applicable standards of other agencies? Source: subject to noise ordinance. x
c) A substantial permanent increase in ambient noise levels in the project vicinity above levels existing without the project? Source: Single family dwelling for up to 12 students. x
d) A substantial temporary or periodic increase in ambient noise levels in the project vicinity above levels existing without the project? Source: temporary construction noise x
XI. PUBLIC SERVICES. Would the proposal have an effect upon, or result in a need for new or altered government services in any of the following areas:
a) Fire protection? Source: None. Copy of plans and this checklist to be forwarded to Ross Valley Fire Department. x
b) Police protection? Source: None. Copy of plans and this checklist to be forwarded to San Anselmo Police Department. x
c) Schools? Source: None. x
d) Maintenance of public facilities, including roads? Source: None. x Potentially Significant Potentially Unless -- Less Than No Significant Mitigation Significant Impact e) Other governmental services? Source: None. x
XII. UTILITIES AND SERVICE SYSTEMS. Would the project:
a) Require. or result in the construction. of new water or wastewater treatment facilities or expansion of existing facilities, the construction of which could cause significant environmental effects? Source: None. Copy of this checklist to be forwarded to Marin Municipal Water District and Ross Valley Sanitary District. x b) Require or result in the construction of new storm water drainage facilities or expansion of existing facilities, the construction of which could cause significant environmental effects? Source: None. Copy of this checklist to be forwarded to Town Engineer. x c) Have sufficient water supplies available to serve the project from existing entitlements and resources, or are new or expanded entitlements needed? Source: Adequate. See a) above. x d) Result in a determination by wastewater treatment provider which serves or may serve the project that it has adequate capacity to serve the project's projected demand in addition to the provider's existing commitments? Source: See a) above. x e) Be served by a landfill with sufficient permitted capacity to accommodate the project's solid waste disposal needs? Source: Adequate. x f) Comply with federal, state, and local statutes and regulations related to solid waste? Source: No change. x Potentially .1-.· Significant Potentially Unless .. Less Than No Significant Mitigation Significant Impact
XIII. AESTHETICS. Would the proposal:
a) Have a substantial adverse effect on a scenic vista? Source: None. x
b) Substantially damage scenic resources, including, but not limited to, trees, rock outcroppings, and historic buildings within a state scenic highway? Source: see a above. x
c) Substantially degrade the existing visual character or quality of the site and its surroundings?
d) Create a new source of substantial light or glare which would adversely affect day or nighttime views in the area? Source: None. x
XIV. CULTURAL RESOURCES. Would the project:
a) Directly or indirectly destroy a unique paleontological resource or site or unique geologic feature? Source: None. x
b) Disturb any human remains, including those interred outside of formal cemeteries? Source: None. x
c) Cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of a historical resource as defined in subsection 15064.5? Source: None. x
d) Cause a substantial change in the significance of an archaeological resource pursuant to subsection 15064.5? Source: None. x
e) Restrict existing religious or sacred uses within the potential impact area? Source: None. x xv. RECREATION. Would the proposal: a) Increase the demand for neighborhood or regional parks or other recreational facilities? Source: None. x v ,;• Potentially Significant Potentially Unless .. Less Than No Significant Mitigation Significant Impact
b) Affect existing recreational opportunities? Source: None. x
XVI.·· MANDATORY FINDINGS OF SIGNIFICANCE.
a) Does the project have the potential to degrade the quality of the environment, substantially reduce the habitat of a fish or wildlife species, cause a fish or wildlife population to drop below self-sustaining levels, threaten to eliminate a plant or animal community, reduce the number or restrict the range of a rare or endangered plant or animal or eliminate important examples of the major periods of California history or pre-history? x
b) Does the project have the potential to achieve short-term, to the disadvantage of long-term, environmental goals? x.
c) Does the project have impacts that are individually limited, but cumulatively considerable? x
d) Does the project have environmental effects which will cause substantial adverse effects on human beings either directly or indirectly? x Minutes of the San Anselmo Town Council December 12, 2000
2. INTRODUCTION AND FIRST READING OF AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE AMENDMENT TO THE SEMINARY MASTER PLAN TO RENOVATE THE DWELLING. WHICH WAS DESIGNATED TO BE DEMOLISHED IN THE 1999 SEMINARY MASTER PLAN UPDATE. TO BE USED AS HOUSING FOR UP TO TWELVE STUDENTS OF THE SAN FRANCISCO THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY. 26 KENSINGTON COURT.
Senior Planner Wight presented the staff report. This would amend the Seminary Master Plan, and, if approved, would be agendized for adoption January 9.
Breen asked if this change would give the community an attractive addition to the neighborhood. Wight answered affirmatively.
Chignell asked ifthere has been any public opposition to this. Wight answered in the negative. ·
Mis, Chignell/Kilkus, to introduce and waive reading of an ordinance approving amendments to the language regarding 26 Kensington Court in the San Francisco Theological Seminary Master Plan, and continue this item to the January 9, 2001 agenda for adoption of the ordinance and use permit. Ayes: All. Absent: Kroot.
4 TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO TOWN COUNCIL STAFF REPORT
For the meeting of December 12. 2000
TO: Town Council
FROM: Lisa Wight, Senior Planner
SUBJECT: Amendment to the Seminary Master Plan
RECOMMENDATION
Introduce an Ordinance approving amendments to the language regarding 26 Kensington Court in the San Francisco Theological Seminary Master Plan, and continue this item to the January 9, 2001 agenda for adoption of the ordinance and a use permit.
Applicant and Location
San Francisco Theological Seminary, 26 Kensington Court, San Anselmo
Discussion
The project is to renovate the existing dwelling and make interior alterations in order to accommodate up to 12 students in one living unit. The Town Council approved the Master Plan update in 1999, which stated this dwelling would be demolished. As it turns out, the building can be salvaged and the plan is to make some interior alterations, add two decks, replace the shingle siding, roof gutters, and roof shingles. The Master Plan requires that a use permit be obtained for exterior building changes (decks) and the change in use (faculty residence until 1991 - currently vacant - proposed for residential).
The purpose of this hearing is to introduce an ordinance to amendment the master plan.
At the January 9th hearing, the Town council will be asked to adopt the ordinance and approve the use permit. ·
c: Scott Schaeffer, San Francisco Theological Seminary attachments: Ordinance Negative Declaration Planning Commission staff report, resolution, and minutes dated December 4, 2000 A/P Map Application Plans
TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO STAFF REPORT January 4, 2001 For the Meeting of January 9. 2001
TO: Mayor and Members of Town Council
FROM: Amy Feagans, Planning Director
SUBJECT: Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance Amending Chapter 2.01 of Title 1 Making Code Violations a Public Nuisance
RECOMMENDATION
That the Town Council waive the second reading and adopt the Ordinance Amending Chapter 2.01 of Title 1 Making Code Violations a Public Nuisance.
BACKGROUND
At the December 12, 2000 meeting, the Council introduced an Ordinance amending section 1-2.01 of the San Anselmo Municipal Code to include language that any code violation, including violation of a condition of approval, be deemed a public nuisance. With this amendment, failure to comply with a project condition may be considered a public nuisance and may be abated with fines of up to $1000 per day.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Ordinance Amending Chapter 2.01 of Title 1 Making Code Violations a Public Nuisance
Respectfully submitted, ~1-J Amy Feagans Planning Director ORDINANCE NO .. _____
AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO AMENDING CHAPTER 2.01 OF TITLE 1 MAKING CODE VIOLATIONS A PUBLIC NUISANCE
The Town Council of the Town of San Anselmo does hereby ordain as follows:
SECTION 1:
1-2.01 Violations, misdemeanors, infractions or nuisances.
It shall be unlawful for any person to violate any provision or to fail to comply with any of the requirements of this Code. Any person violating any of the provisions or failing to comply with any of the mandatory requirements of this Code shall be guilty of a misdemeanor or infraction. Any person convicted of a misdemeanor under the provisions of this Code shall be punishable by a fine of not more than One Thousand and no/1 OOths ($1,000.00) Dollars, or by imprisonment in the County Jail for a period not exceeding six (6) months, or by both such fine and imprisonment. In addition to the penalties provided in this section, any condition caused or permitted to exist in violation of any of the provisions of this Code or any regulations adopted pursuant to this Code shall be deemed a public nuisance and may be abated as provided for in this Code. Each such person shall be guilty of a separate offence for each and every day during any portion of which any violation of any provision of this Code is committed, continued, or permitted by such person and shall be punishable or abated accordingly.
Introduced at a regular meeting of the Town Council on the 12th day of December, 2000 and adopted thereafter at the regular meeting of the Town Council on the 9th day of January, 2001 by the following vote:
AYES: NOES: ABSTAIN: ABSENT:
JeffKroot, Town Mayor ATTEST:
Debra Stutsman, Town Clerk TESTIMONY BEFORE THE SAN ANSELMO TOWN COUNCIL By Al Aramburu, representing the MARIN ASSOCIATION OF REAL TORS® January 9, 2001
Mr. Mayor, members of the Town Council. My name is Al Aramburu, Governmental Affairs Director for the Marin Association of REALTORS®. I am here to testify on the proposed ordinance adding Section 1-2.12 of Chapter 2 of Title I of the San Anselmo Municipal Code authorizing inspection warrants to determine zoning and building code violations.
In a word, the Association is opposed to the proposed ordinance for the following reasons:
1. The inspection provisions abridge the property rights and privacy of the owner. 2. The threat to the public health and safety in the case of code violations is overstated. 3. In the event of truly egregious violations constituting true health and safety hazards, other nuisance abatement mechanisms are in place. 4. Equating permit violations to public nuisances, leading to fines of up to $1,000 a day and classifying them as either infractions or misdemeanors is excessively severe. 5. If this ordinance is intended not to punish but encourage compliance, it seems overly negative. A more productive approach might be to educate property owners on the necessity to seek the necessary permits to legalize second units. 6. Comparing this ordinance to a criminal search warrant hardly inspires confidence in the Town's approach.
There are benefits to 2nd units, most important of which, is the provision of affordable 11 housing. I realize that neighbors may not always approve of 2 d units, but if the code provisions are met, they can certainly augment the housing supply.
In conclusion, I would hope that the Town Council might seek voluntary measures, not requiring court ordered procedures to abate "nuisances" and encourage code compliance.
Thank you for allowing me the opportunity to testify.
Al Aramburu
TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO STAFF REPORT January 5, 2001
For the meeting of January 9. 2001
TO: Mayor and Members of the Town Council
FROM: Beth Pollard, Town Administrator
SUBJECT: HOLIDAY LIGHTING TIMING
RECOMMENDATION
That Council approve the energy savings plan to conclude the winter holiday lighting in the downtown on January 10, 2001.
BACKGROUND
The Town of San Anselmo and the San Anselmo Chamber of Commerce collaboratively support a program to bring holiday lighting to the downtown during the winter holiday season. The Town pays for the lights on the trees in Creek Park, and at Town Hall. Last year, the Town and Chamber established a plan that called for the lighting to be concluded on February 15.
This year, the State of California is experiencing a significant energy shortage. Pacific Gas & Electric (PG & E), the major energy provider in the state and the provider to San Anselmo, recently asked the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) for an average rate increase of26.2 percent, to meet its growing cost in obtaining energy.
DISCUSSION
Yesterday, the CPUC approved an interim rate increase for PG & E of nine percent for residential customers, and between seven and 15 percent for commercial customers. While the specific increase for the Town of San Anselmo has not been determined, it is likely to be at least nine percent. The interim rate increase will be in effect for 90 days, during which time the CPUC will conduct further hearings into the ratemaking issues related to the current power crisis in California. It is also subject to refund and further adjustment.
In December, due to the energy shortage, the Town placed the lighting on tjmers so that the lights would be lit only between 5 p.m. and midnight. In addition, the holiday season lighting and decorations at Town Hall were removed after the New Year holiday.
ID) However, now, in light of the cost increase for electrical energy, and the desire to minimize energy consumption, staff recommends that the holiday lighting conclude on January 10, 2001.
The Council liaison to the Chamber of Commerce, Councilmember Breen, has discussed the conclusion of the lighting with the Chamber of Commerce, which has given its support.
CONCLUSION
If Council approves the energy savings plan, staff will take immediate steps to conclude the lighting in Creek Park.
On the overall issue of the rate increase, staff will report back to Council in the mid-year budget review its projections for the impact of the energy rate increase on the Town budget.
Respectfully submitted,
Beth Pollard Town Administrator c: Dean Nyberg, Parks Director Connie Rodgers, Executive Director, Chamber of Comerce ,,,e' .
TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO TOWN COUNCIL STAFF REPORT
For the meeting of January 9, 2001
To: Town Council
From: Lisa Wight, Senior Planner
Subject: Resolution of Approval for 41and43 Tomahawk Drive, A/P 177-250-31
RECOMMENDATION AND BACKGROUND
The Town Council voted 4 - 0 (December 12, 2000; Kroot absent) to uphold the appeal of the Planning Commission's determination, thereby approving the project, and made some additions to Condition Nos. 3 and 9 in the Resolution of Approval. Because the actual Resolution of Approval was not noted on the agenda, staff is bringing it come back before the Council with a recommendation for a formal approval.
APPLICANT/APPELLANT AND LOCATION
Tommy Kennedy, between 41 and 43 Tomahawk Drive, San Anselmo
c: Tommy Kennedy, applicant Fred Divine, architect
attachment: Resolution of Approval
I Cj) TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO APPROVING THE PRECISE DEVELOPMENT PLAN AND DESIGN REVIEW OF A SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING BETWEEN 41 AND 43 TOMAHAWK DRIVE, A/P 177-250-31
WHEREAS, an application was filed with the Town of San Anselmo on June 14, 2000, requesting environmental review, parcel split, precise development plan, and design review; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission held public hearings on September 5, 2000 and October 2, 2000, and considered the Negative Declaration and parcel split. Comments were received by staff and the audience; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission approved the Negative Declaration and parcel split on October 2, 2000, and continued discussions on the precise development plan and design review; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission held a public hearing on November 6, 2000, and considered the precise development plan and design review. Comments were received by staff and the audience; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission denied the precise development plan and design review on November 6, 2000, on the grounds that they felt the house could be moved further down the hi.II; and
WHEREAS, the Town Council held a public hearing on December 12, 2000, to consider an appeal of the Planning Commission's determination, and considered the precise development plan and design review, and received comments from staff and the audience;
WHEREAS, the Town Council approved the appeal on December 12, 2000, thereby conditionally approving the precise development plan and design review;
WHEREAS, the Town Council formally approved the Resolution of Approval on January 12, 2001.
Conditions of Approval:
1. Approval is based on the site plan, floor plans, and elevation plans date stamped received by the Town on December 7, 2000; the landscape plan date stamped received by the Town on November 2, 2000; and the driveway plan and schematic drainage plan date stamped received by the Town on October 26, 2000;
2. The applicant must adhere to all recommendations established in the Geotechnical Investigation prepared by Robert Settgast, peer reviewed by Craig Herzog, and approved by the Town Engineer prior to building permit issua,nce. 3. The applicant must adhere to all recommendations established in a Drainage Study ·prepared by a civil engineer, which will be subject to the Town Engineer's approval prior to building permit issuance.
The Town Council acknowledges the verbal concerns of the property owners at 2 Indian Rock Court, 18 Indian Rock Court, and 11 Indian Rock Road regarding drainage, and ask that their comments be forwarded to the Town Engineer for his consideration at the time of his review of the final drainage plan, and further that these property owners be advised that the drainage plan is under the Town Engineer's review prior to permit issuance.
4. Prior to building permit issuance, the applicant shall record the relocated easement, as shown on the Conceptual Drainage Plan.
5. Hours of construction shall be limited to the time period from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday, and from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturdays. The Public Works Director can authorize construction beyond these hours and days upon written request, including interior work and other work tasks he deems appropriate.
6. Prior to building permit issuance, the applicant shall prepare and file with the Public Works Director, a construction management plan, which includes a videotape of the roadway conditions on Tomahawk Drive prior to construction. The applicant shall also post a road improvement bond or provide other assurance to the Town that damage to Tomahawk Drive or other public street resulting from construction vehicles will be corrected. The plan should include: 1) constructing the driveway and garage first in order to provide parking for construction vehicles; 2) all construction equipment shall be adequately muffled and maintained; and 3) hours of construction; etc.
7. Prior to issuance of building and grading permits, those trees to be removed shall be marked accordingly, i.e., bright color tape with wording indicating the extent of pruning or removal. All pruning shall be in accordance with the Pruning Standards of the International Society of Arborculture.
8. Prior to issuance of building permits, those trees identified to be preserved shall be protected according to an Arborist's recommendations in order to minimize damage to these existing trees during construction of the dwelling and infrastructure. This includes protecting trees during installation of the utility lines.
9. With the exception of those trees so noted on the landscape plan, the removal and pruning of trees, shrubs, and herbaceous plants is prohibited except for reasons of disease, and the need to maintain fire and human safety. Such removal and pruning shall be subject to Planning staff approval.
The following new landscape trees south and west of the dwelling shall be maintained in perpetuity and replaced if necessary: 6: Schinus Molle and 6: Quercus Agrifolia.
10. Exterior lighting shall be designed to eliminate off-site spread of light through the use of hooded, low level light, low wattage light fixtures, which cast light in a downward direction. Such lighting should be permitted for safety and security purposes only and must be unobtrusive and maintain privacy. • v
11. The exterior colors and materials shall be as follows:
--..: The exterior color of the building and trim shall be determined by staff at the time the building is constructed following the placement of 4' x 8' color panels on site which reflect the building siding and trim colors. The panels shall be visible from distant views. Using "low visual profile" as a theme, the applicant shall consider using tones that will blend with the environment
Roof: "Sablewood" (black) composition shingles Siding: Horizontal wood siding - see paragraph above Trim: see paragraph above Windows: Aluminum Clad "White" Driveway retaining walls: Allan Block Gravity Wall
12. Should construction not begin within one year from the date of this approval, the approval shall be considered null and void. A one-time-only, one-year extension can be requested in writing to the Planning Director prior to the expiration date.
13. Prior to building permit issuance, a deed restriction listing the above condition nos. 1, 9, 10, and 11 shall be signed by the applicant, notarized, and recorded at the County.
NOW, THEREFORE, the Town Council of the Town of San Anselmo DOES HEREBY FIND as follows:
Section 1. Precise Development Plan Findings for Approval
1. That the Precise Development Plan protects and preserves the natural and existing land forms and vegetation of the hillside and ridges, water courses, and any unique habitats located on the property.
The precise development plan preserves the natural and existing landforms and vegetation in that minimal grading and tree removal are proposed.
2. That the precise grading plan is designed to retain the natural and existing features of the land, that cuts and fills are minimized, and that all graded area are rounded and contoured to blend with the existing topography.
See No. 1.
3; That both on-site and off-site roadways are structurally suitable and adequate to carry projected traffic, and that the proposed development will not generate traffic which cannot be adequately accommodated by the roadway network outside the project area.
The access driveway has been engineered and meets the requirements of the Ross Valley Fire Department to accommodate a fire truck pullout and turn around. Traffic will be that typically generated by a single-family residence. ·
4. That the intensity of development will not have the potential to make a residential street traffic dominated. This access driveway will serve only one home so the development does not have the potential to make Tomahawk Drive traffic dominated. 5. That building site locations and the access to said building sites are selected to minimize visibility of the development from the remainder of the community, and are geologically stable.
The applicant has redesigned the project so as to create several rooflines and articulation to the elevations, lowered the structure and tucked it in so as to minimize the visibility from the remainder of the community. This lot is highly visible and any development will be visible off site. Two geotechnical engineers have reviewed the soils and drainage conditions and believe that a house can be built on this lot.
6. That development is located so as to be screened by portions of the site where existing topography provides screening or by existing woodlands. Development within existing woodlands may be allowed if tree removal is minimal.
Vegetation is limited on this site and the applicant proposes to plant a significant number of large trees that have the potential to provide good screening.
7. That landscaping is provided to screen, maintain, or improve the overall visual quality of the project as it relates to the community; that said landscaping stabilizes erodible soil; and that said landscaping camouflages the visually harsh aspects of improvements such as cuts, fills and retaining walls. That the type and character of plant materials employed in said landscaping are reasonably related to plants in the surrounding areas. That said landscape plans demonstrate a recognizable pattern or theme for the overall development by choice and location of plant varieties.
See No. 6.
8. That pedestrian easements are provided where pedestrian facilities are not contained within streets. That continued use of established local trails associated with the accepted Countywide Trails Plan is preserved.
Not applicable.
9. That where developable land exists beyond the development being considered, that road easements and dedications are provided to the appropriate bodies. That such easements are to the same standards as other public roads within the development.
There is no developable land beyond this property.
10. That construction, if any, within the ridge zone meets the following findings ...
The Indian Rock ridge begins at the 300' msl elevation. The ridge zone is measured down to the 250' elevation and 150' from the 300' elevation. Translated, this means the entire development is within the ridge zone.
Due to the location of the property and the requirement to minimize the grade of the access driveway for fire trucks, the garage must be at its proposed elevation (roof peak at 312 elevation). The dwelling steps down from that elevation with a roof peak at 304 elevation. The property is highly visible from Broadmoor Avenue and from·portions of Indian Rock Gou.rt and Road. The current design has dug into the hill to minimize the visual impact and significant landscaping is proposed.
11. That the Precise Development Plan does not adversely affect the health or safety of persons in or adjacent to the area or endanger property located in the surrounding area.
This project is a single family dwelling consistent with the uses of surrounding properties in the area and will be subject to construction standards of the Uniform Building Code and to the recommendations of the geotechnical engineers. ·
12. That the Precise Development Plan amendment is in conformance with the San Anselmo General Plan, with specific reference to the applicable sections of the General Plan.
The project is consistent with the General Plan, specifically:
"Policy 2.1: All land use decisions within the Town and the planning area will take into consideration the protection and preservation of the area's surrounding hillsides, ridges, water courses, and any unique natural habitats":
The entire driveway is within the ridgeline, which is. identified as those lands above 300' msl elevation. The maximum permitted height of structures is 18' above the ridgeline, and the proposed driveway retaining walls are up to 9' above the ridgeline. The remainder of the lot falls within the ridge zone; the garage is up to 12' above the ridgeline and the dwelling is up to 4' above the ridgeline. There are no specific watercourses or unique natural habitats.
"Policy 2.2: New development will be required to preserve some of the natural and cultural characteristics of their respective development sites":
The majority of the lot is not proposed for development and will be preserved in its natural state.
"Policy 3.1: Very low density (hillside and ridge) and single family conservation residential development should be located in areas of (1) relatively high visibility, (2) environmental hazards, (3) sensitive environmental resources, or (4) areas which are established as high priority open space lands":
This property is highly visible and has already been placed in the very low density zoning district of R-1 H for one dwelling.
"Policy 9. 1: The density on ridge and hillside properties shall be no greater than the number of dwelling units specified in the ''Table of Hillside and Ridge Density Parcels":
The proposed density of one dwelling is consistent with that number designated in the Table of Hillside and Ridge Density Parcels.
"Policy 9.2: No development including structures, roads, and public facilities shall be allowed on visible ridges and hillsides unless it has been 'demonstrated that development outside of these areas is not feasible for geologic, soils, or hydrologic reasons, or development would impact a · unique natural habitat." The entire property is on a visible hillside and within the ridge zone. Development outside these areas is not possible due to the configuration and slope of the lot, the access point, and the oak grove.
"Policy 9.3: Should there be no other option but to allow development on a visible hillside or ridge, the Town may limit the size of development (i.e., square footage allowed within any structure), if such limitation would reduce the visual impact of a development."
Approximately 900 square feet of the floor area has been dug into the hill and has less than a 6' height measured ceiling to floor located above grade.
"Policy 9.4: Development on hillside and ridge parcels shall be located as to be screened by existing woodlands or by portions of the site where existing topography provides screening. Development within existing woodland may be allowed if tree removal is minimal":
Because there is little vegetation on the site, the applicant is prepared to plant large trees and shrubs to provide immediate screening and shall be a condition during the design phase of the project. The eucalyptus trees near the garage are proposed to be removed, and these trees are considered a fire hazard.
"Policy 9. 7: "Development on hillside and ridge parcels shall be so designed as to minimize grading and disruption of natural contours."
Grading has been minimized.
"Policy 10.3: Residential units shall be designed and located so as to minimize their visual mass. The Town will require exterior materials and colors which soften the appearance of the building and allow it to blend with the natural landscape."
The dwelling has been dug. into the hill and tucked under the garage. New trees are to be 14' in height at planting along the rear to soften the appearance of the building. The exterior colors will be determined in the field by staff prior to issuance of a certificate of occupancy.
"Policy 11. 1: New development ... shall be of a scale, intensity, and design that integrates with the existing character of the surrounding neighborhood."
The project is of a scale, intensity and design that integrates with the existing character of the surrounding neighborhood. There are many architectural styles in this neighborhood and all are on sloping lots. The visual bulk will be similar to other homes in the area because approximately 900 square feet of the dwelling is dug into the hill.
Section 2. Design Review Findings for Approval
1. Is functionally and aesthetically compatible with the existing improvements and the natural elements in the surrounding area; ' '
The building design and materials will be functionally and aesthetically compatible with th~ existing improvements and the natural elements in the surrounding area.
2.. Provides for protection against noise, odors, and other factors which may make the environment Jess desirable;
This project will not make the environment less desirable.
3. Will not tend to cause the surrounding area to depreciate materially in appearance or value or otherwise discourage occupancy, investment or orderly development in such area;
This project will not cause the surrounding area to depreciate materially in appearance or value or otherwise discourage occupancy, investment, or development in the area.
4. Will not create unnecessary traffic hazards due to congestion, distraction of motorists, or other factors and provides for satisfactory access by emergency vehicles and personnel;
This project will not create unnecessary traffic hazards and the access has been approved by the Ross Valley Fire Department. In addition, a pullout and turn around for emergency fire apparatus will be provided on the property.
5. Will not adversely affect the health or safety of persons using the improvement or endanger property located in the surrounding area.
This project will not adversely affect the health or safety of persons or endanger property.
6. Adequacy of Screening
The applicant has proposed numerous plants on the property to soften the driveway retaining walls and provide immediate screening of the rear elevation of the dwelling.
7. Selection of architectural features and colors that enable the structure to blend with its environment and which results in a low visual profile.
The materials and design are aesthetically compatible with the neighborhood and with appropriate colors selected after construction, the dwelling will result in the lowest visual profile possible on a highly visible lot.
APPROVED by the Town Council of the Town of San Anselmo at a regularly scheduled meeting on January 9, 2001, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Jeff Kroot, Mayor ATTEST:
Debra Stutsman, Town Clerk I'
TOWN COUNCIL INTERVIEW SCHEDULE
Tuesday, January 9th, 2001
7:35 p.m. R. Dean Bunderson, applicant for the Arts Commission
7:45 p.m. Daniel S. Krebs, applicant for the Open Space Committee
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Thank you for your interest in serving the Town of San Anselmo and its citizens. For further information please contact Kay Coleman, 258-4676 1/98 TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO 525 San Anselmo Avenue, San Anselmo, CA 94960
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Thank you for your interest in serving the Town of San Anselmo and its citizens. For further information please contact Kay Coleman, 258-4676 1/98 TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO STAFF REPORT January 3, 2001
For the Meeting of Januaiy 9. 2001
TO: Town Council
FROM: Debra Stutsman, Town Clerk
SUBJECT: Appointments to Historical Commission and Arts Commission
RECOMMENDATION
That Council make appointments to the Historical Commission (4 seats) and the Arts Commission (1 seat).
BACKGROUND
Historical Commission The Historical Commission currently has seven vacancies, five of which were created by recent term expirations. Four applicants have been interviewed for the vacancies: Tamara Raskin and incumbents Jim Cowperthwaite, Susan Richards and Laurie Buntain. All four applications are attached.
Arts Commission The Arts Commission has five vacancies and one applicant, incumbent Rachel Stewart, has been interviewed. Her application is attached.
A status report of current openings is also attached.
Respectfully submitted,
Debra Stutsman, Town Clerk
I *' TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO 525 San Anselmo A venue, San Anselmo, CA 94960
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Thank you for your interest in serving the Town of San Anselmo and its citizens. For further information please contact Kay Coleman, 258-4676 1/98 Tamara L. Raskin 60 Hawthorne Avenue, San Anselmo, CA #(415) 258-9525 [email protected]
OBJECTIVE: Appointment to Historical Commission.
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS • Six years museum experience. • Three years background in cultural resource management. • Proven ability to create and coordinate complex projects. • Excellent research, writing, and editing skills. • Outstanding organizational skills and attention to detail.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Managing Projects • Managed three state-wide and regional Science Center programs simultaneously for a combined annual budget of over $130,000.00. Coordinated advisory panels and volunteers, supervised staff and worked directly with funding organizations. Organized advisory panel meetings for program evaluation following events. • Coordinated Natural History Museum's largest annual event, Open House, with over 3,500 people attending. Wrote, designed and produced all promotional material for this event, and coordinated the participation of several hundred volunteers and museum staff members. • Established a monthly drawing for museum memberships that dramatically increased the museum's promotional mailing list. Supervised contest operations and created all promotional materials for this project, including follow-up membership advertisements.
Raising Funds • Increased museum's membership by creating and coordinati1ig promotional materials including successful membership promotions, invitations and signage. • Tracked donors' annual-fund gift activity using fundraising software, reestablishing lapsed donors through personal correspondence and contact. • Arranged for donations of money and supplies from 14 companies for museum's annual Open House, expanding on previous events by arranging donations of entertainment by several multicultural performing groups.
- Continued on page two - PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE, Continued
Public and Volunteer Liaison • Initiated a targeted mailing list of over 200 educators to increase breadth of participation in Science Center's educational programming. • Organized and hosted museum events including parties, meetings, and tours. • Oversaw promotional efforts of museum volunteers by managing Information/ Membership desks, assigning volunteer responsibilities, coaching new volunteers, and acting as liaison between museum management and volunteers.
Writing and Research • Conducted research, made written contributions, and produced graphics for technical reports at two Cultural Resource Management firms, in satisfaction of state and federal requirements for historic and archaeological sites. • Researched and wrote museum copy for educational displays, activities, and promotions. • Wrote monthly column for Service Council newsletter (for Natural History Museum volunteers), updating volunteers on administrative developments within the museum. Edited and designed the quarterly Fellows newsletter for high-level museum donors.
Employment History 1997-1998 Secondary Programs Coordinator California Science Center 1994-1997 Archaeological Associate McKenna et al. I EIP Associates 1991-1993 Membership Associate Natural History Museum of L.A. County 1990-1991 Accounting Clerk Natural History Museum of L.A. County 1989-1990 Education Department Assistant Natural History Museum of L.A. County 1988-1989 Education Department Assistant California Museum of Science and Industry
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS American Association of Museums (AAM)
EDUCATION B.A., Anthropology, University of California at Los Angeles Graduate studies, University of California, Santa Barbara TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO 525 San Anselmo A venue, San Anselmo, CA 94960
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Number of years a resident of San Anselmo: __'-o_s- ___ In Marin: ------'1o Education Level achieved: -Graduate Degree (Major: ) .. ~College or University Degree (Major: '\?us ) _Some College _High School Diploma _Other (Explain: ) Names and phone numbers of San Anselmo residents who can be contacted for referral information about me: 1. ______'O \ ._._ c:f"~CWN \ _ 2.------·~\v"- ~lS,. 3. ______ - I would be able to regularly attend the meetings of this Board/ Commission/ Committee. - I would be available to attend additional meetings when they are necessary. - I am familiar with the responsibilities and functions of this Board/ Commission/ Committee. - I have attended meetings of this Board/Commission/ y Committee as a member of the public. List briefly, previous experience serving in public office, and/ or on civic commissions, J?oards, or committees: iq"~ ·"?,_. hQ.J tJ I).) 6 CoVV\ i'vtL Reasons for seeking this appointment: ·Ti-HtJK '"t CA-t-.J ll-t-ir ~ k- ~~ fe~oJ What are your qualifications for this appointment: Briefly, what do you consider to be the most important, one or two current issues facing this Board I Commission/ Committee? .---;;::' a 1 7 5 --\~ ~s·-ro~ ~ --r~ --r-ou.J~ ~ 1'~~·i-Jt,,. '?~PLe ~~F Ti.\~ ~s-ro'f --\~--r '~ JV1;.oc:..1rJG &:>..~rt: ;iJ ~ ,4-.... r~fYVO c:::;;;or-JE' 1;;.rc '...,.,...... ,,. I understand that I, and all other applicants, will be personally interviewed by the Town Council as part of the selection process for this appointment. T Date Other Boards, Commissions, Committees on which you would be interested in serving if not appointed to this seat? Do you wish to be considered again if you are not selected for this appointment? _____ (You may attach personal resumes or other information which you believe would be helpful to the Council in its selection process.) Thank you for your interest in serving the Town of San Anselmo and its citizens. For further information please contact Kay Coleman, 258-4676 1/98 TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO 525 San Anselmo A venue, San Anselmo, CA 94960 APPLICATION FOR APPOINTMENT TO A SAN ANSELMO BOARD I COMMISSION I COMMITTEE To: San Anselmo Town Council Date: ~ • \2-\ · ~ I wish to apply for an appointment to Name: SJ$3Jx\ fJ~s Home Address: \S- ~~ lJ.{ -S·~ Occupation:~ Employer's Address: __------ Home Phone:~.,z.n3 Work Phone: Fax: E-Mail:~~:!:!:~~t;l\.JI Number of years a resident of San Anselmo: 1$'~ In Marin: ~ Education Level achieved: --Graduate Degree (Major: ~) _l(...... College or University Degree (Major: ~Y __Some College _High School Diploma __Other (Explain: ) Names and phone numbers of San Anselmo residents who can be contacted for referral information about me: 1.clwJµ-ptdJiiWv ~ - ~6'3 ·5531 2, 12-ff= Jcnmt: - -1SZ ·$S$-f YES NO - I would be able to regularly attend the meetings of this P< Board/ Commission/ Committee. - I would be available to attend additional meetings when they are necessary. - I am familiar with the responsibilities and functions lJ of this Board/ Commission/ Committee. ~ - I have attended meetings of this Board/Commission/ ~ Committee as a member of the public. I understand that I, and all other applicants, e personally interviewed by the Town Council as part of the selection process for ppointment. Signature Date Other Boards, Commissions, Committees on which you would be interested in serving if not appointed to this seat? Do you wish to be considered again if you are not selected for this appointment? _____ (You may attach personal resumes or other information which you believe would be helpful to the Council in its selection process.) Thank you for your interest in serving the Town of San Anselmo and its citizens. For further information please contact Kay Coleman, 258-4676 1/98 TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO 525 San Anselmo A venue, San Anselmo, CA 94960 APPLICATION FOR APPOINTMENT TO A SAN ANSELMO BOARD I COMMISSION /COMMITTEE To: San Anselmo Town Council Date: / 0 / I J ()Q J ; I wish to apply for an appointment to a term/balance of term on the (~ AN~kl,ClO 1-h-5./T'Lf_,{ CAL C_/f,,Li;LA 1-':-J ~1{/}-,/ Board I Commission/ Committee Name://tr/LfE ?t+-.afoV HomeAddress:ql)' 6lff1a{) A£ '-S,,A. Occupation:P/Y;fjjDIAL kNf' Education Level achieved: -Graduate Degree (Major: ______) ~College or University Degree (Major: f\f7 .f-tt!YD?!J--y _Some College _High School Diploma _Other (Explain: ______) Names and phone numbers of San Anselmo residents who can be contacted for referral information about me: i. BAre.AC1A 1 Ci-ILJDIL ;:::;vvN~l 2. P,1 L-L ~Ck.-f-1 /\.JI 3. lvlMO.f /\NNE YES ~I would be able to regularly attend the meetings of this Board/ Commission/ Committee. 7 Li would be available to attend additional meetings when they are necessary. /-I am familiar with the responsibilities and functions of this Board I Commission/ Committee. /I have attended meetings of this Board/ Commission/ Committee as a member of the public. List briefly, previous experience serving in public office, and/ or on civic commissions, boards, or committees: . 'EA f-1 c a --- C-H-kJ L M '1)---1 Reasons. for seeking this appointment: ~ tJOI - . ~ {(_,"£ oP &N/JIV'LG f'o ~PA-ND ~C/JPE -r 1t~r 1-1 c/~ /1-1£ rH??TDLr..-/ c:Jr :5. .A" ~cJ v ffl- WL/L,,AJ> ciw,AL- Pzo ~Lis 1 uk7.AL- H1~/TOflJ~ it ~ILJtAL- Pt1b1-Ac;rnc~ .OF ~ .Av~0 rn~-ro~ 1>vi~1 P/\CilCUl,AL a-t~11:5 vN (~~~Lt) L) F+f7_-.n?~1-fic. J IL. . What a~e your qualifications for this appointm~nt: CtfJU,m/'11-cA-J / I ~ N['/t,-rl.E LPvte er-:- ;G1y Ctl/.. -iJ.AltJ...!J-ry' - --~ r11v~8_.{_,-[ c . £'t-.i'fl.-ft? .Yi ):1, f-A . /:: 1v o n-· cwt!£ {IF _<;/nJ A /\/,,5ttL)./t u rhf;/Tl, e._ y - ;lt2}CJ~ vr-- C/1}._,.{,L11~· ~ Pf1 1 1JL--l~'CD 'TV-tr:; L1t..J[; (_ ;qpqj Briefly, what do you consider to be the most important, one or two current issues facing this Board I Commission/Committee? f}-te:. CthCl~t 1 ~/;rt zI>-.J ~ ~ A l€Pcf'/Pil c~ tJf- ~ /\/ &- cN f? CF- 49tN A-N~A' o 1 s WJ-r tk._9PT ~L€f?:>, 7r{zs t~ CH.k'N~ Yvi'IH A 1Jl2,;LlMltA.J CF~~{'.A~; ~ r.;:;,A-ctV17-y ti r;?.~GfJ..Afarnc._ .'.'.'.5k~ ;tr V1'0eAlJL/0 'Tl>WN r,41tt ~@I ,I ~J e;6u::.t::; Signature Date Other Boards, Commissions, Committees on which you would be interested in serving if not appointed to this seat? Do you wish to be considered again if you are not selected for this appointment? )hf??, (You may attach personal resumes or other information which you believe would be helpful to the Council in its selection process.) Thank you for your interest in serving the Town of San Anselmo and its citizens. For further information please contact Kay Coleman, 258-4676 1/98 ~~~~~ 525 San Anselmo Avenue, San Anselmo, CA 94960 APPLICATION FOR APPOINTME TO A SAN ANSELMO BOARD COMMISSION C To: San Anselmo Town Council I wish to apply for an appointment to a term/balance of term on the SA-AG·~~· ·.· · . Boar~~ommittee Name: ~S°J.twa_+.f-: HomeAddress·1ffi-l3~h..s~~ l 1 Occupation: ~~ 4 Employer's Address: Home Phone: Work Phone: t{[email protected]: E-Mail: ______Number of years a resident of San Anselmo: Z-0 In Marin: t-D Education Level achieved: ~raduate Degree (Major: . ) ~ ~ollege or University Degree (Major: 2fQ: - ) ·· _Some College · _High School Diploma _Other (Explain: ) '1.aw..., ~cu.L-f:A;-/t.L:5+- n._,°'-'-1 a.-pp ~ 1cttt7 Names and phone ~~mbers of San Anselmo residents who can be contacted for referral information about me: - I would be able to regularly attend the meetings of this Board I Commission/ Committee. - I would be available to attend additional meetings when they are necessary. - I am familiar with the responsibilities and functions of this Board/ Commission/ Committee. - I have attended meetings of this Board/Commission/ Committee as a member of the public. ", . List briefly, previous experience serving in public office, and/ or on civic commissions, boards, or committees: Reasons for seeking this appointment: JTYllO~~ Vfi-L--fDS~on. -- aAA-L ~ h.LvtZ- ~ s~ What are your qualifications for this appointment: · ~oovL~. ~ °'--)1.,u ~ ~ l understand that I, and all other applicants, will be personally interviewed by the Town Council as part of the selection process for this appo· ent. Date Other Boards, Commissions, Committees on which you would be interested in serving if not appointed to this seat? Do you wish to be considered again if you are not selected for this appointment? _____ (You may attach personal resumes or other information which you believe would be helpful to the Council in its selection process.) Thank you for your interest in serving the Town of San Anselmo and its citizens. For further information please contact Kay Coleman, 258-4676 1/98 TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO BOARDS/COMMITTEES/COMMISSIONS STATUS REPORT As of 01/03/01 Board,Committee, Seats Vacant Applicants Waiting for Date Commission interview Interviewed (total seats) Arts Commission 6 *Rachel Stewart 12/12/00 9 seats R. Dean Bunderson ** Board of Review 1 5 seats Historical 6 *Jim Cowperthwaite 10/24/00 Commission *Susan Richards 12/12/00 14 seats Tamara Raskin 10/24/00 *Laurie Buntain 12/12/00 MeasureG 1 Monitoring Committee 7 seats Open Space 3 Peter Hom 12112/00 Committee Daniel Krebs ** 11 seats Tom McNeil ** Planning 2 Commission 7 seats Quality of Life 2 11 seats Volunteer 3 Advisory Board 7 seats Robson Board 1 4 seats * Incumbent ** Waiting for interview TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO TOWN COUNCIL STAFF REPORT For the meeting of January 9. 2001 TO: Town Council FROM: Pat Echols, Public Works Director Lisa Wight, Senior Planner SUBJECT: RESOLUTION ORDERING ABANDONMENT OF TWO PORTIONS OF UNNAMED PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY BETWEEN 10 AND 20 GREENFIELD A VENUE AND SMITH LANE, AND AT THE REAR OF 20 GREENFIELD A VENUE, OPPOSITE 13 SMITH LANE RECOMMENDATION That the Town Council adopt the attached resolution ordering abandonment of two portions of unnamed public right-of-way located between 10 and 20 Greenfield Avenue and Smith Lane, and at the rear of20 Greenfield Avenue opposite 13 Smith Lane. BACKGROUND In 1923 the Town received a grant deed to the portion of Smith Lane behind the subject property, together with two unnamed adjacent alleys. These alleys, although technically public rights-of-way, serve only as access to the adjacent parcels. It is no longer in the Town's best interests to maintain these alleys, particularly now that Mr. MacDonald owns the abutting parcels . • Staff has worked out a proposed exchange with Mr. MacDonald whereby the Town will convey the two alleys to him in return for a deed to the widened portion of Smith Lane. This will give Mr. MacDonald control over the alleys and relieve the Town of maintenance and liability. On January 20, 1999, the Council adopted a similar Resolution of Intent to Abandon for subject rights-of-way. At that time Mr. McDonald had not yet secured approval for a development application. The Resolution to actually abandon the rights-of-way was not adopted at the February 23, 1999 meeting because the Town Council decided to table the item until the development application was approved. On October 16, 2000, the Planning Commission approved a development application for 20 Greenfield Avenue, and the applicant is now before the Council requesting that the right of ways be 3 abandoned. Since it has been almost two years since the Resolution of Intent was adopted, staff felt the process should start over beginning with a new Resolution of Intent. The Town Council unanimously approved Resolution No. 3538 on November 14, 2000, confirming the intent to abandon the rights-of-way. The final step is for the Town Council to adopt the attached resolution ordering the vacation of the subject rights-of-way. Attachments: Resolution A/PMap Drawings (2) prepared by George Davison dated November 23, 1998 Adopted Town Council Resolution oflntent dated November 14, 2000 c: Ned MacDonald, applicant ' ' TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO 3538 TOWN COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO. . A RESOLUTION OF INTENT TO ABANDON PORTIONS OF UNNAMED PUBLIC RIGHTS-OF-WAY ADJACENT TO GREENFIELD AVENUE AND SMITH LANE WHEREAS, the Town Council of the Town of San Anselmo finds that the hereinafter described portions of public rights-of-way are not presently needed for any public use and no public use, therefore, will be required in the future; that said portions of rights-of-way are surplus to all present and prospective needs of the public, and such abandonment will not result in closure of any portions of Greenfield Avenue or Smith Lane now existing. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT: 1. Pursuant to the provision of Section 8300 et seq of the California Streets and Highways Code, the Town Council declares its intention to abandon and vacate the following described portions of unnamed public right of way adjacent to Greenfield Avenue and Smith Lane: Portions of lands described in the deed from August J. Lang, et ux, to the Town of San Anselmo, dated July 14, 1923 and recorded in Book 25 at Page 380 of Official Records of Marin County, more particularly described as follows: PARCEL A. Beginning at a point on the southerly line of Greenfield Avenue as the same is shown on that certain Map of Lincoln Park, San Anselmo, California, filed in the office of the County Recorder of Marin County, State of California, July 10, 1922, in Map Book 5 at page 16, said point being the intersection of the said southerly line of Greenfield Avenue and the easterly line of the Osgood Tract; running thence South 2°30' West 75 feet more or less to the northerly line of that certain tract conveyed by August J. Lang, et ux, to Tamalpais Community Associates Inc., a corporation, by deed recorded in Uber 17 of Official Records at Page 205, Records of Marin County; thence easterly along said northerly line South 87°30' East 15 feet; thence North 2°30' East a distance of 77.34 feet (75 feet more or less-deed) to the southerly line of Greenfield Avenue; thence along said southerly line of Greenfield Avenue a distance of 15.18 feet to the point of peginning. PARCEL B. Beginning at the northeasterly corner of that certain parcel of land conveyed by August J. Lang, et ux, to Tamalpais Community Associates, Inc., a corporation, by deed dated November 24, 1922, and recorded in Uber 17 of Official Records, Page 205, Marin County Records, which said comer is further described as being distant South 2°30' West 10 feet and South 87°30' East 204 feet from the southwesterly . ' ' corner of Lot No. 1 as shown on the map entitled "Map of Osgood Tract, San Anselmo, Cal." filed September 16, 1920 in Map Book 3 at Page 61, Marin County Records; running thence South 87°30' East 12.34 feet (10 feet more or less-deed) to the easterly line of Lot No. 114 as shown on the map entitled "Map of Lincoln Park, San Anselmo, Cal." filed July 10, 1922, in Map Book 5 at Page 16; Marin County Records; thence South 2°30' West along said easterly line 4.28 feet to the southerly line of Lot No. 114; thence along said southerly line South 80°30' West 12.61 feet to a point which bears South 2°30' West from the point of beginning; thence North 2°30' East 43.90 feet to the point of beginning. RESERVING THEREFROM easements for existing utilities satisfactory to the owners thereof. 2. Reference is made to the map on file in the office of the Town Engineer, which delineates the areas to be vacated. 3. A public hearing on the proposed vacation will be held at 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 12, 2000 in the Council Chamber, Town Hall, 525 San Anselmo Avenue, at which time and place all persons interested for or against said vacation will be heard. 4. This resolution shall be published once in full in the Ross Valley Reporter, a newspaper of general circulation published in the County of Marin, within fifteen days of its passage. 5. Copies of this resolution shall be posted conspicuously along the line of the portions of right of way proposed to be vacated at least ten (10) days before th~ date set for hearing. Said posting shall be at least three (3) in number and not more than three hundred (300) feet apart. I hereby certify that Resolution No. 3458 was duly passed and adopted at the regular meeting of the San Anselmo Town council held on the 14th day of November, 2000, by the following vote: AYES: Breen, Chignell, Kroot, Hodgens, Kilkus NOES: (None) ABSENT: (None) v ' TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO RESOLUTION NO. A RESOLUTION ORDERING THE VACATION OF TWO PORTIONS OF UNNAMED PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY BETWEEN 10 AND 20 GREENFIELD AVENUE AND SMITH LANE, AND AT THE REAR OF 20 GREENFIELD A VENUE, OPPOSITE 13 SMITH LANE WHEREAS, this Council heretofore adopted Resolution No. 3538 declaring its intention to vacate portions of unnamed street right-of-way adjacent to Greenfield Avenue and Smith Lane, and WHEREAS, Tuesday, the 9th day of January, 2001at8:00 P.M. in the Council Chambers of the Town Council, Town Hall, San Anselmo, California was fixed as the time and place for hearing, and WHEREAS, Notice of said hearing was given and in all respects said hearing was conducted in accordance with the law; NOW TI:IEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Town Council hereby finds and declares that said portions of right-of-way, as described below, are not necessary for present or future street purposes: Lying and being in the Town of San Anselmo, County of Marin, State of California, more particularly described as follows: Portions of lands described in the deed from August J Lang, et ux, to the Town of San Anselmo, dated July 14, 1923 and recorded in Book 25 at page 380 of Official Records of Marin County, more particularly described as follows: PARCEL A. Beginning at a point on the southerly line of Greenfield Avenue as the same is shown on that certain Map of Lincoln Park, San Anselmo, California, filed in the office of the County Recorder of Marin County, State of California July 10, 1922, in Map Book 5 at Page 16, said point being the intersection of the said southerly line of Greenfield Avenue and the easterly line of the Osgood Tract; running thence South 2° 30' West 75 feet more or less to the northerly line of that certain tract conveyed by August J. Lang, et ux, to Tamalpais Community Associates Inc., a corporation, by deed recorded in Liber 17 of Official Records at Page 205, Records of Marin County; thence easterly along said northerly line South 87° 30' East 15 feet; thence North 2° 30' East a distance of77.34 feet (75 feet more or less-deed) to the southerly line of Greenfield Avenue; thence along said southerly line of Greenfield Avenue a distance of 15 .18 feet to the point of beginning. PARCEL B. Beginning at the northeasterly comer of that certain parcel of land conveyed by August J. Lang, et ux, to Tamalpais Community Associates, Inc., a corporation, by deed dated November 24, 1922, and recorded in Liber 17 of Official Records, Page 205, Marin County Records, which said comer is further described as being distant South 2° 30' West 10 feet and South 87° 30' East 204 feet from the southwesterly comer of Lot No.1 as shown on map entitled "Map of Osgood Tract, San Anselmo, Cal." filed Sept. 16, 1910 in Map Book 3 at Page 61, Marin County Records; running thence South 87° 30' East 12.34 feet (10 feet more or less-deed) to the easterly line of Lot No.114 as shown on map entitled "Map of Lincoln Park, San Anselmo, Cal." filed July 10, 1922, in Map Book 5 at Page 16, Marin County Records; thence South 2° 30' West along said easterly line 41.28 feet to the southerly line of Lot No.114; thence al,:mg said southerly line South 80° 30' West 12.61 feet to a point which bears South 2 ° 30' West from the point of beginning; thence North 2° 30' East 43.90 feet to the point of beginning. RESERVING THEREFROM easements for existing utilities satisfactory to the owners thereof. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that said portions of right-of-way be hereby vacated. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Town Clerk is hereby directed to cause a certified copy of this order, attested by her under the seal of the Town of San Anselmo to be recorded in the Office of the County Recorder of the County of Marin. I hereby certify that the foregoing resolution was duly passed and adopted by the San Anselmo Town Council at a regular meeting thereof held on the 9th day of January 2001, by the following vote, to wit: AYES: NOES: .ABSENT: ATTEST: Town Clerk ''" RED HILL AVE. MIRACLE MILE. ~ GREENFIELD () AVE. )4 "' l 40 @·-:. ~ 5 ~ r;::;.. ~I~-----;--@-~ ,., ® ~ ~--.------~ r::;;\ ~ @" (.) ~ -;- -~-- - -(..;z)"' 'U ..,,. . ~ 8 "'--"' - "' - JO I ' q. ~ 39 14 U.83 I ' .., ' I •,.. J.2 .$87•£ !1 ' t ~ BANK ST. 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W ~ 77"~ ~ 1 V) ,1V87°3t/W SC.,84- • ,~ ~ -- -- ,,,I\\ ~0· = -- I ?.tJ.B. - s 87' $()'E i'tJ.1-rt' :::5 ~ : f11 l ff-/ 1 1 I s TOWN !JFS!ill·- I 'A/VJ~ L r ~ ... _( .I'/ I' {) SCALE: / J/:: 2()' I APPROVED BY: DATE: //-23-"78 I I REVISED !../J/Vf)· rtJ 8£ CtJ!v'tlEYE/J TIJ TtJWN - AD ...Tf-J C€NT rt.J .S)vJ/ Tfl L,,4A.l£ DRAWING NUMBER 8V. X 11 PRINTED ON NO. 1000H CLEARPRINT • T AMALPAIS UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT P.O. BOX 605, LARKSPUR, CA 94977- (415) 945-3737-FAX (415) 945-3766 Califomia Distinguished Schools: Tamalpais, Drake and Redwood High Schools March 14, 2000 LONG RANGE FACILITY To the Board of Trustees and the Community of the TUHSD: PLANNING COMMITTEE RON KUNTZ In Marin County we take great pride in our schools. They are the center of our Chair communities both for the services they provide to our youth and the educational PAT ABRAMS and recreational facilities they offer to the greater community. We generously Co-Chair support their programs through our parcel taxes arrd they haven't disappointed us: SUSAN SCHMIDT Tamalpais, Drake, and Redwood High Schools have all been recognized as Co-Chair California Distinguished Schools. JEANNE WOLTERING Co-Chair In contrast_ to the distinctions earned by our instructional program, our school SUE CHELINI facilities are ·distinguished by their age, inadequate electrical and plumbing WENDY DOHERTY systems, broken sewage and drainage pipes, aging heat and ventilation systems, RICH DUISENBERG BRIAN HENNESSEY and classroom spaces poorly configured for increasing enrollment and modern WHITNEY HOYT curriculums. The Tamalpais Union High School District has used its limited JULIE KENNEDY resources to provide the best possible maintenance of the schools, but there has JOSEPH KNIGHTEN been no major infusion of community funds for modernization in forty years. Our DAVE LEVENSON facilities no longer support the quality of educational programs our community SUSAN MAXWELL expects and our children deserve. MARCIE MILLER PAMELA MORTON The Tam District is unlike any other district in Marin County. It serves fourteen KATHY O'DONNELL separate communities in ten elementary districts with its three comprehensive DAVID REID high schools and two alternative schools. Enrollment has grown dramatically BRENT SCHULTZ from 2,800 students in 1992 to 3,530 today, with projections to 4,100 in five JIM SCOGGIN years. In recent years, graduation standards and course requirements have BOB YATES increased and there has been a major increase in the demand for lab science and EX-OFFICIO MEMBERS technology classes. Pool and athletic facilities are used by students and the community seven days a week, year-round. PATRICK GAYNOR BILL LEVIJ'lSON The majority of the buildings at our high schools were built during the Truman MICHELLE RONDON! and Eisenhower administrations. Tam High School's Wood Hall, which houses TECHNICAL SUPPORT classrooms, the library, and administrative offices, dates back to the. era of Theodore Roosevelt. Over the years, antiquated systems have been patched and DON TOMASI, AIA TLCD Architecture reconstructed to defer their costly replacement. We can't defer issues of safety, LORI RAINER! access, and cost-effective operation any longer. District Financial Advisor Every thirty to forty years our community is presented with the challenge and responsibility to repair, rebuild, and modernize schools for current and future generations. The Long Range Facilities Planning Committee recommends that the Tamalpais Union High School District now ask the community for its support of necessary major facility improvements. Respectfully submitted, The Long Range Facilities Planning Committee Preparing today's students/or tomorrow's world. lf. 'v ' Common Questions & Answers: TAMALPAIS UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT BOND ELECTION Revised 12/18/00 1. Q How was it determined that the Tamalpais High School District's schools needed major renovation? A In 1998, the Tamalpais Union High School District (TUHSD) established a Long Range Facilities Planning Committee to review and update the 1994 District Facilities Audit and Master Plan, to develop facility standards to guide the development of specific recommendations for each facility, and to make recommendations regarding upgrading facilities to assure their continued use for the next several decades. 2. Q Why weren't the buildings kept in better shape? Isn't this the responsibility ofthe school district? A All of the District's high schools have been well maintained but ongoing maintenance such as repairs made to roofs, walls, floors and ceilings does not address the major infrastrncture needs of these aging high schools. As a general rule, high schools need major repairs and modernization every 30 to 40 years. The District schools are more than 40 years old and some of the buildings at Tamalpais High School are more than 90 years old. No bond issues or other funding for major upgrades or modernization have been approved since 1961. The school facilities are plagued with antiquated and inadequate electrical and plumbing systems, damaged sewage and drainage pipes, and aging heating and ventilation systems. The District's classrooms are no longer adequate to accommodate increasing enrollment and the demands of today's instructional programs. 3. Q How does a bond levy differ from the parcel tax I am now paying? I thought high school building upgrades, maintenance and repairs were paidfor by parcel tax revenues? A A parcel tax is used to support the day-to-day operational costs of the district, including class size reduction, instructional materials, and normal maintenance and repairs. In 1997 District voters approved an eight-year extension to a preexisting parcel tax. District property owners* currently pay $160 per year. There is an annual increment of five percent and the parcel tax expires in 2005. A bond levy is used to support modernization, major infrastrncture repairs, seismic upgrades and other capital improvements. Proceeds from a bond levy may not be used for operational purposes. *Property owners 65 and older may seek an exemption from paying the parcel tax. Please call ( 415) 945-3 709 for more information about the senior exemption. 4. Q When was the last bond levy for the District high schools? l[ow much was it and what projects did it pay for? A The last bond levy was passed by the voters on June 6, 1961 and was for $3 million. It was a 25 year levy that paid for various projects including the remodel of Woodruff Hall at Tam High School. 5. Q Are there other bond issues that have been recently approved for community schools? A Almost all of the elementary and middle school districts that feed into the District have approved bond measures to modernize and repair their schools.* The proposed bond for the high school district is an important opportunity to complete the modernization of our community's schools. *Bolinas-Stinson, Kentfield,Lagunitas, Larkspur, Mill Valley, Nicasio and Ross Valley elementary school districts have passed bond measures during the last several years. Reed School District is currently planning a bond measure and the Ross School District modernized its school through private donations. In addition, Shoreline, Dixie, San Rafael High Schools and Elementary Districts have recently approved facility bond measures. Novato School District is planning a bond measure. 6. Q How much is the bond? How much will it increase my property taxes? How many years will I have to pay this tax? A The bond measure is $121 million. • A $121 million bond levy translates to a projected average tax rate of $32.80* per year per $100,000 of assessed property valuation. The best estimate of the highest tax rate is $50.30 per $100,000 of assessed valuation in the year 2005-06. A homeowner with a home of an assessed value of$400,000 would pay, on the average, an additional $131.20 per year in property taxes during the next 29 years. Reminder: The assessed value of your home may be substantially less than the appraised value or market value of your home. The longer you have owned your home the more likely the assessed value is lower than the appraised value. Your annual property tax bill shows the assessed value of your home. *Please note: This projection is based on a conservative estimate of future District property tax base growth of three percent per year. If the tax base growth exceeds three percent, the average rate would be less than $32.80 per $100,000 of assessed valuation. Contact Bill Levinson, the District Superintendent, at 945-3720 if you have additional questions. (fax: 945-3719 -- email: [email protected]) 7. Q Will senior citizens be exempt from paying this tax? A No. There is no option to exempt seniors with a general obligation bond. This is dictated by the state constitution. However, many senior citizens who own property in the community are long-time residents whose assessment will be relatively low. Although there is no exemption for senior citizens, there is a property tax assistance program that provides reimbursement for part of the property taxes on the homes of persons with a total household income of $13,000 or less, who are either 62 or older, blind or disabled. In addition, there is a property tax postponement program for qualified persons who are 62 or older, blind or disabled with a household income of $33,993 or less. For more information about these programs, please visit the county's treasurer/tax collector's website, www.marin.org/mc/taxes. 8. Q When is the election? A The measure is currently scheduled to be on the March 6, 2001 ballot. 9. Q Who will pay for the cost ofthe March 6 election? A The funds will come from special reserve fund that has been set aside by the Board of Trustees for this purpose. This election will have no impact on the general fund or operational programs for students .. The District may not use funds to support the passage of the bond - these funds must come from the community through campaign contributions. 10. Q Why did the District choose to place a bond measure on the ballot under current law that requires 67 percent voter approval rather than 55 percent with the new provisions of Proposition 39 that was passed by the voters on November 7, 2000 and goes into effect January 1, 2001? A There is a risk that some, or all, of the ambiguous provisions of Proposition 39 will face legal challenges. It is possible legal challenges will not be resolved by the courts in time for the November 2001 election. In addition, some state taxpayers' associations have discussed placing an initiative on either the November 2001 or March 2002 ballot to rescind Proposition 39. The District does not want to risk passing a facilities bond that may ultimately be overturned by the courts. Under Proposition 39, the District would need to use capital appreciation bonds rather than general obligation bonds. Capital appreciation bonds are more expensive than general obligation bonds and could cost taxpayers $30 million to $40 million more in overall interest costs during the life of the bonds. General obligation bonds are the most financially efficient bonds because the debt is paid down sooner. Also under Proposition 39, the next general election is scheduled for November 6, 2001. If the vote on the bond measure is delayed until then it will cost taxpayers $4 million due to inflationary costs of the bond projects. Consequently, the total amount of the bond measure would increase from $121 million to $125million. 11. Q Are District general revenue funds used to pay for this project? Would that be cheaper . than paying interest on a bond? A General revenue funds are used for ongoing maintenance such as repairs made to roofs, walls, floors and ceilings and will not support a project of this magnitude. 12. Q How much is the state contributing to this project? A The District is eligible for approximately $14 million in matching funds from the state once the bond is passed. Currently the state does not have funding available for our modernization program because the funds previously approved by voters already have been allocated. It is very likely a new state bond measure will be on the ballot within the next two years and, if passed, funding will be available to the District. 13. Q Doesn't the school district get money from the state or federal government to pay for the upkeep ofschool buildings? A The Tamalpais Union High School District is a "Basic Aid" district with most annual funding based on the District's share of local property tax revenues and funds from the voter-approved parcel tax. The state provides approximately $100,000 annually in matching funds for deferred maintenance. This money is used for repairs such as re roofing, painting, floor coverings and paving. The federal government does not provide funds for maintenance or modernization of the District's facilities. 14. Q Lastsummer Governor Davis approved new spending/or public schools, including $1.8 billion in "no-strings" funding. Could these funds help pay for the repair and modernization of the facilities? A Our District does not receive this funding because we are a "Basic Aid" district (see question #13). 15. Q Does the California Lottery money pay for facility improvements? A Lottery money is restricted to funding day-to-day operations and contributes approximately one percent of the District's $33 million annual budget. These funds are used to support instructional programs and materials. 16. Q What are the improvements that will be made to the schools? A The Long Range Facility Planning Committee has made the following recommendations: • All facilities should be renovated to address structural, seismic and safety issues. • Building materials and systems for all facilities should be repaired and/or replaced so that school facilities can be cost-effectively maintained, and energy and utility costs reduced. • Classrooms should be upgraded to accommodate current and future curriculum and education technology. • Classroom spaces that are too small to accommodate an entire class should be eliminated or be used for other purposes. • Facilities should be reorganized, including finding better uses for underutilized spaces and splitting exceptionally large spaces into multiple classrooms, to accommodate projected growth for the next 10 years. This reorganization should reduce the number of new classrooms to be constructed. • Where necessary, new classrooms should be constructed to accommodate growth. • Teacher preparation rooms should be provided at Tamalpais, Drake, and Redwood high schools to allow classrooms (except science rooms) to be used for six or seven periods a day, thereby maximizing the use of existing facilities. • All facilities should be remodeled for disabled access and to achieve gender equity. For a full school-by-school report please see the Facilities Master Plan which is posted on the District's website -http://tuhsd.marin.k12.ca.us/facilities. 17. Q After the project is completed will the high schools meet seismic standards? A Yes, the high schools will meet the rigorous standards of the Division of the State Architect. Construction cannot proceed until the state grants approval. 18. Q Do the high school buildings contain asbestos? A Yes. The asbestos will be abated and removed in the appropriate ways to conform with all legal and safety requirements. 19. Q Will the renovation work solve the flooding problem in the parking lots at Redwood? A The existing parking lots will be regraded and reengineered with new drainage installed. Because Doherty Drive is city property, flooding and maintenance issues of Doherty Drive are the responsibility of the City of Larkspur. 20. Q Are all ofthe recommended projects really necessary? Could money be saved by only attending to the most pressing problems? A The Facility Planning Committee has recommended only tho~e improvements and repairs that are necessary to comply with common district-wide standards. With a project of this magnitude it is much more cost effective and efficient to do the work all at once rather than piecemeal. · 21. Q Why is it necessary to raze and rebuild Keyser Hall at Tam High? A The Committee explored the feasibility of reconfiguring Lower Keyser Hall, but found that costs would be excessive, and the configuration would result in significantly fewer classrooms, requiring the construction of other classrooms elsewhere on campus. The most cost-effective option is to raze and reconstruct it. Keyser Hall will be reconstructed in an architectural style that is consistent with the original building and other buildings on campus. 22. Q Ifsome ofthe buildings at Tam are nearly 100 years old, are there historic landmark issues that need to be addressed? A There are no historic landmark issues involved in the repair and modernization of these facilities. The outward physical appearance and character of these facilities will remain the same. 23. Q Will any new facilities be built? A Yes: A covered eating area will be rebuilt at Drake replacing a covered eating area that burned down in 1979 and was never rebuilt. Now, Drake students must eat lunch in the hallways. Both Tam and Redwood have indoor eating areas. A theater will be built at Tamalpais High School to house Tam's award winning drama program. Tam does not have a theater that is comparable to the theaters that currently exist at Drake and Redwood and its performing arts program is currently using a converted. stage in back of the girls' gym. Small field houses (to store equipment and to provide room for changing into athletic uniforms) will be built for women at Tam and Drake. Currently, only Redwood has such a facility. 24. Q Will more science classroom space be provided? A Yes: • Two new science classrooms will be constructed at Tam. • One new science lab will be constructed at Drake and an existing classroom will be converted to a science lab. • Four existing classrooms will be converted to two new science labs at Redwood. 25. Q Is the District expanding alternative school program space? · A Both San Andreas and Tamiscal High Schools share a very cramped site. Tamiscal High School will move to 305 Doherty into buildings currently used for community education or leased to private organizations. San Andreas High School will remain at its current location, and will expand into the facilities vacated by Tamiscal High School. Both high school sites will be brought up to facility standards. 26. Q What will happen to the District's administrative office? A The high school district office, currently at Redwood, will move back to its original site, which is currently leased to a private organization, at 375 Doherty Drive in Larkspur. Redwood's enrollment has increased by almost 400 students since the District office moved there in 1992. The relocation of the district office will free six classrooms at Redwood and allow for the expansion of the school's cafeteria. 27. Q If enrollment has dropped from its previous District peak in the '70s, why is more space needed? A The schools were very crowded during this peak enrollment period and required the use of portables that have since been removed because they were unsafe and did not meet earthquake standards. In addition, students were on overlapping schedules to accommodate the increased enrollment. Today's instructional programs have required the District to convert classroom space to computer labs and counseling facilities. More classrooms are needed due to more rigorous District and state graduation requirements, a mandatory seven period day for students, and an increase in special education classes. 28. Q How long will it take for the work to get started? A It is projected that it will take nearly two years to complete the planning, architectural design and site review and to acquire the necessary approvals. Assuming a March 2001 election, actual construction is projected to begin in 2003 and be completed by 2007. A detailed, and more precise, timeline will be completed during the planning phase. 29. Q How many years will a project ofthis magnitude last? Will it be disruptive to the students' education? A It is anticipated that the planning/construction process will last four to six years. Tentatively, each campus facility will be renovated during a two-year period, and divided into four phases of approximately six months duration each. Twenty-five percent of classrooms will be relocated to portables during each six-month phase of construction. The construction at each facility will begin in consecutive years thus assuring that no more than two projects will be active at any given time. In addition, the architects will work closely with the site committees to plan the projects and phasing to coordinate the most disruptive construction projects with semester, holiday and summer breaks. There also will be an education process at each school facility so that staff, parents, students and other members of the community will be kept apprised of the project's progress. · These arrangements and procedures will allow all facilities to be modernized within a relatively short time span and minimize the impact on the instructional program for students and staff. 30. Q Why will it take longer for construction to be completed than it did for the elementary schools? A The high schools are much larger and require more complex repair and modernization than the elementary schools as high schools have science labs, gyms, locker rooms, and extensive athletic fields. 31. Q Why can't the work be done at each site simultaneously? A The administration, contracts, logistics and planning for a project of this magnitude are extremely staff and time intensive. While some projects may overlap, others will take longer due to the size and configuration of each school site. 32. Q Would it be cheaper to build new high schools? A No, the Long Range Facility Planning Committee considered the cost of building new high schools and the estimated cost to demolish and build three new high schools is approximately $200 million, exceeding the projected cost to modernize the District's schools. · 33. Q Would it be cheaper to close and consolidate some ofthe schools? A This option was explored in 1980 and was not found acceptable to the community due to tremendous traffic, parking and dislocation problems. These conditions would be even more problematic today as evidenced by the recent community opposition to the proposed merger of San Rafael and Terra Linda high schools. In addition, current enrollment projections do not support this option. 34. Q How were the facilities standards determined? Is it fair that one school will receive a greater allocation oftotal funds than the other schools? A In 1994, a detailed review and analysis of all facilities was conducted by architects, technology consultants and structural, mechanical, electrical and civil engineers. This audit resulted in the District Facilities Audit and Master Plan. In 1998, the Long Range Facility Planning Committee, comprised of architects, engineers, parents, teachers, students, community members and District staff, reviewed, confirmed, revised, updated, set standards and reprioritized the Master Plan. The comprehensive recommendation of the Long Range Facility Planning Committee is to is to bring all district facilities up to a single, uniform standard of excellence to support the District's acclaimed instructional program and allow all facilities to be utilized functionally and cost-effectively well into the 21st century. All facilities need at least some level of renovation to meet these standards and some facilities will require more extensive renovation than others dependent upon the facility's age, condition, square footage,* original materials, topography of the campus and size of the student population. *As a point of reference: • Tamalpais is 191,000 square feet • Drake is 150, 000 square feet • Redwood is 212,000 square feet 35. Q Which school will be first in line for modernization? A This has not yet been decided and will not be known until the project management team has been retained and more is determined about the construction process at each site. 36. Q How can I be sure the money will be spent on the recommended projects? Who will oversee the work to assure that budget and timelines are met? A State statute requires that all bond proceeds must be spent on capital facilities. The Board of Trustees will ensure the integrity of the Facilities Master Plan is maintained by establishing a Citizen's Oversight Committee for the District and site-based committees for each school site. The Oversight Committee will include at least the following: a representative from the community, a representative from each school site committee, a representative from the District's Board of Trustees, a representative of a taxpayer's group and a representative from a senior citizen's organization. The Committee will meet on a regular basis and will implement an annual performance audit to ensure that funds have been expended only on the specific projects authorized by the bond measure. In addition, an annual financial audit of the proceeds from the sale of bonds will be conducted until all bond proceeds have been expended. 3 7. Q How will detailed plans for the schools be developed? A A Site Committee, appointed by the Board of Trustees, and comprised of representatives from the community and the school will be established at each campus (a subcommittee of Redwood's site committee will be established at San Andreas and Tamiscal high schools). The community-based site committees will oversee.projects at each campus and work interactively with architect throughout the design and construction process . . The Board of Trustees will notify the high school community once an application and selection process has been established. All site committee meetings will be publicly noticed and open to the public. 38. Q How can I be assured the District will manage the funds well, given the deficit in the general fund in 1997-1998? A The Districthas implemented new budget-monitoring procedures and all 14 recommendations made by an external auditing entity were fully followed and are now in place. The District has had a balanced budget for the last two years and has received a letter of clearance from an external audit agency. 39. Q How can I be assured there will be enough money to complete the work at the final modernization site? A The Facilities Master Plan Committee concluded that $121 million dollars in bond funds would be required to complete the modernization projects. The total construction costs were based on detailed information gathered by architects and engineers in the 1994 Facilities Audit and Master Plan. Adjustments for inflation, interest, cost of the bond issuance and a contingency also have been included in the projected cost of the projects as indicated in the Master Plan. These 1994 costs were adjusted for inflation for the current year 2000 cost and an inflation index and contingency were added. A professional construction-cost estimator was retained and confirmed the validity of the cost estimates from the original report. 40. Q If the project comes in under budget what will happen to the leftover bondfands? · A Bonds only will be issued to the extent they are needed to complete the facility plan. If the facility plan comes in under budget fewer bonds will be issued. 41. Q What happens if District enrollment declines? A Enrollment projections were very carefully determined but, ifthere is a clear downward shift in enrollment during the construction planning phase, adjustments will be made resulting in the sale of fewer bonds. 42. Q Why can't individual bonds be issued for each high school? A The Tamalpais Union High School District is one legal entity that has been unified since 1954, serving 14 local communities, 10 elementary districts and one community-based program. The District has an open-enrollment policy that allows students to attend the high school of their choice. . 43. Q When the work is completed, will members ofthe local communities be able to use the facilities for purposes other than community and adult education? A Yes, currently community members of all ages enjoy the use of the school's gyms, pools, fields, tennis courts and other recreational facilities. These facilities will continue to be made available to the public seven days a week. 44. Q How will this bond impact people who don't have children in school? A High schools are the center of our communities. Members of our communities participate in adult education courses provided by the high schools and enjoy the use of the district's athletic fields and facilities seven days a week. In addition, the entire community benefits from the higher property values that result from the excellent reputation of strong community schools. 45. Q Can I see the Resolutions passed by the Board of Trustees calling for the bond election? A Yes. Resolutions 10 and 11 and the Tax Rate Statement can be found on the website - http://tuhsd.marin.kl2.ca.us/facilities. 46. Q Is there a high school that has been modernized recently that is close enough to visit? A Yes, Montgomery High School in Santa Rosa. 1250 Rahman Drive Santa Rosa, CA 95405 (707) 528-5191 . 47. Q What happens if the bond measure does not pass? A Repair and modernization of the District's aging high schools are absolutely necessary; the schools will only deteriorate more and the problem will get worse over time. The District will need to bring this issue back to the voters. 48. Q How do I get more information? A The Office of the High School District's Superintendent Bill Levinson [email protected]. us 395 Doherty Drive Larkspur, CA 94939 (415) 945-3720 You also can visit the District's facilities website at http://tuhsd.marin.kl2.ca.us/facilities 49. Q Can I tour the schools? A Yes, The District will schedule tours in February and encourages you to take a tour ofthe facilities and attend Board ofTrustees meetings. Please call the district office at 945- 3720, or visit its website, for dates, times and locations. Achieving Excellence 50. Q How well do our schools perform? A Tam District schools are noted for their excellent programs and successful students. The District believes that "excellence" is based on a well-rounded program of strong academics, fine arts, activities, and athletics backed by student support services. • Drake, Redwood, and Tamalpais High Schools have all earned California Distinguished School status. • Drake, Redwood, and T amalpais have all earned Leadership School status in the Bay Area School Reform Collaborative (BASRC) in recognition of their progress in school improvement. The District is recognized as a Leadership District. With these achievements has come over $1,000;000 in additional funding to support the schools' improvement efforts. • All five schools earned full six year accreditation from the Western Association of Schools and Colleges - the maximum term possible. • Drake High School has been named a New American High School-only 30 high schools nationwide, and 3 in California, have earned this recognition since 1996. • The District is a member of the Education Task Force (ETF), a partnership with its ten elementary districts and College of Marin. This partnership has worked for over 20 years to achieve articulation and collaboration K-14 resulting in stronger instructional programs which contribute to higher student achievement across all schools in Southern Marin. ETF has secured over $2,000,000 in funding since 1988 to support curriculum, staff development, and assessment. • About 85% of the graduates districtwide go directly to two- or four-year colleges and universities. • The districtwide graduation rate, including alternative education, has been above 90% for at least five years. • SAT I Verbal and Math scores are consistently above state and national mean scores. In 1999, the Verbal was 558 compared to 497 and 505 for the state and nation. The Math score was 5 72 compared to 518 and 514 for the state and nation. • Since 1996, the number of Advanced Placement tests taken has doubled, with 668 tests taken in 1999. 81 % of these received scores of 3 or better (compared to 66% for California, and 64% globally). Every academic department offers one or more AP courses. • California state API scores for Drake, Redwood, and Tamalpais were 816, 828, and 770. Both Drake and Redwood met their growth targets and earned cash awards from the state of about $150/student. • Nearly 58% of the June 2000 graduates met the rigorous requirements for entrance into UC/CSU, an increase of 12% since 1996. • College acceptance rates have been above 94% for the past three years. • Last year, 2016 students participated in 34 sports, with both boys and girls having a full year's calendar of sports. • Drake, Tam, and Redwood each have award-winning student-run theatre companies which bring guest artists to enhance four-year sequential Drama programs. • Every school has a full range of visual arts courses. • The Music program is growing after years of decline. New courses in choral music, music technology, and world music are being added to the well established orchestra, jazz, and symphonic groups. • Student Leadership classes provide students an opportunity to direct their own activities. Each school has a rich array of clubs and extra curricular activities ranging from dance troups to mock trial teams. There is something for every student! • Tamalpais, Drake, and Redwood all have award-winning Journalism programs. Tam's journalism staff traveled to Cuba last spring and produced a professional quality documentary magazine. • The District provides school counselors at every school, supported by additional staff · from community-based agencies who specialize in drug/alcohol and personal counseling. Peer Resource students add a student to student dimension to the support system. Schools have implemented a variety of student/parent support groups to address such issues as body image, eating disorders, dealing with divorce, gender identity, and other teen concerns. Academic support is provided through specialized support classes, independent study, tutorial/office hour periods, and supplemental workshops and tutoring in support of graduation requirements. Homeroom and advisory groups provide every student with a sustained relationship with an adult in a small group setting. • < '\ , . FACILITY NEEDS ANALYSIS - . SIR FRANCIS DRAKE IDGH SCHOOL 1327 Sir Francis Drake Blvd., San Anselmo Sir Francis Drake High School was first opened in 1951. All facilities at this campus are in need of basic repair and renovation in order to meet the facility standards developed by the Long Range Facility Planning . Committee. The site and buildings are generally accessible to disabled people. The electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems need to . be replaced. The entrance to the main parking lot needs to be reconfigured to allow for more efficient and safer traffic flow. All steel framed window walls on north side of classroom· wings needs to be replaced; moisture from these walls ruins supplies, and the window frames are rusting. The Print Shop will be relocated to the Corporation Yard in order to allow more classroom space: I ~ I l i I i Ii, i l ..: . ~ l Rusting steel framed window wall. This situation is typical throughout most of the school. Bookshelves behind the window wall are unusable due to water . leakage and condensation 16 FACILITY NEEDS ANALYSIS ·SIR FRANCIS DRAKE HIGH SCHOOL A. Building Integrity: 1. Renovate classrooms, labs, shops, and studios to conform with facility standards.1 $2,088,000 2. Repair or replace as needed all deteriorated building exteriors, doors, and windows including dry rot, throughout campus. $1,192,000 3. Paint exterior of all buildings .. $180,000 4. Replace existing lockers with new lockers. $666,000 5. Renovate gymnasium (including bleachers), locker rooms, shower rooms, and swimming pools. $1,301,000 B. Mechanical, Plumbing and Electrical Systems: 1. Replace inefficient mechanical, plumbing, and electrical systems $5,414,000 2. Upgrade site lighting at building entrances, walkways, and parking lot. $105,000 3. Renovate existing restrooms to meet current building codes. $666,000 C. Structural Safety: 1. Upgrade structural systems and seismic bracing. $956,000 D. Safety: 1. Replace existing fire alarm system with new system that meets current safety code requirements. $504,000 E. Accessibility: 1. Provide new van-accessible disabled parking stalls, remove barriers to disabled people along existing paths of travel, and provide access to facilities. $173,000 F. Educational Technology: 1. Technological upgrades to library, classrooms, and office space. $577,000 G. Instructional Facilities: 1. Construct one additional new science lab; convert one existing classroom to a science lab; convert one classroom to a special education classroom. 2 $380,070 2. Renovate current print shop location into new classroom space $449,000 (converting to 4 classrooms). 3. Construct girls' team room at west side of gym.3 $216,000 4. Resurface existing hardcourt play areas. $190,000 5. Completely restore athletic fields. Regrade and correct drainage problems and install new irrigation and sod. $2,900,000 1 See Appendix I: Cost Disparity Among School Sites 2 See Appendix I: Cost Disparity Among School sites 3 See Appendix D: Gender Equity 17 H. Food Service: · 1. Renovate existing kitchen and food service area; replace covered lunch area next to existing kitchen. 4 $972,000 I. Paving and Drainage: 1. Repair and/or reconfigure parking lot, walkways and drainage throughout campus. $2,321,000 J. Other: 1. Relocate District print shop to available space in corporation yard to free up $216,000 additional classroom space. SIR FRANCIS DRAKE TOTAL COST: $21,105,000 4 Covered lunch area burned down in 1979. 18 SAN ANSELMO POLICE DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT For the Meeting of January 9, 2001 To: Town Council From: Overnight Parking Task Force Subject: Task Force Conclusions and Report Date: December 5, 2000 RECOMMENDATIONS The following are the recommendations of the Overnight Parking Task Force: 1. That the curre~t overnight parking ordinance (3-5.1201) be amended, changing (c) from "The Town clerk shall issue" to "The Chief of Police shall issue" as it refers to the issuance of hardship parking permits. 2. That the Police Department continue applying its current reasonable process to the issuance of hardship permits with the understanding that simple inconvenience not be considered a hardship under the ordinance. 3. That the Police Department continue enforcing the overnight parking ordinance through a fair process that randomly covers every street in San Anselmo several times a year as time permits. 4. That the Police Department maintain its enforcement of the 12-foot clearance ordinance. 5. That the Police Department continue to respond promptly to citizen complaints regarding the overnight parking ordinance and issue citations per standard police procedures. 6. That Council disband the Overnight Parking Task Force and, if necessary, reinstate it after monitoring the issue for a period of 6 months. BACKGROUND On January 21, 195 8 the Town Council enacted section 88 of ordinance 452 of the San Anselmo Municipal Code to prohibit parking in excess of thirty (30) minutes between the hours of 2:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m. on all Town maintained streets. In 1983, Council amended the ordinance, now known as 3-5.1207, to allow for the issuance of parking permits on a hardship basis as well as guest permits. California Vehicle Code section 22507.5 authorizes local authorities to enact such an ordinance as well as exemptions to the ordinance. California Vehicle Code also allows the Town to apply exemptions on a street by street basis. There is no requirement that every street be treated the same. The actual present ordinance is as follows: 3-5.1207 All-night parking prohibited without permit. No person shall stop, stand, or park a vehicle on any street for a period of time longer thai1 thirty (30) minutes between the hours of 2:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m. of any day, unless a valid current overnight street parking permit has been issued and is affixed to the vehicle. A permit shall be issued under subsection (a), (b ), or ( c) of this section upon an application and fee payment provided no other law would be violated by parking so permitted. SAN ANSELMO POLICE DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT {a) Gttest parking. The Chief of Police shall issue a permit for overnight guest parking, for not to exceed seven (7) days, upon an application by a resident showing the name of the guest, the vehicle description and license number, and the address of the applicant. (b) Disabled vehicles. The Chief of Police shall issue a permit, for one night only, upon an application by a resident showing the vehicle description and license number, the address near which the vehicle is parked, and the reason why the vehicle cannot be driven. (c) Hardships. The Town Clerk shall issue a permit for overnight street parking, for a period of one or more months, not to exceed twelve (12) months, upon the verification of an application by a resident showing: (1) The vehicle description and license number; (2). The address of the applicant; (3) That the vehicle is needed regularly and the need cannot be met by other means of transport or by parking the vehicle remotely; ( 4) That no off-street parking space is available for the vehicle on the premises occupied by the resident; (5) That garage or other parking space has not been conve1ted to or placed in other use without Town permission; and . (6) That another vehicle regularly parked on the premises cannot be displaced without equivalent hardship. ( d) Permit fees. Overnight street parking fees shall be determined by the Council by resolution.(§ 88, Ord. 452, as amended by Ord. 834, eff. January 13, 1983) ISSUES AND ANALYSIS Intent of Ordinance: Although the intent of the ordinance is not specifically stated, discussions with long-time residents and councilmembers from the 1950's indicate that they believe the ordinance was driven by a concern for public safety. A byproduct of the ordinance has been to enhance the aesthetics of the Town by preventing vehicles, especially boats, trailers, truck.s, and junk cars, from being left on the streets for long periods. The parking ordinance is perceived as related to public safety, but public safety is guaranteed by Ordinance 3-5.1014, which takes precedence over other parking regulations. The ordinance states in full: 3-5.1014 Clearance from parked vehicles. Every vehicle parked on a Town Street shall be so parked as to leave a space of at least twelve (12) feet of unimpaired roadway to the side of the parked vehicle exposed to traffic for an unimpaired distance of twelve (12')feet to the front and twelve (12') feet to the rear of such space. This restriction is to maintain a minimal clearance on narrow roadways for emergency vehicles. (§ 70, Ord. 452, as amended by§ 1, Ord. 515, eff. May 25, 1965, and§ 1, Ord. 802, eff. June 11, 1981) SAN ANSELMO POLICE DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT Emergency Vehicles: Emergency access is as important during the day as it is at night. Ordinance 3-5.1014 above is the governing law applicable to this public safety issue. The 12-foot clearance ordinance should be clearly explained to those receiving either hardship or guest overnight parking permits. A car found violating the 12' clearance ordinance, whether issued a guest or hardship permit, may be ticketed and/or towed, day or night. Abandoned Vehicles: Abandoned vehicles are also not the primary target of the overnight parking ordinance but the ordinance is helpful in identifying abandoned vehicles. The relevant law is Ordinance 3-5.10006 given below: J-5. I 0006 Use of streets for storage of vehicles prohibited 1) No person who owns or has possession, custody, or control of any vehicle shall park such vehicle upon any street or alley for more than a consecutive period of seventy-two (72) hours. 2) In the event a vehicle is parked or left standing upon a street in excess of a consecutive period of seventy-two (72) hours, any member of the Police Department authorized by the Chief of Police may remove such vehicle from the street in the manner and subject to the requirements of the Vehicle Code of the State. 3) No person shall store, leave, or abandon any licensed or unlicensed vehicle or vehicle parts which are wrecked, junked, dismantled, or inoperative upon any public or private real property within the City for a period of time in excess of seventy-two (72) hours unless: (l) The same is completely enclosed within a building; or (2) The same is in connection with a business enterprise lawfully situated, licensed, and operated upon the same premises. 4) No person in charge or control of any real property within the City, whether as owner, tenant, occupant, lessee, or otherwise, shall cause or allow any partially dismantled, non operating, wrecked, junked, or discarded licensed or unlicensed vehicle or vehicle parts to remain on such property longer than seventy-two (72) hours; provided, however, the provisions of this subsection shall not apply to the following circumstances: (l) With regard to vehicles or vehicle parts in an enclosed building, or (2) With regard to vehicles or vehicle parts on the same premises as a business enterprise operated in a lawful place and manner when necessary for the operation of such business enterprise. (§ 62, Ord. 452, as amended by§ 1, Ord. 527, eff. March 23, 1966) SAN ANSELMO POLICE DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT Police Enforcement: The Police Department provides enforcement of the overnight parking ordinance through a random check process as time allows and based on citizen complaints. Officers assigned to the night shift respond to and cite areas where citizens request enforcement. These same officers patrol and enforce the ordinance ii1 different neighborhoods each night when time allows. The proper enforcement of the ordinance can be time consuming because of the thirty (30) minute limit on parking. Officers must check a neighborhood and return later to issue the citations. In calendar year 1999 the Police Department issued 2,556 citations for overnight parking. Fair enforcement of this ordinance would be properly guaranteed by a random process that, for example, covers every street in San Anselmo several times a year. Miscellaneous Other Enforcement Issues: 1) Guest permits: These permits now require a trip to the Police Station to register and pay a $1 fee. This could be made more resident-friendly by simply requiring a resident to call the police station to provide the relevant information and eliminate the $1 fee if circumstances, such as but not limited to, lateness of hour, or alcohol consumption, dictate. 2) Abandoned Vehicles: When the department receives a complaint regarding an abandoned vehicle an officer is dispatched to the vehicle's location. The vehicle is then marked, usually with chalk on a tire, and an abandoned vehicle wari1ing tag is placed on the vehicle's windshield or antenna. A minimum of 72 hours must pass and the officer will return and check the vehicle. If the vehicle has not moved it will be cited and towed. It is not at all uncommon for a vehicle to have been moved yet still parked in the same location as vehicle owners often park in the same locations and the vehicles in question have not been abandoned. 3) Unregistered Vehicles: Perhaps the most visible aspect of a police officer's job is that of patrolfing the Town. Officers spend a good portion of their time driving the streets of the Town on the lookout for crimes, traffic violations, hazards, and other public safety concerns. Generally, this is when a vehicle with expired registration will be spotted. Officers are familiar with the color of the registration tabs and an expired tab is very noticeable. Vehicles with expired registration can be cited or towed if the registration is expired in excess of 6 months. POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS Suggested solutions have ranged from doing away with the ordinance to maintaining it with no changes and everything in between. In 1983, Council amended the ordinance to allow for the issuance of hardship permits. Times had changed and the Council recognized the need to make the ordinance more appropriate to the realities of the Town's residents at that time. Whether due to internal population growth, such as children reaching driving age and acquiring their own vehicles, the construction of new housing, or increased affluence, there appear to be more vehicles than ever .in San Anselmo. In many cases, these present-day realities do cause valid hardships for the Town's residents. The dictionary definition of hardship is: "Something that causes suffering or privation". Clearly, hardship permits are not meant to be issued in situations involving simple inconvenience, but it is also not possible to define every element of SAN ANSELMO POLICE DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT what a hardship might entail. Thus, the most important issue regarding the "hardship" concept is that take into account the valid needs of the residents and that it be applied fairly, consistently, and in the best interests of the residents and the Town. Rather than prescribing complex examples of acceptable hardships, the Task Force reviewed the process that has been used for issuing hardship permits for the last six months. The process has been different from previous years. Although not providing permits in the case of simple inconvenience, the present process has taken into account the valid needs of the residents in the face of changing family conditions, serious space problems, and potential damage to vehicles. As of this date there have been 171 hardship permits issued with no complaints from the community. This empirical evidence suggests that present ordinance does not need major revision at this time. CONCLUSION The overnight Parking Task Force has met a total of four (4) times and has concluded that the police department's current practice of issuing hardship permits is fair and meets the needs of the community without causing undue parking congestion on Town streets during prohibited hours. A minor wording change in the ordinance is necessary to properly reflect the fact that it is the Chief of Police who is charged with the responsibility of issuing hardship permits. Additionally, the one night parking exemption process would be more user friendly by allowing the exemptions to be issued over the telephone if circumstances dictate. Respectfully submitted by the members of the Overnight Parking Task Force, ;Ju;!~ .~-wJ-J?~,....______.... Ned Farnkopf ~~~ ~~~,l{tTu~ TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO STAFF REPORT January 2, 2001 For the Meeting of January 9, 2001 TO: Town Council FROM: Amy Feagans, Planning Director SUBJECT: Appeal of the Planning Commission action approving a Variance request for a second story addition to a single family home at 60 Sequoia Avenue RECOMMENDATION That the Town Council uphold the action of the Planning Commission and deny the appeal. BACKGROUND The Planning Commission, at their December 18, 2000 meeting, approved the variance request to add a small second story addition within the front yard setback area of the property at 60 Sequoia Avenue. The Commission approved the request on a 3-1 vote, with one Commissioner objecting to the proposal. Two neighbors spoke in opposition to the project and two spoke in support of the project. The owners of the house requested approval of the setback variance to construct a second story addition to their house and to exceed the amount of allowed lot coverage. The existing house is located 5'-6" from the front property line, facing Sequoia Avenue. The proposal is to construct a master bedroom and bathroom upstairs and 36 square feet of new space downstairs. The additional space downstairs will allow for a spiral staircase to the second level and for new landing/entry to the house. This new landing will increase the lot coverage from 39.14 percent to 40.3 percent. Maximum allowed lot coverage in the R-1 zone is 35 percent. Staff recommended support of the proposal to the Planning Commission. DISCUSSION OF APPEAL Jeff Hvid and Claudia Breault of 19 Cottage Avenue filed the appeal. In their letter, the appellants state " ... the addition being considered has no visual appeal, is too tall and too much for the lot. There are other possibilities architecturally which should be considered ... " In their review, the Planning Commission noted that this 0 proposal was for a small addition to a small house and that approving the project would not be considered a granting of special privileges in that it is not an unreasonable addition for the existing house and lot as other houses in the area have enjoyed similar privileges. At the Planning Commission hearing the issue of parking came up in the discussion and it was noted that the owners are not able to park in their garage. The Commission added a condition requiring the existing garage doors be replaced with an operable door able to accommodate two cars. Although the addition could be designed to comply with the required setback, it would require moving the addition to the center of the house, directly over the living room. This is a very nice room with an open beam high ceiling creating the sense of a larger space than its actual 240 square feet size. By placing the addition at the front of the house, the integrity of this room can be preserved. Staff has prepared a resolution of approval for the requested variance and the December 18 Planning Commission staff report and minutes are attached. Respectfully submitted, A~ag1:::F Planning Director Attachment 1- Resolution of Approval Attachment 2 - Appeal letter Attachment 3 - Plan set date-stamped November 6, 2000 Attachment 4 - PC Staff Report dated December 18, 2000 Attachment 5 - PC Minutes dated December 18, 2000 2 RESOLUTION NO. --- A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO APPROVING THE VARIANCE FOR THE SECOND STORY ADDITION AT 60 SEQUOIA AVENUE WHEREAS, an application was filed on August 15, 2000 requesting a front yard setback and lot coverage variance for the house located 60 Sequoia A venue; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission held a noticed public hearing on December 18, 2000 to review the request and consider public input on the proposal; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission approved the request for a front yard setback variance and variance to increase lot coverage with a vote of 4 -1; and WHEREAS, on December 27, 2000 an appeal to the Planning Commission decision was filed by Claudia Breault and JeffHvid; and WHEREAS, the Town Council held a noticed public hearing on January 9, 2001, to consider the appeal of the Planning Commission decision, considered the proposal and received public input; and WHEREAS, the Town Council is able to make the following findings on the proposed project, with conditions as stated below: Findings: 1. Due to the special circumstances applicable to the property, including size, shape, topography, location or surroundings, the strict interpretation of the controlling zoning ordinance or regulation deprives the property ofprivileges enjoyed by other property in the vicinity and under an identical zoning classification, and the granting of a variance will not constitute a grant of special privileges inconsistent with the limitations upon other properties in the vicinity and zone in which such property is situated; Special circumstances applying to this lot and house include the substandard size of the lot and the location and design of the house. The existing house is located with in the front yard setback and although an addition could be located to comply with the setback requirements, it would have to be located directly above the living room area compromising the design and integrity of the existing interior space. 2. The Granting of the variance, under the circumstances of the particular case, will not materially affect adversely the health or safety ofpersons residing or working in the neighborhood of the property of the applicant and will not be materially detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to the property or improvements in such neighborhood. Granting this variance will not materially affect adversely the health, welfare or safety of persons in the neighborhood of the subject property and will not be materially detrimental to neighboring properties because the additions will be built to comply with the adopted building codes of the Town and will increase the aesthetic value and safety of the neighborhood by increasing value to this parcel. Conditions: 1. That the request for Variance be granted to build first and second story additions in accordance with the plans date stamped November 6, 2000, received by the Town of San Anselmo Planning Department. 2. Applicant shall apply for and pay all appropriate fees for building permits, plan checks and inspections. 3. This permit and each condition contained herein shall be binding upon applicant and any transferor, or successor in interest. 4. If construction is not commenced within one year from the date of final action, the permit becomes null and void. However, this discretionary action may be renewed by the Planning Director for a maximum period of one (1) year provided the applicant places such a request in writing to the Planning Director showing good cause prior to the expiration of the discretionary action. 5. As part of this permit, the garage door shall be replaced with an operable door, sized to accommodate two standard size cars. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Town Council of the Town of San Anselmo hereby denies the appeal and approves the variance for 60 Sequoia A venue. PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Town Council of the Town of San Anselmo on January 9, 2001, by the following vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Jeffl<.root,l\1ayor Attest: Debra Stutsman, Town Clerk TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO 525 SAN ANSELMO AVENUE SAN ANSELMO, CA 94960-2682 (415)258-4600 ' Appeal Fee: $ 125.00 Noticing Fee: 55.00 Total Due $ 180.00 - ~· t.).lntcc. APPEAL TO THE TOWN COUNCIL OF ADMINISTRATIVE OR PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION Daytime Phone: L/SCf-WJJ-__ Address of Subject Property (if applicable): · · {po S87t1e;\~ :Dix\ A-M.\rno Date of Action: JJ ... \'t - a (,)60 Action b~ing appealed: ·~i±~Ci\:\q -±.iv"~\o~. ~h -±in~,.} o±-. ~a'.i\i~ \t:>1 a\\ol.A.l'lU\ce. a.v0 bO llkz;b,±ectura.J 1vi-fego 1y ldAi??--d.ooo Signature of Appellant Date An appeal must be filed with the Town Clerk within ten days of the Planning Commission action or receipt of written notice of the administrative action being appealed. ~ pLA-ti~ ut Dt prnv tntn0 f/c lLO. (,ll'1 ;JltJtlc{ £> i'C-ff ff V1)> • lfi,l{ f1hll I I-~ J/k > t.Av' 8> ft< l '1 U>ITT!f' !rJtf; <:, /0 ~ S~UJL-O 1 ~ ?-"> I,~~ . -i kvV-- -~·ffEt\L-t~Q '1oJ~ Mf fl6JM- <0f luN.-\l- Vooµ,Me,6--IL i+tib \L~1 (~WCll-~ ~C;f(lJCf(p~ p{ZD[ICci A1 (Q_u s~qJo\lt frJ~ ( tt/p ~ -11o{-0'3) Jose ,Jo. J-co:fj -1¥ c,vR--(1.(X PL/\-rJ tS . fbo wi,uc,f ~JS( YoR- SJ<'.$ J: s,v«A'-1.- vil Wb 1~( i+vo{ .fr-tALoJfri c:r- ll'kll.CksE}> vJf\:\;l, (;V\tl b( Jl~Jrf-U,,'-f D1~ftEA>1,.Jr· 5 u..J t(tf.£L 7 ~ +f--v,'~ I ~ CP-rrA-8( trJ{ ~ ~ ~S(uu.v l (k qt.f11 TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO : PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT For the meeting of December 18. 2000 Agenda Item E-1 Applicant: Case No. Mark Voorsanger V-0039 Kay Feallock 60 Sequoia Avenue San Anselmo Project Location 60 Sequoia (A/P 6-165-08) Request 1. Front yard setback variance to construct a 378 square foot second story addition within 5'-6" of the front yard property line. 2. Variance to exceed the allowed lot coverage. Allowed lot coverage is 35%, existing lot coverage is 39.14% and proposed lot coverage is 40.30% lot coverage. Recommendation Staff recommends approval with conditions. I. EXISTING CONDITIONS Project Specifications hl ... 3,958 No change 360 sq. ft., 2-car No change _ 906 sq. ft. '1284 sq. ft . . 39.14% 40.30% "C"· no requirements No change R-1 No change / )' Environmental Determination Categorically Exempt: CEQA, Section 15303, "New construction or conversion ·of small structures~ This class (Class 3) consists of construction and location of limited numbers (up to three single family dwellings) of new, small facilities or structures ..." Authority SAMC Article 7: Variance, Development Standards Table. Timing The Planning Commission must take action no later than January 15, 2001. II. PROJECT DESCRIPTION Existing Conditions This small corner lot is developed with a 906 square foot single story house and a detached two-car garage and family room located at the back of the lot. The existing house is located within 5'-6" of the front property line and within 5 feet of the street side property line. Mature Liquid Amber trees screen the house from being very visible on the Bungalow Avenue side and an existing line of shrubs approximately 12 feet high screen the majority of the house from Sequoia Avenue. Proposed Project The owners are proposing to add a second story to an existing small, single story house. The 342 square foot second story addition will add a master bedroom and bathroom and 36 square feet of new space downstairs to the existing two bedroom home. The addition does not change the existing footprint of the house except for converting the existing deck to a stairwell/entryway and building a new 36 square foot landing and entry stairs. This increases the lot coverage by just over 1 percent from 39.14 percent to 40.3 percent. A variance is required as this is over the allowed 35 percent coverage allowed in the R-1 zoning district. Staff supports the variance as requested. The second story addition maintains the front building elevation line along Sequoia Avenue requiring a frontyard setback variance, and steps in on the Bungalow Avenue side to the required 12 foot street side yard setback. 2 Neighboring Properties Story poles have been installed indicating the new height at the ridgeline and at the outside corners on Sequoia Avenue. This house sits on a corner lot. The closest neighbor at 56 Sequoia Avenue should not be impacted by the addition, as the house on this lot is set far back on the lot more in line with the detached garage structure. Nine letters have been received from various neighbors in support of the project and one letter opposed to the project. These letters are included as attachments to this staff report. Ill. ANALYSIS VARIANCE Special Circumstance Special circumstances applying to this lot and house include the substandard size of the lot and the location and design of the house. The existing house is located with in the front yard setback and although an addition could be located to comply with the setback requirements, it would have to be located directly above the living room area. This is a very nice room with an open beam high ceiling creating the sense of a larger space than its actual 240 square feet size. By placing the addition at the front of the house, the integrity of this room can be preserved. IV. DISCUSSION OF REQUIRED FINDINGS VARIANCE: The Planning Commission must make two necessary findings to grant a variance, these are: 1. Due to the special circumstances applicable to the property, including size, shape, topography, location or surroundings, the strict interpretation of the controlling zoning ordinance or regulation deprives the property of privileges enjoyed by other property in the vicinity and under an identical zoning classification, and the granting of a variance will not constitute a grant of special privileges inconsistent with the limitations upon other properties in the vicinity and zone in which such property is situated; Special circumstances applying to this lot and house include the substandard size of the lot and the location and design of the house. The existing house is located with in the front yard setback and although an addition could be located 3 to comply with the setback requirements, it would have to be located directly above the living room area. 2. The Granting of the variance, under the circumstances of the particular case, will not materially affect adversely the health or safety of persons residing or working in the neighborhood of the property of the applicant and will not be materially detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to the property or improvements in such neighborhood. Granting this variance will not materially affect adversely the health, welfare or safety of persons in the neighborhood of the subject property and will not be materially detrimental to neighboring properties because the additions will be built to comply with the adopted building codes of the Town and will increase the aesthetic value and safety of the neighborhood by increasing value to this parcel. V. RECOMMENDATION That the San Anselmo Planning Commission conditionally approve Design Review (DR-0041) and Variance (V-0039). VI. CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL 1. That the request for Design Review and Variance be granted to build first and. second story additions and allow one substandard parking spaces in accordance with the plans date stamped November 6, 2000, received by the Town of San Anselmo Planning Department. 2. Applicant shall apply for and pay all appropriate fees for building permits, plan checks and inspections. 3. This permit and each condition contained herein shall be binding upon applicant and any transferor, or successor in interest. 4 .. If construction is not commenced within one year from the date of final action, the permit becomes null and void. However, this discretionary action may be renewed by the Planning Director for a maximum period of one (1) year provided the applicant places such a request in writing to the Planning Director showing good cause prior to the expiration of the discretionary action. VIII. ATTACHMENTS 1. Proposed Planset 4 2. Applications for Design Review and Variance 3. Neighborhood letters of support 4. Story pole location diagram 5. Radius map Respectfully submitted, Amy Feagans, Planning Director c: Kay Feallock and Mark Voorsanger - Applicants Fred Divine, Architect 5 ... · PLANNING APPLICATION FORM Town of San Anselmo Planning Department * Please complete the appropriate Supplemental Questionnaire...... See special submittal requirements. Job Site Address: Assessor Parcel No.: Zone: ~ L) o I A bt2-. D Property Owner(s) Name: Phone Numbers: Fax Number: M.A jlt. K Voo ~SA r-J b f:.la-. / Home: t\~ · 'Z ID I \GA'i' ff&.At-Lr oc-K Work: 4 J?C;, - f t"::O;, Mailing Address: City: State/Zip: (po s~ UOlA SA~ AtJSlC.L-M 0 (;PA 'i+"\lo 0 Applicant(s) Nam (contact person : Phone Numbers: Fax Number: L ,A.U~A K~r\ ~ I Home: t~E:t:/ ~I C... t'.J pJa0~ .i:. SS,OC.. Work: 1 S-J-o-;z:z;o Mailing Address: City: State/Zip: 'Z :rU CST . CA 4~ DI . i , _.:J L~J .,, . PROJECT DESCRIPTION: ---~_4.__2_""'j..:;;;(;:....;;;CD...;...J.....r-.J... t?~f~~.;;.;O='. R~-a:.~;.i.£A=..:S:::.x.t.=:;E..t<..~-- f?,ie, p 6o orvt ! ~A(a-l F-t>oM At)t')rrc ou,. t:dv~ -3 GENERAL INFORMATION (If appllcable): Item Pro Lot size NO Size of structure(s) or commercial s ace (s uare feet 1 Lot Covel"Oge applies to flatland residential in R-1, R-Z, and R-3 zones and to Professional zones. ·· ·•; .. · ' It is defined as the land area covered by all buildings and improvements with a finished height above.··. grade of 3'0" or more, including all projections except for eaves which project less than Z' frc>tn the face of a building. Floor Area Ratio (FAR) applies to hillside residential in R-1-H and R-1-C zones. and to Commercial zones. It is defined as the ratio between the total floor area of a building(s) on a lot and the area of that lot in gross square feet. 2 Minimum parking dimensions are 9' wide by 19' long by T high. Restrictions: Are ·there any deed restrictions, easements, etc. that affect the property, and, if so, what are they? Signature of Property Owner Date Date Planning Department staff Is available bdween 8:30 a.m. and 12:00 noon, Monday through Friday at 525 San Anselmo Avenue, San Anselmo, CA. (415) 258-4636. SUPPLEMENT AL QUESTIONNAIRE :i1ti111111:,11.1~1:ii11111111111m[:111j1m11)ii111i:.~\::.1ii.~:11.~1111;:1;111mm111111111111:11111111:111m~.§1·11111111111111i111111J1111:11=1:111111i; . . ·.. · VARIANCE(S) REQUESTED: .·.·:···· I II · 14 ,~ foot front yard variance to construct a io feet of the front property line. ____ foot rear yard variance to construct a ______witt\i~'. •· ··:... ------feet of the rear property line. ____ foot side yard variance to construct a ______within .· ____ feet of the side property line. ...... -:· _:'·, .·· Other (fence height, building height, parking number ·. or · size, ... etc.) Le( wo'VIC..ra.,..obf. l N02-t:,A'$k:- ft2..0M 15q I I { ~10. TO. ¥ ~.30/'q.. FINDINGS: ·i. List below special circumstances applicable to the property, including size. · shape, topography, location, or surroundings, to show why the variance should be granted: and why the granting of the variance will not be a granting of special privileges inconsistent with the limitations upon other properties in the vicinity and zone (you may attach a statement). :SJE:..~ · ,ATf A c...td~o 2. List below your reasons why the variance will not materially affect adversely the health or safety of persons residing or working in the neighborhood or be materially detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to pro~rty or .. · improvements in the neighborhood (you may attach a ·statement).. VARIANCE FINDINGS Kay Feallock- Mark Voorsanger 60 Sequoia Drive San Anselmo, CA 1. Special Circumstances applicable to the property. The existing residence is built 5'-6" from the front property line and 7'-0'' from the side street on a 3,958 SF parcel. Due to the existing building placement on the property and the substandard lot size, a front setback variance and lot coverage variance are being applied for. A 14'-6" deviation from the front setback is requested so that the proposed second floor addition is placed over existing exterior and interior building walls for structural considerations: The proposed addition cannot be placed over the middle of the residence due to the cathedral ceiling in the Living Room area. All other setbacks on the property will be honored. The existing lot coverage for the parcel is 39.14%. Proposed lot coverage is 40.30% for the 46 SF lower floor addition to the foyer and porch. 2. Why variance will not materially affect adversely the health or safety of the neighborhood. Many of the adjoining properties have two story residences, and there is very little additional building envelope to expand the residence on the first floor. In fact, building the addition on the first floor would have more impact on neighboring residences, than the proposed second floor. Increasing the first floor footprint would locate the addition closer to the adjacent residence the west, and further increases the lot coverage ratio. Mature shrubs approximately 12 to 13 feet in height and trees 20 to 25 feet in height further screen the proposed addition along the street frontages. The existing residence is only 906 SF with two bedrooms. The proposed addition is modest in size with only 378 SF proposed for a new bedroom, bathroom and foyer addition. ~\~· ------______1\ ______------·------· ----- A\ ~ L-~---4---~.__-.::...-,--~' "' I i l..,...... ___ ----...... ~ ~'+ ·~ ... . -~e. ' 1 't'Olr I \ \ t oz' .. o~ @ -res: ·n1 &@ ~ ) ~ (2c;. "Tll ~ 01@ ,,_ :s Vi"Yll .J l ~ II ~o 811 €9 • Col . ~ ~).~'ILft ~ 5 ... ~ F-:~;:r::.:~~~~ ~ o&@I l"1 I n' November 29, 2000 Dear Planning Commission Member, Hello. My name is JeffHvid. For 20 years my family has lived at 19 Cottage Ave. in San Anselmo. This letter pertains to an item on your December 4th Agenda, a consent item for Mark Voorsanger and Kay Fealock. We live a block away from them. Their house at 60 Sequoia currently almost abuts the sidewalk on Sequoia (front property line). The west side of the house almost abuts the sidewalk on Bungalow. In essence this house has 2 front property lines by virtue of it being on a comer lot situated so close to 2 streets. The mass of the walls are the dominant feature of that comer. My biggesfproblem with the proposed addition is lot coverage. I know there's some formula for it, I don't know exactly what it is. Currently the house is a small structure covering a lot of a very small lot. Additionally there is a large structure that used to be a garage opening onto Bungalow that is not being used as a garage and a room attached to it that is used as living space. The result is that currently it appears that about 50% of the very small lot is already covered. How can the Town justify allowing the addition of another 342 square feet of living space (at least 800 more square feet of vertical wall) on this lot? The fact that the garage is not being used to park cars anymore causes Mark and Kay to park their vehicles in a manner that completely blocks the sidewalk on Bungalow and about 2' of the van's rear sticks into the street. Many ofthe houses built in San Anselmo were never intended for a family of 4, at least not today's family that desires more room per person. Ifthe Town allows Mark and Kay to build an addition it should require that the structure that used to be a garage be permanently returned to it's past use (isn't there something in the code about providing off-street parking for each residence?). Also I think the Town should tell Mark and Kay to find a way to downsize the project so there's not so much structure on such a small lot. Sincerely Robert J. Hvid 19 Cottage Ave San Anselmo, Ca. 94960 TOVVrv n;~ c.:,:, · , .' ,. .. D n . Df ... v •. vdn t\l'.i0i:L\llU eµt. Of, idnn:na and Pt1b;;c ''v , ~ ;1 v; OIKS Michael & Catherine Hogan 20ParkWay San Anselmo, California 94960 December 10, 2000 Planning Commission Town of San Anselmo 525 San Anselmo Avenue San Anselmo, Calif. 94960 Re: Voorsanger/Feellock residential addition 60 Sequoia Drive, San Anselmo To Whom It May Concern: We have reviewed the proposed addition plans for the above referenced property~ and feel that the owners have done an attractive plan, in keeping with the original home, and the neighborhood. This improvement to their home wilt increase their real estate taxes, and San Anselmo will benefit from this. Also, it will allow a growing family to stay in Sequoia Park, in the neighborhood they love. Thank goodness we have young families who are willing to go through the effort to remodel, and improve th.eir homes! Sincerely, ~1~~~ KH:k ~me:_8--'-'~~fb~M-...... lt....._·....__f4M£~---.-, _ Add.ress-:_·___ /~____._..~..,.._..,...... · · ...._~,...... -,..--· A Uate:.___ ~""""l/l-'-1q,_,_/--=oo_· -...----- Town of San Anselmo 525 San Anselmo Ave. San Anselmo, CA 94960 To Planning Commiss~on: We have reviewed the preliminary drawings dated 7/21/00for the Voorsanger/Feall~ck residential addition and remodel. Provided that the final addition and remodel remain substantiallywithin the specifications of these drawings, and the work; once initiated, is done in a timely and professional manner, we have no objections to the project. Additional Comments: Town of San Anselmo 525 San Ansetmo Ave. San Anselmo, CA 94960 To Planning Commission: We have reviewed the preliminary drawings dated 7/21/00 for the Voorsang~r/FeaUock residential addition and remodel. Provided that the final addition and remodel remain substantially within the specifications-of1hese dr~~andthe work, once initiat~d, is done in a timely and professional manner, we have no objections to the project. Sincerely, Additional Comments: ·· ..., ) N&me: H e I °' ,,,, J ;: e /,. <: e ) (' .,,. de /I Address: -1/1 'S'e{ ua,'c, i>,..; 'f<:"' A ri i' e I ...... o <::: .,4 't '1 'l fa o -nate: ___'B''--/_..9__./.___o ____-tJ ___...-- Town of San.Anselmo 525 San Anselmo Ave. San Anselmo, CA 94960 To Planning Commission: We have-reviewed the preliminary drawings· dated 7/21/00 forthe Voorsanger/FealJock residential addition and remodel. Provided that the final addition and remodel remain substantially within the specifications-of these drawings; and· the work, once initiat~, is done in a timely and professional manner, we have no objections to the project ·Additional Comments: ' " Town of San Anselmo 525 San Anselmo Ave. San Anselmo, CA 94960 To Planning Commission: We have reviewed the preliminary drawings dated 7/21/00 for the Voorsanger/Feallock residential addition and remodel. Provided that the final addition and remodel remain substantially within the specifications of these drawings, and the work, once initiated, is done in a timely and professional manner, we have no objections to the project. Sincerely, I (:,/ I ;/ [/ y Additional Comments: ,I Town of San Anselmo 525 San Ansetmo Aye. San Anselmo, CA 94960 To Planning Commis~on: We have reviewed-the preliminary drawings dated 7/21/00 forthe Voorsanger/FealJock residential addition and remodel. Provided· that the final addition and remodel remain substantially· within the specifi:Cations of these drawings, and the work, once· initiate._d, is done in a timely and professional manner, we have no objections to the project. Sincerely, Additional Comments: ;fo {'ea_~c,l ~ /fa/~ Worr~ aM ~it_ f-1/f/ altnY /ltftla/(' ~ UnJO/ rfrl:/f' Ao;Y -j~/ uA / nd dJ?l,1, lfw-t 110 aff-Uirdr!( -/o .-{tu/ j?/tlj~ 1 U-4_ iVJl:J f'jC'//o/l lle1'r- _MA-ol-fa/Vo /'s. Town of San Anselmo 525 San Anselmo A~e. San Anselmo, CA 94960 To Planning Commission: We have reviewed the preliminary drawings dated 7/21/00 for the Voorsang~r/Feall.ock residential addition and remodel. Provided that the final addition and remodel remain substantially within the specification!» ofthese drawings, and the work, once initiated, is done in a timely and professional manner, we have no objections to the project. 7;1jfj;t(_Q_Sincerely, Additional Comments: Name~ Address: ~ 8Lt" e:. t) Lo'-"" ue. Town. of San Anselmo 525 San Anselmo Ave. San Anselmo, CA 94960 To PlanningCommiS&\on: We havereviewed the J>reliminary drawings-dated 7/21100 forthe Voorsanger/Feallock residential addition and remodel. Provided that the final addition and remodel remain substantially within the specifications of these drawings; and the work, once initiate.d, is done in a timely and professional manner, we have no objections to the project. Additional Comments: Date: Town of San Anselmo 525 San Anselmo Ave. San Anselmo, CA 94960 atfh: L/S(,( tlJ1¢ft+ ro Planning Commiss_ion: We have reviewed: the preliminary drawings dated 7/21/00 for the Voorsanger/FeaU,ock residential addition and remodel. Provided that the final addition and remodel remain substantially within the specifications oftnese drawings,. and the work, once initiateQ,. is done in a timely and professional manner, we have no objections to the project. Sincerely,. ~ Additional Comments: J) fld-· ~V- kw,e ()~~ I 7: u)~ lo cedd I \./4u~ £ ,:f ? 1. V-0039 Mark Voorsanger and Kay Feallock, 60 Sequoia, AP 6-165-08, setback variance to construct a 342 square foot second story addition within 5'-6" of the front property line (code setbacks: 20') and variance to increase lot coverage from 39.14% existing to 40.3% (Code: 35% maximum) on property located within the R-1 Zoning District. (Staff person: Feagans) Ms. Feagans presented the staff report . . Commissioner Couture asked about the parking requirements on this parcel. Ms. Feagans noted that they are required to have two spaces. Although the garage is not used as a garage, it is a small, two car garage. Chair House asked if the spiral staircase was legal. Fred Divine, architect representing the applicant, stated they could build over the living room but they picked the addition in this location because of the ceiling height and it also allowed for a little more sun in the yard. It would also have a minimal impact on the adjacent neighbor. This property has a lot of trees and the trees screen the addition and will not appear to be noticeable from the street. With regard to the question about the spiral staircase, his interpretation of the UBC is that an addition of less than 400 square feet, meets code. He noted that the garage doors do not presently function as a· garage and he understands that the doors need to be workable garage doors. The garage size is 19' x 9', which is the legal size for one car. The owners did talk with the neighbors and many neighbors were in support of the project. A few of the neighbors across the street did have some issues and the drawings reflect the changes based on their concerns. However, the neighbor may still have other issues. · Kay Feallock, applicant, stated that in developing their plans, they incorporated comments from their neighbors. Robert Leedy, 65 Sequoia Drive and 5 Bungalow, said he initially supported the project. He suggested they add the dormers and reduce the roof height. When the story poles were erected he realized how tall the addition would be. This house faces east, which makes all the neighbors appear to see the back of the house from the street. He met with the owner and suggested they add a first story addition to the north side of the house even though it would increase the lot coverage. He could support that kind of an addition. He noted that although there were many letters of support only one of the people who supported the project would be affected. His biggest problem is that they would be seeing the tall fa~ade. Allen Wulzen, 55 Sequoia, presented photographs taken from his porch that showed the story poles.· His concern is the impact of the view of his house that is across the street from the applicant. His living room is on about the same level and instead of looking over the applicant's house he would be looking at the new wall. Regarding the garage, making the doors workable is a great concession. There has never been a car parked in this garage and there has always been cars parked in the driveway and there is not sufficient parking on the narrow street. Susan Dines, 56 Sequoia, stated the applicants have been very considerate with this proposal. She recognizes the reality of their problem. The house is very tiny and their request is extremely reasonable. The back yard where Mr. Leedy is suggesting the applicants add on is really the only 3 SAN ANSELMO PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES OF DECEMBER 18, 2000 ' . area for their outdoor living. The applicants contribute to the neighborhood as well as the community and their request is not unreasonable. · Joe Dines, 56 Sequoia, said that from his top deck he can see the story poles but it would not be an imposition to look out on the addition. He supports the project and he wants the applicants to stay in the neighborhood. Mr. Divine stated that it was suggested by a member of the audience that the neighbors who signed the petition of support for the project were not in the immediate neighborhood; all but one is. The wall in question is only about 19' high, and will not be higher than it is now. Commissioner Couture stated that this house is a cottage retreat on a cottage size lot. The town now is really a family town. .The house is only 900 square feet, with two bedrooms. . He felt the house needs to be accountable to a family and 1,200 square feet is not excessive. He does not think of a betterapproach than what has been proposed, and the ridgeline has been kept very low. He takes the architect's word that the spiral staircase would work. Placing the addition in the yard area is taking away outdoor living space. As designed, he supports the project. Commissioner Wittenkeller stated that he generally agrees with Commissioner Couture's analysis. This is a modest improvement to allow the owners to remain in the neighborhood. He would like to see San Anselmo remain a small town and still ·be able to have young families stay in San Anselmo. The architectural approach proposed is better than taking up the yard area. He is sympathetic to the neighbor whose view will be altered but it will not dramatically change his living situation. Commissioner Jochum stated that he agrees that what is being proposed, on its own merit is very minimal. With the plate height no higher than 8', the addition is being kept to a minimum. It is also fulfilling the needs of the homeowners. What bothers him however is that the streetscape has one story bungalows. The two story houses are set well back from the street. To approve a project that is out of scale and at the street edge, and to say it is okay because it is screened by shrubbery, is not so acceptable because shrubbery does die. Also, there is no compelling reason that the addition could not be placed over the living room. He is in a quandary because in summary, he has no problem with the house but feels the project is out of scale with the neighborhood. Chair House said the Commission is trying to balance the needs of the homeowners and the needs of the neighbors. The house has too much square footage for the lot. A 1,200 square foot house is very modest. She agrees that the two most interesting sides to the house are not seen from the street. The addition will block some of the view of the neighbor across the street but there will still be trees that would screen the addition. There are no privacy issues that she is aware of. She is not thrilled about the street fac;ade of the house. She would also require that the garage doors be modified so that they could be used as a garage and asked staff to verify the ·code requirements on spiral staircases. Commissioner Couture $aid that in reviewing the findings for approval the special circumstances could be that the applicant's lot is 50 percent to 75 percent smaller than other lots in the neighborhood and the addition is modest and could not accommodate a modest family. It appears that most of the homes in the neighborhood have three bedroom homes. 4 SAN ANSELMO PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES OF DECEMBER 18, 2000 Commissioner Jochum stated that there is no compelling reason to approve the front yard setback. In addition, not every home has to be large enough to accommodate a family. He would be more inclined to give a variance to lot coverage rather than the front yard variance. Chair House stated that she is being swayed that the addition could be placed elsewhere on the lot, particularly because the two sides are not very attractive. Commissioner Wittenkeller said if the second story is moved over the living room, it will create a much more shaded area in the yard. That would be a compelling reason to support the application as.· proposed. · Commissioner Jochum stated that the light issue in the yard is a compelling reason only for the applicant but it does not address the concerns of the neighborhood. If the addition would be something the neighborhood would transition into then it would be fine but he is not sure that would happen. Mis Wittenkeller/Couture and passed (3-1 Noes: Jochum), to approve the application based on the findings and conditions as set forth in the staff report; and with the additional condition to replace the existing slider garage doors to functional garage doors so the garage can be operable as a garage. Chair House advised all parties of interest of the ten-day appeal period. 5 -':.· ' -· . :i .. ·. ' . '. ·, '.~ . . .; ., ' ...... ' ", ·" '.·· ,,' ~ ~ f QW~ Gvitu '{ .... ; ' : ' ! .. 5:6Jvn~ffl . ~~,·.cJJ. · .. . " ...... · .. . .. (/1160 .. ' ' •• J .··· .·. . 1J> W/rJM_ if ~ CPJU . ·SM v;·() (l µ , ...... (fUtV/ wrrfl fD #thl !Wj rv1;flf- · 1 · · -/1J ~ aue(fUt ' . . .. ,• I ,/ .;' ... TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO 6 ., Minutes of the Town Council Meeting of December J2, 2000 , Present: Breen, Chignell, Hodgens; Kilkus Absent: Kroot 8:00p.m. • CALL TO ORDER. • PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE • ANNOUNCE ACTION TAKEN. IF ANY. IN CLOSED SESSION. Vice Mayor Hodgens announced that no action was taken during closed session. • RECOGNIZE ANDRONICO'S MARKET FOR THEIR CONTRIBUTION TO SAN · ANSELMO'S BEAUTIFICATION EFFORT THROUGH THE DESIGN OF THE HUB ENTRY PARKING • INTRODUCE NEW FISCAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES DIRECTOR JANET M PENDOLEY. • PRESENTATION BY STUDENTS OF SIR FRANCIS DRAKE HIGH SCHOOL ON GROWTH ISSUES IN MARIN COUNTY. INCLUDING TRANSPORTATION AND HOUSING. • OPEN TIME FOR PUBLIC EXPRESSION. Louise Mathews, Foothill Road, said she had asked that Council look into whether neighborhoods couldn't be notified when there are several burglaries. She has the same question regarding commercial burglary; why aren't neighboring businesses alerted to the burglary so they can take additional precautions. Town Administrator Pollard said staff would look into this and report back January 9. Ava Kennard, Suffield, said the house under construction at 64 Suffield is out of scale with the surrounding neighborhood. She asked if the setbacks are sufficient and whether it is within the height limits. She is concerned that no neighbors received notification of this building. Planning Director Feagans said the project was noticed and it was approved by the Planning Commission. The second story is within the allowed size, smaller than 400 square feet. No comments were received from the public. Senior Planner Wight said she measured the setbacks and they are within the limits, the height conforms; we have no authority to require design review on this project. Angela Ackley, Suffield Avenue, asked ifthe project has been looked at since the dormer windows were installed. Wight answered affirmatively. • COUNCIL REOUESTS FOR FUTURE AGENDA IT.EMS. OUESTIONS AND COMMENTS TO STAFF: STAFF MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS. Chignell asked about Posthuma abatement. Town Attomey·Roth said there would be a status conference in January, with trial set for February or March. Chignell said several Planning Commissioners asked if the Town has a policy regarding antenna placement in that the Council has overturned several of their antenna approvals. He said there should be a formal statement to the Planning Commission on what action the Town Council has taken and the merits of each case. Chignell said residents of Alpine Lane were concerned that they didn't receive specific notification about when their street would be closed for paving. He would like staff to look into it. Hodgens asked about the status of the log cabin over the holiday season. Town Administrator Pollard said the Police are on alert for complaints about lQud parties and will patrol the area when parties are scheduled. Staff is working with the American Legion to stress the importance ofa~iding l;>y the Memoran~um of Understanding. I lC\) Minutes of the San Anselmo Town Council I ',_ December 12, 2000 1. CONSENT AGENDA: ITEMS ON THE CONSENT AGENDA MAY BE REMOVED AND DISCUSSED SEPARATELY. OTHERWISE. ALL THE ITEMS MAY BE APPROVED WITH ONE ACTION. (a) Approve minutes: November 28, 2000. (b) Acknowledge and file warrants No. 36795 - 37070 in the amount of$881,496.12. (c) Approve resolution authorizing bank accounts at Wells Fargo Bank and Bank of America and designating employees as authorized account signers. (d) Approve request from the Ross Valley Schools Foundation "Yes" group to place a thermometer-style fund raising sign at the Isabel Cook Complex, 1000 Sir Francis Drake Blvd. (e) Accept as complete 1999 Measure G Improvements of Slurry Seal Phase R-11 and Butterfield Road/Center Blvd. Repairs R-12 and order the filing of the Notice of Completion. (f) Approve the Robson-Harrington House Association's proposal regarding the completion of the chimney and pillar seismic reinforcement projects. (g) Acknowledge and file report on Council on Wireless Technology Impacts request for support of an appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court- Petition for Certiorari Cellular Phone Task Force v. FCC (205 F 3d 82,2000), challenging the constitutionality of the Federal Telecommunications Act of 1996. (h) Approve Resolution No. 3541 and conduct public hearing on intent to abandon two portions ofuimamed public right-of-way located between 10 and 20 Greenfield Avenue, and at the rear of20 Greenfield Avenue, opposite 13 Smith Lane. CONTINUED TO JANUARY 9. 2001. Consent agenda items (a), (b), (e) and (g) were removed for discussion. Mis, Chignell/Kilkus, to approve consent agenda items (c), (d), (f), and (h). Ayes: All. Absent: Kroot. Regarding item (a), Louise Mathews, Foothill Road, asked that the minutes reflect that her request during open time to change the order of the agenda items was denied. Regarding item (b), Breen asked if purchasing gas from Unocal is more expensive. Town Administrator Pollard said the Town pays less than the advertised price, and the Police Chief is looking into alternatives. Mis, Breen/Kilkus, to approve consent agenda item (b). Ayes: Breen, Hodgens, Kilkus. Noes: Chignell. Absent: Kroot. Regarding item (e), Breen said he is concerned that the paving done is substantial enough. On busy streets a 3" overlay may be more appropriate. Town Administrator Pollard said the Public Works Director would report back on this issue in January. Regarding item (e), Chignell asked if we have any recourse with County inspectors on the quality ofrepaving. He also noted that the Measure G Monitoring Committee will be meeting soon and they could address the issue of substantial repairs as well. Town Administrator Pollard said the contractors must perform to the Town's standards. The Measure G Monitoring Committee will be meeting soon and they could address these issues. Mis, Breen/Kilkus, to approve consent agenda item (e). Ayes: All. Absent: Kroot. Regarding item (g), Breen asked about participation. If Supreme Court grants the appeal, council can join in support at that time. Mis, Breen/Kilkus, to approve consent agenda item (g). Ayes: All. Absent: Kroot. Town Administrator Pollard noted that an additional item has surfaced and the need to take action arose following the posting of the agenda. The item is the endorsement of SB 31, appropriatipg funds for dealing with the Sudden Oak Death problem. Mis, Chignell/Breen, to place the new item between items 7 and 8. Ayes: All. Absent: Kroot. 2 Minutes of the San Anselmo Town Council December 12, 2000 2. INTRODUCTION AND FIRST READING OF AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE AMENDMENT TO THE SEMINARY MASTER PLAN TO RENOVATE THE DWELLING. WHICH WAS DESIGNATED TO BE DEMOLISHED IN THE 1999 SEMINARY MASTER PLAN UPDATE. TO BE USED AS HOUSING FOR UP TO TWELVE STUDENTS OF THE SAN FRANCISCO THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY. 26 KENSINGTON CQURT. Senior Planner Wight presented the staff report. This would amend the Seminary Master Plan, and, if approved, would be agendized for adoption January 9. Breen asked if this change would give the community an attractive addition to the neighborhood. Wight answered affirmatively. Chignell asked ifthere has been any public opposition to this. Wight answered in the negative. Mis, Chignell/Kilkus, to introduce and waive reading of an ordinance approving amendments to the language regarding 26 Kensington Court in the San Francisco Theological Seminary Master Plan, and continue this item to the January 9, 2001 agenda for adoption of the ordinance and use permit. Ayes: All. Absent: Kroot. 3. a) INTRODUCTION AND FIRST READING OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 2 OF TITLE I MAKING CODE VIOLATIONS A PUBLIC NUISANCE. b) DISCUSSION REGARDING ESTABLISHING AN ADMINISTRATIVE CITA TI ON/ENFORCEMENT PROCEDURE FOR VIOLATIONS OF PERMIT CONDITIONS. . Planning Director Feagans presented the staff report. This ordinance would add to the existing public nuisance ordinance to make code violations a public nuisance. The second item is the recommendation ofa new, full process regarding enforcement of conditions and existing codes. The process would set up an administrative citation procedure, including Citations and administrative hearings at the staff level. Town Attorney Roth has reviewed the procedure and concurred. Chignell said the procedure is limited to when citizens complain, but we also wanted to set it up so staff would follow up on conditions. Planning Director Feagans said staff could go back and enforce conditions on projects. Immediate remedies are placing the project conditions right on building plans, working with the Building Inspector and Police to do more enforcement. Town Administrator Pollard said staff is working on strengthening coordination between departments. Staff is also working on project condition monitoring, first focusing on high profile projects. For next year's budget, staff would evaluate whether any staffing changes are warranted for consideration. Louise Mathews, Foothill Road, asked if public nuisance code violations are violations of conditions of approval or violations of any building requirement. The ordinance just makes code violations a public nuisance. Administrative hearings held by staff are not in good form. The Town should utilize the state administrative hearing officers. Building Official Angerman said this procedure is a step in the right direction. Code violations are cut and dried. It's when people ignore the rules that staff needs help. Hodgens asked what the punitive remedy would be with this procedure. Planning Director Feagans said fines are one remedy, as is project shutdown: Mis, Chignell/Breen, to waive reading and introduce the ordinance amending Chapter 2 of Title I making code violations a public nuisance. Ayes: All.' Absent: Kroot. Mis, Chignell/Breen, to establish an administrative citation and enforcement ordinance. Ayes: All. Absent: Kroot. 3 Minutes of the San Anselmo Town Council December 12, 2000 4. APOPTION OF AN URGENCY ORDINANCE APDING SECTION 1-2.12 OF CHAPTER 2 OF TITLE I OF THE SAN ANSELMO MlJNICIP AL CODE AUTHORIZING INSPECTION WARRANTS TO DETERMINE ZONING AND BUil.DING CODE VIOLATIONS. Town Attorney Roth presented the staff report. An inspection warrant requires an authorizing ordinance. The urgency is because of the situation at 125 Redwood Road; this ordinance would expedite the process. To go into effect, the ordinance must be adopted unanimously as only four Councilmembers are present, or re-presented at the next meeting. Chignell said his concern is that this ordinance is being tailored specifically to one situation. What is the public health and safety issue at 125 Redwood? Town Attorney Roth said the ordinance just allows an inspection. There appear to an abundance of facts showing violations at that address. There is reasonable cause to believe there are violations. He sent a letter to the property owner asking permission to inspect, but the response was non-responsive. Planning Director Feagans said the occupancy of an accessory structure not intended for habitation is the issue. Kilkus said there has been obstruction by the property owner, and something was needed in the code in order to move forward. Louise Mathews, Foothill Road, said that in 1997 when this item was heard, no action is reflected in the minutes. She sees no urgency to this matter. She is concerned that this staff report didn't appear on the web page with other staff reports. An ordinance amendment was just introduced for Title 1 Chapter 2, so there is nothing to tie this to, as that is not approved. This law will affect thousands. It should be brought forward in January as an introduction or continuation of this meeting. Chignell asked ifthe property owner is represented by Counsel. Town Attorney Roth said the response to his letter was from the property owner. Breen said this is a significant piece oflegislation. He leans toward the non-urgency approach; it is a useful ordinance. Hodgens said for three years the resident has known about this. It wouldn't be a surprise, but she would go along with approving the ordinance in the usual way. Mis, Breen/Chignell, to introduce the ordinance and waive reading adding Section 1-2.12 of Chapter 2 ofTitle I of the San Anselmo Municipal Code authorizing inspection warrants to determine zoning and building code violations. Ayes: All. Absent: Kroot. 5. APPEAL OF PLANNING COMMISSION'S DENIAL OF THE PRECISE DEVELOPMENT PLAN AND DESIGN REVIEW FOR A SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING ON PROPERTY LOCATED BETWEEN 41 AND 43 TOMAHAWK DRIVE. NP 177-250-31. IN THE R-1 H Senior Planner Wight presented the staff report. Councilmember Chignell inquired about the adequacy of the drainage review. Wight said that staff can inform the residents of the Public Works Director's review on the drainage, and take their comments on his requirements. Vice Mayor Hc;idgens inquired about the idea to place the parking below the structure. Wight reported that there were physical restrictions to the relocation of the garage. Fred Divine, Project Architect, presented photographs and drawings of the project and an 4 ,. Minutes of the San Anselmo Town Council December 12, 2000 explanation of the design and the review process. He said the applicant and he met with neighbors, and adjusted the design and landscaping based on neighborhood comments. The house is not higher than other homes; rather it is under the.height limit, and the challenge is that the site is a visible site. The suggestion to bring down the parking with switchbacks is not feasible. The house has the smallest footprint of the houses in that area, is consistent in size with the other homes in the neighborhood, and the landscaping will be 14 feet at planting. The last design has broken up the mass of the building that was raised as a concern. Tommy Kennedy, property owner, said he has met in the last couple of weeks with the neighbors, and submitted a letter from the owner of 43 Tomahawk in support of the project. He said that the owners of 41 Tomahawk were going to be present this evening in support of the project but had a family emergency. Mr. Divine said that the drainage concepts have been reviewed by the soils engineer and the Town, and pulled as far away from neighboring properties as possible. Mr. Kennedy said that the only water coming from the property would be from the downspouts and the roof. Margy Kuntz, 18 Indian Rock Court, said her concern has been the gully that borders her property, Mr. Kennedy's property, and others, and she is concerned about the impact of the house on the downhill drainage. Ifyou try to move the house closer to the trees, there would be a steeper drop-off. There has been a loss of four oaks and a bay tree to root rot from excess water, and she would be opposed to moving the house further down the hill. She is concerned about the liability from drainage, and wants to be notified when the drainage plans are finalized. David Fox, 11 Indian Rock Road, said he appreciated Mr. Kennedy's willingness to work with the neighbors, and modify the design and landscaping. He is concerned about the impact and liability from drainage, and the certainty that the trees will remain in good health now and beyond the current owner. He said the owner of 48 Indian Rock concurs with his remarks; he is concerned about drainage and maintaining the landscaping. Mary Whitehead, 2 Indian Rock Court, wants to be notified with the engineering reports. She said she and her neighbor at 10 Indian Rock Court, were never contacted by Mr. Kennedy, despite a statement made that he had spoken with them. She wants to make sure that there is adequate inspection to insure that whatever is approved is actually built. Connie Hanson, 27 Indian Rock Road, raised concerns about the view corridors from Broadmoor because of this property's visibility as a ridge parcel, and urged there be adequate screening with landscaping. Mr. Kennedy said he put a flyer on every property on Indian Rock Court; perhaps some blew away. Councilmember Kilkus said he felt the applicant and the Planning Commission both worked hard to make the design work. Councilmember Chignell said he hoped there would be unanimity by the neighbors to locate the parking down by the oak trees, although it is not desired by the property owner. He feels that the current house location is probably the best one. He expressed concern that the landscaping requirements be upheld over time, and that staff report back on how the neighborhood can be involved in reviewing the final drainage plans. He said it was unfortunate that this was not previously preserved for open space. Councilmember Breen agreed that it is unfortunate that this is a buildable site; but it is. Issues about drainage and liability are v~id issues and concerns. That can happen with due consideration and involvement of thq neighborhood. ·He would go along ;\Vith the project tonight, with the conditions discussed earl~e~. · .. ·~ Vice Mayor Hodgens asked how the neighbors wiU review the drainage plahs, aq 5 Minutes of the San Anselmo Town Council December 12, 2000 Regarding the drainage, Wight said that wording could be added to the conditions on drainage that the Town Engineer will notice the neighbors prior tQ issuance of a building permit. The condition on landscaping would be recorded as a deed restriction. Chignell confirmed that no permit would be issued until the Public Works Director notices people who want to be noticed, let them come in and review, can object to opinion, prior to building permit Specific trees to be maintained will be in the deed restriction. Hodgens asked that Town Attorney Roth contact the residents who were concerned tonight about liability problems. Mis, Breen/Kilkus, to support the appeal and approve the project as presented, with the stipulations that the issue with the drainage be resolved and the deed restriction on the landscaping be recorded .. Ayes: All. Absent: Kroot. Before the vote, Mr; Kennedy agreed with the conditions. 6. APPROVE MEMORANDUM OF UNPERST ANDING BETWEEN THE TOWN OF FAIRfAX. THE COUNTY OF MARIN AND THE TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO TO EXPLORE THE POTENTIAL PUBLIC PURCHASE OF THE MARIN TOWN AND CQUNTRY CLUB IN FAIRFAX AND APPROPRIATE · $5.000 FROM CONTINGENCY FOR PUBLIC OPINION POLLING AND FINANCIAL ADVISORY SERVICES. Administrator Pollard presented the staff report. A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) has been prepared outlining the steps to be taken, including a public survey, financial information about the purchase, negotiating a purchase agreement with the property owners and making a recommendation to the public agencies on the feasibility of making a public purchase. San Anselmo and Fairfax are expected to provide monies, as is the County of Marin. The cost of participation for San Anselmo is $5,000, which would come from the Contingency Fund. This MOU has been approved by the Town of Fairfax and is scheduled to go to the County of Marin tentatively on December 19. Chignell said his understanding is that Fairfax made changes to the MOU at the last meeting. Regarding the hiring of a consultant, does the Committee have someone in mind? Town Administrator Pollard said Fairfax decided not discuss the appraisal in the MOU. Breen said two possible consultants are being considered, Godbe and Associates and a Sacramento firm that has done work for the Congestion Management Agency. Hodgens questioned the importance of the lead entity. Town Administrator Pollard responded that any implementation of provisions of the MOU would be the responsibility of Fairfax as the property is located in Fairfax. Chignell asked if an offer has been made on the property. Roger Smith, Realtor, said there is an offer on the property, but they are holding them at bay to see this issue resolved. They had hoped to do some preliminary negotiations once a joint powers authority had been formed, but since that is not now the case, they are not sure who to discuss this with. They are not accepting offers right now, pending resolution of this issue. Louise Matthews, Foothill Road, regarding item A on page 1, asked about the purchase agreement. Perhaps purchase price agreement would be better language. Would a negotiator be used at this point? Ifnot a negotiator, who would participate with the Councilmembers? On item E, regarding recommending the boundaries of the assessment district, would_tha,t apply ifthe body went forward with a Mello-Roos Assessment District? On ltemF, why does it say "if appropriate" regarding draft language for a public financing agreement. She would like assurance that this financing authority agreement would come b~ck in a public forum. She wants to make certain an agreement 6 .. Minutes of the San Anselmo Town Council "' December 12, 2000 is not put in place that demands that this tax succeed, much the way the county jail was constructed. Town Administrator Pollard said all the Town's prior purchase agreements have been contingent on funding being available. Regarding the negotiator, it isn't specified in the MOU because it doesn't get into that level of detail, but that would be staffs recommendation. Regarding the Mello-Roos, it would include all three jurisdictions. Regarding the word appropriate, items E and F can only be implemented if the outcome of the recommendation to the elected governing bodies is to pursue an election, then E and F would be triggered. Louise Mathews, Foothill Road, said the MOU was presented as an alternative to forming a joint powers authority at this time. Are we thinking of proceeding with a JP A? Breen answered affirmatively; if appropriate. The formation of a JPA would go along at same time that work on MOU is being done so that when MOU work is done, then the elected bodies would be asked to form theJPA. E and F would be done under the MOU running parallel, so that there would be no JPA until all conditions of this MOU are met. Roger Smith, Realtor, said typically we would enter into a letter of intent at this stage. It would be non-binding - just a show of good faith. A Jetter of intent Jays out what parties expect to happen at purchase time. Beyond that, we cannot negotiate anything without a JPA. Suzanne Lindelli, 156 Tunstead Avenue, asked the cost of the property; what is the amount each homeowner would be assessed; will there be a Mello Roos bond; shouldn't we have a letter of intent before we spend $30,000; shouldn't Town staff and Councilmembers recuse themselves from the survey; can there be some explanation of Mello Roos bonds; can the transfer development rights be looked into; will there be an appraisal and will it be based on usable land or all of the land? Hodgens said the answers to those questions could be provided as we go along. Tonight the Council is just voting on the $5,000 appropriation. Your questions will be answered before the JP A is entered into. · Town Administrator Pollard said the Committee would need to look at pursuing a letter of intent. Breen said the difficulty is that the JP A must sign a Jetter of intent and the JPA has not been formed. The committee is looking at the best vehicle for purchasing the property. They have a general agreement with the property owners. When an agreement is entered into with the Friedman's it would be a public document. Mis, Kilkus/Breen, to approve the Memorandum of Understand (MOU) between the Town of Fairfax, Town of San Anselmo, and County of Marin in pursuit of the potential public purchase of the Marin Town & Country Club property in Fairfax and appropriate $5,000 from Contingency for services authorized by the MOU, including a public opinion poll and financial advisory services. Vote after discussion: Ayes: All. Absent: Kroot. Discussion of Motion: Chignell said he will reluctantly support this now but may not down the road. We should have done a public opinion survey. He is unsure whether Sleepy Hollow would support this. A number of issues have not yet been discussed, including the existing housing, cleanup costs, expectations on the use of the property, and the logistics regarding an election. The Tamalpais Union High School District will be going for a bond in the Spring, and may have to come back in November. If this is on the ballot at the same time, it is doomed. If there is a poll, these types of questions need to be asked. Hodgens said if we cannot come out of this process with something we can agree on in the Ross Valley, then we need to let go of it and put our energy in other directions. We can't be discussing feasibility a year from now. She supports a Ross Valley public recreation facility on this property, but we can go only so far ifthere is not public will. 7 Minutes of the San Anselmo Town Council December 12, 2000 '' She supports tonight's proposal. 7. APPROVE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION FORMAT FOR MANAGEMENT EMPLOYEES. Town Administrator Pollard presented the staff report, noting that the management team w~ the Town Administrator, Recreation Director and the Fire Chief. The team met with employee groups. Chignell questioned ifthere is an area to address unethical behavior. Town Administrator Pollard said that ethics and discipline are not included in the evaluation, but could be added as "ethical decisions in managing the department." Breen said he would like to see this back after a year to see ifit is workable. He would like the reaction of staff and management's reaction to staff. He'd like to build feedback into the process. Hodgens said that any disciplinary item or significant aberration of meeting standards should be an attachment to this evaluation so that the Council can review. Secondly, she noted the new personnel manager might begin looking at how well this is implemented. Referring to employee feedback, it would be anonymous and goes back to the manager and the administrator regarding the manager's evaluation. Town Administrator Pollard acknowledged that this portion of the evaluation caused a lot of discussion by employees. Their review is just one of the four sections of the evaluation. It gives the manager an idea of how the employees see the manager and provides information to the Town Administrator. Hodgens said she has a problem with the employee feedback section. It is difficult to have upward and downward evaluations. If it were simply for feedback for the manager, that is one thing. When it is part of their formal performance appraisal, it can become an extremely messy process. She doesn't support it the way it is intended to be used. Within a small staff there should be some form of feedback, but if you put someone in a supervisory position with the right to fire or discipline a subordinate, and then give that employee the anonymous right to evaluate the manager, there can be incriminatory behaviors. Kilkus said he has a problem with that as well. If it were going straight to the manager that is .one thing, but if it is going to personnel and then to the manager that is something else. Town Administrator Pollard said the process will as anonymous as possible. We don't want the manager to try to interpret the handwriting or how many said something, so there would be one number given as a result of a group. If all the employees gave them a 1 and the individual gave him/herself a 5, that would be a reality check. Hodgens hoped that in such a small office you would know whether the employees feel their manager is a "one." She would not support this unless reworked. She doesn't want the department head to see the anonymous forms. Town Administrator Pollard said this is a way to get to the employees who may be uncomfortable in providing feedback to their manager. Louise Matthews, Foothill Road, agreed with Hodgens. She doesn't like lower level employees being given the opportunity to comment on their superiors. You might want to look at ways to inform employees they have a right to express their opinions to improve their worklife. Breen suggested testing the process with a couple of employees and managers. Town Administrator Pollard said they've met with employees and they prefer that the input be anonymous. The goal is to help a manager see how he or she is perceived by the employees, whether or not it is with an evaluation. Try it first with just the managers getting the feedback. 8 Minutes of the San Anselmo Town Council '' December 12, 2000 Kilkus asked if it could be a one-time employee and self-evaluation that 'is not part of any long-term evaluation, done as an experiment or training exercise. , · Breen said we might not be able to get this data from employees. Good managers will know who they need to talk to. Employees could speak out and no one is going to suffer from this. Chignell reiterated that an evaluation really should discuss ethics and discipline. Hodgens asked if this could be brought back with the two guidelines incorporated with a subsidiary document that discusses discipline and employee feedback for discussion with managers only. Town Administrator Pollard suggested agreeing to that this evening and moving forward with the process. Hodgens and Chignell said they would like to see the language. Town Administrator Pollard said that under supporting management objectives we could have one· criterion to discuss discipline and then attach any discipline problems. Regarding ethics, she could work directly with Chignell on language. Regarding the process part with employee evaluation, we could look at it as one-year training and not part of the evaluation. Mis, Kilkus/Hodgens, to approve the performance review process and form for management employees, with the additions that under the supporting management objectives section there would be a reflection of disciplinary actiOn. Chignell and the Town Administrator will work on wording regarding ethics, and the employee evaluation feedback section would be for supervisor's training only in order to enlighten them as to how they are perceived by their staff. Ayes: All. Absent: Kroot. Breen said he would like to see the document when it is done. 7A. CONSIDER ENDORSING SB 31. STATE LEGISLATION TO APPROPRIATE FUNPS TO ADDRESS SUDDEN OAK DEATH SYNPROME. Mis, Breen/Kilkus, to endorse SB 31, state legislation to appropriate funds to address Sudden Oak Death Syndrome. Ayes: AIL Absent: Kroot. 8. ADJOURN IN MEMORY OF DORIS HARNSBERGER. The meeting was adjourned at 11 :06 p.m. in memory of Doris Harnsberger. Debra Stutsman 9