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CC 01-19a-93 CITY OF CUPERTINO, STATE OF CALIFORNIA C-851 10300 TORRE AVENUE, CUPERTINO, CA 95014 TELEPHONE: (408) 252-4505 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING, HELD JANUARY 19, 1993, COUNCIL CHAMBER, CITY HALL 10300 TORRE AVENUE, CUPERTINO, CALIFORNIA CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 6:45 p.m. by Mayor Szabo. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL Counc. Present: Dean, Goldman, Koppel, Sorensen, Mayor Szabo Staff Present: City Manager Brown City Clerk Cornelius Director of Public Works Viskovich Director of Community Development Cowan Assistant to the City Manager Brown Director of Parks and Recreation Dowling Director of Finance Snyder Public Information Officer Krey City Attorney Kilian CEREMONIAL MATTERS - PRESENTATIONS - None. POSTPONEMENTS - None. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Nancy Burnett, 729 Stendhal Lane, representing CURB, addressed Council regarding total growth in the City. She stated that the City Council should start with a lower base number in regard to non-residential growth. Upon receiving a request that she submit something in writing, Ms. Burnett submitted a CURB flyer. MINUTES OF THE JANUARY 19, 1993, REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING (CC-851) Floyd Meyer demanded an apology for what he felt was uncouth phone conduct. He stated it was uncalled for. He addressed the "deplorable state of affairs" in regard to the Jazz Cafe and questioned Council's ability to run the City. He asked what had happened to make Hewlett Packard angry with the City. He had heard it was a proposed requirement to provide housing in order to build. He demanded an opportunity for him to speak be placed on the agenda. Mayor Szabo found him out of order and requested that he sit. The Mayor stated that Mr. Meyer had called him at work on Friday and wanted to discuss two matters of litigation. Mayor Szabo stated he would not discuss on-going litigation. Following that, Mr. Meyer called him at home Saturday and again Saturday night, followed by another phone call Sunday at 8:40 a.m., all regarding litigation. The Mayor stated that the City Attorney has told Council not to discuss on-going litigation. Mr. Meyer stated that was not what was being discussed. Staff had told him litigation regarding the park was closed, also, that the Norman case was closed. Mayor Szabo stated he had written a letter stating it is not closed. CONSENT CALENDAR It was moved by Counc. Sorensen, seconded by Counc. Koppel and passed unanimously to approve the Consent Calendar as submitted. 1. Monthly Activity Report, December, 1992. 2. Monthly Treasurer's Report and Budget Update, December, 1992. 3. Approval of minutes of the regular meeting of December 7, 1992 (CC-849). 4. Approval of minutes of the regular meeting of January 4, 1993 (CC-850). 5. Resolution No. 8820: "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Cupertino Accepting Quitclaim Deed and Authorization for Underground Water Rights From Michael William Stanek and Carol Stanek, 10382 Mira Vista Road." 6. Resolution No. 8821: "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Cupertino Approving Parcel Map and Improvement Plans of Property Located at Seeber Court and Stelling Road, Developer, Ching Lin, Authorizing Execution of Improvement Agreement; Authorizing Signing of Parcel Map and Improvement Plans." 2 MINUTES OF THE JANUARY 19, 1993, REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING (CC-851) 7. Resolution No. 8822: "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Cupertino Allowing Certain Claims and Demands Payable in the Amounts and From the Funds as Hereinafter Described for General and Miscellaneous Expenditures for the Period Ending December 31, 1992. 8. Resolution No. 8823: "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Cupertino Allowing Certain Claims and Demands Payable in the Amounts and From the Funds as Hereinafter Described for General and Miscellaneous Expenditures for the Period Ending January 8, 1993. Vote Members of the City Council AYES: Dean, Goldman, Koppel, Sorensen, Szabo NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS 9. Consideration of renewal of bingo permits: (a) Holy Name Society of St. Joseph's Church, 10110 - DeAnza Boulevard (b) International Order of Odd Fellows #70, 20598 Homestead Road (c) Northwest Valley Y's Men's Club, 20803 Alves Drive Following staff report, there was no public input. Therefore, the matter was brought to Council. It was moved by Counc. Koppel, seconded by Counc. Goldman and passed unanimously to authorize renewal of bingo permits for St. Joseph's Church, IOOF, and the Northwest Valley Y's Men's Club. 10. Application 3-GPA-90 - Consideration of a comprehensive amendment of the Cupertino General Plan, including land use, housing, transportation, open space preservation, public safety, conservation and noise elements. This hearing will include a specific review of the following: 1) School impacts. 2) General Plan implementation program and determination of priorities. 3) Reconsideration of building height requirements. 3 MINUTES OF THE JANUARY 19, 1993, REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING (CC-851) Director of Community Development Cowan reviewed the staff report. Robin Phillips, Cupertino Union School District, answered questions from Council. She stated that all fees to the school district are contingent on state law. The district has completed its demographic study. Additional growth means a place for additional students and a need for additional fees. The district is nearing capacity on its existing sites. Developer impact fees can only be charged for increased development (new growth). Gene Longinetti, Fremont Union High School District, presented slides showing the district area and the Cupertino General Plan impact on Fremont Union High School District. In regard to the re-opening of Sunnyvale High School, he stated that would be a Board decision. The facility has been leased to Westinghouse and part of it still is. Mark Kroll, City Center Associates, addressed Council regarding the figures used by Mr. Longinetti. He stated he felt it was inaccurate to use 2,000 sq. ft. as the home size. He felt it should not be that large. Mr. Cowan stated that the school district had gotten the numbers from the City. The number used is a composite of townhouses and regular residential homes. Ann Anger requested clarification. She stated not just the cities of Cupertino and Sunnyvale are in the school district. She was informed that fees are charged across all six cities. Mr. Kroll emphasized that a good education is important and that accurate figures need to be used. Nancy Burnett, representing CURB, agreed. Floyd Meyer said the area schools are among the best. They are horribly expensive. He had last heard it cost approximately $4,000 per student. He urged that more children be placed in private schools and stated that schools are ponderous and not cost effective. There being no more public input, the Mayor brought discussion to Council. Mr. Cowan stated that the district board assigns the fees. The City just monitors and makes sure they are paid to the district. The City does not refer individual development to the schools. This is done during General Plan time. Regarding the possibility of a development agreement to mitigate school problems, the City Attorney stated it was possible, but could not be forced. Any mitigation would be voluntary on the part of the developer. 4 MINUTES OF THE JANUARY 19, 1993, REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING (CC-851) The Council may withhold approval of a development if the school cannot accommodate the growth. City Manager Brown said it is difficult to predict the future. It is important that each agency keep track of what happens as things go along and that they communicate. It was moved by Counc. Koppel, seconded by Counc. Dean and passed unanimously to approve staff recommendation regarding policies pertaining to the school district. Mr. Cowan reviewed a revised map dated January 19, 1993, reflecting change on Stevens Creek Boulevard to 30-45 feet. He pointed out a FAX received from John Hailey of Tandem regarding building heights. Diane Marie Okata asked if there were any documentation stating that the southeast of Stevens Creek Boulevard and DeAnza Boulevard remain open space. Mr. Kroll replied that there is a deed restriction. Phil Zeitman, CURB, expressed concerns regarding maximum building heights. He felt that air conditioning units on top of buildings would increase the height. The Town Center density is overpowering. He requested a two story limit in R1 zones and a three story limit along industrial/commercial corridors. The maximum height per story should be specific in the General Plan and measured from street level. Buildings adjacent to residential should be no higher than the residential buildings and should not intrude on privacy. They should not block views or sunlight. He urged Council to control density. He stated that PD residential which includes single family residences should conform with R1 rules. He urged that Council drop the 60 ft. height limit on Wolfe Road to 45 feet. He stated he would supply the Mayor with a copy of his remarks. Al Hoffman, resident north of City Hall, said that in his area, there are buildings twice as high as his home. He expressed concern that building heights will not include the height of the roof structures. He also felt that the street elevation is proper for measuring building heights. The General Plan says nothing about sunshine and shadows. He felt it should limit the shadows. Staff was directed to look at shadow-related policies of other cities. Herman Hijmans, representing the Cupertino Chamber of Commerce, was concerned regarding a bit by bit reduction in heights in Cupertino. The economy of Cupertino is important to all of its citizens. Chipping away heights would be counter-productive to land use. He read the Chamber position. 5 MINUTES OF THE JANUARY 19, 1993, REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING (CC-851) Nancy Burnett, CURB, said she did not see Council chipping away at heights. Heights are being raised. She is concerned regarding parapets; visual height is important. She handed out a copy of CURB suggestions for modification of landmark building criteria. Mark Kroll, City Center Associates, addressed Council regarding mechanical and elevator penthouses. He said he thought there had been closure on that issue. Floyd Meyer addressed Council regarding Tandem and any housing requirement. He stated that perhaps he did not understand. Mayor Szabo informed him this was not a question and answer period. He suggested Mr. Meyer call City Hall for information. City Manager Brown said he would be happy to give Mr. Meyer a copy of the Hewlett Packard letter and answer his questions. Mr. Meyer asked how many businesses were involved. He also suggested that front yards be turned away from major streets. Mayor Szabo requested that Mr. Meyer be seated. He stated that anyone who builds in Cupertino provides housing mitigation. Mr. Meyer came back to the podium and Mayor Szabo declared that he was out of order. Mr. Cowan addressed the document submitted by Mr. Zeitman on behalf of CURB. In regard to Item 1, a two story limit in neighborhoods zoned for two family dwellings, Mr. Cowan stated that currently there is a 28 ft. height limitation. In regard to a three story maximum limit along industrial/commercial corridors, he stated that this General Plan would take precedence. Generally, the buildings are 30-45 ft. in height. The possibility of a maximum height per story to be specified in the General Plan is a policy question. In regard to maximum heights being measured from street level, Mr. Cowan stated that this is currently being done. The City is using the average curb height. In regard to the next issue of there being no exceptions in height limitation, he stated that heights cannot be contrary to the General Plan. The next issue addressed by CURB, buildings adjacent to existing residences be no taller than the predominating height of surrounding residences and not intruding on privacy of existing residents, Mr. Cowan stated that although this is difficult in mixed areas, the City does have a policy that protects mixed neighborhoods. The next issue CURB addressed was that no buildings should be permitted to obscure either natural views or direct sunshine from existing single family residences. Some residences do have hillsides blocked. The City does not have a shadow policy for existing structures. The City may wish to examine one. It was suggested Mr. Cowan check with Palo Alto. Issue No. 8 is a statement. Issue No. 9, regarding quality of life, basically states an intention of the General Plan. In regard to the last item, which pertains to PD Residential, Mr. Cowan said Planning Commission hesitates to do planned developments. Such a policy as suggested could be added to the General Plan. 6 MINUTES OF THE JANUARY 19, 1993, REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING (CC-851) Mr. Cowan then stated that in regard to mechanical structures, the General Plan states they are to be not visible from adjacent streets. Mr. Cowan then referred to the document prepared by CURB with their suggestion for modification of landmark building criteria and stated that the suggestions were good. By consensus, Council continued the public hearing to the meeting of February 1, at which time implementation will be discussed. RECESS: 8:45-9:00 P.M. 11. Application 81,043 - Zoning Codification - Public hearing to consider minor amendments to zoning ordinances. The zoning ordinances were recently reformatted and consolidated; additional amendments are needed to correct and clarify changes resulting from that process. (a) First reading of Ordinance No. 1618: "An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Cupertino Amending Title 19 of the Cupertino Municipal Code Pertaining to Definitions, Permitted Uses, Height and Setbacks, Procedures, and Other Topics." There being no public input, the Mayor brought discussion to Council. It was moved by Counc. Koppel, seconded by Counc. Sorensen and passed unanimously to approve the proposed ordinance. It was moved by Counc. Sorensen, seconded by Counc. Koppel and passed unanimously to read Ordinance No. 1618 by title only and the City Clerk's reading to constitute the first reading thereof. PLANNING APPLICATIONS 12. Application No. 10-U-92 and 19-EA-92 - Westfield, Inc. - Approval of design theme for previously approved parking structure on the front parking lot (Stevens Creek Boulevard frontage) of the Sears Department Store in Vallco Fashion Park. Recommended for approval. (Continued from December 7, 1992.) Mr. Cowan told Council that the Planning Commission and Architectural and Site Approval Committee support Alternate C with certain modifications. The Planning Commission suggests that the final plans come back to them for a detailed look. Jim Eller, representing Westfield, said he would like to resolve the architectural issues tonight as much as possible. 7 MINUTES OF THE JANUARY 19, 1993, REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING (CC-851) Wally Ferrera, project architect for Westfield, reviewed the Alternate C drawings and answered Council's questions. There being no public input, discussion was brought to Council. Concerns expressed include circulation, the ability of being able to build something in front of the parking structure, the proposed metal roof, and landscaping and the fact that it looks too much like a garage. Demetri Vazelakis, representing Westfield, felt that the proposal represents the best circulation plan. Another issue of concern mentioned, was the need to strengthen the connection of the facade. By consensus, Council expressed approval of the application subject to Planning Commission Resolution No. 4439 with the following amendments: Elimination of the metal roof, strengthening the connection of the facade and reworking of the vegetation. Council also directed that the circulation be looked at. It was moved by Counc. Koppel and seconded by Counc. Dean to refer the application back to the Planning Commission after which it will return to the City Council. Following discussion, Council decided to refer the application to the Planning Commission for an informational report if they choose to submit one. 13. Application No. 15-TM-89 (Amended) - Kier & Wright (Harry Gheno, property owner) - Modification of condition of approval of tentative map regarding tree preservation, Parkside Drive. Environmental Determination: Categorically Exempt. Recommended for approval. Director of Community Development Cowan reviewed the application amendment with Council. Counc. Koppel requested that Council return to Application No. 10-U-92, Item No. 12, as everyone was still present. It was determined that it could be discussed. By consensus, Council requested that the applicant also consider planter boxes on the structure. It was moved by Counc. Koppel, seconded by Counc. Sorensen and passed unanimously to approve removal of trees per Planning Commission Resolution No. 4437. ARCHITECTURAL AND SITE APPROVAL COMMITTEE APPLICATIONS 14. None. 8 MINUTES OF THE JANUARY 19, 1993, REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING (CC-851) UNFINISHED BUSINESS 15. None. NEW BUSINESS 16. Establishing time and location for review of Five Year Forecast of Operating Revenue, Expenditures and Capital Projects. By consensus, Council set 6:45 p.m., Monday, February 22, in Conference Rooms C and D as time and place for the meeting. 17. Accepting resignation of Victoria Robledo from Fine Arts Commission and establishing procedure for filling vacancy. It was moved by Counc. Goldman, seconded by Counc. Koppel to accept the resignation and make the appointment at the meeting of January 20. 18. Cupertino Host Lions Club service project: Construction of utility building at Blackberry Farm. Richard Madigan and David Lee, past presidents of the Lions Club, stated there was one concern regarding the timing. On January 23, the City will get bids on the sewer line and award it February 1. Director of Parks and Recreation Dowling wants the building finished prior to April 11 or it would be necessary to wait until September when the park closes to complete it. The club will have to work with whomever gets the bid. Mr. Dowling stated that NARI is also contributing time and experience. It was moved by Counc. Koppel, seconded by Counc. Goldman to accept the offer of the Cupertino Host Lions Club. 19. Report and recommendation, residential maintenance and appearance. Council discussed the possibility of consolidating the various ordinances dealing with blight/nuisances and putting them under one heading and in common language for public information. Ann Anger said a lot of people don't call and complain. They won't stick their neck out. 9 MINUTES OF THE JANUARY 19, 1993, REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING (CC-851) Ms. Anger stated she is not complaining about code enforcers. Cars standing on the street are taken care of. This is state law. Weed abatement is a county law. Monta Vista was run down. She has worked to upgrade it. Code Enforcement can't get rid of the junk accumulated; there is no ordinance to let them. She wants to add items to the code. She had submitted ordinances from various cities. There are certain things that cannot be taken to the garbage dumps, such as refrigerators. One house has had a stove in the driveway six months. Ms. Anger stressed she wants additional ordinances. Nancy Burnett, 729 Stendhal Lane, agreed with Ann Anger. She said that a neighbor had chickens. The staff could not find anything against this. City Manager Brown stated it is in the zoning code. Ann Anger also stated it is in the zoning code. She also said that noise is not the issue. Mayor Szabo pointed out that citizens have to initiate a complaint. Assistant to the City Manager Brown said that if there is a change in that policy, it will have a significant impact on staff. By consensus, Council requested a compilation of the current ordinances prepared in a user friendly manner without taking too much staff time. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS 20. Letter from Sobrato Development Companies regarding St. Joseph Seminary. Mayor Szabo reviewed a history of the letter from Mr. Sobrato and a subsequent meeting. City Attorney Kilian pointed out that no one could consider the "Sobrato Plan" without his going through the process. Council could not make any decisions just on submission of a proposal no matter where it was sent to Council. Mr. Kilian asked if Council wished to respond to the letter. It was moved by Counc. Dean and seconded by Counc. Sorensen that the Mayor respond with the policies of the City and the correct procedure and a statement that Mr. Sobrato could submit an application if he so desires. A proposal cannot be considered outside the process. John Sobrato, Sobrato Development, thanked Council for considering his letter. He said he has been going through the process about 2-1/2 years. He had met with the City Manager who advised him not to submit an application, but to go through the General Plan process. Mr. Sobrato said he developed several plans responding to input. He 10 MINUTES OF THE JANUARY 19, 1993, REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING (CC-851) submitted 13 plans over a period of time. A proposal for 490 homes was not the Diocese plan, it was the Planning Commission's plan. Mr. Sobrato requested some feedback. He could submit an application which would force the City to enact an emergency moratorium such as that done in Inspiration Heights. He feels the seminary site itself is graded and has been developed. It would be reaching to call it hillside. The church is probably more willing to cut a deal now than it would be in the future. Phil Zeitman, CURB, read a letter dated January 14, 1993, into the record. The motion to direct the Mayor to respond with policies and procedures and that an application be submitted if desired, was adopted unanimously. The Mayor stated Council would now take the issue of a possible closed session at this time. The City Attorney stated that the City is in receipt of a letter from Mr. Edward P. Davis, Jr., attorney representing the San Jose Mercury News. He reviewed the position and subject of the letter and expressed agreement with the conclusion stated. Therefore, Mr. Kilian re-entered, for the record, a letter dated August 28, 1992, from Daniel J. Curtin, Jr., who represents the Roman Catholic Diocese of San Jose. He quoted part of the letter regarding "...strong legal objections to the proposed hillside protection policies now under consideration by the City Council if they are to be applied to the Diocese's land. We raise these issues for your consideration and that of the Council in a spirit of cooperation that seeks to prevent litigation." The letter referred also to Agins v. Tiburon and Nollan v. California Coastal Commission. Mr. Kilian stated that based on this letter, in his opinion, there is significant exposure to litigation. However, Mr. Sobrato's presently pending proposal could not be discussed in closed session. Council could discuss strategies, risks, and powers regarding zoning and potential damage. The City Clerk keeps minutes of closed sessions as required by law and these minutes would be available to the District Attorney. Also, as City Attorney, he is present. On the agenda is an item that would allow a closed session to decide if Council wants to go into a closed session. A majority of the City Council may make that decision. Mr. Kilian stated that Mr. Curtin had called him today and they had a discussion of a general nature. Nadine Grant, member of OAKS, said the last time she addressed Council, she commended them regarding their open process. Previously, she had been told there was a problem in Cupertino regarding lack of open process and rules changing in the middle of the process. She felt that handling this property as an exception would not be fair and handling it behind closed doors would be worse. She expressed the belief that there is a need for a public open process. FAIR and OAKS request cancellation of any closed door sessions; however, she is relieved by Mr. Kilian's assurances. The structure and process for a closed session was not clear before. 11 MINUTES OF THE JANUARY 19, 1993, REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING (CC-851) Counc. Koppel stated it was disturbing when there will probably not be a unanimous decision regarding a closed session. She resents her integrity being challenged. She stated that Council needs to watch its tone with the press as it can hurt the City. Following further discussion, Counc. Dean stated he did not feel there was a need for a closed session and that the direction given the Mayor in regard to the letter would suffice. Counc. Sorensen expressed support for a closed session but stated she will not participate without full Council. Counc. Goldman said he saw nothing to discuss in closed session. He agreed that Council does have the right for one, but does not feel it is appropriate. Counc. Goldman stated this is a controversial issue and expressed the feeling that any proposal that evolves needs the strictest public scrutiny. Mr. Sobrato has the right to submit a proposal. Counc. Goldman stated he had told the City Manager, the City Attorney, and the Mayor that he had grave concerns over a closed session and would not participate. He expressed strong feelings that a closed session would be inappropriate. Mayor Szabo said that he had never had a Councilmember say, "Don't give me any information." before. Counc. Goldman responded that the issue is that he does not see the need to re-discuss in closed session Council strategy. This is not an issue of information. Counc. Goldman stated that he understands and respects the Mayor's concerns. Mayor Szabo concluded by saying he did not see what harm would have been done by listening to the City Attorney in closed session. ORDINANCES 21. Second reading and enactment of Ordinance No. 1615: "An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Cupertino Amending Title 14 of the Cupertino Municipal Code to Read 'Streets, Sidewalks and Landscaping', Adding Chapter 14.15, Xeriscape Landscaping." It was moved by Counc. Koppel, seconded by Counc. Sorensen and passed unanimously to read Ordinance No. 1615 by title only and the City Clerk's reading to constitute the second reading thereof. It was moved by Counc. Koppel, seconded by Counc. Sorensen and passed unanimously to enact Ordinance No. 1615. 12 MINUTES OF THE JANUARY 19, 1993, REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING (CC-851) 22. Second reading and enactment of Ordinance No. 1616: "An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Cupertino Amending Section 2.7.3 of Ordinance No. 1606, Massage Establishments and Services." It was moved by Counc. Koppel, seconded by Counc. Sorensen and passed unanimously to read Ordinance No. 1616 by title only and the City Clerk's reading to constitute the second reading thereof. It was moved by Counc. Koppel, seconded by Counc. Sorensen and passed unanimously to enact Ordinance No. 1616. 23. Second reading and enactment of Ordinance No. 1617: "An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Cupertino Amending Section 2.04.040, City Council - Vacancy, of the Cupertino Municipal Code." It was moved by Counc. Koppel, seconded by Counc. Sorensen and passed unanimously to read Ordinance No. 1617 by title only and the City Clerk's reading to constitute the second reading thereof. It was moved by Counc. Koppel, seconded by Counc. Sorensen and passed unanimously to enact Ordinance No. 1617. RESOLUTIONS 24. None. STAFF REPORTS 25. Oral reports by staff members and submission of written reports. COUNCIL REPORTS 26. Mayor Szabo inquired about Stevens Creek Dam and possible rupture if there were an earthquake. He asked what areas would be flooded. Mr. Viskovich informed him that there is an inundation map available. The dam has been built to high standards. There is no real evacuation plan. Should such a rupture occur, the area would flood quickly. The Mayor asked if the City had developed a disaster plan for the Creston area in case of dam failure. Mr. Viskovich stated that as the dam fills, it is opened and water released. Mayor Szabo said he had been told that the dam will now be kept full. 13 MINUTES OF THE JANUARY 19, 1993, REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING (CC-851) 27. Counc. Dean stated he had met with a delegation at DeAnza College regarding parking and traffic. The residents of Rose Blossom have difficulty getting out of their street. The college is looking at a change in traffic circulation. The group also discussed students parking at The Oaks Shopping Center and on the city streets. There is on-campus parking available. The students don't want to pay the parking fee. The college is building two more structures on the campus and want a high-rise garage. Counc. Goldman stated they had also discussed getting traffic from Flint Center to Highway 85. In general, the meeting was valuable because representatives of DeAnza College heard the City's concerns. Also in regard to moving traffic from the campus to Highway 85, it was pointed out that cost will be an issue and there is a timetable which must be followed. The next phase is contacting the State of California. Discussion followed regarding the various ramp alternatives. By consensus, Council agreed that the City should pursue the top ramp shown on the transparency. In regard to cost, the Director of Public Works said that it should be approximately $150,000 maximum for the signal and road work. 28. Counc. Goldman reported that there had been a joint meeting of Council and the school districts. City staff member Pat Jocius, who presented information regarding emergency communications, had done an outstanding job. As a result of the meeting, a committee is being formed to look at short and long term funding solutions. There will be another joint meeting in six months. 29. Counc. Koppel reported that she had met with Charles Quackenbush regarding the impact of the state budget. 30. Counc. Sorensen presented year to date statistics showing clients served by Cupertino Community Services. Traffic Authority - Counc. Koppel volunteered to be the alternate if no one from another city came forward. At 11:40 p.m., Council adjourned. _____________________________ City Clerk 14