Mayor Frederik M. Fowler
Vice Mayor Julia Miller
Councilmember Manuel Valerio
Councilmember Pat Vorreiter
Councilmember Jack Walker
Councilmember Tim Risch
Councilmember John Howe

Amendment to the Salary Resolution: Executive Assistant

Mark Gregersen, Director of Human Resources presented a staff report, which clarified the justification for the salary increase for the Executive Assistant position.

RESOLUTION NO. 104-02: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SUNNYVALE AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 158-01, THE CITY'S SALARY RESOLUTION, BY MODIFYING THE PAY SCHEDULE FOR THE CLASSIFICATION TITLE EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT

Motion by Vice Mayor Miller, and seconded by Councilmember Howe to amend the salary resolution, as proposed, to implement the salary adjustment for the classification of Executive Assistant. The motion carried unanimously.

Amendment to Salary Resolution – Provision for Unclassified Service, Categories H and I

Staff Recommendation: Amend the salary resolution as proposed.

RESOLUTION NO. 105-02: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SUNNYVALE AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 158-01, THE CITY'S SALARY RESOLUTION, TO ADD A PROVISION FOR DISCRETIONARY ANNUAL REVIEW OF SALARY FOR UNCLASSIFIED SERVICE - RECREATION, CASUAL, SEASONAL, AND SPECIAL PROJECT

Proposed Program Outcome Statements, Program Intended Results, and Weighting for the Restructured Columbia Neighborhood Center Program in the Office of the City Manager

Staff Recommendation: Approve the proposed program outcome statement, outcome measures, and weighting for the following restructured program: Columbia Neighborhood Center.

RESOLUTION
NO. 106-02

Acceptance of Improvements – Sunken Gardens Golf Course Clubhouse Roof Replacement

Staff Recommendation: Accept, by resolution, the project as complete and satisfactory.

RESOLUTION NO. 106-02: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SUNNYVALE ACCEPTING AS COMPLETED WORK FOR SUNKEN GARDENS GOLF COURSE CLUBHOUSE ROOF REPLACEMENT (PR-98-10), AUTHORIZING FINAL PAYMENT AND DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO FILE NOTICE OF COMPLETION

Acceptance of Improvements – Homestead Road/Wolfe Road Water Transmission Main

Staff Recommendation: Accept, by resolution, the project as complete and satisfactory.

Adoption of City Policy Regarding the San Francisco Bay Area Water Transit Authority’s Efforts for Ferry System Expansion

Jack Witthaus, Transportation and Traffic Manager, introduced Tom Bertken, CEO of the San Francisco Bay Area Water Transit.

Mr. Bertken gave a comprehensive report on the current ferry system and displayed all of the existing water routes. He stated that the ferry systems take a significant number of vehicles off the bridges and have filled transportation gaps in emergency situations. He discussed the environmental impacts and funding sources.

Jack Witthaus, Transportation and Traffic Manager, assisted by Diekman Wolfe, Transportation Planner, presented the staff report.

Mayor Fowler opened the Public Hearing at 8:20 p.m.

Joel Suty, representing the Bay Area Council on the Water Transit Authority Technical Advisory Board, stated that Sunnyvale needs to be a leader on water transit issues in the South Bay Area. He spoke in support of the proposed Legislative Action Policy and to urge the Council to a stronger support policy leading to a multimodal South Bay Water Transit terminal at Moffett Park.

Vice Mayor Miller stated that NASA is waiting for strong support from neighboring cities before committing their support to a proposed ferry terminal at Moffett Park.

Russ Robinson, Water Transit Authority Technical Advisory Committee member, gave a brief history of water transportation in California. He urged Council to support the ferry terminal placement at the Moffett Field site.

Shawn Randolph, President of the Bay Area Economic Forum, emphasized the importance of Sunnyvale's support of water transit in the South Bay. He asserted that this is a viable transit option since Sunnyvale, in his opinion, is the most congested area in the South Bay.

Werner Gans, member of the public, believes that more information is needed before offering his support.

Vice Mayor Miller read a letter of support from San Francisco Mayor Willie Brown.

Mayor Fowler closed the Public Hearing at 8:38 p.m.

Motion by Vice Mayor Miller, and seconded by Councilmember Howe, to approve Alternative 1 with modified language to read "Replace Legislative Action Policy 1.1.13 with a new policy to support the concept of a regionally governed water transit system that is fully funded through new revenue sources. Support the Bay Area Water Transit Authority's investigation of a San Francisco Bay Ferry Expansion plan leading to a multimodal South Bay water transit terminal at Moffett Field." The motion carried unanimously.

Vice Mayor Miller [appellant] Lockheed Martin [applicant/owner]: Application for a 433 acre site located at 1111 Lockheed Way in an M-3 (General Industrial) Zoning District. (APN: 110-01-025) 2001-0684- Appeal of a Decision by the Planning Commission Approving a Use Permit to Allow Installation of a 30-Foot High Roof Mounted TV Antenna.

Trudi Ryan, Planning Officer, reviewed the status of the project and indicated that it appeared that the applicant wished to withdraw the application.

Mayor Fowler opened the Public Hearing at 8:45 p.m.

Melissa Henck, representing Lockheed Martin, requested that the application for the antenna be withdrawn.

Mayor Fowler closed the Public Hearing at 8:46 p.m.

There was no action required since the applicant withdrew the application.

Hollenbeck Avenue Underground Utility District Public Hearing

Don Wimberly, Project Manager, presented a brief staff report.

Mayor Fowler opened the Public Hearing at 8:49 p.m., and there being no public comments closed the public hearing.

RESOLUTION NO. 108-02: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SUNNYVALE DETERMINING THE PUBLIC HEALTH, SAFETY AND WELFARE REQUIRE THE ESTABLISHMENT OF AN UNDERGROUND UTILITY DISTRICT AND ORDERING THE REMOVAL OF POLES AND OVERHEAD LINES AND ASSOCIATED STRUCTURES USED OR USEFUL IN SUPPLYING ELECTRIC, COMMUNICATION AND SIMILAR OR ASSOCIATED SERVICES AND THE UNDERGROUND INSTALLATION OF SAID FACILITIES FOR SUPPLYING ELECTRIC, COMMUNICATION OR SIMILAR OR ASSOCIATED SERVICES WITHIN THE DISTRICT - HOLLENBECK AVENUE UNDERGROUND UTILITY DISTRICT

Motion by Vice Mayor Miller, and seconded by Councilmember Walker to adopt the resolution establishing the Hollenbeck Avenue Underground Utility District. The motion carried unanimously.

Trudi Ryan, Planning Officer, presented the staff report.

Councilmember Valerio noted that the area affects only a small number of units.

Councilmember Howe verified that the applications would be reviewed by the Planning Commission.

Mayor Fowler opened the Public Hearing at 8:52 p.m.

William Jacobson, applicant, addressed comments to the Council in support of the study. He proposes that a change in the land use will be compatible to the surrounding neighborhood.

Mayor Fowler closed the Public Hearing at 8:55 p.m.

Councilmember Howe noted that the applicant has been sensitive to neighborhood issues.

Motion by Councilmember Walker, seconded by Councilmember Vorreiter, to authorize the initiation of the General Plan Amendment study for the subject site from Neighborhood Shopping to Residential Medium or High Density. The motion carried unanimously.

Jack Witthaus, Transportation and Traffic Manager, gave a thorough analysis of transit service in the City of Sunnyvale. He reported on five types of transit service in Santa Clara County and Sunnyvale - buses, commuter rail, light rail, paratransit and shuttles. He responded to questions posed by Council regarding factors that would attract more riders and improvements to the existing system.

Councilmember Walker noted the safety issues and traffic congestion at schools.

Manager Witthaus responded that the obstacle in solving the traffic problems at the School District level is funding and unstable financial support from the State.

Vice Mayor Miller suggested there are Transportation for Clean Air Funds, through the BAAQMD, available for school buses.

Marvin Rose, Director of Public Works, stated that the School District has no funds for bus transportation.

In response to Councilmember Howe's query, Special Projects Coordinator Jenny Shane stated that the subsidized cost for a one way bus trip is $2.50. Federal money is awarded to subsidize County expenditures.

In response to Vice Mayor Miller's question regarding demand response service, Ms. Shane stated that this is a program that was set up by ADA for the disabled and offers limited use.

Vice Mayor Miller would like for money to be allocated for a program to subsidize seniors.

Mayor Fowler opened the Public Hearing at 9:39 p.m.

Werner Gans, member of the public, suggested asking drivers what it would take to attract riders to the public transit systems.

Irisann Nelson, Housing and Human Services Commission Chair, reported that through Outreach, it was discovered that interest is greater than previously assumed. Outreach is interested in being available to anyone who has a need. She feels that the greatest call for assistance is age-based. To be more effective this program needs better marketing.

Mayor Fowler closed the Public Hearing at 9:44 p.m.

Councilmember Walker moved, and Councilmember Vorreiter seconded, to direct staff to work with the VTA on a regular basis to review transit and paratransit service in Sunnyvale and assure that service coverage, convenience, and marketing for Sunnyvale residents and workers is optimal and to continue to work with school districts to explore ways to better utilize public transit for schools. The motion carried unanimously.

At this juncture of the meeting, Vice Mayor Miller retired for the evening at 9:50 p.m.

Completion of Sc[I]3 Special Project and Service Redesign

Vickey Johnson, Director of Libraries, presented the staff report. She noted that the two-year special project included five specific initiatives. The elements of the projects that have been completed, combined with the Council's decision of July 24, 2001 to move the Sc[I]3 operation to the Main Library, enable the termination of the project. This would make it possible to return $70,000 in special project fund to the general fund. She projected conservative revenues and accentuated that financial measures would be tracked.

Bill Soby, Chairman of the Board of Library Trustees, shared the Boards recommendation to oppose the recommendation to return the $70,000 in special project funds to the General Fund.

Mayor Fowler opened the Public Hearing at 10:23 p.m.

Adam Bell, patent attorney,and member of the Sc[I]3 Advisory Committee and Friends of Sc[I]3 Foundation, suggested revenue-raising opportunities. His assessment is that Sc[I]3 promotes innovation, which creates jobs and wealth for Silicon Valley.

Mayor Fowler closed the Public Hearing at 10:28 p.m.

Councilmember Walker moved, and Councilmember Vorreiter seconded, to: 1) Accept the return of $70,000 in special project funds to the General Fund; 2) Integrate the fee services into the Main Library operations; 3) Maintain the fee-based services separately and empower the Director of Libraries and the City Manager to eliminate and add services necessary to maintain self-sufficiency. This is in recognition of the fact that providing self-supporting fee-based services poses some risk to the City. The ability to act quickly to maximize revenue will also minimize risk; and 4) During the remainder of the current fiscal year take the steps necessary to eliminate the Enterprise Fund designation for Sc[I]3 and consider it a Special Revenue Fund to allow close monitoring of expenditures and revenues. Councilmember Howe offered a friendly amendment to include a direction to Director Johnson to provide a progress report in January 2003. The maker of the motion and the second accepted the amendment. The motion carried with Mayor Fowler dissenting and Vice Mayor Miller absent.

Appeal of the Administrative Hearing of Jan 16, 2002