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MONTE SERENO CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING
7:00 p.m.
May 7, 2024
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
At approximately 7:02 p.m., Mayor Wolsheimer called the meeting to order.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Monte Sereno Staff Member Thomas lead the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL
Present – Chambers: Councilmember Turner, Councilmember Ellahie, Councilmember Mekechuk, Vice Mayor Craig and Mayor Wolsheimer
Present – Remote: None
Absent: None
Staff: City Engineer/Public Works Director Jordan, City Planner Perkins, City Clerk Gonzalez-Langarica, City Manager Leonardis, City Attorney Powell
Staff – Remote: None
ORDERS OF THE DAY
Councilmember Mekechuk suggested that Item #6 under Public Hearings go right after tonight’s presentation in consideration of the public members attending this evening’s meeting for that item.
The Council agreed.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Mayor Wolsheimer recused himself, as he lives within a 500 ft radius of Item #3.
Vice Mayor Craig lead the meeting in the recusal of Mayor Wolsheimer.
3. Consideration of Daves Avenue “S” Curve Safety Measures City Engineer/Public Works Director Jordan provided a staff report and answered questions from the Council.
Discussion ensued.
Vice Mayor Craig opened the item for Public Comment.
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Resident E. Wolsheimer
Resident Sheridan
Resident N. Wolsheimer
Resident Jackson (Remote)
Resident Medefesser
Resident Wood
Resident Spitzer
Resident Charles
Resident C. Call
Resident E. Sliva
Resident B. Call
Resident Inlegal
Resident Berstein
Resident L. Sliva
With no one else wishing to speak, Vice Mayor Craig closed Public Comment.
Vice Mayor Craig reopened Public Comment.
Public Comment
Former Mayor Lawler
With no one else wishing to speak, Vice Mayor Craig closed Public Comment.
MOTION: Motion by Councilmember Mekechuk to install (2) speed tables, a sidewalk and reflectors on lane line. Seconded by Councilmember Ellahie.
VOTE: Motion failed. (2-2-1 Absent: Wolsheimer)
MOTION: Motion by Councilmember Mekechuk to install (2) speed tables and a sidewalk. Seconded by Councilmember Ellahie.
VOTE: Motion passed. (4-0-1 Absent: Wolsheimer)
Vice Mayor Craig requested a short (5 minute) recess before proceeding with the meeting.
The Council agreed.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
None.
PRESENTATIONS
None.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
None.
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ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
None.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
None.
CONSENT CALENDAR (TO BE ACTED UPON BY A SINGLE MOTION)
1. Approve Warrant List Dated May 7, 2024 in the amount $186,504.38
2. Approve the Minutes of the April 16, 2024 Regular City Council Meeting Councilmember Turner requested to pull Item #2.
Mayor Wolsheimer opened the Consent Calendar for Public Comment. With no one wishing to speak, Mayor Wolsheimer closed Public Comment.
MOTION: Motion by Vice Mayor Craig to approve Item #1 on the Consent Calendar.
Seconded by Councilmember Turner.
VOTE: Motion passed. (4-0-1- Abstain: Mekechuk)
MOTION: Motion by Vice Mayor Craig to approve Item #2 (with an amendment to reflect what happened at the meeting) on the Consent Calendar. Seconded by Vice Mayor Craig.
VOTE: Motion passed. (4-1-0 Noes: Ellahie)
PUBLIC HEARING
8. Adopt a Resolution to Amend the General Plan by Adopting the 2023-2031 Housing Element (CEQA: Exempt, Guidelines sections 15303, 15332, 15061) City Planner Perkins provided a staff report and answered questions from the Council.
Discussion ensued.
Mayor Wolsheimer opened the item for Public Hearing. With no one wishing to speak, Mayor Wolsheimer closed the Public Hearing.
MOTION: Motion by Councilmember Mekechuk to Adopt Resolution to Amend the General Plan by Adopting the 2023-2031 Housing Element. Seconded by Vice Mayor Craig.
VOTE: Motion passed. (5-0-0)
NEW BUSINESS
9. Consider Adoption of a Resolution Declaring Hazardous Vegetation (Brush) a Public Nuisance City Attorney Powell provided a staff report on behalf of the City Clerk and answered questions from the Council.
Discussion ensued.
Mayor Wolsheimer opened the item for Public Comment.
Public Comment
Resident Shannon
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MOTION: Motion by Councilmember Mekechuk to Adopt a Resolution Declaring Hazardous Vegetation (brush) a Public Nuisance and providing for Abatement. Seconded by Councilmember Turner.
VOTE: Motion passed. (5-0-0)
COMMITTEE/COMMISSION REPORTS
Vice Mayor Craig shared that the first annual “Keep Our City Pretty” event was a success. The Vice Mayor thanked staff and volunteers for coming out and getting involved. Vice Mayor Craig shared that at the last Youth Commission meeting, ways were discussed as to how to help enhance the vitality of the Youth Commission for the upcoming year. Vice Mayor Craig shared that the Chief Financial Officer Chuck is retiring from the Santa Clara County Library JPA after 24 years of public service.
Councilmember Ellahie shared seeing The Fall Guy movie and recommends it.
Councilmember Turner stated nothing to report.
Mayor Wolsheimer reported that the Town of Los Gatos has voted to join the Silicon Valley Animal Control Authority. The Town of Los Gatos was under contract with the City of San Jose before.
Mayor Wolsheimer shared the Wesst Valley Mayors and Managers met a couple of weeks ago; the meeting was a failure because it was held in a noisy public restaurant. The meeting has been rescheduled for next week at Cisco Systems.
Councilmember Mekechuk shared he will be out next week traveling internationally.
Councilmember Mekechuk reported that the Valley Transportation Authority Policy Advisory Committee will be meeting this Thursday. The West Valley Clean Water Authority is considering a name change. West Valley Solid Waste Management Authority is meeting on the fourth week in May for consideration on a budget and approval of new rates. The Silicon Valley Clean Energy Authority’s executive committee met last week in anticipation of the board meeting that will be held tomorrow.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS
None.
CITY MANAGER’S REPORT
City Manager Leonardis reported that this year’s Picnic will be held at a different site location to accommodate an increased number of guests.
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Councilmember Turner would like information on the pros and cons of the City converting to a charter city.
Mayor Wolsheimer opened the item for Public Comment. With no one wishing to speak, Public Comment was closed. The City Council adjourned to Closed Session at approximately 9:46 p.m.
RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION
11. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL- EXISTING LITIGATION
Government Code Section 54956.9
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Case No.: 5:04-cv-03946
Staff Present: City Attorney Powell, City Manager Leonardis
RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION
The City Council reconvened to Open Session at approximately 10:20 p.m. with Mayor Wolsheimer, Vice Mayor Craig, Councilmember Mekechuk, Councilmember Ellahie and Councilmember Turner present.
CLOSED SESSION REPORT
Mayor Wolsheimer stated that there were no reportable actions.
ADJOURN
Mayor Wolsheimer adjourned the meeting at approximately 10:20 p.m.
Evert Wolsheimer, Mayor
ATTEST:
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Gloisy Gonzalez-Langarica, City Clerk
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