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MINUTES OF THE ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL 1/1l/61 223
P. O. Box 597
AL 2-4505
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Time:
C I T Y 0 F CUP E R TIN 0
CUPERTINO, CALIFORNIA
10321 So. Saráoga-Sunnyvale Road
8:00 P.M.
I
SALUTE TO THE FLAG
II
ROLL CALL
Councilmen Present:
Councilmen Absent:
Others Present:
Pelosi, Benetti, Jewett, Lazaneo, Saich
None
City Manager, City Clerk, City Attorney, City
Engineer
III Junipero Serra Freeway - Interchanges and Street Crossings
Councilman Lazaneo called attention to the last meeting of the
Planning Commission, December 19, 1960, wherein a representative
of the State Division of Highways presented a version of the Free-
way crossings at variance with the understanding of the City, at
least as to the requests and presentation in a form of resolutions
made by the City.
The City Engineer stated that the gentlemen from the Division of
Highways was not familiar with all the facts. He then recounted
the positon of the City with reference to the freeway agreement
and subsequent resolutions of the City and he also briefed the
Council on the latest developments.
Councilman Benetti asked about a grade separation at Blaney Aven-
ue. The City Engineer said that a grade separation is required
at Blaney Avenue according to the terms of the Freeway Agreemen.
but that in conversation with the Division of Highways at the time
the City requested an interchange for Wolfe Road, possibility was
mentioned of placing a separation or interchange at Wolfe Road in-
stead of Blaney Avenue.
The City Engineer said that Sunnyvale's plan line for Mary Avenue
called for an 86 ft. ROW while Cupertino's standard streets section
shows 90, including a 6 ft. median strip. Four traffic lanes would
be provided through structures, i.e., underpasses or overpasses.
Discussion centered on the width of Mary Avenue and the possibility
it may end at Stevens Creek Blvd. In view of the Junior College
campus which will be built at the southwest corner of Stelling and
Stevens Creek Blvd. it was the consensus of opinion that Mary Av-
enue should be planed for a 90 ft. ROW.
Wolfe Road is also planned as a 90 ft. ROW.
The City Engineer stated, with reference to parking along Mary Av-
enue, that the width will provide for 4 traffic lanes and that the
exact width is not the primary concern.
The City Manager recalled a meeting with the State Division of
Highways, about a year ago, at which time the State was uncertain
they could provide all the separations and interchanges requested,
and somewhat apprehensive. The State asked which crossing should
be eliminated in the event they could not provide them all. The
City answered "probably Blaney". At that time the State Engineers
said that if the necessary ROW was dedicated by the City and Blaney
Avenue closed, the State wouldæ in a position to buüd the approaches.
No official determination to alter the Freeway Agreeme~ took place.
The City Attorney stated that the State will have to enter into a
modification of the Freeway Agreement in order to close Blaney and
upen Wolfe Road.
Councilman Lazaneo inquired what guaranty there is that the State
will recognize paper roads, namely Mary and Wolfe.
The City Engineer answered that Mary and Wolfe may be actual streets
when the freeway is built.
Resolution 408 was read, A Resolution Of The City Council Of The
City Of Cupertino Setting Forth Its Findings And Making Its Recom-
mendations Pursuant Thereto On The Matter Of Streets Crossing The
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Proposed Junipero Serra Freeway Within The City Limits Of The
City of Cupertino.
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Councilman Saich moved the adoption of Resolution 408; Seconded
by Councilman Jewett.
AYES: Councilmen: Benetti, Jewett, Lazaneo, Saich, Peloill
NAYS: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
MOTION CARRIED: 5-0
IV Councilman Benetti referred to item IV of the minutes of the City
Council - January 5, 1961. He requested that the word "using" in
line 3 be replaced by "including". This would mean that Council
is on record as opposing a reimbursement plan for Highway 9 wid-
ening acquisition from any source whatsoever.
V Councilman Benetti stated that the Recreation Commission wants
to hire a Recreation Director. The Committee is planning on the
fact that the School Districts will stand a portion of the ex-
pense as well as the City. The School District may offer the
City a part of the School District Recreation Fund, specifically
that amount which represents the school tax for recreation paid
by ity residents.
Mayor advised the Committee to include Fremont Union 3hool Dis-
trict in the program inasmuch as the main gymnasium facilities
with the City are operated by their district.
Councilman Benetti stated that a meeting has been scheduled on
January 20, 1961 with the School District for futher discussion.
He asked whether the Council cnnsidered the program feasible.
Council answered that the discussion appeared feasible and decision
would have to rest on theficts and figures developed.
Councilman Jewett asked that the Committee check on recreation
tax levied by the High School District.
VI Ordinance 144 (Revised).
The Ordinance was read in full.
A lengthy discussion followed on possible changes to the Ordinance.
VII Meeting adjourned at 12:01 A.M. January 12, to 8:00 P.M. January
12 for further discussion of Ordinance 144 (Revised).
APPROVED:
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Mayor, y of Cupertino
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i ty Clerk