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HomeMy WebLinkAbout01171972iF-1 MINUTES LiW city of pal° alto January 17, 1972 The City Council of the City of Palo Alto set on this date at 7:35 p.m. in a regular meeting with Mayor Comstock presiding. Present: Absent: Beahra, Berwald, Clark, Comstock, Henderson, Norton, Pearson, Rosenbaum, Seman None Drug Abuse Task Force Report �fiR Mii�7iY�LAIPl ..�r Mayor Comstock announced that Council would receive within the next week formal transmission of the Drug Abuse Task Force Report. He proposed that, upon receipt of the report, Council establish Monday, Januae y 3i, i512, as the date for a special meeting to discuss this report. Minutes cif Jan:uary 3, 1972 Councilman Henderson referred to page 365. Under the heading "Referendum Petition -- Old Corporation Yard Property", he stated that the ,statement by Phil DeGuere, 1120 nigh Street, should be corrected as follows: after the word "projects", delete "...and spoke against construction of the Holiday Inn", and add "...and urging signers of the referendum petition to contact the City Clerk and ask to have their names removed from the petition". On page 366, eighth pare raph, Councilman Henderson requested that the record be changed to read as follows: starting with the second sentence "He added, however, that he had read the appropriate section of the Charter and that he felt it is reasona3le to conclude that a person reading the Charter might not realize the> feed to file an affidavit of intention for a referendum. Further, since hearing this evening of the intent of the Charter Review Committee, it was his feeling it would be an injustice to throw out those signatures that would otherwise be valid except for a technicality in the Charter." The Minutes of January 3, 197"„ leer( approved as wended. Slide Presentation of Nature & Science Activities Mayor Comstock askee, atafi to proceed with their report. Kenneth Wilson, Director of City Services, introduced the Director of the Nature & Science Department, Mr. Larry White, who, he said, would present slides and a summary of the activities of the Nature & Science Department. Larry White, Director, Nature & Science Department, showed slides illustrating the programs offered to Palo Alto residents at the Baylands Nature Interpretive Center, Junior Museum, and Foothills Park, giving special emphasis to the City's Environmental Awareness and Education Program. 378 1/17/72 1 Mr. White concluded his remarks by saying that all of these efforts were not really those of the Nature & Science Department alone. The entire City staff has responded to the program and the basic philosphy has been to face current issues and relate the work being accomplished to the environmental issues. Many results have been achieved through the unique diversity of City staff. Councilman Pearson thanked Mr. Wilson and Mr. White for this evening's presentation and said it had been most enjoyable. Mayor Comstock recognized Mrs. Ellen Wyman. Mrs. Ellen Wyman, 546 Washington Avenue, stated that she was impressed with tonight's presenation but wished to express disappointment in the Junior Museum and especially the exhibits available to young children visiting the Museum. She compared Palo Alto's Junior Museum with one at Coyote Point and said that the main criticism she wished to make is that there could be more live animals and specialized activities to interest the young children. Acting City Manager Sipel respollded to Mrs. Wyman's remarks and said he hoped to have the opportunity to sit down with Mrs. - yt n and Mr.- -L. K. Wilson, and anyone else who is interested, and review the program available at the Junior Museum. Site and Desi District Approval, 2811 Middlefield Road (Safeway Stores, Inc.) Mayor Comstock asked Director of Planning 6 Community Development Fourcroy to report. Louis J. Fourcroy, Director of Planning & Community Development, stated that plans before Council tonight have been developed to the satisfaction of the Planning Commission, for approval together with the conditions recorded in the Planning Commission minutes of December 15, 1971. He noted that trees had been added and the shrubbery changed, but basically the changes were to perpetuate the plans and assure that the installation will be maintained. Councilman Beahrs stated he was delighted to see the improvements that have been made and he hoped that other mmercha:ts in this area of town would be encouraged to follow suit and improve their properties. Councilman Semen raised questions regarding the "right turn only" sign at the exit and inquired as to the accident rate at that point and the reasons for wishing to direct traffic in this manner, rather than permitting a left hand turn on to Middlefield. Director of Planning & Community Development Fourcroy replied, stating that although there had been no undue number of accidents at that point, there is traffic congestion in the area and the "right turn only" sign is intended to minimize this conflict. Responding to a question from Councilman Semen, City Attorney Stone confined that signs relating to internal circulation do not have the force of law, in the sense that violation of such a sign would not be a Municipal Code violation. Planting Commissioner tavrence Klein -stated -that the --Planning Commission's thinking in suggesting the "right turn only" sign onto Colorado Avenue .vas 3 7 9 1/17/72 that there is much more traffic on Middlefield Road than there is on Colorado, and it would be hazardous to try to cross Middlefield and make a left hand turn. Councilman Henderson asked whether there would be a sign to show "Exit Only -- Do Not Enter". Mr. Foercroy said that although such -a sign is not marked on the plans, it is indicated by the "right turn only" requirement and subject to the approval of the Traffic Engineer. MOTION: Councilman Clark moved, seconded by Norton, that the Council uphold the recommendation of the Planning Commission to approve the application of Safeway Stores, Inc, for Site and Design District approval at 2811 Middle- field Read, Zone District C -2-S and C -2 -S -D, subject to the conditions recorded in the Planning Commission minutes of December 15, 1971. The motion passed on a majority voice vote. Powers and Abilities of Cit-, to Rp u ate -us. ess ct vit es t CG fly _. til t S s�rcwamm ra�wr.s�rwr�craews.s�w Mayor Comstock acknowledged receipt of a memo dated January 13th, 1972 addressed to Council ft= Councilman Pearson; a letter dated January 12, 1972; from Frank 3. Rack; a letter received January 12, 1972, from Walter E. Wallis, 2844 Waverley Street, Palo Alto, concerning this subject. He noted that many people had requested to speak this evening and said that Council hoped to establish a five minute limit for each speaker. Mayor Comstock asked Councilman Pearson to speak to this item. Councilman Pearson reviewed her memorandum to Council dated January 13, 1972. She stated that the question raised by Venceremos last Monday night (1/10/72) is whether or not the City is able, through the use of ordinances and zoning laws, to prohibit a war industry from locating within Palo Alto's municipal boundaries. Such questions regarding regulation of businesses have come up before and she felt it would be beneficial to have some answers, even if for no other reason than to define City powers on this point. Councilman Pearson noted the controls presently exercised that affect the environment of our City. "For example, we separate industrial from residential; we control the number of liquor licenses permitted in the downtown business district; we erect traffic barriers to protect residences from commute traffic; we prohibit operations involving fish, fat and oil, bone and meat products (meat packing plants); we prohibit storage of inflammable or explosive matter or materials; we prohibit gravel, rock and cement material yards;' we prohibit parking on the street during certain hours; we prohibit certain kinds of signs on businesses. Hence; we are presently exercising controls over.the kinds of b.saness permitted to operate in Palo Alto." "Meat packing plants and gravel pits have visible, tangible, negative impacts on the environment. Not one of us would hesitate to support legisla- tion to prevent other similar industries from locating in Palo Alto." "The intangible effects of certain industries upon our community are far more difficult to assess. It has -teen said that a city must play no small part in its contribution to the total commitment of the society to achieve a higher order of human existence. From the profound fact _ of ecologist; survival to the daily_ needs_ of-eccnc ical--ezi euce, the structure of city government must beccae more finely tuned and sensitive to the interplay of forces which threaten social equilibrium." 380 1/17/72 "The use of public funds in attempting to reach civilized goals is a l;reat responsibilicy. We must exercise this responsibility. I think this legal opinion will give us some guidelines." "Last spring, 60Z of the voters declared that they wanted the war to cease by December, 1971. What responsibility do we, as Councilwomen and Councilmen, have to our constituents to continue to represent their views effectively on this subject? Frankly, I don't know, but I hope that we can get a legal opinion on the limitations of our powers. This legal opinion will provide u with some factual answers as to what contribution the citizens of Palo Alto, through their elected representatives, can make toward terminating this war." "I feel that in asking for this legal opinion I am not responding to a small local minority but rather to the majority of Palo Alto.' Mayor Comstock stated that Council would now hear from the public. He mentioned that there would be varying opinions on this subject and he urged all those participating to address themselves to the subject. Jim Shoch, 720 Waverley Street, Palo Alto, read aloud a statement entitled, "War Profiteering in Palo Alto", which explored further the "nature of the American military -industrial complex" and presented "more detailed evidence concerning Palo Alto's role in the American war machine". Copies of the statement were then submitted to Council. Kari Stangenes, 465 Colorado Avenue, read a statement in opposition to Councilman Pearson's proposal. She said that, in her opinion, the issue of the Southeast Asian conflict is secondary. What is before Council is the subject of the defense of this country; is, at best, an attack on free enter- prise and, at :Forst, is in opposition to the nation's defense. Scott Carey, 150 University Avenue, Palo Alto, stated that he was shocked and outraged at the proposal. He said the real intent was not hidden by the broadening of the language, and many people who voted against continuing the Vietnam war would find themselves unable to support such a motion, "...the proponents of which oppose the system of our society." Walter Wallis, 2844 Waverley, Palo Alto, quoted from a publication distributed by a group who, he said, purport to be the spokesman of the working man. He said the proposed action had no place before the City Council and, in his opinion, is another attempt to use the City of Palo Alto and local government to secure a victory for enemies of the United States. Phil Troustine, 720 Waverley, Palo Alto, introduced himself as David Packard and addressed Council in this role for five minutes. Mrs. R. F. Anderson, 360 Colorado Avenue, Palo Alto, stated that she is con- fused over the issue that has been brought before Council tonight. In her opinion, Council has the opportunity to rule on whatever kind of business- - comes into Palo Alto. She spoke cf the recent Council discussion on gun control, and said that 'those who were seemingly opposed to gun control at the local level were apparently not opposed to disarming the United States. Leslie Hassan, 1969-1/2 University Avenue, spoke of the proposal to direct the City Attorney to prepare an opinion and said she would like to see a "People's Lawyer" employed to work with the City Attorney on -this opinion. Referring to the flier discussed by Mr. Wallis, Miss Hassan said this was published by Venceremos . Phillip C. Lesey, 1028 Minh Street, Pal: Alto, spoke In opposition to Council discussing items other than City bossiness, and requested that Council give its attention to problems that can be worked on, rather than things the City cannot do anything about. 381 1/17/72 Don Willis, 872 Royce, Palo Alto, Member, Venceremos and PATU, "broadening" of the proposal requested last week by Venceremos this group looked at the positive aspects of this expansion of especially as they relate to the Palo Alto Master Plan and the with the issues of housing, development of Stanford lands, and formation; of a financial center in Palo Alto. He asked that a placed on receipt of the City Attorney's repot to Council. spoke of the , and said that their request, inter -relationship the attempted time limit be Jeffery Youdelman, 720 Waveriey, said that he hoped all kinds of people would air their views on this subject tonight, since the issues concern everybody. He spoke in support of the proposal and said passage of the motion would ...carry forward the two major struggles of this community." These are: 1) against war; and 2) against the Master Plan, which proposes to turn Palo Alto Lazo a financial center instead of building housing for the people. He noted that tonight'a meeting is a big step in the history and politics of Palo Alto. Mayor Comstock announced a recess at this point. The Count;i.t recessed from 9:24 to 9:41 p.m.) Spit Smith, 365 Grant Street, stated that he is not a member of Venceremos and that he _;s not concerned with past actions, he is concerned with the present. He said he considered the subject before Council to be Council business since 60% of thc citizens voted last year to end the war in Southeast Asia and this vote made the Southeast Asian war Council's business. He pointed out that tonight's proposal calls for an investigation only and he urged Council to support it, since it involves the lives of human beings. Bruce Franklin, English Department, Stanford University, stated that attendance this evening provides the answer that the proposal before Council is City Council. business. He continued to address Council about the war in Southeast Asia, local bombings, and said he supported today's attempt to bomb the City of Palo Alto substation, and these kinds of things will continue if oppression continues. Simon Hasitt, 1537 Louis Court, spoke against the defense industry, which he referred to as "an aggressive and repressive industry". He noted that 90% of all industry within five miles of Palo Alto is in the electronics field. Frank Manfredi, 219 Addison, Palo Alto, commended Mrs. Pearson for placing this. proposal before Council. He also urged Council to lobby against taxes in general. Louise Ledison, 3820 Parts Boulevard, Palo Alto, member of PATU, stated that Venceremos are now trying to work within the electorial system and people still say "no". She said the defense industry depends on war, and is sup- ported by Stanford. Stanford should be made to answer to the people who live in Palo Alto and the resident® have a right to say to whet Line _'and is to be put. Robert Bone, 976 Embarcadaro, Palo Alto, referred to a pamphlet handed to Council at the last meeting by Ed Jackson. He quoted from this document concerning the Nuremberg principles. He concluded his remarks with a-state- i ent regarding the complicity of the community in war crimes and said zoning of land in general involves re-evaluating our system of values. He spoke in opposition to the land use policies of Stanford University and Palo Alto. Marshall Vfrello, 727 Northampton Drive, Palo Alto, stated that it would be a mistake for C mcil to wake a decision on the basis_of__what__they_have_heard 382 1/17/72 tonight, since he did not feel that the feelings of the majority of people in Palo Alto have been expressed. He said he agreed with Mrs...Arderson, who had spoken earlier, on the confusion surrounding the divergent opinions on this subject. Larry Denfleld, 355 Webster, P ato Alto, stated that he is an electrical engineer in a non -defense oriented company. He said he does not agree with the war effort and would prefer to use his talents as an engineer in a non- defense industry which would serve the needs of people, rather than the needs of war. Carol Peterson, 1030 North California, Palo Alto, spoke in favor of the proposal and referred to a recent newspaper article which noted that materials developed for Viet Nam are now being utilized in the United States. She' asked Council to think about the Viet Nam war in another light. MOTION: Councilman Pearson moved, seconded by Henderson, that the City Council direct the City Attorney to produce an opinion on the City's ability to regulate the activities and location of industry both with respect to the tangible and intangible effects on the community of Palo Alto. Mayor Comstock stated that Council would now discuss the motion before them. Councilman Beahrs spoke of the positive aspects of the industries located in Palo Alto, such as development of a tube for radar and the cancer research undertaken at Stanford Linear Accelerator. He said he could not adept a simplistic approach to these problems and he considered the proposal before Council to be "a political ploy". It is very difficult to define the owe. rs of this Council and in matters of national defense we should look to the ?louse of Representatives in Washington, D.C. For these reasons, Councilman Beahrs said, he would oppose the motion. Councilman Berwald stated that he felt the arguments heard this evening were "preposterous" and "full of holes". The motion addresses itself to the sug- gested Venceremos reselution on the war and does not refer simply to the activities and locations of industry. He said he felt that the motion speaks not only to the question of the Viet Nam war, but represents the aim of certain people to destroy private industry and leave the country defenseless. He regarded this proposal as a step towards the downfall of this nation. Councilman Berwald then stated the reasons why he found the prcposal uncon- stitutional. He quoted extensively from the Constitution of the United States, emphasizing that this document begins with the words, "We, the people". He noted that in the very first article of this Constitution, in Sectioe 8, the people ordained that, "The Congress shall nave the power to... provide for the common defense and general welfare of the United Coates..." Councilman Berwald then quoted statistics showing Palo Alto's position in the nation in terms of dependency on the defense industry. He said he felt this situation had been exaggerated and misrepresented. Councilman Berwald moved, seconded by Beahrs, to table the motion. The motion to table was defeated on the following roll call vote: Ayes: Beahrs, Berwald, Clark, Norton Noes: Comstock, Henderson, Pearson, Rosenba+un, Semars Councilman Clark atated thet the real issue is whether City Councilmen should Lake the time to impose controls in the manner suggested. He said he felt the Council should not impose on the City Attorney to give an opinion on 3 8 3 1/17/72 something which is not strictly municipal business. Councilman Clark spoke of the "horrifying implications of a police state" which he felt could result from this kind of control. He said such things should be accomplished through the planning process, without political or economic considerations, and he roped that Council would not give the City Attorney this assignment. Councilman Henderson stated that ha had no trouble in s-..ipporting Mrs. pearson's motion. In his opinion, the Council needs to know its powers and ability to conirol, especially in relationship to the new General 'elan. He noted that the motion before Council merely seeks information and therefore cannot be considered unconstitutional. The timing, perhaps, is bad since the request for this legal opinion comes after requests and threats by certain sections of the community. Councilman Henderson spoke of his frustration regarding the Southeast Asian conflice and said that he has been supporting peaceful demonstrations for many years now, but is anxious to know exactly what can be done at the local level and by this Council to end the war. Councilman Seman said sire appreciated all the comments she had heard tonight. She raised five questions for staff regarding the tine, cost, scope, and alternatives of thin study. Responding to questions, City Attorney Stone stated that he anticipated the financial cost of such a study would be around $3,000 most of which would be incurred by staff time. city Attorney stone stated that he thought the study would take between 120-180 days. The motion is very broad and requires research, he said. Responaiog to Councilman Seman as to how broad he intended the study to be, City Attorney Stone said that his office intended to go over the various forms c,i regulatory powers of the City, including taxation, regulation, public safety, planning, zoning and licensing aspect:. Those criteria will be used including physical, econctnic, fiscal, demographic and physically hazardot-s factors. Councilman Seen then asked what alternatives the City Attorney's office hope:.+ to offer Council. City Attorney Stone stated that his office would offer models of alternatives covering thole areas in which the Council may act and the =.emit of action bpprOpO.rIte and those in which Council cannot act under ; y circumstances. He seel he . could state right new that the "Big Brother" a per es of philo- sophical`regulation by the City, or any ie of government, are absolutely out. Councilman Seman thanked City Attorney Stone for his reponse. She said _she would like to see contrcis at the loeat level where people have the frost input o aid gave examples of what can happen when local communities are lax in enforcing certain environmental regulations. She stated that she Was Interested JAI the study and would vote in favor of it, but wished to make i;. clear that :she was not voting a: this time for any controls, Rosenbuuw aai4' be would be interested 'to '.`aV Attorney's the t�xty vies on the power:: of the City ta regulate business. However, he felt that many people were looking for rote than a legal opinio:i from the attorney sued, in this connection, Councilman Rosenbaum said ht:: could not he sure that he would be much comfort in enforcing any such reeulatior.. Councilman t'trenbac 'noted then everyone's views on defense and war -related industry hg tt een-colored by relent events in Viet Ham but, he said, he did not this invalidated the value of national defer'se He agreed with eetimaaeell eaahrs ' remarks on the value to the world ae large of research on entiOnaayaf,emateistradae,tfor example. Vice Mayor Norton stat*d that in considering this proposal he remembered very clearly Word War 11, when not just industry but practically every b_tesehurld 384 1/17/72 was involved in the war effort. He asked his colleagues a rhetorical question, "Is it conceivable that this country will ever again become involved in a just war?" Vice Mayor Norton said this ended the discussion as far as he is concerned. Councilman Beahrs said he regarded this proposal as a vague, political ploy which would involve the frivolous and unconscionable expenditure of staff time. He offered the following amendment. AYENBMENT: Councilman Beahrs moved that the motion be :.mended to state that the City Attorney's report will,be given to the Council at its sleeting of January 31, 1972. The amendment died for lack of a second. Mayor Comstock thanked members of the audience and City Council for giving their views on this subject so directly. He said it is obviously a subject which evokes great feeling on the part of everyone and there are many diver- gent opinions. The: motion passed on the following roll call vote: Ayes: Comstock, Henderson, Pearson, Rosenbaum, Seman Noes: Beahrs, Berwald, Clark, Norton Reouest fa Ci Attor inon �{e aFt2 a 'or xe1E L JLc3 ne is Q o i. n..st tutions tact c ng scriminstion MOTION; Mayor Comstock moved, duly seconded, that this subject be continued until January 24, 1972. The motion passed on a unanimous voice vote. Referendum Petition .Gld Cor�aorstion Yard assw�arR�rar�er.rr_®.r.�n�n�a---- ar��®�m►wevnewrimse.r.aierniiy wr Mayor Comstock referred to a memo to Council dated January 13, from the City Clerk, advising Council that sufficient signatures had been collected for the referendum petition. He said Council could now either call a referendum election or repeal the zoning action contained in Ordinance No. 2637. If the Ceencil decided to call a referendum election, instructions should be given to staff this evening requesting that trey prepare the necessary documents. Responding to ?Mayor Comstock, City Clerk Tanner stated that March 13, 1972 would be the last date for }'e City '� an ..rdinance c the City Council to adopt {�}. tar. a..-..i. �.. Vv aGOVj.Y- tion'consolidating a special municipal election with the June :;imary ballot. Mayor Comstock asked City Attorney Stone for his comments. City Attorney Stone stated if Council wished to consolidate a Special Municipal Election, staff should be instructed by Council to coact back with the appropriate documents. He noted that a resolution or ordinance could be adoptei up until March 13, 1972, and that such ordinance or resolution must set forth the exact fora of any question, proposition or office to be vote upon as thoy will appear on the -ballot -at -such election. 3 H 5 1/17/72 MOTION: Councilman. Clark moved, seconded by Berwald, that Council hereby announces that a Special Election will be held and that staff be instructed to prepare an ordinance or resolution consolidating such election with the June Primary. The motion passed on a unanimous voice vote. Monte Bello Rid a Mountalu Stud Area • AIlII A Ci C ammittee of 4anta C ara Count rater m ve opment Rego ati.ons �r.n�w�s�rre+fir Mayor Comstock asked Councilman Clark, representative to the Planning Policy Committee of Santa Clara County, to report. Councilman Clark stated that Phase I of the PPC Committee's Foothill Study involving Los Gatos, Saratoga, and Monte Serena has now been completed. This study concerns itself with development of the Foothills with a special emphasis on the important aspects of geology, earthquakes, etc. Phase II of the study, which will cover the Santa Cruz Mountain Range to the north of the area already studied, is about to commence and the PPC Committee requests that the County Board of Supervisors and the City Councils of Cupertino, Los Altos, Los Altos Hills, Palo Alto and Saratoga, adopt emergency regulations necessary to prevent premature development from occurring. in the area during the course of the study. Councilman Clark noted that this would in effect declare a moratorium on the area until January 1973. He concluded his remarks sayin_E .t would be appropriate to refer this matter to the Planning Commission with a request that they make prompt recommendations to the Council. He noted that the City of Palo Alto's moratorium, which includes the property under consideration, will lapse soon and for chis reason the Planning Commission should be instructed to move expeditiously on this natter. MOTION: Councilman Clark moved, seconded by Seuuan, that the letter dated January 4 from the Planning Policy Committee of Santa Clara County requesting City Councils to adopt emergency regulations necessary to prevent premature development from occurring in the Monte Bello Ridge Mountain Area during the course of Phase II of the PPC Foothills Study and transmitting the PPC's resolution entitled, "Resolution Requesting That Interim Development Regulations Be Imposed On The Monte Bello Ridge Mountain Study Area" be referred to the Planning Commission, with a request that they consider this matter as soon as possible and=expedite their recommendations to the City Council._ Councilman Berwald stated that he would like the Pianning Commission to return to Council with a recommendation as to the form and length of the proposed moratorium. He said he was concerned over the taking of property rights and prevention of property owners from enjoying their property rights. He felt a moratorium for a brief period i.s fine, but over a long period property ow .erAaheul d be reimbursed. He said he hoped the Planning Commission would. give Council specific recommendations on these poi.utb. Councilman Clark stated that he was in agreement with Mr. Berwald's comments. He felt that the form and length of the proposed moratorium is well stated in the PPC Committee's resolution indicating what they would like to have in the coming years. He said that Phase II of the study could not be completed in less than a year and this was probably the type of timetable the City would have to accept. Phase I had revealed a moc•. coatpreheneive program and the results were interesting and well received by the communities involved, Councilman Pearson seated that _ she -did not consider the Council was taking sway property rights by imposing a moratorium. Rather, they are protecting 386 1/17/72 people and the population in general in the area. She noted that the Sky- line Citizens Committee is also considering asking for a moratorium on the area along Skyline Road and all agencies concerned are working toward the same objective. i The motion passed on a unanimovs voice vote. Oral Communications 1. Robert Sjosten, 680 Homer Avenue, Palo Alto, addressed Council concerning. the speed limit on Embarcardero. He said he had been protesting for three months a ticket be had received and had hired a private engi- neering consultant to study the speed limit on Embarcadero. He had also consulted the City Traffic Engineer. In Mr. Sjosten's opinion, the speed limit is too low in the area from Middlefield to Bayshore. Various Councilmen replied to Mr. Sjosten's comments and Vice Mayor Norton spoke of the high bail or forfeiture in such cases. Mayor Comstock, on behalf of the Council, advised Mr. Sjosten that they felt it would be dangerous to raise the speed limit on this interrupted street. 2. Frank Manfredi, 219 Addison, said he has addressed Council on previous occasions regarding Embarcadero. He said he hoped that as a result of tonight's discussion with Mr. Sjosten there would not be any increase in the number of tickets issued on Emharcardero as in his opinion the speed limit on that street is "unreasonable". 3. Kari Stangenes, 465 Colorado, addressed Council on the subject of discrimination and, in particular, the appointment of Mrs. Semen to the City Council. She said she thought it was just as bad to vote for someone because sae is a woman, as to not vote for someone because she is a woman. Cow Environmental Fair Mayor Comstock announced that the City of Palo Alto will hold a Community Environmental Fair, January 20-22, at the Cultural Center. He urged members of the public to attend. Adjournment The meting was adjourned at 11:40 p.m.