HomeMy WebLinkAbout05/21/2002Council Members
Present: Council Members, John Ewan, Christine Mulholland, Ken Schwartz,
Vice Mayor Jan Howell Marx, and Mayor Allen K. Settle
City Staff:
Present: Ken Hampian, City Administrative Officer; Jeff Jorgensen, City
Attorney; Lee Price, City Clerk; Wendy George, Assistant City
Administrative Officer; John Mandeville, Community Development
Director; Bill Statler, Finance Director; Ann Slate, Human Resources
Director, Jim Gardiner, Police Chief; Bob Neumann, Fire Chief; John
Moss, Utilities Director; Mike McCluskey, Public Works Director; Paul
LeSage, Parks and Recreation Director; Betsy DeJarnette, Assistant
to the City Administrative Officer; and Mary Kopecky, Assistant City
Clerk
PRESENTATIONS
Mayor Settle presented a proclamation to SLO NMA President Sue Baasch declaring June 3,
2002 to June 7, 2002 as National Management Association Week.
NMA President Sue Baasch presented the "Jade Award" to Fire Chief Neumann.
Mayor Settle presented a proclamation to Public Works Director McCluskey and Utilities
Director Moss declaring May 19, 2002 — May 25, 2002 as Public Works Week.
Mayor Settle presented a proclamation declaring the week of May 18, 2002 to be National
Boating Safety Week
CONSENT AGENDA
ACTION: Moved by Marx/Ewan to approve the consent agenda as recommended by
the City Administrative Officer; motion carried 5:0.
C1. MINUTES OF TUESDAY, APRIL 30.2002 AND TUESDAY, MAY 7, 2002.
ACTION: Moved by Marx/Ewan to waive the oral reading and approve minutes as
amended; motion carried 5:0.
C2. STATUS REPORT ON THE UNREINFORCED MASONRY BUILDING HAZARD
MITIGATION PROGRAM.
ACTION: Moved by Marx/Ewan to accept and file the report; motion carried 5:0.
MINUTES...
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL .
CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO
TUESDAY, MAY 21, 2002 - 5:00 P.M.
COUNCIL CHAMBER, 990 PALM STREET
SAN LUIS OBISPO, CALIFORNIA
ROLL CALL:
Council Members
Present: Council Members, John Ewan, Christine Mulholland, Ken Schwartz,
Vice Mayor Jan Howell Marx, and Mayor Allen K. Settle
City Staff:
Present: Ken Hampian, City Administrative Officer; Jeff Jorgensen, City
Attorney; Lee Price, City Clerk; Wendy George, Assistant City
Administrative Officer; John Mandeville, Community Development
Director; Bill Statler, Finance Director; Ann Slate, Human Resources
Director, Jim Gardiner, Police Chief; Bob Neumann, Fire Chief; John
Moss, Utilities Director; Mike McCluskey, Public Works Director; Paul
LeSage, Parks and Recreation Director; Betsy DeJarnette, Assistant
to the City Administrative Officer; and Mary Kopecky, Assistant City
Clerk
PRESENTATIONS
Mayor Settle presented a proclamation to SLO NMA President Sue Baasch declaring June 3,
2002 to June 7, 2002 as National Management Association Week.
NMA President Sue Baasch presented the "Jade Award" to Fire Chief Neumann.
Mayor Settle presented a proclamation to Public Works Director McCluskey and Utilities
Director Moss declaring May 19, 2002 — May 25, 2002 as Public Works Week.
Mayor Settle presented a proclamation declaring the week of May 18, 2002 to be National
Boating Safety Week
CONSENT AGENDA
ACTION: Moved by Marx/Ewan to approve the consent agenda as recommended by
the City Administrative Officer; motion carried 5:0.
C1. MINUTES OF TUESDAY, APRIL 30.2002 AND TUESDAY, MAY 7, 2002.
ACTION: Moved by Marx/Ewan to waive the oral reading and approve minutes as
amended; motion carried 5:0.
C2. STATUS REPORT ON THE UNREINFORCED MASONRY BUILDING HAZARD
MITIGATION PROGRAM.
ACTION: Moved by Marx/Ewan to accept and file the report; motion carried 5:0.
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ACTION: Moved by Marx/Ewan to approve amendments to the Operating
Agreement, formalizing long -term funding recommendations developed by an ad
hoc task force of representatives from the City, California Polytechnic University
(Cal Poly) and the Foundation for the Performing Ants Center (FPCA); motion carried
5:0.
C4. CANCELLATION OF THE AUGUST 6.2002 REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
ACTION: Moved by Marx/Ewan to cancel the Regular City Council Meeting of
Tuesday, August 6, 2002; motion carried 5:0.
C5. RESOLUTION APPROVING APPLICATION-OF GRANT FUNDS - WASTE TIRE
PLAYGROUND COVER GRANT.
C6.
C7.
ACTION: Moved by Marx/Ewan to: 1) Authorize staff to apply for a grant through
the California Integrated Waste Management Board for funding under the Waste Tire
Playground Cover Grant Program for installation of playground surfacing at Laguna
Hills Park. 2) Adopt Resolution. No. 9312 (2002 Series) supporting the grant
submittal to the California Integrated Waste Management Board for Laguna Hills
Park Playground Replacement; motion carried 5:0.
ACTION: Moved by Marx/Ewan to adopt Resolution No. 9313 (2002 Series)
approving the Final Map for Tract 2401, and authorizing the Mayor to execute the
subdivision agreement; motion carried 4:1 (Mulholland).
ACTION: Moved by Marx/Ewan to adopt Resolution No. 9314 (2002 Series)
authorizing staff to complete and submit an application for grant monies in the
amount of $75,000 from the California Department of Fish and Game's Fishery
Restoration Grants Program, which would be used to decommission (or "retire")
and stabilize the old ranch road along Froom Creek on the DeVaul Open Space (now
part of what is referred to as the "Irish Hills Ecological Area "); motion carried 5:0.
C8. RESOLUTION APPROVING CALIFORNIA BICYCLE TRANSPORTATION ACCOUNT
(BTA) GRANT APPLICATIONS.
ACTION: Moved by Marx/Ewan to adopt Resolution No. 9315 (2002 Series), as
recommended by the Bicycle Advisory Committee, directing the City Administrative
Officer to submit BTA Grant Applications to Caltrans and enter into any required
subsequent agreements for: 1) The installation of a traffic signal at the Santa
Barbara -Morro Street Intersection. 2) The implementation of a citywide bicycle
parking retrofit program; motion carried 5:0.
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C9. FLEET UPGRADE.
ACTION: Moved by Marx/Ewan to approve an upgrade to the fleet by replacing
current Fire Department sedans with used Ford Explorers; motion carried 5:0.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. HISTORIC SOUTHERN PACIFIC FREIGHT WAREHOUSE REHABILITATION REPORT.
Public Works Director McCluskey and Transportation Planner Mandeville presented the
staff reporL
Mayor Settle opened the public hearing.
Cal Harris, Railroad Museum Design Group Board Member, presented an overview of the
project
Marsha Walters, Morro Construction project manager, reported on cost issues and the pros
and cons of phasing the project.
Arnold Jonas, Secretary of the San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum (SLORRM), urged
Council to work with the SLORRM and move forward with the project He also asked
Council to grant permission for the SLORRM to use the facility for storage of items
currently stored off site.
Mayor Settle closed the public hearing.
Vice Mayor Marx encouraged staff to take a conservative approach to financing this project
and suggested that alternative financing resources and grant funding be explored for
consideration at the next goal - setting process. Mayor Settle and Council Member
Mulholland concurred.
Council Member Schwartz suggested investigating the removal of the unsightly billboard as
part of the recommendation.
ACTION: Moved by Mulholland/Marx to: 1) Receive the report on the structural,
historical, architectural and probable cost assessment for rehabilitation of the
Southern Pacific freight Warehouse and direct staff to proceed with the
development of Plans for architectural review, environmental review and
construction documents. 2) Direct staff to pursue other grant monies to help pay
for the rehabilitation of the freight warehouse and removal of the billboard and
encourage the San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum (SLORRM) to also pursue grants
and other funding sources. 3) Permission given to the San Luis Obispo Railroad
Museum (SLORRM) to store materials on site between construction phases. 4)
Council directed staff to bring back during the goal- setting process a review of
funding mechanisms to expedite rehabilitation; motion carried 5:0.
Mayor Settle called a break at 6.00 p.m. The meeting resumed at 7:00 p.m.
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PUBLIC COMMENT
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Mary Beth Schroeder, 2085 Wilding Lane, spoke against the approval of Item No. C3 and In
opposition to development of the Dalidio property.
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PUBLIC HEARINGS (CONTINUED)
A. 2002 WATER FUND REVIEW. (MOSS/S. BAASCH)
Finance Director Statler and Utilities Analyst Baasch presented the staff report. Brief
Council questions followed.
There were no public comments.
ACTION: Moved by Ewan/Mulholland to review and file the 2002 Annual Water Fund
Financial Review; motion carried 5:0.
B. 2002 SEWER FUND REPORT.
Finance Director Statler and Utilities Analyst Baasch presented the staff report. There were
no public comments.
ACTION: Moved by Marx/Schwartz to review and file the 2002 Annual Sewer Fund
Financial Review; motion carried 5:0.
C. TRANSIT FUND REVIEW FOR 2002 -03.
Public Works Director McCluskey and Public Works Analyst Elliott presented the staff
report.
Mayor Settle opened the public hearing.
Andrew Carter, 1283 Woodside, questioned projections for future useage and revenues.
Gary Fowler, 777 Mill Street, asked how many accounts the City services that are outside of
the City limits. Staff indicated that the information requested would be provided to the
speaker and to the Council in memo format at a later date. Mr. Fowler voiced concerns about
the threat of State budget cuts and the impact to the City. Finance Director Statler reported
that none of the State takeaways will have an impact on enterprise funds.
Eric Greening, Atascadero resident, urged Council to consider restructuring bus routes to
increase ridership.
Mayor Settle closed the public hearing.
ACTION: Moved by Marx/Mulholland to: 1) Review and discuss the worksheet
"Changes In Working Capital — Transit Fund." 2) Approve a CIP project request to
move the Emission Reduction Equipment project from 2002 -04 to 2002 -03 (one time
cost: $39,000); motion carried 5:0.
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D. GOLF COURSE FUND RATE REVIEW.
Parks and Recreation Director LeSage presented the staff reporL
Mayor Settle opened the public hearing.
Andrew Carter, 1283 Woodside, asked for clarification on past rate increases.
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Mary-Beth Schroeder, 2085 Wilding Lane, spoke in oposition to the staff recommendations.
Mayor Settle closed the public hearing.
Brief questions from the Council followed.
ACTION: Moved by Mulholland/Settle to: 1) Adopt Resolution No. 9316 (2002
Series setting fees for Laguna Lake Golf Course effective July 1, 2002. 2)
Authorize an additional General Fund transfer of $16,300 for 2001 -02 and $216,300 in
2002 -03 for general government costs and capital improvements. 3) Direct staff to
pursue a telecommunications facility lease at Laguna Lake Golf Course as an
additional source of revenue; motion carried 5:0.
E. CREEK AND FLOOD PROTECTION FUND REVIEW FOR 2002 -03.
Public Works Director McCluskev, Finance Director Statler and Public Works Analyst Elliott
presented an in -depth staff reporL Council questions followed.
Mayor Settle opened the public hearing.
Speaidna in opposition to the staff recommendations:
Roy Hanff, 569 Lawrence Drive
Eric Greening, Atascadero resident
Mary Beth Schroeder, 2085 Wilding Lane
Gary Fowler, 777 Mill Street
Richard Ferris, Branch Street resident (submitted written correspondence for the record)
Jean Webb, 1997 Partridge Drive
Jim Webb, 1997 Partridge Drive
Ron Rusconi, 527 Branch Street
Speaking in support of the staff recommendations:
John French, 3942 Hollyhock
Dave Romero. 2057 Skylark
Andrew Carter, 1283 Woodside Drive
Mayor Settle closed the public hearing.
Mayor Settle called a recess at 9.12 p.m. The meeting resumed at 9:27 p.m.
Lengthy Council discussion followed.
ACTION: Moved by Marx/Ewan to: 1) Adopt Resolution No. 9317 (2002 Series)
establishing a new Creek and Flood Protection Fund and enacting fee schedules to
take effect July 1, 2002. 2) Approve a significant operating program change request
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for Creek and Flood Protection Program coordination (cost $36,400 in 2002 -03 and
about $76,000 annually thereafter). 3) Approve a CIP project. request to move
Laguna lake Prefumo Ann Slit Removal project from 2003 -04 to 2002 -03 (one time
cost: $70,000); 4) Direct staff to bring In back in one year a review of the Fund,
including expenditures and the level of subsidy provided by the General Fund;
motion carried 3:2 (Mulholland, Settle).
Mayor Settle stepped down due to a potential conflict of Interest (owns property In the
area).
City Administrative Officer Hampian introduced the item. Council Member Ewan presented
the subcommittee report and recommendations to: 1) make a determination that the revised
land use distribution composes an appropriate basis for a new City project application for
Dalidio property, and 2) send a letter asking the Board of Supervisors to direct the
Marketplace proposal back to the City for further work and processing
Community Development Director Mandeville described the present proposal for land use
as compared to the two previous concepts. Council Member Ewan summarized the
advantages of the recommended proposal, as outlined in the Council Agenda Report.
County Supervisor Pinard emphasized that the debate about the use of the property took
place in 1993 as part of the General Plan update. She summarized the purpose and
discussions of the subcommittee. This compromise meets the Intent of the General Plan
and this project belongs in the City, she concluded.
City Attorney Jorgensen clarified the purpose of this agenda item and emphasized that the
Council will not.be approving any tenants or any particular mix of use.
Public Comments:
Speaking in suoport of the Council subcommittee's recommendations-
Andrew Merriam, Canon Associates (on behalf of the Dalidio family)
Patricia Wilmore, San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce
Tom Swem. Past President of the Property Association, 570 Marsh Street
Dave Romero. City's representative to the Airport Land Use Commission (ALUC)
Ron Risconi. Branch Street
Alice Loh. 31 Hathaway
Speaking in opoosition to the Council Subcommittee's recommendations.
John King, 2241 Santa Inez
Deborah Holley. Downtown Association Administrator
Jim Copeland, Tiffany Ranch Road in Arroyo Grande
Andrew Carter, 1283 Woodside Drive
Warren Sinsheimer, 1010 Peach Street
Mary Beth Schroede. 2085 Wilding Lane
Eugene Jud. 665 Leff Street
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MOTION: Moved by Mulholland/Ewan to extend the meeting beyond 11:00 p.m.;
motion carried unanimously.
Ki Ping Tso. 640 Skyline Drive, and Alice Loh. 31 Hathway, voiced support for an Asian
Garden on the Dalidio property.
—end of public comments—
Council Member Mulholland voiced objections to the subcommittee process and argued
that the proposal on the table does not give the City 500/6 of open space. She asserted that
the land use compromise in 1994 is not in the best Interest of the community and pointed
out that that the "no project" alternative was not explored. She argued that the property
should be maintained for agricultural purposes and voiced objection to the conceptual plan
for development proposed by the Dalidlo Family.
Council Member Schwartz suggested that the Council accept the proposal and ask the
Board to send it back to the City. This development belongs in the City for good planning
reasons, he added, and the threat that it will be allowed to develop in the County is very
real. Referring to the schematic proposal, he commented that while it fits in with the
General Plan, he hopes the developer can bring in the kind of tenants that will have minimal
impact on the downtown. .
Vice Mayor Marx spoke in favor of the recommendations.
ACTION: Moved by Ewan /Marx to: 1) Determine that the revised land use
distribution, and other recommendations by the Council Subcommittee, compose
' an appropriate basis for a new City project application for Dalidio property. 2)
Authorize the Vice Mayor to sign a letter asking the Board of Supervisors to direct
the Marketplace proposal back to the City for further work and processing; motion
carried 3:1:0 (Mulholland opposed; Settle refrained).
Mayor Settle returned to the dais.
COMMUNICATIONS
City Clerk Price requested Council direction regarding the biannual review of Council
compensation. Council directed staff to waive the 2002 review in light of current financial
considerations and return with formal action at the Council meeting of June 4, 2002.
COUNCIL LIAISON REPORTS
Vice Mayor Marx recommended the nomination of John French to serve as the interim
Member -at -Large on Zone 9. Council concurred.
Council Member Ewan summarized the May 16, 2002 Student Community Liaision Committee
(SCLC) meeting and distributed the 2001 -2002 Year End Report.
There being no further business to come before the City Council, Mayor Settle adjourned the
meeting at 12:10 a.m. to Tuesday, June 4, 2002 at 4:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber, 990 Palm
Street, San Luis Obispo.
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APPROVED BY COUNCIL: 6118/02
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Lee P Ice, C.M.C.
City Clerk
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