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HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem 2 - Advisory Body Purview & Procedures PresentationCity of San Luis Obispo Advisory Body Architectural Review Commission Remember to Be respectful Use sensitivity Be fair Establishes architectural guidelines and rules on the design of new construction and major commercial remodeling project Why We Are Here City advisory bodies serve as a vehicle to facilitate public input and citizen participation in the determination of City policies.This is accomplished by formulating recommended courses of action to the City Council with whom final determination rests People serving people Into the Future with a design Quality in Endeavors – Pride in Results A healthy democracy respects the people’s right to debate issues with passion. A healthy democracy not only tolerates disagreement but welcomes it in order to refine ideas and create policies that benefit the greater good 2019-2021 Major City Goals Housing Facilitate the production of housing with an update of the Housing Element, including an emphasis on affordable housing (including unhoused people) and workforce housing through the lens of climate action and regionalism. Sustainable Transportation Enhance accessible regional transit, bicycle, and pedestrian mobility to promote a transition to a car-free or shared-car lifestyle and to reduce greenhouse gases. Climate Action In response to the climate crisis, continue to update and implement the Climate Action Plan for carbon neutrality, including preservation and enhancement of our open space and urban forest and planning for resilience. Fiscal Sustainability and Responsibility Continue to implement the City’s Fiscal Responsibility Philosophy with a focus on efficiencies, strategic economic development, unfunded liabilities, and infrastructure financing (Funding the Future) Downtown Vitality Support the economic and cultural heart of the City with attention to safety, maintenance, infrastructure, and amenities Strategic Budget Direction Budget Summary Cautionary and Encouraging. Consistent and comprehensive fiscal policies provide a solid foundation for the long-term fiscal health of a City General Fund Revenue Stabilization Fund. The City will maintain a reserve of $1M for the purposes of offsetting unanticipated fluctuations in general fund revenues to provide financial stability for the term of the Fiscal Health Response Plan.​ Capital Projects Reserve Fund. The City will maintain a reserve for the purposes of offsetting unanticipated cost increases. $32 million in extra CalPERS Payments. $13.8 million in 115 Trust Avoid $19 Million in interest payments. Values of the City Shared Vision, Mission and Goals Service Leadership and Support Communication Team Players Honesty, Respect and Trust Initiative and Accountability Innovation and Flexibility Employee Development and Recognition Stewardship and Ethics Expectations Healthy and Smart Commitment to City Government Teamwork Complete Work Communication Uphold Organizational Values Aspire for the Community Reliable and Timely Responses Outcome-Focused Action-Oriented Civility Agreements Advisory Bodies: Shall promote the use of and adherence to the principles of civility and discourse in conducting business with elected officials, staff, and citizens Respect the right of all people to hold different opinions Avoid rhetoric intended to humiliate, malign, or question the motivation Strive to understand Choose words carefully Debate the Policy not the Person Speak out against violence, prejudice and incivility Communication Respect Individual Viewpoints Allow others time to present their views fully Actively listen and seek to understand Avoid interrupting others Be open to new ideas Explore alternatives When necessary, agree to disagree Encourage and Honor Public Participation Be fair and consistent Pay attention to all speakers and actively listen Ask questions for clarification Be sure your body language is not sending mixed or negative messages Best Practices Purview, Policies, Practices and Precedent Put your best foot forward. Create a good impression of City Government Be Sharp, Punctual & Prepared Be Attentive, Polite & Respectful Listen. Digest. Think. Respect differences in opinions Remain impartial and neutral Refer to staff for help. Do not speak to things you do not know.