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9/6 City Manager ReportDiablo Canyon Update• August 22ndCentral Coast Mayors sent a letter to the Governor outlining what the Cities would like to see if Diablo Canyon operations are extended• August 28ththe Legislature introduced SB 846 to allow for the extension of Diablo Canyon Operations• August 30ththe City sent a letter to the Governor and Legislature outlining the provisions of SB 846 that the City could support.
9/6 City Manager ReportDiablo Canyon Update• The City did not take a position on the extension of Diablo Canyon operations• August 31stand into early September 1stthe Legislature debated and passed the bill.• September 2ndthe Governor signed the bill into law.• Today was the deadline for PG&E to apply for Federal funding to extend Diablo Canyon• The final bill was consistent with what has been shared with you previously.
9/6 City Manager ReportFlex Alerts• Cal-ISO has issued a Flex Alert for today from 4-9pm and declared a Stage 2 grid emergency, and was expected to issue a Stage 3 emergency at 5:30pm• Cal-ISO is projecting all time high electricity demand of 52k MW more than 2k MW above the previous record set in 2006• Flex Alerts occur when Cal-ISO anticipates a shortage of energy and asks consumers to voluntarily reduce energy usage• Suggested ways to reduce energy:• Set air conditioner thermostats to 78 degrees, if health permits• Avoid using dishwashers, washers, dryers, and ovens• Turn off unnecessary lights• Unplug or turn off electrical devices that you are not using• Keep blinds and drapes closed to prevent the sun from heating up the home• Use fans when possible
9/6 City Manager ReportDemand Response at Water Treatment Plant• Water Treatment Plant (WTP) has been enrolled in a Demand Response Program for over a decade• WTP treats water in “batches” so schedules for drinking water production can be adjusted to meet needs• Demand Responses are called 1-day in advance and last anywhere from 2-6 hours, participation is voluntary• Payments from program depend on how much electrical load is shed, number of hours in each demand response event, and how many responses in a year (can be up to 12)• In addition to helping the grid, this program generates around $10-$20k per year for the City
9/6 City Manager ReportDEI Grants Update• 42 applications received • 14 return applicants from 2020-21• Total funds requested were $1,530,832• Total available funds: $300,000• September 22nd- HRC subcommittee will review applications• October 5th– HRC finalizes funding recommendations• November 1st- Final funding recommendations will be brought to council
9/6 City Manager ReportSLO In Motion Update• Sewer replacement work now includes waterline replacement work due to waterline breaks in the North Chorro/Foothill neighborhoods• Transportation and mobility improvements continuing in Laguna Lake neighborhoods, North Chorro/Foothill neighborhoods, and downtown• Expanding the protected bike median on Marsh this week.• Patching some streets (including Higuera) downtown this week• Slurry sealing will likely begin mid-September just after Cal Poly Week of Welcome concludes
9/6 City Manager ReportHousing Update
9/6 City Manager Report“Ready, Set, Go!” Wildfire Preparedness Town Hall Dates and Locations:Tuesday 9/27 – Bishop’s Peak Elementary – 451 Jaycee Dr.Wednesday 9/28 –Teach Elementary – 145 Grand Ave.Thursday 9/29 – C.L. Smith Elementary – 1375 Balboa St.
9/6 City Manager Report9/11 Ceremony• 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony• Fire Station 1: 8-9:30 AM• Hosted By the Fire and Police Departments• Resuming as a public event after two years of virtual offerings due to COVID-19
9/6 City Manager ReportSafety Enhancement Zone•9/13 at midnight – 9/26 at 7 a.m.•Fines double for violations in SLO, including possession of open containers/consumption of alcohol in public places, noise violations, unruly gatherings, and public urination.•Outreach includes:•Mustang News ads•Postcards/mailers•Media release•Email blasts•Social media posts•Presentations during WOW and with Greek organizations
9/6 City Manager ReportMission Plaza Car Crash and Repairs• Thank you to Police and Fire for their excellent response• The crash damaged the protective bollard and wall outside of mission plaza. • The bollards did their job and prevented the car from traveling to far into Mission Plaza.• Repairs to the wall started today.• Working with a contractor to schedule replacement of the concrete bollards
9/6 City Manager ReportBuckley Road Extension• Buckley Road has been extended from Vachell Lane to South Higuera Street.• Part of the Avila Ranch development under construction just north of Buckley Road and is intended to facilitate vehicle circulation.• Accommodates the future connections with the Bob Jones Trail
9/6 City Manager ReportSLO Transit Open HouseEach open house meeting will cover a different topic:•SLO Transit Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Program Updates• September 8 at 1 p.m. and 5 p.m.•SLO Transit Title VI Program Updates• September 8 at 1:45 p.m. and 5:45 p.m.• Open house will be held at the City/County Library Community Room
Movie: MoanaWhen: Friday, September 9th6:30-9pmMovie starts at SunsetWhere: Sinsheimer Stadium OutfieldBring: Chairs, blankets and non-alcoholic drinks and foodPopcorn and candy available for purchasePlease leave pets at homeADA accessible9/6 City Manager ReportOutdoor Family Movie Night
Items on Consent5.A. Waive reading in full of all resolutions and ordinances5.B. Minutes review - august 16, 2022 council minutes5.C. Authorize request for proposals for preparation of a strategic asset management plan 5.D. Award a construction contract for the roofing replacement at Fire Station 1 administration and fleet maintenance project, specification number 1000172 5.E. Advisory body appointments and vacancies update: one position to the Citizens’ Revenue Enhancement Oversight Commission, two positions to the Tourism Business Improvement District board5.F. Authorization to advertise Railroad Safety Trail Fencing Project, specification no. 91385-095.G. Authorize grant applications for the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant, Alcoholic Beverage Control, Office of Traffic Safety Grant, and Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act Grant5.H. Authorization to purchase Juniper Core network equipment5.I. Authorization to apply for Local Agency technical assistance grant for preparation of a Broadband Master Plan
Union Pacific AgreementsGrant Deed with UPRR for Right-of-Way to construct the RRST(Jennifer Street to Orcutt) - 1995Obligates City to construct and maintain a wall or other barrieralong the UPRR tracks between Jennifer Street Bridge andOrcutt Road.Type/design of “wall or barrier” is not defined. City is planningto repair this segment of fencing as CIP project, with requestto advertise on tonight’s Council Agenda.
Union Pacific AgreementsLease Agreement with UPRR for Right-of-way to construct the RRST (Taft north to CalPoly) - 2008Requires City to take on vegetation and trash abatement along full extent ofUPRR tracks within City Limits. City pays $1 annually for lease.UPRR provides flagger to assist with work by City within UPRR property at nocostto CityCity required to construct and maintain a min 7’ tall black security fence along theeast side of the UPRR tracks along extent of RRST from Taft north to Cal Poly.Note that lease agreement for RRST (Taft to Pepper) segment has sameobligation to retain security fencing.City required to repair any damaged fencing, clean graffiti and unauthorized signsfrom fence, and post NO TRESSPASSING signage along this extent of thisfencing.City required to cooperate with Cal Polyin efforts to encourage other landownerson west side of UPRR tracks to install and maintain additional security fencing onthat side of tracks.