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HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem 3a. 2023 Advisory Body Recognition2023 Advisory Body Recognition Keith Dunlop Keith’s love and spirit reached far into our community, sharing his passion for serving others and supporting causes close to his heart. He was very active in our community giving his time and expertise to many community organizations like the SLO Food Bank, Lumina Alliance and the City of SLO to name a few. He was a generous supporter and volunteer on our Safety Committee. His work helped ensure that our programs and facilities provided the highest level of safety to our members. We are grateful for him & his life of service. Administrative Review Board •The Administrative Review Board (ARB) is a three-member body tasked with the review of, and final decision on, appeals of certain administrative citations issued by the City. When a more substantial record would be required, to defend the City should a final decision be appealed to the Superior Court, it is required that the ARB be convened. •The last time the expertise of the ARB was needed was in 2021 to hear the appeals of Kennedy Club Fitness for their multiple citations for violation of the City’s COVID restrictions. The ARB decision was appealed to the Superior Court and the City prevailed. Construction Board of Appeals •On January 4, 2022, a special meeting of the board met and approved the draft resolution rejecting, in part, the appeal of citations at 4080 Horizon Lane (unpermitted use of sea- train storage containers, unpermitted retaining walls, work in a creek and creek setback issues). In the matter of the creek setback and work in the creek, these issues will be heard in a future meeting. •On April 21, 2022, during a special meeting, the board determined that a 1-year delay was necessary before they could make a decision regarding the appeal of a citation at 4080 Horizon Lane (work in a creek and creek setback). Parks & Recreation Commission •Youth Services (camp), Youth Activities (basketball, pickleball, volleyball, soccer, surfing, tennis and gymnastics). •Adult activities (basketball, volleyball, table tennis, dodgeball, •Swim center open for lap swim, water exercises and swim lessons. •Ranger Service: Rangers finished up the new trail development connecting the Miossi Open Space trail to the Poly Canyon trail. •N. Broad St. Park: Plans are currently at 90%, awaiting PG&E approval on electrical. •Emerson Park Grant was awarded by the State Parks Department in December 2021 for $2.81 million. •Parks and Recreation will now take over representation for the Jack House. Jack House Committee •Honoring the service of the committee members. Active Transportation Committee •Reviewed and gave comment on design plans for the downtown paving project and neighborhood greenways in the Oceanaire and north Foothill neighborhoods •Recommended Major City Goals for the upcoming 2023-25 Financial Plan prioritizing completion of the Active Transportation Plan Tier 1 Network •Reviewed and recommended adoption of a permanent Outdoor Dining Program including parklets and sidewalk cafes •Reviewed and recommended new pedestrian crossing improvements including at South/King and Johnson / Sydney •Provided input and recommendations on the Higuera Complete Streets Project Tourism Business Improvement District Board •Achieved the highest TOT revenue ever recorded in the history of SLO at $10 million + •Redesigned and launched the Visit San Luis Obispo brand, used to market SLO as a place to visit (logo attached) •Hosted the Visit California Luxury Forum conference, with the top industry representatives and buyers valued at $4.135B in travel bookings annually (photo attached) •Implemented the Keys for Trees program, dedicated 1% of TBID revenue to planting in trees in SLO through the City’s CAP. Architectural Review Commission •In April, the ARC welcomed four new Architectural Review Commission members. •The ARC reviewed 15 projects that consisted of a hospital expansion, new car dealership, modification to a motel design, mixed use developments, affordable housing developments (over 140 units), single family residential units, and new and remodeled commercial spaces / structures. •Established 2023-25 Goals and Objectives to: o Expand the Objective Design Standards. o Complete a comprehensive update to the Community Design Guidelines for commercial development. Mass Transportation Committee •PROJECT –Bus Stop Shelter Replacement: Select aging bus stop shelters at high- traffic areas have been replaced. •Update –Route 2A Realignment: Stop relocation project implemented to facilitate better access to facilities at 40 Prado Rd. •Alleviates passenger/pedestrian street crossing •Provides a new stop of South Higuera Promotional Coordinating Committee •Awarded over $200k in grant funding to local Arts and Culture non-profit organizations to enhance the quality of place in SLO. •Developed and implemented the Support SLO program including Buy Local Bonus, Eat Local Bonus, and Neighborhood campaigns. •Directed the development of the Public Art Promotional plan including the investment of over $50k in program features and assets. Tree Committee ·Reviewed 11 Tree Removal Appeals and 4 Tree Removal Applications; All approvals resulted in a net gain on replanting. ·Appointed a new (Chair) position Daniel Canella and (Vice Chair) Elizabeth Lucas. ·Reviewed 5 development projects at various locations throughout the City of San Luis Obispo, Various locations 1422 Monterey, 3490 Empress Drive and 1911/1823 Johnson Ave (French Hospital). Recommendations were made to Planning Commission to approve plans, with stipulations for replanting. ·Reviewed the updated City of San Luis Obispo Tree Inventory list for the Engineering Standards 2023 update. ·Continue working with our SLO Urban Reforestation Project with ECOSLO who just replanted 14 new parkway trees located in parkway in front of 3583 South Higuera location is near Granada and S. Higuera. Cultural Heritage Committee •Reviewed (4) four properties for historic significance determinations (3 Master list and one delist). •Reviewed (1) one Mills Act Historic Preservation Agreement. •Reviewed (11) eleven Development projects on/in historic properties/districts. •Met all training, qualification, and review requirements to maintain Certified Local Government Status of the State Historic Preservation Office (City is the only jurisdiction in SLO County to have this designation). •Reviewed the Mission Plaza restroom and café improvement project. •Formulated strategy and approach for a Citywide update of the Historic Resources Inventory. Citizens’ Revenue Enhancement Oversight Commission •Audited financial statements in the 2021-22 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the Local Revenue Measure •Approved the 2020-21 and 2021- 22 Local Revenue Measure Annual Community Reports •Recommended to the City Council the proposed use of the Local Revenue Measure funds as part of the 2022-23 Supplemental Budget. Planning Commission •Reviewed and recommended to the City Council on the following: o Update to the Clean Energy Ordinance. o Update of the Inclusionary Housing Ordinance. o Amendments to Title 6 (Animals), and Title 17 (Zoning Regulations) of the Municipal Code for bee keeping, state housing law consistency and other various Zoning Regulations for internal consistency. o New Flexible Density Program to increase housing options in the Downtown Core. Housing Authority Board •The Apartments at Toscano. (Toscano subdivision adjacent to Serra Meadows). 38 new affordable apartments 1, 2 and 3 bedroom. This project is early stages of construction. A “Wall raising” celebration was held on May 26th at 2 pm at the site. The event was well attended. Construction should be completed in approximately 12 months. •Anderson Hotel –Sufficient funding has been raised for its acquisition by HASLO from the private owners, and preserve it permanently as affordable housing. Over 7 sources had to be secured through a competitive local, state and federal processes. Closing of the purchase escrow will be a challenge to coordinate. We anticipate this occurring in late December or early January. Humans Relations Commission The work of the HRC has grown substantially over the past year particularly regarding the various grants that are reviewed by the HRC. Below are a list of accomplishments and areas of engagement over this past year. Grants Grants have become a pillar of the HRC functions now having several grants requiring their recommendations for Council approval. Each grant requires a subcommittee to review each application through the lens of the funding criteria. Every application is reviewed comprehensively to understand scope and impact, while keeping the greater landscape of our community needs in mind. The following are grants from the past year: •Grants-in-Aid 22-23 •DEI High Impact Grants 22-23 •Human Services Grant 23-24 (formally GIA) •DEI SLO Business Grant Grant Highlights •Total Funding: $700,000 (GIA/DEIHI/HSG) •Helped establish the one-time DEI SLO Business Grant •106 Applications (not including DEI SLO Business Grant) for FY 2022-2023 •70 Grant Recipients City Engagement The HRC plays a vital role in providing input for City staff who often request to present strategic plans, and design studies. The HRC is group marked by critical thinking, aligned with the City’s Major City Goals, and represents various aspects of our community demographically, professionally, and geographically. Their feedback provides direction, but not limited to the following: •Public Engagement & Noticing (PEN) Manual •Economic Development Strategic Plan •Multicultural Center Design Study •Climate Action Plan / Environmental Justice Personnel Board •There were not any grievances nor appeals during this time period and the Board continued in its ‘stand-by’ status for City Employees.