HomeMy WebLinkAbout10189-10200Resolution No. 10200 (2010 Series)
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RESOLUTION NO. 10199 (2010 Series)
A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO
AMENDING LAGUNA LAKE GOLF COURSE FEES
WHEREAS, it is the policy of the City of San Luis Obispo to review program fees on an
ongoing basis; and
WHEREAS, fees are adjusted as required to ensure they remain equitable and adequate
to cover the cost of providing services; and
WHEREAS, an analysis of the Golf Course Fund was performed for 2010 -11 and
presented to the Council for its consideration on June 1, 2010.
WHEREAS, Council upon review determined that Golf Course fees should not be raised
as was previously approved in 2009 and shall remain at the 2009 -10 rates.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Council of the City of San Luis
Obispo as follows:
SECTION 1. Effective July 1, 2010, green fees shall be as follows:
LAGUNA LAKE GOLF COURSE FEES — 2010-11
SECTION 2: The fees for the driving range, wholesale goods, lessons, and other special
activities and promotions shall be set by the Director of Parks & Recreation and the Golf
Course Supervisor.
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2 °d 10 -holes
Senior/Youth/Student Weekdays:
(Monday through Thursday)
59.00
$6.75
General Weekdays:
(Monday through Thursday)
$11.00
$6.75
Senior/Youth/Student Weekends:
(Friday through Sunda
$10.00
$6.75
General Weekends:
(Friday through Sunda
$12.00
$6.75
Senior/Youth/Student
10 -Pla Card:
$82.50
General 10 -P1a Card:
$97.50
Twilight Rate:
$8.25
SECTION 2: The fees for the driving range, wholesale goods, lessons, and other special
activities and promotions shall be set by the Director of Parks & Recreation and the Golf
Course Supervisor.
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Upon motion of Vice Mayor Carter, seconded by Council Member Settle, and on the
following roll call vote:
AYES: Council Members Ashbaugh, Marx and Settle, Vice Mayor Carter and
Mayor Romero
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
The foregoing resolution was adopted on July 20, 2010.
ATTEST:
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Elaina Cano, City Clerk
APPROVED
Mayor David F. Romero
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RESOLUTION NO. 10198 (2010 SERIES)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO APPROVING AN INCREASE
TO THE PARKING STRUCTURE RATES, AND REPEALING INCONSISTENT
FEES, FINES, IN PRIOR RESOLUTIONS.
WHEREAS, State law provides, in Vehicle Code Section 40203.5, that cities establish
the amount of parking penalties, fees and surcharges; and
WHEREAS, State law authorizes the City to recover administrative fees, parking
penalties, fees and collection costs related to civil debt collection, late penalties and other related
charges; and
WHEREAS, the parking program needs to continue to be self - sufficient for its financial
commitments; and
WHEREAS, the City wishes to provide secure and user friendly parking for all users of
the parking structures; and
WHEREAS, the City needs to financially support the operation and debt service of the
next City parking structure; and
WHEREAS, the Council has considered the staff report and held a public hearing on the
proposed and postponed changes to the parking structure rates, monthly, and daily fees for
parking.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of San Luis
Obispo as follows:
SECTION 1. All hourly parking structure rates will be increased to $1 an hour with the
first (60) minutes free, effective July 1, 2011.
SECTION 2. Maximum daily parking structure rate will be increased to $10.00 per day.
Upon motion of Council Member Ashbaugh, seconded by Vice Mayor Carter and on the
following vote:
AYES: Council Members Ashbaugh, Marx and Settle, Vice Mayor Carter and
Mayor Romero
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
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The foregoing resolution was passed and adopted this 6th day of July 2010.
Mayor David F. Romero
ATTEST:
Elaina Cano
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
rChristine Dietrick
City Attorney
RESOLUTION NO. 10197 (2010 Series)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO ADOPTING THE
AMENDMENTS TO THE WATER AND WASTEWATER MANAGEMENT ELEMENT
OF THE GENERAL PLAN AND A NEGATIVE DECLARATION OF
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT (GPAIER 11 -10)
WHEREAS, State law requires cities and counties to adopt a General Plan; and
WHEREAS, the Water and Wastewater Management Element of the San Luis Obispo
City General Plan was last updated in 2006; and
WHEREAS, a periodic update of the Water and Wastewater Management Element is
necessary for the information to remain current; and
WHEREAS, the City of San Luis Obispo has prepared the 2010 Water and Wastewater
Management Element to address current information and long -term community-wide needs for
water and wastewater service, and
WHEREAS, the potential environmental impacts of the 2010 Water and Wastewater
Management Element have been evaluated in accordance with the California Environmental
Quality Act pursuant to an initial environmental study (City File Number ER I 1 -10) and the
Community Development Director has prepared a Negative Declaration of Environmental Effect;
and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission held hearings on April 14, 2010 and June 9,
2010, and considered public input on the amendments to the General Plan as shown in the Water
and Wastewater Management Element and proposed Negative Declaration of Environmental
Effect; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission recommends the City Council approve the
Negative Declaration of Environmental Effect and the 2010 Water and Wastewater Management
Element; and
WHEREAS, The City Council has reviewed and considered the information contained in
the Initial Study and the Negative Declaration for GPA/ER 11 -10 prepared for the 2010 Water
and Wastewater Management Element on July 6, 2010.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of San Luis
Obispo as follows:
SECTION 1. Finding. The City Council, after considering the 2010 Water and
Wastewater Management Element, environmental determination, staff recommendations, public
testimony and correspondence, and reports thereon, finds that the 2010 Water and Wastewater
Management Element is consistent with the General Plan.
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SECTION 2. Environmental Determination. The City Council determines that the 2010
Water and Wastewater Management Element will not create a substantial environmental effect as
defined by the California Environmental Quality Act and supports the initial environmental study
(City File Number ER l I A 0) and associated Negative Declaration prepared by the Community
Development Director.
SECTION 3. Approval of the 2010 Water and Wastewater Management Element.
Council hereby approves the 2010 Water and Wastewater Management Element, as set forth in
Exhibit A.
SECTION 4. Effective Date. The 2010 Water and Wastewater Management Element
shall become effective immediately upon adoption of this resolution.
SECTION 5. Repeal of Previous Element. The Water and Wastewater Management
Element adopted June 29, 2004 and as subsequently amended, is repealed upon the effective date
of the 2010 Water and Wastewater Management Element.
Upon motion of Council Member Settle, seconded by Council Member Marx, and on the
following vote:
AYES: Council Members Ashbaugh, Marx and Settle, Vice Mayor Carter and
Mayor Romero
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
The foregoing resolution was adopted this 6th day of July 2010.
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ATTEST:
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Elaina Cano
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO
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CHAPTER 8
WATER AND WASTEWATER
Originally Adopted: February 24, 1987
Last Revised: July 6, 2010
(Council Resolution No. 10197, 2010)
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CHAPTER 8 - TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION............................................................................ ............................... 8 -1
A. WATER MANAGEMENT ............................. ............................8 -2
INTRODUCTION
A1.0 Background .............................................................................. ............................8 -2
A1.1 Purpose ................................................................................... ............................8 -2
A 1.2 What's New in this Update? .................................................... ............................8 -2
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A2.0 Background .............................................................................. ............................8 -3
A2.1 Goal ......................................................................................... ............................8 -4
A2.2 Policies .................................................................................... ............................8 -4
A2.3 Programs ................................................................................. ............................8 -6
WATER RESOURCE AVAILABILITY
A3.0 Background .............................................................................. ............................8 -7
A3.1 Goal ........................................................................................ ...........................8 -11
A3.2 Policies .................................................................................. ...........................8 -11
A3.3 Programs ................................................................................ ...........................8 -11
SILTATION
A4.0 Background ................................... - ...................................................................
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A4.1 Goal ........................................................................................
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A4.2 Policy .....................................................................................
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A4.3 Programs ................................................................................
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WATER SUPPLY ACCOUNTING AND DEMAND PROJECTION,
A5.0 Background ............................................................................ ...........................8 -14
A5.1 Goal ........................................................................................ ...........................8 -16
A5.2 Policies .................................................................................. ...........................8 -16
A5.3 Programs ................................................................................ ...........................8 -16
WATER CONSERVATION
A6.0 Background .............................................. ...............................
...........................8 -17
A6.1 Goal ........................................................................................
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A6.2 Policies ..................................................................................
...........................8 -18
A6.3 Programs ................................................................................
...........................8 -18
RECYCLED WATER
A7.0 Background ............................................................................. ..........................:8 -19
A7.1 Goal ........................................................................................ ...........................8 -20
A7.2 Policies .................................................................................. ...........................8 -20
A7.3 Programs ................................................. ............................... ...........................8 -20
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B. WASTEWATER MANAGEMENT ................. ...........................8 -23
INTRODUCTION
B1.0 Background ............................................................................. ...........................8 -23
B1.1 Purpose .................................................................................. ...........................8 -23
WASTEWATER SERVICE
B2.0 Background ............................................................................ ...........................8 -24
B2.1 Goal ........................................................................................ ...........................8 -24
B2.1 Policies .................................................................................. ...........................8 -24
B2.3 Programs ................................................................................ ...........................8 -25
WASTEWATER TREATMENT
B3.0 Background ............................................................................ ...........................8 -26
B3.1 Goals ...................................................................................... ...........................8 -26
B3.1 Policies .................................................................................. ...........................8 -26
B3.3 Programs ................................................................................ ...........................8 -26
COLLECTION SYSTEM
B4.0 Background .............................................................................
...........................8 -27
B4.1 Goal ........................................................................................
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B4.1 Policies ..................................................................................
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B4.3 Programs ................................................................................
...........................8 -29
LIST OF FIGURES
FIGURE 1: Multi- Source Water Supply ............................................ ............................8 -5
FIGURE 3: Per Capita Water Use ................................................... ...........................8 -16
FIGURE 3: Water Reuse Master Plan Area and Distribution System ........................8 -21
FIGURE 4: October Dry Weather Flows to the Water Reclamation Facility ...............8 -23
FIGURE 5: Inflow and Infiltration Illustrated ..................................... ...........................8 -28
LIST OF TABLES
TABLE 1: City Water Resource Availability ...................................... ............................8 -7
TABLE 2: Annual Recycled Water Availability based on Influent Flow ......................8 -15
TABLE 3: Population and Water Use ............................................... ...........................8 -16
TABLE 4: 2010 Water Supply Accounting ....................................... ...........................8 -16
TABLE 5: Annual Recycled Water Usage ........................................ ...........................8 -20
TABLE 6: Highest Average Daily Flows to the Water Reclamation Facility ('01 '09).8 -27
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Introduction
The City's General Plan guides the use and protection of various resources to meet
community purposes. It reflects consensus and compromise among a wide diversity of
citizens' preferences, within a framework set by State law. The General Plan contains
elements that address various topics.
The City decided to adopt an element addressing water resources and wastewater
services because of the vital role of these resources and the far - reaching impacts of
water policies on community growth and character. This element translates the Land
Use Element's capacity for development into potential demand for water supply and
wastewater services. This element outlines how the City plans to provide adequate
water and wastewater services for its citizens, consistent with the goals and policies of
other General Plan elements.
Before adopting or revising any General Plan element, the Planning Commission and
the City Council must hold public hearings. The City publishes notices in the local
newspaper and on the City s website to let citizens know about the hearings at least ten
days before they are held. Also, the City prepares environmental documents to help
citizens understand the expected consequences of its planning policies before the
hearings are held.
Anyone may suggest or apply for amendments to General Plan elements.
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A. Water Management
INTRODUCTION
A 1.0 Background
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The original Water and Wastewater Management Element was adopted in 1987 around
the time the City experienced its most severe drought period which lasted from 1986 to
1991. During this point in time mandatory water use restrictions were instituted and
restrictions on new development were imposed. Following this period, the City pursued
additional water supplies to meet the existing water needs of the community, as well as
to fulfill the goals of the General Plan. The policies in the Water Management section of
the Element were written in a manner to address the water scarcity issues the City was
facing. With the addition of the Nacimiento Water Project to the City's water portfolio,
the City has an adequate water supply to serve the community's existing and future
water needs as defined by the General Plan. The 2010 revisions to the Water and
Wastewater Management Element reflect the change in the water supply situation.
A 1.1 Purpose
The Water Management section of the Element includes goals, policies, and programs
related to water supply, demand, and other emerging issues.
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A 2.0 Background
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The City is the sole water purveyor within the city limits. This allows the City to maintain
uniformity of water service and distribution standards, and to be consistent in
developing and implementing water policy. As the sole water purveyor, the City
maintains control over water quality, distribution, and service to users of the system, as
well as ensuring consistency with the City's General Plan policies and goals.
The Water Element of the General Plan, adopted in 1987, identified multiple water
projects to meet projected short and long -term water demand. Having several sources
of water avoids dependence on any one source that may not be available during a
drought or other water supply reduction or emergency. There is usually greater
reliability and flexibility if sources are of different types (such as surface water and
groundwater) and if the sources of one type are in different locations (such as
reservoirs in different watersheds). In November of 1990, the Council affirmed the multi -
source concept.
Consistent with the multi- source concept, the City obtains water from five sources:
Salinas Reservoir (Santa Margarita Lake), Whale Rock Reservoir, Nacimiento
Reservoir, recycled water from the City's Water Reclamation Facility (WRF), and
groundwater. See Figure 1.
Salinas Reservoir
The Salinas Dam was built in 1941 by the War Department to supply water to Camp
San Luis Obispo and, secondarily, to meet the water needs of the City of San Luis
Obispo. The Salinas Reservoir (Santa Margarita Lake) captures water from a 112
square mile watershed and can store up to 23,843 acre -feet. In 1947, the Salinas Dam
and delivery system was transferred from the regular Army to the U.S. Army Corps of
Engineers. Since the late 40s or early 50s, the San Luis Obispo County Flood Control
and Water Conservation District has operated this water supply for the City under a
lease from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Water from the reservoir is pumped
through the Cuesta Tunnel (a one -mile long tunnel through the mountains of the Cuesta
Ridge) after which it flows by gravity to the City's Water Treatment Plant on Stenner
Creek Road.
Whale Rock Reservoir
The Whale Rock Reservoir is a 40,662 acre -foot reservoir created by the construction
of an earthen dam on Old Creek near the town of Cayucos. The dam was designed and
constructed by the State Department of Water Resources in 1961 to provide water to
the City of San Luis Obispo, Cal Poly State University, and the California Men's Colony.
The Whale Rock Dam captures water from a 20.3 square mile watershed and water is
delivered to the three agencies through 17.6 miles of 30 -inch pipeline and two pumping
stations. The City of San Luis Obispo owns 55.05 percent of the water storage rights at
the reservoir. The remaining water storage rights are divided between the two State
agencies with Cal Poly owning 33.71 percent and the California Men's Colony owning
11.24 percent.
Nacimiento Reservoir
The Nacimiento Reservoir provides flood protection and is a source of supply for
groundwater recharge for the Salinas Valley. It is owned and operated by the Monterey
County Water Resources Agency. Since 1959, the San Luis Obispo County Flood
Control and Water Conservation District has had an entitlement to 17,500 acre -feet per
year (AFY) of water from the reservoir for use in San Luis Obispo County.
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Approximately 1,750 AFY have been designated for uses around the lake, leaving
15,750 AFY for allocation to other areas within the County of San Luis Obispo.
The County began construction in 2007 on a 45 -mile pipeline project to deliver water
from the Nacimiento Reservoir to five participating agencies and cities. The City has a
contractual entitlement to 3,380 AFY of water from the project.
Recycled Water
Recycled water is highly treated wastewater approved for reuse by the California
Department of Public Health for a variety of applications, including landscape irrigation
and construction dust control. Completed in 2006, the Water Reuse Project created the
first new source of water for the City since 1961 following construction of Whale Rock
.Dam. The Project resulted in improvements at the City's Water Reclamation Facility and
an initial eight miles of distribution pipeline. The City's first delivery of recycled water
took place in 2006. The City estimates demand exists for approximately 1,000 acre feet
of recycled water for landscape irrigation and other approved uses. Additional
information is provided on recycled water in subsections A 3.0, A 7.0, and B 3.0 of this
Element.
Groundwater
The groundwater basin beneath the City is relatively small and recharges very quickly
following normal rainfall periods. The groundwater basin also lowers relatively quickly
during periods of below- average rainfall. Extensive use of groundwater sustained the
City through most of the drought of 1986 -1991. However, the City's two largest
producing wells, the Auto Parkway and Denny's (Calle Joaquin) wells, were shut down
when elevated nitrate levels were detected. Additionally, portions of the groundwater
basin are contaminated with a chemical solvent (tetrachloroethylene) which would
require treatment facilities to remove.
The City operates one well for domestic potable water use that produces approximately
11 acre -feet per month or approximately two-percent of the City's total water use. The
City also maintains a non - potable well at the City's Corporation Yard for use by
contractors for construction activities such as dust control and soil compaction. The
City's Laguna Lake Golf Course also has two wells that meet a portion of the irrigation
demand for the course. The remainder of the irrigation demand for the golf course is
met using recycled water from the City's Water Reclamation Facility.
A 2.1 Goal
Ensure a long -term, reliable water supply to meet both current and future water demand
associated with development envisioned by the General Plan.
A 2.2 Policy
A 2.2.1 Multi- Source Water Supply
The City shall utilize multiple water resources to meet its water supply needs.
A 2.2.2 Water Service within the City
A. The City will be the only purveyor of water within the City.
B. Appropriate use of privately -owned wells is allowed on individual parcels. The use
of the water from a well shall only be utilized on the parcel on which it is situated.
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A 2.3 Programs
A 2.3.1 Work cooperatively on regional water issues and water resource planning
(Water Resource Advisory Committee, Whale Rock Commission, etc.).
A 2.3.2 Participate with the County of San Luis Obispo in the Integrated Regional Water
Management Plan process.
A 2.3.3 Participate with other appropriate agencies in controlling invasive species which
could impact the City's water supplies (i.e. quagga mussels).
A 2.3.4 Work with appropriate agencies to minimize water quality impacts from new
development and other activities in the watersheds of the City's water supplies.
A 2.3.5 Continue to work with the County of San Luis Obispo on the operation and
maintenance of Salinas Reservoir and Nacimiento Water Project.
A 2.3.6 Complete sanitary surveys for the Salinas and Whale Rock Reservoirs every
five years.
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A 3.0 Background
As described in Section A 2.0, the City has five water resources to meet current and
future City water demand: Salinas Reservoir (Santa Margarita Lake), Whale Rock
Reservoir, Nacimiento Reservoir, recycled water from the City's Water Reclamation
Facility, and groundwater. In order to ensure water supply reliability, the City must
determine the amount of water available from these water resources on an annual
basis. The method to determine the available yield from each resource varies based on
water right, contractual agreement, or the amount of water actually supplied.
For Salinas and Whale Rock Reservoirs the term "safe annual yield" is used to define
the annual amount of water available from these two resources. The two reservoirs are
operated in a coordinated manner to increase the available water. In contrast, the
"dependable yield" from Nacimiento Reservoir is the contractual amount of water to
which the City has rights. Since Nacimiento Reservoir is operated as a water supply
project for Monterey County, the concept of safe annual yield is not used for the City's
contractual water supply from this source. For recycled water, the annual amount
delivered is counted in the water availability calculation. Though groundwater is part of
the City s water portfolio, due to the limitations on its use, the City will not consider this
supply in estimating available water resources to meet community needs.
Another issue the City must address is the potential impact of climate change on the
City's water resources. Climate change could have a significant impact on future water
availability in the form of droughts or increased siltation in reservoirs as a result of
wildland fires which could affect the safe annual yield of the City's reservoirs. As
research on the topic continues, the City will monitor the potential for long -term impacts
to its water supply resources.
The following sections provide more detail about each water resource. Table 1 is a
summary of the City's available water resources.
Table 1: City Water Resource Availability
Water Resource
2010 Annual Availability
Salinas Reservoir (Santa Margarita
Lake ) and Whale Rock Reservoir
6,940 AF
Safe Annual Yield
Nacimiento Reservoir
3,380 AF
Contractual Limit
Recycled Water
130 AF
2009 Annual Usage
Siltation to 2060
(500 AF)
Policy A 4.2.2
TOTAL
1 9,950 AF
Note: The quantity of recycled water included as part of the City's available water resources
identified above, is the actual prior year's recycled water usage (2009), per Policy A 7.2.2.
Source: City of San Luis Obispo Utilities Department, 2010.
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Salinas and Whale Rock Reservoirs
For Salinas and Whale Rock Reservoirs the term "safe annual yield" is used to define
the quantity of water which can be withdrawn every year, under critical drought
conditions. The safe annual yield available from Salinas and Whale Rock Reservoirs is
estimated by simulating the operation of these two water supply sources over a
historical period to determine the maximum level of demand that could be met during
the most severe drought for which records are available. The two reservoirs are
operated in a coordinated manner to maximize the available water from these sources.
Salinas Reservoir fills and spills every two to three years due to its larger drainage area
and more favorable runoff characteristics, yet has higher evaporation rates. Whale
Rock Reservoir fills much less frequently. The combined yield from the two reservoirs
can be maximized by utilizing water from Salinas as the City's primary source, and
using Whale Rock as a backup source during periods when Salinas is below minimum
pool or unable to meet all of the demand. This approach increases the long -term water
supply from these two sources.
Safe annual yield analyses of water supply sources are based on rainfall, evaporation,
and stream flow experienced during a historical period. The City's safe annual yield
analysis utilizes data from 1943 through 1991 including drought periods in 1946 -51,
1959 -61, 1976 -77, and 1986 -91. Although future conditions are unlikely to occur in the
precise sequence and magnitudes as have occurred historically, this technique
provides a conservative estimate of the future water supply capability of the existing
sources, since the long -term historical record is considered a good indicator of future
conditions.
In 1988; the City contracted with the engineering firm of Leedshill - Herkenhoff, Inc., to
prepare a detailed analysis of the City's water supplies and create a computer model to
determine safe annual yield, based on coordinated operation of the two reservoirs. The
report Coordinated Operations Study for Salinas and Whale Rock Reservoirs was
completed in 1989. Key assumptions used in the 1988 model were that the "controlling
drought period" was from 1946 to 1951 and that the City only used Whale Rock
Reservoir when Salinas was below minimum pool or could not meet the City's monthly
demand. The study also assumed a minimum pool at Salinas and Whale Rock of 400
and 500 acre -feet respectively. The minimum pool at each lake is the amount of water
that must be left in the lake for fishery and habitat resources. The current minimum pool
established for each lake is 2,000 acre feet. The study estimated the City's total safe
annual yield from the two reservoirs to be 9,080 acre -feet per year. This amount was
never adopted by Council since the study period was only to 1988 and the City was
then in a drought period of unknown length.
In 1991, staff updated the computer model to examine the impact of the 1986 -1991
drought on safe annual yield and revise the assumptions on the amount of water used
from Whale Rock Reservoir each year to more accurately reflect the way the City
actually used that resource. The analysis determined that the 1986 -91 drought was the
critical drought of record for the two reservoirs. These revised assumptions resulted in a
reduction in the safe annual yield estimate.
The City's safe annual yield for 2010, from the coordinated operation of Salinas and
Whale Rock Reservoirs is 6,940 acre feet. This includes reductions due to siltation at
both reservoirs to the year 2010. Future losses due to siltation are addressed in Section
A 4.0 of this Element.
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Nacimiento Reservoir
The "dependable yield" from Nacimiento Reservoir is the contractual amount of water
that the City has rights to from Nacimiento Reservoir. This amount is 3,380 acre -feet
per year. The San Luis Obispo County Flood Control and Water Conservation District
(County) has held an entitlement to 17,500 acre -feet of water from Nacimiento Lake
since 1959. Since that time, a small portion has been dedicated for uses in the
immediate areas around the Lake. Several times in the past, the County has evaluated
opportunities for utilizing water to meet identified needs throughout the County. In the
early 1990's, the City was facing dire drought conditions and dwindling water supplies
and was considering building an emergency water supply project on its own to provide
a new water source. The City requested the County allocate 3,000 acre feet to the City
on a permanent basis. While the County denied this request, this triggered the initiation
of investigations on a county-wide basis for separate contracts for use of the available
water from Nacimiento Reservoir.
Engineering studies, environmental impact reports, dependable yield analyses, and
preliminary design reports were undertaken in an effort to meet the various water needs
within the County. In 2004, the County requested interested agencies to approve the
contractual agreements for participation in the Nacimiento Project. The four initial
project participants included the cities of San Luis Obispo and Paso Robles, the
Atascadero Mutual Water Company, and the Templeton Community Services District.
All of these agencies executed participation agreements with San Luis Obispo County
for entitlements of water which totaled 9,630 acre feet. Since 2004, the County Service
Area 10A, which serves the southern portion of Cayucos, has become a project
participant (25 AFY). In addition, 1,750 acre -feet was reserved for uses around the lake.
On June 29, 2004, the City Council authorized participation in the Nacimiento Water
Project for the delivery of 3,380 acre -feet of water. This amount is considered to be the
City's dependable yield from this water source and will be utilized to meet existing and
future water demands based on analyses prepared during the Nacimiento Project
planning process ( "Nacimiento Reservoir Reliability as a Water Source for San Luis
Obispo County ", Boyle Engineering Corporation, October 2002).
Recycled Water
With an average influent flow of just under 4.6 million gallons per day (2009), the City's
Water Reclamation Facility produces over 5,100 acre -feet of disinfected tertiary- treated
effluent per year. A minimum of 1,807 acre -feet is discharged to San Luis Obispo Creek
annually to provide satisfactory habitat and flow volume for fish species (steelhead
trout) within the San Luis Obispo Creek environment. The balance makes up the City's
available recycled water resource (See Table 2) which is available for approved uses
including:
• Landscape and golf course irrigation
• Wetlands, wildlife habitat, stream augmentation
• Groundwater recharge
• Toilet flushing
• Vehicle washing
• Surface irrigation of orchards and vineyards
• Landscape impoundments
• Industrial cooling processes
• Food crop irrigation
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Table 2: Annual Recycled Water Availability based on Influent Flow
Notes:
1. As a condition of approval of the City's Water Reuse Project by the National Marine Fisheries Service in
2005, the City is required to maintain a minimum average daily release, year -round, of treated effluent to
San Luis Obispo Creek at a rate of 2.5 cubic feet per second (cfs), or 1.6129 million gallons per day (mgd) to
provide satisfactory habitat and flow volume for anadromous fish species (steelhead trout) within the San
Luis Obispo Creek environment. This totals a minimum of 1,807 acre feet per year. The City monitors the
release of effluent through an effluent meter at the WRF and a stream gauge in San Luis Obispo Creek.
2. Master planning for the expansion of the WRF to accommodate General Plan buildout is underway in
2010. When the WRF is expanded in the future it will have an estimated treatment capacity of 5.8 mgd.
Source: City of San Luis Obispo Utilities Department, 2010.
At this time (2010), the City assumes that irrigation will continue to be the primary use
of recycled water. Based on a market assessment, potential customer surveys, and
water demand estimates for the Margarita, Airport, and Orcutt Speck Plan areas the
City estimates that demand will exist for approximately 1,000 acre -feet of recycled
water annually. Irrigation demand is seasonal, with approximately 60 percent of
recycled water deliveries occurring over a three -month period (June through August).
Additional background information on recycled water, as well as applicable goals,
policies and programs, is provided in subsection A 7.0 of the Water Section and
subsection B 3.0 of the Wastewater Management Section.
A 3.1 Goal
Manage the City's water resources to meet the current and future water demand
requirements associated with development envisioned by the General Plan.
A 3.2 Policies
A 3.2.1 Basis for Planning
The City will plan for future development through the Land Use Element taking into
consideration available water resources from the Salinas, Whale Rock, and Nacimiento
Reservoirs and recycled water.
A 3.2.2 Coordinated Operation
The City will coordinate the operation of the Salinas, Whale Rock, and Nacimiento
Reservoirs to maximize available water resources.
A 3.2.3 Groundwater
Due to limitations for the use of the groundwater resources, the City will continue to use
groundwater for domestic purposes when available, but will not consider this source of
supply as part of its water resource availability.
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Treated
Minimum
Minimum
Average Daily
Annual
Average Influent Flow to
Effluent
Average
Daily Creek
Annual
Creek
Recycled Water
Recycled
Water
WRF (MGD)
Produced
Release
Release
Availability
Availability
O
(MGD)'
(AFY)
(MGD)
(AFY)
2009 Avg. Flow
4.596
5,148
1.6129
1,807
2.9831
3,341
Flow at WRF
5.20
51825
1.6129
1,807
3.5871
4,018
Capacity
Flow at General
5.80
6,497
1.6129
1,807
4.1871
4,690
Plan Buildout
Notes:
1. As a condition of approval of the City's Water Reuse Project by the National Marine Fisheries Service in
2005, the City is required to maintain a minimum average daily release, year -round, of treated effluent to
San Luis Obispo Creek at a rate of 2.5 cubic feet per second (cfs), or 1.6129 million gallons per day (mgd) to
provide satisfactory habitat and flow volume for anadromous fish species (steelhead trout) within the San
Luis Obispo Creek environment. This totals a minimum of 1,807 acre feet per year. The City monitors the
release of effluent through an effluent meter at the WRF and a stream gauge in San Luis Obispo Creek.
2. Master planning for the expansion of the WRF to accommodate General Plan buildout is underway in
2010. When the WRF is expanded in the future it will have an estimated treatment capacity of 5.8 mgd.
Source: City of San Luis Obispo Utilities Department, 2010.
At this time (2010), the City assumes that irrigation will continue to be the primary use
of recycled water. Based on a market assessment, potential customer surveys, and
water demand estimates for the Margarita, Airport, and Orcutt Speck Plan areas the
City estimates that demand will exist for approximately 1,000 acre -feet of recycled
water annually. Irrigation demand is seasonal, with approximately 60 percent of
recycled water deliveries occurring over a three -month period (June through August).
Additional background information on recycled water, as well as applicable goals,
policies and programs, is provided in subsection A 7.0 of the Water Section and
subsection B 3.0 of the Wastewater Management Section.
A 3.1 Goal
Manage the City's water resources to meet the current and future water demand
requirements associated with development envisioned by the General Plan.
A 3.2 Policies
A 3.2.1 Basis for Planning
The City will plan for future development through the Land Use Element taking into
consideration available water resources from the Salinas, Whale Rock, and Nacimiento
Reservoirs and recycled water.
A 3.2.2 Coordinated Operation
The City will coordinate the operation of the Salinas, Whale Rock, and Nacimiento
Reservoirs to maximize available water resources.
A 3.2.3 Groundwater
Due to limitations for the use of the groundwater resources, the City will continue to use
groundwater for domestic purposes when available, but will not consider this source of
supply as part of its water resource availability.
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A 3.3.1 An update on the water resource availability will be presented to the City
Council as part of an annual Water Resources Status Report.
A 3.3.2 The City will update the safe annual yield computer model for Salinas and
Whale Rock Reservoirs following severe drought periods to determine if any changes
are necessary to the safe annual yield amount.
A 3.3.3 The City will monitor ongoing research on the potential for long -term impacts
associated with climate change to water supply resources.
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SILTATION
Water and Wastewater
A 4.0 Background
Siltation at reservoirs is a natural occurrence that can reduce the storage capacity over
long periods. The reduction of available storage reduces the safe annual yield of the
reservoirs. Siltation at reservoirs varies depending on factors such as rainfall intensity
and watershed management practices. Numerous studies and reports addressing
siltation at Salinas Reservoir have been completed, but no studies have been done for
Whale Rock Reservoir.
During the drought period ending in 1991, water at Salinas Reservoir fell to record low
levels. Recognizing the unique opportunity presented by the low water level, the County
of San Luis Obispo contracted with a local engineering consultant to provide an aerial
survey of the lake and prepare revised storage capacity information. Early studies
indicated average annual siltation rates from 23 acre -feet per year to 34 acre -feet per
year. The study done by the U.S. Geological Survey in 1975 estimated that the siltation
rate was approximately 82 acre -feet per year. The 1990 analysis conducted by the
County of San Luis Obispo indicates that the siltation rate is on the order of 40 acre -feet
per year.
It should be noted that siltation impacts to the reservoirs are a long -term impact to the
resources and should be considered in the City's long range plans for adequate water
resources. At an annual siltation rate of 40 AFY at each reservoir, it would take
approximately 530 years to fill up the Salinas Reservoir and 960 years to fill up Whale
Rock Reservoir. Siltation does not occur uniformly over time but the situation should
continue to be monitored into the future.
The City has recognized the need to evaluate the siltation rates at Whale Rock
Reservoir and has identified funding in fiscal year 2011 -12 to conduct the study. Since
no information is available to indicate what rate of siltation is occurring at the Whale
Rock Reservoir at this point, it is assumed for planning purposes that the annual
average rate of siltation is similar to Salinas Reservoir.
The safe annual yield from the two reservoirs will be continually reduced as a result of
siltation. The City's computer model can be used to calculate the reduction in safe
annual yield from Salinas and Whale Rock reservoirs to -date, which is reflected in the
safe annual yield amount in Section A 3.0 which accounts for estimated siltation losses
to 2010.
Since the storage capacity for Salinas Reservoir was last estimated in 1990, the annual
loss of 40 acre -feet per year can be applied from that date. However, since siltation at
Whale Rock Reservoir has never been factored into the total available water storage,
the loss of 40 acre -feet per year would apply to the period since the reservoir was
constructed in 1961.
The estimated loss in storage capacity for Salinas Reservoir between 1990 and 2010 is
800 acre -feet. The estimated loss at Whale Rock Reservoir between 1961 and 2010 is
1,960 acre -feet. Based on these reduced storage capacities, the computer model was
used to estimate the safe annual yield from the combined operation of the two
reservoirs. With an estimated loss of 40 acre -feet per year at each reservoir, the total
safe annual yield from the two reservoirs is estimated to be reduced by 10 acre -feet per
year.
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A 4.1 Goal
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A 4.1.1 Accurately account for siltation in the Salinas and Whale Rock Reservoirs.
A 4.1.2 Recognize and account for future projected water losses due to siltation at
Salinas and Whale Rock Reservoirs.
A 4.2 Policy
A 4.2.1 Accounting for Past Siltation
The City shall account for siltation losses that have occurred to date (2010) in the safe
annual yield from Salinas and Whale Rock Reservoirs.
A 4.2.2 Accounting for Future Siltation
The City will account for estimated safe annual yield losses at Salinas and Whale Rock
Reservoirs for the next 50 years (2060) by deducting 500 acre feet of available water
supplies to account for these future losses. The siltation rate will be updated as
information becomes available from subsequent siltation analyses.
A 4.3 Programs
A 4.3.1 Work cooperatively with other agencies and /or watershed management groups,
including the County of San Luis Obispo and Resource Conservation Districts,
implementing best management practices (BMPs) to reduce erosion and subsequent
siltation consistent with other City watershed management goals and water quality
objectives included in the Conservation and Open Space Element.
A 4.3.2 Continue public education and outreach to property owners in the watersheds
above the reservoirs to encourage practices that reduce erosion and other practices
that could impact siltation or water quality in the reservoirs.
A 4.3.3 Consider periodic siltation studies at each reservoir to evaluate and document
the impacts associated with siltation.
A 4.3.4 An update on siltation at the City s reservoirs will be provided to the City Council
as part of the annual Water Resources Status Report.
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WATER SUPPLY ACCOUNTING AND DEMAND PROJECTION
A 5.0 Background
The City is located in a Mediterranean climate that is prone to drought. As a result, the
City has experienced serious water supply deficits. In 1991, during an extended
drought, the community was within 18 months of running out of water in Salinas and
Whale Rock Reservoirs. In fact, Salinas Reservoir was below minimum pool and was
not available to the City toward the end of this drought period. In 1996, citizens voted to
incorporate Section 909 into the City's Charter identifying a water reliability reserve. In
an effort to reduce the impacts of drought on the community, the City Council has
enacted numerous water policies to strengthen its water resources portfolio.
The City will account for water supplies necessary to meet three specific community
needs: 1) primary water supply, 2) reliability reserve, and 3) secondary water supply.
1) Primary water supply is the amount needed to meet the General
Plan build -out of the City. The quantity of water needed for the City's
primary water supply needs is calculated using a ten -year average of
actual per-capita water use and the City's build -out population.
2) Reliability reserve provides a buffer for future unforeseen or
unpredictable long -term impacts to the City's available water resources
such as loss of yield from an existing water supply source and impacts
due to climate change.
3) Secondary water supply is the amount needed to meet peak water
demand periods or short-term loss of City water supply sources. The
City's secondary water supply is identified as any water supply
resources above those needed to meet the primary water supply and
reliability reserve.
In order to support growth projections and other goals of the General Plan, the City
must project how much water will be needed to serve residents, businesses, and other
users. This can be done by using different methods, all of which involve assumptions
about future usage rates and the numbers and types of users expected in the future.
There will always be some uncertainty in estimating development capacity (such as the
number of dwellings or residents) as well as the usage per customer type (such as
acre -feet per dwelling or per resident). The estimating method must use reasonable
assumptions, based on experience, to assure an adequate level of water supply while
not overstating demands.
As shown in Figure 2, the City's historical per capita usage water use has ranged from
a high of 182 gallons per capita per day (gpcd) in 1987 to a low of 86 gpcd in 1991
(during mandatory water rationing). To project the City's primary water supply and
reliability reserve into the future, an average per capita water use rate will be used,
moderated by the use of the ten -year running average to normalize weather events. In
2010, the ten -year average is 123.2 gpcd as shown in Table 3, Population and Water
Use. This water use rate is used with the City's build -out population and current
population to project the primary water supply and reliability reserve. The City's
remaining water resources make up secondary water supply, as shown in Table 4.
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180
160
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120
a
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ii 80
A
60
40
20
Figure 2: Per Capita Water Use, 1985 -2009
133 730 126 130128
117 121'. 1 12 11.24118121120 ■ 122120
88
103106
89 86 ®' 1
a5 86 87 88 89 90 91 92 93 94 95 96 97 98 99 00 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09
Year
Source: City of San Luis Obispo Utilities Department, 2010.
Table 3: Population and Water Use
Year
City of San Luis Obispo
Population 1
Total Water Use
acre feet) Z
Per Capita Water Use
cd =
2000
44,179
6,121
124
2001
44,347
5,886
118
2002
44,482
6,032
121
2003
44,357
5,968
120
2004
44,298
6,239
126
2005
44,687
6,098
122
2006
44,559
5,999
120
2007
44,433
6,488
130
2008
44,579
6,375
128
2009
44,829
6,157
123
Ten-year Average:
123.2
Sources:
1. State of CA, Department of Finance, E-4 Population Estimates for Cities. Counties and the State, 2001 -2010, with
2000 Benchmark. Sacramento, CA, May 2010.
2. City of San Luis Obispo Utilities Department, 2010.
Table 4: 2010 Water Supply Accounting
Total'
Primary Water
Supply'
Reliability Reserve'
Secondary Water
Supply'
9,950 acre -feet
7,894 acre -feet
1 1,241 acre -feet
816 acre -feet
Notes:
1. The 'Total" water supply for 2010 Is identified in Table 1. It includes safe annual yield from Salinas and Whale Rock
Reservoirs, contractual limit from Nacimiento Reservoir, annual recycled water usage for 2009, and deducts siltation losses at
Salinas and Whale Rock Reservoirs to 2060.
2. Primary Water Supply was calculated using the City's buildout population (57,200, per Land Use Element, Table 2,
Anticipated City Population Growth, 2006) and the water use rate of 123.2 gallons per capita per day (a ten -year running
average of the City's actual per capita water use), per policy A 5.2.2.
3. Reliability Reserve was calculated using the City's 2010 population (44,948, per CA Dept. of Finance, E-4 Population
Estimates for Cities, Counties and the State. 2001 -2010, with 2000 Benchmark. Sacramento, CA, May 2010) and 20 percent of
the water use rate of 123.2 gallons per capita per day (a ten -year running average of the City's actual per capita water use), per
policy A 5.2.3.
4. Secondary Water Supply includes the remaining water resources available In 2010, identified In Table 1, per policy A 5.2.4.
Source: City of San Luis Obispo Utilities Department, 2010.
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A 5.1 Goals
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A 5.1.1 Identify and meet the City's multi— source water supply needs.
A 5.1.2 Accurately forecast future water demand for planning purposes.
A 5.2 Policies
A 5.2.1 Water Use Rate
The City will calculate the per capita water use rate based on a ten -year running
average of the City's actual per capita water use.
A 5.2.2 Primary Water Supply
The City shall establish the amount of water needed for General Plan build -out using
the water use rate established in Policy A 5.2.1 multiplied by the projected General Plan
build -out population identified in the Land Use Element.
A 5.2.3 Reliability Reserve
The City will establish a reliability reserve that is 20- percent of the water use rate
established in Policy A 5.2.1 multiplied by the current population. The water supply
designated as the reliability reserve may not be used to serve future development.
A 5.2.4 Secondary Water Supply
After accounting for primary water supply and a reliability reserve, any remaining water
supplies shall be utilized for meeting short-term water supply shortages or peak water
demands.
A 5.2.5 Paying for Water for New Development
New development shall pay its proportionate or "fair share" for water supplies,
expanded treatment and distribution system capacity and upgrades.
A 5.3 Programs
A 5.3.1 An update on water supply accounting and demand projections will be
presented to the City Council as part of the annual Water Resources Status Report.
A 5.3.2 The City will conduct periodic updates to water development impact fees.
A 5.3.3 Prepare and update the Urban Water Management Plan every five years as
required by the State.
A 5.3.4 Analyze and prepare water supply assessments for large new developments in
accordance with State law.
A 5.3.5 Analyze the impacts of water efficiency programs and services to reduce overall
water demand within the City.
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WATER CONSERVATION
Water and Wastewater
A 6.0 Background
Water conservation was first referenced as a part of the City's water management
policy in 1973. In 1985, the City adopted the Annual Water Operational Plan policy
establishing water conservation as a means of extending water supplies during
projected water shortages. Since 1985, many technological and philosophical changes
have occurred which are proving water conservation to be both a short-term corrective
measure for immediate water supply shortages and a long -term solution to water supply
reliability.
Because of the experience during the drought of 1986 to 1991, the City developed a
Water Shortage Contingency Plan (Plan) to deal with immediate, short-term water
shortages. The Plan is designed to require mandatory actions when there is a projected
three year supply of water remaining from available water resources. The Plan uses a
combination of water allocations based on customer classification and water use
surcharges for exceeding the allocation as a means to decrease water use during
critical water shortages. For instance, residential customers are given a water allocation
based on the average water use for multi- or single - family households having three
occupants. If there are more residents, additional water may be allocated with sufficient
proof. Commercial customers are allocated water either by a reduction based on their
historical water use or by the average water use by business type. Surcharges for
exceeding a water allocation results in their bill either doubling or tripling depending on
the actual amount of water used. The Plan is also a required component of the City's
Urban Water Management Plan which is updated every five years per State Water
Code.
The City also recognizes the importance of long -term water efficiency by supporting
programs that will enhance water supply reliability and comply with any current and/or
future state mandates in water use reductions. In 2009, Senate Bill X7 -7 was passed
requiring water agencies to reduce per capita water use by 20 percent by the year
2020. There are three options (with a fourth being developed) on how to determine the
year 2020 target for the City. Using the methodology which best corresponds to the
City's situation and recognizes the City's past investment in conservation, the City's
target per capita water use would be 117 gpcd which is an additional five percent
reduction from 2010 per capita water use.
In terms of water supply reliability the City was one of the original signatories to the
Memorandum of Understanding Regarding Urban Water Conservation (MOU) and has
actively pursued the implementation of the water efficiency best management practices
(BMPs) prescribed in the MOU. The MOU was a negotiated agreement between water
purveyors statewide and environmental organizations on how best to utilize the State's
water resources by incorporating conservation into their water management practices.
The BMPs have been developed over the years by water purveyors, environmental
groups, and industry stakeholders. They represent the best available water
conservation practices based on research and experience and include:
• Water conservation pricing and rate structures
• Technical assistance for water customers
• Incentives for indoor and outdoor water saving technologies
• Public information and outreach
• Water audits
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Additionally, the City has adopted the Ahwahnee Principles as part of the General
Plan's Conservation and Open Space Element (COSE). The water conservation
components of the principles align with both the indoor and outdoor water conservation
BMPs.
In the future, the City will reevaluate and update its water conservation efforts in
response to changing water demand, supplies, technology, and economic conditions.
A 6.1 Goal
The efficient use of the Citys water resources to protect both short- and long -term
water supply reliability.
A 6.2 Policies
A 6.2.1 Long -term Water Efficiency
The City will implement water - efficiency programs which are consistent with accepted
best management practices and comply with any State - mandated water use reductions.
A 6.2.2 Short-term Water Shortages
Mandatory water conservation measures as described in the City's Water Shortage
Contingency Plan will be implemented when the City's water supplies are projected to
last three years or less.
A 6.3 Programs
A 6.3.1 Work cooperatively with other San Luis Obispo County water agencies to
identify cooperative water efficiency measures that can be implemented in each
jurisdiction.
A 6.3.2 Participate in State and regional water conservation efforts and research and
development opportunities.
A 6.3.3 Implement the Water Shortage Contingency Plan as required
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RECYCLED WATER
A 7.0 Background
Water recycling was envisioned as part of the City's overall water supply strategy since
the 1980's. In 1994, the City completed a major capital improvement project at the
Water Reclamation Facility that included addition of tertiary treatment and other unit
processes required to meet stringent effluent quality limits intended to protect and
enhance the receiving waters of San Luis Obispo Creek. While a municipal water reuse
program was envisioned at the time of this upgrade, the City did not receive regulatory
approvals for diversion of treated effluent for off -site landscape irrigation and other
approved uses until 2002.
The City s 2004 Water Reuse Master Plan identifies the areas of the City to be served
with recycled water (See Figure 3, Water Reuse Master Plan Area and Distribution
System), as well as potential customers and anticipated future recycled water demand.
The City completed construction of the Water Reuse Project in 2006 which included:
• A diversion structure and modulating control valve to split the effluent flow between
the recycled water tank and San Luis Obispo Creek.
• A new 220,000 - gallon chlorine contact tank to meet recycled water disinfection
requirements which differ from those for discharge to San Luis Obispo Creek.
• A new 600,000 gallon buried concrete recycled water storage tank to provide the
storage necessary for operation of the distribution system.
• A pump station to deliver recycled water into the distribution system. It included two
40- horsepower and three 120 - horsepower variable speed pumps and was designed
to accommodate two additional 120 horsepower pumps for a future capacity
expansion.
The Water Reuse Project also included the initial eight miles of the recycled water
distribution system with two main branches, as described below:
West Branch: The west branch extends west from the WRF under Highway 101,
then along Calle Joaquin to Los Osos Valley Road (LOVR) to near the westerly
city limits on LOVR. There is a secondary branch which extends from LOVR
along Madonna Road to Laguna Lake Park.
East Branch: The east branch begins at the WRF and follows Prado Road
easterly to the city limits, then along existing easements to Broad Street, thence
southerly along Broad to Tank Farm Road, then easterly to the terminus at Islay
Hills Park.
Recycled water deliveries began in October 2006. In 2009, recycled water was
delivered to 17 sites with total usage over 130 acre feet per year (See Table 5).
Additional sites continue to be connected to the recycled water distribution system
through retrofits of existing irrigation systems as well as the irrigation systems
associated with new development in the area. In the future, recycled water will be
delivered to development in the Airport, Margarita, and Orcutt specific plan areas.
Recycled water will be used for the irrigation of parks, streetscape, and median
landscaping, common area (homeowners association) landscaping, and landscaping in
commercial centers, industrial areas, and business parks.
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Table 5: Annual Recycled Water Usage
Calendar
Annual Recycled
Number of Sites
Year
Water Usage
Using Recycled Water
in acre-feet,
2006
7.69
1
2007
62.36
10
2008
95.75
11
2009
137.36
17
Notes:
1. Partial year data reported, October through December 2006.
2. The City initiated a Construction Water Permit Program (CWPP) on July 1,
2009. Recycled water usage associated with the CWPP is included with
annual recycled water usage.
Source: City of San Luis Obispo Utilities Department, 2010.
A 7.1 Goal
A 7.1.1 Utilize recycled water for non - potable purposes, thereby offsetting the use of
potable water.
A 7.1.2 Maximize the use of the City's available recycled water supply for approved
uses.
A 7.2 Policies
A 7.2.1 Recycled Water Supply
The City will make available recycled water to substitute for existing potable water uses
as allowed by law and to supply new non - potable uses.
A 7.2.2 Accounting for Recycled Water
The City will add total recycled water usage from the prior year to the City's water
resource availability on an annual basis.
A 7.3 Programs
A 7.3.1 Expand the recycled water distribution system to serve customers in the Water
Reuse Master Plan area.
A 7.3.2 Review development proposals for projects within the Water Reuse Master Plan
area to ensure recycled water is utilized for appropriate uses.
A 7.3.3 Annual recycled water usage will be presented to the City Council as part of the
annual Water Resources Status Report and will be added to the City's water resource
availability per policy A 3.2.1.
A 7.3.4 Consider the potential to deliver available recycled water supplies to customers
outside the city limits, including analysis of policy issues, technical concerns, and cost
recovery, provided it is found to be consistent with the General Plan.
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Figure 3: Water Reuse Master Plan Area and Distribution System
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B. Wastewater Management
INTRODUCTION
B1.0 Background
Water and Wastewater
The Wastewater Management section was first incorporated into the Water and
Wastewater Management Element of the General Plan in 1987. The City owns and
operates, under regulatory permits, a wastewater collection system and a water
reclamation facility that produces recycled water. In order to adequately maintain the
systems, meet the needs of the community, and meet increasingly stringent regulations
the City implements infrastructure replacement and upgrade projects at the Water
Reclamation Facility (WRF) and throughout the wastewater collection system. It also
has a pretreatment program.
B1.1 Purpose
This section of the Water and Wastewater Management Element establishes goals,
policies, and programs to ensure provision of adequate sanitary sewer infrastructure
and wastewater treatment capacity to accommodate existing and future development in
order to protect public health, human safety, and the environment.
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WASTEWATER SERVICE
B2.0 Background
U
Water and Wastewater
The City is the sole provider of wastewater service within the City. The service provides
collection and treatment for residential, commercial, and industrial users on properties
within the city limits. In 2010, the number of service connections is estimated to be
14,400. Through agreement, the City also provides service to the San Luis Obispo
campus of California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly) and the County of San Luis
Obispo Airport.
The collection system is primarily a gravity flow system. Where gravity flow is not
feasible due to the topography, wastewater lift stations and pressurized force mains are
used to move wastewater to the City's Water Reclamation Facility (WRF) on Prado
Road. Sewer pipelines measure from six inches to 48 inches in diameter.
As shown in Figure 4, dry- weather flow to the WRF over the past nine years has ranged
from 4.08 mgd to 5.12 mgd during October. In 2010, the WRF is designed for an
average dry- weather flow of 5.2 million gallons per day (mgd). Instantaneous peak
flows exceeding 20 mgd are not uncommon during storm events due to infiltration and
inflow into the wastewater collection system, discussed further in subsection B 4.0. As
the City grows to its build -out population outlined in the Land Use Element, the average
dry- weather flow of wastewater is expected to reach 5.8 mgd. In 2010, master planning
for the expansion of the WRF to accommodate General Plan buildout is underway.
When the WRF is expanded in the future it will have an estimated treatment capacity of
5.8 mgd.
Figure 4: October Dry- Weather Flows to the Water Reclamation Facility
in Million Gallons per Day (MGD)
6.00
5.00
a
a 4.00
0 3.00
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2.00
1.00
0.00
2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009
Year
Source: City of San Luis Obispo Utilities Department, Water Reclamation Facility, Influent Flow
Data for October 2001 -2009. The City utilizes October data to ensure the consideration of the
City's student population when forecasting future dry- weather flows.
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THE GENERAL PLAN
B 2.1 Goal
Water and Wastewater
Adequate wastewater collection and treatment service to meet the long -term needs of
the City.
B 2.2 Policies
B 2.2.1 Service Outside the City Limits
To receive City wastewater service, property must be annexed to the City. The City
Council may authorize exceptions to this policy provided it is found to be consistent with
the General Plan.
B 2.2.2 Service Capacity
The Citys wastewater collection system and Water Reclamation Facility shall support
population and related service demands consistent with the General Plan.
B 2.2.3 Wastewater Service for New Development
New development shall pay its proportionate or "fair share" of expanded treatment and
collection system capacity and upgrades. New development will only be permitted if
adequate capacity is available within the wastewater collection system and /or Water
Reclamation Facility.
B 2.2.4 City as Exclusive Provider
The City will be the only provider of public wastewater treatment within the City (but on-
site pretreatment of wastewater to meet City Standards maybe required).
B 2.3 Programs
B 2.3.1 Expand capacity in the City's collection system and Water Reclamation Facility
in support of projected wastewater flows.
B 2.3.2 Evaluate the potential for the wastewater flows of a proposed project to exceed
the capacity of collection and treatment systems.
B 2.3.3 The City will conduct periodic updates to its wastewater development impact
fees.
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THE GENERAL PLAN
WASTEWATER TREATMENT
Water and Wastewater
B 3.0 Background
The Water Reclamation Facility (WRF) processes wastewater in accordance with
standards set by the State's Regional Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB). The
RWQCB issues a permit to the City under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination
System (NPDES), setting standards for the discharge of treated wastewater. The
standards are to protect beneficial uses of the receiving water (San Luis Obispo Creek)
including recreation, agricultural supply, and fish and wildlife habitat.
The WRF removes solids, reduces the amount of nutrients, and eliminates bacteria in
the treated wastewater which is then discharged into San Luis Obispo Creek. Solids are
separated and treated, to create biosolids. Biosolids are beneficially reused as
compost, and /or soil amendment. As described in Section A 7.0, the WRF has been
producing tertiary treated recycled water for delivery to water customers in the City
since 2006.
B 3.1 Goals
B 3.1.1 Wastewater treatment that meets or exceeds regulatory requirements and
ensures the protection of public health and the environment.
B 3.1.2 A high - quality, dependable recycled water supply that meets an increasing
portion of the City's non - potable demand.
B 3.2 Policies
B 3.2.1 Treating Wastewater
The City will treat all wastewater in compliance with approved discharge permits.
B 3.2.2 Recycled Water Production
The City will produce high - quality, dependable recycled water, suitable for a wide range
of non - potable uses.
B 3.2.3 Beneficial Use
The City will pursue treatment and disposal methods which provide for further beneficial
use of wastewater and biosolids.
B 3.3 Programs
B 3.3.1 Prepare and implement Water Reclamation Facility master plan consistent with
regulatory requirements.
B 3.3.2 Work cooperatively on regional water quality issues.
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THE GENERAL PLAN
COLLECTION SYSTEM
Water and Wastewater
B 4.0 Background
The first sanitary sewers were built in San Luis Obispo in the late 1800s. Today portions
of the collection system are over 100 years old. It includes nine lift stations,
approximately 135 miles of gravity sewer line and three miles of force main.
Approximately 2,900 manholes provide access to the collection system. The sewer
lines are made of a variety of materials, including terra cotta salt - glazed pipe, vitrified
clay pipe (VCP), polyvinyl chloride (PVC), and asbestos concrete.
The City's wastewater collection system requires maintenance to ensure uninterrupted
flows and minimize sanitary sewer overflows. Area and preventive maintenance
programs are regularly evaluated to ensure their effectiveness. The City also utilizes
video inspection to prioritize problem areas for replacement, maintenance, assess
overall mainline conditions, conduct inflow and infiltration evaluations, and assess new
construction.
The City issues discharge permits to and conducts inspections of facilities that have the
potential to discharge pollutants in concentrations that could pose a threat to worker
safety, the wastewater collection system, and /or the Water Reclamation Facility.
Through its Pretreatment Program, the City also implements programs to target
constituents of special concern.
Like most cities in California, San Luis Obispo has separate sewer and storm drain
systems. This means each system of pipes in the ground is designed to accommodate
either sewer or stormwater flows. One set of pipes takes sanitary waste to the Water
Reclamation Facility while a second set carries stormwater runoff from street drains
directly into bioswales, detention basins, or creeks.
The City's wastewater collection system
and the WRF have long experienced Table 6: Highest Average Daily Flows
Water Reclamation Facility, W
he at
problems associated with wet weather to t 2001 to 2009
infiltration and inflow (I & 1). Inflow is water
that enters the collection system at points
of direct connection (non -soil) such as
around manhole covers or through illegal
connection of roof drains, downspouts, or
landscape drains. Infiltration is water that
flows through the ground into the
collection system usually through cracks in
public sewer mains and /or private sewer
laterals (See Figure 5). 1 & I overloads the
collection system during heavy rains and
can result in sanitary sewer overflows.
During periods of significant rain events,
Average Daily
Flows'
Year
15.41 mgd
2001 March
7.84 mgId
2002 December
9.96 mgd
2003 March
16.81 m d
2004 December
15.95 mgd
2005 January
19.75 mgd
2006 (April)
7.24 mgd
2007 December
9.83 mgd
2008 January
11.67 m d
2009 October
the WRF can become hydraulically Note:
overwhelmed (as mentioned previously, 1. Instantaneous peak flows are higher.
instantaneous peak flows exceeding 20 2. August dry weather flow to the WRF from 2001
mgd are not uncommon during storm to 2009 ranged from 3.44 mgd to 4.23 mgd.
events) increasing the chance of effluent Source: City of San Luis Obispo Utilities
violations and the release of partially Department, 2010.
treated wastewater to San Luis Obispo
Creek. Table 6 includes data on the highest average daily flows experienced at the
WRF during rain events over a nine -year period.
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THE GENERAL PLAN
u
Water and Wastewater
Figure 5: Inflow and Infiltration Illustrated
B 4.1 Goal
Collect and convey all wastewater under safe and sanitary conditions to the Water
Reclamation Facility.
B 4.2 Policies
B 4.2.1 Collection System Maintenance
The City will manage the collection system to ensure that the proper level of
maintenance is provided and that the flow in sanitary sewers does not exceed design
capacity.
B 4.2.2 Infiltration and Inflow
The City will minimize stormwater and groundwater infiltration and inflow into the sewer
system.
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THE GENERAL PLAN
B 4.3 Programs
B 4.3.1 Investigate and carry out cost - effective methods for reducing infiltration and
inflow into the wastewater collection system.
B 4.3.2 Develop education and outreach materials to increase public awareness of
problems associated with excessive infiltration and inflow (I & 1) into the wastewater
collection system and the City's efforts to reduce I & I.
B 4.3.3 Support the retrofit of commercial and residential sewer laterals to reduce
infiltration and inflow into the wastewater collection system.
B 4.3.4 Update the Sewer System Management Plan to maintain its applicability.
B 4.3.5 Maintain, and revise as necessary, master plans for the extension of
wastewater services to developing areas of the City and to ensure orderly replacement
of aged infrastructure.
B 4.3.6 Review development proposals to ensure new development does not adversely
impact existing infrastructure and that necessary infrastructure will be in place to
support the development.
B 4.3.7 Provide a Pretreatment Program pursuant to the Clean Water Act to ensure that
all discharge requirements are met.
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RESOLUTION NO. 10196 (2010 Series)
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO AUTHORIZING
THE SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY ASSESSOR TO ASSESS AMOUNTS DUE
ON DELINQUENT SOLID WASTE COLLECTION AND DISPOSAL ACCOUNTS
AS LIENS AGAINST THE PROPERTIES
WHEREAS, Section 8.04.070 of the San Luis Obispo Municipal Code establishes that all
developed properties in the City must use the solid waste collection and disposal service provided
by the City's franchisee, that the franchisee is responsible for collecting fees for their services, and
that owners of developed properties are responsible for paying for the service; and
WHEREAS, Section 8.04.070 of the Municipal Code further provides a method by which,
once each year, the franchisee may take actions to collect fees from the owners of developed
properties which have delinquent solid waste collection and disposal accounts; and
WHEREAS, the franchisee, San Luis Garbage Company, has taken the actions required
within the Municipal Code to collect fees from delinquent accounts as certified by franchisee and
incorporated herein.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of San Luis Obispo
hereby authorizes the San Luis Obispo County Assessor to assess the.amounts due on delinquent
accounts as established -and certified by franchisee San Luis Garbage Company as liens against the
properties listed below.
Owner
Parcel Number
Property Address
Amount
-Property
ARVIN, DAEIZADEH
TICKELL, WILLIAM E JR
004 -541 -010
003 -612 -013
1156 MADONNA RD
1545 CARMEL ST
$150.94
$126.12
JAY, JAMES P
004 - 442 -010
1538 BALBOA ST
$122.60
SNYDER, CHARLES C
SANTANA, ELADIO D
GORDON, ROBERT L
053- 182 -029
004 - 431 -008
001 - 136 -010
3191 S HIGUERA ST
1287 CAYUCOS DR
1532 MONTEREY ST
$301.80
$140.24
$304.44
HALL, KEITH & TRACY
JD FETYKO DEVELOPMENT INC
052 - 163 -027 187
052 - 536-010
PALOMAR AVE
136 E FOOTHILL BLVD
$188.88
$99.80
BARRON, SUSAN K
004 -782 -021
2614 AUGUSTA ST
$143.80
ANHOLM, DAVID
052- 382 -020
294 CRAIG WAY
$133.40
HERNANDEZ, CONCEPCION
004 -973 -016
2801 JOHNSON AVE APT 4
$153.42
MOODY, SKENE
003 - 687 -071
2151 SIERRA WAY
$133.40
NELSON, STEVE C
001 - 194 -020
286 LINCOLN ST
$161.58
POLLY, MELODY
053 - 197 -016
2911 GARIBALDI AVE
$74.40
PRYOR, JOHN
053 -023 -028
230 LOMA BONITA DR
$168.60
ROBERTS, KATHERINE
052- 451 -018
521 PRINCETON PL
$148.34
SNYDER, CHARLES C
002 - 506 -001
299 MARSH ST
$221.74
SNYDER, CHARLES
001 - 251 -019
2038 SAN LUIS DR
$219.78
SNYDER, ELEANOR
003 - 564-007
1672 FAIRVIEW ST
$82.04
TICKELL, WILLIAM E JR
003 - 612 -013
390 ISLAY ST
$164.24
URIBE, ORLANDO & LINDA
004 -973 -020
2801 JOHNSON AVE APT 8
$109.10
WALTERS, GEORGINA
053 - 300 -020
1286 CHAPARRAL CIR
$149.08
WAMPLER, LARRY
053 - 414-003
966 FULLER RD
$131.56
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Upon motion of Council Member Settle, seconded by Council Member Ashbaugh , and on
the following vote:
AYES: Council Members Ashbaugh, Marx and Settle, Vice Mayor Carter and
Mayor Romero
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
The foregoing resolution was adopted this 6th day of July 2010.
Mayor David F. Romero
ATTEST:
Elaina Cano
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
(__"',,X.6Christine Dietrick
City Attorney
RESOLUTION NO. 10195 (20 10 Series)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO APPROVING AN HISTORIC
PROPERTY PRESERVATION AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF SAN LUIS
OBISPO AND BARRY JONES, OWNER OF A DESIGNATED HISTORIC RESOURCE
AT 148 BROAD STREET IN SAN LUIS OBISPO
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo is authorized by California
Government Code Section 50280 et seq. (known as "the Mills Act ") to enter into contracts with
the owners of qualified historical properties to provide for appropriate use, maintenance, and
rehabilitation such that these historic properties retain their historic characteristics; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has adopted Resolution No. 9136 (2000 Series)
establishing the Mills Act Historic Property Tax Incentive Program as an on -going historic
preservation program to promote the preservation, maintenance and rehabilitation of historic
resources through financial incentives; and
WHEREAS, the owners possess fee title in and to that certain qualified real property,
together with associated structures and improvements thereon, located on Assessor's Parcel
Number 001- 014 -014, located at 148 Broad Street, San Luis Obispo, California 93401, also
described as the Vard Shephard House (hereinafter referred to as the "historic property"); and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo has designated this
property as an historic resource of the City of San Luis Obispo pursuant to the policies in the
City's Historic Preservation Program Guidelines; and
WHEREAS, the City and owners, for their mutual benefit, now desire to enter into this
agreement to limit the use of the property to prevent inappropriate alterations and to ensure that
character- defining features are preserved and maintained in an exemplary manner, and repairs
and/or improvements are completed as necessary to carry out the purposes of California
Government Code, Chapter 1, Part 5 of Division 1 of Title 5, Article 12, Sec. 50280 et seq., and
to qualify for an assessment of valuation pursuant to Article 1.9, Sec. 439 et. seq. of the Revenue
and Taxation Code; and
WHEREAS, as provided by adopted procedures, the Cultural Heritage Committee held a
public hearing on May 24, 2010, to consider a request by Bang Jones, owner of 148 Broad
Street; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has considered the Cultural Heritage Committee's
recommendation, documentation for the property on file in the Community Development
Department, public testimony, the staff report, and the City's Historical Preservation Program
Guidelines.
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of San Luis
Obispo as follows:
SECTION 1. Findings. The City Council makes the following findings:
1. Conservation and Open Space Element program 3.6.2 indicates the City will participate
in financial assistance programs such as property tax reduction programs that encourage
maintenance and restoration of historic properties.
2.. The Vard Shephard House, located at 148 Broad Street, has been recognized as an
historic asset in the community by its designation as a Master List Historic Property. As such,
maintaining the structure will meet the City's goals for historic preservation listed in policies
3.3.1 through 3.3.5 of the Conservation and Open Space Element.
SECTION 2. Historic Preservation Agreement Approved. The City Council hereby
approves the "Historic Preservation Agreement Between the City of San Luis Obispo and the
Owners of the Historic Property Located at 148 Broad Street," dated July 6, 2010, and entered
into between the City and Barry Jones.
SECTION 3. Mayor Authorized to Sign Agreement for City. The City Council hereby
authorizes the Mayor to execute said agreement on behalf of the Council of the City of San Luis
Obispo.
SECTION 4. Environmental Determination. The City Council has determined that the
above actions do not constitute a project, as defined by Section 15378 of the California
Environmental Quality Act and are exempt from environmental review.
SECTION 5. Recordation of the Agreement. No later than twenty (20) days after the
parties enter into said agreement, the City Clerk shall cause this agreement to be recorded in the
Office of the County Recorder of the County of San Luis Obispo.
Upon motion of Council Member Settle, seconded by Council Member Ashbaugh, and on
the following vote:
AYES: Council Members Ashbaugh, Marx and Settle, Vice Mayor Carter and
Mayor Romero
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
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The foregoing resolution was adopted this 6th day of July 2010.
Mayor David F. Romero
ATTEST:
Elaina Cano
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO
Dietrick
City Attorney
RESOLUTION NO. 10194 (2010 Series)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO APPROVING AN HISTORIC
PROPERTY PRESERVATION AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF SAN LUIS
OBISPO AND GORDON AND STACY EDMONDS, OWNERS OF A DESIGNATED
HISTORIC RESOURCE AT 535 ISLAY STREET, SAN LUIS OBISPO
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo is authorized by California
Government Code Section 50280 et seq. (known as "the Mills Act ") to enter into contracts with
the owners of qualified historical properties to provide for appropriate use, maintenance, and
rehabilitation such that these historic properties retain their historic characteristics; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has adopted Resolution No. 9136 (2000 Series),
establishing the Mills Act Historic Property Tax Incentive Program as an on -going historic
preservation program to promote the preservation, maintenance and rehabilitation of historic
resources through financial incentives; and
WHEREAS, the owners possess fee title in and to that certain qualified real property,
together with associated structures and improvements thereon, located on Assessor's Parcel
Number 003 - 624 -001, located at 535 Islay Street, San Luis Obispo, California 93401, also
described as Sandercock House (hereinafter referred to as the "historic property "); and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo has designated this
property as an historic resource of the City of San Luis Obispo pursuant to the policies in the
City's Historic Preservation Program Guidelines; and
WHEREAS, the City and owners, for their mutual benefit, now desire to enter into this
agreement to limit the use of the property to prevent inappropriate alterations and to ensure that
character- defining features are preserved and maintained in an exemplary manner; and repairs
and/or improvements are completed as necessary to carry out the purposes of California
Government Code, Chapter 1, Part 5 of Division 1 of Title 5, Article 12, Sec. 50280 et seq., and
to qualify for an assessment of valuation pursuant to Article 1.9, Sec. 439 et. seq. of the Revenue
and Taxation Code; and
WHEREAS, as provided by adopted procedures, the Cultural Heritage Committee held a
public hearing on July 6, 2010, to consider a request by Gordon and Stacy Edmonds, owners of
535 Islay Street; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has considered the Cultural Heritage Committee's
recommendation, documentation for the property on file in the Community Development
Department, public testimony, the staff report, and the City's Historical Preservation Program
Guidelines.
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of San Luis
Obispo as follows:
SECTION 1. Findings. The City Council makes the following findings:
1. Conservation and Open Space Element program 3.6.2 indicates the City will participate
in financial assistance programs such as property tax reduction programs that encourage
maintenance and restoration of historic properties.
2. The Sandercock House, located at 535 Islay Street, has been recognized as a historic asset
in the community by its designation as a Master List Historic Property. As such, maintaining
the structure will meet the City's goals for historic preservation listed in policies 3.3.1
through 3.3.5 of the Conservation and Open Space Element.
SECTION 2. Historic Preservation Agreement Approved. The City Council hereby
approves the historic preservation agreement between the City of San Luis Obispo and the
owners, Gordon and Stacy Edmonds, dated July 6, 2010, and entered into between the City and
Gordon and Stacy Edmonds.
SECTION 3. Mayor Authorized to Sign Agreement for City. The City Council hereby
authorizes the Mayor to execute said agreement on behalf of the Council of the City of San Luis
Obispo.
SECTION 4. Environmental Determination. The City Council has determined that the
above actions do not constitute a project, as defined by Section 15378 of the California
Environmental Quality Act and are exempt from environmental review.
SECTION 5. Recordation of the Agreement. No later than twenty (20) days after the
parties enter into said agreement, the City Clerk shall cause this agreement to be recorded in the
Office of the County Recorder of the County of San Luis Obispo.
Upon motion of Council Member Settle, seconded by Council Member Ashbaugh, and on
the following vote:
AYES: Council Members Ashbaugh, Marx and Settle, Vice Mayor Carter and
Mayor Romero
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Resolution No. 10194 (2010 Series)
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The foregoing Resolution was adopted this 6"' day of July 2010.
Mayor David F. Romero
Elaina Cano
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
stine Dietrick ,
City Attorney
RESOLUTION NO. 10193 (2010 Series)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO APPROVING A $30,000
AFFORDABLE HOUSING FUND AWARD FOR THE SLO COUNTY
HOUSING TRUST FUND
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo met in the Council
Chamber of City Hall, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, California, on July 6, 2010 for the
purpose of considering a request by the SLO County Housing Trust ( "HTF ") Fund for Affordable
Housing Fund ( "AHF ") assistance in the amount of $30,000; and
WHEREAS, the projects and programs supported by the SLO County Housing Trust
Fund meet the eligibility criteria established by the City Council; and
WHEREAS, Housing Element Program 6.13 provides direction for the City to "continue
to support the SLO County Housing Trust Fund's efforts to provide below - market financing and
technical assistance to affordable housing developers as a way to increase affordable housing
production in the City of San Luis Obispo;" and
WHEREAS, the City Council has duly considered all evidence, including the testimony
of the applicant, interested parties, and the evaluation and recommendations by staff presented at
said meeting.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of San Luis
Obispo as follows:
SECTION 1. Findings. The City Council does hereby make the following findings in
support of the proposed Affordable Housing Fund award:
1. Eli 'bili : Although the proposal does not create any units on its own, the HTF
improves the City's capacity for providing affordable housing, provides technical assistance
to City staff and developers of affordable housing in the City, and HTF advocates for
affordable housing projects, consistent with City policy. The proposed award is consistent
with City General Plan policy (Housing Element Program 2.13 and 6.13) and past practice.
2. Need: The HTF contributes to affordable housing at the very-low, low and moderate
income ranges.
3. Suitability: These criteria would be evaluated for any future HTF affordable housing
projects in the City of San Luis Obispo that also receive an AHF grant.
4. Timing: Funding should be provided now so that HTF has adequate funds to cover
operating expenditures during the 2010 calendar year.
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5. Financial Effectiveness: The City's AHF award would leverage significant additional
funding from other sources. As shown in Attachment 2, the top twenty contributors to the
HTF have provided over $1.5 million in operating support and equity for new loans since
2003.
6. Readiness: The HTF has been contributing to the cause of affordable housing in San Luis
Obispo County since 2003 and the proposed AHF award will help the HTF fulfill their
mission and is supported by the General Plan.
SECTION 2. Affordable Housing Award, SLO County Housing Trust Fund. The City
Council does hereby approve an Affordable Housing Fund grant in the amount of $30,000 to
support operations.
Upon motion of Council Member Settle, seconded by Council Member Ashbaugh,
and on the following vote:
AYES: Council Members Ashbaugh, Marx and Settle, Vice Mayor Carter and
Mayor Romero
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
The foregoing resolution was adopted this Oh day of July 2010.
Mayor David F. Romero
ATTEST:
Elaina Cano
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO
Dietrick
City Attorney
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RESOLUTION NO. 10192 (2010 Series)
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO ENDORSING
THE HIGHWAY 1 MAJOR INVESTMENT STUDY
WHEREAS, in 2006, the San Luis Obispo Council of Governments (SLOCOG) and the
California State Department of Transportation (CalTrans), commissioned a major investment
study of Highway 1 from Stenner Creek Road to the Highway I & 101 interchange to study
potential future operational and safety deficiencies; and
WHEREAS, in February 2009, the City entered into an agreement with the San Luis
Obispo Council of Governments (SLOCOG) and the California State Department of
Transportation (CalTrans), establishing the City as the lead agency in the preparation of the
Study; and
WHEREAS, consistent with this agreement the City in cooperation with SLOCOG,
CalTrans, CalPoly University, and the San Luis Obispo County has completed the study; and
WHEREAS, current and potential operational and safety deficiencies have been
identified in the study as well as general concepts for addressing those deficiencies; and
WHEREAS, the study will provide a basis for shaping these concepts into feasible
alternatives and for planning the fiscal resources to implement them.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of San Luis
Obispo as follows:
SECTION 1. The City Council endorses the Highway 1 Major investment study, thereby
acknowledging the potential deficiencies identified in the study and supporting a continued effort
to address them with all due speed.
Upon motion of Council Member Settle, seconded by Council Member Ashbaugh, and on
the following vote:
AYES: Council Members Ashbaugh, Marx and Settle, Vice Mayor Carter and
Mayor Romero
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
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The foregoing resolution was adopted this 6`h day of July 2010.
Mayor David F. Romero
ATTEST:
Elaina Cano
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO
J. Christine Dietrick
City Attorney
RESOLUTION NO. 10191 (2010 SERIES)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO APPROVING AMENDMENTS
TO THE RESIDENTIAL GROWTH MANAGEMENT POLICIES OF THE GENERAL
PLAN GPA 133 -09
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of San Luis Obispo conducted a
public hearing in the Council Chamber of City Hall, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo,
California, on March 24 and May 12, 2010 pursuant to a proceeding instituted under application
GPA 139 -09, City of San Luis Obispo Community Development, applicant; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo conducted a public hearing
in the Council Chamber of City Hall, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, California, on June 15,
2010 for the purpose of considering Application GPA 133 -09; and
WHEREAS, notices of said public hearings were made at the time and in the manner
required by law; and
WHEREAS, the Council has reviewed and considered the Negative Declaration of
environmental impact for the project as prepared by staff and reviewed by the Planning
Commission; and
WHEREAS, the Council has duly considered all evidence, including the
recommendation of the Planning Commission, testimony of interested parties, and the evaluation
and recommendations by staff, presented at said hearing.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of San Luis
Obispo as follows:
SECTION 1. Environmental Determination. The City Council finds and determines that
the project's Negative Declaration adequately addresses the potential environmental impacts of
the proposed project entitlements in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act
and the City's Environmental Guidelines, and reflects the independent judgment of the Council.
The Council hereby adopts the Negative Declaration.
SECTION 2. Findings. The amendments to General Plan Land Use Element Policies
1.10.2, Table 2 and 1. 10.3 as shown on the attached Exhibit A, are hereby approved, based on the
following findings:
Findings.
1. The proposed General Plan Amendment/Growth Management Policy amendment is
consistent with General Plan Land Use Element policies to continue to provide for the
balanced evolution of the community and the gradual assimilation of new residents while
encouraging the timely completion of residential dwellings in approved specific plan areas.
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2. The proposed amendments to the Growth Management Policy will continue to maintain
consistency with the City's ability to provide resources and services, and with State and City
requirements for protecting the environment, the economy, and open space.
3. The proposed amendments to the Growth Management Policy are consistent with the
intent of the City's Housing Element Policy 6.1 which directs the City to continue to plan for
an adequate supply of housing to meet its regional allocation.
4. A Negative Declaration was prepared by the Community Development Department on
March 1 st, 2010. The Planning Commission finds and determines that the project's Negative
Declaration adequately addresses the potential significant environmental impacts of the
proposed project.
Upon motion of Council Member Ashbaugh, seconded by Vice Mayor Carter, and on the
following vote:
AYES: Council Members Ashbaugh, Marx and Settle, Vice Mayor Carter and
Mayor Romero
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
The foregoing resolution was adopted this 15th day of June 2010.
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ATTEST:
Elaina Cano
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Christine Dietrick
City Attorney
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Exhibit A
To Resolution No. 10191 (2010 Series)
1.10.2 Residential Growth Rate
The City's housing supply shall grow no faster than one percent per year, on average, based on
thresholds established by LUE Table 2, , excluding dwellings
affordable to residents with extremely low, very low or low incomes as defined in the Housing
Element. This rate of growth may continue so long as the City's basic service capacity is assured.
Table 2 shows the approximate number of dwellings and residents which would result from the
one percent maximum average annual growth rate over the planning period. improved specific
plan areas may develop in accordance with the phasing schedule adopted b each ach specific plan
Land Use Element Table 2
1. 10.3 Phasing Residential Expansions
"Before a residential expansion area is developed, the City must have adopted a specific plan for
it. Such plans for residential expansion projects will provide for phased development, consistent
with the population growth outlined in Table 2, and taking into account expected infill
residential development .
Approximate
Anticipated
Year
Maximum Number
Number of People
of pwehings
Based on 2.3 persons
- -
_ - _ _ _.-
_ _ er dwe[lin
2009
20,222*
44,521
2014
21,253
48,881
2019
22,337
51,375
2024
23,477
53,997
2029
-24,674
56,750
*Actual Number from 2009 Housing Element, remaining
#'s based on 1% annual growth maximum.
** Dwelling count of 24,300 would be reached in 2028.
1. 10.3 Phasing Residential Expansions
"Before a residential expansion area is developed, the City must have adopted a specific plan for
it. Such plans for residential expansion projects will provide for phased development, consistent
with the population growth outlined in Table 2, and taking into account expected infill
residential development .
_ . _ .. MINOR _.....
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RESOLUTION NO. 10190 (2010 Series)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO APPROVING THE 2009 -11
FINANCIAL PLAN SUPPLEMENT AND ADOPTING THE 2010 -11 BUDGET
WHEREAS, the City Council adopted the 2009 -11 Financial Plan on June 16, 2009, which
established comprehensive financial and policy guidelines for fiscal years 2009 -10 and 2010 -11;
and
WHEREAS, the 2009 -11 Financial Plan included appropriations for fiscal year 2010 -11;
and
WHEREAS, the City Council has reviewed proposed changes to the 2009 -11 Financial
Plan to be effective for fiscal year 2010 -11 after holding noticed public hearings; and
WHEREAS, the City Manager has submitted the 2009 -11 Financial Plan Supplement and
Preliminary 2010 -11 Budget to the City Council for their review and consideration.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the City of San Luis
Obispo hereby approves the 2009 -11 Financial Plan Supplement and adopts the 2010 -11 Budget.
Upon motion of Vice Mayor Carter, seconded by Council Member Settle, and on the
following vote:
AYES: Council Members Ashbaugh and Settle, Vice Mayor Carter and Mayor
Romero
NOES: Council Member Marx
ABSENT: None
The foregoing resolution was adopted this 15th day of June 2010.
ATTEST:
Elaina Cano
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Christine Dietrick
City Attorney
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RESOLUTION NO. 10189 (2010 Series)
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO AUTHORIZING APPLICATION
FOR NATURE EDUCATION FACILITIES PROGRAM FUNDS FROM THE SAFE
DRINKING WATER, WATER QUALITY AND SUPPLY, FLOOD CONTROL, RIVER
AND COASTAL PROTECTION BOND ACT OF 2006 IN SUPPORT OF THE CITY OF
SAN LUIS OBISPO'S EDUCATIONAL KIOSK INSTALLATION PROGRAM
WHEREAS, the California Department of Parks and Recreation has been delegated the
responsibility by the Legislature of the State of California for the administration of the Nature
Education. Facilities Program, setting up necessary procedures governing the application; and
WHEREAS, said procedures established by the State Department of Parks and Recreation
require the applicant to certify by resolution the approval of applications before submission of said
applications to the State; and
WHEREAS, the applicant will enter into a contract with the State of California to complete
the project.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of San Luis
Obispo hereby approves the filing of an application for grant funds from the California Department
of Parks and Recreation's Nature Education Facilities Program in support of the City's existing
educational kiosk installation program; and
1. Certifies that said applicant has or will have , prior to commencement of any work on the
project included in this application, sufficient funds to complete the project should this grant be
awarded; and
2. Certifies that the applicant has or will have sufficient funds to operate and maintain the
project; and
3. Certifies that the applicant has reviewed, understands, and agrees to the General Provisions
contained in the contract shown in the Grant Administration Guide; and
4. Certifies that this project is consistent with applicable City planning documents; and
5. Delegates the authority to the City Manager to conduct all negotiations, execute and
submit all documents, including, but not limited to, applications, agreements, amendments,
and payment requests, which may be necessary for the completion of the aforementioned
project.
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Resolution No. 10189 (2010 - Series)
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Upon motion of Council Member Settle, seconded by Council Member Ashbaugh and on
the following vote:
AYES: Council Members Ashbaugh, Marx and Settle, Vice Mayor Carter and
Mayor Romero
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
The foregoing resolution was adopted this 15th day of June 2010.
i
Mayor David F. Romero
ATTEST:
Elaina Cano
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM: