HomeMy WebLinkAbout01/26/1993, - COUNCIL FOLLOW-UP: COUNCILMEMBER GOAL SUGGESTIONS PLANNING COMMISSON GOALS 1993-1995 FINANCIAL PLANMEMORANDUM
January 14, 1993
TO: Bill Statler, Finance Director
FROM: John Dunn, City Administrative O
SUBJECT: Council Follow -Up: Councilmember Goal Suggestions
During the Council meeting of January 5, 1993, three issues were identified by different
individual Councilmembers as items they would like to consider during the upcoming
Council goal setting session. Specifically, Mayor Pinard mentioned a goal of installing City
owned fiber optic lines as a part of various capital improvement projects to achieve the
eventual construction of a municipally owned communication system. Councilman
Romero requested consideration of*a goal to streamline the City's Development Review
Process. Councilman Settle suggested that the Council submit the Housing Element to
the State to assure "procedural compliance".
The purpose of this memo is to assure that these ideas are included in the final report for
the goal setting workshop.
C. Hampian
Gladwell
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PLANNING COMMISSION GOALS
1993 -1995 Financial Plan
The following goals should be considered for inclusion in the 1993 -1995 Financial Plan in the
following priority:
1. Complete ongoing projects from the 1991 -93 Financial Plan unless deferred or deleted
by the City Council (1993 -94)
2. Evaluate and recommend to the City Council the implementation of programs and
policies included in general plan elements (1993 -95)
3. Evaluate and recommend to the City Council policies and procedures which would
- improve and enhance planning application processing through the Planning Commission
and foster cooperation with the business community and other jurisdictions (1993 -94)
4. Review the draft Creek Ordinance and forward recommendations to the City Council
(1993 -94)
5. Review revised Zoning Regulations and Subdivision Regulations and forward
recommendations to the City Council (1993 -95)
6. Review the implementation program for the downtown design plan and forward
recommendations to the City Council (1994 -95)
COMMENTS
Goal #1: Complete ongoing projects from the 1991 -93 Financial Plan:
Review the draft e �plan land use circulation open space housing and noise elements
and forward recommendations to the City Council
Land Use and Circulation Elements
The Council endorsed hearing drafts of the land use and circulation elements in 1992.
Following is a schedule for adoption.
Public review of the EIR for both elements: February and March, 1993
Response to comments complete and Council hearing to certify the EIR: March, 1993
Planning Commission hearings to adopt elements: April and May, 1993
City Council hearings to adopt elements: May and June, 1993.
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Separately, "A Conceptual Physical Plan for the City's Center" has been prepared. It is
undergoing advisory-body review and environmental review. The Planning Commission
will consolidate advisory body concerns in February, and present the plan for Council
adoption between March and June 1993, coordinated with the Land Use Element update.
Open Space Element
The Planning Commission, Park and Recreation Commission, and the public will review the
Draft Open Space Element from November, 1992 through early February, 1993. The
negative declaration for the Draft Open Space Element should be completed by early
January, 1993, receiving Planning Commission and public review in January and early
February, 1993. The Draft Open Space Element will be forwarded to the City Council in
late February or early March, 1993 for review and adoption.
Housing Element
At its May 13, 1992 meeting, the. Planning Commission completed its review of the Draft
Housing Element update and forwarded the draft, with revisions, to the City Council.
Council subsequently directed that work continue on achieving acceptable housing goals for
inclusion in the element concurrent with continued development of updated Land Use and
Circulation Elements. Staff is involved with State -level activities to amend housing element
legislation. Continued progress on refining and adopting the Housing Element is expected
to occur in Spring- Summer of 1993.
Noise Element
Staff work has progressed to the point of beginning Planning Commission consideration as
time permits. This element has lower priority than several of the other General Plan
elements currently under review by the Commission.
2. Review the draft downtown design plan and forward recommendations to the City Council
The downtown design plan is currently being reviewed by the Planning Commission.
Recommendations will be delivered to the Council by Spring, 1993.
3. Review the draft airport specific plan and forward recommendations to the City Council
The Airport Specific Plan has been deferred indefinitely by the County, therefore it has been
removed from this list of goals.
Goal #2: Review and Recommend General Plan Element Implementation Programs:
Following the adoption of a number of general plan elements, the Planning Commission will
be evaluating and recommending to the Council many of the individual implementation
programs included within each plan's implementation strategy. Given the City's current and
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future fiscal situation, the Council may choose to alter the recommended implementation
strategies. Their decisions, which are frequently reflected in their list of major goals and
objectives, will directly affect extent of work required of the Planning Commission in this
area.
Goal #3: Improved Application Processing Through the Planning Commission:
The reorganization of the Community Development Department continues to be a high
priority. One component of that program involves the implementation of policies and
procedures to streamline the development review process. The Planning Commission, as
an integral part of the review process, will be evaluating and recommending to the Council
revisions to existing policies and procedures that would assist the public in the development
review process.
Goal #4: Improve Processing of Creek Projects:
Presently the City utilizes an Administrative Creek Policy to establish creek setbacks. Since
this is only a policy, the City has not been consistent in providing creek setbacks. In 1990,
Community Development Department staff prepared a draft creek setback ordinance and
organized an Ad Hoc group to review the draft ordinance. Based on Ad Hoc Committee
and Community Development Department staff comments a third draft needs to be
completed, reviewed by the Ad Hoc group, then forwarded to the Planning Commission and
City Council. Completion of this ordinance will streamline the City's review of creek
projects.
Goal #5: Review Zoning and Subdivision Regulations:
The Community Development Department, as part of its effort to streamline the
development review process, will be preparing revisions to the zoning and subdivision
regulations. The Planning Commission will need to review these changes and submit their
recommendations to the Council for final adoption.
Goal #6: Downtown Design Plan Implementation:
Separate projects and programs necessary to implement the downtown design plan will need
Planning Commission review. These may include changes to the Zoning Regulations and
to land use policy statements in various elements of the general plan. Capital improvement
projects implementing the downtown would also require Planning Commission review.
For all of the activities listed above, it is assumed that'current levels of staff support from the
Community Development Department will be retained.
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ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION GOALS
1993 -1995 Financial Plan
The following goals should be considered for inclusion in the 1993 -1995 Financial Plan in the
following priority:
1. Evaluate and recommend to the City Council revised architectural review guidelines
which would improve and enhance planning application processing through the
Architectural Review Commission (1993 -94)
2. Evaluate and recommend to the City Council the implementation of programs and
policies included in the downtown design plan (1993 -95)
3. Review those aspects of the general plan implementation programs which affect
architectural review and forward recommendations to the City Council (1994 -95)
4. Continue to evaluate ongoing projects from the 1991 -93 Financial Plan unless deferred
or deleted by the Council (1993 -94)
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Goal #1: Revised ARC Guidelines:
The streamlining of the development review process continues as a high priority. The ARC,
as an integral part of the review process, needs to revise its guidelines in order to assist the
public in the development review process. The existing guidelines were written in 1983,
and although there have been a few minor amendments, they no longer accurately reflect
existing policy and procedures.
Goal #2: Implementation of the Downtown Design Plan:
Once adopted, the downtown design plan will require architectural review of capital projects
resulting from its implementation program. In addition, revisions to the Architectural
Review Guidelines will need to reflect policies enabling the implementation of the downtown
design plan.
Goal #3: Review General Plan Implementation Programs Involving Architectural Review:
The ARC will be reviewing those projects resulting from the implementation of newly -
adopted general plan elements. The focus will be on the architectural and aesthetic impacts
of the implementation programs rather than address land use policy.
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Goal l{4: Continue Ongoing Programs From The 1991 -93 Financial Plan:
1. Pmpare guidelines for freeway igns
The freeway sign program is recommended for deletion from the priority list. At this time
the City is unable to meet State requirements to participate in the program. To pursue
changing the legislation will require an extensive amount of staff resources.
2. Continued review of the end eral plan
Land Use Element, Circulation Element
Members of the ARC participated in the Ac Hoc committee involved in the development of
the Land Use Element of the general plan. No additional participation of the ARC is
required other than the possibly reviewing and commenting on the EIR.
Open Space Element, Housing Element
No additional participation of the ARC is required.
Noise Element
The ARC will be reviewing the Noise Element to evaluate the architectural and aesthetic
aspects of proposed noise mitigation measures.
3. Review and comment on draft creek setback re ulations
A member of the ARC participated in the Ad Hoc committee which reviewed a draft creek
setback ordinance in 1990. Based on comments received, another draft needs to be
completed, reviewed by the Ad Hoc group, then forwarded to the Planning Commission and
City Council. Creek setback regulations will streamline review of projects which may
impact the city's creeks.
For all of the activities listed above, it is assumed that current levels of staff support from the
Community Development Department will be retained.
CAN,)IDATE MAJOR CITY GVALS
HISTORICAL PRESERVATION
(1993 -1995 Financial Plan)
The following goals should be considered for inclusion in the 1993-
1995 Financial Plan in the following priority order:
1. Adopt policies that direct the preservation of important historic
buildings after a major earthquake.
2. Expand the listing of Historical Resource Properties.
3. Adopt Archaeological Survey Guidelines.
4. Establish new Historical Preservation Districts.
COMMENTS
All of the recommended goals reflect activities that the CHC is currently involved with.
Goal #1: Earthquake Policies: Draft preservation policies have been prepared by staff.
A CHC subcommittee is evaluating policy options for Council consideration. The fiscal
impact of this goal is unknown at this time. If the City decides to help fund the
restoration of historic buildings after an earthquake, costs could be significant, depending
on the scope of the program.
Goal #2: Expanded List of Historical Resource Properties: Significant research by
a historical consultant was completed in 1992. A CHC subcommittee is finalizing a list
of recommendations for Council consideration. Fiscal impacts will involve the cost of
property owner notification and holding City Council public hearings.
Goal #3: Archaeological Guidelines: Staff has prepared draft guidelines that are being
evaluated and refined by a CHC Subcommittee. Once adopted, these guidelines would
better ensure the preservation of archaeological resources within the City.
Goal #4: New Historical Districts: Consultant studies have identified two or three
candidate areas for district designation. CHC research of these areas continues. Fiscal
impacts will involve the cost of property owner notification and holding Planning
Commission and City Council public hearings.
For all of the activities listed above, it is assumed that current levels of staff support
from the Community Development Department (approximately 8 hours per week) will
be retained.
Cultural Heritage Committee (November, 1992)
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RECEIVED
ADMINISTRATION
BUSINESS ASSOCIATION SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
CITY COUNCIL GOALS AND RECOMMMATIONS
The following goals were developed by the Business
Improvement Association for recommendation to the City
Council for their use at the City Council goal session.
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1. Economic Enhancement. The BIA urges the City Council to
maintain the Economic Stability program and further support
the economic vitality of the City. As stated on the
Citizens Advisory Committee report, the economy is of
primary concern to residents.
The justification for this program is demonstrated by the
City's dependence on sales tax revenue. As a community, we
must be progressive in the management of the sales tax
revenue. The BIA is willing to work with the City to
determine the parameter and structure of an economic
enhancement program.
2. Presentation to City Council "Owning and Operating A .
Small Business in San Luis Obispo ". The BIA would like to
provide to the City Council with a 'taste' of the experience
businesses in our community face. This seminar would
include a presentation by a small business owner in addition
to the results of a survey the BIA would sponsor asking
businesses to provide financial information on the state of
their business.
3. Economic Return. The BIA would like to request that the
City Council evaluate the return on City expenditures in
terms of their economic benefit to the citizenry. Every
business person adamantly adheres to the policy of
positioning themselves aggressively during tough economic
times. Advertising pays for itself through the generation
of sales tax dollars.
The crucial job of the City is to balance funding and not
skew it to one faction. Revenue producing dollars generate
funds for other vital City services.
The BIA is requesting that no new programs be implemented
and services be maintained at the 1990 service level.
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4. City Promotion. The BIA would like to work with the City
Council and City Staff to promote San Luis Obispo as a site
to be considered for clean industries and businesses.
Included'in this program would be the following:
* Development of a positive attitude regarding
business among city staff.
* Development of promotional materials to enhance
the image of San Luis Obispo and professionally
present the City to potential businesses.
* Assignment of a staff liaison at the management
level to personally contact and assist
businesses seeking information about the City.
5. Business Facilitation. Development of a program,
refining the procedures for businesses interested in
relocating or remodeling with in the downtown. This program
would enhance the economic vitality and aesthetic atmosphere
of the commercial core.
Implementation for this program could be a joint effort
bringing BIA and ARC together to develop a pre - approval
package for downtown businesses to aid them in rapidly
moving through the design process.
6. Commercial Growth. The indication that commercial growth
would be limited in the downtown would signal the demise of
the core. Projects like the SLO Little Theatre, Downtown
Centre and Tom Toys would not happen if growth limits were
implemented.
7. Communication. The BIA would like to develop a
relationship with the City Council and City staff, fostering
enhanced communication. The BIA would like to be an active
player in all issues involving the downtown. Notification
and involvement of the BIA in these issues would only serve
to gain advocacy for their implementation.
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MEMORANDUM
January 14, 1993
TO: JOHN DUNN, CITY ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
FROM: MARION WOLFF, HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION CHAIRPERSON
SUBJECT: 1993 -95 FINANCIAL PLAN GOAL SETTING
As you requested, the Human Relations Commission discussed our goals and priorities
for the upcoming Financial Planning process at the our December meeting. After a
thorough discussion, we concluded that we would like to continue with our current
goals (as reflected in our annual Work Plan) into the next Financial Planning period.
Specifically, the Commission would like to continue to oversee the Grants -In -Aid
Program (including a bi- annual update of the Human Needs Assessment), monitor the
Homeless Shelter contract, provide Forums on relevant topics, and serve as a catalyst
for important social service or human rights topics that arise in the community (e.g.,
taking the lead in creating a county -wide hate violence prevention coalition).
With respect to how these goals impact the financial planning process, the vast
majority of the Human Relations budget represents our annual contribution to the
homeless shelter ($120,000) and the Grants -In -Aid Program ($89,700). The balance
of our budget (less than $5,000) covers Commission expenses (copying, postage,
supplies etc.) and the costs of putting on forums or participating in miscellaneous
activities. The Commission feels strongly that funding for these programs should
remain intact during the 1993 -95 Financial Plan. Given the state of our local economy
and the loss of funding at all levels of government, the community will only rely more
heavily on the programs supported by the Commission.
Please feel free to contact me at 5443450 if you have questions regarding the
Commission's goals or priorities for the next financial planning process. Thank you.
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MEMORANDUM
January 14, 1993
TO: John Dunn, City Administrative Officer
FROM: Jack Gatz, Promotional Coordinating Committee Member
SUBJECT: Promotional Coordinating Committee Goals
Because of the magnitude of businesses relying upon the tourists for income within the
City of San Luis Obispo, every effort must be made to lure the tourists to the City.
Because of the importance of private, non - profit social, cultural, and educational
organizations operating in the City of San Luis Obispo; and because of the importance
placed upon "quality of frfe" by the citizens of San Luis Obispo, the City must do
everything it can to support various deserving groups requesting funds.
Because historically the Promotional Coordinating Committee's budget is derived from
sales tax revenue, the transient occupancy tax revenue, and business license fees, and
because the TOT is extracted from the "Visitor" to our City, the City should re- invest a
portion of these monies into advertising.
GOALS:
■ Maintain the historical budget formula for the Promotional Coordinating Committee
adopted by the City Council June 23, 1970 (i.e., 20% of the bed tax, plus 2% of the
sales tax plus 15% of the business license tax) Ref. page 24 of the Advisory Body
Handbook.
■ Consider all requests from non - profit groups seeking promotional funds and
recommend to the City Council levels of funding for each request.
■ Establish effective media campaign to advertise the City of San Luis Obispo so that
it can remain the County's most important retail center.
■ Establish criteria for evaluation of the City's advertising program and Grants -in -Aid
program.
■ Determine most effective methods of advertising based upon criteria evaluation and
review by advertising contractors and Promotional Coordinating Committee.
■ Maintain communication with City Council through quarterly reports and discussion
with Council Liaisons.
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Memorandum
January 8, 1993
To: John Dunn, City Administrative Officer
From: Kathy Ko40Principal Recreation Supervisor
Via: m Stockton, Recreation Director
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ADMINISTRATION
SAN LUIS OBISPO. CA
Subje t: Park & Recreation Commission Goals for 1993 -1995 Financial Plan
At their January 6, 1993 meeting the Park and Recreation completed the goal setting
process for the 1993 -1995 Financial Plan. Commission Chair, Paul Orton will be
presenting these goals at the January quarterly meeting however the Commission
requested that the goals be directed to you as well.
Provided below are the goals established by the Commission. The order in which the
goals are presented is not indicative of priority order. Commission members felt the
listed goals represented equivalent importance.
PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION GOALS
1993 - 1995 FINANCIAL PLAN
Exercise the City charter charge to support and maintain Parks and
Recreation programs essential to the health, vitality and well being of the
community for citizens of all ages and abilities
Assign qualified planning staff assistance to update the Park and Recreation
Element for inclusion into the revised General Plan
Adoption of the Laguna Lake Master Plan by the City Council
Review and approve a Park and Recreation Commission generated program for
the restoration of Mitchell Park and implement a specific design and phasing
schedule for the approved restoration
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DRAFT:
JACK HOUSE'COMMITTEE GOAL SETTING
in the past the Jack House has been the focus for a variety of local
organizations and institutions to contribute to the improvement and development of
the grounds, (eg: Rotary International, California Conservation Corp, Cal Poly etc).
Due to the ambitious efforts of the Jack House Committee, the maintenance and
improvements of the facility have not been a total liability to general fund dollars.
The Jack House Committee is very enthusiastic regarding the incorporation of
the facility into the Downtown Conceptual Plan and continues to ambitiously develop
and improve the Gardens and pertinent structures to make them more useable to the
public. The Committee, through use and programming fees continues to generate
funds for the continued improvement and development of the Gardens so that there
is minimal general fund support required.
Besides providing social and recreational opportunities to San Luis Obispo
Citizens, the Jack House and Gardens is additional considered a valuable asset to the
history of the city and serves as a valuable teaching and study element.
Goal # 1:
The continued operation, maintenance and improvement of the Jack House and
Gardens is viewed by the JHC as an essential component to the effort by the City of
San Luis Obispo to maintain and augment tourism and visitor supported economic
opportunities.
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Goal #Z:
Continued support allotment of General Fund dollars to supplement Jack House funds
for the ongoing improvement and development of the Jack House and Gardens.
Goal #3: "
The Jack House Committee is enthusiastic about the manner in which the Jack House
property will be integrated into the Downtown Conceptual Plan, in particular, the
central block walkway which parallels the property line increasing accessibility.
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ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON JOINT RECREATIONAL USE
OF SCHOOL DISTRICT PROPERTY
Goals and Obie.ctives
Sinsheimer Park:
1. Complete the General Plan for Sinsheimer Park.
2. Make a decision concerning the possible inclusion,
or exclusion of railroad property in the general plan.
3. Repropose deferred projects during the next CIP
cycle: Swim Center Improvements -- Multi- purpose Room
improvements and landscaping; Sinsheimer Park fencing;
stadium outfield drainage; stadium backstop renovation, and
tennis court lights.
Committee consensus is that the deferred projects are
essential-to the joint use areas.
It is felt that a multi - purpose room at the swim center
would be a valuable multi -use, fund generating addition to
the Sinsheimer Park complex.
We are also concerned that the maintenance of the
baseball stadium not be minimized. It is heavily used by
semi -pro teams, youth baseball, the high school, Cal Poly,
Babe Ruth, and the Recreation Department.
Laguna Junior High:
1. That Laguna Junior High become a Joint Use Site.
This location is needed to provide playing space for
SLO Girls Softball.
There are committed funds in the Sinsheimer Park Fund
of $7,500.00 for this project contingent upon Laguna Junior
High becoming a Joint Use Site.
C.L. Smith:
1. Playground improvements are needed. Outdated
equipment must be replaced.
Respectfully submitted,
Barbara Jauregui
Chair,Joint Recreation Use Committee
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January 7, 1993
To: The Mayor and Members of the City Council, City of San Luis Obispo
From: J. W. Forrer, Chairperson Mass Transportation Committee
Subject: 1993 Goals and Priorities for the Mass Transportation Committee
The following is a list of goals, in order of priority, for the Mass
Transportation Committee, for 1993.
1.) Transit Transfer Center -- A continued effort will be made to
identify additional funding sources for a Transit Transfer Center which
is adequate to meet the current and projected needs of SLO Transit
and the County Transit System. In line with this quest, an effort will
be made to identify new site alternatives which may be more cost -
effective and still meet the needs of our expanding public
transportation network. A continued effort will be made to stress the
mutual need, and responsibility for, a Transit Transfer Center as the
hub of SLO Transit and CCAT services.
2.) Bus Purchase Program -- The on -going campaign to provide the
SLO Transit system with a fleet of 11 buses, including 9 peak vehicles
and 2 spares, will continue to be emphasized. In addition, funding will
be sought for a replacement for the leased trolley vehicle which
currently acts as the replacement for the Downtown Trolley.
3.) Adherence to Short -Range Transit Plan -- In order to provide
a service level which emphasizes a reasonable level of utility and
convenience for SLO Transit customers, it will be necessary seek
operating funds for operating a nine bus peak fleet. In addition to the
aforementioned increase in fleet size, an adequate funding level for
operations is critical to the goal of increasing SLO Transit's market
share.
4.) Marketing -- Effective and economical marketing concepts will be
explored in order to assist in increasing SLO Transit's market share at
the direct expense of the single occupancy automobile. Community
outreach programs should be implemented in order to directly market
the SLO Transit product to current and potential transit consumers.
5.) Bus Stop Improvement Program -- The on -going effort, per the
-ilort -range transit plan, to improve SLO Transit's bus stop signage,
elters, safety, and general convenience /comfort will be maintained.
JAN - 8 1993
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CITY CLERK
SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA
6.) ADA Compliance -- All reasonable efforts will continue to be
made in order to meet the requirements of SLO Transit's 'special
needs' customers. Through contractual arrangements with the County
Runabout System, SLO Transit will continue to attempt to meet all
ADA requirements.
7.) Alternative Fuels -- In order to meet the City Council's
expressed interest in the improvement of local air quality, and in
meeting current and pending 'Clean Air' legislation, alternative fuel
technologies will be pursued in conjunction with any capital
acquisitions. In addition to vehicle purchase and rehabilitation,
improvements to maintenance facilities may be required. While in
pursuit of alternative fuel technologies, it will be imperative that SLO
Transit's service quality standards, as well as maintenance and
operating costs, do not take a significantly negative turn. The necessity
of providing separate parts inventories and unique training to the
mechanical staff, will also need to be monitored with regards to
inventory cost and potential vehicle "down time." It must be noted,
however, that due to the variety of manufacturers and dates of
purchase, some of these same problems may also occur with SLO
Transit's diesel fleet.
cc. Harry Watson, Transit Manager
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CITY GOALS
BICYCLE TRANSPORTATION
At their December 14 meeting, the Bicycle Committee approved the
following goals for consideration of inclusion in the 1993 -1995 Financial
Plan:
♦ Complete and implement a Bicycle Transportation Plan.
♦ Implement promotion, education and enforcement programs to
increase bicycle use and safety.
♦ Maintain funding levels for implementation of the Bicycle
Transportation Plan in the same proportion to the total City
budget as in FY 1989 -91.
♦ Continue to seek sources of funding that supplement contributions
from the City's general fund.
Notes:
1. The Bicycle Committee is scheduled to complete the Bicycle Transportation
Plan in the spring of 1993. This plan will call for a variety of capital
improvements including bicycle lanes and paths as well as additional bicycle
parldng facilities. The plan will identify a variety of funding opportunities
including local, State and Federal sources.
2. Promotion, education and enforcement programs will be included within the
Bicycle Transportation Plan but are mentioned as a separate goal because of
their "non - capital" funding requirements.
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January 12, 1993
TO: John Dunn, City Administrative Officer
In response, John, to your letter of October 30, 1992, I submit
the following proposed GOALS OF THE TREE COMMITTEE:
Maintain a quality tree program by constantly evaluating
existing and new species to include on the City's approved tree
planting list.
Improve the quality of city trees through the gradual
removal of problem trees and replacement with superior specimens.
Continue the present commitment of supporting Arbor Day and
other educational activities to inform the public about the value
and use of trees.
Minimize future cultural problems of street trees by
developing minimum, standards for tree planting. Such standards
as minimum planting strip width for certain species would be of
use to the Architectural Review Committee and the Planning
Department.
Continue to recognize Heritage Trees and further develop the
Commemorative Grove.
We hope that these goals will be considered in the long range
plans for our city.
Sincerely,
Howard C. Brown, Chairman
Tree Committee
c: Lane Wilson
Todd Martin
Tree Committee members
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MEMORANDUM
XW-MM 15, 1993
To: Jdm Dunn, City Administrative s r.,tive Officer
Fill: George Moylan, Hailing Authority of the City of San Iuis Obispo
SLWBCT: Ideas for Council's Goal Setting Process for 1993 -1995
This is in response to your memo of Nove ter 17, 1992 which was been discussed
on at least two occasions by Ccamissicners of the Authority. Consensus is that
while support from, the City's general fund for affordable housing activities
should be w=cutaged it is also understood that given the City, County, State
and Nation's current economic condition no such support will be forthaaming at
this time.
Ttms T%e would ask that the City consider the following ideas as being supportive
of the goal of affordable housing:
1. Continue to analyze it's own land and property holdings to see if any
surplus property could be made ava;lahle for affordable housing. A second
step would be to encourage the County, the School District and other
public agencies who own land and property within the City limits to make
a similar analysis of their holdings.
2. The City is on the verge of receiving entitlement funding through the
Comaunity Development Block Grant program. It is expected that there will
be a great deal of internal ccapetitian for the many nee available
through this funding vehicle. Thus the City Co=il should set -aside a
stated percentage of each year's funding to be used for affordable
horsing. Individual developments receiving such funding should be
approved by both the City Council and Housing Authority.
3. Within the housing element the City should provide for inclusionary
zcaiing and payment in lieu progress. However, those programs should be
very sp°Cifier and few in number. We are not a major metropolitan area and
thus should not take a shotgun approach to affordable housing. Oars
should be a singly designed and administered program, that relies on a
working relationship between the City and development oommmity. We
should avoid adversarial positions and the establishment stmt of additional
to operate programs.
4. The City should consider amts to it's development process. This
has been a complaint of private developers but the slow approval process
can have a deleterious effect an assisted developments also. It can add
costs which an assisted development cannot tolerate, but more importantly
failure to perform in a tiusly manner can result in the loss of a grant
or loan needed to make a preferred development a reality.
5. The City, County and the other cities within the county should consider
the establishment of a countywide Housing Trust Fund. These are not the
best economic times for starting such a fund, but the ultimate
e tahl ; shment of such a fund could be part of the solution to the
affordable housing problem in the city and county.
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January 19, 1993
MEMORANDUM
TO: John Dunn, City Administrative Officer
FROM: Ann Slate, Personnel Director(
SUBJECT: Personnel Board Input on Council Goals
Because the charge of the Personnel Board is to hear appeals on selected employee
grievances and disciplinary actions, the Board did not have specific budget
recommendations for the City Council at this time.. They were provided an
opportunity to review and discuss the Employee Layoff Prevention Plan which is the
product of the Employee Working Group. This task logically fell into their purview as
they have been asked in the past to comment on a variety of personnel issues, e.g.
the Affirmative Action Plan and the Sexual Orientation Anti- Discrimination Ordinance.
They were supportive of the Working Group recommendations, in particular the use
of unpaid leaves for those employees who might desire a "sabbatical" but not a
permanent loss of a position with the City. They advocated detailed analysis of
management tasks with a focus on consolidation of management positions. They also
suggested the assignment of line functions to management. An example cited came
from Cuesta College's experience with budget cuts where administrators assumed
counselling or teaching functions in addition to their administrative duties.
They emphasized the need for straightforward and intense communication during
transitional times in an organization. Effective orientation and training should be
provided in particular to the first Fine supervisors as tools to assist them in performing
their duties in a changing organizational environment.
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