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HomeMy WebLinkAbout04/05/1994, C-1 - MINUTES �. -1 7-'=to MINUTES REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 1994 - 7:00 PM CITY HALL- COUNCIL CHAMBERS - 990 PALM STREET SAN LUIS OBISPO, CALIFORNIA ROLL CALL Council Members Present: Council Member Penny Rappa, Dave Romero, Bill Roalman, Vice-Mayor Allen K. Settle and Mayor Peg Pinard Absent: None City Staff Present: John Dunn, City Administrative Officer; Diane Gladwell, City Clerk; Jeff Jorgensen, City Attorney; Ken Hampian, Assistant City Administrative Officer, Mike McCluskey, Public Works Director;Arnold Jonas,Community Development Director; Bill Statler, Finance Director, Bob Neumann, Fire Chief; Jim Gardiner, Police Chief PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD P.C.I. Terry Terril. 1037 Stephanie Drive, proposed using Camp San Luis Obispo to house the homeless. Mayor Pinard presented a Certificate of Appreciation and letter from the City of Simi Valley to City of San Luis Obispo employees Tom Baasch and Bob Bishop commending them for their assistance in the recent earthquake. CONSENT AGENDA Moved by Settle/Romero to approve the Consent Agenda as recommended by the City Administrative Officer with the exception of C-3 and C-6 as noted; motion carried (5-0). C-1 COUNCIL MINUTES Council considered the minutes of January 18, 1994 at 7:00 PM. Moved by Settle/Romero to waive oral reading and approve the minutes; motion carried (5-0). C-2 INVITATION FOR BIDS - OFFICE SUPP_IES (File No. 94-01) Council considered an Invitation for Bids (IFB) for office supplies. Moved by Settle/Romero to approve bid solicitation and authorize the CAO to award contract to lowest responsible bidder, motion carried (5-0). C-1 - l City Council Meeting Page 2 Tuesday, February 15, 1994- 7:00 PM C-3 PROJECT STUDY REPORT- PRADO ROAD PROJECT STUDY (File No. 94-08A) Council considered a Request for Proposals for a Project Study Report on the Prado Road interchange, estimated to cost $75,000 (available from SLOCOG grant funds). Council discussed project funding and interchange configuration. John Dunn.City Administrative Officer, suggested wording for the efficient design of the interchange. Moved by Raoaa/Romero to approve RFP as amended to change wording as discussed by Council and CAO John Dunn (designing an efficient interchange that uses the least amount of land and preserves maximum open space); motion carried (4-1, Vice-Mayor Settle voting no). C-4 JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT- CROSSING GUARD SERVICES (File No. 1151) Council considered a Joint Powers Agreement (JPA) with the San Luis Coastal Unified School District (SLCUSD) to ensure crossing guard services for school age children. Moved by Settle/Romero to approve Agreement No. A-02-94-CC with SLCUSD and authorize the Mayor to execute the agreement; motion carried (5-0). C-5 BIKE LANE WIDENING PROJECT (File No. 93-53) Council considered plans and specifications for"Bike Lane Widening Project-Madonna Road", Spec. No. 93-53 estimated to cost $23,500 including contingencies. Moved by Settle/Romero to approve solicitaticn of bids and authorize CAO to award the contract if lowest responsible bid is within the engineer's estimate; motion carried (5-0). C-6 LAND USE & CIRCULATION ELEMENT REVIEW SCHEDULE (File No. 462) Council considered the schedule for Council review of the Lane Use and Circulation Element Update. Council Member Romero stated he would be out of town on March 22nd. Moved by Roalman/Settle to schedule Council meetings for March 28, March 29,and April 26; motion carried (5-0). C-7 BIA FACADE ENHANCEMENT PROGRAM (File No. 471) Council considered the Business Improvement Associations Facade Enhancement Program Guidelines. Moved by Settle/Romero to receive and file and BIA Facade Enhancement Program and Guidelines; motion carried (5-0). City Council Meeting Page 3 Tuesday, February 15, 1994- 7:00 PM C-8 CAMPAIGN REGULATIONS ORDINANCE (File No. 323) Council considered giving final passage to an ordinance amending the City's Election Regulations ordinance (continued from 2/1/94). Moved by Settle/Romero to give final passage to Ordinance No. 1254; motion carried (5-0). COUNCIL LIAISON REPORTS C.L.R.1. Council Member Romero updated Council on Railroad celebration plans scheduled for May 5.7, 1994. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. APPEAL-TEMPLE NER SHALOM (File No. 407) Council held a public hearing to consider appeals by Susan Akers Graves, Laura Brewer and Jeff Brewer of a Planning Commission action to approve a conditional use permit to allow a religious facility in the R-1 zone on a lot located near Johnson Avenue and Bishop Street (2211 Johnson Avenue); Temple Ner Shalom, applicant. Arnold Jonas. Community Development Director, reviewed the proposed site and project. Mayor Pinard declared the public hearing open. Jeff Brewer.Appellant, 2253 Johnson Ave., stated that the proposed use was not appropriate for this property because of the lack of on-site parking, pedestrian concerns, traffic impacts and increase noise levels. Susan Akers-Graves, Appellant, 1365 Bishop, stated the proposed use was too intensive for the lot, and expressed concerns about the shared driveway easement and traffic issues. Tent'Stambler-Wolfe,P.O.Box 3898,Palos Verdes,Attorney representing Susan Akers-Graves,stated that the proposed project was not compatible with the neighborhood, asked that all on-site parking be eliminated,that Susan Akers-Graves be released from the shared driveway access easement, and that the hours of operation, occupancy, rear setback and building height be limited. Laura Brewer.Appellant, 2253 Johnson, said the proposed project was not compatible with the family neighborhood, and the use was too intensive, and that it would reduce property values. Robert Bruington, 2281 Johnson, spoke against the project because of issues relating to parking, traffic, noise, lot size, lack of buffer zones and parking. Peter Guy. 1336 Cecelia Court, stated that other churches had to build parking lots on-site when they expanded, and suggested the Temple purchase the synagogue on Augusta. Lester Cawelti. 1307 Bishop St., spoke against the proposed project. John Scholz, 1630 El Caserio Court,read a letter from Betsey Lyon in support of the proposed project, then stated he also supported ft. eq3 City Council Meeting Page 4 Tuesday, February 15, 1994- 7:00 PM Howard Scholz 1630 EI Caserio Court, stated there were many churches on Johnson Avenue and supported the proposed project. Iris Alexandra, 1365 Bishop, spoke against the proposal. Kathleen O'Neill, 293 Via La Paz, stated that the use would be light and supported the proposed project. Roger Jump, 3000 Augusta St., stated that he had never experienced any problems with the synagogue in his neighborhood and supported the proposal. Sandy Baer. 957 Lobelia Ln, supported the project. Mary Ann Vasconcellos,2565 Dans Canyon Road,stated churches were typically located in residential areas and supported the proposal. Christine Peralta. 1334 Diablo Dr., spoke in support of the project. Marshall Ochvlski. P.O. Box 14327 SLO, showed several slides of existing churches with similar features to the proposed project, stated they would be amenable to vacating the parking lot on-site, and stated that traffic and noise would not impact the neighborhood. Joel Diringer. 2475 Johnson Ave., supported the project. Richard Carsel, 3375 Sequoia St., stated the congregation currently had eight families and spoke in favor of the project 8:50 PM Mayor Pinard declared a recess. 9:10 PM Council reconvened, all Council Members present. Jules Rogoff, 330 Los Cerros Dr., stated that religious facilities were slated for residential neighborhoods and spoke in support: David Blakely. P.O. Box 090 Santa Margarita, stated that traffic and noise would not impact the neighborhood, supported the shared parking arrangements, and the project. Kurt Kuooer, 967 Osos, spoke in favor of the shared parking agreement. Robert Long,263 Chorro#20,Assistant Manager of the San Luis Medical Clinic, spoke in favor of the shared parking agreement. Charles Fishman, 1551 Bishop St. #410, stated the Bishop Medical Plaza Association would be amenable to a right of extension clause after five years. Bill Davies, San Luis Obispo, supported the project. Reverend Kenneth Lockwood. 1270 16th St, Los Osos, urged approval without restrictions. Jim Nisbet. 941 Chon•o, spoke in favor. C -1 -� City Council Meeting Page 5 Tuesday, February 15, 1994- 7:00 PM Todd McMullen, 610 A. Couper, read a letter from Pastor Deane Keller of Grace Church in support of the project. Pastor Ron Rasmussen. 743 Clearview, Lane, spoke in favor. Bruce Houseman, 1320 Kentwood, spoke in favor of the proposal. Rabbi Harry Manhoff, 2932 Augusta St., stated the Congregation Beth David enjoyed excellent relationships with their neighbors and spoke in support. Reverend Dawn King, 123 Naomi Ave., Shell Beach, stated the use was not incompatible with the neighborhood. David Cattrell. 1443 Boxwood Court, spoke in support. Naomi Blakely, P.O. Box 909 Santa Margarita, stated the use was compatible with the neighborhood. Sylvia Drucker. 1317 Cavalier Ln., spoke in favor of the proposal. Sid Salinger, 3220 Calle Malua, urged approval of the project. Baruch Margalit, 3340 Johnson Ave., stated that two-thirds of all churches were in residential neighborhoods and supported the proposal. John Belsher. 2606 El Cerrito, stated that other sites were beyond the means of the synagogue and spoke in favor of approving the project. John Carsel. 3285 Shearer Ave., Cayucos, spoke in support of the proposed project and read a letter from Lynn Cooper supporting the proposal. Susan Akers-Graves. Appellant, spoke in opposition of the project due to various land use compatibility issues. Mayor Pinard declared the public hearing closed. Council discussed allowed uses,proposed parking arrangements, pedestrian safety,land uses,traffic impacts, parcel and building size, traffic, building mass and scale. Jeff Jorgensen, City Attorney, suggested that the resolution be modified to include clauses stating that because there will be no on-site parking, a condition prohibiting access via the common access driveway easement, mitigation will not be required; that the Council approves the mitigated negative declaration of environmental impact; that the Architectural Review Commission shall review the project for neighborhood compatibility issues, including density, massing, scale, and noise impacts; that 28 parking spaces will be available at all times at 1551 Bishop Street; that there shall be no on- site parking other than four handicapped spaces;and that the Council confirms that the access to the driveway shall not be used for access to the Temple. Moved by Settle/Roalman to deny the appeal and adopt Resolution No. 8270 as amended with City Attorney recommendations and a parking agreement of not.less than five years with an option to extend; motion carried (4-1, Council Member Rappa voting no). C- 1-5 City Council Meeting Page 6 Tuesday, February 15, 1994- 7:00 PM Moved by Raooa/Pinard to direct staff to conference with easement holders and bring back appropriate amendments; motion carried (5-0). Moved by Settle/Roalman to direct staff to work out issue of loading zones and red curbing to the satisfaction of the Community Development and Public Works Department Directors; motion carried (5-0). 11:05 PM Mayor Pinard declared a recess. 11:15 PM Council reconvened, all Council Members present. 2. PLANNED DEVELOPMENT REZONING - ROSEMONT (File No. 462) Council held a public hearing to consider a request for development plan approval within a Conservation/Open Space zone, to enable three lots and three houses at the northwest end of Highland Drive,and a caretaker's dwelling near Highway 1, with an open space dedication (PD 7-94); Felton Ferrini, applicant. Council discussed the applicant's request to withdraw the application. Moved by Pinard/Roalman to accept withdrawal and approve application fee refund request; motion carried (5-0). 3. APPEAL- 400 BRIZZOLARA (File No. 407) Council held a public hearing to consider an appeal by Phil Ashley of an Architectural Review Commission action to approve a residential project at 400 Brizzolara, between Stenner Creek and Highway 101, adjacent to the Promontory; Leo Evans, applicant. Moved by Settle/Romero to continue this item to Tuesday, March 1, 1994 at 7:00 PM; motion carried (5-0). COMMUNICATIONS COMMA. Council had no objections to the Mayor's letter to Southern Pacific regarding the removal of the historic Roundhouse. COMM.2. Moved by Romero/Settle to schedule a presentation on the next available agenda regarding bus shatters (consensus). COMM.3. Ken Hamman, Assistant City Administrative Officer, reviewed LAFCo study session regarding the Airport Area Annexation. COMM.4. Council Member Romero reviewed Zone 9's request that the City spend more money on flood protection. City Council Meeting Page 7 Tuesday, February 15, 1994- 7:00 PM BUSINESS ITEMS 4. DRAFT HOUSING ELEMENT (File No. 462) Council considered the State Department of Housing and Community Development's(HCD)comments on the November 1993 Draft Housing Element. Moved by Raoaa/Roalman to continue this item to Tuesday, February 22, 1994 at 6:00 PM; motion carried (5-0). 5. SOLID WASTE AGREEMENT (File No. 525) Council considered approving the Solid Waste Joint Powers Agreement (JPA) and appointing a delegate to the Integrated Waste Management Authority Board. John Moss. Utilities Director,and Cindy Butterfield. Solid Waste Coordinator,reviewed the"lean"JPA and recommendation. Moved by Roalman/Romero to approve Agreement No. A-03-94-CC; motion carried (5-0). Moved by Roalman/Settle to appoint Council Member Rappa as delegate to Integrated Waste Management Authority Board; motion carried (5-0). Council directed staff to clarify COG's staff evaluation process and offer ours as a model if appropriate, then notify Council (general consent). Council directed the JPA to come back to Council if changes prove substantial (general consent). 12:05 AM there being no further business to come before the City Council, Mayor Pinard adjourned the meeting to Wednesday, February 16, 1994 at 11:00 AM in the Personnel Conference Room for Closed Session. APPROVED BY COUNCIL: Diane R. Gladwell, City Clerk DRG:cm C -1� 7 DRAFT MINUTES CLOSED SESSION OF THE CITY COUNCIL CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO Dra�f M.:---4os WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 16 1994- 11:00 AM 'o 'ae ar..�;s;,,;�� CITY HALL- COUNCIL HEARING ROOM - 990 PALM STREET ;3� SAN LUIS OBISPO, CALIFORNIA ROLL CALL: Council Members Present: Council Member Penny Rappa, Dave Romero, Bill Roalman, Vice-Mayor Allen K. Settle and Mayor Peg Pinard Absent: None City Staff Present: John Dunn, City Administrative Officer; Jeff Jorgensen, City Attorney; Mike McCluskey, Director of Public Works, Ann Slate, Personnel Director Council held a closed session pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8 concerning the status of Real Property Negotiations concerning the railroad bike path Phase I project property acquisition; the Munch property (3320 Bullock Ln); the Matthews property (314-350 Higuera St.); and discussed employee negotiations. No action was taken. 11:55 AM there being no further business to discuss, Mayor Pinard adjourned the meeting. APPROVED BY COUNCIL: Diane R. Gladwell, City Clerk DRG:cm C - 1- 8 DRAFT MINUTES ADJOURNED MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 22 1994- 6:00 PM , CITY HALL- COUNCIL CHAMBERS - 990 PALM STREET SAN LUIS OBISPO, CALIFORNIA ROLL CALL: Council Members Present: Council Member Penny Rappa, Dave Romero, Bill Roalman, Vice-Mayor Allen K. Settle and Mayor Peg Pinard Absent: None City Staff Present: John Dunn, City Administrative Officer; Diane Gladwell, City Clerk; Jeff Jorgensen, City Attorney; Ken Hampian, Assistant City Administrative Officer; Arnold Jonas, Community Development Director;Jim Gardiner,Police Chief;Paul LeSage, Recreation Director; John Mandeville, Long Range Planning Manager; Jeff Hook, Association Planner PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD There were no public comments. BUSINESS ITEMS 1. DRAFT HOUSING ELEMENT (File No. 462) Council considered the State Department of Housing and Community Development's(HCD)comments on the November 1993 Draft Housing Element (continued from 2/15/94). John Mandeville, Advanced Planning Manager, and Jeff Hook, Associate Planner, reviewed the Planning Commission's recommendations and alternatives available to Council. Mayor Pinard declared the public hearing open. Bill Thoma. 1663 Colina Court, expressed concern about the loss of grants because of growth limitations. Pat Veesart. 976 Buchon, favored growth management and urged Council not to compromise. Cynthia Boche, 976 Buchon, spoke in favor of growth controls. Kurt Kunper. 967 Osos, stated that the City's systems were pressed to the limit and supported growth limits. Don Smith, 111 Vista Lago, supported the 1% growth limitation to provide enough water. Devin Galleaher, 1105 George St., stated the community needed more housing. C-1-9 City Council Meeting Page 2 Tuesday, February 22, 1994-6:00 PM Carla Sanders. San Luis Obispo, spoke in favor of the growth limit to maintain the community's level of services, and stated that the State's requirements were based upon an erroneous growth rate. Ray Nordauist,750 Paseo Tiempo,stated that the Residents for Quality Neighborhoods had concerns about putting the State required numbers in writing. Mayor Pinard declared the public hearing closed. Council discussed the impacts of growth limits,Planning Commission recommendations,consistency with other general plan elements, and ability to finance infrastructure improvements. Council directed staff to proceed with draft in its current form, consistent with current& revised Land Use Element (majority consensus). Moved by Pinard/Roalman to replace program 1.26.9 wording "at least one floor" with "some new housing"; motion carried 3-2, Council Members Rappa and Romero voting no). Council directed staff to return with positive language to utilize sound walls only where no other mitigation efforts are available (consensus). Moved by Roalman/Settle to delete program 1.29.8, reaffirming existing water retrofit programs (general consent). Moved by Romero/Rappa to follow Planning Commission's recommendation to delete program 1.31.5; motion carried (4-1, Council Member Roalman voting no). Moved by Pinard/Roalman to retain program 1.23.8 and 1.23.10;motion carried(3-2,Council Members Rappa and Romero voting no). Moved by Roalman/Pinard to retain policy 1.26.8 (mixed use designation); motion was lost (2-3, Council Members Rappa and Romero and Vice-Mayor Settle voting no). Moved by Rappa/Settle to accept Planning Commission's recommendation to delete the last sentence of program 1.26.8; motion carried (5-0). Moved by Settle/Roalman to conceptually adopt the November 1993 Draft Housing Element,accepting Planning Commission's recommendations as discussed by Council, to be brought back to Council with provision for items 1,4,6, and 7 (HCD concerns)as outlined in the staff report; motion carried (3- 2, Council Members Rappa and Romero voting no). 7:35 PM there being no further business to come before the City Council, Mayor Pinard adjourned the meeting. APPROVED BY COUNCIL: Diane R. Gladwell, City Clerk DRG:cm C -1 -la RAFT MINUTES ADJOURNED MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 1994- 7:00 PM CITY HALL- COUNCIL CHAMBERS - 990 PALM STREET SAN LUIS OBISPO, CALIFORNIA ROLL CALL: Council Members Present: Council Member Penny Rappa, Dave Romero, Bill Roalman, Vice-Mayor Allen K. Settle and Mayor Peg Pinard Absent: None City Staff Present: John Dunn, City Administrative Officer, Diane Gladwell, City Clerk; Jeff Jorgensen, City Attorney; Ken Hampian, Assistant City Administrative Officer; Arnold Jonas, Community Development Director,Jim Gardiner,Police Chief;Paul LeSage, Recreation Director, John Mandeville, Long Range Planning Manager; Jeff Hook, Associate Planner Meeting was convened at 7:55 PM. PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD P.C.I. Don Smith, 111 Vista Lago, expressed concerns regarding annexing the Airport Area. COUNCIL LIAISON REPORTS There were no Council Liaison reports. CONSENT AGENDA Moved by Settle/Romero to approve the Consent Agenda as recommended by the City Administrative Officer, motion carried (5-0). C-1 COUNCIL MINUTES Council considered the minutes of: Tuesday, January 25, 1994 at 7:00 p.m. Moved by Settle/Romero to waive oral reading and approve minutes; motion carried (5-0). cq . // City Council Meeting Page 2 Tuesday, February 22, 1994- 7:00 PM BUSINESS ITEMS 1. AIRPORT AREA FISCAL IMPACT STUDY (File No. 463) Council considered the Airport Area Annexation Fiscal Analysis prepared by the consulting firm of Angus McDonald and Associates (continued from 11/2/93). John Dunn. City Administrative Officer, reviewed the history of the project and proposed actions. Angus McDonald, Berkeley, California, stated that the City could not afford to provide the Infrastructure for the area, that it would have to be funded through land values. He reviewed the assumptions utilized in the analysis and the future steps in the process. Duane Sumrall.334 Margarita Ave.,stated that the Margarita neighborhood was organized and wanted traffic directed away from Margarita to Prado Road. Sheree Davis. Chamber of Commerce, spoke in favor of annexing the Airport Area. Bill Thoma. 1663 Colina Court,stated it was important to control the development of the Airport Area and urged Council to proceed with Annexation with the Margarita Area. Bob Wilkinson. 1553 La Cita Court, supported Annexation of the Area. Lee Anne Hagmaier. 5026 S. Higuera, asked Council to make a commitment to annexation. Garth Corruriaht, 1029 Islay, urged annexation to control growth and create a green belt around the City. Council discussed infrastructure financing, future processes, fee structures and methodologies, development impacts and fiscal impacts to the City. Moved by Rappa/Romero to accept Airport Area Fiscal Impact Analysis; motion carried (4-1, Vice Mayor Settle voting no). Moved by Rappa/Romero to direct staff to proceed with action steps and schedule on page 14 and identify alternatives to implement the schedule; motion carried (3-2, Council Member Roalman and Vice Mayor Settle voting no). Mayor Pinard clarified that there were further analysis to be submitted to Council in the annexation process. Moved by Roalman/Settle to direct staff that funding mechanisms for the preparation of the Specific Plan,the infrastructure plan and environmental review costs be bome by the property owners; motion carried (3-2, Council Members Rappa and Romero voting no). Moved by Pinard/Rappa to reconsider the previous motion; motion carried 4-1 (Council Member Roalman voting no). Moved by Roalman/Settle to direct staff that funding mechanisms for the preparation of the Specific Plan,the infrastructure plan and environmental review costs be borne by the property owners; motion was lost (2-3, Council Members Rappa, Romero and Mayor Pinard voting no). City Council Meeting Page 3 Tuesday, February 22, 1994- 7:00 PM 10:00 PM Mayor Pinard declared a recess. 10:15 PM Council reconvened, all Council Members present. 2. MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW (File No. 233) Council considered the mid-year budget review for 1993-94. John Dunn, City Administrative Officer, and Bill Statler, Finance Director reviewed the City's current financial position and recommended Council actions. Council discussed tennis court lighting, special events, a proposed Fire Department training video, and BIA funding. Moved by Rappa/Romero to 1) receive and file the mid-year budget review; and 2) approve mid-year budget request for operating programs in the amount of$134,000 for 1993-94 and $207,300 for 1994- 95; motion carried (5-0). Moved by Romero/Raaaa to 1)approve mid-year budget request for capital improvement plan projects in the amount of$99,500; 2) approve mid-year budget request to transfer$15,400 from the economic stability program to the Business Improvement Association for transitional funding; and 3) approve revised reimbursement and operating transfers as set forth in the 1993-94 Cost Allocation Plan as reflected in the mid-year budget review; motion carried (5-0). COMMUNICATIONS COMM.1. Council Member Raoaa reviewed an article regarding Nacimiento water that she distributed in Council mail. 11:25 PM there being no further business to come before the City Council, Mayor Pinard adjourned the meeting. APPROVED BY COUNCIL: Diane R. Gladwell, City Clerk DRG:cm ,SAFT MINUTES REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO TUESDAY, MARCH 1, 1994- 7:00 PM CITY HALL - COUNCIL CHAMBERS - 990 PALM STREET craft Minutes SAN LUIS OBISPO, CALIFORNIA king ROLL CALL Council Members Present: Council Member Penny Rappa, Dave Romero, Bill Roalman, Vice-Mayor Allen K. Settle and Mayor Peg Pinard Absent: None City Staff Present: John Dunn, City Administrative Officer; Diane Gladwell, City Clerk; Jeff Jorgensen, City Attorney; Ken Hampian, Assistant City Administrative Officer; Mike McCluskey, Public Works Director;Arnold Jonas,Community Development Director;Bob Neumann, Fire Chief PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD There were no public comments. CONSENT AGENDA Moved by Settle/Roalman to approve the Consent Agenda as recommended by the City Administrative Officer with the exception of C-2 as noted; motion carried (5-0). C-1 COUNCIL MINUTES Council considered the minutes of Tuesday, January 18, 1994 at 7:00 PM. Moved by Settle/Roalman to waive oral reading and approve minutes; motion carried (5-0). C-2 BRIDGE DESIGN SERVICES (File No. 94-03A) Council considered a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the Jennifer Street Pedestrian/Bicycle Bridge Specification No. 94-03A, at a cost not to exceed $50,000. Council discussed alternative sites for the bridge location and cost implications. Moved by Roalman/Pinard to approve RFP solicitation and authorize the City Administrative Officer to award the contract if the cost does not exceed $50,000; motion carried (3-2, Council Members Romero and Rappa voting no). C-3 ELECTRONIC VILLAGE Council considered endorsing the electronic village concept and co-sponsoring the electronic village City Council Meeting Page 2 Tuesday, March 1, 1994- 7:00 PM forum to support and encourage electronic communication between the City and community organizations. Moved by Settle/Roalman to adopt Resolution No. 8271 endorsing the concept; motion carried (5-0). C-4 AMENDMENT NO. 3 - SALINAS RESERVOIR PROJECT Council considered Amendment No. 3 to the agreement with Woodward-Clyde Consultants for the Salinas Reservoir Expansion Project increasing the maximum compensation by$13,600 which will be taken from existing budget with no additional appropriation at this time. Moved by Settle/Roalman to approve amendment to the agreement; motion carried (5-0). C-5 CALIFORNIANS FOR PARKS AND WILDLIFE BOND ACT Council considered supporting the Californians for Parks and Wildlife 1994 Bond Act. Moved by Settle/Roalman to adopt Resolution No.8272 supporting the Bond Act;motion carried (5-0). C-6 APPEAL- 400 BRIaOLARA (File No. 407) Council considered acceptance of an appeal withdrawal of an Architectural Review Commission action regarding 400 Brizzolara (continued from 2/15/94). Moved by Settle/Roalman to accept the withdrawal; motion carried (5-0). C-7 HIGH VOLTAGE WIRE UNDERGROUNDING (File No. 411) Council considered acceptance of a withdrawal of a request to waive undergrounding of high voltage wires along Tank Farm Road for Minor Subdivision No. 91-152 (continued from 2/1/94). Moved by Settle/Roalman to accept withdrawal; motion carried (5-0). C-8 AUTO PARKWAY WELL TREATMENT FACILITIES (File No. 94-02A) Council considered a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the design of treatment facilities for the Auto Parkway Well, Specification No. 94-02A, within the budget amount of $100,000. Moved by Settle/Roalman to approve RFP solicitation and authorize the City Administrative Officer to award the contract if within the budgeted amount; motion carried (5-0). APPOINTMENTS A.I. CULTURAL HERITAGE COMMITTEE (File No. 123) Council considered two appointments to the Cultural Heritage Committee. Moved by Romero/Rapna to reappoint Leo Pinard to a one-year term ending 3/31/95, appoint Jack Sullivan to a three-year tern ending 3/31/97,and thank Denise Fourie for her years of service; motion carried (5-0). City Council Meeting Page 3 Tuesday, March 1, 1994- 7:00 PM A.2. PARK & RECREATION COMMISSION (File No. 123) Council considered two appointments to the Park and Recreation Commission. Moved by Roalman/Romero to reappoint Joe Kourakis to a four-year term ending 3/31/98, appoint Jack Davidson to-a three-year term ending 3/1/97, and thank Paul Orton for his years of service. A-3. PERSONNEL BOARD (File No. 123) Council considered an appointment to the Personnel Board. Moved by Rapoa/Romero to appoint Marcy Villa to a four-year term ending 3/31/98,and thank Robert Sorensen for his years of service. COUNCIL LIAISON REPORTS C.LRA. Council Member Romero reported on the Creek Task Force formation and meeting. C.LR.2. Council Member Roalman briefed Council on Airport Area presentation scheduled before LAFCo for 3/17/94. C.LR.3. Council Member Raooa informed Council about the process regarding the Parks and Recreation Administration building. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. UNMET TRANSIT NEEDS (File No. 542) Council held a public hearing to consider any "Unmet Transit Needs" such as a need for additional bus routes, more frequent service, hours of service or increased weekend service. Mike McCluskey. Director of Public Works reviewed the process. Mayor Pinard declared the public hearing open. Lee Anderson, 648 Felton #2, stated more bus routes to the airport were needed. Mike Barnbaum, 3648 Paseo Primario, Calabasas, (Cuesta College student), stated that routes were needed after 6:00 p.m.,there should be 4 routes leaving every half-hour, and a regional pass system with registration fees. Bob Rountree, 808 Murray, stated routes were needed to Cal Poly after 6:00 p.m., airport routes and Amtrack connections. Mayor Pinard declared the public hearing closed. Moved by Romero/Roalman to adopt Resolution No. 8273 defining an "Unmet Transit Need" and "Reasonable to Meet°; motion carried (5-0). Moved by Romero/Raooa to direct staff to analyze the requests using City definitions and report back at a convenient time; motion carried (5-0). City Council Meeting Page 4 Tuesday, March 1, 1994- 7:00 PM 2. HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE ELEMENT (File No. 706) Council held a public hearing to consider approving in concept the Household Hazardous Waste Element (HHWE). John Moss, Utilities Director, and Cyndi Butterfield, Solid Waste Coordinator, reviewed the plans. Mayor Pinard declared the public hearing open. Ron DiCarlt.Executive Director of the Council of Governments,reviewed site alternative for the County recycling center. Mayor Pinard declared the public hearing closed. Council discussed education, JPA structure and staffing, the recycling facility on Kansas Ave. Moved by Romero/Raooa to approve the HHWE in concept; motion carried (5-0). 3. SOUTH HIGUERA STREET PREZONING (File No. 441) Council held a public hearing to consider a request to annex and prezone 22.05 acres along South Higuera Street between Tank Farm Road and Suburban Road to Service-Commercial Special Consideration (C-S-S) and Service Commercial (C-S) and a general plan map change from Rural Industrial to Service-Commercial (C-S); M. Timm Development, Inc-, and Kreutzkampf Investments, applicant (Annex/GP/R 54-93). Arnold Jonas. Community Development Director, reviewed the proposal and process for approval. Mayor Pinard declared the public hearing open. Victor Montgomery, 3026 S. Higuera,representing the applicant, spoke in favor of the City controlling the development of the property. William Bates. 28 Los Verdes Dr., expressed ccncems about noise,traffic and pollution impacts. He stated he would prefer small neighborhood stores developed under the City's jurisdiction. Diane Whithouse. 38 Los Verdes Dr., stated she was concerned about traffic and security impacts. Richard Arale. 425 Stagecoach, Arroyo Grande, read a letter from AirVol Block regarding impacts to manufacturing in the area. Don Smith, 111 Vista Lago, stated annexation was premature, and urged Council to wait until the Specific Plan and Environmental Impact Report were developed,and expressed concerns about water development expenses. Linda Holisky. 34 Los Verdes Dr., expressed concerns about traffic and noise impacts. Phil Ashley, 1586 La Cita Court, stated that the proposed open space in-lieu amount of $88,000 was not sufficient, and said that it was premature to annex the area. Victor Montgomery 3026 S. Higuera, stated that the uses would be allowed in the County, and the C -/-/7 property was not large enough for Costco. City Council Meeting Page 5 Tuesday, March 1, 1994- 7:00 PM Brian Christensen, 818 Pismo, stated the proposal was not consistent with the existing Land Use Element, but development would be better in the City. Craig Anderson, 56 S. Tassajara, said the proposal was not consistent with the City's open space requirements Mayor Pinard declared the public hearing closed. 9:00 PM Mayor Pinard declared a break. 9:17 PM Council reconvened, all Council Members present. Council discussed development in the County versus the City, the cost of water delivery to the proposed area as it related to the Airport Area, and various impacts. Moved by Roalman/Settle to adopt Resolution No. 8274 denying the request with findings that A) the annexation of the project site is premature and should be considered together with the entire Airport Area Annexation; B) Council determined the proposed in-lieu fee for purchase of open space does not adequately meet the intent of the General Plan annexation policies; and C) additional water resources to meet safe annual yield have not been clarified; motion carried (3-2, Council Members Rappa and Romero voting no). 4. SOUTH STREET PLANNED DEVELOPMENT AMENDMENT (File No. 432) Council held a public hearing to consider an amendment to an approved planned development (PD 177-33)that allows large offices at 265, 271, 177, and 285 South Street,to allow more area to be used by these offices; Charles French, applicant. Mayor Pinard declared the public hearing open. John French, representing the applicant, reviewed the proposal and Cal Trans request to occupy additional space. Bruce Frazier. 976 Osos St., stated they were not opposing the Cal Trans request, but expressed concerns about equity to Walter Brothers Construction and the impact on the tri-polar concept. Mayor Pinard declared the public hearing closed. Council discussed the tri-polar concept and the proposal's impact on mass transit and public services, a five-year term on the parking agreement Moved by Raaga/Romero to introduce to print Ordinance No. 1255 with amendment to Condition #6 to add "and shall be limited to Building C'and with amendment to Condition#4 to a minimum 5-year lease with a minimum 5-year option to extend; motion carried (4-1, Mayor Pinard voting no). COMMUNICATIONS COMM.1. Council Member Roalman requested reconsideration of Palm Street location for short term and long term Multi-Modal site (consensus not reached). City Council Meeting Page 6 Tuesday, March 1, 1994- 7:00 PM COMM.2. Council Member RaDaa discussed mixed use projects which can be financed if there is a willing Council and community. BUSINESS ITEMS S. REQUEST FOR FEE WAIVER (File No. 109) Council considered a request by Evelyn Talmage to waive application fee for a variance to requesting parking within the setback area for 1408 Johnson Avenue and 1309/1311 Pismo Street. Arnold Jonas, Community Development Director, reviewed the request and parking availability. Evelyn Talmadge, 2413 Broad St., reviewed the street parking that had been lost and impact of the Payless shopping center. Michael Criee, 3427 Miguelito Court, supported the fee waiver request. Moved by Settle/Romero to waive the application fee for a variance requesting parking within the setback area; motion carried (4-1, Council Member Rappa voting no). 11:10 PM there being no further business to come before the City Council, Mayor Pinard adjourned the meeting to Tuesday, March 8, 1994 at 7:00 PM in the Council Chambers. APPROVED BY COUNCIL: Diane R. Gladwell, City Clerk DRG:cm �-1� 9 DRAFT MINUTES ADJOURNED MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO TUESDAY, MARCH 8, 1994- 7:00 PM CITY HALL- COUNCIL CHAMBERS - 990 PALM STREET SAN LUIS OBISPO, CALIFORNIA ROLL CALL: Council Members Present: Council Member Penny Rappa, Dave Romero, Bill Roalman, Vice-Mayor Allen K. Settle and Mayor Peg Pinard Absent: None City Staff Present: John Dunn, City Administrative Officer; Diane Gladwell, City Clerk; Jeff Jorgensen, City Attorney; Ken Hampian, Assistant City Administrative Officer; Mike McCluskey, Public Works Director;Arnold Jonas,Community Development Director; Bill Statler, Finance Director PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD There were no public comments. APPOINTMENTS A.1. PROMOTIONAL COORDINATING COMMITTEE (File No. 123) Council considered two appointments to the Promotional Coordinating Committee. Moved by Romero/Settle to reappoint Pati Brown to a four-year term to expire on 3/31/98, appoint Natalie Diggins to a three-year term to expire on 3/31/97, and thank Jesse Norris for his many years of service; motion carried (5-0). A.2. HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION (File No. 123) Council considered two appointments to the Human Relations Commission. Moved by Settle/Raooa to reappoint Bill Tyson to a four-year term to expire on 3/31/98 and Marion Wolfe to a three-year term to expire on 3/31/97; motion carried (5-0). COUNCIL LIAISON REPORTS C.L.R.1. Council Member Raaaa reported on Business Improvement Association meeting wherein it was reported that the County had continued the consideration of the purchase of the Kimball property to 3/22/94. C.LR.2. Council Member Romero stated the LAFCo meeting was scheduled for 3/17/94. �2 ./.a D City Council Meeting Page 2 Tuesday, March 8, 1994-7:00 PM PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. TRANSPORTATION DEVELOPMENT IMPACT FEES (File No. 438) Council held a public hearing to consider establishing Transportation Development Impact Fees to mitigate regional, long-term cumulative traffic impacts (continued from 4/6/93, 4/27/93, 6/1/93 and 2/1/94). John Dunn. City Administrative Officer,and Bill Statler, Finance Director, reviewed the need, history, basis, and structure of the proposed impact fees. Council discussed traffic level of service"E"which was recommended by the Economic Strategy Task Force (ESTF) and the Planning Commission in comparison to level "D". Mayor Pinard declared the public hearing open. Steve Barasch. 225 Prado Road, stated that the proposed fees would have a negative impact on job creation and questioned the necessity for the fees based on declining use of public facilities. Tom Brown. 846 Higuera #2, representing the Business Coalition, objected to projects that did not benefit the entire community and the timing of the fees, stating that they should be based on occupancy rather than permit issuance. Maggie Cox. 270 Foothill Blvd., representing the San Luis Obispo Association of Manufacturers and Distributors,stated they agreed for the need for sound infrastructure and that businesses should share in the cost, but requested that they be limited to funding reasonable projects and have an appropriate appeal mechanism. Lauren Brown. 7 Chupparosa Drive, objected to the fees as far too expensive, but supported the concept. Pat Veesart. 976 Buchon, supported the fees and stated that traffic calming projects should be Included. Bill Thoma. 1663 Colina Court,representing the Chamber of Commerce,stated only projects adopted in the Circulation Element should be included in the fees and objected to the inclusion of several specific projects. Charlie Fruit, 545 Higuera, supported imposing the fees at occupancy and creative financing structures. Mayor Pinard declared the public hearing closed. Council discussed the timing of the fee payment, the proposed five-year review period, fees for the motel-hotel industry, various projects to be identified in the Circulation Element, and impacts on the economy. Moved by Roalman/Romero to introduce to print Ordinance No. 1256 establishing transportation development impact fees; motion carried (4-1, Vice-Mayor Settle voting no). City Council Meeting Page 3 Tuesday, March 8, 1994- 7:00 PM Moved by Romero/Roalman to adopt a resolution establishing fee amounts to be effective July 1, 1994; motion was lost (2-3, Council Member Rappa, Vice Mayor Settle and Mayor Pinard voting no). Moved by Roalman/Romero to continue the resolution until after the adoption of the Circulation Element; motion carried (4-1, Vice Mayor voting no). 9:15 PM Mayor Pinard declared a recess. 9:35 PM Council reconvened; all Council Members present. 2. ZONING REGULATIONS AMENDMENT (File No. 463) Council held a public hearing to consider amendments to the Zoning Regulations to simplify processing, add and change definitions, clarify wording and format, and make minor changes to the development standards; City of San Luis Obispo, applicant. Moved by Settle/Roalman to continue this item to April 5, 1994 at 7:00 PM; motion carried (5-0). COMMUNICATIONS COMMA. Diane Gladwell,City Clerk,requested agendizing various requests to utilize the trolley for special events. Staff was directed to bring the issue back to Council (general consent). BUSINESS ITEMS 3. ECONOMIC STRATEGY TASK FORCE RECOMMENDATIONS - FOLLOW-UP_ (File No. 239) Council considered a plan to implement the recommendations of the Economic Strategy Task Force (continued from 11/9/93). John Dunn, City Administrative Officer, gave an overview of the recommendations. Ken Hamoian. Assistant City Administrative Officer, reviewed the 59 recommendations made by the ESTF. Council discussed funding, transportation recommendations, workload, and staffing impacts. Moved by Raooa/Romero to incorporate the top paragraph on Page 10 into the Draft Land Use Element in the Public Hearing process; motion carried (3-2, Council Member Roalman and Mayor Pinard voting no). Vice Mayor Settle stated that he wanted the discussion brought forth on March 29, 1994 when the Circulation and Land Use Elements would be discussed. Maggie Cox, representing the San Luis Obispo Association of Manufacturers and Distributors, supported the staff recommendation. Lauren Brown, 7 Chupparosa, stated that he appreciated the new customer service oriented attitude and supported the funding of the Economic Coordinator position half-time. C-1-aa'�. City Council Meeting Page 4 Tuesday, March 8, 1994- 7:00 PM Sheree Davis. Chamber of Commerce, stated they preferred a full-time position in the private sector for the Economic Development Coordinator and asked for a permanent advisory body that included Council, Cal Poly and Cuesta to address economic issues. Bill Thoma. 1663 Colina Court, stated he supported the funding of a full-time Economic Development Coordinator and an economic element in the General Plan. Pat Veesart, 976 Buchon, stated the hiring of any level of an Economic Development Coordinator would give an unfair advantage to business interests in the City organization. Charlie Fruit. 454 Higuera, stated the environmental processes in regulations presented an "unlevel playing field" for businesses, and supported the Economic Development Coordinator position. Carol Florence, representing the San Luis Obispo Property Owners Association, supported the hiring of a full-time Economic Development Coordinator, funding through the CDBG process to support better financial planning and a permanent advisory body to maintain interest in economic issues. Dick Cleeves, President of the Business Improvement Association, stated they favored the funding of a full-time Economic Development Coordinator placed in the private sector and urged the Council to establish a business roundtable. Tom Brown. Chair of the Business Coalition, urged adoption of the program. Mark Brazil. San Luis Obispo, urged adoption of the plan and funding a full-time Economic Development Coordinator. Moved by Ranna/Romero to follow the staff recommendation for staffing the Economic Development Coordinator position (Assistant City Administrative Officer, 20 hours/week); motion carried (4-1, Council Member Roalman voting no). Moved by Settle/Ranna that the initial job description of the position of the Economic Development Coordinator are those items listed on Page 3-36 with the exception of the business roundtable; motion carried (4-1, Council Member Roalman voting no). Moved by Ranna/Roalman to continue discussion of the business roundtable to 4/12/94; motion carried (5-0). 11:45 PM there being no further business to come before the City Council, Mayor Pinard adjourned the meeting to March 10, 1994 at 11:00 AM. APPROVED BY COUNCIL: Diane R. Gladwell, City Clerk DRG:cm DRAFT MINUTES STUDY SESSION OF THE CITY COUNCIL CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO THURSDAY, MARCH 10, 1994- 11:00 AM CITY HALL- COUNCIL HEARING ROOM - 990 PALM STREET SAN LUIS OBISPO, CALIFORNIA ROLL CALL: Council Members y 5 ~~ Present: Council Member Penny Rappa,Dave Romero,Bill Roalman,and Vice-Mayor Allen K. Settle Absent: Mayor Peg Pinard City Staff Present: John Dunn, City Administrative Officer, Diane Gladwelt, City Clerk; Jeff Jorgensen, City Attorney; Mike McCluskey, Public Works Director; Arnold Jonas, Community Development Director, Bill Statler, Finance Director, Bob Neumann, Fire Chief; Jim Gardiner, Police Chief; Wayne Peterson, City Engineer; John Moss Utilities Director; Tom Baasch, Chief Building Official;Dennis Cox,Streets and Parks Manager, Bart Topham, Police Captain; Wendy George, Risk Manager; Carolyn Dominquez, Accounting Manager PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD There were no public comments. COUNCIL LIAISON REPORTS There were no Council Liaison Reports. STUDY SESSION 1. EMERGENCY OPERATIONS PLAN (File No. 715) Council considered approval of the Emergency Operations Plan as required by Section 2.24.080 of the Municipal Code. John Dunn, City Administrative Officer, and Bob Neumann, Fire Chief, reviewed the structure of the Emergency Operations Plan and Council's role as providing overall guidance to incident command and in public announcements. Council discussed various disaster preparedness issues, including incorporating Council in the incident command structure to facilitate communication. Moved by Romero/Roalman to adopt Resolution No. 8275 approving the Emergency Operations Plan; motion carried (3-1-1, Vice Mayor Settle voting no, Mayor Pinard absent). City Council Meeting Page 2 Thursday, March 10; 1994- 11:00 AM 2. UNREINFORCED MASONRY:PROGRAM (File..No..m) Council considered a repoit on the p"rogres"s of the City's unreinforced:masonry building mitigation program. Tom Baasch, Chief Building_ Official, reviewed the.history and alternatives to the City's unreinforced masonry program. Council discussed the County Historical Mbseum building,various funding mechanisms,and the.low compliance rate of property owners with.the structural analysis portion of the program. Moved by Raooa/Settle to bring back the County Historical Museum Structural Analysis for further clarification (general consent). Howard Carroll. Chair of the Chamber of Commerce. Seismic Task Force, stated they were disappointed in the property owner's lowresponse lever to the required structural analysis. Lynn Block. Business.Improvenient.Association, stated that historical buildings.were averaging $30- $40 per square feet for retrofit improvements and asked for other options, stating that 1/3 of the buildings in Long Beach were demolished after a mandatory ordinance was imposed. Moved by Settle/Romero.to direct staff to determine methodologies and funding alternatives for Unreinforced Masonry Structural Analysis (general consent). Council discussed older residential buildings not tied to their foundations. Moved by Settle/Romero to direct staff to bring back a program (for residential retrofit) with a component similar to the Santa Barbara program (general consent): 3: CHC-HISTORIC-PRESERVATION Council considered an oral presentation by Denise.Fourie, Chair of the Cultural Heritage Committee (CHC); on historic preservation efforts in the City of Los Gatos, California, in the aftermath of the Loma Prieta Earthquake. Denise_Fourie: Chair of the Cultural Her Committee, contrasted'the responses of Los Gatos and Santa Cruz to earthquake damage: Los Gatos concentrated on saving and refurbishing existing buildings, where Santa Cruz.chose to demolish many buildings. Los Gatos' response allowed them. to return to normal more quickly. Moved by Settle/Raooa to direct staff to work with the CHC and Tom Saasch to package the issue (demolish/rebuild vs. preservation of buildingsi after a disaster) as much as possible and bring it to Council at theearliest date (general consent). Council discussed retrofit of the City Hall roof, which had been stopped, during the fiscal crisis. Moved by .Settle/Raooa to direct staff .to return with program for City Hall roof retrofit (general consent). C -�-a 5 City Council Meeting Page 3 Thursday, March 10, 1994- 11:00 AM COMMUNICATIONS COMMA. Vice Mayor Settle requested Engineering to evaluate signalizing the intersection of Los Osos Valley Road and Oceanaire (consensus). 2:05 PM there being no further business to come before the City Council,Vice Mayor Settle adjourned the meeting. APPROVED BY COUNCIL: Diane R. Gladwell, City Clerk DRG:cm