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HomeMy WebLinkAbout11/20/2007, C1 - MINUTES �rIEETIN AGENDA DATE l a� a7 STEM # MINUTES SPECIAL MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO TUESDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2007 - 4:00 P.M. COUNCIL CHAMBER, 990 PALM STREET SAN LUIS OBISPO, CALIFORNIA ROLL-CALL Council Members Present: Council Members Andrew Carter, Allen Settle, Vice Mayor Christine Mulholland and Mayor Dave Romero were present at Roll Call. Council. Member Brown was seated at 5:10 p.m. City Staff: Present: . Ken Hampian, City Administrative Officer;Audrey Hooper, City Clerk; Shelly Stanwyck, Assistant City Administrative Officer; Christine Dietrick, Assistant City Manager; Monica Irons, Human Resources Director, April. Richardson, Administrative Assistant STUDY SESSION SS1. SUCCESSION_PLANNING:. PREPARING THE NEXT GENERATION. Introductory Remarks were made by CAO Hamgian, following which Assistant CAO Stanwvck provided a background framing the issue of a workforce'in transition, Palo Alto City Manager Dr: Frank Benest spoke on addressing the challenge of the changing workforce, and Assistant CAO Stanwyck reviewed steps the City is already taking as well as the next steps in success planning. The workshop was interactive. Following are comments or suggestions made by Council Members during the workshop. • The average person wants to work within 100 miles of where he/she already lives. In this regard, the City has an advantage because of the presence of Cal Poly and Cuesta College. • There is a need to encourage private sector employees to transition to public sector positions. • There is a need for the media and local press to partner with the City and to share the City's success stories and the positive differences it makes in the community. • It is important to communicate the rewards of working in public employment. ®RAF T �� {�t City Council Meeting J Page 2 Tuesday, October 16, 2007 • Succession planning is as important in the private sector as in the public sector. Mayor Romero called for comments from the public and staff at this time. Dave_Garth, Chamber of Commerce, concurred that the private sector is facing the same challenges as the City, including housing costs. He also pointed out, later in the discussion, that the non-profit sector faces increased challenges, including that it is difficult for them to offer competitive salaries and benefits. Julie Aguilar, SLO Personnel Services, indicated that the same problems exist in recruiting for both large and small companies throughout San Luis Obispo County. Chip Visci, President and Publisher of The Tribune, pointed out.that while senior managers have a great deal of experience, they didn't always and it's important to allow for mistakes as less experienced employees step into these positions. He suggested that there is a need to consider immigration policies that would bring more talent into the country. Public Works Director Walter noted that the City has lost employees to other public agencies that are closer to their homes and stressed that this is an issue that needs to be considered. Housing Programs Manager Brown referenced his progression from an advisory body member for the City, as well as a former member of a regional planning agency, to becoming an employee. He discussed the need to have a dialogue about retaining lower and mid level employees who think they must go elsewhere in order to advance their careers. Utilities Director Moss discussed the succession planning programs that were implemented in his department and the difference that they have made in. recruiting and keeping employees. He said that the Utilities staff is very engaged in succession planning. Council Member Settle said that it important not to overlook the need to fill leadership, finance, planning, City Manager and other management positions with women. ACTION: Because this item was a workshop, no action was taken. CLOSED SESSION Assistant City Attorney Dietrick announced the following Closed Session topics and adjourned to the Closed Session at 6:00 p.m., following a brief recess. ®RAF City Council Meeting Page 3 Tuesday, October 16, 2007 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL— EXISTING LITIGATION PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE § 54956.9 DALIDIO FAMILY TRUST, by and through Ernest Dalidio, its Trustee, THELMA PEROaI TRUST, by and through Ernest Dalidio, its Trustee, and SAN LUIS OBISPO MARKETPLACE, LLC, a California limited liability company v. SAN LUIS OBISPO DOWNTOWN ASSOCIATION, an unknown California entity, RESPONSIBLE COUNTY DEVELOPMENT, LLC, a California limited liability company, and DOES 1-500 San Luis Obispo County Superior Court Case No: CV 070763 CONFERENCES WITH LEGAL COUNSEL— EXISTING LITIGATION PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE § 54956.9 Charles D. Riedel v. City of San Luis Obispo United States District Court, Central District, Case No. CV 07-2701 -And- Barbara Sims v. City of San Luis Obispo United States District Court, Central District, Case No. CV 07-2702 Assistant City Attorney Dietrick reported on the Closed Session at the commencement of the regular meeting. The three existing litigation conferences were held as indicated. No reportable action was taken on them. The Closed Session adjourned at 7:00 p.m. MINUTES REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO TUESDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2007 - 7:00 P.M. COUNCIL CHAMBER, 990 PALM STREET SAN LUIS OBISPO, CALIFORNIA ROLL CALL: Council Members Present: Council Members Paul Brown, Andrew Carter, Allen Settle, Vice Mayor Christine Mulholland and Mayor Dave Romero City Staff: Present: Ken Hampian, City Administrative Officer; Audrey Hooper, City Clerk; Shelly Stanwyck, Assistant City Administrative Officer; John Mandeville, Community Development Director; John Moss, Utilities Director; Jay Walter, Public Works el-3 City Council Meeting - Page 4 Tuesday, October 16, 2007 Director; Christine Dietrick, Assistant City Attorney; Neil Havlik, Natural Resources Manager; David Hix, Wastewater Division Manager; Doug Davidson, Deputy Director of Community Development— Development Review; Jaime Hill, Associate Planner CLOSED SESSION REPORT Assistant City Attorney.Dietrick reported that a Closed Session was held at 6:00 p.m. Three conferences were held on the existing litigation items indicated earlier in the minutes. There was no reportable action on any of the conferences. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PRESENTATIONS Mayor Romero presented a proclamation to Community Development Director Mandeville acknowledging October 2007 as National Community Planning Month. PUBLIC COMMENT Throughout the Public Comment period, a number of residents spoke on the subject of the Caltrans South Street "Road Diet" project... Their comments are summarized following comments made by other members of the public on other issues. Cherie Aispuro, Legislative Assistant to Supervisor Gibson, distributed fliers about and invited Council Members to attend the 2007 San Luis Obispo County Library Summit at the Atascadero Lake Pavilion on November 3, 2007. Sifu Kelvin Harrison, San Luis Obispo, discussed his continuing concerns regarding personal harassment. Tim Golden, SLO Blues Baseball Team, asked Council to reconsider its decision on October 2, 2007, related to the use of the stadium. He said that Council's decision will make it infeasible for the SLO Blues to continue to contribute to the community. He indicated that the issue is not one of economics, but of room at the stadium. Rich Reynolds, former SLO Blues employee, also spoke in opposition to the Council's decision regarding the use of the stadium. He additionally expressed concern that the Men's Baseball'League will not continue to play in San Luis Obispo as a result of Council's action. The following residents spoke in support of the proposed Caltrans improvement project (aka "South Street Road Diet") for the South Street Corridor. The improvements were recommended by the South Street Task Force and n City Council Meeting �' Page 5 Tuesday, October 16, 2007 supported by the Council in 2006 as a result of the death of a child on Halloween in 2005. They commented, in part, on the research efforts, public outreach and number of meetings that were held in developing the recommendation. They also noted that the project will naturally slow traffic to 35 mph, after which the road can be resurveyed and the speed limit changed if appropriate. Jim Clark, Board member of the Woodridge Homeowners Association, member of the South Street Task Force Thomas Athanasion, member of the South Street Task Force Tom Forselles, President of the Exposition Park Condominium Homeowners Association, Member of the South Street Task Force Codev Reinsheimer, stakeholder The following residents spoke in opposition to the proposed project. Some of their comments included that the project was premature and that it should be implemented with the Prado Road project in order to divert traffic; that efforts should be made to work in concert with the State to modify the Vehicle Code or mitigate to reduce the speed limit to 30 or 35 mph; that South Street should be striped for the "Road Diet," but-there should not be a raised median; and that a traffic master plan and financing element should be implemented. They suggested that the proposed project is too costly, will increase congestion, and will decrease safety. They also expressed concern that public notice and outreach regarding the South Street Task Force meetings was not broad enough. Concern was also expressed regarding the impact of the Lawrence Drive project on South Street. Jim Killian Connie Langer Dodie Williams (also representing Ira Alport) Dan Caldon Bob Williams Terry Mohan Mary Jenny At the request of Council, Public Works Director Walter explained why staff supported the proposed "Road Diet," explained why the speed limit cannot be reduced, and responded to Council's questions. Colin Jones, Public Affairs Manager for CalTrans, responded to questions related to public outreach. There was not a consensus to agendize this matter for further discussion. CONSENT AGENDA ACTION: Moved by Settle/Brown to approve the Consent Agenda as indicated below. C1. MINUTES OF SEPTEMBER 18, 2007, MEETING. ®RAM %�/s City Council Meeting- Page 6 Tuesday, October 16, 2007 ACTION: Moved by Settle/Brown to waive oral reading and approve as amended (red file item available in City Clerk's office); motion carried 4:0:1 (Mayor Romero abstained because he was not present at the September 18, 2007, meeting). C2. TRANSIT FUND TRANSFER FOR BUS ENGINE REPAIR. ACTION: Moved by Settle/Brown to approve the transfer of $22,665.36 from the 2006-07 Transit Fund Balance to the 2007-08 Transit Fund operating account to complete an unanticipated transit vehicle engine repair; motion carried 5:0. C3. TRANSIT VEHICLE DIESEL ENGINE PARTICULATE TRAP RETROFIT. ACTION: Moved by Settle/Brown to authorize the CAO to execute a Purchase Order with Cummins West for the purchase and installation of transit vehicle diesel engine particulate trap retrofit devices; motion carried 5:0. C4. MILLS ACT CONTRACT FOR THE.HISTORIC ASTON HOME- 1746 CHORRO (CHC 97-07). ACTION: Moved by Settle/Brown to adopt Resolution No. 9934 (2007 Series) approving a Mills Act Contract for the historic Aston Home located at 1746 Chorro Street (CHC 97-07); motion carried 5:0. C5. AUTHORIZE PREPARATION OF A.FISCAL IMPACT ANALYSIS OF THE PROPOSED CHINATOWN PROJECT. ACTION: Moved by Settle/Brown to authorize the Mayor to execute an agreement with Allan D. Kotin and Associates for preparation of a Fiscal Impact Analysis of the proposed Chinatown project as outlined in AD Kotin and Associates' Memorandum of August 6, 2007; motion carried 5:0. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. REVIEW OF A 10-LOT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT INCLUDING: A VESTING TENTATIVE TRACT MAP, PLANNED DEVELOPMENT REZONING AND ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW AT 300 LAWRENCE DRIVE (TR/PD/ER 77-07). Associate Planner Hill presented the staff report. She, Natural Resources Manager Havlik and Public Works Director Walter responded to questions. Mayor Romero opened the public hearing. L c� City Council Meeting Page 7 Tuesday, October 16, 2007 Michael Coss, owner and developer, described the project and responded to questions raised by Council Members. Michael Cripe, Principle of Oasis.Associates Landscape Architects, said he was representing Dan and Linda Caldon, neighbors of the project. He reviewed concerns raised in the Caldon's letter of October 9, 2007 (on file in the City Clerk's office) and responded to Council's questions. Dan Caldon, San Luis Obispo, expanded on the concerns expressed by Mr. Cripe and cited issues further outlined in his letter of October 16, 2007 (on file in the City Clerk's office). His main concern related to the lot line adjustment to Lot 10 and the loss of privacy that will impact his property. Shawn McNabb, San Luis Obispo, questioned why the zoning was changed to Planned Development, why it is being proposed at.a.higher density, what the benefits are to the surrounding community that outweigh what might be lost, and why the project could not be developed under current General Plan guidelines. Marshal Ochvlski, developer's representative, explained that Lot 10 needed to be adjusted to reduce impacts on natural plant resources. He explained that no exception is being requested for density, but that the Planned Development relates to the natural resources. He did not object to conditions 1-4 recommended by Oasis Associates in its October 9, 2007, letter (on file), but said that the decorative block wall must be at the property line due to the existing access easement. In addition, he opposed Oasis' proposed Condition #6 since there is no requirement this project be taken to the ARC. He responded to questions. Mayor Romero closed the public hearing. Council discussion ensued during which staff responded to questions. Mayor Romero made a number of recommendations which are recapped in the motion which follows. Council Member Carter recommended closing the Meadow Street alley and only allowing access by emergency vehicles. Council Member Settle provided comments in support of the project, with which Council Member..Brown concurred. Vice Mayor Mulholland said that she would not support the motion because she preferred a lower density and that she couldn't make all of the findings required to approve the proposal. ACTION: Moved by Brown/Settle to adopt Resolution-No. 9935.(2007 Series), approving a vesting tentative tract map, Planned Development rezone, and environmental review for a residential development including nine (9) single-family residential lots, two (2) open space lots, one (1) lot containing common area, and a lot line adjustment of an existing ®RAF T ��_ 1-7 City Council Meeting Page 8 Tuesday, October 16, 2007 residential lot, on R-1 & C/OS-40 zoned property located at the westerly terminus of Lawrence Drive(Tract 2723) (TR/PD/ER 77-07). The motion included the following changes to the resolution: • New Condition No. 29: A 6-foot tall decorative wall shall be constructed along the northerly property line from the north-east corner of the site to the point where the public access trail turns southward away from the neighboring properties. Landscape planting and . maintenance shall be reviewed and approved by the Natural Resource Manager. • Modification of Mitigation Measure No. 20: Improvement plans shall show construction of a 24-inch storm drain from the outlet from the on- site drainage facility out-letting to the swale in the open space above Cima Court and extending to the intersection of Woodbridge and Meadow Drive, where it discharges into the creek in Meadow Park, subject to calculations. • Correction of typo in Mitigation Measure No. 25: The specific alignment, width, and tread and substrate material of the public access trail shall be determined in the field by the City's Natural Resource Manager and Planning Division. • Modification of Mitigation Measure No. 27: All construction traffic shall be restricted to the use of Lawrence Drive and Broad Street so construction traffic won't impact the rest of the neighborhood, excepting for traffic associated with improvements to the northern portion of the site off of Meadow Extension. The motion carried 4:1 (Mulholland opposed). BUSINESS.ITEMS 2. SEWER SYSTEM MANAGEMENT PLAN. Utilities Director Moss and Wastewater Division Manager Hix presented the staff report. Council Members Settle, Brown and Mayor Romero spoke in support of the staff recommendation. In response to Vice Mayor Mulholland, Wastewater Division Manager Hix clarified that the dates throughout the Sewer System Management Plan should coincide with the dates on page 2-3 of the Agenda Report. �R Ao i- f� City Council Meeting-- Page 9 Tuesday, October 16, 2007 Public Comments Mary Jenny, San Luis Obispo, complimented City staff on the work they do for the City. ---end of public comments--- ACTION: Moved by Mulholland/Settle to approve the Development Plan and Schedule for the City's Sewer System Management Plan; motion carried 5:0. COUNCIL LIAISON REPORTS Vice Mayor Mulholland reported on her attendance at the October 3rd Water Resources Advisory Committee meeting, the October 4t' Central Coast Performing Arts Center Committee meeting, and a recent Mayors meeting in the Mayor's absence. Mayor Romero commented on the October 1.1"' Nacim.iento Project committee meeting. Council Member Settle reported on his attendance at a recent Channel Counties Division meeting. He noted that he will be attending the Airport Land Use Commission meeting on October 17th and the LAFCO meeting on October 18th. Council Member Brown noted his attendance at a recent SLOCOG meeting. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- COMMUNICATIONS Mayor Romero referred to his red file memorandum regarding the Sunrise Powerlink Project and explained that San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) is asking for Council support of this project which will enable SDG&E to import into the San Diego region electricity from renewable energy sources. There was consensus to encourage the Mayor to send a letter supporting the project. Council Member Carter, Mayor Romero and Vice Mayor Mulholland acknowledged the new buses. Council Member Carter commended the Assistant City Attorney for the role she played at this meeting. � r Chi- 9 City Council Meeting - Page 10 Tuesday, October 16, 2007 There being no further business to come before the City Council, Mayor Romero adjourned the meeting at 1.0:13 p.m. Audrey Hooper City Clerk APPROVED BY COUNCIL: 11/20/07 i MINUTES SPECIAL MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO TUESDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2007 -7:00 P.M. VETERAMS HALL, 801 GRAND STREET SAN LUIS OBISPO, CALIFORNIA ROLL CALL: Council Members Present Council Members Paul Brown, Andrew Carter, Allen Settle, Vice Mayor Christine Mulholland and Mayor Dave Romero City Staff. Present Ken Hampian, City Administrative Officer, Jonathan Lowell, City Attorney, Audrey Hooper, City Clerk; Shelly Stanwyck, Assistant City Administrative Officer, Assistant City Attorney Christine Dietrick; John Mandeville, Community Development Director, John Moss, Utilities Director, Neil Havlik, Natural Resources Manager Doug Davidson, Deputy Community Development Director— Development Review; Phil Dunmore, Associate Planner Mayor Romero commenced the meeting with a moment of silence in honor of the firefighters and citizens impacted by the fires raging in Southern California. City Clerk Hooper reminded those present that the meeting was not being broadcast.live and announced the playback schedule. PUBLIC HEARING 1. CONSIDERATION OF A REQUEST TO ANNEX PROPERTY INTO THE CITY AND AMEND THE GENERAL PLAN MAP TO ACCOMMODATE RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT AT THE EASTERN BOUNDARY OF THE CITY (1600 BISHOP. 2220 FLORA(SUNNY ACRES ESTATES ANNEXATION): 0 FAIRVIEW(FAIRVIEW.ESTATES ANNEXATION): 1700 HARMONY(HARMONY WAY MINOR ANNEXATION): 1925 SYDNEY, 1854 SYDNEY,AND 0 SYDNEY(SYDNEY STREET ANNEXATION)-GP/RIERITR 135-06..126-06. 142-04.405). City Attorney Lowell announced that because letters of withdrawal had been received for the Sunny Acres Estates and Harmony Way Minor Annexation applications, only two matters will be heard at this meeting, the Fairview Estates and Sydney Street annexations. As a result, Mayor Romero will be able to R l Ci�i Special City Council Meeting Page 2 Tuesday, October 23, 2007 participate in the hearing because the remaining two applications being considered are no longer linked to the two which have been withdrawn, including the one which triggered a potential conflict of interest. Because of questions that have been raised related to whether he can make an unbiased decision on the matters before Council at this meeting, Council Member Settle stated for the record that while he has met with some of the principals and has expressed concerns related to them, he will remain open minded as he listens to the testimony presented and will be able to make a fair and impartial decision. In response to Council Member Carter, City Attorney Lowell explained the impact and options of a withdrawal, continuation or denial of a project. Also at the request of Council Member Carter, he read an e-mail to a citizen that expressed Council Member Settle's opposition to development on the hillsides, commented that this is a political process, noted that Council Member Settle has indicated that he has kept an open mind, and explained that it is Council Member Settle's decision as to whether to participate in the meeting. Council Member Settle explained that the preservation of hillsides has been an ongoing concern of his for many years and these were the concerns he expressed. In response to Vice Mayor Mulholland, Cfi►Attorney Lowell clarified that the matters before Council at this meeting are legislative in nature. He further clarified that Council is able to act on the two remaining annexations. Mayor Romero called for comments from the public who objected to proceeding with the hearing at this meeting. Jo Ann Wheatiev. San Luis Obispo, said she objected to initially combining these four annexations into one project and had concerns that they were now being separated. There were no further public comments on proceeding and the Council was not interested in approving a continuance. Communitv Development Director Mandeville introduced the agenda report, following which Associate Planner Dunsmore provided a more detailed overview of the Sydney Street and Fairview Estates Annexations. He responded to questions throughout his presentation and reviewed the CAO recommendation which directed the applicants to amend the Sydney Street Annexation application to more closely comply with General Plan Policies and proceed to the environmental impact report stage and to deny the Fairview Estates Annexation proposal. ®SAF T ��-�z Special City Council Meeting Page 3 Tuesday, October 23, 2007 Mayor Romero opened the public hearing. David Watson, representing King Ventures and the King property annexation (Sydney Street) spoke in support of the CAO recommendation. He explained that the environmental impact report is necessary in order to gather information for an evaluation of the potential policy conflicts and possible solutions. He discussed the history of the project and explained why the Sydney Street Annexation could be considered independent of the other proposed Eastside annexations, thereby eliminating the requirement for a water tank large enough to support all of the annexations. He objected to prohibiting development beyond the development limit line since he thought its limitation related to water access. He suggested that he will proceed with an annexation within the county if Council denies the current request. Carol Florence. representing the Fairview Estates Annexation, clarified that the request before Council is not to approve an annexation, but to authorize an Environmental Impact Report. She displayed maps and discussed the revised proposal that was submitted based on concerns expressed by the Planning Commission and the public. She displayed drawings that depicted views from Terrace Hill and from the Villa Rose development, and explained that the proposed development is slightly below the Alyda Development: She asked Council to permit the applications to move through the study process. In response to questions raised by Council Member Carter, Utilities Director Moss discussed the need for the larger water tank to service the area and explained the importance of looking at this as a regional situation. Staff's concerns relate, in part, to fire protection and system reliability, particularly if there was a power outage. The following people asked Council to uphold the Planning Commission recommendation to deny the annexation requests. Unless otherwise noted, the speakers are residents of San Luis Obispo. Pat McKeague Karen Merriam (Chair, Martha Chivens (County Jim Lewellen Santa Lucia Chapter of resident) Adam Hill Sierra Club) Nikki Jakins Suzie Valadez Alan Thomas Sean Laughney Charles Felix Carol Rich John Ashbaugh (Planning John Edmisten Cameron Tapp (County Commissioner) Michael Sullivan resident) Stacey King John Altman Steve Zawatick Bill Herreras Earle Murie Jean Hyduchak V.L. Holland Deborah Cleere JoAnn Wheatley Ovral Osborne Randy Allen Terry Mohan Jan Hall Marx Charlene Abeloe John Belsher Pat Mullen Janie Holland Mila Vujovich-LaBarre Special City Council Meeting Page 4 Tuesday, October 23, 2007 Councilrecessed during the public hearing from 9:00 until 9:10 p.m. and resumed with all members present. Following is a list of some of the comments or concerns expressed by the prior speakers: • Houses should not be built above the 460 foot development limit because they are at greater risk of fires, mud slides, and floods. • The proposals will result in a loss of views and open space. • Safety issues will arise on the sloped roads during the rainy season, traffic will increase. • Approving development above the 460 foot development limit line will set a bad precedent • There is seismic instability on steep slopes. • Bicycle access would be limited became of the steep slopes. Mayor Romero closed the public hearing. Council Member Brown clarified that the sphere of influence does not guarantee development, but provides the City with more influence as to what can be developed in these areas. He pointed out there have been times when development has exceeded the 460 foot development limit line. However, in this case, the two projects before Council require more exceptions and are less warranted because of slope and other issues. Vice Mayor Mulholland opposed the loss of open space and the development on the hillsides above the development limit line. She encouraged the property owners to pursue the concept of transferring development credits to pursue development on a more suitable property. She discussed the importance of the County and City working together on projects within the City's urban boundary. She expressed concern regarding the withdrawal of the Sunny Acres Estates and Harmony Way Minor Annexations at the last minute. Council Member Carter discussed his site visit to the Filipponi and Twissetman properties (Fairview Estates) and said he could not approve the project as proposed because of the steepness of the slopes. He explained why the only reason he would support the l(ing property (Sydney Street)Annexation would be for the installation of the water tank, which is important for fire suppression in that area. He discussed the Planning Commission's action on the sphere of influence for this area and concurred with Council Member Brown's comments regarding the purpose of the sphere. He concurred with and expanded on Council Member Brown's comments regarding the development limit line, and noted that there are large variations in the altitudes of the urban reserve line throughout the City. �R i Special City Council Meeting Page 5 Tuesday, October 23, 2007 Council Member Settle spoke in support of the Planning Commission recommendation. He expressed his continuing concerns regarding hillside development, noting the importance he places on the development limit line. He was also particularly concerned about potential fire hazards. He suggested that the solution to these development proposals is transferring development credit Mayor Romero expressed concern that if the City opposes the annexation applications, they could receive approval from the County with lesser standards. However, he agreed that the Filipponi-Twissman site is too steep to develop and that the transfer of development credits may be the best option. He indicated that the loss of views was not of concern to him and that he did not think flood issues would increase. Additionally, he thought the proposals would increase fire protection and that the City would benefit from the open space. However, he said that in light of the community outpouring in opposition to the proposals, he would not support the CAO recommendation. Council Member Brown questioned whether any Council Members wanted to consider further the King property annexation. There was no interest in doing so. Council Member Carter clarified that the King property has the potential for water tank for fire suppression. He reiterated that the installation of the water tank is needed for good fire suppression in that area and this would be the only reason why he had an interest in the King annexation. He stated, however,that he is going to support the motion. ACTION: Moved by.Mulholland/Settle to adopt, based on findings: 1) Resolution No. 9336 (2007 Series) denying a General Plan Amendment, Prezoning and Annexation for property located at 1925 Sydney Street(ER/GP/R/ANNX 4-05). 2) Resolution No. 9337 (2007 Series)denying a General Plan Amendment, Prezoning, and Annexation for property located at 0 Fairview (Fairview Estates; ERIGP/R/ANNX 126-06). The motion did not include the denial of Tentative_ Tract Maps 2827 or 2773; motion carried 5:0. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the City Council, Mayor Romero adjourned the meeting at 10:51 p.m. Audrey Hooper City Clerk APPROVED BY COUNCIL: 11/20/07 UKArd 15 RED FILE FRECEIVED liil ;l�l'!i'l;cul MEETING AGENDA I iI,7 4% 671TEM #� 2007 C Ci Clerk Memoranr - f RK lCity of San Luis Obispo November 20, 2007 Ee0aVde'� CQUNCIL DIR ®'CAO IR MACAO CHIEF TO: Mayor Romero & Members of the City Council ffA1TORNEYPWIR 21 CLERK/ORIGE CHF FROM: Audrey Hooper, City Clerk 0 DEPT HEADSIR a-zg a IR VIA: Ken Hampian, CAO Vde SUBJECT: Revision to October 23, 2007, Council Meeting Minutes Y. e-4 0 Y, C GER- Mayor Romero has asked that the following paragraphs on pages C1-13 and C1-15, respectively, of the October 23, 2007, minutes be revised as indicated. David Watson, representing King Ventures and the King property annexation (Sydney Street) spoke in support of the CAO recommendation. He explained that the environmental impact report is necessary in order to gather information for an evaluation of the potential policy conflicts and possible solutions. He discussed the history of the project and explained why the Sydney Street Annexation could be considered independent of the other proposed Eastside annexations, thereby eliminating the requirement for a water tank large enough to support all of the annexations. He objected to prohibiting development beyond the development limit line since he thought its limitation related to water access. He suggested that he will proceed with aR aMexafiGR a demlopmwd within the county if Council denies the current request. Mayor Romero expressed concern that if the City opposes the annexation applications, fty development could receive approval from the County with lesser standards. However, he agreed that the Filipponi-Twissman site is too steep to develop and that the transfer of development credits may be the best option. He indicated that the loss of views was not of concern to him and that he did not think flood issues would increase. Additionally, he thought the proposals would increase fire protection and that the City would benefit from the open space. However, he said that in light of the community outpouring in opposition to the proposals, he would not support the CAO recommendation. If Council concurs with this revision, the motion should so indicate. G:1301-04 MhwteslCortecfiw to Minutes 10-23.07.doc