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CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO
FROM: J. Christine Dietrick, City Attorney
SUBJECT: 2010 LEGISLATIVE ACTION PLATFORM
RECOMMENDATION
1. Adopt a resolution establishing a Legislative Action Platform for 2010.
2. Appoint the Mayor and City Attorney to act as the primary legislative liaisons between
the League of California Cities and the City of San Luis Obispo.
DISCUSSION
Legislative Action Program.
Attached for the Council's consideration is a resolution establishing the City's 2010 Legislative
Action Platform. Similar resolutions have been adopted by the Council since 1993. The City
Attorney's Office coordinates the Legislative Action Program with assistance from the
Administration Department and from various City departments, as appropriate. This resolution
authorizes staff to respond to legislative issues affecting the City (via letters signed by the Mayor or
relevant Department Head), provided that the positions taken in the letters are consistent with the
priorities identified in Exhibits and B to the resolution.
By establishing a broad legislative platform and delegating responsibility to staff to respond to
proposed legislation and recommendations from the League of California Cities, the City is better
able to react quickly to changed circumstances and urgent requests than it would be if each item
were brought to the Council at its regular meetings. The process has been efficient given the
limited City resources available, and the City continues to be very active in communicating its
positions on Federal and State legislation. In 2009, the Mayor, on behalf of the City Council, sent
33 letters pertaining to pending legislation utilizing the Council Legislative Action Platform.
In preparing this year's draft program, input was solicited from all City Departments. Below are
brief explanations of the suggested substantive revisions to the 2010 Platform. All changes,
including language clean-ups and issue consolidations, are shown in the legislative draft of the 2010
Platform attached to this report(Attachment 1).
Council Agenda Report—2010 Legislative Action Platform Page 2
Proposed Revisions to the City's Legislative Platform
This year's proposed platform is not substantially changed, but for the modification of certain
priorities to better reflect the City's priorities and addition or substantive modification of the
following priorities:
Under the Community Development heading:
5. Supporting efforts to increase funding for affordable housing for very low, low and moderate
income families for all cities and communities and opposing the erosion of local inclusionary
housing and in-lieu fee programs. [substantively modified]
6. Promoting additional state funding to implement SB 375 through local general plan updates that
implement the regional sustainable communities plan and alternative planning strategy, if
needed. [added]
10. Supporting continued local control over mobile home park rent stabilization and the conversion
of mobile home parks to other uses. [added]
Under the Human Resources/Employee Relations/Human Relations heading:
24. Supporting reforms that limit the financial impacts of joint and several liability on public
entities.
Under the Public Works heading:
35. Supporting legislation that would increase funding availabilityfor projects that improve flood
protection for the City. [added]
36. Ensuring cooperation and prompt approval from Federal and State regulatory agencies (such as
the Department of Fish & Game and the Army Corps of Engineers)for necessary projects
involving the City's creek system. [substantively modified]
Under the Parks and Recreation and Natural Resources heading:
45. Encouraging the Resources Agency and its departments to reinstate and expedite the
distribution of bond funds and other funds resulting from special legislation and voter-
approved bond measures, to take advantage of the many favorable opportunities for land and
easement acquisition and enhancement project contracting that exist at this time.
[subtantively modified]
47. Opposing efforts that erode funding for vital regional and community services that negatively
impact Californian's access to parks, open space, after school programming senior services,
facilities that promote physical activity,protect natural resources, and strengthen safety and
security. [substantively modified]
Council Agenda Report—2010 Legislative Action Platform Page 3
48. Promoting policies that recognize the benefits ofparks and recreational facilities in the
advancement of"sustainable communities"and curbing greenhouse gas emissions, including:
strengtheningpolicies that fund parks, open-space, bike lanes and non-motorized trails through
the development and implementation of a carbon credit and offset program, and advocating for
the strong integration of local and regional park and non-motorized transportation
improvements into "Smart Growth Scenarios"pursuant to SB 375. [substantively modified]
49. Supporting legislation that promotes access to joint use of schools;parks and open space;
development of streets and trails that encourage physical activity and healthy living. [added]
Under the Transportation heading
51. Supporting the continuation of and increased funding sources for street maintenance projects,
transportation improvements, transit operations and bicycle facility projects.
[substantively modified]
54. Supporting legislation that would encourage private transportation companies (such as Union
Pacific Railroad) to reach agreements for sharing of properly secured right of way corridors
for other compatible uses such as bicycle and pedestrian facilities. [added]
And, under the Utilities heading:
68. Supporting legislation promoting the protection of water resource, including water quality,
watershed protection,and treatment discharge measures. [added]
69. Support legislation relative to protection of our natural resources from invasive species.
[added]
70. Support legislation promoting sustainability of our water resources through the use of recycled
water, rainwater harvesting, grey water use, and other best practices. [added]
Legislative Liaison Appointments
The League of California Cities encourages cities to appoint a council member and a staff person to
act as legislative liaison between the League and the City. It is recommended that Mayor Romero
continue as the Council legislative liaison and the City Attorney serve as the staff liaison, as in
previous years.
FISCAL IMPACT
Because no additional staff workload is anticipated as a result of this ongoing program, now new
fiscal impact will be incurred.
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Council Agenda Report—2010 Legislative Action Platform Page 4
ALTERNATIVES
The Council may wish to discuss other issues. However, it is also important to note that the
Legislative Platform allows the City to take action on any bills and other measures formally
supported by the League of California Cities.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Legislative Draft of the Legislative Action Platform
2. Resolution which includes Exhibit A (Legislative Action Platform for 2010) and Exhibit B
(League of California Cities 2010 Federal Priorities)
G:U.egislative Priorities\2010 Docs\2010 Agenda Report.DOC
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CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO
LEGISLATIVE ACTION PLATFORM FOR 2010
Community Development
I. Promoting reforms of the entire State mandated HCD Regional Housing Need Allocations process
to recognize leeal ufbEiii pleuis atid4ocal resource limitations.
2. Promoting funding sources to accomplish retrofitting of unreinforced masonry buildings.
3. Promoting funding of on campus housing at C-&6-Cal Polv for student and faculty housing,
4. Preserving local control of planning and zoning matters.
5. Supporting efforts to increase funding for affordable housing for very low,low and moderate
income families for all cities and communities and opposing the erosion of local inclusionary
housing and in-lieu fee programs.
6. Promoting additional state funding to implement SB 375 through local general plan updates that
implement the regional sustainable communities plan and alternative planning strategy,if needed.
6=7.Promoting funding for the identification, acquisition, maintenance and restoration of historic sites•--'" Forrnattedc Bullets and Numbering
and'structures.
-7-8.Supporting continued or expanded funding for CDBG program. - Formatted:Bullets and Numbering
9. Supporting reinstatement of protections from imposition of additional building or site conditions •-'- FormatAd:Bullets and Number ng
prior to issuance of a building permit for seismic related improvements to buildings subject to a
mitigation program established according to state law(our URM Program)as previously provided
in Government Code Section 8875.10(this section lapsed-Eg repealed ert•effective January 1,
2009).
10. Supporting continued local control over mobile home park rent stabilization and the conversion of
mobile home parks to other uses.
Economic Development
9-1 1.Promoting funding and/or legislation using tax credits or other incentive programs Elxti—to•---" Formatted:Bullets and Numbering
encourages research and development by businesses in California4Hrew- tAx ethef
a-0=12.Supporting funding and policies for the promotion of California as a place to locate businesses -- - Formatoed:.Bullets and Numbering
4-4-13.Supporting funding for a-the state tourism promotion program •- Formatted:Bullets and Numbering
± 14I Supporting the effective and efficient use of all communications technologies including voice, '' -" Formatted:Bullets and Numbering
video,data,and information services over wired and wireless transmission technologies
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-LLiSupporting telecommunications reform legislation and.other measures that preserve local control•--- Formatted:Bullets and Numbering
over public rights-of-way,protect local resources and guarantee access to,funding for,and local
flexibility in utilizing funds for public,educational and government(PEG)access television
Finance
44-16.Continuing to support efforts to protect the City from loss of revenues due to State take-aways •-- Formatted:Bullets and Numbering
and unfunded State or Federal mandates
+L17.Endorsing legislation that provides local government with fair share tax on catalog and Internet•----Formatted:Bullets and Numbering
sales;and opposing legislation that limits state or local authority to tax catalog or Internet sales
4.6-18.Supporting legislation and other measures to change processes in California regarding: •--- Formatted:Bullets and Numbering
determining legislative district boundaries,modifying term limit restrictions,and reducing the two-
thirds vote required for adoption of the State budget
Human Resources/Employee Relations/Human Relations
-17-1919.Supporting additional workers compensation reforms that lower employers'costs while still •--" Formatted:Bullets and Numbering
protecting workers.
�I&&Supporting pension and retiree health benefits reform efforts in concert with the League of •-- Formatted:Bulletsand Numbering
California Cities and the California Public Employees Retirement System(PERS)Board of
Directors.
-F�Opposing the expansion of the"Peace Officers'Bill of Rights,""Firefighters'Bill of Rights,"or •--- Formatted:Bullets and Numbering
other attempts to curtail management rights.
j 2:MSupporting legislation that provides funding sources for appropriate human service agencies that--- -- Formatted:Bullets and Numbering
support the mission of the Human Relations Commission.
23. Supporting legislation to protect the City's continued ability to administer its Cafeteria Benefit
Plan.
24. Supporting reforms that limit the financial impacts of ioint and several liability on public entities: -- Formatted:Bullets and Numbering
Public Safetv
ailiContinuing State and Federal funding support for disaster preparedness,earthquake preparedness,----- Formatted:Bullets and Numbering
Homeland Security,hazardous material response,State COPS program and other local law
enforcement activities
jL26.Preserving the City's authority to investigate police misconduct -' Formatted:Bulletsand Numbering
ILMPreserving the City's authority to establish both medical and non-medical emergency service - Formatted:Bullets and Numbering
levels
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iA,,dchment I
j128.Supporting efforts to expand the scope of parental responsibility for crimes committed by minors•---' Formatted:Bullets and Numbering
2EaPreserving the authority of local control on issuance of concealed weapons permits •--- Formatted:Bullets and Numbering
!!!!Supporting legislation to help curb alcohol-related criminal behavior and underage drinking •-- ' Formatted:Bullets and Numbering
2 3: ,Opposing new or increased state fees for state provided law enforcement services •-- ' Formatted:Bullets and Numbering
aKISupporting the fair and efficient allocation of radio spectrum that provides quality frequencies, ----- Formatted:Bullets and Numbering
free from interference,for all local public safety communication needs
39_33.Supporting efforts to reduce retention periods for video monitoring tapes •-- ' Formatted:Bullets and Numbering
Public Works
3L2!Supporting legislation to increase the availability of grant funding to replace aging infrastructure-- Formatted:Bullets and Numbering
of all types,e.g.streets,bridges,water,sewer and storm sewer systems,etc.
35. Supporting legislation that would increase funding availability for proiects that improve flood•--- Formatted:Bullets and Numbering
protection for the Citv
t 3636.Q&a}t —Ensuringfmidia cooperation and prompt approval from t Federal and State- -' Formatted:Bullets and Numbering
a reetdatory Pfetee4ien kkgenciesey aad{such as the Department of Fish&Game and
the Army Corps of Engineers) for necessary find—eetitrelprojects involving the City's creek
system
3I37.Supporting legislation which would exclude assessments for vital infrastructure from Prop.218 •-- ' Formatted:Bullets and Numbering
requirements
a�LMSupporting legislation to provide monetary incentives or grant funding for alternative fuel •-- Formatted:Bullets and Numbering
vehicles for replacement of municipal fleet equipment
3139.Supporting legislation to provide monetary incentives or grant funding for retrofitting municipal •---' Formatted:Bulletsand Numbering
buildings with Energy Management Systems to centrally control all lighting and HVAC systems.
=m :i Supporting measures to ensure the timely distribution of federal stimulus funds to cities with •----J Formatted:Bullets andNumbering
"ready to go"public works projects
Parks and Recreation and Natural Resources
�41.Supporting State and Federal funding and other measures to promote the acquisition,protection,---- Formatted:Bullets and.Numbering
preservation and restoration of natural resources, open space, coastal resources, signature land
forms, wetlands and park development, including continued funding for the Land and Water
Conservation Grant Program and for the California Conservation Corps
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3z42.Supporting the expansion of National Marine Sanctuary off the coast of San Luis Obispo County---- Formatted:Bullets and Numbering
to protect this fragile habitat from offshore oil and gas development
44 Opposing any development under existing or new offshore oil and gas leases off the coast of San---- Formatted:Bulletsand Numbering
Luis Obispo County
40-44.Supporting measures to prohibit discharge of pollutants into the ocean (e.g. selenium---- Formatted:Bullets and Numbenng
contaminated waters from the San Joaquin valley)
a-I 45.Encouraging the State^ pai4men ,r Ra-As----I I------��.Resources Anenccv and its -- Formatted:Bullets and Numbering
departments to reinstate and expedite the distribution of bond funds and other funds resulting from
special legislation and voter-approved bond measures,to take advantage of the many favorable
opportunities for land and easement acquisition and enhancement project contracting that exist at
this time.
4z46.Seeking legislative exemption from property taxes on lands dedicated to open space purposes •----- Formatted:Bullets and Numbering
which are outside the boundaries of the jurisdiction owning such lands.
--�47.Opposing efforts that erode funding for vital regional and community services that --' Formatted:Bullets and Numbering
negatively impact Californian's access to parks, oven space, after school Formatted:Font. 11.5 pt
programming, senior services, facilities that promote physical activity,protect natural Formatted:Font: Its pt
resources, and strengthen safety and security.
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48. Promoting policies that recognize the benefits of parks and recreational facilities in the --- Formatted:Bullets and Numbering
advancement of"sustainable communities"and curbing greenhouse gas emissions,including:
strengthening nolicies that fund narks, open-space, bike lanes and non-motorized_ Formatted:Font: 11.5 pt
trails through the development and implementation of a carbon credit and offset
grog_amAeN,elepRieRt and implemenwien of a eafben eredit and 814set PFOgFRM and advocating
for the strong integration of local and regional park and non-motorized transportation
improvements into"Smart Growth Scenarios"pursuant to SB 375.
49. Sunnorting legislation that promotes access to ioint use of schools narks and open •- - Formatted:Bullets and Numbering
space;develonment of streets and trails that encourage physical activity and healthy
living-.
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Transportation
45 50.Supporting cChaneg s_iniR-gas tax laws to that allow local tax for transportation purposes based - Formatted:Bullets and Numbenng
on a majority vote of the public
4(rS l.hter�erir Supporting the continuation of ed and increased funding sources for street Formatted:Bullets and Numbenng
maintenance projects,afld-transportation improvements,transit operations and bicycle facility
4E52.Supporting clean air transit funding for San Luis Obispo County, in particular funding that---- Formatted:Bullets and Numbering
st+ .rprovides for altemative modes of transportation with clean air benefits
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4:LaSupporting actions to:(1)promote cooperation and mutual support between metropolitan •-' Formatted:Bulletsand Numbering
planning organization(MPO)agencies and local transit providers,and(2)discourage trends toward
MPO agencies/regional"control"of local transit providers.
54. Supportine leeislation that would encourage private transportation companies(such as Union •-- Formatted:Bullets and Numbering
Pacific Railroad)to reach aareements for sharin>�ofproperly secured right of way corridors for
other compatible uses such as bicycle and pedestrian facilities.
Utilities
4455.Supporting clean water funding programs. •--- Formatted:Bullets and Numbering
�j 6 Supporting legislation to further recycling programs and enhance local government's abilitv to •- Formatted:,BulleCs and Numbering
comply with solid waste requirements.
IjilSupporting legislation to eliminate mandatory penalties for violations ofNPDES Requirements •- Formatted:Bulles and Numbering
and returning discretionary control to the Regional Water Quality Control Board Executive Officers
(i.e.repeal SB 709).
j2d&Supporting legislation and other measures to ensure reasonableness in the administration of •-- Formatted:Bullets and Numbering
NPDES permit governing City operations,including pursuing a municipal representative on the
Regional Water Quality Control Board.
59.Supporting legislation promoting the safe,responsible,and cost-effective reuse of Exceptional •--- Formatted:Bullets and Numbering
Quality or better biosolids.
5+60.Supporting legislation to streamline the state regulatory processes. •--- Formatted:Bullets and Numbering
--5-�Supporting sustainable energy programs. •---- Formatted:Bullets and Numbering
:E>Supporting incentives for distributed energy generation projects such as solar power. •--- Formatted:Bullets and Numbering
57-63.Supporting legislation allowing cities/agencies to establish fees for the costs of operating ---- Formatted:Bullets and Numbering
mandated water quality programs such as,but not limited to,municipal storm water and total
maximum daily loading.
--%".Supporting federal legislative action to transfer Salinas Reservoir properties to a local agency,to • J Formatted:Bullets and Numbering
the benefit of the City.
$ 65.Supporting legislation that aids in the implementation of the California Urban Water •--' Formatted:Bulletsand Numbering
Conservation Council's Best Management Practices regarding urban water conservation.
69.66.Supporting legislation eliminating departing load charges which discourage the use of alternative•--- Formatted:Bullets and Numbering
energy resources.
Eia-67.Supporting legislation to allow use of Public Goods Funds for the development and installation • - Formatted:Bullets and Numbering
of energy saving or green energy generating projects to benefit local government.
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68 Surportina leeislation promoting the protection of water resources including water quality, •---i Formatted:Bullets and Numbering
watershed protection and treatment discharge measures.
69 import legislation relative to protection of our natural resources from invasive species. •--- Formatted:Bullets and Number ng
70 Suport legislation promoting sustainabilitv of our water resources through the use of recycled water.'---f Formatted:Bullets and Number ng
rainwater harvesting.greywater use and other best practices.
County/Regional Priorities
G±IaWorking with the County to assure land use practices that are consistent with the Memorandum '' Formatted:Bullets and Numbering
of Agreement adopted by the City Council and County Board of Supervisors in 2005 regarding
development near the edges of the City.
Fi=.72.Supporting a vector control program benefit assessment for San Luis Obispo County. Fornatted:Bullets and Numbering
Ei�4=T.Encouraging participation by County in providing nearby parking for County employees and - Formatted:Bullets and Numbering
clients,and alternate transportation and parking demand reduction.
!kms Supporting County development of a local ordinance providing additional local oversight and Forreatted:Bulletsand Numbering
regulation of the land application of Pollutant Concentration(PC)or better biosolids.
66-.75.Working cooperatively with the County to solve City/County flood problems. --- Formatted:Bullets and Numbering
6-7-76.Supporting the San Luis Obispo County Air Pollution Control District's legislative program. ----f Formatted:Bullets and Numbertng
Attachment 2
RESOLUTION NO. (2010 Series)
ESTABLISHMENT OF THE CITY LEGISLATIVE ACTION
PLATFORM FOR 2010 AND APPOINTMENT
OF COUNCILMEMBER AND STAFF PERSON TO ACT AS
LIAISON BETWEEN THE CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO AND
THE LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES
WHEREAS, a major objective of the City Council is to adopt an aggressive legislative action
platform which strengthens local government, promotes City goals and defends the City against
legislative actions by State and Federal governments that would weaken local government and/or take
away traditional revenue sources; and
WHEREAS, it is vital to the fiscal health and the self determination of the City to effectively
communicate with State Legislators and Federal representatives in order to favorably influence State and
Federal legislation, regulations and grant requests; and
WHEREAS,the League of California Cities conducts a legislative analysis and advocacy
program on behalf of cities for State issues and major Federal issues; and
WHEREAS,the City desires to be proactive and involved in the governmental decision making
processes directly affecting the City legislative priorities identified in Exhibit"A",the League of
California Cities federal priorities identified in Exhibit "B", and other selected issues as may from time to
time be recommended by the League of California Cities; and
WHEREAS,a key component of the City's Legislative Action Platform is face-to-face meetings
between City representatives and elected officials at the Federal, State, and County levels, and
coordination with similar efforts made by other local government entities.
NOW,THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of San Luis
Obispo does hereby:
(1) Establish the Legislative Action Platform for 2010, as set forth in the attached Exhibits"A"
and "B" and authorize staff to take positions on legislation generally consistent with the Legislative
Action Platform and such other resolutions and recommendations of the League of California Cities as
may be from time to time presented to the City; and
(2)Appoint David F. Romero to act as Councilmember legislative liaison and Christine Dietrick
to act as staff legislative liaison with the League of California Cities.
I .
Resolution No. (2010 Series) Attachment 2
Page 2
Upon motion of , seconded by and on the
following roll call vote:
Ayes:
Noes:
Absent:
the foregoing resolution was adopted this 19"' day of January, 2010.
David F. Romero
Mayor
ATTEST:
Elaina Cano
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Christine Dietrick
City Attorney
G:Tegislative Priorities\2010 Docs\2010 Resolution.docm
ATTACHNEW2
i
Exhibit A
CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO
LEGISLATIVE ACTION PLATFORM FOR 2010
Community Development
I. Promoting reforms of the entire State mandated HCD Regional Housing Need Allocations process
to recognize local resource limitations.
2. Promoting funding sources to accomplish retrofitting of unreinforced masonry buildings.
3. Promoting funding of on campus housing at Cal Poly for student and faculty housing.
4. Preserving local control of planning and zoning matters.
5. Supporting efforts to increase funding for affordable housing for very low, low and moderate
income families for all cities and communities and opposing the erosion of local inclusionary
housing and in-lieu fee programs.
6. Promoting additional state funding to implement SB 375 through local general plan updates that
implement the regional sustainable communities plan and alternative planning strategy, if needed.
7. Promoting funding for the identification, acquisition, maintenance and restoration of historic sites
and structures.
8. Supporting continued or expanded funding for CDBG program.
9. Supporting reinstatement of protections from imposition of additional building or site conditions
prior to issuance of a building permit for seismic related improvements to buildings subject to a
mitigation program established according to state law(our URM Program) as previously provided
in Government Code Section 8875.10 (this section was repealed effective January 1, 2009).
10. Supporting continued local control over mobile home park rent stabilization and the conversion of
mobile home parks to other uses.
Economic Development
11. Promoting funding and/or legislation using tax credits or other incentive programs to encourage
research and development by businesses in California
12. Supporting funding and policies for the promotion of California as a place to locate businesses
13. Supporting funding for the state tourism promotion program
14. Supporting the effective and efficient use of all communications technologies including voice,
video, data, and information services over wired and wireless transmission technologies
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Exhibit A
15. Supporting telecommunications reform legislation and other measures that preserve local control
over public rights-of-way, protect local resources and guarantee access to, funding for,and local
flexibility in utilizing funds for public,educational and government(PEG)access television
Finance
16. Continuing to support efforts to protect the City from loss of revenues due to State take-aways and
unfunded State or Federal mandates
17. Endorsing legislation that provides local government with a fair share tax on catalog and Internet
sales; and opposing legislation that limits state or local authority to tax catalog or Internet sales
18. Supporting legislation and other measures to change processes in California regarding: determining
legislative district boundaries, modifying term limit restrictions,and reducing the two-thirds vote
required for adoption of the State budget
Human Resources/Employee Relations/Human Relations
19. Supporting additional workers compensation reforms that lower employers' costs while still
protecting workers.
20. Supporting pension and retiree health benefits reform efforts in concert with the League of
California Cities and the California Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) Board of
Directors.
21. Opposing the expansion of the"Peace Officers' Bill of Rights,""Firefighters' Bill of Rights;"or
other attempts to curtail management rights.
22. Supporting legislation that provides funding sources for appropriate human service agencies that
support the mission of the Human Relations Commission.
23. Supporting legislation to protect the City's continued ability to administer its Cafeteria Benefit
Plan.
24. Supporting reforms that limit the financial impacts of joint and several liability on public entities.
Public Safety
25. Continuing State and Federal funding support for disaster preparedness, earthquake preparedness,
Homeland Security,hazardous material response, State COPS program and other local law
enforcement activities
26. Preserving the City's authority to investigate police misconduct
27. Preserving the City's authority to establish both medical and non-medical emergency service levels
28. Supporting efforts to expand the scope of parental responsibility for crimes committed by minors
ATTACHMWT a
Exhibit A
29. Preserving the authority of local control on issuance of concealed weapons permits
30. Supporting legislation to help curb alcohol-related criminal behavior and underage drinking
31. Opposing new or increased state fees for state provided law enforcement services
32. Supporting the fair and efficient allocation of radio spectrum that provides quality frequencies, free
from interference, for all local public safety communication needs
33. Supporting efforts to reduce retention periods for video monitoring tapes
Public Works
34. Supporting legislation to increase the availability of grant funding to replace aging infrastructure of
all types,e.g. streets, bridges,water, sewer and storm sewer systems,etc.
35. Supporting legislation that would increase funding availability for projects that improve flood
protection for the City
36. Ensuring cooperation and prompt approval from Federal and State regulatory agencies (such as the
Department of Fish & Game and the Army Corps of Engineers)for necessary projects involving the
City's creek system
37. Supporting legislation which would exclude assessments for vital infrastructure from Prop. 218
requirements
38. Supporting legislation to provide monetary incentives or grant funding for alternative fuel vehicles
for replacement of municipal fleet equipment
39. Supporting legislation to provide monetary incentives or grant funding for retrofitting municipal
buildings with Energy Management Systems to centrally control all lighting and HVAC systems.
40. Supporting measures to ensure the timely distribution of federal stimulus funds to cities with"ready
to go"public works projects
Parks and Recreation and Natural Resources
41. Supporting State and Federal funding and other measures to promote the acquisition, protection,
preservation and restoration of natural resources, open space, coastal resources, signature land
forms, wetlands and park development, including continued funding for the Land and Water
Conservation Grant Program and for the California Conservation Corps
42. Supporting the expansion of National Marine Sanctuary off the coast of San Luis Obispo County to
protect this fragile habitat from offshore oil and gas development
43. Opposing any development under existing or new offshore oil and gas leases off the coast of San
Luis Obispo County
ATTACHMEM 2
Exhibit A
44. Supporting measures to prohibit discharge of pollutants into the ocean (e.g. selenium contaminated
waters from the San Joaquin valley)
45. Encouraging the Resources Agency and its departments to reinstate and expedite the distribution of
bond funds and other funds resulting from special legislation and voter-approved bond measures,to
take advantage of the many favorable opportunities for land and easement acquisition and
enhancement project contracting that exist at this time.
46. Seeking legislative exemption from property taxes on lands dedicated to open space purposes
which are outside the boundaries of the jurisdiction owning such lands.
47. Opposing efforts that erode funding for vital regional and community services that
negatively impact Californian's access to parks, open space, after school
programming, senior services, facilities that promote physical activity, protect natural
resources, and strengthen safety and security.,
48. Promoting policies that recognize the benefits of parks and recreational facilities in the
advancement of"sustainable communities'and curbing greenhouse gas emissions, including:
strengthening policies that fund parks, open-space, bike lanes and non-motorized
trails through the development and implementation of a carbon credit and offset
program,and advocating for the strong integration of local and regional park and non-
motorized transportation improvements into "Smart Growth Scenarios" pursuant to
SB 375.
49. Supporting legislation that promotes access to joint use of schools; parks and open
space; development of streets and trails that encourage physical activity and healthy
living.
Transportation
50. Supporting changes in gas tax laws that allow local tax for transportation purposes based on a
majority vote of the public
51. Supporting the continuation of,and increased funding sources for street maintenance projects,
transportation improvements, transit operations and bicycle facility projects
52. Supporting clean air transit funding for San Luis Obispo County, in particular funding that provides
for alternative modes of transportation with clean air benefits
53. Supporting actions to: (1)promote cooperation and mutual support between metropolitan planning
organization (MPO)agencies and local transit providers,and (2)discourage trends toward MPO
agencies/regional"control"of local transit providers
54. Supporting legislation that would encourage private transportation companies(such as Union
Pacific Railroad)to reach agreements for sharing of properly secured right of way corridors for
other compatible uses such as bicycle and pedestrian facilities.
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ArrACHMENra
Exhibit A
Utilities
55. Supporting clean water funding programs.
56. Supporting legislation to further recycling programs and enhance local government's ability to
comply with solid waste requirements.
57. Supporting legislation to eliminate mandatory penalties for violations of NPDES Requirements and
returning discretionary control to the Regional Water Quality Control Board Executive Officers
(i.e. repeal SB 709).
58. Supporting legislation and other measures to ensure reasonableness in the administration of NPDES
permit governing City operations, including pursuing a municipal representative on the Regional
Water Quality Control Board.
59. Supporting legislation promoting the safe,responsible, and cost-effective reuse of Exceptional
Quality or better biosolids.
60. Supporting legislation to streamline the state regulatory processes.
61. Supporting sustainable energy programs.
62. Supporting incentives for distributed energy generation projects such as solar power.
63. Supporting legislation allowing cities/agencies to establish fees for the costs of operating mandated
water quality programs such as, but not limited to,municipal storm water and total maximum daily
loading.
64. Supporting federal legislative action to transfer Salinas Reservoir properties to a local agency,to
the benefit of the City.
65. Supporting legislation that aids in the implementation of the California Urban Water
Conservation Council's Best Management Practices regarding urban water conservation.
66. Supporting legislation eliminating departing load charges which discourage the use of alternative
energy resources.
67. Supporting legislation to allow use of Public Goods Funds for the development and installation of
energy saving or green energy generating projects to benefit local government.
68. Supporting legislation promoting the protection of water resources, including water quality,
watershed protection,and treatment discharge measures.
69. Support legislation relative to protection of our natural resources from invasive species.
70. Suport legislation promoting sustainability of our water resources through the use of recycled water,
rainwater harvesting, greywater use, and other best practices.
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71. Working with the County to assure land use practices that are consistent with the Memorandum of
Agreement adopted by the City Council and County Board of Supervisors in 2005 regarding
development near the edges of the City.
72. Supporting a vector control program benefit assessment for San Luis Obispo County.
73. Encouraging participation by County in providing nearby parking for County employees and
clients, and alternate transportation and parking demand reduction.
74. Supporting County development of a local ordinance providing additional local oversight and
regulation of the land application of Pollutant Concentration (PC) or better biosolids.
75. Working cooperatively with the County to solve City/County flood problems.
76. Supporting the San Luis Obispo County Air Pollution Control District's legislative program.
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2010-01-07
League Leadership Sets 2010 Strategic Priorities
The League's board of directors met in a joint session with the leaders of the divisions,d8partments, policy committees
and caucuses of the League on Nov. 18 through Nov.20 to chart a strategic course for 2010.
After small group discussions and large group presentations,the combined leadership of the League endorsed three
strategic goals for 2010 that will guide the League's advocacy and education efforts.
During its meeting on Friday, Nov. 20,the board formally adopted the three goals listed below.
° Protect Local Control and Funding for Vital Local Services. Use statewide ballot measure and legislative and
legal advocacy to achieve reforms that protect local control and abolish the power of the state to borrow,divert or
impose restrictions on the use of all local revenue sources, including locally imposed or levied taxes,the local
shares of all transportation tax revenues (including public transit funding),the redevelopment tax increment, and
any other local revenue source used to fund vital local services.
° Support Reform of the Structure,Governance, Management and Financing of State Government. Build on
the success of the 2009 Local Government Summit on State Governance and Fiscal Reform by working
collaboratively with other stakeholder groups to advance reforms to modernize the structure,governance,
management and method of financing state government.
° Promote Economic Stimulus, Infrastructure Investment, Business Development and Job Creation.
Promote federal, state and local investment in transportation,water, redevelopment and other critical
infrastructure projects that will support the retention and creation of new private businesses and jobs in our cities
and state.
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TO: Mayor and Council
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VIA: Katie Lichtig, City Manager
SUBJECT: Red File, Consent Item C7—Legislative Pla orm
Councilmember Ashbaugh raised some questions regarding the proposed legislative platform,
which are summarized below along with comments and/or proposed modifications to the
proposed platform.
Item 24
Supporting reforms that limit the financial impacts of joint and several liability on public
entities.
Councilmember Ashbaugh inquired whether this item related to tort reform. Legislative.
measures limiting City liability would fall under the umbrella of tort reform. This addition arose
from the recent attendance of the City's Risk Manager at a Ca1JPIA conference, which included
a mock trial component based on a real case tried by CaIJPIA counsel. The mock trial involved
a personal injury claim with a dangerous condition of public property component, where the
plaintiff sustained severe and permanent injuries as the result of a collision caused almost
entirely by another motorist. The mock jury found the City to have extremely minimal fault.
Nonetheless, the City was liable to pay a multimillion dollar economic damages award to the
plaintiff because the motorist had no assets and only minimal insurance coverage. A City's
liability arises in such cases because economic damages are joint and several,rather than being
apportioned according to percentage of fault, like non-economic damages. The inclusion of this
provision would allow the Mayor to sign letters of support for legislation that would limit the
financial impacts to cities where the City is found to be only minimally(even 1%)responsible.
If council does not wish to address this issues, Council may direct staff to remove the item from
the Legislative Platform.
Item 35
Supporting legislation that would increase funding availabilityfor projects that improve flood
protection for the City
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Councilmember Ashbaugh suggested the word"availability"is superfluous. Staff recommends
removing the word from the Platform item.
Item 47
Opposing efforts that erode funding for vital regional and community services that negatively
impact Californian's access to parks, open space, after school programming,senior services,
facilities that promote physical activity,protect natural resources, and strengthen safety and
security.
Councilmember Ashbaugh pointed out that the wording of this item is awkward. Staff
recommends revision to read Protecting funding for vital regional and community services that
negatively impact Californian's access to parks, open space, after school programming, senior
services, facilities that promote physical activity, protect natural resources, and strengthen safety
and security.
Add new item 55
Councilmember Ashbaugh suggests adding language to address the proposed diversion of
gasoline tax under the Transportation heading. Staff concurs and suggests the following:
Opposing the proposed diversion of gasoline sales tax to become an excise tax and other
attempts to depriving transit agencies of significant funding sources.
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Surf Cab's request for a certificate of public convenience and associated taxi permit is up
for discussion at the next city council meeting. I would like to raise some issues for
consideration before the final approval is,granted.
I. Two of the three taxi providers are out of town vendors receiving calls on cell
phones.
2. Why would another out of town provider be necessary?
3. Can these out of town vendors reliably provide 24 hour coverage?
4. Considering the economy, is another vendor really necessary or will it simply
serve to dilute the revenue between all providers and risk the quality of service
they all can provide.
5. 234 Taxi has not put into service the 10 additional permits they were granted six
months ago. This would seem to indicate that granting another 5 permits to yet
another vendor might not be warranted.
6. Green Go has a suspended permit that is up for renewal in March. There seems to
be the likelihood that it will be permanently revoked. Why not issue that permit to
Surf Cab on a trial basis.
7. As a point of clarification the per mile charge for 234 Taxi is $3.50 not the $3.00
indicated in Table 2 of document PH 3.
It is been a pleasure serving the community San Luis Obispo and I look forward to a long
and mutually beneficial relationship well into the future.
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