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MINUTES
MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2010 -6:00 P.M.
990 PALM STREET
SAN LUIS OBISPO, CALIFORNIA
6:00 P.M. —SPECIAL MEETING—COUNCIL HEARING ROOM
ROLL CALL:
Council Members
Present: Council Members John Ashbaugh, Jan Howell Marx, Allen K. Settle, Vice
Mayor Andrew Carter, and Mayor Dave Romero
City Staff
Present: Monica Irons, Director of Human Resources, Michael Codron, Acting
Assistant City Manager, Shelly Stanwyck, Acting Parks and Recreation
Director, Andrea Visveshwara, Assistant City Attorney, Deborah Linden,
Chief of Police, Came Mattingly, Director of Utilities, and Elaina Cano, City
Clerk. Other staff members were present.
ANNOUNCEMENT OF CLOSED SESSION TOPICS
Assistant City Attorney Visveshwara announced the following Closed Session topics.
CLOSED SESSION: 6:00 P.M.
CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
Pursuant to Government Code § 54957.6
Agency Negotiators: Monica Irons, Rick Bolanos, Michael Codron, Shelly
Stanwyck, Andrea Visveshwara, Deborah Linden,
Carrie Mattingly
Employee Organizations: San Luis Obispo City Employees' Association
(SLOCEA), San Luis Obispo Police Officers'
Association (POA) and San Luis Obispo City
Firefighters, Local 3523
Unrepresented Employees: Confidential Employees, Unrepresented Management
Employees
CLOSED SESSION: 6:30 P.M.
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL—Anticipated Litigation
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Pursuant to Government Code § 54956.9 regarding anticipated challenge to notice of
violation of Subdivision Map Act recorded by the City against San Luis Obispo County
Assessor Parcel Numbers: 053-152-007 and 053-152-008
One (1) potential case
PUBLIC COMMENT ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
Mayor Romero called for public comments. None were forthcoming and the meeting
adjourned to the Closed Session.
CLOSED SESSION REPORT
City Attorney Dietrick reported on the Closed Session at the commencement of the 7:00
p.m. Regular Meeting.
The Closed Session adioumed at 7:00 p.m.
Adjounn to Regular Meeting.
7:00 P.M.—REGULAR MEETING—COUNCIL CHAMBER
Mayor Romero called the regular meeting to order at 7:03 p.m. All Council Members
were present.
CLOSED SESSION REPORT
City Attorney Dietrick reported that Council met in Closed Session to discuss labor
negotiations, for which no reportable action was taken, and anticipated litigation, for which
Council provided direction regarding the potential filing of litigation, as indicated above.
No further reportable action was taken.
PRESENTATIONS
Mayor Romero presented a proclamation to local Dental Hygienists Giselle Marsh and
Tracy Woods-Bovan, acknowledging October as Dental Hygiene Month.
Actinq Fire Chief West announced October 3-9, 2010, as Fire Prevention Week in the
City of San Luis Obispo.
APPOINTMENTS
Al. APPOINTMENTS TO THE ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION (ARC).
BICYCLE ADVISORY COMMITTEE (BAC). AND HUMAN RELATIONS
COMMISSION (HRC).
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ACTION: Moved by Ashbaugh/Carter, in accordance with the recommendation of the
Council Subcommittee's, to make appointments to the City's advisory bodies as follows:
Architectural Review Commission (Subcommittee Members Romero and Settle)—
Appoint Michelle McCovey-Good and Ken Curtis to the Architectural Review
Commission (ARC) effective October 5, 2010, and expiring on March 31, 2011. Bicycle
Advisory Committee(Subcommittee Members Marx and Ashbaugh)—Appoint Bill
Bradlee to the Bicycle Advisory Committee (BAC) effective October 5, 2010, and expiring
on March 31, 2013. Human Relations Commission (Subcommittee Members Marx
and Ashbaugh)—Appoint Hillary Trout to the Human Relations Commission (HRC)
effective October 5, 2010, and expiring on March 31, 2012; motion carried 5:0.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Kathy Callahan, San Luis Obispo, spoke on behalf of Pacheco Elementary to promote the
Pacheco Fiesta De Arte 2010 fundraiser.
Gary Fowler, San Luis Obispo, recommended that the new.Fire Chief be required to live
in the City of San Luis Obispo.
Alan Thomas, San Luis Obispo, spoke about his concerns regarding the Chevron
property, and need for dean up of the contaminated land. Council Member Marx stated
that the property in question is under the authority of the County. Council Member
Ashbaugh stated that the passing of Measure H would delay an EIR on the Chevron
property.
Donald E. Hedrick, San Luis Obispo, spoke about his concerns regarding public
restrooms and sidewalks.
Mary Golden, Central Coast Natural History Association, spoke in support of State
Proposition 21 —The California State Parks Initiative.
Parish &Amanda Ruth, San Luis Obispo, requested an amendment to Resolution 9874—
Affordable Housing. City Manager Lichtig stated that staff would need direction from
Council and an assessment of the time and resources spent on reevaluating the
resolution, and the subsequent impacts on current staff workload. Council agreed to give
no direction at this time except to receive further information on the resolution.
Kevin Rice, San Luis Obispo, spoke about his concerns regarding the appointment
process for vacant Council seats. Mayor Romero spoke of the need for a continuation of
business, and the benefits of appointment over election, saving both time and money.
The following citizens spoke in support of Measure H:
Rosemary Wilvert, gave a presentation on childhood asthma.
Mila Vuiovich-LaBarre, San Luis Obispo.
Roxanne Morgan, San Luis Obispo.
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Roger Longden.
Bill Wilson, San Luis Obispo.
Willow Walking Turtle, San Luis Obispo
The following citizens spoke in opposition to Measure H:
John Saatafore, San Luis Obispo, thanked the Council and others for their support.
Ermina.Karim, San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce.
Hillary Trout, San Luis Obispo.
Agatha Reardon, San Luis Obispo.
CONSENT AGENDA
Public Comment
Zazz Daniel, spoke in support of Item C4, and of the great potential in the upper Monterey
Street neighborhood.
ACTION: Moved by Carter/Marx to approve the Consent Agenda as indicated below.
C1. MINUTES.
ACTION: Moved by Garter/Marx to waive oral reading and approve as amended;
motion carried 5:0.
C2. ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE RELINQUISHING THE PLAN LINE SETBACK
ON BROAD STREET BETWEEN HIGUERA STREET AND MARSH STREET
(0132-08).
ACTION: Moved by Carter/Marx to adopt Ordinance No. 1529 (2010 Series) amending
San Luis Obispo Municipal Code Section 17.74.130 to reflect changes to the Building
Setback Line (Plan Line Setback); motion carried 5:0.
C3. ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 17 OF THE MUNICIPAL
CODE (ZONING REGULATIONS) (GPI 3-10).
ACTION: Moved by Carter/Marx to adopt Ordinance No. 1553 (2010 Series) amending
Title 17 of the Municipal Code; motion carried 5:0.
C4. MONTEREY STREET REHABILITATION, SPECIFICATION NO. 91008.
ACTION: Moved by Carter/Marx to: 1. Approve plans and specifications for the
Monterey Street Rehabilitation Project, Specification No. 91008. 2. Approve the transfer
of$360,000 from various Master accounts to the Monterey Street Rehabilitation project
account: $294,000 from the Street Reconstruction & Resurfacing Master account,
$44,000 from the Water Distribution System Improvements Master account and $22,000
from the Collection System Improvements Master account. 3. Authorize staff to
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advertise for bids and authorize the City Manager to award the contract if the lowest
responsible bid is within the Engineer's Estimate of$1,400,000; motion carried 5:0.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER THE CULTURAL HERITAGE.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION TO UPDATE.THE HISTORIC
PRESERVATION PROGRAM GU16EUNES AND CREATE A HISTORIC
PRESERVATION ORDINANCE (GPI.72-09).
By consensus, Council agreed to hear further public testimony.
Community Development Director Mandeville introduced this item following which
Deputy Director Lonq Range Planning Murry presented the agenda report and
responded to Council questions and comments.
Council reiterated direction to staff to eliminate all additional penalties associated with
this ordinance.
Mayor Romero opened the public hearing.
Mike Baumberger, Los Osos, stated he was a property owner in the City and was pleased
to hear that the penalties had been eliminated, however still had reservations over the
25% demolition regulation.
David Brodie, San Luis Obispo, suggested to leave the word "structural" in the ordinance.
Joseph Abrahams, San Luis Obispo, suggested toleave the word "structural" in the
ordinance.
Elisabeth Abrahams; San Luis Obispo, suggested to leave the word "structural" in the
ordinance.
Anne.Hodges, spoke about the vague wording on notifications sent to contributitory list
properties, and expressed concern regarding enforcement.
Stacy Edmonds, San Luis Obispo, spoke about her concerns.regarding the vagueness of
the ordinance, and its reliance on City staff interpretation.
Gordon Edmonds, San Luis Obispo, spoke about the voluntary Mills Act agreement, and
urged the Council not to take public ownership of private property.
Paul Rys, San Luis Obispo, spoke about his concerns regarding noticeing and suggested
for a continuance of the item.
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Gary Fowler, San Luis Obispo, asked that the word 'structurally' be better defined or
eliminated all together, and recommends allowing the next Council to consider this
ordinance.
Steve Rebuck, San Luis Obispo, spoke about the difficulties obtaining appropriate
materials to recreate the look of historic properties, and encouraged adding some
flexibility to allow owners to use altematives.
Peg Pinard, San Luis Obispo, spokeabouther concerns regarding third party complaints,
and about her concerns regarding the post cards that were sent to the residents.
Mayor Romero closed the public hearing.
Council recessed at 9:19 p.m. and reconvened at 9:31 p.m. with all Council members
present.
Council discussion ensued, during which they reviewed the Guidelines page by page.
ACTION: By consensus, Council provided direction to staff regarding edits to the
Historic Preservation Program Guidelines and to make the proposed Historic
Preservation Ordinance and Guidelines available for public review on October 19i"
Council directed staff to return on November 9t'for the introduction of the Historic
Preservation ordinance and final review of Historic Preservation Program Guidelines.
2. HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION'S RECOMMENDED PRIORITIES FOR
THE 2011 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT(CDBG) AND
GRANTS-IN-AID (GIA) PROGRAMS.
Community Development Deputy Director Murry presented the agenda report.
Mayor Romero opened the public hearing.
Steven Fernandez, San Luis Obispo, not present.
Mayor Romero closed the public hearing.
ACTION: Moved by Settle/Carterto approve; motion carried 5:0.
3. SLO TRANSIT FARE.MODIFICATIONS.
Deputy Director of Public Works Bochum presented the agenda report. Mr Bochum and
Transit Manager Webster responded to Council questions and comments.
Mayor Romero opened the public hearing.
There was no public comment.
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Mayor Romero closed the public hearing.
Council Member Settle stated his opposition to the staff recommendation as it.was
setting the stage for more fare increases in the future.
ACTION: Moved by Ashbaugh/Marx to adopt Resolution No. 10223 (2010 Series);
motion carried 4:1 (Settle opposed).
BUSINESS ITEMS
4. REQUEST TO AMEND THE AFFORDABLE HOUSING PLAN APPROVED
FOR THE ROCKVIEW CLOSE PROJECT TO FACILITATE ITS COMPLETION
(3301 ROCKVIEW: PD 155-02).
Community Development Director Mandeville presented the agenda report and
responded to Council questions and comments.
Public Comments
There was no public comment
–end of public comments—
Council members expressed their support of seeing this project move toward completion,
and commended staff for their hard work.
ACTION: Moved by AshbauQh/Settle to adopt Resolution No. 10224 (2010 Series);
motion carried 5:0.
COUNCIL LIAISON REPORTS
Council Member Marx reported on her attendance at the Air Pollution Control District
meeting; attendance at a joint meeting of the Los Angeles–San Diego–San Luis
Obispo (LOSSAN) Rail Corridor Agency Joint Powers Board and The Coast Rail
Coordinating Council Policy Committee.
Mayor Romero gave a follow up report on attendance at the League of California Cites
Conference, and at a Stormwater Management Session; the Mayors Meeting and its
consideration of Proposition 22; and the SCLC helping to orient the over 3000 freshmen
now on campus.
COMMUNICATIONS
Council Member Marx reported on her attendance at the dedication of seven heritage
trees at CalTrans; the dedication of the Hampian Hockey Rink; and spoke about
SLOCOG's forthcoming consideration of Measure H.
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Vice Mayor Carter reported on SLO Night VV'dh Your Neighbors.
Council Member Ashbaugh reported on SLO Night With Your Neighbors; the Utility Box
Art Festival; Sunset Magazine's Savor the Central Coast event; and the Parade Magazine
article featuring the City of San Luis Obispo.
.Mayor Romero spoke about Downtown Association's involvement with the Sociable City
program.
There being no further business to come before the City Council, Mayor Romero
adjourned the meeting at 11:41 p.m.
Elaina Cano, CMC
City Clerk
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MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2010
990 PALM STREET
SAN LUIS OBISPO, CALIFORNIA
4:00 P.M. —SPECIAL MEETING—COUNCIL CHAMBER
ROLL CALL:
Council Members
Present: Council Members John Ashbaugh, Jan Howell Marx,Allen K. Settle, Vice
Mayor Andrew Carter, and Mayor Dave Romero
City Staff
Present: Katie Lichtig, City Manager, Christine Dietrick, City Attorney, Michael
Codron, Acting Assistant City Manager, and Elaina Cano, City Clerk, were
present at Roll Call. Other staff members presented reports or responded
to questions as indicated in the minutes.
BUSINESS ITEM
1. 2009 ANNUAL TRAFFIC SAFETY REPORT.
Director of Public Works Walter introduced this item, following which Traffic Operations
Manager Hudson, Police Captain Parkinson and Deouty Director of Public Works
Bochum presented the agenda report and responded to questions.
Public Comments
Geof Bard, San Luis Obispo, spoke about his concerns to improve bicycle safety, and
commended the local bicycle community and public safety personnel.
--end of public comments
Council Member Ashbaugh spoke of his concerns regarding the increase in bicycling
accidents, and suggested considering a bicycle-licensing program. Police Captain
Parkinson stated that the Police Department was working on such a program.
Council Member Marx congratulated staff on the improvements in traffic safety, and
spoke about the need for communication with the bicycling community, with regard to
wearing helmets, and the bicycle safety trail "missing link".
Mayor Romero commended staff for their hard work, and asked for staff to clarify the
current standing of the bicycle safety trail "missing link". Public Works Director Walter
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stated that the City had been working with Union Pacific on an agreement since
February 2010 for preemption work to modified traffic signals at the railroad crossing.
Vice Mayor Carter commended staff and spoke about his concerns regarding cyclists
not wearing helmets, and suggested looking into a helmet law.
ACTION: Council received and discussed the 2009 Annual Traffic Safety Report and
associated mitigation strategies.
ADJOURN TO CLOSED SESSION 4:50 P.M.
5:00 P.M.—CLOSED SESSION—COUNCIL HEARING ROOM
ANNOUNCEMENT OF CLOSED SESSION TOPIC
City Attorney Dietrick announced the following Closed Session topics:
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL—Anticipated Litigation
Pursuant to Government Code § 54956.9 (c)
One (1) potential case
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL— Existing Litigation
Pursuant to Government Code § 54956.9
Pacific Mechanical Corp. v. City of San Luis Obispo
PUBLIC COMMENT ON CLOSED SESSION ITEM
Mayor Romero called for public comments. None were forthcoming and the meeting
adjourned to the Closed Session.
CLOSED SESSION REPORT
City Attorney Dietrick reported on the Closed Session at the commencement of the 7:00
p.m. Regular Meeting.
The Closed Session adioumed at 6:14 p.m.
Adjourn to Regular Meeting.
7:00 p.m.— REGULAR MEETING—COUNCIL CHAMBER
Mayor Romero called the regular meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. All Council Members
were present.
CLOSED SESSION REPORT
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City Attorney Dietric k reported that Council met in Closed Session to discuss anticipated
litigation for which Council provided direction to staff, and existing litigation as indicated
above, for which Council provided general strategic direction. No further reportable action
was taken.
PRESENTATIONS
Mayor Romero presented a proclamation to 2011 Poet Laureate, Bonnie Young.
Mayor Romero presented Fire Inspector John Madden a proclamation in honor of his 20
years of service and retirement from the City of San Luis Obispo.
Mayor Romero presented a proclamation for World Polio Day to Ed Naretto, Craig Damell.
and Jeff Buckingham, presidents of three San Luis Obispo Rotary Clubs.
Tim Mahonev, Southern California Gas Company, gave a presentation on Southern
California Gas Company facilities within the City and responded to Council questions.
Dave Mullinax, League of California Cities, gave a presentation on Proposition 22 and
responded to Council questions.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Paul Boniour, San Luis Obispo, spoke about his concerns regarding the outflow of
Laguna Lake.
By consensus Council agreed to hear public comment not to exceed-2 minutes per
speaker.
James Amdt, San Luis Obispo, President, Summer Hills Garden Homeowners Assoc.,
spoke about his concerns regarding slurry sealing on Bluebell Way. Submitted
documentation on file in the City Cleric's office.
Rick Lewis, San Luis Obispo, spoke about his concerns regarding local arborists and
homelessness.
Dave Garth, CEO and President, San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce, spoke about
a newly released book 'Thrive' that featured the City of San Luis Obispo among the
happiest places on earth.
Kathy Smith, San Luis Obispo, expressed her gratitude to City staff during the election.
Chad Bunn, Cal Poly, announced that the Cal Poly Journalism class was in attendance
and writing an article regarding the City's budget process.
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Don Hedrick, San Luis Obispo, spoke about his concerns regarding the 2-minute limit on
public comments.
Jody Frey, San Luis Obispo, spoke in opposition to the current smoking ban.
The following citizens spoke about their concerns regarding the proposed Historic
Preservation Ordinance and Guidelines:
Dan Carpenter, San Luis Obispo.
Mike Baumberger, Los Osos.
Paul Rys, San Luis Obispo.
Rochelle Johnson, San Luis Obispo.
Stacy Edmonds, San Luis Obispo.
The following citizens spoke in support of Measure H:
Geof Bard, San Luis Obispo.
Mila Vuiovich-LaBarre, San Luis Obispo.
Daniela Amon, San Luis Obispo, also spoke in opposition to Prop. 23.
The following citizens spoke in opposition to Measure H:
John Ewan, San Luis Obispo.
Ken Schwartz, San Luis Obispo.
John Spatafore, San Luis Obispo.
Andrea Miller, San Luis Obispo.
CONSENT AGENDA
Council Member Marc stated that due to a conflict of interest, she would not vote on Item
C4.
By consensus, Council agreed to pull C2 for further discussion.
Public Comment
Paul Brown, San Luis Obispo, spoke in support of Item C2.
ACTION: Moved by Settle/Ashbaugh to approve the consent agenda as amended, as
indicated below; motion carried 5:0.
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ACTION: Moved by Settle/Ashbaugh to waive oral reading and approve as modified;
motion carried 5:0.
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C2. NAMING OF THE CORPORATION YARD IN HONOR OF MAYOR DAVID F.
ROMERO.
ACTION: Moved by Carter/Settle to adopt Resolution No. 10225 (2010 Series)
renaming the City's Corporation Yard the "David F. Romero Corporation Yard" in honor
of Mayor David Romero's contributions to the City of San Luis Obispo during his tenure
with the City; motion carried 5:0.
C3. CONCESSIONAIRE AGREEMENT WITH ACHIEVEMENT HOUSE, INC.
ACTION: Moved by Settle/Ashbaugh to approve an Amended and Restated
Agreement with the Achievement House, Inc. to provide a food and beverage
concessionaire at Laguna Lake Golf Course; motion carried 5:0.
C4. ORDINANCE PRE-ZONING THE ORCUTT AREA (R 81-101.
ACTION: Moved by Settle/Ashbaugh to adopt Ordinance No. 1554 (2010 Series) to
Pre-Zone the Orcutt Area Specific Plan; motion carried 4:0, Marx abstained.
C5. TELECOMMUNICATIONS FACILITY LEASE AT SANTA ROSA PARK.
ACTION: Moved by Settle/Ashbaugh to adopt a Memorandum of Understanding
(MOU) with AT&T for the lease of Santa Rosa Park as a telecommunications facility;
motion carried 5:0.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
2. EXPENDITURE PLAN FOR.201041 CALIFORNIA SUPPLEMENTAL LAW
ENFORCEMENT SERVICES FUND.
Police Captain Staley presented the agenda report.
Mayor Romero opened the public hearing.
There was no public comment.
Mayor Romero closed the public hearing.
ACTION: Moved by Ashbaugh/Settle to adopt Resolution No. 10226 (2010 Series);
motion carried 5:0.
3. ADOPTION OF LATEST EDITIONS OF THE CONSTRUCTION, FIRE
PREVENTION AND GREEN BUILDING CODES.
Community Development.Director Mandeville introduced this item, following which Chief
Building Official Girvin presented the agenda report and responded to questions.
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Mayor Romero opened the public hearing.
There was no public comment.
Mayor Romero closed the public hearing.
Vice Mayor Carter spoke about a request received from Ms. Jenny Ferguson and spoke
in support of staffs recommendation regarding the rainwater harvesting.
Council Member Manx recommended the modification of language on page PH3-58
section (J) of the staff report, from "in conformance with"to "as recommended by".
Council spoke in support of language modification and commended staff..
ACTION: Moved by Settle/Carter to introduce Ordinance No. 1555 (2010 Series);
motion carried 5:0.
4. TOURISM BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT.
Principal-Administrative Analyst Elke presented the agenda report.
Mayor Romero opened the public hearing.
Pete Seridan, San Luis Obispo, stated that the world's first motel was in the City of San
Luis Obispo.
Mayor Romero closed the public hearing.
Council spoke in support of the TBID and commended the board's ongoing success.
ACTION: Moved by Ashbaugh/Marx to adopt Resolution No. 10227 (2010 Series);
motion carried 5:0.
Council recessed at 9:17 pm and reconvened at 9:29 pm with all members present.
5. REZONING OF PROPERTY AT 3750 BULLOCK LANE FROM
CONSERVATION/OPEN SPACE TO MEDIUM-HIGH DENSITY.RESIDENTIAL
(R-3) AND COMMUNITY COMMERCIAL (C-C) AS PART OF THE ORCUTT
AREA SPECIFIC PLAN (R 105-10. ER 81-10).
Community Development Director Mandeville presented the agenda report and
responded to questions.
Mayor Romero opened the public hearing.
There was no public comment.
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Mayor Romero closed the public hearing.
ACTION: Moved by Settle/Carter to introduce Ordinance No. 1556 (2010 Series);
motion carried 5:0.
BUSINESS ITEMS
6. GENERAL FUND FIVE YEAR FISCAL FORECAST: 2011-16: A ROADMAP
TO FINANCIAL SUSTAINABILITY.
City Manager Lichtig introduced this item, following which Acting Director of Finance &
Information Technology Bradley, Finance Manager Malicoat and Administrative Analyst
Messner presented the agenda report and responded to Council questions and
comments
Public Comments
Leslie Halls, San Luis Obispo, concerned about the $3 million gap, and recommended
instituting a two teir retirement system.
Steve Barasch. San Luis Obispo, spoke about his concerns regarding the overall budget.
—end of public comments—
Council Member Ashbaugh spoke in support of staffs analysis, and encouraged people
to bring forth ideas to help contain expenditures and improve revenue.
Council Member Settle spoke in support of staffs analysis as a good foundation to
begin the next budget cycle.
Vice Mayor Carter stated that the Council found the report as very sobering, and stated
that the City should go beyond closing the gap, in order to increase funding for CIP
projects, especially to fulfill the intent of Measure Y.
Council Member Manx spoke of the importance of preserving the priorities of the
residents. Ms. Manx agreed that the City should go beyond closing the gap, and
compare the City's financial situation 10 years previous. ,
Mayor Dave Romero stressed the difference between a forecast and a budget and
spoke about some of the outside factors that led the City to its current financial situation.
Mayor Romero thanked staff for their thorough work.
ACTION: Council reviewed and discussed the results of the General Fund Five Year
Fiscal Forecast for 2011-16.
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7. SEWERLINE REPLACEMENTS AT RAILROAD CROSSINGS,
SPECIFICATION NO. 91046.
Utilities Director Mattingly introduced this item, following which Utilities Proiect.Manager
Metz presented the agenda report and responded to questions.
Public Comments
There was no public comment.
—end of public comments—
Council Members Manx spoke to staff about maximizing any contact with Union Pacific
to try to make some progress on the issue of the Railroad Bicycle Safety Trail Project.
Council commended staff for their hard work.
ACTION: Moved by Ashbaugh/Settle to adopt Resolution No. 10228 (2010 Series);
motion carred 5:0.
COUNCIL LIAISON REPORTS
Council Member Manx reported on her attendance at the SLOCOG meeting and a Air
Pollution Control District subcommittee meeting.
Mayor Romero reported on his attendance at the Performing Arts Center meeting.
COMMUNICATIONS
Council Member Ashbaugh reported on his attendance at a meeting of the Central Coast
Natural History Association.
There being no further business to come before the City Council, Mayor Romero
adjourned the meeting at 11:02 p.m.
Elaina Cano, CMC
City Clerk
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