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DATE ITEM #
MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2011 - 7:00 P.M.
COUNCIL CHAMBER, 990 PALM STREET
SAN LUIS OBISPO, CALIFORNIA
ROLL CALL:
Council Members
Present: Council Members Dan Carpenter, Andrew Carter and Kathy Smith, Vice
Mayor John Ashbaugh, and Mayor Jan Marx
City Staff
Present: Katie Lichtig, City Manager, Christine Dietrick, City Attorney, Michael
Codron, 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.
PRESENTATIONS
Mayor Marx presented a proclamation to Morgen Marshall, Program Manager of
Rideshare, naming October as Rideshare Month.
Mayor Marx presented a proclamation to Mary Illingworth in honor of her humanitarian
work. Janice Fong, Director of Grants & Programs of SLO Community Foundation and
David Ruiz presented Ms. Illingworth with the "Isabel P. Ruiz Humanitarian Award" and
a check for $1,000.
Mayor Marx announced the continuation of Public Hearing Item 3 to the October 18tH
Council meeting.
BUSINESS ITEM 6
By consensus, Council agreed to bifurcate Business Item 6 and participate in the Brown
Act training provided by Attorney Molly Thurmond. Ms. Thurmond responded to Council
questions.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Ben Fine, San Luis Obispo, spoke about a recent article in the Tribune regarding public
perception.
Michael Gunther, San Luis Obispo, Chamber of Commerce Chair of the Board of
Directors introduced Courtney Kienow, Chamber of Commerce Government Affairs.
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Donald E. Hedrick, San Luis Obispo, spoke about the Brown Act.
Will Powers, San Luis Obispo, spoke about his concerns regarding wealthy corporations
and the recent agreement between the City and Chevron Corporation.
Kevin Rice, San Luis Obispo, spoke about the City's trash can regulations.
Kathy Smith and Jan Marx, San Luis Obispo, spoke about the upcoming 100 year
anniversary of Women's Right to Vote.
CONSENT AGENDA
Vice Mayor Ashbaugh requested to pull Item C7 for further discussion. City Manager
Lichtig stated that staff will also pull Item C5.
Public Comment:
Item C5
Gary Fowler, San Luis Obispo, spoke about his concerns regarding the cost of the
proposed parking structure.
Kevin Rice, San Luis Obispo, spoke in opposition of charging for parking on Sunday and
the cost of replacing signs in the proposed area. Mr. Rice requested the project be
deferred.
Item C7
Dan Caldon, San Luis Obispo, requested a denial of the final map approval for the
Lawrence Drive project and spoke in opposition to staffs recommendation.
Shawn McNabb, San Luis Obispo, spoke in opposition of staffs recommendation and
requested a denial of the approval of the final map.
Marshall Ochilski, Project Representative, San Luis Obispo, spoke in support of the staffs
recommendation.
Lenny Grant, Arroyo Grande, Principle Architect for RRM, spoke in support of staffs
recommendation.
Bill Isaman, San Luis Obispo, spoke in support of the staffs recommendation.
Item C3
Jerry Rioux, Affordable Housinq Trust Fund, spoke in support of staffs recommendation.
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C1. MINUTES.
ACTION: Moved by Ashbaugh/Smith to waive oral reading and approve as presented;
motion carried 5:0.
C2. REMOVAL OF AN AFFORDABLE HOUSING DEED RESTRICTION FOR CITY-
OWNED PROPERTY LOCATED AT 3591 SACRAMENTO DRIVE, #53.
ACTION: Moved by Ashbaugh/Smith to adopt Resolution No. 10302 (2011 Series) to
authorize the removal of an affordable housing deed restriction for City-owned property
located at 3591 Sacramento Drive, #53; motion carried 5:0.
C3. AFFORDABLE HOUSING AWARD FOR THE SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY
HOUSING TRUST FUND.
ACTION: Moved by Ashbaugh/Smith to adopt Resolution No. 10303 (2011 Series)
approving an Affordable Housing Fund award in the amount of$30,000 for the San Luis
Obispo County Housing Trust Fund; motion carried 5:0.
C4. GIFT OF JACK HOUSE PAPERS TO CAL POLY FOR CONTINUED
PRESERVATION AND PUBLICATION.
ACTION: Moved by Ashbaugh/Smith, as recommended by the Jack House Committee.
and the Parks and Recreation Commission, to authorize the transfer of ownership of the
Jack House papers currently on file at the Cal Poly Kennedy Library at Cal Poly State
University; motion carried 5:0.
C5. DOWNTOWN PARKING SIGN REPLACEMENTS.
Public Works Director Walter and Parking Services Manager Horch provided Council
additional information regarding the differences in cost from the prior estimate and the
current staff recommendation and responded to Council questions and concerns.
Council discussion ensued during which they discussed the scope and cost of the
project, available staffing resources, Sunday parking fees, proposed Palm-Nipomo
parking garage and communication between staff and Council.
Council Member Carpenter spoke about his concerns regarding the increased cost for
the sign replacements and requested to defer the project until additional resources were
available.
Council Member Smith spoke about her concerns for the increased costs and requested
to defer the Sunday parking fees.
ACTION: Moved by Ashbaugh/Carter to: 1) Approve a new Capital Improvement
Project (CIP) for replacement of downtown parking enforcement signs; 2) Approve the
transfer of$102,500 from the Parking Fund completed projects account to the new
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parking enforcement signs replacement project; 3) Approve the plans and specifications
for the Downtown Parking Sign Replacement Project, Specification No. 91139; and 4)
Authorize staff to advertise for bids and authorize the City Manager to award the
contract if the lowest responsible bid for the Downtown Parking Sign Replacement
Project is within the Engineer's Estimate of$82,000; motion carried 3:2,
Carpenter/Smith opposed.
C6. TRANSIT VEHICLE PROCUREMENT AGREEMENT WITH ROCHESTER -
GENESEE REGIONAL TRANSIT AUTHORITY.
ACTION: Moved by Ashbaugh/Smith to: 1) Authorize the City Manager or her
designee to execute an agreement with Rochester-Genesee Regional Transit Authority
for the purchase of one 40-foot Low Floor diesel transit coach from Gillig Corporation;
and 2) Authorize the Finance Director to award Purchase Orders for vehicle acquisition
if costs are within the budgeted amounts; motion carried 5:0.
C7. APPROVAL OF THE FINAL MAP AND ACCEPTANCE OF SUBDIVISION
IMPROVEMENTS FOR TRACT 2990 (FORMERLY TRACT 2723), 300
LAWRENCE (TR 77-07).
Vice Mayor Ashbaugh suggested modifications to Resolution No. 10305. Natural
Resources Manager Havlik responded to Mr. Ashbaugh's questions and concerns.
ACTION: Moved by Ashbaugh/Smith to: 1) Adopt Resolution No. 10304 (2011 Series)
approving the Final Map for Tract 2990 (formerly Tract 2723), 300 Lawrence,
authorizing the Community Development Director to approve Parcel Map SLO AL 08-
0008, and authorizing the Mayor to execute the Subdivision Agreement and Private
Biological Open Space Easement Agreement on behalf of the City; and 2) Adopt
Resolution.No. 10305 (2011 Series) accepting the public improvements and certifying
completion of the required private subdivision improvements for Tract 2990 (formerly
Tract 2723), 300 Lawrence, with direction to amend the subdivision agreement Exhibit 1
to include five toyon trees by December 31, 2011; motion carried 5:0.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. CONSIDERATION OF THE HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION'S
RECOMMENDED PRIORITIES FOR THE 2012 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) AND GRANTS-IN-AID (GIA) PROGRAMS.
Acting Community Development Director Murry introduced this item, following which
Housinq Programs Manager Corey presented the agenda report.
Mayor Marx opened the public hearing.
Pearl Munak, Transitional Food and Shelter, expressed her appreciation for CDBG funds
received.
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Laura Mohaier, Executive Director, Alliance for Pharmacutical Access, expressed her
appreciation for the GIA funds received.
Mayor Marx closed the public hearing.
ACTION: Moved by Smith/Carpenter, as recommended by the Human Relations
Commission, to approve Community Development Block Grant and Grants-In-Aid
funding priorities for 2012; motion carried 5:0.
2. LOS OSOS VALLEY ROAD/US 101 INTERCHANGE PROJECT UPDATE AND
FINAL COMMENTS ON THE DRAFT PROJECT REPORT.
Director of Public Works Walter introduced this item, following which Deputy Director of
Public Works Bochum presented the agenda report and responded to Council
questions.
Mayor Marx opened the public hearing.
Sarah Flickinger, San Luis Obispo, President of the Los Verdes Park Homeowner
Association, spoke about her concerns regarding the project, safety and environmental
impacts, noise and air pollution and outreach to residents. Ms. Flickinger spoke in favor
of bypass option two mentioned in a prior report.
Clint Pearce, Madonna Enterprises, spoke in support of staffs recommendation.
Courtney Kienow, Chamber of Commerce, spoke in support of staffs recommendation.
Mr. Goo requested additional time to speak on behalf of other speakers. By consensus,
Council, denied his request.
Darrell Goo, San Luis Obispo, spoke in support of a project that is beneficial to residents
of Los Verdes Park as well as the community. Mr: Goo also spoke about his concerns
regarding staffs recommendation and outreach to residents and provided Council a
written statement.
Linda Goo, San Luis Obispo, submitted a speaker card but did not speak.
Linda Mendoza, San Luis Obispo, submitted a speaker card but did not speak.
Len Kawamoto, San Luis Obispo, submitted a speaker card but did not speak.
John Polk, submitted a speaker card but did not speak.
Vicente Del Rio, San Luis Obispo, requested that the Council not endorse the
Environmental Impact Report and stated his concerns regarding the project.
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Mayor Marx closed the public hearing.
Council discussion ensued during which they discussed issues pertaining to: noise,
access points, bypass and interchange, design and traffic management and continued
communication between staff and residents.
ACTION: Moved by Carpenter/Ashbaugh to: 1) Receive a report regarding the
Caltrans approved Final Environmental Document and Project Report and for the Los
Osos Valley Road (LOVR) Interchange Project; 2) Endorse Caltrans' approval of the
Project Report and Environmental document; and 3) Direct staff to continue to work with
residents in the Los Verdes Park I and II to address local concerns regarding the Project
and consider incorporation of design and traffic features, consistent with Caltrans
environmental and project approvals, into the final project design; motion carried 5:0.
3. UPDATE TO SEWER USE ORDINANCE AND INDUSTRIAL DISCHARGE
LIMITS.
This item was continued to the October 18, 2011, Council meeting and therefore not
heard at this meeting.
4. APPROVE A FRANCHISE AGREEMENT WITH CONOCOPHILLIPS PIPELINE
COMPANY FOR PROPRIETARY PIPELINES LOCATED WITHIN CITY
RIGHTS-OF-WAY.
Assistant.City Manager Codron introduced this item and presented the agenda report
and responded to Council questions.
Mayor Marx opened the public hearing.
There was no public comment.
Mayor Marx closed the public hearing.
ACTION: Moved by Carter/Ashbaugh to introduce Ordinance No. 1569 (2011 Series)
to approve a franchise agreement with ConocoPhillips for proprietary pipelines located
in the City rights-of-way; motion carried 5`.0.
BUSINESS ITEMS
5. ANNUAL REPORT FOR THE TOURISM BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT
DISTRICT.
Principal Administrative Analyst Elke and Chair for the Tourism Business Improvement
District Board Tim Billing presented the agenda report and responded to Council
questions.
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Public Comments
There was no public comment.
--end of public comments—
ACTION: Moved by Ashbaugh/Smith to: 1) Receive and approve the Tourism
Business Improvement District (TBID) Board's annual report; and 2) Adopt Resolution
No. 10306 (2011 Series), a resolution of intention, to levy and collect assessments
within the TBID area in fiscal year 2011-12 at the same rate as in fiscal year 2010-11;
motion carried 5:0.
6. CITY COUNCIL POLICIES AND PROCEDURES MANUAL.
City Manager Lichtig and City Attorney Dietrick presented the agenda report and
responded to Council questions.
Public Comments
Kevin Rice, San Luis Obispo, suggested having additional technology and equipment
available to the public while in the Council Chamber.
—end of public comments—
Council discussion ensued during which they discussed changes in technology,
Advisory Body recruitment, and the Red File process. Due to the lateness of the hour,
Council voted to continue this item to a Special Meeting for further discussion and
direction.
ACTION Moved by Carter/Smith to continue this item to a Special Council Meeting;
motion carried 3:2, Carpenter/Ashbaugh opposed.
COUNCIL LIAISON REPORTS
None.
COMMUNICATIONS
Mayor Marx, Vice Mayor Ashbaugh and Council Members Carter and Smith individually
disclosed their attendance at the League of California Cities Conference at the City's
expense, held in San Francisco on Wednesday, September 21, 2011.
There being no further business to come before the City Council, Mayor Marx adjourned
the meeting at 11:55 p.m.
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Elaina Cano, CMC
City Clerk
APPROVED BY COUNCIL: xx/xx/11
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MINUTES
MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2011
COUNCIL CHAMBER, 990 PALM STREET
SAN LUIS OBISPO, CALIFORNIA
5:00 P.M. —SPECIAL MEETING — COUNCIL HEARING ROOM
ROLL CALL:
Council Members
Present: Council Members Dan Carpenter, Andrew Carter and Kathy Smith and
Mayor Jan Marx
Vice Mayor John Ashbaugh recused himself from the discussion regarding
San Luis Obispo Court Street, LLC, due to a conflict of interest and was
seated at 6:00 p.m.
City Staff
Present: Katie Lichtig, City Manager, Christine Dietrick, City Attorney, Michael
Codron, 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.
ANNOUNCEMENT OF CLOSED SESSION TOPICS
City Attorney Dietrick announced the following Closed Session topics.
CONFERENCE REGARDING PROPERTY NEGOTIATIONS
Pursuant to Government Code § 54956.8
Property: APN's 002-416-034 and 002-416-029
Negotiating Parties:
City of San Luis Obispo: Katie Lichtig, Michael Codron, J.
Christine Dietrick, Claire Clark
San Luis Obispo Court Street, LLC
(aka San Luis Obispo Chinatown, LLC): Tom Copeland, Suzanne Fryer, Mark
Rawson
Negotiations: Direction as to terms of payment on
Option to Purchase Real Property
Agreement
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL—Anticipated Litigation
Pursuant to Government Code § 54956.9(b)
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One (1) potential action against the City challenging the State of California Department
of Transportation's environmental determination regarding the Los Osos Valley
Road/U.S. 101 Interchange Improvement Project
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL—Existing Litigation
Pursuant to Govemment Code § 54956.9 (a)
Pacific Mechanical Corp. v. City of San Luis Obispo
San Luis Obispo Superior Court Case No. CV100030
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL— Existing Litigation
Pursuant to Government Code § 54956.9 (a)
Donald Sipple v The City of Alameda, et al.
Los Angeles Superior Court Case No. BC462270
PUBLIC COMMENT ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
Mayor Marx called for public comments. None were forthcoming and the meeting
adjourned to the Closed Session.
CLOSED SESSION REPORT
City Attorney Dietdck reported on the Closed Session at the commencement of the 7:00
p.m. Regular Meeting.
The Closed Session adjourned at 6:50 p.m.
7:00 P.M. — REGULAR MEETING —COUNCIL CHAMBER
Mayor Manx called the regular meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. All Council Members were
present.
CLOSED SESSION REPORT
City Attorney Dietrick reported that Council met in Closed Session to discuss Property
Negotiations, Anticipated Litigation, and Existing Litigation as indicated above. No
reportable action was taken.
PRESENTATIONS
Mayor Marx presented proclamations to Police Officers Brent Inglehart and Eric Lincoln in
recognition of their heroic actions resulting in the arrest of a homicide suspect.
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PUBLIC COMMENT
Kevin Rice, San Luis Obispo, spoke about his concerns regarding the cost for the new
parking signs in the Downtown area.
Victoria Carranza, San Luis Obispo, Moving Planet, spoke about the International Day of
Action.
Donald E. Hedrick, San Luis Obispo, spoke about the Brown Act, Robert's Rule of Order
and Council meeting management. Mr. Hedrick also spoke about his concerns regarding
the signs on Sacramento Drive.
Gary Fowler, San Luis Obispo, thanked the Public Works Department for the paving
projects. Mr. Fowler also spoke of his concerns regarding the new parking fees, the cost
of implementing new parking signs and the construction of the Palm-Nipomo parking
structure.
Jody Frey, San Luis Obispo, spoke about Mayor Marx's participation in the Measure J
campaign and suggested she not participate in any Copeland's LLC projects. Ms. Frey
also spoke in support of the City's police and fire staff.
Mayor Marx stated that due to her First Amendment rights, she legally participated in the
No on Measure J campaign.
Stew Jenkins, San Luis Obispo, spoke about his concerns regarding the cost for the new
parking signs in the Downtown.
Will Powers, San Luis Obispo, spoke about his concerns regarding the appeal
procedures and the recruitment of the new Police Chief.
CONSENT AGENDA
Public Comment:
There was no public comment.
C1. MINUTES.
ACTION: Moved by Ashbaugh/Carter to waive oral reading and approve as presented;
motion carried 5:0.
C2. MODIFICATION OF COMPENSATION FOR COUNCIL-MEMBER DAN
CARPENTER FOR HIS CURRENT TERM OF OFFICE.
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ACTION: Moved by Ashbaugh/Carter to adopt Resolution No. 10307 (2011 Series)
modifying the compensation of Council Member Dan Carpenter from $8,600 to $10,200,
effective October 27, 2011, through the remainder of his term; motion carried 5:0.
C3. ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1569, GRANTING CONOCOPHILLIPS
PIPELINE COMPANY A FRANCHISE TO CONSTRUCT, OPERATE, AND
MAINTAIN PROPRIETARY PIPELINES FOR THE TRANSPORTATION OF
OIL, AND OTHER SPECIFIED MATERIALS IN THE CITY OF SAN_ LUIS
OBISPO.
ACTION: Moved by Ashbaugh/Carterto adopt Ordinance No. 1569 (2011 Series) to
renew an existing franchise agreement with ConocoPhillips, purusant to the provisions
of Article X of the San Luis Obispo City Charter, Article XI, Section 9(b) of the California
Constitution, and Section 39732(b) of the California Government Code; motion carried
5:0.
C4. DONATION ACCEPTANCE—SOUND OFF SIGNAL.
ACTION: Moved by Ashbaugh/Carter to accept a donation of emergency response
equipment for a police patrol vehicle from Sound Off Signal for a value of less than
$10,000; motion carried 5:0.
C5. GRAND AVENUE/HIGHWAY 101 TRAFFIC SIGNAL INSTALLATION,
SPECIFICATION NO. 90876.
ACTION: Moved by Ashbaugh/Carter to award a contract to Lee Wilson Electric in the
amount of$229,130.40 for the Grand Avenue/Highway 101 Traffic Signal Installation
Project, Specification No. 90876; motion carried 5:0.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. APPEAL OF TREE COMMITTEE DECISION TO DENY TREE REMOVAL
APPLICATION AT 1284 ELLA STREET.
Council Member Carpenter stated that he lives more than 500 feet and would
participate in the Public Hearing.
City Attorney Dietrick asked Council to report any ex parte communications with the
appellants. Mayor Marx and all Council Members reported that they did not have any ex
parte communications with the appellants.
City Engineer Lynch introduced this item, following which City Arborist Combs
presented the agenda report and responded to Council questions.
Mayor Marx opened the public hearing.
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Linda Blonsley, Arroyo Grande, owners of 1284 Ella Street, spoke in opposition to staffs
recommendation.
Matt Ritter, Chair of the Tree Committee, explained the Tree Committee's purvue
regarding requests for tree removal, spoke in support of staffs recommendation and
responded to Council questions.
Mayor Marx closed the public hearing.
Council Member Carpenter and Council Member Smith spoke in opposition to staffs
recommendation due to safety concerns and undue hardship to the applicants.
ACTION: Moved by Carter/Ashbaugh to adopt Resolution No. 10308 (2011 Series)
denying the appeal of the Tree Committee's decision to not allow the removal of a pine
tree at 1284 Ella Street; motion carried 3:2, Carpenter/Smith opposed.
2. ANNUAL PUBLIC HEARING FOR THE TOURISM BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT
DISTRICT.
Principal Administrative Analyst Elke presented the agenda report and responded to
Council questions. Ms. Elke reported that there were no written protests received.
Mayor Marx opened the public hearing.
There were no public comments or written protests received.
Mayor Marx closed the public hearing.
ACTION: Moved by Ashbaugh/Carter to: 1) Conduct a public hearing to receive
testimony regarding the City Council's intention to continue the citywide Tourism
Business Improvement District. 2) Determine whether a legally sufficient protest is
made. 3) Adopt Resolution No. 10309 (2011 Series) affirming the establishment of the
San Luis Obispo Tourism Business Improvement District, setting forth the basis for the
assessment, and levying the assessment upon hotels in the district for fiscal year 2011-
12 if a legally sufficient protest showing is not made; motion carried 5:0.
3. UPDATE TO SEWER USE ORDINANCE AND INDUSTRIAL DISCHARGE
LIMITS.
Utilities Director Mattingly introduced this item, following which Environmental Programs
Manager Floyd presented the agenda report.
Mayor Marx opened the public hearing.
There was no public comment.
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Mayor Marx closed the public hearing.
ACTION: Moved by Ashbaugh/Carter to introduce by title only, Ordinance No. 1570
(2011 Series) revising Chapter 13.08, Prohibited Discharges section of the Sewer Use
Ordinance of the Municipal Code; motion carried 5:0.
4. SAN LUIS GARBAGE COMPANY INTERIM YEAR SOLID WASTE RATE
ADJUSTMENT APPLICATION.
Utilities Director Mattingly introduced this item, following which Utilities Deputy Director
Horton presented the agenda report.
Mayor Marx opened the public hearing.
There were no public comments or additional written protests received.
Mayor Marx closed the public hearing.
ACTION: Moved by Carpenter/Smith to adopt Resolution No. 10310 (2011 Series)
increasing solid waste rates by 4.62% for interim year 2011 effective on November 1,
2011; provided there is not a majority protest against such increase; motion carried 5:0.
BUSINESS ITEMS
5. 2010 ANNUAL TRAFFIC SAFETY REPORT.
Public Works Director Walter and Police Chief Linden introduced this item, following
which Traffic Operations Manager Hudson presented the agenda report and responded
to Council questions.
Public Comments
Donald E. Hedrick, San Luis Obispo, spoke about his concerns regarding traffic issues on
Sacramento Drive.
—end of public comments—
Public Works Director Walter and Traffic Operations Manager Hudson
responded to Mr. Hedrick's concerns.
Council Member Carter recognized the International Institute of Traffic Engineers Public
Agency Achievement Award for Excellence in Traffic Safety presented to the Public
Works Department.
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ACTION: Council received and discussed the 2010 Annual Traffic Safety Report and
associated mitigation strategies.
Council recessed at 9:00 p.m. and reconvened at 9:12 p.m. with all Council members
present.
6. CITY WAYFINDING PROGRAM.
Senior Civil Engineer Fraser presented the agenda report and responded to Council
questions.
Pierre Rademaker, Pierre Rademaker Design and Debbie Rudd, RRM Design Group,
spoke about the City Wayfinding Program Signage System, differences in fonts,
materials , difference in wayfinding signs, the City emblem and responded to Council
questions.
Public Comments
Courtney Kienow, Chamber of Commerce, spoke in support of staffs recommendation.
—end of public comments—
Council discussion ensued during which they discussed the size of the Highland Drive/
Highway 1 monument sign , colors of the signs and posts, difference between the City
emblem and the City seal, additional funding options and the expectation of bringing the
Program to Council for approval at the plans and specifications phase for project
implementation.
Council Member Carter spoke about his support for the concept of the program
however, spoke in opposition to staffs recommendation regarding the monument sign
due to the size and the color of the signs.
ACTION: Moved by Ashbaugh/Carpenter to adopt Resolution No. 10311 (2011 Series)
approving a City Wayfinding Program including an updated City emblem; (4:1) Carter
opposed.
ACTION: Moved by Ashbaugh/Carpenter approving the conceptual plans for an entry
monument sign at the comer of Highland and Santa Rosa Street (Highway 1); (4:1)
Carter opposed.
ACTION: Moved by Carpenter/Ashbaugh to authorize the City Manager to implement
the City Wayfinding Program within approved budgets with an expectation to bring
Program to Council for approval at the plans and specifications phase for project
implementation;( 5:0).
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ACTION: Moved by Smith/Carter to approve a transfer of$50,000 from the Community
Promotions Operating budget for Contract Services to the Directional Sign Program
capital project's construction account to support construction costs associated with the
Directional Signage Program project; motion carried (5:0).
COUNCIL LIAISON REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS
Council Member Smith distributed a written report of her attendance at various meetings
and events. This report will be kept on file with the original agenda packet.
Vice Mayor Ashbaugh submitted his report prior to the Council meeting and is on file with
the original agenda packet.
Mayor Marx submitted her report prior to the Council meeting and is on file with the
original agenda packet. Ms. Marx announced that the Central Coast Agricultural Network
secured funding through a State grant.
Council Member Carter submitted his report prior to the Council Meeting and is on file
with the original agenda packet.
Mayor Marx announced that the ribbon cutting ceremony for the "Missing Link" bike path
will be held on October 19, 2011.
There being no further business to come before the City Council, Mayor Marx adjourned
the meeting at 10:53 p.m.
Elaina Cano, CMC
City Clerk
APPROVED BY COUNCIL: xx/xx/11
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