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HomeMy WebLinkAbout02/27/1989, C-2 - MEMBERSHIP DUES FOR THE ASSOCIATION OF CALIFORNIA CITIES ALLIED WITH PRISONS (A.C.C.A.P) city of San tuis OBlspo COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT FROM: Councilwoman Penny Rappa Prepared By: Pam Vo City Clerk SUBJECT: Membership Dues for the. Association of California Cities Allied With Prisons (A.C.C.A.P) CAO RECOMMENDATION: Approve request and authorize dues in the amount of $500.00 to come from A/C #0527-098-982 BACKGROUND: On Monday, January 9, 1989, the Council reviewed the By-laws of the Association of California Cities Allied with Prisons and indicated its support of the newly established association and its proposed by-laws provided that it did not duplicate or conflict with the League of California Cities activities in this regard. As you may remember, this Association has been formed to promote and encourage a better understanding of cities with prisons or cities considering prisons and to seek the reform of problems relating to prisons in cities. It hopes to also provide methods and means to coordinate and unify the activities of cities with prisons or cities considering prisons by using the combination of effort available through the Association acting as a common body. Annual membership dues in the amount of $500 are requested. Staff recommends that the City of San Luis Obispo join. Monies are available in the Ventures and Contingencies Account. FISCAL IMPACT: Annual dues of $500 would be charged to A/C #0527-098-982, Ventures and Contingencies. CONCURRENCES: City Administrative Officer, Finance Director, and City Clerk. RECOMMENDATION: Approve request and authorize dues in the amount of $500 to come from A/C #0527-098-982 Attachment: A.C.C.A.P. Statement PV:klc C� ASSOCIATION OF CALIFORNIA CITIES ALLIED WITH PRISONS (A.C.C.A.P.) S T A T E M E N T MembershipDues. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$500.00 Please make check payable to A.C.C.A.P. and remit, along with a completed copy of the attached application form, to: Gloria Rudolph, Secretary-Treasurer A.C.C.A.P. d o City Hall 50 Natoma St. Folsom, CA 95630 Thank you. j 402 f '� - APPLICATION FORM ASSOCIATION OF CALIFORNIA CITIES ALLIED WITH PRISONS (A.C.C.A.P.) 1. Name of city applying: San Luis Obispo 2. City contact person: Penny Rappa Title: Councilwoman Mailing Address: P.O. Box 8100 San Luis Obispo, California 93403-8100 Phone Number: 805/549-7111 FAX Number: 805/549-7109 3. Brief description of city: (Include location and population) San Luis Obispo is the County Seat and the home of California Polytechnic State University. It is located eight miles from the Pacific Ocean, midway between Los Angeles and San Francisco at the junction of Highway 101 and Highway One. Population: 39,200; Land Area: 9.5 sq. miles. 4. Description and location of facility: (Include size and type of prison) 5. If prison is in building stage, then indicate anticipated start-up date: ACCAP Membership Dues are $500.00 per city Enclosed is a check in the amount of $500.00 ��iuilllillll!ji1°"�Illili city of S&_0 MIS oB]Spo MEM®RAI&UM 990 Palm Street/Box 8100•San Luis Obispo,CA 93403.8100 TO City Council FROM Pam Voges( SUBJECT Urban Stream Restoration Program DATE Feb. 27, 1989 Letters of Support Please find attached letters of support regarding Consent Item 411, URBAN STREAM RESTORATION PROGRAM on today's agenda. The letters were received at 10:00 a.m. this morning. Thank you. PV:bja Attachments AGENDA D/1i� FEB27 '88 ffW / �1 GIY� THE CALIFORNIA NATIVE PLANT SOCIETY *Denotes action by Lead Person. Respond by: re.no OP.-aty Atty. P. O. Box 784 taelerk_orig• San Luis Obispo, CA 93406 2;-rh•rN0f-r1x1• 23 February 1989. Cd-T T -xf Department of Water Resources' State of California Sacramento, California The Board of the San Luis Obispo Chapter of the California Native Plant Society is pleased to take this opportunity to endorse the Urban Streams Restoration Grant which is being submitted by the Environmental Center of San Luis Obispo (ECOSLO) . The need exists at all levels in our communities for educational programs which focus on the ecology and viability of our streams . As an example, the section of San Luis Creek which runs through Mission Plaza in the heart of San Luis Obispo is considered a beautiful asset because of its contribution to the quality of life here. However, what happens upstream and/or downstream from this focal point is not a part of "the whole picture" for most residents . This grant reflects the kinds of activities that ECOSLO has proven over the years that it does well . They are capable of developing educational programs for community groups and the general public. In addition, they have the ability to organize volunteer participatory activities . We strongly support the efforts made by ECOSLO and believe that the Department of Water Resources, in funding the ECOSLO Urban Streams Restoration grant proposal , would be making a valuable contribution to our communities. Sincerely, (4La � L• da D. Chipping Chapter President RECEIVE ® FEB 2 7 99 OTY CLERK SAN LUtc— CA 4�rr , DEDICATED TO THE. PRESERVATION OF CALIFORNIA NATIVE FLORA �,l e on planctEdi-th %post Oecc 5ox 17.3 Paso /Zob&s, Ca§6mia 939f T- aL ,!l,U✓�LOZ�✓Lc.�.�, �2 �-� /�-��d J��.,�:, /moi � �✓e �-t.,t-�'- ,� ,�. ,(tea-ted .�/Q��.,� '��-t:t Jot,,, ' Central Coast Salmon Enhancement, Inc. A Non-Profit Corporation Fish for Everyone February 13, 1989 P.O. Box 1348 Arroyo Grande, CA 93420 �•. California State Department of Water Resources Attn: Stream Restoration Program Manager 1416 Ninth Street Sacramento, CA 95814 Dear Sirs, This letter is intended to offer support and encouragement towards awarding funds to the ECOSLO grant proposal, "Urban Streams Restoration Program." San Luis Obispo Creek is in urgent need of restoration. The deterioration the creek has experienced over the previous forty-plus years has reduced the native Steelhead trout population to critical levels. At present, not a single Steelhead has been reported by fishermen since the creek fishing season opened in November 1988. Fish were seen last year and may stili arrive this year or they may skip a year, as can happen with Steelhead, and return in the Fall of 1990. Reasons for the endangering threat on the native trout, and other indigenous species, and initial steps towards their recovery are outlined in the proposal submitted by ECOSLO. What is not discussed in the proposal is the significance of this specific population of Steelhead. San Luis Obispo Creek represents the most southern distribution of an established population of Steelhead trout on the Pacific West Coast, although at one time distribution ranged beyond the Mexican border. If restoration of any watershed south of San Luis Obispo Creek is ever to be considered, it will likely depend on a source of Steelhead able to tolerate the warm waters of the southern climate. This remnant tolerance for warm water is contained in the genetic make-up of the San Luis Creek fish, which will be lost from existence if immediate measures are not made to restore their habitat. f `I February 13, 1989 - 2 - A nucleus of concerned organizations has been formed to deal with restoration issues. A report detailing many problems with the creek has been completed and it is now time to begin planning the resolution of said problems. It is without hesitance that all of the involved programs agree on the significance of educating the public. Our program has begun to implement the Salmon Trout Education Program (STEP), a popular program in Oregon and northern California, into the local education system. The success of this curriculum is strongly associated with hands-on, local issues that can be brought into the classroom. The ECOSLO grant proposal will provide exactly what the curriculum requires as well as providing for educating other age/interest groups. Our program has made presentations to several organizations in the area such as Kiwanis, Retired Officers Association, and Commercial Fishermen Organization, with many more planned. It is from our experience that we can insure that local interest is escalating with a demand for programs that describe what the problems are and how these groups can help. Again, the ECOSLO grant proposal fulfills this need perfectly. Nobody wants to deliberately destroy the indigenous life, the aesthetic qualities, or the educational opportunities of the San Luis Creek watershed. But the lack of education, planning, and enforcement has lead to the critical condition which presently prevails. Our program has dedicated itself to the preservation of these resources and it is of our opinion that the ECOSLO grant proposal will play a necessary role in meeting this goal. We are proud that they have taken such initiative. Sincerely, ar' � Jay Elder President, Board of Directors (805) 773-3316 LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS OF SAN L U I S O B I S P O , CALIFORNIA POST OFFICE BOX 4210• SAN LUIS OBISPO, CALIFORNIA 93403 February 10, 1939 TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: The League of Women Voters of San Luis Obispo understands that ECOSLO is applying to the Department of Water Resources for an Urban Streams Restoration Grant. The board of directors of this League would like to voice our endorsement of this expansion toward work with riparian issues and encourage you to support ECOSLO in securing this grant. Adele Stern, President League of Women Voters of San Luis Obispo df Tres Condados Girl Scout Council, Inc. Mailing Address 1600 Anacapa Street P.O. Box 30187 564-4848 Santa Barbara.CA 93130-0187 GIRL SCOM February 23, 1989 State Department of Water Resources Dear Sir/Madam: Tres Condados Girl Scout Council would like to offer support for the Urban Streams Restoration Program as proposed by ECOSLO. Girl Scouts have always been actively involved in community service projects. This restoration program would both educate our membership on creek system ecology and offer yet another opportunity to give worthwhile service. We have over one thousand girl and adult members in San Luis Obispo County, many of whom would find the program of value. Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely., Susan B. Lovitch Program Services/Adult Development Director Tres Condados Girl Scout Council, Inc. SBL/crs SERVING THE COUNTIES OF VENTURA • SANTA BARBARA • SAN LUIS OBISPO ai ..n..,a,....., C' L POLY CALIFORNIA 1'l,l.V IECHNIC `I'A'I'C C.INIVER311Y SAN 1_1-i5 OmsrO, CA II1407 S1II00I. OF ARi II11IT 1 BI'. ANI, ENVIRONMEN'I'AI. I FMLN pVl`il 75(,-1 t:1 February 23, 1989 California State Department of Water Resources RE: Urban Streams Application by Environmental Center of San Luis Obispo Over the many years of its operation, ECOSLO has proved its commitment to improving the environment of the city and the county. Always staffed by competent and concerned people, the center has provided leadership and inspiration to the community at large. The present recycling efforts in San Luis Obispo are certainly due in large part .to the activities of ECOSLO over the years. Their proposal to increase their involvement in issues dealing with our precious creeks is entirely appropriate. Not only do they serve the public and have a good rapport with the citizens of our area, but they also have the background necessary to deal with the more technical issues. And as always, ECOSLO can give us much for the money as the staff time is multiplied by volunteer commitment. Granting this application would serve the community and the creeks well . I urge you to give the proposal very serious consideration and, of course, to approve it. Thank you. Sincerellcy, v Polly Cooper i �_L V SIERRA CLUB. SANTA LUCIA CHAPTFR P. O. Box 15755, San Luis Obispo, CA. 93406 February 23, 1989 Director Department of Water Resources State of California 1416 .9th Street #1115 Sacramento, CA. 95814 Dear Director: Our Chapter of the Sierra Club, with some 1700 members in San Luis Obispo County, is writing to express its support of the ECOSLO grant proposal under the Urban Streams Restoration Program. San Luis Obispo County has been the fastest growing county in the State in recent years. Rapid and sometimes poorly planned urban expansion has seriously degraded water quantity and quality and related riparian values of urban streams . There have been ad-hoc efforts to deal with this problem, but they have had limited success. We need an organization to provide county—wide information, education, project evaluation, and monitoring of on—going stream improvement work. ECOSLO is in an excellent position to provide such service to the residents of San Luis Obispo County. Since its inception, ECOSLO has acted as a information clearinghouse for those interested in protecting and improving the County' s urban streams . It has also coordinated and assisted other organizations with coordination of stream cleanup and riparian improvement projects. ECOSLO has a knowledgable and dedicated staff and it enjoys an excellent reputation throughout the county. We urge you to fund its grant proposal for an urban streams restoration program. If we can provide your office with additional information in regard to this matter please let us know. Sincerely, Bob Wilber, Chair Conservation Committee 100%RECYCLE 0 PAPER , • • TO elplore, enjoy. and project the nation*S scenic resources . . .