HomeMy WebLinkAbout03/19/1985City Council Minutes - Tuesday, March 19, 1985 - 7:00 p.m. Page 2
C -2 CLAIM AGAINST THE CITY - R. STOWE (File #189)
Claim against the City by Roy Richard Stowe in the amount of $442.84 for
damage to windshield allegedly caused by debris falling from city vehicle
was denied as recommended.
C -3 APPOINTMENTS THE CITIZENS' ADVISORY COMMITTEE (File #125)'
Veronica French, Ingrid Reti and Henry W. Rible, III were reappointed to
the Citizens' Advisory Committee for two -year terms expiring 3 -31 -87 as
recommended.
C -4 APPOINTMENTS TO THE HANDICAPPED BOARD OF APPEALS (File #125)
Bill Bailey (handicap), David Singleton (member -at- large), and Peter
Zuiderweg (construction) were reappointed to the Handicapped Board of
Appeals for two -year terms expiring 3 -31 -87 as recommended.
C -5 APPOINTMENT TO THE TREE COMMITTEE (File #125)
Michael Zohns appointed to the Tree Committee to fill an unexpired term as
recommended.
C -6 APPOINTMENTS TO THE MASS TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE (File #125)
Walter Johnson (senior), Walter Rice (Technical), Joseph Risser (Cal
Poly), and Robert Traversi (public -at- large) were reappointed to the Mass
Transportation Committee for two -year terms expiring 3- 31 -87; Gary Label
(public -at- large) was reappointed for a one -year term expiring 3 -31 -86 as
recommended.
C -7 PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS FOR TRACT 585 (File #410 -585)
Resolution No. 5641 (1985 Series), a resolution of the Council of the City
of San Luis Obispo was adopted accepting public improvements for Tract 585
as recommended.
C -8 PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS FOR TRACT 807 (File #410 -807)
Resolution No. 5642 (1985 Series), a resolution of the Council of the City
of San Luis Obispo was adopted accepting public improvements for Tract 807
as recommended.
C -9 GROWTH MANAGEMENT REGULATIONS REVISION (File #466)
Ordinance No. 1036 (1985 Series), an ordinance of the Council of the City
of San Luis Obispo was introduced to print as recommended amending the
Growth Management Regulations making Council consideration of requests for.
student housing exemptions optional instead of mandatory.
C -10 FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (File #203)
Resolution No. 5643 (1985 Series), a resolution of the Council of the City
of San Luis Obispo was adopted approving agreement with City National Bank
for the lease purchase financing of the city's Financial Management
Information System as recommended.
C -11 HYDROELECTRIC FACILITY (File #521)
Resolution No. 5644 (1985 Series), a resolution of the Council of the City
of San Luis Obispo was adopted authorizing staff to negotiate with Energy
Partners to prepare a contract for the design, financing and construction
of a hydroelectric facility.
P R E S E N T_A T I 0 N
A. EXCELLENCE IN PROGRAMMING - SLO RECREATION
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Terry Conner, Chairman of the Park and Recreation Commission, presented
the award "Excellence in Programming" from the California Park and
Recreation Society and the National Park and Recreation Association to the
City Council. The award was given for outstanding triathalon competition
with other cities in the Pacific Southwest.
A D V I S O R Y B 0 D Y A P P O I N T M E N T S
B. APPOINTMENT TO THE HOUSING AUTHORITY (File #125)
' On motion of Councilman Dunin, seconded by Councilman Settle, to reappoint
Steve Nelson to the Housing Authority for a four -year term expiring
3- 31 -89. Motion carried unanimously (5 -0).
C. APPOINTMENTS TO THE PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION (File #125)
On motion of Councilman Griffin, seconded by Councilman Settle, to
reappoint Norma Bixby, Terry Conner and Barry Karleskint to the Park and
Recreation Commission and to appoint Susan Langston to the Commission for
two -year terms expiring 3 -31 -87 and Bruce Langford and Paul Orton for
one -year terms expiring 3- 31 -86. Motion carried unanimously (5 -0).
D. APPOINTMENTS TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION (File #125)
Councilman Dunin stated as Chair of the Planning Commission appointment
subcommittee (Dunin / Billig), that the subcommittee was unable to make a
unanimous report and were, therefore, submitting separate reports. He
explained his appointment selection pursuant to his memorandum dated
March 18, 1985, with the recommendation that Council reappoint Patrick
Gerety, Tom Patterson and Jerry Reiss for two -year terms to expire
3- 31 -87.
Mayor Billig stated that she also was supportive of reappointments for Mr.
Gerety and Mr. Reiss and although there was nothing personal as far as Mr.
Patterson was concerned, she felt that in order to have a better balanced
commission, she would recommend the appointment of Janet Kourakis to that
position.
Councilman Griffin stated that he supported the recommendation by
Councilman Dunin, however, if the majority was to support a different
person, he would not vote against the person as he was not opposed to
someone else in that position. He felt that Mr. Patterson had not had
sufficient opportunity to be evaluated properly.
Councilmembers Settle and Dove y also felt the Commission could be better
represented by changing the Commission to provide for a better balance and
could support appointment of Janet Kourakis to the Planning Commission.
On motion of Councilman Griffin, seconded by Councilman Settle, to
reappoint Patrick Gerety and Jerry Reiss to the Planning Commission for
two -year terms expiring 3- 31 -87. Motion carried unanimously (5 -0).
On motion of Councilman Dunin, seconded by Councilman Griffin, to
reappoint Tom Patterson to the Planning Commission for a two -year term
expiring 3- 31 -87. Motion failed on a 2 -3 vote, Councilmembers Dovey,
Settle and Mayor Billig voting no.
On motion of Mayor Billig, seconded by Councilman Griffin, to appoint
' Janet Kourakis to the Planning Commission for a two -year term expiring
3- 31 -87. Motion passed on a 4 -1 vote, Councilman Dunin voting no.
P U B L I C H E A R I N G S
1. UNION OIL FRANCHISE (File #145)
Council held a public hearing to consider an ordinance granting a
franchise to Union Oil Company (continued from 8- 21 -84, 9- 18 -84, 10 -2 -84,
10 -16 -84 and 2- 19 -85).
Wayne Peterson, City Engineer, reviewed the agenda report stating that the
recommended action was to introduce the ordinance to print which would
grant a franchise to the Union Oil Company. He then reviewed some of the
problems that had been inherent with the Union 011 lines in Elks Lane at
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San Luis Creek. Staff had raised the issue with Union Oil over the years
that this area needed to have these lines relocated. Union Oil agreed,
however, it would be at the cost to the city. Mr. Peterson suggested that
it might be possible to include this as a part of the franchise.
Mayor Billig declared the public hearing open.
Michael Morris, representing Union Oil Company, urged the Council to go
ahead with the franchise this evening and let staff resolve with Union Oil
the other issue at a later date.
Councilman Griffin also questioned why that a shorter franchise term might
not be more practical than the standard 25 years.
Mr. Morris felt that the standard lease throughout the State provided for
25 years or longer and would urge the Council to leave it as is.
Mayor Billig declared the public hearing closed.
On motion of Mayor Billig, seconded by Councilman Settle, to continue the
public hearing with direction to staff to work with Union Oil on the issue
of relocating the line in Elks Lane at San Luis Creek to the satisfaction
of the Public Works Director in a timely manner. Also, that section 4 -3
entitled "Emergency Excavation" be amended to provide a better
notification procedure and further, that staff relook at the term of the
franchise to a lesser term than the 25 years. Motion carried on a 4 -1
vote, Councilman Griffin voting no.
2. TENTATIVE MAP - TRACT 1232 (File #410 -1232)
Council held a public hearing to consider a Planning Commission
recommendation to deny tentative map approval for Tract 1232, creating a
14 -unit residential planned development condominium complex at 1490
Descanso Street; R -1 zone; Laguna Hills Estates, subdivider.
Staff recommendation was that this item be continued to date certain
April 2, 1985.
On motion of Councilman Settle, seconded by Mayor Billig, to continue the
hearing to April 2, 1985, to allow additional discussion on the necessary
project changes as recommended. Motion carried unanimously (5 -0).
8:16 p.m. Mayor Billig declared a recess. 8:25 p.m. City Council
reconvened, all Councilmembers present.
3. TENTATIVE MAP - TRACT 1148 (File #410 -1148)
Council held a public hearing to consider a Planning Commission
recommendation to grant tentative map approval for Tract 1148 (Rustic
Gardens), creating an 8 -unit residential air -space condominium complex at
670 Chorro Street; R -4 zone; Chorro Street Partnership (Barry Williams),
subdivider.
Toby Ross, Community Development Director, reviewed the agenda stating
that it was staff recommendation to approve the tentative map as
submitted.
Mayor Billig declared the public hearing open.
Barry Williams, project architect, reviewed some of the amendments that
they had made since it was originally submitted and urged Council's
approval.
Morris , owner of a condominium project next to the proposed
subdivision, was concerned about who would occupy it. He felt that it
would probably be students and did not feel that there was sufficient
parking available. If it was to be for the elderly, he did not feel that
the stairs would allow proper access. He felt the building was too high
and incompatible with the surrounding neighborhood.
Mayor Billig declared the public hearing closed.
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Mayor Billig felt that the site was a difficult one to develop. She was
concerned about the height, noise, parking and guest parking areas.
Councilman Settle was concerned about the density issue.
Councilwoman Dove y agreed with comments made by Councilman Settle and
Mayor Billig.
Councilman Dunin felt it was a good project and did not feel that the
density was excessive.
On motion of Councilman Griffin, seconded by Mayor Billie, to deny the
project without prejudice to provide applicant opportunity to resubmit the
map addressing those concerns as expressed by Council this evening.
Motion passed on a 4 -1 vote, Councilman Dunin voting no.
4. ROUGEOT PLACE (File *463)
Council held a public hearing to consider a Planning Commission
recommendation to amend the land use element map for property at 814
Rougeot Place to change the designation from low- density residential to
medium - density residential and consideration of rezoning property from R -1
to R -2 -PD to develop a 32 -unit residential condominium and a 24 -space
commercial parking lot; Medici Equities, applicant.
Jeff Hook, Associate Planner, reviewed the agenda report and gave a slide
presentation on the project. He stated that staff recommended the Council
adopt the resolution to amend the General Plan and introduce the ordinance
to print which would rezone the site from R -1 to R -2 -PD and approve the
preliminary development plan.
Mayor Billig declared the public hearing open.
Greg Di Rienzo, 23 Pinor Street, Newport Beach and applicant, stated that
' they were in various stages of several of these kinds of affordable
elderly housing projects and that they had been most successful throughout
the State. He responded to several concerns that had been raised
previously by Councilmembers. He was concerned with the effect that some
of the recommended conditions might have on the saleability of the units.
Bruce Fraser, project architect, reviewed the project and explained that
there were also a couple of members in the community who had wished to
speak in support of the project but were unable to be present, the Housing
Authority and Frank Piperato, a neighbor.
Robert Barrows, 770 Meinecke Street, felt that the density was too high
and urged the Council to deny the proposal.
Rick Kirk, 747 Rougeot Place, was concerned about the density and parking
issues and referred to his letter dated'March 18, 1985, and also felt the
project was incompatible with the surrounding neighborhood.
Roberta Foster, 748 Meinecke Street, was opposed to the project, it was
not in a good location and was afraid that it would revert to student
housing.
Ken Kohlen, 75 Benton Way, was opposed to the project, particularly
because of who would live there.
Chrissi Hewitt, 69 Benton Way, stated her opposition to the project
primarily due to the poor access, traffic circulation, etc.
Betty Nicholson, 30 Chorro Street, was opposed to the project due to
access, noise and incompatibility with the neighborhood, traffic problems,
circulation, and parking.
Arlene Zanchuck, 26 Chorro Street, also was opposed to the project and
felt that the entire area was growing in the wrong direction. The parking
was the most critical problem and that was due to Burger King.
Ted Foster, 748 Meinecke Street, agreed with comments made by the previous
speakers and he too would oppose the project.
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Mark Adams, 783 Rougeot Place, felt that the speed was excessive.
George Wiech, 862 Meinecke Street, was opposed.
John Phillips, 741 Meinecke, was concerned with lack of compatibility with
the adjacent residential neighborhood.
Don Smith agreed with previous speakers opposed to the project and urged
the Council to leave it as R -1.
Bruce Fraser, project architect, then responded to some of the concerns
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again urging Council's approval.
Mrs. Nicholson also stated that she was concerned with the fire hazards in
this area.
Mayor Billig declared the public hearing closed.
On motion of Councilman Settle, seconded by Mayor Billig, to deny the
project. Motion carried unanimously (5 -0).
10:30 p.m. Mayor Billig declared a recess. 10:50 p.m. City Council
reconvened, all Councilmembers present.
B U S I N E S S I T E M
5. PUBLIC ART PROGRAM (File #477)
Council considered a resolution establishing a city -wide
art -in- public - places program (continued from 1- 8 -85).
Jeff Hook, Associate Planner, reviewed the agenda report recommending that
Council adopt the resolution to support an art -in- public - places program,
which was primarily an incentive program rather than mandatory.
Mayor Billig asked for public comment. 1
Pat Gerety, representing the Planning Commission, reviewed their comments
in more detail than the minutes reflected in the Council's packet.
Deborah Spatafore, 1794 San Luis Drive and President of the San Luis
Obispo Arts Council, urged the Council to support this kind of program.
Gini Allen, also spoke in support of this program, felt it was important
that it be encouraged and as many incentives as possible be offered. She
would urge support of Alternative #2.
Donna Duerk, 543 Dana Street, agreed with previous comments. Also, would
hope that the community might get behind this.
Chrissie Hewott, 69 Benton Way, urged support of the Arts program.
Councilman Griffin was concerned that the city not get involved with
judging actual art projects. He was supportive of the program and offered
some minor amendments to the resolution.
Councilwoman Dove y stated she would also support Alternative #1.
Councilman Dunin also made some suggestions to the resolution and
suggested the possibility of some kind of a grant fund be established to
help in this way.
On motion of Councilman Griffin, seconded by Councilman Settle, Resolution
No. 5645 (1985 Series), a resolution of the Council of.the City of San
Luis Obispo be adopted establishing an arts -in- public - places program with
amendments as suggested by Councilmembers Griffin and Dunin. Resolution
adopted unanimously (5 -0).
C O M M U N I C A T I O N S
C -1 Staff directed to respond to Kesterson issue.
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C -2 Staff directed to respond to Leon Panetta's request on behalf of the
Social Security Administration need for space to hold hearings.
C -3 Mayor announced that gifts received (1 painting /1 sculpture) from
Austrian officials, the picture to be placed at City Hall and Mayor to
hold sculpture until a secure space is available. (Eventually to be
placed in community library center or performing arts center.)
C -4 Mayor directed to look into request by City of Mondsee, Austria,
regarding possible sister city or development of cultural activities
exchange program.
C -5 Budget review schedule approved (5 -0).
11:35 p.m. Council convened to closed session to discuss pending
lititigation: 1) Rodgers v. City, case #65931; 2) closed session under
Government Code Section 54956.8 to give instructions to the city's
negotiator regarding negotiations with Knight, Towle, Sage and Johnson,
CPA's Inc., concerning the purchase of the property located at 860 Pacific
Street, San Luis Obispo.
There being no further business to come before the City Council, Mayor
Billig adjourned the meeting at 1:00 a.m. Tuesday, April 2. 1985, at
7:00 p.m.
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Pa la Voges, City C1 k
APPROVED BY COUNCIL: 4 -16 -85
M I N U T E S
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO
TUESDAY, APRIL 2, 1985 - 7:00 P.M.
COUNCIL CHAMBER, CITY HALL, 990 PALM STREET
SAN LUIS OBISPO, CALIFORNIA
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
Councilmembers
Present: GlennaDeane Dovey, Ron Dunin, Robert Griffin, Vice -Mayor
Allen K. Settle and Mayor Melanie C. Billig
Absent: None
City Staff
Present: Paul Lanspery, Administrative Officer; Geoff Grote,
Assistant Administrative Officer; Roger Picquet, City
Attorney; Pam Voges, City Clerk: Toby Ross, Community
Development Director; Dave Romero, Public Works Director;
Wayne Peterson, City Engineer: Mike Dolder, Public Safety
Director; Bill Hetland, Utilities Manager; Jeff Hook,
Associate Planner
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C O N S E N T A G E N D A
On motion of Councilman Settle, seconded by Councilman Griffin, the
Consent Agenda was unanimously approved as recommended by the
Administrative Officer (5 -0). The following actions taken as indicated:
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