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Tuesday, :March 1, 1988 - 7:00 p.m.
C O N S E N T A G E N D A
Moved by Settle /Pinard (5 -0) the Consent Agenda was unanimously approved
- -- with the exception of C -10 as noted.
C -1 COUNCIL :MINUTES
Council approved the following minutes as amended (5 -0): Monday, January
25, 1988 - 4:00 p.m.; Wednesday, January 27, 1988 - 5:35 p.m.; and
Thursday, January 28, 1988 - 11:00 a.m.
C -2 CONTRACT PAY ESTIMATES
Contract pay estimates and change orders approved and ordered paid as
recommended (5 -0).
C -3 FINAL MAP APPROVAL - TRACT 1264 (UNIT 2) (File #410 -1264)
Resolution No. 6402 (1988 Series) adopted granting final map approval for
Tract 1264, Unit 2, creating a 32 -unit air -space condominium complex at
Tank Farm road and Morning Glory Way (Edna -Islay area) as amended (5 -0).
C -4 HERITAGE TREES (File #505)
Resolution No. 6403 (1988 Series) adopted approving new list of Heritage
Trees as recommended (5 -0).
C -5 MASS TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE (File #543)
Ordinance No. 1112 (1988 Series) introduced to print amending the Mass
Transportation Committee membership from nine to seven members as
recommended (5 -0).
C -6 MASS TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS (File #543)
yr. Karl Hovanitz reappointed to the Mass Transportation Committee as the
technical member, Ms. Dodie Williams reappointed as the business member
and yr. Kenneth McCracken reappointed as the disabled member for two -year
terms to expire 3/31/90 as recommended (5 -0).
C -7 CITIZEN'S TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE (File #1155)
Tom Ferraro appointed to the Citizen's Transportation Committee as
recommended (5 -0).
C -8 HANDICAPPED BOARD OF APPEALS (File *4051
Lois Barton reappointed and Randy Dettmer appointed to the Handicapped
Board of Appeals, terms to expire 3/31/90 as recommended (5 -0).
C -9 BIA CONFIRMATION (File #475)
G. Neil Hovis appointed to the Business Improvement association Board of
Directors for an unexpired term ending 12/31%88 as recommended (5 -0).
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C -10 SPECIAL EVENTS (File #186.2)
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After discussion, it was moved by Councilwoman Rappa to reaffirm
Resolution No. 4956. Motion died for lack of a second.
It was then moved by Settle/Dunin (5 -0), to adopt Resolution No.. 6404
(1988 Series) approving the interim policy for special event charges as
recommended.
A D V I S O R Y B O D Y - A P P O I N T M E N T S
A. PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION APPOINTMENTS (File *125 -5)
Council heard a report by Councilwoman Pinard (Council Subcommittee
Pinard /Reiss) with recommendation for appointments to.the Park and
Recreation Commission.
It was moved by Pinard /Reiss (5 -0) to reappoint Robert Rosenberg and Paul
Orton to the Park and Recreation Commission for two -year terms expiring
3/31/90 and reappoint Gregory Macedo to fill an unexpired term ending
3131/89.
B. PLANNING COMMISSION APPOINTMENTS (File *125 -5)
Allen Settle reviewed the Council Subcommittee (Settle / Dunin) report with
recommendations for appointments to the Planning Commission to fill three
vacancies.
!loved by Settle/Reiss (5 -0), to reappoint Chuck Crotser for a two -year
term expiring 3/31/90.
!loved by Settle /Reiss (5 -0), to reappoint Donna Duerk for a two -year term
expiring 3/31/90.
It was then moved by Settle / Rappa (4 -1, Dunin voting no), to reappoint
Richard Schmidt for a two -year term expiring 3/31/90.
P L' B L I C H E A R I N G S
1. APPEAL - 1335 & 1337 BROAD (File *407)
Council continued its public hearing to consider an appeal by the Old Town
Neighborhood Association of a decision by the Architectural Review
Commission to approve a new building at 1335 and 1337 Broad Street. The
objections raised by the appellant were the location of the building to
the rear of the lot, minimal landscaping behind the setback and the color
of the lattice: Jim Dummit, applicant (continued from 2/16188).
Mike Multari, Community Development Director., stated that the appeal had
been withdrawn by the appellant, Mr. Leo Pinard on behalf of the Old Town
Neighborhood Association.
This item upon general consensus was received and filed.
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2. PAVEMENT MANAGEMENT (File x533.1)
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Council held a public hearing to consider giving final passage to
Ordinance No. 1111, amending the Municipal Code concerning traffic indexes
(continued from 2/16/88).
Dave Romero, Public Works Director, briefly reviewed the agenda report
with the recommendation that Council give final passage to the ordinance
as recommended.
Mayor Dunin declared the public hearing open.
No one spoke for or against the proposed ordinance.
Mayor Dunin declared the public hearing closed.
Moved by Settle /Reiss (5 -0), Ordinance No. 1111 (1988 Series) was given
final passage as recommended.
3. GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT /REZONING (GP /R /PD 1343) (File x463)
Council held a public hearing to consider a Planning Commission
recommendation to amend the Land Use Element Map and Zoning Map to change
the designations from Neighborhood- Commercial (C -N) to Office (0) at
1333 -1335 Johnson Avenue: Steve Hooper, applicant.
Mike Multari, Community Development Director, reviewed the agenda report
with the recommendation that Council amend the General Plan Map to
Office (0) and the Zoning Map to Office with Special Considerations (0 -S)
as recommended.
Mayor Dunin declared the public hearing open.
Steve Hooper, applicant, spoke in support of the land use change.
After brief comments, it was moved by Dunin /Reiss (4 -1. Rappa voting no),
to adopt Resolution No. 6405 (1988 Series) amending the General Plan Map
to Office.
It was then moved by Dunin /Reiss to introduce Ordinance No. 1113 to print
amending the Zoning yap to Office with Special Considerations (0 -S) as
recommended with an additional clause explaining the purpose of the S
designation. Ordinance also introduced to print with Councilwoman Rappa
voting no.
4. PROPOSED SUBDIVISION & APPEAI. - TRACT 1545 (File x410 -1545)
A. Public hearing to consider an appeal by Leo Pinard of a decision by the
Architectural Review Commission regarding the streetscape design at 550
Buchon Street.
B. Public hearing to consider a Planning Commission recommendation to
approve a tentative map for Tract 1545. creating a 6 -unit residential
air -space condominium at 550 Buchon Street; R -2 zone; Iron Eagle
Development (Vance Harris), subdivider.
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Councilwoman Pinard stepped down due to a possible conflict of interest.
Mike Multari, Community
with the recommendation
or deny the appeal as d
the tentative map based
conditions contained in
to Condition No. 8.
Development Director, reviewed the agenda reports
that Council adopt a resolution to either uphold
semed appropriate. Further, that Council approve
on required findings and subject to suggested
the resolution. He suggested wording amendments
Mayor Dunin declared the public hearing open.
Leo Pinard, spoke in support of his appeal.
Barry Williams, 1110 California Blvd., spoke in support of the development
project; the issue being leaving the condominiums to face in their current
location other than face the street.
Peg Pinard, 714 Buchon St., urged that the front doors orient towards the
street so the front would be compatible with the streetscape. She also
expressed concern about the street trees being located on the property
side of the sidewalk.
Mayor Dunin declared the public hearing closed.
After discussion, moved by Dunin /Reiss (2 -2 -0, Rappa and Settle voting no,
Pinard absent), to deny the appeal. Motion failed.
It was then moved by Dunin /Settle (3 -1 -0, Reiss voting no. Pinard absent)
to direct staff to refer this issue to the ARC for further refinement with
direction to the ARC to look at the Buchon Street elevation as to its
compatibility with the streetscape elevations of the other houses on the
block including review of the mass of the building, door openings and
other relevant features.
Councilwoman Pinard returned to the meeting.
Mike Multari, Community Development Director, reviewed Item B concerning
approval of the tentative map with the recommendation that Council support
this item.
Mayor Dunin asked for public comment.
Barry Williams, 1110 California Blvd., suggested that a change be made to
Condition No. 13C regarding the parking space requirement.
Mayor Dunin declared the public hearing closed.
It was moved by Rappa /Settle (5 -0), Resolution No. 6406 (1988 Series) was
adopted approving the tentative map for Tract 1545 with Conditions 8 and
13C as amended this evening.
5. PROPOSED SUBDIVISION - TRACT 1438 (File *410 -1438)
Council held a public hearing to consider a Planning Commission
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recommendation to approve a tentative map for Tract 1438, creating a
13 -lot residential subdivision at 2000 Royal Way: R -1 -S Zone; Jack Foster,
subdivider.
Pam Voges, City Clerk; stated this item was requested to be continued to
date certain, March 15, 1988, for additional information.
Moved by Settle /Dunin :(5 -0), to continue this item as recommended by
staff.
At 8:45 p.m., Mayor Dunin declared a recess. At 9:00 p.m., City Council
reconvened, all Councilmembers present.
P U B L IC C O M M E N T
Vicky Shelby submitted a petition signed by approximately 520 persons
asking Council to address concerns related to the new parking program as
it related to the fee structure. This item was refered to staff for
report.
6. MEADOW PARK PLAYGROUND (File x813)
Council considered a request from Grandmother's House to install
playground equipment at Meadow Park (continued from 2/2/88).
.Jim Stockton, Recreation Director, reviewed the agenda report with the
recommendation that Council deny the request due to safety concerns.
Mayor Dunin asked for public comment.
Marna Lareski spoke on behalf of the request by Grandmother's House.
Marlene Hampton, 539 Ellen Way, also spoke in support of the playground
equipment.
Santos Arrona, 310 Corrida Dr., spoke in support of the City supporting
additional playground equipment at this park.
George Gibson, 2224 Cumbre Ct., also felt it important to install
playground equipment.
After discussion, it was moved by Settle /Rappa (5 -0), to refer the issue
of playground equipment to the Park and Recreation Commission for
development of plans to install additional playground equipment at Meadow
Park as discussed. (Funds to come from the Parks Maintenance fund).
Moved by Rappa /Settle (5 -0), to ask the Park and Recreation Commission to
consider additional equipment needs for all City parks.
7. TEMPORARY HOMELESS SHELTER (File 1"1046)
Council considered funding of nonprofit social service agencies to provide
shelter to the homeless people in San Luis Obispo.
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Steve Henderson, Assistant to CAO, reviewed the agenda report with the
recommendation that Council authorize staff to:negotiate and the CAO to
execute agreements with the Salvation Army and the People's Shelter to
augment their existing emergency shelter programs.
Councilwoman Rappa stated she was disappointed this request had not been
submitted to the HRC for their input first.
Mayor Dunin asked for public comment.
Emmons Blake, 634 Al -Hil Dr., expressed concerns regarding not receiving
additional information back from the City concerning his original request
for the location of the coaches. Although he had withdrawn his request
for that specific location, he would still like to see this item placed on
an agenda sometime in the near future for further discussion. He stated
the CMC and the CCC were willing to furnish labor and Cal Poly has also
expressed a desire to help.
Betty Nielsen, 200 Ranchito Ln., spoke on behalf of the homeless.
Connie Hanretty, 550 Hathaway, (from the People's Shelter), upon question,
explained there was an ongoing cost of $4,200 per month needed for
operational purposes.
' After discussion, moved by Settle /Reiss (4 -1, Rappa voting no), to direct
staff to negotiate and authorize CAO to execute negotiated agreements with
the Salvation Army and the People's Shelter to augment their existing
emergency shelter programs as recommended.
Councilwoman Rappa stated she would like to see the policy issue as to
whether or not Council was interested in a permanent program or shelter
for the homeless and whether or not it was the Council's place to take a
lead role in this. If so. it should be expressed in writing. She also
encouraged that Council's comments and actions be submitted to the HRC for
their information and advice.
Upon general consensus, staff requested to bring back the item concerning
the railroad coaches and request input by the County on this. Item to
come back when practical.
8. PARKING STRUCTURE PLANS - MARSH & CHORRO (File #554)
Council considered an ARC recommendation of plans for proposed Parking
Structure #2 located at Marsh and Chorro Streets.
Candace Havens_, Parking Coordinator, reviewed the agenda report with the
recommendation that Council authorize staff to pursue preparation of the
working drawings for building for this parking structure as approved by
' the ARC and Plannning Commission.
Mayor Dunin asked for public comment.
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Bruce Fraser, Project Designer, reviewed the plans for the project. He
was also available for questions.
Council held a lengthy discussion regarding concerns of the proposed
parking structure.
!loved by Settle / Rappa (5 -0), to direct staff to pursue preparation of the
working drawings for the building as approved by the ARC and Planning
Commission.
9. HISTORICAL REHABILITATION (File *457)
Council considered recommendations of the Cultural Heritage Committee for
the adoption of a Historical Rehabilitation Loan Program (S50,000.1oan -
Eshibits A -C available in the Council Office for inspection - continued
from 2- 2 -88).
Mike Multari, Community Development Director, reviewed the agenda report
with the recommendation that Council adopt a resolution approving the
guidelines for the loan program. Further, to authorize the Mayor to sign
an agreement with Bank of America for loan processing and adopt a
resolution revising the classification of properties in the historical
district. 1
Mayor Dunin asked for public comment.
Gloria Heinz stated she was available for questions and would bring the
concerns and comments by Councilmembers to the Cultural Heritage Committee
at their Thursday meeting.
Council then reviewed the loan program, page by page, making suggested
amendments.
After additional discussion, moved by Pinard /Settle (5 -0), to direct staff
to prepare the changes as discussed and bring back for final approval.
C O M M U N I C A T I O N S
COMM 1 Request by Councilwoman Rappa regarding notification procedures
referred to staff for comment.
COMM 2 Letter of appreciation requested to be sent to KSBY -TV for their
fine programming on Earthquake Preparedness.
At 12:05 a.m., there being no further business to come before .the City
Council, Mayor Dunin.adjourned the meeting.
Pam V4es, City C rk
APPROVED BY COUNCIL: 5 -17 -88
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