HomeMy WebLinkAbout02/20/1996MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY- COUNCIL
CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 1996 - 7:00 P.M.
CITY HALL - COUNCIL CHAMBER - 990 PALM STREET
SAN LUIS OBISPO, CALIFORNIA
ROLL CALL:
Council . Members
_..y Present: Council Members Kathy Smith, Dave Romero, Bill Roalman, Vice
Mayor Dodie Williams, and Mayor Allen Settle
Absent: None
City Staff
Present: John Dunn, City Administrative Officer, Jeff Jorgensen, City
- Attorney; Kim Condon, Assistant City Clerk; Ken Hampian, Assistant
City Administrative Officer, Arnold Jonas, Community Development
Director; Ron Whisenand, Current Planning Manager, Mike
McCluskey, Public Works Director; Terry Sanville, Transportation
Planner; James Gardiner, Police Chief
- Jeff Jorgensen, City Attorney, reported that the City Council had held a closed session regarding
labor negotiations and that there were no further details available at.this time.
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD
There were no public comments.
Creighton Oyler and Duane Banderob. Cal Poly Open House Co- Chairs, described the activities that
would be taking place during this year's event to be held April 19 and 20.
CONSENT AGENDA
Moved by Williams /Romero to approve the Consent Agenda as recommended by the City
Administrative Officer; motion carried (5 -0).
C1. COUNCIL MINUTES
Tuesday, February 6, 1996 at 6:30 p.m.; and
Tuesday, February 6, 1996 at 7:00 p.m.
Moved by Williams/Romero to waive oral reading and approve minutes as amended; motion carried
(5 -0).
1 C2. UNDERGROUND DISTRICT 13 (File No. 563)
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Council considered giving final passage to an ordinance establishing Underground District 13
(Santa Rosa and Foothill).
Moved by Williams /Romero to give final passage to Ordinance No. 1292; motion carried (5 -0).
C3. CITY CLERK POSITION (File No. 152)
Council considered confirming the appointment of the CAO as City Clerk and authorizing the CAO
to delegate those duties to a position which will act with the function and title of City Clerk.
Moved by Williams /Romero to adopt Resolution No. 8494 confirming appointment and delegating
function and title; motion carved (3 -2; Mayor Settle and Council Member Smith voting no).
C4. DUI REDUCTION PROGRAM (File No. 732)
Council considered participation in the combined County-wide DUI reduction program.
Moved by Williams /Romero to adopt Resolution No. 8495 agreeing to participate in.the combined
County-wide DUI law enforcement agencies' effort to reduce DUI accidents during the holiday
period of 1996; motion carried (5 -0).
C5. COUNCIL POLICIES AND PROCEDURES (File No. 113)
Council considered proposed changes to the Council Policies and Procedures concerning the use I
of the Council Chamber.
Moved by Williams/Romero, to adopt Resolution No. 8496 changing Council Policies and
Procedures, Section 1.15, "Use of Council Chamber" to:1) charge governmental agencies and non-
profit organizations the same rates as are in effect for the use of the Community Room at the
City/County Library; 2) prohibit use of the Chamber to advocate individual candidates for a
particular political office; motion carried (5 -0).
LIAISON REPORTS
L.R.I. Council Member Smith reported that housing statistics had been discussed at the second
meeting of the Student Housing Task Force.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. HOMELESS SERVICES CENTER (File No. 1046)
A. PROGRESS AND STATUS REPORT
Council considered conceptual approval of the Homeless Services Center Program, including
funding sources and financing, and agreements with various parties for operation of programs.
Jim Gardiner, Police Chief, stressed that this effort was a partnership comprised of many
organizations, agencies and individuals, and said that the project was now moving forward on its
original timeline and was no longer a phased project.
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Vice Mayor Williams, Council representative to the Homeless Services Center Task Force, said that
the City's contribution to the project was not a line item in the City budget, but that grant funding
would provide for part of the funds, along with contributions from other agencies and volunteer
efforts.
Dick Warren, Chair of the Task Force, said that the Interfaith Coalition was prepared to oversee
construction and manage the program once the center is completed.
_ . Mayor Settle opened the public hearing.
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Ernest Bamcastle, owner of Taylor Rentals, offered a free consultation for use of his rental
- - selection.
Liz Krieger, San Luis Obispo, urged the Council to build the center as quickly as possible and
expressed concern about the care of homeless children who currently have to stay on the street
during the day when not in school.
Patricia Ashbaugh.- City resident, urged Council to keep the project on track.
Cee Cee Johnson and Hannah Higgins, San Luis Obispo, said the Homeless Services Center was
very important.
LaVeme Schneider, Marsh Street, supported the project and suggested that the property at Marsh
and Higuera that is being purchased by the City for parking, be used as an interim homeless
center.
Mayor Settle closed the public hearing.
The report continued with Arnold Jonas, Community Development Director, and Ron Whisenand,
Current Planning Manager, supplying information on Item B.
B. -USE PERMIT & ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW -
Council considered Use Permit (U 14 -96) and Architectural Review (ARC 14 -96) for a Homeless
Services Center at 43 Prado Road Including enclosed eating area, laundry and shower facilities,
social service support facilities, site improvements, and possible use of a temporary tent/canopy
for the noontime meal program.
Ron Whisenand said that with the feeding facility no longer being fast- tracked, the tent/canopy
should be removed consideration.
After discussion, moved by Roalman/Smith to: 1) receive progress report; 2) approve, in concept,
the scope and financing strategy; 3) direct staff to proceed with necessary requests for funding;
4) authorize the City Administrative Officer to develop agreements with appropriate parties for use
and operation of programs on the Prado Road site; and, 5) adopt, Resolution No. 8497 making
required findings, granting the Negative Declaration of environmental impact, approving the use
permit to allow the proposed social service use within the Public Facilities Zoning District, and
granting final Architectural Reviewforthe proposed building improvements and site improvements;
motion carried (4-1; Council Member Romero voting no).
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Council Member Romero stated, for the record, his no vote was not against the basic construction
of the facility, but reflected his concern about the City's continued obligation to operate this facility
for the indefinite future.
2. CHORRO STREET NEIGHBORHOOD TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT PLAN (File No. 534)
Council considered adopting a Neighborhood Traffic Management Plan for the Chorro Street area
including road humps, traffic circles, and stop signs on Chorro Street, segments of Broad Street,
and on Meinecke and Murray Streets, within the Chorro area.
Mike McCluskey. Public Works Director, and Terry Sanville, Principal Transportation Planner,
reviewed the staff report.
Jeff Wagner. 216 Chorro, made the presentation on behalf of the neighborhood group that prepared
the plan. He said the plan reflects responses to problems identified by residents, effectiveness of
mitigation measures, cost, aesthetics and political realities. He then identified the traffic design
elements of this phased project.
Daphne Boatwright explained what made her neighborhood worth saving.
Kate Froman, 378 Chorro, recounted the neighborhoods approach to devising the plan and how
participation had been sought.
Mayor Settle opened the public hearing.
Pat Comick, 244 Lincoln, was pleased with the plan but also concerned that funds would be
available if mitigation measures became necessary on Lincoln.
Betty Schetzer, 225 Almond, strongly supported the plan.
Deborah Priest, owner of a business at 515 Broad, was concerned about the four -way stop outside
her business and asked about the possibility of installing a flashing red light or a traffic signal.
Jacquie Johnston, 807 Murray, thought the plan a solid one.
Stephanie Cerguettini, 301 Broad, said the neighborhood had spent a tremendous amount of time
and effort on the plan.
Mike Lacey, 965 West, was concerned about increased traffic on his street, and asked how traffic
impacts on surrounding streets would be measured.
Arlene Zanchuck, 26 Chorro, said the speeds being travelled on Cho'ro were unbearable.
Richard Kresia. Ramona neighborhood, said this project was an excellent example of participatory
democracy.
Gail Jacobson, 156 Broad, said that speed humps were not a be all and end all, but that traffic
signals also had to be obeyed.
Steve Boyer. 67 Chorro, liked the process that had been used.
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Lee Conan. 282 Broad, supported the plan and thanked Terry Sanville for his contribution and his
patience.
Ken McReynolds, 389 Broad, asked the Council to take a unified approach and approve the
recommendations of the neighborhood.
= Matt Wall, 584 Patricia, felt the Chorro traffic management plan set a precedent and was opposed
to it.
Russ Kimmell, 294 Lincoln, supported the plan.
Richard Schmidt, 112 Broad, said the plan was long overdue, but worried about traffic returning
to Broad and also had concerns about pedestrian safety at Ramona and Broad.
Mayor Settle closed the public hearing.
Council Member Romero presented a report on traffic levels on Chorro Street and the Immediate
neighborhood over the last ten years.
c.'. After discussion, moved by Smith /Roaiman to adopt Resolution No. 8498 supporting the mitigated
negative declaration issued by the Community Development Director and approving the Chorro
Area'Traffic Calming Plan with incorporated mitigation; motion carried (4-1; Council Member
Romero voting no).
' Council Member Romero asked that the record show he had voted no due to the excessive scope
of the project.
The Council discussed methods of measuring traffic impacts on adjacent streets, the possibility
of placing signs at neighborhood entrances alerting drivers that they are entering and traversing
a neighborhood, and completion of sidewalks within the Chorro neighborhood. Education program
to be considered during 1996 -97 budget discussions, and signage and sidewalk Issues to be
brought back to Council. (General consensus.) ...
9:35 p.m. Mayor Settle declared a recess.
9:50 p.m. Mayor Settle reconvened the meeting; all Council Members present.
3. PLANNED DEVELOPMENT REZONING - 4411 BROOKPINE (File No. 463) .
Council considered a planned development rezoning (PD 139 -95) to allow smaller lots, and smaller
yards than are normally allowed in a Low -Density Residential zone at the southwesterly end of
Brookpine; Hertel & Sons, applicant. (Continued from 2/6196.)
Arnold Jonas. Community Development Director, reminded Council that the City's current planning
policy as embodied in the Edna -Islay Specific Plan, the Land Use Element of the General Plan, and
the Housing Element, show the area being developed at higher than single family density.
1 Mayor Settle opened the public hearing.
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Rob Rossi, one of the applicant's, explained the history of the project dating back to 1977 when
the Edna -Islay Specific Plan was first introduced.
Bob Fowler. Vice President of Hertel and Sons, the applicant, pointed out the improvements and
amenities that had been installed to enhance the neighborhood.
James Cox, 4374 Olea Court, opposed the plan.
Paul Hardy, 4525 Wavertree, objected to the projects density.
Ann Wilson, 1352 Aralia Court, communicated her concern about childrens' safety and quality of
life due to increased traffic density.
Tana Buroess, 4535 Wavertree, stated that the project was too dense for the neighborhood.
Valerie Gould- Stake. 4512 Wavertree, said she was concerned about the safety of children.
Bob Fowler spoke again, responding to the concerns expressed by the neighborhood residents
who spoke tonight.
Mayor Settle closed the publiCr hearing.
After discussion, moved by RoalmanWilliams to introduce Ordinance No. 1293 to print approving
the planned development rezoning, based on findings and subject to conditions, as recommended
by the Planning Commission, except as modified by staff; motion carried (3 -2; Council Member
Romero and Mayor Settle voting no.).
4. APPEAL - USE PERMIT FOR 886 LINCOLN (File No. 407)
Council considered an appeal by Michael Mills of a Planning Commission action denying an appeal
and upholding the hearing officer's action approving a reduced side yard for carport and tandem
parking; Rick and Patty Reis, applicants (A157 -95).
Arnold Jonas, Community Development Director, described the proposed carport.
Mayor Settle opened the public hearing.
Michael Mills, the appellant, asked Council not to allow the carport and tandem parking.
Rick Reis the applicant, urged Council to approve his request.
Mayor Settle closed the public hearing.
After discussion, moved by Williams /Smith to adopt Resolution No. 8499 denying the appeal,
thereby approving the request as approved by the Planning Commission; motion carried (5 -0).
S. FEDERAL TRANSIT ADMINISTRATION GRANT (File No. 542)
Council considered the proposed program of projects, and application for the Federal Transit
Administration Urbanized Area Assistance grant.
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Mike McCluskey, Public Works Director, introduced the item.
Mayor Settle opened the public hearing.
No one came forward to speak.
Mayor Settle closed the public hearing.
After discussion, moved by Roalman/Williams to adopt Resolution No. 8500 authorizing staff to
apply for a grant in the amount of $1,202,300 to be used for operating and capital expenses;
motion tamed (5-0).
6. HOUSING ELEMENT (File No. 462)
Council considered Planning Commission recommendations to: 1) amend the Housing Element
term of affordability; and, 2) amend the Residential Growth Management Regulations to exempt
very-low and low income housing.
Arnold Jonas, Community Development Director, briefly reviewed the reasons for taking this action
tonight.
Mayor Settle opened the public hearing.
There were no comments on the issue.
Mayor Settle closed the public hearing.
s: After discussion, moved by Smith /Roalman to: 1) adopt Resolution No. 8501 amending the
Housing Element regarding minimum term of housing affordability; and, 2) introduce ordinance to
print amending Chapter 17.88 of the Municipal Code to exempt certain affordable housing projects
from the Residential Growth Management Regulations; motion carried (5 -0).
COMMUNICATIONS
Comm. 1. Mayor Settle asked the Council to agendize request by KSBY to relocate their facilities
to the former Loco Ranchero Restaurant on Calle Joaquin on Tuesday, March 5, 1996. (General
consensus.)
Comm. 2. Mayor Settle proposed a funding request for a lap -top computer and optical scanner for
use by Administration and City Clerk be. considered at the Mid -Year Budget Review on February
27, 1996. (No consensus reached.)
Comm 3. Mayor Settle said that the League of California Cities had asked San Luis Obispo to host
the Quarterly Channel Counties Division dinner in August. 1.
11:40 p.m. There being no further business to come before the S:iouncil, Mayor Settle
1 adjourned the meeting to February 27, 1996, at 7: in -Ow" 2 cif "6h/amber.
APPROVED BY COUNCIL:
KC:bv Ki Con on, Assistant City Clerk