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HomeMy WebLinkAbout07-05-2017 Item 04 - Minutes of April 18, May 2, and May 30, 2017 San Luis Obispo Page 1 Tuesday, April 18, 2017 Regular Meeting of the City Council CALL TO ORDER A Regular Meeting of the San Luis Obispo City Council was called to order on Tuesday, April 18, 2017 at 4:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber, located at 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, California, by Mayor Harmon. ROLL CALL Council Members Present: Council Members Carlyn Christianson, Aaron Gomez, Andy Pease, Vice Mayor Dan Rivoire, and Mayor Heidi Harmon. Council Members Absent: None City Staff Present: Katie Lichtig, City Manager; Christine Dietrick, City Attorney; and Carrie Gallagher, City Clerk; were present at Roll Call. Other staff members presented reports or responded to questions as indicated in the minutes. PUBLIC HEARING AND BUSINESS ITEMS 1. PUBLIC HEARING - REVIEW OF THE CITYWIDE USER AND REGULATORY FEE STUDY, PREPARED TO INFORM A PROPOSED UPDATE TO FEES CHARGED FOR SERVICES Interim Finance Director Bradford and Special Projects Manager Carloni provided an in- depth staff report with the use of a Power Point presentation and responded to Council questions. Public Comments: David Brodie, San Luis Obispo spoke in opposition to an increase in appraisal fees. Allen Cooper, Save our Downtown, San Luis Obispo, shared an idea of waiving appeal fees in instances where the Council overrules an Advisory Body decision, and spoke in opposition to an increase in appraisal fees. Packet Pg 19 4 San Luis Obispo City Council Minutes of April 18, 2017 Page 2 Steve Delmartini, San Luis Obispo spoke in opposition to a non-applicant fee increase and in support of spilt fees. Sandra Rowley, San Luis Obispo, Residents for Quality Neighborhoods, spoke in opposition to an increase in appraisal fees, she noted the differences in the fee schedule from one permit fee to another. Charlene Rosales, speaking on behalf of the San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce voiced support for split fees and increasing appeal fees. Dominic Tartaglia, San Luis Obispo, speaking on behalf of San Luis Obispo Downtown Association spoke in support of local businesses, he noted that both applicants and appellants should pay their fair share to include 100% recovery of fees so the taxpayer is not held responsible. ---End of Public Comment--- Council Member Pease introduced the inclusion of a onetime 6 month extension on fees as long as the applicant can demonstrate that progress is being made toward the permit. ACTION: MOTION BY VICE MAYOR RIVOIRE, SECOND BY COUNCIL MEMBER PEASE, CARRIED 5-0 to adopt a Resolution 10790 (2017 Series) entitled “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo, California, amending the City’s master fee schedule with updated user and regulatory fees based on the fee study prepared by NBS Government Finance Group, as represented in the City Council agenda report and attachments dated April 18, 2017,” to include the recommendation regarding revised appeal fees. The resolution also includes adjustments to Parks and Recreation cost recovery policies and an increase to 100% cost recovery for state-mandated multi-dwelling inspections for the Fire Department. As amended to include: a one-time six month extension will be granted upon the request of the applicant and based on evidence to the satisfaction of the Community Development Director or designee that applicant is making substantial progress toward obtaining a building permit. 2. STRATEGIC BUDGET DIRECTION AND MAJOR CITY GOAL WORK PROGRAMS FOR THE 2017-19 FINANCIAL PLAN Mayor Harmon announced that public comment will be taken when this item is continued at the 6:00 p.m. meeting after Item 10. City Manager Lichtig, Interim Finance Director Bradford and Contract Budget Manager Steck provided an in-depth staff report with the use of a Power Point presentation and responded to Council questions. Additional staff members presented reports and responded to questions as requested. 1. Review updated General Fund Five-Year Fiscal Forecast and Enterprise Funds forecasts; and 2. Review and provide guidance to the City Manager regarding proposed Major City Goals and Other Important Objective work programs; and Packet Pg 20 4 San Luis Obispo City Council Minutes of April 18, 2017 Page 3 3. Review and provide guidance to the City Manager regarding the recommended use and allocation of one-time and ongoing budget resources to fund proposed Significant Operating Program Changes (SOPCs), the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP), Fleet Replacement Fund, Information Technology (IT) Replacement Fund, and Major Facility Replacement Fund; and provide direction whether Parks Element Update should be funded; and 4. Approve a policy for the Insurance Benefit Fund, establishing funding and fund balance requirements for newly formed Excess Liability Insurance program; and 5. Receive an update on key informational items regarding future financial uncertainties and challenges. PUBLIC COMMENT TAKEN AT THE 6:00 P.M. MEETING AFTER ITEM 10. RECESSED DURING THE CURRENT ITEM 2 AT 5:36 P.M. TO BE CONTINUED AFTER ITEM 10 AT THE REGULAR MEETING OF APRIL 18, 2017 TO BEGIN AT 6:00 P.M. Packet Pg 21 4 San Luis Obispo City Council Minutes of April 18, 2017 Page 4 CALL TO ORDER A Regular Meeting of the San Luis Obispo City Council was called to order on Tuesday, April 18, 2017 at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber, located at 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, California, by Mayor Harmon. ROLL CALL Council Members Present: Council Members Carlyn Christianson, Aaron Gomez, Andy Pease, Vice Mayor Dan Rivoire, and Mayor Heidi Harmon. Council Members Absent: None City Staff Present: Katie Lichtig, City Manager; Christine Dietrick, City Attorney; and Carrie Gallagher, City Clerk; were present at Roll Call. Other staff members presented reports or responded to questions as indicated in the minutes. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Council Member Aaron Gomez led the Pledge of Allegiance. PRESENTATIONS 3. PRESENTATION BY PETER WILLIAMSON REPRESENTING SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS (SLOCOG), REGARDING RIDESHARE'S BIKE MONTH Peter Williamson, representing San Luis Obispo Council of Governments (SLOCOG), provided a presentation regarding Rideshare’s Bike Month. PUBLIC COMMENT ON ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA Don Hedrick, San Luis Obispo, spoke in support of change for the good and restoring the faith in the election system. Allison Grace representing Hopes Hands Massaging Wellness Center spoke regarding healing and restoration, noted she is in the process of filing for a non-profit trade school. Steve Barasch, San Luis Obispo, spoke regarding the need to deal with the Rental Housing Inspection Program policy issues, he requested that all parties involved with rental properties, both landlords and tenants receive notification when a complaint is filed. Odile Ayral, San Luis Obispo, spoke regarding Council recusals and conflicts of interest and questioned one’s ability to run for office when these conflicts will exist. Michelle Tassef, San Luis Obispo, spoke regarding victimization of illegal immigrants. Packet Pg 22 4 San Luis Obispo City Council Minutes of April 18, 2017 Page 5 Jadon Haught, speaking on behalf of Outside Now, spoke in support of Indigenous Peoples Day as a replacement to Christopher Columbus Day. Owen Richardson, representing Outside Now, spoke in support of Indigenous Peoples Day as a replacement to Christopher Columbus Day. Tyler Zane Key, speaking on behalf of Outside Now, spoke in support of Indigenous Peoples Day as a replacement to Christopher Columbus Day. Sage Taub, speaking on behalf of Outside Now, spoke in support of Indigenous Peoples Day as a replacement to Christopher Columbus Day. Noa Kamplain, speaking on behalf of Outside Now, spoke in support of Indigenous Peoples Day as a replacement to Christopher Columbus Day. Liliana Monge speaking on behalf of Outside Now spoke in support of Indigenous Peoples Day as a replacement to Christopher Columbus Day. Roberto Monge spoke in support of Indigenous Peoples Day as a replacement to Christopher Columbus Day and requested an item be placed on a future agenda. Violet Cavanaugh representing Northern Chumash Tribal Council provided a resolution and spoke in support of Indigenous Peoples Day as a replacement to Christopher Columbus Day. Susan Pendergast spoke in support of Indigenous Peoples Day as a replacement to Christopher Columbus Day. Bruce Severance, noted not being a local resident, stated he is a general contractor, energy analysis and combustion safety specialist, voiced support for the City’s Rental Housing Inspection Program stating that combustion safety issues and inspections are of great importance. Leslie Halls, San Luis Obispo, spoke regarding Westing House’s recent bankruptcy filing and its relevance to the closing of the Diablo Power Plant; additionally, she spoke regarding a pension obligation petition initiative recently filed in the City of San Diego. ---End of Public Comment--- Mayor Harmon requested consensus to place Indigenous Peoples Day on a future agenda. After clarification by City Manager Lichtig that the City does not recognize Columbus Day, Council Member Christianson provided an alternative option of presenting a proclamation in place of the suggested resolution. Mayor Harmon agreed and Council consensus was reached. CONSENT AGENDA ACTION: MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER PEASE, SECOND BY COUNCIL MEMBER CHRISTIANSON, CARRIED 5-0 to approve Consent Calendar Items 4 thru 8. 4. WAIVE READING IN FULL OF ALL RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES CARRIED 5-0, to waive reading of all resolutions and ordinances as appropriate. Packet Pg 23 4 San Luis Obispo City Council Minutes of April 18, 2017 Page 6 5. ACCEPTANCE OF SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENTS FOR TRACT 3057 (3080 ROCKVIEW, TR 202-13) CARRIED 5-0, to adopt Resolution 10791 (2017 Series) entitled “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo, California, accepting the public improvements, certifying completion of the private improvements, and authorizing release of the securities for Tract 3057 (3080 Rockview Place, TR 202-13).” 6. MADONNA – LOS OSOS VALLEY ROAD (LOVR) REHABILITATION PROJECT, SPECIFICATION NO. 91511 CARRIED 5-0, to: 1. Approve plans and specifications for the Madonna – Los Osos Valley Road (LOVR) Rehabilitation Project, Specification Number. 91511; and 2. Authorize staff to advertise for bids; and 3. Authorize the City Manager to award the construction contract including the Base Bid and any Additive Alternatives if the lowest responsible bid is within the Publicly Disclosed Funding Amount of $3,500,000 Public Comments: Don Hedrick, San Luis Obispo, noted the cost of this project and spoke in support of Council conversation on this item. ---End of Public Comment--- 7. 2015-16 CENTRAL SERVICE COST ALLOCATION PLANS AND COST OF SERVICES FEE CALCULATION CARRIED 5-0, to: 1. Approve the 2015-16 Central Service Cost Allocation Plans dated March 2017; and 2. Approve the Cost of Services Fee Calculation. 8. REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS - TRANSPORTATION PLANNING AND ENGINEERING ON-CALL SERVICES CARRIED 5-0, to: 1. Approve the Request for Qualifications (RFQ) to provide Transportation Planning & Engineering On-Call Services, Specification No. 100.50500.7227; and 2. Authorize the City Manager to execute agreements with selected consulting firms; and 3. Authorize the Finance Director or their designee to execute and amend Purchase Orders for individual consultant services contracts in an amount not-to-exceed the authorized Packet Pg 24 4 San Luis Obispo City Council Minutes of April 18, 2017 Page 7 project budget; and 4. Authorize the City Manager, or her designee, to amend or extend the agreement for services in accordance with its terms and within the available annual budget PUBLIC HEARING AND BUSINESS ITEMS 9. REPORT PURSUANT TO CALIFORNIA ELECTIONS CODE SECTION 9212 ON THE PROPOSED INITIATIVE MEASURE TO REPEAL CHAPTER 15.10 OF THE SAN LUIS OBISPO MUNICIPAL CODE ENTITLED “RENTAL HOUSING INSPECTION” AND TO ADOPT NEW CHAPTER 15.10 ENTITLED “NON- DISCRIMINATION IN HOUSING.” Community Development Director Codron and City Attorney Dietrick provided an in-depth staff report and responded to Council questions. Public Comments: Kevin Rice, San Luis Obispo, spoke regarding the City Attorneys role in the process. Dale Stoker, San Luis Obispo, speaking on behalf of SLOU40 voiced opposition to the proponent’s ordinance noting that it should not become City law. ---End of Public Comment--- By consensus, the Council received and filed a report on the potential impacts of the proposed Initiative Measure Repealing Chapter 15.10 of the San Luis Obispo Municipal Code entitled “Rental Housing Inspection” (RHIP) and adopting New Chapter 15.10 Entitled “Non-Discrimination in Housing.” 10. INTRODUCE AN ORDINANCE REGARDING RENTAL HOUSING INSPECTION AND NON-DISCRIMINATION IN HOUSING OR PROVIDE DIRECTION TO RETURN WITH DOCUMENTS TO ORDER A SPECIAL ELECTION City Clerk Gallagher provided an in-depth staff report and responded to Council questions. Public Comments: Michelle Tasseff, San Luis Obispo, stated having second thoughts regarding signing the Rental Housing Inspection Housing initiative petition. Kevin Rice, San Luis Obispo, SLO Voice Treasure, stated that Councils only choice tonight is to either adopt the proponent’s ordinance or call for an election. Stew Jenkins, San Luis Obispo, Initiative Proponent, stated that Councils only choice tonight is to adopt the proponent’s ordinance or call for an election. Steve Delmartini, stated his belief that most registered voters who signed the petition were not fully aware of what they were signing. Packet Pg 25 4 San Luis Obispo City Council Minutes of April 18, 2017 Page 8 ---End of Public Comment--- ACTION: MOTION BY VICE MAYOR RIVOIRE, SECOND BY COUNCIL MEMBER CHRISTIANSON, CARRIED 5-0 to direct the City Clerk to prepare the necessary documents to call for an All Mail Ballot Special Election pursuant to Elections Code § 1405(a). RECESS Council recessed at 7:55 p.m. and reconvened at 8:10 p.m., with all Council Members present. CONTINUED BUSINESS ITEM 2 FROM THE 4:00 P.M. REGULAR MEETING 2. STRATEGIC BUDGET DIRECTION AND MAJOR CITY GOAL WORK PROGRAMS FOR THE 2017-19 FINANCIAL PLAN City Manager Lichtig, Interim Finance Director Bradford, Contract Budget Manager Steck provided an in-depth staff report with the use of a Power Point presentation and responded to Council questions. Additional staff members presented reports or responded to questions as requested. Public Comments: Rob Davidson, San Luis Obispo, speaking on behalf of Friends of Laguna Lake, spoke in support of funding the dredging project. Dominic Tartaglia, San Luis Obispo, speaking on behalf of the Downtown Association, spoke in support of placemaking. Jonathan Roberts, San Luis Obispo, spoke in support of funding bicycle projects. Robin Schwartz, San Luis Obispo, spoke in support of Safe Routes to School Program bicycling and safety infrastructure. Erik Justisen, San Luis Obispo, local business owner, spoke in support of the climate action goal through housing. Myron Amerine, spoke in support of a multi modal transportation. Ermina Karim, San Luis Obispo, and CEO of San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce noted support for housing, multi modal transportation, fiscal sustainability and climate action; she suggested focus be placed on programs that produce the highest impacts on achieving these goals. Geri La Chance, San Luis Obispo employer, spoke in support of fiscal sustainability and suggested implementing a third-party task force. Lea Brooks, San Luis Obispo, speaking on behalf of Bike SLO County, spoke in support of safe routes goals. Packet Pg 26 4 San Luis Obispo City Council Minutes of April 18, 2017 Page 9 Don Hedrick, San Luis Obispo, spoke in support of excavating Laguna Lake and government living within its means. Kristen Hazard, San Luis Obispo, spoke in support of climate action. Eric Meyer, San Luis Obispo, spoke in support of safe routes goals; he noted the lack of a full-time City expert on Climate Action. ---End of Public Comment--- By consensus, the Council received, provided direction and filed a report on Strategic Budget direction and Major City Goal Work Programs for the 2017-19 Financial Plan RECESS Council recessed at 10:10 p.m. and reconvened at 10:20 p.m., with all Council Members present. COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS AND LIAISON REPORTS Mayor Harmon reiterated a desire by Council at a previously held Council Workshop to discuss at a future meeting the time allocated to Public Comment for items not on the agenda. City Manager Lichtig acknowledged the departure of KCBX Broadcast Technician, Christopher Shelby and thanked him for his many years of hard work and dedication to the City during both Council and Planning Commission meetings. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned to the next Regular City Council Meeting which is scheduled for Tuesday, May 2, 2017 at 6:00 p.m., in the Council Chamber, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, California. __________________________ Carrie Gallagher City Clerk APPROVED BY COUNCIL: XX/XX/2017 Packet Pg 27 4 San Luis Obispo Page 1 Tuesday, May 02, 2017 Regular Meeting of the City Council CALL TO ORDER A Regular Meeting of the San Luis Obispo City Council was called to order on Tuesday, May 02, 2017 at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber, located at 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, California, by Mayor Harmon. ROLL CALL Council Members Present: Council Members Carlyn Christianson, Aaron Gomez, Andy Pease, Vice Mayor Dan Rivoire, and Mayor Heidi Harmon. Council Members Absent: None City Staff Present: Katie Lichtig, City Manager; Christine Dietrick, City Attorney; Derek Johnson, Assistant City Manager; and Carrie Gallagher, City Clerk; were present at Roll Call. Other staff members presented reports or responded to questions as indicated in the minutes. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Council Member Andy Pease led the Pledge of Allegiance. PRESENTATIONS 1. PRESENTATION - MAYOR'S AWARD TO LAGUNA MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS Mayor Harmon and Council Members presented the Mayor’s Awards for Community Service to Laguna Middle School students for completing community service. 2. PRESENTATION - PLATINUM AWARD FOR CIVIC ENGAGEMENT PRESENTED BY ASHLEY TRIM, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF THE DAVENPORT INSTITUTE AT PEPPERDINE UNIVERSITY Ashley Trim, Executive Director of the Davenport Institute at Pepperdine University, provided a presentation regarding the Platinum Award for Civic Engagement. Packet Pg 28 4 San Luis Obispo City Council Minutes of May 02, 2017 Page 2 PROCLAMATIONS 3. PROCLAMATION - MUNICIPAL CLERKS WEEK Mayor Harmon presented a proclamation to Carrie Gallagher, representing the San Luis Obispo City Clerk’s Office, declaring May 7-13, 2017 as “Municipal Clerks Week.” PUBLIC COMMENT ON ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA Steve Pax, San Luis Obispo, speaking in support of SB562 Healthy California, requested Council support for the bill. David Brodie, San Luis Obispo, spoke regarding climate change and in support of a climate action plan. Don Hedrick, San Luis Obispo, spoke regarding Geo Engineering and Chem Trail effects on humans. Sean Steavy spoke in support of publicly funded elections. Sharon O’Leary, Los Osos, spoke in support of publicly funded elections. Michael Latner, speaking on behalf of Citizens Congress spoke in favor of publicly funded elections. Nick Andre speaking on behalf of San Luis Obispo Progressive Democratic Club spoke in support of publicly funded elections. Claire Grether speaking on behalf of Citizens Congress spoke in support of democracy vouchers and publicly funded elections. Michael Costello spoke in support of democracy vouchers and publicly funded elections. Sydnee Raphael speaking for Carol Rosewood spoke in support of democracy vouchers and publicly funded elections. Bill McCarthy, San Luis Obispo spoke in support of democracy vouchers and publicly funded elections through campaign finance reform. Jean’ne Blackwell, San Luis Obispo spoke in support of democracy vouchers and publicly funded elections. Tim Jouet, San Luis Obispo spoke in support of integrity in elections. Kayne Randolph, spoke in support of integrity in elections. Savanna Cooper, Grover Beach, spoke in support of publicly funded elections. Stephen Vines, representing the NAACP, spoke in support of campaign finance reform. Packet Pg 29 4 San Luis Obispo City Council Minutes of May 02, 2017 Page 3 Lanyce Mills, San Luis Obispo, speaking on behalf of resident John Ashbaugh, read from a letter in support of agenizing public financing. Bill Ostrander spoke in support of democracy vouchers and publicly funded elections. Michelle Tasseff, spoke in support of local residents needs and priorities noting that many public speakers tonight are from outside of the City and do not represent the majority. Maia Kiley, spoke in support of integrity in elections. Debbie Peterson, Grover Beach, speaking on behalf of Citizens Congress spoke in support of publicly funded elections. ---End of Public Comment--- Mayor Harmon questioned City Attorney Dietrick regarding Health Care Bill Support and how it relates to the Legislative platform; Mayor Harmon spoke in support of agandizing a resolution to support the Health Care bill, Vice Mayor Rivoire and Council Member Pease supported bringing the item back in the future to support the bill as a resolution. Mayor Harmon spoke in support of agendizing campaign finance reform, however due to lack of support by Council consensus, this matter was tabled indefinitely. CONSENT AGENDA ACTION: MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER PEASE, SECOND BY COUNCIL MEMBER CHRISTIANSON, CARRIED 5-0 to approve Consent Calendar Items 4 thru 8 4. WAIVE READING IN FULL OF ALL RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES CARRIED 5-0, to waive reading of all resolutions and ordinances as appropriate. 5. MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS OF FEBRUARY 21, 2017 CARRIED 5-0, to approve the Minutes of the City Council meeting of February 21, 2017 6. MARSH STREET BRIDGE REPLACEMENT CARRIED 5-0, to adopt Resolution 10792 (2017 Series) entitled “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo, California, certifying the final Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the Marsh Street Bridge Replacement Project.” 7. HOUSING AUTHORITY REQUEST TO REASSIGN LEASE FOR CITY OWNED PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1090 AND 1092 ORCUTT ROAD, AND 1105 LAUREL LANE CARRIED 5-0, to approve and authorize the City Manager to execute a reassignment of the Lease Agreement for City owned property located on Orcutt Road from the Housing Authority of the City of San Luis Obispo to SLO 55 Limited Partnership. Packet Pg 30 4 San Luis Obispo City Council Minutes of May 02, 2017 Page 4 8. WATER METER STANDARD AND REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL SPECIFICATION NO. 91456 CARRIED 5-0, to: 1. Adopt a City standard for water meters sized 3/4 inch, 1 inch, 1 1/2 inch, and 2 inch; and 2. Approve a Request for Proposal under Specification No. 91456 for annual purchase of water meters; and 3. Authorize the City Manager to approve contract for water meter purchases not to exceed the annually budgeted amount as approved by Council. PUBLIC HEARING AND BUSINESS ITEMS 9. PUBLIC HEARING - TAX AND EQUITY FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY ACT (TEFRA) HEARING REGARDING THE HOUSING AUTHORITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO ISSUANCE OF A TAX-EXEMPT DEBT OBLIGATION TO FINANCE CONSTRUCTION OF 46 AFFORDABLE HOUSING UNITS AT 3680 BROAD STREET Community Development Director Codron and Acting Housing Programs Manager Wiseman provided an in-depth staff report and responded to Council questions. Public Comments: Scott Smith, speaking on behalf of HASLO San Luis Obispo, spoke regarding tax exempt bonds and the TEFRA process. ---End of Public Comment--- ACTION: MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER CHRISTIANSON, SECOND BY VICE MAYOR RIVOIRE, CARRIED 5-0 to: 1. Conduct a public hearing under the Tax and Equity Fiscal Responsibility Act (TEFRA) of 1982 and pursuant to the requirements of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986; and 2. Adopt Resolution 10793 (2017 Series) entitled “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo, California, approving the incurring of a tax-exempt obligation by the Housing Authority of the City of San Luis Obispo for the purpose of providing financing for the development of Iron Works Apartments” located at 3680 Broad Street. 10. PUBLIC HEARING - TAX AND EQUITY FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY ACT (TEFRA) HEARING REGARDING THE HOUSING AUTHORITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO ISSUANCE OF A TAX-EXEMPT BOND TO ACQUIRE AND REHABILITATE 55 AFFORDABLE HOUSING UNITS AT 1092 ORCUTT ROAD, 1102 IRONBARK, AND 1363 PISMO STREET Packet Pg 31 4 San Luis Obispo City Council Minutes of May 02, 2017 Page 5 Community Development Director Codron and Acting Housing Programs Manager Wiseman provided an in-depth staff report and responded to Council questions. Public Comments: None ---End of Public Comment--- ACTION: MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER CHRISTIANSON, SECOND BY COUNCIL MEMBER GOMEZ, CARRIED 5-0 to: 1. Conduct a public hearing under the Tax and Equity Fiscal Responsibility Act (TEFRA) of 1982 and pursuant to the requirements of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. 2. Adopt Resolution 10794 (2017 Series) entitled “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo, California, approving the incurring of a tax-exempt obligation by the Housing Authority of the City of San Luis Obispo for the purpose of providing financing for the acquisition and rehabilitation of Laurel Creek, Ironbark and Pismo Buchon Apartments.” 11. PUBLIC HEARING – ORDINANCE INTRODUCTION - REVIEW OF AMENDMENTS TO MUNICIPAL CODE TITLE 17: ZONING REGULATIONS, ASSOCIATED WITH ACCESSORY DWELLING UNIT PROVISIONS WITH A STATUTORY EXEMPTION FROM ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW Community Development Director Codron and Acting Housing Programs Manager Wiseman provided an in-depth staff report and responded to Council questions. Public Comments: Steven Lefler, VP of Newport Pacific Modular Lifestyles, spoke regarding ADU law and benefits of factory built housing. Claire Grether, San Luis Obispo, spoke regarding a desperate housing situation and requested a fast track for ADU’s. Michelle Tasseff, San Luis Obispo, spoke in favor of hardship waivers. Greg Wynn, San Luis Obispo, spoke in favor of the ADU ordinance however stated it needs a vision to minimize burden. John Galbreath, stated he lives in a City affordable housing unit, he spoke regarding a need for residents to have an option to purchase these units. LynAnne Wiest, San Luis Obispo, spoke in support of an increase in rental and ADU stock. Anne Wyatt, representing Home Share SLO, noted the availability of approximately 10 shared homes, she encouraged Council to go forward with State law and further and supports 150 square Packet Pg 32 4 San Luis Obispo City Council Minutes of May 02, 2017 Page 6 feet. Don Hedrick, San Luis Obispo, spoke regarding success stories of tiny house living. Mila Vuyovich–Le Barre, San Luis Obispo spoke in support of the placement of affordable ADU’s at the Sunny Acres sober living facility. ---End of Public Comment--- RECESS Council recessed at 8:20 p.m. and reconvened at 8:35 p.m., with all Council Members present. ACTION: MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER CHRISTIANSON, SECOND BY COUNCIL MEMBER GOMEZ, CARRIED 5-0 to introduce Ordinance 1634 (2017 Series) entitled “An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo, California, amending Title 17 (Zoning Regulations) of the Municipal Code associated with accessory dwelling units with a statutory exemption from environmental review (CODE-0107-2017).” As amended: Item F to read: owner occupied exemption granted by the director in one year increments not to exceed 5 year maximum based on a showing of a hardship 12. REVIEW AND ACCEPTANCE OF THE 2016 GENERAL PLAN ANNUAL REPORT (GENP-0244-2017) Community Development Director Codron and Planning Technician Orozco provided an in- depth staff report and responded to Council questions. Public Comments: None ---End of Public Comment--- By consensus, Council directed staff to receive and file the presentation of the Review and Acceptance of the 2016 General Plan Annual Report. 13. DISCUSSION OF A POTENTIAL CITY COUNCIL INITIATED ALTERNATIVE TO THE CURRENTLY QUALIFIED RENTAL HOUSING INSPECTION INITIATIVE BALLOT MEASURE ON THE UPCOMING ALL MAIL SPECIAL ELECTION City Manager Lichtig and City Attorney Dietrick provided an in-depth staff report and responded to Council questions. Public Comments: Leslie Hall spoke in support of adopting the proponent’s ordinance to save taxpayers the cost of an election. Packet Pg 33 4 San Luis Obispo City Council Minutes of May 02, 2017 Page 7 Don Hedrick, San Luis Obispo, questioned whether the City was in violation of the law by amending the agenda to include this item. Michelle Tasseff, San Luis Obispo, noted signing the petition without knowing all the details; she does not support the ordinance. ---End of Public Comment--- Council consensus was reached and direction provided to not bring back language to add an alternative council initiated measure to the special election ballot. COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS AND LIAISON REPORTS Council Member Pease spoke regarding citizens’ concerns regarding traffic impacts due to the recent City marathon, additionally, she noted attending the Latino Outreach Council meeting last month and stated that valuable resources are available to local undocumented residents. Vice Mayor Rivoire reported attending “Walk a Mile in Her Shoes”, he noted other local officials in attendance and the fundraising efforts achieved. Council Member Gomez reported attending “Walk a Mile in Her Shoes” event as well as the League of California Channel Counties dinner; he noted receiving valuable information regarding upcoming state and local level housing bills. Mayor Harmon reported attending a Cal Poly undocumented students event, the Senior Center and noted their need for a new van, as well as attending the “Take Back the Night” event, in addition to the “Day of the Child” at Pacheco she ran the half marathon and noted moving forward on the neighborhood walking program. She stated a desire to revisit the public comment issue. City Manager Lichtig restated the Council direction as provided at the recent Council Retreat in regards to changes to Public Comment for Items not on the Agenda; discussion ensued regarding Councils flexibility to make changes. Council consensus was reached to add an item to the next agenda in regards to this item. Mayor Harmon suggested agendizing a tiny home distributor, decision was reached to instead include this individual in a Citywide outreach effort as opposed to a future agenda. City Manager Lichtig added information regarding the May 12th Inaugural event “Coffee with a Cop” as presented by the Police Department created to engage the community in casual conversation regarding issues important to their neighborhood. Assistant City Manager Johnson provided an update on the upcoming Amgen Tour of California events within the City. Packet Pg 34 4 San Luis Obispo City Council Minutes of May 02, 2017 Page 8 ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned to the next Regular City Council Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, May 16, 2017 at 6:00 p.m., in the Council Chamber, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, California. __________________________ Carrie Gallagher City Clerk APPROVED BY COUNCIL: XX/XX/2017 Packet Pg 35 4 San Luis Obispo Page 1 Tuesday, May 30, 2017 Special Meeting of the City Council CALL TO ORDER A Special Meeting of the San Luis Obispo City Council was called to order on Tuesday, May 30, 2017 at 9:00 a.m. in the Council Chamber, located at 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, California, by Mayor Harmon. ROLL CALL Council Members Present: Council Members Carlyn Christianson, Aaron Gomez, Andy Pease, Vice Mayor Dan Rivoire, and Mayor Heidi Harmon. Council Members Absent: None City Staff Present: Katie Lichtig, City Manager; Christine Dietrick, City Attorney; Derek Johnson, Assistant City Manager; and Carrie Gallagher, City Clerk; were present at Roll Call. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Council Member Aaron Gomez led the Pledge of Allegiance. BUSINESS ITEMS 1. AS AUTHORIZED BY ELECTIONS CODE § 9282, REVIEW AND FINALIZE COUNCIL BALLOT ARGUMENTS AGAINST MEASURE B-17 – RE: RENTAL HOUSING INSPECTIONS Public Comments: None ---End of Public Comment--- Packet Pg 36 4 San Luis Obispo City Council Minutes of May 30, 2017 Page 2 1. Discuss and finalize Council Ballot arguments against Measure B-17; and 2. Determine order of authors for publication in the Voters Information Guide and sign Form of Statement To Be Filed By Authors of Arguments. By consensus, Council accepted and approved the draft Argument against Measure B-17 for submission as written by Council Members Christianson and Gomez. The Form of Statement to Be Filed by Authors of Arguments was circulated amongst Council and signatures obtained in the order they are to appear in the Voter Information Guide. 2. AS AUTHORIZED BY ELECTIONS CODE § 9285, DISCUSS AND FINALIZE COUNCIL REBUTTAL TO ARGUMENTS IN FAVOR OF MEASURE B-17 RE: RENTAL HOUSING INSPECTIONS Public Comments: None ---End of Public Comment--- 1. Discuss and make determination of Authors of Argument to authorize others to prepare, submit and sign the Rebuttal to the Argument; and 2. If necessary, sign form of Authorization For Another Person To Sign Rebuttal Argument. By consensus, Council agreed to authorize others then themselves to prepare, submit and sign a Rebuttal Argument to any argument received in favor of Measure B-17. The form giving authorization for others to prepare, submit and sign the Rebuttal to the Argument was circulated and signed by a majority of the Council. ADJOURNMENT Adjourn to a Special City Council Meeting to be held on Thursday, June 1, 2017 at 5:00 p.m. in the City Council Chamber, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, California, to hold a preliminary budget workshop. The next Regular City Council Meeting will be held on Tuesday, June 6, 2017 at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chamber, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, California. __________________________ Carrie Gallagher City Clerk APPROVED BY COUNCIL: XX/XX/2017 Packet Pg 37 4 Page intentionally left blank. Packet Pg 38 4