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Agenda
REVENUE ENHANCEMENT OVERSIGHT COMMISSION
Wednesday, March 18, 2020
5:30 p.m. REGULAR MEETING Council Chamber
990 Palm Street
San Luis Obispo, CA
CALL TO ORDER Chair Chris Coates
ROLL CALL: Commissioners Jeannette McClure, Vice-Chair Ken Kienow, and Michael
Multari
PUBLIC COMMENT: At this time, people may address the Commission about items not on
the agenda. Persons wishing to speak should come forward and state their name and address.
Comments are limited to three minutes per person. Items raised at this time are generally referred
to staff and, if action by the Commission is necessary, may be scheduled for a future meeting.
CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES
1. Draft Minutes of the Revenue Enhancement Oversight Commission of December 12,
2019
BUSINESS ITEMS
2. Annual Audit Review
Recommendation: Review the audited financial statements contained in the 2018-19
Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for the Local Revenue Measure (Brigitte Elke &
Debbie Malicoat).
3. Proposed Capital Improvement Plan Adjustments to Address Cost of Construction
Escalation.
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Recommendation:
1) Approve the proposed Capital Improvement Plan funding revisions to address escalation
of construction costs and needed funding augmentation.
2) Recommend to the City Council the appropriation of $1,556,047 from 2018-19 Local
Revenue Measure (LRM) Fund Balance as noted in the Comprehensive Annual Financial
Report (CAFR) for completing capital projects due an increase in construction costs. (Matt
Horn)
4. Draft 2018-19 Annual Community Report Review
Recommendation: Review the draft 2018-19 Annual Community Report and Report in Brief
and provide feedback. (Ryan Betz).
5. SLO Forward Presentation (Ryan Betz & Greg Hermann)
COMMENT AND DISCUSSION
6. Staff Updates
7. Commission Communications
ADJOURNMENT
The next Regular Meeting of the Revenue Enhancement Oversight Commission will occur
in April with a date to be determined.
The City of San Luis Obispo wishes to make all of its public meetings accessible to the
public. Upon request, this agenda will be made available in appropriate alternative formats to
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Minutes - DRAFT
REVENUE ENHANCEMENT OVERSIGHT COMMISSION
Thursday, December 12, 2019
Regular Meeting of the Revenue Enhancement Oversight Commission
CALL TO ORDER
A Regular Meeting of the San Luis Obispo Revenue Enhancement Oversight Commission was
called to order on Thursday, December 12, 2019 at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Hearing Room, located
at 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, California, by Chair Christopher Coates.
ROLL CALL
Present: Commissioners Ken Kienow, Jeannette McClure, Michael Multari and Chair
Christopher Coates
Absent: Commissioner Winston Newland
Staff: Deputy City Manager Greg Hermann and Assistant to the City Manager Ryan Betz
PUBLIC COMMENT ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA
None
--End of Public Comment--
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. Consideration of Minutes of the Continued Regular Revenue Enhancement Oversight
Commission Meeting of April 4, 2019:
ACTION: UPON MOTION BY COMMISSIONER MULTARI, SECONDED BY
COMMISSIONER MCCLURE CARRIED 4-0-1 (Commissioner Newland absent), to approve
the Minutes of the Continued Regular Revenue Enhancement Oversight Commission Meeting
of April 4, 2019, as presented.
BUSINESS ITEMS
2. Review Purpose of the Revenue Enhancement Oversight Commission and Elect Officers
Assistant to the City Manager Betz presented the staff report and responded to Commissioner
inquiries.
Public Comment
None
--End of Public Comment--
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ACTION: UPON MOTION BY COMMISSIONER MULTARI, SECONDED BY
COMMISSIONER COATES, CARRIED 4-0-1 (Commissioner Newland absent) to elect
Commissioner Jeannette McClure to serve as Vice Chair for a one-year term.
ACTION: UPON MOTION BY COMMISSIONER COATES, SECONDED BY
COMMISSIONER KIENOW, CARRIED 4-0-1 (Commissioner Newland absent) to elect
Chair Christopher Coates to serve another one-year term as Chair.
3. Budget Reallocation of the Police Department Facility Parking Lot Maintenance Project
Supervising Civil Engineer Nelson presented the staff report and responded to Commissioner
inquiries.
Public Comment
None
--End of Public Comment—
ACTION: UPON MOTION BY CHAIR COATES, SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER
KEINOW, CARRIED 4-0-1 (Commissioner Newland absent) to, forward a recommendation
to the City Council to approve the reallocation of Local Revenue Measure funding for the
Police Station Parking Lot Maintenance project to other ongoing City Facility Parking Lot
Maintenance projects identified in the 19-21 Financial Plan.
4. 2018-19 Annual Community Report and Citizen Oversight Meeting
Assistant to the City Manager Betz presented the staff report and responded to Commissioner
inquiries.
Public Comment
None
--End of Public Comment—
ACTION: UPON MOTION BY CHAIR COATES, SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER
MCCLURE, CARRIED 4-0-1 (Commissioner Newland absent) to appoint Chair Coates and
Commissioner Kienow to serve on a sub-committee to assist in the development of the 2018-
19 Annual Community Report.
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5. Resident Focus Group and Survey Results Regarding Funding Priorities
City Manager Derek Johnson presented the staff report and responded to Commissioner
inquiries.
Public Comment
None
--End of Public Comment—
ACTION: UPON MOTION BY COMMISSIONER MULARTI, SECONDED BY
COMMISSIONER KEINOW, CARRIED 4-0-1 (Commissioner Newland absent) to continue
public education and outreach efforts and to keep the commission informed of the results of
those efforts.
COMMENT AND DISCUSSION
Greg Hermann Interim Deputy City Manager provided an agenda forecast.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 7:06 p.m. The next Regular Revenue Enhancement Oversight
Commission meeting is scheduled for March 18, 2020 at 5:30 p.m., in the Council Chamber, 990
Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, California.
APPROVED BY THE REVENUE ENHANCEMENT OVERSIGHT COMMISSION: XX/XX/2020
Revenue Enhancement Oversight Commission
Agenda Report Meeting Date: 3/18/2020
Item Number: 2
DATE: March 18, 2020
FROM: Brigitte Elke, Finance Director
Prepared By: Debbie Malicoat, Accounting Manager/Controller
SUBJECT: REVIEW OF AUDITED 2018-19 FINANCIALS
RECOMMENDATION
Review the audited financial statements contained in the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report
(CAFR) for the Local Revenue Measure.
DISCUSSION
Ordinance No. 1605, establishes the Citizens’ Revenue Enhancement Oversight Commission (REOC)
and includes specific citizen oversight and fiscal accountability provisions for the Local Revenue
Measure. These provisions include an annual review of the financial statements for the Local Revenue
Measure as included in the City’s CAFR:
2.14.040(C.) Annual Audit. The REOC shall meet annually to review the financial statements
contained in the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for the Essential Services Measure.
On March 17, 2020, the City Council is recommended to accepted the CAFR for fiscal year 2018-19.
As required by the City Charter, the financial statements for the City (including the Local Revenue
Measure) were audited by independent certified public accountants. The objective of a financial audit is
to provide users of the financial reports with reasonable assurance, from an independent source, that the
reports are reliable. The auditor, Badawi and Associates, issued the financial statements with a ‘clean
opinion’ which means that they are presented fairly and in conformity with generally accepted
accounting principles. As a matter of clarification, LRM funds are a sub-fund of the General Fund and
as such the schedules on pages 107 – 109 contained in the CAFR are for informational purposes only.
The table below shows $1,556,047 available for future year appropriations in the Local Revenue
Measure fund at the end of fiscal year 2018-19. The amount available is due to over-realized revenues,
savings in operations due to staffing turnover, and capital project savings. For example, revenues were
budgeted in the amount of $7,373,084, however, actual revenues received were $8,428,163, including
$102,933 in investment income. This presents a positive variance of $952,146 to the budgeted amounts.
At the end of fiscal year 2018-19, the Local Revenue Measure had a fund balance of $6,329,722, of
which $4,773,675 remains assigned for capital projects already approved by the REOC and the City
Council.
An excerpt from the CAFR Transmittal Memorandum with a summary of the audited expenditures and
revenues is included below. The complete CAFR is available online at www.slocity.org/budget.
City of San Luis Obispo, Title, Subtitle
Half Percent Sales Tax Measure
Expenditures: 2018-19
Operating Capital
Programs Projects Total
Preservation of Essential Services
Public Safety 575,310 25,901 601,211
Community Development 269,025 795,165 1,064,190
Transportation 1,085,216 3,366,119 4,450,335
Leisure, cultural and social services 187,245 492,825 680,070
General Government - 1,368,994 1,368,994
Total $ 2,116,796 $ 6,049,004 $ 8,165,800
Half Percent Sale Tax Measure Revenues &
Uses Summary
Revenues:
Sales and use tax - Measure G 1/2 Cent add-on
tax $ 8,325,230
Use of money and property 102,933
Total Revenues 8,428,163
Uses:
Operating Programs (2,116,796)
Capital Projects (6,049,004)
Total Uses (8,165,800)
Excess of revenues over expenditures 262,363
Prior Sales Tax Measure Balance 6,067,359
Encumbered or designated for carryover for
future year expenditures (4,773,675)
Net available for future year appropriations $ 1,556,047
Revenue Enhancement Oversight Commission
Agenda Report Meeting Date: 3/18/20
Item Number: 3
DATE: March 18, 2020
FROM: Shelly Stanwyck, Assistant City Manager / Interim Public Works Director
Prepared By: Matt Horn, Deputy Director of Public Works / City Engineer
Brian Nelson, Supervising Civil Engineer
SUBJECT: PROPOSED CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN ADJUSTMENTS TO ADDRESS
COST OF CONSTRUCTION ESCALATION
RECOMMENDATION
1. Approve the proposed Capital Improvement Plan funding revisions to address escalation of
construction costs and needed funding augmentation.
2. Recommend to the City Council the appropriation of $1,556,047 from 2018-19 Local Revenue
Measure (LRM) Fund Balance as noted in the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR)
to recommended projects to be used for increased construction costs.
DISCUSSION
Background
On February 18, 2020, the City Council received its 2019-20 Mid-Year Budget Review report. The
purpose of that report is to update the Council and the community on City work programs, workload,
performance measures, and changes in financial positions. An update on the status of the Capital
Improvement Plan (CIP) was also provided. Significant progress on the CIP have been made including
non-LRM projects for the City’s Utilities Department, as well as the 2019 paving and multiple bridge
replacement projects including the El Capitan Pedestrian Bridge and the Meadow Park Pedestrian
Bridge.
The City’s Capital Budget is prepared over a multi-year period and focuses on the maintenance of
existing infrastructure and new projects to advance the Major City Goals and adopted plans. CIP projects
are prioritized based upon the asset’s current condition, available funding, and the time needed for design
and construction. In some instances, projects may be accelerated if an asset is starting to fail or may be
deferred to enable other priority projects to be completed. CIP projects are required, depending on the
budget amount, to be reviewed by the City Council or City Manager prior to construction. This typically
involves the City Council issuing requests to authorize a project for bidding and awarding contracts for
construction. During that process further budget and project specification adjustments occur.
Unprecedented Escalation in Construction Costs
Currently, the construction industry is facing unprecedented uncertainty in costs, labor supply, and
conditions. Multiple City projects have come in well above engineers’ estimates’ and have had to be
rebid and/or returned to the City Council for further funding allocations. The costs of materials are
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escalating far more rapidly than indexes can predict and the construction industry is facing a labor
shortage. Recently, several CIP projects received no bids, which is an unusual occurrence. Global
uncertainty in the financial markets and the world in general, due to stock volatility and the COVID-19,
have created further turmoil in this industry. This challenge is not isolated to San Luis Obispo as other
cities in the State are facing similar conditions. To address the impacts of this disruption, some
reprioritization of CIP projects is being recommended so that the City can deliver a successful CIP
through the end of this two-year Financial Plan. Staff is proposing to reprioritize capital projects to those
that can be completed by June 2021 or that will receive significant steps towards completion during that
time period. Given finite resources, the recommendation results in deferrals of some projects to the next
Financial Plan.
Cost of Construction Escalation and Adjusted Capital Budget
Given the challenges described above, and in preparation of both the mid-year review of the City’s
budget, and the preparation for the “summer construction season”, staff took a comprehensive review of
all general fund CIP projects within the context of the uncertainties and volatility. As a result, there are
recommended changes to the CIP projects list that arise from a wide variety of reasons including:
1. Insufficient funds due to escalating costs.
2. Insufficient funds due to shortages in other funding sources including the Road Maintenance and
Rehabilitation Act (RMRA or SB 1).
3. Project is not ready – new conditions discovered, design work has taken longer, or scope has
been modified to mitigate impacts.
4. Required Right of Way has not been secured.
5. A private development project has been conditioned to do the project and a future partnership
project will ensure that the City saves money and expedites delivery.
6. There is a Plan that will guide/define the project scope or priority that is almost complete
including the Parks and Recreation Element and Master Plan Update and the Active
Transportation Plan.
7. A project has emerged that is a safety project for staff to perform their jobs or the public to be
secure.
8. The project is needed for cleanliness reasons, mitigate the community impacts of homelessness,
or enhance resiliency of businesses.
9. Development driven projects implementing critical infrastructure must be accelerated or are
needed to address impacts.
In preparing to meet the objectives of the City’s Major City Goals and Capital Budget, staff have taken
a close look at the CIP project list for the 2019-21 Financial Plan and have concluded that there are
changes which are recommended to ensure timely completion of projects. A focused, reprioritization of
the CIP that will achieve the larger goals and objectives of the Council, REOC, and community and will
be sufficiently funded during this unprecedented construction cost escalation has been carefully assessed
by staff and is described in detail below.
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Capital Projects Overall
The following is a list of CIP projects that have been completed within the first half of the 2019-20 Fiscal
Year or are currently being constructed and will be complete soon. The summary below reflects
expenditures from the City’s General Capital Outlay, Local Revenue Measure, SB 1, Zone 9, Water and
Sewer funds and shows the comprehensive enhancements to the City of San Luis Obispo that the Capital
Engineering Program provides.
Completed 2019-21 Capital Projects
Project Status
Approx.
Construction
Budget
*South Broad Street Pavement Improvements Completed in October $2,270,500
Casa/Murray Waterline Replacements Ongoing. $2,055,000
Stafford-Kentucky-Taft Sewer Replacement Ongoing. Completion targeted
November $1,230,000
Osos-Leff-Santa Barbara Sewer Replacement Completed in September $1,103,000
Sewer Lining 2016 Substantially Completed in August $524,000
Foothill Pipe Bursting Completed in November $250,000
Sewer Lining 2019 Completed in October $228,000
*Meadow Park Pedestrian Bridge
Replacement Ongoing. $200,000
Council Chamber Audio / Video Replacement Ongoing. $175,000
*Pickleball Courts Completed in September $167,000
*Dispatch HVAC Replacement Completed in October $151,000
Water Treatment Plant Wash Water Tank
Recoat Completed in December $138,000
El Capitan Pedestrian Bridge Replacement Completed in December $96,000
Silt Removal 2019 Completed in October $97,000
*Swim Center Therapy Pool Re-Plaster Completed in September $96,000
*Fire Station 4 Emergency Backup Generator Completed in September $94,000
*City Hall Painting Completed in September $40,000
*Fire Station 3 Painting Completed in August $10,000
Total Budget for Completed or Active Projects $8,924,500
*Indicates project that was delivered using LRM Funds
LRM Adjustments Recommended: Deferral or Reduced and Funding Augmentation
At this time, because the City has experienced over-realized revenues, unprecedented construction costs,
and project timing constraints, there are projects that are recommended for reprioritization, deferral, and
funding augmentation. To continue to achieve the important priorities set out in the 2019-21 Financial
Plan and to achieve the Council’s Major City Goal work program, and companion CIP projects to those
work programs, below are the projects recommended for reprioritization, deferral, and funding
augmentation. By deferring or reducing funding some projects, funds are then made available to those
projects that are ready and constructible in this time period. The projects are consistent with the nine
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local revenue measure priorities and have either been previously funded by LRM (and need added funds)
or are consistent with the same and are recommended for funding.
Project List Recommended for Deferral or Reduced Funding until Future Financial Plan
Project Amount Notes
LRM Priority: Bicycle and Pedestrian Improvements
Bob Jones Octagon
Barn $(40,255)
Not ready for construction. Portion of the project is complete
(environmental study and design) but a construction grant has not
been obtained.
Bob Jones Trail
Prefumo Creek
Connections
$(216,000)
Recommended to be deferred until the completion of the Active
Transportation Plan and Froom Ranch Specific Plan. As part of
the mitigation conditions, the developer of Froom Ranch is
required to build the path.
Downtown Vitality -
Broad Street $(115,900)
Project is still in the design phase and recommended for deferral
until the 2021-23 Financial Plan. This delay provides
construction relief to surrounding businesses from the recent
construction of a neighboring hotel.
Meadow Park
Pathway Maintenance $(137,000)
Recommended to be deferred pending the adoption of the Parks
and Recreation Element and Master Plan update which includes a
prioritized list of projects. In addition, the current level of
funding is insufficient in this construction cost/bid climate.
LRM Priority: Parks & Recreation/Senior Programs and Facilities
Cheng Park
Revitalization $(50,000)
The project is scheduled to be completed after the Marsh Street
Bridge Replacement. The project will not require funding for
design services.
Jack House Repairs $(16,500)
Recommended to be deferred pending the adoption of the Parks
and Recreation Element and Master Plan update which includes a
prioritized list of projects.
Emerson Park Fitness
Equipment $(100,000)
Recommended to be deferred pending the adoption of the Parks
and Recreation Element and Master Plan update which includes a
prioritized list of projects. In addition, the current level of
funding is insufficient in this construction cost/bid climate.
Meadow Park Par
Course $(20,000)
Recommended to be deferred pending the adoption of the Parks
and Recreation Element and Master Plan update which includes a
prioritized list of projects. In addition, the current level of
funding is insufficient in this construction cost/bid climate.
Sinsheimer Park
Hardscape
Replacements
$(60,000)
Recommended to be deferred pending the adoption of the Parks
and Recreation Element and Master Plan update which includes a
prioritized list of projects. In addition, the current level of
funding is insufficient in this construction cost/bid climate.
Vista Lago Mini Park
Playground $(40,000)
Recommended to be deferred pending the adoption of the Parks
and Recreation Element and Master Plan update which includes a
prioritized list of projects. In addition, the current level of
funding is insufficient in this construction cost/bid climate.
LRM Priority: Public Safety
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Project List Recommended for Deferral or Reduced Funding until Future Financial Plan
Project Amount Notes
Police Department
Painting $(71,000) Recommended to be deferred due the expectation that the Police
Station will be replaced.
TOTAL $ (866,655)
As noted above, deferring and reducing the projects identified in addition to fully appropriating the
available fund balance, enables the following projects to move forward with completion.
Project List Recommended for Funding Augmentation
Project Amount Notes
LRM Priority: Bicycle and Pedestrian Improvements
Broad/Woodridge Pedestrian
Hybrid Beacon $35,000 A high priority pedestrian safety improvement on Broad
Street.
Pedestrian Crosswalk Beacon on
Ramona
(Proposed New LRM Funded
Project)
$50,000 Replaces the failed hardware with a system that is easier to
maintain while addressing safety issues.
Pedestrian Safety Improvements
on Monterey at Buena
(Proposed New LRM Funded
Project)
$30,000 Required by litigation to upgrade pedestrian crossing near
Apple Farm due to safety issues.
Traffic Modeling to Support
Quick Builds and DT Concept
Plan (Proposed New LRM
Funded Project)
$140,000
Supports paving projects to integrate pedestrian and
bicycle improvements, addresses safety issues, and allows
for enhanced quick builds.
Downtown Cleaning Equipment
(Proposed New LRM Funded
Project)
$150,000 Increased downtown cleanliness.
LRM Priority: Flood Protection
Bridge Maintenance $3,000 Additional funding needed due to a reduction of RMRA
funding.
Storm Drain Replacements $367,458 Funding to replace storm drain infrastructure. Additional
funding needed due to RMRA SB 1 reductions.
LRM Priority: Neighborhood Street Paving
Street Reconstruction &
Resurfacing $550,000 Funding to maintain roadway infrastructure. Additional
funded needed due to a reduction of RMRA funding.
LRM Priority: Other Vital Services and Capital Projects
Accelerated Funding - Fleet
Services Vehicle Lift (accelerated
safety issue)
$78,000 Will replace failed in-ground vehicle lifts for portable lifts
to address emergent life safety issues.
Replace City Hall Breaker
(Proposed New LRM Funded
Project)
$30,000 Project will replace an existing electrical disconnect that
no longer functions enhances safety to vital location.
LRM Priority: Parks & Recreation Senior Programs and Facilities
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Project List Recommended for Funding Augmentation
Project Amount Notes
Islay Hills Playground $38,000 Additional Funds for construction of Islay Hills Park.
Approved by Council on 3/17/2020.
Swim Center Roof Repairs $30,000 Additional funding to complete roof repairs due to more
extensive damage and costs.
LRM Priority: Traffic Congestion/Safety Improvements
Buchon Neighborhood Traffic
Management $75,000
Project installs traffic calming measures in the Buchon
neighborhood that will reduce vehicle speeds and increase
safety.
Orcutt Tank Farm Roundabout $880,000
Funding for the design, construction and construction
management for a roundabout at the intersection of Orcutt
and Tank Farm. Reduces congestion, increases safety,
implements major goals of Housing and Sustainable
Transportation.
Speed Feedback Signs
(Proposed New LRM Funded
Project)
$50,000
Project will install speed feedback signs in 8 locations.
Speed feedback signs lower average vehicle speed by
informing drivers of actual rate of speed as well as the
posted speed limit.
TOTAL $2,506,458
The following charts illustrate how the proposed reappropriations and additional funding of capital
project budgets affects the the Local Revenue Measure spending by priority.
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Projects Anticipated to be Complete by July 2021
The recommended budget reappropriations and additions are scheduled to be considered by the City
Council on April 7, 2020. Should the REOC and City Council approve the recommendation, below are
the anticipated projects to be completed by July 2021. The projects below reflect funding from the City’s
General Capital Outlay, Local Revenue Measure, SB 1, Zone 9, Water and Sewer funds.
CIP Projects Anticipated to be Completed by June 30, 2021
# LRM Funded CIP Project Name
1 TTHM and Pipe Gallery Rehabilitation
2 Council Chamber A/V Replacement
3 X Meadow Park Pedestrian Bridges
4 X Mission Plaza Railing Upgrade
5 X South Hills Radio Site Upgrades
6 X Marsh Street Bridge Replacement (10% LRM)
7 X Downtown Renewal: 858 Higuera
8 X Islay Hill Park Playground Equipment Replacement
9 X Fire Station 1 HVAC Replacements
10 X City Facilities HVAC Replacements
11 Marsh Street Garage Elevator Repair
12 X City Hall Fire Department Connection
13 X Fire Station 1 Air Compressor Replacement
14 X Laguna Lake Maintenance Dredging
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CIP Projects Anticipated to be Completed by June 30, 2021
# LRM Funded CIP Project Name
15 X Buchon Traffic Calming
16 X Anholm Bikeway Crack Sealing
17 X Bridge Maintenance 2021
18 X RRST Taft to Pepper
19 X Roadway Sealing 2020
20 X Parking Lot Maintenance 2020
21 X Pedestrian and Bicycle Pathway Maintenance 2020
22 X Parks and Recreation Interior Office Rehabilitation
23 X LOVR and Calle Joaquin Flashing Yellow Arrow
24 X Council Hearing Room and Break Room TI
25 Terrace Hill Pressure Relief Valve
26 X Orcutt / Tank Farm Roundabout
27 X Downtown Safety Bollards Installation
28 X Swim Center Bath House Roof Maintenance
29 X Swim Center Shower Repair
30 X Nipomo Street Reconstruction
31 X Sinsheimer Park Irrigation and Drainage
32 X Storm Drain System Replacement – Bullock CMP
33 Waterline System Replacements 2020
34 Wastewater System Improvements 2020
35 X Buchon and Santa Rosa Storm Drainage Improvements
36 X Emerson Park Fitness Equipment
37 X Swim Center Co-Generation Plant
38 Calle Joaquin Lift Station and Force Main Replacement
Local Revenue Fund Balance Allocation
As part of the adopted 2018-19 CAFR, the audit accounts for the revenues and expenditures of the Local
Revenue Measure. The CAFR shows $1,556,047 available for future year appropriates which is due to
over-realized revenues, savings in operations due to staffing turnover, and capital project savings. Given
the volatility in cost of construction described above, staff is recommending the available funds be
reappropriated to ensure projects are completed by June 30, 2021.
Revenue Enhancement Oversight Commission
Agenda Report Meeting Date: 3/18/20
Item Number: 4
DATE: March 18, 2020
FROM: Greg Hermann, Deputy City Manager
Prepared By: Ryan Betz, Assistant to the City Manager
SUBJECT: DRAFT FY 2018-19 LOCAL REVENUE MEASURE YEAR ANNUAL
COMMUNITY REPORT AND REPORT IN BRIEF
RECOMMENDATION
1. Review the draft 2018-19 Local Revenue Measure Annual Community Report and Report in Brief
and provide feedback.
2. Finalize concepts of the Community Forum and the 2018-19 Annual Citizen Oversight Meeting.
DISCUSSION
Annual Community Report
Chapter 3.15 of the Municipal Code (the Essential Services Transactions [ Sales] and Use Tax)
includes specific citizen oversight and fiscal accountability provisions. One of these provisions
requires an annual community report:
Annual Community Report. A written report shall be reviewed at a public hearing by the
Revenue Enhancement Oversight Commission, and a summary will be provided annually to
every household in the community detailing how much revenue is being generated by the
measure and how funds are being spent (MC 3.15.040.E).
At the December 12, 2019 Revenue Enhancement Oversight Commission (REOC) meeting, the
Commission provided general feedback on recommended changes to the report and appointed a
sub-committee of Chairperson Coates and Commissioner Kienow to provide additional direction. City
staff along with a representative from AMF Media Group (AMF), the firm designing the report, met with
the sub-committee to discuss potential modifications in detail. Since that time, AMF and staff have been
working to develop the report content including new photography. The draft Annual Community Report
and Report in Brief (Attachment 1 & 2) are included for the REOC’s review.
The Report in Brief will be included in City utility bills in April 2020 and the Annual Report will be
discussed at a yet to be determined REOC meeting in April.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Draft FY 2018-19 Local Revenue Measure Annual Community Report
2. Draft FY 2018-19 Local Revenue Measure Annual Community Report in Brief
LOCAL REVENUE MEASURE
ANNUAL COMMUNITY REPORT
Fiscal Year 2018–19
CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO
HOW DID WE SPEND REVENUES?
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Read about how Local Revenue Measure funds
were spent in 2018–19.
LAUREL LANE COMPLETE STREETS
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Learn more about our project that included pedestrian,
bicyclist and vehicle safety improvements.
1
PROJECT SPOTLIGHT
Miossi Open Space
The Local Revenue Measure was used to acquire an additional 266 acres of
open space east of Cal Poly, on the Miossi Brothers La Cuesta Ranch property,
bringing the City’s total open space to over 4,000 acres. The funding was used
to leverage additional state grant funding to purchase the land.
2
The Local Revenue Measure – also known as Measure G – is a
one-half percent local sales tax approved by City voters in November
2006. It protects and maintains essential services and facilities, such
as open space preservation, bike lanes and sidewalks, public safety,
neighborhood street paving and code enforcement, flood protection,
senior programs, and other vital services and capital improvement projects.
The Local Revenue Measure is subject to voter extension in 2023.
The Local Revenue Measure is a general-purpose measure and, as such,
the proceeds are not restricted to specific purposes. This provides the
Council with flexibility to respond to new circumstances and challenges.
The voter-approved ballot language provides guidance to use local
sales tax revenue to protect and maintain essential services and
facilities and identifies examples of services and projects that achieve
this objective. These community spending priorities help guide the
Citizen’s Revenue Enhancement Oversight Commission (REOC) when
making recommendations to the Council about Local Revenue Measure
uses. The Council uses the REOC’s input, and additional public
feedback, to prioritize the use of Local Revenue Measure funding as
part of the City’s two-year financial planning process.
WHAT IS THE LOCAL REVENUE MEASURE?
Open Space Rangers: The Local Revenue Measure
funded two Ranger positions which help maintain
over 4,000 acres of open space, 55 miles of trails and
lead open space hikes with community members.
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To protect and maintain essential services and facilities – such as
open space preservation; bike lanes and sidewalks; public safety;
neighborhood street paving and code enforcement; flood protection;
senior programs; and other vital services and capital improvement
projects – shall the City’s Municipal Code be amended to extend
the current one-half percent local sales tax for eight years, with
independent annual audits, public goal-setting and budgeting, and a
Citizens’ Oversight Commission?
LOCAL REVENUE MEASURE BALLOT LANGUAGE (MEASURE G)
FISCAL YEAR
The railroad district sidewalk,
made up of wooden planks, was
deteriorated and created a tripping
hazard. The old sidewalk was
replaced with concrete pavers.
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The local one-half percent sales tax revenue totaled $8.4 million in 2018-19, which adds approximately 12 percent to the general fund.
The Local Revenue Measure has generated more than $79.4 million since its original adoption in November 2006.
REVENUES
The streets maintenance portable message
board is used for traffic control to deter
vehicles away from roadway work zones. A
street maintenance worker position is also
funded through the Local Revenue Measure.
0
$2M
$4M
$6M
$8M
$10M
2011–12 2012–13 2013–14
FISCAL YEAR
2014–15 2015–16 2016–17 2017–18 2018–19
$6,237,500 $6,493,800 $6,774,365
$7,136,300 $7,178,200 $7,376,500 $7,501,500
$8,428,163
0
$2M
$4M
$6M
$8M
$10M
2011–12 2012–13 2013–14
FISCAL YEAR
2014–15 2015–16 2016–17 2017–18 2018–19
$6,237,500 $6,493,800 $6,774,365
$7,136,300 $7,178,200 $7,376,500 $7,501,500
$8,428,163
5USES 2018–19
2018–19 Local Revenue Measure funds were used on the following Council-adopted priorities:
9%
PARKS AND RECREATION/
SENIOR PROGRAMS AND
FACILITIES
$720,000
10%
OPEN SPACE PRESERVATION
$787,000
15%
FLOOD PROTECTION
$1.2 million
8%
BICYCLE AND PEDESTRIAN
IMPROVEMENTS
$655,000
2%
TRAFFIC CONGESTION
RELIEF/SAFETY
IMPROVEMENTS
$176,000
3%
CODE ENFORCEMENT
$269,000
3%
OTHER VITAL SERVICES
AND CAPITAL PROJECTS
$202,000
39%
NEIGHBORHOOD STREET PAVING
(INCLUDES IMPROVEMENTS TO BIKE LANES)
$3.2 million
11%
PUBLIC SAFETY
$928,000
Design work to replace the 100-year-old Marsh
Street Bridge, located between Osos Street
and Santa Rosa Street, has been completed.
Construction is set to begin in April 2020 and is
expected to be completed in December 2020. New
lighting will be installed to replicate the original
kerosene fixtures that would be lit every evening.
New pedestrian light poles will be installed and
equipped with energy-efficient LED fixtures.
6USES 2018–19
The Local Revenue Measure funded patrol officers and a Sergeant, including the Downtown Metro Bicycle
Officers. Downtown patrol has been instrumental in being a visual deterrent and enforcement option in the
downtown core to keep residents, businesses and visitors safe.
For every
$1 of revenue
generated by the Local Revenue
Measure, approximately
70¢ is paid by visitors
and
30¢ is paid
by City residents
(2020 Retail Sales Analysis)
Operating Uses ($2.1M) // 26%
Capital Uses ($6M) // 74%
To fund positions that provide services
Examples of these costs include funding for positions such as police officers and flood control staff.
To fund construction and investment in equipment
The largest capital expenditures funded by the Local Revenue Measure in 2018-19 were
neighborhood street paving projects (including bike lane improvements), flood protection and
open space preservation.
Local Revenue Measure uses fall into two categories: operating expenses and capital expenses.
7PROJECT SPOTLIGHT
More than 180 people cross Laurel Lane every day: school children
and parents going to the elementary school and regional park,
seniors accessing senior living and transit services, and neighbors
accessing the community garden and local marketplace. The Laurel
Lane Complete Streets and Roadway Maintenance Sealing project
included pedestrian, bicyclist and vehicle safety improvements.
Roadway maintenance helps decrease vehicle operations costs
by fixing potholes and other street repairs. The 2015 Traffic Safety
Report identified the intersection of Laurel Lane and Southwood Drive
as the highest-ranking intersection for pedestrian collisions on City
maintained streets.
Laurel Lane Complete Streets Project
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There are many exciting projects to look forward to in 2019–20 and several have already been completed. For a complete listing of projects
funded by the Local Revenue Measure, see the summary table at the end of the report.
PLANNED LOCAL REVENUE MEASURE USES
SOUTH BROAD STREET
ROAD REHABILITATION
COMPLETED AUGUST 2019
MEADOW PARK
PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE
REPLACEMENT
COMPLETED APRIL 2020
MARSH STREET
BRIDGE
REPLACEMENT
DECEMBER 2020
RAILROAD
SAFETY TRAIL—
TAFT STREET TO
PEPPER STREET
SUMMER 2020
LAGUNA LAKE
DREDGING & SEDIMENT
MANAGEMENT
SUMMER 2020
TWO NEW STREET
LIGHTS IN
NEIGHBORHOODS
NEAR CAL POLY
COMPLETED OCTOBER
& NOVEMBER 2019
A walk-behind aerator and utility carts
help maintain parks, sports fields, and
the golf course. A park maintenance
worker position is also funded through
the Local Revenue Measure.
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OPERATING PROGRAMS CAPITAL PROJECTS
PROJECT TITLE 2018–19
(BUDGET)
2018–19
(ACTUAL)
2018–19
(BUDGET &
CARRYOVER*)
2018–19
(ACTUAL)
Open Space Protection 551,064 509,886
Open Space Maintenance 131,341 91,392
Laguna Lake Dredging 38,102 33,640
Open Space Wildfire Fuel Reduction 5,000 4,999
Ranger Services (Ranger Staffing: FTE= 2)152,068 147,068
Subtotal 157,068 152,067 720,507 634,918
Sidewalk Replacement 135,943 44,550
Bob Jones Octagon Barn Connection 227,285 184,754
Bob Jones Trail: Prefumo Creek to Oceanaire 216,000 -
Railroad District Boardwalk Replacement 5,000 1,165
Railroad Safety Trail: Pepper Street to the Train Station 30,000 27,852
Railroad Safety Trail: Bike Bridge at Phillips Lane 230,840 41,826
Bicycle Transportation Plan Implementation 91,826 90,763
Sidewalk Access Improvements 52,604 -
Bicycle Facility Improvements 75,000 592
Safe Routes to School 104,263 58,809
Pedestrian and Bicycle Pathway Maintenance 151,316 14,006
Downtown Renewal 6,000 4,200
Transportation Planning and Engineering
(Engineer, Active Transportation Manager: FTE=1.6)
201,675 186,543
Subtotal 201,675 186,543 1,326,076 468,517
OPEN SPACE PRESERVATION
BICYCLE AND PEDESTRIAN IMPROVEMENTS
CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO // LOCAL REVENUE MEASURE SUMMARY // FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2019
10CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO // LOCAL REVENUE MEASURE SUMMARY // FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2019
OPERATING PROGRAMS CAPITAL PROJECTS
Traffic Signs and Striping Maintenance 47,930 21,962
Traffic Safety Report Implementation 111,564 10,880
Transportation Safety and Operations 9,196 530
Neighborhood Traffic Improvements 148,819 23,615
Parking Structure Assessment 8,333 8,333
Signal and Light Maintenance (Technician: FTE=1)112,138 110,398
Subtotal 112,138 110,398 325,842 65,320
TRAFFIC CONGESTION RELIEF / SAFETY IMPROVEMENTS
OPERATING PROGRAMS CAPITAL PROJECTS
PROJECT TITLE 2018–19
(BUDGET)
2018–19
(ACTUAL)
2018–19
(BUDGET &
CARRYOVER)
2018–19
(ACTUAL)
Planning and design work was completed for the new Pedestrian Hybrid Beacon (PHB)
crossing at the intersection of Foothill Boulevard and Ferrini Road in 2018–19 and installed in
December, 2019. This area was identified as the highest safe routes to school improvement
priority for Pacheco and Bishop’s Peak Elementary Schools. The PHB, is a traffic control
device used to stop road traffic and allow pedestrians and bicyclists to cross safely.
11CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO // LOCAL REVENUE MEASURE SUMMARY // FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2019
Police Dispatch Technology Maintenance 40,826 2,000
Police Station Replacement Study 145,685 27,755
Police Patrol Vehicle Replacements (4) 265,558 366
Fire Vehicle Replacement (Fire Training Pickup, Ambulance Van) 14,867 14,366
Police Station Building Maintenance and Improvements 13,750 8,750
Fire Stations Building Maintenance 154,250 77,781
Police Handheld and Vehicle Radio Replacement 280,000 -
South Hills Radio Upgrade 238,455 75,342
Emergency Dispatch Center Maintenance 256,033 5,409
New Street Lights 110,000 48,009
Laurel Lane Streetlight 100,000 91,007
Fire Station 4 Backup Generator 100,877 7,106
PulsePoint CRP Software 8,000 8,000
Patrol Services (Officers, Sergeant: FTE = 4) 928,077 562,311
Subtotal 936,077 570,311 1,720,300 357,892
OPERATING PROGRAMS CAPITAL PROJECTS
PROJECT TITLE 2018–19
(BUDGET)
2018–19
(ACTUAL)
2018–19
(BUDGET &
CARRYOVER)
2018–19
(ACTUAL)
PUBLIC SAFETY
The Laguna Lake Nature Reserve, including Laguna Lake, is
344-acres of City owned land. Laguna Lake is a naturally occurring
water body although the lake and surrounding watershed have been
modified including the rerouting of Prefumo Creek into Laguna Lake.
This project, which focuses on maintenance dredging in focused
areas on the lake, is scheduled to take place in 2019–20 and 2020–
21. In addition, a bank stabilization project is planned for 2020–21.
Street Reconstruction and Resurfacing
(Laurel Lane and Southwood Street area)
2,466,861 2,464,872
Concrete Streets Repair (Dana, Toro & Palm, Palm & Johnson) 436,661 435,360
Marsh Street Bridget Replacement 725,089 -
Streets Maintenance Loader with Skip & Drag Attachment 330,287 130,022
Corp Yard Fuel Island Siding 14,750 13,049
Streets and Sidewalk Maintenance (Maintenance Worker, Project Engineer:
FTE = 2)
217,194 191,053
Subtotal 217,194 191,053 3,973,647 3,016,783
12CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO // LOCAL REVENUE MEASURE SUMMARY // FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2019
OPERATING PROGRAMS CAPITAL PROJECTS
PROJECT TITLE 2018–19
(BUDGET)
2018–19
(ACTUAL)
2018–19
(BUDGET &
CARRYOVER)
2018–19
(ACTUAL)
NEIGHBORHOOD STREET PAVING INCLUDES IMPROVEMENTS TO BIKE LANES
CODE ENFORCEMENT
Building and Safety (Code Enforcement Officer, Neighborhood Services
Specialists: FTE = 3)
269,025 269,025
Subtotal 269,025 269,025 - -
The City-County Public Library required a roof replacement
and drainage improvements as part of the second phase of the
remodel, major maintenance and ADA compliance project.
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Storm Drain System Replacement 431,211 392,839
Ellen Way Storm Drain Improvements 2017 241,500 202,408
Broad and Leff Culvert Repair 10,000 2,387
Creek and Flood Protection (Collection System Personnel: FTE = 6) 652,195 597,222
Subtotal 652,195 597,222 682,711 597,635
CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO // LOCAL REVENUE MEASURE SUMMARY // FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2019
OPERATING PROGRAMS CAPITAL PROJECTS
PROJECT TITLE 2018–19
(BUDGET)
2018–19
(ACTUAL)
2018–19
(BUDGET &
CARRYOVER)
2018–19
(ACTUAL)
FLOOD PROTECTION
PARKS AND RECREATION / SENIOR PROGRAMS AND FACILITIES
Parks Major Maintenance & Repairs 565,416 134,500
Ludwick Center Gym Lights 15,500 15,610
Swim Center Building Maintenance and Equipment Replacement 79,981 11,006
Jack House Building Maintenance 74,000 2,250
Islay Hill Park Playground Equipment Replacement 80,000 46,139
Sinsheimer Irrigation & Drainage 120,000 -
Sinsheimer Stadium Backstop 165,886 165,886
City/County Library Major Maintenance 177,076 145,839
Parks and Recreation Building Maintenance 47,279 15,635
Swim Center Co-generation Plant 85,000 -
Parks Maintenance Equipment Replacement 30,000 14,060
Parks Maintenance Walk Behind Mower & Aerator 41,839 41,839
Parks Maintenance Utility Carts With Dump Beds (2) 56,000 55,885
Mission Plaza Restroom Replacements and Enhancements 105,000 30,955
Parks and Landscape Maintenance (Maintenance Worker: FTE = 1) 84,563 40,177
Subtotal 84,563 40,177 1,642,978 679,603
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Facilities Annual Asset Maintenance Account 58,168
City Hall Chiller Replacement 224,924 201,817
Multisite Energy Management 32,600
Undesignated Capital 114,927
Subtotal - - 430,619 201,817
TOTAL LOCAL REVENUE MEASURE USES 2,629,935 2,116,797 10,822,681 6,049,004
CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO // LOCAL REVENUE MEASURE SUMMARY // FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2019
OPERATING PROGRAMS CAPITAL PROJECTS
PROJECT TITLE 2018–19
(BUDGET)
2018–19
(ACTUAL)
2018–19
(BUDGET &
CARRYOVER)
2018–19
(ACTUAL)
OTHER VITAL SERVICES AND CAPITAL PROJECTS
* Budget & Carryover includes unspent funds for planned but not yet completed projects
The Ellen Way storm drain improvement project
included the replacement of outdated storm drain
pipelines to improve stormwater management and
to reduce the potential for flooding.
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Open Space Preservation, Bicycle and Pedestrian Improvements, Traffic Congestion Relief/Safety Improvements, Public Safety, Neighborhood Street
Paving, Code Enforcement, Flood Protection, Parks and Recreation/Senior Programs and Facilities, other Vital Services and Capital Projects.
PRIORITIES SET BY THE CITY COUNCIL FOR FY 2018–19 INCLUDE:
CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO
For more information, please visit:
www.slocity.org/budget
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Photography: Kelly Donohue Photography
Owen Main Photography
City of San Luis Obispo
Sidewalk replacements improve accessibility for pedestrians by
replacing defective sidewalks with upgrades including curb ramps,
tree grates and storm water drainage. Sidewalks on Broad, High,
Walker, Marsh and Fredricks Streets were replaced and improved.
Winston Newland
Commissioner
Chris Coates
Chair
CITIZENS’ REVENUE ENHANCEMENT
OVERSIGHT COMMISSION
Volunteer Residents Serve on the
Commission
The Revenue Enhancement Oversight
Commission (REOC) reviews, reports, and
makes recommendations directly to the
City Council regarding the revenue and
expenditures of the City’s general purpose,
half-percent sales tax. The REOC consists
of five members, who must be residents and
registered voters of the City.
Michael Multari
Commissioner
Ken Kienow
Vice Chair
Jeannette McClure
Commissioner
WHAT IS THE LOCAL REVENUE MEASURE?
ANNUAL COMMUNITY REPORT IN BRIEF
Fiscal Year 2018–19
11%PUBLIC SAFETY
$928,000
39%NEIGHBORHOOD STREET PAVING (INCLUDES IMPROVEMENTS TO BIKE LANES)
$3.2 million
9%PARKS AND RECREATION/ SENIOR PROGRAMS AND FACILITIES
$720,000
10%OPEN SPACE PRESERVATION
$787,000
15%FLOOD PROTECTION
$1.2 million
8%BICYCLE AND PEDESTRIAN IMPROVEMENTS
$655,000
2%TRAFFIC CONGESTION RELIEF/SAFETY IMPROVEMENTS
$176,000
3%CODE ENFORCEMENT
$269,000
3%OTHER VITAL SERVICES AND CAPITAL PROJECTS
$202,000
2018–19 Local Revenue Measure funds were used on the following Council-adopted priorities:
HOW IS YOUR 1/2 PERCENT SALES TAX SPENT?
Open Space
The Local Revenue Measure was used to acquire an additional 266
acres of open space east of Cal Poly, on the Miossi Brothers La Cuesta
Ranch property, bringing the City’s total open space to over 4,000
acres. The funding was used to leverage additional state grant funding
to purchase the land.
Public Safety
The Local Revenue Measure funded patrol officers and a Sergeant,
including the Downtown Metro Bicycle Officers. Downtown patrol has
been instrumental in being a visual deterrent and enforcement option in
the downtown core to keep residents, businesses and visitors safe.
City/County Library Roof Replacement
The City-County Public Library required a roof replacement and
drainage improvements as part of the second phase of the remodel,
major maintenance and ADA compliance project.
Flood Protection
The Ellen Way storm drain improvement project included the replacement
of outdated storm drain pipelines to improve stormwater management
and to reduce the potential for flooding.
SPENDING HIGHLIGHTS
The Local Revenue Measure – also known as Measure G – is a one-half percent local sales tax
approved by City voters in November 2006. It protects and maintains essential services and facilities,
such as open space preservation, bike lanes and sidewalks, public safety, neighborhood street
paving and code enforcement, flood protection, senior programs, and other vital services and capital
improvement projects. The Local Revenue Measure is subject to voter extension by March 31, 2023.
These community spending priorities help guide the Citizens’ Revenue Enhancement Oversight Commission (REOC)
when making recommendations to the Council about Local Revenue Measure uses. The Council uses the REOC’s
input, and additional public feedback, to prioritize use of the Local Revenue Measure funding as part of the City’s
two-year financial planning process.
Local one-half-percent sales tax revenue totaled $8.4 million in 2018–19, which adds
approximately 12 percent to the general fund. The Local Revenue Measure has generated
more than $79.4 million since its original adoption in November 2006.
REVENUES
CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO // For a complete list of 2018–19 Local Revenue Measure uses, view the full report at slocity.org/localrevenue
$8.4M
Laurel Lane Complete Streets Project
More than 180 people cross Laurel Lane every day: school children and parents going to the elementary school
and Sinsheimer park, seniors accessing senior living and transit services, and neighbors accessing the community
garden and local marketplace. The Laurel Lane Complete Streets and Roadway Maintenance Sealing project included
pedestrian, bicyclist and vehicle safety improvements. Roadway maintenance helps decrease vehicle operations costs
by fixing potholes and other street repairs. The 2015 Traffic Safety Report identified the intersection of Laurel Lane and
Southwood Drive as the highest-ranking intersection for pedestrian collisions on City maintained streets.
For every $1 of revenue generated by the Local Revenue Measure, approximately 70¢
is paid by visitors and 30¢ is paid by City residents. (2020 Retail Sales Analysis)
PROJECT HIGHLIGHT
Operating Uses ($2.1M) // 26% – Funds positions that provide services
Examples of these costs include funding for positions such as police officers and flood control staff.
Capital Uses ($6M) // 74% – Funds construction and investment in equipment
The largest capital expenditures funded by the Local Revenue Measure in 2018–19 were neighborhood street paving
projects (including bike lane improvements), flood protection and open space preservation.
Sidewalk Replacement
Sidewalk replacements improve accessibility
for pedestrians by replacing defective
sidewalks with upgrades including curb
ramps, tree grates and storm water drainage.
Sidewalks on Broad, High, Walker, Marsh and
Fredricks Streets were replaced and improved.