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ADJOURNED MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 1995-7:00 PM Draft Minutes
CITY HALL- COUNCIL CHAMBERS - 990 PALM STREET to be approved
SAN LUIS OBISPO, CALIFORNIA at Counc'il Meeting
ROLL CALL:
Council Members
Present: Council Members Bill Roalman, Kathy Smith, Dodie Williams,
Vice Mayor Dave Romero and Mayor Allen Settle
Absent: None
City Staff
Present: John Dunn, City Administrative Officer, Diane Gladwell, City
Clerk; Jeff Jorgensen, City Attorney; Ken Hampian, Assistant
City Administrative Officer, Mike McCluskey, Public Works
Director;Arnold Jonas,Community Development Director,Bob
Neumann, Fire Chief; Jim Gardiner, Police Chief
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD
There were no public comments.
PRESENTATIONS
Mayor Settle presented the Helen Putnam Award to the City and C.L. Smith Principal Donn
Shailenburger,two awards were presented previously to the City in Sacramento by Governor Wilson.
The Grand Prize award was received for the Students Taking Active Responsibility (STAR) program.
Mayor Settle expressed the Council's appreciation to Bill Statier, Director of Finance, and various
Finance staff for hosting the Municipal Finance Officers' conference.
CONSENT AGENDA
Moved by Roalman/Romero to approve the Consent Agenda as recommended by the City
Administrative Officer, motion carried (5-0).
C-1 GREENBELT PROTECTION PLANNING (File No. 481)
Council considered participation in a City-County greenbelt protection process.
Moved by Roalman(Romero to authorize staff to work with the Mayor and County staff to promote
Implementation of the City's Land Use and Open Space Element greenbelt protection policies; motion
carried (5-0).
COUNCIL LIAISON REPORTS
C.L.R.1. Council Member Smith reported on five designs for remodeling the Blackstone Hotel
provided by Cal Poly Architecture students that were reviewed by Vice Mayor Romero and herself.
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COMMUNICATIONS
COMMA. Council Member Williams requested a resolution proposed by Assemblyman Jack
O'Connell in support of Senate Bill SBTX be placed on the agenda (consensus).
BUSINESS ITEMS
1. MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW (File No. 233)
Council considered the mid-year budget review for the Fiscal Year 199495.
John Dunn. City Administrative Officer, reviewed the four major financial proposals in the mid-year
budget
Bill Steller. Director of Finance, reviewed past decisions and financial projections.
Mike McCluskey. Director of Public Works, described the Marsh Street reconstruction project.
Kurt. Executive Director of EcoSLO, requested Council not hire a consultant for the solid
waste contract renewal, but use local expertise instead.
Mary Whittlesev. San Luis Obispo,stated the strategy proposed for the solid waste franchise renewal
was appropriate.
John Moss. Utilities Director, reviewed the solid waste franchise renewal proposal.
Moved by Romero/Smith to approve mid-year budget requests for operating programs, with the
exception of the Solid Waste Franchise Renewal Consultant Services, in the amount of$136,700 for
199495 summarized as follows; motion carried (5-0):
Disaster Response Costs 564,700
Increased Program Participation & New
Training.Requirements in Childcare 47,500
Computer Mapping Project 7,600
Support Services Reorganization 2,200
Ethernet Migration at 955 Morro, City Hall
and Police Station 14.700
TOTAL $1369700
Moved by Romero/Smith to approve mid-year budget requests for capital improvement plan projects
and equipment replacements In the amount of$1,356,800 summarized as follows;motion carried(5-0):
Fire Department Emergency Communication System $ 95,000
Street Light Acquisition Services 35,000
Marsh Street Reconstruction and Storm Drain
Improvement 560,000
Islay Hill Park Fee Refunds 186,000
Pick-up Truck and Mower for New Park Maintenance 35,000
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Parks and Recreation Office Building 151,000
Replace/Upgrade File Servers at City Hall, Corporation
Yard and Park & Recreation Administration Office 34,800
Acquisition of Property at 860 Pacific 235,000
New Parking Lot at Palm and Morro 25.000
TOTAL $1,356,800
2. PARKS & RECREATION OFFICE BUILDING (File No. 94-138)
Council considered plans and specifications for°Parks and Recreation Office Building;Spec.No.94-
13B;
413B; project cost estimate $590,000 including contingencies.
Mike McCluskey, Public Works Director, Paul LeSaae. Parks and Recreation Director, and Bruce
Fraser. architect, reviewed the plans for development of the site.
Moved by Romero/Williams to approve plans and specifications,authorize staff to advertise for bids,
and authorize the City Administrative Officer to award a constructioncontract if the lowest responsive,
responsible bid is within the cost estimate; motion carred (5-0).
3. HEADQUARTERS FIRE STATION (File No. 92-04)
Council considered a status report concerning the Headquarters Fire Station.
Bob Neumann. Fire Chief and Chris Ford of RRM Design reviewed the value engineering process to
reduce the cost of the project and ensured that the design met the Council's expectations.
Moved by Williams/Romero to receive the report and approve the project scope;motion carried
9:55 PM there being no further business to come before the City Council, Mayor Settle adjourned the
meeting to Tuesday, March 7, 1995 at 7:00 PM in the Council Chambers.
APPROVED BY COUNCIL:
Diane R. Gladwell, City Clerk
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REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
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TUESDAY, MARCH 7, 1995- 7:00 PM _0
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SAN LUIS OBISPO, CALIFORNIA
ROLL CALL:
Council Members
Present: Council Members Bill Roalmen, Kathy Smith, Dodis Williams,
Vice-Mayor Dave Romero and Mayor Allen Settle
Absent: None
city staff
Present: John Dunn, City Administrative Officer; Diane Gladwell, City
Clerk; Jeff Jorgensen, City Attorney; Ken Hampton, Assistant
City Administrative Officer; .Mike McCluskey, Public Works
Director,Arnold Jonas,Community Development Director;Bob
Neumann, Fire Chief; Paul LeSage, Recreation Director,John
Moss, Utilities Director
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD
P.C.I. Wanda Strassburg.of San Luis Sourdough,thanked Council, staff and Ken Hampton for their
roles in preventing San Luis Sourdough trom expanding their operation outside San Luis Obispo. The
company mascot presented bagels to the Council.
P.C.2. Jeff Wagner stated the installation of the traffic-calming crosswalk at the corner of Chorro and
Mission Streets had been delayed.
P.C.3. Carol Tangeman spoke about the need for traffic calming on Chorro StreeL
P.C.4. Steve Bover spoke about increasing traffic on Chorro Street.
CONSENT AGENDA
Moved by Romero/Smith to approve the Consent Agenda as recommended by the City Administrative
Officer with the exception of C-3 and C-4; motion carried (5-0).
C-1 COUNCIL MINUTES
Council considered the minutes of:
Tuesday, January 24, 1995 at 7:00 p.m.;
Tuesday, February 7, 1995 at 6:00 p.m.;
Tuesday, February 7, 1995 at 7:00 p.m.;
Tuesday, February 14, 1995 at 1:00 p.m.; and
Tuesday, February 14, 1995 at 1:30 p.m.
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Moved by Romero/Smith to waive oral reading and approve minutes; motion carried (5-0).
C-2 1994/95 TRANSPORTATION DEVELOPMENT ACT CLAIM (File No. 1155.1)
Council considered approving the 199495 annual claim for Transportation Development Act (TDA)
funding totaling $913,584.
Moved by Rom Smith to adopt Resolution No. 8397 approving the 199495 annual Transportation
Development Act and authorize the Transit Manager to execute claims; motion carried (5-0).
C-3 BICYCLE LANE STRIPING PROGRAM (File No. 9418)
Council received notification that contingency funding will be fully expended and considered a request
for supplemental contingency funding in the amount of$30,332 to completely cover the various bike
lane cost increases.
Mike McCluskev Public Works Director,reviewed alternatives and past direction given for Southwood
Drive.
Mike Moraensen, Director of the YMCA, stated they wanted parking the west side of the street.
Moved by Smith/Roalman to approve the redesign of bike lanes on Southwood Drive between Laurel
Lane and Sinsheimer Park to allow parking on the west side of Southwood Drive (bike lanes on both
sides),and_authorize supplemental contingency funding in the amount of$30,332 from funds already
available in the Completed Projects Account; motion carried (5-0).
C-4 SOLID WASTE/RECYCLING CONSULTING SERVICES (File No. 524)
Council considered approving a Request for Proposals (RFP) for Solid Waste/Recycling franchise
consulting services in the amount of $40,000.
John Moss Utilities Director, reviewed the revised staff recommendation and community impacts of
the services.
Penny Rapaa. San Luis Obispo, urged Council to approve the staff recommendation.
Mary Whlttisey. San Luis Obispo, stated Council needed two opportunities for Input and urged the
Council to be specific.
Moved by Romero/Williams to approve allocation of$15,000 funding from the general fund for Solid
Waste Consulting Services, approve the Request for Proposals for Solid Waste Consulting Services,
and authorize staff to advertise and CAO to award if contract proposal is within staff estimate of
$25,000; motion carried (5-0).
C-5 CONTRACT CHANGE ORDER (File No. 9412)
Council considered a contract change order with Madonna Construction to add fire sprinkler laterals
at specific locations on Marsh and Higuere Streets as part of the °Waterline and Sewerline
Improvement Project,' Specification No.9412,and a budget amendment request to transfer$57,505
from the Fire Sprinkler Lateral Reimbursement Fund to the project account
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Moved by Romero/Smith to approve Contract Change Order No.3,and approve transfer$57,505 from
the Fire Sprinkler Reimbursement Fund to the project account; motion carried (5-0).
C-e LEGISLATIVE ACT1ON PROGRAM (File No. 335)
Council considered establishing the City Legislative Action Program and Priorities for 1995.
Moved by Romero/Smith to adopt Resolution No.8398 establishing legislative priorities for 1995,and
appoint Council Member Smith to serve as the Clty's delegate to the League of California Cities TRY
Legislative Delegate Program"; motion carried (5-0).
APPOINTMENTS
A-1 BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION (BIA) (File No. 123)
Council considered approving the appointment of five newly elected BIA Board Members whose terms
expire on March 31, 1997.
Diane Giadwell.City Clerk stated Peter Terhune,Pierre Rademaker,Correne Cotta,Mike Spangler and
Ann Reeves-Tolbert had been elected to the Board of Directors.
Moved by Romero/Roalman to appoint Peter Terhune, Pierre Rademaker, Correne Cotta, Mike
Spangler and Ann Reeves-Tolbert to the BIA Board of Directors; motion carried (5-0).
A-2 ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION (File No. 123)
Council considered approving reappointments to the Architectural Review Commission,one to a four
year term expiring on March 31, 1999, and one to a three year term to expire March 31, 1998.
Council Member Smith reviewed the subcommittee's recommendation to reappoint Woody Combrink
and Ron Regier.
Moved by Smith/Romero to reappoint Woody Combrink to a four year term,and Ron Regier to a three
year term; motion carried (5-0).
A-3 PROMOTIONAL COORDINATING COMMITTEE (File No. 123)
Council considered approving a reappointment to the Promotional Coordinating Committee to a four
year tern to expire March 31, 1999,and an appointment to a three year term to expire March 31, 1998.
Council Member Williams reviewed the subcommittee's recommendation to reappoint Dianne Long
and appoint Sandy Baer.
Moved by Williams/Smith to reappoint Dianne Long to a four year term, and appoint Sandy Baer to
a three year term; motion carried (5-0).
A-4 BOARD OF APPEALS (File No. 123)
Council considered approving reappointments to the Board of Appeals for four year terms to expire
on March 31, 1999.
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Vice Mayor Romero presented the subcommittee's recommendation to reappoint Randy Rea and
Robert Stevens.
Moved by Romero/Williams to reappoint Randy Rea and Robert Stevens to four year terms; motion
carried (5-0).
A-5 PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION (File No. 123)
Council considered approving reappointments to the Parks and Recreation Commission; one for a
three year term to expire March 31, 19989 and one to a four year term to expire on March 31, 1999.
Vice Mayor Romero presented the subcommittee's recommendation to reappoint Wendy Pyper and
Ron Regan.
Moved by Romer Iliams to reappoint Wendy Pyper to a three year term,and Ron Regan to a four
year tens; motion carried (5-0).
A-6 MASS TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE (File No. 123)
Council considered approving a reappointment to the Mass Transportation Committee to a four year
tern expiring on March 31, 1999.
Vice Mayor Romero presented the subcommittee's recommendation to reappoint Walter Vance.
Moved by Romero/Williams to reappoint Walter Vance to a four year term to serve as disabled
representative as stipulated by the MTC bylaws; motion carried (5-0).
COUNCIL LIAISON REPORTS
C.L.R.1. Council Member Smith reported on California Specialized Training Institute (CSTI)
earthquake preparedness program attended by Council Members and staff.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. UNMET TRANSIT NEEDS (File No. 542)
Council held a public hearing to consider requests from the public regarding new, expanded or
modified transit services.
Mike McCluskey. Public Works Director, reviewed the process.
Mayor Settle declared the public hearing open.
Blair London. 4436 Sunflower Way, stated busses were late frequently and schedules never
accommodated for rain delays or large crowds. Route 5 was always late.
Dorothy Sharu. 1105 Laurel Lane #4, spoke about lifts being broken and not repaired.
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Benny Martin. 899 Mission, complained about the discontinuation of bus service on Chorro.
Laura Morgan. 3000 Augusta#249, spoke in opposition to delays and required transfers to reach the
Senior Center from Judson Terrace.
Louie Scoaains, San Luis Obispo, requested a direct bus to the Senior Center, stating it was unsafe
for seniors to cross the street to transfer buses.
Lenore Lowy. 721 Johnson, stated wheelchair lifts were not always properly operated.
Mike Bambaum. San Luis Obispo, urged the formation of a County Transit District, with the goal to
combine SLOCOG, CCAT, and other regional transit boards.
Gloria Pautz. 371 Lincoln, asked Council to reconsider the elimination of bus service on Chorro St.
Mayor Settle declared the public hearing closed.
Council discussed new schedules and bus service on Chorro Street.
No action was required; staff will analyze requests using the City's adopted definitions of 'unmet
transit need' and reasonable to meer and will return to Council with recommended findings.
2. NEIGHBORHOOD ENHANCEMENT (File No. 422)
Council held a public hearing to consider amendments to the zoning regulations,including regulating
the use of furniture, vehicles, equipment and other items in street yards, limit paving in front yards,
requiring maintenance of fences, and allowing limited RV camping in driveways, to Improve and
simplify enforcement procedures.
Arnold Jonas. Community Development Director, reviewed requirements, including the compromise
reached on pavement percentages.
Mayor Settle declared the public hearing open.
Ray Nordauist.Chair of Residents for Quality Neighborhoods(RON),stated the ordinance was needed
to combat blight created by absentee landlords and dilapidated houses. RON was unhappy with the
72 hour restriction and requested landscaping and building maintenance requirements.
Henry Caserepresenting the Alta Vista Area Neighborhood,stated he did not approve of Recreational
Vehicle (RV) parking in residential areas.
Patrick Newbold, 876 Vendable Street, spoke in support of the ordinance, requested a landscape
maintenance requirement, and stated Rvs should not be stored in residential areas.
John Dunn. Sr.. spoke about Rvs in residential areas.
Lee Burkett. 1304 Oceanaire, spoke in support of RV storage restrictions.
Roy Hanff. 569 Lawrence Dr., spoke In opposition of the proposed ordinance.
Mac McCullar. 2907 Johnson Ave., spoke in support of storing Rvs in residential areas.
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Richard Schmidt. 112 Broad St, expressed concern about violation of civil liberties and stated the
ordinance was unworkable for small homes.
Madl Gates. 125 Serrano Heights, asked Council to defer paving restrictions.
Jim Gates. 125 Serrano Heights, spoke In support of the proposed ordinance.
Ernest Triple. 3477 Sequoia Dr., supported RV parking in residential areas.
Harold Miller. 1740 Lee Ann Court, stated the ordinance was unnecessary.
Pete Evans. 2040 Rachel Street, spoke against the proposed ordinance.
Larry Wrinht 515 Lawrence Drive, stated the ordinance was too restrictive.
Lane Jones. San Luis Obispo, opposed restrictions on RV parking.
Mayor Settle declared the public hearing closed.
Council discussed exceptions for outdoor furniture and RV parking language.
Rob Bryn.Zoning Enforcement Officer, stated the existing code had been Interpreted as not allowing
RV storage in yards;the main change in the proposed ordinance was reducing the expense to enforce
current regulations.
Council discussed enforcement provisions, legal Issues, and paving restrictions.
Moved by Williams/Smith to introduce Ordinance No. 1277 as amended (Section 4,strike 72 hours',
insert°seven days',add maccesW before'eesement or sidewalk.°; 517.17.040(A)strike waste haulers,
garbage cans, recycle bins, barbecues; (8) add 'Building' before 'Materials°; (C3) add 'unless
exempted in 06 below'after 'items.'; (132) add 'Building' before "Materials'; 517.17.050 strike '40W
Insert 050W,add'not to exceed 26 feet wide'after'front yard'; ;17.17.070 add visible from the public
right--of-waY after 'missing material.1 concurring with the negative declaration of environmental
Impact and amending the zoning regulations to clarify and expand existing regulations and to improve
and simplify enforcement procedures, based on findings listed in this report; motion carried (5-0).
10:05 PM Mayor Settle declared a recess.
10:20 PM Council reconvened, all Council Members present
3. LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT- SWAZEY STREET (File No.)
Council held a public hearing to consider a request for a lot line adjustment where the resulting lots
have a depth less than the minimum depth required by City subdivision regulations; Scott Lathrop,
applicant.
Arnold Jonas. Community Development Director, reviewed the request.
Mayor Settle declared the public hearing open.
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Scott Lathroo, applicant, stated his request was necessitated by a change in ownership.
Pete Evans. 2040 Rachel Street, expressed concern that the lot line adjustment would lead to
development of the property.
Mayor Settle declared the public hearing closed.
Moved by Romero/Willlams to adopt Resolution No. 8399 approving the lot line adjustment subject
to the recommended findings and one condition; motion carried (5-0).
4. SONIC CABLE RENEWAL (File No. 143)
Council held a public hearing to consider renewing the franchise agreement with.Sonic Cable
Television of San Luis Obispo for a term of 15 years.
Ken Hamoian, Assistant City Administrative Officer, reviewed the past negotiation process.
Deb Hossli. Assistant to the City Administrative Officer, gave an overview of the proposed franchise
agreement
Mayor Settle declared the public hearing open.
Brad Brown. 475 Pacific Street, made several recommendations for implementation of the Public
Education and Government (PEG) access channel.
Hank Alberts. 544 Pacific#107, requested opportunities for Independent producers.
LaVerne Schneider. 1356 Marsh Street, spoke in opposition to the 15 year term.
Rov Hanes.San Luis Obispo, opposed the 15 year term,and stated Senior Citizens needed a discount.
Clyde Hostetter. 48 Los Palos Drive, spoke about proposed Federal legislation.
Mayor Settle declared the public hearing closed.
Council discussed the impact of deferring the franchise renewal and expressed regret that they were
not able to provide a low-income discount.
Moved by RomeroJRoalman to introduce Ordinance No. 1278 to print granting a fifteen year franchise
agreement; motion carried (5-0).
COMMUNICATIONS
COMMA. Council Member Smith requested the 25th Anniversary of Hotline of SLO County be
agendized (general consent).
COMM.2. Mayor Settle stated that Vice Mayor Romero and staff met with representatives from other
jurisdictions to set the agenda for the joint meeting in Paso Robles on April 11th at 7:30 p.m.
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COMM.3. Council Member Williams requested March 18th be proclaimed as Paul Spangler Day
(general consent).
COMM.4. Council Member Williams requested further discussion of the Highway 41 vote;consensus
was reached to bring back a discussion of the process by which Council representatives vote on
regional bodies.
COMMS. Mavor Settle expressed congratulations to San Luis Obispo High School and Mission
Preparatory for their CIF Championship
BUSINESS ITEM
5. COUNCIL GOAL PRIORITY RECONSIDERATION (File No. 233)
Council considered a request by Council Member Smith to reconsider the priority for an earlier
established Council Goal C.5, 'Expand the Economic Development Program.'
Council Member Kathy Smith outlined her proposal.
Bill Thoma. President of the Chamber of Commerce, spoke in support.
John Belsher.representing the Business Coalition, offered assistance in Implementing the program.
Moved by Smith/Williams to move goal C.S, °Expand the Economic Development Program,' to the
major City_ goals category, and incorporate the proposal from Council Member Smith Into this
program; motion carried (4-1, Council Member Roalman voting no).
12:02 AM there being no further business to come before the City Council, Mayor Settle adjourned
the meeting to Tuesday, March 14, 1995 at 7:00 PM in the Council Chambenti
APPROVED BY COUNCIL:
Diane R. Gladwell, City Clerk
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CLOSED SESSION OF Ti IE CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO Draft Minutes
TUESDAY, MARCH 21, 1995- 6:30 PM
CITY HALL- COUNCIL HEARING ROOM 990 PALM STREET to be approved
SAN LUIS OBISPO, CALIFORNIA at Cauncil Meeting
ROLL CALL: 4�
Council.Members
Present: Council Member Bill Roalipan,Kathy Smith,Dodie W lfisn*and
Mayor Allen Settle
Absent: Vice-Mayor Dave Romero
City Staff
Present;
Jeff Jorgensen, City Attorney
A.. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL
(pursuant to Govemme_nt Code°Section 54956,9)
Existing Litigation, Jordan-v. City. (WCAB)
6:45 PM.Mavor Settle declared a.recess to open session in the Council Chambers,.where a public
report of the action taken In closed session would be.given.
APPROVED BY COUNCIL
.Diane R..Gladwell, City-Clerk
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CITY HALL- COUNCIL CHAMBERS - 990 PALM STREET to be approved
SAN LUIS OBISPO, CALIFORNIA at Council Meet!"!9.
ROLL CALL:
Council Members
Present: Council Members Bill Roalman, Kathy Smith, Dodie Williams,
and Mayor Allen Settle
Absent: Vice Mayor Dave Romero
City Staff
Present: John Dunn, City Administrative Officer, Diane Gladwell, City
Clerk; Jeff Jorgensen, City Attorney; Ken Hampian, Assistant
City Administrative Officer;. Mike McCluskey, Public Works
Director; Jim Gardiner, Police Chief; John Moss, Utilities
Director; Ron Whisenand, Development Review Manager
Jeff Jorgensen, City Attorney, reported Council held a Closed Session and authorized a settlement,
but negotiations were not final.
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD
P.C.I. T. Keith Gurnee, San Luis Obispo, stated that the Highway 41 realignment in Atascadero had
been in progress since 1967, most of the right of way had been acquired, and the design was 65%
completed. He requested Council Member Roalman change his vote as the Council's SLOCOG
delegate on the Highway 41 issue or resign as SLOCOG's delegate.
P.CZ Richie Ray Walker, San Luis Obispo, requested water rate rollbacks and a traffic signal at
Orcutt Road and Laurel Lane.
P.C.3. Betty Henson. 1860 Thelma Dr., requested entertainment for teenagers in San Luis Obispo;
Council referred her to Parks and Recreation Director Paul LeSage.
P.C.4. Michelle Roest,San Luis Obispo, invited citizens to participate in San Luis Garbage's recycling
event on Saturday, March 25th.
PRESENTATIONS
Presentation by the Business Improvement Association of the Downtown Beautification Awards.
Marshall Ochylski. Business Improvement Association, presented slides of award winners.
Council Member Williams presented awards as follows: _
Best New Construction:
Downtown Center, Phase 2 - Merit Award
Woolpert,Toews & Terhuene Building - Merit Award
Best New Interior Construction:
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Mother's Tavern - Merit Award
Starbucks - Merit Award
Structure- Certificate of Excellence
Council Member Smith presented awards as follows:
Best Exterior Remodel:
Trian Investments- Merit Award
Parable- Merit Award
Best Interior Remodel:
Big Sky- Merit Award
Bagel Basement- Merit Award
Unn's Fruit Bin- Certificate of Excellence
Council Member Roalman presented awards as follows:
Best Facade Remodel:
Barrett Block- Merit Award
Art of Sandwich - Certificate of Excellence
Maintenance:
Downtown Shell - Certificate of Recognition
Downtown Bench Program and various donors- Certificate Recognition
First Bank- Certificate of Recognition
Garden Street Inn - Certificate of Recognition
Teass Building - Certificate of Recognition
J.P. Andrews Building - Certificate of Recognition
Ann's - Certificate of Recognition
Downtown Center- Certificate of Recognition
Marshall Ochvlski presented awards as follows:
Best Window Merchandising
Ann's- Merit Award
Ambiance - Merit Award
Hands Gallery- Certificate of Excellence
Best Interior Merchandising:
Gap- Merit Award
Structure- Merit Award
Body Suit - Certificate of Excellence
Mayor Settle presented awards as follows:
Downtown Facade Program - Special Award
Decemberfest- Mayor's Award
CONSENT AGENDA
Moved by SmithfRoalman to approve the Consent Agenda as recommended by the City
Administrative Officer with the exception of C-4 as noted; motion carried (4-0-1,Vice Mayor Romero
absent). _
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C-1 COUNCIL MINUTES
Consideration of the minutes of:
Tuesday, February 21, 1995 at 6:00 p.m., and
Tuesday, February 21, 1995 at 7:00 p.m.
Moved by Smith/Roalman to waive oral reading and approve minutes; motion carried (4-0-1, Vice
Mayor Romero absent).
C-2 LEASE PAYMENT TEMPORARY SUSPENSION (File No. 551)
Council considered granting a temporary suspension (until July 1, 1996) of parking lease payments
for the property owner, Michael Rice, at 1020 Railroad Avenue,and waive the current amount($7,234)
of outstanding payments.
Moved by Smith/Roalman to temporarily suspend and waive parking lease payments for 1020 Railroad
Avenue and waive the current amount($1,234.00)of outstanding payments;motion carried (4-0-1,Vice
Mayor Romero absent).
C-3 NIPOMO STREET BRIDGE - PROGRAM SUPPLEMENT (File No. 93-55)
Council considered approving Program Supplement No.015 to Local Agency/State Master Agreement
for Federal Projects No. 05-5016(002) for "Bridge Replacement Project - Nipomo Street at San Luis
Obispo Creek; City Plan No. J-12H.
Moved by Smith/Roalman to adopt Resolution No. 8401 approving Program Supplement No. 015;
motion carried (4-0-1, Vice Mayor Romero absent).
C-4 NEIGHBORHOOD ENHANCEMENT (File No. 422)
Council considered granting final passage to an ordinance amending the zoning regulations to
strengthen property maintenance provisions. (Continued from 3/7/95.)
Council discussed outdoor furniture,fence heights and screening requirements. Staff recommended
that the minor clean-up language be brought back as a separate item at a later date.
Moved by Roalman/Smith to grant final passage to Ordinance No. 1277; motion carried (4-0-1, Vice
Mayor Romero absent).
C-5 SONIC CABLE RENEWAL (File No. 143)
Council considered granting final passage to an ordinance granting a fifteen year franchise to Sonic
Cable Television of San Luis Obispo.
Moved by Smfth/Roalman to give final passage to Ordinance No. 1278; motion carried (4-0-1, Vice
Mayor Romero absent).
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C-6 RFP - CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT- HEADQUARTERS FIRE STATION (File No. 95-19D)
Council considered approving a Request for Proposals (RFP) to provide Construction
Management/DSA Certified Resident Inspection services during the construction phase of the new
Headquarters Fire Station.
Moved by Smith/Roalman to authorize CAO to release RFP and award and execute an agreement with
the successful proposer if the proposal is$110,000 or less; motion carried (4-0-1,Vice Mayor Romero
absent).
C-7 PURCHASE OF REPLACEMENT COPIERS (File No. 95-26)
Council considered a three year agreement with Copytron for the purchase of copiers. using a
cooperative purchasing agreement developed by the State of California and U.S. General Services
Administration.
Moved by Smith/Roalman to approve agreement using cooperative purchasing agreement; motion
carried (4-0-1, Vice Mayor Romero absent).
APPOINTMENTS
A-1 BICYCLE COMMITTEE (File No. 123)
Council considered an appointment to the Bicycle Advisory Committee.
Council Member Roalman presented the subcommittee's recommendation to reappoint Craig
Anderson.
Moved by Roalman/Smith to reappoint Craig Anderson to a four year term to expire 3/31/99; motion
carried (4-0-1, Vice Mayor Romero absent).
A-2 CULTURAL HERITAGE COMMITTEE (File No. 123)
Council considered appointments to the Cultural Heritage Committee.
Council Member Williams presented the subcommittee's recommendations to appoint John Edmisten
and Alice Loh, and to reappoint Victoria Wood and Dan Krieger.
Moved by Williams/Roalman to appoint John Edmisten to an unexpired tens to end 3/31/97,
reappoint Victoria Wood to a three year term to expire 3/31/98, reappoint Dan Krieger to a four year
term to expire 3/31/99, and appoint Alice Loh to a three year term to expire 3/31/98; motion carried
(4-0-1, Vice Mayor Romero absent).
A-3 HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION (File No. 123)
Council considered appointments to the Human Relations Commission.
Council Member Roalman presented the subcommittee's recommendation to reappoint Trish Avery
and Joan Lawrence.
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Moved by Roalman/Williams to reappoint Trish Avery to a four year term to expire 3/3.1/99, and
reappoint Joan Lawrence to a three year term to expire 3/31/98; motion carried (4-0-1, Vice Mayor
Romero absent).
A-4 PERSONNEL BOARD (File No. 123)
Council considered an appointment to the Personnel Board.
Council Member Smith presented the subcommittee's recommendation to reappoint Dann Torrance.
Moved by Smith/Roalman to reappoint Dann Torrance to a three year term to expire 3/31/98; motion
carried (4-0-1, Vice Mayor Romero absent).
A-5 PLANNING COMMISSION (File No. 123)
Council considered appointments to the Planning Commission.
Mayor Settle presented the subcommittee's recommendation to reappoint Charles Senn.
Moved by Settle/Smith to reappoint Charles Senn toa four year term to expire 3/31/99;motion carried
(4-0-1, Vice Mayor Romero absent).
A-6 HOUSING AUTHORITY (File No. 123)
Council considered appointments to the Housing Authority.
Mayor Settle presented the subcommittee's recommendation to reappoint Biz Steinberg,Jamie Daniel
and Alice Martin.
Moved by Settle/Roalman to reappoint Biz Steinberg to a four year term to expire 3/31/99, and
reappoint Jamie Daniel (tenant commissioner)and Alice Martin (tenant/elderly commissioner)to two
year terns to expire on 3/31/97; motion carried (4-0-1, Vice Mayor Romero absent).
A-7 JOINT RECREATIONAL USE OF SCHOOL PROPERTY (File No. 123)
Council considered an appointment to the Joint Recreational Use of School District Property
Committee.
Council Member Roalman presented the subcommittee's recommendation to appoint Steve Sales.
Moved by Roalman/Smith to appoint Steve-Sales to a three year.term to expire 3/31/98; motion
carried (4-0-1, Vice Mayor Romero absent).
COUNCIL LIAISON REPORTS
C.L.R.1. Council Member Roalman reported there would be a special SLOCOG meeting in Atascadero
tomorrow to discuss Highway 41 issues.
C.L.R.2. Council Member Williams invited the public to purchase La Fiesta buttons and T-shirts.
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PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. MOBILE HOME PARK RENT STABILIZATION (File No. 424)
Council held a public hearing to consider amending the Mobile Home Park Rent Stabilization
ordinance concerning automatic adjustments to rent to make such adjustments applicable to both
Increases or decreases in expenses,to clarify that expenses do not include capital improvements or
ongoing maintenance costs, and to extend the notice period for such increases or decreases to 90
days.
Jeff Jorgensen, City Attorney, reviewed the history of the request to amend the ordinance.
Mayor Settle declared the public hearing open.
David Evansrepresenting the Western Mobilehome Parkowners Association, spoke against any
reconsideration or amendments to the ordinance in place.
Ray Neimish. San Luis Obispo, spoke in support of the proposed amendments.
Jim Buttery. representing the owners of Laguna Lake Mobile Home Park, spoke in opposition.
Betty Henson. 1860 Thelma Dr., spoke in support of the proposals.
Bill Henson. 1860 Thelma Dr., agreed that the ordinance was a better solution.
Mavor Settle declared the public hearing closed.
Council discussed an initiative on the March, 1996 ballot to remove local control from mobile home
rentals and the impact of the proposed changes in the ordinance.
Moved by Roalman/Smith to introduce Ordinance No. 1279 amending section 5.44.060(E) of the
Mobile Home Park Rent Stabilization ordinance; motion carried (4-04, Vice Mayor Romero absent).
2 PARKING GARAGE USER FEES (File No. 109)
Council held a public hearing to consider extending the hours of parking garage user fees to 9:30 p.m.
on Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings.
Mike McCluskey, Public Works Director, reviewed the need to extend the hours to provide better
management of the facility and prevent vandalism and loitering. He clarified that the hours would be
extended to 11:00 p.m., as presented in the amended resolution.
Mayor Settle declared the public hearing open.
No one spoke for or against this item.
Mayor Settle declared the public hearing closed.
Moved by Roalman/Smith to adopt Resolution No. 8402 extending hours of parking garage user fees;
motion carried (4-0-1, Vice Mayor Romero absent).
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3. FRENCH ANNEXATION/PRE-ZONING (File No. 441)
Council held a public hearing to consider giving final passage to an ordinance concurring with the
negative declaration of environmental impact and amending the zoning map from Low-Density-
Residential (County zoning) to Low-Density-Residential, with specific overlay (R-1-SP) for a 14-acre
parcel adjacent to the City limits at 4380 Broad Street (ANNX/R 110-93); Charles French, applicanL
(Continued from 1/17/95.)
Ron Whisenand,Development Review Manager,reviewed the interest of property owners in annexing
property next to Fuller Road.
Mayor Settle declared the public hearing open.
John French, applicant, spoke in support of the staff recommendation.
Mayor Settle declared the public hearing closed.
Council•discussed annexation alternatives and the status of surrounding parcels.
Moved by Smith/Williams to give final passage to Ordinance No. 1275 prezoning a 14-acre parcel
outside the city limits to Low-Density-Residential, with a Specific Plan overlay (R-1-SP); additional
properties were considered, but no action on annexation of the additional parcels taken at this time;
motion carried (3-1-1, Council Member Roalman voting no, Vice Mayor Romero absent).
COMMUNICATIONS
COMMA. Council Member Smith reported Police Officer Isabel Funaro received a 1995 Women of
Distinction Award.
COMM.2. Council Member Smith reported on efforts to set a meeting with Paso Robles to review their
Economic Development Program.
BUSINESS ITEMS
4. SEWER LATERAL PROGRAM (File No. 527)
Council considered a Pilot Program for investigation of private wastewater service lateral evaluation.
Jeff Jorgensen, City Attorney, left the Chamber due to a potential conflict of interest.
John Moss. Utilities Director, reviewed the pilot program.
Council expressed concern with public funding of private improvements, future direction and costs
of the program.
Moved by Roalman/Williams to approve pilot program and direct staff to prepare appropriate
documents for consideration in the 1995-97 budget; motion carried (4-0-1, Vice Mayor Romero
absent).
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Diane R: Gladwell, City Clerk
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