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CLOSED SESSION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO
FRIDAY, MARCH 14, 1997-2:30 P.M.
COUNCIL HEARING ROOM, 990 PALM STREET
SAN LUIS OBISPO, CALIFORNIA
ROLL CALL:
Council Members
Present: Council Members Kathy Smith, Dave Romero, Dodie Williams, Vice Mayor
Bill Roalman,and Mayor Allen Settle
City Staff
Present: Sharon and Gary Brunner, Consultants
City Council held a closed session to discuss the following issue:
APPOINTED OFFICIALS EVALUATION
Pursuant to Government Code sec. 54957.1(a)(6)
Titles: City Administrative Officer
City Attorney
Facilitators: Sharon Brunner, Gary Brunner
3:45 P.M. Mayor Settle adjourned the meeting to Tuesday, March 18, 1997 at 6:30 p.m. in the
Planning Conference Room at City Hall, 990 Palm Street.
APPROVED BY COUNCIL: 4/15/97 Bonnie L Gawf, City Clerk
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CLOSED SESSION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO
TUESDAY, MARCH 25, 1997-8:00 A.M.
COUNCIL HEARING ROOM, 990 PALM STREET
SAN LUIS OBISPO, CALIFORNIA
ROLL CALL:
Council Members
Present: Council Members Kathy Smith, Dave Romero, Dodie Williams, Vice Mayor
Bill Roalman,and Mayor Allen Settle
City Staff
Present: Ann Slate, Personnel Director; Jeff Jorgensen, City Attorney; John Dunn,
City Administrative Officer
City Council held a closed session to discuss the following issue:
APPOINTED OFFICIALS EVALUATION
Pursuant to Government Code sec. 54957.1(a)(6)
Titles: City Administrative Officer
City Attorney
Council convened in open session to report that evaluations had been completed.
11:10 a.m. There being no further business to come before the City Council, Mayor Settle
adjourned the meeting to Tuesday, March 25, 1997 at 7:00 p.m. in the Community Room of the
City/County Library, 995 Palm Street.
Bonnie L. Gawf, City Clerk
APPROVED BY COUNCIL: 4/15/97
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MINUTES
ADJOURNED MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO
TUESDAY, MARCH 25, 1997-7:00 P.M.
LIBRARY COMMUNITY ROOM, 995 PALM STREET
SAN LUIS OBISPO, CALIFORNIA
ROLL CALL:
Council Members
Present: Council Members Kathy Smith, Dave Romero, Dodie Williams,Vice Mayor Bill
Roalman,and Mayor Allen Settle
City Staff
Present: John Dunn,City Administrative Officer;Jeff Jorgensen,City Attorney; Bonnie
Gawf,City Clerk;John Moss, Utilities Director; Neil Havlik, Natural Resources
Manager, Dave Pierce, Wastewater Reclamation Coordinator; Sue Baasch,
Administrative Analyst; Gary Henderson,Water Division Manager
PRESENTATIONS
BIA Beautification Awards—Deborah Holley,BIA Administrator,introduced Marshall Ochvlski.
Landplans owner,who presented a brief history of the awards and the eligibility requirements.
Council members presented awards for Best New Construction/Remodel(Interior and Exterior),
Maintenance,Window Merchandising, Interior Merchandising and Specialty Decorating. Mr.Ochylski
presented the Chairman's Award,and Mayor Settle presented the Mayor's Award and a proclamation
of appreciation to Mr.Ochylski.
CONSENT AGENDA
Cl. SOLID WASTE FRANCHISE (File No. 146)
Council considered giving final passage to an ordinance granting a fifteen year solid waste
collection and disposal franchise to San Luis Garbage Company. (Continued from 314/97.)
Moved by RomeroMlilliams to give final passage to Ordinance No. 1319; motion carried(4-1,
Roalman opposed).
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD
PCI. Ray Belknap.Land Conservancy,stated the Land Conservancy is holding a public meeting to
take public comments regarding proposed projects for San Luis Creek. He announced a tree
planting for the creek on April 191'.
APPOINTMENTS
Al. HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION (File No.123)
Council considered reappointing Randy Baudendistel and Marion Wolff to one-year terms to
expire on 3/31/98.
Moved by Romero/Williams to approve appointments; motion carried
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A2. TREE COMMITTEE (File No. 123)
Council considered reappointing Barbara Murphy to a three-year term to expire 3/31/2000,and
appointing Steve Caminiti to a two-year term to expire 3/31/99,and Michelle Hull to an unexpired
term to end 3/31198.
Moved by Romero/Settle to approve appointments and thank Jeff Ferber for his service to the
committee; motion carried (5-0 ).
CLOSED SESSION ANNOUNCEMENT
City Attorney Jorgensen stated that a closed session was held at 8:00 this morning regarding:
APPOINTED OFFICIALS EVALUATION
Pursuant to Government Code§54957.1(a)(6)
Titles: City Administrative Officer
City Attorney
CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR
Pursuant to Government Code§54957.6
Agency Negotiator. City Council
Unrepresented Employees: City Administrative Officer
City Attomey
and the results of the direction given by Council will be brought back to the April 15,1997 meeting in
open session.
COUNCIL LIAISON REPORTS
CLR1. There were no reports.
COMMUNICATIONS
Comm1. Mayor Settle stated that he had sent correspondence to Camp San Luis, regarding a
proposal to use the military site as temporary student housing.
Comm2. Mayor Settle noted that the meeting between the San Luis Obispo County Cities has been
rescheduled for June 5°i.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. WATER REUSE PROJECT (File No.517)
Council held a public hearing to consider certification of the Final Environmental Impact Report
for the Water Reuse Project(formerly known as the Water Reclamation Project)
Utilities Director Moss presented the staff report presenting details of the project and outlining
mitigation measures.
Wastewater Reclamation Coordinator Pierce presented a detailed project description as addressed
by the EIR. He outlined the uses for the reclaimed water,and a summary of the project schedule. n
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He explained the potential impacts down stream and summarized two previous environmental
studies. Details of identified impacts to biological resources were presented.
Mayor Settle opened the public hearing.
Paul Cleveland, 1321 Price Street, Pismo Beach,SLO Creek Steelhead Trout author,stated that the
water reuse project would cause the trout population to decline and the mitigation plan is
unacceptable. He stated that he will protest to the State Water Control Board if the EIR is certified
as is .
Ray Belknap.743 Pacific SW, Land Conservancy,said that the Land Conservancy Board has not
taken a stance. He asked the Council to address the management issue and suggested
incorporating flexibility into the plan so additional water could be released down stream during a
severe drought.
Phil Ashley,SLO,stated that releasing 1.7 cubic feet of water per second is not enough to
maintain habitat for in stream flows. He asked Council to delay their decision,and asked that at
least 2.75 cubic feet of water per second be released.
Bill Thoma,Chamber of Commerce,spoke in support of the EIR and urged certification, because
there is a need for the water.
Pat Veesart. SLO Resident,Sierra Club Chair,stated that the water release should be 3.0 cubic feet
per second. He said he generally supports the project, but fears that water reuse may increase the
demand for irrigation.
Bill Lamdue,California Sport Fishing Alliance,voiced concerns regarding a decrease in the fish
population and asked that water be released at a rate of at least 2 cubic feet per second.
Mayor Settle closed the public hearing.
After discussion, moved by Smith/Romero to adopt Resolution No.8643 certifying that the EIR for
the Water Reuse Project is adequate; motion carried (4-1,Roalman opposed).
There being no further business to come before the City Council,Mayor Settle adjourned the meeting
at 10:25 p.m.to Tuesday,April 1,1997 at 3:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber,990 Palm Street,San Luis
Obispo.
APPROVED BY COUNCIL:4/15/97
BG:dr Bonnie L.Gawf,City Cleric
MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO
TUESDAY,APRIL 1, 1997-3:00 P.M.
COUNCIL CHAMBER,990 PALM STREET
SAN LUIS OBISPO, CALIFORNIA
ROLL CALL:
Council Members
Present: Council Members Kathy Smith, Dave Romero, Dodie Williams,Vice Mayor Bill
Roalman,and Mayor Allen Settle
City Staff
Present: John Dunn,City Administrative Officer;Jeff Jorgensen,City Attorney; Bonnie
Gawf, City Clerk; Ken Hampian,Assistant City Administrative Officer; Arnold
Jonas, Community Development Director, Bill Statler, Finance Director; Jim
Gardiner, Police Chief, Bob Neumann, Fire Chief; Ann Slate, Director of
Personnel; John Moss, Utilities Director; Mike McCluskey; Public Works
Director, Paul LeSage, Parks and Recreation Director; Ron Whisenand,
Development Review Manager, John Mandeville, Long Range Planning
Manager, Pam Ricci, Associate Planner, Whitney Mcllvaine, Associate
Planner, Neil Havlik, Natural Resources Manager, Jeff Hook, Associate
Planner, Wendy George, Assistant to the CAO; Jane McVey, Economic
Development Manager.
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD
PC1. There were no public comments.
CONSENT AGENDA
Moved by Romero/Smith to approve the Consent Agenda as recommended by the City
Administrative Officer, motion carried(5-0).
C1. COUNCIL MINUTES (GAWF)
Council considered the minutes of:
Tuesday, March 18, 1997 at 6:30 p.m.; and
Tuesday,Manch 18, 1997 at 7:00 p.m.
Moved by Romero/Smith to waive oral reading and approve minutes as recommended; motion
carried (5-0).
C2. HIGHWAY FUNDING EXCHANGE (File No. 1145)
Council considered exchanging $150,000 of Regional State Highway Account(RSHA) funding for
$150,000 of Proposition116 funding.
Moved by Romero/Smith to adopt Resolution No.8644 approving exchange of funding; motion
carried (5-0).
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C3. NATURAL RESOURCES GRANT FUNDS APPLICATIONS (File No.487)
Council considered four grant applications for the City's Natural Resources Program: (1)the
California Department of Fish and Game in the amount of$50,000 for fishery enhancement on San
Luis Obispo, Stenner,and Brizzolara Creeks; (2)the State Wildlife Conservation Board in the
amount of$30,000 for Pennington Creek Steelhead Enhancement; (3)the State Wildlife
Conservation Board in the amount of up to$200,000 in support of Bishop Peak acquisition; and (4)
the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service in the amount of$7,500 in support of acquisition of the
Southern Pacific Railroad property in Stenner Creek Canyon.
Moved by Romero/Smith to adopt Resolutions No.8645.8646.8647 and 8648 authorizing submittal
of grant applications; motion carried (5-0).
C4. RFP FOR ADVERTISING SERVICES (File No. 1046)
Council considered the Promotional Coordinating Committee's proposed Request for Proposals
(RFP)for City of San Luis Obispo's Tourism Advertising Contract for 1997-99.
Moved by Romero/Smith to approve RFP for 1997-99 Marketing Services for the City of San Luis
Obispo; motion carried(5-0).
C5. POLLUTION CONTROL GRANT APPLICATIONS (File No.703)
Council considered applications for grant assistance from the Motor Vehicle Emission Reduction
Fund administered by the County Air Pollution Control District(APCD); 1)Community Bicycle
Locker Purchase Program ($15,000);and 2) City Voluntary Trip Reduction Program Support
($7,000).
Moved by Romero/Smith to adopt Resolution No. 8649 approving submittal of grant applications;
motion carried (5-0).
C6. PCC GRANT-IN-AID (File No. 1051)
Council considered a grant-in-aid recommendation by the Promotional Coordinating Committee to
SLOCO Access in the amount of$1,025.
Moved by Romero/Smith to approve the PCC's recommendation to give a grant-in-aid of$1,025 to
SLOCO Access to fund its special access guide; motion carried (5-0).
C7. BUS PURCHASES (File No.541)
Council considered a contract to purchase three new buses for SLO Transit.
Moved by Romero/Smith to 1)Approve contract with Gillig Corporation in the amount of$769,419
to furnish three diesel transit buses; and 2) authorize the Mayor to execute the contract; motion
carried (5-0).
C8. AMBULANCE LEASE AGREEMENT (File No.725)
Council considered a lease agreement with San Luis Ambulance, Inc.,in the amount of$18,000 per
year for rental of space within Fire Station One,and appropriating $5,000 from the General Fund to
modify the existing structure to accommodate housing of an ambulance crew.
Moved by Romero/Smith to approve lease agreement and appropriation of funds; motion carried
(5-0).
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COUNCIL LIAISON REPORTS
There were no Council liaison reports.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. ERNIE BALL ANNEXATION/PREZONING&GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT (File No.441)
Council held a public hearing to consider a request to annex two parcels totaling 13.46 acres on
the south side of Suburban Road (151 Suburban Road)(Annx, GP/R, ER 154-96-Annexation#46);
Sterling Ball, Ernie Ball, Inc.applicant.
Community Development Director Jonas presented the staff report. He reminded Council that the
formal action to adopt the resolution for each General Plan Amendment would be taken at the end
of the meeting.
Mayor Settle opened the public hearing.
Sterling Ball. Ernie Ball Guitar Company(Applicant),asked Council to approve the annexation to
the City and to consider the financial benefits.
Andrew Merriam,spoke in favor of the annexation and offered to answer questions.
Mayor Settle closed the public hearing.
After discussion, moved by Smith/Romero to 1)Conceptually approve a mitigated negative
declaration of environmental impact and amendment of the General Plan Land Use Element text
to enable annexation prior to completion of the Airport Area Specific Plan,and direct staff to
aggregate Resolution No.8650 with other proposed General Plan amendment actions for
adoption by a single motion at the end of the meeting;2)introduce Ordinance No.1312 to print
concurring with the mitigated negative declaration of environmental impact and prezoning the
annexation area Manufacturing; 3)approve and authorize the Mayor to execute a pre-annexation
agreement with the applicant providing for payment of fees consistent with the interim annexation
policy; and,4)adopt Resolution No.8651 recommending that LAFCo approve the annexation;
motion carried (5-0).
2. SPICE HUNTER/SONIC CABLE ANNEXATION/PREZONING&GENERAL PLAN
AMENDMENT (File No.441)
Council held a public hearing to consider a request to annex two parcels totaling 14.44 acres
between Tank Farm Road and Suburban Road at 180 and 190 Tank Farm Road (Annx GP/R, ER 1-
97); Lucia Cleveland,Spice Hunter,Chris Cohan, Sonic Cable,applicants.
Community Development Director Jonas presented the staff report, explaining that the Planning
Commission and staff are recommending the joint annexation. He explained the current zoning of
adjacent properties and stated that the applicants are requesting C-S zoning; staff is
recommending M zoning. He said that another alternative is to grant commercial zoning with an
"S" attached,which would allow more detailed review of each use.
Mayor Settle opened the public hearing.
Andrew Merriam, representative of the applicants,gave a brief history of the company and said
that there was a need for business flexibility, and that the CS zoning provides that.
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Christine Yetta,Spice Hunter, read a letter from Lucia Cleveland stating that C-S zoning is more
conducive to modern,clean technologies than M zoning and that designation would down zone
the property.
John Doyle,Spice Hunter, voiced concerns regarding the quality and safety of their product if an
M zoning is allowed,and businesses that are not clean and safe are allowed to move adjacent to
them.
John Greenall,Spice Hunter Employee,spoke in support of the applicant's request.
Mayor Settle closed the public hearing.
After discussion,moved by Williams/Romero to 1)conceptually approve a mitigated negative
declaration of environmental impact and amendment of the General Plan Land Use Element text
to enable annexation prior to completion of the Airport Area Specific Plan,and direct staff to
aggregate the resolution with other proposed General Plan amendment actions for adoption by a
single motion at the end of the meeting; 3)approve and authorize the Mayor to execute a pre-
annexation agreement with the applicant providing for payment of fees consistent with the interim
annexation policy; and,4)adopt Resolution No.8653 recommending that LAFCo approve the
annexation; motion tamed (4-1, Roalman opposed).
Moved by Williams/Romero 2) introduce Ordinance No. 1321 to print concurring with the mitigated
negative declaration of environmental impact and prezoning the annexation area Service-
Commercial with Special Considerations; motion carried (4-1, Roalman opposed).
3. LAND USE ELEMENT POLICIES AMENDMENT (File No.463)
Council held a public hearing to consider land use policies concerning offices and bakeries in
areas designated Services and manufacturing.
Associate Planner Matteson presented the staff report summarizing the proposed amendments.
Mayor Settle opened the public hearing,and having no requests to speak,closed the public
hearing.
After discussion, moved by Romero/Smith to conceptually approve a negative declaration of
environmental impact and an amendment to the General Plan Land Use Element text to allow more
types of offices in the Services and manufacturing category(consistent with current Zoning
Regulations),and to clarify the status of small retail bakeries vs. Food manufacturing; and 2)
direct staff to aggregate Resolution No.8654 with other proposed General Plan Amendment
actions for adoption by single motion at the end of this meeting; motion carried (4-1, Roalman
opposed).
4. HILLSIDE DEVELOPMENTS AMENDMENT (File No.467)
Council held a public hearing to consider hillside house replacement policy,explaining that this
amendment.
Associate Planner Matteson presented the staff report.
Mayor Settle opened the public hearing,and having no requests to speak,closed the public
hearing.
After discussion, moved by Williams/Smith tot)Conceptually approve a negative declaration of
environmental impact and an amendment to the General Plan Land Use Element text,to allow
replacement of nonconforming hillside dwellings on parcels which lie entirely outside the
development limit line,subject to hillside design standards; and 2) direct staff to aggregate
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Resolution No.8655 with other proposed General Plan Amendment actions for adoption by a
single motion at the end of this meeting; motion carried (4-1, Roalman opposed).
COMMUNICATIONS
There were no communications.
BUSINESS ITEMS
5. 1997 CDBG PROGRAM&DRAFT 1997 CONSOLIDATED PLAN ACTION PLAN (File No.427)
Council considered final review of the 1997 Community Development Block Grant Program
(CDBG)and Draft 1997 consolidated Plan One-Year Action plan,amendments to the 1994, 1995,
and 1996 CDBG Program years, and recommended HOME and Special Urban Projects funding to
the Board of Supervisors for final action.
Associate Planner Hook presented the staff report.
Mayor Settle opened the floor to public comment.
Ted Hall.EVC Board,thanked the Council for their support.
Mayor Settle returned the discussion to the Council.
Moved by Romero/Smith to modify Table 1 to increase funding for the Women's Shelter by$6,897,
and reducing the funding for disabled ramps by the same amount; motion carried (5-0).
Vice Mayor Roalman stated that he does not support the 20% administrative costs nor the EVC
funding,so will not be supporting the final action.
After discussion,moved by Romero/Williams to 1)Approve 1997 CDBG Program and Draft 1997
Consolidated Plan One-Year Action Plan; 2)approve the amendments to the 1994, 1995 and 1996
CDBG Program Years; and,3)forward the approved CDBG funding and recommended HOME and
Special Urban Projects funding to the Board of Supervisors for final action,with stipulation that
EVC agreements for the revolving loan fund will be brought back; motion carried (4-1, Roalman
opposed).
A. ADJOURNED AT 4:55 PM TO 7:00 P.M. IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBER.
MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO
TUESDAY,APRIL 1,1997-7:00 P.M.
COUNCIL CHAMBER,990 PALM STREET
SAN LUIS OBISPO, CALIFORNIA
ROLL CALL:
Council Members
Present: Council Members Kathy Smith, Dave Romero, Dodie Williams,Vice Mayor Bill
Roalman,and Mayor Allen Settle
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City Staff
Present: John Dunn,City Administrative Officer,Jeff Jorgensen, City Attorney; Bonnie
Gawf, City Clerk; Ken Hampian,Assistant City Administrative Officer; Arnold
Jonas, Community Development Director, Bill Statler, Finance Director, Jim
Gardiner, Police Chief; Bob Neumann, Fire Chief; Ann Slate, Director of
Personnel; John Moss, Utilities Director, Mike McCluskey; Public Works
Director, Paul LeSage, Parks and Recreation Director; Ron Whisenand,
Development Review Manager; John Mandeville, Long Range Planning
Manager, Pam Ricci, Associate Planner; Whitney Mcllvaine, Associate
Planner; Neil Havlik, Natural Resources Manager; Jane McVey, Economic
Development Manager.
PRESENTATIONS
Mayor Settle presented a proclamation to Joe Guldetti, Cattlemen's Association, in honor of the 7'"
Annual Cattlemen's Western Art Show.
Mayor Settle presented a proclamation to Haila Haflev,Community Partners in Child Care,
celebrating April as the Month of the Child.
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD
There were no public comments.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
6. PREFUMO CREEK HOMES (File No.441)
Council held a public hearing to consider a Final Environmental Impact Report(EIR)and a request
to annex a 384-acre parcel into the City with development of 38 residential lots on 17.8 acres near
Prefumo Creek; 1855 Prefumo Canyon Road(Ann)r/GP/R/TR 26-95); Laguna Hill Park,applicant.
Associate Planner Ricci presented the staff report,stating that the recommendation of the staff
and Planning Commission is to approve the request. Neil Havlik,Natural Resources Manager,
made a recommendation to the City Council to approve the subdivision,stating that development
will eventually occur,and that It is important for the City to receive the benefit of the green belt
dedication.
Mayor Settle opened the public hearing.
Carol Florence, 342 Megalito Court,SLO,spoke representing the applicant,and asked the Council
to approve the project. She presented a petition,signed by 21 people who use the property for
recreational use and who support the proposal.She addressed issues regarding flooding; traffic;
open space; minor annexation policy;and allowable land uses within the County.
Dennis Schallenberoer. Earth System Consultants,spoke regarding the geology of the site,
detailing land slide potential for the area,and the mitigation measures that would be used.
John Troutner. SLO,spoke in support of the project,stating that acquiring the open space for the
City is important.
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Betty Henson, 1860 Thelma,spoke in opposition to the project,stating that she is concerned
about flooding.
Christian Roquenant, Oceano,spoke in support of the project.
Daniel Kramer. SLO,spoke in opposition to the project,stating that the open space will remain
even under the County's jurisdiction.
Delmar Tomlvn,4035 Poinsettia,spoke in support of the project
Mark Steckel 1019 D.Southwood, Seagate Software employee,stated that housing is an issue
when locating new businesses in SLO,and he spoke in support of the project.
Raymond Birch,931 Capistrano,spoke in opposition to the project.
Carl Callaway, 3175 Prefumo Canyon Road,stated that the EIR does not adequately address the
flooding concerns and that he opposes the project.
Ian Hoffman.987 Capistrano Court,asked if there was a potential for more land slides,other than
the existing slides and stated that there is no public support for the project.
Cheryl Hoffman,987 Capistrano Court,stated that there is inadequate access to the hillside
properties,and spoke in opposition to the proposal.
Gilbert Hoffman,987 Capistrano Court,spoke in opposition to the project based on traffic
concerns.
Eve Vigil 1890 Castillo,spoke in opposition to the development proposal,stating that it will
destroy open space and that the City is liable for upkeep of the creek.
Phil Ashley.SLO,fish and wildlife biologist,spoke in opposition to the proposed development,
stating that the loss of the meadow would be a major impact,as would the loss of the steelhead in
the creek.
David Brannon,465 Pismo Street,spoke in support of the project,stating that control by the City
is appropriate for the proposed open space.
Jack Foster,adjoining property owner,spoke in favor of the project,stating that the donation of
the green belt is well worth it and housing is an issue in the City.
Geof Land. 172 Broad Street,spoke in opposition to the proposed development,stating that there
are too many valuable resources in the meadow to allow development of it.
Donna Cady, 379 Lilac, Los Osos,spoke in support of the project,stating that there is much to be
gained from acquiring the open space.
Penny Rappa.SLO,spoke in support of the project,stating that the dedication of the open space
is valuable to the City.
Sally Stoner.Azalea Court,spoke in support of the proposed development,stating that it is
important to accept the open space dedication.
Mike Strand,767 Clearview Lane,spoke in opposition to the project.
Christine Mulholland,SLO,spoke in opposition to the project,stating that the project is
inconsistent with several current City policies.
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Brian Dezember,thanked the land owners for allowing the recreational use of the property,and
spoke in opposition to the project.
Lynn Watkins, 1733 Partridge,spoke in opposition to the annexation,stating that it will draw upon
limited water reserves.
Richard Kreisa,SLO, made a slide presentation,showing flood damage to the area from 1973.
Jim Fickes,spoke in opposition to the proposed development,stating that it would be in a flood
plane.
Jim Longbaugh, 1055 Capistrano Ct.,spoke in opposition to the project
Sydney Bennett.425 S. Elm St,Arroyo Grande,spoke in opposition to the project.
Don Allen,977 Capistrano Court,spoke in opposition to the project
Don Smith spoke in opposition to the proposed development,stating that there is not enough
water available for the development.
Richard Kranzdorf, 160 Graves,stated that more climatic disturbances like the 1973 flood are
forecast
Jeff Wagner,SLO,spoke in support of the project,stating that the proposal is a small tradeoff for
the recreational benefits.
Michael Hedgecock, 1825 Gathe Drive,spoke in opposition to the project.
Pat Veesart,SLO,spoke In opposition to the project,stating that it is outside of the urban reserve
line. He said the land is already open space.
Dan Lloydexplained that under FEMA,the property is not a flood zone,and the review process
will require the development to adhere to City policies.
Mayor Settle closed the public hearing.
After discussion,moved by Romero/Williams to 1) Adopt Resolution No.8656 certifying the EIR;
motion carred(5-0).
Moved by Romero/%Nilliams to conceptually approve the General Plan Map Amendments according
to the CAO recommendation and to include a change of the designation for Prefumo Canyon
Road; motion failed (2-3,Smith, Roalman,Settle opposed).
Moved by Romero/Williams to 2)conceptually approve the General Plan Map Amendments:to
designate the developable portion of the site as Low Density Residential and the remainder Open
Space; to modify the location of the Urban Reserve Line to include the developable portion of the
site; and change the designation of Descanso Drive from a local residential street to a residential
collector,and Text Amendments:to modify Land Use Element Policy 6.2.6 J. regarding
development of the Prefumo Creek hillside planning area; and amend Footnote(3)of Policy 5.2 of
the Circulation Element regarding average daily traffic on Prefumo Canyon Road,and direct staff
to aggregate Resolution No.8657 with other proposed General Plan Amendment actions No.for
adoption by a single motion at the end of this meeting; motion carried(3-2, Roalman,Settle
opposed)
Moved by RomeroWilliams to 3) introduce Ordinance No. 1322 to print approving the prezoning of
the developable portion of the site as R-1-S,Single-Family Residential with the Special
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Consideration overlay zone,and the remainder as CF/OS-400,Conservation Open Space with 400-
acre minimum parcel size; motion carried (3-2, Roalman,Settle opposed)
Moved by Romero/Williams to 4)adopt Resolution No. 8658 requesting that LAFCo take
proceedings for SLO County Annexation#48; motion carried (3-2, Roalman,Settle opposed).
Moved by Williams/Smith to 5)direct applicant to proceed with the development of a tentative tract
map that is consistent with the Planning Commission's recommended preference for staffs
"Biologically&Geologically Superior" alternative; motion carried (3-2, Roalman,Settle opposed).
7. ALBERTSON'S GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT. REZONING& USE PERMIT
(File No.463)
Council held a public hearing to consider a request to change the General Plan land use
designation and rezone the project site to Neighborhood Commercial to allow development of a
59,000 square-foot neighborhood-commercial center at 2238 Broad Street between Santa Barbara
and Alphonso Streets(ER,GP/R, MS,A32-96); Scott Thayer, representing Albertson's, Inc.,
applicant.
Associate Planner Mcllvain presented the staff report,detailing the required actions to approve the
project. Public Works Director McCluskey presented details regarding traffic issues surrounding
the development.
Mayor Settle opened the public hearing.
Scott Thaver.Albertson's, Inc.,introduced the design team and presented details of the project.
Tom Courtney. Courtney Architects,explained details of the design of the proposed building.
Carol Pruett. Executive Officer of Mid State Bank, presented a brief history of the project and
asked Council to approve the minor zone change.
Roy Hanff,569 Lawrence Drive, stated that he supports the project.
Dan Carpenter,414 Woodbridge,spoke in support of the project.
Dan Kremer.SLO,spoke in opposition to the project.
Bob Booth, 2201 Emily Street,spoke in opposition to the project,stating that his business would
have to relocate if the project is approved.
Dan Steele.2300 Broad Street,spoke in opposition to the project,stating that the scale is too
large,and the traffic flow will be too heavy.
Ira Winn.SLO,spoke in opposition to the project,stating that the traffic impact on Broad Street
will be too great
Allen Root 857 Leff,stated that the project is out of scale and asked Council to either deny or
downsize it
Mike Gil, 201 Madonna Road, Lucky Store manager,spoke in opposition to the project.
Ilona Ing, 160 Graves,spoke in opposition to the project because the traffic impacts will be too
great
Ron Hanson,520 Caudill,spoke in support of the project stating that it will clean up the area.
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Viv Dilts,2230 Exposition,#48,spoke in support of the project.
Kathryn Keller,972 Buchan,spoke in opposition to the project,stating that the scale is too large.
Ken Brooks,863 West Foothill Road, business owner,stated that traffic will increase whether the
project goes forward or not. He said the proposal will improve the streets.
Jesse Brister,spoke in opposition to the project,stating that he prefers a community co-op.
Pat Veesart, Sierra Club President,spoke in opposition to the project. He stated that
Neighborhood Commercial zoning is inappropriate for the area.
Shelly Parvin, 1637 Broad,spoke in support of the project,stating that the design is appropriate to
the area.
Ken Bruce, Florence Avenue,spoke in support of the project,stating that the zoning to CN is more
appropriate to the area than the current CS zoning.
Rob Strong, Palm Desert,Ca., Strong Planning Services,spoke in opposition to the project.
Keith Higgins, 1335 First St., Gilroy, Ca.,traffic engineer,stated that the traffic study does not fully
address all traffic impacts,and spoke in opposition to the project.
Richard Domanski, San Ramon, Ca., stated that a new market is not needed in the area.
Randy Poltl,655[slay Street, Scolari's representative,spoke in opposition to the project,and
stated that there is no need for another supermarket in the area.
Greg Peters,618 Michaiilinda Avenue,Von's representative,stated that the project is inconsistent
with the General Plan,and spoke in opposition.
Paul Quong, Orange,Ca.,asked the Council to wait until the Von's Marigold Center is completed
and leased before approving this project.
Jules Ronoff.2110 Broad Street,spoke in supportof the project.
Paul Wolff.3128 Spring CL,stated that the project is bad planning,and spoke in opposition to it.
Richard Kreisa,San Jose CL,stated that traffic impacts will be too great, and spoke in opposition.
Bill Walter, 1504 Broad St.,spoke in support of the project,stating that the traffic impacts will not
be too great and asked for Council's approval.
Jim Lopes, 2230 Exposition Dr.,stated that the size of the project is too large and the traffic
impacts will be too great.
Greg Rosenthal,403 Branca Street,spoke in favor of the project.
Rob Shipe, Los Osos,spoke in support of the project.
Jerry McLaughlin,536 Couper Dr.,spoke In support of the project.
Mary Whittlesey,Sendero Ct.,stated that the traffic study is incomplete and spoke in opposition to
the project.
Steve McGrath. Buchan Street,spoke in opposition to the project because it is too large.
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Dan Lloyd,applicant,stated that the additional traffic at the intersection is not new, but a
redistribution. He said that traffic will need to be dealt with even if this project does not go
forward,as something will eventually develop at the site.
Mayor Settle closed the public hearing.
At the request of Council, Mike Kennedy, CCS,explained details of the traffic study.
After discussion, Roalman/Smith moved to adopt Resolution No.8659 denying the request for a
General plan Amendment and rezoning; motion carried (3-2; Romero,Williams opposed).
FINAL ACTION AGGREGATING RESOLUTIONS FOR PROPOSED GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT.
Moved by Smith/Romero to adopt Resolution No.8650 approving a General Plan text amendment
for 151 Suburban Road (Anna,GP/R, ER 15496-Annexation#46); Sterling Ball, Ernie Ball, Inc.
applicant; motion carried (5-0).
Moved by Smith/Romero to adopt Resolution No.8654 amending the Land Use Element text
concerning offices and bakeries in Services and Manufacturing areas; motion carried (4-1,
Roalman opposed).
Moved by Williams/Romero to adopt Resolution No.8655 amending Land Use Element text
concerning replacement of hillside houses; motion carried (41 Roalman).
Moved by Williams/Romero to adopt Resolution No.8657 adopted amending the General Plan
Land Use maps and texts and Circulation Element for 1855 Prefumo Canyon Road (Annx/GP/R/TR
26-95); Laguna Hill Park,applicant; motion carried (4-1,Roalman).
There being no further business to come before the City Council,Mayor Settle adjourned the meeting
at 12:05 a.m.to Tuesday,April 8,1997 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber,990 Palm Street,San Luis
Obispo.
APPROVED BY COUNCIL:04/15/97
BG:dr Bonnie L.Gawf,City Clerk
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