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Roll Call
City Staff
MINUTES
ADJOURNED MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO, CALIFORNIA
June 23, 1970 - 12:15 p.m.
City Hall
Present: Emmons Blake, Myron Graham, Arthur F. Spring,
Donald Q. Miller, Kenneth E. Schwartz
Present: J. H. Fitzpatrick, City Clerk; H. Johnson, City
Attorney, R. D. Miller, Administrative Officer
1. H. Johnson, City Attorney, brought to the Council's attention a resolution
for the purpose of correcting a technical legal detail on an abandonment of a
portion of Munoz Street.
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Graham, the following
resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 2062, a resolution finding an deter-
mining that certain portions of Munoz Street are unnecessary for present or
prospective street pruposes and ordering the abandonment of same.
Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Emmons Blake, Myron Graham, Arthur F. Spring,
Donald Q. Miller, Kenneth E. Schwartz
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
2. R. D. Miller, Administrative Officer, presented for the Council's consideration
the 1970 -71 contract between the City of San Luis Obispo and Woods Animal Shelter
for animal control for the fiscal year 1970 =71. Mr. Miller continued that the
fees arrived at were based on a county -wide program with all the cities in the
county. He stated that the cost to the City for the fiscal year 1970 -71 would
be $1325 per month which was an increase of $375 per month.
Councilman Spring stated he was opposed to extending the animal control contract
with Woods Animal Shelter for the fiscal year 1970 -71 as he felt they were not
doing the job they were paid to do. He felt they had never done an adequate job
for the City and he hoped that the City Council would look into initiating an
adequate animal control program using City forces.
Councilman Blake stated that due to the extreme cost involved he was opposed to
the City going into the dog business, although he stated he did agree with Councilman
Spring on the poor efficiency of Woods Animal Shelter in controlling dogs within
the City. However, he stated he would go along with one more year under the new
contract.
Councilman Miller stated he would vote against accepting a contract with Woods
Animal Shelter as he did not feel that they do an adequate job of animal control.
He felt that the people of San Luis Obispo should have adequate animal control.
On motion of Councilman Blake, seconded by Councilman Graham, the Mayor was
authorized to sign a contract with Woods Animal Shelter for the fiscal year
1970 -71 in the amount of $1325 per month.
Motion carried on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Emmons Blake, Myron Graham, Mayor Schwartz
NOES: Donald Q. Miller, Arthur F. Spring,
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June 23, 1970
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4. At this time the City Council discussed methods of allocation to be made
within the promotional budget of the 1970 -71 City budget.
Mayor Schwartz again presented his proposal for allocating funds for advertising
and promotion on a formula derived from 20% bed tax, 2% sales tax and 15% business
license revenues. Using this formula, the amount to be allocated for the fiscal
year 1970 -71 would be $50,987. He felt that the City Council should at this time
approve the requests of the County Economic Development Association and Chamber
of Commerce to go into effect on July 1 and continue the other promotional
requests until a later date. He stated he hoped the City Council would accept
his suggestion and appoint a five -man committee for promotional coordination
for the City of San Luis OBispo. He continued that this committee could study the
promotional needs of the City and recommend a comprehensive long -range promotional
program for the City. Mayor Schwartz continued that his main concern was for
the establishment of a long range promotional program for the City to include
not only media advertising but all promotional aspects of the City. He wished
to go on record as not intending to imply that the Media Advertising Committee
has done anything less than a good job but felt that all aspects of promotion
should be handled by one coordinating committee.
Councilman Blake felt that for this year due to the period of time taken to make
this decision, that the City Council should make the allocation of funds for
advertising and promotion. He agreed that the Chamber of Commerce and the County
Development Association should receive their funds immediately, but also felt
that the media advertising program should be funded at this time also as he felt
it was impossible to delay the advertising program and expect a good job. He
urged the City Council to proceed with the media advertising program as approved
in past years.
Councilman Graham stated he felt that the present advertising program was lax
in certain areas and agreed that the entire advertising program should be studied
and implemented on a more comprehensive basis. He felt that there were means
of advertising other than newspapers which might be more beneficial to the City.
Councilman Spring stated he objected to again using the services of Ball - Morgan
advertising agency.
The City Council then discussed the effect of the past several years on the com-
munity as a result of the media advertising program which has been paid for out
of bed tax funds.
Mayor Schwartz again stated he was not condemning past activities of the Media
Advertising Committee but felt that a comprehensive approach should be made to
the City's advertising program.
Councilman Graham felt that the City's media advertising program should be cut
back so that some other type of promotion could be initiated, such as opening
the Murray Adobe and Historical Museum to more tourists and visitors. He strongly
urged a new approach to advertising the City.
Councilman Miller stated he would like to give Mayor Schwartz's proposal for a
comprehensive advertising program a chance. He felt that a moratorium should be
placed on media advertising. He also felt that a decision on the requests of the
Chamber of Commerce and the County Development should be made after a decision is
made on the whole advertising program.
L. Balatti, President of the Chamber of Commerce, asked the City Council to
proceed with their decision on the Chamber's request and grant them the $12,000
support for the fiscal year 1970 -71.
L. Dirkes, Esecutive Director of the Chamber of Commerce, felt that the advertising
program has been successful and has increased revenues from bed tax and sales
tax. He felt that advertising was good for the City and should be continued.
He continued he felt the advertising agency has done a good job for the community.
He suggested that the City Council continue its advertising program for the good
of the tourist oriented businesses in the community. He also felt it takes
money to make money, therefore, the City should go ahead with its advertising
program. He stated he would cooperate with any advertising committee appointed
by the Council.
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June 23, 1970
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Councilman Graham objected to the retaining of Ball- Morgan & Associates by the
City for their media advertising program. He felt that the agency advertised
Morro Bay-and Pismo Beach more than it did the City of San Luis Obispo.
B. Corocoran, President, Downtown Association, stated he felt advertising was
good and that the present media advertising committee did a good job for the
community. He felt that Ball - Morgan & Associates did not do a good job on
the City's account and felt that some other agency could do a better job. He
urged the City Council to proceed with some type of promotional operation as the
economy of the City is sick and needs help.
R. Dunin, President, Motel -Hotel Association, felt that the City should not
only continue its present advertising program but should increase it as the
tourist oriented businesses are in dire straits. He felt that the suggestion
to organize a promotional coordinating committee was a good one and should be
implemented immediately. He further felt that any money spent on promotion
was well spent, but he did not feel that funds for the County Development
Association should be included inthe promotional and advertising budget. He
felt this type of expenditure should come from other City funds.
Mayor Schwartz stated that the following requests for funds has been received.
Media Advertising $36,747.00
SLO County Symphony Association 500.00
County Development Association 5,000.00
Chamber of Commerce 10,000.00
Chamber of Commerce Postage 2,000.00
Mission Trails Association 275.00
Square Dance Association 315.00
Mustang Boosters 100.00
1971 Fiesta 1,500.00
Christmas Lighting Program 750.00
Councilman Blake stated he would support the Media Advertising, Chamber of Commerce,
including postage and the County Development Association requests.
Councilman Miller stated he would oppose all give away of public money.
Councilman Spring stated he would support the Mustang Booster, Chamber of Commerce,
including postage and the County Development Association.
Councilman Graham stated he would support the Symphony Association, Chamber of
Commerce, including postage, Mission Trails Association, La Fiesta, Christmas
Lighting, but only $2,500 to the County Development Association.
Mayor Schwartz stated he would support the County Development Association,
Chamber of Commerce, including postage and La Fiesta.
It was moved by Councilman Miller that the City Council appoint a promotional
coordinating committee as proposed by Mayor Schwartz to study the City promotional
program and make recommendations to the City Council; and that all media advertising
be deferred for the fiscal year 1970 -71.
The motion died for lack of a second.
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Graham, that the City
Council adopt the proposal made by Mayor Schwartz for appointment of a promotional
coordinating committee to make recommendations to the City Council regarding allo-
cation of promotional funds. Motion carried.
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June 23, 1970
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After discussion by the City Council it was moved by Mayor Schwartz, seconded by
Councilman Blake, that the Council grant the following requests: County Develop -
ment'Assor,iation - $5,000 to be paid on a quarterly basis; Chamber of Commerce -
$10,000, plus $2,000 for postage; and that $26,000 be set aside for the Promotional
Coordinating Committee.
Councilman Miller objected to give away of public funds to the Chamber of Commerce
as he felt this was a private organization and should be supported by its
membership. He stated, however, he would agree to allocate funds to have a city
brochure,printed up to advertise the community.
The motion passed on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Emmons Blake, Myron Graham, Arthur F. Spring,
NOES: Donald Q. Miller, Kenneth E. Schwartz
ABSENT: None
6. At this time, the City Council considered a Legislative Bulletin dated June 19,
1970 from the League of California Cities.
70 -8 Approval of More Police Benefit Bills — Senate Bill 695
70 -1 Mandatory Retirement Benefits for Policemen and Firemen, Senate Bill 601.
On motion of Councilman Blake, seconded by Mayor Schwartz, the following resolution
was introduced. Resolution No. 2067, a resolution opposing Senate Bill 695 which
would require local agencies to provide prescribed training for policemen and
specifying extra compensation for receiving advanced post certificates.
Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Emmons-Blake, Myron Graham, Arthur F. Spring,
Donald Q. Miller, Kenneth E. Schwartz
NOES:; None
ABSENT: None
70 -9 State - Mandated Standards for Solid Waste Handling and Disposal Practices
Senate Bill 78, Assembly Bill 2345.
On motion of Councilman Blake, seconded by Mayor Schwartz, the following resolu-
tion was introduced. Resolution No. 2068, a resolution opposing Senate Bill 78
and recommending support of Assembly Bill 2345 or like legislation to cope with
solid waste disposal problems.
Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Emmons Blake, Myron Graham, Arthur F. Spring,
Donald Q. Miller, Kenneth E. Schwartz
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
70 -10 Grade Separation Projects. State Assistance. Senate Bill 781
On motion of Councilman Blake, seconded by Mayor Schwartz, the following reso-
lution was introduced. Resolution No. 2069, a resolution endorsing legislation
to encourage use of lead free -fuel and provide additional funds for grade
separation projects.
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June 23, 1970
Page 5
Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Emmons Blake, Myron Graham, Arthur F. Spring,
Donald Q. Miller, Kenneth E. Schwartz
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
7. At this time, the City Council adjourned to executive session to discuss
personnel matters.
8. On motion of Councilman Blake, seconded by Councilman Graham, the meeting
adjourned to Friday, June 26, 1970 at 7:30 P.M.
. � RICK, CITY CLERK
APPROVED: August 24, 1970