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HomeMy WebLinkAbout05/20/2014minutes city of san tuts oBispo SPECIAL AND REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL Tuesday, May 20, 2014 Special Meeting — 4:30 p.m. Regular Meeting — 6:00 p.m. Council Chamber, 990 Palm Street San Luis Obispo, California CALL TO ORDER A Special Meeting of the San Luis Obispo City Council was called to order on Tuesday, May 20, 2014 at 4:30 p.m. in the City Council Hearing Room, located at 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, California, by Mayor Marx.. ROLL CALL Council Members Present: Council Members John Ashbaugh`, Dan Carpenter, Kathy Smith, Vice Mayor Carlyn Christianson, and Mayor Jan Marx Council Member Ashbaugh arrived at 4:50 p.m. Council Member Absent: None City Staff Present: Katie Lichtig, City Manager, Christine Dietrick, City Attorney, Michael Codron, Assistant City Manager, and Anthony Mejia, City Clerk, were present at Roll Call. Other staff members presented reports or responded to questions as indicated in the minutes. CLOSED SESSION City Attorney Dietrick requested a Closed Session to discuss the items listed on the Closed Session agenda. A. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL — Existing Litigation, Pursuant to Government Code § 54956.9 Mike Harris v. City of San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo Superior Court Case No. CV 130433 1 City Council Meeting Minutes — May 20, 2014 Page 2 B. CONFERENCE REGARDING PROPERTY NEGOTIATIONS, Pursuant to Government Code § 54956.8 Property: APN 002 -421 -018 Property Owner Negotiator: Quaglino Properties, Matt Quaglino, Carol Florence City of San Luis Obispo Negotiators: Katie Lichtig, J. Christine Dietrick, Michael Codron, Lee Johnson Negotiations: Provide direction to City negotiators regarding price and terms of payment - PUBLIC COMMENT ON CLOSED SESSION ITEM Carol Florence, Oasis Associates, representing Matt Quaglino, noted that they have negotiated in good faith and that exclusive negotiations should proceed so that an application can be submitted; stated that the project would be mutually beneficial for the City and the applicant. In response to Council inquiry, Ms. Florence advised that Garden Street Terraces was negotiated under an Exclusive Negotiation Agreement. Matt Quaglino, Applicant, voiced concerns regarding the delays and slowdown in negotiations; stated that the City is delaying the process in an attempt to increase the property value; advised that he is willing to pay market value on the highest and best use of the property based on an appraisal. RECESS Council recessed at 4:45 p.m. and reconvened at 4:50 p.m., with all Council Members present. CALL TO ORDER A Regular Meeting of the San Luis Obispo City Council was called to order on Tuesday, May 20, 2014 at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, located at 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, California, by Mayor Marx. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Council Member Carpenter led the Pledge of Allegiance. 1 City Council Meeting Minutes — May 20, 2014 Page 3 REPORT FROM CLOSED SESSION City Attorney Dietrick advised that Council on a motion by Vice Mayor Christianson, second by Council Member Carpenter, carried 4 -0 (with Council Member Ashbaugh absent) authorized retention of Attorney Mathew Silver for defense of Mike Harris v. City of San Luis Obispo and directed the City Manager to appropriate funding as necessary for said defense. PROCLAMATION — ANDREA VISVESHWARA Mayor Marx presented a Proclamation to Assistant City Attorney Andrea Visveshwara for her service to the City. PROCLAMATION — BIKE MONTH Mayor Manx presented a Proclamation to Stephanie Hicks, representing Rideshare, proclaiming May 2014 as "Bike Month." PROCLAMATION — PUBLIC WORKS WEEK Mayor Manx presented a Proclamation to Director of Public Works Daryl Grigsby and Director of Utilities Carrie Mattingly proclaiming May 18 -24, 2014 as "Public ' Works Week." PRESENTATION — UPCOMING GAS LINE HYDROTEST PROJECT & PUBLIC OUTREACH PLAN Timothy Mahoney from Southern California Gas made a presentation about the upcoming gas line hydrotest project and public outreach plan. Al. NOMINATION TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE CENTRAL COAST COMMISSION FOR SENIOR CITIZENS (CCCSQ, AREA AGENCY ON AGING Julie Cox, San Luis Obispo, expressed gratitude to Council for considering her reappointment to the Area Agency on Aging; commended Mary Schlotterbeck for being named Senior Citizen of the Year. MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER ASHBAUGH, SECOND BY COUNCIL MEMBER SMITH, CARRIED 5 -0, to nominate Julie Cox to serve a term beginning on July 1, 2014 through June 30, 2016, as the City of San Luis Obispo's representative to the Central Coast Commission for Senior Citizens Area Agency on Aging Board of Directors. City Council Meeting Minutes — May 20, 2014 Page 4 PUBLIC COMMENT David Young, San Luis Obispo, voiced opposition to the Sunny Acres ' Transitional Housing Project; opined that the project is not appropriate for the character of the neighborhood; suggested that mental health clients are better served by single family residences than institutional style housing. Sharon Whitney, representing Alta Vista Neighborhood Association and Residents for Quality Neighborhoods, urged Council to direct staff to agendize discussion of the California State University (CSU) Board's action on the Cal Poly student housing project; thanked the Mayor for her efforts to have bars not open early on Graduation Day. Michelle Tasseff, San Luis Obispo, commended the Mayor for requesting that bars not open early on Graduation Day. Paul Allen, San Luis Obispo, voiced concerns regarding the impacts of the Cal Poly student housing project on neighborhoods; asserted that the City has lacked effective input, interaction, and constructive cooperation related to the project. Donald Hedrick, San Luis Obispo, suggested that the City needs new representation on the Air Pollution Control District; urged that local governments take a proactive role in reducing pollution. Jill Bolster- White, representing Transition Mental Health Association, spoke on the association's community outreach efforts in relation to the Sunny Acres project; explained that Sunny Acres would be a permanent housing project for low income mental health clients. Will Powers San Luis Obispo, expressed concerns regarding traffic congestion, street maintenance, and impacts from recently approved development projects; opined that the City is not addressing the needs of the community. Mayor Marx recused herself from deliberation on the Cal Poly student housing project because she owns property within 500' of the subject property and left the Chambers. Council discussion ensued as to whether to agendize the Cal Poly student housing project for the next available Council meeting. MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER SMITH, SECOND BY COUNCIL MEMBER CARPENTER, FAILED 2 -2 (COUNCIL MEMBER ASHBAUGH AND VICE MAYOR CHRISTIANSON VOTING NO), to agendize discussion of the Cal Poly student housing project for June 10, 2014. Mayor Marx returned to the dais. 1 City Council Meeting Minutes — May 20, 2014 Page 5 CONSENT AGENDA ' Sherri Danoff, representing Protect Scenic 101, urged that the City partner with the County to remove all billboards; stated that the removal of billboards will improve the viewshed and enhance tourism. John Spatfore, San Luis Obispo, expressed gratitude to the City for its support of a homeless shelter at 40 Prado Lane; read a letter of support from the Downtown Association, noting that a unique coalition of private and governmental agencies have partnered to develop the homeless shelter. Mary Matakovich, representing Friends of Prado Day Center, voiced support for a homeless shelter and a detoxification center to serve as a resource for the homeless and those with substance abuse issues. Joseph Carotenuti, San Luis Obispo, voiced support for Item C14 related to the naming of streets; encouraged the community to register names of local historic importance for consideration in the future. Jerry Rioux, Housing Trust Fund, spoke on the need for a homeless shelter to address the immediate needs of the homeless; urged Council to support the development of affordable housing. ' Donald Hedrick, San Luis Obispo, requested that Item C3 be amended to incorporate ethical standards for elected officials; voiced objection to the establishment of a regular closed session time of 5:00 p.m. Charlene Rosales, representing the Chamber of Commerce, voiced support for a homeless shelter; noted that a shelter will provided important services to the homeless and help protect the community. Stew Jenkins, San Luis Obispo, voiced concern regarding Item C3, asserting that contribution limits should be eliminated; noted that the City's contribution limits would be significantly higher if based on Consumer Price Index (CPI). Biz Steinberg, representing Community Action Partnership, pointed out that addressing homelessness is a major city goal; noted that various agencies are working in partnership to develop a homeless shelter at 40 Prado Lane; spoke on the importance of affordable housing and the need for a variety of housing resources. Will Powers, San Luis Obispo, voiced opposition to a homeless shelter; asserted that the City and partner agencies are not addressing the roots of homelessness; stated that the project will fail. t City Council Meeting Minutes — May 20, 2014 Page 6 MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER ASHBAUGH. SECOND BY VICE MAYOR CHRISTIANSON, CARRIED 5 -0, to approve Consent Calendar Items C1 thru C14, with the removal of Items C3, C4, C10, and C15 for discussion. C1. WAIVE READING IN FULL OF ALL RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER ASHBAUGH. SECOND BY VICE MAYOR CHRISTIANSON, CARRIED 5 -0, to waive reading of all resolutions and ordinances as appropriate C2. MINUTES OF CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF APRIL 1, 2014 MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER ASHBAUGH. SECOND BY VICE MAYOR CHRISTIANSON, CARRIED 5 -0, to approve and waive oral reading of the Minutes of the City Council meeting of April 1, 2014, as presented. C3. ORDINANCE ADOPTION - AMENDMENTS TO THE CITY'S ELECTION CAMPAIGN REGULATIONS C4. Please refer to Page 9 for discussion of this item. JOAQUIN OPEN SPACE AND DETERMINE THAT THE SETTLEMENT Please refer to Page 10 for discussion of this item. C5. 2014 SEWER SYSTEM MANAGEMENT PLAN UPDATE - RESOLUTION MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER ASHBAUGH. SECOND BY VICE MAYOR CHRISTIANSON, CARRIED 5 -0, to adopt Resolution No. 10522 (2014 Series) entitled "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo, California, adopting the Sewer System Management Plan Update;" and authorize the City's representative to recertify the plan with the State Water Resources Control Board. 1 1 1 City Council Meeting Minutes — May 20, 2014 C6. Page 7 PEG FUNDS (E- PORTION) MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER ASHBAUGH. SECOND BY VICE MAYOR CHRISTIANSON, CARRIED 5 -0, to: 1. Modify the allocation model for Public, Educational and Governmental (PEG) Access funds to eliminate funding for public access and allocate 50% of PEG funds for educational and governmental access. 2. Approve, and authorize the Mayor to execute, the First Amendment to the Agreement between the City of San Luis Obispo and San Luis Unified School District for Release of PEG Access Funds (E- Portion), retroactively to August 4, 2012 through August 4, 2015. C7. AIRPORT AREA FEE REVENUE APPROPRIATION: DESIGN SERVICES MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER ASHBAUGH. SECOND BY VICE MAYOR CHRISTIANSON, CARRIED 5 -0, to appropriate $40,000 in Airport Area Impact fee revenues to fund consultant design services for ' Tank Farm widening near.Santa Fe. C8. AUTHORIZATION OF CONTRACT FOR CONSULTING SERVICES TO CONTINUE PROCESSING THE SAN LUIS RANCH PROJECT MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER ASHBAUGH. SECOND BY VICE MAYOR CHRISTIANSON, CARRIED 5 -0, to authorize the Community Development Director to execute a contract with John Rickenbach Consulting not to exceed $60,750 for Phase Two processing of the San Luis Ranch project. C9. AUTHORIZING THE COLLECTION OF DELINQUENT CODE ENFORCEMENT FINES - RESOLUTION MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER ASHBAUGH. SECOND BY VICE MAYOR CHRISTIANSON, CARRIED 5 -0, to adopt Resolution No. 10523 (2014 Series) entitled "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo, California, authorizing the San Luis Obispo. County Assessor to assess amounts due on delinquent administrative fines as special assessments against the properties." City Council Meeting Minutes — May 20, 2014 Page 8 C10. REALLOCATE CITY FUNDS FROM PROPERTY ACQUISITION TO DEVELOPMENT AND CONSTRUCTION COSTS FOR A HOMELESS 1 SERVICES CENTER Please refer to Page 10 for discussion of this item. C11. RESOLUTION NO. 10441 (2013 SERIES) —SEWER SERVICE RATES MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER ASHBAUGH. SECOND BY VICE MAYOR CHRISTIANSON, CARRIED 5 -0, to direct the City Clerk to correct a clerical error in Exhibit A to Resolution No. 10441 (2013 Series) establishing sewer service rates. C12. SCHEDULE OF CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS FOR 2014 MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER ASHBAUGH. SECOND BY VICE MAYOR CHRISTIANSON, CARRIED 5 -0, to reschedule the Regular City Council Meeting of June 3, 2014 to June 10, 2014. C13. COUNCIL PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT FUND TRANSFER MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER ASHBAUGH. SECOND BY VICE MAYOR CHRISTIANSON, CARRIED 5 -0, to authorize staff to transfer , funds from Vice Mayor Carlyn Christianson's professional allowance account to Council Member John Ashbaugh's professional allowance account to cover the cost of attendance at the 2014 International Town - Gown Association (ITGA) Annual Conference. C14. AMENDMENTS TO MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 12.32, CITYWIDE STREET NAME REGULATIONS — ORDINANCE INTRODUCTION MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER ASHBAUGH. SECOND BY VICE MAYOR CHRISTIANSON, CARRIED 5 -0, to introduce Ordinance No. 1600 (2014 Series) entitled "An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo, California, amending the San Luis Obispo Municipal Code Chapter 12.32 City Street Name Regulations (TA 20 -14);" to include guidance and reference to a Historic Registry for the naming of streets. C15. REVISIONS TO THE CITY COUNCIL POLICIES AND PROCEDURES MANUAL AND INTRODUCTION OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE MUNICIPAL CODE RELATED TO COUNCIL MEETING DATES AND TIME — RESOLUTION & ORDINANCE INTRODUCTION Please refer to Page 10 for discussion of this item. 1 1 1 City Council Meeting Minutes — May 20, 2014 Page 9 ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR FOR DISCUSSION C3. ORDINANCE ADOPTION - AMENDMENTS TO THE CITY'S ELECTION CAMPAIGN REGULATIONS During the course of discussion, individual Councilmember(s) expressed opinions concerning the proposed regulations. The statements that follow do not necessarily reflect Council consensus: • The City should not raise contribution limits as San Luis Obispo is a small town. • Residents believe there is too much money in local elections and there is a possibility for corruption. • Local elections are based on personal knowledge, endorsements, community platforms and forums, precinct walking, and now social media. • There is no need for contribution limits. • There is no compelling evidence that contribution limits prevent .corruption. • Cities with contribution limits have fewer candidates as it favors Political Action Committees and incumbents. • There is a perception that large contributions lead to corruption. • If there is a possibility of real or perceived corruption, contributions from developers should be returned. • Contributions should be refused if a related development project will be considered by Council. • The raising of contribution limits will help mitigate any intimidation by Political Action Committees. • A contribution limit of $300 will provide candidate with the tools necessary to compete. • Contribution limits do not favor incumbents. MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER ASHBAUGH, SECOND BY MAYOR MARX, CARRIED 4 -1 (COUNCIL MEMBER CARPENTER VOTING NO), to adopt Ordinance No. 1599 (2014 Series) entitled "An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo, California, amending Chapter 2.40 of the Municipal Code related to Election Campaign Regulations." (Intro. on 5/6/14) City Council Meeting Minutes — May 20, 2014 Page 10 C4. APPROVAL OF SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT WITH CBS OUTDOOR AND AMENDED AND RESTATED LEASE FOR BILLBOARD AT CALLE JOAQUIN OPEN SPACE AND DETERMINE THAT THE SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT IS EXEMPT PURSUANT TO SECTIONS 15301 ET SEQ., 15321, AND 15061 (B) (3) OF THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT - RESOLUTION C10. C15. MOTION BY MAYOR MARX, SECOND BY VICE MAYOR CHRISTIANSON, CARRIED 4 -1 (COUNCIL MEMBER ASHBAUGH VOTING NO), to adopt Resolution No. 10521 (2014 Series) entitled "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo, California, approving a settlement agreement and amended and restated lease for APN 053 - 152 -007 with CBS Outdoor ( "CBS "); "for the billboard located on the Calle Joaquin Open Space. SERVICES CENTER Council discussed whether homeless individuals are better served by establishing a homeless shelter or providing permanent housing. MOTION BY. VICE MAYOR CHRISTIANSON, SECOND BY COUNCIL MEMBER SMITH, CARRIED 4 -1 (CARPENTER VOTING NO), to: 1. Reallocate the $250,000 that was set -aside in the General Fund reserve for the acquisition of property for a Homeless Services Center located at 40 Prado Road to allow use for the development and construction costs for the project to the Capital Outlay Fund subject to future Council action in association with the terms and conditions of funding the construction of a Homeless Services Center. 2. Make a finding that the reallocation of funds is not a project as defined under section 15378 (b) (4) of the California Environmental Quality Act. Council discussion ensued as to whether it should establish a regular closed session time of 5:00 p.m. and the possibility that it may dissuade working individuals from serving on Council. 1 City Council Meeting Minutes — May 20, 2014 Page 11 MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER SMITH, SECOND BY VICE MAYOR ' CHRISTIANSON, CARRIED 4 -1 (COUNCIL MEMBER ASHBAUGH VOTING NO), to: 1. Adopt Resolution No. 10524 (2014 Series) entitled "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo, California, amending its Council Policies and Procedures Manual," as amended by Council. �l 2. Introduce Ordinance No. 1601 (2014 Series) entitled "An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo, California, amending the San Luis Obispo Municipal Code Chapter 2.04 (Council Meeting) to modify Regular Meeting times." RECESS Council recessed at 8:00 p.m. and reconvened at 8:12 p.m., with all Council Members present. PUBLIC HEARINGS PHI. AMEND TITLE 17 (ZONING REGULATIONS) OF THE MUNICIPAL Community Development Director Johnson and Housing Programs Manager Corey narrated a presentation entitled "Zoning Regulation Amendments and Good Neighbor Policy" and responded to Council inquires. Mayor Marx opened the Public Hearing. Charlene Rosales, representing the Chamber of Commerce, expressed support of the Good Neighbor Policy; advised that the Chamber has formed a committee to stay informed on homeless issues. There being no others desiring to speak on this item, the Public Hearing was closed. MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER SMITH, SECOND BY VICE MAYOR CHRISTIANSON, CARRIED 5 -0, to: 1. Introduce Ordinance No. 1602 (2014 Series) entitled "An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo, California, amending Title 17 (Zoning Regulations) of the San Luis Obispo Municipal Code (GPI 16 -14 & 45 -14)." ' 2. Adopt Resolution No. 10525 (2014 Series) entitled "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo, California, approving a good neighbor policy for homeless services (GPI 16 -14)." City Council Meeting Minutes — May 20, 2014 Page 12 B2. COUNCIL COMPENSATION COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS - RESOLUTION City Clerk Mejia introduced Council Compensation Committee Chairperson John Ewan who summarized the deliberations and recommendations of the committee and responded to Council inquires. Donald Hedrick, San Luis Obispo, voiced support for increasing Council compensation; noted that working individuals may be discouraged to run for Council if their incomes are overly impacted. Gordon Mullin, member of the Council Compensation Committee, explained his rationale for supporting an increase in compensation; suggested that Council compensation should be equivalent to a full time employee; voiced concern that only individuals that are retired, senior citizens, independently wealthy, or a civil servant can serve on Council. Council discussion ensued relative to: 1) whether compensation should be equivalent to a full time employee; 2) the increased workload on members of Council; 3) the ability for individuals to work full time while serving on the Council; and 4) whether increasing compensation will encourage "career" politicians to run for Council. MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER ASHBAUGH, SECOND BY VICE MAYOR CHRISTIANSON, CARRIED 3 -2 (COUNCIL MEMBERS CARPENTER AND SMITH VOTING NO), to: 1. Adopt Resolution No. 10515 (2014 Series) entitled "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo, California, setting new salaries for the Mayor and Council Members," increasing compensation to $1,500 per month for Mayor and $1,200 per month for Council Members and providing for an option to opt out of medical, dental, and vision coverage so that the individual member will receive the opt out amount equal to City department heads, effective the first full payroll period in January 2015. 2. Adopt Resolution No. 10516 (2014 Series) entitled "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo, California, increasing compensation for Architectural Review Commission and Planning Commission Members" from $50 to $60 per meeting, not to exceed $240 per month, effective July 1, 2014. PH3. SAN LUIS GARBAGE COMPANY INTERIM YEAR SOLID WASTE RATE ADJUSTMENT APPLICATION - RESOLUTION Utilities Director Mattingly and Utilities Services Manager Munds narrated a presentation entitled "Interim Year Solid Waste Services Rate Application" and responded to Council inquires. City Council Meeting Minutes — May 20, 2014 Page 13 Mayor Marx opened and closed the Public Hearing, there being no one ' others desiring to speak on this item. MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER CARPENTER, SECOND BY COUNCIL MEMBER ASHBAUGH, CARRIED 5 -0, to adopt Resolution No. 10526 (2014 Series) entitled "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo, California, establishing integrated solid waste rates;" by 2.93% for interim year 2014 effective on June 1, 2014; provided there is not a majority protest against such increase. B4. CONTINUE REVIEW OF BALLOT MEASURE LANGUAGE AND A DRAFT ORDINANCE TO EXTEND THE "ESSENTIAL SERVICES TRANSACTION (SALES) AND USE TAX" - THE CITY'S LOCAL HALF: PERCENT SALES TAX - AND DISCUSSION OF ALTERNATIVES Assistant City Manager Codron and Finance and Information Technology Director Padilla narrated a presentation entitled "Measure Y Extension Check -In ". In response to Council inquiry, Finance and Information Technology Director Padilla explained that revenues and expenditures could be easily tracked in a sub -fund account of the General Fund and be reported in a ' dashboard system. Tim Williams, representing the Chamber of Commerce, thanked Council for considering the Chamber's recommendations related to a renewal of Measure Y; suggested that a Citizens' Oversight Committee be advisory to Council, meet no less than twice per year, and members have related experience. Steve Delmartini, San Luis Obispo, suggested the replacement of the terms "traffic congestion relief' and "only" with "employee salaries and pensions" in the proposed ballot language. Steve Barash, San Luis Obispo, spoke on the definition of a capital costs, capital expenditures, and capital expenses; recommended that a minimum of 50% of revenues be dedicated for capital expenditures. Council further discussed the layout, mission, purpose, and objectives of a Citizens' Oversight Committee; whether an oversight committee should be enacted by voters or by the Council; whether members of an oversight committee should be compensated such as the Planning Commission and Architectural Review Commission. Council provided direction as appropriate and directed staff to return to Council on June 10, 2014. City Council Meeting Minutes — May 20, 2014 B5. Page 14 RECOMMENDATIONS TO MANAGEMENT FOR 2012 -13; THE ANNUAL AUDIT OF TRANSPORTATION DEVELOPMENT ACT FUNDS CALCULATION Director of Finance and Information Technology Padilla and Allen Eschenbach, City Independent Auditor, reviewed the contents of the Council Agenda Report; noted the errors and deficiencies as identified in the auditor's findings; responded to Council inquires. MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER ASHBAUGH, SECOND BY VICE MAYOR CHRISTI.ANSON, CARRIED 5 -0, to accept the following reports and recommendations: 1. The Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, Single Audit Report and related Recommendations to Management for 2012 -13. 2. The annual audit of the Transportation Development Act Funds. 3. The Audit of the Whale Rock Commission. 4. The Report on Agreed upon Procedures related to the annual Appropriation Limit Calculation. B6. APPOINTED OFFICIALS' EVALUATIONS PROCESS AND COMPENSATION ADJUSTMENT FOR CITY ATTORNEY Human Resources Director Irons reviewed the contents of the Council Agenda Report and responded to Council inquires. Donald Hedrick, San Luis Obispo, voiced concern that executive compensation is being considered as the last agenda item. Michelle Tasseff, San Luis Obispo, commended Christine Dietrick for performing well and voiced support for an increase in compensation. 1 1 1 City Council Meeting Minutes — May 20, 2014 Page 15 Council discussion ensued relative to whether increasing the City Attorney's ' compensation will negatively impact the City's negotiating position with employee groups. MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER ASHBAUGH, SECOND BY VICE MAYOR CHRISTIANSON, CARRIED 3 -2 (COUNCIL MEMBERS CARPENTER AND SMITH VOTING NO), to: 1. Adopt Resolution No. 10527 (2014 Series) entitled "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo, California, adjusting compensation for the City Attorney." 2. Authorize the Mayor to execute amended contract of employment with the City Attorney. LIAISON REPORTS Council liaison reports were received from Council Members Ashbaugh, Smith and Mayor Marx. COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS None. ADJOURNMENT The City Council adjourned at 10:52 p.m. The next Regular Meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, June 3, 2014 at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers located at 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, California. APPROVED BY COUNCIL: 06/17/14 1