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HomeMy WebLinkAbout08/06/1985CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - TUESDAY, AUGUST 6, 1985 - 7:00 P.M. PAGE 2 C -4 PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS - SEWAGE TREATMENT PLANT Plans and specifications for "Sewage Treatment Plant Paving Project, City Plan No. F -.20 "; bid estimate $65,000, without contingencies were approved and staff authorized to advertise for bids as recommended (5 -0). C -5 REPORT ON BIDS - STREET SWEEPER (File #162) After brief discussion, report on bids received for "Recirculating Air Street Sweeper" for the Public Works Department; bid estimate $85,000, was continued to August 20, 1985, Council meeting (5 -0). C -6 REPORT ON BIDS - OLD GARDEN CREEK (File #85 -10) _.._. Resolution No. 5739 (1985 Series), a resolution of the Council of the City of San Luis Obispo was adopted awarding contract to Nick Pokrajac in the amount of $46,856, for "Old Garden Creek Drainage Channel Lining in Foothill Blvd. to 200' Southerly, City Plan No. J -11H" as recommended (5 -0). C -7 LOS OSOS VALLEY ROAD EXTENSION PROJECT (File #1142) Resolution No. 5740 (1985 Series), a resolution of the Council of the City of San Luis Obispo was adopted approving agreement with Caltrans for construction of the Los.Osos Valley Road extension project (City's portion $983,100) as recommended (5 -0). Resolution No. 5741 (1985 Series), a resolution of the Council of the City of San Luis Obispo was adopted transferring unappropriated funds ($60,000) to project account as recommended (5 -0). C -8 MADONNA ROAD WIDENING (File #531) Staff authorized to negotiate a contract for consultant services with CH2M Hill to develop plans and specifications for Madonna Road widening from E1 Mercado Avenue to San Luis Creek as recommended (5 -0). C -9 PUBLIC SAFETY POSITIONS (File #702) Resolution No. 5742 (1985 Series), a resolution of the Council of the City of San Luis Obispo was adopted authorizing the City Administrative Officer to rescind the positions of Public Safety Director, Chief of Police Services, and Chief of fire Services and return to separate Police and Fire Department operations as recommended (5 -0). C -10 H.R.C. GRANTS -IN -AID CONTRACTS (File #1001) Resolution No. 5743 (1985 Series), a resolution of the Council of the City of San Luis Obispo was adopted approving one -year contract with the Mental Health Association ($4,200), expiring June 30, 1986 (5 -0). Resolution No. 5744 (1985 Series), a resolution of the Council of the City of San Luis Obispo was adopted approving one -year contract with Casa Solana, Inc. ($6,750), expiring June 30, 1986 (5 -0). Resolution No. 5745 (1985 Series), a resolution of the Council of the City of San Luis Obispo was adopted approving one -year contract with Family Services Center ($3,625), expiring June 30, 1986 (5 -0). Resolution No. 5746 (1985 Series), a resolution of the Council of the City 1 of San Luis Obipso was adopted approving one -year contract with Senior Programs and Services /RSVP ($825), expiring June 30, 1986 (5 -0). Resolution No. 5747 (1985 Series), a resolution of the Council of the City of San Luis Obispo was adopted approving one -year contract with Hotline, Inc., ($8,500), expiring June 30, 1986 (5 -0). Resolution No. 5748 (1985 Series), a resolution of the Council of the City of San Luis Obispo was adopted approving one -year contract with the Health Commission ($3,000), expiring June 30, 1986 (5 -0). CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - TUESDAY, AUGUST 6, 1985 - 7:00 P.M. PAGE 3 Resolution No. 5749 (1985 Series), a resolution of the Council of the City of San Luis Obispo was adopted approving one -year contract with the Rape Crisis Center ($850), expiring June 30, 1986 (5 -0). Resolution No. 5750 (1985 Series), a resolution of the Council of the City of San Luis Obispo was adopted approving one -year contract with the Child Resource Center ($10,000), expiring June 30, 1986 (5 -0). C -11 JUNIOR HIGH FACILITIES LEASE EXTENSION (File #1171) Resolution No. 5751 (1985 Series), a resolution of the Council of the City of San Luis Obispo was adopted approving agreement with the San Luis Coastal School District to extend lease of San Luis Junior High School gym, tennis courts, and athletic fields for a period of three years ($46,000) effective October 1, 1985 through September 30, 1988 as recommended (5 -0). C -12 B.I.A. ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT (File #471) Resolution No. 5752 (1985 Series), a resolution of the Council of the City of San Luis Obispo was adopted approving a six -month agreement ($1500 /mo.) with Elena -Marie Koster as B.I.A. Administrator through December 31, 1985, as recommended (5 -0). C -13 SURPLUS PROPERTY SALE - BUCHON STREET (File #165) Resolution No. 5753 (1985 Series), a resolution of the Council of the City of San Luis Obispo was adopted accepting bid from Mark J. Godfrey for credit purchase of property at 1330 Buchon Street as recommended (5 -0) (appraised value $130,000). C -14 SLO AREA COORDINATING COUNCIL (File 1155) Resolution No. 5754 (1985 Series), a resolution of the Council of the City of San Luis Obispo was adopted ratifying the 1985 -86 JPA agreement with the San Luis Obispo Area Coordinating Council as recommended (5 -0). C -15 APPEAL FEE RESOLUTION (File #407) Resolution No. 5755 (1985 Series), a resolution of the Council of the City of San Luis Obispo was adopted setting appeal fee at zero and revising previously adopted fees for Planning, Building, and Engineering services accordingly (5 -0). C -16 MANAGEMENT COMPENSATION_ PLAN (File #622) Resolution No. 5756 (1985 Series), a resolution establishing a managerial compensation plan for certain management personnel and previous resolutions in conflict superseded as recommended (5 -0). C -17 PARKING CONSULTANT (File - 551) Staff was authorized to negotiate a contract with IBI Group for developing parking alternatives in the central business district as recommended (5 -0). P U B L I C H E A R I N G S 1. WEED ABATEMENT (File #723) Council held a public hearing to consider confirming costs of the removal of weeds in various areas of the city. Mike Dolder, Public Safety Director, briefly reviewed the agenda report with the recommendation that Council adopt the resolution confirming liens upon real property parcels for weed abatement costs as shown on the revised exhibit "A" handed to Council this evening. Mayor Billig declared the public hearing open. No one spoke for or against the proposed liens. Mayor Billig declared the public hearing closed. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - TUESDAY, AUGUST 6, 1985 - 7:00 P.M. PAGE 4 On motion of Councilman Settle, seconded by Mayor Billig, Resolution No. 5758 (1985 Series), a resolution of the Council of the City of San Luis Obispo was adopted confirming costs as revised (5 -0). 2. SIDEWALK REPAIRS (File #533) Council held a public hearing to consider confirmation of sidewalk repair costs to property owners in various areas of the city. Dave Romero, Public Works Director, briefly reviewed the agenda report with the recommendation that Council adopt the resolution confirming sidewalk repair costs as revised. Mayor Billig declared the public hearing open. No one spoke for or against the proposed costs. Mayor Billig declared the public hearing closed. On motion of Councilwoman Dove y, seconded by Councilman Griffin, Resolution No. 5759 (1985 Series), a resolution of the Council of the City of San Luis Obispo was adopted confirming sidewalk repair costs to property owners as revised (5 -0). 3. FINAL MAP APPROVAL - TRACT 998 (File #410 -998) Council held a public hearing to consider granting final map approval for Tract 998 (Sierra Alta), creating a 76 -unit residential air -space condominium complex at 95 Stenner Street; R -4 zone; Smith, Andrews & Piperato, subdividers (continued from 7- 16 -85). Dave Romero, Public Works Director, briefly reviewed the agenda report with the recommendation that Council adopt the resolution approving special park in -lieu agreement and approval of the final map for Tract 998, subject to the conditions listed therein. Mayor Billig declared the public hearing open. Pat Smith, subdivider, stated he was available for questions. Mayor Billig declared the public hearing closed. Mayor Billig requested that in the future that the park in -lieu funds be clearly shown that they are to be used for parks only. After brief discussion and on motion of Councilman Dunin, seconded by Councilman Griffin, Resolution No. 5760 (1985 Series), a resolution of the Council of the City of San Luis Obispo was adopted granting final map for Tract 998 as recommended (5 -0). 4. PROPOSED SUBDIVISION - TRACT 1310 (File #410 -1310) Council held a public hearing to consider a Planning Commission recommen- dation to grant tentative map approval for Tract 1310, creating a 9 -unit residential air -space condominium located at 3100 Johnson Avenue; R -1 zone; Jim Dummit, subdivider. Pam Ricci, Assistant Planner, briefly reviewed the agenda report with the recommendation that Council approve the tentative map based on findings and subject to conditions recommended by the Planning Commission. Councilman Dunin and Mayor Billig questioned drainage and landscaping I requirements. Mayor Billig declared the public hearing open. Jim Dummit, owner, stated he was available for any questions. Pat Scott, 3177 Flora Street, stated he was opposed to the project as she felt it was out of character for the neighborhood. Terry Simons, representing the applicant, addressed some of the concerns mentioned by Council earlier with regard to runoff, vehicular access and site distance, guest parking, landscaping, which the wells would provide the water for, and the private sewer "system ". CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - TUESDAY, AUGUST 6, 1985 - 7:00 P.M. PAGE 5 Mayor Billie declared the public hearing closed. On motion of Councilman Griffin, seconded by Councilman Dunin to adopt resolution which would approve the tentative map based on findings and subject to conditions as recommended by the Planning Commission including an amendment to condition #9 to elaborate more with regard to "onsite" sewers being private lines. Councilman Griffin stated he could support the project as he felt that the only discussion was preference in design over what else might be there. He did feel this project would add some diversity. Councilman Settle stated he could not support the project at this point as he would like to see units B, D, I, and possibly G, modified to remove 2 or 3 of them. He was concerned with the density and height. He would not be able to make the findings 2, 3, 4, or 8 at this point. Councilman Dunin stated he could support the project. He agreed with the Architectural Review Commission and Planning Commission. It conformed to density requirements. He had had a concern with the drainage but felt that staff had answered that to his satisfaction. He also felt this satisfied the infill policy as outlined in the Mayor's Work Program. Councilwoman Dovey felt that there was potential for traffic and circul- ation problems. She was not concerned with the drainage issue. She did not feel that this project would help the "affordable" housing situation. Mayor Billie stated it was an attractive project but felt that the density was too great. She would like to see the project reduced so that it would be more in keeping with the character of the neighborhood. She was concerned about the swale, she did feel it was a unique parking solution but was still concerned about the overall scale of the project. Councilman Griffin felt that the project clearly met density standards and that there was no misapplication of density in this circumstance. Motion on the floor to approve the tentative map as amended was denied on a 2 -3 vote, Councilmembers Dovey, Settle and Mayor Billig voting no. On motion of Councilwoman Dovey, seconded by Councilman Settle, to direct staff to work with the applicant to address Council's concerns made this evening and bring this back to date certain September 17, 1985. Motion carried on a 3 -2 vote, Councilmembers Dunin and Griffin voting no. 5. PROPOSED SUBDIVISION - TRACT 1304 (File #410 -1304) Council held a public hearing to consider a Planning Commission recommendation to grant tentative map approval for Tract 1304, to.create 7 -lot residential subdivision at 2684 Johnson Avenue and 2621 Flora Street; R -1 zone; Rob Strong, subdivider (D.C. & S.L. Hildenbrand, property owners). Candace Havens, Associate Planner, briefly reviewed the agenda report with the recommendation that Council adopt a resolution which would affirm the negative declaration of environmental impact and approve the tentative map with findings and conditions as recommended by the Planning Commission. Mayor Billig declared the public hearing open. Rob Strong, representing the property owner, reviewed the project and requested clarification regarding city street improvement policies. Councilman Dunin was concerned about lot #7 and drainage. Council discussed the need for full street improvements being required at this time. Martha Reed, 2605 Flora Street, stated she had not wanted to contribute towards the street improvements at this time due to the expense involved. Mayor Billie declared the public hearing closed. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - TUESDAY, AUGUST 6, 1985 - 7:00 P.M. PAGE 6 On motion of Councilman Settle, seconded by Councilman Dunin, Resolution No. 5761 (1985 Series), a resolution of the Council of the City of San Luis Obispo was adopted granting tentative map approval for Tract 1304 with the amendment to add condition #15 to provide for utility reimbursement to the owner (5 -0). 9:35 p.m. Mayor Billig declared a recess. 10:00 p.m. City Council reconvened, all Councilmembers present. 6. SUBDIVISION TIME EXTENSIONS - TRACTS 926 1034 & 1064 (File #410- 926/1034/1064) Council held a public hearing to consider granting 12 -month time extensions to file the final maps for three subdivisions as listed; R -1 -PD zone; Cuesta Valley properties (John French) subdivider: a. Tract 926 (Buena Vista Estates), creating a 27 -unit residential planned development condominium located at 2030 -2031 Binns Court. b. Tract 1034 (Leland Terrace), creating a 40 -unit residential planned development condominium located at 2200 Florence Avenue. c. Tract 1064 (Bishop Street), creating a 9 -lot residential subdivision located at 1300 Bishop Street. Toby Ross, Community Development Director, reviewed the agenda report with the recommendation that Council adopt resolutions granting 12 -month time extensions for the three tracts as recommended. Mayor Billig declared the public hearing open. Chuck French, applicant, stated he was available for questions. Mayor Billig declared the public hearing closed. On motion of Councilman Settle, seconded by Councilman Dunin, Resolutions Nos. 5762, 5763 and 5764 (1985 Series), resolutions of the Council of the City of San Luis Obispo were adopted approving 12 -month time extensions for Tracts 926, 1034 and 1064 as recommended (5 -0). 7. PROPOSED SUBDIVISION - PD 1204 /TRACT 1313 (File #410 -1313) Council held a public hearing to consider a Planning Commission recommendation to amend the approved development plan for a 29 -acre site at 102 Foothill Blvd. (La Mancha Properties) and consider granting tentative map approval for Tract 1313, creating a 49 -lot residential subdivision; R -1 -PD, R -1, PF, and C /OS -10 zoning; RKO, subdivider. Toby Ross, Community Development Director, reviewed the agenda report with the recommendation that Council introduce the ordinance to print amending the development plan for PD 1204 and adopt the resolution granting the tentative map for Tract 1313 as recommended. He also gave a brief slide presentation reviewing the project scope. Mayor Billig declared the public hearing open. Rob Rossi, applicant, explained the project and the review process that it had been through since the first design and its current configuration. T. Keith Gurnee, with RRM, stated he was representing the three owners, reviewed the project. He stated that the density was less than two units per acre. He also reviewed additional changes and requirements since staff and Planning Commission approvals. He would urge Council's support of the staff and Planning Commission recommendations. Don Smith, 1111 Vista del Lago, spoke in opposition to the project as he felt that the density was too high. John Bass, 81 Foothill, was concerned about the proposed development circulation and would prefer to see more curving of Foothill Blvd. He also felt that the traffic and other circulation problems were too severe. 1 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - TUESDAY, AUGUST 6, 1985 - 7:00 P.M. PAGE 7 Peter Curry, 100 Foothill,-stated that he was basically in support of the project but he was concerned about the realignment of Foothill Blvd. to provide for better safety. Ann Brown was concerned about the access problem at Cerro Romauldo and the increased traffic and circulation problems that would be related to it. Bob Tomlison, 36 Foothill, was concerned about the drainage but would support the condition changes as suggested by Mr. Gurnee. ' Mayor Billig declared the public hearing closed. After brief discussion and on motion of Councilman Dunin, seconded by Councilman Griffin, Ordinance No. 1041 (1985 Series), an ordinance of the Council of the City of San Luis Obispo was introduced to print approving the amended development plan for PD 1204 with amendment to Finding E to read "Tract map shall define location and size of maximum building envelopes for lots 1 through 17." (instead of lots 5 through 17) (5 -0). On motion of Councilman Settle, seconded by Councilman Dunin, Resolution No. 5765 (1985 Series), a resolution of the Council of the City of San Luis Obispo was adopted granting tentative map approval for Tract 1313 with amendments on conditions 10, 16 and 34 as follows: Delete condition #10. Revised condition #16 to read, "Subdivider shall contribute toward repair or replacement of Foothill sewer lift station to the approval of the Public Works Director." Added condition renumbered from #34 to #33 to read, "Drainage from lots 3, 4 and 5 shall be collected and conveyed to Foothill Boulevard to the approval of the City Engineer." (3 -2 vote, Counciimembers Dovey and Griffin voting no). 8. APPEAL OF PLANNING COMMISSION DECISION - .FOOTHILL BLVD. (File #407) Council held a public hearing to consider an appeal by J. Michael Brady, 1 AIA & Associates of a decision by the Planning Commission requiring a street yard of 15 -feet along Foothill Blvd. frontage for property located at 1239 Foothill Blvd., R -4 zone; Neil Maloney and Dave Sansone, applicants /appellants. Pam Ricci, Assistant Planner, reviewed the agenda report with the recommendation that Council adopt the resolution which would uphold the appeal and the Hearing Officer's original decision to maintain a minimum street yard setback of 10 feet along Foothill Blvd. Mayor Billig declared the public hearing open. Michael Brady, representing the owners, spoke in support of their request for the 10 -foot setback and reviewed the project and the various approvals given to date. Marshal Hill, landscape architect, was also available for questions. Mayor Billig declared the public hearing closed. After brief discussion and on motion of Councilman Settle, seconded by Council reviewed and considered Request for Proposals to provide consultant services for assessing the siting, financing, major features, operations and long -term maintenance of a community performing arts facility ($25,000). Paul Lanspery, Administrative Officer, reviewed the agenda report with the recommended action that Council approve the RFP and direct staff to solicit proposals as recommended. Councilman Dunin, Resolution No. 5766 (1985 Series), a resolution of the Council of the City of San Luis Obispo was adopted upholding appeal and the hearing officer's decision denying action by the Planning Commission requiring a 15' setback at 1239 Foothill Blvd (5 -0). 9. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS - PERFORMING ARTS FACILITY (File #857) Council reviewed and considered Request for Proposals to provide consultant services for assessing the siting, financing, major features, operations and long -term maintenance of a community performing arts facility ($25,000). Paul Lanspery, Administrative Officer, reviewed the agenda report with the recommended action that Council approve the RFP and direct staff to solicit proposals as recommended. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - TUESDAY, AUGUST 6, 1985 - 7:00 P.M. PAGE 8 Councilmembers Dovey and Dunin suggested that the proposal be expanded so that the consultant might look at other sites besides the downtown and nearby area. After discussion and on motion of Councilman Settle, seconded by Councilman Griffin, the RFP was approved and staff authorized to solicit for proposals as recommended (3 -2 vote, Councilmembers Dovey and Dunin voting no). C O M M U N I C A T I O N S C -1 Staff directed to work with County on weed abatement program and other fire prevention measures. Fire report update to come back to Council within 30 days. C -2 CAD directed to refer to the County a request by D & R Myers regarding establishment of a Commission for the Poor. There being no further business to come before the ty Council, Mayor Billi adjourned the meeting at 12:20 a.m. 1 ^ / n Pamela Voges, City APPROVED BY COUNCIL: 10 -22 -85 M I N U T E S SPECIAL CALLED MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO THURSDAY, AUGUST 15, 1985 - 12:00 NOON COUNCIL HEARING ROOM, CITY HALL, 990 PALM STREET SAN LUIS OBISPO, CALIFORNIA ROLL CALL Councilmembers Present: GlennaDeane Dovey, Ron Dunin and Robert Griffin Absent: Vice -Mayor Allen K. Settle and Mayor Melanie C. Billig City Staff Present: Paul Lanspery, Administrative Officer; Roger Picquet, City Attorney; Pamela Voges, City Clerk; Toby Ross, Community Development Director; Dave Romero, Public Works Director; Geoff Grote, Assistant Administrative Officer; Wayne Peterson, City Engineer; Gary Henderson, Engineering Assistant -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Councilman Dunin presiding. 1. BRIEFING ON CREEK IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS (File #597) Dave Romero, Public Works Director, briefly reviewed the four projects recommended for creek improvements between the Elk's Club and Bianchi Lane as follows: A. Elk's Club repair ($70,000). B. Bypass channel between Caltrans maintenance yard and South Street ($216,000). C. Channel widening between South Street and Bianchi Lane ($155,000). �l 1 1