HomeMy WebLinkAbout09/17/1996CLOSED SESSION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 1996 - 6:30 P.M.
CONFERENCE ROOM - 955 MORRO STREET
SAN LUIS OBISPO, CALIFORNIA
ROLL CALL:
Council Members
Present: Council Members Kathy Smith, Dave Romero, Bill Roalman, and Mayor Allen
Settle
Absent: Vice Mayor Dodie Williams
City Staff
Present: Jeff Jorgensen, City Attorney; John Dunn, City Administrative Officer;
Wendy George, Asst. to CAO; Ann Slate, Personnel Director; Ken Hampian,
Assistant City Administrative Officer
City Council held a closed session to discuss the following issue:
CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR - Pursuant to Government Code § 54957.68
Agency Negotiators: Ken Hampian, Wendy George, Richard Bolanos
Employee Organization: San Luis Obispo Firefighters' Association
No action was taken.
7:00 P.M. Mayor Settle declared a recess to convene in open session in the Library Community
Room, where a public report of the action taken in closed session was to be given.
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REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 1996 - 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, Bill Roalman, and Mayor Allen
Settle
Absent: Vice Mayor Dodie Williams
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 Staffer, Finance
Director; John Moss, Utilities Director; Mike McCluskey; Public Works
Director; Paul LeSage, Parks and Recreation Director; Ron Whisenand,
Development Review Manager; Jane McVey, Economic Development
Manager
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD
PC1. Astrid Gallagher, 1680 LaFinca Court, spoke regarding the Friends of the Adobes Group,
stating that a trash pile remains near the La Loma Adobe from the last clean up, asking Council
to look into covering the Rodriguez Adobe, and questioning the requirement for a use permit to use
an adobe building as a meeting place. Mayor Settle asked staff to assist Ms. Gallagher.
PC2. Robert Vessely, Friends of the Adobe, spoke regarding efforts to stabilize and clean up the
LaLoma, Rodriguez, and Dana Street Adobes. He requested that the Friends of the Adobes be
granted a permit to use the Dana Street Adobe.
John Dunn, CAO, responded, thanking the Friends of the Adobe for their work, and stated staff
would address the issues.
City Attorney Jorgensen reported no action taken at tonight's closed session.
CONSENT AGENDA
Moved by Romero/Smith to approve the Consent Agenda as recommended by the City
Administrative Officer; motion carried (4-0-1, Williams absent).
C1. COUNCIL MINUTES (GAWF)
Council considered the minutes of:
Tuesday, September 3, 1996 at 6:00 P.M.
Moved by Romero/Smith to waive oral reading and approve minutes as amended; motion carried
(4 -0-1, Williams absent).
C2. HABITAT CONSERVATION GRANT FUNDS (File No. 462.1)
Council considered authorizing staff to apply for grant funds in the amount of $100,000 from the
Habitat Conservation Fund Program of the California Wildlife Protection Act of 1990 to be used in
support of the acquisition of part of the Bishop Peak property.
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Moved by Romero/Smith to adopt Resolution No. 8580 authorizing staff to complete and submit
application; motion carried (4-0-1, Williams absent).
C3. RFP FOR TRAFFIC STUDIES (Alpha File)
Council considered a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the preparation -of traffic impact reports for
the Froom Ranch and DeVaul Ranch projects.
Moved by Romero /Smith to approve RFP, authorize its distribution and award by the CAD to a
qualified proposer if the contract amount is less than $50,000; motion carried (4 -0-1, Williams
absent).
C4. PARK ORDINANCE REVISIONS (File No. 802)
Council considered giving final passage to an ordinance amending the City Park Regulations to
correct outdated references, clarify areas of enforcement, and define skateboarding, rollerblading
and rollerskating activity in City park areas. (Continued from 9/3/96.)
Moved by Romero/Smith to give final passage to Ordinance No. 1309; motion carried (4-0-1,
Williams absent).
Mayor Settle stated that a request had been made to continue Public Hearing Item No. 2 to October
1 and asked staff to elaborate. Mike McCluskev, Public Works Director, stated that the project has
already been delayed for eight weeks and a further delay could jeopardize the ability to complete
critical portions of the demolition prior to the rains. Council Members concurred to prevent further
delays, that the item should be heard tonight.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. APPEAL - 1228 STAFFORD STREET (File No. 407)
Council held a public hearing to consider an appeal by Isabel Marques of an Architectural Review
Commission (ARC) action to approve the demolition of a house and construction of three, one -
bedroom apartments with lofts, and a street yard of 15' rather than the 20' normally required;
Michael Congdon, applicant (ARCMI 96 -96).
Arnold Jonas. Community Development Director, presented the staff report, outlining the concerns
stated in the appeal. He said that the ARC's review of the project concluded that the concerns are
adequately addressed.
Mayor Settle opened the public hearing.
Isabel Marques, appellant, 1239 Stafford, stated that Mr. Jonas had accurately summarized her
position and asked Council to overturn the ARC decision.
Fay Hanna. 1269 Stafford, spoke in support of the appeal, stating that a duplex would be more
appropriate to the site.
Craig Smith, representative for owners of the subject property, spoke in opposition to the appeal,
stating that the neighborhood is in transition and that the project is in compliance with applicable
zoning regulations.
Council Member Romero asked staff to clearify if the trash enclosure requirement by the Fire Dept.
caused significant design problems.
Mayor Settle closed the public hearing.
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Council stated some concerns regarding the potential use of lofts as bedrooms and traffic, but
concurred that the applicants have met all requirements:•-
' After discussion, moved by Romero /Smith to adopt Resolution No. 8581 denying the appeal and
upholding the ARC's action; motion carried (4 -0-1, Williams absent).
2. APPEAL - BUILDING DEMOLITION (File No. 407)
Council held a public hearing to consider appeals by Phil Ashley and Richard Schmidt of an
Architectural Review Commission (ARC) approval of the demolition of the former VPA Automotive
building located at 316 Higuera Street, south of the Highway 101 1Marsh Street interchange.
Arnold Jonas, Community Development Director, presented the staff report, summarizing the two
separate issues presented by the appellants and recommended that the appeals be denied.
Mayor Settle noted that Mr. Schmidt had submitted a written record of his position on the issue.
Mayor Settle opened the public hearing.
Phil Ashley, appellant, gave a summation of his position regarding the revegitation of the creek
bank, and his concerns that a public park can have a negative impact on the creek's environment.
Jim Aiken, ARC, stated that the Commission's review had adequately addressed the nature of the
building, and that it is not historically significant.
Mayor Settle closed the public hearing.
' After discussion, moved by Romero /Roalman to adopt Resolution No. 8582 denying the appeal and
upholding the ARC's action; motion carried (4 -0 -1, Williams absent).
3. ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT (File No. 463)
A. Council held a public hearing to consider amendment to various sections of the Zoning
Regulations to implement policies of the 1994 Land Use Element of the General Plan (TA 79 -96).
Ron Whisenand, Development Review Manager, presented the staff report, summarizing several
issues addressed by the Planning Commission at their hearing of the item.
Arnold Jonas, Community Development Director, explained that two ordinances had been drafted,
and the bed & breakfast sections are contained in a single ordinance.
Mayor Settle opened the public hearing.
Bill Thoma. 3562 Empleo St., spoke on behalf of the Chamber of Commerce, stating that the
Chamber is satisfied with the compromise the Planning Commission had drafted and that no
exceptions were taken to "Table 9." He asked that Council consider raising the height limitation
on buildings, as the proposed 35 feet is inconsistent and prevents a three story building.
Mike Cannon spoke in support of the ordinances as presented to the City Council.
John Belcher, voiced concerns about creating a non - conforming use in a CS zone and encouraged
' a General Plan Amendment.
Mayor Settle closed the public hearing.
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After discussion, Council agreed to amend the ordinance to require Planning Commission approval
for Retail Sales- Warehouse uses over 60,000 square feet in C -S and C -R zones and to amend
Section 17.16.010.A.2.a.iv. to read: 'When the calculation of cross slope results in a fractional
number it shall be rounded to the next highest whole number if the fraction is one -half or more;
otherwise it shall be rounded down to the next lowest whole number."
Moved by Smith /Roalman to amend and introduce Ordinance No. 1310 to print amending the Zoning
Regulations; motion carried (3 -1 -1, Romero opposed, Williams absent).
Council Member Romero stated that he is opposed because the ordinance creates too many non-
conforming uses. Mayor Settle stated that staff has sufficiently clarified that non- conforming uses
are minimized.
Council Member Smith stepped down from the dias due to a potential conflict of interest.
B. Council held a public hearing to consider amendment to the bed and breakfast sections of the
Zoning Regulations to implement policies of the 1994 Land Use Element of the General Plan (TA
79 -96).
Ron Whisenand, Development Review Manager, presented a staff report outlining the changes to
provisions for bed and breakfast establishments.
Mayor Settle opened the public hearing and having no requests to speak, closed the public hearing.
After discussion, moved by Romero/Roalman to introduce Ordinance No. 1311 to print amending
the Zoning Regulations regarding Bed & Breakfast uses; motion carried (3 -0-2, Smith abstaining,
Williams absent).
Council Member Roal man requested reconsideration of previous item.
After discussion, moved by Roalman /Smith to amend the requirement of Planning Commission
approval of a Retail- Warehouse store to those exceeding 45,000 square feet; motioned carried 4-0-
1, William absent).
4. PLANNED DEVELOPMENT REZONING - 355 PACIFIC STREET (File No. 463)
Council held a public hearing to consider amending the zoning map from Service Commercial (C-S)
to Service Commercial with a Planned Development (CS -PD), to allow large offices in a proposed
new building at 355 Pacific Street; Mike Cannon, applicant.
Arnold Jonas, Community Development Director, presented the staff report.
Mayor Settle opened the public hearing.
Brian Starr, 641 Higuerra, spoke in support of the project.
Mayor Settle closed the public hearing.
After discussion, moved by Romero/Smith to introduce Ordinance No. 1312 approving the Planned
Development rezoning, based on required findings; motion carried (4 -0=1, Williams absent).
5. SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT - HIGUERA COMMERCE PARK (File No. 463)
Council held a public hearing to consider a request to amend the Higuera Commerce Park Specific
Plan to enable smaller lot sizes and additional land uses for approximately 8 acres at the southern
end of the Higuera Commerce Park; R. Howard Strasbaugh, Inc. applicant.
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Arnold Jonas, Community Development Director, presented the staff report, explaining the scope
of the project.
Mayor Settle opened the public hearing.
Joan Thompson, resident of Silver City Trailer Park, stated a firm opposition to the use because
of the proposed bar /tavern and traffic issues.
Chris Ford, RM Design Group, 3026 South Higuerra, representing Telegram Tribune, spoke
regarding a private agreement between the Telegram Tribune and applicant, and spoke in support
of the project
Lam Strasbauqh, 825 Buckley, spoke on behalf of the applicant, preservation of historical
buildings and improve the property; it will be a small bar.
Dave' Farmer, Environmental Collaborative, architect for the project, gave a presentation of the
project to clarify to the Council and community what was envisioned.
Mayor Settle closed the public hearing.
Council agreed to amend the resolution to remove any reference to "bars & taverns," replacing it
with references to wine tasting.
After discussion, moved by Romero /Smith to adopt Resolution No. 8583 approving a mitigated
negative declaration of environmental impact and the requested amendment; motion carried (3 -1 -1,
Roalman opposed, Williams absent).
COMMUNICATIONS
Comm 1. Council Member Romero reported on the funding issues at the Performing Arts
Center, stating that currently there is a $1 million shortfall, and that the City may be
responsible for a portion in the future.
Comm 2. Mayor Settle referred to correspondence from the Cal Poly University President
regarding a transit funding increase from Cal Poly up to a total of $161,000.
Comm 3. Council Member Romero spoke regarding creek issues that became apparent during
the recent creek walk, and the Council referred a list of items, which had been
prepared by Council Member Romero, to staff.
Comm 4. Mayor Settle requested a tour on September 27th, beginning at 9:00 a.m., of the
properties that are the subject of negotiations for possible open space acquisition
(Maino & Guidetti), to be considered by Council at their meeting on October 1, 1996.
Comm S. Mayor Settle asked John Dunn, CAO, to announce Television to Inform the Public
(TIP) broadcast on September 18th at 7:00 p.m.
Comm 6. Mayor Settle asked staff and the Police Department to address consistent garage
sales at Cuesta Drive & Foothill area.
' Comm 7. Mayor Settle informed Council he had written a letter to the Alta Vista Neighborhood
Association in answer to correspondence received from them regarding traffic
issues surrounding the new Cal Poly parking structure.
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Comm 8. Council Member Smith said she had asked Cal Poly to reconvene the task force on
student housing.
There being no further business to come before the City Council, Mayor Settle adjourned the
meeting at 9:40 p.m. to Friday, September 27, 1996 at 9:00 a.m. in the Library Community Room,
995 Palm Street
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ADJOURNED MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 1996 - 9:00 A.M.
LIBRARY CONFERENCE ROOM - 995 PALM STREET
SAN LUIS OBISPO, CALIFORNIA
ROLL CALL:
Council Members
Present: Council Members Kathy Smith, Bill Roalman, Dave Romero, and
Mayor Allen Settle
Absent: Vice Mayor Dodie Williams
City Staff
Present: Ken Hampian, Assistant City Administrative Officer; Bonnie Gawf,
City Clerk; Arnold Jonas, Community Development Director; Paul
LeSage, Parks and Recreation Director; Neil Havlik, Environmental
Resources Manager
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD
There were no public comments.
TOUR OF MAINO AND GUIDETTI PROPERTIES
The Council travelled from City Hall by bus to the Maino property, where Natural Resources
Manager Havlik led a brief tour, pointed out the boundaries of the property and talked about its
preservation as open space. Upon returning to the bus, Council Members Roalman and Smith
departed, and due to the lack of a quorum, the meeting was formally adjourned at 10:05 a.m. to
Tuesday, October 1, 1996, at 6:30 p.m. in the Library Conference Room, 995 Palm Street. Mayor
Settle and Council Member Romero continued on to the Guidetti Property with staff and members
of the public, where a brief informational tour was conducted.
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