HomeMy WebLinkAbout02/25/1997MINUTES
ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 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; Ken Hampian, Assistant City Administrative
Officer; Jim Gardiner, Police Chief; Arnold Jonas, Community
Development Director; Bill Statler, Finance Director; Ann Slate, Director of
Personnel; Mike McCluskey, Public Works Director; Paul LeSage, Parks
and Recreation Director; Neil Havlik, Natural Resources Manager; Jane
McVey, Economic Development Manager.
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD
PC1. There were no public comments.
APPOINTMENT
Al. PLANNING COMMISSION APPOINTMENTS (File No. 123)
Council considered appointing John Ewan to fill an unexpired term to end 3/31199, John
Ashbaugh to a three -year term to end 3/31/2000; and reappointing Mary Whittlesey to a four -year
term to end 3/31/2001.
Vice Mayor Roalman presented the report and recommended the appointments as stated in the
report. Council Member Romero stated that, while the recommended applicants are quite
capable of filling the positions, he is changing his recommendation to fill the seat for the
unexpired term. He said that he believes Penny Rappa should have been nominated, as she is
the best qualified applicant.
Council discussion ensued regarding the appointment process and past precedents.
Moved by Roalman/Smith to approve the appointment of John Ewan to fill an unexpired term to
end 3/31/99, John Ashbaugh to a three -year term to end 3/31/2000; and the reappointment of Mary
Whittlesey to a four -year tern to end 3/31/2001; and to thank Barry Karleskint and Pat Veesart for
their service to the Planning Commission; motion carried (5 -0).
COUNCIL LIAISON REPORTS
CLR1. Council Member Williams noted that she had attended a meeting with Cal Poly today
regarding the transit funding issue, and that there will be subsequent meetings in March
and April.
CLR2. Vice Mayor Roalman stated that Cal Poly has devised a formula and is proposing its use
to determine.their contribution to the transit system.
CLR3. Council Member Smith attended an Economic Opportunity Commission meeting regarding
preparation for the implementation of the welfare reform program as it relates to the need
for additional child care programs as people re-enter the workforce.
CLR4. Council Member Romero reported that he attended a PAC Advisory Committee meeting
regarding a financial shortfall for the completion of the facility, and stated that a report
will be made to the Council when the situation has been clarified. CAO Dunn stated that
based on current figures, it appears there will be a $48,000 operating deficit, and he said
he will keep the Council informed on the status.
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CLR3. Council Member Smith attended an Economic Opportunity Commission meeting regarding
preparation for the implementation of.the welfare reform program as it relates to the need
for additional child care programs as people re-enter the workforce.
CLR4. Council Member Romero reported that he attended a PAC Advisory Committee meeting
regarding a financial shortfall for the completion of the facility, and stated that a report
will be made to the Council when the situation has been clarified. CAO Dunn stated that
based on current figures, it appears there will be a $48,000 operating deficit, and he said
he will keep the Council informed on the status.
_._. CLR5. Mayor Settle stated that he will be meeting with mayors from other cities to discuss ways
to promote legislative action at the State level to return previous revenue take -sways to
cities.
There were no communications.
COMMUNICATIONS
BUSINESS ITEMS
1. MID -YEAR BUDGET REVIEW (File No. 233)
Council considered the mid -year budget review for 1996 -97.
Finance Director Statler presented the staff report, stating that the City's current strong financial
condition is a result of a commitment to a balanced budget, low staffing levels, low debt, and
tough revenue and expenditure decisions. He detailed areas where the target levels are better
than predicted, as well as those that are lower than predicted at the outset of the budget cycle.
He summarized that the overall current condition of the general fund is about $500,000 better off
' than predicted, mostly due to one time items. He cautioned that next year's budget will need to
address a $500,000 projected deficit between revenues and expenditures. He detailed each of
the staff recommendations.
After discussion, moved by Williams/Romero to 1) consider review; 2) approve mid -year budget
operating request for the Historic Adobe Stabilization and Restoration Program in the amount of
$6,900; 3) approve mid -year budget capital improvement plan requests for bus replacements
($775,000) and equipment acquisitions ($100,000) for the Transit Fund in the amount of $875,000;
and, 4) approve changes in regular staffing in supporting the new public safety system with no
net additional costs for 1996 -97 resulting from this change; motion carried (5 -0).
2. NATURAL RESOURCES & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT (File No. 104)
Council considered oral presentations by the Natural Resources and Economic Development
Managers concerning activities and accomplishments in their program areas.
Assistant CAO Hampian introduced Neil Havlik and Jane McVey to report on their respective
programs.
Natural Resource Manager Havlik reported on the green belt protection program, City
participation program and community outreach. He detailed recent open space acquisitions,
current negotiations and grant applications. He reported on the Salinas & Nacimiento Water
projects and environmental mitigations that are being considered. He updated Council on creek
maintenance efforts and environmental issues surrounding the proposed Cal Poly sports
complex. He summarized his expectations for the coming year, including a possible acquisition
on Bishop's Peak; water project environmental mitigations; completion of phase one of flood
and water way projects; completion of conservation plans for the Airport and Margarita areas;
conceptual restoration and trail plan for the creek below Marsh Street; completion of a natural
' resource inventory; pursuit of language in statewide bond measures to benefit SLO City &
County; and a potential funding measure for the November, 1998 ballot.
Economic Development Manager McVey reported on the business retention and expansion
program. She detailed efforts regarding upcoming annexation applications.. She encouraged
continued business visitations with the Chamber of Commerce, outlined a training program for
local business on how to apply for grants and explained efforts to address business' concerns