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MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2004 — 6:45P.M.
COUNCIL CHAMBER, 990 PALM STREET
SAN LUIS OBISPO, CALIFORNIA
ROLL CALL:
Council Members
Present: Council Members John Ewan, Christine Mulholland, Alien K. Settle,
Vice Mayor Ken Schwartz and Mayor Dave Romero
City Staff:
Present: Ken Hampian, City Administrative Officer; Jonathan Lowell, City
Attorney; Lee Price, City Clerk; Wendy George, Assistant City
Administrative Officer; John Mandeville, Community Development
Director; Bill Statler, Finance Director; Monica Moloney, Human
Resources Director; Wolfgang Knabe, Fire Chief; John Moss, Utilities
Director; Mike McCluskey, Public Works Director; Mike Draze,
Deputy Director Community Development; Jeff Hook, Associate
Planner; Karen Jenny, Risk Manager
CLOSED SESSION
City Attorney Lowell provided the Closed Session announcement as follows:
CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
Pursuant to Government Code § 54957.6
AGENCY NEGOTIATOR: KAREN JENNY, MONICA MOLONEY
UNREPRESENTED EMPLOYEES: MANAGEMENT PERSONNEL
AND
CONFIDENTIAL EMPLOYEES
The City Attorney reported that the Council provided direction to the negotiators and added
that final action is expected to take place at the first meeting in March.
INTRODUCTION
Public Works Director McCluskey introduced the following new employees in the Public
Works Department: Chris Wassenberg, Tree Trimmer I and Matt Guiffrida, Parks
Maintenance Worker III.
PRESENTATIONS
Mayor Romero presented a proclamation to Elaine Genasci, Feline Network, for Spay Day
USA 2004.
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PUBLIC COMMENT
Mardi Gras King and Queen Allen and Amanda Root. San Luis Obispo, introduced the 2004
Mardi Gras Board and provided a overview of the activities planned.
Andrew Carter, San Luis Obispo, expressed concern about the lack of sufficient medical office
space and asked if the City was addressing the issue in a timely manner. Community
Development Director Mandeville reported that studies are underway and staff is hoping to
bring a General Plan Amendment back to the Council within the next six months. Mr. Carter
also commented favorably about new transit services. He said fares are reasonable and
routes are convenient.
Sifu Kelvin Harrison. San Luis Obispo, reiterated claims of discrimination and harassment.
Brett Cross. San Luis Obispo, stated that public input is very important to the decision -
making process and urged the Council to rely on individuals in the community to provide
them with information.
Mary Beth Schroeder, San Luis Obispo, spoke to her concerns about the content of an appeal
filed by her neighbor relative to conditions placed on his home occupation permit.
Gary Fowler. San Luis Obispo, commented that he hopes the City's General Fund will not bear
the costs associated with law enforcement overtime for Mardi Gras. He also expressed
concern about possible conflicts in use at the Ludwick Center because of child 'day care
programs and asserted that seniors may not be getting their fair share. He also complained
that fencing around the play area prevents access to the kitchen. Finally, he added that he
hopes the Dalidio property may offer an opportunity for a new senior center.
CONSENT AGENDA
Publlic Comment:
Mary Beth Schroeder. San Luis Obispo, spoke in opposition to the adoption of Item C4.
Lori Atwater. San Luis Obispo; expressed appreciation to staff /council for recommending the
approval of Item C5 and provided copies of the latest conference information.
—end of public comment.
Council Member Ewan recused himself from voting on Item C5 because he wil be a participant
at the conference. Council Member Mulholland noted she will vote No on Item C4. Mayor
Romero voiced displeasure about Item C6.
ACTION: Moved by Settle/Schwartz to approve the consent agenda as recommended
by the City Administrative Officer; motion carried 5:0.
C1. APPROVE MINUTES OF JANUARY 13. 2004 SPECIAL MEETING AND JANUARY 20
2004 REGULAR MEETING.
ACTION: Moved by Settle/Schwartz to waive oral reading and approve as presented;
motion carried 5:0.
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C2. MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO AND
THE SAN LUIS OBISPO CITY EMPLOYEES' ASSOCIATION.FOR.THE PERIOD OF
1/1104-12131/04.
ACTION: Moved by Settle/Schwartz to adopt Resolution No. 9521 (2004 Series)
approving the Memorandum of Agreement for a one -year contract; motion carried
5:0.
C3. 2003 -05 COST ALLOCATION PLAN.
ACTION: Moved by Settle(Schwartz to approve the 2003 -05 Cost Allocation Plan;
motion carried 5:0.
C4. ZONING CORRECTION FOR CONSISTENCY WITH THE GENERAL PLAN MAP AT 215
BRIDGE STREET (R 6403).
ACTION: Moved by Settle/Schwartz to introduce Ordinance No. 1445 (2004 Series)
amending the zoning on a portion of the subject property below the 175 -foot
contour from Conservation/Open Space -5 (C /OS -5) to Manufacturing (M)
consistent with the General Plan Map Designation of Services and Manufacturing
and surrounding zoning; motion carried 4:1, Mulholland
C5. CITY CO- SPONSORSHIP OF CENTRAL COAST GREENBUILD 2004 CONFERENCE
AND EXPO.
ACTION: Moved by Settle/Schwartz to approve City co- sponsorship of the Central
Coast Greenbuild 2004 Conference & Expo and in -kind Information Technology
assistance; motion carried 4:0:1, Ewan refrained due to participation in the
conference.
C6. AUTHORIZATION OF BIDS FOR COON CREEK FILL REMOVAL AND BRIDGE AND
ASSOCIATED CREEK ENHANCEMENTS: SPECIFICATION NO. 99124.
ACTION: Moved by Settle/Schwartz to 1) Approve plans and specifications for the
project known as "Coon Creek Fill Removal and Bridge and Associated Creek
Enhancements ", Specification No. 99124; 2) Authorize staff to advertise for bids;
and 3) Authorize the City Administrative Officer to award the contract if the lowest
responsible bid is within the engineer's estimate of $760,367; motion carried 5:0.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. CONSIDERATION OF A LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT MAP WITH EXCEPTIONS TO THE
SUBDIVISION REGULATIONS, 378 GRAND AVENUE (LLA 172 -03).
Community Development Director Mandeville presented the staff report.
Mayor Romero opened the public hearing.
Garth Kornreich, applicant's representative, spoke in support of the staff recommendation
and noted the need for the exception. He described the merits of the project and the potential
for providing an additional housing opportunity.
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Margaret Sigerson, property owner immediately adjacent to the applicant, summarized
opposition to the lot line adjustment, as outlined in written correspondence on file in the
Office of the City Clerk
Mary Beth Schroeder, San Luis Obispo, concurred with Ms. Sigerson.
Mayor Romero closed the public hearing.
Individual Council comments were favorable.
ACTION: Moved by SettlelEwan to adopt Resolution No. 9522 (2004 Series)
approving a lot line adjustment, with exceptions to the Subdivision Regulations,
based of findings and subject to conditions; motion carried 5:0.
BUSINESS ITEM
2. REPORT ON THE ROLE OF THE CITY BIOLOGIST IN THE NATURAL RESOURCES
PROGRAM.
presented a status report on projects and activities of the City Biologist in
the Natural Resources Program. There were no public comments.
ACTION: Report received.
Mayor Romero called a recess at 8.27 p.m. The meeting resumed at 8.42 p.m.
3.
PUBLIC HEARINGS, CONTINUED
THE 2004 COUNCIL HEARING DRAFT HOUSING ELEMENT (GPA 33 -02),
Continued from the meeting of January 29 2004.
Mayor Romero provided introductory comments. Brief debate ensued about the
appropriateness of inviting the Planning Commission Chair to sit at the staff table. A
majority of the Council agreed that it was appropriate and invited him to comment.
Planning Commission Chairperson Osborne highlighted controversial policies as outlined
in his written communication to the Council (on file in the Office of the City Clerk).
Associate Planner Hook and Deputy Director Community Development Draze presented
additional information to clarify Figure 1: Downtown Housing Conservation Area, provided
"real- world" examples of applications of Table 2A: Inclusionary Housing Requirement
Adjustment Factor (Rancho Obispo and Tract 2353 in the Margarita Area Expansion Area),
and summarized major conclusions of the draft analysis of the Affordable Housing
Requirements incorporated into the Draft Housing Element, prepared by Mundie and
Associates.
Vice Mayor Schwartz asked Planning Commission Chairperson Osborne if the Planning
Commission gave consideration to buildings in the downtown that lie within the 100 year
flood plain in terms of their usage for housing. Planning Commission Chairperson Osborne
indicated that they did not. Vice Mayor Schwartz urged his Council colleagues to consider
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an appropriate balance between the need for housing in the downtown and the potential for
flooding.
Mayor Romero opened the public hearing.
Jeanne Kinny, San Luis Obispo, supports the recommendations as presented.
Patricia Wilmore, SLO Chamber of Commerce, referenced the Chamber's letter (on file in the
Office of the City Clerk) in support of adopting the Housing Element as recommended by the
Task Force and Planning Commisison.
Phil Gray. San Luis Obispo, objected to recommendations about inclusionary housing
requirements outlined in Tables 2 and 2A (see communication on file in the Office of the City
Clerk).
Jan Howell Marx, San Luis Obispo, summarized correspondence submitted, but not yet
endorsed, by the Sierra Club offering 10 things to save the Housing Element (on file in the
Office of the City Clerk).
Mary Beth Schroeder, San Luis Obispo, criticized staff.
Sandra Rowley, Vice Chair of Residents for Quality Neighborhoods, commented that Cal Poly
has contributed to the housing problem in San Luis Obispo because of the lack of on- campus
student housing. She spoke in favor of recommendations presented by RON which would
help preseve established neighborhoods. Additionally, she noted that she concurs with the
ideas presented by Jan Howell Marx.
Lisa Smith. San Luis Obispo, noted that the lack of housing is a county-wide issue and
encouraged the Council to rely on the careful considerations of the Task Force and Planning
Commission.
Wes Bur San Luis Obispo, apololgized for misidentifying the Police and Fire Depts and
clarified goals established by a local housing coalition that supports affordable work force
housing for police officers, firefighters, teachers and nurses (see communication on file in the
Office of the City Clerk).
Sal Orlando. San Luis Obispo, spoke in support of the recommendations presented and
applauded the work of the Planning Commission and Task Force.
Steve Barasch, San Luis Obispo, (representing the SLO Property Owners Association and
member of the Task Force) spoke in support of the recommendations, as presented, with an
emphasis on proposals to provide more incentives to builders and increasing density, where
appropriate.
Brett Cross, San Luis Obispo, argued that there has not been enough research done about the
impacts of imposing proposed inclusionary housing requirements. He issued surprise to
learn from staff this evening that there is a draft analysis.
Biz Steinberg, Director of the Economic Opportunity Commission and member of the Task
Force, urged the Council to look at ways to provide single room occupancy units and increase
the number of multi - family rentals.
Steve Delmartini. San Luis Obispo, criticized suggestions made by Jan Howell Marx on behalf
of the Sierra Club. He encouraged the Council to look at the potential for rezoning for higher
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density, where appropriate, and spoke to the merits of Section 6.3.3 as it relates to parking in
the downtown core.
End of public comments.
Council continued the page by page review of the draft beginning with program 4.3.
Suggestions were made to modify various sections.
A majority of the Council agreed to amend:
Goal 6.1 and Section 6.2.1.
Staff was directed to return with:
A new program statement in Goal 6 (Housing Production) regarding incentives
relating to building heights in the downtown core.
Additional analysis of Section 6.3.1
The item was continued to February 24, 2004.
COMMUNICATIONS
Council Member Settle proposed that Council consider meeting on Monday, March 1, 2004
instead of Tuesday, March 2, 2004 in light of the State Primary Election to be held on that
same day. Council agreed to move the meeting.
Council Member Mulholland asked staff to provide a report to the Council regarding issues
raised by Gary Fowler during public comment.
COUNCIL LIAISON REPORTS
Council Member Mulholland reported on the January 21st City/University Luncheon.
Vice Mayor Schwartz reported that state budget cuts for transportation programs will be
discussed at the February a SLOCOG meeting. Impacts to local and regional projects are
expected. He added that the Santa Barbara Street widening project may be delayed for one
year.
Council Member Ewan reported on the Air Pollution Control District meeting last week.
There being no further business to come before the City Council, Mayor Romero adjourned
the meeting at 11:15 p.m. to Tuesday, February 10, 2004 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber,
990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo.
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Lee Price, :M.C.
City Clerk
APPROVED BY COUNCIL: 2/17 /2004
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