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MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO
TUESDAY, MAY 17, 2005 - 4:00 P.M.
COUNCIL CHAMBER, 990 PALM STREET
SAN LUIS OBISPO, CALIFORNIA
ROLL CALL:
Council Members
Present: Council Members Paul Brown, Christine Mulholland, Allen K. Settle,
Vice Mayor John Ewan and Mayor Dave Romero
City Staff:
Present: Ken Hampian, City Administrative Officer; Jonathan Lowell, City
Attorney; Audrey Hooper, 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; Jay Walter, Public Works Director; Mike Draze, Deputy
Director of Community Development, Jeff Hook, Associate Planner;
Mike McGuire, Assistant Engineer; Michael Codron, Associate
Planner; Karen Jenny, Risk Manager; Austin O'Dell, Transit Manager;
Viv Dilts, Administrative Analyst; Jim Tringham, Fire Marshal
4:00 P.M.
1.
STUDY SESSION
Community Development Director Mandeville commenced the presentation. He introduced
Paul Hood, LAFCO Executive Director, and David Church, LAFCO Analyst.
Associate Planner Hook discussed the efforts undertaken thus far related to the Sphere of
Influence update and reviewed the CAO recommendation.
Mr. Hood discussed LAFCO Commission membership, the requirement to conduct the
Sphere of Influence update, terms and definitions used by LAFCO, and the Sphere of
Influence process.
Mr. Church displayed a map comparing the existing City boundary/limits with the existing
Sphere of Influence boundaries, reviewed possible areas of study and displayed a map
highlighting the possible study area.
Mr. Hood reviewed the proposed Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) and the process
involved in developing it.
LAFCO representatives and staff responded to Council's questions.
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Mike Draze, Deputy Director of Community Development, said staff is proposing that the
following language be added to Exhibit B, Development Standards and Zoning 1
Requirements, item 2, Impact Mitigation:
"In evaluating any development, the agency considering approval (City or
County) should rely solely on the developer's ability to obtain proof of the
availability of required services for that development. Neither the City nor
the County shall mitigate impacts on services using the other jurisdictions
service capability as justification for approval, without prior written
agreement."
Public Comments
None.
—end of public comments—
Mayor Romero displayed a more inclusive sphere of influence map that he believed should
be taken into consideration.
Council Members Settle and Brown spoke in support of the CAD recommendation,
including the proposed language referenced above. They agreed that Mayor Romero's
proposed map should be a point of reference for further discussion with LAFCO and the
Planning Commission.
Vice Mayor Ewan and Council Member Mulholland expressed concern that the Sphere of
Influence definition includes potential services to areas within the Sphere and indicated
that the focus needs to be narrower than what is proposed by the Mayor.
Discussion ensued during which Council members expanded on their positions and
questions were addressed by staff and LAFCO representatives.
ACTION: Moved by Settle/Brown to 1. Review and endorse the proposed approach
to the update, with Mayor Romero's proposed map as a point of reference for
further discussion with LAFCO and the Planning Commission; 2. Endorse the Draft
Memorandum of Agreement regarding urban services with the addition of language
to Item 2, Impact Mitigation, of the Development Standards and Zoning
Requirements (Exhibit B); and, 3. Refer the item to the Planning Commission for
consideration and a recommendation; motion carried 3:2 (Mulholland/Ewan
opposed).
BUSINESS ITEM
2. 919 PALM STREET PROJECT.
Public Works Director Walter commenced the presentation by giving a background of the
919 Palm Street project, explaining the need for the expanded space, and reviewing the
original project budget, the proposed project budget and the major cost differences.
Assistant Engineer McGuire circulated samples of sustainable or "green" design products
that will be used in the project. He discussed the concept of sustainable design, the
sustainable features included in the project, other tenant improvements and aspects of the
project, including value engineering, office systems furnishings, and the project schedule.
He and Finance Director Statler responded to Council's questions.
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Public Comments
None.
—end of public comments—
Council discussion ensued related to the original project budget and cost overrides, the
benefits of using recycled materials and the use of LEED as a check -off list, and the
importance of co- locating the Community Development and Public Works Departments. It
was noted that it is important that, in the future, designers do the "value engineering" at the
beginning of the project. Additionally, Council Member Mulholland expressed concern
about separating the City Clerk's and CAD's offices.
ACTION: Moved by Ewan/Settle to 1. Approve a revised project budget for the 919
Palm Parking/Offices project of $17,354,000 funded as outlined in the Council
Agenda Report. 2. Approve the plans and specifications for Tenant Improvements
at 919 Palm, Specification No. 90323 and authorize the City Administrative Officer to
award the contract if within the project budget of $1.4 million. 3. Approve the sole
source purchase for office systems furnishings at 919 Palm from California
Business Furnishings and authorize the City Administrative Officer to award the
contract if the purchase is within the project budget of $525,000.4. Authorize the
City Administrative Officer to issue an RFP and award a contract for Construction
Management Services for 919 Palm if the contract is within the project budget of
$30,000; motion carried 4:1. (Mulholland opposed).
CLOSED SESSION
City Attorney Lowell announced the following Closed Session topic, to which Council will
adjourn at 6:45 following a dinner recess. He indicated that Council Member Settle will
recuse himself from the Closed Session because he owns property on Oceannaire.
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – Existing Litigation
Pursuant to Government Code § 54956.9
CITIZENS FOR PLANNING RESPONSIBLY v. CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO, CITY
COUNCIL of the CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO and SAN LUIS OBISPO
MARKETPLACE ASSOCIATES, LLC, etc. et al.
San Luis Obispo County Superior Court Case No: CV 040519
City Attorney Lowell reported that the Closed Session was held and that Council Member
Settle recused himself. Council considered a settlement proposal; however, Council
declined to accept the offer by a 3:1:1 vote (Mulholland opposed; Settle absent). No further
action was taken during the Closed Session.
Council Member Settle returned to the meeting following the Closed Session.
At this time, at the request of Council Member Mulholland, Council concurred to pull items
C2 and C3 from the Agenda and to hear item 7 prior to item S.
Mayor Romero presented a proclamation to Public Works Director Walter and Utilities Director
Moss for National Public Works Week.
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PUBLIC COMMENT
Jess Norris. San Luis Obispo, spoke on the issue of traffic planning. He supported the
location of the "stop bar" at Marsh and Santa Rosa and suggested that one should also be
installed at Johnson and San Luis Drive. He identified traffic problems at Garfield and
Monterey. He circulated copies of photographs supporting his comments. He suggested that
this matter should be brought back as an agenda item.
Mayor Romero indicated that staff will investigate this matter.
John Alton, San Luis Obispo, discussed concerns related to the Bill Roalman Bicycle
Boulevard. He suggested that the stop signs on Morro Street should be changed and that the
light on Santa Barbara should be fixed. He also expressed concern about the removal of the
bike lane on Santa Barbara.
CAD Hampian explained that the second phase of the Bicycle Boulevard will be among the
budget considerations. In addition, staff is investigating the light on Santa Barbara. He
clarified that the termination of the bike lane on Santa Barbara was intentional and was meant
to direct cyclists to the Bicycle Boulevard.
Jeff Hansen, representing Academic SOUND (a CalPoly student group), spoke in opposition to
the triple fines. He suggested that the fines are unfair because they are the same for all
groups. He also suggested that Council Member Brown's participation in this matter is a
conflict of interest and asked that Council meet with Academic SOUND to address this matter.
Terry Mohan. San Luis Obispo, suggested that statistical information does not support the
traffic signal at Pacific and Broad and that it was not needed. He supported, however, the new
signal arms on Higuera, as well as lighted sidewalks. He asked that the abandoned vehicle at
the end of McMillan be removed.
Sifu Kelvin Harrison, San Luis Obispo, reiterated his continuing concerns related to personal
harrassment.
Gary Fowler, San Luis Obispo, agreed with Mr. Norris' comments regarding Garfield and
Monterey. He also agreed with Mr. Hansen regarding the triple fines and suggested the Police
should enforce it on downtown businesses.
CONSENT AGENDA
Items C2 and C3 were pulled for discussion. In addition, at the request of Council Member
Mulholland, Council concurred to reorder the Agenda to consider item 7 prior to item 5.
ACTION: Moved by Settle/Ewan to approve the Consent Agenda, with the exception of
items C2 and C3, as recommended by the City Administrative Officer; motion carried
5:0.
C1. APPROVE MINUTES OF TUESDAY, MAY 3.2005, REGULAR MEETING.
ACTION: Moved by Settle/Ewan to waive oral reading and approve as amended per
memorandums from the City Clerk (on file in the City Clerk's office): motion carried
5:0. 1
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Item C2 was pulled for public comment and discussion.
C2. RESOLUTION DECLARING THE RESULTS OF THE SPECIAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION
HELD TUESDAY, APRIL 26.2005.
Mila Vuiovich -La Barre. San Luis Obispo, asked that Council work with those people who
have come forward since the Marketplace vote and listen to what they said via the election.
Eugene Jud. San Luis Obispo, asked that representatives from Save SLO and CPR (Citizens
for Planning Responsibly) meet with Council to discuss.
Jan Marx, San Luis Obispo, concurred with the certification of the results, discussed her
thoughts on what the election meant to the City and asked that Council include language
contained in her letter to Council dated today (on file in the City Clerk's office) in the Land
Use Element under Community Values (the list of past "City votes ").
Michael Sullivan, San Luis Obispo, concurred and suggested that the election was a result
of Council's failure to deal with General Plan deficiencies and Environmental Impact Report
failures.
ACTION: Moved by Mulholland/Ewan to adopt Resolution No. 9678 (2005 Series)
declaring the results of the Tuesday, April 26, 2005 Special Municipal Election;
motion carried 4:0:1, Settle absent.
Item C3 was pulled for public comment and discussion.
C3. ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION DECERTIFYING THE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
REPORT (EIR) AND RESCINDING THE USE PERMIT FOR THE MARKETPLACE
DEVELOPMENT PROJECT.
Eugene Jud. San Luis Obispo, suggested that the EIR was weak and the General Plan was
violated.
Jana Zimmer. Attorney, discussed the reasons why she does not believe decertification of
the EIR is legal. She suggested that this action could result in a lawsuit by the developer
and create future confusion. She noted that the resolution does not address how the EIR is
flawed. She also suggested that this action will create vulnerability under the Brown Act
because there is no paper trail placing this matter on the Agenda.
Council Member Mulholland opposed the decertification, indicating that she thinks a
judicial determination is necessary to avoid future mistakes.
In response to Vice Mayor Ewan, City Attorney Lowell explained that the proposed action
reflects the will of the people. He said that while CEQA does not authorize de- certification,
as this is a charter City, Council has the authority under the State Constitution (charter city
and police power provisions) to take this action. De- certification would prevent the EIR
from being used for development in the County. He pointed out that under CEQA, the City
can't recertify the EIR without following all CEQA processes.
ACTION: Moved by Brown/Ewan to adopt Resolution No. 9679 (2005 Series) de-
certifying the environmental impact report and rescinding the use permit for the
proposed Marketplace development project; motion carried 3:1:1 (Mulholland
opposed, Settle absent).
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C4. AGREEMENT WITH HDR FOR UTILITY BILLING STUDY SERVICES.
ACTION: Moved by Settle/Ewan to 1. Approve contracting with HDR Engineering,
Inc./Economic and Engineering Services, Inc., in association with Langham
Consulting Services, in the amount of $74,631, for financial and engineering
services to evaluate the City's water and sewer rate policies and structures, and
options for remote meter reading systems and utility billing software support; and,
2. Authorize the Mayor to execute the agreement; motion carried 5:0.
C5. REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS FOR RIGHT OF WAY ACQUISITION SERVICES.
ACTION: Moved by Settle/Ewan to 1. Approve the Request for Qualifications for
Right of Way Acquisition Services. 2. Authorize the City Administrative Officer to
execute an agreement with the top selected consultants, and purchase orders up to
$100,000 for individual right of way service contracts; motion carried 5:0.
C6. MODIFICATION OF 2005 LEGISLATIVE ACTION PLATFORM.
ACTION: Moved by SettlelEwan to adopt Resolution No. 9680 (2005 Series)
amending the Legislative Action Platform for 2005 to make a minor modification to
language related to biosolids and to add a position related to load charges that was
inadvertently omitted; motion carried 5:0.
C7. UPDATE ON THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY
REGIONAL AIRPORT LAND USE PLAN.
ACTION: Moved by SettlelEwan to 1. Direct staff to continue to work with the Airport
Land Use Commission to insure that proposed amendments to the Airport Land Use
Plan are approved as drafted. 2. Direct staff to recommend to the Planning
Commission a Land Use Element amendment to add policy support for the Airport
Compatible Open Space plan into the General Plan. 3. Direct staff to recommend to
the Planning Commission minor amendments to the Zoning Regulations to update
existing language and to implement requirements of the Airport Land Use Plan. 4.
Direct staff and the Planning Commission to consider the establishment of an
Airport Review (AR) overlay zone for those areas of the City subject to the
requirements of the Airport Land Use Plan; motion carried 5:0.
C8. RESOLUTION REGARDING DESIGNATION OF VEHICLE ABATEMENT HEARING
OFFICER.
ACTION: Moved by Settle/Ewan to adopt Resolution No. 9681 (2005 Series)
designating the City Administrative Officer or his/her designee as hearing officer for
hearings requested on public nuisance vehicle abatement notices pursuant to
Municipal Code Section 10.68; motion carried 5:0.
C9.
ACTION: Moved by Settle/Ewan to approve an amendment to modify Section V of
the bylaws of the JUC to change the meeting location from the San Luis Obispo
Parks & Recreation Department to Ludwick Community Center; motion carried 5:0.
C10. AREAS STREET RECONSTRUCTION AND RESURFACING PROJECT
SPECIFICATION NO. 90481, PROJECT AWARD.
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ACTION: Moved by Settle/Ewan to 1. Approve the award to and execute a contract
with Granite Construction in the amount of $922,624 for the Street Reconstruction
and Resurfacing Project, Specification No. 90481. 2. Use $150,000 of the funds
proposed for street reconstruction in 2005 -06 to fully fund this contract; motion
carried 5:0.
C11. ADOPTION OF THE LATEST EDITION OF THE ELECTRICAL CODE.
ACTION: Moved by Settle/Ewan to adopt Ordinance No. 1470 (2005 Series)
amending Sections 15.02.010 and 15.04.80 of the San Luis Obispo Municipal Code
to adopt the California Electrical Code, 2004 edition, and continue the previously
established amendment to the City's electrical regulations; motion carried 5:0.
C12. 2005 TRANSPORTATION GRANT SUBMITTALS.
ACTION: Moved by Settle/Ewan to adopt Resolution No. 9682 (2005 Series)
authorizing the submittal of various grants for transportation purposes; motion
carried 5:0.
C13. CANCELLATION OF THE AUGUST 2.2005 REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING.
ACTION: Moved by Settle/Ewan to cancel the Regular City Council Meeting of
Tuesday, August 2, 2005, and confirm special meeting dates to review the Airport
Area Specific Plan; motion carried 5:0.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
3. RESOLUTION OF INTENTION AND INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCE TO PROVIDE
PRE - RETIREMENT OPTIONAL SETTLEMENT 2 DEATH BENEFIT FOR
MISCELLANEOUS AND POLICE SAFETY EMPLOYEES.
Risk Manager Jenny presented the staff report and responded to questions raised by
Council Member Mulholland related to funding of this benefit.
Mayor Romero opened the public hearing. Hearing no comments, Mayor Romero closed
the public hearing.
ACTION: Moved by Ewan/Settle to adopt Resolution No.-9683 (2005 Series) of
intention and introduce Ordinance No. 1471 (2005 Series) to print approving an
amendment to the contract between the Board of Administration of PERS and the
City of San Luis Obispo to provide the Pre - Retirement Optional Settlement 2 Death
Benefit for miscellaneous and police safety employees; motion carried 5:0.
4. CULTURAL HERITAGE COMMITTEE REVIEW FEES.
Finance Director Statler presented the agenda report.
Mayor Romero opened the public hearing.
Astrid Gallagher. San Luis Obispo, read an e-mail from Devin Gallagher who disagreed with
the proposal, but indicated that she would support fees to eliminate "superfluous
applications." Astrid Gallagher concurred with the comments in the e-mail, and discussed
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fees that she suggested should be increased. (Devin Gallagher's e-mail and Astrid
Gallagher's comments are on file in the City Clerk's office.)
Patricia Wilmore, representing the Chamber of Commerce, discussed the Chamber's
opposition to the fee (see letter on file in the City Clerk's office). She suggested that the
process be streamlined and that more decisions be made at the staff level as a means of
reducing costs and moving projects forward more quickly.
Steve Barasch, San Luis Obispo, representing SLO Property Owners Association, expressed
concern regarding the flat rate approach and suggested that there may be a way to adjust the
fee to make it commensorate with the required review.
Mayor Romero closed the public hearing.
Council discussion ensued, during which staff responded to questions.
Mayor Romero opposed the fee because he thinks the City and community are driving the
costs, not the applicants, and are the ones deriving the benefits.
Council Member Brown opposed the fee because he thought that the amount gained by
setting the fee is offset by the message being sent to the public.
ACTION: Moved by Mulholland/Ewan to adopt a resolution amending the City's
master fee schedule to establish fees for development applications and other
proposals requiring review by the Cultural Heritage Committee; motion failed 2:3
(Brown, Settle, Romero opposed).
Because no speaker cards were presented for Item 7, Council concurred not to reorder the
Agenda at this time.
5. MULTI - DWELLING RENTAL PROPERTY INSPECTION PROGRAM.
Fire Chief Knabe. Finance Director Statler and Fire Marshal Tringham presented the agenda
report. Throughout the presentation, staff responded to Council's questions.
Mayor Romero opened the public hearing.
The following speakers opposed the proposed inspection program. Their comments
included, in part, that they did not think annual inspections are required, that there have
been few complaints, that licensed architects and engineers are authorized to do
inspections, that the proposed fees are out of proportion to the services rendered, that the
program will impact housing affordability, that larger complexes have on -site managers and
their own quarterly inspections, and that insurance companies also conduct inspections.
Steve Barasch, representing the SLO Property Owners Association
Leslie Halls, President of SLO Property Owners Association
Patricia Wilmore representing the Chamber of Commerce (see letter on file in the City
Clerk's office)
D. Gregg Doyle, San Luis Obispo
Gary Fowler, San Luis Obispo
Mike Holt, representing the majority of large complexes
Pat Dempsey, San Luis Obispo
Grace Dempsey, San Luis Obispo
George Movlan, representing the Housing Authority
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Steve Delmartini, representing SLO Realtors
Mayor Romero closed the public hearing.
Chief Knabe, Fire Marshal Tringham, Finance Director Statler and CAD Hampian responded
to questions raised during the public hearing and by Council.
Council recessed from 10:06 until 10:16 p.m. and reconvened with all members present.
Council discussion ensued regarding the program scope and whether to pursue the basic
program or an enhanced program.
Vice Mayor Ewan clarified that he does not view this as an enhanced program, but one that
will meet legal requirements.
Discussion ensued regarding the cost recovery option.
ACTION: Moved by Brown/Ewan to 1. Approve an enhanced property inspection
program to meet annual state mandated fire and life safety inspections for all multi-
dwelling rental properties containing three or more dwelling units, not including
single family residences. This includes authorization to: a. Convert a contract Fire
Inspector position to a regular position. b. Establish a new full -time regular
Administrative Assistant position. c. Appropriate $17,000 to purchase one new
vehicle for field inspections. 2. Adopt Resolution No. 9684 (2005 Series)
establishing 94% of cost - recovery fees for state - mandated fire and life -safety
inspections (Alternative 1). 3. Introduce Ordinance No. 1472 12005 Series) adding
' Chapter 3.50 to the Municipal Code authorizing the collection of inspection fees via
the secured property tax roll; motion carried 4:1 (Settle opposed).
BUSINESS ITEMS
Council concurred with CAD Hampian's suggestion to continue item 7, Results of Revenue
Ballot Measure Feasibility Analysis, to the adjourned regular meeting of May 26"', with a 6:00
p.m. start time, and item 8, 2004 Annual General Plan Annual Report, to the regular meeting of
June 7.
6. SAN LUIS OBISPO TRANSIT 2005 SERVICE REFINEMENTS.
Deputy Director of Public Works Bochum and Transit Manager O'Dell presented the staff
report and responded to questions throughout the presentation.
Public Comments
Jean Knox, Mass Transporation Committee (MTC), clarified the reasons for the MTC
recommendations that are not supported by staff and said she would like the City to continue
with the Short Range Transit Plan.
D. Gregg Doyle. MTC, explained why he is dissatisfied with the process and that he was not
aware that staff was opposing the MTC's recommendations. He said that the MTC is
attempted to generate new riders and to keep the buses running in the most cost - effective
way possible. He pointed out the importance of capturing Cal Poly ridership before the
parking structures are lost. He urged the the MTC's recommendations be adopted, but said
that the Route 2 extension was not to be a study but would actually implement the change.
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Alex Tsui!, Cal Poly student, suggested that the increased numbers in ridership may be due to
the recent closure of the CalPoly parking lots. He noted that Bus 4 is too full in the mornings.
Andrew Carter, San Luis Obispo, expressed concern regarding the apparent conflict between
staff and the MTC. He suggested that the proposed holiday service for Routes 6a and 6b
would result in no service.
At the request of Council Member Mulholland, Ms Knox explained why she disagreed with
comments by Mr. Doyle, and said that the the MTC recommendation was to study the
feasibility of creating a new Route 2, not directing that it be created.
During the ensuing discussion, staff responded to some of the concerns raised and clarified
the CAD recommendation.
—end of public comments—
MASS TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE (MTC) ACTION: 1. Adopt a resolution
making several refinements to San Luis Obispo Transit services, including
adjustments to headways, holiday schedules, and Sunday trolley hours, as outlined
In the staff report. 2. Direct staff to study the feasibility of creating a new Route 2 by
extending the current Route 2.from the City /County Library (not the Downtown
Transit Center) to Foothill Road at Broad Street, and increase headways from forty
minutes to sixty minutes. Implement changes by July 1, 2005. 3. Direct staff to
study the feasibility of eliminating the north segment (Highland) of Route 1, and
create a new Route 6c.
CAD ACTION: Moved by Settle/Ewan to adopt the MTC recommendations,
Resolution No. 9685 (2005 Series), with some changes to proposed holiday
schedule adjustments, and to the timing for completing the studies recommended
under MTC recommendation #2 and #3, as explained in the report; motion carried
5:0.
7. RESULTS OF REVENUE.BALLOT MEASURE FEASIBILITY ANALYSIS.
This Item was continued to the adjourned regular meeting of May 26th, with a 6:00 p.m. start
time.
8. 2004 GENERAL PLAN ANNUAL REPORT.
This item was continued to the regular meeting of June 7th.
COUNCIL LIAISON REPORTS
Council Member Mulholland reported on her attendance at the County Water Resources
Advisory Committee meeting on May 4`". She also reported on her attendance at the
Integrated Waste Management Authority meeting on May 11"'. She attended the Mass
Transportation Committee meeting on the same day.
Council Member Brown reported on his attendance last week at the League of California
Cities' Legislative Action Days. He noted that there was a discussion regarding SB 337, the
Student Riot Bill, which died in Committee.
Mayor Romero added that there is action moving forward on the consistent interpretation of
Title 5, which would enable the sanctioning of students for off - campus actions.
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Council Member Settle will be attending the upcoming LAFCO meeting.
Mayor Romero displayed a plaque the City received from Big Brothers and Big Sisters at their
awards ceremony last week. He also reported on his attendance at the April 28th meeting of
the Nacimiento Project Commission and the May 4"' meeting of the San Luis Obispo Regional
Transporation Authority (SLORTA). He said that after 18 months, the Army Corps of
Engineers is finally reviewing the Zone 9 Waterways Management Plan.
Council Member Mulholland referred to a memorandum related to the Human Relations
Commission's request that Council agendize the issue of AB 19, the Religious Freedom and
Civil Marriage Protection Act for discussion. She asked for Council concurrence.
A brief discussion ensued during which Council Member Mulholland and Vice Mayor Ewan
supported placing AB 19 on an upcoming Agenda. However, the other Council Members
declined to do so at this time.
Council Member Mulholland asked, and Vice Mayor Ewan and Council Member Settle
concurred, that Jan Marx's request to add language to the General Plan Land Use Element,
Community Values, regarding the April election be referred to staff to be included in the next
General Plan update.
There being no further business to come before the City Council, Mayor Romero adjourned
the meeting at 11:50 p.m. to an adjourned regular meeting to be held at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday
May 26, 2005, and an adjourned regular meeting to be held at 7:00 p.m. on May 31, 2005, in the
Council Chamber, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo.
APPROVED BY COUNCIL: 6/7/2005
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Audrey Hoope
City Clerk