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Council Minutes
City Hall, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo
Tuesday, June 2, 2015
Regular and Special Meetings of the City Council
CALL TO ORDER
A Special Meeting of the San Luis Obispo City Council was called to order on Tuesday, June 2,
2015 at 4:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers, located at 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo,
California, by Mayor Marx.
ROLL CALL
Council Members
Present: Council Members Dan Carpenter, Carlyn Christianson, Dan Rivoire, Vice Mayor
John Ashbaugh, and Mayor Jan Marx.
Council Members
Absent: None
City Staff
Present: Katie Lichtig, City Manager; Christine Dietrick, City Attorney; Michael Codron,
Assistant City Manager; and Anthony Mejia, City Clerk; were present at Roll
Call. Other staff members presented reports or responded to questions as indicated
in the minutes.
PUBLIC HEARING
PHI. CONSIDERATION AN ORDINANCE REGULATING EXPANDED
POLYSTYRENE FOOD CONTAINERS AND PRODUCTS - ORDINANCE
INTRODUCTION
Community Development Deputy Director Murry and Special Projects Manager
Hermann narrated a PowerPoint presentation entitled "Expanded Polystyrene Food
Containers and Products" and responded to Council inquiries.
Nancy Webb. Cayucos, voiced support for the proposed ordinance; spoke about the
expanded polystyrene (EPS) problem on the beach and urged support for a county -wide
ban.
Noe Nino de Rivera, spoke in opposition of the proposed ordinance; voiced concern
regarding rising overhead costs for restaurants; opined that the ordinance will infringe on
already low profit margins for restaurants.
Brad Snook, Surfrider Foundation, voiced support for the proposed ordinance, noting that
EPS is a threat to the marine environment and a hazard to human health and safety.
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Berry Rands, San Luis Obispo, opined that EPS producers are not being responsible for
clean -up of this pollutant; noted that the ordinance is a solution to help stop the continued
use of EPS.
Laura Tremblay, San Luis Obispo, urged Council support for the proposed ordinance;
noted that many restaurants have already moved toward compostable containers.
Joe Morris, The Green Team of Unitarian Universalist Fellowship Church of San Luis
Obispo County, San Luis Obispo, suggested eliminating the hardship provision in the
proposed ordinance; opined that no one has a right to distribute hazardous materials.
Janine Rands, SLO Foam Free, San Luis Obispo, thanked Council and staff for
developing the proposed ordinance; spoke on the negative impacts to marine life and the
environment.
JoGtn Carter, San Luis Obispo County, spoke about her experiences participating in beach
clean -ups, noting that she has witnessed the negative impacts of EPS on marine life and
birds.
Aaron Gomez, San Luis Obispo, spoke in support of the ordinance; stated that EPS is
inexpensive to purchase, but the cost of environmental clean -up is costly.
Judith Bernstein, Arroyo Grande, spoke in favor of the ordinance; recommended that
restaurants explain to their customers that costs have increased due to the elimination of
EPS.
Charlene Rosales, Chamber of Commerce, conveyed support for the proposed ordinance
with the inclusion of the hardship exemption provisions.
Following discussion, MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER CHRISTIANSON,
SECOND BY VICE MAYOR ASHBAUGH, CARRIED 5 -0, to introduce Ordinance No.
1617 (2015 Series) entitled "An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of San Luis
Obispo, California, adding Chapter 8.06 to the San Luis Obispo Municipal Code
regulating expanded polystyrene food containers and products," with the following
revision:
a. Section 8.06.050 to read as "The City Manager or designee, may exempt a Food
Provider from the requirements set forth in section 8.06.020(A) of this ordinance for a
single one -year period upon the Food Provider showing, in writing, that this
ordinance would create an undue hardship or practical difficulty as evidenced by no
alternatives being available or such alternatives are not Affordable. The City Manager
or designee shall put the decision to grant or deny a one -year exemption in writing,
and the decision shall be final."
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BUSINESS ITEM
B1. REVISIONS TO PURCHASING POLICIES AND PROCEDURES - RESOLUTION -
ORDINANCE INTRODUCTION
Assistant City Manager Codron and Principal Analyst David narrated a PowerPoint
presentation entitled "Purchasing System Improvements" and responded to Council
inquiries.
MOTION BY VICE MAYOR ASHBAUGH, SECOND BY COUNCIL MEMBER
CHRISTIANSON, CARRIED 5 -0, to:
1. Adopt Resolution No. 10621 (2015 Series) entitled "A Resolution of the City Council
of the City of San Luis Obispo, California, updating Purchasing Guidelines."
2. Introduce Ordinance No. 1618 (2015 Series) entitled "An Ordinance of the City
Council of the City of San Luis Obispo, California, amending Municipal Code
Chapter 3.24, Article I, to add language to Purchasing Policies governing emergency
purchasing, hiring on -call consultants, and environmentally preferred purchases."
RECESS
Council recessed at 5:18 p.m.
CALL TO ORDER
A Regular Meeting of the San Luis Obispo City Council was called to order on Tuesday, June 2,
2015 at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers, located at 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo,
California, by Mayor Marx.
ROLL CALL
Council Members
Present: Council Members Dan Carpenter, Carlyn Christianson, Dan Rivoire, Vice Mayor
John Ashbaugh, and Mayor Jan Marx.
Council Members
Absent: None
City Staff
Present: Katie Lichtig, City Manager; Christine Dietrick, City Attorney; Michael Codron,
Assistant City Manager; and Anthony Mejia, City Clerk; were present at Roll
Call. Other staff members presented reports or responded to questions as indicated
in the minutes.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Council Member Christianson led the Pledge of Allegiance.
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PRESENTATION
P1. MAYOR'S AWARD FOR COMMUNITY SERVICE
Mayor Marx presented the Mayor's Award for Community Service to San Luis Obispo
High School students for completing eighty hours or more of community service.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Michelle Tasseff, San Luis Obispo, suggested that the City create a volunteer code compliance
officer program; noted that Santa Maria is offering Community Emergency Response Team
(CERT) training; suggested that the City reduce or eliminate its fee for CERT training.
Donald Hedrick, San Luis Obispo, displayed a sign labeled "seeks meaningful work "; voiced
concern that chemtrails and geoengineering are worsening drought conditions; stated that the
government needs to inform the citizens of the continuing impacts of the Fukushima disaster.
Todd Juel, Santa Margarita, voiced concern that there is a lack of transparency as it relates to the
termination of Police Chief Gesell; pointed out that the only known fact is that the City Manager
and Police Chief were not in alignment; stated that Police Chief Gesell was working to improve
conditions in the City.
In response to public comment, City Manager Lichtig advised that staff will contact Ms. Tasseff
to discuss the Community Emergency Response Teams (CERT) Program and will evaluate the
possibility of a volunteer code compliance officer program.
CONSENT AGENDA
Meg Gleeson, San Luis Obispo, expressed concerns regarding Item C3; suggested that the
existing community garden at Emerson Park should be expanded; opined that residents privacy
will be compromised if a community garden is installed at Laguna Golf Course.
Donald Hedrick, San Luis Obispo, voiced objection to Item C5; spoke on the experience of a
homeless friend that had a negative encounter with a police officer.
David Bertolette, San Luis Obispo, spoke in opposition to Item C3, opining that the project was
poorly planned and does not have adequate space to accommodate the community garden while
preserving privacy for adjacent neighbors.
Dominic Tartaglia, Downtown Association, spoke in support of Item C4; thanked the City for its
continued partnership of 40 years with the Downtown Association.
Gary Stevenson, Downtown Association Board Member; expressed gratitude for the long -term
partnership between the Downtown Association and the City.
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Victoria Carranza, One Cool Earth Fellow, San Luis Obispo, thanked the Kiwanis Club of San
Luis Obispo for their partnership in creating the community garden at Laguna Golf Course;
stated that the Parks and Recreation Department assisted in finding a suitable location for the
community garden; noted that many neighbors are supportive of the project.
MOTION BY VICE MAYOR ASHBAUGH, SECOND BY COUNCIL MEMBER
CHRISTIANSON, CARRIED 5 -0, to approve Consent Calendar Items C1 thru C12.
C1. WAIVE READING IN FULL OF ALL RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES
MOTION BY VICE MAYOR ASHBAUGH, SECOND BY COUNCIL MEMBER
CHRISTIANSON, CARRIED 5 -0, to waive reading of all resolutions and ordinances as
appropriate.
C2. MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS OF MAY 5 AND MAY 12.201.5
MOTION BY VICE MAYOR ASHBAUGH, SECOND BY COUNCIL MEMBER
CHRISTIANSON, CARRIED 5 -0, to approve the Minutes of the City Council meetings of
May 5 and May 12, 2015.
C3. ACCEPT A DONATION TO PLAN AND CONSTRUCT A COMMUNITY
GARDEN AT THE LAGUNA LAKE GOLF COURSE
MOTION BY VICE MAYOR ASHBAUGH, SECOND BY COUNCIL MEMBER
CHRISTIANSON, CARRIED 5 -0, to:
1. Accept a donation from the Kiwanis Club of San Luis Obispo Morning and One Cool
Earth in the amount of $15,200 to provide funding and in -kind labor to plan and
construct a Community Garden at the Laguna Lake Golf Course.
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute a donation acceptance agreement with the
Kiwanis Club of San Luis Obispo Morning and One Cool Earth for the community
garden donation.
C4. 2015 -17 SAN LUIS OBISPO DOWNTOWN ASSOCIATION AGREEMENT
MOTION BY VICE MAYOR ASHBAUGH, SECOND BY COUNCIL MEMBER
CHRISTIANSON, CARRIED 5 -0, to approve, and authorize the Mayor to execute, a
two -year agreement with the San Luis Obispo Downtown Association for use of funds
collected through the Downtown Parking and Business Improvement Area assessment
with no changes other than the term of the agreement.
C5. JUSTICE AND MENTAL HEALTH COLLABORATION PROGRAM GRANT
MOTION BY VICE MAYOR ASHBAUGH, SECOND BY COUNCIL MEMBER
CHRISTIANSON, CARRIED 5 -0, to authorize the Police Department to participate as a
co -lead in a grant application process with the San Luis Obispo County Behavioral
Health as the lead for a Justice and Mental Health Collaboration Program (JMHCP)
Grant.
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C6. SINSHEIMER POOL RE- PLASTER AND RE -TILE SPECIFICATION NO. 91208
MOTION BY VICE MAYOR ASHBAUGH, SECOND BY COUNCIL MEMBER
CHRISTIANSON, CARRIED 5 -0, to:
1. Approve the plans and specifications for the Sinsheimer Pool Re- Plaster and Re -tile
Project, Specification No. 91208.
2. Authorize staff to advertise for bids, and authorize the City Manager to award the
contract if the lowest responsible bid is within the Engineer's Estimate of $443,000
and the 2015 -16 budget appropriations is approved by Council.
3. Authorize change orders for project acceleration if funding is available, in
conformance with the City's Change Order policy limits.
C7. CONTINUED FIRE DEPARTMENT PARTICIPATION IN REGIONAL
HAZARDOUS MATERIALS RESPONSE TEAM - RESOLUTION
MOTION BY VICE MAYOR ASHBAUGH, SECOND BY COUNCIL MEMBER
CHRISTIANSON, CARRIED 5 -0, to adopt Resolution No. 10622 2015 Series), entitled
"A Resolution of the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo, California, approving
the Amended and Restated San Luis Obispo Regional Hazardous Materials Cooperative
Agreement."
C8. AUTHORIZATION FOR COUNTY COLLECTION OF FIRE AND LIFE SAFETY
INSPECTION FEES - RESOLUTION
MOTION BY VICE MAYOR ASHBAUGH, SECOND BY COUNCIL MEMBER
CHRISTIANSON, CARRIED 5 -0, to adopt Resolution No. 10623 (2015 Series) entitled
"A Resolution of the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo, California, authorizing
the San Luis Obispo Auditor to collect fees for 2015 -16 Fire and Life Safety Inspections
of Multi- Dwelling Properties containing three or more dwelling units on the secured
property tax roll pursuant to California Government Code Section 54988, Et Seq."
C9. WATER RESOURCE RECOVERY FACILITY ENERGY EFFICIENCY PROJECT
BUDGET AMENDMENT
MOTION BY VICE MAYOR ASHBAUGH, SECOND BY COUNCIL MEMBER
CHRISTIANSON, CARRIED 5 -0, to:
1. Approve a budget amendment for the Water Resource Recovery Facility (WRRF)
Energy Project in the amount of $285,000.
2. Approve the transfer of $285,000 from the WRRF completed projects account to the
WRRF Energy Project Capital Improvement Project Account.
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C10. MICROSURFACING 2015, SPECIFICATION NO. 91309
MOTION BY VICE MAYOR ASHBAUGH, SECOND BY COUNCIL MEMBER
CHRISTIANSON, CARRIED 5 -0, to:
1. Approve plans and specifications for the Microsurfacing 2015 Project, Specification
No. 91309.
2. Authorize staff to advertise for bids and authorize the City Manager to award the
contract if the lowest responsible bidder is within the Engineer's Estimate of
$882,000.
C11. CONTINUITY OF FIRE MUTUAL AID REIMBURSEMENT - RESOLUTION
MOTION BY VICE MAYOR ASHBAUGH, SECOND BY COUNCIL MEMBER
CHRISTIANSON, CARRIED 5 -0, to adopt Resolution No. 10624 (2015 Series) entitled
"A Resolution of the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo, California, identifying
the terms and conditions for Fire Department response away from their official duty
station and assigned to an emergency incident."
C12. AUTHORIZATION FOR COLLECTION OF DELINQUENT CODE
ENFORCEMENT FINES - RESOLUTION
MOTION BY VICE MAYOR ASHBAUGH, SECOND BY COUNCIL MEMBER
CHRISTIANSON, CARRIED 5 -0, to adopt Resolution No. 10625 (2015 Series) entitled
"A Resolution of the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo, California, authorizing
the San Luis Obispo County Auditor to assess amounts due on delinquent administrative
fines as special assessments against properties pursuant to California Government Code
Section 53069.4(a)," as amended to remove a property which paid it's fines subsequent to
posting of the agenda.
PUBLIC HEARING
PH2. REVIEW OF AN APPEAL OF THE ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW
COMMISSION'S DECISION TO APPROVE THE DESIGN OF FOUR SINGLE -
FAMILY RESIDENCES AND ASSOCIATED SITE IMPROVEMENTS LOCATED
AT 323 AND 353 GRAND AVENUE - RESOLUTION
Council Member Carpenter and Vice Mayor Ashbaugh advised they met individually
with John Belsher (applicant) and discussed the project, but no information was obtained
that is not already in the record.
Community Development Deputy Director Davidson and Associate Planner Carloni
narrated a PowerPoint presentation entitled "323/353 Grand Avenue ARC 25 -13" and
responded to Council inquiries.
Mayor Marx opened the public hearing.
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Linda 'White, Appellant, Monterey Heights Neighbors, and Katlly Walker, Alta Vista
Neighborhood Association, narrated a PowerPoint presentation entitled "Appeal of
Proposed Project at 323/353 Grand Ave "; requested that Council uphold the appeal and
deny the project as proposed; asserted that the scale and massing of the homes are out of
character with the neighborhood and does not comply with the City's Community Design
Guidelines; pointed out that the subject lots are substandard and should not have been
approved; voiced concern regarding impacts to parking and traffic on Grand Avenue;
opined that the Leroy Court project should not have been used in the lot comparison as it
is not in the immediate vicinity.
John Belsher, Applicant, PB Companies, urged Council to deny the appeal and approve
the project as presented; noted that the Planning Commission and Architectural Review
Commission have approved the project; pointed out that the project complies with all
City regulations, noting that no variances or exceptions are requested; opined that the
project will enhance the neighborhood and is consistent with the City's Community
Design Guidelines; stated that the project will feature a greywater system for
landscaping.
Elizabeth Abrahams, San Luis Obispo, requested that Council uphold the appeal; voiced
concerns that the project will become student housing and will worsen the lack of on-
street parking.
Joseph Abrahams, San Luis Obispo, requested that Council deny the project, citing that it
is out of character with the adjacent single -story residences; pointed out that the
neighborhood already suffers from a lack of parking and the project will worsen the
situation.
Michelle Tasseff, San Luis Obispo, urged Council to deny the appeal and allow the
project to move forward; voiced disappointment that neighbors are opposed to allowing
students to live in the City.
Thom Brajkovich, San Luis Obispo; urged Council to deny the appeal; opined that the
project is in compliance with the Community Design Guidelines; asserted that the City
needs more density to accommodate growth.
Sharon Whitney, San Luis Obispo, recommended that Council not permit this project and
uphold the appeal; voiced objection that long -term residents should be required to accept
this kind of development, noting that neighborhood wellness and stabilization have been
a priority for the City.
Donald Hedrick, San Luis Obispo, opined that the homes are too large for the average
family size; questioned the likelihood that the project will be taken over by a sorority or
fraternity.
John Grady, San Luis Obispo, urged Council to deny the project; opined that the
subdivision should not have been approved by the Planning Commission; voiced
concerns that the project is incompatible with the neighborhood.
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Karen Adler, Alta Vista Neighborhood Association, San Luis Obispo, urged Council to
reduce the size and massing of the project; asserted that the project is incompatible with
the neighborhood; opined that parking and traffic congestion will be worsened by the
project.
Sandra Rowley, Residents for Quality Neighborhoods, San Luis Obispo, urged Council to
uphold the appeal and deny the proposed project; suggested that Council give direction
that the residences be substantially reduced in size; opined that the project will negatively
impact the quiet enjoyment of adjacent properties.
Steven Walker, San Luis Obispo, spoke in opposition to the proposed project, opining
that it will further deteriorate the neighborhood; expressed disappointment that concerned
neighbors are being characterized as complainers.
Mila Vuiovich- LaBarre, San Luis Obispo, recommended that Council uphold the appeal,
noting that the project is not compatible with the neighborhood; voiced concern with
ingress and egress for public safety access.
Steve Barasch, San Luis Obispo, opined that the location of the project is not favorable,
noting that the area already has a parking district; voiced concern that vehicles backing
up to exit the project site may be challenging for some drivers and could result in
accidents.
Steve Delmartini, San Luis Obispo, urged Council to approve the project and deny the
appeal; opined that the project is compatible with the City's Community Design
Guidelines, noting that Council should recognize that all regulations have been abided by.
There being no others desiring to speak on this item, the public hearing was closed.
RECESS
Council recessed at 7:54 p.m. and reconvened at 8:08 p.m., with all Council Members present.
In response to public comment, Community Development Deputy Director Davidson
reiterated that condition number one limits the project to four 4- bedroom residences,
noting that dens are required to be open and adjacent to the common area and are not to
be used as a bedroom; stated that public safety and engineering staff have reviewed
emergency vehicle access to the project site and deemed it adequate.
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During the course of discussion, individual Councilmember(s) expressed opinions
concerning the project. The statements that follow do not necessarily reflect Council
consensus:
• The proposed project is distorting the intent of the zoning code by allowing more
bedrooms in the R -1 Zone (low- density residential) than would be allowed in the R -2
Zone (medium- density residential).
« There is concern with the number of mature trees that would be removed for this project.
« The proposed residences should be smaller in scale and limited to one - story.
• It is likely that dens adjacent to full bathrooms will be converted into bedrooms.
�► The project is in proximity to Cal Poly and it is unlikely that it will impact traffic
during peak hours.
• There is concern that the proposed parking plan is insufficient, noting that the project
is already located in a parking district.
• This project complies with the existing zoning requirements and there are no
variances or exceptions requested by the applicant.
• There is a need for housing in the city and we should support infll development.
• The applicant to been responsive to advisory body recommendations.
• The scale and architecture of the project is compatible with the neighborhood.
• Frontage residences could be reduced in scale, but rear residences should be allowed
to be two - stories.
• It is a bad precedent to allow the demolition of small homes to allow for over -
intensification in established neighborhoods, because it destroys neighborhood
character.
• This neighborhood is probably better off with two -story units rather than allowing
secondary dwelling units.
« The frontage homes should be reoriented to use the internal driveway rather than
fronting Grand Avenue.
• The scale of the homes are out of character with the neighborhood.
• Two -story residences are not compatible with this neighborhood, which is primarily
single story residences.
• Allowing a total of sixteen bedrooms is excessive in comparison with the
neighborhood.
• This project will worsen neighborhood parking conditions and traffic on Grand
Avenue.
• The project's mass and scale is too large for the neighborhoods.
Mayor Marx noted for the record that the resolution finding should reflect the following:
1) the two -story scale and massing of the proposed homes are out of character with the
existing neighborhood, which is mostly one -story residences, therefore inconsistent with
the City's Community Design Guidelines, and 2) the project floor plan layout presents a
high potential for illegal conversion.
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Following discussion, MOTION BY MAYOR MARX, SECOND BY COUNCIL
MEMBER CARPENTER, CARRIED 3 -2 (COUNCIL MEMBER CHRISTIANSON
AND VICE MAYOR ASHBAUGH VOTING NO), to adopt Resolution No. 10626
(2015 Series) entitled "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo,
California, upholding an appeal (filed by Linda White and Karen Adler) of the
Architectural Review Commission's design approval; thereby denying the designs of four
single family residences and associated site improvements, as represented in the staff
report and attachments dated June 2, 2015 (323/353 Grand Avenue, R -1 zone, File No.
25 -13)," with direction that the Architectural Review Commission work with the
developer to reduce the project to single story residences.
PH3. DROUGHT RESPONSE STRATEGY — RESOLUTIONS — ORDINANCE
INTRODUCTION
Utilities Director Mattingly, Utilities Deputy Director Floyd, and Utility Services
Manager Floyd narrated a PowerPoint presentation entitled "Drought Response Strategy"
and responded to Council inquiries.
Jim Aaron, San Luis Obispo, spoke in support of mandating installation of greywater
recycling and rainwater harvesting systems for all new residential developments; noted
that the Cambria Community Services District has made recycled water available to
residents for no charge.
Carol Florence, Oasis Associates, conveyed support for the drought response strategy;
suggested that Council prioritize expansion of the recycled water distribution system and
require new developments to install greywater recycling and rainwater harvesting
systems.
Stephen Peck, Mangano Homes, advised that Mangano Homes uses 100% drought
tolerant plants or artificial turf and high efficient toilets on all new developments.
Donald Hedrick, San Luis Obispo, asserted that the drought is caused by goengineering.
Mila Vujovich- LaBarre, San Luis Obispo, questioned whether a building moratorium
should be established while the City is facing a severe drought; opined that developing
more housing at this time could hasten a water shortage.
John Wallace, San Luis Obispo, conveyed support for the Drought Response Strategy,
with a modification to allow for flexibility in interpreting the groundwater basin
boundaries to include adjacent properties; recommended that residents be given greater
access to reclaimed water and lowering of fees to incentives its use.
Linda Zohns, San Luis Obispo, spoke in support of the recommendation to allow use of
the ground water well; noted that she has previously used the well water for livestock
purposes.
Michael Zohns, San Luis Obispo, spoke in support of the recommendation to allow use of
the Corporation Yard water well; opined that some of his fruit trees have been lost due to
the drought.
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Paul Rys, San Luis Obispo, suggested that the City require installation of recycled water
pipelines as part of all street trenching projects and that a 24 -hour hotline be established
to report water wasters; voiced concern that individuals who irrigate at night may be
unaware of broken sprinkler heads, suggesting that testing be required to check for
leakages.
Charlene Rosales, Chamber of Commerce, acknowledged the City for its leadership in
long -range planning and its efforts to seek new water conservation measures;
recommended the continuance of the 1% growth projection and continuing outreach to
implement new water conservation measures.
In response to public comment, Utilities Director Mattingly and Utilities Services
Manager Munds explained that a building moratorium is not yet necessary as the
available water projections take into account anticipated growth; advised that a 24 -hour
hotline already exist to report water waste.
Following discussion; MOTION BY VICE MAYOR ASHBAUGH, SECOND BY
COUNCIL MEMBER CHRISTIANSON, CARRIED 5 -0, to:
1. Approve the drought response strategy for the City of San Luis Obispo, as outlined in
the Council Agenda Report.
2. Adopt Resolution No. 10627 (2015 Series) entitled "A Resolution of the City Council
of the City of San Luis Obispo, California, declaring a local drought emergency."
3. Adopt Resolution No. 10628 (2015 Series), entitled "A Resolution of the City Council
of the City of San Luis Obispo, California, deferring or requiring alternative
landscape planting during the declared drought emergency."
4. Introduce Ordinance No. 1619 (2015 Series) entitled "An Ordinance of the City
Council of the City of San Luis Obispo, California, amending Section 13.07.030 of
the San Luis Obispo Municipal Code regarding restrictions on outdoor irrigation of
ornamental landscapes or turf with potable water." (This ordinance includes
provisions for a two - day -a -week and time of day restrictions for outdoor watering.)
5. Conceptually approve an incentive program for high efficiency toilets and washing
machines.
6. Adopt Resolution No. 10629 (2015 Series) entitled "A Resolution of the City Council
of the City of San Luis Obispo, California, establishing a permit fee and regulations
for the use of the Corporation Yard non - potable well," with the following revision:
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a. Section 2 to read as "During the City's declared drought emergency, a permit
issued by the City Utilities Department will be required prior to any person
obtaining water from the non - potable groundwater well at the City's Corporation
yard. Water from this well may only be used for nonpotable purposes for properties
within the City of San Luis Obispo or those adjacent to or within the San Luis
Obispo Valley Groundwater Basin as defined in Bulletin 118 issued by the
California Department of Water Resources. Guidelines for the allowable uses of the
water, user eligibility and application procedures consistent with this Resolution
will be developed by the Utilities Director.
The Utilities Director will have the authority to modify the guidelines, user
eligibility and application procedures based on the severity of the drought
conditions. If traffic issues, safety, abuses, or other similar concerns related to the
well occur, the use and operation of the well may be further regulated or shut down
at the discretion of the Utilities Director."
7. Approve the augmentation of the 2015 -16 proposed budget for Utilities Services by
$179,000 for expenditures related to the drought response strategy.
BUSINESS ITEM
B2. APPOINTED OFFICIALS' EVALUATIONS AND COMPENSATION -
RESOLUTION
Human Resources Director Irons reviewed the contents of the Council Agenda Report.
Donald Hedrick, San Luis Obispo, asserted that the City Manager is responsible for
turnover of key employees in the City and questioned whether retention of employees
should be considered in her performance measurements.
Paul Rys, San Luis Obispo, questioned whether a citizen commission is more appropriate
for considering compensation for appointed officials, opining that it is awkward for
Council to review the City Manager and City Attorney.
Kourtney Kaney, San Luis Obispo, stated that this item should have been agendized at
the beginning of the City Council meeting; expressed that the City Manager position is a
short-time game.
MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER CHRISTIANSON, SECOND BY MAYOR
MARX, CARRIED 4 -1 (COUNCIL MEMBER CARPENTER VOTING NO), to:
1. Adopt Resolution No. 10630 2015 Series entitled "A Resolution of the City Council
of the City of San Luis Obispo, California, adjusting compensation for the City
Manager."
2. Adopt Resolution No. 10631 (2015 Series) entitled "A Resolution of the City Council
of the City of San Luis Obispo, California, adjusting compensation for the City
Attorney."
3. Authorize the Mayor to execute amended contracts of employment with the City
Manager and City Attorney.
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LIAISON REPORTS
Council liaison reports were received from Council Member Christianson, Vice Mayor
Ashbaugh, and Mayor Marx.
COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS
None.
ADJOURNMENT
Adjourn to a Special Meeting to be held on June 9, 2015 at 5:00 p.m. in the City Council
Chamber, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, California, for the purpose of reviewing the
preliminary 2015 -17 Financial Plan relative to the General Fund Operating Programs.
A subsequent Special Meeting will be held on June 11, 2015 at 4:00 p.m. in the City Council
Chamber, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, California, for the purpose of reviewing the
preliminary 2015 -17 Financial Plan relative to the Capital Improvement Plan.
The next Regular Meeting will be held on June 16, 2015 at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council
Chamber, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, California. A public hearing will be conducted
regarding the 2015 -17 Financial Plan relative to Enterprise Funds including parking, transit,
water and sewer.
An Adjourned Regular Meeting will be held on June 23, 2015 at 5:00 p.m. in the City Council
Chamber, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, California, for the purpose of considering adoption
of the 2015 -17 Financial Plan. A subsequent meeting may be held on June 30, 2015 at 5:00 p.m.
regarding adoption of the 2015 -17 Financial Plan, if necessary.
APPROVED BY COUNCIL: 07/07/2015