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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda Packet 02/22/2000 AGENDA mi ® ia7e ATASCADERO CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2000 7:00 P.M. City of Atascadero 6500 Palma Avenue, 4th Floor Atascadero, California REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY: 6:30 P.M. CLOSED SESSION: (Immediately following Redevelopment Agency Meeting) 1. Conference with legal counsel [Govt. Code §54956.9] • Existing litigation: City of Atascadero v Atascadero Unified School District REGULAR SESSION, 7:00 P.M.: PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Members of Girl Scout Troops#65, #423, and#618 will present flags and lead the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL: Mayor Johnson Mayor Pro Tem Arrambide Council Member Clay Council Member Luna Council Member Scalise APPROVAL OF AGENDA: Roll Call PRESENTATIONS: 1. Proclamation declaring February 22, 2000 "Girl Scouting's Thinking Day." COMMUNITY FORUM: (This portion of the meeting is reserved for persons wanting to address the Council on any matter not on this agenda and over which the Council has jurisdiction. Speakers are limited to five minutes. Please state your name and address for the record before making your presentation. The Council may take action to direct the staff to place a matter of business on a future agenda.) COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENT AND REPORTS: (On their own initiative, Council Members may make a brief announcement or a brief report on their own activities. Council Members may ask a question for clarification, make a referral to staff or take action to have staff place a matter of business on a future agenda. The Council may take action on items listed on the Agenda.) A. CONSENT CALENDAR: Roll Call (All items on the consent calendar are considered to be routine and non-controversial by City staff and will be approved by one motion if no member of the Council or public wishes to comment or ask questions. If comment or discussion is desired by anyone, the item will be removed from the consent calendar and will be considered in the listed sequence with an opportunity for any member of the public to address the Council concerning the item before action is taken.) 1. City Council Minutes—February 08, 2000 ■ City Clerk recommendation: Council approve the City Council minutes of February 08, 2000 [Marcia McClure Torgerson] 2. Fire Dejartment Fee Schedule ■ Fiscal Impact: No negative fiscal impact. ■ Staff recommendation: Council adopt attached Draft Resolution, rescinding and amending Resolution No. 1999-006. [Fire Department] 3. Revision of Ordinance No. 337 Removal of Vegetative Growth and/or Refuse ■ Fiscal Impact: None ■ Staff recommendation: Council introduce,for first reading by title only, the attached draft Ordinance, amending Section 6-13.05 (Exemptions)as presented. [Fire Department] B. PUBLIC HEARINGS: None C. MANAGEMENT REPORTS: 1. Presentation of Community Telephone Survey Results- by Godbe Research • ■ Fiscal Impact: None ■ Staff recommendation: Council receive and file results. 2 • 2. Reaffirmation of Current General Plan Goals ■ Fiscal Impact: None ■ Staff recommendation: Council adopt attached Draft Resolution, reaffirming the goals of the existing General Plan and directing staff to proceed with updating the General Plan with these goals as a foundation. [Community Development Department] 3. Information Bulletin D. COMMITTEE REPORTS: (The following represent standing committees. Informative status reports will be given, as felt necessary.): 1. S.L.O. Council of Governments/S.L.O. Regional Transit Authority 2. Finance Committee 3. Water Committees: a. SLO County Flood Control & Water Conservation District Water Resources Advisory Committee b. Nacimiento Water Purveyors' contract Technical Advisory Committee C. North County Water forum 4. Integrated Waste Management Authority 5. North County Council 6. Air Pollution Control District 7. County Mayor's Round Table 8. Economic Vitality Corporation, Board of Directors 9. City/ Schools Committee 10. Economic Opportunity Commission 11. SCA-3 Steering Committee E. INDIVIDUAL DETERMINATION AND/OR ACTION: 1. City Council - 2. City Attorney 3. City Clerk 4. City Treasurer F. ADJOURNMENT: THE NEXT CITY COUNCIL REGULAR SESSION IS SCHEDULED ON MARCH 14, 2000, AT 7:00 P.M. Please note: Should anyone challenge any proposed development entitlement listed on this Agenda in court, that person may be limited to raising those issues addressed at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City Council at or prior to this public hearing. 3 City of Atascadero WELCOME TO THE ATASCADERO CITY COUNCIL MEETING GENERAL INFORMATION The City Council meets in regular session on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chamber of City Hall. Matters are considered by the Council in the order of the printed Agenda. Copies of the staff reports or other documentation relating to each item of business referred to on the Agenda are on file in the office of the City Clerk(Room 208), and in the Information Office(Room 103), available for public inspection during City Hall business hours. An agenda packet is also available for public review at the Atascadero Library, 6850 Morro Road. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in a City meeting or other services offered by this City, please contact the City Manager's Office, (805) 461-5010, or the City Clerk's Office, (805)461-5074. Notification at least 48 hours prior to the meeting or time when services are needed will assist the City staff in assuring that reasonable arrangements can be made to provide accessibility to the meeting or service. TO SPEAK ON AGENDA ITEMS Members of the audience may speak on any item on the agenda. The Mayor will identify the subject, staff will give their report, and the Council will ask questions of staff. The Mayor will announce when the public comment period is open and will request anyone interested to address the Council regarding the matter being considered to step up to the podium. If you wish to speak for, against or comment in any way: • You must approach the podium and be recognized by the Mayor • Give your name and address • Make your statement • All comments should be made to the Mayor and Council • All comments limited to 5 minutes(unless changed by the Council) • No one may speak for a second time until everyone wishing to speak has had an opportunity to do so, and no one may speak more than twice on any item. The Mayor will announce when the public comment period is closed, and thereafter, no further public comments will be heard by the Council. TO SPEAK ON SUBJECTS NOT LISTED ON THE AGENDA Under Agenda item, "COMMUNITY FORUM",the Mayor will call for anyone from the audience having business with the Council to: • Please approach the podium and be recognized • Give your name and address • State the nature of your business This is the time items not on the Agenda may be brought to the Council's attention. A maximum of 30 minutes will be allowed for Community Forum(unless changed by the Council). TO HAVE ITEMS PLACED ON AGENDA All business matters to appear on the Agenda must be in the Office of the City Manager ten days preceding the Council meeting. Should you have a matter you wish to bring before the Council, please mail or bring a written communication to the City Manager's office in City Hall prior to the deadline. "Girl Scouting's Thinking Day" February 22, 2000 WHEREAS, the Girl Scouts of the United States of America is dedicated to helping girls cultivate values; social conscience and self- esteem; and WHEREAS, the Girl Scouts living in the City of Atascadero have consistently worked to make their city a better place to live through their many community projects; and WHEREAS, these Girl Scouts share the spirit of Girl Scouting with other Girl Scouts and Girl Guides around the world; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Atascadero City Council, that the City of Atascadero salutes this special relationship as it acknowledges February 22, 2000 as "Girl Scouting's Thinking Day." Ray Johon, ayor City of Atascadero, CA Dated. February 22, 2000 ITEM NUMBER: A-1 DATE: 02/22/2000 • MINUTES ATASCADERO CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 08, 2000 7:00 P.M. REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY: 6:30 P.M. CLOSED SESSION: (Immediately following Redevelopment Agency Meeting) 1. Conference with legal counsel [Govt. Code §54956.9] Existing litigation: City of Atascadero v Kelly Gearhart City Attorney Roy Hanley stated that there was no reportable action taken. REGULAR SESSION, 7:00 P.M.: Mayor Johnson called the meeting to order at 7:07 p.m. and Mayor Pro Tem Arrambide led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL: Present: Council Members Arrambide, Clay, Luna, Scalise and Mayor Johnson Absent: None Others Present: Deputy City Clerk Melanie Whaley and City Treasurer David Graham Staff Present: City Manager Wade McKinney, Assistant City Manager Brady Cherry, City Engineer/Public Works Director Steve Kahn, Fire Chief Mike McCain, Administrative Services Director Rachelle Rickard, Police Chief Dennis Hegwood, Community and Economic Development Director Paul Saldana, and City Attorney Roy Hanley. APPROVAL OF AGENDA: MOTION: By Council Member Luna and seconded by Council Member Scalise to approve the agenda. Motion passed 5:0 by a roll-call vote. 1. 0 2 PRESENTATIONS: 1. Proclamation declaring February 29, 2000, "Spay Day USA." Mayor Johnson presented the proclamation to Cheryl Alexander of the North County Humane Society. She accepted the proclamation and thanked the Council for their participation. 2. Chief Hegwood will be presenting a Certificate of Recognition for exemplary conduct to Atascadero resident Geraldine Nolte. Chief Hegwood made the presentation and introduced Geraldine Nolte to the Council. 3. Greenspace-The Cambria Land Trust will present their report, Programs for Capturing, Handling, Utilizing and Disposing of Infected Pine Material. Cynthia Butterfield, representative for Greenspace, gave the presentation and answered questions of the Council. COMMUNITY FORUM: Eric Greening, 6600 Lewis Avenue, asked if there is a model ordinance and suggested it be referred to the Atascadero Native Tree Association for review and comment. He expressed concern that this issue be taken seriously by the Council. COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS AND REPORTS: Mayor Johnson announced that Mrs. Capps daughter passed away yesterday. He suggested that the Council express their condolences to her. Mayor Johnson reported from the City Council Closed Session that the Council agreed to accept the settlement offer with regard to the Orange County issue. He stated that the total settlement would provide 32.5 million dollars, including all expenses, attorney fees and some interest to compensate for the lack of access to the funds. Council Member Luna expressed relief to have this issue settled. He stated that we will be "more than whole by this settlement." He gave credit to Art Montandon, the late Micky Korba, Andy Takata, George Highland, and all the councils between and suggested a letter of thank-you be given to them for their efforts. He stated that the majority of the money should go back to sewer where it came from. City Manager Wade McKinney introduced to the Council three new employees: Marie Adams, Office Assistant in the City Manager's office; Steve Kahn, City Engineer/Public Works Director; and Brady Cherry, Assistant City Manager. Council Member Luna expressed concern that the Council is not reviewing all the land use decisions. He asked staff to come back with an appeals policy which would allow decisions by staff and the Planning Commission to be reviewed at the request of any Council Member. CC 02/08/00 Page 2 L;�' A. CONSENT CALENDAR: 1. City Council Minutes—January 25, 2000 ■ City Clerk recommendation: Council approve the City Council minutes of January 25, 2000 [Marcia McClure Torgerson] 2. Subdivision Ordinance Update— Staff-initiated comprehensive update of the City's Subdivision Ordinance ■ Fiscal Impact: None ■ Planning Commission recommendation: Council introduce for second reading by title only, the attached draft Ordinance adopting a comprehensive update of the City's Subdivision Ordinance. [Community Development Department] 3. Minor Road Improvements Project(98-013) ■ Fiscal Impact: $4,589.86 from Fund 700, Streets and Bridges Fees ■ Staff recommendation: Council accept public improvements as complete and authorize release of the project retention in the amount of$4,589.86 to Madonna Construction Company. [Community Services Department] Council Member Luna pulled Item 9A-2. MOTION: By Mayor Pro Tem Arrambide and seconded by Council Member Clay to approve Item #A-1 as amended and Item #A-3. Motion passed 5:0 by a roll-call vote. MOTION: By Council Member Clay and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Arrambide to approve Item #A-2. Motion passed 4:1 by a roll-call vote. (Luna opposed) Deputy City Clerk Melanie Whaley announced that the new ordinance number is 370. B. PUBLIC HEARINGS: None C. MANAGEMENT REPORTS: 1. Agreement with Atascadero Babe Ruth—for maintenance and use of Alvord Baseball Field ■ Fiscal Impact: Approximately$5,100.00 in staff time and an undetermined amount on materials and other services. ■ Staff recommendation: Council authorize the Mayor to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding with Atascadero Babe Ruth for the maintenance and use of Alvord Field. [Community Services Department] Assistant City Manager Brady Cherry gave the staff report and answered questions of the Council. Council Member Luna commented that the fiscal impact statement is misleading as it does not state that the dollar amount listed is a savings. CC 02/08/00 Page 3 l:i� Council Member Clay expressed support for the agreement. Council Member Scalise asked how Atascadero High School and North County Christian School would fit into the usage schedule. Mr. Cherry replied that Babe Ruth will include the schools as they have done in the past. Council Member Clay stated he is not aware of any type of problem concerning scheduling with the schools. Mayor Johnson asked about the rental income. Mr. Cherry responded that, in the past, we did not get rental income from groups such as the High School or Babe Ruth. He stated that we will continue to accept fees for the lights; however, Babe Ruth will be subject to the fees approved by the City. PUBLIC COMMENT Chuck Holdridge, 9156 Santa Barbara Road, Babe Ruth Vice President, stated that usage of Alvord Field will continue as it has in the past. Council Member Scalise and Mayor Johnson thanked him and the Board for this service to the community. Mayor Johnson closed the Public Comment period MOTION: By Council Member Clay and seconded by Council Member Luna to authorize the Mayor to enter into a Memorandum of understanding with Atascadero Babe Ruth for the maintenance and use of Alvord Field. Motion passed 5:0 by a roll-call vote. 2. Information Bulletin City Manager Wade McKinney gave a report on strategic planning. He stated that the City has initiated this year the Atascadero Leadership Academy which consists of 23 City employees. The Academy has four groups, and each group is examining a different department within the City. He reported that they should have a presentation ready for Council late in March or early in April. Mr. McKinney presented the agenda for the program. (see Attachment A) Mayor Pro Tem Arrambide and Council Member Clay commended Mr. McKinney for his actions. D. COMMITTEE REPORTS: S.L.O. Council of Governments/S.L.O. Regional Transit Authority Mayor Johnson reported that the Governor is releasing additional monies for regional roads and announced that we have put in our bid for portion of the monies. He also stated that Cal Trans expects to be working on El Camino Real for the Highway 41 project for the next 10 months. Mayor Johnson commented that the 2000 Census is coming up soon. He announced that there CC 02/08/00 Page 4 .� will be a trial bus run from Atascadero to Santa Margarita Lake Pool during the summer in cooperation with the swim lessons held there. Water Committees Council Member Clay stated that one pillar on the Salinas Bridge did not set properly, resulting in additional labor. He reported that a presentation was given on Prop 13. It allows for money for almost everything except above ground storage. He also reported that he attended RACK in which discussion was focused on the South County water lawsuits. Council Member Clay announced that the Paso Robles Basin Study will going forward soon. Air Pollution Control District Mayor Pro Tem Arrambide expressed that he believed we did an excellent job of presenting ourselves at the most recent meeting regarding backyard burning. He reported that the District remained very cooperative, but the final date has been set for May 1, 2001. He stated that there will be a smoke management guidelines meeting at the APCD auditorium on February 10, 2000 at 10:00a.m. City Manager Wade McKinney announced that he and Chief McCain were able to meet with the Air Quality Control Board. He stated that there is one provision for burning by a public officer for a fire reduction purpose, and it can be modified to allow for fire mitigation and not just beautification. Economic Vitality Corporation, Board of Directors Mayor Johnson announced that they have exceeded their loan goal of generating one job for every $25,000 loaned and are actually generating one job for every $10,000 loaned. He stated that they have been conducting business retention interviews and when they are complete the Board will have a report on the local businesses. E. INDIVIDUAL DETERMINATION AND/OR ACTION: City Council Council Member Clay announced that the Superbowl Blowout for youth was held last Sunday at the Atascadero National Guard Armory. Although, attendance was down from last year, he considered the event successful as well as enjoyable. He thanked staff for there participation. Mayor Pro Tem Arrambide thanked Police Chief Dennis Hegwood for his quick response to a traffic concern that had been expressed. Council Member Clay commended Mr. Hegwood for doing such an excellent job. City Attorney City Attorney Roy Hanley reported in regard to the request made to look into the issue of bow hunting in the city limits, he found that the regulation of hunting is not a possibility; however, the Council could choose to restrict the use of bows and projectiles as we do firearms. Council Member Clay and Mayor Johnson expressed concern that the Council would make a Isdecision based on one complaint. Assistant City Manager Brady Cherry commented that there is also the issue of paintball games being played on City property. CC 02/08/00 Page 5 L ��u Council Member Luna expressed that he would like to see these issues pursued. Council Member Scalise asked to look at our current firearms ordinance and see if we can add some verbiage that could be added to it regarding bows and arrows. There was a Council consensus to have the City Attorney bring hack some options. F. ADJOURNMENT: Mayor Johnson adjourned the meeting at 8:29 p.m. to the next Regular Session scheduled on February 22, 2000, at 7:00 p.m. MEETING RECORDED AND MINUTES PREPARED BY: Melanie Whaley, Deputy City Clerk ATTACHMENTS: A.-Council Strategic Planning Calendar and Agenda CC 02/08/00 Page 6 i� Attachment: A Atascadero City Council Meeting Date: 2-22-00 City of Atascadero City Councit Strategic PlanningAgenda Welcome ❑ Introductions ❑ Purpose ❑ Goals City Council's Vision for Atascadero " ❑ Review current Vision statements. ❑ Insure common understanding. ❑ Determine which issues have consensus. ❑ This information will be compiled into a vision statement. It will be circulated to the community and addressed in public hearing to create an adopted City Vision. City Council Action Priorities ❑ From the community survey and the vision information Council will identify priorities for implementation. ❑ Staff will develop action plans for these priorities and present them at a latter meeting to Council for adoption. City Manager's Work Plan ❑ City Council will review and adopt a Work Plan for the City Manager. City Council Policies and Issues ❑ Economic Development Strategy. A draft Economic Development Strategy will be circulated before the meeting and the Council will discuss the draft. The final strategy will be presented at a regular Council meeting. ❑ Council Meetings and Agendas. Council will review Council meetings and agenda for possible improvements. ❑ Council Norms. Council will review current norms and ethics statements as well as examples from other cities for possible improvements. ❑ Operating Policies. The Council will discuss general operation policies for the City organization. Adjourn `J 4J City of Atascade' ro 2000 Strategic Planning Calendar Strategic Planning Events February 8, 2000 — City Council Meeting. Introduction to annual process, distribute"Agenda and handout material. February 22, 2000 - City Council Meeting. Presentation of General Plan Goals and Community Survey. February 23, 2000 - City Council Workshop. Strategic Planning. March 1, 2000 - Department Head Strategic Planning Workshop. March 23, 2000 - Leadership Academy Strategic Planning Workshop. April 11, 2000 - City Council Meeting. Action Plans submitted to Council. June 13, 2000 - City Council Meeting. Draft Budget submitted to Council. ay j ITEM NUMBER: A-2 DATE: 02/22/2000 NINA a p I 1918 P 1979 Atascadero City Council Staff Report - Fire Department Fire Department Fee Schedule RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends Council adopt the proposed Resolution Fire Department Fee Schedule (Fire Suppression / Emergency Services —Personnel Fees), rescinding and amending Resolution No. 1999-006 Fire Department Fee Schedule (Fire Suppression / Emergency Services, - Personnel Fees). DISCUSSION: The purpose of the Fee Schedule is to establish compensation for services (equipment and staffing) rendered, which are not considered normal or customary. In January 1999, the Fire Department Fee Schedule Resolution No. 82-92 (Fire Department Fees) was rescinded and replaced with Resolution No. 1999-006. However, within the section Fire Suppression/ Emergency Services - Personnel Fees, the one-hour minimum was inadvertently omitted, which had been consistent in the years past. The proposed Resolution corrects that omission. In addition, illegal and/or negligent fires or incidents, standbys (exceeding 15 minutes), and alcohol related incidents requiring a Code-3 response have been specified. In summary, the following amendments are introduced within the Fire Suppression / Emergency Services—Personnel Fees portion of the proposed Resolution: 1. A one-hour minimum. 2. Illegal and/or negligent fires or incidents. 3. Alcohol related incidents, requiring a Code-3 response. 4. Standbys (exceeding 15 minutes). FISCAL IMPACT: No negative fiscal impact. ALTERNATIVES: Take no action. ATTACHMENTS: Resolution No. 1999-006 (Fire Department Fee Schedule) Draft Resolution—Fire Suppression/Emergency Services L � � i �.o MCcc:;n Resolution No. 1999-006 ! RESOLUTION TO THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ATASCADERO, CALIFORNIA,ADOPTING THE FIRE DEPARTMENT FEE SCHEDULE FOR THE COSTS OF EMERGENCY RESPONSES,PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 53150,ET SEQ.,RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 84-92 AND AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 90-92 WHEREAS, Government Code Sections 53150 through 53158 authorizes the City to recover costs of emergency responses; and WHEREAS,the City Council desires to adopt specific Fire Department Fees; and WHEREAS,the City Council desires to rescind Resolution No. 84-72 Fire Department Fees; and WHEREAS, it is appropriate to establish fees to reimburse costs of personnel and equipment for providing necessary emergency response to incidents, special inspections, commercial and residential plan reviews,permits, fire reports, and controlled burn fees. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED,by the City Council of the City of Atascadero as follows: SECTION 1. Resolution No. 84-92 Fire Department Fees is hereby rescinded. SECTION 2. Resolution No. 90-92, Section 6.2 Atascadero Fire Department is hereby amended to read as follows: The Atascadero City Fire Department will seek full cost reimbursement for Emergency Responses. Costs for equipment and personnel shall be adopted by City Council Resolution from time to time. SECTION 3. Fire Department Fee Schedule is hereby adopted as follows: Compliance Inspection Fees There shall be no charge for an annual inspection of an occupancy,with the exception of the following: • If a Fire Department permit is required. • When an occupancy does not comply with Fire Code standards after the first re- inspection. The responsible party will be billed actual costs for each additional re- inspection required. • When an occupancy calls for a final inspection and has not completed the necessary requirements. The responsible party will be billed actual costs for each additional re- inspection required. rt � 1 City of Atascadero Resolution No. 1999-006 Page 2 of 3 The Fire Chief, may at his/her discretion,waive compliance inspection fees in cases where there is reasonable delay because of waiting for parts or in securing repair personnel to complete the work. Fire Suppression/Emergency Services (Personnel Fees) The City of Atascadero will seek reimbursement from property owners for all personnel utilized to mitigate emergencies in the City or other jurisdictions.who initiate an emergency response maliciously or through negligence. In addition,the City of Atascadero will seek reimbursement from insurance companies of property owners for all personnel utilized to mitigate emergencies in the City or other jurisdictions,when applicable. All billing will reflect the current actual hourly rates (E-step), including benefits and rank. Administrative fees are billed using actual hourly rates. Malicious calls are billed at a two (2) hour minimum rate. Subpoena fees: There will be a fee of$150.00 for each personnel for a court appearance. Emergency Vehicle Fees The City of Atascadero will seek reimbursement from property owners for all equipment utilized to mitigate emergencies in the City or other jurisdictions who initiate an emergency response maliciously or through negligence. In addition,the City of Atascadero will seek reimbursement from insurance companies of property owners for all equipment utilized to mitigate emergencies in the City or other jurisdictions, when applicable. Engine..................................................................................................................$100.00 /per hour (includes average mileage and pump operation) Command Vehicle .................................................................................................$40.00 /per hour Patrol/ Squad/Rescue...........................................................................................................$75.00 (includes average mileage and pump operation) Commercial And Residential Plan Reviews/New Construction Inspections/Permit Fees All permits include field compliance inspections: Automatic sprinkler system (commercial 0— 10,000 ft.)..................$75.00 (minimum) Automatic sprinkler system (residential)....................................................................$27.00 Circus..........................................................................................................................$27.00 Compressed gas installation........................................................................................$27.00 Consultation-plan review(in addition to normal process).......................................$27.00 Failure to meet for scheduled on-site re-inspection....................................................$27.00 Firealarm system........................................................................................................$27.00 Fire flow calculations or hydrant flows......................................................................$27.00 Fireworksdisplay........................................................................................................$27.00 Flammable or combustible tanks................................................................................$27.00 Medicalgas system.....................................................................................................$27.00 On-site hydrant system ...............................................................................................$27.00 Residential Plan Review............................................:................................................$27.00 Specialized fire protection system (Halon, dry chemical, CO2, foam, etc.)................$27.00 L�� City of Atascadero Resolution No. 1999-006 Page 3 of 3 Standpipe system(wet, dry,horizontal) .................................................................................$27.00 Tents/Air supported structures........................................................................,.......................$27.00 To install, alter,remove, abandon,place temporarily out of service, or otherwise dispose of flammable or combustible liquid tanks...................................................................................................$27.00 All other basic permits or reviews, as identified in the Uniform Fire Code...........................$27.00 Fire Report Fees California Fire Incident Reports (CFIRS) i.e. Company Run Reports) Victim Overthe Counter................................................................................................................FREE ViaU.S. Mail....................................................................................................................$15.00 Others Overthe Counter...............................................................................................................$10.00 ViaU.S. Mail....................................................................................................................$15.00 Investigation Reports Overthe Counter...............................................................................................................$27.00 ViaU.S. Mail....................................................................................................................$32.00 Controlled bums of structures 0—5.000 square feet....................................................................................................$2,500.00 over 5,000 square feet...................Fees to be determined by Fire Chief(based on actual costs) SECTION 4. This resolution shall go into effect immediately upon adoption. On motion by Council Member Luna and seconded by Council Member Clay, the foregoing Resolution is hereby adopted in its entirety on the following roll call vote: AYES: Council Members Arrambide, Clay, Lerno, Luna and Mayor Johnson NOES: None ABSENT: None ADOPTED: January 12, 1999 ATTEST: CITYOF TSC 0 Ln�a,644" . L By: MARCIA M. TORGERSO , City Clerk RAY J H ,Mayor p^� r DRAFT RESOLUTION RESOLUTION TO THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ATASCADERO, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE FIRE DEPARTMENT FEE SCHEDULE FOR THE COSTS OF EMERGENCY RESPONSES,PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 53150, ET SEQ. WHEREAS; Government Code Sections 53150, Et Seq. authorizes the City to recover costs of emergency responses; and WHEREAS, the City Council desires to adopt specific Fire Department Fees; and WHEREAS, it is appropriate to establish fees to reimburse costs of personnel and equipment for providing necessary emergency response to incidents, special inspections, commercial and residential plan reviews, permits, fire reports, and controlled burn fees. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Atascadero as follows: SECTION 1. Resolution No. 1999-006, Fire Suppression/Emergency Services (Personnel Fees) Fire Department Fees is hereby amended to read as follows: The City of Atascadero will seek reimbursement from property owners for all personnel utilized to mitigate emergencies in the City or other jurisdictions who initiate an emergency response maliciously or through negligence. And, the City will seek reimbursement from insurance companies of property owners for all personnel utilized to mitigate emergencies in the City or other jurisdictions, when applicable. Additionally, the City will seek reimbursement for standbys exceeding 15 minutes. All billing will reflect a one-hour minimum, using the current actual hourly rates (E- Step), including benefits and rank. Administrative fees, Illegal and/or negligent fires or incidents, and Alcohol related incidents, with a Code-3, are billed at a one-hour minimum rate. Malicious calls are billed at a two-hour minimum rate. Subpoena fees: There will be a fee of$150.00 for each personnel for a court appearance. SECTION 2. Fire Department Fee Schedule is hereby adopted as follows: City of Atascadero Draft Resolution (Fire Department Fee Schedule) Page 2 of 4 Compliance Inspection Fees There shall be no charge for an annual inspection of an occupancy, with the exception of the following: • If a Fire Department permit is required. • When an occupancy does not comply with Fire Code standards after the first re- inspection. Occupants will be billed actual costs for each additional re-inspection required. • When an occupancy calls fora final inspection and has not completed the necessary requirements. Occupants will be billed actual costs for each additional re-inspection required. The Fire Chief, may at his/her discretion, waive compliance inspection fees in cases where there is reasonable delay because of waiting for parts or in securing repair personnel to complete the work. Fire Suppression/Emergency Service (Personnel Fees) The City of Atascadero will seek reimbursement from property owners for all personnel utilized to mitigate emergencies in the City or other jurisdictions who initiate an emergency response maliciously or through negligence. And, the City will seek reimbursement from insurance companies of property owners for all personnel utilized to mitigate emergencies in the City or other jurisdictions, when applicable. Additionally, the City will seek reimbursement for standbys exceeding 15 minutes. All billing will reflect a one-hour minimum, using the current actual hourly rates (E-Step), including benefits and rank. Administrative fees, Illegal and/or negligent fires or incidents, and Alcohol related incidents, with a Code-3 response, are billed at a one-hour minimum rate. Malicious calls are billed at a two-hour minimum rate. Subpoena fees: There will be a fee of$150.00 for each personnel for a court appearance. Emergency Vehicle Fees The City of Atascadero will seek reimbursement from property owners for all equipment utilized to mitigate emergencies in the City or other jurisdictions who initiate an emergency response maliciously or through negligence. In addition, the City of Atascadero will seek reimbursement from insurance companies of property owners for all equipment utilized to mitigate emergencies in the City or other jurisdictions, when applicable. Engine..................................................................................................................$100.00 /per hour (includes average mileage and pump operation) Command Vehicle ............................................. ............................................$40.00 /per hour Patrol/ Squad/Rescue...........................................................................................................$75.00 (includes average mileage and pump operation) City of Atascadero Draft Resolution (Fire Department Fee Schedule) Page 3 of 4 Commercial and Residential Plan Reviews/New Construction Inspections/Permit Fees All permits include field compliance inspections: Automatic sprinkler system (commercial 0— 10,000 ft.) .............................. 75.00(minimum) Automatic sprinkler system (residential)..........................................................................$27.00 Circus................................................................................................................................$27.00 Compressed gas installation..............................................................................................$27.00 Consultation—plan review(in addition to normal process).............................................$27.00 Failure to meet for scheduled on-site re-inspection..........................................................$27.00 Firealarm system..............................................................................................................$27.00 Fire flow calculations or hydrant flows............................................................................$27.00 Fireworksdisplay..............................................................................................................$27.00 Flammable or combustible tanks......................................................................................$27.00 Medicalgas system...........................................................................................................$27.00 On-site hydrant system .....................................................................................................$27.00 Residential Plan Review...................................................................................................$27.00 Specialized fire protection system Halon, dry chemical CO2, foam etc.) $27.00 Standpipe system (wet, dry, horizontal) .......................................................................... $27.00 Tents/Air supported structures..........................................................................................$27.00 To install, alter, remove, abandon, place temporarily out of service, or flammable or otherwise dispose of combustible liquid tanks.......................................................$27.00 All other basic permits or reviews, as identified in the Uniform Fire Code.....................$27.00 Fire Report Fees California Fire Incident Reports (CFIRS) (i.e. Company Run Reports) Victim Overthe Counter................................................................................................................FREE ViaU.S. Mail....................................................................................................................$15.00 Others Overthe Counter...............................................................................................................$10.00 ViaU.S. Mail....................................................................................................................$15.00 Investigation Reports Overthe Counter...............................................................................................................$27.00 Via U.S. Mail $32.00 Controlled Burn Fees of Structures 0—5,000 square feet....................................................................................................$2,500.00 over 5,000 square feet...................Fees to be determined by Fire Chief(based on actual costs) i City of Atascadero Draft Resolution(Fire Department Fee Schedule) Page 4 of 4 SECTION 3: This Resolution shall go into effect immediately upon adoption. On motion by Council Member and seconded by Council Member , the foregoing Resolution is hereby adopted in its entirety on the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ADOPTED: ATTEST: CITY OF ATASCADERO Marcia McClure Torgerson, City Clerk Ray Johnson, Mayor APPROVED AS TO FORM: Roy A. Hanley, City Attorney ITEM NUMBER: A-3 DATE: 02/22/2000 1918 '_ 1979 Atascadero City Council Staff Report - Fire Department Revision of Ordinance No. 337 Removal of Vegetative Growth and/or Refuse RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends Council introduce for first reading by title only, the Draft Ordinance Removal of Vegetative Growth and/or Refuse, amending Section 6-13.05 (Exemptions) as presented. DISCUSSION: In preparation of the vegetative growth weed abatement season, Ordinance No. 337 was p p g g ( ) reviewed to assure that the needs of the community would continue to be met. At this time, the Fire Department recommends adopting the proposed Ordinance, amending Section 6-13.05 (Exemptions). The proposed amendment includes an exemption for property owners with animal pastures and agricultural fields growing hay or grains. The interior portion of fenced pastures where the quantity of livestock significantly reduces the vegetative growth, therefore bringing the parcel into compliance. Agricultural fields must be cut at harvest time. Uncut hay and grain is subject to abatement. FISCAL IMPACT: No significant impact expected. ALTERNATIVES: 1) Take no action, which keeps Ordinance No. 337 in effect. ATTACHMENTS: Ordinance No. 337 Revised portion of Draft Ordinance, Section 6-13.05 Exemptions n L � - ORDINANCE NO. 337 • AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ATASCADERO AMENDING CHAPTER 13 TO TITLE 6 OF THE ATASCADERO MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO THE REMOVAL OF VEGETATIVE GROWTH AND/OR REFUSE The Council of the City of Atascadero ordains as follows SECTION 1 Chapter 13 of Title 6 is added to the Atascadero Municipal Code to read as follows: 6-13.01. Chapter 13. Removal of Vegetative Growth and/or Refuse Whenever the Fire Chief or his authorized representative shall find vegetative growth, as described in Section 6-13.04, and/or refuse upon any property, lands, or lots in the City, which in his opinion is or may become a fire hazard or a health and safety hazard, he shall have cause to give to the owner of said property a notice to remove such vegetative growth and/or refuse which may constitute a hazard in the manner hereinafter provided in this part. 6-13.02. Definitions The following words,when used in this part, shall be defined as follows unless otherwise indicated: "City" shall mean the City of Atascadero. b) "Council" shall mean City Council of the City. c) "Drainage" shall mean any ditch, culvert, and/or pipe used as a means of public drainage or drainage control. d) "Fire Chief' shall mean the Fire Chief or authorized representative of the Fire Chief. e) "Noxious weeds" shall mean dry flammable grass or stubble greater City of Atascadero Ordinance No.337 Page 1 of 9 �' . -than 4" in height. fl "Property" shall mean and include lands, lots, drainage structures, drainage ways, and/or drainage easements. g) "Refuse" shall mean waste matter, appliances, abandoned automobiles,junk, litter, trash, debris, dirt, cut vegetative growth, dead trees which threaten structures or streets, tin cans, paper, waste material of every kind, or other unsanitary substance, object, or condition which is, or when dry, may become a fire hazard, or which is or may become a menace to health, safety, or welfare. h) "Street" shall mean public streets, alleys, parkways, sidewalks, and areas between sidewalks and curbs. i) "Vegetative Growth" shall mean flammable vegetation and combustible growth. 6-13.03 Vegetative Growth and/or Refuse are Public Nuisances The City Council may declare, by resolution in accordance with Sections 39561-39700 of the Government Code, that vegetative growth, as described in Section 6-13.04 of this ordinance, and/or refuse, which are, or may become, a hazard upon or in front of private property to the center line of adjoining streets in the City, are public nuisances. Also, it shall be unlawful for any property owner in the City to cause or permit any vegetative growth, as described in Section 6-13.04 of this ordinance, and/or refuse to remain on any real property in the City or on portions of streets adjoining such real property to the center line of such streets. It shall be the duty of every such person to destroy such vegetative growth and remove or destroy such refuse. The City Council may also declare vegetative growth, as seasonal and recurring nuisances. 6-13.04 Clearance of Vegetative Growth Any person owning property in the City shall: City of Atascadero r, .- Ordinance No.337 is►: Page 2 of 9 (a) -Maintain around structures, a firebreak made by g removin and clearing away, for a distance of not less than 30 feet on each side thereof or to the property line, whichever is nearer, all flammable vegetation or combustible growth. This paragraph does not apply to single specimens of trees, ornamental shrubbery, or similar plants that are used as ground cover, if they do not form a means of rapidly transmitting fire from the native growth to any building or structure. (b) Mow dry noxious weeds which are located within 100 feet of any building or structure, or to the property line, whichever is nearer. (c) Mow dry noxious weeds 50 feet from the edge of improved roadways, 50 feet from each property line, and 10 feet on each side of driveways. (d) Remove that portion of any tree that extends within 10 feet of the outlet of any chimney or stovepipe. (e) Maintain any tree adjacent to or overhanging any building free of dead wood. (f) Provide and maintain, at all times, a screen over the outlet of every chimney or stovepipe that is attached to any fireplace, stove, or other device that burns any solid or liquid fuel. The screen shall be constructed of nonflammable material with openings of not more that one-half inch in size. 6-13.05 Exemption to Section 6-13.04 An exemption from Section 6-13.04 of this ordinance shall apply to any land beyond 50 feet from improved streets, as declared by the City, State, or Federal Government, which has been acquired or is managed, for one or more of the following purposes: (a) Habitat for endangered or threatened species, or any species that is a candidate for listing as an endangered or threatened species by the State of California or Federal Government. City of Atascadero Ordinance No.337 + ra Page 3 of 9 L t.. -(b) Land kept in a predominantly natural state as habitat for wildlife, plant, or animal communities. (c) Open space lands that are environmentally sensitive park-lands. (d) Other lands having scenic values. Abatement requirements shall remain in effect in waterways where flood preparation measures and emergency flood control mitigation is necessary. (1) This exemption applies whether the land or water are held in fee title or any lesser interest. This exemption applies to any public agency, and private entity that has dedicated the land or water areas to one or more of those purposes or uses, or any combination of public agencies and private entities making that decision. (2) This section shall not be construed to prohibit the use of properly authorized prescribed burning to improve the biological function of land or to assist in the restoration of desired vegetation. (3) In the event that any lands adjacent to land or water areas, as described above, are improved such that they are subject to this ordinance, the obligation to comply with Section 6-13.04 shall be with the person owning, leasing, controlling, operating, or maintaining the occupied dwelling or occupied structure on the improved lands. All maintenance, activities, and other fire prevention measures required by Section 6-13.04 shall be required only for the improved land, and water areas as described above. 6-13.06 Drainage With the permission of the permitting agencies with jurisdiction over the area in question, any drainage shall be cleaned and maintained in a manner that does not restrict the natural or engineered flow of water. 6-13.07 Supersedingt of Uniform Fire Code W.F.C.) Section 6-13 supersedes the Uniform Fire Code, Appendix H-A, Sections 16. And 17. City of Atascadero Ordinance No.337 Page 4 of 9 6-13.08 Notice to Destroy or Remove Vegetative Growth and/or Refuse In the event the person or persons owning, occupying, renting, managing, or controlling any real property in the City shall fail to remove therefrom and from the portions of streets adjoining such property all vegetative growth, as described in Section 6-13.04, and/or refuse in accordance with the provisions of this part, it shall be the duty of the Fire Chief or his authorized representatives to notify such person(s) to remove the same. The City Council may direct the City Clerk, in accordance with Section 39567.1 of the Government Code, to mail written notice of the proposed abatement to all persons owning property described in the resolution. The City Clerk shall cause such written notice to be mailed to each person to whom such described property is assessed in the last equalized assessment roll available on the date the resolution was adopted by the City Council. The address of the owner(s) shown on the assessment roll shall be conclusively deemed to be the proper address for the purpose of mailing such notice. Such notice shall be mailed at least fourteen (14) days prior to the time fixed for hearing objections by the City Council. 6-13.09 Form of Notice The Notice shall be substantially in the following form: NOTICE TO DESTROY VEGETATIVE GROWTH AND/OR REMOVE REFUSE Notice is hereby given on the day of ' 19 , the City Council passed a resolution declaring that (insert the appropriate . hazard: noxious weeds, vegetative growth, refuse, etc.) constitute a (insert the appropriate term: fire hazard, or health and safety hazard) which must be abated by the (insert the appropriate phrase: cutting of said noxious weeds, or removal of said health and safety hazard). If the owner does not abate the hazard it will be abated by the City and the cost of the removal assessed upon the County property tax bill, and will constitute a lien upon such land until paid. Reference is hereby made to the resolution for further particulars City of Atascadero Ordinance No.337 Page 5 of 9 t. and Ordinance No. 337. A copy of said resolution is on file in the office of the City Clerk, All property owners having any objections to the proposed removal of the hazard are hereby notified to attend a meeting of the City.Council of the City of Atascadero to be held , when their objections will be heard and given due consideration. Dated this day of 19 Fire Chief City of Atascadero 6-13.10 Hearing of Objections At the time stated in the notices, the council shall hear and consider all objections to the proposed removal of vegetative growth and/or refuse. At the conclusion of the hearing, the Council shall allow or overrule any objections. At that time, the City acquires jurisdiction to proceed and perform the work of abatement. The decision of the Council is final. 6-13.11 Order to Abate Nuisance If objections have not been made or after the Council has disposed of those made, it shall order the Fire Chief to abate the nuisance(s). 6-13.12 Destruction and Removal of Vegetative Growth and/or Refuse b city In the event the person or persons owning, occupying, renting, managing, or controlling real property in the City shall fail to remove or destroy vegetative growth and/or refuse, in accordance with provisions of this ordinance within ten (10) calendar days after the hearing of objections an order to abate nuisance, it shall be the duty of the Fire Chief and his deputies, assistants, employees, contacting agent, or other representatives to destroy or remove such vegetative growth and/or refuse. They are hereby City of Atascadero Ordinance No.337 r` Page 6 of 9 - expresslyexpre-ssly authorized to enter upon private property Yfor such purpose. It shall be unlawful for any person to interfere, hinder, or refuse to allow them to enter upon private property for the purpose(s) to destroy or remove vegetative growth and/or refuse, in accordance with the provisions of this part. Any person owning , occupying, renting, managing, leasing, or controlling real property in the City shall have the right to destroy or remove vegetative growth and/or refuse, or have the same destroyed or removed at his own expense, at any time prior to the arrival of the Fire Chief or his authorized representatives for such purpose(s). 6-13.13 Account and Report of Cost of Abatement The Fire Chief or his authorized representatives shall keep an account of the cost of abatement for each separate lot or parcel of land. He shall submit such itemized written report, showing such cost, to the Council for confirmation. Such report shall refer to each separate lot or parcel of land by description sufficiently reasonable to identify the same, together with the expense proposed to be assessed against it, which shall include charges sufficient to pay for the administrative costs of the program. 6-13.14 Notice of Report and Hearing The City Clerk shall make available a copy of such report and assessment list at his/her office together with the notice of the filing thereof and of the time and place when and where it will be submitted to the Council for hearing and confirmation. The copy shall be available for at least five (5) calendar days prior to the submission of the Council. 6-13.15 Hearing of Report; Modification; Confirmation of Report At the time and place fixed for receiving and considering the report, the Council shall hear the same, together with any protests or objections of the property owners liable to be assessed for the abatement. Upon the conclusion of such hearing, the Council shall then confirm the report by motion and the amount thereof shall constitute a lien on the property assessed until paid. The confirmation of the assessment by the Council shall be final and conclusive. City of Atascadero Ordinance No.337 Page 7 of 9 � 6-13.16 Report to Assessor and Tax Collector; Filing Copy of Report with County Auditor A certified copy of the report shall be filed with the County Auditor on or before August 10ffi of each year for entry of such assessment of the County tax roll. In the event the report cannot be prepared in time for the County Auditor to enter the assessment on the next immediate tax roll, the certified copy may be filed with the County Auditor anytime before August 10th of the succeeding year. 6-13.17 Collection of Assessment; Penalties-and Procedures for Foreclosure The amount of the assessment shall be collected at the time and in the manner of ordinary municipal taxes. If delinquent, the amount is subject to the same penalties and procedure of foreclosure and sale provided for ordinary municipal taxes. SECTION 2 The City Clerk shall cause this ordinance to be published once within fifteen (15) days after its passage in the Atascadero News, a newspaper of general circulation, printed, published, and circulated in this City, in accordance with Section 36933 of the Government Code; shall certify the adoption of this ordinance; and shall cause this ordinance and certification to be entered in the book of Ordinances of this City. SECTION 3 This ordinance shall go into effect and be in full force and effect at 12:01 a.m. on the 31St day after its passage. City of Atascadero . Ordinance No.337 Page 8 of 9 '" On motion by Council Member Luna and seconded by Council Member Lerno, the foregoing Ordinance is approved by the following role call vote: AYES: Council Members Clay, Lerno, Luna and Mayor Pro Tem Johnson NOES: None ABSENT: Mayor Carden DATE ADOPTED: January 27, 1998 "OLD L. ARDL , III, Mayor/ ATTEST: MARCIA M. TORGERSON, Oity Clerk APPROVED AS TO FORM: 3&/ -,7)i RO . ftANLEY, City Attorn P PARED BY: . �C MICHAEL P. McCAIN, Fire Chief City of Atascadero Ordinance No.337 Page 9 of 9 �' " PROPOSED ORDINANCE AMENDMENT 6-13.05 Exemption to Section 6-13.04 An exemption from Section 6-13.04 of this ordinance shall apply to any land beyond 50 feet from improved streets, as declared by the City, State, or Federal Government, which has been acquired or is managed, for one or more of the following purposes: a) Animal pastures and agricultural fields growing hay or grains. The interior portion of fenced pastures where the quantity of livestocksignificantly reduces the vegetative growth,therefore bringing the parcel into compliance. Agricultural fields must be cut at harvest time. Uncut hay and grain is subject to abatement. b) Habitat for endangered or threatened species or any species that is a candidate for listing as an endangered or threatened species by the State of California or Federal Government. c) Land kept in a predominantly natural state as habitat for wildlife, plant, or animal communities. d) Open space lands that are environmentally sensitive parklands. e) Other lands having scenic values. Abatement requirements shall remain in effect in waterways where flood preparation measures and emergency flood control mitigation is necessary. 1) This exemption applies whether the land or water are held in fee title or any lesser interest. This exemption applies to any public agency, and private entity that has dedicated the land or water areas to one or more of those purposes or uses, or any combination of public agencies and private entities making that decision. 2) This section shall not be construed to prohibit the use of properly authorized prescribed burning to improve the biological function of land or to assist in the restoration of desired vegetation. 3) In the event that any lands adjacent to land or water areas, as described above, are improved such that they are subject to this ordinance, the obligation to comply with Section 6-13.04 shall be with the person owning, leasing, controlling, operating, or maintaining the occupied dwelling or occupied structure on the improved lands. All maintenance, activities, and other fire prevention measures required by Section 6- 13.04 shall be required only for the improved land, and water areas as described above. ITEM NUMBER: C-2 DATE: 02/22/2000 ie.a u i 9 Atascadero City Council Community Development Department - Staff Report Reaffirmation of Current General Plan Goals RECOMMENDATION : Staff recommends Council adopt attached Draft Resolution, reaffirming the goals of the existing General Plan as attached, and directing staff to proceed with updating the General Plan with these goals as a foundation. DISCUSSION: As part of the work scope for the General Plan Update, the City Council is responsible for the review and reaffirmation of the goals of the existing General Plan. The purpose of the review is to identify the primary goal statements of the current General Plan and to endorse these goals as the basis for beginning the General Plan Update. The Council may not take any action that would amend any of the current General Plan goals at this time. Background.- State ackground:State planning law requires cities to prepare and maintain a General Plan consisting of seven mandatory elements: Land Use, Circulation, Housing, Conservation, Open Space, Noise, and Safety. The mandatory elements are generally separate sections, although the consolidation of complimentary elements is allowed. Historically, the City of Atascadero has kept the elements separate and updated each element individually over time. The current Land Use Element, adopted most recently in 1992, is a consolidated element that also contains the Conservation and Open Space Elements. In addition, cities may prepare optional elements to the General Plan. The City of Atascadero has prepared four optional elements: the Downtown Master Plan Element, a Parks and Recreation Element, an Economic Element, and a Fiscal Element. ITEM NUMBER: C-2 DATE: 02/22/2000 GENERAL PLAN ELEMENTS Mandatory Elements - 7 • Land Use • Circulation • Housing • Open Space • Conservation • Noise • Safety Optional Elements -4 • Downtown Master Plan • Parks and Recreation • Economic ' Fiscal Discussion: The State of California provides General Plan Guidelines that give direction to cities on preparing and organizing General Plans and individual elements. The Guidelines recommend that each element contain a set of umbrella goal statements to set direction for the objectives, policies, standards and programs of each element. Each goal may have multiple objectives and policies as shown in the following diagram. Goals are typically defined as direction setting statements that are general in nature. The purpose of the goals is to define the foundational principals of the General Plan and to insure that the objectives and policies that follow are consistent. Since all development decisions, zoning ordinances, capital improvement programs and physical development within the City must be consistent with the General Plan, the goals of the General Plan are very important. HIERARCHY OF GENERAL PLAN GOALS VA a !r f � di ITEM NUMBER: C-2 DATE: 02/22/2000 The current General Plan is comprised on 11 separate elements that wereP pre ared at different times over of the past ±10-years utilizing different formats. Few of the elements are organized using a hierarchy of goals and objects. Consequently, each element defines its goals in different forms. Staff has worked with the consultant to prepare a summary of the goals for each element. Some elements such as Land Use have clearly defined goals, while other elements consist of policies and programs without any organizing goals. The safety element of the General Plan is currently being updated at part of a comprehensive, County wide update process. The draft goals of this new safety element are contained in the summary. SUMMARY OF MANDATORY ELEMENT GOALS Existing Land Use Element Goals 1. Protect and preserve the rural atmosphere of the community by assuring "elbow room" for residents by means of maintenance of large lots sizes which increase in proportion to distance beyond the urban core. 2. Provide for a sound economic base to sustain the city's unique character. 3. Preserve residential neighborhoods and respect the winding tree-lined nature of the street and road system. (Reference: Goal also applies to Circulation Element.) 4. Preserve the contours of the hills. Buildings built on hillsides shall conform to the topography using the slope of the land as the basis for the design of the structure. 5. Preserve natural flora and fauna. (Reference: Goal also applies to Conservation Element.) 6. Designate areas where livestock can be owned and maintained. 7. Provide for a comprehensive system of routes-to schools and parks which may include creekside trails. (Reference: Goal also applies to Circulation Element.) 8. Provide for walkways, horse trails, and bikeways without curbs and sidewalks in some rural areas. (Reference: Goal also applies to Circulation Element.) 9. Provide for a strong and distinctive downtown area. 10. Transform the existing EI Camino Real "strip" into distinctive, attractive and efficient commercial, office and industrial park areas which can provide for the long-term economic viability of the community. 11. Provide for adequate public services. L � � ITEM NUMBER: C-2 DATE: 02/22/2000 ExistingCirculation Element Goals _ 1. Provide for a balanced, safe, and efficient circulation system to serve all segments of the community, while continuing to preserve the rural character. 2. Provide and promote alternative modes of travel, particularly for commute trips. 3. Provide adequate regional facilities to minimize thru-traffic intrusion on local streets and to avoid barriers to local traffic. 4. Enhance access to and travel within the downtown area of Atascadero. Existing Housing Element Goals None, only policies and programs. Existing Conservation Element Goals 1. Plan and manage to prevent or correct degradation of the environment. Existing Open Space Element Goals 1. Scenic and sensitive land including creeks, riparian corridors, wetlands and other areas of significant habitat value shall be protected from destruction, overuse, and misuse by the use of zoning, tax incentives, easements, or fee acquisition. 2. Tree-covered hills shall be preserved to retain the distinctive scenic quality of the community. 3. Watershed areas of Atascadero shall be protected. Existing Noise Element Goals 1. Protect the citizens of Atascadero from the harmful and annoying effects of exposure to excessive noise. 2. Protect the economic base of Atascadero by preventing incompatible land uses from encroaching upon existing or planned noise-producing uses. 3. Preserve the tranquility of residential areas by preventing the encroachment of noise-producing uses. (Reference: Goal also applies to Land Use Element.) 4. Educate residents concerning the effects of exposure to excessive noise and the methods available for minimizing such exposure. 5. Avoid or reduce noise impacts through site planning and project design, giving second preference to the use of noise barriers and/or structural modifications to buildings containing noise-sensitive land uses. Draft Safety Element Goals 1. Attain a high level of emergency preparedness. ITEM NUMBER: C—2 DATE: 02/22/2000 2. Reduce the threat to life, structures and the environment caused by fire. 3. Reduce damage to structures and the danger to life caused by flooding, dam inundation, and other water hazards. 4. Minimize the potential for loss of life and property resulting from geologic and seismic hazards. 5. Reduce the potential for harm to individuals and damage to the environment from radiation hazards, hazardous materials, electromagnetic fields, radon, and hazardous trees. SUMMARY OF OPTIONAL ELEMENT GOALS Existing Downtown Element Goals 1. To enhance downtown's role as a retail and business center for the city. 2. To reinforce downtown's role as a community focal point. 3. To enhance the image of downtown Atascadero as a source of community pride. Existing Parks and Recreation Element Goals 1. Purchase needed parklands for future development of park and recreation facilities. 2. Provide an adequate supply of City park facilities to all Atascadero residents. 3. Provide some specialized recreation opportunities in each quadrant of the City, including, but not limited to, swimming pools, multi-purpose sports complex, tennis courts, recreation center, play areas for children, equestrian trails, bike and jogging paths, and community center. 4. Provide a wide range of recreational activities and creative experiences for all age groups, designed to encourage and educate participants in today's leisure society while still striving to achieve their desired degree of self-fulfillment. 5. Develop a method of financing park and recreation facilities and services throughout the City using a variety of revenue sources. Existing Economic Element Goals 1. Protection and promotion of the overall commercial service and retail business sectors of the local economy to promote local patronage, strong performance in satisfying local demand for goods and services, and the creation of entry level jobs. 2. Promotion of the downtown core area to preserve its historic function as the City's commercial center, to improve the community's entertainment and recreation attractions, and to promote 40 tourism and the traveler industry as a growth industry in the community. ITEM NUMBER: C-2 DATE: 02/22/2000 3. Recruitment of new commercial services and business enterprises which will broaden the City's economic base, improve the local availability of goods and services, and improve and promote the economic viability of existing businesses. 4. Support for the development of industrial areas that lead to the recruitment or development of high technology, emerging technology, and professional service businesses that will provide the community with a base of moderate and high salary career-oriented jobs. 5. To provide the resources from business activity and increasing tax revenues to support the - community's high level of environmental, social, and educational quality, and to maintain and improve the City's infrastructure. Existing Fiscal Element Goals None, only policies and programs. Analysis: The intent of the General Plan update process is not to discard the current Plan and start fresh. The current General Plan has evolved over the past 20 years and has served the community well. The direction of the General Plan update, is to refine and clarify the current plan, to make it more user friendly and provide a coherent vision for the next 20-years of growth. The reaffirmation of the existing goals will serve as the basis for beginning the update of the General Plan. Where no goals exist for an element, staff recommends the Council affirm that no clear goals exist for certain elements, and direct staff to develop recommendations for appropriate goals through the public outreach process. During the public outreach process, it is possible that refinements to the existing goals or new goals may emerge. Also goals may be moved among elements to more appropriate locations. Since the existing General Plan goals are part of the current General Plan, the Council may not take any action to change these goals which would constitute a General Plan amendment. The reaffirmation process, is a symbolic statement intended to set the direction for the General Plan update process, not to change the current General Plan. Consensus on the existing goals will provide a solid foundation from which to begin the update process. Environmental Review: The reaffirmation of goals will not affect the current General Plan and therefore does not qualify as a project under CEQA. Any future refinements or changes to the goals of the General Plan that emerge will be analyzed as part of the General Plan EIR process. n r� ITEM NUMBER: C-2 DATE: 02/22/2000 CONCLUSION: • The current General Plan consists of seven mandatory elements and four optional elements. • Each element varies in its approach to defining goal statements, some elements have no goals. • Reaffirmation of the current General Plan goals will provide staff with a clear starting point for the update process. • Refinements to the existing goals or new goals may emerge during the public outreach and alternatives process. ALTERNATIVES: If the Council finds that individual goals are inconsistent with the desired direction of the General Plan effort, these should be identified for review during the public outreach program. ATTACHMENTS: 1. Draft Council Resolution to reaffirm to Goals of the General Plan n r1 C' UJ Attachment 1: Draft Resolution to Reaffirm the General Plan Goals General Plan Update 2000 DRAFT RESOLUTION A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ATASCADERO TO REAFFIRM THE GOALS OF THE CURRENT GENERAL PLAN AS A FOUNDATION TO THE YEAR 2000 GENERAL PLAN UPDATE PROCESS WHEREAS, the City of Atascadero has initiated an update of all elements of the General Plan; and, WHEREAS, the current General Plan is comprised of seven mandatory elements and four optional elements; and, WHEREAS, the General Plan update process will be based on the current General Plan goals; and, WHEREAS no amendments to the existing General Plan or its goals are proposed at this time and therefore no project exists that would be subject to the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act(CEQA); and, WHEREAS, the City Council held a Public Hearing, noticed for February 22, 2000, to allow public testimony concerning the reaffirmation of the General Plan's goals; and, NOW, THEREFORE,the City Council hereby reaffirms that the goals contained on Exhibit A, are the current goals of the General Plan of Atascadero and that they will serve as the foundation for the General Plan update process. t � n On motion by Council Member , and seconded by Council Member the foregoing resolution is hereby adopted: AYES: NOES: ABSTAIN: ABSENT: ADOPTED: By: Ray Johnson, Mayor Attest: Marcia McClure Torgerson, City Clerk Approved as to form: Roy A. Hanley, City Attorney Exhibit A: Reaffirmed Goals of the Atascadero General Plan Existing Land Use Element Goals 1. Protect and preserve the rural atmosphere of the community by assuring "elbow room" for residents by means of maintenance of large lots sizes which increase in proportion to distance beyond the urban core. 2. Provide for a sound economic base to sustain the city's unique character. 3. Preserve residential neighborhoods and respect the winding tree-lined nature of the street and road system. 4. Preserve the contours of the hills. Buildings built on hillsides shall conform to the topography using the slope of the land as the basis for the design of the structure. 5. Preserve natural flora and fauna. 6. Designate areas where livestock can be owned and maintained. 7. Provide for a comprehensive system of routes-to schools and parks which may include creekside trails. 8. Provide for walkways, horse trails, and bikeways without curbs and sidewalks in some rural areas. 9. Provide for a strong and distinctive downtown area. 10. Transform the existing EI Camino Real "strip" into distinctive, attractive and efficient commercial, office and industrial park areas which can provide for the long-term economic viability of the community. 11. Provide for adequate public services. Existing Circulation Element Goals 1. Provide for a balanced, safe, and efficient circulation system to serve all segments of the community, while continuing to preserve the rural character. 2. Provide and promote alternative modes of travel, particularly for commute trips. 3. Provide adequate regional facilities to minimize thru-traffic intrusion on local streets and to avoid barriers to local traffic. 4. Enhance access to and travel within the downtown area of Atascadero. Existing Housing Element Goals None, only policies and programs. Existing Conservation Element Goals 1. Plan and manage to prevent or correct degradation of the environment. l: v Existing Open Space Element Goals 1. Scenic and sensitive land including creeks, riparian corridors, wetlands and other areas of significant habitat value shall be protected from destruction, overuse, and misuse by the use of zoning, tax incentives, easements, or fee acquisition. 2. Tree-covered hills shall be preserved to retain the distinctive scenic quality of the community. 3. Watershed areas of Atascadero shall be protected. Existing Noise Element Goals 1. Protect the citizens of Atascadero from the harmful and annoying effects of exposure to excessive noise. 2. Protect the economic base of Atascadero by preventing incompatible land uses from encroaching upon existing or planned noise-producing uses. 3. Preserve the tranquility of residential areas by preventing the encroachment of noise-producing uses. 4. Educate residents concerning the effects of exposure to excessive noise and the methods available for minimizing such exposure. 5. Avoid or reduce noise impacts through site planning and project design, giving second preference to the use of noise barriers and/or structural modifications to buildings containing noise-sensitive land uses. Draft Safety Element Goals 1. Attain a high level of emergency preparedness. 2. Reduce the threat to life, structures and the environment caused by fire. 3. Reduce damage to structures and the danger to life caused by flooding, dam inundation, and other water hazards. 4. Minimize the potential for loss of life and property resulting from geologic and seismic hazards. 5. Reduce the potential for harm to individuals and damage to the environment from radiation hazards, hazardous materials, electromagnetic fields, radon, and hazardous trees. Existing Downtown Element Goals 1. To enhance downtown's role as a retail and business center for the city. 2. To reinforce downtown's role as a community focal point. 3. To enhance the image of downtown Atascadero as a source of community pride. Is Existing Parks and Recreation Element Goals 1. Purchase needed parklands for future development of park and recreation facilities. J 2. Provide an adequate supply of City park facilities to all Atascadero residents. 3. Provide some specialized recreation opportunities in each quadrant of the City, including, but not limited to, swimming pools, multi-purpose sports complex, tennis courts, recreation center, play areas for children, equestrian trails, bike and jogging paths, and community center. 4. Provide a wide range of recreational activities and creative experiences for all age groups, designed to encourage and educate participants in today's leisure society while still striving to achieve their desired degree of self-fulfillment. 5. Develop a method of financing park and recreation facilities and services throughout the City using a variety of revenue sources. Existing Economic Element Goals 1. Protection and promotion of the overall commercial service and retail business sectors of the local economy to promote Local patronage, strong performance in satisfying local demand for goods and services, and the creation of entry level jobs. 2. Promotion of the downtown core area to preserve its historic function as the City's commercial center, to improve the community's entertainment and recreation attractions, and to promote tourism and the traveler industry as a growth industry in the community. 3. Recruitment of new commercial services and business enterprises which will broaden the City's economic base, improve the local availability of goods and services, and improve and promote the economic viability of existing businesses. 4. Support for the development of industrial areas that lead to the recruitment or development of high technology, emerging technology, and professional service businesses that will provide the community with a base of moderate and high salary career-oriented jobs. 5. To provide the resources from business activity and increasing tax revenues to support the community's high level of environmental, social, and educational quality,,and to maintain and improve the City's infrastructure. Existing Fiscal Element Goals None, only policies and programs. ITEM NUMBER: C-3 ' DATE: 02/22/2000 Iola 1979 :,ATt1�CADEROi/ Atascadero City Council City Manager's Office Information Bulletin A. Employee Update Brent Wells P/T Recreation Leader Hired 1/15/2000 Jonnie Santiago P/T Recreation Leader Hired 1/15/2000 Lisa Buscher P/T Recreation Leader Resigned 12/7/1999 Amanda Claud Zoo Camp Instructor Resigned 12/7/1999 Scottie Dean Zoo Cashier Resigned 12/7/1999 Alan Metzler Relief Animal Keeper Resigned 12/7/1999 Stephanie Bynum P/T Recreation Leader Hired 1/15/2000 Jennifer Little P/T Recreation Leader Hired 2/3/2000 Steve Kahn Public Works Director Hired 2/7/2000 Gary Wilms Building Inspector II Hired 2/8/2000 John Cole Sr. Police Officer Military Leave 1/15/2000 Frank Stone Temp. Building Inspector Resigned 2/3/2000 Dan Fleming Intern Administrative Services Resigned 2/4/2000 Patricia Schulz Office Assistant III Resigned 2/2/2000 L � �