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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 0127/012806 Approved 3/14/06 ,*be CITY OF A TASCADERO cm CITY COUNCIL Strategic Planning Workshop MINUTES Friday and Saturday, January 27 - 28, 2006 Friday 7 OOP M — 9 OOP M Saturday 8 30 AM — 3 00 P M Atascadero City Hall, Conference Room 4 6907 EI Camino Real, Atascadero, CA FRIDAY %%W Mayor O'Malley called the Workshop to order at 7 00 p m ROLL CALL Present: Council Members Clay, Luna, Pacas, Scalise and Mayor O'Malley Staff Present: City Manager Wade McKinney, Assistant City Manager Jim Lewis, Assistant to the City Manager / City Clerk Marcia Torgerson, Administrative Services Director Rachelle Rickard, Community Development Director Warren Frace, Public Works Director Steve Kahn, Police Chief John Couch, Fire Chief Kurt Stone, and City Attorney Patrick Enright. Facilitator- Dr Bill Mathis, and Janice Mathis, Associate COMMUNITY FORUM Mr Moen, stated that he wants the Council to address citizens' needs, such as nice restaurants and smart growth Approved 3/14/06 Joan O'Keefe, urged the Council to enforce the sign ordinance or change the guidelines, require development to contribute to our infrastructure, and develop a master plan for Stadium Park. Jim Patterson, stated that he is impressed with the Council's strategic planning process He encouraged the Council to partner with the County with projects such as the re-location of the library and the creation of a Performing Arts Center Mayor O'Malley closed the Community Forum. Council Discussion Items. Dr Mathis explained the strategic planning process, and listed the City Council issues that would be discussed during this workshop Accomplishments of 2005 The Council listed accomplishments they thought were the best of 2005 • Youth Center plans ,,, • Re-location of City Street Yard / clean up of former wastewater plant • Downtown improvements • Public safety— staffing and trucks • New City Hall • Sunken Gardens • Non-lethal weapons to control crime • Road program • Advancement of Redevelopment Agency • San Gabriel signal Major Concerns and Possible Solutions The Council listed some of their major concerns and possible solutions, including fiscal issues, sales tax revenue, youth alcohol abuse, division of Council, public safety enforcement, youth activities, theater in the downtown, and pride in our community CC Strategic Planning Workshop January 27-28, 2006 Minutes Page 2 of 5 Approved 3/14/06 Council Discussion of City Issues The Council discussed the following City issues • Economic development • Land use • Public safety • Financial stability • Infrastructure / Roads • Organizational capacity • Housing • Recreational facilities Council Values The Council discussed their values as guidelines for staff • Transparency— being open and honest • Customer Service — legendary and pro-active • Courage • Professionalism *%r SATURDAY Mayor O'Malley called the meeting to order at 8 30 p m PUBLIC COMMENT Mitch Paskin asked the Council to accept San Marcos Road into the City Road Maintenance System before construction is completed Mayor O'Malley closed Public Comment period. Role of the Mayor • Ceremonial • Facilitates consensus • Point person with the press • Shouldn't force a Council Member to speak • Assist with the public process • Conducts efficient meetings CC Strategic Planning Workshop January 27-28, 2006 Minutes Page 3 of 5 Approved 3/14/06 Progress of Council Strategic Initiatives The City Manager and Executive Management Team uses a PowerPoint presentation to share with the Council the progress made on the City Council Strategic Initiatives The City Council also discussed the Initiatives and reaffirmed them for the 2006-07 year The Strategic Initiatives are 1 Enhance Public Safety 2 Improve the City's Financial Condition 3 Construct the Youth/Community Center 4 Continue the Emphasis on Road Maintenance 5 Repair the Historic City hall Building Public Workshops / Study Sessions The Council asked for more Study Sessions for larger development projects to allow for more public input. Accessory Structures Staff explained to the Council the issues which have emerged regarding accessory buildings and second units There was Council consensus to bring this issue back to a Council meeting for discussion and consideration of possible options for solutions. PUBLIC COMMENT Jim Patterson, told the Council that he appreciates Mayor O'Malley's positive platform He also asked the Council to focus on issues in a regional fashion, as the County is in the same financial situation as the City and they should work together Andy Charnley, stated that Atascadero's customer service has improved over the last 3 years He offered to help the City with upcoming community projects, as he donates from $50,000 - $100,000 annually to local projects Sandy Jack, said that he appreciates all the work the Council does Keith Mathias, Rottman Group, said that he's been acquiring property for over 2 Y2 years, and looks forward to working with the City of Atascadero "err CC Strategic Planning Workshop January 27-28, 2006 Minutes Page 4 of 5 Approved 3/14/06 Community Development Update �r Staff updated the Council on current projects There was Council consensus to direct staff to bring back and Ordinance concerning Inclusionary Housing The Council suggested this be conducted at a Study Session Adjournment. 2 00 p.m MINUTES PREPARED BY Marcia McClure Torgerson, C M C City Clerk/Assistant to the City Manag r low CC Strategic Planning Workshop January 27-28, 2006 Minutes Page 5 of 5