HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 033099 - Joint Mtng Approved as submitted
DATE: 04/27/99
MINUTES
CITY OF ATASCADERO
CITY COUNCIL,
PLANNING COMMISSION
PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION
JOINT WORKSHOP
Tuesday, March 30, 1999, 7:00 p.m.
City Hall, Rotunda Room
4th floor
Mayor Johnson called the workshop to order at 7:00 p.m. and Chairman Butz led the Pledge of
Allegiance.
ROLL CALL:
Council Member Clay Commissioner Jeanes Commissioner Kock
Council Member Lerno Commissioner Bentz Commissioner Herron
Council Member Luna Commissioner Eddings Commissioner Dempsey
Mayor Pro Tem Arrambide Commissioner Fonzi Commissioner Kudlac
Mayor Johnson Commissioner Zimmerman Vice Chairman Hood
Vice Chairman Clark Chairman Butz
Chairman Carden
All the Council Members and Commissioners listed above were present.
IV. APPROVAL OF AGENDA: Roll Call
MOTION and second to approve the agenda.
Motion passed unanimously by a voice vote.
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V. COMMUNITY FORUM:
Eric Greening, 6600 Lewis Ave., gave the Council and Commissioners his opinion for the
timeline of the progress on Stadium Park. He suggested that there should be one environmental
determination with a unified plan.
Rush Kolemaine, P.O. Box 1990, suggested that the Council accept public comment on each
item during this meeting.
VI. WELCOME:
Mayor Johnson welcomed the Commissioners and thanked them for attending.
VII. INTRODUCTION OF COUNCIL MEMBERS/COMMISSIONERS:
City Manager Wade McKinney explained how we see ourselves and how others see us. He then
asked the workshop to break up into pairs with someone they don't know well and interview
them. Each member was to ask the other the following 3 questions:
1. Personal background.
2. Why did you become involved in City government?
3. Give an example of some action you are proud of that your Council/Commission achieved?
When they came back together,they introduced each other to the rest of the members.
VIII. THE ROLE OF THE COMMISSIONS IN LOCAL GOVERNMENT:
Community and Economic Development Director Paul Saldana explained the role of
Commissions in local government. He explained that the Planning Commission gives advice to
the Council on land use issues. The Parks and Recreation Commission advises the Council on
park issues and recreation matters.
Community Services Director Brady Cherry explained that the role of staff is similar to the role
of Commissioners in the fact that they advise the Council. The staff serves as a liaison to the
Commissions and Council. He stated that staff's role is to bring the best information with
alternatives to the Commissions and Council for them to make the best decision.
IX. EXPECTATIONS AND NEEDS:
The Council and each Commission were asked to list their expectations of the other body.
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X. PRESENTATION OF EXPECTATIONS AND NEEDS:
Planning Commission
♦ Consideration and review of recommendations by commission
♦ Communication of short and long term goals of Council and priorities of those goals
♦ Vision of community
♦ Updates of what the Council is doing
♦ Council recognize work of the Commission
♦ How do goals relate to general plan
♦ Provide more information on City finances, directions and activities
♦ Can we call Council members? Can we communicate to council at meetings?
♦ Joint sessions on major items where Commission is providing advice on the item
Parks and Recreation Commission
♦ Would like to know the Council prioritizes Parks and Recreation services
♦ How seriously does the Council take Commission input?
♦ Re: communication, Does the Council value diversity of opinion?
♦ Hold/Continue annual Commission workshop—Need Feedback
s Suggest Commission input on budget development
♦ To share Commission goals with Council and receive comment, direction if applicable
♦ Would like Council attendance/participation in program events & services
♦ Encourage direct person to person dialogue (ALA George Beatie) when appropriate
♦ Become informed about Parks and Recreation issues and services—proactive
♦ Understand that the Commission sometimes plays and advocacy role
♦ Continue mutual respect and civility
Council
♦ Take staff position interface with public input as issue comes to Council
♦ Ability to see broader public concerns
♦ Critical thinking
♦ Balanced thinking
♦ Do homework
♦ Open minded about issues
♦ Be able to accept a Council vote that overturns a Commission recommendation
♦ No surprises
♦ Not counting votes—bring best recommendation from their perspective
♦ Treat public and staff in a respectful manner
♦ Give staff a heads up on questions that will be asked at meetings (to get more thorough
answer)
♦ When there is an issue with Council, ask for a meeting to resolve the issue.
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XI. COMMUNICATION ISSUES:
City Manager Wade McKinney explained that the City Council is responsible for setting policy
and the staff handles the day to day tasks and makes recommendations to the Council.
XII. DISCUSSION OF STRAGEGIC PLANNING ISSUES
Wade explained the Community Survey and reviewed the City Council's Strategic Planning
summary. (see attached)
XIII. ADJOURNMENT: 9:00 p.m.
The Council adjourned at 9:37 p.m. to their next scheduled regular meeting on April 13, 1999,
the Planning Commission will adjourn to their next scheduled regular meeting on April 6, 1999
and the Parks and Recreation Commission will adjourn to their next scheduled regular meeting
on April 15, 1999.
MINUTES PREPARED BY:
Marcia McClure Torgerson, City Clerk
ATTACHMENTS: City Council Strategic Planning Workshop notes, February 1999
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