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MINUTES
OCTOBER 30, 1990
Mayor Lilley called the meeting to order- at 7:05 p .m. The Pledge
of Allegiance was led by Councilman Nimmo .
ROLL CALL:
Present : Councilmembers Shiers, Nimmo , Dexter ,
Borgeson and Mayor Lilley
Also Present : Muriel Korba, City Treasurer and Lee Dayka,
City Clerk
Staff Present : Ray Windsor , City Manager ; Art Montandon,
City Attorney; Henry Engen, Community
Development Director ; Greg Luke, Public
Works Director ; Andy Takata, Director of
Parks, Recreation and Zoo ; Mark Joseph ,
Administrative Services Director ; Mike Hicks,
Fire Chief; Bud McHale, Police Chief
COUNCIL COMMENTS:
Councilwoman Borgeson congratulated the Department of Parks,
Recreation and Zoo for hosting the successful "Haunted House"
during Halloween. Andy Takata clarified that congratulations
should be extended to the Atascadero Jaycees, acknowledging that
it had been a joint effort .
Councilman Dexter noted that the City Manager , along with City
department heads and members of Council , had initiated "Pride
Daze" and invited others to participate in the clean-up of the
downtown.
Mayor Lilley reported that he, along with Councilman Nimmo ,
Councilman Dexter , the City Clerk , the Community Development
Director , Fire Chief and Police Chief, had attended the Annual
League of California Cities Convention in Anaheim the previous
week . The mayor relayed that there seems to be a major war afoot
between the State Legislature and local governments as to how to
fund County government . He reported that decisions made in
Sacramento have put that funding onto cities and indicated that
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the cities are resisting those efforts.
PROCLAMATION:
Mayor Lilley read the following Proclamations:
"Hospice Month" , November 1990 - Mayor Lilley commented that
it was a pleasure to recognize the work of Hospice
volunteers and asked the community to support their efforts.
"Key Club Week" , November 4-10, 1990 - Mayor Lilley
presented the proclamation to Nicole Lowe, Key Club
Representative.
"Pornography Awareness Week" , October 28 - November 4,
1990
COMMUNITY FORUM:
Ray Jansen, 6655 Country Club Drive, read a prepared statement
urging the acquisition of Stadium Park .
A. CONSENT CALENDAR:
Mayor Lilley read the Consent Calendar :
1 . SEPTEMBER 25, 1990 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
2. OCTOBER 4, 1990 JOINT CITY COUNCIL/PLANNING COMMISSION
MINUTES
3. OCTOBER 131 1990 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES (Special Meeting )
4. RESOLUTION NO. 118-90 - ENCOURAGING THE APPLICATION OF WATER
CONSERVATION METHODS
5. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 09-89 AND TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 21-89,
8555 EL CORTE - Consideration of Findings and Conditions of
Approval for proposal to subdivide six existing lots of 21
acres into 73 lots for single-family homes ( including one
common lot ) (Bunnell Development Co . ) (Cont ' d from 10/9/90)
6. QRDINANCE NO. 211 - ZONE CHANGE 15-89, 8555 EL CORTE-
Proposed amendment of language of the Planned Development
Overlay Zone No . 6 (PD6) applicable to 21 acres at subject
address (Bunnell ) (Second Reading & Adoption) (Cont ' d from
10/9/90)
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7. RESOLUTION NO. , 119-90 - ENDORSING DESIGNATION OF THE CENTRAL
COAST NATIONAL MARINE SANCTUARY
B. RENAMING OF TRAFFIC WAY PARK
The mayor indicated that the Community Development Director had
requested that items A-5 and A-6 be removed from the Consent
Calendar . Councilwoman Borgeson asked that item A-e be pulled
for discussion.
MOTION: By Councilman Dexter and seconded by Councilman Nimmo
to approve items A-1 , A-2, A-3, A-4, and A-7; motion
unanimously carried .
Discussions followed .
5. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 09-89 AND TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 21-89,
8555 EL CORTE - Consideration of Findings and Conditions of
Approval for proposal to subdivide six existing lots of 21
acres into 73 lots for single-family homes ( including one
common lot ) (Bunnell Development Co . ) (Cont ' d from 10/9/90)
6. ORDINANCE NO. 211 - ZONE CHANGE 15-890 8555 EL CORTE-
Proposed amendment of language of the Planned Development
Overlay Zone No . 6 (PD6) applicable to 21 acres at subject
address (Bunnell ) (Second Reading & Adoption) (Cont 'd from
10/9/90)
Henry Engen reported that at the October 9, 1990 meeting , the
Council had approved , on first reading , the zoning change which
eliminated the 960 ' contour elevation constraint on heights of
buildings built below it . He indicated that the planned
development had been approved , but at a lower density of 72 units
rather than 77 units; and that Council had directed staff to
bring back revised conditions of approval . The Community
Development Director outlined the re-design and indicated which
of the five homes had been deleted from the original application.
Additionally, Mr . Engen noted specific language pertaining to the
Conditional Use Permit and Tentative Map had been amended to
reflect the redesign.
Councilwoman Borgeson made reference to a letter dated October
30, 1990 submitted by Jay Peterson, read a portion of that letter
and asked the City Attorney for direction. Mr . Montandon
reported that he disagreed with the opinion of Mr . Peterson and
advised that the Council was not violating any codes. The City
Attorney clarified that the matter (pursuant to Section 9-1 . 111
of the Atascadero Municipal Code governing appeals of the City
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Council ) does not have to go back to the Planning Commission
because it had been affirmed in part . He also stated that the
Conditional Use Permit is considered a master plan for the
project and does not require an overlay plan. The Community
Development Director concurred with the City Attorney ' s
assessment of the use permit ' s purpose as a master plan for
development .
Councilman Shiers remarked that when he had voted for the project
before he had anticipated that the houses that would be
eliminated would be ones that were fairly close to the 960 '
contour line and stated that for this reason he did not support
the redesign.
Councilwoman Borgeson stated that perhaps the map should have
been denied and sent back to the Planning Commission so that
Council concerns could have been addressed .
Councilman Nimmo commented that the Council had asked the
applicant to reduce the project by five units and had not
indicated the location of any of the homes to removed . He stated
that the developer had acted in good faith and that it would be
unfair to dictate which homes should be eliminated .
Councilman Dexter remarked that the developer had shown a spirit
of cooperation by the elimination of one home just below the 960
foot elevation.
Councilwoman Borgeson stated that she thought the Council had
given unclear direction as it relates to the appeal .
Mayor Lilley recalled that the original appeal was a request for
a density greater than the current plan reflects and noted that
the applicant had been agreeable to the reduction of five homes.
Councilwoman Borgeson reiterated that the zoning had been changed
under a previous Council and clarified that the map for 7e units
was bought by Mr . Bunnell , who then requested a density of 77
units.
MOTION: By Councilman Nimmo and seconded by Councilman Dexter
to approve Condition Use Permit 09-89 and Tentative
Tract Map el-89 at 8555 E1 Corte; motion carried 4: 1
with Councilman Shiers opposing . (NOTES Please see
Pages 8-9 for clarification of this vote. )
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MOTION: By Councilman Dexter and seconded by Councilman Nimmo
to adopt Ordinance 211 on second reading , by title
only; motion carried 4: 1 by roll call vote, with
Councilman Shiers voting in opposition.
8. RENAMING OF TRAFFIC WAY PARK
Councilwoman Borgeson, who had removed - this item from the Consent
Calendar for further discussion, reported that she had spoken
with Andy Takata about the naming of this park and noted that the
playing field had been known for many years as the "Henderson
Park" . She added that some of the Henderson family was still
residing in the community and expressed interest in keeping that
name for at least the playing fields.
Councilman Nimmo commented that , while he did not recall the park
ever being referred to as the "Henderson Park" , he had no
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objections to the name and spoke highly of Mr . Earl Henderson.
Mayor Lilley stated that he concurred with staff recommendation
to develop a policy for naming parks for something other than
individuals and naming playing fields for individuals in
recognition of the commitments to the City.
Public Comment:
Jerry Clay, of Atascadero , noted that there were three fields
named after three different individuals: Earl Henderson, Bill
Willhoit and Mr . Healy. He requested that if one name was
continued to be used , that all three names be used .
Councilwoman Borgeson agreed with the mayor ' s comments.
MOTION: By Councilman Dexter and seconded by Councilwoman
Borgeson to name ball fields after individuals and that
the names of parks include the street name or other
geographical identification; motion unanimously
carried .
B. HEARINGS/APPEARANCES :
1 . BENCH PROPERTY PURCHASE AGREEMENT (Parcel 3 of Tentative
Parcel Map AT 88-307) (Requires 4/5 Vote)
A. Resolution No. 120-90 - Resolution of Necessity
Mayor Lilley announced that this matter was on the agenda to
allow Mr . and Mrs. Tom Bench to object , if they so desire, to a
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possible condemnation of their property for a fee of $65,000
involving the parcel of property located in the creekbed
adjoining their home. He stated that it was also open for public
comment as to the City ' s appropriateness to acquire the property
by way of condemnation. He clarified that the Council had not
made a decision and that this negotiation was a prelude to
determining whether or not they will make a decision.
The City Manager made a correction to the staff report indicating
that the Community Development Director ' s name on the letter of
transmittal should be stricken and changed to the City Attorney.
He reported that the matter comes before Council in this format
in order to comply with statutory requirements relating to
eminent domain proceedings for possible acquisition and the
adoption of a resolution of necessity.
Council then directed questions to staff. The Public Works
Director responded to questions relating to the Curbaril right-
of-way, noting that it is an established Colony road and that
historically the City has proceeded as if the Colony right-of-
ways are, in fact , City right-of-ways.
Mr . Engen reported that development of the creek property would ,
in addition to meeting necessary building permit requirements,
have to gain approval from the Department of Fish & Game.
The City Attorney pointed out that passage of the Resolution of
Necessity would require a 4/5 vote.
Public Comments :
George Luna, 10600 San Marcos Road , spoke as a private citizen.
He remarked that the staff report seemed "a done deal " and
opposed eminent domain proceedings. He added that there was no
need to purchase the property.
Joan Okeefe, 9985 Old Morro Road East , objected to the City ' s
purchase of the property because it was a non-buildable lot , was
not a part of the Circulation Element and would not promote the
kind of recreation the City wants for its ' young .
Mari Mackey, urged Council not to approve the resolution and
stated that it was inappropriate for the City to spend any money
on the property at this time.
Ellen Heinz , 7555 Carmelita, opposed the City ' s purchase of the
Bench property and urged Council to use its ' funds for other park
projects.
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Bob Powers, 7505 Carmelita, also opposed the acquisition and
commented that there were other areas of a higher priority.
Joe Ramirez , 5405 Mercedes, stated that he represented tennis
players of the community and pointed out that the City is not
currently meeting their needs. He asked that the proposed funds
be used to provide recreational space for tennis rather than on
the Bench property acquisition.
Larry Sherwin, 2755 Campo Road , spoke in favor of the purchase
noting that the creek property was part of E.G. Lewis ' plan for
the community.
Virginia Powers, 7505 Carmelita, asserted that the proposed
resolution does not exhibit public interest or necessity and
declared that the acquisition would represent a waste of
taxpayer ' s money.
Marty Kudlac , 4740 Del Rio , addressed Council as a private
citizen and gave support to the property purchase. He debated
comments of others and urged adoption of the resolution
initiating eminent domain proceedings.
Sarah Gronstrand , 7620 Del Rio Road , voiced concern over the
matter and asked the Council to listen to the expertise of its '
staff. She added that she thought it was unseemly for Planning
Commissioners to lobby the Council and asked that money be
appropriated for the purchase.
Ron Mathias, 9195 Curbaril , opposed the purchase and asked the
City to spend the money on tennis courts instead .
Don Saueressig , 10735 San Marcos Road , commented that he believed
the acquisition to be of a low priority and stated that there was
no expenditures budgeted for this purchase. Additionally, Mr .
Saueressig shared with Council his version of a traffic plan and
outlined the area that would be best suited by a bridge.
Celia Moss, 8040 Coromar , debated the level of priority this
purchase would represent and stated that if Council were to
approve it , they would be setting a precedent .
Olive Bishop , 7655 Carmelita, opposed the purchase at this time
and urged Council to wait until the property is needed for actual
construction of a bridge.
Individual Council comments followed .
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Councilman Dexter affirmed that he would not be voting with any
one particular group and could not , in clear conscience, vote to
purchase the Bench property.
Councilman Nimmo observed that the Bench property is not under
threat of development and stated that there were other areas of
higher importance.
Mayor Lilley voiced his commitment to the Creekway Plan and
quoted the General Plan as it relates to easements and
acquisition. He commented that the easement is adequate and saw
no necessity for condemnation.
Councilwoman Borgeson stated that the General Plan recommends
j that , whenever possible, the City purchase creekway property and
asserted that the opportunity comes along once in a lifetime.
Ms. Borgeson also commented that policy is made at the Budget
Hearings and that is where priority was set for the acquisition
of park land and open space.
Councilman Shiers stressed that the City has the opportunity to
purchase the property at a price below market appraisal and that
it may not have the chance again. He emphasized that the only
way to protect the land , creekway and ecosystem for future
generations is by acquiring the property. Councilman Shiers
acknowledged that although the property may not currently be in
danger of imminent 2development , it may be so in the future and
reiterated his support of the purchase.
MOTION: By Councilman Dexter to deny the Resolution No . 120-90.
Councilman Nimmo raised a point of order noting that
the only appropriate motion would be to adopt the
resolution and clarified that absent such a motion, the
matter would then die.
Councilman Dexter withdrew his motion.
MOTION: By Councilwoman Borgeson and seconded by Councilman
Shiers to adopt Resolution No . 120-90; motion failed
2:3.
Mayor Lilley called for a recess at 8s45 p.m. The meeting was
reconvened at 9:02 p.m.
Councilwoman Borgeson requested a change in the recordation of
her vote relating to Consent Calendar #A-5. She indicated she
had inadvertently voted "Yes" and wished her vote to be recorded
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as a "No" .
2. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 10-90! 6905 EL CAMINO REAL-
Consideration of appeal by Gaylen Little of signage
conditions approved by the Planning Commission for the
Century Plaza Center (El Camino Associates)
Henry Engen gave a background report on the appeal and outlined
the applicant ' s request to enlarge the shopping center ' s existing
pedestal sign. He noted that staff recommended denial of the
appeal and upholding the conditions established by the Planning
Commission.
Public Comment:
Gaylen Little, appellant , apologized for not having been at the
Planning Commission hearing and indicated that he might have been
able to eliminate some of the concerns. He noted that he
concurred with the other recommendations (Exhibit I ) made by
staff, which included a re-design of the proposed bowling alley
sign. He also explained the reasons why he was appealing
conditions 2(a) and 2(b ) pertaining to the existing pedestal sign
and stressed the importance of listing the anchor tenants on the
sign. Mr . Little indicated that to avoid theft of the removable
letters used to advertise the cinema, he was seeking to maintain
a height of six and one-half feet from the base of the sign.
Henry Engen pointed out that condition #3, calling for a
demolition permit , would also be linked to the appeal . Mr .
Little clarified that he did not wish to demolish the present
Sign.
The mayor asked if the appellant was willing to go along with
architecturally what was previously approved in 1985. Mr .
Little indicated that he could soften the corners of the
requested sign to make it look more pleasing .
Councilman Shiers concurred with the Planning Commission ' s
decision, remarked that the style proposed in 1985 ties in with
the architectural layout of the plaza and added that the
existing sign detracts from it . In addition, he asked Mr .
Little if consideration had been given to electronic signage
advertising movie engagements. The developer replied that it had
not been considered and emphasized the cinema owner had already
invested in the present sign.
Councilwoman Borgeson agreed with Commissioners ' Johnson and
Lochridge, who felt that there was too much signage and supported
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their decision relating to architectural style.
Mayor Lilley also agreed with the Commission in their decision to
require the developer to return to the architectural style of
1985 and stated that there was a need for originality.
Councilman Dexter gave suggestions for remodeling the top end of
the proposed pedestal sign. Councilman Shiers opposed the use of
a pedestal sign.
Councilman Nimmo indicated that he did not object to a pedestal
sign but asked whether or not the proposed sign could be revised
without increasing the height of the sign. The appellant
indicated that he was willing to revise the sign and reiterated
his need for adequate height to avoid vandalism.
Councilman Dexter proposed landscaping at the base of the sign.
Mr . Little replied that additional vegetation could indeed be
planted there.
Henry Engen suggested that the existing non-conforming pedestal
sign be remodeled in accord with the architectural design
approved in 1985 and add a requirement that the base be
landscaped to give it the look of a monument sign.
MOTION: By Councilwoman Borgeson and seconded by Councilman
Shiers to deny the appeal ; motion failed 2:3.
Brief discussion followed .
MOTION: By Mayor Lilley and seconded by Councilman Dexter to
adopt the conditions approved with the exceptions of
2(a) and 2(b ) and modify those conditions to provide
for the remodeling of the existing monument sign to
retain its' present height and dimensions and be in
accord with the architectural details set forth in the
1985 approval for the project ; and should the sign be
pedestal in style, that it be landscaped subject to
staff approval . Motion carried 3:2 with Councilman
Shiers and Councilwoman Borgeson voting in opposition.
3. URGENCY ORDINANCE NO. 212 - EXTENSION OF CONDOMINIUM CONVER-
SION MORATORIUM ORDINANCE NO. 210 (Requires 4/5 Vote)
Mayor Lilley introduced the matter and asked the Community
Development Director to describe the necessity of extending the
urgency ordinance for twelve ( 12) months.
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Mr . Engen gave background and reported that the draft ordinance
had been presented to the City Attorney for legal review. He
stated that it was his hope to have the condominium conversion
ordinance go to hearing at the second Planning Commission meeting
in November and explained that the one year period was to
accommodate unforeseen continuances and/or revisions.
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Council comments followed . Councilwoman Borgeson and the mayor
both expressed concern for extending the moratorium for one year .
Mayor Lilley suggested shortening the time frame to six months
and asked Mr . Montandon if it would be necessary to continue the
matter as a result of such a modification. The City Attorney
noted no continuance was needed in order to make that change.
Councilman Nimmo stated that he was not prepared to go beyond six
months.
Public Comments :
Tom Vaughn, Vaughn Surveys, asked for an exemption from the
current extension of the moratorium for the four applications
which were in the pipeline as of September 25, 1990. He
indicated that there had already been a great deal of time
involved and that 60-day notice, as required by the Subdivision
Map Act , had been given.
Mayor Lilley expressed concern that tenants had been given notice
and asked for clarification. Mr . Vaughn stated that a Notice of
Intent had been filed, not a Termination of Tenancy .
Discussion followed relating to those applications for conversion
which were deemed incomplete. The Community Development Director
reported that staff was guided by the Permit Streamlining Act of
California in making the declaration of completeness.
Councilwoman Borgeson stated that some consideration be given to
two applications which were substantially complete. The City
Attorney noted that the original cut-off date determined was
justified by case law and statute. He stated that the ordinance
could be amended to exempt the two applications, but advised
against it because of complexity and the added fact that one of
those applications had withdrawn.
Mr . Engen emphasized that the reason behind the moratorium
ordinance is the desire to not process conversions without
standards and stated that even though it might seem a bit brutal ,
it is consistent with declaring an emergency that needs instant
attention.
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Councilwoman Borgeson stated that she was in agreement with both
the City Attorney and the Community Development Director .
Geraldine Brasher , 3202 Monterey Road , spoke in favor of
extending the moratorium for a period of six months.
MOTION: By Councilwoman Borgeson and seconded by Councilman
Shiers to approve interim Ordinance No . 212 extending
the condominium conversion moratorium for up to six
months; motion unanimously passed by roll call vote.
4. HEARING TO CONSIDER REVOCATION OF CITY BUSINESS LICENSE
#90216 8052 CRISTOBAL (R & S Plumbing) (Cont 'd from 9/25/90)
Henry Engen reported that Mrs. Brard had picked up the Transfer
of Business License papers and asked that the matter be continued
to the meeting of November 27, 1990.
MOTION: By Councilwoman Borgeson and seconded by Councilman
Shiers to continue the matter until November 27, 1990;
motion carried .
C. REGULAR BUSINESS:
1 . LOCAL WATER RESOURCES REVIEW
A. Questions raised at the Special Meeting held October
13, 1990
B. Proposal for Water Resources Study
Greg Luke, Public Works Director , gave a brief introduction and
indicated that he would be happy to respond to questions relating
to his staff report .
Mayor Lilley thanked the Public Works Director for his in-depth ,
informative report . He stated that he would have difficulty
authorizing a study to determine if the mechanical operation of
the Water Company is as it ought to be. He indicated that he
did , however , believe that the City has an obligation, in light
of the drought , to do some independent study and suggested a
cooperative regional study along with Paso Robles and Templeton.
Councilwoman Borgeson referred to items #1 and #3 of Mr . Luke ' s
staff report ( Item C-1-B) and expressed support for his
recommendations. She also suggested that it be proposed to the
Water Company that it allow an ex-officio representative from the
City to attend its ' meetings to establish rapore between the two .
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Councilman Shiers stressed the importance of bringing the Water
Company in to participate in the study. The Public Works
Director emphasized the need to develop management strategies and
concurred that the process could not go any further without the
cooperation of the Water Company.
Public Comments:
Doug Lewis, of Atascadero , suggested that the City, if it owns a
substantial amount of property, have a representative on the
Atascadero Mutual Water Board of Directors. In addition, he
pondered where it was that the reported millions of gallons of
water per day go that is used by the Chalk Mountain Golf Course
and if some of that could be reclaimed .
James Patterson, 9312 N. Santa Margarita Road , reported that he
owned a nursery in the City and has been following the drought
situation across the State for quite some time. He voiced
support for the direction in which the City was moving to assess
the situation on a regional basis and urged the City Council to
take a lead roll in establishing a Water Management Plan to
ensure water resources for the community.
Eric Greening , 7365 Val-le, relayed a word of caution relating to
the Statewide Water Project and asked that the City not assume
that it is guaranteed .
Fred Frank , 3615 Ardilla, supported the comments of Mr . Patterson
and urged Council to take advantage of a $10,000 contract to get
a good , ball park estimate of what reliable resources are
available to the City.
Dennis Loftus, 4885 Arizona, implored the City Council to send a
message to the Water Company asking them to give the City a plan
the people can live with .
Jerry Clay, 7285 Sycamore road , spoke on behalf of the Water
Company, stated they were doing a good job and that the rates
were very good compared to other cities. In addition, he agreed
with others who stressed the importance of having a liaison
person between the City and Water Company.
Nancy Rice, 4245 Arena, remarked that the Water Company has not
planned well and emphasized that water conservation is important .
Councilwoman Borgeson noted that the Council does not have the
benefit of reliable information at the present time and gave
support to authorizing the funds for a study of water resources.
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She added that if there is not enough water , the Council should
not continue to allow new construction.
Councilman Shiers remarked that other cities are much farther
ahead of Atascadero with respect to actions in dealing with
drought ( i .e. , moratoriums, low flow fixtures, etc . ) and agreed
that it was time to hire a consultant to conduct a limited
investigation.
MOTION: By Councilman Shiers and seconded by Councilwoman
Borgeson to request staff to 1 ) prepare a request for
proposal to hire a private consultant to conduct a
limited investigation on the long-term yield of the
basin in the vicinity of the Water District ' s well
field and 2) to further investigate the option of
encourage and participating in a large long-range water
quality and water supply study conducted by the
Department of Water Resources.
Discussion of the motion followed :
Mayor Lilley asserted that it was time the City started
developing and exercising a conservation program that
patterns water use that is consistent with the environment .
He added that , in addition to considering a request for
proposal for a study, the City must encourage water
responsibility among the citizens, independent from what the
Water Company decides to do .
Councilman Nimmo asked for clarification of a " limited
investigation" . The Public Works Director reported that it
would be a desk top study to provide an overview of what the
reaction of the groundwater basin has been during the past
four years of drought and what it is likely to be with
increased pumping . Mr . Luke reiterated that the efficiency
of the study will be greatly increased if the City can work
cooperatively with the Water Company.
A vote on the motion followed . Motion carried 4: 1 with
Councilman Nimmo opposing .
MOTION: By Councilman Dexter and seconded by Councilman Nimmo
to extend the meeting past 11 :00 p .m. ; motion carried .
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2. BACKYARD BURNING RESTRICTIONS ORDINANCE
Chief Hicks gave a brief report noting that he was seeking
Council feedback on establishing a local ordinance regulating
backyard burning .
Council , by consensus, directed staff to prepare a formal
ordinance for Council consideration.
3. BID #90-11 - AWARD THREE-YEAR LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE CONTRACT
FOR CITY PARK PROPERTIES
Andy Takata gave staff report and recommended that the bid be
formally awarded to Banner Landscapes of San Luis Obispo . Mr .
Takata responded to questions from Council noting that Banner
Landscape was a licensed contractor and had agreed to do all the
work proposed. In addition, Mark Joseph indicated that Banner
Landscape had adequate insurance.
Public Comment :
Frank Grim, Frank Grim Mowing Service, pointed out that even
though his contract had expired in July, he had been willing to
continue the service on a month to month basis and asked Council
to renew his contract because he is a local resident .
MOTION: By Councilman Shiers and seconded by Councilwoman
Borgeson to follow the staff recommendation and award
Bid No . 907 in the amount of $2,700 per month for a
three year contract to Banner Landscape; motion passed
5:0 by roll call vote.
4. ELEVATOR MAINTENANCE CONTRACT RENEWAL
Andy Takata requested a continuance on this matter indicating
that he would be meeting with Tri-County Elevators on Friday,
November 2, 1990.
D. INDIVIDUAL DETERMINATION AND/OR ACTION:
1. City Council :
A. Committee Reports (The informative status reports were
given, as follows) :
1 . City/School Committee - The City Manager reported that
the committee had met two weeks prior and announced
that the next meeting would be in December . Councilman
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Dexter reported the discussion had related to
City/County funding policies.
2. North Coastal Transit/S.L.O. Area Coordinating
Council - No report .
3. Traffic Committee - No report .
4. Solid/Hazardous Waste Mgmt. Committee - Councilman
Nimmo announced the next meeting date as November 1 ,
1990.
5. Recycling Committee - Councilman Shiers reported that
the committee had formed three subcommittees and had
composed a letter to the business sector of the
community. He also stated that the chairperson was
seeing to it that there was more public notice in the
local newspaper regarding the meetings.
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6. Economic Opportunity Commission - Councilman Dexter
gave a brief report noting the success of some of the
programs, i .e. Headstart and Family Planning .
7. H. I .A. - The City Manager reported that he had received
a request from the Joyful Noise Committee (Christmas
decorations) asking that the City share the cost of
equipping poles for lighting. Mr . Windsor recommended
approval and Council gave consent .
2. City Attorney
Mr . Montandon reported that he was researching issues related to
the delayed annexation fee of $850 currently due for each parcel
in the Separado-Cayucos Assessment District . He stated that he
was hoping to come back in thirty days with a report and asked
that , for that period , no fines or liens be imposed for late
payments.
3. City Clerk
The Clerk asked for Council direction relating to the
recruitments for two citizen members-at-large on the Traffic
Committee and for youth representatives on the Traffic Committee,
Recycling Committee and the Parks & Recreation Commission. She
indicated that there had been only a minimal response to each .
By common consensus, Council directed the Clerk to extend the
recruitments.
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4. City Treasurer
Muriel Korba reported that a $99,000 CD had been transferred from
Downey Savings & Loan to Century Federal Savings & Loan on
October 16, _ 1990. She indicated that even though the former
institution ' s interest rate would have been going down, Century
Federal ' s negotiated rate was locked in for a year at 8.45%.
Additionally, Ms. Korba reported that an annual investment policy
is required by law and that it will , following her attendance at
a weekend workshop , be presented in time to be adopted by January
1991 .
5. City Manager
Mr . Windsor requested that a date be set for the next joint study
session with the Planning Commission. Council agreed to schedule
the meeting for Thursday, November 29, 1990 at 6:00 p.m. to
receive the Fiscal Plan presentation.
The City Manager also requested a closed session to discuss
personnel matters. It was agreed that this meeting would take
place on Wednesday, October 31 , 1990 at 5:00 p .m.
MOTION: By Councilman Dexter and seconded by Councilman Nimmo
to adjourn to closed session on October 31 , 1990 for
the purpose of discussion relating to personnel
matters. Motion unanimously carried .
THE MEETING WAS ADJOURNED AT 11 :30 P.M.
MINUTES RECORDED AND TRANSCRIBED BY:
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