HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda Packet 03/08/1988 CINDY WILKINS
DEPUTY CITY CLERK
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NOTE : THERE WILL BE A SPECIAL OPEN MEETING COMMENCING AT 5 : 30
P .M . IN THE CLUB ROOM FOR THE PURPOSE OF MEETING; WITH
EXECUTIVE SEARCH FIRM TO DISCUSS CITY MANAGER RECRUIT-
MENT.
A G E N D A
ATA'WCADERO CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
ATASCAD`ER4 ADMINISTRATION BUILDING
6500 PALMA
FOURTH FLOOR , ROTUNDA ROOM
MARCH 8 , ' 1988'
7: 30 P .M .
RULES OF PUBLIC PARTICIPATION:
Members of the audience may speak on any item on the agenda .
A person may ",speak for five ( 5) minutes .
No one may speak for, a second time until everyone wishing to
.speak has had an ,opportunity to do so.
No one may speak more than twice on any item.
* Council Members may question ,any speaker ; the speaker, may
respond , but , after the allotted time' has expired , may ;not
initiate further 'discussion .
The floor, will then be closed to public participation .and
open for, Council 'discussion .
Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll "all
City ,Council 'Comment
Proclamations - "Camp Fire Birthday Week" , March13-20 , 1988
- "American Associationof University Women
Week" , March ` 63- 12 , 1988
COMMITTEE REPORTS
(The following represents Ad Hoc or, Standing Committees .
Informative status reports- wi 1 l be given , as felt necessary .;)
I . City/School Committee 7 Pavilion Committee
2 North Coastal Transit S . Police Facility Commi tt`ee
3 . San Luis Obispo Area 9 . Atascaderc Lake Acquisition
Coordinating Council Committee
4 . Traffic Committee 10 . Tree Committee .
5 . Solid/Hazardous Waste 11 . Bicentennial Committee
Management Committee
G . Economic Opportunity Commission
Approximate Time -- 30 Minutes)
COMMUNITY FORUM: �
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The City Council values and encourages exchange of idem and
comments from you the citizen . The PublicComment Period is
provided to receive comments from the public on matters other
than scheduled agenda items . To increase the effectiveness of
Community Forum, the following rules will be enforced :
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* A maximum of 30 minutes will be allowed for Community Forum,
unless Council authorizes :an extension .
All t remarks shall be addressed to Council ; as a whole , and
not to any individual member• thereof .
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No person shall be permitted teed to make slanderous , profane
or personal remarks against any Council Member or -City
t,aft
Aoy person desiring to submit wr•i tt>rn statements may do
'o by forwarding to Counci 1 , prior to the Council Meeting ,
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nine ( 9) copies to the City Clerk by 5 . 00 p .m. on the
Wednesday pr -ceding the Council Meeting .
A . CONSENT CALENDAR
All matters listed under Item A Consent Calendar , are considered
to be r cutin"W , and wi 1 l be enacted by one motion in the form
listed b a l caw. There wi l 1 be no separate discussion on these
items . A member of the Council l or public may, by < request ,; have
.any item removed from the Consent Calendar , which shall then be
reviewed ewed nd acted upon separately after the adoption of the
Consent Calendar .
1 . Approval of February 22 , 1088 Special joint Counci 1 /AUSD
Board Meeting Minutes
2 . Approval of February 23 , 1988 Regular Council Minutes
3 . Approval ` of Tentative Parcel Pap '44--87 - 1909 'Triftic 'Way
( •James• ,Johnson/Cuesta Engineering)`
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4 . Purchase of surveying :and engineering vehicle :'
a . Adoption of Resolution No . 25-88 -- Authorizing City to
purchase vehicles r,s hrough State of CAA cooperative
purchasing agency
b . Authorize purchase of ._seep Cherokee vehicle through
State of CA cooperative purchasing bid
E . HEARINGS/APPEARA'•lCES/REPORTS:
(Approximate Time 20 DRinutes)
1 . Escu.ela del =Rio - Request for : waiver of Development Impact
Tax and fees
C. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
(Approximate Time - 5 Minutes)
1 . Authorization to enter into Contract of Employment for
Interim Administrative Services ' Director (Cont ' d from 2/9
and ;2/23/88)
( Approximate 'Time 15 Minutes)
2 . 'tytuM Report by City Attorney regarding Eeno' s pur•chas =_
agreement negotiations Verbal
(Approximate Time 5Minutes)
3 . El Camino Real and West Mall traffic signal Right-of-Way
Agreement with Mr . & Mrs . Ben Hoff
D . NEW, ,BUSI.NESS-7
(Approximate Time 20 Minutes)
1 . Receive reports from Recreation Department ( Requested by
Council at 2/23/88 Meeting)
•a Use of Paloma Creek Phase I bas.,bal1 diamonds
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b . Cost for use of lights by Atasc,adero Babe Reath ,at
^,lvcrd Field
(Approximate Time - 20 Minutes )
2 . Authorization to solicit request ;for proposals - Lewis Ave .
P_.ridge design
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E . ATASCADERO COUNTY SANITATION DISTRICT
(Approximate, Timw, - 10 Minutes)
1 . Award of ?ewer Ha ter• Plan Engineering A.9reement to CH ?M
Hill in an `amount not to exceed $24 , 900
F . INDIVIDUAL DETERMINATION
1 . City Council
2 . City Attorney
3 . City Clerk
4 . City Treasurer
a . City Manager`
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CAMP FIRE BIRTHDAY; WEEK
March 13-20, 1988
WHEREAS , Camp Fire , Inc .', the national youth organization ,
will be celebrating its 78th birthday on March 17 , 1988 ;, and
WHEREAS , Camp Fire councils in the State of Cal"ifornia offer
our young people the opportunity of informal educationalprograms
which combine group activitieswith the development of individual
talents , as well as offering flexible programming focused on
encouraging the life skills education for• young people of all
ages ; and
WHEREAS , as a community organization , ^Camp Fire is 'concerned
with preserving the envir•onmen't , adapting to social change, the
application of democratic standards and stimulating and guiding
young people ; and
WHEREAS , in Camp Fire , recognition of accomplishments is
combined with the encouragement to use developing skills to serve
others in the community ; and
WHEREAS , Camp Fire is commended for the opportunities its
programs offer to young people in the City of Atascadero and
throughout the nation and for the many services these 'young
people perform for, their• communities as Camp Fire members ;
NOW, THEREFORE , I Barbara Norris , Mayor of the City of
Atascader•o, do her•°eby officially proclaim March 13 to march 20,
1988 tobeCamp Fire Birthday Week in the City of Atascader•o.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF , I have hereunto set my hand and caused
the Great Seal of the City of Atascadero to be affixed at the
City Hall the day of March in the year of our .Lord, one
thousand , nine hundred and eighty-eight`.
CITY: OF ATASCAGERO
BARBARA NORR'IS , Mayor_
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AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF UNIVERSITY WOMEN WEEK
March 6-12, 1988
WHEREAS , the American Association of University Women (AAUW)
has existed in Atascadero for over 50 years ; and
and WHEREAS , the AAUW is an organization dedicated to education ;
WHEREAS , the AAUW supports the advancement of women , in-
volvement in community issues and 1 i fel ong learning ; and
WH-EREAS , the AAUW is committed to the freedoms of religion ,
speech , press and� a .semb.ly as the foundations of democracy ; and
WHEREAS , the AAUW is in its ::second century as a national
organization ; and
WHEREAS , the AAUW celebrates its heritage in conjunction
with National Women ' s History Month .
NOW, THEREFORE , I Barbara Norris , Mayor, of the City" of
Atascadero, do hereby declare March 6- 12 , 1988 as "American
Association of University Women geek" in the City of Atascadero
and urge all citizens to recognize the importance of this
observance .
BARBARA NORRIS , Mayor
City of Ate=�scadero California
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ATASCAQE-RO CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES •- SPECIAL MEETING
FEBRUARY _22 , 1988
The Special Joint Meeting with the AUSD Board ( held in the �
IMC Building of Atas . High School ) was called to order, at 7 : 00
p .m.
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ROLL CALL
Present : Co o n ci
lme be~ s Bourbeau Handsh , Mackey and Mayor, Pr
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Tem Borg son
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Absent : Mayor, Morris
Staff Present : Mike Shelton , City Mgr' . ; Paul Sensibaugh ,; Pub .
Wks . Coir . ; Henry Engen , Commun . Devel . pi-r . ; Cindy
Wilk-ins , Dep . City Clerk
• AUSG Representatives present: Car . Anthony Avina , Supt . ; Board--
members Emile LaSalle , Sue Molle,
Roy King , Leslie Haynes , Orville
Horst , Theon Burt and Kenneth Beck
Mr . Beek of the School Board called the meeting to order at 7 : 00
p .m.
Mayor Pro Tem Borgeson mach opening comments , followed by a brief
summary by Mr . Shelton , City Mgr . , of the February 4th joint
meeting discussion . He noted that this 'second meeting between
the two bodies was scheduled to allow time for all to study the
consulting traffic engineer ' s report and to give public notice in
the event there was mere interest in audience participation.
1 Atascadero Creek Bridge - Consideration of Bridge Location
and Traffic Flow/Configuration
Mr . Sensibaugh , Pub . talks . Dir . , gave - staff report, followed by
lengthy discussion with ` both Council acid the School Board
regarding proposed alternatives . Cost . comparisons (as taken from
the engineer ' s report) were reviewed by Mr . Sensibaugh .
• Mr . Shelton noted discussion with Cion Messer , Gaylen Little and
other, Century Plaza representatives , who expressed the feeling
that the Palma Avenue alignment Mould effectively ruin the
shopping center .
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Further, discussion ensued . It was the basic consensus of the
majority that a straight alignment would be preferred , but that
the "S" Alignment was the best temporary compromise under the
current circumstances
Public Comment
Gaylen Little , co-owner, of Century Plaza , expressed support for
the compromise alignment and opposition to the Palma alignment ,
indicating that he will do whatever, he can to help support it .
Bob Nimmo, resident , expressed concern for, traffic flow in Atas-
cadero at buildout time of approx . 32 , 000 pop He feels this is
a case of expediency , that the traffic generated in the future
downtown would need straight lines and that the Lewis Ave.
alignment would be the best long—term decision .
The Board (by a 6 : 1 vote , with Boardmember LaSalle dissenting)
approved "the concept of a bridge spanning the Atascadero Creek,
including configuration of .a 00-degree ''S" Alignment from E .
hall , south on Palma and southeasterly to Lewis Ave . , as
recommended by theCity/School Committee , location and other,
prov'i si otos" ._
Motion: By Councilman Bourbeau that Council grant
conceptual approval of the alignment worked out by
the City/School Committee for the Atascadero Greek
Bridge , seconded by Councilwoman Mackey; passed by
4 : 0 rol l -call , wi th Mayor, Norri s absent ,
MEETING ADJOURNED AT 7 : 50 P .M .
MINUTES RECORDED BY :
CINDY WIL.KINS , Deputy City Clerk
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ATASCADERO CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES
FEBRUARY 23, 1988
The regular meeting of the Atascadero City Council was
called to order at 7:35 p.m. , followed by the Pledge of
Allegiance.
ROLL CALL:
Present: Councilmembers Borgeson, Bourbeau, Handshy, Mackey and
Mayor Norris
Absent : None
Staff Present: Mike Shelton, City Mgr . ; Henry Engen, Commun.
Dev. Dir. ; Paul Sensibaugh, Pub. Wks. Dir. ; Bud
McHale, Police Chief; Mike Hicks, Fire Chief; Bob
. Best , Parks & Rec. Director; Bill Wittmeyer, Sr,.
Bldg. Insp. ; JeffJorgensen, City Atty. ; Boyd
Sharitz , City Clerk; Cindy Wilkins, Dep`. City
Clerk
COUNCIL COMMENTS
Councilwoman Mackey announced a catered dinner to be given by the
Historical Society to celebrate E.G. Lewis ' s birthday and
Atascadero 's 75 years on March 5th at the Community Church
(reservations needed by Feb . 29th - Contact : Mrs. Mackey) .
Councilwoman Mackey thanked everyone who contributed time and
money for the tree planting project south of town.
Councilman Bourbeau expressed his sadness that David Jorgensen,
Admin. Svcs. Dir . , is leaving the City ' s employ this Friday—
his services will be sorely missed.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
City/School Committee Councilwoman Mackey reported that the
concept of a Lewis Ave. bridge alignment across A'tas. Creek _was
approved last night at a special Joint meeting of the AUSD Board
and City Council , with only one vote of opposition between the
two bodies.
• North Coastal Transit Nothing to report
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SLO Area Coordinating Council Nothing to report
Traffic Committee - This month ' s meeting cancelled , to meet in
March .
Solid Waste Mgmt. Committee - Mayor Norris urged public
attendance at meeting March 3rd , 10 a.m. at the Agricultural
Center in -San Luis Obispo, as area cities will be affected by
this discussion.
Economic Opportunity Commission - Mayor Norris reported that the
Salvation Army has been working with EOC for some time in efforts
to locate'' a facility (6,000 - 10,000 sq . ft. ) for the homeless.
This effort has met with resistance from residential areas, and
public suggestions and input regarding possible available rental
facilities are requested . Contact: Mayor Norris.
Police Facility Committee APD Chief McHale reported that a
draft agreement has been prepared by the City Atty. and forwarded
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to the agent or the owners of Beno ' s s for review and revisions.
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It is hoped that a statusreport will be available by the 3/8
Council meeting.
Atas. Lake Acquisition Committee -- Nothing to report
Tree Committee - Councilwoman Mackey reported that the Tree
Ordinance has been before the Planning Commission for final
revisions and will be on theirconsentagenda March 1st.
Bicentennial Committee Nothing to report
Pavilion Committee - Nothing to report
COMMUNITY FORUM
Larry Sherwin, Pres. Atas. Little League, urged that mounds be
placed on the new ballfields at Paloma Creek Park in keeping with
Natl . Little ' League rules', noting if this is not done, the 800
children participating in Atas. Little League will be excluded
from using these fields. He also requested help, in developing
the Traffic Way fields in the same manner .' Mayor Norris request-
ed a staff report from Mr . Best , ';Parks & ' Rec. Dir . , at the next
regular meeting .
Jim Gibbons, Atas. Babe Ruth League, addressed the charges for
the league' s use of the lights at Alvord Field ($7 per hour vs.
actual cost of $3.50 per hour to the City) . He asks why the City
is drawing a profit , noting the' league ' s improvement and main-
tenance of the fields. Mayor Norris requested a staff report of
Mr . Best, Parks & Rec. Dir . , at the next regular meeting.
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Terril Graham, resident , commended the Council for being public
servants and praised the public ' s attendance at tonight ' s
meeting , noting that , while views may differ , it is a credit to
our system of government .
A. CONSENT CALENDAR
1 . Approval of February 4, 1988 Special Council Minutes
2. Approval of February 9, 1988 Council Minutes
3. Apporoval of Treasurer 's Report - January, 1988
4. Approval of Finance Dept. Report - January, 1988
5. Approval of Tentative LLA 19-87 - 2405 Santa Ana Rd.
(Davis/Volbrecht Surveys)
6. Approval of TTM 42-87/Precise Plan 49-87 - 6875 Tecorida
(Woodglen Developmt. , Ltd. )
7. Approval of TTM 45-87 - 8300 ECR (Sanders Const./Cuesta
• Eng. )
8. Approval of TPM 31-87 - 7800 Santa Cruz Rd. (Davis/Cuesta
Eng. )
9. Approval of TPM 43-87 - 8500 El Dorado Rd. (Lindsey/Eng.
Devel . Assoc. )
10. Approval of Road Name 01-88 (Gallina Court) - 5200 Llano Rd.
(Drake/Cuesta Eng. )
11 . Acceptance of Final Parcel Map 14-85 - 9850 Las Lomas Ave.
(Bebeau/Janolis/Cuesta Eng. )
12. Acceptance of Final Parcel Map 5-87 - 8925 Atas. Ave.
(Fisher)
13. Acceptance of Final Parcel Map 24-87 - 9122 Atas. Ave.
(O'Bannon/Cuesta Eng. )
14. Acceptance of Final Parcel Map 22-85 - 6905 ECR (El Camino
Assoc./Cuesta Eng. )
15. Acceptance of Final Parcel Map 7-87 - 5020 Palma
(Ebhardt/Volbrecht Surveys)
16. Acceptance of Final Parcel Map 29-87 - 10655 Realito Ave.
(Kinz/Twin Cities Eng. )
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Dennis Lochridge, resident , requested Item A-12 be pulled for
discussion, Councilwoman Borgeson pulled Items A-2 and A-6, and
Councilwoman Mackey pulled Item A-7 for discussion.
Motion: By Councilman Bourbeau for approval of Consent
Calendar Items A-1 , 3, 4, 5, 8-11 and 13-16,
seconded by Councilwoman Mackey; passed unani-
mously by roll-call .
Re: Item A-2, Councilwoman Borgeson noted correction to p .9 of
the 2/9/88 Minutes, Item C-4, recalling that Councilman Handshy
had left the meeting and the vote should be corrected to read
"4:0" .
Motion: By Councilman Bourbeau to adopt Item A-2 as amend-
ed , seconded by Councilwoman Borgeson; passed by
4:0 roll-call , with Councilman Handshy abstaining.
Re: Item A-6, Mr . Engen gave a brief staff report and responded
to questions from Council . Councilwoman Borgeson expressed
concern regarding density and development standards applied to
this project .
Public Comment •
Joe Elkins , Architect (did original design work on this project ) ,
noted that the new development standards did not apply when the
development was originally designed . He also noted that this was
voluntarily down-zoned and would have, originally, allowed for a
higher density. He reviewed particular design features for Coun-
cil ' s information, saying this is a good project for a "problem"
area.
Council discussion ensued regarding development standards.
Motion: By Councilman Bourbeau to approve TTM 42-87 and
Precise Plan 49-87 as per Planning Commis- sion ' s
recommendation, seconded by Councilman Handshy;
passed by 3:2 roll-call , with Councilmembers
Borgeson and Mackey opposed .
Re: Item A-7, Mr . Engen gave a brief staff report . Councilwoman
Mackey expressed concern regarding unnecessary removal of native
oaks. Mr . Engen noted the project was redesigned twice with re-
spect to tree preservation. There was no public comment .
Motion: By Councilman Bourbeau to approve TTM 45-87,
seconded by Councilman Handshy; passed by 3:2
roll-call , with Councilmembers Borgeson and Mackey
opposed .
Re: Item A-12, Mr . Engen gave brief staff report.
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Public Comment
Dennis Lochridge, 8935 Atascadero Ave. , reiterated concerns ex-
pressed at prior hearings on this item that the conditions on
the project were not being met .
Robert Fisher , applicant , noted that the road was built in con-
formance with the approved plan and that he intends to pave it ,
although it is not a required condition.
Motion: By Councilman Bourbeau that Council approve Final
Parcel Map 5-87, subject to completion of the
remaining two items and with direction to staff
that if all conditions are not met the map will
not be signed off (by the Commun. Devel . Dir . and
the Pub . Works Dir . ) , seconded By Councilwoman
Mackey; passed by 4: 1 roll-call , with Councilwoman
Borgeson opposed .
The applicant indicated , at the City Attorney ' s request , that he
understands that final signatures on the map are contingent on
completion of the two remaining issues.
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B. HEARINGS/APPEARANCES/REPORTS
1 . Appeal of Plan. Comm. approval of C.U.P. 1-88 - Establish-
ment of a mobilehome dealership for one year on the corner
of San Anselmo and the west side of U.S. Hwy. 101 (Beehive
Mobilehomes) - Goff (APPEAL WITHDRAWN)
Mayor Norris announced that this appeal has been withdrawn.
Council requested prompt notification from staff on future
appeal withdrawals.
Motion: By Councilman Bourbeau that Council recess and convene
as the ACSD Board of Directors , seconded by Council-
woman Borgeson; passed unanimously.
C. ATASCADERO COUNTY SANITATION DISTRICT (ACSD)
1 . Proposed sewer annexation into Imp. Dist. #1 - MacCorkle
(Cont 'd from 2/9/88)
A. Resolution 21-88 - Extension of public sewer service to
. Lot 25, Block YB (Larga Ave. ) and incorporation of the
location into the boundaries of Imp. Dist. #1
B. Relief request by adjacent property owners
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Mr . Sensibaugh , Pub . Wks. Dir . , gave staff report .
Public Comment
Mr . MacCorkle, applicant , noted he plans to go ahead with the
sewer line and that he is aware that Council waived the two-year
hook-up requirement for the other residents.
Staff clarified to Mr . MacCorkle that if the Board does grant
waivers it will likely preclude him from reimbursement for the
cost of the extension. Mr . Jorgensen, City Atty. , noted that the
ACSD Code limits reimbursement agreements to 15 years. Mr .
MacCorkle expressed that perhaps a two-year reimbursement period
is unreasonable and , in granting waivers, 5-7 years might be a
more reasonable time period ; he favors looking forward to even-
tual reimbursement as opposed to none.
Mary Scrivner , adjacent property owner , appreciates Mr . MacCor-
kle ' s building plans , expressing opposition, however , to six
other families being required to pay for construction of the
sewer .
Mr . Sensibaugh emphasized that the two-year period (as a carry-
over from the County and EPA regulations) is in place for the
purpose of providing sewers to an area in need of it , not with
respect to anyone ' s reimbursement or recovery.
Lengthy discussion ensued regarding the issue of waivers and
conditions thereof.
Motion: By Director Bourbeau to approve Res. 21-ee,
seconded by Director Mackey; passed unanimously by
roll-call .
Mr . Sensibaugh clarified that the applicant' s obligation
under the annexation is the extension of the sewer line
within a one-ye4r,, , period ; Mr . MacCorkle confirmed his
understanding ��
Motio ` �(BISirector Bourbeau to adopt staff recommendation
• ° oy to grant requested waivers (Lots 39 40 41 42
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24 & 25) until such time as the on-site systems
fail , but that the properties be required at the
end of mandatory two years to show proof to the
City that their septic systems have not failed by
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accompany the sale of a home, and that if such
roof is not provided connection will be
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required . Motion seconded by Director Mackey; .
passed by 4: 1 roll-call , with Director Handshy
opposed .
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COUNCIL RECESSED FOR A BREAK AT 9:35 P.M. MEETING CALLED BACK TO
ORDER AT 9:50 P.M.
2. Proposed sewer annexation into Imp. Dist. #1 - Dewing
A. Public Hearing
B. Resolution 24-88 - Extension of public sewer service to
Lot 30, Block IB (Violetta Ave. ) and incorporation of
the lot into the boundaries of Imp. Dist. #1
Mr . Sensibaugh , Pub . Wks. Dir . , gave staff report ; he read a
letter protesting mandatory connection to the sewer received from
the owner of Lot 44 (adjacent to the proposed sewer line exten-
sion) .
Public Comment
Al Ferris, Lot 44 owner , expressed his main objection to manda-
tory hook-up is due to earlier denied request to do so . He noted
that Violetta is not a City-maintained street .
Jim Dewing , applicant , noted he intends to take responsibility
for cost of the sewer extension but feels persons hooking up to
it should contribute and that no one should be forced to hook up .
Motion: By Director Borgeson to adopt Res. 24-88, seconded
by Director Mackey; passed unanimously by roll
call .
The Board discussed consideration of relief to adjacent property
owners. Mr . Sensibaugh noted an ACSD Code change (eff. July ' 86)
which no longer disallowed persons from hooking up if the ACSD
boundary line went down the center of the street ( relative to Mr .
Ferris ' s comments, above) .
Motion: By Director Borgeson that the Board grant the re-
quested waiver (Lot 44) until such time as the
on-site system fails, but that the property be
required at the end of the mandatory two years to
show proof to the City that his septic system has
not failed by using normal testing procedures
which routinely accompanies the sale of a home,
and if proof is not shown that mandatory connec-
tion to the City sewer system shall be required .
Motion seconded by Director Bourbeau; passed by
4: 1 roll-call , with Director Handshy opposed .
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3. Award of Proposal for Sewer Master Plan to CH2M Hill for
$24,900
Mr . Sensibaugh , Pub . Wks. Dir . , gave staff report and responded
to questions to Council . There was no public comment .
Motion: By Director Mackey that the Board award the Sewer
Master Plan to CH2M Hill in an amount not to
exceed $24,900 and direct staff to bring back a
contract at the next regular meeting , seconded by
Director Bourbeau; passed unanimously by roll-
call .
Motion: By Director Borgeson that the Board adjourn and
reconvene as the City Council , seconded by Direc-
tor Bourbeau; passed unanimously.
D. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1 . Comprehensive rewrite of City Building Codes
A. Ordinance 166 - Amendment of Building Regulations to
the Atas. Muni . Code and adoption, by reference, the
Uniform Administrative Code, 1985 Edition (SECOND AND
FINAL READING) (Cont'd from 2/9/88)
Mr . Engen, Commun. Devel . Dir . , gave staff report . There was no
public comment .
Motion: By Councilman Bourbeau to read Ord . 166 by title
only, seconded by Councilwoman Borgeson; passed
unanimously. Mayor Norris read Ord . 166 by title.
Motion: By Councilman Handshy to adopt Ord. 166, seconded
by Councilwoman Mackey; passed unanimously by
roll-call.
Motion: By Councilwoman Borgeson to direct the Commun.
Devel . Dir . to publish a summary of the amendment
pursuant to Govt . Code Sec . 36933, seconded by
Councilman Bourbeau; passed unanimously.
2. Proposed City/School District Joint Use of Facilities Joint
Powers Agreement (Cont 'd from 1/26/88 Council Agenda)
Mr . Best , Parks & Rec . Dir . , gave staff report and responded to
questions from Council .
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Public Comment
Sarah Gronstrand , noted the proposed Agreement , Pg . 1 , should
refer to Chap . 10 (not Chap . b) . She hopes the City does not
become involved in adult education due to inexpertise in this
area. She is opposed to structured lunch periods referenced in
the agreement .
Larry Sherwin, Atas. Little League, expressed great concern that
nowhere in the JPA are non-profit youth organizations mentioned ,
noting that they represent approx . 4,000 children; they had a
representative on the JPA who was asked to leave and the indi-
vidual to have replaced him has moved out of the State.
Jim Gibbons , Atas. Babe Ruth , expressed comments similar to the
previous speaker ; also feels costs should be specifically ad-
dressed .
Karen Sorensen, NCYC Boardmember , expressed comments similar to
the previous two speakers; also referenced Item # ' s 6-7, Pg . b of
the agreement , wondering who will repair damaged equipment . She
urged Council to assure an agreement that serves the interests of
Atascadero children.
John Harris , Vice-Churn. Parks & Rec . Commission, expressed sup-
port for the proposed JPA.
Vic Smart , V.P. Atas . Little League Minor League Divn. , proposed
an amendment to the wording in the agreement to include youth
organizations as part of the commissions to decide the usage of
the fields; he feels this would eliminate the ongoing "conflict
of interest" between all concerned .
La Dona Nolan, Parks & Rec . Commissioner , spoke in support of the
JPA, noting that youth were the committee ' s #1 priority in dev-
eloping the proposed agreement . She also noted that Little
League representatives were invited to participate in the
committee meetings.
Kathy Trost , concerned parent , expressed the need for a super-
vised recreation hall .
Lengthy Council discussion ensued relating to public concerns
expressed .
Motion: By Councilman Bourbeau to continue the meeting
past 11 :00 p .m. , seconded by Councilwoman Mackey;
passed 4 : 1 , with Councilman Handshy opposed .
Motion: By Councilman Bourbeau to approve the JPA with the
AUSD as presented , with direction to staff to
report on the progress and function of the JPA at
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one year , seconded by Councilwoman Mackey; passed
by 4: 1 roll-call , with Mayor Norris opposed .
COUNCILMAN HANDSITY LEFT THE MEETING AT THIS TIME.
3. Authorization to begin recruitment process for an Admini-
strative Services Director position (Cont 'd from 2/9/88)
Mr . Shelton, City Mgr . , gave staff report and discussion with
Council followed . There was no public comment .
Council consensus was to wait for the new City Manager ' s input
on recruitment for this position. (Note: Handshy absent )
E. NEW BUSINESS
1 . Resolution 16-88 - Increasing the speed limit on ECR in the
southbound lanes, between San Jacinto and Rosario Avenues
(Cont 'd from 2/9/88)
Mr . Sensibaugh , Pub . Wks . Dir . , gave staff report . There was no
public comment .
Motion: By Councilman Bourbeau to adopt Res. 16-88,
seconded by Councilwoman Borgeson; passed by 4:0
roll-call , with Councilman Handshy absent .
2. Resolution 22-88 - Proposed acceptance of Corriente Rd. into
the City of Atascadero 's maintained street system - Davis
(Cont ' d from 2/9/88)
Mr . Sensibaugh , Pub . Wks . Dir . , gave staff report . There was no
public comment .
Motion: By Councilman Bourbeau to adopt Res. 22-88, sec-
onded by Councilwoman Borgeson; passed by 4:0
roll-call , with Councilman Handshy absent .
3. Resolution 19-88 - Designation of a stop intersection on
Atascadero Ave. at Santa Ynez Ave. (Cont 'd from 2/9/88
Mr . Sensibaugh , Pub . Wks. Dir . , gave staff report and responded
to questions from Council . There was no public comment .
Motion: By Councilwoman Mackey to approve Res. 19-88, with
direction to staff to refer consideration of a 4-
way stop at same intersection to the Traffic
Committee, seconded by Councilwoman Borgeson;
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passed by 4:0 roll-call , with Councilman Handshy
absent .
4. Proposed Zoning Text amendment to require conditional use
permit hearings for certain large-scale projects
Mr . Engen, Commun. Dev. Dir . , gave staff report .
Public Comment
Jim Herman, resident , expressed that 20-25 units on residential
property is in excess , and he supports 12 units; feels 10,000 sq .
ft . on commercial buildings is acceptable.
Motion: By Councilwoman Borgeson to direct . staff to
initiate a zoning amendment that would serve to
modify the Zoning Ord . provisions for precise plan
and conditional use permit approvals to require
conditional use permits for the following scale
projects: Multi-family residential , 12 units;
Commercial/Industrial , 10,000 sq . ft . gross floor
area or outdoor storage area. Motion seconded by
Councilwoman Mackey; passed by 4:0 roll-call , with
Councilman Handshy absent .
5. Request by Vineyard Christian Fellowship for City Council to
initiate a zoning text amendment to permit churches in the
Commercial Park Zone
Mr . Engen, Commun. Dev. Dir . , gave staff report and responded to
questions from Council .
Public Comment
Chris Zillig , representing Vineyard Christian Fellowship , spoke
in support of this proposal .
Robert Nimmo , 7375 Bella Vista, noted that the E.R.A. preliminary
study suggested possible conversion of excess commercial land to
high density housing , to which he objects. Also , noting that
there is often objection to churches locating to residential
areas, he expressed support for this proposal .
Al Ferris , resident , expressed that he has observed this type of
use in other areas as beneficial .
Motion: By Councilwoman Borgeson to initiate a zoning text
amendment to enable establishment of churches as
an interim use in CS and CPK zoning districts and
direct staff to prepare a report for public hear-
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ing before the Plan. Commission and bring their
recommendation back to the City Council . Motion
seconded by Councilman Bourbeau; passed 4:0, with
Councilman Handshy absent .
6. Council consideration regarding location of Regional Govern-
ment Center
Mr . Shelton, City Mgr . , gave staff report .
Public Comment
Robert Nimmo , as Chmn. of the Chamber of Commerce Economic Devel-
opment Committee, spoke in support of this proposal and feels
Atascadero has a number of locations that would meet the County ' s
criteria for such a center , in addition to our size, geographic
location and equity. He noted his suggestion one year ago to
Supvr . Diefenderfer to decentralize some of the County offices
after his having expressed frustration over the high rent and
potential construction cost for additional office space in S.L.O.
Sharon Morin, resident , read a letter she submitted to the editor
in response to this issue; she strongly supports this proposal ,
urging all citizens of Atascadero to unite in an all-inclusive
coalition (regardless of stances on growth issues ) to lobby
Council and the County Board of Supvrs. to get this center in
Atascadero .
Council consensus was to concur with staff recommendation to
direct a letter be written in behalf of the Council to the County
Board of Supvrs. requesting strong consideration be given to
locating the County Govt . Center in Atas. , and that the City
desires to be kept fully informed and to have the opportunity to
express our interests during the process of site selection.
F. INDIVIDUAL DETERMINATION
City Council - Councilwoman Mackey relayed , regarding the cor-
rection on Item A-2, Minutes of 2/9/88, that Mr . Handshy
expressed that he was present for the vote.
Mayor Norris congratulated Dan Stevens of the Telegram-Tribune
on the recent birth of a daughter .
MEETING ADJOURNED AT 12:20 A.M. TO THE NEXT REGULAR MEETING,
WHICH COMMENCES AT 6:30 P.M.
MINUTES RECORDED BY: _ PREPARED BY:
BOYD C. SHARITZ, City Clerk CINDY WILKINS, Dep . Clerk
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MEOETI 4LL AGEMA
M E M O R A N D U M
TO: City Council March 8, 1988
VIA: Michael ' Shelton, City ManagerA_� .
FROM: Henry Engen, Community Development Director
RE Tentative Parcel Map 44-87
1909 Traffic Way (Cuesta Engineering)
BACKGROUND:
At their regular meeting of February 16, 1988, the Planning Commis-
sion held a` public hearing on the above-referenced parcel map. After
discussion, the Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend
approval subject to staff findings and conditions of the attached
staff report.
RECOMMENDATION:
Approve Tentative Parcel Map 44-87 per Planning Commission recommen-
dation.
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Attachments: Staff Report - February 16, 1988
Minutes Excerpt
CITY OF ATASCADERO Item: B.2 •
STAFF REPORT
FOR: Planning Commission Meeting Date: Feb. 16, 1988
BY: Joel Moses, Associate Planner File No: TPM 44-87
SUBJECT•
Tentative Parcel Map 44-87 to subdivide a. 7.27 acre parcel into
three parcels containing 2.61, 2. 5 and 2.61 acres.
A. SITUATION AND FACTS:
1. Applicant. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .James Johnson
2. Representative. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Cuesta Engineering
3. Project Address. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1909 Traffic Way
4. Legal Descriptio n. . . . . . . . . . . .Lt. l, B1k.49, Atas. Col.
S. Site Area. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7.72 acres
6. Zoning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .RS (ResidentialSuburban)
7. General Plan Designation. . . . .Suburban Single Family
8. Existing Use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . One single family home
9. Environmental Status. . . . . . . . .Negative Declaration posted
Feb. 1, 1988
B. A14ALYSIS
The applicant proposes the subdivision of an existing lot
containing 7. 72 acres into three parcels containing 2. 61, 2.5 and
2. 61 acres.
The subject property is located in the RS (Residential Suburban)
zone. Minimum lot size in this zone ranges between 2.5 and 10
acres depending upon the "score" of various performance
standards. For this site, the minimum lot size criteria are:
Distance from center (12,000 to 14,000) 0.40
Septic Suitability (below 20 min./inch) 0.50
Average Slope (0-10% slope) 0.50
Access Condition (City accepted Road) 0. 40
General Neighborhood character 0.57
Minimum Lot size 2.37 acres
The proposed lot sizes of 2. 5 and 2. 61 acres are larger than the
2. 37 minimum set by the ordinance, and 2. 5 acres set by the
General Plan.
Comments were received from several outside agencies. Southern
California Gas Company notes that the site can be served from two
gas lines in the area. Service can be provided without
significant environmental impact from these lines. If service is
extended all mains will need to be in the Public Right of Way or
in easements. The City Building Division has noted no concerns
about the proposed subdivision. The Fire Department has
expressed concern about the use of the street name of Obispo Road
becuse it does not connect to the other section of Obispo Road.
The Regional Office of Archeological Site Survey noted that a
site survey was needed. A survey has been finished with no
archeological artifacts found on the site. The Public Works
Department has noted the need for standard development of the
property' s frontage on both Traffic Way and Obispo Road. Also
noted was that Obispo Road can and will be required to be
connected to the other section of Obispo Road. This resolved
the Fire Departments concern about the development of a
disconnected street with the same name.
In reviewing the site the Planning Division noted several items.
The existing driveway access point is not in conformance with
City Standards. City standards require that the access be
relocated to be 50 '-0" from the nearest street intersection
. (Sec. 9-4. 117 (3) (1) ) . The map shows two existing wells on the
site. It has not been determined if the wells are in use or have
been capped.
C. RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends conditional approval of Tentative Parcel Map 44-
87 based on the Findings in Exhibit C and Conditions of Approval
in Exhibit D.
ATTACHMENTS: Exhibit A - Location Map
Exhibit B - Tentative Map
Exhibit C - Findings for Approval
Exhibit D - Conditions of Approval
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EXHIBIT C - Findings for Approval
Tentative Parcel Map 44-87 •
1909 Traffic Way
(Johnson/Cuesta)
February/b, 1988
FINDINGS
1. The creation of the proposed parcels conform to the Zoning
Ordinance and the General Plan land use designation , densities
and other policies.
2. The creation of these parcels, in conformance with the
recommended Conditions of Approval, will not have a significant
adverse effect upon the environment. The Negative Declaration
prepared for the project is adequate.
3. The site is physically suitable for the type of development
proposed.
4. The site is physically suitable for the density of the
development proposed.
5. The design of the subdivision, and the proposed
improvements,will not cause substantial environmental damage or
substantially and avoidably injure fish and wildlife or their
habitat
6. The design of the subdivision, and the type of the
improvements, will not conflict with easements acquired by the
public at large for access through or the use of property within
the proposed subdivision; or substantially equivalent alternate
easements are provided.
7. The proposed subdivision complies with Section 66474. 6 of the
State Subdivision Map Act as to the methods of handling and
discharge of waste.
8. The proposed project is in compliance with the City of
Atascadero' s Appearance Review Manual Guidelines.
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EXHIBIT D - Conditions of Approval
Tentative Parcel Map 44-87
1909 Traffic Way
(Johnson/Cuesta)
February /6, 1988
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
1. Water shall be obtained from the Atascadero Mutual Water
Company. Water lines shall be extended to the frontage of each
parcel and extended the length of the property frontage along
Obispo Road, prior to the recording of the final map.
2. All existing and proposed utility, pipeline, open space, or
other easements are to be shown on the final map. If there are
building or other restrictions related to the easements, they
shall be noted on the final map.
3. All relocation and/or alteration of existing utilities shall
be responsibility of the developer at his sole expense.
4. Obtain an encroachment permit from the City of Atascadero
Public Works Department. Sign an Inspection Agreement,
guaranteeing that the work will be done and the inspections paid
for, prior to the issuance of a building permit, or start of
public works construction, and construct improvements as directed
by the encroachment permit prior to the final building inspection
or the recording of the final map, whichever comes first.
5. A road maintenance agreement, in a form acceptable to the
City Attorney, shall be recorded with the deed to each parcel at
the time it is first conveyed. A note to this effect shall appear
on the Final Map.
6. The subdivider shall install all street signs, traffic
delineation devices, warning and regulatory signs, guardrails,
barricades, and other similar devices where required by the
Director of Public Works. Signs shall be in conformance with the
Department of Public works standards and the current State of
California uniform sign chart. Installation of traffic devices
shall be subject to review and modifications after construction.
7. Road improvement plans including drainage improvements
prepared by a Registered Civil Engineer shall be submitted to the
Community Development and Public Works Departments for review and
approval, prior to the construction of the improvements, or
prior to recording of the final map, or prior to the issuance of
any building permit, which ever comes first. Plans shall
include, but not limited to
a. Obispo Road: Design shall meet all City development
standards for a Private Road 16 ' -0" wide paved surface with
2 '-0" shoulders. Plans shall include measures to preserve
and protect existing trees on the site and in the Public
right-of-way, as approved by the Community Development and
Public Works Departments.
8. Construction of the public road improvements shall be
completed or bonded for prior to the recording of the final map,
or prior to the final inspection of a building, if approved by
the Community Development and Public Works Departments.
9. Address identification signs shall be approved as a part of
the issuance of building permits. The signs shall contain
4" (inch) reflective address numbers for each residential unit
served by a driveway. The signs shall be located on the right
hand side of the drive way and shall be placed so as not to
affect the visibility of the intersection.
10. Drainage Facilities shall be constructed to City of
Atascadero Standards. All work shall be completed or bonded for
prior the final building inspection or the recording of the final
map.
11. Offer of dedication to the City of Atascadero the following
rights-of-way and / or easements:
Street Name: Obispo Road & Traffic Way
Limits: centerline to edge of Right-of-Way
Minimum Width: 40 ' -0" Right-of-Way
12. Offer for dedication to the Public for Public Utility
Easements on all street frontages, minimum of 6 '-0" in width.
13. Offers of dedication shall be completed and recorded prior
to or simultaneous to the recordation of the final map.
14. Existing driveway on Traffic Way shall be relocated to be in
conformance with City Standards (minimum 50 '-0"from the
intersection) .
15. All unused water wells shall be capped in conformance with
Health Department Standards and Codes.
16. Trailer on parcel 3 shall be removed in conformance with
City Codes prior to the recording of the final map.
17. A final map in substantial conformance with the approved
tentative map and in compliance with all conditions set forth
herein shall be submitted for review and approval in accordance
with the Subdivision Map Act and the City' s Subdivision Ordinance
prior to the recording of the final map.
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a. Monuments shall be set at all new property corners
• created and a Registered Civil Engineer or Licensed Land
Surveyor shall indicate, by certificate on the final map,
that the corners have been set or will be set by a specific
date and that they will be sufficient to enable the survey
to be retraced.
b. A recently updated preliminary title report shall be
submitted for review in conjunction with the processing of
the final map.
c. A preliminary subdivision guarantee shall be submitted
for review in conjunction with the processing of the final
map.
18. Approval of this tentative map shall expire two years from
the date of final approval unless an extension of time is granted
pursuant to a written request prior to the expiration date.
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Minu - Planning Commission - February 16 , 1988
Commission d>be
then centered on whether _
the her age tree re
moval woulur some to be undertaken by ' y Council, noting
that upwards of two hundre single family permi per year could be
issued, many of which wou have to go to a Council if a heritage
tree were to be removed. Consensus was t this matter could be del-
egated by the City Council to staff or thers if they so desired.
Commissioner Bond noted that the uage could read, "as City Coun-
cil, or designee".
MOTION: Made by Comm' ioner Bond, sec ded by Commissioner
Copelan carried unanimously o recommend adoption
of the ree ordinance with modificat ' ns as contained
in a January 28, 1988 discussion d as developed
consensus of the Commission at today' s m ting.
Staff directed to incorporate said changes for final re 'ew on
th next Planning Commission Consent Calendar prior to forwardi to
e City Council.
2. TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 44-87 :
Request initiated by James Johnson (Cuesta Engineering) to sub-
divide a 7.72 acre parcel into three (3) parcels containing 2.61,
2.5 and 2.61 acres. Subject site is located at 1909 Traffic Way;
legal description being Lot 1, Block 49 of Atascadero Colony.
Joel Moses presented the staff report recommending approval subject to l
eighteen (18) conditions. He clarified that Obispo Road improvements
could be delayed pending the development of parcels in the interior of
the block. John Falkenstein, the applicant' s engineer , expressed con-
cerns over Conditions No. 7 and 8 pertaining to improvements to Obispo
Road and advised that Paul Sensibaugh had stated that he would inter-
pret the bonding requirement as allowing a filing of a lien.
MOTION: Made by Commissioner Kidwell, seconded by Commissioner
Copelan and carried unanimously to approve Tentative
Parcel Map 44-87 subject to staff findings and condi-
tions.
3. TENTATIVk-P-ARCEL MAP 46-87 :
Request initiated by Diana & Bryce Blue and Kamm & n Partner-
ship (Cuesta Engineering) to subdivide two (2 xisting lots to-
taling 13. 05 acres int three (3) lots of , 4. 42, 4. 21 acres
for residential development. Subj site is located at 11755
Santa Ana; legal description 1i-ng t 26, Block 27 of Atascadero
Colony.
Joel Moses presented the st report and arified that the lot size
on the 4.21 acre parcel mplied with minimumot size standards under
approval of an earli parcel map. Staff recommendation was for ap-
proval subject t indings and eighteen condition of approval.
John Falk stien, applicant' s engineer , expressed one n
g ► p ssed c over guaran-
teein uture improvements of Corriente Road, which is ow a paper
street. He noted that the location is remote, that relat d lots have
ternate access and that the area is actually a very steep drainage
MEMORANDUM
To: Honorable Mayor and City Council
Through: Michael Shelton, City Manager AA - ii
From: _Paul M. Sensibaugh, Director of Public Works/City Engineer
Subject : _ _Purchase. of Surveying-Engineering Vehicle
Date : February 29, 1988
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Recommendation:
Staff recommendsthat Council adopt Resolution 26-88 and
authorize staff to purchase a Jeep Cherokee' from the State of
California Department of General Services bid award for that vehicle .
Background:
The above item was authorized in the current budget. Staff has
checked local costs for the Jeep Cherokee, Chevy Blazer, Dodge
Ramcharger and several vans. The Jeep was not be expected to be the
lowest cost of the alternatives but is the lowest bid under the
State 's bid package . The State' s bid is also lower than all estimates
provided by all the local dealers for all vehicles considered.
Discussion:
The Engineering Division is looking for a 'dependable vehicle that
can be used over the road and off the road as well . The vehicle must
be durable yet suitable for out of town trips'. The rear of the
interior' must be retrofitted at the least cost to provide for the safe
and "secure transport and storage of thousands of dollars worth of
surveying equipment as well as common equipment such as lath, wooden
stakes and iron pins, etc .
The vehicle will be a white color, 4-wheel drive, 6-cylinder
manual transmission vehicle with full gauges, undercoating, radio and
tow package.
The attached resolution needs to be adopted only once annually to
allow the City to utilize the services of the State for the entire
year,
Fiscal Impact :
The cost of the purchase is approximately $12,800. Additional
costs will be incurred _ to provide hangers, bins and warning devices
for the vehicle . The budget amount is $15,000 for the above purposes.
The actual dealer cost of the same vehicle to the local dealer
exceeded the $15, 000 budget
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RESOLUTION NO. 26-88
RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ATASCADERO
AUTHORIZING THE DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL SERVICES OF
THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO PURCHASE CERTAIN ITEMS
Be it resolved that the City Council of the City of Atascadero does
hereby authorize the Office of Procurement, Department of General Services
of the State of California to purchase materials, supplies and equipment
for and on the behalf of the City of Atascadero pursuant to Section 14814,
Government Code, and that the City Manager is hereby authorized and directed
to sign and deliver all necessary requests and other documents in connection
therewith for and on behalf of the City of Atascadero.
I hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of the
resolution duly and regularly adopted by the City Council of the City of
Atascadero at a meeting thereof held on the 8th day of March, 1988, and that
the same now appears of record in my office.
In witness therof, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed my official
seal this 8th day of March, 1988.
On motion by Council Member and seconded by Council
Member , the foregoing resolution is hereby adopted in its
entirety on the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ADOPTED:
ATTEST: CITY OF ATASCADERO
BOYD C. SHARITZ BARBARA NORRIS
City Clerk Mayor
APPROVED AS TO CONTENT APPROVED AS TO FORM:
PAUL M. SENSIBAUGH V JEFFREY G. JORGENSEN
Director of Public Works City Attorney
AGETA
..:DAT
M E M O R A N D U M
TO: City Council March 8,, 1988
VIA: Michael Shelton, City Manager ,"
FROM: Henry Engen, Community Development Director
SUBJECT: Request for Waiver of Development Impact Tax and Fees
(Escuela Del Rio, Atascadero Committee for Education)
(5940 Rosario)
BACKGROUND:
Staff has received a letter from Sherry Fontan; Atascadero Committee
for Education, for a waiver of the fees called forunder Ordinance No.
ill, Development Mitigation Tax (.50 cent tax) and Ordinance No. 119,
Development Impact Fees (see attached correspondence) . She is also
seeking relief from the school development fees, but this `would, be a
matter they would have to pursue with the School Board. As stated; in
their letter, they feel that they would be eligible for an exception
pursuant to Section 3-7.10 of the Municipal Code (see attached 'ex-
cerpt)
ANALYSIS:
The exception section noted above is contained in Ordinance No. ill
and referenced in Ordinance 119. Subsection (h) of the section on
exceptions appears to providethe Council the latitude to consider
granting an exception. This subsection reads as follows:
" (h) The construction of any building by the City of Atascadero,
or the United States or any department or agency thereof, or by
the State of California or any department, agency or political
sub-division > thereof, or any residential development where the
City Council finds there are specific over-riding fiscal, eco-
nomic, social or environmental factors benefiting the City which
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in the soul judgment of the City Council, would justify the ap-
proval of such development without the payment of said tax."
The project that is being proposed is an addition ,to Escuela Del Rio,
which has beenapprovedby a conditional use permit. Their building
permit application has received a one ,time only ;extension until April
X23, 1988. The project is an addition comprising some 4,744 square
feet of floor area involving a multi-purpose room, classrooms, and
storage space. The resultant development fees are $2,372.00 under
Ordinance No 111, and $7,196.64 under Ordinance No. 119, for a total
development fee of $9,568.64. Although the request for waiver notes
thattheCity has identified the project as a commercial project,
that' s for purposes of building code/fee resolution rates. In terms
of the Zoning Ordinance, the use is a permitted use in the multi-
family residential zone.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff believes that the Council could make the finding that there are
"over-riding economic, social or environmental factors benefiting the
City " in support of the request for a waiver of fee.
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Encl: February, 10, 1988 Communication Sherry Fontan, ACE
Ordinance No. 111 Excerpt - Section 3-7.10, Exceptions
cc: Sherry, Fontan
Jack Stinchfield
February 10, 1988
Mr. Henry Engen, Planning Director
City of Atascadero
P. O. Box 747
Atascadero, CA. 93423
Re: Building Permit #4655
Dear Mr. Engen:
The Atascadero Committee for Education (Escuela del Rio) would like
to apply for a waiver of Ordinance 111 Development Mitigation Tax,
Ordinance 119 Development Impact Fees and Ordinance 107 School Devel-
opment Fees for its addition to its site at 5940 Rosario. We feel
this project meets the criteria for exceptions from these taxes as
• listed in the Atascadero Municipal Code, Section 3-7.10 because:
1. The Atascadero Committee for Education can be considered
a subdivision of the State of California because we
receive state funds to operate programs for the devel-
opmentally disabled.
2. The Atascadero Committee for Education provides a vital
service to the City of Atascadero by providing daily year
round educational and vocational programs for many of its
handicapped citizens.
3. Ordinance 107 refers to residential development only.
The Planning Department has classified this project as
commercial.
If you have any questions or need further information, please feel
free to contact either myself or Jack Stinchfield at 466-0111.
Thank you for your consideration of this matter.
Sincerely,
Atascadero Committee for Education, Inc.
Sherry Fo . RECE1VEt� FEB 28
Executive irector
Atascadero Committee for Education 9 Drawer 6007, Atascadero, California 93423 9 (805) 466-4438
3-7.08 Refunds. If a building permit approval is vacated or voided
and if the applicant so requests in writing,there shall be a refund of �f
the entire tax paid. In the event that subsequent to the application
for building permit and payment of the tax therefore, it is determined
that there is less square footage of the gross building area than was
previously determined, a refund shall be made of such excess amounts
as the Building Official shall determine.
3-7.09 Disposition of Proceeds. Funds from this tax shall be placed
in the General Fund and shall be available for general governmental
purposes. Decision on the expenditure of such funds shall be made by
the City Council in the context of approval of the City' s annual oper-
ating and capital improvement budget or at such other time as the
Council may direct.
3-7. 10 Exceptions. There is excepted from the tax imposed by this
Chapter the following.--
(a)
ollowing:(a) The construction of a building or structure or mobile
home which is a replacement for building or mobile home being demol-
ished or moved to outside the City from the same lot or parcel of
land. The exception shall equal but not exceed the tax which would be
payable hereunder if the building or mobile home being replaced were
being ` newly constructed. If the tax imposed on the new building ex-
ceeds the amount of this exception, such excess shall be paid;
(b) Accessory buildings or structures in planned develop-
ments, multi-family or mobile home parks, such as a clubhouse, swim-
ming pool, or laundry facility;
(c) Buildings or structures which are "clearly accessory to
. a principal use" such as fences, pools,
patios, parking P P � P ng spaces,
garages, residential accessory buildings (except guest houses) , and
agricultural accessory buildings as outlined in Title 9;
(d) Any person when imposition of such tax upon that person
would be in violation of the Constitution and the laws of the State of
California, County of San Luis Obispo, or City of Atascadero;
(e) A condominium project converting an existing multi-fam-
ily building into condominiums where no new dwellings are added or
created;
(f) Any rebuilding of a structure destroyed or damaged by
fire; explosition, act of God or other accident or catastrophe, which
rebuilding does not increase the original gross building area. If
such increase does occur , the increase shall be subject to the tax
rate as imposed by this Chapter ;
(g) Any rebuilding of -a historical building recognized,
acknowledged, and designated as such by the City Planning Commission
or City Council;
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(h) The construction of any building by the City of Atasca-
dero, or the United States or any Department or Agency thereof, or by
the State of California or any Department, Agency or Political Subdi-
vision thereof, or a__nyy residential development where the City Council
finds there are s ecic over-riding fiscal. economic, social or en-
vironmental factors"benefitting the City which, in the sole judgement
of`t e 1ty ouncil, would justify the approval of such development
WiEfiout 77e__ payment of said tax.
3-7.11 Construction Prohibited. It is unlawful for any person to
erect, construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, improve, make, put
together or convert any building or structure in the City, or attempt
to do so, or cause the same to be done, without first paying the tax
imposed by this Chapter.
3-7.12 Tax Liabilitv; Enforcement. The taxes imposed by Chap-
ter Cha -
ter at the time of application for a building permit are due from the
person by or on behalf of whom a residential or non-residential build-
ing or mobile home space is constructed, whether such person is the
owner or a Lessee of the land upon which the construction is to occur,
The Community Development Director shall collect the tax due here-
under . The full amount due under this Chapter shall constitute a debt
to the City of Atascadero. An action for the collection thereof may
be commenced in the name of the City in any Court having jurisdiction
of the cause. The City Manager shall be responsible for the adminis-
tration and enforcement of this Chapter. His decisions may be ap-
pealed to the City Council whose decision shall be final.
3-7 .13 Effective Date. The taxes imposed by this Chapter shall be
applicable with respect to building permits for construction activi-
ties, applied for on or after Octber 1, 1985.
3-7. 14 Severability. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause,
or phrase of this Ordinance is for any reason held to be invalid or
unconstitutional by the decision of a Court of competent jurisdiction,
such decision shall not effect the validity or remaining portions of
this Chapter.
Section 2. Publication.
The City Clerk shall cause this Ordinance to be published twice
within thirty (30) days after its passage in the Atascadero News, a
newspaper of general circulation, printed, published, and circulated
in this City in accordance with Government Code Section 36933 ; 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.
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M E M 0 R A "t•! D U M
TO: City Council Members /{
FROM: Michael Shelton , City Manager A .
SUBJECT: Interim Administrative Services Director
DATE: March 8, 1988
Recommendation
Authorize Mayor to 'enter into agreement with John M . Bramble to
provide contractual services as Interim Administrative Services
Director .
Background
• City Council authorized , ,at your, February 9 , 1988 Council Meet-
ing , the City ' s use of the League of California Cities Public
Service Skills employment services to engageaninterim Admini -
strativt`- Services Director . Staff interviewed three well -
qualified individuals Wfor• the position and; recommends your
appointment of :Jahn M . Bramble , Mr . Bramble provides the best
mix of skills required for, this position . He :has extensive
experience in budget preparation , finance , labor relations and
interacting with Councils , staff and ` the public . His previous
background positions include that of city manager , finance
director ;and budget/management director .
Responsibilities
Among other, duties described in the agreement , Mr . Bramble will
be responsible for, overseeing the budget production process,
coordinating upcoming labor negotiations with six bargaining
units , requesting proposals for auditing services , presenting to
bargaining units and City Council research and analysis regarding
an empl -yve assistance program, overseeing the new finance
computer, implementation , working with the contract negotiator, on
the compaction study , and following through' on Council direction
r•egardin"g the mid year budget meeting .
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Terms
The agreement specifies commencement of employment on March 14 ,
1988 , to continue until June 30 , 1988 . Upon mutual agreement ,
Council and Mr . Bramble may extend the agreement .
Fiscal Impact
Compensation is proposed at the same level budgeted for the
Administrative Services Director position, plus nominal temporary
living expenses ,
MBs/car
(file :ASD2)
JOHN M. BRAMBLE
10330 La Reina
Downey, California 90241
(213) 869-5105
WORK EXPERIENCE
A. UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN COLORADO - 1987
Part-time Professor
The courses I have been teaching include both public
administration and political science classes. The course titles
are Public Policy Evaluation, Introduction to Public
Administration, Political Parties and Public Opinion in
Elections.
B. CITY OF PUEBLO, COLORADO - April, 1984 to January, 1987
City Manager
My responsibilities included the administration of the City 's 19
departments, serving as the Executive Director of the Pueblo Area
Council of Governments organization. The City of Pueblo is a
full-service community with a $39 million annual operational
. budget to serve 100, 200 people, with a work force of 675
employees.
-Involved in the City's economic attraction program which added
seven new firms and 2200 new jobs to the local economy.
-Instituted a staff development plan that provided for
operationalaccountability and efficiency.
C. CITY OF COMMERCE CITY, COLORADO - March 1981 to April 1984
City Manager
Responsible for the supervision of the City's administrative
operations and implementation of City Council policy actions.
The City has seven operational departments with a total of 137
employees. The City has an annual budget of $7. 6 million to
serve the 16, 500 evening/38, 000 daily residents of the City. In
addition, my direct responsibilities included labor relations,
budgeting, intergovernmental relations, economic development and
annexation.
-Coordinated the City's economic attraction and redevelopment
programs which strengthened the City 's economic base and added
new employment opportunities.
-Developed a management performance appraisal system which
instituted operational accountability.
-Assisted the City Council develop a set of City Goals and
Objectives which aided in improving Council-staff relations.
JOHN M. BRAMBLE
page two .
D. CITY OF BELMONT, CALIFORNIA - January, 1979 to March, 1981
Assistant City Manager/Finance Director
Responsible for the supervision and direction of all support
functions, financial administration, data processing, budgeting,
labor negotiations, risk management, purchasing, personnel
administration, program analysis, business licensing and
automotive services. Oversaw the daily administration of the
eight operational departments which had a total of 150 employees
with an annual budget of $5. 6 million to serve 26, 500 residents.
-Assisted in the consolidation of the City of Belmont and City of
San Carlos fire departments.
Implemented a program-performance budgeting system to provide
operational accountability for City Council.
E. CITY OF LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - January 1975 to January 1979
Director of Budget and Management Services - (7/77 to 1/79)
As a member of the City Manager's executive staff, I was
responsible for policy analysis, legislative research, budget
preparation and monitoring, organizational analysis, federal
grant writing and coordination and preparation of the City's
Capital Improvement Budget. Supervised 21 professional staff
that was responsible for the City's $50 million operational
budget to serve 165, 000 residents.
Management Analyst - Department of Community Development -
( 1/75 to 7/77)
Assisted in the preparation and planning of the City's General
Plan. Coordinated the development of two neighborhood
comprehensive plans as part of a HUD 701 pilot project. Directed
five professional staff members in the preparation of the city's
Community Development Block Grant applications, conducted all
outside agency financial reviews and audits of financial records
and directed the City's housing rehabilitation program.
F. PRIVATE SECTOR EXPERIENCE - January, 1973 to December 1974
During this two year period I worked for two consulting firms:
Abt Associates, Inc. and Netz, Rodgers and Associates. The
projects that I was involved in were the planning and design of
the Section 8 Housing Program and conducting Enviromental Impact
Statements of developers in the State of California.
JOHN M. BRAMBLE
page three
G. CITY OF SALEM, OREGON - October, 1969 to January 1973
Administrative Assistant Urban Renewal Agency
Supervised the Administrative Division which was responsible for
the financial administration of all grant funds, personnel
functions, purchasing and planning the tax increment financing
programs. Also assisted in the preparation of grant
applications.
Administrative Assistant - Department of Public Works
Supervised the Accounting and Building Permits Division staff of
three. We were responsible for program analysis, the departments
budget preparation, purchasing and the issuance of building
permits.
EDUCATION
B. S. - Oregon State University (Economics) -1969
M. P. A. - University of Nevada, Las Vegas -1978
HONORS AND PAST ACTIVITIES
-Listed in WHO'S WHO IN THE WEST, 1985-1986
-Chairman of Adams County Jail Sales Tax Task Force - 1923
-Metro Manager's Association - President - 1983
-California Municipal Finance Officers Association
-Executive Board Member - Colorado Municipal League 1983-1984
-Chairman - Chief Administrative Officers - Denver Regional
Council of Governments
PROFESSIONAL AND CIVIC ORGANIZATIONS
International City Management Association - Full Member
-Government Finance Officers Association
-Rotary Club
-Colorado City Manager 's Association - President Elect 1986
PERSONAL DATA
Age: 41
Date of Birth: 5-3-46
Place of Birth: Vancouver, Washington
Social Security No. 541-52-0302
Married two children
CONTRACT OF EMPLOYMENT
INTERIM ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES DIRECTOR
THIS CONTRACT is entered into by and between the CITY OF
ATASCADERO, State of California , ( her,ei nafter• ) r,efer,r•Wd to as
"City" , and John M . Bramble as a Contract Person ( hereinafter )
r,eter•r,ed to as "Cont r,actor,11 .
WITNESSETH :
WHEREAS , the City of Atascadero desires to hire a person to
fi 1 1 , on an i nter•im basis , the job classification of Admi ni str•a-
ti ve Ser,vi ces Di rector, ; and
WHEREAS , Contractor, is qualified to per•for•m such services
for, the City .
NOW, THEREFORE , 'the parties do mutually agree as follows :
1 . Employment . City hereby engages Contractor, and
Contr actor, Irer kay agrees to perform for, City the services
es
n.after, set forth for, the compensation her•ei nafter, set forth ,
all pur•suant to the terms and conditions herein .
� . SCOpe Of Service . Pursuant to this Contract , Contr'actor'
shall provide to the City services or,di nar•i 1 y per•for,med by the
Admi ni str,ati ve Ser,vices Ci rector, position . Contractor, shall
accomplish •:a var,i ety of technical and pr,ofessi oval tasks r-elated
to personnel , finance and data processing , including budget
pr•epar•ati on , data pr•ocessi ng system implementation , coor•di nate
w t Ci t I s l abor, negotiator, , supervise F nonce Department ,
coor,di nate outside independent auditing servi cis , per•far•m
budgeting acid purchasing control , provide finance .and personnel
assistance to City departments , and per,for•m other, duties as
generally deacr,ibed in Attachment "All .
In pr•epar•ati on of Ci t,, of Atascader,o Fiscal Year, 1988/89
Budgel , Contr,actor• shat l commence w t budget r•-esponsi b i l i ti -s i n
accor,dcince with budget cal enclar, schedule and �,1�•al 1 avdrsee budget
prep•ar,at i on , under, :3UPervi ;ion of City Manager, , through adoption
by City Council .
Contr•.actor• s1)a 1 1 per,for•m said ser,v i ces and such other, tasks
as may be n-signed by -the City Planager, under the 3Uper•vi s on and
ontr(D1 of trr C i t Man•rger, c.r, h i s r,epresentati v .
3 . Contractor Status . _ Contractor, understands and agrees
that he is not , and wi11 not be , eligible tor, membership in or
=,ny benefits from any City group plan for hospital , surgical or,
medical -i nsur•ance , or, for, niember•ship in any City r•eti r•ement
1
program, or' for' paid holidays , vacation , sick leave , or, other,
leave , with or, +,ti thout pay , or, any other' job benefits accruable
to an empl ogee i n the service of the Ci ty , i n c 1 u d i ng wor,ker ' :.
compensation .
Contractor understands ,and agrees that his term of service
is governed by this Contract , that no right of tenure is created
hereby , ,and !le doe's not hold a position in any department or,
office of the City , and that his service to the City under' this
Contract is governed .sol :. l y .and in all respects by the term of
this Contract .
4 . Warranty of Contractor . Contractor warrants that he is
qualified to provide the services herein agreed to.
5 . Compensation. City shall pay to Contractor as compen-
sation in full for, all services per'for'med by Contractor pursuant
to this Contract the :gum of $24 . 00 per, hour' . Additionally , the
City shall pay a lump sum of $850 . 00 per, month per, diem expense .
Contractor shal 1 be reimbursed for" personal , out-of--pocket
expense for, meeting attendance in accordance with City policy .
Claims for, all compensation and expenses shall be submitted by
Cpntr'actar ��reekl y . Payments !ay the City shall be made in accor-
• dance with established City pr'ocedur'es on a weekly basis to
coincide with the City ' s accounts payable billing cycle .
G . Termination of Contract for Convenience . Either' party
may terminate this Contract at .any ti me by giving to the other,
p'ar'ty thirty ( 30) cal endar days wr,i t t e n notice of such
termination specifying the effective date of such termination .
Termination sh;a l l have no effect upon the rights ,and obligations
of the parties ..ori si ng out of •°corny termination occurring prior to
the effective date of such termination . Contractor sha f 1 be paid
for, :_�rl 1 work satisfactorily completed prior to the effective date
of such termination .
7 . Termination of Contract for Cause . If Contractor fails
to fulfill , -in a timely and professional manner , his obligations
under, this Contract , or, if Contractor' shall violate a,ny of the
terms or, provisions of this Contract , City shall have the right
to t r'mi nate: his Contract effective immediately upon the City '
giving ten ( 10 ) calendar, days written notice thereof to Contrac-
tor, . Te=:r'mination shall have: no effect upon the rights and
obligations of the parties arising out of any transaction occur,-
ring prior, to the effective dat,_� of such termination . Contr'actor
shall be paid for, a1 1 work satisfactorily completed , as deter-
minid by City , prior to the _effective date of such ter'mi na ti on .
. 8 . Modification . This Contract constitutes the entire
understanding of the parties her'e'to and no changes , amendments ,
or, alterations, shall be effective unless in writing and signed by
both parties .
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Q . Non-Assignment f Contract . This Contract is intended
to seoure the individual servfoes of the Contractor . Any attempt
by Contractor to assign , transfer , dele-gate or, sublet this Con-
tract , or any interest therein , withOut the City / s prior written
consent shall cause, this Contract to be null and void .
10 , Covenant . The validity , enforceability and inter-
pretation of any of the olausea of this Contract shall be
determined and governed by the laws of the State of California ,
11 , Enforceability . The -invalidity and unenforceability of
any terms or, provisions hereof shall in no way affect the vali -
dity or, eoforoeabili ty of any other, terms or, provfsion3 .
12 , Actions . In the event of any action or, suit upon this
Contract , ~` ^'' parties shall be entitled to receive reasonable
attorney ' s fees and costs . It is agreed that any breach of this
Contract by the Contractor shall entitle the City to apply to any
court of competent jurisdiction to enjoin any violation , threat-
ened or, actual , of the Contract .
13 . Nondiscrimination . There shall be no discrimination
against any person employed pursuant to this Contract in any
manner, forbidden by law.
14 . Conflicts of Interest . No office , employee , director
or, agent of the City shall participate In any decision relating
to this Contract ' which affeuts hfo personal interest or, the
interest of any corporation , partnership or, association -in which
he is dfreot7y or indirectly interested , nor, shall any such
per-son have any interest , direct or indirect , 'in this Contract or
the provisions thereof .
15 . Term. City agrees to .provide a maximum of 40 hours
contract employrne.nt per week . Contraotor agrees to provide a
mimimum of 32 hours contract employment per, week .
The term of this Contract shall be for a period commencing
March 8 , 1988 , and shall continue unti | June ]O , 198O , or as
extended by mutual agreement of the parties ,
IN '4ITNESS WHEREOF , City and Contractor have executed this
Contract on the day and year, hereinabove set forth .
CITY OFATASCADERO
BARBARA N-ORRIS , Mayor
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ATTEST:
BOYD C . SHARITZ , wi t '1 -r,k
APPROVED AS TO FORM :
JEFFREY G . J,3RGENSEN , City Attorney
APPROVED AS TO CONTENT: CONTRACTOR :
MICHAEL SHEIISN , City Manager, JOHN M . BRAMBLE , Contr•act_or•
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ATTACHMENT "A"
CITY OF ATASCADERO
JANUARY 1986
CLASS TITLE: DIRECTOR OF ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:
Under general direction of the City Manager; manages, directs and
supervises the Administrative Services Department staff including
functions in the fields of Performance Basis Program Budget, Per-
sonnel, Risk Management, Data Processing, Financial Operations,
and serves as Finance Director .
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES PERFORMED:
(The examples listed do not include all the duties to be
performed. )
Directs and participates in the development and implementation of
program goals, objectives, policies and priorities.
Formulates departmental rules, procedures and policies and sees
that they are carried out.
Serves as staff to the City Council, in finance, risk management,
personnel and data processing matters including the preparation
and presentation of reports and recommendations.
Supervises and participates in the most complex finance and personne.
projects.
Makes authoritative interpretations of applicable laws, regulations
and policies.
Represents City in the community and at professional meetings as
required.
Prepares and administers the City budget, as well as the department
budget.
Recommends adoption and assists in preparation of ordinances.
Coordinates departmental activities with other City departments
and divisions and with outside agencies.
Selects, supervises, trains and evaluates assigned staff.
EMPLOYMENT GUIDELINES:
Knowldedge of: Municipal financial principles and practices;
applicable federal, state and local financial laws and regula-
tions; applicable federal, state and local personnel laws and
regulations; principles and practices of organization, adminis-
tration, budgeting and personnel management.
Ability to: Plan, organize- and supervise the work of employees
engaged in a variety of municipal finance and personnel activities;
communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing; collect
and analyze data and develop complex plans and reports; establish
and maintain cooperative relationships with city officials and
employees, the general public and representatives of other agencies;
properly interpret and make decisions in accordance with laws,
regulations and policies; select, supervise, train and evaluate
assigned staff.
Desireable Educations and Experience: A combination of a Degree
in Business Administration, Accounting or Public Administration.
Five years increasingly responsible local Government experience
with two years in a supervisory capacity.
Special Requirements: Possession of a valid California Driver ' s
License.
Other Conditions of Employment: Must be a permanent United
States Citizen or hold status of an immigrant "permanent
resident" and provide proof thereof.
Must be able to periodically pass a medical examination
administered by the City medical consultant.
. file: el5adsvc
MEETING AGENDA
! DATE 3/8/88 ITEM C-2
MEMORANDUM
City of Atascadero
March 8, 1988
TO: Members of the City Council
FROM: Jeffrey G. Jorgensen, City Attorney
SUBJECT: Police Facility Purchase Agreement
and Escrow Instructions - Status Report
After extensive discussion and negotiation with Michael L.
Salter, agent for the sellers of the Beno's property, it
appears that a final draft Purchase Agreement and Escrow
Instructions acceptable to the sellers has been developed.
Mr. Salter has recommended four significant changes to the
draft Purchase Agreement and Escrow Instructions previously
transmitted to the City Council, including the following:
1. Escrow Closing Date. Under the previous agreement,
escrow closing was to have taken place no later than
January 31, 1989. By letter dated March 2 , 1988, Mr.
Salter is now proposing a much shorter escrow period with
an escrow closing date of 120 days from execution of the
agreement. As a result, paragraph 4 of the agreement
would be revised to read as follows:
114 . Escrow Closing Date. The sale and
purchase of the Property shall be consummated
through the Escrow, which shall close no later
than July 22 , 1988, or one hundred twenty (120)
days from the date of execution of this
Contract, which ever occurs later (hereinafter
referred to as the 'Escrow Closing Date' ) . "
Recommendation: If the City Council wishes to proceed
with the purchase agreement, it is my recommendation that
the revised escrow closing date be accepted, as a shorter
escrow period is to the advantage of the City and will
allow for earlier occupation of the property.
2 . Warranties. Under the previous draft agreement, the
sellers were required to make a warranty concerning any
material defect in the property. The sellers have
requested that this warranty be limited to structural
defects only, since it is the intention of the City to
make major renovations to nonstructural items, and the
sellers are therefore proposing that the City accept such
nonstructural items in an "as is" condition. As a
result, the following revised warranty has been
developed:
MEET '
A 88 AGMA
MEMORANDUM
To: Honorable Mayor and City Council
Through: Michael Shelton, City Manager 94) .
From: Pau_L M. Sensibaugh, Director of Public Works/City Engineer
c�
Subject Hoff Agreement-West Mall Traffic Signal
Date: February 29, 1988
Recommendation:
Staff recommends that Council approve , the attached agreement
between the City and Ben Hoff, Inca and Ben 'Hoff Trust . '
Background:
• The attached agreement is the result of approximately 1 1/2 years
of negotiations between the City, Hoff and Caltrans. Thebackground
material for this report is provided in the attached draft memo dated
March 4, 1987. The last paragraph of the background section of that
memo indicates that the item was to be on the March 24, 1987 agenda.
It was since learned that the City must clear any and all right-of-way
issues with the adjacent property owners even though they fronted on
Highway 41 right-of-way.
It has taken nearly one year to resolve the right-of-way to the
point that staff could make a firm and fair recommendation to
Council . The agreement was signed by the Hoff 's on March 1, 1988.
Discussion:
This agreement was necessary in order to enter into the
construction agreement with Caltrans for the traffic signalization of
the El Camino Real-West Mall intersection. Considerable roadway
construction was also included in the design to allow a more efficient
intersection. In addition to a traffic ,signal the roadway will be
narrowed to the normal El Camino Real template and a storm sewer will
be provided to the "alley adjacent to Jack in the Box restaurant.
The main provisions of the enclosed agreement are as follows:
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City Agr@@@f
1 . To enter into an agreement with Caltrans for the signal—
roadway project.
2. To include plans for a fourth leg (driveway) of the
intersection in the design of the signaland controller.
3. To conditionally permit a future fourth leg (driveway) at the
subject intersection, subject to a Caltrans encroachment permit and a
traffic study to warrant such leg
4. To provide for the narrowing of the street,' including new
curb, gutter and sidewalk and drainage .
5 . To not condition the above 'property to widen E1 Camino Real
when the property develops in the future.
6. To release any City claim to prescriptive rights where the
existing sidewalk is on the Hoff 's property.
7. To pay 50% of the City costs for the above work. (I'n
conjunction with the " Caltrans agreement and the Hoff contribution
below. )
8. To provide two drives on Atascadero Mall for the Ben Hoff,
Inc . property. (One existing to be slightly relocated and one new
drive . )
Hoff Agrees:
1. To allow the closing of the two E1 Camino Real driveways
along the Ben Hoff, Inc property. (Where the present auto sales—
mechanic shop is now. )
2 . To allow the right of entry onto private land for
construction purposes.
3. To pay 50% of the City costs for which Caltrans has no
participation, not including the fire truck emergency activation
device, up to "a maximum of $16,500.
4. To pay for a- future traffic study to justify a future fourth
leg and the costs of such leg. (This will not apply to Hoff
personally if he sells the property, but would be a condition of
development for whoever owns said property if they desire a fourth
leg. )
5. To pay for any future drive encroachments or closings other
that those discussed above:
•
Section seven (7) of the agreement includes an escape clause in
case the City—Caltrans project is abandoned. Staff intends to bring
back the Caltrans agreement as soon as practicable for Council ' s
consideration.
Fiscal Impact :
The project cost to the City will be reduced up to $41 ,800 due to
this agreement . If there is no such agreement a fourth leg must be
Provided since there is an existing driveway within the intersection.
The City share would go from 339 to 50% participation with Caltrans
since, even though the encroachment is within the Hgwy. 41 R.O.W. , the
City is responsible for that leg. If the project does not go through
Hoff will be responsible for all the widening costs when the property
develops . In that event the City would effectively lose about
$100, 000 of grant monies for the signal project since a delay would
shift said monies back into the district—wide pot . The City could not
hope to regain its position for funding prior to the re—alignment of
Highway 41 to the south.
Since this agreement does not increase the City obligation and is
conditional upon the Caltrans project, the construction and
engineering costs will be provided when the Caltrans agreement is
Presented to Council .
RIGHT-OF-WAY AGREEMENT
(Release of All Claims)
THIS AGREEMENT, made and entered into this
S day
of � er� 1988, by and between the CITY OF
ATASCADERO, a municipal corporation of the State of
California (hereinafter referred to as "City") , and MR. &
MRS. BEN HOFF, husband and wife, and BEN HOFF, INC. , a
California corporation (hereinafter collectively referred
to as "Hoff") .
Witnesseth
i
WHEREAS, City desires to enter into . a contract with
the State of California, acting by and through its
Department of Transportation (hereinafter referred to as
the "State") , to install a traffic control signal and
safety lighting and to perform related roadwork at the
intersection of E1 Camino Real with State Highway Route 41 ,
West Mall (hereinafter referred to as the "Project") ; and
WHEREAS, Mr . & Mrs . Ben Hoff, husband and wife, are
the owners of that certain real property located in the
City of Atascadero adjacent to the Project as described in
Exhibit "A" attached hereto and incorporated herein by
reference as though fully set forth; and
WHEREAS, Ben Hoff, Inc . , a California corporation, is
the owner of that certain real property located in the City
of Atascadero adjacent to the Project as described in
Exhibit "B" attached hereto and incorporated herein by
reference as though fully set forth; and
WHEREAS, the Project will require the installation of
frontage improvements along the right-of-way adjacent to
the above-described property owned by Hoff, including, but
not limited to, curb and gutter, sidewalk, and related
improvements , and said frontage improvements will restrict
or. eliminate existing access along E1 Camino Real to the
property owned by Hoff; and
WHEREAS, a schematic diagram of the Project and the
proposed improvements is attached hereto as Exhibit "C" and
incorporated herein by reference as though fully set forth;
and
WHEREAS, City and Hoff desire to enter into this
Agreement to facilitate construction of the Project , and to
set forth the understanding, rights , duties , and
obligations of the respective parties ;
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NOW, THEREFORE, for and in consideration of mutual
covenants and promises of the parties hereto and upon the
express terms and conditions hereinafter set forth , it is
agreed by and between them, and each with the other, as
follows :
1 . The parties have herein set forth the whole of
their agreement . The performance of this Agreement
constitutes the entire consideration for said document and
shall relieve the City and State of all further obligation
or claims on this account , or on account of the location,
grade or construction of the proposed Project and public
improvements .
2 . City agrees :
a . To enter into an agreement with the State to
provide a traffic signal at the intersection of State
Highway 41 (West Mall) and E1 Camino Real (also Highway
41) , including design engineering.
b. To pay City' s share of the cost of the signal ,
including the design to handle a potential fourth leg to
accommodate a potential future driveway within the
intersection to serve the above property owned by Hoff. •
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C . To permit , subject to City approval of an overall
master plan for development (which may be a precise plan,
conditional use permit , parcel map, or tract map) , a fourth
leg intersection driveway and a second driveway to serve
the overall property . Such application shall be
accompanied by a traffic study analyzing whether a fourth
leg is justified, which traffic study shall be undertaken
by an independent registered civil engineer specializing in
traffic engineering who is jointly selected by City and the
applicant at the expense of the applicant . Hoff
understands that any drive approach within the State
Highway will be possible only as an encroachment under a
. permit issued and approved by the State, District 5 , San
Luis Obispo, California . City, however, will obtain
conceptual approval of such drive in the redesign of the
signalization plan for the future fourth leg of the
intersection . Hoff further understands that any future
development of the property affected by this Agreement
shall require City approval under the planning, zoning,
building, and other laws and regulations in effect at the
time a specific application is made . City agrees to
process any future development proposal which may be
submitted to City pursuant to said laws under the standard
and customary procedures at the time of application, but
does . not make any representations as to the acceptability
of any specific development proposal as part of this
Agreement .
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d. To provide for, in conjunction with the State, the
roadway construction along the above frontage, which will
include curb and gutter , sidewalk, narrowing of the street ,
removal of the existing walk and curb and gutter,
construction of a new radius return with Atascadero Mall ,
drainage improvements , and other items pertinent to the
above construction, all new improvements being within the
public right-of-way and the walk removal being on the said
private property , all as shown in Exhibit "C" .
e . To not condition the above property to widen E1
Camino Real in the future .
f . To release any claim the City may have to any
prescriptive rights or adverse possession along the El
Camino Real right-of-way after completion of the new
sidewalk, thus allowing the private use of the existing
public sidewalk now occupying private property .
g. To pay fifty percent (50%) of the City costs of
the improvements listed in item 2 .d above, including
engineering costs , in conjunction with State grants .
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h . To provide two (2) driveway approaches on
Atascadero Mall at the locations shown on the State plans
at no cost to Hoff .
3 . Hoff agrees ;
a . To the closing of the two existing driveways
within the above intersection , located along E1 Camino Real
along the 88 .18 ft . frontage of the Ben Hoff, Inc . property
as shown on Exhibit A in conjunction with the above signal
and street improvement project , and hereby releases any and
all claims Hoff may now or in the future assert against the
City and/or State as a result of the Project .
b . To allow the right of entry onto the above-
described property to permit the construction of item 2 .d
and 2 .h above .
C . To pay fifty percent (50%) of the cost of the
curbs , gutters , sidewalk, removals , pavements , drainage,
and related work that would otherwise be one hundred
percent (100 ) City costs regarding the Caltrans project
for work necessary to narrow the pavement section along E1
Camino Real generally from the northerly right-of-way line
of West Mall (Highway 41) to the southerly property line of
• Jack-In-The-Box, up to a maximum of $16,500.
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d. To pay one hundred percent (100%) of the costs of
any future traffic study that may be required for the
development of the above property, and to pay one hundred
percent (100%) of the costs of a potential future fourth
leg of the traffic signal in item 2 .a above that may be
provided due to a future driveway encroachment as provided
in item 2 .c above as a replacement for the driveway
eliminated in item 3.a above, including poles , signal
heads , loop detectors , walk signals, etc .
e . To pay for any future driveway encroachments or
closings not included in the above Project .
4 . Hoff shall defend, indemnify, and save harmless
City, its officers , agents , and employees , from any and all
claims , demands , damages , costs , expenses , and liabilities
arising out of this Agreement or occasioned by the
negligent performance or attempted negligent performance of
the provisions hereof, including, but not limited to, any
negligent act or omission to act on the part of Hoff or
Hoff' s agents , employees , or independent contractors
directly responsible to Hoff, except that the above shall
not apply to the sole negligence or willful misconduct of
City or City' s agents , servants , or independent contractors
who are directly responsible to City . The indemnification
provision shall apply even if there is concurrent or joint
negligence of indemnitor and indemnitee, and even if there
is active or passive negligence by either or both parties .
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5 . City shall defend, indemnify, and save harmless
Hoff, its officers , agents , and employees , from any and all
claims , demands, damages , costs , expenses, and liabilities
arising out of this Agreement or occasioned by the
negligent performance or attempted negligent performance of
the provisions hereof, including, but not limited to, any
negligent act or omission to act on the part of City or
City' s agents , employees , or independent contractors
directly responsible to City, except that the above shall
not apply to the sole negligence or willful misconduct of
Hoff or Hoff' s agents , servants , or independent contractors
who are directly responsible to Hoff . This indemnification
. provision shall apply even if there is concurrent or joint
negligence of indemnitor and indemnitee, and even if there
is active or passive negligence by either or both parties .
6 . All work done under this Agreement , whether by
City, State, or Hoff, shall conform to all applicable
building, fire, and sanitary laws , ordinances , and
regulations relating to such work, and shall be done in a
good and workmanshiplike manner .
7 . In the event the Project contemplated by this
Agreement is not initiated by the State for any reason
whatsoever , this Agreement shall terminate as though this
Agreement had not been executed.
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8. This Agreement may be modified only by a written
amendment signed by all parties hereto .
9 . This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of
the State of California .
10 . Communications between the parties to this
Agreement may be sent to the following addresses :
City : City of Atascadero
6500 Palma Avenue
P.O. Box 747
Atascadero, CA 93423
Attn : Public Works Director
Telephone (805) 466-8000
Hoff : Mr . & Mrs . Ben Hoff
285 Bradley
Morro Bay , CA 93442
Telephone (805) 772-8441
Ben Hoff, III
7961 Nightingale Way
San Diego, CA 92123,
Telephone (619) 277-8059 •
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. ACCEPTED AND AGREED this /5� day of 4%"j)-
1988.
CITY: HOFF:
CITY OF ATASCADERO
a municipal corporation
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ATTEST: BEN HOFF, INC.
By ;
City Clerk dent
APPROVED AS TO CONTENT: By >
Secretary
Public Works Director
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
City Attorney
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MEMORANDUM
TO: City Council
THROUGH: Mike Shelton, City Manager
FROM: Paul Sensibaugh, Director of Public Works
SUBJECT: West Mall Signal Project
DATE: March 4, 1987
Recommendation:
Staff recommends that Council enter into the proposed agree-
ment with Caltrans to initiate the West Mall Signal project, with
the understanding that the contract can be voided if right-of-way
negotiations fail or if bids are more than estimated.
Background:
The West Mall Traffic Signal Project was conceived many
years ago and warranted by Caltrans last fiscal year. The
intersection of West Mall and El Camino Real has two legs for
Highway 41 and one leg for a city street (North E1 Camino Real)
The project was laid out originally to provide a traffic
signal and to improve the geometry of the northerly leg from the
Yogurt Shack to Jack-in-the-Box. That leg was once deleted due
to lack of funds and potential developer conditioning.
The project was included in the 1986-87 fiscal City Budget
and the 86-87 Caltrans programming.
When it was reevaluated by Caltrans this past summer the
City was asked if they wanted the drive across from West
Mall (on the Hoff property) included in the design. If in-
cluded, the funding formula would change from 67% Caltrans -
33% City to 50%-50% since Caltrans is not responsible for
driveways even though they require a signal phase to be
designed for the driveway leg.
This was unacceptable to the City Staff and it was agreed
to cut off the drive access that presently exists on El Camino
Real. The City was also informed that the northerly leg would
be 100% City cost.
At that time the City, Caltrans and Mr . Hoff, the property
• owner, held a meeting in Caltrans offices to discuss the final
design of the project.
It was agreed by all parties that the proposed design would
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prevail but that in trade for closure of four drives on the Hoff
frontage, the City staff would recommend to Council to a 50-50
split in the cost of the northerly leg narrowing. In addition,
the Hoff property would gain back the area that is presently the
El Camino Real sidewalk. Additionally, the City agreed to
request the Health Department to hold off on the required removal
of the underground fuel tanks until the porject was underway so
that the sidewalk would only be disturbed once. The Community
Development Department later agreed to hold off temporarily on
the illegal non-conforming service station shop to facilitate the
project.
On the basis of the above events, Caltrans proceeded with
the final design plans and specifications for an early
Spring bid letting. It was necessary to have the project
awarded before June 30 so that it remained fundable in the
current fiscal year.
After the design was completed the Caltrans right-of-way
department announced that they were concerned with the fact that
there was work being done on Atascadero Mall and that Mr. Hoff
had a Quit Claim deed from Crocker Bank (now Wells Fargo) for the
west section of Atascadero Mall. Caltrans requested that the
City obtain that section by Quit Claim deed. Subsequently, the
City Engineer wrote to Mr. Hoff requesting that he sign over the
property to the City since it was and is proposed in the General
Plan to be a public street and that he wouldn' t have to pay taxes
on the property. No answer was received.
About this time Mr. O.C. Corrothers entered the picture as a
potential buyer of th Hoff corner lot for a chicken franchise.
Plans were drawn up .by Twin Cities on a hurried basis that showed
the E1 Camino Real drive as the main access. Corrothers met
with Caltrans to express a desire to keep the drive open and to
possibly use Atascadero Mall in the parking plan.
The City Engineer and Director of Community Development both
found the plans unacceptable and asked for a redesign.
Caltrans now announced that they were ready to bid and
presented the City with an agreement in their offices. The
City re-expressed a desire to proceed as the project funds would
be in danger if a redesign was sought. A curb cut or opening
constituted a redesign since it would require a signal phase leg.
The City indicated that they only offered a 50-50 split on the
northerly curb in conjunction with the closing of the drives.
Elimination of the curb, however, also constituted a change in
design and thus a delay of the project to the next fiscal year.
Caltrans expressed that a shift to the next fiscal year
meant that the funds would be withdrawn and placed back into a
competative pot and that the City could not be assured of the .
funds.
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. The City asked to meet with Mr. Hoff to settle the right-of
way. Mr. & Mrs. Hoff brought attorney Glen Lewis and the City
Attorney, City Engineer and a Mr. Lowder from Caltrans were
present. Mr. Lewis, speaking for Mr. Hoff, wanted to know the
out-of-pocket to Mr. Hoff for the deal. It was explained about
the usable sidewalk area, no taxes on Atascadero Mall right-of-
way, the underground tanks, the illegal use and his share of the
curb which was about $17 ,000. Mr. Lewis was to get with the City
Attorney to discuss their position. That did not occur. The
following week the City Engineer received a letter from Hoff
saying that he would obligate to a 50-50 share for the northerly
curb and sidewalk work, if he was given some assurances on the
future use of his property. However, he needed to contact "other
parties" that had an interest in the corner service station
property , before he could agree on the previous verbal
agreement.
On or about February 17 Caltrans gave the City until
March 10 to settle with Mr. Hoff and to enter into a contract
with Caltrans. Mr. Corrothers had hired another planner to
present more site plans to the City. Corrothers postponed two
meetings with the City Engineer and Community Development
Director the last week of February.
On Friday, February 27 Mr. Corrothers presented two
additional layout sketches for a new business that were obviously
not going to be acceptable to the city. After about an hour of
discussion it appeared that Corrothers as satisfied with the
City' s position and that he would deal with Hoff. Corrothers
called the City Engineer on Sunday to express that Hoff would not
settle for a closed drive and wanted to meet Monday. Meetings
were held Monday and Tuesday with the agenda for the March 10th
meeting due that day. No agreement was at hand.
On Tuesday (March 3) Caltrans assigned to right-of-way
acquisition personnel to study the Hoff property. The City was
informed that they could enter into the Caltrans agreement and
pull out later if the acquisition of the drive access would delay
the project beyond a date that would not allow an award by June
30. They also indicated that the State would certify the
right-of-way. This was good news, but contrary to what was told
to the City previously.
Negotiations are continuing. The agreement will be on the
March 24 Council agenda.
Fiscal Impact:
The estimated cost of the project is $ The State
will- pay 67% of $ and the city 33% plus 100% of the
balance. Hoff would be obligated to $ on the present
design. The resultant cost to the City would be $ plus
any right-of-way acquisition costs.
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA—BUSINESS, TRANSPORTATION AND HOUSING AGENCY GEORGE DEUKMEJIAN, Governor
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
P.O. BOX 8114
SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA 93403-8114
Telephone: (805) 549-3111
TDD (805) 549-3259
March 11, 1987
5-SLO-41-16 .2
Parcel 4600-1,-2
E.A. 054709
City of Atascadero
P. 0. Box 747
Atascadero, CA 93423
ATTN: Paul Sensibaugh, -
Director of Public Works
Gentlemen :
This is to confirm our conversation of March 5, 1987 concerning
the SL041/West Mall Project .
As things now stand, the State cannot proceed with the project
due to the position of Mr. Hoff relative to access from his
property to Highway 41. I understand you feel you can work out
an agreement with Mr. Hoff, which will deal with his concerns.
As the agreement will probably result in allowing access from Mr.
Hoff' s property onto Highway 41, a project design change will be
required. Also it will be necessary to modify the City/State
agreement relative to the project design and cost shares. We
anticipate that if an agreement is worked out soon with Mr . Hoff,
the project will only be delayed 3-4 months .
As soon as you have resolved the Hoff matter , please contact me .
We will need a design showing the location and size of the access
curb cuts.
I know you are anxious to see this project proceed. I want you
to know we feel the same .
Since ,
i'
a S. Bowden
Right of Way Agent
Relocation Assistance Branch
Plw ,cc: Bill Fieldhouse
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MEET! AGEIVI)A
DATE I rE -�
March 8, 1988
To: City Council
Via: Mike Shelton, City Manager .
From: Bob Best, Parks and Recreation Director
Subject : Facility Usage for Sports Programs
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends Council, under guidance of the Parks and
Recreation Commission, by motion, receive staff report and direct
staff to meet with Little League representatives to further
explore "apparent" scheduling conflicts . As scheduling of fields
is extremely competitive and complicated, Council directing use
of the fields for Little League use only would undermine the
delicate balance and uses desired by other user organizations. As --
the Parks and Recreation Commission has not had the opportunity
to consider this matter, it is also appropriate for that body to
be given the opportunity to receive input and make
recommendations to staff and Council as may be necessary.
REPORT
BACKGROUND
This report is submitted per the direction of the Council
relating to usage and scheduling of City recreational facilities .
A concern was expressed that the City has '"something against
Little League" baseball by the Little League President . ,The
intent of this report is to present information to the Council in
order to have a clearer understanding of the problem.
Under provisions of the newly adopted Joint Powers Agreement
with the School District, Recreation Division Staff has the
responsibility of coordinating outdoor facility usage schedules
for City and School facilities . Staff has met with each
representative of the various youth sports programs which use
facilities in the Spring and Summer to work out a master
schedule . The result this year was the easiest ,and quickest
resolving of facility needs in the Past three years as
Recreation Supervisor Gil Dovalina and Parks and Recreation
Commission Chairman Mike Lara were able to work out the needs of
all youth sportsgroupsfor the spring program.
Before Paloma Creek Park came on line, adults and youth had
to share school district facilities and Alvord Field. The
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complaints at that time was that the two did not mix, as adults
interfered with the youth games and/or practices.- The goal was to
get the adults out of areas where youth Programs were. held.
Paloma Park allowed this to happen.
The complaint seemed to center on the perceived issue that
the City will not develop facilities for Little League Baseball
because we "refuse" to build mounds for the Little League
Program,,
On Thursday, March 3, a meeting was held with the Little
League President, the Parks and Recreation Director, and the
Chairman of the Parks and Recreation Commission to discuss the
concerns expressed at the February 23 Council meeting.
ISSUE STATEMENT
The question is how much time should be allowed to other
organizations for usage of Paloma Park for sports Programs. With
the Popularity of baseball in, Atascadero, all available
facilities are utilized. Should there be a mixing of age groups
at each facility? Council has already heard the complaint that •
the mixing of age groups causes problems. Should the City reduce
the number of programs it offers on City facilities to
accommodate the desires of Private organizations? Are there
alternatives to offer, or should the schedule remain as is? How
will the development of two new fields on Traffic Way and the new
Youth field at Paloma Park affect the needs of private
organizations? The City? How will the development of San Gabriel
School impact the needs of sports programs in Atascadero? How
much responsibility should Private organizations have for
developing their own facilities? How can softball'/baseball fields
be developed to provide for multi-purpose use?
FINDINGS
The Parks and Recreation Department currently has
approximately 60 teams participating in the adult softball
`program at Paloma Park, which represents approximately 1000`
adults. This is the maximum number of teams which can be
scheduled in softball leagues on a weekly basis . In order to
provide each team one game Per week, both fields are scheduled
from 6 p .m.-10: 00 p .m. Monday-Friday. There are one hour and
fifteen minute time limits for all games . The intent of the
department is to not mix adult and youth programs in order to
eliminate potential conflicts . Before Paloma Park was developed,
Alvord Field was used for adult softball . A change in the usage
of Paloma would result in Babe Ruth Baseball losing some of their
time at Alvord.
The department provides facility maintenance at Paloma Park,
which is acritical service to keep the fields professionally
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maintained. It is important to point out that it is the adult
softball program which pays, as part of their fee, to have field
maintenance done on a daily basis . The elimination of this fee
would result in the General Fund subsidizing field maintenance or
substandard maintenance resulting in safety hazards .
At the present time the youth sports groups (Little League
and Girls Softball ) have approved Use Permits for school district
facilities a total of 520 collective hours weekly; Paloma
Softball Fields a total of 22 .5 hours weekly; and Paloma Soccer
Fields (for the Little League T—Ball Program) a total of 45 hours
weekly. The Parks and Recreation Department , as a service to the
community, has had constructed at City expense, four portable
backstops for the T—Ball program. The Adult Softball Program,
with 60 teams, uses a total of 40 hours per week for its program,
compared to total hours of 587 . 5 for Little League and Girls
Softball . The department strives to minimize the hours used for
the adults, and the above totals reflect this effort . As
indicated earlier, the reduction of adult time at Paloma will
result in an increased use of Alvord and School District
facilities by the adults, and the youth sports groups do not want
this either. It has been previously indicated by the Little
League President that they cannot play games at night because
their rules prohibit night games .
The Parks and Recreation Department has elected not to
expand the softball program beyond 60 teams, as it would then be
necessary to schedule games at Alvord and/or School facilities .
This was a decision we have made which we believe to be in
everyone ' s best interest .
The development of two new fields at Traffic Way Park, the
completion of the youth field at Paloma, and the -completion of
San Gabriel School will positively impact the needs of youth
sports in Atascadero. The intention of the department was to
insure that the three new fields were youth oriented, and the
City is working to achieve its obligation to the children in
Atascadero.
The recommendations of the youth groups concerning facility
development was that facilities be designed for multi—purpose
use . The minutes of the December 1986 Parks and Recreation
Commission meeting reflected the desires of the youth sports
groups in regard to development of multi—purpose sports fields .
That is certainly an admirable objective , and we are attempting
to keep that in mind as we develop facilities . It should be
pointed out that various programs have specific rules regarding
. facilities which may conflict with other programs . For example ,
the question of the City not providing mounds for Little League
appears to be a major concern. If mounds were developed, the
facility would not be available for Girls Softball , as they do
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not use mounds in their program. It is a situation which does
not lend to shared use without some type of compromise or
alternative solution.
Our staff has discussed this with Little League, and have
offered some suggestions which could eliminate the problems of
multi-purpose facilities . These include shared use of a facility
by Little League and Girls Softball- examples could include
having a field used for one season by one of the programs, the
next year the other program using the facility; splitting use of
the facility for one season, or some combination of the two.
Also, portable mounds could be purchased by Little League for
usage on the Youth field at Paloma and Traffic Way Park; if the
schedule is established for seasonal use of a facility by an
organization, mounds could be constructed for the duration of an
entire season (or half a season depending upon the schedule) and
then removed by Little League at the end of scheduled use of the
facility. The question of mounds is not a problem, and is simply
a scheduling matter.
POTENTIAL RESOLUTIONS
The recommendations made by Parks and Recreation have
included the purchase of portable mounds by Little League which
could easily be taken on and off fields; constructing mounds for
the duration of the scheduled use and then removing; considering
Little League and Girls Softball splitting time at Traffic Way
and the youth field at Paloma; and considering that one
organization use a field for one season and changing the next
Year.
With the concerns of the mixing of youth and adults , it is
not desirable to schedule adults on the school facilities . In
the next year there will be three new quality facilities which
are solely for the Youth plus the fields at San Gabriel School ,
and these should resolve the immediate needs and concerns of
Youth sports .
With the involvement of the Parks and Recreation Commission,
many of the "apparent" problems could be reduced or eliminated.
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DA ! iTEMN ,� 1
March 8, 1988
To: City Council
Via: Mike Shelton, City Manager ,
From: Bob Best, Parks and Recreation Director
Subject : Alvord Field Light Fees
BACKGROUND
On February 23, 1988, Staff was directed by Council to study
the request by Mr. Jim Gibbons concerning the light rental fees
for Alvord ,Field. The request was made for the City to 'consider
making a change in the policy regarding the charge to Babe Ruth
Baseball for the hourly use of the field lights
The City Council originally adopted light fees for Alvord
Field with the passage of Resolution No. 55-84. On May 13, 1985,
Council passed Resolution No. 31-85, which revised and
established fees for usage of recreational tlonal areas. On March 10,
1987, Council adopted -
p Resolution No. 21 87, which superceded the
Previously adopted resolutions . The initial fee for light usage
at Alvord (in 1984) was $7 per hour. In 1988, the fee remains at
$7 per hour for all groups except profit making organizations,
which is set at $10 per hour.
ISSUE STATEMENT
Should the City of Atascadero authorize a reduction in fee
for the Babe Ruth Baseball program, realizing that this could set
a precedent for the future for other groups? Is there a solution
which could provide for the needed hourly rate of the lights and
provide for replacement costs at the same time? Should the City
subsidize the program?
RECOMMENDATION
1 Authorize the Parks and Recreation Director to establish an
hourly rate for light usage based on actual electric cost per
PG&E. This basic rate will be the hourly rate charged to Babe
Ruth Baseball .
2. Any lights which need to be replaced during the season will be
the responsibility of Babe Ruth Baseball . This shall include
light replacement, parts, and the cost of manpower and equipment
to physically replace the lights All lights needing replacement
shall be the responsibility of the Babe Ruth program.
ALTERNATIVES
1 . Do not make any changes in the current, policy, andcharge the
full fee of `$7 per hour ,for usage of the lights.
2. Authorize the hourly cost to be paid from the City budget,
with replacement costs to be paid by Babe Ruth, Baseball .
3. All costs associated with the lights to be 'paid by the City of
Atascadero.
4. Authorize an hourly charge `be assessed to Babe Ruth Baseball ,
with replacement costs to be paid ;by the City of Atascadero.
FISCAL IMPACT
No fiscal impact would result if Council approved Staff
recommendation, as potential costs would be addressed. `
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• MEMORANDUM
To: Honorable Mayor and City Council
Through: Michael Shelton, City Manager
From: Paul M. Sensibaugh, Director of Public Works/City Engineer
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Subject : Request for Proposals-Lewis Ave . Bridge Design
Date: March 1, 1988
Recommendation:
Staff recommends that Council direct to request a minimum of
three and a maximum of ten proposals for the design of the Lewis
Avenue Bridge, including the design of a pedestrian bridge and a
connector street between Lewis Ave . and Palma Ave.
Background: ,
The Lewis Ave. Bridge project pre-dates the incorporation of the
City and most recently action was taken at the combined City/School
council/board meeting on February 22, 1988 to finally fix the position
of the bridge to align with Lewin 'Ave . This did not come without some
concessions since the _ City needs an easement across Atascadero Creek
from the Atascadero Unified School District; to construct the project.
Included in the decision was the addition of a connector street
that will traverse the alley south of the city parking lot to join
Lewis Ave . _ with , Palma Ave. There will be a follow up lease-trade
agreement between the City and the Schools to allow the use of each
others land to accommodate the safe handling of school children drop
offs, school expansion and public parking. The .subject design will
take this agreement into consideration and submit preliminary plans to
the City/School Committee for their review.
Discussion:
Attached is the proposed Scope of Services which includes the
design of the bridge, ' the design of a seperate pedestrian bridge as
outlined in the General Plan, and the connector street discussed
above . Traffic circulation and school children drop offs will also be
addressed.
It is anticipated that once the pedestrian bridge design is
• completed that that work will be bid immediately. The vehicular
bridge and the street work will be bid simultaneously but only after
adequate funds are obtained through development fees.
Fiscal Impact :
There is $96,750 remaining from the Bordeaux House bridge
contribution which was budgeted this fiscal year for the above
purpose. ($101 ,750 less the $5, 000 for the traffic; and schoolimpact
study. ) The design is expected to cost about $50, 000. The pedestrian
bridge and walkway path construction is estimated at $40,000.
Please refer to the attached January 29, 1988 memo for additional
fiscal impact discussion.
March 1, 1988
Name
Title
Street Address
P.O.Box No.
City, State Zip
Dear Consultant :
You are invited to submit a proposal to the City of
Atascadero to provide a design for a new vehicular bridge and
separate pedestrian bridge across Atascadero Creek and a short
• street connection, including preliminary design, final design,
detail plans and specifications and construction engineering for
each. The three items of work are independent of each other with
respect to design but fit into an overall plan in a small
geographical area.
There has not been a preliminary evaluation of the vehicular
bridge project but it is anticipated that a one or three—span
flat slab approximately 90 to 120 feet in total length will be
necessary. A sidewalk will be provided on both sides of the
bridge . A separate pedestrian bridge will also span the creek
and conceptual designs shall be submitted to the Planning
Department for their approval prior to detail plans being
submitted (during preliminary engineering phase) .
The street section will be 20 feet wide with curb and
gutters but without sidewalks and will be about 200 feet in
length. Adjacent parking lots will be accommodated in the design
as well as appropriate drainage which is minor in nature .
Your proposal should be based upon the following Scope of
Services :
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1) Gather existing plans, maps and other data . The City will
Provide any maps, records or other data that it has readily
available , upon request . A foundation inspection for the
vehicular bridge was completed in 1979 but may have to be
updated. Available also is 100-scale topographic mapping with 2
ft . contours . The consultant should satisfy himself/herself
prior to submittal as to what information is available . .
2) Prepare preliminary plans for the three main items of work
(the vehicular bridge, the pedestrian bridge and the street . )
3) After approval of the preliminary plans prepare detailed
construction plans (at a scale approved by the City Engineer) and
specifications and bidding documents for public bid by a
governmental agency.
4) Provide construction engineering for the project, including
Project administration, review of shop drawings and pay estimates
and resident inspection services as requested.
5) A hydraulic analysis will be a, part of the preliminary
engineering for the bridges as well as any necessary update to
the soils report .
6) All environmental evaluations that are required by local ,
state or federal agencies will be a part of the preliminary
bridge engineering, including, but not limited to, Fish and Game
permits, Army Corps Of Engineers 404 permit, archaeological ,
wetlands, historical and biological data. NOTE: There are no
Federal or State funds involved in this project, only local
funds . The consultant shall satisfy himself/herself as the the
necessity of the above service .
7) Review the preliminary and final results with the Director of
Public Works/City Engineer. The consultant will be expected to
meet with staff at least on a weekly basis at the discretion of
the Director and at least once before the City Council for each
project . At least one major review will be provided to the City
prior to submitting the final drawings . Two weeks shall be given
for such review and five (5) draft copies shall be provided.
8) The consultant shall estimate a time of completion for the
work for each project . Time of completion may be a consideration
for award . The consultant shall provide twenty five (25) copies
and one original of the final completed work.
9) The consultant shall present the City with background
information on his/her firm and the key individual (s) that will
work on this project . A contact person will be named if the
proposal is accepted. Personnel and available resources will be
a determining factor for award.
S10) The consultant shall give a fee based on a lump sum, not to
exceed figure and shall include all incidental costs such as
printing, travel , etc . Additional compensation shall not be
awarded. Progress payments are permissible with a 10% retention.
(a) Provide a lump sum for the vehicular bridge proposal .
(b) Provide a lump sum for the pedestrian bridge proposal .
(c) Provide a lump sum for the new street proposal .
(d) Provide a lump sum for the total of (a) , (b) and (c)
above which may be less than the algebraic sum of the three due
to the apparent advantage of doing all three completely separate
but related projects which are essentially adjacent to one
another.
11) NOTE that the City reserves the right to award any or all of
the three types of work to one, two or three individual
consultants . The design and construction for each is not
expected to conflict with the others .
12) NOTE that resident inspection services shall not be included
in the above figures, however, an hourly rate shall be provided
for such services and shall not be subject to increase . The
amount of time necessary for the separate works shall be
discussed with the consultant, with the City Engineer making the
final determination.
13) NOTE that some requirements such as hydraulics and
environmental considerations may or may not be applicable to all
three individual projects . The consultant shall satisfy
himself/herself as to what data is required to complete the work
in a professional and concise manner.
14) The consultant shall be expected to enter into a agreement
with the City for the above work and is expected to provide
limited liability insurance .
We look forward to your submittal and are ready to answer
any questions that you may have . Proposals are due on or before
2 : 00pm, April 11 , 1988 at the office of the Director of Public
Works/City Engineer.
Very Truly Yours,
Paul M. Sensibaugh,
Director of Public Works/
City Engineer
To: The Board of Education and City Council
Through: Michael B. Shelton, City Manager
From: . Paul M. S nsibaugh, Director of Public Works/City Engineer
For: The Joint� City/School Committee
Date: January 29, 1988
Re : Atascadero Creek Bridge
Recommendation:
The City/School Committee recommends that the Atascadero
Unified Schood District Board of Education and the City of •
Atascadero City Council endorse the street and bridge alignment
attached hereto for the proposed Atascadero Creek Bridge, and
that a concensus be reached that the respective bodies direct
staff to prepare a lease agreement for Council and Board
consideration for temporary property trades to accomodate the
proposed alignment.
Background:
The joint City/School Committee has met regularly on the
above topic over the past six months . A consultant was hired by
the City at the recommendation of the committee to study several
Potential alignments for a route parallel to E1 Camino Real
across Atascadero Creek connecting the Central Business District
to neighboring shopping, centers and the future Highway 41
alignment. The AUSD owns the creekway property in this area and
an easement is necessary prior to the construction of a bridge .
The committee made an exhaustive review of the pros and cons
of the alternates and has finally zeroed in on a variation of the
original proposals . At the last special meeting a concensus was
arrived at with respect to an alignment that would address all
the concerns, subject to a review of a larger scale plan of the
new alternative and subject to the impact on existing buildings
such as the Historic Society building, the Daily Press, and the
school Administration/Kindergarten portable building. That plan
is presented for your comments and approval .
Those paying the majority of fees have indicated that once a
contract is entered into for the design, they would like to
discuss some creative financing with the City, especially
assessment district possibilities . Paying the fee at the
building permit phase cannot be included in their construction
loans and may make their projects cost prohibitive . At the same
time the bridge would not become a reality until all money is
collected, therefore they would receive no benefit from the fees
and the City could not mitigate the traffic as planned.
xc : Dr. Anthony Avina
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MEMORANDUM
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To: Board of Directors/Atascadero County Sanitation District
Through: Michael Shelton, City Manager
From: Paul M. Sensibaugh, Director of Public Works/City Engineer
Subject: Sewer Master Plan Engineering Agreement-CH2M Hill
Date: February 29, ` 198$
Recommendation:
Staff recommends that Council enter into the attached agreement
with CH2M Hill for the amount stated.
Background:
At the last regular meeting the Board awarded the proposal for
the above project to CH2M :Hill and directed staff to bring back an
• agreement . Additionally, it was requested that the contract
deemphasize the paragraph on growth as related to the project and to
see if any reduction in fee could result due to any change in scope.
Discussion:
Staff is finalizing the actual agreement as the agenda is being
prepared. The basic agreement is generic as developed by the current
City Attorney and will be refined with respect to Council 's direction
discussed above.
Fiscal Impact :
The cost for the Master Plan shall notexceed $24,900 as directed
by the Board at the last regular meeting.
Contract to be distributed by Public Works
Department at a later time.
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