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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 012880 i ' MINUTES - ATAS A C DERO CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting January 28, 1980 7: 30 p.m. Atascadero Administration Building ' The meeting was called to order by Mayor Wilkins with the Pledge of Allegiance. Reverend Lon Eckdahl of the Church of the Nazarene gave the invocation. ROLL CALL PRESENT: Councilmen Highland, Mackey, Nelson and Mayor Wilkins ABSENT: Councilman Stover A. CONSENT CALENDAR 1. Minutes of the regular meeting of January 14, 1980 (RECOMMEND APPROVAL) 2. Treasurer's Report, 12-18-79 through 1-22-80 (RECOMMEND APPROVAL) MOTION: Councilman Nelson moved for the approval of the Consent Calendar. The motion was seconded by Councilman Highland and unanimously carried. PUBLIC COMMENT 1. Leslie Cannon spoke on behalf of the Santa Rosa PTA and advised Council of the difficulties the school was having in getting Atascadero Avenue re-striped after its widening. They had received several assurances from County staff that this would be taken care of and had only recently learned that re-striping is not even in the job specifications. Chuck Wilber, Principal of the Santa Rosa School also spoke on this matter. Mr. Warden ' stated that he would contact the County concerning this matter. 2. David Cannon asked Council when they would establish a recreation committee and how one would go about becoming a member. Mayor Wilkins stated that other items had taken precedence over establishing a recreation committee; however, Council did hope to get to it in the near future. B. HEARINGS, APPEARANCES AND REPORTS 1. Public hearing on Public Safety Committee Report Howard Marohn criticized the composition and functioning of ' the Public Safety Committee. Russ Wright requested a meeting with Council, the Atascadero Fire Board and City Staff members at a time con- venient to both. Council established a special meeting date of Thursday, February 14, 1980, at 7: 30 p.m. in the Rotunda Room for a meeting between the Council and the Fire Board. Specific items to be discussed were Public Safety, the department budget, and the transition of the Fire Department from the district to the City. MINUTES - ATASCAD, CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting ,Tanuary 28, .1980 Page Two Councilman Mackey read a statement supporting combining of some services. She was in favor of the Fire Chief and Police Chief working out the details for combining some services. Bob Sparling spoke in favor of autonomous departments. 2. Public hearing on condominium conversion ordinance - (Recommend item be continued to 2-11-80) ' This was recommended for continuance since the Planning Com- mission had not completed their recommendation for the proposed ordinance. MOTION: Councilman Mackey moved that the condominium ordinance be continued to February 11, 1980. The motion was seconded by Councilman Nelson and unanimously carried. 3. Public hearing on Atascadero General Plan Levi Barrett made a presentation requesting that the Northeast Atascadero area be specified for a 12 acre density rather than 22 acres. He felt that area should be treated the same as other areas such as 3F Meadows and the Las Encinas areas. Councilman Highland stated that Northeast Atascadero was being given the same treatment as every other area outside the Urban Services Area. Pearl Munak appeared representing Ken Switzer regarding his property located adjacent to the freeway near Portola. The property is currently zoned commercial; however, the General Plan does not give it that designation. The property is sandwiched in between other commercial parcels and she felt that a commercial designation in the General Plan would be appropriate for this parcel also. This property is referred to as the "Wakefield" property. Allen Grimes advised Council that if any new information or presentations were made this evening not previously considered by the Planning Commission, it would be proper for Council to refer them back to the Commission for their recommendations. Floyd Cornell requested consideration of rezoning property located on Block 66, Lot 11 and portions of Lot 9 on Highway 101 to San Diego Way. The property on both sides of this area is designated as high density and his property is A-1. He felt that the activity in that area warranted a higher density or commercial designation. Andrew Merriam, an architect representing Mr. Palmer, requested that property consisting of approximately four acres at the inter- section of El Camino Real and Pueblo adjacent to Highway 101 be changed from a heavy commercial designation to retail commercial. Howard Marohn discussed traffic congestion in Atascadero and discussed the rerouting of Highway 41. There was considerable discussion regarding this matter with the feeling expressed that MINUTES - ATASCADEO CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting January 28, 1980 Page Three this project would remain unfunded by CalTrans. Dave Cowan was of the opinion that extending Highway 46 from Freeway 101 across the river would be an improvement for Atascadero. Mayor Wilkins asked Mr. Warden to write to CalTrans and request a formal status report on the Highway 41 project. Richard Ingram spoke in opposition to subdividing and allowing building on small lots. Larry Stevens,- Planning Director, read a letter from Robert 1 Strong requesting a high density multiple-family residential designation rather than a low density multiple-family residential designation on Capistrano in the area of the Capistrano Garden Apartments. Mr. Strong felt that perhaps this request had been overlooked by the Planning Commission during their consideration of other issues. MOTION: Councilman Highland moved that Council refer to the Planning Commission for their report and recommenda- tions the following: Floyd Cornell 's request for a higher density designation on San Diego Way, Andrew Merriam' s request for a change from heavy commercial to retail commercial on Pueblo, and the Wakefield project request. The motion was seconded by Council- man Nelson and unanimously carried. Council decided to review the General Plan page by page along with the Planning Commission's recommendations for changes. The following action was taken with regard to the General Plan: Page 44 - Councilman Highland suggested a change in the left column of this page under Low Density to read as follows: "Minimum lot sizes within the Urban Services Area shall range from one and one-half to two and one-half acres. The minimum lot size outside the Urban Services Area shall be two and one-half acres until sewered. Creation ' of smaller parcels outside of the Urban Services Area, prior to sewering, may be considered if development includes the use of interim approved engineered package systems for sewage disposal. Use of such systems shall require periodic inspection or evidence of a valid main- tenance contract. " Councilman Highland felt that often too many things were not allowed and that people should be provided options whenever possible. He felt his amendment would provide a positive rather than negative approach. It was noted that the wording determining the appropriate lot size would be left in. Mr. Warden stated that this matter did not have to go back to the Planning Commission; however, it would be appropriate to do so if the Council wished. Council decided that the Planning Commission should look at it. ' MINUTES - ATAS CADCITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting January 28, 1980 Page Four Page 45 - Robert Strong again requested changing the low density multiple-family residential designation on Capistrano to high density multiple-family residential. It was noted that the Planning Commission had spent quite a bit of time discussing this matter. MOTION: Councilman Nelson moved that Mr. Strong' s request be submitted to the Planning Commission for report and recommendations to the Council. The motion was seconded by Councilman Highland and unanimously carried. Page 46 - Councilman Highland suggested adding (g) to paragraph 17 to read as follows: "Prohibit application for conversion for a minimum of four years subsequent to occupancy as rental housing. He stated that he would like to see people apply for what they want; not build something and try to change it later. Mr. Warden- and Mr. Grimes advised the Council that this matter might better be considered under a condominium conversion ordinance; however, Councilman Highland wanted the Commission to review it. MOTION: Councilman Highland moved that this matter be referred 1 to the Planning Commission. The motion was seconded by Councilman Mackey and unanimously carried. ' MOTION: Councilman Highland moved that the hearing on the Atascadero General Plan be continued to February 11, 1980. The motion was seconded by Councilman Nelson and unanimously carried. 4. Report by City Manager on El Camino Real traffic accidents Mr. Warden discussed a meeting held between Staff members, ' County Staff, Sheriff' s Office, Chamber of Commerce members and the AAA. He advised that the Auto Club will be conducting an engineering survey to address the traffic and pedestrian problems along El Camino Real. He advised Council that three new lighting standards are being installed at key intersections on El Camino, stenciling on the curbs near the intersections warning pedestrians to be cautious, and new striping of the crosswalks. The California Highway Patrol will contact residents of the Carlton Hotel to instruct them as to the use of the signal light and traffic safety. He noted that traffic engineers have concluded that marked crosswalks are more dangerous than not having crosswalks at all. The marked crosswalks give a false sense of security. MOTION: Councilman Highland moved for approval of installing the new lighting standards at the intersections involved. The motion was seconded by Councilman Nelson and unanimously carried. i MINUTES - ATASCAD4 CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting January 28{ 1980 ' Page Five iC. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 1. Second reading of Ordinance No. 14 to grant a franchise to Southern California Gas Company Mr. Warden requested that Council fill in the blank in their ordinance on the first page (d) to add the words: "Public Works Director" . MOTION: Councilman Highland moved that Ordinance No. 14 be read by title only. The motion was seconded by Councilman Nelson and unanimously carried. Mayor Wilkins read Ordinance No. 14 by title only. ' MOTION: Councilman Highland moved for the adoption of Ordinance No. 14. The motion was seconded by Councilman Mackey and unanimously carried. 2. Second reading of Ordinance No. 15 to grant a franchise to Pacific Gas and Electric Company MOTION: Councilman Highland moved that Ordinance No. 15 be read by title only. The motion was seconded by Councilman Mackey and unanimously carried. Mayor Wilkins read Ordinance No. 15 by title only. MOTION: Councilman Highland moved for the adoption of Ordinance No. 15. The motion was seconded by Councilman Mackey and unanimously carried. 3. Consideration of appraisals on parking lot property and acquisition of same Mr. Warden mentioned some of the concerns as to the City revenues if Jarvis II is passed. He also reviewed the appraised values as ' being $250,000 in one case and $235, 000 in the other. If the Council wishes to proceed, he suggested that the City Manager and City Attorney be directed to work out a feasible way within the City's statutory limitations and to bring back recommendations to Council. ' Council discussed this matter and were of the opinion that further exploration of the acquisition of this property should be pursued. MOTION: Councilman Mackey moved that the City Attorney and City Manager be directed to research the methods available for the City to acquire the property. The motion was seconded by Councilman Nelson and unanimously carried. Mr. Warden also advised that the School District was not inter- ested in jointly purchasing this property with the City. i ' MINUTES - ATAS A C D CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting aury 28, 1980 Page Six D. NEW BUSINESS ' 1. Consideration of bids on City office furniture Mr. Warden reviewed the bids submitted for office furniture and reported on the City' s efforts to obtain used furniture. The 31% discount offered by Western Office Products is a good bid. The County presently is purchasing its furniture from this firm. MOTION: Councilman Highland moved that Council accept and approve the low bid of Western Office Products in Bid No. 1-80. The motion was seconded by Councilman Mackey and unani- mously carried by roll call vote. 2. Consideration of supporting legislation to mitigate Proposition 13 impacts on involuntary relocation 1 Mr. Warden noted that the legislation proposed by the City of Ventura would be to the advantage of persons forced to sell their property because of governmental action. If the Council wishes to endorse the legislation, they should do so by motion. Mayor Wilkins can then advise the Channel Counties Division of the League of California Cities of the City's support. MOTION: Councilman Nelson moved that Council vote in favor of the legislation outlined in Resolution No. 80-11 of the City of Ventura. The motion was seconded by Councilman ' Mackey and unanimously carried.- E. INDIVIDUAL DETERMINATION AND/OR ACTION ' 1. City Council (a) Mayor Wilkins introduced the City' s new police consultant, soon to be the City's Police Chief, Richard "Bud" McHale, and welcomed him to the City. (b) Mayor Wilkins proclaimed the week of February 10 through 16 as Cerebral Palsy Week in the City of Atascadero. 2. City Attorney j Mr. Grimes had nothing to report. 3 . City Manager (a) Mr. Warden advised that the City has an opportunity, through funds supplied by LEAA, to obtain the services of a juvenile officer at no salary costs to the City. The San Luis Obispo County Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Commission is applying for a grant to fund these positions throughout the County. The officer would function on a task force utilizing officers from other police agencies, but would be responsible to the Chief of Police. 1 MINUTES - ATASCAD CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting January 28, 1980 ' Page Seven The grant is to address the use of alcohol by juveniles and the increase in the crime rate by juveniles while under the influence of alcohol. (b) Mr. Warden stated that he had received an appeal from Alfred Centeno from the County' s denial of a business license and he will set that hearing for February 11. Leslie Cannon advised the Council that there was one item, and perhaps more, in the General Plan recommendations from the Planning Commission that the Commission had never seen. Larry Stevens stated that the item she referred to was the one on page 7 of his memo regarding the discussion of the Sheriff' s sub-station. The Com- mission had discussed this matter and had directed that he draft appropriate language. He had prepared the general statement but the Planning Commission had not reviewed the exact wording. Allen Grimes advised that he and the City Manager would be in Court the following morning regarding the Daly initiative. Mayor Wilkins adjourned the meeting at 10: 48 p.m. ' Recorded by: Y MURRAY L. WARDEN, City Clerk (�4' ,� & 64// By: Ardith Davis Deputy City Clerk 1