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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 1213814 I MINUTES - ATASCADERO CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting December 13, 1982 7:00 p.m. Atascadero Administration Building The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. with the Pledge, ' of Allegiance. Reverend Bob Chapman gave the invocation. ROLL CALL Present: Councilmen Mackey, Molina, Wilkins and Mayor Nelson Absent: Councilman Stover(arrivedat 7:20 p.m.) CITY STAFF Present: Murray Warden, City Manager; Allen Grimes, City Attorney; Barbara Norris, City Clerk; Steven Rizzuto, City Treasurer; Patsy Hester, Deputy City Clerk; Ralph Dowell, Finance Director;Director; Mike Hicks, Fire Chief; Larry Stevens, Planning ' Director; Richard McHale, Police Chief; Larry McPherson, Public Works Director; and Skip Joannes, Recreation Director. PUBLIC COMMENTS ' None COUNCIL COMMENTS 1. Councilman Mackey was disappointed that there were no Christmas lights on the Administration Building.. She stated that the Jaycees will be putting lights on the building and that she was willing to contribute $20 toward new lights. She requested that others contribute also. ' 2. Councilman Mackey requested a hearing on off -shore drill- ing, particularly air quality. Council agreed that the matter be heard on the next agenda. ' 3. Councilman Molina stated that he would like to be better informed about decisions made on city matters. Councilman Mackey also expressed that the Council should be kept informed. Mr. Warden noted that he was not aware of any decision made which would not allow lights to be installed. Her understanding was that the Jaycees were notified of the need to replace the wiring because ' of deteriorated insulation or if they could not replace the wiring then the lights should be removed. He noted,however, that to his knowledge no, staff member had told the Jaycees that there could not be lights on the building. 0 0 MINUTES ATASCADERO CITY COUNCIL - DECEMBER 13, 1982 4. Councilman Molina commended the Atascadero High School football team for winning the CIF football championship. Council agreed to prepare a framed Resolution for presentation to the coach and team, with a copy to each team member. 5. Mayor Nelson stated that he attended Howard Mankins' retirement dinner at the South County Regional Center and noted there was a good turnout. A. CONSENT CALENDAR 1. Minutes of the special meeting of November 22, 1982 (RECOMMEND APPROVAL) 2 Minutes of the regular meeting of November 22, 1982 (RECOMMEND APPROVAL) 3. Treasurer's Report, 11-1-82 to 11-30=82 (RECOMMEND APPROVAL) 4. Finance Director's Report, 11-1-82 to 11-30-82 (RECOMMEND APPROVAL) 5. Information regarding Council commissions and boards (RECOMMEND RECEIVE AND POST IN CITY CLERK'S OFFICE) 6. James C. Handy complaint regarding use of a -residence as an auto repair and resale outlet (RECOMMEND RECEIVE FOR INFORMATION) 7. Conditional Use Permit U821025:1, 5400 Carrizo Road, Ralph McCornack, to establish a custom meat processing in con- junction with an existing single family residence (RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION) 8. Conditional Use Permit U821020:1, 9148 Palomar, Steven S. and Jeanne M. Salayon, to allow expansion of an existing day care center/preschool from 20 to 48 children (RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION) 9. Lot Line Adjustment LA 821014:1, 11465 and 11505 Santa Lucia Road, James Rockstad (Twin Cities Engineering) to adjust an ;existing lot line to create better building sites (RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF PLANNING COMMISSION RECOM11ENDATION) 10. Lot Line Adjustment LA 821014:2, 11805 Santa Lucia Road, James Rockstad (Twin Cities Engineering) to adjust an existing lot line to create better building sites (RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION) -2- 9 0 MINUTES - ATASCADERO CITY COUNCIL DECEMBER 13, 1982 11. Acceptance of Lot Line Adjustment LA 810629:1, 5635, 5665 Bajada/5370, 5374 Barrenda, Newdoll-Heath (Stewart) (RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION) 12. Road Name Change - Paraiso Road, Paradise Valley - near westerly end of Balboa Road off Llano Road, Robert H. and Anabel Lee (Norton/Camp Enterprises) to change the name of Paraiso Road to Otero Lane (RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION) Mayor Nelson reviewed all items on the Consent Calendar. Councilman Mackey requested that Item A-6 be removed for discussion. In Item A-5, she asked about the expiration dateforH. John Edens of the Board of Appeals. Mr. Grimes stated that the date of expira- tion does not determine when the interviews should take place; they can be conducted before or after the expiration dates. Councilman" Mackey stated that she did not agree with the wording in the Minutes of the Regular Meeting on November 22, 1982. She asked that in Item 4 of Council Comments that the first sentence be striken and the second sentence read "Larry McPherson noted . . MOTION: Councilman Wilkins moved to approve the Consent Calendar with the exception of,Item A-6) and with the correction and deletion to the Minutes. The motion was seconded by Councilman Mackey and unanimously, carried. A-6 James C. Handy complaint regarding use of a residence as an auto repair and resale outlet James Handy complained about the use of a residence owned by Bill Kirkpatrick as an auto repair and resale outlet. Mr. Handy also complained as to the way the Planning Department was handling the issue and requested a nuisance abatement hearing. Mr. Kirkpatrick presented the Council with a letter written by a neighbor and stated he had no complaints from his immediate neighbors. Jack Tantum spoke about the complaint that he filed with ,the Police Department. Larry Stevens stated that the Planning Department has been process- ing the complaint. There was insufficient evidence to satisfy the District Attorney for prosecution on the basis of disturbance to the peace. Mr. Stevens did not recommend a`nuisance abatement hearing at this time. Council agreed that Staff prepare a report_ and present it at the next Council meeting. MOTION: Councilman Mackey moved to accept Item A-6 as an informational item and for Staff to prepare a report for the next Council meeting. The motion was seconded by Councilman Wilkins and unanimously carried. -3 9 MINUTES - ATASCADERO CITY COUNCIL - DECEMBER 13, 1982 B. HEARINGS, APPEARANCES AND REPORTS 1. Public hearing on Chapters 1., 2, 4, 5, 7 and 8 of theFinal Draft of Title 9 of the Atascadero Municipal Code (Zoning Ordinance) Mr. Stevens reviewed the content of Chapters 1, 2, 4, 5, 7 and 8. It was the consensus of the Council that Chapter 9-1.111 be modified to add that any decision of the Planning Commission may be appealed by the City Council. Councilman Mackey requested that Chapter 9-4.156(a)(4-5) be striker, which allows removal of trees for agricultural cultivation and crop production. She also requested that there be penalties for removal of trees without a permit. Mr.Stevens,,stated that it would be feasible to have the removed trees be replaced with new ones. Council did not.agree to remove this section. Gary Larson of the Chamber of Commerce asked Mr. Stevens to summarize the discussion on signs regarding ammortization. Mr. Stevens stated that there will be a schedule prepared which will bring the existing commercial signs in conformance with new standards over a period of time. Doug Lewis commented that there should be guidelines or a description of noises. There was discussion to remove the noise ordinance, but Council agreed to send it to :Staff and to discuss it at the next Council meeting. Mr. Stevens stated that Chapters 3, 6, and 9 will be discussed at the next Council meeting. Council commended Mr. Stevens and the Planning Commission on their outstanding work done on the Zoning Ordinance. C. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 1. Consideration of moving Recreation Department to Ranger's house Mr. Warden stated that he did not recommend the Recreation Department moving until the final decision is made as to utiliza- tion of the Administration Building. Council agreed not to take any action at this time and that the Recreation Director prepare a report showing where the Department should be located and the pros and cons of such a move. -4- MINUTES - ATASCADERO CITY COUNCIL DECEMBER 13, 1982 2. 4th of July Committee_-- Mayor Nelson Mayor Nelson stated that the basic purpose of this committee is to advise the Council on the feasibility of the 4th of July celebration in Atascadero, to discuss problems, recommend solu- tions or alternatives, and provide stability for long-range planning. The committee will be ad hoc with a term of 4-5 months. The members will be Mike_Bewsey (Chairman), Robert Sonne, Mike Cox, Gary Larson, Ernie Porter, Alice Porter, Ed Moser, Dorothy Moser, Dorothy Smith, Mike Hicks, Bud McHale, Russ Wright, Vaughn Newlander, Mayor Nelson, and other staff as requested or needed. 3. Open House Mayor Nelson Mayor Nelson stated that a tentative date for the open house ' has been set for January 31, 1983. He requested comments at the next Council meeting. 4. City Manager and City Attorney evaluations - Mayor Nelson Mr. Warden stated that he received information from the Leauge of California Cities. At the next meeting, Council will decide on a date in January to discuss criteria for an evaluation system. D. NEW BUSINESS 1. Traffic Committee Request - Stop Sign at Solano at La Linia MOTION: Councilman Wilkins moved to approve placing a stop sign on Solano at the intersection of La Linia. The motion was seconded by Councilman Stover and unanimously carried. E. ATASCADERO COUNTY SANITATION DISTRICT MOTION: Councilman Wilkins moved that the Council recess and convene as the Atascadero County Sanitation District Board of Directors. Councilman Mackey seconded the motion and it was unanimously carried, ' 1. Ordinance No. 58 amending Section of Ordinance No. 54 regarding sewer service charges - second reading ' MOTION: Director Wilkins moved that Ordinance No. 58 be read by title only. The motion was seconded by 'Director Stover and unanimously carried. ' President Nelson read Ordinance No. 58 by title only. I -5- I. - 0 s 1 MINUTES ATASCADERO CITY COUNCIL - DECEMBER 13, 1982 MOTION: Director Wilkins moved to adopt Ordinance No. 58. The motion was seconded_ by, Director Mackey and unanimously carried. MOTION: Director Wilkins moved that Council adjourn as the Board of Directors and reconvene as City Council. The motion was seconded by Director Mackey and unanimously carried. ' F. INDIVIDUAL DETERMINATION AND/OR ACTION ' 1. City Council a. Councilman Mackey commented on the Christmas lights on the Administration Building. She stated that she contributed $20, the Contractor's Association contributed $100, and she requested other donations. 1 b. Councilman Mackey inquired about the gravel trucks parked in front of Motel 6. Mr. McPherson stated they were hauling gravel to and from Santa Barbara. 'C. Mayor Nelson requested a Special Session.on January 10 at 5:30 p.m. to evaluate the City Clerk's Office. The City Clerk will be represented by a certified municipal clerk. He stated that the City Clerk Committee will be meeting before the Special Session to ,discuss the matter. I d. Mayor Nelson requested that the Volunteer Coordinating Commission be on the next agenda. Mr. Warden was con- cerned about the procedure for appointing committees and noted 1 that the Council has not taken formal action, by way of a motion, creating or appointing persons to the various committees. 2. City Attorney ' Nothing 3. City Clerk Nothing ' 4 City Treasurer Nothing 5. City Manager a. Mr. Warden advised the Council that the City is unable to collect expenses_ caused by the fire on Balboa about two years ago because of lack of evidence showing willful misconduct or negligence. I -6- 1 - i 1 MINUTES _ ATASCADERO CITY COUNCIL DECEMBER 13, 1982 1 b. Pyr. Warden stated that before February 22, the State Legislature will need to take action to provide revenue to be able to meet their budgeted obligations. He noted that an effort will undoubtedly be made to cut into the subvention funds presently coming to the cities. 1 The meeting adjourned at 9:30 p.m. Recorded by: 1 BARBARA NORRIS, City Clerk 1 By c a. PATSY ti. HESTER Deputy City Clerk 1 1 1 1 ti 1 1 1 1 -7- 1 1