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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 031483 II MINUTES - ATASCADERO CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting ' March 14 , 1983 7 :30 p.m. Atascadero Administration Building ' The meeting was called to order at 7 :30 p.m. with the Pledge of Allegiance. Reverend Mel Schroer of the Community Church gave the invocation. ROLL CALL ' Present: Councilmen Mackey, Molina, Stover, Wilkins and Mayor Nelson Absent: None ' 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; Mike Hicks, Fire Chief; Larry Stevens, Planning Director; Richard McHale, Police Chief; Larry McPherson, Public Works Director; and Skip Joannes, Recreation Director. ' PRESENTATION OF PROCLAMATION FOR CAMP FIRE BIRTHDAY WEEK Mayor Nelson presented a Proclamation to the Camp Fire organiza- tion proclaiming March 13-19, 1983, to be Camp Fire Birthday Week in ' the City of Atascadero. After the presentation, the Camp Fire girls passed out Camp Fire candy to Council and Staff. PUBLIC COMMENTS 1. Kate Johns, representing Action for Animal Rights, requested ' funding for their spay/neuter program. The matter will be brought up at the next meeting and Council requested Staff to obtain additional information. ' 2. Gary Larson, Manager of the Chamber of Commerce, presented Council with copies of Phases 1 and 3 of the Economic Survey. ' 3. Del Cardell distributed to Council copies of two proprosals. The first was for street improvements and requested that funds be allocated for this work. The second proposal was to consider a ' maintenance district. Council requested Staff to prepare a report for consideration and bring back at the next Council meeting. 4 . Donna Porter was concerned about the sand and gravel opera- tion on the Salinas River. She asked that the operation be conducted at a minimum in order to keep noise and dust down. Mr. Stevens stated that research has been done and no conclusion has ' been made. Council requested Staff to prepare a preliminary report and bring back to Council on April 11, 1983. MINUTES- ATASCADERO CITY COUNCIL March 14 , 1983 ' COUNCIL COMMENTS ' 1. Councilman Wilkins stated that he did not approve of the actions of the Council at the last meeting concerning the request of no-confidence for the City Manager and in not continu- ing an important item such as this. Mr. Wilkins stated that he would ' have, and did, strongly oppose the no-confidence motion. Councilman Molina stated that if his request was not correct then he would ask to have it on the next agenda. Council agreed not to take any action. ' 2. Councilman Mackey was concerned with the Bank of America project and felt that Council should have a Special Session to discuss the matter with the Planning Commission to consider commercial zoning. The Special Session will be held on a week night in the first part of April. 1 A. CONSENT CALENDAR 1. Minutes of the regular meeting of February 28, 1983 (RECOM- MEND APPROVAL) 2 . Treasurer' s Report, 2-1-83 to 2-28-83 (RECOMMEND APPROVAL) ' 3. Finance Director' s Report, 2-1-83 to 2-28-83 (RECOMMEND APPROVAL) 4 . Resolution No. 11-83 authorizing the purchase of Parcel No. 4 in accordance with the Agreement between the City and V. M. Cook, et al. , relating to the purchase of Mall property (REC- OMMEND ADOPTION) 5. Parking alternatives for Downtown Area, including proposed office building on Traffic Way (RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF PLAN- NING C014MISSION RECOMMENDATION) 1 6. Departmental Review R820405:1; Northeast corner of South Mall Extension and Mercedes Avenue (proposed Highway 41) ; Bank of America (Richmond, Rossi, Montgomery)_; to construct a 17,000 square foot bank (RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION) 7. Conditional Use Permit U820405 :1; Northeast corner of South Mall Extension and Mercedes alignment of proposed Highway 41; ' Bank of America (Richmond, Rossi, Montgomery) ; to allow project signing to exceed the maximum allowable area of 60 square feet (RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF PLANNING COMMISSION RECOM- MENDATION) 8. Lot Line Adjustment LA 830113:1; 9610 Atascadero Avenue; ' Cecil Barrett (Longden) ; to adjust existing lot lines to eliminate building encroachments (RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION) -2- MINUTES - ATASCADERO CITY COUNCIL - March 14 , 1983 1 9 Lot Line Adjustment LA 82122821; 93.01, 9311 Musselman and 10245 El Camino Real; Merle Wahlenmaier, Carl Stewart, Ben Hoff (Hilliard) ; to adjust existing lot lines to alleviate the conflict of an encroaching swimming pool (RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION) ' 10. Tentative Parcel Map AT 810721 :1; 8940 San Gabriel; Henry J. Hohenstein (San Luis Engineering) ; to extend the time allowed to complete requirements for an approved tentative map (REC- OMMEND APPROVAL OF PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION) 11. Tentative Parcel Map AT 810329 :1; 7475 Balboa Road; Gordon T. Davis (Twin Cities Engineering) ; to extend the time allowed complete requirements for an approved tentative map (RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF PLANNNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION) ' 12. Tentative Parcel Map AT 810922 :1; 3280 San Fernando Road, Clayton Sanchez (Twin Cities Engineering) ; to extend the time allowed to complete requirements for an approved tentative ' map (RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION) 13. Tentative Parcel Map AT 821118 :1; Northwest corner of Merce- des Avenue (proposed Highway 41) and South Mall Extension; Proctor Stafford (Twin Cities Engineering) ; to allow division of eight acres of _land into two parcels of four acres each (RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION) ' 14. Acceptance of Parcel Map AT 810922:1; 3280 San Fernando Road; Clayton Sanchez (Twin Cities Engineering) (RECOMMEND APPROVAL ' OF PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION) 15. Acceptance of Parcel Map AT 810329 :1, 7475 . Balboa Road; ' Gordon T. Davis (Twin Cities Engineering) (RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION) 16. Report on rain 'damage to Administration Building roof . Mayor Nelson reviewed all items on the Consent Calendar. Council- man Molina requested that Items A-6 and A-16 be removed for discussion. MOTION: Councilman Wilkins moved to approve the Consent Calendar with the exception of Items A-6 and A-1'6 . The motion was seconded by Councilman Stover and unanimously carried. A-6 Departmental Review R820405 :1; Northeast cornerofSouth Mall Extension and Mercedes Avenue (proposed Highway 41) ; Bank of America (Richmond, Rossi, Montgomery) ; to construct a 17,000 square foot bank -3- r r MINUTES - ATASCADERO CITY COUNCIL - March 14 , 1983 Councilman Mo lina requested that Conditions 2 (d) and 15 be striken. Larry Stevens. did not agree with eliminating Condition 15. Tom Bailey, representing Bank of America, encouraged Council to consider an assessment district and stated that everyone would benefit ' from the use of the bridge across Atascadero Creek. MOTION: Councilman Wilkins moved to approve Item A-6 of the Consent Calendar. The motion was seconded by Councilman Stover and unanimously carried. A-16 Report on rain damage to Administration Building roof Councilman Molina stated that- he was pleased with the report regarding the Administration Building roof. MOTION: Councilman Wilkins moved toapproveItem A-16 of the Consent Calendar. The motion was seconded by Councilman Mackey and unanimously carried. rB. HEARINGS, APPEARANCES AND REPORTS 1. Draft Zoning Ordinance, Chapter Three - continued Larry Stevens reviewed Chapter 3 .and stated that there were no substantive changes of the overlay zones. The LSF "no animal" zone rwas discussed as to where it should be applied on the zoning maps and establishment of the LSF zone in existing R-1 areas. He stated that special criteria should be considered in determining appropriate r locations for the Limited Residential Single Family Zone. Mr. Stevens requested that the hearing be continued to March 28, 1983, for the remainder of Chapter 3. rMr. Grimes stated that the residents should be favored over animals and that residents of the high density area should not be subjected to the problems of keeping livestock in residential areas. ' Shirley Moore felt that the findings of the Commission are equitable and felt that the Planning Director is doing an outstanding ' job. MOTION: Councilman Wilkins moved to continuetheChapter 3 draft ' ordinance to March 28, 1983. The motion was seconded by Councilman Mackey and unanimously carried. 2. Public hearing on Tentative Parcel Map AT 821108:1, 7805 ' Santa Cruz Road; Frank Mecham (Associated Professions) to allow division of a 5.44 acres parcel into two parcels continued 1 -4- 1 1 r _ _ MINUTES ATASCADERO CITY COUNCIL March 14 , 1983 , rMr. Stevens presented findings and conditions which would allow for approval of the 'Parcel Map. ' Frank Mecham stated that he would like to be able to have a private well on his property. Mr. Stevens stated that he was unaware of this request and that additional conditions would be necessary. MOTION: Councilman Wilkins moved to continue the matter to March 28, 1983, to review the request of a private well. The motion was seconded by Councilman Mackey and unanimously carried. 3. Public hearing on General Plan Amendment GP 820325:1 (El Camino Real/Montecito Study Area) ; 9795, 9755 and 9855 Las Lomas; Lilley and O'Farrell, Williams House of Carpets, Forsman and Ward; to change the existing land use designation from Low Density Single Family Residential to Low Density Multiple Family Residential Councilman Stover excused himself because he owned property in the area. rMr. Stevens stated that this request was to change the existing land use designation from Low Density Single Family Residential to Low Density Multiple Family Residential. He also discussed the rFindings of the General Plan Amendment and recommended denial. John Kennaly of Twin Cities Engineering spoke on behalf of the rapplicant. Linda Dougherty, Robert Forsman, and Irene Larimer spoke in favor of maintaining the Single Family Residential area. ' MOTION: Councilman Wilkins moved to deny General Plan Amendment GP 820325 :1, to use the Findings presented by the Plan- ning Department, and to bring back a resolution. The motion was seconded by Councilman Mackey and unanimously carried. RECESS 9:45 p.m. RECONVENE 9:50 p.m. 4 . Public hearing on General Plan Amendment GP 820930:2 (Coromar Avenue Residential Study Area) ; area bounded by Highway 101 on the east, Curbaril on the north, Coromar on the west, and Portola on the south (including 8205 Coromar Avenue) ; John and Dorothy Lopus (Twin Cities Engineering) ; to change, the General Plan land use designation from Moderate Density Single Family Residential to High Density Single Family Residential -5- r A MINUTES - ATASCADERO CITY COUNCIL- March 14, 1983 Mr. Stevens stated that this request was to change the General Plan designation from Moderate Density Single Family Residential to High Density Single Family Residential. He also recommended denial of the General Plan Amendment. John Kennaly of Twin Cities Engineering, requested approval of the amendment and that there is a need for smaller lots. He presented Council with copies of an Engineering Report on the County Sanitation District and copies of an editorial by H. M. Bellman, Norman Norton asked how sewers get involved in general planning. Mr. Stevens responded by stating that when looking at lot size or density that consideration should be given as to how sewage is disposed of. John and Dorothy Lopus, Bob Stoner, Phoebe Watson, and Constance Cooper spoke in favor .of approving the amendment. Pat and Peggy Healy spoke against the amendment. Mayor Nelson read a request from Phil Bayse who was against the amendment. MOTION: Councilman Mackey moved to deny General Plan Amendment ' GP 820930 :2 and requested staff to prepare a resolution following the Planning Commission' s recommendation for denial. The motion was seconded by Councilman Wilkins and carried with Councilman Molina voting no. ' 5. Request of Don and Norma Brima e for amendment to Zoning g Ordinance - continued Allen Grimes stated that the Brimage property is in escrow and requested permission to continue the trial for 90 days to see if ' the problem will be resolved by the new owners who intend to remove the buildings that are now on the property. MOTION: Councilman Molina moved to authorize the City Attorney to continue the hearing for 90 days. The motion was seconded by Councilman Mackey and unanimously carried. 6. Public hearing on Community Development Block Grant Application Larry Stevens stated that he prepared the application requesting a grant of $600,000 to conduct a loan program for housing rehabilita- tion and a housing maintenance program. He recommended adoption of Resolution 12-83 authorizing submission of .the application and authorizing the City Manager to be the responsible party. -6- MINUTES - ATASCADERO CITY COUNCIL - March 14, 1983 MOTION: Councilman Wilkins moved to adopt Resolution No. 12-83. The motion was seconded by Councilman Stover and unanimously ' carried. C. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 1. Ordinance No. 59 - Amapoa-Tecorida Area Development Standards - second reading MOTION: Councilman Stover moved to read Ordinance No. 59 by title only. The motion was seconded by Councilman Wilkins and unanimously carried. Mayor Nelson read Ordinance No. 59 by title only. ' Mike Dougherty was concerned if the -ordinance-was approved without an assessment district. MOTION: Councilman Molina moved to approve Ordinance; No. 59 . The ' motion was seconded by Councilman Mackey and unanimously carried by roll call vote. 2. Volunteer Coordinating Committee Mayor Nelson Councilman Wilkins felt that there was not a need for a Volunteer Coordinating Committee. Mayor Nelson stated that he will bring the matter back to Council Y g on April 11, 1983, with possible names for the committee. 3. Larsen fire wall easement reconsideration Larry Stevens stated that the Sanitation District possesses the easement for the purpose of establishing a sewer line. He did not feel that the easement area is sufficient for the yard agreement. ' Mr. Larsen requested a business license be approved for an auto repair business. MOTION: Councilman Molina moved to grant a business license to John Larsen, theuseof a sewer easement, and that an agreement be drawn up with the approval of the City Attorney showing that if the easement is abandoned that the building be brought up to code. The motion was seconded by Councilman Mackey and passed with Councilmen Wilkins and Stover voting no. 4. Report from 4th of July Committee - Mayor Nelson Mayor Nelson and Councilman Molina stated that the report is ' not complete and requested the matter be continued to the next meeting. MINUTES - ATASCADERO CITY COUNCIL —March 14 , 1983 5. Maintenance or assessment districtP rocedures Mr. Warden outlined the procedure of forming an assessment district in the Amapoa-Tecorida area. Council ,agreed to continue the matter to April 11, 1983, in order to get more information and citizen input. 6 . Appointees to Citizen Transportation Advisory Committee Mayor Nelson Councilman Molina furnished the names of Ed Morris and Roger Cook. Council recommended the appointment of Ed Morris. 7. Priority list - Mayor Nelson ' Mayor Nelson requested additional items for the priority list. Councilman Mackey suggested the zoo and Councilman Wilkins suggested shorter agendas:. The matter will be discussed on March 28, 1983. ' D. NEW BUSINESS 1. City of . Pismo Beach request of support for proposed County- wide Oil Ordinance The matter was continued to April 11, 1983. 2 . Chamber request for Council to change scheduled December 12th meeting to allow Chamber use of Rotunda Room Mr. Warden stated that the Chamber of Commerce had requested withdrawal. The matter was dropped. 3. Ordinance No. 60 amending PERS contract first reading MOTION: Councilman Wilkins moved to read Ordinance No. 60 by title only. The motion was seconded by Councilman Mackey and unanimously carried. Mayor Nelson read Ordinance No. 60 by title only. MOTION: Councilman Wilkins moved that this constitute the first reading. The motion was seconded by Councilman Mackey and unanimously carried. -8- r MINUTES - ATASCADERO CITY COUNCIL - March 14, 1983 ' E. ATASCADERO COUNTY SANITATION DISTRICT None F. INDIVIDUAL DETERMINATION AND/OR ACTION 1. City Council Nothing 2. City Attorney Nothing 3. City Clerk Nothing 4. City Treasurer Nothing 5. City Manager a. Mr. Warden stated that Dorill-Wright was appointed by the Governor to the Coastal Commission and thanked the Council for their support. b. Mr. Warden stated that if the commitment from the State Senate to avoid reverse bailout is changed then the City's revenues may be decreased, but right now it looked as if Atascadero would not be affected. c. Mr. Warden requested that Zoning Maps have fee rates of $35.00 per bundle or $3.50 each. MOTION: Councilman Wilkins moved to approve the fee of $35.00 per bundle or $3.50 for each display map. The motion was seconded by Councilman Molina and unanimously carried. ' d. Mr. Warden requested a -closed session. The meeting was adjourned to closed session at 12 :15 a.m. and returned to regular session at 12:40 a.m. , at which time the Council adjourned. ' Recorded by: BARBARA. NORRIS, City Clerk r By* AATSY HESTER ' Deputy City Clerk _g_