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SPECIAL MEETING — MARCH 1, 2019
VETERANS MEMORIAL HALL
209 SURF STREET — 4:00 P.M.
PRESENT:
John Headding
Dawn Addis
Robert Davis
Jeff Heller
Marlys McPherson
STAFF: Scott Collins
Dana Swanson
Rob Livick
Scot Graham
Steve Knuckles
Eric Endersby
Rick Catlett
Jennifer Little
Kirk Carmichael
FACILITATOR: Garret Olson
ESTABLISH QUORUM AND CALL TO ORDER
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AGENDA NO: A-2
MEETING DATE: April 9, 2019
Mayor
Council Member
Council Member
Council Member
Council Member
City Manager
City Clerk
Public Works Director
Community Development Director
Fire Chief
Harbor Director
Acting Police Commander
Tourism Manager
Recreation Services Manager
Mayor Headding established a quorum and called the meeting to order at 4:00 p.m. with all
members present.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA ITEMS:
INTRODUCTION AND OVERVIEW OF CITY COUNCIL'S STRATEGIC PLANNING
PROCESS
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II. STATUS UPDATE ON EXISTING GOALS &OBJECTIVES
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Scott Collins, City Manager, reviewed the Strategic Planning process and provided an
update on the 2018 Goals & Objectives. He described the methods of public outreach
conducted to date on 2019-20 goals and objectives and next steps.
III. PUBLIC COMMENT
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Facilitator, Garret Olson, described the methods of public outreach conducted thus far,
including online survey via Polco, City advisory body input, and constituent emails to
Council Members.
The public comment period was opened.
Don Maruska, Morro Bay business owner, suggested elevating to a major city goal short-
term actions to stimulate improved business performance. Targeted Actions for Progress
(TAP) program would provide a $400,000 opportunity fund over the next two years for
targeted investments with collaborating businesses providing a matching investment.
Rigmor, Morro Bay, suggested the need for a conference center.
Ken MacMillan, property and business owner, commented on his recent business
development on Morro Bay Blvd, and suggested the City capitalize on that investment by
way of tax breaks, seed money, etc, to encourage development.
Meredith Bates, Morro Bay, spoke in support of HEAP grant funding to create a warming
shelter and opportunities to have more art in the public spaces.
Mike Manchak, Economic Vitality Corporation (EVC), spoke in support of the work the
Chamber is doing, Mr. Maruska's proposal for economic development, and the importance
of investing in our community before the next recession.
Lynda Merrill, Morro Bay, appreciated the work that is being done and detail provided.
Carolyn Brinkman, Morro Bay, spoke to the importance of 2-way communication between
government and residents, and suggested affordable housing as an action item under
fiscal sustainability.
Erica Crawford, Morro Bay Chamber of Commerce, reiterated statements regarding the
need to invest in local businesses and the importance for developers to have a key point
of contact. She summarized recent 4MB activities and need to select year 2 deliverables.
Tim Cowan, Morro Bay resident and business owner, appreciated the Chamber and
training opportunities provided for local businesses. He agreed with points made by
previous speakers about the importance of investing in business community. He
suggested fiscal sustainability should be better defined.
Sandy Rowe, Morro Bay, spoke regarding the importance of senior and affordable
housing.
The public comment period was closed.
Mr. Collins provided a summary of public input received thus far through online survey
and emails to City Council and explained a more refined poll will be developed based on
that input.
IV. COUNCIL DISCUSSION AND GENERAL DIRECTION FOR STAFF
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Council Members provided individual comments, including:
• Consensus to deemphasize the WRF project and place it under Public
Infrastructure.
• Consideration of a sales tax or transient occupancy tax ballot measure
• Economic Development and supporting business development is atop priority.
o Ombudsman to serve as single point of contact for developers
o Public /private partnerships
o Support wind farm and future development of the power plant property
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• Need for affordable workforce and senior housing is a challenge that can best
addressed at the regional level.
• City infrastructure needs should be assessed and prioritized. Explore potential
funding sources, such as HEAP grants and potential tax measures.
• Improved communication / collaboration with volunteer organizations and
community members.
• Consideration of increased staffing to support key tasks.
• Shorter City Council meetings.
V. SUMMARY &NEXT STEPS
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Mr. Olson shared from his perspective there was a high degree of public engagement
providing the public with opportunities to weigh in on objectives and tasks. Mr. Collins
summarized next steps for community engagement with a more refined list of discrete
actions items likely brought back to Council in April.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 5:34 p.m.
Recorde by:
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ana Swanson
City Clerk
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