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REGULAR MEETING – MARCH 28-29, 2023
VETERAN’S MEMORIAL HALL – 5:30 P.M.
PRESENT: Carla Wixom Mayor
Laurel Barton Council Member
Cyndee Edwards Council Member
Jennifer Ford Council Member
Zara Landrum Council Member
ABSENT: None
STAFF: Greg Carpenter Interim City Manager
Chris Neumeyer City Attorney
Dana Swanson City Clerk
Sarah Johnson-Rios Assistant City Manager/Admin Services Dir.
Greg Kwolek Public Works Director
Scot Graham Community Development Director
Daniel McCrain Fire Chief
Amy Watkins Police Chief
Ted Schiafone Harbor Director
Cindy Jacinth Senior Planner
Emily Conrad Finance Manager
ESTABLISH QUORUM AND CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Wixom called the meeting to order at 5:35 p.m., with all but Council Member Landrum
present.
The Mayor announced that due to multiple power failures and surges, we were experiencing
technical difficulties affecting the ability to broadcast the meeting. If that continued to occur, the
meeting would be continued to Wednesday, March 29, 2023, at 5:30 p.m. in the Morro Bay
Community Center.
https://youtu.be/7pvaNytNQJI?t=28
MOMENT OF SILENCE
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
RECOGNITION – None
CLOSED SESSION REPORT – City Attorney Neumeyer stated no reportable action was taken
by the City Council in accordance with the Brown Act.
MAYOR & COUNCILMEMBERS’ REPORTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS & PRESENTATIONS
https://youtu.be/7pvaNytNQJI?t=170
Due to technical difficulties, the Council took a brief recess at 5:39 p.m. The meeting resumed at
5:42 p.m.
https://youtu.be/7pvaNytNQJI?t=496
CITY MANAGER REPORTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS AND PRESENTATIONS
https://youtu.be/7pvaNytNQJI?t=1000
Council Member Landrum joined the meeting at 5:52 p.m.
AGENDA NO: A-1 MEETING DATE: April 25, 2023
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PRESENTATIONS
• San Luis Obispo Council of Governments (SLOCOG) 2023 Regional Transportation Plan
Presentation
https://youtu.be/7pvaNytNQJI?t=2467
PUBLIC COMMENT
https://youtu.be/7pvaNytNQJI?t=3130
Homer Alexander, Morro Bay, urged the City to promptly reopen the bike path.
Rachel Wilson, Cayucos, opposed offshore wind development and battery storage facilities that
would negatively impact the estuary and Central Coast.
Sharon O’Leary, Morro Bay, provided an update on her activities as a Community Resource
Connections volunteer and services coordinated by Estero Bay Alliance of Care (EBAC). With
regard to goal planning, she hoped the City would explore a safe parking program and contract
with an organization that could provide a warming/cooling station for unhoused residents.
Aaron Ochs, Morro Bay, opposed offshore wind farm development and the proposed battery
storage facility.
Margaret Carman, Morro Bay, opposed offshore wind energy and the proposed battery storage
project.
Michael Wambolt, Visit Morro Bay, provided an update on tourism activity and marketing
strategies.
Erica Crawford, Morro Bay Chamber of Commerce, announced upcoming events including the
Community Awards Gala on Friday, April 21st. Visit morrochamber.org for more details.
Betsy Gaudette-Cross, Morro Bay, asked that the BESS project be agendized so the community
would have an opportunity to ask questions and provide input.
Nattalia Merzoyan, Morro Bay, spoke regarding in opposition to offshore wind and the proposed
BESS project.
Terry Simons, Morro Bay, appreciated the collective storm date by staff and commented on
potential FEMA funding for decommissioning of properties out of the flood zone.
Judy Setting, Morro Bay, opposed development of an industrial port or battery storage project and
hoped to preserve Morro Bay’s natural beauty.
Nicole Dorfman, Morro Bay, opined offshore wind and battery storage projects are not green
energy and advocated for more resident input on these issues.
Steve Mathieu, Morro Bay resident and co-owner of AGP Video, commented on the electrical
issues being experienced at the Vets Hall and the need for updates to the Channel 20 production
equipment. He also discussed storm impacts along Preston Lane.
Betty Winholtz, Morro Bay, appreciated staff efforts to clear storm drains on south Main Street
before the recent storm and asked if the City Park project would be completed before the Memorial
Weekend event. Lastly, she encouraged the City to not hire a consultant for street assessments.
Mayor Wixom closed public comment.
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Given the frequent power surges and uncertainty viewers participating via teleconference could
fully participate in the meeting, out of an abundance of caution, at 7:09 p.m. the meeting was
continued to Wednesday, March 29, 2023 at 5:30 p.m. in the Morro Bay Community Center.
The meeting reconvened on Wednesday, March 29, 2023 at 5:35 p.m. with all members present.
Council Members Landrum and Edwards participated via teleconference in accordance with AB
2449 as they were traveling on City business.
https://youtu.be/HGZTHHk_WDM?t=70
Mayor re-opened public comment for those who did not have an opportunity to provide general
public comment on March 28, 2023.
https://youtu.be/HGZTHHk_WDM?t=209
Haley Goodman, Dimension Renewable Energy, introduced a community solar program designed
to bring energy savings to communities throughout the state. Visit www.dimension-energy.com
for more information.
Linda Winters, Morro Bay, shared her appreciation for the help received and noted she and other
mobile home park residents were home preparing for another storm.
Dawn Beattie, Morro Bay, responded to previous comments and encouraged people to get
accurate information.
Paul Donnelly, Morro Bay, asked that the bronze dedication plaque previously located in the
Community Center lobby and Council Member photos in City Hall be replaced. He also asked
when the WRF pipeline would be complete.
The public comment period was closed.
A. CONSENT AGENDA
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Unless an item is pulled for separate action by the City Council, the following actions are approved
without discussion. The public will also be provided an opportunity to comment on consent
agenda items.
A-1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR THE FEBRUARY 28, 2023, CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL
CLOSED SESSION MEETING; (CITY CLERK)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as submitted.
A-2 APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR THE FEBRUARY 28, 2023, CITY COUNCIL MEETING;
(CITY CLERK)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as submitted.
A-3 APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR THE MARCH 15, 2023, CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL
MEETING; (CITY CLERK)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as submitted.
A-4 RESOLUTION NO. 15-23 FOR APPROVAL OF PARCEL MAP MB22-0044 (295
ATASCADERO ROAD) AND ACCEPTANCE OF ABANDONMENT OF RIGHT OF WAY;
(PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT)
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RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the City Council adopt Resolution No. 15-
23 approving the Parcel Map MB 22-0044 (295 Atascadero Road) and Acceptance of
Abandonment of Right of Way.
A-5 LICENSE AGREEMENT TWO-YEAR RENEWAL WITH PG&E FOR USE OF MORRO
BAY COMMUNITY CENTER PARKING LOT FOR PSPS EVENTS; (FIRE
DEPARTMENT)
RECOMMENDATION: Authorize the City Manager and Fire Chief to enter into a two-
year renewal of the License Agreement with Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E)
through an amendment (Amendment No. 1 at Attachment 1 hereto), approved as to
form by the City Attorney, for the use of the Morro Bay Community Center parking
lot to establish an Outdoor Community Resource Center (CRC) in the event of a
Public Safety Power Shut-off (PSPS) event.
A-6 ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-23 UPDATING THE CITY’S CONFLICT OF
INTEREST CODE; (CITY CLERK)
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends City Council update the City’s Conflict of
Interest Code by adopting the proposed Resolution No. 16-23.
A-7 PROCLAMATION DECLARING APRIL 2023 AS MONTH OF THE CHILD AND CHILD
ABUSE PREVENTION MONTH; (ADMINISTRATION)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as submitted.
A-8 PROCLAMATION DECLARING MARCH 2023 AS AMERICAN RED CROSS MONTH;
(ADMINISTRATION)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as submitted.
A-9 DESIGNATE UP TO $80,000 IN APPROVED CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
FUNDS FOR MULTIPLE EMERGENCY DOCK REPAIRS; (HARBOR DEPARTMENT)
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the City Council designate up to $80,000
in budget savings from the approved capital improvement project funds for the
Boat Launch Ramp & Float Replacement Planning project to new capital
improvement projects for Emergency Dock Repairs.
Mayor Wixom opened public comment for the Consent Agenda.
Terry Simons, Morro Bay, spoke regarding Item A-4, asking why this action was occurring so late
in the process. Regarding Item A-6, he requested FPPC records from the City and hoped they
would be available soon for public review.
Betty Winholtz, Morro Bay, spoke regarding Item A-5, hoping the City would better advertise this
service. Regarding Item A-6, she was pleased the policy includes contractors hired by the City.
The public comment period was closed.
Staff responded to questions raised during public comment.
MOTION: Council Member Barton moved approval of Items A-1 through A-9 on Consent
Agenda. The motion was seconded by Council Member Ford and carried 5-0 by
roll call vote.
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B. PUBLIC HEARINGS
B-1 REVIEW AND ADOPT FINAL FUNDING RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE 2023
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) PROGRAM; (COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT)
https://youtu.be/HGZTHHk_WDM?t=1074
Senior Planner Jacinth provided the report and responded to Council inquiries.
Mayor Wixom opened the Public Hearing and public comment for Item B-1.
Betty Winholtz, Morro Bay, asked the City to consider a different approach next year that
allowed more public input on projects chosen for funding. She also asked if the City would
receive more funding if it applied separately rather than part of the consortium.
Devon McQuade, 5Cities Homeless Coalition, described the programs and services
provided countywide and, specifically, how those programs served Morro Bay households.
The Public Hearing was closed.
MOTION: Council Member Barton moved to adopt Resolution No. 12-23 approving final
funding recommendations for the 2023 Community Development Block Grant
funds and forward recommendations to the San Luis Obispo County Board of
Supervisors for inclusion with the other final funding requests from the Urban
County Consortium. The funding recommendation is for the two applications
received from 5 Cities Homeless Coalition and the City Public Works
Department along with City program administration of $3,667 for a total 2023
funding allocation of $89,860. Additionally, staff recommends the City Council
authorize the City Manager to make pro rata adjustments to the allocation
based on the final funding amount from San Luis Obispo County based on the
approval of the federal budget and HUD’s final grant amount to the County.
The motion was seconded by Council Member Edwards and carried 5-0 by roll
call vote.
C. BUSINESS ITEMS
C-1 PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION OF THE FISCAL YEAR (FY) 2021-22 ANNUAL
COMPREHENSIVE FINANCIAL REPORT; (ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES
DEPARTMENT)
https://youtu.be/HGZTHHk_WDM?t=2328
Assistant City Manager/Administrative Services Director Johnson-Rios introduced the
item and turned to Lindsey Zimmerman, Partner with Brown Armstrong, who provided the
report and responded to Council inquiries.
The public comment period for Item C-1 was opened.
Terry Simons, Morro Bay, asked when and how the joint facilities owned by the City and
the Cayucos Sanitary district would be divided and how that would be handled.
Betty Winholtz, Morro Bay, raised various questions regarding City finances and whether
the City would be considering a rebate from the $41 monthly surcharge passed in 2018.
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Paul Donnelly, Morro Bay, understood from his participation on the WRFCAC construction
costs for the WRF would be split 71% from the sewer fund and 29% from the water fund
and asked, based on WIFIA funding, if that was still true. He also asked if the City was
considering a rebate of the $41 surcharge.
The public comment period for Item C-1 was closed.
No formal action was taken on this item.
Mayor Wixom invited Nataly Renteria from First 5 SLO to speak regarding the Month of the Child
Proclamation presented as Item A-7.
https://youtu.be/HGZTHHk_WDM?t=4306
C-2 INPUT FOR THE CITY STRATEGIC PLANNING FORUM FOR FY 2023-24 AND FY
2024-25; (INTERIM CITY MANAGER/ASSISTANT CITY MANAGER/ADMIN SERVICES
DIRECTOR)
https://youtu.be/HGZTHHk_WDM?t=4561
Interim City Manager Carpenter provided the report and responded to Council inquiries.
The public comment period for Item C-2 was opened.
Terry Simons, Morro Bay, asked if there would be an opportunity for public comment at
the April 5th meeting.
Betty Winholtz, Morro Bay, provided a brief overview of her written comments submitted
for the upcoming Goals Workshop.
The public comment period for Item C-2 was closed.
No formal action was taken.
D. COUNCIL DECLARATION OF FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
https://youtu.be/HGZTHHk_WDM?t=6007
Mayor Wixom requested and received majority support for a resolution asking for notification of
local, regional and state meetings regarding offshore wind energy development in the area
outside of Morro Bay, and that Council authorize the Mayor to send a letter to state and federal
legislature stating the City’s desire to be engaged and represented during the process.
E. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 7:19 p.m.
Recorded by:
Dana Swanson
City Clerk
Dana Swanson (Apr 26, 2023 08:42 PDT)
Dana Swanson
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