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City Council Agenda
Mission Statement
The City of Morro Bay is dedicated to the preservation and enhancement of the quality of life. The City shall
be committed to this purpose and will provide a level of municipal service and safety consistent with
and responsive to the needs of the public.
REGULAR MEETING - DECEMBER 8, 1997
CLOSED SESSION - DECEMBER 8, 1997
CITY HALL CONFERENCE ROOM - 5:00 P.M.
595 HARBOR ST., MORRO BAY, CA
CS-1 GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.8: REAL PROPERTY TRANS-
ACTIONS
INSTRUCTING THE CITY'S REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR
REGARDING A LICENSE AND/OR EASEMENT AGREEMENTS BETWEEN
PG&E AND THE CITY OF MORRO BAY
REGULAR MEETING - DECEMBER 8, 1997
• VETERANS MEMORIAL HALL - 6:00 P.M.
209 SURF ST., MORRO BAY, CA
ESTABLISH QUORUM AND CALL TO ORDER
PRAYER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBERS ANNOUNCEMENTS & PRESENTATIONS
CLOSED SESSION REPORT
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD - Members of the audience wishing to address the
Council on City business matters (other than Public Hearing items under Section B) may
do so at this time.
To increase the effectiveness of the Public Comment Period, the following rules shall be
followed:
• When recognized by the Mayor, please come forward to the podium and state
your name and address for the record. Comments are to be limited to three
minutes.
• All remarks shall be addressed to Council, as a whole, and not to any individual
• member thereof.
• No person shall be permitted to make slanderous, profane or personal remarks
against any elected official, commission and/or staff.
COUNCIL DECLARATION OF FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
• A. CONSENT CALENDAR
Unless an item is pulled for separate action by the City Council, the following actions are
approved without discussion.
A-1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
OF NOVEMBER 24, 1997; (BAUER)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as submitted.
A-2 RESOLUTION NO. 87-97 APPROVING ASSIGNMENT OF LEASE SITE
62/62W; (ALGERT)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution No. 87-97 authorizing assignment of
the lease agreement for Lease Site 62/62W from Bruce and Kathy Lewis to
Bob Reed and Frank Loving.
A-3 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING NEW 20-YEAR LEASE AGREEMENT FOR
LEASE SITES 122-123/122W-123W; (ALGERT) - THIS ITEM HAS BEEN
PULLED FROM THE AGENDA
• A-4 RESOLUTION NO. 88-97 APPROVING SUBLEASE FOR LEASE SITES 91-
92/91 W-92W; (ALGERT)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution No. 88-97 authorizing a sublease
agreement with Christa Lopez and Gretchen Blackburn, dba Mermaids, to
operate a retail business on a portion of Lease Site 91-92/91W-92W.
A-5 RESOLUTION NO. 84-97 APPROVING TRANSPORTATION
DEVELOPMENT ACT CLAIM FOR FISCAL YEAR 1997/98; (BOUCHER)
RECOMMENDATION: 1) Approve the City's fiscal year 1997/98 claims for Local
Transportation Fund (LTF) monies in the amounts of $142,284 (local),
$51,910 (regional), $3,989 (local bike and pedestrian projects), and $1,250
(TDA Audit cost); and 2) approve the City's fiscal year 1997/98 claim for
State Transportation Authority (STA) monies in the amount of $13,571 and
authorize the Mayor to sign Resolution No. 84-97.
A-6 CONSIDERATION OF REVISION TO PUBLIC WORKS ADVISORY BOARD
(PWAB) BY-LAWS REGARDING TERMS OF OFFICE; (BOUCHER)
• RECOMMENDATION: Approve the revisions to the PWAB by-laws with regards
to terms of office and amend by-laws to reflect new language.
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• A-7 RESOLUTION NO. 89-97 APPROVING ONE TO FOUR YEARS OF PUBLIC
EMPLOYEE RETIREMENT SYSTEM (PERS) SERVICE CREDIT; (DAVIS)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution No. 89-97 authorizing the Mayor to
sign the Certificate of Compliance and Agreement.
A-8 APPOINTMENTS OF COUNCIL TO VARIOUS COUNTY BOARDS AND
COMMITTEES; (ADMIN)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve appointments as noted on staff report.
A-9 CANCELLATION OF REGULARLY SCHEDULED CITY COUNCIL
MEETING ON DECEMBER 22, 1997; (ADMIN)
RECOMMENDATION: Cancel the regularly scheduled City Council meeting on
December 22, 1997.
A-10 PROCLAMATION DECLARING DECEMBER 1997 AS "NATIONAL
DRUNK AND DRUGGED DRIVER PREVENTION MONTH'; (LOVEN)
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt proclamation and encourage citizens to "Take a
• Stand Against Impaired Driving" during the December holiday season and
throughout the year.
B. PUBLIC HEARINGS, REPORTS & APPEARANCES
B-1 PRESENTATION OF REGIONAL URBAN DESIGN ASSISTANCE TEAM
(RUDAT) REPORT; (HOWELL)
RECOMMENDATION: Receive presentation of final RUDAT report.
B-2 PRESENTATION OF WATER INFRASTRUCTURE MASTER PLAN FOR
POTABLE AND FIRE PROTECTION DEMANDS; (BOUCHER)
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt the Water Master Plan as presented.
B-3 REQUEST FOR POLICY DIRECTION ON SPECIAL WATER RATES;
(BOUCHER)
RECOMMENDATION: Consider and determine that special water rates are
contrary to the general well-being of the community and approve Resolution
No. 86-97 modifying the Master Fee Schedule for existing reduced water
• rates for Licensed Health Care Facilities to be the same as the prevailing
community rates.
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• C. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
C-1 REVIEW OF CRITERIA FOR SPECIAL EVENTS TO BE BROADCAST ON
CHANNEL 54; (BOUCHER)
RECOMMENDATION: Review the criteria to be used in determining what
qualifies as a special event for broadcast on Channel 54.
C-2 RESOLUTION NO. 85-97 APPROVING AWARD OF VIDEO PRODUCTION
SERVICES CONTRACT; (BOUCHER)
RECOMMENDATION: 1) Award the bid to AGP Video for taping City Council
meetings only for three months (January, February, March 1998); 2) return
after mid -year budget review for consideration of continuance to end of fiscal
year; 3) direct staff to include a video production funds request in the fiscal
year 1998/99 budget.
D. NEW BUSINESS
D-1 CONSIDERATION OF HARBOR LEASE MANAGEMENT POLICY;
(ALGERT) - THIS ITEM HAS BEEN PULLED FROM THE AGENDA
• D-2 SCHEDULING FOR INTERVIEW DATE FOR APPOINTMENTS TO CITY
COMMISSIONS AND ADVISORY BOARD VACANCIES; (ADMIN)
RECOMMENDATION: Schedule an interview date for appointments to City
Commissions and Advisory Board vacancies.
D-3 APPOINTMENT OF VICE -MAYOR FOR ONE-YEAR TERM; (ADMIN)
RECOMMENDATION: Appoint Council member to serve a one year term as Vice
Mayor.
E. ADJOURNMENT
THIS AGENDA IS SUBJECT TO AMENDMENT UP TO 72 HOURS PRIOR TO THE DATE AND
TIME SET FOR THE MEETING. PLEASE REFER TO THE AGENDA POSTED AT CITY HALL FOR
ANY REVISIONS OR CALL THE CLERK'S OFFICE AT 772-6200 FOR FURTHER INFORMATION.
COPIES OF STAFF REPORTS OR OTHER PUBLIC DOCUMENTATION RELATING TO EACH
ITEM OF BUSINESS REFERRED TO ON THIS AGENDA ARE ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE
CITY CLERK AND AVAILABLE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION AND REPRODUCTION AT COST AT
CITY HALL, LIBRARY, AND MILLS STATIONERY.
• IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, IF YOU NEED SPECIAL
ASSISTANCE TO PARTICIPATE IN A CITY MEETING, PLEASE CONTACT THE CITY CLERK'S
OFFICE AT LEAST 24 HOURS PRIOR TO THE MEETING TO INSURE THAT REASONABLE
ARRANGEMENTS CAN BE MADE TO PROVIDE ACCESSIBILITY TO THE MEETING.
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• MINUTES - MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL
CLOSED SESSION - DECEMBER 8, 1997
CITY HALL CONFERENCE ROOM - 5:00 P.M.
Mayor Novak called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m
PRESENT: Cathy Novak
Mayor
Rodger Anderson
Councilmember
Dave Elliott
Councilmember
William Peirce
Councilmember
Janice Peters
Councilmember
STAFF: Dave Howell
City Manager
David Hunt
City Attorney
CLOSED SESSION
MOTION: Councilmember Peters moved the meeting be adjourned to Closed
Session. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Peirce and
unanimously carried. (5-0)
• Mayor Novak read the Closed Session statement.
CS-1 GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.8; REAL PROPERTY
TRANSACTIONS
INSTRUCTING CITY'S REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR REGARDING
EASEMENTS AND LICENSES WITH PACIFIC GAS & ELECTRIC
COMPANY (PG&E)
PROPERTY: PACIFIC GAS AND ELECTRIC MORRO BAY POWER PLANT.
NEGOTIATING PARTIES: MARY HINDEGARDNER/PG&E AND RICK
ALGERT/CITY.
NEGOTIATIONS: TERMS, CONDITIONS, AND USES OF EASEMENTS
AND LICENSES PERTAINING TO THE GEAR STORAGE AREA; THE
WATER INTAKE OPERATIONS; THE BRACKISH WELLS; THE WELLS;
THE PARK; THE BIKE PATH AND IMPROVEMENTS; AND THE PARKING
LOTS.
The meeting adjourned to Closed Session at 5:00 p.m. and returned to regular session at
5:30 p.m.
MOTION: Councilmember Elliott moved the meeting be adjourned. The motion was
seconded by Councilmember Peirce and unanimously carried. (5-0)
• The meeting adjourned at 5:30 p.m.
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• MINUTES - MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING - DECEMBER 8, 1997
VETERANS MEMORIAL HALL - 6:00 P.M.
Mayor Novak called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
ESTABLISH QUORUM AND CALL TO ORDER
PRAYER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
MAYOR'S REPORTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS - Mayor Novak presented Certificates of
Appreciation to volunteers in the City who have served 1,500 hours or more with the
City.
CLOSED SESSION REPORT - None.
The agenda was taken out of order to hear Item B-1 (Presentation of Regional Urban
Design Assistance Team (RUDAT) Report) at this time.
Mayor Novak presented a Key to the City to City Manager Dave Howell.
• PUBLIC COMMENT
The following people addressed Item C-2 (Resolution No. 85-97 Approving Award of
Video Production Services Contract) requesting Council consider the cost of production,
and expressed support for the bid to be awarded to AGP for one year: Shoosh Crotzer,
Colby Crotzer, Mary Phillips, Lynda Merrill, Jim Wood, and Ann Patton.
Grace Melton suggested a fund such as the Adopt -a -Tree Program be started to remove
the diseased trees in the City.
Harry Rogers complimented Council for approving the RUDAT Project which will assist
in the repair of sidewalks in the City.
Meredith Bates addressed Item C-1 (Review of Criteria for Special Events to be
Broadcast on Channel 54) and reviewed what is happening in other areas in the County
regarding special events broadcasting. She noted perhaps the City can collaborate with
these other agencies in obtaining information.
John Barta addressed Item A-7 (Resolution No. 89-97 Approving One to Four Years of
Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) Service Credit) stating the employee in
which this would benefit, Jerry Ramos, was instrumental in making the City run
• effectively. He also addressed Item C-1, and requested Council consider funding error
and omissions.
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Bill Olson requested Council's support in funding the removal of the diseased trees in the
City.
Colby Crotzer addressed Item A-6 (Consideration of Revision to Public Works Advisory
Board (PWAB) By -Laws Regarding Terms of Office) and requested Council pull this
item for discussion. He also addressed Item CA stating the National Estuary Program
and school events should be added to the criteria to be broadcasted on Channel 54. Mr.
Crotzer addressed Item B-3 (Request for Policy Direction on Special Water Rates) stating
the staff report neglected to address the Neurologic Center in Morro Bay. He noted that
the people at this center and SeaShell Communities are on limited budgets, and the
owners of these centers were unable to adjust their rates to provide for increased water
rates; Mr. Crotzer requested Council consider this when deliberating on this issue.
Steve Mathieu addressed Item C-1 stating Item 8 of the existing Operating Policies was
left out of the staff report. He also noted there are "pure government" models out for
review which allows a municipality to restrict community informational programming,
and requested Council consider this in order to keep the community informed.
DECLARATION OF FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS - Councilmember Elliott requested
• the criteria for representation on City Commissions/Advisory Boards be agendized for
review.
Mayor Novak called for a break at 7:38 p.m.; the meeting resumed at 7:57 p.m.
A. CONSENT CALENDAR
Unless an item is pulled for separate action by the City Council, the following actions are
approved without discussion.
A-1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
OF NOVEMBER 24, 1997; (BAUER)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as submitted.
A-2 RESOLUTION NO. 87-97 APPROVING ASSIGNMENT OF LEASE SITE
62/62W; (ALGERT)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution No. 87-97 authorizing assignment of
the lease agreement for Lease Site 62/62W from Bruce and Kathy Lewis to
Bob Reed and Frank Loving.
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REGULAR MEETING - DECEMBER 8, 1997
• A-3 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING NEW 20-YEAR LEASE AGREEMENT FOR
LEASE SITES 122-123/122W-123W; (ALGERT)
This item was pulled from the agenda.
A-4 RESOLUTION NO. 88-97 APPROVING SUBLEASE FOR LEASE SITES 91-
92/91 W-92W; (ALGERT)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution No. 88-97 authorizing a sublease
agreement with Christa Lopez and Gretchen Blackburn, dba Mermaids, to
operate a retail business on a portion of Lease Site 91-92/91W-92W.
A-5 RESOLUTION NO. 84-97 APPROVING TRANSPORTATION
DEVELOPMENT ACT CLAIM FOR FISCAL YEAR 1997/98; (BOUCHER)
RECOMMENDATION: 1) Approve the City's fiscal year 1997/98 claims for Local
Transportation Fund (LTF) monies in the amounts of $142,284 (local),
$51,910 (regional), $3,989 (local bike and pedestrian projects), and $1,250
(TDA Audit cost); and 2) approve the City's fiscal year 1997/98 claim for
State Transportation Authority (STA) monies in the amount of $13,571 and
• authorize the Mayor to sign Resolution No. 84-97.
A-6 CONSIDERATION OF REVISION TO PUBLIC WORKS ADVISORY BOARD
(PWAB) BY-LAWS REGARDING TERMS OF OFFICE; (BOUCHER)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve the revisions to the PWAB by-laws with regards
to terms of office and amend by-laws to reflect new language.
A-7 RESOLUTION NO. 89-97 APPROVING ONE TO FOUR YEARS OF PUBLIC
EMPLOYEE RETIREMENT SYSTEM (PERS) SERVICE CREDIT; (DAVIS)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution No. 89-97 authorizing the Mayor to
sign the Certificate of Compliance and Agreement.
A-8 APPOINTMENTS OF COUNCIL TO VARIOUS COUNTY BOARDS AND
COMMITTEES; (ADMIN)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve appointments as noted on staff report.
A-9 CANCELLATION OF REGULARLY SCHEDULED CITY COUNCIL
MEETING ON DECEMBER 22, 1997; (ADMIN)
• RECOMMENDATION: Cancel the regularly scheduled City Council meeting on
December 22, 1997.
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REGULAR MEETING - DECEMBER 8, 1997
A-10 PROCLAMATION DECLARING DECEMBER 1997 AS "NATIONAL
DRUNK AND DRUGGED DRIVER PREVENTION MONTH'; (LOVEN)
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt proclamation and encourage citizens to "Take a
Stand Against Impaired Driving" during the December holiday season and
throughout the year.
Councilmember Anderson pulled Items A-4, A-6, and A-10 from the Consent Calendar;
Councilmember Peters pulled Item A-7, and Councilmember Elliott pulled Item A-8.
MOTION: Councilmember Peirce moved the City Council approve the Consent
Calendar with the exception of Items A-4, A-6, A-7, A-8, and A-10. The
motion was seconded by Councilmember Peters and carried unanimously.
(5-0)
A-4 RESOLUTION NO. 88-97 APPROVING SUBLEASE FOR LEASE SITES 91-
92/91 W-92W
• Councilmember Anderson stepped down due to a conflict of interest on this item.
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MOTION: Councilmember Peirce moved the City Council adopt Resolution No. 88-
97 approving the sublease for Lease Sites 91-92/91W-92W; The motion
was seconded by Councilmember Elliott and carried. (4-0-1)
A-6 CONSIDERATION OF REVISION TO PUBLIC WORKS ADVISORY BOARD
(PWAB) BY-LAWS REGARDING TERMS OF OFFICE
Councilmember Anderson noted the other advisory boards in the City have four-year
terms.
Councilmember Elliott stated four years is too long; the City needs a higher turn -over,
and noted members can be re -appointed.
Councilmembers Peirce and Peters, and Mayor Novak stated terms should be consistent
for all boards.
MOTION: Councilmember Anderson moved the City Council approve the revision to
the PWAB by-laws extending the terms to four years. The motion was
seconded by Councilmember Peirce and carried unanimously. (5-0)
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REGULAR MEETING - DECEMBER 8, 1997
• A-7 RESOLUTION NO. 89-97 APPROVING ONE TO FOUR YEARS OF PUBLIC
. EMPLOYEE RETIREMENT SYSTEM (PERS) SERVICE CREDIT
Councilmember Peters requested clarification on this item for public information.
City Manager Dave Howell reviewed the Certificate of Compliance and Agreement made
Jerry Ramos.
MOTION: Councilmember Peters moved the City Council adopt Resolution No. 89-
97 approving one to four years of PERS Service Credit. The motion was
seconded by Councilmember Peirce and carried unanimously. (5-0)
A-8 APPOINTMENTS OF COUNCIL TO VARIOUS COUNTY BOARDS AND
COMMITTEES
Councilmember Elliott noted the staff report lacked the attachment.
City Clerk Bridgett Bauer clarified there are no changes to this year's appointments,
except for Councilmember Peters will serve as delegate on the Economic Opportunity
Commission, and Councilmember Peirce will serve as alternate.
• MOTION: Councilmember Elliott moved the City Council approve the appointments
to the various County boards and committees. The motion was seconded
by Councilmember Peters and carried unanimously. (5-0)
A-10 PROCLAMATION DECLARING DECEMBER 1997 AS "NATIONAL
DRUNK AND DRUGGED DRIVER PREVENTION MONTH"
Councilmember Anderson reviewed this proclamation for public awareness.
MOTION: Councilmember Anderson moved the City Council adopt the proclamation
declaring December 1997 as "National Drunk and Drugged Driver
Prevention Month". The motion was seconded by Councilmember Elliott
and carried unanimously. (5-0)
B. PUBLIC HEARINGS REPORTS & APPEARANCES
B-1 PRESENTATION OF REGIONAL URBAN DESIGN ASSISTANCE TEAM
(RUDAT) REPORT; (HOWELL)
Mayor Novak presented Certificates of Appreciation to those who assisted in the
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preparation of the RUDAT report.
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• The final RUDAT report was presented to the City Council and citizens of Morro Bay by
Planning Commissioner April Ford and Professor Allan Cooper of Cal Poly.
Mayor Novak opened the hearing for public comment.
Suedene Walker reviewed her progress with this project.
Mayor Novak closed the public comment hearing.
Council consensus was to appropriate the funding to get the project underway.
MOTION: Councilmember Elliott moved the City Council appropriate $25,000 from
the Transient Occupancy Tax Audit Account to purchase street furniture,
replace one tree, trim other trees, and do sidewalk repairs. The motion was
seconded by Councilmember Peirce and carried unanimously. (5-0)
B-2 PRESENTATION OF WATER INFRASTRUCTURE MASTER PLAN FOR
POTABLE AND FIRE PROTECTION DEMANDS; (BOUCHER)
Public Works Director Bill Boucher reviewed the Water Infrastructure Master Plan for
• potable and fire protection demands and recommended the City Council adopt the Water
Master Plan as submitted.
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Mayor Novak opened the hearing for public comment.
Harry Rogers stated impact fees should be for those who have paid for the improvements
in the City.
Mary Phillips stated the fire station in the Del -Mar area should be active for more fire
safety in North Morro Bay.
John Barta stated this water report represents all people in the City, and water rates
should be charged the same for all.
Mayor Novak closed the public comment hearing.
Council consensus was in support of the Water Master Plan.
MOTION: Councilmember Anderson moved the City Council adopt the Water
Master Plan as presented. The motion was seconded by Councilmember
Peters and carried unanimously. (5-0)
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• B-3 REQUEST FOR POLICY DIRECTION ON SPECIAL WATER RATES;
(BOUCHER)
Public Works Director Bill Boucher stated the City's Water Fund's financial status is
reaching the point where existing and proposed special consideration of particular types
of users may lead to the need for a community -wide rate increase to compensate for lost
revenue. He noted if the current and proposed special rate consideration continues, the
reductions in annual revenue will likely entail mitigation through a community -wide
increase. If the special consideration is discontinued, future rate increases can be
deferred, barring subsequent additional revenue reductions. Mr. Boucher stated the
current special water rate for the one health care facility reduces Water Fund revenues by
approximately $32,500 per fiscal year. He recommended the City Council determine that
special water rates are contrary to the general well-being of the community by adoption
of Resolution No. 86-97 modifying the Master Fee Schedule for existing reduced water
rates for Licensed Health Care Facilities to be the same as the prevailing community
rates.
Mayor Novak opened the hearing for public comment.
John Barta addressed supply and demand. He stated he supports the resolution; however,
• there is not a shortage of water now or in the future. Mr. Barta made the following
suggestions: 1) retrofit should be ceased with the adoption of the City's water report by
the Coastal Commission; 2) an increase in revenues should be implemented by requesting
vacant lot owners to purchase a water meter for their lot; and 3) the school district should
obtain 1" water lines instead of 3" lines.
Mary Phillips stated the cost of living at SeaShell Communities is extremely high and
should be able to afford their water. She also noted State Water is allowing her to quit
her reverse osmosis system which also saves money.
Harry Rogers stated the City should be run shrewdly, and special water rates should not
be allowed.
Mayor Novak closed the public comment hearing.
Council consensus was to not allow special water rates.
MOTION: Councilmember Elliott moved the City Council approve Resolution No.
86-97 which determines that special water rates are contrary to the general
well-being of the community. The motion was seconded by
Councilmember Peirce and carried unanimously. (5-0)
• Mayor Novak called for a break at 9:28 p.m.; the meeting resumed at 9:37 p.m.
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• C. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Mayor Novak recommended Council take the agenda out of order in order to hear Item
C-2 next; Council concurred.
C-2 RESOLUTION NO. 85-97 APPROVING AWARD OF VIDEO PRODUCTION
SERVICES CONTRACT; (BOUCHER)
Mayor Novak stepped down from discussion on this item due to a financial conflict of
interest.
Public Works Administrative Assistant Janeen Burlingame reviewed the Selection
Committee recommendation on the award of Video Production Services Contract which
was to reject the Request for Proposal (RFP) bids submitted and look for alternative ways
to provide video production service of City meetings that have been provided by
volunteers for the past 17 months.
Ms. Burlingame also reviewed the following Public Works Advisory Board
recommendations:
• 1. Award the RFP bid to AGP Video for taping City Council meetings for three
months (January, February, March);
2. Return after mid -year budget review for consideration of continuance to end of
the fiscal year;
3. Direct staff to include a fiscally realistic video production fund request in the
fiscal year 1998/1999 budget; and
4. Direct staff to investigate alternative funding sources for Channel 54.
Ms. Burlingame then reviewed staff recommendations as follows:
1) Award the bid to AGP Video for taping City Council meetings only for three
months (January, February, March 1998); and
2) Return after mid -year budget review for consideration of continuance to end of
fiscal year; 3) direct staff to include a video production funds request in the fiscal
year 1998/99 budget.
MOTION: Councilmember Peters moved the City Council award the bid to AGP for
three months, with the City's option to continue the agreement through the
calendar year with available funding.
The motion died for lack of a second.
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• MOTION: Councilmember Peters moved the City Council authorize staff to: 1)
negotiate a three month contract with AGP seeking cost reductions to be
extended at the sole option of the City Council should funding be
otherwise made available; 2) return to the City Council after mid -year
budget review for further consideration for funding of this contract for
remainder of 1997/98 fiscal year; and 3) consider for full funding of this
project in the 1998/99 fiscal year budget. The motion was seconded by
Councilmember Peirce and carried. (4-0-1)
MOTION: Councilmember Peters moved the City Council continue the meeting past
11:00 p.m. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Peirce and
carried unanimously. (5-0)
CA REVIEW OF CRITERIA FOR SPECIAL EVENTS TO BE BROADCAST ON
CHANNEL 54; (BOUCHER)
Public Works Administrative Assistant Janeen Burlingame reviewed the criteria for
special events to be broadcast on Channel 54 and recommended the following:
1. Delete Items 5a, 5c and 5d from the policies and guidelines for Channel 54
• pertaining to school, Chamber and educational tapes; and
2. Amend Item 5b to include the City events listed on page two of the staff report
(Attachment 1 for revised operating policies).
Council amended Items 1, 4, and 6 on Attachment 1 - City Channel 54 Operating Policies
and Guidelines
MOTION: Councilmember Peirce moved the City Council approve Attachment 1 -
City Channel 54 Operating Policies and Guidelines as amended. The
motion was seconded by Councilmember Elliott and carried unanimously.
(5-0)
D. NEW BUSINESS
D-1 CONSIDERATION OF HARBOR LEASE MANAGEMENT POLICY;
(ALGERT)
This item was pulled from the agenda.
D-2 SCHEDULING FOR INTERVIEW DATE FOR APPOINTMENTS TO CITY
COMMISSIONS AND ADVISORY BOARD VACANCIES; (ADMIN)
• City Manager Dave Howell requested the City Council schedule a date for interviews to
fill upcoming vacancies on City Commissions and Advisory Boards.
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REGULAR MEETING - DECEMBER 8, 1997
• The City Council directed staff to advertise the upcoming vacancies on City
Commissions/Advisory Boards, and schedule the interview date for Thursday, January
22, 1998 at 6:30 p.m.
D-3 APPOINTMENT OF VICE -MAYOR FOR ONE-YEAR TERM; (ADMIN)
City Manager Dave Howell requested the City Council appoint a Council member to
serve a one year term as Vice Mayor.
Mayor Novak opened the floor for nominations.
Councilmember Peters nominated Councilmember Elliott to serve as Vice Mayor for a
one-year term
MOTION: Councilmember Anderson moved the City Council close nominations and
appoint Councilmember Elliott as Vice Mayor for a one-year term. The
motion was seconded by Councilmember Peters and carried unanimously.
(5-0)
F. ADJOURNMENT
• The meeting adjourned at 11:30 p.m.
Recorded by:
Bridgett Bauer
City Clerk
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City of Morro Bay
City Council Agenda
Mission Statement
The City of Morro Bay is dedicated to the preservation and enhancement of the quality of life. The City shall
be committed to this purpose and will provide a level of municipal service and safety consistent with
and responsive to the needs of the public.
REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 24,1997; 5:00 P.M.
CLOSED SESSION - NOVEMBER 24, 1997
CITY HALL CONFERENCE ROOM - 5:00 P.M.
595 HARBOR ST., MORRO BAY, CA
CS-1 GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.8; REAL PROPERTY
TRANSACTIONS
INSTRUCTING CITY'S REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR REGARDING
THE PRICE AND TERMS OF PAYMENT FOR THE PURCHASE, SALE,
EXCHANGE, OR LEASE OF REAL PROPERTY AS TO ONE (1) PARCEL
• PROPERTY: LEASE SITE 89/89W.
• NEGOTIATING PARTIES: HARBOR DIRECTOR ON BEHALF OF
• THE CITY, RALPH GUNTHER AND JOSEPH STEINMANN.
• NEGOTIATIONS: CITY APPROVAL OF ASSIGNMENT FROM
RALPH GUNTHER TO JOSEPH STEINMANN.
CS-2 GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54957; PERSONNEL ISSUES
DISCUSSIONS REGARDING PERSONNEL ISSUES INCLUDING TWO (2)
PUBLIC EMPLOYEES REGARDING APPOINTMENT/COMPENSATION/
EVALUATION, SPECIFICALLY: (A) NEW CITY MANAGER, DAVID COLE
REGARDING FINALIZING PROPOSED CONTRACT; AND (B)
EVALUATION OF CURRENT CITY MANAGER HOWELL REGARDING
STEP INCREASE.
CS-3 GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54957.6, CONFERENCE WITH
LABOR NEGOTIATOR
CONFERENCE WITH CITY MANAGER HOWELL, THE CITY'S
DESIGNATED REPRESENTATIVE, FOR THE PURPOSE OF REVIEWING
THE CITY'S POSITION REGARDING SALARIES, SALARY SCHEDULES,
OR COMPENSATION PAID IN THE FORM OF FRINGE BENEFITS AND
GIVING INSTRUCTIONS TO THE DESIGNATED REPRESENTATIVE AS
TO (A) REPRESENTED EMPLOYEES; AND (B) ONE UNREPRESENTED
EMPLOYEE, THE FINANCE DIRECTOR.
• IT IS NOTED THAT THE CONTENTS OF CLOSED SESSION MEETINGS ARE
CONFIDENTIAL AND EXEMPT FROM DISCLOSURE.
PUBLIC SESSION - NOVEMBER 24, 1997
VETERANS MEMORIAL HALL - 6:00 P.M.
209 SURF ST., MORRO BAY, CA
ESTABLISH QUORUM AND CALL TO ORDER
PRAYER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBERS ANNOUNCEMENTS & PRESENTATIONS
CLOSED SESSION REPORT
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD - Members of the audience wishing to address the
Council on City business matters (other than Public Hearing items under Section B) may
do so at this time.
To increase the effectiveness of the Public Comment Period, the following rules shall be
followed:
• When recognized by the Mayor, please come forward to the podium and state
• your name and address for the record. Comments are to be limited to three
minutes.
• All remarks shall be addressed to Council, as a whole, and not to any individual
member thereof.
• No person shall be permitted to make slanderous, profane or personal remarks
against any elected official, commission and/or staff.
COUNCIL DECLARATION OF FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
A. CONSENT CALENDAR
Unless an item is pulled for separate action by the City Council, the following actions are
approved without discussion.
A-1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
OF NOVEMBER 10, 1997; (BAUER)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as submitted.
A-2 STATEMENT OF CASH AND INVESTMENTS - OCTOBER 1997; (KOSER)
RECOMMENDATION: Receive for information.
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A-3 EXPENDITURE REPORT - OCTOBER 1997; (KOSER)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as submitted.
A-4 THIRD QUARTER 1997 SALES TAX REPORT; (KOSER)
RECOMMENDATION: Receive for information.
A-5 APPROVAL OF MORRO BAY-CAYUCOS SANITARY DISTRICT JOINT
POWERS AUTHORITY ANNUAL AUDIT FOR FISCAL YEAR 1995/96;
(KOSER)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve the audit report.
A-6 RESOLUTION NO. 81-97 APPROVING ASSIGNMENT OF LEASE
AGREEMENT FOR LEASE SITES 89/89W: GUNTHER/STEINMANN;
(ALGERT)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution No. 81-97 authorizing assignment of
lease agreement for Lease Site 89/89W from Ralph and Shirley Gunther to E.
Kurt Steinmann contingent on City Attorney approval of final assignment
and assumption documents.
is A-7 RESOLUTION NO. 82-97 APPROVING SUBLEASE AGREEMENT FOR
LEASE SITES 87-88/87W-88W: RETAIL BUSINESS FRONTING BOB'S
SEAFOOD; (ALGERT)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution No. 82-97 authorizing a sublease
agreement with Larry Peterman, dba Hotlix, to operate a retail business on a
portion of Lease Site 87-88/87W-88W.
A-8 RESOLUTION NO. 80-97 APPROVING APPLICATION FOR GRANT FUNDS
FOR THE ENVIRONMENTAL ENHANCEMENT AND MITIGATION
PROGRAM FOR THE QUINTANA ROAD BIKEWAY PROJECT;
(BOUCHER)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution No. 80-97 and authorize the Mayor
to sign the application for grant funds.
A-9 RESOLUTION NO. 79-97 WITH FINDINGS TO RESTORE TWO-WAY
TRAFFIC ON MONTEREY STREET BETWEEN PACIFIC AND HARBOR
STREETS; (BOUCHER)
• RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution No. 79-97 authorizing said restoration
by Street Division personnel.
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• A-10 NOTICE OF COMPLETION ON KINGS AVENUE WATER TANK: PW 96-02;
(BOUCHER)
RECOMMENDATION: Accept the project as complete as constructed by San Luis
Tank and Piping Construction Co., Inc. and authorize filing of the Notice of
Completion.
A-11 APPROVAL OF JOB DESCRIPTION FOR PUBLIC WORKS/PLANNING
DIRECTOR; (DAVIS)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve job description as submitted.
A-12 REQUEST FOR CONSENT TO THE CITY JOINING AS AN AMICUS IN
SUPPORT OF THE CITY OF LONG BEACH IN LONG BEACH HERITAGE V.
HARBOR COMMISSIONERS, (HUNT)
RECOMMENDATION: Authorize City Attorney to forward City's consent in
joining as an amicus in support of the City of Long Beach.
B. PUBLIC HEARINGS. REPORTS & APPEARANCES
• B-1 PRESENTATION ON FINAL REGIONAL URBAN DEVELOPMENT
ASSISTANCE TEAM (RUDAT) REPORT - THIS ITEM HAS BEEN
PULLED FROM THE AGENDA
C. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
C-1 REVIEW OF LANDSCAPING
ASSESSMENT DISTRICTS AND
CONCEPT; (LUEKER)
AND LIGHTING MAINTENANCE
CITY-WIDE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT
RECOMMENDATION: 1) review report and determine philosophy of landscaping
and lighting maintenance assessment districts for the current districts and
determine a direction for future projects; 2) review concept of a city-wide
assessment district; and 3) continue the existing assessment districts until a
funding mechanism can be located.
D. NEW BUSINESS
D-1 PRESENTATION OF ANNUAL AUDIT REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR
1996/97; (KOSER)
• RECOMMENDATION: Accept the Fiscal Year 1996/97 Financial Audit Report.
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• D-2 RESOLUTION NO. 83-97 APPROVING HARBOR DEPARTMENT RULES
AND REGULATIONS; (ALGERT)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution No. 83-97 adopting revised Harbor
Department Rules and Regulations.
D-3 CONSIDERATION OF TRAVELER'S ADVISORY RADIO; (LOVEN)
RECOMMENDATION: Consider the purchase of a Traveler's Advisory Radio
System that can serve both the visitors/tourist industry of the City along with
the residents of the City as an emergency broadcast system.
E. ADJOURNMENT
• THIS AGENDA IS SUBJECT TO AMENDMENT UP TO 72 HOURS PRIOR TO THE
DATE AND TIME SET FOR THE MEETING. PLEASE REFER TO THE AGENDA
POSTED AT CITY HALL FOR ANY REVISIONS OR CALL THE CLERK'S OFFICE
AT 772-6200 FOR FURTHER INFORMATION.
COPIES OF STAFF REPORTS OR OTHER PUBLIC DOCUMENTATION
RELATING TO EACH ITEM OF BUSINESS REFERRED TO ON THIS AGENDA
ARE ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK AND AVAILABLE FOR
PUBLIC INSPECTION AND REPRODUCTION AT COST AT CITY HALL,
LIBRARY, AND MILLS STATIONERY.
IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, IF YOU
NEED SPECIAL ASSISTANCE TO PARTICIPATE IN A CITY MEETING, PLEASE
CONTACT THE CITY CLERK'S OFFICE AT LEAST 24 HOURS PRIOR TO THE
MEETING TO INSURE THAT REASONABLE ARRANGEMENTS CAN BE MADE
TO PROVIDE ACCESSIBILITY TO THE MEETING.
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CLOSED SESSION - NOVEMBER 24, 1997
CITY HALL CONFERENCE ROOM - 5:00 P.M.
Mayor Novak called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m
PRESENT: Cathy Novak
Mayor
Rodger Anderson
Councilmember
Dave Elliott
Councilmember
William Peirce
Councilmember
Janice Peters
Councilmember
STAFF: Dave Howell
City Manager
David Hunt
City Attorney
CLOSED SESSION
MOTION: Councilmember Peters moved the meeting be adjourned to Closed
Session. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Peirce and
unanimously carried. (5-0)
• Mayor Novak read the Closed Session statement.
CS-1 GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.8. REAL PROPERTY
TRANSACTIONS
INSTRUCTING CITY'S REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR REGARDING
THE PRICE AND TERMS OF PAYMENT FOR THE PURCHASE, SALE,
EXCHANGE, OR LEASE OF REAL PROPERTY AS TO ONE (1) PARCEL
• PROPERTY: LEASE SITE 89/89W.
• NEGOTIATING PARTIES: HARBOR DIRECTOR ON BEHALF OF
THE CITY, RALPH GUNTHER AND JOSEPH STEINMANN.
• NEGOTIATIONS: CITY APPROVAL OF ASSIGNMENT FROM
RALPH GUNTHER TO JOSEPH STEINMANN.
CS-2 GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54957, PERSONNEL ISSUES
DISCUSSIONS REGARDING PERSONNEL ISSUES INCLUDING TWO (2)
PUBLIC EMPLOYEES REGARDING APPOINTMENT/COMPENSATION/
EVALUATION, SPECIFICALLY: (A) NEW CITY MANAGER, DAVID COLE
REGARDING FINALIZING PROPOSED CONTRACT; AND (B)
EVALUATION OF CURRENT CITY MANAGER HOWELL REGARDING
STEP INCREASE.
CS-3 GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54957.6; CONFERENCE WITH
LABOR NEGOTIATOR
CONFERENCE WITH CITY MANAGER HOWELL, THE CITY'S
DESIGNATED REPRESENTATIVE, FOR THE PURPOSE OF REVIEWING
THE CITY'S POSITION REGARDING SALARIES, SALARY SCHEDULES,
OR COMPENSATION PAID IN THE FORM OF FRINGE BENEFITS AND
GIVING INSTRUCTIONS TO THE DESIGNATED REPRESENTATIVE AS
TO (A) REPRESENTED EMPLOYEES; AND (B) ONE UNREPRESENTED
EMPLOYEE, THE FINANCE DIRECTOR.
The meeting adjourned to Closed Session at 5:00 p.m. and returned to regular session at
5:55 p.m.
MOTION: Councilmember Peirce moved the meeting be adjourned. The motion was
seconded by Councilmember Peters and unanimously carried. (5-0)
The meeting adjourned at 5:55 p.m.
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REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 24, 1997
VETERANS MEMORIAL HALL - 6:00 P.M.
Mayor Novak called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
ESTABLISH QUORUM AND CALL TO ORDER
PRAYER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
MAYOR'S REPORTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
CLOSED SESSION REPORT - City Attorney David Hunt made the following Closed
Session announcements: 1) Council unanimously approved the regularly scheduled step
increase for current City Manager, David W. Howell, from December 12, 1997 to
December 29, 1997 which affects his long-term requirement income out of the Public
Employee Retirement System. Mr. Hunt noted the State Personnel Retirement Board has
invested this money which will be utilized for this purpose, and the financial impact to
the City will be minimal; and 2) Based on Government Code, when the City considers to
buy further retirement rights for a City employee (i.e. Jerry Ramos) a two week public
• announcement is required.
Mr. Hunt requested Council add Item A-13 (Request for Consent to the City Joining as an
Amicus in Support of the City of Pacifica in Milagra Ridge Partners, Limited v. City of
Pacifica) to the Consent Calendar.
MOTION: Councilmember Peters moved the City Council add the Request for
Consent to the City Joining as an Amicus in Support of the City of
Pacifica in Milagra Ridge Partners, Limited v. City of Pacifica as Item A-
13 on the Consent Calendar. The motion was seconded by
Councilmember Elliott and carried unanimously. (5-0)
PUBLIC COMMENT
Wendy Mosse, Executive Director for CASA Voices for Children, presented Chief Loven
with a Certificate of Appreciation for his efforts in the "Kiss the Pig" benefit for abused
children.
Harry Rogers thanked Dave Howell for his assistance as City Manager. He also
addressed Item C-1 (Review of Landscaping and Lighting Maintenance Assessment
Districts and City -Wide Assessment District Concept) with suggestions on a city-wide
assessment district to include improvements to City streets and sidewalks.
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REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 24, 1997
VETERANS MEMORIAL HALL - 6:00 P.M.
Mayor Novak called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
ESTABLISH QUORUM AND CALL TO ORDER
PRAYER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
MAYOR'S REPORTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
CLOSED SESSION REPORT - City Attorney David Hunt made the following Closed
Session announcements: 1) Council unanimously approved the regularly scheduled merit
step increase for current City Manager, David W. Howell, to be effective from December
12, 1997 to December 29, 1997. This increase affects his long-term requirement income
out of the Public Employee Retirement System. Mr. Hunt noted the State Personnel
Retirement Board has invested this money which will be utilized for this retirement
purpose, and the financial impact to the City will be minimal; and 2) Based on
Government Code Section 7507, when the City considers to buy further retirement rights
for a City employee (i.e. Jerry Ramos) a two week public announcement is required. The
City Council will decide at the December 8, 1997 meeting whether to buy three years of
• service credit for Jerry Ramos for a cost of $34,276.50, using Mr. Ramos' accrued
vacation hours which have a value of $34,895.77.
Mr. Hunt requested Council add Item A-13 (Request for Consent to the City Joining as an
Amicus in Support of the City of Pacifica in Milagra Ridge Partners, Limited v. City of
Pacifica) to the Consent Calendar.
MOTION: Councilmember Peters moved the City Council add the Request for
Consent to the City Joining as an Amicus in Support of the City of
Pacifica in Milagra Ridge Partners, Limited v. City of Pacifica as Item A-
13 on the Consent Calendar. The motion was seconded by
Councilmember Elliott and carried unanimously. (5-0)
PUBLIC COMMENT
Wendy Mosse, Executive Director for CASA Voices for Children, presented Chief Loven
with a Certificate of Appreciation for his efforts in the "Kiss the Pig" benefit for abused
children.
Harry Rogers thanked Dave Howell for his assistance as City Manager. He also
addressed Item C-1 (Review of Landscaping and Lighting Maintenance Assessment
Districts and City -Wide Assessment District Concept) with suggestions on a city-wide
assessment district to include improvements to City streets and sidewalks.
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REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 24, 1997
• Eric Ford and Charles Martin addressed Council regarding houses that are proposed to be
built in front of their homes on Zanzibar Street where the height limit may exceed the 25
foot height limit.
Leabah Winter, Recreation & Parks Commissioner, stated the Commission supports the
continuance of the Landscaping and Lighting Maintenance Districts for the North Point
and Cloisters subdivisions.
Jim Nance stated the Cloisters Assessment District should be maintained by the property
owners in the subdivision.
Sandy Heilow stated the Welcome Christmas Tree will be located at the Senior Center at
the Community Center instead of at the entrance of the City.
Lynda Merrill requested Council consider the publication of Closed Session items.
Bob Fredinelli, Morro Bay Power Plant Manager, addressed the sale of the PG&E Power
Plant to Duke Energy which should take place within 4 months.
John Barta acknowledged the positive aspects of the City. He also addressed the City's
current Level 3 water conservation and requested Council consider its removal.
• Bill Olson reported Morro Bay's water rates in comparison with Cambria's which are
much higher.
Neil Farrell, Chairman of the People's Park Committee, gave an update on the proposed
pocket park and requested some information from the City in order to proceed.
Mayor Novak closed the public comment hearing.
DECLARATION OF FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS : Councilmember Elliott requested
staff agendize: 1) the consideration to remove the City's current Level 3 Water
Conservation status; and 2) adopt a resolution urging the Coastal Commission to place
the City's Water Model on their agenda as soon as possible.
A. CONSENT CALENDAR
Unless an item is pulled for separate action by the City Council, the following actions are
approved without discussion.
A-1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
OF NOVEMBER 10, 1997; (BAUER)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as submitted.
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REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 24, 1997
• A-2 STATEMENT OF CASH AND INVESTMENTS - OCTOBER 1997; (KOSER)
RECOMMENDATION: Receive for information.
A-3 EXPENDITURE REPORT - OCTOBER 1997; (KOSER)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as submitted.
A-4 THIRD QUARTER 1997 SALES TAX REPORT; (KOSER)
RECOMMENDATION: Receive for information.
A-5 APPROVAL OF MORRO BAY-CAYUCOS SANITARY DISTRICT JOINT
POWERS AUTHORITY ANNUAL AUDIT FOR FISCAL YEAR 1995/96;
(KOSER)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve the audit report.
A-6 RESOLUTION NO. 81-97 APPROVING ASSIGNMENT OF LEASE
AGREEMENT FOR LEASE SITES 89/89W: GUNTHER/STEINMANN;
• (ALGERT)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution No. 81-97 authorizing assignment of
lease agreement for Lease Site 89/89W from Ralph and Shirley Gunther to E.
Kurt Steinmann contingent on City Attorney approval of final assignment
and assumption documents.
A-7 RESOLUTION NO. 82-97 APPROVING SUBLEASE AGREEMENT FOR
LEASE SITES 87-88/87W-88W: RETAIL BUSINESS FRONTING BOB'S
SEAFOOD; (ALGERT)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution No. 82-97 authorizing a sublease
agreement with Larry Peterman, dba Hotlix, to operate a retail business on a
portion of Lease Site 87-88/87W-88W.
A-8 RESOLUTION NO. 80-97 APPROVING APPLICATION FOR GRANT FUNDS
FOR THE ENVIRONMENTAL ENHANCEMENT AND MITIGATION
PROGRAM FOR THE QUINTANA ROAD BIKEWAY PROJECT;
(BOUCHER)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution No. 80-97 and authorize the Mayor
• to sign the application for grant funds.
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REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 24, 1997
• A-9 RESOLUTION NO. 79-97 WITH FINDINGS TO RESTORE TWO-WAY
TRAFFIC ON MONTEREY STREET BETWEEN PACIFIC AND HARBOR
STREETS; (BOUCHER)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution No. 79-97 authorizing said restoration
by Street Division personnel.
A-10 NOTICE OF COMPLETION ON KINGS AVENUE WATER TANK: PW 96-02;
(BOUCHER)
RECOMMENDATION: Accept the project as complete as constructed by San Luis
Tank and Piping Construction Co., Inc. and authorize filing of the Notice of
Completion.
A-11 APPROVAL OF JOB DESCRIPTION FOR PUBLIC WORKS/PLANNING
DIRECTOR; (DAVIS)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve job description as submitted.
A-12 REQUEST FOR CONSENT TO THE CITY JOINING AS AN AMICUS IN
• SUPPORT OF THE CITY OF LONG BEACH IN LONG BEACH HERITAGE V.
HARBOR COMMISSIONERS; (HUNT)
•
RECOMMENDATION: Authorize City Attorney to forward City's consent in
joining as an amicus in support of the City of Long Beach.
A-13 REQUEST FOR CONSENT TO THE CITY JOINING AS AN AMICUS IN
SUPPORT OF THE CITY OF PACIFICA IN MILAGRA RIDGE PARTNERS,
LIMITED V. CITY OF PACIFICA
RECOMMENDATION: Authorize City Attorney to forward City's consent in
joining as an amicus in support of the City of Pacifica.
Councilmember Peters pulled Items A-1 and A-6 from the Consent Calendar;
Councilmember Peirce pulled Items A-4 and A-1 l; and Mayor Novak pulled Item A-8.
MOTION: Councilmember Elliott moved the City Council approve the Consent
Calendar with the exception of Items A-1, A-4, A-6, A-8 and A-11. The
motion was seconded by Councilmember Anderson and carried
unanimously. (5-0)
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REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 24, 1997
• A-1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
OF NOVEMBER 10, 1997; (BAUER)
Councilmember Peters noted a correction on Page 4, Item C-1 (Consideration of Hiring a
Consultant to Analyze the Sonic Franchise Assignment to Charter Communications) and
stated the discussion of appointing an Ad -Hoc Committee, including herself and
Councilmember Peirce, to assist in the analysis of the transfer application documentation
from Charter Communications for the assignment of the Cable Television Franchise. She
requested this be placed in the motion; Council concurred.
MOTION: Councilmember Peters moved the City Council approve Item A-1 as
amended. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Peirce and carried
unanimously. (5-0)
A-4 THIRD QUARTER 1997 SALES TAX REPORT; (KOSER)
Councilmember Peirce requested clarification for public information. Finance Director
Jim Koser presented a brief overview of the staff report for public information.
MOTION: Councilmember Peirce moved the City Council approve Item A-4 of the
• Consent Calendar. The motion was seconded by Councilmember
Anderson and carried unanimously. (5-0)
A-6 RESOLUTION NO. 81-97 APPROVING ASSIGNMENT OF LEASE
AGREEMENT FOR LEASE SITES 89/89W: GUNTHER/STEINMANN;
(ALGERT)
Councilmember Peters requested clarification on which parts of the lease sites are being
considered. Harbor Director Rick Algert responded graphically this assignment includes
Marine Ways, Bob's Sport Fishing, and the Golden Swan Gift Shop.
MOTION: Councilmember Peters moved the City Council approve Item A-6 of the
Consent Calendar. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Peirce
and carried unanimously. (5-0)
A-8 RESOLUTION NO. 80-97 APPROVING APPLICATION FOR GRANT FUNDS
FOR THE ENVIRONMENTAL ENHANCEMENT AND MITIGATION
PROGRAM FOR THE QUINTANA ROAD BIKEWAY PROJECT;
(BOUCHER)
Mayor Novak requested clarification on this application for grant funds. Public Works
• Director Bill Boucher responded this particular grant application requires the connection
to a previously -approved project (such as the Twin Bridges Project) to provide for
environmental mitigations which are above and beyond what the project required.
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REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 24, 1997
MOTION: Councilmember Elliott moved the City Council approve Item A-8 of the
Consent Calendar. The motion was seconded by Councilmember
Anderson and carried unanimously. (5-0)
A-11 APPROVAL OF JOB DESCRIPTION FOR PUBLIC WORKS/PLANNING
DIRECTOR; (DAVIS)
Councilmember Peirce noted the proposed job description lacks experience from the
private industry which may be helpful in understanding what happens on the other side of
the counter. Staff noted the following addition under Education and Experience:
Five years of increasingly responsible experience in municipal public works,
planning and building, and engineering functions; or equivalent private sector
experience; at least five years in a management or supervisory capacity.
MOTION: Councilmember Peirce moved the City Council approve Item A-11 of the
Consent Calendar as amended. The motion was seconded by
Councilmember Peters and carried unanimously. (5-0)
B. PUBLIC HEARINGS. REPORTS & APPEARANCES
B-1 PRESENTATION ON FINAL REGIONAL URBAN DEVELOPMENT
ASSISTANCE TEAM (RUDAT) REPORT
This item was pulled from the agenda.
Mayor Novak called for a break at 7:15 p.m.; the meeting resumed at 7:25 p.m.
C. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
C-1 REVIEW OF LANDSCAPING
ASSESSMENT DISTRICTS AND
CONCEPT; (LUEKER)
AND LIGHTING MAINTENANCE
CITY-WIDE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT
Recreation and Parks Director Andrea Lueker reported the City of Morro Bay, as well as
a number of communities in California, have used Landscaping and Lighting
Maintenance Assessment Districts as a way to fund the ongoing maintenance of parks.
These districts traditionally have boundaries that include the parcels in a subdivision and
those parcel owners are charged an assessment each year on their property tax bill. The
assessment is collected by the County and given to the City to offset the yearly costs of
maintenance of the park/open space. She noted the City of Morro Bay has been involved
with three Landscaping and Lighting Maintenance Assessment Districts, which include
Bayshore Bluffs, North Point and The Cloisters Subdivisions.
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REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 24, 1997
• Ms. Lueker made the following recommendations to the City Council: 1) review report
and determine philosophy of landscaping and lighting maintenance assessment districts
for the current districts and determine a direction for future projects; 2) review concept of
a city-wide assessment district; and 3) continue the existing assessment districts until a
funding mechanism can be located.
MOTION: Councilmember Anderson moved the City Council approve the
maintenance of the existing Landscaping and Lighting Maintenance
Assessment Districts be continued until a funding mechanism can be
located that would neither impact the Recreation and Parks Department
General Fund nor place the responsibility of fiscal support of the two
newest parks (North Point and The Cloisters) on the existing property
owners in Morro Bay. The motion was seconded by Councilmember
Peters.
Council deliberated the motion on the floor.
MOTION: Councilmember Elliott called for the question. The motion was seconded
by Councilmember Peirce and carried unanimously. (5-0)
• VOTE: The motion failed with Councilmember Elliott, Councilmember Peirce
and Mayor Novak voting no. (2-3)
MOTION: Councilmember Elliott moved the City Council direct staff to further
investigate assessment districts, and return with a more comprehensive
report in February 1998. The motion was seconded by Councilmember
Peirce and carried with Councilmember Anderson and Councilmember
Peters voting no. (3-2)
Mayor Novak called for a break at 9:00 p.m.; the meeting resumed at 9:08 p.m.
D. NEW BUSINESS
(This item was heard prior to Item C-1)
D-1 PRESENTATION OF ANNUAL AUDIT REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR
1996/97; (KOSER)
Finance Director Jim Koser reviewed and recommended the City Council approve the
Annual Audit Report for Fiscal Year 1996/97.
• Council received a presentation by Mike Butcher of Butcher & Chambers whose firm
performed the audit of the City's books of account.
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MOTION: Councilmember Peirce moved the City Council approve the Annual Audit
Report for Fiscal Year 1996/97. The motion was seconded by
Councilmember Elliott and carried unanimously. (5-0)
D-2 RESOLUTION NO. 83-97 APPROVING HARBOR DEPARTMENT RULES
AND REGULATIONS; (ALGERT)
Harbor Director Rick Algert reviewed the proposed revisions to the Harbor Department
Rules and Regulations and recommended the City Council approve these revisions by
adoption of Resolution No. 83-97.
MOTION: Councilmember Peters moved the City Council adopt Resolution No. 83-
97 approving the Harbor Department Rules and Regulations. The motion
was seconded by Councilmember Peirce and carried unanimously. (5-0)
D-3 CONSIDERATION OF TRAVELER'S ADVISORY RADIO; (LOVEN)
Police Chief Joe Loven reported as a result of the concerns and discussions for both
emergency preparedness due to the forecasted El Nino, and the City's interest in
increasing the communications with motorists and tourists passing through the City of
• Morro Bay, an interest has been expressed to consider the purchase of a city -owned
Travelers Advisory Radio System. He noted estimates for the purchase and installation
of a travelers radio station would be approximately $12,000, with minimal on -going
operational and maintenance costs. Chief Loven recommended the City Council consider
the purchase of a Traveler's Advisory Radio System that can serve both the
visitors/tourist industry of the City along with the residents of the City as an emergency
broadcast system.
Councilmember Peirce requested this item be agendized, and reviewed the benefits this
would serve to the City.
Council consensus was to approve the purchase of a Traveler's Advisory Radio System
after the completion of the 1998/99 budget review, or sooner if funding is located.
F. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 9:45 p.m.
Recorded by:
• Bridgett Bauer
City Clerk
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City of Morro Bay
a City Council Agenda
Mission Statement
The City of Mono Bay is dedicated to the preservation and enhancement of the quality of life. The City shall
be committed to this purpose and will provide a level of municipal service and safety consistent with
and responsive to the needs of the public.
REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 10, 1997
VETERANS MEMORIAL HALL - 6:00 P.M.
209 SURF ST., MORRO BAY, CA
ESTABLISH QUORUM AND CALL TO ORDER
PRAYER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBERS ANNOUNCEMENTS & PRESENTATIONS
CLOSED SESSION REPORT
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD - Members of the audience wishing to address the Council
on City business matters (other than Public Hearing items under Section B) may do so at this
• time.
To increase the effectiveness of the Public Comment Period, the following rules shall be
followed:
When recognized by the Mayor, please come forward to the podium and state your
name and address for the record. Comments are to be limited to three minutes.
• All remarks shall be addressed to Council, as a whole, and not to any individual
member thereof.
• No person shall be permitted to make slanderous, profane or personal remarks against
any elected official, commission and/or staff.
COUNCIL DECLARATION OF FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
A. CONSENT CALENDAR
Unless an item is pulled for separate action by the City Council, the following actions are
approved without discussion.
A-1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF
OCTOBER 27, 1997; (BAUER)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as submitted.
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A-2 RESOLUTION NO. 77-97 APPROVING FIRE DEPARTMENT AUTOMATIC AID
• AGREEMENTS WITH THE CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF FORESTRY AND
SOUTH BAY FIRE DEPARTKMENT; (JONES)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution No. 77-97 authorizing Fire Department
Automatic Aid Agreements with CDF and South Bay Fire Dept.
A-3 RESOLUTION NO. 75-97 ACCEPTING OFFER OF DEDICATION - 998
EMBARCADERO/ WAVELENGTHS - HISCHIER, OWNER; (BOUCHER)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution No. 75-97 accepting the offer of
dedication for public street sidewalk purposes.
A-4 RESOLUTION NO. 78-97 AWARDING 6.48 WATER EQUIVALENCY UNITS
FROM THE CITY'S RETROFIT BANK AT THE REQUEST OF PEOPLES' SELF
HELP HOUSING CORPORATION FOR 12 APARTMENT UNITS; (NAUMAN)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution No. 78-97 awarding 6.48 water
equivalency units from the retrofit program "bank" to PSHHC for the
construction of 12 apartment units, affordable to low income families at 375
Sequoia Street.
• A-5 REJECTION OF CLAIM AGAINST THE CITY - PHILLIPS; (DAVIS)
RECOMMENDATION: Reject the claim.
B. PUBLIC HEARINGS. REPORTS & APPEARANCES
B-1 APPROVAL OF URGENCY ORDINANCE NO. 464 TEMPORARILY
RESTRICTING TWO-STORY CONSTRUCTION, ROOF DECKS AND
MANUFACTURING HOUSING IN THE BEACH TRACT; (NAUMAN)
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Ordinance No. 464 extending the interim ordinance
prohibiting two-story construction, including roof decks, on properties located in
the Beach Tracts (west of Highway 1 and north of Azure Street).
C. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
C-1 CONSIDERATION OF HIRING A CONSULTANT TO ANALYZE THE SONIC
FRANCHISE ASSIGNMENT TO CHARTER COMMUNICATIONS; (BOUCHER)
RECOMMENDATION: Authorize hiring a consultant to analyze the transfer
• application documentation from Charter Communications for the assignment of
the Cable Television Franchise.
• C-2 CONSIDERATION OF PUBLIC TREE REMOVAL POLICY AND FUNDING;
(BOUCHER)
RECOMMENDATION: Consider policy and direct staff accordingly.
C-3 ORDINANCE NO. 462 AMENDING AND ADOPTING CERTAIN SECTIONS OF
THE MORRO BAY MUNICIPAL CODE REGULATING ALCOHOLIC
BEVERAGES ON PUBLIC PROPERTY - SECOND READING/ADOPTION;
(LOVEN)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve second reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 462.
C-4 ORDINANCE NO. 463 REVISING ORDINANCES 116, 124, 259, 308 AND
CHAPTER 10.32 OF THE MORRO BAY MUNICIPAL CODE TO MODIFY THE
STATE SPEED LIMIT ON CERTAIN STREETS - SECOND
READING/ADOPTION; (BOUCHER)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve second reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 463.
D. NEW BUSINESS
• D-1 CONSIDERATION OF RESTORATION OF TWO-WAY TRAFFIC ON
MONTEREY AVENUE AND MORRO BAY BOULEVARD; (BOUCHER)
RECOMMENDATION: Consider this item and direct staff accordingly.
D-2 RESOLUTION NO. 76-97 AUTHORIZING SUBMISSION OF SURFACE
TRANSPORTATION PROGRAM FUNDING APPLICATIONS FOR QUINTANA
ROAD BIKEWAY, HIGH SCHOOL BIKEWAY AND ROUNDABOUT STUDY
PROJECTS; (BOUCHER)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution No. 76-97 authorizing submission of STP
funding applications for the Quintana Road bikeway, high school bikeway and
roundabout study projects.
E. ADJOURNMENT
THIS AGENDA IS SUBJECT TO AMENDMENT UP TO 72 HOURS PRIOR TO THE DATE AND TIME
SET FOR THE MEETING. PLEASE REFER TO THE AGENDA POSTED AT CITY HALL FOR ANY
REVISIONS OR CALL THE CLERK'S OFFICE AT 772-6200 FOR FURTHER INFORMATION.
COPIES OF STAFF REPORTS OR OTHER PUBLIC DOCUMENTATION RELATING TO EACH ITEM
OF BUSINESS REFERRED TO ON THIS AGENDA ARE ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CITY
. CLERK AND AVAILABLE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION AND REPRODUCTION AT COST AT CITY
HALL, LIBRARY, AND MILLS STATIONERY.
IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, IF YOU NEED SPECIAL
ASSISTANCE TO PARTICIPATE IN A CITY MEETING, PLEASE CONTACT THE CITY CLERK'S
OFFICE AT LEAST 24 HOURS PRIOR TO THE MEETING TO INSURE THAT REASONABLE
ARRANGEMENTS CAN BE MADE TO PROVIDE ACCESSIBILITY TO THE MEETING.
• MINUTES - MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 10, 1997
VETERANS MEMORIAL HALL - 6:00 P.M.
Mayor Novak called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
ESTABLISH QUORUM AND CALL TO ORDER
PRAYER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
MAYOR'S REPORTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
CLOSED SESSION REPORT - City Manager Dave Howell reported the City Council
adjourned to Closed Session at their October 27, 1997 meeting. At that time, the City
Council directed the City Manager to enter into negotiations in order to settle the
Worker's Compensation claim filed by Joseph Simas.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Bob Dockerty, American Star Tours, addressed the advertisement of a touring competitor
in the City's "Tide" Publication.
• Lionel Johnston addressed the diseased pine trees in the City and made suggestions on
their maintenance, and noted other native trees that would grow well in the City.
The following people spoke in opposition to Ordinance No. 462 regulating alcoholic
beverages on public property: Sherry Childers, Jim Ross, Dan Healy, and Jim Childers.
Lynda Merrill requested the City consider publishing the Closed Session agenda for
public awareness. She also noted the regulation of alcohol in public places is used by
other agencies and expressed support for the adoption of Ordinance No. 462.
Leabah Winter, Recreation & Parks Commissioner and member of the Estero Bay Youth
Coalition, stated Ordinance No. 462 is supported by both the Commission and Youth
Coalition in order to keep alcohol away from kids.
Neil Farrell noted a meeting is scheduled for Thursday, November 13th at 6:00 p.m. at
Two Dogs Coffee Shop to discuss the proposed pocket park.
Steve Mathieu addressed Item C-1 (Consideration of Hiring a Consultant to Analyze the
Sonic Franchise Assignment to Charter Communications) and requested that members of
the community have input during negotiations on necessary equipment needed in the
production of City meetings.
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MINUTES - MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 10, 1997
• A. CONSENT CALENDAR
Unless an item is pulled for separate action by the City Council, the following actions are
approved without discussion.
A-1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
OF OCTOBER 27, 1997; (BAUER)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as submitted.
A-2 RESOLUTION NO. 77-97 APPROVING FIRE DEPARTMENT AUTOMATIC
AID AGREEMENTS WITH THE CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF
FORESTRY AND SOUTH BAY FIRE DEPARTKMENT; (JONES)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution No. 77-97 authorizing Fire
Department Automatic Aid Agreements with CDF and South Bay Fire Dept.
A-3 RESOLUTION NO. 75-97 ACCEPTING OFFER OF DEDICATION - 998
EMBARCADERO/ WAVELENGTHS - HISCHIER, OWNER; (BOUCHER)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution No. 75-97 accepting the offer of
• dedication for public street sidewalk purposes.
is
A-4 RESOLUTION NO. 78-97 AWARDING 6.48 WATER EQUIVALENCY UNITS
FROM THE CITY'S RETROFIT BANK AT THE REQUEST OF PEOPLES'
SELF HELP HOUSING CORPORATION FOR 12 APARTMENT UNITS;
(NAUMAN)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution No. 78-97 awarding 6.48 water
equivalency units from the retrofit program "bank" to PSHHC for the
construction of 12 apartment units, affordable to low income families at 375
Sequoia Street.
A-5 REJECTION OF CLAIM AGAINST THE CITY - PHILLIPS; (DAVIS)
RECOMMENDATION: Reject the claim.
Councilmember Anderson pulled Item A-3 from the Consent Calendar.
MOTION: Councilmember Peirce moved the City Council approve the Consent
Calendar with the exception of Item A-3. The motion was seconded by
Councilmember Elliott and carried unanimously. (5-0)
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REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 10, 1997
A-3 RESOLUTION NO. 75-97 ACCEPTING OFFER OF DEDICATION - 998
EMBARCADERO/ WAVELENGTHS - HISCHIER, OWNER; (BOUCHER)
Councilmember Anderson stated he will be stepping down on the decision of this item
due to a conflict of interest being his business is across the street from this business.
MOTION: Councilmember Peters moved the City Council approve Resolution No.
75-97 accepting the Offer of Dedication at 998 Embarcadero. The motion
was seconded by Councilmember Peirce and carried with Councilmember
Anderson abstaining due to a conflict of interest. (4-0-1)
B. PUBLIC HEARINGS. REPORTS & APPEARANCES
B-1 APPROVAL OF URGENCY ORDINANCE NO. 464 TEMPORARILY
RESTRICTING TWO-STORY CONSTRUCTION, ROOF DECKS AND
MANUFACTURING HOUSING IN THE BEACH TRACT; (NAUMAN)
Acting Planning Director Shauna Nauman recommended the City Council adopt
Ordinance No. 464 extending the interim ordinance prohibiting two-story construction,
• including roof decks, on properties located in the Beach Tracts (west of Highway 1 and
north of Azure Street) as discussed by the City Council at their October 27th meeting.
Mayor Novak opened the hearing for public comment.
Art Stansbury and Leabah Winter thanked Council for their efforts in the adoption of this
ordinance.
John Barta, Planning Commissioner, requested Council enact this ordinance to allow the
Planning Commission time to review the issue.
Mayor Novak closed the public comment hearing.
MOTION: Councilmember Anderson moved the City Council approve the second
reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 464 extending the interim
ordinance prohibiting two-story construction, including roof decks, on
properties located in the Beach Tracts (west of Highway 1 and north of
Azure Street). The motion was seconded by Councilmember Peirce and
carried unanimously. (5-0)
City Manager Dave Howell read Ordinance No. 464 by title and number only.
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MINUTES - MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 10, 1997
• C. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
C-1 CONSIDERATION OF HIRING A CONSULTANT TO ANALYZE THE
SONIC FRANCHISE ASSIGNMENT TO CHARTER COMMUNICATIONS;
(BOUCHER)
Administrative Assistant Janeen Burlingame stated on August 19, 1997, Sonic Cable
Television of San Luis Obispo entered into a contract with Charter Communications to
sell those assets which comprise the franchise to operate a cable television system within
the City of Morro Bay. Mono Bay Municipal Code Section 3.50.350(A) requires that
Charter Communications must agree in writing to comply with all provisions of the
ordinance and franchise agreement and establish to the satisfaction of the grantor its
financial and technical capability. In order to meet these requirements, Ms. Burlingame
recommended the City Council authorize hiring a consultant to analyze the transfer
application documentation from Charter Communications for the assignment of the Cable
Television Franchise.
MOTION: Councilmember Peters moved the City Council authorize staff to hire a
consultant to analyze the transfer application documentation from Charter
Communications for the assignment of the Cable Television Franchise;
also with direction that in the proposed franchise agreement, the addition
• that the cable company will pay for future consultant expenses; and
approve the formation of an Ad -Hoc Committee to include Council
representation of Councilmember Peirce and Councilmember Peters, to
assist in the review of this transfer application documentation. The motion
was seconded by Councilmember Peirce and carried with Councilmember
Elliott voting no. (4-1)
(Addition to motion made by Councilmember Peters and approved by Council on 11/24/97).
C-2 CONSIDERATION OF PUBLIC TREE REMOVAL POLICY AND FUNDING;
(BOUCHER)
Public Works Director Bill Boucher stated for the last several years, pine pitch canker has
spread through the community's Monterey Pine urban forest, killing or severely
impacting dozens of large, mature trees on both public and private lands. He noted the
Public Works Department has maintained a list of the public trees within the City, of
which are dead or severely diseased, and are candidates for removal due to safety
considerations. Mr. Boucher stated there are no monies in the current fiscal year budget
for removal of these trees and requested the City Council consider the tree removal policy
and direct staff accordingly.
This item was requested to be placed on the agenda by Councilmember Peters. She
• shared the following suggestions for Council's review, and stated she would like to find a
creative way to resolve this problem in order to remove the danger element from the
affected homes:
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REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 10, 1997
• 1) Have the property owners remove the trees endangering their homes, with City
permission, and allow for a partial or full reimbursement to the property owners
for the removal of the public right-of-way trees;
2) Prune the diseased trees in order to eliminate eminent danger, and plant vines
along the trunks; and/or
3) Contact tree removal businesses and see if the City can obtain a break in cost to
contract for the removal of the 43 listed trees.
City Attorney Rob Shultz did not recommend allowing private property owners to
remove public right-of-way trees due to City liability.
Mayor Novak suggested Council direct staff to contact local agencies (California
Conservation Corps/California Department of Forestry/County of San Luis Obispo)
regarding assistance in the removal of the listed trees. Council concurred and requested
staff provide a follow-up report to Council noting the options and costs as soon as
possible.
Mayor Novak called for a break at 8:02 p.m.; the meeting resumed at 8:12 p.m.
C-3 ORDINANCE NO. 462 AMENDING AND ADOPTING CERTAIN SECTIONS
OF THE MORRO BAY MUNICIPAL CODE REGULATING ALCOHOLIC
• BEVERAGES ON PUBLIC PROPERTY - SECOND READING/ADOPTION;
(LOVEN)
•
City Manager Dave Howell recommended the City Council approve the second reading
and adoption of Ordinance No. 462.
MOTION: Councilmember Anderson moved the City Council approve the second
reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 462 adopting certain sections of
the Morro Bay Municipal Code regulating alcoholic beverages on public
property. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Peters and carried
unanimously. (5-0)
City Manager Dave Howell read Ordinance No. 462 by title and number only.
C-4 ORDINANCE NO. 463 REVISING ORDINANCES 116, 124, 259, 308 AND
CHAPTER 10.32 OF THE MORRO BAY MUNICIPAL CODE TO MODIFY
THE STATE SPEED LIMIT ON CERTAIN STREETS - SECOND
READING/ADOPTION; (BOUCHER)
Public Works Director Bill Boucher recommended the City Council approve the second
reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 463.
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REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 10, 1997
• MOTION: Councilmember Elliott moved the City Council approve the second
reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 463 revising Ordinance Nos. 116,
124, 259, 308 and Chapter 10.32 of the Morro Bay Municipal Code to
modify the State speed limit on certain streets. The motion was seconded
by Councilmember Peters and carried unanimously. (5-0)
City Manager Dave Howell read Ordinance No. 463 by title and number only.
D. NEW BUSINESS
D-1 CONSIDERATION OF RESTORATION OF TWO-WAY TRAFFIC ON
MONTEREY AVENUE AND MORRO BAY BOULEVARD; (BOUCHER)
Public Works Director Bill Boucher reviewed the restoration of two-way traffic on
Monterey Avenue and Morro Bay Boulevard between Pacific and Harbor Streets which
would cost $4,000 to remove existing one-way and angle parking delineation and install
two-way markings. He requested Council discuss and direct staff accordingly.
Council requested staff return to Council with a resolution restoring the two-way traffic
on Monterey Avenue and Morro Bay Boulevard between Pacific and Harbor Streets with
cost alternatives.
• D-2 RESOLUTION NO. 76-97 AUTHORIZING SUBMISSION OF SURFACE
TRANSPORTATION PROGRAM (STP) FUNDING APPLICATIONS FOR
QUINTANA ROAD BIKEWAY, HIGH SCHOOL BIKEWAY AND
ROUNDABOUT STUDY PROJECTS; (BOUCHER)
Public Works Director Bill Boucher stated the programming cycle for the 1998/1999
through 2002/2003 fiscal years has begun with the submission of funding applications for
the amount of $3,057,712 are available and funding applications were due October 22,
1997. He recommended Council approve Resolution No. 76-97 authorizing submission
of STP funding applications for the Quintana Road bikeway, high school bikeway and
roundabout study project.
MOTION: Councilmember Peters moved the City Council approve Resolution No.
76-97 authorizing submission of STP funding applications for the
Quintana Road bikeway, high school bikeway and roundabout study
project. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Peirce and carved
unanimously. (5-0)
F. ADJOURNMENT - The meeting adjourned at 8:55 p.m.
• Recorded by-
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City Cler
City of Morro Bay
City Council Agenda
Mission statement
The City of Morro Bay is dedicated to the preservation and enhancement of the quality of life. 77w City shall
be committed to this purpose and will provide a heel of municipal service and safety consistent vrith
and responsive to the needs of the public.
REGULAR MEETING - OCTOBER 27,1997; 5:00 P.M.
CLOSED SESSION - OCTOBER 27,1997
CITY HALL CONFERENCE ROOM - 5:00 P.M.
595 HARBOR ST., MORRO BAY, CA
CS-1 GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9(A); CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL
COUNSEL REGARDING PENDING LITIGATION
• STATUS REPORT ON ALL PENDING LITIGATION. THIS IS A REPORT ON
STATUS AND NO ACTION MAY BE TAKEN ON ANY MATTER NOT
SPECIFICALLY LISTED. COUNCIL MAY REQUEST A SPECIFIC MATTER BE
• AGENDIZED IN THE FUTURE FOR ACTION.
CS-2 GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9(B). CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL
COUNSEL DUE TO SIGNIFICANT EXPOSURE TO LITIGATION
• SIGNIFICANT EXPOSURE TO LITIGATION EXISTS BASED UPON EXISTING
FACTS AND THE ADVICE OF LEGAL COUNSEL AS TO TWO (2) MATTERS:
A. CRAIG DONVILLE CLAIM ARISING OUT OF AN AUTOMOBILE ACCIDENT
ON SOUTH BAY BOULEVARD IN FEBRUARY OF 1997.
B. SAN LUIS COASTAL UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT'S ASSERTION OF A
RIGHT TO WHEEL WATER THROUGH THE CITY'S WATER DISTRIBUTION
SYSTEM AND ITS THREAT OF LITIGATION REGARDING THE SAME.
CS-3 GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54957; PERSONNEL ISSUES
• DISCUSSIONS REGARDING PERSONNEL ISSUES INCLUDING ONE (1)
PUBLIC EMPLOYEE REGARDING DISCIPLINEIRELEASEIEVALUATION,
SPECIFICALLY CONSIDERATION OF APPOINTING A SUCCESSOR CITY
MANAGER.
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• CS-4 GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54957.6: CONFERENCE WITH LABOR
NEGOTIATOR
• CONFERENCE WITH CITY MANAGER, THE CITY'S DESIGNATED
REPRESENTATIVE, FOR THE PURPOSE OF REVIEWING THE CITY'S
POSITION REGARDING SALARIES, SALARY SCHEDULES, OR
COMPENSATION PAID IN THE FORM OF FRINGE BENEFITS, AND GIVING
INSTRUCTIONS TO THE DESIGNATED REPRESENTATIVE, IN
PREPARATION FOR NEGOTIATIONS OF RENEWAL OF ALL LABOR
M.O.U.'S.
PUBLIC SESSION - OCTOBER 27,1997
VETERANS MEMORIAL HALL - 6:00 P.M.
209 SURF ST., MORRO BAY, CA
ESTABLISH QUORUM AND CALL TO ORDER
PRAYER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
• THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBERS ANNOUNCEMENTS & PRESENTATIONS
CLOSED SESSION REPORT
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD - Members of the audience wishing to address the Council
on City business matters (other than Public Hearing items under Section B) may do so at this
time.
To increase the effectiveness of the Public Comment Period, the following rules shall be
followed:
• When recognized by the Mayor, please come forward to the podium and state your
name and address for the record. Comments are to be limited to three minutes.
• All remarks shall be addressed to Council, as a whole, and not to any individual
member thereof.
• No person shall be permitted to make slanderous, profane or personal remarks against
any elected official, commission and/or staff.
COUNCIL DECLARATION OF FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
A. CONSENT CALENDAR
Unless an item is pulled for separate action by the City Council, the following actions are
• approved without discussion.
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• A-1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF
SEPTEMBER 22, 1997; (BAUER)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as submitted.
A-2 STATEMENT OF CASH AND INVESTMENTS-SEPTEMBER 1997; (KOSER)
RECOMMENDATION: Receive for information.
A-3 EXPENDITURE REPORT - SEPTEMBER 1997; (KOSER)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as submitted.
A-4 RESOLUTION NO. 73-97 AUTHORIZING INCREASED CREDIT LINE AND
USE OF CITY CREDIT CARDS; (KOSER)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution No. 73-97.
A-5 RESOLUTION NO. 71-97 TO ACQUIRE FEDERAL SURPLUS PROPERTY;
(KOSER)
• RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution No. 71-97 authorizing the City to
participate in the California State Agency for surplus property program.
A-6 APPROVAL OF MARINA SQUARE PARKING IN -LIEU PAYMENT PLAN
CONTRACT; (KOSER)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve the contract between the City of Morro Bay and
Morro Bay Marina.
A-7 AUTHORIZATION TO INITIATE A De MINIMIS AMENDMENT TO THE
LOCAL COASTAL PLAN AND ZONING ORDINANCE INCLUDING
STANDARDS FOR THE S.2A OVERLAY STANDARDS TO LIMIT
RESIDENCES TO ONE STORY; (NAUMAN)
RECOMMENDATION: Authorize staff to initiate three Zoning Ordinance
amendments as de minimis requests to amend the City's Local Coastal Program.
A-8 AMENDMENT TO LICENSE AGREEMENT ON SYLVESTER'S TUG SERVICE
FOR BERTHING TUGS AT THE NORTH T-PIER; (ALGERT)
RECOMMENDATION: Authorize the Mayor to execute an amendment to the license
agreement with Sylvester's Tug Service for berthing of one vessel at the North T-
• Pier.
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A-9 RESOLUTION NO. 72-97 AUTHORIZING ASSIGNMENT OF LEASE
• AGREEMENT FOR LEASE SITE 65-66/65W-66W; (ALGERT)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution No. 72-97 authorizing assignment of the
lease agreement for Lease Site 65-66/65W-66W from James and Beverly Maul to
Abba and Kristen Imani.
A-10 REJECTION OF CLAIM AGAINST THE CITY - BLACKBURN; (DAVIS)
RECOMMENDATION: Reject claim.
A-11 PROCLAMATION DECLARING OCTOBER 23-31, 1997 AS "RED RIBBON
WEEK'; (LOVEN)
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt proclamation.
A-12 RESOLUTION NO. 74-97 OPPOSING PROPOSED REDUCTION IN QUOTAS
FOR TRAWL FISHING; (ALGERT)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution No. 74-97 recommending the Pacific
Fisheries Management Council eliminate the proposed new monthly trawl
fishing quotas.
• B. PUBLIC HEARINGS REPORTS & APPEARANCES
•
B-1 PRESENTATION ON FEASIBILITY OF ROUNDABOUT AT MORRO BAY
BOULEVARD/HIGHWAY ONE/QUINTANA ROAD - THIS ITEM HAS BEEN
PULLED FROM THE AGENDA.
B-2 ORDINANCE NO. 462 AMENDING AND ADOPTING CERTAIN SECTIONS OF
THE MORRO BAY MUNICIPAL CODE REGULATING ALCOHOLIC
BEVERAGES ON PUBLIC PROPERTY -FIRST READING/INTRODUCTION;
(LOVEN)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve first reading and introduction of Ordinance No. 462.
B-3 ORDINANCE NO. 463 REVISING ORDINANCE NOS. 116, 124, 259, 308 AND
CHAPTER 10.32 OF THE MORRO BAY MUNICIPAL CODE TO MODIFY THE
STATE SPEED LIMIT ON CERTAIN STREETS -FIRST
READING/INTRODUCTION; (BOUCHER)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve first reading and introduction of Ordinance No. 463.
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• C. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
C-1 REVIEW OF LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT
DISTRICTS AND CITY-WIDE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT CONCEPT; (LUEKER)
- CONTINUED TO THE NOVEMBER 24,1997 CITY COUNCIL MEETING.
D. NEW BUSINESS
D-1 REVIEW OF DRAFT REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR VIDEO PRODUCTION
SERVICES FOR CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS; (BOUCHER)
RECOMMENDATION: 1) Review draft Request for Proposals and contract for Video
Production Services and approve for dissemination on October 28, 1997; 2)
Review the Special Event criteria for broadcast on Channel 54; and 3) Authorize
re -commencement of negotiations with Sonic Cable.
D-2 CONSIDERATION OF PUBLIC TREE REMOVAL POLICY AND FUNDING;
(BOUCHER)
RECOMMENDATION: Consider policy and direct staff accordingly.
• D-3 CONSIDERATION REGARDING THE REORGANIZATION OF THE PUBLIC
WORKS AND PLANNINGIBUILDING DEPARTMENTS;(HOWELL)
RECOMMENDATION: Discuss and consider the ramifications of combining these
departments under one Department Head.
E. ADJOURNMENT
THIS AGENDA IS SUBJECT TO AMENDMENT UP TO 72 HOURS PRIOR TO THE DATE AND
TIME SET FOR THE MEETING. PLEASE REFER TO THE AGENDA POSTED AT CITY HALL
FOR ANY REVISIONS OR CALL THE CLERK'S OFFICE AT 772-6200 FOR FURTHER
INFORMATION.
COPIES OF STAFF REPORTS OR OTHER PUBLIC DOCUMENTATION RELATING TO EACH
ITEM OF BUSINESS REFERRED TO ON THIS AGENDA ARE ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE
CITY CLERK AND AVAILABLE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION AND REPRODUCTION AT COST AT
CITY HALL, LIBRARY, AND MILLS STATIONERY.
IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, IF YOU NEED SPECIAL
ASSISTANCE TO PARTICIPATE IN A CITY MEETING, PLEASE CONTACT THE CITY CLERK'S
OFFICE AT LEAST 24 HOURS PRIOR TO THE MEETING TO INSURE THAT REASONABLE
• ARRANGEMENTS CAN BE MADE TO PROVIDE ACCESSIBILITY TO THE MEETING.
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• MINUTES - MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL
CLOSED SESSION - OCTOBER 27, 1997
CITY HALL CONFERENCE ROOM - 5:00 P.M.
Mayor Novak called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m
PRESENT: Cathy Novak
Mayor
Rodger Anderson
Councilmember
Dave Elliott
Councilmember
William Peirce
Councilmember
Janice Peters
Councilmember
STAFF: Dave Howell
City Manager
David Hunt
City Attorney
CLOSED SESSION
MOTION: Councilmember Peirce moved the meeting be adjourned to Closed
Session. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Peters and
unanimously carried. (5-0)
• Mayor Novak read the Closed Session statement.
CS-1 GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9(A); CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL
COUNSEL REGARDING PENDING LITIGATION
• STATUS REPORT ON ALL PENDING LITIGATION. THIS IS A REPORT ON
STATUS AND NO ACTION MAY BE TAKEN ON ANY MATTER NOT
SPECIFICALLY LISTED. COUNCIL MAY REQUEST A SPECIFIC MATTER
BE AGENDIZED IN THE FUTURE FOR ACTION.
CS-2 GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9(13); CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL
COUNSEL DUE TO SIGNIFICANT EXPOSURE TO LITIGATION
• SIGNIFICANT EXPOSURE TO LITIGATION EXISTS BASED UPON
EXISTING FACTS AND THE ADVICE OF LEGAL COUNSEL AS TO TWO
(2) MATTERS:
A. CRAIG DONVILLE CLAIM ARISING OUT OF AN AUTOMOBILE
ACCIDENT ON SOUTH BAY BOULEVARD IN FEBRUARY OF 1997.
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• B. SAN LUIS COASTAL UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT'S ASSERTION OF A
RIGHT TO WHEEL WATER THROUGH THE CITY'S WATER
DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM AND ITS THREAT OF LITIGATION
REGARDING THE SAME.
CS-3 GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54957: PERSONNEL ISSUES
• DISCUSSIONS REGARDING PERSONNEL ISSUES INCLUDING ONE (1)
PUBLIC EMPLOYEE REGARDING DISCIPLINE/RELEASE/EVALUATION,
SPECIFICALLY CONSIDERATION OF APPOINTING A SUCCESSOR CITY
MANAGER.
CS-4 GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54957.6• CONFERENCE WITH LABOR
NEGOTIATOR
• CONFERENCE WITH CITY MANAGER, THE CITY'S DESIGNATED
REPRESENTATIVE, FOR THE PURPOSE OF REVIEWING THE CITY'S
POSITION REGARDING SALARIES, SALARY SCHEDULES, OR
COMPENSATION PAID IN THE FORM OF FRINGE BENEFITS, AND
GIVING INSTRUCTIONS TO THE DESIGNATED REPRESENTATIVE, IN
• PREPARATION FOR NEGOTIATIONS OF RENEWAL OF ALL LABOR
M.O.U.'S.
The meeting adjourned to Closed Session at 5:00 p.m. and returned to regular session at
5:55 p.m.
MOTION: Councilmember Elliott moved the meeting be adjourned. The motion was
seconded by Councilmember Peters and unanimously carried. (5-0)
The meeting adjourned at 5:55 p.m.
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MINUTES - MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING - OCTOBER 27, 1997
VETERANS MEMORIAL HALL - 6:00 P.M.
Mayor Novak called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
ESTABLISH QUORUM AND CALL TO ORDER
PRAYER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
MAYOR'S REPORTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
CLOSED SESSION REPORT - City Attorney David Hunt reported the City Council
took the following action in Closed Session:
1) CS-2(B) - unanimous vote to authorize the City Manager to negotiate a win -win
resolution with the San Luis Coastal Unified School District with regard to water
wheeling through the City's water distribution system so long as there is no adverse
impact on the rate payers in the City.
• 2) CS-3 - unanimous vote to appoint David Cole as City Manager commencing
December 1, 1997.
The City Manager addressed the need for City Council action on the issue of authority to
settle the Joseph Simas Worker's Compensation Claim before the next meeting.
The City Council, by unanimous vote, added Item CS-5 to the Closed Session Agenda to
be discussed under Government Code Section 54956.95 as possible settlement of a
Worker's Compensation claim.
PUBLIC COMMENT
The following people expressed opposition to Item A-7 (Authorization to initiate a de
minimis amendment to the Local Coastal Plan and Zoning Ordinance including standards
for the S.2A overlay standards to limit residences to one story): Art Stansbury, Barbara
Playan, Genevieve Bauble, Monica Olhausen, and Jim Nance.
Bud Zeuschner stated a temporary building moratorium in the beach tract would be in
order to allow staff time to properly address the zoning issues relating to the beach tract.
Mary Phillips gave credit to all the people who assisted in obtaining funding for the
harbor dredging project.
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• Roger Ellis addressed the poor condition of the City's streets which are a hazard to the
public.
John Barta expressed congratulations to the City for the following: 1) in obtaining
funding for the harbor dredging project, 2) in the hire of the new City Manager, and 3) for
the purchase of a surplus modular building. Mr. Barta also noted the importance of how
City issues are published, and how it should be clear and easily understood by the public.
Wally McCray congratulated the City for their efforts in obtaining recent grants, and also
thanked those who have assisted in the City's Adopt -a -Tree Program and their efforts in
maintaining 80 trees in the City.
Ann Patton addressed concern with the combining of the Planning/Building and Public
Works Departments due to the numerous areas related to the two departments, and
requested Council consider the Planning Commission and Public Works Advisory Board
in their deliberations on this merger.
David Burch thanked the City for its efforts in opposing the proposed reduction in quotas
for trawl fishing.
• Steve Mathieu addressed Item D-1 (Review of Draft RFP's for Video Production
Services for City Council Meetings) stating the proposed insurance requirements could
cause broadcasting to be cost prohibitive.
Ed Ewing addressed the proposed reduction in quotas for trawl fishing.
Laree Gruendler stated she lives across the street from where construction is taking place
at the Cloister's property, and noted the heavy equipment being used has caused damage
to the street in front of her property.
Adrian Combs stated he is happy to be a part of Channel 54's volunteers.
DECLARATION OF FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS - None.
A. CONSENT CALENDAR
Unless an item is pulled for separate action by the City Council, the following actions are
approved without discussion.
A-1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
OF SEPTEMBER 22, 1997; (BAUER)
• RECOMMENDATION: Approve as submitted.
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A-2 STATEMENT OF CASH AND INVESTMENTS-SEPTEMBER 1997; (KOSER)
RECOMMENDATION: Receive for information.
A-3 EXPENDITURE REPORT - SEPTEMBER 1997; (KOSER)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as submitted.
A-4 RESOLUTION NO. 73-97 AUTHORIZING INCREASED CREDIT LINE AND
USE OF CITY CREDIT CARDS; (KOSER)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution No. 73-97.
A-5 RESOLUTION NO. 71-97 TO ACQUIRE FEDERAL SURPLUS PROPERTY;
(KOSER)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution No. 71-97 authorizing the City to
participate in the California State Agency for surplus property program.
A-6 APPROVAL OF MARINA SQUARE PARKING IN -LIEU PAYMENT PLAN
• CONTRACT; (KOSER)
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RECOMMENDATION: Approve the contract between the City of Morro Bay and
Morro Bay Marina.
A-7 AUTHORIZATION TO INITIATE A De MINIMIS AMENDMENT TO THE
LOCAL COASTAL PLAN AND ZONING ORDINANCE INCLUDING
STANDARDS FOR THE S.2A OVERLAY STANDARDS TO LIMIT
RESIDENCES TO ONE STORY; (NAUMAN)
RECOMMENDATION: Authorize staff to initiate three Zoning Ordinance
amendments as de minimis requests to amend the City's Local Coastal
Program.
A-8 AMENDMENT TO LICENSE AGREEMENT ON SYLVESTER'S TUG
SERVICE FOR BERTHING TUGS AT THE NORTH T-PIER; (ALGERT)
RECOMMENDATION: Authorize the Mayor to execute an amendment to the
license agreement with Sylvester's Tug Service for berthing of one vessel at
the North T-Pier.
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• A-9 RESOLUTION NO. 72-97 AUTHORIZING ASSIGNMENT OF LEASE
AGREEMENT FOR LEASE SITE 65-66/65W-66W; (ALGERT)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution No. 72-97 authorizing assignment of
the lease agreement for Lease Site 65-66/65W-66W from James and Beverly
Maul to Abba and Kristen Imani.
A-10 REJECTION OF CLAIM AGAINST THE CITY - BLACKBURN; (DAVIS)
RECOMMENDATION: Reject claim.
A-11 PROCLAMATION DECLARING OCTOBER 23-31, 1997 AS "RED RIBBON
WEEK'; (LOVEN)
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt proclamation.
A-12 RESOLUTION NO. 74-97 OPPOSING PROPOSED REDUCTION IN QUOTAS
FOR TRAWL FISHING; (ALGERT)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution No. 74-97 recommending the Pacific
• Fisheries Management Council eliminate the proposed new monthly trawl
fishing quotas.
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Councilmember Peters pulled Items A-4 and A-6 from the Consent Calendar;
Councilmember Peirce pulled Item A-7; and Councilmember Elliott pulled Item A-12.
MOTION: Councilmember Peirce moved the City Council approve the Consent
Calendar with the exception of Items A-4, A-6, A-7, and A-12. The
motion was seconded by Councilmember Peters and carried unanimously.
(5-0)
A-4 RESOLUTION NO. 73-97 AUTHORIZING INCREASED CREDIT LINE AND
USE OF CITY CREDIT CARDS; (KOSER)
Councilmember Peters asked for clarification regarding the internal controls of City
credit card usage.
Finance Director Jim Koser responded the City receives a monthly statement from Mid
State Bank; when received, the City's Accounts Payable Clerk matches the statement
with credit card transaction slips prepared by the credit card users.
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• MOTION: Councilmember Peters moved the City Council approve Resolution No.
73-97 authorizing increased credit line and use of City credit cards. The
motion was seconded by Councilmember Anderson and carried
unanimously. (5-0)
A-6 APPROVAL OF MARINA SQUARE PARKING IN -LIEU PAYMENT PLAN
CONTRACT; (KOSER)
Councilmember Peters asked for clarification on the percentage rate proposed in the staff
report.
Finance Director Jim Koser responded that through negotiations between City staff and
the Marina Square representative, it was found that the 6% interest rate is a reasonable
rate for the duration of the payment plan.
MOTION: Councilmember Peters moved the City Council approve the Marina
Square Parking In -Lieu Payment Plan Contract. The motion was seconded
by Councilmember Peirce and carried unanimously. (5-0)
A-7 AUTHORIZATION TO INITIATE A De MINIMIS AMENDMENT TO THE
isLOCAL COASTAL PLAN AND ZONING ORDINANCE INCLUDING
STANDARDS FOR THE S.2A OVERLAY STANDARDS TO LIMIT
RESIDENCES TO ONE STORY; (NAUMAN)
Councilmember Peirce asked if there are any pending permits in this area? Acting
Planning Director Shauna Nauman was unable to respond at this time.
City Attorney David Hunt clarified CC&R's can be upheld as civil action.
Mayor Novak recommended this item be discussed as a New Business Item; Council
concurred.
MOTION: Councilmember Peirce moved the City Council move Item A-7 under the
New Business Section of this agenda. The motion was seconded by
Councilmember Anderson and carried unanimously. (5-0)
A-12 RESOLUTION NO. 74-97 OPPOSING PROPOSED REDUCTION IN QUOTAS
FOR TRAWL FISHING; (ALGERT)
Councilmember Elliott encouraged citizens to write their local legislators regarding this
issue.
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• MOTION: Councilmember Elliott moved the City Council approve Resolution No.
74-97 opposing the proposed reduction in quotas for trawl fishing. The
motion was seconded by Councilmember Peters and carried unanimously.
(5-0)
Mayor Novak called for a break at 7:22 p.m.; the meeting resumed at 7:42 p.m.
B. PUBLIC HEARINGS REPORTS & APPEARANCES
B-1 PRESENTATION ON FEASIBILITY OF ROUNDABOUT AT MORRO BAY
BOULEVARD/HIGHWAY ONE/QUINTANA ROAD
This item was pulled from the agenda.
B-2 ORDINANCE NO. 462 AMENDING AND ADOPTING CERTAIN SECTIONS
OF THE MORRO BAY MUNICIPAL CODE REGULATING ALCOHOLIC
BEVERAGES ON PUBLIC PROPERTY -FIRST READING/INTRODUCTION;
(LOVEN)
Police Chief Joe Loven introduced and recommended approval of the first reading of
• Ordinance No. 462 containing several revisions to the Morro Bay Municipal Code
regulating the possession and consumption of alcoholic beverages on public property in
the City.
Mayor Novak opened the hearing for public comment.
Charles Palmer asked if there is a provision to obtain a special permit to provide alcohol
on City property for special occasions.
Councilmember Anderson responded such a permit is obtainable through the Recreation
& Parks Department.
John Barta challenged the statement that problematic occurrences happen often; and
noted, this ordinance will cause a responsible individual to be treated as a criminal.
Mary Phillips agreed with Mr. Barta.
Harry Rogers stated these laws are necessary for those who are not model citizens.
Art Stansbury stated these laws are necessary to keep the City clean.
• Mayor Novak closed the public comment hearing.
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MOTION: Councilmember Anderson moved the City Council approve the first
reading and introduction of Ordinance No. 462. The motion was seconded
by Councilmember Elliott and carried with Councilmember Peirce voting
no. (4-1)
City Manager Dave Howell read Ordinance No. 462 by title and number only.
B-3 ORDINANCE NO. 463 REVISING ORDINANCE NOS. 116, 124, 259, 308
AND CHAPTER 10.32 OF THE MORRO BAY MUNICIPAL CODE TO
MODIFY THE STATE SPEED LIMIT ON CERTAIN STREETS -FIRST
READING/INTRODUCTION; (BOUCHER)
Public Works Director Bill Boucher introduced and recommended approval of the first
reading of Ordinance No. 463 revising Ordinance Nos. 116, 124, 259, 308, and Chapter
10.32 of the Morro Bay Municipal Code in order to update the current traffic survey and
modify the state speed limit on certain streets in the City.
Mayor Novak opened the hearing for public comment.
Leabah Winter addressed the speed limit on Highway One.
Mary Phillips stated there is a stretch of highway by San Diego which is 35 mph.
Charles Palmer stated there are a couple of streets in town which are difficult to maintain
at 25 mph.
Mayor Novak closed the public comment hearing.
MOTION: Councilmember Elliott moved the City Council approve the first reading
and introduction of Ordinance No. 463. The motion was seconded by
Councilmember Peters and carried unanimously. (5-0)
City Manager Dave Howell read Ordinance No. 463 by title and number only.
Mayor Novak called for a break at 9:34 p.m.; the meeting resumed at 9:50 p.m.
C. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
C-1 REVIEW OF LANDSCAPING
ASSESSMENT DISTRICTS AND
CONCEPT; (LUEKER)
AND LIGHTING MAINTENANCE
CITY-WIDE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT
• This item was continued to the November 24, 1997 City Council meeting.
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• D. NEW BUSINESS
D-I(a) AUTHORIZATION TO INITIATE A De MINIMIS AMENDMENT TO THE
LOCAL COASTAL PLAN AND ZONING ORDINANCE INCLUDING
STANDARDS FOR THE S.2A OVERLAY STANDARDS TO LIMIT
RESIDENCES TO ONE STORY; (NAUMAN)
Mayor Novak recommended the City Council adopt an urgency ordinance placing a
temporary building moratorium in the beach tract in order to allow staff time to properly
address the zoning issues relating to the beach tract; Council concurred.
MOTION: Councilmember Elliott moved the City Council hereby finds a threat to the
public peace, health, and safety of the residents in the Beach Tracts in the
City of Morro Bay, specifically, those tracts west of State Highway One
and north of Azure Street, and basing Council's action on this immediate
threat, do further ordain that for those Beach Tracts as defined, no further
building permit applications will be accepted for processing of any
improvement which exceeds the requirements of the former S.2A Overlay
as defined under former Morro Bay Municipal Code Section 17.40.050,
prior to the recently enacted amendment. This moratorium shall last for
• thirty (30) days while the City considers returning the regulations for the
S.2 Overlay standards to their previous requirements and contemplates the
adoption of an amendment to its Zoning Ordinance and Local Coastal
Plan. Council further directs staff to bring back, for Council approval, a
formal urgency ordinance within thirty (30) days of this meeting. The
motion was seconded by Councilmember Anderson and carried
unanimously. (5-0)
MOTION: Councilmember Anderson moved the City Council authorize staff to
initiate a de minimis amendment to the Local Coastal Plan and Zoning
Ordinance including standards for the S.2A overlay standards to limit
residences to one-story in the beach tract. The motion was seconded by
Councilmember Elliott and carried unanimously. (5-0)
MOTION: Councilmember Anderson moved the City Council go beyond 11:00 p.m.
in order to continue with the agenda. The motion was seconded by
Councilmember Peters and carried unanimously. (5-0)
D-I(b) REVIEW OF DRAFT REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR VIDEO
PRODUCTION SERVICES FOR CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS; (BOUCHER)
• Administrative Assistant Janeen Burlingame reviewed the draft Request for Proposal
(RFP) for video production services to tape the City's government meetings for broadcast
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• on Channel 54. Ms. Burlingame recommended the City Council 1) review the draft
Request for Proposals and contract for Video Production Services and approve for
dissemination on October 28, 1997; 2) review the special event criteria for broadcast on
Channel 54; and 3) authorize re -commencement of negotiations with Sonic Cable.
Councilmember Peters suggested the City Council form an ad -hoe committee to discuss
negotiations with Sonic Cable; she volunteered to serve on this committee.
MOTION: Councilmember Peters moved the City Council approve the draft Request
for Proposal with the amendments made by Council for dissemination on
October 28, 1997; direct staff to form an ad -hoc committee, to include
herself and Councilmember Peirce, to discuss negotiations with Sonic
Cable; and continue discussion of the special event criteria for broadcast
on Channel 54 to the November 24, 1997 City Council meeting. The
motion was seconded by Councilmember Peirce and carried unanimously.
(5-0)
D-3 CONSIDERATION OF PUBLIC TREE REMOVAL POLICY AND FUNDING;
(BOUCHER)
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D-3 CONSIDERATION REGARDING THE REORGANIZATION OF THE
PUBLIC WORKS AND PLANNINGBUILDING DEPARTMENTS;(HOWELL)
City Manager Dave Howell reviewed the potential reorganization of the Public Works
and Planning/Building Departments, and recommended the City Council discuss and
consider the ramifications of combining these departments under one Department Head.
MOTION: Councilmember Peirce moved the City Council approve the reorganization
of the Planning/Building and Public Works Departments; and authorize
staff to draft a job description for Council approval for a Department
Head/Engineer to manage both departments. The motion was seconded by
Councilmember Peters and carried unanimously. (5-0)
F. ADJOURNMENT - The City Council adjourned to Closed Session at 11:25 p.m
Recorded by:
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City Clerk
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0 NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Morro Bay City Council
will be holding a Special Meeting on Wednesday, October 22, 1997 at
7:00 p.m. to be held at the City Hall Conference Room, 595 Harbor Street,
Morro Bay, California, in order to interview applicants for vacancies on the
Planning Commission and Public Works Advisory Board.
DATED: October 3, 1997
• City of Morro Bay
Special City Council Meeting
Wednesday, October 22,1997, 7:00 pm
City Hall Conference Room
Present: Councilmembers Anderson, Elliott, Peirce, Peters, Mayor Novak
Absent: none
Staff Present: Jim Koser, Acting City Manager
Shauna Nauman, Interim Planning & Building Director
The meeting convened at 7:00 pm
Mayor Novak made opening remarks explaining the purpose of the meeting and the ground rules
for interviews (20 Minute Limit)
The following applicants appeared before the City Council to answer questions and present their
qualifications (in order of appearance):
April R. Ford (Planning Commission applicant)
Gerald D. Luhr (Planning Commission applicant)
• Lee M. Greenawalt (Public Works Advisory Board applicant)
Mary A. Trudeau (P.C. and P.W.A.B. applicant)
Ric Deschler (P.C. and P.W.A.B. applicant)
Interviews were completed at 8:35 pm.
The Mayor discussed whether or not Council deliberations should be videotaped, each member
of the Council stated their preferences on the matter and consensus was to not tape deliberations.
The Council took a short break at 8:40 pm
The meeting reconvened at 8:55 pm
After short discussion, Councilmember Elliott moved that April Ford be appointed to the
Planning Commission and Ric Descheler be appointed to the Public Works Advisory Board to
complete the respective terms of the individuals who had resigned. Councilmember Peters
seconded the motion and it was approved unanimously, without further discussion.
Councilmember Peirce requested that the remaining applicants receive letters thanking them for
their participation and encouraging them to apply again.
The meeting adjourned at 9:06 pm.
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PUBLIC NOTICE
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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Morro Bay City Council has canceled their
regularly scheduled meeting of Monday, October 13, 1997. The next regular meeting will be
held on Monday, October 27, 1997 at 6:00 p.m. in the Veterans Memorial Building, 209 Surf St.,
Mono Bay, CA.
Dated: October 6, 1997
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Ardith Davis, Deputy City Clerk
City of Morro Bay, California
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NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Morro Bay City Council
will be holding a Special Closed Session Meeting on Saturday,
September 27, 1997 at 8:00 a.m. to be held at the Morro Bay Community
Center Senior Lounge, 1001 Kennedy Way, Morro Bay, California in order
to interview candidates for the position of City Manager.
DATED: September 22, 1997
• BRIDGETT 4UER, City Clerk
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• MINUTES - MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL
CLOSED SESSION - SEPTEMBER 27, 1997
COMMUNITY CENTER, SENIOR LOUNGE - 9:00 A.M.
Mayor Novak called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m
PRESENT: Cathy Novak
Mayor
Rodger Anderson
Councilmember
Dave Elliott
Councilmember
William Peirce
Councilmember
Janice Peters
Councilmember
STAFF: Dave Howell
City Manager
CLOSED SESSION
MOTION: Councilmember Peters moved the meeting be adjourned to Closed
Session. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Anderson and
unanimously carried. (5-0)
The City Council conducted interviews for the position of City Manager.
• MOTION: Councilmember Elliott moved the City Council approve to rank Dave
Cole as first candidate for the position of City Manager. The motion was
seconded by Councilmember Anderson and carried unanimously. (5-0)
MOTION: Councilmember Elliott moved the City Council approve to rank Steve
Adams as second candidate for the position of City Manager. The motion
was seconded by Councilmember Anderson and carried with
Councilmember Peters dissenting. (4-1)
MOTION: Councilmember Peirce moved the City Council authorize the City
Manager to perform a background check on Dave Cole. The motion was
seconded by Councilmember Peters and carried unanimously. (5-0)
Council returned to Open Session.
MOTION: Councilmember Elliott moved the meeting be adjourned. The motion was
seconded by Councilmember Anderson and carried unanimously. (5-0)
The meeting adjourned at 6:00 p.m.
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City of Morro Bay
City Council Agenda
Mission Statement
The City of Morro Bay is dedicated to the preservation and enhancement of the quality of life. The City shall
be committed to this purpose and will provide a level of municipal service and safety consistent with
and responsive to the needs of the public.
REGULAR MEETING - SEPTEMBER 22, 1997; 5:00 P.M.
CLOSED SESSION - SEPTEMBER 22, 1997
CITY HALL CONFERENCE ROOM - 5:00 P.M.
595 HARBOR ST., MORRO BAY, CA
CS-1 GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.8, REAL PROPERTY TRANS-
ACTIONS
INSTRUCTING CITY'S REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR REGARDING
THE PRICE AND TERMS OF PAYMENT FOR THE PURCHASE, SALE,
EXCHANGE, OR LEASE OF REAL PROPERTY AS TO THREE (3)
PARCELS
• A. AL JORGE PROPERTY
• PROPERTY: VACANT LOT LOCATED BETWEEN MAIN ST.,
HARBOR ST., MORRO BAY BLVD. AND MONTEREY ST
• NEGOTIATING PARTIES: HARBOR DIRECTOR AND/OR CITY
MANAGER ON BEHALF OF THE CITY; AL JORGE ON BEHALF OF
THE OWNERS
• NEGOTIATIONS: POSSIBLE VOLUNTARY PURCHASE
B. VACANT LOT ACROSS FROM MARINA SQUARE
• PROPERTY: VACANT LOT ACROSS THE STREET FROM MARINA
SQUARE
• NEGOTIATING PARTIES: CITY MANAGER HOWELL; STAN
TRAPP FOR PROPERTY OWNER
• NEGOTIATIONS: POSSIBLE LEASE FOR PARKING LOT
C. NELSON/GARRIS PROPERTY
• PROPERTY: DRIFTWOOD/MAIN/MORRO
• NEGOTIATING PARTIES: CITY MANAGER HOWELL; NELSON/
GARRIS
• NEGOTIATIONS: POSSIBLE VOLUNTARY PURCHASE
IT IS NOTED THAT THE CONTENTS OF CLOSED SESSION MEETINGS ARE
• CONFIDENTIAL AND EXEMPT FROM DISCLOSURE.
PUBLIC SESSION - SEPTEMBER 22, 1997
VETERANS MEMORIAL HALL - 6:00 P.M.
209 SURF ST., MORRO BAY, CA
ESTABLISH QUORUM AND CALL TO ORDER
PRAYER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBERS ANNOUNCEMENTS & PRESENTATIONS
CLOSED SESSION REPORT
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD - Members of the audience wishing to address the
Council on City business matters (other than Public Hearing items under Section B) may
do so at this time.
To increase the effectiveness of the Public Comment Period, the following rules shall be
followed:
• • When recognized by the Mayor, please come forward to the podium and state
your name and address for the record. Comments are to be limited to three
minutes.
• All remarks shall be addressed to Council, as a whole, and not to any individual
member thereof.
• No person shall be permitted to make slanderous, profane or personal remarks
against any elected official, commission and/or staff.
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COUNCIL DECLARATION OF FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
A. CONSENT CALENDAR
Unless an item is pulled for separate action by the City Council, the following actions are
approved without discussion.
A-1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
OF SEPTEMBER 8, 1997; (BAUER)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve minutes as submitted.
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• A-2 STATEMENT OF CASH AND INVESTMENTS - AUGUST 1997; (KOSER)
RECOMMENDATION: Receive for information.
A-3 EXPENDITURE REPORT - AUGUST 1997; (KOSER)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve report as submitted.
A-4 QUARTERLY SALES TAX REPORT; (KOSER)
RECOMMENDATION: Receive report for information.
A-5 REJECTION OF CLAIM AGAINST THE CITY; ZIEGLER; (DAVIS)
RECOMMENDATION: Reject the claim as recommended by City's insurance
adjusters.
A-6 RESOLUTION NO. 68-97 IN SUPPORT OF SB368 FOR PVEA FUNDING
FOR YERBA BUENA STOPLIGHT; (HOWELL)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution No. 68-97; send a copy to Governor
Wilson.
• A-7 RESOLUTION NO. 70-97 PROHIBITING SKATING AND SKATE-
BOARDING AT THE HARBOR FESTIVAL SITE; (LOVEN)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution No. 70-97.
B. PUBLIC HEARINGS, REPORTS & APPEARANCES
B-1 CONSIDERATION OF PUBLIC, EDUCATIONAL AND GOVERNMENT
(PEG) ACCESS ON CHANNEL 54; (BOUCHER)
RECOMMENDATION: Continue broadcasting City Council and Board/
Commission meetings on a contract for services basis, and broadcast Special
Events per the current operating guidelines on a volunteer basis.
B-2 REVIEW OF WATERFRONT MASTER PLAN AND WATER ACCESS
ECONOMICS REPORT; (NAUMAN)
RECOMMENDATION: Discuss the Waterfront Master Plan, consider any
necessary changes, and consider adding the Boating Access Facility
Committee conceptual plan.
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C. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
C-1 REVIEW OF LANDSCAPING
ASSESSMENT DISTRICTS AND
CONCEPT; (LUEKER)
AND LIGHTING MAINTENANCE
CITY-WIDE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT
RECOMMENDATION: 1) determine philosophy of Landscaping and Lighting
Assessment Districts for the current districts and determine a direction for
future projects; 2) review the concept of a city-wide assessment district; and
3) continue the existing Landscaping and Lighting Assessment Districts until
a funding mechanism can be located.
D. NEW BUSINESS
D-1 CONSIDERATION OF TROLLEY PROGRAM AND USE OF THE TROLLEY
FOR HARBOR FESTIVAL; (BOUCHER)
RECOMMENDATION: Consider option to 1) charge Harbor Festival Committee
for use of trolley for the Harbor Festival; or 2) waive the trolley fee and
allocate funds for the operations/maintenance and lost fares by approval of
Resolution No. 69-97.
D-2 STATUS REPORT ON CITY DISTRIBUTION OF STATE WATER;
(BOUCHER)
RECOMMENDATION: Receive report for information.
D-3 DISCUSSION OF CITY DISASTER PREPAREDNESS PLAN; (JONES)
RECOMMENDATION: Receive report and consider increasing the City's ability
to combat the potentially severe effects of the El Nino by approving an
emergency allocation of $16,000 to be used to purchase storm -related
equipment, upgrade the Fire Department's primary communication system,
and direct the Fire Department to conduct a community workshop on winter
storm preparedness.
D-4 RESOLUTION NO. 66-97 APPROVING FINAL APPROPRIATIONS FOR
FISCAL YEAR 1996/97; (KOSER)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution No. 66-97.
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• E. ADJOURNMENT
THIS AGENDA IS SUBJECT TO AMENDMENT UP TO 72 HOURS
PRIOR TO THE DATE AND TIME SET FOR THE MEETING.
PLEASE REFER TO THE AGENDA POSTED AT CITY HALL FOR
ANY REVISIONS OR CALL THE CLERK'S OFFICE AT 772-6200
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION.
COPIES OF STAFF REPORTS OR OTHER PUBLIC
DOCUMENTATION RELATING TO EACH ITEM OF BUSINESS
REFERRED TO ON THIS AGENDA ARE ON FILE IN THE OFFICE
OF THE CITY CLERK AND AVAILABLE FOR PUBLIC
INSPECTION AND REPRODUCTION AT COST AT CITY HALL,
LIBRARY, AND MILLS STATIONERY.
IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES
• ACT, IF YOU NEED SPECIAL ASSISTANCE TO PARTICIPATE IN A
CITY MEETING, PLEASE CONTACT THE CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
AT LEAST 24 HOURS PRIOR TO THE MEETING TO INSURE THAT
REASONABLE ARRANGEMENTS CAN BE MADE TO PROVIDE
ACCESSIBILITY TO THE MEETING.
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CLOSED SESSION - SEPTEMBER 22, 1997
CITY HALL CONFERENCE ROOM - 5:00 P.M.
Mayor Novak called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m.
PRESENT: Cathy Novak Mayor
Rodger Anderson Councilmember
Dave Elliott Councilmember
William Peirce Councilmember
ABSENT: Janice Peters Councilmember
STAFF: Dave Howell City Manager
David Hunt City Attorney
CLOSED SESSION
• MOTION: Councilmember Anderson moved the meeting be adjourned to Closed
Session. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Elliott and
unanimously carried. (4-0)
Mayor Novak read the Closed Session statement.
CS-1 GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.8; REAL PROPERTY TRANS-
ACTIONS
INSTRUCTING CITY'S REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR REGARDING
THE PRICE AND TERMS OF PAYMENT FOR THE PURCHASE, SALE,
EXCHANGE, OR LEASE OF REAL PROPERTY AS TO THREE (3)
PARCELS
A. AL JORGE PROPERTY
• PROPERTY: VACANT LOT LOCATED BETWEEN MAIN ST.,
HARBOR ST., MORRO BAY BLVD. AND MONTEREY ST
• NEGOTIATING PARTIES: HARBOR DIRECTOR AND/OR CITY
MANAGER ON BEHALF OF THE CITY; AL JORGE ON BEHALF OF
THE OWNERS
• NEGOTIATIONS: POSSIBLE VOLUNTARY PURCHASE
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• B. VACANT LOT ACROSS FROM MARINA SQUARE
PROPERTY: VACANT LOT ACROSS THE STREET FROM MARINA
SQUARE
• NEGOTIATING PARTIES: CITY MANAGER HOWELL; STAN
TRAPP FOR PROPERTY OWNER
• NEGOTIATIONS: POSSIBLE LEASE FOR PARKING LOT
C. NELSON/GARRIS PROPERTY
• PROPERTY: DRIFTWOOD/MAIN/MORRO
• NEGOTIATING PARTIES: CITY MANAGER HOWELL; NELSON/
GARRIS
NEGOTIATIONS: POSSIBLE VOLUNTARY PURCHASE
The meeting adjourned to Closed Session at 5:00 p.m. and returned to regular session at
5:50 p.m.
MOTION: Councilmember Anderson moved the meeting be adjourned. The motion
was seconded by Councilmember Elliott and unanimously carried. (4-0)
• The meeting adjourned at 5:50 p.m.
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REGULAR MEETING - SEPTEMBER 22, 1997
VETERANS MEMORIAL HALL - 6:00 P.M.
Mayor Novak called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
ESTABLISH QUORUM AND CALL TO ORDER
PRAYER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
MAYOR'S REPORTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
CLOSED SESSION REPORT - No reportable action taken.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Harry Rogers addressed unfair demands made on growth and development.
Colby Crotzer stated it is growth in knowledge that makes a community grow. He also
noted staff reports from Public Works are based on opinions instead of facts.
• Wendy Mosch, San Luis Obispo Director for CASA/Voices for Children, announced the
annual fundraiser "Kiss the Pig" to assist abused children.
Leabah Winter, Parks & Recreation Commissioner, shared a resolution approved by the
Commission regarding the Cloisters and North Point assessment districts in the City. Ms.
Winter also addressed as a citizen, confusion regarding the State Water staff report.
Janet Gould addressed the Morro Elementary expansion project and encroachment permit
process; she requested this permit be expedited.
Lynda Merrill requested staff not editorialize issues in the staff reports.
Mary Phillips stated assessment districts should be put before the people to voted on. She
also noted all religious entities should be invited for invocation.
Barbara Playan addressed the progress of the Yerba Buena traffic signal.
Public hearing was closed.
DECLARATION OF FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS - None.
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• A. CONSENT CALENDAR
Unless an item is pulled for separate action by the City Council, the following actions are
approved without discussion.
A-1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
OF SEPTEMBER 8, 1997; (BAUER)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve minutes as submitted.
A-2 STATEMENT OF CASH AND INVESTMENTS - AUGUST 1997; (KOSER)
RECOMMENDATION: Receive for information.
A-3 EXPENDITURE REPORT - AUGUST 1997; (KOSER)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve report as submitted.
A-4 QUARTERLY SALES TAX REPORT; (KOSER)
RECOMMENDATION: Receive report for information.
• A-5 REJECTION OF CLAIM AGAINST THE CITY; ZIEGLER; (DAVIS)
RECOMMENDATION: Reject the claim as recommended by City's insurance
adjusters.
A-6 RESOLUTION NO. 68-97 IN SUPPORT OF SB368 FOR PVEA FUNDING
FOR YERBA BUENA STOPLIGHT; (HOWELL)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution No. 68-97; send a copy to Governor
Wilson.
A-7 RESOLUTION NO. 70-97 PROHIBITING SKATING AND SKATE-
BOARDING AT THE HARBOR FESTIVAL SITE; (LOVEN)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution No. 70-97.
Mayor Novak pulled Item A-6 from the Consent Calendar.
MOTION: Councilmember Anderson moved the City Council approve the Consent
Calendar with the exception of Item A-6. The motion was seconded by
Councilmember Peirce and carried unanimously. (5-0)
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A-6 RESOLUTION NO. 68-97 IN SUPPORT OF SB368 FOR PVEA FUNDING
• FOR YERBA BUENA STOPLIGHT; (HOWELL)
Mayor Novak reviewed the status of the signal for public information.
MOTION: Mayor Novak moved the City Council approve Resolution No. 68-97 in
support of Senate Bill 368 for PVEA funding for the Yerba Buena
stoplight. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Elliott and
carried unanimously. (5-0)
B. PUBLIC HEARINGS, REPORTS & APPEARANCES
B-1 CONSIDERATION OF PUBLIC, EDUCATIONAL AND GOVERNMENT
(PEG) ACCESS ON CHANNEL 54; (BOUCHER)
Public Works Director Bill Boucher reviewed the results of the survey sent out to the
community regarding Public, Educational and Government (PEG) broadcasting. He
stated results were somewhat in favor of continuing only City Council meetings and
special events, but not favorable by a majority to either the use of General Fund nor a
subscriber Pass -Through fee to pay for the programming.
Mr. Boucher stated the Public Works Advisory Board recommends the City Council and
is Board/Commission meetings continue on a contract for services basis and that special
events continue per the current operating guidelines on a volunteer basis. He noted staff
recommends the City Council consider this matter and, in accord with the results of the
recent community survey, direct that televised City Council meetings continue on a
volunteer basis and that efforts to pursue PEG programming cease.
Mayor Novak opened the hearing for public comment.
The following people expressed support for government broadcasting only: Grace
Melton, Barbara Playan, Angie Crider, Dave West and Harry Rogers.
The following people expressed support for Public, Educational and Government (PEG)
access: Vicky Worley, Lee Greenawalt, Lisa Krueger, Wally McCray, John Barta, Nancy
Castle, Mary Leizear, Mary Phillips, Ray McKelligott, Janet Gould, Paul Tweedt, Jr.,
Bernie Melvin, Meredith Bates, Colby Crotzer, Jesse Franklin, Steve Mathieu, Pat
Renshaw, and Ellen Sturtz.
John Baker stated citizens should not be taxed for public access tv.
Leabah Winter, Recreation & Parks Commissioner, expressed the Commission's support
for PEG access.
• Ann Calhoun asked what turkey videos are.
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• Mayor Novak closed the public comment hearing, and called for a break at 7:40 p.m.; the
meeting resumed at 7:50 p.m.
MOTION: Councilmember Peirce moved the City Council approve the following: 1)
continue broadcasting all Brown Act meetings; 2) request staff bring back
criteria for broadcasting special events; 3) direct staff to send out Request
for Proposals for filming Brown Act meetings; 4) direct staff to obtain
information on obtaining a second channel for the broadcasting of public
and educational broadcasting - maintain Channel 54 for government
access; and 5) extend Alpha Video's contract for government access
through December 1997. The motion was seconded by Councilmember
Anderson and carried unanimously. (5-0)
B-2 REVIEW OF WATERFRONT MASTER PLAN AND WATER ACCESS
ECONOMICS REPORT; (NAUMAN)
City Council received a presentation by Ken Johnson of Concept Marine Associates, Inc.
on the Engineering Feasibility Study - Boating Access Facility prepared for the
conceptual site plan developed by the Boating Access Facility Committee.
Acting Planning and Building Director Shauna Nauman requested the City Council
is review and discuss the Waterfront Master Plan, and consider any changes necessary,
including the amendment of adding the Boating Access Facility Committee conceptual
plan.
Mayor Novak opened the hearing for public comment.
Colby Crotzer expressed opposition to a launch ramp located at Target Rock. He noted
the proposed two-lane bridge needs further study.
Bernie Melvin expressed support for the concept plan; however, requested the deletion of
the launch ramp at Target Rock and the two-lane bridge over Mono Creek.
Leabah Winter, Recreation & Parks Commissioner, stated the Commission may want to
review this plan again.
Jim Wood stated this is a concept plan which he would like to see adopted.
Wally McCray thanked Council and staff for their efforts with this plan.
Mayor Novak closed the public comment hearing.
Council consensus was to amend the Waterfront Master Plan as follows: 1) eliminate the
launch ramp location at Target Rock; 2) include a pedestrian/bicycle bridge with the
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provision for emergency access over Morro Creek; 3) include Graphic A in the Concept
• Plan; and 4) return to Council for adoption.
Mayor Novak called for a break at 10:04 p.m.; the meeting resumed at 10:12 p.m.
C. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
C-1 REVIEW OF LANDSCAPING
ASSESSMENT DISTRICTS AND
CONCEPT; (LUEKER)
AND LIGHTING MAINTENANCE
CITY-WIDE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT
MOTION: Councilmember Elliott moved the City Council continue this item to the
October 27, 1997 City Council meeting. The motion was seconded by
Councilmember Peirce and carried unanimously. (5-0)
D. NEW BUSINESS
D-1 CONSIDERATION OF TROLLEY PROGRAM AND USE OF THE TROLLEY
FOR HARBOR FESTIVAL; (BOUCHER)
Public Works Director Bill Boucher reviewed the City's Trolley Program and the use of
the trolley for the upcoming Harbor Festival. Mr. Boucher recommended the City
• Council consider Options 1) charge the Harbor Festival Committee for use of the trolley
for the Harbor Festival; or 2) waive the trolley fee and allocate funds for the
operations/maintenance and lost fares by approval of Resolution No. 69-97. He noted
Option 1 results in no fiscal impact to the City; and Option 2 results in approximately
$900 - $1,000 in unanticipated General Fund expenditures for drivers, fuel and a stand-by
mechanic.
MOTION: Councilmember Peirce moved the City Council direct staff to charge the
Harbor Festival Committee $700 for the use of the trolley during the
Harbor Festival weekend. The motion was seconded by Councilmember
Anderson and carried unanimously. (5-0)
D-2 STATUS REPORT ON CITY DISTRIBUTION OF STATE WATER;
(BOUCHER)
Public Works Director Bill Boucher reviewed the status of the City's distribution of State
Water.
Council received the report; no further action was taken on this item.
MOTION: Councilmember Peirce moved the City Council go beyond 11:00 p.m. in
order to finish the remaining business on the agenda. The motion was
seconded by Councilmember Elliott and carried unanimously. (5-0)
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• D-3 DISCUSSION OF CITY DISASTER PREPAREDNESS PLAN; (JONES)
Fire Chief Jeff Jones reviewed the Disaster Preparedness Plan both for immediate needs
for this winter, and also to identify some long-term planning needs. Chief Jones
recommended the City Council increase the City's ability to combat the potentially
severe effects of the El Nino, approve an emergency allocation of $16,000 to be used to
purchase storm -related equipment, print and distribute storm preparedness public
information, upgrade the Fire Department primary communication system, and direct the
Fire Department to conduct a community workshop on winter storm preparedness.
Council authorized the City Manager to allocate $15,000 to purchase necessary storm -
related equipment and assist in the Disaster Preparedness Plan. Council requested staff
return with the funding source for Council approval.
D-4 RESOLUTION NO. 66-97 APPROVING FINAL APPROPRIATIONS FOR
FISCAL YEAR 1996/97; (KOSER)
Finance Director Jim Koser reviewed the final appropriations for Fiscal Year 1996/97 and
recommended the City Council approve these appropriations by adoption of Resolution
No. 66-97.
• MOTION: Councilmember Elliott moved the City Council adopt Resolution No. 66-
97 approving the final appropriations for Fiscal Year 1996/97. The
motion was seconded by Councilmember Peirce and carried unanimously.
(5-0)
F. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 11:50 p.m.
Recorded by:
Bridgett auer
City Clerk
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City of Morro Bay
City Council Agenda
Mission Statement
The City of Morro Bay is dedicated to the preservation and enhancement of the quality of life. The City shall
be committed to this purpose and will provide a Level of municipal service and safety consistent with
and responsive to the nerds of the public.
REGULAR MEETING - SEPTEMBER 8, 1997; 6:00 P.M.
VETERANS MEMORIAL HALL
209 SURF ST., MORRO BAY, CA
ESTABLISH QUORUM AND CALL TO ORDER -
PRAYER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBERS ANNOUNCEMENTS & PRESENTATIONS
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD - Members of the audience wishing to address the
Council on City business matters (other than Public Hearing items under Section B) may
do so at this time.
• To increase the effectiveness of the Public Comment Period, the following rules shall be
followed:
• When recognized by the Mayor, please come forward to the podium and state
your name and address for the record. Comments are to be limited to three
minutes.
• All remarks shall be addressed to Council, as a whole, and not to any individual
member thereof.
No person shall be permitted to make slanderous, profane or personal remarks
against any elected official, commission and/or staff.
COUNCIL DECLARATION OF FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
A. CONSENT CALENDAR
Unless an item is pulled for separate action by the City Council, the following actions are
approved without discussion.
A-1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
OF AUGUST 25, 1997; (BAUER)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as submitted.
A-2 CORRECTION OF EASEMENT DESCRIPTION FOR SEWER LINE
• THROUGH PG&E POWER PLANT PROPERTY; (BOUCHER)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve the Amendment and authorize the City Manager
to execute the document.
A-3 RESOLUTION NO. 67-97 APPROVING THE NOTICE OF COMPLETION
FOR CHORRO CREEK BRIDGE PROJECT/SOUTH BAY BOULEVARD
IMPROVEMENTS; (BOUCHER)
RECOMMENDATION: Accept the Project as completed by Nick E. Pokrajac, Inc.;
authorize filing of a Notice of Completion; and adopt Resolution No. 67-97
approving the Agreement and Grant of Easement.
A-4 PROCLAMATION DECLARING SEPTEMBER 17 - 23, 1997 AS
"CONSTITUTION WEEK"; (BAUER)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as submitted.
B. PUBLIC HEARINGS. REPORTS & APPEARANCES
• B-1 APPEAL OF PLANNING COMMISSION APPROVAL OF MAJOR
MODIFICATION TO CUP 45-85/CDP 88-85 TO INSTALL 148 CUBIC
YARDS OF UNGROUTED ROCK RIP -RAP WITHIN CREEK ALONG
SOUTHERN PROPERTY LINE AT 3120 CORAL AVENUE: APPLICANT -
BEAVER/APPELLANT - SILVERMAN; (NAUMAN)
RECOMMENDATION: Deny appeal and uphold Planning Commission
conditional approval of CUP 45-85/CDP 88-85 with added conditions.
C. UNFINISHED BUSINESS - NONE.
D. NEW BUSINESS
D-I SELECTION OF VOTING DELEGATE FOR ANNUAL LEAGUE OF
CALIFORNIA CITIES CONFERENCE; (HOWELL)
RECOMMENDATION: Appoint a Voting Delegate for the California League of
California Cities Conference.
D-2 CONSIDERATION OF CANCELLATION OF OCTOBER 13, 1997 CITY
COUNCIL MEETING; (HOWELL)
RECOMMENDATION: Determine if the meeting of October 13, 1997 should be
scheduled or canceled; direct staff accordingly.
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• D-3 COUNCIL REQUEST TO DISCUSS THE CONSIDERATION OF
TRAVELER'S ADVISORY RADIO STATION; (PEIRCE)
•
RECOMMENDATION: Discuss and direct staff accordingly.
D-4 COUNCIL REQUEST TO DISCUSS THE CONSIDERATION OF MORRO
BAY'S STATUS AS GENERAL LAW CITY VS. CHARTER CITY; (PEIRCE)
RECOMMENDATION: Discuss and direct staff accordingly.
D-5 COUNCIL REQUEST TO DISCUSS THE CONSIDERATION OF THE CITY'S
TREE REMOVAL POLICY AND FUNDING; (PETERS)
RECOMMENDATION: Discuss and direct staff accordingly.
E. ADJOURNMENT
THIS AGENDA IS SUBJECT TO AMENDMENT UP TO 72 HOURS PRIOR TO THE
DATE AND TIME SET FOR THE MEETING. PLEASE REFER TO THE AGENDA
POSTED AT CITY HALL FOR ANY REVISIONS OR CALL THE CLERK'S OFFICE
AT 772-6200 FOR FURTHER INFORMATION.
COPIES OF STAFF REPORTS OR OTHER PUBLIC DOCUMENTATION
RELATING TO EACH ITEM OF BUSINESS REFERRED TO ON THIS AGENDA
ARE ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK AND AVAILABLE FOR
PUBLIC INSPECTION AND REPRODUCTION AT COST AT CITY HALL,
LIBRARY, AND MILLS STATIONERY.
IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, IF YOU
NEED SPECIAL ASSISTANCE TO PARTICIPATE IN A CITY MEETING, PLEASE
CONTACT THE CITY CLERK'S OFFICE AT LEAST 24 HOURS PRIOR TO THE
MEETING TO INSURE THAT REASONABLE ARRANGEMENTS CAN BE MADE
TO PROVIDE ACCESSIBILITY TO THE MEETING.
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CLOSED SESSION - SEPTEMBER 8, 1997
AFTER ADJOURNMENT OF PUBLIC SESSION MEETING
CITY HALL CONFERENCE ROOM
595 HARBOR STREET, MORRO BAY, CA
CS-1 GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54957• PERSONNEL ISSUES
• DISCUSSIONS RELATING TO PERSONNEL ISSUES REGARDING THE
APPOINTMENT OF ONE (1) PUBLIC EMPLOYEE; SPECIFICALLY, THE
CONSIDERATION AND SCREENING OF FINALISTS FOR APPOINTMENT
TO THE POSITION OF CITY MANAGER.
• IT IS NOTED THAT THE CONTENTS OF CLOSED SESSION MEETINGS ARE
CONFIDENTIAL AND EXEMPT FROM DISCLOSURE.
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REGULAR MEETING - September 8, 1997
VETERANS MEMORIAL HALL - 6:00 P.M.
Mayor Novak called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
ESTABLISH QUORUM AND CALL TO ORDER
PRAYER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
MAYOR'S REPORTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mayor Novak requested Council pull Item A-4 (Proclamation Declaring September 17 -
23, 1997 as "Constitution Week") from the Consent Calendar in order to make the
appropriate presentation; Council concurred.
MOTION: Mayor Novak moved the City Council approve Item A-4 of the Consent
Calendar. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Peters and
carried unanimously. (4-0)
• Mayor Novak presented the Proclamation declaring September 17 - 23, 1997 as
"Constitution Week" to Beth Cook of the Daughters of the American Revolution.
City Attorney David Hunt introduced Robert Schultz, Esq. who has joined the Law Firm
of Hunt & Associates, and has been appointed as the new Assistant Attorney for the City
of Morro Bay.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Cathy Gann expressed her appreciation for Channel 54; she also extended an invitation to
attend the first `Friends of Channel 54' meeting on September 11, 1997 at the Coalesce
Bookstore.
Harry Rogers stated funding for the City's infrastructure should be given priority.
Wally McCray stated $4,419 has been saved by Adopt -A -Tree Program.
Johnny Munoz expressed support for Channel 54, and would like more youth events be
aired.
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DECLARATION OF FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS - NONE.
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REGULAR MEETING - September 8, 1997
• A. CONSENT CALENDAR
Unless an item is pulled for separate action by the City Council, the following actions are
approved without discussion.
A-1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
OF AUGUST 25, 1997; (BAUER)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as submitted.
A-2 CORRECTION OF EASEMENT DESCRIPTION FOR SEWER LINE
THROUGH PG&E POWER PLANT PROPERTY; (BOUCHER)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve the Amendment and authorize the City Manager
to execute the document.
A-3 RESOLUTION NO. 67-97 APPROVING THE NOTICE OF COMPLETION
FOR CHORRO CREEK BRIDGE PROJECT/SOUTH BAY BOULEVARD
IMPROVEMENTS; (BOUCHER)
RECOMMENDATION: Accept the Project as completed by Nick E. Pokrajac, Inc.;
• authorize filing of a Notice of Completion; and adopt Resolution No. 67-97
approving the Agreement and Grant of Easement.
A-4 PROCLAMATION DECLARING SEPTEMBER 17 - 23, 1997 AS
"CONSTITUTION WEEK"; (BAUER)
Mayor Novak pulled Item A-1 from the Consent Calendar; Councilmember Peters pulled
Item A-2.
MOTION: Councilmember Peters moved the City Council approve Item A-3 of the
Consent Calendar. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Elliott
and carried unanimously. (4-0)
A-1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
OF AUGUST 25, 1997
Mayor Novak stated she has reviewed with the City Clerk a correction on page 8 of the
minutes; the City Clerk has noted the correction and a copy was provided for Council.
MOTION: Councilmember Elliott moved the City Council approve Item A-1 of the
Consent Calendar as amended. The motion was seconded by
Councilmember Peters and carried unanimously. (4-0)
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• A-2 CORRECTION OF EASEMENT DESCRIPTION FOR SEWER LINE
THROUGH PG&E POWER PLANT PROPERTY; (BOUCHER)
Councilmember Peters reviewed this item for public information.
MOTION: Councilmember Peters moved the City Council approve Item A-2 of the
Consent Calendar. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Elliott
and carried unanimously. (4-0)
B. PUBLIC HEARINGS. REPORTS & APPEARANCES
B-1 APPEAL OF PLANNING COMMISSION APPROVAL OF MAJOR
MODIFICATION TO CUP 45-85/CDP 88-85 TO INSTALL 148 CUBIC
YARDS OF UNGROUTED ROCK RIP -RAP WITHIN CREEK ALONG
SOUTHERN PROPERTY LINE AT 3120 CORAL AVENUE: APPLICANT -
BEAVER/APPELLANT - SILVERMAN; (NAUMAN)
Acting Planning and Building Director Shauna Nauman stated this project was heard and
approved by the Planning Commission at their July 21, 1997 meeting.
Assistant Planner Lisa Davidson reviewed the project and conditions being appealed by
• the appellant.
Ms. Nauman recommended the City Council deny the appeal and uphold the Planning
Commission's conditional approval of CUP 45-85/CDP 88-85 with added conditions.
Mayor Novak opened the hearing for public comment, allowing the appellant and
applicant ten minutes to review their viewpoint.
David Silverman, appellant who resides at 3121 Coral Avenue, noted his concerns
relating to alterations of the creek bank. Mr. Silverman requested a delay in the approval
of this project until a hydraulic engineer reviews the proposal and re -engineers the plans.
Keith Crow, Civil Engineer representing the appellant, reviewed the concerns of the
approved project, and noted removing the tree at the location would remedy the concerns
of the appellant.
Adele Beaver, applicant of the project, stated she met all of the requirements made by the
Army Corps of Engineers. She noted the Army Corps of Engineers will not allow her to
remove the tree in the creek.
Marilyn Brandemeyer, 161 Island Street, stated the applicant should be able to control the
• conditions of the creek bank on her property.
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• John Comer, 181 Island Street, stated the proposed rip -rap will cause water to run over to
the property on the other side.
Art Stansbury, 145 Java Street, reviewed conditions during the storms of 1995 and
damage caused in this area.
John Barta, Planning Commissioner, stated the applicant has been a victim of the process
and time is of the essence in this matter.
Mayor Novak closed the public comment hearing.
Ms. Nauman introduced Special Condition #4 and Standard Condition #3 to add to the
Conditional Use Permit/Coastal Development Permit for Council's review.
MOTION: Councilmember Peters moved the City Council deny the appeal and
uphold the Planning Commission's conditional approval of CUP 45-
85/CDP 88-85, including Special Condition #4 and Standard Condition
#3. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Peirce and carried
unanimously. (4-0)
MOTION: Councilmember Peters moved the City Council direct staff to work with
• the Army Corps of Engineers regarding this Conditional Use Permit/
Coastal Development Permit; and direct the Mayor to write a letter to the
Army Corps of Engineers requesting cooperation in this matter. The
motion was seconded by Councilmember Peirce and carried unanimously.
(4-0)
Council requested the review of fees and fee waiver in regards to this project be
agendized for a future City Council meeting.
C. UNFINISHED BUSINESS - NONE.
D. NEW BUSINESS
D-1 SELECTION OF VOTING DELEGATE FOR ANNUAL LEAGUE OF
CALIFORNIA CITIES CONFERENCE; (HOWELL)
City Manager Dave Howell requested the City Council appoint a Voting Delegate to
represent the City at the League of California Cities Conference.
MOTION: Councilmember Elliott moved the City Council appoint Mayor Novak to
represent the City as the Voting Delegate at the Annual League of
• California Cities Conference. The motion was seconded by
Councilmember Peters and carried unanimously. (4-0)
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• D-2 CONSIDERATION OF CANCELLATION OF OCTOBER 13, 1997 CITY
COUNCIL MEETING; (HOWELL)
City Manager Dave Howell requested the City Council discuss the consideration of
canceling the October 13, 1997 City Council meeting due to the conflict of the League of
California Cities Conference.
MOTION: Councilmember Peirce moved the City Council cancel the October 13,
1997 City Council meeting. The motion was seconded by Councilmember
Elliott and carried unanimously. (4-0)
D-3 COUNCIL REQUEST TO DISCUSS THE CONSIDERATION OF
TRAVELER'S ADVISORY RADIO STATION; (PEIRCE)
Councilmember Peirce introduced the concept of a Traveler's Advisory Radio Station for
Council's consideration, and requested Council agendize this matter for further
consideration.
Council concurred to bring this back for discussion at a future City Council meeting.
• No further action was taken on this item.
D-4 COUNCIL REQUEST TO DISCUSS THE CONSIDERATION OF MORRO
BAY'S STATUS AS GENERAL LAW CITY VS. CHARTER CITY; (PEIRCE)
•
Councilmember Peirce introduced the consideration of Morro Bay's status as General
Law vs. Charter City for Council's review, and requested Council agendize this matter
for further consideration.
Council concurred to bring this back for discussion at a future City Council meeting.
No further action was taken on this item.
D-5 COUNCIL REQUEST TO DISCUSS THE CONSIDERATION OF THE CITY'S
TREE REMOVAL POLICY AND FUNDING; (PETERS)
Councilmember Peters introduced the consideration of the City's Tree Removal Policy
and its funding, and requested Council agendize this matter for further consideration.
Council concurred to bring this back for discussion at a future City Council meeting.
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REGULAR MEETING - September 8, 1997
Councilmember Elliott requested contractors be notified of when this discussion will take
place in order to receive their input.
No further action was taken on this item.
F. ADJOURNMENT - Council adjourned to Closed Session.
The regular meeting adjourned at 7:57 p.m.
Recorded by:
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Bridgett Bau
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City Clerk
MINUTES - MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL
CLOSED SESSION - SEPTEMBER 8, 1997
CITY HALL CONFERENCE ROOM - 8:10 P.M.
Mayor Novak called the meeting to order at 8:10 p.m
PRESENT: Cathy Novak
Mayor
Dave Elliott
Councilmember
William Peirce
Councilmember
Janice Peters
Councilmember
ABSENT: Rodger Anderson
Councilmember
STAFF: Dave Howell
City Manager
CLOSED SESSION
MOTION: Councilmember Elliott moved the meeting be adjourned to Closed
• Session. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Peirce and
unanimously carried. (4-0)
Mayor Novak read the Closed Session statement.
CS-1 GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54957: PERSONNEL ISSUES
• DISCUSSIONS RELATING TO PERSONNEL ISSUES REGARDING THE
APPOINTMENT OF ONE (1) PUBLIC EMPLOYEE; SPECIFICALLY, THE
CONSIDERATION AND SCREENING OF FINALISTS FOR APPOINTMENT
TO THE POSITION OF CITY MANAGER.
The meeting adjourned to Closed Session at 8:10 p.m.
MOTION: Councilmember Peters moved the meeting be adjourned. The motion was
seconded by Councilmember Elliott and unanimously carried. (4-0)
The meeting adjourned at 9:10 p.m.
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City of Morro Bay
City Council Agenda
Mission Statement
The City of Morro Bay is dedicated to the preservation and enhancement of the quality of life. The City shall
be committed to this purpose and will provide a level of municipal service and safety consistent with
and responsive to the needs of the public.
REGULAR MEETING - AUGUST 25, 1997
CLOSED SESSION - AUGUST 25, 1997; 5:00 P.M.
CITY HALL CONFERENCE ROOM
595 HARBOR ST., MORRO BAY, CA
CS-1 GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9(b); CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL
COUNSEL DUE TO SIGNIFICANT EXPOSURE TO LITIGATION
SIGNIFICANT EXPOSURE TO LITIGATION EXISTS BASED UPON EXISTING
FACTS AND THE ADVICE OF LEGAL COUNSEL AS TO ONE (1) MATTER;
SPECIFICALLY, THE RISK OF LITIGATION SHOULD THE CITY DENY
CONSENT TO THE ASSIGNMENT OF LEASE SITE 87-88/87W-88W FROM
MR. GUNTHER TO MR. LEAGE.
• IT IS NOTED THAT THE CONTENTS OF CLOSED SESSION MEETINGS ARE
CONFIDENTIAL AND EXEMPT FROM DISCLOSURE.
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REGULAR MEETING - AUGUST 25, 1997; 6:00 P.M.
VETERANS MEMORIAL HALL
209 SURF ST., MORRO BAY, CA
ESTABLISH QUORUM AND CALL TO ORDER
PRAYER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBERS ANNOUNCEMENTS & PRESENTATIONS
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD - Members of the audience wishing to address the Council
on City business matters (other than Public Hearing items under Section B) may do so at this
time.
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• To increase the effectiveness of the Public Comment Period, the following rules shall be
followed:
• When recognized by the Mayor, please come forward to the podium and state your
name and address for the record. Comments are to be limited to three minutes.
• All remarks shall be addressed to Council, as a whole, and not to any individual
member thereof.
• No person shall be permitted to make slanderous, profane or personal remarks against
any elected official, commission and/or staff.
COUNCIL DECLARATION OF FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
A. CONSENT CALENDAR
Unless an item is pulled for separate action by the City Council, the following actions are
approved without discussion.
A-1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF
AUGUST 11, 1997; (BAUER)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as submitted.
• A-2 STATEMENT OF CASH AND INVESTMENTS - JULY 1997; (KOSER)
RECOMMENDATION: Receive report for information.
.•
A-3 EXPENDITURE REPORT - JULY 1997; (KOSER)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve report as submitted.
A-4 RESOLUTION NO. 63-97 APPROVING ASSIGNMENT OF LEASE
AGREEMENT FOR LEASE SITE 87-88/87W-88W - GUNTHER/LEAGE;
(ALGERT)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution No. 63-97 approving Assignment of
Lease Site 87-88/87W-88W; (Gunther/Leage).
A-5 RESOLUTION NO. 64-97 AMENDING WATER RIGHTS AGREEMENT WITH
ROANDOAK OF GOD; (ALGERT)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution No. 64-97 amending the Water Rights
Agreement between Roandoak of God and the City of Morro Bay.
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A-6 ANNUAL REPORT ON CITY'S SOLID WASTE DIVERSION RATE AND
• ACTIVITIES FOR CALENDAR YEAR 1996 - AB939; (BOUCHER)
RECOMMENDATION: Accept report for information.
A-7 RESOLUTION NO. 61-97 REMOVING ON -STREET PARKING PROHIBITION -
QUINTANA ROAD AT SOUTH BAY BOULEVARD; (BOUCHER)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution No. 61-97 restoring on -street parking
pursuant to property owner request.
A-8 RESOLUTION NO. 62-97 AUTHORIZING GRANT APPLICATION FOR THE
YERBA BUENA TRAFFIC SIGNAL; (BOUCHER)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution No. 62-97 authorizing submittal of grant
application.
A-9 APPROVAL OF RALCCO REQUEST FOR HARBOR FESTIVAL
RECYCLING/EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM GRANT FUNDING; (BOUCHER)
RECOMMENDATION: Consider RALCCO's request for grant funding and approve
the $760 grant request.
• A-10 RESOLUTION NO. 60-97 AWARDING THE REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL TO
JAMES E. BROWN & ASSOCIATES TO PERFORM A STUDY ON
SUSTAINABLE TRANSIT SERVICE IN MORRO BAY; (BOUCHER)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution No. 60-97 awarding the Sustainable
Transit Service Study contract to James E. Brown and Associates, and authorize
the Mayor to sign the contract after review and approval by the City Attorney.
B. PUBLIC HEARINGS, REPORTS & APPEARANCES
B-1 CONSIDERATION OF OPTIONS FOR RESIDENTIAL GARBAGE RATE
RESTRUCTURING - THIS ITEM HAS BEEN PULLED FROM THE AGENDA
B-2 APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 65-97 AUTHORIZING THE SUBMITTAL
OF A GRANT APPLICATION FOR PHASE II OF THE WASTEWATER
RECLAMATION FEASIBILITY STUDY TO THE STATE DEPARTMENT OF
HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT UNDER THE COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM; (NAUMAN/BOUCHER)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution No. 65-97 authorizing the City Manager
• to execute documents appropriate to complete the submittal of a grant
application.
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• B-3 CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING ON CDBG REVOLVING LOAN; (NAUMAN)
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 59-97 approving the grant application
to be submitted to the State of California.
B-4 FOLLOW-UP REPORT ON MINI-RUDAT (REGIONAL URBAN
DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANCE TEAM) PROJECT
RECOMMENDATION: Review information provided by Mini-RUDAT, and direct
staff accordingly.
C. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
C-1 STATUS REPORT ON MARINA SQUARE PARKING IN -LIEU FEES; (KOSER)
RECOMMENDATION: Receive report for information.
C-2 STATUS REPORT ON RESIDENTIAL OCCUPANCY LIMITS; (LOVEN)
RECOMMENDATION: Review City Attorney's Opinion, and provide direction to
• staff regarding the consideration of a High Occupancy Residential Ordinance.
•
D. NEW BUSINESS
D-I APPROVAL OF AUDITING SERVICES CONTRACT FOR WASTEWATER
TREATMENT PLANT (WWTP) JOINT POWERS AUTHORITY; (KOSER)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve contract and authorize Mayor to sign on behalf of
the City.
D-2 CONSIDERATION OF AERA ENERGY PROPOSAL TO DISCHARGE SALINE
WATER FROM SAN ARDO INTO THE WWTP OUTFALL; (BOUCHER)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve the Agreement between the City/Cayucos Sanitary
District and AERA Energy providing for initiation of the investigation as to the
feasibility of the proposed discharge; approve a Consultant Agreement with
John Carollo Engineers, and authorize the Mayor to execute said Agreements on
behalf of the City.
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D-3 CONSIDERATION OF PURCHASE OF MODULAR BUILDING TO HOUSE THE
PUBLIC WORKS AND PLANNING/ BUILDING DEPARTMENTS; (HOWELL)
RECOMMENDATION: Authorize City Manager to enter into negotiations with
PG&E to purchase a modular building to house the Public Works and Planning
and Building Departments.
E. ADJOURNMENT
THIS AGENDA IS SUBJECT TO AMENDMENT UP TO 72 HOURS PRIOR TO THE
DATE AND TIME SET FOR THE MEETING. PLEASE REFER TO THE AGENDA
POSTED AT CITY HALL FOR ANY REVISIONS OR CALL THE CLERK'S OFFICE AT
772-6200 FOR FURTHER INFORMATION.
• COPIES OF STAFF REPORTS OR OTHER PUBLIC DOCUMENTATION RELATING
TO EACH ITEM OF BUSINESS REFERRED TO ON THIS AGENDA ARE ON FILE IN
THE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK AND AVAILABLE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION
AND REPRODUCTION AT COST AT CITY HALL, LIBRARY, AND MILLS
STATIONERY.
\J
IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, IF YOU NEED
SPECIAL ASSISTANCE TO PARTICIPATE IN A CITY MEETING, PLEASE CONTACT
THE CITY CLERK'S OFFICE AT LEAST 24 HOURS PRIOR TO THE MEETING TO
INSURE THAT REASONABLE ARRANGEMENTS CAN BE MADE TO PROVIDE
ACCESSIBILITY TO THE MEETING.
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• MINUTES - MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL
CLOSED SESSION - AUGUST 25, 1997
CITY HALL CONFERENCE ROOM - 5:00 P.M.
Mayor Novak called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m
PRESENT: Cathy Novak
Mayor
Rodger Anderson
Councilmember
Dave Elliott
Councilmember
William Peirce
Councilmember
Janice Peters
Councilmember
STAFF: Dave Howell
City Manager
David Hunt
City Attorney
CLOSED SESSION
MOTION: Councilmember Peirce moved the meeting be adjourned to Closed
Session. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Peters and
unanimously carried. (5-0)
• Mayor Novak read the Closed Session statement.
CS-1 GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9(b), CONFERENCE WITH
LEGAL COUNSEL DUE TO SIGNIFICANT EXPOSURE TO
LITIGATION
SIGNIFICANT EXPOSURE TO LITIGATION EXISTS BASED UPON
EXISTING FACTS AND THE ADVICE OF LEGAL COUNSEL AS TO ONE
(1) MATTER; SPECIFICALLY, THE RISK OF LITIGATION SHOULD THE
CITY DENY CONSENT TO THE ASSIGNMENT OF LEASE SITE 87-88/
87W-88W FROM MR. GUNTHER TO MR. LEAGE.
The meeting adjourned to Closed Session at 5:00 p.m. and returned to regular session at
5:37 p.m.
MOTION: Councilmember Peters moved the meeting be adjourned. The motion was
seconded by Councilmember Anderson and unanimously carried. (5-0)
The meeting adjourned at 5:37 p.m.
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• MINUTES - MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING - AUGUST 25, 1997
VETERANS MEMORIAL HALL - 6:00 P.M.
Mayor Novak called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
ESTABLISH QUORUM AND CALL TO ORDER
PRAYER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
MAYOR'S REPORTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
CLOSED SESSION REPORT - City Attorney David Hunt made the Closed Session
announcement stating the City Council found there is a potential of litigation which
warrants further action; no other action was taken.
Mayor Novak received a plaque on behalf of the City from representatives of the United
Way thanking the City for their contributions to their organization.
PUBLIC COMMENT
• Grace Melton acknowledged her support for the broadcasting of City Council meetings;
however, opposes public access television where anything goes.
•
Bernie Melvin referred to an ad in the August 20th edition of the Sun Bulletin in relation
to PEG Access, and addressed issues of prejudice directed to the airing of private events
on Channel 54.
Mary Phillips referred to a request made to staff relating to a survey done on her property;
she also addressed the use of State Water to clean out pipelines, and what a waste of good
water that would be.
Nancy Castle addressed Council on Channel 54 and its growth in the past year. She also
listed different programs that can be beneficial for broadcasting if PEG Access is
approved.
Colby Crotzer expressed the benefits of PEG Access, and stated taking it away would be
an injustice to the public.
DECLARATION OF FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS - None.
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REGULAR MEETING - AUGUST 25, 1997
6 A. CONSENT CALENDAR
Unless an item is pulled for separate action by the City Council, the following actions are
approved without discussion.
A-1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
OF AUGUST 11, 1997; (BAUER)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as submitted.
A-2 STATEMENT OF CASH AND INVESTMENTS - JULY 1997; (KOSER)
RECOMMENDATION: Receive report for information.
A-3 EXPENDITURE REPORT - JULY 1997; (KOSER)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve report as submitted.
A-4 RESOLUTION NO. 63-97 APPROVING ASSIGNMENT OF LEASE
AGREEMENT FOR LEASE SITE 87-88/87W-88W - GUNTHER/LEAGE;
(ALGERT)
• RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution No. 63-97 approving Assignment of
Lease Site 87-88/87W-88W; (Gunther/Leage).
•
A-5 RESOLUTION NO. 64-97 AMENDING WATER RIGHTS AGREEMENT
WITH ROANDOAK OF GOD; (ALGERT)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution No. 64-97 amending the Water
Rights Agreement between Roandoak of God and the City of Morro Bay.
A-6 ANNUAL REPORT ON CITY'S SOLID WASTE DIVERSION RATE AND
ACTIVITIES FOR CALENDAR YEAR 1996 - AB939; (BOUCHER)
RECOMMENDATION: Accept report for information.
A-7 RESOLUTION NO. 61-97 REMOVING ON -STREET PARKING
PROHIBITION - QUINTANA ROAD AT SOUTH BAY BOULEVARD;
(BOUCHER)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution No. 61-97 restoring on -street parking
pursuant to property owner request.
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REGULAR MEETING - AUGUST 25, 1997
• A-8 RESOLUTION NO. 62-97 AUTHORIZING GRANT APPLICATION FOR THE
YERBA BUENA TRAFFIC SIGNAL; (BOUCHER)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution No. 62-97 authorizing submittal of
grant application.
A-9 APPROVAL OF RALCCO REQUEST FOR HARBOR FESTIVAL
RECYCLING/EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM GRANT FUNDING; (BOUCHER)
RECOMMENDATION: Consider RALCCO's request for grant funding and
approve the $760 grant request.
A-10 RESOLUTION NO. 60-97 AWARDING THE REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL TO
JAMES E. BROWN & ASSOCIATES TO PERFORM A STUDY ON
SUSTAINABLE TRANSIT SERVICE IN MORRO BAY; (BOUCHER)
RECOMMENDATION: .Approve Resolution No. 60-97 awarding the Sustainable
Transit Service Study contract to James E. Brown and Associates, and
authorize the Mayor to sign the contract after review and approval by the
City Attorney.
• Mayor Novak pulled Item A-4 from the Consent Calendar, Councilmember Peters pulled
Items A-5 and A-10, Councilmember Peirce pulled Item A-6, and Councilmember Elliott
pulled Item A-7.
•
MOTION: Councilmember Anderson moved the City Council approve the Consent
Calendar with the exception of Items A-4, A-5, A-6, A-7, and A-10. The
motion was seconded by Councilmember Peters and carried unanimously.
(5-0)
A-4 RESOLUTION NO. 63-97 APPROVING ASSIGNMENT OF LEASE
AGREEMENT FOR LEASE SITE 87-88/87W-88W - GUNTHER/LEAGE;
(ALGERT)
Mayor Novak requested staff clarification on this item.
Harbor Director Rick Algert reported the standard City requirements for consideration of
approval of an assignment, noting this application is not a normal assignment in regards
to the standard assignment requirements. Mr. Algert stated the proposed sale is, however,
attractive due to the anticipated increase in rental income and enhancement of the
business environment on the site.
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REGULAR MEETING - AUGUST 25, 1997
• MOTION: Councilmember Elliott moved the City Council adopt Resolution No. 63-
97 approving the Assignment of Lease Agreement for Lease Site 87-
88/87W-88W. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Peirce and
carried unanimously. (5-0)
A-5 RESOLUTION NO. 64-97 AMENDING WATER RIGHTS AGREEMENT
WITH ROANDOAK OF GOD; (ALGERT)
Councilmember Peters reported this information for public benefit.
MOTION: Councilmember Peters moved the City Council approve Resolution No.
64-97 amending the Water Rights Agreement with Roandoak of God. The
motion was seconded by Councilmember Peirce and carried unanimously.
(5-0)
A-6 ANNUAL REPORT ON CITY'S SOLID WASTE DIVERSION RATE AND
ACTIVITIES FOR CALENDAR YEAR 1996 - AB939; (BOUCHER)
Councilmember Peirce requested the status of this report.
Public Works Director Bill Boucher reported the City's 1996 annual diversion rate was
is
39%, with a 4% increase from the 1995 annual reported diversion rate.
MOTION: Councilmember Peirce moved the City Council accept this report for
information. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Peters and
carried unanimously. (5-0)
A-7 RESOLUTION NO. 61-97 REMOVING ON -STREET PARKING
PROHIBITION - QUINTANA ROAD AT SOUTH BAY BOULEVARD;
(BOUCHER)
Councilmember Elliott requested clarification on this item.
Public Works Director Bill Boucher responded this on -street parking prohibition along
Quintana Road, adjacent to the Bay Pines Travel Trailer Park, was established at the
request of the property owner. He noted the Public Works Advisory Board recommend
the on -street parking be restored pursuant to the property owners request.
Council discussed potential dangerous conditions relating to this property.
The City Attorney recommended the City Council continue this item to a future Council
meeting in order for staff to make the appropriate findings.
• Council concurred, and no further action was taken on this item.
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REGULAR MEETING - AUGUST 25, 1997
• A-10 RESOLUTION NO. 60-97 AWARDING THE REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL TO
JAMES E. BROWN & ASSOCIATES TO PERFORM A STUDY ON
SUSTAINABLE TRANSIT SERVICE IN MORRO BAY; (BOUCHER)
Councilmember Peters requested clarification on this item.
Public Works Director Bill Boucher responded the cost for this study is $10,000 for
which the City has received a grant from SLOCOG's discretionary State Transit
Assistance funding. He noted staff requested this funding to perform a study evaluating
options for reducing service costs, which would include the possibility of consolidation of
or sharing functions with South Bay Dial -A -Ride, in addition to evaluating alternative
options for transit service other than the current Morro Bay Dial -A -Ride system.
MOTION: Councilmember Peters moved the City Council approve Resolution No.
60-97 awarding the Sustainable Transit Service Study contract to James E.
Brown and Associates, and authorize the mayor to sign the contract after
review and approval by the City Attorney. The motion was seconded by
Councilmember Peirce and carried unanimously. (5-0)
B. PUBLIC HEARINGS, REPORTS & APPEARANCES
• B-1 CONSIDERATION OF OPTIONS FOR RESIDENTIAL GARBAGE RATE
RESTRUCTURING
This item was pulled from the agenda.
B-2 APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 65-97 AUTHORIZING THE
SUBMITTAL OF A GRANT APPLICATION FOR PHASE II OF THE
WASTEWATER RECLAMATION FEASIBILITY STUDY TO THE STATE
DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT UNDER THE
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM;
(NAUMAN/BOUCHER)
Public Works Director Bill Boucher stated Phase II of this Study is intended to continue
the analysis of the feasibility of the City constructing a wastewater treatment facility in
the Chorro Creek watershed. The proposed Phase would focus upon those issues
identified in the prior study and expand the analysis to include regulatory, environmental
and financial matters. If awarded, the grant entails local matching funds in the amount of
$10,250 derived from the current year Water Fund. Mr. Boucher recommended the City
Council approve Resolution No. 65-97 authorizing the City Manager to execute
documents appropriate to complete the submittal of a grant application.
• Mayor Novak opened the hearing for public comment.
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REGULAR MEETING - AUGUST 25. 1997
• Mary Phillips expressed concern with wastewater reclamation because it may pollute the
City's water.
Mayor Novak closed the public comment hearing.
MOTION: Councilmember Elliott moved the City Council approve Resolution No.
65-97 authorizing the submittal of a grant application for Phase II of the
Wastewater Reclamation Feasibility Study to the State Department of
Housing and Urban Development under the Community Development
Block Grant Program, and authorize the City Manager to execute
documents appropriate to complete the submittal. The motion was
seconded by Councilmember Peirce and carried unanimously. (5-0)
B-3 CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING ON CDBG REVOLVING LOAN;
(NAUMAN)
Gregg Goodwin, CEO and President of Economic Vitality Corporation reviewed the
revisions to the grant application which were made by the City Council at their August
11, 1997 meeting. It was recommended the City Council adopt Resolution No. 59-97
approving the grant application to be submitted to the State of California.
• Mayor Novak opened the hearing for public comment; there were no comments and the
public hearing was closed.
MOTION: Councilmember Elliott moved the City Council adopt Resolution No. 59-
97 approving the grant application to be submitted to the State of
California. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Anderson and
carried unanimously. (5-0)
B-4 FOLLOW-UP REPORT ON MINI-RUDAT (REGIONAL URBAN
DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANCE TEAM) PROJECT
City Manager Dave Howell reviewed the information provided by Mini-RUDAT and
requested Council direction.
Neil Farrel introduced an idea for a pocket park to use for cultural activities.
Suedene Walker, Chamber of Commerce, reviewed the Chamber's update on this project.
Mayor Novak opened the hearing for public comment.
• Harry Rogers addressed Council on laws which the City should consider amending in
order to allow change in the City.
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REGULAR MEETING - AUGUST 25, 1997
** correction made by
Mayor Novak - 9/8/97
• Wally McCray expressed support for the pocket park which Neil Farrel is designing, and
urged other interested people to get involved.
Mayor Novak closed the public comment hearing.
Councilmember Elliott recommended the City Council establish a Steering Committee,
appointing Wally McCray as Chairman, in order to prioritize and process the various
suggestions made by the Mini-RUDAT.
Council requested the Economic Vitality Committee establish a sub -committee to
prioritize and process the various suggestions made by the Mini-RUDAT. Council
also appointed Councilmember Elliott to serve on this sub -committee as the City
Council representative.
No further action was taken on this item.
• C. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
C-1 STATUS REPORT ON MARINA SQUARE PARKING IN -LIEU FEES;
(KOSER)
Finance Director Jim Koser reviewed the status of the Marina Square parking in -lieu fee
account for Council's information.
This was an informational item; no action was taken.
C-2 STATUS REPORT ON RESIDENTIAL OCCUPANCY LIMITS; (LOVEN)
Police Chief Joe Loven reviewed the issue of residential occupancy limits which was
before the City Council in 1996 when several residents alleged an excessive number of
residents in single family homes. He noted the City Attorney's office issued a preliminary
memo on the issue in January 1997, indicating several roadblocks in drafting an
ordinance that would be enforceable and constitutional. As a Code Enforcement issue,
Chief Loven believes there appear to be sufficient ordinances in existence in the
Municipal Code, Uniform Building Code and Fire Codes to address specific situations as
they arise. He recommended the City Council review the City Attorney's Opinion, and
provide direction to staff regarding the consideration of a High Occupancy Residential
• Ordinance.
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REGULAR MEETING - AUGUST 25, 1997
• Council concurred that a High Occupancy Residential Ordinance is not necessary; no
further action was taken.
D. NEW BUSINESS
D-1 APPROVAL OF AUDITING SERVICES CONTRACT FOR WASTEWATER
TREATMENT PLANT (WWTP) JOINT POWERS AUTHORITY; (KOSER)
Finance Director Jim Koser reviewed the auditing services contract for the Wastewater
Treatment Plant Joint Powers Authority between the City of Morro Bay and Carlos J.
Reynoso, Certified Public Accountant. He noted the services performed under this
contract are at the shared expense of the City and the Cayucos Sanitary District. Mr.
Koser recommended the City Council approve the contract and authorize the Mayor to
sign on behalf of the City.
MOTION: Councilmember Peters moved the City Council approve the auditing
services contract for the Wastewater Treatment Plant Joint Powers
Authority between the City of Morro Bay and Carlos J. Reynoso, Certified
Public Accountant. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Peirce
and carried unanimously. (5-0)
• D-2 CONSIDERATION OF AERA ENERGY PROPOSAL TO DISCHARGE
SALINE WATER FROM SAN ARDO INTO THE WWTP OUTFALL;
(BOUCHER)
•
Public Works Director Bill Boucher reviewed the AERA Energy Proposal to discharge
saline water from it's San Ardo facility into the jointly -owned Wastewater Treatment
Plant outfall. He noted this Agreement is also being considered by the Cayucos Sanitary
District (CSD); and, with AERA's execution of the Agreement, all City/CSD costs will
be reimbursed. Mr. Boucher recommended the City Council approve the Agreement
between the City/CSD and AERA Energy providing for initiation of the investigation as
to the feasibility of the proposed discharge; approve the Consultant Agreement with John
Carollo Engineers; and authorize the Mayor to execute said Agreements on behalf of the
City.
MOTION: Councilmember Elliott moved the City Council approve the Agreement
between the City, Cayucos Sanitary District and AERA Energy providing
for initiation of the investigation as to the feasibility of the proposed
discharge; approve the Consultant Agreement with John Carollo
Engineers; and authorize the Mayor to execute said Agreements on behalf
of the City. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Peirce and
carried unanimously. (5-0)
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REGULAR MEETING - AUGUST 25, 1997
• D-3 CONSIDERATION OF PURCHASE OF MODULAR BUILDING TO HOUSE
THE PUBLIC WORKS AND PLANNING/ BUILDING DEPARTMENTS;
(HOWELL)
City Manager Dave Howell stated the City Council and staff have endeavored to
streamline the delivery of City services overall and specifically with the Planning
Department over the past few years. Mr. Howell stated although there is still work to be
done to improve the process, combining the Planning/Building and Public Works
Departments would greatly enhance the efforts to effectively streamline these services via
a "one stop shop" for most cases. He noted the purchase price, including moving and set
up, of a modular building will range from $100,000 to $150,000 which can come from
the General Fund Contingency Account either by a reduction of the fund balance or by a
loan from the fund. Mr. Howell recommended the City Council give him authorization to
enter into negotiations with PG&E to purchase a modular building to house the Planning
and Building and Public Works Departments.
MOTION: Councilmember Elliott moved the City Council authorize the City
Manager to enter into negotiations with PG&E to purchase a modular
building to house the Planning and Building and Public Works
Departments. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Peters and
carried unanimously. (5-0)
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F. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 8:40 p.m.
Recorded by:
Bridgett Bauer
City Clerk
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• NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETINGS
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the following Special Meetings
regarding the Mini -Regional Urban Design Assistance Team Project will be
held at the Morro Bay Veteran's Memorial Building, 209 Surf Street, Morro
Bay, California:
Friday, August 8, 1997
7:00 p.m. - Informal town hall meeting
Saturday, August 9,1997
• 4:00 p.m. - BBQ with community leaders/town hall meeting
Sunday, August 10, 1997
1:00 p.m. - Public presentation: action plan, schedule for
implementation, one year follow-up
DATED: July 29, 1997
City of Morro Bay
City Council Agenda
Mission Statement
The City of Morro Bay is dedicated to the preservation and enhancement of the quality of life. The City shall
be committed to this purpose and will provide a Level of municipal service and safety consistent with
and responsive to the needs of the public.
REGULAR MEETING - AUGUST 11, 1997; 5:00 P.M.
CLOSED SESSION - AUGUST 11, 1997
CITY HALL CONFERENCE ROOM - 5:00 P.M.
595 HARBOR ST., MORRO BAY, CA
CS-1 GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.8: REAL PROPERTY TRANS-
ACTIONS - INSTRUCTING CITY'S REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR
REGARDING THE PRICE AND TERMS OF PAYMENT FOR THE
PURCHASE, SALE, EXCHANGE, OR LEASE OF REAL PROPERTY AS TO
THREE (3) PARCELS
• A. AL JORGE PROPERTY
• PROPERTY: VACANT LOT - LOCATED MAIN STREET, HARBOR
STREET, MORRO BAY BOULEVARD, AND MONTEREY STREET
• NEGOTIATING PARTIES: HARBOR DIRECTOR AND/OR CITY
MANAGER ON BEHALF OF THE CITY; AL JORGE ON BEHALF OF
THE OWNERS
• NEGOTIATIONS: POSSIBLE VOLUNTARY PURCHASE
B. KING/DEN-DULK PROPERTY
• PROPERTY: KING PROPERTY/DEN-DULK PROPERTY
• NEGOTIATING PARTIES: CITY MANAGER HOWELL ON BEHALF
OF THE CITY; JOHN KING ON BEHALF OF THE PROPERTY OWNER
• NEGOTIATIONS: POSSIBLE VOLUNTARY PURCHASE
C. NELSON/GARRIS PROPERTY
• PROPERTY: DRIFTWOOD STREET/MAIN STREET/MORRO AVENUE
• NEGOTIATING PARTIES: CITY MANAGER HOWELL ON BEHALF
OF THE CITY; NELSON/GARRIS ON BEHALF OF THE PROPERTY
OWNER
• NEGOTIATIONS: POSSIBLE VOLUNTARY PURCHASE
• IT IS NOTED THAT THE CONTENTS OF CLOSED SESSION MEETINGS ARE
CONFIDENTIAL AND EXEMPT FROM DISCLOSURE.
• PUBLIC SESSION - AUGUST 11, 1997
VETERANS MEMORIAL HALL - 6:00 P.M.
209 SURF ST., MORRO BAY, CA
ESTABLISH QUORUM AND CALL TO ORDER
PRAYER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBERS ANNOUNCEMENTS & PRESENTATIONS
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD - Members of the audience wishing to address the
Council on City business matters (other than Public Hearing items under Section B) may
do so at this time.
To increase the effectiveness of the Public Comment Period, the following rules shall be
followed:
• When recognized by the Mayor, please come forward to the podium and state
your name and address for the record. Comments are to be limited to three
• minutes.
• All remarks shall be addressed to Council, as a whole, and not to any individual
member thereof.
• No person shall be permitted to make slanderous, profane or personal remarks
against any elected official, commission and/or staff.
COUNCIL DECLARATION OF FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
A. CONSENT CALENDAR
Unless an item is pulled for separate action by the City Council, the following actions are
approved without discussion.
A-1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
OF DULY 28, 1997; (BAUER)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as submitted.
A-2 RESOLUTION NO. 58-97 IN SUPPORT OF REDEPLOYMENT OF THE
CAPE SAN MARTIN WEATHER BUOY; (NOVAK)
• RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution No. 58-97.
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. B. PUBLIC HEARINGS, REPORTS & APPEARANCES
B-1 REVIEW OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT ANNUAL
PERFORMANCE REPORT PREPARED FOR THE 1996 MULTI -FAMILY
APARTMENT DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM - 96-STBG-1021; (NAUMAN)
RECOMMENDATION: Receive public comments; no action is necessary.
B-2 REVIEW OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT ANNUAL
PERFORMANCE REPORT PREPARED FOR THE 1995 PLANNING/
TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE PROJECT - 95-STBG-978; (NAUMAN)
RECOMMENDATION: Receive public comments; no action is necessary.
B-3 CONSIDERATION OF THE APPLICATION FOR COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
ENTERPRISE FUNDS TO ESTABLISH A REVOLVING LOAN FUND TO
PROVIDE FINANCING TO LOCAL BUSINESSES AND EXPAND
ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITIES; (NAUMAN)
RECOMMENDATION: Review application, receive public comments, and adopt
• Resolution No. 59-97 approving an application and contract execution for
funding from the Enterprise Fund Component of the Economic Development
Allocation of the State Community Development Block Grant Program.
C. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
C-1 ORDINANCE NO. 461 REVISING MORRO BAY MUNICIPAL CODE
CHAPTERS 2.36, 2.40, 3.40, 5.16, 9.04, 9.08, 9.16, 9.18, 9.20, 9.24, 9.27, 9.32 -
SECOND READING/ADOPTION; (LOVEN)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve second reading/adoption of Ordinance No. 461.
C-2 STATUS REPORT ON RESIDENTIAL OCCUPANCY LIMITS; (LOVEN)
RECOMMENDATION: This item has been continued to the August 25, 1997 City
Council meeting.
D. NEW BUSINESS
D-1 REPORT BY CITY POLICE DEPARTMENT REGARDING DRUG -RELATED
ACTIVITY IN THE CITY OF MORRO BAY; (LOVEN)
• RECOMMENDATION: Receive report for information.
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• D-2 CONSIDERATION OF PROHIBITION OF PUBLIC CONSUMPTION OF
ALCOHOL ON CITY PROPERTY; (ANDERSON)
•
RECOMMENDATION: Discuss issue, and direct staff accordingly.
D-3 CONSIDERATION OF ROUNDABOUT CONCEPT; (NOVAK)
RECOMMENDATION: Receive report, and direct staff accordingly.
E. ADJOURNMENT
THIS AGENDA IS SUBJECT TO AMENDMENT UP TO 72 HOURS PRIOR TO THE
DATE AND TIME SET FOR THE MEETING. PLEASE REFER TO THE AGENDA
POSTED AT CITY HALL FOR ANY REVISIONS OR CALL THE CITY CLERK'S
OFFICE AT 772-6200 FOR FURTHER INFORMATION.
COPIES OF STAFF REPORTS OR OTHER PUBLIC DOCUMENTATION
RELATING TO EACH ITEM OF BUSINESS REFERRED TO ON THIS AGENDA
ARE ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK AND AVAILABLE FOR
PUBLIC INSPECTION AND REPRODUCTION AT COST AT CITY HALL,
LIBRARY, AND MILLS STATIONERY.
IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, IF YOU
NEED SPECIAL ASSISTANCE TO PARTICIPATE IN A CITY MEETING, PLEASE
CONTACT THE CITY CLERK'S OFFICE AT LEAST 24 HOURS PRIOR TO THE
MEETING TO INSURE THAT REASONABLE ARRANGEMENTS CAN BE MADE
TO PROVIDE ACCESSIBILITY TO THE MEETING.
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• MINUTES - MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL
CLOSED SESSION - AUGUST 11, 1997
CITY HALL CONFERENCE ROOM - 5:00 P.M.
Mayor Novak called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m
PRESENT: Cathy Novak
Mayor
Rodger Anderson
Councilmember
Dave Elliott
Councilmember
William Peirce
Councilmember
Janice Peters
Councilmember
STAFF: Dave Howell
City Manager
David Hunt
City Attorney
CLOSED SESSION
MOTION: Councilmember Peters moved the meeting be adjourned to Closed
Session. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Anderson and
unanimously carried. (5-0)
Mayor Novak read the Closed Session statement.
• CS-1 GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.8; REAL PROPERTY TRANS-
ACTIONS - INSTRUCTING CITY'S REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR
REGARDING THE PRICE AND TERMS OF PAYMENT FOR THE
PURCHASE, SALE, EXCHANGE, OR LEASE OF REAL PROPERTY AS TO
THREE (3) PARCELS
A. AL JORGE PROPERTY
• PROPERTY: VACANT LOT - LOCATED MAIN STREET, HARBOR
STREET, MORRO BAY BOULEVARD, AND MONTEREY STREET
• NEGOTIATING PARTIES: HARBOR DIRECTOR AND/OR CITY
MANAGER ON BEHALF OF THE CITY; AL JORGE ON BEHALF OF
THE OWNERS
• NEGOTIATIONS: POSSIBLE VOLUNTARY PURCHASE
B. KING/DEN-DULK PROPERTY
• PROPERTY: KING PROPERTY/DEN-DULK PROPERTY
• NEGOTIATING PARTIES: CITY MANAGER HOWELL ON BEHALF
OF THE CITY; JOHN KING ON BEHALF OF THE PROPERTY OWNER
• NEGOTIATIONS: POSSIBLE VOLUNTARY PURCHASE
•.
• C. NELSON/GARRIS PROPERTY
• PROPERTY: DRIFTWOOD STREETIMAIN STREET/MORRO AVENUE
• NEGOTIATING PARTIES: CITY MANAGER HOWELL ON BEHALF
OF THE CITY; NELSON/GARRIS ON BEHALF OF THE PROPERTY
OWNER
• NEGOTIATIONS: POSSIBLE VOLUNTARY PURCHASE
The meeting adjourned to Closed Session at 5:00 p.m. and returned to regular session at
5:45 p.m.
MOTION: Councilmember Anderson moved the meeting be adjourned. The motion
was seconded by Councilmember Peters and unanimously carried. (5-0)
The meeting adjourned at 5:45 p.m.
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MINUTES - MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING - AUGUST 11, 1997
VETERANS MEMORIAL HALL - 6:00 P.M.
Mayor Novak called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
ESTABLISH QUORUM AND CALL TO ORDER
PRAYER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
MAYOR'S REPORTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
City Attorney David Hunt announced the City Council met in Closed Session regarding
Real Property transactions, and no reportable action was taken.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Bill Yates addressed the subject of Council compensation and stated it is overdue for
review.
• Jim Wood stated the Boat Facility Committee recognized there are two existing boatyards
in Morro Bay and said in their review they considered attracting businesses that would
enhance existing businesses.
Gary Ryan addressed the review of alcohol being consumed at public parks and requested
it be enforced on a complaint basis.
Wally McCray stated he would like to assist in the volunteer of maintaining pocket parks
in the City.
Mary Phillips stated she does not kiss anybody's boots for help.
Steve Mathieu expressed support for the control of alcohol consumption at public parks.
DECLARATION OF FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Councilmember Peters requested to agendize the discussion of funding to remove
threatening trees.
Councilmember Peirce requested to agendize the discussion of the following items:
1) consideration of becoming a Charter City; 2) travelers information radio service; and
3) emergency facilities and planning in the City.
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MINUTES - MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING - AUGUST 11, 1997
• A. CONSENT CALENDAR
Unless an item is pulled for separate action by the City Council, the following actions are
approved without discussion.
A-1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
OF JULY 28, 1997; (BAUER)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as submitted.
A-2 RESOLUTION NO. 58-97 IN SUPPORT OF REDEPLOYMENT OF THE
CAPE SAN MARTIN WEATHER BUOY; (NOVAK)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution No. 58-97.
Councilmember Anderson puled Item A-2 from the Consent Calendar.
MOTION: Councilmember Elliott moved the City Council approve the Consent
Calendar with the exception of Item A-2. The motion was seconded by
Councilmember Anderson and carried unanimously. (5-0)
• A-2 RESOLUTION NO. 58-97 IN SUPPORT OF REDEPLOYMENT OF THE
CAPE SAN MARTIN WEATHER BUOY; (NOVAK)
Councilmember Anderson requested Mayor Novak review this item for public
information.
•
Mayor Novak stated this is the only off -shore weather reporting buoy off the Central
California Coast. She said it was knocked off station in July 1997, and there is no federal
funding to reinstall it. Mayor Novak stated it is critical to the well being of all
commercial fishermen, sport fishing charter boats, and recreational boaters in transit to
have this buoy in place, and requested support in urging the United States Congress in
replacing the Cape San Martin weather buoy and also making it a permanent part of the
National Weather Service budget.
MOTION: Councilmember Anderson moved the City Council approve Resolution
No. 58-97 in support of the redeployment of the Cape San Martin Weather
Buoy. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Peirce and carried
unanimously. (5-0)
Mayor Novak requested to take the agenda out of order to hear Item D-1 next; Council
concurred.
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MINUTES - MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING - AUGUST 11, 1997
D-1 REPORT BY CITY POLICE DEPARTMENT REGARDING DRUG -RELATED
ACTIVITY IN THE CITY OF MORRO BAY; (LOVEN)
Sergeant Gregg Beuer reviewed the City's drug -related activities for information.
This was an informational item; no action was taken.
B. PUBLIC HEARINGS. REPORTS & APPEARANCES
B-1 REVIEW OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT ANNUAL
PERFORMANCE REPORT PREPARED FOR THE 1996 MULTI -FAMILY
APARTMENT DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM - 96-STBG-1021; (NAUMAN)
Administrative Assistant Marcia Laurent introduced Cindy Janzen of the South Bay
Improvement Association, who reviewed the Community Development Block Grant
Annual Performance Report prepared for the 1996 Multi -Family Apartment Development
Program.
• Mayor Novak opened the hearing for public comment; there were no comments, and the
public hearing was closed.
•
This was an informational item; no action was taken.
B-2 REVIEW OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT ANNUAL
PERFORMANCE REPORT PREPARED FOR THE 1995 PLANNING/
TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE PROJECT - 95-STBG-978; (NAUMAN)
Administrative Assistant Marcia Laurent reviewed the Community Development Block
Grant Annual Performance Report prepared for the 1995 Planning/Technical Assistance
Project.
Mayor Novak opened the hearing for public comment; there were no comments, and the
public hearing was closed.
This was an informational item; no action was taken.
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MINUTES - MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING - AUGUST 11, 1997
B-3 CONSIDERATION OF THE APPLICATION FOR COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
ENTERPRISE FUNDS TO ESTABLISH A REVOLVING LOAN FUND TO
PROVIDE FINANCING TO LOCAL BUSINESSES AND EXPAND
ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITIES; (NAUMAN)
Greg Goodwin, President and CEO of the Economic Vitality Corporation, reviewed the
application for Community Development Block Grant Economic Enterprise Funds to
establish a Revolving Loan Fund to provide financing to local businesses and expand
economic opportunities. Mr. Goodwin recommended the City Council receive public
comments, and adopt Resolution No. 59-97 approving an application and contract
execution for funding from the Enterprise Fund Component of the Economic
Development Allocation of the State Community Development Block Grant Program.
Mayor Novak opened the hearing for public comment.
Wally McCray stated someone from the City should monitor this program.
Mayor Novak closed the public comment hearing.
• Mayor Novak addressed concerns with the text of this report and recommended the City
Council continue this public hearing to the next Council meeting in order for the
appropriate amendments to be made.
•
MOTION: Councilmember Peters moved the City Council continue this public
hearing to the August 25, 1997 City Council meeting. The motion was
seconded by Councilmember Anderson and carried unanimously. (5-0)
Mayor Novak called for a break at 7:47 p.m.; the meeting resumed at 8:00 p.m.
C. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
C-1 ORDINANCE NO. 461 REVISING MORRO BAY MUNICIPAL CODE
CHAPTERS 2.36, 2.40, 3.40, 5.16, 9.04, 9.08, 9.16, 9.18, 9.20, 9.24, 9.27, 9.32 -
SECOND READING/ADOPTION; (LOVEN)
Police Chief Joe Leven recommended the City Council approve the second reading and
adoption of Ordinance No. 461.
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MINUTES - MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING - AUGUST 11, 1997
• MOTION: Councilmember Elliott moved the City Council approve the second reading
and adoption of Ordinance No. 461 revising Morro Bay Municipal Code
Chapters 2.36, 2.40, 3.40, 5.16, 9.04, 9.08, 9.16, 9.18, 9.20, 9.24, 9.27, 9.32.
The motion was seconded by Councilmember Peters and carried unanimously.
(5-0)
City Manager Dave Howell read Ordinance No. 461 by title and number only.
C-2 STATUS REPORT ON RESIDENTIAL OCCUPANCY LIMITS; (LOVEN)
This item was continued to the August 25, 1997 City Council meeting.
D. NEW BUSINESS
D-2 CONSIDERATION OF PROHIBITION OF PUBLIC CONSUMPTION OF
ALCOHOL ON CITY PROPERTY; (ANDERSON)
Councilmember Anderson addressed existing City laws on the consumption of alcohol on
City property and requested this item be further reviewed by Council at a future meeting.
Council consensus was to agendize the consideration of this item at a future City Council
• meeting.
D-3 CONSIDERATION OF ROUNDABOUT CONCEPT; (NOVAK)
Mayor Novak reviewed the benefits of roundabouts and requested this item be agendized
for Council consideration.
Council consensus was to agendize the consideration of this item at a future City Council
meeting.
F. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 8:22 p.m.
Recorded by:
Bridgett Bauer
City Clerk
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City of Morro Bay
16 City Council Agenda
Mission Statement
The City of Morro Bay is dedicated to the preservation and enhancement of the quality of life. The City shall
be committed to this purpose and will provide a level of municipal service and safety consistent with
and responsive to the needs of the public.
REGULAR MEETING - JULY 28, 1997; 6:00 P.M.
VETERANS MEMORIAL BUILDING
209 SURF ST., MORRO BAY, CA
ESTABLISH QUORUM AND CALL TO ORDER
PRAYER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBERS ANNOUNCEMENTS & PRESENTATIONS
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD - Members of the audience wishing to address the
Council on City business matters (other than Public Hearing items under Section B) may
do so at this time.
To increase the effectiveness of the Public Comment Period, the following rules shall be
• followed:
• When recognized by the Mayor, please come forward to the podium and state
your name and address for the record. Comments are to be limited to three
minutes.
• All remarks shall be addressed to Council, as a whole, and not to any individual
member thereof.
• No person shall be permitted to make slanderous, profane or personal remarks
against any elected official, commission and/or staff.
COUNCIL DECLARATION OF FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
A. CONSENT CALENDAR
Unless an item is pulled for separate action by the City Council, the following actions are
approved without discussion.
A-1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
OF JULY 14, 1997, AND MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL JOINT MEETING OF
THE CITY COUNCILS OF THE COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO HELD ON
JUNE 5, 1997; (BAUER)
0 RECOMMENDATION: Approve as submitted.
A-2 STATEMENT OF CASH AND INVESTMENTS - JUNE 1997; (KOSER)
• RECOMMENDATION: Receive for information.
A-3 EXPENDITURE REPORT - JUNE 1997; (KOSER)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve report.
A-4 RESOLUTION NO. 55-97 GRANTING FEE WAIVER FOR LIBRARY
EXPANSION PROJECT; (NAUMAN)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution No. 55-97 granting fee waiver for
library expansion.
B. PUBLIC HEARINGS, REPORTS & APPEARANCES
B-1 PRESENTATION BY JIM FRANKLIN REGARDING THE MINI -REGIONAL
URBAN DESIGN ASSISTANCE TEAM (RUDAT) PROJECT; (HOWELL)
RECOMMENDATION: Receive presentation on RUDAT Project.
• B-2 STATUS REPORT BY THE BOATING ACCESS FACILITY COMMITTEE,
AND RESOLUTION NO. 57-97 APPROVING FUNDING FOR FEASIBILITY
STUDY OF CONCEPT FOR BOATING ACCESS FACILITY PLAN;
(ALGERT)
•
RECOMMENDATION: Receive status report by the Boating Access Facility
Committee, and approve Resolution No. 57-97 approving funding for
feasibility study of concept for Boating Access Facility Plan.
B-3 ORDINANCE NO. 461 REVISING MORRO BAY MUNICIPAL CODE
CHAPTERS 2.36, 2.40, 3.40, 5.16, 9.04, 9.08, 9.16, 9.18, 9.20, 9.24, 9.27, 9.32 -
FIRST READING/INTRODUCTION; (LOVEN)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve Ordinance No. 461 for first reading and
introduction.
B-4 RESOLUTION NO. 56-97 TO LEVY THE ASSESSMENT FOR THE
MAINTENANCE OF THE NORTH POINT NATURAL AREA; (LUEKER)
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 56-97 approving to levy the
assessment for the maintenance of the North Point Natural Area.
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C. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
• C-1 STATUS REPORT ON PLANNING AND BUILDING DEPARTMENT
OPERATIONS; (NAUMAN)
RECOMMENDATION: Receive status report on the Planning and Building
Department operations.
D. NEW BUSINESS
D-1 CONSIDERATION OF RESPONSE TO GRAND JURY REPORT AND
RECOMMENDATIONS; (HOWELL)
RECOMMENDATION: Review the Grand Jury report and adopt the proposed
letter of response.
D-2 AUTHORIZATION TO ADVERTISE AND SET INTERVIEW DATE TO FILL
VACANCIES ON THE PLANNING COMMISSION AND PUBLIC WORKS
ADVISORY BOARD; (HOWELL)
RECOMMENDATION: Authorize staff to advertise to fill vacancies on the
Planning Commission and Public Works Advisory Board; and set interview
• date for September 10,1997 at 7:00 p.m. in the City Hall Conference Room.
D-3 CONSIDERATION OF APPOINTMENT OF A COUNCIL MEMBER TO THE
ECONOMIC VITALITY CORPORATION (EVC) BOARD OF DIRECTORS;
(HOWELL)
RECOMMENDATION: Open for discussion; direct staff accordingly.
E. ADJOURNMENT
THIS AGENDA IS SUBJECT TO AMENDMENT UP TO 72 HOURS PRIOR TO THE DATE AND
TIME SET FOR THE MEETING. PLEASE REFER TO THE AGENDA POSTED AT CITY HALL FOR
ANY REVISIONS OR CALL THE CLERK'S OFFICE AT 772-6200 FOR FURTHER INFORMATION.
COPIES OF STAFF REPORTS OR OTHER PUBLIC DOCUMENTATION RELATING TO EACH
ITEM OF BUSINESS REFERRED TO ON THIS AGENDA ARE ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE
CITY CLERK AND AVAILABLE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION AND REPRODUCTION AT COST AT
CITY HALL, LIBRARY, AND MILLS STATIONERY.
IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, IF YOU NEED SPECIAL
ASSISTANCE TO PARTICIPATE IN A CITY MEETING, PLEASE CONTACT THE CITY CLERK'S
OFFICE AT LEAST 24 HOURS PRIOR TO THE MEETING TO INSURE THAT REASONABLE
• ARRANGEMENTS CAN BE MADE TO PROVIDE ACCESSIBILITY TO THE MEETING.
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• MINUTES - MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING - JULY 28, 1997
VETERANS MEMORIAL HALL - 6:00 P.M.
Mayor Novak called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
ESTABLISH QUORUM AND CALL TO ORDER
PRAYER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
MAYOR'S REPORTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
PUBLIC COMMENT
Harry Rogers addressed Council on the use of in -lieu parking fees and requested this
issue be agendized for more public input.
Lynda Merrill addressed Council on the delivery of State Water in North Morro Bay. She
also noted the stop signs on Morro Bay Boulevard are an aggravation for those who travel
on it.
• Mary Phillips stated she is still waiting to have a hearing on the issue of her camper; she
noted she would hope it has not been demolished until after her hearing. Mrs. Phillips
also said she was not out of order at the last City Council meeting and feels she deserves
rebuttal time on issues involving her matters.
John Barta stated according to the Public Works Director, North Morro Bay will receive
State Water. He thanked the Mayor and those who made effort in obtaining funding for
the harbor dredging project. Mr. Barta also shared an article with photos of Morro Bay in
People magazine.
Paul Twedt addressed Council regarding PEG Access and its benefit to the community.
Colby Crotzer presented Council with a petition to preserve the natural beauty of the bay
by not placing a boat launch ramp on Coleman Drive, and only allowing a single -lane
pedestrian/bicycle/emergency vehicle bridge over Morro Creek.
Ralph Agee addressed Council on the delivery of State Water to North Morro Bay.
Mayor Novak responded to the following comments: 1) North Morro Bay will be
receiving State Water; 2) the Police Department is handling Mary Phillips' issues; 3) the
launch ramp issue will be on the Council agenda soon.
• DECLARATION OF FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS - None.
MINUTES - MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING - JULY 28, 1997
• A. CONSENT CALENDAR
Unless an item is pulled for separate action by the City Council, the following actions are
approved without discussion.
A-1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
OF JULY 14, 1997, AND MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL JOINT MEETING OF
THE CITY COUNCILS OF THE COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO HELD ON
JUNE 5, 1997; (BAUER)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as submitted.
A-2 STATEMENT OF CASH AND INVESTMENTS - JUNE 1997; (KOSER)
RECOMMENDATION: Receive for information.
A-3 EXPENDITURE REPORT - JUNE 1997; (KOSER)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve report.
A-4 RESOLUTION NO. 55-97 GRANTING FEE WAIVER FOR LIBRARY
• EXPANSION PROJECT; (NAUMAN)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution No. 55-97 granting fee waiver for
library expansion.
Councilmember Peters pulled Item A-1 from the Consent Calendar.
MOTION: Councilmember Elliott moved the City Council approve the Consent
Calendar with the exception of Item A-1. The motion was seconded by
Councilmember Peirce and carried unanimously. (5-0)
A-1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
OF JULY 14, 1997, AND MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL JOINT MEETING OF
THE CITY COUNCILS OF THE COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO HELD ON
JUNE 5, 1997; (BAUER)
Councilmember Peters requested the following sentence be added to Item C-I of the July
14, 1997 City Council minutes:
Mr. Priddy assured the Council that the pipe used, while not what
was originally ordered, is of an acceptable and equally effective
• quality and should have an equal lifespan.
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MINUTES - MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING - JULY 28, 1997
• MOTION: Councilmember Peters moved the City Council approve Item A-1 as
amended. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Anderson and
carried unanimously. (5-0)
B. PUBLIC HEARINGS. REPORTS & APPEARANCES
B-1 PRESENTATION BY JIM FRANKLIN REGARDING THE MINI -REGIONAL
URBAN DESIGN ASSISTANCE TEAM (RUDAT) PROJECT; (HOWELL)
Jim Franklin of Cal Poly School of Architecture made a presentation regarding the Mini -
Regional Urban Design Assistance Team Project taking place in Morro Bay.
Mayor Novak opened the hearing for public comment.
Suedene Nelson, Director of Chamber of Commerce, stated tickets for the RUDAT
barbecue will be available at several locations within the City.
Wally McCray stated the upcoming town hall meetings will be a benefit for the public.
Colby Crotzer noted 3-million tourists would be too many tourists for Morro Bay.
• Mayor Novak closed the public comment hearing.
•
This was an informational item; no action was taken.
B-2 STATUS REPORT BY THE BOATING ACCESS FACILITY COMMITTEE,
AND RESOLUTION NO. 57-97 APPROVING FUNDING FOR FEASIBILITY
STUDY OF CONCEPT FOR BOATING ACCESS FACILITY PLAN;
(ALGERT)
Harbor Director Rick Algert stated at the direction of Council, a committee was formed
to review and make recommendations on the following issues:
Review of existing boat launching/repair/storage capacity in Morro Bay harbor
and projected demand, and provide Council with a recommendation whether
improved or additional facilities are desirable;
2. Review of various possible sites for boat launching/repair/storage facilities, and
provide Council with a recommendation on which sites are feasible for further
improvements or development of a new facility;
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• 3. Review market economics and development costs of boat repair/launching/storage
facilities, and provide the City Council with recommendation for size and type of
facilities which are most desirable at the selected sites.
The Boating Access Committee consists of Jim Wood, Harbor Advisory Board; Linda
Donnelly, Recreation & Parks Commission; Bill Olson, Public Works Advisory Board;
and Wally McCray, Planning Commission.
The Committee made a presentation noting the following findings:
1) The Committee agrees that existing boat launching/repair/storage capacity in
Morro Bay, especially for larger vessels, is inadequate given existing conditions
and will probably become more impacted with time
2) Currently, there is not a viable location for haul out and launching of larger
vessels. It would benefit local commercial boats and transient vessels in need of
repair while in port, and the City to provide such access for vessels up to 70 tons.
3) The existing launch ramp at Tidelands Park is limited in parking and becomes
impacted during peak use periods. Storage areas, for both trailerable and larger
vessels, are inadequate at this time.
• After reviewing the waterfront area, the Committee reached a consensus that the best
location for additional boat launching/repair/storage would be by the curve in the
Embarcadero along Coleman Drive. The Committee recognizes that to effectively
accomplish anything in that area, the City must purchase the Den-Dulk property. The
Target Rock/Morro Rock area is not appropriate due to recreational use, kelp beds and
other environmental and community concern constraints. The Committee determined
that re -aligning the Embarcadero to provide more beach access would be the best
alternative.
•
The Committee's finalized conceptual plan includes: water access on City property
adjacent to the PG&E facility for large vessel haul out, recreational use and small craft
boat access at Coleman Beach, a commercial boat repair yard and storage yard on the
Den-Dulk property and adjacent City property along Coleman Drive.
The Committee recommended Council receive their report and recommendation, and
hold a public hearing to receive public input on the conceptual plan.
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Mr. Algert also recommended Council authorize expenditure of up to $9,000 out of
harbor capital account for Concept Marine Associates to provide technical support to
define economic, and engineering feasibility in developing the proposed plan and to
allow for further work by the Boating Access Facility Committee. This authorization
would be made by adoption of Resolution No. 57-97.
Mayor Novak opened the hearing for public comment.
Colby Crotzer stated increased access is important to the tourism of the community. He
said a two-lane bridge across Morro Creek would create a negative impact to the
downtown business district. Mr. Crotzer noted caution to the cost of the acquisition of the
Den-Dulk property.
Bill Olson stated a two-lane bridge would be inappropriate for the Committee's
recommended plan.
Mayor Novak closed the public comment hearing.
MOTION: Councilmember Peirce moved the City Council approve Resolution No.
57-97 authorizing expenditure of up to $9,000 from an existing budgeted
• but unexpended harbor fund capital account for technical support to define
economic, and engineering feasibility of the proposed plan. The motion
was seconded by Councilmember Anderson and carried unanimously. (5-0)
Mayor Novak called for a break at 7:48 p.m.; the meeting resumed at 8:04 p.m.
The agenda was taken out of order to hear Item B-4 prior to Item B-3.
B-4 RESOLUTION NO. 56-97 TO LEVY THE ASSESSMENT FOR THE
MAINTENANCE OF THE NORTH POINT NATURAL AREA; (LUEKER)
Recreation & Parks Director Andrea Lueker recommended the City Council hold a public
hearing on the annual levy of assessment for the North Point Natural Area Landscaping
and Lighting Maintenance Assessment District. She noted by adopting Resolution No.
56-97, $5,645 will be collected through an assessment of all parcel owners in the North
Point Subdivision for the maintenance of the North Point Natural Area.
Mayor Novak opened the hearing for public comment.
John Belsher, attorney for the developer of the North Point Subdivision, stated the
developer believes it is unfair that the property owners should pay for the maintenance of
• a public park, and requested reconsideration for the costs of maintaining the North Point
Natural Area.
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Frank Denis, developer of North Point Subdivision, stated the Denis family has donated
property to the City, and it would be unfair for them to be obligated for the costs of
maintaining the North Point Natural Area for public benefit.
Mayor Novak closed the public comment hearing.
After Council discussion of the costs involved in maintaining this natural area, they
concluded by amending the resolution reducing the cost of the assessment to $5,000, to
be equally distributed per assessable parcel.
Councilmember Elliott noted he disagrees that the property owners should be assessed for
the benefit of the public.
MOTION: Councilmember Anderson moved the City Council approve Resolution
No. 56-97 ordering the levy of the annual assessment for the North Point
Natural Area Landscaping and Lighting Maintenance Assessment District
as amended. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Peters and
carried with Councilmember Elliott voting no. (4-1)
B-3 ORDINANCE NO. 461 REVISING MORRO BAY MUNICIPAL CODE
• CHAPTERS 2.36, 2.40, 3.40, 5.16, 9.04, 9.08, 9.16, 9.18, 9.20, 9.24, 9.27, 9.32 -
FIRST READING/INTRODUCTION; (LOVEN)
Police Chief Joe Loven introduced Ordinance No. 461 stating a number of sections have
been deleted as they are preempted by state law, some sections have been retitled and
rechaptered to help clear up confusion, and some have been amended to reflect desired
and necessary changes in the codes due to court decisions that affect the existing
ordinances. He recommended Council approve Ordinance No. 461 for first reading and
introduction.
Mayor Novak opened the hearing for public comment; there were no comments, and the
public comment hearing was closed.
MOTION: Councilmember Elliott moved the City Council approve Ordinance No.
461 for first reading and introduction. The motion was seconded by
Councilmember Peirce and carried unanimously. (5-0)
City Administrator Dave Howell read Ordinance No. 461 by title and number.
The agenda was taken out of order to hear Item D-3 next.
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D-3 CONSIDERATION OF APPOINTMENT OF A COUNCIL MEMBER TO THE
ECONOMIC VITALITY CORPORATION (EVC) BOARD OF DIRECTORS;
(HO WELL)
City Administrator Dave Howell stated at the January 27, 1997 City Council meeting,
Council received a presentation from Gregg Goodwin, President/CEO of the Economic
Vitality Corporation (EVC). At that time, Mr. Goodwin requested the appointment of a
Morro Bay City Council Member to serve on the EVC Board of Directors. Mr. Howell
recommended Council discuss and appoint a Council Member to serve on this board.
MOTION: Councilmember Peirce moved the City Council appoint Councilmember
Elliott to serve on the Economic Vitality Corporation Board of Directors.
The motion was seconded by Councilmember Peters and carried
unanimously. (5-0)
C. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
C-1 STATUS REPORT ON PLANNING AND BUILDING DEPARTMENT
OPERATIONS; (NAUMAN)
• Acting Planning & Building Director Shauna Nauman reviewed the status report on
Planning and Building Department operations.
•
This was an informational item; no action was taken.
D. NEW BUSINESS
D-1 CONSIDERATION OF RESPONSE TO GRAND JURY REPORT AND
RECOMMENDATIONS; (HOWELL)
City Administrator Dave Howell reviewed the Grand Jury Report regarding the inquiry
into the use of special funds of the City. Mr. Howell provided a letter of response for
Council's review, modification, and adoption.
MOTION: Councilmember Peirce moved the City Council authorize the Mayor to
sign the letter of response to the Grand Jury's inquiry to the use of special
funds of the City. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Elliott
and carried unanimously. (5-0)
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• D-2 AUTHORIZATION TO ADVERTISE AND SET INTERVIEW DATE TO FILL
VACANCIES ON THE PLANNING COMMISSION AND PUBLIC WORKS
ADVISORY BOARD; (HOWELL)
Mayor Novak requested Council's authorization to advertise vacancies on the Planning
Commission and Public Works Advisory Board, and schedule an interview date.
Council consensus was to schedule the interviews in September when Councilmember
Anderson returns from vacation.
MOTION: Councilmember Peirce moved the City Council authorize staff to advertise
the vacancies on the Planning Commission and Public Works Advisory
Board. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Peters and carried
unanimously. (5-0)
F. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 10:15 p.m.
Recorded by:
Bridgett Bauer
City Clerk
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City Council Agenda
Mission Statement
The City of Mono Bay is dedicated to the preservation and enhancement of the quality of life. The City shall
be committed to this purpose and will provide a level of municipal service and safety consistent with
and responsive to the needs of the public.
REGULAR MEETING - JULY 14, 1997; 5:00 P.M.
CLOSED SESSION - JULY 14, 1997
CITY HALL CONFERENCE ROOM - 5:00 P.M.
595 HARBOR ST., MORRO BAY, CA
CS-1 GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9(A), CONFERENCE WITH
LEGAL COUNSEL REGARDING PENDING LITIGATION
STATUS REPORT ON ALL PENDING LITIGATION. THIS IS A REPORT ON
STATUS AND NO ACTION MAY BE TAKEN ON ANY MATTER NOT
SPECIFICALLY LISTED. COUNCIL MAY REQUEST A SPECIFIC MATTER
BE AGENDIZED IN THE FUTURE FOR ACTION.
CS-2 GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9(C); CONFERENCE WITH
LEGAL COUNSEL DUE ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
DISCUSS WITH LEGAL COUNSEL, BASED ON EXISTING FACTS,
WHETHER TO INITIATE LITIGATION AS TO ONE (1) MATTER.
CS-3 GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.8:REAL PROPERTY TRANS-
ACTIONS
INSTRUCTING CITY'S REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR REGARDING THE
PRICE AND TERMS OF PAYMENT FOR THE PURCHASE, SALE,
EXCHANGE, OR LEASE OF REAL PROPERTY AS TO TWO (2) PARCELS.
A. ONE POSSIBLE PURCHASE:
PROPERTY: DRIFTWOOD/MAIN/MORRO
NEGOTIATING PARTIES: CITY MANAGER HOWELL; NELSON/GARRIS
NEGOTIATIONS: POSSIBLE VOLUNTARY PURCHASE
B. ONE POSSIBLE APPROVAL OF ASSIGNMENT OF LEASE SITE
PROPERTY: LEASE SITES 87/87W - 89/89W
NEGOTIATING PARTIES: CITY MANAGER HOWELL AND HARBOR
DIRECTOR ALGERT; RALPH GUNTHER AND GEORGE LEAGE AND
JOSEF STEINMANN
NEGOTIATIONS: POSSIBLE ASSIGNMENT OF LEASE
PUBLIC SESSION - JULY 14, 1997
VETERANS MEMORIAL HALL - 6:00 P.M.
209 SURF ST., MORRO BAY, CA
ESTABLISH QUORUM AND CALL TO ORDER
PRAYER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBERS ANNOUNCEMENTS & PRESENTATIONS
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD - Members of the audience wishing to address the Council
on City business matters (other than Public Hearing items under Section B) may do so at
this time.
To increase the effectiveness of the Public Comment Period, the following rules shall be
followed:
• When recognized by the Mayor, please come forward to the podium and state your
name and address for the record. Comments are to be limited to three minutes.
• All remarks shall be addressed to Council, as a whole, and not to any individual
member thereof.
• • No person shall be permitted to make slanderous, profane or personal remarks
against any elected official, commission and/or staff.
COUNCIL DECLARATION OF FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
A. CONSENT CALENDAR
Unless an item is pulled for separate action by the City Council, the following actions are
approved without discussion.
A-1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
OF JUNE 23, 1997; (BAUER)
RECOMMENDATION: APPROVE AS SUBMITTED.
A-2 QUARTERLY SALES TAX REPORT; (KOSER)
RECOMMENDATION: ACCEPT THE REPORT FOR INFORMATION.
A-3 TRANSIENT VENDOR BUSINESS LICENSE STATUS REPORT; (KOSER)
• RECOMMENDATION: ACCEPT THE REPORT FOR INFORMATION.
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A-4 RESOLUTION NO. 52-97 APPROVING POLICY FOR PARKING IN -LIEU
PAYMENT PLANS; (KOSER)
RECOMMENDATION: ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 52-97 ESTABLISHING
MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE TERMS FOR NEGOTIATION OF PAYMENT
PLANS FOR PARKING IN -LIEU FEES.
A-5 RESOLUTION NO. 54-97 APPROVING ASSIGNMENT OF LEASE SITES 87-
88/87W-88W AND 89-89W: GUNTHER/LEAGE/STEINMANN; (ALGERT)
RECOMMENDATION: ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 54-97 APPROVING
ASSIGNMENT OF LEASE AGREEMENTS FOR LEASE SITES 87-88/87W-
88W AND 89/89W.
A-6 RESOLUTION NO. 53-97 APPROVING AMENDMENT TO DEPARTMENTAL
PROCEDURES ALLOWING THE CLOSURE OF NON -SAFETY CITY
OFFICES ON MONDAY - FRIDAY BETWEEN 1:30 P.M. -3:30 P.M.;
(NAUMAN)
RECOMMENDATION: ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 53-97 APPROVING
AMENDMENT TO DEPARTMENTAL PROCEDURES.
• A-7 REQUEST BY EOC HEALTH SERVICES FOR FACILITY USE FEE WAIVER -
THIS ITEM HAS BEEN PULLED FROM THE AGENDA.
•
A-8 REQUEST TO AUTHORIZE THE CITY ATTORNEY IN JOINING AS AMICUS
IN FAVOR OF THE CITY OF SAN DIEGO IN RIDER V. CITY OF SAN
DIEGO; (HUNT)
RECOMMENDATION: AUTHORIZE THE CITY ATTORNEY TO TRANSMIT THE
CITY`S CONSENT AND JOINDER AS AN AMICUS IN FAVOR OF THE CITY
OF SAN DIEGO.
B. PUBLIC HEARINGS, REPORTS & APPEARANCES
B-1 PRESENTATION BY UNITED STATES COAST GUARD REGARDING
MORRO BAY'S 44-FOOT RESCUE BOAT AND STATION OPERATIONS
RECOMMENDATION: RECEIVE PRESENTATION BY THE UNITED STATES
COAST GUARD.
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B-2 ORDINANCE NO. 461 REVISING VARIOUS MORRO BAY MUNICIPAL
• CODES: FIRST READING/INTRODUCTION; (LOVEN) - THIS ITEM HAS
BEEN CONTINUED TO THE JULY 28, 1997 CITY COUNCIL MEETING.
C. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
C-1 PRESENTATION BY SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY ON CHORRO VALLEY
PIPELINE CONSTRUCTION; (BOUCHER)
RECOMMENDATION: RECEIVE PRESENTATION BY SAN LUIS OBISPO
COUNTY.
C-2 DISCUSSION ON ALLOCATION OF COUNCIL DISCRETIONARY FUNDS
FOR PLAN CHECK AND INSPECTION FEES AND WATER AND SEWER
IMPACT FEES TO ASSIST THE MORRO BAY FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY
IN THE ADDITION TO THE CITY'S LIBRARY BUILDING; (NAUMAN)
RECOMMENDATION: DIRECT STAFF ON DISTRIBUTION OF COUNCIL
DISCRETIONARY FUNDS TO COVER COSTS FOR THE LIBRARY
EXPANSION.
C-3 STATUS REPORT ON PLANNING AND BUILDING DEPARTMENT
• OPERATIONS; (NAUMAN) - THIS ITEM HAS BEEN CONTINUED TO
THE JULY 28, 1997 CITY COUNCIL MEETING.
D. NEW BUSINESS - NONE.
E. ADJOURNMENT
THIS AGENDA IS SUBJECT TO AMENDMENT UP TO 72 HOURS PRIOR TO THE DATE AND
TIME SET FOR THE MEETING. PLEASE REFER TO THE AGENDA POSTED AT CITY HALL
FOR ANY REVISIONS OR CALL THE CLERK'S OFFICE AT 772-6200 FOR FURTHER
INFORMATION.
COPIES OF STAFF REPORTS OR OTHER PUBLIC DOCUMENTATION RELATING TO EACH
ITEM OF BUSINESS REFERRED TO ON THIS AGENDA ARE ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE
CITY CLERK AND AVAILABLE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION AND REPRODUCTION AT COST
AT CITY HALL, LIBRARY, MILLS STATIONERY AND THE INN AT MORRO BAY.
IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, IF YOU NEED SPECIAL
ASSISTANCE TO PARTICIPATE IN A CITY MEETING, PLEASE CONTACT THE CITY CLERK'S
OFFICE AT LEAST 24 HOURS PRIOR TO THE MEETING TO INSURE THAT REASONABLE
ARRANGEMENTS CAN BE MADE TO PROVIDE ACCESSIBILITY TO THE MEETING.
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• CLOSED SESSION -JULY 14, 1997
CITY HALL CONFERENCE ROOM - 5:00 P.M.
Mayor Novak called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m
PRESENT: Cathy Novak
Mayor
Rodger Anderson
Councilmember
Dave Elliott
Councilmember
William Peirce
Councilmember
Janice Peters
Councilmember
STAFF: Dave Howell
City Administrator
David Hunt
City Attorney
CLOSED SESSION
MOTION: Councilmember Peirce moved the meeting be adjourned to Closed Session.
The motion was seconded by Councilmember Anderson and unanimously
carried. (5-0)
Mayor Novak read the Closed Session statement.
• CS-1 GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9(A); CONFERENCE WITH
LEGAL COUNSEL REGARDING PENDING LITIGATION
STATUS REPORT ON ALL PENDING LITIGATION. THIS IS A REPORT ON
STATUS AND NO ACTION MAY BE TAKEN ON ANY MATTER NOT
SPECIFICALLY LISTED. COUNCIL MAY REQUEST A SPECIFIC MATTER BE
AGENDIZED IN THE FUTURE FOR ACTION.
CS-2 GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9(C); CONFERENCE WITH
LEGAL COUNSEL DUE ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
DISCUSS WITH LEGAL COUNSEL, BASED ON EXISTING FACTS, WHETHER
TO INITIATE LITIGATION AS TO ONE (1) MATTER.
CS-3 GOVERNMENT CODE_ SECTION 54956.8; REAL PROPERTY TRANS-
ACTIONS
INSTRUCTING CITY'S REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR REGARDING THE
PRICE AND TERMS OF PAYMENT FOR THE PURCHASE, SALE,
EXCHANGE, OR LEASE OF REAL PROPERTY AS TO TWO (2) PARCELS.
A. ONE POSSIBLE PURCHASE:
PROPERTY: DRIFTWOOD/MAIN/MORRO
• NEGOTIATING PARTIES: CITY MANAGER HOWELL; NELSON/GARRIS
NEGOTIATIONS: POSSIBLE VOLUNTARY PURCHASE
• B. ONE POSSIBLE APPROVAL OF ASSIGNMENT OF LEASE SITE
PROPERTY: LEASE SITES 87/87W - 89/89W
NEGOTIATING PARTIES: CITY MANAGER HOWELL AND HARBOR
DIRECTOR ALGERT; RALPH GUNTHER AND GEORGE LEAGE AND JOSEF
STEINMANN
NEGOTIATIONS: POSSIBLE ASSIGNMENT OF LEASE
The meeting adjourned to Closed Session at 5:00 p.m. and returned to regular session at 5:45
p.m.
MOTION: Councilmember Anderson moved the meeting be adjourned. The motion was
seconded by Councilmember Peirce and unanimously carried. (5-0)
The meeting adjourned at 5:45 p.m.
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VETERANS MEMORIAL HALL - 6:00 P.M.
• Mayor Novak called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
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ESTABLISH QUORUM AND CALL TO ORDER
PRAYER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
MAYOR'S REPORTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
PUBLIC COMMENT
Frank St. Denis presented the City Council with drinking water from the State Water
Pipeline.
Nina Litvinoff expressed thanks to the City for State Water; she also requested the return of
the City's 4th of July firework celebration; and she also expressed concern regarding the
towing away of a private citizen's vehicle authorized by the City's Police Department.
Ralph Gunther requested Item A-5 be pulled from the Consent Calendar, and that no action
be taken on this item at this meeting.
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• Mary Phillips addressed the towing of her vehicle authorized by the City Police Department;
she also addressed a 911 call she placed regarding her friend and other requests made by
herself which have been ignored by the City. Mrs. Phillips stated she will sue the City.
Wally McCray thanked those who supported Dig -Out Day. He also thanked those people
who have adopted trees.
Barbara Playan expressed her support and appreciation to the Police Department regarding
the towing of Mary Phillip's vehicle.
Art Stansbury presented the City Council with a letter and addressed Morro Bay Municipal
Code Chapter 17.40(b) regarding the height limit in the Atascadero Beach Tract.
Grace Melton addressed Council regarding the upcoming celebration of "Dredge the Bay".
Susan Rocha thanked the Police Department for having the vehicle towed away on Ironwood
Avenue.
John Barta expressed thanks to the City Council for the additional funding for Community
Promotions, who recently sponsored "Outdoor Writers" which benefited the City with a front
page photograph of Morro Bay in the travel section of a Los Angeles newspaper.
• Paul Twedt addressed the advantages of PEG Access.
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Charles Palmer addressed the stop signs placed on Morro Bay Boulevard stating they are of
no benefit to the City.
Lionel Johnston stated he would like to offer trees to the City for planting.
Linda Donnelly addressed concern with the stop signs on Morro Bay Boulevard, and
requested some warning indications prior to the stop signs.
Mayor Novak made clarification to the two issues involving Mary Phillips.
Mayor Novak called a break at 6:55 p.m.; the meeting resumed at 7:02 p.m.
Councilmember Peters addressed the height limit issue in the Atascadero Beach Tract.
Councilmember Anderson stated the stop signs on Morro Bay Boulevard were primarily
placed for pedestrian safety.
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• Councilmember Elliott addressed the 4th of July firework celebration and how much effort it
takes and how it lacked people wanting to be involved; he also stated the purpose of the stop
signs on Morro Bay Boulevard is to slow traffic down in order for people to take notice to the
Old Town area.
DECLARATION OF FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Mayor Novak requested discussion on "round-abouts" along Highway One at a future
meeting.
Councilmember Anderson requested the discussion of an ordinance eliminating the use of
alcohol at City parks.
A. CONSENT CALENDAR
Unless an item is pulled for separate action by the City Council, the following actions are
approved without discussion.
A-1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF
JUNE 23, 1997; (BAUER)
• RECOMMENDATION: APPROVE AS SUBMITTED.
•
A-2 QUARTERLY SALES TAX REPORT; (KOSER)
RECOMMENDATION: ACCEPT THE REPORT FOR INFORMATION.
A-3 TRANSIENT VENDOR BUSINESS LICENSE STATUS REPORT; (KOSER)
RECOMMENDATION: ACCEPT THE REPORT FOR INFORMATION.
A-4 RESOLUTION NO. 52-97 APPROVING POLICY FOR PARKING IN -LIEU
PAYMENT PLANS; (KOSER)
RECOMMENDATION: ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 52-97 ESTABLISHING
MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE TERMS FOR NEGOTIATION OF PAYMENT PLANS
FOR PARKING IN -LIEU FEES.
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A-5 RESOLUTION NO. 54-97 APPROVING ASSIGNMENT OF LEASE SITES 87-
88/87W-88W AND 89-89W: GUNTHER/LEAGE/STEINMANN; (ALGERT)
RECOMMENDATION: ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 54-97 APPROVING
ASSIGNMENT OF LEASE AGREEMENTS FOR LEASE SITES 87-88/87W-88W
AND 89/89W.
A-6 RESOLUTION NO. 53-97 APPROVING AMENDMENT TO DEPARTMENTAL
PROCEDURES ALLOWING THE CLOSURE OF NON -SAFETY CITY OFFICES
ON MONDAY - FRIDAY BETWEEN 1:30 P.M. -3:30 P.M.; (NAUMAN)
RECOMMENDATION: ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 53-97 APPROVING
AMENDMENT TO DEPARTMENTAL PROCEDURES.
A-7 REQUEST BY EOC HEALTH SERVICES FOR FACILITY USE FEE WAIVER -
THIS ITEM HAS BEEN PULLED FROM THE AGENDA.
A-8 REQUEST TO AUTHORIZE THE CITY ATTORNEY IN JOINING AS AMICUS
IN FAVOR OF THE CITY OF SAN DIEGO IN RIDER V. CITY OF SAN DIEGO;
(HUNT)
• RECOMMENDATION: AUTHORIZE THE CITY ATTORNEY TO TRANSMIT THE
CITY`S CONSENT AND JOINDER AS AN AMICUS IN FAVOR OF THE CITY
OF SAN DIEGO.
Mayor Novak pulled Item A-1 and A-5 from the Consent Calendar; Councilmember Peters
pulled Item A-4.
MOTION: Councilmember Peirce moved the City Council approve the Consent Calendar
with the exception of Items A-1, A-4, and A-5. The motion was seconded by
Councilmember Anderson and carried unanimously. (5-0)
A-1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF
JUNE 23, 1997; (BAUER)
Mayor Novak addressed a correction made to Item C-2 (Consideration of Options for Video
Broadcasting City Council Meetings), page 7, paragraphs 3 and 4 (the motion), requesting
the deletion of Estero Community Access; she noted the City's present contract is solely with
Alpha Video.
Councilmember Peters also addressed Item C-2, and requested her reason for opposing the
. motion to be recorded in the minutes.
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• MOTION: Mayor Novak moved the City Council approve Item A-1 of the Consent
Calendar as amended. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Peters
and carried unanimously. (5-0)
A-4 RESOLUTION NO. 52-97 APPROVING POLICY FOR PARKING IN -LIEU
PAYMENT PLANS; (KOSER)
Councihmember Peters reviewed for public benefit the terms for negotiation of payment plans
for parking in -lieu fees.
Mayor Novak recommended Council continue discussion of this item after the Unfinished
Business portion of the agenda; Council concurred.
A-5 RESOLUTION NO. 54-97 APPROVING ASSIGNMENT OF LEASE SITES 87-
88/87W-88W AND 89-89W: GUNTHER/LEAGE/STEINMANN; (ALGERT)
City Attorney David Hunt reviewed the process of this assignment and recommended
Council pull this item and reagendize it for a future meeting.
Council concurred, and pulled this item from the Consent Calendar as per Mr. Gunther's
request.
• B. PUBLIC HEARINGS, REPORTS & APPEARANCES
B-1 PRESENTATION BY UNITED STATES COAST GUARD REGARDING MORRO
BAY'S 44-FOOT RESCUE BOAT AND STATION OPERATIONS
The City Council received a presentation by Ben Brown of the United States Coast Guard
regarding Morro Bay's 44-foot rescue boat and station operations.
Mayor Novak opened the hearing for public comment.
Jim Wood expressed concern with the placement of a 44-foot rescue boat and the distance it
will be able to travel out to sea.
Mayor Novak closed the public comment hearing.
This was an informational item only; no action was taken.
B-2 ORDINANCE NO. 461 REVISING VARIOUS MORRO BAY MUNICIPAL
CODES: FIRST READING/INTRODUCTION; (LOVEN)
This item was continued to the July 28, 1997 City Council meeting.
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C. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
C-1 PRESENTATION BY SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY ON CHORRO VALLEY
PIPELINE CONSTRUCTION; (BOUCHER)
Public Works Director Bill Boucher introduced Glen Priddy from the San Luis Obispo
County Flood Control and Water Conservation District who addressed questions received
concerning the installation of potentially "non-standard" sections of pipe along the route of
Segment 2 of the Chorro Valley Pipeline during construction in 1996.
Mr. Priddy assured the Council that the pipe used, while not what was originally ordered is
of an acceptable and equally effective quality and should have an equal lifespan
This was an informational item only; no action was taken.
Mayor Novak called for a break at 8:17 p.m.; the meeting resumed at 8:27 p.m.
C-2 DISCUSSION ON ALLOCATION OF COUNCIL DISCRETIONARY FUNDS
FOR PLAN CHECK AND INSPECTION FEES AND WATER AND SEWER
IMPACT FEES TO ASSIST THE MORRO BAY FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY IN
• THE ADDITION TO THE CITY'S LIBRARY BUILDING; (NAUMAN)
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Acting Planning and Building Director Shauna Nauman requested the City Council discuss
how to distribute the allocation of funds from the Council Discretionary Fund approved on
June 23, 1997 to be transferred to the appropriate revenue accounts to cover the cost of the
library expansion proposed by the Morro Bay Friends of the Library.
Council consensus was to waive the plan check and inspection fees and water and sewer
impact fees for the library expansion. Council directed staff to return with a resolution
waiving these fees.
No further action was taken on this item.
C-3 STATUS REPORT ON PLANNING AND BUILDING DEPARTMENT
OPERATIONS; (NAUMAN)
This item was continued to the July 28, 1997 City Council meeting.
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REGULAR MEETING - JULY 14, 1997
A-4 RESOLUTION NO. 52-97 APPROVING POLICY FOR PARKING IN -LIEU
PAYMENT PLANS; (KOSER)
(Discussion continued from the Consent Calendar)
City Administrator Dave Howell and City Attorney David Hunt made clarification regarding
the proposed policy regarding parking in -lieu payment plans.
MOTION: Councilmember Anderson moved the City Council adopt Resolution No. 52-
97 approving policy for parking in -lieu payment plans. The motion was
seconded by Councilmember Peirce and carried unanimously. (5-0)
D. NEW BUSINESS - NONE.
F. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 8:55 p.m.
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City Clerk
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Mission Statement
The City of Mono Bay is dedicated to the preservation and enhancement of the quality of life. The City shall
be committed to this purpose and will provide a level of municipal service and safety consistent with
and responsive to the needs of the public.
REGULAR MEETING - JUNE 23, 1997; 5:00 P.M.
CLOSED SESSION - JUNE 23, 1997
CITY HALL CONFERENCE ROOM - 5:00 P.M.
595 HARBOR ST., MORRO BAY, CA
CS-1 GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9(Ql CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL
COUNSEL DUE ANTICIPATED LITIGATION; DISCUSS WITH LEGAL
COUNSEL, BASED ON EXISTING FACTS, WHETHER TO INITIATE
LITIGATION AS TO TWO MATTERS.
• PUBLIC SESSION - JUNE 23, 1997
VETERANS MEMORIAL HALL - 6:00 P.M.
209 SURF ST., MORRO BAY, CA
ESTABLISH QUORUM AND CALL TO ORDER
PRAYER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBERS ANNOUNCEMENTS & PRESENTATIONS
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD - Members of the audience wishing to address the
Council on City business matters (other than Public Hearing items under Section B) may
do so at this time.
To increase the effectiveness of the Public Comment Period, the following rules shall be
followed:
• When recognized by the Mayor, please come forward to the podium and state
your name and address for the record. Comments are to be limited to three
minutes.
• All remarks shall be addressed to Council, as a whole, and not to any individual
member thereof.
• No person shall be permitted to make slanderous, profane or personal remarks
against any elected official, commission and/or staff.
COUNCIL DECLARATION OF FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
A. CONSENT CALENDAR
Unless an item is pulled for separate action by the City Council, the following actions are
approved without discussion.
A-1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
OF JUNE 9, 1997
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as submitted.
A-2 STATEMENT OF CASH AND INVESTMENTS - MAY 1997
RECOMMENDATION: Receive for information.
• A-3 EXPENDITURE REPORT - MAY 1997
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as submitted.
•
A-4 COST ALLOCATION PLAN UPDATE FOR FISCAL YEAR 1996/97
RECOMMENDATION: Accept the Cost Allocation Update for use in Fiscal Year
1997/98.
A-5 ASSIGNMENT AND ASSUMPTION OF LEASE SITE 87-89/87W-89W
RECOMMENDATION: This item has been pulled from the agenda.
A-6 RESOLUTION NO. 46-97 APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR GRANT
FUNDING FOR THE QUINTANA ROAD RIPARIAN CORRIDOR
ENHANCEMENT PROJECT
RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution No. 46-97, and authorize the Mayor
to sign the application.
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• A-7 PROCLAMATION DECLARING JUNE 1997 AS "RESOURCES FOR YOUTH
MONTH"
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt the proclamation.
A-8 RESOLUTION NO. 50-97 APPROVING FUNDING FOR ENTRANCE SIGNS
ADVERTISING CITY EVENTS, AND APPROVAL OF FUNDING FOR
TROLLEY ADVERTISING
RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution No. 50-97.
B. PUBLIC HEARINGS REPORTS & APPEARANCES
B-1 RESOLUTION NO. 48-97 ADOPTING APPROPRIATION LIMIT
CALCULATION FOR FISCAL YEAR 1997/98
RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution No. 48-97.
B-2 ISSUANCE OF ARCADE PERMIT FOR 231 ATASCADERO ROAD
is RECOMMENDATION: Approve the Business License Application to operate a
video arcade at 231 Atascadero Road that is in compliance with established
operating conditions and the City Municipal Code.
•
B-3 RESOLUTION NO. 47-97 APPROVING INTENT TO LEVY THE ANNUAL
ASSESSMENT FOR THE MAINTENANCE OF THE NORTH POINT
NATURAL AREA, AND APPROVAL OF THE ENGINEERS REPORT
RECOMMENDATION: Review and approve the Engineers Report, and adopt
Resolution No. 47-97 declaring the intent to levy the annual assessment for
the maintenance of the North Point Natural Area.
B-4 RESOLUTION NO. 49-97 APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR GRANT
FUNDS FOR THE COASTAL RESOURCES GRANT PROGRAM (AB 1431)
FOR PREPARATION OF A LOCAL COASTAL PLAN/GENERAL PLAN
UPDATE
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 49-97 approving the City's grant
application.
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• C. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
C-1 ORDINANCE NO. 459 REVISING SECTIONS OF THE MORRO BAY
MUNICIPAL CODE; SECOND READING/ADOPTION
RECOMMENDATION: Approve second reading and adoption of Ordinance No.
459.
C-2 CONSIDERATION OF OPTIONS FOR VIDEO BROADCASTING OF CITY
COUNCIL MEETINGS
RECOMMENDATION: Direct staff accordingly.
C-3 PRESENTATION BY CITY ATTORNEY REGARDING STATUS OF DEN
DULK (KING) PROPERTY
RECOMMENDATION: Receive for information.
C-4 CONSIDERATION OF INCREASE IN HOURLY RATE PAID TO LAIDLAW
FOR TROLLEY SERVICES
• RECOMMENDATION: Approve the rate increase to $12.17 per hour for the 1997
Trolley Season.
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D. NEW BUSINESS
D-1 CONSIDERATION OF INCREASE TO ACCOUNT BASE USED IN
CALCULATING MONTHLY FEE FOR CURBSIDE RECYCLING
RECOMMENDATION: Consider RALCCO's request for an increase in the
account base to 4,687 retroactive to January 1997, and consider the
restructuring of the garbage rate system.
D-2 RESOLUTION NO. 51-97 REQUESTING WATER EQUIVALENCY UNITS
TO BE AWARDED TO MORRO BAY FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY FROM
CITY BANK, AND REQUEST FOR BUILDING PERMIT FEE WAIVER BY
MORRO BAY FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY
RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution No. 51-97 awarding 0.05 water
equivalency units from the retrofit program "bank" for a 288 sq. ft. addition
to the city library.
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• D-3 CONSIDERATION OF PENDING VACANCY ON PLANNING
COMMISSION
RECOMMENDATION: Accept Commissioner's resignation and advertise for new
applicants or appoint from previous list of applicants.
D-4 PROPOSAL TO CLOSE CITY OFFICES DURING SPECIFIED TIMES
RECOMMENDATION: Review and approve proposal to close non-public safety
response offices to the public during the hours of 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.,
Monday through Friday, to allow staff to focus, uninterrupted, on specific
projects as a means to increase overall efficiency and productivity.
E. ADJOURNMENT
THIS AGENDA IS SUBJECT TO AMENDMENT UP TO 72 HOURS PRIOR TO THE
DATE AND TIME SET FOR THE MEETING. PLEASE REFER TO THE AGENDA
• POSTED AT CITY HALL FOR ANY REVISIONS OR CALL THE CLERK'S OFFICE
AT 772-6200 FOR FURTHER INFORMATION.
•
COPIES OF STAFF REPORTS OR OTHER PUBLIC DOCUMENTATION
RELATING TO EACH ITEM OF BUSINESS REFERRED TO ON THIS AGENDA
ARE ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK AND AVAILABLE FOR
PUBLIC INSPECTION AND REPRODUCTION AT COST AT CITY HALL,
LIBRARY, AND MILLS STATIONERY.
IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, IF YOU
NEED SPECIAL ASSISTANCE TO PARTICIPATE IN A CITY MEETING, PLEASE
CONTACT THE CITY CLERK'S OFFICE AT LEAST 24 HOURS PRIOR TO THE
MEETING TO INSURE THAT REASONABLE ARRANGEMENTS CAN BE MADE
TO PROVIDE ACCESSIBILITY TO THE MEETING.
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CLOSED SESSION - JUNE 23,1997
CITY HALL CONFERENCE ROOM - 5:00 P.M.
Mayor Novak called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m.
PRESENT: Cathy Novak
Mayor
Rodger Anderson
Councilmember
William Peirce
Councilmember
Janice Peters
Councilmember
ABSENT: Dave Elliott
Councilmember
STAFF: Bill Boucher
Acting City Administrator
David Hunt
City Attorney
CLOSED SESSION
MOTION: Councilmember Peirce moved the meeting be adjourned to Closed Session.
The motion was seconded by Councilmember Peters and unanimously carried.
(4-0)
• Mayor Novak read the Closed Session statement.
CS-1 GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9(C); CONFERENCE WITH
LEGAL COUNSEL DUE ANTICIPATED LITIGATION; DISCUSS WITH
LEGAL COUNSEL, BASED ON EXISTING FACTS, WHETHER TO INITIATE
LITIGATION AS TO TWO MATTERS.
The meeting adjourned to Closed Session at 5:00 p.m. and returned to regular session at 5:50
p.m.
MOTION: Councilmember Anderson moved the meeting be adjourned. The motion was
seconded by Councilmember Peters and unanimously carried. (4-0)
The meeting adjourned at 5:50 p.m.
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REGULAR MEETING - JUNE 23,1997
VETERANS MEMORIAL HALL - 6:00 P.M.
Mayor Novak called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
ESTABLISH QUORUM AND CALL TO ORDER
PRAYER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
MAYOR'S REPORTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
CITY ATTORNEY CLOSED SESSION REPORT:
City Attorney David Hunt reported the City Council has authorized the City Attorney's office
to commence litigation on one matter; should the litigation be formally commenced, the
particulars of that litigation will then become open to public information.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Warren Dorn requested the City Council agendize discussion on the Harbor Plan and the
proposed Mono Creek Crossing.
• Mary Phillips requested the City Council agendize discussion on water rates for users of 1-3
units; she noted this issue was previously requested by a former Councilmember. She also
addressed the appeal hearing process regarding the parking violation she received.
Colby Crotzer addressed Council regarding follow-up on a Future Agenda Item requested by
himself in November 1996 regarding water billing for 1-3 units of water. He also addressed
derogative comments made by Councilmember Elliott directed to Mr. Crotzer; Mr. Crotzer
would like an apologize, and also stated it is not good policy to allow degradation such as
this at a public meeting.
Art Stansbury addressed Council regarding concerned property owners in the Atascadero
Beach Tract; he referred to the Morro Bay Municipal Code relating to height limits in their
tract, and noted two story buildings have been allowed without their knowledge of a change
in the code.
Joe Giannini asked if a two-lane bridge is proposed in the Harbor Plan; Mayor Novak
responded a bridge is proposed for emergency vehicle use only.
Steve Mathieu addressed Item C-2 (Consideration of Options for Video Broadcasting of City
Council Meetings) and stated he is available for questions regarding Estero Community
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• Jim Wood expressed opposition to the two-lane bridge proposed in the Harbor Plan stating it
will negatively affect the City's downtown area.
Mayor Novak closed the public comment period.
DECLARATION OF FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Councilmember Peters requested the City Council agendize a resolution in support of the
(805) area code as referenced in a letter received from Senator Jack O'Connell.
A. CONSENT CALENDAR
Unless an item is pulled for separate action by the City Council, the following actions are
approved without discussion.
A-1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL
MEETING OF JUNE 9,1997
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as submitted.
A-2 STATEMENT OF CASH AND INVESTMENTS - MAY 1997
• RECOMMENDATION: Receive for information.
A-3 EXPENDITURE REPORT - MAY 1997
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as submitted.
A-4 COST ALLOCATION PLAN UPDATE FOR FISCAL YEAR 1996/97
RECOMMENDATION: Accept the Cost Allocation Update for use in Fiscal Year 1997/98.
A-5 ASSIGNMENT AND ASSUMPTION OF LEASE SITE 87-89/87W-89W
RECOMMENDATION: This item has been pulled from the agenda.
A-6 RESOLUTION NO. 46-97 APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR GRANT
FUNDING FOR THE QUINTANA ROAD RIPARIAN CORRIDOR
ENHANCEMENT PROJECT
RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution No. 46-97, and authorize the Mayor to sign
the application.
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• A-7 PROCLAMATION DECLARING NNE 1997 AS "RESOURCES FOR
YOUTH MONTH"
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt the proclamation.
A-8 RESOLUTION NO. 50-97 APPROVING FUNDING FOR ENTRANCE SIGNS
ADVERTISING CITY EVENTS, AND APPROVAL OF FUNDING FOR
TROLLEY ADVERTISING
RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution No. 50-97.
Councilmember Peters pulled Item A-1 from the Consent Calendar.
MOTION: Councilmember Anderson moved the City Council approve the Consent
Calendar with the exception of Items A-1 and A-5. The motion was seconded
by Councilmember Peirce and carried unanimously. (4-0)
A-1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL
MEETING OF NNE 9, 1997
Councilmember Peters referred to page 6, paragraph 9, stating she would like clarification
• made that the discussion regarding the City Administrator salary was not met with a
unanimous conclusion.
Mayor Novak also referred to page 6, paragraph 10, requesting the word "additional" be
added prior to funding.
MOTION: Councilmember Anderson moved the City Council approve Item A-1 as
amended. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Peirce and carried
unanimously. (4-0)
B. PUBLIC HEARINGS, REPORTS & APPEARANCES
B-1 RESOLUTION NO. 48-97 ADOPTING APPROPRIATION LIMIT
CALCULATION FOR FISCAL YEAR 1997/98
Finance Director Jim Koser reviewed the Appropriation Limit Calculation for Fiscal Year
1997/98, and stated adoption of an annual appropriation limit is required by state law. He
noted based on the calculation presented to Council, the City of Morro Bay remains well
under its appropriation limit. Mr. Koser recommended Council adopt Resolution No.48-97
approving the Appropriation Limit Calculation for Fiscal Year 1997/98.
• Mayor Novak opened the hearing for public comment; there were no comments and the
public hearing was closed.
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• MOTION: Councilmember Anderson moved the City Council adopt Resolution No. 48-
97 approving the Appropriation Limit Calculation for Fiscal Year 1997/98.
The motion was seconded by Councilmember Peirce and carried unanimously.
(4-0)
B-2 ISSUANCE OF ARCADE PERMIT FOR 231 ATASCADERO ROAD
Police Chief Joe Loven reviewed the business license application to operate a video arcade at
231 Atascadero Road which is in compliance with established operating conditions and the
Mono Bay Municipal Code. Chief Loven recommended Council review the license
application, open for public comment, and approve the operation of an arcade at this location.
Mayor Novak opened the hearing for public comment; there were no comments and the
public hearing was closed.
MOTION: Councilmember Peters moved the City Council approve the business license
application to operate a video arcade at 231 Atascadero Road. The motion
was seconded by Councilmember Anderson and carried unanimously. (4-0)
B-3 RESOLUTION NO. 47-97 APPROVING INTENT TO LEVY THE ANNUAL
ASSESSMENT FOR THE MAINTENANCE OF THE NORTH POINT
• NATURAL AREA, AND APPROVAL OF THE ENGINEERS REPORT
•
Recreation & Parks Director Andrea Lueker reviewed the Engineers Report which outlines
the annual costs of maintaining the North Point Natural Area. She noted the fiscal impact of
the North Point Natural Area will total $5,645 for Fiscal Year 1997/98; these costs will be
offset by the collection of the assessment for the same amount. Ms. Lueker recommended
Council adopt Resolution No. 47-97 approving the intent to levy the annual assessment for
the maintenance of the North Point Natural Area, and approval of the Engineers Report.
Mayor Novak opened the hearing for public comment; there were no comments and the
public hearing was closed.
MOTION: Councilmember Anderson moved the City Council adopt Resolution No. 47-
97 approving the intent to levy the annual assessment for the maintenance of
the North Point Natural Area, and approval of the Engineers Report. The
motion was seconded by Councilmember Peirce and carried unanimously.
(4-0)
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is B-4 RESOLUTION NO. 49-97 APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR GRANT
FUNDS FOR THE COASTAL RESOURCES GRANT PROGRAM (AB 1431)
FOR PREPARATION OF A LOCAL COASTAL PLAN/ GENERAL PLAN
UPDATE
Acting Planning and Building Director Shauna Nauman reviewed the 1997/98 Coastal
Resources Grant Application. She stated this program was activated through the enactment of
Assembly Bill 1431, which will make excess Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act funding
available for appropriation for Resources Agency grants to coastal counties and cities
impacted by the effects of offshore energy development. Ms. Nauman noted there are no
capital funds to be expended by the City, and recommended adoption of Resolution No. 49-
97 approving the City's grant application.
Mayor Novak opened the hearing for public comment; there were no comments and the
public hearing was closed.
MOTION: Councilmember Peirce moved the City Council adopt Resolution No. 49-97
approving the application for grant funds for the Coastal Resources Grant
Program (AB 1431) for preparation of a Local Coastal Plan/General Plan
update. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Anderson and carried
unanimously. (4-0)
• C. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
•
C-1 ORDINANCE NO. 459 REVISING SECTIONS OF THE MORRO BAY
MUNICIPAL CODE; SECOND READING/ADOPTION
Acting City Administrator Bill Boucher recommended the City Council approve the second
reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 459 revising various sections of the Morro Bay
Municipal Code.
MOTION: Councilmember Peters moved the City Council approve the second reading
and adoption of Ordinance No. 459 revising various sections of the Morro
Bay Municipal Code. The motion was seconded by Councilmember
Anderson and carried unanimously. (4-0)
Acting City Administrator Bill Boucher read Ordinance No. 459 by number and title only.
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• C-2 CONSIDERATION OF OPTIONS FOR VIDEO BROADCASTING OF CITY
COUNCIL MEETINGS
Public Works Director Bill Boucher reviewed the following options for selection to continue
the video broadcasting of City Council meetings: 1) Continue with Alpha Video; 2) advertise
and accept bids for video contract; or 3) award service to another entity. Mr. Boucher
recommended Council review the options and direct staff accordingly.
Council requested comments from Pat Renshaw of Alpha Video and Steve Mathieu of Estero
Community Access regarding the continuation of their services.
Mayor Novak recommended continuing the contract with Alpha Video for three months, and
have the Public Works Advisory Board review PEG access during this time.
Councilmember Peters recommended the consideration of Estero Community Access for this
contract.
MOTION: Councilmember Anderson moved the City Council continue the contract with
Alpha Video for the months of July, August, and September; and direct staff
to agendize the review of PEG access before the Public Works Advisory
Board, and return their comments to the City Council by September 22, 1997.
• The motion was seconded by Councilmember Peirce and carried with
Councilmember Peters voting no. (3-1)
•
C-3 PRESENTATION BY CITY ATTORNEY REGARDING STATUS OF DEN
DULK (KING) PROPERTY
Mayor Novak stepped down due to a conflict of interest.
City Attorney David Hunt reviewed the status of the Den Dulk (King) property for Council
and the public's information.
This was an informational item, and no action was taken. Mayor Novak returned to her seat
with the Council.
C-4 CONSIDERATION OF INCREASE IN HOURLY RATE PAID TO LAIDLAW
FOR TROLLEY SERVICES
Administrative Assistant Janeen Burlingame reviewed the consideration of increase in the
hourly rate paid to Laidlaw for trolley services. Approval of this request would result in a
$1.12 per hour increase to the current hourly rate for an overall increase of $719.55 to the
contractor cost for the 1997 trolley season. Ms. Burlingame recommended Council
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• consider Laidlaw's request and approve the rate increase to $12.17 per hour for the 1997
Trolley Season.
MOTION: Councilmember Peters moved the City Council approve the hourly rate paid to
Laidlaw in the amount of $12.17 per hour for the 1997 Trolley Season. The
motion was seconded by Councilmember Peirce and carried unanimously.
(4-0)
D. NEW BUSINESS
D-1 CONSIDERATION OF INCREASE TO ACCOUNT BASE USED IN
CALCULATING MONTHLY FEE FOR CURBSIDE RECYCLING
Administrative Assistant Janeen Burlingame reviewed the request of RALCCO for an
increase in the account base from 4,415 to 4,687, retroactive to January 1997, in order to
properly reflect the average increase of approximately 5 accounts per month as indicated by
the monthly tonnage report from Morro Bay Garbage Service. Ms. Burlingame
recommended Council consider RALCCO's request and the restructuring of the garbage rate
system, and direct staff accordingly.
MOTION: Councilmember Peters moved the City Council approve the request of
RALCCO for an increase in the account base from 4,415 to 4,687, retroactive
• to January 1997; and direct staff to agendize discussion on the garbage rate
restructuring before the Public Works Advisory Board. The motion was
seconded by Councilmember Anderson and carried unanimously. (4-0)
D-2 RESOLUTION NO. 51-97 REQUESTING WATER EQUIVALENCY UNITS
TO BE AWARDED TO MORRO BAY FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY FROM
CITY BANK, AND REQUEST FOR BUILDING PERMIT FEE WAIVER BY
MORRO BAY FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY
Acting Planning and Building Director Shauna Nauman reviewed the request by the Morro
Bay Friends of the Library for 1) an award of 0.05 water equivalency units from the retrofit
bank for a 288 square foot addition to the Morro Bay Library; 2) a waiver of water and sewer
impact fees: and 3) a waiver of plan check and inspection fees. Ms. Nauman recommended
Council approve Resolution No. 51-97 awarding 0.05 water equivalency units from the
retrofit program "bank" for a 288 sq. ft. addition to the city library, and deny the requests for
fee waivers for water and sewer impact fees and plan check and inspection fees.
Councilmember Anderson requested $500 be funded from his Council discretionary funds to
assist in the plan check and inspection fees and water and sewer impact fees.
• Councilmember Peters requested $50 be funded from her Council discretionary funds to also
assist in the noted fees.
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• Council consensus was to approve the award of water equivalency units, and requested staff
agendize the discussion of allocation of Council discretionary funds to cover the fees.
MOTION: Mayor Novak moved the City Council approve Resolution No. 51-97
awarding 0.05 water equivalency units from the retrofit program "bank" for a
288 sq. It addition to the city library. The motion was seconded by
Councilmember Peirce and carried unanimously. (4-0)
D-3 CONSIDERATION OF PENDING VACANCY ON PLANNING
COMMISSION
Acting City Administrator Bill Boucher requested Council accept Planning Commissioner
Ernie Berg's resignation from the Planning Commission, and direct staff to advertise for new
applicants or consider an appointment based on a previous list of applicants. Mr. Boucher
also noted the City has received a letter of resignation from J. Kent Butler who sits on the
Public Works Advisory Board.
Council requested staff set a date for interviews to fill the vacancies on the Planning
Commission and Public Works Advisory Board upon the City Administrator's return; and
then agendize the matter before the City Council.
• No further action was taken on this matter.
D-4 PROPOSAL TO CLOSE CITY OFFICES DURING SPECIFIED TIMES
Acting Planning and Building Director Shauna Nauman reviewed the proposal to close non-
public safety response offices in the City to the public during the hours of 1:30 p.m. - 3:30
p.m., Monday through Friday, to allow staff time to focus, uninterrupted, on specific projects
as a means to increase overall efficiency and productivity. Ms. Nauman recommended
Council review the proposal, and direct staff accordingly.
MOTION: Councilmember Peters moved the City Council approve the proposal to close
non-public safety response offices in the City to the public during the hours of
1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, effective July 7, 1997. The
motion was seconded by Councilmember Peirce and carried unanimously.
(4-0)
F. ADJOURNMENT - The meeting adjourned at 8:55 p.m.
Recorded by:
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City Clerk
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Mission Statement
The City of Morro Bay is dedicated to the preservation and enhancement of the quality of life. The City shall
be committed to this purpose and will provide level of municipal service and safety consistent with
and responsive to the needs of the public.
REGULAR MEETING - JUNE 9, 1997
VETERANS MEMORIAL HALL - 6:00 P.M.
209 SURF ST., MORRO BAY, CA
ESTABLISH QUORUM AND CALL TO ORDER
PRAYER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBERS ANNOUNCEMENTS & PRESENTATIONS
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD - Members of the audience wishing to address the Council
on City business matters (other than Public Hearing items under Section B) may do so at this
time.
• To increase the effectiveness of the Public Comment Period, the following rules shall be
followed:
• When recognized by the Mayor, please come forward to the podium and state your
name and address for the record. Comments are to be limited to three minutes.
• All remarks shall be addressed to Council, as a whole, and not to any individual
member thereof.
• No person shall be permitted to make slanderous, profane or personal remarks against
any elected official, commission and/or staff.
COUNCIL DECLARATION OF FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
A. CONSENT CALENDAR
Unless an item is pulled for separate action by the City Council, the following actions are
approved without discussion.
A-1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF
MAY 27, 1997; (BAUER)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as submitted.
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A-2 RESOLUTION NO. 39-97 ADOPTING PERS EMPLOYER PICKUP PRE-TAX
• DEDUCTION PLAN FOR SERVICE CREDIT PURCHASES; (DAVIS)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution No. 39-97 adopting a pre-tax payroll plan for
retirement service credit purchases.
A-3 RESOLUTION NO. 40-97 APPROVING INSTALLATION OF STOP SIGNS AT
MORRO BAY BOULEVARD AND SHASTA AVENUE AND MORRO BAY
BOULEVARD AND MONTEREY AVENUE; RESOLUTION NO. 43-97
APPROVING THE DELETION OF A LOADING ZONE ON MORRO BAY
BOULEVARD; AND RESOLUTION NO. 44-97 APPROVING THE
ALLOCATION OF FUNDS FROM THE TRANSIENT VENDOR TAX FUND FOR
MORRO BAY BOULEVARD IMPROVEMENTS; (BOUCHER)
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 40-97 authorizing stop sign installations on
Morro Bay Boulevard at Monterey and Shasta Avenues; adopt Resolution No. 43-97
approving deletion of a loading zone; and adopt Resolution No. 44-97 allocating
monies from the Transient Vendor Tax Fund for Morro Bay Boulevard
improvements.
• A-4 RESOLUTION NO. 38-97 APPROVING PARTICIPATION IN THE CENTRAL
COAST RECYCLE MARKET DEVELOPMENT ZONE; (BOUCHER)
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 38-97 clarifying approval of the City's
participation in the Central Coast Recycling Market Development Zone.
A-5 PROCLAMATION IN SUPPORT OF THE NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM
RENOVATION; (BAUER)
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt proclamation.
A-6 PROCLAMATION ON DECLARING JUNE 16, 1997 AS "SPECIAL
OLYMPICSILAW ENFORCEMENT TORCH RUN DAY'; (BAUER)
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt proclamation.
A-7 RESOLUTION NO. 45-97 APPROVING THE STATE WATER PROJECT
DROUGHT BUFFER AGREEMENT; (BOUCHER)
• RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 45-97 approving the State Water Project
Drought Buffer Agreement.
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• PUBLIC HEARINGS. REPORTS & APPEARANCES
B-1 PRESENTATION OF THE FISCAL YEAR 1997/98 AND 1998/1999 BUDGETS;
RESOLUTION NO. 42-97 ADOPTING THE 1997/98 FISCAL YEAR BUDGET;
AND SEPARATE REPORTS ON CITY EXPENDITURE HISTORY FOR
ENGINEERING SERVICES, AND CITY ADMINISTRATOR SALARY; (KOSER)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution No. 42-97 adopting the Fiscal Year 1997/98
Budget, and receive further budget information.
B-2 RESOLUTION NO.41-97 AMENDING THE MASTER FEE SCHEDULE TO ADD
A WATER SERVICE APPLICATION FEE; (KOSER)
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 41-97 amending the Fiscal Year 1996/97
and 1997/98 Master Fee Schedule by adding a $25.00 Water Service Application Fee.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
C-1 ORDINANCE NO. 459 REVISING SECTIONS OF THE MORRO BAY
• MUNICIPAL CODE; SECOND READING/ADOPTION - THIS ITEM HAS
BEEN CONTINUED TO THE JUNE 23, 1997 CITY COUNCIL MEETING
•
C-2 ORDINANCE NO. 460 AMENDING CHAPTERS 2.16 AND 2.20 OF THE
MORRO BAY MUNICIPAL CODE PROVIDING A DESCRIPTION OF THE
OFFICE OF CITY ATTORNEY, THE DUTIES OF THE OFFICE AND
COMPENSATION FOR THE OFFICE; SECOND READING/ADOPTION -
(HUNT)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve second reading and adoption of Ordinance. No. 460.
NEW BUSINESS
D-1 PRESENTATION BY MAYOR NOVAK REGARDING CITY EVENT SIGNS;
(NOVAK)
RECOMMENDATION: Receive information.
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THIS AGENDA IS SUBJECT TO AMENDMENT UP TO 72 HOURS PRIOR TO THE
DATE AND TIME SET FOR THE MEETING. PLEASE REFER TO THE AGENDA
POSTED AT CITY HALL FOR ANY REVISIONS OR CALL THE CLERK'S OFFICE AT
772-6200 FOR FURTHER INFORMATION.
COPIES OF STAFF REPORTS OR OTHER PUBLIC DOCUMENTATION RELATING
TO EACH ITEM OF BUSINESS REFERRED TO ON THIS AGENDA ARE ON FILE IN
THE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK AND AVAILABLE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION
AND REPRODUCTION AT COST AT CITY HALL, LIBRARY, AND MILLS
STATIONERY.
IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, IF YOU NEED
• SPECIAL ASSISTANCE TO PARTICIPATE IN A CITY MEETING, PLEASE CONTACT
THE CITY CLERK'S OFFICE AT LEAST 24 HOURS PRIOR TO THE MEETING TO
INSURE THAT REASONABLE ARRANGEMENTS CAN BE MADE TO PROVIDE
ACCESSIBILITY TO THE MEETING.
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• MINUTES - MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING - JUNE 9, 1997
VETERANS MEMORIAL HALL - 6:00 P.M.
Mayor Novak called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
ESTABLISH QUORUM AND CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
MAYOR'S REPORTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
PUBLIC COMMENT
Harry Rogers offered to pay for two days of lunches for the Agape Group who will be
painting city buildings. He also said it is a pleasure to see the efforts made by the Public
Works Department on tree removals and sidewalk repairs around the City.
• Charlie Palmer offered $30 for lunches for the Agape Group. He also addressed City
salaries.
Mary Phillips addressed a vehicle citation received from the Police Department and
requested an administrative hearing regarding this issue. She said she parks her vehicle
the way she does to manage her handicap.
Colby Crotzer addressed Consent Calendar Item A-7 (Resolution No. 45-97 approving
the State Water Project Drought Buffer Agreement) and stated the contents should be
open to public comment.
John Barta also addressed Item A-7 stating limiting the 1,313 acre feet is not addressed in
the agreements.
Pastor Jim Berg of the Calvary Evangelical Church addressed Council on his dealing with
the Planning Department regarding the expansion to his church. He said the planning
process is swamped and time consuming and will be more expensive than the expansion
itself.
Bill Olson stated the agreement addressed in Consent Calendar Item A-7 regarding State
• Water was made public at the Public Works Advisory Board meeting.
Paul Twedt saluted the DARE program.
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DECLARATION OF FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Mayor Novak requested an update on changing the Waterfront Master Plan language to
delete the Coleman Drive boat launch ramp.
Councilmember Elliott requested a review of the Planning Department permit process;
Mayor Novak responded there is an item coming to Council for review of limiting City
office hours, and this issue may be addressed at that time.
A. CONSENT CALENDAR
Unless an item is pulled for separate action by the City Council, the following actions are
approved without discussion.
A-1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
OF MAY 27, 1997; (BAUER)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as submitted.
• A-2 RESOLUTION NO. 39-97 ADOPTING PERS EMPLOYER PICKUP PRE-TAX
DEDUCTION PLAN FOR SERVICE CREDIT PURCHASES; (DAVIS)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution No. 39-97 adopting a pre-tax payroll plan
for retirement service credit purchases.
A-3 RESOLUTION NO. 40-97 APPROVING INSTALLATION OF STOP SIGNS
AT MORRO BAY BOULEVARD AND SHASTA AVENUE AND MORRO
BAY BOULEVARD AND MONTEREY AVENUE; RESOLUTION NO. 43-97
APPROVING THE DELETION OF A LOADING ZONE ON MORRO BAY
BOULEVARD; AND RESOLUTION NO. 44-97 APPROVING THE
ALLOCATION OF FUNDS FROM THE TRANSIENT VENDOR TAX FUND
FOR MORRO BAY BOULEVARD IMPROVEMENTS; (BOUCHER)
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 40-97 authorizing stop sign
installations on Morro Bay Boulevard at Monterey and Shasta Avenues; adopt
Resolution No. 43-97 approving deletion of a loading zone; and adopt Resolution
No. 44-97 allocating monies from the Transient Vendor Tax Fund for Morro Bay
Boulevard improvements.
A-4 RESOLUTION NO. 38-97 APPROVING PARTICIPATION IN THE CENTRAL
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• RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 38-97 clarifying approval of the
City's participation in the Central Coast Recycling Market Development Zone.
A-5 PROCLAMATION IN SUPPORT OF THE NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM
RENOVATION; (BAUER)
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt proclamation.
A-6 PROCLAMATION ON DECLARING JUNE 16, 1997 AS "SPECIAL
OLYMPICS/LAW ENFORCEMENT TORCH RUN DAY'; (BAUER)
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt proclamation.
A-7 RESOLUTION NO. 45-97 APPROVING THE STATE WATER PROJECT
DROUGHT BUFFER AGREEMENT; (BOUCHER)
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 45-97 approving the State Water
Project Drought Buffer Agreement.
Councilmember Anderson pulled Item A-1 from the Consent Calendar; Councilmember
• Peters pulled Items A-3 and A-7; and Councilmember Peirce pulled Item A-4.
MOTION: Councilmember Elliott moved the City Council approve the Consent
Calendar with the exception of Items A-1, A-3, A-4, and A-7. The motion
was seconded by Councilmember Anderson and carried unanimously. (5 -0)
A-1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
OF MAY 27, 1997; (BAUER)
Councilmember Anderson made a correction to Closed Session Item CS-2 stating it
should refer to Nelson/Garris.
MOTION: Councilmember Anderson moved the City Council approve the Minutes of
the May 27, 1997 City Council meeting as amended. The motion was
seconded by Councilmember Peirce and carried unanimously. (5-0)
A-3 RESOLUTION NO. 40-97 APPROVING INSTALLATION OF STOP SIGNS
AT MORRO BAY BOULEVARD AND SHASTA AVENUE AND MORRO
BAY BOULEVARD AND MONTEREY AVENUE; RESOLUTION NO. 43-97
APPROVING THE DELETION OF A LOADING ZONE ON MORRO BAY
BOULEVARD; AND RESOLUTION NO. 44-97 APPROVING THE
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FOR MORRO BAY BOULEVARD IMPROVEMENTS; (BOUCHER)
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Councilmember Peters stated she does not believe the installation of stop signs on Morro
Bay Boulevard at Shasta and Monterey Avenues will help the Old Town business district.
Councilmember Anderson stated stop signs will add distance for parking and make
Morro Bay Boulevard more pedestrian -friendly; he would like to try it on a trial basis.
Mayor Novak stated she believes the business district supports these stop signs.
Councilmember Elliott stated the stop signs will make Morro Bay Boulevard consistent,
and will allow tourists to see the Old Town area.
Councilmember Peirce stated the current stop signs have created some misconceptions
and further stop signs are not necessary.
MOTION: Councilmember Anderson moved the City Council adopt Resolution No.
40-97 approving the installation of stop signs at Mono Bay Boulevard and
Shasta Avenue and Mono Bay Boulevard and Monterey Avenue; adopt
Resolution No. 43-97 approving the deletion of a loading zone on Mono
Bay Boulevard; and adopt Resolution No. 44-97 approving the allocation
• of funds from the Transient Vendor Tax Fund for Mono Bay Boulevard
improvements. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Elliott and
carried with Councilmember Peirce and Councilmember Peters voting no.
(3-2)
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A-4 RESOLUTION NO. 38-97 APPROVING PARTICIPATION IN THE CENTRAL
COAST RECYCLE MARKET DEVELOPMENT ZONE; (BOUCHER)
Councilmember Peirce asked for clarification on this issue.
Public Works Director Bill Boucher reviewed the low interest loan program available
through the Integrated Waste Management Authority to promote the recycling market
development.
MOTION: Councilmember Peirce moved the City Council adopt Resolution No. 38-
97 approving participation in the Central Coast Recycle Market
Development Zone. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Elliott
and carried unanimously. (5-0)
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• A-7 RESOLUTION NO. 45-97 APPROVING THE STATE WATER PROJECT
DROUGHT BUFFER AGREEMENT; (BOUCHER)
Councilmember Peters asked for clarification on the term "turn back".
Public Works Director Bill Boucher responded the term "turn back" is an annual process
where an entity can turn -back an amount of water that is not intend to have delivered.
Councilmember Peters also asked about the limited use of the desalination plant.
Mr. Boucher responded the plant is not an issue with the use of the Chorro wells.
City Attorney David Hunt also referenced historical information on negotiations with San
Luis Obispo County for the purchase of State Water.
MOTION: Councilmember Elliott moved the City Council adopt Resolution No. 45-
97 approving the State Water Project Drought Buffer Agreement. The
motion was seconded by Councilmember Anderson and carried
unanimously. (5-0)
• B. PUBLIC HEARINGS, REPORTS & APPEARANCES
•
B-1 PRESENTATION OF THE FISCAL YEAR 1997/98 AND 1998/1999
BUDGETS; RESOLUTION NO. 42-97 ADOPTING THE 1997/98 FISCAL
YEAR BUDGET; AND SEPARATE REPORTS ON CITY EXPENDITURE
HISTORY FOR ENGINEERING SERVICES, AND CITY ADMINISTRATOR
SALARY; (KOSER)
Finance Director Jim Koser stated the adoption of the Fiscal Year 1997/98 Budget will
establish the estimated revenue goals and expenditure limits for the upcoming fiscal year
and implement the financial plan of the City. He recommended the Council review and
discuss any remaining budgetary issues; direct staff to modify the budget, as appropriate,
and adopt the Fiscal Year 1997/98 Budget.
Mayor Novak opened the hearing for public comment.
Jonni Biaggini, Visitors Conference Bureau, addressed the comparison of gross lodging
sales and Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) for Morro Bay, and requested Council not
adopt the budget as proposed.
Charles Palmer addressed City water revenues stating the reports show they are low.
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Ed Biaggini addressed the TOT revenues stating the figures proposed to Council are not
accurate.
John Woodruff stated if Council is not clear on the figures proposed, then do not adopt
the budget until it is clarified.
John Barta stated the Community Promotions Committee budget shows there is a
fundamental difference between General Fund expenditures and Community Promotions
funds. He noted investing in promotions will benefit the City in the long run.
Harry Rogers stated Council needs more information before adopting this budget.
Jim Ross stated it is not fair that government employees receive higher salaries than
private industry employees.
Suedene Walker stated the request made by the Chamber of Commerce is very important
to maintain their services. She noted Chamber employees have not had a pay increase in
four years and do not receive benefits.
Mary Phillips stated cost -of -living increases make the rich become richer.
• Mayor Novak closed the public comment period, and called for a break taken at 8:00
p.m.; the meeting resumed at 8:15 p.m.
Council discussed and arrived at consensus on the following issues:
Promotions - funding needed prior to benefits received; review TOT
revenues in November;
Engineering Services - maintain current service contract with North Coast
Engineering.
Council discussed, but did not arrive at consensus on the following issue:
City Administrator Salary - leave salary as previously advertised
(Vote: 3-2/Councilmember Peirce and Councilmember Peters voting no).
Council allocated the following additional funding for the Fiscal Year 1997/98 Budget:
1) Community Promotions Committee - $14,000
2) Visitors Conference Bureau - $12,000
3) Chamber of Commerce - $9,000
MOTION: Councilmember Anderson moved the City Council approve Resolution
No. 42-97 adopting the Fiscal Year 1997/98 as amended. The motion was
• seconded by Councilmember Elliott and carried unanimously. (5-0)
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Mayor Novak called for a break taken at 10:04 p.m.; the meeting resumed at 10:09 p.m.
B-2 RESOLUTION NO. 41-97 AMENDING THE MASTER FEE SCHEDULE TO
ADD A WATER SERVICE APPLICATION FEE; (KOSER)
Finance Director Jim Koser stated the proposed $25.00 Water Service Application Fee is
expected to generate approximately $21,000 per year, and is proposed to recover the costs
of processing a service application. Mr. Koser recommended Council adopt Resolution
No. 41-97 amending the Fiscal Year 1996/97 Master Fee Schedule by adding a $25.00
Water Service Application Fee.
Mayor Novak opened the hearing for public comment.
Harry Rogers expressed opposition to imposing service charges; however, $25 would be
manageable for most people.
Mary Phillips stated the fee should be higher based on historical amounts collected.
Mayor Novak closed the hearing to public comment.
• MOTION: Councilmember Elliott moved the City Council approve Resolution No.
41-97 amending the Master Fee Schedule to add a Water Service
Application Fee of $25.00. The motion was seconded by Mayor Novak
and carried with Councilmember Peirce and Councilmember Peters voting
no. (3-2)
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C. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
C-1 ORDINANCE NO. 459 REVISING SECTIONS OF THE MORRO BAY
MUNICIPAL CODE; SECOND READING/ADOPTION
This item was continued to the June 23, 1997 City Council meeting.
C-2 ORDINANCE NO. 460 AMENDING CHAPTERS 2.16 AND 2.20 OF THE
MORRO BAY MUNICIPAL CODE PROVIDING A DESCRIPTION OF THE
OFFICE OF CITY ATTORNEY, THE DUTIES OF THE OFFICE AND
COMPENSATION FOR THE OFFICE; SECOND READING/ADOPTION -
(HUNT)
City Administrator Dave Howell introduced Ordinance No. 460 for second reading and
adoption.
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• MOTION: Councilmember Peters moved the City Council approve the second
reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 460 amending Chapters 2.16 and
2.20 of the Morro Bay Municipal Code providing a description of the
office of City Attorney, the duties of the office and compensation for the
Office. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Elliott and carried
unanimously. (5-0)
City Administrator Dave Howell read Ordinance No. 460 by number and title only.
D. New Business
D-1 Presentation by Mayor Novak regarding City Event Signs
Mayor Novak reviewed photographs of proposed signs advertising upcoming City events
that would be placed at the three City entrances.
Council requested staff return with a resolution funding the proposed event signs.
No further action was taken on this item.
• E. Adioumment
The meeting adjourned at 10:50 p.m.
Recorded by:
Bridgett Bauer
City Clerk
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NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Morro Bay City Council
will be holding a Special Meeting on Wednesday, June 4,1997 at 6:00
p•m• to be held at the Morro Bay City Hall Conference Room, 595 Harbor
Street, Morro Bay, California, to review agenda information prior to the
joint meeting with the Cayucos Sanitary District.
DATED: June 2, 1997
BRIDGETTNAUER, City Clerk
City of Morro Bay
City Council Agenda
Mission Statement
The City of Mono Bay is dedicated to the preservation and enhancement of the quality of life. The City shall
be committed to this purpose and will provide a level of municipal service and safety consistent with
and responsive to the needs of the public.
REGULAR MEETING - MAY 27, 1997; 5:00 P.M.
CLOSED SESSION - MAY 27, 1997
CITY HALL CONFERENCE ROOM - 5:00 P.M.
595 HARBOR ST., MORRO BAY, CA
CS -I GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9(C): CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL
COUNSEL DUE ANTICIPATED LITIGATION. DISCUSS WITH LEGAL
COUNSEL, BASED ON EXISTING FACTS, WHETHER TO INITIATE LITIGATION
AS TO ONE MATTER.
• CS-2 GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.8: REAL PROPERTY
TRANSACTIONS. INSTRUCTING CITY'S REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR
REGARDING THE PRICE AND TERMS OF PAYMENT FOR THE PURCHASE,
SALE, EXCHANGE, OR LEASE OF REAL PROPERTY AS TO ONE PARCEL.
DRIFT W OOD/MAIN/IvIORRO
NEGOTIATING PARTIES: CITY ADMINISTRATOR HOWELL; NELSON
GARRISSON
NEGOTIATIONS: POSSIBLE VOLUNTARY PURCHASE
PUBLIC SESSION - MAY 27, 1997
VETERANS MEMORIAL HALL - 6:00 P.M.
209 SURF ST., MORRO BAY, CA
ESTABLISH QUORUM AND CALL TO ORDER
PRAYER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBERS ANNOUNCEMENTS & PRESENTATIONS
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD - Members of the audience wishing to address the Council on City
business matters (other than Public Hearing items under Section B) may do so at this time.
To increase the effectiveness of the Public Comment Period, the following rules shall be followed:
♦ When recognized by the Mayor, please come forward to the podium and state your name and
address for the record. Comments are to be limited to three minutes.
♦ All remarks shall be addressed to Council, as a whole, and not to any individual member
thereof.
♦ No person shall be permitted to make slanderous, profane or personal remarks against any
elected official, commission and/or staff.
COUNCIL DECLARATION OF FUTURE_ AGENDA ITEM
A. CONSENT CALENDAR
Unless an item is pulled for separate action by the City Council, the following actions are approved
without discussion.
A-1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS OF
APRIL 14, 1997, APRIL 28, 1997, AND MAY 12, 1997; (BAUER)
• RECOMMENDATION: Approve as submitted.
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A-2 STATEMENT OF CASH & INVESTMENTS - APRIL 1997; (KOSER)
RECOMMENDATION: Receive for information.
A-3 EXPENDITURE REPORT - APRIL 1997; (KOSER)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as submitted.
A-4 RESOLUTION NO. 31-97 APPROVING NEW LEASE FOR U.S. COAST GUARD
BERTHING FACILITIES; (ALGERT)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution No. 31-97 authorizing the execution of the lease
agreement.
A-5 APPROVAL OF A TWO-YEAR CONTRACT WITH SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY FOR
ANIMAL SERVICES; (LOVEN)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve "Package C" of the two-year contract with San Luis Obispo
County Department of Animal Services.
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A-6 RESOLUTION NO. 38-97 APPROVING THE COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT WITH
THE CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR YERBA BUENA
TRAFFIC SIGNAL; (BOUCHER)
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 38-97 approving the Cooperative Agreement with
the California Department of Transportation.
A-7 RESOLUTION NO.37-97 APPROVING AN AGREEMENT WITH THE CALIFORNIA
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION FOR CONSTRUCTION OF
IMPROVEMENTS TO STATE PARK ROAD
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 37-97 approving an agreement with the Califomia
Department of Parks and Recreation for construction of improvements to State Park Road
between South Bay Boulevard and Park View Road.
PUBLIC HEARINGS. REPORTS & APPEARANCES
B-1 CONSIDERATION OF 1/2 CENT SALES TAX MEASURE FOR STREET
IMPROVEMENTS; (HOWELL)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve the concept of placing a ballot measure before the voters to
increase the sales tax by 1/2 cent for the purpose of improving the streets in Morro Bay.
is B-2 ORDINANCE NO.460 AMENDING CHAPTERS 2.16 AND 2.20 OF THE MORRO BAY
MUNICIPAL CODE PROVIDING A DESCRIPTION OF THE OFFICE OF CITY
ATTORNEY, THE DUTIES OF THE OFFICE AND COMPENSATION FOR THE
OFFICE - FIRST READING/INTRODUCTION; (HUNT)
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RECOMMENDATION: Approve the first reading/introduction of Ordinance No. 460.
_UN_FINISHED BUSINESS
C-1 ORDINANCE NO. 456 AMENDING CHAPTER 13.20 OF THE MORRO BAY
MUNICIPAL CODE TO IMPLEMENT THE CERTIFIED WATER MANAGEMENT
PLAN - SECOND READING/ADOPTION; (NAUMAN)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve the second reading/adoption of Ordinance No. 456.
C-2 REPORT ON BUSINESS DISTRICT IMPROVEMENT OPTIONS; (BOUCHER)
RECOMMENDATION: Receive recommendations made by the Public Works Advisory Board.
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C-3 RESOLUTION NO. 34-97 APPROVING PARKING IN -LIEU FEE OPTIONS;
(BOUCHER)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution No. 34-97 designating the Front Street Parking Lot
Project and property acquisition for use of in -lieu parking fees.
NEW BUSINESS
D-1 RESOLUTION NO. 36-97 ADOPTING POLICY PANEL RECOMMENDATIONS
REGARDING YOUTH ACCESS TO ALCOHOL AND TOBACCO; (LOVEN)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution No. 36-97 endorsing the recommendations by the
San Luis Obispo County Policy Panel on Youth Access to Tobacco Products.
D-2 ADOPTION OF CITY PAVEMENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM; (BOUCHER)
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt the proposed Pavement Management System.
D-3 REPORT AND ANALYSIS ON CITY ATTORNEY COSTS; (HUNT)
RECOMMENDATION: Review report and analysis.
• D-4 APPOINTMENT OF COUNCILMEMBER TO SERVE AS ALTERNATE DELEGATE
ON THE INTEGRATED WASTE MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY; (COUNCIL)
RECOMMENDATION: Appoint Councilmember to serve as Alternate Delegate to IWMA.
E. ADJOURNMENT
THIS AGENDA IS SUBJECT TO AMENDMENT UP TO 72 HOURS PRIOR TO THE DATE
AND TIME SET FOR THE MEETING. PLEASE REFER TO THE AGENDA POSTED AT CITY
HALL FOR ANY REVISIONS OR CALL THE CLERK'S OFFICE AT 772-6200 FOR FURTHER
INFORMATION.
COPIES OF STAFF REPORTS OR OTHER PUBLIC DOCUMENTATION RELATING TO
EACH ITEM OF BUSINESS REFERRED TO ON THIS AGENDA ARE ON FILE IN THE
OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK AND AVAILABLE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION AND
REPRODUCTION AT COST AT CITY HALL, LIBRARY, AND MILLS STATIONERY.
IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, IF YOU NEED
SPECIAL ASSISTANCE TO PARTICIPATE IN A CITY MEETING, PLEASE CONTACT THE
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE AT LEAST 24 HOURS PRIOR TO THE MEETING TO INSURE THAT
• REASONABLE ARRANGEMENTS CAN BE MADE TO PROVIDE ACCESSIBILITY TO THE
MEETING.
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CLOSED SESSION - MAY 27, 1997
CITY HALL CONFERENCE ROOM - 5:00 P.M.
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Mayor Novak called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m.
PRESENT:
STAFF:
CLOSED SESSION
Cathy Novak
Rodger Anderson
Dave Elliott
William Peirce
Janice Peters
Dave Howell
David Hunt
Mayor
Councilmember
Councilmember
Councilmember
Councilmember
City Administrator
City Attorney
MOTION: Councilmember Anderson moved the meeting be adjourned to Closed Session.
The motion was seconded by Councilmember Peirce and unanimously carried. (4-
0)
Councilmember Peters arrived at 5:08 p.m.
Mayor Novak read the Closed Session statement.
CS-1 GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9(C); CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL
COUNSEL DUE ANTICIPATED LITIGATION. DISCUSS WITH LEGAL
COUNSEL, BASED ON EXISTING FACTS, WHETHER TO INITIATE LITIGATION
AS TO ONE MATTER.
CS-2 GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.8. REAL PROPERTY
TRANSACTIONS. INSTRUCTING CITY'S REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR
REGARDING THE PRICE AND TERMS OF PAYMENT FOR THE PURCHASE,
SALE, EXCHANGE, OR LEASE OF REAL PROPERTY AS TO ONE PARCEL.
PROPERTY: DRIFTWOOD/MAIN/MORRO
NEGOTIATING PARTIES: CITY ADMINISTRATOR HOWELL; NELSON/
GARRIS
NEGOTIATIONS: POSSIBLE VOLUNTARY PURCHASE
The meeting adjourned to Closed Session at 5:00 p.m. and returned to regular session at 5:55
p.m.
MOTION: Councilmember Elliott moved the meeting be adjourned. The motion was
seconded by Councilmember Anderson and unanimously carried. (5-0)
The meeting adjourned at 5:55 p.m.
• MINUTES - MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING - MAY 27, 1997
VETERANS MEMORIAL HALL - 6:00 P.M.
Mayor Novak called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
ESTABLISH QUORUM AND CALL TO ORDER
PRAYER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
MAYOR'S REPORTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
PUBLIC COMMENT
Harry Rogers protested actions taken by Council at their May 12, 1997 City Council meeting
• (i.e. water scarcity and downtown development).
DECLARATION OF FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS - None.
A. CONSENT CALENDAR
Unless an item is pulled for separate action by the City Council, the following actions are
approved without discussion.
A-1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS OF
APRIL 14, 1997, APRIL 28, 1997, AND MAY 12, 1997; (BAUER)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as submitted.
A-2 STATEMENT OF CASH & INVESTMENTS - APRIL 1997; (KOSER)
RECOMMENDATION: Receive for information.
A-3 EXPENDITURE REPORT - APRIL 1997; (KOSER)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as submitted.
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• A-4 RESOLUTION NO. 31-97 APPROVING NEW LEASE FOR U.S. COAST GUARD
BERTHING FACILITIES; (ALGERT)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution No. 31-97 authorizing the execution of the lease
agreement.
A-5 APPROVAL OF A TWO-YEAR CONTRACT WITH SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY
FOR ANIMAL SERVICES; (LOVEN)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve "Package C" of the two-year contract with San Luis Obispo
County Department of Animal Services.
A-6 RESOLUTION NO. 38-97 APPROVING THE COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT WITH
THE CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR YERBA BUENA
TRAFFIC SIGNAL; (BOUCHER)
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 38-97 approving the Cooperative Agreement
with the California Department of Transportation.
A-7 RESOLUTION NO. 37-97 APPROVING AN AGREEMENT WITH THE
CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION FOR
• CONSTRUCTION OF IMPROVEMENTS TO STATE PARK ROAD
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 37-97 approving an agreement with the
California Department of Parks and Recreation for construction of improvements to State
Park Road between South Bay Boulevard and Park View Road.
Mayor Novak pulled Item A-6 from the Consent Calendar.
MOTION: Councilmember Anderson moved the City Council approve the Consent Calendar
with the exception of Item A-6. The motion was seconded by Councilmember
Peters and carried unanimously. (5-0)
A-6 RESOLUTION NO. 38-97 APPROVING THE COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT WITH
THE CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR YERBA BUENA
TRAFFIC SIGNAL; (BOUCHER)
Mayor Novak reported on the update of the Yerba Buena stoplight.
MOTION: Mayor Novak moved the City Council adopt Resolution No. 38-97 approving the
Cooperative Agreement with the California Department of Transportation for the
Yerba Buena Traffic Signal. The motion was seconded by Councilmember
• Anderson and carried unanimously. (5-0)
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B. PUBLIC HEARINGS. REPORTS & APPEARANCES
B-1 CONSIDERATION OF 1/2 CENT SALES TAX MEASURE FOR STREET
IMPROVEMENTS; (HOWELL)
City Administrator Dave Howell reviewed and requested Council's support of a concept
proposed at the last Mayors' meeting to place a ballot measure before the voters in 1998 to
increase the sales tax by 1/2 cent for the purpose of improving substandard roads in Morro Bay.
Mayor Novak opened the hearing for public comment.
Harry Rogers stated that any percentage of sales tax collected from Morro Bay should remain in
Morro Bay.
Wally McCray expressed support for this proposed tax.
Steve Mathieu stated with the tax base in San Luis Obispo, the per capita method may be an
advantage to Morro Bay.
• Mayor Novak closed the public hearing.
Council consensus was to approve the concept to place a ballot measure before the voters in 1998
to increase the sales tax by 1/2 cent for the purpose of improving substandard roads in Morro
Bay.
No further action was taken on this item.
B-2 ORDINANCE NO. 460 AMENDING CHAPTERS 2.16 AND 2.20 OF THE MORRO
BAY MUNICIPAL CODE PROVIDING A DESCRIPTION OF THE OFFICE OF CITY
ATTORNEY, THE DUTIES OF THE OFFICE AND COMPENSATION FOR THE
OFFICE - FIRST READING/INTRODUCTION; (HOWELL)
City Administrator Dave Howell stated this proposed ordinance will effectively codify the
requirements, powers, duties and responsibilities of the City Attorney. Mr. Howell
recommended Council approve the first reading/introduction of Ordinance No. 460.
Mayor Novak opened the hearing for public comment; there were no comments, and the public
hearing was closed.
Council requested Section 2.16.070(A) include the" United States District Court for the Central
• District of California."
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MOTION: Councilmember Elliott moved the City Council approve Ordinance No. 460
amending Chapters 2.16 and 2.20 of the Morro Bay Municipal Code providing a
description of the Office of the City Attorney, the duties of the Office and
compensation for the Office for first reading and introduction as amended. The
motion was seconded by Councilmember Peirce and carried unanimously. (5-0)
City Administrator Dave Howell read Ordinance No. 460 by number and title only.
C. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
C-1 ORDINANCE NO. 456 AMENDING CHAPTER 13.20 OF THE MORRO BAY
MUNICIPAL CODE TO IMPLEMENT THE CERTIFIED WATER MANAGEMENT
PLAN - SECOND READING/ADOPTION; (NAUMAN)
Interim Planning and Building Director Shauna Nauman introduced Ordinance No. 456 for
second reading/adoption.
MOTION: Councilmember Anderson moved the City Council approve Ordinance No. 456
• amending Chapter 13.20 of the Morro Bay Municipal Code to implement the
Certified Water Management Plan for second reading and adoption. The motion
was seconded by Councilmember Peters and carried unanimously. (5-0)
City Administrator Dave Howell read Ordinance No. 456 by number and title only.
C-2 REPORT ON BUSINESS DISTRICT IMPROVEMENT OPTIONS; (BOUCHER)
Public Works Director Bill Boucher reviewed the Public Works Advisory Board's
recommendations on the Economic Vitality Committee Proposal regarding Morro Bay
Boulevard beautification and parking. He noted the Board recommended Council include the
proposal and related documents into a RUDAT design study proposed by the representative of
the Central Coast Chapter of the American Institute of Architects, and that said design study be
pursued at the earliest possible time.
Council consensus was for staff to pursue the RUDAT design study at the earliest possible time,
and return to Council with a resolution for placement of two stop signs on Morro Bay Boulevard
at Shasta and Monterey Streets, and also addressing allocation of funds.
No further action was taken on this item.
• Council consensus was to take the agenda out of order to hear Item D-1 next.
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D-1 RESOLUTION NO. 36-97 ADOPTING POLICY PANEL RECOMMENDATIONS
REGARDING YOUTH ACCESS TO ALCOHOL AND TOBACCO; (LOVEN)
Police Chief Joe Loven introduced Katrina Rosa from the San Luis Obispo County Policy Panel
who presented Council with recommendations regarding youth access to alcohol and tobacco
products. Ms. Rosa requested Council's support by approving Resolution No. 36-97 endorsing
these recommendations.
MOTION: Councilmember Anderson moved the City Council approve Resolution No. 36-97
endorsing the recommendations from the San Luis Obispo County Policy Panel
regarding youth access to alcohol and tobacco products. The motion was
seconded by Councilmember Peters and carved unanimously. (5-0)
Mayor Novak called for a break at 7:50 p.m.; the meeting resumed at 8:00 p.m.
C-3 RESOLUTION NO. 34-97 APPROVING PARKING IN -LIEU FEE OPTIONS;
(BOUCHER)
Public Works Director Bill Boucher reviewed the funding mechanism for the Front Street
is project
Lot Project and requested Council's approval for designating parking in -lieu fees for this
project and property acquisition by adoption of Resolution No. 34-97.
MOTION: Councilmember Peirce moved the City Council adopt Resolution No. 34-97
designating the Front Street Parking Lot Project and property acquisition for use
of in -lieu parking fees. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Peters and
carried unanimously. (5-0)
D. NEW BUSINESS
D-2 ADOPTION OF CITY PAVEMENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM; (BOUCHER)
Public Works Director Bill Boucher stated preparation of the Pavement Management System
(PMS) is fully funded by a $7,500 grant from San Luis Obispo Council of Governments, and
implementation of projects is based upon availability of monies. Mr. Boucher noted in order to
continue to be eligible for federal funding for street improvement monies, agencies are required
to prepare and adopt a PMS as a means for identification and prioritization of projects. He
requested Council adopt the proposed Pavement Management System.
MOTION: Councilmember Peirce moved the City Council approve the proposed Pavement
Management System. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Peters and
• carried unanimously. (5-0)
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• D-3 REPORT AND ANALYSIS ON CITY ATTORNEY COSTS; (HUNT)
City Attorney David Hunt reviewed the report and analysis on city attorney costs.
Council received the report for information.
No further action was taken on this item.
D-4 APPOINTMENT OF COUNCILMEMBER TO SERVE AS ALTERNATE DELEGATE
ON THE INTEGRATED WASTE MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY; (COUNCIL)
Mayor Novak requested Council appoint a Councilmember to serve as Alternate Delegate to the
Integrated Waste Management Authority (IWMA).
Council selected Councilmember Elliott to serve as Alternate Delegate to the IWMA.
F. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 9:06 p.m.
Recorded by:
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City Clerk
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NOTICE OF BUDGET WORKSHOPS
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Morro Bay City Council has scheduled the
following Budget Workshop Sessions to discuss the Fiscal Year 1997/98 Preliminary Budget:
Tuesday, May 13, 1997
Tuesday, May 20,1997
Thursday, May 22,1997
These workshops will be held in the Community Center Multi -Purpose Room, 1001
Kennedy Way, Morro Bay, California, and will begin at 6:00 p.m.
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DATED: May 5, 1997
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CATHY NOVAK, Mayor
City of Morro Bay
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City of Morro Bay
City Council Agenda
Mission Statement
The City of Morro Bay is dedicated to the preservation and enhancement of the quality of life. The City shall
be committed to this purpose and will provide aievel of municipal service and safety consistent with
and responsive to the needs of the public.
REGULAR MEETING - MAY 12, 1997
VETERANS MEMORIAL HALL - 6:00 P.M.
209 SURF ST., MORRO BAY, CA
ESTABLISH QUORUM AND CALL TO ORDER
PRAYER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBERS ANNOUNCEMENTS & PRESENTATIONS
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD - Members of the audience wishing to address the
Council on City business matters (other than Public Hearing items under
Section B) may do so at this time.
To increase the effectiveness of the Public Comment Period, the following
rules shall be followed:
• ♦ when recognized by the Mayor, please come forward to the podium and
state your name and address for the record. Comments are to be
limited to three minutes.
♦ All remarks shall be addressed to Council, as a whole, and not to any
individual member thereof.
♦ No person shall be permitted to make slanderous, profane or personal
remarks against any elected official, commission and/or staff.
Unless an item is pulled for separate action by the City Council, the
following actions are approved without discussion.
A-1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF APRIL 14,
1997 AND.APRIL 28, 1997 (BAUER)
RECOMMENDATION: APPROVE AS SUBMITTED.
A-2 SET DATE FOR PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSITION 4 CALCULATIONS MOSER)
RECOMMENDATION: SET JUNE 23, 1997 AS THE DATE, FOR A PUBLIC HEARING ON THE
• 1997/98 APPROPRIATION LIMITS FOR THE PROCEEDS OF TAXES, AND DIRECT
THE CITY CLERK TO ADVERTISE SAME.
• A-3 RESOLUTION NO. 30-97 ACCEPTING TIDELANDS PARK PHASE III AS COMPLETE
BY ASSOCIATED PACIFIC AND AUTHORIZING A NOTICE OF COMPLETION TO BE
FILED (LUEKER)
RECOMMENDATION: APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. 30-97.
A-4 APPROVAL OF FUNDING ALLOCATION FOR WASTEWATER STUDY (BOUCHER)
RECOMMENDATION: AUTHORIZE PREPARATION OF THE ANALYSIS AND ALLOCATION OF
$11,900 FROM THE CURRENT YEAR'S WASTEWATER CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND.
A-5 APPOINTMENT OF ALTERNATE DELEGATE TO NATIONAL ESTUARY PROGRAM LOCAL
POLICY COMMITTEE (NOVAK)
RECOMMENDATION: APPOINT COUNCILMEMBER ELLIOTT AS ALTERNATE DELEGATE TO
SERVE ON NEP LOCAL POLICY COMMITTEE.
A-6 REQUEST FOR AMICUS SUPPORT IN PENN PACIFIC PROPERTIES V. CITY OF
OCEANSIDE
RECOMMENDATION: AUTHORIZE THE CITY ATTORNEY TO SUBMIT THE CITY'S
AGREEMENT TO JOIN AS AMICUS CURIE IN A BRIEF IN SUPPORT OF THE CITY
OF OCEANSIDE IN PENN PACIFIC PROPERTIES V. CITY OF OCEANSIDE.
A-7 RESOLUTION NO. 35-97 ACCEPTING COMPLETION OF THE FLOATING DOCK
• RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT BY ASSOCIATED PACIFIC CONSTRUCTORS AND
AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF A NOTICE OF COMPLETION (BOUCHER)
RECOMMENDATION: APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. 35-97.
PUBLIC HEARINGS. REPORTS & APPEARANCES
B-1 PRESENTATION ON PROGRESS OF NATIONAL ESTUARY PROGRAM (HOWELL)
RECOMMENDATION: RECEIVE PRESENTATION.
B-2 RESOLUTION NO. 33-97 ORDERING AN ENGINEER'S REPORT FOR THE NORTH
POINT ASSESSMENT DISTRICT (LUEKER)
: APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. 33-97.
B-3 CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING TO REVIEW AMENDMENTS TO THE LOCAL COASTAL
PROGRAM GENERAL PLAN AND MORRO BAY MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 13.20;
BUILDING LIMITATION (NAUMAN)
RECOMMENDATION: RECEIVE THE FINAL PLANNING COPM7ISSION RECOMMENDATION AND
CONDUCT THE FIRST READING/INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 456 AMENDING
CHAPTER 13.20.
• B-4 RESOLUTION NO. 34-97 APPROVING PARKING IN -LIEU FEE OPTIONS FOR
PROJECTS (BOUCHER)
• RECOMMENDATION: APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. 34-97.
B-5 ORDINANCE NO. 459 REVISING SECTIONS OF THE MORRO BAY MUNICIPAL CODE;
FIRST READING/INTRODUCTION (HOWELL)
RECOMMENDATION: APPROVE AMENDMENTS TO THE FOLLOWING SECTIONS OF THE MORRO
BAY MUNICIPAL: 1.04.120, 1.04.130„ 1.12.010, 1.16.030, 1.16.050,
1.16.070, 1.16.080, 1.16.090, 2.04.020, 2.04.030, 2.08.030, 2.08.090,
2,08.110, 2.12.010, 2.12.030, 2.12.040, 2.12.050, 2.12.060, 2.12.070,
2.12.080, 2.12.090, 2.12.100, 2.12.110, 2.12.120, 2.12.130, 2.12.140,
2.12.150, 2.12.160, 2.12.170, 2.12.180, 2.12.190, 2.12.200, 2.12.210,
2.12.220, 2.12.230, 2.12.240, 2.12.250, 2.12.260, 2.12.270, 5.08.120,
7.16.040, 13.040.010, 13.040.070, 13.04.190, 13.04.200, 13.04.220,
13.04.230, 13.04.250, AND 17.44.020. (FIRST READING/INTRODUCTION OF
ORDINANCE NO. 459)
C-1 PROGRESS REPORT FROM ECONOMIC VITALITY COMMITTEE (HOWELL)
: RECEIVE PROGRESS REPORT.
C-2 REPORT ON FINANCING ALTERNATIVES FOR CERTAIN CAPITAL PROJECTS (KOSER)
• RECOMMENDATION: CONSIDER THE THREE FINANCING SCENARIOS PRESENTED AND
DIRECT STAFF BASED UPON THAT CONSIDERATION.
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D-1 SET DATES FOR PUBLIC WORKSHOPS ON BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 1997/98
(KOSER)
1MENDATION: SCHEDULE PUBLIC WORKSHOPS ON THE FISCAL YEAR 1997/98
BUDGET FOR TUESDAY, MAY 13TH, TUESDAY, MAY 20TH, THURSDAY, MAY 22ND,
AND WEDNESDAY, MAY 28TH IF NEEDED. ALL MEETINGS WILL BEGIN AT 6:00
P.M. AND WILL BE HELD AT THE COMMUNITY CENTER MULTI -PURPOSE ROOM,
1001 KENNEDY WAY, MORRO BAY.
THIS AGENDA IS SUBJECT TO AMENDMENT UP TO 72 HOURS PRIOR TO THE DATE AND TIME SET FOR THE
MEETING. PLEASE REFER TO THE AGENDA POSTED AT CITY HALL FOR ANY REVISIONS OR CALL THE
CLERK'S OFFICE AT 772-6200 FOR FURTHER INFORMATION.
COPIES OF STAFF REPORTS OR OTHER PUBLIC DOCUMENTATION RELATING TO EACH ITEM OF BUSINESS
REFERRED TO ON THIS AGENDA ARE ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK AND AVAILABLE FOR
PUBLIC INSPECTION AND REPRODUCTION AT COST AT CITY HALL, LIBRARY, AND MILLS STATIONERY.
IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, IF YOU NEED SPECIAL ASSISTANCE TO
PARTICIPATE IN A CITY MEETING, PLEASE CONTACT THE CITY CLERK'S OFFICE AT LEAST 24 HOURS
PRIOR TO THE MEETING TO INSURE THAT REASONABLE ARRANGEMENTS CAN BE MADE TO PROVIDE
ACCESSIBILITY TO THE MEETING.
MINUTES - MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL
. REGULAR MEETING - MAY 12, 1997
VETERANS MEMORIAL HALL - 6:00 P.M.
Mayor Novak called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
ESTABLISH QUORUM AND CALL TO ORDER
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PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
MAYOR'S REPORTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
PUBLIC COMMENT
Everett Tungett, MB Seniors Inc., stated the month of May is designated as Older American
Month and an Open House will be held on Wednesday, May 14th at the Senior Center.
• Harry Rogers suggested the City add the percentage of State Water on the water bills.
Grace Melton stated there will be a dig -out celebration on the 4th of July starting at 2:00 p.m.
along Coleman Drive calling attention to the City's need to dredge the bay.
Morro Bay Cub Scout Pack 90 presented a Certificate of Appreciation to Mayor Novak for
taking the pack on a tour of City Hall.
Wally McCray presented parade participants with t-shirts.
DECLARATION OF FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Mayor Novak requested to agendize the review of City Attorney fees.
Councilmember Anderson requested to agendize the review of County Task Force findings
regarding youth access to alcohol and tobacco.
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A. CONSENT CALENDAR
• Unless an item is pulled for separate action by the City Council, the following actions are
approved without discussion.
A-1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF
APRIL 14, 1997 AND APRIL 28, 1997; (BAUER)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as submitted.
A-2 SET DATE FOR PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSITION 4 CALCULATIONS;
(KOSER)
RECOMMENDATION: Set June 23, 1997 as the date for a Public Hearing on the 1997/98
Appropriation Limits for the proceeds of taxes, and direct the City Clerk to advertise
same.
A-3 RESOLUTION NO. 30-97 ACCEPTING TIDELANDS PARK PHASE III AS
COMPLETE BY ASSOCIATED PACIFIC AND AUTHORIZING A NOTICE OF
COMPLETION TO BE FILED; (LUEKER)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution No. 30-97.
• A-4 APPROVAL OF FUNDING ALLOCATION FOR WASTEWATER STUDY;
(BOUCHER)
RECOMMENDATION: Authorize preparation of the analysis and allocation of $11,900 from
the current year's Wastewater Capital Improvement Fund.
A-5 APPOINTMENT OF ALTERNATE DELEGATE TO NATIONAL ESTUARY
PROGRAM LOCAL POLICY COMMITTEE (NOVAK)
RECOMMENDATION: Appoint Councilmember Elliott as alternate delegate to serve on NEP
Local Policy Committee.
A-6 REQUEST FOR AMICUS SUPPORT IN PENN PACIFIC PROPERTIES V. CITY OF
OCEANSIDE
RECOMMENDATION: Authorize the City Attorney to submit the City's agreement to join
as amicus curie in a brief in support of the City of Oceanside in PENN PACIFIC
PROPERTIES V. CITY OF OCEANSIDE.
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A-7 RESOLUTION NO.35-97 ACCEPTING COMPLETION OF THE FLOATING DOCK
• RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT BY ASSOCIATED PACIFIC CONSTRUCTORS
AND AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF A NOTICE OF COMPLETION (BOUCHER)
RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution No. 35-97.
Mayor Novak pulled Item A-1 (Minutes of April 28th) from the Consent Calendar,
Councilmember Peirce pulled Item A-4, and Councilmember Peters pulled Item A-6.
MOTION: Councilmember Elliott moved the City Council approve the Consent Calendar
with the exception of Items A-1, A-4, and A-6. The motion was seconded by
Councilmember Peters and carried unanimously. (5-0)
A-1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF
APRIL 14, 1997 AND APRIL 28, 1997; (BAUER)
Mayor Novak requested the following corrections to the minutes of April 28, 1997: 1) the
addition of the City Attorney's Closed Session announcement regarding the Den-Dulk property;
and 2) Item D-2, page 7, change the word Council to Committee.
Councilmember Peters made a correction to the minutes of April 14, 1997, Item B-1, page 6,
stating in the motion, Council referred to a second "boat access facility" instead of a second "boat
• launch ramp". Councilmember Peters also made a correction to the minutes of April 28, 1997,
Item B-2, page 5, stating not all public comments were in support of the same bikeway plan.
A-4 APPROVAL OF FUNDING ALLOCATION FOR WASTEWATER STUDY;
(BOUCHER)
Councilmember Peirce asked for clarification on the potential impact of the funding allocation.
City Administrator Dave Howell responded the grant which funded the Wastewater Treatment
Plant requires an effluent analysis, this money will appropriate funding for the required
wastewater stream analysis.
MOTION: Councilmember Peirce moved the City Council authorize preparation of the
analysis and allocation of $11,900 from the current year's Wastewater Capital
Improvement Fund. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Anderson and
carried unanimously. (5-0)
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A-6 REQUEST FOR AMICUS SUPPORT IN PENN PACIFIC PROPERTIES V. CITY OF
• OCEANSIDE
Councilmember Peters requested clarification from the City Attorney regarding amicus support
for the public's benefit.
City Attorney David Hunt clarified the process, and noted this is not a costly endeavor for the
City.
MOTION: Councilmember Peters moved the City Council authorize the City Attorney to
submit the City's agreement to join as amicus curie in a brief in support of the
City of Oceanside in Penn Pacific Properties v. City of Oceanside. The motion
was seconded by Councilmember Anderson and carried unanimously. (5-0)
Mayor Novak requested to hear Item C-1 after Item B-1; Council concurred.
B. PUBLIC HEARINGS REPORTS & APPEARANCES
B-1 PRESENTATION ON PROGRESS OF NATIONAL ESTUARY PROGRAM
Bill Newman, Friends of the Estuary, reported the progress of the National Estuary Program.
• Mayor Novak opened the public hearing.
Wally McCray expressed support for this program.
Charles Palmer shared past history of the bay.
Mayor Novak closed the public hearing.
Council expressed their support for this program.
No further action was taken.
C. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
C-1 PROGRESS REPORT FROM ECONOMIC VITALITY COMMITTEE
John Zaver of the Economic Vitality Committee reviewed the progress report regarding the
Business Improvement District.
Council discussed diagonal parking along Morro Bay Boulevard.
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Mr. Howell recommended Council refer this issue to the Public Works Advisory Board.
• Council requested staff agendize this item before the Public Works Advisory Board and report
back to Council at their May 27th meeting.
No further action was taken on this item.
B-2 RESOLUTION NO. 33-97 ORDERING AN ENGINEER'S REPORT FOR THE
NORTH POINT ASSESSMENT DISTRICT
Recreation and Parks Director Andrea Lueker noted the proposed resolution states the intent to
levy and collect assessments, lists the improvements, names the district and gives its general
location. The resolution refers to the proposed assessment and gives notice of a time and place
on the question of levy of the proposed assessment; it also states whether or not the proposed
assessment is an increase from the previous year. Ms. Lueker recommended the Council adopt
Resolution No. 33-97 ordering the preparation of an engineer's report detailing the expenses
projected for fiscal year 1997-98 for the maintenance of the North Point Natural Area.
Mayor Novak opened the public hearing; there were no comments, and the public hearing was
closed.
MOTION: Councilmember Anderson moved the City Council approve Resolution No. 33-97
• ordering the preparation of an engineer's report detailing the expenses projected
for Fiscal Year 1997-98 for the maintenance of the North Point Natural Area.
The motion was seconded by Councilmember Peters and carried with
Councilmember Elliott voting no. (4-1)
Mayor Novak called for a break at 7:25 p.m.; the meeting resumed at 7:42 p.m.
B-3 CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING TO REVIEW AMENDMENTS TO THE LOCAL
COASTAL PROGRAM GENERAL PLAN AND MORRO BAY MUNICIPAL CODE
CHAPTER 13.20; BUILDING LIMITATION
Acting Planning Director Shauna Nauman reviewed the Planning Commission's
recommendations for the amendments to the Local Coastal Program (Chapter V), General Plan
(portions of Chapter II) and Morro Bay Municipal Code (MBMC) Chapter 13.20 to implement
the Certified Water Management Plan. Ms. Nauman recommended the City Council adopt
Resolution No. 32-97 amending the Local Coastal Plan and General Plan; and conduct the first
reading and introduction of Ordinance No. 456 repealing the current MBMC Chapter 13.20
(Building Limitations), and replacing it with a new Chapter 13.20 (Allocation of Water
Resources).
Mayor Novak opened the public hearing
• John Barta, Vice Chairman of the Planning Commission, stated the major outcome for the City
is there will be no further dealings with water allocations and the mandatory retrofit program.
He stated there are two issues before Council as a result of Planning Commission discussions:
1) is there a scarcity of water; and 2) the further review in order to initiate the process of the
Water Management Plan.
Charles Palmer stated he has retrofitted his house himself without being recorded by the City.
He also addressed past conditions of City wells.
Ray McKelligott read a letter written by Advocates for a Better Community written to the
Planning Commission protesting the transfer of water allocations.
Nelson Sullivan addressed Council with concerns of water transfers and the conflicts with
Measure I.
Harry Rogers stated it is too late to change Measure I and the City needs to make a common
sense decision on the allocation of water and fees charged.
Bill Olson addressed the retrofitting of toilets to 1.5 gallon and the problems caused to the sewer
lines.
• Mayor Novak closed the public hearing.
City Attorney David Hunt referred to water- related cases litigated for the City in past years. He
also gave an opinion to the statements made to Measure I. Mr. Hunt suggested caution to
Council in their consideration of this issue keeping in mind the Coastal Commission's review
and approval of these amendments.
Council thanked staff and the Planning Commission for their efforts in preparing these
documents.
MOTION: Councilmember Anderson moved the City Council adopt Resolution No. 32-97
approving amendments to Chapter V of the Local Coastal Plan, and portions of
Chapter II of the General Plan to implement the 1995 Certified Water
Management Plan. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Peters and
carried with Councilmember Peirce voting no. (4-1)
MOTION: Councilmember Peters moved the City Council adopt Ordinance No. 456 for first
reading and introduction.The motion was seconded by Councilmember Anderson
and carried unanimously. (5-0)
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City Administrator Dave Howell read Ordinance No. 456 by title and number.
• MOTION: Councilmember Peirce moved the City Council continue the second reading and
adoption of Ordinance No. 456 to the May 27, 1997 City Council meeting. The
motion was seconded by Councilmember Anderson and carried unanimously.
(5-0)
Mayor Novak called for a break at 9:25; the meeting resumed at 9:34 p.m.
B-4 RESOLUTION NO. 34-97 APPROVING PARKING IN -LIEU FEE OPTIONS FOR
PROJECTS
Public Works Director Bill Boucher reviewed options relating to the use of parking in -lieu fees
for potential projects, specifically addressing the Front Street parking lot project, and
recommended Council approve Resolution No. 34-97 funding this project with the use of in -lieu
parking fees.
Mayor Novak opened the public hearing.
Harry Rogers stated the City should consider how to bring tourist to Morro Bay before reviewing
further parking. He said the Harbor Department should contribute to the Front Street parking
lot due to the benefit it will gain.
• Charles Palmer stated Front Street is distant from the rest of the Embarcadero, and suggested
Council consider other locations for parking.
Mayor Novak closed the public hearing.
After Council deliberation, Mayor Novak recommended Council request staff draft another
resolution allocating $200,000 to the Front Street Parking Lot Project as a Capital Improvement
Project, and also pursue acquisition of additional parking areas. Council concurred.
City Administrator Dave Howell stated this will return to Council at their May 27, 1997 meeting.
No further action was taken on this item.
B-5 ORDINANCE NO.459 REVISING SECTIONS OF THE MORRO BAY MUNICIPAL
CODE; (FIRST READING/INTRODUCTION)
City Administrator Dave Howell introduced various amendments to the Morro Bay Municipal
Code.
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Mayor Novak opened the public hearing; there were no comments, and the public hearing was
• closed.
Council agreed with the proposed amendments to the code.
MOTION: Councilmember Elliott moved the City Council approve the first reading and
introduction of Ordinance No. 459. The motion was seconded by Councilmember
Peirce and carried unanimously. (5-0)
City Administrator Dave Howell read Ordinance No. 459 by title and number only.
MOTION: Councilmember Peirce moved the City Council continue the second reading and
adoption of Ordinance No. 459 to the June 9, 1997 City Council meeting. The
motion was seconded by Councilmember Anderson and carried unanimously.
(5-0)
D. NEW BUSINESS
D-1 SET DATES FOR PUBLIC WORKSHOPS ON BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR
1997/98
Finance Director Jim Koser recommended the City Council schedule the workshops to review
• the fiscal year 1997-98 budget for May 13, 20, and 22, 1997, and May 28, 1997 if needed. These
workshops will begin at 6:00 p.m. and will be located at the Morro Bay Community Center
Multi -Purpose Room.
Council agreed to the scheduled dates as recommended.
No further action was taken on this item.
F. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 11:25 p.m.
Recorded by:
Bridgettauer
City Clerk
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City of Morro Bay
City Council Agenda
Mission Statement
The City of Mono Bay is dedicated to the preservation and enhancement of the quality of life. The City shall
be committed to this purpose and will provide a level of municipal service and safety consistent with
and responsive to the needs of the public.
REGULAR MEETING - APRIL 28, 1997; 5:00 P.M.
CLOSED SESSION - APRIL 28, 1997
CITY HALL CONFERENCE ROOM - 5:00 P.M.
595 HARBOR ST., MORRO BAY, CA
♦ DISCUSS WITH LEGAL COUNSEL, BASED ON EXISTING FACTS, WHETHER
TO INITIATE LITIGATION AS TO ONE MATTER.
♦ PROPERTY: KING PROPERTY/DEN-DULK PROPERTY
NEGOTIATING PARTIES: CITY ADMINISTRATOR; JOHN KING FOR
PROPERTY OWNER
NEGOTIATIONS: POSSIBLE VOLUNTARY PURCHASE.
PUBLIC SESSION - APRIL 28, 1997
VETERANS MEMORIAL HALL - 6:00 P.M.
209 SURF ST., MORRO BAY, CA
ESTABLISH QUORUM AND CALL TO ORDER
PRAYER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBERS ANNOUNCEMENTS & PRESENTATIONS
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD - Members of the audience wishing to address
the Council on City business matters (other than Public Hearing
items under Section B) may do so at this time.
To increase the effectiveness of the Public Comment Period, the
following rules shall be followed:
♦ When recognized by the Mayor, please come forward to the
podium and state your name and address for the record.
Comments are to be limited to three minutes.
♦ All remarks shall be addressed to Council, as a whole, and not
to any individual member thereof.
• ♦ No person shall be permitted to make slanderous, profane or
personal remarks against any elected official, commission
and/or staff.
A. CONSENT CALENDAR
Unless an item is pulled for separate action by the City Council,
the following actions are approved without discussion.
CONSENT CALENDAR
A-1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF
APRIL 14, 1997 (BAUER) - THIS ITEM HAS BEEN PULLED FROM THE
AGENDA
A-2 STATEMENT OF CASH & INVESTMENTS - MARCH 1997 (KOSER)
RECOMMENDATION: ACCEPT REPORT AS SUBMITTED.
A-3 EXPENDITURE REPORT - MARCH 1997 MOSER)
RECOMMENDATION: APPROVE AS SUBMITTED.
A-4 APPROVAL OF CITY ATTORNEY CONTRACT EXTENSION (HUNT)
RECOMMENDATION: PURSUANT TO THE EVALUATION OF THE CITY ATTORNEY AT
• THE LAST CLOSED SESSION AND THE DIRECTION GIVEN AT THAT TIME
THAT NO NOTICE BE PROVIDED UNDER THE CONTRACT FOR ANY
NEGOTIATIONS OR TERMINATION, CITY COUNCIL APPROVED THE
CONTINUED SERVICE OF HUNT & ASSOCIATES AS THE CITY ATTORNEY
FOR THE CITY OF MORRO BAY FOR THE NEXT TERM OF THE CONTRACT.
A-5 APPROVAL OF CITY ADMINISTRATOR CONTRACT EXTENSION (HUNT)
RECOMMENDATION: PURSUANT TO COUNCIL'S DISCUSSION AND EVALUATION OF
CITY ADMINISTRATOR IN CLOSED SESSION AND DIRECTION GIVEN AT
THAT TIME: 1) ACCEPT THE CITY ADMINISTRATOR'S NOTICE OF
RETIREMENT BY APPROXIMATELY YEAR END; 2) APPROVE THE EXTENSION
OF THE CITY ADMINISTRATOR'S CONTRACT ON A MONTH TO MONTH BASIS
PENDING THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS; AND 3) AUTHORIZE THE CITY
ADMINISTRATOR TO CONDUCT THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS FOR HIS
REPLACEMENT.
A-6 RESOLUTION NO. 31-97 APPROVING LEASE AGREEMENT WITH U.S. COAST
GUARD FOR USE OF NORTH T-PIER BERTHING FACILITIES (ALGERT)
MENDATION: APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. 31-97 AUTHORIZING EXECUTION
OF THE 10-YEAR LEASE AGREEMENT WITH THE USCG FOR VESSEL
BERTHING AND RELATED SERVICES AT THE NORTH T-PIER.
A-7 RESOLUTION NO. 28-97 CORRECTING DEED FOR SEWER EASEMENT
•
THROUGH PG&E POWER PLANT PROPERTY (BOUCHER)
RECOMMENDATION: APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. 28-97.
A-8 RESOLUTION NO. 23-97 AUTHORIZING DESTRUCTION OF RECORDS
PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 34090 (LOVEN)
RECOMMENDATION: APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. 23-97 WHICH RESCINDS PRIOR
COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO. 115-91 AND REAUTHORIZES THE DESTRUCTION
OF POLICE DEPARTMENT RECORDS.
A-9 RESOLUTION NO. 30-97 ACCEPTING TIDELANDS PARK PHASE III AS
COMPLETED BY ASSOCIATED PACIFIC AND AUTHORIZING A NOTICE OF
COMPLETION TO BE FILED (LUEKER) - THIS ITEM HAS BEEN PULLED
FROM THE AGENDA
A-10 PROCLAMATION DECLARING MAY 1997 AS NATIONAL ELECTRICAL SAFETY
MONTH' (BAUER)
RECOMMENDATION: ADOPT PROCLAMATION.
A-11 PROCLAMATION DECLARING MAY 4-10, 1997 AS NATIONAL TOURISM
WEEK' (BAUER)
• RECOMMENDATION: ADOPT PROCLAMATION.
PUBLIC HEARINGS, REPORTS & APPEARANCES
B-1 ORDINANCE NO. 459 - REVISIONS TO VARIOUS SECTIONS OF THE MORRO
BAY MUNICIPAL CODE; FIRST READING/INTRODUCTION (HOWELL)
RECOMMENDATION: APPROVE FIRST READING/INTRODUCTION.
B-2 RESOLUTION NO. 29-97 APPROVING CITY-WIDE BIKEWAY PLANNING
STUDY (BOUCHER)
RECOMMENDATION: ACCEPT THE REPORT AND STUDY AND APPROVE THE
PROPOSED PROJECT BY ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION NO. 29-97.
B-3 CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING TO REVIEW AMENDMENTS TO THE LOCAL
COASTAL PROGRAM GENERAL PLAN AND MORRO BAY MUNICIPAL CODE
CHAPTER 13.20; BUILDING LIMITATION (NAUMAN)
MENDATION: DIRECT STAFF AS DETERMINED NECESSARY, AND CONTINUE
THE PUBLIC HEARING TO THE MAY 12, 1997 REGULAR CITY COUNCIL
MEETING TO RECEIVE THE FINAL PLANNING COMMISSION
RECOMMENDATION AND CONDUCT THE FIRST READING/INTRODUCTION OF
THE ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 13.20.
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• UNFINISHED BUSINESS
C-1 CONSIDERATION OF REJECTING REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS TO OPERATE
AND MANAGE MORRO BAY DIAL -A -RIDE (BOUCHER)
RECOMMENDATION: REJECT ALL BIDS TO OPERATE AND MANAGE MORRO BAY
DIAL -A -RIDE (MBDAR), PREPARE STUDY THAT WOULD ASSESS
SUSTAINABLE SERVICE AND FUNDING OPTIONS FOR TRANSIT SERVICE IN
MORRO BAY, AND AUTHORIZE EXTENSION OF THE CURRENT MBDAR
CONTRACT WITH LAIDLAW FOR ONE YEAR UNTIL THE STUDY IS
COMPLETE.
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D-1 RESOLUTION NO. 27-97 ADOPTING CITY-WIDE RECORDS RETENTION
SCHEDULE (DAVIS)
RECOMMENDATION: ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 27-97 APPROVING A CITY-WIDE
RECORDS RETENTION SCHEDULE; AND CONSIDER FUNDING A PART-TIME
EMPLOYEE IN THE FISCAL YEAR 1997/98 BUDGET TO BEGIN THE
PROCESS OF ORGANIZING AND PURGING FILES.
D-2 APPOINTMENT OF COUNCIL DELEGATE TO NATIONAL ESTUARY PROGRAM
LOCAL POLICY COUNCIL (HOWELL)
• RECOMMENDATION: APPOINT A CITY COUNCIL DELEGATE AND ALTERNATE
DELEGATE TO THE NEP LOCAL POLICY COUNCIL.
D-3 REQUEST BY COUNCILMEMBER TO REAGENDIZE DISCUSSION OF THE
PUBLIC EDUCATION AND GOVERNMENT ACCESS PLAN (PETERS)
RECOMMENDATION: REAGENDIZE DISCUSSION AS REQUESTED BY COUNCILMEMBER
PETERS.
THIS AGENDA IS SUBJECT TO AMENDMENT UP TO 72 HOURS PRIOR TO THE
DATE AND TIME SET FOR THE MEETING. PLEASE REFER TO THE AGENDA
POSTED AT CITY HALL FOR ANY REVISIONS OR CALL THE CLERK'S OFFICE AT
772-6200 FOR FURTHER INFORMATION.
COPIES OF STAFF REPORTS OR OTHER PUBLIC DOCUMENTATION RELATING TO
EACH ITEM OF BUSINESS REFERRED TO ON THIS AGENDA ARE ON FILE IN THE
OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK AND AVAILABLE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION AND
REPRODUCTION AT COST AT CITY HALL, LIBRARY, AND MILLS STATIONERY.
IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, IF YOU NEED
SPECIAL ASSISTANCE TO PARTICIPATE IN A CITY MEETING, PLEASE CONTACT
THE CITY CLERK'S OFFICE AT LEAST 24 HOURS PRIOR TO THE MEETING TO
• INSURE THAT REASONABLE ARRANGEMENTS CAN BE MADE TO PROVIDE
ACCESSIBILITY TO THE MEETING.
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MINUTES - MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL
CLOSED SESSION - APRIL 28, 1997
CITY HALL CONFERENCE ROOM - .5:00 P.M.
Mayor Novak called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m.
PRESENT:
STAFF:
Cathy Novak
Rodger Anderson
Dave Elliott
William Peirce
Janice Peters
Dave Howell
David Hunt
Mayor
Councilmember
Councilmember
Councilmember
Councilmember
City Administrator
City Attorney
MOTION: Councilmember Peirce moved the meeting be adjourned to
Closed Session. The motion was seconded by
Councilmember Anderson and unanimously carried. (5-0)
Mayor Novak read the Closed Session statement.
♦ DISCUSS WITH LEGAL COUNSEL, BASED ON EXISTING FACTS, WHETHER
TO INITIATE LITIGATION AS TO ONE MATTER.
♦ PROPERTY: KING PROPERTY/DEN-DULK PROPERTY
NEGOTIATING PARTIES: CITY ADMINISTRATOR; JOHN KING FOR
PROPERTY OWNER
NEGOTIATIONS: POSSIBLE VOLUNTARY PURCHASE.
The meeting adjourned to Closed Session at 5:00 p.m. and
returned to regular session at 5:55 p.m.
MOTION: Councilmember Peirce moved the meeting be adjourned.
The motion was seconded by Councilmember Peters and unanimously
carried. (5-0)
The meeting adjourned at 5:55 p.m.
MINUTES - MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL
• REGULAR MEETING - APRIL 28, 1997
VETERANS MEMORIAL HALL - 6:00 P.M.
Mayor Novak called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
ESTABLISH QUORUM AND CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBERS REPORTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Mayor Novak requested City Attorney David Hunt report on
actions taken during the Closed Session.
Mr. Hunt reported Council in Closed Session, under Government
Code Section 54956.8; Real Property Transactions, authorized
the City Administrator, the City's real property negotiator, to
enter into negotiations relating to the possible purchase by
the City of the Den-Dulk (John King) property.
Prior to discussions, Mayor Novak removed herself from these
discussions due to a financial conflict of interest as a result
• of Mr. King having been a contributor to her campaign and
stepped out of the room.
•
Councilmember Peirce made a motion to authorize the City
Administrator to proceed with negotiations for the purchase of
the Den -bulk (John King)property, and negotiate an option to
purchase per the approval of Council. The motion was seconded
by Councilmember Peters and carried 4-0-1(Mayor Novak
abstaining).
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Harry Rogers addressed Council on City improvements.
Colby Crotzer addressed Council regarding the provision of the
list of the ministerial association.
Wally McCray requested support in the dredging of the channel.
Steve Mathieu addressed Council regarding PEG Access and
requested this issue be agendized for discussion at the next
Council meeting.
Nelson Sullivan addressed concern with PEG Access.
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Mayor Novak closed the public comment period.
Councilmember Peters requested to agendize discussion to
eliminate the Coleman Park Launch Ramp proposal; and also
agendize discussion on in -lieu parking fees.
Unless an item is pulled for separate action by the City Council,
the following actions are approved without discussion.
A-1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF
APRIL 14, 1997 (BAUER) - THIS ITEM WAS PULLED FROM THE
AGENDA.
A-2 STATEMENT OF CASH & INVESTMENTS - MARCH 1997 (KOSER)
RECOMMENDATION: ACCEPT REPORT AS SUBMITTED.
A-3 EXPENDITURE REPORT - MARCH 1997 MOSER)
RECOMMENDATION: APPROVE AS SUBMITTED.
• A-4 APPROVAL OF CITY ATTORNEY CONTRACT EXTENSION (HUNT)
RECOMMENDATION: PURSUANT TO THE EVALUATION OF THE CITY ATTORNEY
AT THE LAST CLOSED SESSION AND THE DIRECTION GIVEN AT THAT TIME
THAT NO NOTICE BE PROVIDED UNDER THE CONTRACT FOR ANY
NEGOTIATIONS OR TERMINATION, CITY COUNCIL APPROVED THE CONTINUED
SERVICE OF HUNT & ASSOCIATES AS THE CITY ATTORNEY FOR THE CITY OF
MORRO BAY FOR THE NEXT TERM OF THE CONTRACT.
A-5 APPROVAL OF CITY ADMINISTRATOR CONTRACT EXTENSION (HUNT)
RECOMMENDATION: PURSUANT TO COUNCIL'S DISCUSSION AND EVALUATION
OF CITY ADMINISTRATOR IN CLOSED SESSION AND DIRECTION GIVEN AT
THAT TIME: 1) ACCEPT THE CITY ADMINISTRATOR'S NOTICE OF
RETIREMENT BY APPROXIMATELY YEAR END; 2) APPROVE THE EXTENSION OF
THE CITY ADMINISTRATOR'S CONTRACT ON A MONTH TO MONTH BASIS
PENDING THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS; AND 3) AUTHORIZE THE CITY
ADMINISTRATOR TO CONDUCT THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS FOR HIS
REPLACEMENT.
A-6 RESOLUTION NO. 31-97 APPROVING LEASE AGREEMENT WITH U.S.
COAST GUARD FOR USE OF NORTH T-PIER BERTHING FACILITIES
(ALGERT)
• RECOMMENDATION: APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. 31-97 AUTHORIZING
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EXECUTION OF THE 10-YEAR LEASE AGREEMENT WITH THE USCG FOR
VESSEL BERTHING AND RELATED SERVICES AT THE NORTH T-PIER.
• A-7 RESOLUTION NO. 28-97 CORRECTING DEED FOR SEWER EASEMENT
THROUGH PG&E POWER PLANT PROPERTY (BOUCHER)
RECOMMENDATION: APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. 28-97.
A-8 RESOLUTION NO. 23-97 AUTHORIZING DESTRUCTION OF RECORDS
PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 34090 (LOVEN)
RECOMMENDATION: APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. 23-97 WHICH RESCINDS PRIOR
COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO. 115-91 AND REAUTHORIZES THE DESTRUCTION OF
POLICE DEPARTMENT RECORDS.
A-9 RESOLUTION NO. 30-97 ACCEPTING TIDELANDS PARK PHASE III AS
COMPLETED BY ASSOCIATED PACIFIC AND AUTHORIZING A NOTICE OF
COMPLETION TO BE FILED (LUEKER) - THIS ITEM WAS PULLED FROM
THE AGENDA
A-10 PROCLAMATION DECLARING MAY 1997 AS 'NATIONAL ELECTRICAL
SAFETY MONTH' (BAUER)
RECOMMENDATION: ADOPT PROCLAMATION.
A-11 PROCLAMATION DECLARING MAY 4-10, 1997 AS 'NATIONAL TOURISM
• WEEK' (BAUER)
•
RECOMMENDATION: ADOPT PROCLAMATION.
Councilmember Elliott pulled Item A-6 from the Consent Calendar;
Councilmember Anderson pulled Item A-8.
MOTION: Councilmember Peters moved the City Council approve the
Consent Calendar with the exception of Items A-6 and A-
8. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Anderson
and unanimously carried. (5-0)
A-6 RESOLUTION NO. 31-97 APPROVING LEASE AGREEMENT WITH U.S.
COAST GUARD FOR USE OF NORTH T-PIER BERTHING FACILITIES
(ALGERT)
Councilmember Elliott expressed concern with the agreement with
USCG for use of the North T-Pier berthing facilities.
Harbor Director Rick Algert clarified the conditions of the usage
of the T-Pier.
Mayor Novak suggested pulling this item for further review.
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No further action was taken on this item.
• A-8 RESOLUTION NO. 23-97 AUTHORIZING DESTRUCTION OF RECORDS
PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 34090 (LOVEN)
Councilmember Anderson asked for clarification of this
authorization for the public's benefit.
Chief Loven clarified what the authorization allows for
destruction of Police Department records pursuant to Government
Code Section 34090.
MOTION: Councilmember Anderson moved the City Council approve
Resolution No. 23-97 authorizing destruction of records
pursuant to Government Code Section 34090. The motion
was seconded by Councilmember Elliott and unanimously
carried. (5-0)
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B-1 ORDINANCE NO. 459 - REVISIONS TO VARIOUS SECTIONS OF THE MORRO
BAY MUNICIPAL CODE; FIRST READING/INTRODUCTION (HOWELL)- THIS
ITEM WAS PULLED FROM THE AGENDA.
B-2 RESOLUTION NO. 29-97 APPROVING CITY-WIDE BIKEWAY PLANNING
• STUDY (BOUCHER)
Public Works Director Bill Boucher reviewed the City-wide Bikeway
Planning Study which is funded through a San Luis Obispo Council of
Governments (SLOCOG) grant. He recommended Council adopt Resolution
No. 29-97 approving the proposed project.
•
Mayor Novak opened the public hearing.
Colby Crotzer stated it is critical to connect the Class I bike
path because it is the regional link connecting North Morro Bay and
South Morro Bay.
Leabah Winter agreed with Mr. Crotzer's statements and stated this
issue should be reviewed by the Recreation and Parks Commission and
the community should be made more aware of the plan.
Steve Mathieu expressed support for the proposed priority list for
the funded plan.
John Barta also expressed support for staff's recommendation to
approve the proposed project priority list.
Mayor Novak closed the public hearing.
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Richard Murphy, SLOCOG, addressed funding sources for this project.
. MOTION: Councilmember Anderson moved the City Council adopt
Resolution No. 29-97 approving the City-wide Bikeway
Planning Study. The motion was seconded by Councilmember
Peirce and carried unanimously. (5-0)
MOTION: Mayor Novak moved the City Council instruct staff to
notify SLOCOG to seek reallocation of the $315,000
subject to the potential loss of the funding, and
withdraw the authorization if funding is not allocated.
The motion was seconded by Councilmember Anderson and
carried with Councilmember Peters voting no. (4-1)
Mayor Novak called for a break at 8:08 p.m.; the meeting resumed at
8:19 P.M.
B-3 CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING TO REVIEW AMENDMENTS TO THE LOCAL
COASTAL PROGRAM GENERAL PLAN AND MORRO BAY MUNICIPAL CODE
CHAPTER 13.20; BUILDING LIMITATION (NAUMAN)
Acting Planning and Building Director Shauna Nauman reviewed the
Planning Commission's review and recommendations to Morro Bay
Municipal Code (MBMC) Chapter 13.20. She recommended the City
Council continue this public hearing to the May 12, 1997 City
• Council meeting in order to receive the final Planning Commission
recommendation and then conduct the first reading/introduction of
the ordinance amendments to MBMC Chapter 13.20.
•
Mayor Novak opened the public hearing.
Don Doubledee, Chairman of the Planning Commission, stated the
Commission should have a recommendation after their May 5, 1997
meeting and requested Council continue this public hearing to their
May 12th meeting.
Harry Rogers stated he would like the City to address the facts and
adjust building fees.
Mayor Novak closed the public hearing.
MOTION: Councilmember Elliott moved the City Council continue
this public hearing to the May 12, 1997 City Council
meeting. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Peters
and carried unanimously. (5-0)
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• C-1 CONSIDERATION OF REJECTION REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS TO OPERATE
AND MANAGE MORRO BAY DIAL -A -RIDE (BOUCHER)
Public Works Director Bill Boucher reviewed the consideration of
rejecting the Request for Proposals (RFP) to operate and manage
Morro Bay Dial -A -Ride (MBDAR), and requested Council authorize an
extension of the current MBDAR contract with Laidlaw for one year
until a study that would assess sustainable service and funding
option for transit service in Morro Bay is complete.
MOTION: Mayor Novak moved the City Council reject all bids to
operate and manage Morro Bay Dial -A -Ride, prepare a study
that would assess sustainable service and funding options
for transit service in Morro Bay, and authorize an
extension of the current Morro Bay Dial -A -Ride contract
with Laidlaw for one year until the study is complete.
The motion was seconded by Councilmember Peters and
carried unanimously. (5-0)
D. NEW BUSINESS
D-1 RESOLUTION NO. 27-97 ADOPTING CITY-WIDE RECORDS RETENTION
SCHEDULE (DAVIS)
• City Administrator Dave Howell requested Council approval of
Resolution No. 27-97 approving a City-wide Records Retention
Schedule in order to begin the process of organizing and purging
files.
•
MOTION: Councilmember Elliott moved the City Council approve
Resolution No. 27-97 approving the adoption of a City-
wide Records Retention Schedule. The motion was seconded
by Councilmember Peirce and unanimously carried. (5-0)
D-2 APPOINTMENT OF COUNCIL DELEGATE TO NATIONAL ESTUARY PROGRAM
LOCAL POLICY ^^'c AR;GGIL COMMITTEE(NOVAK)
Mayor Novak offered to serve as the City's delegate to serve on the
National Estuary Program Local Policy eeuneil Committee.
MOTION: Mayor Novak moved the City Council appoint her to serve
as delegate on the National Estuary Program Local Policy
Gatineil Committee. The motion was seconded by
Councilmember Anderson and carried unanimously. (5-0)
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D-3 REQUEST BY COUNCILMEMBER TO REAGENDIZE DISCUSSION OF THE
PUBLIC EDUCATION AND GOVERNMENT ACCESS PLAN (PETERS)
• Councilmember Peters requested this item be reagendized to discuss:
1) the need for additional public input pertaining to the public
and education aspects of Public Education and Government Access
(PEG); and 2) budget appropriation to fund a professional
negotiator to assist with negotiations with Sonic Cable.
MOTION: Councilmember Peters moved the City Council cease
negotiations with Sonic Cable until further review by
Council. The motion failed with Councilmembers Anderson,
Elliott and Mayor Novak voting no. (2-3)
MOTION: Mayor Novak moved the City Council send the need for
additional public input pertaining to the public and
education aspects of Public Education and Government
Access to the Public Works Advisory Board for review; and
direct staff to postpone negotiations with Sonic Cable
until further review by Council. The motion was seconded
by Councilmember Anderson and carried with Councilmember
Peters voting no. (4-1)
F.
The meeting adjourned at 9:45 p.m.
• Recorded by:
Bridgett Bauer
City Clerk
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NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Morro Bay City Council will be
holding a Town Hall Meeting on Thursday, April 24, 1997 at 6:00 p.m. to be
held at the Morro Bay Veterans Memorial Building, 209 Surf Street, Morro Bay,
California.
DATED: April 21, 1997
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NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Special Meeting of the Morro Bay
City Council is hereby called to be held on Wednesday, April 16.1997 at 7:00
p•m• to be held at St. Timothy's Catholic Church - Community Hall, 962 Piney
Way, Morro Bay, California
The City Council will be meeting jointly with the City's Community
Promotions Committee, Morro Bay Visitors Information Center, and San Luis
• Obispo County Visitors and Conference Bureau and Film Commission to discuss
tourism to Morro Bay through marketing and advertising.
DATED: April 9, 1997
CATHY OVAK, Mayor
M O R R O BA Y
T O U R I S M C O N F E R E N C E
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VISITORS & CONFERENCE BUREAU
Date: Wednesday April 16, 1997
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Place: St.Timothy's Catholic Church —Community Hall
962 Piney Way, Morro Bay (across from the Community Center)
REFRESHMENTS WILL BE SERVED
CITY OF MORRO BAY Our Mission is to increase tourism to Morro Bay through
COMMUNITY PROMOTI ONS marketing and advertising. Tourism is essential to the eco-
C O M M I T T E E nomic health and quality of life of this community. We pro-
vide input and recommendations to the Morro Bay City
Council on policies and expenditure programs to advertise
and promoto Morro Bay as a tourist destination point.
M O R R O B A Y Our Mission is to function as a response center for Morro
V I S I T O R S I N F O R M A T I O N Bay advertising and information requests. Among the visitor-
C E N T E R Serving activities, the center is a clearing house for Morro
Bay sponsored events. Our staff and volunteers receive in-
formation requests and disseminate responses to potential
visitors and locals alike over the telephone and through mail.
SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY Our Mission is to promote the county's economic opportuni-
V I S I T O R S AND CONFERENCE ties through its primary industry... tourism.
. BUREAU AND F I L M
C O M M I S S I O N
We invite you to join us and learn more about how we work together to promote and support our community.
City of Morro Bay
• City Council Agenda
Mission Statement
The City of Morro Bay is dedicated to the preservation and enhancement of the quality of life. The City shall
be committed to this purpose and will provide a level of municipal service and safety consistent with
and responsive to the needs of the public.
REGULAR MEETING - APRIL 14, 1997; 5:00 P.M.
CLOSED SESSION - APRIL 14, 1997
CITY HALL CONFERENCE ROOM - 5:00 P.M.
595 HARBOR ST., MORRO BAY, CA
CS-1 GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9(A); CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL
COUNSEL REGARDING PENDING LITIGATION
♦ STATUS REPORT ON ALL PENDING LITIGATION. THIS IS A REPORT ON
STATUS AND NO ACTION MAY BE TAKEN ON ANY MATTER NOT
SPECIFICALLY LISTED. COUNCIL MAY REQUEST A SPECIFIC MATTER
BE AGENDIZED IN THE FUTURE FOR ACTION.
CS-2 GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.8; REAL PROPERTY TRANSACTIONS
• INSTRUCTING CITY'S REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR REGARDING THE
PRICE AND TERMS OF PAYMENT FOR THE PURCHASE, SALE, EXCHANGE,
OR LEASE OF REAL PROPERTY AS TO TWO PARCELS.
A. AL GEORGE PROPERTY:
♦
PROPERTY - VACANT LOT
LOCATED ON MAIN STREET, HARBOR
STREET, MORRO BAY BLVD.
AND MONTEREY STREET.
♦
NEGOTIATING PARTIES -
HARBOR DIRECTOR AND/OR CITY
ADMINISTRATOR ON BEHALF
OF CITY; AL GEORGE ON BEHALF OF
THE OWNERS.
♦
NEGOTIATIONS - POSSIBLE
PURCHASE.
B.
NORRIS PROJECT:
♦
PROPERTY - MORRO BAY
BLVD., PACIFIC STREET, MARKET
STREET AND EMBARCADERO.
♦
NEGOTIATING PARTIES -
HARBOR DIRECTOR AND/OR CITY
ADMINISTRATOR ON BEHALF
OF CITY; JESSE NORRIS.
♦
NEGOTIATIONS - SALE OR ABANDONMENT OF MARKET STREET AND
ACQUISITION OF OTHER PROPERTY.
CS-3 GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54957; PERSONNEL ISSUES
♦ DISCUSSIONS REGARDING PERSONNEL ISSUES INCLUDING TWO (2)
PUBLIC EMPLOYEES REGARDING DISCIPLINE/RELEASE/EVALUATION -
SPECIFICALLY THE CITY ATTORNEY AND CITY ADMINISTRATOR.
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• PUBLIC SESSION - APRIL 14, 1997
VETERANS MEMORIAL HALL - 6:00 P.M.
209 SURF ST., MORRO BAY, CA
ESTABLISH QUORUM AND CALL TO ORDER
PRAYER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBERS ANNOUNCEMENTS & PRESENTATIONS
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD - Members of the audience wishing to
address the Council on City business matters (other than Public
Hearing items under Section B) may do so at this time.
To increase the effectiveness of the Public Comment Period, the
following rules shall be followed:
♦ When recognized by the Mayor, please come forward to the
podium and state your name and address for the record.
Comments are to be limited to three minutes.
♦ All remarks shall be addressed to Council, as a whole, and
not to any individual member thereof.
♦ No person shall be permitted to make slanderous, profane or
personal remarks against any elected official, commission
and/or staff.
• COUNCIL DECLARATION OF FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
A. CONSENT CALENDAR
Unless an item is pulled for separate action by the City Council,
the following actions are approved without discussion.
A-1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF
MARCH 24, 1997 - (BAUER)
: APPROVE MINUTES AS SUBMITTED.
A-2 RESOLUTION NO. 25-97 APPROVING ASSIGNMENT OF LEASE FOR LEASE
SITE 200; (WIXOM CONCRETE TO KAISER MATERIALS) - (ALGERT)
RECOMMENDATION: APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. 25-97 APPROVING THE
ASSIGNMENT OF LEASE AGREEMENT FOR LEASE SITE 150 FROM WIXOM
CONCRETE, INC. TO KAISER SAND AND GRAVEL CORPORATION.
A-3 RESOLUTION NO. 26-97 APPROVING NEW LEASE FOR LEASE SITE 34W
- (ALGERT)
RECOMMENDATION: APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. 26-97 AUTHORIZING
THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A NEW 10-YEAR LEASE AGREEMENT FOR LEASE
SITE 34W; (WALTON HERBEL ESTATE).
• A-4 RESOLUTION NO. 24-97 RELATING TO SOLID WASTE ADJUSTMENT
METHODOLOGY - (NOVAK)
RECOMMENDATION: APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. 24-97.
A-5 PROCLAMATION DECLARING APRIL 19, 1997 AS "ARBOR DAY" -
(LUEKER)
RECOMMENDATION: ADOPT PROCLAMATION.
A-6 REJECTION OF CLAIM AGAINST THE CITY; JOHNSON - (DAVIS); THIS
ITEM HAS BEEN PULLED FROM THE AGENDA.
B. PUBLIC HEARINGS. REPORTS & APPEARANCES
B-1 STATUS REPORT ON PROPOSED BOAT LAUNCH RAMP GRANT - (ALGERT)
RECEIVE PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED SECOND
LAUNCH RAMP.
B-2 AMENDMENTS TO THE LOCAL COASTAL PROGRAM GENERAL PLAN AND
MORRO BAY MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 13.20 (BUILDING LIMITATION)
TO IMPLEMENT THE CERTIFIED WATER MANAGEMENT PLAN - (NAUMAN)
RECOMMENDATION: CONTINUE THIS PUBLIC HEARING TO THE APRIL
28, 1997 OR MAY 12, 1997 REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING.
• C. UNFINISHED BUSINESS - NONE.
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D. NEW BUSINESS
D-1 DISCUSSION ON FORMATION OF AD -HOC COMMITTEE TO PURSUE
DOWNTOWN IMPROVEMENTS - (HOWELL)
RECOMMENDATION: DISCUSS ISSUES AND DECIDE WHETHER TO FORM
AN AD -HOC COMMITTEE TO CONDUCT A STUDY AND MAKE
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR BUSINESS DISTRICT IMPROVEMENTS.
E.
THIS AGENDA IS SURJECI TO AMENDMENT UP TO 72 HOURS PRIOR TO THE DATE AND TIME SET FOR THE MEETING.
PLEASE REFER TO THE AGENDA POSTED AT CITY HALL FOR ANY REVISICNS OR CALL THE CLERK'S OFFICE AT 772-6200 FOR
FURTHER INFORMATION.
COPIES OF STAFF REPORTS OR OTHER PUBLIC DOCUMENTATION RELATING TO EACH ITEM OF BUSINESS REFERRED TO
ON THIS AGENDA ARE ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK AND AVAILABLE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION AND
REPRODUCTION AT COST AT CITY HALL, LIBRARY, AND MILLS STATIONERY.
IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, IF YOU NEED SPECIAL ASSISTANCE TO
PARTICIPATE IN A CITY MEETING, PLEASE CONTACT THE CITY CLRRR'S OFFICE AT LEAST 74 HOURS PRIOR TO THE MEETING
TO INSURE THAT REASONABLE ARRANGEMENTS CAN BE MADE TO PROVIDE ACCESSIBILITY TO THE MEETING.
•MINUTES - MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL
CLOSED SESSION - APRIL 14, 1997
CITY HALL CONFERENCE ROOM - 5:00 P.M.
Mayor Novak called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m.
PRESENT: Cathy Novak
Rodger Anderson
Dave Elliott
William Peirce
Janice Peters
STAFF: Dave Howell
David Hunt
Mayor
Councilmember
Councilmember
Councilmember
Councilmember
City Administrator
City Attorney
MOTION: Councilmember Anderson moved the meeting be adjourned to
Closed Session. The motion was seconded by Councilmember
Elliott and unanimously carried. (5-0)
Mayor Novak read the Closed Session statement.
CS-1 GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9 (A) : CONFERENCE W1TE-JZQAL
COUNSEL REGARDING PENDING LITIGATION
• ♦ STATUS REPORT ON ALL PENDING LITIGATION. THIS IS A REPORT ON
STATUS AND NO ACTION MAY BE TAKEN ON ANY MATTER NOT
SPECIFICALLY LISTED. COUNCIL MAY REQUEST A SPECIFIC MATTER BE
AGENDIZED IN THE FUTURE FOR ACTION.
CS-2 GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.8; REAL PROPERTY TRANSACTIONS
INSTRUCTING CITY'S REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR REGARDING THE
PRICE AND TERMS OF PAYMENT FOR THE PURCHASE, SALE, EXCHANGE,
OR LEASE OF REAL PROPERTY AS TO TWO PARCELS.
A. AL GEORGE PROPERTY:
♦ PROPERTY - VACANT LOT LOCATED ON MAIN STREET, HARBOR
STREET, MORRO BAY BLVD. AND MONTEREY STREET.
♦ NEGOTIATING PARTIES - HARBOR DIRECTOR AND/OR CITY
ADMINISTRATOR ON BEHALF OF CITY; AL GEORGE ON BEHALF OF
THE OWNERS.
♦ NEGOTIATIONS - POSSIBLE PURCHASE.
B. NORRIS PROJECT:
♦ PROPERTY - MORRO BAY BLVD., PACIFIC STREET, MARKET STREET
AND EMBARCADERO.
♦ NEGOTIATING PARTIES - HARBOR DIRECTOR AND/OR CITY
ADMINISTRATOR ON BEHALF OF CITY; JESSE NORRIS.
♦ NEGOTIATIONS - SALE OR ABANDONMENT OF MARKET STREET AND
• ACQUISITION OF OTHER PROPERTY.
♦ DISCUSSIONS REGARDING PERSONNEL ISSUES INCLUDING TWO (2)
PUBLIC EMPLOYEES REGARDING DISCIPLINE/RELEASE/EVALUATION -
SPECIFICALLY THE CITY ATTORNEY AND CITY ADMINISTRATOR. _
The meeting adjourned to Closed Session at 5:00 p.m. and
returned to regular session at 5:55 p.m.
MOTION: Councilmember Peters moved the meeting be adjourned.
The motion was seconded by Councilmember Anderson and
unanimously carried. (5-0)
The meeting adjourned at 5:55 p.m.
MINUTES - MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING - APRIL 14, 1997
VETERANS MEMORIAL HALL - 6:00 P.M.
• Mayor Novak called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
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ESTABLISH QUORUM AND CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
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Friends of the Library presented their building expansion
plans to Mayor Novak.
Mayor Novak presented Certificates of Appreciation to those
who served on City Boards and Commissions.
City Attorney David Hunt made a Closed Session Announcement
stating Council instructed the City's real property negotiator
to communicate to Jesse Norris the City's rejection of his
proposed project, and further instructed not to enter into any
further negotiations on project.
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Nanci Smith addressed concerns regarding the City's business
activity with outside businesses which negatively affects
businesses in Morro Bay.
Rich Smith also addressed concerns with the loss of business in
town, and suggested the City hire a consultant to attract
business to Morro Bay.
Chris Bates, resident of Blue Heron Mobilehome Park, addressed
opposition to the proposed development for a third level in the
park.
Warren Dorn announced Morro Bay Beautiful will be holding a
mixer on Thursday, April 17th at Dorn's Restaurant.
Bernie Melvin stated the City should concentrate on assisting
businesses which already exist.
Ann Freeman addressed concerns with the realignment of Coleman
Drive. She also mentioned Mayor Novak may have a conflict of
interest in decisions made on the DenDulk property since John
• King made a contribution to her campaign.
Lynda Merrill suggested the City consider building a "warm" pool
for aquatic/therapeutic purposes by using funds from the
business improvement fund.
Bill Raflowski addressed the status of the Yerba Buena
stoplight.
The following people addressed sewer eruption problems on Carmel
Street: Laurie Johnson, Suzy Christian, and Mary Mack.
Leabah Winter requested Council schedule a special meeting to
discuss the DenDulk property issue.
Wally McCray announced Arbor Day celebrations will take place on
April 19th from 12:30 - 2:00 p.m. at Tidelands Park.
Colby Crotzer expressed opposition to synopsis minutes for
public meetings. He also addressed concerns with the public
meeting scheduled for April 16th which is being held at a
church. Mr. Crotzer noted the personnel issues on the Closed
Session agenda and recommended for the amount of money being
spent on a contract position for attorney services, the City
should consider making this a full-time City position.
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Nancy Barta stated it was difficult in finding a location for
the joint meeting between the Community Promotions
Committee/Chamber of Commerce/Visitors & Conference Bureau and
the City Council, and St. Timothy's was available with the
equipment necessary for this meeting.
Steve Mathieu announced the Estero Community Access (ECA)
Committee will be meeting on April 15, 1997. He presented a
videotape provided by ECA on "Television to Inform the Public"
to the City.
Harry Rogers expressed opposition to the approved audit on motel
bed tax reports. He addressed the Water Management Plan stating
water reports should be based on facts, and should not be
considered a scarce resource.
Charles Palmer stated there is not a shortage of water in the
City, however, the management of water is a concern.
DECLARATION OF FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Councilmember Peters requested to agendize discussion of PEG
• Access to receive public input on public/education access, and
to use the remainder of the taping budget funds to hire a
negotiator for the Sonic contract.
Unless an item is pulled for separate action by the City
Council, the following actions are approved without discussion.
A-1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF
MARCH 24, 1997 - (BAUER)
Mr. Howell recommended Council approve the minutes as submitted.
A-2 RESOLUTION NO. 25-97 APPROVING ASSIGNMENT OF LEASE FOR
LEASE SITE 200; (WIXOM CONCRETE TO KAISER MATERIALS) -
(ALGERT)
Mr. Howell recommended Council approve Resolution No. 25-97
approving the Assignment of Lease Agreement for Lease Site 150
from Wixom Concrete, Inc. to Kaiser Sand and Gravel Corporation.
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A-3 RESOLUTION NO. 26-97 APPROVING NEW LEASE FOR LEASE SITE 34W
- (ALGERT)
Mr. Howell recommended Council approve Resolution No. 26-97
authorizing the Mayor to execute a new 10-Year Lease Agreement
for Lease Site 34W; (Walton Herbel Estate).
A-4 RESOLUTION NO. 24-97 RELATING TO SOLID WASTE ADJUSTMENT
METHODOLOGY - (NOVAK)
Mr. Howell recommended Council approve Resolution No. 24-97.
A-5 PROCLAMATION DECLARING APRIL 19, 1997 AS "ARBOR DAY" -
(LUEKER)
Mr. Howell recommended Council adopt the proclamation.
A-6 REJECTION OF CLAIM AGAINST THE CITY; JOHNSON - (DAVIS)
This item was pulled from the agenda.
Councilmember Peters pulled Item A-1 from the Consent Calendar.
isMOTION: Councilmember Elliott moved the City Council approve
Items A-2, A-3, A-4 and A-5 of the Consent Calendar.
The motion was seconded by Councilmember Anderson and
unanimously carried. (5-0)
A-1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF
MARCH 24, 1997 - (BAUER)
Councilmember Peters requested a correction be made to page 5,
paragraph 10, stating the fee is $6.72/year not per month.
MOTION: Councilmember Peters moved the City Council approve
Item A-1 of the Consent Calendar as amended. The
motion was seconded by Councilmember Anderson and
unanimously carried. (5-0)
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B-1 STATUS REPORT ON PROPOSED BOAT LAUNCH RAMP GRANT - (ALGERT)
Harbor Director Rick Algert reviewed the status of the proposed
boat launch ramp located at the northernmost portion of Coleman
Drive. He stated he met with the Department of Boating and
Waterways (DBW) regarding possible changes to the project site
plan, and their response is they are firm that the project must
conform to their current design guidelines as submitted. Mr.
Algert recommended the City Council: 1) direct staff not to
proceed with work on the proposed second boat launch ramp in the
area of Morro Rock. State funding for the grant will lapse on
June 30, 1997, and the City's previous grant application will be
withdrawn from the DBW grant consideration list; and 2)
establish a 3-5 person ad -hoc committee to review the potential
to improve facilities at the existing Tidelands Park boat launch
ramp and other potential sites for a second boat launch ramp in
Morro Bay harbor. The committee should be directed to report
back to the City Council on results of this review within 90
days of the first committee meeting.
Mayor Novak opened the hearing for public comment.
The following people spoke in support of a boat launch ramp in
the northernmost portion of Coleman Drive: Bill Meyer and Dan
Dorn.
The following people spoke in opposition of a boat launch ramp
in the northernmost portion of Coleman Drive: Nancy Bast,
Dorothy Cutter, Don Lockwood, George Taylor, Bernie Melvin,
Donna Lawrence, Lynda Merrill, Judy Graham, John Birch, Bill
• Raflowski, Joe Giannini, Nancy Castle, and Jim Wood.
Warren Dorn stated South Street should be extended through to
the Embarcadero for proper access.
Harry Rogers expressed support for a boat launch ramp that is
designed for smaller boats.
Wally McCray recommended looking at different versions of ramps
to launch boats.
Charles Palmer recommended using a crane at the t-pier to launch
small boats.
Steve Mathieu stated the launch ramp rally was filmed by Estero
Community Access.
MOTION: Mayor Novak moved the City Council direct staff not to
proceed with work on the proposed second boat launch
ramp in the area of Morro Rock; and also directed
staff to establish an ad -hoc committee consisting of
one member from the Planning Commission, Harbor
Advisory Board, Public Works Advisory Board,
Recreation & Parks Commission, and a commercial
fisherman to review the potential to improve
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facilities at the existing Tidelands Park boat launch
ramp and other potential sites for a second boat
±auimh ramp access facility in Morro Bay harbor. The
committee should be directed to report back to the
City Council on results of this review within 90 days
of the first committee meeting. The motion was
seconded by Councilmember Peters and unanimously
carried. (5-0)
Mayor Novak called for a break at 9:00 p.m.; the meeting
resumed at 9:15 p.m.
B-2 AMENDMENTS TO THE LOCAL COASTAL PROGRAM GENERAL PLAN AND
MORRO BAY MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 13.20 (BUILDING
LIMITATION) TO IMPLEMENT THE CERTIFIED WATER MANAGEMENT
PLAN - (NAUMAN)
Staff recommended this public hearing be continued to the April
28, 1997 or May 12, 1997 City Council meeting.
Mayor Novak opened the hearing for public comment.
John Barta, Vice Chairman of the Planning Commission, requested
• Council continue this item to the May 12, 1997 City Council
meeting.
Colby Crotzer addressed a possible Brown Act violation in the
last paragraph of this staff report.
MOTION: Mayor Novak moved the City Council continue this
public hearing to the April 28, 1997 City Council
meeting. The motion was seconded by Councilmember
Peters and unanimously carried. (5-0)
C. UNFINISHED BUSINESS - None.
D. NEW BUSINESS
D-1 DISCUSSION ON FORMATION OF AD -HOC COMMITTEE TO PURSUE
DOWNTOWN IMPROVEMENTS - (HOWELL)
John Zaver, Chairman of the Economic Vitality Committee (EVC),
addressed Council regarding accomplishments made by the EVC to
assist in bringing back a tax -base to the City.
Council requested the EVC review options for improvements to the
business district along with available funding, and report back
to City Council on May 12, 1997.
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The meeting adjourned at 10:04 p.m.
Recorded by:
Bridgett Bauer
City Clerk
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City of Morro Bay
City Council Agenda
Mission Statement
The City of Mono Bay is dedicated to the preservation and enhancement of the quality of life. The City shall
be committed to this purpose and will provide a level of municipal service and safety consistent with
and responsive to the needs of the public.
REGULAR MEETING - MARCH 24, 1997; 5:00 P.M.
VETERANS MEMORIAL HALL - 6:00 P.M.
209 SURF ST., MORRO BAY, CA
ESTABLISH QUORUM AND CALL TO ORDER
PRAYER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBERS ANNOUNCEMENTS & PRESENTATIONS
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD - Members of the audience wishing to
address the Council on City business matters (other than Public
Hearing items under Section B) may do so at this time.
To increase the effectiveness of the Public Comment Period, the
following rules shall be followed:
♦ When recognized by the Mayor, please come forward to the
podium and state your name and address for the record.
Comments are to be limited to three minutes.
♦ All remarks shall be addressed to Council, as a whole, and
not to any individual member thereof.
♦ No person shall be permitted to make slanderous, profane or
personal remarks against any elected official, commission
and/or staff.
COUNCIL DECLARATION OF FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
A. CONSENT CALENDAR
Unless an item is pulled for separate action by the City Council,
the following actions are approved without discussion.
A-1 Minutes for the Regular City Council Meetings of February
24, 1997 and March 10, 1997 (BAUER)
RECOMMENDATION: APPROVE AS SUBMITTED.
A-2 Statements of Cash and Investments - February 1997 (KOSER)
: ACCEPT REPORT.
A-3 Expenditure Reports - February 1997 (KOSER)
RECOMMENDATION: APPROVE REPORT.
A-4 Quarterly Sales Tax Report for July -September, 1997 (KOSER)
• RECOMMENDATION: RECEIVE REPORT.
A-5 Resolution Amending Harbor Department Rules and Regulations
to Provide Operating Rules for New Side Tie -Dock at
Tidelands Park (ALGERT)
THIS ITEM HAS BEEN PULLED FROM THE AGENDA
A-6 Claim Rejection Against the City; Bunker (DAVIS)
: REJECT CLAIM.
A-7 Proclamation Acknowledging Funds Raised by Foundation for
San Luis Obispo County Public Libraries (BAUER)
RECOMMENDATION: ADOPT PROCLAMATION.
A-8 Proclamation Urging Local Post Office Branches to Fly the
Nationally Recognized POW/MIA Flags (BAUER)
: ADOPT PROCLAMATION.
A-9 Proclamation Declaring April 1997 as "Month of the Child"
(BAUER)
• RECOMMENDATION: ADOPT PROCLAMATION.
A-10 Proclamation Declaring April 1997 as "Teen Pregnancy
Prevention Month" (BAUER)
A-11 Resolution No. 22-97 Approving Air Pollution Control
District Grant Application for Trolley
. ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 22-97.
B. PUBLIC HEARINGS. REPORTS & APPEARANCES
B-1 Consideration of Adopting Parking Time Limits (LOVEN)
RECOMMENDATION: REVIEW REPORT, ACCEPT PUBLIC INPUT, AND
PROVIDE DIRECTION TO STAFF.
B-2 Consideration of Morro Bay Public, Educational and
Government Access Plan (BOUCHER)
RECOMMENDATION: APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. 21-97 ADOPTING MORRO
BAY PEG ACCESS PLAN; SELECT NON-PROFIT MANAGEMENT OPTION FOR
PUBLIC AND EDUCATIONAL ACCESS; SELECT CITY ACCESS POLICY
AGENCY OPTION FOR GOVERNMENT ACCESS; AND AUTHORIZE STAFF TO
• DEVELOP AN RFP FOR SELECTION OF A NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION
FOR PUBLIC AND EDUCATIONAL ACCESS AND RETURN TO COUNCIL FOR
APPROVAL TO DISSEMINATE THE RFP.
3-3 Consideration of Time Extension of Ordinance No. 457; Adult
• Business Regulations (NAUMAN)
RECOMMENDATION: ADOPT ORDINANCE NO. 458, FIRST TIME
EXTENSION OF ORDINANCE NO. 457; ADULT BUSINESS REGULATIONS,
AS AN URGENCY ORDINANCE BY 4/5TH VOTE OF THE COUNCIL.
C. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
C-1 Consideration of Options for Replacement of Firefighter
Position (HOWELL)
RECOMMENDATION: REPLACEMENT OF THIS POSITION BE GIVEN HIGH
PRIORITY AND BE INCLUDED IN THE 1997/98 ANNUAL BUDGET.
D. NEW BUSINESS
D-1 Consideration of Funding Request by Morro Bay Natural
History Museum (HOWELL)
RECOMMENDATION: REVIEW REQUEST AND DECIDE WHETHER OR NOT TO
PROVIDE FUNDING PRIOR TO BUDGET CYCLE.
D-2 Consideration of Contract for Transient Occupancy Tax Audit
Services (KOSER)
RECOMMENDATION: AUTHORIZE THE CITY ADMINISTRATOR TO EXECUTE
• CONTRACT WITH MUNICIPAL RESOURCE CONSULTANTS TO PERFORM
AUDIT.
E. ADJOURNMENT
THIS AGENDA IS SUBJECT TO AMENDMENT UP TO 72 HOURS
PRIOR TO THE DATE AND TIME SET FOR THE MEETING. PLEASE
REFER TO THE AGENDA POSTED AT CITY HALL FOR ANY
REVISIONS OR CALL THE CLERK'S OFFICE AT 772-6200 FOR
FURTHER INFORMATION.
COPIES OF STAFF REPORTS OR OTHER PUBLIC DOCUMENTATION
RELATING TO EACH ITEM OF BUSINESS REFERRED TO ON THIS
AGENDA ARE ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK AND
AVAILABLE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION AND REPRODUCTION AT
COST AT CITY HALL, LIBRARY, AND MILLS STATIONERY.
IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT,
IF YOU NEED SPECIAL ASSISTANCE TO PARTICIPATE IN A CITY
MEETING, PLEASE CONTACT THE CITY CLERK'S OFFICE AT
LEAST 24 HOURS PRIOR TO THE MEETING TO INSURE THAT
REASONABLE ARRANGEMENTS CAN BE MADE TO PROVIDE
ACCESSIBILITY TO THE MEETING.
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• MINUTES - MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING - MARCH 24, 1997
VETERANS MEMORIAL HALL - 6:00 P.M.
Mayor Novak called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
PRESENT: Cathy Novak
Mayor
Rodger Anderson
Councilmember
Dave Elliott
Councilmember
William Peirce
Councilmember
Janice Peters
Councilmember
ABSENT: None
STAFF: Dave Howell
City Administrator
David Hunt
City Attorney
Bridgett Bauer
City Clerk
Bill Boucher
Public Works Director
Janeen Burlingame
Administrative Assistant
Jeff Jones
Fire Chief
Jim Koser
Finance Director
Joe Loven
Police Chief
Andrea Lueker
Recreation & Parks Director
• Invocation presented by Pastor Randy Nash of Los Osos Christian
Fellowship.
Bill Olson led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Mayor Novak shared a "Thought for the Day"
MAYOR'S REPORTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mayor Novak and Chief Loven introduced John Wood, District
Commissioner for the Boy Scouts of America, who presented a
Charter to the Morro Bay Police Explorer Program.
MOTION: Councilmember Peters moved the City Council approve
Consent Calendar Items A-7, A-9, and A-10. The motion
was seconded by Councilmember Anderson and unanimously
carried. (5-0)
Mayor Novak presented proclamations to the Morro Bay Kid's Club
declaring April 1997 as "Month of the Child"; Jessica Westerfield
of EOC declaring April 1997 as "Teen Pregnancy Prevention Month";
and to Members of the Foundation for San Luis Obispo County
Public Libraries acknowledging funds raised for the foundation.
MINUTES - MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING - MARCH 24, 1997
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• PUBLIC COMMENT
Colby Crotzer addressed the minutes of February 24, 1997 (Item B-
1) stating the minutes do not summarize the true tenor of this
public hearing item.
Rosalie Valvo addressed Item D-1 (Consideration of Funding
Request by Morro Bay Natural History Museum) and encouraged
Council support in assisting in the funding of this renovation
project.
Nelson Sullivan also encouraged Council support on Item D-1, and
also addressed allowances made for the Cloister Project.
Ed Ewing addressed parking in -lieu fee allowances made for the
Marina Square Project.
Meredith Bates made a point of clarification on a statement made
at a panel discussion in San Luis Obispo on Friday referring to
Estero Community Access.
Mary Phillips stated she usually uses 1-2 units of water per
month and resents the fact she pays for up to 3 units; she
referred to a comment she made at the February 24, 1997 Council
• meeting (Item B-1) stating she did not speak for or against
prayer at Council meetings; she also referred to a package of
information she sent to Washington, D.C. in support of harbor
funding.
Lynda Merrill addressed synopsis minutes stating they eliminate
reasons why people speak out and requested Council reinstate
verbatim minutes.
Harry Rogers addressed the importance of the City's
infrastructure and capital improvement projects.
DECLARATION OF FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Councilmember Peters requested discussion on parking in -lieu fees
and payment plan.
A. CONSENT CALENDAR
Unless an item is pulled for separate action by the City Council,
the following actions are approved without discussion.
A-1 MINUTES FOR THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS OF FEBRUARY
24, 1997 AND MARCH 10, 1997 (BAUER)
A-2 STATEMENTS OF CASH AND INVESTMENTS - FEBRUARY 1997 (KOSER)
• A-3 EXPENDITURE REPORTS - FEBRUARY 1997 (KOSER)
MINUTES - MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING - MARCH 24, 1997
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A-4 QUARTERLY SALES TAX REPORT FOR JULY-SEPTEMBER, 1997 (KOSER)
A-5 RESOLUTION AMENDING HARBOR DEPARTMENT RULES AND REGULATIONS
TO PROVIDE OPERATING RULES FOR NEW SIDE TIE -DOCK AT
TIDELANDS PARK (ALGERT) - This item was pulled from the
agenda.
A-6 CLAIM REJECTION AGAINST THE CITY; BUNKER (DAVIS)
A-7 PROCLAMATION ACKNOWLEDGING FUNDS RAISED BY FOUNDATION FOR
SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARIES (BAUER)
A-8 PROCLAMATION URGING LOCAL POST OFFICE BRANCHES TO FLY THE
NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED POW/MIA FLAGS (BAUER)
A-9 PROCLAMATION DECLARING APRIL 1997 AS "MONTH OF THE CHILD"
(BAUER)
A-10 PROCLAMATION DECLARING APRIL 1997 AS "TEEN PREGNANCY
PREVENTION MONTH" (BAUER)
A-11 RESOLUTION NO. 22-97 APPROVING AIR POLLUTION CONTROL
DISTRICT GRANT APPLICATION FOR TROLLEY
is Councilmember Peters pulled Item A-1 from the Consent Calendar.
MOTION: Councilmember Peters moved the City Council approve
Items A-2, A-3, A-4, A-6, A-8, and A-11 on the Consent
Calendar. The motion was seconded by Councilmember
Elliott and unanimously carried. (5-0)
A-1 MINUTES FOR THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS OF FEBRUARY
24, 1997 AND MARCH 10, 1997 (BAUER)
Councilmember Peters addressed the minutes of February 24, 1997
(Item B-1/Page 5) stating the last paragraph should say Those who
spoke in opposition to prayer or in favor of Moment in Silence at
Council meetings; Council concurred.
MOTION: Councilmember Peters moved the City Council approve
Item A-1 of the Consent Calendar as amended. The
motion was seconded by Councilmember Anderson and
unanimously carried. (5-0)
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MINUTES - MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING - MARCH 24, 1997
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• B. PUBLIC HEARINGS. REPORTS & APPEARANCES
B-1 CONSIDERATION OF ADOPTING PARKING TIME LIMITS (LOVEN)
Police Chief Joe Loven reviewed the issue of establishing parking
time limits on the Embarcadero stating the voluntary compliance
request of the merchants to have their employees park off of the
Embarcadero has made little or no impact on the number of
employee vehicles parking on the Embarcadero, thus taking up
spaces that could be used by customers. Chief Loven noted Council
may wish to move ahead with establishing parking time limits that
the Police Department can enforce through parking citations.
Mayor Novak opened the hearing for public comment.
The following people spoke in opposition to parking time limits
being imposed on the Embarcadero: Ed Ewing, Ralph Gunther, Mike
DeGarimore, Colby Crotzer, Jim Wood, JoAnn Cann, and Harry
Rogers.
Mary Phillips addressed the lack of handicap parking locations
available on the Embarcadero.
Mayor Novak closed the hearing for public comment.
• After Council discussion, the consensus of the City Council was
to maintain parking "as is" on the Embarcadero.
Mayor Novak called for a break at 7:30 p.m.; the meeting resumed
at 7:50 p.m.
B-2 CONSIDERATION OF MORRO BAY PUBLIC, EDUCATIONAL AND
GOVERNMENT ACCESS PLAN (BOUCHER)
Administrative Assistant Janeen Burlingame reviewed the
Consortium for Community Media Executive Summary, the report on
Management Options for Public, Educational and Government (PEG)
Access, and the Morro Bay PEG Access Plan. She recommended the
following:
1. Approve Resolution No. 21-97 adopting the Morro Bay PEG
Access Plan;
2. Select the non-profit management option for public and
educational access;
3. Select the City Access Policy Agency option for government
access; and
4. Authorize staff to develop a Request for Proposal (RFP) for
selection of a non-profit organization for public and
educational access, and return to Council for approval to
disseminate the RFP.
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• Mayor Novak opened the hearing for public comment.
Steve Mathieu, Founder of Channel 54, was allowed 10 minutes to
make a presentation to Council regarding Morro Bay PEG Access.
Shoosh Crotzer expressed the importance of not segregating
public, education and government access; she supports the
selection of a non-profit organization to manage this plan.
Don Shear, SLOCO Access, expressed support to the Consortium for
Community Media and addressed ADA requirements such as Closed
Caption viewing.
Meredith Bates expressed frustration with the lack of funding for
this plan.
Leabah Winter stated the community should be more informed on PEG
Access. She addressed the monopoly that has been undertaken by
Sonic Cable.
John Barta urged Council to act carefully on this issue stating
it is a multi -million dollar decision. He stated the public and
government access should be managed separately.
Grace Melton stated the City may not be able to afford the cost
• of PEG Access and urged Council to look at all the options
carefully.
Nelson Sullivan stated the City should avail itself to a good
consultant regarding this issue.
Wallace McCray stated $6.72/menth year is well worth the ability
to view Channel 54.
Nancy Castle reviewed other communities' PEG Access programs.
She urged Council review the proposed plan carefully.
Colby Crotzer stated the government should not have control of
PEG Access; it should be managed by a non-profit organization.
Ellen Sturtz, Coordinator for Consortium for Community Media,
urged Council review this plan carefully. She clarified the
separate line fee would go specifically for equipment.
Mary Phillips recognized Steve Mathieu for his efforts in
bringing PEG Access to Morro Bay and urged Council to allow the
City to come to the forefront of this plan.
Pat Renshaw requested Council support in allowing the City to
come to the forefront of PEG Access.
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• Paul Tweed Jr. stated Channel 54 allows a free flow of
information to form a better democracy and deserves Council
support.
Mayor Novak closed the hearing for public comment.
After Council discussion, Council consensus was to table this
item until further review and public input is received.
B-3 CONSIDERATION OF TIME EXTENSION OF ORDINANCE NO. 457; ADULT
BUSINESS REGULATIONS (NAUMAN)
City Administrator Dave Howell introduced and recommended
approval of Ordinance No. 458 which allows for an extension of
Ordinance No. 457, the interim ordinance prohibiting the
establishment of adult entertainment businesses in the City of
Morro Bay for 10 months and 15 days (February 11, 1998).
Mayor Novak opened the hearing for public comment; there were no
comments and the public hearing was closed.
MOTION: Councilmember Anderson moved the City Council approve
Ordinance No. 458 which allows for an extension of
Ordinance No. 457, the interim ordinance prohibiting
• the establishment of adult entertainment businesses in
the City of Morro Bay for 10 months and 15 days
(February 11, 1998). The motion was seconded by
Councilmember Elliott and unanimously carried. (5-0)
Mayor Novak called for a break at 10:05 p.m.; the meeting resumed
at 10:15 p.m.
Mayor Novak requested to take the agenda out of order in order to
hear Item D-1 next; Council concurred.
D-1 CONSIDERATION OF FUNDING REQUEST BY MORRO BAY NATURAL
HISTORY MUSEUM (HOWELL)
City Administrator Dave Howell reviewed the request from members
of the Morro Bay Natural History Museum for funding to assist in
the remodel project. He noted $1,000 has been budgeted for this
project and requested Council's direction whether to provide
funding prior to the budget cycle.
MOTION: Councilmember Peirce moved the City Council approve the
funding for the Morro Bay Natural History Museum
renovation project in the amount of $1,000. The motion
was seconded by Councilmember Peters and unanimously
carried. (5-0)
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• C. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
C-1 CONSIDERATION OF OPTIONS FOR REPLACEMENT OF FIREFIGHTER
POSITION (HOWELL)
City Administrator Dave Howell stated the Fire Department's
traditional staffing level is down one firefighter position due
to the resignation of a firefighter in 1993 during a hiring
freeze. He reviewed the funding impacts to fill this vacant
position which would be approximately $15,000 for the remainder
of this year, $58,000 next year increasing to $70,000 in six
years. Mr. Howell recommended the replacement of this position
be given high priority and be included in the 1997/98 annual
budget.
MOTION: Councilmember Anderson moved the City Council approve
the funding to fill the vacant firefighter position,
and to fill the position by May 1, 1997. The motion
was seconded by Councilmember Elliott and unanimously
carried. (5-0)
D. NEW BUSINESS
D-2 CONSIDERATION OF CONTRACT FOR TRANSIENT OCCUPANCY TAX AUDIT
• SERVICES (KOSER)
Finance Director Jim Koser stated it has been several years since
an audit has been performed on the City's Transient Occupancy Tax
(TOT) revenues. He recommended Council authorize the City
Administrator to execute a contract with Municipal Resource
Consultants to perform an audit to determine compliance with the
City's TOT ordinance among hotel and motel operators within the
City.
MOTION: Councilmember Elliott moved the City Council authorize
the City Administrator to execute a contract with
Municipal Resource Consultants to perform an audit to
determine compliance with the City's TOT ordinance
among hotel and motel operators within the City. The
motion was seconded by Councilmember Peters and
unanimously carried. (5-0)
F. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 10:57 p.m.
Recorded by:
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• Bridgett Bauer
City Clerk
City of Morro Bay
a City Council
Mission Statement
The City of Mono Bay is dedicated to the preservation and enhancement of the quality of lift. The City shall
be committed to this purpose and will provide a level of municipal service and safety consistent with
and responsive to the needs of the public.
REGULAR MEETING - MARCH 10, 1997; 5:00 P.M.
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CLOSED SESSION - MARCH 10, 1997
CITY HALL CONFERENCE ROOM - 5:00 P.M.
595 HARBOR ST., MORRO BAY, CA
CS-1 GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9(A); CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL
COUNSEL REGARDING PENDING LITIGATION
♦ KIRTLEY V. CITY OF MORRO BAY, SAN LUIS OBISPO SUPERIOR COURT
CASE NO. CV 077510.
• PUBLIC SESSION - MARCH 10, 1997
VETERANS MEMORIAL HALL - 6:00 P.M.
209 SURF ST., MORRO BAY, CA
ESTABLISH QUORUM AND CALL TO ORDER
PRAYER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBERS ANNOUNCEMENTS & PRESENTATIONS
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD - Members of the audience wishing to
address the Council on City business matters (other than Public
Hearing items under Section B) may do so at this time.
To increase the effectiveness of the Public Comment Period, the
following rules shall be followed:
♦ When. recognized by the Mayor, please come forward to the
podium and state your name and address for the record.
Comments are to be limited to three minutes.
♦ All remarks shall be addressed to Council, as a whole, and
not to any individual member thereof.
♦ No person shall be permitted to make slanderous, profane or
personal remarks against any elected official, commission
and/or staff.
• COUNCIL DECLARATION OF FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
• A. CONSENT CALENDAR
Unless an item is pulled for separate action by the City Council,
the following actions are approved without discussion.
A-1 MINUTES FOR THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF FEBRUARY 10,
1997 (BAUER)
: APPROVE MINUTES AS SUBMITTED.
A-2 REPORT ON LOCAL TRANSPORTATION FUND (TDA) AUDIT FOR FISCAL
YEAR 1995/96 MOSER)
APPROVE THE AUDIT REPORT.
A-3 REPORT ON MORRO BAY/CAYUCOS JOINT POWERS AUTHORITY AUDIT FOR
FISCAL YEAR 1994/95 (KOSER)
: APPROVE THE AUDIT REPORT.
A-4 RESOLUTION NO. 20-97 SUPPORTING INITIATION OF A ACOE
FEASIBILITY STUDY ON PRESERVING AND RESTORING THE MORRO BAY
ESTUARY (ALGERT)
RECOMMENDATION: APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. 20-97 AUTHORIZING THE
• MAYOR TO EXECUTE THE LETTER REQUESTING INITIATION OF
FEASIBILITY STUDY ON MORRO BAY HABITAT RESTORATION.
A-5 REJECTION OF CLAIM AGAINST THE CITY; CHARF - (DAVIS)
REJECT CLAIM.
A-6 REJECTION OF CLAIM AGAINST THE CITY; GEORGE/RICHARDSON -
(DAVIS)
: REJECT CLAIMS.
A-7 PROCLAMATION DECLARING MARCH 20, 1997 AS "ABSOLUTELY
INCREDIBLE KID DAY" - (BAUER)
RECOMMENDATION: APOPT PROCLAMATION.
A-8 PROCLAMATION DECLARING MARCH 1997 AS "ARTS EDUCATION MONTH"
- (BAUER)
: APOPT PROCLAMATION
A-9 AMICUS REQUEST BY THE CITY OF CARLSBAD TO JOIN WITH RESPECT
TO SAN DIEGO GAS AND ELECTRIC V. CITY OF CARLSBAD - (HUNT)
RECOMMENDATION: AUTHORIZE THE OFFICE OF THE CITY ATTORNEY TO
• TRANSMIT THE CITY OF MORRO BAY'S SUPPORT OF THE CITY OF
CARLSBAD IN THIS MATTER AND TO JOIN AS AMICUS IN THE BRIEF.
• B. PUBLIC HEARINGS. REPORTS & APPEARANCES
B-1 REVIEW OF 1996 TROLLEY PERFORMANCE AND CONSIDERATION OF
TROLLEY OPERATION FOR 1997 SEASON - (BOUCHER)
RECOMMENDATION: ACCEPT THE 1996 TROLLEY SEASON PERFORMANCE
REPORT AND APPROVE THE TROLLEY AD HOC COMMITTEE AND STAFF
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR 1997.
B-2 RESOLUTION NO. 19-97 ADOPTING MASTER FEE SCHEDULE FOR FISCAL
YEAR 1997/98 - (KOSER)
RECOMMENDATION: APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. 19-97 ADOPTING THE
FISCAL YEAR 1997/98 MASTER FEE SCHEDULE.
C. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
C-1 CONSIDERATION OF FUNDING FOR FIREFIGHTER POSITION IN FISCAL
YEAR 1997/98 - (KOSER)
: THIS ITEM HAS BEEN PULLED FROM THE AGENDA.
D. NEW BUSINESS
• D-1 REVIEW OF TWO PRIVATELY INITIATED REZONE REQUESTS: 1) BLOCK
BOUNDED BY OLIVE, ANCHOR AND MAIN STREETS (C-VS/R-2 TO R-2);
AND 2) SOUTHEAST CORNER OF NORTH MAIN STREET AND HILL STREET
TO ACCOMMODATE AN RV PARK - (NAUMAN)
RECOMMENDATION: 1) AUTHORIZE STAFF TO PROCESS TWO PRIVATELY
INITIATED AMENDMENT REQUESTS AS ONE OF THE CITY'S THREE
ALLOWED LCP AMENDMENTS FOR 1997; AND 2) DIRECT STAFF TO SEND
OUT A REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL TO SELECT A PROFESSIONAL
CONSULTANT TO PROCESS THE AMENDMENTS UNDER STAFF DIRECTION.
D-2 CONSIDERATION TO ADOPT ACTION MINUTES FOR COUNCIL/
COMMISSIONS/ADVISORY BOARDS - (HOWELL)
RECOMMENDATION: ADOPT POLICY TO REQUIRE SYNOPSIS MINUTES FOR
CITY COUNCIL, COMMISSIONS, AND ADVISORY BOARDS.
D-3 SET DATE FOR JOINT MEETING WITH COMMUNITY PROMOTIONS
COMMITTEE - (HOWELL)
RECOMMENDATION: RECEIVE REQUEST FROM COMMUNITY PROMOTIONS
COMMITTEE AND SET DATE FOR THEIR PRESENTATION; (SUGGESTED
DATE - APRIL 16, 1997).
• D-4 RESOLUTION NO. 18-97 AUTHORIZING TEMPORARY USE OF COMMUNITY
CENTER RESERVES TO UPGRADE RECREATION DEPARTMENT COMPUTER
SYSTEM - MOSER)
RECOMMENDATION: APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. 18-97 AUTHORIZING
THE APPROPRIATION OF EXISTING FUNDING IN THE GENERAL FUND'S
RESERVE FOR COMMUNITY CENTER MAINTENANCE.
D-5 REQUEST FOR AGENDA TIME TO DISCUSS THE CITY SECTION OF THE
STATE WATER PIPELINE PROJECT - (COUNCIL)
RECOMMENDATION: DIRECT STAFF TO AGENDIZE FOR DISCUSSION.
D-6 ISSUANCE OF WRITTEN REPORT DESCRIBING MEASURES TO ALLEVIATE
THE CONDITION WHICH LED TO THE ADOPTION OF INTERIM ORDINANCE
NO. 457 PROHIBITING ADULT ENTERTAINMENT BUSINESSES IN MORRO
BAY - (NAUMAN)
RECOMMENDATION: ISSUE THE WRITTEN REPORT DESCRIBING THE
MEASURES TAKEN TO ALLEVIATE THE CONDITION WHICH LED TO THE
ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 457, AN INTERIM ORDINANCE
PROHIBITING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF ADULT ENTERTAINMENT
BUSINESSES IN MORRO BAY.
• E. ADJOURNMENT
THIS AGENDA IS SUBJECT TO AMENDMENT UP TO 72 HOURS
PRIOR TO THE DATE AND TIME SET FOR THE MEETING. PLEASE
REFER TO THE AGENDA POSTED AT CITY HALL FOR ANY
REVISIONS OR CALL THE CLERK'S OFFICE AT 772-6200 FOR
FURTHER INFORMATION.
COPIES OF STAFF REPORTS OR OTHER PUBLIC DOCUMENTATION
RELATING TO EACH ITEM OF BUSINESS REFERRED TO ON THIS
AGENDA ARE ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK AND
AVAILABLE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION AND REPRODUCTION AT
COST AT CITY HALL, LIBRARY, AND MILLS STATIONERY.
IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT,
IF YOU NEED SPECIAL ASSISTANCE TO PARTICIPATE IN A CITY
MEETING, PLEASE CONTACT THE CITY CLERK'S OFFICE AT
LEAST 24 HOURS PRIOR TO THE MEETING TO INSURE THAT
REASONABLE ARRANGEMENTS CAN BE MADE TO PROVIDE
ACCESSIBILITY TO THE MEETING.
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CLOSED SESSION - MARCH 10, 1997
CITY HALL CONFERENCE ROOM - 5:00 P.M.
Mayor Novak called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m.
PRESENT:
ABSENT:
STAFF
CLOSED SESSION
Cathy Novak
Rodger Anderson
Dave Elliott
William Peirce
Janice Peters
None
Dave Howell
David Hunt
Mayor
Councilmember
Councilmember
Councilmember
Councilmember
City Administrator
City Attorney
MOTION: Councilmember Peters moved the meeting be adjourned to
Closed Session. The motion was seconded by
Councilmember Peirce and unanimously carried. (5-0)
Mayor Novak read the Closed Session statement.
CS-1 GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9(A); CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL
COUNSEL REGARDING PENDING LITIGATION
♦ KIRTLEY V. CITY OF MORRO BAY, SAN LUIS OBISPO SUPERIOR COURT
CASE NO. CV 077510.
The meeting adjourned to Closed Session at 5:00 p.m. and returned
to regular session at 5:45 p.m.
MOTION: Councilmember Elliott moved the meeting be adjourned.
The motion was seconded by Councilmember Peirce and
unanimously carried. (5-0)
The meeting adjourned at 5:45 p.m.
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Mayor Novak called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
PRESENT: Cathy Novak
Rodger Anderson
Dave Elliott
William Peirce
Janice Peters
ABSENT: None
STAFF: Dave Howell
Philip Sinco
Rick Algert
Bridgett Bauer
Bill Boucher
Janeen Burlingame
Jeff Jones
Jim Koser
Shauna Nauman
Mayor
Councilmember
Councilmember
Councilmember
Councilmember
City Administrator
Assistant City Attorney
Harbor Director
City Clerk
Public Works Director
Administrative Assistant
Fire Chief
Finance Director
Acting Planning Director
Invocation presented by Pastor Dale Paulson, MB Presbyterian
Church.
Paul Twedt led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Mayor Novak shared a "Thought for the Day".
MAYOR'S REPORTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
PUBLIC COMMENT
Chris Giff spoke in support of Item D-1 (Review of Two Privately
Initiated Rezone Requests).
The following people expressed opposition to Item D-2
(Consideration to Adopt Action Minutes for Council/Commissions/
Advisory Boards): Mary Phillips, Colby Crotzer, and John Barta.
Betty Forsythe invited the City Council to the Open House on
March 18th for San Luis Obispo Public Libraries.
Wally McCray invited the public to attend the City's Easter
Parade.
Harry Rogers expressed support in maintaining the 65 mph speed
limit on Highway One between Morro Bay and San Luis Obispo.
Charlie Palmer expressed support for Council action regarding to
the median along Highway One in Morro Bay.
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• DECLARATION OF FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Councilmember Peirce requested agenda time to discuss the concept
of creating an ah-hoc committee for downtown improvements.
Councilmember Peters requested agenda time to discuss alternative
sources of prayer during the invocation of Council meetings; and
also agenda time to discuss in -lieu parking fees and the
implementation of time table schedules.
A. CONSENT CALENDAR
Unless an item is pulled for separate action by the City Council,
the following actions are approved without discussion.
A-1 MINUTES FOR THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF FEBRUARY 10,
1997 (BAUER)
Mr. Howell recommended Council approve the minutes as submitted.
A-2 REPORT ON LOCAL TRANSPORTATION FUND (TDA) AUDIT FOR FISCAL
YEAR 1995/96 (KOSER)
Mr. Howell recommended Council approve the audit report.
A-3 REPORT ON MORRO BAY/CAYUCOS JOINT POWERS AUTHORITY AUDIT FOR
• FISCAL YEAR 1994/95 (KOSER)
Mr. Howell recommended Council approve the audit report.
A-4 RESOLUTION NO. 20-97 SUPPORTING INITIATION OF A ACOE
FEASIBILITY STUDY ON PRESERVING AND RESTORING THE MORRO BAY
ESTUARY (ALGERT)
Mr. Howell recommended Council approve Resolution No. 20-97
authorizing the Mayor execute the letter requesting
initiation of a feasibility study on the Morro Bay Habitat
Restoration.
A-5 REJECTION OF CLAIM AGAINST THE CITY; CHARF - (DAVIS)
Mr. Howell recommended Council reject the claim.
A-6 REJECTION OF CLAIM AGAINST THE CITY; GEORGE/RICHARDSON -
(DAVIS)
Mr. Howell recommended Council reject the claims.
A-7 PROCLAMATION DECLARING MARCH 20, 1997 AS "ABSOLUTELY
INCREDIBLE KID DAY" - (BAUER)
• Mr. Howell recommended Council adopt the proclamation.
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• A-8 PROCLAMATION DECLARING MARCH 1997 AS "ARTS EDUCATION MONTH"
- (BAUER)
Mr. Howell recommended Council adopt the proclamation
A-9 AMICUS REQUEST BY THE CITY OF CARLSBAD TO JOIN WITH RESPECT
TO SAN DIEGO GAS AND ELECTRIC V. CITY OF CARLSBAD - (HUNT)
Mr. Howell recommended Council authorize the City Attorney to
transmit the City of Morro Bay's support of the City of Carlsbad
in this matter and to join as amicus in the brief.
Councilmember Peirce pulled Item A-1 from the Consent Calendar.
MOTION: Councilmember Peters moved the City Council approve the
Consent Calendar with the exception of Item A-1. The
motion was seconded by Councilmember Elliott and
unanimously carried. (5-0)
A-1 MINUTES FOR THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF FEBRUARY 10,
1997 (BAUER)
Councilmember Peirce made an amendment to page 3 of the February
loth minutes under Declaration of Future Agenda Items.
• MOTION: Councilmember Peirce moved the City Council approve
Item A-1 as amended. The motion was seconded by
Councilmember Anderson and unanimously carried. (5-0)
B. PUBLIC HEARINGS. REPORTS & APPEARANCES
B-1 REVIEW OF 1996 TROLLEY PERFORMANCE AND CONSIDERATION OF
TROLLEY OPERATION FOR 1997 SEASON - (BOUCHER)
Administrative Assistant Janeen Burlingame reviewed the 1996
Trolley Performance Report and the Trolley Committee
recommendations for the 1997 season. She recommended the City
Council accept the 1996 Trolley Season Performance Report and
approve the Trolley Ad Hoc Committee and staff recommendations
for 1997.
Mayor Novak opened the hearing for public comment.
The following people addressed Council with questions and
expressed support for the trolley program: Suedene Walker, Lynda
Merrill, Margaret Mangini, Mary Phillips, Charlie Palmer, and
Harry Rogers.
Mayor Novak closed the hearing for public comment.
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• MOTION: Councilmember Peirce moved the City Council accept the
1996 Trolley Season Performance Report and approve the
Trolley Ad Hoc Committee and staff recommendations for
1997. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Elliott
and unanimously carried. (5-0)
B-2 RESOLUTION NO. 19-97 ADOPTING MASTER FEE SCHEDULE FOR FISCAL
YEAR 1997/98 - (KOSER)
Finance Director Jim Koser reviewed the proposed Master Fee
Schedule for Fiscal Year 1997/98 and recommended its adoption by
approval of Resolution No. 19-97.
Mayor Novak opened the hearing for public comment.
The following people addressed the proposed fee schedule: John
Barta, Ann Patton, Harry Rogers, and Lynda Merrill.
MOTION: Councilmember Elliott moved the City Council approve
Resolution No. 19-97 adopting the Master Fee Schedule
for Fiscal Year 1997/98 with Consumer Price Index
increases only. The motion was seconded by
Councilmember Anderson and unanimously carried. (5-0)
C. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
• C-1 CONSIDERATION OF FUNDING FOR FIREFIGHTER POSITION IN FISCAL
YEAR 1997/98 - (KOSER)
This item was pulled from the agenda.
D. NEW BUSINESS
D-1 REVIEW OF TWO PRIVATELY INITIATED REZONE REQUESTS: 1) BLOCK
BOUNDED BY OLIVE, ANCHOR AND MAIN STREETS (C-VS/R-2 TO R-2);
AND 2) SOUTHEAST CORNER OF NORTH MAIN STREET AND HILL STREET
TO ACCOMMODATE AN RV PARK - (NAUMAN)
Acting Planning and Building Director Shauna Nauman reviewed the
two privately initiated requests for rezoning and recommended
Council authorize staff to process the amendment requests as one
of the City's three allowed LCP amendments for 1997; and direct
staff to send out a request for proposal to select a professional
consultant to process the amendments under staff direction.
MOTION: Councilmember Elliott moved the City Council authorize
staff to process the two privately initiated amendment
requests as one of the City's three allowed LCP
amendments for 1997; and direct staff to select a
professional consultant to process the amendments under
staff direction. The motion was seconded by
• Councilmember Peirce and unanimously carried. (5-0)
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• D-2 CONSIDERATION TO ADOPT ACTION MINUTES FOR COUNCIL/
COMMISSIONS/ADVISORY BOARDS - (HOWELL)
City Administrator Dave Howell reviewed and recommended approval
of the proposed policy for "synopsis" minutes for Council,
Commission, and Advisory Board meetings.
MOTION: Councilmember Elliott moved the City Council approve
the policy for "synopsis" minutes for Council,
Commission, and Advisory Board meetings. The motion was
seconded by Councilmember Anderson and unanimously
carried. (5-0)
D-3 SET DATE FOR JOINT MEETING WITH COMMUNITY PROMOTIONS
COMMITTEE - (HOWELL)
Council scheduled a meeting to receive a presentation from the
Community Promotions Committee for April 16, 1997 at 7:00 p.m. at
St. Timothy's Church.
D-4 RESOLUTION NO. 18-97 AUTHORIZING TEMPORARY USE OF COMMUNITY
CENTER RESERVES TO UPGRADE RECREATION DEPARTMENT COMPUTER
SYSTEM - (KOSER)
Finance Director Jim Koser stated the Recreation & Parks
• Department has been operating its facility reservation and fee
class scheduling and pupil registration software on an aging and
failing local area network computer, as well as other office
automation purposes. He noted the system has required frequent
servicing and parts replacement and has now deteriorated to the
point of threatening normal operations. Mr. Koser recommended
Council approve Resolution No. 18-97 authorizing the
appropriation of existing funding in the General Fund's Reserve
for Community Center Maintenance.
MOTION: Councilmember Anderson moved the City Council approve
Resolution No. 18-97 authorizing the appropriation of
existing funding in the General Fund's Reserve for
Community Center Maintenance. The motion was seconded
by Councilmember Peirce.
Council discussed the funding mechanism for the use of computer
networking.
MOTION: Councilmember Anderson called for the question.
Councilmember Peirce seconded the calling for the
question and it unanimously carried. (5-0)
VOTE: The motion carried with Councilmember Peters
voting no. (4-1)
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D-5 REQUEST FOR AGENDA TIME TO DISCUSS THE CITY SECTION OF THE
STATE WATER PIPELINE PROJECT - (COUNCIL)
Council directed staff to obtain the necessary information and
agendize for discussion at a future City Council meeting.
D-6 ISSUANCE OF WRITTEN REPORT DESCRIBING MEASURES TO ALLEVIATE
THE CONDITION WHICH LED TO THE ADOPTION OF INTERIM ORDINANCE
NO. 457 PROHIBITING ADULT ENTERTAINMENT BUSINESSES IN MORRO
BAY - (NAUMAN)
Acting Planning and Building Director Shauna Nauman reviewed
Government Code Section 65858(d) which states ten days prior to
the expiration of an interim ordinance or any extension, the City
Council shall issue a written report describing the measures
taken to alleviate the condition which led to the adoption of the
interim ordinance.
MOTION: Councilmember Elliott moved the City Council issue a
written report describing the measures taken to
alleviate the condition which led to the adoption of
Ordinance No. 457, an interim ordinance prohibiting the
establishment of adult entertainment businesses in
Morro Bay. The motion was seconded by Councilmember
Anderson and unanimously carried. (5-0)
F. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 9:55 p.m.
Recorded by:
Bridgett Bauer
City Clerk
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NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Special Meeting of the Morro Bay
City Council/Commissions /Advisory Boards is hereby called to be held on
Thursday, February 27 1997 at 6.00 p.m. to be held in the Morro Bay Veterans
Memorial Building, 209 Surf Street, Morro Bay, California to set and prioritize
future goals and projects and prepare for the pending two-year budget.
DATED: February 20, 1997
A.uR.I�
Bridgett Bau , City Clerk
City of Morro Bay, California
•MINUTES OF CITY COUNCIL/COMMISSION/ADVISORY BOARD SPECIAL MEETING
(WORKSHOP) HELD AT THE VETS HALL ON FEBRUARY 27, 1997 AT 6 PM.
I. CALL TO ORDER --
Mayor No called the meeting to order at 6:05 PM. She advised those in attendance as to the purpose
and format of the workshop and of the follow up town hall meeting of April 24, 1997.
II. —PRESENT.
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City Council; .,r u , . All members.
City Sta$ Dave Howell, David Hunt, Philip Sinco, Jim Koser, Bill Boucher,
Shaun Nauman, Rick Algert, Andrea Lueker.
Planning Commission; Don Doubledee, Steve Carnes, John Barta, Wally McCray (6:20)
Public Works Advisory Board; Bill Olson, Thad Baxley, Ann Patton, Meridith Bates.
Recreation and Parks Commission; Greg Wilson, John Geever, Lynda Merrill, Leabah Winter,
Karen Robert, Linda Donnelly.
Community Promotions Committee; Nancy Barta, Ed Biawdni John Zaver, Therese Vanier, Gary
-Gillman, John Woodruff Suedene Walker (6:30)
• Harbor Advisory Board: Don Lockwood, Val Seymour, Jim Wood, Smith Held.
III, PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD:
Charles Palmer spoke regarding his concerns of the launch ramp project.
IV. PRESENTATIONS:
A. City Attorney Hunt & Sinco presented information of the Brown Act, Political Reform
Act, Procedural Due Process Considerations, & Meeting Minute Requirements. (Staff
report attached).
B. .Planning Commission Chair Doubledee gave an overview of purpose and purview ofPC.
and reviewed attached priority and related items.
C. PWAB Chair Olson presented a historical overview and information regarding the
formation of their Board. He listed the following priorities; (1) Blending pipeline, (2)
Storm drain replacements (3) Sewer collection system maintenancebVgrades, (4)
Wastewater reclamation project, (5) Street repair/rnaintenanoc, (6) Public Transportation
needs, (7) PEG Access.
D. harbor Advisory Board Char Lockwood presented general information on the Board and
an overview of the representation of the members. He listed their top priorities as; (L)
Interior Harbor Dredge, (2) Lack of Seafood Processing Businesses, (3) Construct Harbor
Office, (4) Establish Haul Out Facility & Boat Repair Yard, (5) Construct Little Morro
City of Morro Bay
04 City Council Agenda
Mission Statement
The City of Morro Bay is dedicated to the preservation and enhancement of the quality of life. The City shall
be committed to this purpose and will provide level of municipal service and safety consistent with
and responsive to the needs of the public.
REGULAR MEETING - FEBRUARY 24, 1997; 5:00 P.M.
CLOSED SESSION - FEBRUARY 24, 1997
CITY HALL CONFERENCE ROOM - 5:00 P.M.
595 HARBOR ST., MORRO BAY, CA
CS-1 GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9(A); CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL
COUNSEL REGARDING PENDING LITIGATION
♦ CITY OF MORRO BAY V. DON FUNK, SAN LUIS OBISPO SUPERIOR
COURT CASE NO. CV 079045;
♦ KIRLEY V. CITY OF MORRO BAY, SAN LUIS OBISPO SUPERIOR COURT
CASE NO. CV 077510.
PUBLIC SESSION - FEBRUARY 24, 1997
VETERANS MEMORIAL HALL - 6:00 P.M.
209 SURF ST., MORRO BAY, CA
ESTABLISH QUORUM AND CALL TO ORDER
PRAYER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBERS ANNOUNCEMENTS & PRESENTATIONS
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD - Members of the audience wishing to
address the Council on City business matters (other than Public
Hearing items under Section B) may do so at this time.
To increase the effectiveness of the Public Comment Period, the
following -rules shall be followed:
♦ When recognized by the Mayor, please come forward to the
podium and state your name and address for the record.
Comments are to be limited to three minutes.
♦ All remarks shall be addressed to Council, as a whole, and
not to any individual member thereof.
♦ No person shall be permitted to make slanderous, profane or
personal remarks against any elected official, commission
and/or staff.
COUNCIL DECLARATION OF FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
A. CONSENT CALENDAR
Unless an item is pulled for separate action by the City Council,
the following actions are approved without discussion.
A-1 MINUTES FOR THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF FEBRUARY 10,
1997; (BAUER)
THIS ITEM HAS BEEN PULLED FROM THE AGENDA
A-2 STATEMENT OF CASH AND INVESTMENTS - JANUARY 1997; MOSER)
RECEIVE FOR INFORMATION.
A-3 EXPENDITURE REPORT - JANUARY 1997; MOSER)
: APPROVE AS SUBMITTED.
A-4 APPOINTMENT OF ALTERNATE SLORTA REPRESENTATIVE; (COUNCIL)
RECOMMENDATION: APPOINT COUNCILMEMBER ELLIOTT TO SERVE AS
ALTERNATE REPRESENTATIVE ON SLORTA.
A-5 RESOLUTION NO. 16-97 REQUESTING REDUCTION OF POSTED 65 MPH
SPEED LIMIT ON HIGHWAY ONE THROUGH MORRO BAY; (BOUCHER)
RECOMMENDATION: APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. 16-97.
A-6 RESOLUTION NO. 17-97 APPROVING 3-YEAR LICENSE AGREEMENT WITH
PG&E FOR USE OF PARKING LOT ON EMBARCADERO; (ALGERT)
RECOMMENDATION: APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. 17-97.
A-7 RESOLUTION NO. 15-97 AUTHORIZING NOTICE OF COMPLETION OF
SOUTH BAY BOULEVARD IMPROVEMENT PROJECT - PHASE ONE;
(BOUCHER)
APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. 15-97.
A-8 REJECTION OF CLAIM AGAINST THE CITY - HIERS; (DAVIS)
RECOMMENDATION: REJECT CLAIM AS RECOMMENDED BY THE CITY'S
INSURANCE ADJUSTERS.
B, PUBLIC HEARINGS, REPORTS & APPEARANCES
B-1 REQUEST FOR AGENDA TIME BY ATHEISTS UNITED OF SLO AND MORRO
BAY MINISTERIAL ASSOCIATION REGARDING POLICY ON PRAYER AT
CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS; (COUNCIL)
RECEIVE PRESENTATIONS AND DIRECT STAFF
ACCORDINGLY.
B-2 CONSIDERATION OF RECYCLING GRANT AWARD TO MORRO BAY HIGH
SCHOOL PIRATE RECYCLING; (BOUCHER)
RECOMMENDATION: RECYCLING GRANT BE AWARDED TO PIRATE
RECYCLING, MORRO BAY HIGH SCHOOL, IN THE AMOUNT OF $3,520
FOR THE PERIOD FROM AWARD THROUGH AUGUST 1997; AND A
SUPPLEMENTAL GRANT APPLICATION BE CONSIDERED UPON RECEIPT
FOR THE 1997/98 SCHOOL YEAR.
B-3 REVIEW OF COLEMAN DRIVE BOAT LAUNCH RAMP SITE AND
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT PROPOSAL UNDER DEPARTMENT OF
BOATING & WATERWAYS GRANT; (ALGERT)
RECOMMENDATION: REVIEW THE REVISED SITE PLAN SUBMITTED BY
DBW ENGINEERS, AND DIRECT STAFF ACCORDINGLY.
sB-4 CONSIDERATION OF POLICY REGARDING ALCOHOL USE AT CITY -
SPONSORED AND CO -SPONSORED EVENTS; (LUEKER)
RECOMMENDATION: REVIEW AND ADOPT GUIDELINES REGARDING
SERVING ALCOHOL AT CITY -SPONSORED AND CO -SPONSORED EVENTS.
B-5 CONSIDERATION OF MORRO BAY PUBLIC, EDUCATIONAL AND
GOVERNMENT (PEG) ACCESS PLAN; (BOUCHER)
RECOMMENDATION: REVIEW THE CONSORTIUM FOR COMMUNITY MEDIA
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY, THE REPORT ON MANAGEMENT OPTIONS FOR PEG
ACCESS, THE MORRO BAY PEG ACCESS PLAN; ADOPT THE MORRO BAY
PEG ACCESS PLAN; SELECT THE NON-PROFIT MANAGEMENT OPTION FOR
PUBLIC AND EDUCATIONAL ACCESS; SELECT THE CITY ACCESS POLICY
AGENCY OPTION FOR GOVERNMENT ACCESS; AND AUTHORIZE STAFF TO
DEVELOP A REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR SELECTION OF A NON-PROFIT
ORGANIZATION.
B-6 REVIEW OF AMENDMENTS TO THE LOCAL COASTAL PLAN/GENERAL PLAN
AND MORRO BAY MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 13.20 (BUILDING
LIMITATION) TO IMPLEMENT THE CERTIFIED WATER MANAGEMENT
PLAN; (NAUMAN)
RECOMMENDATION: CONTINUE THIS PUBLIC HEARING TO APRIL 14,
1997 AND RETURN TO PLANNING COMMISSION FOR FURTHER REVIEW
AND RECOMMENDATION.
C. UNFINISHED BUSINESS - NONE.
D. NEW BUSINESS - NONE.
E. ADJOURNMENT
THIS AGENDA IS SUBJECT TO AMENDMENT UP TO 72 HOURS
PRIOR TO THE DATE AND TIME SET FOR THE MEETING. PLEASE
REFER TO THE AGENDA POSTED AT CITY HALL FOR ANY
REVISIONS OR CALL THE CLERK'S OFFICE AT 772-6200 FOR
• FURTHER INFORMATION.
• COPIES OF STAFF REPORTS OR OTHER PUBLIC DOCUMENTATION
RELATING TO EACH ITEM OF BUSINESS REFERRED TO ON THIS
AGENDA ARE ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK AND
AVAILABLE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION AND REPRODUCTION AT
COST AT CITY HALL, LIBRARY, AND MILLS STATIONERY.
IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT,
IF YOU NEED SPECIAL ASSISTANCE TO PARTICIPATE IN A CITY
MEETING, PLEASE CONTACT THE CITY CLERK'S OFFICE AT
LEAST 24 HOURS PRIOR TO THE MEETING TO INSURE THAT
REASONABLE ARRANGEMENTS CAN BE MADE TO PROVIDE
ACCESSIBILITY TO THE MEETING.
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CLOSED SESSION - FEBRUARY 24, 1997
CITY HALL CONFERENCE ROOM - 5:00 P.M.
Mayor Novak called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m.
PRESENT:
ABSENT:
STAFF
CLOSED SESSION
Cathy Novak
Rodger Anderson
Dave Elliott
William Peirce
Janice Peters
None
Dave Howell
David Hunt
Mayor
Councilmember
Councilmember
Councilmember
Councilmember
City Administrator
City Attorney
MOTION: Councilmember Peters moved the meeting be adjourned to
Closed Session. The motion was seconded by
Councilmember Anderson and unanimously carried. (5-0)
Mayor Novak read the Closed Session statement.
CS-1 GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9(A): CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL
COUNSEL REGARDING PENDING LITIGATION
♦ CITY OF MORRO BAY V. DON FUNK, SAN LUIS OBISPO SUPERIOR
COURT CASE NO. CV 079045;
♦ KIRTLEY V. CITY OF MORRO BAY, SAN LUIS OBISPO SUPERIOR COURT
CASE NO. CV 077510.
City Attorney David Hunt requested a 4/5 vote from Council in
order to add a pending litigation item to the Closed Session
agenda.
MOTION: Councilmember Peirce moved the City Council add the
following item to the Closed Session agenda under
pending litigation, (Government Code Section 54956.9A).
The motion was seconded by Councilmember Peters and
unanimously carried. (5-0)
♦ WALTON V. CITY OF MORRO BAY, SAN LUIS OBISPO SUPERIOR COURT
CASE NO. CV 078992
MOTION: Councilmember Anderson moved the meeting be adjourned
to regular session. The motion was seconded by
Councilmember Peters and unanimously carried. (5-0)
The meeting adjourned at 5:45 p.m.
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MINUTES - MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING - FEBRUARY 24, 1997
VETERANS MEMORIAL HALL - 6:00 P.M.
Mayor Novak called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
PRESENT: Cathy Novak
Mayor
Rodger Anderson
Councilmember
Dave Elliott
Councilmember
William Peirce
Councilmember
Janice Peters
Councilmember
ABSENT: None
STAFF: Dave Howell
City Administrator
David Hunt
City Attorney
Rick Algert
Harbor Director
Bridgett Bauer
City Clerk
Bill Boucher
Public works Director
Janeen Burlingame
Administrative Assistant
Joe Loven
Police Chief
Andrea Lueker
Recreation and Parks Director
Shauna Nauman
Acting Planning Director
Invocation presented by Pastor Dan Ewing.
Harry Rogers led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Mayor Novak shared a "Thought for the Day"
MAYOR'S REPORTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mayor Novak made the following announcements:
Finance Director Jim Koser reports the 1996-97 City budget has
won an Award for Excellence from the Society of Municipal Finance
Officers.
The Morro Bay Commercial Fishermen's Organization will donate
money for the Mayor's trip to Washington, DC.
Bill Yates is in Hawaii and will return to Morro Bay soon.
A survey will be sent out with water bills in March and citizens
are encouraged to respond.
A town hall meeting will be held on April 24, 1997 at 6:00 p.m.
in the Veteran's Memorial Building.
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• A survey will be conducted between February 24th and March 7th in
North Morro Bay to assist with block grant development.
Councilmember Peters announced the City Council agenda packet is
available at the Inn at Morro Bay on weekends.
City Attorney David Hunt announced an item was added to the
Closed Session Agenda, and the City Council on a four -fifths vote
added pending litigation, Walton vs. City of Morro Bay to discuss
the case with the City Attorney; no action was taken.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Warren Dorn expressed Morro Bay Beautiful's opposition to both
the 65 mph speed limit along Highway 1 through Morro Bay, and the
concrete barriers on Highway 1.
Colby Crotzer spoke in opposition to the concrete barrier, as it
impedes wildlife, he also opposes the 65 mph on Highway 1 stating
it is too fast for a scenic highway.
Don Shear, SLOCO Access, stated his group wants to help the City
with its handicapped access plans.
Charles Palmer stated the City needs to spend between $20 and $40
million for street and storm drain repairs, and too much money is
• spent on administrative salaries. He said the Finance Director
and City staff need more guidance from Council and better
tracking software for its computers.
Mary Phillips stated in accordance with Measure F, all infill
lots should have been built upon before Cloisters was considered.
Lynda Merrill stated Albertson's will provide bulletin board
space for public meeting notices.
Meredith Bates thanked the video volunteers for their efforts in
the broadcasting of public meetings; she also commented on the
policy of stepping down when there is a conflict -of -interest
issue.
Bill Raflowski stated the City should pay $25,000 to help obtain
the Yerba Buena stoplight. He noted three City departments are
over budget by $300,000. Mr. Raflowski stated the rains washed
out 400 feet of State Water pipeline, and asked if water bills
will be affected. He also expressed concern with the loss of
businesses in Morro Bay.
DECLARATION OF FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS - None.
MINUTES - MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING - FEBRUARY 24, 1997
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A.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Unless
an item is pulled for separate action by the City Council,
the
following actions are approved without discussion.
A-1
MINUTES FOR THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF FEBRUARY 10,
1997; (BAUER)
This
item was pulled from the agenda.
A-2
STATEMENT OF CASH AND INVESTMENTS - JANUARY 1997; (KOSER)
Mr.
Howell recommended Council accept the report for information.
A-3
EXPENDITURE REPORT - JANUARY 1997; (KOSER)
Mr.
Howell recommended Council approve the expenditure report.
A-4
APPOINTMENT OF ALTERNATE SLORTA REPRESENTATIVE; (COUNCIL)
Mr.
Howell recommended Council appoint Councilmember Elliott to
serve
as alternate representative to SLORTA.
A-5
RESOLUTION NO. 16-97 REQUESTING REDUCTION OF POSTED 65 MPH
SPEED LIMIT ON HIGHWAY ONE THROUGH MORRO BAY; (BOUCHER)
•
Mr.
Howell recommended Council approve Resolution No. 16-97
requesting
reduction of posted 65 mph speed limit on Highway One
through
Morro Bay.
A-6 RESOLUTION NO. 17-97 APPROVING 3-YEAR LICENSE AGREEMENT WITH
PG&E FOR USE OF PARKING LOT ON EMBARCADERO; (ALGERT)
Mr. Howell recommended Council approve Resolution No. 17-97
approving a 3-year license agreement with PG&E for use of a
parking lot on Embarcadero.
A-7 RESOLUTION NO. 15-97 AUTHORIZING NOTICE OF COMPLETION OF
SOUTH BAY BOULEVARD IMPROVEMENT PROJECT - PHASE ONE;
(BOUCHER)
Mr. Howell recommended Council approve Resolution No. 15-97
authorizing Notice of Completion of South Bay Boulevard
Improvement Project - Phase One.
A-8 REJECTION OF CLAIM AGAINST THE CITY - HIERS; (DAVIS)
Mr. Howell recommended Council reject the claim filed by Clifford
Hiers against the City of Morro Bay.
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REGULAR MEETING - FEBRUARY 24, 1997
PAGE 5
• MOTION: Councilmember Peters moved the City Council approve
Items A-2 through A-8 of the Consent Calendar. The
motion was seconded by Councilmember Peirce and
unanimously carried. (5-0)
B. PUBLIC HEARINGS. REPORTS & APPEARANCES
B-1 REQUEST FOR AGENDA TIME BY ATHEISTS UNITED OF SLO AND MORRO
BAY MINISTERIAL ASSOCIATION REGARDING POLICY ON PRAYER AT
CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS; (COUNCIL)
Representatives of the Atheists United of SLO and the Morro Coast
Ministerial Association were each given 10 minutes to make their
presentations for and against the policy of prayer at City
Council meetings.
Harold Hallikainen presented the argument for Atheists United
opposing prayer at City Council meetings.
Councilmember Peters asked if Mr. Hallikainen would be satisfied
if all viewpoints were represented by positive thoughts at the
beginning of Council meetings.
Mr. Hallikainen responded prayers are more than positive
thoughts.
• Roger Evey and Kevin Cloonen presented the argument for the Morro
Coast Ministerial Association in support of prayer at public
meetings.
Councilmember Peters asked if there are any outreach plans for
religions outside the association.
Pastor Evey responded the City Council chose the ministerial
association to designate who will provide opening prayers.
Mayor Novak opened the hearing to public comment.
Those who spoke in favor of prayer at City Council meetings:
Grace Melton, Hank Roth, Mary Phillips, Roger Lemburg, Vivian
Davis, Brandon MacDonale, Chuck Meissner, Charlene Gerber, Greta
Shinder, Ruth Allen, James Ashford, and Merilee Landren.
Those who spoke in opposition to prayer or in favor of Moment of
Silence at City Council meetings: Hilda Heifetz, Charles Palmer,
Ann Calhoun, Nancy Bast, Wendy Perchinder, Ilona Ing, Richard
Krantzdorf, Ann Patton, Roz Rogoff, Annette Amire, Shoosh
Crotzer, Hank Alberts, Bob Ladd, Meredith Bates, Lynda Merrill,
Peggy Koteen, Colby Crotzer, Barry Dorfman, and Rita Jesulaitis.
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REGULAR MEETING - FEBRUARY 24, 1997
PAGE 6
. Mayor Novak closed the hearing to public comment and noted this
item is being heard because of public request. She presented a
stack of letters and a petition in support of prayer and only
three letters of opposition. Mayor Novak stated anyone has the
right to remain outside until both the prayer and Pledge of
Allegiance are completed. She said five different opinions are
represented by five different Councilmembers and no coercion is
involved.
Councilmember Elliott stated community problems could be solved
if this many people spent this much time on important issues. He
noted people pick and choose parts of history and the
Constitution to support their arguments. Commissioner Elliott
stated public response has been 30-1 in favor of prayer.
Councilmember Anderson stated he anticipated this divisiveness
when he voted against reinstituting prayer, and he would prefer
to return to the moment of silence. He said if the prayer
remains on the agenda, he would insist on a wider religious
representation.
Councilmember Peirce stated he expected some degree of tolerance
regarding this issue, and the mail he has received is in favor of
continuing with prayer.
Councilmember Peters stated the City has become a focal point
• because of the change from a moment of silence to prayer. She
would prefer the moment of silence, although she also supports
presentations by diverse religions.
Councilmember Anderson noted one minister prefaced his invocation
with a statement asking for reflection on the business at hand
instead of prayer for those who wished, and he believes such an
approach is preferable.
Mayor Novak noted no City Council action is necessary, and she
offered to provide more input on various religions.
MOTION: Councilmember Anderson moved the City Council resume
the Moment of Silence on the Council agenda. The motion
was seconded by Councilmember Peters.
MOTION: Mayor Novak moved the City Council lay the motion on
the table. The motion was seconded by Councilmember
Elliott and carried with Councilmembers Anderson and
Peters voting no. (3-2)
City Attorney David Hunt clarified a motion to table takes
Councilmember Anderson's motion out of consideration until a
subsequent Council withdraws it from the table.
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REGULAR MEETING - FEBRUARY 24, 1997
PAGE 7
• Mayor Novak stated she would find out who belongs to the
ministerial association, and look into outreach to other
religions.
Mayor Novak called for a break at 8:25 p.m.; the meeting resumed
at 8:50 p.m.
MOTION: Mayor Novak moved the City Council postpone
indefinitely Councilmember Anderson's previous motion.
The motion was seconded by Councilmember Elliott and
carried with Councilmembers Anderson and Peters voting
no. (3-2)
B-2 CONSIDERATION OF RECYCLING GRANT AWARD TO MORRO BAY HIGH
SCHOOL PIRATE RECYCLING; (BOUCHER)
Administrative Assistant Janeen Burlingame stated Section 5.10 of
the Curbside Recycling Franchise Agreement provides for the
establishment of a fund, in the amount of $10 per ton of
recycling materials collected by RALCCO, set aside for use for a
resource job development program in conjunction with Morro Bay
High School. She recommended the City Council award a recycling
grant to Pirate Recycling of Morro Bay High School in the amount
of $3,520 for the period from award through August 1997, and that
a supplemental grant application be considered upon receipt for
the 1997/98 school year.
• Mayor Novak opened the hearing for public comment.
Matt Majors and Faylla Chapman of Morro Bay High School reviewed
the Pirate Recycling Program and requested Council's support in
approving this grant.
Brandon MacDonale stated the program helps the high school, grant
money will help reduce trash, and students will get paid and feel
good about recycling.
Shoosh Crotzer stated it is disappointing to hear there is only
one student in the recycling program at the high school.
Mayor Novak closed the hearing to public comment. She noted the
figures of the high school's tonnage counts which help the City
in reduced amounts going to the landfill.
Councilmember Elliott stated the school district's budget is
seven or eight times as large as the City's and the district
provides no help for this program. He said both the school and
the school district are saving money and should assist with this
program.
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MINUTES - MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING - FEBRUARY 24, 1997
PAGE 8
• MOTION: Councilmember Peirce moved the City Council award the
recycling grant to Pirate Recycling of Morro Bay High
School in the amount of $3,520 for the period from
award through August 1997, and that a supplemental
grant application be considered upon receipt for the
1997/98 school year. The motion was seconded by
Councilmember Elliott and unanimously carried. (5-0)
City Attorney David Hunt requested Council add the La Habra case
to the agenda. He said the case addresses Proposition No. 62 and
three-year statute of limitations and whether or not Morro Bay
should join as amicus to support La Habra.
MOTION: Councilmember Anderson moved the City Council add the
LaHabra case to New Business on tonight's agenda. The
motion was seconded by Councilmember Peters and
unanimously carried. (5-0)
B-3 REVIEW OF COLEMAN DRIVE BOAT LAUNCH RAMP SITE AND
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT PROPOSAL UNDER DEPARTMENT OF
BOATING & WATERWAYS GRANT; (ALGERT)
Harbor Director Rick Algert reviewed the project concept to
provide a second boat launch ramp to meet present/future peak
demands, remove some of the larger boat trailer traffic off the
Embarcadero and provide a launch ramp closer to the harbor
• entrance for open ocean boaters. He noted the City has applied
for a grant from Department of Boating & Waterways (DBW) to
construct a second boat launch ramp at Coleman Drive/Morro Rock
area and received tentative approval to start engineering and
design. Mr. Algert recommended Council review the revised site
plan submitted by DBW engineers, receive public testimony and
direct staff accordingly.
Councilmember Peters asked about the process of seeking approval
from the Coastal Commission for a ramp in this location.
Acting Planning Director Shauna Nauman responded the Waterfront
Master Plan was a policy document. She said the launch ramp
would not go to the Coastal Commission unless it was permitted as
a project.
Councilmember Peirce asked if the items on the drawing can be
moved around.
Mr. Algert responded it is important for the restroom to be close
to the ramp, because of handicap accessibility.
Councilmember Peirce stated the area should have a park -like
setting to be more appealing.
• Mayor Novak opened the hearing to public comment.
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REGULAR MEETING - FEBRUARY 24, 1997
PAGE 9
• Shoosh Crotzer stated the City should consult with Dave Paradies
of the National Estuary Program before continuing with the
process.
Leabah Winter stated the Recreation and Parks Commission voted
against the placement of this launch ramp.
Nancy Bast stated every advisory board and public survey have
opposed this project. She said millions of people use this area
for nature watching, and with the proposed launch ramp both the
kelp bed and wildlife viewing would be destroyed. Ms. Bast noted
more parking is needed, not another launch ramp.
Don Lockwood, Chairman of the Harbor Advisory Board, stated the
issues are liability and safety. He said a legal opinion
concerning the launch ramp location so close to a dangerous
harbor mouth is needed.
Charles Palmer expressed concern with safety of the proposed
launch ramp. He also noted the City has financial problems and
this is not a necessary expenditure.
Jim Wood stated the worst waves come with ebbing tides, and this
location would be very dangerous for any boat which loses power.
He noted there is no parking problem nine months of the year and
• warned about strings attached to grants.
Ann Freeman stated this concept plan has been designed by State
employees who have never been to Morro Bay and do not care what
citizens want. She said the launch ramp should come back for
further citizen input and possibly a vote.
Colby Crotzer stated commercial fishermen use the existing launch
ramp, which is important in keeping the channel dredged.
Ric Deschler stated relationships with DEW will not be
jeopardized by refusing this project and it is obvious there is
no public support.
Barry Dorfman stated nature -loving families spend more money
while in the City than day boaters.
Ed Peters stated tourists enjoy the Target Rock area for its
picture postcard view; a parking lot in this area will create a
jungle full of cars and boat trailers which will be unappealing
for this natural setting.
Fred Harpster stated the City Council should consider improving
the problems at the current boat ramp instead of planning another
one.
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REGULAR MEETING - FEBRUARY 24, 1997
PAGE 10
• Pat Renshaw expressed concern with losing the great scuba diving
spot at this proposed location.
Lynda Merrill read an opposition letter from Betty Winholtz.
Warren Dorn stated he does not want State agencies telling the
City what to do with its citizens' money. He said it would be
better to develop a project suitable to everyone.
Brandon MacDonale stated the proposed launch ramp would make the
harbor look uglier and is unnecessary.
Mayor Novak closed the hearing to public comment and stated she
does not support parking on the bay side. She said an area would
be roped off specifically for scuba divers, and access must be
provided for everyone. Mayor Novak stated many out-of-town
commercial salmon fishermen have told her they will not come back
because of the parking problems at the present launch ramp. She
believes a second launch ramp will help fishermen, and fishing is
a high priority in the City's Local Coastal Plan. Mayor Novak
stated the Target Rock launch ramp can be closed during winter
storm months. She said she does not like the ramp jutting out
into the harbor. Mayor Novak stated 70 seconds could be saved per
rescue trip if an area for unloading people was closer to the
harbor mouth. She said a side -tie dock could be added for
fishermen and diver convenience, and funding would come from the
• Harbor Fund.
Councilmember Peters stated this area is the only one with a view
back to the City, and the parking problem needs to be addressed
through use of parking in -lieu fees. She said there has been
much opposition and liability is an issue, and so is an expensive
EIR. Councilmember Peters stated this plan is impractical
regarding realignment of Coleman Drive, the Dendulk property, and
easements. She noted DBW could provide money for harbor dredging.
Councilmember Peirce stated he envisions a larger boat facility
with repair capability somewhere around Coleman Drive and the
Embarcadero, and he might have to choose Option No. B in the
staff report.
Councilmember Elliott expressed dissatisfaction with the design,
stating the department is using City money to draw the plan. He
said nothing should interfere with the view from Target Rock.
Councilmember Elliott stated he heard support from fishermen of
this ramp, but he fears parking would be taken over by RVs.
Councilmember Anderson stated he does not believe a boat yard or
haul -out facility is feasible, and he would prefer a ramp closer
to the Embarcadero. He said a more attractive parking lot at the
Rock would be beneficial, and moving Coleman Drive would present
• a lot of difficulties. Councilmember Anderson stated options can
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• be explored with PG&E for land where the tank farm used to be.
He said there are parking and traffic problems at Tidelands Park,
but the parking fund is not intended for boat trailers.
Mayor Novak stated there is not enough space to construct a haul -
out facility and a launch ramp between the beach and the PG&E
pumphouse, and losing Coleman Beach would not be popular.
Mr. Algert noted the power plant is for sale, and the City does
not own enough land to build either a launch ramp or a repair
yard because of the Dendulk property and PG&E. He said the City
will have to negotiate after the power plant is sold.
Councilmember Peters suggested valet parking for fishermen when
necessary to solve the Tidelands parking problem.
MOTION: Councilmember Anderson moved the City Council direct
staff to pulling the launch ramp item from the DBW
Commission agenda this year. The motion was seconded by
Councilmember Peirce.
Councilmember Elliott suggested a proactive stance: decide if
the ramp is needed; where it should go; what type of facility is
needed; where parking should be located; and then communicate
with DBW on what the City wants. He said choosing Option No. B
alone will bring the issue back unchanged in three years.
• Mayor Novak stated Mr. Algert can convey Councils opinions to
DBW staff during a harbor tour in March.
Councilmember Anderson withdrew his motion; Councilmember Peirce
withdrew his second.
MOTION: Mayor Novak moved the City Council direct staff to pull
the DBW Commission item for the boat launch ramp
temporarily, and instruct staff to report back to
Council in April, or soon thereafter on discussions with
DBW staff regarding changes to the launch ramp site.
The motion was seconded by Councilmember Peirce and
carried with Councilmember Peters voting no. (4-1)
Mayor Novak called for a break at 10:55 p.m.; the hearing resumed
at 11:00 p.m.
MOTION: Councilmember Peters moved the City Council go beyond
the 11:00 p.m. time limit in order to hearing Items B-
4, B-6 and D-1. The motion was seconded by
Councilmember Elliott and unanimously carried. (5-0)
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• B-4 CONSIDERATION OF POLICY REGARDING ALCOHOL USE AT CITY -
SPONSORED AND CO -SPONSORED EVENTS; (LUEKER)
Recreation & Parks Director Andrea Lueker reviewed the guidelines
approved by the Recreation & Parks Commission regarding serving
alcohol at City -sponsored and co -sponsored events. She
recommended Council adopt these guidelines.
Mayor Novak opened the hearing to public comment; there was none
and the hearing was closed.
Councilmember Peters asked the City Attorney about City liability
if someone overindulges and has an accident.
City Attorney David Hunt responded the City would not be
responsible but could still be sued. He said there is a risk,
however, not a large one.
Councilmember Peters stated she would prefer to prohibit alcohol
at these events.
Mayor Novak asked about City sponsorship of the Harbor Festival.
Ms. Lueker responded the City provides in -kind help to the Harbor
Festival, but it is not a City -sponsored event. She said the
Annual Spaghetti Feed and Appreciation Dinner are the focus of
• these proposed guidelines.
Mayor Novak asked if the guidelines can be limited to these two
events; she expressed concern about far-reaching impacts.
Councilmember Anderson stated he supports the proposed guidelines
recommended by the Recreation & Parks Commission.
Councilmember Elliott stated the guidelines are not as important
as the question of whether or not to serve alcohol. He does not
believe alcohol should be served.
MOTION: Councilmember Peirce moved the City Council adopt the
guidelines recommended by the Recreation and Parks
Commission. The motion was seconded by Councilmember
Anderson and carried with Councilmember Elliott voting
no. (4-1)
B-5 CONSIDERATION OF MORRO BAY PUBLIC, EDUCATIONAL AND
GOVERNMENT (PEG) ACCESS PLAN; (BOUCHER)
This item was continued to the March 24, 1997 City Council
meeting.
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B-6 REVIEW OF AMENDMENTS TO THE LOCAL COASTAL
AND MORRO BAY MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER
LIMITATION) TO IMPLEMENT THE CERTIFIED
PLAN; (NAUMAN)
This item was continued to the April 14,
meeting.
C. UNFINISHED BUSINESS - NONE.
D. NEW BUSINESS
PLAN/GENERAL PLAN
13.20 (BUILDING
WATER MANAGEMENT
1997 City Council
D-1 REQUEST FOR AMICUS SUPPORT IN THE JARVIS TAXPAYER'S
ASSOCIATION VS. CITY OF LA HABRA CASE
City Attorney David Hunt reviewed the case and recommended the
City Council authorize him to transmit the City's consent and
joinder as an amicus in favor of the City of La Habra in this
case.
MOTION: Councilmember Elliott moved the City Council authorize
the City Attorney to transmit the City's consent and
joinder as an amicus in favor of the City of La Habra
in the Jarvis Taxoaver's Association vs City of La
Habra case. The motion was seconded by Councilmember
Anderson and unanimously carried. (5-0)
F. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 11:28 p.m.
Recorded by:
Bridgett Bauer
City Clerk
` NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Special Meeting of the Morro Bay
City Council and City Staff is hereby called to be held on Thursday. February 20,
1997 at 6:00 p.m. to be held in the Community Center Multi -Purpose Room
located at 1000 Kennedy Way, Morro Bay, California to set and prioritize future
goals and projects and prepare for the pending two-year budget.
DATED: February 14, 1997
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Bridgett B er, City Clerk
City of Morro Bay, California
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MINUTES OF CITY COUNCIL/STAFF SPECIAL MEETING (WORKSHOP)
• FEBRUARY 20,1997; 6:00 P.M.
MORRO BAY COMMUNITY CENTER
Mayor Novak called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
Mayor, City Councilmembers, Department Heads and City Attorney were present.
u�u1
Lynda Merrill addressed ideas she has for consideration; she will resubmit these ideas at the
Town Hall Meeting on April 24, 1997.
Allen Peterson submitted his ideas regarding management planning.
• City Staff presented conceptual ideas and outlined financial and infrastructure status. (See
attached outline and staff reports).
Council indicated that the following items should be returned to them for further consideration
and discussion:
1) Consideration of limiting city office hours; -
2) Consideration of establishing parking time limits (Embarcadero area);
3) Consideration of parking ordinance revisions to encourage business
improvements;
4) Consideration of action minutes for Council/Commissions/Boards;
5) Need to update/rewrite General Plan and Local Coastal Plan;
6) Consideration to amend ease/existing Municipal Code requirements, particularly
involving permits;
7) Consideration of various financing scenarios;
8) Consideration of shared staffing;
9) Consideration of creating a "test block" in the downtown area;
10) Obtain common housing for Public Works and Planning/Building Departments.
,�Vlilil Wiu'JA.r_M
The workshop adjourned at 10:00 p.m.
1 City of Morro Bay
City Council Agenda
Mission Statement
The City of Morro Bay is dedicated to the preservation and enhancement of the quality of life. The City shall
be committed to this purpose and will provide a level of municipal service and safety consistent with
and responsive to the needs of the public.
REGULAR MEETING - FEBRUARY 10, 1997; 6:00 P.M.
VETERANS MEMORIAL HALL
209 SURF ST., MORRO BAY, CA
ESTABLISH QUORUM AND CALL TO ORDER
PRAYER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBERS ANNOUNCEMENTS & PRESENTATIONS
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD - Members of the audience wishing to
address the Council on City business matters (other than Public
Hearing items under Section B) may do so at this time.
To increase the effectiveness of the Public Comment Period, the
• following rules shall be followed:
♦ When recognized by the Mayor, please come forward to the
podium and state your name and address for the record.
Comments are to be limited to three minutes.
♦ All remarks shall be addressed to Council, as a whole, and
not to any individual member thereof.
♦ No person shall be permitted to make slanderous, profane or
personal remarks against any elected official, commission
and/or staff.
COUNCIL DECLARATION OF FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
A. CONSENT CALENDAR
Unless an item is pulled for separate action by the City Council,
the following actions are approved without discussion.
A-1 MINUTES FOR THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JANUARY 27,
1997 AND SPECIAL MEETING OF JANUARY 23, 1997
A-2 ANNUAL MOBILEHOME RENT CONTROL REPORT
A-3 RESOLUTION NO. 13-97 APPROVING THE COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT
WITH SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS FOR BIKEWAY
STUDY
• A-4 RESOLUTION NO. 12-97 APPROVING ESTOPPEL AGREEMENT FOR LEASE
SITE 78-81/78W-81W; (FLYING DUTCHMAN)
A-5 AUTHORIZATION FOR MAYOR NOVAK TO TESTIFY TO CONGRESS IN
SUPPORT OF CONTINUED HARBOR DREDGING
B. PUBLIC HEARINGS. REPORTS & APPEARANCES
B-1 CONSIDERATION OF ADOPTION OF URGENCY ORDINANCE TO SUSPEND
ACCEPTANCE AND PROCESSING OF ADULT MATERIAL/ENTERTAINMENT
APPLICATIONS; AND DIRECTION ON POSSIBLE RELATED ZONING
ORDINANCE AMENDMENTS
B-2 CONSIDERATION OF WEED ABATEMENT APPEALS
B-3 RESOLUTION NO. 11-97 APPROVING THE MID -YEAR BUDGET AND
SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATIONS FOR FISCAL YEAR 1996/97
B-4 RESOLUTION NO. 14-97 APPROVING AMENDMENTS TO THE LOCAL
COASTAL PLAN/GENERAL PLAN AND CHAPTER 13.20 OF THE MORRO BAY
MUNICIPAL CODE TO IMPLEMENT THE WATER MANAGEMENT PLAN; AND
ORDINANCE NO. 456 ADOPTING AMENDMENTS TO CHAPTER 13.20-
BUILDING LIMITATIONS (FIRST READING/INTRODUCTION) - THIS
ITEM HAS BEEN CONTINUED TO THE FEBRUARY 24, 1997 CITY
COUNCIL MEETING
• C. UNFINISHED BUSINESS - NONE.
D. NEW BUSINESS
D-1 CONSIDERATION OF APPOINTMENT TO FILL VACANCY ON PUBLIC WORKS
ADVISORY BOARD
E. ADJOURNMENT
THIS AGENDA IS SUBJECT TO AMENDMENT UP TO 72 HOURS
PRIOR TO THE DATE AND TIME SET FOR THE MEETING. PLEASE
REFER TO THE AGENDA POSTED AT CITY HALL FOR ANY
REVISIONS OR CALL THE CLERK'S OFFICE AT 772-6200 FOR
FURTHER INFORMATION.
COPIES OF STAFF REPORTS OR OTHER PUBLIC DOCUMENTATION
RELATING TO EACH ITEM OF BUSINESS REFERRED TO ON THIS
AGENDA ARE ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK AND
AVAILABLE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION AND REPRODUCTION AT
COST AT CITY HALL, LIBRARY, AND MILLS STATIONERY.
IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT,
IF YOU NEED SPECIAL ASSISTANCE TO PARTICIPATE IN A CITY
MEETING, PLEASE CONTACT THE CITY CLERK'S OFFICE AT
• LEAST 24 HOURS PRIOR TO THE MEETING TO INSURE THAT
REASONABLE ARRANGEMENTS CAN BE MADE TO PROVIDE
ACCESSIBILITY TO THE MEETING.
• MINUTES - MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING - FEBRUARY 10, 1997
VETERANS MEMORIAL HALL - 6:00 P.M.
Mayor Novak called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
PRESENT: Cathy Novak
Mayor
Rodger Anderson
Councilmember
Dave Elliott
Councilmember
William Peirce
Councilmember
Janice Peters
Councilmember
ABSENT: None
STAFF: Dave Howell
City Administrator
Philip Sinco
Assistant City Attorney
Rick Algert
Harbor Director
Bridgett Bauer
City Clerk
Bill Boucher
Public Works Director
Jeff Jones
Fire Chief
Jim Koser
Finance Director
Andrea Lueker
Recreation and Parks Director
Shauna Nauman
Interim Planning Director
• Invocation presented by Pastor Shephard.
Van Heusen led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Mayor Novak shared a "Thought for the Day".
MAYOR'S REPORTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mayor Novak made the following announcements:
Congressman Walter Capps visited Morro Bay and was given a tour
of the harbor; City issues were discussed.
Jim Koser has been elected Vice -President of the Central Coast
Cities Self -Insurance JPA.
The Fire Department responded to a structure fire in rural Morro
Bay which took the life of a child; Mayor Novak thanked Chaplain
Paul Ward for assisting both firefighters and the family.
The Army Corps of Engineers has recommended $5 million for repair
of the south breakwater and operation and maintenance dredging in
Fiscal Year 1998; Mayor Novak noted lobbying will be necessary.
Mayor Novak spoke with both State Senator Jack O'Connell and
Assemblyman Tom Bordonaro about the 65 mph speed limit on Highway
• 1, the Yerba Buena stoplight, and the proposed concrete median.
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• A television commercial is being filmed in the City and the film
crew gave rave reviews to both the Recreation and Parks and
Harbor Departments for their assistance.
Councilmember Peters stated she was in Los Angeles at the
Convention of Film Location Scouts and is hopeful there will soon
be more filming in the City.
Councilmember Anderson stated he is a Boardmember on the National
Council on Alcohol and Drug Dependence; he invited the public to
the second annual fund raiser February 28th at 7:30 p.m. at the
Presbyterian Church on Piney Way.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Betty Forsythe stated the new Foundation for the San Luis Obispo
County Library has subleased a room at 783 Quintana Road, Suite
2. She presented the Phase I Final Report and stated she will
request a proclamation of support from the City in the near
future.
Gary Anondson, President of the Firefighters Association, stated
there have been two vacant positions for two years at the Fire
Department. He requested Council's support in locating funds to
• fill one firefighter/paramedic position as soon as possible.
Suedene Walker, Director of Chamber of Commerce, announced all
motels in the City are filled this weekend. She also noted
Senator Jack O'Connell will be in town tomorrow and requested
support in opposing the proposed median along Highway 1.
Mary Phillips stated the City should reimburse people who use
less than three units of water retroactive to November 1996. She
also noted the Army Corps of Engineers should build another
breakwater for safety purposes.
Lynda Merrill asked for a public hearing regarding conversion of
condominiums to apartments next to her condominium complex.
Wally McCray stated 50 volunteers have signed up for the Adopt -A -
Tree Project. He thanked Council, staff and volunteers, noting
$5,000 will be saved by the City.
Allen Peterson addressed Council on the proposed parking/hotel
project surrounding Brannigan's Reef; he said it will result in
an unnecessary five -story building. Mr. Peterson stated the math
indicates minor alterations on surface streets would provide
adequate parking during the five annual occasions when it is
needed. He said prime blufftop space will be sacrificed if this
project is approved.
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• John Barta stated people who only use one unit of water still
require adequate fire hydrant capacity, which costs millions of
dollars. He noted insurance rates are lower because of increased
fire suppression capability.
DECLARATION OF FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Councilmember Peirce asked for
irregularities in the City section
he said he would also like an
eeeurred expenditures.
A. CONSENT CALENDAR
agenda time to address
of the State Water pipeline;
audit of damages- -whi-eh-fie
Unless an item is pulled for separate action by the City Council,
the following actions are approved without discussion.
A-1 MINUTES FOR THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JANUARY 27,
1997 AND SPECIAL MEETING OF JANUARY 23, 1997
Mr. Howell recommended Council approve the minutes as submitted.
A-2 ANNUAL MOBILEHOME RENT CONTROL REPORT
• Mr. Howell recommended Council receive the report for
information.
A-3 RESOLUTION NO. 13-97 APPROVING THE COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT
WITH SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS FOR BIKEWAY
STUDY
Mr. Howell recommended Council adopt Resolution No. 13-97
approving the cooperative agreement with San Luis Obispo Council
of Governments for the Bikeway Study.
A-4 RESOLUTION NO. 12-97 APPROVING ESTOPPEL AGREEMENT FOR LEASE
SITE 78-81/78W-81W; (FLYING DUTCHMAN)
Mr. Howell recommended Council adopt Resolution No. 12-97
approving the Estoppel Agreement for Lease Site 78-81/78W-81W.
A-5 AUTHORIZATION FOR MAYOR NOVAK TO TESTIFY TO CONGRESS IN
SUPPORT OF CONTINUED HARBOR DREDGING
Mr. Howell recommended Council approve expenses from the Harbor
Department budget for Mayor Novak to attend the C-Manc Washington
Week meetings.
MOTION: Councilmember Peirce moved the City Council approve the
Consent Calendar. The motion was seconded by
• Councilmember Anderson and unanimously carried. (5-0)
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• B. PUBLIC HEARINGS. REPORTS & APPEARANCES
B-1 CONSIDERATION OF ADOPTION OF URGENCY ORDINANCE TO SUSPEND
ACCEPTANCE AND PROCESSING OF ADULT MATERIAL/ENTERTAINMENT
APPLICATIONS; AND DIRECTION ON POSSIBLE RELATED ZONING
ORDINANCE AMENDMENTS
Assistant City Attorney Philip Sinco reviewed the law relating to
interim ordinances which take effect immediately and will allow
staff to prepare necessary amendments to the zoning ordinance.
He recommended the City Council accept the report and consider
adoption, by a four -fifths vote, of Interim Ordinance No. 457
prohibiting the establishment of adult entertainment businesses
for 45 days.
Councilmember Anderson stated an applicant could take an
opportunistic stance and establish a business before the
ordinance could go into effect. He asked if a permanent ordinance
could be drafted in less than two years.
Mr. Sinco replied the League of California Cities has drafted a
model ordinance, which the City Attorney can utilize.
Councilmember Anderson asked if such a business can be restricted
• to certain areas.
Mr. Sinco replied there are a variety of strategies acceptable to
the courts, and the moratorium can stay in effect two years while
progress is being made toward a long-term solution. He said
there are separation requirements and area limitations depending
on availability of commercial sites.
Councilmember Elliott asked how long it will take to prepare a
permanent ordinance.
Mr. Sinco noted Coastal Commission approval will be necessary,
because a permanent ordinance will require an amendment to the
Local Coastal Plan. He said the interim ordinance can take
effect now. Mr. Sinco stated commercial site analyses will
require review by the Planning Department to determine economic
viability.
Mayor Novak opened the hearing to public comment.
Mary Phillips asked if children's nurseries, schools, and
churches are included in the 1,000 foot distance requirement.
She also asked about sphere of influence outside City limits.
Mayor Novak replied the Planning Department would have to
determine distances, and the sphere of influence would not
• include the County boundaries.
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• Harry Rogers stated vacant buildings encourage development of
adult businesses, and City criteria should include the ability of
children to walk up and down any street safely.
Mayor Novak closed the hearing to public comment and stated it is
the City's mission to protect youth and family values. She said
this is a preventative measure.
Councilmember Peters stated the findings are clear, and it is
important to have a moratorium while developing an ordinance.
Councilmembers Elliott and Peirce both expressed support for the
adoption of the interim ordinance.
Councilmember Anderson stated he would like an ordinance as
restrictive as legally possible. He pointed out an error in the
first Whereas, stating "of" should be removed after "regulate."
MOTION: Mayor Novak moved the City Council adopt Interim
Ordinance No. 457 as amended. The motion was seconded
by Councilmember Elliott and unanimously carried. (5-0)
B-2 CONSIDERATION OF WEED ABATEMENT APPEALS
• Fire Chief Jeff Jones reviewed the weed abatement appeal process
and recommended Council deny the appeals filed, and release the
City contractor's 100- retention fund less any distributions
approved by the City Council.
Mayor Novak opened the hearing for public comment.
Don St. Clair stated he is concerned with both the cost and
process of weed abatement. He noted he has paid $40 to a private
contractor in past years and he objects to paying $158.74 this
year for abatement on his lot located on Beachcomber.
Mayor Novak closed the hearing to public comment.
Councilmember Elliott noted a huge variance between hand and
tractor time and the amount of cubic yards of disposal material.
He asked for an explanation of the variance.
Chief Jones responded each lot is unique with a difference in the
types of material and terrain.
Councilmember Elliott stated some of the charges are
unconscionable, and he supports waiving administrative charges to
eliminate some appeals.
Councilmember Peters stated the property owners were notified and
• should have abated their properties in a timely manner; she
supports maintaining the current charges.
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Councilmember Anderson stated the City contractor was the low
bidder and was required to be in compliance with many
regulations. He noted the City requires all debris to be hauled
away, which is something not normally done by private contractors
or lot owners.
Councilmember Peirce stated he will support a reduction of
administrative fees.
Mayor Novak agreed costs are phenomenal. She said reductions for
one would result in reductions for all, but it is necessary to
remember the Fire Department has already spent its time and
money. Mayor Novak stated it is not fair to penalize the Fire
Department for following Council direction.
Councilmember Elliott stated the City has imposed onerous rules
and should pay for its unreasonableness. He said Council should
consider eliminating the administrative fees for all appellants.
Councilmember Anderson stated he does not believe City
administrative fees are punitive, although some cities do charge
100% administrative fees as punishment.
• Councilmember Peters stated it is not the City's job or
responsibility to cut lots, and administrative charges are the
result of the lot owner not taking responsibility. She noted
only five of 47 lot owners bothered to appeal the abatement
charges.
Chief Jones noted the 301 administrative cost almost recoups the
City's cost in the overall operation.
MOTION: Councilmember Peters moved the City Council deny the
appeals, and release the City contractor's 10°s
retention fund. The motion was seconded by
Councilmember Anderson and carried with Councilmembers
Elliott and Peirce voting no. (3-2)
B-3 RESOLUTION NO. 11-97 APPROVING THE MID -YEAR BUDGET AND
SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATIONS FOR FISCAL YEAR 1996/97
Finance Director Jim Koser reviewed the mid -year budget and
recommended the City Council adopt Resolution No. 11-97 amending
the Fiscal Year 1996/97 budget.
Councilmember Anderson noted business in January took a downward
swing, and asked if this lag was anticipated.
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• Mr. Koser responded February is generally the worst month, with
January and March close behind. He noted increased revenue is
based in part on the 1% rise in taxes, but the balance is based
on increased activity. Mr. Koser noted revenues could be affected
by the Highway 1 landslide.
Councilmember Peirce asked if there is enough money to fill the
vacant firefighter position.
Mr. Koser responded he anticipates $7,834 will be available;
however, the balance would have to come from some other source.
Councilmember Peirce asked Chief Jones if the balance to fill
this position could be obtained in Fire Department funds. He also
asked if savings in accrued overtime would make up the
difference.
Chief Jones responded he would have to seek advice from the City
Administrator and the Finance Director; however, he does not
believe $7,000 could be obtained through lack of overtime.
Councilmember Elliott asked if this situation is dangerous for
the future, because firefighters are not only working overtime
but unable to use accrued leave.
• Chief Jones responded significant accrued leave balances are due
employees. He said accrued time off, including sick leave and
vacation is 9,000 hours. Chief Jones stated the City is liable
for one year's vacation accrual per employee, however, the
employees are unable to take vacations because of overtime
expenses. He said an agreement with the firefighters has
resulted in an unlimited cap on vacation accrual. Chief Jones
stated current overtime costs are 109.7% at mid -year.
Councilmember Elliott asked how much money is in the parking in -
lieu fund as it generates only $700 interest.
Mr. Koser responded the amount in the parking in -lieu fund is
$240,000, and $700 is the amount credited to this fund. He said
shares of interest go to wastewater, Water, Harbor, and General
Funds.
Councilmember Elliott asked if people are charged for in -lieu
parking with interest going to other funds.
Mr. Koser replied idle cash from all funds is pooled and invested
and interest accrues to the General Fund and is apportioned back
to appropriate funds.
Councilmember Elliott asked why Recreation and Parks receipts are
• low. He asked if programs are being given away or if there is
less participation.
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•
Recreation and Parks Director Andrea Lueker replied the amount of
participation has stayed the same or increased slightly, but
there are fewer programs. She believes spring will be strong,
however, she does not expect to meet revenue projections.
Councilmember Peters stated there is an extra $7,800 in the
General Fund, and asked if the Fire Department could cover a
replacement person for the balance of this fiscal year with the
rest budgeted in FY 1997/98.
City Administrator Dave Howell responded the cost of a
firefighter is $70,000 per year, and the $12,000 is just for the
remainder of this fiscal year.
Councilmember Anderson stated he is committed to funding a
firefighter in the next fiscal year, and would prefer doing so
for the remainder of this year.
Mr. Koser responded there are a number of options, and the City
began the year with $800,000 in reserves. He said it is Council's
policy to maintain a certain level of reserves, and Council can
change the amount if so desired; however, he does not recommend
lowering the reserves any further at this time.
• Mayor Novak urged a cautious approach and expressed support and
sympathy for the firefighters. She opened the hearing to public
comment.
Wally McCray asked if the Fire Department has ever considered
allocating personnel for use as Forest Service Firefighters in
order to utilize federal funding. He said he hopes the grant
money for the tree fund will be protected.
Chief Jones replied mutual aid contracts allow firefighters to go
anywhere in the State, and $12,000 credited to the General Fund
is from the Highway 58 fire. He said the department also helped
with Southern California fires, however, payment has not yet been
received. Chief Jones noted revenues are expected to exceed
expenses for mutual aid incidents.
John Barta noted the City receives over a million dollars in
Transient Occupancy Taxes, which is all from tourists. He said
tourism is extremely important to the City because of the ripple
effect on the economy. Mr. Barta stated the Tree Fund should
remain separate because people donate specifically for trees.
Mary Phillips asked if there is a population requirement for a
specific number of firemen and police officers.
• Chief Jones responded OSHA requires four firefighters per flaming
structure unless there is good cause for imminent rescue.
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•
Mayor Novak closed the hearing to public comment. She asked if
the money from the Tree Fund could be tracked.
Mr. Koser responded contributors and outcome would still be
tracked in the General Fund. He said an account within the
General Fund will be used exclusively for donations.
Councilmembers Anderson and Peters agreed the issue of funding
another firefighter position should come back at the next
meeting.
Councilmember Elliott asked how the money was spent in the Tree
Replacement Fund, as he does not believe expenses should exceed
donations. He said there have only been two donors, former Mayor
Yates and Councilmember Anderson. Councilmember Elliott stated
Council is responsible for both public safety and fiscal
responsibility, and he feels the City must advertise in order to
garner tourism dollars. He said both Trolley and Recycling Funds
should be folded into the General Fund, but citizens should
support a separate Tree Fund.
Mr. Howell offered to bring the firefighter issue back on March
10, 1997 for Council review.
• MOTION: Councilmember Elliott moved the City Council approve
Resolution No. 11-97 with the following amendment: "Be
It Further Resolved that the Recycling and Trolley
Funds are declared...." The motion was seconded by
Councilmember Anderson and unanimously carried. (5-0)
B-4 RESOLUTION NO. 14-97 APPROVING AMENDMENTS TO THE LOCAL
COASTAL PLAN/GENERAL PLAN AND CHAPTER 13.20 OF THE MORRO BAY
MUNICIPAL CODE TO IMPLEMENT THE WATER MANAGEMENT PLAN; AND
ORDINANCE NO. 456 ADOPTING AMENDMENTS TO CHAPTER 13.20-
BUILDING LIMITATIONS (FIRST READING/INTRODUCTION)
This item was continued to the February 24, 1997 City Council
meeting.
C. UNFINISHED BUSINESS - NONE.
D. NEW BUSINESS
D-1 CONSIDERATION OF APPOINTMENT TO FILL VACANCY ON PUBLIC WORKS
ADVISORY BOARD
Mayor Novak reviewed the need to make an appointment to fill a
vacancy on the Public Works Advisory Board.
• Councilmembers agreed there were many qualified applicants and
attributed increased interest in volunteer service to Channel 54.
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Councilmembers Elliott and Peirce supported the
Michael Garcia to fill the vacancy; Councilmembers
Peters supported the placement of Ric Deschler.
placement of
Anderson and
MOTION: Councilmember Peirce moved the City Council appoint
Michael Garcia to serve on the Public Works Advisory
Board. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Elliott
and carried with Councilmembers Anderson and Peters
voting no. (3-2)
F. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 9:55 p.m.
Recorded by:
Bridg et Bauer
City Clerk
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City of Morro Bay
City Council
Mission Statement
The City of Morro Bay is dedicated to the preservation and enhancement of the quality of 1i The City shall
be committed to this purpose and will provide a level of municipal service and safety mlisistent with
and responsive to the nods of the public.
REGULAR MEETING - JANUARY 27, 1997
VETERANS MEMORIAL HALL - 6:00 P.M.
209 SURF ST., MORRO BAY, CA
ESTABLISH QUORUM AND CALL TO ORDER
PRAYER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBERS ANNOUNCEMENTS & PRESENTATIONS
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD - Members of the audience wishing to
address the Council on City business matters (other than Public
Hearing items under Section B) may do so at this time.
To increase the effectiveness of the Public Comment Period, the
following rules shall be followed:
♦ When recognized by the Mayor, please come forward to the
podium and state your name and address for the record.
Comments are to be limited to three minutes.
♦ All remarks shall be addressed to Council, as a whole, and
not to any individual member thereof.
♦ No person shall be permitted to make slanderous, profane or
personal remarks against any elected official, commission
and/or staff.
COUNCIL DECLARATION OF FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
A. CONSENT CALENDAR
Unless an item is pulled for separate action by the City Council,
the following actions are approved without discussion.
A-1 MINUTES FOR THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JANUARY 13,
1997 - (BARER)
RECOMMENDATION: APPROVE AS SUBMITTED.
A-2 STATEMENTS OF CASH AND INVESTMENTS - NOVEMBER AND DECEMBER
1996 - (ROSER)
RECOMMENDATION: ACCEPT REPORT.
A-3 EXPENDITURE REPORTS - NOVEMBER AND DECEMBER 1996 - MOSER)
• RECOMMENDATION: APPROVE REPORTS.
A-4 SECOND QUARTER SALES TAX REPORT - MOSER)
RECOMMENDATION: ACCEPT REPORT.
A-5 REPORT ON SONIC CABLE TELEVISION SURVEY RESULTS - (BOUCHER)
RECOMMENDATION: RECEIVE REPORT.
A-6 RESOLUTION NO. 09-97 APPROVING THE INCREASE OF YOUTH
SERVICES/PART-TIME PERSONNEL SERVICES APPROPRIATION FROM
RECEIPT OF SKATE PARR GRANT - (LUEKER)
RECOMMENDATION: APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. 09-97.
B. PUBLIC HEARINGS. REPORTS & APPEARANCES
B-1 STATUS REPORT ON HARBOR ENTRANCE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT -
(ALGERT)
RECOMMENDATION: RECEIVE REPORT.
B-2 RESOLUTION NO. 10-97 APPROVING ANNUAL WATER REPORT AND
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR DISTRIBUTION OF WATER EQUIVALENCY UNITS
. IN FISCAL YEAR 1997/98 - (NAUMAN/BOUCHER)
RECOMMENDATION: REVIEW REPORT, ACCEPT PUBLIC INPUT, AND
APPROVE BY ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION NO. 10-97.
B-3 REVIEW OF SONIC CHANNEL 54 POLICIES AND GUIDELINES -
(BOUCHER)
RECOMMENDATION: REVIEW PUBLIC WORKS ADVISORY BOARD
RECOMMENDATIONS, RECEIVE PUBLIC INPUT, AND DIRECT STAFF AS
APPROPRIATE.
B-4 DISCUSSION OF ORDINANCE TO REGULATE ADULT MATERIAL
BUSINESSES - (NOVAK)
RECOMMENDATION: DISCUSS ISSUE, RECEIVE PUBLIC INPUT, AND
DIRECT STAFF ACCORDINGLY.
C. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
C-1 ORDINANCE NO. 454 REVISING WEED ABATEMENT PROGRAM; (SECOND
READING/ADOPTION) - (JONES)
RECOMMENDATION: APPROVE SECOND READING/ADOPTION.
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D. NEW BUSINESS
D-1 PRESENTATION BY COUNTY ECONOMIC VITALITY COMMITTEE'S
PRESIDENT REGARDING AN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY PLAN
FOR MORRO BAY, AND CONSIDERATION OF COUNCIL APPOINTMENT TO
THE ECONOMIC VITALITY COMMITTEE BOARD OF DIRECTORS -
(HOWELL)
RECOMMENDATION: RECEIVE PRESENTATION.
D-2 REPORT ON MASTER FEE SCHEDULE - (KOSER)
E.
RECOMMENDATION: RECEIVE REPORT AND DIRECT STAFF
ACCORDINGLY.
THIS AGENDA IS SUBJECT TO AMENDMENT UP TO 72 HOURS
PRIOR TO THE DATE AND TIME SET FOR THE MEETING. PLEASE
REFER TO THE AGENDA POSTED AT CITY HALL FOR ANY
REVISIONS OR CALL THE CLERK'S OFFICE AT 772-6200 FOR
FURTHER INFORMATION.
COPIES OF STAFF REPORTS OR OTHER PUBLIC DOCUMENTATION
RELATING TO EACH ITEM OF BUSINESS REFERRED TO ON THIS
AGENDA ARE ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK AND
AVAILABLE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION AND REPRODUCTION AT
COST AT CITY HALL, LIBRARY, AND MILLS STATIONERY.
IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT,
IF YOU NEED SPECIAL ASSISTANCE TO PARTICIPATE IN A CITY
MEETING, PLEASE CONTACT THE CITY CLERK'S OFFICE AT
LEAST 24 HOURS PRIOR TO THE MEETING TO INSURE THAT
REASONABLE ARRANGEMENTS CAN BE MADE TO PROVIDE
ACCESSIBILITY TO THE MEETING.
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REGULAR MEETING - JANUARY 27, 1997
VETERANS MEMORIAL HALL - 6:00 P.M.
Mayor Novak called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
PRESENT:
Cathy Novak
Mayor
Rodger Anderson
Councilmember
Dave Elliott
Councilmember
William Peirce
Councilmember
Janice Peters
Councilmember
ABSENT:
None
STAFF:
Dave Howell
City Administrator
David Hunt
City Attorney
Rick Algert
Harbor Director
Bridgett Bauer
City Clerk
Bill Boucher
Public Works Director
Janeen Burlingame
Administrative Assistant
Jeff Jones
Fire Chief
Jim Koser
Finance Director
Andrea Lueker
Recreation and Parks Director
Shauna Nauman
Interim Planning Director
• Invocation
presented by Pastor
Bob Morley of the Morro Bay
Baptist Church.
Eric Linker led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Mayor Novak shared a "Thought for the Day".
MAYOR'S REPORTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mayor Novak introduced PG&E Plant Manager Bob Fredianelli, Coast
Guard Lt. Brian Corrigan, Executive Petty Officer James Clemens,
and Search and Rescue Detachment Supervisor Dan Bennett.
Mayor Novak made the following announcements:
Congressman Walter Capps will visit Morro Bay to tour the bay and
meet with City officials and National Estuary staff.
Carla Borchard has been voted Citizen of the Year by the Chamber
of Commerce, with Joe Osmer selected as Volunteer of the Year.
Clyde Gaines has been selected as Vice -President of the Central
Coast Chapter of Building Officials.
It is estimated Twin Bridges would have been closed 20 days at an
• average of $20,000 per day due to recent storms.
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• Solid waste disposal figures show 13.6% less tonnage going to the
landfill this year as compared to last year.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Mary Phillips presented copies of the U.S. Constitution to the
City Council. She addressed the issue of water billing for users
of 0-3 units of water.
The following people spoke in support of opening the City Council
meetings with prayer: Greta Shocker, John Alcorn, and Chris
Pilnick.
Allen Peterson addressed the proposed parking project discussed
at the last Council meeting, and questioned the need for
additional parking spaces around Pacific and Market Streets. He
said a five -story structure is not in keeping with a small town
atmosphere.
DECLARATION OF FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Councilmember Peters announced State Senator Jack O'Connell has
been asked by another city to reduce the Highway 1 speed limit to
55 mph. She said Morro Bay should join in the effort to
encourage the reduction of the speed limit through the City, and
• requested agenda time in order for Council to discuss a solution
to this matter.
A. CONSENT CALENDAR
Unless an item is pulled for separate action by the City Council,
the following actions are approved without discussion.
A-1 MINUTES FOR THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JANUARY 13,
1997 - (BAUER)
Mr. Howell recommended Council approve the minutes as submitted.
A-2 STATEMENTS OF CASH AND INVESTMENTS - NOVEMBER AND DECEMBER
1996 - MOSER)
Mr. Howell recommended Council receive the Statements of Cash and
Investments for November and December 1996.
A-3 EXPENDITURE REPORTS - NOVEMBER AND DECEMBER 1996 - (KOSER)
Mr. Howell recommended Council approve the Expenditure Reports
for November and December 1996.
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• A-4 SECOND QUARTER SALES TAX REPORT - MOSER)
Mr. Howell recommended Council receive the Second Quarter Sales
Tax report.
A-5 REPORT ON SONIC CABLE TELEVISION SURVEY RESULTS - (BOUCHER)
Mr. Howell recommended Council receive the Sonic Cable Television
survey results.
A-6 RESOLUTION NO. 09-97 APPROVING THE INCREASE OF YOUTH
SERVICES/PART-TIME PERSONNEL SERVICES APPROPRIATION FROM
RECEIPT OF SKATE PARK GRANT - (LUEKER)
Mr. Howell recommended Council approve Resolution No. 09-97.
Mayor Novak pulled Item A-4 from the Consent Calendar,
Councilmember Peirce pulled Item A-5, and Councilmember Anderson
pulled Item A-6.
MOTION: Councilmember Peters moved the City Council approve the
Consent Calendar with the exception of Items A-4, A-5,
and A-6. The motion was seconded by Councilmember
• Anderson and unanimously carried. (5-0)
A-4 SECOND QUARTER SALES TAX REPORT - (KOSER)
Mayor Novak noted the second quarter sales tax revenues exceeded
the $1.1 million mark for the first time in the City's history.
MOTION: Mayor Novak moved the City Council approve the Second
Quarter Sales Tax Report. The motion was seconded by
Councilmember Peirce and unanimously carried. (5-0)
A-5 REPORT ON SONIC CABLE TELEVISION SURVEY RESULTS - (BOUCHER)
Councilmember Peirce requested staff highlight the survey
results.
Mayor Novak suggested Council review this item before hearing
Item B-3 (Review of Sonic Channel 54 Policies and Guidelines).
Council agreed to postpone discussion as suggested by the Mayor.
A-6 RESOLUTION NO. 09-97 APPROVING THE INCREASE OF YOUTH
SERVICES/PART-TIME PERSONNEL SERVICES APPROPRIATION FROM
RECEIPT OF SKATE PARK GRANT - (LUEKER)
Councilmember Anderson asked Parks and Recreation Department
IsDirector Andrea Lueker if funds would be sought for the skate
park in the upcoming budget.
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Ms. Lueker responded a portion of funding will come from the
trust fund, and additional money will be sought as well.
Councilmember Anderson stated revenues are ahead of maintenance
costs; however, funding will have to be found for shortfalls in
gate collections and staffing costs.
MOTION: Councilmember Anderson moved the City Council approve
Resolution No. 09-97 approving the increase of Youth
Services/Part-Time Personnel Services Appropriation
from Receipt of Skate Park Grant. The motion was
seconded by Councilmember Peters and unanimously
carried. (5-0)
B. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
B-2 RESOLUTION NO. 10-97 APPROVING ANNUAL WATER REPORT AND
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR DISTRIBUTION OF WATER EQUIVALENCY UNITS
IN FISCAL YEAR 1997/98 - (NAUMAN/BOUCHER)
Interim Planning Director Shauna Nauman reviewed the Planning
Commission recommendation for distribution of water equivalency
units in Fiscal Year 1997/98, and the water report for Fiscal
Year 1996/97. She recommended the City Council adopt Resolution
• No. 10-97 approving the annual report.
Councilmember Peters asked if there is any type of program to
detect leaks in the City.
Public Works Director Bill Boucher responded previous leak
detection programs have not found a blown -out water line, and 300
acre feet is a lot of loss.
Councilmember Anderson asked if water meters were read
incorrectly.
Mr. Boucher responded several dozen meters are changed per month
and several are sent out for calibration, but no faulty pattern
has been found.
Councilmember Anderson asked if pressure loss would be found if
there was a major leak.
Mr. Boucher responded two separate investigations were
undertaken, and many small leaks were repaired; however, there
was no appreciable line loss.
Councilmember Anderson asked if the difference between production
and units billed is out of line with other communities.
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• Mr. Boucher responded the statewide average is 100-. to 15°;, and
noted County Engineering has not yet provided the amount of water
used for testing the State Water system.
Councilmember Elliott asked about the possibility of unauthorized
use, as there is no historic pattern of loss.
Mr. Boucher responded one investigation isolated portions of the
transmission line where such a possibility existed and there was
no change. He said some kind of pattern would make finding the
loss easier.
Councilmember Peirce asked if someone who wanted to build 46
houses would use up all the allocations.
Ms. Nauman responded individual homeowners are generally building
on infill lots. She said applicants building multiple units are
not on the list, and Planning Commission has requested provisions
in the Local Coastal Plan to limit the number by one quarter to
avoid such a possibility.
Mayor Novak opened the hearing to public comment.
Colby Crotzer stated wellhead leakage has not been examined, and
• meter replacement is important.
Charles Palmer stated the water equivalency program should be
replaced. He has monthly records of sales and production, and
some months the numbers are very close, while in others
production is much higher than sales. Mr. Palmer noted part of
the problem may be the way records are kept by the City.
Planning Commissioner John Barta stated 500 housing units have
been built since 1984, and the proponents of Measure F felt
population could be controlled by number of permits issued. He
noted population has not changed, so Measure F does not achieve
its goal. Mr. Barta said an acre foot serves between five and
ten houses, so 1,500 to 2,000 houses worth of water have
disappeared.
Mary Phillips stated Clovis has a method to check meter use which
could be used in Morro Bay. She said the City makes money on
people who use less water, because they pay more.
Mayor Novak closed the hearing to public comment. She stated she
supports rescinding the residential waiting list, which will save
staff time and result in a user-friendly Planning Department.
Councilmember Anderson stated he was once on the list, and the
amount of staff time necessary was enormous. He asked Ms. Nauman
• to explain what would happen if there were more applicants than
allotments.
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Ms. Nauman responded a first -come, first -serve system would stop
allotments at 77 units, and the necessity for a waiting list
would come before Council.
Councilmember Anderson stated there is a concern with marketing
allotments, and asked how many building units could be applied
for.
Ms. Nauman responded 77 permits per year can be applied for,
assuming there are no other controls; however, this is a concern
of the Planning Commission and a future recommendation will be
forthcoming. She said there will be a provision prohibiting one
individual from taking all the allotments. Ms. Nauman stated the
quarterly award system in the current Water Allocation Model will
be retained, and remaining allotments will be granted in the
fourth quarter. She said Cloisters is the main concern in this
regard, but the lots do not yet exist, and new rules will be in
place before project lots are ready for permits.
Councilmember Elliott noted there are always unused allotments in
the fourth quarter. He said the City needs to get rid of the
water equivalency and retrofit programs, as they are not
necessary.
• Councilmember Peters stated her concern is providing protection
against misuse; however, it does not appear to be a real fear.
Ms. Nauman noted the list was established because of such fear;
however, it has not proven to be true over the years.
Councilmember Anderson stated people should not be discouraged
from upgrading to current standards through property transfers.
Councilmember Elliott agreed there should be upgrades on property
transfers to conserve water, and people should be able to use
retrofit water if they have already earned it.
MOTION: Councilmember Anderson moved the City Council adopt
Resolution No. 10-97 approving the 1996/97 Annual Water
Progress Report and adopting a Water Allocation Program
for Fiscal Year 1997/98. The motion was seconded by
Councilmember Peirce and unanimously carried. (5-0)
B-1 STATUS REPORT ON HARBOR ENTRANCE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT -
(ALGERT)
Harbor Director Rick Algert introduced Army Corps of Engineers
District Engineer Colonel Larry Davis who reported on the Morro
Bay Harbor Entrance Improvement Project, the ongoing maintenance
• dredging, and the Corps future plans for the Morro Bay Harbor.
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• Councilmember Anderson stated alterations to the harbor would
probably not have taken place unless there had been a perceived
military necessity. He said there were two channels, and maybe
the natural flushing action would still be going on if the harbor
had not been changed. Councilmember Anderson stated many people
are concerned about Morro Bay being compared to other ports
maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers. He noted this is the
only storm port between Monterey and Santa Barbara, something
which should be taken into consideration when numbers are
crunched. Councilmember Anderson stated he feels the Corps has
an obligation to maintain the channels, because the Corps created
infill problems by changing channel configuration.
Colonel Davis replied he feels a resistibility to maintain the
channels, but recreational use harbors are not high on the
Administration's list. He said tonnage may be down, but there is
still significant commercial interest. Colonel Davis stated the
commercial tie is of interest to the Administration, but it is
necessary to remind Congress.
Councilmember Peirce stated there are areas of the bay which are
fast becoming a marsh and he stressed the need for maintenance.
Councilmember Peters stated this harbor should be the number one
• baby of the Corps, because it was created by the Corps.
Councilmember Elliott stated the last dredging cost $2.3 million
and he asked if it included model building and survey costs.
Colonel Davis responded the normal biannual dredging cost about
$1.5 million. He said the Corps starts with reconnaissance, paid
by the Federal government. Colonel Davis stated the making of
the model was part of the feasibility study; the City's cost was
half the feasibility and 20°s of construction, with operations and
maintenance paid 100°s by the Federal government.
Mr. Algert responded the cost to the City for the model was in
the $200,000 to $300,000 range.
Mayor Novak stated she has been fishing since the early 1980s and
the harbor mouth is a moving target. She said the fight for
Federal funding will continue, and the Corps' efforts are much
appreciated. Mayor Novak opened the hearing to public comment.
John Barta stated loss of the harbor would kill Morro Bay,
something which is probably not true of other cities. He asked
if there could be a cooperative, cost-efficient effort between
the Corps and the National Estuary Program to keep a small
maintenance dredge working full time.
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Colby Crotzer stated self -flushing would be preferable, so
currents would flow in and out with wave action instead of
dredging. He said digging a hole in the sand is a perpetual
make-work project because it will always fill in.
Mary Phillips stated a wider, taller, longer breakwater would
keep the sand from building up and would be cheaper in the long
run.
Colonel Davis responded there are better solutions, which are
much more costly. He said the Corps does not make much from
dredging, and manpower amounts to a fraction of one person per
year. Colonel Davis stated most ports along the Southern
California coast have to be dredged, and East Coast ports carry
silt from the rivers instead of sand from the coastline.
Charles Palmer stated the Department of Agriculture is
responsible for the back bay being quickly lost. He said a
tremendous amount of fill has come from Chorro and Los Osos
Creeks, and the State Park Marina has almost been closed due to
sedimentation. Mr. Palmer stated commercial and recreational
uses will continue to be possible if the Corps dredges as far as
the marina.
Mayor Novak closed the hearing to public comment.
Council thanked Colonel Davis and representatives from the Corps
of Engineers for their presentation.
No further action was taken on this item.
A-5 REPORT ON SONIC CABLE TELEVISION SURVEY RESULTS - (BOUCHER)
Administrative Assistant Janeen Burlingame reviewed the results
of the survey.
MOTION: Councilmember Peirce moved the City Council accept the
report on Sonic Cable Television Survey results. The
motion was seconded by Councilmember Peters and
unanimously carried. (5-0)
B-3 REVIEW OF SONIC CHANNEL 54 POLICIES AND GUIDELINES -
(BOUCHER)
Administrative Assistant Janeen Burlingame reviewed and
recommended Council approval of the interim operating/
broadcasting policies and guidelines suggested by the Public
Works Advisory Board.
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46 City Attorney David Hunt emphasized Channel 54 is a creature of
the franchise agreement and the City's relationship with Sonic
Cable. He said the relationship is managed by Council, and
decisions must be made while anticipating future problems. Mr.
Hunt stated the whole area of public access broadcast channel
carries FCC and Constitutional complexities. He said lawsuits
can occur over civil rights violations, and his fear factor grows
with each passing week as the City draws closer to full PEG
access.
Public Works Director Bill Boucher noted one constraint is a zero
budget for legal opinions, and he will be requesting funding
during budget hearings.
Councilmember Peters asked if wording could be included in the
interim agreement: "Until a management plan is in place that
there will be no general public access offered. That it will be
under the control of the City until a management plan provides
full public access."
Mr. Hunt responded he believes so; however, he has never been
part of the negotiations as there have been no funds to pay him.
He stated it is within the purview of Council to decide whether
or not and how to continue the project. Mr. Hunt stated he does
• not want to discourage Council from doing something positive, and
it is Council's job to provide service to the public. He said it
is the City Attorney's job to manage risk for the City, and the
risk must be managed affirmatively and proactively. Mr. Hunt
stated it would be safe to restrict access to ongoing
governmental broadcasts, and Council should instruct staff and
fund guideline development.
Councilmember Peirce stated Channel 54 can continue for another
six months while guidelines are developed, and no other public
access tapes will be accepted.
Mayor Novak opened the hearing to public comment.
Steve Mathieu stated the Public Works Advisory Board approved
airing rules twice, which are very specific about defining
community events; the City is protected by these rules.
Roz Rogoff said Channel 54 is not a City station but a citizens'
station, and she does not believe it should be under City
control.
Ms. Phillips asked to yield her three minutes to Mr. Mathieu,
according to Robert's Rules of Order.
Diane Ludin expressed support of community event broadcasting.
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• Meredith Bates urged Council to support the Public Works Advisory
Board's recommendations and the broadcasting volunteers.
Allen Peterson stated the non-profit start-up phase is
excruciating, but the process comes together as time goes by. He
said Mr. Mathieu is on the right track and unfettered access
through a non-profit corporation will be a gift to the City.
Colby Crotzer stated only Brown Act, published meetings should be
televised.
Bill Olson presented two reports on managing public access
channels. He said the City will have access to a studio soon,
and it is important to keep all options open.
Mr. Mathieu noted he is following guidelines proposed by a County
consultant in establishing a countywide non-profit corporation.
He noted an intern program has been set up for students to
produce varied programming and earn school credits.
Mayor Novak closed the hearing to public comment.
Councilmember Anderson stated he is interested in utilizing
another channel for public and education programs.
• Councilmember Elliott stated Mr. Mathieu can present more
detailed information at a later date when public and educational
access is considered by Council.
Mayor Novak suggested adoption of the Public Works Advisory
Board's recommendations. She suggested Council specify the airing
of Brown Act meetings while staff works with the Video
Broadcasting Committee to set up guidelines, and liability issues
can be addressed.
Mr. Hunt stated he has reviewed Mr. Mathieu's copy of Channel 54
interim guidelines and policies, adopted by the Public Works
Advisory Board, and there are some easy ways to tweak the
material so as not to limit broadcasting to Brown Act meetings.
Councilmember Elliott stated he would like to take the following
steps tonight: 1) the original tapes should be in City custody,
and copies should be provided from the City with a copy at the
library; 2) City functions and private functions with City
involvement should be recorded; 3) private functions of a public
interest are acceptable, except social events where there are
invitations; and 4) Council and Planning Commission tapes can
serve as a public record until minutes have been completed, and
then tapes should be erased and recycled.
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• Mr. Hunt stated this meeting becomes official when minutes are
adopted, and tapes should be recycled after a reasonable length
of time.
Councilmember Peters asked if the City would be responsible for
copies on request if staff has custody, which would cost both
time and money; she noted library copies are supplied without
cost. Councilmember Peters stated public access is for the
public, and government cannot restrict the public if someone
wants to put something on the air; however, Council can maintain
control over the government channel. She said the non-profit
corporation is organizing to run the other two aspects when they
are in place, and the City will not be in a position of
liability. Councilmember Peters stated the wording can be
changed regarding specific limitations on what can be aired in
the next six months. She suggested approval of the six-month
extension, providing funds for legal advice, working with the
non-profit organization to establish a management program, and
limiting programming to the guidelines until the non-profit
corporation is in place.
Councilmember Peirce stated the guidelines can be endorsed with
Mr. Hunt's suggested changes and interns can continue to work,
while the door will not be opened to irresponsible public access.
• Mayor Novak recapped Council's comments: broadcasting of Brown
Act meetings in addition to Mr. Hunt's changes; continuation of
the pilot program for six months; a management plan will be
designed; tape distribution and programming per Public Works
Advisory Board recommendations; and Mr. Hunt will work with
Public works and Public Works Advisory Board on the issues.
Councilmember Elliott stated the Public Works Advisory Board
recommends Council decide what to do about the tapes. He feels a
procedure for eliminating tapes after a period of time should be
established.
Council suggested the following addition to the Channel 54
guidelines, paragraph 6(d): "Additionally, the video Broadcasting
Committee will provide the City with copies of other Brown Act
meetings' broadcast but not covered by contract. The City will
pay for the cost of tapes."
Mr. Hunt read his changes to the guidelines: Paragraph 4) Public
safety emergency tapes as practical as sponsored by Fire and
Police Departments; Paragraph 5) Tapes of community events shall
be shown on a first -come, first -served basis as feasible. These
community events are currently limited to: a) official school -
sponsored events from Morro Bay High School, Del Mar, Morro
Elementary Schools, and Los Osos Middle School. Events could
• include sports, plays, concerts, festivals, and other official
school -sponsored endeavors; b) Officially sponsored City events,
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• including Recreation and Parks Department events, including team
sports, fishing derby, Rock -to -Pier Run, Easter egg hunt, and
Lighted Boat Parade (other endeavors will be struck); c) Specific
Chamber events limited to the Fourth of July celebration, Salmon
Festival, Harbor Festival, Art in the Park, Easter Bonnet Parade
and tourist information tapes; d) Educational tapes generated by
the Museum of Natural History and the Morro Bay National Estuary
Program.
MOTION: Mayor Novak moved the City Council approve the current
interim guidelines and policies, as amended by Mr. Hunt;
continue operating Channel 54 as an unfunded pilot
program for six months; add tape distribution and
availability to policies and guidelines to read as a, b,
and c in the staff report, with the addition of d, which
will state the City will receive a copy of all other
Brown Act meeting broadcasts with the City to provide a
blank tape; add programming guides to policies and
guidelines as per the staff report and Public Works
Advisory Board recommendations with regularly scheduled
times; to provide City Attorney help to Public Works
Director if need be. The motion was seconded by
Councilmember Peters and unanimously carried. (5-0)
IsMr. Boucher stated the City Attorney should be authorized to work
on the item, and some separate vehicle will have to be pursued
for his funding.
Finance Director Jim Koser stated the City has a contract with
the City Attorney and a number of dollars have been budgeted for
this type of situation. He said dollars are available in the
existing appropriation without charging Public Works directly.
Mayor Novak called for a break at 9:18 p.m.; the meeting resumed
at 9:40 p.m.
D. PUBLIC HEARINGS. REPORTS & APPEARANCES
D-1 PRESENTATION BY COUNTY ECONOMIC VITALITY COMMITTEE'S
PRESIDENT REGARDING AN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY PLAN
FOR MORRO BAY, AND CONSIDERATION OF COUNCIL APPOINTMENT TO
THE ECONOMIC VITALITY COMMITTEE BOARD OF DIRECTORS -
(HOWELL)
City Administrator Dave Howell introduced Gregg Goodwin,
President/CEO of the Economic Vitality Corporation of San Luis
Obispo County. Mr. Goodwin gave an overview of the Revolving
Loan Fund Program and the Economic Development Strategic Plan for
Morro Bay. He stated block grants are being pursued through the
State, and he asked Morro Bay to participate. He said the EVC
• will ask for $5,000 from each participating entity at a later
date.
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Dr. Susan Cotler of the Economic Vitality Corporation reviewed
the goals and functions of the EVC and requested the City Council
become a partner and appoint a Councilmember to the Board of
Directors.
Mayor Novak stated the City has several projects which will
require CDBG funding. She asked Ms. Nauman to investigate
whether or not potential City monies will be lost if the EVC
applies for funds. Mayor Novak said the water reclamation
project is an example. She asked why a staff member cannot be
used as an alternate on the Board.
Dr. Cotler replied the Board is limited to elected officials in
order to build a stronger EVC.
Mayor Novak asked for an explanation of regional economic
development services.
Mr. Goodwin responded there are three components: business
retention, revolving loan funds, and business recruitment.
Mayor Novak stated the $5,000 participation fee cannot come from
CDBG funds, according to Page 3, paragraph 1.
• Mr. Goodwin responded federal guidelines allow 20°s of a CDBG
grant to be used for administrative support unrelated to CDBG
program and guidelines.
Mayor Novak asked for an explanation of $38,000 for professional
services.
Dr. Cotler replied a consulting firm was hired in the beginning,
and Mr. Goodwin is now staff instead.
Mr. Goodwin stated the EVC will probably contract with the County
to create its overall Economic Development Plan and the Economic
Element of the General Plan.
Mayor Novak stated the City has its own Economic Vitality
Committee and the two organizations would need to work closely
together. She asked what would happen to the loan program if the
City does not participate financially.
Dr. Cotler responded County funds could still be accessed, but
contributing cities will be able to access both County and
locally contributed funds.
Mr. Goodwin noted City funds could be leveraged against Federal
grants through the City's financial contribution.
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• Councilmember Anderson stated Community Promotions volunteers are
professionals and help the City at no charge, and he feels the
payroll for the EVC is already substantial and will be
increasing. He said 1997 looks like a lean year with the Highway
One closure, and he would like to hear about specific benefits.
Mr. Goodwin stated the EVC will not be engaged in direct
marketing but will be fostering greater development of
destination amenities and venues by inviting developers to take a
look.
Councilmember Peters stated the City's budget is limited and
there are good City committees working on promotions without much
funding. She asked how the EVC could help Morro Bay.
Mr. Goodwin replied he could provide regional and economic
development services in terms of strategic planning, and the EVC
will serve as a focal point for the State Trade and Commerce
Agency. He said he can assist software companies who wish to
move to Morro Bay, and he does not believe the City should be
limited to recreation and tourism activities.
Councilmember Elliott stated the City Promotions Committee could
probably use $5,000, and the City should control its own CDBG
• funds.
Mayor Novak stated the topic will be brought back for
consideration after Council have thought about it and received
answers to CDBG questions.
Mr. Goodwin stated he is offering to act as a banker for the City
and administer CDBG funds, as there is too much paperwork for
staff to handle.
No further action was taken on this item.
B-4 DISCUSSION OF ORDINANCE TO REGULATE ADULT MATERIAL
BUSINESSES - (NOVAK)
Mayor Novak stated she would like to develop an ordinance
restricting adult businesses in certain areas.
City Administrator Dave Howell stated there is a public nudity
ordinance and there are State Penal Code violations for certain
aspects, and other regulations involving adult videos and
magazine storage. He said there is nothing on record restricting
location of such businesses.
Councilmember Anderson asked if the City could utilize another
community's regulation as a model instead of creating one.
• Mr. Hunt replied affirmatively.
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Mayor Novak received Council consensus to bring the issue back on
a future agenda.
C. NEW BUSINESS
C-1 ORDINANCE NO. 454 REVISING WEED ABATEMENT PROGRAM; (SECOND
READING/ADOPTION) - (JONES)
Fire Chief Jeff Jones introduced Ordinance No. 454 revising the
Weed Abatement Program for second reading and adoption.
MOTION: Councilmember Peters moved the City Council read
Ordinance No. 454 by title and number only and approve
by motion. The motion was seconded by Councilmember
Elliott and unanimously carried. (5-0)
City Administrator Dave Howell read Ordinance No. 454 by title
and number only.
D-2 REPORT ON MASTER FEE SCHEDULE - MOTER)
Finance Director Jim Koser reviewed the Master Fee Schedule for
Fiscal Year 1997/98. He recommended the City Council: 1)
• increase flat or per unit fees by 2.6% (percentage increase in
the CPI) ; 2) continue to authorize use of the full cost hourly
rates as updated annually by the cost allocation plan for fees
based on staff time; and 3) fees based upon a percentage of
valuation be held at Fiscal Year 1996/97 rates with changes
effective beginning July 1, 1997.
Mayor Novak asked if he was proposing a change from calculating
some rates at 80% and instead charging 100% in the section titled
Recommended Strategy for Establishing Fiscal Year 1997/98 Fees.
Mr. Koser responded he is recommending 100% recovery.
Councilmember Peirce asked about the percentage paid to the City
if a proposed home building project costs $200,000 including
retrofit.
Mr. Howell responded building fees would be under $14,000, which
is comparatively low compared to other areas.
Councilmember Elliott stated there are certain costs associated
with doing business as a City, but he questioned some costs
regarding signage. He said Proposition 218 was passed because
many fees are taxes. Councilmember Elliott stated the Master Fee
Schedule is too convoluted, and the City needs to be up front
about the cost of doing business.
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Mayor Novak stated some items are too expensive and the last
Council cut some cost recovery to 80% instead of 100%.
Mr. Koser stated he is looking for direction and this issue will
come back for a public hearing. He said he will bring schedules
with both existing and proposed fees.
Councilmember Peters stated she will not support raising flat
fees in those instances where nothing has changed as far as
administrative costs are concerned.
Mr. Koser stated the State Constitution prohibits the City from
charging more than it costs to provide service, and fees are
designed to recover costs on services benefitting either
individuals or businesses. He said 2.6% is an attempt to break
even, and hourly rates are related to situations encountered by
either the Fire Department or the Public Works Department.
Mayor Novak received consensus from Council on the recommended
strategy as a starting point.
No further action was taken on this item.
F. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 11:15 p.m.
Recorded by:
Bridgett Bauer
City Clerk
NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Special Meeting of the Morro Bay
City Council is hereby called to be held on Thursday, January 23,
1997 at 6:00 p.m. in the Morro Bay City Hall Conference Room, 595
Harbor Street, Morro Bay, California. Council will be conducting
interviews to fill vacancies on various City Advisory Boards and
Commissions.
DATED: January 17, 1997
• Bridgett B er, City Clerk
City of Mo o Bay, California
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MINUTES - MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL
SPECIAL MEETING - JANUARY 23, 1997
VETERANS MEMORIAL HALL - 6:00 P.M.
Mayor Novak called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
PRESENT: Cathy Novak
Rodger Anderson
Dave Elliott
William Peirce
Janice Peters
ABSENT: None
Mayor
Councilmember
Councilmember
Councilmember
Councilmember
STAFF: Dave Howell City Administrator
The City Council conducted a public meeting in order to interview
applicants to fill vacancies on the various City advisory boards
and commissions.
The interviews took place between 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.; Council
then discussed appointments based on the interviews, and made
the following appointments:
PLANNING COMMISSION
FJ
Ernest Berg
Stephen Carnes
Wallace McCray
RECREATION & PARKS COMMISSION
Johnny Munoz
Karen Robert
Leabah Winter
Smith Held
Dean Tyler
James Wood
The meeting adjourned at 11:05 p.m.
•
PUBLIC WORKS ADVISORY BOARD
John Butler
Bill Olson
Ann Patton
Steve Woodward
COMMUNITY PROMOTIONS COMMITTEE
Therese Vannier
John Woodruff
John Zaver
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City of Morro Bay
City Council Agenda
Mission Statement
The City of Morro Bay is dedicated to the preservation and enhancement of the quality of life. The City shall
be committed to this purpose and will provide a level of municipal service and safety consistent with
and responsive to the needs of the public.
REGULAR MEETING - JANUARY 13, 1997; 5:00 P.M.
CLOSED SESSION - JANUARY 13, 1997
CITY HALL CONFERENCE ROOM - 5:00 P.M.
595 HARBOR ST., MORRO BAY, CA
CS-1 GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9(A); CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL
COUNSEL REGARDING PENDING LITIGATION
♦ STATUS REPORT ON ALL PENDING LITIGATION. This is a report
on status and no action may be taken on any matter not
specifically listed. Council may request a specific matter
be agendized in the future for action.
♦ WALTON v. CITY OF MORRO BAY, San Luis Obispo Superior Court
Case Number CV 78992.
• CS-2 GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.8; REAL PROPERTY TRANSACTIONS
INSTRUCTING CITY'S REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR REGARDING THE
PRICE AND TERMS OF PAYMENT FOR THE PURCHASE, SALE, EXCHANGE,
OR LEASE OF REAL PROPERTY AS TO THREE (3) PARCELS.
♦ PROPERTY: LEASE SITE 68-68W; HARBOR CENTER
NEGOTIATING PARTIES: HARBOR DIRECTOR ON BEHALF OF CITY;
HELD FAMILY TRUST, LESSEE/BARBARA HAMILTON, PROPOSED
SUBLESSEE.
NEGOTIATIONS: APPROVAL OF SUBLEASE.
♦ PROPERTY: LEASE SITE 68-68W; HARBOR CENTER
NEGOTIATING PARTIES: HARBOR DIRECTOR ON BEHALF OF CITY;
HELD FAMILY TRUST, LESSEE/CRILL'S TAFFY NO. 2 AND POPPY'S,
RICHARD AND BARBARA STRASSEL, PROPOSED SUBLESSEES.
NEGOTIATIONS: APPROVAL OF SUBLEASE.
♦ PROPERTY: LEASE SITE 93-95/93W-95W; HARBOR HUT, INC.
NEGOTIATING PARTIES: HARBOR DIRECTOR ON BEHALF OF CITY;
GEORGE LEAGE, HARBOR HUT, INC., LESSEE.
NEGOTIATIONS: NEW 30-YEAR LEASE.
CS-3 GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956; PERSONNEL ISSUE
DISCUSSION REGARDING POSSIBLE SETTLEMENT IN THE WORKER'S
COMPENSATION CLAIM INVOLVING RETIRED POLICE OFFICER;
40 (WENZEL)
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PUBLIC SESSION - JANUARY 13, 1997
VETERANS MEMORIAL HALL - 6:00 P.M.
209 SURF ST., MORRO BAY, CA
ROLL CALL
PRAYER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBERS ANNOUNCEMENTS & PRESENTATIONS
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD - Members of the audience wishing to
address the Council on City business matters (other than Public
Hearing items under Section D) may do so at this time.
To increase the effectiveness of the Public Comment Period, the
following rules shall be followed:
♦ When recognized by the Mayor, please come forward to the
podium and state your name and address for the record.
Comments are to be limited to three minutes.
♦ All remarks shall be addressed to Council, as a whole, and
not to any individual member thereof.
♦ No person shall be permitted to make slanderous, profane or
personal remarks against any elected official, commission
and/or staff.
COUNCIL DECLARATION OF FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
A. CONSENT CALENDAR
Unless an item is pulled for separate action by the City Council,
the following actions are approved without discussion.
A-1 MINUTES FOR THE SPECIAL MEETING OF DECEMBER 3, 1996 AND THE
REGULAR MEETING OF DECEMBER 9, 1996 - (BAUER)
RECOMMENDATION: APPROVE AS SUBMITTED.
A-2 ANNUAL REPORT ON DESTINATION 2000 - (HOWELL)
RECOMMENDATION: RECEIVE REPORT.
A-3 RESOLUTION NO. 03-97 APPROVING SUBLEASE AGREEMENT ON LEASE
SITE 68-68W; BARBARA HAMILTON - (ALGERT)
RECOMMENDATION: APPROVE SUBLEASE.
A-4 RESOLUTION NOS. 04-97 AND 05-97 APPROVING SUBLEASE
AGREEMENTS FOR LEASE SITE 93-95/93W-95W - (ALGERT)
RECOMMENDATION: APPROVE SUBLEASE.
A-5 RESOLUTION NO. 06-97 APPROVING 30-YEAR LEASE AGREEMENT FOR
• LEASE SITE 122-123/122W-123W; HARBOR HUT, INC. - (ALGERT)
RECOMMENDATION: APPROVE LEASE AGREEMENT.
A-6 RESOLUTION NO. 02-97 ADOPTING EXEMPTION FROM CONGESTION
MANAGEMENT PROGRAM - (BOUCHER)
APPROVE AND INSTRUCT MAYOR TO SIGN EXEMPTION.
A-7 RESOLUTION NO. 01-97 ACCEPTING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS FOR NORTH
POINT SUBDIVISION; TRACT 2110 - (BOUCHER)
RECOMMENDATION: ACCEPT ON- AND OFF -SITE PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS.
A-8 RESOLUTION NO. 08-97 ACCEPTING THE CALIFORNIA COASTAL
COMMISSION MODIFICATIONS TO MORRO BAY LCP AMENDMENT 3-95 -
(NAUMAN)
RECOMMENDATION: ACCEPT MODIFICATIONS TO LCP AMENDMENT 3-95.
B. PUBLIC HEARINGS, REPORTS & APPEARANCES
B-1 REVIEW OF FEASIBILITY OF PUBLIC/PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP
CONCERNING HOTEL/ RESTAURANT PARKING DEVELOPMENT TO BENEFIT
DOWNTOWN AND EMBARCADERO - (NAUMAN)
• RECOMMENDATION: RECEIVE PRESENTATION AND PUBLIC INPUT, AND
DIRECT STAFF ACCORDINGLY.
B-2 ORDINANCE NO. 454 REVISING WEED ABATEMENT PROGRAM; FIRST
READING/INTRODUCTION - (JONES)
RECOMMENDATION: ADOPT ORDINANCE 454 BY TITLE AND NUMBER ONLY
FOR FIRST READING AND INTRODUCTION.
C. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
C-1 RESOLUTION NO. 07-97 ADOPTING SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATION FOR
FISCAL YEAR 1995/96 - (KOSER)
RECOMMENDATION: ADOPT SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATION FOR FISCAL
YEAR 1995/96.
D. NEW BUSINESS
D-1 REPORT ON PROPOSITION 218 IMPACTS ON CITY - (KOSER)
RECOMMENDATION: RECEIVE REPORT AND DIRECT STAFF ACCORDINGLY.
D-2 DISCUSSION OF REVISIONS TO PARKING STANDARDS; CHAPTER 17.44
OF THE MORRO BAY MUNICIPAL CODE - (ANDERSON)
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RECOMMENDATION: DISCUSS AND DIRECT STAFF ACCORDINGLY.
• E. ADJOURNMENT
THIS AGENDA IS SUBJECT TO AMENDMENT UP TO 72 HOURS
PRIOR TO THE DATE AND TIME SET FOR THE MEETING. PLEASE
REFER TO THE AGENDA POSTED AT CITY HALL FOR ANY
REVISIONS OR CALL THE CLERK'S OFFICE AT 772-6200 FOR
FURTHER INFORMATION.
COPIES OF STAFF REPORTS OR OTHER PUBLIC DOCUMENTATION
RELATING TO EACH ITEM OF BUSINESS REFERRED TO ON THIS
AGENDA ARE ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK AND
AVAILABLE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION AND REPRODUCTION AT
COST AT CITY HALL, LIBRARY, AND MILLS STATIONERY.
IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT,
IF YOU NEED SPECIAL ASSISTANCE TO PARTICIPATE IN A CITY
MEETING, PLEASE CONTACT THE CITY CLERK'S OFFICE AT
LEAST 24 HOURS PRIOR TO THE MEETING TO INSURE THAT
REASONABLE ARRANGEMENTS CAN BE MADE TO PROVIDE
ACCESSIBILITY TO THE MEETING.
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• MINUTES - MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL
CLOSED SESSION - JANUARY 13, 1997
CITY HALL CONFERENCE ROOM - 5:00 P.M.
Mayor Novak called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m.
PRESENT:
ABSENT:
STAFF
CLOSED SESSION
Cathy Novak
Rodger Anderson
Dave Elliott
William Peirce
Janice Peters
None
Dave Howell
David Hunt
Mayor
Councilmember
Councilmember
Councilmember
Councilmember
City Administrator
City Attorney
MOTION: Councilmember Peirce moved the meeting be adjourned to
Closed Session. The motion was seconded by
Councilmember Elliott and unanimously carried. (5-0)
Mayor Novak read the Closed Session statement.
CS-1 GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 5495.6_._9(A); CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL
• COUNSEL REGARDING PENDING LITIGATION
♦ STATUS REPORT ON ALL PENDING LITIGATION. This is a report
on status and no action may be taken on any matter not
specifically listed. Council may request a specific matter
be agendized in the future for action.
♦ WALTON v. CITY OF MORRO BAY, San Luis Obispo Superior Court
Case Number CV 78992.
CS-2 GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.8; REAL PROPERTY TRANSACTIONS
INSTRUCTING CITY'S REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR REGARDING THE
PRICE AND TERMS OF PAYMENT FOR THE PURCHASE, SALE, EXCHANGE,
OR LEASE OF REAL PROPERTY AS TO THREE (3) PARCELS.
♦ PROPERTY: LEASE SITE 68-68W; HARBOR CENTER
NEGOTIATING PARTIES: HARBOR DIRECTOR ON BEHALF OF CITY;
HELD FAMILY TRUST, LESSEE/BARBARA HAMILTON, PROPOSED
SUBLESSEE.
NEGOTIATIONS: APPROVAL OF SUBLEASE.
♦ PROPERTY: LEASE SITE 68-68W; HARBOR CENTER
NEGOTIATING PARTIES: HARBOR DIRECTOR ON BEHALF OF CITY;
HELD FAMILY TRUST, LESSEE/CRILL'S TAFFY NO. 2 AND POPPY'S,
RICHARD AND BARBARA STRASSEL, PROPOSED SUBLESSEES.
NEGOTIATIONS: APPROVAL OF SUBLEASE.
•
• ♦ PROPERTY: LEASE SITE 93-95/93W-95W; HARBOR HUT, INC.
NEGOTIATING PARTIES: HARBOR DIRECTOR ON BEHALF OF CITY;
GEORGE LEAGE, HARBOR HUT, INC., LESSEE.
NEGOTIATIONS: NEW 30-YEAR LEASE.
CS-3 GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956; PERSONNEL ISSUE
DISCUSSION REGARDING POSSIBLE SETTLEMENT IN THE WORKER'S
COMPENSATION CLAIM INVOLVING RETIRED POLICE OFFICER;
(WENZEL)
The meeting adjourned to Closed Session at 5:00 p.m. and returned
to regular session at 5:55 p.m.
MOTION: Councilmember Elliott moved the meeting be adjourned.
The motion was seconded by Councilmember Peters and
unanimously carried. (5-0)
The meeting adjourned at 5:55 p.m.
MINUTES - MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING - JANUARY 13, 1997
VETERANS MEMORIAL HALL - 6:00 P.M.
Mayor Novak called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
PRESENT: Cathy Novak
Rodger Anderson
Dave Elliott
William Peirce
Janice Peters
ABSENT: None
STAFF: Dave Howell
David Hunt
Rick Algert
Bridgett Bauer
Bill Boucher
Jeff Jones
Jim Koser
Joe Loven
Andrea Lueker
Shauna Nauman
Mayor
Councilmember
Councilmember
Councilmember
Councilmember
City Administrator
City Attorney
Harbor Director
City Clerk
Public Works Director
Fire Chief
Finance Director
Police Chief
Recreation and Parks Director
Interim Planning Director
Invocation led by Pastor David Grinder of the E1 Morro Church of
the Nazarene.
Councilmember Anderson led the Pledge of Allegiance.
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• Mayor Novak shared a "Thought for the Day".
MAYOR'S REPORTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
City Attorney David Hunt noted actions taken in Closed Session
should be reported under the Brown Act. He reported $30,000 will
be paid to settle a Worker's Compensation claim for Bonnie
Wenzel, as the result of a 5-0 vote.
Mayor Novak presented Councilmember Peters with a Certificate of
Appointment to the City Council.
Mayor Novak presented Harbor Patrolmen Tom Kellerman and Mark
Dorman with Certificates of Appreciation for their heroic efforts
in the rescue of Barry Toole when his boat, the Rhonda Lynn, sank
between Morro and Constantine rocks on December 14, 1996.
Mayor Novak made the following announcements:
A Teen Kick Out was held recently at the Community Center for 101
seventh and eighth graders. She said the gathering will be held
monthly to provide teen entertainment.
The agenda format has been changed to provide more information.
Fire Chief Jeff Jones has been accepted to the Fire Chiefs
• Association.
The Police Department has received a $4,000 grant to purchase
equipment for the Police Explorer Program.
Police Department volunteers are commended for offering rides
home to people on New Year's Eve.
Councilmember Peters announced a second public meeting will be
held regarding PEG access Channel 54; she attended the first
meeting and asked to be Council liaison. Councilmember Peters
stated she attended the Foundation for Community Design
Conference on January llth which was very informative; she quoted
some of the speakers.
Councilmember Anderson announced he has been trying to obtain
information on the Highway 1 closure, which is resulting in a
negative financial impact on the City. He encouraged citizens to
contact their representatives and express their concerns.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Jeff Odell presented Council with copies of both the California
and United States Constitutions. He noted these documents kept
him out of a lot of trouble when he was a Councilmember.
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PAGE 4
• Ric Deschler stated the speed limit on Highway 1 has been
increased to 65 mph, which is contrary to safety issues raised by
the City; he asked the Council to investigate the negative
consequences of this action.
Peggy Koteen, Atheists United of SLO, spoke against opening
Council meetings with invocations because of separation of church
and state issues.
Nancy Bast stated controversial issues continue to be placed on
the Consent Calendar, such as Item A-5 (Resolution No. 06-97
Approving 30-Year Lease Agreement for Lease Site 122-123W; Harbor
Hut, Inc.) . She said the award of this lease is a reward for
campaign support, because of low rent and long terms. Ms. Bast
also noted the three -minute rule for public comment stifles
public participation.
Mayor Novak responded Consent Calendar Item A-5 will be pulled
from the agenda.
Chris Bates, Blue Heron Terrace resident, addressed CUP 18-94/CDP
31-94, which is a request to build a third level on the side of
Black Hill to enlarge the mobilehome park. She said there were
several stipulations for final approval and those have not been
met. Ms. Bates stated the owner has not paid his share of the
new driveway, and existing discrepancies have not been corrected.
• She said Cannon Associates surveyed the upper level area in 1995,
but the study is not available to the public. Ms. Bates noted
both the Planning Commission and Fire Department have expressed
concern about fire equipment entrance and egress. She said
tenants have petitioned the Planning Commission to stop the
planned development, as the area is subject to slides and
insurance is not available.
Harold Halakinan provided a few quotes regarding separation of
church and state and expressed his disapproval of opening
prayers.
Colby Crotzer expressed his opposition to opening prayers stating
public prayers indicate insensitivity to minority opinions. He
requested Council supply a public agenda packet at Garner's
Office Supply. Mr. Crotzer stated large in -kind political
contributions lend the appearance of impropriety, and he
suggested public trust lands be open to public bidding.
Roz Rogoff expressed her concern about the Highway 1 closure to
the north, and she hopes Council can pressure authorities to
repair the area quickly. She said all the local communities
should band together because of potential loss of tourist trade.
Ms. Rogoff stated an organization is forming to take over Channel
54 and other City public communications, and she urged citizens
• to attend the public meetings.
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PAGE 5
• Mayor Novak stated the Caltrans director attended the SLOCOG
meeting last week and said the closed area is in Monterey County
and is too dangerous to investigate at this time.
Bob Ladd spoke in opposition to opening Council meetings with
Christian prayer as it is a violation of the State Constitution.
Wallace McCray encouraged citizens to contact the Public Works
Department regarding the "Adopt -a -Tree" Program.
Harry Rogers stated prayer is not religion but invocation and
this City could use a miracle.
Margie George requested Consent Calendar Items A-4 and A-5 be
pulled from the Consent Calendar. She said a court hearing on
these issues will be held in Los Angeles on February 3rd. Ms.
George stated the City Attorney's opinion in these issues is
erroneous.
Mayor Novak closed the hearing to public comment.
DECLARATION OF FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS - NONE.
A. CONSENT CALENDAR
Unless an item is pulled for separate action by the City Council,
the following actions are approved without discussion.
A-1 MINUTES FOR THE SPECIAL MEETING OF DECEMBER 3, 1996 AND THE
REGULAR MEETING OF DECEMBER 9, 1996 - (BAUER)
Mr. Howell recommended Council approve the minutes as submitted.
A-2 ANNUAL REPORT ON DESTINATION 2000 - (HOWELL)
Mr. Howell recommended Council receive the report.
A-3 RESOLUTION NO. 03-97 APPROVING SUBLEASE AGREEMENT ON LEASE
SITE 68-68W; BARBARA HAMILTON - (ALGERT)
Mr. Howell recommended Council approve Resolution No. 03-97.
A-4 RESOLUTION NOS. 04-97 AND 05-97 APPROVING SUBLEASE
AGREEMENTS FOR LEASE SITE 93-95/93W-95W - (ALGERT)
Mr. Howell recommended Council approve Resolution Nos. 04-97 and
05-97.
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• A-5 RESOLUTION NO. 06-97 APPROVING 30-YEAR LEASE AGREEMENT FOR
LEASE SITE 122-123/122W-123W; HARBOR HUT, INC. - (ALGERT)
Mr. Howell recommended Council pull this item from the agenda.
A-6 RESOLUTION NO. 02-97 ADOPTING EXEMPTION FROM CONGESTION
MANAGEMENT PROGRAM - (BOUCHER)
Mr. Howell recommended Council approve and instruct Mayor to sign
the exemption.
A-7 RESOLUTION NO. 01-97 ACCEPTING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS FOR NORTH
POINT SUBDIVISION; TRACT 2110 - (BOUCHER)
Mr. Howell recommended Council approve Resolution No. 01-97.
A-8 RESOLUTION NO. 08-97 ACCEPTING THE CALIFORNIA COASTAL
COMMISSION MODIFICATIONS TO MORRO BAY LCP AMENDMENT 3-95 -
(NAUMAN)
Mr. Howell recommended Council approve Resolution No. 08-97.
Councilmember Peters pulled Item A-2.
Mayor Novak pulled Items A-4 and A-5.
MOTION: Mayor Novak moved the City Council approve the Consent
Calendar with the exceptions of Items A-2, A-4, and A-
5. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Peters and
unanimously carried. (5-0)
A-2 ANNUAL REPORT ON DESTINATION 2000 - (HOWELL)
Councilmember Peters stated most of Destination 2000 goals are
being actively pursued. She said only the industry section is
lagging, and more outreach is needed to attract small industries.
MOTION: Councilmember Peters moved the City Council approve the
Annual Report on Destination 2000. The motion was
seconded by Councilmember Anderson and unanimously
carried. (5-0)
A-4 RESOLUTION NOS. 04-97 AND 05-97 APPROVING SUBLEASE
AGREEMENTS FOR LEASE SITE 93-95/93W-95W - (ALGERT)
Councilmember Anderson stated he is stepping down from action on
this item as the property is next to his parents' lease site.
MOTION: Mayor Novak moved the City Council approve Resolution
Nos. 04-97 and 05-97 approving sublease agreements for
Lease Site 93-95/93W-95W. The motion was seconded by
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Councilmember Elliott and unanimously carried. (4-0-1)
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• Councilmember Peters asked City Attorney David Hunt for
clarification on Ms. George's statement regarding his opinion on
this matter.
City Attorney David Hunt responded a motion has been filed to
hear this case in Bankruptcy Court in February, and it is his
opinion there is no merit to the George's arguments.
Councilmember Anderson resumed his seat with the City Council.
B. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
B-1 REVIEW OF FEASIBILITY OF PUBLIC/PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP
CONCERNING HOTEL/RESTAURANT PARKING DEVELOPMENT TO BENEFIT
DOWNTOWN AND EMBARCADERO - (NAUMAN)
Acting Planning Director Shauna Nauman introduced Jesse Norris,
owner of Brannigan's Reef and the parking lot across from Dorn's
Restaurant, Brannigan's Reef Restaurant, and the parking lot
behind Breakers Motel. Mr. Norris stated he was contacted by the
City to see if a partnership could be formed to provide parking
for both the Embarcadero and downtown. He introduced Rob Strong
of Strong Planning Services and Jerry Hempenius.
Mr. Strong presented a concept for a public/private partnership
• for a project which would reconfigure on -street parking, narrow
travel lanes, and require reconstruction of existing curbs,
gutters and sidewalks. He also proposed an underground parking
garage which would approximately double the existing 111 parking
spaces located on city streets. Mr. Strong noted his
presentation is intended as a conceptual discussion, and there
are no fiscal impacts at this time.
Mr. Hempenius addressed Council regarding the potential of a
conference center which would include motel rooms and a
restaurant.
Councilmember Peters asked if geological studies have been
performed.
Mr. Strong responded there have not been site -specific geology
studies, but other bluff studies indicate a stable area
underneath. He said there is a full-scale set of plans at the
Community Development Department, and the elevation on Market
Avenue to the platform will require 14 feet clearance. Mr.
Strong stated the total height would be 34 feet from Market
Avenue, and noted closure of Market Avenue would drop the
elevation to 14 feet.
Councilmember Anderson asked Fire Chief Jeff Jones about the use
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Chief Jones responded Market Avenue can be eliminated as a Fire
Department response route.
Councilmember Anderson stated there is potential harm to Breakers
Motel, and asked if there could just be one floor of hotel rooms.
Mr. Strong responded 50 units is marginally feasible, but
placement of 100 rooms is flexible. He said more rooms could be
placed on the inland side, but they would not be as desirable as
view rooms.
Councilmember Anderson stated he has been pushing hard for a long
time to gain more parking, and he would be willing to trade a
moderate increase in height for additional parking. He suggested
perhaps two-story units could face the parking lot and one-story
units could face Breakers.
Mr. Hempenius stated there are economies of scale in hotel
operation and 50 units probably would not make the grade, as
there is quite a bit of infrastructure to develop. He said
conference room facilities and an on -site restaurant will require
100 plus units, and there is the possibility of franchising the
hotel.
Councilmember Peirce stated the idea of providing parking close
to the Embarcadero without looking like a parking structure is
innovative and interesting.
Councilmember Peters stated she would be more amendable if the
front level was reduced with hotel rooms in the back. She said
the back building on Market Avenue would have the premium view,
because Brannigan's blocks the view at this time. Councilmember
Peters stated the additional hotel units should be placed behind
the unit facing west on Market, and both the City's and
applicants' goals would be achieved.
Mayor Novak opened the hearing to public comment.
Harry Rogers stated civic leaders who are pulling their towns out
of poor financial straits are open-minded, aggressive, and
imaginative in creating revenues from out-of-town tax dollars.
He said towns who get ahead in the future will do so because of
projects such as this, and he believes Council is on the right
track by presentation to the public in the early stages.
Anne Patton stated she appreciates hearing about this project
early so there will be no surprises. She said she feels this
project can be a link between Old Town and the Embarcadero, and
applauded the developers for their approach.
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• Walter Craig stated the concept is extremely positive and
intellectualism has arrived. He said he would like the planner to
present some three-dimensional graphics for the public to more
easily understand. Mr. Craig stated he particularly likes the
idea of incorporating Old Town with the Embarcadero.
Ric Deschler stated this was a great deal of information
presented in a brief moment. He feels it would be beneficial to
schedule another public hearing after the newspaper publishes
some concept drawings and information about this project.
Meredith Bates addressed the convention center idea, stating she
would like a community media center with a theater, computers,
and citizen productions.
Mayor Novak closed the hearing to public comment.
Councilmember Elliott stated it is about time the community
thinks ahead, and more parking along with a conference center are
facilities the City has lacked for a long time. He said the link
to downtown and Morro Bay Boulevard is key, but he does question
excess height and City costs.
Councilmember Anderson stated he is excited about the project,
and it sounds as if there can be compromises concerning the
height issue. He feels linking Embarcadero and Old Town and
• parking solutions are both important assets.
Councilmember Peters envisioned the plaza area in Monterey which
links its downtown to the wharf, and she thought how beneficial
it would be to do the same type of project here.
Mayor Novak stated further exploration is desirable.
No further action was taken on this item.
B-2 ORDINANCE NO. 454 REVISING WEED ABATEMENT PROGRAM; FIRST
READING/INTRODUCTION - (JONES)
Fire Chief Jeff Jones reviewed the revisions to the Weed
Abatement Program which will streamline the existing process and
allow the Fire Department to choose from two different
enforcement tools to abate weeds and rubbish within the City. He
said it will also reduce the overall impact of weed abatement to
property owners by eliminating the requirement to remove cut
material from the cleared lots, and by defining parameters for
cutting large lots. Chief Jones stated this revised program will
place the ultimate responsibility onto the property owner,
allowing for citation in the event someone fails to abate their
hazard. He recommended the City Council approve these revisions
by adopting Ordinance No. 454 for first reading and introduction.
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Councilmember Elliott stated the issue covers more than weeds and
includes rubbish, flammable materials, and more. He asked if
residences with the first floor stacked high with litter, debris,
and newspapers stacked high on the outside are also under
discussion.
Chief Jones responded this ordinance will roll all those items
into one, and enforcement has been accomplished through the fire
code and individual letters. He said all properties are affected,
but this is no different from procedures already conducted.
Councilmember Elliott stated weed abatement, in the past, is
something the Fire Department went out and looked for. He said
he is referring to properties which would be referred on a
complaint basis.
Chief Jones replied the department responds on a complaint basis,
and weed abatement notices will be included with water bills. He
said the department's overall goal is to reduce fire hazards.
Councilmember Elliott stated this is a safety issue, and the
focus is shifting from getting the work done to issuing citations
and going to court. He said more time will pass between first
notice issuance and a court decision, and he is concerned about
the safety issue.
• Chief Jones responded 600 letters were sent in 1996, and 47 lots
were abated. He said the big motivator is providing the assessor
with charges by a date certain, and there is little opportunity
to work directly with property owners. Chief Jones stated the
existing system will be left intact and citations added as a
preferred option, which allows the department something to fall
back on in case of an owner's refusal to comply.
Councilmember Elliott asked how these cases would be handled by
the courts.
Chief Jones responded citations would be handled like
infractions.
Councilmember Anderson stated the ordinance refers primarily to
vacant lots which require annual mowing, and those lots do not
receive water bills.
Chief Jones responded water bills will handle improved property
and the department will furnish notices to vacant lot owners.
Councilmember Anderson asked if the letters will contain the same
information as they have in the past.
Chief
Jones
responded
a list
of
contractors will be provided,
.
along
with a
date the
work has
to
be completed.
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WCouncilmember Anderson asked about the 30c overhead savings.
Chief Jones responded the 30o is lost not saved, because lots cut
by the City's contractor gain a 300- administrative fee on top of
other charges. He said this revenue will be lost; however, this
approach will be more user-friendly and less labor intensive for
staff.
Councilmember Anderson asked if the fee could still be levied if
the lot owner does not comply.
Chief Jones answered affirmatively.
Councilmember Peirce asked if property owners will save money
because they will be required to perform the work.
Chief Jones replied City -hired contractors are bonded and insured
and required to cut lots to City standards, and there is little
enforcement for non -City hired contractors, and in many cases
cuttings have been left on the lots. He said the issue of how
expensive City contractors are will come before Council in the
near future, and the Fire Department will be removed from the
landscaping business and into the position of placing
responsibility on property owners.
Mayor Novak stated it has been difficult in the past to set the
prices between City and non -City contractors. She opened the
hearing to public comment.
Lila Milneck stated bid packages used to go out for City
contractors, and she asked if this would no longer be the case.
Mayor Novak responded vacant lot owners would be furnished with a
list of contractors, but it would be the City's last resort to
hire a contractor.
Mayor Novak closed the hearing to public comment. She stated the
first option would not require any kind of bid process, and a
contractor would cut the weeds only when an owner refuses to take
action.
Councilmember Anderson stated the proposed revisions will allow
lot owners to find less expensive contractors.
Councilmember Elliott stated this method is cleaner and much more
streamlined, and the work will get done much faster. He said it
is clear notice will be given, there is an appeal process to
Council, and then a citation will be issued.
Councilmember Peters stated this
method
is
more efficient and
retains Fire Department ability to
remove
fire
hazards.
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Councilmember Peirce stated the City should not be in the mowing
business.
Mayor Novak stated this is a major step in the right direction
and the Fire Department will be more user-friendly.
MOTION: Councilmember Anderson moved the City Council read
Ordinance 454 by title and number only, approve the
first reading of Ordinance 454, and direct staff to
return the matter to the January 27, 1997 City Council
meeting for second reading and adoption. The motion
was seconded by Councilmember Elliott and unanimously
carried. (5-0)
City Administrator Dave Howell read Ordinance 454 by title and
number only.
Mayor Novak called for a break at 7:50 p.m.; the hearing resumed
at 8:08 p.m.
C. NEW BUSINESS
C-1 RESOLUTION NO. 07-97 ADOPTING SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATION FOR
FISCAL YEAR 1995/96 - (KOSER)
Finance Director Jim Koser stated Resolution No. 07-97 will
correct a technical flaw noted in the Fiscal Year 1995/96 audit
report. He noted the funds in question have been expended or
received as revenue in the prior year and no additional future
spending will be authorized by the approval of this resolution.
Mayor Novak stated great leaps forward toward correcting previous
problems have been taken, and the new computer system will make
tracking easier.
MOTION: Councilmember Peirce moved the City Council approve
Resolution No. 07-97 adopting supplemental
appropriation for Fiscal Year 1995/96. The motion was
seconded by Councilmember Elliott and unanimously
carried. (5-0)
Councilmember Peters noted she discussed this matter with Mr.
Koser in detail, and all errors were procedural; however, this is
a wake-up call for department heads to make sure all items go
into the proper funds. She said audit problems are created when
department heads wait until the end of the fiscal year to make
corrections. Councilmember Peters stated Council should specify
fund allocation in the conditions, so placement is correct.
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Councilmember Elliott stated proper allocation is an
administrative function. He said it is fortunate this is a small
community, otherwise the situation may never have been uncovered.
Councilmember Elliott stated there were a lot of unanticipated
expenses, and he feels City personnel are doing an outstanding
job. He said the City should be praised for catching errors, and
it is unfortunate the public perceived wrongdoing.
D. PUBLIC HEARINGS. REPORTS & APPEARANCES
D-1 REPORT ON PROPOSITION 218 IMPACTS ON CITY - (KOSER)
Finance Director Jim Koser reviewed the potential impacts which
may be imposed by the passage of Proposition 218 which places new
restrictions on local government's ability to raise revenues and
respond efficiently to changes in local service requirements.
City Attorney David Hunt stated this City is fortunate to be in a
very strong legal position with respect to Proposition 218 and
the legal risk is absolutely minimal. He said Proposition 218
was passed to close loopholes which were sought out and created
for City finances post -Proposition 13. Mr. Hunt stated
Proposition 218 language is aimed at larger cities who created
fees for special funds and then borrowed against them to operate
general funds.
• Mayor Novak asked Mr. Koser about emergency situations requiring
a unanimous approval by the governing body to permit an election
in an off year.
Mr. Koser responded this is a gray area not addressed by the text
of Proposition 218. He said an emergency would exist if all
members of the Council agreed it did.
Mr. Hunt said emergency should be defined as it is in other
places in the general laws of the State. He said a major
catastrophic event would constitute an emergency.
Councilmember Elliott stated Proposition 218 passed because
governments find sources of revenue and do not call them taxes.
He stated the public needs to understand necessary City costs,
and Council needs to be straightforward in its communication with
the public.
Councilmember Peters asked Mr. Koser about the downgrading of
municipal bonds and its effect on Morro Bay.
Mr. Koser responded there will be an impact on every city. He
said investors perceive a greater risk and will want to be
compensated for the risk. He noted higher interest rates will
result from this downgrade, and all cities and taxpayers will pay
directly or indirectly.
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MOTION: Councilmember Peters moved the City Council accept the
report on Proposition 218 impacts on the City. The
motion was seconded by Councilmember Anderson and
unanimously carried. (5-0)
D-2 DISCUSSION OF REVISIONS TO PARKING STANDARDS; CHAPTER 17.44
OF THE MORRO BAY MUNICIPAL CODE - (ANDERSON)
Councilmember Anderson stated he requested to revisit the
Embarcadero parking situation. He said the previous Council
chose to try a voluntary approach to the problem, which entailed
notifying Embarcadero businesses to ask their employees to free
up spaces. Councilmember Anderson noted this approach has not
been very successful.
Mayor Novak stated there are other issues besides parking time
limits, and it is necessary to look into future planning, such as
vacant lots used as satellite parking and more trolley service.
Councilmember Anderson stated he is still waiting for the Parking
Master Plan, which has been in the works for the past 20 years.
He agrees long-range planning is necessary; however, he would
like to look at all the issues, and pull out certain ones which
need action and put others on the back burner.
• Councilmember Elliott stated all the issues should be examined
together, and the proposed Norris project may provide some
solutions. He understands Councilmember Anderson's concern is
more immediate, but he does not want to provide piecemeal
solutions.
Councilmember Peirce stated simple solutions include parking
meters or time limits, but band -aid approaches will result in
much opposition. He said he would rather look at the whole
concept, and the parking issue is one of how and where.
Mayor Novak requested staff provide the revised Chapter 17.44 to
Council so the revisions can be studied.
No further action was taken on this item.
F.
Mayor Novak adjourned the meeting to Closed Session at 9:05 p.m.
Recorded by:
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Bridget Bauer
City Clerk