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AGENDA - MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
June 23, 1980, 7:30 P.M.
Morro Bay Recreation Hall
Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Invocation - Father Buckley
A. CONSENT CALENDAR
A-1 Resolution 55-80, Approval of 1980-81 Budget for North Coastal
Transit Authority. (RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
A-2 Resolution 56-80, Public Phones Agreement. (RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
A-3 Resolution 57-80, Approval of Agreement No. 5287-V with Caltrans.
(RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
A-4 Resolution 58-80, Award of Contract to R. Baker Incorporated
for Storm Drain Projects. (RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
A-5 Expenditure Report for Month of May, 1980. (RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
A-6 Approval of Animal Regulation Contract. (RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
A-7 Resolution No. 54-80, which would give the City the option to
consolidate their election with the state's. (RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
A-8 Resolution 60-80,'Approval of Bid Award for Copy Machines.
(RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
B. NEW BUSINESS
B-1 Consideration of a Use Permit and Environmental Determination.
This would allow an observation deck, wharfside and public
hoist to be constructed at the Marina Street End. (RECOMMEND
APPROVAL)
C. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
C-1 Ordinance No. 178, revising parking, driveway, and loading
regulations. Second reading.
C-2 Ordinance No. 179, an ordinance amending Section 15.04.150
of the Morro Bay Municipal Code Redefining Vessels of a
commercial nature. First reading.
C-3 Ordinance No. 180, an ordinance amending Chapter 15.32 of
the Morro Bay Municipal Code to Add a New Section 15.32.020
Establishing a City Dockage Waiting List and Requirements
Therefor. First reading.
D. PUBLIC HEARINGS, APPEARANCES AND REPORTS
D-1 8:00 P.M. NUISANCE ABATEMENT HEARING. Bob's Morro Bay
Sunland Service Station located on Morro Bay. Boulevard.
D-2 8:30 P.M. NEGATIVE DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
RE: COLEMAN PARK
D-3 9:00'P.M. REVENUE SHARING HEARING.
D-4 9:30'P.M. BUDGET HEARING FOR OPERATING AND CAPITAL BUDGETS.
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D. PUBLIC HEARING, APPEARANCES AND REPORTS - CONTINUED
D-5 MORRO BAY GARBAGE RATE INCREASE. This item has been rescheduled
for the July 14, 1980 hearing at the request of Morro Bay
Garbage, Inc.
D-6 NACIMIENTO - WHALE ROCK WATER EXCHANGE
D-7 USE PERMIT - POP'S ROADRUNNERS SOFTBALL TEAM
D-8 RECOMMENDATION FROM PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION REGARDING
ION FROM
TION COMMISSION REGARD
D-10 RECOMMENDATION FROM PARKS AND RECREATION
E. INDIVIDUAL DETERMINATION AND/OR ACTION
E-1 City Council
E-2 City Attorney
E-3 City Administrator
REGARDING
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JUNE 23, 1980, 7:30
Morro Bay Recreation
CITY COUNCIL
P.M.
Hall
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Dorn at 7:30 P.M. Al Olson, Chief of
Police, led the Pledge of Allegiance. Father Buckley gave the invocation.
ROLL CALL
Present: Councilmen Anderson, Lemons, Mayor Dorn
Absent: None
STAFF PRESENT
Donald F. Guluzzy, City Administrator
Michael T. LeSage, City Attorney
John Bressan, Public Services Director
Keith Gurnee, Community Development Director
Tom McGonagill, Director of Administrative Services
Ann McKibbin, Administrative Assistant
Bonita Murray, Deputy City Clerk
Al Olson, Police Chief
Mary Sanders, Acting Recreation Director
Bernie Zerr, Fire Chief
A. CONSENT CALENDAR
A-1 Resolution 55-80, Approval of 1980-81 Budget for North Coastal Transit
Authority. (RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
A-2 Resolution 56-80, Public Phones Agreement. (RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
A-3 Resolution 57-80, Approval of Agreement No..5287-V with Caltrans.
(RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
A-4 Resolution 58-80, Award of Contract to R. Baker Incorporated for Storm
Drain Projects. (RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
A-5 Expenditure Report for Month of May, 1980. (RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
A-6 Approval of Animal Regulation Contract. (RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
A-7 Resolution No. 54-80, which would ive the City the option to,consol.idate
their election with the States: RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
A-8 Resolution 60-80, Approval of Bid Award for Copy Machines. (RECOMMEND
APPROVAL)
Donald F. Guluzzy read the Consent Calendar for the council members.
MOTION: Councilman Lemons moved that items A-1 through A-8 of
the Consent Calendar be approved. The motion was
seconded by Councilman Anderson and carried unanimously
by roll call vote.
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NEW BUSINESS
B-1 CONSIDERATION OF A USE PERMIT AND ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION. This would
allow an observation deck, wharfside and public hoist to be constructed
at the Marina Street End. (RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
Keith Gurnee gave a review of the area and the project under discussion.
It is the Council's responsibility to grant a use permit for this project
because it is in the PD zone and to either grant a negative declaration
status for this project saying it doesn't require any environmental impact
or to require an environmental impact report. Staff is recommending that
the Council grant the use permit and the negative declaration status.
The Planning Commission heard this and they granted the use permit for the
public wharf and observation deck. The Council makes the decision to
grant a use permit for the public hoist if an appropriate plan to manage
the hoist could be found. The Harbor Committee has met and considered a
draft of guidelines for management of the hoist that was presented by
the Harbor Master, which was adopted. This will not only give the
commercial fishermen a hoist that they need, but it will attract tourists
and create additional business for the City.
Several people from the community opposed the site of this hoist --Dale
Mitchell, Wes Jackson, Norman Knowles, Bertha Tyler and others --because
of the potential traffic impacts and possible oil spills from hoisting
enginesat this location which could pollute the water and harm the fish
aquarium that is located next to this proposed hoist. Wes Jackson felt
that it wasn't right to unload fish at this point since other companies
in the area pay the City for this privilege.
Those in favor of the proposal who spoke at this meeting were Ron Baker,
Curt Smith, Ed Ewing, Bob White, Jim Matala, Paul Deason, Ted Manard and
others from the'community. These individuals stressed the need for a
hoist in this area. It would increase the tourist trade, and oil spills
won't be much of a problem since only one to two engines would need to
be hoisted per.month. This proposed hoist would be away from the slips
and easily accessible for the fishermen. Fishermen are also fined for
any oil spills; therefore, they are very careful in this regard.
Steve Hamilton of the Coast Guard mentioned that oil spills in Morro Bay
were minimal. This is a very clean bay and the average fisherman runs a
clean operation. He suggested that a tarp can be put down between the
boat and dock while the engine or equipment is being hoisted from the
boat to the dock. This would eliminate any possibility of oil '
accidentally spilling in the bay.
Councilman Rodger Anderson said he is in favor of a hoist to be used
legally according to the law. However, he would like to be in the best
possible place. He suggested a city leased site, 50 and 50W, that have
never been used for anything. This is located next to the Tidelands
litigation agreement. He stressed that we do need a hoist and it is
not a last ditch effort. If a new site is proposed, we can apply for
another grant.
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Keith Gurnee said the Council either have to approve the public hoist and
wharf or you have to deny this and reapply for another grant at some future
date whenever the grants are opened up for bid again. This wouldn't be
until October. Keith(v also read the nine rules for operation and management
of the hoist that were approved by the Harbor Advisory Committee. He also
stated that least sites 50 and 50=W at the north end of the proposed Tidelands
Park project were too small and narrow for a workable dock and hoist.
Keith mentioned that we won't know if the grants will be accepted until the
second week in August.
MOTION: Councilman Lemons moved that the Council grant a•use permit
for the observation deck, wharfside and public hoist to be constructed
at the Marina Street End, grant a negative declaration status to the
project, and advise the Harbor Advisory Board to study the possibility
of other sites for placement of a public hoist, including lease sites
50 and 5OW and report back to Council on the feasibility of this. The
motion was seconded by Councilman Anderson and carried unanimously by
roll call vote.
C. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
C-1 ORDINANCE NO. 178, REVISING PARKING, DRIVEWAY AND LOADING REGULATIONS.
Second Reading.
Keith Gurnee went over the regulations as they now stand; a studio
apartment requires one parking space per unit; one or more bedrooms
requires 1.5 parking spaces per unit.
Councilman Lemons was concerned about the mechanics of when an elderly
housing development were to be changed to another use. Keith Gurnee
stated that to convert an elderly housing development into another use
would require a use permit.
MOTION: Councilman Anderson moved that Ordinance No. 178, revising
parking, driveway and loading regulations on the second
reading be approved. Councilman Lemons seconded this and
it was passed unanimously by roll call vote and so ordered.
C-2 ORDINANCE NO. 179, AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 15.04.150 OF THE MORRO
BAY MUNICIPAL CODE REDEFINING VESSELS OF A COMMERCIAL NATURE. First
Reading.
Considerable discussion on this ordinance was given by members of the
community --Geroge Snyder, Albert C. Molster (who submitted a written
statement for the record), Clyde McNair, Hank Adams, Ron Baker, Jim
Matlow, Mary Garrison, and Gerald MacSpadden. The main comments given
were (1) the smaller fishermen who.actually live in the community
should be given preference as they are supporting the community; (2)
they did not feel a monetary value gave a fair representation since
there are various factors which can interfere with a good year of
fishing; (3) the $10,000 minimum was questioned because people with
fixed incomes may not be able trrmake this amount but still be
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self-sufficient; (4) some were in favor of the $10,000 minimum since
it was felt anything less than this amount usually means you are not
solvent after all expenses are considered; (5) it was suggested that
side -ties could be used as an alternative to slips.
Councilman Lemons felt that new criteria should be established to
define a commercial vessel.
MOTION: Councilman Anderson moved that staff work out new require-
ments defining a commercial vessel and report back to
Council at the August 25 meeting. This was seconded by
Councilman Lemons and unanimously passed.
There was considerable discussion on the need for additional slips.
MOTION: Councilman Lemons moved that the City build the slips with
monies already in the budget, which are needed. Mayor Dorn seconded
the motion and it was so carried on a roll call vote.
C-3 ORDINANCE NO. 180, AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 15.32 OF THE MORRO
BAY MUNICIPAL CODE TO ADD A NEW SECTION 15.32.020 ESTABLISHING A CITY
DOCKAGE WAITING LIST AND•REQUIREMENTS THEREOF. First Reading.
Even though Councilman Lemons did not have any objections to this
ordinance, he felt it should not be passed until Ordinance No. 179
has been approved. This was agreed upon by all present.
D. PUBLIC HEARINGS, APPEARANCES AND REPORTS
D-1 NUISANCE ABATEMENT HEARING, BOB'S MORRO BAY SUNLAND SERVICE STATION
LOCATED ON MORRO BAY BOULEVARD.
Keith Gurnee recommended to Council that this matter be rescheduled
to the first meeting in July, which the Council agreed on.
D-2 NEGATIVE DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT RE: COLEMAN PARK.
John Bressan said this was a routine request in that staff is asking
Council to declare a negative declaration on the wind blown sand in the
area and a buffer zone of 40 feet to the north and 35 feet to the west
as a negative impact on the environment. This has been done twice in
1977 when permits were received from the State Lands Commission. John
went over the proposal and all the effects it will have. If this
is not done, we will lose one of the parks within the City.
Lila Keiser said a lot of people use this park and enjoy it. Since the
City has spent a lot of money on this park, she would hate to see it
wasted.
MOTION: Councilman Lemons moved that Resolution No. 59-80 granting a
negative declaration on Coleman Park be approved. The motion
was seconded by Councilman Anderson.
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D-3 REVENUE SHARING HEARING.
Don Guluzzy mentioned that this hearing is required by federal law.
We held a hearing on the only money we are anticipating receiving in
1980-81, which is $34,500. Staff proposes to use this money, as it
has been used in the last three years, in the Capital Project -
Wastewater Treatment Plant.
MOTION: Councilman Lemons moved that the $34,500 in revenue sharing
funds be put in the Capital Improvement Budget for the Wastewater
Treatment Plant. This motion was seconded by Councilman Anderson
and so carried by roll call vote.
D-4 BUDGET HEARING FOR OPERATING AND CAPITAL BUDGETS.
Don Guluzzy highlighted the changes in the budget. It is now up to
Council to make the determination of cutting, adding and approving
of the budgets.
Tom McGonagill stressed the importance of passing a budget now so staff
can establish a chart of accounts for this fiscal year with Alexander
Grant, an accounting firm.
Mayor Dorn asked if we could proceed with last year's budget until the
full Council is on -board. Mike LeSage stated that Council would then
have to approve all expenditures at'each meeting as if we didn't have a
budget. However, Council can,always approve a budget and then change
it• at a future date.
Councilman Lemons said although he supported the street overlay.program,
he also felt the Police Ch'ief's request for a sergeant was important
since we are understaffed in this area.
MOTION: Councilman Lemons moved that $17,500 be taken out of the street
overlay program and added to the Police Department's budget for the
addition of a sergeant. This was seconded by Councilman Anderson and
carried unanimously by roll call vote.
Mrs..Hermenia Ward gave a brief summary_of the Police Ride -Along
Program. The usual supervisory personnel are 2.7 officers per 1,000
population. Morro Bay has 1.65 per 1,000 population so we are drastically
understaffed.
MOTION: Councilman Lemons moved for the adoption of the Operating
Budget as modified with the exception that it be adopted for 1980-81
with the Council's intention to carry it forward in the following year.
Mayor Dorn seconded the motion and it was carried unanimously by roll
call vote.
Mayor Dorn and Councilman Lemons both mentioned they like the idea of
projecting the needs of the City for two years.
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MOTION: Councilman Lemons recommended adoption of Resolution 61-80,
Capital Budget. Councilman Anderson seconded the motion and it was
carried unanimously on a roll call vote.
Councilman Anderson said he felt the entire staff deserves a lot of
credit for putting these budgets together.
D-5 MORRO BAY GARBAGE RATE INCREASE
This item has been rescheduled for the July 14, 1980 hearing at the
request of Morro Bay Garbage, Inc.
D-6 NACIMIENTO--WHALE ROCK WATER EXCHANGE
Mike LeSage said the Whale Rock Commission found the draft as submitted
unequitable. They had no intention of adopting or approving this prior
to the vote. Mr. LeSage said Council could take the position that they
approve the general concept of the agreement and then further request
the Whale Rock staff to clarify it.
Councilman Lemons felt any reply should be directed to the engineer.
He felt it would be sufficient to say that we approve of it.
MOTION: Councilman Lemons moved that staff write a letter to the
County engineer saying we approve this memo of understanding. The
motion was seconded by Councilman Anderson and carried unanimously
on a rall call vote.
D-7 USE PERMIT - POP'S ROADRUNNERS SOFTBALL TEAM.
Don Guluzzy stated that Pop's Roadrunners were requesting a use permit
to use Keiser Softball Field for a benefit to raise money for the
Chris Jefferson School for the Handicap. Staff recommends approval.
MOTION: Councilman Lemons moved to approve the use permit for Pop's
Roadrunners. The motion was seconded by Councilman Anderson and so
carried.'
D-8 RECOMMENDATION FROM PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION REGARDING THE
RECOMBINATION OF THE PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENTS.
This was a recommendation to give staff direction in the hiring of a
permanent director, which Council has already done at their budget
hearing on June 21, 1980. Therefore, this item has been resolved.
D-9 RECOMMENDATION FROM PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION REGARDING THE
ENTERPRISE ACCOUNT
Don Guluzzy stated this is a request that Council consider establishing
an Enterprise Account so that money generated by the programs can be
earmarked back to that specific program' .The Commission feels this
will add to the growth of the programs.
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Mary Sanders stated it is a lot easier to continue a program which
can't pay for itself right away. This will also allow a better
accountability of the programs.
Councilman Lemons requested the staff to report back on this item in
four to six weeks.
D-10 RECOMMENDATION FROM PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION REGARDING PARKS
AND RECREATION COMMISSIONER AND EX-OFFICIO COMMISSIONER VACANCIES.
Don Guluzzy stated that the present ordinance states a member of Council
will serve as liaison between Council and the Commission.
Mayor Dorn suggested that any decision be postponed until after the
July 22 Special Election in order for there to be a full Council.
E. INDIVIDUAL DETERMINATION AND/OR ACTION
Don Guluzzy outlined the problems staff has had on the two administrative
cars. At the last meeting, the first bid was rejected and given to the
second lowest bidder. However, this bidder could not deliver the cars.
Staff requested the authorization to renegotiate the bids.
Councilman Lemons felt new bids- should be requested.
MOTION: Councilman Anderson moved that we reject the last bid for two
administrative cars and ask for re -bids. This was seconded by Councilman
Lemons and passed unanimously.
The business on the agenda having been completed, the meeting adjourned
to.executive session at 11:50 P.M.
Recorded by:
DONALD F. GULUZZY
City Clerk
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Bonita Murray
Deputy City Clerk
To the Mayor, City Council, to whom it may concern, ladies and gentlemen:
I am Albert C. Moltzer with residence in the vicinity of Creston the County of San Luis Obispo
my wife and I are the owners of the commercial fishing vessel Phyllis since 1963 prior to that
we owned a smaller vessel Lyla May since 19u9. We have used these vessels in the commercial
fishery and specialized only in albacore fishing. There hasn't been a year since 190 that
we haven't fished our boat during albacore season. On occasion we fished commercially
for bottom fish as well as salmon. Our commercial fishing license with reference to boat
registration is current and my wife and I each carry a current fishing license with salmon
stamp endorsements and permits.
The Phyllis is a documented vessel and is considered by the United States to be in
conformity to Title L regulation of vessels in domestic commerce, of the revised
statutes of the United States and is licensed to engage in mackerel fishery i.e. a
commercial fishing vessel and recognized as such by the United States Government, Treasury
Department, Bureau of Customs, the U S Coast Guard and the U S Public Health Service.
Whether -or -not she's engaged in nothing other than during the albacore season she is still
an active commercial fishing vessel and not deadwood as some would like to claim it to be.
My wife and I do not like the proposed Ordinance that the City of Morro Bay is trying to
formulate using yearly monetary earnings or value or fuel receipts as a criterion of renting
a city slip. The dollar value should be entirely eliminated the propsal of such an
Ordinance if enacted would be discrimintory and could favor a certain few in Morro Bay
that are trying very hard to have such an Ordinance enacted. I might refer you to Chapter 79
which is an act to amend Section 1 of Chapter 1076 of the statutes of 1947, relating to
tidelands and submerged lands to San Luis Obispo County with special references to Morro Bay
by the State of California. As to fish receipts, fuel receipts, whatever you may be re-
minded of Publ 1C Law 93-579 Authority U.S. Code Title 5 Section 301 stipulating the
Privacy Act wit regard to personal information be diseminated without the consent of the
person involved regarding his business such as earnings, fish receipts or fuel receipts as
a criterion unless volunteered by the person concerned.
In our free enterprise system it is nobody's business how we make our liv®lihood so long
as it is legal and in so far as our ventures are concerned our boat is one of the tools that
I use to be a part of that livelihood.
I would like to sug
gest txxgmxx that the City Attorney carefully the formulation of this
proposed new Ordinance in regards to its impact, fairness and the constitutionalityof such
a propsal as discussed DtJtLne 9th meeting it appears to me that it is a can of worms.
With reference to commercial boats leavinZ/the harbor by going elsewhere to conduct their
business is a matter o£l�,��sspp�e��c�ulationawhether-or-not fish is being sold in Morro Bay rather
than elsewhere depends�onomics.tThe skipper generally takes his catch to the buyer
that pays the highest price. ARxtexxiipx With referen a to rentals if no slips are
available at the timesit mregaii+edet the boat owner`�pe Isis name on the waiting list&
this practice is adhered to up and down the coast without exception ' T e only solution
to aleviate the nx,.xarr.a presurre for the demand of slips is to�ore slips wherever
possible by the City of Morro Bay, and keep in reserve 3 or b slips that could be used
for general maintenance on a temporary basis.emxxKafmxit3,yxetzxmxtmxx2Eximaxax"Lyxjmj
sued with hoists, etc.
Thank you very much:
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Recreation Hall, 7:30 P.M.
Mayor Warren M. Dorn called the meeting to order at 7:30 P.M.
Al Olson, Chief of Police, led the pledge of allegiance.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Rodger Anderson, Councilman
Warren M. Dorn, Mayor
John Lemons, Councilman
ABSENT: None
STAFF: Donald F. Guluzzy, City Administrator
Michael T. LeSage, City Attorney
Al Olson, Chief of Police
Ann McKibbin, Administrative Assistant
John Bressan, Director of Public works
Mary Sanders, Acting Recreation Director
Keith Gurnee, Community Development Director
Tom McGonagill, Director of Administrative Services
Bonita Murray, Deputy City Clerk
A. CONSENT CALENDAR
A-1 Rejection of bids for copying equipment,. Bids received for
purchase of two photocopy machines were significantly higher
than budgeted. Staff to review specifications and call for
new bids. (RECOMMEND REJECTION AND REBID)
A-2 Approval of Amendment No. 2 to Agreement for Cross -Connection
Control Services between Water Purveyors and the County
Health Department. (RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
A-3 Negative Declaration Grant for sand removal from Coleman
Park. (RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
A-4 Minutes of council meetings on May 12, May 21 and May 27,
1980. (RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
Donald Guluzzy read the Consent Calendar to the Council members
present. Item A-3 has been rescheduled for a later meeting.
MOTION: Councilman Anderson moved that the Consent Calendar be
approved with the deletion of Item A-3, which has been
rescheduled. This was seconded by Councilman Lemons
and carried unanimously on a roll call vote.
B. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
None.
C. NEW BUSINESS
C-1 ORDINANCE NO. 178, REVISING PARKING, DRIVEWAY AND LOADING
REGULATIONS. First Reading.
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Keith Gurnee gave a brief background on the major items in this
ordinance. This establishes guidelines for uniform parking
spaces, landscaping and visibility in parking lots and minor
exceptions allowed by staff permit.
Councilman Lemons asked if the parking requirements for a
commercial establishment included required parking spaces for
its employees? Mr. Gurnee stated that the new standards were
based on one parking space for each 200 square feet, which is
what most planning guidelines follow. The current requirement
is two per establishment.
Councilman Lemons asked if bicycle facilities are not needed for
every commercial establishment and asked how this was handled.
Mr. Gurnee stated that this is where the staff exceptions would
come into use.
Councilman Anderson questioned the appeal process. Mr. Gurnee
stated that an individual has the right to appeal to the Planning
Commission and if not satisfied, they may appeal their case to
the City Council.
MOTION: Councilman Lemons moved that Ordinance No. 178 be read
by title only. This was seconded by Councilman Anderson
and so carried.
Don Guluzzy read Ordinance No. 178 by title - Chapter 17.44,
Parking, Driveway and Loading Facilities.
MOTION: Councilman Lemons moved that Ordinance No. 178 be
approved and set for second reading. This was seconded
by Councilman Anderson and carried unanimously by roll
call vote.
C-2 ORDINANCE NO. 179, AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 15.04.150
OF THE MORRO BAY MUNICIPAL CODE REDEFINING VESSELS OF A
COMMERCIAL NATURE. First Reading.
Keith Gurnee said this proposed ordinance is a result of work by
the Harbor Advisory Committee and the commercial fishermen to
develop a working definition of.a commercial vessel. A minimum
figure of $10,Ob0 gross income in the previous calendar year as
evidenced by Department of Fish and Game Tickets was proposed.
Several concerned.citizens from the community spoke out against
this proposed ordinance (David Birch, Norman Knowles, Benjamin
Howell, R. D. Folsom, Bob White, Hank Adams, Bob Garrison, Fred
Sears and others). They all felt that the ordinance does not
take into consideration those individuals who are retired and
only need a small income to supplement their base figure; there-
fore, they may not make the minimum requirement of $10,000.
Another item of concern was the use of the Department of Fish and
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Game tickets to verify the $10,000 amount required to meet the
definition of a commercial vessel. Several individuals felt
this wasn't legal and that it was an invasion of privacy.
Since there was considerable disagreement on this ordinance and
the effects that it would have, Mayor Dorn recommended that this
matter be held over for further discussion. This was agreed upon
by all present.
C-3 ORDINANCE NO. 180, AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 15.32 OF
THE MORRO BAY MUNICIPAL CODE TO ADD A NEW SECTION 15.32.020
ESTABLISHING A CITY DOCKAGE WAITING LIST AND REQUIREMENTS
THEREFOR. First reading. .
This ordinance would depend on the preceeding Ordinance No. 179
for clarification, Mayor Dorn recommended that this ordinance
be postponed until such time as Ordinance No. 179 is heard again.
This was agreed upon by all present.
C-4 APPLICATION TO FILE LATE CLAIM AGAINST THE CITY BY WILLIAM
M. ZUBER. (STAFF RECOMMENDS DENIAL)
Michael LeSage stated this is an application to file a late claim
and it involves two minors and one adult. As to the two minors,
the law would allow the applications but would deny it on the
part of the adult.
MOTION: Councilman Lemons moved that in accordance with the
City Attorney's recommendation, the Council deny the
application to file a late claim on the part of the
adult and permit a late claim on the part of the minors.
This was seconded by Councilman Anderson and carried
unanimously by roll call vote.
C-5 NUISANCE ABATEMENT: COUNCIL TO SET A DATE FOR AN ABATEMENT
OF NUISANCE HEARING FOR BOB'S MORRO BAY SUNLAND SERVICE
STATION, MORRO BAY BOULEVARD.
Keith Gurnee stated that this is a result of numerous attempts
to have this station cleaned up. The Planning Department has
had trouble in bringing this in line with the Municipal Code.
He suggested that we hold an abatement hearing on this at the
next meeting, June 23.
MOTION: Councilman Lemons moved that we set an abatement hearing
for Bob's Morro Bay Sunland Service Station for June 23,
1980. This was seconded by Councilman Anderson and
carried unanimously by roll call vote.
D. HEARINGS', APPEARANCES W REPORTS
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D-1 8:30 P.M., STATUS REPORT FROM CONSULTING ENGINEERS.
Don Guluzzy stated that the City has been involved in an engineering
project for upgrading the Wastewater Treatment Plant. The City
has obtained the firm of Brown and Caldwell to conduct and set to
engineering design the outfall, which is tied to the plant for
disposal. Representatives of Brown and Caldwell are present to
give a status report on the Wastewater Treatment Plant.
Dr. David Caldwell, Chairman of the Board - Brown and Caldwell,
introduced the members of his staff that are working on this
project. Mike Hoover is the director of the project; Tom Sheahan
will handle the water management portion of the project; Louie
Yu will be in charge of the wastewater design of the plant.
Mr. Caldwell stated that they were attending strictly as an
informational source and no decisions would be involved at
this time. Each individual gave a brief report of his area of
responsibility. Tom Sheahan stated that the major task is in the
final process of formulating their recommendations, which should
be completed by June 30. He requested that the Council set a
time in July from Brown and Caldwell to make a presentation of
their plans and recommendations.
D-2 9:15 P.M., 1980-81 BUDGET.,
Don Guluzzy gave a brief overview of'the budget for fiscal years
1980-82. A study session will be held on June 14, 1980 from 9:00 AM
to 1:00 P.M. on this matter.
D-3 9:45 P.M., HEARING ON ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE FOR MUNICIPAL
PARKS AND RECREATION FUNCTIONS.
Don Guluzzy stated that a public hearing on the parks and
recreation function will be heard tonight as requested by the
Council.
Dr. Robert Meyers, who is an expert in the parks and recreation
field, felt that the function for this department should be
combined and handled under one department. This would prevent
duplication and overlapping of services and will foster efficiency.
Mr. Lee, professor of Recreation at Cal Poly, spoke on behalf of
the combination of the parks and recreation department. According
to research, the best services were given when the departments
were combined. He stated that there is usually (1) better
cooperation, (2) less controversy, (3) comprehensive programs,
and (4) conducive to more economic administrative services.
Don Guluzzy stated that the functions of the department were split
about a year ago because we are such a small city. Since this
has been done','there have been no complaints from the public.
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Page Five
Lila Keiser felt that participation in the recreation programs
sould come from all age groups. One possibility she suggested
was to have a free class for kids since some parents can't afford
the $5 per child, especially when they have three or more kids.
Mayor Dorn felt that this matter should be discussed during the
budget session and suggested that it be postponed until the
workshop session on Saturday.
E. INDIVIDUAL DETERMINATION AND/OR ACTION
E-1 Michael LeSage stated that Ray Gallo has requested an
opportunity to meet with the Council and discuss the T-Pier
matter. He has been served with notice on rent. This can be
handled on Saturday morning before the Budget Workshop Meeting
at 8:00 A.M. This was agreed to by all present.
E-2 BEACH STREET BLUFF STABILIZATION PROGRAM. Don Guluzzy said
that the stabilization being conducted has been stopped at the
request of staff. John Bressan, Director of Public Works, will
give a report on this project.
John Bressan stated that due to the fact that there have been
some engineering calculations that were in error on the part
of our City Engineer and because of the fact that the stabilization
presently being constructed would not be totally acceptable
to the City in terms of long term stabilization, the staff
recommends that from an economic and aesthetic point of view that
Council recommend a•; Change Order and authorize an additional
$5,500 for the change order. This will correct the error in
calculations.
MOTION: Councilman Lemons moved that we approve staff's
recommendation of a Change Order (#2B). This was
seconded by Councilman`Andersoh and carried
unanimously by roll call vote.
E-3 CONTRACT AMENDMENT WITH COMMUNITY TRANSIT SERVICES INC.
Staff recommends a contract amendment with Community Transit
Services, Inc. for the Morro Bay -Cambria run, which will continue
the financing for the program for another fiscal year. Mr. Ford
needs this indication from Council so he will not have to lay-off
any employees. We do have a 30 day cancellation clause in our
contract, which we may wish to exercise after our budget presentation
to the Council.
MOTION: Councilman Anderson moved that we adopt the contract
amendment with Community Transit Services, Inc. This
was seconded by Councilman Lemons and carried unanimously
by roll call vote.
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E-4 ADMINISTRATIVE CAR BIDS. Council had approved a bid for
two administrative cars, but there is now a problem with the
vendor. The vendor can only meet one-half of the bid - one
standard shift vehicle. However, he can provide us with an
alternative - a hydromatic - which would change the bid. Staff
recommends that since they cannot meet the bid that we go with
the second lowest bidder - Pete Johnson Chevrolet in Paso Robles.
This would uphold the integrity of the bidding process.
MOTION: Councilman Lemons moved that we reject the low bid
on the two administrative cars since the vendor
cannot now meet the bid requirements and award the
bid to Pete Johnson Chevrolet. This was seconded by
Councilman Anderson and so carried by roll call vote.
E-5 Councilman Lemons brought up the Memorandum of Understanding
with the Whalerock Commission. If the bond issue is approved, then
the parties to this memo agree to agree on the points mentioned
in the letter. We will trade a gallon of Whalerock water delivered
to transmission facilities in lieu of building a new pipeline to
here.
MOTION: Councilman Lemons moved that the City Attorney review
this and report back to the Council at the next meeting.
This:was seconded by Councilman Anderson and carried
unanimously by roll call vote.
E-6 Don Guluzzy stated that he had received Keith Gurnee's
resignation, which will be effective September 15, 1980. It will
be on file.
MOTION: Mayor Dorn moved that the meeting be adjourned since
there was no further business. This was seconded by
Councilman Anderson and so carried.
The meeting was adjourned at 11:40 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
DONALD F. GULUZZY, City Clerk
An�j��-
by Bonita Murray, Deputy City Clerk
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CITY OF MORRO BAY
AGENDA - MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
May 27, 1980, 7:30 P.M.
Morro Bay Recreation Hall
Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Invocation
A. CONSENT CALENDAR
A-1 Use Permit Agreement with Morro Bay Lions Club for
Oyster Shucking & Eating Contest on 4th of July.
(RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
A-2 Use Permit Agreement with Morro Bay Chamber of Commerce
for various activities on 4th of July. (RECOMMEND -
APPROVAL) .
A-3 Expenditure Report for April 1, 1980 through April 30,
1980. (RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
A-4 Resolution No. 47-80, awarding contract for South Bay
Boulevard Resurfacing to R. Burke Corporation. Bid
amount is $34,993.50. (RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
A-5 Resolution No. 48-80, opposing elimination of the
Law Enforcement Assistance Administration (LEAA).
(RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
A-6 Resolution No. 49-80, awarding contract for weed
abatement to Dave Fox Construction. Bid amount is
$28.00 per hour. (RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
A-7 Resolution No. 51-80, awarding contract for purchase
of two automobiles to Kimball Motors for Chevrolet
Chevette autos at $4,425.30 each for a total of $8,850.60.
(RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
A-8 Application for SB620, Discretionary Funds in the
amount of $100,000. Council will approve and direct
staff to submit application for funds for the con-
struction of a bus maintenance facility. (RECOMMEND
APPROVAL)
A-9 Resolution No. 50-80, opposing legislation regarding mobilehomes
on residential properties. SB1887 (Speraw) and SB1960
(Rains) would require local governments to allow mobile -
homes to be placed on any residential property.
(RECOMMEND APPROVAL)_-
A-10 Minutes'of April 28, 1980 council meeting. (RECOMMEND
APPROVAL)
A-11 Report and recommendation regarding termite inspection
and control measures for City buildings. (RECOMMEND
APPROVAL)
B. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
None
City Council Agenda
May 27, 1980
Page 2
C. NEW BUSINESS
C-1 Resolution No. 52-80 resolution establishing appropriations
limit for fiscal year 1980-81.
D. HEARINGS, APPEARANCES, AND REPORTS
None
E. INDIVIDUAL DETEP14INATION AND/OR ACTION
E-1 City Council
E-2 City Attorney
E-3 City Administrator
MINUTES - MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
MAY 27, 1980, 7:30 P.M.
Morro Bay Recreation Hall
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Dorn at 7:30
p.m. Al Olson, Police Chief, led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL
Present: Councilmen Anderson, Lemons and Mayor Dorn
Absent: None
STAFF PRESENT
Donald F. Guluzzy, City Administrator
Michael T. LeSage, City Attorney
Tom McGonagill, Director of Administrative Services
John Bressan, Public Services Director
William George, Building Inspector
Al Olson, Police Chief
Kathleen T. Michel, Acting Deputy City Clerk
A. CONSENT CALENDAR
A-1 Use Permit Agreement with Morro Bay Lions Club for
Oyster Shucking & Eating Contest on the 4th of July.
(RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
A2 Use Permit Agreement with Morro Bay Chamber of Commerce
for various activities on the 4th of July. (RECOMMEND
APPROVAL)
A-3 Expenditure Report for April 1, 1980 through April 30,
1980. (RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
A-4 Resolution No. 47-80, awarding contract for South
Bay Boulevard Resurfacing to R. Burke Corporation.
Bid amount is $34,993.50. (RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
A-5 Resolution No. 48-80, opposing elimination of the
Law Enforcement Assistance Administration (LEAA).
(RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
A-6 Resolution No. 49-80, awarding contract for weed
abatement to Dave Fox Construction. Bid amount is
$28.00,per hour. (RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
A-7 Resolution No. 5]-80, awarding contract for purchase
of two automobiles to Kimball Motors for Chevrolet
Chevette autos at $4,425.30 each for a total of
$8,850.60. (RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
A-8 Application for SB620, Discretionary Funds in the
amount of $100,000. Council will approve and direct
staff to submit application for funds for the con-
struction of a bus maintenance facility. (RECOMMEND
APPROVAL)
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Page 2
A-9 Resolution No. 50-80, opposing legislation regarding
mobilehomes on residential properties. SB1887 (Speraw)
and SB1960 (Rains) would require local governments
to allow mobilehomes to be placed on any residential
property. (RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
A-10 Minutes of April 28, 1980 council meeting. (RECOMMEND
APPROVAL)
A-11 Report and recommendation regarding termite inspection
and control measures for City buildings. (RECOMMEND
APPROVAL)
Mayor Dorn reviewed the Consent Calendar.
Mr. Guluzzy requested that Item A-11 be deleted from
the agenda. There was adequate money in the maintenance
budget and council action was not needed on this item.
Councilman Lemons pointed out corrections needed in the
council minutes (A-10) on pages 9 and 14.
Councilman Lemons asked for an explantion of the logic "
behind the recommendation of change orders for 30% of the
contract amount for Item A-4.
John Bressan explained that the engineer's estimate had
been prepared some time ago and bids had come in considerably
lower than anticipated and it would behoove the City to
negotiate for additional work up to the budgeted amount. To
go to bid for the additional work would mean redoing a
portion of the work done under this contract.
Councilmembers asked for an explanation of the grant
application under A-8. Mr. Guluzzy explained that the City
was applying for grant money from two different sources in
the hope that one application would be successful.
Mayor Dorn indicated .that he,had questions about A-9
and asked for an explanation of the item.'
William George, Building Inspector, explained that the
proposed legislation would allow mobilehomes to be' -placed
anywhere -within a city. He pointed out that the state had
in the past set standards for mobilehome construction but
had been preempted by HUD. He felt it would be unfair to
allow housing of a lower construction standard to be intermixed
with conventionally constructed housing which must meet
rigid state standards. The only control cities had over
mobilehomes was in deciding where they could be placed, such
as limiting them to mobilehome parks.
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Page 3
Mr. Guluzzy explained that a compromise bill was being
supported by local agencies.
Mrs. Ruth Shadaker, 660 Shasta, spoke about her experience
in living in mobilehomes and her objection to limiting them
to mobilehome parks. She felt that mobilehome owners were
subject to much harrassment by cities.
Howard Hayes asked the council not to oppose the
bills. He felt housing was a matter which should be decided
by the people. He was concerned that it might affect
property values.
Mr. George pointed out that the alternate bill, AB 2698
would allow mobilehomes in areas of similar property values
rather than anywhere and everywhere.
MOTION: Councilman Lemons moved that consent calendar
items A-1 through A10 be approved. The motion
was seconded by Councilman Anderson and carried
unanimously by roll call vote.
B. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
None.
C. Resolution No. 52-80, resolution establishing,appropria-
tions limit for fiscal year-1980-81.
Mr. Guluzzy explained that Proposition 4 had.placed
certain 'limits on city budgets. The resolution offered was
the result of some complicated calculations which would
place the City in compliance with the lAw and allow it to
operate smoothly through the fiscal year without constantly
readjusting the budget. It would establish a spending limit
for the City which, of course, would be further limited by
actual revenue available.
Mr. MCGonagill explained that the resolution was the
City's means of complying with the law as recommended by the
League of California Cities.
Mr. Hayes asked some questions about reserves which
caused the City to be penalized in the past.
Mr. Guluzzy explained that capital reserves were no
longer called reserves. They were now appropriated for a
specific purpose.
MOTION: Councilman Lemons moved that Resolution No. 52-80
be read by title only. The motion was seconded by
Councilman Anderson and carried unanimously.
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Page 4
MOTION: Councilman Lemons moved that Resolution No.
52-80 be approved. The motion was seconded by
Councilman Anderson and carried on.a roll call
vote.
D. HEARINGS, APPEARANCES, AND REPORTS
None
E. INDIVIDUAL DETERMINATION AND/OR ACTION
E1 City Council
Mayor Dorn reported that he and Bob Meyers had met with
Russell Cahill, State Director of Parks & Recreation. He
reported that they discussed the status of the sand spit and
that he offered staff cooperation in seeking the transfer of
privately held property to public ownership. They also
discussed the possibility of the City becoming the operator
of the golf course at some time in the future.
The Mayor stated they had discussed the holding of a
marathon between Hearst Castle and Morro Rock via Highway
One.
MOTION: Councilman Lemons moved that staff be directed
to work with the Parks & Recreation Commission,
Chamber of Commerce, and others to accomplish
this goal. The motion was seconded by Council-
man Anderson and carried unanimously.
E-2 City Attorney
Mr. LeSage presented the council with a settlement
document regarding the Meyers lawsuit. He explained that
staff had reviewed the document and the statement of facts
had been appropriately corrected. The major points of the
agreement were: honoring existing permits, allowing the
proposed restroom with shower (water for shower to be available
on priority status when available), the garage location
would be close to the street if allowed by the Coastal
Commission, a four foot fence will be constructed by Meyeres
on the upland side of the residence and landscaping will be
established in a four foot wide strip, and no dead man will
be required at the end of the sheetpiling.
Gerald Mason, attorney for Meyeres, agreed with Mr.
LeSage's summary of the document and stated his clients were
satisfied with the settlement. He stated the agreement was
only binding on those who signed it.
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Page 5
MOTION: Councilman Anderson moved that the Mayor and
City Clerk execute the settlement document
on behalf of the City of Morro Bay. The
motion was seconded by Councilman Lemons
and carried by a roll call vote.
p.m.
Councilman Anderson suggested a short recess at•8:35
The City Council reconvened at 8:47 p.m.
E-3 City Administrator
t for Temporary Use Permit at 496 Embarcadero
v Kannafh Riartrtini fnr hna+ lhni IAinrt
Mr. Guluzzy explained that this item had been received
late but needed council action. Staff had reviewed the
request for a threeyear use permit and found the request to
be in order.
Mr. LeSage indicated that this agreement was to implement
a use permit already approved by the Planning Commission.
MOTION: Councilman Lemons moved that the permit be
approved as requested. The motion was seconded
by Councilman Anderson and carried unanimously.
Request for Transfer of $8,700 to Fire Department
Mr. Guluzzy explained citizen complaints about the
sirens used to summon reserve firefighters in emergency
situations. The pagers would be utilized for this purpose.
He indicated that all paid firefighters already had pagers.
There was discussion about possible sale of the sirens
to P.G. & E. to warn of power plant emergency situations and
also questions about the Fire Department wanting and needing
a "jaws of life."
Mr. Guluzzy indicated that the -firefighters had raised
about $4,000 for the "jaws" with civic functions.
COUNCIL REQUEST FOR ACTION BY STAFF
The council indicated that it wished to discuss the
matter with the Fire Chief and asked that he be present when
the matter was placed on a future agenda.
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Page 6
st for a Special Joint
Session Between
ouncil.
Mr. Guluzzy explained that a joint study session had
been requested to discuss the VRM proposal.
The council asked about the reason for the study
session.
Mr. Guluzzy explained it would be to discuss procedures
and not philosophy. They were asking for guidance for
things such as water, land use, access, parkland dedication
and use permits.
The council declined the invitation.
Request for Rate Increase from Morro Bay Garbage
Service.
Mr. Guluzzy indicated that he would like to place the
request on the June 23 agenda for hearing. This would allow
staff time to research the rate request and obtain financial
data needed for a report to the council.
COUNCIL REQUEST FOR ACTION BY STAFF
The council authorized staff to proceed withithe study
and set the request for hearing on June 23.
Recreation Director
The Mayor indicated that he wanted to discuss the
position title Recreation Director advertised by the City.
COUNCIL REQUEST FOR ACTION BY STAFF
Motion: Councilman Lemons moved that council set a hearing
regarding reorganization of the Recreation Depart-
ment, whether it would be the Department of Parks
and Recreation or just Recreation Department. The
motion was seconded by Councilman Anderson and
carried unanimously.
Administrator's Hearing re Rederal Revenue Sharing Funds
Mr. Guluzzy reported that he had held a hearing on the
proposed use of Revenue Sharing Funds for Entitlement Period
11 amounting to about $34,500. He indicated that citizen
comment at the May 27, 1980 hearing held at 11:15 a.m. was
in favor of allocating the funds for the wastewater treatment
plant project.
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Page 7
Sonic Cable TV Rate Request
Mr. Guluzzy reported that representatives of cities
throughout the county had met to discuss the possible effects
of AB 699 which had deregulated cable television. It was
determined at this meeting that the new law would not apply
the cities in this county. It was reported that Sonic Cable
TV would be invited to discuss its request at a future date.
He asked if council would be willing to share the cost of a
rate study with the other cities to see if such an increase
was justified and to explore additional services which the
cable company might supply.
COUNCIL REQUEST FOR ACTION BY STAFF
Council directed staff to participate in the study with
emphasis on the improvement of service for the citizens.
Lions Club Use Permit
Mr. Guluzzy explained the request for a permit for an
event which had already taken place and asked for council
confirmation of administrative action in allowing the event
to continue without the normal council permit obtained in
advance.
MOTION: Councilmen Anderson moved for approval of the
retroactive permit. The motion was seconded by
Councilman Lemons and carried.
Mayor Dorn questioned the charge for the circus. He
had been informed that the City had doubled the fees for the
circus.
Mr. Guluzzy explained that a new business ordinance had
become.effective since,_,the.last circus and since the circus
was a private firm coming into town they had to have a
business license.
Mr. Campbell spoke about the benefits of the Lions Club
program and felt it should not be charged for a permit.
Mr. Guluzzy explained that the Lions Club has not been
charged for the use permit. The permit was required to
assure the City of liability coverage for any special events
held on City property.
Narcotic'Paraphernalia OrdinanceDraft
Mr. Guluzzy explained that the City Attorney had prepared
a draft ordinance and it would be placed on a future meeting
at the council's direction after they had time to review it.
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Page 8
Bay Ambulance Rate Request
Mr. Guluzzy reported that the City and County were con-
ducting a joint audit of the ambulance company and when
completed, the information would be provided for the council.
United Nations Day Chairman
Mr. Guluzzy reminded the council of the need to appoint
a chairman for United Nations Day.
Harbor Dredging Status Report
Mr. Guluzzy explained that the contractor performing
the dredging, Shellmaker, has declined to perform a change
order at the original rate of $1.80 per yard due to rising
fuel and labor costs. The contractor was asking $4.70 per
yard for the 26,000 yards by the fuel docks.
Mr. Bressan explained the need for the dredging near
the fuel docks. It had not been incorporated in the Corps
of Engineers' contract for the rest of the bay. He explained
that staff needed council authorization to prepare specifications
and seek a local bidder to accomplish the work, probably
with a clamshell barge and ocean disposal of the spoils
which would require 10 to 15 trips to sea.
COUNCIL ,REQUEST ,FOR ACTION, BYi.STAFF.; rt1
MOTION: Councilman Lemons moved that specifications be
prepared and the dredging be put out to bid.
The motion was seconded by Councilman Anderson
and carried.
Resignation from Parks '& Recreation Commission
Mr. Guluzzy reported that a letter of resignation had
been received from Larry Ramos, a member of the Parks &
Recreation Commission.
COUNCIL REQUEST FOR ACTION BY STAFF
The City Administrator was asked to write a letter
acknowledging the resignation and thanking Mr. Ramos for his
services to the City.
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Page 9
Request for Executive Session
The City Attorney requested an executive session.
9:20 P.M. the City Council adjourned to executive
session.
9:42 P.M. the City Council reconvened in regular
session. .
Mayor Dorn nominated Don Opperman, 255 Andros, to fill
the vacancy on the Planning Commission created by the
resignation of Mr. Kelsay.
MOTION: Mayor Dorn moved that Don Opperman be appointed to
the City Planning Commission. The motion was
seconded by Councilman Lemons and carried.
MOTION: Councilman Lemons nominated Lila Keiser to fill
the vacancy on the Parks & Recreation Commission.
The motion was seconded by Councilman Anderson and
carried.
Wastewater Treatment Plant Project
Mr. Guluzzy reported that representatives of Brown &
Caldwell, consulting engineers, would be present at the June
9 council meeting to report on the status of the project.
Adjournment of Meeting
MOTION: Councilman Lemons moved that the meeting be
adjourned and that a moment of silence be
observed in the memory of Bruce Brebes and
that roll call be dedicated to him. The
motion was seconded by Councilman Anderson
and was carried unanimously on a roll call vote.
The meeting was adjourned at 9:49 P.M.
Recorded by:
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DONALD F. GULUZZY
City Clerk
By: Kathleen T. Michel
Acting Deputy City Clerk
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CITY OF MORRO BAY
AGENDA - MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL
SPECIAL CALLED MEETING
May 21, 1980, 9:30 a.m.
Conference Room, City Hall
Call to Order
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1 Resolution No. 46-80 approving assignment of lease site
No. 27W from The Golden Tee, Inc. to Morro Bay Kingsway,
Inc.
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SPECIAL CALLED' I MEETING
May 21, 1980,/9:30 A.M.
Conference Room, City Hall
J
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Dorn at 9:48
A.M
ROLL CALL
Present: Councilman Anderson and Mayor Dorn
Absent: Councilman Lemons
STAFF PRESENT
Donald F. Guluzzy, City Administrator
Tom McGonagill, Director of Administrative Services
Kathleen T. Michel, Acting Deputy City Clerk
Mr. Guluzzy explained that a Special Called Meeting was
limited to the items on the agenda.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Resolution No. 46-80 approving assignment of'lease
site No. 27W from the.Golden Tee, Inc. to Morro Bay
Kingsway, Inc.
Mr. Guluzzy explained the'request regarding lease
site No. 27W being transferred from the Golden Tee to
Morro Bay Kingsway, Inc.
Mr. McGonagill explained that applicants had submitted
an unaudited financial report for the fiscal year ending
October 31, 1979, and that he had met with their chief
financial officer. He reported that there was no reason to
question their ability to handle the financial responsibility
of the lease.
Edie Gambini, representing applicants, indicated that
applicants operated several large hotels in other communi-
ties and listed some examples.
Mr. Guluzzy presented Resolution No. 46-80 approving
assignment of Lease Site No. 27W from the Golden Tee, Inc.,
to Morro Bay Kingsway, Inc.
MOTION: Councilman Anderson moved that Resolution No.
46-80 be approved. The motion was seconded by
Mayor Dorn and carried unanimously with
Councilman Lemons absent.
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Special Called Meeting - May 21, 1980
Page 2
The business on the agenda having been completed, the
meeting adjourned to executive session at 9:55 A.M.
Recorded by:
DONALD F. GULUZZY
City Clerk
By:
Kathleen T. Michel
Acting Deputy City Clerk
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CITY OF MORRO BAY
AGENDA - MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
May 12, 1980, 7:30 P.M.
Morro Bay Recreation Hall•
Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Invocation
A. CONSENT CALENDAR
A-1 Resolution No. 43-80, awarding contract for striping
of city streets. Bid in amount of $11,700.70 by
Safety Striping Services, Inc. (RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
A-2 Resolution No. 44-80 awarding contract for Beach
Street retaining wall and bluff stabilization.
Bid in amount of $28,325.00 by A.D. Construction.
(RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
A-3 Claim against the City of Morro Bay by James B.
Merzon for sewer backup damages. (RECOMMEND DENIAL
AND REFER TO INSURANCE CARRIER)
A-4 Claim against the City of Morro Bay by Keith Hutchison
for personal injuries by Morro Bay police officer.
(RECOMMEND DENIAL AND REFER TO INSURANCE CARRIER)
A-5 Minutes April 15, 1980 Adjourned Meeting.
A-6 Minutes April 14, 1980 Regular Meeting.
B. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
B-1 Legal status of bids for City Promotion and Visitor
Information Services. City Attorney will advise
on legal status of bids deferred by City Council
on January 14, 1980, for action following the April
Municipal Election.
C. NEW BUSINESS
C-1 Resolution No. 42-80 establishing charges for Weed
Abatement.
C-2 Resolution No. 45-80 approving lease assignment for
City Lease Sites 110W, 111W, 112W, and 111.5W by
Brebes Morro Bay Fisheries, Inc. to Ralph Ruse,
George Leaa.e, and Charles Ogle.
C-3 Resolution No. 46-80 approving lease assignment for
City Lease Site 27W by The Golden Tee, Inc. to
Kingsway Services, Inc.
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City Council Agenda
May 12, 1980
Page 2
D. HEARINGS, APPEARANCES, AND REPORTS
D-1 8:00 P.M. PUBLIC HEARING: REVENUE SHARING:
Proposed use hearing to consider suggestions regarding
possible uses of Revenue Sharing funds City has
previously received totalling $54,159.00.
(ADMINISTRATIVE RECOMMENDATION: USE FOR WASTEWATER
TREATMENT PLANT UPGRADING AND MODIFICATION)
D-2 PUBLIC HEARING ON WEED ABATEMENT APPEALS.
D-3 Rate Modification Request by SONIC CABLE TV.
E. INDIVIDUAL DETERMINATION AND/OR ACTION
E-1 City Council
E-2 City Attorney
E-3 City Administrator
MINUTES - MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
MAY 12, 1980, 7:30 P.M.
Morro Bay Recreation Hall
The meeting was called to order with the Pledge of
Allegiance led by Mayor Dorn at 7:30 P.M. Father Speetzen
offered the invocation.
ROLL CALL
Present: Councilmen Anderson, Lemons and Mayor Dorn
Absent: None
STAFF PRESENT
Donald F. Guluzzy, City Administrator
Michael T. LeSage, City Attorney
John Bressan, Public Services Director
T. Keith Gurnee, Community Development Director
Kathleen T. Michel, Acting Deputy City Clerk
A. CONSENT CALENDAR
A-1 Resolution No. 43-80, awarding contract for striping
of city streets. Bid in amount of $11,700.70 by
Safety Striping Services, Inc. (RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
A-2 Resolution No. 44-80, awarding contract for Beach
Street retaining wall and bluff stabilization. Bid
in the amount of $28,325.00 by A. D. Construction.
(RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
A-3 Claim against the City of Morro Bay by James B.
Merzon for sewer backup damages. (RECOMMEND DENIAL
AND REFER TO INSURANCE CARRIER)
A-4 Claim against the City of Morro Bay by Keith
Hutchison for personal injuries by Morro Bay police
officer. (RECOMMEND DENIAL AND REFER TO INSURANCE
CARRIER)
A-5 Minutes April 15, 1980 Adjourned Meeting.
A-6 Minutes April 14, 1980 Regular Meeting.
The City Attorney reminded the council that items A-1
and A-2 both involved the expenditure of funds by the City
so would require three affirmative votes.
Mayor Dorn asked whether his residence on Beach Street
would prevent him from voting.
Mike LeSage indicated that his vote would be required
in this instance.
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Mayor Dorn asked whether the County could perform the
services being let for contract under item A-1.
John Bressan indicated that the City was working
toward a satellite contract for plastic markers instead of
striping but that the County was not willing to perform the
striping services.
Mayor Dorn reviewed the consent calendar.
MOTION: Councilman Lemons moved the Consent Calendar be
approved. The motion was seconded by Councilman
Anderson and carried unanimously.
B. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
B-1 Legal status of bids for City Promotion and Visitor
Information Services. Bids were deferred by City
Council on January 14, 1980, for action following
the April Municipal Election.
Don Guluzzy explained that the call for bids was based
on a monthly contract for promotional services and visitor
services, both staff and other expense items. He indicated
that if council wished to award the contract, it should be
done on a pro rata basis for the seven weeks remaining in
this fiscal year. He indicated that the cost of -promotional
services for that period would be $568.75 and for visitor
services, $2,041.69.' The expense allowance would
be $570.22 for visitor services and $126.88 for promotional
services: The total cost of services under the contract, if
granted, would be $3,307.54 for the period May 12, 1980
through June 30, 1980. He also indicated that if council
wished to have such a program during the next fiscal year,
staff should be directed to put it out for bid.
Mike LeSage explained that there,is no contract in
effect so the City was not obligated to compensate for any
promotional services that have been provided. The only way
the contract could be granted was to pro rate it to the end
of the fiscal year if the bidders were willing to perform.
Mayor Dorn asked questions about the limitations of
Measure A.
Mr. Guluzzy indicated that Measure A limited the
expenditures from any source to 58 of the bed tax revenue.
The amount would be $5,000 to $10,000.
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Mike LeSage concurred with the City Administrator's
comments.
Mr. Guluzzy indicated that the Chamber of Commerce was
still interested in performing under the contract.
Council members wanted'to know how many bidders there
were.
Mr. Guluzzy indicated there was one bid for visitor
information services and two bids for promotion.
Judy Kerestan, secretary of the Chamber of Commerce,
indicated that the Chamber was definitely interested in
receiving whatever funding it could. She indicated that the
Chamber was having difficulty maintaining the current level
of services without reimbursement. She asked if the expenses
allowed under the original bid would be pro rated since they
were not evenly distributed on a weekly basis.
Mr. Guluzzy indicated that expenses could not exceed
$1,900 over the six month period.
Mayor Dorn indicated that he wanted to see the Chamber
of Commerce or a similar local organization provide the
promotional services for the community. He suggested
awarding the bid as recommended and instructing staff to
work with the Chamber of Commerce.
Councilman Lemons indicated that the idea of calling
for outside bids was to get more professionalism.
MOTION: Councilman Lemons moved that the council approve
contracts for a total of $3,307.54 with the
Chamber of Commerce for visitor services and
promotional services. The motion was seconded
by Councilman Anderson and carried unanimously
on a roll call vote.
Councilman Lemons requested that staff analyze whether
or not the visitor service center was the appropriate way to
promote the city.
Mr. LeSage indicated that under Measure A if the council
wished to award a contract, it would have to advertise for
bidders and award a contract within the dollar limitation.
Councilman Anderson indicated that with the $10,000
limit of Measure A, it would be unlikely that any professional
firm would want the contract, therefore the City should
think in terms of using a local volunteer organization.
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Mayor Dorn asked the City Attorney to provide guidance
for the council in seeking a bidder.
Mr. LeSage indicated that a contract for personal
services did not need a bidding procedure but that Measure A
required monitoring of the funds expended.
Mayor Dorn did not favor promotional firms from outside
the city. He wanted to limit it to local organizations. He
asked if Measure A indicated where the bidders must come
from.
Mr. LeSage indicated that the City could not say where
the bidders must come from. He thought that a largely
volunteer organization would be the only one which could
provide services for the amount the City could spend.
Mr. Guluzzy indicated that if the council so directed,
staff could write specifications for the proposals.
MOTION: Councilman Lemons moved that staff be directed to
come back to the Council with a recommendation
of a more effective way to spend the allowed
public relations money during the next fiscal
year. The motion was seconded by Councilman
Anderson and carried unanimously.
Mayor Dorn indicated that he had received a letter from
Fred Eckman asking city support of the scholarship program
for Miss Morro Bay. He asked for staff recommendation on
whether the items was an appropriate expenditure of public
relations funds. The matter was referred to the City Attorney.
D- 8:00 P.M. PUBLIC HEARING ON REVENUE SHARING.
Mr. Guluzzy explained that federal regulations required
a hearing regarding $54,159 which had not been appropriated
by use by the City. He recommended amendment of the budget
to utilize the funds for the wastewater treatment plant
project. He reported that he had scheduled an administrative
hearing on the proposed use but that no one had attended -'it..
The council must now hold its hearing on the matter.
Mayor Dorn opened the hearing to the public.
Bob Meyers, 160 Island Street, asked if the money could
be used for maintenance.
Mr. Guluzzy indicated that it could be used for anything.
He indicated that the City had been allocating all federal
revenue sharing funds for the wastewater treatment plant
which must be built.
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Mr. Mayers indicated that many cities utilized revenue
sharing funds for parks acquisition. He suggested using
this money for Del Mar Park.
Mr. Guluzzy explained that the funds were used for
capital improvements for building the new plant, not for
maintenance and operation of the existing plant. The City
was involved in the engineering of the new plant and would
have to pay 12.5 percent of the cost of the plant. The City
was allowed to use revenue sharing funds to meet its share
of the costs. He explained that funds had been used for
this purpose for three years. Once the plant was completed,
the City would have to charge citizens a fee to raise its
share of the construction costs.
James Campbell asked about the sewer tax included on
the water bill, whether it was sufficient to maintain the
plant.
Mr. Guluzzy indicated that the City did not raise
enough money to cover the operation of the plant and its
maintenance. He said there were no capital costs in the fee
now charged. He explained that the City was building some
new parts to the plant to integrate with the existing system
and they would operate as part of the new plant as well.
Mayor Dorn closed the hearing for public comment and
indicated that prior councils must have felt the wastewater
treatment plant was the highest priority.
Mr. Guluzzy indicated that the plant was the largest
capital cost facing the City and there were limitations in
the City's ability to finance it.
Councilman Lemons questioned how close the City was to
funding its share of the matching funds based on the latest
estimates.
Mr. Guluzzy indicated that the cost of the plant was
estimated at $8 to $10 million with the City contributing
12.5 percent of that amount.
John Bressan indicated that $7 million was estimated
for the outfall and plant upgrading. He indicated that many
items were not covered by the federal grant and the City
would have to pay 15 to 18 percent or one million dollars at
today's cost.
Mr. Guluzzy indicated that the City had reserved
$750,000 for this purpose.
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John Bressan explained that Cayucos would contribute
about $400,000 to the project.
MOTION: Councilman Lemons moved to close the public hearing.
The motion was seconded by Councilman Anderson
and carried unanimously.
Mr. Guluzzy recommended that the $54,159 be included in
the 1979/80 capital budget for the wastewater treatment
plant upgrading.
MOTION: Councilman Lemons moved for adoption of the
Administrative Officer's recommendation. The
motion was seconded by Councilman Anderson and
carried unanimously.
C. NEW BUSINESS
C-1 Resolution No. 42-80 establishing charges for weed
abatement.
Mr. Guluzzy explained that previously charges were
based on a square footage rate and this resolution would
provide a more equitable method of charging by hour for the
work performed.
Mr. Bressan explained that bids had been received for
the work on an hourly rate and depending on the ability of
the contractor to perform the work the rates would be either
$33.60 or $35.00 per hour. The administrative costs were
for work in locating, posting and rechecking to be sure that
lots were cleared. People could clear their own lots and
were encouraged to, but the lots must be cleared to abate
fire hazards so the City performed the service and charged
the property owners for it.
Jim Merzon asked if the City would still provide an
estimate for costs of clearing a lot. He also questioned
the 20 percent administration costs when it took the same
amount of time for inspection for a large or small lot.
Mr. Bressan explained that it simplified the accounting
if it was a percentage -
Ed Smith, 731 Marina Street, asked for an explanation
of the term "nuisances" included in the weed abatement
regulations.
Mr. Bressan read the appropriate sections of the
ordinance.
Manuel De La Rosa asked if the weed abatement charges
were considered a fine.
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Mr. Bressan explained that it was a charge for services
rendered.
Mr. De La Rosa complained that the City was not providing
incentives for the property owners to do their own work.
Mayor Dorn indicated that many people could not do the
work and the City was taking care of that by obtaining
someone to do the work and seeing that it was done.
James Campbell talked about costs of the work. He felt
the City made money on the program and asked how much,
profit it made.
Mayor Dorn said the City was not trying to make money,
it was providing a service to the public.
Monty Red asked about an incentive for the worker to
complete the job quickly.
Mr. Bressan indicated that there was an inspector who
checked the work and the worker. He indicated that last
year two City employees had done the work; one to drive the
tractor and one to do the paper work.
Mr. LeSage indicated that the resolution was based on a
bid and the charge is for time spent plus 20 percent overhead
which probably would not cover the City's costs to administer
the program.
MOTION: Councilman Anderson moved that Resolution 42-80
be approved. The motion was seconded by Councilman
Lemons and carried unanimously.
C-2 Resolution No. 45-80 approving lease assignment for
City lease sites 110W, 111W, 112W, and 111.5W by Brebes
Morro Bay Fisheries, Inc. to Ralph Ruse, George Leage,
and Charles Ogle.
Ray Gallo requested the City's consent to the proposed
lease transfer to accommodate the sale of the business.
Mr. LeSage informed the council that it could not
unreasonably withhold consent to the transfer but it could
ask for evidence of financial responsibility of the new
owners.. The council could not include the default on the T-
pier lease as part of this item.
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Keith Gurnee presented an illustration of the lease
site area, including the T-pier.
Mr. Gallo indicated the new owners would cooperate with
the city in development of the T-pier area. He said a plan
had been approved but financing was difficult to obtain at
present.
Mr. LeSage pointed out that the City had negotiated a
reduced rental rate because of anticipated improvements and
repairs and if the loan made for the repairs no longer
existed, the rate would have to be amended. The City would
prefer that site 111.5W was set aside for the T-pier problem.
However, the council's choice is whether or not to transfer
the lease to the new buyers.
Mr. Gallo indicated that the owners had a plan for the
development of the T-pier.
Mr. Gurnee explained that the Harbor Advisory Committee
had concerns about this water site lease because it was
critical to the resolution of the T-pier issue. The transfer
at this time could confuse the whole matter. In the plan
approved by the Planning Commission in January 1980, it was
felt that all water area should be used for boat dockage.
The reduction of the lease rate was to allow for financing
of the repairs to the pier.
Mr. LeSage indicated that the council could ask for
financial data on the proposed new owners. If there was a
change in the holders of the lease, it was appropriate to
adjust the rent to the proper amount. The council could not
tie the T-pier lease to the restaurant lease. The council
has discretion to decide whether the applicants would be as
good a lessee as the present one.
Mr. Gallo indicated that the new owners were already
operating the Harbor Hut. He did not think the T-pier was
involved in this discussion. He indicated a willingness to
work with the City to find an economical, feasible solution
for the T-pier.
Mr. LeSage indicated that the council could authorize
the Mayor and City Clerk to prepare and execute a resolution
authorizing transfer of the lease.
There was further discussion about whether the transfer
must be approved immediately and whether 111.5W had to be
included in the transfer.
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Cliff Smith, Harbor Advisory Committee, explained the
hopes of the commission to put the T-pier back into operation.
He did not think this proposal should allow for new construction
on the pier.
Mr. LeSage agreed that the site was crucial. He summarized
the facts as follows: the City had an existing lease, it
had been asked to transfer that lease to people who were
already operating a business within the community.
MOTION: Councilman Anderson moved for adoption of Resolution
No. 45-80 approving lease assignment for City
lease sites 110W, 111W, 112W, and 111.5W by Brebes
Morro Bay Fisheries, Inc. to Ralph Ruse, George
Leage, and Charles Ogle. The motion was seconded
by Councilman Lemons and carried unanimously.
C-3 Resolution No. 46-80 approving lease assignment for
City Lease Site 27W by.The Golden Tee, Inc. to Kingsway
Services, Inc.
Mr. LeSage indicated that the City had no information
regarding the proposed lessee.
Mayor Dorn indicated that more information was needed.
The item was continued to the next meeting.
D. HEARINGS, APPEARANCES, AND REPORTS
D-2 Public Hearing on Weed Abatement Appeals.
Mr. Bressan explained that the hearing concerned whether
or not properties should have been posted for weed abatement.
Dick Hazette asked if all lots were posted.
Mr. Bressan explained that posting indicated that lots
must be cleared by June 1. Some have already been cleared,
others will be a problems by June 1 although might not have
been at the time of posting.
Dave Husband asked whether the term "lots" meant with
or without improvements.
Mr. Bressan indicated that they usually.did.not ppst-
for lawns needing mowing.
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Jim Merzon felt the letter regarding weed abatement was
ambiguous. He thought the City should be more specific in
naming the nuisance to be abated.
Mr. Hazette asked if the property owners needed to
notify the City when they had cleared their own lots.
Mr. Bressan indicated that the inspector checked it.
Mayor Dorn spoke about the shortened hours at City
Hall.
Bob Meyers asked when the City was going to clear the
corner lots for visibility.
Mr. Bressan indicated that the rights -of -way were being
cleared.
MOTION: Councilman Lemons moved that the hearing be closed.
The motion was seconded by Councilman Anderson and
carried unanimously.
D-3 Rate Modification Request by Sonic Cable TV.
Mr. Guluzzy explained that Sonic had removed its request.
Manuel De La Rosa spoke against a rate increase. He
identified himself as a TV repair person and indicated that
many TV problems were the fault of the cable company. He
did not think they deserved a rate increase unless and until
they improved their service. He indicated that Carl Monte
at Barlogio's in Santa Maria would be an excellent person to
contact for advice concerning this problem.
E. INDIVIDUAL DETERMINATION AND/OR ACTION
Vacancy on Commission
Mayor Dorn recommended the appointment of Bob Meyers to
fill the vacancy on the Parks & Recreation Commission
created by the resignation of James Gouldsbrough.
MOTION: Mayor Dorn moved that Bob Meyers be appointed to
the commission. Councilman Lemons seconded the
motion.
Councilman Anderson asked about the usual procedure for
appointments.
Mr. Guluzzy indicated that that past councils had
advertised for interested citizens.
Some discussion followed concerning the past procedure
and the qualifications of the individual nominated.
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Mr. LeSage indicated that the only legal requirement
was that the council make appointments in a•public meeting.
The Mayor summarized the motion and the appointment was
made.
Bob Meyers thanked the council for the appointment.
Water
Mayor Dorn spoke about a recent meeting with Clint
Milne of the County Engineer's office and Mr. Dominghini and
asked the City Attorney to read a letter received from Mr.
Milne concerning possible use of water from Domenghini's
wells.
Mr. LeSage read the letter dated May 2, 1980, from
Clint Milne to Mayor Dorn. .
Mr. Guluzzy indicated that Angela Grentz was the City's
environmental engineer and would work with Mr. Lemons and
others on the matter.
Narcotic Paraphernalia
Councilman Lemons mentioned recent ordinances in other
cities concerning the display of paraphernalia to minors.
Mr. LeSage indicated that there had been several
challenges to such ordinances and asked if there was a
problem within this city.
There was discussion about whether the state would
provide an appropriate law to deal with the problem and the
City Attorney was asked to prepare a draft ordinance.
MOTION: . Councilman Lemons moved that the City Attorney
be directed to prepare a draft ordinance for
council consideration. Councilman Anderson
seconded the motion which carried unanimously.
Paving Machine
Mrs. Frances Eli Coulson read a prepared statement
regarding the need for the paving machine.
City Hall Hours
Mayor Dorn brought up the matter of 9 to 4 hours at
City Hall.
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Dan Reddell complained about the first hour in the
morning when the building inspector was not available.
Ed Smith also spoke about the hours being inconvenient
to the public.
Mr. Guluzzy explained the reasoning behind the closure.
MOTION: Mayor Dorn moved that City Hall be open to the
public for the complete day, 8 to 5. The motion
was seconded by Councilman Anderson and carried
unanimously.
Bus Purchase
Mr. Guluzzy reported that the City had received bids
several weeks earlier for an additional bus for the Dial -A -
Ride system but that the bus called for in the specifications
was too large for the needs of the City. He asked for
council authorization for staff to negotiate to purchase a
Wide -One bus for under $30,000. The matter would be brought
back to the council later for approval of the contract.
Council members questioned the negotiation procedure
instead of going to bid again for the different bus.
Mr. Bressan explained that the bus in the original
specifications was not being manufactured any longer and the
City could not afford to purchase a larger bus. It has the
money to purchase the smaller "Wide -One" which was more
cost-effective.
The Mayor pointed out that council could authorize
staff to negotiate and act upon the item at a later date.
It would save time to authorize negotiations now.
Mr. Guluzzy agreed that the council will still have to
approve purchase before it could take place.
MOTION: Councilman Anderson moved to authorize staff to
negotiate for purchase of a smaller bus. The
motion was seconded by Mayor Dorn and carried
with Councilman Lemons voting no.
Asphalt Paving Machine
Mr. Guluzzy reported that the bidding company would not
indicate whether or not it would allow the City to drop the
contract without prejudice or cost. It was pointed out
that a 12 percent price increase would go into effect on the
machine on the 15th of May.
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Councilman Anderson asked whether the City would be
required to purchase or pay costs to the bidder.
Mr. Bressan reported that the company representative
did not have an answer from his company which he would or
could relay to the City. The equipment is being held for
the City's decision.
Mr. LeSage pointed out that if the price increased
$3,000 and the company could sell it at the increased price,
they have already recouped the loss by not selling to the
City.
Discussion followed about associated equipment to
operate the paving program, staff training, etc.
MOTION: Councilman Lemons moved that the City go ahead
with the purchase of the machine. The motion
was seconded by Councilman Anderson and carried
unanimously.
Engineering Consultant Meeting
Mr. Guluzzy asked if the council was willing to meet
with the consulting engineers, Brown & Caldwell, on Wednesday,
May 14, at 7:30 P.M. to discuss the work to date on the
wastewater treatment plant and ratings to the Water Quality
Control Board on the present plant.
There was a brief discussion of WQCB requirements and
the present output of the plant.
Adjournment
MOTION: Councilman Lemons moved that the meeting be
adjourned. The motion was seconded
by Councilman Anderson and carried unanimously.
The meeting was adjourned at 11:18 p.m.
Recorded by:
DONALD F. GULUZZY City Clerk
By: Kathleen T. Michel
Acting Deputy City Clerk
CITY OF MORRO BAY
AGENDA - MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
APRIL 28, 1980, 7:30 P.M.
Morro Bay Recreation Hall
Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Invocation
Public Comment
A. CONSENT CALENDAR
A-1 Variance permitting Morro Bay Fire Department to burn 1052 Main
Street structure, which is scheduled for demolition, as a training
exercise. (RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
A-2 Firearms License Agreement between County of San Luis Obispo and
City of Morro Bay for use of Sheriff's range for firearms training.
(RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
A-3 Resolution No. 36-80 approving application for $635 to State,
through County Health Department, for litter control and enforce-
ment. (RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
A-4 Resolution No. 32-80 calling a Special Election on July 22, 1980
to fill two vacancies on City Council. (RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
A-5 Resolution No. 33-80 approving agreement with County of San Luis
Obispo to provide services in support of July election. (RECOM-
MEND APPROVAL)
A-6 Authorize application for two Coastal Access Grants from Coastal
Conservancy for waterfront improvements on Embarcadero. (RECOM-
MEND APPROVAL)
A-7 Application for Section 18 Transit Funds amounting to $50,000 for
maintenance shop and $30,000 for a new bus. (RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
A-8 Expenditure Report for March 1, 1980 through March 31, 1980.
(RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
B. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
B-1 Bay Ambulance request for base rate increase from $62.00 to $84.50
with additional rate increases for selected additional services.
(CITY ADMINISTRATOR WILL DISCUSS THE ECONOMIC JUSTIFICATION FOR
SAID INCREASES --HE OPPOSES RATE INCREASES)
C. NEW BUSINESS
C-1 Ordinance No. 178 amending Morro Bay Municipal Code to include a
revised section on parking, driveway, and loading regulations.
(1ST READING)
C-2 Ordinance No. 179 redefining "commercial vessels" and Ordinance
No. 180 establishing a formal dockage waiting list. (COUNCIL
WILL CONSIDER HARBOR ADVISORY COMMITTEE'S RECOMMENDATION AND
DECIDE WHETHER TO SET THESE ORDINANCES FOR TWO PUBLIC HEARINGS.)
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C-3 Resolution No. 34-80 approving an addendum to lease
and 90W (Morro Marine Engineering) to permit any of
the City's list of "Harbor Dependent Uses".
C-4 Resolution No. 35-80 approving the installation of
at intersection of Beach Street and Embarcadero.
D. HEARINGS, APPEARANCES, AND REPORTS
None.
E. INDIVIDUAL DETERMINATION AND/OR ACTION
E-1 City Council
E-2 City Attorney
E-3 City Administrator
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Morro Bay Recreation Hall
The meeting was called to order with the Pledge of
Allegiance at 7:30 p.m, by Mayor Dorn. A minute of silence
was observed in honor of the lives lost in the Iran rescue
attempt.
ROLL CALI.
Present: Councilmen Anderson, Lemons and Mayor Dorn
Absent: None
STAFF PRESENT
Donald F. Guluzzy, City Administrator
Michael T. LeSage, City Attorney
Tom McGonagill, Director of Administrative Services
John Bressan, Public Services Director
Bernie Zerr, Fire Chief
T. Keith Gurnee, Community Development Director
Al Olson, Police Chief
Kathleen T. Michel, Acting Deputy City Clerk
A_ CONSENT CALENDAR
A-1 Variance permitting Morro Bay Fire Department to burn
1052 Main Street structure, which is scheduled for
demolition, as a training exercise. (RECOMMEND
APPROVAL) Unanimously approved on motion of Councilman
Anderson, seconded by Councilman Lemons.
A-2 Firearms License Agreement between.County of San Luis
Obispo and City of Morro Bay for use of Sheriff's
range for firearms training. (RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
Unanimously approved on motion of Councilman Anderson,
seconded by Councilman Lemons.
A-3 Resolution No. 36-80 approving application for $635
to State, through County health Department, for litter
control and.enforcement. (RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
MOTION: Councilman Lemons moved that Resolution
No. 36-80 be read by title only. The
motion was seconded by Councilman Anderson
and carried unanimously.
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Mr. Guluzzy read Resolution 36-80 by
"Resolution approving the application
funds under the State Litter Control,
and Resource Recovery Fund."
title only.
for grant
Recycling,
MOTION: Councilman Lemons moved that Resolution
No. 36-80 be approved. The motion was
seconded by Councilman Anderson and
carried unanimously on a roll call vote.
A-4 Resolution No. 34-80 calling a Special Election on
July 22, 1980, to fill two vacancies on City Council.
(RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
MOTION: Councilman Anderson moved that Resolution
No. 3f480 be read by title only. The
motion was seconded by Councilman Lemons
and carried unanimously.
Mr. Guluzzy read Resolution No. 34-80 by title only.
"Resolution of the City Council of the City of Morro
Bay calling and giving notice of the holding of a
Special Municipal Election to be held in said city
on Tuesday, July 22, 1980, for the election of certain
officers of said city as required by the provisions
of the State of California relating to general law
cities."
MOTION: Councilman Anderson moved that Resolution
No. 34-80 be approved. The motion was
seconded by Councilman Lemons and carried
unanimously on a roll call vote.
A-5 Resolution No. 33-80 approving agreement with County
of San Luis Obispo to provide services in support
of July election. (RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
MOTION: Councilman Anderson moved that Resolution
No. 33-80 be read by title only. The
motion was seconded by Councilman Lemons
and carried unanimously.
Mr. Guluzzy read Resolution No. 33-80 by title only.
"Resolution of the City Council of the City of Morro
Bay requesting the Board of Supervisors of the County
of San Luis Obispo to render specified services to
said city relating to the conduct of a Special Municipal
Election to be held in said city on Tuesday, July 22,
1980."
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MOTION: Councilman Anderson moved that Resolution
No. 33-80 be approved. The motion was
seconded by Councilman Lemons and carried
unanimously on a roll call vote.
A-6 Authorize application for two Coastal Access Grants
from Coastal Conservancy for waterfront improvements
on Embarcadero. (RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
Mayor Dorn asked for further explanation of the
projects proposed under the grant application.
Mr. Gurnee that the grant was to construct new access
to the coastline using matching funds and that the
approval of the application would authorize staff
to proceed. He explained that further hearings would
be required in the future by both the Planning Com-
mission and City Council regarding the specific
projects. The locations of the projects were the end
of Marina Street and Tidelands Park Area.
Dale Mitchell spoke about the project proposed for
Marina Street and its possible effect on existing
uses. He felt the public hoist would be a problem
at this location because there were no support
facilities associated with the hoist. He wished
to go on record opposing the hoist. He felt that a
picnic area was appropriate for the site.
Bob White, a fisherman and shipwright, and vice
president of the fishermen's organization, stated
that the hoist was needed by the fishermen and would
not be utilized for unloading fish or would not be
causing oil spills which might affect the aquarium.
The addition of a public hoist would make it possible
for the fishermen to remove boat engines without
depending upon their relationship with the owners
of the private hoists in the community. He did not
believe that trucks would be parked at the location
for loading and unloading.
Mayor Dorn indicated that the council members shared
the concerns about lack of facilities and he agreed
that such a facility was needed but that the council
was not committed as to location.
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Cliff Smith, chairman of the harbor Advisory Committee,
indicated that his group had thoroughly investigated
possible sites for the hoist and this was the best
location. It was not intended as a site for unloading
fish. It was needed for removing motors and otherwise
serving the boats.
Councilmembers expressed concern about state control
over the use of the money.
Mr. Gurnee stated that this was the application stage
only and that redesign could take place during the
hearings by the Planning Commission and City Council,
but that the money would have to be spent for the
purpose indicated. The council would be committed as
to the location of the projects.
MOTION: Councilman Lemons moved that a resolution
be prepared authorizing application for
the grant. The motion was seconded by
Councilman Anderson and carried unanimously.
Resolution No. 41-80, "Resolution approving the appli-
cation for Coastal Convervancy grants - Marina Street
end and Tidelands Park projects" was to be prepared by
staff.
A-7 Application for Section 18 Transit Funds amounting to
$50,000 for maintenance shop and $30,000 for a new bus.
(RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
MOTION: Councilman Lemons moved that application
be approved. The motion was seconded by
Councilman Anderson and carried unanimously.
A-8 Expenditure Report for March 1, 1980 through March 31,
1980. (RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
MOTION: Councilman Lemons moved that the report be
approved. The motion was seconded by
Councilman Anderson and carried unanimously.
B. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
B-1 Bay Ambulance request for base rate increase from
$62.00 to $84.50 with additional rate increases for
selected additional services.
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Mr. Guluzzy explained the contract between the City
and the County to jointly provide ambulance service sub-
sidy. The County formerly provided funds for dry runs and
indigent services but this provision has been removed from
the contract. Bay Ambulance has requested a rate increase
to cover the lost subsidy. They can only raise rates with
City approval.
Mr. Guluzzy recommended a joint audit with the County
of San Luis Obispo and further study before the council made
a decision on the rate increase.
The council members concurred with this recommendation
and requested that staff make the necessary study and bring
back a recommendation at a future meeting.
C. NEW BUSINESS
C-1 Ordinance No. 178 amending Morro Bay Municipal Code to
include a revised section on parking, driveway, and
loading regulations. (1st READING)
Mr. Gurnee explained the proposed ordinance which would
allow more flexibility in the regulations. He recommended
setting hearing on the ordinance. He stated there was not
a lot'of input to the Planning Commission at its hearing.
MOTION: Councilman Lemons moved that Ordinance No. 178
be set for public hearing as corrected at the
June 9, 1980 council meeting. The motion was
seconded by Councilman Anderson and carried
unanimously.
C-2 Ordinance No. 179 redefining "commercial vessels" and
Ordinance No. 180 establishing a formal dockage waiting
list.
Councilman Anderson questioned the original Tidelands
agreement with the State which provided for use of area by
State without charge. He asked for a legal interpretation
of the provisions of the lease. . .
Mr. LeSage indicated he would check it before the
public hearing
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BAY CITY COUNCIL
- April 28, 1980
A citizen who identified himself as the "No. 2 Slip
Renter" spoke about the definition of commercial boat.
Spoke about the time which such vessels must be away from
Morro Bay in order to fish.
Mayor Dorn asked for suggestions regarding the hearing
date.
Bob White stated that the salmon fishing season closed
in mid -June. -
MOTION: Councilman Anderson moved that the public hearings
be scheduled in June, specifically June 9 and June
23. The motion was seconded by Councilman Lemons
and carried unanimously.
C-3 Resolution No. 34-80 approving an addendum to lease for
sites 90 and 90W (Morro Marine Engineering) to permit
any of the uses on the City's list of "Harbor Dependent
Uses".
Mr. Gurnee explained that Morro Marine Engineering
wished to sell the business and the prospective buyer had
wanted to use the site for a delicatessen. The Planning
Commission felt it was an inappropriate use but thought the
uses in the lease might be expanded to include the "Harbor
Dependent Uses".
Mr. LeSage questioned expanding the lease to incorporate
such a broad list of uses. The question of changing the use
at the site to such a broad range before considering the
lease.
Mr. Gurnee explained that any use in that area would
require a use permit and must be reviewed by the Planning
Commission and City Council.
Mr. LeSage indicated that if the city were to redefine
each lease, it would be giving away control.
Councilman Lemons asked if the attorney was suggesting
changing leases only to permit specified new uses.
Mr. LeSage indicated that the present system gave the
city an opportunity to look at adjacent uses on each site
and compare them.
Mr. Gurnee considered this an opportunity to remove
some restrictions and allow more flexibility in the lease.
He stated the lease holder could apply for another use just
as easily.
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Mr. LeSage felt this: might be a problem and indicated
that he was the one who would have to defend the city if it
was.
Phil Baron, the owner of the lease, agreed that the
delicatessen was a poor idea but said that the current
restriction in the lease was not attractive to potential
buyers because the restriction to "water oriented" uses was
so limited.
Mr. LeSage suggested that they apply for the proposed
new use and let the application procedure run its course.
Councilman Anderson noted that the lease only allowed
marine manufacturing, a machine shop or ship chandlery.
Mr. Gurnee indicated this was the most restrictive use.
Councilman Anderson noted that any new owner would need
approval.
Mr. Gurnee stated the proposed use permit went to the
Planning Commission and then to the City Council to decide
whether to change the lease.
Mr. Baron believed this was too restrictive.
Mr. LeSage indicated that the city did not have any
other leases which were this broad. The lessee could bring
in a particular range of uses and ask the Planning Commission
for review.
Mr. Baron indicated he had an interested potential
buyer for a water -oriented use.
Mayor Dorn suggested he follow the application procedure.
Mr. Baron indicated that potential buyers were afraid
to attempt to deal with the City.
Mayor Dorn indicated they could apply to the Planning
Commission with their proposed use.
Councilman Anderson indicated that this was a compromise
which the lessee could seek.
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Page 8
MOTION: Councilman Lemons moved that the request for a
change in the lease be denied and a change in the
lease to a specific new use be sought through
the planning process. The motion was seconded by
Councilman Anderson and carried unanimously.
C-4 Resolution No. 35-80 approving the installation of a
stop sign at the intersection of Beach Street and
Embarcadero.
Mr. Bressan provided a drawing of the intersection and
explained the proposed addition of a stop sign. He said
there were 19 accidents at this intersection in 1979, two of
which were major injury accidents. Most of the accidents
were caused by confusion as to who had right-of-way.
Chief Olson agreed with this statement.
Norman Knowles, San Simeon Stages, thought the additional
stop sign would create a bottleneck and completely tie up
the water front area. He said trucks needed a good run to
get up the hill.
Mr. Breesan stated that gaining speed before the hill
was one of the reasons for the accidents. He said the
turning lane and through lane would help eliminate the
bottleneck. Trucks would have a better chance to make the
hill starting out in low gear without trying to shift down.
June Cunningham, Brebe's Gift Shop, stated she had seen
trucks backing down the hill because they couldn't make it.
Paul Reeson said he had almost been hit at the intersection.
Mayor Dorn suggested a truck route sign.
Mr. Breesan stated he did not want to route truck
traffic along the Embarcadero, but that if a truck could not
make the hill from a stop, it did have other routes.
Councilman Anderson noted that the trucks which did
back down the hill simply used a lower gear and went right
back up again.
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Page 9
MOTION: Councilman Anderson moved that Resolution No.
35-80 be read by title only. The motion was
seconded by Councilman 'Lemons' and carried
unanimously.
Mr. Guluzzy read Resolution No. 35-80 by title only.
"Installation of stop signs on the north leg of the inter-
section of Beach Street and Embarcadero Road."
MOTION: Councilman Anderson moved that Resolution No.
35-80 be approved. The motion was seconded by
Councilman 'Lemons: and carried unanimously
on a roll call vote.
D. HEARINGS, APPEARANCES, AND REPORTS
There were none scheduled for this meeting.
E. INDIVIDUAL DETERMINATION AND/OR•ACTION
Mayor Dorn announced that Councilman Lemons had been
asked to represent the city in water advisory matters.
Councilman Lemons indicated that he and Mr. Gurnee were
present at the recent advisory meeting and reported as
follows:
1. Whale Rock Commission. Mr. Milne had asked the
Whale Rock.Commission to appoint representatives to negotiate
with District 9 with respect to betterments and cost trade-
offs on the Nacimiento Projebt when it went on the ballot.
The representatives were not yet appointed.
2. On the issue of Morro Bay purchasing Whale Rock
water on a regular basis, he indicated the Commission could
not and would not guarantee water but was willing to consider
Morro Bay as a priority buyer in the years when surplus
water exists. .This could provide water for possibly another
four or five years. He indicated that Morro Bay needed to
start now to negotiate with the Coastal Commission.
Mayor Dorn indicated that he had met with Mayor Cooper of
San Luis Obispo on this matter. He felt encouraged that a
solution might be made on a unit basis. He stated that
negotiations would continue.
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Page 10
Dale Mitchell commented that nothing had changed regarding
Whale Rock water. It had been that way for years.
Mayor Dorn indicated that Mayor Cooper was very encouraging
and they wanted a long-term solution such as Nacimiento or
some other source which may be due to the Coastal Commission
moratorium on water.
Councilman Lemons asked how many council votes were
necessary to approve policy.
Mr. LeSage indicated that with only three members, it
would require two votes, except for expenditure of funds
and approval of contracts, franchises, etc. They would
require the full three votes.
Councilman Lemons asked whether the bids for the paving
machine could be rejected.
A discussion of the matter followed with Mayor Dorn
expressing concern that the previous council had acted to
accept the bids when this council had not had an opportunity
to participate in the.decision. He felt it was a breach of
faith and wanted to reconsider the matter.
Mr. Guluzzy asked for direction to the staff.
Mayor Dorn wanted to be shown that the machine could be
used to the city's advantage.
Mr. Bressan stated he believed it would be a cost-
effective purchase.
Councilman Lemons questioned whether the purchase
should be made and questionsed the action of the previous
council.
Mayor Dorn requested no further action by staff until
the council had an opportunity to discuss the matter.
Mr. Bressan indicated that the city had good rapport
with the company and didn't think failure to purchase would
be 'a problem.
A citizen in the audience wanted to know what was being
done about the streets which were in such poor repair. He
asked what the alternatives were.
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Page 11
Councilman Lemons indicated that the council wanted to make
the best choice in this matter rather than just purchase the
equipment based on the action of the previous council.
* Council Request for Staff Action
Councilman Lemons asked for a chronological list of what
has taken place concerning the wastewater treatment plant.
He also wanted to be sure that people in Cayucos were kept
advised about the project. He also requested an executive
session after the meeting.
Mayor Dorn asked about the legal status of the action of
the previous council on the R-1 snake -farm home occupation.
Mr. LeSage asked if the permit had been issued.
Mr. Gurnee indicated that the proposal fully complied
with home occupancy privisions in the zoning ordinance. The
premises will be subject to unannounced inspections.
Mayor Dorn asked what would happen inf the council
rescinded the previous action.
Mr. LeSage indicated that since the permit was already
issued there would be some vested rights so the council
could not revoke the permit. Trying to do so might bring
on a lawsuit.
A citizen indicated that the snakes could still be
called "house pets" as was a common practice with people who
raised dogs.
Mr. Gurnee indicated that the ordinance provided
specifically for dogs but that the snake matter found a loop-
hole because it was so unusual. He indicated that the permit
allowed the sale of legal animals through mail order.
Mr. LeSage indicated that the ordinance could be changed
but eliminating this particular use would be more complex.
A citizen indicated that the council had passed an
ordinance about protecting property values and he felt the
snake farm might fall under this provision. If it was
affecting the values of neighboring properties it should
be abated.
Frank Williams indicated that citizens had spoken
before the Planning Commission and the council. He questioned
whether the use should be allowed in an R-1 zone. He thought
his neighbor was a fine person but wanted the reptiles else-
where.
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Mr. Guluzzy indicated he would discuss the matter with
the City Attorney.
A citizen indicated that many people had jobs under the
term "hobby" and that was how the snake thing started. The
snake farm operator indicated that he would seek court assistance
toeliminate other hobbies if his permit were removed.
CONSIDERATION OF COMPUTER SYSTEM AGREEMENT
Mr. Guluzzy indicated that the City needed a computer
which could handle the double entry bookkeeping system and
provide other financial services as described in tonight's
City Administrator's report. Such a system was available
in a joint participation project with the Cities of
Atascadero and Paso Robles sharing the cost of the computer.
The work load and paper volume had been increased by Proposition
4. He requested council approval of an agreement for interim
services with Alexander Grant & Company and asked that council
adopt Resolution No. 40-80 for that purpose.
MOTION: Councilman Lemons moved that Resolution No. 40-80
be read by title only. The motion was seconded
by Councilman Anderson and carried unanimously.
Mr. Guluzzy read Resolution No. 40-80 by title only.
"Resolution directing the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into
an agreement for interim services with Alexander Grant &
Company.
MOTION: Councilman Anderson moved that Resolution No.
40-80 be approved. The motion was seconded by
Councilman Lemons and carried unanimously on a
roll call vote.
POLICE RESERVE OFFICERS' RATE OF PAY
Mr. Guluzzy explained the proposal to increase pay rate
for police reserve officers from $3.10 per hour to $5.00 per
hour.
Councilman Anderson acknowledged that the reserve
officers did a fine job and certainly paid their own way.
MOTION: Councilman Lemons moved that the rate increase be
approved. The motion was seconded by Councilman
Anderson and carried unanimously on a roll call
vote.
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Page 13
BIDS FOR AUTOMOBILES FOR ADMINISTRATIVE FLEET
Mr. Guluzzy indicated that it would be appropriate tc
seek bids for economy cars and asked council approval to
reject bids received on March 20, 1980, and seek new bids.
MOTION: Councilman Lemons moved that the bids be rejected
and that new bids for economy cars be sought.
The motion was seconded by Councilman Anderson
and carried unanimously on a roll call vote.
RESOLUTION NO. 37-80: Salmon Season Extension
MOTION: Councilman Lemons moved that Resolution No. 37-80
by read by title only. The motion was seconded
by Councilman Anderson and carried unanimously.
Mr. Guluzzy read Resolution No. 37-80 by title only.
"Resolution opposing reduction of salmon season."
MOTION: Councilman Lemons moved that Resolution No. 37-80
be approved. The motion was seconded by Councilman
Anderson and carried unanimously on a roll call
vote.
RESOLUTION NO. 38-80: California Fishery Management Council
MOTION: Councilman Lemons moved that Resolution No. 38-80
be read by title only. The motion was seconded
by Councilman Anderson and carried unanimously.
Mr. Guluzzy read Resolution No. 38-80 by title only.
"Resolution supporting HR-4638 which would create a separate
California Fishery Council."
MOTION: Councilman Lemons moved that Resolution No. 38-80
by approved. The motion was'seconded by Councilman
Anderson and carried unanimously on a roll call
vote.
PLANNINC COMMISSION VACANCY
Mr. Guluzzy reported that Paul Kelsay had resigned as
chairman and member of the Planning Commission.
Council Re'gu'est for Action
The council accepted the resignation and instructed
staff to prepare a certificate of appreciation for Mr.
Kelsay.
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Page 14
RESOLUTION NO. 39-80: Request for Support of SB348
MOTION: Councilman Anderson moved that Resolution No.
39-80 be read by title only. The motion was
seconded by Councilman Lemons and carried
unanimously.
Mr. Guluzzy read Resolution No. 39-80 by title only.
"Resolution supporting Senate Bill 348."
MOTION: Councilman Anderson moved that Resolution No.
39-80 be approved. The motion was seconded by
Councilman Lemons and carried unanimously on
a roll call vote.
HARBOR ADVISORY BOARD APPOINTMENT
MOTION: Councilman Lemons moved that Doug Riddell be
appointed as a member of the Harbor Advisory
Board. The motion was seconded by Councilman An-
derson and carried unanimously.
INTERIM RECREATION DIRECTOR
Mr. Guluzzy announced that Mary Elizabeth Sanders had
been appointed as interim Recreation Director.
Mayor Dorn expressed concern about the recreation
program and stated he would like to see programs to serve
the entire -community. He expressed his intention to appoint
a task force to study the recreational needs of the community.
Leila Keiser expressed a need for a recreation professional
to fill the position.
GENERAL REVENUE SHARING HEARING
Mr. Guluzzy reported that a general revenue sharing
hearing had been advertised for 11:00 a.m. April 28, 1980,
and no one had attended. He indicated that $54,159 would be
added to this year's budget for wastewater treatment plant
upgrading. He indicated that the council would now need to
hold its hearing as required by law within the appropriate
time frame.
AD HOC COMMITTEES
* Council -Request`-for Action
The council agreed to disband ad hoc committees. Mr.
Guluzzy was requested to notify the members.
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Page 15
MOTION: Councilman Lemons moved the meeting adjourn to
Executive Session. The motion was seconded by
Councilman Anderson and carried unanimously.
The meeting adjourned to executive session at 9:50 p.m.
The executive session adjourned at 11:00 p.m.
Recorded by:
DONALD F. GULUZZY, City Clerk
By: Kathleen T. Michel
Acting Deputy City Clerk
Approved: May 27, 1980
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CITY OF MORRO BAY
AGENDA - MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL
ADJOURNED MEETING
APRIL 15, 1980, 7:00 p.m.
Morro Bay Recreation Hall
Call to Order
(1) Resolution No. 32-80 declaring the result of the election
canvass
(2) Installation of City Council
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ADJOUIUSM MEETING
APRIL 15, 1980, 7:00 P.M.
Morro Bay Recreation Ball
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Shelton at 7:15 p.m.
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Present: Councilmen Reasor, Rosenberg, and Mayor Shelton
Absent: Councilmen Cantine and Harmon
STAFF PRESENT
Donald F. Guluzzy, City Administrator
Tom McGonagill, Director of Administrative Services
Elizabeth Oakley, Deputy City Clerk
Mayor Shelton stated the purpose of the meeting is to certify the
election results and install the Council.
MOTION: Mayor Shelton moved that Resolution No. 32-80 by read by
title only. The motion was seconded by Councilman Rosenberg
and carried with Councilmen Cantine and Harmon absent.
Councilman Reasor stated the last paragraph on page 5 of the
resolution should be changed to "two" years rather than "four" years.
The Council concurred.
Mr:r:Guluzzy read Resolution No. 32-80 by title only: A resolu-
tion of the City Council, -of the City of:Morro Bay, California, reciting
the fact of the General Municiapl Election held in said City of Morro
Bay on the 8th day of April, 1980, declaring the result thereof and such
other matters as are provided by law."
MOTION: Mayor Shelton roved that Resolution No. 32-80 as revised be
approved. The motion was seconded by Councilmen Rosenberg
and carried withe Councilmen Cantine and Harmon absent.
Mayor Shelton then turned the meeting over to the City Administrator
to conduct the remainder of the meeting.
Mr. Gul.uzzy presented the Certificates of Election to Warren M.
Dorn, John Lemons, and Rodger J. Anderson.
Judge Richard Kirkpatrick then administered the oath of office to
Warren Dorn, John Lemons, and Rodger J. Anderson.
Mayor Dorn, and Councilmen Lemons and Anderson addressed the com-
munity and thanked them for their support during the campaign, expressed
their appreciation for the assistance that was rendered to them, etc.
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MOTION: Councilman Lemons moved the meeting adjourn to Monday,
April 28, 1980, at 7:30 p.m., in the Recreation Hall for
the regular City Council meeting. The motion was seconded
by Rcdger J. Anderson and carried unanimously.
The meeting adjourned at 7:50 p.m.
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DONAiD F. GULUZZY, City Clerk
By: Elizabeth Oakley
Deputy City Clerk
Approved: May 12, 1980
CITY OF MORRO BAY
AGENDA - MORRO BAY�CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
APRIL 14, 1980, 7:30 P.M.
Morro Bay Recreation Hall
.Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Invocation
Public Comment
7:50 p.m. A. CONSENT CALENDAR
A-1 Minutes of the March 10, 1980 Regular Meeting.
A-2 Minutes of the March 24, 1980 Regular Meeting.
A-3 Resolution No. 26-80: Award of bid to Howe Fire Equipment
for purchase of a fire engine. (RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
A-4 Resolution No. 27-80: Award of bid to Golden State Equipment
for purchase of a Layton Asphalt Paver. (RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
A-5 Resolution No. 28-80: Awarding lease site Al-4--offshore
mooring area --to John Kirth of Morro Bay Marina, Inc.
(RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
A-6 Ratification of City Administrator's emergency purchase of
a 26 foot Caulkins Bartender boat from City of Berkeley
costing $7,500 to replace Harbor Patrol Boat. (RECOMMEND
APPROVAL)
A-7 Approval of Del Mar Park improvement plans and granting
negative declaration. (RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
A-8 Claims against the City by: (1) Donald Eugene Leatherwood
for damage to his car by City police car; (2) LoBue Farms,
Incorporated for water damage to home from storm drain; (c)
Mervin Costa for damage to his car from a fallen tree; (d)
Emil Glende for water damage to Casa Del Mar interior units,
carports, and landscaping rock from water runoff; and (e)
The Godinez family for injury to their son who slipped and
fell on loose material on bleachers at Morro Bay Athletic
Stadium. (CITY ADMINISTRATOR RECOMMENDS THAT ALL CLAIMS
BE DENIED AND REFERRED TO INSURANCE CARRIER.)
A-9 Resolution No. 29-80: Grant of Use Permit to Morro Bay
Firefighters I.A.F.F. Local 1855 for a circus. (RECOMMEND
APPROVAL)
A-10 Resolution No. 30-80: Grant of Use Permit to Retail Trade
Committee for a sidewalk sale. (RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
A-11 Approval of amendment to SLO Council of Governments adding
City of Atascadero as a member. (RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
A-12 Approval of program supplement no. 2 to Local Agency -State
Agreement to include North Main Street resurfacing project
as part of Federal Aid Urban System project. (RECOMMEND
APPROVAL)
A-13 Contract with Merriam, Deasy and Whisenant to prepare an
Environmental Impact Report on the "Sea Harbor Villa's Time
Share Vacation Plan" project. (RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
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A-14 Resolution no. 31-80: Budget Transfers totalling $188,075
for salary increases, emergency purchases, and day-to-day
operations.
B. NEW BUSINESS
None.
C. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
8:00 p.m. C-1 Ordinance No. 177: 1979 Fire Code Revisions (2nd reading)
(RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
D. HEARINGS, APPEARANCES, AND REPORTS
8:15 p.m. D-1 Public Hearing: Bay Ambulance request for rate increases and
proposed amendments to contract by County of SLO
8:30 p.m. D-2 Public Hearing: Appeal by surrounding neighbors of Home Occu-
pation Permit granted by Planning Commission to Terry Lilley
to operate business of the care, breeding, and mail order sale
of reptiles at 790 Luisita.
9:00 p.m. E. INDIVIDUAL DETERMINATION AND/OR ACTION
E-1 City Council
E-2 City Attorney
E-3 City Administrator
MINUIFS - MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
APRIL 14, 1980, 7:30 P.M.
Morro Bay Recreation Hall
The meeting was called to order with the Pledqe of Allegiance at
7:30 p.m. by Mayor Shelton. Reverend Dear, City Chaplain, gave the
invocation.
Present: Councilmen Cantine, Hannon, Reasor, Rosenberg, and Mayor
Shelton
Absent: None
Donald F. Guluzzy, City Administrator
Michael T. LeSage, City Attorney
Tom McGonagill, Director of Administrative Services
John Bressan, Public Services Director
Bernie Zerr, Fire Chief
Elizabeth Oakley, Deputy City Clerk
Mayor Shelton thanked Reverend Paul Dear for providing the invocation
before the Council meetings for the last two years.
PUBLIC COMMENNT
Bruce Risley expressed appreciation to the City Council for the
services they provided.
A. CONSENT CALENDAR
A-1 Minutes of the March 10, 1980 Regular Meeting.
A-2 Minutes of the March 24, 1980 Regular Meeting.
A-3 Resolution No. 26-80: Award of bid to Howe Fire Equipment for
purchase of a fire engine. (RBCOMMEND APPROVAL)
A-4 Resolution No. 27-80: Award of bid to Golden State Equipment
for purchase of a Layton Asphalt Paver. (REOWMEND APPROVAL)
A-5 Resolution No. 28-80: Awarding lease site Al-4—offshore mooring
area —to John Kirth of Morro Bay Marina, Inc. (RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
A-6 Ratification of City Administrator's emergency purchase of a
26 foot Caulkins Bartender boat from City of Berkeley costing
$7,500 to replace Harbor Patrol Boat. (RECO1,1MEND APPROVAL)
A-7 Approval of Del Mar Park improvement plans and granting negative
declaration. (RECONID= APPROVAL)
A-8 Claims against the City by: (1) Donald Eugene Leathexwood for
damage to his car by City police car; (2) LoBue Farms, Incorpora-
ted for water damage to home from storm drain; (c) Mervin Costa
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for damage to his car from a fallen tree; (d) Emil Glende for
water damage to Casa Del Mar interior units, carports, and land
scaping rock from water runoff; and (e) the Godinez family for
injury to their son who slipped and fell on loose material on
bleachers at Morro Bay Athletic Stadium. (CITY ADMINISTRATOR
RECODZ ENDS THAT ALL CLAIMS BE DENIED AMID REFERRED TO INSURANCE
CARRIER.)
A-9 Resolution No. 29-80: Grant of Use Permit to Norm Bay Fire
fighters I.A.F.F. Local 1855 for a circus. (RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
A-10 Resolution No. 30-80: Grant of Use Permit to Retail Trade
Committee for a sidewalk sale. (RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
A-11 Approval of amendment to SLO Council of Governments adding City
of Atascadero as a member. (RBMI*= APPROVAL)
A-12 Approval of program supplement No. 2 to Local Agency/ State
Agreement to include North Main Street resurfacing project as
part of Federal Aid Urban System project. (RDCOMMEMD APPROVAL)
A-13 Contract with Merriam, Deasy and Whisenant to prepare an Environ-
mental Impact Report on the "Sea Harbor Villa's Time Share
Vacation Plan" project. (RECOMPIETTID APPROVAL)
A-14 Resolution No. 31-80: Budget Transfers totalling $188,075 for
salary increases, emergency purchases, and day-to-day operations.
Mayor Shelton reviewed the Consent Calendar.
MOTION: Councilman Cantine moved the. Consent Calendar be approved.
The motion was seconded by Councilman Harmon and carried
unanimously.
B. NEW BUSINESS
None.
C. UNFINISHED BUSIMIFSS
C-1 Ordinance No. 177: 1979 Fire Code Revisions (2nd reading)
(RBCU41ED APPROVAL)
MOTION: Councilman P.easor moved that Ordinance No. 177 be read by
title only. The motion was seconded by Councilman Harmon
and carried unanimously.
Mayor Shelton read Ordinance No. 177 4 }title only. "An Ordinance
repealing Chapter 14.60 through 14.60.220 of the Morro Bay Municipal
Code and Section 4300, through 4308 - Part III of Ordinance 15."
MOTION: Councilman Reasor moved that this constitute the second
reading and that Ordinance No. 177 be approved. The motion
was seconded by Councilman Harmon and carried unanimously.
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D-1 Public Hearing: Bay Ambulance request for rate increases and
proposed amendments to contract by County of SLO.
Mayor Shelton advised the Council that Bay Ambulance Service had
requested their item be taken off of the agenda and continued to the
April 28, 1980 Council meeting.
Mr. Guluzzy stated staff is still reviewing the matter and is in
need of additional data concerning the economics involved.
Terri Harns from the County stated the Board of Supervisors decided
in November not to fund the dry runs and indigents. The Board felt that
the users of the service should pay for the services and the County
should not subsidize a private company. The Board is therefore requesting
that Morro Bay change the contract to reflect this.
Mayor Shelton opened the meeting to Public Hearing.
Mr. Parker stated he used Bay Ambulance and received a bill from
them. Ile noted that he was billed for a device that was not requested
by the doctor. He asked if that was allowed.
The City Council requested that this matter be reserached and the
rate increases request along with the proposed amendments to the contract
by the County be scheduled for the April 28, 1980 meeting.
D-2 Public Hearing: Appeal by surrounding neighbors of Hone Occu-
pation Permit granted by Planning Commission to Terry Tilley
to operate business of the care, breeding, and mail order sale
of reptiles at 790 Luisita.
Mr. Guluzzy reviewed the Community Development Director's memo-
randum dated April 10, 1980 concerning this matter.
Ralph Brokaw stated he does not feel any business should be allowed
in an R-1 area; if business is going to be permitted then the zoning
should be changed to residential/commercial.
Frank Williams stated he lives next door to Ms. Lilley's house
where he wishes to establish a reptile center. Reptiles include snakes,
turtles, lizards, and crocodiles. He noted that he has lived at 798
Luisita for 17 years and has only seen one snake. Mr. Williams stated
snakes require food and their food includes insects, mice, snails, and
small chickens, which they eat alive, therefore Mr. Lilley will have to
also raise these animals. Mr. Williams concluded his comments by
requesting that the Planning Commission's decision be rescinded.
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Lee Ramsey, Attorney, stated he represents two elderly women who
live in the area. He noted that a business will have a higher inventory
than a household pet. The Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions, on
the homes in the area state that the area is for only private residents.
Mr. Ramsey advised the Council that no business license or ficticious
business statement has been obtained, yet in the March 15th and April
8th edition of Easy Ad there is an advertisement for the Central Coast
Reptile Research Center.
Mr. Lilley stated he has received a hare occupation permit. He
then read a list of various how occupations throughout the City. Mr.
Lilley noted that he has had his animals in the house for three years,
and the only reason people know about them now is because he plans on
selling them and needed to obtain a permit to do so. He stated if his
home occupation is not allowed then all the other have occupations in
the City should not be allowed. The snakes are not wild; they are
domesticated. Mr. Lilley stated a couple of zoos want to purchase sane
of his snakes, but they cannot purchase them fran soneone who does not
have a business license. Mr. Lilley read several letters from children
and teachers expressing their appreciation for his presentations at the
the schools.
Stanley Rachubka stated the purpose of residential zoning is to
keep business out. He also noted that his wife is deathly afraid of
snakes.
Mr. Parker expressed support for Mr. Lilley's operation and stated
people should not regulate what he does unless they have seen the operation.
Dr. Fred Andoli, Herbology Instructor at Cal Poly stated that he
could assure everyone that Mr. Lilley's snakes will not hurt anyone;
none of them are venemous.
A gentlemen fran the audience stated he has 16 grandchildren and
that he wants them to fear snakes or else they might see a rattler and
pick it up.
A woman fran the audience stated a place of business should be in a
co me_rcial area and not a residential area. She concluded her couTents
noting that she does not object to the snakes and feels that they are a
good learning experience.
Mr. Lilley stated he does not make enough money to move to a commercial
area.
Mrs. Lilley stated their rain source of inco a cares from her
husband's painting and that the hare occupation is only a side line. She
stated that they are in hopes of getting enough capital built up so that
they can move into a warehouse.
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Mr. Campbell stated he feels the City should protect all of the
people in it. He noted that he deals with rattlers everyday and every
time he sees one he is scared of them.
Tan Folks stated people fear the things that they do not )mow
about, therefore, they should take the time to learn about these things
so that they are not fearful.
Councilman Rosenberg stated the real issue is to what extent is
this home occupation effecting the neighbors. He then stated he does
not consider fear to be a problem, nor any basis for denying the home
occupation.
Councilman Harmon noted that over the years the City has developed
criteria to determine if something is an acceptable use for a resi-
dential neighborhood. The request of operating the reptile business
falls within these guidelines, therefore, there is no .ray to legally
deny the request.
Councilman Reasor stated the elderly population are not going to
be educated, but perhaps the youth will. He then stated that fear
is something that must be considered and the people who live in the
neighborhood must also be considered. Councilman Reasor concluded
his comlents stating that he does not feel the proposed hone occupation
should be allowed in an R-1 zone.
Councilman Cantine stated he has heard that one of the snakes
got loose, and this matter has never been considered. lie then stated
that he would like to support the Lilleys and that he had the absolute
confidence in them. However, Councilman Cantine stated he would have
to deny the request.
Mayor Shelton stated the hone occupation ordinance is not in
violation and he noted that it was recently updated. There are a lot
of people who have home occupations, but do not even have a permit.
Mayor Shelton concluded his cony ents stating he would suppor the
requested hone occupation.
MOTION: Mayor Shelton moved that the appeal be denied. The motion
was seconded by Councilman Harmon and carried with Council-
man Reasor and Cantine voting no.
E. INDIVIDUAL DETERMINATION AMID/OR ACTION
E-1 City Council
the City Council expressed its appreciation for one another's
efforts along with its appreciation for staff's efforts.
E-2 City Attorney
None.
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E-3 City Administrator
Mr. Guluzzy advised the Council that the Fire Department would like
to burn, as a training exercise, the area where the Master Mall is to be
built. He noted that the owner has given permission.
MOTION: Councilman Cantine moved that the City Council authorize
the Fire Department to burn the Master Mall site location
as a training exercise. The motion was seconded by Mayor
Shelton and carried unanimously by roll call vote.
Councilman Rosenberg stated he would like for the exercise to be
scheduled at such a time that would not be too inconvenient for the
downtown and to put up detour signs to provide the necessary traffic
circulation.
Councilman Reasor suggested that staff check with the businesses on
the surrounding block as to a convenient time.
Chief Zerr stated he wasn't sure detour signs would be necessary,
but that he would discuss the matter with the City Administrator.
Councilman Rosenberg suggested this exericise be used for edu-
cational purposes and announce when it will occur. He also suggested a
bull horn be used.
Mr. Guluzzy advised the Council that he and John Bressan attended
the Water Quality Control Board Meeting in Solvang. He noted that
monies for wastewater have been curtailed. Morro Bay originally was
rated C-5 but has not been raised to B-5 for Step 3 Construction Funding.
State approval must now be obtained.
MOTION: Mayor Shelton moved the meeting adjourn to Tuesday, April 15,
1980 at 7:00 p.m. to certify the election results.
Councilman Rosenberg stated originally he was going to make himself
available in the morning on April 15, 1980 and that he would have stuck
with this but he has heard of certain things that he highly does not
approve of. Therefore, he stated he would not be available the morning,
of April 15, but would be at the evening meeting.
Mayor Shelton stated it has been the present Council's tradition
for the past two years to meet either during the day on weekends, or
during the time when there could be full public participation. Mayor
Shelton stated because most of the Council members work, a quorum could
not be obtained for April 15th t[orning. He then stated that he feels he
has the responsibility of setting the time so that the people of Morro
Bay can attend.
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Councilman Reasor stated he would be available any time on April
15, 1980.
The motion carried unanimously.
DONALD F. GULUZZY, City Clerk
By: Elizabeth Oakley
Deputy City Clerk
Approved: May 12, 1980
CITY.OF MORRO BAY
AGENDA - MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
MARCH 24, 1980, 7:30 p.m.
Morro Bay Recreation Hall
Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Invocation
Public Comment
A. CONSENT CALENDAR
A-1 Minutes of the January 28, 1980 Regular Meeting.
A-2 Minutes of the February 25, 1980 Executive Session.
A-3 Minutes of the March 5, 1980 Special Meeting.
A-4 Expenditure Report for February 1, 1980 through February 29, 1980.
(RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
A-5 Contract with Richmond, Rossi, and Montgomery for Environmental
Impact Report on Loperna rezoning and subdivision at developer's
expense. (RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
A-6 Claim against City by Doyle Rogers for damage to his pickup
windshield caused by City truck. (RECOMMEND DENIAL AND REFER
TO INSURANCE CARRIER)
A-7 Claim against City by James Merzon for damage to car window by
Morro Bay police officer. (RECOMMEND DENIAL AND REFER TO INSUR-
ANCE CARRIER.
A-8 Approval of 1980/81 Handicapped Transit budget proposed by San
Luis Obispo Regional Transit Authority. (RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
A-9 Extension of Morro Bay Marina Lease site Al-4 from March 31 to
April 30, 1980 to allow time for staff to analyze bids for the
lease site. (RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
A-10 Intra-departmental budget transfer of funds totaling $4,596.00
for Police Department purchases.
B. NEW BUSINESS
B-1 Ordinance No. 177: 1979 Fire Code Revisions (1st reading).
C. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
None.
D. HEARINGS, APPEARANCES, AND REPORTS
D-1 Public Hearing: Conflict of Interest Code.
E. INDIVIDUAL DETERMINATION AND/OR ACTION
E-1 City Council
E-2 City Attorney
E-3 City Administrator
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REGULAR MEETING
MARCH 24, 1980, 7:30 P.M.
Morro Bay Recreation Hall
The meeting was called to order with the Pledge of Allegiance
at 7:30 p.m. by Mayor Shelton. Reverend Dear, City Chaplain, gave
the invocation.
ROLL CALL
Present: Councilmen Cantine, Reasor, Rosenberg, and Mayor Shelton
Absent: Councilman Harmon
STAFF PRESENT
Donald F. Guluzzy, City
Michael T. LeSage, City
Bernie Zerr, Fire Chief
Tom McGonagill, Director
Elizabeth Oakley, Deputy
PUBLIC COMMENT
Administrator
Attorney
of Administrative Services
City Clerk
Mr. Gaines advised the Council while he was attending the Senior
Citizens Candidate's Night at the Veteran's Hall on Friday, March 21,
1980, that Ed Nungaray,'a reserve Firefighter, came up to him and put
his arm around him and insulted him with an off-color joke (sic). He
then stated that he would like to make a complaint against Mr. Nungaray
under the City's Code of Ethics.
Mr. Gaines noted that the City has a contract with Certified
Electronics, and Mr. Nungaray had on his uniform from the electronics
firm and was servicing the sound equipment, therefore he was not at the
Veteran's Hall in the capacity of a private citizen. Mr. Gaines stated
he objected to being insulted because of his thoughts, actions, or
criticism of government.
Mr. Gaines relayed an incident that occured between himself and
Dale Reddell after Candidate's Night was over. He stated that
Mr. Reddell deliberately stepped in front of him and butted him with
his stomach to prevent him from leaving the building. Mr. Gaines also
stated that he told Mr. Reddell to either get out of his way or else
he would knock him out of the way. Mr. Gaines advised the Council
that he was going to "pop Mr. Reddell" with his fist but Rusty Reddell
grabbed him from behind and prevented him from doing so.
Mr. Gaines then read a newspaper article entitled "Precinct
Workers are Prejudice." Dale Reddell stated in the article that the
removal of certain precinct workers should be done or else they should
be watched to make sure that voters can cast their ballot without fear
or reprisal. Mr. Gaines questioned how Mr. Reddell can be trusted
when he acts like this. He then requested that the Police Department
patrol the precincts.
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* COUNCIL REQUEST FOR ACTION
Mayor Shelton requested that Mr. Guluzzy look into this matter
as it relates to Conflict of Interest.
Dale Reddell stated that Howard Gaines instigated everything that
happened at the door. He noted that he was not standing in Mr. Gaines
way, and that Mr Gaines ran into him and threatened him. Mr. Reddell
stated that his 17 year old son grabbed Mr. Gaines' arm so that he
wouldn't hit him. He then noted that he did not hear what Mr. Nungaray
said to Mr. Gaines, but felt that Mr. Nungaray has a right to his
opinion. Mr. Reddell also stated that he did not think that it is
right for Mr. Gaines to think that he can ask for Mr. Nungaray's City
job just because he thinks he has that kind of power.
Bob Ward stated he was a witness to what occurred. He noted that
he was talking and standing with Dan Reddell near the Veteran's Hall
door and that Lester Forbes was no more than two feet from his left
arm. During the conversation Mr. Gaines came up and got the attention
of Mr. Forbus and told him that he had just been approached by an
employee who had made an off-color remark to him and that he was very
upset about it. Mr. Gaines said "I will fix him, but he doesn't work
for the City, but if he has any contracts with the City I will fix
those".
Mr. Ward stated that Dale Reddell came up and was standing next
to his brother and Dale Reddell was telling Dan Reddell about the in-
cident. Mr. Gaines asked Dale Reddell to get out of his way and he
did not. At this point Mr. Gaines drew back his arm to hit Dale Reddell
and was restrained by Dale Reddell's son Rusty.
Mr. Ward stated he asked Ed Nungaray about the remark that he had
made to Mr. Gaines. Mr. Nungaray stated that he had taken Mr. Gaines
over to the side and made the remark in private.
Mr. Ward stated he was advised by Manny DeDeos, the employer of
Mr. Nungaray, that Mr. Gaines went to the Fire Department and approached
Fire Chief Zerr. Mr. Gaines told him that he wanted Mr. Nungaray to
be reprimanded, and did not directly ask for his job, but implied that
the Fire Chief should ask Mr. Nungaray to resign.
Mr. Ward noted that Mr. Gaines is the head of the City's Finance
Committee, and in this position he should not threaten to get people's
City contracts or City jobs, nor should he imply that he has this kind
of power. Mr. Ward stated an investigation should include a review of
Mr. Gaines' position and use of power --if he has such power. If the
investigation shows that Mr. Gaines is out of order he suggested that
the Council insist upon his resignation. He then stated if Mr. Gaines
belongs to the Citizens Action League that they should not endorse his
behavior and should ask him to resign.
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Lester Forbus stated he was standing a little bit to the rear and
the right of Howard Gaines, when Mr. Gaines said "lets get out of here."
As Mr. Gaines started to go through the door Mr. Reddell moved sideways
and'"belly-butted" Mr. Gaines.
Mayor Shelton stated this is an administrative matter and requested
that the participants and observers relate their information to the City
Administrator rather than airing this publicly.
Mr. Campbell stated he attended the Outer Continental Shelf
Lease Sale #53 meeting that was held on Saturday, March 22, 1980.
He noted that all of the speakers were "no oil" people and that he
would have liked to have had some "pro oil" people speak. He then
stated that he is not for or against oil development, but that he
is against the tactics used to try and influence the citizens of
Morro Bay. The representative from the Bureau of Land Management
stated that there is nothing in writing that states a 15 acre site
will be taken over from the waterfront. Mr. Campbell encouraged that
future meetings consist of a panal of the various interest groups in
the City.
Jack Hanson, President of Morro Bay Fishermen's Association
(MBFA) stated the largest majority of the fishing fleet has been tied
up because of the influx of fish that has been brought in from Canada,
tariff -free, and the modernization of the fishing fleet that over-
supplies the market with fish. The fishermen are in a position where
they cannot go fishing because they will either break even, just trade
dollars, or work at a loss. .
Mr. Hanson stated last summer a boat was selling shrimp directly
to the public, and because of a complaint from a fish buyer in town,
they were ordered to stop selling fish to the public. The Harbor Patrol
was told if any boats were seen selling fish to the public to contact
the police immediately.
Mr. Hanson stated the fishermen feel that they should have the
right to sell fish directly to the public so that they can break even
or come up with a little profit. They are not trying to put the pre-
sent fish buyers out of business.
Mr. Hanson stated the sale of the fish from the boat to the
public would be a great asset to the town financially, in terms of
attracting more tourists to the area. rt would also benefit the
buyers that are here now. The MBFA would 'like to have control and be
responsible for the condition that the fish are sold in. The only
time that the fishermen would sell their fish in this manner is when-
ever they cannot break even or make a dollar. He then requested that
the City's ordinance be changed to give the fishermen this right.
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Councilman Cantine stated he would support anything that would
help the individual fishermen to survive in Morro Bay. An economic
profile, that was done previously, showed that the commercial fisher-
men are third in terms of importance to the economy in Morro Bay.
He then stated there is no difference between a people's market to
sell vegetables and a people's market to sell fish from the producer
to the consumer.
Mr. Hanson stated it has been suggested that the fishermen sell
their fish at a street -end with a pier, but they would also like the
stipulation that they can sell their fish off of their boat. There
are about 120 to 130 members in the Association.
Mr. Guluzzy stated he would like for this request to be referred
back to staff so that a report could be provided to Council concerning
this matter.
COUNCIL REQUEST FOR ACTION
Councilman Cantine suggested a committee be formed consisting
of the Morro Bay Fishermen's Association representative, City staff,
and a City Councilman. Councilman Rosenberg stated he would agree
with the committee concept.
COUNCIL REQUEST FOR ACTION
Mayor Shelton stated he would like for the City staff to research
the request, examine all elements relating to this, and have a Council-
man meet with the fishermen and the fish buyers to discuss specific
proposals.
Dave Hunter stated he is speaking for himself and he advised the
Council that he has a small boat. He then stated he went to City Ball
to investigate the 'legality of selling his fish directly to the public.
A business license is needed and the City's rules do not consider a
boat to be a place of business, therefore, a business license could
not be issued. The State of California already authorizes fishermen
to sell fish directly from their boats to the public and the City of
Morro Bay can't stop them from doing this. He concluded his comments
by stating that he can only see two individuals, who are wholesalers,
that do not want the competition. He then questioned whether the
committee was necessary, and whether approvals from fish buyers, City
Hall, associations, etc. are necessary.
Mayor Shelton stated it is necessary for staff to look at the
effects the change in the ordinance would have, look at past enforce-
ment, and look at the effects on the community, buyer, fishermen, con-
sumer, etc.
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M'May Diffley stated she has lived in and around places where
boats sell their fish. It works in Datona Beach, Florida, and Brazil.
The fish are sold so rapidly that they do not ice them; they do not
even have to clean them. The Citizen's Action League hopes that the
Council will expedite the fishermen's request as soon as possible.
Councilman Rosenberg stated he does think that people should be
prevented from doing business just because there is already someone
else doing that same type of business. He concluded if there is not
a health problem, that he would support the change in ordinance.
Ron Baker stated he is a local fishermen and that he needs a
fish buyer. He then stated he just wants the right to be able to
sell off of his boat.
Betty Floercky, Chamber of Commerce, stated she would like to
recognize the efforts of the people who participated in the harbor boat
accident. Certificates were presented to: Jerry Mendez, Ed Williams,
Tom Stein, Steven Plowman, Stevan Van Stone, Craig Cowman, Phillip
Ease, Craig Crawford, Thomas Johnson, Carl Williams, and Carl Hesse.
Mrs. Floercky then invited everyone to attend the last Candidate's
Night, sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce, Monday, March 31, 1980,
7:30 p.m, at the Golden Tee in the Skyroom.
Mayor Shelton presented an award of commendation to Jerry Mendez
and Ed Williams for their actions in the harbor boat accident.
Mayor Shelton presented a plaque to Councilman Rosenberg for
his services as a City Councilman which he provided from October 23,
1978 to April 14, 1980.
A. CONSENT CALENDAR
A-1 Minutes of the January 28, 1980 Regular Meeting.
A-2 Minutes of the February 25, 1980 Executive Session.
A-3 Minutes of the March 5, 1980 Special Meeting.
A-4 Expenditure Report for February 1, 1980 through February 29,
1980. (RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
A-5 Contract with Richmond, Rossi, and Montgomery for Environmental
Impact Report on Loperna rezoning and subdivision at developer's
expense. (RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
A-6 Claim against City by Doyle Rogers for damage to his pickup
windshield caused by City truck. (RECOMMEND DENIAL AND REFER
TO INSURANCE CARRIER)
'A-7 Claim against City by James Merzon for damage to car window by
Morro Bay police officer. (RECOMMEND DENIAL AND REFER TO INSUR-
ANCE CARRIER.
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Page 6
A-8 Approval of 1980/81 Handicapped Transit budget proposed by San
Luis Obispo Regional Transit Authority. (RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
A-9 Extension of Morro Bay Marina Lease site Al-4 from March 31 to
April 30, 1980 to allow time for staff to analyze bids for the
lease site. (RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
A-10 Intra-departmental budget transfer of funds totaling $4,596.00
for Police Department purchases.
Mayor Shelton reviewed the Consent Calendar and stated that items
A-6 and A-7 should be pulled, per staff request, because the claims
have been paid.
MOTION: Councilman Cantine moved that items A-1 through A-5 and
A-8 through A-10 be approved. The motion was seconded by
Councilman Reasor and carried by roll call vote with
Councilman Harmon absent.
B. NEW BUSINESS
B-1 Ordinance No. 177: 1979 Fire Code Revisions (1st reading).
Chief Zerr reviewed the following significant changes to the
Fire Code that are being proposed:
(1) Require automatic fire extinguishing equipment over cooking
surfaces. Kitchens of commercial establishments.
(2) Requires metal trash cans in -lieu of plastic ones.
(3) Requires gas meters to be protected from vehicular damage.
(4) Requires all decorative material in places of public assembly
to be fire retardent treated.
(5) Requires paint spray booths to have automatic fire extinguishing
equipment.
(6) Any building constructed hereafter that exceeds 10,000 square
feet shall be provided with an automatic fire sprinkler system.
(7) Citation powers given to firemen to enforce the Fire Code.
Councilman Rosenberg asked if item #2 applied to residences.
Chief Zerr stated #2 is only applicable to commercial businesses.
Mr. Campbell questioned the need to have the gas meters protected
as stated in #3.
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MOTION: Councilman Rosenberg moved that Ordinance No. 177 be read
by title only. The motion was seconded by Councilman Cantine
and carried with Councilman Harmon absent.
Mr. Guluzzy read Ordinance No. 177 by title only. "An Ordinance
repealing Chapter 14.60 through 14.60.220 of the Morro Bay Municipal
Code and Section 4300 through 4308, Part III of Ordinance No. 15".
MOTION: Councilman Rosenberg moved this constitute the first reading
of Ordinance No. 177. The motion was seconded by Councilman
Cantine and carried by roll call vote with Councilman Harmon
absent.
C. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
None.
D. HEARINGS, APPEARANCES, AND REPORTS
D-1 Public Hearing: Conflict of Interest Code.
No public comments were offered.
MOTION: Mayor Shelton moved that the Conflict of Interest Code be
read by title only. The motion was seconded by Councilman
Cantine and carried with Councilman Harmon absent.
Mr. Guluzzy read by title only: "Conflict of Interest Code of
the City of Morro Bay."
MOTION: Councilman Rosenberg moved that all of the Conflict of
Interest Codes for the various City departments be accepted
and approved by the City Council serving as Code Reviewing
Body. The motion was seconded by Mayor Shelton and carried
with Councilman Harmon absent.
Break: 8:50 p.m. Reconvened: 9:00 p.m.
E. INDIVIDUAL DETERMINATION AND/OR ACTION
E-1 City Council
Councilman Reasor requested an Executive Session to discuss
personnel.
Councilman Cantine stated he would like to have a report con-
cerning the dog problem in Morro Bay.
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COUNCIL REQUEST FOR ACTION
Councilman Cantine stated he is concerned with the safety of
the eldery and the children in Morro Bay. He then stated that he
wants staff to research this matter further, whereby action can be
taken immediately, at a local level, rather than having to wait for
the County. Councilman Cantine concluded his comments stating that
he would like to have this looked into for discussion during budget
time.
COUNCIL REQUEST FOR ACTION
Mayor Shelton suggested the City look into contracting with a
private individual to handle the dogs.
COUNCIL REQUEST FOR ACTION
Councilman Rosenberg stated he would like to see various alterna-
tives developed to be discussed at budget time. He suggested stiffer
penalties be looked into, raise the fines for dog owners to pay,
designate a specific day to pick up all unleashed dogs in a parti-
cular area, etc.
Mr. Campbell stated one of the enjoyments people have in Morro
Bay is being able to walk from place to place, however, this cannot
always be done because of the dogs running loose. He then suggested
that small signs be posted in the parks stating that dogs must be on
a leash.
* COUNCIL REQUEST FOR ACTION
Mayor Shelton stated he would like staff to research this matter
and bring it back during budget review.
Francis Colson stated the dogs in her neighborhood run up and
down the streets loose, the owners pay the fines whenever their dogs
are picked up, but the dogs still run loose. Therefore, the fines
should be doubled. She noted that a lot of people who live in the
valley come over to Morro Bay with their dogs and cats and dump them
here and leave.
Mayor Shelton stated the Pacific Fishery Management Council has
recommended to the Secretary of Commerce that the salmon season be
closed to commercial fishing stop at Cape Vizcaino; this would effect
a good portion of Morro Bay's fishermen. This will go to the Depart-
ment of Commerce for a 45 day review period. He then reviewed a
bulletin from the Pacific Coast Federation of Fishermen's Association
that states that the two week closure in June and four week closure
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Mr. Guluzzy advised the Council that Police Chief Al Olson has
been researching the problem. For the,period covering July through
December, 1979 the following 93 calls were made:
TYPE OF CALL TOTAL
Lease Law 26
Barking Dog 62
Dog Bite 4
Miscellaneous 1
TOTAL 93
Mr. Guluzzy noted that the County Animal Control Service received
195 calls from July through December, 1979 from citizens of Morro Bay
relative to lease law violations. Those calls represent approximately
10 percent of the total calls received in other cities and county
areas for the same type of violation. He then noted during the six
month period that 90 percent of the total citations issued by the
Animal Regulation were for violation of the leash law; 10 percent were
licensing violations; and of the total citations issued 30 percent were
issued to non-residents of Morro Bay.
Mr. Guluzzy stated staff has two alternatives:
(1) Upgrade current contract for animal control with San Luis Obispo
Department of Animal Regulations. With an increase in contract,
also comes additional cost for the subsequent increased services.
(2) Hire additional City personnel to operate an animal services unit
for the City. Additional expenses would include the hiring of
personnel, equipment, vehicles, training, maintenance, supplies,
housing, vetrinary health care, etc. For a City to operate its
own animal services unit is an extremely expensive proposition
which cannot be offset by the generated revenues of the unit.
Mr. Guluzzy noted that the Police Chief feels that there is not
an excessive, significant animal problem in Morro Bay and he recom-
mends the following:
(1) Renew, in June, the contractual agreement between the City of
Morro Bay and the County Animal Regulation Department, with the
same level of services currently provided.
(2) Continue having police officers enforce the provisions of the
Morro Bay Municipal Code relating to violations of the leash
law and issue citations to owners of animals in violation of
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would mean about 17% to 41% decrease in the income for the commercial
fishermen. Mayor Shelton then stated that he would like to ask the
Council to adopt a resolution to be sent to the Department of Commerce
indicating the economic effect of such a closure, and request that
the closure period at Cape Vizcaino be reconsidered.
Councilman Rosenberg stated without studying the issue further,
and knowing why the closure is being proposed, that he could not
support the resolution.
Councilman Cantine stated he would like to receive a report from
the Fishermen's Association concerning this matter.
COUNCIL REQUEST FOR ACTION
The City Council requested that this matter be scheduled for the
April 14, 1980 Council meeting.
Councilman Rosenberg requested that two resolutions be formulated
for the meeting; (1) expressing concern, and (2) opposition.
Mayor Shelton addressed the issue of "Item Pricing" that was
brought up by the Retail Clerks International Union Local 899 re-
questing that the City adopt an ordinance relating to the pricing
of consumer commodities in grocery stores that use automatic checkout
systems.
Councilman Rosenberg stated that he has no problem with adopting
an ordinance that requires a price be displayed for each type of item,
but that does not feel that each individual item should have a price
upon it. He then stated he is concerned with the word "each" in item
"b" .
Councilman Reasor stated the error rate is very high with item
pricing. He then stated since -automatic checkout systems are not in
Morro Bay, and probably will not be for awhile, he suggested waiting
to address the matter.
Mayor Shelton stated he would like the Item Pricing Ordinance
to go to staff for research and a report provided addressing issues,
e.g., will the ordinance be beneficial, will it be anti -consumer, will
it drive prices up, etc.
Councilman Cantine stated•he agrees with Councilman Reasor and
felt it should be held off until after the budget.
Councilman Rosenberg asked if any progress had been made concerning
the Morro Bay Aquarium seals.
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Mayor Shelton stated federal representatives have come to Morro Bay
and told the Tylers that they must conform.to the federal regulations.
Mr. Guluzzy stated he understands that the federal government is
going to give her up to three years to comply with the new regulations.
E-2 City Attorney
None.
E-3 City Administrator
Mr. Guluzzy stated the Public Services Director is recommending
a stop sign be installed at Embarcadero and Beach and this will be
scheduled for a public hearing at the next meeting.
Mr. Guluzzy advised the Council that he and the Finance Director
would be going to Sacramento on March 26, 1980 to meet with the State
Controller concerning the State bailout funds.
Mr. Guluzzy stated he is still researching the feasibility of a
Joint Powers Agreement between Morro Bay, Paso Robles, and Atascadero
for a computer system. He also noted that he met with Alexander Grant
and Company and would be meeting with Optimum Services on Friday,
March 28, 1980.
Councilman Rosenberg stated his computer firm has made a quote
to provide computer services for Morro Bay. He then stated initially
he served on the committee in a consultant capacity to make recommen-
dations concerning the process, setting up a time schedule, answering
questions, procedures that the City should use, etc. After this he
was no longer involved until about four weeks ago. Councilman Rosenberg
stated Hewlett Packard came to his firm and they advised him that they
had received requests for a JPA system and since he has a local branch
they asked him if he wanted to bid on it. Councilman Rosenberg
checked with the City Attorney concerning a possible conflict of
interest and was advised that as long as he didn't take any vote on
it, or was involved in any way then there would be no problem.
Mr. Guluzzy advised the Council that several bid awards would
be scheduled at the April 14, 1980 meeting. He also noted that all
of the budget transfers would be scheduled too.
Mayor Shelton stated there would not be a Study Session on
March 26, 1980.
MOTION: Mayor Shelton moved the meeting adjourn to Executive
Session to discuss personnel. The motion was seconded
by Councilman Reasor and carried with Councilman Harmon
absent.
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The meeting adjourned to Executive Session at 10:04 p.m. and
returned to Regular Session at 10:25 p.m.
MOTION: Mayor Shelton moved the meeting adjourn to Monday, April 14,
1980, at 7:30 p.m. for a regular meeting. The motion was
seconded by Councilman Cantine and carried with Councilman
Harmon absent.
The meeting adjourned at 10:25 p.m.
Recorded by:
DONALD F. GULUZZY, City Clerk
By: Elizabeth Oakley
Deputy City Clerk
CITY OF MORRO BAY
AGENDA - PUBLIC FORUM
MARCH 21, 1980 3:00 P.M.
Morro Bay Recreation Hall
Outer Continental Shelf Lease Sale #53: Program Participants
(1) Honorable Leon Panetta, Congressman (16th District)
(2) Honorable Kurt Kupper, San Luis Obispo County Board of Supervisor
(3) Mr. T. Keith Gurnee, Morro Bay Community Development Director
(4) Mr. William Grant, Bureau of Land Management Representative
(5) Mr. Henry Meyer, Audubon Society Representative
(6) Mr. Ron Decarli, San Luis Obispo County Planning Representative
(7) Honorable Henry Mello, Assemblyman (28th District)
QUESTIONS, ANSWERS, AND TESTIMONY
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STUDY SESSION
MARCH 12, 1980, 5:15 p.m.
Morro Bay Recreation Hall
The meeting was called to order at 5:30 p.m. by Mayor Shelton.
ROLL CALL
Present: Councilmen Harmon, Reasor, and Mayor Shelton
Absent: Councilmen Cantine and Rosenberg
STAFF PRESENT
Donald F. Guluzzy, City Administrator
Angela Grenz, Environmental Engineer
Elizabeth Oakley, Deputy City Clerk
(1) Brown and Caldwell Status Report
Mr.'Guluzzy stated the meeting was advertised for the purpose of
providing a status report concerning the Water Management Plan. He
then provided some background information about the City's grant con-
ditions imposed by the State. Mr. Guluzzy concluded his comments
noting additional progress reports would be made on May 14, 1980 and
June 9, 1980 to discuss the Water Management Plan and Reclamation
Scheme.
Angela Grenz introduced Lynn Hartford, Vice President of Brown
and Caldwell.
Mr. Hartford stated he and Tom Sheahan the Project Manager, will:
(1) review the study objectives, (2) review what the output of the
study will be, (3) discuss the groundwater mechanics as to what is
happening in the acquifer, and (4) discuss saltwater intrusion --when
it is and is not occurring.
Mr. Sheahan stated the purpose of the study is to comply with a
condition established by the State Water Resources Control Board for
grant funding of the wastewater project. The second purpose of the
study is to define, based upon available data, and within time con-
straints, what is the best plan for the City to follow in managing its
available water supplies. He then stated in reviewing the study Brown
and Caldwell (B & C) 'determined that the final Water'Management Plan
was something much larger in scope then what could be done within a
few months of time and within a limited budget, therefore, a two -phased
approach was devised. The items that could be done given the constraints
of existing data and the answers that are anticipated to be provided are
called Phase I. One of the elements of Phase I is to decide what needs
to be done to finalize the plan. B & C put together, and had approved
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Page 2
by the State Board, a statement of output of the study. He then refe-
renced Phase I Preliminary Groundwater Basin Management Plan items
1-12. All things that are not included within Phase I will be the
basis of Phase II. The study has been set up to deal with available
data. Some of the data is very good; there are some areas in which
there is very little or no data. He noted if the study were to be
held up until the data was available it would take many years.
Mr. Sheahan reviewed the following three elements of the Scope
of Work: (1) Establish existing situation by looking at the hydro-
logic budget, groundwater quality, historical trends, water quality
standards, and water demand; (2) Reclamation as a potential element
of a Water Management Plan. B & C will be looking at how modifica-
tions to the extraction plan could be implemented to improve water
supply and perhaps water quality; (3) Review the background informa-
tion, compare the various elements, and develop a preliminary Water
Management Plan. The plan will be presented in detail showing the
costs involved and will develop an implementation scheme.
Mr. Sheahan then reviewed the B & C staff who are working on
the project. He noted that all of the work is being done from the
Pasadena office by B & C except for water quality. Enwatts is a
subconsultant that B and C is using and their principal is Robert T.
McLaughlin.
Mr. Sheahan stated B & C plans to have a draft report by May 30th
to the City Council concerning the project scheduling. Prior to com-
pleting this draft report, Mr. Sheahan suggested B & C discuss it
with Council at a meeting. On June 9th B & C plans to make a presen-
tation to the Council concerning the final recommendations and the
final Water Management Plan.
Mr. Sheahan referenced a letter from B and C to the City noting
a summary report letter is sent to the City on a monthly basis. Its
purpose is to transmit B and C's invoice and keep the City advised of
the status of the project.
Councilman Reasor questioned the potential safe yields out of the
existing basins.
Mr. Sheahan stated safe yields can only be considered in terms
of overdraft and vice versa. The most definitive definition of this
term has resulted through the San Fernando Groundwater Judification
Case and the court held that an overdraft occurs when extractions
exceed the safe yield plus temporary surplus. Temporary surplus is
the amount of water that can be pumped from a basin to provide storage
space for surface water that would be wasted during wet years.
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Mayor Shelton asked if B & C's study would be able to provide
the Council with a conclusion concerning low water yield from drought
conditions.
Mr. Sheahan stated B & C will have to give their best judgement
as to what the long-term yields from the Morro and Chorro creek ground-
water basins are.
Councilman Reasor noted that people have gone to bottle water
because of the salt water intrusion in the regular faucet water.
Mr. Sheahan stated the fact that there is a higher TDS in the
water from the well, which has some indication of it being sea water,
does not necessarily mean that the amount of sodium in mass water
being supplied to the customer is harmful. The problem is not in
providing a supplemental water supply, but in properly operating the
well system so that the high sodium chlorides do not occur.
Mr. Sheahan presented several overhead transparencies depicting
the seawater and freshwater groundwater basin.
Mayor Shelton stated in the future he would like for the status
report's outline of topics that are to be discussed at a Council meeting
to be published in the Sun -Bulletin.
MOTION: Mayor Shelton moved the meeting adjourn to Monday, March 24,
1980, at 7:30 p.m. in the Recreation Hall for the Regular
Council meeting. The motion was seconded by Councilman
Harmon and carried unanimously.
The meeting adjourned at 6:25 p.m.
Recorded by:
DONALD F. GULUZZY, City Clerk
By: Elizabeth Oakley
Deputy City Clerk
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CITY OF MORRO BAY
AGENDA - MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
MARCH 10, 1980, 7:30 P.M.
Morro Bay Recreation Hall
Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Invocation
Public Comment
A. CONSENT CALENDAR
A-1 Minutes of the January 28, 1980 Regular Meeting
A-2 Minutes of the February 25, 1980 Regular Meeting
A-3 Minutes of the February 25, 1980 Executive Session
A-4 Expenditure Report: January 1, 1980 through January 31, 1980
(RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
B. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
None
C. NEW BUSINESS
C-1 Adoption of Conflict of Interest Code
C-2 Request for Use Permit: Resolution No. 21-80 Firemen's Muster
C-3 Transfer of lease sites nos. 90 and 90W and change in use
D. HEARINGS, APPEARANCES, AND REPORTS
D-1 Rate increase: Bay Ambulance Company' f'
D-2 Status report: Major projects undertaken by City of Morro Bay
E. INDIVIDUAL DETERMINATION AND/OR ACTION
E-1 City Council
E-2 City Attorney
E-3 City Administrator
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REGULAR MEETING
MARCH 10, 1980, 7:30 P.M.
Morro Bay Recreation Hall
The meeting was called to order with the Pledge of Allegiance
at 7:30 p.m. by Mayor Shelton. Reverend Dear, City Chaplain, gave
the invocation.
ROLL CALL
Present: Councilmen Cantine, Harmon, Reasor, Rosenberg, and Mayor
Shelton
Absent: None
STAFF PRESENT
Donald F. Guluzzy, City Administrator
Michael T. LeSage, City Attorney
John Bressan, Public Services Director
Tom McGonagill, Administrative Services Director
T. Keith Gurnee, Community Development Director
Elizabeth Oakley, Deputy City Clerk
PUBLIC COMMENT
None.
A. CONSENT CALENDAR
A-1 Minutes of the January 28, 1980 Regular Meeting.
A-2 Minutes of the February 25, 1980 Regular Meeting.
A-3 Minutes of the February 25, 1980 Executive Session.
A-4 Expenditure Report: January 1, 1980 through January 31, 1980
(RECOMMEND APPROVAL).
Mayor Shelton reviewed the Consent Calendar.
Councilman Cantine stated he would like item A-1 pulled because
it had not been received by the Council and item A-3 pulled for cor-
rection. The Council concurred.
MOTION: Councilman Cantine moved that items A-2 and A-4 be approved.
The motion was seconded by Councilman Reasor and carried
unanimously by roll call vote.
B. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
None.
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C. NEW BUSINESS,
C-1 Adoption of Conflict of Interest Code
Mr. Guluzzy stated the City Council previously adopted a resolu-
tion which cited March 10, 1980 as the deadline for department heads
to submit their Conflict of Interest Codes which are mandated by the
State. The positions involved are City Administrator, Administrative
Assistant, City Attorney, and the department heads. In some cases
other positions have been designated by a department head, e.g., the
Fire Captains, and the Chief.Building Inspector. The Council is the
Code Reviewing Body and must approve the Conflict of Interest Codes.
Mayor Shelton stated he did not want to approve or disapprove
the Conflict of Interest Codes tonight because (1) it has not been
published long enough, (2) it should have been scheduled for a public
hearing to allow people to address the issue, and (3) the Council re-
ceived the Conflict of Interest Code at this meeting and have not had
sufficient time to review it. The Council concurred.
MOTION: Councilman Cantine moved that the "Adoption of the Conflict
of Interest Code" be scheduled for a public hearing at the
March 24, 1980 Council meeting. The motion was seconded by
Mayor Shelton and carried unanimously.
C-2 Request for Use Permit: Resolution No. 21-80 Firemen's Muster
Mr. Guluzzy stated the firemen have requested a Use Permit for
the purpose of conducting their annual Firemen's Muster. The in-
tersection of Quintana Road and Morro Bay Boulevard to the inter-
section of Morro Street and Morro Bay Boulevard is where it would
be held. Mr. Guluzzy stated this matter has been publicized in the
Sun -Bulletin.
Mayor Shelton stated, because of the change in location, that he
would open it up for public comment. No public comments were offered,
so Mayor Shelton closed the matter to the public.
Councilman Rosenberg expressed concern with the wording of the
Use Permit Agreement. The Council previously stated they wanted to
insure that there would be clear access to the boat launching ramp.
On the Use Permit Agreement it reads: "The use of the paved roadway
south of 451 Embarcadero to the turn -around circle..." This appears
to close off this section. Councilman Rosenberg then stated he
thought the firemen were only going to use the dirt section rather
than the whole roadway.
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Mr. Bressan stated the competition would be mostly on the dirt
road area, but some activities would necessitate the use of the
paved area for a relatively short duration.
Councilman Rosenberg stated he wants to be sure that people can
get to the boat launching ramp without having to wait a significant
amount of time because of the Muster competition. He then stated he
would like to have a clause inserted within the Use Permit Agreement
to this effect. The Council concurred.
Mr. Guluzzy advised Council where ever "Local 1855" is stated
that it should be changed to "California Challenge Muster Association
in conjunction with Morro Bay Chamber of Commerce."
The City Council instructed staff to insert the changes as out-
lined by Councilman Rosenberg and Mr. Guluzzy in the Use Permit Agree-
ment.
MOTION: Councilman Harmon moved that Resolution No. 21-80 as amended
be read by title only. The motion was seconded by Council-
man Reasor and carried unanimously.
Mr. Guluzzy read Resolution No. 21-80 by title only. "Resolu-
tion approving grant of use permit to California Challenge Muster
Association in conjunction with Morro Bay Chamber of Commerce."
MOTION: Councilman Harmon moved that the City Council adopt Reso-
lution No. 21-80 as amended. The motion was seconded by
Councilman Rosenberg and carried unanimously by roll call
vote.
C-3 Transfer of lease sites nos. 90 and 90W and change in use.
Mayor Shelton stated this matter would not be discussed by the
Council this evening because it is necessary for the change of use
to be approved by the Planning Commission first.
D. HEARINGS, APPEARANCES, AND REPORTS
D-1 Rate increase: Bay Ambulance Company
Mr. Guluzzy stated that Morro Bay Ambulance has requested a
rate increase because the County of San Luis Obispo is no longer
funding the dry runs or uncollectible medical indigent transportation
charges. Morro Bay Ambulance has instituted an increase in the rates
for each city that they serve to pick up their loss from the County.
The Emergency Medical Care Committee has approved the rate increase.
Mr. Guluzzy advised the Council that he spoke with Mr. Barker of Bay
Ambulance concerning the City's contract which provides the need for
the City Council to approve all rate increases. He then stated that
he would schedule the rate increase request for the Council's April 14,
1980 meeting.
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Councilman Reasor stated if the City picks up the rate increase,
then the City of Morro Bay in essence will be subsidizing the County.
He stated he would like to know what the County's contract states
verses the City's contract and what the County's payment to Bay
Ambulance has been in the past.
Councilman Cantine stated he would like to have an explaination
as to why the City should pick up the County's share. He also stated
he would like for Mr. Guluzzy to contact Supervisor MacElvaine for
an interpretation of the Board of Supervisor's rationale for deciding
not to support dry runs or uncollectible medical indigent transpor-
tation charges.
Mayor Shelton stated he would like to have an economical impact
report outlining the figures the City is paying now, along with com-
parative rates of other services.
The City Council stated they would like to have this scheduled
for the April 14, 1980 City Council meeting or as soon as possible.
D-2 Status report: Major projects undertaken by City of Morro Bay.
Mr. Guluzzy reviewed the following areas with the Council:
NEWSLETTER
Mr. Guluzzy stated the City has published two newsletters to date.
AGENDAS
Mr. Guluzzy stated the City Council agendas are being published
in the Sun -Bulletin to inform the public of meeting items.
CITIZEN COMPLAINT/REQUEST FOR SERVICE SYSTEM
Mr. Guluzzy stated this system furnishes a means for citizens to
advise the City of their problems or concerns. The information is
then relayed to the appropriate department head for investigation
and/or action. The citizen would then be contacted as to the con-
clusions the City has reached.
NEW TELEPHONE SYSTEM
Mr. Guluzzy stated the new telephone system will centralize all
communications through the City Hall Clerk -Receptionist. The telephone
system is in the process of being installed and costs approximately
$45,000. The savings projected over the next 10 years by purchasing
this system over renting the equipment from a public utility is $75,000.
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HARBOR ADVISORY BOARD
Mr. Guluzzy stated the City Council created the Harbor Advisory
Board for the purpose of researching the problems on the waterfront
and Embarcadero area. They are reviewing the Master Harbor Plan and
the possibility of obtaining grants through the Coastal Conservancy for
instituting street -end docks, marina development, creation of a linear
park, etc.
COMPUTER
Mr. Guluzzy stated the City has been trying to deal with an out-
dated computer system that ties into the City's accounting system,
grant system, and their accountability. The Council approved $40,000
in the 1979/80 budget to deal with this problem. Staff is looking in-
to the feasibility of a Joint Powers Agreement between Morro Bay,
Atascadero, and Paso Robles. A full service organization, e.g.,
Alexander Grant and Company, is also being researched at this time.
Staff is leaning toward the service arrangement because it does not
cost as much in the longrun and can meet the City's needs immediately
without long-term problems of design. Staff will be receiving a pro-
posal from Alexander Grant and other vendors and.will submit a recom-
mendation to Council for review.
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Mr. Guluzzy stated the budget system has changed drastically;
an accountability system based upon objectives is'being set up and
functions and responsibilities are outlined based upon a new chart of
accounts. Staff is working toward simplifying this system even further
by instituting a Program Budget System with only three major line -item
major classifications.
LOCAL COASTAL PLAN
Mr. Guluzzy stated the Local Coastal Plan, and all of the elements
of the plan, will be scheduled for a Council meeting in April or May.
Because the Local Coastal Planner resigned, the Community Development
Director has had to assume this project. An individual will tempo-
rarily work on the plan for two days a week until June. At that time
the City hopes to be able to fund a permanent position; this would
be dependent upon whether the City will receive funds for Step 3 in
the process. This would be negotiated with the State Coastal Commis-
sion.
EMERGENCY DISASTER PLAN
Mr. Guluzzy stated the Mayor's organization in San Luis Obispo
County got together and directed staff from their respective cities
to come up with a joint Emergency Disaster Plan that would be adopted
by, and acceptable to all the policy leadership of the County. There
is a draft ordinance now being prepared and a draft JPA that deline-
ates organizational responsibilities.
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DOWNTOWN/EMBARCADERO SPECIFIC PLAN
Mr. Guluzzy stated the Community Development Department has
three proposals dealing with the Downtown/Embarcadero Specific Plan
(1) Owen Menard, City's Consultant, (2) Cal Poly students, and
(3) the Department of Community Development. Mr. Gurnee has de-
veloped a concept scheme for downtown/uptown which has been dis-
cussed with the various segments throughout the City. Staff is
looking into getting a more detailed explanation of the process
and preparing some kind of a pamphlet for the public. Funding for
revitilization is also being researched through creation of a rede-
velopment agency.
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
Mr. Guluzzy stated the Council adopted a 1979/80 Capital Improve-
ment Program in December, 1979.
LABOR AGREEMENTS
Mr. Guluzzy stated the Council adopted a two year labor agree-
ment with the City's three unions. He noted that there has beeni,ex-
cellent rapport with all unions and labor peace for the two year
period of the contract is expected.
HARBOR DREDGING
Mr. Guluzzy stated the dredging of the harbor is now being done
and it will be completed around June, 1980. Staff is looking into
the possibility of dredging some of the other mooring areas in the
City. An application has been made to dredge the area by the fuel
dock and it is being proposed to the Corps. of Engineers. If this
occurs, additional money would be needed than what was awarded in
the bid and it would come before Council for approval.
PROPERTY MAINTENANCE
Mr. Guluzzy stated the Council has adopted the Property Mainte-
nance Code Ordinance and it will go into effect at the end of March.
CONDOMINIUM CONVERSION STANDARDS
Mr. Guluzzy stated the Council has adopted condominium conversion
ordinance for the City.
UPDATING OF MAJOR CODES
Mr. Guluzzy stated the updating of the City's major codes: Fire,
Building, Housing, Mechanical, and Plumbing Codes were all adopted by
the Council, and that the adoption of the 1979 edition of the Fire
Code will be presented for approval during March -April, 1980.
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SENIOR CITIZEN LEASE
Mr. Guluzzy stated the Council adopted a two year senior citizen
lease agreement with renewable options which provides the Seniors
with a new center on Harbor Street.
MEDICAL AND HEALTH BENEFITS
Mr. Guluzzy stated the City has self -funded the health and medi-
cal insurance benefits through a JPA. The rates for workman's com-
pensation have remained at the 1976 level. The City has also saved
between $40,000 to $50,000 on the City's liability preminiums over the
last two years. Mr. Guluzzy stated as of January 1, 1980 the City
started self -funding the dental insurance.
LIFE INSURANCE
Mr. Guluzzy stated because there are three cities going together
for the life insurance the policy will be raised from $2,000 to
$5,000 at virtually no extra cost to the City.
CODE OF ETHICS
Mr. Guluzzy stated the Code of Ethics has been adopted for all
officials and employees.
CONFLICT OF INTEREST
Mr. Guluzzy stated the Council is presently reviewing the Con-
flict of Interest Code.
ENERGY CONSERVATION PROGRAM
Mr. Guluzzy stated P.G.&E. has done an energy audit that will
come before the City Council shortly and the City has instituted an
Energy Conservation Program. Alternate lights are being turned off
during the day, lights that have been on all night in the past are
now being turned off at night. The City is reviewing a new law
being proposed statewide by the governor, that would permit cities
to upgrade their facilities at very low and long-term interest rates.
Solar heating and cooling will be researched.
PURCHASING
Mr. Guluzzy stated the Council has adopted a new Purchasing
Ordinance and new Purchasing Rules and Regulations.
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PERSONNEL
Mr. Guluzzy stated new personnel rules, regulations, and a pay
plan will be presented to the Council in the near future. Staff
feels they need to establish standards for modern personnel admini-
stration to keep up with changing conditions of employment.
WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT
Mr. Guluzzy stated the City is under orders by EPA to upgrade
and modernize the Wastewater Treatment Plant.
The City Council contracted with Brown and Caldwell (B and C)
for the purpose of completing the 10% Design Report. They reviewed
all of the aspects of the previous City Consultants, John Carollo
Engineers, and analyzed what would be most cost-effective.
B and C reviewed the Texaco Pipeline to serve as the ocean out -
fall and recommended an entirely new outfall be built and that it be
pulled from the beach out into the bay from the existing plant site.
The State approved this and so did the Council.
B and C is looking at the Reclamation Study and the work that
had to go on relative to Domenghini's property. B and C did ten test
drillings to see if the water on the property is adequate for poten-
tial wastewater outfall reclamation. Before the City can get a
Step 3 Construction Grant, an in-depth Water Reclamation Study must
be done. It should be completed before the end of summer, 1980.
The City has been dealing with the Department of Water Resources
relative to an Alternate Site Study. Morro, Chorro,.and Toro basins
along with Naciemento are being looked at for groundwater. Coordina-
tion with B and C and DWR is being done to make sure there is no dupli-
cation of effort. This will require some expenditure of funds for
special engineering services which Mr. Guluzzy stated he authorized
as project officer.
Angela Grenz was hired as the Environmental Engineer to "bird
dog" the project. This way the City will have someone in-house that
is familiar with the project from start to finish, and will provide
the City with much -needed continuity.
On Wednesday, March 12, 1980 at 5:15 p.m. Brown and Caldwell will
give a status report to the Council concerning the 10% Design Report.
The completed 10% Design Report has been completed by B and C, Council
has accepted the report, and the State Water Resources Control Board
is now reviewing it. The outfall has been approved, but the rest of
the document has not been approved and the City is working this out
now. The amendment to the contract has been renegotiated with B and C
because the State did not approve it as originally submitted. Today
the City submitted the revisions to the State for approval.
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STREET CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE
Mr. Guluzzy stated a seven year Capital Improvement Program was
proposed to Council relative to dealing with the street and road
problems in the City. The purchase of a paving machine is necessary
and it will go out to bid on March 18, 1980. Training of the crew
would also have to be done, and the City of Lompoc will provide this
service for Morro Bay. Paving operations will begin about mid -May
and will be completed by September, 1980. The Paving Program deals
mostly with the residential streets in the north end of town. The
crews would also be replacing the warfhead hydrants, pruning trees,
street striping, and begin doing sewer maintenance on a regular basis.
WATER POLICY
Mr. Guluzzy stated the Water Reclamation Study is underway by
Brown and Caldwell (B and C). The Alternate Source Study and the
Preliminary Basin Management Plan is being conjunctively tied in with
the B and C Reclamation Study. The City is also looking at the
Naciemento project, which the Council has approved and the City has
made a tentative subscription, or interest, of 2,100 acre feet of
water. In November, 1980 there will probably be a bond referrendum
on the County ballot. The total project cost is about $87 million
dollars.
STATE WATER PROJECT
Mr. Guluzzy stated staff has been discussing the State water
Project with the Department of Water Resources with the hope that
they may fund a full reclamation scheme if EPA or SWRCB cannot, or
will not, do so.
WHALE ROCK
Mr. Guluzzy stated staff met with the Whale Rock Commissioners
in February concerning the prospect of obtaining some short-term
water (400 to 1,000 acre feet) through the Whale Rock Reservoir.
The Commission is presently reviewing the request with their legal
counsel as to what problems may exist, and what length of time they
feel Morro Bay City could have the water. Angela Grenz is currently
studying the Chorro and Villa Creek Basins that are north of Morro
Bay to determine extractions, how much groundwater might be avail-
able, etc.
Break: 8:45 p.m
Reconvened: 9:00 p.m
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS TO'STATUS' REPORT
Mr. Bressan reviewed with Council the streets that would be
repaired. He stated he had purchased a berm machine and that it
would direct the storm runoff better and preserve the edge of the
road.
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The City Council and two gentlemen from the public discussed
the creek area as it relates to its ownership. The question arose
as to whether Mr. Klienhammer owns the creek area or the City. The
Council directed staff to research this matter and report back to
the Council. .
Mr. Bressan advised the Council that lie is going to experiment
with "Petromat" and that its purpose is to extend the life of some
of the bad streets. The average life of a street is seven years.
Mr. Campbell pointed out to the Council that there are some
contractors who have done some building in the past and have dis-
figured the City streets. He then noted that they are suppose to
and repair the streets to their original condition which has not been
done.
Councilman Rosenberg asked if there has been any loss in time or
money as it relates to the Wastewater Treatment Plant, namely the
Council hiring Brown and Caldwell for Step 2 and not continuing with
John Carollo Engineers who had done Step 1.
Mr. Guluzzy stated the project is on schedule and no time or
money has been lost. The City is experiencing a delay that is due
to the State, but not because of the City or Brown and Caldwell.
Councilman Rosenberg asked if the City would have water in.a
year or two.
Mr. Guluzzy stated Whale Rock appears to be a good possibility
for an interim solution to the water problem. Reclamation also has
good potential.
Mr. Gurnee stated if the Naciemento project goes forward it has
a seven year lead time for construction. The City approached the
Whale Rock Commission concerning their surplus water. Staff advised
them that Morro Bay would be willing to purchase the water at a
reasonable price. This matter is being researched by their legal
staff. Staff advised them if it was necessary, that the City could
provide them with a Growth Management Plan showing the growth percen-
tage rate per year.
Councilman Cantine and Mr. Gurnee discussed the redevelopment of
the downtown area and the various financing alternatives available
to the City.
Mr. Gurnee stated Mrs. Grenz is working very closely with Brown
and Caldwell in their review of Chorro and Morro creeks. She is
adapting the same methodology to Toro and Villa Creek basins as she
is using with Morro and Chorro creeks. She is trying to determine
what the projected annual yield in the basin is, how many extractions
are occuring from them, and whether it is feasible for the City to
develop any kind of a water project out of those basins.
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Mayor Shelton stated four years ago these two basins were dis-
cussed. The Council was not fully supportive of considering them
because they wanted Naciemento. A preliminary study was done by the
City Administrator, but he did not have any concrete data. There are
other things that can evolve from this, e.§ , the City can find a
package for water treatment, get an agreement with Whale Rock, the
City pump water into Whale Rock from those basins, cut down on the
transporation costs and use water from the other end.
E. INDIVIDUAL DETERMINATION AND/OR ACTION
E-1 City Council
Councilman Harmon asked if it is a policy decision or an admini-
strative decision to change the hours that the City will be open.
Mr. Guluzzy stated the City is closed on a trial basis from
8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. If a lot of nega-
tive feedback is not received then staff will come before the Council
with a request to amend the City's ordinance concerning the hours
that the City will be open. Mr. Guluzzy noted that he had published
an ad in the Sun -Bulletin per the Council's direction from the Study
f Session, and that only one negative comment was received..
Mayor Shelton stated, in the future, to avoid confusion, any
policy decisions made in Study Sessions should be scheduled for a
regular meeting for discussion and/or approval.
Mayor Shelton asked the status of the grading on the Meyer's
county property that abuts the City.
Mr. Gurnee stated staff went to the County two weeks ago and
requested (1) that they not consider the work as agricultural grading,
(2) they stop the work and force the repair of the land, and (3) they
use the Environmental Quality Act as a basis for new proposals. On
March 3, 1980, the Board of Supervisors agreed that the work was
agricultural -related. On March 11, 1980, Mr. Gurnee stated he would
meet with Supervisor MacElvaine so he could explain why the Board of
Supervisors decided the grading was agricultural -related. The options
the City has are as follows:
(1) The City should keep a record of any time spent in the area
by City crews to clean up any problems associated with drainage,
slide, etc, and file claims against the County if that becomes
necessary.
(2) Put the County on notice that if there is going to be any prob-
lems or landslides in the area that the County is going to be
held responsible for it.
(3) Take a very strong approach to the County's Land Use Ordinance
and require the inclusion of some measures for grading on lands
of steep slopes, geologic hazards, scenic sensitivity.
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The Council questioned whether the City has any legal recourse.
Mr. LeSage stated the City could file a Writ of Mandate to stop
any additional grading on the property, based upon the theory that
they did not exercise reasonable discretion in determining whether
the roads are necessary, and did not answer the question of whether
an EIR is needed.
Mayor Shelton suggested the Council make the determination that
they are not satisfied with the County's land use interpretation and
therefore, would like to ask the County to adhere more closely to
SEQUA guidelines.
COUNCIL REQUEST FOR ACTION BY STAFF
The Council requested that Mr. LeSage get the background data
and check this matter out and see how this can be done from a legal
standpoint. They requested a report be provided back to the Council
concerning this matter. The Council also noted that this matter
should be discussed in Executive Session from this point on.
Mr. Campbell stated he feels that the individual that is being
affected should handle this matter rather than the City. Starting
litigation against the County is going to possibly cause problems in
the future when the City tries to deal.with the County.
COUNCIL REQUEST FOR ACTION BY STAFF
Mayor Shelton stated he attended the Miss Morro Bay Pageant and
Miss Morro Bay won the pageant and is now going to compete at the
Miss California Pageant. He requested the Council authorize staff to
look into the possibility of helping to fund Miss Morro Bay's trip to
Santa Cruz for the Miss California'Pageant. Councilmen Harmon and
Cantine stated they would not support the request. Councilmen Reasor
and Rosenberg stated they would support the study.
Mayor Shelton stated he spoke with Mr. Johnson from the Morro
Bay Oyster Plant. He then stated their process is very commendable
and recommended that the City Council support a resolution that would
support the commercial fishermen in their activities to enjoy a
reasonable amount of income for their locally caught fish. The Council
concurred.
COUNCIL REQUEST FOR ACTION BY STAFF
MOTION: Mayor Shelton moved that staff draft a resolution expressing
support for the local commercial fishermen to receive a
price that would allow them economic viability and express
Council support for avenues of individual marketing, creative
marketing, and alternative ways of marketing the locally
caught fish and authorize the Mayor to execute. The motion
was seconded by Councilman Reasor and carried unanimously.
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E-2
City Attorney
Mr. LeSage requested an Executive Session.
E-3
City Administrator
Mr. Guluzzy advised the Council that Chief Olson had met with
Mr. Hanson of the Fishermen's Association relative to police pro-
tection. Effective March 14th weekend reserve officers will be
patrolling the waterfront.
Mr. Guluzzy advised the Council that Chief Olson is waiting for
some statistics from the Animal Control concerning dogs. He is
working on putting together some data concerning the lease laws, com-
plaints, etc. As soon as all information is compiled it will be
scheduled for a Council meeting.
Mr. Guluzzy stated the Fire Engine bid will probably go on the
March 24th agenda and will require a budget transfer of about $19,000
maximum.
Mr. Guluzzy stated the A-1 lease site and the request for two
administrative cars will probably be scheduled at the March 24th meeting.
Mr. Guluzzy stated there was a collapse of the sewer outfall and
it will cost about $10,000 to $12,000. This will require a budget
transfer; the work has been authorized to be completed because it is
an emergency.
Mr. Guluzzy advised the Council that several budget transfers
would be scheduled for the March 24th meeting.
Mr. Guluzzy stated at the March 24th meeting the Award of Com-
mendation will be given to Jerry Mendez and Dick Williams relative
to the harbor boat accident. The City's insurance will cover about
$12,000 of the damage done to the boat and it is going to cost $24,000
to replace the boat.
Mr. Guluzzy stated the following three election resolutions must
be adopted:
(1) Resolution No. 22-80: Establishing Precinct Boards and Polling
Places for April 8, 1980 Election.
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(2)
Resolution No.
23-80:
Ordering canvass of Election to be held
on the April 8,
1980
Election.
(3)
Resolution No.
24-80:
Establishing Central Counting Place.
Mr. McGonagill read Resolution No. 22-80, in its entirety into
the record because of the significant changes made by the City Attorney.
MOTION: Mayor Shelton moved that the City Council adopt Resolution
No. 22-80 as read. The motion was seconded by Councilman
Harmon and carried unanimously by roll call vote.
MOTION: Mayor Shelton moved that Resolution No. 23-80 be read by
title only. The motion was 'seconded by Councilman Reasor
and carried unanimously.
Mr. Guluzzy read Resolution No. 23-80 by title only. "A resolu-
tion of the City Council of the City of Morro Bay, -California; or-
dering the canvass of the general municipal election to be held.on
the 8th day of April, 1980, to be made by the City Clerk of the City
of Morro Bay."
MOTION: Councilman Reasor moved that Resolution No. 23-80 be adopted.
The motion was seconded by Councilman Harmon and carried
unanimously by roll call vote.
MOTION: Councilman Rosenberg moved that Resolution No. 24-80 be
read by title only. The motion was seconded by Mayor
Shelton and carried unanimously.
Mr. Guluzzy read Resolution No. 24-80 by title only. "A resolu-
tion establishing central counting place".
MOTION: Councilman Rosenberg moved that Resolution No. 24-80 be
adopted. The motion was seconded by Councilman Cantine
and carried unanimously by roll call vote.
Resolution' No'. 25-80
Mr. Guluzzy stated the Department of Agriculture have discussed
with Mr. and Mrs. Tyler of the Morro Bay Aquarium the new regulations
that were promogated in 1979 in the Federal Register that would re-
quire that they provide a larger resting area for their seals.
Mr. Guluzzy stated the resolution is requesting that (1) the
Department of Agriculture reconsider its position relative to the
requirement that the seals be given more room (2) the regulations
prior to June 22, 1979 be the guidelines used rather than the new
ones, (3) staff meet with the Department of Agriculture and see if
they will reconsider their position, and (4) Congressman Leon Panetta
be asked to intercede on behalf of the Morro Bay Aquarium and see if
he can get the situation changed.
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Mayor Shelton stated he spoke with the Tylers and that the two
animals have been there for the fast 15 years'. The Department of
Agriculture has recently been funded to enforce this law. They
have indicated that additional sleeping boards are necessary and all
the animals presently sleep on one board.
Councilman Rosenberg stated he supports the proposed resolution.
Councilman Cantine stated in light of the history that exists
in this situation he suggested special consideration or a waiver of
the regulations be granted to the Tylers.
Councilman Harmon expressed concern with item #4 stating he did
not feel that the City should appeal to Congressman Panetta.
Councilman Cantine suggested the resolution be amended to read:
(1) In light of the long history of this successful operation that
special consideration or a waiver be given by the Department of
Agriculture; (2) that the Department of Agriculture recognize the
sufficient and compasssionate treatment that has occurred over the
past 20 years for the animals; and (3) in light of the very effective
performance that Congressman Panetta has rendered in other City matters,
that his office be advised of our views on this so that his assistance
can be obtained in support of Mr. and Mrs. Dean Tyler. The Council
concurred.
MOTION: Councilman Cantine moved that Resolution No. 25-80 as amended
be read by title only. The motion was seconded by Mayor
Shelton and carried unanimously.
Mr. Guluzzy read Resolution No. 25-80 as amended, by title only.
"Resolution of the City Council of the City of Morro Bay supporting
continued presence and operation of the Morro Bay Aquarium as a Distress
Marine Mammal Station in the City of Morro Bay."
MOTION: Councilman Cantine moved that Resolution No. 25-80 as amended
be adopted. The motion was seconded by Mayor Shelton and
carried unanimously by roll call vote.
Mr. Guluzzy stated the City Council originally adopted a resolu-
tion that required the polls to be open from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Staff is requesting the hours be changed to '7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. so
the hours will coincide with the other cities in the county.
MOTION: Mayor Shelton moved that the polls be open from 7:00 a.m. to
8:00 p.m. rather than 7:00 a'.m. to 7:00 p.m. The motion was
seconded by Councilman Cantine and carried unanimously by
roll call vote.
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MOTION: Mayor Shelton moved the meeting adjourn to Executive Session.
The motion was seconded by Councilman Reasor and carried unani-
mously.
The meeting adjourned to Executive Session at 11:01 p.m. and
returned to Regular Session at 11:22 p.m.
MOTION: Councilman Cantine moved the meeting adjourn to Wednesday,
March 12, 1980 at 5:15 p.m. for a Study Session to be held
in the Morro Bay Recreation Hall. The motion was seconded
by Mayor Shelton and carried unanimously.
Recorded by:
DONALD F. GULUZZY, City Clerk
By: Elizabeth Oakley
Deputy City Clerk
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Special Meeting
March 5, 1980, 5:30 p.m ..
City Hall Conference Room
The meeting was called to order at 5:30 p.m ..by Mayor Shelton.
ROLL CALL
Present: Councilmen Cantine, Harmon, Reasor, and Mayor Shelton
Absent: Councilman Rosenberg
STAFF PRESENT
T. Keith Gurnee, Community Development Director
George Chrissakis, City Engineer
Elizabeth Oakley, Deputy City Clerk
(1) Approval of parcel map MB77-352 for the Ironwood condominiums;
Dr. Saunders, applicant.
Mr. Gurnee advised the Council that the tentative map permitting
the Ironwood Apartments to convert to condominiums would expire on
March 6, 1980. Therefore, it is necessary for the Council to act
upon the tract map and the Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions
(C.C.&R.'s) before this time.
Mr. Gurnee advised the Council that (1) the planning staff has
a number of problems concerning the validity of the Use Permit that
was granted ..' the Planning Commission over two and one-half years
ago, (2) there is no evidence that a Coastal Development Permit has
been procured, and (3) there are a number of questions concerning
the interpretation of the State Subdivision Map Act. Mr. Gurnee
stated he had met with the City Attorney, and the applicant's legal
counsel and engineer concerning these issues. The conclusions are
that the Council has little discretion on final map actions. All
that can be done is to find that it is either consistent or not con-
sistent with the previous tentative map. Mr. Gurnee referenced
Section 66458 of the State Subdivision Map Act that requires the
Council's approval on a final map if it conforms with the conditions
on the tentative map that was previously approved.
Mr. Gurnee advised the Council that he feels the previous admini-
stration wrongly processed the Use Permit and tentative map, but since
the applicants have been working based upon this approval, it seems
that the City can only approve the final map in accordance with the
findings required by the State Subdivision Map Act.
Mr. Gurnee concluded his comments by stating that staff reluc-
tantly recommends approval of tract map M.B. 77-352 subject to three
conditions as agreed to by the applicant.
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Mayor Shelton asked, in looking at the total project proposal,
how many of the points are not in conformance with the City's new
Condominium Conversion Ordinance.
Mr. Gurnee stated he has, not reviewed that particular aspect in
any detail, but he could see that the Ironwood Apartment conversion
could not meet the parking, outdoor open space, or private open space
as required under the new Condominium Conversion Ordinance.
Mike Klippa, owner's agent, stated he met two and one-half years
ago with the previous members of the City's staff and reviewed the
requirements and procedures for converting apartments to condominiums.
The basic agreement was that everything was fine and the proposed pro-
ject was within the Code requirements. Mr. Klippa also noted that it
was determined that the conversion would be categorically exempt from
having to go before the Coastal Commission for approval.
Councilman Reasor and Mr. Klippa discussed the percentage of the
lot that is covered by the units verses open space.
MOTION: Councilman Reasor moved that the City Council approve the
final map subject to the following three conditions:
(1) That the applicants will comply with the notification
requirements of Section 66427.1 of the Subidivision
Map Act and copies of tenant notifications and proof
of delivery shall be submitted to the City prior to
the sale of any units.
(2) That prior to sale of any units, the applicants pro-
cure a Coastal Development Permit or clearance that
the Coastal Commission has no jurisdiction over this
project, and that if any changes are made to the
project at the Coastal Commission level, the changes
shall be reviewed and approved by the City.
(3) That Section 2.15, Page 10, of the proposed C.C.&R.:.'s
prohibiting children in the units be deleted.
The motion was seconded by Councilman Harmon.
Mayor Shelton suggested the motion be amended to read: ?'...ap-
prove with reservation, the final map only because of the legal re-
quirements of the State Subdivision Map Act subject to the following
three conditions..."
Councilman Reasor agreed to amend his motion as suggested by
Mayor Shelton. Councilman Harmon concurred with the amendment also.
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Page 3
The motion carried by roll call vote with Councilman
Rosenberg absent.
Mayor Shelton requested that Mr. Gurnee provide Council with a
report at the March 10, 1980 City Council Meeting concerning the
grading that is being done on the Myers County property that abuts
the City.
MOTION: Councilman Cantine moved the meeting adjourn to Monday,
March 10, 1980, at 7:30 p.m., in the Morro Bay Recreation
Hall. The motion was seconded by Mayor Shelton and carried
with Councilman Rosenberg absent.
The meeting adjourned at 5:47 p.m.
Recorded by:
DONALD F. GULUZZY, City Clerk
By: Elizabeth Oakley
Deputy City Clerk
CITY OF MORRO BAY, CALIFORNIA
AGENDA: COUNCILMANIC CANDIDATES ORIENTATION SESSION
SATURDAY, MARCH 1, 1980 MORRO BAY RECREATION HALL
9:30 a.m. Coffee and donuts
9:45 a.m. Handout of material for meeting
9:50 a.m. City Administrator --Welcome
(1) Form of Government
(2) Role of Administrative Assistant
(3) Relationship of Staff to Council
(4) How City Government is Organized
(5) Introduction to Department Heads
(6) City Budget --Budget Calendar and Timetable
(7) Process --How to Read It --Future Program Budget Project
10:15 a.m.. Administrative Services: Director of Administrative Services
Finance, personnel, budget, purchasing, word processing,
Question and Answer Period
10:30 a.m. Public Services: Director of Public Services
Building and grounds and street maintenance, mass trans-
portation, sewer and water utilities, engineering, capital
improvements, Harbor-Embarcadero
11:10 a.m. Fire Services: Fire Chief
Fire prevention, suppression, inspection, medical services
11:25 a.m. Police Services: City Administrator
Patrol, manpower, organization
11:40 a.m. Community Development: City Administrator
Planning, zoning, Local Coastal Program, inspections
11:55 a.m. Needs and Problems of City
Revenue
Capital Improvements
Final Wrap-up
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Study Session
February 27, 1980, 5:15 p.m.
City Hall Conference Room
The meeting was called to order at 5:30 p.m. by Mayor Shelton.
ROLL CALL
Present: Councilmen Cantine, Reasor, and Mayor Shelton
Absent: Councilmen Harmon and Rosenberg
STAFF PRESENT
Donald F. Guluzzy, City Administrator
Bernie Zerr, Fire Chief
Elizabeth Oakley, Deputy City Clerk
Mayor Shelton, Councilman Cantine, and Chief Zerr briefly dis-
cussed the Fire Code revisions until Councilman Reasor arrived at
5:30 p.m., thereby constituting a quorum. Mayor Shelton then called
the meeting to order.
Chief Zerr began reviewing the proposed ordinance with the
Council noting the following sections of importance:,
(1) Section 14.60.070: Chief Zerr stated this section deals with
removing gasoline from underground gas tanks and the need to
obtain a permit for gasoline pumpouts from the Fire Department
prior to starting the pumpouts.
(2) Section 14.60.080: Chief Zerr stated this section would be an
addition to the Fire Code. The Police Department currently has
the responsibility of enforcing this as noted in the no -smoking
ordinance. Chief Zerr felt the Fire Department should also have
the authority to enforce the law dealing with persons smoking
inside any public theater or movie house.
(3) Section 14.60.090: Chief Zerr stated the intent of adding a
penalty section dealing with the turning in of false alarms is
to penalize those individuals who do it maliciously. The cost
to the City for such false alarms includes having up to three
men respond to the call, the wear and tear on the truck, and
the cost of gasoline.
(4) Section 14.60.110: Chief Zerr stated this would require having
any physician, first aid station, ambulance company or persons
who treat or aid any person injured by a fire, explosion or
chemical burn within the municipality shall with 24 hours, report
such treatment and pertinent information to the Fire Department.
The purpose of this is to assist the Fire Department in zeroing
in on specific problems and then addressing them, e.g., holding
an educational seminar for people to try and anticipate possible
fire problems and solutions.
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The City Council expressed concern with the request because of
the burden it would place upon the doctors and felt this matter should
be researched further.
(5) Section 14.60.120: Chief Zerr stated the reason he is requesting
this section Fe added is because as the Code reads now, it would
permit individuals to check into motels and bring their motor-
cycles inside the motel room. The motorcycle could either leak
or tip over and spill gasoline, thereby creating a tremendous
fire problem.
Councilman Reasor expressed concern with the proposed wording
that reads: "...vehicle inside of any dwelling." He felt this could
also encompass garages which should not be included.
Chief Zerr suggested Section 14.60.120 read: "No one shall store,
repair, or use any motorcycle, moped or any other gasoline driven vehi-
cle inside of any dwelling except garages." The Council concurred.
(6) Section 14.60.130: Chief Zerr stated this amended section would
give the Fire Department a tool for the purpose of enforcing the
Code. He then stated there would probably only be one or two
citations written a year, but still felt the Fire Department
should have the power to write a citation, and not only the Police
Department.
COUNCIL ACTION REQUEST
Councilman Reasor expressed concern with the proposed wording
that deals with granting the Fire Department "the powers of a police
officer in performing their duties under this code, and shall have
the powers of a peace officer as provided in California Penal Code..."
The City Council discussed this section and Mayor Shelton sug-
gested police and peace officer be changed to enforcement officer.
Fire Chief Zerr suggested that this section be amended to read:
"...and shall have the authority to issue citations for Fire Code
violations as provided in Sections 14.60.010 through 14.60.220..."
COUNCIL ACTION REQUEST
The City Council requested Chief Zerr to look into the legality
of the wording of this section with the City Attorney and report
back to Council.
(7) Section 14'.60.140: Chief Zerr briefly reviewed this section
noting the addition would give the authority to remove vehicles,
vessels, or things parked or placed in violation of Sections
10.206 U.F.C.
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Section 14.60.180: Chief Zerr stated he would recommend this
section be a de so all buildings, except single-family dwellings,
which are beyond the height of Fire Department ladders (35 feet)
shall be designed so that windows and doors required for egress
or rescue of occupants can be easily reached with 35-foot extension
ladders carried on Fire Department pumpers. He noted this section
would not apply to existing buildings, but new proposals or addi-
tions to existing buildings. Chief Zerr then noted that a ladder
truck would cost about $160,000.
Section 14.60.200: Chief Zerr read the entire section into the
record dealing with the installation and maintenance of standard
automatic fire extinguishing systems, and the developer paying
50C per square foot of the proposed building for the purpose of
purchasing an aerial ladder apparatus for the Fire Department if
the fire sprinklers cannot be installed. He stated the money
would go into a fund until such a time as sufficient funds have
been raised to purchase the necessary equipment.
Councilman Cantine stated he is against the 50t charge to
developers. He stated it is impractical for Morro Bay because the
City would not be able to get $160,000 or more to purchase the ladder
in any reasonable amoun of time because there is not enough building
that takes place in the City to warrant this type of fund being set
up. He then stated if the Code is written correctly, the developers
should not be permitted to build above that which the Fire Department
can accomodate with its current equipment.
COUNCIL ACTION REQUEST
The City Council discussed the effect there would be if this pro-
vision was not in the ordinance and if it was added to the ordinace.
They also stated there was the possibility of the developer securing
a variance to get around the provision. The question arose as to
whether a variance can over -ride the code. The Council directed
staff to contact the City Attorney about this entire section and re-
port back to Council.
Section"1'4.60.210: Chief Zerr stated he would like for his sec-
tion to be required to be done by the residents of Morro Bay by
July 1, 1983. The cost would be about $2.00 for each house that
has a chimney.
Mayor Shelton suggested that a community service be provided
City for the purpose of installing the spark arrester.
Section 14.60.220: Chief Zerr reviewed this section with the
Council and suggested that Section 14.60.220 (1) be amended to
read: "At every required exit, except dwellings, and where ever
otherwise required..."
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Mayor Shelton stated he would
scheduled for a public hearing with
by Council. The Council concurred.
like for the Fire Code to be
the necessary revisions as noted
Chief Zerr noted that he had sent a copy of the proposed Fire
Code revisions to the Contractor's Association for their review and
comments, since some of the changes would effect builders.
COUNCIL ACTION REQUEST
Councilman Cantine suggested that the Rotary Club, Kiwanis
Club, and other organizations such as these be contacted and made
aware of the proposed Fire Code revisions.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
(1) Potential cost -savings ideas and potential 1980/81 budget al-
ternatives
Mr. Guluzzy stated he would like to present to Council a tem-
porary operating budget and request that it be adopted while working
on the final operating budget. He then stated because of Proposition 9
he would like to wait until after June to begin addressing the final
budget so any new legislation could be implemented by the State legis-
lature within that timeframe and the City would then know its exact
position relative to the 1980/81 revenues.
Mr. Guluzzy advised the Council that he had met with Alexander
Grant and Company concerning their computer system. He also stated
he is looking into the possibility of entering into a Joint Powers
Agreement with Paso Robles and Atascadero for a computer. He advised
Council he would keep them apprised as additional information became
available.
Mr. Guluzzy stated staff is still looking into the feasibility
of the Dial -A -Ride and would report to Council when more information
is known.
Councilman Cantine stated he does not see Morro Bay as a fixed -
route city. He then stated Dial -A -Ride is primarily utilized by older
and handicapped persons who cannot get to bus stops and get around the
City easily, or on their own. Councilman Cantine stated there would
only be about a 30% savings with a fixed -route system. He concluded
his comments stating if Morro Bay can afford to have a bus system then
it can afford to have Dial -A -Ride.
Mayor Shelton stated he would still like for staff to research
the various alternatives and provide a report to Council concerning
their findings as it relates to the Dial -A -Ride system.
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Page 5
* COUNCIL ACTION REQUEST
Councilman Cantine stated he would like for staff to prepare a
news release concerning the Property Maintenance Code that would
address some of the concerns that have been expressed by the citizens
and clear -up any misconceptions about what the code will and will not
do. The Council concurred.
MOTION: Councilman Reasor moved the meeting adjourn to Monday,
March 10, 1980, at 7:30 p.m. in the Recreation Hall for
the Regular City Council Meeting. The motion was seconded
by Councilman Cantine and carried with Councilmen Harmon
and Rosenberg absent.
The meeting adjourned at 6:45 p.m.
Recorded by:
DONALD F. GULUZZY, City Clerk
By: Elizabeth Oakley
Deputy City Clerk
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CITY OF MORRO BAY
AGENDA - MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
FEBRUARY 25, 1980, 7:30 P.M.
Morro Bay Recreation Hall
Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Invocation
Public Comment
A. CONSENT CALENDAR
A-1 Minutes of the February 11, 1980 Regular Meeting.
A-2 Bid award: Resolution No. 16-80 for police cars.
A-3 Bid award: Resolution No. 17-80 for sprinkler system.
A-4 Bid award: Resolution No. 19-80 for harbor office rental to
Coast Guard.
A-5 Joint Powers Agreement amendment to SLOCOG granting membership
to City of Atascadero.
B. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
B-1 Ordinance No. 176: Property Maintenance Regulations and Code
Enforcement Ordinance (2nd reading). (RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
B-2 Time extension of additional 60 days beginning March 1, 1980
through April 29, 1980 to Brebes concerning T-Pier.
C. NEW BUSINESS
C-1 Planned Development Use Permit: Reg Whibley, Bob Hittle, and
Brebes Morro Bay Fisheries to renovate portions of the Brebes
T-Pier.
C-2 Ordinance No. 177: Creating a merit personnel system for City
employees.
D. HEARINGS, APPEARANCES, AND REPORTS
D-1 Public Hearing: Zoning Ordinance No. 178 Amendment: Residential
densitites and consistency with the General Plan.
E. INDIVIDUAL DETERMINATION AND/OR ACTION
E-1 City Council
E-2 City Attorney
E-3 City Administrator
MINUTES - MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting
February 25, 1980, 7:30 p.m
Morro Bay Recreation Hall
The meeting was called to order with the Pledge of Allegiance
at 7:30 p.m. by Mayor Shelton. Mayor Shelton advised the public
that Reverend Dear, City Chaplain, had broke both of his wrists and
asked that the public pause for silent prayer in -lieu of the in-
vocation.
ROLL CALL
Present: Councilmen Cantine, Harmon, Reasor, and Mayor Shelton
Absent: Councilman Rosenberg
STAFF PRESENT
Donald F. Guluzzy, City Administrator
Michael T. LeSage, City Attorney
Tom McGonagill, Director of Administrative Services
John Bressan, Public Services Director
Al Olson, Police Chief
Elizabeth Oakley, Deputy City Clerk
Mayor Shelton introduced Al Olson, the newly hired Police Chief,
to the public citing some of his background and qualifications.,
PUBLIC COMMENT
Mrs. McWilliams stated she had attended the Board of Supervisors
meeting held on February 25, 1980 at which time Mr. Gurnee presented
testimony concerning Ron Myer's county property that abuts the City
of Morro Bay. She expressed concern with the extensive grading
being done and the chances of erosion and flooding taking place in
the area. She then referenced an article in the Los Angles Times'
February 24th edition dealing with flooding of property.
Mayor Shelton stated at the end of the meeting he would ask
Mr. Gurnee to report to the Council about the Board of Supervisors'
meeting that Mrs. McWilliams referenced.
Mr. Campbell stated there is an over -population of dogs in Morro
Bay, especially in north Morro Bay. He then stated that he appreci-
ates the comments made in the February 20th Sun -Bulletin concerning
dogs. He concluded his comments stating that the laws on the City
books relating to dogs should be enforced.
Mr. Guluzzy stated as far as he knows these laws are being
enforced. He then stated staff is looking at various alternatives
and solutions concerning the problems the City has with dogs.
Mr. Gaines relayed a personal experience he had concerning a prob-
lem with a dog and how he handled the matter.
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Mayor Shelton stated items B-2 "Time extension of additional
60 days beginning March 1, 1980 through April 29, 1980 to Brebes
concerning T-Pier" and C-1 "Planned Development use permit: Reg
Whibley, Bob Hittle, and Brebes Morro Bay Fisheries to renovate
portions of the Brebes T-Pier" have been pulled from the Council
agenda at the request of the applicants and will be scheduled for
the March 17, 1980 Planning Commission meetint . He then stated item
C-2 "Ordinance No. 177: Creating a merit personnel system for City
employees" would be scheduled for a City Council Study Session.
A. CONSENT CALENDAR
A-1 Minutes of the February 11, 1980 Regular Meeting.
A-2 Bid award: Resolution No. 16-80 for police cars.
A-3 Bid award: Resolution No. 17-80 for sprinkler systerh .
A-4 Bid award: Resolution No. 19-80 for harbor office rental to
Coast Guard.
A-5 Joint Powers Agreement amendment to SLOCOG granting membership
to City of Atascadero.
Mayor Shelton reviewed the Consent Calendar and Councilman Cantine
requested that items A-4 and A-5 be pulled.
MOTION: Councilman Reasor moved that items A-1 through A-3 be approved.
The motion was seconded by Councilman Harmon and carried with
Councilman Rosenberg absent.
A-4 Bid award: Resolution No. 19-80 for harbor office rental to
Coast Guard.
Councilman Cantine stated the old harbor office made a good loca-
tation for a Visitor Information Center. He then stated since the
issue of the contracts for a Visitor Information Center and Community
Promotions has not been resolved, he would like to hold off granting
the rental of the harbor office to the Coast Guard.
Mayor Shelton stated the Council gave staff direction to seek
bids for the rental of the harbor office. He noted that this may
have taken place during Councilman Cantine's absence.
MOTION: Mayor Shelton moved that item A-4 be approved. The motion
was seconded by Councilman Harmon and carried with Council-
man Rosenberg absent.
A-5 Joint Powers Agreement amendment to SLOCOG granting membership
to City of Atascadero.
Councilman Cantine provided some background information concerning
the J.P.A. for the public. The existing J.P.A. provides for any newly
incorporated city to become a part of the Area Council of Governments
by making application. He then stated there are some minor word changes
and noted it shall be called SLOCOG rather than the Area Council of
Governments.
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MOTION: Councilman Cantine moved that item A-5 be approved. The
motion was seconded by Councilman Reasor and carried with
Councilman Rosenberg absent.
B. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
B-1 Ordinance No. 176: Property Maintenance Regulations and Code
Enforcement Ordinance (2nd reading).
Mr. Guluzzy advised the Council that Ordinance No. 176 was pub-
lished in its entirety in the Sun -Bulletin's edition of February 20th.
Mr. Gurnee stated if the Council adopts the ordinance it will
become a City ordinance in 30 days and staff will begin targeting in
on the areas that have been previously discussed as they relate to
the upgrading of properties, etc.
Dale Reddell, President of P.U.R.G. stated he is speaking on be-
half of P.U.R.G. and that they are against Ordinance No. 176. He
noted the Council campaigned stating they would listen to the people,
therefore, the people are asking that the Council not take action on
the ordinance until after the April 8, 1980 election.
Ed Smith expressed concern with the proposed ordinance stating
one man will have the complete power and authority to determine what
needs to be done in Morro Bay and that he does not support the ordinance
at all.
Mr. Gaines cited an instance of enforcement that he was involved
in. lie noted that police power is ncessary to get to "the hard core
people who trample on people's rights". He concluded his comments
stating commercial vehicles should not be allowed in the residential
areas.
Mr. Stocking stated if commercial vehicles were not allowed in
residential areas that would mean that campers and trucks could not
park in these areas and that that is going too far.
Councilman Cantine stated the ordinance brings into view one per-
son to be responsible for researching and enforcing the ordinance
rather than three different departments. He then stated he supports
the ordinance and feels that the complaints made will be handled in
an appropriate manner.
Councilman Harmon noted there is a public hearing procedure and
an appeal procedure to the City Council, therefore there is not one
person who has all of the power of deciding what should and should not
be done within the City. The ordinance will not tell people what color
to paint their house, but will serve as a tool to deal with the prob-
lems in the City.
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Councilman Reasor stated the concerns he had at the previous
meeting have been resolved to his satisfaction and that he feels the
ordinance is absolutely necessary. The ordinance consolidates what
the City already has; the ordinance brings it into one central place
with one central person handling it rather than three or four.
Mayor Shelton stated ten years ago Morro Bay did not need this
type of ordinance, and that the City had the character of a village.
The ordinance will assist city staff in mitigating "clashes" that
occur between various citizens and neighbors in Morro Bay and reduce
the nuisances by providing a means of abating them. He expressed his
support of the ordinance.
MOTION: Councilman Cantine moved that Ordinance No. 176 be read by
title only. The motion was seconded by Councilman Harmon
and carried with Councilman Rosenberg absent.
Mr. Guluzzy read Ordinance No. 176 by title only. "An ordinance
amending the Morro Bay Municipal Code by adding a new chapter 17.58
entitled property maintenance regulations and deleting and replacing
chapter 17.20 with a new chapter 17.61 entitled enforcement."
MOTION: Councilman Cantine moved that Ordinance No. 176 be approved.
The motion was seconded by Councilman Harmon and carried
with Councilman Rosenberg absent.
Break: 8:25 p.m.
C. NEW BUSINESS
None.
Reconvened: 8:34 p.m.
D. HEARINGS, APPEARANCES, AND REPORTS
D-1 Public Hearing: Zoning Ordinance No. 178 Amendment: Residential
densities and consistency with the General Plan.
Mr. Gurnee stated on December 17, 1979 the Planning Commission
approved an initiated amendment to the Zoning Ordinance dealing with
consistency between residential zoning and the General Plan. The
Government Code mandates that Zoning Ordinances be brought into con-
sistency with the General Plan.
No public comments were offered on item D-1.
Councilman Cantine asked what the relationship of the proposed
zone changes has on the Owen Menard report relating to the Land Use
Element.
Mr. Gurnee stated the Local Coastal Program will make significant
recommendations concerning the zoning of properties in Morro Bay.
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Mayor Shelton expressed concern with Owen Menard's report
stating there are some real weak areas in the report. fie then stated
the Local Coastal Plan's recommendations should be reviewed in con-
junction with the Owen Menard study and work on developing a sound
Zoning Ordinance for the City from this standpoint.
The Council discussed with Mr. Gurnee Owen Menard's recommen-
dations concerning the Land Use Element, and the fact that his recom-
mendations for the types of densities being much lower than what the
City's Zoning Ordinance allows.
Mayor Shelton suggested that item D-1 be returned to the planning
staff for the purpose of examining the inconsistencies and possible
modifications in relation to the Local Coastal Plan. The City Council
concurred.
E. INDIVIDUAL DETERMINATION AND/OR ACTION
E-1 City Council
COUPICIL ACTION REQUEST
Councilman Reasor asked what the status of Bay Ambulance's rate
increase request was.
Mr. Guluzzy stated staff is still researching this matter to
determine whether they can just increase their rates without going
before the Council for approval.
COUNCIL ACTION REQUEST
Councilman Harmon stated he would like for the Council's mail-
boxes to be moved into the Deputy City Clerk's office.
Mr. Guluzzy stated he would have this done immediately.
Mayor Shelton requested Mr. Gurnee report to the Council the
outcome of his presentation before the Board of Supervisors concerning
Ron Meyers' County property that abuts the City of Morro Bay.
Mr. Gurnee stated he and Mr. LeSage had appeared before the
Board of Supervisors. He advised the Council that he had argued that
the roads are not for agricultural purposes because of the indiscri-
minate bulldozing being done on the property. The Board of Supervisors'
action was to have County staff research the matter further and report
back to the Board.
COUNCIL ACTION REQUEST
Mayor Shelton requested that Mr. Gurnee provide a written report
to the Council concerning the entire matter. The Council concurred.
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Mayor Shelton discussed the meeting on February 28, 1980, at
6:00 p.m. with the Fishermen's Association stating he would like to
have an agenda made up to include the following items: (1) staff
presentation advising what has been done on harbor, (2) breakdown of
street -end proposals, and (3) what Council can expect for the future.
The Council concurred.
Mr. Guluzzy advised the Council that Brown and Caldwell will
be meeting with the Environmental Review Committee on February 28,
1980 at 7:00 p.m, in the Recreation Hall to discuss the Water Manage-
ment Plan and the 10% Design Report.
COUNCIL ACTION REQUEST
Mayor Shelton stated he would like for a forum to be held on a
Saturday for the purpose of taking testimony concerning the off -shore
drilling, being proposed in Morro Bay. He then stated he would like
for Congressman Leon Panetta, T. Keith Gurnee, representatives from
the Bureau of Land Management, Kurt Kupper who has been spearheading
the position paper, and Henry Myer from the Audubon Society who has
provided a great deal of information to be present. Mayor Shelton
stated he would be willing to organize such a forum. The Council
concurred.
COUNCIL ACTION REQUEST
Councilman Cantine stated he would like for staff to submit to
Council proposals of the various alternatives pertaining to the dog
problems in Morro Bay. He then stated he would like to have these
proposals within one month.
COUNCIL ACTION REQUEST
Councilman Cantine stated he would like for staff to provide
a status report to Council addressing the progress that has been made
on various issues, what issues are still being worked on, and what
steps must be taken to resolve these matters. He then stated he would
like for the report to address streets, underground water system,
sewer system, sewer plant, water reclamation project, water issues,
State water project, Naciemento water, dogs, etc.
Councilman Reasor suggested that the list of 52 pending items
to be done within the City, that the Council developed about a year
ago, be utilized in writing the status report.
E-2 City Attorney
Mr. LeSage stated he would like to have an Executive Session to
discuss pending litigation.
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E-3 City Administrator
Mr. Guluzzy advised the Council that the 10% Design Report and
the amendment to the contract for Step 2 Design is still being reviewed
by the State.
Mr. Guluzzy advised Council that that amendment to the Construction
Permit is being sought from the Coastal Commission to accommodate the
new outfall.
Mr. Guluzzy advised the Council that staff is currently working
on the new Revenue Sharing Program and would report to Council as
new information becomes available.
Mr. Guluzzy advised the Council that the agreement for the Alter-
nate Water Source Study with the Department of Water Resources has
been executed.
Mr. Guluzzy advised the Council that the City will be using the
State Purchasing Program whenever possible because it is more cost-
effective to purchase most supplies and equipment through them rather
than independent vendors.
Mr. Guluzzy advised the Council that Knight, Towle, Sage, and
Johnson, City Auditors, have determined that approximately $54,000 is
still unencumbered and unappropriated in the audit report. He then
stated he would advertise a proposed use hearing of the federal revenue
sharing funds for the wastewater treatment plant, and recommended that
the 1979/80 Capital Budget be amended to include these funds for the
cost of the wastewater treatment plant.
Mr. Guluzzy stated bids for the new fire truck will be opened on
March 3, 1980.
MOTION: Mayor Shelton moved the meeting adjourn to Executive Session
to discuss pending litigation. The motion was seconded by
Councilman Reasor and carried with Councilman Rosenberg
absent.
The meeting adjourned to Executive Session at 9:30 p.m. and
returned to the Regular Session at 10:00 p.m.
Recorded by:
DONALD F. GULUZZY, City Clerk
By: Elizabeth Oakley
Deputy City Clerk
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CITY OF MORRO BAY
AGENDA - MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL
STUDY SESSION
FEBRUARY 13, 1980, 5:15 p.m.
City Hall Conference Room
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
(1) Potential cost savings ideas and potential 1980/81 budget
alternatives.
NEW BUSINESS
(1) Litter control prevention --slide show presented by Health
Department.
(2) Fire Code Revisions
(3) Personnel Ordinance
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Study Session
February 13, 1980, 5:15 p.m.
City Hall Conference Room
The meeting was called to order at 5:30 p.m. by Mayor Shelton.
ROLL CALL
Present:
Councilman
Reasor and Mayor
Shelton
Absent:
Councilmen
Cantine, Harmon,
and Rosenberg
STAFF PRESENT
Donald F. Guluzzy, City Administrator
Bernie Zerr, Fire Chief
Elizabeth Oakley, Deputy City Clerk
Due to a lack of a quorum, Mayor Shelton stated the Study Session
would be cancelled.
MOTION: Mayor Shelton moved the meeting adjourn to Monday, February 25,
1980 at 7:30 p.m. in the Morro Bay Recreation Hall for the
Regular Council Meeting. The motion was seconded by Council-
man Reasor and carried with Councilmen Cantine, Harmon, and
Rosenberg absent.
The meeting adjourned at 5:33 p.m.
Recorded by:
DONALD F. GULUZZY, City Clerk
By: Elizabeth Oakley
Deputy City Clerk
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AGENDA - MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL
FEBRUARY 11, 1980, 7:30 p.m.
Morro Bay Recreation Hall
Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Invocation
Public Comment
A. CONSENT CALENDAR
A-1 Minutes of the
A-2 Minutes of the
A-3 Minutes of the
A-4 Minutes of the
A-5 Bid Award: Re
Inc. for fire
November 26, 1979 Regular Meeting.
November 26, 1979 Executive Session.
January 14, 1980 Regular Meeting.
January 30, 1980 Adjourned Meeting.
solution No. 11-80 Telford Smith Supply Company,
hydrants and appurtenances.
B. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
B-1 Ordinance No. 176: Property Maintenance Regulations and Code
Enforcement Ordinance (2nd reading). (RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
D,2 Time extenti.on of additional 60 days beginning March 1, 1980
through April 29, 1980 to Brebes concerning T-Pier..
C. NEW BUSINESS
C-1 Lease agreement for Lila Keiser Park and water wells nos. 13
and 14.
C-2 Use Permit: Resolution No. 12-80 to Kiwanis Club of Morro Bay -
Estero for Easter Sunrise Services at Morro Bay Rock.
C-3 Resolution No. 14-80 combining voting precints.'
C-4 Planned Development Use Permit: Reg Whibley, Bob Hittle, and
Brebes Morro Bay Fisheries to renovate portions of the Brebes
T-Pier.
C-5 Zoning Ordinance Amendment: Residential densities a-d consis-
tency with the General Plan.
C-6 Cooperative agreement between California Department of Water
Resources and City of Morro Bay for a water management investi-
gation for the City of Morro Bay.
D. HEARINGS, APPEARANCES, AND REPORTS
D-1 Public Hearing: Appeals for cost of weed abatement for work
done in 1979 summer.
D-2 Morro Bay Garbage request for residential and commercial refuse
collection rate increases.
E. INDIVIDUAL DETERMINATION AND/OR ACTION
E-1 City Council
E-2 City Attorney
E-3 City Administrator
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Regular Meeting
February 11, 1980, 7:30 p.m -
Morro Bay Recreation Hall
The meeting was called to order with the Pledge of Allegiance
at 7:30 p.m. 11,Mayor Shelton. Reverend Dear gave the invocation.
ROLL CALI;
Present: Councilmen Cantine, Harmon, Reasor, Rosenberg, and
Mayor Shelton
Absent: None
STAFF PRESENT
Donald F. Guluzzy, City Administrator
Michael T. LeSgge, City Attorney
Tom McGonagill, Finance Director
John Bressan, Public Services Director
Bernie Zerr, Fire Chief
Vaughn Castle, Acting Police Chief
Elizabeth Oakley, Deputy City Clerk
Mayor Shelton presented Vaughn Castle with a plaque for his
services as the Acting Chief of Police for the City of Morro Bay
from June 18, 1979 through February 15, 1980.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Mr. Gaines addressed the Morro Bay Garbage rate increase item
D-1. He stated that this item should be scheduled under "Unfinished
Business" rather than "Hearings, Appearances, and Reports" since it
had been before the Council at a previous meeting - He then expressed
concern with the hour that the item would be discussed noting that
it is near the end of the agenda and would probably not be heard
until about 11:00 p.rh... Because of the late hour it would be discussed,
a lot of older residents of Morro Bay are not present at the meeting
to voice their opinions concerning the rate increase. Mr. Gaines con-
cluded his comments concerning this item stating that all public
hearings should be heard no later than 9:00 p.m
Mr. Gaines then addressed the cartoon that was in the Sun -
Bulletin's February 6, 1980 edition stating his opposition to it.
Mr. Diffley addressed the cartoon that was in the Sun -Bulletin's
February 6, 1980 edition by reading a letter from the Citizens
Action League dated Februry 8,, 1980 into the record. The letter
expressed the League's opposition to the cartoon.
Mr. Edward Roland addressed the proposed Property Maintenance
Regulations and Code Enforcement Ordinance (item B-1), stating he
has a trailer that he parks in front of his house in the red rock.
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Page 2
If the ordinance is not amended to allow people to park in their front
yards, and not only their back yards, then he would have some problems
because of his lot size.
Councilman Rosenberg stated he is outraged about the cartoon in
the Sun -Bulletin and that he agrees with the comments made by Messrs.
Gaines and Diffley.
Councilman Cantine requested that the public hearing items be
moved up to be discussed after the "Consent Calendar". He also
stated that he agrees with Mr. Gaines' comments concerning the
scheduling of public hearing matters.
Mayor Shelton stated the "Unfinished Business" and "New Business"
items would go quickly, therefore he felt the items should be addressed
according to the published agenda. He also noted people who are in-
terested in the public hearing items and have reviewed the published
agenda probably would not come to the meeting until later because of
the way they were initially scheduled.
CONSENT CALENDAR
A-1 Minutes of the November 26, 1979 Regular Meeting.
A-2 Minutes of the November 26, 1979 Executive Session.
A-3 Minutes of the January 14, 1980 Regular Meeting .
A-4 Minutes of the January 30, 1980 Adjourned Meeting.
A-5 Bid Award: Resolution No. 11-80 Telford Smith Supply Company,
Inc, for fire hydrants and appurtenances.
Mayor Shelton reviewed the Consent Calendar.
MOTION: Councilman Reasor moved that the Consent Calendar be approved.
The motion was seconded by Councilman Harmon and carried
unanimously by roll call vote.
B. UNFINISHEDBUSINESS
B-1 Ordinance No. 176: Property Maintenance Regulations and Code
Enforcement Ordinance (1st reading). (RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
Mr. Guluzzy reviewed the Community Development Director's memo-
randum dated February 8, 1980 with the Council. Section 17.58.020.A.7
currently reads: "Trailers, campers, boats and other vehicles or
motor equipment stored in front yard areas or in areas highly visible
from public streets, or the use of said vehicles or equipment for
sleeping or cooking purposes in areas where such use is not permitted."
Staff recommends this section be amended to read: "The use of trailers,
campers, boats, and other similar vehicles or other equipment used
for sleeping or cooking purposes in areas where such use is not per-
mitted." Staff also recommends that the Council request the City
Attorney to research the legality of Section 17.48.060 of the existing
zoning Ordinance as it relates to parking of such vehicles in visible
yard areas.
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Lloyd West stated his lot has about a two to three foot clearance
on the side yard and that there is no way to get a vehicle into the
back yard short of a helicopter. He also stated that there are quite
a few lots in north Morro Bay with this type of lot size and dimension.
Les Berg stated he owns Morro Bay RV. He then gave the City
Attorney a document and requested he review it stating it may assist
him in making his decision concerning the Property Maintenance ordi-
nance.
Vince Mackel stated his neighbor has an 18-foot commercial fishing
boat, business truck, wife's car, a camper, son's Corvette, and a
speed boat in front of his house. These things have been in front of
his house for the last 9 to 10 years. He then stated that he sometimes
has a dump truck parked there.also. He noted at one time he had two
ski boats parked in front of the house for so long that the tires sunk
down into the asphalt. Mr. Mackel concluded his comments stating that
his neighbor also has a dumpster trash bin on public property.
Walter Korbin stated there are extenuating circumstances concerning
the houses and lots in north Morro Bay that should be considered as it
relates to the ability of parking vehicles in the backyards.
James Stocking stated there should be a time limit of two weeks to
one month to allow vehicles to park in front of a house and a time
limit of about one week to allow motor homes to park in front of a
house. This would allow for people to work on the cars and for friends
to visit.
Barbara Askins expressed concern with the parking requirements of
RV's as proposed in the ordinance. She advised the Council that she
is currently doing some remodeling of her house and when it is completed
that she will only have about five feet from her boundary line. She
stated she uses her RV not only for vacation purposes, but also for
carrying things around related to her business.
Dale Reddell asked how the ordinance would be enforced, how many
people would be hired to enforce it, what the procedure for making com-
plaints would be, and will the City take care of their own violations.
Mr. Guluzzy stated there is no anticipated staff increase and it
will be enforced as time permits by the existing staff. The City has
recently started a complaint system and this could be utilized or else
the Community Development Department could be contacted directly re-
garding a violation of the ordinance-. Mr. Guluzzy concluded his re-
sponse to Mr.'Reddell by advising him that the City would take care of
their own violations.
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Carl Ansberry stated he has used the City's new complaint system
and has been satisfied with the way that the complaints are handled.
He suggested that the people who are going to report a violation of
the ordinance be required to circulate a petition in the surrounding
neighborhood of the alledged violation requesting the support of the
people in the area. This would eliminate unnecessary complaints.
Mr. Ansberry expressed concern with the 28•regulations being proposed
and stating he felt the same enforcement could be accomplished with
about 6 regulations. He was also concerned with some of the wording
of the proposed ordinance.
Mr. Makwetski stated there are a lot of'laws on the books and
there should be some type of provision that allows for people to make
legitimate complaints.
Elenore White stated she has lived in the Atascadero Beach Tract
for 21 years and that each house has a boat or a trailer in the front
yard and that is how the people who live in the area like it.
Norman La Vine stated it is usually the responsible people that
have to "pay for the various laws" and not the irresponsible people.
He then stated that one week parking for a car in front of a house
is not enough time to overhaul a car.
Harry Wilbur stated he lives in the Atascadero Beach Tract. Fie
then stated the City probably has nuisance laws on the books that can
cover most of the problems that have been brought up. He concluded
his comments noting that there are various ways to get around the
parking stipulation of RV's, e.§ , move the RV three feet forward at
the end of the allotted time for parking an RV in any one place and
then move it three feet backwards and continue to do this.
Don Harris stated he has a dory in his yard and it would be a
financial hardship if he had to put it somewhere else.
Park Smith stated he has lived in Morro Bay since 1971 and has
paid taxes on his property since 1948. He then stated the Council
should keep in mind the fact that Morro Bay is a recreation town and
that it would be hard to find 150 trailer parking spaces for people
coming over to Morro Bay from the valley.
Councilman Cantine stated the proposed ordinance provides an
opportunity for improving Morro Bay.and that an inventory of the
various areas of Morro Bay would have to be done, points established
that merit consideration, and individuals with special problems would
have to be assessed in that light. Complaints would have to researched
and the individuals involved would have to meet before determing what
action to take. Councilman Cantine concluded his comments stating
he would support the proposed ordinance as a revised first reading.
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Councilman Harmon stated the ordinance is well done. He then
stated the provision as it relates'to the parking of trailers, campers,
and boats in yards is something that will have to be looked at more
closely because of the extenuating circumstances, e.g., small lots.
Councilman Harmon concluded his comments stating he would support the
ordinance as a revised first reading and that he would like #11 tc be
amended to reflect three weeks instead of one week.
Councilman Reasor stated he would support staff's recommendation
concerning the revision of Section 17.58.020.A.7 and Councilman
Harmon's suggestion of #11 being changed to reflect three weeks
rather than one week. Councilman Reasor concluded his comments
stating he supports the proposed ordinance, that most everything
in the ordinance is already on the City's books, but is currently
being enforced by several people. The ordinance would eliminate
this and bring it into one ordinance with one person being respon-
sible for its enforcement.
Councilman Rosenberg stated he feels the ordinance is needed by
the City. He stated he would support staff's recommended change to
modify V . He then stated he would recommend #11 read: "Performance
of mechanical work on motor vehicles on public rights -of -way or per-
formance of such work in yard areas of residential properties so as
to be visible from public rights -of -way or neighboring properties for
periods in excess of three weeks."
Mayor Shelton stated the City Council and City staff are re-
ceiving complaints concerning various properties in the City. He
then stated the ordinance will serve as a much needed vehicle to
upgrade portions of the downtown which is something that has been
neglected. The existing ordinance does not provide any follow-up
to complaints made to the City, but the proposed ordinance will
assist the City in this area. Mayor Shelton concluded his comments
stating he agrees with the RV modification and would support the
ordinance.
MOTION: Councilman Cantine moved that Ordinance No. 176 as modified,
be read by title only. The motion was seconded by Councilman
Rosenberg and carried unanimously.
Mr. Guluzzy read Ordinance No. 176 by title only. "Property
Maintenance Regulations and Code Enforcement Ordinance."
MOTION: Councilman Rosenberg moved that the City Council accept
ordinance No. 176, as amended by staff, and that #11 read as
follows: "Performance of mechanical work on motor vehicles
on public rights -of -way or performance of such work in yard
areas of residential properties so as to be visible from
public rights -of -way or neighboring properties for periods
in excess of three weeks. This would then constitute the
first reading of Ordinance No. 176. The motion was seconded
by Councilman Harmon and carried unanimously by roll call
vote.
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The City Council directed the City Attorney to research the
legality of Section 17.48.060 of the City's existing Zoning Ordinance
as it relates to parking of such vehicles (travel trailers, campers)
in visible yard areas and report back to the Council.
Break: 8:55 p.m. Reconvened: 9:08 p.m.
B-2 Time extenti.on of additional 60 days beginning March 1, 1980
through April 29, 1980 to Brebes concerning T-Pier.
Mayor Shelton stated item B-2 would not be discussed this
evening since Mr. Gallo could not be present to discuss it with
the Council, and would therefore be scheduled for the February 25, 1980
City Council meeting.
C. NEW BUSINESS
C-1 Lease agreement for Lila Keiser Park and water wells nos. 13 and
14.
Mr. Guluzzy reviewed the Public Services Director's memorandum
dated January 30, 1980 with the Council stating the agreement between
P.G.&E. and the City for the Lila Keiser Park and Wells Nos. 13 and
14 has terminated. A new agreement has been negotiated for the next
three years, the new rates are $1.00 a year for the park for a total
of $3.00 and $185.00 per month for the two wells for a total of
$6,660.00.
Mr. Bressan stated the Public Utilities Commission (P.U.C.) regu-
lates the leasing and rental of lands owned by public utilities and
they require that they charge a fair and equitable charge. He then
stated the reason the agreement is somewhat short-term is because
P.U.C. or P.G.&E.'s policy does not allow them to enter into an
agreement for more than three years at a time.
MOTION: Mayor Shelton moved that the City Council approve the lease
agreements for Lila Keiser Park and Well Sites Nos. 13 and 14.
The motion was seconded by Councilman Cantine and carried
unanimously by roll call vote.
C-2 Use Permit: Resolution No. 12-80 to Kiwanis Club of Morro Bay -
Estero for Easter Sunrise Services at Morro Bay Rock.
Mr. Guluzzy stated the Kiwanis Club has requested the use of
certain City property -in the vicinity of the Morro Rock to conduct
their annual interdenominational Easter Sunrise Service effective
4:00 a.m, on Sunday, April 6, 1980 and shall expire at 10:00 a.m. on
Sunday, April 6, 1980.
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MOTION: Mayor Shelton moved that Resolution No. 12-80 be read by
title only. The motion was seconded by Councilman Reasor
and carried unanimously.
Mr. Guluzzy read Resolution No. 12-80 by title only. "Resolu-
tion approving grant of use permit agreement to Ki.wanis Club of
Morro Bay -Estero for Easter Sunrise Services."
MOTION: Mayor Shelton moved that the City Council approve Resolution
No. 12-80. The motion was seconded by Councilman Reasor
and carried unanimously by roll call vote.
C-3 Resolution No. 14-80 combining voting precints.
Councilman Rosenberg stated he would like for staff to research
the feasibility of the Dial -A -Ride providing transportation to and
from the polls and report back to Council concerning this matter. The
Council concurred.
MOTION: Councilman Cantine moved that Resolution No. 14-80 be read
by title only. The motion was seconded by Councilman
Harmon and carried unanimously.
Mr. Guluzzy read Resolution No. 14-80 by title only. "Resolu-
tion combining voting precints for the April 8, 1980 Election."
MOTION: Councilman Cantine moved that Resolution No. 14-80 be
approved. The motion was seconded by Councilman Harmon
and carried unanimously by roll call vote.
C-4 Planned Development Use Permit: Reg Whibley, Bob Hittle, and
Brebes Morro Bay Fisheries to renovate portions of the Brebes
T-Pier.
Mayor Shelton advised the Council that the applicant had requested
this matter be withdrawn from the agenda and that it would be scheduled
for a future meeting when the applicants so request it.
C-5 Zoning Ordinance Amendment: Residential densitites and consis-
tency with the General Plan.
Mayor Shelton requested item C-5 be held off to the February 25,
1980 Council meeting so that the Community Development Director could
be present to discuss it with the Council. He also requested that
the item be scheduled as a public hearing. The Council concurred.
C-6 Cooperative agreement between California Department of Water
Resources and City of Morro Bay for a water management investi-
gation for the City of Morro Bay.
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Mr. Guluzzy reviewed the resolution and agreement with the City
Council noting that potential new alternate sources of water, other
than the reclamation scheme would be looked at.
Mayor Shelton stated he supports the idea because the City does
not know how much water is available to the City and this is a study
that is long over due. He then stated he would like #6 of the agree-
ment to be modified to read: "The Environmental Review Committee shall
advise the State and City in the conduct of this investigation..."
Mayor Shelton then stated he does not want to organize a committee
for the specific purpose of bring people in from the County, etc., but
the recommendations should come from the people of Morro Bay. He then
suggested for the purpose of this study that the ERC be enlarged with
people who have expertise in the areas that staff feels is necessary.
The City Council, Peter Diffley who is Chairman of the ERC, and
Mr. Guluzzy discussed having Brown and Caldwell meet with the ERC con-
cerning the'design study. Mr. Guluzzy stated that funds are needed
in order to pay for Brown and Caldwell's trip to Morro Bay and that
these funds would be available after the Step 2 grant is approved -by
the State. The Council felt that it would be more advantageous for
Brown and Caldwell to meet with the ERC prior to the contract being
approved, therefore they requested that the necessary funds be secured
from the budget, e.g., non -departmental.
MOTION: Mayor Shelton moved that Resolution No. 15-80 be read by
title only. The motion was seconded by Councilman Cantine
and carried unanimously.
Mr. Guluzzy read Resolution No. 15-80 by title only. "Resolution
authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute an agreement with the
State of California Department of Water Resources for an alternate
Water Source Study and Preliminary Basin Management Plan."
Councilman Cantine noted that the City of Morro Bay had discussed
looking at the possibility of bringing water from the north toward the
south in conjunction with Cambria.
MOTION: Mayor Shelton moved that Resolution No. 15-80 be approved.
The motion was seconded by Councilman Cantine and carried
unanimously by roll call vote.
D. HEARINGS', APPEARAINCES, AND REPORTS
D-1 Public Hearing: Appeals for cost of weed abatement for work done
in 1979 summer.
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Mr. Wolfe expressed his grievance concerning the weed abatement
cost that he was assessed for his 1/2 acre lot on Hill and Mimosa.
He stated last year the cost was $56 and this year it was $350. He
noted that there has not been any weeds on the property for several
years and that he could not understand why the cost had gone up so
much in one year.
Chief Zerr stated the City charges $35.00 for every 2,400 square
feet that is cleaned. He noted that the severity of growth of the
weeds is different each year depending upon the rainfall.
Mayor Shelton stated because of Proposition 13 the City took a
position of raising their rates to discourage people from using the
City as a weed abatement service and utilizing private individuals
in the community instead.
The City Council requested Chief Zerr research this matter fur-
ther to see why there was such a jump in the cost and report back to
Mr. Wolfe and the Council concerning this matter.
D-2 Morro Bay Garbage request for residential and commerical refuse
collection rate increases.
Mr. Guluzzy reviewed the Director of Administrative Services'
memorandum dated February 8, 1980 with the Council noting that staff
has taken the position that the increase is justified becuase of the
losses suffered by Morro Bay Garbage Company in the recent past and
currently, and recommends that the Council consider granting the rate
increase to Morro Bay Garbage. The rates would be: Yard service for
one can would be $4.75, two cans would be $7.50, three cans would be
$10.00, and four cans would be $12.50. The commercial service rates
would be the same as the yard service rates.
Mrs. Diffley expressed concern with the proposed rate increase
noting that there is a garbage service that picks up for Los Osos
and Cayucos and skips Morro Bay that charges quite a bit less and
provides more service. Mrs. Diffley then asked what constitutes yard
service verses curb service.
Mr. Wagnor stated yard service is within 75 feet from the curb
line and not in a garage or within a fenced portion of the yard.
Curb service is equal with the mailboxes of each house, therefore,
curb service lines vary in accordance with the placement of the mail-
boxes.
Mr. Gaines reviewed with the Council the City's Finance Committee's
report and investigation concerning this matter. He noted that the
rates that Morro Bay Garbage is proposing are not competitive with
various surrounding cities, e.g., San Luis Obispo, Pismo Beach, Grover
City, Arroyo Grande, etc. Mr. Gaines then stated if Morro Bay went to
mandatory service the rates might be better. He then reviewed a
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memorandum from the previous City Administrator, Murray Warden dated
February 9, 1978 in which Mr. Warden stated the matter of complaints
concerning the service provided by Morro Bay Garbage should be addressed
before an increase in rates is granted and that Morro Bay Garbage should
provide a comparable service to other garbage companies in the county.
Mr. Gaines concluded his report stating the Certified Public Accountant
for Morro Bay Garbage should provide the audit figures to the general
public and the question of whether Morro Bay will receive better ser-
vice with the rate increase should be looked at.
Mr. Risley asked for a definition of mandatory service.
Mr. Guluzzy stated mandatory service would require everyone who
has a house or apartment to pay for garbage service, it would not be
optional.
Mr. Wagnor noted that Morro Bay is the only city in the county
that is not on mandatory service and that Morro Bay Garbage does not
own a landfill; therefore, it is more expensive to operate the garbage
service.
Mr. La vine stated he does not see how the City Council can grant
a rate increase if the service is not operating efficiently. The
merit of service should be addressed in relation to any increase in
rates.
Mrs. Diffley stated the citizens of Morro Bay should not have to
pay for Morro Bay Garbage's landfill, just because the service does
not own one. The City should look into using a different service.
Councilman Reasor stated he found the data prepared by Mr. Warden
concerning a previous request for a rate increase, very interesting.
Since Morro Bay Garbage has an exclusive set-up it is necessary for
the Company to prove to the Council that everything is being done to
provide the best possible service and to prove that a rate increase
is in fact warranted.
Mr. Wagnor stated he never saw this information that Councilman
Reasor referenced because he withdrew the request before it ever came
before the Council for consideration.
Mr. Glenn, CPA for Morro Bay Garbage, stated as of July 1, 1979
there are two types of financial statements (1) Compilation and (2)
Review. Compilation entails that the CPA familiarize himself with
accounting practices common to the industry, acquire a general under-
standing of the client's transactions and how they are recorded.
After the financial statements are compiled he gives them a profes-
sional "second look" without performing any audit procedures. The
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CPA then issues a standard report, a two paragraph report that says:
"Financial statements were compiled, but because they werenot audited
or reviewed, no opinion is expressed." Review entails that the
accountant have a working knowledge of the industry and of key aspects
of the business --organization, operating methods, products and services,
etc. Inquiries related to the financial statements are then made, e.g.
record keeping practices, accounting policies, actions of the board of
directors, changes in business activities, and subsequent events.
Analytical procedures are applied to identify unusual items or trends
in the financial statements that may need explanation. A Review is
designed to see whether the financial statements "make sense" without
applying Audit -type tests to management's representations.
Councilman Reasor stated as a franchise, Morro Bay Garbage should
examine all of the alternatives and present to the Council support
data as to why the rate increase is being requested. A proposal should
be given to the Council outlining the effects of mandatory service on
Morro Bay. '
Councilman Rosenberg stated he finds it difficult to grant a rate
increase that is significantly above the going rate for the area.
He then stated he agrees somewhat with Mrs. Diffley's comments and
if Morro Bay Garbage cannot provide a comparable service as to what is
prevailing in the area, then garbage service for Morro Bay should be
put out to bid.
Councilman Cantine stated he feels that he needs to have a pro-
posal that shows what is being paid now and what is being proposed.
The entire proposal needs to be researched more and additional data
provided. He then stated that he would be willing to grant a modest
rate increase during the time this matter is researched.
Mayor Shelton stated the City's Finance Committee came up with
some data that illustrates that there are some questions that must
be addressed, e.g., the question of whether Morro Bay Garbage Company's
services are comparable to other services in the County, look at why
other communities that are directly adjacent north and south are able
to offer more service for less money than what Morro Bay Garbage pro-
vides, etc. Mayor Shelton concluded his comments stating unless these
types of things are research and analyzed that he could not support
the request for a rate increase.
MOTION: Mayor Shelton moved that the request by Morro Bay Garbage
Company for rate increases be denied. The motion was
seconded by Councilman Harmon.
Councilman Rosenberg stated that he would not support the motion
because he would be willing to approve a rate increase up to the pre-
vailing level based upon inflation and consistent with the comparable
level of service.
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Mayor Shelton stated the Council does not have that kind of an
alternative available and that is why he made a motion to deny the
rate increase request. He then stated the Council does not have pos-
sible alternative rate structures, but only what has been presented
this evening. Mayor Shelton then stated he would like for the Council
to stay out of the position of bargaining with the City's franchises
and let staff do that.
Councilman Rosenberg stated based upon what Mayor Shelton said
he would concur with the Mayor. Councilman Reasor stated he too
would concur.
Councilman Cantine stated basically he agrees with Councilman
Rosenberg and would be willing to support a rate increase for a
short-term. that would be equitable, while this matter is being re-
searched further.
Councilman Cantine began discussion concerning what would occur
if the motion passes and what would happen if it failed. Mayor Shelton
then requested this discussion be held off until after the vote.
Therefore, Councilman Cantine stated he would have to vote against
the motion.
The motion carried by roll call vote with Councilman Cantine
voting no.
E. INDIVIDUAL DETERMINATION AND/OR ACTION
E-1 City Council
Councilman Reasor stated he received a letter in his Council
box from the Morro Bay Ambulance Service stating that they are
raising their base to $84.50 and the mileage to $4.00 per hour. He
then stated his understanding is that the City has an agreement with
Bay Ambulance and they recently appeared before the Council and re-
quested a rate increase which was granted to them. He then asked if
Bay Ambulance can raise their rates without Council approval and
while the City is still subsidizing them.
Mr. Guluzzy stated the City is presently subsidizing Bay Ambulance
for about $12,876.
Councilman Reasor requested this matter be scheduled at the
February 25, 1980 Council meeting for discussion. Fie then requested
that the City Attorney determine the City's legal position on this
matter. The Council requested this matter be researched by staff and
to report back to Council.
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Mayor Shelton addressed the Senior Citizen Lease Agreement. He
stated the agreement has not been signed yet and in talking with the
Senior Citizen Board they noted that several points have been omitted.
There should have been a provision that would allow the seniors to
have priority use of the building so that they would not be pre-empted
in the future.
Councilman Reasor expressed concern with the wording of the
agreement stating when the building is not occupied that the Recre-
ation Department be able to utilize it.
Mayor Shelton stated an addition to the agreement should include
further priority uses are to be given to Morro Bay Senior Citizens,
Incorporated and the Morro Bay Senior Citizens' Board of Directors
is to approve other uses in the Senior Citizens Building. Mayor
Shelton concluded his comments stating the seniors should be given
the choice of scheduling and the Parks and Recreation Department have
the veto power.
Mr. Gouldsbrough, President of Morro Bay Senior Citizens, Inc.
stated since the senior citizens have put all of the things that are
in the building and nothing belongs to the City, the seniors should
determine who uses the building.
Mr. Campbell stated when the Council granted the senior citizens
the right to use the building it was not granted as an exclusive use
for only the seniors. Because the building that is being used is
a public building anyone has the right to use the building when the
seniors are not using it.
Tony Ignoffo stated all that the seniors are requesting is the
same type of agreement that they had when using the Fire Station.
The City Council directed staff to discuss this with the seniors
and work out arranging a schedule on this matter.
Mayor Shelton stated he would like a report concerning the tree
trimming on San Jacinto. A complaint was made to the Mayor stating
that there are a couple of large Eucalytus trees that are leaning very
badly and the people are concerned about the safety in the area.
Mayor Shelton stated the people complained to the Public Services
Department and was told there was no money available to trim the trees.
Mr. Bressan stated this involves two separate tree trimming re-
quests that the Public Services Department received. (1) A request
to trim trees for the purpose of solar hearing was made and the people
who asked that this be done were advised that this could not be done
because of an extremely limited budgeted and that tree trimming was
reserved for only those trees that are hazardous. The other issue
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involved a different resident who
partment about two trees that are
residence and looked at the trees
could be checked periodically to
Mr. Bressan then stated the trees
aware of this happening ahead of
the uprooting of the fence in the
then remove the trees.
contacted the Public Services De -
leaning. Staff went out to the
Monuments were set so the trees
see if they are getting worse.
would not fall without staff being
time. A telltale sign would occur --
area. At this time staff would
Mayor Shelton stated the Council received a letter from Warren
Dorn concerning the Property Maintenance Code. He requested that
the Council authorize staff to respond to the letter advising him of
the City Council's action concerning this matter. The Council con-
curred.
Councilman Cantine stated he would like for staff to look into
purchasing a holding pen to be placed within the City. When a com-
plaint is then made concerning an unleashed dog the police could then
immediately go and pick up the dog, take it to the holding pen, and
then contact the county. Councilman Cantine stated he would like
to see the implementation of this take place with the new Police Chief.
Councilman Reasor noted that the Health Department should be con-
tacted concerning this matter because of the fact there might.be a
Health Code that would not permit the transport of animals in the
same vehicle as humans.
The City Council requested this matter be researched.
E-2 City Attorney
None.
E-3 City Administrator
Mr. Guluzzy stated he met with the Fishermen's Association and
they will be requesting approval of a use permit for February 23, 1980.
The permit would allow for a one time sale of marine fishing equip-
ment and only fishermen would be allowed to participate in the sale.
He then stated it is necessary that this matter go before the Planning
Commission for approval and then to the Council. The only problem is
the Council will not be meeting until February 25, 1980.
Mr. LeSage stated the Council could approve the use permit now
with a stipulation that would require the Planning Commission's
approval.
MOTION: Mayor Shelton moved that the City Council approve the use
permit request by the Fishermen's Association for February 23,
1980 provided the Planning Commission approves of it also.
The motion was seconded by Councilman Cantine and carried
unanimously by roll call vote.
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Mr. Guluzzy advised the Council that the Fishermen's Association
would like to meet with them to discuss various issues. He then sug-
gested Thursday, February 28, 1980 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. The
Council concurred and requested that Mr. Guluzzy send a letter to
the Association confirming that date.
Mr. Guluzzy advised the Council when Communication Sound Design
did a telephone survey for the City they did not calculate the cor-
rect number of phones. Therefore, additional phones will be needed
thereby requiring an additional $2,000 to cover the cost. The total
cost of the telephone system would .then be $45,000.
MOTION: Councilman Cantine moved that the City Council approve the
necessary fund transfer of $2,000 for the purchase of the
additional telephones for the new system. The motion was
seconded by Councilman Reasor and"carried unanimously by
roll call vote.
Mr. Guluzzy suggested a candidate's forum be held for the pur-
pose of providing an orientation to the candidates, provide copies
of the City's budget, various codes, discuss pending projects in the
different City departments, and review the Brown Act.
Mayor Shelton stated this type of information would only be
applicable to those persons who win .the election, therefore, the
forum should be held after the election. He suggested a meeting be
held with the nonincumbant candidates.
Mr. Guluzzy advised the Council that he is working on the bud-
get schedule and calendar. He then stated the schedule is the same
as last years primarily. Because of "Jaws 2" the Council will be
looking at four different budgets representing various levels of
services.
MOTION: Councilman Harmon moved that the meeting adjourn to the
Wednesday, February 13, 1980 Study Session to be held in
the City Hall Conference Room. The motion was seconded
by Councilman Cantine and carried unanimously.
The meeting adjourned at 12:05 p.m.
Recorded by:
DONALD F. GULUZZY, City Clerk
By: Elizabeth Oakley
Deputy City Clerk
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ADJOURNED MEETING/STUDY SESSION
JANUARY 30, 1980, 5:15 p.M
CITY HALL CONFERENCE ROOM
E. INDIVIDUAL DETERMI14ATION AND/OR ACTION
E-1 City Council
E-2 City Attorney
a. Executive Session to discuss personnel and litigation
E-3 City Administrator
STUDY SESSION
1. Status Report
a. Potential cost savings ideas
b. potential 1980/81 budget alternatives
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Study Session
January 30, 1980, 7:40 p.m.
City Hall Conference Room
The meeting was called to order at 7:40 p.m. by Acting Mayor
Pro Tem Rosenberg.
ROLL CALL
Present: Councilmen Harmon, Reasor, and Rosenberg
Absent: Councilman Cantine and Mayor Shelton
STAFF PRESENT
Donald F. Guluzzy, City Administrator
Elizabeth Oakley, Deputy City Clerk
(1) Potential cost savings ideas and potential 1980/81 budget
alternatives
Mr. Guluzzy distributed a memorandum dated January 30, 1980 to
the Council that dealt with potential cost savings/budget alternatives.
(1) Contracting for services; possibilities include:
(a) Police -Fire dispatching with County
(b) Basic accounting services (budgetary revenues/expenditures,
payroll, P.E.R.S. reports, etc.)
(c) Wastewater Treatment Plant (O&M)
(d) Paying for water -sewer bills by utilizing lockbox concept
at a bank
The City Council discussed items #la-d and directed Mr. Guluzzy
to research their feasibility during the 1980/81 budget process.
(2) Conduct analytical study of all possible ways to make police/
fire service fully cost-effective, showing all possible ways
and means of providing services and the costs/benefits of each
method of delivering services.
The City Council concurred with staff's suggestion and directed
Mr. Guluzzy to research item #2 further for the 1980/81 budget.
Due to the time constraint, the City Council decided to discuss
items #4,.#7, #8, #10, and #11 and continue items #3, #5, #6, #9,
and #12 to a future meeting.
(4) Use compact cars of high mileage type for City use. Consider
foreign as well as American brands.
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(a) Use synthetic oils and oth-r lubricants to maximize gas
mileage and reduce maintenance and operating costs.
Mr. Guluz-y advised the Council that he had requested the Public
Services Director to look into going to synthetic oils because there
are a 'lot of long-term savings, e.g., running two to three times
longer between oil changes.
Councilman Harmon expressed concern with this because mechanics
have stated that synthetic oils have negative impacts upon the car
engines and they will wear out sooner.
Councilman Rosenberg expressed concern with the fog and moisture
in the air that ruins and rusts cars. He suggested parking the cars
in the Public Services garage after working hours.
The Council directed Mr. Guluzzy to research these areas further
and advise Council of their feasibility during the budget sessions.
(7) Revamp Dial -A -Ride system. Conduct analysis of most cost-effective
means of continuing to provide mass transportation system to
citizens, but in a more effective mode: examples:
(a) Fixed route system
(b) County -wide J.P.A.
(c) Private contracting of O&M
(d) Help recoup costs of system
advertising in buses.
by allowing commercial business
Councilman Reasor stated he would support item #7a.
Councilman Harmon stated he does not feel item #7b is feasible
at this time. He then suggested that staff look into increasing
the bus fare.
Councilman Rosenberg stated one alternative that could be researched
is the purchase of a less expensive vehicle because the number of people
that ride the Dial -A -Ride at any one given time is so few. He also
stated that staff should look into selling the present buses and pur-
chasing less expensive ones. Councilman Rosenberg concluded his com-
ments by suggesting a card be given to Medicade persons and this would
entitle them to a'discount on taxi cab fares which could be picked up
by the City.
(8) Increase productivity of staff by closing City Hall from 8:00 to
9:00 a.m. and 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. to allow staff uninterrupted time
to complete their work and produce more results.
(a) Consider flex -time work schedule
(b) Consider 4-40 work day schedule
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Mr. Guluzzy advised the Council that Santa Maria currently, and
has for some time been closing the City Hall building from 8:00 to
9:00 a.m, and 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. and reports that it works out great.
The Council discussed this briefly and stated that there would
need to be some way of measuring whether the productivity goes up,
stays the same, or is less effective.
Councilman Rosenberg stated a press release should be done on
this and -barring no public objection, implementation could then take
place on March 1, 1980. The Council concurred.
(10) Shift finanical responsibility of major public requirements to
private sector to fund. Examples:
(a) Curb, gutter, sidewalk engineering to developer
(b) Street joins to developers
(c) Tree maintenance to property owners
(d) Sidewalk repairs to property owners
(11) Increase and/or charge users full cost of providing services.
The City Council directed Mr. Guluzzy to research items #10a-d
and #11 further to see if they would be feasible for the 1980/81 budget.
MOTION: Councilman Harmon moved the meeting adjourn to Monday,
February 11, 1980 or Tuesday, February 12, 1980 depending
on which day the City will be giving as a holiday (Lincoln's
Birthday) for the regular City Council meeting, at 7:30 p.m.
in the Morro Bay Recreation Hall. The motion was seconded
by Councilman Reasor and carried with Councilman Cantine and
Mayor Shelton absent.
The meeting adjourned at 7:19 p.m.
Recorded by:
DONALD F. GULUZZY, City Clerk
By: Elizabeth Oakley
Deputy City Clerk
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Adjourned Meeting
January 30, 1980, 5:15 p.m.
City Hall Conference Room
The meeting was called to order at 5:15 p.m. by Mayor Shelton.
ROLL CALL
Present: Councilmen Harmon, Reasor, Rosenberg, and Mayor Shelton
Absent: Councilman Cantine
STAFF PRESENT
Donald F. Guluzzy, City Administrator
Michael T. LeSage, City Attorney
T. Keith Gurnee, Community Development Director
Bill George, Chief. Building Inspector
Elizabeth Oakley, Deputy City Clerk
E. INDIVIDUAL DETERMINATION AND/OR ACTION
E-1 City Council
Mayor Shelton discussed the Department of Water Resources draft
Water Management Plan contract with the Council. He suggested it
include a study of Whale Rock as a potential alternate source of water.
He also stated he would like for the Human Resources Committee to be
able to provide input into the composition and make-up of the committee
that would be formed to research the water alternatives.
Mr. Guluzzy stated he would look into this matter and discuss
it with the State. He then stated he would schedule this for the
February 11, 1980 City Council meeting.
Councilman Reasor stated two weeks ago three persons from the
State Water Resources discussed the reclamation of projects for South
County and Morro Bay. If the City of Morro Bay can find a local al-
ternate new water source then the State will pay for that new source
as an alternative to the State water project. All that is needed is
a letter from the City to the County, who serves as the contacting
agency for the water project, requestin,l, that the State go forward
with this project.
MOTION: Mayor Shelton moved that staff be directed to write a letter
to the County requesting that the State assist the City of
Morro Bay in its endeavors to obtain a local, new water
source which would then be funded by the State. The motion
was seconded by Councilman Reasor and carried with Council-
man Cantine absent.
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E-2 City Attorney
Mr. LeSage stated he did not need to hold an Executive Session to
discuss the Dorn/Hartzell matter and that it could be discussed in
open session. He then stated there is a distance between Dorn's
Restaurant and the Hartzell's Log Cabins (Motel) and a question has
been raised between these two businesses as to who has the right to
use the area. It is surveyed tc be Hartzell's, but Dorn's contend
that they have the right to use it because they have used it for many
years, and therefore have a prescriptive right. A lawsuit has been
filed and an injunction has been granted by the court after a hearing
saying "don't interfere with this area until the lawsuit is concluded."
There are some concerns that the City has concerning a clearance for
fire exits in this area. If the courts determine that the prescriptive
right does not exist then there is insufficient area for fire exits.
Certain things would then have to happen, e.g. containers would have
to be removed, fire exits provided going another direction, etc. There
is an ice machine and water softener outside. A question concerning
its presence has been raised as to whether it constitutes a violation
of the County or State Health Code. Mr.LeSage concluded his comments
noting whether Dorn's Restaurant wins or loses the lawsuit, there would
still be a continuing violation concerning the ice machine and water
softener.
Councilman Rosenberg and Bill George discussed the need for Dorn's
Restaurant to make application for a permit to allow the ice machine
and water softener to be located where they are currently. The
Community Development Department could then review the request, con-
sider the violation, and determine whether a permit should be granted
or not.
Mr. LeSage advised Council that a letter should be sent stating
that the City Code stat-s a person must obtain City approval for loca-
tion of the dumpsters and apply for a permit. The Council concurred.
Councilman Rosenberg suggested the letter also state that they
either apply for a permit or else remove the violation.
Councilman Reasor left the meeting at 6:17 p.m.
Mayor Shelton stated that he would like for staff to contact the
County and see if they will look at the ambiguity in the County Health
and Safety Code concerning the above matter. The Council concurred.
Coun-ilman Reasor returned to the meeting at 6:18 p.m. and
Mr. LeSage left the meeting at 6:i8 p.m.
E-3 City Administrator
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Mr. Guluzzy advised the Council that the Fire Chief would like
to propose revisions to the City's Fire Code at the next Study Session.
A question was raised concerning.Lincoln's birthday, February 12th,
being given to the City employees as a holiday or February llth being
a Monday being given as the holiday. The Council requested staff look
into this matter and advise them so they would know which day the
Council meeting is to be held on.
Mr. Guluzzy advised the Council that he had received a request
from the firemen requesting the 1980 Fireman's Muster location be
changed to the south end of the Embarcadero.
Mayor Shelton noted this would be toward the boat launch ramp and
away from the highly used area. There is adequate side access for a
thoroughfare.
The City Council concurred with the proposed relocation of the
Fireman's Muster.
Councilman Rosenberg requested that staff resolve all possible
problems that could occur relating to the Firemen's Muster based upon
last year's problems, including the parking issue. He suggested that
letters be sent to the businesses that would be affected advising them
that the parking area in front of their stores would not be assessable
at this time, and request they advise their customers ahead of time.
At 6:30 p.m. Mayor Shelton left the meeting and requested that
Councilman Rosenberg serve as Acting Mayor Pro Tem.
Mr. Gurnee advised the Council that the Federal Bureau of Land
Management has prepared a preliminary draft Environmental Impact
Study on the proposed Outer Continental Shelf Oil Lease #53 that in-
volves designating Morro Bay as one of the State's three major onshore
operation facilities. Staff recommends the following:
(1) Council should communicate to the B.L.M. its feeling that Morro
Bay is illsuited as an area for an onshore support base for O.C.S.
Lease Sale 53.
(2) If B.L.M. decides topress forward with designating Morro Bay as
one of the three statewide onshore support facilities, the E.I.S.
should be expanded to address the following issues:
(a) Impacts on the future of commercial fishing industry in a
harbor with a very limited water front.
(b) Impacts on Morro Bay's housing supply and its limited re-
sources.
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(c) Impacts on the Morro Bay wetlands.
(d) Impacts associated with the generation of secondary indus-
tries related to the oil support base.
(e) Alternate sites for onshore support facilities.
MOTION: Councilman Rosenberg moved that staff be directed to write
immediately, a letter strongly expressing the City's oppo-
sition for Morro Bay to be an onshore support base for O.C.S.
lease sale 53, and instruct staff to be in attendance to the
hearings in regards to this. The motion was seconded by
Councilman Reasor and carried with Councilman Cantine and
Mayor Shelton absent.
Mr. Guluzzy advised Council that lie would be presenting a revised
Personnel Ordinance to the Council at the February 13, 1980 Study
Session.
Councilman Harmon stated that he would like for the City to de-
velop a program for updating the City's property, e.g, houses that
are rented to people and owned by the City. This would be in conjunc-
tion with the Property Maintenance Code. He suggested that staff look
into offering the people that are renting the houses, the opportunity
to paint them if the City provided the paint for them to do so.
Mr. Guluzzy stated this concept is already being researched by
staff.
MOTION: Councilman Rosenberg moved the meeting adjourn to the Study
Session, scheduled for January 30, 1980 in the City Hall
Conference Room. The motion was seconded by Councilman
Reasor and carried with Councilman Cantine and Mayor Shelton
absent.
The meeting adjourned at 6:40 p.m.
Recorded by:
DONALD F. GULUZZY, City Clerk
By: Elizabeth Oakley
Deputy City Clerk
MINUTES - MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting
January 28, 1980, 7:30 p.m.
Morro Bay Recreation Hall
The meeting was called to order with the Pledge of Allegiance at"7:30 p.m.
by Mayor Shelton. Reverend Dear gave the invocation.
ROLL CALL
Present: Councilmen Cantine, Harmon, Reasor, Rosenberg, and Mayor Shelton
Absent: None
STAFF PRESENT
Donald F. Guluzzy, City Administrator
Michael T. LeSage, City Attorney
T. Keith Gurnee, Community Development Director
John Bressan, Public Services Director
Bill Goerge, Chief Building Inspector
INTRODUCTIONS
Mayor Shelton made the following introductions at this time: the newly
appointed Chief of Police, Al Olson; and newly -appointed Legal Assitant to the
City Administrator, Mrs. Ann Kibben.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Councilman Cantine asked that Item A-7 be removed from the consent calendar,
and considered separately.
A-1 Bid award: Resolution No. 6-80 Western Farm Services for liquid chlorine.
A-2 Bid award: Resolution No. 7-80 Telford Smith Supply Company for miscellaneous
waterworks supplies.
A-3 Bid rejection: Resolution No.. 8-80 for 1/2 ton pickup (REJECT BID AND
AUTHORIZE STAFF TO NEGOTIATE FOR SMALLER PICKUP).
A-4 Resolution No. 9-80 Adoption of conflict of interest codes for city employees
(REQUIRED BY STATE LAW).
A-5 Expenditure Report for December 1 - December 31, 1979 (RECOMMEND APPROVAL).
A-6 Rejection of claim made by Sierra Silver and referral to City Insurance
Carrier.
MOTION: Councilman Harmon moved that Items A'-1 through A-6 be approved as presented.
The motion was seconded by Councilman Reasor and carried by unanimous roll
call vote.
A-7 Extension of Mooring Area Al-4 Morro Bay Marina Incorporated.
Mr. Guluzzy explained the recommendation that this should go out to public bid,
an extension of time to prepare bid specifications for competitive bid.
Mr. Bressan stated that by state law we do have to go out to bid; this property
is in the off -shore mooring area. He felt this is probably the best use for the
site at this time.
Councilman Cantine moved approval of the staff recommendation of Item
A-7. The motion was seconded by Mayor Shelton and carried by unanimous
1.roll call vote.
Ordinance No. 174: Home Occupations
Councilman Reasor moved that Ordinance No. 174 be read by title only.
The motion was seconded by Councilman Harmon and carried by unanimous
roll call vote.
Mr. Buluzzy read Ordinance No. 174 by title only: "Ordinance amending the
Morro Bay Municipal Code adding a new section 17.48.270 regarding home occupations."
Councilman Reasor moved that this constitute the second reading of
Ordinance No. 174 and that it be approved as recommended by staff. The
motion was seconded by Councilman Harmon and carried unanimously by roll
call vote.
Ordinance No. 175: Adopting Uniform Building Code for Substandard and
dangerous buildings.
Councilman Rosenberg moved that Ordinance No. 175 be read by title only.
The motion was seconded by Councilman Reason and carried unanimously by
roll call vote.
Mr. Guluzzy read Ordinance No. 175 by title only: "An ordinance repealing
Chapter 14.40 of the Morro Bay Municipal Code and Section 4300 through 4308 -
Part III of Ordinance 15."
Councilman Rosenberg moved that this constitute the second reading of
Ordinance No. 17S and that it be approved as recommended by staff. The
motion was seconded by Councilman Reasor and carried by unanimous roll
call vote.
NEW BUSINESS
Resolution No. 10-80 outlining specific findings for variance at
Street.
Mr. LeSage stated that certain actions by the City Council require findings;
this would permit a court to review it if it ever became necessary. The method of
adopting findings can be very informal, but the Council does need to adopt'findings.
Councilman Cantine moved that the findings of this case (Gladys Walton at
225 Main Street) that were reviewed last meeting and that have been sub-
mitted by staff, be adopted. The motion was seconded by Councilman
Reasor and carried, with Councilman Harmon voting no.
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C-2 Transfer of $5,000 from unobligated reserve to Public Services Department
for City Hall building modifications.
Mr. Guluzzy explained that the money is proposed to be used for re -doing the
frontarea of City Hall to accommodate the new telephone system and clerk/recep-
tionist area. He feels the design can be accomplished in-house and then a
contractor will do the work.
Regarding the amount of money in the unobligated reserves, Mr. Guluzzy
indicated that $30,700 has been spent to date, with a remaining balance of
$482,000.
Mr. Howard Gaines commented that he had expressed at the last meeting that
he feels there is a need for the city to provide more comfortable chairs for the
public attending council meetings; he would like a little priority (for expenditure
of funds) for city hall and for the public.
Mr. Don Doubledee urged staff in designing the counter space at City Hall, to
consider accommodating the handicapped.
MOTION: Mayor Shelton moved that $5,000 be transferred from unobligated reserves
to the Public Services Department to upgrade City Hall. The motion was
seconded by Councilman Rosenberg and carried, with Councilman Cantine
voting no.
D. HEARINGS, APPEARANCES, AND REPORTS
At this time, Councilman Harmon requested that the order of the agenda be
modified, in order to consider Items D-2 and D-3 before hearing Item D-1.
The council generally agreed.
D-2 Use Permit: Morro Bay Art Association.
Mr. Guluzzy explained that this request for a use permit for holiday weekends,
requires council approval, by law.
MOTION: Mayor Shelton moved approval of the use permit for the Morro Bay Art
Association to hold shows on holidays as listed. The motion was seconded
by Councilman Harmon and carried by unanimous roll call vote.
D-3 Ordinance No. 176: Property Maintenance Reulations and Code Enforcement
Ordinance.
Mr. Gurnee explained that this is an ordinance aimed at streamlining these
sections in the existing ordinance; some of these violations are spelled out in
the current ordinance, but not pulled together in one area. Nor is the responsi-
bility for their enforcement localized. He presented a slide show, citing some
of the examples of the violations that will be addressed by the proposed ordinance.
He has spent a much greater amount of time responding to these violations than he
anticipated he would. He identified a number of violations, stating that allowing
deterioration of a building or a property does have an economic impact on the
community even if it is hard to measure. The city needs 'muscle' to deal with
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page 4
these problems. He has tried to
taking a balanced, fair approach,
heavy-handed.
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be very careful in drafting this ordinance,
and attempting to be helpful, rather than
Mr. Carl Ansbury recommended that everyone take a look at this proposed
ordinance. He admistted that the pictures shown by Mr. Gurnee do reveal the
sore spots. In reference to the map in this ordinance that identifies areas most
blighted, he stated that one of these areas so identified is his own neighborhood
and he would have to say that the 'blight' is not more than 5% of that area.
He feels it must be taken into consideration that in this community there are many
absentee owners and older residents who cannot easily keep -up their properties.
He believes that the situation that exists, is going to continue to exist. Also,
he asked Council to remember that these lots are for the most part all 40 x 60
and the houses of more than 10 years do not have garages, so "you can't hide
everything in the garage."
Mr. Ansbury suspects that the present ordinance covers most of the 28 con-
ditions listed as unlawful in the proposed ordinance. He believes the present
ordinance, plus proposed sections 11 10, 18, 19, 23, 24, 26 and 27 could handle
the problem areas. Regarding the parking of a boat or trailer in a neighbor's
yard (Condition 7), he feels this is natural. Regarding the conditions of paint
on buildings (Condition 3), he wonders who is going to make the complaint, and
who is going to be the judge.of the condition. The enforcement section of the
ordinance causes him to envision a squad of enforcement officers; the Planning
Commission urged that this be enforced carefully and in moderation. He feels the
entire ordinance is a gross exageration of the actual situation. He would recommend
referring this back to the Planning Director for 'safe -keeping' until future
notice from the city council.
Mr. Frank Spots feels the slides Mr. Gurnee presented did show some very bad
conditions, but the proposed enforcement is not the way to go. In southern
California he is aware that small grants have been given (about $100) to aid
property owners with paint or screening. Regarding vehicle parking, many lots
do not have room for vehicle parking; he has a 20' wide lot and only 6' behind
this house. And a maintained boat does not look bad at all.
Mr. Brusinak indicated he has recently moved to this area. In Long Beach,
there were neighborhood sessions for cleaning up areas, but this did not work too
well. Regarding the certificate of occupancy portion of the ordinance which is
not being recommended at this time, but which the Public Services Director indicated
may become state law, Mr. Brusinak feelsthis smacks of bureacracy, and he warned
the council that it will have a real tigerby the tail if it tries to enforce this.
Mr. Campbell stated he supports Mr. Ansbury's theory. Regarding upgrading
housing in Morro Bay, this will make housing unaffordable to many families. He
would not like to see anybody.incur a lot of cost to upgrade property, as this
will displace renters. Several areas of the ordinance are already covered by the
current'ordinance or can be handled by the Health Department (i.e. trash and
abandoned cars). If the city wants to clean up a nuisance, he would suggest
enforcing the leash law; he is unoffended by walking past a lot of junk, but a
dog in the street offends him as a real nuisance. When the city begins to police
its existing ordinances completely, we can begin to talk about other types of
ordinances.
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Mr. Elmer Lobridge feels some of the ordinance, as proposed, is very good;
perhaps all of it has good points. But there are areas about which we should be
really concerned, i.e. parking of recreational boats (Condition 7). Due to the
size of his own yard, he can physically get into his backyard only with a wheel-
barrow. This ordinance needs a little more research. There are ordinances on
the books now to protect the city against things we already find objectionable.
Mr. Howard Gaines understood this ordinance was proposed to control absentee
landlords, but feels in zeal to 'grab them', other residents may Fie harmed by the
conditions of this ordinance. He feels this could largely be handled on a
cooperative basis, with cooperation, in particular, from the press -- promoting a
clean-up week or month -- stressing pride of ownership and of buildings. He
feels many of the vehicle nuisances are located on rental properties in North
Morro Bay where the lots are only 40 x 60'; he would like to see the present
vehicle code ordinance expanded to take care of these vehicle nuisances. A
volunteer system of compliance, and making allowances for 40 x 60' lot areas,
would be his preference.
Miss Dorothy Cutter commented that some of the ideas behind this ordinance
are probably very good; she would like to see a separation of the parts that
relate to downtown commercial and to residential areas. She too would like to
see enforcement of the current vehicle code as it addresses abandoned vehicles.
Mr. Walcowsky stated he would like to see a law to address unlicensed,
abandoned vehicles. He feels that small lot sizes and steep hills in many
residential areas contribute to limited parking.
Mr. Rizzoli shared information regarding a committee he served on to study
how other cities deal with annexations to their cities. In one community, a
self-help program was implemented wherein the city provided paint and the owner
did the work to improve the property. He would like to see more involvement and
interest expressed in the people who live here to bring about improvement,
rather than having to be directed to, as in this proposed ordinance. He under-
stands that staff has had problems with enforcement, but prior to moving ahead
with enforcement of all these proposed regulations, he would like to see more time
for development and investigation of how other cities have handled these concerns.
Mayor Shelton closed the hearing to public comment.
Mayor Shelton stated he would like to have Mr. Gurnee respond to some of
the concerns just expressed, particularly the enforcement tactices.
Mr. Gurnee stated that the slides he showed were not the worst examples
-- there are many many more. Also, he did not mean to imply that entire neigh-
borhoods are slums, but there are blights that need to be controlled. Regarding
boats and recreational vehicles, the existing code does not state that they
should not be parked in front yard areas or should not be used for sleeping.
Perhaps in a marine town there is no place else to put them and perhaps we should
investigate this aspect further. He explained that many ordinances are not being
enforced because we do not have the framework for enforcing -- there has been no
delegation to a specific agency of the authority for enforcement. This ordinance
gives that responsibility to one agency, making it much more acceptable and much
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page 6
more workable; if the existing codes were working, we would not be here proposing
another. Regarding the enforcement program, it is proposed that we will work with
neighborhoods and suggest ways they could be organized. We are in the business
of helping people, not directing their lives. He estimates that one-third of his
time since he has been Community Development Director, has been in dealing with
these concerns. He gave an example of how the city would propose to aid a property
owner with a problem of storage, by directing him to a storage yard where such a
service is provided. If the council feels this particular problem is wide -spread,
and would be a hardship, financially, for example, to comply that way, then perhaps
this area of the ordinance should be changed.
Bill George, the Building Inspector, commented that two complaints that were
taken to court, were thrown out by the judge. The ambiguity of the present ordin-
ances make it difficult to enforce them.
Mr. Gurnee commented further that several drafts of this ordinance have been
worked through to this point, and that the city has advertised and held public
hearings. People have been picking up the draft copies. The city has also looked
at what other cities have done. He proposes that this ordinance be reviewed
yearly. It is proposed that property owners will be offered help in the ways of
grants or youth corps workers. Regarding self -auto repair (Condition 11), he
views this as a definite problem in Morro Bay. He stated again that he has
taken a great deal of time developing this ordinance to respond to the most
pressing need he has found in his office. He feels everyone of the conditions of
the ordinance are reasonable, straight -forward, and collects in one place to be
handled by one department all the problems that are not currently spelled out or
are spread out in various codes and not enforced.
Councilman Rosenberg commented that in the interest of efficient government,
he would suggest that citizens do their homework and bring their concerns to the
City Council before the last minute. There have been hearings, study sessions,
articles and editorials in the newspaper -- so he cannot understand why people
have waited until this final consideration to come forth. Regarding property
maintenance, he is a devotee of private property. He recognizes there is a
problem in Morro Gay and he finds these 29 issues to be dealt:: with, reasonable.
He would suggest that the issue of boats in front yards be dealt with as a
specific issue at this time, and not hold up the entire ordinance with further
study of it. Regarding the enforcement of this ordinance, he has no fear of
'gestapo' tactics as described by some citizens tonight. He would suggest that
Condition 11 might be reworded for clarification as follows, "Performance of
mechanical work on motor vehicles on public rights -of -way in excess of one week
or performance of..." with the one week limit on work infront yard areas rather
than in public right-of-way.
Councilman Cantine asked if the City Administrator fully endorses this
ordinance and considers all these items essential. Mr. Guluzzy stated that he
feels the City must have something on the books to deal with the problems we
have. At present, the Community Development Dipector is powerless to deal .with
the problesm. He feels the ordinance is excellent. He is glad the public is
expressing itself. The city staff is known for handling problems helpfully and
in the right manner. He has no problem with the draft as presented.
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page 7
Councilman Cantine indicated that he has had constituents come to him regar-
ding properties with 6 and 7 vehicles parked in front of'them, and tell him that
the Public Works Department, the Police Department, the Planning Department --
none of them can do anything about it. Therefore, he feels this ordinance is
necessary, but he wants to know if perhaps it represents 'over -kill'. It is his
understanding that previous city staff adopted a policy of not enforcing the ordin-
ances that apply to any of these areas. He has no qualms that enforcement of this
ordinance will represent 'gestapo' tactics. He indicated that he sought comment
from the City Administrator regarding his support, so that this ordinance is not
solely on the "back of the Planning Director."
Councilman Harmon felt this ordinance may not be perfect, but it is the best
we have. Also, if there is any problem of dealing with public, "we can change
staff." Hopefully, this ordinance will help deal with some of the problems.
Councilman Reasor stated he is bothered about the problems for owners of the
40 x 60' lots, and the many that will be affected who do have boats. He would
like to see some consideration in this area; it doesn't seem fair.
Councilman Cantine commented that in the previous ordinance, there was
provision for appeal. He has no reluctance in recognizing a unique hardship case,
not of the individual's making. He asked Mr. Gurnee if this ordinance is subject
to variances. Mr. Gurnee responded that yes, they could be applied for and granted.
Mr. Cantine commented that he did not feel very many would qualify for hardship
cases.
Mayor Shelton indicated he feels helpless, frustrated by this -- learning that
city agencies cannot handle the complaints that are received; there are people out
there who want to have these nuisances dealt with -- he cited several calls he has
received, personally . On the other hand, we have a community involved in fishing,
and it is not economically feasible to direct boat owners in all cases to storage
facilities. We have to come to grips with this issue. Other concerns expressed
tonight could be met with modifications to certain conditions of the ordinance.
Mr. Gurnee stated that if there is that much concern regarding the condition
relating to boats and recreational vehicles (Condition 7), we could pull that one
section and go forward with the rest of the ordinance. He emphasized that that
one condition is the one that his office receives the most complaints about.
Councilman Cantine repeated that that is the one he too is most concerned
about. He would like to sharpen the appeal procedure and recognize the :right of
variance. He feels the city could recognize a "grandfather right" in certain areas.
He would be willing to carry this over to another meeting to have the Planning
Director look at this.
Councilman Rosenberg stated that if the entire ordinance is held up, it will
be time-consuming to consider:at another meeting. He would favor not pulling the
boat issue; it is one of those covered in an existing ordinance. If the city does
want to change it, we can change it in both ordinances at the same time.
Mayor Shelton stated that the council has encouraged public comment. In this
case, the public only materialized after 6 months consideration of this issue. We
don't know the reasons, but know that they have come up with these concerns which
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page 8
he has not heard before. We still have an opportunity with our creative staff to
address the points. The study session did not include the public input, so we
should consider it now.
Councilman Cantine said that according to his notes of comments made tonight,
there are three areas of concern: 1) too many boats for small lot size; 2) too
many cars and house trailers; 3) the painting of buildings to improve them (this
one he considers minor and easily worked out through a volunteer program).
MOTION: Councilman Rosenberg moved that Ordinance No. 176 be read by title only.
The motion was seconded by Councilman Cantine and carried by unanimous
roll call vote.
Mr. Guluzzy read Ordinance No. 176 by title only: "An ordinance amending
the Morro Bay Municipal Code by adding a new Chapter 17.58 entitled Property
Maintenance Regulations and. deleting and replacing Chapter 17.20 with a new Chapter
17.61 entitldd Enforcement."
MOTION: Councilman Rosenberg moved that this constitute the first reading of this
Ordinance No. 176, and that it be approved as recommended by staff. The
motion was seconded by Councilman Cantine and carried, with Councilman
Reasor and Mayor Shelton dissenting.
Mr. Guluzzy read the Property Maintenance Regulations, Section 17.58 and
Code Enforcement Ordinance, Section 17.61.
Break: 9:40 p.m. Reconvened: 9:55 p.m.
D-1 Appeal of Al and Paul Meyers of Planning Commission decision approving
Master Plan with conditions for their marina development.
Mr. Gurnee stated that he has nothing to add in the latest of a series of
reports. The issues have been extensively discussed by the Planning Commission
and the City Council. The Planning Commission finally adopted the Master Plan;
the Meyers disagree and are appealing this decision.
Gerald Mason, representing the Meyers in their appeal, reviewed that the
Meyers have been attempting to develop the property since 1975. There are two
projects -- 16 slips on water front, and a residence replacing a 1920 residence.
He indicated that hardships to the Meyers' have included city requirements to.:
present plans that would relocate the proposed garage, modify the parking, and
install plantings in the waterfront area of this working marina. These are substan=
tial changes which he feels are unfair requirements to make of the Meyers, when
they have complied with statutes of the State of California and received permits.
He feels they have the right to continue in good faith, as they have in the past.
Al Meyers presented information regarding city -imposed restrictions, including
that at this boat -building marina, no boats are to be built; also, more than one- .
third of this lot on the waterfront is to be put into plantings; a shower, which
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page 9
the city originally required, and the Meyers want, is now being refused because
there is no water for it. The original permits and plans, including revisions
requested by city at that time, have been stamped approved -- and these represent
what the Meyers consider acceptable to them. The parking and plantings as origi-
nally proposed, were approved by the Coastal Commission.
Mrs. Faith Meyer indicated she wanted to speak to the subject of what her
family has been through. She stated that on July 9, 1979, the Planning Director
asked the Meyers to come to his office to discuss the possibility of stop -work.
order. They discussed landscaping and plantings. The Planning Director indicated
he wanted to see everything on one plan. The Meyers architect met with the Plan-
ning Director'on July 13 to review what should be on the master plan to be drawn.
On Nov. 14, the architect was asked by the Planning Director to make additional
changes on the parking lot plan -- these changes were submitted on Nov. 20. The
Planning Director asked for a few more changes; the architect made these. On
Nov. 21, the Planning Director contacted the Meyers that he had walked over the
property, and then lifted the stop -work order on the project. The day after
the Planning Commission meeting, Meyer received a letter indicating numerous
changes, i.e. rather than one-third of the waterfront area to be landscaped,
two-thirds of the waterfront had been approved for landscaping. Also, changes to
the driveway and fencing.
Dorothy Cutter stated that she lives across the street from this project,
and .has for 22 years. She feels dumbfounded about the description of this being
a boat -building marina. When the city became a city, this area was rezoned and
there was no boat building; at a public meeting 3 or 4 years ago, she understood
that boat building was no longer an allowed use.
Norm Tooman stated that he is the one who builds boats at the marina. He
feels certain of the city requirements constitute 'harrassment' for the Meyers, in
order to provide an additional buffer for Mrs. Elenor Kolb. He commented on'the
$1500 per month in slip rental that is being lost at the present time, and the
danger posed by the bulkhead during the stop -work.
Councilman Cantine responded to a comment that no councilpersons have been
seen on the property except with Mrs. Kolb; he stated that he has walked the
property many times alone, trying to learn the facts about the property, but with-
out making his presence known.
Dorothy Cutter commented that there is a difference between boat maintenance
and boat building. Allowing this specific use (boat building) opens the door to
other uses.
Elenor Kolb stated that she has not walked the property with any council -
people, and that Mr. Gurnee walked the property with her only once. The bulkhead
that represents a safety hazard, is 8 feet over on her property and she considers
it a hazard to herself as well. Regarding the $60,000 the Meyers have spent on the
project to date, she contends that most of that was spent on the bulkhead which was
built without city approvals and against Coastal Commission determinations. Regarding
the Meyers claims that they were unaware of certain requirements of the master plan
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Jan. 28, 1980
page 10
for parking, lighting and landscaping until after the Planning Commission meeting,
Mrs. Kolb says that these requirements are on the tapes of that meeting, and
that the Meyers attorney was present and spoke at that meeting.
Regarding boat building activities, Mrs. Kolb stated that has not been done
nor has it been allowed for many years; one boat was partially constructed there
in 1966. It is her understanding that this is a non -conforming use and that after
a year of not conducting a use (boat building), it becomes null and void to do so.
Regarding the driveway location, it is too close to hers and she does not want to
have to back across the marina driveway; also it conflicts with the bus unloading
school children every school day.
Mrs. Kolb believes the master plan is a step in the right direction, however,
it does not meet all zoning ordinance requirements; the Planning Commission has
never approved the bulkhead, nor has the Coastal Commission. The house permit
was issued without proper proceedings.
Gerald Mason stated that with reference to the transcripts of the Planning
Commission meeting, he has been trying to get a copy of the tape, without success.
Mr. Gurnee stated at this time that many people have listened to the tape recently
and when Mr. Mason asked to hear it, the day he came in the machine did not work,
and has not worked since.
Ron Walker described himself as a small boat owner; he believes this marina
is the only one in town where a person can work on a boat for a reaonable cost.
A great hazard exists at present, and he believes the City Council is doing the
public a disservice not to act on improving the property.
Mrs. Kolb stated she believes her property has sustaned $50-60,000 damage
in cracks in her home, slippage of her bulkhead, damage to retaining walls -- all
sustained since May when the Meyers began work. She feels they have delayed their
own project by not following proper procedures.
Al Meyer feels the agreement the Planning Director is asking him to sign, will
aid only Mrs. Kolb's property. Regarding the sheet piling approval, the city and
the Corps of Engineers felt this was the best way to repair the bulkhead; now the
Coastal Commission approval is being withheld until the city approves, and the city
won't approve until Meyer signs the agreement to comply with conditions. He is
appealing the conditions of the master plan as imposed by Planning Commission
because the only change he had agreed to in advance was the moving of one parking
space.
Mrs. Faith Meyer stated that they did not receive notification of the Planning
Commission meeting being held until the day after it occurred: And that is when
they learned the plan had been approved with changes.
Cliff Smith, stated that as a fisherman, the boat yard is needed. He said
that boats have been built and repaired at this location for 30 years, and most
recently in 1977. He is concerned about meeting the salmon fishing season; Meyer
needs all the space he can get, so he asks that the city not take the space away
from him (for landscaping).
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Jan. 28, 1980
page 11
Mrs. Ethel Meyer stated that the boat building and boat work have taken place
on this property for years. She spoke personally of the Meyers men as fine men,
very well thought of by others. She indicated that their concern for the property
showed in their disappointment when a previous leasee of the property did not
upgrade and maintain the property. The Meyers have been subjected to a great deal;
they have never acted maliciously or with disregard to the city: However, they
have been pushed to the wall.
Dorothy Cutter maintained that boat maintenance and boat building are diff-
erent functions; boat building is her objection and has not been done for years.
Elenor Kolb feels the property could not meet ordinance requirements for boat
building at all, and hardly could for boat repair. She wanted to clarify that
she did not initiate the stop -work order by the city, nor the Coastal Commission
action taken.
Norm Tooman stated that he was hired to do the construction work before he
bought the boat yard. Regarding the sheet piling,. this was not only the only
method, but also the best solution. Realizing Mrs. Kolb's situation and wanting
to show good faith, the Meyers had proposed to continue with the sheet piling
along the front of Mrs. Kolb's property as well. Regarding the problem ,' Mrs.
Kolb is expereincing with her bulkhead, this is a problem for all or at least many
of the bulkheads.
Mrs. Kolb stated that her bulkhead is not eroded under, but that the damage
is from the sheet pilings being installed. She feels ten times as much dirt was
removed than the Corps of Engineers allowed. Her bulkhead is solid, but her asphalt
and her wall have cracked from the amount of dirt removed next door. At no time
did she talk with the Meyers (or anyone else) regarding installing sheet piling.
She did get an estimate from another firm, in case she should have to make repairs.
Councilman Cantine stated that when the Meyers came before the City Council
last time, he saw no reason to hold up construction of the house. He could see
no gain to the Meyers or to the city to delay the house. As he recalls, the
motion was made so that things could be worked out and become part of the covenant
and the master plan. Why can the boat repair facility not continue?
Al Meyer said because the Planning Director has boat repair tied up with
conditions of the bulkhead, and the Coastal Commission has help up, waiting for
city to take action.
Planning Director Gurnee stated that the boat yard has been operated as such
all along. Al Meyer replied, yes, under hazardous conditions. Meyer indicated
that in the 1977 Planning Commission hearings, the P.C. stated they wanted to see
plans for the landscaping, lighting, parking; a master plan was never specified.
Paul Meyer stated that the concept.of their plans was approved at that time,
based on their proposing landscaping, lighting and parking. Otherwise, they could
not have gotten Coastal Commission approval.
Councilman Cantine asked how the Meyers were notified that the Planning Commis-
sion would be considering this. Mr. Grunee stated that he sent copies by certified
mail to all applicants well in advance of the meeting.
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page 12
Al Meyer stated that he had received word from someone that there would
not be a quorum for that Commission meeting, so did not feel it would be consid-
ered. When he picked up his mail at his post office box (it did not arrive by
certified mail), the meeting had been held.
Mr. Gurnee recalled he had been told that the Meyers would not be at the
meeting anyway -- that they were out of state.
Al Meyer agreed that he had been out of state, but arrived back earlier than
expected.
Mr. Gurnee stated regarding the tapes of the 1977 meeting, the minutes did
not reflect, nor did the resolution later, that pieces of plans had to be pulled
together. After he listened to the tapes in July of this past year, he could
tell that the Planning Commission intended that they see the details of land-
scaping, parking and lighting plans.
Mayor Shelton reviewed that several things appear to be at issue:
- A master plan was approved by the Planning Commission at public hearing;
a decision was made which the Meyers are appealing, feeling that some of the condi-
tions imposed .by the P.C. decision are too restrictive.
- In July, it appeared that permits were inaccurate; the City Council sought
to facilitate the Meyers interest by seeking an agreement between the Meyers and
the Planning Department.
Mr. Gerald Mason stated that the matter was approved at that time, and that
there is nothing in the resolution that requires the Meyers to submit a master
plan. There were two separate matters: 1) that the stop -work order would be
lifted, and 2) that a covenant would be drawn. Subsequently, the differences
between the City and the Meyers were worked out. Mr. Gurnee lifted the stop -work
order. Then another matter -- the bathroom/shower at the marina-- came to the
attention of Mr. Gurnee and he refused to lift the stop -work order until such time
as a master plan was submitted.
Mr. Gurnee reviewed that the matter came to the Planning Commission as follows:
In June, he wrote a letter indicating that because the plan was coming in in bits
and pieces, he felt an overall plan should be submitted. In reviewing the tapes
in July (of the 1977 meeting), it became apparent to him that a mistake had been
made -- the Planning Commission or City Council had desired to see all the plans
at one time for review.
Mr. Mason stated that the Meyers agreed to present such a master plan. It
seemed that the City Council was in a position to make a ruling; then the Planning
Commission turned around and made a requirement that the garage be handled separately.
Councilman Rosenberg commented that there have been mistakes made by a number
of people. Therefore, the Planning Director has attempted to find a way that we
can clear this up and be fair to everyone.
Mr. Mason felt that is grossly unfair on that basis and has caused his clients
to spend some $60,000.
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page 13
Councilmen Cantine and Rosenberg recalled that they had supported the Meyers
going ahead with the residence -- separating it -- with the assurances that it
would go back to the Planning Commission, and other issues could be considered
with the residence excluded.
Councilman Harmon stated that he has no problem with the master plan, that
it was to solve the unanswered questions that had been raised. His problem now
is whether the conditions which have been placed on the project are reasonable.
The Meyers are saying they object to certain conditions. However, their lawyer
is saying something different. He would like to be done with it, feeling that
the Council has bent over backwards to make this work.
Mr. LeSage stated that one if the issues is the house -- the City Council
has said that because the permit has been issued, proceed with the house; however,
due to a lawsuit, they cannot proceed with the house. The next issue is the
pilings and the docks -- the Coastal Commission says they must have city approval
before going ahead. Now the Council is approving landscaping, parking and
lighting -- which is the master plan portion.
Regarding the Planning staff's recommended conditions for approval of the
marina master plan, Mr. LaSage felt Condition 4c., boat building, should not be
a condition, as the legality or nonlegality is based on past use.
Regarding relocation,of the garage, Mr. LaSage advised the Council that to
require this, will be to send the Meyers back to the Coastal Commission, in
addition to having the lawsuit.
Mrs. Kolb commented that at the negative declaration hearing, the request
made was for boat repair, not boat building. Also, the City Council said a public
hearing should be conducted to hear all the concerns.
At this time, there was discussion regarding staff interpretations of the
zoning and nonconforming uses. Building Inspector George felt this is not a
nonconforming zone; that when a PD zone is changed, it carries that designation
as the total use established. Mr. Gurnee stated it has been his understanding and
he has been interpreting that the use consistent with the land use is residential,
and therefore, boat building or boat 'repair is nonconforming.
Mr. LaSage stated that this would make all the city docks along this area
nonconforming. If it is a nonconforming use, it is one of history. In either
case, it should not be part of this consideration.
Councilman Rosenberg suggested the Council could ask for a specific staff
report to clarify this issue.
Mayor Shelton felt that the Council must act to uphold or not uphold the
conditions imposed by the Planning Commission. He would favor upholding the
Planning Commission action, but deleting Condition 4c. relating to boat building,
pending research and report by Planning staff of the boat building issue.
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page 14
Councilman Cantine favored taking two separate actions: deny the appeal,
deleting Planning Commission Condition 4c, and then as a separate action, .review
the history of it and establish as either being permitted or not permitted (boat
building). He thinks a legal opinion is needed as to whether under the ordinances,
boat building is properly a part of this action; then he would approve deleting
Condition 4c, if City Attorney rules that this can be removed from the Planning
Commission conditions of approval for the master plan.
MOTION: Mayor Shelton moved that Condition 4c. be deleted from the conditions for
approval of the marina master plan. The motion was seconded by Councilman
Harmon and carried by unanimous roll call vote.
MOTION: Councilman Cantine moved the City Attorney be directed to render an
opinion on the appropriateness of the inclusion of boat building in the
Meyers project, based on the history of the project, and determine if
legally permissable. The motion was seconded by Mayor Shelton and
carried on a unanimous roll call vote.
In response to a question regarding the occupancy of the house, Mr. Gurnee
commented that in approving the house, the City Council made the condition that
the approval of the garage would hold up the occupancy of the residence.
Councilman Reasor was of the opinion that there could be no occupancy until
everything was completed.
Mr. Gurnee agreed that there are a number of improvements the city wants to
assure are installed before the property is occupied. Councilman Harmon wondered
if this could be changed to permit occupancy of the new docks.
Mrs. Kolb stated that the general and specific plans are intended to assure
that everything else will be done or completed.
Al Meyer questioned why the garage has to be tied in, when the rest of the
property and land are leased for purposes of marina and boat building uses.
Councilman Harmon stated that the garage will have to be considered by the
Coastal Commission.
Mr. Gurnee cautioned that depending on the Council's action, there might end
up a situation of approval of a residence and no marina.
Ron Walker commented that this is a matter of public interest; if the Council
votes restrictions on the Meyers, they won't even be able to build the slips,
which are really needed.
Discussion followed regarding implications of any actions.:the Council might
take, and the time frame to be considered.
Regarding assurances, Paul Meyer stated that all their equipment, and materials
are on the site -- there is no question that they will be staying around.
Al Meyer stated his preference that the residence be separated from conditions
for the marina.
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page 15
Mr. LaSage counseled that approval is for plans that relate to the marina,
and that he could not see that the Council could tie-in a residence.
Councilman Rosenberg wanted to see some way of assuring that the docks and
landscaping would be completed.if the house is to be occupied.
MOTION: Councilman Harmon moved that Condition 6 of the Planning Commission
.conditions of approval, be changed to delete "or the Al Meyers' residence".
The motion was seconded by Councilman Reasor and failed on the following
roll call vote: Ayes - Councilmen Harmon and Reasor; Noes - Councilmen
Cantine and Rosenberg and Mayor Shelton.
Mr. Guluzzy reminded the Council that a vote should be taken to continue the
meeting beyond 12:00. It was so moved and carried.
Break: 12:15 a.m. Reconvened: 12:22 a.m.
Councilman Harmon felt that the assurances the Council seeks are making it
economically unfeasible for the Meyers.
Gerald Mason could not think of an alternative to accomplish what the Council
has in mind. He feels it appears that if Council proceeds and refuses to approve
occupancy of the house, ti6ing it to the master plan, that this constitutes taking
private property illegally.
Mayor Shelton stated he can understand the Meyers wanting to get this built
and completed, but the Council cannot ignore the findings of the Planning Commis-
sion at public hearings. He would suggest that the appeal be denied.
Mr. Gurnee stated that legal issues aside, this plan makes sense to buffer
two uses here -- creates a desirable buffer to residential and quasi -commerical
property. If this could be looked at calmly, developing this per the master plan
will provide a facility like has not been seen in this town and a real asset. There
is actually a savings in dollars in some areas of this plan. The Planning Commission
went to great lengths to make these conditions reasonable.
Councilman Harmon expressed concerns regarding the size of the buffer (Condi-
tion le.) -- he would like to see this not be wider than 6 feet. This require-
ment should pertain only to fence and edging area.
MOTION: Mayor Shelton moved that the Meyers appeal be denied,.subject to the
Planning Commission's recommended conditions, as amended (excluding
Condition 4c). The motion was seconded by Councilman Cantine, and
carried, with Councilman Harmon dissenting.
At this time, the Council moved to adjourn and to continue the Individual
Determination and/or Action items remaining on the agenda, to executive meeting,
scheduled for Wednesday, January 30, at 5:15 p.m. in the City Hall Conference Room.
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page 16
The meeting adjourned at 12:30 a.m._
RECORDED BY:
Donald F. Guluzzy, City Clerk
By: Jane Johansen,
Acting Deputy City Clerk
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MINUTES - MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL
Study Session
January 16, 1980, 5:15 p.m.
Morro Bay Recreation Hall
The meeting was called to order at 5:15 p.m. by Mayor Shelton.
ROLL CALL
Present: Councilmen Harmon, Cantine, Reasor, Rosenberg and Mayor
Shelton
Absent: None
STAFF PRESENT
T. Keith Gurnee, Acting City Administrator
Bill George, Building Inspector
Sharon Lilley, Acting Deputy City Clerk
Mr. Gurnee stated that there was a need to centralize many
existing violations and new violations to strengthen the code
enforcement section of the Zoning Ordinance and to set forth
procedures which have not existed in the past. Mr. Gurnee stated
that we need to consolidate to make accountable to one person, the
activities of code enforcement. He stated that a three -ordinance
package went to the Planning Commission which included:
1. Property Maintenance
2. Certificate of Occupancy
3. Enforcement Section of Existing Zoning Ordinance
Mr. Gurnee stated that these three ordinances would be coupled with
the Code Enforcement Program which would take care of many of the
problem areas of Morro Bay. Mr. Gurnee stated that the Property
Maintenance Regulations and Code Enforcement Ordinances. were heard
by the Planning Commission and that they acted positively on them.
However, they refused to act upon the Certificate of Occupancy until
they could hold additional study sessions on this issue. Mr. Gurnee
stated that there is overwhelming support from the community in both
residential areas and various businesses.
Bill George stated that there is a state mandate to comply with
the Uniform Building Code which requires inspection of all motels,
hotels, and apartments which are two stories or less and that we
have approximately 2-3 years to complete the job.
Mr. Guluzzy arrived at the Study Session at 5:35 p.m.
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Mr. George stated that it is because the local cities and
counties are not doing their jobs in code enforcement that the
state is being forced to mandate compliance with the Uniform
Building Code. He stated that the Planning Commission is
requesting that the City Council hold hearings on this issue.
Bill George stated that he has never pushed a full abatement
of a nuisance because there has never been a clear definition as
to how the abatement process should be carried out. Mr. George
distributed copies of the state law regarding Certificate of
Occupancy. He stated that the only area which can be forced to
be corrected are those which are of grievous danger to the tennant.
Councilman Rosenberg stated that he has a real concern about
the inspection process and the privacy rights of tennants. He
stated that the ordinance should include a clause which states what
the intent of the inspection is and that it is for the purpose of
that inspection only and that no other violations could be reported.
Mr. Gurnee stated that the only violations which people will be
asked to have brought up to code will those which are life endangering.
Mayor Shelton asked what the appeal procedure would be for the
Certificate of Occupancy and whether it should be included in the
ordinance? Mr. Gurnee replied that the best way to handle it was
to re -write the Municipal Code. Councilman Cantine discussed how
the Certificate of Occupancy would effect renters. He asked if
renters would be required to obtain a Certificate of Occupancy each
time they moved into another apartment? Mr. Gurnee stated that the
owner of an apartment would be required only once each year to get
a Certificate of Occupancy. Mayor Shelton asked if we had the staff
and budget to handle these kinds of inspections? Mr. Gurnee stated
that we would have to concentrate on the specific problem areas in
the City. A discussion followed regarding making the Certificate
of Occupancy as part of the escrow process. It was stated that it
would be necessary to check with the City Attorney for guidance.
Mayor Shelton left the meeting at 6:25 p.m.
Mr. Gurnee discussed the Property Maintenance Code and what its
effectiveness could be on the City. Mr. Gurnee stated that major
mechanical work would not be allowed to be done in the front yard
of residential areas. He stated that the primary factor for
consideration would be not completing a repair in a reasonable
amount of time.
Mr. Gurnee stated that in order for the Code Enforcement Program
to work and be successful, we have to have a reasonable and flexible
attitude. Councilman Cantine stated that he wants the general
statements deleted from the code and feels that the job can still be
accomplished successfully without these general statements. Mr.
Gurnee stated that his primary targets for the Property Maintenance
would consist of the following: unpainted buildings, mechanical repairs
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of vehicles in rights of way; and furniture stored in yards
(must comply with Garbage Ordinance). Mr. Gurnee stated that
he would try and be more specific and would set time limits in
the code giving guidance as to when such conditions had to be
corrected. Councilman Cantine suggested that #24 & 25 be deleted
along with the words "spite neighbors". The Council concurred.
Mr. Guluzzy called for an Executive Session on Friday,
January 18, 1980, at 7:00 p.m. at the City Hall Conference Room
to discuss the Police Chief candidates. The Council agreed.
MOTION: Councilman Harmon moved that the meeting be adjourned to
Executive Session on January 18, 1980, at 7:00 p.m. in
the City Hall Conference Room. The motion was seconded
by Councilman Reasor and was unanimously carried by roll
call vote.
The meeting adjourned at 7:16 p.m.
Recorded By: DONALD F. GULUZZY
City Clerk
By: Sharon Lilley, Acting
Deputy City Clerk
CITY OF MORRO BAY
AGENDA - MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL
January 14, 1980, 7:30 p.m.
Morro Bay Recreation Hall
Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Invocation
Roll Call
Public Comment
A.
A-1
A-2
A-3
A-4
A-5
A-6
A-7
A-8
A-9
A-10
A-11
A-12
A-13
CONSENT CALENDAR
Minutes of the November 13, 1979
Minutes of the November 14, 1979
Minutes of the November 19, 1979
Minutes of the November 28, 1979
Minutes of the December 3, 1979
Minutes of the December 10, 1979
Minutes of the December 10, 1979
Minutes of the December 12, 1979
Minutes of the December 17, 1979
Minutes of the December 20, 1979
Minutes of the December 20, 1979
Expenditure Report: November 1,
(RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
Regular Meeting.
Executive Session.
Special Meeting.
Executive Session.
Special Meeting.
Regular Meeting.
Executive Session.
Adjourned Meeting.
Special Meeting.
Special Meeting.
Executive Session.
1979 to November 30, 1979.
Request to set a public hearing on January 28, 1980 for Nuisance
Abatement at Gold Nugget Fisheries. (RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
B. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
B-1 Ordinance No. 174: Home occupations.
B-2 Resolution No. 1-80: Renaming Del Mar Park to Roger D. Silacci
Memorial Park.
B-3 Rate Increase: Morro Bay Garbage Service.
C. NEW BUSINESS
C-1 Bid award: Community Promotions Contract to Morro Bay Chamber of
Commerce for $2,385 plus City Council authorized expenses for
additional services.
C-2 Bid award: Visitor Information Center Contract to Morro Bay
Chamber of Commerce for $8,955.
C-3 Bid award: Emergency Generator.
D. HEARINGS, APPEARANCES, AND REPORTS
D-1 Public Hearing: Appeal of Planning Commission decision by Glen
Haislip granting a variance permit at 225 Main Street.
D-2 Public Hearing: Ordinance No. 175 adopting Uniform Building
Code for Substandard and dangerous buildings.
E. INDIVIDUAL DETERMINATION AND/OR ACTION
E-1 City Council
E-2 City Attorney
E-3 City Administrator
MINUTES - MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting
January 14, 1980, 7:30 p.m.
Morro Bay Recreation Hall
The meeting was called to order with the Pledge of Allegiance
at 7:30 p.m. by Mayor Shelton. Reverend Dear gave the invocation.
ROLL CALI.
Present: Councilmen Cantine, Harmon,Reasor, Rosenberg and Mayor
Shelton
Absent: None
STAFF PRESENT
T. Keith Gurnee, Acting City Administrator
Michael T. LeSage, City Attorney
Sharon Lilley, Acting Deputy City Clerk
PUBLIC COMMENT
Joan Leifhelm, owner of the Flower Pot, stated that on
December 12th, she was closed down because of the outside sale of
Christmas trees she was doing without a use permit. She stated that
at the time of taking out her business license, no one explained to
her at that time that there was a restriction on outside sales. Ms.
Leifhelm stated that she would like to see some type of uniform code
or law regarding outside sales of Christmas trees off premises.
Howard Gaines stated that he was surprised about the occurence.
Keith Gurnee stated that it is very time consuming to obtain a use
permit and that he hoped to have the Municipal Code changed by next
Christmas to prevent a similar situation from occurring again.
Mr. James Campbell spoke regarding the leash law enforcement
in Morro Bay. Mr. Campbell stated that some ordinances are carried
out while other are ignored. Mr. Campbell stated that he would like
a commitment'. from the Council that this law would be enforced now.
Councilman Cantine agreed with Mr. Campbell and stated that the Police
Department is not enforcing the leash law because they say it is not
under their jurisdiction, but rather under the jurisdiction of the
County. Therefore, they would not issue a citation. Councilman
Cantine stated that the Council should hold a public hearing on this
issue. Mike LeSage stated that a citation could be issued without
impounding the animal.
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CONSENT CALENDAR
A-1 Minutes of the November 13, 1979 Regular Meeting.
A-2 Minutes of the November 14, 1979 Executive Session.
A-3 Minutes of the November 19, 1979 Special Meeting.
A-4 Minutes of the November 28, 1979 Executive Session.
A-5 Minutes of the December 3, 1979 Special Meeting.
A-6 Minutes of the December 10, 1979 Regular Meeting.
A-7 Minutes of the December 10, 1979 Executive Session.
A-8 Minutes of the December 12, 1979 Adjourned Meeting.
A-9 Minutes of the December 17, 1979 Special Meeting.
A-10 Minutes of the December 20, 1979 Special Meeting
A-11 Minutes of the December 20, 1979 Executive Session.
A-12 Expenditure Report: November 1, 1979 to November 30, 1979.
(RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
A-13 Request to set a public hearing on January 28, 1980 for
Nuisance Abatement at Gold Nugget Fisheries. (RECOMMEND APPROVAL)
Mayor Shelton reviewed all the items on the Consent Calendar.
Keith Gurnee requested that item A-13 be pulled from the
Consent Calendar.
MOTION: Councilman Rosenberg moved that Items A-1 through A-12
be approved as recommended by staff. The motion was
seconded by Councilman Reasor and carried by roll call
vote with Councilman Cantine voting no.
A-13 Request to set a public hearing on January 28, 1980 for
Nuisance Abatement at Gold Nugget Fisheries.
Keith Gurnee stated that this was a request to set a public
hearing on the abatement of a nuisance at Gold Nugget Fisheries.
MOTION: Mayor Shelton moved that Item A-13 be set for a Public
Hearing on February 11, 1980. The motion was seconded
by Councilman Rosenberg and unanimously carried.
B. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
B-1 Ordinance No. 174: Home occupations.
Keith Gurnee stated that this was the second reading of this
ordinance.
MOTION: Mayor Shelton moved that Ordinance NO. 174 be read by title
only. The motion was seconded by Councilman Harmon and was
unanimously carried.
Keith Gurnee read Ordinance No. 174 by title only.
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Councilman Rosenberg stated that he had several questions
regarding this ordinance as he was absent at the last meeting
when it was discussed. Councilman Rosenberg stated that number B-2
could be misinterpreted. Mr. Gurnee stated that it is a safeguard
to prevent commercial business in a residential area. Mr. Gurnee
stated that these standards are devised to provide guidelines.
Councilman Rosenberg also stated that he had a problem with sales
and display in a residential area. Councilman Rosenberg stated that
he tries to look at the long term effect of this ordinance, especially
in the interpretation of the word "sales". Mayor Shelton agreed that
no sale or display of merchandise on the premises be included in this
section. Councilman Rosenberg stated he also had a problem with V .
Mr. Gurnee stated that anything involving parking requirements would
have to go to the Planning Commission for their approval.
MOTION: Mayor Shelton moved that Ordinance No. 174 be approved with
the first reading as amended. The motion was seconded by
Councilman Rosenberg and unanimously carried by roll call
vote.
B-2 Resolution No. 1-80: Renaming Del Mar Park To Roger D. Silacci
Memorial Park
Mayor Shelton opened this item to public hearing.
Mr. James Campbell stated that he supported this man and his
accomplishments for the youth of the community. However, he would
suggest some other alternatives rather than the renaming of Del Mar
Park. He suggested that one possibility would be to hold a softball
tournament each year in his name or have some kind of a memorial in
his name. Residents who live inthe area of Del Mar Park would like
to see it remain that name.
Mr. Silacci's sister spoke and stated that she and the family
would like to see the -park renamed after Roger Silacci. She wanted
to know why this item had to be heard again before the City Council?
Mayor Shelton explained that the Parks & Recreation Commission had
recommended the renaming of the park to the Council and that they
were now taking that recommendation under consideration.
Mr. Howard Gaines stated that he felt that the precedent had
already been established with the denial by the State to rename
Atascadero Beach on the basis of expense to change the name. Mr.
Gaines stated the addition of a living tree with a plaque as a
living memorial.
Mr. Ansberry stated that the next generation would not know
who Mr. Silacci was and said he would like to see it remain Del Mar
Park.
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Councilman Cantine stated that we need to establish a policy
statement on the naming of public parks after individuals rather
than on geographical locations. Councilman Reasor suggested that
only a portion of the park be named after an individual, i.e. a
baseball diamond. Councilman Cantine stated that he is in favor
of leaving Del Mar Park the way it is currently named. Mayor
Shelton stated that the Council should hold off making a decision
until after a policy statement is established. Mayor Shelton
stated that he would be in favor of renaming Del Mar Park to the
Roger D. Silacci Memorial Park. Councilman Reasor stated that on
all the legal documents, it has been referred to as Del Mar Park.
He would rather be in favor of selecting one specific area within
the park to name after Mr. Silacci. Councilman Rosenberg stated
that he does not like the idea of naming parks or public areas after
specific individuals. He stated that if the precedent had been
established in the past, then it is time for the Council to stop
this kind of practice. Councilman Rosenberg feels that the Parks
and Recreation Commission be directed to specify only one area of
the park after Roger Silacci, with a suitable memorial marker.
MOTION: Councilman Cantine moved that the recommendation by the
Parks and Recreation Commission on the renaming of Del
Mar Park to Roger D. Silacci be recognized and that it
be the policy of the Council that the naming of public
parks be by geographic location rather than by individuals
and that the Parks & Recreation Commission be advised of
this so that it can be included in their draft proposal of
designating public facilities: The motion was seconded by
Councilman Rosenberg and was carried with Mayor Shelton
voting no.
MOTION: Councilman Cantine moved that the Parks & Recreation
Commission be requested by Council to do a search of an
appropriate manner to honor Mr. Roger Silacci for his
service to the youth of this city. The motion was
seconded by Councilman Reasor and was carried with Mayor
Shelton voting no.
B-3 Rate Increase: Morro Bay Garbage Service
Keith Gurnee reviewed the report from Tom McGonagill and
stated that staff's recommendation was to not support a rate increase
at this time based upon the information that was submitted by Morro
Bay Garbage Service. Mr. Gurnee stated that after looking at the
financial statement, there is no doubt that they are losing- money.
Mr. Gurnee stated from a memo dated January 14, 1980, Mr. Guluzzy
suggested the possibility of an interim rate increase be considered
to assist the garbage company on a temporary basis until a more
complete analysis could be achieved. Mayor Shelton stated that Mr.
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Guluzzy implied in his memo that unless a rate increase was
approved that night, that Morro Bay Garbage could default on
their contract. Mr. Gaines stated that a performance bond is
usually included in a bid to prevent this from happening. Mr.
Wagner stated that the reason for trying to convert from yard
service to curb service is to cut their costs. Mayor Shelton
stated that staff needs more time to examine and study the entire
problem. Councilman Cantine stated that he does not want to take
any action at this time with the City Administrator and the Finance
Director out of town. Councilman Cantine stated that it appeared
that an adjustment of rates is necessary and that the city wants to
keep Morro Bay Garbage functioning. Councilman Cantine also
suggested that perhaps the salaries of key personnel in the
business could be revealed to the Council only for consideration.
Councilman Cantine stated that this item should be deferred until
the next regular City Council meeting. Mayor Shelton stated that
it was an unfair request to ask staff to come back in two weeks
with a recommendation when staff is so busy. A.CPA representing
Morro Bay Garbage Company stated that he felt that all of the
necessary information had been presented in the report and that
perhaps the Council could approve the commercial rates that night
and discuss further the residential rates.
Mr. James Campbell proposed the idea to Mr. Wagner of buying
garbage cans at the bulk rate and selling to customers as needed
at his costs. Mr. Wagner stated he, would consider this proposal
if he is compensated for this service.
Councilman Rosenberg stated that he wants a clear staff
recommendation or justification for the proposed rate increase.
MOTION: Councilman Harmon moved that this item be heard at the
earliest possible date. Councilman Cantine requested
a date certain premised that additional information be
received from Morro Bay Garbage Company. The motion
was seconded by Mayor Shelton and was carried with
Councilman Cantine voting no.
RECESS: 9:30 p.m. RECONVENE: 9:37 p.m.
C. NEW BUSINESS
C-1 Bid award: Community Promotions Contract to Morro Bay Chamber
of Commerce.for $2,385 plus City Council authorized expenses
for additional services.
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Mr. Gurnee stated that Mr. Guluzzy and Mr. McGonagill feel
that the bid should be approved and given to the Chamber of
Commerce because they were the only responsive bidder and recommend
awarding the bid to the bidder on a six month basis. The other
bid submitted by Caldwell did not include a six month report as was
required in the bid specifications.
Councilman Cantine stated that he is unwilling to award the
bid to the Chamber of Commerce based upon the problems that occurred
several months ago, i.e. board members and other key personnel. He
feels that they serve the City very well on an independent basis.
Councilman Cantine stated that he would be happy to defer the decision
until after April 8, 1980. Councilman Rosenberg stated that of the
two bids submitted, he felt that the Caldwell bid was put together
in a better manner than the Chamber of Commerce. Councilman Cantine
stated that he was in favor of awarding the bid to the Chamber of
Commerce as proposed.
Mayor Shelton complemented Councilman Rosenberg on his excellent
job in working on the Community Promotions and Visitor Information
Center bid process. Mayor Shelton stated that he is concerned about
the fact that the city will only receive $450 in actual expenditures
for advertising for the remainder of this fiscal year in the Chamber
of Commerce bid for Community Promotions. Mayor Shelton stated that
the Caldwell bid provided for several spot announcements in their
bid, while the Chamber did not. For this reason, Mayor Shelton stated
that he could not approve the bid as presented.
Howard Gaines stated the money that was not spent by the Chamber
of Commerce on advertising for the City, should be given back to the
City. He said the money could be better appropriated for street
repairs. Judy Kerestan, secretary for the Chamber of Commerce, said
that there is a lot of advertising done which does not show up any
where in the records. Betty Floercky, President of the Chamber of
Commerce, stated that she feels that the City Council should support
the Chamber of Commerce with its new board and personnel and that
both sides should forget the past.
Fred Smith, Barbara Isabel, Neil Kline and Mr. Ansburry also
spoke regarding the Chamber of Commerce.
Councilman Reasor stated that he would have to vote no on
awarding the bid to the Chamber of Commerce. Councilman Harmon
stated that he does not have any problem in approving spending
this money for community promotions. He stated that the reason for
this bid process was to satisfy everyone where the money was going
and where it will go in the future. Councilman Harmon stated whether
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or not money for advertising was properly spent in the past needs
to be answered, but it does not need to be answered by this
particular proposal. Councilman Harmon stated that he would be
in favor of voting for this appropriation so that the city can get
on with community promotions. Councilman Rosenberg stated that he
would also be in favor of this proposal as this allocation would
benefit the city as a whole.
MOTION: Councilman Cantine moved that the proposed contracts for
Community Promotions and Visitor Information Center be
deferred for consideration to the first regular meeting
after April 8, 1980. The motion was seconded by Council-
man Reasor and was carried by roll call vote with Councilmen
Harmon and Rosenberg voting no.
C-3 Bid Award: Emergency Generator
Mr. Gurnee stated that 5 bids were received and the lowest bid
was submitted by San Luis Power House for $7,990.75 for an emergency
electrical generator. Mr. Guluzzy proposed that Council accept this
low bid from San Luis Power House, in the form of Resolution No. 5-80.
Mr. Campbell suggested that Mr. Guluzzy check with General Services
Administration for any surplus that might be available. Mayor
Shelton stated that he assumes that Mr. Guluzzy has checked into this.
MOTION: Councilman Cantine moved that Resolution No. 5-80 be read
by title only. The motion was seconded by Councilman
Reasor and was unanimously carried.
Keith Gurnee read Resolution 5-80 by title only.
"A Resolution Authorizing an Award of a Bid for an Emergency
Generator for the Morro Bay Police Department."
MOTION: Councilman Cantine moved that Resolution 5-80 be approved.
The motion was seconded by Councilman Harmon and unani-
mously carried by roll call vote.
RECESS: 10:50 p.m. RECONVENE: 10:57 p.m.
D. HEARINGS, APPEARANCES, AND REPORTS
D-1 Public Hearing: Appeal of Planning Commission decision by
Glen Haislip'granting a variance permit at 225 Main Street.
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Mr. Haislip stated that this appeal was not just his but also
included his neighbors. He stated that his alternate plan will
provide more visability and safety at Main, Oak, and Shasta Streets.
Sections of the Municipal Code pertaining to parking were discussed
by Mr. Gurnee and Mr. Haislip. Mr. Gurnee explained the appeal
of a variance to construct a 5 space parking area on a small
triangular shaped parcel. He stated that he had come to the con-
clusion that the safest way to align the parking is the way Gladys
Walton proposed it. Mr. Williams, Civil Engineer, spoke on behalf
of Mrs. Walton and stated that'he approves of the proposal as
presented.
Mr. Lemons, Neil Kline, and Harvey Pederson spoke against
Mrs. Walton's proposal.
Mr. Gurnee stated that it is a classic hardship lot that is
small and odd shaped. The only way to provide the 5 space parking
requirement in this location is to construct it the way it is being
proposed. It is a case of doing what looks best and is safe for
this particular parcel.
Councilman Rosenberg stated that he supported the Planning
Commission decision. Councilman Cantine stated that he would be
opposed to opening the site in question onto Main Street. Council-
man Harmon asked Mr. Gurnee what the possibilities were of building
a structure on that location? Mr. Gurnee stated until the building
moratorium was lifted there is nothing to worry about and that it
would require a full hearing. Councilman Reasor stated he did not
like the idea of a personal residence or dwelling being constructed
on that parcel.
MOTION: Councilman Cantine moved that the appeal by Glen Haislip
granting a variance for the construction of a parking lot
be denied. The motion was seconded by Councilman Reasor
and was carried by roll call vote with Councilman Harmon
voting no.
D-2 Public Hearing: Ordinance No. 175 adopting Uniform Building
Code for Substandard and dangerous buildings.
Mr. Gurnee stated that these are long standing codes for
dangerous buildings which have been in existance and adopted by
cities across the nation. However, Morro Bay has never gone through
the process of officially adopting these codes.
Mayor Shelton opened this item to public hearing.
There was no public comment. Mayor Shelton closed the public
hearing.
Mr. Gurnee stated that. he would like to see the Council schedule
this item for a second hearing.
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MOTION: Mayor Shelton moved that Ordinance No. 175 be read by
title only. The motion was seconded by Councilman
Cantine and unanimously carried.
Mr. Gurnee read Ordinance No. 175 by title only.
"This is an Ordinance Repealing-- Chapter 14.40 of the Morro
Bay Municipal Code Section 4300 to 4308, part 3, Ordinance 15
Regarding the Abatement of Unsafe Buildings and Substandard
Buildings.
MOTION: Mayor Shelton moved that Ordinance No. 175 be approved
and this constitutes the first reading. The motion was
seconded by Councilman Cantine and unanimously carried
by roll call vote.
E. INDIVIDUAL DETERMINATION AND/OR ACTION
E-1 City Council
Mayor Shelton stated that at the"last meeting he asked the
Council to be thinking of who they might like to appoint to the
Water Advisory Board or the North Coast Transit Committee. Because
Mayor Shelton had received no word from -the Council of an interested
member, he appointed himself to the Water Advisory Board, and
appointed Councilman Reasor to serve as the alternate. Mayor Shelton
also appointed himself to the North Coast Transit Committee.
E-2 City Attorney
The City Attorney had nothing to report.
E-3 City Administrator
Keith Gurnee, Acting City Administrator, presented the
Certification of'the results of the Annexation Initiative qualifying
this for the ballot on April 8, 1980. He stated that Mr. Guluzzy
recommended that the Council adopt Resolution No. 4-80. Mike
LeSage stated that once an initiative has been certified, then it
is up to the Council to pass a Resolution calling and ordering an
election on that particular issue.
MOTION: Councilman Harmon moved that Resolution No. 4-80,-be .read
by title only. The motion was seconded by Councilman
Reasor and was unanimously carried.
Mr. Gurnee read Resolution O. 4-80 by title only.
"Resolution of the City Council of the City of Morro Bay Giving
Notice of the Placement Upon the April 8, 1980 Election Ballot of
A Certain Question, Proposition, or Measure Relating to an Initiative
Ordinance of the People of the City of Morro Bay Requesting Voter
Approval of Annexations Measure Relating to an Initiative."
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Mayor Shelton stated that the motion was unclear. He
requested that the word "requesting" be changed to "required" and
that the words "measure relating to an initiative" be deleted:
from the Resolution.
MOTION: Councilman Harmon moved that Resolution No. 4-80 be
approved as amended. The motion was seconded by
Councilman Reasor and was unanimously carried by roll
call vote.
MOTION: Mayor Shelton moved that the meeting be extended past
midnight. The motion was seconded by Councilman Cantine
and was unanimously carried.
Keith Gurnee stated that he would like to discuss the grading
on the hillside in the Del Mar heights area and the fact that the
county does not want to do anything about it. He also stated that
the Coastal Commission had been contacted and they were to get
together with the County to discuss this problem but that it had
been postponed. Mr. Gurnee stated that there are 6-7 roads
currently cutting across the hillsides which are prone to slide.
Mayor Shelton stated that this area is in the sphere of the
City's influence, but yet there is absolutely nothing that the
city can do about it.
MOTION: Councilman Harmon moved that the City Council go on
record directing staff and City Council to prepare for
presentation to the County Board of Supervisors a strong
objection to their position on the Myer's lease within
the Morro Bay City Limits in light of the general plan
and our designation of it as a land slide prone area and
that it should be covered under the Environmental Impact
Report any action which is taken on it. The motion was
seconded by Councilman Cantine and was unanimously carried.
MOTION: Mayor Shelton moved that the meeting be adjourned to
Wednesday, January 16, 1980, at 5:15 p.m. in the City
Hall Conference Room for a Study Session. The motion was
seconded by Councilman Reasor and was unanimously carried.
The meeting adjourned at 12:17 p.m.
Recorded by:
DONALD F. GULUZZY, City Clerk
By: Sharon Lilley
Acting Deputy City Clerk