Agenda Package - PC_May16_2023PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
AGENDA
Tuesday, May 16, 2023, 6:00 p.m.
Hybrid City Council Chamber/Virtual Zoom Meeting
215 East Branch Street, Arroyo Grande
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This Planning Commission meeting will be conducted by hybrid in-person/virtual format. Members of the public
may participate and provide public comment on agenda items during the meeting in person at the location
identified above, by joining the Zoom meeting, or by submitting written public comments to Andrew Perez,
Associate Planner, at aperez@arroyogrande.org.
1.CALL TO ORDER
2.ROLL CALL
3.FLAG SALUTE
4.AGENDA REVIEW
The Commission may revise the order of agenda items depending on public interest and/or special
presentations.
5.COMMUNITY COMMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS
This public comment period is an invitation to members of the community to present issues,
thoughts, or suggestions on matters not scheduled on this agenda. Comments should be limited to
those matters that are within the jurisdiction of the Planning Commission. Members of the public may
provide public comment remotely by joining the Zoom meeting utilizing one of the methods provided
below. Please use the “raise hand” feature to indicate your desire to provide public comment.
Click the link below to join the webinar:
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• Or Telephone Attendee: 1-669-900-6833; 1-346-248-7799; 1-253-215-8782; Press * 9 to “raise
hand” for public comment
The Brown Act restricts the Commission from taking formal action on matters not published on the
agenda. In response to your comments, the Chair or presiding official may:
• Direct City staff to assist or coordinate with you.
• A Commissioner may state a desire to meet with you.
• It may be the desire of the Commission to place your issue or matter on a future agenda.
Please adhere to the following procedures when addressing the Commission:
• Comments should be limited to 3 minutes or less.
• Your comments should be directed to the Commission as a whole and not directed to an individual
Commissioner.
• Slanderous, profane or personal remarks against any Commissioner or member of the audience
shall not be permitted.
6.WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
Correspondence or supplemental information for the Planning Commission received after Agenda
preparation. In compliance with the Brown Act, the Commission will not take action on
correspondence relating to items that are not listed on the Agenda, but may schedule such matters
for discussion or hearing as part of future agenda consideration.
7.CONSENT AGENDA
7.a Approval of Minutes
(HOLUB)
Recommended Action:
Approve the Minutes of the May 2, 2023 Regular Meeting
7.b Consideration of Time Extension 23-002 for Conditional Use Permit No.19-002; One Year
Time Extension in Accordance With the Arroyo Grande Municipal Code Location – 207
Pilgrim Way; Representative – Warren Hamrick
(PEREZ)
Recommended Action:
It is recommended that the Planning Commission adopt a Resolution approving Time
Extension 23-002.
8.PUBLIC HEARINGS
8.a Continued Consideration of Amendments to Title 16 of the Arroyo Grande Municipal Code
Regarding a Safe Parking Ordinance; Development Code Amendment 23-001; Location -
Citywide
(PEREZ)
Recommended Action:
Receive an update on the status of the safe parking ordinance and continue the hearing to
a date uncertain.
9.NON-PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS
9.a Consideration of General Plan Consistency for the Fiscal Years 2023-2028 Capital
Improvement Program
(PEREZ)
Recommended Action:
It is recommended the Planning Commission adopt a Resolution finding that the Capital
Improvement Program is consistent with the General Plan.
10.NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS SINCE MAY 2, 2023
ITEM NO. 1: Architectural Review 23-002; Construction of a New 6,394 Single Family Residence
and Attached 982 Square Foot Three-Car Garage, 1,200 Square Foot Accessory Dwelling Unit and
Attached 635 Square Foot Garage, and 1,322 Square Foot Detached Accessory Structure; Location
–759 Castillo del Mar; Applicant – Magenta Family Trust LLC; Representative – Jennifer Martin, JM
Architecture
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After making the findings specified in Section 16.16.130 of the Municipal Code, the Community
Development Director approved the above referenced project for the construction of a new single
family home and attached three-car garage. The deadline to appeal this project is at 5:00 pm on
June 7, 2023.
ITEM NO. 2: Viewshed Review 23-003; Construction of a 353 Square Foot First Floor Addition
with a 486 Square Foot Garage, and 542 Square Foot Second Story Addition to an Existing Single
Family Residence; Location – 291 James Way; Applicant – Brian & Stephanie Utterback
After making the findings specified in Section 16.16.110 of the Municipal Code, the Community
Development Director approved the above referenced project for the construction of a new garage
with a first-story and second-story addition. The deadline to appeal this project is at 5:00 pm on May
17, 2023.
ITEM NO. 3: Plot Plan Review 23-017; Establishment of a Restaurant in an Existing Commercial
Tenant Space; Location – 110 East Branch Street; Applicant – David Hubbel; Representative – CJ
Horstman, MW Architects
After making the findings specified in Section 16.16.080 of the Municipal Code, the Community
Development Director approved the above referenced project for the establishment of a food service
business in the Village Core Downtown (VCD) zoning district. The deadline to appeal this project is
at 5:00 pm on May 17, 2023.
11.COMMISSION COMMUNICATIONS
Correspondence/Comments as presented by the Planning Commission.
12.STAFF COMMUNICATIONS
Correspondence/Comments as presented by the Community Development Director
13.ADJOURNMENT
All staff reports or other written documentation, including any supplemental material distributed to a
majority of the Planning Commission within 72 hours of a regular meeting, relating to each item of
business on the agenda are available for public inspection during regular business hours in the City
Clerk’s office, 300 E. Branch Street, Arroyo Grande. If requested, the agenda shall be made
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ACTION MINUTES
MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION
May 2, 2023, 6:00 p.m.
Hybrid City Council Chamber/Virtual Zoom Meeting
215 East Branch Street, Arroyo Grande
Commission Members Absent: Vice Chair Jamie Maraviglia, Catherine
Sackrison, Kevin Buchanan, Bruce Berlin,
Virginia Roof
Given the recent increase in COVID-19 cases in San Luis Obispo County, and in compliance with
Assembly Bill (AB) 361, which allows for a deviation of teleconference rules required by the Ralph M.
Brown Act, this meeting was held by teleconference.
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1.CALL TO ORDER
Vice Chair Maraviglia called the Planning Commission meeting to order at 6:00pm.
2.ROLL CALL
All present.
3.FLAG SALUTE
Commissioner Berlin
4.AGENDA REVIEW
None.
5.COMMUNITY COMMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS
None.
6.WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
None.
7.CONSENT AGENDA
7.a Approval of Minutes
(HOLUB)
Moved by Bruce Berlin
Seconded by Catherine Sackrison
ATTACHMENT 1
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Approve the Minutes of the February 21, 2023 Regular Meeting
Passed
7.b Consideration Of Time Extension 23-001 For Conditional Use Permit 21-001 And Lot
Merger 21-001; One Year Time Extension In Accordance With The Arroyo Grande
Municipal Code; Location – 700 Oak Park Blvd; Applicant – Housing Authority of San
Luis Obispo
(PEREZ)
Moved by Bruce Berlin
Seconded by Catherine Sackrison
It is recommended that the Planning Commission adopt a Resolution approving Time Extension
23-001.
Passed
8. PUBLIC HEARINGS
8.a Consideration of Amendments to Title 16 of the Arroyo Grande Municipal Code
Regarding a Safe Parking Ordinance; Development Code Amendment 23-001; Location -
Citywide
(PEREZ)
Planning Manager Perez introduced the item and requested that the Planning Commission
continue the item to a date certain of May 16, 2023, to allow additional stakeholder feedback on
the draft Ordinance.
Vice Chair Maraviglia opened the public hearing. Hearing no public comments, Vice Chair
Maraviglia closed the public hearing.
Moved by Vice Chair Maraviglia
Seconded by Kevin Buchanan
It is recommended that the Planning Commission continue the public hearing to a date certain
of May 16, 2023, to allow staff additional time to finalize the ordinance for the Commission’s
consideration. The project will be noticed again in advance of the May 16, 2023, public hearing.
Passed
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9. NON-PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS
9.a Election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
(PEREZ)
Vice Chair Maraviglia opened the public comment period. Hearing no public comments, Vice
Chair Maraviglia closed the public comment period.
Commissioner Roof nominated Vice Chair Maraviglia to serve as the Planning Commission's
Chairperson for the following year. Commissioner Berlin seconded the motion and the motion
passed 5-0.
Commissioner Sackrison nominated Commissioner Berlin to serve as the Planning
Commission's Vice Chairperson for the following year. Chair Maravigila seconded the motion
and the motion passed 5-0.
10. NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS SINCE FEBRUARY 21, 2023
Received.
Vice Chair Berlin asked a procedural question about administrative approvals.
Director Pedrotti and Associate Planner Holub addressed Vice Chair Berlin's question and explained
how administrative decisions are reviewed and approved as well as how they are reported to the public
and Planning Commission.
11. COMMISSION COMMUNICATIONS
Commissioner Roof thanked the City Clerk's office for facilitating Planning Commissioner training.
Chair Maraviglia echoed Commissioner Roof's sentiments.
12. STAFF COMMUNICATIONS
Director Pedrotti provided the following updates to the Commission:
1) There will be General Plan Update Kickoff Meeting in May with the city's consultant
2) The City held community and stakeholder meetings regarding the Halcyon Complete Streets project
on April 26th and 27th, 2023.
Commissioner Sackrison asked a question regarding the anticipated timeline of the Halcyon Complete
Streets Project. Director Pedrotti stated that it is estimated that the Planning Commission will review the
draft plan in June and the City Council in July. Implementation of the project should begin immediately
after the design is completed and the estimated timeline for completion of construction is 2025-2026.
13. ADJOURNMENT
The Meeting adjourned at 6:18pm.
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_________________________
Jamie Maraviglia, Vice Chair
_________________________
Patrick Holub, Associate Planner
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Planning Commission
FROM: Brian Pedrotti, Community Development Director
BY: Andrew Perez, Planning Manager
SUBJECT: Consideration of Time Extension 23-002 for Conditional Use Permit
No.19-002; One Year Time Extension in Accordance With the Arroyo
Grande Municipal Code Location – 207 Pilgrim Way; Representative –
Warren Hamrick
DATE: May 16, 2023
SUMMARY OF ACTION:
Approval of Time Extension No. 23 -002 for Conditional Use Permit No. 19-002 would
allow an additional twelve (12) months for the developer to obtain building permits to
construct an assisted living facility at 207 Pilgrim Way. Approval of the time extensio n
would extend the expiration date of the approval to June 16, 2024.
IMPACT ON FINANCIAL AND PERSONNEL RESOURCES:
No financial impact is projected.
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the Planning Commission adopt a Resolution approving Time
Extension 23-002 (Attachment 1).
BACKGROUND:
On June 16, 2020, the Planning Commission adopted Resolution 20 -2338 approving
Conditional Use Permit 19-002 for the construction of an assisted living facility consisting
of 120 residential beds, conference room, reception area, and administrative offices. The
applicant has been working toward obtaining appropriate permits for grading and
construction of the approved development but has found it necessary to request an
extension of the approval to allow adequate time to secure a contractor with availability
to perform the work. Therefore, the applicant submitted a time extension request to
extend the entitlement’s approval for one year, which is due to expire on June 16, 202 3.
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Planning Commission
Consideration of Time Extension 23-002 for Conditional Use Permit No.19-002; One Year
Time Extension in Accordance With the Arroyo Grande Municipal Code Location – 207
Pilgrim Way; Representative – Warren Hamrick
May 16, 2023
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ANALYSIS OF ISSUES:
Municipal Code Subsection 16.12.140.C allows the Planning Commission to grant a
project up to three (3) one-year time extensions, but only if it is found that there have been
no significant changes in the General Plan, Municipal Code, or character of the area within
which the project is located that would cause the approved project to be injurious to the
public health, safety, or welfare. No such changes have been identified that would cause
the proposed project to be injurious to the public health, safety, or welfare. The ap plicant
states that the need for a time extension is the result of the increased interest rates and
overall construction costs. Additionally, a shortage of available contractors has resulted
in bids for grading and construction that far exceeded the initial estimate. Fortunately, the
applicants have identified additional funding and a contractor that is available to perform
the work and is expected to commence by the end of the year.
If approved, the one-year time extension would extend the expiration date of the project
to June 16, 2024. This would be the second of the three available time extensions for this
entitlement.
ALTERNATIVES:
The following alternatives are provided for the Commission’s consideration:
1. Adopt the attached Resolution approving Time Extension 23-002;
2. Modify and adopt the attached Resolution approving Time Extension 23-002;
3. Do not adopt the attached Resolution, provide specific findings and direct staff to
return with a Resolution denying the time extension; or
4. Provide direction to staff.
ADVANTAGES:
Approving the requested time extension will maintain the viability of an approved project
and will allow the applicant to continue to work toward obtaining building permits to
construct the project.
DISADVANTAGES:
None identified.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW:
A Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND) was adopted in conjunction with the Conditional
Use Permit and the granting of a time extension will not change that determination. In
accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the State CEQA
Guidelines, it has been determined that the granting of a time extension is not subject to
CEQA per Section 15061(b)(3) of the Guidelines, regarding the general rule that where it
can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility of a significant effect on the
environment, an activity is not subject to CEQA.
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Planning Commission
Consideration of Time Extension 23-002 for Conditional Use Permit No.19-002; One Year
Time Extension in Accordance With the Arroyo Grande Municipal Code Location – 207
Pilgrim Way; Representative – Warren Hamrick
May 16, 2023
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PUBLIC NOTIFICATION AND COMMENTS:
The Agenda was posted at City Hall and on the City’s website in accordance with
Government Code Section 54954.2.
Attachments:
1. Resolution
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ATTACHMENT 1
RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE APPROVING A ONE-YEAR
TIME EXTENSION FOR CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.
19-002 (TIME EXTENSION 23-002); APPLIED FOR BY
DAVID MI; LOCATED AT 207 PILGRIM WAY
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission adopted Resolution No. 20-2338 approving
Conditional Use Permit 19-002 for the construction of an assisted living facility with 120
residential beds, conference room, reception area, and administrative offices (the “Project”)
WHEREAS, the effective date of the decision was June 16, 2020; and
WHEREAS, the approval remained valid for two (2) years from the effective date of decision;
and
WHEREAS, an application for Time Extension 22-002 was submitted to extend the
expiration date of the Project by one (1) year; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Arroyo Grande approved the request
for Time Extension 22-002 on May 17, 2022 extending the expiration date until June 16,
2023; and
WHEREAS, an application for Time Extension 23-002 was submitted to extend the
expiration date of the Project for another one (1) year period, until June 16, 2024, and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Arroyo Grande has considered the
request for Time Extension 23-002 on May 16, 2023; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission reviewed Conditional Use Permit 19-002 for
compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the State CEQA
Guidelines, and the Arroyo Grande Rules and Procedures for Implementation of CEQA, and
adopted a Mitigated Negative Declaration; and
WHEREAS, the Mitigated Negative Declaration also applies to the application for a time
extension; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission finds, after due study and deliberation, the following
circumstances exist:
1. There have been no significant changes in the General Plan, Municipal Code or
character of the area within which the project is located that would cause the
approved project to be injurious to the public health, safety or welfare.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Planning Commission of the City of Arroyo
Grande hereby approves Time Extension 23-002 for the second of three (3) available one-
year extensions, subject to the above findings and the conditions as set forth in Exhibit "A”
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RESOLUTION NO.
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attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference. Conditional Use Permit No. 19-
002 shall now expire on June 16, 2024.
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RESOLUTION NO.
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On motion by Commissioner _________, seconded by Commissioner _________ and by
the following roll call vote, to wit:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
The foregoing Resolution was adopted this 16th day of May 2023.
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RESOLUTION NO.
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_______________________________________
JAMIE MARAVIGLIA, CHAIR
ATTEST:
PATRICK HOLUB
SECRETARY TO THE COMMISSION
APPROVED AS TO CONTENT:
______________________________________
BRIAN PEDROTTI
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
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RESOLUTION NO.
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EXHIBIT ‘A’
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
TIME EXTENSION NO. 23-002 FOR
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 19-002
207 PILGRIM WAY
This approval authorizes a one (1) year time extension for Conditional Use Permit 19-
002, which was originally approved by the Planning Commission on June 16, 2020.
GENERAL CONDITIONS:
1. The developer shall ascertain and comply with all Federal, State, County and City
requirements that are applicable to this project.
2. Conditional Use Permit No. 19-002 shall expire on June 16, 2024, unless a building
permit is issued prior to this date.
3. The developer shall comply with all conditions of approval for Conditional Use
Permit No. 19-002.
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Planning Commission
FROM: Brian Pedrotti, Community Development Director
BY: Andrew Perez, Planning Manager
SUBJECT: Continued Consideration of Amendments to Title 16 of the Arroyo
Grande Municipal Code Regarding a Safe Parking Ordinance;
Development Code Amendment 23-001; Location - Citywide
DATE: May 16, 2023
SUMMARY OF ACTION:
Receive an update on the status of the safe parking ordinance.
IMPACT ON FINANCIAL AND PERSONNEL RESOURCES:
No financial impact is projected.
RECOMMENDATION:
Receive an update on the status of the safe parking ordinance and continue the hearing
to a date uncertain.
BACKGROUND:
Rising costs of living and lack of affordable housing units have contributed to housing
instability throughout the State. In response, cities, counties, non-profit organizations, and
faith-based organizations have sought to establish safe parking sites to provide a level of
security and stability for those living in their vehicles. The needs of individuals living in
their vehicles are different from the chronically unhoused in that they face unique legal,
social, and economic challenges. Safe parking programs aim to meet the basic needs of
security and hygiene for those living in their vehicles while also mitigating potential
impacts to surrounding neighborhoods.
Various local cities and the County of San Luis Obispo (County) have identified areas for
safe parking with mixed success. The City of San Luis Obispo operates a 20-space safe
parking site in the Railroad District that provides toilets and handwashing stations. On
February 27, 2023, the County announced the intended phasing out of a large safe
parking site on Kansas/Oklahoma Avenue t hat had opened in August 2021 with
approximately 70-80 users, acknowledging the program failed to meet its objective of
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Planning Commission
Continued Consideration of Amendments to Title 16 of the Arroyo Grande Municipal Code
Regarding a Safe Parking Ordinance; Development Code Amendment 23 -001; Location
- Citywide
May 16, 2023
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serving as a temporary solution where participants could transition into other temporary
or permanent housing.
On September 18, 2020, T emporary Use Permit 20-024 was approved for the
establishment of a temporary safe parking program at St. John’s Lutheran Church located
at 959 Valley Road. The permit authorized four (4) parking spaces in the church’s parking
lot for this program. St. John’s provided portable restrooms, a handwashing station, trash
receptacles, and fire extinguisher for use of its guests. Involvement in active case
management with the 5Cities Homeless Coalition was a condition of entry into the site. In
its application, St. John’s committed to monitor the site for at least the first 30 days to
verify the program was operating as intended. The initial approval authorized the program
to operate for six (6) months. At the end of that time period, staff had not received any
complaints about the use, therefore, staff approved a six (6) month extension to the
program. Again, no complaints were received during the final six (6) months.
City staff met with a group of faith leaders from the community and homeless advocates
on two occasions that had expressed interest in hosting safe parking sites. The safe
parking model described by the participating members of the faith community consisted
of providing a limited number of spaces in parking lots at existing church properties for
use by individuals living out of their vehicles to park overnight. Those lots would be
monitored by volunteers and church resources would be used to cover expenses and
provide essentials for those staying at the site.
Safe parking sites are not well defined a s a land use by the Municipal Code, so initially
staff considered a safe parking program to be an expansion of the existing church use,
and therefore, warranted an amendment of the church’s conditional use permit to
establish a permanent safe parking site. The faith leaders expressed that an amendment
to the CUP was too onerous for the churches and would deter organizations from
establishing these programs. Staff acknowledges this concern, but at the same time
recognizes there are health and safety standards that need to be regulated for the well-
being of safe parking operators, guests, and neighbors that apply uniformly to qualifying
properties. As a result of those discussions with community stakeholders, staff developed
a draft ordinance for Council consideration at the study session held on March 14, 2023.
ANALYSIS OF ISSUES:
At the study session, staff presented the draft ordinance for discussion purposes,
received public comment, and provided direction to staff. Council was generally
supportive of the ordinance as proposed. The majority of the discussion was centered
around the amount of involvement that a local social service provider, most likely the 5
Cities Homeless Coalition (5CHC), would need to have to make the program effective.
Council’s directed staff to further refine the ordinance and coordinate with 5CHC to ensure
that the amount of involvement by 5CHC is feasible given its limited resources.
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Planning Commission
Continued Consideration of Amendments to Title 16 of the Arroyo Grande Municipal Code
Regarding a Safe Parking Ordinance; Development Code Amendment 23 -001; Location
- Citywide
May 16, 2023
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Council also directed staff to add a performance standard that requires an operator to
register its guests by obtaining name and date of birth, vehicle make, model, and license
plate number, and proof of drivers license and automobile insurance. Th e registration
form would be used to verify that the guest has made contact with a social services
provider. In most cases, the social services provider will be 5CHC. By requiring at least a
check-in with 5CHC, or another social service provider, the ordinance acknowledges that
those services and benefits provided are an important component in improving the living
situation of safe parking guests.
In the time since the study session, there has been a shift in the approach to safe parking
on a regional level to make more efficient use of the limited resources that support this
use. Coordinated management of safe parking sites would also benefit hosts and guests
because there will be consistency between the standards and expectations throughout
the County. Discussions are ongoing and staff anticipates revisiting safe parking at a later
date.
Next Steps
While the ordinance is not moving forward at this time, staff will remain active in
discussions with the County and neighboring jurisdictions to provide programs and
resources for the unhoused.
ALTERNATIVES:
The following alternatives are provided for the Commission’s consideration:
1. Receive the update and postpone the recommendation hearing to a date
uncertain.
2. Provide other direction to staff.
ADVANTAGES:
Postponing the ordinance to a date uncertain will prevent an ordinance that is infeasible
from being adopted. The postponement will provide additional time for stakeholders,
social service providers, and staff to collaborate about potential solutions.
DISADVANTAGES:
Council directed staff to confirm active participation by a social services provider in order
to adopt the ordinance. Without that commitment, the ordinance cannot move forward at
this time.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW:
The ordinance is not moving forward for adoption, therefore it is not subject to the
California Environmental Quality Act review process pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3)
which states that CEQA only applies to projects which have the potential for causing a
significant effect on the environment.
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Planning Commission
Continued Consideration of Amendments to Title 16 of the Arroyo Grande Municipal Code
Regarding a Safe Parking Ordinance; Development Code Amendment 23 -001; Location
- Citywide
May 16, 2023
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PUBLIC NOTIFICATION AND COMMENTS:
The Agenda was posted at City Hall and on the City’s website in accordance with
Government Code Section 54954.2.
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Planning Commission
FROM: Andrew Perez, Planning Manager
SUBJECT: Supplemental Information
Agenda Item 8.A – May 16, 2023, Planning Commission
Continued Consideration of Amendments to Title 16 of the Arroyo
Grande Municipal Code Regarding a Safe Parking Ordinance;
Development Code Amendment 23-001; Location – Citywide
DATE: May 16, 2023
Attached is public comment for Item 8.a. that was received after the agenda was
published.
cc: Community Development Director
City Website
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From:Louie Summer
To:pc publiccomment
Subject:Camino Mercado "Safe Parking" zone
Date:Monday, May 8, 2023 3:49:07 PM
Attachments:image001.png
Dear Planning Commission:
I’m writing in disapproval of the Development Code Amendment 23-001 to make Camino Mercado a
safe parking zone. Designating a parking zone for homeless individuals on Camino Mercado may
create an environment that is unwelcoming and potentially unsafe for families, children and workers
who live in the area, including myself. Homeless individuals often struggle with mental health and
addiction issues, which can lead to unpredictable and sometimes violent behavior – behavior that
I’ve encountered on multiple occasions in SLO county over the years. While it is important to
provide support for the homeless population, designating a parking zone for them near a residential
and commercial area may not be the best solution.
Let’s take Kansas Ave. Safe Parking Site in San Luis Obispo for example – a well-intended pilot
program – proved to be unsuccessful and is being phased out now. Including a multitude of other
factors that were controversial from the start, the multiple overdoses and deaths that took place,
including a fire that killed one of the participants, made the city and residents question – is this “safe
parking” zone a viable, long-term solution for homelessness? No, it appears that it is not.
https://link.edgepilot.com/s/75a75c20/LeBbH4IwFUSOXfzrOXykDA?
u=https://www.ksby.com/news/local-news/county-weighs-in-on-recent-deaths-at-safe-parking-site
Instead, the city should focus on providing more comprehensive services and housing options for
homeless individuals, which can help to reduce the number of people living on the streets. An
incredibly complex topic that I certainly don’t have an answer for – but I urge the city to rethink this
plan for Camino Mercado and explore other solutions.
Thank you,
Louis Summer, CFP®Financial Planner/Investment Advisor
540 Camino Mercado, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
The Financial Professionals of Maguire Investments, Inc. are Registered Representatives and Investment Adviser
Representatives with/and offers securities and advisory services through Commonwealth Financial Network, Member
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FINRA/SIPC, a Registered Investment Adviser.
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From:Chad Silva
To:pc publiccomment
Subject:Development Code Amendment 23-001
Date:Monday, May 8, 2023 1:31:47 PM
Attachments:image001.png
Planning Commission:
Having heard of the hearing regarding Development Code Amendment 23-001, I would like to
hurriedly protest this proposal.
As a business owner near Camino Mercado, I believe allowing safe parking zones along this street
will detrimentally impact its beauty and degrade the streets quality for its citizens use and
businesses nearby. It would end up costing taxpayers to maintain, increase potential for
encampments, and increase law enforcements demands.
I oppose including Camino Mercado in your proposed amendment.”
Regards,
E. Chad Silva
Financial Advisor/Partner
Certified Retirement Counselor®
CA Insurance Lic# 0C17618
540 Camino Mercado, Arroyo Grande CA 93420
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From:Stephen Maguire
To:pc publiccomment
Subject:Amendment to 23-001
Date:Monday, May 8, 2023 1:04:13 PM
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Planning Commission:
Having heard of your hearing regarding Development Code Amendment 23-001 only recently
through the grape vine, I would like to hurriedly protest this proposal.
As a business owner on and a homeowner near Camino Mercado, I believe allowing homeless
encampments along this street would be detrimental and dangerous to many citizens and
taxpayers. Within a very short time, I believe, word would spread within the homeless community
resulting in end-to-end vehicles, trash, needles, poop, and more.
I do not know what the answer is to the homeless situation. But compromising a nice street in a nice
neighborhood is not a thoughtful solution. By subsidizing homelessness, we will undoubtedly end up
with more. Basic economics. I think another approach is needed.
I vehemently oppose including Camino Mercado in your proposed amendment.
Thank you,
Steve Maguire
Stephen P. Maguire
President
Maguire Investments
540 Camino Mercado
Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
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From:Kimmie Nguyen
To:Andrew Perez
Subject:5/16 Planning Commission hearing, item 8a
Date:Tuesday, May 16, 2023 11:05:11 AM
Hello, I am writing the Planning Commission on tonight's hearing item, the Safe Parking
Ordinance.
It seems that City staff and officials have listened to nonprofits and homeless service providers
who provided feedback that the draft ordinance was unrealistic and cost-prohibitive. However,
I am disappointed that the solution was to kill the Safe Parking Ordinance altogether, without
any providing any other solutions for our most vulnerable community members. Sanctioned
parking areas are not perfect, but they do provide a space for our neighbors to sleep, safe from
harassment or persecution.
So I'm writing this letter to ask you: as a City, if the Safe Parking Ordinance is dead on arrival,
what are you willing to pursue instead? You can:
Look to other agencies that have successfully adopted safe parking options without
expensive insurance and operational requirements, allowing spots where individuals can
safely park overnight (like your neighbors in Grover Beach)
Build temporary and transitional shelters, or look to dedicate City land for a partner
organization to do so
Look to convert underutilized/vacant commercial buildings into supportive housing
Allow more homes to be built in Arroyo Grande (per State mandates), and stop
entertaining ideas of a building moratorium.
Where are you going to lead on this issue like you say you want to? The health and dignity of
our neighbors who have lost their homes should matter to you more than the discomfort of the
healthy and wealthy.
Kimmie Nguyen
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Dear AG CITY Council
My name is Coleen Tooley. I was raised in AG. I have witnessed a lot of changes
over the years from new homes, to revamping certain areas to more new home (
mind you we do not need more home, its isn’t LA or San Fran). I have voiced my
concerns about different topics over the years. I am against these “SAFE SPACES
FOR HOMELESS CARS”When I read about “safe places to park your car” I was very
concerned about this. I’m sad that people are homeless for some reason or the
other. But if you allow these “safe spaces” you are asking for crime and unsafe
living condi�ons for the resident’s areas these areas. I saw a map of where you
want these spaces, it’s around schools. That will bring in crime like breaking into
the cars or the school or the residents’ homes. Who is going to patrol these areas?
More cops or other people. I am more concerned with these spaces near people’s
homes, like my family members and friends. I am all for helping the homeless, but
I do not want to risk the safety of the residents of these areas. I thought the City
of Grover was building a homeless facility? I urge you not to do this. Maybe create
programs to help homeless people get off the streets. If you do this, it will create
an eye sore for the city that I love. I am a taxpayer who wants their tax dollars
spent accordingly for the right causes.
Sincerely
Coleen Tooley
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Planning Commission
FROM: Brian Pedrotti, Community Development Director
BY: Andrew Perez, Planning Manager
SUBJECT: Consideration of General Plan Consistency for the Fiscal Years 2023-
2028 Capital Improvement Program
DATE: May 16, 2023
SUMMARY OF ACTION:
Finding the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) consistent with the General Plan will
meet statutory requirements of the Government Code and allow the City Council to
approve the CIP budget.
IMPACT ON FINANCIAL AND PERSONNEL RESOURCES:
Implementation of the Capital Improvement Program will require staff and financial
resources in conformance with the City Council approved CIP budget.
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended the Planning Commission adopt a Resolution finding that the Capital
Improvement Program is consistent with the General Plan.
BACKGROUND:
Government Code Section 65103(c) requires each planning agency to annually review
the CIP for consistency with the agency’s General Plan. Section 65103 states as follows:
Each planning agency shall perform all of the following functions:
a) Prepare, periodically review, and revise, as necessary, the general plan.
b) Implement the general plan through actions including, but not limited to, the
administration of specific plans and zoning and subdivision ordinances.
c) Annually review the capital improvement program of the city or county and the local
public works projects of other local agencies for their consistency with the general
plan, pursuant to Article 7 (commencing with Section 65400).
d) Endeavor to promote public interest in, comment on, and understanding of the
general plan, and regulations relating to it.
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e) Consult and advise with public officials and agencies, public utility companies,
civic, educational, professional, and other organizations, and citizens generally
concerning implementation of the general plan.
f) Promote the coordination of local plans and programs with the plans and programs
of other public agencies.
g) Perform other functions as the legislative body provides, including conducting
studies and preparing plans other than those required or authorized by this title.
Consistent with the Government Code, the Planning Commission is responsible for
advising on the CIP’s consistency with the General Plan. Other aspects of the CIP, such
as evaluation of project scheduling or cost, is the responsibility of the City Council.
The CIP budgeting document is the local agency’s financial planning process for multiyear
public infrastructure improvements. Local agencies typically leverage general funds,
enterprise funds, debt financing or bonding, special funds, and State and Federal grants
to implement a sustainable maintenance and improve ment program. The City's General
Plan includes seven mandatory elements: Land Use, Circulation, Housing, Conservation,
Open Space, Noise, and Safety; as well as three optional elements; Economic
Development, Agriculture, and Recreation. The CIP includes public improvements that
help implement policies and development as well as maintaining existing infrastructure to
support continued use.
The City’s budget provides funding for all City services, infrastructure investments, and
activities performed during each fiscal year. The two major components of the budget are
ongoing operations and capital improvement projects or one-time expenditures. Although
the City’s operates on a two-year budget cycle, capital project needs often involve a multi-
year approach, with design and survey work occurring in one year, followed by
construction in the following year or two. Depending on complexity, capital projects can
span several years. Utilizing a five-year plan, the City can identify and fund preliminary
phases of a project with the reasonable expectation that funding in future years will be
available to fund subsequent phases. City Council considered a preliminary five-year CIP
budget at its meeting on May 9, 2023. The biennial budget, including final budget
recommendations pertaining to the CIP will occur at the May 23, 2023 Council meeting.
Adoption of the two-year budget is expected to occur at the June 13, 2023 Council
meeting.
ANALYSIS OF ISSUES:
Capital Projects Overview
The following table provides a summary of proposed funding by source for the 5-year
CIP.
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Table 1: FY 2023-2028 CIP Budget
A full list of all projects with funding in the 5 -year cycle is included as Attachment 2.
Significant projects are discussed below.
Major CIP Starting or Completing in FY 2023-24 (Year 1)
Financial Management Software
To provide the community with more easily accessible financial data, improve staff
efficiency, and enhance financial transparency, staff is seeking to replace the City’s
current Financial Management Software. Transition of the general ledger, payroll,
human resources, utility billing, accounts payable, accounts receivables, and
cashiering functions is anticipated to cost $188,000. The total project budget is
$413,000.
Relationship to General Plan: The proposed project is consistent with Land Use
Element Policy 11-4.6, which encourages the City to maintain financial records to
ensure that it is capable of providing the necessary public services. The new software
will enable staff to easily conduct annual reviews of user charges, development fees,
and public facilities impact mitigation fees in accordance with AB 1600 to ensure that
the charges are consistent with the costs of improvement and maintenance.
Public Safety Video Cameras
This project proposes to replace, upgrade, and increase the number of public safety
video cameras and public safety video system in order to monitor City buildings and
certain intersections. The projected cost of this item is $1,250,000. The current, FY
2023-23 CIP budget includes $125,000 for this project and this amount is proposed to
be carried over into the next fiscal year. The project would be funded by the Citizens
Option for Public Safety (COPS) grant program and reallocated ARPA funding.
Relationship to General Plan: The proposed project is consistent with Safety Element
Policy S1-4 because the cameras will provide data to expand and keep current the
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database of safety related information. The information will inform updates to the City’s
Geographic Information Systems (GIS). The GIS data will be used to maintain and
periodically update a Local Roadway Safety Plan consistent with state and federal
requirements for Highway Safety Improvement Program calls-for-projects, as called
for by Circulation Element Policy CT1-13.
Pavement Management Program (PMP)
The proposed 5-year CIP includes a total of $8.4 million for maintaining the City’s
public streets, alleys, and parking lots. This includes m aintenance applications such
as digouts, slurry seals, and pavement overlays to the extent that funds are available.
This program also includes providing Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant
pedestrian facilities such as curb ramps when triggered by certain maintenance
applications that are considered an alteration of a street (e.g., overlays). On April 11,
2023, Council provided direction to approve the plans and specifications, authorize
the solicitation of bids, and provide environmental determination for the 2022 PMP
project. FY 2023-24 PMP budget includes a total of $1,336,250. $1,136,250 to fully
fund the 2022 PMP project that was needed based on the engineering estimates and
$200,000 is included to fund the design of the FY 2024 -25 PMP project so that
construction can begin in Summer of 2024.
Relationship to General Plan: This project is consistent with Land Use Element
Policies LU5-11.5 and LU6-9.1 by improving the streetscape. This project also aligns
with Circulation Element Policy CT1-11 which encourages efficient automobile
circulation by maintaining and improving local roadway facilities.
Sewer and Water Infrastructure
The proposed 5-year CIP includes $5.5 million for the continuation of replacing,
rehabilitating, and maintaining the City’s water and sewer infrastructure. This includes
rehabilitating deteriorating sewer manholes, rehabilitating sewer mains through
trenchless lining techniques, replacing, enlarging and installing interconnect water
mains, replacing ageing water mains, water reservoir recoating, and updating both the
water and sewer system master plans.
Relationship to General Plan: This project is consistent with Land Use Element
Policies 11-3.6 and 11-4 by ensuring adequate sewer service capacity exists for
existing and proposed development. This project is also support ed by Economic
Development Element Policy ED5-1.4 which encourages the CIP to include
infrastructure improvements to stormwater, sewer, and water facilities.
Trenchless Sewer Rehabilitation – Alder Street and Cameron Court; and
Highway 101
This project will complete a cured-in-place pipe rehabilitation along Alder Street and
Cameron Court, as well as under Highway 101, to reduce infiltration, root intrusion,
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and maintenance requirements, as well as the probability of failure. The projected cost
of this project is $282,000 and will be funded by ARPA funds.
Relationship to General Plan: This project is also supported by Economic
Development Element Policy ED5-1.4 which encourages the CIP to include
infrastructure improvements to stormwater, sewer, and water facilities.
Major CIP Starting or Completing in FY 2024-25 (Year 2)
SCADA Software/Electronics Upgrade
The City supervisory control and data acquisition system (SCADA) is in need of
upgrades. The system controls and monitors the water production and distribution
system, and sewer collection lift stations. The system software, radios and computer
station are all outdated and no longer supported by vendors. The new software and
hardware will bring the system to present day technology includin g remote access to
make operational changes and alarm acknowledgement. The current estimated cost
for the project is $330,000, the Water Fund will fully fund this project.
Relationship to General Plan: This project is also supported by Economic
Development Element Policy ED5-1.4 which encourages the CIP to include
infrastructure improvements to stormwater, sewer, and water facilities. Additionally,
this project is supported by Economic Development Element Policy ED3 -1 by
maintaining adequate infrastructure to support business expansions, redevelopment,
and new development.
Drainage Infrastructure
The proposed 5-year CIP includes $1.2 million for the continuation of replacing,
rehabilitating, and maintaining the City’s drainage infrastructure. This includes
$214,000 budgeted for trash capture devices and $400,000 for Corrugated Metal Pipe
(CMP) Investigation and Repair. The City’s CMP storm drains are subject to corrosion
over time and require repair to prevent pipe failure. The first phase of t he CMP project
includes complete video inspections and investigation of the existing CMPs to
prioritize repairs, which is planned to occur in FY 2024-25. The City’s intent is to then
re-line the existing CMPs, where possible, which is a cost -effective measure when
compared to complete replacement of CMPs. The CMP Investigation and Repairs
project will be wholly funded by the City Sales Tax Fund over the 5 -Year CIP.
Relationship to General Plan: This project is also supported by Economic
Development Element Policy ED5-1.4 which encourages the CIP to include
infrastructure improvements to stormwater, sewer, and water facilities. Additionally,
this project is supported by Economic Development Element Policy ED3 -1 by
maintaining adequate infrastructure to support business expansions, redevelopment,
and new development.
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Swinging Bridge Rehabilitation and Retrofit
The rehabilitation of Swinging Bridge that crosses Arroyo Grande Creek, consists of
retrofitting the existing suspension foot bridge by replacing the existing rod hangers
with new cable hangers, replacement of the existing wind cables with new cables and
helical anchors, strengthening the existing abutments, installation of new back span
cables and helical anchors, cleaning and painting the existing steel towers, disposing
of lead paint, strengthening existing wood connections, replacement of existing wood
decking with composite decking, and removal and repair of landscaping, decorative
hardscape, curb and gutter, and paving associated with the retrofit work. $500,000 of
direct federal funding was awarded through the Fiscal Year 2023 Community Project
Funding program. Construction is anticipated to begin in the summer of 2024. The
total budget for this project is $1,116,269, the remainder of funding will come from the
City Sales Tax Fund.
Relationship to General Plan: This project is consistent with Parks and Recreation
Element Objectives PR4 and PR5 by maintaining park facilities that are frequently
used by residents and visitors. It also is consistent with Circulation Element Policy
CT5-8 by providing a link between the Village residential areas with Branch Street for
use by pedestrians.
Halcyon Complete Streets Plan
The Halcyon Complete Streets Plan is a concept plan to develop an improved
transportation corridor on Halcyon Road that provides for safe mobility and
accessibility for all users, including bicyclists, pedestrians, transit vehicles, trucks, and
motorists. The Plan proposes multimodal transportation enhancements to address a
lack of bicycle lanes, sidewalks, unsignalized crossings, and intersections with poor
visibility. Construction of the project is funded with $250,000 in Highway Safety
Improvement Program (SHIP) funds, $750,000 in Community Betterment Grant funds,
and $8.1 million in Active Transportation Program (ATP) funds. The key milestone of
completion of design, environmental determination, and permitting is expected to be
completed in FY 2024-25, and construction is anticipated in late FY 2024-25 or early
FY 2025-26.
Relationship to General Plan: This project is consistent with Circulation Element Policy
CT1-9 by developing a Plan that strives to provide for the movement of vehicles,
commercial trucks, alternative and low energy vehicles, transit, bicyclists, and
pedestrians in a manner that is appropriate for the road classification and adjacent
land use.
Traffic Way Bridge
The Traffic Way Bridge was built in 1932 and has been evaluated for structural and
functional integrity. The Caltrans Bridge Inspection Program has determined that the
bridge needs replacement. Of the $11.6 million total project cost, the City has secured
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Highway Bridge Program (HBP) grant funding that will pay $10.3 million of the project
costs. The City will need to fund the remaining $1.3 million to pay for the remainder of
the costs. The key milestone of design, environmental determination, and permitting
is expected to be completed in FY 2023-24, and construction commencing in FY 2024-
25, completing in FY 2025-26.
Relationship to General Plan: This project is consistent with Circulation Element Policy
CT1 by improving transportation facilities in accordance with Figure 2-2 of the
Circulation Element. The project is also supported by Safety Element Policy S1 -5 by
assessing and mitigating risks posed by natural and manmade hazards.
Major CIP Starting or Completing in FY 2025-28 (Year 3-5)
Mark M. Millis Community Center (MMMCC)
The MMMCC is currently identified as a Capital Improvement Project to evaluate the
potential design and cost of a replacement community center due to its age and
continued deterioration. The City has obtained a survey of the site from a licensed
surveyor and will complete a conceptual design with the assistance of a local architect
in the upcoming fiscal year. Additionally, potential partnership opportunities will be
explored with local non-profit service providers, such as the Boys and Girls Club, to
determine whether the MMMCC may be replaced with a structure that could serve
multiple community needs while also minimizing costs to the City. The overall cost of
site, parking lot, and building design, construction documents, site construction and
building construction are anticipated to reach the $6 million range
Relationship to General Plan: The project is consistent with Land Use Element Policy
LU9 by considering future maintenance and future redevelopment of a community
facility. The project would also accomplish Parks and Recreation Objective PR5 -2 by
seeking cooperation with other public agencies and private interests to improve,
expand, or construct new recreational facilities.
Compliance with the General Plan
The CIP for FY 2022-23 through 2026-27 has been reviewed and projects evaluated for
compliance with the General Plan. Applicable General Plan policies and objectives are
included in the prepared Resolution. It has been determined that the CIP is consistent
with the City’s General Plan and programs available funding sources based on
established priorities.
ALTERNATIVES:
The following alternatives are provided for the Commission’s consideration:
1. Adopt a Resolution finding that the CIP is consistent with the General Plan;
2. Do not adopt the Resolution; or
3. Provide other direction to staff.
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ADVANTAGES:
Finding the Capital Improvement Program consistent with the General Plan will allow the
City Council to approve the budget and staff to implement the program. Capital
Improvement Program implementation will allow continued use and maintenance of
existing infrastructure as well as provide for community improvements.
DISADVANTAGES:
None identified.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW:
The determination of conformity with the General Plan is Statutorily Exempt from
environmental review pursuant to Section 15262 of the California Environmental Quality
Act (CEQA) Guidelines regarding Feasibility and Planning Studies. Each project listed as
part of the CIP will need future authorization and environmental review prior to actual
funding and construction.
PUBLIC NOTIFICATION AND COMMENTS:
The Agenda was posted at City Hall and on the City’s website in accordance with
Government Code Section 54954.2.
Attachments:
1. Resolution
2. FY 2023-2028 Capital Improvement Program Project List
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ATTACHMENT 1
RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE FINDING THAT THE CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FOR FISCAL YEARS 2023-
2028 IS CONSISTENT WITH THE ARROYO GRANDE
GENERAL PLAN
WHEREAS, Government Code Section 65103 requires each planning agency to annually
review a Capital Improvement Program (CIP) for consistency with the agency’s General
Plan; and
WHEREAS, the City has prepared a five-year Capital Improvement Program and reviewed
and prioritized it against current needs and available funding; and
WHEREAS, City Council considered the five year Capital Improvement Program at its
meeting on May 9, 2023 and directed staff to proceed with the project list as proposed; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has reviewed this project in compliance with the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the State CEQA Guidelines, and the Arroyo
Grande Rules and Procedures for Implementation of CEQA and determined that the CIP is
exempt per Section 15262 of the CEQA Guidelines regarding Feasibility and Planning
Studies. Each project listed as part of the CIP will need future authorization and
environmental review prior to actual funding and construction; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Arroyo Grande has reviewed and
considered all factors relating to General Plan consistency for the Capital Improvement
Program for Fiscal Years 2023 - 2028 at the regular Planning Commission meeting of May
16, 2023.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Planning Commission of the City of Arroyo
Grande finds that the Capital Improvement Plan for Fiscal Years 2023 - 2028 is consistent
with the following General Plan objectives and policies:
CT1. Schedule and implement the Circulation system identified in the Circulation
Map (Figure 2-2) as development occurs and as part of the City’s Capital
Improvement Program. Make eff icient use of existing transportation facilities,
improve these facilities, and build new facilities as necessary in accordance with
the Circulation Map.
CT1-9 : Complete streets are roadways designed and operated to enable safe
access for all users, including pedestrians, bicyclists, motorists and transit riders
of all ages and abilities. All street standards should be periodically reviewed and
revised for design, construction, operation, and maintenance to achieve a network
of complete streets. Optional features include landscaped medians, curb bulb-outs
and parkways and/or street trees and similar design amenities when approved by
the City. When constructing or modifying transportation facilities, strive to provide
for the movement of vehicles, commercial trucks, alternative and low energy
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vehicles, transit, bicyclists, and pedestrians in a manner that is appropriate for the
road classification and adjacent land use.
CT1-11 Provide efficient citywide automobile circulation by maintaining and, where
necessary, improving local and regional roadway facilities. Continue to seek
opportunities to improve connectivity throughout the City and to maintain safe and
efficient regional connectivity with improved access to US 101.
CT1-13 Maintain and periodically update a Local Roadway Safety Plan consistent
with state and federal requirements for Highway Safety Improvement Program
calls-for-projects.
CT3. Attain and maintain automobile Level of Service LOS “D” or better on all street
segments and controlled intersections to the maximum extent feasible.
CT5 Ensure compatibility and complimentary relationships between the circulation
system and existing and planned land uses, promoting environmental objectives
such as safe and uncongested neighborhoods, energy conservation, reduction of
greenhouse gases, air, and noise pollution, and access to bicycle, pedestrian, and
transit facilities.
CT6. Coordinate circulation and transportation planning and funding of collector
and arterial street and highway improvements with other local, County, SLOCOG,
State and federal agencies. Request contribution to major street improvement
projects from other jurisdictions that generate traffic within the City.
ED3-1: Encourage adequate infrastructure to support business expansions,
redevelopment, and new development.
ED5-2: Continue to enhance connectivity and increase retail utilization of the East
Grand Avenue corridor, the Village Core, and the Traffic Way and El Camino Real
mixed-use corridors.
ED5-1.2: Implement comprehensive design guidelines pertaining to both public
and private improvements, including, but not limited to, building façade restoration,
landscaping, street furniture installation; undergrounding of utilities, historic district
character, and the development of parking facilities.
ED5-1.4: Incorporate infrastructure projects into the City's Capital Improvement
Program that address deficiencies in commercial corridors that include major street
reconstruction, provision of fiber-optic cable, storm drain and sewer improvements,
water capacity improvements, underground utility projects, public parking
improvements, improvements to park facilities, recreation areas, community
facilities, and other public buildings.
ED8: Support and encourage a sustainable local economy.
LU5-7 Plan for a revitalized East Grand Avenue Mixed-Use corridor that has less
of a strip-commercial aspect and more coordinated, mixed-use boulevard
ambiance with distinct activity subareas including "Gateway, Midway and
Highway” districts.
LU5-9 All revitalization, redevelopment, and new development projects in Mixed
Use corridors shall include appropriate site planning and urban design amenities
to encourage pedestrian travel and encourage bike and transit access as well as
automotive.
LU5-11.5 Develop phased implementation programs for streetscape improvement
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along Mixed Use Corridors, including financing strategies, which provide for
elements such as landscape, street furniture, signage and pedestrian-scaled
lighting.
LU6 The Historic Village Core (VC) area shall be sustained, enhanced and
expanded as the symbolic, functional and unique business center of the City, with
diverse mixed uses emphasizing pedestrian-oriented activities and providing for
the needs of residents and tourists.
LU6-7 All revitalization, redevelopment and new development projects in the
Village Core shall include appropriate site planning and urban design amenities to
encourage pedestrian travel.
LU6-9.1 Maintain a distinctive visual and physical environment for the southern
gateway streetscape in accordance with the Design Guidelines for the Arroyo
Grande Village. These include the use of consistent street trees, landscape
(planters), street furniture (benches, trash receptacles, news racks, etc.), street
and crosswalk paving, curb, sidewalk and landscape bulbouts, pedestrian-scaled
lighting, identification and directional signage, and other appropriate pedestrian
scale elements.
LU6-9.2 Link individual buildings with each other through the use of walkways, in
addition to sidewalks and encourage shared or common parking.
LU6-9.3 Integrate improvements into the design of individual sites and public
streetscape that facilitate transit access to the Village Core, such as bus shelters
and recessed turnouts consistent with historic character and particular location.
LU9 Provide for appropriate maintenance, development and placement of
Community Facilities (CF) relative to existing and planned land uses.
LU11-3.6 Ensure that adequate sewer service capacity exists or will be available
in a timely manner for a proposed development.
LU11-4 Ensure that all extensions of services and utilities to facilitate land use
changes are accomplished in a manner consistent with the provisions and intent
of the Arroyo Grande General Plan.
LU11-4.6 Encourage all public service agencies to keep current information
regarding their service capabilities. Conduct an annual review of user charges,
development fees, and public facilities impact mitigation fees in accordance with
AB 1600 to ensure that the charges are consistent with the costs of improvement
and maintenance.
LU12-7 Enhance pedestrian level activity within residential and commercial areas.
LU12-7.1 Utilize "street furniture" (planters, benches, drinking fountains,
newspaper racks, bike racks, trash receptacles) to create and enhance urban open
spaces within commercial areas and to emphasize historical and rural architectural
themes.
LU12-8.4 Coordinate landscape design with drainage plans for individual projects
to maximize percolation of surface water from the site. Employ swale designs in
landscaped and turf areas to slow down runoff and maximize percolation.
LU12-8.5 Emphasize the use of native and drought tolerant plantings in area
landscaping.
Objective PR2 The City should supplement existing park, recreation and cultural
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facilities when needed and economically feasible and cooperate with Lucia Mar
Unified School District, the County and adjoining Cities of Pismo Beach, Grover
Beach and Oceano CSD to provide for operation and maintenance and to develop
additional facilities and services.
Objective PR4 A network of recreational trails, bicycle lanes and bikeways should
be established for use by local residents and visitors to the Arroyo Grande Valley.
Objective PR5 The City will consider all available financing and acquisition
techniques in the development and maintenance of park and recreation facilities.
Policy PR5-2 The City will cooperate with San Luis Obispo County, the Lucia Mar
Unified School District, other public agencies, and private interests to combine
efforts of improvement, expansion or construction of new recreation facilities.
Policy S1-4 Information Systems and Research. Expand and keep current the
database of safety related information. Knowledge about disasters and the area
we live in is growing. New information must be made available to the public and
decision makers. Regularly update the County's geographic informat ion system
(GIS) as new information becomes available.
Policy S1-5 Risk Assessment. Continue investigations and programs that reduce
or eliminate long-term risks. Ensure that new development in the City is designed
to withstand natural and manmade hazards to acceptable levels of risk. Risk
assessment activities, effectively carried out, can improve the efficiency and
reduce the cost of response and recovery from disasters.
On motion by Commissioner , seconded by Commissioner ,
and by the following roll call vote, to wit:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
the foregoing Resolution was adopted this 16th day of May, 2023.
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RESOLUTION NO.
PAGE 5
JAMIE MARAVIGLIA
CHAIR
ATTEST:
PATRICK HOLUB
SECRETARY TO THE COMMISSION
APPROVED AS TO CONTENT:
BRIAN PEDROTTI
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
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Project Number Request Title Funding Source
Total Project
Budget FY 2023-24 FY 2024-25 FY 2025-26 FY 2026-27 FY 2027-28 5-Year Total
MISCELLANEOUS PROJECTS
350-5453 Financial Management Software 4930 - Sewer Fund 95,000 47,500 - - - -
4940 - Water Fund 95,000 47,500 - - - -
4950 - Sales Tax 223,000 93,000 - - - - 188,000
350-5468 Public Safety Video Cameras 4929 - COPS 244,300 119,300 - - - -
4965 - ARPA 880,700 880,700 - - - - 1,000,000
350-54XX City Hall Second Story Patio Repair 4950 - Sales Tax 40,000 40,000 - - - - 40,000
350-54XX Public Works Office Space Remodel 4950 - Sales Tax 100,000 100,000 - - - - 100,000
350-5475 ADA Transition Plan 4463 - CDBG 12,391 - 12,391 - - -
4499 - Other Gov Agencies 23,500 - 23,500 - - -
4950 - Sales Tax 75,834 - 75,834 - - - 111,725
350-54XX
Police Department Building Roof
Repair 4950 - Sales Tax 20,000 - 20,000 - - - 20,000
350-5422 Le Point Street Parking Lot Expansion 4950 - Sales Tax 91,000 - 85,000 6,000 - -
49XX - In-Lieu Parking Fee 144,000 - - 144,000 - - 235,000
350-5430 Short Street Plaza 4950 - Sales Tax 30,000 - - - 30,000 - 30,000
350-54XX Fire Station Apparatus Bay Doors 4950 - Sales Tax 115,000 - - - 115,000 - 115,000
350-5470
Report Management System (RMS)
Upgrade at PD 4929 - COPS 150,000 - - - - 150,000 150,000
350-54XX
Property and Evidence Storage
System Upgrade 4950 - Sales Tax 25,000 - - - - 25,000 25,000
350-54XX Generator for City Hall 4950 - Sales Tax 200,000 - - - - 200,000 200,000
Total Miscellaneous Projects 2,564,725 1,328,000 216,725 150,000 145,000 375,000 2,214,725
Project Number Request Title Funding Source
Total Project
Budget FY 2023-24 FY 2024-25 FY 2025-26 FY 2026-27 FY 2027-28 5-Year Total
PARKS PROJECTS
350-5556
Recreation Services / Community
Center Building 4950 - Sales Tax 1,696,195 - 150,000 - 1,500,000 -
4499 - Other Gov Agencies 4,500,000 - - - 4,500,000 - 6,150,000
350-55XX New Play Structure - Parkside Park 4915 - Parkside Assessment District 250,000 - 250,000 - - - 250,000
350-55XX
Ash Street Restroom Roof
Replacement 4914 - Park Improvement 65,000 - - 65,000 - - 65,000
Total Parks Projects 6,511,195 - 400,000 65,000 6,000,000 - 6,465,000
ATTACHMENT 2
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Project Number Request Title Funding Source
Total Project
Budget FY 2023-24 FY 2024-25 FY 2025-26 FY 2026-27 FY 2027-28 5-Year Total
STREETS PROJECTS
350-5601
Fair Oaks/Orchard Avenue
Intersection Improvements 4825 - Developer 50,000 - - - - -
4499 - Other Gov Agencies 6,472,500 - - 236,250 236,250 6,000,000
4950 - Sales Tax 772,500 75,000 225,000 236,250 236,250 - 7,245,000
350-5606 Halcyon Road Complete Streets 4479 - HSIP 252,000 252,000 - - - -
4482 - RSHA 749,000 - 749,000 - - -
4486 - USHA 267,530 - - - - -
44XX - Safe Routes to School 100,000 - - - - -
4910 - General Fund 8,014 - - - - -
4950 - Sales Tax 11,602 - - - - -
44XX - ATP 8,169,000 1,052,000 3,684,500 3,432,500 - - 9,170,000
350-5614
Bridge Street Bridge Habitat
Mitigation 4487 - HBP 243,140 48,628 48,628 48,628 145,884
350-5638 Pavement Management Program 4486 - USHA 68,900 - - - - -
4910 - General Fund 768,685 - - - - -
4920 - SB1 2,560,500 453,300 450,000 450,000 450,000 450,000
4950 - Sales Tax 9,774,713 882,950 1,750,000 1,250,000 1,000,000 1,250,000 8,386,250
350-5658 Sidewalk Repairs and Improvements 4950 - Sales Tax 480,000 - 240,000 - 240,000 - 480,000
350-5679 Traffic Way Bridge Replacement 4487 - HBP 11,407,543 635,645 4,817,626 4,817,626 - -
4950 - Sales Tax 1,583,960 82,355 624,175 624,175 - - 11,601,600
350-56XX Active Transportation Plan (ATP)44XX - ATP 221,325 110,663 - - - -
4950 - Sales Tax 28,675 14,337 - - - - 125,000
350-XXXX Arroyo Grande Creek Remediation 4950 - Sales Tax 26,000 26,000 - - - -
44XX - FEMA Reimbursement 300,000 300,000 - - - -
44XX - CalOES Reimbursement 74,000 74,000 - - - - 400,000
350-56XX
Virginia Drive and S. Halcyon Road
Curb Ramp and Sidewalk
Improvement 4463 - CDBG 56,749 56,749 - - - - 56,749
350-56XX 191 Tally Ho 4950 - Sales Tax 110,000 110,000 - - - - 110,000
350-5621 Arroyo Grande Creek Stabilization 4950 - Sales Tax 40,000 - - 40,000 - - 40,000
Total Streets Projects 45,672,605 4,173,627 12,588,928 11,095,428 2,162,500 7,700,000 37,760,483
Project Number Request Title Funding Source
Total Project
Budget FY 2023-24 FY 2024-25 FY 2025-26 FY 2026-27 FY 2027-28 5-Year Total
DRAINAGE PROJECTS
350-5794
Corrugated Metal Pipe (CMP)
Investigation and Repair 4950 - Sales Tax 400,000 - 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 400,000
350-5798 Trash Capture Devices 4950 - Sales Tax 214,000 - - 214,000 - - 214,000
Total Drainage Projects 614,000 - 100,000 314,000 100,000 100,000 614,000
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Project Number Request Title Funding Source
Total Project
Budget FY 2023-24 FY 2024-25 FY 2025-26 FY 2026-27 FY 2027-28 5-Year Total
SEWER PROJECTS
612-5817
Trenchless Sewer Rehabilitation -
Alder Street and Cameron Court; and
Highway 101 4965 - ARPA 282,000 282,000 - - - - 282,000
612-58XX Lift Station 3 4950 - Sales Tax 55,250 55,250 - - - -
44XX - FEMA Reimbursement 637,500 637,500 - - - -
44XX - CalOES Reimbursement 157,250 157,250 - - - - 850,000
612-58XX
Trenchless Sewer Rehabilitation -
Pilgrim Way, Orchard Avenue, West
Cherry Avenue and California Street 4930 - Sewer Fund 282,000 - 282,000 - - - 282,000
612- 5854 Wastewater Master Plan Update 4930 - Sewer Fund 100,000 - - 100,000 - - 100,000
612-5849 Maintenance Hole Rehabilitation 4930 - Sewer Fund 300,000 - - 100,000 100,000 100,000 300,000
612-58XX
Sewer Lining Project on South Alpine
& Ash 4930 - Sewer Fund 175,000 - - 175,000 - - 175,000
612-58XX
Trenchless Sewer Rehabilitation
(Lining) Cameron Court 4930 - Sewer Fund 300,000 - - - 300,000 - 300,000
612-5826
Trenchless Sewer Rehabilitation -
Woodland Drive and Ash Street 4930 - Sewer Fund 132,200 - - - - 132,200 132,200
Total Sewer Projects 875,000 - - 375,000 400,000 100,000 2,421,200
Project Number Request Title Funding Source
Total Project
Budget FY 2023-24 FY 2024-25 FY 2025-26 FY 2026-27 FY 2027-28 5-Year Total
WATER PROJECTS
640-5973
Phased Main Replacement - Highway
101 Crossing Upgrade, El Camino
Real to West Branch Street 4940 - Water Fund 43,800 43,800 - - - -
4965 - ARPA 291,200 - - - - - 43,800
640-5953
SCADA Software/Electronics Design
and Upgrade 4940 - Water Fund 330,000 - 330,000 - - - 330,000
640-59XX
Reservoir No. 5 Redundancy
Interconnect 4940 - Water Fund 100,000 - 100,000 - - - 100,000
640-59XX Water Master Plan Update 4940 - Water Fund 100,000 - - 100,000 - - 100,000
640-59XX
Phased Main Replacement –
Cornwall Street 4940 - Water Fund 1,000,000 - - 125,000 875,000 - 1,000,000
640-5911
Phased Mains Replacement -
Cornwall Street, N Halcyon to El
Camino 4940 - Water Fund 673,500 - - - 673,500 -
4942 - Water Facility 100,000 - - - 100,000 - 773,500
640-5948 Reservoir No. 4 Exterior Coating 4940 - Water Fund 500,000 - - - 500,000 - 500,000
640-59XX Miller Way Booster Zone Upgrade 4940 - Water Fund 300,000 - - - - 300,000 300,000
Total Water Projects 3,438,500 43,800 430,000 225,000 2,148,500 300,000 3,147,300
Grand Total, All Capital Projects 61,262,225 6,677,427 14,017,653 12,264,428 10,956,000 8,707,200 52,622,708
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