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CC 2024-06-11_09e Approval of Minutes_5-14-24 and 5-28-24 ACTION MINUTES REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL May 14, 2024, 6:00 p.m. Hybrid City Council Chamber/Virtual Zoom Meeting 215 East Branch Street, Arroyo Grande Council Members Present: Mayor Ray Russom, Council Member Barneich, Council Member George, Council Member Secrest, Mayor Pro Tem Guthrie (virtually) Staff Present: City Clerk Jessica Matson, City Attorney Isaac Rosen, City Manager Matthew Downing, Assistant City Manager/Public Works Director Bill Robeson, Administrative Services Director Nicole Valentine, Community Development Director Brian Pedrotti, City Engineer Shannon Sweeney This meeting was conducted in a hybrid in-person/virtual format. _____________________________________________________________________ 1. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Ray Russom called the Regular City Council Meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. 2. ROLL CALL City Clerk Matson stated that Mayor Pro Tem Guthrie is participating remotely in accordance with AB 2449 regulations. Mayor Pro Tem Guthrie made a statement that he is attending virtually under AB 2449 "just cause" provision as he is traveling for official City business in Cincinnati, Ohio and that no other adults were in the room. City Clerk Matson took roll call. 3. MOMENT OF REFLECTION 4. FLAG SALUTE Mayor Ray Russom led the flag salute. 5. AGENDA REVIEW 5.a Closed Session Announcements None. 1 Item 9.e. 5.bOrdinances read in title only Moved by Mayor Ray Russom Seconded by Council Member Barneich Move that all ordinances presented at the meeting shall be read by title only and all further readings be waived. AYES (5): Mayor Ray Russom, Council Member Barneich, Council Member George, Council Member Secrest, and Mayor Pro Tem Guthrie Passed (5 to 0) 6. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS 6.a Honorary Proclamation Declaring May 2024 as "National Foster Care Awareness Month" Mayor Ray Russom read the Honorary Proclamation Declaring May 2024 as "National Foster Care Awareness Month". Julie Kadis, Department of Social Services and Lilly Green-Williams, accepted the proclamation. Mayor Ray Russom invited public comment. No public comments were received. No action was taken on this item. 6.b Honorary Proclamation Declaring May 2024 as "ALS Awareness Month" Mayor Ray Russom read the Honorary Proclamation Declaring May 2024 as "ALS Awareness Month". Mayor Ray Russom invited public comment. No public comments were received. No action was taken on this item. 6.c Honorary Proclamation Declaring May 19-25, 2024 as "National Travel and Tourism Week" Mayor Ray Russom read the Honorary Proclamation Declaring May 19-25, 2024 as "National Travel and Tourism Week". Matt Halvorson, Visit SLO Cal, accepted the proclamation. Mayor Ray Russom invited public comment. No public comments were received. No action was taken on this item. 6.d City Manager Communications City Manager Downing announced that there was a major water line break at the intersection of Fair Oaks and Valley Road over the weekend and crews were able to repair the waterline and thanked staff; the Branch Street closure for digouts and slurry seal project; crews are mobilizing for the Swinging Bridge Project; the Peace Officer Memorial event will take place on Thursday and closure of City Hall 10-11 a.m.; and answered questions from Council. No action was taken on this item. Receive correspondence/comments as presented by the City Manager and Provide direction, as necessary. 2 Item 9.e. 7.CITY COUNCIL REPORTS None. Reports are made during the Second Council Meeting each month. 8. COMMUNITY COMMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS Mayor Ray Russom invited public comment. Speaking from the public were Garry Schmidt, Brenda Auer, Gaea Powell, Michael Punsalon, Shannon Kessler, and Darcy Cole. No further comments were received. City Attorney Rosen responded to questions from the public. Mayor Ray Russom asked that staff provide information to the speaker regarding the Verizon cell tower. 9. CONSENT AGENDA Mayor Ray Russom asked the Council if there were any questions or any items to be pulled from the consent agenda for further discussion. There were none. Mayor Ray Russom invited public comment. No public comments were received. Moved by Council Member Barneich Seconded by Council Member George Approve Consent Agenda Items 9.a. through 9.f., with the recommended courses of action. AYES (5): Council Member Barneich, Council Member George, Council Member Secrest, Mayor Pro Tem Guthrie, and Mayor Ray Russom Passed (5 to 0) 9.a Consideration of Cash Disbursement Ratification Reviewed and ratify the listing of cash disbursements for the period of April 1 through April 15, 2024. 9.b Consideration of Statement of Investment Deposits Received and filed the attached report listing investment deposits of the City of Arroyo Grande as of March 31, 2024, as required by Government Code Section 53646(b). 9.c Fiscal Year 2023-24 Third Quarter Status Report and Budget Adjustment Requests Considered, received, and filed the Fiscal Year (FY) 2023-24 Third Quarter Financial Status 9.d Approval of Minutes Approved the minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of April 23, 2024, as submitted. 9.e Consider Adoption of Resolutions Ordering the Preparation and Filing of Annual Engi Landscaping & Lighting District No. 1, Within Tract 1769, for FY 2024-25 3 Item 9.e. 1) Adopted Resolutions entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE ORDERING THE PREPARATION AND FILING OF THE ANNUAL YEAR 2024-2025"; "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARROYO REPORT FOR THE PARKSIDE VILLAGE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024-2025"; and "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE ORDERING THE PREPARATION AND FILING OF THE ANNUAL ENGINEERS REPORT FOR THE ARROYO GRANDE LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 1, WITHIN TRACT 1769, FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024-2025"; and 2) Determined ntial to result in either a direct, or reasonably foreseeable indirect, physical change in the environment. (State CEQA Guidelines, §§ 15060, subd. (c)(2)-(3), 15378.) 9.f Consider Traffic Way Bridge Temporary Construction Easement Execution Authorized the City Manager to fully execute temporary construction easements (TCEs) for certain real property, more particularly described as Assessor Parcel Numbers 006-311-056, 007-482-026, 007-481-007, 007-481-008, 007-481-009, 007-482-020, and 007-482-018, that are necessary for the Traffic Way Bridge Replacement Project. 10. PUBLIC HEARINGS 10.a Amendments to the Arroyo Grande Public Art Regulations, Guidelines, and Donation Program Community Development Director Pedrotti presented the item. Director Pedrotti and City Attorney Rosen responded to questions from Council. Mayor Ray Russom opened the public hearing. Speaking from the public were Cindy Blankenburg, and Shirley Horacek. Upon hearing no further public comments, Mayor Ray Russom closed the public hearing. City Attorney Rosen and Director Pedrotti responded to questions from the public. Moved by Council Member George Seconded by Council Member Secrest 1) Introduce an Ordinance entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE AMENDING SECTION 16.16.200 OF THE ARROYO GRANDE MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING PUBLIC ART AND FINDING THE ORDINANCE EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT"; 2) Adopt a Resolution entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE APPROVING AMENDMENTS TO THE PUBLIC ART GUIDELINES AND PUBLIC ART DONATION PROGRAM AND FINDING THE ACTION NOT SUBJECT TO CEQA"; and 3) Determine that the amendments to the Public Art Guidelines and Public Art Donation Program are not subject to the California En CEQA Guidelines sections 15060(c)(2) and 15061(b)(3). 4 Item 9.e. AYES (5): Council Member George, Council Member Secrest, Council Member Barneich, Mayor Pro Tem Guthrie, and Mayor Ray Russom Passed (5 to 0) 11. OLD BUSINESS 11.a Water Supply Evaluation, Central Coast Blue Member Agency Status Update, and Requested Direction City Manager Downing introduced the item and commented on the Grover Beach City Council action on May 13, 2024. City Engineer Sweeney presented. City Engineer Sweeney, Administrative Services Director Valentine, and City Manager Downing responded to questions from Council. Mayor Ray Russom opened public comment. Speaking from the public were Pamela Storton, Alexandria Davis, Brenda Auer. Upon hearing no further public comments, Mayor Ray Russom closed public comment. City Manager Downing responded to questions from the public. Council discussion ensued regarding withdrawing from the Central Coast Blue (CCB) Project and the CCB Regional Recycled Water JPA; deferring a State water ballot measure; looking into other recycled water projects; and continuing to work with regional partners. Moved by Council Member George Seconded by Council Member Barneich Approve staff's recommendation to withdraw from the Central Coast Blue Regional Recycled Water Authority Joint Powers Agreement, proceed with Water Master Plan and Water Utility Plan updates once these items are approved in the FY 2024-25 budget, and defer a State Water ballot measure until at least 2026. AYES (5): Council Member George, Council Member Barneich, Council Member Secrest, Mayor Pro Tem Guthrie, and Mayor Ray Russom Passed (5 to 0) 12. NEW BUSINESS Mayor Ray Russom called for a brief break at 7:35 p.m. The Council reconvened at 7:39 p.m. 12.a Discussion of Financing Options Related to the Top Three Priorities from the Community Priorities Survey Results and City Council Direction on a Potential Sales Tax Measure City Manager Downing introduced the item, and Administrative Services Director Valentine presented. City Manager Downing commented on staff's recommendation and responded to questions from Council. Mayor Ray Russom invited public comment. Speaking from the public were Jon Hoffman, and Alexandria Davis. No further public comments were received. 5 Item 9.e. Council discussion ensued regarding financing options including placing a 1% sales tax measure on the November 5, 2024 ballot; the addition of a sunset clause in the ballot language; and a citizens oversight committee. City Manager Downing commented on the California Business Roundtable initiative as it relates to sunset clauses. Administrative Services Director Valentine provided information regarding financing options. Moved by Council Member George Seconded by Mayor Ray Russom Direct staff to prepare a resolution and ordinance for City Council consideration at the May 28, -year sunset clause on the November 5, 2024 ballot. AYES (5): Council Member George, Mayor Ray Russom, Council Member Barneich, Council Member Secrest, and Mayor Pro Tem Guthrie Passed (5 to 0) 13. COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS Council Member George stated that a presentation regarding the State of Youth Mental Health will be held in Arroyo Grande on May 22nd. Mayor Ray Russom thanked the Rotary Clubs of Arroyo Grande and Pismo Beach for funding the redwood tree lighting, which is lighted blue and gold in appreciation to the Rotary Clubs. Council Member Secrest stated that she attended the We Heart AG event; Public Service Employee Recognition Lunch; Redwood Tree Lighting event, and GALA Evening of Action event where she presented a Proclamation for Pride Month on behalf of the City Council. 14. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the City Council, Mayor Ray Russom adjourned the meeting at 8:41 pm. _________________________ Caren Ray Russom, Mayor ATTEST: _________________________ Jessica Matson, City Clerk 6 Item 9.e. ACTION MINUTES REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL May 28, 2024, 5:00 p.m. Hybrid City Council Chamber/Virtual Zoom Meeting 215 East Branch Street, Arroyo Grande Council Members Present: Mayor Ray Russom, Mayor Pro Tem Guthrie, Council Member Barneich, Council Member George, Council Member Secrest Staff Present: City Clerk Jessica Matson, City Attorney Isaac Rosen, City Manager Matthew Downing, Assistant City Manager/Public Works Director Bill Robeson, Administrative Services Director Nicole Valentine, Community Development Director Brian Pedrotti, City Engineer Shannon Sweeney This meeting was conducted in a hybrid in-person/virtual format. CLOSED SESSION MEETING 5:00 P.M.: 1. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Ray Russom called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m. 2. ROLL CALL City Clerk Matson took roll call. 3. FLAG SALUTE Mayor Ray Russom led the flag salute. 4. PUBLIC COMMENT ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS Mayor Ray Russom invited public comment. No comments were received. 5. CLOSED SESSION City Attorney Rosen announced that the City Council will recess to a closed session for the following and 1 will report any reportable action at the City Council Regular meeting at 6:00 p.m.: a)PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION pursuant to Government Code Section 54957: Title: City Attorney The City Council adjourned to Closed Session at 5:01 p.m. 6. ADJOURNMENT The City Council adjourned Closed Session at 5:53 p.m. REGULAR MEETING 6:00 P.M. _____________________________________________________________________ 1. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Ray Russom called the Regular City Council Meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. 2. ROLL CALL City Clerk Matson took roll call. 3. MOMENT OF REFLECTION 4. FLAG SALUTE Mayor Ray Russom led the flag salute. 5. AGENDA REVIEW Council Member George requested Item 10.a. be moved after Item 12.b. and Item 13 after Item 8. Council concurred. 5.a Closed Session Announcements City Attorney Rosen announced that there was no reportable action from the following meeting: May 28, 2024 a) PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION pursuant to Government Code Section 54957: Title: City Attorney 5.b Ordinances read in title only Moved by Mayor Ray Russom Seconded by Council Member Barneich Move that all ordinances presented at the meeting shall be read by title only and all further readings be waived. 2 AYES (5): Mayor Ray Russom, Council Member Barneich, Council Member George, Mayor Pro Tem Guthrie, and Council Member Secrest Passed (5 to 0) 6. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS 6.a Honorary Proclamation Declaring June 2024 as "Pride Month" Mayor Ray Russom read the Honorary Proclamation Declaring June 2024 as "Pride Month". Val Jones, GALA Pride & Diversity Center, accepted the proclamation. No action was taken on this item. 6.b Honorary Proclamation Declaring June 7, 2024 as "Hunger Awareness Day" Mayor Ray Russom read the Honorary Proclamation Declaring June 7, 2024 as "Hunger Awareness Day". Andrea Kisler, SLO Food Bank, accepted the proclamation. No action was taken on this item. 6.c City Manager Communications City Manager Downing provided information regarding the slurry seal and striping project in the Village; AGPD assistance in responding to the incident in Grover Beach; Spring issue of Arroyo Grande Gazette; and the Art in the Park event on June 8th. No action was taken on this item. 7. CITY COUNCIL REPORTS The City Council provided brief reports from the following committee, commission, board, or other subcommittee meetings that 7.a MAYOR RAY RUSSOM: 1. California Joint Powers Insurance Authority (CJPIA) 2. Central Coast Blue Regional Recycled Water Authority Board 3. Five Cities Fire Authority 4. San Luis Obispo County Mayor's Meeting 5. South San Luis Obispo County Sanitation District (SSLOCSD) 6. Other 7.b MAYOR PRO TEM GUTHRIE: 1. County Water Resources Advisory Committee (WRAC) 2. Council of Governments/Regional Transit Authority/ South County Transit (SLOCOG/SLORTA/SCT) 3. Integrated Waste Management Authority Board (IWMA) 3 4. REACH Economic Development Roundtable 5. Other 7.c COUNCIL MEMBER BARNEICH: 1. Audit Committee 2. Homeless Services Oversight Council (HSOC) 3. Zone 3 Water Advisory Board 4. Other 7.d COUNCIL MEMBER GEORGE: 1. Five Cities Fire Authority 2. Visit SLO CAL Advisory Board 3. Other 7.e COUNCIL MEMBER SECREST: 1. Air Pollution Control District (APCD) 2. South County Chambers of Commerce Governmental Affairs Committee 3. Other 8. COMMUNITY COMMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS Mayor Ray Russom invited public comment. Speaking from the public were Patty Welsh, Jeff Chambers, Gaea Powell, Michael Punsalon, Shannon Kesler, Victor, Garry Schmidt. No further public comments were received. Community Development Director Pedrotti and City Manager Downing responded to questions from the public. 9. CONSENT AGENDA Mayor Ray Russom asked the Council if there were any questions or any items to be pulled from the consent agenda for further discussion. There were none. Mayor Ray Russom invited public comment. No public comments were received. Moved by Council Member Barneich Seconded by Council Member George Approve Consent Agenda Items 9.a. through 9.f., with the recommended courses of action. AYES (5): Council Member Barneich, Council Member George, Council Member Secrest, Mayor Pro Tem Guthrie, and Mayor Ray Russom Passed (5 to 0) 4 9.aConsideration of Cash Disbursement Ratification Reviewed and ratified the listing of cash disbursements for the period of April 16 through April 30, 2024. 9.b Resolutions for the 2024 General Municipal Election for the Election of Certain Officers of the City 1) Adopted a entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE, CALIFORNIA, CALLING FOR THE HOLDING OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2024, FOR THE ELECTION OF CERTAIN OFFICERS AS REQUIRED BY THE PROVISIONS OF THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA RELATING TO GENERAL LAW CITIES"; 2) Adopted a entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE, CALIFORNIA, REQUESTING THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO TO CONSOLIDATE A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON NOVEMBER 5, 2024, WITH THE STATEWIDE GENERAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON THE SAME DATE PURSUANT TO SECTION 10403 OF THE ELECTIONS CODE"; and 3) Adopted a entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING REGULATIONS FOR CANDIDATES FOR ELECTIVE OFFICE PERTAINING TO CANDIDATE STATEMENTS SUBMITTED TO THE VOTERS AT AN ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2024". 9.c Levy and Collect Assessments Assessment District, and Arroyo Grande Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District No. 1, within Tract 1769, for FY 2024-25; 2) Adopted Resolutions entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO LEVY AND COLLECT ANNUAL ASSESSMENTS RELATED TO THE PARKSIDE VILLAGE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024-2025"; "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO LEVY AND COLLECT ANNUAL ASSESSMENTS RELATED TO THE GRACE LANE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024-2025"; and "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO LEVY AND COLLECT ANNUAL ASSESSMENTS RELATED TO THE ARROYO GRANDE LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 1, WITHIN TRACT 1769, FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024-2025". 3) Set a public hearing for June 25, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. for the Parkside Village Assessment District, Grace Lane Assessment District, and Arroyo Grande Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District No. 1, within Tract 1769, to consider levying the property assessments; and 4) Made findings that the is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act existing structures and facilities where the new structure will be located on the same site as the structure replaced and will have substantially the same purpose and capacity as the structure replaced. (State CEQA Guidelines, § 15302.) 5 9.d Consider Four-Year Agreement with the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation for Use of Inmate Work Crews Adopted a Resolution entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE APPROVING THE EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT WITH THE CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS AND REHABILITATION FOR INMATE COMMUNITY SERVICE WORK CREWS". 9.e Monthly Water Supply and Demand Update Received and filed the Monthly Water Supply and Demand Update. 9.f Adoption of an Ordinance Amending Title 16 of the Arroyo Grande Municipal Code Regarding Public Art 1) Adopted an Ordinance entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE AMENDING SECTION 16.16.200 OF THE ARROYO GRANDE MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING PUBLIC ART AND FINDING THE ORDINANCE EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT"; and 2) Found that the Ordina pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines sections 15060(c)(2) and 15061(b)(3). 10. PUBLIC HEARINGS 10.a Continued Public Hearing to Consider a Resolution Denying the Installation of One (1) Domestic Well on Property Zoned Planned Development (PD); Applicant Michael Harris; Representative Richard Burde, SLO Civil Design This Item was heard after Item 12.b. Council Member George recused herself due to the location of her residence being within 500 feet of the project and left the meeting. Mayor Ray Russom read a statement recusing herself and left the meeting. Mayor Ray Russom called for a brief break at 8:06 p.m. The Council reconvened at 8:12 p.m. Mayor Pro Tem Guthrie presided. Community Development Director Pedrotti presented the item. Director Pedrotti, Assistant City Manager/Public Works Director Robeson, and City Manager Downing responded to questions from Council. Mayor Pro Tem Guthrie and Council Member Secrest disclosed ex parte communications with the applicant. Michael Harris, applicant, presented and responded to questions from Council. Mayor Pro Tem Guthrie opened the public hearing. Speaking from the public were No Name Provided, Shannon Kesler, Charlotte. Upon hearing no further public comments, Mayor Pro Tem Guthrie closed the public hearing. Mayor Pro Tem Guthrie and Council Member Secrest responded to questions from the public. 6 Director Pedrotti and City Manager Downing responded to questions from Council regarding the proposed alternative resolution approving the domestic well, with conditions. City Attorney Rosen responded to comments from the applicant. Director Pedrotti responded to questions from Council. Moved by Council Member Secrest Seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Guthrie 1) Adopted a Resolution entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE APPROVING THE INSTALLATION OF ONE (1) NEW DOMESTIC SUPPLY WELL ON PROPERTY ZONED PLANNED DEVELOPMENT; LOCATED NORTHEAST OF THE INTERSECTION OF NOYES ROAD AND EQUESTRIAN WAY (APN: 007-781-055); APPLIED FOR BY MICHAEL HARRIS, AND FINDING THAT THIS ACTION IS EXEMPT FROM CEQA"; and 2) Determined that the installation of a domestic water well is categorically exempt from CEQA under the Class 3 exemption, which applies to the construction and location of limited numbers of new, small facilities or structures; installation of small new equipment and facilities in small structures; and the conversion of existing small structures from one use to another where only minor modifications are made in the exterior of the structure. (State CEQA Guidelines, § 15303.). AYES (3): Council Member Secrest, Mayor Pro Tem Guthrie, and Council Member Barneich ABSENT (2): Mayor Ray Russom, and Council Member George Passed (3 to 0) 11. OLD BUSINESS None. 12. NEW BUSINESS 12.a November 5, 2024 Ballot This item was heard after Item 9. City Manager Downing presented the item and responded to questions from Council. Council Member George recommended Council Member Secrest and Mayor Pro Tem Guthrie for appointment to the ad-hoc committee. Mayor Ray Russom invited public comment. Speaking from the public were Shannon Kesler, Keith Storton, and Gaea Powell. No further public comments were received. City Council discussion ensued regarding appointments to the ad-hoc committee and support of staff's recommendations. Moved by Council Member George Seconded by Council Member Barneich 7 1) Adopted a Resolution entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE, CALIFORNIA CALLING FOR THE PLACEMENT OF A GENERAL TAX MEASURE ON THE BALLOT FOR THE NOVEMBER 5, 2024 GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION FOR THE SUBMISSION TO THE QUALIFIED VOTERS OF AN ORDINANCE TO ENACT A GENERAL TRANSACTIONS AND USE TAX (SALES TAX) AT THE RATE OF ONE CENT (1¢)"; 2) Adopted a proposed Ordinance entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE PEOPLE OF THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE, CALIFORNIA, ADDING CHAPTER 3.26 TO TITLE 3 OF THE ARROYO GRANDE MUNICIPAL CODE TO ENACT A ONE PERCENT (1%) GENERAL TRANSACTIONS AND USE TAX (SALES TAX) TO BE ADMINISTERED BY THE CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF TAX AND FEE ADMINISTRATION"; 3) Adopted a Resolution entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE, CALIFORNIA, PROVIDING FOR THE FILING OF PRIMARY AND REBUTTAL ARGUMENTS AND SETTING RULES FOR THE FILING OF WRITTEN ARGUMENTS REGARDING A CITY MEASURE TO BE SUBMITTED AT THE NOVEMBER 5, 2024 GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION"; 4) Adopted a Resolution entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE, CALIFORNIA, REQUESTING THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO TO CONSOLIDATE A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON NOVEMBER 5, 2024 WITH THE STATEWIDE GENERAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON THAT DATE PURSUANT TO §10403 OF THE ELECTIONS CODE"; 5) Appointed Council Member Secrest and Mayor Pro Tem Guthrie to serve on an ad-hoc committee for creation of the argument to be submitted in favor of the measure; and 6) Determined that adopting the Resolutions and Ordinance relates to organizational or administrative activities of governments that will not result in direct or indirect physical changes in the environment, and therefore is not a project within the meaning of the California Environm AYES (5): Council Member George, Council Member Barneich, Council Member Secrest, Mayor Pro Tem Guthrie, and Mayor Ray Russom Passed (5 to 0) 12.b Discussion and Consideration of Approval of the Fiscal Year (FY) 2024-25 Mid-Cycle Budget Update Report Administrative Services Director Valentine presented the item and responded to questions from Council. Mayor Ray Russom invited public comment. Speaking from the public was Alexandria Davis. No further public comments were received. Assistant City Manager/Public Works Director Robeson responded to questions from the public. 8 City Council discussion ensued regarding spending down reserves and staff's budget requests. Mayor Pro Tem Guthrie requested the Council consider the two items separately. Administrative Services Director Valentine and City Manager Downing responded to questions from Council. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Guthrie Seconded by Council Member George Directed staff to implement the recommendation of a policy that establishes three additional reserves: Information and Technology Reserve, Fleet Replacement Reserve and Facility Repairs Reserve; with the excess reserves, over 20%, that are expected to be available at the end of the Fiscal Year. AYES (5): Mayor Pro Tem Guthrie, Council Member George, Council Member Barneich, Council Member Secrest, and Mayor Ray Russom Passed (5 to 0) Moved by Council Member Barneich Seconded by Council Member George Approve staff recommendations on the preliminary Fiscal Year 24-25 mid-cycle budget. AYES (4): Council Member Barneich, Council Member George, Council Member Secrest, and Mayor Ray Russom NOES (1): Mayor Pro Tem Guthrie Passed (4 to 1) 13. COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS This item was heard before Item 8. Council Member Secrest noted that she attended the Youth Mental Health Symposium and stated resources are available to youth and training for those who are 18+. Council Member George commented on the Center for Child Adolescent Mental Health programming; the 2nd Annual State of Youth Mental Health Program; and commented that support is needed from the education system; and the student's report will be published in June. Mayor Ray Russom commented on the Mills Act in place at the City and requested that the Council consider directing staff to agendize a discussion as part of the General Plan Update process. Council Member Barneich concurred. Mayor Ray Russom also commented on the flag at Fireman's Park and requested staff check on all flags at City facilities to see if they need to be updated. 14. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the City Council, Mayor Ray Russom adjourned the meeting at 9:08 p.m. 9 _________________________ Caren Ray Russom, Mayor _________________________ Jessica Matson, City Clerk 10