Minutes 1981-03-24
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CITY COUNCIL
ARROYO GRANDE, CALIFORNIA
MARCH 24, 1981
The City Council met in regular session with
roll call, Council Members B'Ann Smith, Karl
and Lawrence E. Vandeveer reported present.
Mayor Pope presiding. Upon
A. Hogan, Mark M. Millis,
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Council Member Vandeveer led the Pledge of Allegiance to. our Flag.
Thereafter, Reverend Rick Sm~th, Church of God, Grover City, California,
delivered the invocation.
APPROVAL~OF WARRANTS
On motion of Council Member Smith, seconded by Council Member Hogan,.
and unanimously carried, Demand Warrants #P140 through #P154. and #14682
through #14794 in the amount of. $568,053.38 and Payroll. Warrants #19351
through #19435 in the amount of $64,414.69 were approved and ordered paid.
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APPROVAL OF MINUTES
On motion of Council Member Vandeve~r, seconded by Council Member
smith, the minutes of March 10, 1981 were approved as amended.
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PRESENTATIONS
Mayor Pope presented a placque to Judy Tappan on behalf of the Council
for her service on the Human Relations Commission from February 1979
to.March 198L . A cake was presented to Council. by representatives of the
Camp Fire Girls to celebrate their 71st birthday.
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS
On motion of Council Member Vandeveer, seconded by Council. Member
Hogan, it was unanimously voted to approve the Consent Ag~nda minus ~tems
#1 and .#3 for discussion.
A-I. Letter of Interest from Legislative Strategy Committee of the League
of California Cities' for San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara Counties.
RECOMMEND RECEIVE AND REVIEW. Council Member Vandeveer stated he wished to
discuss the portion of the letter regarding binding arbitration. He
suggested that a letter be sent to our state legislator opposing binding
arbitration. On motion of Council Member Vandeveer, seconded by Council
Member Hogan, it was unanimously voted to send the letter.
A-3. Receipt of Resolution from City of Atascadero Supporting the Continuation
of the Local Coastal Commission and the Termination of the State Coastal
Commission after June 1981. RECOMMEND COUNCIL CONSIDER ADOPTION OF A SIMILAR
RESOLUTION, IF SO, PLEASE HAVE ITEM WITHDRAWN FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION.
Administrator Butch stated that the resolution has been adopted by most
cities supporting or recommending abolishing the state commission, however,
the City of Arroyo Grande is not within the jurisdiction of either commission.
After discussion, Council Member Hogan moved to support the City of Morro
Bay in recommending that both commissions be abolished. There was no second.
It was the consensus of the Council that no action be taken.
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A-2. Receipt of Latest League of California Cities' Legislative Bulletin.
RECOMMEND RECEIVE AND REVIEW.
A-4. Letter from Morro Bay Requesting that the State and Regional Coastal
Commission be Disbanded. RECOMMEND RECEIVE AND FILE.
A-5. Letter of Thanks to Police Sgt. Allen from Al Sauvadon, Transportation
Coordinator, Lucia Mar Unified School District. ~RECOMMEND RECEIVE AND FILE.
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A-6. Receipt of Monthly Management Summary Reports on
and Liability Insurance. RECOMMEND RECEIVE AND FILE.
Workers' Compensation
A-7. Letteriof'Appreciation, and Thanks for the Work Along the Arroyo Grande
Creek Bank Near the Swinging'Bridge from Billie Swigert.' RECOMMEND RECEIVE
AND PASS ON TO PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION.
A-8. Receipt of Summary of AB 2853, Chapter 1143 of'1980, Housing Element.'
RECOMMEND RECEIVE AND FILE.
A-9. Receip~ of Fourth Quarter Report on Sales Tax and Cigarette Tax for
1980 -- An Upturn in Reveune. 'RECOMMEND RECEIVE AND FILE.
A-IO. Notice that Parks Employee Jim Koski has Received a State of California
Department of Food and Agriculture Certified Commercial Applicator.
RECOMMEND EMPLOYEE BE COMMENDED FOR HIS INDIVIDUAL EFFORT.
ITEMS WITHDRAWN FROM AGENDA - B-1, C-3(c) , D-4, D-5(b) , and D-6(b).
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PROGRESS REPORTS - VARIOUS CITY PROJECTS
PROGRESS REPORT ON WATER RESERVOIR - City Attorney Shipsey stated
that we are waiting for the owners of the properties to respond regarding
the property.' Public Works Director Karp reported that staff is now
prepared to go to bid for the project and request Council authorization.
On motion of Council Member Millis, seconded by Council Member Vandeveer,
it was unanimously voted to authorize staff to go to bid for the water
reservoir a
PROGRESS PAYMENT NO. 6 ON THE FIRE STATION' AND ALSO AUTHORIZE DEED
"SWAP" ON FIRE STATION (F1UK-OAKS PARTNERSHIP)
Administrator Butch'reported that progress payment no. 6 in the
amount of $103,317.30 is now due and requested that it be paid. On motion
of Council Member Hogan, seconded by Council Member Vandeveer, it was
unanimously voted to make payment nO.,.6 in,'thel'amount of $103,317.30 to
Bunnell Const~uction, subject'to possible reduction:
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PROGRESS REPORT ON CONVERSION OF OLD FIRE STATION TO COUNCIL
CHAMBERS - Administrator Butch introduced Mr. Vic Montgomery of Richmond,
Rossi, and Montgomery, who displayed plans of three alternatives for
conversion of the fire station. There'was discussion by Council regarding'
the cost of the conversion and the availability of the'money in the
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new budget. Councll Member Hogan stated, the money could be used for
drainage problems in certain areas of the City. Council Member Millis
suggested that Council select an alternative in concept. On motion of
Council Member Vandeveer, seconded by Council Member Millis, it was passed
to accept Alternative C in'concept without funding and with the deietion
of the upper level costs. Council Member Hogan dissented.
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COMMuNITY CONGRESS - REPORT ON MEETING OF MARCH 18, 1981 - Mayor'
Pope reportedithat the meeting consisted mainly of setting the ground rules
andca committee was selected to develop a questionaire and return with the
findings. It 'lis hoped the Community Congress 'will be held May 30, i98L
He requested that this be a continuing agenda item.
REPORT, AND RECOMMENDATION OF PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF TUESDAY. MARCH 17.
1981
The report was received.
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REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION OF PARKING AND TRAFFIC COMMISSION MEETING OF
MONDAY. MARCH 16. 1981 , .
a) 'Recommendation on Abandonment of Robles Road. Adrrllm.strator
Butch presented a resolution calling for the public'hearing to be held
April 14, 1981 and read the title. On motion of Council Member Vandeveer,
seconded by Council Member Smith, it was unanimously voted to dispense
with further reading of the resolution.
RESOLUTION NO. 1464
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL.OF THE CITY OF
ARROYO GRANDEe'SETTING FORTH ITS INTENTION TO
VACATE AND ABANDON A PORTION OF ROBLES ROAD,
IN THE CITY OF ARROYO'GRANDE, AND FIXING TIME
AND PLACE FOR HEARING AS PROVIDED BY GOVERNMENT
CODE SECTION 50430, ET SEQ.
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On motion of Council Member Vandeveer, seconded by Council Member
Smith, and on the following roll call vote, to wit:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Council Members Smith, Hogan, Millis, Vandeveer~ and Mayor Pope
'None
None
the foregoing Resolution was passed and adopted this 24th day of March, 1981.
b) Resolution Establishing a "No Parking" Zone on a Portion of
South Halcyon Road. Administrator Butch read the,title of the resolution.
On motion of Council Member Vandeveer, seconded by Council Member Smith,
it was unanimously voted to dispense with further,:reading of"the resolution.
RESOLUTION NO. 1465
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF ARROYO GRANDE ESTABLISHING A "NO PARKING"
ZONE ON A PORTION OF SOUTH"HALCYON ROAD
On motion of Council M~ber Vandeveer, seconded by Council Member
Smith; and on the following roll'call vote, to,wit:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Council Members Smith, Hogan, Millis, Vandeveer, and Mayor Pope
None
None
the, foregoing Resolution was passed and adopted this 24th day of March, 1981.
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d) Establishment of a School Bus Stop on Huasna Road at Strother Park.
Public Works Director Karp stated that the bus stop was requested by Lucia
Mar School District as there had been vandalism in the previous location.
Administrator Butch read the title of the resolution. On motion of Council
Membe~ Smith, seconded by Council Member Vandeveer, it was unanimously
voted to dispense with further 'reading of the resolution:
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RESOLUTION NO. 1466
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ARROYO GRANDE ESTABLISHING ,A PASSENGER LOADING
ZONE ON THE NORTHERLY SIDE OF HUASNA ROAD
On motion of Council Member Smith, seconded by Council Member
Vandeveer, and on the following roll call vote, to wit:
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AYES:
NOES:'
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ABSENT:
Council Members Smith, Hogan, Millis, Vandeveer and Mayor Pope
None
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the foregoing Resolution was passed,and adopted this 24th day of March, 1981.
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REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION OF THE PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING
OF WEDNESDAY, MARCH 11, 1981
Administrator Butch stated that the Parks, and Recreation Commission
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requests a joint'meeting with Council on April 8, 1981. "After discussion, '
it was the consensus of Council to continue discussion of this item to
the next meeting so th~t 'it may be determined when a new city administrator
will be present.
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MAYOR'S NOMINATION OF JANET KASPER AS ARROYO GRANDE,' S MEMBER TO, THE SOUTH
COUNTY HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION, REPLACING JUDY TAPPAN
Mayor; Pope stated that he has reviewed Mrs. Kasper's application
and placed her(':name in nomination. There being no vote required, Mrs. Kasper
was appointed to the Commission.
GENERAL DISCUSSION. RE: PLANNING DIRECTOR'S CONCERN ON PROPOSED STREET ADDRESS
CHANGE - ADDRESSES ON GRIEB DRIVE
Planning Director Castro explained the problem with the,duplication
of addresses on Grieb Drive. ,Joe Meyer, 1116 Grieb, suggested that James
Way could be ~tenciled on the mail boxes ,and the mail boxes,across the street
could be stenci~ed with, Grieb,. ,Council Member Smith moved to change the
addresses,back to"G:i:reb~Dr:~""as they were, before Council took action originally.
There was no second to the motion. It was the consensus of Council "that. if
no action is taken at this time, that the addresses will remain as they
are;
FURTHER DISCUSSION RE: REOUEST FROM E.O.C. THAT THE MAYOR APPOINT A REPLACEMENT
FOR COUNCIL MEMBER SMITH
Mayor:Pope stated that the remainder of this position's term is in
effect until June 1982. He announced that he will be taking applications
for this position.,
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REPORT ON RECENT AREA COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS' MEETING OF MARCH 12, 1981
Council Member Vandeveer stated that he had been out of town for
the, meeting., ~Public, Works Director Karp :r;eported that the Council is
considering.unme~ trapsportation needs in the City and a night van service
to Halcyon. He will report further at, the ,next meeting.
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REQUEST OF SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY ARTS COUNCIL RE: REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF
PROPOSAL FOR DEVELOPMENT OF A COUNTY-WIDE ARTS COUNCIL
Administrator Butch reported, that' the County',has alloted $12,000
for the Arts Gouncil, for which they' are"applying. The County will act
as the"contractor.and the Arts Council has until March 31, 1981 to.apply.
The Arts Council is requesting City Council approval. Council Member Millis
stated he is not in favor of government supporting the arts. Council Member
Vandeveer stated"he is not knowledgeable enough'oto vote on this matter; however,
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he felt that government should be involved in the arts. ,It was the consensus
of Council not to ,take action 'on this matter.
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REPORT ON RECENT ZONE 3 ADVISORY' COMMITTEE MEETING OF MARCH 19, 1981
Mayor :pope reported that the Lopez Recreation Budget was submitted
and revised, with the proposed budget being $777,000.
GENERAL DISCUSSION ON CONSIDERATION OF AN, INCREASE IN SEWER SERVICE CHARGES
FOR THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE
Administrator Butch sUbmitted a chart listing the sewer service
charges of other cities in the county and stated that current revenues
are not antic1pated to cover future sewer service maintenance costs. It
was the conse~sus of Council to continue this item for further Council study.
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REPORT AND UPDATE ON USE OF. WATER BY RANCHER JOE ROSE '(USE OF WATER OUTSIDE
OF CITY FOR CATTLE GRAZING)
. Administrator Butch stated that this update is before Council at
Council's request and submitted a letter from Mr. Rose requesting that his
water service be continued. There was discussion regarding the fact that
Mr. Rose's request for continuance was not listed as an agenda item, and
therefore, could not be considered at this time. City Attorney Shipsey
advised that Council may consider the request if they deem it to be an
emergency situation. All Council Members agreed to consider the item an
emergency situation. Council Member Hogan moved to allow Mr. Rose to use
City water at the City's convenience. There was no second to the motion.
After discussion, Council Member Smith moved to deny Mr. Rose's. request.
The motion was seconded by Council Member Millis. A roll call vote was
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AYES: Council Members Smith, and Millis, and Mayor Pope
NOES: Council Members Hogan and Vandeveer
ABSENT: None
REOUEST COUNCIL APPROVAL OF THE FOLLOWING MAPS
a) Tract 854 - Commercial Condominiums on Juniper Street (Stunges) -
Public Works Director Karp stated that because of current financial constraints
the applicant is prohibited from constructing the project approved for the
lot at this time and because the tentative map is only good for one and
one-half years, it is his. intent to record the:.",m{:t..p as soon. as possible.
The applicant is requesting relief from. the construction. of the street
improvements. until the project is ready for construction_. Mr. Karp
recommended that if the request is granted, it be subject to the following
findings:
1) That the map is consistent with the General Plan and City zoning.
2) Accept on behalf of the public the street tree easement delineated
on the map.
3) Approve the tract map subject to the placement of a note indicating
the requirements for street improvements and fire hydrant assessments.
It was the consensus of Council to deny the request and inform the applicant
to bond for the improvements and at that time reapply for his request.
c) Parcel Map AG 80-84, Lot Split Case No. 80-332, 299 Miller Way -
(Hayes) - Public Works Director Karp stated that....the subject split subdivides
a portion of the old Spierling parcel adjacent to Miller Way subdivision
and would create two lots; 1 acre and 1-1/2 acres. Both parcels have
been approved with access to be gained from Miller Way through an existing
20' roadway easement. The parcel has no frontage on Miller Way, therefore
no public improve~ents are required. He recommended app:roval with the
finding that. Parcel Map AG 80-84 is consistent with the General Plan and
City zoning. On motion of Council Member Vandeveer:i,seconded by Council
Member Hogan, it was unanimously voted to approve. the parcel map subject
to the finding as stated by Mr. Karp.
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REOUEST PROGRESS PAYMENTS ON:
a) Traffic Signal at Grand Avenue and Elm Street (Lee Wilson) -
Public Works Director Karp stated that he is requesting approval of progress
payment number 2 in the amount of $20,210.35. On. motion of Council
Member Vandeveer, seconded by Council Member Hogan, it was unanimously voted
to approve progress payment number 2 to Lee Wilson Electric in.the amount
of $20,210.35.
PROGRESS REPORT ON THE SOUTH SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY SANITATION DISTRICT
Administrator Butch stated he has nothiqg to report at .this time.
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ORAL "COMMUNICATIONS
Ella;Honeycutt, 560 Oakhill Road, reported on a recent meeting of
the Resources Conservation District.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Council adjourned at 9:55 P.M. to Executive Session and readjourned
at 10:15 P.M. to announce that Police Chief Jim Clark will be the Acting
City Adminisirator effective April 1, 1981.
ADJOURNMENT
On motion of Council Member Millis, seconged by Council Member
Vandeveer, i~. was unanimously voted to adjourn at 10:20 P.M. to an
Executive Session, March 30, 1981 at 6:00 P:M.
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DEPU~ITY CLERK