Agenda Packet 2002-02-26
CITY COUNCIL City of
AGENDA Arroyo qrancfe
Michael A. Lady Mayor
Thomas A. Runels Mayor Pro Tem
Jim Dickens Council Member Steven Adams City Manager
Tony Ferrara Council Member Timothy J. Carmel City Attomey
Sandy Lubin Council Member Kelly Wetmore Director, Administrative Services
NOTICE OF
CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING
Tuesday
February 26. 2002
5:45 P.M.
Arroyo Grande City Council Chambers
215 East Branch Street, Arroyo Grande
AGENDA
1. ROLL CALL
2. PUBLIC COMMENT on Special Meeting Agenda Items.
Members of the public wishing to address the Council on any item described in this Notice
may do so when recognized by the Presiding Officer.
3. CITY COUNCIL CLOSED SESSION:
a. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION:
Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(b)
involving one (1) potential case.
b. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION pursuant to
Government Code Section 54956.9(a):
1. Name of Case: Citizen's Committee for the Conservation of Local Aqriculture
v. City of Arroyo Grande. et al. San Luis Obispo County Superior Court Case
No. CV 020085.
4. RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION:
Announcement of reportable action from closed session, if any.
S. ADJOURNMENT.
c:closedsession.agenda.022602.
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CITY COUNCIL City of
AGENDA Arroyo qrancfe
Michael A. Lady Mayor
Thomas A. Runels Mayor Pro Tem
Jim Dickens Council Member Steven Adams City Manager
Tony Ferrara Council Member Timothy J. Carmel City Attomey
Sandy Lubin Council Member Kelly Wetmore Director, Administrative Services
AGENDA SUMMARY
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2002
7:00 P.M.
Arroyo Grande City Council Chambers
215 East Branch Street, Arroyo Grande
1. CALL TO ORDER: 7:00 P.M.
2. ROLL CALL
3. FLAG SALUTE: AMERICAN LEGION POST NO. 136
4. INVOCATION: PASTOR JANARMSTRONG, FIRST
ASSEMBLY OF GOD, GROVER BEACH
S. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS:
5.a. Proclamation - Attained the Rank of EaQle Scout: Michael Dorsi
5.b. Five (5) Minute Presentation for Each, Followed bv Questions/Answers
Measure A - Opponents
David Edge, County Administrative Officer, Representing the County Board of
Supervisors
Measure A - Proponents
Dr. Steven Hansen, Representing Citizens for Healthier San Luis Obispo County
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AGENDA SUMMARY - FEBRUARY 26, 2002
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6. AGENDA REVIEW:
6.a. Move that all resolutions and ordinances presented tonight be read in title only
and all further readings be waived.
7. CITIZENS' INPUT, COMMENTS, AND SUGGESTIONS:
Persons in the audience may discuss business not scheduled on this agenda
regarding any item of interest within the jurisdiction of the Council. The Council
will listen to all communication; however, in compliance with the Brown Act, will
not take any action on items that are not on the agenda.
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Upon completing your comments:
. You may be directed to staff for assistance;
. A Council Member may indicate an interest in discussing your issue
with you subsequent to the Council meeting;
. The Council may direct staff to research the issue and subsequently
report back to the Council (generally in the form of a memorandum or
staff report); or
. No action is required or taken.
8. CONSENT AGENDA:
The following routine items listed below are scheduled for consideration as a
group. The recommendations for each item are noted. Any Council Member
may request that any item be withdrawn from the Consent Agenda to permit
discussion or change the recommended course of action. The City Council may
approve the remainder of the Consent Agenda on one motion.
8.a. Cash Disbursement Ratification (SNODGRASS)
Recommended Action: Approve the listings of cash disbursements for the
period February 1, 2002 through February 15, 2002.
8.b. Consideration of Approval of Minutes (WETMORE)
Recommended Action: Approve minutes for the Special City Council and
Regular City Council/Redevelopment Agency Meetings of February 12, 2002 as
submitted.
8.c. Adoption of Ordinance AmendinQ the Zonina Map of Arroyo Grande from
Public and Quasi-Public Facilities (PF) to Residential Suburban (RS) for a
1.40-Acre Portion of Rancho Grande Park; Development Code Amendment
Case No. 01-001 (STRONG)
Recommended Action: Adopt Ordinance amending the Zoning Map from PF to
RS for a 1.40-acre portion of the Rancho Grande Park Site.
AGENDA SUMMARY - FEBRUARY 26, 2002
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8. CONSENT AGENDA (continued):
8.d. Consideration of Support of Proposition 40 - The Clean Water. Clean Air,
Safe Neiahborhood Parks. and Coastal Protection Bond Act of 2002
(ADAMS)
Recommended Action: Adopt Resolution in support of Proposition 40.
8.e. Consideration of an Appropriation for an Environmental Consultant to
Provide On-Site MonitorinQ for the Tally Ho Creek K-Rail Proiect
(SPAGNOLO)
Recommended Action: Approve appropriation in the amount of $3,000 from the
General Fund to be used for environmental services during the installation of K-
Rail along the City's easement from Tally Ho Road to Tally Ho Creek.
9. PUBLIC HEARING:
9.a. Consideration of Development Code Amendment Case No. 01-003,
Revision of the "Desian Guidelines for Historic Districts" (STRONG)
Recommended Action: Introduce Ordinance amending Title 16, Chapter 16.08
of the Municipal Code and Design Overlay 2.4 to revise the Design Guidelines for
Historic Districts.
10. CONTINUED BUSINESS:
None.
11. NEW BUSINESS:
11.a. HousinQ Allocation and HousinQ Element Discussion (STRONG)
Recommended Action: Receive presentation from SLOCOG staff and City staff
regarding Housing Allocation/Housing Element.
12. CITY COUNCIL REPORTS:
This item gives the Mayor and Council Members the opportunity to present
reports to the other members regarding committees, commissions, boards, or
special projects on which they may be participating.
(a) MAYOR MICHAEL A. LADY:
(1) South San Luis Obispo County Sanitation District (SSLOCSD)
(2) Other
(b) MAYOR PRO TEM THOMAS A. RUNELS:
(1) Zone 3 Water Advisory Board
(2) County Water Resources Advisory Committee (WRAC)
(3) Other
AGENDA SUMMARY - FEBRUARY 26, 2002
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12. CITY COUNCIL REPORTS (continued):
c) COUNCIL MEMBER JIM DICKENS:
(1) Community Recreation Center Subcommittee
(2) Economic Opportunity Commission (EOC)
(3) South County Youth Coalition
(4) Other
(d) COUNCIL MEMBER TONY M. FERRARA:
(1) Integrated Waste Management Authority (IWMA)
(4) Air Pollution Control District (APCD)
(3) San Luis Obispo Council of Governments/San Luis Obispo
Regional Transit Authority (SLOCOG/SLORTA)
(4) Other
(e) COUNCIL MEMBER SANDY LUBIN:
(1) South County Area Transit (SCAT)
(2) Economic Vitality Corporation (EVC)
(3) Other
13. CITY COUNCIL MEMBER ITEMS:
The following item(s) are placed on the agenda by the Mayor and/or a Council
Member who would like to receive feedback, direct staff to prepare information,
and/or request a formal agenda report be prepared and the item placed on a
future agenda. No formal action can be taken.
a) None.
14. CITY MANAGER ITEMS:
The following item(s) are placed on the agenda by the City Manager in order to
receive feedback and/or request direction from the Council. No formal action can
be taken.
a) None.
15. COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS:
Correspondence/Comments as presented by the City Council.
16. STAFF COMMUNICATIONS:
Correspondence/Comments as presented by the City Manager.
17. ADJOURNMENT
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AGENDA SUMMARY - FEBRUARY 26, 2002
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Copies of the staff reports or other written materials relating to each item of business
referred to on this agenda are on file with the Director of Administrative Services and are
available for public inspection and reproduction at cost. If you have questions regarding
any agenda item, please contact the Director of Administrative Services at (805) 473-
5414.
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In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to
participate in a City meeting, please contact the Director of Administrative Services at
the number listed above at least 48 hours prior to the meeting to ensure that reasonable
arrangements can be made to provide accessibility to the meeting.
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Note: This agenda is subject to amendment up to 72 hours prior to the date and time
set for the meeting. Please refer to the agenda posted at City Hall for any revisions, or
call the Director of Administrative Services at (805) 473-5414 for more information.
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5.8.
Hononry Proclamation
MICHAEL STEPHEN DORSI
for Attaining the Rank of
EAGLE SCOUT
WHEREAS, The Boy Scouts of America, since its fomnling in 1910 has
been the preeminent organization for instilling positive values in its youth
membership; IUnl
WHEREAS, Approximately two IICrcent of aU Boy Scouts nationwide
attain the rlUrn. of Eagle Scout; IUld
WHEREAS, Good Citizenship, Character Development, Physical Fitness,
and Service to Others, are qualities proJlloted by the Boy Scout PrograJlllUn)
are demonstrate(1 in both attitude ami action of Eagle Scouts; IUld
WHEREAS, Troop 489 of Arroyo GrlUlde, California, is honoring one of
its very own members - MICHAEL STEPHEN DORSI, who has attained
the rank of EAGLE SCOUT. MICHAEL'S Eagle Project was the
construction of horseshoe pits at the Arroyo GrlUlde Conummity Center.
NOJ~ THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLJI"ED, that I, Michael A. Lady,
Mayor of the City of Arroyo Grancle, on behalf of the City CotlJlcil, (10 hereby
congratulatc MICHAEL STEPHEN DORSI for achieving the rlllrn. of
EAGLE SCOUT, and take this opportmuty to recognize MICHAEL'S
commitment, cliligence, and cledicatioll in umlertaking IUnl completing Ids
Eagle Scout Project.
IN WIT NESS WHEREOF, I have heremIto set my hlUnllUld caused the
Seal of the City of Arroyo Grancle to be affixed this 26th day of Febnlary,
2002.
MICHAELA. LADY, MAYOR
8.a.
MEMORANDUM
TO: CITY COUNCIL
FROM: LYNDA K. SNODGRASS, DIRECTOR OF FINANCIAL SERVICE'1
BY: JANET M. HUWALDT, ACCOUNTING SUPERVISOR 9}J/
SUBJECT: CASH DISBURSEMENT RA TIFICA TION
DATE: FEBRUARY 26, 2002
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended the City Council ratify the attached listing of cash disbursements for
the period February 1 - February 15, 2002.
FUNDING:
There is a $448,743.84 fiscal impact.
DISCUSSION:
The attached listing represents the cash disbursements required of normal and usual
operations. It is requested that the City Council approve these payments.
ATTACHMENTS:
ATTACHMENT 1 - Cash Disbursement Listing
ATTACHMENT 2 - February 1, 2002 Accounts Payable Check Register
ATTACHMENT 3 - February 8,2002 Accounts Payable Check Register
ATTACHMENT 4 - February 8,2002 Payroll Checks and Benefit Checks
ATTACHMENT 5 - February 15, 2002 Accounts Payable Check Register
CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE
INDEX FOR BUDGET DEPARTMENTS
EDEN COMPUTER SYSTEM
GENERAL FUND /0101 SPEGAL REVENUE FUNDS
City Government (Fund 010) Park Development Fee Fund (Fund 213)
4001 - City Council 4550 - Park Development Fee
4002 - Administrative Services Traffic Signal Fund (Fund 222)
4003 - City Attorney 4501 - Traffic Fund
4101 - City Manager Transportation Fund (Fund 225)
4102 - Printing/Duplicating 4553 - Public Transit System
4120 - Financial Services Construction Tax Fund (Fund 230)
4121 - Taxes/ Insurance/ Bonds 4556 - Construction Tax
4130 - Community Development Police Grant Funds
4131 - Community Building (CDBG) 4201 - Law Enforcement Equip. (Fd 272)
4140 - Management Information System 4202 - State AB3229 Cops Grant (Fd 271)
4145 - Non Departmental 4203 - Federal Universal Hiring (Fd 274)
Public Safety (Fund 010) 4208 - Federal Local Law Enforcmt (FD 279)
4201 - Police Redevelopment Agency ( Fund 284)
4211 - Fire 4103 - Redevelopment Administration
4212 - Building & Safety ENTERPRISE FUNDS
Public Works (Fund 010) Sewer Fund (Fund 612)
4301 - Public Works-Admin & Engineering 4610 - Sewer Maintenance
4303 - Street/Bridge Maintenance Water Fund (Fund 640)
4304 - Street Lighting 4710 - Water Administration
4305 - Automotive Shop 4711 - Water Production
Parks & Recreation (Fund 010) 4712 - Water Distribution
4420 - Parks Lopez Administration (Fund 641)
4421 - Recreation 4750 - Lopez Administration
4422 - General Recreation CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAMS (Fund 350)
4423 - Pre-School Program 5501-5599 - Park Projects
4424 - Recreation-Special Programs 5601-5699 - Streets Projects
4425 - Children in Motion 5701-5799 - Drainage Projects
4426 - Five Cities Youth Basketball 5801-5899 - Water/Sewer/Street Projects
4430 - Soto Sport Complex 5901-5999 - Water Projects
4213 - Government Buildings
4460 - Parkway Maintenance
Dept. Index for Council.xIs
ATTACHMENT 1
CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE
CASH DISBURSEMENTS
For the Period of February 1 Through February 15, 2002
February 26, 2002
Presented are the cash disbursements issued by the Department of Financial Services for
the period February 1 to February 15, 2002. Shown are cash disbursements by week of
occurrence and type of payment.
..""",.L" T .:h.. ~I.1t1.E AMOUNT
':l.T~:
February 1, 2002
Accounts Payable Cks 104329-104427 2 $ 58,631.11
February 8, 2002
Accounts Payable Cks 104428-104476 3 35,907.08
Payroll Checks and Benefit Checks 4 280,921.86
316,828.94
February 15, 2002
Accounts Payable Cks 104489-104573 5 333,135.53
Less Payroll Cks included on February 8th Listing (259,851.74)
73,283.79
Two Week Total $ 448.743.84
ATTACHMENT 2
VOUCHRE2 CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE PAGE 1
01/30/02 08:05 VOUCHER/CHECK REGISTER
FOR PERIOD 21
VOUCHER!
CHECK CHECK VENDOR VENDOR ITEM ACCOUNT ITEM CHECK
NUMBER DATE NUMBER NAME DESCRIPTION NUMBER AMOUNT AMOUNT
104329 02/01/02 102803 A & S MOTORCYCLE PARTS, BMW MOTORCYCLE 010.4201.6301 18,807.11 18,807.11
104330 02/01/02 100897 AMERICAN TEMPS STRASSER BveS-I/IS 010.4421.5303 604.00
104330 02/01/02 100897 AMERICAN TEMPS BURSHEIM Bves TO 1/11 010.4120.5303 604.00
104330 02/01/02 100897 AMERICAN TEMPS BURSHEIM Bves TO 1/17 010.4120.5303 483.20 1,691. 20
104331 02/01/02 102509 API WASTE SERVICES RID BIN-DUMP/RETURN Bves. 010.4213.5303 250.00 250.00
104332 02/01/02 102680 ARLINGTON LABORATORIES DEGREASER 220.4303.5603 447.89 447.89
104333 02/01/02 006006 ARROYO GRANDE FLOWER SH FLOWERS 010.4211.5504 59.92 59.92
104334 02/01/02 101038 ARROYO GRANDE LIONS VOLUNTEERS BANQUET SPLYS 010.4424.5252 394.51 394.51
104335 02/01/02 006552 ARROYO MEDICAL GROUP IN PRE-EMPLOYMENT PHYSICAL 010.4201.5315 88.00 88.00
104336 02/01/02 101617 AUTO GLASS CENTRAL WINDSHIELD/URETHANE KIT-943 010.4201.5601 216.85
104336 02/01/02 101617 AUTO GLASS CENTRAL REPL.WINDSHIELD-PW33 220.4303.5601 258.26 47.5.11
104337 02/01/02 102050 AVP.YA, INC. PHONE AGREEMENT 010.4145.5403 28.16 28.16
104338 02/01/02 102786 BAUER SAN FRANCISCO LENS KIT 010.4211.5601 95.48 95.48
104339 02/01/02 102814 BICKMORE RISK SERVICES TRAINING VIDEOS 010.4421.5503 60.15 60.15
104340 02/01/02 102790 DEBBIE BLACK DEC-E.GRAND ARCHIT.SVCS 010.4130.5318 2,000.00 2,000.00
104341 02/01/02 101782 BOB'S EXPRESS WASH CAR WASH 010.4201.5601 36.00
104341 02/01/02 101782 808'S EXPRESS WASH CAR WASH 640.4712.5601 18.33
104341 02/01/02 101782 BOB'S EXPRESS WASH CAR WASH 640.4712.5603 18.33
104341 02/01/02 101782 80B'S EXPRESS WASH CAR WASH 612.4610.5601 18.33
104341 02/01/02 101782 BOB'S EXPRESS WASH CAR WASH 612.4610.5603 18.33
104341 02/01/02 101782 BOB'S EXPRESS WASH CAR WASH 220.4303.5601 18.33
104341 02/01/02 101782 BOB'S EXPRESS WASH CAR WASH 220.4303.5603 18.35 146.00
104342 02/01/02 012168 BOXX EXPRESS SHIPPING-BACKFLOW 640.4712.5610 18.24
104342 02/01/02 012168 BOXX EXPRESS UPS SHIPMENTS-NOV/DEC 010.4201. 5201 124.94 143.18
104343 02/01/02 012082 80Y SCOUTS OF AMERICA DONATION-ANNUAL AWARDS CLEANUP 010.4211.5255 100.00 100.00
104344 02/01/02 101117 BRANCH STREET DELI LUNCHEON-ADVISORY COUNCIL 010.4201. 5504 171.60 171.60
104345 02/01/02 013026 BRISCO MILL & LUMBER STICK ON LETTERS/SNAPS 220.4303.5613 56.48
104345 02/01/02 013026 BRISCO MILL & LUMBER BLADES 220.4303.5255 32.29
104345 02/01/02 013026 BRISCO MILL & LUMBER BLADES 220.4303.5273 57.00 145.77
104346 02/01/02 013572 BRUMIT DIESEL,INC L.H.FUEL PUMP 010.4211.5601 71.61 71.61
104347 02/01/02 013834 BURTON'S FIRE APPARATUS FUEL SENDER 010.4211. 5601 76.69 76.69
104348 02/01/02 100622 CASTLEROCK DEVELOPMENT REF.ADMIN.SIGN PERM 010.0000.4164 70.00 70.00
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01/30/02 08 :05 VOUCHER/CHECK REGISTER
FOR PERIOD 21
VOUCHER/
CHECK CHECK VENDOR VENDOR ITEM ACCOUNT ITEM CHECK
NUMBER DATE NUMBER NAME DESCRIPTION NUMBER AMOUNT AMOUNT
104349 02/01/02 021918 CENTRAL COAST SUPPLY AGFD-MOPS/HANDLES 010.4213.5604 48.05
104349 02/01/02 021918 CENTRAL COAST SUPPLY BLDG MAINT.SUPPLIES 010.4213.5604 322.93
104349 02/01/02 021918 CENTRAL COAST SUPPLY BLOG MAINT.SUPPLIES 010.4213.5604 32.18 403.16
104350 02/01/02 023868 RICHARD CLEAVER MP5 TRIGGER GROUP 010.4201.5501 574.00 574.00
104351 02/01/02 077376 SUSAN SAXE- CLIFFORD PSYCH. EVALUATION 010.4201.5315 350.00
104351 02/01/02 077376 SUSAN SAXE~ CLIFFORD PSYCHOLOGICAL EVALUATION 010.4201.5315 350.00 700.00
104352 02/01/02 024180 COAST NUT & BOLT BOLTS/NUTS/SCREWS/CLAMPS 612.4610.5601 29.35
104352 02/01/02 024180 COAST NUT & BOLT BOLTS/NUTS/SCREWS/CLAMPS 612.4610.5603 29.35
104352 02/01/02 024180 COAST NUT & BOLT BOLTS/NUTS/SCREWS/CLAMPS 640.4712.5601 29.35
104352 02/01/02 024180 COAST NUT & BOLT BOLTS/NUTS/SCREWS/CLAMPS 640.4712.5603 29.35
104352 02/01/02 024180 COAST NUT & BOLT BOLTS/NUTS/SCREWS/CLAMPS 220.4303.5601 29.35
104352 02/01/02 024180 COAST NUT & BOLT BOLTS/NUTS/SCREWS/CLAMPS 220.4303.5603 29.35
104352 02/01/02 024180 COAST NUT & BOLT BOLTS/NUTS/SCREWS/CLAMPS 010.4420.5601 29.35
104352 02/01/02 024180 COAST NUT & BOLT BOLTS/NUTS/SCREWS/CLAMPS 010.4420.5603 29.38 234.83
104353 02/01/02 102723 COMMERCIAL MAINTENANCE FLOOR RESTORATION-C/B 010.4213.6401 140.00 140.00
104354 02/01/02 101725 CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT COR ARMOR PIERCING CONTAIN.SYS. 010.4201. 5272 24.95 24.95
104355 02/01/02 102671 CORPORATE EXPRESS OFFICE SUPPPLIES G10.4201.5201 39.25 39.25
104356 02/01/02 026286 CREEK ENVIRONMENTAL LAB WATER SAMPLES 640.4710.5310 70.00 70.00
104357 02/01/02 026754 CRYSTAL SPRINGS WATER C BOTTLED WATER 010.4301.5201 15.00
104357 02/01/02 026754 CRYSTAL SPRINGS WATER C BOTTLED WATER 010.4212.5201 15.00 30.00
104358 02/01/02 100957 CSAIA TRAINING CSAIA REGIS-JIM WILLIAMS 010.4201.5501 225.00 225.00
104359 02/01/02 027534 D.G.REPAIR REPL.POWER STEERING BELT-691 010.4201.5601 39.29 39.29
104360 02/01/02 100808 DHS-WTOC RENEWAL RENEWAL-WATER TREAT LIC-ROBIN 220.4303.5501 55.00 55.00
104361 02/01/02 029484 DIESELRO INC. REPR.BRUSH CHIPPER 220.4303.5603 179.21
104361 02/01/02 029484 DIESELRO INC. REPR.OIL LEAKS 220.4303.5601 276.67
104361 02/01/02 029484 DIESELRO INC. HANDLE/LINKAGE~BRUSH CHIPPER 220.4303.5603 32.50 488.38
104362 02/01/02 101255 DORFMAN HOMES, INC. REF.O/PYMT-688 MATTHEW WAY 640.0000.4751 137.41
104362 02/01/02 101255 DORFMAN HOMES,INC. PREV.BALANCE-525 STARLIGHT 640.0000.4751 84.97- 52.44
104363 02/01/02 101379 FERGUSON ENTERPRISES,IN METER BOX LIDS 640.4712.5610 160.88 160.88
104364 02/01/02 101662 FORD QUALITY FLEET CARE EEC TEST/WIRING/BREAKER BOX 010.4201. 5601 349.69
104364 02/01/02 101662 FORD QUALITY FLEET CARE HEAD LAMPS TURN ON/OFF SWITCH 010.4201. 5601 390.14
104364 02/01/02 101662 FORD QUALITY FLEET CARE REPL.RADIATOR HOSES 010.4201.5601 687.74
104364 02/01/02 101662 FORD QUALITY FLEET CARE REPL.BRAKE LAMP SWITCH/CONNECT 010.4201. 5601 127.93 1,555.50
104365 02/01/02 035218 FORMS 2020 INC. PERF. PAPER 010.4120.5201 391.24 391.24
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01/30/02 08:05 VOUCHER/CHECK REGISTER
FOR PERIOD 21
VOUCHER/
CHECK CHECK VENDOR VENDOR ITEM ACCOUNT ITEM CHECK
NUMBER DATE NUMBER NAME DESCRIPTION NUMBER AMOUNT AMOUNT
104366 02/01/02 035802 FRANK'S LOCK & KEY INC DUP KEYS-991 010.4201.5601 4.88
104366 02/01/02 035802 FRANK'S LOCK & KEY INC DUP KEYS-691/944 010.4201.5601 17.91 22.79
104367 02/01/02 036738 GALL'S INC SUPPLEX HIDDEN AGENDA JACKET 010.4201. 5255 146.37 146.37
104368 02/01/02 037206 GIBBS INTERNATIONAL TRU BRACKETS 220.4303.5601 97.25
104368 02/01/02 037206 GIBBS INTERNATIONAL TRU BRACKETS 220.4303.5601 85.78
104368 02/01/02 037206 GIBBS INTERNATIONAL TRU BRACKETS 220.4303.5601 85.78
104368 02/01/02 037206 GIBBS INTERNATIONAL TRU CR: BRACKETS 220.4303.5601 97.25- 171.56
104369 02/01/02 102745 SHANE GIDLUND REIMB.FFI CERT-GIDLUND 010.4211.5501 30.00 30.00
104370 02/01/02 100583 NANCY HAGLUND REIMB.GIFT CERTIFICATES 010.4211.5504 150.00 150.00
104371 02/01/02 101606 ALLAN HANCOCK COLLEGE DRIVING & FORCE REGIS-ZIGELMAN 010.4201.5501 101.00 101.00
104372 02/01/02 100635 HARRY'S RADIATOR SVCS ROD OUT RADIATOR 010.4420.5601 61. 40 61.40
104373 02/01/02 102815 HECKLER & KOCH,INC. MP 5 TRIGGER REGIS-CLEAVER 010.4201.5501 495.00 495.00
104374 02/01/02 102701 INDOFF, INC. OFFICE SUPPLIES 010.4130.5201 83.40 83.40
104375 02/01/02 044496 INFORMATION SERVICES CITATION PROCESS FEE~OCT/DEC 010.4201.5303 365.40
104375 02/01/02 044496 INFORMATION SERVICES DP-ON-LINE TRANS DEC 010.4201. 5606 56.66 422.06
104376 02/01/02 101848 INVENSYS METERING SYSTE COMPOUND METER 640.4712.5207 1,155.96
104376 02/01/02 101848 INVENSYS METERING SYSTE CR:METERS 640.4712.5207 756.00-
104376 02/01/02 101848 INVENSYS METERING SYSTE CR:METERS 640.4712.5207 60.00- 339.96
104377 02/01/02 046332 J P TOOL REPAIR REPL.MAKITA SAW 010.4420.5603 38.67 38.67
104378 02/01/02 046410 J.W.ENTERPRISES TOILET RENTAL 220.4303.5552 91. 73 91.73
104379 02/01/02 102667 ROSEMARY LOPEZ CHEER & POM CLASS-LOPEZ 010.4424.5351 80.50 80.50
104380 02/01/02 102086 MEDSTOP URGENT CARE PRE-EMPLOY.PHYS-RHYNE 010.4211.5315 30.00
104380 02/01/02 102086 MEDSTOP URGENT CARE PRE~EMPLOY.PHYS-GIDLUNb 010.4211.5315 75.00
104380 02/01/02 102086 MEDSTOP URGENT CARE PRE-EMPLOY.PHYS-ACKERSON 010.4211.5315 30.00
104380 02/01/02 102086 MEDSTOP URGENT CARE PRE-EMPLOY.PHYS-MCLEAN 010.4211.5315 30.00
104380 02/01/02 102086 MEDSTOP URGENT CARE PRE-EMPLOY.PHYS-CARVALHO 010.4301. 5315 30.00
104380 02/01/02 102086 MEDSTOP URGENT CARE PRE-EMPLOY.PHYS-GIDLUND 010.4211.5315 20.00
104380 02/01/02 102086 MEDSTOP URGENT CARE PRE-EMPLOY.PHYS-GOUVEIA 010.4211.5315 30.00
104380 02/01/02 102086 MEDSTOP URGENT CARE PRE-EMPLOY.PHYS-RICHARDSON 010.4425.5315 60.00
104380 02/01/02 102086 MEDSTOP URGENT CARE PRE-EMPLOY.PHYS~FORSYTHE 010.4425.5315 80.00
104380 02/01/02 102086 MEDSTOP URGENT CARE PRE-EMPLOY.PHYS-STRONG 010.4130.5315 55.00
104380 02/01/02 102086 MEDSTOP URGENT CARE PRE-EMPLOY.PHYS-ESTES 010.4425.5315 87.00
104380 02/01/02 102086 MEDSTOP URGENT CARE PRE-EMPLOY.PHYS-SHUMATE 010.4425.5315 20.00
104380 02/01/02 102086 MEDSTOP URGENT CARE PRE-EMPLOY.PHYS-LUX 010.4424.5315 20.00
104380 02/01/02 102086 MEDSTOP URGENT CARE PRE-EMPLOY.PHYS-STAUB 010.4425.5315 147.00
104380 02/01/02 102086 MEDSTOP URGENT CARE PRE-EMPLOY.PHYS-FORSYTHE 010.4425.5315 60.00
104380 02/01/02 102086 MEDSTOP URGENT CARE PRE-EMPLOY.PHYS-HAWORTH 010.4130.5315 140.00
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VOUCHER/
CHECK CHECK VENDOR VENDOR ITEM ACCOUNT ITEM CHECK
NUMBER DATE NUMBER NAME DESCRIPTION NUMBER AMOUNT AMOUNT
104380 02/01/02 102086 MEDSTOP URGENT CARE PRE-EMPLOY.PHYS-LAWRENCE 010.4212.5315 30.00
104380 02/01/02 102086 MEDSTOP URGENT CARE ORE-EMPLOY.PHYS-HEDE 010.4425.5315 158.00 1,102.00
104381 02/01/02 056394 MIDAS MUFFLER & BRAKE LUBE/OIL/BLADES 010.4420.5601 438.00 438.00
104382 02/01/02 057096 MINER'S ACE HARDWARE PLASTIC BOND 612.4610.5601 4.60
104382 02/01/02 057096 MINER'S ACE HARDWARE BRACKET/KNOB 010.4213.5604 5.22
104382 0-2/01/02 057096 MINER'S ACE HARDWARE EYE BOLT/EYE STRAP 010.4211.5601 13 .55
104382 02/01/02 057096 MINER'S ACE HARDWARE HARDWARE 612.4610.5255 5.03
104382 02/01/02 057096 MINER'S ACE HARDWARE HOSE CLAMP 220.4303.5613 5.01
104382 02/01/02 057096 MINER'S ACE HARDWARE SURGE SUPRESSOR 010.4424.5252 16.08
104382 02/01/02 057096 MINER'S ACE HARDWARE HARDWARE/PAINT 010.4201.5604 5.22
104382 02/01/02 057096 MINER'S ACE HARDWARE SUPPLIES 010.4211.5255 11.79
J.04382 02/01/02 057096 MINER'S ACE HARDWARE NEATSFOOT OIL 010.4211.5273 5.98
104382 02/01/02 057096 MINER'S ACE HARDWARE PAINTING SUPPLIES 010.4211.5273 19.31
104382 02/01/02 057096 MINER'S ACE HARDWARE SANDPAPER 010.4211.5601 2.52
104382 02/01/02 057096 MINER'S ACE HARDWARE POLY TARP/BATTERY 010.4211.5603 10.70
104382 02/01/02 057096 MINER'S ACE HARDWARE GLOVES 010.4211.5603 5.74
104382 02/01/02 057096 MINER'S ACE HARDWARE MEASURE TAPE 010.4212.5255 12.86 123.61
104383 02/01/02 057174 MISSION OFFICE PLUS OFFICE SUPPLIES 010.4002.5201 53.81
104383 02/01/02 057174 MISSION OFFICE PLUS OFFICE SUPPLIES 612.4610.5201 45.77
104383 02/01/02 057174 MISSION OFFICE PLUS OFFICE SUPPLIES 220.4303.5201 45.77
104383 02/01/02 057174 MISSION OFFICE PLUS OFFICE SUPPLIES 010.4305.5201 11.39
104383 02/01/02 057174 MISSION OFFICE PLUS OFFICE SUPPLIES 010.4130.5201 69.92-
104383 02/01/02 057174 MISSION OFFICE PLUS OFFICE SUPPLIES 010.4120.5201 16.40- 70.42
104384 02/01/02 058344 MOSS, LEVY, & HARTZHEIM AUDIT SERVICES 010.4120.5303 950.00 950.00
104385 02/01/02 060642 NAT'L NOTARY ASSOC. NNA MEMBERSHIP-WEICHINGER 010.4301.5503 34.00 34.00
104386 02/01/02 060918 NAT'L TACTICAL OFF.ASSN NAT'L TACTICAL MEMBER-ALLEN 010.4201. 5503 35.00 35.00
104387 02/01/02 101750 OFFICEMAX CREDIT PLAN OFFICE SUPPLIES 010.4211.5201 28.82 28.82
104388 02/01/02 063960 PACIFIC BELL 271-2713 010.4145.5403 296.72
104388 02/01/02 063960 PACIFIC BELL FAX 473-0386 010.4145.5403 43.01
104388 02/01/02 063960 PACIFIC BELL ALARM 473-1935 640.4710.5403 29.90
104388 02/01/02 063960 PACIFIC BELL ALARM 473-2041 010.4145.5403 14.80
104388 02/01/02 063960 PACIFIC BELL 473-2198 010.4145.5403 162.12
104388 02/01/02 063960 PACIFIC BELL 473-5100 010.4145.5403 660.27
104388 02/01/02 063960 PACIFIC BELL 473-5141 010.4145.5403 318.13
104388 02/01/02 063960 PACIFIC BELL PHONE 5400 010.4145.5403 1,378.42
104388 02/01/02 063960 PACIFIC BELL 481-6944 010.4201. 5403 112.36
104388 02/01/02 063960 PACIFIC BELL 271-7480 010.4201.5403 64.82
104388 02/01/02 063960 PACIFIC BELL 267-8633 010.4145.5403 97.48
104388 02/01/02 063960 PACIFIC BELL 489-2174 010.4201. 5403 30.46
104388 02/01/02 063960 PACIFIC BELL 489-9867 010.4201.5403 107.95 3,316.44
104389 02/01/02 064308 PAPER DIRECT,INC. CERT.JACKET 010.4001.5201 209.84 209.84
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VOUCHER/
CHECK CHECK VENDOR VENDOR ITEM ACCOUNT ITEM CHECK
NUMBER DATE NUMBER NAME DESCRIPTION NUMBER AMOUNT AMOUNT
104390 02/01/02 066320 PIONEER EQUIPMENT CO. REPR.PARTS FOR DOOR-PW 9 010.4420.5603 139.43 139.43
104391 02/01/02 066924 PLAQUE SHAQUE PLAQUES-VOLUNTEER BANQUET 010.4424.5252 115.56 115.56
104392 02/01/02 068200 PMX EMS JACKETS 010.4211. 5206 417.14 417.14
104393 02/01/02 068562 PRYOR INDUSTRIES,INC. REPR.CABINET DRAWERS/DOORS 010.4201.5604 492.30 492.30
104394 02/01/02 069014 R & B AUTO BODY REPR. CAB DOOR 010.4420.5603 1,117.50 1,117.50
104395 02/01/02 102719 ROSENOW SPEVACEK GROUP, RDA CONSULTING SVCS-DEC 284.4103.5303 881. 25 881.25
104396 02/01/02 102816 RUTAN & TUCKER,LLP PROF. LEGAL SVCS-GENERAL PLAN 010.4003.5327 3,092 .17 3,092.17
104397 02/01/02 069496 RXLASER W2/1099 PAPER/ENVELOPES 010.4120.5201 555.39 555.39
104398 02/01/02 072638 S & L SAFETY PRODUCTS SHOP TOWELS/WIPES 010.4213 .5604 281. 93 281. 93
104399 02/01/02 075130 SAN LUIS OBISPO CNTY.NE DISPLAY AD 010.4211.5504 144.00 144.00
104400 02/01/02 076830 SANTA MARIA TIRE INC. 4 TIRES 010.4211.5601 886.71 886.71
104401 02/01/02 078156 SEBASTIAN OIL DISTRIB. DIESEL FUEL 010.4211.5608 86.63
104401 02/01/02 078156 SEBASTIAN OIL DISTRIB. GASOLINE 010.4201.5608 915.48 1,002.11
104402 02/01/02 102424 SIRCHIE FINGERPRINT LAB FINDER PACKETS 010.4201.5255 47.88 47.88
104403 02/01/02 101039 SLO CNTY FIRE DEPARTMEN REGIS-FIRE COMMAND 1B-STEFFAN 010.4211.5501 90.00 90.00
104404 02/01/02 080886 SOUTHERN AUTO SUPPLY BELT 010.4211. 5601 105.32
104404 02/01/02 080886 SOUTHERN AUTO SUPPLY ANTI SIEZE 010.4211.5601 54.03
104404 02/01/02 080886 SOUTHERN AUTO SUPPLY FLEET OIL 010.4201.5601 43.76
104404 02/01/02 080886 SOUTHERN AUTO SUPPLY FLASHERS 010.4305.5601 3.39
104404 02/01/02 080886 SOUTHERN AUTO SUPPLY FLASHER 010.4420.5601 24.21 230.71
104405 02/01/02 101976 SPARKLE JANITORIAL & MA REPR.WATER DAMAGE-SLOG.DEPT 010.4213.6401 200.00 200.00
104406 02/01/02 082040 STAPLES OFFICE SUPPLIES 010.4201.5201 169.65
104406 02/01/02 082040 STAPLES OFFICE SUPPLIES 010.4201.5201 9.05 178.70
104407 02/01/02 082134 STATEWIDE SAFETY & SIGN SIGNS 010.4420.5605 12.73
104407 02/01/02 082134 STATEWIDE SAFETY & SIGN STREET NAME SIGNS 220.4303.5613 445.09
104407 02/01/02 082134 STATEWIDE SAFETY & SIGN CONES/TAPE/STREET SIGNS 220.4303.5613 270.26
104407 02/01/02 082134 STATEWIDE SAFETY & SIGN U-CLAMPS 220.4303.5613 287.43
104407 02/01/02 082134 STATEWIDE SAFETY & SIGN BANNER MARKERS/POSTS 220.4303.5613 113.95 1,129.46
104408 02/01/02 102376 MICHELE STEARNS REIMB.CROSSING GUARD MEETING 010.4201.5501 69.76 69.76
104409 02/01/02 082836 STREATOR PIPE & SUPPLY HAWS PARTS 010.4420.5605 101.85 101.85
104410 02/01/02 083226 SUNSET NORTH CAR WASH CAR WASHES 010.4201.5601 40.63
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VOUCHER/
CHECK CHECK VENDOR VENDOR ITEM ACCOUNT ITEM CHECK
NUMBER DATE NUMBER NAME DESCRIPTION NUMBER AMOUNT AMOUNT
104410 02/01/02 083226 SUNSET NORTH CAR WASH CAR WASHES 220.4303.5601 30.51
104410 02/01/02 083226 SUNSET NORTH CAR WASH CAR WASHES 010.4301.5601 22.02
104410 02/01/02 083226 SUNSET NORTH CAR WASH CAR WASHES 010.4201. 5601 76.24
104410 02/01/02 083226 SUNSET NORTH CAR WASH CAR WASHES 220.4303.5601 23.71
104410 02/01/02 083226 SUNSET NORTH CAR WASH CAR WASHES 640.4712.5601 11.86
104410 02/01/02 083226 SUNSET NORTH CAR WASH CAR WASHES 010.4305.5601 11.86 216.83
104411 02/01/02 083382 SUPERIOR QUALITY COPIER TONER CARTRIDGES 010.4201.5201 203.67 203.67
104412 02/01/02 100253 FRED SWEENEY FF AWARDS DINNERS 010.4211. 5255 1,352.00 1,352.00
104413 02/01/02 102812 SYMBOL TECHNOLOGIES,INC POWER SUPPLIES 010.4201. 5603 42.02 42.02
104414 02/01/02 084084 TAYLOR'S TUNE~UP SHOP TUNE-UP 010.4201.5601 119.24 119.24
104415 02/01/02 102785 TEMPLETON UNIFORMS SHIRTS/PANTS 010.4211. 5272 909.50
104415 02/01/02 102785 TEMPLETON UNIFORMS JACKET-MCBRIDE 010.4201.5255 150.14 1,059.64
104416 02/01/02 102244 TITAN INDUSTRIAL FIRST AID SUPPLIES/GLOVES 612.4610.5255 102.51
104416 02/01/02 102244 TITAN INDUSTRIAL FIRST AID SUPPLIES/GLOVES 640.4712.5255 102.51
104416 02/01/02 102244 TITAN INDUSTRIAL FIRST AID SUPPLIES/GLOVES 220.4303.5255 43.79
104416 02/01/02 102244 TITAN INDUSTRIAL PAIN ZAPPERS 220.4303.5255 9.46
104416 02/01/02 102244 TITAN INDUSTRIAL RUBBER BOOTS 640.4 712.5255 17.38
104416 02/01/02 102244 TITAN INDUSTRIAL RUBBER BOOTS 612.4610.5255 17 .37
104416 02/01/02 102244 TITAN INDUSTRIAL CR: SAW BLADES 220.4303.5255 19.27-
104416 02/01/02 102244 TITAN INDUSTRIAL SHOP NAVY COAT 010.4201. 5255 35.61 309.36
104417 02/01/02 085644 TOSTE GRADING & PAVING TACK OIL 220.4303.5613 135.00 135.00
104418 02/01/02 088062 UNION ASPHALT INC COLD MIX 220.4303.5613 467.55 467.55
104419 02/01/02 087672 UNITED RENTALS RENTAL- KUBOTA TRACTOR 010.4430.5552 720.07 720.07
104420 02/01/02 100224 UNITED STATES POSTMASTE POSTAGE~CITY NEWSLETTER 010.4002.5504 1,017.44 1,017 .44
104421 02/01/02 102007 VERIZON WIRELESS CELL PHONE-PORTABLE 010.4211.5403 16.77
104421 02/01/02 102007 VERIZON WIRELESS CELL PHONES-PD PATROL CARS 010.4201.5403 322.71
104421 02/01/02 102007 VERIZON WIRELESS DEC. CELL PHONES 010.4201.5403 328.87 668.35
104422 02/01/02 101866 VERIZON WIRELESS MESSAG PAGER SERVICES 010.4211. 5403 63.74
104422 02/01/02 101866 VERIZON WIRELESS MESSAG PAGER SERVICES 010.4212.5403 10.50 74.24
104423 02/01/02 090480 WAYNE'S TIRE TRAILER TIRES-PW30 220.4303.5603 255.56
104423 02/01/02 090480 WAYNE'S TIRE TIRES-PW41 220.4303.5601 520.74
104423 02/01/02 090480 WAYNE'S TIRE ROTATE TIRES 220.4303.5601 85.00 862.30
104424 02/01/02 091026 WEST GROUP PAYMENT CTR. CA BUSINESS ANNOTATED CODE 010.4201.5255 50.41 50.41
104425 02/01/02 100431 WILLARD PAPER CO PAPER 010.4102.5255 99.63
104425 02/01/02 100431 WILLARD PAPER CO PAPER/CHIPBOARD 010.4102.5255 211.62
104425 02/01/02 100431 WILLARD PAPER CO PAPER 010.4102.5255 402.19 713.44
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FOR PERIOD 21
VOUCHER/
CHECK CHECK VENDOR VENDOR ITEM ACCOUNT ITEM CHECK
NUMBER DATE NUMBER NAME DESCRIPTION NUMBER AMOUNT AMOUNT
104426 02/01/02 093210 WORKRITE PANTS-STEFFAN(HE REIMB.CITY) 010.4211. 5272 262.S3 262.S3
104427 02/01/02 102162 WULFING'S BACKGROUND & PRE-EMPLOYMENT POLYGRAPH 010.4201.5303 135.00 135.00
TOTAL CHECKS 5S,631.11
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FOR PERIOD 21
FUND TITLE AMOUNT
010 GENERAL FUND 52,107.16
220 STREETS FUND 4,473.53
284 REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY FUND 881.25
612 SEWER FUND 270.64
640 WATER FUND 898.53
TOTAL 58,631.11
ATTACH!1ENT 3
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VOUCHER!
CHECK CHECK VENDOR VENDOR ITEM ACCOUNT ITEM CHECK
NUMBER DATE NUMBER NAME DESCRIPTION NUMBER AMOUNT AMOUNT
104428 02/08/02 100897 AMERICAN TEMPS STRASSER aveS-t/26 010.4421. 5303 483.20 483.20
104429 02/08/02 102509 API WASTE SERVICES Rio BIN-DUMP/RETURN aves. 010.4213.6401 375.00 375.00
104430 02/08/02 101044 CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE REIMB.MEETING SUPPLIES 010.4101. 5319 13.99
104430 02/08/02 101044 CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE REIMB.MILEAGE 010.4101.5501 39.33
104430 02/08/02 101044 CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE FILM DEVELOPED 010.4301.5255 5.34
104430 02/08/02 101044 CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE OFFICE SUPPLIES 010.4130.5201 19.14
104430 02/08/02 101044 CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE OFFICE SUPPLIES 010.4120.5201 16.04
104430 02/08/02 101044 CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE LUNCHEON SUPPLIES 010.4301. 5503 30.00
104430 02/08/02 101044 CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE REF. TAXI COUPON-BENNETT 225.0000.4777 40.00
104430 02/08/02 101044 CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE REIMB.MILEAGE-CALL OUT 612.4610.5501 17.25
104430 02/08/02 101044 CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE OFFICE SUPPLIES 010.4120.5201 52.39
104430 02/08/02 101044 CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE ICE 010.4001. 5201 1. 28
104430 02/08/02 101044 CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE MEETING SUPPLIES 010.4001.5504 12.87
104430 02/08/02 101044 CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE SUPPLIES 010.4001.5201 2.13
104430 02/08/02 101044 CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE CSMFO MEETING 010.4120.5501 15.01
104430 02/08/02 101044 CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE KITCHEN SUPPLIES 010.4101. 5201 9.99
104430 02/08/02 101044 CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE BROWNLINE 010.4130.5201 12.84
104430 02/08/02 101044 CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE MEETING SUPPLIES 010.4301. 5503 30.00
104430 02/08/02 101044 CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE OFFICE SUPPLIES 010.4120.5201 5.31
104430 02/08/02 101044 CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE MEETING SUPPLIES 010.4301.5201 4.24
104430 02/08/02 101044 CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE MEETING SUPPLIES 010.4301.5503 15.00
104430 02/08/02 101044 CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE VIDEO REPRODUCTION 010.4130.5201 26.55
104430 02/08/02 101044 CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE CITY MANAGER MEETING 010.4101.5501 13.00
104430 02/08/02 101044 CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE CHAMBER MEETING SUPPLIES 010.4120.5503 10.00
104430 02/08/02 101044 CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE CHAMBER MEETING SUPPLIES 010.4130.5201 10.00
104430 02/08/02 101044 CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE MEETING SUPPLIES 010.4101.5501 30.00
104430 02/08/02 101044 CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE MEETING SUPPLIES 010.4002.5501 10.00
104430 02/08/02 101044 CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE POSTAGE DUE 010.4145.5201 .11
104430 02/08/02 101044 CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE MEETING SUPPLIES 010.4301.5201 10.00
104430 02/08/02 101044 CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE REIMB.MILEAGE 010.4301. 5255 6.18
104430 02/08/02 101044 CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE MEETING SUPPLIES 284.4103.5505 10.00
104430 02/08/02 101044 CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE MEETING SUPPLIES 010.4301.5201 10.75
104430 02/08/02 101044 CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE CASH SHORT 010.0000.4801 5.00 483.74
104431 02/08/02 009750 BRENDA BARROW POPCORN POPPER 010.4425.5255 16.04
104431 02/08/02 009750 BRENDA BARROW EASTER EVENT SUPPLIES 010.4424.5252 32.28 48.32
104432 02/08/02 012168 BOXX EXPRESS SHIPPING CHARGES 010.4211.5201 14.72 14.72
104433 02/08/02 013026 BRISCO MILL & LUMBER LUMBER 640.4712.5610 9.01
104433 02/08/02 013026 BRISCO MILL & LUMBER FLOAT 220.4303.5273 85.76 94.77
104434 02/08/02 013834 BURTON'S FIRE APPARATUS CAP 010.4211.5601 42.61 42.61
104435 02/08/02 102822 CACE CODE ENFORCEMENT WORKSHOP 010.4212.5501 230.00 230.00
104436 02/08/02 101550 CCCICBO CCCICBO DUES-SCHMIDT 010.4212.5503 60.00 60.00
104437 02/08/02 021918 CENTRAL COAST SUPPLY MOP HOLDER 010.4213.5604 53.09
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VOUCHER/
CHECK CHECK VENDOR VENDOR ITEM ACCOUNT ITEM CHECK
NUMBER DATE NUMBER NAME DESCRIPTION NUMBER AMOUNT AMOUNT
104437 02/08/02 021918 CENTRAL COAST SUPPLY BLDG MAINT.SUPPLIES 010.4213.5604 292.47 345.56
104438 02/08/02 022632 CHAPARRAL COPIER STAPLES 010.4421.5602 94.00 94.00
104439 02/08/02 023984 COAST CLUTCH & BRAKE SU DRUMS/BRAKE KITS 010.4211. 5601 496.58 496.58
104440 02/08/02 025428 CONSOLIDATED ELECTRICAL FLOUR LAMP-AGPD 010.4213.5604 157.01 157.01
104441 02/08/02 102819 CONTINENTAL CHEMlCAL,IN DEGREASER 220.4303.5603 447.89 447.89
104442 02/08/02 102820 COPELAND'S SPORTS BASKETBALLS-YOUTH B/BALL 010.4426.6201 204.08 204.08
104443 02/08/02 028548 DAYSTAR INDUSTRIES STREET SWEEPING 612.4610.5303 6,076.00 6,076.00
104444 02/08/02 029484 DIESELRO INC. SVC-PW 52 PTO 640.4712.5601 200.00
104444 02/08/02 029484 DIESELRO INC. SVC-PW 52 PTO 640.4712.5603 291.20 491.20
104445 02/08/02 102485 DLT SOLUTIONS, INC. CAD OVERLAY 2002 SUBSCRIPTION 010.4303.6001 1,111.36 1,111.36
104446 02/08/02 033702 TERENCE FIBICH REIMB.DIXON MEETING/TOLL BRIDG 010~4211.5501 22.00 22.00
104447 02/08/02 035802 FRANK'S LOCK & KEY INC DUP.KEYS 010.4420.5605 35.90 35.90
104448 02/08/02 036738 GALL'S INC BRASS NAME TAGS 010.4211.5272 59.83 59.83
104449 02/08/02 101604 BARBIE GARY REIMB.SUPPLY-GARY 010.4425.5255 59.77
104449 02/08/02 101604 BARBIE GARY REIMB'.TRAVEL-GARY 010.4425.5303 39.36
104449 02/08/02 101604 BARBIE GARY REIMB.SNACK SUPPLIES-GARY 010.4425.5259 7.51 106.64
104450 02/08/02 102818 GLOBAL LOCKOUT CABINET 220.4303.5255 150.43 150.43
104451 02/08/02 039312 CITY OF GROVER BEACH DEC/JAN SEWER SVCS 612.0000.4751 40.58 40.58
104452 02/08/02 101088 HANSON AGGREGATES ASPHALT 220.4303.5613 229.91
104452 02/08/02 101088 HANSON AGGREGATES ASPHALT 220.4303.5613 232.15
104452 02/08/02 101088 HANSON AGGREGATES ASPHALT 220.4303.5613 232.52
104452 02/08/02 101088 HANSON AGGREGATES ASPHALT 220.4303.5613 231. 77
104452 02/08/02 101088 HANSON AGGREGATES ASPHALT 220.4303.5613 231.03 1,157.38
104453 02/08/02 044496 INFORMATION SERVICES DAS SVCS-WEEKS 51 & 52 010.4140.5303 2,961.60
104453 02/08/02 044496 INFORMATION SERVICES DATA COMM.SUPPORT-B.DAVIS 010.4140.5303 256.00 3,217.60
104454 02/08/02 046176 J JIS FOOD COMPANY CMC CREW SUPPLIES 220.4303.5613 46.7B 46.78
104455 02/08/02 102653 KC'S CLEANING JAN 2002 CLEANING SVCS 010.4213.5303 375.00 375.00
104456 02/08/02 102821 SANDY LEMUS REF.5C B/BALL-KEVIN LEMUS 010.0000.4613 45.00 45.00
104457 02/08/02 053118 LUCIA MAR UN.SCH.DIST. CUSTODIAL CHARGES-PAULDING 010.4426.5553 290.13
104457 02/08/02 053118 LUCIA MAR UN.SCH.DIST. CUSTODIAL CHARGES-JUDKINS B/BA 010.4426.5553 278.52
104457 02/08/02 053118 LUCIA MAR UN.SCH.DIST. CUSTODIAL CHARGES-MESA VIEW 010.4426.5553 522.23
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VOUCHER/
CHECK CHECK VENDOR VENDOR ITEM ACCOUNT ITEM CHECK
NUMBER DATE NUMBER NAME DESCRIPTION NUMBER AMOUNT AMOUNT
104457 02/08/02 053118 LUCIA MAR UN.SCH.DIST. BUS TRANSPORATION-DEC 010.4425.5303 165.30 1,256.18
104458 02/08/02 102049 MICHL GAUGE SALES & SVC SVC-BACKFLOW TESTER 640.4712.5603 74.82 74.82
104459 02/08/02 056628 MID STATE BANK-MASTERCA GASOLINE 010.4201. 5608 57.89
104459 02/08/02 056628 MID STATE BANK-MASTERCA TRAVEL/TRAINING EXPENSES 010.4201.5501 1,259.33
104459 02/08/02 056628 MID STATE BANK-MASTERCA IACP MEMBERSHIP-CHIEF 010.4201.5503 100.00
104459 02/08/02 056628 MID STATE BANK-MASTERCA STAND BENCH 010.4201.5603 21.54 1,438.76
104460 02/08/02 057096 MINER'S ACE HARDWARE BLADES/TROWL/EDGER 220.4303.5255 73.07
104460 02/08/02 057096 MINER'S ACE HARDWARE WIRE CONNECTORS 640.4712.5610 4.28
104460 02/08/02 057096 MINER'S ACE HARDWARE WIRE BRUSHES 220.4303.5255 27.86
104460 02/08/02 057096 MINER'S ACE HARDWARE PAINTING SUPPLIES 010.4213.5604 64.70
104460 02/08/02 057096 MINER'S ACE HARDWARE PLIERS 010.4213.5604 11.52
104460 02/08/02 057096 MINER'S ACE HARDWARE SCREWS 220.4303.5613 31. 70
104460 02/08/02 057096 MINER'S ACE HARDWARE C BATTERY 612.4610.5255 8.03
104460 02/08/02 057096 MINER'S ACE HARDWARE AAA BATTERIES 220.4303.5255 13.92
104460 02/08/02 057096 MINER'S ACE HARDWARE EXTENSION 010.4420.5605 13.93
104460 02/08/02 057096 MINER'S ACE HARDWARE BOLTS/WASHERS 612.4610.5603 10.70
104460 02/08/02 057096 MINER'S ACE HARDWARE PAINT 640.4712.5610 8.56
104460 02/08/02 057096 MINER'S ACE HARDWARE SPRAY LUBE/SCREWS 010.4211. 5601 16.31
104460 02/08/02 057096 MINER'S ACE HARDWARE BOLTS 640.4712.5610 2.11
104460 02/08/02 057096 MINER'S ACE HARDWARE BULBS/CLEANING PADS 640.4712.5604 12.59
104460 02/08/02 057096 MINER'S ACE HARDWARE WALL THERMOMETER/GLUE 010.4420.5605 10.70 309.98
104461 02/08/02 062712 ORCHARD SUPPLY HARDWARE GRINDER/CASE 220.4303.5273 64.34
104461 02/08/02 062712 ORCHARD SUPPLY HARDWARE GAS CAN 640.4712.5273 38.60 102.94
104462 02/08/02 063960 PACIFIC BELL MIS DATALINE 473-0379 010.4140.5303 104.57
104462 02/08/02 063960 PACIFIC BELL CIRCUITS 1 & 2 371-6547 010.4140.5303 372.70
104462 02/08/02 063960 PACIFIC BELL CIRCUITS 1 & 2 371-6547 010.4140.5303 372 .35 849.62
104463 02/08/02 064194 PACIFIC GAS & ELECTRIC ELECTRIC 010.4304.5402 137.17
104463 02/08/02 064194 PACIFIC GAS & ELECTRIC ELECTRIC-5/02/01-1/23/02 010.4304.5402 853.41
104463 02/08/02 064194 PACIFIC GAS & ELECTRIC ELECTRIC 010.4304.5402 2,047.34
104463 02/08/02 064194 PACIFIC GAS & ELECTRIC ELECTRIC 640.4712.5402 407.10
104463 02/08/02 064194 PACIFIC GAS & ELECTRIC ELECTRIC 640.4711.5402 2,189.08
104463 02/08/02 064194 PACIFIC GAS & ELECTRIC ELECTRIC 612.4610.5402 1,188.22
104463 02/08/02 064194 PACIFIC GAS & ELECTRIC ELECTRIC 010.4145.5401 5,801. 78
104463 02/08/02 064194 PACIFIC GAS & ELECTRIC CR:O/PAY ADDED TO SUM.BILL-ELE 010.4145.5401 146.55- 12,477.55
104464 02/08/02 066924 PLAQUE SHAQUE PLAQUES/ENGRAVING 010.4211.5255 137.16 137.16
104465 02/08/02 067782 DENNIS PORTE puppy PLAY SCHOOL CLASSES 010.4424.5351 1,088.50 1,088.50
104466 02/08/02 102673 PULITZER 111847 AMENDMENT 01-003 010.4130.5301 72.00
104466 02/08/02 102673 PULITZER 111848 VARIANCE 01-005 010.4130.5301 81.00 153.00
104467 02/08/02 102547 RICOH LEASING COPIER PROPERTY TAX REIMB 010.4421.5602 141.25 141.25
104468 02/08/02 100210 JIM RITTERBUSH REIMB.MEETINGS-RITTERBUSH 010.4211.5501 18.00 18.00
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VOUCHER/
CHECK CHECK VENDOR VENDOR ITEM ACCOUNT ITEM CHECK
NUMBER DATE NUMBER NAME DESCRIPTION NUMBER AMOUNT AMOUNT
104469 02/08/02 100246 SHERATON ROOM RESV-LYNDA SNODGRASS 010.4120.5501 448.64 448.64
104470 02/08/02 100271 LYNDA SNODGRASS CSMFO CONFERENCE-SNODGRASS 010.4120.5501 20.00 20.00
104471 02/08/02 081120 SO CALIF MUNI ATHL FED SCMAF DUES-PERRIN 010.4424.5257 50.00 50.00
104472 02/08/02 080886 SOUTHERN AUTO SUPPLY TIRE SVC.GAUGE 010.4211.5601 35.24
104472 02/08/02 080886 SOUTHERN AUTO SUPPLY SHOP TOWELS 010.4211.5255 17.49
104472 02/08/02 080886 SOUTHERN AUTO SUPPLY PARTS 010.4211.5601 73.33
104472 02/08/02 080886 SOUTHERN AUTO SUPPLY HOSE 010.4211. 5601 48.78 174.84
104473 02/08/02 102718 ROB STRONG REIMB.BLUE PRINTS-GRAND AVE 010.4130.5318 345.88 345.88
104474 02/08/02 102244 TITAN INDUSTRIAL CUT OFF SAW BLADES 640.4712.5255 31. 02 31. 02
104475 02/08/02 088084 UNITED GREEN MARK,INC. SPRINKLER PARTS 010.4420.5605 115.50
104475 02/08/02 088084 UNITED GREEN MARK, INC. SPRINKLER PARTS 010.4430.5605 65.97 181.47
104476 02/08/02 102823 DEANNA WILBANKS REF.WTR DEP-261 SPRUCE#C 640.0000.2302 180.00
104476 02/08/02 102823 DEANNA WILBANKS CLOSING BILL-261 SPRUCE#C 640.0000.4751 11.33-
104476 02/08/02 102823 DEANNA WILBANKS PREVIOUS BALANCE-261 SPRUCE#C 640.0000.4751 74.38- 94.29
TOTAL CHECKS 35,907.08
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FUND TITLE AMOUNT
010 GENERAL FUND 23,054.51
220 STREETS FUND 2,099.13
225 TRANSPORTATION FUND 40.00
284 REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY FUND 10.00
612 SEWER FUND 7,340.78
640 WATER FUND 3,362.66
TOTAL 35,907.08
ATTACHHENT 4
CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE
DEPARTMENTAL LABOR DISTRIBUTION
PAY PERIOD 1/18/02 TO 1/31/02
02/08/02
246,978.85 Salaries Full time 161,519.97
13,498.99 Salaries Part-Time 30,067.55
5,137.37 Salaries Over-Time 7,296.06
4,432.47 Holiday Pay 5,515.39
10,874.18 Sick Pay 3,963.58
280,921.86 Annual Leave Pay
Vacation Buyback
Sick Leave Buyback
Vacation Pay 1,072.77
Comp Pay 4,645.22
Annual Leave Pay 918.14
PERS Retirement 16,412.23
Social Security 15,568.04
PARS Retirement 231.65
State Disability Ins. 713.06
Health Insurance 26,709.44
Dental Insurance 3,874.47
Vision Insurance 844.49
Life Insurance 569.80
Long Term Disability
Uniform Allowance
Car Allowance 400.00
Council Expense 375.00
Employee Assistance
Boot Allowance 125.00
Motor Pay 100.00
Total: 280,921.86
ATTACH/1ENT 5
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VOUCHER!
CHECK CHECK VENDOR VENDOR ITEM ACCOUNT ITEM CHECK
NUMBER DATE NUMBER NAME DESCRIPTION NUMBER AMOUNT AMOUNT
466 02/07;02 005616 CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE G.A.REIMB.lf31/02 P/R 011.0000.1015 208,947.69 208,947.69
467 02/08/02 101589 CALPERS FEB 2002 MEDICAL CALPERS Oll.0000.2109 50,846.32 50,846.32
104489 02/15/02 000234 A & R WELDING SUPPLY OXY & ACETYLENE GASES 010.4305.5303 14.00 14.00
104490 02/15/02 100897 AMERICAN TEMPS STRASSER SVCS TO 2/01/02 010.4421. 5303 604.00 604.00
104491 02/15/02 004914 APEX SHARPENING WORKS BAR/CHAIN FOR POWER PRUNER 010.4420.5603 33.52
104491 02/15/02 004914 APEX SHARPENING WORKS EDGER BLADES/CYCLE OIL 010.4430.5605 23.27 56.79
104492 02/15/02 102509 API WASTE SERVICES R/O BIN-DUMP/RETURN SVCS. 010.4213.6401 375.00
104492 02/15/02 102509 API WASTE SERVICES R/O BIN-DUMP/RETURN SVCS. 010.4213.6401 375.00 750.00
104493 02/15/02 010062 BAUER COMPRESSORS,INC. CURVED VISOR REPLACEMENT KIT 010.4211.5601 95.47 95.47
104494 02/15/02 101987 BERNARD'S H.D. SPECIALT 983 LUBE/OIL/FILTER/VALVES 010.4201. 5601 494.05 494.05
104495 02/15/02 101431 BURDINE PRINTING PRINTING/BUNDLING NEWSLETTER 010.4002.5504 1,959.62 1,959.62
104496 02/15/02 013806 BURKE AND PACE OF AG LUMBER 640.4712.5604 130.31
104496 02/15/02 013806 BURKE AND PACE OF AG LUMBER 640.4712.5604 51. 51
104496 02/15/02 013806 BURKE AND PACE OF AG LUMBER-FLOOR REPAIR 010.4213.5604 96.90
104496 02/15/02 013806 BURKE AND PACE OF AG LUMBER 010.4420.5605 43.32
104496 02/15/02 013806 BURKE AND PACE OF AG BACKFLOW BOX 010.4420.5605 16.28
104496 02/15/02 013806 BURKE AND PACE OF AG LUMBER 010.4430.5605 6.26 344.58
104497 02/15/02 013834 BURTON'S FIRE APPARATUS FUEL SENDER/GAUGE 010.4211. 5601 124.02
104497 02/15/02 013834 BURTON'S FIRE APPARATUS AUTO LUBE REPAIR 010.4211.5601 113.20
104497 02/15/02 013834 BURTON'S FIRE APPARATUS ROCKER SWITCH 010.4211.5603 37.85 275.07
104498 02/15/02 021940 C.COAST TAXI CAB SERVIC TAXI SVC TO 1/31/02 225.4553.5507 1,542.75 1,542.75
104499 02/15/02 102822 CAeE REGIS-CROCKETT CODE ENFORCEMEN 010.4130.5501 115.00 115.00
104500 02/15/02 102256 CALIFORNIA DOWNTOWN ASS CDA MEMBERSHIP-SHEELEY 284.4103.5503 200.00 200.00
104501 02/15/02 101582 eCUG CCUG MEMBERSHIP-HOLT 010.4201.5503 50.00 50.00
104502 02/15/02 102652 CENTRAL COAST GASES OXYGEN/ACETYLENE 010.4305.5303 52.49 52.49
104503 02/15/02 102827 CENTRAL COAST PERSONNEL CCPA MEMBERSHIP-CITY OF ARROYO 010.4101. 5503 50.00 50.00
104504 02/15/02 021918 CENTRAL COAST SUPPLY DEO BLOCKS 010.4420.5605 16.09
104504 02/15/02 021918 CENTRAL COAST SUPPLY EXAM GLOVES 010.4420.5605 25.74 41.83
104505 02/15/02 102828 CHARTER COMMUNICATIONS OAK PK BLVD#PW2000-1 350.5609.7001 6,500.00 6,500.00
104506 02/15/02 023088 CHERRY LANE NURSERY WEED & FEED 010.4420.5274 31. 09
104506 02/15/02 023088 CHERRY LANE NURSERY ECONO LODGE REPLANT 010.4420.5605 147.87
104506 02/15/02 023088 CHERRY LANE NURSERY ECONO LODGE REPLANT 010.4420.5605 22.48
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VOUCHER/
CHECK CHECK VENDOR VENDOR ITEM ACCOUNT ITEM CHECK
NUMBER DATE NUMBER NAME DESCRIPTION NUMBER AMOUNT AMOUNT
104506 02/15/02 023088 CHERRY LANE NURSERY ECONO LODGE REPLANT 010.4420.5605 43.66
104506 02/15/02 023088 CHERRY LANE NURSERY GOPHER GETTER 010.4420.5274 8.57
104506 02/15/02 023088 CHERRY LANE NURSERY COAST LIVE OAK 010.4420.5308 63.12 316.79
104507 02/15/02 102386 CHIEF SUPPLY BOOTS/T-SHIRTS 010.4211.5272 26.03 26.03
104508 02/15/02 023322 CHRISTIANSON CHEVROLET REPR. HOSE LEAK 220.4303.5601 184.59
104508 02/15/02 023322 CHRISTIANSON CHEVROLET CREDIT ON STATEMENT 220.4303.5601 7.80- 176.79
104509 02/15/02 026832 CUESTA EQUIPMENT CO STEEL TOE RUBBER BOOTS 220.4303.5255 16.00
104509 02/15/02 026832 CUESTA EQUIPMENT CO PICKS/TWEEZERS 220.4303.5273 11.89
104509 02/15/02 026832 CUESTA EQUIPMENT CO SALE TABLE 010.4420.5605 10.73
104509 02/15/02 026832 CUESTA EQUIPMENT CO TUBE CUTTER/WRENCH 010.4420.5273 74.60
104509 02/15/02 026832 CUESTA EQUIPMENT CO PORTABLE CUT OFF SAW 220.4303.5273 249.28
104509 02/15/02 026832 CUESTA EQUIPMENT CO STORAGE CANINET/TRAY 220.4303.5255 21.35
104509 02/15/02 026832 CUESTA EQUIPMENT CO FIRE HOSE 640.4712.5610 187.26 571.11
104510 02/15/02 101369 KIMBERELY DEBLAUW REIMB.TUITION/BOOKS-DEBLAUW 010.4201..5502 80.75 80.75
104511 02/15/02 029484 DIESELRO INC. 944 HONDA GENERATOR SET 010.4201.5601 235.91 235.91
104512 02/15/02 030186 DRIVERS LICENSE GUIDE C 2002 ID CHECKING GUIDE 010.4201.5255 26.75 26.75
104513 02/15/02 102574 EARTHLINK,INC INTERNET SVC-FEB 20 010.4201.5607 41. 90 41. 90
104514 02/15/02 102396 ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY HOME REPR.SPENCER THOMAS 250.4800.8005 2,470.78
104514 02/15/02 102396 ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY HOME REPR. COLLEEN LONG 250.4800.8005 589.10 3,059.88
104515 02/15/02 101379 FERGUSON ENTERPRISES,IN AIR/VAC.REPLACEMENT PARTS 640.4712.5610 1,628.06
104515 02/15/02 101379 FERGUSON ENTERPRISES, IN MOVEMENT LIDS 220.4303.5613 195.73 1,823.79
104516 02/15/02 102084 FIRE SERVICE SPECIFICAT RESCUE GUIDE 010.4211.5255 147.66 147.66
104517 02/15/02 035218 FORMS 2020 INC. W2 PAPER/ENVELOPES 010.4120.5201 115.81 115.81
104518 02/15/02 035802 FRANK'S LOCK & KEY INC 993 KEY RINGS/TAGS 010.4201.5601 66.28 66.28
104519 02/15/02 038376 GRAND AUTO PARTS OIL FILTER 220.4303.5603 4.86 4.86
104520 02/15/02 101088 HANSON AGGREGATES ASPHALT 220.4303.5613 224.37
104520 02/15/02 101088 HANSON AGGREGATES ASPHALT 220.4303.5613 228.41
104520 02/15/02 101088 HANSON AGGREGATES ASPHALT 220.4303.5613 370.83
104520 02/15/02 101088 HANSON AGGREGATES ASPHALT 220.4303.5613 223.24 1,046.85
104521 02/15/02 102357 CRAIG HENDRICKS REIMB.TUITION/BOOKS-HENDRICKS 010.4201.5502 1,141.98 1,141.98
104522 02/15/02 042862 HONEYWELL, INC. CC INDOOR BLOWER REPAIR 010.4213.6401 313 .25 313 .25
104523 02/15/02 044496 INFORMATION SERVICES DAS SVCS 1/1-1/11 010.4140.5303 1,480.80 1,480.80
104524 02/15/02 045708 INTOXIMETERS, INC. DRY GAS 010.4201.5255 171.65 171. 65
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VOUCHER/
CHECK CHECK VENDOR VENDOR ITEM ACCOUNT ITEM CHECK
NUMeER DATE NUMeER NAME DESCRIPTION NUMeER AMOUNT AMOUNT
104525 02/15/02 046098 J C LANDSCAPING LANDSCAPE MAINT. 010.4420.5303 525.00
104525 02/15/02 046098 J C LANDSCAPING LANDSCAPE MAINT. 217.4460.5356 225.00 750.00
104526 02/15/02 102667 ROSEMARY LOPEZ CHEER & POM CLASS~LOPEZ 010.4424.5351 28.00 28.00
104527 02/15/02 056394 MIDAS MUFFLER & BRAKE 994 REPACK BEARINGS 010.4201. 5601 40.00 40.00
104528 02/15/02 056940 MIER BROS. CONCRETE 640.4712.5610 49.23 49.23
104529 02/15/02 057096 MINER'S ACE HARDWARE PIPE 640.4712.5610 4.28
104529 02/15/02 057096 MINER'S ACE HARDWARE PAINTING SUPPLIES 010.4213.5604 16.13
104529 02/15/02 057096 MINER'S ACE HARDWARE DOOR BUZZER/ELECT.SUPPLIES 010.4211.5603 11.63
104529 02/15/02 057096 MINER'S ACE HARDWARE LIGHTER 010.4211.5603 4.28
104529 02/15/02 057096 MINER'S ACE HARDWARE BULBS/ELECTRICAL SUPPLIES 010.4213.5604 33.22
104529 02/15/02 057096 MINER'S ACE HARDWARE BALLAST/ELECT. SUPPLIES 010.4213.5604 33.07
104529 02/15/02 057096 MINER'S ACE HARDWARE MULTI OUTLET CORD REEL 010.4211.5603 37.53
104529 02/15/02 057096 MINER'S ACE HARDWARE BATHROOM CLEANER/FILTER 010.4211.5255 6.21
104529 02/15/02 057096 MINER'S ACE HARDWARE MEASURE TAPE/FURN.LEG 010.4211.5255 12.82
104529 02/15/02 057096 MINER'S ACE HARDWARE BULBS 010.4213.5604 12.85
104529 02/15/02 057096 MINER'S ACE HARDWARE 9V BATTERIES 010.4420.5605 96.14
104529 02/15/02 057096 MINER'S ACE HARDWARE BALL VALVE/PRUNER SAW 010.4420.5605 21. 96
104529 02/15/02 057096 MINER'S ACE HARDWARE HEATER 010.4213.5604 27.87
104529 02/15/02 057096 MINER'S ACE HARDWARE 9V BATTERIES 010.4420.5605 32.05 350.04
104530 02/15/02 057252 MISSION UNIFORM SERVICE UNIFORMS/MATS/TOWELS 010.4213.6401 105.64
104530 02/15/02 057252 MISSION UNIFORM SERVICE UNIFORMS/MATS/TOWELS 010.4301.5148 13.00
104530 02/15/02 057252 MISSION UNIFORM SERVICE UNIFORMS/MATS/TOWELS 220.4303 _ 5143 169.77
104530 02/15/02 057252 MISSION UNIFORM SERVICE UNIFORMS/MATS/TOWELS 640.4712.5143 78.00
104530 02/15/02 057252 MISSION UNIFORM SERVICE UNIFORMS/MATS/TOWELS 612.4610.5143 42.25
104530 02/15/02 057252 MISSION UNIFORM SERVICE UNIFORMS/MATS/TOWELS 010.4420.5143 255.22
104530 02/15/02 057252 MISSION UNIFORM SERVICE UNIFORMS/MATS/TOWELS 010.4305.5143 90.30
104530 02/15/02 057252 MISSION UNIFORM SERVICE UNIFORMS/MATS/TOWELS 010.4213.6401 27.60
104530 02/15/02 057252 MISSION UNIFORM SERVICE UNIFORMS/MATS/TOWELS 010.4213.6401 28.00
104530 02/15/02 057252 MISSION UNIFORM SERVICE UNIFORMS/MATS/TOWELS 010.4213.6401 45.58 855.36
104531 02/15/02 100256 NEXT DAY SIGNS PUBLIC WORKS BANNER 2002 010.4301.5201 118.52 118.52
104532 02/15/02 102730 NEXTEL COMMUNICATIONS CELL PHONE-FD 010.4211. 5403 109.25
104532 02/15/02 102730 NEXTEL COMMUNICATIONS CELL PHONE-BLOG 010.4212.5403 33.96 143.21
104533 02/15/02 061814 NOBLE SAW, INC. HARD HATS/EAR/EYE PROTECTORS 220.4303.5255 138.19
104533 02/15/02 061814 NOBLE SAW. INC. 20 EYELET WEED EATERS 010.4420.5603 16.52
104533 02/15/02 061814 NOBLE SAW, INC. HARD HATS/WITH EAR/EYE PROTECT 220.4303.5255 85.90
104533 02/15/02 061814 NOBLE SAW. INC. FUEL CAP 220.4303.5603 27.76
104533 02/15/02 061814 NOBLE SAW. INC. 5 CHAINS SHARPENED 010.4420.5603 30.00
104533 02/15/02 061814 NOBLE SAW, INC. DOUBLE GUARDS/BAR OIL/PRUNER 010.4420.5603 36.77 335.14
104534 02/15/02 101750 OFFICEMAX CREDIT PLAN OFFICE SUPPLIES 010.4201. 5201 20.31
104534 02/15/02 101750 OFFICEMAX CREDIT PLAN OFFICE SUPPLIES 010.4201.5201 50.92 71.23
104535 02/15/02 062322 ONE HOUR PHOTO PLUS PRINTING/DEV 220.4303.5613 15.91 15.91
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VOUCHER/
CHECK CHECK VENDOR VENDOR ITEM ACCOUNT ITEM CHECK
NUMBER DATE NUMBER NAME DESCRIPTION NUMBER AMOUNT AMOUNT
104536 02/15/02 102700 PACIFIC DATACOM SYSTEMS FIREWALL-CITY HALL SEVER 010.4140.6101 2,711.83 2,711.83
104537 02/15/02 064194 PACIFIC GAS & ELECTRIC ELECTRIC 010.4304.5402 51.14 51.14
104538 02/15/02 102479 PANDORA & COMPANY CITY PHOTO DOWNLOAD 284.4103.5505 42.00 42.00
104539 02/15/02 066066 PHILLIPS FLOOR COVERING CARPET-ELM STREET 010.4213.6401 1,865.00 1,865.00
104540 02/15/02 067548 POOR RICHARD'S PRESS COPIES-BOOKS 010.4211.5303 80.83
104540 02/15/02 067548 POOR RICHARD'S PRESS TRANSPARENCY OF AG TRAFFIC MOD 010.4301.5201 3.96 84.79
104541 02/15/02 102673 PULITZER NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEAR#111887 010.4002.5301 54.00
104541 02/15/02 102673 PULITZER NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEAR#111888 010.4002.5301 60.00 114.00
104542 02/15/02 068874 PAUL QUINLAN REIMB-1 B CLASS-QUINLAN/WHITNE 010.4211.5501 170.00 170.00
104543 02/15/02 069148 R & T EMBROIDERY,INC EMBROIDERY JACKETS-TAYLOR/PRYO 010.4201.5255 64.99 64.99
104544 02/15/02 100192 SAN LUIS MAILING SVC UTILITY BILL MAILING-JAN 640.4710.5201 1,008.82 1,008.82
104545 02/15/02 075660 SAN LUIS PAINTS PAINT 010.4430.5255 85 09
104545 02/15/02 075660 SAN LUIS PAINTS PAINT 010.4430.5255 96.18 181.27
104546 02/15/02 075816 SAN LUIS POWERHOUSE SVC.STARTING PROBLEM 010.4201.5603 329.25
104546 02/15/02 075816 SAN LUIS POWERHOUSE CUSTOM REBUILT ALTERNATOR 010.4211.5601 209.14 538.39
104547 02/15/02 073164 DAVID SANCHEZ MOTEL EXPENSE-SANCHEZ 010.4201.5255 42.90 42.90
104548 02/15/02 102824 RON SIMPSON REF.PARK DEPOSIT-SIMPSON 010.0000.4354 26.00 26.00
104549 02/15/02 098680 SLO COUNTY SHERIFF BOOKING FEES TO DEC 010.4201.5323 8,047.50 8,047.50
104550 02/15/02 080886 SOUTHERN AUTO SUPPLY MIRROR-PW19 220.4303.5601 77 .86
104550 02/15/02 080886 SOUTHERN AUTO SUPPLY WIPER REFILLS 010.4211.5601 11.71
104550 02/15/02 080886 SOUTHERN AUTO SUPPLY WD 40 010.4201.5601 16.08
104550 02/15/02 080886 SOUTHERN AUTO SUPPLY STAIN REMOVER 640.4712.5601 10.70
104550 02/15/02 080886 SOUTHERN AUTO SUPPLY SUPPLIES-P57 010.4420.5605 45.01
104550 02/15/02 080886 SOUTHERN AUTO SUPPLY CREDIT ANCHOR POIN-P57 010.4420.5605 9.90-
104550 02/15/02 080886 SOUTHERN AUTO SUPPLY FILTER 220.4303.5603 10.83
104550 02/15/02 080886 SOUTHERN AUTO SUPPLY MOTOR OIL 010.4305.5255 113.76
104550 02/15/02 080886 SOUTHERN AUTO SUPPLY ADJ. FLASHER 010.4420.5601 .20 276.25
104551 02/15/02 080964 SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA GAS GAS SERVICES 010.4145.5401 402.70
104551 02/15/02 080964 SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA GAS GAS SERVICES 010.4145.5401 176.73
104551 02/15/02 080964 SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA GAS GAS SERVICES 010.4145.5401 111.46
104551 02/15/02 080964 SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA GAS GAS SERVICES 010.4145.5401 73.05
104551 02/15/02 080964 SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA GAS GAS SERVICES 010.4145.5401 135.21
104551 02/15/02 080964 SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA GAS GAS SERVICES 010.4145.5401 30.74
104551 02/15/02 080964 SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA GAS GAS SERVICES 010.4145.5401 9.53 939.42
104552 02/15/02 081200 JEFF SOUZA BOOKS/TUTION-SOUZA 010.4201.5502 160.45 160.45
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02/13/02 08 ;13 VOUCHER/CHECK REGISTER
FOR PERIOD 21
VOUCHER/
CHECK CHECK VENDOR VENDOR ITEM ACCOUNT ITEM CHECK
NUMBER DATE NUMBER NAME DESCRIPTION NUMBER AMOUNT AMOUNT
104553 02/15/02 082134 STATEWIDE SAFETY & SIGN SIGNS 220.4303.5613 93.24
104553 02/15/02 082134 STATEWIDE SAFETY & SIGN NO PARKING SIGNS 220.4303.5613 114.52 207.76
104554 02/15/02 102718 ROB STRONG REIMB.PRINTING/BINDING 010.4130.5318 33.78
104554 02/15/02 102718 ROB STRONG REIMB.COPIES-E.GRAND AVE 010.4130.5318 549.79 583.57
104555 02/15/02 102825 MARY SULLIVAN REF.PARK DEPOSIT-SULLIVAN 010.0000.4354 26.00 26.00
104556 02/15/02 083382 SUPERIOR QUALITY COPIER TONER CARTRIDGE 010.4201. 5201 139.37
104556 02/15/02 083382 SUPERIOR QUALITY COPIER TONER CARTRIDGE 010.4201.5201 64.30 203.67
104557 02/15/02 084084 TAYLOR'S TUNE-UP SHOP TUNE-UP/SCOPE-993 010.4201. 5601 163.91 163.91
104558 02/15/02 102344 THE TRIBUNE TT SUBSCR TO 6/1 010.4120.5503 40.50 40.50
104559 02/15/02 086736 DOTTIE TRULOCK DOG OBEDIENCE CLASSES 010.4424.5351 1,376.80 1,376.80
104560 02/15/02 087242 ULTRA-CHEM, INC RESTROOM SUPPLIES 010.4420.5605 93.88 93.88
104561 02/15/02 088062 UNION ASPHALT INC ASPHALT 220.4303.5613 180.28 180.28
104562 02/15/02 087398 USA BLUE BOOK 100 GAL.CHEMICAL TANK 350.5908.7002 713 .15 713.15
104563 02/15/02 102007 VERIZON WIRELESS CELL PHONE-WATER/SHOP/PW 010.4301.5403 26.76
104563 02/15/02 102007 VERIZON WIRELESS CELL PHONE-WATER/SHOP/PW 010.4305.5403 41.77
104563 02/15/02 102007 VERIZON WIRELESS CELL PHONE-WATER/SHOP/PW 612.4610.5403 25.82
104563 02/15/02 102007 VERIZON WIRELESS CELL PHONE-WATER/SHOP/PW 640.4710.5403 25.81 120.16
104564 02/15/02 098800 VISION SERVICE PLAN FEB 2002 VSP ADJ 011.0000.2119 57.73 57.73
104565 02/15/02 102817 VOPAK USA INC. AMMONIUM SULFATE NSF 350.5908.7002 1,010.00 1,010.00
104566 02/15/02 102826 W.COAST OFFICE INTERIOR 6 CHAIRS/3 BOOK CASES 640.4710.6001 1,179.36
104566 02/15/02 102826 W.COAST OFFICE INTERIOR 6 CHAIRS/3 BOOK CASES 010.4301. 6001 435.83 1,615.19
104567 02/15/02 090246 JOHN WALLACE & ASSOC. GENERAL CONSULTING-12/31 010.4301. 5303 5,344.83
104567 02/15/02 090246 JOHN WALLACE & ASSOC. CREEKSIDE PATH,PHASE 11 350.5607.7301 495.00
104567 02/15/02 090246 JOHN WALLACE & ASSOC. OAK PARK BLVD. WIDENING 350.5609.7301 3,549.72
104567 02/15/02 090246 JOHN WALLACE & ASSOC. EL CAMPO/ROUTE 101 PSR 350.5616.7301 70.00
104567 02/15/02 090246 JOHN WALLACE & ASSOC. SPRUCE STREET SIDEWALKS 350.5641.7501 52.50
104567 02/15/02 090246 JOHN WALLACE & ASSOC. TRAFFIC WAY BRIDGE RAIL REPL. 350.5644.7501 245.00
104567 02/15/02 090246 JOHN WALLACE & ASSOC. CEDAR STREET SIDEWALKS 350.5646.7501 35.00
104567 02/15/02 090246 JOHN WALLACE & ASSOC. MARCH 2002 STROM DAMAGE (RODEO) 350.5649.7501 17.50
104567 02/15/02 090246 JOHN WALLACE & ASSOC. RESERVOIR NO.1 DESIGN 350.5903.7501 11,722.30 21,531.85
104568 02/15/02 090480 WAYNE'S TIRE LUBE/OIL/FILTER/TlRES-971 010.4201.5601 722.93 722.93
104569 02/15/02 091026 WEST GROUP PAYMENT CTR. CA EDUCATION CODE 2002 010.4201.5255 50.41
104569 02/15/02 091026 WEST GROUP PAYMENT CTR. CA EDUCATION CODE 2002 010.4201.5255 43.71
104569 02/15/02 091026 WEST GROUP PAYMENT CTR. CA CODES ON CD ROM 010.4003.5503 158.36 252.48
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02/13/02 08 ;13 VOUCHER/CHECK REGISTER
FOR PERIOD 21
VOUCHER/
CHECK CHECK VENDOR VENDOR ITEM ACCOUNT ITEM CHECK
NUMElER DATE NUMElER NAME DESCRIPTION NUMElER AMOUNT AMOUNT
104570 02/15/02 091338 WESTERN FARM SERVICE, I CAL.HYPOCHLORIDE 640.4712.5274 378.80 378.80
104571 02/15/02 092274 STEVE WHITNEY REIMB.AWARDS SUPPLIES-WHITNEY 010.4211.5255 33.85
104571 02/15/02 092274 STEVE WHITNEY REIMB.OUT OF CNTY FEE-WHITNEY 010.4211.5501 44.00 77.85
104572 02/15/02 102460 WOODCREST UNIFORMS SUREFIRE RECHARGE LIGHT/BATTER 010.4201.5272 699.99 699.99
104573 02/15/02 102776 WORDS 'N PICTURES FORENSIC SUSPECT SKETCHES 010.4201. 5303 209.14 209.14
TOTAL CHECKS 333,135.53
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FOR PERIOD 21
FUND TITLE AMOUNT
010 GENERAL FUND 36,366.77
Oll PAYROLL CLEARING FUND 259,851.74
217 LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT 225.00
220 STREETS FUND 2,637.01
225 TRANSPORTATION FUND 1,542.75
250 CDBG GRANT FUND 3,059.88
284 REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY FUND 242.00
350 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND 24,410.17
612 SEWER FUND 68.07
640 WATER FUND 4,732.14
TOTAL 333,135.53
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B.b.
MINUTES
SPECIAL MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 2002
COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 215 EAST BRANCH STREET
ARROYO GRANDE, CALIFORNIA
SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Mayor Lady called the meeting to order at 5:45 p.m. Mayor Pro Tem Runels, Council Members
Ferrara, Dickens and Lubin, City Manager Adams, and City Attorney Carmel were present.
1. PUBLIC COMMENT:
None.
2. CLOSED SESSION:
a. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION:
Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(b) involving
one (1) potential case.
b. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION pursuant to
Government Code Section 54956.9(a):
1. Name of Case: Gary Clawson v. City of Arroyo Grande. et al. San Luis Obispo
County Superior Court Case No. CV 000748
2. Name of Case: Citizen's Committee for the Conservation of Local AQriculture v.
City of Arroyo Grande, et al. San Luis Obispo County Superior Court Case No.
CV 020085.
3. CLOSED SESSION ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Mayor Lady announced that there was no reportable action from the closed session.
4. ADJOURNMENT TO REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING:
The meeting was adjourned at 7:08 p.m. to the regular City Council meeting of February 12, 2002.
Michael A. Lady, Mayor
ATTEST:
Kelly Wetmore, Director of Administrative Servicesl
Deputy City Clerk
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MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIUREDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 2002
COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 215 E. BRANCH STREET
ARROYO GRANDE, CALIFORNIA
1. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Lady called the Regular City Council meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
2. ROLL CALL
City Council: Council Members Dickens, Ferrara, Lubin, Mayor Pro Tem Runels
and Mayor Lady were present.
RDA: Board Members Dickens, Ferrara, Lubin, Vice-Chair Runels and
Chair Lady were present.
City Staff Present: City Manager Adams; City Attorney Carmel; Director of
Administrative Services Wetmore; Community Development
Director Strong; Associate Planner McClish, and Director of Public
Works Spagnolo.
3. FLAG SALUTE
Members of Boy Scout Troop 489 led the Flag Salute.
4. INVOCATION
Pastor Richard Scharn delivered the invocation.
5. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
5.a. Proclamation - National Engineers Week.
Mayor Lady presented a Proclamation recognizing February 17-23, 2002 as "National
Engineers Week". Director of Public Works Spagnolo accepted the Proclamation.
5.b. Proclamation. Scouting AnniversaryMonth.
Mayor Lady presented a Proclamation recognizing February 2002 as Scouting
Anniversary Month. Scout Master John Silva from Troop 26 accepted the Proclamation .
on behalf of the Los Padres Council Boy Scouts of America.
6. AGENDA REVIEW
None.
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PAGE 2
6.a. Resolutions and Ordinances Read in Title Only
Council Member Ferrara moved, Mayor Pro Tem Runels seconded, and the motion
passed unanimously that all resolutions and ordinances presented at the meeting shall
be read in title only and all further reading be waived.
7. CITIZENS' INPUT, COMMENTS, AND SUGGESTIONS
Bob Brown, 617 Cerro Vista Circle, thanked the Council and staff for all the good work
done for the City. He stated he was a member of the South County Historical Society
and Central Coast Salmon Enhancement. He spoke of his interest in Arroyo Grande
Creek and stated he had authored a book entitled Storv of the Arroyo Grande Creek.
He presented a copy of the book to Council and a copy to staff.
Jerry Ferrigan, 745 Ridgemont Way, representing the Bayview Estates Homeowners
Association, expressed concerns regarding issues the Nipomo Community Advisory
Council (NCAC) is addressing with regard to annexing land. He stated the homeowners
within Bayview Estates want to maintain their Arroyo Grande address. He inquired
whether any representatives from the City of Arroyo Grande would be providing
comments to the NCAC.
8. CONSENT AGENDA
Council Member Lubin requested the Council pull Agenda Items 8.c., 8.e., and 8.g. for
aiscussion.
Mayor Pro Tem Runels moved and Council Member Ferrara seconded the motion to
approve Consent Agenda Items 8.a. through 8.L, with the exception of Items 8.c., 8.e.,
and 8.g., with the recommended courses of action:
8.a. Cash Disbursement Ratification.
Action: Approved the listing of cash disbursements for the period January 16,
2002 through January 31, 2002.
8.b. Statement of Investment Deposits.
Action: Received and filed the report of current investment deposits as of
January 31,2002.
8.d. Consideration of Cash Flow Analysis/Approval of Interfund Advance from
the Water Facility Fund.
Action: Received and filed December 2001 Cash Report and approved the
interfund advance from the Water Facility Fund to cover cash deficit in other
funds at December 31, 2001.
8.f. Consideration of Authorization to Solicit Bids for Spring 2001-02 Slurry
Seal Capital Improvement Project No. PW 350-5638.
Action: 1) Authorized the Public Works Department to solicit public construction
bids for the Spring 2001-02 Slurry Seal improvement project; 2) Found that the
project is categorically exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 15301(c); and 3)
Directed the Administrative Services Director to file a Notice of Exemption.
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8.h. Consideration of Acceptance of Improvements for Tract 1834 - Phase S.
Action: Adopted Resolution No. 3577 accepting improvements, offers of
dedication, and easements within Tract 1834 - Phase 5.
8.i. Consideration of Acceptance of Improvements for Lot Line Adjustment 96.
531, S. Elm Street, and a Portion of Farroll Avenue (Gin/Keith).
Action: Adopted Resolution No. 3578 accepting the following: 1) Public
improvements constructed for Lot Line Adjustment 96-531 including
improvements to Elm Street, Farroll Avenue, Brittany Avenue, Hampton Place,
and Carrington Place; 2) Offers of dedication for public road right-of-way, public
utilities, pedestrian access, traffic control devices, and tree planning easements;
and 3) Offers of dedication for public road right-of-way and public utilities
easements.
AYES: Runels, Ferrara, Dickens, Lubin, Lady
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
There being 5 A YES and 0 NOES, the motion is hereby declared to be passed.
8.c. Acceptance of Audited Annual Financial Reports.
[COUNCIURDA]
Council/Board Member Lubin asked why the auditing firm had not yet issued a
Management Letter. Director of Financial Services Snodgrass replied that only one
item had been identified regarding payments received for the City's recreation contract
classes, which the auditing firm concerned as minor. She explained that the City would
receive the Management Letter documenting the issue. Staff recommended the
Council/RDA receive and file the respective Audited Annual Financial Reports for the
Fiscal Year ended June 30, 2001.
8.e. Consideration of Approval of Minutes.
Council Member Lubin noted that a supplemental memorandum had been issued to the
Council with a correction to the January 22, 2002 City Council Minutes (memorandum
on file), to include the roll-call vote on Item 9.a. Staff recommended the Council approve
the minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of January 22, 2002, as amended.
8.g. Consideration of Consultant Contract Amendment for Kim Romano.
Council Member Lubin expressed concern that this Contract had been in effect for over
a year and inquired whether the City should be looking at additional staffing. Director of
Public Works Spagnolo responded that the City had recently hired an Assistant City
Engineer who would eventually assume the work currently being done by the contract
employee.
Council Member Lubin asked if there was a need for technical engineering knowledge in
order to prepare and present items to the Traffic Commission. Director Spagnolo
replied yes, and he explained that staff would reevaluate the need for a contract
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FEBRUARY 12, 2002
PAGE 4
engineer again during the budget process. Staff recommended the Council approve
and authorize the Mayor to execute the amended Consultant Services Agreement with
Kim Romano to provide additional staff support for the Traffic Commission.
Council Member Lubin moved to approve staff's recommendations on Consent Agenda
Items 8.c., 8.e., and 8.g. Council Member Ferrara seconded the motion, and on the
following roll-call vote, to wit:
Council
AYES: Lubin, Ferrara, Runels, Dickens, Lady
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
There being 5 AYES and 0 NOES, the motion is hereby declared to be passed.
RDA (Item 8.c.)
AYES: Lubin, Ferrara, Runels, Dickens, Lady
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
There being 5 AYES and 0 NOES, the motion is hereby declared to be passed.
9. PUBLIC HEARINGS
9.a. Proposed Ordinance Amending the Zoning Map of Arroyo Grande from
Public and Quasi-Public Facilities (PF) to Residential Suburban (RS) for a
1.40-Acre Portion of Rancho Grande Park; Development Code Amendment
Case No. 01-001.
Council Member Lubin declared a potential conflict of interest as a result of property
ownership and stepped down from the dais.
Director of Community Development Strong presented the staff report. Staff
recommended the Council introduce an Ordinance amending the Zoning Map from PF
to RS for a 1.40-acre portion of the Rancho Grande Park Site.
Council Member Runels asked if the lots had been appraised. Director Strong replied
that the process had been started.
Council Member Dickens asked for an explanation of if and how the three lots would be
included in the Rancho Grande Homeowners Association (HOA). Director Strong
explained that a review of the CC&R's revealed there was no provision for annexation of
land; however, it was the City's intent to ask the Homeowner's Association Board to
authorize inclusion of the three lots in the Association on a voluntary basis. He stated
that should the Association not include the lots, the City would still impose the same
development standards on the proposed homesites.
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Council Member Ferrara asked for clarification that the proposal to include the lots in
the HOA would be presented by the City to the HOA and it would then be the decision
of the HOA. Director Strong replied yes.
Mayor Lady opened the Public Hearing and stated all members of the public were
invited to come forward and speak on the matter. Hearing none, Mayor Lady closed the
Public Hearing.
Council Members Dickens, Lubin, and Mayor Lady expressed support for the proposal.
Council Member Ferrara acknowledged the letter submitted for the record by Mr. Bruce
Berlin, 221 Avenida De Diamante, urging the Council to move forward with the park
project. Council Member Ferrara spoke in support of the proposal stating he wanted to
expedite the project. Council Member Runels stated he supported the construction of a
proposed park; however, he disagreed with the reduction of land for the park.
Council Member Ferrara moved to introduce for first reading an Ordinance amending
the Zoning Map of Arroyo Grande; Development Code Amendment 01-001, applied for
by the City of Arroyo Grande, and read the Ordinance by title only. Council Member
Dickens seconded the motion, and on the following roll-call vote, to wit:
AYES: Ferrara, Dickens, Lady
. NOES: Runels
ABSENT: Lubin
There being 3 AYES, 1 NO, and 1 ABSENT, the motion is hereby declared to be
passed.
Council Member Lubin returned to the dais.
9.b. Final Approval of Fiscal Year 2001-02 Community Development Block Grant
(CDBG) Projects.
Associate Planner McClish presented the staff report. She explained that the County
has estimated that approximately$149,291 in CDBG funds will be available to the City
in 2001-02, following a funding reduction of $2,383 made by the County after the
January City Council public hearing on the item. She stated that after recalculating
preliminary funding recommendations, staff subtracted the remaining over-allocation
from the City's Code Enforcement Application.
Council Member Ferrara inquired whether there would be a budget impact due to the
reduction of funding for the Code Enforcement program. Planner McClish replied there
would not be a budget impact, and that the City was still using funds allocated for Code
Enforcement in previous years.
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Mayor Lady opened the Public Hearing and stated all members of the public were
invited to come forward and speak on the matter.
Bernadette Bernardi, Executive Director of the Literacy Council, thanked the Council for
amending the recommendations and allocating funding to the Literacy Council.
Dori Yonker, Supervisor for the EOC's Teen Parenting Program, expressed appreciation
to the Council for the allocation of funding for all of the EOC's programs that requested
funding.
David Rile, 501 Ide, thanked the Council for allocating funding to the Cuesta College
Small Business Development Center.
Hearing no further public comments, Mayor Lady closed the Public Hearing.
Council Member Lubin moved to adopt a Resolution approving the projects to be funded
with the City's allocation of Program Year 2002 CDBG funds. Mayor Pro Tem Runels
seconded the motion, and on the following roll-call vote, to wit:
AYES: Lubin, Runels, Dickens, Ferrara, Lady
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
There being 5 AYES and 0 NOES, the motion is hereby declared to be passed.
10. CONTINUED BUSINESS
10.a. Consideration of Modifications to the Level of Service (LOS) Policy and
Traffic Study Guidelines.
Director of Public Works Spagnolo presented the staff report and responded to
questions from Council. Staff recommended the Council review and approve
recommended modifications to the LOS Analysis and Traffic Study Guidelines.
Mayor Lady invited comments from those in the audience who wished to be heard on
the matter. Hearing none, Mayor Lady brought the item back to Council for discussion.
Council Member Ferrara suggested modifications to the document. Following
discussion, Council accepted and modified the following:
- Change title of document to "Traffic Impact Study Preparation Policy".
- On page 1, paragraph 2, delete the word "typically" from the first sentence.
- On page 1, paragraph 6, modify entire paragraph to read as follows: "Applicants
will be required to either amend previously submitted traffic studies, or complete
new studies, should the following situations occur: a. The land use intensity is
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PAGE 7
increased, or b. The land use is changed, resulting in a trip generation increase
and the existing level of service at area intersections to degrade to LOS Levels
D, E, or F. The City Engineer will determine whether existing studies can be
amended or a new study must be completed; or whether either is required."
- On page 2, paragraph 2, modify entire paragraph to read as follows: "If access
points are not defined at the time the traffic study is prepared, an amended study
will be required when access points are determined."
- On page 2, paragraph 6, modify the last sentence to read as follows: "Traffic
counts may be provided by the City to the traffic consultant if available."
Upon further discussion and review of other suggested modifications by Council
Member Ferrara, staff was directed to review the written comments submitted by
Council Member Ferrara (on file in the Administrative Services Department) and return
to the Council at a future date with recommendations based on the proposed
modifications and comments.
11. NEW BUSINESS
11.a. Fiscal Year 2001-02 Mid.Year Budget Status Report.
Director of Financial Services Snodgrass presented the Mid-Year Budget status report
and responded to questions from Council/RDA regarding the City's reserve status,
anticipated year-end projections, and the accounting of unanticipated revenue as
reimbursement for Fire Department mutual aid activities.
Mayor/Chair Lady invited comments from those in the audience who wished to be heard
on the matter. Hearing none, Mayor Lady brought the item back to Council for
discussion.
Council/Board Member Ferrara referred to page 6 of the Budget Status Report and
suggested that language be inserted linking the budget to the Long Range Financial
Plan and the Economic Development Plan.
Council/Board Member Lubin moved to: 1) Approve detailed budget adjustments and
recommendations as shown in Schedule B; 2) Approve Schedules A through E included
in the Mid-Year Budget Status Report; and 3) Approve requests for additional
appropriations in the General Fund. Council/Board Member Dickens seconded the
motion, and on the following roll-call vote, to wit:
City Council
AYES: Lubin, Dickens, Runels, Ferrara, Lady
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
There being 5 AYES and 0 NOES, the motion is hereby declared to be passed.
.
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RDA
AYES: Lubin, Dickens, Runels, Ferrara, Lady
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
There being 5 AYES and 0 NOES, the motion is hereby declared to be passed.
11.b. Consideration of East Grand Avenue Enhancement Plan.
Community Development Director Strong gave a presentation of the proposed East
Grand Avenue Enhancement Plan, giving a brief overview of the purpose and objectives
of the Plan; describing the segments to be addressed in the Plan, including the
Gateway (Oak Park to Elm), Midway (Elm to Halcyon), and Highway (Halcyon to 101);
reviewed streetscape design recommendations; reviewed other design concepts
including front yard setbacks and boulevard treatments; median turn lanes and
landscape islands; crosswalks; travel, bike, and parking lanes; pedestrian amenities;
off-street parking and driveway access; street and median trees; and paseos and
plazas. Director Strong explained that other planning for East Grand Avenue for Mixed-
Use Development Code revision and rezoning, new property development standards,
and Design Guidelines for proposed development will be scheduled for hearings later in
the year. Council asked questions of staff and provided comments on the draft Plan,
including a desire for more trees; ensuring easy access to rear parking; ensuring that
proposed crosswalk designs do not impede traffic flow; support for stamped concrete;
clarification of plans and timelines to underground existing utilities on Grand Avenue;
support for architectural features other than Spanish tile and stucco; support for the
placement of benches incorporated with appropriate landscaping; and creating specific
standards for public art.
Mayor Lady invited comments from those in the audience who wished to be heard on
the matter. No one came forward to speak.
12. CITY COUNCIL MEMBER ITEMS
None.
13. CITY MANAGER ITEMS
None.
14. COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS
Council Member Ferrara referred to a Notice of Hearing on Protest issued by Alcohol &
Beverage Control received for a proposed casino project on EI Camino Real in Grover
Beach. Following discussion, staff was directed to research whether the City should
submit comments, concerns or a position on the proposed project.
15. STAFF COMMUNICATIONS
None.
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16. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Lady adjourned the meeting at 10:55 p.m.
Michael A. Lady, Mayor
ATTEST:
Kelly Wetmore, Director of Administrative Services/
Deputy City Clerk
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MEMORANDUM
TO: CITY COUNCIL
FROM: KELLY WETMORE, DIRECTOR OF ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES
SUBJECT: REVISION TO FEBRUARY 12, 2902 MINUTES (ITEM S.b.)
DATE: February 26, 2002
Attached 'is a revision to the third paragraph on Page 5 of the February 12, 2002 City'
Council Minutes (Agenda Item 8.b.). The reference to Council Member Lubin has
been deleted as he was Absent for the item due to a potential conflict of interest.
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Council Member Ferrara asked for clarification that the proposal to include the lots in
the HOA would be presented by the City to the HOA and it would then be the decision
of the HOA. Director Strong replied yes.
Mayor Lady opened the Public Hearing and stated all members of the public were
invited to come forward and speak on the matter. Hearing none, Mayor Lady closed the
Public Hearing.
Council Member Ferrara acknowledged the letter submitted for the record by Mr. Bruce
Berlin, 221 Avenida De Diamante, urging the Council to move forward with the park
project. Council Member Ferrara spoke in support of the proposal stating he wanted to
expedite the project. Council Member Runels stated he supported the construction of a
proposed park; however, he disagreed with the reduction of land for the park.
Council Member Ferrara moved to introduce for first reading an Ordinance amending
the Zoning Map of Arroyo Grande; Development Code Amendment 01-001, applied for
by the City of Arroyo Grande, and read the Ordinance by title only. Council Member
Dickens seconded the motion, and on the following roll-call vote, to wit:
AYES: Ferrara, Dickens, Lady
NOES: Runels
ABSENT: Lubin
There being 3 AYES, 1 NO, and 1 ABSENT, the motion is hereby declared to be
passed.
Council Member Lubin returned to the dais.
9.b. Final Approyal of Fiscal Year 2001-02 Community Development Block Grant
(CDBG) Projects.
Associate Planner McClish presented the staff report. She explained that the County
has estimated that approximately $149,291 in CDBG funds will be available to the City
in 2001-02, following a funding reduction of $2,383 made by the County after the
January City Council public hearing on the item. She stated that after recalculating
preliminary funding recommendations, staff subtracted the remaining over-allocation
from the City's Code Enforcement Application.
Council Member Ferrara inquired whether there would be a budget impact due to the
reduction of funding for the Code Enforcement program. Planner McClish replied there
would not be a budget impact, and that the City was still using funds allocated for Code
Enforcement in previous years.
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MEMORANDUM
TO: CITY COUNCIL
FROM: ROB STRONG ~
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
BY: h ~ KELLY HEFFERNON
, ' ASSOCIATE PLANNER
SUBJECT: ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING MAP OF
ARROYO GRANDE FROM PUBLIC AND QUASI-PUBLIC
FACILITIES (PF) TO RESIDENTIAL SUBURBAN (RS) FOR A
1.40-ACRE PORTION OF RANCHO GRANDE PARK;
DEVELOPMENT CODE AMENDMENT CASE NO. 01-001
DATE: FEBRUARY 26, 2002
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended the Council adopt an Ordinance amending the Zoning Map of Arroyo
Grande from Public and Quasi-Public Facilities (PF) to Residential Suburban (RS) for a
1.40-acre portion of Rancho Grande Park.
FUNDING:
No fiscal impact.
DISCUSSION:
On February 12, 2002 the City Council introduced for first reading the attached
Ordinance amending the Zoning Map from PF to RS for a 1.40-acre portion of the
Rancho Grande Park site. The Ordinance is being brought back for a second reading
and final adoption.
Attachments:
Ordinance approving Development Code Amendment 01-001 and amending the Zoning
Map of Arroyo Grande
Exhibit "Au: Proposed Zoning Map Amendment
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF ARROYO GRANDE AMENDING THE ZONING MAP
OF ARROYO GRANDE; DEVELOPMENT CODE
AMENDMENT 01- 001, APPLIED FOR BY THE CITY OF
ARROYO GRANDE
WHEREAS, the City of Arroyo Grande Zoning Map indicates that the 1.40-acre area
identified in the attached Exhibit A ("project area"), located on the north side of Collado
Corte, is located in the Public and Quasi-Public Facilities (PF) zoning district as a part of
the proposed Rancho Grande Park; and
WHEREAS, the applicant, the City of Arroyo Grande, has filed an application for
Development Code Amendment 01-001 to amend the Zoning Map and designate the
project area as Rural Suburban (RS); and
WHEREAS, adoption of the proposed zoning designation would establish land use,
development and design standards for the above described area; and
WHEREAS, on October 9, 2001 the City Council certified the Program Environmental
Impact Report prepared for the 2001 General Plan Update, which included a land use
change for the project area from PF to low to Medium Density Single Family Residential
(SFR - LM); and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Arroyo Grande has reviewed
Development Code Amendment 01-001 at a duly noticed public hearing on January 15,
2002, in accordance with the Development Code of the City of Arroyo Grande at which
time all interested persons were given the opportunity to be heard; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Arroyo Grande has considered Development
Code Amendment 01-001 at a duly noticed public hearing on February 12, 2002, in
accordance with the Development Code of the City of Arroyo Grande at which time all
interested persons were given the opportunity to be heard; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has reviewed and considered the information and public
testimony presented at the public hearings, staff reports, and all other information and
documents that are part of the public record; and
WHEREAS, the City Council finds, after due study, deliberation and public hearing, the
following circumstances exist:
A. Based on the information contained in the staff report and accompanying
materials, the proposed Development Code Amendment amending the Zoning
Map is consistent with the goals, objectives, policies, and programs of the General
Plan and is necessary and desirable to implement the provisions of the General
Plan.
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B. The proposed Development Code Amendment amending the Zoning Map will not
adversely affect the public health, safety, and welfare or result in an illogical land
use pattern.
C. The proposed Development Code Amendment amending the Zoning Map is
consistent with the purpose and intent of the Development Code. Residential
development within the project area would be required to meet development and
design standards under the RS zoning designation that insure orderly
development.
D. The potential environmental impacts of the proposed Development Code
Amendment are insignificant or can be mitigated to a less than significant level.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED that the City Council of the City of Arroyo
Grande, California hereby adopts Development Code Amendment 01-001 amending a
portion of the Zoning Map as follows:
SECTION 1: Development Code Section 16.24.020 is hereby amended as shown in
Exhibit "A" attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference.
SECTION 2: If any section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, or clause of
this Ordinance or any part thereof is for any reason held to be unlawful, such decision
shall not affect the validity of the remaining portion of this Ordinance or any part thereof.
The City Council hereby declares that it would have passed each section, subsection,
subdivision, paragraph, sentence, or clause thereof, irrespective of the fact that anyone
or more section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, or clause be declared
unconstitutional.
SECTION 3: Upon adoption of this Ordinance, the Director of Administrative Services
shall file a Notice of Determination.
SECTION 4: Within fifteen (15) days after passage of this Ordinance, this Ordinance shall
be published once, together with the names of the Council members voting thereon, in a
newspaper of general circulation within the City. A summary of this Ordinance shall be
published in a newspaper published and circulated in the City of Arroyo Grande at least
five (5) days prior to the City Council meeting at which the proposed Ordinance is to be
adopted. A certified copy of the full text of the proposed Ordinance shall be posted in
the office of the Director of Administrative Services/Deputy City Clerk. Within fifteen
(15) days after adoption of the Ordinance, the summary with the names of those City
Council members voting for and against the Ordinance shall be published again, and
the Director of Administrative Services/Deputy City Clerk shall post a certified copy of
the full text of such adopted Ordinance.
SECTION 5: This Ordinance shall take effect thirty (30) days after its adoption.
ORDINANCE NO.
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On motion by Council Member , seconded by Council
Member , and by the following roll call vote to wit:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
the foregoing Ordinance was adopted this _ day of 2002.
ORDINANCE NO.
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MICHAEL A. LADY, MAYOR
ATTEST:
KELLY WETMORE, DIRECTOR OF ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES/
DEPUTY CITY CLERK
APPROVED AS TO CONTENT:
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APPROVED AS TO FORM:
TIMOTHY J. CARMEL, CITY ATTORNEY
EXHIBIT A:
Development Code Amendment
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8.d.
MEMORANDUM
TO: CITY COUNCIL
FROM: STEVEN ADAMS, CITY MANAGEW'
SUBJECT: CONSIDERATION OF SUPPORT OF PROPOSITION 40 - THE CLEAN
WATER, CLEAN AIR, SAFE NEIGHBORHOOD PARKS, AND
COASTAL PROTECTION BOND ACT OF 2002
DATE: FEBRUARY 26, 2002
RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt the attached resolution in support of Proposition 40, the Clean Water, Clean Air,
Safe Neighborhood Parks, and Coastal Protection Bond Act of 2002.
FUNDING:
Passage of Proposition 40 will result in approximately $150,000 to the City for park
related projects.
DISCUSSION:
Proposition 40, the Clean Water, Clean Air, Safe Neighborhood Parks, and Coastal
Protection Bond Act of 2002, will be on the March 5, 2002 statewide ballot. If approved,
it will provide $2.6 billion for state and local park projects and recreation facilities. In
addition to providing the City with a one-time amount of approximately $150,000, there
will be a number of competitive grant programs available for individual projects. The
League of California Cities has supported the measure and requested member cities do
the same.
AL TERNA TIVES:
The following alternatives are provided for the Council's consideration:
- Approve staffs recommendation;
- Modify and approve staffs recommendation;
- Do not approve staffs recommendation;
- Provide staff direction.
RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ARROYO GRANDE IN SUPPORT OF PROPOSITION 40
WHEREAS, California's state, regional, and local parks serve as recreational, social, and
cultural centers for Califomia's communities, providing important venues for youth
enrichment and safety; community identity; protection of natural, cultural and historic
sites, parkland and open space; and tourism; and
WHEREAS, in order to maintain a high quality of life for California's growing population, a
continuing investment in parks, recreation facilities, and in the protection of state's
natural, cultural and historic resources is needed; and
WHEREAS, California is known for its incredible natural resources of open space, parks,
mountains, rivers, coastline, and forests that positively impact the state and local
economy; and
WHEREAS, California is largely an urban state where it is projected the state's population
will continue to grow by 18 million by 2020; thereby placing more pressure on existing
parkland and facilities; and
WHEREAS, California's economy is dependent upon maintaining a high quality of life that
includes attractive and safe public park and recreation facilities and services; and
WHEREAS, Proposition 40, the Clean Water, Clean Air, Safe Neighborhoods Parks, and
Coastal Protection Bond Act of 2002, provides $2.6 billion for state and local park projects
to preserve California's natural heritage and allow urban areas to expand much needed
recreation facilities that serve children, youth, seniors, and families; and
WHEREAS, the City of Arroyo Grande will benefit from a portion of this funding to assist
in meeting our community's park facility needs.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Arroyo
Grande hereby approves this Resolution in support of Proposition 40, the Clean Water,
Clean Air, Safe Neighborhood Parks, and Coastal Protection Bond Act of 2002, and
encourages Califomia voters approve this bond act on March 5, 2002
On motion by Council Member seconded by Council Member , and by the following
roll call vote, to wit:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
the foregoing Resolution was adopted this day of 2002.
RESOLUTION NO.
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MICHAEL A. LADY, MAYOR
ATTEST:
KELLY WETMORE, ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES DIRECTOR!
DEPUTY CITY CLERK
APPROVED AS TO CONTENT:
STEVEN ADAMS, CITY MANAGER
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
TIMOTHY J. CARMEL, CITY ATTORNEY
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8.e.
MEMORANDUM
TO: CITY COUNCIL
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FROM: DON SPAGNOLO, DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS/CITY ENGINEER ~
SUBJECT: CONSIDERATION OF AN APPROPRIATION FOR AN ENVIRONMENTAL
CONSULTANT TO PROVIDE ON-SITE MONITORING FOR THE TALLY
HO CREEK K-RAIL PROJECT
DATE: FEBRUARY 26, 2002
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended the Council appropriate $3,000 from the General Fund to be used for
environmental services during the installation of K-Rail along the City's easement from
Tally Ho Road to Tally Ho Creek.
FUNDING:
The FY 2001/02 projected year-end fund balance of the General Fund is approximately
$1,499,400. This $3,000 allocation will bring the year-end fund balance to $1,496,400.
This allocation will be appropriated to the Contractual Services line item in Public Works
Administration/Engineering budget (010-4301-5303).
DISCUSSION:
The project involves the temporary installation of K-Rails along the top of banks of the
existing City drainage easement from Tally Ho Road to Tally Ho Creek for a distance of
approximately 300 linear feet. The drainage ditch that runs along the easement has been
inundated with sediment which impedes the flow of the storm water runoff and could
potentially contribute to flood problems in the area.
The existing concrete stones and silt on top of the drainage ditch will be moved back and
the K-Rails will be placed on the top of the bank. Sediment will be pushed up against the
K-Rail to provide additional support to hold the K-Rail in place.
The K-Rails will be provided and installed by Village Glen Homes as part of the cleanup
requirements related to their grading permit. This measure is part of an overall effort to
address drainage issues at Tally Ho Creek, which are being developed in coordination with
the residents, Salmon Enhancement, Coastal San Luis Resource Conservation District,
Corps of Engineers, California Department of Fish and Game and US Fish and Wildlife.
The project is categorically exempt under Class I and Section 15301 of the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). A notice of exemption has been prepared and
recorded at the San Luis Obispo County Clerk-Recorder office. However, the City is still
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required to enter into a Streambed Alteration Agreement with the California Department
of Fish and Game.
As part of the Streambed Alteration Agreement, the California Department of Fish and
Game requires monitoring of the site for the California Red-Legged Frog. The scope of
the monitoring is to have a qualified biologist on-site prior to and during construction.
Prior to construction, the biologist will perform a nighttime survey to see if there are any
frogs present and prepare a report. In addition, the biologist will conduct a training session
for all construction personnel to familiarize the crews with a description of the frog, its
habitat, and the general provisions and penalties associated with violating the provisions
of the Endangered Species Act. During construction, the biologist will be on-site to
continuously survey areas and to make on-site recommendations.
Staff has estimated that these services will cost approximately $3,000. Ifthis appropriation
is approved, staff will hire an environmental consultant in accordance with the City's
policies and procedures.
AL TERNA TIVES:
The following alternatives are provided for the Council's consideration:
. Approve staffs recommendation;
. Do not approve staffs recommendation;
. Modify as appropriate and approve staffs recommendation; or
. Provide direction to staff.
9.a.
CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE
CITY COUNCIL AND PLANNING COMMISSION
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council and Planning Commission of the City of Arroyo Grande
will hold Public Hearings on the following item:
CASE NO. Development Code Amendment No. 01-003
APPLICANT: City of Arroyo Grande
LOCATION: Village of Arroyo Grande
PROPOSAL: Revision of the "Design Guidelines for Historic Districts".
ENVIRONMENTAL
DETERMINATION: Exempt Per CEQA Section 15061
REPRESENTATIVE: Rob Strong, Community Development Director
This proposal will amend portions of Title 9 of the Arroyo Grande Municipal Code by revising the "Design
Guidelines for Historic Districts". The Design Guidelines are incorporated by reference in section 9-
01.160 of Title 9. Staff prepared this revision of the Design Guidelines taking into account comments
made at the joint Planning Commission and the Architectural Review Committee meeting of October 16,
2001. The Planning Commission will make recommendations to the City Council for the Public Hearing
on February 26, 2002.
In compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), it has been determined pursuant to
Section 15061(b)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines that there is no possibility that the activity may have a
. significant effect on the environment..
Any person affected or concerned by this issue may submit written comments to the Community
Development Director before the Planning Commission or City Council hearings, or appear and be heard
in support of, or opposition to, the project.
Any person interested in the proposal can contact the Community Development Department at 214 E.
Branch Street, Arroyo Grande, California, during normal business hours (8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.). The
proposed Ordinance will be available for public inspection at the above address.
If you challenge an item in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone
else raised at the Public Hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered
to the Planning Commission or City Council at, or prior to, the public hearings.
Failure of any person to receive the notice shall not constitute grounds for any court to invalidate
the action of the legislative body for which the notice was given.
Date and Time of Hearings:
PLANNING COMMISSION: Tuesday, February 5, 2002 at 7:00 P.M.
CITY COUNCIL: Tuesday, February 26, 2002 at 7:00 P.M.
Arroyo Grande City Council Chambers
215 E. Branch Street
Arroy Grande, California 9342
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Lyn Reardon-Smith,
Planning Commission Secretary
MEMORANDUM
TO: CITY COUNCIL
FROM: ROB STRONG, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTO~
BY: TERESA MCCLISH, ASSOCIATE PLANNER#
SUBJECT: DEVELOPMENT CODE AMENDMENT CASE NO. 01-003,
REVISION OF THE DESIGN GUIDELINES FOR HISTORIC
DISTRICTS
DATE: FEBRUARY 26, 2002
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended the City Council introduce for first reading by title only
the attached proposed ordinance to revise the "Design Guidelines for Historic
Districts" .
FUNDING:
No fiscal impact.
DISCUSSION:
Backqround
The original "Design Guidelines for the Arroyo Grande Village" ("Guidelines")
were adopted in 1985 by Resolution No. 1844 and subsequently repealed
and replaced by the current Guidelines through the adoption of Resolution
No. 3059 on November 22, 1994. At its March 13, 2001 meeting the City
Council reviewed the Guidelines and requested that Staff review comments
made by the public, strengthen the Guidelines and present them back to the
Council.
On February 5, 2002, the Planning Commission adopted a resolution
recommending approval of the proposed Guidelines with modifications
(Attachments 1 and 2). Previously, the Planning Commission and the
Architectural Review Committee (ARC) discussed the Guidelines in a joint
Public Hearing on October 16, 2001 (Attachment 3). Subsequently, the
ARC recommended approval of the revised Guidelines, with modifications, at
their January 28, 2002 meeting (Attachment 4).
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General Plan and Development Code
The General Plan land Use Element, Section LU12-5, requires
implementation of the Guidelines to preserve the historical architecture of the
Village area.
Section 16.08.010 of the Development Code incorporates the Guidelines by
reference. By this incorporation, the Guidelines are implemented as design
standards for the associated Design Overlay Districts: VC-D-2.4, VR-D-2.4,
PF-D-2.4, SR-D-2.4. O-D-2.4. Additionally, Section 16.60.010 relating to
Sign Regulations, includes a specific reference to the Guidelines for
implementing community design goals.
Proposed Revisions
There are five significant changes to the revised Guidelines. First, it is
proposed that the Guidelines no longer apply to the districts along Traffic
Way. The city is working on a Master Plan for the Traffic Way area in which
there will be a separate set of design guidelines. The original inclusion of the
Traffic Way districts in the subject Guidelines was meant to be temporary
until separate and distinct guidelines were developed. The Traffic Way area
will be subject to the current Guidelines until the adoption of the Master Plan
for this area planned for Council consideration later this year.
The second significant revision is the geographical boundary of the Village
Residential District. As shown on the District Overlay Map, the Larchmont
neighborhood, as well as residences east of Whiteley Street, are included in
the Historic Overlay District subject to the Guidelines. The Larchmont area
is a highly visible area, and like the Whitely Street neighborhood, includes
many older homes built during the historical era that is the subject and theme
of the Guidelines.
Thirdly, language was changed throughout the document to both strengthen
and make the Guidelines more definitive. Although the Guidelines are
intended to provide some flexibility for both the development of new projects
and renovations, the primary goal of the Guidelines is to preserve the
integrity of the Historic District and provide applicants with clear guidance on
how to do so. The Guidelines do not include property development
standards found in the Development Code. Such standards, including
setbacks, lot coverage and floor area ratios are separate requirements that
must be met or a Variance approved. Additionally, the Guidelines must be
met unless the approving bodies find that the objectives of the Guidelines are
otherwise met, and the reasons or findings for which are specified in the
approval decision. Attachment 5 is a checklist for internal use by the
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Community Development Department in developing findings supporting
deviations to the Guidelines.
The fourth major change to the Guidelines is to incorporate a flowchart
describing how the Guidelines fit in with the City's project review process.
Lastly, the Guidelines were expanded to include more examples of
acceptable materials and designs to better inform and accommodate
applicants.
Modification
Staff included the revisions recommended by the Planning Commission with
the following modification regarding wording for signage:
. Proposed additional language on page 19 No. 7 - "Heatform
plastic signs are not permitted"
. Proposed modification - "Vacuum-formed letters or sign faces
are not permitted".
Environmental Assessment
Staff has reviewed this project in compliance with the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the CEQA Guidelines and the City of
Arroyo Grande Rules and Procedures for Implementation of CEQA. It has
been determined pursuant to Section 1 5061 (b)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines that
there is no possibility that the activity may have a significant effect on the
environment.
Public Comments
On January 25, 2002, 688 Notices of Public Hearing were sent to properties
within 300 feet of the subject Design Overlay Districts and an advertisement
was placed in the Times Press Recorder. Public comment from the Planning
Commission meeting is incorporated in the draft meeting minutes and further
public comment is included in attached letters. Additionally, Howard Miura has
raised an issue in e-mails to the ARC (1/28/02) and Council (2/27/02)
regarding the section on visual elements entitled "Overall Design Framework"
that has been removed from the proposed Guidelines. Staff believes that the
content of this introductory section is generic in nature and expendable to
language expressly specific to the City's Historic Districts. Preserve the Village
has also submitted additional comments (Attachment 6).
AL TERNA TIVES:
The following alternatives are presented for Council consideration:
- Introduce the Ordinance;
- Modify and introduce the Ordinance;
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- Reject the Ordinance;
- Provide direction to staff.
Attachments:
Proposed Ordinance approving Development Code Amendment 01-003 to
revise the Design Guidelines for Historic Districts
Exhibit "A": Revised Design Guidelines For Historic Districts
1. Planning Commission Resolution recommending approval of
Development Code Amendment 01-003 to City Council
2. Draft Planning Commission minutes from 02/05/02 with letters from
the Public submitted for the meeting.
3. Joint Planning Commission and Architectural Review Committee
Minutes 10/16/01
4. Architectural Review Committee Minutes 1/28/02 02 with letters from
the Public submitted for the meeting.
5. Proposed Internal Checklist for Community Development Department
Staff for use in developing findings when required for proposed
deviations to the Guidelines.
6. Letters received after the Planning Commission Meeting.
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February 26, 2002
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Attachments:
Proposed Ordinance approving Development Code Amendment 01-003 to
revise the Design Guidelines for Historic Districts
Exhibit "A": Revised Design Guidelines For Historic Districts
1. Planning Commission Resolution recommending approval of
Development Code Amendment 01-003 to City Council
2. Draft Planning Commission minutes from 02/05/02 with letters from
the Public submitted for the meeting.
3. Joint Planning Commission and Architectural Review CDmmittee
Minutes 10/16/01
4. Architectural Review Committee Minutes 1/28/02 02 with letters from
the Public submitted for the meeting.
5. Proposed Internal Checklist for Community Development Department
Staff for use in developing findings when required for proposed
deviations to the Guidelines.
6. Letters received after the Planning Commission Meeting.
ORDINANCE NO. C.S.
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ORDINANCE NO. C.S.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF ARROYO GRANDE AMENDING TITLE 16, CHAPTER
16.08 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE AND DESIGN
OVERLAY 2.4 TO REVISE THE DESIGN GUIDELINES FOR
HISTORIC DISTRICTS
WHEREAS, Section 16.08.010 of the Municipal Code incorporates by reference the
Design Guidelines for the Arroyo Grande Village, otherwise entitled Design
Guidelines for Historic Districts (Guidelines); and
WHEREAS, the City of Arroyo Grande has conducted an environmental review for
adoption of an ordinance revising the Guidelines and has found that it can be seen
with certainty that there is no possibility that the proposed. amendment to Section
16.08.010 of the Municipal Code will have an effect on the environment and
therefore is exempt from the provisions of CEQA; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Arroyo Grande has reviewed and
considered the information in the proposed Guidelines and staff report, as well as
public testimony presented at the hearing and has made the following findings of
fact:
A. The proposed amendment to Section 16.08.010 of the Municipal Code is
consistent with the goals, objectives, policies, and programs of the General
Plan, and is desirable in order to implement the provisions of the General
Plan.
B. The proposed amendment to Section 16.08.010 of the Municipal Code will
not adversely affect the public health, safety, and welfare.
C. The proposed amendment to Section 16.08.010 of the Municipal Code is
consistent with the purpose and intent of Title 16.
D. The potential environmental impacts of the proposed amendment to Section
16.08.010 of the Municipal Code are insignificant.
ORDINANCE NO. C.S.
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NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE DOES
ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1: Arroyo Grande Municipal Code Section 16.08.010 is amended as
follows:
Section16.08.010 Incorporation!rl Reference
The following documents are hereby incorporated by reference into this Title:
1. Design Guidelin.es for Historic Districts, 1991 for Design Overlay
Districts (D-2. 11);
2. Design Guidelines for Historic Districts, 2002 for Design Overlay
Districts (D-2.4);
3. Arroyo Grande Standard Plans for Public Works Construction (as
amended);
4. Oak Park Acres Planned Development - Ordinances 140 C.S., 150 C.S.,
196 C.S., 246 C.S, 259 C.S., 291 C.S., 296 C.S., 316 C.S., and 396
C.S.;
5. Rancho Grande Planned Development - Ordinances 186 C.S, 302 C.S.,
315 C.S., 343 C.S., and 397 C.S;
6. Royal Oaks Planned Development - Ordinances 355 C.S., 356 C.S.,
358 C.S., 384 C.S, 406 C.S, 418 C.S. and 430 C.S.;
7. Wildwood Ranch Planned Development - Ordinance 214 C.S.;
8. Oki Planned Development - Ordinance 420 C.S.;
9. Flood Insurance Study for the City of Arroyo Grande, dated July 1983,
or as officially amended;
10. City of Arroyo Grande Development Standards for Fire Protection, as
amended.
ORDINANCE NO. C.S.
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11. Ordinance 153 C.S. relating to a Design Development Overlay District;
12. Ordinance 329 C.S. relating to a Design Development Overlay District;
13. Ordinance 135 C.S. relating to a Design Development Overlay District;
14. Ordinance 86 C.S. relating to a Design Development Overlay District;
15. Ordinance 360 C.S. relating to a Design Development Overlay
District117.
16. Ordinance 130 C.S. relating to a Design Development Overlay District.
Copies of each of the above listed documents are on file with the Community
Development Department and City Clerk.
SECTION 2: Design Overlay - 2.4 is amended as follows:
ORDINANCE NO. C.S.
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Design Overlay: D-2.4 (Design Guidelines for
i<- t Historic Districts)
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SECTION 3: If any section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause or
phrase of this Ordinance or any part thereof is for any reason held to be unlawful,
such decision shall not affect the validity Df the remaining portion of this Ordinance
or any part thereof. The City Council hereby declares that it would have passed
each section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause or phrase
thereof, irrespective of the fact that anyone or more section, subsection,
subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause or phrases be declared unlawful.
SECTION 4: A summary of this Ordinance shall be published in a newspaper
published and circulated in the City of Arroyo Grande at least five (5) days prior to
the City Council meeting at which the proposed Ordinance is to be adopted. A
certified copy of the full text of the proposed Ordinance shall be posted in the
office of the Director of Administrative Services/Deputy City Clerk. Within fifteen
(15) days after adoption of the Ordinance, the summary with the names of those
City Council Members voting for and against the Ordinance shall be published
again, and the Director of Administrative Services/Deputy City Clerk shall post a
certified copy of the full text of such adopted Ordinance.
SECTION 5: This Ordinance shall become effective thirty (30) days after the date
of its adoption.
On motion of Council Member , seconded by
Council Member and on the following roll call vote,
to-wit:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
the foregoing Ordinance was adopted this day of ,
2002.
ORDINANCE NO. C.S.
PAGE 6 of 6
MICHAEL A. LADY, MAYOR
ATTEST:
KELLY WETMORE, DIRECTOR OF ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES/
DEPUTY CITY CLERK
APPROVED AS TO CONTENT:
STEVEN ADAMS, CITY MANAGER
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
TIMOTHY J. CARMEL, CITY ATTORNEY
EXHIBIT A
DESIGN
GUIDELINES
FOR
HISTORIC
DISTRICTS
February 2002
Adopted by City Council
Resolution No.
Date
Copyright @ 2001, City of Arroyo Grande
CONTENTS
DESIGN OVERLAY DISTRICT MAP ...................................................................... .... .....................111
INCORPORATION OF THE DESIGN GUIDELINES FOR HISTORIC DISTRICTS IN THE
PLANNING PROCESS ............................................ ................................................ ................. ... .... 1
INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................. ............... ...... ... .....2
CONCEPT OF GUIDELINES ........................................................................................ ........... ...... ...... 2
How THE GUIDELINES WERE DEVELOPED ........................................................................................ 2
How TO USE THE GUiDELINES....................................................................................... .......... ... .....3
DESIGN REVIEW IN ARROYO GRANDE .............................................................................................. 3
Architectural Review Committee................................................................... .... ....... ................. 3
Planning Commission ............................................................................................................... 3
REQUIRED APPLICATION SUBMITTAL DOCUMENTS AND MATERIALS ...................................................4
PROJECTS SUBJECT TO THE GUIDELINES ................................................................ ......................... 4
Plot Plan Review ........................................................................................................... ...... ... ...5
PROJECTS NOT SUBJECT TO THESE GUiDELINES................................................................. ............. 5
HISTORIC OVERViEW....................................................................................................................6
HISTORY OF ARROYO GRANDE ........................................................................................................ 6
ARCHITECTURAL STYLES ..................................................................................... ....... ................ 8
BUNGALOW ....................................................................................................................................8
COTTAGE ................................................................................................................. ...................... 8
CRAFTSMAN ...................................................................................................................................8
FOLK ViCTORIAN............................................................................................................ ................. 9
QUEEN ANNE...................................................................................... ............................................ 9
SPANISH ECLECTIC ....................................................................................... ............... ................... 9
LATE NINETEENTH CENTURY COMMERCIAL ............................................................................ ... ... .... 9
EXAMPLES OF CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS .......................................................................... 11
WEATHERBOARD OR CLAPBOARD WOOD SiDING............................................................................ 11
STUCCO OR PLASTER .............................................................................................................. ..... 11
YELLOW INDIGENOUS SAND STONE ...............................................................................................11
BRICK AND CONCRETE BLOCK ................................................................................... .................... 11
WINDOW SASHES AND DOOR FRAMES ........................................................................................... 12
GUIDELINES FOR RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS (D-2.4)................................................................ 13
ExiSTING CHARACTER .................................................................................................................. 13
Similarity in Scale................................................................................................ .................... 13
Similarity of Material................................................................................ ................................ 13
Sense of Experimentation ............................ ...................................... ............................. ... ..... 13
Variety in Building Form ....................................................................................... ....... ... ......... 13
DESIGN GUIDELINES ........................................................................................................ ... .......... 14
Site Design .............................................................................................................................. 14
Building Design ....................................................................................................................... 14
Construction Materials............................................................................................................ 14
Building Colors ............................................................................................................... ... ... ... 15
GUIDELINES FOR THE VILLAGE CORE AND COMMUNITY FACILITY DISTRICTS (D-2.4).... 16
EXISTING CHARACTER .......................................... ... ............................................ .... ....... .............. 16
Similarity in Scale and Massing .............................................................................................. 16
Similarity of Material......................................................................................... ........... ............16
Sense of Experimentation....................................................................................................... 16
Variety in Building Form ................................................................................................ .......... 16
Pedestrian Orientation............................................................................................................ 17
DESIGN GUIDELINES ................................................................................................................ ..... 17
BUILDING DESIGN .................... .............................................................. ........ ............ ....... ............17
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CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS .................................. ... .............................. .......................... .... ... ... ... 18
BUILDING COLORS............................................................... ..................... .... ........ ........... .............. 18
SIGNS ................................................................................................... .... ........ .... .............. ... ......18
General .............................................................................................................. .... ................. 18
Size.........................................................................................................................................19
Location ................................................................................... ............... ................................ 19
Materials ......................................................................................................................... ... ..... 19
Colors ........................................................................ ................ .............................. ....... .........19
Sign Illumination .... ............................................................................................. .... ................. 19
AWNINGS AND CANOPIES .......................... .................................................. ............ ...................... 20
REAR ENTRIES ...................................................................................................... ....... ....... ... ... ... 20
PUBLIC AREA IMPROVEMENTS .............. ......... .................................................... .... ........... .............20
Sidewalks ............................................... ............................................................... ..................20
Signs................................................................................................................................. ...... 21
Street Furniture ...................................................................................................... .......... ....... 21
DEFINITIONS .............................................................................................................. .................. 22
ARCHITECTURAl TERMS ................................................................. .................................... ...... 23
REFERENCES ....................................................................................................... ....... ....... ... ....... 24
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INCORPORATION OF THE DESIGN
GUIDELINES FOR HISTORIC DISTRICTS IN
THE PLANNING PROCESS
Applicant Staff review:
submits
project Is project in
> historic >
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district?
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Is project Request
consistent applicant re-
with > design,
Guidelines? I No require
Variance, or
recommend
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Yes clear
1. CDD approval c==>
OR
2. proceed to
ARC review
according to
Section 9-03 of
the
Development
Code
ARC recommendation to
CDD, Planning
Commission, or City
Council for further project
review including
consistency with the
Guidelines
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IINTRODUCTION I reflect various stages in the
development of the City.
. Conserve valuable material and energy
resources by continued use of the
CONCEPT OF GUIDELINES existing built environment.
. Protect property values and increase
financial and economic benefits to the
These Guidelines are intended to help residents of Arroyo Grande.
protect the historic buildings, architecture, . Ensure that new construction and
and sites that reflect the heritage of Arroyo renovation of existing buildings is
Grande. compatible with the character of the
surrounding neighborhoods.
The Guidelines are based on the concept
that historic resources, like natural These Guidelines are intended to provide a
resources, are important to the human variety of design choices, and encourage
community and should be identified and creativity and innovation in application.
protected. This is not an exercise in They are not intended to dictate
nostalgia, but is a methodical attempt to preconceived or uniform design solutions,
identify important resources from Arroyo but to direct the approach to building in
Grande's past and offer recommendations historic districts and encourage the use of
and policies that will help assure their existing design elements. The intent is to
preservation. increase the number of visual elements that
The protection of historic districts, including buildings have in common, and stress a
.sense of fir for both new and renovated
homes and businesses within the Village buildings. These policies offer practical
area of Arroyo Grande, will help preserve solutions beneficial for the community as a
the unique qualities of the City for the whole as well as for individual property
enjoyment, pride. education, and economic owners within the Village.
benefit of its citizens, businesses, and
visitors. These Guidelines are intended to How THE GUIDELINES WERE
preserve not only the most grand or
impressive resources of the past, but the DEVELOPED
recognizable character composed of
individual elements in the Village. The Guidelines focus on both existing
Developers of Arroyo Grande included design issues in historic districts and on
merchants and farmers, entrepreneurs and issues that are expected to arise in the
their employees, teachers and future. Although much of the land in these
schoolchildren. Most homes and business districts has been developed, there are still
establishments were modest in scale and substantial opportunities for infill
utilitarian in function, and these structures development on vacant lots and partially
are an important part of the fabric of the developed properties. Additionally, some
City. To help preserve these resources, the property owners may wish to refurbish
following objectives are reflected in the existing structures, upgrade them, and/or
Guidelines: prepare them for new uses.
. Safeguard the heritage of Arroyo To address both current issues and potential
Grande. future concems, these Guidelines consider
. Encourage public knowledge, existing conditions, recognize past
understanding and appreciation of the development patterns, and identify future
City's past. potential for growth and change.
. Enhance the visual character of the City
by preserving diverse and harmonious The Guidelines are based on features of the
architectural styles and designs that existing built environment. These features
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were documented in the Historical Resource Code (Development Code) be followed for
Survev. 1991, by the City of Arroyo Grande each project. Nothing in these Guidelines is
and Catherine Graves, showing existing intended to supersede requirements of the
historic structures in the Village of Arroyo Development Code, and questions
Grande (Appendix A). This survey recorded regarding the relationship between the
addresses, building types, ownership, and Guidelines and Development Code should
focused on architectural characteristics that be referred to the Community Development
contribute to the visual quality of the Department.
buildings and their contributions to the entire
area surrounding them. These DESIGN REYIEW IN ARROYO GRANDE
characteristics included height, roof
configuration and material, exterior wall
materials, window and door type, chimneys, Architectural Review Committee
and porches. Also documented were
surrounding land uses and potential threats The Architectural Review Committee (ARC)
to the site or historic building. is a five member advisory committee
The survey documents that there is not one appointed by the City Council to assist the
Community Development Department,
particular styte that determines the overall Planning Commission, and the City Council
character of historic districts in Arroyo by review of projects and comments
Grande. There is, however, a common regarding the aesthetics, site planning and
"vocabulary" of building elements that help architectural design of development
to create an impression of consistency and proposals in the City. The ARC includes
continuity. These elements are used three members with technical design and/or
frequently and in combination with different landscaping design knowledge and
architectural styles. experience reading and interpreting
For the purposes of these Guidelines, the mechanical, architectural and engineering
drawings as they relate to the appearance of
historic period of the Village is 1870 - 1939. proposed buildings, sign age, structures, and
landscaping upon a site and the surrounding
How TO USE THE GUIDELINES community. The two other members of the
Committee may, but need not, have
The Guidelines have been prepared to aid technical design and/or landscaping design
City decision makers, private design knowtedge and experience.
professionals and property owners. It is Planning Commission
intended that the Guidelines be consulted at
early stages of any renovation or new The Planning Commission, consists of five
development proposal to help develop an members appointed by the City Council.
overall approach to the project. As the The Planning Commission makes
concept is developed further, the Guidelines recommendations to the City Council
can be used to determine which speCific regarding the General Plan, growth
procedures have a bearing on the project. management and development for the City,
The Guidelines suggest characteristics for preservation and conservation of open
design of details and elements such as space, the expenditure of public funds
signs, rear entrances, landscaping, height, relating to the General Plan, and many other
building mass, construction materials, and mandatory responsibilities.
other components that compose the
project's relationship to its surroundings. The Planning Commission has been
assigned the responsibility to review and
The Guidelines are NOT intended to provide approve the following:
all necessary information for development
projects within the Village area. This . Conditional Use Permits
manual addresses generalized design . Surface Mining Permits
issues only and it is essential that other . Variances
requirements in Title 16 of the Municipal . Tentative Maps
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. Vesting Tentative Maps architect, showing all the existing and
. Lot Line Adjustments proposed conditions including adjacent
. Lot Mergers development patterns (the number of
. Reversion to Acreage copies depends on the type of
. Certificate of Compliance application submitted);
. Notices of Violation . Elevations showing all visible sides and
. Planned Sign Programs the relationship of proposed building(s)
. Viewshed Review Permits (if necessary) to adjacent structure( s) and the types of
. Planned Unit Development Permits exterior materials to be used;
. Extensions of Time (for projects . Samples of building materials showing
originally approved by Planning actual colors, textures, and types
Commission) lComDuter Drintouts used as exam Dies
. Architectural Review of colors and materials are not
.. Appeals of Community Development acceDtable. actual material samDles
Director Determinations must be Drovidedl:
. A model of proposed commercial
The Planning Commission also makes buildings;
recommendations to the City Council on the . Any available or required historic
following: information relating to the project;
. Detailed demolition plans if applicable;
. General Plan Amendments and
. Development Code Amendments . Any other data requested or required by
. SpecifIC Plans and Amendments to the Community Development
Specific Plans Department, Planning Commission, or
. Amendments to Zoning Districts Architectural Review Committee as
. Development Agreements needed.
. Permits, Licenses, or other entitlements
within an approved Planned
Development The Community Development Department
may require submission of amended plans
at an appropriate scale for any project.
REQUIRED APPLICATION SUBMmAL Plans that do not show all the proposed
changes or materials will delay the project
DOCUMENTS AND MATERIALS until the applicable information is provided to
staff for review.
Applicants must submit adequate
documentation in order for Staff to properly PROJECTS SUBJECT TO THE
evaluate and process applications.
Drawings should be to scale and clearty GUIDELINES
depict the character of the proposed work.
Submittal documents vary depending on The Design Guidelines for Historic Districts
what the project involves, however the are incorporated by reference in the
following documentation is generally Development Code (Section 16.08.010(1)).
required: All parcels within a historic design overtay
district are subject to the Development Code
. Completed application form; and these Guidelines. As shown on the
. Payment of fee established by the City Design Overtay District Map, these
Council to cover typical processing Guidelines apply to all commercial and
costs for the specific type of application residential construction and renovation
(payable to the City of Arroyo Grande); projects within the Village Core (D-2.4)
. Site photographs (Polaroids are Single Family Low-Medium Density (D-2.4),
acceptable) showing topography, Single-Family Medium Density (D-2.4),
vegetation, existing and adjacent Multi-Family Medium-High Density (D-2.4),
structures, and views from the site; and Community Facility (D-2.4).
. A scaled Site Plan drawing including a
north arrow, prepared by an engineer or
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Design Overlay District 2.11, remains . Projects that include the renovation or
subject to the Design Guidelines for Historic alteration of interior spaces only, and
Districts (1991) until such time the separate will not result in an alteration of the
set of guidelines pertaining to the Traffic exterior appearance of the structure.
Way Corridor are adopted.
. Although demolition of any structure
Request for a demolition or relocation permit found by the Building Official to be
within the historic district overlay shall be necessary to protect health or safety of
subject to prior review by the Community the public is exempt, replacement of any
Development Director for environmental demolished structures will be subject to
review under the Califomia Environmental all provisions of the Guidelines, and all
Quality Act and to determine if renovation or applicable City codes and ordinances.
relocation would be possible and preferable.
Any request for the demolition or relocation
of a historic building requires notice be given
to the ARC and the Planning Commission.
This does not apply to demolition
determined by the building official to be
necessary to protect health or safety.
Plot Plan Review
New construction or exterior alterations,
additions or modifications of any building or
structure in the Historic Design Overlay
District may require Plot Plan Review by the
Community Development Director before a
building permit may be issued.
The applicant shall include complete
elevation details and specifications, plot
plan, and other information needed to
describe the project and as required by the
Community Development Director.
PROJECTS NOT SUBJECT TO THESE
GUIDELINES
. Residential or commercial projects that
consist only of painting, routine
maintenance or repairs that do not
involve a change in design or exterior
material and do not significantly change
the exterior appearance of the structure.
. Projects where less than 10% of the
fa~de is changed and where a
significant feature of a historic structure
is not impaired.
. Construction, alteration or removal of
any feature that has been determined by
the Building Official to be necessary to
protect health or safety.
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CITY OJ' ARROYO GRANDE DESIGN GUIDELINES J'OR HISTORIC DISTRICTS
I HISTORIC I Santa Manuela grants, and a part of the
Pismo grant. To help in clearing and settling
OVERVIEW the land, Francis Branch gave farmers the
use, for five years, of every acre they would
clear and cultivate.
HISTORY OF ARROYO GRANDE The township of Arroyo Grande was
established by the San Luis Obispo Board of
The history of the Arroyo Grande Valley is Sup,:rvisors in 1862. In 1867, the town
firmly rooted in the natural resources that consisted of a schoolhouse, blacksmith ship,
abound in the area. The first inhabitants of and stage stop on the line to Santa Barbara.
the area were the Obispeno Chumash, who By 1876 there were two hotels, two stores,
established a territory that covered much of two saloons, a wheelright and blacksmith
Central Califomia, extending as much as 60 shop, a schoolhouse, post office, livery
miles inland from the ocean. Evidence has stable and several residences. An influx of
been found locally that suggests their ~ew settlers arrived in 1877, drawn by the
presence dates back at least 9,000 years, rich fertile soil and mild climate that
and over 1 ,200 archaeological sites have encouraged agricultural pursuits.
been discovered in the Arroyo Grande Transportation
Valley. The abundance of food included improvements contributed
sea-food and fish from the tidal flats, substantially to the success of agriculture in
abundant wildlife in the surrounding hills and the Valley. The Pismo Wharf was built in
lush natural vegetation. The first Spanish 1881 by the Meherin brothers, who were
explorer, Juan Cabrillo, arrived on the local merchants, and other investors wishing
Central Coast of Califomia in 1542, and his to promote the Arroyo Grande Valley. Stock
narrative describes many Villages and a was issued to finance the wharf, and 800
large population of native residents. shares were sold at $20.00 each to farmers
and landowners. When finished, the wharf
Spanish residence in the area commenced extended 1,600 feet from shore, where the
in 1771, when the mission was established water was 27 feet deep at low tide. In 1882,
at San Luis Obispo de Toloso. The priests thirty-eight ships were loaded at the wharf
of the mission established a garden and saving local farmers over $35,000 in freighi
"plantation" in the Arroyo Grande Valley in charges. Also in 1881, the railroad was
1780, where they raised large quantities of extended from San Luis Obispo to Arroyo
corn, beans, potatoes and other crops to Grande, further stimulating the agriculture
supply food for the mission. At that time industry and encouraging substantial growth
however, the Arroyo Grande Valley was noi and development.
the wide expanse of fertile farmland it was Arroyo Grande incorporated as a city in
later to become. The area which was to be
the City of Arroyo Grande was one large 1911, at which time the population was
"monte" covered with willows and brush. approximately 1,200. The reputation and
The area remained under the control of the popularity of the area continued to lure
Spanish govemment until the Mexican residents, and the traditional agricultural
revolution and independence in 1822, when enterprises gave way to residential
Califomia became a territory of Mexico. development. Eventually, the small
~parate settlements of Arroyo Grande,
To encourage settlement in the "Califomia Plsmo Beach, Shell Beach, Grover Beach
Territory" the Mexican Govemment granted and Oceano expanded to reach each other's
large percels of land to individuals wishing to borders, creating a large urbanized area
settle in the area. Earty landholders in the sometimes called Five Cities, which is far
Arroyo Grande area included William G. different from what earty settlers
Dana, John Wilson, John Price, Francis Z. experienced.
Branch, and Issac J. Sparks. Francis
Branch had the most extensive holdings in Much remains in Arroyo Grande that reflects
the valley, including the Arroyo Grande and its heritage and past, however. Many older
homes and buildings that remain reflect their
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utilitarian heritage. with craftsman and
vemacular architecture common. Some
agricultural operations remain within the
City, many of these in proximity to the
Village area. The Village of Arroyo Grande
still reflects many aspects of its history
today. although most residents are no longer
involved in the historic enterprise of
agriculture.
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I ARCHITECTURAL I COTTAGE
STYLES
This section illustrates various architectural
styles found within the Village Design
Overlay District. These styles represent
much of the existing architecture in the
Village and shall be used as a guide for
future development and renovations in the
core area.
Most of the historic architecture does not --
follow one specific style, but is influenced by A Cottage is basically a small frame single-
many. The commercial style development in family home that does not use any particular
the Village Core area is an eclectic mix of architectural style or ornamentation pattern.
buildings, but there is a similar vocabulary in Roof styles vary, but most often uses gable,
the building design and construction hip or a combination of the two. This is a
materials. The development for the style that often borrows elements from
residential and commercial buildings classic styles, but does not incorporate other
generally fits with in one or more of the elements that make the style unique.
following design categories.
Residential Structures CRAFTSMAN
BUNGALOW
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An extension of the early Bungalow, the
Craftsman design included a low-pitched
gabled roof with a wide, unenclosed eave
The Bungalow style is a unique house type overhang. Roof rafters are usually exposed
that borrows from other cultures, but is a and decorative beams or braces are
truly American design. Developed on the commonly added under gables. Porches
west coast, the Bungalow reduces the are either full or partial-width, with a roof
distinction between inside and outside often supported by tapered square columns.
space, reflecting the open practical living The most distinctive features of this style are
possible in California. It is generally a low, the junctions where the roof joins the wall,
small house that used natural materials and where the most ornamentation occurs. This
relied on simplified design. The roof was the dominant style for smaller homes
structure is most often broad gables, often from 1905 to early 1920's. The popularity of
with a separate lower gable covering the the style faded quickly, however, and few
porch, although hipped roof structures are were built after 1930.
also common. There is little ornamentation,
and what is found is of simplified design.
The first Bungalow development period was
from 1895 to 1915.
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FOLK VICTORIAN 1) Spindlework includes tumed posts and
may also include decorative gables and
omamentation under the wall
overhangs.
2) Free classic detailing uses classical
columns, instead of delicate tumed
posts, and other omamentation is less
"lacy" and delicate then that found in
spindlework. This style became
common after 1890.
SPANISH ECLECTIC
The Folk Victorian style uses a simple, folk
type house style that is often one story and __
has a roof that is gabled or hipped -
(pyramidal). It lacks the intricate, irregular _~.. /'
roof structure of the Queen Anne style, but The Spanish Eclectic style uses decorative
includes omamentation common to details borrowed from all aspects of Spanish
Victorian-style detailing, especially Architecture. The roof is low pitched,
spindlework. Facades are generally usually with little or no eave overhang, or
symmetrical. flat. The roof covering is red tile. Typically
one or more prominent arches are placed
QUEEN ANNE above the door or principal windows. The
wall surface is usually stucco, and the
faftBde is normally asymmetrical.
Commercial Structures
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The Queen Anne architectural style was
common from about 1880 to 1910.
Identifying features include a steeply
pitched, irregular shaped roof, often with a
dominant front-facing gable, pattemed
shingles, cutaway bay windows, and other Characteristics included in late nineteenth
features to avoid a ~mooth . ~all,:d century commercial are double storefronts
appearance. The decorative detailing IS that are generally 25 to 50 feet wide with
usually of two types:
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one or two entrances. Flat roofs and
rooflines with detailed cornices, recessed
entrances flanked by large display windows
on the first floors and smaller vertical
rectangular windows on the second floors
are common as well. Materials of the time
the historic commercial buildings in Arroyo
Grande were built include stone, brick and
wood. Future renovations and development
within the Village Core area shall use similar
materials and color to fit within the historic
character of the Village.
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EXAMPLES OF the Village have stucco exteriors. Stucco
buildings require detailing that gives them a
CONSTRUCTION historic "Village" feel. Buildings with plain
stucco walls and no ornamentation are not
MA TERIALS appropriate for The Village. .
This section provides examples of the most YELLOW INDIGENOUS SAND STONE
commonly found building materials used in
the Village area of Arroyo Grande. There This type of stone is used on the old
are also examples of construction materials LO.O.F. Hall on Bridge Street. It is a golden
under the Village Core and the Residential stone that is shaped in large irregular
sections specific to those areas. chunks. The color of this natural stone adds
All new projects shall use materials that fit a warm variet and individual it to the area.
within the character of the Village (see
following examples). By using similar
materials or replicating these materials on all
projects and restorations, the existing
character will be extended throughout the
Village.
All restorations shall use materials that
match or complement the original structure
facilitating compatibility and preservation of
its character.
WEATHERBOARD OR CLAPBOARD
WOOD SIDING BRICK AND CONCRETE BLOCK
Most of the original housing and a few of the Brick and concrete blocks are most common
commercial buildings used wood siding, on commercial buildings in the Village. Brick
board and baton, for the exterior walls and is an old construction material that was used
trim of the buildings. Wood siding gives the 'n the late 1800s and early 1900s when the
buildings a sense of historic character, bulk of the historic commercial buildings in
add in detail and texture. Arroyo Grande Village were built. The use
of exposed plain concrete block is
discouraged in the Historic Village
Commercial District.
STUCCO OR PLASTER
Stucco and plaster are not as common as
wood or brick, however a few of the
commercial and residential buildings within
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WINDOW SASHES AND DOOR FRAMES
Doors should be made of wood or a material
that resembles an older style wooden door.
For commercial areas, large industrial style
glass doors and windows with metal frames
are not appropriate, but rather a French
style door with wood trim and windows with
wood framing should be used. Aluminum
and other frames that have a modern metal
look are not appropriate for the Village.
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GUIDELINES, FOR often seen as accent materials or
RESIDENTIAL ornamentation, especially on gable ends.
DISTRICTS (D-2.4) Yellow Indigenous stone, whiCh was often
used as a commercial building material in
the Village Core area, is uncommon for
residential use. It is used often, however, as
a material for foundations or retaining walls.
Brick and concrete block are also common
foundation materials.
The most common roofing material is
composition shingle, and some wood
shingles are also used. New roofing
materials should incorporate composition
shingles or other non-flammable material
that approximates the appearance of wood.
For Spanish Eclectic or Pueblo styles, the
use of mission tiles is appropriate.
This section of the Guidelines applies to all Window frames are almost exclusively
residential parcels in the overlay district wood, and door materials incorporate wood
including Single Family Low-Medium panels with glass, in varying proportions.
Density, Single Family Medium Density, and Some homes have been remodeled, and
Multi Family Medium-High Density. now incorporate non-traditional materials
such as synthetic siding, wrought iron, and
aluminum. The use of these materials is
EXISTING CHARACTER discouraged unless their appearance
simulates traditional materials.
Many homes in this district were built in the
period from 1885 to 1920, and represent a Sense of Experimentation
wide variety of architectural styles. Building There are many similar types of building
materials, styles and details differ design, and some homes actually appear to
considerably from home to home, but some be copies of others in the district. Design
common elements can be identified in many features and ornamentation are often used
buildings. These include height, mass and in innovative and creative ways, however, so
scale, density, texture, and ornamentation. that each home has an individual character.
Similarity in Scale Often, elements from classic design types
are combined, and the result is an unusual
Most homes are one or two stories high, and unique home.
with single story designs most common.
Lots are generally smaller and narrower Yarlety In Building Form
than those in more modem developments, Although most of the homes are single story;
and the home fills much of the width of the tall two-story homes are also common. The
lot. Since garages were not included in combination of different architectural styles,
these early homes, the facade design varying setbacks, and distinct wing
dominates the structure and streetscape. arrangements create a unique streetscape.
Similarity of Material Landscaping is used both to conceal and
accent the architecture.
The most common exterior wall material is
either weatherboard or clapboard wood
siding. These materials contribute a strong
horizontal element to the overall design.
Other popular materials include stucco or
plaster, and shingles of various designs are
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DESIGN GUIDELINES away from the historic character of the
area.
Site Design 5. One and two car garages should be
detached or located to the rear of the
1. All new projects or renovations shall residence where feasible and where
adhere to site development standards of such placement is in keeping with the
the Development Code. exiting character of the neighborhood.
The appearance of garage doors shall
2. All outbuildings, including garages, be minimized whenever possible.
recycling enclosures, enclosures for Development Code Section 16.56.020
service areas, trash containers, or provides that a Minor Exception may be
outside storage shall be compatible w~h granted for the provision of on-site
materials, textures and colors of the parking when a change or expansion in
principal building. use is proposed.
3. Existing trees shall be retained as much Construction Materials
as possible, although judicious pruning 1. Clapboard or weatherboard cladding is
and shaping will be allowed. Drought
resistant street trees shall be the most common type of material used
incorporated if pedestrian circulation will in the residential district. Plaster is
not be obstructed. All front yards shall prevalent in later designs, especially
be landscaped and maintained on a Spanish Eclectic styles. The use of
regular basis. Properly designed clapboard or weatherboard is
landscaping adds to the small town encouraged in new projects or
character of the residential area and is renovations. Plaster is acceptable for
strongly encouraged. renovations involving stytes such as
Spanish Eclectic or bungalows.
4. Existing parkways shall be maintained. the original
New parkways shall be installed with 2. Renovations shall use
substantial new construction. materials as much as possible.
Building Design 3. Window sashes and doorframes should
be made of wood, and consistent to the
1. The height of new buildings shall not historical period. Unfinished aluminum
exceed development standards allowed is not allowed, but other materials that
in Title 16 of the Municipal Code simulate the appearance of wood may
(Development Code). be substituted.
2. New buildings or renovations shall 4. Door materials were traditionally wood
adhere to lot coverage and floor area panel and glass. New or replacement
ratio requirements of the Development doors shall be wood or an approved
Code. substitute material that approximates
the appearance of original materials.
3. The use of architectural styles in the
years from 1870 through the 1930's is 5. Original decorative details shall be
strongly encouraged (See Architectural retained during renovation. If the
Styles for examples). original materials have deteriorated and
must be removed, they shall be
4. New construction shall include elements replaced with materials that match the
common to the district such as cladding original in design, color, and texture.
type, roofing material, roof structure, Foam materials, which simulate original
and ornamentation. Stucco may be decorative details, are not permitted.
permitted in limited quantities for new
construction provided that emulates
historic design and it does not take
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Building Colors
Building colors should fit within the existing
character of the neighborhood and be
compatible with the historic period of the
Village Residential neighborhood. The use
of florescent "neon", "day-glo", or bright
primary colors as the predominant shade on
building facedes is not permitted.
When Plot Plan review is required, color
samples shall be submitted as part of the
process.
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GUIDELINES FOR villages. The most common fac;:ade design
is two stories high, although some buildings
THE VILLAGE use a "false fronr to achieve the impression
CORE AND of height. This fayade treatment, when used
on a relatively narrow building, stresses the
COMMUNITY strong vertical elements in the structure and
creates an impressive image. Buildings are
FACILITY also made to appear larger by creating a
DISTRICTS (D-2.4) series of attached facades, linking several
smaller structures to create the appearance
of one large building. These techniques
lead to a more impressive appearance
without losing pedestrian scale or blocking
views and light.
Similarity of Material
Brick and stone masonry construction is
common, especially along Branch and
Bridge Streets. Although some exteriors
have been painted, like the Olohan Building,
the buildings retain many architectural
details of "brick fronr construction. This was
one of the most popular storefront types of
vemacular design, and incorporated
This Village Core section applies to all commercial establishments on the ground
floor with storage or living quarters on the
parcels in the Village Core District (D-2.4), second level. An unusual vernacular style
and Community Facilities, including Public that uses locally quarried yellow sand stone
Facilities and Parks as shown on the Design is also found in the Village area. The
Overlay District Map. unifying element is the stone itself, which
calls for simplicity of construction and
EXISTING CHARACTER ornamentation, but the buildings using this
material vary significantly in design. Another
Many of the remaining historic commercial common material is wood siding, especially
buildings were erected in the period from clapboard or weatherboard.
1885 to 1910, and represent a variety of The use of unfinished aluminum is not
architectural styles. Although building traditional for historic structures, and shall
material and detail differ, there are definite not be used in new development or
patterns that should be respected and renovation.
incorporated into new development and
renovation. Common elements of design Sense of Experimentation
include fayade height and structure, strong
pedestrian orientation, . and attention to Although similar architectural styles are
ornamentation. The most significant visual evident, and many elements are common,
characteristics are: there is no one predominant architecture,
and elements were often combined in
Similarity in Scale and Massing innovative and creative ways. The historic
Most buildings are one or two stories high, character however is maintained.
although two stories are most common, and Yariety in Building Form
range from about eighteen to 30 feet in
height. The Majority of the buildings in the There is enough variety in height, mass and
Village on Branch Street between Traffic proportion to create visual interest in the
Way and Mason Street are quite narrow as Village. There is also a mixture of uses that
well which is typical of historic commercial
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includes retail establishments, offices, and only be used in transition areas and may be
residences, often within the same block. incorporated within parkways located
between the curb and sidewalk.
Pedestrian Orientation Landscaping in parking areas shall conform
Most commercial buildings have large to the requirements of Title 16 of the
display windows and a main entrance that Municipal Code (Development Code).
faces the street, oriented to pedestrian
traffic. There is no setback from the BUILDING DESIGN
sidewalk and buildings are generally
designed to human scale, contributing to an 1. The height of new buildings shall not
atmosphere where pedestrians feel exceed development standards allowed in
comfortable. Title 16 of the Municipal Code, unless a
variance is approved. Scale and massing of
DeSIGN GUiDELINES any building within this area should be
consistent with that of the neighboring
buildings as described above in ''Similarity
Site Design in Scale and Massing".
1. All new projects or renovation shall 2. The existing pattern of building facades
adhere to the site development standards of shall be incorporated into new development
the Development Code. projects. Dominant fal18de designs
The existing front setbacks (0') shall be incorporate either brickfront elements or
2. parapet features. Roof patterns generally
retained wherever possible, with main associated with residential buildings such as
entries facing the street. For larger projects gable, hip or gambrel are generally not
where this is not feasible, a substantial part proper for commercial buildings in the
of the building shall face the street and Village Core district along Branch Street and
incorporate design features oriented to the Traffic Way but may be acceptable along
pedestrian. side streets where the residential character
shall predominates.
3. Streetscape improvements
complement the existing design sidewalk 3. Display windows should complement the
paving, lighting schemes, and street design of surrounding historic buildings and
furniture within the district. This requirement should be oriented to pedestrian traffic.
may be waived if the new element
introduced is more consistent with the 4. Large, unbroken expanses of display
historic character of the Village than are glass oriented to automobile traffic are not
existing elements. appropriate in the Village. The use of
kickplates under display windows is
4. All enclosures for service areas, private encouraged and should be the same height
trash or recycling containers, or outside as those typical on the block.
storage should be designed as part of the
overall project or building. Materials, 5. Transoms are common over display
textures and colors shall be consistent with windows, and were used to admit light and
those of the proposed project and with for ventilation. When possible, transoms
adjacent buildings. should be incorporated into new building
design, and existing transoms should be
5. Landscaping shall retain existing trees used in building renovation.
and plants as much as possible. Street trees
and sidewalk planters shall be incorporated 6. All decorative fixtures, including awnings,
where feasible and pedestrian circulation will signs, and lighting, shall be symmetrically
not be obstructed. If sidewalk planters are integrated with other design elements of the
within the public right-of-way, it is necessary structures.
to obtain an Encroachment Permit from the
Public Works Department. Street trees shall
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CONSTRUCTION MATERIAiLS BUILDING COLORS
The following Guidelines apply to materials The number of colors used on a building or
used on commercial buildings in the Village project should be kept to a minimum.
Core District. Generally residential buildings
on the side streets with in the Village Core While bright colors may be used for limited
district shall comply with the standards for accent, their use is subject to review by the
the Village Residential District. Architectural Review Committee (ARC).
1. Brick is the most common fa~de material 1. Color samples shall be submitted as part
used on historic structures in the Village, of the Plot Plan Review or Conditional Use
and is an acceptable fa~de material. Some Permit process.
brickwork has been painted, and this is
consistent with design style of the 1870- 2. The use of florescent, "neon," or "day-
1939 period. Other acceptable fa(fade glo" colors on a facade is not permitted
materials include rough-cut stone (such as rather, historic base colors should be used.
that on the I.O.O.F. building), and wood
cladding. Wood cladding shall be of painted 3. Accent colors used for ornamentation,
clapboard, painted weatherboard, or board awnings, dentils, friezes, etc., shall
and batten styles. Materials of similar harmonize, and not contrast, with the
design, color and texture may be predominant building color.
considered. Unfinished plywood panels are
not appropriate. 4. Color palettes shall complement the
majority of the neighboring buildings and be
2. Window sashes shall be of wood or steel, consistent with the historic period.
and consistent to the historical period.
Unfinished aluminum is not allowed, but SIGNS
materials that approximate the appearance
of original materials may be substituted
subject to the approval of the Architectural
Review Committee (ARC).
3. Door materials were traditionally wood
panel and glass, either single or double.
N_ or replacement doors shall be wood or
an approved substitute material that
approximates the appearance of original
materials subject to approval by ARC.
Aluminum entry doors with large glass
panels are inappropriate for the Village Core
District.
4. Original decorative details shall be
retained during renovation. If the original General
materials have deteriorated and must be 1. Signs shall meet all requirements of the
removed, they shall be replaced with Development Code, and the provisions of
materials that match as closely as possible these Guidelines. If a conflict arises
the original in design, color, and texture. between the requirements of the
5. Reflective glass is not allowed in the Development Code and these Guidelines,
the most restrictive requirements shall apply.
Village Core District. Stained glass may be
used as an accent material if it is consistent 2. All signs shall be sUbject to review by the
with the historic period of the building. Architectural Review Committee (ARC)
before approval of a Sign Permit.
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3. Signs shall be oriented to pedestrians and Materials
slow moving vehicle traffic. This means that 1. Signs shall be built of wood, metal or
signs shall be smaller and on more of a
human scale than signs in other commercial other materials that simulate the appearance
districts. of wood or metal.
4. Painted wall signs are not allowed on 2. The use of wood-simulating recycled
facades of unfinished brick, stone, or stucco. plastic material is allowed, but is subject to
Removing or altering painted signs can review by the Architectural Review
cause damage to the surface material. Wall Committee (ARC).
signs painted on finished wood, painted 3. High gloss, shiny or reflective surfaces
brick, stone or stucco surfaces are allowed
for rear entrances. are not allowed as a sign material.
Size 4. Signs may use raised images or painted
images in their design.
1. Signs shall not completely cover
kicl<plates or window transoms. 5. Sign materials should complement the
building material, and shall be in keeping
2. All signage is included in the sign area with the historic character of the Village and
allowed in the Development Code. This the rural atmosphere of Arroyo Grande.
includes window and awning signs. and also
includes logos and graphic representations 6. Signs painted on the sign board or other
that identify the business. product sold, or thin material shall be framed to provide
service offered. depth and a finished look to the sign.
Sign frames shall include carved or
3. Window signs shall not exceed twenty routed details or shall otherwise be
percent (20%) of the window area in which designed to complement the architectural
they appear. design of the building and district.
4. Sign materials and lettering stytes shall be 7. Vacuum-fonned letters or sign faces are
consistent with the historic period. not permitted.
Location Colors
1. Signs should be located symmetrically in 1. Sign colors shall complement the
relation to the bays on the fac;ade and building color scheme.
should not obscure architectural features of
the building. 2. Signs should incorporate no more than
four (4) different colors.
2. Wall signs should be located above the
entry to the building to better relate to 3. Bright, intense colors are not pennitted,
pedestrian traffic. including the use of florescent, "neon" or
"day-glo" colors on signs.
3. Window and door signs should be applied
where they will not obstruct visibility. 4. All applications for sign permits in the
Village Core District shall include a sample
4. Signs on awnings or canopies should be of the intended color palette.
placed where they may be seen by
pedestrians. Under-canopy signs are Sign illumination
allowed in the Village Core area to enhance 1. Signs shall be externally illuminated with
pedestrian orientation, and shall be counted incandescent lights. or any lighting type that
as part of the total allowable sign area. does not produce glare and is designed to
conserve energy.
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exposed ornamental fixtures that REAR ENTRIES
complement the building's architecture.
Rear entries are traditionally plain and
3. Window signs and window displays unadorned. Common materials include
should be illuminated from hidden sources brick, stone, and wood siding, and these are
that do not obstruct visibility. acceptable for new construction or
renovation. Wood siding may be either
4. Neon tubing signs that approximate the painted or unfinished.
appearance of historic neon signs may be
permitted and may be subject to review and 1. Trim materials are commonly wood or
approval of the Architectural Review steel. Materials that approximate the
Committee. All neon tubing shall be appearance of wood or steel are acceptable
covered with transparent or translucent subject to review by the Architectural
material to prevent rupture or shall be Review Committee. Wood trim may be
certified by the manufacturer for safety. either painted or unfinished.
AWNINGS AND CANOPIES 2. Color schemes should complement those
used on the fa~de of the building. The use
of bright, primary colors as the predominant
shade is not perm itted. While bright colors
may be used for limited accent, their use is
subject to review by the Architectural
Review Committee. The use of florescent,
"neon" or "day-glo" colors is not permitted.
3. Signs used in conjunction with rear
entrances shall be part of the total sign area
allowed for the use under provisions of the
Development Code. For the purpose of
consistency, a parking lot located behind a
building with no front setback (0') shall be
Under-awning or under-canopy signs considered to be equivalent to a street
oriented to pedestrian traffic are allowed as frontage. Any allowed sign type may be
part of the overall signage in the Village used.
Core area. 4. Doors and windows may be constructed
1. All graphics, logos, and signs contained of any material allowed on fa~de
on awnings or canopies shall be considered treatments. Also. double-hung sash and
part of the total allowed sign area as defined casement windows are traditional for rear
in the Development Code. entrances, and may be used if the frame is
wood, or a material that simulates wood.
2. Awning or canopy color and design Rear entry doors need not include glass
should be compatible with that of the panels.
building whereto it is attached. Awnings or
canopies should also complement those of PUBLIC AREA IMPROVEMENTS
adjacent buildings, both in style and color.
3. Canopies and awnings shall be consistent Sidewalks
with the historic period in regard to size,
shape, and materials. Aluminum, fiberglass 1. To ensure compatibility with existing
and plastic awnings or canopies are not treatments in the Village area, all new
permitted. The use of loose valances and sidewalks shall match existing neighboring
traditional vintage-stripped awning material sidewalks within the districl. Sidewalks
is encouraged. Materials stretched taut over between Mason SI. and Bridge SI. within the
rigid framework is not permitted. Village Core along Branch SI. shall be a buff
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color with exposed aggregate finish texture shall be reviewed by the ARC and should be
and Mission tile banding. The tiles shall in keeping with the architecture of the
match in style and color, -Kraftile, Old principal adjoining building while not
Mission Hard Fired, Terra Cotta." It shall detracting from the Village character.
have a non-glazed surface and a
granulated, non-slip finish.
2. Substantial development projects shall
trigger replacement of existing sidewalk with
exposed aggregate sidewalk. Building
permits shall trigger construction of exposed
aggregate sidewalk in areas without
sidewalk. When sidewalks are replaced due
to normal maintenance, the new sidewalks
shall be exposed aggregate.
Signs
1. All public signs shall be subject to a fee-
exempt design review by the Architectural
Review Committee. Public signs shall be
detailed to conform to the area. This
includes painting all poles, sign backs, and
other appurtenant hardware a color that is
consistent with other signs in the design
area.
Street Furniture
1. Street fumiture shall be compatible with
existing street fumiture, and may be subject
to review and approval of the ARC. Trash
and recycling receptacles shall be clearly
differentiated. Advertising on benches shall
be prohibited.
2. Omamental street-lights shall be required
in the same areas as exposed aggregate
sidewalks.
3. High capacity bike racks shall be located
in parlling lots with some smaller racks in
high traffic areas. Bike racks shall be
painted dark colors, similar to sign and light
poles. Bike lockers should be darker,
possibly wood tone colors and shall not be
located in areas where they could detract
from the Village character.
4. New projects that anticipate newspaper
racks shall include a designated area in
proposed plans to provide a minimal bank of
racks tied into the building architecture.
5. Free standing vending machines in public
view shall be placed within an enclosed
structure. Plans for the enclosed structure
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I DEFINITIONS I
Guideline: A listing of advisory instructions for a future course of action.
Historic SttuctUle: A stNcture constructed prior to 1940, and where the architectural style of
which is representative of the period in which it was built. A stNcture can also be considered
historic if it is associated with an event(s) or person(s) important in the development of a city or
region.
Historic Period: For the purposes of these Guidelines, the historic period of the Village is 1870-
1939.
Pleservation: The treatment of an existing building to stop or slow deterioration, stabilize the
stNcture and provide structural safety without changing or adversely affecting its fabric or
appearance.
Rehabilitation, Renovation: The process of retuming a property to a state of utility, through
repair or change, which makes possible an efficient contemporary use while preserving those
parts and features of the property important to its historic, architectural, and cultural values.
Remodel: The change of original features of a building or structure.
Restoration: The careful retum of a building to its appearance at a particular time period by
removal of later work and replacement of missing earlier work.
Scale: The interrelation of the size of architectural spaces, masses, elements, constNction units,
with the size of the human figure.
Sign (externally illuminated): A Sign that does not use an artificial light source behind its face to
make the message readable.
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I ARCHITECTURAL TERMS I
Baluster: A small, vertical member that serves to fill the opening between a handrail and a stair
or floor.
Bay: A rectangular area of a building defined by four adjacent columns; a part of a building that
projects from a fac;ade.
Cladding: A material used as the outside wall inclosure of a building.
Cornice: The exterior detail at the meeting of a wall and a roof overhang; a decorative molding at
the intersection of a wall and a ceiling.
Dent/I: Alternate square block and blank spaces on a cornice or portico that gives the
appearance of teeth.
Eave: The horizontal edge at the low side of a sloping roof.
Fagade: The exterior face of a building, often distinguished from other surfaces by elaboration of
architectural features or ornamental details.
Klckplate: A wood panel or portion of wall below a large display-type window.
Parapet The region of an exterior wall that projects above the level of the roof.
Pediment The gable end of a roof in classic architecture.
Pottlco: A porch or walkway with a roof supported by columns, often leading to the entrance of a
building.
Sash: A frame for a pane of glass in a door or window.
Shingle: A small unit of water-resistant material nailed in overtapping fashion with many other
units to make a wall or sloping roof watertight.
Transom: A window above a door or other window built on or hinged to a horizontal crossbar.
Vernacular: Of or being an indigenous building style using local materials and traditional
methods of construction and ornament, especially as distinguished from academic or historical
architectural styles.
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ATTACHMENT I
RESOLUTION NO. 02-1820
February, 5 2002
PAGE 1 of 3
RESOLUTION NO. 02-1820
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
ARROYO GRANDE RECOMMENDING THAT THE CITY COUNCIL AMEND
TITLE 16, CHAPTER 16.08 AND APPENDIX 2 OF THE ARROYO
GRANDE MUNICIPAL CODE BY REVISING THE DESIGN GUIDELINES FOR
HISTORIC DISTRICTS
WHEREAS, Section 16.08.010 of the Municipal Code incorporates the Design
Guidelines for the Arroyo Grande Village, otherwise titled Design Guidelines for Historic
Districts {Guidelines}, by reference; and
WHEREAS, the City of Arroyo Grande has conducted an environmental review for
adoption of an ordinance revising the Guidelines and has found that it can be seen with
certainty that there is no possibility that the proposed amendment to Section
16.08.010 of the Municipal Code will have an effect on the environment and therefore
is exempt from the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA); and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Arroyo Grande has reviewed and
considered the information in the proposed Guidelines and staff report, as well as ,
public testimony presented at the hearing and has made the following findings of fact:
A. The proposed amendment to Section 16.08.010 of the Municipal Code is
consistent with the goals, objectives, policies, and programs of the General
Plan, and is desirable in order to implement the provisions of the Genera! Plan.
B. The proposed amendment to Section 16.08.010 of the Municipal Code will not
adversely affect the public health, safety, and welfare.
C. The proposed amendment to Section 16.08.010 of the Municipal Code is
consistent with the purpose and intent of Title 16.
D. The potential environmental impacts of the proposed amendment to Section
16.08.010 of .the Municipal Code are insignificant.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Planning Commission of the City of
Arroyo Grande, California hereby recommends that the City Council of the City of
Arroyo Grande amend Municipal Code Section 16.08.010 to revise the Guidelines as
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February, 5 2002
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follows:
Section16.08.010 Incorporation !!y Reference
The following documents are hereby incorporated by reference into this Title:
1. Design (3uidelines for Historic Districts, 1.~91for Design .Overlay
Districts (D-2.11);
2. Design Guidelines for Historic Districts, 2002 for Design Overlay
Districts (D~2.4);
3. Arroyo Grande Standard Plans for Public Works Construction (as
amended);
4. Oak Park Acres Planned Development.- Ordinances 140 C.S., 150 C.S.,
196 C.S., 246 C.S, 259 C.S., 291 C.S., 296 C.S., 316 C.S., and 396
C.S.;
5. Rancho Grande Planned Development - Ordinances 186 C.S, 302 C.S.,
315 C.S., 343 C.S., and 397 C.S;
6. Royal Oaks Planned Development - Ordinances 355 C.S., 356 C.S., 358
C.S., 384 C.S, 406 C.S, 418 C.S. and 430 C.S.;
7. Wildwood Ranch Planned Development - Ordinance 214 C.S.;
8. Oki Planned Development - Ordinance 420 C.S.;
9. Development Agreement Relating to Wildwood Ranch Development -
Ordinance 211 C.S.;
10. Development Agreement between the City and OUse, Inc. for
Development Known as Rancho Grande - Ordinance 302 C.S.;
11. Flood Insurance Study for the City of Arroyo Grande, dated July 1983,
or as officially amended;
12. City of Arroyo Grande Development Standards for Fire Protection, as
amended.
13. Ordinance 153 C.S. relating to a Design Development Overlay District;
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14. Ordinance 329 C.S. relating to a Design Development Overlay District;
15. Ordinance 135 C.S. relating to a Design Development Overlay District;
16. Ordinance 86 C.S. relating to a Design Development Overlay District;
17. Ordinance 360 C.S. relating to a Design Development Overlay
District117.
Ordinance 130 C.S. relating to a Design Development Overlay District
On motion by , seconded by . and by
the following roll call vote, to wit:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
the foregoing Resolution was adopted 5th day of February, 2002.
ATTEST:
Lyn, Commission Clerk Joe Costello, Chair
AS TO CONTENT:
Rob Strong
Community Development Director
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Plannin9 Commission ATTACHMENT 2
February 5, 2002 ",
Each of the Commissioners commented on the project and agreed at all the findings for the
variance application could NOT be made, specifically:
1. The strict or literal interpretation and enforcement the specified regulation would
result in practical difficulty or unnecessary hard p not otherwise shared by others
within the surrounding area.
2. That there are exceptional or extraordinar circumstances or conditions applicable to
the property involved or to the inte ed use of the property that do not apply
generally to other properties classifi in the same zone.
3. That strict or literal interpretatio and enforcement of the specified regulation would
deprive the applicant of privil es enjoyed by the owners of other properties classified
in the same zone.
The following action was t
Commissioner Guithri ade a motion, seconded by Commissioner Fowler to deny Variance
Case No. 01-005, sed on findings Nos.1., 2., and 3. NOT being met. The motion was
unanimously app ved on a 5/0 vote.
Commissioners Brown, Fowler, Guthrie, Keen and Chair Costello
None
None
Ro Strong informed the applicant of the appeal process.
PUBLIC HEARING - PUBLIC HEARING - DEVELOPMENT CODE AMENDMENT 01-003 -
DESIGN GUIDELINES FOR HISTORIC DISTRICTS; APPLICANT - CITY OF ARROYO
GRANDE; LOCATION - VILLAGE OF ARROYO GRANDE. Staff Report - Teresa
McClish, Associate Planner.
Ms. McClish said the original "Design Guidelines for the Arroyo Grande Village" were
adopted in 1985 by Resolution No. 1844 and subsequently repealed and replaced by the
current Guidelines with Resolution No. 3059 on November 22, 1994. At its March 13,
2001 meeting the City Council reviewed the Guidelines and requested Staff review
comments made by the public, strengthen the guidelines and present them back to the City
Council.
The Planning Commission and the Architectural Review Committee (ARC) discussed the
Guidelines in a joint Public Hearing on October 16, 2001. The ARC recommended approval
of the revised Guidelines, with modifications, at their January 28, 2002 meeting.
There are five significant changes to the revised Guidelines:
1. It is proposed that separate Guidelines apply to the districts along Traffic Way. The
City is working on a Master Plan for the Traffic Way area which may include
amendments to the separate design guidelines for that area.
2. The geographical boundary of the Village Residential district.
3. Language was changed throughout the document both to strengthen and make the
guidelines more definitive.
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4. Incorporation of a flowchart describing how the Guidelines fit in with the Community
Development Department's project review process.
5. The Guidelines were expanded to include more examples of acceptable materials and
designs to better inform applicants.
Commissioner Guthrie asked if all the comments from the ARC minutes were included in
the Guidelines?
Ms. McClish said all the ARC comments were included in the Guidelines.
Commissioner Brown stated at the joint meeting of the ARC and the Planning Commission
he had addressed an issue regarding one-car garages given the historical context of the
Village. At present Page 14, No.5, relates back to the Minor Exception/Development
Code. He would like to see some language in this paragraph that says one-car garages
would be acceptable given the historical context of the Village.
Ms. McClish said staff had considered this, but these are guidelines and not parking
standards, so we refer to the Development Code for specific standards.
Commissioner Brown said the Development Code does not describe the intent of the
Historical Guidelines and he would like to see some different language.
Rob Strong advised that the Development Code could address more specifically whether
two-car garages are required for each residence. He emphasized that the Design
Guidelines are meant to primarily address design at this time, but suggested that some
modification could be made to a degree that it still deals with design. He suggested the
wording such as "garages whether one car or two" be added to Page 14, No.5.
Chair Costello had the following questions:
1. Page 1, the flow chart- what happens when a project comes forward and after ARC
review it does not comply.
2. Page 5. under the heading "Projects Not Subject to the Guidelines" who determines
this?
3. Page 11, "Examples of Construction Materials", paragraph two ...materials that will fit
within the character of the Village, where is this defined; what if someone comes
forward with a design from the correct historical era but it does not fit with the Village?
Ms. McClish answered:
1. The applicant would be requested to redesign and then it would go to the Planning
Commission
2. The Building Department will. usually review the project first and refer it to the
Community Development Department if there is any doubt.
3. The description of construction materials is not all-inclusive, but as discussed at the
ARC some materials not presently included in the guidelines could be allowed with the
consensus of the ARC or Planning Commission. The intent is to provide "guidelines".
Chair Costello said because of the potential for conflict, he wanted to be assured that there
would be a means for the public to appeal from the ARC to the Planning Commission and
then if necessary to the City Council.
PUBLIC COMMENT
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February 5, 2002
Chuck Fellows. 507 Le Point, spoke saying that the changes made to the guidelines were a
huge improvement, but the "Preserve the Village" committee had a few more changes to
make them more effective. He went through a list, already received by the Planning
Commission after agenda preparation, of 18 suggested changes and corrections to the
Design Guidelines.
Heather Jensen, 569 Mav Street-
. Pages 12, 14, 16 and 18 there is reference to "".no use of exposed aluminum on
doors and window frames", and this needs to be clarified as to whether this is the dark
metal bronzed look or the shiny aluminum look and not just eliminate all of them. Some
of the new doors and windows are very attractive and certainly durable.
. Page 14, No.3.. referencing landscaping and design; who is going to uphold a
difference of opinion and decide what is the right choice.
. Page 20 and 21, Nos. 1 & 2, referencing the use of exposed aggregate on the
sidewalks. Some people may like the appearance, but the downside is the
maintenance. It is very difficult to clean and with so many food establishment along
Branch this should be taken into consideration. In addition, it is very uncomfortable to
walk on.
Ms. Jensen further stated that she had a concern about how much responsibility is being
put on the ARC. She hoped that these guidelines would not make it more difficult getting
a project approved and once the guidelines are adopted and fine-tuned they should not be
continuously reviewed and micro-managed.
Nick Alter. 354 Corbett Canvon Road-
. It seems that the changes have turned the Guidelines into real standards.
. Page 5, last paragraph, with reference to demolition permits, he would like to see
requests not only subject to review by the Community Development Director, but also
the ARC.
Richard DeBlauw. 411 EI Camino Real-
. Considers guidelines too restrictive. Property owner should be allowed to remodel
with their own tastes, but are being forced to follow these guidelines at the wishes of
a small group of people in the community. He would like to property owner to be able
to have a larger say.
Scott Wachenheim, 1015 Ditmas Wav, Vice Chairman of the "Preserve the Village"
committee, said they had a few additional items for the final revision. He outlined the items
reading from a list already received by the Planning Commission after the agenda
preparation.
Howard Mankins, 200 Hillcrest Drive spoke at length saying he owns property on Branch
Street and Bridge Street in the Village. He has lived in Arroyo Grande all his life and he
sees new people come into the area wanting to preserve everything "like it used to be".
He went on to say the town is nothing like it used to be when he was a child. He has
great interest in preserving the Village and puts a lot of energy into the Historical Society
helping restore historic buildings. It is important that the Village be preserved, but rules
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and regulations can get preventive, burdening and discouraging to business and increasing
rents. It would be more effective if the focus is on encouraging people by being more
friendly, not looking for another regulative body. He does not think the rules have to be as
strict and defined as are being sought to keep the Village viable and historic.
Ed Dorfman. 285 La Cresta Drive-
. Some flexibility is needed in what we do to encourage people.
. With reference to the section on one-car garages, requiring garages in the back yard,
many studies show people prefer garages in the front and this section shows no
flexibility.
. The most efficient windows today are vinyl and they come in many colors and unlike
wood are low maintenance.
. If the Guidelines serve to discourage investment and upgrades by people they will fail
us all and the Village will not benefit.
END OF PUBLIC COMMENT
Commissioner Guthrie applauded all the work done in preparing the guidelines, especially
the work the ARC had done. He went on to say that there is a need for flexibility for
property owners, but giving more information up front gives more certainty. He further
commented that:
. The change in boundaries makes more geographic sense.
. There are a lot of non-conforming designs in some of the areas.
. Page 16, second column, the emphasis on the vertical to maintain Village character and
scale had been addressed, but he would like to see the following language added after
Buildings are also made to appear larger by creating a series of structures "of narrow
mass "...
. Page 11, second column, add language after "Stucco buildings require "extensive"
detailing...".
. Concrete block - should be discouraged as a structural material.
. A list of historic structures and the methology as to how they should be included in a
list of buildings.
. The suggestions from "Preserve the Village" committee were excellent.
Commissioner Keen-
. The language now in the document for the definition of historic structures is too
vague. He agreed with Commissioner Guthrie.
. He agreed with Mr. Mankins that property owners are losing a lot of rights and need to
have some say as to what is done with their property.
. He noted that the vacant property between Short, Nelson and Mason Streets was listed
as "Park" on the map. He believed that this piece of property had been a discussed at
City Council and it had been decided to use as this as a park but not designate it as
"Park",
. He had no real problems with all the changes and thought the guidelines had been
improved a lot with the help of the "Preserve the Village" committee.
Commissioner Fowler-
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Commissioner Fowler-
. Page 13 & 16, in the section that starts- Similarity in scale... it says "most homes are
one or two story's high" and it should just say "homes are one or two story", as we
have no three story buildings.
. Page 19, No.2, under Colors, "signs should be allowed to incorporate more than three
different colors. Victorian buildings often used more than three colors as mentioned by
the ARC.
. Sidewalks - agreed with Heather Jensen that they hard to keep clean.
. Considers the guidelines a little too restrictive. The Guidelines should be fluid. We
need to accept some changes, be flexible, and encourage the Village to be viable.
Chair Costello said when we amend the guidelines and they go into the Municipal Code
what weight do they carry.
Ms. McClish replied that they are guidelines, but the process needs to be followed because
they are incorporated by reference into the Development Code. The approving bodies still
have the ability to approve a project if it does not infringe upon the historic integrity of the
District.
Commissioner Brown said he did not believe the Guidelines would interfere with commerce
in the Village. Page 5 gives building owners flexibility to maintain and keep a commercial
enterprise ongoing.
1. Commissioner Brown made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Guthrie to add
language to page 5, end of paragraph two, stating HAny request for the demolition, or
relocation of an historic building requires notice be given to the ARC and the Planning
Commission H. The motion passed with a 3/2 vote, with Commissioners Keen and
Fowler voting against.
2. Commissioner Brown made a motion, seconded by Chair Costello to add language to
pages 11,14, and 18, which states that Hwhere possible concrete block in residential
districts shall be faced with materials recommended within the Design GuidelinesH. The
motion failed with a 4/1 vote, with Commissioners, Fowler, Guthrie, Keen and Chair
Costello voting against.
3. Commissioner Guthrie made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Brown, to add
language to Page 11, under the heading Brick and Concrete Block that states, "that the
use of exposed plain concrete block material is discouraged in the Historic Village
Commercial District. The motion was unanimously approved with a 510 vote.
4. Commissioner Brown made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Guthrie to change the
language on Page 14, No.5 that states, "one and two car garages should be detached
or located to the rear of the residence where feasible and where such placement is in
keeping with the existing character of the neighborhood. The motion was unanimously
approved with a 510 vote.
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5. Commissioner Keen made a motion seconded by Commissioner Fowler to strike the
language on Page 22, "Definitions", under the heading "Historic Structure", second
sentence that states ...<\ stfl:JffrlM'!:B eaR a.'S8 138 et3fls':de"'~ed Ii/awds if .:r is assBc/ares ~...':th
BR S'w'-eRt(::r,' af' pfH'~SBRtS-) .mp8.-tsRt."R the Eif3T,/-e!9j9meRt 8t 8 C':tv Sf .-eg/SR. The motion
failed with a 3/2 vote with Commissioners Brown, Guthrie and Chair Costello voting
against.
6. Commissioner Fowler made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Brown that on Page
19, second column under heading "Colors", No.2, language should read "signs should
incorporate no more than four colors and strike "TaB ffll:lch CBRYBst IE/urea the
effeet/',/sfless 8t the si{fl1 aRd ereares BR 8fjl3ea.~aRee sf Nl3tfS)'fiBSS". The motion passed
with a 4/1 vote, with Chair Costello against.
7. Commissioner Guthrie made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Brown to add to
page 19, under the heading "Materials", No.7, language that states "Heatform plastic
signs are not permitted". The motion was unanimously approved with a 5/0 vote.
8. Commissioner Guthrie made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Brown to add the
language on Page 20, under the heading Awnings and Canopies, No.3, to state
"Materials stretched taut over rigid framework is not permitted". The motion passed
with a 3/2 vote, with Commissioners Fowler and Keen against.
9. Commissioner Brown made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Guthrie, that the
Planning Commission recommend to the City Council to amend Title 16, Chapter 16.08
of the Arroyo Grande Municipal Code and Design Overlay 2.4 revising the Design
Guidelines for Historic Districts, including Exhibit 'B' as amended by the Planning
Commission and adopt
RESOLUTION NO. 02-1820
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
ARROYO GRANDE RECOMMENDING THAT THE CITY COUNCIL
AMEND TITLE 16, CHAPTER 16.08 OF THE ARROYO GRANDE
MUNICIPAL CODE AND DESIGN OVER LA Y 2.4 TO REVISE THE
DESIGN GUIDELINES FOR HISTORIC DISTRICTS
AYES: Commissioners Brown, Fowler, Guthrie, Keen and Chair Costello
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
the foregoing resolution was adopted this 5th day of February, 2002.
NON-PUBLIC HEARING - EAST GRAND AVENUE ER PLAN, CITY OF ARROYO
GRANDE- Prepared by Rob Strong
Rob Strong distributed a of the newly produced draft of the East Grand Avenue
Enhancement Pia e Planning Commission. He said he was providing this preview to
Mark Vasquez RECEIVED
307 South Mason Street
Arroyo Grande, California 93420 FES 0 5 2002
Arroyo Grande Planning Department CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE
215 East Branc h Street
Arroyo Grande, California 93420 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPT.
Feb 5, 2002
RE: Arroyo Grande Village Design GUidelines
Good Day,
This letter IS in response to review of your packet for tonight's Planning Commission Meeting.
As will not be able to attend the meeting tonight, I feel that my thoughts and concerns should be Included
via this letter.
First, I have mentioned at prevIous meetings my concern regarding garages In the reSidential distncts,
however I feel that In the final outcome my concerns got confused. My concern IS that as originally stated
In the draft last October that ~ flexibility should be provided for garage location if lAf}!]rr:mted due
to site restrictions.
The current wording allows that flexibility, however does not give adequate leverage to require the
Intended location to the rear. A suggestion might be to add a sentence to Paragraph 5, Building Design,
Page 14 "ARC review IS required If garages are proposed in a location other than to the rear of the
residence." This would ensure that "The appearance of garage doors shall be minimized whenever possible."
because a review body would make that decIsion, not the property owner.
This IS an Important issue as the village continues to redevelop and renew it's hertlage. This measure would
ensure the subtle Inclusion of the automobile in the village rather than the dominance of garages and
associated vehicle parking to the front of these historically characterIStic structures.
Secondly, after reviewing the gUidelines It occurs to me that Pargraph 3, Building Design, Page 14 only
encourages the use of the architectural styles listed.
Since the current Development Code does not require ARC or Planning Commission review for new
construction of single family residences In this dlstnct ("permitted" per development code), review would
be performed by planning staff, using this document only, to ensure the hlstonc character of this area.
This document should therefore either require owners to use one of the architectural styles listed or
provide for ARC review If other styles are proposed. This gives your staff some solid ground to stand on
for enforcement and also provides the ability for owners to present new Ideas. If these gUidelines have no
"teeth" to require compliance with the Intent of the hlstonc preservation of the village, then all of your
work goes to waste for a property owner who chooses to Ignore these "guidelines" which provide for
historic preservation that IS "encouraged". This property owner could apply for a building permit and uSing
the construction matenals listed and number of colors, create a myriad of architectural styles, many of
which do not fit the village area.
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Mark Vasquez
307 South Mason Street
Arroyo Grande, California 93420
Arroyo Grande Planning Department
215 East Branch Street
Arroyo Grande, Califoma 93420
Feb 5, 2002
RE: Arroyo Grande Village Design GUidelines
Third, I am concerned about the overall pedestrian feel of the village. This concern was vOiced regarding the
parkway effect which IS In much of the village residential area. I feel this feature gives a great deal to the
overall look of this area. In the past, the city standard has been to require 6 ft sidewalk at the back of the
curb. This look is not In the best Interest of the historic feel of the village.
Paragraph 4, Site Design, Page 14 addresses this issue, however I revisit this because I wish to make sure
that all of the City Departments work In concert on this Issue.
First, Public Works must be behind this Issue, because they are the agency dealing with street
improvements.
Additionally, while stating that "Existing parkways shall be malntained.", the guidelines do not deal with
what materials are "maintained". To some people, concrete, brick or rock would be low maintenance and
would meet the reqUirement as presented. This practice of hardscape should be specifically not allowed.
Occasional hardscape crossings such as 36" wide once every 30 ft or stepping stones intermingled with
the landscape might be listed as acceptable.
It seems that the Intent of a "parkway" would be provided with low growing ground cover which can take at
least occasional foot traffic or lawn materials. This Issue should be dealt with now and more thoroughly,
so as not to create confusion at a later date and give "design gUidance" to the residents of these areas.
Additionally, the gUidelines should encourage parkways to be developed with automatic Irrigation for
"substantial new construction." This requirement would be placed upon new permits at time of Issuance
and to be completed pnor to permit final. As a pOint of clarification, "substantial" should be clanfled by
some reference to percent of assessed value, floor space ratio to eXisting, or other quantified method to
be fair to all applicants. To leave this open to Interpretation will cause problems later.
Thank You for the opportunity to participate In the process of review and comment for this document. I
congratulate all of you on your efforts to maintain our City heritage for the residents and future
generations. Your planning staff has been most helpful and should be commended for their hard work and
patience throughout this process. Again, I offer these comments for your consideration and hope that
they might help In your finalization of these guidelines.
Mark Vasquez
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February 5, 2002 RECEIVED
To: The Planning Commission and FEB 0 5 2002
Community Development Department Staff CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPT.
From: Chuck Fellows, Chairman, Preserve The Village
THANK YOU for your efforts toward better Guidelines and preservation of our Village small town atmosphere.
The draft that you have before you is a huge improvement over the Guidelines that are in use today and have
been for the last seven years or so. Even so, we (PTV) feel that there are a few more changes necessary in order
to make the Guidelines as effective as possible. So I thank you for the opportunity to speak before you tonight.
Some of our suggestions may seem unnecessary to you. You've read the latest version of the Guidelines and
they sound pretty good. They mention "history," "heritage," "natural resources," "unique qualities," "visual
character," "sense of fit" and so on. Sounds nice! But after almost two years on the ARC I've learned that
many of the people who want to develop a property in our city interpret guidelines for their own purpose. They
look for the weak spots, ambiguities, loopholes and gaps. Then they use them to build what they want. Just
look at the project at the west gateway to the Village.
We feel that the incorporation of the following suggestions into the Guidelines is a very important step in
protecting the character and quality of the Village. Our recommended changes are:
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'/ P. 2, second column, paragraph below the bullets: strike".. . creativity and innovation...." Substitute
"".creative use of them." The word "innovation" worries us.
0/ P. 5, first full paragraph: The old guidelines have this paragraph starting with the sentence: "The demolition of
historic structures should be avoided whenever possible." This was somewhat weak, but at least it reinforced
the philosophy that WE WANT OUR HISTORY PRESERVED! Now the wording is gone. Either put the old
sentence back in or substitute "The demolition of historic structures shall be avoided." Or".. .is discouraged."
J P. 5, first full paragraph: "historic district overlay" is used. In the next paragraph "Historic Design Overlay" is
seen. Back on page iii the map is labeled "DESIGN OVERLAY DISTRICT MAP" without the word historic.
Shouldn't all of these be the same?
P. II, the second paragraph says or implies that new projects should incorporate the materials on this page.
Therefore the inclusion of concrete block should be qualified with "Concrete block shall be faced with brick or
plaster or other material shown on this page."
/ P. 11, fourth paragraph: "batten" is misspelled.
J P. 12, after"... French style door with wood trim" insert "or a vintage door or a recreation of a vintage door"
J P. 13, paragraph beneath the photo: shouldn't "overlay district" be consistent with similar phrases elsewhere?
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I P. 13, second column, first complete paragraph: add a last sentence dealing with new concrete block foundation
walls not being permitted by the development code, if such is the case. If they are permitted, they "shall be
faced with brick or stone."
P. 14, paragraph 4 under Site Design: This is a good addition that came as a result of input from a local architect
who lives in the Village residential area. It should be expanded to read "New and existing parkways shall be
landscaped with the appropriate number of street trees and lawn grass or other low-growing herbaceous plants
and shall be maintained on a regular basis. New parkways shall be installed with substantial new construction.
Paving of the parkway with rocks, gravel, asphalt or concrete is not permitted."
I P. 14,4 under Building Design: "it" has been left out.
j P. 14, paragraph 5 under Building design: "architectural style" should be replaced by "existing character of the
neighborhood" or other similar wording. As it is now worded it implies that the garage need not be at (or
toward) the rear if the architect doesn't feel like it.
.; P. 17: the section headings Building Design and the next two should not be all caps.
.j P. 17, second column, paragraph 2 under Building Design: remove "gable," from the middle of the paragraph.
Add a last sentence "Buildings combining a gable roof with a false front were very common elements of Village
architecture during the historic period. Several still remain today. The use of this building style, standing alone
or in association with other historic styles, is encouraged."
,/ P. 18, SIGNS: The sign shown is not a good example of something with an historic look. The "South County
Historical Society" sign on the Odd Fellows Hall is a wonderful example. The Branch Street Realty sign has an
old fashioned look too. And, even though they do not exclusively use historic fonts and materials, the signs at
Andreini's, Wilderness Outfitters and the Santa Manuela Schoolhouse do enhance the Village atmosphere.
( P. 19, second column: Add a paragraph 7 - "Heat-formed plastic signs are not permitted." Back when the
Guidelines included such a prohibition, such signs still ended up being used, so it's better to leave the language
in, even though the prohibition is implied elsewhere.
.( P. 20, paragraph 3 under Awnings and Canopies: add ", materials stretched taut over a rigid framework is not."
as part of the last sentence. This wording is an attempt to avoid an encore of the type of awnings that are seen
at the Village Centre. These have the very contemporary look of galvanized metal or even Fiberglas.
,I P. 20, first paragraph under Rear Entries: Add "board and batten" after"... wood siding..."
V P. 21, the wording of paragraph 2 under Street Furniture - "Ornamental street lights shall be required in the
same areas as exposed aggregate sidewalks." would eliminate the area east of Mason Street. It that your intent?
Let me say again that we do not feel that these suggested changes are trivial. We hope that you will give them
your serious consideration.
THANK YOU!
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From: scott and beth wachenheim <beloveds@earthlink.net>
To: Chuck Fellows <Fellows1@earthlink.net>
Date: Sunday, February 03,20029:19 PM
Subject: Planning Comm. meeting
What do you think of these? If you like it as is, then please bring to Teresa on Monday so she
can distribute it as she did last time. If not please call with you comments...Thanks...Scott
To: Planning Commission Members
Community Development Staff
From: Scott Wachenheim, vice chairperson, Preserve the Village
February 5, 2002
Thank you for the opportunity to continue to comment on the revised Design Guidelines for
Historic Districts. Preserve the Village has actively been involved in commenting on the
revisions of the past few months. We are pleased with the efforts of the Staff and the ARC to
fine tune the Guidelines so that it truly implements the goal of preserving our historical
resources. The good news is that with each step of the process, the revision has been
improved. Now, as we approach the final revision, there still are a few items which need to be
revised.
1. In the notes of the Special meeting of the ARC last week, on page 2 of Teresa McClish's
/ clarifications it is stated that the
. "ARC will make a recommendation to the Community Development Director or Planning
Commission regarding demolitions or relocations, but the ultimate decision can be appealed...
The public then would be notified of a project regarding demolition or relocation through the
normal Agenda distribution process."
Preserve the Village feels that it is critical that the public be involved in demolition and
relocation decisions since they may affect the historic fabric of our Village. The flow chart
seems to apply to projects rather than demolition or relocation permits, and on page 5
paragraph 3 of Proiects Subiect to the Guidelines it is stated that" Request for a demolition or
relocation permit within the historic district overlay shall be subject to prior review by the
Community Development Director for environmental review." It is still not clearly stated in
. the revised Guidelines just how the ARC becomes involved and how the public is
v' informed and involved in proposed demolitions or relocations. Preserve the Village
would like this clarified in the revision. We would also like to have clarified the standards by
which the ARC decides whether their recommendation on demolitions and relocations goes to
the CDD or the Planning Commission. A suggested change of wording might be: "Decisions
of the Community Development Director are subject to approval by the ARC and
, Planning Commission to allow for public comment on demolitions and relocations."
"
2. We appreciate the improvements made in the Definitions section of the revision. However,
we still feel strongly that a Historic Structure is one that is at least 50 years old. This is the
cut off used by the California Register of Historic Resources and by the National Register. The
v' present wording of "constructed prior to 1940" is too restrictive, and as the years pass would
prevent more recent structures from gaining the status of historic. With this wording it is even
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possible that a building that is eligible for listing on the State Register might not qualify as a
historic structure in our historic district! We request that the wording reflect the 50 year criteria
v as it did in the originaI1991\Guidelines. Please note that a building can still be historic without
being built during the historic period of the Village, 1870-1939.
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3. At the end of the 4th paragraph on page 5 "Plot plan Review" we feel the following should
v be added:
"Exterior alterations that affect the significance of a historic structure shall be
avoided."
4. Page 11, under Stucco or Plaster, we would like the last sentence changed to read:
y "When using stucco or plaster, the design should include ornamentation of brick or
stone detailing when feasible."
5. Page 13, second column, fourth paragraph, last sentence. We would like the word
"historic" used rather than "customary" :
/ "The use of these materials is discouraged unless their appearance simulates that of
. the historic materials."
6. page 18, left column, number 1. We would like the last sentence to say:
"Plywood panels are not appropriate."
On behalf of Preserve the Village and its members, thank you for taking the time to consider
and deliberate on each of these items.
RECEIVED
FES 0 4 2002
CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPT.
2/4/02
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She had to apply for a variance to build a single car garage and agreed that care
should be taken in the wording of the guidelines.
Public Comment Closed.
II. PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS
A. DEVELOPMENT CODE AMENDMENT CASE NO. 01-003 - DESIGN GUIDELINES
FOR HISTORIC DISTRICTS; APPLICANT - CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE;
LOCATION - VILLAGE OF ARROYO GRANDE
Ryan Hostetter, Planning Intern, said the proposed Guidelines are consistent with
the 2001 General Plan- section LU-6 and are intended to sustain, enhance and
expand the historic village core, including maintaining a distinctive visual and
physical environment for the southern gateway streetscape along Station Way and
Traffic Way.
The Guidelines, incorporated by reference in Section 9-01.160 of the Development
Code, are intended to provide a variety of design choices and flexibility for both the
development of new projects and renovations. Projects are evaluated by applying
the Development Code standards, supplemented with the design guidance criteria
specified in the Guidelines for the applicable overlay district.
The proposed Guidelines apply to two districts: Village Core Commercial and
Village Core Residential (Design Overlay 2.4) and the historic design overlay district
along Traffic Way (2.11). The Village Residential and the Village Commercial
district guidelines remained relatively intact, with the "shoulds" having been
changed to "shalls", making the Guidelines more definitive.
Each section summarizes the existing character of the district and appropriate
guidelines to maintain a "sense of fit" for historic character preservation. Design
Overlay District 2.4 was expanded to include residential neighborhoods along Le
Point, Whiteley, South Mason, Short, and Allen Streets, which were previously
excluded from the Guidelines.
For historic districts, aesthetic standards are an important component of land use
regulation. The purpose of the Guidelines is to let design professionals know in
advance which standards are acceptable for the applicable district. However, the
Guidelines are meant to provide direction without dictating specific design
solutions. Any specific property development standard proposed for an overlay
district must be processed as a specific amendment to the appropriate section of
the Development Code.
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Committee Member Hoag asked if the areas outlined in black were being added to
the Design Guidelines for the first time?
Ms. Hostetter said Rob Strong recommended these areas as possibly being included
because they are very visible from the highway.
Commissioner Guthrie asked staff to clarify the difference between design overlay
2.4 and 2.11 .
Ms. Hostetter stated they are distinctly different areas even though they are both
called "Village Core", and separate guidelines have been written for each area.
Commissioner Brown stated that the two-car garage requirement in the guidelines
is a modern-day requirement and does not necessarily fit with the historic Village
area. ' Many of the houses in the Village were not built for two-car garages.
Kerry McCants, Community Development Director stated if there are
inconsistencies in what the Development Code requires and what the Design
Guidelines recommend it will necessitate a subsequent amendment to the
Development Code.
Commissioner Costello- referred to page 18 of the guidelines and asked which
period it refers to where it states "sign materials and lettering styles of the historic
period ...".
Melonie Hodges said the ARC had recommended fonts for the banners, but not for
signage.
Commissioner Guthrie stated:
. Font types are referred to in the guidelines, but there is no reference to which
font types.
. In the introduction in the middle of para9raph th ree, second sentence,
...preserve only... should say ...preserve not only...
. Where is the bar going to be set on preservation of historic buildings, which
buildings would be put on the survey?
. We need to establish what the character of the Village is, what the historic era
is.
. We need to establish what the scale is; the guidelines are very vague.
. It should be clarified where exposed aggregate on streets/sidewalks shall be
allowed.
. It should be established which historic period is being referred to in the
guidelines.
Teresa McClish, Associate Planner said:
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. In reference to the support structures regarding historic buildings and
demolitiDn of them, we refer to the 1991 survey in the guidelines and we could
tie this survey to that paragraph. The language would have to remain regarding
public health and safety.
. With reference to the definition of the center of the VilJage on Page 15, second
paragraph, under the heading Existing Character, it mentions many of the
historic commercial buildings as bein9 erected in the period 1885 to 1910.;
further in the guidelines it says that we would like to keep within the existing
character. We can tighten up the language, but caution that it may become too
restrictive.
. Staff would like to add some language regarding scale.
Commissioner Guthrie stated commercial real estate seems to be moving toward
large buildings. If we want to maintain character we have to be quite direct in
mentioning that we do not want large buildings or maybe large buildings could be
made to look like the rest of the Village.
Committee Member Hoag stated that it depends where you are in the Village and
the size of the parcel. Most of the lots in the Village are less than 30 feet wide.
He referred to the language on page 15, third paragraph, that does provide some
direction and could be made more specific as a guideline. On the large lots we may
need to look at amending the Development Code to establish a maximum lot size in
the VC district.
After further discussion regarding scale Committee Member Hoag summarized:
. Maintain the human scale of the buildings of the Village.
. Keep zero sideyard setback.
. Keep a sense of enclosure and closeness to the pedestrian - keep zero setback
on the streetscape.
. Create a look that makes the building feel above a persons normal line of site
(such as by not having a flat roof).
. Details such a volume of windows to walls can be specified, but first put the
teeth back into the guidelines then maybe later take the guidelines and improve
them to include more details.
Commissioner Fowler referred to:
. Page 13- language that was in the original guidelines regarding having drought
resistant trees has been left out of these amended guidelines and I suggest this
be included.
. Page 19,-second paragraph- why should the awnings not be stretched taut?
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Committee Member Hoag said that the ARC has been recommending that the
awnings should not have the modern angular look to them, so they should not be
stretched taut.
Committee Member Hodges described the turn-of-the-century awnings as being
loose looking.
Commissioner Brown stated that he would like to see some sections of the
residential guidelines address one-car garages.
Committee Member Hoag suggested that staff could have some language that
would allow an 'adjustment' in the Village area rather than a Variance.
Kerry McCants said staff would look at some kind of an exception provision that
would not require a Variance.
Committee Member Kielan stated:
. Construction materials - He would like to see more specific requirements
stated.
. Page 13- He would like to see the number of colors used on a building be more
than three.
. He did not believe the requirement for exposed aggregate sidewalks would be
beneficial in the Village. He would prefer to see solid concrete. such as is on
the sidewalks that go up the side streets.
Melonie Hodges stated that solid concrete is historic and part of our history.
Commissioner Brown stated that the sidewalks are narrower than the code
requires.
Committee Member Hoag said the exposed aggregate with colored cement was put
in during the 1960's and is consistent over two blocks of the Village. The issue is
do we want to continue this on the side streets?
Commissioner Costello stated that this document is a guideline. and it needs to
have some flexibility to enable us to work with an applicant.
Committee Member Ohler made reference to:
. Page 13, Building Design. he would like to see a more specific reference. maybe
a reference to the Development Code.
. Page 13. referencing garages- Buildings should be made to function and off-
street storage is desirable, but there needs to be some flexibility. He suggested
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a statement at the beginning of the guidelines saying that these are just
guidelines and subject to interpretation.
. Colors - some buildings in commercial section are too bland and need more
contrasting colors.
. Design- it should be realized that the Village grew out of many individual
designs and this is what gives it the individual flavor.
Committee Member Hodges also made reference to:
. Buildin9 coJors- three colors may fit for styles such as Craftsman, but for styles
such as Queen Anne Victorian, where adding colors would enhance the details,
there should be more choice. We do have many different styles in the Village
so based on this fact three or fewer colors would be too restrictive.
Committee Member Hoag stated the guidelines are very good and staff did a
remarkable job completing them in the short time and resources they had. We
should try to get these guidelines in place as soon as we can and then explore the
possibility whether the City as a whole wants to budget something more elaborate.
He further stated:
. Page 3, 2nd column, the sthat begins with Elevations... we are mixing two
different things. We need architectural elevations of the building itself and thEm
a sectional drawing that shows the scale of the building in relation to the
neighboring buildings.
. Page 3, second column, the paragraph that begins "Any other data requested..."
should state "Any other data such as models or digital images on disc can be
requested by the Community Deve/opment Department, Planning Commission,
or Architectura/ Review Committee when required".
. Page 19, sign illumination- if we do not want internally lighted signs we should
state this.
. Page 21, third paragraph under Building Design- roof structure and roofing
material are two different things; we need to clarify this.
. Page 24, we should try to define the historic period and what is meant by
"historic" and it should be consistent throughout the document.
Commissioner Guthrie further stated:
. Establish historic buildings as those being on the existing survey and how
establish how the survey would be developed.
. Page 13- the residential section of the guidelines encourages the use of
architectural styles from the 1870's - 1930's; a consistent historic period needs
to be established throughout the guidelines.
. Page 1- Introduction, it should be stressed that new Architectural ideas are not
being sought, but rather creative ways to use old ideas on new buildings.
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Commissioner Guthrie referred to a checklist he had handed out that references
what specific elements of a project are going to need to be analyzed and how they
would fit into the guidelines. The checklist was put together after the last joint
meeting.
Commissioner Guthrie further stated that the Spanish Eclectic style, listed under
Architectural Styles, be eliminated as he did not believe this style fitted with the
period that the guidelines refer to.
Committee Member Hoag replied that Spanish Ecliptic before 1939 should not be
excluded as this is part of the heritage of Central California and is quite a
distinctive style. There is a beautiful Spanish 2-story house that adds to character
to the village and can be seen in the Village Residential area.
Commissioner Guthrie referred to Page 9 where it states "Future renovations and
development within the Village Core area..." should state that "renovated buildings
should be recreated to look like the original. In addition he would like to see stucco
eliminated as a building material for commercial buildings.
Commissioner Keen said he disagreed with eliminating StUCCD as quite a few of the
buildings in the Village are stucco.
Commissioner Guthrie then stated that the use of simulated materials would be
acceptable if the guidelines included a definition of simulation and that it could be
demonstrated that the materials do not look simulated.
Committee Member Hodges replied that it is tough to define simulation; some
simulated materials really look good, but it is hard to define.
Chair Costello stated that it could be requested that the simulated materials be
approved by the ARC, and stated that approval of materials is something that the
ARC has already built in.
After further discussion about the commercial buildings in the Village Core
Committee Member Hoag suggested:
. Language be included in the guidelines that says the "commercial emphasize
should be on vertical massing as opposed to horizontal".
. Page 15, under the heading "Sense of Experimentation", change the word
experimentation to diversity.
Commissioner Guthrie went on to state:
. He would like to see more than three colors on buildings, especially on large
buildings.
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. Page 18- regarding historic lettering on signs, there should be some sort of
definition and maybe some examples like the banners.
Committee Member Hodges reminded the Commissioners that all new sign designs
do come before the ARC.
Committee Member Hoag said for the banner fonts they had given five examples of
specific fonts, but cautioned against picking specific fonts for signs and did not
think it a good idea to be that rigid.
Ms. McClish stated that within the Village Core district there is residential also; so
this would be 'mixed use' and these standards have not yet been determined.
Commissioner Keen stated that on page 17 there are three different paragraphs
that require ARC approval. He thought it was too pricey to bring small changes
such as a door material to the ARC.
Committee Member Hoag said if a project requires a Plot Plan Review (PPRJ and
comes to the Committee, a substitute material can be approved the same time.
Ms. McClish said that a PPR can be approved by Staff and may not have to go to
the ARC.
Commissioner Keen stated:
. That stucco can be made to fit into the look that we want and to say stucco
does belong in the historic period we are trying to simulate is not correct, even
missions were stuccoed.
. On page 19, where it states "neon tubing signs that approximate the
appearance of historic neon signs...", this is a matter of interpretation and WhD
can say what was in a certain period. He went on to say it would be better to
say no neon as in the long range we can do without this. He would not exclude
'open' signs etc, just signs on buildings.
. He had looked through the guidelines at changing the shou/ds to shalls and he
did not find anything that he disapproved of but he would hate to give a blanket
approval to this idea.
Committee Member Hoag stated that neon tubing can be made to look of the
period if it is on the inside of windows and if it is to scale.
Commissioner Fowler said she would like to see numbering added as it was in the
old guidelines.
Commissioner Brown said he had a concern over lot sizes versus building sizes.
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Chair Costello said he saw no major problems with the Historic Guidelines as they
were drafted.
Commissioner Brown said he would like to see the changes discussed included in
the guidelines before recommending approval.
Commissioner Keen referencing the aggregate sidewalks said he did not see a
reason to disturb existing sidewalk. It should be decided where we should stop the
aggregate sidewalk.
Ms. McClish said it should be decided how historical structures should be defined,
by the 1991 surveyor by the period from 1870 - 1939 (or prior to 1939).
Chair Costello said Staff should make the changes then to come back before the
ARC, then the Planning Commission, and if there are still major disagreements they
could hold another joint meeting.
ARC Chair Hoag thanked Staff for the excellent job they had done on the
guidelines.
Chair Costello said this would be the Community Developments Director's last
meeting and thanked Kerry McCants very much for his service to the City and
Community.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:40 p.m. on a
motion by Commissioner Keen, seconded by Commissioner Fowler and
unanimously carried.
ATTEST:
Lyn Reardon-Smith, CommissiDn Clerk Joseph Costello, Chair
AS TO CONTENT:
Kerry L. McCants,
Community Development Director
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CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE
SPECIAL MEETING OF THE
ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE (ARC)
MONDAY, JANUARY 28,2002
The meeting of the City of Arroyo Grande Architectural Review Committee was
called to order at 3:45 p.m.
ROLL CALL: Present were Committee members Warren Hoag, Chair, Chet Kielan,
Vice Chair, Chuck Fellows, Jamie Ohler and Melanie Hodges. Also present were
staff members Rob Strong, Teresa McClish, Ryan Foster, and lain Haworth.
I. PUBLIC COMMENT
II. PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS
A. DEVELOPMENT CODE AMENDMENT 01-003 - DESIGN GUIDELINES FOR
HISTORIC DISTRICTS; APPLICANT - CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE;
LOCATION - VILLAGE OF ARROYO GRANDE
Teresa McClish, Associate Planner, introduced the proposal to amend portions of
Title 16 of the Arroyo Grande Municipal Code by revising the "Design Guidelines for
Historic Districts". Letters from Scott Wachenheim, Chuck Fellows and Howard
Miura regarding content and grammatical changes were distributed to the
committee. There are some formatting issues that will be cleaned up along with
other suggestions from this meeting. There are some major changes from the
previous Design Guidelines which include geographical changes to the district which
will be covered by the guidelines, omission of the Traffic Way District which will
have its own Master Plan, and changes in the language to strengthen the guidelines.
The letter from Howard Miura, AICP was read by Teresa McClish and is attached
(Attachment 1). Chuck Fellows stepped down due to a potential conflict of interest
and read his letter (Attachment 2). Scott Wachenheim, vice chairperson, Preserve
the Village read his letter (Attachment 3), Mark Vasquez spoke regarding the
Village Residential District:
. Issues regarding maintenance of new and existing parkways.
. Limiting the use of stucco to Spanish Eclectic or Bungalow styles.
. Insert wording on page 13, number five under Building Design to minimize
the view of garage doors.
Clarifications from Teresa McClish:
. The ARC will be involved in any project that involves the Design Guidelines
for Historic Districts, but this may not be in the form of a variance.
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. The Historic Resource Survey will an appendix to the Design Guidelines.
. ARC will make a recommendation to the Community Development Director
or Planning Commission regarding demolitions or relocations, but the ultimate
decision can be appealed (to the Planning Commission if the Community
Development Director is receiving the recommendation, or to the City
Council if the Planning Commission is receiving the recommendation). The
public then would be notified of a project regarding demolition or relocation
through the normal Agenda distribution process.
. Discussion about the suggested definition of Historic Structure including the
phrase, "...when it is at least 50 years old..." and whether this continuously
expanding time frame is appropriate.
. Page 13, under site design, adding a bullet number four regarding new and
existing parkway maintenance.
Comments from ARC:
Howard Miura Letter
. The flow chart shows the ARC will be involved in the variance process
. The reference to page 17 looks like it should be page 14
Chuck Fellows Letter
. The comment about page 2 regarding the "...gable, hip or gambrel... not
proper..." won't be a complete restriction to the use of gables and false'
fronts on original village buildings, because of the phrase "...generally not
proper.. . "
. The point about page 19, number three under Awnings and Canopies not
including the phrase, ".. .are not permitted. Allowed material shall not be
stretched taut over a rigid framework." This will be addressed when
changes are being discussed.
Scott Wachenheim Letter
. Concern by Warren Hoag regarding the possible lack of availibility of
replacement materials that closely resemble the original materials, mentioned
on page 17, number four under the Construction Materials section, "...they
should be replaced with materials that match the original in design, color,
and texture.".
Mark Vasquez Comments
. Suggestion by Chet Kielan of the use of "smooth finish plaster" instead of
"stucco"
. Comments by Warren Hoag that there are a variety of ways to word the
minimalization of the view of garage doors but need to make sure not to limit
excessively.
The followinq chanqes were approved bv the ARC (all votes were 4-0):
. Expanded Boundaries (outlined in black on page ii)
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. Page 2 -:- add wording that the Historical Survey completed in 1991 is
included in the appendix but not including the phrase "incorporated by
reference"
. Page 3 - right hand column, fifth bullet, "Elevations showinQ all visible sides
and the relationship..."
. Page 3 - right hand column, sixth bullet, omit "...ane types fer some
projects"
. Page 4 - left hand column, third paragraph, add "Request for a demolition or
relocation permit..."
. Page 4 - right hand column, second bullet, add "...is changed and where a
siQnificant feature of a historic structure is not impaired.
. Page 7 - first paragraph, second sentence, add, "These styles represent
much of the existing architecture..."
. Page 1 0 - Picture for the Yellow Indigenous Sand Stone section, change
from black & white to color
. Page 11 - Last paragraph (Window Sashes and Door Frames) remove picture
example of the door (Arroyo Grande Meat Co.)
. Page 13 - left hand column, bullet number three under "Site Design", omit
from third sentence, "...shall be landscaped to l3e compatiblo with the
majority of nei!jhborin!j preperties and maintained..."
. Page 13 - add a new number four under the Site Design section: "Existing
parkways shall be maintained. New parkways shall be installed with
substantial new construction."
. Page 13 - right hand column, number five under the Building Design section,
add second sentence: "The appearance of garage doors shall be minimized
as much as possible"
. Page 13 - right hand column, number one under the Construction Materials
section, replace "stucco" with "plaster" in the second and fourth sentences.
In the fourth sentence, change to "Plaster is acceptable for renovations
involving styles such as Spanish Eclectic or bungolos."
. Page 14 - second sentence under the Building Colors section should read,
"The use of florescent 'neon', 'day-glo' colors or briQht primarv colors as
the predominant shade on building facades is not permitted."
. Page 17 - left hand column, number one under Construction Materials, the
fourth sentence should read, "Wood cladding shall be of painted clapboard,
painted weatherboard, or board and batten styles.", as suggested by Scott
Wachenheim
. Page 17 - right hand column, number two under Building Colors, change
verb tense to read, "...colors on building facades is not permitted... "
. Page 17 - left hand column, number one under Construction Materials, add a
sentence in-between the current fourth and fifth sentences that reads,
"Materials of similar design, color and texture may be considered."
. Page 17 - number four under Construction Materials, the second sentence
should read, "If the original materials have deteriorated and must be
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January 28, 2002
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removed, they shall be replaced with materials that match as closely as
possible the original in design, color, and texture."
. Page 17 - second paragraph under Building Colors, the second sentence
should be omitted, "In general, deeper earth tone solors are preferred for the
predominant buileling salor."
. Page 17 - number two under Building Colors, the sentence should read,
"...historic base colors should be used."
. Page 19 - number three under Awnings and Canopies, the third sentence
should read, "The use of loose valences and traditional vintage-stripped
awning material is encouraged."
. Page "2" (Definitions Page) - the second sentence for the definition of
Historic Structure should be changed to read, "A structure can also be
considered historic if it is associated with .@nl eventW or personW
important in the development of a city or region.", as requested by Scott
Wachenheim.
. From Scott Wachenheim's letter, agree NOT to make the changes regarding
the definition of "Historic Structure":
0 1. It is inslueled in the City of ^rroyo Grande !-listoris Resourse
Survey, whish is. part af these DesigR Guidelines and is attashed
hereta;
e 2. It qualifies far listing in the California Register of !-listeria
Rosourses;
0 4. It embodies FRany af the architestural sharasteristiss of a type,
period, region, impartant arshitest er builder, er method af
canstrustien.
. Page "2" (Definitions Page) - add the following definition for "Historic
Period": For the purposes of these Guidelines. the historic period of the
Villaqe is 1870 - 1939.
Motion made by Melanie Hodges and seconded by Chet Kielan to recommend
approval of Development Code Amendment 01-003 - Design Guidelines for Historic
Districts, based on the revisions made, and voted on, by the ARC at the current
meeting.
With the following roll call vote:
AYES 4
NOES: 0
PRESENT: 4
III. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 6:15 p.m.
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Howard H. Miura
From: Howard H. Miura <hhmiura@mindspring.com>
To: ARC <ihaworth@arroyogrande.org>
Sent: Monday, January 28,200212:30 PM
Subject: Development Code Amendment 01-003 - Design Guidelines For Historical District
Dear ARC Members and Community Development Staff:
f will be unable to attend the public hearing regarding the above subject item but I would like to make the
following comments. First, I would like to compliment staff for the excellent job in revising the present
document format. It looks great!! Upon reviewing both documents, I've noticed that the chapter on "Overall
Design Framework" was not included in the current revision. I feel that this chapter provides elements of
design that make the entire historical district unique and justifies the establishment of the development
guidelines. It also gives direction to developers on how it can incorporate design features that will contribute
to maintain or enhance the unique character of the historic district.
There are also some specific items that I would like to comment on regarding the guidelines.
On page 1, PLANNING PROCESS FLOW CHART. How does the process work in attaining a design
guideline variance to make a project consistent with the guidelines? Is the ARC part of the loop in the
variance process?
On page 14, Building Colors. Why was the use of color on a building, e.g. base, trim, and single accent
mentioned in the original document dropped? ARC could take a pro-active role rather than re-active position
in this situation.
On page 16, Site Design, 4., third sentence....should be changed to shall.
On page 17, Building Colors. Add or bright primary colors as predominant shade after ..colors in the
second sentence.
On page 20, Sidewalks, 1. "Exposed aggregate along Branch Street from Highway 101 to the east end
of the district" should be added to be consistent with the other mentioned areas in the paragraph.
In conclusion, I would like clarification on the last sentence of paragraph 4 regarding the statement in the
transmittal memorandum under DISCUSSION where it states .....unless the approving body find that the
objectives of the Guidelines are otherwise met." Will findings be stated by the approving body on how
the objectives were met to warrant approval? If not, then the decision may appear as a subjective political
judgement?
Thank you for the opportunity to comment to the guidelines.
Howard H. Miura, AICP
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Community Development Staff
From: Scott Wachenheim, vice chairperson, Preserve the Village
January 28, 2002
Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the revised Design Guidelines for Historic
Districts. The preservation of our village is dependent on the content, details and wording of
this document. As you know, the choice of a single word can have far reaching effects when
future projects are considered. Preserve the Village is pleased with your efforts to both
strengthen the guidelines and make them more definitive. The revision is much improved,
especially the strengthening of the design guidelines on pages 13, 14,16, and 17.
The rest of my comments are directed at strengthening some remaining weaknesses in the
revision. Because this document is so important to Preserve the Village and because I am
representing its almost 500 members who could not be present on a weekday afternoon given
such short notice, J request the time to present and have discussed several items.
page 2. At the end of the second paragraph add "This Historic Resource Survey is
attached and is part of these Design Guidelines."
There are several important reasons for including the Historic Resource Survey. It illustrates
the features upon which the guidelines are based. It identifies most of the historic buildings in
the district. Including them in the guidelines makes it easier to qualify them as State Historic
Resources. This in turn would encourage their preservation and restoration by present and
future owners using the state's building codes for historic restoration.
Page 4. Change the first sentence in paragraph 3 to read:" Request for a permit to demolish
or. relocate any structure that is within the historic district overlay......
Since the relocation of a historic structure may affect its significance, the relocation of
structures must be clearly addressed in the revision.
Page 4. Towards the end of the 3rd paragraph add: "Decisions of the Community
Development Director are subjecttoapproval by the ARC and Planning Commission to
allow for public comment on demolitions and relocations."
Since demolition or relocation of a historic structure has such a deep affect on the historic
fabric of the community, aI/owing for review by the public is necessary and fair.
Page 4. At the end of the 4th paragraph add: .. Exterior alterations that affect the
significance of a historic structure shall be,avoided."
1/28/02
Page 2 of3
Page 4. At the end of the 7th paragraph (Projects Not Subject to These Guidelines):
" Projects where less than 10% of the facade is changed and where a significant feature of a
historic structure is not impaired."
Since there are many features and details on historic buildings that exist within 10% of the
facade, these features need adequate protection.
Page 13. In the left column #3: "All front yards shall be landscaped to be compatible with the
majority of neighboring properties or shall employ drought resistant, native, wildlife plants
or food plants. They shall be maintained on a regular basis."
--7- Page 17. In the left column #1: "Wood cladding shall be of painted clapboard, painted
weather board or board and batten styles."
This avoids the requirement that board and batten be painted and eliminates plywood panels
completely.
Page 17. Right column #4: ....they "shall be replaced with materials..."
Use of shall is consistent with its use in #5 on page 14.
Page 17. Right column #2:..."historic base colors should be employed,"
Under DEFINITIONS:
"Historic Structure: A structure shall be considered historic when it is at least 50 years
old and anyone of the following criteria are met:
I) It is included in the City of Arroyo Grande Historic Resource Survey, which is part of
these Design Guidelines and is attached hereto;'
2) It qualifies for listing in the California Register of Historic Resources;
3) It is associated with person(s) or event(s) important in the development of the city,
region, or state; or
4) It embodies many of the architectural characteristics of a type, period, region,
important architect or builder, or method of construction.
These changes make the design guidelines more consistent with the state and national criteria
for a building being considered "historic." Please note that some buildings are historic because
of their association with more than one person or more than one event. It is necessary to
include the plural (persons and events) in the wording. For example, the Loomis Warehouse
is significant for its association with the development of farming in the valley, as well as the
narrow gauge railway. These qualify as events in our community's history.
On behalf of Preserve the Village and its members, thank you for taking the time to consider
and deliberate on each of these items.
l!28/02
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ATTACHMENT 5
Kerry here is my input for the design "check list" for the village guide lines.
Village Guide lines checklist
Historic Character:
Will the project destroy, diminish or obscure any building with major historical significance.
Major historical significance = historic designation
Will the project destroy, any building with minor historical or aesthetic significance
Minor = has unique historical or aesthetic quality
Does the project enhance the turn of the century "quality" of the village.
Village Scale
Will the project enhance the pedestrian quality of the village
set back, window and entry design, access to andfrom parking etc
Does the project "interact" with the adjacent building to enhance the pedestrian quality of the
village
Will the size, height, store tront width be in keeping with the building immediately adjacent and
in the over all concept for the village area. We should be able to provide some maximum height
and width for individunl store fronts.
Will the overall scale of the project over power the village. Will the project become a destination
on it's self or wi/I it contribute to the over all synergy of the village as a commercial center.
Does the project have an adverse impact on the surrounding neighbor hood natural area's.
ie does it affect access from the residential area or have and adverse effect on the creek.
Village design
Can the architectural style be identified and is it one of the historic styles encourage I required
for village development.
Are the finishes and architectural details in keeping with the village guide lines and architectural
style identified and do they enhance or detract trom the adjacent buildings
Are the colors chosen for the project in keeping with the village guide lines and architectural
style identified and do they enhance or detract trom the adjacent buildings.
1~9C!ty web -~~elopment Code Amendment 01-003 Design Guideline for Historical District Public Hearing~,===' ===:~aQe_~"1
ATTACHMENT 6
From: "Howard H. Miura" <hhmiura@mindspring.com>
To: "Michael A. Lady" <mlady@arroyogrande.org>, "Thomas A. Runels"
<agcity@arroyogrande.org>, "Jim Dickens" <jdickens@c20n.net>, "Tony M. Ferrara"
<tferrara@arroyogrande.org>, "Sandy Lubin" <slubin@cbslo.com>
Date: Sun, Feb 17, 2002 6:33 PM
Subject: Development Code Amendment 01-003 Design Guideline for Historical District Public
Hearing
Dear Mr. Mayor and Members of the City Council:
Upon reviewing the above subject document, I noticed that the chapter on "Overali Design Framework"
contained in the original guidelines was not included in the revised version. This chapter brings forth
elements that help clarify Arroyo Grande's unique environmental setting consisting of gateways,
landmarks, nodes, and districts. It establishes the reason for having development guidelines. It also
gives direction to designers on how to incorporate project development features that will maintain and
enhance the unique character of the historic district.
I would like to recommend to the Council that it direct staff to incorporate the elements contained in the
"Overali Design Framework" chapter of the original guidelines into the present document for Council's
review at a continued public hearing on Development Code Amendment 01-003.
Sincerely,
Howard H. Miura, AICP
713 Oak Leaf Circle
Arroyo Grande 93420
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Nicholas A. Alter
354 Corbett Canyon Road
Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
(805) 474-8062 Voice
(805) 474-8083 Fax
nickalter@mindsprinl!.com
February 20, 2002
Michael A. Lady, Mayor
Thomas A. Rune]s, Mayor Pro Tern
Tony M. Ferrara, Council Member
Jim Dickens, Council member
Sandy Lubin, Council Member
Dear Mayor and Council:
This is to ask for your approval of the revised Design Guidelines for Historic Districts as standards rather
than as guidelines, and to reflect this in the document's title and contents.
The vast majority of this revision's 75 "guidelines" are no longer presented as conditional "should"
statements, but as requirements. Additional1y, as Rob Strong points out in his cover memo to the Planning
Commission, by their incorporation in the Development Code, "the Guidelines are implemented as
standards for the associated Design Overlay District."
We need standards, not loosely worded guidelines, to ensure the protection of the "historic buildings,
architecture and sites that reflect the heritage of Arroyo Grande."
What we need, and what I believe this revision provides, is a set of standards that are neither too loose nor
too tight - standards that afford flexibility and judgment within carefuUy set limits.
The word "guidelines" implies a degree of voluntary compliance that is not pennitted and that sends the
wrong message. I hope you agree.
Sincerely,
~ {ttk-
RECEIVED
FEB 2 1 2002
CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPT.
RECEIVED
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February 21,2002 FEB 2 1 2002
CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPT.
To: The Mayor and members of the Arroyo Grande City Council
From: Chuck Fellows, Chairman, Preserve The Village, Inc.
THANK rOU for your efforts toward better Guidelines and preservation of our Village small town atmosphere.
The Guidelines draft that you have before you is a huge improvement over the Guidelines that are in use today
and have been for the last seven years or so. Even so, we (PTV) feel that a few more changes are necessary in
order to make the Guidelines as effective as possible. So I thank you for the opportunity to speak before you
tonight.
Some of our suggestions may seem unnecessary to you. You've read the latest version of the Guidelines and
they sound pretty good. They mention "history," "heritage," "natural resources," "unique qualities," "visual
character," "sense of fit" and so on. Sounds nice! But after almost two years on the ARC I've learned that
many of the people who want to develop a property in our city interpret guidelines for their own purpose. They
look for the weak spots, ambiguities, loopholes and gaps. Then they use them to build what they want. Just
10Dk at the project at the west gateway to the Village.
We feel that the incorporation of the following suggestions into the Guidelines is a very important step in
protecting the character and quality of the Village. Our recommended changes follow:
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For some reason, pages 7,8 and 9 of the old Guidelines have dropped out of the revision. We feel that these
three pages, which are entitled Overall Design Framework, are very important. They set the tone for the rest
of the Guidelines and, at the same time, address large developments that can permanently alter how the Village
is perceived and enjoyed by visitors and residents alike. Since you may not have a copy of the "old" Guidelines
in front of you, we have included copies of the three pages in question. We have underlined a few important
sentences that illustrate the need for the inclusion of each paragraph ofthe Overall Design Framework in the
revised Guidelines.
P. 2, second column, first paragraph below the bullets: strike".. . creativity and innovation...." Substitute
"" . creative use ofthem." We have seen the word innovation used by developers to defend designs that are far
too modem to fit into the historic character of the Village.
P. 5, first full paragraph: The old guidelines have this paragraph starting with the sentence: "The demolition of
historic structures should be avoided whenever possible." This was somewhat weak, but at least it reinforced
the philosophy that WE WANT OUR HISTORY PRESERVED! Now the wording is gone. Either put the old
sentence back in or substitute "The demolition of historic structures shall be avoided." Or "".is discouraged."
P. 5, first full paragraph: "historic district overlay" is used. In the next paragraph "Historic Design Overlay" is
seen. Back on page iii the map is labeled "DESIGN OVERLAY DISTRICT MAP" without the word historic.
Shouldn't all of these be the same?
P. 11, the second paragraph says or implies that new projects should incorporate the materials on this page.
Therefore the inclusion of CDncrete block should be qualified with "Concrete block shall be faced with brick or
plaster or other material shown on this page." [This was our suggestion to the Planning Commission. The
resultant motion that passed was " the use of exposed plain concrete block material is discouraged in the
Historic Village Commercial District."] We recommend the addition of "Residential and" between the words
"Village" and "Commercial," then make "District" plural.
P. 12, after "...French style door with wood trim" insert "or a vintage door or a recreation of a vintage door"
P. 13, paragraph beneath the photo: shouldn't "overlay district" be consistent with similar phrases elsewhere?
P. 13, second column, first complete paragraph: add a last sentence dealing with new concrete block foundation
walls not being permitted by the development code, if such is the case. If they are permitted, they "shall be
faced with brick or stone."
P. 14, paragraph 4 under Site Design: This is a good addition that came as a result of input from local architect
Mark Vasquez (not a member ofPTV) who lives in the Village residential area. It should be expanded to read
"New and existing parkways shall be landscaped with the appropriate number of street trees and lawn grass or
other low-growing herbaceous plants and shall be maintained on a regular basis. New parkways shall be
installed with substantial new construction. Paving of the parkway with rocks, gravel, asphalt or concrete is not
permitted." Please also refer to Mr. Vasquez's letter for wording that may be better than ours.
P. 14, paragraph 5 under Building Design: "architectural style" should be replaced by "existing character of the .
neighborhood" or other siinilar wording. As it is now worded it implies that the garage need not be at (or
toward) the rear if the architect doesn't fee! like it. [This was our suggestion to the Planning Commission.]
Their resultant wording is good.
P. 17, second column, paragraph 2 under Building Design: remove "gable," from the middle ofthe paragraph.
Add a last sentence "Buildings combining a gable roof with a false front were very common elements of
Village commercial area architecture during the historic period. Several still remain today. The use of this
building style, standing alone or in association with other historic styles, is encouraged." Or ".. .may be
permitted, subject to approval by the [ARC or Community Development Director or?]"
P. 18, SIGNS: The sign shown is not a good example of something with an historic look. The "South County
Historical Society" sign on the Odd Fellows Hall is a wonderful example. The Branch Street Realty sign has an
old fashioned look too. And, even though they do not exclusively use historic fonts and materials, the signs at
Andreini's, Wilderness Outfitters and the Santa Manuela Schoolhouse enhance the Village atmosphere.
P. 20, first paragraph under Rear Entries: Add "board and batten" after"... wood siding..."
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We feel that these changes are anything but trivial. They are the result of more than a year's time spent studying
the old Arroyo Grande Village Guidelines and Design Guidelines of two other cities (Danville and Pasadena).
We hope that you will give them your serious consideration. THANK YOU!cJ~ ~
Overall Design Gateways Landmarks
Framework These are the visual "clues" that tell These are objects in the community
the observer that they have entered that stand out because of their unique
Design issues in the Village area the Village. They are a change in the visual character. They are often used
are not limited to individual quality of space on a path, where as reference points, to help the viewer
buildings or projects. While the surrounding countryside and adjoining as a guide to their travel through the
community structure may not be of cities or areas are distinguished from Village. Landmarks are notable for
concern to an individual renovation the distinct and separate area that the the physical characteristics that
project, it should be considered for traveler is entering. Gateways can be separate them from their
larger projects that have the natural or man-made, and can range surroundings. and often. for their
capacity to change the structure of from the first views of historic contribution to the historic fabric of
the Village. The structure of the residences when approaching from the community. Landmarks in the
Village is an expression of the type, Huasna Road to the triangle park at Arroyo Grande Village include the old
intensity and arrangement of the intersection of W. Branch Street Methodist Episcopal Church. the
activities and physical structures in and Traffic Way. Preservation and I.O.O.F. Hall, the Olohan Building. and
the community. How the resident enhancement of gateways is the Swinging Bridge. Care should be
or visitor experiences the structure important to help define the special taken in the design of new projects to
depends on the clarity of the quality of the Village area. preserve the effect of existing
community's physical organization.
Are there landmarks for points of
reference and recognizable
"meeting spots?" Are travel routes
clear and continuous and are
separate areas recognizable for
their individual character?" These
issues. and others, help to define
the community's environmental
structure. To help illustrate the
environmental structure of the
Village of Arroyo Grande, and its
problems and potential, visual
elements first described by ~
Lynch can be used to explain the
existing image. These eiements are
defined and examples supplied to
illustrate how these elements are
expressed in the Village of Arroyo
Grande. Designers and decision
makers should consider these
elements. and determine how they
will be affected by development
projects.
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landmarks, and to assure that new Districts artery, U.S. 101. Both new
"landmarks" created are harmon- development and renovations should .
ious with their surroundings. ..!::.- These are areas of the community be sensitive to the architectural
design element can unintentionally with a unique character that separates elements that contribute to each
become an unwanted landmark if them from the remainder of the area. district's character, and incorporate .
its style, bulk, or color overwhelms The observer can actually enter them whenever possible.
the surrounding development. "inside of' these districts. They are
identifiable from inside, and often are .
Nodes notable from outside the district. The
historic development of Arroyo
Nodes are strategic spots in the Grande, and the activities that occur .
Village that the observer can in different areas of the Viliage,
actually enter. They are con- contribute to its division into districts.
centrations of activity or junctions There is a definite de1inition of the I
that signify a change of trans- Village Commercial area, with the mix
portation methods or intersection of of some residential uses with multiple
paths. The public parking area commercial uses. The Village I
next to the creek, with the park Residential area, with many historic
area and Swinging Bridge, is homes, large mature trees, and wide
almost a perfect illustration of such streets clearly differs from the I
a concentration of activity, surrounding, more mod ern,
especially during community development. The Traffic Way area is
festivals and farmer's market days. an eclectic mix of many uses and I
New designs can also incorporate varied architecture, which gives it an
nodes if adequate pedestrian space individual character. Automobile and
and visual interest is supplied to highway oriented uses reflect this I
attract activity. street's historic function as a major
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"importance" that appears to be Natural Areas
These are predominate Images that assigned to a particular path.
represent a channel for movement. These are areas within the community
It is unnecessary for the observer Edges in a fairly "natural" state as opposed
to actually travel on the path for it to built areas, man-made parks, or
to be a major visual image. as These are lateral or linear elements carefully designed gardens. I" urban
these are ollen strong images on that are not paths. They represent areas, the preservation of natural
the landscape. This is especially breaks in continuity that may be areas is often a challenge, a"d
true in Arroyo Grande, where major perceived as barriers between legislative safeguards are often
arterials currently pass through the regions,~ they may be "seams" by needed. The preservation of large,
Village (Highway 227) or did pass which these regions are joined. They landmark trees and the riparian areas
through in earlier times (Highway may have a feeling of a wall, as with surrounding Arroyo Grande Creek will
tal). Branch Street has been the the steep hills to the north of the contribute substantially to the overall
"main" street in the Viilage, and still Village, or a seam, like Arroyo Grande experience and enjoyment of the
serves as a major link to Lopez Creek, joined by bridges. It may also Yillage. Every effort should be made
Lake and all surrounding areas. be the strong impression of the steep to preserve natural areas and
Design elements, such as street hills that surround the community to incorporate them into design plans.
furniture, signs, and pedestrian the east, formidable but accessible
promenades can all contribute to and visible to all.
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From: scott and beth wachenheim <beloveds@earthlink.net> FEB 2 1 2002
To: Chuck Fellows <Fellows1@earthlink.net>
Date: Thursday, February 21,20023:13 PM CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE
Subject: City Council Packet COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPT.
To: City Council Members
Community Development Staff
From: Scott Wachenheim, vice chairperson, Preserve the Village
February 21, 2002
Thank you for the opportunity to continue to comment on the revised Design Guidelines for
Historic Districts. Preserve the Village has actively been involved in commenting on the
revisions at each step of the process. We are pleased with the efforts of the Staff and are
grateful that the ARC took the time to discuss each of our suggestions. We request that City
Council members also consider, deliberate and respond to each and every suggestion so that
the Guidelines truly implement the goal of preserving our historical resources. The final
revision is now in your hands, and and it is important to address the following items since a
single word or definition may have a profound influence on future projects. (Please note that
most recent revision is only now being printed, and the following page numbers may not all be
current.)
1. We have pushed for wording to allow the public to be notified and involved in proposed
demolitions or relocations. The new wording on the third paragraph of page 5 is an
improvement, and we urge that you support and keep the new wording.
2. In the Definitions section on page 22 (?) we do not feel that the definition of Historic
Structure has been adequately addressed. We feel strongly that a Historic Structure is one
that is at least 50 years old. This is the cut off used by the California Register of Historic
Resources and by the National Register. The present wording of "constructed prior to 1940" is
too restrictive, and as the years pass would prevent more recent structures from gaining the
status of historic. With this wording it is even possible that a building that is eligible for listing
on the State Register might not qualify as a historic structure in our historic district! We
request that the wording reflect the 50 year criteria as it did in the original 1991 Guidelines.
Please note that a building can still be historic without being built during the historic period of
the Village, 1870-1939. Furthermore, the state and national registers recognize that a structure
can also be considered historic if it is associated with events or persons important in the
development of the city or region or if it is associated with an important architect, builder, or
method of construction. Please carefully consider the following definition:
"Historic Structure: A structure shall be considered historic when it is at least 50 years
old and anyone of the following criteria are met:
I) It is included in the City of Arroyo Grande Historic Resource Survey, which is
attached hereto; or
2) It qualifies for listing in the California Register of Historic Resources; or
3) It is associated with person(s) or event(s) important in the development of the city,
region, or state; or
4) It embodies the architectural characteristics of a type, period, region, important
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architect, builder, or method of construction.
3. At the end of the 4th paragraph on page 5 "Plot plan Review" we feel the following should
be added:
"Exterior alterations that affect the significance of a historic structure shall be
avoided."
4. Page 11, under Stucco or Plaster, we would like the last sentence changed to read:
"When using stucco or plaster, the design should include ornamentation of brick or
stone detailing when feasible."
5. Page 13, second column, fourth paragraph, last sentence. We would like the word
"historic" used rather than "customary" :
"The use of these materials is discouraged unless their appearance simulates that of
the historic materials."
6. page 18, left column, number 1. We would like the last sentence to say:
"Plywood panels are not appropriate."
On behalf of Preserve the Village and its members, thank you for taking the time to consider,
deliberate, and respond to each of these items.
2/21/02
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MEMORANDUM
TO: CITY COUNCIL
ROB STRONG, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR~
FROM:
SUBJECT: HOUSING ALLOCATION AND HOUSING ELEMENT STATUS REPORT
DATE: FEBRUARY 26, 2002
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended the City Council:
1. Receive status report from San Luis Obispo Council of Governments (SLOCOG)
Deputy Director Steve Devencenzi regarding State Housing and Community
Development Department (HCD) regional housing needs allocation and process.
2. .Receive progress report from Community Development Director Rob Strong
regarding 2003 Housing Element preparation work program.
3. Discuss and provide Council direction for SLOCOG and staff work program
schedule and budget refinement.
FUNDING:
Housing Element preparation will be proposed as part of FY 2002-2003 and FY 2003-
2004 budget for staff work program and possible consultant assistance funding.
DISCUSSION:
All jurisdictions in the State of California are required by law to update Housing Elements
by December 2003. Although the 2001 General Plan Update included reformat of 1993
policies, it does not provide the condition and needs analysis nor the implementation
program proposals required by State guidelines. HCD issued preliminary "regional
housing needs allocation" to SLOCOG projecting 22,460 units countywide during the
next seven years. SLOCOG responded with a request for reconsideration, and reducing
the number of units to 10,360 based on recent growth trends and apparent constraints
as a more realistic, but still ambitious goal.
State HCD has responded with a figure of 18,892 units and SLOCOG will explain the
proposed distribution formula criteria and allocation implications for City of Arroyo
Grande.
Housing Allocation and Housing Element Status Report
February 26, 2002
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City staff will report on the Housing Element preparation work program, schedule and
preliminary budget proposals, to preview FY 2002-2003 budget requests. Three
concepts considered desirable by staff are:
1. Formation of a technical and/or citizen advisory committee of housing industry
representatives to consider constraints and opportunities to refine implementation
programs.
2. Cooperate with Grover Beach, Pismo Beach and County of San Luis Obispo (for
Oceano) to evaluate housing conditions, South County demographics and housing
market data.
3. Consider additional intern and/or limited consultant assistance for Housing
Element preparation.
Staff will integrate any Council direction into FY 2002-2003 budget work program for
Housing Element preparation. A draft document will need to be available by July, 2003
to enable Planning Commission and City Council hearings in Summer - Fall, 2003.
AL TERNA TIVES:
The following alternatives are provided for the Council's consideration:
- Direct staff regarding technical or citizen advisory committee formation,
interagency cDoperation and additional staffing or consultant assistance
concepts;
- Advise SLOCOG and staff to pursue Housing Element refinement not to
exceed 1 % average annual growth or maximum capacity of 20,000 despite
regional housing allocation targets;
- Provide Staff Direction.