Minutes 2000-11-28
MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 28, 2000
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 Runel~, Tolley, Dickens, Mayor Pro Tem Ferrara,
and Mayor Lady were present. .
City Staff Present: City Manager Adams; City Attorney Carmel; Director of
Administrative Services Wetmore; Director of Financial Services
Snodgrass; Director of Parks, Recreation, and Facilities
Hernandez; and Director of Community Development McCants.
3. FLAG SALUTE
Sir Knight Wayne E. Dempster, representing Knights of Columbus, fed the Flag Salute.
4. INVOCATION
Pastor Robert Banker, Open Door Chur~h, Oceano, delivered the invocation.
5, SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
5.a, Proclamation - "Economic Opportunity Commission - 35th Anniversary
Mayor Lady presented a proclamation to Gloria Ramirez congratulating the Economic
Opportunity Commission on its 35th Anniversary.
6. AGENDA REVIEW
None.
6.a. Resolutions and Ordinances Read in Title Only
Council Member Runels moved, Council Member Tolley 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
None.
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8. CONSENT AGENDA
Council Member Runels moved and Council Member Dickens seconded the motion to
approve Consent Agenda Items 8.a. through 8.c., with the recommended courses of
action:
a, Cash Disbursement Ratification.
Action: Approved the listing of cash disbursements to vendors for the period
November 1,2000 through November 15, 2000.
b, Cash Flow Analysis/Approval of Interfund Advance from the Water Facility
Fund.
Action: Received and filed September and October cash reports and approved
the interfund advance from the Water Facility Fund to cover cash deficits in other
funds as of September 30,2000 and October 31,2000.
c, Minutes of City Council Meeting of October 24, 2000 and City
Council/Redevelopment Agency Meeting of November 14, 2000.
Action: Approved as submitted.
9. PUBLIC HEARINGS
9.a. Conceptual Approval of the Sale of a Portion of Land within the Proposed
Rancho Grande Park Site.
Director of Parks, Recreation, and Facilities Hernandez introduced Jeff Ferber and Gary
Glandon from RRM Design. Mr. Ferber gave a presentation on the status and
conceptual plans for the park. He explained that based on input received at the Parks
and Recreation Commission meeting, modifications were made to the plan, to reduce
the size of the three lots to be consistent with the existing lots in Rancho Grande. Mr.
Ferber presented the final form of the park design and requested comments and
direction related to the design of the three adjacent lots. Director Hernandez reviewed
the financial status of the project. It was recommended the Council conceptually
approve the creation and sale of three potential lots adjacent to Collardo Corte in order
to fund a portion of the construction of Rancho Grande Park.
Council and staff discussion ensued regarding the proposed size and configuration of
the lots; obtaining input from the Rancho Grande Park Homeowners Association; review
of the appraisal of the three proposed lots; review of the proposed budget for build-out
of the park; the status of the Park Development Fund; ensuring that funds from the sale.
of the lots are used exclusively for the Rancho Grande Park project; grading issues;
parking issues; ensuring that development and design standards for the construction of
homes on the three parcels are coordinated and consistent with the Rancho Grande
Homeowners Association's CC&R's and other project documents; ensuring that the
perimeter fencing is consistent with the existing fencing; park construction timelines;
and future maintenance costs for the park.
Mayor Lady opened the public hearing.
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John Lange, 146 Avenida de Diamante, stated he lived across from the park and was in
favor of the proposed park; however, he stated he did not favor the layout of the
proposed lots. He said that in order to gain a better design perspective, the lots on the
other side of the cul-de-sac should be reflected in the new plan. He expressed a desire
to have a view of the park from his house and stated that they bought the house with
the assumption they would have a view of open space. He passed out a color photo of
the site for the Council's reference and a copy of the conceptual plan in which he
sketched in revised lot lines resulting in reduced lot sizes and more appropriate
configu rations.
Karen Lange, 146 Avenida de Diamante, spoke in support of the park; however,
expressed concerns resulting from the sale of the proposed lots. She said she was
concerned that the money from the sale of the lots would not be used exclusively for
Rancho Grande Park. She also responded to the discussion regarding parking, stating
that parking was never meant to occur on Avenida de Diamante, and suggested
painting the curb red. She requested that the lot sizes be adjusted to have 100 foot
frontages in order to be consistent with the Rancho Grande Plan, and asked for
assurance that the new homes would be subject to the Homeowners Association fees.
Mrs. Lange submitted a letter documenting her concerns for the record.
Mayor Lady clarified that the homes would be part of the Rancho Grande Development
and should be subject to the Association fees.
Mayor Lady closed the Public Hearing.
Council Member Tolley stated he would like to see the park developed and was assured
that members of the Homeowners Association and Architectural Review Committee
would be very involved with input in the design of the homes. He stated his biggest
concerns were giving up parkland to build more houses, and what happens to the
money from the sale of the land.
Council Member Runels asked if the Ottse Corporation had a buy-back clause on the
lots should they be put up for sale and whether they have a right of first refusal.
City Attorney Carmel responded that Ottse Corporation does hold a right of first refusal
with respect to a portion of the lots. He explained the portion of land which was subject
to a right of first refusal.
Council Member Dickens inquired about the process for approving lot splits or lot line
adjustments.
Director McCants replied it would require public hearings before the Planning
Commission and City Council due to the proposed General Plan Amendments and
rezoning.
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Council Member Dickens stated he supported selling the three lots in order to move
forward and accomplish the construction of the park. He stated he would like to see the
lots designed to fit in with the existing neighborhood.
Mr. Ferber stated that the revised conceptual plan prepared by RRM Design, which
reduced the size of the lots, was based on comments received at the Parks and
Recreation Commission meeting. He stated the lots could be made any shape and they
would continue to work with staff and the Homeowners Association to look at the
original Rancho Grande Plan to ensure that the lots are consistent. He stated he could
adjust the lot lines; however, he requested the Council not set specific lot dimensions so
he could work with staff and the Association to build consensus on lot design.
There was further discussion of the timeline of the project and how long it would take to
build the park.
Director Hernandez stated he believed the park could be built within the next two years.
Council Member Runels stated he supported the park project; however, he did not
support selling any park property until he could see updated cost figures.
Mayor Pro Tern Ferrara moved to conceptually approve the rezoning and sale of three
potential lots adjacent to Collado Corte in order to fund a portion of the construction of
Rancho Grande Park. Mayor Pro Tern Ferrara further moved that there be subsequent
public meetings initiated by the City involving RRM Design, the Rancho Grande
Homeowners Association, and the public; that consensus be obtained regarding lot
sizes and dimensions, and a recommendation be brought back to the Council for final
approval at a future meeting. Council Member Dickens seconded the motion, and on the
following roll call vote, to wit:
AYES Ferrara, Dickens, Tolley, Lady
NOES: Runels
ABSENT: None
there being 4 AYES and 1 NO, the motion is hereby declared to be passed.
COUNCIL MEMBER TOLLEY LEFT THE MEETING AT 8:20 P.M.
10, CONTINUED BUSINESS
None.
11. NEW BUSINESS
None.
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12. CITY COUNCIL REPORTS
a. MAYOR MICHAEL LADY
(1 ) South San Luis Obispo County Sanitation District (SSLOCSD). Met on
November 1st; the 1999-00 Audit was presented and adopted; and there
was discussion regarding the City of Pismo Beach's renewed interest in
joining the District. As the Alternate at the 2nd meeting of the month,
Council Member Runels reported that the Vista Del Mar project (Tract 2207)
has requested the City provide sewer service through the Sanitation District.
The Board unanimously agreed to the concept.
(2) Other. None.
b. MAYOR PRO TEM TONY M, FERRARA
(1 ) Integrated Waste Management Authority Board (IWMA). Discussed the
Construction and Demolition Recycling Ordinance; IWMA has drafted an
Ordinance which was reviewed by and coordinated with the California
Builders Association; Wished Mr. Dave Romero well as he would no longer
be serving on the Board.
(2) Economic Vitality Corporation (EVC). No refort; meeting cancelled. Will not
be able to attend meeting on December 13 .
(3) Air Pollution Control District (APCD). Conducted personnel evaluation;
Discussed how to utilize Unocal mitigation funds; the Board unanimously
proposed that the money be focused toward those projects that could
reduce emissions in the air more efficiently.
(4) Other. None.
c, COUNCIL MEMBER THOMAS A. RUNELS
(1 ) Zone 3 Water Advisory Board. Reported that the water line hook up for the
Village Centre is currently being tied in; The treatment plant is running well;
Award of contract for Lopez Dam remediation project is scheduled for mid-
January; Protest of bid for the project was found unsubstantiated; Reported
on silt removal from the Creek; Recreation facility revenue up 12% as of
September from prior year; however, revenue for October was down by
20%; Reported on budget issues related to status of cleaning Lopez line to
increase flow.
(2) County Water Resources Advisory Committee (WRAC). No report.
(3) Other. Mayor Pro Tern Ferrara requested a desire to be involved and
provide input on the traffic safety plan for the remediation project,
d. COUNCIL MEMBER STEVE TOLLEY
(1 ) Long-Range Planning Committee. No report.
(2) San Luis Obispo Council of Governments/San Luis Obispo Regional Transit
Authority (SLOCOG/SLORT A). No report.
(3) Other. None.
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e, COUNCIL MEMBER JIM DICKENS
(1 ) South County Area Transit (SCAT). No report; next meeting is December
13th.
(2) Community Recreation Center Subcommittee. Formulated a Mission
Statement, Goals and Objectives which will serve as a guiding tool; Put
together an aerial map of the proposed site to assist the Subcommittee;
Cancelled December meeting, and will meet again in January; Cal Poly
Architecture Department will become involved to work directly with the
Subcommittee; City and Regional Planning Department will also be
providing assistance through the process to obtain public input and conduct
a survey on community needs.
(3) Economic Opportunity Commission (EOC). Invitations are in the mail to the
Council for the celebration of the EOC's 35th Anniversary. Open House to
be held December 15th from 3:00-6:00 pm.
(4) South County Youth Coalition. Acknowledged Doug Perrin who is the
current President of the Coalition. Currently updating the Master Plan to
ensure it continues to meet the needs of the community.
(5) Other. Will plan to attend the SLOCOG meeting on December 5th as the
designated Alternate.
13. COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS
Council Member Dickens inquired about a letter sent from the Mayor to Caltrans
regarding the Brisco-Halcyon/101 PSR and asked if there was a problem with
processing the document.
City Manager Adams explained the PSR was forwarded to Sacramento for final
approval by Caltrans. Caltrans subsequently had a concern with one of the aspects of
Option 5. He said the City would probably pursue a design exception that will still
enable the City to proceed with that option. He said it will delay the schedule; however,
SLOCOG will recommend reserving the money for the project so the funding will remain
secure.
Mayor Pro Tem Ferrara reported that he followed up on an inquiry made regarding the
dumpsters in and around the Five Cities Center. He stated he met with a representative
from Investec and was told that the bidding process for the construction of trash
enclosures has been completed and a contractor has been hired.
Mayor Pro Tem Ferrara passed out a copy of Municipal Code Section 1-4-05 to the
Council regarding Appeals. He stated he has been approached by at least a dozen
people on the architectural theme of the Village Centre project. He stated upon looking
back on the process of approval for the project, he had to inform the people that the
project went through from start to finish without the Council's review. He expressed
concerns about existing and futures projects in the pipeline being approved without
Council review. He requested Council support and consensus to better utilize the
process established in Section 1-4.05 and Section 1-4.06 of the Development Code that
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allows the Council to appeal any Commission decision. On a longer range issue, he
proposed that the Development Code be amended to give Council the final approval
authqrity on any commercial, retail. multi-family. or single-family housing project;
specifically any project that has potential for causing a significant impact on the City's
infrastructure or in any other way impacting the City. He said since the Council was
ultimately accountable for the impacts of these projects. it should be ultimately
accountable for making the decision on final approval. He requested that if the Council
concurred to bring the issue back at the next meeting for discussion and a motion to
proceed. and that staff should inform the Planning Commission of the actions that are
underway.
Following discussion. Council concurred tq address the issue at the next regular
meeting.
14. STAFF COMMUNICATIONS
None,
15. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Lady adjourned the meeting at 9:00 p.m. to the Special Meeting of December 4.
2000 at 6:30 p.m.
Michael ALady1!f;tl
'ATTEST:
e, Director of Administrative Servicesl
Deputy City Clerk
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