City Council Meeting - November 22, 2022
1. CALL TO ORDER
Public Comments:
Mayor Pro Tem George called the Regular City Council Meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
2. ROLL CALL
Public Comments:
City Clerk Matson took roll call.
3. MOMENT OF REFLECTION
Public Comments:
4. FLAG SALUTE
Public Comments:
Mayor Pro Tem George led the flag salute.
5. AGENDA REVIEW
Public Comments:
5.a
Closed Session Announcements
Public Comments:
None.
5.b
Ordinances read in title only
Public Comments:
Moved by
Mayor Pro Tem George
Seconded by
Council Member Barneich
Move that all ordinances presented at the meeting shall be read by title only and all further readings be waived.
AYES (4)
Council Member Paulding, Council Member Barneich, Council Member Storton, and Mayor Pro Tem George ABSENT (1)
Mayor Ray Russom
Passed (4 to 0)
6. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
Public Comments:
6.a
Introduction of New Employee - Aleah Bergam, Management Analyst Public Comments:
City Manager McDonald introduced Aleah Bergam as the City's new Management Analyst, and highlighted her educational and professional background.
Mayor Pro Tem George invited public comment. No public comments were received.
No action was taken on this item.
6.b
Update Regarding Countywide COVID-19 Efforts
Public Comments:
City Manager McDonald provided a brief update on COVID-19.
Mayor Pro Tem George invited public comment. No public comments were received.
No action was taken on this item.
6.c
City Manager Communications
Public Comments:
City Manager McDonald provided information regarding Cal Fire's Community Meeting to discuss a plan for a controlled burn; announced that the Jingle Bell Dash and Holiday Parade will take place on December 4th; Tree Lighting Ceremony at Elm Street Park and Breakfast with Santa will take place on December 10th; announced that the AGPD will be participating in the Santa Cop Program and are accepting donations; and that the Community Service Grant application period is open.
Mayor Pro Tem George invited public comment. No public comments were received.
No action was taken on this item.
7. CITY COUNCIL REPORTS
Public Comments:
The City Council provided brief reports from the following committee, commission, board, or other subcommittee meetings that they attended as the City’s appointed representative.
7.a
MAYOR RAY RUSSOM:
Public Comments:
California Joint Powers Insurance Authority (CJPIA)
South San Luis Obispo County Sanitation District (SSLOCSD) Tourism Business Improvement District Advisory Board
Other
7.b
MAYOR PRO TEM GEORGE:
Public Comments:
County Water Resources Advisory Committee (WRAC)
Visit SLO CAL Advisory Board
Other
7.c
COUNCIL MEMBER BARNEICH:
Public Comments:
Audit Committee
Homeless Services Oversight Council (HSOC)
Zone 3 Water Advisory Board
Other
7.d
COUNCIL MEMBER PAULDING:
Public Comments:
Air Pollution Control District (APCD)
Brisco/Halcyon Interchange Subcommittee
Council of Governments/Regional Transit Authority/ South County Transit (SLOCOG/SLORTA/SCT) REACH SLO Advisory Commission
Other
7.e
COUNCIL MEMBER STORTON:
Public Comments:
Brisco/Halcyon Interchange Subcommittee
Five Cities Fire Authority (FCFA)
Integrated Waste Management Authority Board (IWMA)
South County Chambers of Commerce Governmental Affairs Committee Other
8. COMMUNITY COMMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS
Public Comments:
Mayor Pro Tem George invited public comment. Speaking from the public was Aaron Hunt, IAFF Local 4403 FCFA Union Secretary. No further public comments were received.
9. CONSENT AGENDA
Public Comments:
Mayor Pro Tem George asked the Council if there were any questions or any items to be pulled from the consent agenda for further discussion.
Council Member Barneich declared a Conflict of Interest for Item 9.o.
Council requested Items 9.i. and 9.o. be pulled for separate vote.
In response to questions from Council regarding Item 9.c., Assistant City Manager/Public Works Director Robeson clarified that steam cleaning will be provided as a one-time service and business owners will be responsible in the future.
Council thanked outgoing Commissioner Schiro for his service on the Planning Commission.
Mayor Pro Tem George invited public comment. No public comments were received.
Moved by
Council Member Storton
Seconded by
Council Member Paulding
Approve Consent Agenda Items 9.a. through 9.q., with the exception of items 9.i. and 9.o., with the recommended courses of action.
AYES (4)
Council Member Paulding, Council Member Barneich, Council Member Storton, and Mayor Pro Tem George ABSENT (1)
Mayor Ray Russom
Passed (4 to 0)
9.a
Consideration of Cash Disbursement Ratification
Attachments
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Public Comments
1. CC 2022-11-22 Cash Disbursement Ratification.pdf
2. CC 2022-11-22 Attachment 1 Cash Disbursement Ratification.pdf
3. CC 2022-11-22 Attachment 2 Cash Disbursement Ratification.pdf Ratified the listing of cash disbursements for the period of October 1 through October 31, 2022.
9.b
Consideration of Statement of Investment Deposits
Attachments
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Public Comments
1. CC 2022-11-22 Statement of Investment Deposits.pdf
2. CC 2022-11-22 Attachment 1 - Statement of Investment Deposits.pdf Received and filed the report listing investment deposits of the City of Arroyo Grande as of September 30, 2022, as required by Government Code Section 53646(b).
9.c
Consideration of Fiscal Year 2022-23 First Quarter Status Report and Request to Approve Six Budget Adjustment Requests Attachments
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Public Comments
1. CC 2022-11-22 Fiscal Year 2022-23 First Quarter Financial Status Report.pdf
2. CC 2022-11-22 Attachment 1 - Fiscal Year 2022-23 First Quarter Financial Status Report.pdf Received, considered, and filed the FY 2022-23 First Quarter Financial Status Report; and approve six Budget Adjustment Requests.
9.d
Consideration of a Resolution Accepting the Status Report on Development Impact Fees (AB 1600) Attachments
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Public Comments
1. CC 2022-11-22 Resolution Accepting Status Report on Development Impact Fees (AB 1600).pdf
2. CC 2022-11-22 Attachment 1 - Proposed Resolution_AB1600 FY2021-22 Status Report Development Impact Fees.pdf Adopted a Resolution entitled:
"A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE ACCEPTING THE STATUS REPORT ON DEVELOPMENT IMPACT FEES (AB 1600)".
9.e
Approve the Consultant Services Agreement with Baker Tilly for On-Call Accounting and Human Resources Support Attachments
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Public Comments
1. CC 2022-11-22 Consultant Services Agreement with Baker Tilly.pdf
2. CC 2022-11-22 Attachment 1 - Baker Tilly Agreement for Consultant Services.pdf
3. CC 2022-11-22 Attachment 2 - Accounting and HR Support Services RFP 2022.pdf Approved the Consultant Services Agreement with Baker Tilly for On-Call Accounting and Human Resources Support.
9.f
Approval of Minutes
Attachments
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Public Comments
1. CC 2022-11-22 Approval of Minutes_Oct25_2022 .pdf
Approved the minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of October 25, 2022, as submitted.
9.g
Consideration of Adoption of a Resolution Declaring a Continued Local Emergency Related to the COVID-19 Pandemic and Authorizing the Continuance of Remote Teleconference Meetings of the Legislative Bodies Pursuant to Government Code Section 54953(e)(3) Attachments
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Public Comments
1. CC 2022-11-22 Continued Local Emergency COVID19 and Teleconference Meetings.pdf
2. CC 2022-11-22 Attachment 1 - Proposed Resolution_Continued Local Emergency and Remote Meetings.pdf Adopted a Resolution entitled:
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A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE DECLARING A CONTINUED LOCAL EMERGENCY RELATED TO THE CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19) PANDEMIC AND AUTHORIZING THE CONTINUANCE OF REMOTE TELECONFERENCE MEETINGS OF THE LEGISLATIVE BODIES OF THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54953(e)".
9.h
Consideration of Contract with the County of San Luis Obispo for Animal Care and Control Services Attachments
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Public Comments
1. CC 2022-11-22 Consideration of Contract for Animal and Control Services.pdf
2. CC 2022-11-22 Attachment 1 - Proposed Animal Services Contract FY 2022-22.pdf Approved the Contract for Animal Care and Control Services (“Contract”) with the County of San Luis Obispo, and authorize the Mayor to execute the Contract.
9.j
Consideration of Appointment to the Planning Commission Attachments
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Public Comments
1. CC 2022-11-22 Appointment to Planning Commission.pdf
2. CC 2022-11-22 Attachment 1 - Application C Sackrison_Redacted.pdf Approved the recommendation of Mayor Pro Tem George to appoint Catherine Sackrison to the Planning Commission.
9.k
Consideration of Approval of an Agreement for Uniform and Related Services with Prudential Overall Supply Attachments
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Public Comments
1. CC 2022-11-22 Agreement for Uniform Services.pdf
2. CC 2022-11-22 Attachment 1 - CSA - Prudential Overall Supply.pdf
3. CC 2022-11-22 Attachment 2 - Bid Opening Log Sheet1.pdf Approved and authorized the Mayor to execute a 3-year Service Agreement with Prudential Overall Supply.
9.l
Monthly Water Supply and Demand Update
Attachments
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Public Comments
1. CC 2022-11-22 Monthly Water Supply and Demand Update.1.pdf
2. CC 2022-11-22 Attachment 1 - Operations Report.pdf
3. CC 2022-11-22 Attachment 2 - Lopez Reservoir Storage Projection.pdf
4. CC 2022-11-22 Attachment 3 - Water Supply.pdf
5. CC 2022-11-22 Attachment 4 - Monthly Monitoring Report for October 2022.pdf Received and filed the monthly Water Supply and Demand Update.
9.m
Consideration to Adopt a Resolution Pursuant to Public Contract Code Section 22050 Determining to Continue Work Under Emergency Contracts for the FCFA Station 1 Emergency Generator Replacement Project, PW 2021-09 Attachments
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Public Comments
1. CC 2022-11-22 FCFA Generator Continue Emergency.pdf
2. CC 2022-10-11 Attachment 1 - Proposed Resolution_FCFA Generator Emergency.pdf 1) Received and filed an update of the emergency generator replacement project at the FCFA Station 1; and 2) Adopted a Resolution entitled:
"A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE DETERMINING A NEED TO CONTINUE WORK UNDER EMERGENCY CONTRACTS FOR THE FCFA STATION 1 EMERGENCY GENERATOR REPLACEMENT PROJECT".
9.n
Consideration of a Resolution Authorizing Staff to Participate in Phase 1 of the Desalination Executable Solution and Logistics Plan with the County of San Luis Obispo Attachments
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Public Comments
1. CC 2022-11-22 Desalination Executable Solution and Logistics Plan Reso.pdf
2. CC 2022-11-22 Attachment 1 - Proposed Resolution_Desal.pdf
3. CC 2022-11-22 Attachment 2 - DESAL Plan Timeline.pdf Adopted a Resolution entitled:
"A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE APPROVING PARTICIPATION IN THE DESALINATION EXECUTABLE SOLUTION LOGISTICS (DESAL) PLAN".
9.p
Consider a Resolution Approving TUP 22-015; Authorize the Village Holiday Parade & Jingle Bell Dash on December 4, 2022; Approve Street Closures in the Village; & Find the Action Categorically Exempt from CEQA Pursuant to Section 15304(e) Attachments
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Public Comments
1. CC 2022-11-22 Holiday Parade.pdf
2. CC 2022-11-22 Attachment 1 - Proposed Resolution(1).pdf
3. CC 2022-11-22 Attachment 2 - The Jingle Dash Run.pdf
4. CC 2022-11-22 Attachment 3 - Road Closures and Detour Map_1.pdf Adopted a Resolution entitled:
"A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE APPROVING TEMPORARY USE PERMIT CASE NO. 22-015 AUTHORIZING THE VILLAGE HOLIDAY PARADE AND JINGLE DASH ON SUNDAY, DECEMBER 4, 2022 AND DIRECTING STAFF TO IMPLEMENT RELATED SAFETY MEASURES INCLUDING NO PARKING ZONES AND STREET CLOSURES".
9.q
Consideration of a Resolution Ratifying Changes to the Community Service Grant Program Review Committee Attachments
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Public Comments
1. CC 2022-11-22 Consideration of Changes to the Community Service Grant Program Committee.pdf
2. CC 2022-11-22 Attachment 1 - Proposed Resolution.pdf
3. CC 2022-11-22 Attachment 2 - CSGC Change_City Council Handbook Section 5.2.pdf
4. CC 2022-11-22 Attachment 3 - CC Resolution 4560.pdf
5. CC 2022-11-22 Attachment 4 - CC Resolution 5003.pdf
Adopted a Resolution entitled:
"A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE APPROVING UPDATES TO THE ARROYO GRANDE COMMUNITY SERVICE GRANT COMMITTEE".
9.i
Consideration of Adoption of a Resolution Establishing a Policy for the Arroyo Grande Tourism Business Improvement District Visit Arroyo Grande Website Calendar of Events Attachments
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Public Comments
1. CC 2022-11-22 Resolution to Adopt a Policy for AGTBID Visit Arroyo Grande Website Calendar of Events.pdf
2. CC 2022-11-22 Attachment 1 - Proposed Resolution_Policy Visit AG Calendar.pdf
3. CC 2022-11-22 Attachment 2 - Draft TBID Minutes 221024.pdf Council Member Barneich commented on the promotion of the Harvest Festival.
Mayor Pro Tem George invited public comment. Speaking from the public was Kathy McCorry, South County Chambers of Commerce CEO. No further public comments were received.
Council discussed event promotion and the TBID's role in increasing tourism. Ms. McCorry and City Attorney Carmel responded to questions from Council.
Moved by
Council Member Paulding
Seconded by
Council Member Storton
Adopted a Resolution entitled:
"A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE ADOPTING A POLICY FOR THE ARROYO GRANDE TOURISM BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT VISIT ARROYO GRANDE WEBSITE CALENDAR OF EVENTS".
AYES (3)
Council Member Paulding, Council Member Storton, and Mayor Pro Tem George NOES (1)
Council Member Barneich
ABSENT (1)
Mayor Ray Russom
Passed (3 to 1)
9.o
Consideration of Adoption of an Ordinance Amending Title 16 of the Arroyo Grande Municipal Code Regarding Tiny Homes on Wheels and Finding the Action is Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Sections 15061 Attachments
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Public Comments
1. CC 2022-11-22 Adoption of Tiny Homes on Wheels Ordinance.pdf
2. CC 2022-11-22 Attachment 1 - Ordinance.pdf
3. CC 2022-11-22 Attachment 2 - Staff Report and Minutes from the February 8, 2022 City Council Meeting.pdf
4. CC 2022-11-22 Attachment 3 - Staff Report and Minutes from the Sept. 13, 2022 CC Meeting.pdf
5. CC 2022-11-22 Attachment 4 - Staff Report and Minutes from the Oct. 4, 2022 PC Meeting.pdf
6. CC 2022-11-22 Attachment 5 - Staff Report and Draft Minutes from the Oct. 25, 2022 City Council Meeting.pdf Moved by
Council Member Storton
Seconded by
Council Member Paulding
Adopted an Ordinance entitled:
"AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL ADOPTING AMENDMENTS TO TITLE 16 OF THE ARROYO GRANDE MUNICIPAL CODE (AGMC) REGARDING TINY HOMES ON WHEELS; LOCATION- CITYWIDE".
City Attorney Carmel read the full title of the Ordinance.
AYES (3)
Council Member Paulding, Council Member Storton, and Mayor Pro Tem George ABSENT (2)
Mayor Ray Russom, and Council Member Barneich
Passed (3 to 0)
10. PUBLIC HEARINGS
Public Comments:
10.a
Public Hearing for Preliminary Approval of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Projects for Year 2023 Attachments
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Public Comments
1. CC 2022-11-22 Preliminary Approval CDBG Projects for 2023.pdf
2. 2022-11-22 Attachment 1 - Preliminary CDBG Funding.pdf
3. 2022-11-22 Attachment 2 - 5CHC Application.pdf
4. 2022-11-22 Attachment 3 - HASLO Application.pdf
5. 2022-11-22 Attachment 4 - Project Map.pdf
Community Development Director Pedrotti introduced the item and Planning Manager Perez presented the staff report and responded to questions from Council.
Mayor Pro Tem George opened the public hearing. Upon hearing no public comments, Mayor Pro Tem George closed the public hearing.
Moved by
Mayor Pro Tem George
Seconded by
Council Member Paulding
Provided preliminary approval of proposed projects to be funded with the City’s allocation of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds for the Year 2023, as shown in Table 1.
AYES (4)
Council Member Paulding, Council Member Barneich, Council Member Storton, and Mayor Pro Tem George ABSENT (1)
Mayor Ray Russom
Passed (4 to 0)
11. OLD BUSINESS
Public Comments:
11.a
Consider Approval of 2022 Pavement Management Program
Attachments
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Public Comments
1. CC 2022-11-22 Pavement Management Program 2022.pdf
2. CC 2022-11-22 Attachment 1 - Proposed Pavement Maintenance Streets List.pdf
3. CC 2022-11-22 Attachment 2 - Recommended Street Segment Map.pdf
4. CC 2022-11-22 Attachment 3 - August 23, 2022 Staff Report and Attachments.pdf
5. CC 2022-11-22_11a Supplemental 1.pdf
Mayor Pro Tem George called for a brief break at 7:34 p.m. The Council reconvened at 7:39 p.m.
Assistant City Manager/Public Works Director Robeson introduced the item and Joe Ririe, Pavement Consultant, and Steve Kahn, Acting CIP Manager provided a presentation on the 2022 Pavement Management Program. Director Robeson and Mr. Ririe responded to questions from Council.
Mayor Pro Tem George invited public comment. Speaking from the public was John Keen. No further public comments were received.
Council discussion ensued regarding the City's failed sales tax measure, Measure D-22, in the November 8, 2022 Election and options for reallocating Pavement Management Program funds or postponing parts of the package. Council Member Barneich commented on the Council Goal, Investing in People, and putting aside funds for future projects. Mayor Pro Tem George asked if the Program packages could be brought to Council again in winter 2023 when there is more information from the City's salary study and fire service needs.
City Manager McDonald provided an alternative timeline for package item 3 and 4.
Moved by
Mayor Pro Tem George
Seconded by
Council Member Storton
Council moved to have Package Item 1 as a stand-alone project and to evaluate in late winter 2023; and to move forward with Package Items 2, 3, 4, with Item 2 as a bid alternative.
AYES (4)
Council Member Paulding, Council Member Barneich, Council Member Storton, and Mayor Pro Tem George ABSENT (1)
Mayor Ray Russom
Passed (4 to 0)
12. NEW BUSINESS
Public Comments:
None.
13. COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS
Public Comments:
Council Member Barneich extended an invitation to the presumed Council Member-Elects to join them on the City's Holiday Parade Float.
14. CLOSED SESSION
Public Comments:
None.
15. ADJOURNMENT
Public Comments:
There being no further business to come before the City Council, Mayor Pro Tem George adjourned the meeting at 9:05 p.m. in honor of Daniel Aston, Kelly Loving, Raymond Green Vance, Derrick Rump and Ashley Green Paugh, who were killed, and the 17 injured, in the Colorado Springs hate crime shooting.