City Council Meeting - February 14, 2023
1. CALL TO ORDER
Public Comments:
2. ROLL CALL
Public Comments:
3. MOMENT OF REFLECTION
Public Comments:
4. FLAG SALUTE
Public Comments:
Mayor Ray Russom let 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:
None.
6. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
Public Comments:
6.a
Honorary Proclamation Recognizing February 2023 as Teen Dating Violence Action and Prevention Month Attachments
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Public Comments
1. CC 2023-02-14 Honorary Proclamation Recognizing Teen Dating Violence Action and Prevention Month.pdf Mayor Ray Russom read the Honorary Proclamation Recognizing February 2023 as "Teen Dating Violence Action and Prevention Month". Callie Tennock, Lumina Alliance, and Molly, Close to Home volunteer, accepted the proclamation.
Mayor Ray Russom invited public comment. No public comments were received.
No action was taken on this item.
6.b
Introductions and Oath of Office - Police Officers Christopher Bennett and Jesse Pierce Attachments
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Public Comments
1. CC 2023-02-14_06b Introduction of New Employees_C Bennett_J Pierce.pdf Police Chief Martinez introduced Police Officers Christopher Bennett and Jesse Pierce, highlighted their educational and professional background, and facilitated the badge pinning ceremony. City Clerk Matson administered the Oath of Office.
Mayor Ray Russom invited public comment.
No public comments were received
6.c
San Luis Obispo Council of Governments Regional Transportation Plan Presentation Attachments
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Public Comments
1. CC 2023-02-14_06c SLOCOG Regional Transportation Plan Presentation.pdf Stephen Hanamaikai, SLOCOG, provided a presentation regarding the Regional Transportation Plan.
Mayor Ray Russom invited public comment. No public comments were received.
No action was taken on this item.
6.d
Update Regarding Countywide COVID-19 Efforts
Public Comments:
City Manager McDonald provided a brief update on COVID-19.
Mayor Ray Russom invited public comment. No public comments were received.
No action was taken on this item.
6.e
City Manager Communications
Public Comments:
City Manager McDonald provided information regarding events happening in the City; and discussed upcoming items for Council consideration.
Mayor Ray Russom invited public comment. No public comments were received.
No action was taken on this item.
7. CITY COUNCIL REPORTS
Public Comments:
None.
8. COMMUNITY COMMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS
Public Comments:
Mayor Ray Russom invited public comment. No
public comments were received.
9. CONSENT AGENDA
Public Comments:
Mayor Ray Russom asked the Council if there were any questions or any items to be pulled from the consent agenda for further discussion.
Mayor Pro Tem Barneich declared a conflict of interest due to work performed for Mary Verdin and pulled Item 9.e. for separate consideration. Item 9.g. was pulled for questions.
Mayor Ray Russom invited public comment. Speaking from the public was Mary Verdin, and Kathy McCorry. No further public comments were received.
Moved by
Mayor Pro Tem Barneich
Seconded by
Council Member George
Approve Consent Agenda Items 9.a. through 9.i., with the recommended courses of action.
AYES (5)
Mayor Ray Russom, Mayor Pro Tem Barneich, Council Member George, Council Member Secrest, and Council Member Guthrie Passed (5 to 0)
9.a
Consideration of Cash Disbursement Ratification
Attachments
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Public Comments
1. CC 2023-02-14 Cash Disbursement Ratification.pdf
2. CC 2023-02-14 Attachment 1 - Cash Disbursement Ratification.pdf
3. CC 2023-02-14 Attachment 2 - Cash Disbursement Ratification.pdf Ratified the listing of cash disbursements for the period of January 1 through January 15, 2023.
9.b
Consideration of Statement of Investment Deposits
Attachments
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Public Comments
1. CC 2023-02-14 Statement of Investment Deposits.pdf
2. CC 2023-02-14 Attachment 1 - Statement of Investment Deposits.pdf Received and filed the report listing investment deposits of the City of Arroyo Grande as of December 31, 2022, as required by Government Code Section 53646(b).
9.c
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 and Advisory Bodies Pursuant to Government Code Section 5 Attachments
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Public Comments
1. 2023-02-14 Continued Local Emergency COVID19 and Teleconference Meetings.pdf
2. CC 2023-02-14 Attachment 1 - Proposed Resolution_Continued Local Emergency and Remote Meetings.pdf Adopted a Resolution entitled:
"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.d
Consideration of Adoption of a Resolution Declaring a Continued Local Emergency Related to the January 2023 Storm Events Attachments
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Public Comments
1. CC 2023-02-14 Continued Local Emergency January 2023 Storm Events.pdf
2. CC 2023-02-14 Attachment 1 - Proposed Resolution.pdf Adopted a Resolution entitled:
"A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE DECLARING A CONTINUED LOCAL EMERGENCY RELATED TO THE JANUARY 2023 WINTER STORMS".
9.f
Approval of Minutes
Attachments
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Public Comments
1. CC 2023-02-14 Approval of Minutes_Jan24_2023.pdf
Approved the minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of January 24, 2023, as submitted.
9.g
Consideration of Appointments to the Architectural Review Committee; Community Service Grant Program Committee; and Arroyo Grande Tourism Business Improvement District Advisory Board Attachments
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Public Comments
1. CC 2023-02-14 Consideration of Appointments to the AGTBID Advisory Board and ARC.pdf
2. CC 2023-02-14 Attachment 1- Application to PC-ARC_G Martin_Redacted.pdf
3. CC 2023-02-14 Attachment 2 - Application to CSGP_A Loe_Redacted.pdf
4. CC 2023-02-14 Attachment 3 - Application to TBID_D Glass_Redacted.pdf
5. CC 2023-02-14 Attachment 4 - Chamber Letter of Recommendation_David Glass.pdf 1) Appointed Glenn Martin to the ARC; 2) Appointed Aileen Loe to the CSGPC; and 3) Appointed David Glass to the AGTBID Advisory Board.
9.h
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 2023-02-14 FCFA Generator Continued Emergency.pdf
2. CC 2023-02-14 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.i
Consideration of Rejection of All Bids for the Retrofit of Swinging Bridge over Arroyo Grande Creek Project, PW 2021-06 Attachments
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Public Comments
1. CC 2023-2-14 Swinging Bridge Retrofit Project - Reject all bids.pdf
2. CC 2023-02-14 Attachment 1 - Swinging Bridge Bid Results Jan 2023.pdf Rejected all Bids on the Retrofit of Swinging Bridge over Arroyo Grande Creek Project (Project) and directed staff to begin the processes of compliance with Federal procedures and requirements set forth in the Local Assistance Procedures Manual on the Project.
9.e
Consideration of an Extension of the Consultant Services Agreement with Verdin Marketing for Tourism Marketing Services for One Year Attachments
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Public Comments
1. CC 2023-02-14 Amendment to CSA with Verdin for Tourism Marketing Services.pdf
2. CC 2023-02-14 Attachment 1 - CSA Verdin Marketing1.pdf Council Member Barneich recused herself due to having performed interior design work for the owners of Verdin Marketing on their residence and to avoid any appearance of impropriety.
Moved by
Council Member Guthrie
Seconded by
Council Member Secrest
Approve and authorize the City Manager to extend the Consultant Services Agreement with Verdin Marketing for a period of one year, expiring on June 30, 2024.
AYES (4)
Mayor Ray Russom, Council Member George, Council Member Secrest, and Council Member Guthrie ABSENT (1)
Mayor Pro Tem Barneich
Passed (4 to 0)
10. PUBLIC HEARINGS
Public Comments:
10.a
Public Hearing to Discuss and Consider a Resolution Approving Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Projects for Year 2023 Attachments
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Public Comments
1. CC 2023-02-14 Approval of CDBG Projects.pdf
2. 2023-02-14 Attachment 1 - Proposed Resolution.pdf
3. 2023-02-14 Attachment 2 - CDBG Cooperation Agreement.pdf
4. 2023-02-14 Attachment 3 - 5CHC Application.pdf
5. 2023-02-14 Attachment 4 - HASLO Application.pdf
6. 2023-02-14 Attachment 5 - Project Map.pdf
Planning Manager Perez presented the item and recommended that the Council a dopt a Resolution approving projects to be funded with the City’s allocation of CDBG funds for the Year 2023.
Mayor Ray Russom opened the public hearing. Upon hearing no public comments, Mayor Ray Russom closed the public hearing.
Moved by
Council Member George
Seconded by
Council Member Guthrie
Adopt a Resolution approving projects to be funded with the City’s allocation of CDBG funds for the Year 2023 as shown in Table 1.
AYES (5)
Mayor Ray Russom, Mayor Pro Tem Barneich, Council Member George, Council Member Secrest, and Council Member Guthrie Passed (5 to 0)
11. OLD BUSINESS
Public Comments:
11.a
Update and Discussion of a Proposal for the Comprehensive General Plan Update Attachments
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Public Comments
1. CC 2023-02-14 General Plan Proposal and Discussion.pdf
2. CC 2023-02-14 Attachment 1 - Proposal for Services_Mintier Harnish.pdf
3. CC 2023-02-14 Attachment 2 - Staff Report and Minutes_July 26, 2022.pdf Community Development Director Pedrotti presented the report and recommended that the Council 1) Direct staff to return to the City Council with a consultant services agreement with Mintier Harnish to initiate the comprehensive General Plan Update, and 2) Direct staff to solicit proposals for a Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice (DEIJ) expert to implement the City’s DEIJ Policy and return to the City Council with a consultant contract for these services. Director Pedrotti and City Manager McDonald responded to Council questions.
Mayor Ray Russom invited public comment. No public comments were received.
Council discussion ensued regarding timing options for the General Plan Update and the consultant's proposal. Michael Gibbons, Minitier Harnish, responded to questions from Council.
Moved by
Council Member George
Seconded by
Council Member Secrest
1) Direct staff to return to the City Council with a consultant services agreement with Mintier Harnish to initiate the comprehensive General Plan Update to include the three-year scope of work and alternatives, the Climate Action Plan update, Comprehensive Development Code update, and Economic Development Tasks; and addition of potential funding sources; and 2) Direct staff to solicit proposals for a separate DEIJ expert.
AYES (4)
Mayor Ray Russom, Mayor Pro Tem Barneich, Council Member George, and Council Member Secrest NOES (1)
Council Member Guthrie
Passed (4 to 1)
12. NEW BUSINESS
Public Comments:
12.a
Consideration of a Resolution Suspending Penalties for Failure to Meet Required Water Use Reductions During the Current Stage 1 Water Shortage Emergency Attachments
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Public Comments
1. CC 2023-02-14 Consideration of a Resolution Suspending Penalties for Failure to Meet Required Water use Reductions.pdf
2. CC 2023-02-14 - Attachment 1 Proposed Resolution.pdf
3. CC 2023-02-14 - Attachment 2 Resolution 5119.pdf
Mayor Ray Russom called for a brief break at 7:46 p.m. The Council reconvened at 7:51 p.m.
Administrative Services Director Valentine presented the report and recommended that the Council adopt a Resolution authorizing the City’s Administrative Services Director to suspend penalties imposed pursuant to the Stage 1 Water Shortage Emergency Declaration adopted on October 12, 2021, Resolution 5119, for failure to meet required water use reductions for February 2023 billing dates and all future billing dates until otherwise directed by the City Council. Director Valentine and Utilities Manager Taylor responded to questions from Council.
Mayor Ray Russom invited public comment. No public comments were received.
Mayor Ray Russom made a motion to adopt a Resolution authorizing the City’s Administrative Services Director to suspend penalties imposed for February billing dates and all future billing dates pursuant to the Stage 1 Water Shortage Emergency Declaration adopted on October 12, 2021, Resolution 5119, and to direct staff to include a discussion regarding potential future water shortage emergency declaration language.
The motion failed due to a lack of a second.
Council Member Guthrie made a motion to eliminate the penalties when the Stage 1 Water Shortage Emergency Declaration is rescinded, and to direct staff to bring back options in language that encourages continued water savings. Mayor Pro Tem Barneich seconded the motion with a request to direct staff to also bring back a discussion regarding water shortage triggers. Council Member Guthrie concurred.
Council Member George commented regarding the option of suspending penalties until April 2023 when staff brings back an item to consider rescinding the State 1 Water Shortage Emergency declaration. Council Member Guthrie did not concur due to concerns with starting and stopping penalties.
Moved by
Council Member Guthrie
Seconded by
Mayor Pro Tem Barneich
Direct staff to
eliminate the penalties when the Stage 1 Water Shortage Emergency Declaration is rescinded; bring back options in language that encourages continued water savings; and bring back a discussion regarding water shortage triggers .
AYES (3)
Mayor Pro Tem Barneich, Council Member Secrest, and Council Member Guthrie NOES (2)
Mayor Ray Russom, and Council Member George
Passed (3 to 2)
13. COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS
Public Comments:
Mayor Pro Tem Barneich commented on the Community Service Grant Application and welcomed Interim City Attorney Rosen.
Council Member George thanked Central Coast Follies for their assistance; and commented on the Clark Center performances of STEAMPunk Adventures in March .
Council Member Secrest noted that there will be a youth section included in the Art in the Park event; and that Christopher Pruvell, lead prosecutor in the Kristin Smart case, appreciated the support from the Arroyo Grande community during the trial.
14. CLOSED SESSION
Public Comments:
City Attorney Rosen announced that the Council will recess into closed session to discuss the following item:
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL- EXISTING LITIGATION pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1):
Name of Case: Santa Maria Valley Water Conservation District v. City of Santa Maria, et al. and related actions, Santa Clara Superior Court, Case No. CV 770214.
Council adjourned to Closed Session at 8:39 p.m. A Closed Session report will be provided at the next Regular City Council meeting.
15. ADJOURNMENT
Public Comments:
There being no further business to come before the City Council, Mayor Ray Russom adjourned the meeting at 9:45 p.m.