City Council Meeting - October 10, 2023
1. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Ray Russom called the Regular City Council Meeting to order at 6:00 p.m..
2. ROLL CALL
City Clerk Matson took roll call.
3. MOMENT OF REFLECTION
4. FLAG SALUTE
Mayor Ray Russom led the flag salute.
5. AGENDA REVIEW
5.a
Closed Session Announcements
5.b
Ordinances read in title only
Moved by
Mayor Ray Russom
Seconded by
Mayor Pro Tem Barneich
Move that all ordinances presented at the meeting shall be read by title only and all further readings be waived.
Passed
6. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
6.a
Honorary Proclamation Recognizing Arroyo Grande High School Water Polo Coach Steven Allen
1. CC 2023-10-10 Honorary Proclamation_Coach Steven Allen.pdf Mayor Ray Russom read the Honorary Proclamation Recognizing Arroyo Grande Water Polo Coach Steven Allen. Steven Allen accepted the proclamation.
Mayor Ray Russom invited public comment. Speaking from the public were Kayla, Brooklyn, Brandy Pasquini, Glenn Martin, No Name Provided, Eric Marsh, Sage, Miles Whitfield, and Andy Burnette.
No action was taken on this item.
Mayor Ray Russom called for a brief break from 6:27 p.m. to 6:35 p.m.
6.b
Interim City Manager Communications
Interim City Manager Robeson provided an update regarding the General Plan Update Workshop held on October 5th and the City's new mobile app. City Engineer Sweeney provided an update regarding the Fair Oaks Waterline Project, Concrete Repairs Project, Tally Ho Frontage Improvements Project, Public Safety Camera Project, and Swinging Bridge Retrofit Project.
No action was taken on this item.
Receive correspondence/comments as presented by the Interim City Manager and Provide direction, as necessary.
7. CITY COUNCIL REPORTS
None.
Reports are made during the Second Council Meeting each month.
8. COMMUNITY COMMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS
Mayor Ray Russom invited public comment. Speaking from the public was Gaea Powell, Alexandria, and Kacey Collins.
9. CONSENT AGENDA
Mayor Ray Russom asked the Council if there were any questions or any items to be pulled from the consent agenda for further discussion. There were none.
Mayor Ray Russom invited public comment. No public comments were received.
Moved by
Mayor Pro Tem Barneich
Seconded by
Council Member George
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
1. CC 2023-10-10 Cash Disbursement Ratification.pdf
2. CC 2023-10-10 Attachment 1 - Cash Disbursement Ratification.pdf
3. CC 2023-10-10 Attachment 2 - Cash Disbursement Ratification.pdf 1) Ratified the attached listing of cash disbursements for the period of September 1 through September 15, 2023; 2) Determined that ratifying the cash disbursements is not a project subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) because it has no potential to result in either a direct, or reasonably foreseeable indirect, physical change in the environment. (State CEQA Guidelines, §§ 15060, subd. (b)(2)-(3), 15378.)
9.b
Consideration of Statement of Investment Deposits
1. CC 2023-10-10 Statement of Investment Deposits.pdf
2. CC 2023-10-10 Attachment 1 - Statement of Investment Deposits.pdf 1) Received and filed the attached report listing investment deposits of the City of Arroyo Grande as of August 31, 2023, as required by Government Code Section 53646(b); 2) Determined that receiving the report of investment deposits is not a project subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) because it has no potential to result in either a direct, or reasonably foreseeable indirect, physical change in the environment. (State CEQA Guidelines, §§ 15060, subd. (b)(2)-(3), 15378.)
9.c
Consider Adoption of an Ordinance Updating Chapter 3.08 of the City’s Municipal Code Related to Purchasing
1. CC 2023-10-10 Consideration of Adoption of Ordinance amending Arroyo Grande Municipal Code Chapter 3.08 of Title 3.pdf
2. CC 2023-10-10 Attachment 1 - Proposed Ordinance.pdf
1) Adopted an Ordinance of the City Council of Arroyo Grande, Amending Arroyo Grande Municipal Code Chapter 3.08 of Title 3 to Update the City’s Purchasing System; 2) Determined that ratifying the Ordinance Adoption is not a project subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) because it has no potential to result in either a direct, or reasonably foreseeable indirect, physical change in the environment. (State CEQA Guidelines, §§ 15060, subd. (b)(2)-(3), 15378.)
9.d
Approval of Minutes
1. CC 2023-10-10 Approval of Minutes_Sep26_2023.pdf
Approved the minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of September 26, 2023, as submitted.
9.e
Consideration of Cancellation of the December 26, 2023 City Council Meeting
1. CC 2023-10-10 Cancel December 26 Meeting.pdf
Canceled the regularly scheduled Council meeting of December 26, 2023, due to the holidays.
9.f
Consideration of Adoption of an Ordinance to Reduce the Speed Limit on Tally Ho Road
1. CC 2023-10-10 Adopt Tally Ho Speed Limit Ordinance.pdf
2. CC 2023-10-10 Attachment 1 - Tally Ho Speed Limit Reduction Ordinance-c1.pdf
3. CC 2023-10-10 Attachment 2 - E and TS.pdf
4. CC 2023-10-10 Attachment 3 - Tally Ho striping plan.pdf 1) Adopted the Ordinance authorizing a speed limit reduction on Tally Ho Road between James Way and Highway 227 from 35 mph to 30 mph and 2) Made findings that the speed limit adjustment is not a project subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) because it has no potential to result in either a direct, or reasonably foreseeable indirect, physical change in the environment. (State CEQA Guidelines, §§ 15060, subd. (b)(2)-(3), 15378.)
9.g
Consideration of Agreement for Contractor Services for Arroyo Grande Creek Fallen and Undermined Tree, Debris Removal;
1. CC 2023-10-10 Arroyo Grande Creek Tree and Debris Removal.pdf
2. CC 2023-10-10 Attachment 1 - Agreement.pdf
3. CC 2023-10-10 Attachment 2 - Executive Order.pdf
1) Authorized the City Manager to execute the agreement for Contractor Services with Bunyon Brothers Tree Care, Inc. for Arroyo Grande Creek fallen and undermined tree and debris removal; and 2) Made findings that the entire Project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under CEQA Guidelines section 15269 and Executive Order No. N-10-23 and direct staff to file a Notice of Exemption for this project.
9.h
Consideration of Temporary Use Permit 23-009 Authorizing Temporary Closure of Branch Street for Halloween in the Village from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM Tuesday, October 31, 2023;
1. CC 2023-10-10 Halloween in the Village TUP.pdf
2. CC 2023-10-10 Attachment 1 - Proposed Resolution(1).pdf
3. CC 2023-10-10 Attachment 2 - Detour Map.pdf
1) Adopted a Resolution approving Temporary Use Permit 23-009 authorizing the closure of East and West Branch Streets to accommodate Halloween in the Village; and 2) Determined that this project is categorically exempt per Section 15304(e) of the CEQA Guidelines regarding minor temporary uses of land.
9.i
Consideration of Temporary Use Permit 23-010 Authorizing Use of Heritage Square Park for the 2023 Arroyo Grande Beer and Wine Festival;
1. CC 2023-10-10 AGVA Beer and Wine Festival TUP.pdf
2. CC 2023-10-10 Attachment 1 - Proposed Resolution.pdf
3. CC 2023-10-10 Attachment 2 - Applicant Letter.pdf
1) Adopted a Resolution approving Temporary Use Permit 23-010 authorizing the use of Heritage Square Park for the 2023 Arroyo Grande Beer and Wine Festival; and 2) Determined that this project is categorically exempt per Section 15304(e) of the CEQA Guidelines regarding minor temporary uses of land.
10. PUBLIC HEARINGS
11. OLD BUSINESS
12. NEW BUSINESS
12.a
Discussion of Formula Businesses in the Arroyo Grande Village
1. CC 2023-10-10 Formula Business Study Session.pdf
2. CC 2023-10-10 Attachment 1 - Ordinance 570 - Formula Businesses - 2005.pdf
3. CC 2023-10-10 Attachment 2 - April 26, 2005 City Council Staff Report.pdf
4. CC 2023-10-10 Attachment 3 - August 9, 2005 City Council Staff Report.pdf
5. CC 2023-10-10 Attachment 4 - August 23, 2005 City Council Staff Report.pdf Community Development Director Pedrotti presented the staff report and recommended Council review staff's draft ordinance, receive public comment, and provide direction to staff. Director Pedrotti provided a revised map to Council. Staff responded to questions from Council.
Mayor Ray Russom invited public comment. Speaking from the public was Alexandria. No further public comments were received.
Council discussion ensued regarding legally non-confirming businesses, impacts on small businesses, and the draft ordinance. City Attorney Rosen provided legal clarification regarding the draft ordinance. Council requested staff provide clarification in the ordinance regarding a legally non-conforming designation when a business is sold.
Moved by
Council Member Guthrie
Seconded by
Mayor Pro Tem Barneich
1) Direct staff to bring back the Ordinance for Council consideration, eliminating the restaurant and retail exceptions; 2) Explore increasing the number of establishments that define a "formula business;" 3) Add "services" to list of definition of businesses; and 4) Remove "limited to" from list of types of businesses.
AYES (5)
Mayor Ray Russom, Mayor Pro Tem Barneich, Council Member George, Council Member Secrest, and Council Member Guthrie Passed (5 to 0)
13. COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS
Council Member Guthrie requested an update on the Safe Parking Ordinance.
14. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the City Council, Mayor Ray Russom adjourned the meeting at 8:20 p.m.