AGENDA CORRESPONDENCE
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AGENDA NO: PC
MEETING DATE: August 11, 2026
1 Heather Goodwin
From: Alphonsus Rawson
Sent: Monday, August 10, 2026 1:56 PM
To: Council
Subject: Agenda items tuesday 8/11
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Hi,
I would like to submit the following for public comment/suggesƟon for whichever agenda item they may apply to respecƞully.
Firstly I woud like to propose the idea of planƟng or transplanƟng 3 redwood trees in place of the 3 power plant stacks scheduled for deconstrucƟon. This would preserve the tourist aƩracƟon aspect of the city while stepping into a clean energy/ eco friendly future and away from a destrucƟve past . If trees are planted, older residents can find comfort in knowing that the ciƟes skyline will grow in the years to come, and younger residents can mark the passage of Ɵme through the growth of the trees .
AddiƟonally I would like to suggest an adjustment to local law enforcement/mbpd sirens and uniforms, in order to reinforce trust/faith in local law enforcement as federal law enforcements lack of idenƟficaƟon remains uncertain. I find it important for local law enforcement to disƟnguish themselves from federal law enforcement. This can be done by color coding the department to the State colors of gold and yellow, for their uniforms and patrol vehicles, as well as sirens. The sirens would be an especially relevant suggesƟon in regards to mentally ill response calls as the sirens can be oversƟmulaƟng or disorientaƟng and I would expect an epellepƟc resident to have a seizure from prolonged exposure.
LimiƟng sirens to two colors and a slower pace would reduce risk of this .
AddiƟonally I would like to suggest higher divider walls on the freeways for whichever jurisidcƟon applies to morro bay, for the safety of motorcyclists especially, as the possibility of a cyclist being thrown over the divider is increased with the current infrastructure. This infrastrucure also increases risk of deer accidents.
AddiƟonally I would like to implore you to remove any contracts with FLOCK as they are unconsƟtuƟonal and have been known to be easily compromised . See Cal poly and other ciƟes Deflock movements.
Best regards with graƟtude
Alphons Rawson
1 Heather Goodwin
From: Alphonsus Rawson
Sent: Monday, August 10, 2026 2:14 PM
To: Council
Subject: Additional public comment item for 8/11 city council meeting [Some people who received this message don't oŌen get email from Learn why this is important at hƩps://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdenƟficaƟon ] CAUTION: This is an external email. Please take care when clicking links or opening aƩachments.
Hi,
Another public comment item I want to suggest is the addiƟon of California state flags to lightposts or public Main street / boulevard infrastructure. This would promote state naƟonalism and unity in a Ɵme of uncertainty. The flags are significant as a reminder that California has existed historically before its acceptance into the Union.
To go a step further, the coordinaƟon of flags to represent NaƟve/Indigeneous/First NaƟon land that Morro Bay rests on may be a beneficial/producƟve step forward in public relaƟons between local govt and tribal/first naƟon govts, whether first naƟons are federally recognized or not (referring to the Northern Chumash Tribe) I’d also like to suggest the addiƟon of more awnings and canopies wherever possible to protect residents from heatwaves and especially at bus stops or public transit hotspots, and wherever may benefit the city to be more walkable. thank you for your consideraƟon
Alphons Rawson
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2 Sincerely,
Kristen Headland
Morro Bay Resident
Reclaiming Our Park
Visualizing What Could Be
Reimagining Spaces to Make
Community Places
The following slides are inspired by ideas from the
recent community town halls.These visuals may
assist in thinking through what’s feasible and
actionable for improving Morro Bay Park.
Disclaimer: AI was used to help generate visualizations.
All designs are original.
A Little Shade
Sail shades and thoughtfully
painted table tops offer an
economical way to transform a
harsh space into a friendly place.
Let There Be Light
Transforming the area behind the
transit station into a well-lit place
will discourage illicit behavior and
encourage families to come enjoy
the basketball courts at any hour.
A large well-lit sculpture is another
way to convey community. It
could be crafted by a local artist
and commissioned by the city or
partner organization.
Safe &
Clean
Restroom
• Crime Prevention
Through
Environmental Design
(CPTED)
• Remove architectural
features that
encourage hiding and
loitering
• Install bright motion
lighting and cameras
• Keypads/timed locks
• Post signs, including
CA Penal Code 647(d)
Beautify the
Transit Station
• Don’t move it, keep it
• Re-imagine it with
vibrant community art
• Enhance existing
lighting, add lighting
• Post signs, including
CA Penal Code 647(d)
Farmer’s Market
Delight
Moving the Saturday market to
Morro Bay Park will:
• Remove bottlenecks from
downtown
• Offer a weekly event year-round
in a green space
• Make Morro Bay Park a
destination that will ultimately
draw premier retailers and
businesses to populate the
immediate surrounding area
Dare to
Dream
Start with what’s
already here.
Small, practical
changes to
existing
infrastructure
can make a big
impact on how
our park feels
and works for
everyone.