CITY OF SANTA BARBARA
CITY COUNCIL
Randy Rowse
Mayor
Meagan Harmon
Mayor Pro Tempore
Rebecca Bjork
Interim City Administrator
Kristen W. Sneddon
Ordinance Committee Chair
Ariel Pierre Calonne
City Attorney
Eric Friedman
Finance Committee Chair
Alejandra Gutierrez
Oscar Gutierrez
Mike Jordan
City Hall
735 Anacapa Street
http://www.SantaBarbaraCA.gov
JANUARY 25, 2022, 2:00 PM
AGENDA
THIS MEETING WILL BE HELD BY TELECONFERENCE AS AUTHORIZED BY GOVERNMENT CODE § 54953(e)(1)(A) TO PROMOTE SOCIAL DISTANCING AND PRIORITIZE THE PUBLIC’S HEALTH AND WELL-BEING UNDER SANTA BARBARA COUNTY HEALTH OFFICER ORDERS. AS A PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY PRECAUTION, THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS WILL NOT BE OPEN TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC. COUNCILMEMBERS MAY PARTICIPATE ELECTRONICALLY. THE CITY OF SANTA BARBARA STRONGLY ENCOURAGES AND WELCOMES PUBLIC PARTICIPATION DURING THIS TIME.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION IS AVAILABLE THROUGH THE FOLLOWING OPTIONS:
HOW TO OBSERVE AND/OR SPEAK LIVE AT A MEETING
Web: https://santabarbaraca-gov.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_BHXU9bk1SWq0ntGHplRq0Q (Participation via Zoom) Please complete the Zoom registration questions stating which item you wish to speak on. Telephone: Dial 1-669-900-6833, Enter Webinar ID: 948 7481 3299 (press *9 to raise/lower hand; press *6 to mute/unmute) Online Streaming: Council meetings are streamed live at www.SantaBarbaraCA.gov/CAP TV: Each regular City Council meeting is broadcast live in English and Spanish on City TV Channel 18 and rebroadcast in English on Wednesdays and Thursdays at 7:00 p.m. and Saturdays at 9:00 a.m., and in Spanish on Sundays at 4:00 p.m. Each televised Council meeting is closed captioned for the hearing impaired. Check the City TV program guide at www.santabarbaraca.gov/citytv for rebroadcasts of Finance and Ordinance Committee meetings.
PUBLIC COMMENT: Members of the public wishing to speak must “raise their hand” in the Zoom platform by selecting the virtual hand icon when their item is called. When persons are called on to speak, their microphone will be activated by City staff and the speaker will be notified that they can now unmute themselves in order to begin speaking. The speaker will then need to unmute themselves by selecting the ‘mute/unmute’ icon or pressing Alt+A on their keyboard. Each speaker will be given a total of 3 minutes to address the Council. Pooling of time is not allowed during meetings conducted electronic public comment. If general public comment on items not on the agenda at the beginning of the 2:00 p.m. session exceeds 30 minutes, there will be an opportunity for additional off-agenda public comment at the end of the meeting. The City Council, upon majority vote, may decline to hear a speaker on the grounds that the subject matter is beyond the City’s subject matter jurisdiction.
WRITTEN PUBLIC COMMENT: Public comments may also be submitted via email to [email protected] prior to the beginning of the Council Meeting. All public comments submitted via email will be provided to City Council and will become part of the public record.
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PUBLIC COMMENT: Public comment on matters not listed on the agenda will occur at the beginning of the meeting.
Members of the public wishing to speak must “raise their hand” in the Zoom platform by selecting the virtual hand icon during the presentation of that item. When persons are called on to speak, their microphone will be activated by City staff and the speaker will be notified that they can now unmute themselves in order to begin speaking. The speaker will then need to unmute themselves by selecting the ‘mute/unmute’ icon or pressing Ctrl+Alt+A on their keyboard.
For those who need accessibility accommodation in using the “raise hand” function and/or registering to participate in the Zoom session, please contact the Clerk’s office by 5:00 p.m. the day before the meeting for assistance. Additionally, a speaker may email [email protected] by 5:00 p.m. the day before a meeting, stating which item they wish to speak on. When persons are called on to speak, their microphone will be activated the speaker will be notified by City staff that they can now unmute themselves in order to begin speaking. The speaker will then need to unmute themselves by selecting the ‘mute/unmute’ icon or pressing Ctrl+Alt+A on their keyboard.
Each speaker will be given a total of 3 minutes to address the Council. Pooling of time is not allowed during general public comment.
The time allotted for general public comment at the beginning of the 2:00 p.m. session is 30 minutes. The City Council, upon majority vote, may decline to hear a speaker on the grounds that the subject matter is beyond the City’s subject matter jurisdiction.
PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDIZED ITEMS: Members of the public wishing to speak on a matter on the agenda must “raise their hand” in the Zoom platform by selecting the virtual hand icon during the presentation of that item. The “raise hand” icon is generally located on most devices in the upper right hand corner of the screen. For those who need accessibility accommodation in using the “raise hand” function, please contact the Clerk’s office by 5:00 p.m. the day before the meeting for assistance. Additionally, a speaker may email [email protected] by 5:00 p.m. the day before a meeting, stating which item they wish to speak on.
When persons are called on to speak, their microphone will be activated and they will be notified to begin speaking. Each speaker will be given a total of 3 minutes to address the Council. Pooling of time is not permitted during meetings conducted electronically.
ORDER OF BUSINESS: Regular meetings of the Finance Committee and the Ordinance Committee begin at 12:30 p.m. The regular City Council meeting begins at 2:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber at City Hall.
REPORTS: Copies of the reports relating to agenda items are available for review at http://www.SantaBarbaraCA.gov/CAP.In accordance with state law requirements, this agenda generally contains only a brief general description of each item of business to be transacted or discussed at the meeting. Should you wish more detailed information regarding any particular agenda item, you are encouraged to obtain a copy of the Council Agenda Report (a "CAR") online at the City's website (http://www.SantaBarbaraCA.gov/CAP). Materials related to an item on this agenda submitted to the City Council after distribution of the agenda packet are posted to the City’s website as soon as reasonably feasible.
CONSENT CALENDAR: The Consent Calendar is comprised of items that will not usually require discussion by the City Council. A Consent Calendar item is open for discussion by the City Council upon request of a Councilmember, City staff, or member of the public. Items on the Consent Calendar may be approved by a single motion. Should you wish to comment on an item listed on the Consent Agenda, after turning in your "Request to Speak" form, you should come forward to speak at the time the Council considers the Consent Calendar.
SPANISH INTERPRETATION: If you need interpretation of your communications to Council from Spanish into English, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at 564-5309 or by email at [email protected]. If possible, notification of at least 48 hours will usually enable the City to make arrangements.
INTERPRETACIÓN EN ESPAÑOL: Si necesita una interpretación del español al inglés, para sus comunicaciones al Consejo, comuníquese con la Oficina del Secretario Municipal al 564-5309, o por correo electrónico a [email protected]. Si es posible, la notificación de al menos 48 horas generalmente permitirá a la Ciudad hacer los arreglos.
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT: If you need auxiliary aids or services or staff assistance to attend or participate in this meeting, please contact the City Administrator's Office at 564-5305 or by email at [email protected]. If possible, notification at least 48 hours prior to the meeting will usually enable the City to make reasonable arrangements. Specialized services, such as sign language interpretation or documents in Braille, may require additional lead time to arrange. 01/25/2022 Santa Barbara City Council Final Agenda Page 1 JANUARY 25, 2022 AGENDA
ORDER OF BUSINESS
12:00 p.m. - Special Ordinance Committee Meeting, Council Chamber Web: (Participation via Zoom)
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2:00 p.m. -City Council Meeting; Zoom platform; Instructions on Page 1 SPECIAL ORDINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING - 12:00 P.M. IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBER (120.03)
Subject: Uncodified Ordinance Providing An Economic Recovery Extension And Transition Period By Amending, Restating, And Extending Provisions Previously Included In The Emergency Economic Recovery Ordinances Recommendation: That Ordinance Committee recommend that Council introduce and subsequently adopt by reading of title only, an Uncodified Ordinance of the Council of the City of Santa Barbara Providing an Economic Recovery Extension and Transition Period by Amending, Restating, and Extending Provisions Previously Included in the Emergency Economic Recovery Ordinances. (See Council Agenda Item No. 17.)
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING – 2:00 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
CEREMONIAL ITEMS
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1. Subject: Employee Recognition – Service Award Pins
Recommendation: That Council authorize the City Administrator to express the City’s appreciation to employees who are eligible to receive service award pins for their years of service through January 31, 2022.
CHANGES TO THE AGENDA
PUBLIC COMMENT
CONSENT CALENDAR
2. Subject: Introduction Of An Ordinance For A Proposed Ten Year Mooring Lease With The State Of California For The East Beach Mooring Program Recommendation: That Council introduce and subsequently adopt, by reading of title only, an Ordinance of the Council of the City of Santa Barbara Authorizing the Waterfront Director to Execute Lease Agreement No. 8688 Between the State of California and the City of Santa Barbara, for the East Beach Mooring Permit Program, Commencing Upon the Effective Date of the Enabling Ordinance.
3. Subject: Adoption Of Resolution Urging The California Public Utilities Commission To Adopt A Rulemaking Decision On Net Energy Metering That Supports Growth Of Customer-Sited Solar Energy Installations Recommendation: That Council adopt, by reading of title only, a Resolution of the Council of the City of Santa Barbara Urging the California Public Utilities Commission to Adopt a Rulemaking Decision on Net Energy Metering that Supports Growth of Customer-Sited Solar Energy Installations.
4. Subject: Adoption Of Resolution To Support Grant Applications For SeaLevel Rise Implementation Projects And Regional Coastal Adaptation Monitoring
Recommendation: That Council adopt, by reading of title only, a Resolution of the Council of the City of Santa Barbara Supporting Grant Applications to the California Coastal Commission (CCC) for a Regional Coastal Adaptation Monitoring Program and Sea-Level Rise Adaption Projects at the Airport and Waterfront.
5. Subject: Adoption Of Resolution Authorizing Application To And Participation In The California Department Of Housing And Community Development Prohousing Designation Program
01/25/2022 Santa Barbara City Council Final Agenda Page 3 Recommendation: That Council adopt, by reading of title only, a Resolution of the Council of the City of Santa Barbara Authorizing Application to and Participation in the Prohousing Designation Program.
6. Subject: December 31, 2021 Investment Report And December 31, 2021, Fiscal Agent Report (260.02)
Recommendation: That Council:
A. Accept the December 31, 2021, Investment Report; and B. Accept the December 31, 2021, Fiscal Agent Report.
7. Subject: Adoption Of Resolution Regarding Police Chief Compensation Recommendation: That Council adopt, by reading of title only, A Resolution of the Council of the City of Santa Barbara Amending Resolution No. 21-047, the Position and Salary Control Resolution for Fiscal Year 2022, Affecting the Salary Range for Police Chief effective January 29, 2022.
8. Subject: Acceptance Of California Adult Education Programs Funds From Santa Barbara City College For Adult Education Division’s SBPL Works! Workforce Development Program And Adult Literacy Programs.
Recommendation: That Council:
A. Authorize the Library Director to accept $86,684 grant from Santa Barbara City College to fund the work of Adult Education in supporting workforce development and pandemic-related economic recovery as well as the adult literacy program.
B. Increase revenue and expenditure appropriations in the Library’s Miscellaneous Grant Fund by $86,684 in Fiscal Year 2022.
9. Subject: Acceptance Of Federal Library Services And Technology Act Funds In Support Of Community Connections Social Services Navigation Project Recommendation: That Council:
A. Authorize the Library Director to accept $60,000 grant from the California State Library in federal Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) funds; and
B. Increase revenue and expenditure appropriations in the Library’s Miscellaneous Grants, Central Library Program by $60,000 in Fiscal Year 2022.
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10. Subject: Agreement With The County Of Santa Barbara For Law Enforcement Services At Special Events
Recommendation: That Council authorize the Chief of Police to execute a one year agreement with the County of Santa Barbara Sheriff’s Department to provide law enforcement services at special events, with an expiration of June 30, 2022, in the amount of $39,400.
11. Subject: Third Amendment To Technical Study Agreement In Support Of California Environmental Quality Act Compliance For The Santa Barbara Police Station Project
Recommendation: That Council authorize the Public Works Director to execute a third amendment to the City Professional Services Agreement No. 26,634 with Dudek to prepare additional necessary technical studies in the amount of $78,672.50, in order to complete the environmental review for the Santa Barbara Police Station Project, in compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act.
12. Subject: New Site Use Agreement For Fire Department Radio And Safety Equipment Facilities Space Located At Gibraltar Peak Communications Site Recommendation: That City Council authorize the Fire Chief to execute a Site Use Agreement with a Five-Year Term for radio equipment and antenna space with Community Radio Inc., located on the Gibraltar Peak Communications Site.
13. Subject: Approval To Donate Outdated And Inoperable Computer Workstations To The Santa Barbara County Education Office Computers For Families Program (210.01)
Recommendation: That Council authorize the General Services Manager to donate outdated and inoperable computer workstations to the Santa Barbara County Education Office for the Computers for Families Program.
14. Subject: Water Supply Update, Annual Water Supply Management Report, And Recycled Water And Groundwater Studies
Recommendation: That Council:
A. Receive an update on the Three-Year Water Supply Outlook; B. Approve and adopt the City of Santa Barbara Water Supply Management Report for the 2021 Water Year, finding that the groundwater resources are in long-term balance in accordance with the conjunctive management element of the City’s Enhanced Urban Water Management Plan; 01/25/2022 Santa Barbara City Council Final Agenda Page 5 C. Authorize the Public Works Director to execute a professional services agreement with Carollo Engineers, Inc. in the amount of $61,200 to complete a Recycled Water Market Assessment, and approve expenditures of up to $6,100 for extra services that may result from necessary changes in the scope of work, for a total contract amount of $67,300; D. Authorize the Public Works Director to execute a joint funding agreement with the United States Geological Survey for the Analysis of Groundwater Flow and Storage in the Foothill and Storage Unit I Groundwater Basins with a City cost-share not to exceed $59,730; and
E. Approve an increase in appropriations in the Water Operating Fund in the amount of $59,730, funded from Water Operating Fund reserves, for the City’s share of the Analysis of Groundwater Flow and Storage in the Foothill and Storage Unit I Groundwater Basins.
CONSENT PUBLIC HEARING
15. Subject: Senate Bill 9 Urgency Ordinance Extension
Recommendation: That Council, adopt by reading in full, by a four-fifths vote, an Uncodified Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Santa Barbara Extending Ordinance No. 6049 as it Pertains to Santa Barbara Municipal Code Title 28 for an Additional Twenty-Two Months and Fifteen Days.
This concludes the Consent Calendar.
REPORT FROM THE ORDINANCE COMMITTEE
CITY COUNCIL ADMINISTRATIVE AND ATTORNEY REPORTS
POLICE DEPARTMENT
16. Subject: Annual Police Department Update
Recommendation: That City Council receive an oral presentation from the Police Chief and Command Staff regarding the Santa Barbara Police Department.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
17. Subject: Introduction Of Uncodified Ordinance Providing An Economic Recovery Extension And Transition Period By Amending, Restating, And Extending Provisions Previously Included In The Emergency Economic Recovery Ordinances
01/25/2022 Santa Barbara City Council Final Agenda Page 6 Recommendation: That Council introduce and subsequently adopt by reading of title only, an Uncodified Ordinance of the Council of the City of Santa Barbara Providing an Economic Recovery Extension and Transition Period by Amending, Restating, and Extending Provisions Previously Included in the Emergency Economic Recovery Ordinances.
LIBRARY DEPARTMENT
18. Subject: Resolution To Formally Withdraw From The Black Gold Cooperative Library System
Recommendation: That Council:
A. Approve a Resolution Declaring the City of Santa Barbara’s Intent to Formally Withdraw from the Black Gold Cooperative Library System; B. Direct the City Administrator to Submit the Resolution to the Black Gold Cooperative Library System to Trigger the Notice Requirement for Withdrawal.
COUNCIL AND STAFF COMMUNICATIONS
COUNCILMEMBER COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENT REPORTS
PUBLIC COMMENT (IF NECESSARY)
ADJOURNMENT