CITY OF SANTA BARBARA
CITY COUNCIL
Randy Rowse
Mayor
Meagan Harmon
Mayor Pro Tempore
Rebecca Bjork
City Administrator
Kristen W. Sneddon
Ordinance Committee Chair
Sarah J. Knecht
Acting City Attorney
Eric Friedman
Finance Committee Chair
Alejandra Gutierrez
Oscar Gutierrez
Mike Jordan
City Hall
735 Anacapa Street
http://www.SantaBarbaraCA.gov
DECEMBER 6, 2022, 2:00 PM
AGENDA
IN-PERSON PUBLIC COMMENT: At the beginning of each meeting of the City Council, Finance Committee, or Ordinance Committee, any member of the public may address the City Council concerning any item not on the Council's agenda. Any person wishing to make such address should first complete and deliver a "Request to Speak" form prior to the time that public comment is taken up by the City Council. 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.
Any member of the public who did not speak during the 2:00 p.m. session but who submitted a request to do so during the 2:00 p.m. 30 minute session may do so at the end of the meeting when the additional “Public Comment (If Necessary)” is announced. The City Council, upon majority vote, may decline to hear a speaker on the grounds that the subject matter is beyond their jurisdiction.
REMOTE 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. The keyboard shortcut for this is Alt+Y for Windows and Option+Y for Macs. City staff will activate the speaker’s microphone when the speaker’s name is called. The speaker will then need to unmute themselves. The keyboard shortcut for this is Alt+M for Windows or Command-Shift-A for Macs.
HOW TO REMOTELY OBSERVE AND/OR SPEAK LIVE AT A MEETING
Web: https://santabarbaraca-gov.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_BHXU9bk1SWq0ntGHplRq0Q (Participation via Zoom)
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 8:00 a.m., and in Spanish on Sundays at 3:00 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.
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.
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 Chambers at City Hall. (CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE)
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 or raise your hand in Zoom 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. 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. Specialized services, such as sign language interpretation or documents in Braille, may require additional lead time to arrange. 12/06/2022 Santa Barbara City Council Final Agenda Page 1 DECEMBER 6, 2022 AGENDA
FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING - 12:30 P.M. IN THE DAVID GEBHARD PUBLIC MEETING ROOM, 630 GARDEN STREET (120.03)
1. Subject: Proposed State Street Outdoor Business Facility Charge (530.01) Recommendation: That Finance Committee consider and recommend an Outdoor Business Facility Charge for use of the public right-of-way on the State Street Promenade, including the 400 and 1300 blocks of State Street, for City Council consideration.
Webinar ID: 829 7107 5993
ORDINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING - 12:30 P.M. IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBER (120.03)
1. Subject: Zoning Ordinance Amendments for Accessory Dwelling Units (640.09)
Recommendation: That Ordinance Committee consider and recommend that City Council adopt amendments to the Inland Zoning Ordinance (Santa Barbara Municipal Code Title 30) and Coastal Zoning Ordinance (Santa Barbara Municipal Code Title 28) for Accessory Dwelling Units.
Webinar ID: 832 2691 9770
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING – 2:00 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
CEREMONIAL ITEMS
1. Subject: Employee Recognition – Service Award Pins (120.04) 12/06/2022 Santa Barbara City Council Final Agenda Page 2 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 December 31, 2022.
CHANGES TO THE AGENDA
PUBLIC COMMENT
CONSENT CALENDAR
2. Subject: Minutes
Recommendation: That Council waive reading and approve the minutes of the regular meeting of November 1, 2022; November 8, 2022; November 15, 2022; and the special meetings of November 1, 2022; November 8, 2022.
3. Subject: Designation of the Sustainability and Resilience Department as the Entity Responsible for Enforcement of Municipal Code Chapters 9.150 and
9.165 [Ordinance Adoption] (630.02)
Recommendation: That Council adopt, by reading of title only, an Ordinance of the Council of the City of Santa Barbara Amending Sections 9.150.070 and 9.165.050 of the Santa Barbara Municipal Code (SBMC) to Designate the Sustainability and Resilience Department as the Entity Responsible for Enforcement and Make Corresponding Changes Consistent with State Law.
4. Subject: Lease Agreement for Office Space for the Sustainability and Resilience Department at 801 Garden Street [Ordinance Introduction; Resolution; Agreement] (330.04)
Recommendation: That Council:
A. Introduce and subsequently adopt, by reading of title only, an Ordinance of the Council of the City of Santa Barbara Authorizing the Sustainability and Resilience Director to Execute an Office Lease Agreement with Hayes Property Management, for the Property Located at 801 Garden Street, Suite 200, Commencing Upon the Effective Date of the Lease Agreement, January 16, 2023.
B. Adopt, by reading of title only, a Resolution of the Council of the City of Santa Barbara Amending Resolution No. 22-059, Adopting the budget for Fiscal Year 2023, for costs related to the lease agreement and other onetime infrastructure and moving costs.
5. Subject: Updated Planning Commission Guidelines [Resolution] (650.03) 12/06/2022 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 Adopting Planning Commission Guidelines Governing the Code of Conduct for Meetings and Rescinding the Planning Commission Guidelines Adopted by City Council on July 15, 1997.
6. Subject: Acceptance of California State Library Grant, English as a Second Language [Resolution] (570.04)
Recommendation: That Council:
A. Accept the California State Library grant for $86,351 to support English as a Second Language (ESL) Literacy Services; and
B. Adopt, by reading of title only, a Resolution of the Council of the City of Santa Barbara amending Resolution No. 22-059, adopting the Budget for Fiscal Year 2023, to approve an increase of Revenue and Expenditure Appropriations in Fiscal Year 2023 in the Library Department Miscellaneous Grants Fund Budget in the Amount of $86,351.
7. Subject: Acceptance of California State Library Grant, Book to Action [Resolution] (570.04)
Recommendation: That Council:
A. Accept a grant in the amount of $20,000 from the California State Library for the support of Adult Education programing; and
B. Adopt, by reading of title only, a Resolution of the Council of the City of Santa Barbara amending Resolution No. 22-059, adopting the Budget for Fiscal Year 2023, to approve an increase of Revenue and Expenditure Appropriations in Fiscal Year 2023 in the Library Department Miscellaneous Grants Fund Budget in the Amount of $20,000 from the California State Library, Federal Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) fund.
8. Subject: Acceptance of California State Library Grant, Adult and Family Literacy [Resolution] (570.04)
Recommendation: That Council:
A. Accept a grant in the amount of $56,215 from the California State Library for the support of Family and Adult Literacy programing; and B. Adopt, by reading of title only, a Resolution of the Council of the City of Santa Barbara amending Resolution No. 22-059, adopting the Budget for Fiscal Year 2023, to approve an increase of Revenue and Expenditure 12/06/2022 Santa Barbara City Council Final Agenda Page 4 Appropriations in Fiscal Year 2023 in the Library Department Miscellaneous Grants Fund Budget in the Amount of $56,215 from the California State Library.
9. Subject: Acceptance of California State Library Zip Books Project Grant [Resolution] (570.04)
Recommendation: That Council:
A. Accept a grant in the amount of $24,628 from the California State Library to provide access to additional books.
B. Adopt, by reading of title only, a Resolution of the Council of the City of Santa Barbara amending Resolution No. 22-059, adopting the Budget for Fiscal Year 2023, to approve an increase of Revenue and Expenditure Appropriations in Fiscal Year 2023 in the Library Department Miscellaneous Grants Fund Budget in the Amount of $24,628 from the California State Library.
10. Subject: Agreement for Independent Police Monitor Professional Advisory Services in Support of New Civilian Oversight System [Resolution; Agreement] (520.01)
Recommendation: That Council:
A. Authorize the City Administrator to execute an agreement with The Aden Group, LLC in an amount not to exceed $67,200 covering the period from December 6, 2022 to June 30, 2023.
B. Adopt, by reading of title only, a Resolution of the Council of the City of Santa Barbara Amending Resolution 22-059, Adopting the Budget for Fiscal Year 2023, to increase appropriations in the City Administrator’s Office, in the General Fund, for $67,200.
11. Subject: Municipal Financial Advisory Services for the Police Facility Debt Issuance [Agreement] (210.01)
Recommendation: That Council authorize the Finance Director to execute an agreement with KNN Public Finance, LLC, for municipal financial advisory services in an amount not to exceed $130,000 in connection with the debt issuance for the City’s Police Facility.
12. Subject: Water and Wastewater Service Agreement for 4 Sunrise Hill Lane [Agreement] (540.06)
Recommendation: That Council:
12/06/2022 Santa Barbara City Council Final Agenda Page 5 A. Authorize the Public Works Director to execute an agreement for provision of water and sewer service to real property located outside City of Santa Barbara limits, between the City and 109 Investors LLC, to provide City water and wastewater services to 4 Sunrise Hill Lane (APN 013-210-049); and
B. Authorize the Public Works Director to submit an application to the Local Agency Formation Commission to approve the water and wastewater service agreement.
13. Subject: Advanced Traffic Signal Management System Replacement [Agreement] (530.05)
Recommendation: That Council authorize the Public Works Director to execute a City Professional Services Contract with McCain, Inc. in the amount of $472,176 for an advanced traffic signal management system and traffic signal controllers.
14. Subject: Third Contract Amendment with Carollo Engineers, Inc. for Owner’s Representative Services and Contract Administration Support for Operating the Charles E. Meyer Desalination Plant [Agreement] (540.1) Recommendation: That Council authorize the Public Works Director to execute the Third Contract Amendment to the City Professional Services Agreement No. 25,222 with Carollo Engineers, Inc. in the amount of $247,278 to provide continued owner’s representative services and contract administration support for operating the Charles E. Meyer Desalination Plant.
15. Subject: Measure C Annual Accountability Report Fiscal Year (FY) 2022 (210.01)
Recommendation: That Council accept the Measure C Annual Accountability Report for the Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2022.
16. Subject: October 2022 Investment Report (260.02)
Recommendation: That Council accept the October 2022 Investment Report.
17. Subject: Funding Recommendations for Community Arts, Organizational Development, and Events and Festivals Cultural Arts Grants (610.03) Recommendation: That Council review and approve the City of Santa Barbara Arts Advisory Committee and Community Events and Festivals Committee grant funding recommendations for Fiscal Year 2022-2023.
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18. Subject: Sole Source Purchasing Request for Downtown Parking Revenue Control Equipment, Maintenance Services, Replacement Parts, and Payment Processing (550.01)
Recommendation: That Council:
A. Waive compliance with the formal bidding procedure pursuant to Santa Barbara Municipal Code section 4.52.070(K) and authorize the sole source purchase of SKIDATA Group parking revenue control equipment and replacement parts from SKIDATA Group for a period of five years; and B. Authorize five consecutive yearly purchase orders with SKIDATA Group to provide equipment maintenance services, payment processing, and spare parts for the five-year period at an annual cost of $139,000.
19. Subject: Set a Date for Public Hearing Regarding Parks and Recreation Commission's Rejection of Tree Removal (570.08)
Recommendation: That Council:
A. Set the date of January 31, 2023, at 2:00 p.m., for hearing the appeal filed by Allie and Chris Joyce of the Parks and Recreation Commission's rejection of tree removal; and
B. Set the date of January 30, 2023, at 1:30 p.m., for a site visit to the property located at 2131 Red Rose Way.
This concludes the Consent Calendar.
REPORT FROM THE FINANCE COMMITTEE
REPORT FROM THE ORDINANCE COMMITTEE
CITY COUNCIL ADMINISTRATIVE AND ATTORNEY REPORTS
FINANCE DEPARTMENT
20. Subject: Appropriate Fiscal Year 2022 Preliminary General Fund Operating Surplus and Adopt Reserve Policy [Resolutions] (210.01) Recommendation: That Council:
A. Adopt, by reading of title only, a Resolution of the Council of the City of Santa Barbara Amending Resolution No. 22-059, Adopting the Budget for Fiscal Year 2023, for Appropriating the Preliminary Fiscal Year 2022 General Fund Operating Surplus; and
12/06/2022 Santa Barbara City Council Final Agenda Page 7 B. Adopt, by reading of title only, a Resolution of the Council of the City of Santa Barbara Establishing Policies for Reserves for the City's General Fund, Enterprise Funds, and Internal Service Funds, and Amending Resolution No. 12-066 and Rescinding Resolution No. 18-056.
MAYOR AND COUNCIL REPORTS
21. Subject: Interviews for Fire and Police Commission (140.05) Recommendation: That Council hold interviews of applicants to the Fire and Police Commission.
22. Subject: Appointments to City Advisory Groups (140.05) Recommendation: That Council make appointments to the City’s Advisory Groups, not including Fire and Police Commission.
COUNCIL AND STAFF COMMUNICATIONS
COUNCILMEMBER COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENT REPORTS
PUBLIC COMMENT (IF NECESSARY)
ADJOURNMENT