Santa Barbara City Council
September 17, 2024

CITY OF SANTA BARBARA

CITY COUNCIL
Randy Rowse
Mayor
Kelly McAdoo
City Administrator
Mike Jordan
Mayor Pro Tempore
Mike Jordan
Ordinance Committee Chair
Sarah J. Knecht
City Attorney
Alejandra Gutierrez
Finance Committee Chair
Eric Friedman
Meagan Harmon
Oscar Gutierrez
Kristen W. Sneddon
City Hall
735 Anacapa Street
http://www.SantaBarbaraCA.gov
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024, 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.

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REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING - 2:00 P.M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

ROLL CALL

CEREMONIAL ITEMS

1. Subject: Constitution Week September 17-23, 2024 (120.04)

CHANGES TO THE AGENDA

CONSENT CALENDAR

2. Subject: Debt Issuance for the Police Station and Dwight Murphy Field Renovation [Ordinance Adoption] (210.05)
Recommendation: That Council adopt, by reading of title only, an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Santa Barbara Authorizing the Execution and Delivery by the City of a Ground Lease, a Lease Agreement, an Indenture, and a Continuing Disclosure Agreement in Connection with the Issuance of Finance Authority of the City of Santa Barbara Lease Revenue Bonds (Public Safety and Park Projects), Series 2024, Approving the Issuance of Such Bonds in an Aggregate Principal Amount of Not to Exceed $135,000,000, Authorizing the Distribution of an Official Statement in Connection with the Offering and Sale of Such Bonds and Authorizing the Execution of Necessary Documents and Certificates and Related Actions.

3. Subject: Authorization to Join the Southern California Stormwater Monitoring Coalition [Resolution] (540.11)
Recommendation: That Council adopt, by reading of title only, a Resolution of the Council of the City of Santa Barbara Authorizing Membership in the Southern California Stormwater Monitoring Coalition.

4. Subject: Records Destruction for Finance Department [Resolution] (160.06) Recommendation: That Council adopt, by reading of title only, a Resolution of the Council of the City of Santa Barbara Relating to the Destruction of Records Held by the Finance Department in the Accounting, Administration, General Services, Risk Management, and Treasury Divisions.
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5. Subject: Sunsetting of the Living Wage Advisory Committee [Resolution] (140.01)
Recommendation: That Council adopt, by reading of title only, a Resolution of the Council of the City of Santa Barbara Sunsetting the Living Wage Advisory Committee and Rescinding Resolution 06-031.

6. Subject: Contract Amendment for Poly- and Per-Fluoroalkyl Substance (PFAS) Investigation Efforts with GSI Environmental, Inc. at the Santa Barbara Airport [Agreement] (540.11)
Recommendation: That Council authorize the Airport Director to execute the Fourth Contract Amendment to Professional Services Agreement No. 26,992 with GSI Environmental, Inc., to increase the contract in the amount of $43,000 for a new not to exceed amount of $1,314,673, for site investigation work necessary to implement Poly- and Per-Fluororalkyl Substance Supplemental Work Plan approved by the Regional Water Quality Control Board.

7. Subject: Professional Services Agreement with Environmental Science Associates for the Wildfire Resiliency Project [Agreement] (520.03) Recommendation: That Council authorize the Parks and Recreation Director to execute a Professional Services Agreement with Environmental Science Associates in the amount of $382,341 to provide as-needed biological services associated with implementation of the Wildfire Resiliency Project.

GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENT

PULLED CONSENT ITEMS

COUNCILMEMBER COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENT REPORTS

CITY COUNCIL ADMINISTRATIVE AND ATTORNEY REPORTS

AIRPORT DEPARTMENT

8. Subject: Santa Barbara Airport Master Plan Update (560.09) Recommendation: That Council receive a status update on the Santa Barbara Airport Master Plan Update.
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT

9. Subject: State Street Master Plan Vision and Short-Term Action Plan (650.05) Recommendation: That Council:

A. Receive a progress report for the State Street “Create State” Master Plan and provide direction on the recommended Grand Paseo design framework; and
B. Receive an update on a Short-Term Action Plan for the State Street Master Plan project area.

COUNCIL AND STAFF COMMUNICATIONS

COUNCILMEMBER ENGAGEMENTS

PUBLIC COMMENT (IF NECESSARY)

ADJOURNMENT
Agenda Item No. 1
File Code No. 120.04
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ORDINANCE NO.

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF

SANTA BARBARA AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION AND

DELIVERY BY THE CITY OF A GROUND LEASE, A LEASE

AGREEMENT, AN INDENTURE, AND A CONTINUING

DISCLOSURE AGREEMENT IN CONNECTION WITH THE

ISSUANCE OF FINANCE AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF

SANTA BARBARA LEASE REVENUE BONDS (PUBLIC
SAFETY AND PARK PROJECTS), SERIES 2024, APPROVING

THE ISSUANCE OF SUCH BONDS IN AN AGGREGATE
PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF NOT TO EXCEED $135,000,000,

AUTHORIZING THE DISTRIBUTION OF AN OFFICIAL

STATEMENT IN CONNECTION WITH THE OFFERING AND

SALE OF SUCH BONDS AND AUTHORIZING THE

EXECUTION OF NECESSARY DOCUMENTS AND

CERTIFICATES AND RELATED ACTIONS
WHEREAS, the City of Santa Barbara (the “City”) desires to finance costs of the design, engineering, construction, improvement, and installation of facilities to comprise a new City Police Station, the design, engineering, construction, and improvement of Dwight Murphy Field, and the construction of related capital facilities (together, the “Project”); WHEREAS, the Finance Authority of the City of Santa Barbara (the “Authority”) desires to assist the City with such financing;
WHEREAS, in order to finance the Project, the City will lease certain real property designated as the site of the new City Police Station and the improvements thereto (the “Property”), to the Authority pursuant to a Ground Lease (such Ground Lease, in the form presented at the meeting for consideration of this ordinance and on file with the Office of the City Clerk, with such changes, insertions and omissions as are made pursuant to this ordinance, being referred to herein as the “Ground Lease”);
WHEREAS, the City will sublease the Property and the improvements to be completed thereon back from the Authority pursuant to a Lease Agreement (such Lease Agreement, in the form presented at the meeting for consideration of this ordinance and on file with the Office of the City Clerk, with such changes, insertions and omissions as are made pursuant to this ordinance, being referred to herein as the “Lease Agreement”);
WHEREAS, the City and the Authority desire that the Authority issue its Finance Authority of the City of Santa Barbara Lease Revenue Bonds (Public Safety and Park Projects), Series 2024 (the “Bonds”), in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $135,000,000, payable from the base rental payments (the “Base Rental Payments”) to be made by the City pursuant to the Lease Agreement;
WHEREAS, the Bonds will be issued pursuant to the Marks-Roos Local Bond Pooling Act of 1985, commencing with Section 6584 of the California Government Code (the “Act”); Agenda Item No. 2
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WHEREAS, the Bonds will be issued to (a) finance the Project, (b) finance capitalized interest with respect to the Bonds through May 15, 2027, (c) fund a debt service reserve fund for the Bonds, and (d) pay the costs of issuance of the Bonds; WHEREAS, on the date of this ordinance, the City held a public hearing on the financing of the Project in accordance with Section 6586.5 of the Act, which hearing was held the Council Chamber at City Hall, 735 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara, California; WHEREAS, in accordance with Section 6586.5 of the Act, notice of such hearing was published once at least five days prior to the hearing in The Santa Barbara Independent, an adjudicated local newspaper of general circulation in the City; WHEREAS, in order to provide for the authentication and delivery of the Bonds, to establish and declare the terms and conditions upon which the Bonds are to be issued and secured and to secure the payment of the principal thereof, premium, if any, and interest thereon, the Authority, the City, and U.S. Bank Trust Company, National Association, as trustee (the “Trustee”), propose to enter into an Indenture (such Indenture, in the form presented at the meeting for consideration of this ordinance and on file with the Office of the City Clerk, with such changes, insertions and omissions as are made pursuant to this ordinance, being referred to herein as the “Indenture”);
WHEREAS, all rights to receive the Base Rental Payments will be assigned without recourse by the Authority to the Trustee pursuant to the Indenture; WHEREAS, the City desires to provide for the public sale of the Bonds; WHEREAS, a form of the Notice of Intention to Sell to be published by the Authority in connection with the public offering and sale of the Bonds has been prepared; WHEREAS, a form of the Official Notice of Sale to be distributed by the Authority in connection with the public offering and sale of the Bonds has been prepared (such Official Notice of Sale, in the form presented at the meeting for consideration of this ordinance and on file with the Office of the City Clerk, with such changes, insertions and omissions as are made pursuant to this ordinance, being referred to herein as the “Official Notice of Sale”); WHEREAS, Rule 15c2-12 promulgated under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (“Rule 15c2-12”) requires that, in order to be able to purchase or sell the Bonds, the underwriters thereof must have reasonably determined that the issuer thereof has, or one or more appropriate obligated persons have, undertaken in a written agreement or contract for the benefit of the holders of the Bonds to provide disclosure of certain financial information and certain material events on an ongoing basis;
WHEREAS, in order to cause such requirement to be satisfied, the City desires to execute and deliver a Continuing Disclosure Agreement (such Continuing Disclosure Agreement, in the form presented at the meeting for consideration of this ordinance and on file with the Office of the City Clerk, with such changes, insertions and omissions as are made pursuant to this ordinance, being referred to herein as the “Continuing Disclosure Agreement”); WHEREAS, a form of the Preliminary Official Statement to be distributed in connection with the public offering of the Bonds has been prepared (such Preliminary Official Statement, in the form presented at the meeting for consideration of this ordinance and on file with the Office of 3 4153-5432-0463.5
the City Clerk, with such changes, insertions and omissions as are made pursuant to this ordinance, being referred to herein as the “Preliminary Official Statement”); WHEREAS, on September 19, 2017, the City Council adopted a Debt Management Policy for the City, as amended by Resolution No. 23-131 that complies with Government Code Section 8855(i) (the “Debt Management Policy”), and the execution and delivery of the Lease Agreement as contemplated by this ordinance and sale and issuance by the Authority of the Bonds is in compliance with the Debt Management Policy;
WHEREAS, Government Code Section 5852.1 requires that the City obtain from an underwriter, financial adviser, or private lender and disclose, in a meeting open to the public, prior to authorization of the issuance of the Bonds, good faith estimates of (a) the true interest cost of the Bonds, (b) the sum of all fees and charges paid to third parties with respect to the Bonds, (c) the amount of proceeds of the Bonds expected to be received net of the fees and charges paid to third parties and any reserves or capitalized interest paid or funded with proceeds of the Bonds, and (d) the sum total of all debt service payments on the Bonds calculated to the final maturity of the Bonds, plus the fees and charges paid to third parties not paid with the proceeds of the Bonds; WHEREAS, in compliance with Government Code Section 5852.1, the City has obtained from KNN Public Finance, LLC, as the City’s municipal advisor (the “Municipal Advisor”), the required good faith estimates, and such estimates are disclosed and set forth on Exhibit A attached hereto;
WHEREAS, the City is a member of the Authority and the Project is to be located within the boundaries of the City;
WHEREAS, there have been prepared and submitted in connection with the consideration of this ordinance forms of:
(a) the Ground Lease;
(b) the Lease Agreement;
(c) the Indenture;
(d) the Continuing Disclosure Agreement;
(e) the Preliminary Official Statement; and
(f) the Official Notice of Sale;
WHEREAS, the City desires to authorize the execution of such documents and the performance of such acts as may be necessary or desirable to effect the offering, sale, and issuance of the Bonds; and
WHEREAS, all acts, conditions and things required by the Constitution, laws of the State of California and the Charter and laws of the City of Santa Barbara to exist, to have happened and to have been performed precedent to and in connection with the consummation of the transactions authorized hereby do exist, have happened and have been performed in regular and due time, form and manner as required by law, and the City is now duly authorized and 4 4153-5432-0463.5
empowered, pursuant to each and every requirement of law, to consummate such transactions for the purpose, in the manner and upon the terms herein provided;

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA BARBARA DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

Section 1. The foregoing recitals are true and correct.

Section 2. The use of the Act to assist the City in financing the Project will result in significant public benefits to the citizens of the City because it is expected that such use will provide demonstrable savings in effective interest rate costs.

Section 3. The form of the Ground Lease, on file with the Office of the City Clerk is hereby approved. Each of the Mayor, the Mayor Pro-Tem, the City Administrator, the Assistant City Administrator, the Finance Director or any officer designated in writing by the City Administrator (each, an “Authorized Officer”) is hereby authorized, and any one of the Authorized Officers is hereby directed, for and in the name of the City, to execute and deliver the Ground Lease in the form submitted to this meeting, with such changes, insertions and omissions as the Authorized Officer executing the same may require or approve and as approved as to form by the City Attorney, such requirement or approval to be conclusively evidenced by the execution of the Ground Lease by such Authorized Officer.

Section 4. The form of the Lease Agreement, on file with the Office of the City Clerk, is hereby approved. Each of the Authorized Officers is hereby authorized, and any one of the Authorized Officers is hereby directed, for and in the name of the City, to execute and deliver the Lease Agreement in the form submitted to this meeting, with such changes, insertions and omissions as the Authorized Officer executing the same may require or approve and as approved as to form by the City Attorney, such requirement or approval to be conclusively evidenced by the execution of the Lease Agreement by such Authorized Officer; provided, however, that such changes, insertions and omissions shall not result in an aggregate principal amount of the Bonds payable from the Base Rental Payments in excess of $135,000,000, shall not result in the term of the Lease Agreement terminating later than May 15, 2057, (provided that such term may be extended as provided therein) and shall not result in a true interest cost attributable to the Base Rental Payments in excess of 5.50% per annum.

Section 5. Subject to the provisions of Section 6 hereof, the issuance of the Bonds, in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $135,000,000, on the terms and conditions set forth in, and subject to the limitations specified in, the Indenture, be and the same is hereby authorized and approved. The Bonds shall be dated, shall bear interest at the rates, shall mature on the dates, shall be subject to call and redemption, shall be issued in the form and shall be as otherwise provided in the Indenture, as the same shall be completed as provided in this ordinance.

Section 6. The form of the Indenture, on file with the Office of the City Clerk, is hereby approved. Each of the Authorized Officers is hereby authorized, and any one of the Authorized Officers is hereby directed, for and in the name of the City, to execute and deliver the Indenture in the form submitted to this meeting, with such changes, insertions and omissions as the Authorized Officer executing the same may require or approve and as approved as to form by the City Attorney, such requirement or approval to be conclusively evidenced by the execution of the Indenture by such Authorized Officer; provided, however, that such changes, insertions and omissions shall not result in an aggregate principal amount of the Bonds payable from the Base Rental Payments in excess of $135,000,000, shall not result in the term of the Lease Agreement 5 4153-5432-0463.5
terminating later than May 15, 2057, (provided that such term may be extended as provided therein) and shall not result in a true interest cost attributable to the Base Rental Payments in excess of 5.50% per annum.

Section 7. The form of the Official Notice of Sale, on file with the Office of the City Clerk, is hereby approved. The Official Notice of Sale may be released on one date (or two dates if second bids are required) in connection with the offering and sale of the Bonds is hereby authorized and approved. The terms and conditions of the offering and sale of the Bonds shall be as specified in the Official Notice of Sale. Bids for the purchase of the Bonds shall be received at the time and place set forth in the Official Notice of Sale. The Authorized Officers are each hereby authorized and directed, in consultation with the Authority and for and in the name and on behalf of the Authority, to accept the bids for the Bonds as determined to offer the lowest true interest cost, or to reject bids for the Bonds, in accordance with the terms of the Official Notice of Sale, and proceed to accept bids at a second time and place to be set forth in the Official Notice of Sale.

Section 8. The form of the Continuing Disclosure Agreement, on file with the Office of the City Clerk, is hereby approved. Each of the Authorized Officers is hereby authorized, and any one of the Authorized Officers is hereby directed, for and in the name of the City, to execute and deliver the Continuing Disclosure Agreement in the form submitted to this meeting, with such changes, insertions and omissions as the Authorized Officer executing the same may require or approve, and as approved as to form by the City Attorney such requirement or approval to be conclusively evidenced by the execution of the Continuing Disclosure Agreement by such Authorized Officer.

Section 9. The form of the Preliminary Official Statement, on file with the Office of the City Clerk, with such changes, insertions and omissions therein as may be approved by an Authorized Officer, is hereby approved, and the use of the Preliminary Official Statement in connection with the offering and sale of the Bonds is hereby authorized and approved. The Authorized Officers are each hereby authorized to certify on behalf of the City that the Preliminary Official Statement is deemed final as of its date, within the meaning of Rule 15c2-12 (except for the omission of certain final pricing, rating, and related information as permitted by Rule 15c2-12).

Section 10. The preparation and delivery of a final Official Statement (the “Official Statement”), and its use in connection with the offering and sale of the Bonds, be and the same is hereby authorized and approved. The Official Statement shall be in substantially the form of the Preliminary Official Statement, with such changes, insertions and omissions as may be approved by an Authorized Officer, such approval to be conclusively evidenced by the execution and delivery thereof. Each of the Authorized Officers is hereby authorized, and any one of the Authorized Officers is hereby directed, for and in the name of the City, to execute the final Official Statement and any amendment or supplement thereto.

Section 11. With the passage of this ordinance, the City hereby certifies that the City’s Debt Management Policy complies with Government Code Section 8855(i), and that the Bonds authorized to be issued pursuant to this ordinance are consistent with such policy.

Section 12. In accordance with Government Code Section 5852.1, good faith estimates of the following have been obtained from the Municipal Advisor and are set forth on Exhibit A attached hereto: (a) the true interest cost of the Bonds, (b) the sum of all fees and charges paid to third parties with respect to the Bonds, (c) the amount of proceeds of the Bonds expected to be received net of the fees and charges paid to third parties and any reserves or capitalized 6 4153-5432-0463.5
interest paid or funded with proceeds of the Bonds, and (d) the sum total of all debt service payments on the Bonds calculated to the final maturity of the Bonds plus the fees and charges paid to third parties not paid with the proceeds of the Bonds.

Section 13. The Authorized Officers are hereby authorized to designate, in connection with the transactions contemplated by this ordinance, the firm of KNN Public Finance, LLC, as Municipal Advisor, the firm of Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP, as Bond Counsel and Disclosure Counsel. Additionally, the selection of U.S. Bank Trust Company, National Association, as trustee, is hereby confirmed.

Section 14. The City Council hereby approves the execution and delivery of all agreements, documents, certificates, and instruments referred to herein with electronic signatures as may be permitted under the California Uniform Electronic Transactions Act and digital signatures as may be permitted under Section 16.5 of the California Government Code using DocuSign.

Section 15. The Authorized Officers and the officers and employees of the City are, and each of them is, hereby authorized and directed, for and in the name of the City to do any and all things and to execute and deliver any and all documents which they or any of them deem necessary or advisable in order to consummate the transactions contemplated by this ordinance, to record or consent to recordation of the Ground Lease and Lease Agreement or any memorandum thereof, and otherwise to carry out, give effect to and comply with the terms and intent of this ordinance.

Section 16. All actions heretofore taken by the officers and employees of the City with respect to the issuance and sale of the Bonds, or in connection with or related to any of the agreements or documents referred to herein, are hereby approved, confirmed, and ratified.

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EXHIBIT A

GOOD FAITH ESTIMATES
The good faith estimates set forth herein are provided with respect to the Bonds in accordance with California Government Code Section 5852.1. Such good faith estimates have been provided to the City by KNN Public Finance, LLC, the City’s municipal advisor (the “Municipal Advisor”).

Principal Amount. The Municipal Advisor has informed the City that, based on the City’s financing plan and current market conditions, its good faith estimate of the aggregate principal amount of the Bonds to be sold is $122,600,000 (the “Estimated Principal Amount”).

True Interest Cost of the Bonds. The Municipal Advisor has informed the City and the Authority that, assuming that the Estimated Principal Amount of the Bonds is sold, and based on market interest rates prevailing at the time of preparation of such estimate, its good faith estimate of the true interest cost of the Bonds, which means the rate necessary to discount the amounts payable on the respective principal and interest payment dates to the purchase price received for the Bonds, is 4.47%.

Finance Charge of the Bonds. The Municipal Advisor has informed the City and the Authority that, assuming that the Estimated Principal Amount of the Bonds is sold and based on market interest rates prevailing at the time of preparation of such estimate, its good faith estimate of the finance charge for the Bonds, which means the sum of all fees and charges paid to third parties (or costs associated with the Bonds), is $1,040,400.

Amount of Proceeds to be Received. The Municipal Advisor has informed the City and the Authority that, assuming that the Estimated Principal Amount of the Bonds is sold, and based on market interest rates prevailing at the time of preparation of such estimate, its good faith estimate of the amount of proceeds expected to be received by the Authority for sale of the Bonds, less the finance charge of the Bonds, as estimated above, and any reserves or capitalized interest paid or funded with proceeds of the Bonds, is $111,000,000.

Total Payment Amount. The Municipal Advisor has informed the City and the Authority that, assuming that the Estimated Principal Amount of the Bonds is sold, and based on market interest rates prevailing at the time of preparation of such estimate, its good faith estimate of the total payment amount, which means the sum total of all payments the Authority will make to pay debt service on the Bonds, plus the finance charge for the Bonds, as described above, not paid with the proceeds of the Bonds, calculated to the final maturity of the Bonds, is $254,800,000, which excludes any reserves or capitalized interest paid or funded with proceeds of the Bonds (which may offset such total payment amount). Such total payment amount, including the debt service reserve fund sized at one-half of maximum annual debt service on the Bonds and capitalized interest on the Bonds through May 15, 2027, is $231,400,000.

The foregoing estimates constitute good faith estimates only and are based on market conditions prevailing at the time of preparation of such estimates. The actual principal amount of the Bonds issued and sold, the true interest cost thereof, the finance charges thereof, the amount of proceeds received therefrom and total payment amount with respect thereto may differ from such good faith estimates due to (a) the actual date of the sale of the Bonds being different than the date assumed for purposes of such estimates, (b) the actual principal amount of Bonds sold being different from the Estimated Principal Amount, (c) the actual amortization of the Bonds A-2
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being different than the amortization assumed for purposes of such estimates, (d) the actual market interest rates at the time of sale of the Bonds being different than those estimated for purposes of such estimates, (e) other market conditions, or (f) alterations in the City’s financing plan, or a combination of such factors. The actual date of sale of the Bonds and the actual principal amount of Bonds sold will be determined by the City and the Authority based on the timing of the need for proceeds of the Bonds and other factors. The actual interest rates borne by the Bonds will depend on market interest rates at the time of sale thereof. The actual amortization of the Bonds will also depend, in part, on market interest rates at the time of sale thereof. Market interest rates are affected by economic and other factors beyond the control of the City or the Authority.

CITY OF SANTA BARBARA

COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
AGENDA DATE: September 17, 2024
TO: Mayor and Councilmembers
FROM: Sustainability & Resilience Department
SUBJECT: Authorization to Join the Southern California Stormwater Monitoring Coalition [Resolution]
RECOMMENDATION:

That Council adopt, by reading of title only, a Resolution of the Council of the City of Santa Barbara Authorizing Membership in the Southern California Stormwater Monitoring Coalition.

DISCUSSION:

The Creeks Division operates a robust Water Quality Research and Monitoring Program.

The goals of the program are to develop strategies for water quality improvement, evaluate and prioritize projects and programs, understand changes over time in surface water quality, and communicate effectively with the public about water quality. Routine monitoring and more complex research projects are reviewed annually by Creeks Division staff and the Creeks Advisory Committee. Progress on complex topics has been made by partnering with academic scientists and consultants, using funding from Measure B and various grants. One of the greatest challenges in conducting meaningful research is the scale of sampling and analysis that is required to answer stormwater questions due to the immense variability in sample results and difficulty in collecting sufficient samples during storm events.

In order to expand the scale of analysis, the Creeks Division seeks to join the Southern California Stormwater Monitoring Coalition (SMC) and leverage limited Creek Division resources toward larger projects. The mission of the SMC is to solve stormwater management challenges across Southern California by building regional consensus around best-in-class tools, methods, and monitoring strategies. The SMC consists of stormwater management agencies from regulated and regulatory sectors working to improve stormwater management practices across coastal Southern California. The SMC was founded in 2001 when a group of stormwater management agencies decided they could optimize their stormwater monitoring programs by pooling expertise and resources.

Through a cooperative agreement known as the SMC Master Agreement, agencies began collaborating to improve monitoring designs and monitoring outcomes. After Agenda Item No. 3
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Authorization to Join the Southern California Stormwater Monitoring Coalition [Resolution] September 17, 2024

building a common technical foundation and a set of shared goals for optimizing stormwater monitoring, the SMC has taken on an increasingly broad research portfolio centered around investigating stormwater mechanisms, the condition of receiving waters, and solutions for improving and protecting regional stormwater quality.

On June 4, 2024, the SMC voted to accept the City of Santa Barbara into the SMC. In order to become a member of the SMC, the Master Agreement requires that Council adopt a resolution approving the Master Agreement and designate a primary and alternate representative to the SMC. If adopted, the proposed resolution would authorize entry into the SMC and designate the Creeks Research Analyst as the primary representative and the Creek Restoration and Clean Water Manager as the alternate representative.

In addition to acquiring results that can be used immediately in prioritizing projects and programs, the City will benefit from learning cutting-edge science from SMC members, contributing to the research direction of the SMC, and gaining insight into how results will be used by regulatory agencies. The Central Coast Regional Water Quality Control Board has also been approved to join the SMC.

BUDGET/FINANCIAL INFORMATION:

There is no direct cost associated with SMC membership. However, the Department will likely choose to participate in future research efforts undertaken by the SMC by providing funding. All funding contributions will be reviewed by Council, either through future Sustainability & Resilience Creeks Operating Fund Budgets during the annual budget process or through separate Council items.

In the event that projects do not align with the Department’s mission and goals, there is no obligation to fund projects, and SMC members can withdraw from the coalition at any time.

SUSTAINABILITY IMPACT:

The SMC contributes valuable research to the stormwater management field. The City will have access to results from all projects conducted by the SMC and be able to inform research projects taken on by the organization. Results will benefit the City by helping us further improve and protect water quality, both locally and throughout California.

ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW:

There is no environmental review required for research to be conducted by the SMC.

A copy of the agreement may be requested from the Sustainability & Resilience Department for public review by contacting [email protected].

Council Agenda Report
Authorization to Join the Southern California Stormwater Monitoring Coalition [Resolution] September 17, 2024

PREPARED BY: Jill Murray, Water Quality Research Analyst SUBMITTED BY: Alelia Parenteau, Sustainability & Resilience Director APPROVED BY: Kelly McAdoo, City Administrator
RESOLUTION NO.

A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA

BARBARA AUTHORIZING MEMBERSHIP IN THE

SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA STORMWATER MONITORING

COALITION
WHEREAS, the City of Santa Barbara (City) Creeks Division has the mission to improve creek and beach water quality and operates a research and monitoring program with annual plans and reports;
WHEREAS, the Southern California Stormwater Monitoring Coalition (SMC) is a 20-yr old multi-agency research partnership with extensive successful research informing water quality efforts and a Master Agreement;
WHEREAS, on June 4, 2024, the SMC voted and passed a resolution approving the City join the SMC;
WHEREAS, the Master Agreement for the SMC requires outside parties to pass a resolution approving membership into the SMC and to execute the Master Agreement; WHEREAS, the Master Agreement also requires that the resolution designate primary and alternate representatives to SMC;
WHEREAS, the Master Agreement does not require a financial obligation to join the SMC; WHEREAS, the City will benefit from joining the SMC by leveraging sampling effort and voluntary financial contributions toward statistically valid studies on topics pertinent to ecological health, stormwater compliance, and beach water quality; WHEREAS, the City has identified the Creeks Research Analyst as the primary and the Creeks Restoration and Clean Water Manager as the secondary representative; WHEREAS, the City Council finds and determines that the City has complied with the procedural and requirements set forth in the Master Agreement;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA BARBARA THAT:

Section 1. The Council approves the execution of the 2024 Master Agreement with the Southern California Stormwater Monitoring Coalition and authorizes the Sustainability & Resilience Director to execute any documents necessary to become a member of the Southern California Stormwater Monitoring Coalition.

Section 2. The Council authorizes the Sustainability & Resilience Director to designate the Creeks Research Analyst as the primary member and the Creek Restoration and Clean Water Manager as the alternate representative to the Southern California Stormwater Monitoring Coalition.

CITY OF SANTA BARBARA

COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
AGENDA DATE: September 17, 2024
TO: Mayor and Councilmembers
FROM: Finance Department
SUBJECT: Records Destruction for Finance Department [Resolution] RECOMMENDATION:

That Council adopt, by reading of title only, a Resolution of the Council of the City of Santa Barbara Relating to the Destruction of Records Held by the Finance Department in the Accounting, Administration, General Services, Risk Management, and Treasury Divisions.

DISCUSSION:

The City Council adopted Resolution No. 16-005 on February 9, 2016, approving the City of Santa Barbara Records Management Policies and Procedures Manual. The Manual contains the records retention and disposition schedules for all City departments. The schedules are a comprehensive listing of records created or maintained by the City, the length of time each record should be retained, and the legal retention authority. If no legal retention authority is cited, the retention period is based on standard records management practice.

Pursuant to the Manual, the Finance Director submitted a request for records destruction to the City Clerk Services Manager to obtain written consent from the City Attorney. The City Clerk Services Manager agreed that the list of records proposed for destruction conformed to the retention and disposition schedules. The City Attorney has consented in writing to the destruction of the proposed records.

The Finance Director requests the City Council approve the destruction of Finance Department records in the Accounting, Administration, General Services, Risk Management, and Treasury Divisions listed on Exhibit A of the proposed Resolution, without retaining a copy.

PREPARED BY: Jennifer Nichoson, Administrative Assistant SUBMITTED BY: Keith DeMartini, Finance Director
APPROVED BY: Kelly R. McAdoo, City Administrator
Agenda Item No. 4
File Code No. 160.06
RESOLUTION NO.

A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF

SANTA BARBARA RELATING TO THE DESTRUCTION OF

RECORDS HELD BY THE FINANCE DEPARTMENT IN THE

ACCOUNTING, ADMINISTRATION, GENERAL SERVICES,

RISK MANAGEMENT, AND TREASURY DIVISIONS
WHEREAS, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 16-005 on February 9, 2016, approving the City of Santa Barbara Records Management Policies and Procedures Manual;
WHEREAS, the City of Santa Barbara Records Management Policies and Procedures Manual contains the records retention and disposition schedules for all City departments.

The records retention and disposition schedules are a comprehensive listing of records created or maintained by the City, the length of time each record should be retained, and the legal retention authority. If no legal retention authority is cited, the retention period is based on standard records management practice;
WHEREAS, Government Code section 34090 provides that, with the approval of the City Council and the written consent of the City Attorney, the head of a City department may destroy certain city records, documents, instruments, books or papers under the Department Head’s charge, without making a copy, if the records are no longer needed; WHEREAS, the Finance Director submitted a request for the destruction of records held by the Finance Department to the City Clerk Services Manager to obtain written consent from the City Attorney. A list of the records, documents, instruments, books or papers proposed for destruction is attached hereto as Exhibit A and shall hereafter be referred to collectively as the “Records”;
WHEREAS, the Records do not include any records affecting title to real property or liens upon real property, court records, records required to be kept by statute, records less than two years old, video or audio recordings that are evidence in any claim or pending litigation, or the minutes, ordinances or resolutions of the City Council or any City board or commission;
WHEREAS, the City Clerk Services Manager agrees that the proposed destruction conforms to the City’s retention and disposition schedules; WHEREAS, the City Attorney consents to the destruction of the Records; and WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Santa Barbara finds and determines that the Records are no longer required and may be destroyed.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA BARBARA that the Finance Director, or his designated representative, is authorized and directed to destroy the Records without retaining a copy.

EXHIBIT A

FINANCE DEPARTMENT
Records Series Date(s)

ACCOUNTING DIVISION
Accounting Reports FY 2017
Accounts Payable FY 2017
Bank Reconciliations FY 2017
Credit Card Transaction Records 1/1/2022 – 12/31/2022
General Ledger Journal Vouchers FY 2017
Operational Reports/Files FY 2019
Payroll Check Registers FY 2021
Medicare Quarterly Reports FY 2020
Timecards FY 2017
Trial Balance Reports FY 2017
W-2 Forms FY 2020
Warrant Register FY 2017
Warrants FY 2017
Year-End Reports FY 2017

ADMINISTRATION DIVISION
Travel Expense Records FY 2017

GENERAL SERVICES DIVISION
Bids FY 2014
Central Stores Supplies Inventory FY 2019
Department Files FY 2019
Proof of Insurance Files (expired) FY 2022
Purchase Orders FY 2017

RISK MANAGEMENT DIVISION
Common Contracts and Agreements FY 2014 or earlier
CalOSHA Compliance Program Records FY 2017
Financial Files FY 2022
Fix-It Files FY 2020
Incident Files FY 2019
Liability Files FY 2019
Litigation Files FY 2019

TREASURY DIVISION
Automatic Payment Service Applications and Agreements FY 2020 Bank Reconciliations FY 2017
Broker Files FY 2017
Business License and Utility User’s Tax Batch Files FY 2019 Cash Receipt Records FY 2017
Credit Card Transaction Records FY 2020
Investment Files FY 2014
Licenses and Permits Subject File FY 2019
“MBIA” Audit Files FY 2019
Parking and Business Improvement Area Tax Files FY 2021 Transient Occupancy Tax Files FY 2019
Treasury Receipts FY 2019
Utility Billing and Accounts Receivable FY 2017
Utility Tax Exemption Renewal Applications FY 2021
Water Payment Records (Stubs) FY 2023

CITY OF SANTA BARBARA

COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
AGENDA DATE: September 17, 2024
TO: Mayor and Councilmembers
FROM: Finance Department
SUBJECT: Sunsetting of the Living Wage Advisory Committee [Resolution] RECOMMENDATION:

That Council adopt, by reading of title only, a Resolution of the Council of the City of Santa Barbara Sunsetting the Living Wage Advisory Committee and Rescinding Resolution 06- 031.

DISCUSSION:

The Living Wage Advisory Committee (“Committee”) was established in April 2006 by Resolution No. 06-031 to advise the City Council on the implementation of the Living Wage Ordinance, 9-128. The purview of the Committee is to advise over independent contractors (and their employees) who contract with the City. City employees and their employment relations with the City as an employer are codified in Title 3 of the City’s Municipal Code as well as the City Charter.

During that time, the Committee advised and recommended multiple changes to the Living Wage ordinance to update and streamline the ordinance to be more viable and self-administered.

Since its inception, the Committee has worked closely with City Staff to improve the Living Wage into an easier, more sustainable version of what was initially proposed. This includes moving to a single wage tier, updating the ordinance as State and Federal laws change, and community outreach to increase awareness of the ordinance.

Now that the implementation of the Living Wage Ordinance has been completed, staff in the General Services Division of the Finance Department will continue to work with Project Managers to reach out to vendors and employees of City contracts that are affected by the Living Wage to ensure all Living Wage requirements are met or exceeded.

Like most cities that have a Living Wage requirement, audits are complaint driven, and staff will continue to respond to complaints accordingly.

Agenda Item No. 5
File Code No. 140.01
Council Agenda Report
Sunsetting of the Living Wage Advisory Committee [Resolution] September 17, 2024

Twice a year, General Services staff conduct detailed purchasing training for City staff covering multiple topics related to the procurement of goods and services. The Living Wage Ordinance is a key component of this training to ensure adherence to the ordinance.

In recognition of the importance of the Living Wage Ordinance, staff plans to provide an annual report to the City Council in early June. The Annual Report will include the following topics:
 A status update on contracts subject to the Living Wage;  A status update regarding any Living Wage audits that are in progress or have been completed;
 The annual wage rate change; and
 Potential administrative and policy changes to the Living Wage.

The Living Wage Advisory Committee last met on August 29, 2024. At this meeting, staff presented the sunset plan to the committee. Committee members expressed interest in continuing efforts to advocate for the living wage in other ways, such as involvement in other boards, committees, and potentially the newly formed Downtown Community Benefit Improvement District (CBID). Staff plan to continue to engage with committee members and inform them when the annual report is scheduled to be received by the City Council in future years.

BUDGET/FINANCIAL INFORMATION:

There is no budget or financial impact by adopting a resolution sunsetting the Living Wage Advisory Committee. Staff time previously spent preparing for and facilitating the committee meetings will be directed to supporting internal processes adhering to the Living Wage as well as other purchasing-related work in support of department projects and initiatives.

PREPARED BY: Greg Corral, General Services Manager
SUBMITTED BY: Keith DeMartini, Finance Director
APPROVED BY: Kelly McAdoo, City Administrator
RESOLUTION NO.

A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY

OF SANTA BARBARA SUNSETTING THE LIVING

WAGE ADVISORY COMMITTEE AND RESCINDING
RESOLUTION 06-031
WHEREAS, on April 26, 2006, Resolution 06-031 was enacted to establish the Living Wage Advisory Committee and set the membership and review criteria of the committee in accordance with Santa Barbara Municipal Code Chapter 9.128; WHEREAS, Over the last 18 years, the City has complied with Santa Barbara Municipal Code Chapter 9.128;
WHEREAS, the Living Wage Advisory Committee has met regularly since the Living Wage was first established; and,
WHEREAS, the City, under the direction and guidance from the Living Wage Advisory Committee, has implemented the Living Wage Ordinance though directing purchasing processes, providing adequate training to staff and conducting audits.

NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved by the Council of the City of Santa Barbara that the Living Wage Advisory Committee sunset and be dissolved and that Resolution 06-031 is now rescinded.

Rev 080620

CITY OF SANTA BARBARA

COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
AGENDA DATE: September 17, 2024
TO: Mayor and Councilmembers
FROM: Airport Department
SUBJECT: Contract Amendment for Poly- and Per-Fluoroalkyl Substance (PFAS) Investigation Efforts with GSI Environmental, Inc. at the Santa Barbara Airport [Agreement]
RECOMMENDATION:

That Council authorize the Airport Director to execute the Fourth Contract Amendment to Professional Services Agreement No. 26,992 with GSI Environmental, Inc., to increase the contract in the amount of $43,000 for a new not to exceed amount of $1,314,673, for site investigation work necessary to implement Poly- and Per-Fluororalkyl Substance Supplemental Work Plan approved by the Regional Water Quality Control Board.

DISCUSSION:

All commercial service airports in California, including Santa Barbara Airport (SBA), were issued an order by the State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) requiring development of a plan to investigate possible Poly- and Per-Fluoroalkyl Substance (PFAS) ground contamination from previous activities. The potential contamination may have resulted from the federally mandated use of aqueous film forming foam (AFFF) containing PFAS, which is a fire suppressant. AFFF containing PFAS was required to be used by the Airport Fire Department for testing of aircraft rescue and firefighting (ARFF) equipment and while dispensing foam to prevent and/or suppress fire during aircraft incidents on California commercial service airports. Newer replacement AFFF without PFAS was recently authorized by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and replaced the PFAS containing AFFF at SBA.

PFAS are fluorinated organic chemicals that have been used extensively, not only in fire-suppresant foam, but also in industrial processes and consumer products such as carpets, clothing, fabrics for furniture, paper packaging for food, and many other materials that are designed to be waterproof, stain-resistant, or non-stick (e.g. cookware).

In June 2021, Council authorized the Airport Director to execute the Original Agreement No. 26,992 with GSI Envrionmental, Inc. (GSI) to perform a site investigation and provide testing services to complete the supplemental work plan approved by the Regional Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB). In June 2022, Council authorized the Airport Director to Agenda Item No. 6
File Code No. 540.11
Council Agenda Report
Contract Amendment for Poly- And Per-Fluoroalkyl Substance (PFAS) Investigation Efforts with GSI Environmental, Inc. at the Santa Barbara Airport [Agreement] September 17, 2024

execute the First Amendment with GSI to perform additional site investigation activities and to submit a technical report requested by the RWQCB.

In August 2023, Council authorized the Airport Director to execute the Second Amendment with GSI for additional services, such as archeological monitoring, to submit the final investigation report to the RWQCB. In July 2024, Council authorized the Airport Director to execute the Third Amendment with GSI to expand the scope to include additional sampling needed based on a discussion with the RWQCB.

Current Status
The City wishes to add consultant services to the original agreement to address out of scope items such as additional discussions with the RWQCB, SBA badging coordination, and additional pre-field planning with SBA.

The Third Amendment was authorized by Council and executed on July 23, 2024. The Third Amendment showed an incorrect Second Amendment increase amount of $210,000 instead of the correctly executed amount of $253,000. Thus, the Third Amendment’s not-to-exceed total was incorrectly calculated as $1,271,673. The Fourth Amendment seeks to repair the incorrect contract values with an additional $43,000 to finalize the correct not-to-exceed amount as $1,314,673. The Fourth Amendment is necessary to complete delayed site investigation work and address additional consulting services to submit the required technical report due to the RWQCB by October 30, 2024.

A copy of the agreement with GSI may be requested from the Airport Department for public review by contacting [email protected].

BUDGET/FINANCIAL INFORMATION:

Funding
The following summarizes the expenditures recommended in this report:

Environmental Services Contract Funding Summary:
**Cents have been rounded to the nearest dollar in this table. 2021 Original Agreement (No. 26,992) $204,100
2022 First Amendment Not-to-exceed $852,273
2023 Second Amendment Increase Not-to-exceed $1,105,273 2024 Third Amendment Increase Not-to-exceed $1,271,673
2024 Fourth Amendment Increase $43,000
Environmental Services Subtotal $1,314,673
Project Total $1,314,673
Council Agenda Report
Contract Amendment for Poly- And Per-Fluoroalkyl Substance (PFAS) Investigation Efforts with GSI Environmental, Inc. at the Santa Barbara Airport [Agreement] September 17, 2024

There are sufficient appropriated funds in the Airport Operating Fund to support this project.

ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
This project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to Santa Barbara Municipal Code Section 22.100.070.C.6.b. (CEQA Guidelines sec. 15306) as the scope of work consists of materials and water quality sampling for compliance with RWQCB requirements.

PREPARED BY: Sara Iza, Airport Development Manager
SUBMITTED BY: Christopher Hastert, Airport Director
APPROVED BY: Kelly R. McAdoo, City Administrator

CITY OF SANTA BARBARA

COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
AGENDA DATE: September 17, 2024
TO: Mayor and Councilmembers
FROM: Parks and Recreation Department
SUBJECT: Professional Services Agreement with Environmental Science Associates for the Wildfire Resiliency Project [Agreement] RECOMMENDATION:

That Council authorize the Parks and Recreation Director to execute a Professional Services Agreement with Environmental Science Associates in the amount of $382,341 to provide as-needed biological services associated with implementation of the Wildfire Resiliency Project.

DISCUSSION:

Project Background
The Wildfire Resiliency Project (Project) is a grant-funded collaborative project between the Parks and Recreation and Fire Departments to improve open space management and reduce fire risk in 23 City open space parks. The 23 open spaces (~803 total acres) have unique hazards, are adjacent to developed areas threatened by wildfire, have the potential for extreme fire behavior, and pose various challenges for fire protection. The Project aims to reduce fire risk through five primary objectives:

1. Defensible Space: creating and maintaining defensible space around homes located near open spaces to act as a protective barrier against wildfires.

2. Fire Access Roads and Fuel Breaks: ensuring efficient access to high fire hazard areas for rapid response.

3. Vegetation Management: targeting high-fire-risk invasive species to allow native, fire-resilient species to thrive.

4. Fuel Load Reduction: reducing fuel loads in high-risk areas to minimize the intensity and spread of wildfires.

5. Community Outreach and Education: raising awareness about the importance of fire safety and fostering a fire-resilient community.

Agenda Item No. 7
File Code No. 520.03
Council Agenda Report
Professional Services Agreement with Environmental Science Associates for the Wildfire Resiliency Project [Agreement]
September 17, 2024

The Project represents a significant step towards successful implementation of the City’s 2021 Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP).

Scope of Professional Services
The scope of work includes biological services from October 2024 through June 2029., including nesting bird surveys, pre-activity surveys, special status species surveys, biological monitoring, and reporting for all 23 Project sites. Consistent with the CWPP, associated Final Program Environmental Impact Report (FPEIR), FPEIR Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program (MMRP), and Biological Resource Assessments (BRAs), the services will ensure that City remains in compliance by reducing or eliminating Project impacts to natural resources to the greatest extent feasible.

Consultant Selection
The Parks and Recreation Department issued a request for proposals (RFP) for asneeded biological services in July 2024. Nine firms submitted responses. The Fire Department and Parks and Recreation Department reviewed and scored the proposals and recommend Environmental Science Associates as the most qualified due to the firm’s understanding of the Project scope, qualified and local project personnel, extensive experience with similar as-needed projects, and thorough Project plan.

BUDGET/FINANCIAL INFORMATION:

There are sufficient expenditure appropriations in the Fiscal Year 2025 Parks and Recreation Miscellaneous Grants Fund to fund the contract with Environmental Science Associates in the amount of $382,341. The contract will be entirely funded by a five year $2,889,902.32 CalFire grant for the Wildfire Resiliency Project.

SUSTAINABILITY IMPACT:

The Project will reduce fire risk while avoiding disruption of the natural ecosystem, making the City a more fire-wise and resilient community. The Project vision and approach is long term, and the scope of work for Environmental Science Associated will further support the protection of natural/biological resources. The Project will support a comprehensive and sustainable approach to vegetation management and implementation of the CWPP.

A copy of the agreement may be requested from the Parks and Recreation Department for public review by contacting Courtney Carlson at [email protected].

PREPARED BY: Monique O’Conner, Associate Park Planner
SUBMITTED BY: Jill E. Zachary, Parks and Recreation Director APPROVED BY: Kelly McAdoo, City Administrator

CITY OF SANTA BARBARA

COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
AGENDA DATE: September 17, 2024
TO: Mayor and Councilmembers
FROM: Airport Department
SUBJECT: Santa Barbara Airport Master Plan Update
RECOMMENDATION:

That Council receive a status update on the Santa Barbara Airport Master Plan Update.

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:

Santa Barbara Airport (SBA) staff will provide an update to the Santa Barbara City Council (Council) on the progress of the Master Plan Update (MPU). This informational item is the final point in the MPU process to participate in the future of the SBA and possible new development projects before the environmental review process begins, which will also have many opportunities for public review. The final draft of the MPU will be adopted in the future once the environmental review is complete.

This update was also presented to the Airport Commission on August 21, 2024, at a Public Workshop on August 22, 2024, and to the Santa Barbara Planning Commission on August 29, 2024.

DISCUSSION:

SBA is a “small hub” airport currently served by United, Alaska, American, Southwest, and Delta airlines and their affiliates. Since the new Airline Terminal opened in August 2011, SBA has experienced approximately 40 percent growth in enplanements (a.k.a. commercial passenger boardings).

SBA’s capital project program is “demand based,” i.e. development occurs in response to reasonably anticipated demand for facilities. In 2012, an aviation forecast was prepared in support of the 2017 Airport Master Plan that identified growth in commercial aviation at SBA reaching 657,000 annual enplanements by the year 2032.

While the most recent Santa Barbara Airport Master Plan (AMP) was completed in 2017, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) guidance encourages updating Airport Master Plans periodically (5-10 years). Such updates account for changes in conditions and Agenda Item No. 8
File Code No. 560.09
Council Agenda Report
Santa Barbara Airport Master Plan Update
Setember 17, 2024

operations, such as the recent change in fleet mix from regional jets to narrowbody jets at SBA, and to ensure that the document is responsive to current and forecasted needs.

In 2022, the FAA’s Terminal Area Forecast (TAF) estimated SBA exceeding 668,777 annual enplanements in 2026. Thus, the most recent TAF indicates that the 2017 AMP build-out figure of 657,000 annual enplanements may be exceeded by 2026. SBA initiated a Master Plan Update in 2022 to account for additional growth that is currently outpacing the 2017 AMP and the most recent FAA TAF.

Airport Master Plan Background
An AMP evaluates an airport’s needs over a 20-year planning period for airfield, terminal areas, and landside facilities. The goal is to document the orderly development of facilities essential to meet an airport’s needs, in accordance with FAA standards, and in a manner complementary with community interests. The plan results in a 20-year development plan for a financially resilient facility, reflective of the updated Airport Capital Improvement Plan and graphically depicted by the Airport Layout Plan drawings. An approved plan shows how an airport will satisfy FAA design standards and seek project funding eligible under the respective federal and state airport aid programs.

The MPU was included in the Fiscal Year 2022 Airport Capital Improvement Plan, which is 90.66% funded by the FAA. A Request for Qualifications was issued by SBA staff in February 2022. Two proposals were received in March 2022, and interviews were held with both qualified firms in April 2022. Consultant interviews were held with a panel of Airport staff, which unanimously agreed to select Mead and Hunt, Inc. based on their qualifications and proposed team; they began work in July 2022 following Council approval. An update on airport capital improvements and the MPU was presented to Council in August 2022.

Project Update
Technical Progress
The MPU was initiated by data gathering and site visits by Mead and Hunt to SBA in August 2022. This data included topographic and environmental surveys and baseline information on existing facilities. In addition, operational data was gathered related to commercial and general aviation at SBA, as well as financial information and facility conditions.

Based on data gathered, and new 2022 TAF data from the FAA, Mead and Hunt created a draft forecast chapter of the MPU, which will serve as the basis for planned future improvements over the next 20 years. The draft forecast chapter was reviewed and approved by the FAA after it was made publicly available for review and comment in March 2023.

Mead and Hunt also provided a draft Environmental Conditions chapter, based on information gathered by their subconsultant Rincon Environmental. Additional future deliverables for the MPU include: an Archaeological report; an Airport Recycling, Reuse, and Waste Reduction Plan; a Facility Requirement memorandum; an Alternatives working Council Agenda Report
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paper; an Aircraft Noise Analysis; a revised Airport Layout Plan; and a Financial Feasibility Analysis; and Facilities Implementation Plan. Each of these deliverables will be part of the MPU and submitted to the FAA for review and approval.

Mead and Hunt are coordinating closely with simultaneous projects at SBA, which include the Terminal Improvement Plan and parking structure conceptual design, the Fixed Based Operator (FBO) redevelopment project, the Climate Adaptation Vulnerability Assessment and Adaption Plan, the Master Drainage Plan Update, and more.

Mead and Hunt also prepared the preferred development alternatives and ultimate development concept developed from the facility requirements analysis of the MPU following the series of input meetings. The alternatives focused on the major changes recommended for the Airport over the next 20 years. Such changes include a preferred alternative for the ultimate runway configuration of a dual runway system with the closure of Runway 15L/33R, as the Airport is not eligible for future FAA funding for three runways.

In addition, the preferred alternative for the taxiway system reflects geometric changes and improvements associated with a runway system with a single crosswind runway. The MPU also considers additional aircraft hangars, vertiports, a parking garage, fuel storage improvements, and a long-term terminal reconfiguration to address the long-term demand of 1.1 million enplaned passengers towards the end of the 20-year planning period. These alternatives were presented to Airport Commission, Planning Commission, City Council, and a Public Workshop in March 2024. The presentation will also include timing of project implementation and associated cost adjustments that will occur.

Lastly, the MPU process is guided by FAA requirements, one of which is to conduct a noise analysis that compares baseline (existing conditions) noise contours to projected future noise contours. The study will use the FAA’s required noise modeling software, the Aviation Environmental Design Tool (AEDT), to model aircraft operations into and out of SBA. The computer model inputs will be based on the baseline and FAA-approved forecasted activity levels for 20 years into the future. Like topographical maps showing the elevation of terrain in an area, these noise contours are useful for comparing aircraft noise exposure throughout an airport community. The baseline and future sets of noise contours will be compared to each other to see how noise is projected to change with potential future improvements and changes in aircraft operations.

The noise analysis presented for the MPU is a cumulative metric. Cumulative noise metrics have been developed to assess community response to noise. They are useful because these scales attempt to include the loudness and duration of the noise, the total number of noise events, and the time of day these events occur into one rating scale. The FAA has approved the usage of the Community Noise Equivalent Level (CNEL) metric in California for land use compatibility analysis. CNEL, expressed in decibels (dB), is the annual, 24-hour average sound level, obtained from the accumulation of all aircraft operations, with the addition of a 5-decibel penalty added to noise events occurring in the evening (7 p.m. to 10 p.m.) and a 10-decibel penalty added to nighttime noise events (10 p.m. to 7 a.m.). The 5 and 10 decibel penalty for evening and nighttime aircraft operations accounts for the fact that noise events during the evening and night hours are more Council Agenda Report
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intrusive when ambient levels are lower, and people are trying to sleep. The 24-hour CNEL is annualized to reflect noise generated by aircraft operations for an entire year and is identified by noise contours showing levels of aircraft noise.

At this meeting on September 17, 2024, Mead and Hunt will present the Draft Airport Layout Plan for discussion. The Airport Layout Plan is the culminating document that depicts all proposed improvements on a 24”x36” plan set. For potential future projects to be eligible for Federal funding, they must be shown on the Airport Layout Plan. The Airport Layout Plan will be submitted to the FAA for official approval.

Mead and Hunt will also be presenting the proposed capital needs to execute the MPU with rough order-of-magnitude planning level cost estimates. The proposed capital needs have been developed for the preferred development concept and broken down into short, medium-, and long-term time frames in Table 1 below. A financial feasibility study will be presented to discuss potential funding options. It should be noted that some of these proposed capital projects will be eligible for FAA grant funding and some of these proposed capital projects are also revenue generating, such as the proposed additional hangars.

Table 1: Proposed Capital Needs to Execute the MPU
Time Range Cost Estimate
Short Term (1-5 years)
Terminal Curbside Improvements $75,000
FBO Redevelopment Private Funding
Taxiway Improvements (relocated Taxiway F) $2,900,000
Redesigned Runway 7 Bypass $2,300,000
Medium Term (6-10 years)
Fuel storage improvements $8,700,000
Additional Hangars (box hangars north of Runway 25 end) $17,400,000 Additional Hangars (T-hangars under Runway 15L approach) $34,800,000 Additional Hangars (NW hangar expansion) $50,400,000
Taxiway improvements (future parallel) $8,300,000
Taxiway Improvements (new taxiway crossing between A - B) $2,200,000 Taxiway Improvements (Connector improvements at 15R end) $1,600,000 Runway 15L/33R closure (marking removal and pavement
disconnect) $180,000
Long Term (10-20 years)
Taxiway Improvements (Demo C-A3 crossing) $2,400,000
Vertiport $2,700,000
Parking Garage $45,000,000
Total Estimated Cost $178,955,000
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Santa Barbara Airport Master Plan Update
Setember 17, 2024

Stakeholder Engagement
In September 2022, a series of meetings were held with various SBA and community stakeholders. These meetings were conducted in person at SBA and included representatives from the City of Goleta, Visit Santa Barbara, UCSB, Santa Barbara County, Santa Barbara Channelkeeper, SBA commercial and general aviation representatives and more. The intent of the stakeholder meetings was to gather feedback on the socioeconomic factors that influence the Airport and vice versa. In addition, feedback was collected specifically on the SBA facilities and where improvements could be made. The stakeholder groups were also asked to provide feedback on environmental considerations, other trends, and possible impacts related to SBA.

Based on the participation from the August 2022 preliminary stakeholder engagement, two working committees were formed: a Community Input Committee (CIC), and a Technical Input Committee (CIC). Working meetings were held with both committees in October 2022 and valuable specific feedback was received from a Strengths Weaknesses Opportunities and Threats exercise facilitated by Mead and Hunt.

Meetings referenced below were advertised in a variety of sources including in the City News in Brief, Independent, Santa Barbara New Press, and Voice Magazine, through eblasts to the interested parties, press releases, in both English and Spanish, as well as social media.

At the request of FAA, SBA made the draft forecast chapter publicly available on the SBA website in early 2023. Additional CIC and TIC meetings were held in April 2023 to assess facility requirements and an update was provided to the Planning Commission and the Airport Commission. Additionally, a hybrid Master Plan Update Public Meeting was held in April 2023.

Additional meetings were held with the CIC and TIC in November 2023 to review draft Alternatives, facility requirements, and gather feedback as well as an interim update provided to the Airport Commission.

In March 2024, another round of meetings presented the preferred development alternatives and ultimate development concept developed from the facility requirements.

The preferred development alternatives focused on the major changes recommended for the Airport over the next 20 years and were a cumulation on the work on analysis of the MPU and presented to the CIC, TIC, Airport Commission, Planning Commission, Council, and an in-person Public Open House.

This update was also presented to the Airport Commission on August 21, 2024, at a Public Workshop on August 22, 2024, and to the Santa Barbara Planning Commission on August 29, 2024.

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Santa Barbara Airport Master Plan Update
Setember 17, 2024

BUDGET/FINANCIAL INFORMATION:

The FAA, under authorization from the United States Congress, distributes Airport Improvement Program funds each year. The FAA grants fund cover 90.66% of project costs.

SUSTAINABILITY IMPACT:

The Santa Barbara General Plan focuses on a stated mission statement of “Living within Our Resources” and stresses sustainability for development (City of Santa Barbara 2011).

Also, a guiding principle of the 2017 AMP and the MPU is to support the sustainable design of airport facilities and the wise use of resources. The MPU will be consistent with the Santa Barbara General Plan and will incorporate the guiding principles throughout the development of alternatives. The MPU will also support the policies of the Local Coastal Program for that portion of the Coastal Zone encompassing the Santa Barbara Municipal Airport that are protective of the natural resources abundant in Airport and Goleta Slough.

Also, the MPU will incorporate updated forthcoming sea-level rise data into the alternatives and will examine aircraft electrification and sustainable aviation fuels. The MPU will also address known and foreseeable environmental challenges that may complicate projects, which will facilitate sustainable project implementation. Lastly, the MPU will update the existing SBA Recycling, Reuse, and Waste Reduction Plan.

ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW:

The projects and alternatives identified in the 2017 Airport Master Plan were included in the adopted 2017 Airport Master Plan Environmental Impact Report. The MPU, and any new projects or alternatives will be subject to additional California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) review. Any projects that are selected for development as part of the MPU will be subject to the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), as well as the California Coastal Act.

PREPARED BY: Sara Iza, AICP, Airport Land Development Manager SUBMITTED BY: Chris Hastert, CM, Airport Director
APPROVED BY: Kelly R. McAdoo, City Administrator

CITY OF SANTA BARBARA

COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
AGENDA DATE: September 17, 2024
TO: Mayor and Councilmembers
FROM: Community Development Department and Public Works Department
SUBJECT: State Street Master Plan Vision and Short-Term Action Plan RECOMMENDATION: That Council:

A. Receive a progress report for the State Street “Create State” Master Plan and provide direction to staff on the recommended Grand Paseo design framework; and B. Receive an update and provide direction to staff on a Short-Term Action Plan for the State Street Master Plan project area.

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:

Create State is an effort to develop a master plan for downtown Santa Barbara that benefits residents, visitors, and the local economy through the creation of public space designed for people rather than vehicles. The project area includes Anacapa to Chapala Streets and State Street from Sola Street to the Highway 101 underpass. The State Street Master Plan (SSMP) will include a preferred conceptual design concept and implementation plan that the City will use to develop downtown capital improvement projects over a 10-20 year planning period.

Major work efforts by Create State over the last year include continuing community outreach, identifying priorities and guiding principles, and advancing an urban design framework comprising several districts and associated mobility patterns. This work was carried out with input from the State Street Advisory Committee (SSAC), downtown property and business owners, and other stakeholders. Although the SSAC aligned on most aspects of the framework, opinions varied regarding several details presented in the concepts for each district. This report summarizes feedback received on the urban design framework, describes next steps in the master planning process, and lays out a short-term action plan aimed at addressing immediate needs while also establishing a foundation for phased plan implementation in the future.

Agenda Item No. 9
File Code No. 650.05
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DISCUSSION:

Previous Update to City Council
The Create State Master Planning team is tasked with reimagining how the public rightof-way downtown can be transformed into a vibrant, flexible, and adaptable community space that supports economic and social vitality, while balancing adopted City policy, community feedback, and SSAC input. The SSMP must also reflect industry standards and best practices, meet financial and logistic goals, address impacts to transportation networks, and support downtown land use that features residential development.

In January 2023, staff provided Council with an update on the State Street Master Planning process and work completed during the prior year. This work included analysis of the existing economic and physical conditions, review of emerging mobility and land use patterns, and broad-reaching public engagement via State Street activations and community stakeholder meetings. Through these engagement efforts, the Create State team collected over 5,000 survey responses and reached more than 1,500 people during more than 60 in-person community events. Staff also participated in a community conversation series later in 2023 that included meetings with downtown businesses, realtors, performing and experiential artists, nonprofit organizations, and the cycling community.

It was clear during the engagement process that State Street is a place that our community holds dear. Community outreach consistently emphasized the following priorities for the final plan:
 Identification of distinct districts with different needs and identities.  Continued support for limiting private vehicle access on State Street, with at least a portion of the street remaining car-free.
 A family-friendly design that includes spaces for public art and performance.  Spaces and design elements suitable for all ages and abilities.  A flat and flexible (curbless) street design that is adaptable and can accommodate different uses in the right-of-way.
 Safety and cleanliness.
 Careful consideration of pedestrian safety in spaces that include bicycles.  Slow-moving, experiential transit.
 Housing and economic development as a core focus.
 Integration of the 400 block into the Promenade as a gateway to the waterfront and a “Grand Paseo.”
 Retention of existing trees and addition of new ones.  Holistic integration of outdoor dining.
 Respect for the El Pueblo Viejo Historic District.

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 Changes to the land development permitting process to facilitate adaptive reuse and spur economic activity.

Priorities and Guiding Principles
In the months following the January 2023 presentation to Council, staff continued working with the SSAC to develop guiding principles that embody the feedback received during the community engagement process. The following guiding principles integrate the building blocks of great public spaces—people and place, economic vitality, mobility and function, and sustainability and resilience—with the priorities expressed by the community. These guiding principles provide the foundation for the recommended design framework and mobility concept discussed in this report.

Guiding Principle #1: People and Placemaking Are Key to Downtown’s Success Downtown Santa Barbara is a special place, and the State Street Master Plan should celebrate and reflect Santa Barbara’s unique character and culturally diverse population.

El Pueblo Viejo landmark district has incredibly “strong bones,” with its rich history, paseo network, ideal climate, scenic geography, historic architecture, and visitor-serving amenities. Downtown must be designed and maintained with cleanliness, safety, equity, accessibility, and comfort in mind. State Street must be a magnetic destination that draws in people through a range of activities and diverse programming to ensure that the visitor experience is welcoming, vibrant, and fun.

Guiding Principle #2: Fostering Economic Vitality Downtown Enhances Overall Economic Vitality Citywide
State Street serves as the main downtown commercial corridor. This part of the city is a key economic driver for the community and region as a whole due to its concentration of jobs, businesses, and institutions. This area faces economic challenges magnified by recent changes in market conditions, the loss of major retailers like Nordstrom and Macy’s, increased competition in the region, an acute housing shortage, and a challenging permitting process; however, State Street is a resilient area that has weathered previous economic cycles and will thrive again by repositioning its regional competitiveness and fostering inclusive economic development. The project specifically looks to housing as an economic driver for sustained growth and focuses on investment in placemaking strategies in the public realm. The retention and expansion of existing business, the recruitment of new businesses, cultivation of a business-friendly government, and new entrepreneurial investment are also critical to transforming downtown into a vibrant mixed-use neighborhood in the center of Santa Barbara.

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Guiding Principle #3: Flexibility, Adaptability, and Sustainability Increase Long-Term Resilience
Flexibility must be a core design objective to maximize Downtown’s function today and to enhance its ability to adapt to future needs, priorities, and economic shifts. This flexibility and adaptability will strengthen Downtown’s long-term relevance and facilitate a broader range of uses and functions without requiring substantial reinvestment. Threats from fire, heat, drought, flood, and sea-level rise are present and growing. Downtown must be designed to build on Santa Barbara’s rich environmental heritage and respond to these environmental hazards by emphasizing climate change adaptation and long-term resiliency. Downtown must also be designed with a “less is more” philosophy that reduces energy, material, and water consumption and, in turn, reduces environmental harm, carbon emissions, and project cost.

Guiding Principle #4: Mobility and Utilities Provide Essential Function A successful downtown features a safe, connected, accessible, and balanced transportation network that includes a range of options for people of all ages and abilities.

Speed of travel and right-of-way configuration play critical roles in how public spaces operate and feel. Careful thought should be given to which modes are allowed in which areas, what the appropriate speeds are for users traveling through the space, and how much of the finite right-of-way should be allocated for each mode. To implement the vision of the Create State plan, the design should include opportunities for areas that restrict private vehicles to create more experiential spaces and a more pedestrian- and bikefriendly environment. Utilities also provide a critical function downtown, supplying the energy, sewer, water, communication, refuse, and other core services that are required to support commercial and residential activity. These systems must also be integrated into the master plan and strategically expanded where necessary to accommodate additional residents, expanded business, and community events.

Urban Design Framework, Districts, and Mobility
The recommendations presented to SSAC on June 26, 2024, stemmed from a Community Vision developed with the SSAC and the public over the span of many months. As former Santa Barbara Mayor Hal Conklin once said, “Santa Barbara’s downtown should invoke a sense of place, a sense of history, and a sense of celebration.”
The emerging Create State vision included a “Grand Paseo” that functions as a magnetic destination and showcases the best of Santa Barbara, inclusive of a “people first” design philosophy that leverages Santa Barbara’s diverse community, rich history, and worldclass architecture to attract visitors and locals alike. The “Grand Paseo” approach balances the Community Vision, Guiding Principles, and Key Policy Considerations. The recommended approach included catalyzing the De La Guerra District with a highly programmed and community-focused pedestrian core that is supported by the flanking Council Agenda Report
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Entertainment and Arts Districts, which provide transitional areas and create unique experiences that reflect an elevated version of their existing character, identity, and successes. The mobility concepts presented on June 26, 2024, for each district provided balance between the envisioned character, and vitality from the design framework with the very practical and pragmatic transportation and operational needs of downtown stakeholders. On June 26, 2024, SSAC received a presentation on the urban design framework, districts, and associated mobility options. That meeting was continued to July 15, 2024, to allow the SSAC to summarize their comments and participate in a straw polling of questions aimed at gauging committee support for staff’s recommendation.

Sketches and renderings that illustrate the concepts presented during the June 26, 2024, SSAC meeting, prepared by a local volunteer architect group, are included in Attachment

1. A summary of the input and straw poll responses received at the July 15, 2024, SSAC meeting about the design framework is included as Attachment 2.

Summary of Feedback Received
SSAC Input
The SSAC broadly aligned around the Grand Paseo framework, and voiced support for a pedestrian focused core at the center. A detailed breakdown of the committee’s feedback for each district is provided below.

Entertainment District (Highway 101 to Ortega Street)
The SSAC supported the recommended approach for the 400 block of State Street (Gutierrez to Haley Street), which includes curbs, two-way vehicle traffic, bike lanes, and expanded sidewalks. This block emphasizes its role as a primary gateway to and from the Waterfront and the Grand Paseo.

Additionally, the majority of the SSAC indicated that the 500 and 600 blocks (Haley to Ortega Street) should be closed to vehicle traffic, a shuttle and bikes should be allowed to operate in the 20-foot emergency access lane, and the remainder of the space (approximately 60 feet) should remain pedestrian only.

De La Guerra District (Ortega to Carrillo Street)
The SSAC are in general agreement that the 700 and 800 blocks (Ortega to Canon Perdido Street) should be curbless, flat and flexible, and primarily pedestrian. These blocks would include plaza-like spaces, allow for festivals and special community events, and are exclusively for pedestrians during special events, days of the week with high pedestrian traffic, and during peak seasons (e.g., weekends and/or Summer).

While the SSAC did not specifically comment on the 900 block (Canon Perdido to Carrillo Street), based on comments provided during the July 15, 2024, meeting, it appears that Council Agenda Report
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a majority of SSAC members would like to see the 900 block take a flat/curbless approach similar to the 700 and 800 blocks. This block would also restrict private vehicle travel.

Arts District (Carrillo to Sola Street)
While the staff recommendation for the Arts District included expanded space for pedestrians and outdoor dining, a separated two-way bicycle facility, and a one-way vehicle lane with limited loading and/or drop-off locations, the SSAC’s direction for the Arts District between the 1000-1200 blocks (Carrillo to Victoria Street) was split. Seven SSAC members indicated that they did not want to see cars reintroduced to this district, and seven members indicated that they were supportive of the reintroduction of cars in a one-way vehicle configuration in this area. In either scenario, the design would include expanded space for pedestrians and outdoor dining and a separated two-way bicycle facility.

Staff requests that the City Council provide direction to staff on how to proceed with these blocks before a plan is finalized for this District.

A majority of SSAC members indicated that they were supportive of a curbed design on the 1300 block (Victoria to Sola Street). This approach is like that of the 400 block, and includes two-way vehicle traffic, a bicycle facility, and enhanced pedestrian spaces on both sidewalks.

Additional Design Feedback
SSAC members generally indicated support for transit traveling up and down State Street.

SSAC also discussed a circulator shuttle that would traveling north up Chapala Street and south down Anacapa Street and accommodate more passengers. The SSAC was divided on whether both transit options are necessary and practical. Staff recommends proceeding with both options in the Master Plan and determining how transit is managed/operated during project implementation when more is known about the needs of those traveling downtown.

Comments during the July 15, 2024, meeting also included ensuring that the Chumash were involved in the design process, renaming the De La Guerra District, and providing additional public restroom locations along State Street.

As identified as important components of the Master Plan by SSAC members, the final Master Plan will include additional study on housing development downtown, the inclusion of an ecological framework, partnerships with civic and arts organizations, and plans for activating public spaces though programming and events.

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Downtown Business and Property Owner Input
On July 22, 2024, the City Administrator and other City officials met with downtown business and property owners to discuss the proposed urban design framework, receive feedback on the approach, and answer any questions. Responses from this group generally tracked with the responses from SSAC, and most attendees were supportive of the Grand Paseo design framework. More detailed responses based on each district are included below. A summary of survey responses from those who attended the meeting with senior City staff on July 22, 2024 is included as Attachment 3.

Entertainment District (Highway 101 to Ortega Street)
The downtown business community generally supported a curbless design through the 500 and 600 blocks (Haley to Ortega Street) that would be closed to vehicle traffic except for transit and deliveries within the 20-foot emergency access lane. Comments received about these blocks included concerns for stormwater, and cost of implementation.

De La Guerra District (Ortega to Carrillo Street)
The downtown business community was split on whether the 700 and 800 blocks (Ortega to Canon Perdido Street) should always be pedestrian only or during certain times of the week/year. Most in attendance were in support of these blocks always being pedestrian only, with a survey response of 29 businesses indicating this as their preference and 11 indicating this was not their preference. However, when asked if they were in support of a time-based solution where the blocks were exclusively for pedestrians during special events, days of the week with high pedestrian traffic, and during peak seasons (e.g., weekends and/or summer), 22 attendees indicated they were in support with 15 indicating this was not their preference.

Downtown business and property owners indicated a preference for curbless, flat, and flexible blocks that would include plaza-like spaces and allow for festivals and special community events.

Staff did not ask for specific feedback from the group regarding the 900 block (Canon Perdido to Carrillo Street).

Arts District (Carrillo to Sola Street)
Most downtown business owners indicated a preference for returning private vehicles back to State Street in this District. However, when asked if they were supportive of a one-way vehicle lane traveling northbound and a two-way bicycle facility in the Arts District, the input was split, with 16 businesses indicating they were supportive and 17 businesses indicating that they were not supportive. A few comments received included a preference for returning the street to two-way vehicle traffic and to move bicycles off of State Street.

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Since this feedback is different from the SSAC feedback, staff requests that the City Council provide direction on how to proceed with these blocks before a plan is finalized for this District.

Current Scheme Incorporating Feedback
The Grand Paseo is envisioned as an exciting, vibrant mixed-use neighborhood that welcomes new and growing businesses and catalyzes economic vitality citywide. The Grand Paseo is anchored by a pedestrian-focused core that is the epicenter of Santa Barbara’s civic life and is well connected to surrounding destinations. This vision prioritizes flexibility to maximize long-term resilience and advance Santa Barbara’s commitment to environmental stewardship by integrating climate change adaptation measures, sustainable land uses, and energy-efficient transportation modes.

Included in this vision are new public spaces for gathering and performing that create the social vitality and community celebration that will continue to define civic life in a postpandemic world. These activities will enhance El Pueblo Viejo Historic District and the rich architectural traditions of Santa Barbara’s unique downtown. The Grand Paseo seeks to advance the work of civic leaders like Pearl Chase and Bernard Hoffman, who envisioned a paseo network that would weave through downtown and connect iconic destinations like City Hall, De la Guerra Plaza, Paseo Nuevo, El Paseo, the courthouse, the Presidio, and the Santa Barbara Historical Museum. This network of expanded alleys, paths, and plantings will create new opportunities for commerce, public art, and social activity, while enhancing the experience of exploration and wonder that already exists in cherished pockets of our city.

Districts
The Grand Paseo includes three districts currently known as the Arts District, De La Guerra District, and the Entertainment District. District locations have been updated as follows: Entertainment District (Waterfront to Ortega Street); De La Guerra District (Ortega to Carrillo Street); and Arts District (Carrillo to Sola Street). Including the 100– 300 blocks in the Entertainment District provides a cohesive flow through the underpass.

Although changes are not proposed for the 100–300 blocks of State Street, their inclusion in the Entertainment District connects them to other destinations downtown. 400 Block of State Street (Gutierrez to Haley Street)
The recommended design for this block emphasizes its role as a primary gateway to and from the Waterfront and the Grand Paseo. The 400 block will continue to include two-way private vehicle traffic, as required by public safety for access to and from the Waterfront.

This block will also include separated bike lanes extended from the 300 block. Sidewalks will be expanded to match the 300 block, allowing for additional pedestrian space. The 400 block will feature gateway elements on Gutierrez and State Street to draw people Council Agenda Report
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into this new area, and artistic elements and pedestrian-focused lighting will be included throughout the block. Additional amenities along the sidewalk that are consistent with residential and commercial use will be included, such as enhanced landscaping, art, and seating. Expanded sidewalks may provide new opportunities for sidewalk dining against the building facades. This block will continue to allow all modes of travel at all times. 500–900 Blocks of State Street (Haley to Carrillo Street) These five blocks would be considered the Grand Paseo area, where pedestrians are encouraged and private vehicles are prohibited. This design will allocate 60 of the 80 feet of corridor width for pedestrian facilities, outdoor dining, play elements, small-scale performances, and community gathering spaces. The blocks would be curbless, flat, flexible, and primarily pedestrian, with bicycles and shuttles operating within the 20-foot emergency access lane. Vehicles would be permitted only during a defined service and delivery window in the early morning hours. Full-size transit would operate on Chapala and Anacapa Streets, and a smaller transit service would be available on State Street.

These blocks would include plaza-like spaces and allow for festivals and special community events, and the 700–900 blocks would provide a pedestrian-only experience during certain high-volume times of the week and year (e.g., weekends, summer months, and major holidays).

The time-based pedestrian-only space on the 700–900 blocks creates more management flexibility and allows a greater ability to slow speeds, limit access to certain modes, and repurpose streets for large-scale community events without disrupting core network function. These blocks could be managed for pedestrian use during specified times.

Further study is required to determine whether bicycle re-route is required.

Options for the Arts District
Two mobility options exist for the Arts District. One option is to continue the Grand Paseo north to the 1200 block (State Street and Victoria Street). This would restrict private vehicle access from the 500–1200 blocks of State Street (Haley to Victoria Street) and provide additional space for pedestrians, with the 20-foot emergency access lane available for shuttle and/or bicycle use. Another option is to provide a one-way vehicle lane traveling north with limited loading and/or drop-off locations beginning at the 1000 block (State and Carrillo Street) through the 1200 block (State and Victoria Street). This option would also allow for expanded space for pedestrians and outdoor dining. It would include a separated two-way bicycle facility and would provide new opportunities for sidewalk dining up against the building facades. Preference for one option over the other was divided among the SSAC members.

Both options align with Vision Zero1, because one option prohibits vehicle traffic altogether, and the second (allowing vehicle traffic in a one-way configuration) would 1 The City’s strategy to eliminate all traffic fatalities and severe injuries in Santa Barbara by 2030.

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separate transportation modes so that pedestrians are on an expanded sidewalk, bicyclists utilize a two-way bicycle facility, and vehicles travel in a 10-foot lane going northbound. Allowing one-way vehicle traffic would require design considerations that minimize conflicts between turning vehicles and cyclists.

The Arts District would be part of a much later phase of implementation, and decisions about right-of-way configuration should be delayed until the City has more information on the successes of previous phases of implementation and the current and future needs of downtown at the time of implementation.
1300 Block of State Street (Victoria to Sola Street)
The recommended design for this block emphasizes its role as a primary gateway to and from Upper State and maintains its critical link for public safety access between the Upper State and downtown areas of the city by providing separated space for all modes, including two lanes of vehicular traffic. This block will continue to be managed to always allow all modes.

Small-Scale Transit Option
Based on feedback received from the SSAC, downtown business owners, and the general public, there is an interest in allowing public transit that travels along State Street.

This smaller-scale transit option could be a shuttle, pedicab, or trolley, with the exact mode determined during the project’s implementation phase. The SSAC and the general public have also shown interest in a full-size circulator that travels up Chapala and down Anacapa Streets. Both transit options would provide service to various user types, including tourists, residents, and downtown workers. Ensuring that the public has connections to and from the Amtrak Station, MTD Service Center, Waterfront, and downtown State Street will provide more people with access to downtown businesses and public spaces.

Key 00 Blocks
The 00 block of East Anapamu would need to be examined to strengthen the stretch between State Street and the Library Plaza. The 00 blocks of Canon Perdido and Ortega would need to be studied as part of the redevelopment of Paseo Nuevo to strengthen the connection of that mixed-use development to the Grand Paseo, and to provide service access to any new development. Reducing or removing parking and expanding sidewalks could enhance pedestrian and bicycle facilities and might provide additional opportunities for outdoor dining.

Looking Ahead
If City Council agrees with the vision, guiding principles, and urban design framework outlined above, staff would continue to work on the draft Master Plan, which is anticipated Council Agenda Report
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to be released to the public within the next six months. Included in this Plan will be the guiding principles, policies, and strategies that complement the concepts and urban design framework reviewed by the SSAC. Once the urban design framework is finalized, additional key elements of the Plan can be completed, including the transportation/circulation analysis and an economic feasibility analysis. Depending on the outcome of these analyses, some minor revisions to the framework may be necessary and these would be highlighted during presentations of the draft plan.

The document will be released to the public for a minimum 60-day review period. During this time, staff will make presentations to the Planning Commission, Historic Landmarks Commission, Access Advisory Committee, Transportation and Circulation Commission, Youth Council, and other stakeholder groups for their feedback. Staff also plans to answer questions and take comments from the public during various engagement events in the project area.

Feedback received during this public engagement period will be incorporated into the final Create State Master Plan draft that will be presented to Council in 2025.

Information on upcoming meetings and events related to Create State will be posted online at: https://statestreet.santabarbaraca.gov/.

Action Plan
The 500 through 1300 blocks of State Street have existed in a temporary promenade configuration since being closed to vehicle traffic in May of 2020. The process of completing the SSMP, developing related capital projects, and beginning construction on the first phase of right-of-way improvements is expected to take up to ten years. In the interim, staff has drafted a plan to transition the promenade into a configuration that reflects the SSMP design concepts outlined in this report while continuing to enable a variety of pilot projects. The Action Plan addresses:
 Completion of the SSMP
 Roadway configuration
 Safety
 Sidewalks
 Outdoor dining
 Amenities
 Shuttle service and assisted
mobility
 Economic development
 Sustainability
 Cleanliness and maintenance
 Activations
As part of the business community discussion on July 22, 2024, City staff requested feedback on what the City could do in the next six to 12 months to benefit downtown businesses. Some of the responses from businesses are included below:
 Regulating bike and e-bike behavior
 Remove permitting roadblocks that impede housing development on and near downtown State Street
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 Clarify the types of infrastructure changes that would be necessary to create a curbless/flat and flexible design
 Allow for additional events downtown
 Improve security and cleanliness, and increase police presence  Make a determination on whether vehicles will return to any of the State Street blocks (400-1300 blocks).
 Create timelines for the State Street Master Plan and phase the project  Establish transit service on State Street
 Include the 0 blocks in improvements
The Action Plan attempts to address some of the recommendations provided by the business and property owners during the July 22, 2024 meeting.

The Action Plan, which lists specific action items and estimated timeframes, is included for review as Attachment 4. The Action Plan is intended to be a “living document” that changes as needs evolve. Many proposed action items require additional analysis and study to determine feasibility prior to implementation. Some items will require identification of a funding source. Over the coming year, staff will return to Council either monthly or bi-monthly to report on progress with respect to the Action Plan and to request from Council further direction, policy changes, and/or funding needed to continue the implementation work. Staff requests direction from Council on the action plan: does the Council concur with the items on the list? Any proposed changes? Is there anything missing?
BUDGET/FINANCIAL INFORMATION:

Create State (the State Street Master Plan) is a multiyear work effort aimed at revitalizing and rethinking downtown Santa Barbara. In July 2022, Council approved a contract for MIG, Inc., in the amount of $709,156, with an additional $70,915 for extra services.

Funding for the contract came from Measure C ($480,071) and the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA, $300,000). Invoices for MIG’s consulting fees for work completed through spring 2024 total $487,387. Of that amount, $300,000 was paid with ARPA funds and the remaining $187,387 was paid by Measure C. These consulting fee charges are within the contract amount.

SUSTAINABILITY IMPACT:

Create State will address sustainability downtown through sustainable design approaches. Design efforts may lead to a reduction of greenhouse gas emissions, an improved downtown microclimate, stormwater management, improved water quality, and/or decreasing airborne pollutants.

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ATTACHMENTS: 1. Sketches and Renderings of the Grand Paseo Urban Design Framework as Presented to SSAC on June 26, 2024

2. Summary of SSAC Feedback and Straw Poll from July 15, 2024, SSAC Meeting

3. Summary of Downtown Business Owners’ Input from July 22, 2024, Meeting

4. Draft Action Plan
PREPARED BY: Elias Isaacson, Community Development Director Tess Harris, State Street Master Planner
Sarah Clark, Downtown Team Manager
SUBMITTED BY: Elias Isaacson, Community Development Director Clifford M. Maurer, PE, Public Works Director
APPROVED BY: Kelly McAdoo, City Administrator

STATE STREET OVERVIEW
ATTACHMENT 1

STATE STREET FIGURE-GROUND

BLOCKS OF INTEREST
ZONES

EXPERIENTIAL TRANSIT PATH

DESIGN OVERVIEW
400 BLOCK
• Primary “Gateway” from/to Funk Zone &
waterfront
• Important public safety access
• Continued bike & car lanes from 300 Block
• Expanded sidewalks for dining/performers
400 BLOCK - LANDSCAPE
400 BLOCK - PERSPECTIVE
500-600 BLOCK
• Flat, flexible, and curbless
• 20 ft car-free, experiential-transit,
pedestrian & bikes
• 60 ft dedicated to pedestrian, dining, and
performers
500-600 BLOCK - LANDSCAPE
500 BLOCK - PERSPECTIVE
600 BLOCK - PERSPECTIVE
500-600 BLOCK - ALTERNATE
700-900 BLOCK - PASEO PLAN
700-900 BLOCK
• Pedestrian-prioritized flat, flexible, and
curbless for all 80 ft
• Loading and delivery at early hours
• ‘Walk-your-wheels’ options for certain times
of week/year
700-900 BLOCK - LANDSCAPE
700 BLOCK - PERSPECTIVE
800 BLOCK - PERSPECTIVE
900 BLOCK - PERSPECTIVE
1000-1200 BLOCK
• Increased pedestrian sidewalk for
exhibit space and dining
• One way car lane allows theater dropoffs and two-way bike lanes 1000-1200 BLOCK - LANDSCAPE
1000 BLOCK - PERSPECTIVE
1100 BLOCK - PERSPECTIVE
1200 BLOCK - PERSPECTIVE
1000-1200 BLOCK - ALTERNATE
1300 BLOCK
• Two way car lanes and two-way bike
lanes allows access and helps with
public safety
• Gateway between Upper State and
downtown core
1300 BLOCK - LANDSCAPE
1300 BLOCK - PERSPECTIVE

DESIGN OVERVIEW
ATTACHMENT 2
SSAC Straw Poll and Takeaways from 7/15/24 SSAC Meeting Takeaways/ General Comments:
• There is a consensus for a Grand Paseo framework, with a pedestrian focused core at the center bracketed by other districts – with a total of three distinct districts.
• The 400 block will include curbs, two-way vehicle traffic, bike lanes, and expanded sidewalks.
• The 400 block will be/include a gateway for the Grand Paseo. • While there was some interest in pedestrian only or bicycles for only some of the time, the majority indicated an interest in seeing the 500 and 600 blocks closed to vehicle traffic with the 20-foot emergency access lane open to the shuttle and bikes, and the remainder of the space pedestrian only.
• There is a consensus that the 700 and 800 blocks should be curbless, flat and flexible, and primarily pedestrian. This design includes plaza-like spaces, allows for festivals and special community events, and is exclusively for pedestrians during special events, days of the week with high pedestrian traffic, and during peak seasons (e.g., weekends and/or Summer).
• The 900 block was not included in the questions and should be discussed further; however, based on responses for other questions, it appears that a majority would like to see the 900 block to not include cars, and for this block to have a similar approach to the 700 and 800 blocks.
• The SSAC was split on the mobility framework for the Arts District with 7 members indicating that they did not want to see cars reintroduced and 7 members indicating that they were supportive of the reintroduction of cars in a one-way vehicle configuration in this area. This included expanded space for pedestrians and outdoor dining, a separated two-way bicycle facility, and a oneway vehicle lane with limited loading and/or drop-off locations. Additional discussion with business owners in this area should occur, and this question should be addressed by City Council before a plan is finalized for this District. • There is consensus for a curbed design on the 1300 block that includes two-way vehicle traffic, a bicycle facility, and pedestrian space on the sidewalk. • A majority of members are interested in seeing some type of shuttle/transit travel up and down State Street. Members were divided on whether there should be a circulator in addition to transit on State Street. Specifics for transit in the Master Plan still need to be resolved.
• Additional study should occur on housing, sustainable design/ecological framework, partnerships with civic and arts organizations, and programming. • Involvement of Chumash in design and process is needed. • Rename the De La Guerra District.
• Provide additional public restroom locations along State Street.

ATTACHMENT 2
Straw Poll:

1. Do you agree that the “Grand Paseo” design framework, which includes a pedestrian core district bracketed by districts on either side that employ different approaches to mobility, aligns with the SSAC’s vision for the study area? Yes: 9
Yes If: 3
No: 1
Abstain: 1
Yes If Comments:
• Larger trolley to be included than just micro-transit • Want to talk about 2 districts for mobility section
• Delete “that employ different approaches to mobility” and include shuttles • Open to pedestrians and cyclists open to 500-1200 block

2. Do you support the recommendation of a curbed design for the 400-block that allows for all modes of transportation and transforms the block into a gateway to the Grand Paseo?
Yes/Yes If:13
No: 1

3. Should the 400 block include physical features or monumentation to signal arrival to the district?
Yes:11
Yes If: 2
No: 1
Yes If Comments:
• Move it up to the grand paseo
• Has to be approved by HLC
• Should include sense of arrival for entirety of district and allow people to linger/stay in 400 block

4. Do you support the curbless, flat and flexible design for the 500 and 600 blocks of State Street? This design includes a 20’-wide clear area for emergency access, that would be shared by bikes and transit, and no private vehicles would be allowed outside of service and delivery hours.

Yes: 9
Yes If: 3
No: 2
Yes If Comments:
• Want it to be pedestrian only
• No bikes, but include a shuttle
• Bikes could be ok temporally but not all the time
ATTACHMENT 2
• 500-600 blocks should be curbed

5. Do you support the curbless, flat and flexible pedestrian-exclusive core on the 700 and 800 blocks of State Street? This design includes plaza-like spaces, allows for festivals and special community events, and is exclusively for pedestrians at all times, even if excluding bike and vehicle access requires that capacity for bikes and vehicles be provided elsewhere on surrounding streets (e.g., Chapala).

Yes: 2
Yes If: 2
No: 9
Yes If Comments:
• Support it if it came with plan and investment for redesign and programming that covers most of the day
• Has to be 500, 600, 700 and maybe the 800 blocks
• The only pedestrian area should be 700 and 800 blocks with exception of shuttle or trolley

6. Do you support the curbless, flat and flexible primarily pedestrian core on the 700 and 800 blocks of State Street? This design includes plaza-like spaces, allows for festivals and special community events, and is exclusively for pedestrians during special events, days of the week with high pedestrian traffic, and during peak seasons (e.g., weekends and/or Summer)? This time-based solution to create an exclusively pedestrian core may not require the bicycle reroute.

Yes: 9
Yes If: 2
No: 3
Yes If Comments:
• In the summertime it should be all pedestrian
• Highly dependent on Paseo Nuevo plans
• Curbless 700 and 800 blocks

7. Do you support a curbed design for the 1000 to 1200 blocks of State Street that reintroduces cars and private vehicles to State St at Carrillo St? If so, do you support the recommended design that includes expanded space for pedestrians and outdoor dining, a separated two-way bicycle facility, and a one-way vehicle lane with limited loading and/or drop-off locations?
Yes: 5
Yes If: 2
No: 7
Yes If Comments:
• Add the 900 block in this section
• Shuttles, vehicles, bikes, wider sidewalks, new landscape design • Address parades and study how it supports economic vitality ATTACHMENT 2
• 1000-1200 blocks introduce cars

8. Do you support the recommendation of a curbed design for the 1300 block of State Street that always allows all modes, and emphasizes its role as an emergency access corridor and a primary gateway to Upper State? This design includes two-way vehicle traffic, a bicycle facility, and pedestrian space on the sidewalk.

Yes: 11
Yes If: 1
No: 2
Yes If Comments:
• Whatever the 900-1200 blocks are should extend to the 1300 block • Curbed design for 1300 block, all modes

9. Do you support a transit option connecting the Grand Paseo to the Waterfront that includes a full-size circulator shuttle that primarily travels on Anacapa and Chapala Streets and is supplemented by a pedicab program or micro-transit on State Street?
Yes: 4
Yes If: 10
No: 0
Yes If Comments:
• First part – yes for a full-size circulator
• Pedicab yes, need to define micro-transit
• Less than primarily/half the time the shuttle should be on State Street • Needs to be full-service shuttle that handles any type of customer • Spine of public transit needs to be up and down State Street • Need more details of specifics of a shuttle that goes up and down State Street
• Shuttle should run on State Street the whole way or circulate around the pedestrian blocks only
Next Steps:
• Bring vision to Council
• If Council is in alignment on vision, then there would be 6-12 month action plan to start to move us towards that vision – call to action
• A lot of details need to be developed – will come back to SSAC, PC, HLC, and Council
• Will unveil public review/draft at SSAC and then have thorough public review period
1 FEEDBACK ON PREFERRED DESIGN CONCEPTS FOR STATE STREET MASTER PLAN

DOWNTOWN BUSINESS & PROPERTY OWNERS
JULY 22, 2024
45 surveys completed
Question #1: Yes No
Do you agree that the “Grand Paseo” design framework, which includes multiple districts and a pedestrian core at the center, supports the community’s vision for State Street?
26 10
Additional Tally: 4 marked both;
5 did not answer
Additional Comments:
- Only 700 – 800 block Grand Paseo; walk your bike
- Yes, but there would be great benefits for district area to allow the expanded outdoor dining on sidewalk right next to the buildings
- Public art, public celebrations
- Expand Paseo north and south to include rest of old paseo plan; mid-block crossings on side streets; extend sidewalks on side streets
- Love the Paseo expansion idea & linking them more together; with increasing climate change, more canopy trees are needed to cool the public areas
- I support this framework as long as the implementation of the project is equitable and fair. The current layout is neither, as some businesses, including my own located at 418 State Street and 1212 State Street are unable to have outdoor parklets
- The downtown district on State Street seemed to thrive as a thoroughfare, open to vehicular traffic prior to the COVID pandemic shut down businesses - Eventually, not now. Good idea once housing is built. - Something like this could work, down the road. Multiple districts good; would like whole area to be pedestrian-focused, not just the core.
- Create a welcoming space with programming to attract people downtown - As long as safe passage for cyclists is included throughout the Grand Paseo - I believe the 9 block “core” proposed is too small and should include more blocks up State - I do, but we need to get it done in 5 years; if this takes 15 – 20 years, this will ruin our community - Yes, but the “devil is in the details”
- 500 & 600 blocks are flat so they should be pedestrian; they are the best for walking - I think that the pedestrian core should run all the way from Sola to the overpass - Restore State Street to two-way traffic
- Not pedestrian only; need vehicular traffic above 1000 block both directions - State Street should be re-opened like it was before COVID shut down, cars are essential to retailers. Street exposure to drivers, access and parking are essential to businesses - This vision is not of the community, it is a self-created vision from within City staff and City Council
ATTACHMENT 3
2 Question #2: Yes No
Do you support a flat and flexible (curbless) design for the 500 and 600 blocks of State Street?
This design includes a 20-foot-wide clear area for emergency vehicles and delivery access at specified times of day. ADA compatible micro-transit would also be allowed to travel through this space.
32 9
Additional Tally: 4 did not answer
Additional Comments:
- Need incentives on 600 block or re-open it
- Drainage
- Expand curbless blocks while keeping & slowing cars; expand side street sidewalks - Leave bike traffic on flat blocks, walk your bike on 700 – 900 blocks to slow people down - Yes on 500, no on 600; 600 needs sidewalks otherwise retail shops will become superfluous to activities in the street
- Flexible streets allows more experimentation with less expenditures and adapting to what works best
- I support this design but would include the 400 block in the 500/600 plan as well. There could simply be an emergency lane for emergency vehicles
- Re-open as thoroughfare
- More police patrol in the evening is necessary for downtown restaurants and bars - Stop bikes on lower State Street
- Most vibrant area; enhance it. Please run a shuttle down the middle. - Need infrastructure clarification on how we could do flat & flexible (e.g. how is storm drainage handled? How would it cost? How long would it take?
- Yes, as it supports the restaurants without bikes
- The entire State Street should have large, wide sidewalks for pedestrians (rather than pedestrians on the street) and outdoor dining
- Sidewalk dining would be preferable
- I support no curbs from 500 – 900 block
- This is not a wise use of resources to get this project started. It is not necessary to make this huge investment early on. We can invest in other parts of the plan and get more ROI and get some results in a year or two and then decide if this makes sense. What is the ROI for this piece of the plan? I don’t think it will make that much difference in the overall result. - State Street is one of the primary Storm Drains going down to the beach. How will you contain and move the water without curbs? How much will any mitigation costs – tens to hundreds of millions.
- It makes sense to expand the safe pedestrian space by curbless street - The best vision for State Street is to return it to its pre-pandemic glory. Re-open it to two-way vehicular traffic
- Cass Ensberg’s design accommodates all users and is most inclusive - There is no viable return from such a hefty investment. City already discounts outdoor dining space to create a loss / deficit, investing more in that direction is an economic disaster that creates no benefit to the community.
3 Question #3: Yes No
Do you support a flat and flexible (curbless) pedestrian-exclusive core on the 700 and 800 blocks of State Street?
This design includes plaza-like spaces, allows for festivals and special community events, and is exclusively for pedestrians at all times. 29 11
Additional Tally: 1 marked both;
4 did not answer
Additional Comments:
- Bike traffic is vital to the attraction of the youth who are the now & future retail customers - It would definitely connect the 500 – 600 and following blocks - Drainage
- Allow bikes – there is parking for bikes
- Only after you solve deliveries, trash, access for elderly - Work on “walk your bike” to slow people coming down the hill on State - Sure, but these blocks are currently quite inactive. This could be an area for City focus on eliminating roadblocks to building more residential
- Re-open as thoroughfare. What about parades?
- I think the Grand Paseo in the 700-800 is a great idea but not to be implemented until Paseo Nuevo is complete. It won’t be a draw until then.
- Pedestrian only while enabling right-of-way to resume parades up / down State Street - Given the complexities of re-routing cyclists onto surrounding streets, Grand Paseo must support safe passage for cyclists
- Yes, as it supports the restaurants without bikes
- State (Chapala & Anacapa) for deliveries
- Would be nice to see a park-like setting to join with De La Guerra Plaza - At a minimum, I would also be open to pedestrian-exclusive 500 – 900 block - Should be as much like a park as possible
- Existing Paseo behind M Special connecting to Lot 10 and Hamburger Habit at center of 600 block is missing from the Paseo plan in this iteration of the plan - We have plazas. We no longer have a Main Street
- For festival purposes, that makes sense
- Closing streets hurts traffic circulation, putting more traffic on open streets. Eliminating cars from State Street is going to be a killer for businesses on State Street. Pedestrian only malls are dying everywhere
- The 700 – 900 blocks are predominantly retail and office tenants. This would cause further economic harm to retailers and provide a high risk for an active shooter situation for our police force to manage on an almost daily basis
Question #4: Yes No
Do you support a flat and flexible (curbless) primarily pedestrian core on the 700 and 800 blocks of State Street?
This design includes plaza-like spaces, allows for festivals and special community events, and is exclusively for pedestrians during special events, days of the week with high pedestrian traffic, and during peak seasons (e.g., weekends and/or summer)? This time-based solution to create an exclusively pedestrian core may not require re-routing bicycle lanes.
22 15
Additional Tally: 1 marked both;
7 did not answer
4 Additional Comments:
- Time-based solutions are problematic
- Drainage
- Allow bikes
- If I’m reading this correctly, this is a variant to option #3 that includes bicycle traffic. I support bicycle traffic, but not motorized bicycles which currently unsafely plague downtown and State Street
- Wait until 700 – 800 construction is done. Knell’s hotel – Paseo Nuevo – De La Guerra Plaza – wait until this is done.
- Determining an alternative bike route, consistent with Vision Zero goals must be a priority - Only if there’s an easy way for deliveries that don’t make it difficult for bike travel and cars (Chapala / Anacapa) and the one-way side streets need to have two-way bike lanes - If it’s in the budget, yes
- Bikes can go an extra bock to provide a safe pedestrian experience all the time - Any pedestrian only closure of State Street blocks free passage from the beach area to downtown
- This concept should be limited to these two blocks only - The 700 – 900 blocks are predominantly retail and office tenants. Retail thrives in an area that maximizes visibility and accessibility. This area has already suffered by the banning of the primary mode of transportation (cars) and will only suffer further through additional prohibitions limiting accessibility.

Question #5: Yes No
Do you support a design for the 1000 to 1200 blocks of State Street that reintroduces cars and private vehicles back to State Street at Carrillo Street?
28 11
Additional Tally: 6 did not answer
Additional Comments:
- If with more areas for actual arts / family experiences - Yes, Carrillo Street would be a great block to start the traffic - One lane only
- If no parking on State, cars do not make sense; walk, cycle, trolley - Owning a business on the 1200 block has afforded me a first-hand impression of the ‘temporary’ introduction of cars to State. It’s been an abject failure, and has created an unsafe, confusing and bizarre layout.
- No bikes
- Open to one-way traffic northbound
- Why no comment / question opportunities re: the 1400 & 1300 block? Are these done deals? Where no change can be considered? Would like to see the 1300 block one-way again. - Cars aren’t needed!
- These blocks are part of the downtown core; anchor Arlington and Granada - There needs to be a balance of some cars on some blocks, but not all of State Street - But don’t change traffic pattern each block; keep it simple and consider how people enter from east and west
- People over cars
- Absolutely not. No cares on these family friendly important blocks of the Theatre District – this is by anyone’s standards the most beautiful part of State Street – including the 1300 block - Re-store two-way traffic to all of State Street
- Two-way traffic from Carrillo up; why are cities like San Luis Obispo and Bend not being studies as examples of thriving cities?
5 - State Street should be re-opened to two-way vehicular traffic for its full length - This approach should be used the length of State Street. State Street as it was before the shutdown worked well for many years. Wider sidewalks would accommodate outdoor dining. - Yes, with two-way traffic again. In fact, would be best to re-open all of State Street. This would increase the economic vitality of downtown, increase parking revenues, increase sales tax & wouldn’t cost millions we don’t have. Not too mention the economic damage created by a longterm construction project furthering the deterioration of our downtown commercial district.

Question #6: Yes No
If so, do you support a design that includes a one-way northbound vehicular lane and space for pedestrians and outdoor dining, a separated two-way bicycle facility, with limited loading and/or drop-off locations? 16 17
Additional Tally: 3 marked both;
9 did not answer
Additional Comments:
- Move bikes off State – early north and south; 2-way cares with share-the-road signs - Nope. Too confusing and not enough pro’s to outweigh the many, many, many cons. - Yes, don’t love it but one-way Canon Perdido north could be a compromise - No e-bikes; it is a trolley / ride experience only; no private vehicles - Pedestrian only
- Get bikes off State Street. The bike lanes should be on Chapala and Anacapa; bikes and pedestrians don’t mix
- No cars in the Theatre District
- Two-way traffic you idiots
- One-way would be / is detrimental to retail
- We have enough space currently on the sidewalks for outdoor seating and many restaurants already have private outdoor dining
- The previous design had plenty of outdoor / sidewalk dining, had two lanes of vehicular and bike traffic. Just save the month and return it to its previous success level. It was very successful and sustainable prior to the closure.

Question #7: Yes No
Do you support a micro-transit option that travels on State Street, including in zones that are pedestrian only (not open to bikes or cars)? 31 7 Additional Tally: 4 marked both;
3 did not answer
Additional Comments:
- I am for a trolley system at least
- Shuttle both ways
- It has to be economically viable than the MTD shuttle - I love this idea, and would advocate for the micro-transit to run the entirety of the Promenade and perhaps to other areas including the Waterfront and Funk Zone - Large transit, not small
- We need the larger shuttle down the 20-foot lane throughout – exception would be the 700 – 800 block where events are scheduled
- It’s imperative to have a full-size trolley running on State Street, bringing people to / from the Waterfront
- I support a micro-transit option that travels on State Street except on the 700 – 800 blocks - A fleet of electric pedicabs designed to look like the horse carriages of Santa Barbara’s past 6 - Whatever the micro-transit is – make it the entire street, not dropped up by the “districts” - Could happen tomorrow
- Smaller is better – quiet and electric only. Pedicabs? - Regular shuttles on State Street please
- No. Dumb idea.
- Micro transit only suffices one missing element in the public transit banning from State Street.

While this option may accommodate a person with mobility challenges, or even a couple people together, it fails to provide a solution that is economically impacting our downtown businesses.

As a City reliant upon tourism spending, the inability to convey larger groupings of tourists from the pier, through our retail and dining corridor cripples the opportunity for retailers to truly capture sales.

Question #8:

What are one to three action items the City can implement in the next 6 to 12 months that would advance the vision of the State Street Master Plan and positively affect economic vitality in the Downtown Corridor?
Comments:

1. Regulating bikes and e-bike behavior or eliminate bikes. - Pilot the “walk your wheels” on 700 & 800 blocks to test how it works, if it is respected. - Add bike racks / parking zones to encourage dismount / stopping. - Electric bikes – they are dangerous and someone is going to get majorly injured or killed. The City has been put on notice…they are opening themselves to massive litigation if this is not addressed. You have created a very dangerous situation and there is no speed or safety enforcement. This should get immediate attention.
- “Walk your bike” – no way (!) who will patrol this? Make Chapala / Anacapa bike lanes so it’s easy to navigate on a bike.
- Please eliminate bike riding – it is unsafe especially with e-bike proliferation and their availability with e-bikes. Need to identify the ROI. Will it work? - Make it a pedestrian promenade. It is a safety issue and bikes are a liability. - An immediate improvement to change the negative opinion about State Street would be to regular an enforce unsafe bicyclists and e-bikes that are too reckless and too fast. - Get rid of e-bikes. #1 complaint from locals/customers. Need balance of some cars on State Street.
- Start policing the bikes.
- No e-bikes.
- Prohibit e-bikes on 500 – 1200 blocks.
- Work on “walk your wheels” on the 700 – 900 blocks.
- Walking bikes on State Street
- Post signs that say “walk your bike” like in Paseo Nuevo - Stop bikes on 500 – 600 blocks. The 500 block was a dismount block for 15 months when promenade was created and it worked.
- Get rid of bikes on State Street.
- Walk your wheels on all State Street.

2. Remove impediments and roadblocks to the development of needed housing on State Street. It is not a lack of interest or lack of funding from developers that has stymied residential growth on State Street but is rather the onerous, opaque, glacially paced, and discretionary permitting process offered by the City. Speed it up, add incentives, and let’s get housing going. - Approve redevelopment of Paseo Nuevo.
- Give incentives for residential developers.
- Commitment to downtown housing.
- Define impediments, including wasteful permitting and rules 7 - Incentives for housing; housing on second floors
- New incentives for housing
- Accelerate bringing more housing along downtown core
- More forward with converting existing buildings to affordable housing where feasible and appropriate
- Expedite new housing developments. People are key.
- Plan for needs of new housing / residents
- Housing.

3. Clarify how outdoor dining will be allowed to continue in the interim, and what infrastructure changes would be required to create curbless, flat & flexible design. - Do not inhibit what is now vibrant. Leave outdoor dining as in 500-600 until flat/flexible is created. Start first with 400 Block – very little opposition and would be great (gateway) start. - Expand sidewalk dining opportunities by removing unkept shrubbery / landscaping. - Incentivize outdoor dining.
- Allow easy & simple expansion of outdoor dining.
- Allow retail to expand outdoors as well.
- Remove landscaping to allow for dining next to buildings, keep sidewalks on retails streets - Remove curbs alone one block to create an experiment including district infrastructure - Do not do too much concrete or road infrastructure. Put the money into helping the outdoor restaurants have more space on the existing sidewalks and streets. Equal size walkways on both sides of the street so both have equal value.
- Return outdoor dining to the sidewalks and open State Street to bring back retail vitality. If outdoor dining is allowed on the street, it must be charged accordingly, to at minimum a break event rental rate and fully portable to be moved to bring back parades, car shows and additionally scheduled community events (we don’t need the street closed year-round to accomplish this).

4. Allow for many more events to take place on State similar to the widely successful events of Downtown Venture (wine walk, Ventura ½ marathon, X-Games, etc.). Allow for beer/cocktail/wine gardens, pop up food vendors (that are required to have a brick-and-mortar location on State) and fun. Allow this to occur during Farmer’s Markets. Currently, the combo of food & alcoholic beverage centric events are not being allowed on State by City staff. Do this quarterly at a min, and preferably monthly and at every single Farmer’s Market. - Implement more programming now and experiences to draw people downtown. Without cars on State Street. It’s an affordable option that can prove that cars aren’t needed in order to achieve a vibrant booming downtown.
- Marketing the programming
- Marketing downtown as a vibrant economic hub & eliminating the stigma that it has as a dirty, unsafe place full of homeless people
- State Street activation.
- Dog park, amphitheater, non-profit booth, produce stand, trolley. - More entertainment.
- Activation – budget for activating spaces that are visible; engage businesses - Programming on 600 block to get locals back downtown
- Help the performing arts community develop experiences for the community; performing arts venues can help bring more experiences downtown.

5. Security and cleanliness
- Homelessness and panhandling must be removed.
8 - Empty storefronts must be cleaned; have lots of lighting and security cameras to discourage homelessness, crime; make the property owners fix broken windows; the sidewalks are dirty and the smell of urine is strong.
- Find homeless housing; day centers for homeless
- Emphasis on cleaning
- Keep it simple and clean
- Gently shepherd the homeless to somewhere else.
- Keep the streets clean.
- Better lighting in paseos.
- Making protecting our community and visitors by providing a safe and clean downtown a priority.

6. Open State Street.
- Return State Street to two-way automotive traffic except for the 700 – 800 blocks (close State at Canon Perdido to Ortega, prohibit ALL motorized vehicles include e-bikes) - Return traffic patterns to how they were pre-COVID.
- Open the damn street.
- Successful retail is dependent on vehicular access.
- Re-open State Street and put a stop this whole useless, costly and time wasting exercise.

7. Come up with timelines to complete the State Street Master Plan. Phase it in. - Develop budgets for capital and management.
- Develop a plan for the Grand Paseo, include budget and how it will be funded. - Plan for needs of new housing / residents
- Need PN update…impacts businesses that might be interested in being there, but the uncertainty is a barrier.
- Use green infrastructure framework; incorporate CEC’s ecological framework & consider the social benefits as well as environmental benefit
- Support local businesses ensuring their survival during the process. - Consider mobility / disability issues, including hearing and seeing. - Find money (!)

8. Increased police presence – not just for e-bike control. - Police presence…this will help two big issues: the crazy kids riding e-bikes too fast and keep the mentally unstable better behaved (they will hang out elsewhere if there is police present). - Enforcement is key and needs to be budgeted for.
- More police.

9. Solidify the car-free promenade current status.
- Avoid regressive changes that jeopardize the vision of a car-free pedestrian friendly State Street.
- No cars on 1300 block, no cars on 1200 or 1100 blocks - We don’t need to drive on State Street. We can park on Anacapa and Chapala. - Remove “temporary” street restaurant seating.
- Move parking to garages and lots.

10. Fix De La Guerra Plaza.
- De La Guerra and then north and south from there.
- De La Guerra now.

11. Get micro-transit up and down State Street now.
- Shuttle
9 - Return full-sized shuttle operations on State Street, daily, from Pier to Victoria and back.

Schedules to be determined by days of week & peak visitation periods.

12. Also, what about side streets?
- Maintenance on the perpendicular streets – anyone coming downtown has to park on the perpendicular streets in parking lots or garages. The garage on Ortega gets a ton of traffic…walking from the garage on Ortega to State Street is an embarrassment…it smells of urine, there is trash that has been laying about for weeks and there is homeless sleeping in the vacant doorways at 7:45pm in the evening. Graffiti is not cleaned up in a timely manner.

There should be twice a month power washing scheduled for these blocks. Property owners that do not take care of their buildings (either trash or graffiti) should be billed and clean it up for them.
- Need to pay more attention to cross streets off State and create vibrant core for all of downtown, not only on State.

13. Widen sidewalks on the 13th block. Reverse 2-way traffic at 13th block to just one way again and make it permanent.
- For now, put 1300 block back to one way with the longer-term goal of no traffic eventually having a beautiful Theater District Plaza in front of the Arlington Theater that is pedestrian only with no traffic.

14. Employees can’t afford to work downtown and park. This should be a priority. Essential to reduce parking fees for employees.
- Eliminate parking charges or reduce them to $1/hour after 2 hours free.

15. Allow bikes as there is bike parking.
- Experiment with ways to slow down cyclists but definitely continue to allow them.

16. Need Target / Whole Foods.

17. Plant more native canopy trees.

18. Stacking and packing low-income households will not make State Street a successful retail corridor.

19. Please “do away” with adaptation of full permit required for parking lot seal and stripe.

20. There needs to be clear demarcation of enter / exit zones.

21. Listen to the stakeholders and City constituents, and not the loud by tiny minority.

22. Re-establish a real business development manager position.

23. Eliminate street vendors from Arts, De La Guerra, and Entertainment Districts. *Any physical changes to the right-of-way, including temporary changes, must be evaluated for stormwater impacts, which may require physical adjustments. 1 DRAFT Action Plan
17 September 2024
The process of completing the State Street Master Plan (SSMP), developing related capital projects, securing the necessary financial resources, and beginning construction of right-of-way improvements is expected to take up to ten years. The purpose of this plan is to identify near-term action items to transition the Promenade out of its temporary interim configuration and to a configuration that is reflective of the design concept for the State Street Master Plan, that addresses concerns with the interim configuration, and that continues to enable experimentation and pilot programs to inform future decision-making.

This document identifies potential action items and estimated timeframes for completion.

Many action items require additional analysis and study to determine feasibility prior to implementation. This is intended to be a “living document”, with action items added or changed as needs evolve.

1. STATE STREET MASTER PLAN
Goal: Deliver draft and final SSMP documents. Develop funding and implementation strategies.

Action Item Timeframe

1.A Circulate a draft of the State Street Master Plan. 6 Months

1.B Evaluate revisions to Title 31 and/or repeal of certain sections and provide a report to Council by the end of FY 2025.
12 Months

1.C Research options for an Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District (EIFD).
• Meet with cities that have formed EIFDs to understand pros/cons and implementation pitfalls.
• Hire financial advisor to perform preliminary economic feasibility assessment of EIFD concept.
12 Months
3 months
3-6 months

2. ROADWAY CONFIGURATION
Goal: Transition the interim Promenade towards the roadway configuration anticipated in the proposed Master Plan design concept.

Action Item Timeframe

2.A Re-open the 1000 -1300 blocks to traffic consistent with Master Plan vision.
6-12
months

3. SAFETY
ATTACHMENT 4
*Any physical changes to the right-of-way, including temporary changes, must be evaluated for stormwater impacts, which may require physical adjustments. 2 Goal: Create a Promenade that feels safe for all users. Encourage safe cycling and pedestrian behavior, experiment with design concepts for both shared facilities and separation of users. Facilitate public safety, especially when crowds are present.

Maintain first responder vehicle access.

Action Item Timeframe

3.A Utilize internal e-bike safety working group to collaborate on strategies to address concerns associated with use of e-bikes.

Efforts will include:
• Education
• Engineering
• Regulation
• Enforcement
• Location of new bike lanes
In
Progress

3.B Begin elimination of the use of water and concrete traffic barriers on State Street.
6 Months

3.C Implement a pilot program on 1-2 blocks to create physical separation between bicycle and pedestrian spaces.
9-12
Months

3.D Develop and implement a strategy to add additional lighting that can be activated late at night.
18 Months

4. SIDEWALKS
Goal: Create additional space for outdoor dining and other activations by increasing sidewalk space.

Action Item Timeframe

4.A Propose revised sidewalk width requirements in the Master Planning Area and bring action item to Council within 12 months. 12 Months

4.B Pilot reduction or elimination of non-tree landscaping on at least one block to allow for additional outdoor dining space (possibly the 1000 or 1200 block).*
6-12
Months

4.C Pilot the “pedlet” concept on the 500 block.*
• Install “pedlet” sidewalk extenders along the 500 block and work with businesses to relocate all outdoor dining
equipment so that it is adjacent to storefronts; remove other structures from the right of way.
• Pedlet example: https://modstreet.co/pedlet/
6-12
Months

4.D Work with the new CBID and Public Works to remove all obsolete and non-conforming newspaper racks from State Street
3-6 Months
*Any physical changes to the right-of-way, including temporary changes, must be evaluated for stormwater impacts, which may require physical adjustments. 3 5. OUTDOOR DINING
Goal: Facilitate outdoor dining that is consistent with the aesthetics of El Pueblo Viejo.

Maintain accessibility for people with disabilities.

Action Item Timeframe

5.A Standardize the appearance of dining furniture. Obtain HLC approval for 4-5 pre-approved options.
• Businesses can still choose to go through the process of approval if they want unique or different dining furniture. 6 Months

5.B Evaluate the cost and feasibility of having the City purchase outdoor dining furniture to lease or loan to restaurants. 6 Months

5.C Eliminate Outdoor Business Facilities. Where feasible, allow restaurants to expand sidewalk dining provided pedestrians can be re-routed via “pedlets.” Ensure compliance with HLC-approved standards for sidewalk dining.*
12 Months

5.D Update the Outdoor Dining License Agreement Ordinance and program as needed.
12 Months

6. AMENITIES
Goal: Expand public amenities to attract visitors and create a welcoming, comfortable community space.

Action Item Timeframe

6.A Increase the amount of public seating not tied to any business or restaurant, particularly in the 700-800 blocks. Consider addition of park-like public dining spaces. Ensure with CBID that public, nonbusiness related outdoor furniture is locked and secured each evening.
6 Months

6.B Explore the possibility of adding small modular play spaces for children near stores and retailers that cater to children.* 12 Months

6.C Explore the possibility of creating a locker-style lending library program.*
18 Months

6.D Other suggestions for amenities in the 700-800 block for exploration*:

1. Installation of temporary musical performance space

2. Installation of a kiosk for a non-profit showcase

3. Installation of a portable, demonstration kitchen
*Any physical changes to the right-of-way, including temporary changes, must be evaluated for stormwater impacts, which may require physical adjustments. 4 7. SHUTTLE SERVICE AND ASSISTED MOBILITY
Goal: Improve the accessibility of State Street by providing new transit and mobility services.

Action Item Timeframe

7.A Encourage the operation of pedicabs on State Street. • Analyze regulatory changes to reduce the barrier of entry into the pedicab business while ensuring that businesses and residents are not negatively impacted by activities of unpermitted or unregulated operators.
• Explore the possibility of expanding Cycling Without Age. • Explore the feasibility of a partnership with Trek/B-Cycle. 6 Months

7.B Pilot a golf cart transportation program on State Street and to and from City parking areas using City resources and staff. 6 Months

7.C Analyze the cost effectiveness and feasibility of providing funding to MTD for a shuttle service.
6 Months

7.D Explore the feasibility of subsidizing ride-share services to provide transportation to the Promenade.
12 Months

7.E Evaluate the cost and feasibility of providing mobility scooters for in City parking lots to assist disabled visitors with accessing the Promenade.
12 Months

7.F Review possibility of creating CBID operated valet program for State Street, with designated valet zones and use of public and private lots
12 Months

8. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Goal: Improve the economic vitality of Downtown. Leverage City resources through public-private partnerships.

Action Item Timeframe

8.A Research formation of an Economic Development Corporation (EDC), which is an arm of the City organization. The EDC should work closely with the new CBID to attract new capital, mixed used development, and businesses to State Street. Bring discussion item to Finance Committee.
6 - 9
Months

8.B Explore creating a wayfinding app for Downtown businesses and parking in partnership with the CBID or Santa Barbara South 18 Months
*Any physical changes to the right-of-way, including temporary changes, must be evaluated for stormwater impacts, which may require physical adjustments. 5 Coast Chamber of Commerce (or better publicize existing web based resources physically throughout downtown).

8.C Collaborate with the local real estate and business community to identify and implement 1-3 leasing/vacancy strategies for State Street.
• This could include: a grant/loan program for tenant
improvements or outdoor dining spaces; process changes
or streamlining for the permitting process; facade
assistance programs; or others.
12 months

9. SUSTAINABILITY
Goal: Support the City’s climate, air quality, and water quality goals. Create cool, inviting spaces. Pilot concepts for inclusion in the SSMP.

Action Item Timeframe

9.A Add greenery.*
• Temporary rain garden demonstrations.
• Prioritize native plants for SSMP designs and pilot
installations.
• Experiment with creating “tiny forests” with potted trees. • Seek opportunities for green walls and plant-based art installations.
• Pilot pop-up parks.
• Explore the feasibility of a temporary nature trail.
• Conduct a tree inventory to determine which trees are diseased and might need to be replaced
• Begin campaign where fresh water usage in restaurants and bars can be collected and used to water plants and
shrubs at the end of each evening.
6-12
Months

9.B Evaluate stormwater management options to improve water quality while facilitating redevelopment.*
• Explore potential SWMP program incentives to assist State St redevelopment projects to meet their tier goals.
• Explore the feasibility of creating an in-lieu program for stormwater mitigation.
• Explore the feasibility of publicly-installed stormwater infrastructure.
• Within 12 months, bring a discussion item back to Council with options for consideration and further direction.
12 Months

10. CLEANLINESS AND MAINTENANCE
Goal: Improve the cleanliness of Downtown.
*Any physical changes to the right-of-way, including temporary changes, must be evaluated for stormwater impacts, which may require physical adjustments. 6 Action Item Timeframe

10.A Coordinate cleaning services with the new Downtown CBID to avoid duplication and maximize coverage.
6 Months

10.B Ensure that regular pressure washing of the sidewalks is implemented to effectively clean public spaces without damaging sidewalks and other infrastructure. Purchase necessary
equipment to facilitate enhanced cleaning. Coordinate such services with the new CBID management corporation.
6 Months

10.C Continue to work on formation of the new Downtown Community Benefit Improvement District (CBID).
• Form an Interim Board followed by a permanent Board.
• Secure a City seat on the Board.
• City to work with Board to finalize the first-year action plan.
12 Months

11. ACTIVATIONS
Goal: Create a vibrant public space and support events and activities that draw people downtown.

Action Item Timeframe

11.A Explore the feasibility of hosting some types of parades on State Street. Develop pre-approved parameters for event types suitable for this location.
6 Months

11.B Explore the possibility of hosting rotating theme blocks. 6 Months

11.C Continue to support and expand regular events hosted through the Downtown Organization (or successor), including dance classes, sporting activities, and other events.

Ongoing

11.D Continue to support public art installations. Explore opportunities for additional public art, especially temporary, local pop-up installations in the 800-900 blocks.

Ongoing