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CITY OF SANTA BARBARA
C\J\ COUNCIL MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
4495 PILIKOA STREET HANALEI, HI 96714
COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 735 ANACAPA STREET
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Randy Rowse called the meeting to order at 2:05 p.m. (The Finance Committee met at 12:00 p.m. The Ordinance Committee, which ordinarily meets at 12:00 p.m., did not meet this day.)
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Rowse.
ROLL CALL
Councilmembers present: Eric Friedman, Alejandra Gutierrez, Oscar Gutierrez, Meagan Harmon, Mike Jordan, Kristen W. Sneddon, Mayor Randy Rowse.
Councilmembers absent: None.
Staff present: City Administrator Kelly McAdoo, City Attorney Sarah J. Knecht, City Clerk Services Manager Sarah German.
Councilmember Jordan appeared via teleconference from the 4495 Pilikoa Street, Hanalei address.
CEREMONIAL ITEMS
1. Subject: Junior League of Santa Barbara's 100th Anniversary (120.04) Action: Proclamation presented by Mayor Randy Rowse and received by JenniElise Ramirez.
CHANGES TO THE AGENDA
City Administrator Kelly McAdoo stated that there were no changes to the agenda. 11/19/2024 Santa Barbara City Council Minutes Page 1 of 18 CONSENT CALENDAR (Item Nos. 2-4, 6 -13)
The titles of the Ordinances and Resolutions were read.
Motion:
Vote:
2. 3.
4. Councilmembers Friedman/Harmon to approve the Consent Calendar as recommended, excepting Item 5.
Unanimous roll call vote.
Subject: Minutes (000. 00)
Recommendation: That Council waive reading and approve the minutes for the regular meetings of October 1, October 8, October 15, October 22, and October 29, 2024.
Action: Approved the recommendation.
Subject: Amending Chapter 18.40 and Repealing Section 2.12.035 of the Municipal Code Pertaining to Airport Police and Enforcement [Ordinance Adoption] (560. 01)
Recommendation: That Council adopt, by reading of title only, an Ordinance of the Council of the City of Santa Barbara Amending Chapter 18.40 and Repealing Section 2. 12. 035 of the Municipal Code Pertaining to Airport Police and Enforcement.
Action: Approved the recommendation; Ordinance No. 6165.
Subject: Authorization to Apply for a California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) Prohousing Designation [Resolution] (660. 01)
Recommendation: That Council adopt, by reading of title only, a Resolution of the Governing Body of the City of Santa Barbara Authorizing Application to and Participation in the Prohousing Designation Program.
Action: Approved the recommendations; Resolution No. 24-127 (November 19, 2024, report from the Community Development Director; proposed Resolution). 11/19/2024 Santa Barbara City Council Minutes Page 2 of 18
6. Subject: Increase in Construction Contract Change Order Authority for the Carrillo Gymnasium Renewal Project [Resolution; Agreement] (570.07) Recommendation: That Council:
A. Authorize an increase in the Public Works Director's Change Order Authority to approve expenditures for extra work on the Carrillo Gymnasium Renewal Project, with McGillivray Construction Inc., Contract No. 28, 556, in the amount of $450, 000, for a total contract expenditure authority of cost of $2,772,982; and
B. Adopt, by reading of title only, a Resolution of the Council of the City of Santa Barbara Amending Resolution No. 24-066, Adopting the Budget for Fiscal Year 2025, to Appropriate Funds for the Construction of the Carrillo Gymnasium Renewal Project.
Action: Approved the recommendations; Resolution No. 24-128; Agreement No. 28, 556. 1 (November 19, 2024, report from the Public Works Director; proposed Resolution).
7. Subject: Private Property Agreement and the Appropriation of General Fund Disaster Reserves for Emergency Repairs on Las Alturas Road [Resolution; Agreement] (530. 01)
Recommendation: That Council:
A. Authorize the Public Works Director to enter into an Agreement, subject to Approval by the City Attorney, with the Property Owner of 1037 Las Alturas Road (APN 019-113-018) for the demolition of structures a nd the restoration of Las Alturas Road due to landslide activity that began in March 2024; and B. Adopt, by reading of title only, a Resolution of the Council of the City of Santa Barbara Amending Resolution No. 24-066, Adopting the Budget for Fiscal Year 2025, to Appropriate General Fund Disaster Reserves for Unanticipated Emergency Repairs on Las Alturas Road.
Action: Approved the recommendations; Resolution No. 24-129; Agreement No. 28,591 (November 19, 2024, report from the Public Works Director; proposed Resolution).
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8. Subject: Fiscal Year 2025 First-Quarter Review [Resolution] (250.02) Recommendation: That Council:
A. Receive a report from staff on the status of revenues and expenditures in relation to budget for the three months ended September 30, 2024; B. Accept the Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 Interim Financial Statements for the three months ended September 30, 2024;
C. Adopt, by reading of title only, a Resolution of the Council of the City of Santa Barbara Amending Resolution 24-066 to Approve Proposed FirstQuarter (Q1) Adjustments to FY2025 Revenue and Expenditure Appropriations as Detailed in the Attached Schedule of Proposed Q1 Adjustments; and
D. Adopt, by reading of title only, a Resolution of the Council of the City of Santa Barbara Amending Position Salary Control Resolution 24-110 for Authorized Positions for Fiscal Year 2025. The Human Resources Department Requests Council Approval for the Following Adjustments, Including the Following Position Changes. Changes are Effective November 30, 2024.
Action: Approved the recommendations; Resolution Nos. 24-130 and 24-131 (November 19, 2024, report from the Finance Director; proposed Resolutions).
9. Subject: Contract for Public Art Project Management Services for De La Guerra Plaza Revitalization Project [Agreement] (570.07) Recommendation: That Council authorize the Public Works Director to execute the City Professional Services Agreement with The Environment Makers for public art project management services for a total, not-to-exceed time and materials contract, in the amount of $208,050 for the De La Guerra Plaza Revitalization Project.
Action: Approved the recommendation; Agreement No. 28, 589 (November 19, 2024, report from the Public Works Director).
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11. Subject: Professional Services Agreement with Campbell-Hill Aviation Group, LLC for Air Service Development Services [Agreement] (560. 09) Recommendation: That Council approve and authorize the Airport Director to execute a Professional Services Agreement with Campbell-Hill Aviation Group, LLC for specialized air sen/ice consulting and analysis for Santa Barbara Airport, in an amount not to exceed the sum of $677,387 for years one through three (FY2025 - FY2027), and, if extended, the first year extension option shall not exceed $244, 095 in FY2027-2028 and the second year extension option shall not exceed $253,859 in FY2028-2029.
Action: Approved the recommendation; Agreement No. 28, 590 (November 19, 2024, report from the Airport Director).
12. Subject: Housing Rehabilitation Loan Program Grant for $430, 000 to the Housing Authority of the City of Santa Barbara for Santa Barbara Green Mobile Home Park Located at 1200 Punta Gorda Street (610.05) Recommendation: That City Council approve the allocation of appropriations in the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Housing Rehabilitation Loan Program (HRLP) in the amount of $430, 000 to fund a request from the Housing Authority of the City of Santa Barbara (HACSB) for a $430, 000 grant for the rehabilitation of the property owned by 2nd Story Associates Mobile Homes, LLC, an instrument of HACSB, located at 1200 Punta Gorda Street (Property); and authorize the Community Development Director to execute such agreements and related documents, subject to approval as to form by the City Attorney.
Action: Approved the recommendation; (November 19, 2024, report from the Community Development Director).
13. Subject: Set a Date for Public Hearing Regarding Parks and Recreation Commission's Approval for 300-800 Blocks of East Anapamu Street (570. 08) Recommendation: That Council:
A. Set the date of January 14, 2025, at 2:00 p. m., for hearing the appeal filed by Richard Closson, Cheri Rae, and Emma Brinkman; and
B. Set the date of January 13, 2025, at 1:30 p. m., for a site visit to the property located at 305 East Anapamu Street.
Action: Approved the recommendations.
11/19/2024 Santa Barbara City Council Minutes Page 5 of 18
REPORT FROM THE FINANCE COMMITTEE
Finance Committee Chair Alejandra Gutierrez reported that Finance Committee considered the Housing Rehabilitation Loan Program Grant for $430, 000 to the Housing Authority for Santa Barbara Green Mobile Home Park located at 1200 Punta Gorda Street, considered the amendments to the schedule of penalties, fees, and services charges related to sewer service connections, and considered the Fiscal Year 2025 first quarter review.
GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENT
Members of the Public: Mike Weissman; Anita Samaha; Clint Orr; Marc Chytilo; Mary Ellen Brooks; Charlie Carnow
PULLED CONSENT ITEMS
5. Subject: Contracts for Construction of the Laguna Stormwater Pump Station and Tide Gate Renewal Project [Resolution; Agreement] (540.06) Recommendation: That Council:
A. Award a contract with Cushman Contracting Corporation, in their low bid amount of $5,036,400 for construction of the Laguna Stormwater Pump Station and Tide Gate Renewal Project, Bid No. 3959; and authorize the Public Works Director to execute the contract and approve expenditures up to $503,640 to cover any cost increases that may result from contract change orders for extra work and differences between estimated bid quantities and actual quantities measured for payment; for a total expenditure authority of $5,540,040;
B. Authorize the Public Works Director to execute an Amendment to the agreement with DCME Inc., in the amount of $438, 300 for construction management services of the Laguna Stormwater Pump Station and Tide Gate Renewal Project and authorize $43,830 for potential extra services, for a total expenditure authority of $482,130; and
C. Adopt, by reading of title only, a Resolution of the Council of the City of Santa Barbara Amending Resolution No. 24-066, Adopting the Budget for Fiscal Year 2025, to Appropriate Funds for the Laguna Stormwater Pump Station and Tide Gate Renewal Project.
Documents:
November 19, 2024, report from the Public Works Director.
Powerpoint prepared and presented by staff.
Proposed Resolution.
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5. Subject: Contracts for Construction of the Laguna Stormwater Pump Station and Tide Gate Renewal Project [Resolution; Agreement] (540.06) (CONT'D) Speakers:
Staff: City Engineer Brian D'Amour
Members of the Public: Marc Chytilo.
Motion:
Councilmembers A. Gutierrez/0. Gutierrez to approve the staff recommendations; Resolution No. 24-123; Agreement Nos. 28, 584; 28, 592.
Vote:
Unanimous roll call vote.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENT REPORTS
Councilmember Sneddon reported on their attendance at the following events or made the following comments: 1. COMB meeting.
CITY COUNCIL ADMINISTRATIVE AND ATTORNEY REPORTS
MAYOR AND COUNCIL REPORTS
14. Subject: Appointments to City Advisory Groups (140. 05) Recommendation: That Council make appointments to the City's Advisory Groups.
Documents:
November 19, 2024, report from the City Administrator
Speakers:
Staff: Deputy City Clerk Norma Welche.
Air ort Commission:
Nominees: Stephen Greig, Craig Alexander, Paul Bowen, Craig Bennett; Joel Sullivan First Vote:
For Craig Alexander: Councilmembers Friedman, Jordan, A Gutierrez For Craig Bennett: Councilmember Sneddon
For Paul Bowen: Councilmembers Harmon and Sneddon
For Stephen Greig: Councilmembers Friedman, Jordan, A. Gutierrez, Harmon, 0. Gutierrez, Rowse
For Joel Sullivan: Councilmember 0. Gutierrez
11/19/2024 Santa Barbara City Council Minutes Page 7 of 18 Air art Commission cont'd
Second Vote:
For Craig Alexander: Councilmembers Jordan, A. Gutierrez, Friedman.
For Paul Bowen: Councilmembers Sneddon, Harmon, 0. Gutierrez, Rowse
Appointments:
Stephen Greig was appointed to the Airport Commission, Qualified Elector of the County category, with a term expiring December 31, 2028. Paul Bowen was appointed to the Airport Commission, Qualified Elector of the County category, with a term expiring December 31, 2028.
Architectural Board of Review
Motion:
Vote:
Councilmembers Harmon/Friedman to reappoint by acclamation Lauren Anderson, David Black, Steve Nuhn, and Richard Six.
Unanimous voice vote.
Appointments:
Lauren Anderson was appointed to the Architectural Board of Review, Licensed Architect (City) category, with a term expiring December 31, 2028. David Black was appointed to the Architectural Board of Review, Professional Qualifications (City) category, with a term expiring December 31, 2028. Steve Nuhn was appointed to the Architectural Board of Review, Licensed Architect (City) category, with a term expiring December 31, 2028. Richard Six was appointed to the Architectural Board of Review, Licensed Architect (City) category, with a term expiring December 31, 2028.
Arts Adviso Committee
Motion:
Vote:
Councilmembers Sneddon/Friedman to appoint by acclamation Xochtil Tafoya.
Unanimous voice vote.
Appointment:
Xochitl Tafoya was appointed to the Arts Advisory Committee, City/County Resident category, with a term expiring December 31, 2028. 11/19/2024 Santa Barbara City Council Minutes Page 8 of 18 Buildin and Fire Code Board of A eals
Motion:
Vote:
Councilmembers Friedman/Harmon to reappoint John Maloney.
Unanimous voice vote.
Appointment:
John Maloney was appointed to the Building and Fire Code Board of Appeals, City/County Resident Category, with a term expiring June 30, 2028.
Citizens' Oversi ht Commission:
Nominees: Amber Marie Caldwell, Joanna Kaufman, Chris Cline.
Vote:
For Amber Marie Caldwell: Councilmembers 0. Gutierrez, Friedman, Jordan, A. Gutierrez, Rowse
For Chris Cline: Councilmember 0. Gutierrez, Friedman, Jordan, Sneddon, A Gutierrez, Harmon, Rowse
For Joanna Kaufman: Councilmembers Sneddon, Harmon
Appointments:
Amber Marie Caldwell was appointed to the Citizens' Oversight Commission, Qualified Elector of City category, with a term expiring December 31, 2026. Chris Cline was appointed to the Citizens' Oversight Commission, Representative of the Hospitality Community (City) category, with a term expiring December 31 , 2026.
Communit Develo ment and Human Services Committee
Motion:
Vote:
Councilmembers Friedman/A. Gutierrez to appoint by acclamation Jennifer Diaz.
Unanimous voice vote.
Appointment:
Jennifer Diaz was appointed to the Community Development and Human Services Committee, Housing Authority category, with a term expiring December 31 , 2028. 11/19/2024 Santa Barbara City Council Minutes Page 9 of 18 Communit Events and Festivals Committee
Motion:
Vote:
Councilmembers Sneddon/Harmon to appoint by acclamation Kerstin Caujolle.
Unanimous voice vote.
Appointment:
Kerstin Caujolle was appointed to the Community Events and Festivals Committee, Cultural Arts category, with a term expiring December 31 , 2027.
Downtown Parkin Committee
Motion:
Vote:
Councilmembers Sneddon/Friedman to reappoint Matt La Brie and appoint Michael Ramsay, by acclamation.
Unanimous voice vote.
Appointments:
Matt La Brie was reappointed to the Downtown Parking Committee, Qualified Elector of the City category, with a term expiring December 31, 2028. Michael Ramsay was appointed to the Downtown Parking Committee, Qualified Elector of the City category, with a term expiring December 31, 2028.
Fire and Police Commission
Motion:
Vote:
Councilmembers Friedman/A. Gutierrez to reappoint by acclamation Daniel Herlingerand Gary Hill.
Unanimous voice vote.
Appointments:
Daniel Herlinger was reappointed to the Fire and Police Commission, Qualified Elector of the City category, with a term expiring December 31, 2028. Gary Hill was reappointed to the Fire and Police Commission, Qualified Elector of the City category, with a term expiring December 31, 2028.
11/19/2024 Santa Barbara City Council Minutes Page 10 of 18 Harbor Commission
Motion:
Vote:
Councilmembers Friedman/A. Gutierrez to reappoint by acclamation Adam Stanowick.
Unanimous voice vote.
Appointment:
Adam Stanowick was reappointed to the Harbor Commission, Qualified Elector of the City Category, with a term expiring December 31, 2028.
Historic Landmarks Commission
Motion:
Vote:
Councilmembers Sneddon/A. Gutierrezto reappoint Anthony Grumbine and Edwin Lenvik, and appoint Thomas Sekula, by acclamation.
Unanimous voice vote.
Appointments:
Anthony Grumbine was reappointed to the Historic Landmarks Commission, Professional Architectural Historian (Non-City) category, with a term expiring December 31, 2028. Edwin Lenvik was reappointed to the Historic Landmarks Commission, Licensed Architect (City) category, with a term expiring December 31, 2028. Thomas Sekula was appointed to the Historic Landmarks Commission, Public at Large (City) category, with a term expiring December 31, 2028.
Libra Board
Motion:
Vote:
Councilmembers Friedman/Sneddon to reappoint by acclamation Margaret Crocco.
Unanimous voice vote.
Appointment:
Margaret Crocco was reappointed to the Library Board, Qualified Elector of the City category, with a term expiring December 31, 2028.
11/19/2024 Santa Barbara City Council Minutes Page 11 of 18 Metro olitan Transit District Board:
Nominees: lan Baucke, Sullivan Israel, Jen Lemberger, David Tabor.
Vote:
For lan Baucke: Councilmember 0. Gutierrez
For Sullivan Israel: Councilmember 0. Gutierrez
For Jen Lemberger: Councilmembers Jordan, Sneddon, A. Gutierrez, Harmon, Friedman, Rowse
For David Tabor: Councilmembers Jordan, Sneddon, A. Gutierrez, Harmon, Friedman, Rowse
Appointments:
Jen Lemberger was reappointed to the Metropolitan Transit District Board, Representative of the City category, with a term expiring March 6, 2029. David Tabor was reappointed to the Metropolitan Transit District Board, Representative of the City category, with a term expiring March 6, 2029.
Nei hborhood Adviso Council
Motion:
Vote:
Councilmembers 0. Gutierrez/A. Gutierrez to appoint Ray Fazendin, Sullivan Israel, Joanna Kaufman, and Peter Smith, by acclamation.
Unanimous voice vote.
Appointments:
Ray Fazendin was appointed to the Neighborhood Advisory Council, Lower Eastside Neighborhood Representative category, with a term expiring December 31, 2026. Sullivan Israel was appointed to the Neighborhood Advisory Council, Eastside Neighborhood Representative category, with a term expiring December 31, 2026.
Nei hborhood Adviso Council
Appointments (cont'd):
Joanna Kaufman was appointed to the Neighborhood Advisory Council, Laguna Neighborhood Representative category, with a term expiring December 31, 2027.
Peter Smith was appointed to the Neighborhood Advisory Council, Westside Neighborhood Representative category, with a term expiring December 31, 2026. 11/19/2024 Santa Barbara City Council Minutes Page 12 of 18 Parks and Recreation Commission
Motion:
Vote:
Councilmembers Friedman/Sneddon to reappoint Nichol dark, and appoint Rob Nielsen, John Price, and Michael Ramsay, by acclamation.
Unanimous voice vote.
Appointments:
Nichol dark was reappointed to the Parks and Recreation Commission, Qualified Elector of the City category, with a term expiring December 31, 2028. Rob Nielsen was appointed to the Parks and Recreation Commission, Qualified Elector of the City category, with a term expiring December 31, 2025. John Price was appointed to the Parks and Recreation Commission, Qualified Elector of the City category, with a term expiring December 31, 2026. Michael Ramsay was appointed to the Parks and Recreation Commission, Qualified Elector of the City category, with a term expiring December 31, 2028.
Plannin Commission:
Nominees: Jason Dominguez, Teri Jory, Benjamin Peterson, Lesley Wiscomb Vote:
For Jason Dominguez: CouncilmemberA. Gutierrez
For Teri Jory: Councilmembers 0. Gutierrez, A. Gutierrez For Benjamin Peterson: Councilmembers Harmon, 0. Gutierrez, Friedman, Jordan, Sneddon, Rowse
For Lesley Wiscomb: Councilmembers Harmon, Friedman, Jordan, Sneddon, Rowse
Appointments:
Benjamin Peterson was appointed to the Planning Commission, Qualified Elector of the City category, with a term expiring December 31, 2028. Lesley Wiscomb was reappointed to the Planning Commission, Qualified Elector of the City category, with a term expiring December 31, 2028.
11/19/2024 Santa Barbara City Council Minutes Page 13 of 18 Rental Housin Mediation Board:
Nominees: Richard Axilrod, Danielle Broder, Justin Dullum, Cindy McCann Vote:
For Richard Axilrod: Councilmembers 0. Gutierrez, Friedman, Jordan, A. Gutierrez, Rowse
For Danielle Broder: Councilmembers 0. Gutierrez, Friedman, Jordan, Sneddon, A. Gutierrez, Harmon, Rowse
For Justin Dullum: Councilmembers 0. Gutierrez, Friedman, Jordan, Sneddon, A. Gutierrez, Harmon, Rowse
For Cindy McCann: Councilmembers 0 Gutierrez, Friedman, Jordan, Sneddon, A. Gutierrez, Harmon, Rowse
Appointments:
Richard Axilrod was reappointed to the Rental Housing Mediation Board, Landlord Mediator (City) category, with a term expiring December 31, 28. Danielle Broder was appointed to the Rental Housing Mediation Board, Tenant Mediator (City) category, with a term expiring December 31, 2027. Justin Dullum was reappointed to the Rental Housing Mediation Board, Homeowner Mediator (City) category, with a term expiring December 31 , 2028. Cindy McCann was reappointed to the Rental Housing Mediation Board, Homeowner Mediator (City) category, with a term expiring December 31, 2028.
Santa Barbara Youth Council
Nominees: Nicholas Gaston, Erick Gonzalez, Rumi Jahangir-Arshad, Victoria Martinez Vote:
For Nicholas Gaston: Councilmembers Friedman, Jordan, Harmon, 0.
Gutierrez, Rowse
For Erick Gonzalez: Councilmembers Sneddon, A. Gutierrez For Rumi Jahangir-Arshad: Councilmembers Friedman, Jordan, Harmon, 0. Gutierrez, Rowse
For Victoria Martinez: Councilmembers Sneddon, A. Gutierrez Appointments:
Nicholas Gaston was appointed to the Santa Barbara Youth Council, SBHS Student (City) category, with a term expiring June 30, 2026. Rumi Jahangir-Arshad was appointed to the Santa Barbara Youth Council, SMHS Student (County) category, with a term expiring June 20, 2025.
11/19/2024 Santa Barbara City Council Minutes Page 14 of 18 Sin Ie Famil Desi n Board
Motion:
Vote:
Councilmembers Sneddon/A. Gutierrez to appoint by acclamation Christopher Richards.
Unanimous voice vote.
Appointments:
Christopher Richards was appointed to the Single Family Design Board, Licensed Architect (City) category, with a term expiring June 30, 2027.
Sister Cities Board
Motion:
Vote:
Councilmembers 0. Gutierrez/Sneddon to reappoint Margaret Saavedra and appoint Mary McMahon, by acclamation.
Unanimous voice vote.
Appointments:
Margaret Saavedra was reappointed to the Sister Cities Board, City Resident category, with a term expiring December 31, 2028. Mary McMahon was appointed to the Sister Cities Board, County Resident category, with a term expiring December 31, 2028.
Trans ortation and Circulation Committee:
Nominees: lan Baucke, Sullivan Israel, Sarah Siedschlag, Thomas Trappier Vote:
For lan Baucke: Councilmembers Harmon, 0. Gutierrez, Friedman, Jordan, Rowse
For Sullivan Israel: Councilmember 0. Gutierrez
For Sarah Siedschlag: Councilmembers A. Gutierrez, hlarmon, Friedman, Jordan, Sneddon, Rowse
For Thomas Trappier: Councilmember A. Gutierrez
Appointments:
lan Baucke was appointed to the Transportation and Circulation Committee, City Resident category, with a term expiring December 31, 2028. Sarah Siedschlag was reappointed to the Transportation and Circulation Committee, City Resident category, with a term expiring December 31, 2028.
11/19/2024 Santa Barbara City Council Minutes Page 15 of 18 Water Commission
Nominees: Coray Snyder, David Davis.
Motion:
Vote:
Councilmembers Sneddon/Friedman to reappoint David Davis and Cora Snyder.
Unanimous roll call vote.
Appointments:
David Davis was reappointed to the Water Commission, Qualified Elector of the City category, with a term expiring December 31, 2028. Cora Snyder was reappointed to the Water Commission, Qualified Elector of the City category, with a term expiring December 31 , 2028.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
15. Subject: Appeal of Planning Commission's Approval of the 101 Garden Street Hotel Project (640.07)
Recommendation: That Council:
A. Deny the appeals and uphold Planning Commission's decision making the findings set forth in Section IV of the Council Agenda Report dated October 1, 2024, subject to the conditions of approval contained in the Planning Commission Resolution No. 003-24 with an amendment to condition of approval D.2.fto allow water use for the project to be 16.67 AFY; and B. Direct staff to return to Council with a Decision and Findings Resolution reflecting the outcome of the appeals.
Documents:
November 19, 2024, report from the Community Development Director.
Speakers:
Staff: Assistant City Attorney Tava Ostrenger; Project Planner Kathleen Kennedy; Project Planner Julia Pujo.
Motion:
Vote:
Councilmembers Sneddon/0. Gutierrez to uphold the appeal based on the request for supplemental or new environmental impact report with a request that staff bring back a resolution containing findings.
Failed to carry by roll call vote (Noes: Councilmembers Friedman, Jordan, A. Gutierrez, Harmon, Rowse; Ayes: Councilmembers Sneddon, 0.
Gutierrez.)
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15. Subject: Appeal of Planning Commission's Approval of the 101 Garden Street Hotel Project (640. 07) (CONT'D)
Motion:
Vote:
Councilmembers Friedman/Jordan to deny the appeals and approve the project making the findings set forth in Section IV of the Council Agenda Report, subject to the conditionals of approval in the Planning Commission Resolution with an amendment to condition of approval D.2.fto allow water use for the project site to be 16. 67 AFY, and an additional $500, 000 to the Local Housing Trust Fund; and direct staff to return to council with a resolution reflecting the outcome of the appeal and facts and findings reflecting Council's decision.
Majority roll call vote (Noes: Councilmembers Sneddon, 0. Gutierrez)
COUNCIL AND STAFF COMMUNICATIONS
COUNCILMEMBER ENGAGEMENTS
- Councilmember hlarmon reported on their attendance at the following events or made the following comments: 1. Coastal Commission meeting regarding offshore pipeline work recording available.
- Councilmember 0. Gutierrez reported on their attendance at the following events or made the following comments: 1 . Women's Political Committee Cosmopolitics event;
2. Pride event at the Wine Collective; 3. SABOR insurance discussion; 4. SBIFF Theater Tour; 5. UCSB Economic Forecast Project event; 6. NAACP meeting; 7.
Access Advisory Committee meeting; 8. Organic Soup Kitchen anniversary; 9. Strong Towns meeting; 10. Police Station groundbreaking; 11. Condolences on the loss of Molly Culver.
- Councilmember Friedman reported on their attendance at the following events or made the following comments: 1. SBIFF Theater Tour; 2. Zoo Director retirement reception; 3. Heal the Ocean event; 4. Molly Culver memorial event; 5. Police Station groundbreaking.
- Councilmember Sneddon reported on their attendance at the following events or made the following comments: 1. Heal the Ocean; 2. County of Santa Barbara Arts Fund show reception; 3. Organic Soup Kitchen anniversary; 4. Helene Schnieder birthday well-wishes.
- Mayor Rowse reported on their attendance at the following events or made the following comments: 1. Read from historical document regarding meeting procedures.
PUBLIC COMMENT (IF NECESSARY)
No one wished to speak.
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ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Rowse adjourned the meeting at 4:05 p. m.
Approved and adopted by the City Council of the City of Santa Barbara on December 10, 2024.
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