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CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING - MAY 11, 1987
RECREATION HALL - 7:00 P.M.
ROLL CALL
INVOCATION - REVEREND DONALD CAREY, PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD - Members of the audience wishing to address the
Council on matters other than scheduled hearing items may do so when recog-
nized by the Mayor, by 'standing and stating their name and address. Com-
ments should normally be limited to three minutes.
DECLARATION OF FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
A. CONSENT CALENDAR
Unless an item is pulled for separate action by the City Council to discuss
under New Business, the following actions are approved without discussion.
A-1 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES OF THE ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING OF APRIL 23,
1987, AND THE REGULAR MEETING OF APRIL 27, 1987
A-2 RESOLUTION NO. 55-87 AWARDING CONTRACT FOR BID NO. RP 87-111; PURCHASE
OF CUSTODIAL VAN
A-3 AWARD OF THE CONTRACT FOR PROJECT NO. PW 86-07; PUMPING LINE REALIGN-
MENT/REPLACEMENT (HIGHWAY 1 AND ATASCADERO ROAD) (PULLED)
A-4 AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR 1987 WEED ABATEMENT SERVICES
A-5 RESOLUTION NO. 52-87 APPROVING AGREEMENT BETWEEN CITY OF MORRO BAY AND
ROSS HALE, ET AL, FOR MAINTENANCE OF FENCE (HARBOR STREET AND MONTEREY
AVENUE)
A-6 AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR PROJECT NO. PW 86-06; SIDEWALK REPLACEMENT
PROJECT
A-7 SET DATE TO INTERVIEW COMMUNITY PROMOTIONS COMMITTEE APPLICANTS
A-8 NOTICE OF COMPLETION OF PROJECT NO. RP 86-02; VETERAN'S MEMORIAL HALL
RENOVATION (GENERAL CONSTRUCTION)
A-9 APPROVAL OF MAP FOR TRACT MAP 1367, "VISTA DEL SOL" CONDO SUBDIVISION
(SEQUOIA AND MAIN STREET)
A-10 RESOLUTION NO. 53-87 ACCEPTING A GRANT OF STORM DRAIN EASEMENT AS CON-
DITION OF APPROVAL FOR TRACT 1367 (SEQUOIA AND MAIN STREET)
A-11 PROCLAMATION DECLARING MAY 11-17, 1987 "NATIONAL POLICE WEEK", AND MAY
15, 1987 "POLICE MEMORIAL DAY"
A-12 PROCLAMATION DECLARING MAY 1987 "CALIFORNIA NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH MONTH"
A-13 PROCLAMATION DECLARING MAY 17-23, 1987 "TRAFFIC SAFETY WEEK"
A-14 REJECTION OF LIABILITY CLAIM (JUNE LEAL)
B. PUBLIC HEARINGS, REPORTS & APPEARANCES
B-1 PUBLIC HEARING ON CONVENIENCE OF PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION LICENSE FOR
TAXI CAB OPERATION (ASHMAN, APPLICANT)
B-2 PUBLIC HEARING ON APPEALS OF NOTICE TO ABATE WEEDS
B-3 PUBLIC HEARING ON ASSIGNMENT OF LIBRARY BUILDING AND CLEARANCE OF
OCCUPANCY PERMIT CONDITIONS BY THE MORRO BAY FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY,
INC. TO THE CITY OF MORRO BAY; RESOLUTION NO. 57-87 ACCEPTING LIBRARY
BUILDING
B-4 RESOLUTION NO. 58-87 DELETING THE WATER EQUIVALENCY TRANSFER DEED
RESTRICTION
B-5 PUBLIC HEARING ON APPROVAL OF CITY LEASE WITH ASSOCIATED PACIFIC CON-
STRUCTORS, LEASE SITE NO. 51/51W (PULLED)
C. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
C-1 ORDINANCE NO. 303 ALTERING LOCATION AND TIME OF CITY COUNCIL REGULAR
MEETINGS - SECOND READING AND ADOPTION
C-2 RECREATION AND PARKS COMMISSION REPORT REGARDING HARBOR FESTIVAL
ORGANIZATION
D. NEW BUSINESS
D-1 RESOLUTION NO. 59-87 AWARDING CONTRACT FOR MORRO BAY HOUSEHOLD HAZ-
ARDOUS WASTE MATERIALS PICKUP DAY (6 JUNE 1987)
D-2 DISCUSSION OF MUNICIPAL CODE PROVISIONS ALLOWING CONVERSION OF APART-
MENTS TO CONDOMINIUMS
D-3 REPORT ON STATUS OF STATE PARKS DEPARTMENT MASTER PLANNING PROGRAM
E. CLOSED SESSION
E-1 GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9(A) - LITIGATION
A. LOPERENA VS. CITY OF MORRO BAY
B. JENNINGS VS. CITY OF MORRO BAY
C. CABRILLO VS. CITY OF MORRO BAY
D. DOMENGHINI VS. CITY OF MORRO BAY
F. ADJOURNMENT
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MINUTES - MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING - MAY 11, 1987
RECREATION HALL - 7:00 P.M.
Mayor Reddell called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
VC)T.T. CAT.T,
PRESENT: Dale Reddell
Jim Miller
Jeff Odell
Rose Marie Sheetz
ABSENT: John Lemons
STAFF: Gary Napper
Judy Skousen
Bill Farrel
Forrest Henderson
Dave Howell
Nick Nichols
Steve Wolter
Bernie Zerr
Ardith Davis
Mayor
Councilmember
Councilmember
Councilmember
Councilmember
City Administrator
City Attorney
Community Dev. Dir.
Asst. to City Admin.
Police Chief
Dir. of Public Works
Recreation & Parks Dir.
Fire Chief
Deputy City Clerk
Reverend Bob McCullagh gave the invocation; and Horace Strong led
the Pledge of Allegiance.
PUBLIC COMMENT
1. Charles Palmer requested he be placed on the next City
Council meeting agenda to discuss possible sources of water. He
said he would need approximately 15 minutes, and then time to
answer any questions.
DECLARATION OF FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
1. Councilmember Miller requested an agenda item be sched-
uled for the June 8th meeting to discuss the concept of a Police
Commission.
He also required a stop and desist order should be issued to the
contractor of the motel at the corner of Beach and Main Street.
They over -built into the adjoining property owner's property, and
to rectify the situation, they cut the timbers in half.
2. Councilmember Sheetz requested an item be scheduled
for the last meeting in June to discuss sidewalk sales for mer-
chants, and requested staff provide a comparative analysis of
other community practices.
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3. Councilmember Sheetz also requested an item be sched-
uled to discuss recreational vehicles and enforcement of the 2-
hour parking limit on Morro Bay Blvd. during summer months. She
remarked she had suggested this item two (2) years ago.
A. CONSENT CALENDAR
A-1 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING_ OF APRIL 23,
1987, AND THE REGULAR MEETING OF APRIL 27, 1987
Mr. Napper recommended the minutes be approved as submitted.
A-2 RESOLUTION NO. 55-87 AWARDING CONTRACT FOR BID NO. RP _87-
111; PURCHASE OF CUSTODIAL VAN
Mr. Napper recommended Council adopt Resolution No. 55-87 award-
ing the bid to Rancho Grande Motors in the amount of $11,318.89.
A-3 AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR PROJECT NO. PW 86-7; PUMPING LINE _RE-
ALIGNMENT/REPLACEMENT (HIGHWAY 1 AND ATASCADERO ROAD)
(PULLED)
A-4 AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR 1987 WEED ABATEMENT SERVICES
Mr. Napper recommended Council adopt Resolution No. 60-87 award-
ing the bid to Jack R. Bridwell of Atascadero.
A-5 RESOLUTION NO.52-87 APPROVING AGREEMENT BETWEEN CITY OF
MORRO BAY AND ROSS HALE, _ET AL, FOR MAINTENANCE OF FENCE
(HARBOR STREET AND MONTEREY AVENUE)
Mr. Napper requested Council amend the agreement to delete the
word "safe" on page one in the third paragraph of the agreement,
and delete the rest of the sentence after "Harbor Street". Also,
on the second page of the agreement (paragraph B.1) the word
"the" in the second line should replaced with the words "all rel-
evant"; and the words "of Title 8, Health and Safety" be deleted
after the word "provisions" also in the second sentence.
Mr. Napper recommended Council adopt Resolution No. 52-87, and
authorize the Mayor to execute the amended agreement.
A-6 AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR PROJECT NO. PW 86-06; SIDEWALK RE-
PLACEMENT PROJECT _
Mr. Napper recommended Council award the contract to George
Garcia and Sons in the amount of $24,245.13.
A-7 _SET DATE TO INTERVIEW_ COMMUNITY PROMOTIONS COMMITTEE
APPLICANTS !�
Mr. Napper recommended Council set May 26th at 6 a 30 p.m. in the
City Hall Conference Room to interview applicants for the Commu-
nity Promotions Committee.
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A-8 NOTICE OF COMPLETION OF PROJECT NO. _RP 86-02; VETERAN'S
MEMORIAL HALL RENOVATION (GENERAL CONSTRUCTION)
Mr. Napper recommended Council accept the project as complete,
and authorize the City Clerk to record the Notice of Completion.
A-9 APPROVAL OF _MAP FOR TRACT _MA_P_1367, "VISTA DEL SOL" CONDO
SUBDIVISION�(SEQUOIA AND MAIN STREET)
Mr. Napper recommended Council approve the Map as complete, and
authorize the City Clerk to sign the appropriate documents.
A-10 RESOLUTION NO._5_3-87 AC_C_E_P_T_ING A GRANT OF STORM DRAIN EASE-
MENT AS CONDITION OF APPROVAL FOR TRACT 1367 (SEQUOIA AND
MATM R T'RRRT I �-
Mr. Napper recommended Council adopt Resolution No. 53-87 accept-
ing the easement.
A-11 PROCLAMATION DECLARING_ MAY11-17, 1987 "NATIONAL POLICE
WEEK, AND MAY 15, 1987 "POLICE MEMORIAL DAY'
A-12 _WPROCLAMATION DECLARING MAY 1987 "CALIFORNIA NEIGHBORHOOD
ATCH MONTH"
A-13 PROCLAMATION DECLARING MAY 17-23, 1987 "TRAFFIC SAFETY WEEK"
Mr. Napper recommended Council authorize the Mayor to sign the
proclamations, and order the flags to half-mast on May 15th in
honor of "Police Memorial Day".
A-14 REJECTION OF LIABILITY CLAIM (DUNE -ZEAL
Mr. Napper recommended Council reject the claim, and direct the
City Clerk to send the rejection notice.
Mayor Reddell requested Item A-9 be pulled from the agenda and
considered under New Business.
MOTION: Councilmember Sheetz moved for the approval of the Con-
sent Calendar as recommended and amended by the City
Administrator, except for Item A-9. The motion was
seconded by Councilmember Miller and unanimously
carried. (4-0)
B. PUBLIC HEARINGS, REPORTS & APPEARANCES
B-1 PUBLIC HEARING ON CONVENIENCE _OF PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION
LICENSE FOR TAXI CAB OPERATION (ASHMAN, APPLICANT)
Mr. Napper stated the Police Department has reviewed Mr. Ashman's
application to operate a taxicab service in the City. Staff does
not believe there is a conflict with the City's Dial -a -Ride oper-
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ation since the taxi service will cost considerably more than
Dial -a -Ride, and it provides transportation on a 24-hour basis,
making it available when Dial -a -Ride is not operational.
He noted the suggestion by the City's risk management insurance
agent to require $1 million auto liability insurance naming the
City as additional insured. Councilmember Miller asked what in-
surance limits are provided by Dial -a -Ride and required in the
Code for taxicab? Mr. Nichols responded that Dial -a -Ride pro-
vides $1,000,000/$5,000,000; Mr. Napper indicated the Municipal
Code suggests $100,000 for taxicab operations, but the Code also
permits Council to raise the limits. He suggested Council con-
sider amending the Resolution to allow the insurance requirements
be approved by the City Administrator; Councilmember Miller re-
marked it is the job of the Council, not the Administrator, to
decide this issue.
Mayor Reddell opened the hearing to the public. Al Ashman, ap-
plicant, stated he was having difficulty obtaining the $1 million
insurance. He had located a firm to provide him with this
amount; however, he believes it will be a very expensive policy.
He suggested Council lower the amount required to $200,000.
MOTION® Councilmember Sheetz moved the hearing be closed to the
public. The motion was seconded by Councilmember
Miller and unanimously carried. (4-0)
Councilmember Sheetz asked what the jeopardy would be to the City
if we require less than $1 million insurance. Judy Skousen
stated $100,000 or $200,000 would not begin to cover the types of
lawsuits initiated and awarded today.
Councilmember Miller questioned why the City doesn't require in-
surance on all businesses licensed through the City. Ms. Skousen
stated the business license is a tax and the City doesn't regu-
late the business. She noted the City requires $1 million insur-
ance on all new City lease sites.
MOTION® Councilmember Miller moved the City require $250,000
insurance on the taxicab operation.
The motion failed for lack of a second.
Mr. Napper noted Council's responsibility is to guard the public
trust; should there be an accident, it will not be just a
$250,000 lawsuit and plaintiffs will sue the City to recover dam-
ages. He noted Mr. Ashman did not say he couldn't obtain the in-
surance, just that the premium might be too high.
Councilmember Miller believed the $1 million requirement to be
too high. He said the taxi operation will be advantageous for
the City in that it will be available to transport people to
their homes who who have been drinking, thereby keeping them off
the streets and potentially causing accidents.
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MOTION: Councilmember Sheetz moved this matter be continued un-
til such time as the applicant can provide more details
regarding insurance coverage and premium costs. The
motion was seconded by Councilmember Miller and unani-
mously carried. (4-0)
B-2 PUBLIC HEARING ON APPEALS OF NOTICE TO ABATE WEEDS
Mr. Napper stated this is the opportunity for property owners to
appeal the notice to abate weeds on their parcels. They are re-
quired to remove the weeds by May 31st; if their parcels are not
cleaned, the City will begin abatement June 1st and charge the
property owners on their tax bill.
Mayor Reddell asked what the average cost to a property owner is
for the City to abate the weeds; Mr. Nichols stated approximately
$90.00.
Mayor Reddell opened the hearing to the public.
Dave Martin, 1234 Bolton, asked if the City will be raking the
weeds after they are cut. Mr. Nichols stated removal is required
by the contract to remove the weeds the same day they are cut.
He noted many property owners are mowing their own lots this
year, and the City has no control on their removal of the weeds.
The Department will try to address concerns as they occur.
Councilmember Sheetz asked the Sun -Bulletin reporter to indicate
in his article the City wants property owners who mow their own
lots to remove the cuttings as well.
MOTION: Councilmember Sheetz moved the hearing be closed to the
public. The motion was seconded by Councilmember
Miller and unanimously carried. (4-0)
No action required, as no appeals were received.
B-3 PUBLIC HEARING ON ASSIGNMENT OF LIBRARY BUILDING AND CLEAR-
ANCE OF OCCUPANCY PERMIT CONDITIONS BY THE MORRO BAY FRIENDS
OF THE LIBRARY, INC. TO THE CITY OF MORRO BAY;_ RESOLUTION
NO. 57-87 ACCEPTING LIBRARY BUILDING
Mr. Napper stated the Friends have completed their occupancy per-
mit conditions and now desire for the City to accept the building
from the Friends and assume the sublease agreement for operation
of the library by the County of San Luis Obispo. The only out-
standing item is the parcel map, which staff suggests can be pre-
pared in conjunction with realignment of Kennedy Way for the Com-
munity Center. The Friends have deposited $300 with the City as
their share in the process. Mr. Napper recommended Council ac-
cept the building from the Friends with gratitude and
appreciation.
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Mayor Reddell opened the hearing to the public; there were no
comments and the hearing was closed.
Councilmember Sheetz stated the City owes a great debt of grati-
tude to Jane Bailey for being the driving force behind the con-
struction of the new library.
MOTION: Councilmember Sheetz moved for the adoption of Resolu-
tion No. 57-87. The motion was seconded by Councilmem-
ber Miller and unanimously carried. (4-0)
B-4 RESOLUTION NO. 58-87 DELETING THE WATER EQUIVALENCY TRANSFER
DEED RESTRICTION
Judy Skousen reviewed the deed restriction requirement currently
placed on owner -occupied residences as a condition to receiving
priority water equivalencies through the pipeline replacement
program. The proposed resolution deletes this requirement which
is in the operating procedures of the Community Development De-
partment; it also deletes any deed restrictions currently in
effect.
Councilmember She I etz questioned the "numerous complaints" about
this restriction cited in the Resolution. Ms. Skousen stated the
Council and the Community Development Department have received
complaints. Mr. Farrel did not know if there were "numerous"
complaints, but stated there has certainly been activity in the
area of requesting waivers to the requirement.
Mayor Reddell asked about the legality of the deed restriction;
Ms. Skousen stated in her opinion it is unenforceable, and would
probably be found invalid by the court if challenged.
Mayor Reddell opened the hearing to the public; there were no
comments and the matter was brought back to Council.
MOTION: Councilmember Miller moved for the adoption of the City
Attorney's recommendation and Resolution No. 58-87.
The motion was seconded by Councilmember Odell and car-
ried on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Miller, Odell, Reddell
NOES: Sheetz
ABSENT: Lemons
B-5 PUBLIC HEARING ON APPROVAL OF CITY LEASE WITH ASSOCIATED
PACIFIC CONSTRUCTORS, —LEASE-SITE NO. 51/51W (PULLED)
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C. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
C-1 ORDINANCE NO. 303 ALTERING LOCATION AND TIME OF CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETINGS - SECOND READING AND ADOPTION
Mr. Napper stated this is the second and final reading of Ordi-
nance No. 303 which establishes Council meetings to be held in
the Veterans Memorial Hall, and meetings to begin at 6:00 p.m.
If adopted this evening, the Ordinance will be in effect for the
second Council meeting in June.
MOTION: Councilmember Miller moved Ordinance No. 303 be read by
title and number only. The motion was seconded by
Councilmember Odell and unanimously carried. (4-0)
Mr. Napper read Ordinance No. 303 by title and number.
MOTION: Councilmember Odell moved for the adoption of Ordinance
No. 303 as second and final reading. The motion was
seconded by Councilmember Miller and unanimously
carried. (4-0)
C-2 RECREATION AND PARKS COMMISSION REPORT REGARDING HARBOR FES-
TIVAL ORGANIZATION
Steve Wolter reviewed this item and the Recreation and Parks Com-
mission consideration of Staff's recommendations. The Commis-
sioner's final recommendation is a 4-year phase -out period, and
allow the Harbor Festival Committee use of the Morro Rock Capital
Improvement Fund up to and including the 1988 Harbor Festival.
Councilmember Miller asked how much is in the Morro Rock Improve-
ment Fund, and Mr. Wolter said approximately $10,000. Coun-
cilmember Miller was concerned if the Committee is allowed to use
these funds, they will not be returned and the money set aside
for Morro Rock improvements will be gone; he said this is one
area in Morro Bay that sorely needs improvements.
There was considerable discussion regarding funding the Harbor
Festival; it was noted $9800 is annually budgeted for the Harbor
Festival which includes staffing requirements.
Mayor Reddell questioned Mr. Wolter regarding Harbor Festival fi-
nances in recent years, and noted the Harbor Festival had not ac-
tually made money in the past. Mayor Reddell was in favor of al-
lowing the Committee use of the funds under the criteria they
will return the funds at the end of the event.
MOTION: Councilmember Miller moved the $10,000 in the Morro
Rock Improvement Fund be frozen, but approve the recom-
mendation for phasing the Harbor Festival from the City
structure by 1990. The motion was seconded by Coun-
cilmember Sheetz.
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Mr. Napper requested Council amend the motion to freeze the Morro
Rock Improvement Fund rather than establishing the amount, since
it is not known exactly how much money is in the account.
Councilmember Miller amended his motion to freeze the
Morro Rock Capital Improvement Fund. Councilmember
Sheetz accepted the amendment and the motion carried on
the following roll call vote:
AYES: Miller, Odell, Sheetz
NOES: Reddell
ABSENT: Lemons
Councilmember Odell stated if the Committee reaches a point where
they need additional funding, they should approach Council with a
specific amount. He indicated he would act favorably to such a
request, but agreed with Councilmember Miller that once a fund is
used for a purpose, it generally is not replaced. Mr. Napper
noted the motion requires 4-year City phase -out to be accom-
plished at the conclusion of Harbor Festival 1990.
D. NEW BUSINESS
D-1 RESOLUTION NO. _5_9-87 _AWA_R_D_I_N_G_ CONTRACT FOR MORRO BAY HOUSE-
HOLD HAZARDOUSWASTEMATERIALS PICKUP DAY (6� JUNE 1987)
Fire Chief Zerr reviewed the Hazardous Waste Materials Pickup Day
which will be held June 6th on City property at Chorro Creek
Road. The program is designed to give Morro Bay citizens an op-
portunity to dispose of hazardous household wastes in a safe man-
ner. Bids for disposing of these wastes were received, and Chief
Zerr recommends Council adopt Resolution No. 59-87 awarding the
contract to N.G. Chemical Company.
Mr. Napper noted Morro Bay is the first community in the County
to undertake such an activity. He stated the program cannot ac-
cept explosives; however, the County Bomb Task Force will be
available to receive those items should people wish to dispose of
them. Councilmember Miller commended Chief Zerr for putting this
program together; other cities will be watching our success.
MOTION: Councilmember Miller moved for adoption of Resolution
No. 59-87. The motion was seconded by Councilmember
Sheetz and unanimously carried. (4-0)
D-2 DISCUSSION OF MUNICIPAL CODE PROVISIONS ALLOWING CONVERSION
OF APARTMENTS TO CONDOMINIUMS
Bill Farrel explained the process of converting multi -family
structures from apartments to condominiums thereby allowing indi-
vidual ownership of the condominiums. He reviewed the City's
historical experience with recent condominium conversions.
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There was considerable discussion regarding this process. Coun-
cilmember Odell asked if the Planning Commission looks more fa-
vorably on apartment or condominium developments. Mr. Farrel
stated staff favors apartments because they provide much -needed
affordable housing.
Mayor Reddell asked questions regarding the difference between
applying for an apartment development vs. a condominium develop-
ment. Mr. Farrel stated it is possible to receive approval for
apartments faster because condominiums require parcel or tract
maps.
Mayor Reddell believes some developers obtain apartment permits
and water, and then convert to condominiums because the apartment
permit is initially easier to obtain. It should be more diffi-
cult to convert apartments to condominiums once an individual re-
ceives a permit for apartments.
Councilmember Sheetz asked if the 1979 Code provisions regulating
conversion are being strictly adhered to, because they were not
following in the Ironwood Apartment conversion. Bill Farrel re-
sponded that to his knowledge, the provisions are now fully
enforced.
MOTION: Councilmember Sheetz moved the matter return to staff
to draw up new criteria and options to regulate apart-
ment conversions to condominiums. The motion was sec-
onded by Councilmember Miller and unanimously carried.
(4-0)
D-3
REPORT ON STATUS OF STATE PARKS DEPARTMENT MASTER PLANNING
PROGRAM
Mr. Farrel reviewed the process the State Department of Parks and
Recreation is pursuing to develop a Master Plan for their park
units in this area. He said the process is moving slowly and
suggested Council request a hearing be held in Morro Bay when the
draft Plan is ready for public review.
There was discussion regarding the State's attempt to close the
lower road through the State Park; Mr. Farrel stated this is ba-
sically for ecological reasons to protect the Park from the im-
pacts of traffic, but the City has historically opposed it.
It was decided the Mayor would direct a letter to the Department
requesting a meeting in Morro Bay once the draft Master Plan is
ready for review.
A-9 APPROVAL OF MAP FOR TRACT MAP 1367, "VISTA DEL SOL" CONDO
SUBDIVISION (SEQUOIA AND- MAIN STREET)
Mayor Reddell was in favor of deferring action on this item until
Council receives the information requested on condominium conver-
sions. Ms. Skousen stated it is too late to add any conditions
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on this project; the only question is whether or not it has met
the conditions placed on it when it was given Tentative Map
approval.
Bill Farrel advised this project was not technically a condo-
minium conversion. The developer initially applied for a permit
for an apartment complex, and then dropped that application and
went through the entire process to obtain a permit for
condominiums.
Comments were also heard from Brad Gilson, one of the project's
developers from Paso Robles.
MOTION: Councilmember Sheetz moved for approval of the map for
Tract 1367. The motion was seconded by Councilmember
Miller and unanimously carried. (4-0)
E. CLOSED SESSION
MOTION: Councilmember Sheetz moved the meeting adjourn to
Closed Session. The motion was seconded by Councilmem-
ber Miller and unanimously carried. (4-0)
Mayor Reddell announced Council was adjourning to Closed Session
to discuss litigation in accordance with Government Code Section
54956.9(a) regarding the following cases:
L2pfrena vs. �gj:ty of Morro Bay
Jennings vs. City of Morro Bay
Cabrillo vs. City of Morro Bay
D2pfnghini vs. Cityof Morro Bay
The meeting adjourned to Closed Session at 9:00 p.m.
F. ADJOURNMENT
MOTION: Councilmember Sheetz moved the meeting adjourn to Tues-
day, May 26, 1987 at 6:30 p.m. in the City Hall Confer-
ence Room to interview applicants for Community Promo-
tions Committee. The motion was seconded by Coun-
cilmember Miller and unanimously carried. (4-0)
The meeting adjourned at 10:40 p.m.
Recorded by:
Aaallb
ARDITH DAVIS
Deputy City Clerk