City Council
Regular MeetingBuellton, CA · October 24, 2019
Minutes
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CITY OF BUELLTON
CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
Regular Meeting of October 24, 2019
City Council Chambers, 140 West Highway 246
Buellton, California
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Sierra called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
Present: Council Members Dave King, Art Mercado, and John Sanchez,
Vice Mayor Ed Andrisek and Mayor Holly Sierra
Staff: City Manager Scott Wolfe, City Attorney Greg Murphy, Public
Works Director Rose Hess, Finance Director Shannel Zamora,
Planning Director Andrea Keefer, Contract City Planner Irma
Tucker, Deputy Jose Alvarez, and City Clerk Linda Reid
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Michael Baker, CEO of the United Boys and Girls Clubs of Santa Barbara County spoke
about the success of their programs in the Valley.
Randy Haggard, Ph.D., Superintendent of Buellton Union School District provided an
update regarding Buellton Schools.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. Minutes of October 10, 2019 Regular City Council Meeting
2. List of Claims to be Approved and Ratified for Payment to Date for Fiscal Year
2019/20
3. Monthly Treasurer’s Report – September 30, 2019
4. Filing of an Amended 2019-20 Claim with the Santa Barbara County Association of
Governments (SBCAG) for State Transit Assistance (STA) Fund 2018-19
Apportionments
City Council Meeting Minutes Page 2 October 24, 2019
MOTION:
Motion by Council Member King, seconded by Council Member Mercado, approving
Consent Calendar Items 1 through 4 as listed.
VOTE:
Motion passed by a roll call vote of 5-0.
Council Member King – Yes
Council Member Mercado – Yes
Council Member Sanchez - Yes
Vice Mayor Andrisek – Yes
Mayor Sierra – Yes
PRESENTATIONS
None
PUBLIC HEARINGS
5. Resolution No. 19-20 – “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Buellton,
California, Approving a One-Year Time Extension (19-TE-02) Request for
Conditional Use Permit (12-CUP-01) and Tentative Tract Map (TTM 31056) for the
Meritage Senior Living Project, Located on Jonata Park Road (Assessor Parcel
Numbers 099-400-064, 099-400-065 and 099-400-069 (offsite portion))”
RECOMMENDATION:
That the City Council consider adoption of Resolution No. 19-20.
STAFF REPORT:
Planning Director Keefer presented the staff report.
DOCUMENTS:
Staff report with attachments as listed in the staff report.
SPEAKERS/DISCUSSION:
Mayor Sierra opened the public hearing. There being no speakers, Mayor Sierra closed
the public hearing.
MOTION:
Motion by Vice Mayor Andrisek, seconded by Council Member King approving
Resolution No. 19-20 – “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Buellton,
California, Approving a One-Year Time Extension (19-TE-02) Request for Conditional
Use Permit (12-CUP-01) and Tentative Tract Map (TTM 31056) for the Meritage Senior
Living Project, Located on Jonata Park Road (Assessor Parcel Numbers 099-400-064,
099-400-065 and 099-400-069 (offsite portion))”
City Council Meeting Minutes Page 3 October 24, 2019
VOTE:
Motion passed by a roll call vote of 5-0.
Council Member King - Yes
Council Member Mercado – Yes
Council Member Sanchez – Yes
Vice Mayor Andrisek - Yes
Mayor Sierra – Yes
6. Ordinance No. 19-03 – “An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Buellton,
California, Considering Revisions to Title 19 (Zoning) of the Buellton Municipal
Code (19-ZOA-01) Relating to Accessory Dwelling Units, Amending Sections:
19.02.110, 19.04.142, 19.12.020, 19.16.010, 19.16.014, 19.16.020, Deleting Title and
Text of Section 19.06.180, and Replacing with New Title (Accessory Dwelling Units)
and Text” (Introduction and First Reading)
RECOMMENDATION:
That the City Council consider the introduction and first reading of Ordinance No. 19-03.
STAFF REPORT:
Contract City Planner Tucker provided the staff report.
DOCUMENTS:
Staff report with attachments as listed in the staff report.
SPEAKERS/DISCUSSION:
Mayor Sierra opened the public hearing. There being no speakers, Mayor Sierra closed
the public hearing.
The City Council discussed the following issues:
Allowing residents with lots smaller than 8,000 square feet to submit an ADU
application prior to the effective date of Ordinance No. 19-03, which would be
December 14, 2019
Allowing a variance for residents with smaller lots to build an ADU on their
property
MOTION:
Motion by Council Member Mercado, seconded by Council Member King approving the
introduction and first reading of Ordinance No. 19-03 – “An Ordinance of the City
Council of the City of Buellton, California, Considering Revisions to Title 19 (Zoning) of
the Buellton Municipal Code (19-ZOA-01) Relating to Accessory Dwelling Units,
Amending Sections: 19.02.110, 19.04.142, 19.12.020, 19.16.010, 19.16.014, 19.16.020,
Deleting Title and Text of Section 19.06.180, and Replacing with New Title (Accessory
Dwelling Units) and Text” by title only and waive further reading.
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VOTE:
Motion passed by a roll call vote of 4-1, with Council Member Sanchez voting no.
Council Member King - Yes
Council Member Mercado – Yes
Council Member Sanchez – No
Vice Mayor Andrisek - Yes
Mayor Sierra – Yes
COUNCIL MEMBER COMMENTS/ITEMS
Council Member Sanchez thanked the City Clerk for registering Council Members for the
annual League of California Cities Conference in Long Beach.
Vice Mayor Andrisek thanked the Santa Barbara County Fire Department for hosting the
Pancake breakfast on October 12. Vice Mayor Andrisek also thanked Steve Lykken and
volunteers for hosting the Deuces on 101 Car Show at Zaca Creek Golf Course on
October 12. Mr. Andrisek announced that the event raised $17,000, which will be
distributed to local non-profit agencies.
Vice Mayor Andrisek announced that he attended the Economics of Energy Summit at
Root 246 and asked that Council pass a resolution supporting balanced energy solutions
and maintaining local control of energy solutions and he provided a sample resolution for
the record.
Vice Mayor Andrisek announced he attended the Ventura County Housing Conference
and provided an oral report regarding the meeting.
Mayor Sierra stated she attended the Quarterly Awards at Vandenberg Air Force Base
today. Mayor Sierra thanked staff for registering Council Members for the annual
League of California Cities Conference in Long Beach and stated there was a lot of good
information provided.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
None
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Council Member King announced that he, Council Members Mercado and Sanchez,
Mayor Sierra, and City Manager Wolfe attended the League of California Cities Annual
Conference in Long Beach and provided an oral report regarding the event.
Council Member Mercado announced he attended the Buellton Chamber of Commerce
Board meeting and provided an oral report regarding the meeting.
City Council Meeting Minutes Page 5 October 24, 2019
BUSINESS ITEMS
7. Ordinance No. 19-02 – “An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Buellton,
California, Amending Municipal Code Title 19 (Zoning) Related to Certain
Commercial Cannabis Activities” (Second Reading)
RECOMMENDATION:
That the City Council consider adoption of Ordinance No. 19-02.
STAFF REPORT:
City Manager Wolfe provided the staff report.
DOCUMENTS:
Staff report with attachments as listed in the staff report.
MOTION:
Motion by Council Member King, seconded by Council Member Mercado approving
Ordinance No. 19-02 – “An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Buellton,
California, Amending Municipal Code Title 19 (Zoning) Related to Certain Commercial
Cannabis Activities” by title only and waive further reading.
VOTE:
Motion passed by a roll call vote of 5-0.
Council Member King - Yes
Council Member Mercado – Yes
Council Member Sanchez – Yes
Vice Mayor Andrisek - Yes
Mayor Sierra – Yes
8. Consideration of Adoption of Santa Ynez Valley Bicycle Master Plan
RECOMMENDATION:
That the City Council consider adoption of the Santa Ynez Valley Bicycle Master Plan
for goals, policies, and projects associated with the City of Buellton.
STAFF REPORT:
Public Works Director Hess presented the staff report.
SPEAKERS/DISCUSSION:
Michael Becker, Planning Director at Santa Barbara County Association of Governments
(SBCAG) discussed the Santa Ynez Valley Bicycle Master Plan.
City Council Meeting Minutes Page 6 October 24, 2019
The following individuals spoke in support of the Santa Ynez Valley Bicycle Master
Plan:
Kirk and Christy Nordgren, Buellton
Corey Evans, Solvang
Lance Hansen, Buellton
Gary Douville, Santa Ynez
Mike Hecker, Santa Ynez
Efren Padilla, Buellton
The City Council discussed the following issues:
Buellton’s Bicycle Plan being included in the Santa Ynez Valley Bicycle Master
Plan
Cyclists’ safety requirements
Cyclists’ riding etiquette
DOCUMENTS:
Staff report with attachments as listed in the staff report.
MOTION:
Motion by Council Member Sanchez, seconded by Council Member King, adopting the
Santa Ynez Valley Bicycle Master Plan for goals, policies, and projects associated with
the City of Buellton.
VOTE:
Motion passed by a roll call vote of 5-0.
Council Member King – Yes
Council Member Mercado – Yes
Council Member Sanchez - Yes
Vice Mayor Andrisek – Yes
Mayor Sierra – Yes
9. Consideration of a New Contract with Metro Ventures Ltd. for Irma L. Tucker to
Provide Professional Planning Services
RECOMMENDATION:
That the City Council authorize the City Manager to enter into a new contract for
Contract Planning Services with Metro Ventures Ltd. for a period of one year, at a rate of
$81.00 per hour, for a maximum of 1040 hours.
STAFF REPORT:
Planning Director Keefer presented the staff report.
SPEAKERS/DISCUSSION:
The City Council discussed the cost of funding contractors and staff’s careful review of
these expenditures.
City Council Meeting Minutes Page 7 October 24, 2019
DOCUMENTS:
Staff report with attachments as listed in the staff report.
MOTION:
Motion by Council Member Mercado, seconded by Council Member King, authorizing
the City Manager to enter into a new contract for Contract Planning Services with Metro
Ventures Ltd. for a period of one year, at a rate of $81.00 per hour, for a maximum of
1040 hours.
VOTE:
Motion passed by a roll call vote of 5-0.
Council Member King – Yes
Council Member Mercado – Yes
Council Member Sanchez - Yes
Vice Mayor Andrisek – Yes
Mayor Sierra – Yes
CITY MANAGER’S REPORT
City Manager Wolfe provided an informational report to the City Council.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Sierra adjourned the regular meeting at 7:45 p.m. The next regular meeting of the
City Council will be held on Thursday, November 14, 2019 at 6:00 p.m.
_________________________________
Holly Sierra
Mayor
ATTEST:
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Linda Reid
City Clerk
Agenda
CITY OF BUELLTON
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
Regular Meeting of October 24, 2019 at 6:00 p.m.
City Council Chambers, 140 West Highway 246
Buellton, California
Materials related to an item on this agenda, as well as materials submitted to the City Council after
distribution of the agenda packet, are available for public inspection in the Office of the City Clerk, located
at 107 West Highway 246, during normal business hours.
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Holly Sierra
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
Council Members Dave King, Art Mercado, John Sanchez, Vice Mayor Ed Andrisek, and
Mayor Holly Sierra
REORDERING OF AGENDA
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Speaker Slip to be completed and turned in to the City Clerk prior to commencement of meeting. Any person may
address the Council on any subject pertaining to City business, including all items on the agenda not listed as a Public
Hearing, including the Consent Agenda and Closed Session. Limited to three (3) minutes per speaker. By law, no
action may be taken at this meeting on matters raised during Public Comments not included on this agenda. Public
Speakers using a translator are allotted a total of six (6) minutes to speak, unless simultaneous translation equipment is
used.
CONSENT CALENDAR (ACTION)
The following items are considered routine and non-controversial and are scheduled for consideration as a group. Any
Council Member, the City Attorney, or the City Manager may request that an item be withdrawn from the Consent
Agenda to allow for full discussion. Members of the Public may speak on Consent Agenda items during the Public
Comment period.
1. Minutes of October 10, 2019 Regular City Council Meeting
2. List of Claims to be Approved and Ratified for Payment to Date for Fiscal Year
2019/20
3. Monthly Treasurer’s Report – September 30, 2019
(Staff Contact: Finance Director Shannel Zamora)
City Council Meeting Agenda Page 2 October 24, 2019
4. Filing of an Amended 2019-20 Claim with the Santa Barbara County Association of
Governments (SBCAG) for State Transit Assistance (STA) Fund 2018-19
Apportionments
(Staff Contact: Finance Director Shannel Zamora)
PRESENTATIONS
PUBLIC HEARINGS (POSSIBLE ACTION)
5. Resolution No. 19-20 – “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Buellton,
California, Approving a One-Year Time Extension (19-TE-02) Request for
Conditional Use Permit (12-CUP-01) and Tentative Tract Map (TTM 31056) for the
Meritage Senior Living Project, Located on Jonata Park Road (Assessor Parcel
Numbers 099-400-064, 099-400-065 and 099-400-069 (offsite portion))”
(Staff Contact: Planning Director Andrea Keefer)
6. Ordinance No. 19-03 – “An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Buellton,
California, Considering Revisions to Title 19 (Zoning) of the Buellton Municipal
Code (19-ZOA-01) Relating to Accessory Dwelling Units, Amending Sections:
19.02.110, 19.04.142, 19.12.020, 19.16.010, 19.16.014, 19.16.020, Deleting Title and
Text of Section 19.06.180, and Replacing with New Title (Accessory Dwelling Units)
and Text” (Introduction and First Reading)
(Staff Contact: Contract City Planner Irma Tucker)
COUNCIL MEMBER COMMENTS/ITEMS
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
Written communications are included in the agenda packets. Any Council Member, the City Manager or
City Attorney may request that a written communication be read into the record.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
This Agenda listing is the opportunity for Council Members to give verbal Committee Reports on any
meetings recently held for which the Council Members are the City representatives thereto.
BUSINESS ITEMS (POSSIBLE ACTION)
7. Ordinance No. 19-02 – “An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Buellton,
California, Amending Municipal Code Title 19 (Zoning) Related to Certain
Commercial Cannabis Activities” (Second Reading)
(Staff Contact: City Manager Scott Wolfe)
8. Consideration of Adoption of Santa Ynez Valley Bicycle Master Plan
(Staff Contact: Public Works Director Rose Hess)
9. Consideration of a New Contract with Metro Ventures Ltd. for Irma L. Tucker to
Provide Professional Planning Services
(Staff Contact: Planning Director Andrea Keefer)
City Council Meeting Agenda Page 3 October 24, 2019
CITY MANAGER’S REPORT
ADJOURNMENT
The next regular meeting of the City Council will be held on Thursday, November 14,
2019 at 6:00 p.m.
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