Council Adjourned Meeting

MINUTES CITY COUNCIL ADJOURNED MEETING CITY OF MONTEREY Wednesday, January 27, 2016 4:00 p.m. FEW MEMORIAL HALL OF RECORDS 580 PACIFIC ST. MONTEREY, CALIFORNIA Councilmembers Present: Councilmembers Barrett, Downey, Haffa, Smith, Roberson Absent: None City Staff City Manager, Director of Information Resources/City Clerk, City Attorney, Present: Assistant City Manager, Deputy City Manager Plans and Public Works, Community Services Director, Finance Director, Police Chief, Chief of Planning, Engineering, and Environmental Compliance, Principal Planner, Building Official CALL TO ORDER Mayor Roberson called the meeting to order at 4:00 p.m. PUBLIC HEARING 1. Consider Planning Commission Recommendation to Adopt a Mitigated Negative Declaration; Rezone the Waterfront Master Plan Planning Area to Planned Community – Waterfront; Repeal the Wharf Master Plan and Resolution 9000; and Adopt the Waterfront Master Plan (Plans & Public Works - 201-12) Action: Held public hearing; tabled with the understanding that the issue would come back in the very near future City Manager McCarthy introduced the item, and Chief of Planning Rerig presented the staff report and answered Councilmembers’ questions. Mayor Roberson opened the Public Hearing. Bob Mannix, Webster Street resident, voiced his strong support for the adoption of the Waterfront Master Plan. Sandy Freeman, ARC Member and former Chair, spoke on behalf of the ARC in support of the plan, noting that the plan was recommended by the ARC last September and that visual depictions were not included in the final plan. Dale Kerrigan, retired science teacher at Monterey High School, voiced his appreciation for the Monterey Kayak business and spoke in support of the plan. Nancy Neville, Vice President of Ke Kai Ohane’s Outrigger Canoe Club of Monterey, supported the plan. Mike Dawson, Planning Commissioner and former ARC Member, spoke in support of adoption of the plan. He noted that there was vast consensus that there should be no train, and that the trash compactor needs to be moved, with an entertainment space as a replacement. Richard Ruccello voiced concerns regarding the plan, including the proposed Tyler Street Bridge, and stated that the plan should mandate “no train.” He said that the Alvarado Street extension needs to be well-planned, as do changes to the Wharf parking lot. He noted that Monterey’s is the only pier on the California coast that generates revenue for a city, and parking should be free to locals at all times. He stated that market rate rent should be charged for all City-owned property. Pete Guglielmo, Wharf tenant, supported increasing the turn-around for trucks, as well as a staging area for trucks at the foot of the Wharf. Rich Lynn said that he appreciates the work that has gone into this plan and suggested moving beach bonfires from the residential area at Del City Council Minutes Wednesday, January 27, 2016 Monte Beach to a commercial area. He asked that the language be tightened up to designate that bonfires will be moved. Sam Rashkin said that the plan is a great start. He asked Council to keep flexibility in the plan for the future while respecting the past. He asked for more lighting, accessible restrooms, and token-operated community showers. Lester Charles, co-founder of Ke Kai Ohane, said that his organization tries to share the love with their clients. He thanked the City for helping his club. Luis Osorio, former Chair of the Planning Commission, addressed Mayor Roberson’s written comments on the plan. He said that parking seems to be a controversy, noting that a parking study concluded that the existing parking structures are not fully used. He supported passing the plan with the parking section intact. Christopher Barlow, outgoing Chair of the HPC, spoke in support of the Waterfront plan. Jane Halten, Monterey resident, spoke in wholehearted support of the plan. Sharon Dwight said that there is a funded NIP project for a restroom that is not mentioned in the plan. She asked to include a provision for a restroom. She said that it is a mistake to have a parking lot at the corner of Figueroa and Del Monte and asked about the status of the existing parking lot. She opposed the addition of the flyover bridge to the area and the amphitheater in the parking lot. She noted that there is not public support for a train station. Mary Alice Cerrito Fettis, President of the Fisherman’s Wharf Association and Chair of Whalefest Monterey, said that the Wharf Association has written a letter in support of the recommendations submitted by the Mayor. Patricia Domingo, Monterey resident, said that she believes the plan is very good, particularly supporting the 25 foot height limit and lighting recommendations. She suggested a cohesive traffic study before building the Tyler Street Bridge. Mrs. Rico, commercial property owner, said that her family is currently in a forty-year lease with Urgent Care. She voiced concerns regarding the plan to install parking in the same area as their property. She said it is fine as long as the City gives some remuneration for the property. Phil Vanderkraats, sign-maker, spoke in support of the plan, particularly the section addressing signs. Former Mayor Albert cautioned the Council about making a decision at an adjourned meeting, and he asked that an evening Public Hearing be conducted at a regular City Council meeting. He noted that the 1939 plan indicated that Wharf I should have been eliminated. With no further requests to speak, Mayor Roberson closed the Public Hearing. Council discussed whether to delay their decision. Mayor Roberson suggested adopting the Wharf Master Plan and continuing the more controversial portions of the plan. Councilmember Haffa said that he sees this as a compromise visionary plan that has had an extensive public process. Councilmember Downey said that she is comfortable voting on the plan tonight due to the long public process it has undergone; however the parking portion could be separated and dealt with later. She said that the plan is visionary and there is a lot of flexibility built into it. Councilmember Barrett said that there are specific issues that have been raised and he would like to continue the matter for further discussion. Councilmember Smith said that he would like more deliberation on some portions of the plan. He noted that this is a long-term plan. He asked to have more information on the train, noting that there is no current work plan or funding for a train at TAMC. He asked to hear more about development on the east side of Wharf II, the truck turnaround, beach house removal, the foot bridge, the proposed amphitheater, and parking. He said that Resolution 9000 should be eliminated. 2  City Council Minutes Wednesday, January 27, 2016 On a motion by Councilmember Haffa, seconded by Councilmember Barrett, and carried by the following vote, the City Council tabled the item with the understanding that it will come back in the very near future: AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Barrett, Downey, Haffa, Smith, Roberson NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None ABSTAIN: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None RECUSED: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None Mayor Roberson called a recess at 5:28 p.m., and reconvened the meeting at 5:36 p.m. OTHER BUSINESS 2. Update from Staff pertaining to Efforts Identifying a New Location for a Safe Parking Program (Not a project under CEQA, per Article 20, Section 15378 and under General Rule Article 5, Section 15061) (City Council - 701-01) Action: Received report Community Services Director Bui Burton presented the staff report, giving an update and plans for future action. Mayor Roberson suggested that Council would hear a report on the next item and take public comment on both items since they are related. 3. Direction to Staff to Draft An Urgency Ordinance to Amend Zoning Code Section 38-126 to Address The Shelter Crisis by Principally Permitting Safe Parking Programs in City Parking Lots and Setting Forth the Facts Constituting Such Urgency (City Clerk - 701-11) Action: Directed staff to draft an urgency Ordinance to amend Zoning Code Section 38- 126 to address the shelter crisis by principally permitting programs in City parking lots and setting forth the facts constituting such urgency Councilmember Downey clarified that the vote at the last meeting was not against One Starfish, but was a vote to find a different location. She said that she was unaware of the transient issue in the neighborhood before the last meeting. She suggested that the back corner of the Police parking lot would be ideal for this use. On question, City Attorney Davi explained that if staff receives direction tonight to draft an ordinance, it could be brought back at the February 2 meeting. Councilmember Smith said that the location must be safe, noting that the back lot is dark and officers are not necessarily nearby. City Manager McCarthy clarified that staff has looked at that particular lot, and it would not be ADA compliant. On question, Chief Building Official Kuehl explained some of the ADA requirements for this program. Mayor Roberson opened public comment on items 2 and 3. Cindy Storrs, Pastor of the United Methodist Church, thanked Councilmember Downey for bringing this matter forward. She applauded Ms. Bui Burton for the work to find someplace that is acceptable. She supported voting in favor of drafting this ordinance. Pastor Bob Ott, St John’s Chapel, said that his church hosts I-Help and has worked with One Starfish in the past. He volunteered to open their parking lot to One Starfish. Pastor Jim Nelson, Executive Director One Starfish, spoke in support of the item. He said that Shoreline Church is another potential location. Sam Rashkin, One Starfish volunteer, said that there is a significant transient impact in the neighborhood from the last meeting. He said that a restroom should be opened in that area. He 3 City Council Minutes Wednesday, January 27, 2016 suggested issuing a parking permit for designated safe street zones. Tia Sukin thanked the Council for coming forward and offering ideas. She said that the guests will determine whether the location is right, so it is important to have alternatives and a trial period. Chris Stejskal, Monterey resident, said that she is grateful for this win-win, and she thanked the Council for hearing the neighbors’ concerns. A lady who did not identify herself said that this is the best City Council. She said that Reverend Cindy has made arrangements for some of the guests to come inside. She said that the One Starfish program is very well run. Having no further requests to speak, Mayor Roberson closed public comments. It was moved by Councilmember Downey, and seconded by Councilmember Barrett, to draft An Urgency Ordinance to amend Zoning Code Section 38-126 to address the shelter crisis by principally permitting safe parking programs in City parking lots and setting forth the facts constituting such urgency. Councilmember Barrett asked if this could apply to churches in addition to City property. City Attorney Davi explained that there is a potential CEQA issue with being that inclusive. Chief of Planning Rerig explained the noticing process and zoning issues that would complicate doing that. He said that the two church locations talked about tonight should be a quicker process. Mr. Barrett said that there is the potential for an improved outcome. He asked to have the staff reach out to the two locations to help expedite the process. Councilmember Smith supported the motion. Councilmember Haffa thanked his neighbors for reaching out to Shoreline Church and the minister from St. John’s. He said that he believed the Methodist church would have worked, but there are additional sites and he will support the motion. Mayor Roberson said that this is an example of “creative conflict” and it is very gratifying. The motion carried by the following vote: AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Barrett, Downey, Haffa, Smith, Roberson NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None ABSTAIN: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None RECUSED: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None ADJOURNMENT With no further business to come before the City Council, Mayor Roberson adjourned the meeting at 6:29 p.m. Respectfully Submitted, Approved, Bonnie L. Gawf Clyde Roberson Director of Information Resources/City Clerk Mayor 4