Arroyo Grande public meetings in 2022

Cancelled City Council Meeting

This meeting agenda is for a cancelled Arroyo Grande City Council meeting scheduled for December 27, 2022. The agenda contains only boilerplate interface text and no substantive items for discussion or decision. Residents should note that no official business was conducted at this meeting.

Planning Commission Meeting

This agenda for the Arroyo Grande Planning Commission meeting on December 20, 2022, contains no substantive items—only embedded content placeholders and system text from the eSCRIBE software. There are no listed decisions, discussions, public hearings, or action items for residents to review.

Architectural Review Committee

The Arroyo Grande Architectural Review Committee meets in hybrid format to consider one administrative sign permit for a new wall sign at 136 West Branch Street, and to approve minutes from the November 21 meeting. The committee will make a recommendation to the Community Development Director on the sign proposal.

• Administrative Sign Permit 22-026 for one new wall sign at 136 West Branch Street, applicant Justin Crocket of Brand Creative
• Approval of draft minutes from November 21, 2022 ARC meeting
• Public comment period for items not on the agenda

The Architectural Review Committee recommended the approval of a new wall sign for an existing business to the Community Development Director. The committee also continued the minutes from the November 21, 2022 meeting.

• Recommended approval of Administrative Sign Permit 22-026 for a new wall sign at 136 West Branch Street
• Continued the November 21, 2022 meeting minutes due to lack of quorum

City Council Meeting

The Arroyo Grande City Council will certify the November 8, 2022 election results, swear in newly elected Mayor Caren Ray Russom and Council Members Kathleen Secrest and James Guthrie, and reorganize by selecting a Mayor Pro Tem and making board appointments. The council will also receive a COVID-19 update, consider consent items including a continued local emergency resolution and sewer project acceptance, and discuss appointments to regional boards.

• Adopt resolution declaring official results of November 8, 2022 General Municipal Election
• Swearing-in of Mayor Caren Ray Russom, Council Members Kathleen Secrest and James Guthrie
• Appoint Council Member Barneich as Mayor Pro Tem for one-year period
• Adopt resolution declaring continued local COVID-19 emergency and authorizing remote teleconference meetings
• Accept Wood Place, Farroll/Sandalwood, Sandalwood/Cameron, and Woodland Back Yards Sewer Lining Project (PW 2021-10)

City Council Special Closed Session

This is a special closed session meeting of the Arroyo Grande City Council. The only substantive item is a closed session to conduct a performance evaluation of the City Attorney, as permitted by state law. The meeting is otherwise procedural, with no public action items on the agenda.

• Closed session: Public employee performance evaluation of the City Attorney (Gov. Code § 54957)

The City Council met in a special closed session to conduct a public employee performance evaluation for the City Attorney. City Attorney Carmel announced that there was no reportable action taken.

• Performance evaluation of City Attorney resulted in no reportable action

Planning Commission Meeting

The Arroyo Grande Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two conditional use permits: a lot split and duplex conversion at 992 Bennett Ave, and a new five-unit apartment building at 141 South Elm Street. The commission will also approve minutes from the November 1 meeting and receive notices of four administrative approvals, including a Christmas tree lot and a salon.

• Conditional Use Permit 22-006 and Tentative Parcel Map 22-004: lot split and duplex conversion at 992 Bennett Ave
• Conditional Use Permit 21-007: new five-unit apartment building at 141 South Elm Street
• Approval of minutes from November 1, 2022 meeting
• Administrative approval: Christmas tree lot at 1587 El Camino Real (Temporary Use Permit 22-016)
• Administrative approval: bridal salon at 209 South Halcyon Road (Plot Plan Review 22-065)

The Planning Commission approved a lot split and conversion of a duplex into single-family dwellings at 992 Bennett Ave. It also approved the construction of a five-unit apartment building at 141 South Elm Street with specific conditions regarding unit classification and maintenance.

• Approved Minutes of the November 1, 2022 Regular Meeting (5-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit 22-006 and Tentative Parcel Map 22-004 for lot split and duplex conversion at 992 Bennett Ave (5-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit 21-007 for a five-unit apartment building at 141 South Elm Street, requiring units be reclassified as studios and a shared maintenance agreement be recorded (4-0)

Architectural Review Committee

The agenda for the Arroyo Grande Architectural Review Committee meeting on December 5, 2022, is only procedural boilerplate. No specific agenda items, decisions, or discussions are listed in the provided text.

City Council Special Closed Session

The City Council will meet in a closed session to conduct business regarding property negotiations and personnel matters. The council is scheduled to negotiate the price and terms of a lease for specific property parcels and review a public employee performance evaluation.

• Lease negotiation for portions of APNs 007-192-026 and 007-199-038
• Public employee performance evaluation for the City Attorney

The City Council met in a special closed session to discuss real property lease negotiations and a public employee performance evaluation. The minutes record that the council recessed for these items, but no final decisions or vote tallies were documented.

• Recessed to closed session to discuss lease price and terms for portions of APNs 007-192-026 and 007-199-038
• Recessed to closed session for City Attorney performance evaluation

City Council Meeting

The Arroyo Grande City Council is meeting to consider a consent agenda with routine items, a public hearing on CDBG projects, and old business on the 2022 Pavement Management Program. Key decisions include adopting an ordinance for tiny homes on wheels, approving the pavement program with budget adjustments, and authorizing participation in a desalination plan.

• Adopt ordinance amending Title 16 to regulate Tiny Homes on Wheels as accessory use on single-family parcels
• Approve 2022 Pavement Management Program and budget adjustment
• Public hearing for preliminary approval of 2023 CDBG projects
• Authorize participation in Phase 1 of Desalination Executable Solution and Logistics Plan with County of SLO
• Approve contract with County of San Luis Obispo for animal care and control services

The City Council adopted an ordinance amending Title 16 of the Municipal Code concerning tiny homes on wheels. The council also approved several consent items, including a contract for animal care services and a temporary use permit for the Village Holiday Parade. Preliminary approval was granted for 2023 Community Development Block Grant projects.

• Amended Municipal Code Title 16 regarding tiny homes on wheels (3-0)
• Approved preliminary 2023 Community Development Block Grant projects (4-0)
• Adopted policy for Tourism Business Improvement District website calendar (3-1)
• Approved 2022 Pavement Management Program Package Items 2, 3, and 4 (4-0)
• Approved contract with County of San Luis Obispo for Animal Care and Control Services (4-0)
• Approved Temporary Use Permit 22-015 for Village Holiday Parade and Jingle Bell Dash (4-0)
• Appointed Catherine Sackrison to the Planning Commission (4-0)
• Adopted resolution to continue emergency contracts for FCFA Station 1 generator replacement (4-0)

Architectural Review Committee

The Architectural Review Committee will review two new business sign permits and architectural details for a new five-unit apartment building, making recommendations to the Community Development Director or Planning Commission. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public comment periods.

• Administrative Sign Permit 22-020 for a new wall sign at 119 East Branch Street (Neighbors General Store)
• Administrative Sign Permit 22-023 for a new wall sign and paint color at 116 East Branch Street (Hive Supply Co.)
• Architectural details for Conditional Use Permit 21-007 for a new five-unit apartment building at 141 South Elm Street
• Approval of minutes from November 7, 2022 meeting

The Architectural Review Committee recommended approval for a five-unit apartment building and two new business signs. The apartment project recommendation includes a request for a parking reduction and a change to charcoal-colored awnings.

• Approved November 7, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Recommended approval of new wall sign for Neighbors General Store at 119 East Branch Street (4-0)
• Recommended approval of new wall sign and paint color for Hive Supply Co. at 116 East Branch Street (3-1)
• Recommended approval of 5-unit apartment building at 141 South Elm Street with charcoal awnings and parking reduction (4-0)

Planning Commission Meeting

This agenda is only procedural boilerplate from the eSCRIBE system with no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The meeting is scheduled for November 15, 2022, but no substantive business is documented.

Cancelled City Council Meeting

The regular City Council meeting scheduled for Tuesday, November 8, 2022, at 6:00 p.m. has been canceled. The next regular meeting will be held on Tuesday, November 22, 2022. No agenda items were discussed or decided.

• Regular meeting canceled
• Next meeting scheduled for November 22, 2022

Architectural Review Committee

The Arroyo Grande Architectural Review Committee will meet to review three project items: a sign permit for a new business, a substantial conformance determination for a home at 305 Rodeo Court, and an addition to a historic home at 400 Allen St. The committee will make recommendations to the Community Development Director on the sign and addition, and decide if the Rodeo Court revisions match the original approval.

• Administrative Sign Permit 22-019: new wall and ground signs for Wealth Enhancement Group at 214 E Branch St, Suite B
• Substantial conformance determination for Architectural Review 22-004 at 305 Rodeo Court (applicants Chuck and Sharon Belmont)
• Architectural Review 22-011: additions to single-family residence in Historic Character Overlay District at 400 Allen St
• Approval of minutes from October 17, 2022 meeting

The Architectural Review Committee recommended the approval of a new business sign and a single-family residence addition. The committee also determined that modifications to a project at 305 Rodeo Court were in substantial conformance with original approvals.

• Approved October 17, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Recommended approval of administrative sign permit 22-019 for Wealth Enhancement Group at 214 E Branch Street (5-0)
• Determined modifications for Architectural Review 22-004 at 305 Rodeo Court are in substantial conformance (3-1)
• Recommended approval of Architectural Review 22-011 for residence additions at 400 Allen St (5-0)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider an appeal of a plot plan review that approved a vacation rental at 444 Walnut Street. The recommended action is to deny the appeal and approve the plot plan. The commission will also consider a lot line adjustment at 688 Equestrian Way and approve the minutes from the October 18, 2022 meeting. The agenda also lists four administrative approvals of vacation rentals that are not subject to commission action unless appealed.

• Appeal 22-002 of Plot Plan Review 22-043 for vacation rental at 444 Walnut Street
• Lot Line Adjustment 22-003 at 688 Equestrian Way
• Approval of minutes from October 18, 2022 meeting
• Administrative approval of vacation rental at 509 North Via Belmonte Court (appeal deadline Nov 7)
• Administrative approval of vacation rental at 795 East Cherry Avenue (appeal deadline Nov 7)

The Planning Commission approved a lot line adjustment and denied an appeal regarding a vacation rental plot plan. The commission also moved to appeal one administrative item to a future meeting due to HOA restrictions.

• Approved Minutes of the October 18, 2022 Regular Meeting (Passed)
• Approved Lot Line Adjustment 22-003 at 688 Equestrian Way (Passed)
• Denied Appeal Case No. 22-002 and approved Plot Plan Review 22-043 for vacation rental at 444 Walnut Street (Passed)
• Moved to appeal administrative item #1 to a future meeting regarding HOA CC&R restrictions on short term rentals

City Council Meeting

The Arroyo Grande City Council will hold a public hearing to introduce an ordinance regulating tiny homes on wheels as accessory uses on single-family parcels. The consent agenda includes declaring city-owned property at 400 W. Branch Street as surplus for disposal, approving construction plans for the Swinging Bridge Retrofit Project, and continuing the local COVID-19 emergency declaration. The council will also discuss updates to the Community Service Grant Program and receive various reports and proclamations.

• Introduce ordinance to regulate tiny homes on wheels (Development Code Amendment 22-004)
• Declare 400 W. Branch Street (APNs 007-011-055, 007-055-056) as surplus property for disposal
• Approve construction plans for Swinging Bridge Retrofit Project (PW 2021-06) and authorize bidding
• Adopt resolution to name Elm Street Park playground 'Kiwanis Inclusive Playground'
• Ratify cash disbursements for September 16-30, 2022

The City Council introduced an ordinance to establish regulations for Tiny Homes On Wheels as accessory uses on single-family dwelling parcels. The Council also approved several consent items, including the disposal of surplus city property and park naming updates.

• Introduced ordinance regarding Tiny Homes on Wheels (3-0)
• Declared city-owned property at 400 W. Branch Street as non-exempt surplus land (5-0)
• Named the reconstructed playground at Elm Street Park the 'Kiwanis Inclusive Playground' (5-0)
• Approved construction plans and authorized bids for the Swinging Bridge Retrofit Project (5-0)
• Approved emergency contracts for FCFA Station 1 emergency generator replacement (5-0)
• Updated Community Service Grant Program Committee to five members appointed by Council Members (5-0)
• Adopted updated City Council Handbook (5-0)
• Extended local emergency declaration for COVID-19 to allow remote teleconference meetings (5-0)

Arroyo Grande Public Art Panel

This agenda for the Arroyo Grande Public Art Panel meeting on October 25, 2022, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics. The document appears to be a system-generated placeholder with no substantive content for residents to review.

Tourism Business Improvement District Advisory Board

The Arroyo Grande Tourism Business Improvement District Advisory Board will review and potentially approve several items, including a policy for posting events on the Visit Arroyo Grande website, a request to promote the Pismo Jazz Jubilee, and a co-op partnership with Visit SLO CAL for a resident sentiment study. The board will also receive financial reports and a quarterly marketing update. The meeting is routine, with no major policy changes or large expenditures proposed.

• Review and approve Calendar of Events Policy for Visit Arroyo Grande website
• Review and approve request from Basin Street Regulars to promote Pismo Jazz Jubilee in all AGTBID advertising
• Review and approve Visit SLO CAL co-op partnership for resident sentiment research study
• Receive and file financial status reports for July–August 2022
• Receive and file quarterly statistics summary from Verdin Marketing for Q1 FY 2022-2023

The board voted unanimously to forward a revised Calendar of Events Policy to City Council and to advertise the Pismo Jazz Jubilee on all TBID channels. A request to fund a resident survey by Visit SLO CAL failed for lack of a second. The meeting was adjourned early due to loss of quorum.

• Approved forwarding revised Calendar of Events Policy to City Council (unanimous)
• Approved promoting Pismo Jazz Jubilee on all AGTBID advertising avenues (unanimous)
• Denied funding for Visit SLO CAL resident research survey (motion failed, no second)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Arroyo Grande Planning Commission is meeting in a hybrid format. The agenda is largely procedural: it includes approval of the October 4, 2022 meeting minutes and a report on administrative approvals of vacation rentals and homestays. No public hearings or non-hearing items are scheduled.

• Approval of draft minutes from October 4, 2022 meeting
• Notice of 7 administrative approvals for vacation rentals/homestays at 1601 Sierra Drive, 362 North Elm Street, 506 Ide Street, 541 Ide Street, 309 East Cherry Avenue, 304 South Mason Street, 926 Magnolia Drive
• Deadline to appeal administrative approvals is October 24, 2022 at 5:00 pm

The Planning Commission approved the minutes from the October 4, 2022 meeting. No public hearings or non-public hearing items were conducted. Staff provided updates on newly adopted short-term rental and parklet ordinances, and on an upcoming ordinance regulating tiny homes on wheels.

• Approved minutes from October 4, 2022 meeting (3-0)

Architectural Review Committee

The Architectural Review Committee is meeting to consider an administrative sign permit for new signage at Tasty Thai, an existing business at 161 Traffic Way. The committee will review the proposed signage and make a recommendation to the Community Development Director. The agenda also includes approval of the minutes from the September 19, 2022 meeting.

• Continued consideration of Administrative Sign Permit 22-002 for new signage at 161 Traffic Way (Tasty Thai)
• Review of proposed signage against Village Design Guidelines
• Approval of draft minutes from September 19, 2022 meeting

The Architectural Review Committee voted 2-1 to recommend that the Community Development Director approve a new sign for Tasty Thai at 161 Traffic Way, with a condition to reduce the signboard width. The committee also approved the minutes from the September 19, 2022 meeting (3-0). No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from September 19, 2022 meeting (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Administrative Sign Permit 22-002 for Tasty Thai signage with condition to reduce signboard width (2-1)

City Council Special Closed Session

The Arroyo Grande City Council is holding a special closed session meeting to discuss real property negotiations for 400 West Branch Street. The only substantive item is a conference with real property negotiators regarding price and terms of payment with Kamla Hotels. The meeting is otherwise procedural, with no public action items on the agenda.

• Closed session: real property negotiations for 400 West Branch Street
• Negotiators: City Manager Whitney McDonald and Assistant City Manager Bill Robeson
• Negotiating party: Dev Patel on behalf of Kamla Hotels
• Under negotiation: price and terms of payment

The City Council met in closed session to discuss negotiations for the property at 400 West Branch Street with Dev Patel on behalf of Kamla Hotels. No reportable action was taken.

• Held closed session to discuss real property negotiations for 400 West Branch Street
• No reportable action taken on the property negotiations

City Council Meeting

The Arroyo Grande City Council will consider adopting ordinances to regulate short-term rentals and establish a permanent parklet program, along with several routine consent items. The meeting also includes a public hearing on a utility box art donation and updates on COVID-19 efforts.

• Adopt ordinance amending Title 16 regarding short-term rentals (vacation rentals and homestays)
• Adopt ordinance establishing a permanent parklet program citywide
• Approve amendment to consultant contract with Quincy Engineering for Traffic Way Bridge Project
• Adopt resolution authorizing temporary closure of South Mason Street from East Branch to Nelson Street on Oct 14 for hazardous tree removal
• Adopt resolution accepting donation of time and materials for utility box painting and waiving $720 in encroachment permit fees

The City Council adopted an ordinance establishing a permanent parklet program citywide and approved an ordinance regulating short-term rentals (vacation rentals and homestays) with a cap on the number of vacation rentals. The council also declared a continued local emergency related to COVID-19, cancelled the December 27, 2022 meeting, and authorized a temporary street closure for tree removal. A donation of time and materials for painting utility boxes citywide was accepted, and a temporary use permit for the 2022 Beer and Wine Festival at Heritage Square Park was approved.

• Adopted ordinance establishing a permanent parklet program citywide (Development Code Amendment 22-003).
• Adopted ordinance amending Title 16 regarding short-term rentals (vacation rentals and homestays) with a cap on vacation rentals; directed staff to revisit the TOT minimum threshold at six-month lookback (passed 3-0; two members recused).
• Declared a continued local emergency related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
• Cancelled the regularly scheduled City Council meeting of December 27, 2022 due to holidays.
• Authorized temporary closure of South Mason Street from East Branch Street to Nelson Street on October 14, 2022 for tree removal.
• Accepted donation of time and materials for painting utility boxes citywide and waived encroachment permit fees.
• Approved Temporary Use Permit No. 22-010 for the 2022 Arroyo Grande Beer and Wine Festival at Heritage Square Park on November 5, 2022, with waiver of application fees.
• Approved Amendment 2 to the contract for consultant services with Quincy Engineering Inc. for the Traffic Way Bridge Project.

Planning Commission Meeting

The Arroyo Grande Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: a proposed citywide ordinance to allow tiny homes on wheels, and an appeal of a vacation rental approval at 1136 East Grand Avenue. The commission will also consider consent items including a time extension for a conditional use permit and a street name for Tract 2985, and will note several administrative vacation rental approvals.

• Public hearing on Development Code Amendment 20-004 to allow tiny homes on wheels citywide
• Appeal of Plot Plan Review 22-026 for a vacation rental at 1136 East Grand Avenue
• Time extension for Conditional Use Permit 18-007 at 1214 E. Grand Ave
• Street name approval for Tract 2985 near Corbett Canyon Road/Highway 227
• Administrative approvals of vacation rentals at 308 Poole St, 444 Walnut St, 717 Bennett St, 1080 Robin Circle

The Planning Commission voted to recommend the City Council adopt a Tiny Homes on Wheels ordinance (Development Code Amendment 20-004) and denied an appeal of a vacation rental approval at 1136 East Grand Avenue. Several consent items were also approved, including a time extension for a conditional use permit and a street name for Tract 2985.

• Approved minutes of September 6, 2022 regular meeting
• Approved Time Extension 22-003 for Conditional Use Permit 18-007 at 1214 E. Grand Ave
• Approved street name for Tract 2985 at Corbett Canyon Road/Highway 227
• Recommended City Council adopt Tiny Homes on Wheels ordinance (Development Code Amendment 20-004)
• Denied Appeal Case 22-001 and approved Plot Plan Review 22-026 for vacation rental at 1136 East Grand Avenue

Architectural Review Committee

This agenda for the Arroyo Grande Architectural Review Committee meeting on October 3, 2022, contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive agenda items. The document appears to be a system-generated template with no listed decisions, discussions, or public hearings.

City Council Meeting

The Arroyo Grande City Council will hold a hybrid meeting with several public hearings and consent items. Key actions include introducing ordinances on accessory dwelling units (ADUs), short-term rentals, and a permanent parklet program, plus approving a police fleet purchase and a pedestrian crossing construction contract. The council will also consider creating a regional recycled water authority and continuing remote meeting authority due to COVID-19.

• Police fleet lease and purchase: 13 vehicles, $749,103 financed at 4.57% APR, $204,395 cash purchase
• Award $321,202.75 contract to G. Sosa Construction for 2022 Pedestrian Crossing Improvement Project
• Introduce ordinance amending Title 16 for accessory dwelling units and adopt ADU fee waiver program
• Introduce ordinance on short-term rentals (vacation rentals and homestays)
• Approve first amendment to T-Mobile lease for telecommunications facility at Branch Mill Road

The council introduced an ordinance amending Title 16 to regulate short-term rentals (vacation rentals and homestays), including a minimum Transient Occupancy Tax remittance every six months. The vote was 3-0, with two members recused due to conflicts of interest. The item was continued from earlier in the meeting to allow staff to clarify language.

• Introduced ordinance amending Title 16 for short-term rentals (vacation rentals and homestays) with TOT minimum (3-0, two recused)
• Approved consent agenda items 8.a. through 8.m., except 8.k. (5-0)
• Adopted ADU ordinance and fee waiver program (3-0, two recused)
• Introduced ordinance establishing a permanent parklet program (5-0)
• Authorized execution of Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement creating Central Coast Blue Regional Recycled Water Authority and appointed Mayor Russom to board (5-0)
• Awarded $321,202.75 construction contract to G. Sosa Construction for 2022 Pedestrian Crossing Improvement Project (consent)
• Authorized police fleet lease and purchase of 13 vehicles, including 4-year lease for 9 patrol vehicles not to exceed $749,103 (consent)
• Approved first amendment to T-Mobile lease for telecommunications facility at Branch Mill Road (consent)

Planning Commission Meeting

This agenda for the Arroyo Grande Planning Commission meeting of September 20, 2022, contains no substantive items—only placeholder text and embedded content descriptions from the eSCRIBE agenda software. No decisions, discussions, or public hearings are listed.

Architectural Review Committee

The Architectural Review Committee will meet to consider an administrative sign permit for new signage at a new business, Hive Supply Co., located at 150 West Branch Street. The committee will also approve minutes from the August 15, 2022 meeting. No other project or discussion items are listed.

• Administrative Sign Permit 22-017 for new signage at 150 West Branch Street, applicant Leonard Fiederowicz (Hive Supply Co.)
• Approval of minutes from August 15, 2022 regular meeting

The Architectural Review Committee recommended approval of an administrative sign permit for new signage at 150 West Branch Street for Hive Supply Co., with revisions requiring a painted wall sign on the western elevation and wayfinding signage on the front entry door. The committee also approved the minutes from the August 15, 2022 meeting with a spelling correction. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from August 15, 2022 meeting with spelling correction (4-0)
• Recommended approval of sign permit 22-017 for Hive Supply Co. with revisions (4-0)

City Council Special Meeting

This is a special meeting agenda for the Arroyo Grande City Council dated September 14, 2022. The provided text contains only technical placeholders and interface labels from the eSCRIBE agenda software, with no actual agenda items, resolutions, or discussion topics listed. The agenda appears to be empty or the substantive content was not included in the source text.

The Arroyo Grande, Grover Beach, and Pismo Beach city councils held a joint special meeting to receive a presentation on the Central Coast Blue water recycling project, including its technology, costs, funding, governance, and schedule. The U.S. Bureau of Reclamation presented a Title XVI Grant to the mayors. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the meeting was informational and ceremonial.

• No formal decisions, votes, or actions taken by any council

City Council Successor Agency

The Arroyo Grande City Council/Successor Agency will hold public hearings to introduce ordinances amending rules for accessory dwelling units (ADUs) and short-term rentals, and discuss a draft ordinance for tiny homes on wheels. The consent agenda includes routine items like ratifying cash disbursements, approving grants, and accepting a street repair project. The meeting also includes updates on COVID-19 efforts and an active shooter drill.

• Introduce ordinance amending ADU regulations and consider fee waiver program
• Introduce ordinance amending short-term rental (vacation rental/homestay) regulations
• Discuss draft ordinance addressing tiny homes on wheels
• Approve $109,000 OTS grant for traffic records system and $58,000 for traffic/DUI enforcement
• Adopt resolution for emergency generator replacement at FCFA Station 1 without competitive bidding

The City Council introduced an ordinance amending regulations for accessory dwelling units (ADUs) citywide, voting 3-0. The Council also voted 3-0 to continue the introduction of a short-term rental ordinance to September 27, 2022, with modifications including a 90-unit cap and a 500-foot buffer. Additionally, the Council approved staff recommendations on tiny homes on wheels with modifications, voting 3-0.

• Introduced ordinance amending ADU regulations citywide (3-0)
• Continued short-term rental ordinance to Sept 27 with modifications: 90-unit cap, 500-ft buffer, revocation triggers (3-0)
• Approved tiny homes on wheels ordinance with modifications: added HCD-approved associations, banned roof top decks (3-0)
• Adopted resolution approving last Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule for Successor Agency (consent, 4-0)
• Authorized City Attorney to amend affordable housing agreement for 252 S. Courtland Street (consent, 4-0)
• Accepted $109,000 OTS grant for traffic records improvement and purchased Crossroads software (consent, 4-0)
• Accepted $58,000 OTS grant for traffic/DUI enforcement (consent, 4-0)
• Declared emergency for FCFA Station 1 generator replacement, authorized contract without competitive bidding (consent, 4-0)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Arroyo Grande Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Development Code Amendment 22-003, which would create a permanent parklet program. The commission is expected to adopt a resolution recommending the City Council approve the ordinance. The agenda also includes approval of the August 16, 2022 meeting minutes and a report on administrative approvals since that date.

• Public hearing on Development Code Amendment 22-003 for a permanent parklet program
• Approval of minutes from August 16, 2022 regular meeting
• Administrative approvals: facade changes and signage at 203 East Branch St
• Administrative approvals: permanent outdoor dining at 307 East Branch St
• Administrative approvals: vacation rentals/homestays at 205 South Mason St, 517 Launa Ln, 331 Garden St

The Planning Commission voted to recommend that the City Council adopt a permanent parklet program, with modifications to exclude a five-space buffer between parklets and remove a cap on the maximum number of parking spaces encumbered. The recommendation was approved unanimously by the four present commissioners. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting also included approval of prior minutes and receipt of administrative items.

• Approved recommendation to City Council for permanent parklet program (4-0)
• Approved minutes of August 16, 2022 regular meeting (4-0)

Architectural Review Committee

This agenda for the Arroyo Grande Architectural Review Committee meeting on September 5, 2022, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document appears to be a system-generated placeholder with no substantive content for residents to review.

City Council Meeting

The Arroyo Grande City Council is meeting to handle routine business and several notable items. They will consider approving the 2022 Pavement Management Program street selections, award a construction contract for the Oak Park Boulevard drainage repairs, and decide on a consultant agreement for a total compensation study. The agenda also includes a COVID-19 update, a continued local emergency resolution, and approval of the Harvest Festival street closures.

• Award construction contract to Raminha Construction, Inc. for $238,679 (plus $35,802 contingency) for Oak Park Boulevard Drainage Repairs Project PW 2020-04
• Approve consultant services agreement with unCOMPlicated HR to prepare a Total Compensation Study
• Adopt resolution declaring continued local COVID-19 emergency and authorizing remote teleconference meetings
• Approve Temporary Use Permit 22-003 for 84th Annual Arroyo Grande Valley Harvest Festival, Sept 23-24, 2022, including street closures
• Review and approve street selections for the 2022 Pavement Management Program

The City Council approved the recommended treatments and streets for the 2022 Pavement Management Program, including streets in Attachments 1-3 of the staff report, and directed staff to value engineer proposals for streets in Attachment 4. The vote was 4-0-1 with Council Member Barneich absent. The consent agenda was also approved, which included ratifying cash disbursements, adopting a resolution continuing the COVID-19 local emergency, approving a consultant agreement for a total compensation study, awarding a construction contract for Oak Park Boulevard drainage repairs, and approving a temporary use permit for the 84th Annual Harvest Festival.

• Approved the 2022 Pavement Management Program street selections and treatments (4-0-1).
• Ratified cash disbursements for July 16-31, 2022.
• Approved minutes of the August 9, 2022 meeting.
• Adopted a resolution continuing the COVID-19 local emergency and authorizing remote teleconference meetings.
• Approved a consultant agreement with unCOMPlicated HR for a total compensation study.
• Awarded a construction contract to Raminha Construction, Inc. for $238,679 for Oak Park Boulevard drainage repairs, plus $35,802 in potential change orders.
• Approved a temporary use permit for the 84th Annual Arroyo Grande Valley Harvest Festival on September 23-24, 2022.
• Received and filed the monthly Water Supply and Demand Report.

Tourism Business Improvement District Advisory Board

The Tourism Business Improvement District Advisory Board is meeting to review and file financial reports for July 2021 through June 2022, approve a marketing plan and website design update, and receive a quarterly marketing statistics report. The board will also discuss a framework for adding businesses and events to the Visit Arroyo Grande website and hear an update from the South County Chambers of Commerce CEO.

• Review and file financial status reports for July 2021 through June 2022
• Approve marketing plan/tone sheet and media plan from Verdin Marketing
• Approve website design update from Destination Innovate
• Receive and file quarterly statistics summary report from Verdin Marketing
• Discuss framework for adding businesses and events to Visit Arroyo Grande website

The Tourism Business Improvement District Advisory Board approved the minutes from its June 27, 2022 meeting and reviewed financial reports showing higher-than-last-year Transient Occupancy Tax revenue and a net profit. The board discussed adding community events like the Harvest Festival to the Visit Arroyo Grande website, but deferred the decision to the next meeting. Verdin Marketing presented fall and winter marketing campaigns, and the board selected six words to describe Arroyo Grande for promotional use.

• Approved June 27, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Reviewed and filed financial status reports for July 2021–June 2022
• Deferred decision on adding events to Visit Arroyo Grande website to next meeting
• Selected six words for marketing campaigns: artistic, emotional, organic, laid back, inclusive, adventurous

Planning Commission Meeting

The Arroyo Grande Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on amendments to the city's accessory dwelling unit (ADU) ordinance, recommending City Council adoption. They will also consider continuing a public hearing on a permanent parklet program to September 6, 2022. The agenda includes approval of minutes and several administrative items, including temporary use permits and vacation rental approvals.

• Public hearing on ADU ordinance amendments (Development Code Amendment 20-001), citywide
• Continuance of parklet program hearing (Development Code Amendment 22-003) to September 6, 2022
• Approval of minutes from June 7 and August 2, 2022 meetings
• Administrative approvals: Calvary Church concert at Heritage Square Park, Aug 20, 2022
• Administrative approvals: vacation rentals/homestays at 157 Clarence Ave, 506 Ide St, 541 Ide St, 528 Ide St, 1165 Sunset Dr

The Arroyo Grande Planning Commission adopted amendments to Title 16 of the municipal code regarding accessory dwelling units (ADUs), including clarifications to fee waivers for family members and zero-income renters. The commission also continued a proposed permanent parklet program to September 6, 2022, to allow staff more time to compile comments. Minutes from two prior meetings were approved.

• Adopted Development Code Amendment 20-001 for ADU regulations with amendments (passed)
• Clarified fee waiver to apply to family members and zero-income renters
• Continued Development Code Amendment 22-003 (parklet program) to September 6, 2022
• Approved minutes of June 7, 2022 regular meeting (passed)
• Approved minutes of August 2, 2022 regular meeting (passed)

Architectural Review Committee

The committee will review several commercial projects to make recommendations to the Community Development Director. Items include new signage for a business on East Branch Street, exterior changes at 901 Rancho Parkway, and an outdoor dining area at 307 East Branch Street.

• New signage, awning, and paint color for 203 East Branch Street
• Exterior alterations to a commercial structure at 901 Rancho Parkway
• Construction of a permanent outdoor dining area at 307 East Branch Street

The Architectural Review Committee recommended approval of a new sign, awning, and paint for a commercial building at 203 East Branch Street (4-0, with one abstention). They continued a proposal for exterior alterations at 901 Rancho Parkway to a future meeting, asking for revised plans. The committee also recommended approval of a permanent outdoor dining area at 307 East Branch Street (5-0).

• Recommended approval of Architectural Review 22-005 for new signage, awning, and paint at 203 East Branch Street (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Continued Architectural Review 22-009 for exterior alterations at 901 Rancho Parkway to a future meeting for revised plans (5-0)
• Recommended approval of architectural details for a permanent outdoor dining area at 307 East Branch Street (5-0)
• Approved minutes of August 1, 2022 regular meeting as submitted (3-0)

City Council Meeting

The Arroyo Grande City Council will consider several routine consent items, including ratifying cash disbursements, approving minutes, and declaring a continued local emergency related to COVID-19. Notable actions include awarding a construction contract for the Elm Street Park Inclusive Playground Replacement Project and approving a memorandum of understanding with Lucia Mar School District to provide free child care. The council will also receive updates on the Five Cities Fire Authority and the Northern Cities Management Area.

• Award construction contract to Central Coast Playgrounds, Inc. for $106,399.50 for Elm Street Park playground, with $110,015 budget adjustment from Local Sales Tax Fund
• Approve MOU with Lucia Mar School District to provide free child care at Ocean View Elementary for 2022-23, reimbursed through ELOP grant
• Adopt resolution declaring continued local emergency related to COVID-19 pandemic
• Receive update on Five Cities Fire Authority and results of Oceano Fire Tax Measure A-22
• Ratify cash disbursements for July 1-15, 2022

The City Council approved the consent agenda, including a contract for the Elm Street Park Inclusive Playground Replacement Project and a resolution declaring a continued local COVID-19 emergency. They also approved an MOU with Lucia Mar School District for free child care. No action was taken on informational updates about COVID-19, the Five Cities Fire Authority, or the Northern Cities Management Area.

• Approved consent agenda items 8.a-8.f (5-0)
• Ratified cash disbursements for July 1-15, 2022
• Adopted resolution declaring continued local COVID-19 emergency
• Approved MOU with Lucia Mar School District for free child care at Ocean View Elementary (2022-23)
• Awarded construction contract to Central Coast Playgrounds, Inc. for $106,399.50 for Elm Street Park Inclusive Playground Replacement
• Allocated $110,015 from Local Sales Tax Fund for playground project
• Received and filed Five Cities Fire Authority update and Oceano Fire Tax Measure A-22 results
• Received and filed 2021 Annual Report for Northern Cities Management Area

Planning Commission Meeting

The Arroyo Grande Planning Commission will hold public hearings on amendments to the Short Term Rental Ordinance and on a draft environmental review for the Traffic Way Bridge Replacement project. The commission will also consider a lot line adjustment and approve meeting minutes. Several administrative approvals for vacation rentals and other projects are noted for appeal.

• Public hearing on amendments to Short Term Rental Ordinance
• Public hearing on Draft Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration for Traffic Way Bridge Replacement
• Lot Line Adjustment 22-002 at 718 Cornwall Avenue
• Approval of June 7, 2022 meeting minutes
• Administrative approvals: vacation rentals at 1400 Blackberry Ave, 1136 East Grand Ave, 615 Eman Ct, 426 Crown Hill St; homestay at 820 Plata Rd; new homes at 208 Larchmont Dr and 305 Rodeo Ct; AT&T 5G facility at 1275 Ash St

The Planning Commission voted to recommend the City Council adopt an ordinance revising short-term rental regulations, including a 120-unit cap, 500-foot buffers between rentals and from schools, and permit expiration upon property sale. The Commission also recommended the City Council adopt a Mitigated Negative Declaration for the Traffic Way Bridge Replacement Project with added safety analysis. A lot line adjustment at 718 Cornwall Avenue was approved, and the Commission appealed an administrative approval of a vacation rental at 1136 East Grand Avenue.

• Approved lot line adjustment 22-002 at 718 Cornwall Avenue (passed)
• Recommended City Council adopt Mitigated Negative Declaration for Traffic Way Bridge Replacement Project with added safety review (passed)
• Recommended City Council adopt revised short-term rental ordinance with 120-unit cap, 500-ft buffers, and other changes (passed)
• Appealed administrative approval of vacation rental at 1136 East Grand Avenue (3-0-2)

Architectural Review Committee

The Architectural Review Committee will consider a proposed exterior alteration to an existing residence at 121 Nelson St and review objective design guidelines for the permanent parklet program. The committee will also approve minutes from the June 20, 2022 meeting. Public comments are invited in person, via Zoom, or in writing.

• Architectural Review 22-007: exterior alterations to existing residence at 121 Nelson St, applicant Billy Kilmer, representative Jennifer Martin
• Review of objective design guidelines for permanent parklet program, with recommendation to Planning Commission
• Approval of minutes from June 20, 2022 regular meeting

The Architectural Review Committee recommended approval of Architectural Review 22-007 for exterior alterations to an existing residence at 121 Nelson St, with a 5-0 vote. The committee also reviewed and recommended modifications to the objective design guidelines for the permanent parklet program, including limits on width, height, and color flexibility. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended approval of exterior alterations at 121 Nelson St (5-0)
• Recommended parklet width limit to storefront width, max 40 feet
• Recommended allowing more flexibility in parklet colors
• Recommended limiting parklet height to first floor
• Recommended traffic-rated barriers with articulation or vegetation

City Council Meeting

The Arroyo Grande City Council will discuss initiating a comprehensive General Plan update and continue a study session on proposed Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) ordinance amendments. The consent agenda includes routine items such as ratifying cash disbursements, approving a consultant agreement for fee studies, authorizing water meter purchases, and supporting a countywide homelessness plan.

• Discuss scope of comprehensive General Plan update, including East Grand Avenue overlay district and zoning updates
• Continued study session on Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) ordinance amendments
• Approve consultant agreement with Willdan Financial Services for user fee, cost allocation, and development impact fee studies
• Authorize purchase of water meters from Aqua Metric for $52,400
• Authorize letter supporting draft SLO Countywide Plan to Address Homelessness

The Arroyo Grande City Council approved moving forward with a comprehensive General Plan update, directing staff to include language in the RFP for completion within two or three years. They also continued a study session on an Accessory Dwelling Unit ordinance, directing staff to keep a 10-year fee waiver program and consider extending it for moderate-income individuals. All other items were approved on the consent agenda, including a water meter purchase and a pedestrian crossing project.

• Approved General Plan update scope (Alternative 1) with RFP language for 2-3 year completion (5-0)
• Directed staff on ADU ordinance: keep 10-year fee waiver, consider moderate-income extension, cap fund use, exclude 'amenities' (3-0)
• Ratified cash disbursements for June 2022
• Approved consultant agreement with Willdan Financial Services for fee studies
• Adopted resolution continuing COVID-19 local emergency and remote meetings
• Appointed Jeannie Miranda to Tourism Business Improvement District Advisory Board
• Authorized letter supporting countywide homelessness plan
• Authorized $52,400 purchase of water meters from Aqua Metric

Planning Commission Meeting

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Architectural Review Committee

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Cancelled City Council Meeting

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Planning Commission Meeting

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Architectural Review Committee

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City Council Meeting

The Arroyo Grande City Council is meeting to consider a consent agenda that includes adopting an ordinance to implement Senate Bill 9, which allows for duplexes and lot splits on single-family zoned properties. The council will also vote on several public works contracts, including a sewer lining project and drainage repairs, and will receive updates on COVID-19 efforts and water supply.

• Adopt ordinance implementing Senate Bill 9 for duplex development
• Award $132,270 sewer lining contract to Nu Line Technologies for Wood Place, Farroll/Sandalwood, Sandalwood/Cameron, and Woodland Back Yards
• Approve plans for Oak Park Drainage Repairs Project (PW 2020-04)
• Declare continued local COVID-19 emergency and authorize remote meetings
• Approve Temporary Use Permit for beer and wine sales at Heritage Square Park Summer Concert Series

The City Council approved a consent agenda including a $132,270 construction contract for sewer lining, adopted an ordinance to comply with Senate Bill 9 for two-unit residential development, and declared a continued local emergency for COVID-19. All votes were 3-0 with two members absent. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Awarded $132,270 sewer lining contract to Nu Line Technologies (3-0)
• Adopted SB 9 ordinance amending Title 16 for two-unit residential development (3-0)
• Declared continued local emergency for COVID-19 (3-0)
• Approved temporary use permit for beer/wine sales at summer concerts (3-0)
• Ordered summary vacation of portions of Le Point Street and Crown Terrace (3-0)
• Authorized Community Development Director to execute grant agreements for Active Transportation Plan (3-0)
• Approved construction plans for Oak Park Drainage Repairs (3-0)
• Ratified cash disbursements for May 16-31, 2022 (3-0)

Tourism Business Improvement District Advisory Board

The Tourism Business Improvement District Advisory Board will meet to approve past meeting minutes, review financial reports from July 2021 through May 2022, and discuss the planning process for the Fiscal Year 2022-23 marketing budget with Verdin Marketing. The meeting is a special hybrid in-person/virtual session.

• Approve minutes from April 25, May 23, and May 31, 2022 meetings
• Review and file financial status reports July 2021 through May 2022
• Discuss FY 2022-23 planning process with Verdin Marketing
• Review proposed FY 22-23 marketing budget and approved AGTBID budget

The Arroyo Grande Tourism Business Improvement District Advisory Board approved minutes from three prior meetings and reviewed financial reports showing TOT trending higher than last year. The board discussed the FY 2022-23 planning process with Verdin Marketing, including defining the town's personality for marketing and website improvements, but took no formal action on these items.

• Approved April 25, 2022 regular meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved May 23, 2022 special meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved May 31, 2022 special meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Reviewed and filed financial status reports July 2021 through May 2022

Planning Commission Meeting

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Architectural Review Committee

The Arroyo Grande Architectural Review Committee will meet to review two project items: a proposed administrative sign permit for new wall signs at Tasty Thai on Traffic Way, and a substantial conformance determination for revisions to a conditional use permit at 211 E. Branch St. The committee will make recommendations on these items. The rest of the agenda is procedural, including approval of minutes and public comments.

• Administrative Sign Permit 22-002 for new wall signs at 161 Traffic Way (Tasty Thai)
• Substantial Conformance Determination for Conditional Use Permit 21-005 at 211 E. Branch St.
• Approval of minutes from June 6, 2022 regular meeting
• Hybrid meeting format due to COVID-19, with public comment via Zoom or in person

The Architectural Review Committee voted 4-0 to continue the administrative sign permit for Tasty Thai at 161 Traffic Way to allow the applicant to modify the signage per committee suggestions. The committee also voted 4-0 to determine that revisions to Conditional Use Permit 21-005 at 211 E. Branch St. are in substantial conformance with the original approval.

• Approved minutes of June 6, 2022 regular meeting (4-0)
• Continued sign permit 22-002 for Tasty Thai to a date uncertain (4-0)
• Determined CUP 21-005 revisions at 211 E. Branch St. are in substantial conformance (4-0)

City Council Meeting

The Arroyo Grande City Council will hold a hybrid meeting to decide on several key items, including adopting a new transaction and use tax (sales tax), setting solid waste rates with increases through 2024, and introducing an ordinance to implement Senate Bill 9 for citywide housing development. They will also review the FY 2022-23 mid-cycle budget, approve a $2.15 million reserve appropriation, and select a tourism marketing firm.

• Adopt ordinance adding Chapter 3.23 for a Transaction and Use Tax (sales tax)
• Public hearing to adopt resolution establishing solid waste rates effective June 15, 2022, Jan 1, 2023, and Jan 1, 2024
• Introduce ordinance to implement Senate Bill 9 (Development Code Amendment 21-002, citywide)
• Approve FY 2022-23 Mid-Cycle Budget Update and 5-Year Capital Improvement Program; appropriate $2,150,000 from Reserve Fund Balance
• Select tourism marketing firm for AGTBID and authorize consultant agreement

The City Council approved the FY 2022-23 budget and 5-year capital improvement program, appropriating $2,150,000 from reserve funds toward sidewalk improvements, unfunded capital projects, and an employee retention program. The council also adopted a new solid waste rate schedule, introduced a Senate Bill 9 housing ordinance, and selected Verdin Marketing for tourism services. All votes were unanimous except the marketing firm selection, which passed 4-0 with one recusal.

• Adopted FY 2022-23 budget and 5-year capital improvement program (5-0)
• Appropriated $2,150,000 from reserves for sidewalk, capital projects, and employee retention (5-0)
• Adopted solid waste rate increases effective June 15, 2022, Jan 1, 2023, and Jan 1, 2024 (5-0)
• Introduced SB 9 ordinance allowing two-unit residential development in single-family zones (5-0)
• Selected Verdin Marketing for tourism marketing services (4-0, Barneich recused)
• Adopted sales tax ordinance adding Chapter 3.23 to municipal code (5-0)
• Approved MOU with Lucia Mar USD for School Resource Officer services (5-0)
• Approved MOU with Lucia Mar USD for free child care at Ocean View Elementary (5-0)

City Council Special Closed Session

This is a special closed session meeting of the Arroyo Grande City Council. The only substantive item is a closed-session conference with real property negotiators regarding the price and terms of payment for the property at 400 West Branch Street. The council will reconvene in open session at 6:00 p.m. and announce any reportable actions.

• Closed session: Conference with real property negotiators for 400 West Branch Street
• Negotiating parties: Dev Patel on behalf of Kamla Hotels
• Agency negotiators: City Manager Whitney McDonald and Assistant City Manager Bill Robeson
• Under negotiation: Price and terms of payment

Planning Commission Meeting

The Arroyo Grande Planning Commission will meet to consider a resolution approving street names for the Creekside Mixed-Use Development and a resolution finding the Capital Improvement Program for fiscal years 2022-23 through 2026-27 consistent with the General Plan. The agenda also includes approval of minutes and a list of administrative items, including vacation rental and business permits, for informational purposes.

• Street names for Creekside Mixed-Use Development at 415 E. Branch St
• Capital Improvement Program FY 2022-23 through 2026-27 consistency with General Plan
• Approval of May 17, 2022 meeting minutes
• 11 administrative items: vacation rentals, homestays, a dental office, a fitness studio, and a temporary use permit for Big Ditch Market

The Planning Commission approved a resolution finding the Capital Improvement Program for fiscal years 2022-23 through 2026-27 consistent with the General Plan. The vote was 4-0, with one commissioner absent. The commission also directed staff to investigate the purpose of Public Safety Video Cameras and report back at the next meeting. The consent agenda, including approval of minutes and proposed street names for the Creekside Mixed-Use Development, was also approved.

• Approved Capital Improvement Program resolution (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and street names for Creekside Mixed-Use Development (4-0)
• Directed staff to investigate Public Safety Video Cameras and report back

Architectural Review Committee

The Architectural Review Committee will review two proposed single-family residences for design compliance and make recommendations to the Community Development Director. The meeting also includes approval of the May 16, 2022 minutes and standard procedural items.

• Architectural Review 22-004: new 2,324 sq-ft home and 772 sq-ft garage at 305 Rodeo Court
• Architectural Review 22-006: new 2,591 sq-ft home with attached 705 sq-ft three-car garage on Larchmont Drive (APN 007-185-020)
• Approval of May 16, 2022 meeting minutes

The Architectural Review Committee recommended approval of two new single-family residences: one at 305 Rodeo Court and one on Larchmont Drive. Both recommendations passed unanimously, with one abstention on the first item. The committee also approved the minutes from the May 16, 2022 meeting.

• Recommended approval of new 2,324 sq ft home and 772 sq ft garage at 305 Rodeo Court (3-0, 1 abstention)
• Recommended approval of new 2,591 sq ft home with attached 705 sq ft garage on Larchmont Drive (4-0)
• Approved minutes of May 16, 2022 regular meeting (3-0, 1 abstention)

Tourism Business Improvement District Advisory Board Special Meeting

The Tourism Business Improvement District Advisory Board is holding a special meeting to receive presentations from two tourism marketing firms, Madison Strategies & Kassandra Maher Marketing and Verdin Marketing. After the presentations, the board will forward a recommendation to the City Council for approval. The meeting is hybrid, held in person and via Zoom.

• Presentations from Madison Strategies & Kassandra Maher Marketing and Verdin Marketing for tourism marketing services
• Board to forward a recommendation to City Council for approval

The Tourism Business Improvement District Advisory Board heard presentations from two marketing firms for the Visit Arroyo Grande account but deadlocked 2-2 on which to recommend. No recommendation was made to the City Council; the decision will be forwarded to the council's June 14, 2022 regular meeting.

• Motion to recommend Madison Strategies & Kassandra Maher Marketing failed (2-2, no majority)
• No recommendation made to City Council on marketing firm selection

City Council Meeting

The City Council voted 5-0 to place a local transactions and use tax (sales tax) measure on the November 8, 2022 ballot, introduced the related ordinance, and approved the argument in favor of the measure. The Council also continued the public hearing on the SB 9 development code amendment to June 14, 2022, and approved the 5-year review of the existing local sales tax. All other agenda items were approved as part of the consent agenda.

• Adopted resolution to place local sales tax measure on Nov. 8, 2022 ballot (5-0)
• Introduced ordinance adding Chapter 3.23 for transactions and use tax (5-0)
• Approved argument in favor of the sales tax measure (5-0)
• Continued SB 9 development code amendment hearing to June 14, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved 5-year review and continuation of local sales tax (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Pride and Juneteenth flag displays (5-0)
• Levied annual assessment for Tourism Business Improvement District (5-0)
• Adopted resolutions for Nov. 8, 2022 general municipal election (5-0)

Tourism Business Improvement District Advisory Board Special Meeting

The Arroyo Grande Tourism Business Improvement District Advisory Board will consider the preliminary Fiscal Year 2022-2023 budget and review proposals for marketing, communications, website management, and social media services. The board will forward recommendations to the City Council for final approval. The meeting is a special hybrid session held in person and via Zoom.

• Consideration of preliminary FY 2022-23 AGTBID budget
• Review of marketing services proposals from ShuBu, WeUsThem, Goodsides, Madison Strategies and Kassandra Maher Marketing, and Verdin Marketing
• Public comment period
• Hybrid meeting format under AB 361

The TBID Advisory Board unanimously approved the preliminary FY 2022-2023 budget, which increased the advertising fund from $166,500 to $225,000. The board also discussed marketing proposals but took no action, instead scheduling a special meeting for May 31 to hear presentations from two finalist firms.

• Approved preliminary FY 2022-2023 TBID budget (unanimous)
• Scheduled special meeting for May 31, 2022 for marketing firm presentations

City Council Special Closed Session

The City Council met in a special closed session to conduct a performance evaluation of the City Manager. No public comments were received, and no actions were reported out during the meeting. The meeting was held via teleconference due to COVID-19 concerns.

• Held closed session for City Manager performance evaluation (no action reported)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission approved Tentative Tract Map 21-001 and Conditional Use Permit 22-002 for a subdivision and construction of nine two-story residential units and a two-story mixed-use structure at 1214 E. Grand Avenue and 181 N. Elm Street. The motion passed unanimously. The commission also approved the consent agenda, including the May 3, 2022 minutes and a one-year time extension for Conditional Use Permit 19-002 at 207 Pilgrim Way.

• Approved Tentative Tract Map 21-001 and Conditional Use Permit 22-002 for 9 residential units and mixed-use structure (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including May 3, 2022 minutes
• Approved Time Extension 22-002 for Conditional Use Permit 19-002 at 207 Pilgrim Way

Architectural Review Committee

The Architectural Review Committee recommended approval of an administrative sign permit for a new business at 139 W. Branch Street, and recommended approval of the lighting and trash enclosure design for the Housing Authority of San Luis Obispo project, with a condition on LED lighting. Both recommendations passed unanimously (3-0).

• Recommended approval of Administrative Sign Permit 22-008 for signage at 139 W. Branch Street (3-0)
• Recommended approval of lighting and trash enclosure design for Conditional Use Permit 21-001, with condition that LED lighting be on warmer spectrum (3-0)
• Approved minutes of May 2, 2022 regular meeting (3-0)

City Council Meeting

The Arroyo Grande City Council will consider several items, including a proposed Child Care Assistance Grant Program, updated goals for FY 2022-23, and a resolution to continue closing Short Street for a pedestrian plaza. They will also discuss a conceptual design for Short Street and decide on sewer lining project specifications. The agenda includes routine consent items like financial reports and a COVID-19 emergency resolution.

• Approve construction specs for Wood Place, Farroll/Sandalwood, Sandalwood/Cameron, & Woodland Back Yards Sewer Lining Project (PW 2021-10)
• Adopt resolution supporting grant application for US 101/Brisco-Halcyon Road Interchange Modification Project
• Approve Engineer's Reports and resolutions to levy assessments for Parkside Village, Grace Lane, and Landscaping and Lighting District No. 1 (FY 2022-23)
• Consider updated Council Goals and Priorities for FY 2022-23
• Discuss Short Street closure and pedestrian plaza conceptual design

The City Council approved the updated FY 2022-23 Goals and Priorities, authorized continued closure of Short Street for pedestrian use, and approved a Child Care Assistance Grant Program. It also adopted a resolution supporting a grant application for the US 101/Brisco-Halcyon Road Interchange project, with Mayor Russom dissenting. All other consent agenda items were approved unanimously.

• Approved updated Council Goals and Priorities for FY 2022-23 (5-0)
• Adopted resolution authorizing continued closure of Short Street for pedestrian use (4-0, Mayor Pro Tem George absent)
• Approved Child Care Assistance Grant Program and authorized City Manager to execute agreements (5-0)
• Adopted resolution supporting US 101/Brisco-Halcyon Road Interchange grant application (4-1, Mayor Russom dissenting)
• Approved consent agenda items 8.a-8.i (5-0)
• Ratified cash disbursements for April 1-15, 2022
• Adopted resolution declaring certain property surplus
• Adopted resolution continuing local COVID-19 emergency and remote meetings

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission voted 4-1 to recommend changes to the draft SB9 housing ordinance before forwarding it to the City Council. The changes include allowing up to six units with ADUs, removing parking requirements, and evaluating fee mitigation. The commission also approved the consent agenda, including a time extension for a conditional use permit, and elected new officers.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes and time extension for CUP 16-005 (unanimous)
• Recommended SB9 ordinance changes to City Council (4-1)
• Failed initial motion to recommend specific SB9 changes (vote not recorded)
• Elected Glenn Martin as Chair (5-0)
• Elected Jamie Maraviglia as Vice Chair (5-0)

Architectural Review Committee

The Architectural Review Committee recommended approval of a sign permit for a new business at 201 East Branch Street and a tentative tract map and conditional use permit for nine residential units and a mixed-use structure at 1214 E. Grand Avenue and 181 N. Elm Street. Both recommendations passed unanimously (4-0). The committee also approved minutes from two prior meetings.

• Approved minutes of March 21, 2022 meeting (3-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved minutes of April 18, 2022 meeting (3-0, 1 abstention)
• Recommended approval of Administrative Sign Permit 22-007 for a wall sign at 201 East Branch Street (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Tentative Tract Map 21-001 and Conditional Use Permit 22-001 for 9 residential units and mixed-use structure at 1214 E. Grand Avenue and 181 N. Elm Street (4-0)

City Council Meeting

The Arroyo Grande City Council is meeting to discuss infrastructure financing, including directing staff to prepare a 1% local sales tax increase ballot measure for the November 8, 2022 election. The council will also consider the Brisco Interchange Modification Project, with a recommendation to pursue the No Project Option. Several consent agenda items include ratifying cash disbursements, adopting a recovered organic waste procurement policy, and continuing the COVID-19 local emergency.

• Direct staff to prepare 1% sales tax ballot measure for Nov 8, 2022 election
• Brisco Interchange Modification Project: consider design proposals, direct No Project Option
• Adopt resolution for Recovered Organic Waste Product Procurement Policy (SB 1383)
• Ratify cash disbursements for March 16-31, 2022
• Adopt resolution continuing local COVID-19 emergency

The City Council directed staff to prepare a ballot measure for the November 8, 2022 election seeking a 1% local sales tax increase as a general tax, with language on fund use, an annual allocation report, and a public hearing every five years. The council also received the 2022 PMP Update and directed staff to defer award of a design contract for the Brisco Interchange project to pursue new funding with SLOCOG. All consent agenda items were approved unanimously.

• Directed staff to prepare 1% sales tax ballot measure for Nov. 8, 2022 election (5-0)
• Received and filed 2022 PMP Update report (5-0)
• Directed staff to defer Brisco Interchange design contract award and work with SLOCOG on new funding (4-1)
• Approved consent agenda items 8.a-8.g (5-0)
• Ratified cash disbursements for March 16-31, 2022 (5-0)
• Adopted recovered organic waste product procurement policy per SB 1383 (5-0)
• Declared continued local emergency related to COVID-19 pandemic (5-0)
• Set public hearing for May 24, 2022 on AGTBID assessments (5-0)

Tourism Business Improvement District Advisory Board

The TBID Advisory Board approved the minutes from the February 28 and March 28, 2022 meetings, and approved the financial status reports for July 2021 through March 2022, with revenue collected through February 2022. The board also received a quarterly marketing update from Verdin Marketing, which reported a 62% increase in Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) for the third quarter year-over-year and noted that 2019 lodging occupancy numbers have been surpassed. No other substantive decisions were made; items on metrics, applicant review, and proposal review were discussed only.

• Approved minutes of Feb 28 and Mar 28, 2022 meetings (unanimous)
• Approved financial status reports July 2021–March 2022 (unanimous)

Planning Commission Meeting

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Architectural Review Committee

The Architectural Review Committee recommended approval of objective design standards for SB 9 projects, with revisions including a sliding scale for unit size, tiered height limits, and allowing rooftop decks. The committee also approved a new single-family residence at 331 Rodeo Court and re-elected its chair and vice chair.

• Recommended SB 9 objective design standards as revised (4-0)
• Approved new 3,667 sq ft residence at 331 Rodeo Court (3-0)
• Approved minutes of April 4, 2022 meeting (3-0)
• Re-elected Warren Hoag as Chair (unanimous)
• Re-elected Bruce Berlin as Vice Chair (unanimous)

City Council Meeting

The Arroyo Grande City Council will consider adopting an ordinance establishing by-district elections for four council members, an urgency ordinance for a military equipment use policy, and a resolution declaring a continued COVID-19 local emergency. They will also review a solid waste rate increase request, update the master fee schedule, and discuss a potential permanent parklet program.

• Adopt ordinance for by-district elections (Chapter 2.21)
• Adopt urgency ordinance for military equipment use policy (AB 481)
• Approve Amendment #3 to solid waste franchise agreement with South County Sanitary Services
• Set public hearing for June 14, 2022 on waste collection rate increase
• Adopt resolution updating operating fees effective June 13, 2022

The Arroyo Grande City Council adopted an ordinance establishing by-district elections for four council members, defining district boundaries, and scheduling election order, with Mayor Russom dissenting. The council also approved a consent agenda including a military equipment use policy, a solid waste franchise amendment, and a resolution for a Swinging Bridge funding request. A public hearing was set for June 14, 2022, to consider waste collection rate increases, and a resolution updating the Master Fee Schedule was adopted. No action was taken on a potential permanent parklet program, which was discussed only.

• Adopted by-district elections ordinance (4-1)
• Approved consent agenda items 8.a-8.n except 8.e and 8.g (5-0)
• Appointed Myraline Morris Whitaker to Tourism Business Improvement Advisory Board (5-0)
• Adopted urgency ordinance establishing military equipment use policy (consent)
• Approved Amendment #3 to solid waste franchise agreement with South County Sanitary Services (consent)
• Adopted resolution approving FY2023 Community Project Funding request for Swinging Bridge (consent)
• Adopted resolution updating Master Fee Schedule (5-0)
• Set public hearing for June 14, 2022, for waste collection rate increase (5-0)

Planning Commission Meeting

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Architectural Review Committee

The Architectural Review Committee will consider two project reviews: exterior alterations and new paint colors for a residential building at 251 Larchmont Drive, and final architectural details for a conditional use permit at 211 E. Branch St. The committee will make recommendations or determinations on consistency with design guidelines. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from prior meetings and routine procedural items.

• Architectural Review 22-002: exterior alterations and new paint colors at 251 Larchmont Drive
• Final project details for Conditional Use Permit 21-005 at 211 E. Branch St.
• Approval of minutes from Feb. 28 and Mar. 21 ARC meetings

The Architectural Review Committee approved exterior alterations and new paint colors for a residential building at 251 Larchmont Drive, recommending the Community Development Director approve the project as submitted. The committee also approved final project details for a conditional use permit at 211 E. Branch St., confirming revisions were consistent with prior tentative approval and Village Design Guidelines. Both decisions passed unanimously (3-0) with two members absent.

• Approved minutes of February 28, 2022 Special Meeting (3-0)
• Recommended approval of exterior alterations at 251 Larchmont Drive (3-0)
• Approved final project details for Conditional Use Permit 21-005 at 211 E. Branch St. (3-0)

Brisco-Halcyon Interchange Subcommittee

This agenda for the Arroyo Grande Brisco-Halcyon Interchange Subcommittee meeting on 2022-03-30 contains only boilerplate interface text and no substantive agenda items. No decisions, discussions, or specific topics are listed.

Tourism Business Improvement District Advisory Board Special Meeting

The Tourism Business Improvement District Advisory Board will meet to review and approve the FY 2021-22 annual report prepared by Verdin Marketing, and to review and approve a Request for Proposals (RFP) for marketing, communications, website management, and social media services. Both items are recommended for approval and forwarding to the City Council.

• Review and approve FY 2021-22 Annual Report from Verdin Marketing
• Review and approve 2022 RFP for marketing, communications, website management, and social media services
• Meeting held in hybrid format per AB 361 at City Hall, 300 E. Branch Street, Arroyo Grande

City Council Meeting

The Arroyo Grande City Council will hold a public hearing on establishing by-district elections for four council members, introduce an ordinance on safe-and-sane fireworks, and conduct study sessions on short-term rentals and Senate Bill 9 (housing development). The council will also consider ratifying cash disbursements, extending the COVID-19 emergency declaration, and receiving a monthly water supply update.

• Public hearing and introduction of ordinance establishing by-district elections for four council members (Plan 202 Mod Final)
• Adoption of ordinance amending Municipal Code Chapter 8.08 on sale and discharge of Class C 'safe and sane' fireworks
• Study session on potential revisions to Short Term Rental Ordinance 663 (vacation rentals and homestays)
• Study session to provide direction on a new ordinance implementing Senate Bill 9 (housing development)
• Resolution declaring continued local emergency related to COVID-19 and authorizing remote teleconference meetings

Architectural Review Committee

The Architectural Review Committee will review architectural details for a project at 211 E. Branch St. associated with Conditional Use Permit 21-005, and will decide if the design complies with the Village Design Guidelines. The committee will also approve minutes from the February 28 meeting and elect a Chair and Vice Chair for the coming year. The meeting is hybrid in-person/virtual due to COVID-19.

• Review of architectural details for Conditional Use Permit 21-005 at 211 E. Branch St.
• Approval of minutes from the February 28, 2022 special meeting
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair effective April 2022 through March 2023

Planning Commission Meeting

This agenda for the Arroyo Grande Planning Commission meeting on March 15, 2022, contains no substantive items. The text is entirely procedural boilerplate from the eSCRIBE agenda system, with no listed decisions, discussions, or public hearings.

City Council Special Closed Session

This is a special closed-session meeting of the Arroyo Grande City Council. The only substantive item is a closed-session performance evaluation of the City Manager, conducted under Government Code Section 54957. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no public action items or decisions scheduled.

• Closed session: public employee performance evaluation of City Manager

The Arroyo Grande City Council met in special closed session on March 11, 2022, to conduct a performance evaluation of the City Manager. No public comments were received, and the City Attorney announced there was no reportable action from the closed session. The meeting was held via teleconference due to COVID-19, per AB 361.

• Held closed session for City Manager performance evaluation; no reportable action

City Council Meeting

The Arroyo Grande City Council is holding a public hearing to consider adopting new water and wastewater rates for fiscal years 2021-22 through 2025-26, and another hearing on creating a district-based election system. The council will also consider consent items including a fireworks ordinance, a COVID-19 emergency resolution, and a playground project purchase.

• Public hearing on water and wastewater rate adjustments effective April 19, 2022
• Public hearing on district-based election system and final district maps
• Introduction of ordinance amending fireworks regulations and resolution establishing $1,000 fine for illegal fireworks
• Approval of purchase of PIP surfacing for Elm Street Park playground using OMNIA Partners agreement
• Resolution declaring continued local emergency related to COVID-19 pandemic

The City Council unanimously adopted a resolution establishing water and wastewater rates for fiscal years 2021-22 through 2025-26, despite receiving 15 written protests (far below the 4,404 needed for a majority protest). The Council also directed staff to bring back an ordinance adopting district-based elections using Plan 202 Mod, with elections for Districts 1 and 4 in 2022 and Districts 2 and 3 in 2024, in a 4-1 vote. Additionally, the Council approved the Community Service Grant Program allocations for FY 2021-22 as modified, and introduced an ordinance amending fireworks regulations with new fines for illegal fireworks.

• Adopted water and wastewater rate resolution for FY 2021-22 through 2025-26 (5-0)
• Directed staff to bring back ordinance for district-based elections using Plan 202 Mod (4-1)
• Approved Community Service Grant Program allocations for FY 2021-22 as modified (5-0)
• Introduced ordinance amending safe and sane fireworks regulations and adopted resolution establishing fines for illegal fireworks (5-0)
• Adopted resolution declaring continued local emergency related to COVID-19 (5-0)
• Approved purchase of PIP surfacing and installation services for Elm Street Park playground (5-0)
• Adopted resolution to continue emergency contracts for storm drain repair at 251 East Grand Avenue (5-0)
• Accepted 2021 General Plan Annual Report and directed forwarding to state agencies (5-0)

Architectural Review Committee

This agenda for the Arroyo Grande Architectural Review Committee meeting on March 7, 2022, contains no substantive items. The text is entirely procedural boilerplate from the eSCRIBE agenda system, with no listed decisions, discussions, or public hearings.

Planning Commission Meeting

The Arroyo Grande Planning Commission is meeting virtually to receive and file the 2021 General Plan Annual Report for final acceptance by the City Council. The agenda also includes approval of the December 21, 2021 meeting minutes and notification of two administrative decisions (a vacation rental and a two-story addition) with appeal deadlines. No public hearings are scheduled.

• Receive and file 2021 General Plan Annual Report
• Approve minutes of December 21, 2021 Regular Meeting
• Administrative decision: Vacation rental at 847 Meadowlark Drive (appeal deadline March 2, 2022)
• Administrative decision: Two-story addition at 305 Short St (appeal deadline March 7, 2022)

The Planning Commission unanimously agreed to receive and file the 2021 General Plan Annual Report for final acceptance by the City Council. The commission also approved the minutes of the December 21, 2021 meeting and received notices of two administrative approvals for a vacation rental and a two-story addition. No public hearings were held.

• Approved minutes of December 21, 2021 regular meeting (unanimous)
• Received and filed 2021 General Plan Annual Report for City Council acceptance (unanimous)
• Received notice of administrative approval for vacation rental at 847 Meadowlark Drive
• Received notice of administrative approval for two-story addition at 305 Short St

Tourism Business Improvement District Advisory Board

The Tourism Business Improvement District Advisory Board will meet virtually to approve prior meeting minutes, review financial reports from July 2021 through January 2022, consider scheduling a special meeting to review the annual report, and receive a marketing update from Verdin Marketing.

• Approve minutes of January 24, 2022 regular board meeting
• Review and file financial status reports for July 2021 through January 2022
• Consider scheduling a special board meeting on March 28, 2022 to review FY 2021-2022 annual report
• Receive marketing update from Verdin Marketing

The Tourism Business Improvement District Advisory Board approved the minutes of the January 24, 2022 meeting and the financial reports for July 2021 through January 2022. The board also voted to schedule a special meeting on March 28, 2022, to review and approve the FY 2021-22 annual report prepared by Verdin Marketing. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of January 24, 2022 regular meeting (unanimous)
• Approved financial reports for July 2021 through January 2022 (unanimous)
• Scheduled special board meeting for March 28, 2022 to review annual report (unanimous)

Architectural Review Committee Special Meeting

The Architectural Review Committee is holding a special meeting to continue reviewing architectural details for a project under Conditional Use Permit 21-005. The committee will provide design direction to the applicant. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the February 14, 2022 special meeting. The meeting is conducted via Zoom due to COVID-19.

• Continued review of architectural details for CUP 21-005
• Approval of minutes from February 14, 2022 special meeting
• Public comments accepted via Zoom or email to Andrew Perez
• Meeting held virtually due to COVID-19 under AB 361

The Architectural Review Committee continued review of Conditional Use Permit 21-005, directing the applicant to move toward a Western design theme using stone and siding, and to incorporate details from the I.O.O.F. Hall. The committee requested that proposed materials be available for viewing at City Hall before the next meeting. The minutes were approved with revisions to attendance.

• Approved minutes of Feb 14, 2022 special meeting with attendance revisions (4-0)
• Directed applicant to pursue Western theme with stone and siding for CUP 21-005
• Advised incorporating I.O.O.F. Hall details (storefront, recessed windows, roofline, textured materials)
• Requested proposed materials be displayed at City Hall before next consideration

City Council Meeting

The Arroyo Grande City Council will hold a public hearing on draft district-based election maps and discuss potential changes to municipal code regarding the sale and discharge of Class C fireworks, including a possible prohibition. The council will also receive updates on COVID-19 efforts, the city's mid-year financial status, and progress on council goals.

• Public hearing on creation of district-based election system and draft maps (Plans 901, 902, 903)
• Discussion on Municipal Code Section 8.08 regarding Class C fireworks, including possible complete prohibition
• Budget adjustment request of $27,550 for new Associate Engineer position in Public Works
• Resolution to continue local emergency related to COVID-19 pandemic
• Rejection of all bids for Swinging Bridge Retrofit Project (PW 2021-06)

City Council Special Closed Session

The Arroyo Grande City Council is holding a special closed session to discuss real property negotiations for the property at 400 West Branch Street. The council will meet via Zoom due to COVID-19 precautions and will reconvene in open session at 6:00 p.m. to announce any reportable actions. The agenda contains only this one closed-session item and standard procedural items.

• Closed session: conference with real property negotiators for 400 West Branch Street
• Negotiating parties: Dev Patel on behalf of Kamla Hotels
• Agency negotiators: Whitney McDonald, City Manager; Bill Robeson, Assistant City Manager/Public Works Director
• Under negotiation: price and terms of payment
• Meeting held via Zoom webinar due to COVID-19

The City Council met in a special closed session to discuss the price and terms of payment for the property at 400 West Branch Street, with City Manager Whitney McDonald and Assistant City Manager Bill Robeson as negotiators and Dev Patel representing Kamla Hotels. City Attorney Timothy Carmel announced that there was no reportable action from the closed session. The meeting was held virtually due to COVID-19 and adjourned at 5:54 p.m.

• Held closed session to negotiate price and terms for 400 West Branch Street with Kamla Hotels
• Announced no reportable action from the closed session

Architectural Review Committee

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Planning Commission Meeting

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Architectural Review Committee Special Meeting

The Architectural Review Committee is holding a special meeting to continue reviewing architectural details tied to Conditional Use Permit 21-005 for a property at 211 E. Branch St. The committee will consider staff recommendations, receive public comment, and provide direction to the applicant. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the February 7, 2022 regular meeting. The meeting is conducted via Zoom due to COVID-19.

• Continued review of architectural details for Conditional Use Permit 21-005 at 211 E. Branch St.
• Approval of minutes from February 7, 2022 regular meeting
• Public comment period for items not on the agenda
• Meeting held via Zoom webinar due to COVID-19 (AB 361)

The Architectural Review Committee reviewed architectural details for Conditional Use Permit 21-005 at 211 E. Branch St., hearing support from the applicant and opposition from two residents. The Committee discussed staff recommendations and asked for more detail in the plans. It voted unanimously to continue the item to a Special Meeting on February 28, 2022, at 2:30 p.m. to reach consensus on design direction. The Committee also approved the February 7, 2022, meeting minutes with an added annotated vote.

• Approved the February 7, 2022, Regular Meeting minutes with the annotated vote added to Item 8.a (5-0)
• Voted to continue the meeting past 5:00 p.m. to discuss staff recommendations (5-0)
• Voted to continue the 211 E. Branch St. item to a Special Meeting on February 28, 2022, at 2:30 p.m. (5-0)

City Council Meeting

The Arroyo Grande City Council will hold public hearings on an appeal of a vacation rental approval, an ordinance amending accessory dwelling unit regulations and tiny homes on wheels, and CDBG project funding for 2022. The consent agenda includes ratifying cash disbursements, approving an updated CalPERS salary schedule, and continuing the local COVID-19 emergency. The council will also receive updates on countywide COVID-19 efforts and progress on its fiscal year 2021-22 goals.

• Appeal Case 21-007: vacation rental at 1562 Strawberry Ave; staff recommends denying appeal and approving Plot Plan Review 21-029
• Introduction of ordinance amending Title 16 (AGMC) on accessory dwelling units and tiny homes on wheels (Development Code Amendment 20-001)
• Resolution approving CDBG projects for Year 2022
• Resolution to continue emergency contracts and transfer $115,800 from ARPA funds for storm drain repairs at 251 E Grand Ave (PW 2021-12)
• Resolution declaring continued local emergency related to COVID-19 pandemic

The City Council denied an appeal of the Planning Commission's approval of a minor use permit for a vacation rental at 1562 Strawberry Ave, thereby approving the plot plan review. The council also directed staff to modify the proposed ADU ordinance to remove Tiny Homes on Wheels and add design standards, and approved CDBG projects for 2022. All other items were routine consent agenda approvals.

• Denied appeal 21-007 and approved plot plan review 21-029 for vacation rental at 1562 Strawberry Ave (5-0)
• Directed staff to modify ADU ordinance to remove Tiny Homes on Wheels and add design standards (3-0)
• Approved CDBG projects for Year 2022 (5-0)
• Adopted resolution approving updated CalPERS salary schedule (5-0)
• Adopted resolution declaring continued local COVID-19 emergency (5-0)
• Approved $115,800 ARPA transfer for storm drain repair at 251 E Grand Ave (5-0)
• Ratified cash disbursements for Jan 1-15, 2022 (5-0)
• Continued update on Council goals to a future meeting (5-0)

Downtown Parking Advisory Board

The Downtown Parking Advisory Board will discuss the impacts of parklets on parking in the Village, including safety and design standards. The board will also consider appointing a member and alternate to the Community Service Grant Committee and approve minutes from a prior meeting. The meeting is held via Zoom due to COVID-19.

• Discussion of parklets in the Village and their impact on parking, safety, and design standards
• Consideration of appointing one board member and one alternate to the Community Service Grant Committee
• Approval of minutes from August 11, 2021

Architectural Review Committee

The Architectural Review Committee will hold a virtual meeting to review two projects: a viewshed review for 305 Short St. and architectural details for a conditional use permit at 211 E. Branch St. The committee will also consider approving the minutes from the December 20, 2021 meeting. Public comments are invited via Zoom or written submission.

• Viewshed Review 22-001 at 305 Short St. for compliance with Historic Character Overlay District design guidelines
• Review of architectural details for Conditional Use Permit 21-005 at 211 E. Branch St., with staff-recommended modifications
• Approval of minutes from December 20, 2021 regular meeting
• Meeting conducted via Zoom due to COVID-19, per AB 361

The Architectural Review Committee recommended approval of the project at 305 Short St. to the Community Development Director, finding it compliant with Design Guidelines. The committee also continued the review of architectural details for 211 E. Branch St. to a special meeting on February 14, 2022, after expressing preliminary concerns about compatibility with the existing structure and Village character.

• Approved minutes of Dec. 20, 2021 meeting with modification (3-0, 2 abstentions)
• Recommended approval of Viewshed Review 22-001 at 305 Short St. (5-0)
• Continued review of CUP 21-005 details at 211 E. Branch St. to special meeting Feb. 14, 2022 (5-0)

Planning Commission Meeting

This agenda for the Arroyo Grande Planning Commission meeting on February 1, 2022, contains no substantive items. The text is entirely procedural boilerplate from the eSCRIBE agenda system, with no listed decisions, discussions, or public hearings.

City Council Meeting

The Arroyo Grande City Council will hold a public hearing on an appeal of a Planning Commission approval for a vacation rental at 263 Spruce St, Unit D, with a recommendation to deny the appeal. The council will also consider several consent items, including annual adjustments to development impact and sewer connection fees, a continued COVID-19 emergency declaration, and a cost-sharing agreement for the Central Coast Blue water project. A project update and approval of the Local Road Safety Plan are on the agenda as new business.

• Appeal Case 21-006: vacation rental at 263 Spruce St, Unit D
• Annual adjustment of Development Impact Fees based on ENR Construction Cost Index
• Annual adjustment of Sewer Connection Fees based on ENR Construction Cost Index
• Cost Sharing Agreement with Grover Beach and Pismo Beach for Central Coast Blue project
• Resolution authorizing application for CalRecycle/SB 1383 grant (estimated $24,046)

The City Council denied an appeal of a Planning Commission approval for a vacation rental at 263 Spruce St, Unit D, and approved the plot plan review with added conditions requiring garage parking and signage. The council also approved a cost-sharing agreement for the Central Coast Blue water project and authorized a state loan application, and adopted the Local Road Safety Plan.

• Denied appeal 21-006 and approved Plot Plan Review 21-033 for vacation rental at 263 Spruce St, Unit D (3-2)
• Approved cost sharing agreement for Central Coast Blue project (5-0)
• Authorized application for State Revolving Fund loan for Central Coast Blue project (5-0)
• Adopted Local Road Safety Plan (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including CalRecycle grant application, fee adjustments, and COVID-19 emergency resolution (5-0)

Tourism Business Improvement District Advisory Board

The Tourism Business Improvement District Advisory Board will meet virtually to elect a chair and vice chair for 2022, approve prior meeting minutes, and review financial reports. They will also receive marketing updates, discuss new website cost estimates for Visit Arroyo Grande, and consider appointing a board member to the Community Service Grant Committee.

• Election of 2022 Chair and Vice Chair
• Review and file financial reports July–December 2021
• Receive marketing update from Verdin Marketing for Oct–Dec 2021
• Discuss new website cost estimates for Visit Arroyo Grande
• Appoint board member and alternate to Community Service Grant Committee

The Tourism Business Improvement District Advisory Board elected Sean Dasmann as Chair and Yvette Eagles as Vice Chair for 2022. The board also approved the October 25, 2021 meeting minutes and received financial status reports for July through December 2021. Appointments were made to the Community Service Grant Committee, with Yvette Eagles as representative and Sean Dasmann as alternate. No other substantive decisions were made; items on website costs and events strategies were only discussed.

• Elected Sean Dasmann as Chair and Yvette Eagles as Vice Chair for 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of October 25, 2021 regular board meeting (unanimous)
• Received and filed financial status reports for July–December 2021 (unanimous)
• Appointed Yvette Eagles to Community Service Grant Committee (unanimous)
• Appointed Sean Dasmann as alternate to Community Service Grant Committee (unanimous)

Planning Commission Meeting

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Architectural Review Committee

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City Council Special Closed Session

The City Council will meet in a closed session to discuss real property matters. Negotiators will discuss price and terms for one property and a lease renewal for another.

• Negotiation of price and terms for property at Harden Street at North Mason Street
• Negotiation of a lease renewal for 202 Le Point Street

The City Council met in a special closed session to discuss real property negotiations for two properties: Harden Street at North Mason Street and 202 Le Point Street. No reportable action was taken, and the meeting adjourned without any substantive decisions.

• Held closed session for property negotiation at Harden Street at North Mason Street (no action)
• Held closed session for lease renewal at 202 Le Point Street (no action)

City Council Meeting

The Arroyo Grande City Council will consider approving a Water and Wastewater Rate Study and setting a March 8, 2022 public hearing for potential rate increases, with a Proposition 218 notice to follow. The council will also receive a COVID-19 update, consider adopting a Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice Policy, and handle routine consent items including ratifying cash disbursements and declaring a continued local emergency.

• Water and Wastewater Rate Study approval and setting public hearing for March 8, 2022
• Resolution declaring continued local emergency related to COVID-19 pandemic
• Resolution to continue emergency work on storm drain system at 251 East Grand Avenue
• Adoption of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice Policy
• Ratification of cash disbursements for December 1-15, 2021

The City Council approved a resolution adopting the Water and Wastewater Rate Study, directing staff to issue Proposition 218 notifications and schedule a public hearing for March 8, 2022, to consider rate adjustments for fiscal years 2021-2026. The council also adopted a Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice Policy and approved the consent agenda, including a continued COVID-19 emergency declaration and emergency storm drain repair contract. No public comments were received on any agenda item.

• Adopted Water and Wastewater Rate Study and set public hearing for March 8, 2022 (5-0)
• Adopted Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice Policy (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items 8.a-8.e (5-0)
• Ratified cash disbursements for Dec 1-15, 2021
• Adopted resolution declaring continued COVID-19 local emergency
• Adopted resolution to continue emergency storm drain repair at 251 East Grand Avenue
• Approved minutes of Dec 14, 2021 meeting

Planning Commission Meeting

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Architectural Review Committee

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