Cayucos Citizens Advisory Council Minutes Dec. 5, 2007 Vet’s Hall

Meeting called to order by President Ed Carnegie –7:05pm [approx. 45 in public attendance]

Present: Arley Robinson, John Carsel, Carol Baptiste (Alt), Ed Carnegie, MaryAnn Carnegie, Bill Shea (Alt), Harry Wiese, Lynn Schoennauer, Roland Hutchinson, Dirk Langer, Mike Hargett, Margaret Ambrose Savage, DeAnne Harland,, Marie Jaqua, Terry Moore, Greg Bettencourt, Larry Fishman, Frank Otis, Clay Selkirk--Absent, None,

Minutes 11/5/07 minutes approve: G. Bettencourt 2^ndL. Schoennauer passed with verbal approval

Treasurer’s Report: beginning balance: $1,371.25;

expenditures rent <$150, ASAP $54.52> + deposit $18.00=Ending Balance of $1,184.72

Public Comments: use the microphone, state name, and resident of ---- 3 minute time limit

• Mike Cannon/Cayucos: would like to see the Rt. 12 bus schedule have earlier depart times—was asked to obtain more info to actually justify to the community

• Todd Cornwall [Mannix St.]/Cayucos—concern with noise of surfers—possibly have a quiet zone sign—is a private access way; not up to the CCAC to do this

•Paul Choucalas/Cayucos: project on Ocean;—wondering what his role can be on this project

•Connie Paine/Cayucos: also talked with Todd Adams-no topo done; feels it is obviously over 28ft. high

Public Agencies:

County Sheriff Commander Ben Hall-no crime evaluation reports; had 2 commercial burglaries; council public asked about possibility of making citizen’s arrest to detain violators while waiting for law enforcement to arrive.–response-- better to be a good witness, as the liability risk you may take can be great

California Hwy.Patrol/ State Parks/Cayucos Sanitary Dist no representative present

Co. Planning–Kerry Brown—re: ministerial project on Ocean—was reviewed by the intake planner; conditions were not set; a topo map is needed to set benchmark; ANG inspector has been informed, but process is that the applicant calls for the inspection; several other questions from the floor ensued; however, an inspection has to be made every 6 months otherwise apply for an extension; applicant has been informed of concerns and complaints. Concern expressed on def. Of parapet vs. a deck—would it make a difference?

Co. Public Works–Dave Flynn for Nola/— camping ordinance--similar to Oceano; signs on Hwy 1 helped out; beware though, as ordinance covers the entire community, recently was made a parking violation thus becomes a civil issue; discretionary enforcement—on public premises, not private property; is a $200 violation in Avila; posted on signs as a deterrent; sometimes just regulate certain streets but then campers would move around. Questioned the process—goes to BOS first [maybe in July]; signs would be approx. 1.5 x 1ft. if town-wide will be posted on entrances only. Motion: [J. Carsel-to ask for the support of the BOS to pass an ordinance in the form of the present one, but expanded to include entire length of Cabrillo, South end of town and within the entire URL of Cayucos. Signage to be at town entrances and in designated problematic areas—especially around 3^rd St. 2^nd L. Schoennauer-carried unanimously.

Cayucos Chamber of Commerce-Bill Shea- Mixer went well; May Madness tickets will be selling soon; Chamber meets third Wed. of each month 5:30PM

Supervisor Gibson:

· Loss to the community, Pat Silvera, Sec. At Cayucos School-services this Sunday 1PM Vet’s Hall

· Re-explained the 85% rule for speeding laws; also re: inspections on projects—there is a process and will discuss with building to respect the balance of the process

· Gates have now been installed at both north and south entrances to hillsides, and someone placed 2 large rocks at one of the gates to make entrance even more difficult.

· Regional Transit Association-a well reasoned request will get more attention—work with Mike Cannon

· Viewshed Ordinance-final action on 12/5/07, was able to participate in this hearing as property was not involved since now only 1 mile from Hwy. 1—just put on the records that it was a gross insult to our community and to viewshed protection

· Re: policy of staff participation at all council meetings—end by 10PM; excuse staff by 8:30/9:0PM. Management says staff needs to get home earlier unless extraordinary circumstances.

COMMITTEE REPORTS:

Land Use: discussed the idea of porches enclosed & to be or not be a part of GSA—architects Jon McAlpin /John MacDonald not present to provide input on projects under discussion tonight. Had been discussed at land Use Committee on Dec. 4. Esposito Project, 198 Ocean Ave. AKA Chevron gas station—met with full support from the Land Use Committee. Parking is better arranged for safer traffic flow on busy corner, more ADA compliant; larger retail sales for food, no sit down dining, only gas station in town, good fast food service for beach traffic. Should business change in future-review again.

Public Safety: thanked PW for gates; graffiti is not a problem in Cayucos yet, but should there ever be any seen please report immediately in order to stay on top of this; also wants to thank local jeweler for cigarrett butt containers and for the Sr. Center for helping pay for them.

Margaret Ambrose Savage asked to form an ad hoc committee for traffic concerns on Ocean Ave. Hopes to employ non-traffic engineering designs to calm traffic. Will meet with a few other members, Co. PW to come up with possible solutions—limit committee to 3-4 maybe contact Vera Wallen /Dirk Langer

break 8:30-8:40PM

Committee Reports continued

Recreational: Shaun Cooper of County Planning/Parks met with interested residents Friday 10am to visually mark off proposed park and its being moved 80 ft. north because of underground fiber optics Motion: M. Jaqua—accept the changes on the park being moved 80 ft. north, otherwise there are no other substantial changes. 2^nd J. Carsel. Roll Call vote-unanimous. Parks will update us as progress continues.

Community Design/Utilities/bylaws—no reports

Ad Hoc-Sidewalk Committee-working with businesses; will meet with the CC in Jan.

OLD BUSINESS

A. LOST AT SEA MEMORIALPROPOSED. BILL BENICA discussed proposed memorial as just wanting a memorial for ceremonies held in the small plaza outside of the Vet’s Hall on the pier side. Memorial names no names—is for ALL—i.e. fishermen, boaters, military—anonymous. Parks Dept. will have say, but would like the blessings of the council since the proposed memorial will be a permanent part of annual ceremony held. Will work with Vet Hall management; was suggested that the clapper be removed when not in use to prevent unnecessary noise and possible vandalism of this item. Perhaps even bring a mallet instead of a clapper. Motion: [G. Bettencourt] to accept as presented, the Lost at Sea memorial to be installed near or somewhere about the Vet’s Hall 2^nd[L. Fishman]. Verbal vote taken and no opposition was voiced.,

B. Events Ordinance: A clean version had been emailed or handed out to all. Ag. Tourism Coalition letter also read to see how or if the ordinance complemented their concerns. Constructive comments centered on how practice al and timely the process would or wouldn’t be for permits, would applicants be aware of the reality of the timeline for such permits? MUP usually take 4-6 months. Ordinance had been directed by the BOS in 2004 because of the cumbersome process—but has this one gone through County Counsel for input there. Seems to deter events. The positive side is that wineries have been formally defined and with them hosting several events this was beginning to impact surrounding neighbors. A table format as provided by the Planning Commission for a clearer understanding might be more helpful for all in order to view the process all in one place. Mainly would like to see the proper use of Ag. Land with non-Ag. functions to protect Class I lands especially. . Motion: [J. Carsel] accept the proposed events ordinance [2^nd L. Schoennauer] Motion carried.

New Business:

Next month’s CCAC Mtg. should it be moved from the first Wednesday January 2 to the second Wednesday, January 9? Verbal vote approved to move Jan. CCAC Mtg. to Jan. 9

Good of the Order: have a very Merry Christmas and safe New Year’s

Adjournment: 9:50PM.

Respectfully Submitted:

Mary Ann Carnegie Date:

Acting Secretary

Motion to Approve:- Seconded: