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HomeMy WebLinkAbout08/17/1964REGULAR MEETING OF CITY COUNCIL August 17, 1964 - 7:30 P.M. CITY HALL Invocation was given by Mayor Clay P. Davidson. Roll Call Present: Clay P. Davidson, Miss Margaret McNeil, Donald Q. Miller, Clell W. Whelchel Absent: R. L. Graves, Jr. City Staff Present: P. Chapman, Director of Planning 6 Building; J. H. Fitzpatrick, City Clerk; W. Flory, Superintendent of Parks & Recreation; id. M. Houser, City Attorney; R. D. Miller, Administrative Officer; D. F. Romero, City Engineer; L. Schlobohm, Fire Chief; W. Schofield, Police Chief. The minutes of August 3 and 7, 1964, were held over. On motion of Councilman Whelchel, second by Councilman Miller, the claims against the City for the month of August, 1964 were approved subject to the approval of the Administrative Officer. 1. On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilwoman McNeil, the following Grant Deeds and Agreements for street widening and curb, gutter and sidewalk on Foothill Boulevard, were approved and the Mayor was authorized to sign the Agreements on behalf of the City and the Grant Deeds to be recorded: Frances M. Atwood Elmer C. Meier and Elva D. Meier James F. Merson and Alice V. Mersor. Serafino J. & Carmel Martinelli 2a. J. H. Fitzpatrick, City Clerk, reported on bids received for the construction of benches and planters at each end of crosswalk located on Higuera Street between Chorro and Morro Streets. They were as follows: Madonna Construction Company $3,790.00 Volny Construction Company $4,253.00 Administrative Officer Miller and Planning Director Chapman recommended that the City not proceed with this project as the bids received are substantially higher than the estimated cost. On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilwoman McNeil, that all bids be rejected and that action be deferred. Motion carried. 2b. Communication from the City Planning Commission regarding telephone at Higuera Street in the proposed crosswalk, was ordered received and filed. 3. J. H. Fitzpatrick, City Clerk, reported on bids received for the installation of new light fixtures and wiring for recreation building social hall. They were as follows: A -1 Electric Company Thoma Electric Company $943.00 $949.00 plus On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Whelchel, the low bid of A -1 Electric was accepted. Motion carried. 1 City Council Minutes August 17, 1964 Page -2- R. The following letter was received from David F. Romero, City Engineer, regarding parking meters from Rockwell Manufacturing Company and from Duncan Miller: "This afternoon we received bids for 134 parking meters from Rockwell Manufacturing Company and from Duncan Miller. The price for the Duncan Millers, including trade -ins, is $6,619.40, minus five (5) percent for cash payment within thirty days. The Rockwell meters are priced at $6,454.00, minus five (5) percent for cash payment within thirty days. The Rockwell meters do not meet the specifications in that they are automatic rather than manual. I recommend that the Duncan Miller manual meters be purchased. I am certain that the $165.40 differential would be more than compensated within a very short period of time by the quicker collections, the lack of winding, the easier repair and fewer jams inherent-in the Duncan Miller meters. " R. D. Miller, Administrative Officer, concurred in the recommendation of the City Engineer and recommended that the Duncan Miller meters be purchased. With the acquisition, all older meters could be taken off the streets and about half of the older meters in the lots. On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilwoman McNeil, that Duncan Miller meters be accepted. Motion carried, Councilman Whelchel voting no. 4. On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilwoman McNeil, the following resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1325,.a resolution increasing the 1964 -65 Budget. (Account No. 211.14, Skinner Inspection Fees, (Tr. 202) be added in the amount of $6,337.50, and the unbudgeted reserve be decreased by $6,337.50) Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote: AYES: Clay P. Davidson, Miss Margaret McNeil, Donald Q. Miller, Clell W. Whelchel NOES: None ABSENT: R. L. Graves, Jr. 5. At this time the City Council considered the appointment of a member to the City Planning Commission. Mayor Davidson announced that two fine men were being considered and the majority of the Council seemed to favor Mr. Evans. He wished to make the appointment unanimous and that any future vacancy be given to Mr. Bill Miller. Mr. Bill Miller thanked the Council for its consideration. On motion of Councilman.Miller, seconded by Councilwoman McNeil, Mr. John Evans was appointed as the new member to the City Planning Commission filling the vacancy left by Mr. John Feliciano, resigned. Motion carried. 6. On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Whelchel, the following ordinance was introduced for final passage. Ordinance No. 2$8, an ordinance amending a portion of Ordinance No. 244 (1962 series), which provides for the granting of a franchise for Cable TV in the City of San Luis Obispo. Finally passed on the following roll call vote: AYES: Clay P. Davidson, Miss Margaret McNeil, Donald ,4.Miller, Clell W. Fhelchel NOES: None ABSENT: R. L. Graves, Jr. City Council Minutes August 17, 1964 Page -3- 7a. At this time the City Council held a public hearing on the Precise Planned Development maps of Tract No. 330, 331, and 332 in the Skinner Development at Laguna Lake. Mayor Davidson declared the public hearing open. The following communication was received from the Planning Director, Peter Chapman: "Resolution No. 99 -64 of the Planning Commission recommends approval of the Precise Planned Development subject to: 1. Three year time limit. 2. Recognition of variation in yard dimensions as shown on the plan. 3. Acceptance of two extra apartment units compared with the preliminary plan. This proposal substantially follows the preliminary plan approved by the Council, with the exception that two additional apartment units have been included. The driveway accesses to the duplexes have been modified at the request of the Commission to release curb frontage for parking." D. F. Romero, City Engineer, reported on the final tract map of Tracts No. 330, 331, and 332 and Mr. Skinner requested special consideration in having the Council approve the final maps prior to approval of the Planning Commission, City Engineer, etc. Mr. Romero recommended this procedure for Mr. Skinner, with the Council to approve the final map subject to the Planning Commission approval, Engineer's approval and approval by the Council of agreement to control the lake and shoreline. Ray C. Skinner appeared before the Council urging the Council to expedite this matter as he wishes to proceed with the construction within one week. He then presented artists sketches of the type of building he is planning on these three tracts. Mayor Davidson declared the public hearing closed. On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilwoman McNeil, the following resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1328, a resolution approving the final map of Tracts No. 330, 331 and 332 and Precise Development Plan on said tracts, subject to the following conditions: 1. Planning Commission approval, final approval by the City Engineer, filing of covenant restricting developments in the lake. 2. Filing of final map checking fees. 3. Covenants, considerations and restrictions for condominium. 4. Filing title search. Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote: AYES: Clay P. Davidson, Miss Margaret McNeil, Donald Q. Miller, Clell W. Whelchel NOES: None ABSENT: R. L. Graves, Jr. Mayor Davidson congratulated Mr. Skinner on his development including consideration for recreation. 13. At this time the City Council Garbage Committee presented their report as follows: 1 1 City Council Minutes August 17, 1964 Page -4- "The Garbage Committee has met with representatives of the Garbage Company and feels that in view of the substantial change in disposal operation entailed by the conversion from simple dumping and burning to a cut and cover operation, a change in the rate structure is possibly warranted. At this time however, we have only the Garbage Company engineer's report which is quite favorable to the Garbage Company as a basis for the rate revision. The Committee feels that a mandatory subscription to garbage service by each residence and business, combined with burning restrictions, might also have some merit and should be considered at this time. It might also be possible to combine billing and collection of garbage revenues with the monthly water and sewer bill, thereby providing a substantial economy in overhead expense and a method of enforcement on delinquent accounts. In view of all the possibilities for revision and operation under considera- tion, it would appear that the City should avail itself of technical assistance in order to arrive at a rate structure fair to both the contractor and the citizens of the City. It is suggested therefore, that the City retain a consultant with experience in the engineering and accounting fields to analyse present garbage company operations, review the proposed cut and cover operation, and consider the implications of a mandatory subscription and burning restriction (if this is the Council's wish) in order to arrive at an equitable rate structure. If the Council has no objection, it is suggested Mr. Houser contact an engineering and accounting provide the service outlined above." Mayor Davidson, as a member of the committee, exI recommendations and reasons for study and reason collection. that Mr. Miller and firm for a proposal to �lained the background of the for considering compulsory On motion of Mayor Davidson, seconded by Councilman Miller, the recommendations were accepted to procure proposal from qualified consultant. MDtion carried. 8. At this time the City Council held a public hearing on the report of the Superintendent of Streets for installation of sidewalk for the following persons: Mayor Davidson declared the public hearing open. The following are persons having sidewalk, etc., installed: LOCATION OF WORK WORK DONE AMOUNT C. G. & P. Bowden 302 Cuesta Drive Const. 54J iineal ft. of $144.00 4' wide detached sidewalk. Remove 71 lineal ft. of house walk and replace to curb.. Slope yard. The following persons have requested the three (3) year option. Gladys Bassetti 795 Lincoln Street Const. 97J lineal ft. $199.00 5'5" wide sidewalk adjacent to the existing curb including a 9' bottom driveway ramp D.E. & J.H. Gallock 539 Chorro Street Form & Finish to const. $303.00 74 lineal ft. 6' integral sidewalk, curb and gutter including a 16' bottom driveway ramp. City Council Minutes August 17, 1964 Page -5- Lily N. Lee 236 Cuesta Drive Const. 50 lineal ft. of $137.00 4' wide detached sidewalk. Remove 72 lineal ft. of house walk and replace to curb. J.W. & M.W. McGregor 337 Cuesta Dr. Const. 55 lineal ft. of $115.25 3'5" wide sidewalk adjacent to curb and slope yard. Painters Union 1336 629 Chorro St. Const. 135 lineal ft. 6' $745.00 integral sidewalk, curb and gutter including 2 - 16' bottom driveway ramps J.M. & C. Ries 755 Chorro St. Const. 89 lineal ft. of $812.00 6' integral sidewalk, curb and gutter. Const. 65 lineal ft. 4' detached side- walk, curb, and gutter including a 16' bottom driveway ramp. Const. 14 lineal ft. curb & gutter & 48 sq. ft. sidewalk at return. F.R. & D.M. Stefancich 321 Cuesta Dr. Const. 55 lineal ft. of $115.25 3'5" wide sidewalk adjacent to curb. Mary G. Black & Mildred Waterman 645 Chorro St. Const. 77 lineal ft. 6' $399.00 integral sidewalk, curb and gutter. On motion of Councilman Qhelchel, seconded by Councilman Miller, the following resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1329, a resolution confirming costs of sidewalks constructed pursuant to the Municipal Code, etc., and also accepted waiver of notice and request that the City install improvements on Lot 1, Block 66 for Joseph M. Ries. Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote: AYES: Clay P. Davidson, Miss Margaret McNeil, Donald i. Miller, Clell W. i- ]helchel NOES: None ABSE21f : R. L. Graves, Jr. 15. The following communication was received from Seth G. Kinney regarding Lots 25 and 26, California Park: "Your Engineering Department reports to us that we must offer for dedication to the City a portion of our land along the southerly most edge of the property for a street and cul de sac with curb, gutters and sidewalks to be installed before we can develop the remaining portion of the property. We feel this is taking an unfair advantage of us in demanding only us to give so much property and development costs that will be of more benefit to the surrounding properties and general public than to ourselves for this street development. We are willing to extend Monte Vista straight across our property to our easterly most line, which is no more than right and due, and do hereby offer this to you for dedication. However, to insist that we give and develop a cul de sac out of our property for no compensation we feel is unfair and unjust." City Council Minutes August 17, 1964 Page -6- D. F. Romero, City Engineer, explained that there was some question regarding whether the cul de sac bulb at the end of Monte Vista Place had ever been dedicated, that for the past year it had been assessed as private property. He pointed out that a public cul de sac bulb was needed at the end of this street and that it would serve equally as well in front of the Kinney property or in front of the Gracia property. S. G. Kinney appeared before the City Council and said that his letter stated his position and objected to giving extra land for the street. W. M. Houser, City Attorney, explained that the City's present requirement for the dedication and improvement of a cul de sac was the result of extensive negotiations by the City staff and City Planning Commission and Mr. and Mrs. Kinney and their attorney. He stated that at the time the Planning Commission approved the requested use permit, the Kinney's were in complete agreement with the conditions imposed. D. F. Romero, City Engineer, explained the Planning Commission conditions on this use permit as follows: The requirements of the Planning Commission called for improvement of a modified cul de sac on the Kinney property showing 32' radius at the curb line with 6' integral sidewalks. However, this bulb would fall partially within property under the ownership of the Gracias. Mr. Romero explained that the bulb could work satisfactorily if curb, gutter and sidewalk were not installed across the Gracia property, even though this would be a non - standard improvement. Mr. Kinney stated that it was his understanding some formal action should be taken by the Council to assure the Kinneys that when the conditions of the Planning Commission were met, the City would accept the improved street and permit the multiple use of the land. He further stated that there was no logical reason for improving that portion of the Gracias property which was included in the recommended cul de sac. On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilwoman McNeil, that the City Council accept the street and cul de sac when improved and dedicated, as recommended by the City Planning Commission. Mr. Kinney is to place improvements on his property only. Motion carried. 98. At this time the City Council held a public hearing on the recommendation of the City Planning Commission to rezone from R -1 to R -3 that property located at 150 N. Santa Rosa Street. Mayor Davidson declared the public hearing open. Mr. Chapman, Planning Director, explained to the City Council why the Planning Commission recommended R -3 zoning for this property. The following communication was received from the City Planning Commission: "Resolution No. 97 -64 of the City Planning Commission recommends rezoning of the above property from R -1 to R -3. Mr. Duveneck applied to have this property rezoned to R -4. There were no public objections to this request, however the Planning Commission felt that some of the uses permitted in the R -4 zone would be inappropriate on this property, particularly in view of the difficult access situation. They, therefore, recommended R -3 zoning." Mr. Duveneck stated that he had requested R -4 and believed that R -4 uses were to his advantage and further, he could make use of R -4 uses, and he was protesting the R -3 recommendation of the Planning Commission. Mrs. Kinney appeared before the City Council in support of Mr. Duveneck's appeal to rezone to R -4. Councilman Miller supported the appeal of Mr. Duveneck for zoning to R -4 as he believed that the request is justified and that R -4 zoning should be granted. City Council Minutes August 17, 1964 Page -7- Mayor Davidson stated he believed that this property should be developed under the provisions of the Planned Development sections of the Code, particularly to control traffic access to Santa Rosa Street. He believed that R -4 zoning is the correct zone but that it should be developed under the Planned Development. Mr. Duveneck briefed the City Council on the history of his attempt in the past seven years to get his property rezoned to R -4 that he could make proper use of his property. He listed for the Council studies he has made in traffic for the City Council and Planning Commission and he believed that R -4 is the zoning he is entitled to. The City Council discussed the appeal of Mr. Duveneck for zoning his property to R -4 instead of R -3 as recommended by the Planning Commission. Mayor Davidson declared the public hearing closed. On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Whelcbel, an ordinance was introduced rezoning property from R -1 to R -4. Ordinance lost on the following roll call vote: AYES: Donald Q. Miller, Clell W. Whelchel NOES: Miss Margaret McNeil, Clay P. Davidson ABSENT: R. L. Graves, Jr. ' Mr. Chapman suggested that the Council could rezone this property with the suffix of "S" which would control the development of any portion of the property. He explained at the request of the Council, what affect the suffix "S" to a zone implied. City Attorney Houser, upon question, stated he did not believe that the "S" classification would control access or traffic flows; it would only control layout, etc. Mr. Duveneck urged that some rezoning be made in his property as he believed he was entitled to it as he has been trying for seven (7) years to get this property rezoned so that he can realize the potential of his property. He stated that he paid dearly for this property and now wishes to make something from the investment. He feels he has spent much money and time on this rezoning plan and he has been encouraged by prior Councils and Planning Commissions to get access to Santa Rosa and now that he has paid a tremendous sum of money for access and feels that he should get the zoning so he can make use of his land. Further, he stated that he is presently negotiating with a developer to put in a mobile home operation. Councilman Miller explained Mr. Duvencek's problems and prior Council encouragement to Mr. Duveneck to get access prior to zoning. On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Whelchel, an ordinance was introduced rezoning property from R -1 to R -3. Mayor Davidson stated that he was against it for traffic danger only. Ordinance lost on the following roll call vote: AYES: Donald Q. Miller, Clell W. Whelchel NOES: Miss Margaret McNeil, Clay P. Davidson ABSENT: R. L. Graves, Jr. City Council Minutes August 17, 1964 Page -8- 12. Traffic Committee Report of August 6, 1964. 64 -8 -1C The Traffic Committee has approved the location of two platforms for display of bicycles in the downtown area as follows: one in the red zone in front of the J. C. Penney store and another in the parking meter zone in front of the Woolworth's store. This is in line with the previous Council approval and is subject to the Chamber of Commerce group working with the Police Department to make sure that the installations conform to good safety practices. The Council had no objection. 64 -8 -2T The Traffic Committee has received a request from the Hotel Obispo for restoration of one hotel loading zone in front of the hotel so that transients might be accommodated. We feel that the rare instances where such a zone would be needed would not justify the reservation of a parking meter space in such a heavily used parking area. Communication received from Agnes M. Hughes, Hotel Obispo, requesting that the parking space be reinstated, as it is hurting her business because she has no space for transient renters to pack and unpack from their automobiles. 64 -8 -3T Some time ago the Council authorized two 12 minute green zones in front of the Veterinarian Hospital on Higuera Street. It was intended that an additional green zone or zones would be installed when the building construct ion was completed across the street adjacent to the Department of Motor Vehicles. At this time the Traffic Committee recommends that an additional 12 minute green zone be established in front of 305 Higuera Street, this being the east side. On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Whelchel, the following resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1331, a resolution establishing a 24 minute parking zone on Higuera Street. Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote: AYES: Clay P. Davidson, Miss Margaret McNeil, Donald .). Miller, Clell W. Whelchel NOES: None ABSENT: R. L. Graves, Jr. 64 -8 -4T We have had a request for a temporary traffic device at Murray and Santa Rosa Street because of the blockage of Foothill due to the bridge construction. We feel that if we were to ask the Division of Highways for such a temporary device, the major portion of the crisis would be over by the time we had completed the paper work. However, there is some feeling that there will be a traffic problem at this intersection even after the Foothill improvement is completed, and it is requested that the City Engineer be authorized to write to the Division of Highways requesting that they consider the feasibility of installing traffic signals at this location. The City Council had no objection. 64 -8 -5C In regard to the suggestion that pedestrian buttons be placed on the traffic signals at Foothill and Chorro, we suggest that the City Clerk be authorized to write to Mrs. Roberts advising her that the City is mailing a realignment and widening study at this location, and will consider her suggestion at the same time. The City Council had no objection. 64 -8 -6C In regard to the request for a school crossing guard at Grand and Monterey, the City Engineer points out that it will be impossible to analyze the various intersections in the City until school goes back into session and we can make pedestrian counts. However, it appears that the counts at this location will fall far short of justifying a crossing guard City Council Minutes August 17, 1964 Page -9- and we recommend against a guard at this location. We would plan on making a study at this corner along with many other locations in the City and would advise the Council if there was any change in thinking as a result of the study. On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilwoman ikNeil, that a crossing guard be assigned at this intersection. Motion carried. 10. J. H. Fitzpatrick, City Clerk, reported on referendum petition filed against the Sign Ordinance. He submitted the following affidavit: "I, J. H. Fitzpatrick, City Clerk of the City of San Luis Obispo, hereby certify that I have carefully checked the names on the petition,filed on August 6, 1964 protesting the adoption of Ordinance No. 285, 1964 Series, with the Affidavit of Registration in the County Clerk's Office, and that it contains the signatures of the required number of registered voters." City Attorney Houser explained the options open to the Council on this referendum: A. That the Council would repeal the Ordinance; or B. That the Council could submit the Ordinance to the electors for their approval of disapproval at either a special or regular election. He stated that if the Council desired to hold a special election at the same time the November, 1964 General Election is held, it would be necessary to pass the required resolutions calling for the special election and requesting its consolidation with the General Election, which would have to be delivered to the County Board of Supervisors on or before September 4, 1964. Also, that the Ordinance subject to the referendum could not go into effect unless ' and until approved by a majority of the voters. On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Whelchel, that this matter be held over to the regular City election in April, 1964. Motion carried. Councilman Whelchel moved that the Council Sign Committee be authorized to meet with proponents of the referendum and see if a compromise could be arrived at. Motion lost for the lack of a second. Councilman Miller stated that people have asked for a repeal and if not repealed they wish t o vote on it and should be allowed to vote on it. Councilwoman McNeil agreed with Councilman Miller. City Attorney Houser explained the problems in repealing and then rewriting an ordinance that would be satisfactory to the petitioners. That it would be difficult to ascertain which particular portions of the contested Ordinance would have to be modified to satisfy the over 1,200 petitioners and that no group has the right to speak for all of them. That if the referendum is successful, the Council would still have the right to amend the existing Sign Ordinance, but the amendments could not be so designed to evade the effect of the referendum. 1 14a. At this time the -City Council considered the acceptance by the City of RERC action report and approval of final payment for the report. Communication from the Real Estate Research Corporation regarding discrepancies in their recent data distributed to the City of San Luis Obispo. Peter Chapman, Planning Director, stated that he believed that the report was a waste of money and is largely a rehash of existing reports prepared by Wise, the Planning Commission and the Chamber of Commerce. The report does not explain how the City can best attract industry to the area, where it should go, what should be done about the provision of utilities, rezoning or annexation in order to make improved sites available to show industrial prospects. City Council Minutes August 17, 1964 Page -10- Councilman Miller agreed that he believed that the report was very poor. Mayor Davidson explained that the original P.ERC report included the action portion of the program and that the last report was one to be prepared for issue to prospective industrial developers. City Engineer Romero made the following remarks regarding the RERC report: Mr. Romero explained that he was quite disappointed in the action portion of the RERC report. It had been his understanding that the consultant would compile information on a great number of industrial parcels and present this to the industrial firms which might be interested in relocating in San Luis Obispo. Administrative Officer Miller stated that he understood that the second report was to be handed to industrial prospects and was to be tailor made for each prospect. Since the City staff had not been directly involved in the negotiation with RERC to have the study conducted, he did not feel that they were in a good position to determine whether or not the contract had been complied with. On motion of Mayor Davidson, seconded by Councilman Whelchel, that the RERC payment for $4,100.00 be approved. Motion carried, Councilman Miller voting no. Ray C. Skinner stated that he felt the first report was good, but that the enthusiasm for the second or action report was a let down and now he does not know how to get the action committee on the go again and to try and generate some enthusiasm. Mayor Davidson stated that the Economic Development Committee is studying the complete report and are planning on going ahead with the action program as suggested by RERC. Further, he stated that the first report presented an action program which he believes is complete and proper. 16. Communication from John E. Gordon, Laguna Lake Village, requesting that the Council grant them an extension of one (1) year for the recording of the map of Tract No. 293. On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman ldhelchel, the request was approved. Motion carried. 17. Communication from J. L. & Barbara Penick, 836 Mission Street, informing the City Council of the hazards created by the construction of Foothill Boulevard Bridge, was ordered received and filed. 18. At this time the City Council considered a request to the Division of Highways for widening of Highway No. 1 along present alignment north of the 101 Freeway. On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Whelchel, that the Mayor be authorized to request the Division of Highways to widen Santa Rosa Street from 101 Freeway north. Motion carried. 1 19a. The City Council discussed further the proposed future Orcutt grade separation structure. Peter Chapman, Planning Directors stated this appeared to be foolish to have an additional study made when it has already been done once and there was no assurance that an additional study would be acceptable to the Council. 19b. Communication from David F. Romero, City Engineer, requesting some Council guidance as to how he should proceed with the acquisition of properties in the vicinity of the Orcutt Road grade separation. City Council Minutes August 172 1964 Page -11- On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilwoman McNeil, that D. Jackson Faustman be authorized to proceed with his proposed study at $2,650.00. Motion lost on the following roll call vote: AYES: Miss Margaret McNeil, Donald Q. Miller NOES: Clay P. Davidson, Clell W. Whelchel ABSENT: R. L. Graves, Jr. 23. Proposal by D. Jackson Faustman to make traffic flow survey. Proposal by D. Jackson Faustman to provide study on off- street parking needs. D. F. Romero, City Engineer, pointed out that the long range parking needs study proposed in both the traffic flow and off - street parking study proposals of Faustman's were already adequately covered by Mr. Larry Wise studies under the 701 program and that these should be eliminated from the Faustman proposal. Planning Director Chapman stated that he intended to submit his Mission Plaza report early in September. This will recommend the closing of Monterey Street opposite the Mission and the provision of additional parking areas in the immediate vicinity. He suggested that action on Mr. Fdustman's proposals be deferred until the Council had considered the new Mission Plaza plan. The matter was held over to the meeting of September B, 1964. 21. Request of Ray C. Skinner for further consideration and discussion by the Council of his request to allow assessment financing of subdivision improve- ments, etc. Administrative Officer Miller made the following comments: The Council had received copies of letters citing the experience of other cities. There seemed to be no question of the usefulness of assessment districts for financing improvements in built up areas. There was a great deal of development by assessment districts for major trunk facilities extending to subdivisions. However, the real controversy came in when you started to talk about in -tract improvements. Communication received from David E. Hartley, Stone & Youngberg, reporting that upon the request of Mr. Ray C. Skinner, they had made an investigation into the different uses of special assessment procedures and they found that it could be a desirable procedure for cities like San Luis Obispo under certain conditions. Ray C. Skinner stated that he believed after this study that special assess- ment financing would fit his development very well as he wished to use this type of financing for his off -tract improvements to install all streets in not only this tract, but to areas yet to be done, particularly to put a fully improved road on the perimeter of his future subdivision so as to get access to his mobile home park. He also wanted to have all the roads and other improvements so that prospective purchasers can see just what is going to be done with the land. Through assessment financing he stated that he would then put in these long range improvements with long term financing at a relatively low interest rate compared to conventional borrowing methods. He asked that the City Council pass a resolution for special assessment financing to be allowed in the City. Councilman Miller suggested that the Mayor appoint a Council committee to meet with Mr. Skinner and Stone & Youngberg to look into the proposal to use assessment financing. City Council Minutes August 17, 1964 Page -12- Mr. Skinner stated he did not feel that assessment financing would encourage over - building as he felt that the market would set the pace. On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Whelchel, that the City Council authorize the Mayor to appoint a committee to meet with the staff to consider use of assessment financing within the City. Motion carried. Councilman Miller left the meeting at 11:20 P. M. 20. Communication from David F. Romero, City Engineer, regarding the proposed sewer and water assessment district on lower Higuera Street, was held over to September 8, 1964. 22. Councilman Donald Q. Miller's suggestion that the Council restudy the possibility of having a municipal bus system, was ordered held over. 24. Peter Chapman, Planning Director, to present a report on the Mission Plaza proposal for creek study by the County, was held over. 25. Peter Chapman, Planning Director, to report on recommended 1964 -65 street tree planting program, was ordered held over. 26. Communication from Charles Delmartini, et al, appealing the decision of the Planning Commission in denying his requested rezoning from R -1 to R -3 of property at Foothill Boulevard and Tassajara Street, was received and filed. (to be set for public hearing September 7, 1964) 27. Communication from Senator Vernon L. Sturgeon acknowledging receipt of the City of San Luis Obispo Resolution No. 1319 requesting that the Reservoir behind Oroville Dam be named Lake Edmonston, was received and filed. 28. Communication from the Department of Administrative Management. County of San Luis Obispo, informing the City Council that the Board of Supervisors has reviewed the resolution of intention to levy a hotel -motel room tax of 4% and that a decision will be made by them after various cities within the County have indicated their intent on the subject, was ordered received and filed. 29. Communication from the City of Arroyo Grande forwarding a resolution of intention to levy a hotel -motel room tax of four per cent (4 %) passed by the City Council of the City of Arroyo Grande, was ordered received and filed. 30. Resolution of the City Council of the City of Napa encouraging the continued provision of adequate school sites and joint recreation use, was received and filed. 31. Report of the Youth Corps activities for the weeks of July 2? through 31 and August 3 through 7, 1964, were ordered received and filed. 32. Commander Gullickson has requested that the City Council turn their disaster plans into him so that he may update them, was ordered received and filed. 33. Communication from the Division of Highways forwarding a pamphlet entitled, "A Plan to Promote Proper Traffic Operations on Cross Roads near Interchange, 1963 ", for the Council's information,was ordered received and filed. 1 1 City Council Minutes August 17, 1964 Page -13- Y. Mrs. Warshawski appeared before the City Council on behalf of Attorney Robert Wendt, representing the Committee For Better Taxi Cabs Operation, and made the following statement: "Certain clients that I represent have asked me to present a request to the Council regarding the A & M Taxi Cab Company. Section 6240.12 prescribes that the certificate of public convenience and necessity shall be suspended or revoked when 2. The taxicab or taxicabs are operated at a rate of fare other than that approved by the Council. My clients believe they can present evidence to the Council which will show that the A & M Cab Company has cut rates for sometime now, in violation of Section 6240.12, sub - section 2. We request that the Council suspend the A & M Cab Company certificate of public convenience and necessity or in the alternative, set the matter for hearing before the Council as provided for in Section 6240.12." City Attorney Houser stated that the Municipal Code provided for a full hearing with the taxi company being entitled to present evidence and be represented by counsel, and that certainly, before setting such a hearing, the Council was entitled to more specific charges and some preliminary review of the extent of such charges. On motion of Mayor Davidson, seconded by Councilwoman McNeil, the City Taxi Committee is to investigate charges and make recommendation to the Council at the next meeting. Motion carried. Z. On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Mayor Davidson, Miss McNeil was granted permission to leave the State from August 20, 1964 to September 12, 1964. Motion carried. On motion of Mayor Davidson, seconded by Councilwoman McNeil, the meeting adjourned to August 31, 1964 at 7:30 P. M. Approved: August 31, 1964 H. FITZPATRICK, CITY CLERK