HomeMy WebLinkAbout04/19/1965REGULAR MEETING OF CITY COUNCIL
April 19, 1965 - 7:30 P. M.
CITY HALL.
Invocation was given-by Mayor Clay P. Davidson
Roll Call
Present: Clay P. Davidson, R. L. Graves, Jr., Miss Margaret McNeil,
1 Donald Q. Miller, Clell W. Whelchel
City Staff
Present:. P..Chapman,.Director of Planning and Building;
J. H. Fitzpatrick, City Clerk; W. M. Houser, City
Attorney; R. D. Miller, Administrative Officer,
D. F. Romero,City Engineer. Battalion Chief Wainscott,
Fire Department; W. Schofield, Police Chief.
On motion of Councilman Whelchel, seconded by Councilman Graves, the minutes of
March 29, 1965 were approved as presented. Motion carried.
On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilwoman McNeil, claims against
the City for the month of April 1965 were - approved, subject to the approval of
the Administrative Officer.
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6. At this time the City Council continued a discussion on the matter of repairs
to property and street on Highland Drive.
In accordance with the Council's action at the meeting-of April 5, 1965, Mr. Wool-
pert kad prepared -an agreement which provided for the work to be done by the City
with Mr. Ferrini making red rock available free of cost and that'the adjoining
lots would be returned to substantially the same condition that they were in be-
fore the slide. That Mr. Robert Williams, on behalf of the property owners,
and the City Engineer were in agreement on the method of correcting the problem
and as soon as the report from the City's consultant was received, they would
agree upon the extent of the work, and upon completion of the construction,
were to so state in writing that the work had been.completed. The agreement
further provided that any rights existing against the other parties from the
slide'or from the construction would be waived upon completion.
City Engineer Romero explained delay in receiving the report from Franklin and
Associates.
On motion of Councilman Miller; seconded by Councilman Whelchel, that the agree-
ment be accepted and the Mayor was authorized to sign said agreement on behalf
of the City. Motion carried.
A. Dave Stickler, Cal Poly student whose group is cooperating with the Cancer
Society in raising funds for the drive by selling empty cigarette cartons to
people who wish to contribute to the drive. He asked that they be allowed to
use part of Lot 6 for a period from 10:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. on Saturday.
The Council suggested that the group consider use of the Mission Plaza Park
(small) at Chorro and Monterey Streets.
' On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Miller, approval was
granted for use of the Mission Plaza area.
Traffic Committee Report of April 7, 1965.
65 -4 -8C. On the request for two 12 minute time limit parking spaces along
side the American Cleaners establishment, the Traffic Committee feels that
such a zone would be helpful for short term parkers in the area. It is there-
fore recommended that the first two spaces north of the American Cleaners
driveway ramp on the west side of Johnson Avenue be designated as 12 minute
green zones.
City Council Minutes
April 19, 1965
Page 2
65 -4 -9T The postal authorities have suggested the establishment of an-
other snorkel mail box on Morro Street for motorists on Marsh who are unable
to get to the left hand side of the street. The Traffic Committee concurs
that this would be helpful and suggests that the bos be placed on the West
side of Morro just south of the driveway ramp into the Post Office parking
lot and that the two parking meter zones south of this driveway ramp be re-
placed with a white loading zone.
65 -4 -IOC A traffic hazard has been called to our attention for visitors
to the Sleep -Off- The - Highway Motel entering South Street because of the cars
parked on the south side of the street west of the motel entrance. It is
therefore suggested that a NO Parking Zone be established with signs reading:
"No Parking Between Signs" extending from the Gallagher Electric property
line easterly to the motel entrance.
Mr. Gallagher objected due to minimal amount of parking in the area now and
that elimination of the spaces proposed will only make it worse on the other
businesses in the area.
Mr. Harris also objected, stating that all available parking is needed.
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Whelchel, item
65 -4 -IOC was dropped from the report. Motion carried.
65 -4 -IIT We have had a request for an additional street light in the 200
block of Sandercock Street which is a rather long block extending from Cypress
to Beebee. We recommend the addition of a street light in mid - block. No
objection was made by the City.Council. The City Engineer was authorized to
proceed.
65 -4 -12T We have had a request for a red.zone on the east side of Santa
Barbara Avenue south of the Kelly -Moore driveway ramp to improve visibility
for cars leaving the Kelly -Moore parking lot. The Traffic Committee recog-
nizes this visibility problem and recommends that 60 feet of red zone be
established south of the driveway ramp.
The matter was re- referred to the Traffic Committee.
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Whelchel; the follow
ing resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1410,.a resolution establishing
limited parking on Johnson Avenue and Morro.Street. (Traffic Committee, report
8C and 9T)
Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Clay P. Davidson, R.L. Graves, Jr., Miss Margaret McNeil,
Donald Q. Miller, Clell W. Whelchel
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
IA. On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Whelchel, the City
Engineer to present plans and specifications for construction of sidewalk on
Foothill Boulevard Culvert, for Council consideration at the meeting of May 3,
1965. Motion carried.
4. At this -time the City Council held a public hearing on the recommendation
of the Planning Commission to establish building setback lines on Higuera St.
from Marsh St., south to the City limits.
Mayor Davidson declared the public hearing open.
The followi.ng.communication was received from the Planning Commission:
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April 19, 1965
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"The Planning Commission held a public hearing on setback lines for Higuera
Street from Marsh Street south to the City limits, prepared by the City
Engineer.
There were no public comments on these proposed setback lines, and the
Planning Commission therefore recommends that.the City Council adopt the
setbacks proposed by the City Engineer."
City Engineer Romero explained to the Council.and public present the need
for establishing.setbacks. He then presented a map showing the propsed
building setback line for Higuera Street from Marsh Street to the City
limits and explained in detail the hasis used for setting the line.
Mayor Davidson declared the public hearing closed.
On motion of Councilman Whelchel, seconded by Councilman Miller, that this
matter be over for thirty (30) days so that the property owners involved
could study and discuss this proposal with the Council. MOtion carried.
2. On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Miller, the follow-
ing ordinance was introduced for final passage. Ordinance No. 309, an ordin-
ance amending certain provisions of the Municipal Code for collection and
disposal of garbage.
Mayor Davidson declared the public hearing open.
No presentations or comments were made from the public present.
Mayor Davidson declared the public hearing closed.
Ordinance no. 309 finally passed on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Clay P. Davidson, R. L. Graves, Jr., Miss Margaret McNeil,
Donald Q. Miller, Clell W. Whelchel
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
3. Ordinance No. 310,.an ordinance enacting Section 6100.45.1 of the San Luis
Obispo Municipal Code, providing for termination of card room licenses, was
introduced.
City Attorney Houser briefed the provisions of the proposed ordinance for
Council information.
Charles Buck, representing Mr. Negranti, owner of Morro Club, asked for a
delay in taking action until he has had an opportunity to discuss the pro-
visions of the proposed ordinance with the Council's attorney.
On motion of Councilman Miller seconded by Councilman Graves, the matter was
deferred to May 17, 1965. Motion carried.
X. City Engineer Romero presented for the Council's information approval
project statement for gas tax funds for reconstruction of High Street - Higuera
to Santa Barbara Street, for presentation to the State Division of Highways.
' X1. On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Miller, the follow-
ing resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1414, a resolution of the City
of San Luis Obispo adopting and submitting a budget for expenditure of funds
allocated from the State Highway Fund to cities.
Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Clay P. Davidson, R.L.Graves, Jr., Miss Margaret McNeil,
Donald Q. Miller, Clell W. Whelchel
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
City Council Minutes
April 19, 1965
Page 4
X2. City Engineer Romero then presented e strip map of High Street from
Higuera Street to Santa Barbara Street showing existing curb, gutter and
sidewalk installation and properties lacking said improvements.
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Graves, the following
resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1408, a resolution requiring side=
walk improvements on a portion of High Street.
Passed and adopted on.the followi:ng roll.call vote:
AYES: Clay P. Davidson, R.L. Graves, Jr., Miss Margaret McNeil,
Donald Q. Miller, Clell W. Whelchel
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
7. The following communication was received from the Park and Recreation
Commission regarding Mart Rose nthaIIs property proposal:
"The Park and Recreation Commission voted unanimously in favor of Richard
Loomis' motion, seconded by Jim Douglas.
MOTION:
The Park and Recreation Commission is interested in Mr. Mart Rosenthal's
property, if the price is right and two properties (Mr. Rosenthal's and
Sinsheimer Park) are not divided by a thoroughfare. The Commission is against
the proposed tie -in between Augusta Street and Richard Street. They are not
opposed to the other thoroughfare, Southwood Drive, that enters school
property."
The City Council discussed the suggestion of extending Helena through to
Southwood instead of extending Augusta and Richard Street and any benefits
that might be derived from this change.
City Administrative Officer Miller brought to the Council's attention the
objection to the Richard - Augusta Street extension as discussed by the Park
and Recreation Commission.
On motion of Councilman Whelchel, seconded by Councilman Miller, that the
City proceed with construction of connection of Richard and Augusta Streets.
Motion carried, Councilman Graves and Councilwoman McNeil voting no..
Councilman Miller moved that Councilman Whelchel, City Attorney Houser and
Administrative Officer Miller be.appointed as a committee to, meet with Mr.
Rosenthal to negotiate for acquisition of property. Motion died for lack
of a second.
8. The following communication was received from the Planning Commission
regarding Tract No. 333, Vista Grande:
"Resolution No. 51 -65 of the-Planning Commission approved a tentative tract
map of the above.
This subdivision will convert the Vista Grande Apartments into a Condominium.
No additional building or changes to the existing buildings are proposed but
a subdivision is required for the conversion to comply with the requirements
of the State.Map Act.
This memo is to inform the Council of the Commission's action, as required by
the Subdivision Regulations." -
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded.by Councilman Graves, the tentative
map of Tract No. 333, Vista Grande, was approved. Motion carried.
City Council Minutes
April 19, 1965
Page 5
9. The following communication was received from the Planning Commission re-
garding annexation of Young Brothers' property on Edna Road:
"Resolution No. 54 -65 of the Planning Commission recommends that, in order to
ensure orderly growth in the City, Young Brothers be.invited to include all
the properties in the area north of their shopping center as part of their
annexation.
The Planning Commission felt that the opportunity should be taken to annex
the properties north of Young Brothers, as shown on the attached map, to
eliminate this salient of unincorporate- territory within the City with its
attendant jurisdiction problems of Police and Fire protection: The Commission
did not think that the City should take on the task of approaching these
property owners, but rather that it should be.done by Young Brothers.
Any additional properties to the south or west of Edna Road which desire to
annex could be included, but the Commission does not feel that any special
effort should be made at this time to annex this area..
Planning Director Chapman showed a map of the requested annexation and the
additional area recommended by the Commission.
Councilman Miller stated he felt that the City should give an answer to the
Young brothers tonight so they can proceed with their improvements.
On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Whelchel, that the
recommendations of the Planning Commission be followed and an attempt be
made to annex area between the City and the Young Brothers property along
Edna Road. A City Council committee to be appointed to meet with Young
Brothers representatives and explain Council proposal. Motion carried.
Councilman Miller stated that he felt that the City should initiate a strong
' program to sell annexation.to the property owners in the subject area.
5. At this time the City Council held a public hearing on the recommendation
of the Planning Commission to establish setback lines on Osos Street from
Higuera to Monterey Street.
Mayor Davidson declared the public hearing open.
City Engineer Romero presented a map and explained the proposed setback line
on Osos Street.
Mayor Davidson declared the public hearing closed..
On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Miller, the following
ordinance was introduced. Ordinance No. 311, an ordinance establishing set-
back lines on Osos Street from Higuera to Monterey Street.
Intorduced and passed to print.on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Clay P. Davidson, R. L. Graves, Jr., Miss Margaret McNeil,
Donald Q. Miller, Clell W. Whelchell
NOES: None
' ABSENT: None
10. Communication from Wood's Animal Shelter asking for an extension of agree-
ment for fiscal year 1965 -66 and also requesting an increase in fee.
Communication was referred to the new Council for recommendation, on motion of
Mayor Davidson, seconded by Councilman Miller. Motion carried.
11. Communication from Harry Murphy Attorney, requesting Council consideration
of abandoning a portion of Palm Street east of,Grand Avenue to the adjacent
property owner, was taken off the agenda at the request of the owner of the
property, Mr. William 0. Hall.
City Council Minutes
April 19, 1965
Page 6
12. The following communciation was received from Fresno County Department of
Public Works:
"Assembly Bill 346 which assigns a minimum of 50 percent of the cost of grade
crossing protection maintenance to the.public agency has been passed by the
State Assembly and a hearing is scheduled by the Public Utilities Committee
of the State Senate on April 14, 1965.
The Fresno County Board of Supervisors adopted the enclosed resolution which
outlines the reasons for opposing this bill. Also enclosed is a copy of
Public Utilities Commission's opinion that was rendered in February of 1964
assessing the total maintenance'cost to the railroad. Copies of this material
have been forwarded to the Governor and all State Senators. Representatives
of Fresno County also plan to present testimony at the above hearing.
We contend that the far reaching significance of this bill is not fully
recognized by the legislators and it is our hope that we can have this bill
referred to an interim committee for future study. We realize that time is
extremely short, but any support that your agency can lend to this cause will
be appreciated."
City Administrative Officer Miller. read the comments from the League of
California Cities on AB -346.
He stated that from the League's memo,. it appeared that coverage of the bill
would be beneficial to the City, in that it would avoid the possibility of
the City having to pay a share of maintenance costs.
City Attorney Houser to write to State Senator Vernon L. Sturgeon asking for
his support on AB -346.
13. Communciation from the City of Redding, California forwarding copy of
resolution supporting AB -1218 pertianing to purchase of revenue producing
facilities by local agencies and asking that San Luis Obispo City Council
adopt a similar resolution.
On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Miller, the following
resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1411, a resolution endorsing
enactment of AB -1218.
Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Clay P. Davidson, R.L. Graves, Jr., Miss Margaret McNeil,
Donald Q. Miller, Clell W. Whelchel
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
14. Communicaiton from the California Disaster Office.-forwarding new radio
agreement for State - owned.mobile radios.
On motion of Councilman Whelchel, seconded by Councilwoman McNeil, the Mayor
was authroized to sign agreement on behalf of the City. Motion carried.
15. On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Miller, the
following Grant Deed, Covenant and Agreement were accepted and the Mayor was
authorized to sign said agreement on behalf of the City and have the Grant
Deed and Covenant recorded. Motion carried.
A. Grant.Deed and Agreement from.Lawrence S. 8 Edith I. Westcott for street
widening and installation of curb, gutter and sidewalk on Foothill Blvd.
B. Covenant from Shannon and Marjorie Horn for sidewalk exception on
Buena Vista.
16. Communication from the.State Department of Finance furnishing summary
report of the first phase of the California State Development Plan, was
received and filed.
City Council Minutes
April 19, 1965
Page 7
17. Notice of meeting before the Boundary Commission on annexation of
Touchstone property to the City, was received and tiled.
18. Financial statement of Chamber of Commerce for the month of March 1965
was received and filed.
20. Mayor Davidson reported on possibility of developing an air force widows'
housing development on a portion of Camp San Luis Obispo, which would not only
help the widows, but also the City of San Luis Obispo and adjacent area.
Mrs. Bilodeau appeared before the City Council supporting the development of
this housing for air force widows. Mrs. Bilodeau explained the organization
behind this proposal, and the ways they were raising funds for the development.
Councilman Whelchel moved that the staff write to the organization and inform
them of availability of Camp San Luis Obispo land and its proximity of Vanden -
burg Air Force and state that the City is interested in this development.
Motion lost for the lack of a second.
Councilman Miller moved that the Mayor - elect, Councilman Whelchel, write
this organization for additional information and offer the land in San Luis
Obispo. Motion lost for the lack of a second.
On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilwoman McNeil, that the
Mayor -elect be authorized to send :a letter of invitation to this organization
to visist San Luis Obispo for possible development in San Luis Obispo. Motion
carried.
21. Communication from the City of Santa Monica asking support from the City
Council of San Luis Obispo on Assembly.Bill No. 2050.
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Whelchel, the following
resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1412, a resolution endorsing enact-
ment of AB -2050.
Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Clay P. Davidson, R.L. Graves, Jr., Miss Margaret McNeil,
Donald Q. Miller, Clell W. Whelchel
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
22. On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilwoman McNeil, the follow-
ing resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1407, aresolution increasing the
1964 -65 Budget. (Accoutn No. 1407, General Government - Insurance and Bond
Premiums, be increased by $4,000 and that the Unbudgeted Reserve be decreased
by $4,000)
Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Clay P. Davidson, R.L. Graves, Jr., M iss Margaret McNeil,
Donald Q. Miller, Clell W. Whelchel
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
23. On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Mayor Davidson, the following
resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1417, a resolution commending the
City staff.
Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Clay P. Davidson, R. L. Graves, Jr., Miss Margaret McNeil,
Donald Q. Miller, Clell W. Whelchel
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
City Council Minutes
April 19, 1965'
Page 8
24. Richard D. Miller, Administrative Officer, reported there was some question
on whether or not Dr. Faustman should be paid for his parking study at this point.
the report had been submitted, but the question was whether or not it was accept-
able to the City.
City Engineer Romero stated that in his opinion the report was not acceptable,
since it negledted to consider expansion of Lot #3. Mr. Romero also questioned
Dr. Faustman's figures for improving the lot at Montery and Broad streets.
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Graves, that the matter
be referred to the new Council and withhold payment. Motion carried.
25. At this time the City Engineer:, D. F. Romero, reported on Ferrini Road
improvements. He stated that his staff had prepared the necessary exhibits
and property valuations for the minor widening needed.
City Attorney Houser explained the necessity to negotiate with the property
owners before acquisition is started to see if condemnation will be necessary.
That in order to more closely estimate the cost of acquisition, it was neces-
sary to determine how many property owner's would agree to deed the widening
portions of the street and that next, a qualified appraiser would have to be
hired to testify in court and to establish severance damages, if any.
On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Mayor Davidson, the matter was
referred to the new Council for agenda of May 3, 1965. Motion carried.
26. City Engineer Romero reported on sidewalk improvements on Bishop and
Augusta Streets.
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Whelchel, the following
resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1409..a resolution requiring side-
walk improvements on portions of Bishop, Augusta and Richard. Streets.
The City Council preliminarily determined that the public interest, conven-
ience and necessity require the construction of sidewalks on these streets
and a public hearing was set for May.17, 1965 at 9:00 P.M.
Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Clay P. Davidson, R.L. Graves,Jr., Miss Margaret McNeil,
Donald Q. Miller, Cle.11 W. Whelchel
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
19. On motion of Councilman Whelchel, seconded by Councilman Miller, the City
Clerk was directed to supervise the canvass of the ballots of the April 13,
1965 General Municipal Election and report to the City Council the.results.
Motion carried.
On motion of Councilman Whelchel, seconded by Councilman Miller, the meeting
adjourned to 1:45 P.M., April.20, 1965, to officially canvass the election
results of April 13, 1965 Election. Motion carried.
Approved: May 1, 1965 _llr
J F TRICK, CITY CLERK
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