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REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
January 2, 1968 - 7:00 P.M.
CITY HALL
Invocation was by the Reverend John P. Fuller.
Roll Call
City Staff
Present: Emmons Blake, Frank Gallagher, Arthur F. Spring,
Donald Q. Miller, Clell W. Whelchel
Present: R. D. Young, Planning Director; J. H. Fitzpatrick, City Clerk;
W. E. Flory, Parks and Recreation Director; H. Johnson, City
Attorney; R. D. Miller, Administrative Officer; D. F. Romero,
City Engineer; L. Schlobohm, Fire Chief; E. L. Rodgers, Police
Chief.
On motion of Councilman Gallagher, seconded by Councilman Miller, the minutes of the
meeting of December 18, 1967 were approved. Motion carried.
On motion of Councilman Blake, seconded by Councilman Gallagher, the claims against
the City for the month of January 1968 were approved and ordered paid subject to
the approval of the Administrative Officer. Motion carried.
1. R. D. Miller, Administrative Officer, reported to the City Council on a meeting
held between representatives of the City of San Luis Obispo, Unified School District
and the Public Utilities Commission regarding a proposal to have the Southern
Pacific Railroad Company install a chain link fence along the railroad right of way
on San Luis Drive.
The reason for the request was that the students attending the High School and
Junior High School cross these-tracks for access to the central part of the City
and the possibility of an accident is great with trains using these tracks.
R. D. Miller, Administrative Officer, stated that this request was brought to the
PUC's attention by the legislative representative of the Brotherhood of Locomotive
Engineers requesting that some protective device be installed between the railroad
tracks and the School property in order to keep the young people off the tracks and
off the trains.
Dr. Newman, Assistant School Superintendent, stated that this matter was a serious
one to the School Authorities as the young people are constantly using the railroad
property for access to areas west of the school property.
He continued that the School District -had discussed this matter with railroad
representatives but to date had received no cooperation from them. He proposed,
based on the informal discussions held by the City, School District and PUC
representatives, that the railroad put in a fence along their right of way from the
Johnson Avenue Overpass to the San Luis Creek Bridge and that the City and Unified
School District share in the maintenance after installation.
Mr. Neill, local Southern Pacific Company representative, upon question, stated that
he knew nothing about this matter but came to the meeting to be informed so that he
could report to his Company.
The City Council then discussed the proposal as presented by the School System
considering the safety of the young people attending school facilities east of the
railroad tracks.
On motion of Councilman Gallagher, seconded by Councilman Miller, that the City
encourage the installation of the requested protective fence by the Southern
Pacific Company and that the City and School District would share equally in its
maintenance for 50 years. Motion carried.
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January 2, 1968
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2. Mayor Whelchel presented for the Council's consideration the possibility of
acquiring a parcel of land in the vicinity of High and Leff Streets for development
into a small neighborhood park with playground equipment, benches, etc.,.to serve
thenesidents of the immediate area.
He stated he had discussed this matter with staff members and that they were looking
into the possibility of what the cost would be to acquire the County Housing Development
property on High Street.
The City Council received a communication from the EOC of San Luis Obispo County,
Grassroots Project, requesting that the City Council acquire and develop a community
recreational area in the south area of San Luis Obispo, the area bounded generally
by Higuera, South Street, South Higuera and South Broad to Orcutt Road and west of
Highway 101.
The EOC stated that this area is populated by a great number of young and elderly
people who would make use of a park facility if it were a reasonable distance from
their homes. They feel there is an immediate need for one or more community parks
in this area and that they should contain the following facilities as a minimum:
picnic area, senior citizens area, children's recreational area and a building for
classes, assembly and community activities. There should also be play fields for
various ball.games and possibly a swimming pool and tennis courts.
Walter Owens, representing the Grassroots Project, appeared before the City Council
urging that the City Council start investigation toward the, development of a com-
plete recreational complex in the southeast quadrant of the City. He continued that
the people in this area are in dire need of a recreational area for the young.people
and for senior citizens.
He continued that the residents of the area want to help develop the park once it
is acquired by the City by contributions of labor and material and further that
after the park is a reality, the men and women of this area will help supervise the
' activities in the park for people of all ages.
The City:,Council discussed with Mr. Owens the development•of park -and recreation
facilities in the southeast quadrant of the City.
W. E. Flory, Park and Recreation Director, listed for the City Council available
park, playground and recreational equipment in.the general area under discussion.
He offered to go over the request of the EOC group and prepare an analysis for the
Council's information.
Ralph Guerrero, representing the EOC, urged the City Council to.proceed with the -
orderly development of recreational facilities in this portion of the City for the
benefit of all citizens of the community.
Stanley Rogers reported that conditions at the Brook Street playground are in
deplorable state and.that the equipment is in poor repair and stated that this small
playground does not serve the needs of the area, but that a larger park should be
developed where.people.of all ages can.enjoy themselves.
He suggested that the Brook Street Playground should be abandoned.
Reverend Banks stated he.felt the Brook Street Playground should be abandoned and
that an adequate playground and park should be supplied this general area.
Frank Leguina, Grassroots Project,,stated that his organization is.supporting the
people in this area in developing a community park.
Walter Owens stated what his group wanted was a large park which would accommodate
not only the small children and teenagers but the adults and senior citizens.
He again stated that the people in the area would like to help build the park and
then would supervise the facility after construction.
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January 2, 1968
Page 3
On motion of Councilman Gallagher, seconded by Councilman Spring, the request was
referred to the Park and Recreation Commission for study and a report back to the,
City Council. -Motion carried.
3. Traffic Committee Report of December 21, 1967.
68 -1 -1T. Although the City has requested traffic channelization at the intersection
of Broad Street south of Santa Barbara and South Streets in the past, the State has
not seen fit to go along with our suggestion. However, we feel that we should make
another attempt to have two lanes of traffic delineated south of this intersection
on Broad. We also feel that it would be helpful if a red zone extending for five
car lengths were painted on the east side of Broad Street south of the crosswalk.
If the Council concurs, we suggest that the City Engineer write to the Division of
Highways asking for these improvements.
68 -1 -2T. The Traffic Committee also feels that traffic flow at the above inter-
section would be improved if the curbing between the two driveways alongside the
Shell Station were painted red, this being on the south side of South Street west
of Broad.
D. F. Romero, City Engineer, asked that these two items be continued as he was not
present at the last Traffic Committee Meeting and that he has been working with
the Division of Highways on this matter and that he has a plan for the Traffic
Committee's consideration.
68 -1 -3T. The Traffic Committee feels that safety considerations would be served
by stopping Emily at Roundhouse and we so recommend.
68 -1 -4T. The Traffic Committee has received a request from the Del " - -Monte Grocery'
for two green 12 minute time limit spaces on the south side of Upham west of Santa
Barbara Street. We so recommend but suggest that the first 15 feet of curbing be
painted red followed by the two green spaces.
68 -1 -5T. In connection with the one way street installation on Pismo and Buchon
Streets, the Traffic Committee feels-that it is no longer necessary to have the 40
feet of red zone alongside the grocery at the corner of Osos and Pismo and recommend
that the 40 feet of red zone be converted to 40 feet of yellow loading zone (this
being located on the south side of Pismo west of Osos Street).
68 -1 -6T. In connection with the one way street pair, we also feel that it would be
desirable to eliminate the 40 feet of red zone on the south side of Pismo Street
west of Broad, leaving 15 feet of red zone at the corner but eliminating the rest
of the red zone. We also feel that the entire 40 feet of red zone on the east side
of Broad Street south of Pismo should be eliminated. The latter suggestion should
be cleared with the Division of Highways.
68 -1 -7T. Recently the Traffic Committee extended the parking restrictions on .
Longview Lane to include the west side of the street at the turn. It now appears
that these parking restrictions should be extended 125 feet south on both sides
of Longview Lane so that Clarence Brown who lives at 160 Longview Lane can get in
and out of his driveways.
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Gallagher, the following
resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1781, a resolution establishing stop
signs on Emily Street, establishing green zones on Upham Street, a loading zone on
Pismo Street, rescinding parking restrictions on Pismo Street and Broad Street and
establishing parking restrictions on Longview Lane.
Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Emmons Blake, Frank Gallagher, Arthur F. Spring,
Donald Q. Miller, Clell W. Whelchel
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
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January 2, 1968
Page 4
4. The City Council discussed the proposal of appointing a citizens committee with
the goal of preserving the beauty of the hills and other natural landscaped areas
in and around the City.
Councilman Donald Q. Miller stated he felt this committee should be appointed
consisting not only of residents of the City but of interested citizens outside the
City of San Luis Obispo.
' Enrico Bongio urged the City Council to.implement this proposal to protect the
beauty and rural atmosphere of the City and surrounding area.
Upon question, Mr. Bongio felt he could not serve on this committee as he could not
give it enough time.
Mr. Ron - Dunin, Hotel Motel Committee of the Chamber of Commerce, wanted to know if
the proposed committee would be a citizens group or a staff commitee of the City.
He stated that he would like this committee to protect the hills and other areas
around the City but also felt that this committee should look into a cleanup and
beautification of the existing City and urge property owners to clean up their
buildings and grounds and the City to clean up and beautify the public areas.
He too stated, upon question, he did not believe he would have the time to work on
this committee but that:he would cooperate in any way he could.
The matter was continued to the January 15, 1968 meeting for further consideration.
5. At this time the City Council held a public hearing on Resolution No. 1772,
a resolution of intention to abandon Ruth Street between Ella Street and Leland
Terrace.
R. D. Young, Planning Director, stated to the City Council that the Planning
Commission had held a public hearing on this matter and had discussed it with the
adjoining property owners and it was the Planning Commission's recommendation that
this street be abandoned as it was not needed for street purposes now or in the
future except for an easement to the PG&E Company.
Mayor Whelchel declared the public hearing open. .
No one appeared before the City Council.
Mayor Whelchel declared the public hearing closed.
Councilman Donald Q. Miller stated that he felt this land on Terrace Hill lent
itself to future development and felt it was not in the best interest of the City
to abandon Ruth Street at this time.
D. F. Romero, City Engineer, stated upon question, that he had no objection to
abandoning Ruth Street at this location, as he felt there would be no need for this
street.in the future and.he felt that-other streets are available which would serve
this.area in the event of development..
It was moved by Councilman Miller,.that the request for abandonment be denied.
Motion died for lack of a second.
' On motion of Councilman Gallagher, seconded by Councilman Spring, the following
resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1773, a resolution finding and determining
that a portion of Ruth Avenue is unnecessary for present or prospective street
purposes and ordering the abandonment.of same.
Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Frank Gallagher, Arthur F. Spring, Clell W. Whelchel
NOES: Donald Q. Miller, Emmons Blake
ABSENT: None
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6. At this -time the City Council held a public hearing on the recommendation of the
Planning Commission to reione'the southeast corner of Lincoln Street and Hill Street
from R -1 to planned development R -2.
R. D. Young', Planning Director, presented the recommendation of the Planning
Commission'in recommending this planned development:
1. The subject property is 66,916 sq. ft. in area. The overall density of the
proposed development is one unit per 4,779 sq. ft. The R -2 District permits one
unit per 3,000 sq. ft. of land area.
2. The applicant proposes that the property be divided into seven-parcels`
each containing one duplex.
3. =-The-subject property is contiguous to commercial property which fronts onto
Broad Street. "•
4. The adopted General Plan'recommends that this area be developed as low -
medium density.
5. -It was the consensus of the Commission that the density proposed was not
inconsistent with the existing residential development in the neighborhood.
R. D. Young continued and presented the following conditions for approval of the
planned development.
1. Revise parking stalls on the corner lot of Hill and Lincoln Streets to
allow cars to enter off of Lincoln Street and park behind the units so cars can exit
in a forward-direction.
2. A 5' sidewalk pattern with 36' street be provided on Hill Street with the
street fully improved to a berm on the opposite side. Establish future 5' sidewalk
pattern on west side.
3. Developer remove and recompact dumped fill material on the property in
accordance with provisions of the Grading Ordinance.
4. Developer to provide an 8" water line on Lincoln Street from Chorro Street
to Hill Street and a hydrant be installed at Hill Street. ' "
5. Full cul -de -sac improvement sufficient to provide for turn around.
6. The creation of the seven proposed lots shall be subject to subdivision
approval following standard subdivision procedures.
7. A precise plan incorporating the above conditions shall be submitted to
the Commission within six months and the total project shall be completed three
years from the date of approval.
D. F. Romero, City Engineer, wished to emphasize to the City Council that condition
number 4 of the planned development would require a contribution by the City in
putting in the 8" water line on Lincoln Street from Chorro Street to Hill Street.
He stated that in accordance with Council policy if the existing connections on
Lincoln Street are placed on the new line then the City would pay the full cost.
Mr. Romero explained that Council policy calls for full improvement of the street
including curb, gutter, and sidewalk on both sides prior to acceptance.! The
implication of the Planning Commission's action would call for the City to accept
this new portion of Hill Street without curb,' gutter, and sidewalk on the westerly
side and would constitute a variation from normal City policy.
Mayor Whelchel declared the public hearing open.
D. Wheeler, developer of the property, asked several questions clarifying some of
the Planning Commission conditions for this planned developmeit .
D. F. Romero, City Engineer, explained to the City Council the development of Hill
Street under the proposed planned development.
Mayor Whelchel declared the public hearing closed.
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On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Gallagher, the following.
ordinance was introduced. Ordinance No. 402, an ordinance rezoning property located
on the southeast corner of Lincoln.Street and Hill Street from R -1 to PD /R -2
District.
Introduced and passed to print on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Emmons Blake, Frank Gallagher, Arthur F. Spring,
Donald Q. Miller, Clell W. Whelchel
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
X. Mr. William McLennan asked that the City authorize a delay in his required move
from City owned property in Parking Lot No. 11 as his new building will not be
completed until the first part of March and he asked that the City Council extend
his occupancy to March 15, 1968.
He said he would move out as soon as he can prior to that date.
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Spring, that the City grant
pacific Engineers and Surveyors an extension to March 15, 1968. Motion carried.
7. At this time the City Council held a public hearing on the recommendation of the
Planning Commission to rezone portions of Lots 1, 2 and 3, Block 68, Town of San
Luis Obispo, from PD /R -0 to R-0-S.
R. D. Young, Planning Director, presented the recommendation of the Planning
Commission in recommending approval to this rezoning.
Mayor Whelchel declared the public hearing open.
No one appeared before the City Council.
Mayor-Whelchel declared the public hearing closed.
On motion of Councilman Gallagher, seconded by Councilman Spring, the following
ordinance was introduced. Ordinance No. 403, an ordinance rezoning property located
on the west of the freeway and lying between Broad and Chorro Streets, Block 68,
Lots 1, 2 and 3, Town of San Luis. Obispo from PD /R -0 to R -O -S.
Introduced and passed to print on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Emmons Blake, Frank Gallagher, Arthur F. Spring,
Donald Q. Miller, Clell W. Whelchel
NOES: None
... ABSENT.: None-
Mayor Whelchel declared a recess at 9:00 P.M. The meeting reconvened at. 9 :15 P.M.
with all Councilmen present.
8. Communication from the Division of Highways asking to meet with the City
Council so that they can present•to the-.-City-Council the results of the public
hearing held by the Division of Highways on the improvement of Highway 101 between
San Luis Obispo and the Santa Margarita Interchange.
The City Council set 7:00 P.M., January 15, 1968 as the time to meet with.the
Division of Highways.
Resolution No. 1777, a resolution recommending further Highway Commission hearings
about a proposed adoption of Cuesta Grade realignment was continued.
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9. H. Johnson, City Attorney, stated that the only progress report he had on the
Mission Plaza Project would have to be discussed in Executive Session due to the
possibility of litigation on property acquisitions.
10. Communication from the Bank of California requesting acceptance by the City of
the improvements in Tract No. 317, Ann Arbor Estates No. 3, and offering to post
a letter of credit with the City in the amount of $1,440 to cover the cost of 72
street trees to be planted as the lots are - improved.
D. F. Romero, City Engineer, stated that the subdivision improvements were complete
and recommended that the City Council accept the subdivision.
H. Johnson, City Attorney, reported to the City Council that to date he had not
received the letter of credit but he was sure when it arrived it would be in
accordance with City requirements.
On motion of Councilman Gallagher, seconded by Councilman Miller, the following
resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1780, a resolution accepting dedications
and improvements in Tract No. 317.
Introduced and passed to print on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Emmons Blake, Frank Gallagher, Arthur- F:-Spring,
Donald Q. Miller, Clell W. Whelchel
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
11. H. Johnson, City Attorney, presented for the Council's consideration applica-
tions to the State Water Rights Board petitioning for a change in place of use in
the City's permit for Salinas Reservoir and Whale Rock Reservoir to serve water to
Cuesta College in accordance with the Council's request.
On motion of Councilman Gallagher, seconded by Councilman Miller, the City Attorney
was authorized to file said applications on behalf of the City. Motion carried.
12. H. Johnson, City Attorney, presented for-the Council's consideration an
agreement for Supplemental Police Mutual Aid which will be forwarded to the County
and all the cities in the County for their adoption.
H. Johnson explained the conditions of the proposal and particularly where it differs
with the prior proposal in that the City or County requesting aid would have to
reimburse the agency sending aid. Also, aid would be limited to emergency situations.
The City Council discussed with H. Johnson the effect of the proposed Mutual Aid
Pact with other cities in the County and with the County Sheriff's Office.
On motion of Councilman Gallagher, seconded by Councilman Blake, the City Council
approved the agreement for presentation to the other agencies and the City Attorney
was requested to look into the insurance coverage prior to final enactment by the
City Council. Motion carried.
13. Communication from the Division of Highways notifying the City Council that
they have just completed a study for traffic signal installation at the intersections
of Santa Rosa with Olive, Montalban and Murray Streets.
The Division of Highways stated that traffic volumes were insufficient to warrant
signal installations at all three intersections but felt that in the future a
single installation will probably be placed at Murray and Santa Rosa Street but
that no construction would be started until after the street widening on Santa Rosa
has been completed.
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January 2, 1968
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The City Council discussed the best method of protecting the pedestrians at the
intersections mentioned as there is a definite safety factor involved at these three
crossings.
On motion of Councilman Spring, seconded by Councilman Gallagher, that the City ask
the State to proceed with the installation at Murray and Santa Rosa and to include
this construction or at least the conduits in their street widening plan, soon to go
to contract. Motion carried.
14. Communication from the Planning Director forwarding a recommendation of the
Planning Commission to amend the Zoning Ordinance to permit small animal veterinarian
clinics in the R -0 and C -N Districts.
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Blake, this request was set
for public hearing on January 15, 1968. Motion carried.
15. Communication from the City Engineer forwarding addenda to specifications to
the water line improvements to be constructed in the Foothill Boulevard area dealing
with cleanup and control of work during the construction phase.
Councilman Gallagher suggested that instead of the wording recommended by the City
Engineer that the following general statement be placed in the specifications dealing
with this matter.
"The contractor having control of work shall clean up the job site as the work
progresses and at all times when requested by the City Inspector. At completion of
the job, the whole site shall be cleaned of.tools, equipment, surplus materials,
debris and other construction material.
The entire project including surrounding premises shall be left in clean
' condition before final acceptance by the City.
The prime contractor shall be responsible for his subcontractors cleaning their
part of the job."
The City Council discussed the suggestion of Councilman. Gallagher and.the suggestions
of the City Engineer and Councilman Spring suggested that the Mayor appoint a Council
Committee to study these proposals with the City Engineer.
Mayor Whelchel appointed Councilman Gallagher and Councilman Spring as a Council
Committee to meet with the City-Engineer for amending contract specifications.
16. D. F. Romero, City Engineer, recommended to the City Council that the City
control all.structures built on..the lake and on the private property adjacent to
the lake. -. ..
The matter was ordered received and filed pending report of recommendations from
the Planning Commission and Park and Recreation Commission.
17. D. F. Romero, City Engineer, presented for the Council's approval plans and
specifications for improving Parking Lot No. 2.
He explained the new egress and ingress to the parking lot, layout of the parking
stalls, and landscaping program. He pointed out that the development would narrow
the alley to a sufficient extent that truck deliveries would be discouraged. He
also explained that it would be necessary to order an additional 25 single parking
meters in order to provide for convenient placement with the new layout.
He stated that the parking lot presently contains 75 spaces but that with the
new alignment and the widening of the spaces the new lot will only contain 65 spaces.
He stated that the landscaping plan had been prepared by R. D. Young, Planning
Director.
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He estimated that the total cost for the parking lot improvements would:be approxi-
mately $17,000 of which $4,000 will be for landscaping which has already been
contributed by the property owners.
On motion of Councilman Gallagher, seconded by Councilman Blake, the plans and .
specifications were approved and a call for bids was authorized. Motion carried.
18. D. F. Romero, City Engineer, presented a sketch to the City Council of a
proposed area to be annexed to the City at the corner of Orcutt Road and Broad
Street.
This property consists of the Faulstich Brickyard.
D. F. Romero.continued that this requested rezoning would soon be going before the
LAFCO. Mr. Romero recommended that the Council consider the possibility of enlarging
the annexation to opposite Rockview Place or to Orcutt Road.
H. Johnson. -City Attorney, stated that he did not believe a City could even consider
this annexation until next July, as this area was involved in the proposed annexation
which was defeated by the voters in 1967.
He continued that the State Law does not allow any area rejected to be again
considered before the passage of one year.
The matter was received and filed.
19. Communication from R. D. Miller, Administrative Officer, requesting permission
of the City Council in accordance with Charter.Section 1405 to make the annual
salary survey for the City Council.
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Blake, the Administrative
Officer was authorized to proceed with the salary survey. Motion carried.
20. The City Clerk made the following report on bids received for furnishing two
motor scooters.for the City of San Luis Obispo.
Item 1 Bid Price*
.Less Trade In
Net Price
Item 2 Bid Price*
Less Trade In
Net Price
Power Lift Co. Westcoaster
$1,803.00- $1,585.00
100.00 . 125.00
$1,703.00 $1,460.00
$1,803.00 $1,585.00
100.00 150.00
$1,703.00 $1,435.00.
*Bid price, FOB San Luis Obispo (excluding Federal Excise and State and Local
Taxes)
Police Chief, E. L. Rodgers, recommended that the low bid of Westcoaster be accepted.
On motion of Councilman Gallagher, seconded by Councilman Miller, that the low bid
of Westcoaster be accepted. Motion carried.
On motion of Councilman Spring, seconded by Councilman Gallagher, the following
resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1778, a resolution increasing the 1967 -68
budget.
Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Emmons Blake, Frank Gallagher, Arthur F. Spring,
Donald Q. Miller, Clell W. Whelchel
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
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21.. Notice of proposed rate increase requested by the Southern Pacific Company
before the PUC was ordered received and filed.
22. Notice of proposed rate increase-requested by the Western Union Telegraph
Company before the PUC was received and-filed.
23. On motion of Councilman Spring, seconded by Councilman Gallagher, the following
ordinance was introduced for final passage. Ordinance No. 399, an ordinance rezoning
a portion of Block 3 and Block 8 of the Arlington Addition, north side of Taft
Street between Kentucky and Motley Streets and the northeast corner of Taft
and Kentucky Streets from R -4 to R -C and R -H District.
Finally passed on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Emmons Blake, Frank Gallagher, Arthur F. Spring,
Donald Q. Miller, Clell W. Whelchel
NOES: None
ABSENT:. None,
24. Council consideration of Ordinance No. 400 was continued.
25. On motion of Councilman Gallagher, seconded by Councilman Spring, the following
ordinance was introduced for final passage: Ordinance No: 401, an ordinance rezoning
property located on the west side of Johnson Avenue between Phillips and Peach
Streets from R -3 to R -0 District.
Finally passed on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Emmons Blake, Frank Gallagher, Arthur F. Spring,
Donald Q. Miller, Clell W. Whelchel
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
26. Communication from the Division of Highways requesting cancellation of City
taxes on property acquired for highway purposes (Shell Oil Station, Santa Rosa
and Montalban) was approved on motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman
Gallagher. Motion carried.
27. On motion of Councilman Gallagher, seconded by Councilman Miller, the following
contract payments were approved.and ordered paid. Motion carried.
RAY BUNNELL
Shower and Locker Room at City Yard
RAY BUNNELL
Shower and Locker Room at City Yard
BURKE CONSTRUCTION COMPANY
Minor Drainage Improvements
Est. #5 $ 404.06
(100% complete)
Est. #6 (Final) 1,040.60
(100% complete)
Est. #2 7,830.45
(95% complete)
On motion of Councilman Blake, seconded by Mayor Whelchel, the following contract
payments were approved and ordered paid. Motion carried.
WEST COAST CONSTRUCTION COMPANY
Waterline and Fire Hydrant Install.
Est. X63
(1007. complete) .
192.83
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WEST COAST CONSTRUCTION COMPANY 'Est. 1A (Final) $ 976.01
Waterline and Fire Hydrant Install. (100% S�mplete)
WEST COAST CONSTRUCTION COMPANY Est._#3 10,269.79
Waterline Improvements (63% complete)
Councilman Gallagher and Councilman Miller abstained from voting.
28. On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Gallagher, the following
quitclaim deed was accepted and the Mayor was authorized to execute on behalf of the
City. Motion carried.
Quitclaim deed from Childrens Hospital of Los Angeles for street widening on
Foothill Boulevard.
29. Street widening property acquisition report by the City Engineer of December 28,
1967 was ordered received and filed.
30. The City Council discussed the provisions of Resolution No. 1770; a resolution
prohibiting commercial vehicles over 6,000 pounds from parking overnight in the
Laguna Lake and Lakewood areas.
Police Chief, E. L. Rodgers, stated it was his impression that the Council action
was to prohibit parking day and night in this area and not just overnight parking.
D. F. Romero, City Engineer, stated that the resolution read overnight parking and
that he was prepared to order signs on this basis until questioned by the Chief of
Police.
After discussion by the City Council the following resolution was introduced on
motion of Councilman Gallagher, seconded by Councilman Miller. Resolution No. 1779,
a resolution prohibiting parking of commercial vehicles over 8,000 pounds in the
Laguna Lake and Lakewood areas and amending the parking restrictions established in
Resolution No. 1770 to reflect this limitation.
Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Emmons Blake, Frank Gallagher, Arthur F. Spring,
Donald Q. Miller, Clell W. Whelchel
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
31. D. F. Romero, City Engineer, presented for the Council's consideration alternate
planning studies for the development of Parking Lot No. 11 expansion presently
covered by buildings.
D. F. Romero, City Engineer, stated that Plan A would allow an additional 15 spaces
with parking at 45% Plan B would allow 16 additional spaces with 600 angle parking
and Plan C would add 19 spaces with parking at 90° angle. Mr. Romero explained the
advantages and disadvantages of each alternate.
After discussion by the City Council it was moved by Councilman Miller, seconded by
Councilman Blake, that the City Council adopt Plan A for the parking lot expansion.
Notion carried.
32. Administrative Officer, R. D. Miller, announced the appointment of Gary Dean
Wilde as police officer effective 1 -1 -68 at the first step at $550 subject to a one
year probationary period.
33. Request from the City Engineer for permission of Edward Salas, Parking Meter
Repairman, to attend a one week training course in maintenance and repair of Duncan-
Miller meters at the Duncan - Miller Parking Meter Company at no expense to the City
except for board and room which can be taken from the City Engineer's Budget.
City Council Minutes
January 2, 1968
Page 12
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Blake, the request was
approved. Motion carried. Councilman Spring and Councilman Gallagher voting no.
34. Communication from John Kellerman,•Chief Building Inspector, notifying the City
Council that the new owners of the property at 1022 and 1036 Leff Street have been
informed of the substandard condition of these structures and that they would have to
' be demolished.
Communication ordered received and filed.
35. Memorandum from the League of California Cities regarding distribution of
cigarette taxes to the cities was.continued to January 15, 1968.
36. Communication from Morgan- O'Daniels offering to act as advertising agents for
the City of San Luis Obispo was continued.
37. Announcement of Monterey County Planning Commission to be held at Asilomar
on February 3, 1968 was ordered received and filed.
38. Peter Vincent, dance promoter, asked what was the Council's decision on him
holding a dance on Thursday evenings in the City Recreation Building promoted by
him for which a small fee would be charged.
He stated that he had promoted the first Thursday night teenage dance and felt.it
was a success and that the young people of the community appreciated this promotion.
W. E. Flory, Parks and Recreation Director, stated that at the last Park and Recreation
Commission Meeting he had been instructed to work with the students at Mission
High, Senior High and the Junior High School to put on dances supported by the City
Recreation Department with representative students doing the promotion and working
on the dances under the general supervision of the Recreation Department staff.
The City Council discussed the matter of holding dances at the Recreation Building
on Thursdays in an attempt to keep young people off the street while the stores were
open for shoppers.
The Council suggested that Mr. Vincent meet with the Park and Recreation Commission
in regards to his promotion of dances.
39. Communication from the City Employees' Association regarding daily reports by
the City Engineer's Office was continued to January 15, 1968.
40. The City Council adjourned to Executive Session to discuss pending litigation
on property acquisitions.
41. On motion of Councilman Gallagher, seconded by Councilman Spring, the meeting
adjourned at 12:15 A.M.. Motion carried.
APPROVED: January 5 1968
ry H
. FITZ15ATRICK
CITY CLERK