HomeMy WebLinkAbout05/17/1965REGULAR MEETING OF CITY COUNCIL
MAY 1731965 - 7:30 P.M.
CITY HALL
Roll Call
Present: Emmons Blake, Frank Gallagher, Donald Q Miller,
Arthur F Spring, Clell W Whelchel
City Staff
Present: J. H. Fitzpatrick, City Clerk; W. Flory, Superindent of
Parks and Recreation; M. Houser, City Attorney; R. D. Miller,
Administrative Officer; D. F. Romero, City Engineer;
W. Schofield, Police Chief; E. P. Thompson, Water Superintendent,
J. Wainscott, Fire Battalion Chief.
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Spring, the minutes of May 1,
3 and 13, 1965, were approved as presented.
On motion of Councilman Spring, seconded by Councilman Miller, claims against the City
for the month of May, 1965 were approved subject to the approval of the Administrative
Officer.
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1 At this time the Gity Council considered the appointment of a person to the
Planning Commission to fill a vacancy.
Mayor Whelchel explained the interview session held between the candidates
and the •City Council.
Councilman Spring stated that he was impressed with all the candidates and
nominated Jim Twyeffort for membership to the Planning Commission.
Councilman Blake agreed that all the nominee were excellent, and felt that
because of past interest show in planning matters, he felt that Mr Wheeler
should be appointed. He nominated Dennis Wheeler for membership to'-the
Planning Commission.
' Councilman Gallagher supported Jim Twyeffort, due to his interest in the
City in running for Council office and would support him for the vacant
position on the Commission.
Councilman Miller agreet that all nominees were good, and felt that Mr.
Wheeler showed an interest in the City by taking part in City affairs,
but because of Mr Twyeffort's interest in running for Council, he would
support his appointment to the Planning Commission,
Mayor Whelchel stated that he believed all the candidates to be well
qualified and appreciated their willingness to serve on the Planning
Commission.
On motion of Councilman Spring seconded by Councilman Gallagher, Mr. Jim
Twyeffort was appointed to the Planning Commission. Motion carried..
The City Clerk is to vrite.to Mr D ovey and Mr Wheeler and thank them for
their interest and cooperation in agreeing to be a candidate for the
Planning Commission and for participation in the interview.
2. At this time the City Council considered the introduction of a resolution
on behalf of the YMCA Fund Drive to obtain a full time secretary to operate
the group and urging the citizens to support the drive.
On motion of Mayor Whelchel, seconded by Councilman Blake, the following
resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 22, a resolution supporting
the YMCA Fund Drive.
Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Clell Whelchel, Emmons Balek, Frank Gallagher,
Donald Q Biller, Arthur F Spring
NOES: None
ABSENT: NONE
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3. At this time the Taxi Committee reported on the taxi cab stand in front
of the Greyhound Bus Depot.
Mayor Whelchel explained the background
Councilman Spring reported on the recommendation of the Taxi Committee
to hold a public hearing on this taxi zone matter.
On motion of Ma oar r'Whelchel, seconded by Councilman Miller, a public
hearing was set for une'7,'1965 at 8:00 P.M. Motion carried.
4. The City Council discussed the formation of a Youth Commission.
Mayor Whelchel stated he had been approache& by Reverend McQuire urging
that the City Council appoint a Youth Commission to coordinate the
activities of youth groups in'the City.
Park & Recreation Superintendent Flory stated that if the group was to
coordinate the actions of the various groups, he felt the various
groups might feel they were interferring in their activity, but if it
were to act as a clearing house, then he thought it would be alright.
Mayor Whelchel appointed Councilman Spring and himself to meet with
Reverend cWluire to discuss the proposal.
10 At this time the City Council Committee 0helchel and Gallagher) reported
on the meeting with representatives of Young Brothers property for
annexation to the City.
Councilman Gallagher reported that after t he meeting with representatives
of Young Brothers, and other interested property owners, it was decided
that if the City was to get any industry at all, then the City should
be willing to cooperate in extending utilities to the area.
Mayor Whelchel explained the background of the request of Young Brothers
for annexation to the City and that the planning Commission recommended
the annexation if the area lying between the Yound Brothers parcel and
the existing City limits could be brought in. The City was also
interested tosee if a right -of -way could be secured from Young Brothers
for access to the industrial area east of the Young Brothers property.
City Engineer Romero explained the cost to extend utilities to this
General area and reviewed .City policy regarding sewer and water service.
Administrative Officer Miller discussed the financial aspects of
extending sewer and water to the industrial area. He suggested that a
special assessment would be a good way to accomplish this development.
T he City could even advance moneys from initial developments and
receive reimbursement later when special assessment district bonds were
sold.
5. At, this time the City Council Yield a public hearing on the
recommendation of the Planning "ommission to establish building setback
lines on California Boulevard and San LuisDrive from Hathway to
Johnson Avenue.
City Engineer Romero explained the theory of establishing building
setback lines in the City. He then presented a map showing the building
setback lines on California Boulevard and SanLuis Drive from Hathway to
Johnson Avenue. Mr Romero then showed each parcel of land and the
effect the setback line would have on each parcel.
Mayor Whelchel declaredthe public hearing open.
C. A. MAINO objected to the street widening on Monterey and California
due to the possible loss of a lot as the widening is taken down length of
the lot and would naturally effect the value of the lot and future use
of the lot.
Esther Gibson, 710 California Boulevard, asked for clarification of the
effect of this plan on her property.
C. A. Maino stated he had been planning on tearing down the existing
building on California and Monterey and rebuild it but if this plan is
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adopted he will not be able to build, but would have to keep.the existing
building indefinitely.
Dr. Biedinger asked for clarification on the effect this plan would have on
his property on California Boulevard and Palm Street.
Mr;. Steve Zegar, California, Monterey to Palm, asked how the City would
acquire the property.
City Engineer Romero answered that when the City buys the property they
pay the fair market value.
Richard Willett, realtor, appeared beforb the Council, bringing to the
Council's attention the fact that the mere announcement of setting the
plan line stopped the sale of.Mr. Zegar's lot as the prospective purchaser
decided he could not use a 40 foot wide lot.
Dr. Biedinger questioned the City's interpretation of just compensation as
he was sure the property owners had a difference idea of the term.
Mayor Welchel declared the public hearing closed.
Councilman Blake, stated that the arguments brought forward this evening were
valid, but they also pointed up the necessity for widening the streets.
Mr. Gallagher stated he felt that building setback programs should be speeded
- up so as. not to hamper prospective sales on properties such as Mr. Main 's
and Mr. Zegar's on Monterey Street and that a f aster widening schedule should
be established.
Councilman Miller stated that. he 2 greed. with Mr Gallagher that the City should
proceed at a much faster rate so as not to injure affected property owners
although he felt that the recently adopted setback policy is fair to the
property owners involved.
Councilman Spring stated that the City ,Council should do the thing that would
be best for the greated number of people and further, he felt that the City
should begin negotiating with property owners such as Mr Maino and Mr.
Zegar. immediately.
On motion of Councilman Miller, sedonded by Councilman Spring, the following
ordinance was introduced. Ordinance No. 312, an ordinance establishing
setback lines on California Boulevard and San-Luis Drive from Hathway to
Johnson Avenue.
Introduced and passed to print on the following roll call vote;
AYES: Donald Q lailler, Arthur F Spring, Emmons Blake,
Frank Gallagher, Clell W Whelchel
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
7. At this time the City Council held a public hearing on Resolution No. 1108
a resolution requiring sidewalk improvements on a portion of High Street.
City Clerk Fitzpatrick read Resolution No. 1108 for the Council's information
Mayor Whelchel explained the reason for the hearing which was that the City
' was going to reconstruct nigh ,treet and the Council decided that a hearing
should be held to determine if sidewalks should be required at the same time
as the street -was improved.
City Engineer Romero presented a map showing all properties along High
Street together with his recoimnendation regarding improvements to be made
on each property. He also explained the City's policy of sidewalk being
placed at the owner's expense, but the City allowing three (3) year
repayment at 3% interest.
Mayor Whelchel declared the public hearing open
R. C. Marks, 706 High Street, stated he could afford to put in sidewalk, but
could not pay to remove the tree in the right -of -way.
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J. A. Carlon, 635 High Street, asked how soon he must put the sidewalk
in.
City Engineer Romero explained that property owners would have 30 days
after notice from the City, after which time the City'would contract
out the work.
Tory Gularte questioned the need of detached sidewalk as an integral
sidewalk is much better and neater
Mr Marks, 706 High 6treet, asked if he could have two driveway ramps
on his property
City Engineer Romero answered that he could have two (2) driveways if
his lot is at'least 70 feet wide.
E. W. Rodriguez 100 Ward Street asked if he could have a six (6) foot
sidewalk on high Street until he is ready to develop the property to
business at which time he will put in the balance of ten 10) feet.
J. A. Barrios, 503 High Street, asked how wide was the sidewalk to be
at his residence.
Mayor Whelchel declared the public hearing closed
Mayor Whelchel stated that he has always been against the ten (10)
foot sidewalk width as proposed under this resolution, and he felt that
sidewalks are not now needed on High Street, but curbs and gutters
are needed to protect the street and suggested that theCity allow the
curb and gutter to be put'in on a three 3) year basis at 3% interest.
Councilman Miller stated that of the property owners he contacted, the
majority favored curbs, gutter and sidewa 4, but they wanted a six (6)
foot integral sidewalk as standard and not the mixture proposed by the
City. He also urged that any trees that must be removed should be
removed at'City Expense
Councilman Spring, upon study, felt the City should require curb,
gutter and sidewalk as recommended by Councilman Miller.
Councilman Blake agreed that sidewalk should be installed at the same
time the-curb and gutter and street widening improvements are madg.
Councilman Gallagher agreed that sidewalk would be a good improvement but
that he would be satisfied with curbs and gutter, but any sidewalk should
be six (6) feet maximum along High Street.
Mayor Whelchel asked for a show of hands regarding this matter from the
property owners present:
They were as follows:
Sidewalk, curb and gutter - 14 Curb and gutter ohly 2
Mr. Rodriguez asked why not five (5) year repayment instead of three
3 years as present policy.
City Attorney Houser answered that the cities had no authorization to
advance any credit before the State Legislature enacted a State Law
authorizing repayment schedules over a period of time not to exceed
three b ) years. Therefore, the City Council presently is permitting '
repayment for the maximum period of time authorized by State law.
Councilman Miller urged that due to the special nature of the problem
at 706 High Street regarding the tree, that theCity should pay for it.
City Attorney Houser explained the Code provisions dealing with tree
removal.
Mayor Whelchel moved, seconded by Councilman Miller, that the plan be
amended as follows:
1. Six (6) feet integral sidewalk at 250 High Street and-also 205 to
283 High Street, except at 209 High Street if the property owner
wants to save trees and request a divided sidewalk.
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2. Six (6) feet integral sidewalk from 423 to 445 High Street.
3. Also allow six (6) feet integral"sidewalk at 100 Ward Street.
4. Also allow six (6) feet integral sidewalk on north side of High Street
between Pismo and walker also Buchon and Archer.
5. Six (6) feet integral sidewalk at 820 and 824 High Street if required
by owner, if not then ten (10) feet be required.
6. Six (6) feet integral sidewalk allowed at 705 through 741 High Street
' except for 719 High Street if majority of property owners so request.
7. Six �6) feet integral sidewalk on High Street, south side, Chorro
and Broad.
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Blake, the following
resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1423, a resolution determining
that public convenience and necessity require construction of sidewalk
improvements on a portion of High Street.
Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Donald Q Miller, Emmons Blake, Frank Gallagher,
Arthur F Spring, Clell W Whelchel
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
8. At this time the City'Council held a public hearing on Resolution No. 1409
a resolution requiring sidewalk improvements on portions of Augusta, Bishop
and Richard Street.
City Clerk Fitzpatrick,-read Resolution No. 1409 for Council information
' City Engineer Romero presented maps showing the improvements being considered
under this resolution on portions of Augusta, Bishop and Richard Street,
Mr. Romero then showed that improvements were to be made to each property
on these streets.
Mayor Whelchel declared the public hearing open.
C. Choate,1351 Bishop Street, asked who would pay for improvements and .
change toserve manhole on property line.
P. E. Philbrook. 1365 Bishop Street, asked who would pay for realig went
of sewer line under the propertya,s sidewalk.
City Engineer Romero answered that revising the manhole to grade would be
at Uity expense.
Mart Rosenthal, 2880 Richard Street, stated he was unable to ask any questions
on this sidewalk-matter as he had never been notified on his offer to sell his
property to the City for a park, and he did not know if he would be the owner
or not. Anyway, he felt that this improvement would be extremely expensive
and then he would have to make some improvement on theland in order to
recdup -2hls sidewalk cost.
L.L..Carlson, 2614 Augusta, asked for a four (4) feet detached sidewalk instead
' of six feet integral sidewalk due to lot location
City Engineer Romero stated this was possible, but that six (6) feet integral
sidewalk would probably be cheaper for the property owners.
Mayor Whelchel declared the public hearing closed.
0 n motion of Councilman Blake.,-seconded by Councilman Gallagher, the following
resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1424, a resolution determining that
public convenience and necessity require construction of sidewalk improvements
on portions of Augusta, Bishop and Richard Streets.
Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote:
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AYES: Emmons blake., Frank Gallagher, Donald Q Y'iller
Arthur F Spring, C1ell.W.Whelchel
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Mart Rosenthal asked if he gave the City the° low area in creek, would the City
assume the cost of improvement.
'City Engineer Romero recommended that the City assume the cost of the fill '
supporting the Rosenthal.sidewalk provided the small parcel needed for Street
Widening could be acquired. It was the concensusof the Council that this would
be satisfactory.
Councilman Miller stated on behalf of J. T. Cook, 1292 Sydney Street, that he
objected to losing more hedge and paying for more sidewalk that he does not need
and hoped that the City Council would allow him to save his hedge.and not require
the sidewalk.
sic) 6. On motion of Councilman Wh6lchel seconded by Councilman Gallagher, the
public hearing that was scheduled for this time regarding the intention to
abandon a portion of Osos Street, was continued to the next meeting. Motion carried
11. A. Communication from Leonard Blaser requesting an extension in
time of twelve (12) months from June 30,1965 for completion of
improvements on Tract No. 290,
CitZ Engineer aomero explained the problem and recommended a twelve
12 month extension.
On motion of Councilman Gallagher, seconded by Councilman Miller,
extension of twelve (12) months was granted to "r. Blaser. notion carried
B. Communication from Leonard Blaser, developer of Johnson
Highlands, requesting extension of one (1) year in the filing of tentative
map of Tract No. 305, Johnson Highlands.
City Engineer Romero stated that the tentative map had expired almost
one (1) year ago and that the applicant would have to submit a new
subdivision application.
Communication was received and filed.
C. At this time the City Council discussed with Leonard Blaser
the six (6) foot strip of land along Southwood Drive, owned by Mr.
Blaser.
City Engineer Romero briefed the matter for the Council
Mr. Blaser explained the history of the six (6) foot strip along what is
now Southwood and further, he stated that he had never given anyone
peanission to go over this six (6) foot strip. He stated that he would
be irilling to negotiate with the City on the matter. He continued that
the adjacent property owner will not cooperate in access to other
properties, so he stated that he would not give him access to the Church
property.
City Engineer Romero explained the City's interest inthe six (6) foot
strip, which was the reimbursement of water line on Southwood Drive
if either the church or the City acquired the parcel. '
Mayor Whelchel suggested that the City Staff get all the property
owners involved together and try and resolve this access problem.
13. City Attorney Houser reported on acquisition by the City of Robert E.
Nunes' property on Orcutt Road. That sometime a go the City negotiated with
Mr Nunes for acquisition of the property and were unable to reach an
agreement on the price, but recently the property was being foreclosed
Iby the trust deed holders and the C ity Council agreed to offer $12,000
plus costs as a final price. That Mr Nunes finally agreed to a ccept
the amount and that the trust deed holdershave agreed to postpone
foreclosure on the basis of the City acquisition.
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Administrative Officer Miller explained the financial problems involved
He stated that nothing had been budgeted and if the Council wished to
proceed, the General Fdnd budget should be increased by 012,500.
On motion of Councilman Gallagher, seconded by Councilman Miller, the
following resolution was introduced. Resolution Ro. 1421, a resolution
increasing th'e 19611 -65 Budget. (Account No. 23 5., Urcutt Road Property
Acquisition- Nunes, be added in the amount of $12,500.)
Passed andadopted on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Frank'Gallagher, Donald Q Miller, $nmons Blake,
Arthur E Spring, C lell W Whelchel
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
X. Mel McDonald, Crocker- Citizens Bank, appeared before the Council asking
why all banks in the City could not participate in the City's deposits and
would all be happy to cooperate with theCity Staff.
Mayor Whelchel stated that he was aware of the matter and hoped that
information could be worked up so that each bank would be aware of the
City's requirement and could advise the'City of their ability to meet
these requirements.
Mayor Whelchel referred this matter to the Administrative Officer, City
Treasurer, and City Clerk for a report to establish the City's requirements
for bank services.
Administrative officer Miller presented the following experiences on inactive
bank deposits. This year some $35,000 had been earned and $39,000 the year
before. The disposition of temporarily idle funds was a Council policy matter
and the staff would like some type of clear -cut policy statement from the
Council on its wishes.
Mr. McDowell, Bank of America Manager, stated that many communities in
California allocate public funds on the basis of the amount of business done
by each bank in the community and he also reminded the Council that in the
past the Bank of America was the only one who was willing to comply with the
City's requirements.
On motion of C ouncilman Miller; seconded by Councilman Blake, that a Council
Committee be appointed to work with the City Staff on the matter and make
recommendations to the City Council. Motion carried.
Mayor Whelchel appointed.Councilmen Blake andCallagher to a Council committee
to study this matter and make a recommendation to the City Council.
25. Communication from the Planning 'Commission regarding planned development of
Chester Bishop's property, 560 Hathway Avenue. There were no objections
presented verbally, but petitions in opposition to the rezoning presented
at both hearings were reviewed - one petition containing 38 names, the second
petition containing 41 names, most of which were duplicates of the earlier
petition. The objection of the neighboring property owners was that this
planned development rezoning is a continuation of the planned development
granted to Anita Hathway under the John Badgley application several weeks ago,
that this development would create serious traffic problems, that the sewer and
water facilities in the area are inadequate to handle this increase in density,
and that the area was never intended to be developed for this many multiple unit
The Planning Conmission's reasoning for approval was as follows:
The development would create:
1. An acceptable density for the area, particularly with the reduced number
of units proposed by the applicant.
2. That planned development would assure proper landscaping and access and
therefore would assure abetter living environment than nor-man., single.family
residential development.
3. That traffic problems generated by this development would not be excessive.
On motion of Councilman Blake seconded by Councilman Gallagher, a public
hearing was scheduled for June37, 1965, at 8:30 P.M. Motion carried.
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21. Communication from City Neon appealing the decision of the Board of
Adjustments in limiting the sign of the Shell Oil Company -%rvice
Station at 2211 Broad Street to 45 square feet, was received and filed
Mayor Whelchel explained the background on Resolution No. 1340 adopted
by the Uity Council. He continued that the `bell Station on Marsh at
Carmel is a 7 x 7 foot sign and would very nearly conformr:to standard.
Mr. Moennan withdrew his appeal
27 At thistime the City Council considered Ordinance No. 310 (1965 Series)
an ordinance enacting Section 6100.45.1 of the San Luis Obispo Municipal
Code, providing for termination of candroom licenses.
Charles Buck Attorney, appeared before the Council on behalf of Mr.
egranti, owner of the Morro Club, a card room, Mr Back objected to
the limitation on allowing the cardwoom licenses to be transferred to
another party or location. He felt that this requirement is unfair
as it would grant a monopoly to a surviving location if other locations
were destroyed by fire, etc. He stated he felt that the proposed
.ordinance was vicious and unsatisfactory to do the job envisioned by
the Council.
Mr :.B uck presented a petition signed by thirty two (32) persons urging
that the ordinance not be passed.
City Attorney Houser explained the instructions given him the the former
'Council in preparing the proposed ordinance.
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Gallagher, that
the ordinance be tabled. Motion carried, Councilman Blake voting no.
On question, Police Chief, W E Schofield, stated that the Police
Department is not in sympathy with the operation df cardwooms'and they
would encourage the elimination of all existing cardTOoms in the City
He stated that experience has shown that these places do not add to
the community life. '
9. Continuation of a public hearing on the recommendation of the Planning
Commission to establish building setback lines on Higuera from Marsh
to the City limits, was held over to the meeting of June 7, 1965.
19 The following report was received from the' Council Committee studying
the request of Ray C Skinner, developer, to receive water service
from the City for property located above elevation 240 feet.'
"The Council Committee has bet with Mr Skinner's representatives and
feels that if the City is to supply water for use over 240 feet
elevation, Mr Skinner should make studies and provide assurance that any
water system which would take 'City water at 2hO foot elevation for
distribution above that level, would meet city standards as far as water
supply and fire flows are concerned and would alsoassure the City that no
burden would be incurred by the City over and above normal flat land
requirements, now or in the future."
The City Council discussed the proposal as recommended by the Council
Committee which particular emphasis on how the City could guarantee
that they would not be burdened with water service expense in areas
over the 240 feet in elevation.
City "dater Superintendent Thompson stated and recommended as follows:
He stated that examination of the valley shows an area below elevation
240 that could hold a population of more that 25,000 population. This
area can be served by gravity and would require only one pressure zone.
Water service to areas above elevation 240 will be in narrow
irregular strips in which there probably will not be a continuous
street pattern or looped water mains.
Developments above elevation 240 are premature at this time and will
occur at scattered locations, timing will be such as to preclude the
possibility of an orderly development of an integrated water system
meeting the standards required for regular City water service.
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If water service above elevation 240 is granted, it will impose obligations
and duties in respect to water service on the water department that it cannot
meet at the present time or in the foreseeable future.
In answer to a question by Councilman Blake, Mr Thompson stated that the
existing facilities in the area would serve a population equivalent bf
5,000 persons.
When water service is granted the City assumes an obligation to serve in
perpetuity. It will be argued that regardless of the conditions either
physical or economic that the City mustmake water available to evervone
residing in the area. Great pressure will be brought to bear on the water
department to provide water service not only to persons residing in the area
but to provide water as an ineucement to prospective purchasers of real
estate.
It is desirable to provide water service in such a manner that prohibitive
costs are not incurred.
Water service to.higher elevations which require extra pressure for water
delivery, additional storage and the duplication of pymps to guard against
failure should not be made at this time. The City has expended the large
sums of money in.making more easily developed land available for expansion
To date this land has not been developed.
Future water service requests should be granted with full knowledge of the
physical and economic problems involved and should not benefit a few at the
expense of the old customers.
Administrative Officer Miller said that no matter what committments were made
by Mr bkinner at this time, there would be a potential problem in the future
when Mr Skinner had completed his developments and residents in the area would
demand first class service from the City.
City Attorney Houser explained the cost involved in this matter. That
experience has shown that the pumping and storage costs to serve water in higher
elevations always exceeds the amounts collected from the water users
subsidising the higher elevation developments. That whenever the City approves
marginal service they face expensive problems in the future because the 'City has
an obligation to serve the area perpetually. The $90,000 expended in McAllen
Heights area is an example of the obligations the City undertakes in permitting
marginal water service.
Mr. John Gordon , Skinner Corporation., stated that all hiscompany wanted was
permission to purchase water from the City at 240 feet elevation and put into
their own system approved by the City Water Department.
On motion of.Councilman Blake, seconded by Councilman Spring, that the report
be accepted as enabling act so the developer may make preparations for
development above 240 feet. Motion carried, Councilman Miller voting no.
14 At this time the.City Engineer,D. F. Romero, reported on Highland Drive slide,
briefing the report of the consulting geological engineers, Frankian &
Associates.
The following recommendations were made by Mr. Romero:
1. That the Building Department be instructed not to issue building
permits to either of the lots immediately adjacent to the slide until such
time as a qualified engineering geologist has certified that these are safe
building sites.
2. That the City Engineer be authorized to negotiate with the adjacent
property owners for a cost sharing to pay for extra work needed to construct
the keyway which will provide additional stabilization for the road and the
Kundert lot.
3. That the City require a geological analysis in any future hillside
subdivisions involving substantial cuts or fills, and that this be conducted
atthe tentative map stage.
4. The report indicates the need for additional tests and studies in
this general area and the Ferrini's have agreed to conduct such studies at
their costs and make any such reports available to the City. Therefore no
additional action will be required by the Council until the results of the
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further tests have been received.
City Engineer Romero then presented -the map showing the studies made
by Frankian and Associates of the slide area and a lso showing old and
potential slide areas
On motion of Councilman Spring, seconded by Councilman Gallagher, that
the recommendations of Mr Romero, City Engineer, be approved. Motion
carried.
The City Council asked that the Planning Commission study the needfor
geological analysis of future hillside subdivisions in cut and fill. '
(City Engineer Romero recommended No. 3)
28 At this time City Clerk Fitzpatrick reported on bids received for
construction of Foothill Boulevard Culvert.
They were as follows:
Madonna Lonstruction Company 52672.00
B urke Construction Company 6 431:OOP
P. J. ZUIDERWEG 6.211.00
Ted Watkins Construction Co 7,047.00
City Engineer Romeroand Administrative Officer Miller recommended that
the low bid of Madonna Construction Company be accepted
On motion of Councilman Blake, seconded by Councilman Gallagher, the
low'bid of Madonna Construction Company was accepted. Motion carried.
22 Communication from A C Colwell requesting relief from the sewer service
charges while on extended vacation.
On motion of Councilman Spring, seconded by Councilman Gallagher, the
request was denied. Motion carried, Councilman Blake voting no.
23 A Communication from the American Legion Auxiliary requesting
permission to sell buddy poppies on downtown streets.
B. Communication from the Veterans of Foreign Wars requesting
permission to sell Buddy Poppies on City streets.
On motion of Mayor Whelchel, seconded by Councilman Gallagher, the
requests were granted and it was urged that local persons be used in the
solicitations. Motion carried.
29 On,motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Blake, the
following resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1420. (1965 Series)
a resolution increasing the 1964 -65 Budget. (Account No. 200.7,
Election Expense, increased by $1,250; Account No. 212.7, Building
Inspection - Plan Checks, increased by $1,000; Account No. 2111.6,
Street - Capital Outlay, decreased by $2,250.)
Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Donald Q Miller, Emmons Blake, Frank Gallagher
Arthur F Spring, Clell W Whelchel
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
17 On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Spring, the
following grant Deeds and Agreements for the extension of Gerda
Street were approved and the Mayor was authorized to accept them on
behalf of the City and to have the Grant Deeds recorded and sign said
agreements. Motion carried.
A. Grant Deed and Agreement from Jean H. Fitzpatrick and Helen
Fitzpatrick.
B. Grant Deed and Agreement from J. A Rowe and H. L.,Rowe,
F. M. Overmand and R COverman, B W Oberholser and B C Oberholser.
C. Grant Deed and Agreement J. P. Newell and J N Newell.
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City Engineer Romero briefed the Council on the work to be done and
problems the half bulb construction would create.
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65 -5 -1T The Traffic Committee has received requests from businessmen in
the Monterey Street block between Morro and Chorro requesting that the six
12 minute parking meter spaces on the north side of Monterey east of Chorro
be changed to 36 minute spaces. They feel that the nature of the businesses
at the present time require longer term parking than 12 minutes. We concur
in the request and recommend the change.
65 -5 -2T Some time ago, the Council authorized certain free 12 minute
green zones in front of the Court House on Palm between Osos and Santa Rosa,
which have not been effective because the County hmployees shifting their
cars back and forth to avoid enforcement. It is therefore our recommendation
that these zones be changed to 36 minutes and meters. we feel that this would
be in the interest of providing effective short term parking for visitors to
the Court House and Annex.
65 -5 -3T We have had a request from Charles Delmartini for one green 24
minute parking zone in front of his real ewtate office at 783 Santa Rosa.
This block is pretty well filled with all day parkers, and we can see his
need for short term parking. We therefore recommend that such a zone be
authorized by the Council.
55 -5 -4T Over the years, the Planning Commission and Traffic Committee have
had a considerable number of complaints about used cars stored by Stan Cole
on the east side of Pepper Street between Palm and Monterey in the City right -
of -way. We feel that this represents a hazard and is unsightly and recommend
that this east side of Pepper Street be designated as a No Parking Zone and sigr
installed to that effect
65 -5 -5C The Traffic Committee has taken another look at the visibility
problem at California Boulevard and Mill Street and recommends that 20 .
additional feet of red zone be painted from the intersection at the west,south
and east corners on Celifornia.
65 -6 -6C The traffic committee has taken another look at the visibility
problem in front of the Kelley -Moore yard and has talked with the management.
They intend to contact their superiors anddecide first whether or not a second
driveway ramp is warranted. They then intend to write a letter to the Council
when they - decide what type of measures they would like to have us take to
improve the visibility.
65 -5 -7T Now that the street widening has been accomplished on the west side
of Johnson north of Bishop in front of the County Health Department, it is
felt that the following zones should be installed at that location; 40 feet
of red zone from the corner for visibility purposes, two 20 foot green parking
spaces with 2h minute limits, and one 30 foot yellow loading zone.
65 -5-8T A Traffic problem has been called to our attention in the narrow
10 or 12 foot alley running between Kentucky and Hathway and parallel to
Stafford and Fredericks. We feel that the problem would be eliminated if the
area were marked for No Parking, and so recommend.
65 -5 -9T A traffic flow problem has been noted on the west side of Casa
Street from the house at 105 Casa northerly to Deseret Place. It is felt that
fr= the cta-"rt a.north of =105- ?Casa - should be widened and curb and gutter
placed from the property line of 105 Casa to Deseret Place. We feel that
eventually this curbing should be painted red to prohibit all parking, but in
the meantime, we recommend that signs be posted to prevent parking in this area.
On motion of Councilman Slake, seconded by Councilman Miller, the following
resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 14259 a resolution requiring parking
restrictions on Monterey, Palm, Santa Rosa., Pepper, California, Johnson and
Casa Streets.
Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote:
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AYES: Emmons Blake, Donald �2 Miller, Frank Gallagher
Arthur 'F Spring, Clell W Whelchel
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
15. City Engineer Romero presented plans and specifications for
Sandercock btreet reconstruction and explained what was involved in
the project.
Engineer's estimate is $105,000
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Blake, the plans
and specifications were approved and authorization was given to call
for bids. Motion carried. -
16. City Engineer Romero presented the plans and specifications for
Johnson Avenue Street W.i.dening (Gelinas), and explained the work to
be done.
Engineer's estimate is $5,000.
On motion of CoumiLman Miller, seconded by Councilman Blake, the
plans and specifications were approved and authorization was given to
call for bids. t•lotion carried.
18. Council considerntio n of completion of street widening on west side of
Santa Rosa Street, north of Monterey Street, was ordered held over until
the City receives further word from Standard Oil Company.
20 Presentation of proposed 1965 -66 Bridget by Administrative Officer Miller
was ordered referred to Council Budget Study.
2b. Communication from the Deputy Director of Civil Defense asking that the
'City Council appoint a member to the Shelter Board, replacing R L Graves
retired, was held. over to the next meeting. '
26. On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by'Councilman. Spring, the_
following Grant Deeds and Agreements were approved and the Mayor was
authorized to sign said agreements on behalf of the City and have the
Grant Deeds recorded. Motion carried.
A. Grant Deed and Agreement from Walter W Kolthoff and Elizabeth A
Kolthoff for street widening and installation of curb, gutter and
sidewalk along Osos and Olive Streets.
B.. Grant Deed and Agreement from E. M. Houghton formerly known as
E. M. Plato, for street widening and installation of curb, gutter end
sidewalk on Johnson Avenue.
C. Grant Deed and Agreement from Eugene R Wiggenhorn and Marjorie W.
Wiggenhorn for street widening and installation of curb, gutter and
sidewalk on = Foothill Boulevard
D. Grant Deed and Agreement from Josephine M T omasini for street
widening and installation of curb, gutter and sidewalk on-Johnson
Avenue.
30. On Motion of Councilman Miller seconded.by Councilman ring, the
meeting adjourned to 10:00 A.M. May 19, 1965, to District.Office,
Division of Highways, to hear a presentation by representativesof
the Division of Highways to proposed routes for Highway No. 1.
Motion carried.
.APPROVED June 7,1965
H GPATRICK, OITY CLERK